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CIAO! Hello¡ Salut¡ Hola! Zdravo! Hallo! Hej! Ola! Ahoj! Namastè! Privjet! Nihao! Are you ready to learn a new language and meet new people? 🌍🗣 🇮🇹 Italiano: Anche questo Lunedì iniziamo la settimana con il nostro social TANDEM LINGUISTICO! Dove? Nella solita Location al Caffè Letterario 📍 https://maps.app.goo.gl/EkzXSCoTKu7AmVgD6 a partire dalle ore 19.30 per parlare e imparare nuove lingue e conoscere nuove culture. L'ingresso all'evento e le conversazioni sono GRATUITE! è tuttavia richiesta una consumazione per tutti i partecipanti. 🍹 PREZZI Analcolici (Coca Cola, Tonica, Fanta, ecc.): 5€ - Birra, Calice di Vino e Amari: 6€ - Spritz e Cocktail: 10€ 🥳 APERICENA OPZIONALE! Durante l'evento, potrai anche goderti un'Apericena al costo di 15€ (food + drink)! 🍽 🇬🇧 CONVERSAZIONE GRATUITA IN INGLESE CON ANTONIA 🇫🇷 CONVERSAZIONE GRATUITA IN FRANCESE CON ELODIE E DESH 🇪🇸 CONVERSAZIONE GRATUITA IN SPAGNOLO CON LUCIA 🇮🇹 CONVERSAZIONE GRATUITA IN ITALIANO (Livello Base) CON SARA 🇮🇹 CONVERSAZIONE GRATUITA IN ITALIANO (Livello Avanzato) CON ALFREDO 🇧🇷 CONVERSAZIONE GRATUITA IN PORTOGHESE CON MARINA 🇬🇧 Tandem Language Exchange: Tandem language exchange is an informal language exchange where you will have the opportunity to meet people from different countries and practice languages in a friendly environment. Conversations will start at 19.30. Entrance to the event and conversations are FREE! PLEASE NOTE: Participation requires a mandatory drink purchase for all attendees. 🥂 DRINK PRICE LIST Soft Drinks (Coca Cola, Tonic, Fanta, etc.): 5€ Beer, Glass of Wine, and Digestives/Amari: 6€ Spritz and Cocktails: 10€ OPTIONAL APERICENA DEAL! During the event, you can also enjoy a great Apericena for only 15€ (food + drink)! 😋 🇬🇧 Free conversation in English with Antonia 🇫🇷 Free conversation in French with Elodie and Desh 🇪🇸 Free conversation in Spanish with Lucia 🇮🇹 Free conversation in Italian (Basic) with Sara 🇮🇹 Free conversation in Italian (Advanced) with Alfredo 🇧🇷 Free conversation in Portuguese with Marina From any METRO B station, get off at PIRAMIDE METRO STATION, walk left toward Via Ostiense, keep walking on the left side, pass below the bridge, walking until you find the number 95. You will find Caffè Letterario Entrance on your left. More the merrier! SHARE THE CULTURE! LOCATION Caffè Letterario: 📍 https://maps.app.goo.gl/EkzXSCoTKu7AmVgD6

DESCRIPTION: Join us on an unforgettable tour where we'll explore Rome's iconic sites. Since most of these sites are well-known, the focus will be on lesser known aspects. The goal is the gain insight but keep the info limited so the tour ends in 90 mins. Participants will likely remember the presentations and won't feel overwhelmed with TMI that can easily be found on wikipedia or through AI. ITINERARY : Spanish Steps, Sallustian Obelisk and the revolution of Rome's city planning, Aqua Virgo, Trevi Fountain, Galleria Alberto Sordi, Pantheon Piazza Navona DISTANCE: 1\.87 km \| 1\.16 miDuration: 2 hrs TIP-BASED tour: You pay what you want at the end. If you pay based on your satisfaction, you encourage quality work and discourage substandard work.

