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🔥 **LA RIVOLUZIONE INTERIORE: Il tuo primo atto di resilienza** **…“Viviamo in un mondo dove siamo tutti interconnessi, e quindi il bene o il male che facciamo a un altro finiamo per farlo a noi stessi. Bisogna quindi imparare a cooperare invece di competere indiscriminatamente. E se non ora quando?”... Federico Faggin** **Perché farlo:** Difronte alla **disintegrazione e al cinismo** la nostra risposta è **una rivoluzione interiore** che si esprime in **solidarietà e resistenza nonviolenta.** Qui alleniamo **azioni valide,** quelle che rafforzano l’unità interna e riducono contraddizione e sofferenza, dentro e fuori di noi. ### **🌱 IL NOSTRO PERCORSO SETTIMANALE è l'allenamento per la Doppia Rivoluzione: Interna e del mondo che ci circonda.** * **Pratiche di consapevolezza:** Impariamo a connetterci con la parte più vera e profonda di noi. * **Autoconoscenza:** Conosci te stesso, fai **pace** con il passato, **trasforma** il presente**, costruisci il futuro**. Qui rompiamo le catene della paura e della violenza che ci tengono bloccati. 🫂 **LA FORZA NELL'UNIONE: si cresce insieme!** * **RELAZIONI AUTENTICHE:** Spazi di ascolto sincero, condivisione e mutuo sostegno. **Non c’è rivoluzione senza comunità.** Ci alleniamo a compiere azioni che rafforzano l’unità e riducono la contraddizione, dentro e fuori di noi. * **PROGETTAZIONE E AZIONE SOLIDALE:** La nostra consapevolezza interiore si trasforma in **azione nonviolenta e solidale**. Insieme pensiamo e costruiamo iniziative concrete e comunità che sfidano la logica del potere e del consumo, riportando l'essere umano al centro. ### **Cosa troverai qui** * **Un cammino,** non un corso da seguire. Non si viene solo a “prendere”: qui si cresce insieme. **La Regola d’Oro come bussola etica.** * Un contesto del tutto non-confessionale e aperto a ogni forma di ateismo, spiritualità e provenienza religiosa. * **Un ambiente libero** dove puoi crescere davvero, uno spazio in cui crescano la gentilezza, il buon umore e la sincerità interiore. * **Persone con cui praticare, dialogare, fare nuove esperienze, condividere momenti di festa e di silenzio.** **🚫 Cosa NON è** * **❌ Non è psicoterapia** *** ### **🔄 Come partecipare** **Ci incontriamo ogni settimana a Roma e online.** **COME PRENOTARE: se interessati, oltre a segnarvi nell'evento, è FONDAMENTALE PRENOTARSI SU TELEGRAM o WHATSAPP al +393461476543** **POSTI: 20 (RSVP obbligatorio)** **QUANDO si svolge**: tutti i sabato dalle ore 11,00 alle 13,00. **A CHI E' RIVOLTO**: **a giovani fino a 30 anni di età.** **GLI EVENTI SONO GRATUITI**: tutte le attività sono gratuite, ma si richiede, dopo il primo incontro di prova, un contributo annuale di 20€ per coprire le spese per i materiali, i social, la sala e spese varie. **COSA PORTARE:** curiosità, rispetto, un quaderno dove annotare le difficoltà e i progressi. Questo sarà il vostro vero libro di bordo. Inoltre è consigliato indossare un abbigliamento comodo. **IL LUOGO**: Oxygene - Via san Tommaso D’Aquino 11a **Prenota ora il tuo posto, non rimandare.** **ACCADEMIA DELLA BUONA CONOSCENZA – Roma**

Hello everyone! My name is Jenya, I’m a yoga teacher in Rome I would like to offer you Villa Pamphili Yoga + Picnic this Saturday 💫 ⏰Time 11:00 📍Place: somewhere near the kids playground close to the pedestrian bridge (I’ll send the exact location in WA 15/20 mins before the start) ✉️ Price 15€ If you wish to bring something to eat/drink after yoga - feel free! But I’ll take snacks and a bottle of 🥂 Let’s do some yoga and chitchat a bit after! The perfect Sunday gateway from your working days✨🥐 🧺

