Prometheus

After a long New Year’s break, we’re finally back. Chapter 19 marks our return to Draft for a relaxed Saturday evening of board games, conversation, and reconnecting after the holidays. Whether this is your first chapter or you’ve been joining us for a while, this night is all about easing back into the routine, meeting familiar faces, and welcoming new ones. No pressure, no rush, just good games and good company. 🎯 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, 17 January 2026 ⏰ **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 19 of The Milan Playground. New year, same table, new stories. 🎲

**Sab 17 Gen 2026** **TREK SUL LAGO DI COMO. MONTE CROCIONE 1705 m (CO)** \- Lunghezza: 15 km \- Dislivello: 830 m \- Difficoltà: Media \- Pranzo al sacco\. Il trek è in prov. di Como, a 91 km da Milano. Iscrizione https://t.me/TrekMI/80307 Youtube https://youtu.be/BMMzEeMbaIg **LUOGO DI RITROVO** Per sapere il luogo di ritrovo, cliccare sul link Iscrizione. Si apre una chat Telegram che contiene tutte le informazioni. .

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

| | **Практикуйте русский язык в дружеской атмосфере на встрече в Милане!** Неважно, начинающий вы или уже продвинутый — встреча подойдёт всем, кто хочет говорить, слушать и расширять словарный запас. Будут интересные задания, живые разговоры и культурный обмен. Найдёте новых друзей, поделитесь советами и погрузитесь в красоту русского языка прямо здесь, в Милане. **Не упустите шанс улучшить язык и весело провести время! Регистрируйтесь — давайте говорить по-русски вместе!** | | --- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | |

**Sab 17 Gen 2026** **TREK IN LIGURIA. CAMOGLI - BOGLIASCO (GE)** \- Lunghezza: 13 km \- Dislivello: 550 m \- Percorso: da stazione A a stazione B \- Difficoltà: Media \- Pranzo al sacco Il trek inizia dalla stazione di Camogli E' consigliabile venire in treno. Iscrizione [https://t.me/TrekMI/80338](https://t.me/TrekMI/80338) Youtube https://youtu.be/3i2va1mtvTs **LUOGO DI RITROVO** Per sapere il luogo di ritrovo, cliccare sul link Iscrizione. Si apre una chat Telegram che contiene tutte le informazioni. .

Shower singers, pop divas and total disasters: all welcome. The stage is yours… unfortunately for the rest of us. ⋯⋯⋯ 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/

Continua 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

Si sta avvicinando la fine dell'anno e questo significa che è tempo di pensare alla vision board 2026! Se non hai mai sentito parlare della vision board, questo potente strumento visivo ti permette di focalizzarti sui tuoi obiettivi, aiutandoti a visualizzare i sogni che desideri realizzare. Immagina di avere davanti a te una mappa che ti guida verso il futuro che hai sempre voluto, pieno di successo, felicità e realizzazione. La vision board è un collage di immagini, parole, simboli e affermazioni che rappresentano i tuoi obiettivi. Guardarla ogni giorno diventa un promemoria costante delle cose che vuoi raggiungere, stimolando motivazione, concentrazione e azione concreta. 💛 L’evento sarà **sponsored by Dembaya**, brand di cosmetica naturale che nasce dai valori di famiglia, cura e autenticità. Specializzato in prodotti per pelle e capelli a base di burro di karité puro e grezzo, Dembaya valorizza materie prime africane, in particolare della Costa d’Avorio, sostenendo cooperative femminili locali e promuovendo un impatto sociale positivo 🌍✨ ☕️Breakfast incluso nel biglietto. Qui trovi il recap dell'evento 2025: [link](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DE1q6crs7tC/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA%3D%3D)! Dettagli evento: crea la tua vision board con colazione 📍 Zoo Comunale, Milano 🗓 18 gennaio, ore 10 🎀 Quota partecipazione: 19 euro ( include tutti i materiali per realizzare la tua vision board + Breakfast) Come funziona: L'evento inizierà con una preparazione/mini lezione da Francesca su come costruire la vision board e come sfruttare al meglio questo potente strumento di manifestation! Avrai: ➡️ un foglio di lavoro per lavorare ai tuoi obiettivi ➡️ foto già stampate tra cui scegliere, sticker, citazioni, magazine da cui prendere ispirazione e incollare alla tua board ➡️ Foglio Notion per scrivere i tuoi obiettivi ➡️ Dashboard Notion per tenere traccia durante tutto l'anno dei tuoi obiettivi e progressi Conferma la tua partecipazione: Ti invitiamo a confermare la tua presenza utilizzando uno dei seguenti metodi: PayPal (seleziona “Amici e familiari” senza commissioni) a francescaiannellifb@gmail.com Satispay al numero 3394436054 Causale pagamento - esempio: email + 18.11 Non vediamo l’ora di vivere questa mattina speciale insieme ✨🎄 Ci vediamo presto, Il Team di Girls Tribe 💖

