Critical Design

10€ ENTRANCE FEE, ONLY 4 SPOTS AVAILABLE EACH WEEK, BE ON TIME. If you book a ticket, please send us a message confirming you're coming, and if you couldn't make it at the end please do tell us so we can give it to the waitlist. Message us via: INS: yellowdicomedy WhatsApp: +39 3477302866 Hi guys, this is Delia😊, the founder of Yellowdicomedy, as many of you came to me after the show and asked how to participate as a comedian or how to write jokes, here's our workshop: *Date*：EVERY Wednesday *Hour*: 19:30-20:30 *Location*: Yellowsquare *La Capella* I will bring you to there from the bar.(If you're late, tell the receptionist you're here for the workshop and look for Delia, they'll tell you where are we) *Entrance fee*: 10€ (cash or paypal at site) *What*: zero bullshit workshop, within an hour I will let you know you can actually learn to be funny. Straight to the point, I'll bring you jokes writing structure and practice on different types of jokes to find which ones are your style, you'll have your jokes ready right after, and this is not the best part yet, *after the workshop you will get to perform at our show immediately at 21:00 to test out your jokes!* One minute on stage, take it or leave it, discover if comedy is your thing with fully prepared material. What if I don’t want to go on stage? Well, what would hurt to become funnier than you were?

**Basta libri. Basta corsi. Inizia a parlare!** Puoi leggere 100 libri sul public speaking, ma non imparerai mai finché **non sali su un palco**. The Xplorers Toastmasters Club Milano è proprio questo: una **palestra di Public speaking** bilingue (IT/EN) dove puoi metterti in gioco, sbagliare e migliorare. Che tu sia un manager, uno studente o semplicemente una persona che vuole vincere la paura di parlare in pubblico, questa è la serata giusta per te. **📅 COSA ASPETTARSI:** Toastmasters international è un'associazione nata negli Stati Uniti più di 100 anni fa. Ogni serata di ogni Club del mondo è strutturata in tre parti: 1. **Discorsi Preparati:** I nostri soci presentano discorsi su vari argomenti per allenare le loro skill (Storytelling, body language, struttura). 2. **Improvvisazione (Table Topics)\*:** Esercizi di improvvisazione per imparare a rispondere con sicurezza a ogni domanda. 3. **Valutazioni:** Ogni speaker riceve da un altro socio un feedback costruttivo per capire cosa ha fatto bene e cosa può migliorare. *\*Nota:* Anche gli ospiti possono provare a buttarsi, ma **solo se lo desiderano**. Nessuno ti forzerà! **📍 DOVE E QUANDO:** Ci troviamo allo Spazio OiT (Via Porpora 14, zona Loreto) ogni 1° e 3° mercoledì del mese. * Ore **19:00**: Networking e accoglienza. * Ore **19:15**: Inizio puntualissimo. **⚠️** **Per garantire un'esperienza di qualità, accettiamo solo 9 nuovi ospiti per ogni serata.** **Assicurati il tuo posto gratuito ora!** Ti aspettiamo!

Let's meet at the pub and enjoy the good company, over a drink and some food.😃 You can eat (everything you want at the buffet) and take 1 drink at the cost of 13 euros 🙃 or you can just drink at the cost of the drink 🙃 ☞ 🌍 INTERNATIONAL HAPPY HOUR IN MILAN ☞ 📆 ON WEDNESDAY STARTING FROM 7.30 pm ☞ 📍 NEXT BAR MILAN Meet new English-speaking friends who are studying, living or just visiting Milan... and have fun! I look forward to meeting you all! 😉 This event is also in facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/130192543665547/?ref=share and other networks, like couchsurfing 🙃, so there are always more people coming, not only the people listed here. 🙂 *** Next Bar - Via Crema, 7 - Milan (MM3 Porta Romana)

