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The new year is almost here, and it’s the perfect moment to slow down and gather around the table again. Whether you’re in Milan for the holidays or back in town, join us at Draft Milano for an easygoing evening where the focus stays on having fun rather than winning. Whether you are a regular or joining for the first time, you are very welcome. 🎯 WHAT TO EXPECT **A Huge Game Library**: Draft has something for every type of player, from fast and silly party games to longer strategy games. You can also bring your own favorites if you want to share them. **A Friendly Community**: Our group includes locals, internationals, newcomers, and regulars. Everyone is welcome, whether you come alone or with friends. **No Experience Needed**: We help form groups and explain rules, so you can jump right in even if you have never played a game before. 🗓️ KEY DETAILS 📍 **Where**: Draft Milano, Viale Misurata 9, 20146 Milano MI 🗓 **When**: Saturday, 27 December 2025 ⏰ **Time**: 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM 💰 **Cost**: Free to attend. You only pay for any food or drinks you order RSVP to save your spot and join us for Chapter 16 of The Milan Playground 🎲

Inauguriamo il nuovo sabato adulto di Milano e dintorni con ricco buffet e musica commerciale a 360°. Tavolo riservato con posto a sedere, ingresso con prima consumazione e buffet 20€. Ampio parcheggio gratuito nei dintorni del locale. Consigliato per un età compresa tra 30 e 60 anni. Gradita la conferma ai nostri numeri Enrico 3930134920 melissa 3755058482

Are you ready to meet new people, practice your spoken english and spanish, have a drink and enjoy the evening in a different way? Let's meet up at 19.00 at Pacino cafè for aperitivo, cocktails and for a new evening together !!! Every Saturday night other groups from meetup, tablo and Instagram are coming and with them you will have the possibility of interacting in English, Italian and Spanish 💯 Therefore the number of participants you see registered here is only one part that is coming just from this group 🤩 To find out exactly how many we are, you can contact the organizers a few hours before the event 💌 Aperitivo euro 11 Siete pronti a conoscere nuove persone, conversare in inglese e spagnolo, bere qualcosa e godervi la serata in modo diverso? Ci vediamo alle 19:00 al Pacino cafè per un aperitivo con cocktail e per una nuova serata insieme!!! Ogni sabato sera si uniranno altri gruppi di meetup, tablo e Instagram, con i quali avrete la possibilità di interagire in inglese, italiano e spagnolo 💯 Pertanto, il numero di partecipanti che vedete registrati qui è solo una parte, ossia quelli che provengono solo da questo gruppo 🤩 Per scoprire esattamente quanti siamo, potete contattare gli organizzatori qualche ora prima dell'evento 💌 Aperitivo euro 11

**📌 THE PLAN** Christmas is technically over, but the vibes (and the sugar) are still here. This is a self-organized meetup to hit the ["Villaggio delle Meraviglie"](https://villaggiodellemeraviglie.com/?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=21871321111&gbraid=0AAAAAqUS4BGzMUXOQSEA61JzxAWluF_In&gclid=CjwKCAiAmKnKBhBrEiwAaqAnZxgT0vnVvdENMUvtNMnj4KHuKZb_4GAplyKPDbGXS5klSigt8uo3eBoCivcQAvD_BwE). The goal is to skate (badly), drink hot Vin Brulé, and meet new people without the holiday stress. **HOW IT WORKS (Read Carefully)** 1. Meet at 4:30 PM outside the main entrance of Giardini Indro Montanelli (Corso Venezia / Bastioni di Porta Venezia side). 2. Choose your fighter: Once gathered, decide as a group whether to brave the ice skating queue or just grab a drink and watch others fall. **📌 IMPORTANT: NO HOST, YOUR RULES** This event is community-led. The Meetup team is not present. * You MUST join the WhatsApp group to coordinate. * Real Talk: If the WhatsApp chat is silent on Saturday afternoon, assume the event is not happening. Speak up to make it happen. **📌 JOIN HERE** 1. **RSVP on Meetup.** 2. Join the[ ](https://chat.whatsapp.com/F1j1333u35aFmjYHrUOyGx)**[WhatsApp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/F1j1333u35aFmjYHrUOyGx)** <--- Mandatory to find the group. 3. **Update your RSVP** if you change your mind.

