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*This club is for founders, VCs, operators, and startup ecosystem players — past, present, and future.* ​ Padel is one of those games you can pick up at any point in your life and immediately enjoy. You don't need to be fit, you don't need a background in racket sports, you just need to show up. The court is small enough that nothing feels out of reach, and the glass walls do half the work for you. ​What makes it special is that you actually talk while you play. Between points, during rallies, after a shot that somehow worked — there's a natural rhythm to padel that makes conversation easy. You get to know your partner in a way that just doesn't happen sitting across a table. ​We had a rally once that went on so long everyone stopped caring who won the point. That's kind of the spirit of the whole thing. ​ **🎯 What to Expect** ​**Two courts, at least 8 players** — we rotate and run mini-tournaments when numbers allow. All levels, always. ​ **Real conversations** — with your partner, between points, after the game. No agenda. ​**Competitive but Chill** — good plays, better laughs, and a rematch culture. 🔄 ​**💸 €15 per person** — pay before the game: [paypal.me/alexbing2](paypal.me/alexbing2) Paying upfront keeps the courts full and the group reliable. No last-minute ghosts. Arrive 15 minutes early to warm up and meet people. ​ **⚠️ Cancellation Policy** Cancel at least 2 days before if you can't make it — someone on the waiting list will be very happy to take your spot. No-shows without notice lose their €15 deposit and get moved to the waiting list for future events.

**🍻 SOCIAL DRINKING GAMES** Ice-breakers? Boring. We prefer cups, rules you’ll forget in 5 minutes, and instant friendships. Lose the game, take a sip. Win the game, take a sip anyway. ⋯⋯⋯ Ostello Bello Milano Centrale - Via Lepetit 33, Milano 🎫 Posti limitati. - Ingresso gratuito tramite registrazione Ti ricordiamo che nel corso dell’evento potranno essere effettuate delle riprese di immagini fotografiche e audio-video con diritti di utilizzo ad uso esclusivo del locale. www.ostellobello.com https://www.instagram.com/ostellobello.milanocentrale/

Allenare la mente è importante come allenare il proprio corpo. La Mindfulness è uno strumento concreto per migliorare la consapevolezza del momento presente, gestire ansia e stress. Non è un semplice "svuotare la mente" ma una disciplina capace di trasformarti respiro dopo respiro in un osservatore non giudicante. Dove? **The Cozy Studio A.S.D.** **via Massarenti, 14 - Milano** **I posti sono limitati. E' necessaria la prenotazione.** Per info: 80calmalab@gmail.com

**PELLEDOCA 🪿🪿🪿🪿** **GIOVEDI 14 maggio** **INAUGURAZIONE ESTIVA 🥂🥂** **GRAN BUFFET 15€ con drink** **Antipasti, primi, secondi e frutta** **Start BUFFET 20:30 fino alle 22:00** **Tavolo riservato tutta la sera solo per noi.** **Vieni in LISTA ELIO all’ingresso… troverai bella gente, sorrisi e zero imbarazzo.** **Poi dalle 22:30 parte la musica e l’entrata diventa 10€ con drink incluso.** **Pronti a brindare, ridere e ballare tutta la notte?** **Ci conto 😍** **Quindi cosa aspetti? PRENOTA il tuo aperitivo o il tuo tavolo a tuo nome.** **SERATA PERFETTA PER NUOVE AMICIZIE** **Se vuoi puoi prenotare la CENA con amici o con la tua azienda 35€ (bevande escluse)** **Guardaroba obbligatorio 1€** **Milano viale Forlanini 121** **Parcheggio 3€** **Come arrivare? Clicca il link qui sotto ⬇️** **https://maps.app.goo.gl/xkzKhvMvMhHn2DN7A?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy** **Se non hai l’auto scaricati, WAYLA e registrati. Un trasporto economico milanese per tutta la notte.** **https://apps.apple.com/it/app/wayla/id6479307130**

Benvenuti all’Alpha Café — uno spazio per chi vuole crescere, riflettere e trasformare. Ogni settimana ci incontriamo per esplorare insieme temi che intrecciano mente, emozioni e azioni, con l’obiettivo di comprendere meglio noi stessi e contribuire a una società più empatica. Cosa succede all’Alpha Café? - Apriamo con una meditazione di gruppo, per centrarci e connetterci. - Introduciamo il tema della serata con una breve presentazione multimediale. - Apriamo il confronto: una discussione libera e profonda su come il tema tocca la nostra vita quotidiana. - Concludiamo con un momento conviviale, per rilassarci e stare bene insieme. Un’ora per pensare, sentire, condividere. Ti aspettiamo!