\- Ti interessano le esperienze mentali profonde e ispirate? \- Ti capita di chiederti se finirà tutto con la tua morte o se qualcosa in te continui? \- Ti piace porti domande sul significato della Vita? \- Vorresti imparare qualcosa in più sul superamento della sofferenza? Sarà possibile sperimentare tecniche di *rilassamento muscolare*, di *distensione mentale*, esercizi con le immagini, ma soprattutto *esperienze spirituali condivise* che ci permettano di incontrare in profondità noi stessi e gli altri. Il contesto è del tutto **non-confessionale** e aperto a ogni forma di ateismo, spiritualità e provenienza religiosa. Ci ispiriamo al *Messaggio di Silo*. Per qualsiasi dubbio o se non ci trovi non esitare a chiamare o scrivere: 347 0932392 **Il Blog:** https://meditazionealparco.blogspot.com/ instagram: zioeracle Siamo anche su **Youtube** a questi canali: \- https://www\.youtube\.com/user/zioeracle/videos \- https://www\.youtube\.com/channel/UCPpSj2wKQ6hxr7W_5mXOi9Q/videos

✨ The Dolce Vita Rome ✨ The Dolce Vita Rome is a friendly, open group where you can meet new people, relax, and feel genuinely welcome from the moment you arrive 🤍 This is an expats / internationals / locals meetup, open to everyone who lives in Rome between the ages of strictly 25-39, and is looking to make friends. If you're a tourist or looking for a dating-like event please find other events, our members come to the event to make local friends. 🌍 We speak English 🌍 People of all nationalities are very welcome 🇮🇹 Italians are absolutely welcome too — we just ask you to please speak English when possible, so everyone can feel included 📍 Villa Borghese — just a short walk from Flaminio metro We'll share exactly where to find us on the day 💬 How it works Everyone is welcome! We mainly focus on ages 25–39, but the vibe matters more than the number 😊 You can come alone or with friends — many people come solo and leave with new connections. We’ll be there to make sure everyone feels comfortable and respected. We actively look out for the group and don’t tolerate any behavior that crosses boundaries. Francesco or Yanni or Alexandra — your Dolce Vita hosts and some friends — will be there to welcome you, introduce people, and help everyone feel at ease ✨ 🍹 info The event does not include food or drinks. You’re free to bring whatever you like, you can buy food or drinks from the places nearby. 🍷🍴 📲 Stay connected To get updates, last-minute changes, and access to extra free events outside the main calendar, we recommend joining our WhatsApp community. [https://chat.whatsapp.com/GufN8xM5e6P3rehOc82uHt](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GufN8xM5e6P3rehOc82uHt) A group to meet new people, hang out, and build real friendships, one event at a time 💫 See you soon! 🥂

**Un sabato diverso prima di uscire a cena -** **Porta un libro che ti ha aiutato/a a stare meglio.** Metti un segnalibro sulla pagina che ti ha cambiato qualcosa. Non dire quale. Non dire perché. **È tipo un book club con il turbo. È qualcosa di più bello.** È scoprire cosa aiuta le persone a stare bene — e cosa potrebbe far stare meglio anche te. Con una pillola pratica su come portare quel concetto nelle tue relazioni reali. **Cosa portare:** un libro che ti ha fatto stare meglio con un segnalibro che indica un passaggio che può far stare bene anche qualcun altro, in qualsiasi ambito della vita; voglia di leggere e di stare bene; una copertina o un telo. Preparati a leggere in silenzio. Alla fine, se vorrai, ci sarà un momento di condivisione: porta qualcosa da bere e/o da mangiare. **Dove:** Villa Pamphilj — ore 17:30. Riceverai l'indicazione del punto esatto via mail. **Costo: gratuito.** Cos'è l'Atelier delle Relazioni & Strategie Umane? [Clicca qui](https://sites.google.com/view/atelierrelazionieestrategie/)

Ciao amici! Our meetup in Rome brings together friendly faces every Saturday at 7:30 PM. [ [Click this WhatsApp groupchat link to join](https://chat.whatsapp.com/CKJip1xRqEhJbA3YBsrWTG) ] We're mostly in our 20s and 30s, and we love a good chat Travelers, expats, and locals blend into a community that speaks all languages — especially kindness.