**Dom 18 Gen 2026** **CIASPOLATA IN PIEMONTE. DEVERO - CRAMPIOLO 1900 m (VB)** \- Lunghezza: 10 km \- Dislivello: 450 m \- Difficoltà: Media \- Pranzo al sacco\. Il trek è in prov. di Verbania, a 155 km da Milano. Iscrizione [https://t.me/TrekMI/80337](https://t.me/TrekMI/80337) Youtube https://www.youtube.com/shorts/c2-vVDfdnQQ **LUOGO DI RITROVO** Per sapere il luogo di ritrovo, cliccare sul link Iscrizione. Si apre una chat Telegram che contiene tutte le informazioni. .

Il Monte Goi è una bellissima altura, che domina interamente la Città di Como, compresa all’interno del Parco Regionale Spina Verde. Per arrivarci si percorrono sentieri completamente immersi nella natura. **PROGRAMMA** Ore 11 Ritrovo presso Il Pasticcino, Via Oltrecolle, 41, 22100 Como CO Ore 11.15 Partenza per percorso Ore 12.45 circa arrivo – tempo libero e Pranzo (al sacco o organizzandosi presso Strutture del posto) Ore 14.30/15 circa rientro Livello Medio Facile – 1.20 h circa e 4,5 km di camminata a tratta, circa 150 mt di dislivello, non necessita di attrezzature o abbigliamento particolari, portarsi sempre cibo e acqua “tappafame”, scarpe trekking. **N.B.1** La località di partenza della camminata viene raggiunta autonomamente (auto, bus, treno ecc.) o in car pooling mettendosi d’accordo con gli altri partecipanti nel gruppo chiuso Facebook e/o Telegram riservato agli associati (richiedi l’accesso appena in possesso della tessera associativa). **N.B.2** Il "Parteciperò" di Meetup per noi non fa testo. Meetup è solo pagina di pubblicazione evento e per avere un'idea. Una volta associati seguire indicazioni per adesione "ufficiale" evento. **COSTI E MODALITA’ DI PARTECIPAZIONE – MAX 45 POSTI DISPONIBILI** Evento riservato ai soci Gitup ENAC. Gratuito per gli associati 2026, **[richiedi il biglietto di partecipazione qui](http://www.gitup.it/iscrizione-eventi/)** (Adesioni aperte dal Martedì precedente l’uscita) Non sei associato o devi rinnovare il tesseramento? È necessaria la Tessera associativa, **[richiedila qui](http://www.gitup.it/iscrizione/)** In caso di Maltempo l’uscita può essere annullata ed i partecipanti verranno avvisati sui gruppi dedicati e tramite aggiornamento di questa pagina. **P.S.** Vi ricordiamo che GitUp non è agenzia viaggi ma un’associazione no profit che cerca di aggregare persone per passare momenti di piacevole condivisione. [www.gitup.it](http://www.gitup.it/) [https://www.facebook.com/gitupassociazione](https://www.facebook.com/gitupassociazione)

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

Sweat? No thanks. Our kind of sports involve drinks, noise and a lot of questionable tactics. Bar legends only. ⋯⋯⋯ 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/