Welcome to the Thursday English Aperitivo! The perfect place to speak in English and meet some interesting people from all over the world. Everyone is welcome to come and join in some conversation whilst enjoying a drink and a bite to eat in a friendly, easy going atmosphere. Don't worry about your level of English, the most important thing is to have fun! My name is Diana and I'm from England I'll be there to help you with your English and make you feel at home. I have been an English teacher in Milan for many years. Just come to Pacino Cafe on Thursday and ask for Diana or the English Aperitivo. I can't wait to meet you! Drink and aperitivo 11 euro

Community for all climbing enthusiasts. Whether you're an expert, a beginner, or just want to try something new, you're welcome! 🧗🏻 We meet on Tuesday/Wednesdayat 6:00 PM at Manga Climbing Alternatively, you can organize it yourself on the day you prefer. 👇 Via Privata Giovanni Livraghi 25, Milano https://maps.app.goo.gl/XjJjXMfUZ5cNRsQx6?g_st=ic Group Link https://chat.whatsapp.com/J8QIZ4TD3Yi0xBCu4qQmkb?mode=gi_t

Colori, chiacchiere e… brunch! ☕ Hai mai sentito parlare di armocromia o sei semplicemente curiosə di capire quali colori ti valorizzano davvero? In questo evento ti guiderò alla scoperta dell’armocromia: una disciplina che aiuta a scegliere le tonalità più adatte a noi per apparire più freschi, luminosi e autentici — nel modo più naturale possibile. ✨ Cosa ti aspetta? • una prima parte di workshop con spiegazione semplice e pratica dei principi base (stagioni, sottotoni, armonie) • una analisi flash personalizzata per individuare la tua palette ideale • consigli concreti per usare i colori giusti ogni giorno: abbigliamento, accessori, capelli (e make-up, se ti va) Dopo il workshop, ci sposteremo su una seconda parte più rilassata: brunch e chiacchiere insieme, per condividere domande, curiosità e continuare a parlare di colori… con qualcosa di buono davanti Il tutto in un locale accogliente, in orario brunch: una mattinata lenta tra profumo di caffè, piatti buoni, colori e nuove scoperte. Perché sì, si impara meglio con qualcosa di buono tra le mani Ogni consumazione sarà a carico del partecipante: si potrà scegliere liberamente cosa ordinare dal menu del locale L’evento è aperto a tuttə, uomini e donne, senza alcuna esperienza richiesta: solo voglia di stare bene, fare un brunch insieme e scoprire come piccoli dettagli possono fare una grande differenza. Vieni per il brunch, resta per scoprire quali colori ti fanno brillare. **NOTA IMPORTANTE!** La tua partecipazione sarà confermata solo dopo il ricevimento della quota tramite PayPal (scegliendo l’opzione “Amici e parenti”). La quota include l’accesso all’evento e una consulenza flash personalizzata di armocromia. Per qualsiasi dubbio o chiarimento, scrivimi pure in chat! 🙂

👉 **Fill this form to participate:** https://forms.gle/etV1fPcJowkcV6pP7 📌 **What** Ready for a fun and active **International Badminton Meetup in Milano?** 🏸🌍 Join us for a session where you can play badminton, meet international people, and enjoy good vibes together ✨ **How it works:** We’ll meet at the venue (shared in the Whatsapp group for the event), organize into groups, and start playing. We’ll rotate between games so everyone gets a chance to play and enjoy the session. ⚠️ **Limited spots: 20 participants max** ❗️Filling the form is required to participate and stay updated, but it **does not guarantee a spot**, as many regular community members do not check Meetup app often. 📌 **Who** Anyone who enjoys meeting new people, staying active, and having fun with an international group 🌍 📌 **How** • Fill the form • Participants will be added to the WhatsApp group 📲