Per un periodo ho ignorato Claude Code perché, fuori dai test automatici, mi sembrava più un freno che un aiuto. Poi qualcosa è cambiato: oggi lo uso per praticamente tutto. Compresa questa descrizione 😅 👉 **Meetup gratuito** — registrazione obbligatoria 🕡 Doors open: 19:00 🕖 Talk start: 19:15 🧠 Di cosa parleremo * Come ho adattato Claude Code al mio modo di lavorare *Custom commands, skills e gli strumenti CLI che ormai considero indispensabili.* * Le cose che mi hanno fatto fare il salto di qualità *dai file CLAUDE.md scritti bene al vero utilizzo del Plan Mode.* * Gli errori da evitare all’inizio *Subagents vs Agent Teams, aspettative sbagliate e alcune lezioni imparate nel modo difficile.* 👤 Speaker **Michele Sangalli** è Software Engineer in Trustfull. Lavora principalmente con PHP, TypeScript e Python, si occupa spesso di AWS e architetture serverless ed è organizer del PUG Milano. 🎁 Durante la serata verrà estratta una licenza JetBrains All Products tra i partecipanti presenti. 🍕 Alla fine del meetup si chiude con pizza per tutti.

**Salita sulla Torre Branca, Apericena Social, Degustazione di vino, Cartomante e DJset** **\- JUST RELAX**, Mercoledì 17 Giugno alle 20,00 ti aspettiamo per una super serata sotto le stelle, un salottino a cielo aperto dove gustarsi un ottimo aperitivo e conoscere tante persone nuove. **A tutti i nostri ospiti regaleremo la salita sulla Torre Branca**, la celebre struttura progettata da Gio Ponti nel 1933, per poter ammirare dai suoi 108,60 metri di altezza una spettacolare vista panoramica a 360 gradi su Milano: dai principali monumenti cittadini ai moderni grattacieli dello skyline meneghino, fino al suggestivo momento in cui, al calare della sera, la città si illumina offrendo uno dei panorami più affascinanti del capoluogo lombardo. **Inoltre**, 1 degustazione di vino in omaggio, la possibilità di consultare il nostro cartomante, etc… **Il tutto nel nuovo estivo del Just Me di Milano** (in caso di maltempo staremo nella zona al coperto). Avremo una zona riservata per il nostro gruppo per fare tante nuove amicizie, conoscersi e passare una bella serata insieme a tanti amici nuovi. **Just Me Milano** Via Camoens, 2 – Milano **Info e prenotazioni:** **Prenotazione obbligatoria, manda un Whatsapp al 347/5686000** **scrivendo: 17just, il tuo nome, età + numero tuoi ospiti** P.S. La direzione del locale si riserva il diritto di selezione all’ingresso Per gli uomini: no maglietta e pantaloni corti o con strappi P.S. Parcheggio in convenzione a 200 m dal locale a 5€ tutta la notte con navetta A/R inclusa **JUST RELAX al JUST ME** **CON SALITA SULLA TORRE BRANCA** Mercoledì 17 Giugno 2026 dalle 20,00 alle 03,00 (all’ingresso dire: PRENOTAZIONE SCONOSCIUTI e nome indicato nella prenotazione) **Costo di 15 euro comprensivo di:** – ingresso – 1 drink – 1 degustazione di vino – Salita gratuita sulla Torre Branca (in caso di pioggia o forte maltempo, la Torre Branca rimarrà chiusa per evidenti ragioni di sicurezza) – grand buffet (aperitivo fino alle 22,30) – Dj set internazionale fino alle 05,00 – ZONA RISERVATA PER I TAVOLI DEL NOSTRO GRUPPO (fino alle 23,00) – presenza del Cartomante per chi desidera un consulto sul proprio futuro Se entri dalle 22,30 alla 01,00: – ingresso con 1 drink: 15,00€ \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* Vi aspettiamo numerosi!!!!! Mercoledì 17 Giugno 2026 ore 20,00 **Info e prenotazioni: Per poter partecipare alla serata:** **Prenotazione obbligatoria, manda un Whatsapp al 347/5686000** **scrivendo: 17just, il tuo nome, età + numero tuoi ospiti** P.S. La direzione del locale si riserva il diritto di selezione all’ingresso.