**Date:** Sunday 18 January 2026, 10:00–12:00 (meet 09:50–09:55) **Location:** Isola subway station (M5) - Exit: Piazza Baiamonti side **About this event** Two-hour guided morning photo walk (\~2 km) through Isola’s street art and hidden corners. Hands-on tips at each stop: composition, camera/phone settings, quick demos and live feedback. We finish with a short slideshow and group photo at a nearby café. **Who should join** Open to all levels: phone shooters, hobbyists and experienced photographers. Ideal for curious walkers who want practical tips and relaxed group learning. (**Max 15 participants**) **What to bring** \- Camera or smartphone; 35–50mm and wide lens if available **Walk** \- Duration: \~2 hours\, \~2 km; some cobblestones\. \- Weather: light rain runs; heavy rain rescheduled \(check event page morning of\)\. \- Arrive 09:50; walk starts promptly at 10:00\. **Rules & etiquette** \- Ask permission before photographing people up close; respect refusals\. **After the walk & café** \- Brief slideshow\, group photo and social time at a nearby café\. **The photo walk will be in English** 🇬🇧 but other languages are welcome if other members speak the same language; we are an inclusive community. **Keep in mind that:** 1\. We are not a *WORKSHOP*: if you want to learn how to use your camera, feel free to ask questions to the members of the community, but don't expect a full course. We host and organise specific workshops for this matter. 2\. This is not a *CITY TOUR*. 3\. We are all *VOLUNTEERS*: If there is a member of the community helping or hosting the photo walk, this person is not in charge of giving you personal instructions or looking for you if you get lost. Please be kind and respectful to the other members. *Thank you. Happy Photo Walk!* This event is FREE, however we encourage a 15-20€ donation (cash or paypal) As an open group, we welcome contributions from anyone who wants to do more than just attend - whether it's planning events, leading a walk, or working on new projects. DM for collaborations.

Un laboratorio creativo e tranquillo per fermarsi, fare chiarezza e visualizzare desideri, direzioni e intenzioni per il nuovo anno. Attraverso il collage costruiremo una vision board personale, guidata passo passo, da portare a casa come strumento di ispirazione per il 2026. 🔹 Non serve alcuna esperienza 🔹 Non è necessario essere “creativi” 🔹 È adatto anche a chi viene da solo 📅 Quando: 17 gennaio, dalle 10:00 alle 12:00 📍 Dove: Seveso – Carta e Confetti Lab 💶 Costo: 30 € (materiali inclusi) + 10 € di iscrizione all’associazione Posti limitati per mantenere un clima intimo e rilassato. Prenota il tuo posto su Meetup 🌱

Join us as we get together to see the winner of the Best International Film at TIFF and a triple Golden Globe nominee: NO OTHER CHOICE! This top-reviewed dark comedy satirical thriller follows a man devises a unique plan to secure a new job: eliminate his competition. Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: The film follows a desperate paper industry expert who decides to kill off his competition to be assured of the job he seeks to maintain his way of life. The film is co-written / produced / directed by Park Chan-wook and is based on The Ax by Donald Westlake. It stars Lee Byung-hun, Son Ye-jin, Park Hee-soon, Lee Sung-min, Yeom Hye-ran, and Cha Seung-won. TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gcz-RXMCyco BUZZ & ACCLAIM: The film premiered to rave reviews as the Venice International Film Festival and later at the Toronto Film Festival where it won the International People’s Choice Award! It just received 3 Golden Globe nominations for Best Picture (Musical or Comedy), Best Foreign Language Film and Best Actor for Lee Byung-hun. It was also selected as the South Korean entry (and likely nominee) for Best International Film at this year’s Academy Awards! MOVIE PLAN: Please purchase your ticket for the 2:00pm 4K showing and meet in the upstairs lobby area between 1:35 and 1:45pm! Tickets $11.25 via the GFC website and includes online ticketing fee. Advance purchase is advised. Once you have yours please list your seat number in the Comments below. DINNER PLAN: The new burger place isn’t open yet but we’ll still try someplace new! And someplace where the cuisine matches the film! Join us immediately following the movie at nearby TAKOREA, located just downstairs and next to the theater! We’ll try to grab the trio of tables just inside the door, which should work perfectly for our group! MENU: From small plates to tacos, burritos, quesadillas, and bowls, they have a wildly inventive menu that offers a “Korean-Mexican fusion concept” that serves “delicious food that everyone can enjoy!” Popular entrees include tacos, nachos and burritos made with Bulgogi beef, pork carnitas, Korean fried chicken, and even BBQ Tofu, along with traditional sides, chips and a variety of dips. For the vegans in the group, the BBQ Tofu Burrito is listed as “vegan friendly” and that combo of ingredients can be used in just about any entrée! And, if you’re not into Korean food, they have several straight-Mexican options as well! You can check out their menu here: https://www.takoreacbus.com/menu PARKING: Close, convenient parking is available in the nearby garage (located between 9th and 11th, just off High St). Bring your ticket with you and have it validated at the theater and for $2, you’re covered for the night! PARKING: Close, convenient parking is available in the nearby garage (located between 9th and 11th, just off High St). Bring your ticket with you and have it validated at the theater and for $2, you’re covered for the night! Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