**Girls Book Club – tutto al femminile** ✨ Amiamo la letteratura in tutte le sue forme e soprattutto amiamo confrontarci. Una volta al mese ci incontriamo a Milano per parlare di libri davanti a un tè e un dolce, in un’atmosfera accogliente e super friendly 💕 📚 **Prossimo incontro Book Club** 🗓 **16 maggio – ore 10:00** 📍 **Zoo Comunale – Milano** Porta Venezia ☕️ Consumo libero al bar 📖 **Libro del mese** **Io che non ho conosciuto gli uomini - Jacqueline Harpman** Si aggancia a una lunga tradizione di narrativa fantascientifica che fa del femminile il centro della rappresentazione distopica. La vicenda racconta di un gruppo di quaranta donne rinchiuso in un bunker sotterraneo dopo una catastrofe non meglio specificata, e della quale nessuna ricorda nulla. Cosa ci fanno lì sotto? Chi e perché le tiene in vita in quelle condizioni? Cosa è successo al mondo là fuori? *Come sempre, **non è obbligatorio aver letto il libro per partecipare**: l’importante è la voglia di condividere.* **Conferma la tua partecipazione** Per partecipare, ti chiediamo di confermare con una commissione di 2,00 euro, tramite questi due modi: * **[PayPal](https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/beatricepalacco?country.x=IT&locale.x=it_IT)** (seleziona “Amici e familiari” senza commissioni) * **[Satispay](https://web.satispay.com/app/match/link/user/S6Y-CON--B5302524-6C58-4345-8285-ED03CA0C02D6?amount=1000&currency=EUR)** al numero 3394436054 **Causale pagamento**: esempio: email + 16.05 Il pagamento può essere effettuato fino ad un giorno prima dell'evento, salvo disponibilità posti. Un pomeriggio di chiacchiere, emozioni e condivisione in pieno **Girls Tribe style** 💕

**An intimate, curated Italian experience — beyond the classroom.** You’ve learned Italian. But have you ever *lived it* — slowly, locally, beautifully? This Saturday, you’re invited into a different kind of space. A small, intentional group. A real neighborhood. A guided experience designed to help you step into Italian with ease and confidence. *** ### The experience We begin at **The Village (Isola)** — a warm, private space. Through light, embodied practice, you’ll learn the language you actually need for the market: natural, simple, alive. Then we step into the rhythm of the **local Isola market**. You’ll interact with vendors, choose your food, and experience Italian as it’s truly spoken — supported, never rushed. We return to The Village for a **slow, shared brunch** 🥐 A moment to land, connect, and continue speaking in a relaxed, human way. ### Designed for you if: – you’re ready to move from understanding to *embodying* Italian – you value depth, presence, and meaningful connection – you prefer intimate, curated experiences over large groups *** ### What makes this different This is not a class. It’s a **guided immersion**. – small, carefully held group – real-life context – attention to energy, pace, and comfort – space to be seen, heard, and supported *** ### 📍 Details Isola, Milan \~2.5 hours (The Village + market + brunch) Limited spots to preserve the quality of the experience *** ### 💸 Contribution 20€ drop-in (or 15€ with your Village membership). Coffee and tea included, we will buy food to share from the market for the brunch *** ### 📩 To join Francesca: +44 7551910793 *** ✨ A softer way to learn. ✨ A deeper way to belong. ✨ A more real way to speak. ***

In this workshop, you will create your own brioche and latte candles using a mix of natural waxes and natural fragrances. Step by step, you’ll learn the basics of candle making, how to shape realistic dessert-style candles, and how to decorate them to look like delicious brioche and creamy latte drinks. At the end of the workshop, you will take home your handmade brioche and latte candles. All materials are provided. ✨🕯️☕🥐 **Les Amis** is a women-only community of friendly souls. We provide access to hundreds of experiences that explore your passions and connect you with other event participants. **Check our website to learn more, and apply to join our community and events**: [lesamis.cc/apply](https://www.lesamis.cc/apply)

✨ **Be Indie Pop\-Up – Urban Edition \| Milano** Il 16 maggio, Be Indie Community porta all’Urban Hive Milano un evento dedicato alla bellezza indipendente e al Made in Italy. Un pop-up immersivo dove scoprire brand skincare innovativi, incontrare i founder e vivere un’esperienza autentica tra sostenibilità, ricerca e visione imprenditoriale. Durante l’evento sarà possibile testare i prodotti, ricevere consulenze personalizzate e conoscere da vicino le storie e i valori dei brand indie che stanno ridefinendo il futuro della cosmetica. Un appuntamento unico per chi ama la skincare, l’innovazione e le realtà indipendenti. L'evento è organizzato da [Be Indie Community](https://beindie.it/)

Masterclass on a basic skincare routine during a breakfast. **Les Amis** is a women-only community of friendly souls. We provide access to hundreds of experiences that explore your passions and connect you with other event participants. **Check our website to learn more, and apply to join our community and events**: [lesamis.cc/apply](https://www.lesamis.cc/apply)

**Building a great product is one thing—building momentum behind it is another.** Join **Senior Product Manager Adam Solaiman** and **User Experience Manager Tyson Smith** for a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to turn complex ideas into scalable products inside large organizations. In this session, they’ll share how teams move from ambiguity to execution—navigating organizational complexity, aligning stakeholders, and continuously evolving products after launch. You’ll walk away with insights on how to: * Build and sustain momentum across teams * Adapt to changing priorities without losing direction * Scale products thoughtfully in complex environments Whether you're driving a new initiative or growing an existing product, this conversation will give you practical strategies to keep things moving forward. Come connect, learn, and swap stories with fellow product professionals. \-\-\- Food and drinks will be provided by Switchbox, our generous host. Free parking will be available at the front and back sides of the Switchbox Office.