Hi, I’m **Ozzy**. I’ve been teaching yoga in Milan for 5 years, bringing together internationals and locals. **How to Join?** Add your name on Meetup. [Message me on WhatsApp](https://wa.me/393500966059?text=Hi%20I%20saw%20your%20weekend%20park%20yoga%20classes%20on%20Meetup%20and%20would%20like%20to%20join) to receive payment details: **Drop-in or discounted class packs available** Your spot is confirmed once payment is completed. **You can see the vibe of the classes here:** Instagram: @ozzyoga.milano **Wednesday Park Yoga in Sempione with Ozzy** Join us for a mindful yoga session in the park **Time:** 19:30 **Duration:** 60 minutes **Language:** English **Level:** All levels Beginner-friendly **Location:** Parco Sempione Exact meeting point will be shared via WhatsApp after booking **Pricing** **Drop-in:** €15 **2 classes:** €28 **4 classes:** €50 All prices are final. Invoices are available upon request. All packs are valid until the end of July Valid for all regular group classes (weekend & future weekday sessions) Packs can be used for classes as they are released on Meetup **Before you come** Bring your mat (or a towel), wear layers for changing weather, and consider water, sun cream, and insect spray. **Cancellation policy** – **More than 24 hours before:** Cancel directly on Meetup → no charge – **Up to 1 hour before the class:** Please message me on WhatsApp → your credit is kept – **Less than 1 hour before, no-show, or no notice:** The class is counted → no refund or credit (no exceptions) *If a class is cancelled due to weather or by the organizer, your credit will not be lost and can be used for another class.* **Safety & Notes** Please listen to your body and practice at your own pace. This class is not suitable for pregnant women. If you have any health concerns, please consult a doctor before joining. By attending, you take responsibility for your own practice. **About me** I’m Ozzy, a certified and Yoga Alliance registered yoga teacher. 👉 https://linktr.ee/ozzyoga.milano

Ti invitiamo a un nuovo MeetUp a **Monza**, organizzato dal nostro partner BlueIT in collaborazione con Wazuh. Partecipa a un’esclusiva round table dedicata al tema “*Ripensare il ruolo del SIEM nell’era dell’AI*”, pensata per offrire un confronto diretto e interattivo sui nuovi scenari della cybersecurity e dell’intelligenza artificiale. L’evento rappresenta un’opportunità unica per dialogare con Francesco Sartini in un contesto più ristretto e partecipativo, favorendo lo scambio di idee, esperienze e best practice tra professionisti del settore. Durante l’incontro, i partecipanti potranno approfondire il ruolo del SIEM nell’era dell’AI, condividere punti di vista con altri esperti e contribuire alla crescita della community Wazuh insieme a BlueIT. **Ti ricordiamo che i nostri eventi sono gratuiti e non è necessario registrare alcun metodo di pagamento.** **La registrazione avverrà qui: [https://2f8ofb.share-eu1.hsforms.com/2doFgHRHETraAapc6R6836g](https://2f8ofb.share-eu1.hsforms.com/2doFgHRHETraAapc6R6836g)**

La domenica ormai è appuntamento fisso per il nostro gruppo al Just me (ex Just Cavalli). Ci incontriamo alle 20:00 per socializzare al nostro tavolo riservato e gustare un ottimo buffet con la prima consumazione inclusa al costo di soli 10€. Alle 22:30 faremo un brindisi di prosecco offerto dagli organizzatori e chi vuole può rimanere a ballare. Serata dedicata a un pubblico di tutte le età, divertimento assicurato! È gradita conferma via whatsapp ai nostri numeri: Enrico 3930134920 melissa 3755058482

Cosa facciamo: Conversazione guidata (livello A2-C2) Numero minimo di partecipanti: 5 Ci troviamo nell'accogliente libreria Mamì, che offre anche la prima colazione. Per lezioni individuali di tedesco (solo online, EUR 60/h): www.italki.com/patricia *** Was wir machen: Angeleitete Konversation (Niveau A2-C2) Mindestteilnehmer: 5 Wir treffen uns in der schönen Buchhandlung Mamì, wo man auch frühstücken kann. Deutsch-Privatunterricht (online, ab 60 EUR/h): www.italki.com/patricia

