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# [Gruppo di biliardo pool/carambola amatoriale e mini-tornei](https://www.meetup.com/gruppo-di-biliardo-pool-carambola-amatoriale-e-mini-tornei/)
[Milano, MI, Italy](https://www.meetup.com/find/it--mi--milano/)
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## What we’re about
Buongiorno a tutti. Sono proprietario di un bar e dispongo di un tavolo da biliardo semi-professionale. Sto creando un gruppo WhatsApp di giocatori amatoriali di biliardo americano pool/carambola, per la maggior parte debuttanti. Cerco persone disposte a unirsi al gruppo per giocare e divertirsi nel tempo libero, il pomeriggio oppure la sera in ogni giorno. Per stimolare l'impegno di ogni giocatore, abbiamo pattuito che il vincitore di ogni "mini-torneo" organizzato nei vari giorni giochi gratis e non paghi la tariffa di tempo per il periodo di gioco (un'ora di gioco costa 10€, ma viene di volta in volta frazionata in base al periodo di gioco effettivo). Il locale si trova in zona nord di Milano, stazione Greco-Pirelli, università Bicocca. Chiunque dovesse essere davvero interessato a partecipare e unirsi al mio gruppo, non esiti a contattarmi. Cerco persone serie e disposte solamente a divertirsi, senza puntare mazzette grazie mille.
Antonio
Sound Bath 🎶
📍**Location:** Spazio M12, via Melzi d'Eril 12 (5 walking minutes from Tram at Arco della Pace)
✨**What awaits you?** A deeply relaxing, meditative experience, where you are immersed in soothing sounds and vibrations created by instruments like Tibetan singing bowls, chimes and drums.
You simply lie down, close your eyes and let the waves of sound wash over you. The session begins with gentle breathing before the music gradually unfolds, guiding you into a state of relaxation and inner stillness. The vibrations resonate through your body, helping release tension, quiet the mind and restore balance. Many people experience deep relaxation, mindfulness, emotional release or even a sense of timelessness.
**🌟Facilitators:**
Stefanie – Yoga teacher & Sound Bath facilitator
🪷**Contributio:** €20 (Paypal)
📩**Booking required:** Sign up here or message me via WhatsApp (+39)3294852962 to confirm your booking.
👉 Please note: Don't worry, if you don’t see many participants confirmed here, the event is also shared through other channels and there will be a warm group welcoming you.
Classi settimanali di Yoga e Somatica a Milano✨🌿
Dalle 19:00 alle 20:00
per un’ora entrerai in uno spazio solo tuo✨
In cui fare esperienza del tuo corpo guidata da pratiche yoga inclusive per tutt* e somatiche per contattarti profondamente ai tuoi bisogni e al tuo ritmo🫀
INAUGURAZIONE MOLTO CLUB 🔥
Questo venerdì inaugura il bellissimo locale estivo MOLTO CLUB, la stella della Brianza che brillerà per tutta l'estate 2025
Il venerdì ci troviamo alle 20:30 per gustare un ottimo aperitivo in compagnia a 17 euro.
Dalle 22 si può entrare in lista Energy al costo di 15 euro uomo e 12 euro donna per chi non riesce ad arrivare all'aperitivo.
Si ballerà musica revival anni 80/90 e commerciale 🎊🎉
target età 30/40/50 ma l'evento è comunque aperto a tutti!
Avremo la zona riservata tutta la sera!
Gradita conferma via whatsapp
Enrico 3930134920
Venerdì 15/05/20: Il Chupito dell’ Amore – Aperitivo e DJset al The BEACH Milano
**Venerdì 15 Maggio 2026 ci ritroviamo per l’evento: Il Chupito dell’ Amore,** una fantastica serata dedicata ai nuovi incontri, ai single ed alle nuove amicizie al The Beach Milano. Un Grand Buffet, una bella serata, bella musica e bella gente.
**All’ingresso riceverai una carta che ti servirà per fare match** con chi avrà la carta corrispondente alla tua. **Tutte le coppie che si formeranno vinceranno un Chupito**, e chissà se il Chupito dell’Amore darà inizio ad una nuova ed interessante conoscenza!