My WhatsApp group: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/HagJQGbDX3F1UPO6mDuwPk](https://chat.whatsapp.com/HagJQGbDX3F1UPO6mDuwPk) Unisciti a noi per una passeggiata misteriosa nel cuore di Roma, dove il passato sussurra segreti antichi. Esploreremo 🕵️ luoghi intrisi di spiritualità e magia, tra chiese nascoste e tombe di santi, fino a raggiungere una porta leggendaria, avvolta da simboli alchemici e misteri esoterici 🧙​🎭​⚜️ . Ogni passo ti condurrà in un’atmosfera mistica, dove storia e arcane vibrazioni si intrecciano, risvegliando la tua curiosità. Un’esperienza unica per chi cerca l’ignoto e il fascino dell’alchimia, in una Roma che non hai mai visto. **📌evento gratis, è benvenuto un sostegno per pagare i costi dell'app🙏​** ➡️ per chi vuole potremmo fermarci dopo per un aperitivo🍷 **➡️**​il luogo di partenza sarà in 𝙥𝙧𝙤𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙢𝙞𝙩𝙖̀ 𝙙𝙞 𝙪𝙣𝙖 𝙛𝙚𝙧𝙢𝙖𝙩𝙖 𝙙𝙚𝙡𝙡𝙖 𝙢𝙚𝙩𝙧𝙤 𝘽 circo massimo ➡️ Il percorso è circolare si torna nel luogo di partenza, in totale lunghezza circa **7** 𝙠𝙢 ➡️ Scarpe comode👣 ➡️ Puntualità 🕘 ➡️ Per le ragazze 👱‍♀️: se siete 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 uomini e donne Join us for a mysterious walk in the heart of Rome, where the past whispers ancient secrets. We’ll explore 🕵️ places steeped in spirituality and magic, among hidden churches and saints’ tombs, until we reach a legendary door, shrouded in alchemical symbols and esoteric mysteries. Each step will lead you into a mystical atmosphere, where history and arcane vibrations intertwine, awakening your curiosity. A unique experience for those seeking the unknown and the allure of alchemy, in a Rome you’ve never seen. **📌 Free event - donations welcome to cover our meetup costs.🙏​** ➡️ the starting point will be 𝙣𝙚𝙖𝙧 a Metro B stop circo massimo 🗺️, ➡️ The route is circular, returning to the starting point, with a total length of approximately **7** 𝙠𝙢. ➡️ Comfortable shoes 👣. ➡️ Punctuality 🕘. ➡️ For the girls 👱‍♀️: If you're on the waiting list, feel free to come anyway if you’d like! It often happens that more guys than girls end up confirming, so this helps us keep a nice balance between men and women. 😊

🎶 LIVE MUSIC & KARAOKE MEETUP – ROME 🎤 This time we’re gathering in the heart of Rome, just a few steps from **Piazza Navona** Hosted by @[Kibasongs](https://www.tiktok.com/@kibasongs?_r=1&_t=ZS-93meA2RNnw8) – “**Kiba**”, get ready for a warm, energetic night of classic pop & rock songs in Spanish, English and Italian, all performed in an intimate acoustic format This is not just a concert — it’s a meetup. Feel the music, sing along, connect with people… and if you’re brave enough, jump on stage and turn it into a karaoke moment 🎤😎 🍷 Food & Drinks available 🏠 Livehouse: @Studio 26 📍 Address: Vicolo del Fico 3, Rome 🎟 FREE ENTRY

Nella vita di ogni persona accadono delle coincidenze particolari. Questo evento si rivolge a coloro che sono curiosi di conoscere storie di coincidenze affascinanti e spesso miracolose. Avremo a disposizione dei libri che raccolgono decine di storie VERE di coincidenze. Sceglierò per voi le più belle. Tranquilli, nessuna noia: si leggono in tre minuti ciascuna! E le risate sono assicurate. Anche io racconterò le mie esperienze (non a caso ne sono molto appassionato) e daro' alcuni suggerimenti per avere qualche vantaggio. Ogni partecipante se vuole potrà farlo. L 'evento non ha scopo né di lucro né di vendita libri. Di solito possiamo occupare gratuitamente il tavolo della caffetteria; a volte basta consumare un semplice caffè. ( * Può sembrare una iniziativa strana, ma già anni fa il direttore di rai notte Gabriele La Porta raccoglieva le esperienze dei telespettatori, molte delle quali ha poi pubblicato in un libro).