Sabato ho il piacere di invitarvi all' inaugurazione estiva dell'aria club Ci troveremo all'Aria club in piazzale dello sport 14 milano zona san siro dalle 19,45. Gusteremo un ottimo aperitivo a buffet nella nostra area riservata al termine del quale, verso le 22,45 brinderemo con un ottimo spumante 🍾🎉 a seguire ci scateneremo con il dj set di musica revival e commerciale Costo serata 15€ tutto compreso per chi vuole c'è la possibilità di fare l'aperitivo open wine a 20€ (tutto il vino che si vuole fino alle 22,30) Gradita conferma via whatsapp per organizzare tutto al meglio Enrico 3930134920 melissa 3755058482

**Start February energized!** Open your eyes, heart and soul and lose yourself in the eyes of a stranger for one minute. Explore a sense of belonging within our community while enjoying a moment of connection with a fellow human being. ►𝗪𝗛𝗬 Explore and express who you are: A human being. 𝗧𝗿𝘆 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗹𝘆 𝗻𝗲𝘄 When someone approaches us on the street, sometimes there is an incentive to sell something in particular. Yet, in this event, you have the unique opportunity to experience how we connect with each other without any intention. Here, you can feel truly being seen and understood. Experience the joy of human connection. 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗳 𝗺𝘂𝗰𝗵 𝗯𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 Eye contact is a simple form of meditation that allows you to observe your thoughts and feelings with much more clarity. This so called awareness is your gateway to a joyful life. Experience a day full of curiosity, peace and presence. 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 For some of us, looking into the eyes of someone can be a difficult, daunting task. Yet it is proven that people looking into the eyes of others are perceived as more confident. This skill can be trained like a muscle. In other words, you are going to feel much more comfortable around other people. Learning this skill can be useful in holding a public speech, a company meeting, at dating or talking with your friends and family. 𝗕𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗱𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗲 𝗳𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗲𝘆𝗲 𝗴𝗮𝘇𝗲𝗿𝘀 Meet open-minded, positive people and connect with all kinds of them. Experience acceptance free of any judgement. Find a safe place where we see commonalities over differences. We are all part of the same family. 𝗕𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗴𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 Nowadays, we are glued to our phones and social media. We, almost by accident, learned to avoid contact with fellow human beings where the generation before us used to have conversations with strangers while riding the tram, bus or train. Many friendships and romantic relationships used to stem from these casual interactions in public life. Let’s solve the problem of the increasing sense of division, isolation and loneliness by coming together and be truly present and communicate with each other, verbally and non-verbally. ►𝗛𝗢𝗪 Choose someone, offer this person to sit in front of you and make yourself comfortable. Bring a blanket or something similar to comfortably sit down. Alternatively, you can do the eye gazing while standing. Look into each others eyes for a minute (or even longer). Enjoy the silence and observe what happens. Expect nothing, yet be open for everything. ►𝗪𝗛𝗔𝗧 The eye contact experiment is a beautiful and powerful experience that… • offers you to explore human connection through non-verbal communication. • can make your day, and for some people even change their life. • brings people together. ►𝗪𝗛𝗘𝗡 19th January, from 6:00pm until 8:00 pm. ►𝗪𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗘 Giardini Indro Montanelli Via Palestro, 14, 20121 Milano MI https://maps.app.goo.gl/BHc5ZRpMBBPZJ6iy5 Not sure where we are? Ask in our Whatsapp / Telegram group • Telegram: [https://t.me/+G4lENGEqlkIyZGM0](https://t.me/+G4lENGEqlkIyZGM0) • WhatsApp: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/BioB6ALayCLJOnOwKQvmJ8](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BioB6ALayCLJOnOwKQvmJ8) ►𝗪𝗛𝗔𝗧 𝗧𝗢 𝗕𝗥𝗜𝗡𝗚 • A blanket to sit on • Enough water to drink • Some snacks for the picknick afterwards ► **SUPPORT US** Love what we are doing? Support our movement to defeat loneliness and spread a sense of belonging and community through our unique experiences. We put a lot of love, care, attention, time and resources into our project for the benefit of everyone! Even with just 25, 10 or even 5 CHF you can make a difference. [https://buymeacoffee.com/socialfreedomcrew](https://buymeacoffee.com/socialfreedomcrew) ►𝗜𝗠𝗣𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗦𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 If you want to have a better picture about how this Event could be like, just watch the Videos from the following Links: [https://vimeo.com/190622917](https://vimeo.com/190622917) [https://youtu.be/EIlj5xtTYHE](https://youtu.be/EIlj5xtTYHE) [https://youtu.be/nFDeFo2aLmc](https://youtu.be/nFDeFo2aLmc) [https://youtu.be/hIq1v5KFN2c](https://youtu.be/hIq1v5KFN2c) ...or listen to this radio broadcast: [http://bit.ly/what_is_eye_gazing](http://bit.ly/what_is_eye_gazing)