Avremo una zona con tavoli riservati per il nostro gruppo dove potersi gustare un ottimo aperitivo in compagnia di persone nuove, socializzando e facendo nuove amicizie… E a seguire DJset revival commerciale
**The Beach Milano**
Via Corelli, 62 (ingresso da via Taverna) Milano
**Info e prenotazioni:**
**Prenotazione obbligatoria, manda un Whatsapp al 347/5686000**
scrivendo: 15beach, il tuo nome, età + numero tuoi ospiti
P.S.
La direzione del locale si riserva il diritto di selezione all’ingresso
uomini no maglietta e pantaloni corti o con strappi
**Il Chupito dell’ Amore**
**al THE BEACH**
**Venerdì 15 Maggio 2026**
**dalle 21,00 alle 05,00**
(all’ingresso dire: PRENOTAZIONE SCONOSCIUTI e nome indicato nella prenotazione)
**Costo di 15 euro comprensivo di:**
– 1 drink
– Grand Buffet (aperitivo fino alle 22,30)
– DJset fino a tardi
– zona riservata con tavoli d’appoggio fino alle 00,00
**Se entri dopo le 00,00 fino alle 00,30:**
– ingresso con una consumazione: 25€
\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*
Vi aspettiamo numerosi!!!!!
Venerdì 15 Maggio 2026 ore 21,00
Info e prenotazioni: Per poter partecipare alla serata:
Prenotazione obbligatoria, manda un Whatsapp al 347/5686000
scrivendo: 15beach, il tuo nome, età + numero tuoi ospiti
P.S.
La direzione del locale si riserva il diritto di selezione all’ingresso.
Aperitivo di girls navigli 🌸💗
Grupo di wsp https://chat.whatsapp.com/CvspAJQRTi4IJQSndiAcKv?mode=gi_t
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Passeggiata al Parco dell'Idroscalo - Walk in Idroscalo Park
ITALIANO
Evento gratuito
Ciao a tutti, questa volta vi propongo una passeggiata al Parco dell'Idroscalo. Il parco ha una superficie di 80 ettari, si estende intorno al lago artificiale dell'Idroscalo ed è situato nelle vicinanze dell'Aeroporto di Milano-Linate.
L'Idroscalo è un polo di attività sportive e ricreative: ogni anno vengono organizzati numerosi spettacoli, festival e concerti.
Dopo la passeggiata, per chi vuole, possiamo bere qualcosa o fare aperitivo.
Ci troveremo all'uscita della metro blu Linate M4 (uscita 'Aeroporto').
Programma
Ore 15.30-15.40: Raduno dei partecipanti
Ore 15.45: Partenza
Vi aspetto!
Trovate altre info sui gruppi Telegram e Facebook:
Telegram:
https://t.me/+ImpLzLM9vRcyODQ8
Facebook:
https://m.facebook.com/groups/1185913102643016/?ref=share
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ENGLISH
Free event
Hi all, this time I propose a walk in Idroscalo Park. This Park has an area of 80 hectares, it extends around Idroscalo artificial lake and it is located near Milan-Linate airport.
The Idroscalo is a pole of sporting and recreational activities: every year numerous shows, festivals and concerts are organized.
After the walk, if you want, we can have a drink or happy hour.
We will meet at the exit of Linate M4 Station of the blue subway ('Airport' exit).
Program
3.30-3.40pm: Meeting
3.45pm: Departure
See you!
You can find other info on Telegram and Facebook groups:
Telegram:
https://t.me/+ImpLzLM9vRcyODQ8
Facebook:
https://m.facebook.com/groups/1185913102643016/?ref=share
TREK IN LIGURIA (non al mare). PARCO DELL'AVETO. MONTE PENNA 1736 m (GE)
**Dom 17 Mag 2026**
**TREK IN LIGURIA (non al mare). PARCO DELL'AVETO. MONTE PENNA 1736 m (GE)**
\- Lunghezza: 15 km
\- Dislivello: 850 m
\- Difficoltà: Medio alta \(tratti esposti con catene\)
\- Pranzo al sacco
Il trek è in prov. di Genova, a 150 km da Milano.
Iscrizione [https://t.me/TrekMI/82455](https://t.me/TrekMI/82455)
Youtube https://youtu.be/E-CzGHBMFMs
**LUOGO DI RITROVO**
Per sapere il luogo di ritrovo, cliccare sul link Iscrizione.
Si apre una chat Telegram che contiene tutte le informazioni.