## Whatsapp group https://chat.whatsapp.com/EcNvCIJkBYX44Q18qYie01?mode=gi_t Ever wished you could explore Rome while actually meeting people, not just walking past them? This is a **social breakfast and walk hosted by a local**, created for travelers, expats, and anyone curious about experiencing Rome in a relaxed, human way. We meet over breakfast, get to know each other, then wander through the city together, letting conversation and curiosity guide the walk. This is **not a guided tour** and there’s no fixed route. Think of it as exploring Rome with new friends rather than following an itinerary. ### What we'll do * Meet for an Italian breakfast and casual introductions * Take an easy social walk through central Rome ( Piazza del Popolo- Spagna- Trevi Fountain, Colosseum, Pantheon and Castel Sant'Angelo) * Pause at a few spots to chat, take photos, and mingle * End near the Vatican City, with the option to continue to lunch together ### What’s included * Breakfast of your choice (drink + pastry) * A small traditional snack during the walk * A relaxed, small-group experience * Hosted in English by a local, with everyone free to speak any language ### Optional tip At the end of the walk, there will be an **optional tip or donation** for the host. This is never expected, but always appreciated if you enjoyed the experience and helps us cover the cost of organizing these walks. ### Important: how to join FREE TO JOIN Once registered, you’ll save your spot and also you can join our Whatsapp group linked above If you enjoy slow walks, good conversation, and meeting people from around the world, this event is for you

**E SE LA "REALTÀ" FOSSE UN SOGNO? COSA SUCCEDE QUANDO TI SVEGLI?** Da queste domande provocatorie nasce **"Un altro mondo"**, un cerchio immersivo per esplorare il nostro spazio interiore puro, libero da aspettative e condizionamenti. Simone e Giulia, artisti e creativi, apriranno con una breve presentazione sui tre livelli dell'essere che abitano la realtà: il sè identificato nel sogno, l'osservatore e l'intelligenza creativa del sogno. Seguiranno domande aperte per accendere delle riflessioni e guidare il dialogo verso nuove prospettive. **NOTA BENE: Non è un gruppo di terapia né uno sportello di ascolto**, ma un luogo creativo e consapevole dove ognuno porta la propria presenza, curiosità e responsabilità. **Obiettivo:** connetterci profondamente e creare una realtà più consapevole nel quotidiano. **Porta:** te stessə, un telo per sederti sull'erba, taccuino e penna per appunti. **Quando:** Domenica 24 maggio, h17 (appuntamento h16:45). **Dove:** Metro EUR Palasport, Roma **Partecipazione:** Gratuita, contributo libero gradito per i costi del progetto e della piattaforma. **Posti limitati**: minimo 3 partecipanti/massimo 10 partecipanti. Se ti iscrivi, assicurati di poter partecipare davvero, ogni posto non utilizzato potrebbe togliere l’opportunità a qualcun altro. A presto!