A little time for you, your hands, and people who get your vibe. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll design and create your own pair of polymer clay earrings — playful, bold, or minimal, totally your call — and craft a resin jewelry dish for your nightstand, the perfect home for your everyday pieces. No experience needed. Just show up, slow down, and let your creativity do its thing. This is more than a workshop — it’s a space to meet like-minded women, share a relaxed moment, and reconnect with your creative side (the one that usually gets lost between to-do lists). We’ll guide you step by step, but you’ll have full freedom to experiment, mix colors, and create pieces that actually feel like you. And yes — there’s a little aperitivo, because good conversations (and good ideas) need fuel. What you’ll create: A pair of handmade polymer clay earrings A resin jewelry dish for your bedside or vanity Where: Kookie LAB Vibe: relaxed, creative, social (but not awkward) Come alone or bring a friend — either way, you won’t feel like the odd one out. ✨ All materials included ✨ Duration: 2 hours ✨ Language: English **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)

🍻 **Join Us for Tech Startups on the Terrace - Milan Edition!** 🍻 Hey there! 🌟 We have found a new location that suits out networking needs! Allora, we'd love for you to join us for our next edition of *Tech Startups in the Terrace*. The event is scheduled for **6 PM local Italian time**. The platform does not allow us to change the time zone, so we can only create events in GMT. Thus, you will see the invitation for 7 PM, but you definitely want to come earlier, since the place will be closed from 9-9:30 PM. It's a relaxed and refreshing evening at the **Porta Romana**, in a lovely **coworking space Open by Joivy**, and run by Volodymyr. We have been running for 3.5 years in London, and we are excited to now run our monthly events in Milan as well, welcoming new folks to the community. Whether you're a tech founder, an enthusiast, a budding entrepreneur, or simply curious about the tech scene, you'll fit right in. This isn't about panels or pitching, just good old-fashioned networking with like-minded people over a drink on a Thursday evening. **House Rules:** * Find Volodymyr to introduce yourself so we can welcome you properly. The place owners know we are coming, so you should be able to find us easily. * No hard selling or heavy pitching. This is a chill, friendly after-work get-together. * Not drinking? No worries! You're more than welcome to come hang out and enjoy the conversation. Mark your calendar and come down for some fun tech talk. See you there!