*Lettere d’Amore al Pigneto* è una social breakfast con passeggiata romantica che si trasforma in una **lettera d’amore scritta insieme**. Non è un tour. È un’esperienza lenta e intima, dove le strade diventano frasi, gli angoli ricordi e ogni tappa una nuova pagina. Condivideremo una colazione per conoscerci, ogni partecipante sarà invitata/o a scrivere una **lettera d’amore**: al Pigneto, a una persona cara, oppure a sé stessa/o. La lettera resterà privata: un gesto semplice, intimo, da portare con sé. 💌 **A chi è rivolto?** A chi ama le passeggiate significative, le parole e le connessioni autentiche. Da soli, con un’amica/o o con qualcuno che si ama. [Join our WhatsApp community for updates or any change of location.](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Ci5vQADX7326vFXqB3wWU3 "https://chat.whatsapp.com/Ci5vQADX7326vFXqB3wWU3") [Follow us on Instagram to see what we’re up to :)](https://www.instagram.com/pignetismi/ "https://www.instagram.com/pignetismi/")

**Frascati Hike — Irish tales, volcano views & Castelli Romani magic 🌄** 30 min by train from Rome, join a 3.5‑hr guided walk to Monte Tuscolo’s ridge. Discover the Irish connection (Goethe, Lady Morgan), local myths, and sweeping views of the Castelli Romani Regional Park. **How to Participate** To join this amazing adventure, simply send an email to info@natureofsal.com or WhatsApp us directly at +39 351 70 60 636. *Mention you’re from the Expats Living in Rome community to claim your 30% discount!* 👉🏽 For more information [click here](https://app.heartbeat.chat/expatsinitaly/events/700680) *Medium: \~9 km, +320 m. Meet at Frascati station 15 min early. Languages: EN/DE/IT. Bring hiking boots, 1.5 L water & packed lunch. Aperitivo option after. Perfect for expats seeking a scenic escape!*

**Coworking for writers in Rome!** Join us for some focused writing time at [casadante](https://maps.app.goo.gl/gA6w2J8cD36giNF38?g_st=ic) near Piazza Vittorio Emanuele in Esquilino. All writers and all experience levels are welcome and don’t worry, no one will see what you've written. This session is about getting your writing done and meeting other writers in Rome. When you show up, say hello to everyone, grab a drink, and get your writing tools ready. Once you’re settled, take some time to chat with your fellow writers. Once everyone’s arrived, we will lead quick introductions and then set the timer for our quiet and focused writing session. Afterward, we’ll have time to chat and get to know each other. We often talk about our successes and challenges as writers. If you don’t have time to stick around, no worries! **A note about the format** We don’t host critiques or readings. These events are a safe space for writers of all skill levels and genres to work on their craft, so no one will read or critique your writing.

[English at the bottom] Nuovo incontro Mellon per giocare e condividere momenti intorno ai giochi da tavolo in ottima compagnia Melloniana! Le prenotazioni per l'evento saranno aperte fino a 24h prima dell'evento. La partecipazione all'evento è gratuita, vi ricordiamo però che il locale prevede una spesa minima. Vi chiediamo infine di mantenere un comportamento amichevole e rispettoso verso gli altri membri e partecipanti e di non causare danni alle infrastrutture e ai giochi da tavola messi a disposizione, da noi e da altri eventuali membri, pena il rimborso del danno Durante l'evento verranno scattate delle foto da condividere sui Social per pubblicizzare il gruppo, nel caso in cui non vogliate essere ripresi/comparire fatecelo sapere e provvederemo di conseguenza. Dite Mellon ed entrate! / Mae govannen mellon nin! \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- New Mellon meeting to discover, play and enjoy boardgames with your your best Mellonish company! RSVP open till 24h before the event. Event is free of charge, even though the venue may require minimum order per person. We kindly ask you to maintain friendly and respectful behaviour towards all people attending and not to cause any damage to the venue and the games offered by it or by other participants, otherwise we will ask you to reimburse the article. We may take a few pictures/short videos during the event to be published on our Socials, in case you do not agree with this please let us know! Say Mellon and enter! / Mae govannen mellon nin!