My whatsapp group: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/HagJQGbDX3F1UPO6mDuwPk](https://chat.whatsapp.com/HagJQGbDX3F1UPO6mDuwPk) Un itinerario esclusivo tra terrazze panoramiche, enigmi medievali e segreti sotterranei. Scoprirete dettagli che sfuggono alla maggior parte dei passanti. * 🌹 **Fiori Alchemici:** Partiremo da un colle legato a un antico culto pagano. **Questo è in assoluto il periodo migliore dell'anno per visitarlo** e ammirarlo nel massimo dello splendore. Tra geometrie sacre, cercheremo una rosa che muta colore e una dall'odore sgradevole. * 👑 **La Terrazza del Colosso:** Da un balcone segreto guarderemo un'opera maestosa alta 13 metri: un imperatore ritratto come un dio con i simboli del dominio assoluto. * 📐 **La Fortezza Storta:** Vedremo davanti a noi una torre medievale inclinata. Sveleremo la bugia storica che la collega al folle incendio imperiale. * 🪨 **Il Balcone dal Passato Oscuro:** Un affaccio romantico che nasconde un'origine tragica. Prende il nome dalla donna che tradì la patria per brama di gioielli, diventando il patibolo più temuto dell'antichità. * ⛓️ **L'Antro dei Prigionieri:** Scenderemo vicino a un sotterraneo nel tufo dove furono reclusi re barbari e santi capaci di far sgorgare acque miracolose. * 🚇 **I Cantieri del Tempo:** Passeremo accanto alle grandi opere moderne che uniscono il futuro della città al suo passato profondo. * 🎬 **Il Giardino degli Sterri:** Concluderemo tra reperti riemersi nell'Ottocento, proprio di fronte al monumento più famoso del mondo. **📌evento gratis,è benvenuto un sostegno per pagare i costi dell'app🙏​** ➡️ La passeggiata inizia al Circo Massimo . distanza **4** 𝙠𝙢, ➡️ Tempo necessario 𝟯 𝙤𝙧𝙚 circa ➡️ Metro B fermata Circo Massimo ➡️ Scarpe comode👣 ➡️ Puntualità 🕘 ➡️Per le ragazze in lista d'attesa, partecipate ugualmente se volete, capita che alla fine ci siano più uomini che donne confermate, cosi manteniamo un buon equilibrio tra ragazzi e ragazze ➡️ Fascia età 35/50 👉Queste passeggiate sono organizzate per socializzare senza scopo di lucro, il contributo richiesto è un semplice rimborso spese, **non c’è alcuna assicurazione infortuni e ognuno partecipa a proprio rischio e pericolo** senza possibilità di richiedere risarcimenti o rimborsi in caso di infortunio o malore. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Many participants in our walks speak English, so don’t worry if your Italian isn’t perfect — everyone is welcome!** An exclusive itinerary through panoramic terraces, medieval enigmas, and underground secrets. You will discover details that escape most passersby. 🌹 **Alchemical Flowers:** We will start from a hill linked to an ancient pagan cult. This is absolutely the best time of the year to visit and admire it at the peak of its splendor. Guided by sacred geometries, we will look for a rose that changes color and another with an unpleasant scent. 👑 **The Terrace of the Colossus:** From a secret balcony, we will gaze upon a majestic 13-meter-high masterpiece: an emperor portrayed as a god with the symbols of absolute power. 📐 **The Crooked Fortress:** We will see a leaning medieval tower right before our eyes. We will unveil the historical lie that links it to the mad imperial fire. 🪨 **The Balcony with a Dark Past:** A romantic viewpoint that hides a tragic origin. It takes its name from the woman who betrayed her homeland out of greed for jewelry, becoming the most feared scaffold of antiquity. ⛓️ **The Prisoners' Cave:** We will descend near an underground site carved into the tuff rock, where barbarian kings and saints capable of making miraculous water spring from the walls were once imprisoned. 🚇 **The Construction Sites of Time:** We will pass next to great modern works that connect the city's future to its deep past. 🎬 **The Garden of Excavated Earth:** We will conclude among archaeological finds unearthed in the 19th century, right in front of the most famous monument in the world. **📌 Free event - donations welcome to cover our meetup costs.🙏​** **Important Notes:** **​I am not a tour guide**, This is a walk to meet other people and discover new, generally unknown places. * * ➡️ Estimated time: 3 hours * ➡️ Metro B stop Circo Massimo distance:**4 km** * ➡️ Comfortable shoes * ➡️ Punctuality * ➡️For the girls on the waiting list: feel free to join anyway if you'd like! It often happens that in the end there are more confirmed men than women, so this helps us keep a nice balance between guys and girls. 😊 * * 👉 These walks are organized for socializing with no profit motive. The requested contribution is simply a cost reimbursement. There is no accident insurance, and everyone participates at their own risk and peril, with no possibility of claiming compensation or refunds in case of injury or illness. ***

Ciao! I'm Megan, a Registered Yoga Teacher living in beautiful Rome. Join me in gorgeous Villa Pamphili for an hour-long vinyasa class open to all bodies and levels! Class taught in English. Bring your own mat and some water. We'll meet in front of Vivi Bistrot (Villa Pamphili). Come a few minutes early to chat and make some new friends or grab a coffee before class! Dress comfortably for the weather. €10 drop-in, cash or PayPal the day of the lesson. Message me with any questions!