**Italiano** **Viviamo circondati da scelte**: cosa fare, chi essere, che posizione prendere su tutto. Eppure, **più alternative abbiamo, più spesso restiamo bloccati nell’indecisione**, nel rimuginio, nell\*’overthinking\*. In questo scenario, **la proposta di Jiddu Krishnamurti suona quasi scandalosa: una *consapevolezza senza scelta***, capace di vedere ciò che è, prima di ogni decisione, tecnica o metodo. In questo incontro **useremo il pensiero di Krishnamurti come filo rosso** per esplorare insieme cosa potrebbe significare, oggi **“vedere ciò che è” senza giudicare, senza selezionare, senza cercare di aggiustare tutto subito**. Partiremo da alcuni suoi passaggi su consapevolezza, osservatore/osservato, fine del conflitto interiore, ascoltandoli o leggendoli insieme e lasciando spazio al dialogo. Accanto alla voce di Krishnamurti, richiameremo anche **altri contributi su consapevolezza**: dalla mindfulness alla psicologia contemporanea, dalla consapevolezza emotiva e corporea alla ricerca di senso più esistenziale. Questo ci aiuterà a distinguere tra consapevolezza come “tecnica” e consapevolezza come modo di vedere e vivere. **L’incontro alternerà:** * una breve introduzione per chiarire cosa si intende per “consapevolezza senza scelta”; * ascolto/lettura di brani scelti; * qualche semplice esperienza guidata di osservazione (del corpo, dei pensieri, delle emozioni); * momenti di condivisione e dialogo aperto, in cui ciascuno potrà portare la propria esperienza con l’indecisione, il controllo, il bisogno di scegliere il “giusto”. **Alcune domande** che guideranno il nostro dialogo: * Cosa intendiamo, ciascuno di noi, quando diciamo “siamo consapevoli”? * In quali momenti della vita ci accorgiamo di essere bloccati dall’indecisione o dal rimuginio? * Che differenza c’è, per la nostra esperienza, tra “controllare” e “osservare”? * Cosa potrebbe voler dire, concretamente, fare un passo verso una “consapevolezza senza scelta” nella vita di tutti i giorni? Non serve conoscere già Krishnamurti, né avere esperienza di meditazione: basta curiosità e la disponibilità a guardare un po’ più da vicino il modo in cui normalmente ci osserviamo, giudichiamo, scegliamo. Nessuna esperienza precedente richiesta. Portate solo la vostra presenza e la disponibilità ad osservare senza giudicare e senza motivazioni. **Ingresso libero — posti limitati**. Confermate la partecipazione tramite Meetup. Ci vediamo il 18 giugno 2026 alle h. 18:30 da Otto; la consumazione presso il locale non è obbligatoria ma consigliata in quanto ospita il nostro evento. **English** **We live surrounded by choices**: what to do, who to be, what stance to take on almost everything. And yet, **the more options we have, the more often we get stuck in indecision**, in rumination, in overthinking. In this scenario\*\*, Jiddu Krishnamurti’s proposal sounds almost shocking: a *choiceless awareness*\*\*, the capacity to see what is, before any decision, technique, or method. In this meeting we will use **Krishnamurti’s thought as a guiding thread** to explore together what it might mean, today, **to “see what is” without judging, without selecting, without trying to fix everything right away**. We will start from some of his key passages on awareness, the observer and the observed, and the ending of inner conflict, listening to or reading them together and leaving room for dialogue. Alongside Krishnamurti’s voice, we will also bring in **other perspectives on awareness**: from mindfulness to contemporary psychology, from emotional and bodily awareness to a more existential search for meaning. This will help us distinguish between awareness as a “technique” and awareness as a way of seeing and living. **The meeting will alternate:** * a brief introduction to clarify what is meant by “choiceless awareness” * listening to/reading selected passages * some simple guided exercises of observation (of the body, thoughts, emotions) * moments of sharing and open dialogue, where everyone can bring their own experience with indecision, control, and the need to make the “right” choice **Some questions** that will guide our dialogue: * What do we each mean when we say “we are aware”? * In which moments of life do we notice we are stuck in indecision or rumination? * What is, in our experience, the difference between “controlling” and “observing”? * What could it concretely mean to take a step toward “choiceless awareness” in everyday life? You don’t need to know Krishnamurti already, nor have any experience with meditation: all that’s needed is curiosity and a willingness to look a little more closely at the way we usually observe, judge, and choose. No previous experience required. Just bring your presence and your willingness to observe without judging and without ulterior motives. **Free entry — limited seats**. Please confirm your participation through Meetup. See you at Otto on the 18th June 2026 at 18:30; buying a drink or snack at the venue is not mandatory but recommended, as the place is kindly hosting our event.