Thursdays just got smarter (and sassier). 🧠🍻 Join us at TownHall Short North for Trivia Night with Marquis—where the questions are fun, the competition is friendly, and the vibes are immaculate. Grab your crew, sip something good, and prove you know random facts you absolutely shouldn’t.

Let's check out a Popular Astronomy and Science Based Film at COSI Science Center on their HUGE 360 Degree 4K Spherical Dome Screen Theater, in which is touring the nation and has already sold over 10,000 tickets! COSI is one of the leading Science Centers in America. Alan Watts was one of the Most Influential Amateur Astronomers of the 20th Century and held fascinating views of the Galaxy. Tickets are only $33 plus a small fee and taxes and can be purchased here: [Trust the Universe: Immersive Dome Show](https://www.sphericalpictures.com/tickets) PLEASE purchase tickets for the 8:15 PM Feature on Friday, February 13. There seem to be at least 10 tickets left, possibly more. We should be able to sit together in the same row or at least in the general section. This is an exciting chance to view actual footage of the Solar System on a Large 4k Resolution Screen plus added in Cosmological and Astronomical Related Philosophy! We will plan on meeting at about 7:50 PM by the Atomic Cafe on the first Floor of COSI, where the Movie Theater is located, in order to give us time before the show starts to purchase refreshments. Parking is available at the COSI Garage and in the area on side streets and adjacent garages. We can also walk somewhere in the area and get food afterwards, if anyone wants to do so. Thanks and hope to see you come out!