*(Scroll for english)* Se cerchi un posto dove condividere la passione per la lettura, chiacchiere e trovare nuovi amici internazionali a Roma, dovresti unirti al Pignetismi Book Club:) Un appuntamento dedicato ai libri, alla condivisione e all’incontro tra persone, in un’atmosfera informale ma curata. 🗓 Domenica 24 maggio 2026 ⏰ 16:00 – 18:00 - puntuali :) 📍 The Goethe Hotel - Via del Fiume 14 Roma La serata si terrà presso il The Goethe Hotel, una struttura elegante e raffinata nel cuore di Roma, caratterizzata da ambienti curati, design contemporaneo e un’atmosfera intima e accogliente. Avremo a disposizione una sala riservata tutta per noi, perfetta per vivere al meglio l’esperienza del book club in tranquillità. **⚠️ Info consumazione** **La consumazione è obbligatoria, ma sarà possibile scegliere liberamente alla carta dal menù ([consultabile qui](https://thegoethehotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ALL-DAY-DINING.pdf "https://thegoethehotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ALL-DAY-DINING.pdf") ).** 🎟 Posti limitati Un’occasione davvero unica e speciale — consigliamo di prenotare in anticipo. Se fai parte della nostra chat WhatsApp, sai che questo mese leggeremo per il nostro book club in italiano: 📖 ***Il* custode di Niccolò Ammaniti** "Il custode" (2026) di Niccolò Ammaniti è una"favola nera" ambientata in Sicilia che segue il tredicenne Nilo Vasciaveo. Nilo e la sua famiglia custodiscono un segreto antico, letale e mitologico nascosto nel bagno di casa, vivendo isolati in un borgo. Il romanzo esplora la perdita dell'innocenza, il desiderio adolescenziale e il peso delle eredità familiari, con venature horror e surreali Per il nostro book club internazionale: 📖 ***L*uster di Raven Leilani** Tagliente, comico, dirompente, tenero, l'esordio di Raven Leilani è il ritratto di una giovane donna afroamericana che cerca di dare un senso alla sua vita, ai suoi desideri e alle sue rabbie, in un'epoca di grandi cambiamenti e di nuove consapevolezze. **✨ Rituale di Book Swapping al buio** **È fondamentale portare almeno un libro per poter partecipare allo swapping.** 📚 Il libro deve essere: – incartato (senza titolo visibile) – accompagnato da una frase che ne descriva l’atmosfera – nuovo o usato (non è importante) – appartenente alla narrativa, romanzi o saggi **⚠️ Non sono ammessi manuali o libri tecnici poco affini alla lettura di piacere.** **⚠️ ATTENZIONE: se non porti un libro da scambiare non potrai prenderne uno durante lo swapping :)** **Seguici su Instagram per non perderti nessun aggiornamento: [Pignetismi](https://www.instagram.com/pignetismi/ "https://www.instagram.com/pignetismi/") e [Pignetismi Book Club](https://www.instagram.com/pignetismibookclub/ "https://www.instagram.com/pignetismibookclub/")** **[Leggi la nostra newsletter per review, libri, film aggiornamenti](https://pignetismi.substack.com/ "https://pignetismi.substack.com/")** **A presto! :)** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- If you’re looking for a place to share your love for reading, have meaningful conversations, and meet new international friends in Rome, **you should join the Pignetismi Book Club :)** An event dedicated to books, sharing, and connection, in an informal yet thoughtfully curated atmosphere. 🗓 Sunday, May 24, 2026 ⏰ 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM – please be on time :) 📍 The Goethe Hotel – Via del Fiume 14, Rome The event will take place at The Goethe Hotel, an elegant and refined venue in the heart of Rome, known for its carefully designed interiors, contemporary style, and intimate, welcoming atmosphere. We’ll have a private room reserved just for us — perfect for fully enjoying the book club experience in a relaxed setting. **⚠️ Consumption info** A purchase is required, but you’ll be free to choose from the à la carte menu [(you can browse it here).](https://thegoethehotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ALL-DAY-DINING.pdf "https://thegoethehotel.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ALL-DAY-DINING.pdf") **🎟 Limited spots** A truly unique and special occasion — we recommend booking in advance. If you’re part of our WhatsApp group, you already know that **this month’s Italian book club read is:** **📖 *Il custode* by Niccolò Ammaniti** *Il custode* (2026) by Niccolò Ammaniti is a “dark fable” set in Sicily, following thirteen-year-old Nilo Vasciaveo. Nilo and his family guard an ancient, deadly, mythological secret hidden in their bathroom, living in isolation in a small village. The novel explores the loss of innocence, adolescent desire, and the weight of family legacies, with horror and surreal undertones. **For our international book club:** **📖 *Luster* by Raven Leilani** Sharp, funny, disruptive, and tender, Raven Leilani’s debut novel portrays a young black woman trying to make sense of her life, her desires, and her anger in a time of major change and new awareness. **You can read one or both, or you can also come without reading any of them!** **✨ Blind Book Swapping ritual** Bringing at least one book is essential to participate in the swap. 📚 The book must be: – wrapped (title not visible) – accompanied by a sentence on it, describing its mood/atmosphere – new or used (it doesn’t matter) – fiction, novels, or essays ⚠️ Manuals or highly technical books are not allowed. ⚠️ IMPORTANT: if you don’t bring a book to swap, you won’t be able to take one during the exchange :) Follow us on Instagram to stay updated: [Pignetismi](https://www.instagram.com/pignetismi/ "https://www.instagram.com/pignetismi/") and [Pignetismi Book Club](https://www.instagram.com/pignetismibookclub/ "https://www.instagram.com/pignetismibookclub/") [Read our newsletter for reviews, books, films, and updates.](https://pignetismi.substack.com/ "https://pignetismi.substack.com/") ## See you soon! :)

Where? Onstage al Pigneto, Via Perugia 12 This event gives you the chance to practice different languages and meet different people. Come over to speak, eat, drink and play!