We're going to GameArena! We'll be in-person at the GameArena Gateway for our monthly COGG Prototype and Play event. Come to play and showcase your games! We're back in the upper levels of the catwalk area. It'll be packed with lots of camaraderie playing your game(s) and other's games on the 2nd floor. Light snacks and water provided but you can buy food and drinks at the bar (alcoholic drink ID required). [www.game-arena.co](http://www.game-arena.co/) **Attendees:** Don't have a game to show? Not a problem! All are welcomed and invited from all ages and backgrounds. The more we can have to play test our games is all the better! **Developers:** Do you have a game that you would like to get critical feedback on? Would you like an excuse to work on a game with other talented artists, programmers, musicians, designers, and writers? Digital, table-top, non-experienced developers, and the like are welcomed! We'll provide signage for your game to help others learn more about your work. Wifi, outlets, tables, and seats (though standing tables also) are available. Come to the Prototype and Play workshop to collaborate and meet local game developers for an evening of epic and raw game play fun! Play works-in-progress, show off your own game, work with others to add polish to a game, or even lend your talents to other fellow developers. For this event, light snacks from the bar and water will be provided! Though you can purchase you own if you like at the bar: [https://www.game-arena.co/menu](https://www.game-arena.co/menu) Can use South Garage at the Gateway with a $5 voucher on your way out. 75 E 11th Ave, Columbus, OH 43201 [https://maps.app.goo.gl/UwgveUYG37Jy7RtS9](https://maps.app.goo.gl/UwgveUYG37Jy7RtS9) If you have any questions or comments, as always, feel free to reach out to us at [info@thecogg.com!](http://info@thecogg.com!/)

## 🤝 Host Information A co-hosted event by ProductTank Columbus & Women in Product Columbus 💡 About the Workshop AI adoption is stalling across organizations — not because of a lack of motivation or tools, but because it's fundamentally a behavior design challenge. This hands-on workshop applies proven Behavior Design models and methods to help you move from a vague organizational wish to boost AI adoption to 3-5 concrete, testable interventions you can act on starting tomorrow. Whether you're a product manager, on a product team, or just someone trying to get AI to actually stick at work, you'll leave with a clear picture of what's worth focusing on, what to ignore, and how to drive real, sustained adoption — no guesswork required. 🛠️ What to Bring Laptop: Fully charged and ready to go. AI Assistant: Have your favorite AI assistant pulled up. (Dom will be using Claude, but feel free to use whichever assistant you prefer!) 🍕 Logistics & Perks Food & Drink: Pizza and drinks provided! Parking: Plenty of free spaces available on-site. ###

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!

We are bringing Microsoft Build sessions to Columbus Ohio! The Central Ohio Azure Meetup and Central Ohio .NET Developer's Group (CONDG) are coming together to bring some of the labs and breakouts from Microsoft Build to your backyard. In this free, 1 day event, you are going to Build stuff with us! And yes, there will be free food. Please RSVP via [Microsoft Build //localhost:columbus | Microsoft Reactor](https://developer.microsoft.com/en-us/reactor/events/27247/).

## 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

**Important time note:** Please plan on arriving between 5:30 and 6:00 as the elevators lock after 6 and you'll need to message us and we'll need to come get you. The building address is 4450 Bridge Park The entrance is 6620 Mooney St, Suite 400 You will need to scan your ID at the door to get a visitor badge. **Abstract** *Customize the IDE: Building Extensions for Visual Studio Code* Visual Studio Code is one of the most widely used development environments today, and much of its flexibility comes from its extension ecosystem. Extensions allow developers to customize the editor with new features, integrations, and workflow improvements tailored to their needs. In this session, we’ll cover what extensions are and the different types available, including full extensions written in TypeScript or JavaScript, along with lighter-weight extensions such as color themes, language packs, language support, code snippets, and keymaps. We’ll also look at practical reasons a developer might create an extension, from automating repetitive tasks to adding custom tooling. The session includes a hands-on walkthrough of creating a new extension, testing it locally, and understanding the basic project structure. We’ll close with a brief overview of how extensions are packaged and published to the Visual Studio Marketplace and other distribution options. **YouTube Link** TBD

Columbus Code & Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. People of all skill levels attend, and we love it that way. Many people (optionally) bring projects to work on, and many other people (optionally) socialize the entire time. It's entirely up to you! **What to Expect at the Intro Circle** \~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~ Near the beginning of the event (1:30 pm), we do a standup: * Organizer announcements, updates, and logistics Round 1 - (7 secs max): * Your name * What you're working on * What you can help others with Round 2: * Community events you wanna plug. If none, that's cool too. Round 3: * Job opportunities you're hiring for OR announce that you are looking for one. If none, that's cool. After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized! Feel free to work alone, pair up, attend one of our workshops/presentations, or mingle!