Inauguriamo il nuovo sabato adulto di Milano e dintorni con ricco buffet e musica commerciale a 360°. Tavolo riservato con posto a sedere, ingresso con prima consumazione e buffet 20€. Ampio parcheggio gratuito nei dintorni del locale. Consigliato per un età compresa tra 30 e 60 anni. Gradita la conferma ai nostri numeri Enrico 3930134920 melissa 3755058482

**📌THE PLAN** Sick of lasagna and leftovers? This is a self-organized dinner to get some hot Ramen and escape the Christmas food coma. The Goal: Meet new people, eat good food, zero stress. **HOW IT WORKS (Read Carefully)** Meet at 8:00 PM in front of Ravioleria Sarpi (Via Paolo Sarpi 27).Decide together: Once gathered, the group picks a nearby Ramen spot (Chinatown is full of them) and goes to eat. **📌IMPORTANT: NO HOST, NO RULES** This event is community-led. The Meetup team is not present. You MUST join the WhatsApp group to coordinate. Real Talk: If the WhatsApp chat is silent on Saturday afternoon, assume the event is not happening. Speak up to make it happen. **📌JOIN HERE** 1. **RSVP on Meetup.** 2. Join the **[WhatsApp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/LocRsqMlfXs2glwHW4CzVc)**[ ](https://chat.whatsapp.com/LocRsqMlfXs2glwHW4CzVc)<--- Mandatory to find the group. 3. **Update your RSVP** if you change your mind.

### 🇬🇧 English **Join the Monza Get in Shape Meetup Group** for a fun and energizing **Outdoor Fitness Boot Camp** in the beautiful Monza Park! Each week, our experienced trainer will guide you through dynamic, full-body exercises designed to boost your fitness, support weight loss, and help you feel stronger and more confident. This meetup is also a unique opportunity to **practice and improve your English while training**. The sessions are led in English, making it a fun and active way to learn the language in a real-life setting. Open to **all fitness and language levels**, this boot camp is the perfect chance to: * Challenge yourself with new workouts * Practice English in a natural, supportive environment * Connect with like-minded people * Enjoy the fresh air and beautiful surroundings of Monza Park Bring your workout gear, water, and a positive mindset — we’ll handle the rest! Together, we’ll sweat, learn, and grow towards a healthier lifestyle. *** ### 🇮🇹 Italiano **Unisciti al Monza Get in Shape Meetup Group** per un **Boot Camp Fitness all’aperto** divertente ed energizzante nel bellissimo Parco di Monza! Ogni settimana il nostro trainer esperto ti guiderà attraverso esercizi dinamici e completi, pensati per migliorare la tua forma fisica, supportare la perdita di peso e farti sentire più forte e sicuro di te. Questo meetup è anche un’occasione unica per **praticare e migliorare il tuo inglese mentre ti alleni**. Le sessioni sono condotte in inglese, rendendo l’apprendimento della lingua divertente e attivo in un contesto reale. Aperto a **tutti i livelli di allenamento e di lingua**, il boot camp è l’occasione perfetta per: * Metterti alla prova con nuovi esercizi * Praticare l’inglese in un ambiente naturale e accogliente * Conoscere persone con i tuoi stessi interessi * Goderti l’aria aperta e i magnifici paesaggi del Parco di Monza Porta con te abbigliamento sportivo, acqua e tanta energia positiva — al resto pensiamo noi! Insieme suderemo, impareremo e cresceremo verso uno stile di vita più sano.