Domenica mattina, alle 11, nel verde di Villa Torlonia, ci prendiamo un’ora. Un’ora per rallentare il ritmo della settimana, rientrare nel corpo, respirare con più attenzione. Inizieremo con una pratica di yoga accessibile, per sciogliere tensioni e ritrovare presenza, e lasceremo poi spazio alla meditazione, senza forzature, senza aspettative. Non serve esperienza, non serve “saper fare”. Basta arrivare. Il contributo è di 10€. Porta con te un tappetino e qualcosa di semplice ma essenziale: disponibilità a fermarti, anche solo per un momento. Ci vediamo lì!

**History** The [Franklin Park Conservatory](https://www.fpconservatory.org/)’s roots trace back to 1852 when the Franklin County Agricultural Society purchased 88 acres of land to host the Ohio State Fair. After the fair moved to its permanent home, the city of Columbus transformed the grounds into Franklin Park in 1884. This transition shifted the space from a temporary event site to a dedicated public green space for the growing community. The park became a central hub for outdoor recreation and early civic gatherings in the neighborhood. In 1895, the landmark Victorian-style Palm House opened its doors, drawing heavy inspiration from the Glass Palace of the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago. This iron and glass structure became an immediate icon, housing exotic plants that residents would otherwise never see in the Midwest. It remains the oldest part of the facility and serves as a primary link to the conservatory’s 19th-century origins. For decades, it stood as a singular testament to grand horticultural architecture in Central Ohio. A major turning point arrived in 1992 when Columbus hosted AmeriFlora '92, an international horticultural exhibition. This massive event prompted a $16 million renovation and expansion, adding significantly more greenhouse space and the Dorothy M. Davis Showhouse. The festival put the conservatory on the international map and fundamentally changed its scale and ambition. Following the event, the facility transitioned from a city-run park to a private, non-profit organization. In 2003, the conservatory’s identity was further defined through a long-term partnership with world-renowned glass artist Dale Chihuly. After a successful exhibition, the Friends of the Conservatory purchased most of the glass installations, creating the largest permanent collection of Chihuly’s work in a botanical setting. These vibrant glass sculptures are now woven throughout the biomes, blending art with nature. This addition helped cement the conservatory as a premier cultural destination rather than just a botanical garden. Recent years have seen the site expand beyond the glass walls to emphasize community engagement and outdoor education. The 2018 opening of the Scotts Miracle-Gro Foundation Children’s Garden added two acres of interactive landscape designed for hands-on learning. The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company Community Garden Campus also provides local residents with space to grow their own food and learn sustainable practices. Today, the conservatory balances its historic Victorian charm with modern commitments to local ecology and the Columbus community. **Maps of the Conservatory** Here is the [main map](https://www.fpconservatory.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/franklin-park-zones-scaled.jpg) of the Conservatory grounds. Here's a [map of the areas](https://www.fpconservatory.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/ConstructionMap-2026.jpg) in which the Conservatory has ongoing construction (see below). **Summary** For this event, we'll explore Columbus's highly-rated and very popular Conservatory. As mentioned above, the Conservatory is doing renovations on parts of the facility. These renovations are scheduled to be ongoing until the Fall of next year. Basically, no matter when you go to the Conservatory over the next 18 months, you're going to see some metaphorical orange barrels. So let's just go now. **Tickets and pricing** On the first Sunday of every month, the Conservatory is free for residents of Franklin County and the city of Columbus. You must bring an ID to receive this discount. (Yes, they do check.) Otherwise, tickets are $25.20. Members of the Columbus Zoo (of which I am one) do get a discount on tickets, though I have never actually bought a ticket to the Conservatory (I've always gone on free days). I believe the discount is $4. Parking is always free. If you have additional questions about pricing or whether and for what you qualify, you can reach the Conservatory at 614-715-8000. **Where we'll meet** We will meet just outside the main entrance. I guarantee there's going to be a line. The Conservatory is always popular on free days, and especially in nice weather. **Your GPS is stupid!** Be careful simply typing "Franklin Park Conservatory" in your GPS and going where it tells you. The only way to access the parking lot to the Conservatory is off of Broad Street. Unfortunately, since Google Maps is unable to find its way out of a wet paper bag, it has a tendency to want to take people to a mythical, non-existent Conservatory entrance on Nelson Road. If your GPS does this, just drive to the north side of the Conservatory along Broad Street. Your GPS should then redirect you to the main Conservatory entrance. If your GPS doesn't, then throw your phone away\* and look for the big Conservatory sign on the south side of Broad Street between Nelson Road and Franklin Park West. You also should be able to use the map pin I've provided, below, and it should properly direct you to where you need to drive. \* Don't really do this. **After the event** After stopping to smell the roses, for those that are interested, we'll head to the nearby [Columbus Brewing Company Beer Hall](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/) for [drinks](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/#draft-list) and [lunch](https://columbusbrewing.com/location/beer-hall/#food-menu). The Beer Hall's actual address is [200 Kelton Ave, Columbus, OH 43205](https://www.google.com/maps/place/200+Kelton+Ave,+Columbus,+OH+43205/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x883889a94ac4acad:0xadb2e60240dbc38b?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111) (it's literally just on the south side of the Conservatory). Be sure this is where your GPS is taking you when you use it, as the Brewing Company has a taproom on Harrison Avenue that is *not* what you want for this event. We should be at the Beer Hall by 1 if you can't make the Conservatory and just want to join us for drinks.