Join us for a Classic Movie Monday event to see one of the best comedy films of all time, ANNIE HALL! This Woody Allen classic stars Diane Keaton and follows a man who reflects on his relationship with an aspiring nightclub singer, which ended abruptly just like his previous marriages. Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: The film follows Alvy Singer, a divorced Jewish comedian, reflects on his relationship with ex-lover Annie Hall, an aspiring nightclub singer, which ended abruptly just like his previous marriages. It is written/directed by Woody Allen and stars Diane Keaton (in a role written specifically for her), Woody Allen, Tony Roberts, Carol Kane, Paul Simon, Janet Margolin, Shelley Duvall, Christopher Walken and Colleen Dewhurst. Also keep an eye out for Beverly D’Angelo and Sigourney Weaver in her film debut! TRAILER: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bj4ZoeRMHwU](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bj4ZoeRMHwU) 2010 CBS Sunday Morning Interview with Diane Keaton on Woody Allen, “Annie Hall,” and marriage: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V4CpyJhbXaM](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V4CpyJhbXaM) CELEBRATING DIANE KEATON: The film is part of the Drexel's “Starring Diane Keaton,” program, which celebrates the life of the legendary actress in January. BUZZ & ACCLAIM: ANNIE HALL was nominated for five Academy Awards, winning four: Best Picture, Best Director. Best Original Screenplay and Best Actress for Diane Keaton. It also won 4 BAFTAs (Best Film, Best Director, Best Screenplay and Best Actress) and a Golden Globes Best for Best Actress – Motion Picture Comedy or Musical for Diane Keaton. It is regarded as the greatest comedy films ever made and ranks 31st on AFI's list of the 100 greatest films in American cinema, 4th on their list of the greatest comedy films and 28th on Bravo's "100 Funniest Movies." Film critic Roger Ebert called it "just about everyone's favorite Woody Allen movie.” PLAN: Please purchase your ticket for the 7:00pm showing and meet inside the theater lobby between 6:30 and 6:45pm! A full house is expected so early arrival is advised. We'll head into the theater by 6:50pm to get good seats. Be sure to mention you're with the Movie Group for admission and concession discounts. Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

Join us as we get together for something dark, humorous, twisted, violent and thrilling: SEND HELP! Rachael McAdams and Dylan O’Brien star in this film that follows a worker and her boss stranded on an island following a plane crash and their attempts to survive. Here are details, trailer and a plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: Two office colleagues find themselves stranded on a deserted island after they are the only survivors of a plane crash. They must overcome past grievances and work together to survive, but ultimately, it is an unsettling and darkly humorous battle of wills and wits to make it out alive. The film is directed by Sam Raimi (the Evil Dead franchise, the Toby Maguire Spider-Man trilogy) and stars Rachel McAdams and Dylan O'Brien. TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R4wiXj9NmEE PLAN: Details for this event have already been confirmed! Please purchase your ticket for the 7:15pm showing and meet in the lobby area between 6:45 and 7:00pm! Possible pre-show bite – we’ll confirm that part as the date gets closer! Tickets just $5.50 and advance purchase is advised! Once you have yours, please list your seat number in the Comments below! Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

Whether you've never done improv before, or you've done it for so long you knew Del Close on a personal level, or anywhere in between, come join us! Swing by *Gresso's* for the **Columbus Improv Comedy Meetup** for some fun and games! The idea behind improv is to create entire scenes from scratch based on a suggestion from the audience. This can be done in game form, like *Whose Line Is It Anyway*, *ComedySportz*, or *Wild 'n Out*; it could also be done to tell stories, like *Middleditch and Schwartz*. Our meetup, which is central Ohio's longest running (and free!) weekly comedy event, brings the games (and occasionally different forms) for you to play in a safe, supportive, and compassionate environment. Not only is it a lot of fun, but you get to work on thinking faster on your feet, plus it's an excellent way to meet new people and make friendships that'll last a lifetime! Ask yourself if you want to join the **Columbus Improv Comedy Meetup**, and say "Yes, And" that you'll have fun!