**📌 THE PLAN** The holiday chaos is finally settling, but Sundays were made for wandering. We’re getting together for a relaxed afternoon walk through the heart of Milan. **No strict itinerary, no stress**—just a casual route in the city centre, ending with a chocolate fix at Starbucks Cordusio. **HOW IT WORKS** * **The Meeting Point:** 4:00 PM, P.zza Castello 1. An easy point to meet- * **The Vibe:** You can have a walk around Parco Sempione,a classic spot for milanese sundays, then go down Via Dante, cross through Piazza Duomo, and head toward the Starbucks Roastery. * **The Finish Line:** Once you hit Piazza Cordusio, you’ll grab a coffee or a hot chocolate at the **Starbucks Roastery**. Whether you grab it to go or find a spot inside depends on the crowd and the group’s mood. **📌 IMPORTANT: COMMUNITY-LED (No Official Host)** This is a self-organized meetup. There is no designated "event leader" on-site, so the success of the afternoon depends on the people who show up. * **Communication is Key:** You **must** join the WhatsApp group to coordinate. It’s the only way to find the group if you’re running late or can’t spot the crowd. * **The Reality Check:** If the WhatsApp chat is silent by Sunday at 2:00 PM, assume the energy is low and the event isn't happening. If you want it to happen, be the one to send the first message! **📌 TO JOIN** 1. **RSVP** on Meetup. 2. **Join the [WhatsApp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/FYTML17W7mxAmXXOrvIBSs)** <--- Mandatory for real-time updates. 3. **Keep it real:** If your plans change, please update your RSVP so the group isn't waiting around for you.

**Before the new year begins, you are invited to a quiet, intentional hour of coloring together in silence. *There is no fee to attend.*** Coloring gives your hands something simple to do, which allows the nervous system to slow down and the mind to wander without pressure. Many people find that clarity arises on its own, not because they are trying to reflect, but because they finally have room to. This is not spiritual. It is not therapeutic. It is not a workshop. There is nothing to achieve, fix, or prepare for. It is simply a communal pause and a quiet way to let the year land before moving on. This is a phone-free, expectation-free space to slow down and take personal inventory of the year that is ending. There are no prompts, no discussion, and nothing to share. Just time to sit, color, and let your thoughts settle naturally in the presence of others doing the same. Attendance is capped at 10 people to keep the space calm and intimate. ### How the hour will work: * **First 15 minutes:** Arrive, get comfortable, choose your coloring materials, order at the bar, and hear a brief explanation of the format and guidelines * **Next 45 minutes:** Coloring in silence * After the session ends, those who wish are welcome to stay and socialize ### What to expect: * 45 minutes of silent coloring * No phones and no conversation during the coloring time * Materials provided (FREE), or bring your own if you prefer * A calm and respectful environment * **Please arrive a little in advance & purchase your beverage at the bar** ### Who this is for: * Women 35+ * Anyone feeling mentally full, overstimulated, or tired of constant doing * Those who want a low-pressure way to close the year without rituals or resolutions Free to attend. Come as you are, even if you do not feel particularly reflective or festive. Sometimes the most meaningful reset is simply being still together.

La domenica ormai è appuntamento fisso per il nostro gruppo e adesso che le temperature si sono abbassate è il momento di spostarci nella parte invernale del 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

La domenica ormai è appuntamento fisso per il nostro gruppo e adesso che le temperature si sono abbassate è il momento di spostarci nella parte invernale del 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

📌 **THE PLAN** Can’t decide between pizza, sushi, or burgers? Don't. We’re heading to **Mercato Centrale** for a "Low-Logistics" Saturday lunch. The goal is simple: grab whatever food you’re actually craving, find a big table, and meet new people without the nightmare of splitting a complicated bill or the formality of a sit-down restaurant. **HOW IT WORKS (Read Carefully)** * **Meet at 12:30 PM:** Gather at the main entrance of Mercato Centrale (inside Stazione Centrale, Via Sammartini side). * **Divide & Conquer:** Once the group is gathered, head inside to scout for a table. * **Choose Your Fighter:** Everyone hits their favorite stall—whether it’s Roman pizza, dumplings, or a classic burger—and we all meet back at the table to eat, drink, and chat. It’s loud, it’s casual, and it’s 100% stress-free. 📌 **IMPORTANT: THIS EVENT IS COMMUNITY-LED.** The Meetup team won't be present. * **Coordination:** You **MUST** join the WhatsApp group to coordinate. Finding a table for a group in a busy food hall requires teamwork! * **Real Talk:** If the WhatsApp chat is silent on Saturday morning, assume the event is not happening. Speak up to make it happen—be the one to say "I'm going, who's with me?" 📌 **JOIN HERE** 1. **RSVP to join**. 2. **Join the [WhatsApp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/IgtjWI0vKOHIkntAkVfKet)**[ ](https://chat.whatsapp.com/IgtjWI0vKOHIkntAkVfKet)— (Essential to find the table inside and coordinate!). 3. (Please!) **Keep your RSVP on Meetup updated**. You can't miss, because yes: **Street Food is the new way to lunch**!