Community Backyards Workshop Join us at the Ohio Herb Center in Gahanna to learn about sustainable home gardening. We can make small changes in our yards to make a BIG impact for a better environment and healthier waterways while saving money. This workshop is presented by Friends of Alum Creek and hosted by Ohio Herb Center. By attending, any participating community resident can receive a voucher for a rain barrel, compost bin, or native plants for attending. Vouchers are limited to one per household per year. Registration in advance is encouraged but NOT required. Click here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/65f65aw (Free Workshop Registration: Registration is free. Registering in advance provides your information to Franklin Soil and Water ahead of time, so when you come to the workshop, we will have your voucher ready for you when you arrive) * Location: Ohio Herb Center, 110 Mill St, Gahanna, OH 43230 * Date and time: Sat, May 23, 2026 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM * Organizer: The Community Backyards Program, (614) 486-9613, communitybackyards@franklinswcd.org **FAQs** **Our Community Backyards workshops are FREE and a great way to participate in the rebate program. Our workshops are typically 1 to 1 and a half hours long and held in-person. Our workshops cover the same content as the online course, but they are more detailed and allow the chance to ask questions and have discussions with the presenters and other residents. We occassionally have "advanced topics" classes where you dive deeper into one topic of Community Backyards such as invasive vs. native plants or rain gardens.** **Registration is encouraged but not required.** You can register in advance to receive your voucher at the workshop. If you don't register in advance, that's okay - you can still show up (unless otherwise noted - which is very rare) and sign up for a voucher at the class, and we will send you one via email or mail within a few business days after the workshop. **"Do I have to be a resident of that community to attend that workshop?"** Nope! Our workshops are open to everyone (unless otherwise noted - which is extremely rare). You can attend a workshop that best suits your schedule even if it is in a different community than your own. **"Why is registration closed?** Can I just show up?" Yes, you can show up without registering! We close registration typically 1-2 days before the workshop to give the vouchers and materials to the presenters. However, you are always welcome to just show up and fill out a short form to request a voucher at the workshop. If eligible, we will send one to you within 1-2 business days after the workshop. **Voucher note**: Classes are free for everyone but vouchers are for residents of Franklin county or participating community (list here: https://www.communitybackyards.org/participate) 2026 Participating Vendors: City Folk's Farm Shop, Fisher's Gardens, Leaves for Wildlife, Scioto Gardens, Hoover Gardens & Gift Center, and the FSWCD/SWACO Compost Bin Sale. *when redeeming your voucher at a vendor, Please bring a physical copy of your voucher to receive an immediate discount on your purchase. Additionally, to keep up with number of vouchers that are given out, we have changed the expiration date on the vouchers to 30 days

**We are expanding our creative programming opportunities with Queer Quills, a quiet writing and sharing space. Queer Quills features some prompts, supplies and friendly faces to help get some inspiration or feedback for your writing. Hope to see you there!**

The number of ticks and tick diseases in Ohio have quickly multiplied over the last 10 years. Dean Kreager discusses tick species, tick pathogens, tick-borne diseases, tick bite prevention, and proper tick removal. Kreager is an Agriculture and Natural Resources Educator with OSU Extension in Licking County * Lakewood Public Library (in Hebron)- May 26 at 7pm [https://events.lickingcountylibrary.org/event/tick-talk-29621](https://events.lickingcountylibrary.org/event/tick-talk-29621) * Johnstown public library at 7:00 pm June 8 [https://events.lickingcountylibrary.org/event/ctick-talk-29622](https://events.lickingcountylibrary.org/event/ctick-talk-29622) Free to attend, no RSVP needed