***(She loves me!)* A Brief History of Quarry Trails** [Quarry Trails Metro Park](https://www.metroparks.net/parks-and-trails/quarry-trails/) traces its origins to a vast limestone quarry operated by the Marble Cliff Quarry Company starting in the early 20th century. The site, located along the Scioto River west of downtown, supplied crushed stone for local construction projects and roads throughout central Ohio. Operations peaked mid-century, with massive excavation creating deep pits and steep cliffs that reshaped the landscape. By the 1980s, demand declined, and the southern section of the quarry closed (with the northern section of the quarry remaining in operation to this day by a separate company), leaving behind scarred terrain and abandoned equipment. Environmental concerns arose as the area became a dumping ground and off-road playground for locals. Columbus Metro Parks began eyeing the property in the 1990s for potential reclamation into public green space. In 2015, Metro Parks acquired the initial 180 acres from the quarry's owners, marking a pivotal step toward transformation. Thrive Companies, a local developer, partnered in the deal to build adjacent housing while funding park improvements. Cleanup efforts removed tons of debris, stabilized cliffs, and addressed water quality in the flooded quarries. Planners envisioned a mix of adventure and preservation, incorporating the site's industrial remnants as features. Community input from nearby Grandview Heights and Hilliard residents shaped early designs. The project gained momentum with state and federal grants supporting habitat restoration. The park officially opened its first phase in November 2021, featuring 3.5 miles of trails, a waterfall overlook, and climbing walls on the quarry faces. Visitors quickly embraced the unique terrain, with mountain biking loops and a 25-foot waterfall drawing crowds from across the metro area. Metro Parks added a canoe/kayak launch on the Scioto River, connecting to the city's broader trail network. Dog parks and picnic areas rounded out the amenities, making it a year-round destination. Expansion continued with land acquisitions pushing the total toward 600 acres. By 2023, the park hosted events like guided hikes and birdwatching tours. Ongoing development includes a planned adventure center with zip lines and more extensive single-track trails set for completion in the coming years. Metro Parks collaborates with conservation groups to plant native species and monitor wildlife returning to the reclaimed quarries. The site now serves as an educational hub, with interpretive signs explaining its quarrying past and ecological recovery. Local schools incorporate field trips to study geology and restoration science. Quarry Trails exemplifies Columbus's shift from industrial reuse to innovative urban parks. It stands as the newest addition to the Metro Parks system, complementing favorites like Scioto Audubon and Highbanks. Today, Quarry Trails continues evolving, with future phases adding connections to the Olentangy Trail and more water access points. Annual visitor numbers have surged, boosting nearby businesses in the evolving west side neighborhoods. The park's success has inspired similar reclamation projects elsewhere in the region. It highlights how Columbus balances growth with green space preservation. Residents enjoy a one-of-a-kind spot that honors the area's gritty history while offering modern recreation. Quarry Trails remains a testament to community vision and adaptive reuse in our city. ***(She loves me not.)* A Briefer History of Valentine's Day** The origins of Valentine's Day trace back to ancient Rome and the festival of Lupercalia, celebrated in mid-February to honor fertility and purification rites. During this raucous event, young men drew names of women from a box in a matchmaking lottery, often leading to pairings or marriages. By the late 5th century, Pope Gelasius I officially replaced Lupercalia with St. Valentine's Day on February 14 to Christianize the pagan holiday. Although several early Christian martyrs were named Valentine, the most commonly associated figure is a 3rd-century Roman priest who secretly married couples against Emperor Claudius II's ban on young men marrying, believing single soldiers fought better. Legend claims Valentine was imprisoned and later executed on February 14, around 269–270 AD. The romantic associations with Valentine's Day emerged much later, during the Middle Ages. The pivotal moment came in the late 14th century when Geoffrey Chaucer, in his poem "Parlement of Foules" (c. 1381), linked St. Valentine's Day with courtship, writing that birds chose their mates on this date. This literary connection spread rapidly among the English and French nobility, transforming the saint's feast day into a celebration of romantic love. By the 15th century, lovers began exchanging handwritten notes called "valentines," often containing verses or simple declarations of affection. In the 18th and 19th centuries, Valentine's Day became increasingly commercialized, especially in England and later the United States. The introduction of printed valentines in the 1840s, pioneered by Esther Howland in America, turned personal notes into mass-produced cards adorned with lace, ribbons, and Cupid imagery. Factories began producing elaborate cards, and the tradition of giving flowers (especially roses), chocolates, and jewelry took hold during the Victorian era. Today, February 14 is one of the most widely celebrated secular holidays worldwide, generating billions in spending on cards, candy, flowers, and romantic dinners. While still officially the feast day of Saint Valentine in some Christian traditions, the modern version has largely shed its religious roots in favor of universal expressions of love and friendship. From ancient fertility rites to global commercial phenomenon, Valentine's Day has evolved dramatically over two millennia while retaining its core focus on human connection. ***(She loves me!)