**GRATUITÀ**
Tutti i trek sono gratuiti
**CHI SIAMO**
Ogni weekend portiamo in montagna 100 persone. Siamo la più grande associazione escursionista d'Italia
[https://t.me/TrekMI](https://t.me/TrekMI)
**COME RAGGIUNGERE LA FELICITÀ**
con la filosofia TTP
[https://t.me/TrekMI/79617](https://t.me/TrekMI/79617)
.
TREK IN VAL SERIANA. VAL VERTOVA 1506 m (BG)
**Dom 17 Mag 2026**
**TREK IN VAL SERIANA. VAL VERTOVA 1506 m (BG)**
\- Lunghezza: 15 km
\- Dislivello: 1050 m
\- Difficoltà: Media
\- Pranzo al sacco
Il trek è in prov. di Bergamo, a 70 km da Milano.
Iscrizione [https://t.me/TrekMI/82448](https://t.me/TrekMI/82448)
Youtube https://youtu.be/ncmMhva39d4
**LUOGO DI RITROVO**
Per sapere il luogo di ritrovo, cliccare sul link Iscrizione.
Si apre una chat Telegram che contiene tutte le informazioni.
**GRATUITÀ**
Tutti i trek sono gratuiti
**CHI SIAMO**
Ogni weekend portiamo in montagna 100 persone. Siamo la più grande associazione escursionista d'Italia
[https://t.me/TrekMI](https://t.me/TrekMI)
**COME RAGGIUNGERE LA FELICITÀ**
con la filosofia TTP
[https://t.me/TrekMI/79617](https://t.me/TrekMI/79617)
.
PARTY ANNI 90
**FARINAMI sabato 16 maggio**
**PARTY ANNI 90**
**Ti sblocco un ricordo ..**
**Sali sulla macchina del tempo e torniamo ragazzini come una volta negli anni 90 😍**
**Avrai dei GADGET per la grande festa più pazza di Milano, scatenati come piace a te**
**Start ore 20:00 con un ottimo buffet più drink 20€ fino alle 22:30**
**Dopo le 22:30 entrata 15€**
**Entrata in LISTA ELIO**
**EVENTO PERFETTO PER NUOVI INCONTRI**
**Musica Dj set si BALLA tutta la notte 🤩mentre balleremo sarai omaggiato di un GADGET A SORPRESA**
**X parcheggiare c’è uno spazio ampio fatto a lisca di pesce in VIA FRATELLI BANDIERA a 200 MT dal locale**
**Farinami via Nino bixio 1 Sesto San Giovanni**
**Come arrivare? Clicca il link qui sotto**
**https://maps.app.goo.gl/6yymPBT1yKwinMxp8?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**
TREK IN VAL BREMBANA. LAGO VALMORA 1750 m (BG)
**Dom 17 Mag 2026**
**TREK IN VAL BREMBANA. LAGO VALMORA 1750 m (BG)**
\- Lunghezza: 14 km
\- Dislivello: 800 m
\- Difficoltà: Media
\- Pranzo al sacco\.
Il trek è in prov. di Bergamo, a 94 km da Milano.
Iscrizione [https://t.me/TrekMI/82451](https://t.me/TrekMI/82451)
Youtube https://www.youtube.com/shorts/tnXSmhPy8Mc
**LUOGO DI RITROVO**
Per sapere il luogo di ritrovo, cliccare sul link Iscrizione.
Si apre una chat Telegram che contiene tutte le informazioni.
**GRATUITÀ**
Tutti i trek sono gratuiti
**CHI SIAMO**
Ogni weekend portiamo in montagna 100 persone. Siamo la più grande associazione escursionista d'Italia
[https://t.me/TrekMI](https://t.me/TrekMI)
**COME RAGGIUNGERE LA FELICITÀ**
con la filosofia TTP
[https://t.me/TrekMI/79617](https://t.me/TrekMI/79617)
.
UnaMas Latin Saturday – Salsa, Bachata & Shows!