La domenica ormai è appuntamento fisso per il nostro gruppo e adesso che le temperature si sono abbassate è il momento di spostarci nella parte invernale del 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

As the year comes to a close, we’re gathering one last time for a relaxed Sunday evening of board games and good company. This will likely be our final game night of the year, making it the perfect moment to slow down, look back on all the great chapters, and enjoy one more night around the table together. 🎯 WHAT TO EXPECT **A Huge Game Library**: Draft has something for every type of player, from fast and silly party games to longer strategy games. You can also bring your own favorites if you want to share them. **A Friendly Community**: Our group includes locals, internationals, newcomers, and regulars. Everyone is welcome, whether you come alone or with friends. **No Experience Needed**: We help form groups and explain rules, so you can jump right in even if you have never played a game before. 🗓️ KEY DETAILS 📍 **Where**: Draft Milano, Viale Misurata 9, 20146 Milano MI 🗓 **When**: Sunday, 28 December 2025 ⏰ **Time**: 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM 💰 **Cost**: Free to attend. You only pay for any food or drinks you order RSVP and join us for Chapter 17 of The Milan Playground. One more game before the year ends. 🎲

Join Sacred Sound Alchemy Columbus for a transformative Sound Bath experience that will take you on a journey of self-discovery and healing. Immerse yourself in the powerful vibrations of various sound instruments like crystal singing bowls and rain drums, carefully orchestrated to balance your chakras and uplift your spirit. The soothing sounds will help you release negative energy, reduce stress, and promote deep relaxation. This event is perfect for those seeking a moment of tranquility and a chance to connect with their inner selves. Whether you are new to sound healing or a seasoned practitioner, you will benefit from the harmonious frequencies that will resonate with your body and soul. Come and allow yourself to be enveloped in a wave of healing energy, leaving you refreshed, rejuvenated, and ready for life's next chapter.y

If you are interested in selecting investment choices for your 401(k) or other workplace savings plan, minimizing your income tax liability, or identifying the most effective investments for your brokerage account, we are the group for you. We are a local chapter of Bogleheads, whose investment strategy can be found here: https://www.bogleheads.org/wiki/Bogleheads%C2%AE_investment_philosophy Or you can peruse the Boglehead forum here: https://www.bogleheads.org/index.php I look forward to seeing you there. Mark Vonder Haar

The Columbus housing market is evolving, raising questions about next steps. This session will outline current trends in clear, practical terms. Seniors, caregivers, investors, and those preparing to buy or sell in 2026 will all benefit from the information provided. What You’ll Learn: • Key market trends and what’s driving them • How today’s conditions affect buying, selling, and investing • Guidance for seniors and caregivers navigating housing decisions • Strategies to make informed, confident choices All are welcome to attend. Please bring any questions you may have.

Bring your business cards and network in person with other business professionals! Gold Star Referral Clubs is one of the most established professional networking organizations in the country, with multiple groups in central Ohio. Join us!