Joins us as we get together to see possible-future-Oscar-nominee Amanda Seyfried in THE TESTAMENT OF ANN LEE! This biographical-musical-drama follows Ann Lee, who was the founding leader of the Shakers religious sect in the 18th century. Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event; DESCRIPTION: The film follows Ann Lee, the founding leader of the Shakers religious sect in the 18th century. Based on true events, it depicts her establishment of a utopian society and the Shakers' worship through song and dance. The film is directed by Mona Fastvold, who co-wrote the script with Brady Corbet (The Brutalist), and stars Amanda Seyfried, Thomasin McKenzie, Lewis Pullman, Tim Blake Nelson, Christopher Abbott, Stacy Martin, Matthew Beard and David Cale. TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-zK_nzG36mk BUZZ: Reviews have been solid but Amanda Seyfried’s performance has been universally praised. The film is earning an 89% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes, which says: “Illuminated by Amanda Seyfried's sterling performance, The Testament of Ann Lee accepts The Shakers' founder on her own terms and reaches its own rhapsodic highs as a result.” According to Next Best Picture, “The Testament of Ann Lee is an undeniably moving and inspirational story….effectively brought into the 21st century through powerful, stirring music.” PLAN: Please purchase your ticket for the 7:30pm showing and we’ll meet inside the theater lobby between 7:00 and 7:15pm! Advance purchase is advised. Once you have yours, please list your seat number in the Comments below. Note: If you purchase your ticket on the Gateway's website, be sure to change the ticket from "70mm" to "evening rate," which will save you $3.00. PARKING: Close, convenient parking is available in the nearby garage (located between 9th and 11th, just off High St). Bring your ticket with you and have it validated at the theater and for $2, you’re covered for the night! Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

Some trained COUNT volunteers work together once a month at RMH (http://www.rmhc-centralohio.org/volunteer.php) as Housewarmers (usually on the 1st Sunday from 1 – 5 PM). Some schedule other shifts at their convenience. You may try this out with less fuss by following a "Fast track" or go through the normal process. Fast track • Arrange a time to shadow a COUNT volunteer. Call Dave Nohle at 614-268-9558 (cell). • Show up and try it out. • Complete application, etc. later. Normal process • Complete an online application (http://rmhc-centralohio.org/volunteer/). • Attend orientation in advance. • At orientation you will complete forms agreeing to keep family/patient info private and allowing a background check and tour the facility. • Complete one training shift. Daily shifts are: morning 9 AM - 1 PM, afternoon 1 - 5 PM and evening 5 - 9 PM. • Schedule shifts online using the on the RMH scheduling system (http://www.volgistics.com/ex/portal.dll/?FROM=32895). The Ronald McDonald House (RMH) provides housing and meals for families with sick children. The Columbus RMH is the largest in the world with 137 rooms. COUNT has been volunteering there since May 2014. Housewarmers work with RMH guests to provide a home-like environment - greet, assist with family needs, answer phones, give tours, assist with checkin/checkout, prepare guest rooms after checkout, clean facility, laundry, restock supplies and staff the front desk. RMH Housewarmers volunteer at least one four-hour shift a month. All Housewarmers must complete an application and agree to a background check before they can be full fledged volunteers.

Join us for Slow Horses and a Book Exchange! In addition to our usual chat about the book, we’ll be exchanging books. Bring two books you’re willing to part with and we’ll exhange books. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Welcome to the thrilling and unnervingly prescient world of the slow horses. This team of MI5 agents is united by one common bond: They've screwed up royally and will do anything to redeem themselves. This special tenth-anniversary deluxe edition of a modern classic includes a foreword by the author, discussion questions for book clubs, and an exclusive short story featuring the slow horses. London, England: Slough House is where washed-up MI5 spies go to while away what's left of their failed careers. The "slow horses," as they're called, have all disgraced themselves in some way to get relegated there. Maybe they botched an Op so badly they can't be trusted anymore. Maybe they got in the way of an ambitious colleague and had the rug yanked out from under them. Maybe they just got too dependent on the bottle-not unusual in this line of work. One thing they have in common, though, is they want to be back in the action. And most of them would do anything to get there-even if it means having to collaborate with one another. When a young man is abducted and his kidnappers threaten to broadcast his beheading live on the Internet, the slow horses see an opportunity to redeem themselves. But is the victim really who he appears to be?