We meet to learn and practice American Sign Language and to grow our familiarity with Deaf culture. Facilitated by hearing folks (with a connection to a professional interpreter) using Deaf-created content. People of all ASL skill levels are welcome! As we learn, we hope to connect more with the Deaf community in Central Ohio. Join us as you're able! Come regularly or just once - whatever you're looking for! Each meetup will explore different topics related to ASL/Deaf culture, and will feature time to practice conversation with one another. Just bring yourself and a willingness to learn!

By popular demand, the group wanted to read and discuss the semi-autobiographical novel by Henri-Pierre Roche, that inspired the Truffaut movie we watched last year. The book is available through the Columbus Library's interlibrary loan system. They reported there are twenty-eight copies available in the state of Ohio. If you have a library card, you can file an interlibrary loan request here: https://www.columbuslibrary.org/library-services/ . There are also used copies available on Amazon and eBay for under twenty dollars. You may want to rewatch the movie after reading the book, so we can compare and contrast in our discussion. The Columbus Library has four copies on DVD, and it's streaming on HBOMax.

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This month we’ll be reading Agnes Aubert’s Mystical Cat Shelter by Heather Fawcett. Feel free to come and chat even if you don’t finish the book!

## Candle Making Night at The Arcane Foundry \| Design Your Own Custom Candle **SPECIAL PROMOTION**: Buy 3 and get 1 Free! Step into The Arcane Foundry and create your own custom candle from start to finish. This is a laid back, hands-on experience where **you’ll blend fragrances, choose your vessel, and pour your own candle using 100% soy wax**. Whether you’re coming solo or with friends, it’s designed to be simple, creative, and a good time. We’ll walk you through the entire process, from picking your scents to choosing between a traditional cotton wick or a crackling wood wick. You can go with one fragrance or mix your own blend to create something completely unique**. No experience needed**, just show up and we’ll handle the rest. While your candle sets, feel free to hang out, play a game, explore the shop, or just relax and talk. Drinks and snacks are available, and the atmosphere leans into the **fantasy**, **dark academia**, and **gothic horror** vibe The Arcane Foundry is known for. Learn More: [Candle Making in Columbus, Ohio at The Arcane Foundry](https://thearcanefoundry.com/candle-making/) *** ### What to Expect: * Guided candle making experience * Choose your own vessel, wax, wick, and fragrance * 100% soy wax candles * Optional drinks and snacks * Time to relax while your candle cools *** ### Important Notes: * Please arrive on time so we can start together * Candles will need time to set before taking home * This is a beginner-friendly event *** ### RSVP Required Reserve your spot on Meetup to lock in your seat. **Candle Making** (includes vessel, your choice of wick, wax, scented oil, labels and lids) 5oz Glass Jars $15 8oz Candle Tins $25 12oz Glass Candles $35 12oz Amber Jars $40 16 oz Skull or Jack o Lantern Candle Mugs $65 (Limited Edition!) **All materials included. You just bring yourself (and your drink of choice).** **Payments accepted:** * Credit Card * Venmo: @Daclaud-Lee * Cashapp: $DaclaudL

Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 7:00pm on Wednesday, February 11 at Streetlight Guild. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. **SCHEDULE:** 6:45ish - Quick introductions 7:00 - Timer starts: write for 1 hour 8:00 - The End **OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING** happens before and after the writing hour. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. **BEING LATE IS OKAY:** just show up and get settled! If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing & I look forward to seeing you at Streetlight Guild! **WHAT SHOULD I BRING?** Whatever you need to be able to write! You're welcome to bring earplugs/headphones if noise will bother you! **OTHER IMPORTANT DETAILS:** * **RSVP:** Please RSVP by 6:00pm the evening of the meeting. This helps me know how many to expect, and if we'll need additional space! * **COVID:** While masks are not required, please be mindful of the other writers around you and their comfort levels. * **WIFI/OUTLETS:** Outlets are limited, so please ensure your devices are charged when you come! But Streetlight Guild does have free WiFi! Yay! * **PARKING:** There is free public parking at Streetlight Guild.