**🇮🇹 𝙐𝙉𝘼𝙈𝘼𝙎 𝙎𝙋𝙀𝙏𝙏𝘼𝘾𝙊𝙇𝘼𝙍𝙀** 💛
📅 **Ogni sabato** \- Salsa & Bachata 360° 🎶🔥
🔸 **22:00** Stage o gare in preserata 🎭
🔸 **Durante la serata** Show spettacolari! ✨
🔸 **Tavolo Campus Latino riservato** – Dillo all’ingresso! 🎁
📍 **Location:** UnaMas Club, Via Adamello 21 - Bareggio (MI)
🎟️ **Evento a pagamento**
⚠ **IMPORTANTE**: Ricordati di compilare il modulo di adesione all’UnaMas prima di venire! La tessera è **gratuita ma obbligatoria** 👉 [www.unamasclub.it/tesseramento](http://www.unamasclub.it/tesseramento)
📲 **Unisciti al nostro gruppo WhatsApp** per restare aggiornato e organizzare passaggi in auto! 👉 [https://chat.whatsapp.com/K9c3dd5Hd2t2uhgbF9rauQ](https://chat.whatsapp.com/K9c3dd5Hd2t2uhgbF9rauQ)
**🇬🇧** **𝙐𝙉𝘼𝙈𝘼𝙎 𝙎𝙋𝙀𝙏𝙏𝘼𝘾𝙊𝙇𝘼𝙍𝙀** 💛
📅 **Every Saturday** \- Salsa & Bachata 360° 🎶🔥
🔸 **10:00 PM** Pre-party stages or dance competitions 🎭
🔸 **During the night** Spectacular dance shows! ✨
🔸 **Reserved table for Campus Latino** – Mention it at the entrance! 🎁
📍 **Location:** UnaMas Club, Via Adamello 21 - Bareggio (MI)
🎟️ **Paid event**
⚠ **IMPORTANT**: Register for your UnaMas membership before coming! It’s **free but mandatory** 👉 [www.unamasclub.it/tesseramento](http://www.unamasclub.it/tesseramento)
📲 **Join our WhatsApp group** to stay updated and arrange carpooling! 👉 [https://chat.whatsapp.com/K9c3dd5Hd2t2uhgbF9rauQ](https://chat.whatsapp.com/K9c3dd5Hd2t2uhgbF9rauQ)
TREK IN EMILIA ROMAGNA. PIETRA PARCELLARA 836 m (PC)
**Dom 17 Mag 2026**
**TREK IN EMILIA ROMAGNA. PIETRA PARCELLARA 836 m (PC)**
\- Lunghezza: 10 km
\- Dislivello: 720 m
\- Difficoltà: Media \(tratto finale EE\)
\- Pranzo al sacco\.
Il trek è in prov. di Piacenza, a 100 km da Milano.
Iscrizione [https://t.me/TrekMI/82438](https://t.me/TrekMI/82438)
Youtube https://youtu.be/_hoC3zOQb3w
**LUOGO DI RITROVO**
Per sapere il luogo di ritrovo, cliccare sul link Iscrizione.
Si apre una chat Telegram che contiene tutte le informazioni.
**GRATUITÀ**
Tutti i trek sono gratuiti
**CHI SIAMO**
Ogni weekend portiamo in montagna 100 persone. Siamo la più grande associazione escursionista d'Italia
[https://t.me/TrekMI](https://t.me/TrekMI)
**COME RAGGIUNGERE LA FELICITÀ**
con la filosofia TTP
[https://t.me/TrekMI/79617](https://t.me/TrekMI/79617)
.
Data Lakes Events Near You
Connect with your local Data Lakes community
Building Scalable Customer Identity Resolution Pipelines on AWS Using AI
Customer identity resolution becomes increasingly complex as organizations scale across multiple systems, regions, and data formats. Traditional rule-based approaches often fail to keep up with data variability, require constant manual tuning, and struggle with real-time processing needs.
This session presents a practical approach to building a scalable identity resolution pipeline using AWS services and modern AI techniques. The architecture combines data ingestion through Amazon S3 and AWS Glue, transformation pipelines using Spark on EMR, and machine learning models deployed via SageMaker for entity matching and standardization. Graph-based relationship modeling is implemented using Amazon Neptune to improve resolution accuracy by incorporating household and shared attribute context.
We will walk through how machine learning models can be used for name and address normalization, how intelligent blocking strategies improve matching efficiency, and how feedback loops can be introduced to continuously improve accuracy. The session also highlights how serverless components such as AWS Lambda can be used for orchestration and real-time processing.
**SPEAKER BIO**
Mosaic Syed is a Senior Data Engineering and Cloud Solutions Architect with over 20 years of experience designing and delivering scalable, secure, and high-performance data solutions across global enterprise environments.