🎳 **Summer Fun Starts on the Lanes! 20% off for NEW bowlers!** The 6-week summer social bowling league is here - cold drinks, fun times, and new friends await on the lanes! Whether you're looking to meet new people, unwind after work, or just have a fun weekly outing, this league is for everyone. Social vibes, happy hour energy, and plenty of chances to connect with others. No matter your skill level, this league is all about having fun and meeting awesome people. ;) **🗓 Thursday nights \|📍 AMF Sawmill Lanes \| 💵 $74 *(while Early Bird is active)*** **🚨New to the league?** Use discount code (**MUSU26**) for 20% off - $59.20 *during **Early Bird*** **💻 League Info & Registration**: https://bit.ly/ColumbusBowling **Why Join?** 🎉 It’s only 6 weeks - perfect for a low-commitment social plan 🍻 Great mix of people in their 20s, 30s, & 40s, plus post-game hangs at the bar 🎳 Zero pressure - gutter balls totally welcome! 👕 Free league shirt if you sign up early 🧠 Weekly trivia w/ prizes 💬 Super social - join solo or w/ friends! **Want in?** Join our Meetup team Spare Me 👉 **Click here to join** https://tinyurl.com/25fumfry Or start a team of your own with a few friends - we’ll all be hanging out either way! 📅 League Dates (Thursday nights): June 25, July 2, July 9, July 16, July 23, July 30 ***(The MeetUp event date is deadline to register for the league.)*** **Cost & What’s Included:** ✔ $74 **Early Bird** registration - **New bowler? Get 20% off w/ code: MUSU26** ✔ 6 weeks of bowling (1–3 games/week) ✔ Shoe rentals & full league setup ✔ Trivia, prizes, and great people 👉 **Sign up now:** 💻League Info & Registration: https://bit.ly/ColumbusBowling 🤑New bowlers use code MUSU26 to save 20% 📸 Follow the fun on Instagram: https://bit.ly/BowlingLeague-IG 📩 Questions? Contact the league: http://bit.ly/2nKHno7 Spots are filling fast – don’t miss out on the fun times!

Community Backyards Workshop .Community Backyards Workshop - Westerville Join us for the Westerville Community Backyards workshop! This is a FREE class on how you can protect our waterways and environment with small changes in your gardening habits. We will discuss rain barrels, rain gardens, composting, and native plants. This workshop is presented by Friends of Alum Creek. By attending, any participating community resident can receive a voucher for a rain barrel, compost bin, or native plants for attending. Vouchers are limited to one per household per year. Registration in advance is encouraged but not required. * Location: Westerville Community Center, 350 N Cleveland Ave, Westerville, OH 43082 * Date and time: Sat, May 30, 2026 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM * Organizer: Community Backyards Program, (614) 486-9613, communitybackyards@franklinswcd.org (Free Workshop Registration: Registration is free. Registering in advance provides your information to Franklin Soil and Water ahead of time, so when you come to the workshop, we will have your voucher ready for you when you arrive) https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/h2w5ms8 **FAQs** **Our Community Backyards workshops are FREE and a great way to participate in the rebate program. Our workshops are typically 1 to 1 and a half hours long and held in-person. Our workshops cover the same content as the online course, but they are more detailed and allow the chance to ask questions and have discussions with the presenters and other residents. We occassionally have "advanced topics" classes where you dive deeper into one topic of Community Backyards such as invasive vs. native plants or rain gardens.** **Registration is encouraged but not required.** You can register in advance to receive your voucher at the workshop. If you don't register in advance, that's okay - you can still show up (unless otherwise noted - which is very rare) and sign up for a voucher at the class, and we will send you one via email or mail within a few business days after the workshop. **"Do I have to be a resident of that community to attend that workshop?"** Nope! Our workshops are open to everyone (unless otherwise noted - which is extremely rare). You can attend a workshop that best suits your schedule even if it is in a different community than your own. **"Why is registration closed?** Can I just show up?" Yes, you can show up without registering! We close registration typically 1-2 days before the workshop to give the vouchers and materials to the presenters. However, you are always welcome to just show up and fill out a short form to request a voucher at the workshop. If eligible, we will send one to you within 1-2 business days after the workshop. **Voucher note**: Classes are free for everyone but vouchers are for residents of Franklin county or participating community (list here: https://www.communitybackyards.org/participate) 2026 Participating Vendors: City Folk's Farm Shop, Fisher's Gardens, Leaves for Wildlife, Scioto Gardens, Hoover Gardens & Gift Center, and the FSWCD/SWACO Compost Bin Sale. *when redeeming your voucher at a vendor, Please bring a physical copy of your voucher to receive an immediate discount on your purchase. Additionally, to keep up with number of vouchers that are given out, we have changed the expiration date on the vouchers to 30 days