* Map of the Park** Here is a [Map of Quarry Trails](https://www.metroparks.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Quarry-Trails_JUNE-2025_1980px-Web.jpg). ***(She loves me not.)* Summary** For this hike, we'll do a loop of the park. This will be about four miles. Now, this won't be one of our longer hikes. However, in my experience, Quarry Trails tends to wear people out more quickly than other parks. I suspect this is because most of the trails are either paved or heavily graveled (no surprise at a park which abuts an active stone quarry), with some elevation changes along the way. ***(She loves me!)* Where We'll Meet** Quarry Trails has multiple entrances, but none of them are connected internally within the park. So you must drive to the correct one for this event. Set your GPS to [2319 Quarry Trails Dr, Hilliard, OH 43026](https://www.google.com/maps/place/2319+Quarry+Trails+Dr,+Hilliard,+OH+43026/@39.9998462,-83.0873077,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x883891dd76f5eedf:0xf1cb9d34c1069580!8m2!3d39.9997868!4d-83.0872621!16s%2Fg%2F11y17k0ms5?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MTExMi4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D), or use the map pin I've provided here. Do not just type "Quarry Trails" into Google Maps and expect it to take you to the correct place. It probably won't. We will meet in the parking lot of the Lake Area. The best entrance to this parking lot will be your first left off of Quarry Trails Dr after Gunnison Dr (which will be on your right). I recommend taking a few minutes and looking at Maps before you head out to make sure you know where you're going. ***(So walk with me...)* Restrooms and Water Fountains** There are a few port-a-potties sprinkled throughout the park (including two at the parking lot we'll be meeting at), and the Park Office, roughly in the center of the park and which we'll pass twice on this hike, has restrooms and a water fountain. This is the only water fountain, though, at Quarry Trails. ***(At Trails Quarry!*)** **After the Hike** Afterward, we'll head over to [Johnnie's Tavern](https://johnniestavern614.com/) for [drinks](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Johnnie's+Tavern/@39.993202,-83.0903169,3a,75y,90t/data=!3m8!1e2!3m6!1sCIABIhAulLarLYZC3hY_vRGwoakV!2e10!3e12!6shttps:%2F%2Flh3.googleusercontent.com%2Fgps-cs-s%2FAG0ilSzkwnMN29-lrgzp50Rzeaq5jXCGM1xLS1poH0Mc52-E9NYBvdS99ei7zGmlAYJZyk8OeNW5YvS7agj8M2Bom4ri1m_-NcJiT-LQUDphkS-SB5Vq8JhO-8NSP-_m80HeLz4-pGhjrwhuBKSv%3Dw146-h195-k-no!7i4284!8i5712!4m7!3m6!1s0x883891c4d61ba04d:0x5134f225cbf678bf!8m2!3d39.9932439!4d-83.0902078!10e9!16s%2Fg%2F11c1p57s3t?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MTExMi4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D) and [food](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Johnnie's+Tavern/@39.993202,-83.0903169,3a,75y,90t/data=!3m8!1e2!3m6!1sCIABIhB5lD4Uly_4O9BjNH4r3ywB!2e10!3e12!6shttps:%2F%2Flh3.googleusercontent.com%2Fgps-cs-s%2FAG0ilSy7tQcc7CtCeuUAKwEVJoxtOs8Ycohjy3mGZZOC_kJVdB8wEaGuC4-p5z_jxn2JnpmSEkh_HG7Aok_ZPEgmK57rEBqNIPH8J5tiyAP5vbrRYkUso_fKTkW5vJc47UusNoGiRzs2Vf0m1JcV%3Dw146-h195-k-no!7i4284!8i5712!4m7!3m6!1s0x883891c4d61ba04d:0x5134f225cbf678bf!8m2!3d39.9932439!4d-83.0902078!10e9!16s%2Fg%2F11c1p57s3t?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MTExMi4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D). Its actual address is [3503 Trabue Rd, Columbus, OH 43204](https://www.google.com/maps/place/3503+Trabue+Rd,+Columbus,+OH+43204/@39.9932491,-83.090227,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x883891c4d6199677:0x1fda03b0add81e7c!8m2!3d39.9932491!4d-83.090227!16s%2Fg%2F11c14yf3m6?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MTExMi4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D), and it's only about a five minute drive from where we'll be parked at Quarry Trails. We should be at the tavern by 5 if you can't make the hike and just want to meet us for drinks.

Dale Gnidovec, Curator of the Orton Hall Museum of Geology at The Ohio State University, will be presenting a program he has wanted to share with us for a long time: Plate Tectonics. His description of his program: Continents on the move - Nothing in Earth history makes sense without moving continents - it tells us why mountains, volcanoes, minerals, and fossils are where they are. This talk examines the evidence for continental drift, why it was disbelieved, and explains how the more-encompassing theory of plate tectonics was developed and eventually proven. Dale is an energetic, incredibly knowledgeable, and very entertaining speaker and this will be another wonderful program by Dale. Hope to see you there! Food and drinks will be provided at the event. Feel free to show up a little bit early to hang out and talk. Going forward our meetings will be hybrid. You can meet us in-person or attend online Join Zoom Meeting [https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87836564953?pwd=4Mi57ElZkDIFlb1fnlNwOJ0NiOK4tP.1](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87836564953?pwd=4Mi57ElZkDIFlb1fnlNwOJ0NiOK4tP.1) Meeting ID: 878 3656 4953 Passcode: 760812 One tap mobile +19292056099,,87836564953#,,,,\*760812# US (New York) +13017158592,,87836564953#,,,,\*760812# US (Washington DC) The formal presentation will start at noon