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mosaic-basha-syed-92300856
**CALL FOR SPEAKERS**
Learn more: [https://www.awscolumbus.com/get-involved/](https://www.awscolumbus.com/get-involved/)
**THANK YOU** *VEEAM* for hosting our meetup! To learn more about *Veeam*, please visit their website: [https://www.veeam.com/](https://www.veeam.com/)
**DIRECTIONS**
8800 Lyra Dr #450 · Columbus, OH
go to 4th floor.
**Want to sponsor the pizza and/or bar tab?**
Please contact me if you would like to sponsor this meetup's pizza and/or bar tab: angelo@mandato.com
Best Practices for Building a Reliable Lakehouse
**Abstract:** This is a practical playbook for building a production-grade data lakehouse. It walks through foundational principles — naming conventions, least-privilege access, automated CI/CD testing — before diving into medallion architecture. Furthermore, metadata-driven design patterns show how configuration tables and dynamic notebook orchestration eliminates hard-coded pipelines. The deck covers star schema modeling, guidance on choosing between Spark, Pandas, and SQL, and data quality enforcement using DQX with YAML data contracts. Finally, we dive into security best practices and performance optimizations.
**Host:** Justin Shea, Mehdi Jeddi, Erik Pak, and Sou-Cheng Choi
**Talk Format:** This is a hybrid event. To attend online, join us on Zoom here at 6pm:
https://iit-edu.zoom.us/j/89379230295?pwd=NdETyE5sdYuSrvsrBZXSBFkUESBVkg.1
Meeting ID: 893 7923 0295
Passcode: 5t5WYn
**Sponsor:** Adyen, UIC College of Business, and PyData Chicago co-host this event. UIC will provide the meeting site. Adyen will sponsor pizza and soft drinks for the onsite participants.
**Address:** University of Illinois - Chicago, Douglass Hall, Room 220, 705 S Morgan St, Chicago, IL 60607
**Logistics:** “UIC Douglass Hall” is recognized on Google Maps, which can guide you through campus. Once you arrive, proceed to the second floor, room number 220
TBD
**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**
TBD
**YouTube Link**
TBD
Quarterly Community Gathering
Join the Columbus AI community for our quarterly gathering — a casual, community-focused evening where everyone has a chance to share, learn, and connect. These open mic–style events give anyone in the community up to **5 minutes** to present a project, share a tool, pose a question, or offer a perspective on the evolving AI space.
No slides required — just a welcoming space to exchange ideas and keep the local AI conversation moving.
If you’d like to take the stage, message \*\*Chris (the organizer)\*\*with a **title and short description** of what you’d like to share.
Whether you’re deep in the field or just getting curious, come connect with others building and exploring AI in Columbus.
Sponsored by [Transform Labs](https://www.linkedin.com/company/transformlabs/)
Sign up also accessible via [Transform Labs Luma](https://luma.com/transformlabshq)
Level One Tuesdays (Bachata & Salsa Dance Lessons)
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Salsamante Dance Academy will be at Swerve Every Tuesday Night to share the Rhythm & Energy of Bachata & Salsa.
These are Beginner Level lessons to get you comfortable and understand the two dances. Spread the Good News to all.
Swerve Dance & Fitness Complex
640 Lakeview Plaza Blvd A, Worthington, OH 43085
Bachata 7pm-8pm
Salsa 8pm-9pm
$15 - One Lesson
$20 - Both Lessons
Trails & Ales! Blendon Woods Metro Park / Forbidden Root Restaurant & Brewery
**History**
The history of [Blendon Woods Metro Park](https://www.metroparks.net/parks-and-trails/blendon-woods/) began long before its 1951 opening, rooted in a landscape of rugged ridges and deep ravines that made the land unsuitable for traditional farming. In 1945, a report proposing a metropolitan park system for Franklin County specifically highlighted these cliffs of Bedford Shale as some of the "wildest land in the vicinity". Following this recommendation, the recently formed park district purchased the first 229 acres in early 1949. Because the terrain was so uneven, developers had to cut a mile-and-a-half-long roadway through dense woods just to bring in heavy equipment. This initial preservation effort ensured that the mature second-growth hardwood forests remained largely untouched by the urban expansion spreading toward Westerville.
Opening day arrived on Labor Day, September 3, 1951, marking Blendon Woods as the second park in the Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks system. The final push to open was a frantic race; the State Highway Department only finished the primary gravel access road four days before the gates opened. Early staff members, consisting of just four full-time employees, had to hand-dig pit toilets and learn construction skills on the fly to build the first picnic shelters. Despite the dusty conditions and limited facilities, the park was an immediate success, drawing massive crowds from across Central Ohio. By the end of the 1950s, annual visitation had already climbed to over 190,000 people.