We will meet next to the restrooms at the [Big Meadows Picnic Area](https://www.metroparks.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/HBK_Web_1980.png). They're all the way at the back of the park, and they can be found at coordinates [40°09'06.6"N 83°02'30.2"W](https://www.google.com/maps/place/40%C2%B009'06.6%22N+83%C2%B002'30.2%22W/@40.151828,-83.0423587,214m/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m10!1m5!3m4!2zNDDCsDA5JzA4LjAiTiA4M8KwMDEnNDUuMSJX!8m2!3d40.1522222!4d-83.0291944!3m3!8m2!3d40.151827!4d-83.041715?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI0MTIwNC4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D) (near the playground and the zip line). We'll hike about 5 miles at [Highbanks Metro Park](https://www.metroparks.net/parks-and-trails/highbanks/) on the Dripping Rock and Overlook Trails. Afterward, we'll head over to [Olentangy River Brewing](https://www.olentangybrew.com/) for drinks, coffee, or food (their Sunday [food truck](https://www.olentangybrew.com/eventsandfood) is Venezuelan and always gets good reviews). The actual address of the brewery is [303 Green Meadows Dr S, 43035](https://www.google.com/maps/place/303+Green+Meadows+Dr+S,+Lewis+Center,+OH+43035/@40.1551938,-83.0144045,17.25z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x8838f395cef06c97:0xe407de61b3e30069!8m2!3d40.1551765!4d-83.0124352!16s%2Fg%2F11c26jc7j9?entry=ttu). If you can't make the hike, we should be there by noon. **How to find our starting point in Big Meadows:** If you are new to Highbanks, the Big Meadows picnic area is 1.5 miles into the park just after you turn into the park off of U.S. Route 23. That is, after you enter the park, drive a mile and a half into the park. You will come to a crosswalk with a yield sign in the middle of it (this is not to be confused with the first such crosswalk you come to just in front of the Nature Center, which you arrive at maybe a quarter of a mile into the park). Just after this second crosswalk, make a left. Then make another almost immediate left into the parking lot on your left. There you will see the jungle gym and the kiddie zip line to your left. I will be just in front of the restrooms just a bit further down from the jungle gym and picnic shelter; the restroom building will also be on your left.

Step into 2026 with intention, clarity, and a creative practice designed to help you see yourself more clearly. In this special Confidence Lab session, we’ll explore confidence as something you can curate - through the choices you make, the qualities you amplify, and the story you choose to step into. We’ll start with a short guided reflection to surface the traits, habits, and energies you want to nurture in the coming year. Then, using collage materials selected specifically for this workshop, you’ll translate those insights into a visual composition that represents the version of yourself you’re ready to grow toward. This isn’t about resolutions or perfection. It’s about crafting a grounded, imaginative vision of your next chapter - one that feels honest, energizing, and fully yours. All materials are provided. Just bring yourself (and a friend) and a willingness to explore what confidence can look like for you in 2026. **Featured Partner: Columbus Collage Collective** The Columbus Collage Collective was started in August of 2023 by Emily Morgan (aka Lovely But Dead) and Douglas Cuckler (aka Wonder Doug) as a place for collage enthusiasts to gather and create art together. The collective has since become a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization with the mission to hold free or low-cost collage events across central Ohio. The CCC welcomes all artists of all backgrounds and skill levels and encourages folks to take this time to step away from everyday existence and create art with people who share a love for this dynamic art form. All materials—magazines, scissors, craft knives, glue, paper, cardboard, and more—are provided, so there's no need to bring anything at all (though you're welcome to bring a friend or a favorite tool if you'd like!). We also encourage folks to take home magazines and materials from our events to support continued creativity! Find us on Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/columbuscollagecollective/](https://www.instagram.com/columbuscollagecollective/) Register or sign up for the newsletter at [https://www.columbuscollagecollective.com/](https://www.columbuscollagecollective.com/) **What is Confidence Lab?** Confidence Lab is a monthly community experience for bold, thoughtful leaders building confidence from the inside out. Whether you’re launching a business, leading a team, navigating change, or simply striving to show up more fully—you belong here. Our work demands clarity, courage, and conviction—but the pace of daily life can erode our sense of self. Confidence Lab creates space to reflect, reconnect, and grow with others doing purpose-driven work. It’s designed for entrepreneurs, nonprofit leaders, creatives, corporate professionals, activists, and anyone ready to lead with authenticity and impact. ***Please note:*** *All are welcome! If cost is a concern, please use promo code PUBLIC to access a free ticket—we want you to join us.*