As the surrounding suburbs grew in the 1960s, the park faced severe overcrowding that threatened its natural habitats. In response, Franklin County voters passed the first Metro Parks levy in 1960, providing the funds necessary for a decade of steady expansion. During this era, the park nearly doubled in size, growing from 264 acres to over 570 acres by 1968. Planners also addressed a critical water shortage by collaborating with the U.S. Soil and Conservation Service to build a lake in 1964. This body of water originally served as a temporary reservoir before its role shifted toward conservation and wildlife support.
The 1970s marked a transition toward the specialized wildlife and educational focus for which the park is known today. In 1971, the Walden Waterfowl Refuge was established around the 11-acre Thoreau Lake, creating a sanctuary that remains restricted to provide a quiet habitat for migratory birds. A formal nature center was also developed during this period, expanding on the guided Sunday walks that had been a park staple since the early 1950s. The park’s famous "Monarch Mansion" also became a prominent fixture, starting a long tradition of raising and releasing thousands of monarch butterflies each September. These initiatives cemented the park’s reputation as a premier destination for birders and nature enthusiasts.
In more recent decades, Blendon Woods has continued to modernize while maintaining its wilderness character. The 10-acre Natural Play Area was added in 2017, encouraging kids to explore the ravines and woods off-trail. This was followed by the opening of a $1.5 million inclusive playground in April 2025, designed to accommodate children of all physical abilities. The nature center also underwent major renovations to include immersive, three-dimensional exhibits and a new butterfly house. Today, the park encompasses 653 acres, preserving a unique geologic and biological corridor amidst the bustling Westerville and Northeast Columbus area.
**Map of the Park**
Here is a map of [Blendon Woods](https://www.metroparks.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/BLN_map_Inclusive-Playground-and-Butterfly-Trail_May-2025_1980px.png).
**Summary**
For this event, we will hike the Lake View, Hickory Ridge, Ripple Rock, Overlook, Brookside, and Sugarbush Trails. This sounds like a lot, but it will really be only a little over five miles. Blendon Woods has a few hills here and there, but it's not one of the more strenuous metro parks.
**Where We'll Meet**
We'll meet just in front of the Nature Center. This is about a mile into the park from the main entrance. You have to go past the Ranger Station and the Shadblow Reservable Area to get to it, so don't stop too early at the Ranger Station and get it confused with the Nature Center.
**After the Hike**
Afterward, we will head over to [Forbidden Root Restaurant & Brewery](https://forbiddenroot.com/restaurants/columbus-ohio/) at Easton for [drinks](https://forbiddenroot.com/restaurants/columbus-ohio/#dinner-menu) and [food](https://forbiddenroot.com/wp-content/uploads/Cbus-Food.pdf). We should be there by 5 if you can't make the hike and just want to join us for drinks.
The brewery's actual address is [4080 Worth Ave, Columbus, OH 43219](https://www.google.com/maps/place/4080+Worth+Ave,+Columbus,+OH+43219/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x88388a86d10b6619:0x4d42b470a5cf11d3?sa=X&ved=1t:242&ictx=111); however, I recommend pointing your GPS to the [Worth Garage](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Worth+Garage/@40.0542293,-82.9137962,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x88388b4df6082825:0x17582f0eccd9dda1!8m2!3d40.0542293!4d-82.9137962!16s%2Fg%2F11rzfvvv8b?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDQxNS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D) across the street. Parking in this garage is free as long as you're not on the first floor, and it is literally right next to the brewery.
COhPy Monthly Meeting
**Improving Office in Franklinton**
Physical location:
Improving Office
330 Rush Alley Suite #150
Columbus, OH 43215
Schedule:
6:00 p.m.: Socialize, eat, and drink. Improving will be providing pizza and beverages.
6:30 to 8:00 pm. Main meeting and presentation(s).
Topic: This month John Lairson will share a notebook describing the Alpaca (Paper) Trading API and discuss different algorithms for evaluating stock trades.
We meet on the last Monday of each Month. Presentations are given by members and friends of this group. If you would like to do a presentation (small or large) on a python topic, please contact Central OH Python at centralohpython@gmail.com





















