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🎤Super international event in Milan: English Standup Comedy Open Mic!🎤 Show will be on **EVERY Tuesday** at Ostello Bello Centrale. If you see on this app only you are going, don't worry about it, we have multiple channels to post our events and we've been organizing shows for three years, we always have a big crowd where you can meet lots of friends!! We also encourage people to go on the stage for a free drink if you have funny stories or jokes! It is a free entry but **donation based** show, leave us your donations at the end of the show so we can keep English standup comedy going in Milan. Follow us on instagram: **yellowdicomedy**

Sei un remote worker? Uno studente? Un freelance? Ti serve un luogo calmo dove lavorare senza distrazioni, senza pressione, e allo stesso tempo socializzare? Remote Circle è una routine di lavoro condivisa e silenziosa. L’atmosfera è essenziale: tavoli condivisi, ritmo lento, concentrazione naturale. Si lavora in autonomia, ma non da soli. Rimani il tempo che ti serve: l’incontro è flessibile, discreto, operativo. Remote Circle non è un workshop e non è coworking. È un appuntamento leggero, replicabile, pensato per creare continuità senza esposizione.

### **Dance, Connect & Shine** Looking for a fun way to meet new girl friends, get moving, and feel fabulous? ✨ Our **Flawless Female Latin class** brings together women from all walks of life to dance, laugh and share an empowering experience. Each week we’ll learn steps from **Samba, Cha-Cha, Rumba, Paso Doble, and Jive**, building toward a group choreography that we’ll celebrate with a **video day** at the end. No partner needed — we focus on dancing together, cheering each other on, and making new friends along the way. 🌟 A chance to socialize while doing something active and fun 🌟 Open to beginners and anyone curious to try Latin dance 🌟 Friendly, supportive community 🗓 Every Tuesday at 20.00 🎟 8€ Trial class available **Important: To sign up, you must register via the link for the lesson. Only then we can assure you a place in class** https://shorturl.at/kdun3 Come dance, connect, and discover how flawless you can feel 💖

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**DOVE**: [Radical HR](https://radicalhr.it/) \- Future of Work House Viale Emilio Caldara\, 13\, 20122 Milano MI \(M3 \- Porta Romana\)\. **QUANDO**: 10 marzo 2026 alle 18.30 **TEMA**: Avete mai pensato come fosse versatile AWS Bedrock? Nella sede di **Radical HR**, **Matteo Fratesi** (CTO di Radical HR) e **Mario Carcota** (Lead Full Stack Engineer di Radical HR) ci racconteranno come hanno domato i superpoteri di AWS Bedrock e sono riusciti a incanalarli all'interno di un SaaS B2B; mentre **Andrea Saltarello** (founder di [Improove](https://www.improove.tech/)) ci spiegherà come puo essere l'ingrediente perfetto della ricetta per Retrieval-Augmented Generation. A seguire l'aperitivo di networking, gentilmente offerto da **Radical HR.** \-\-\- **AGENDA** 👋 18.30 - Welcome! ☁️ 18.45 - Introduzione - Matteo Fratesi CTO di Radical HR. 🎤 18.50 - Implementare un AI Agent con i superpoteri su AWS - Matteo Fratesi CTO di Radical HR e Mario Carcota Lead Full Stack Engineer di Radical HR. 🎤 19:20 - Real world Retrieval-Augmented Generation - Andrea Saltarello founder di Improove. 🍻 19.50 - Aperitivo di Networking \-\-\- **TALK** **Implementare un AI Agent con i superpoteri su AWS** **Matteo Fratesi** \- CTO di Radical HR **Mario Carcota** \- Lead Full Stack Engineer di Radical HR Passare da un semplice bot no-code a un AI Agent capace di eseguire azioni complesse richiede scelte architetturali precise. In questo talk vi porteremo alla scoperta di **come si costruisce un AI Agent all’interno di un SaaS B2B** come Skillsincloud, il nostro LMS proprietario che viene utilizzato da +100k utenti. Analizzeremo l’integrazione dei modelli di **AWS Bedrock** all'interno della nostra infrastruttura esistente, affrontando le vere sfide di produzione: * **Oltre la Chat**: Orchestrare il "Tool Use" per permettere all'AI di interagire con il database e non solo di conversare. * **Sicurezza:** Pattern di design per il controllo dei permessi (RBAC) e flussi di conferma "Human-in-the-loop" per prevenire azioni non autorizzate. * **Knowledge Base**: Strategie di RAG per rendere l'agente consapevole del contesto multi-tenant Uno sguardo pratico sull'architettura che stiamo adottando per portare l'AI generativa nel cuore dei processi della piattaforma. **Real world Retrieval-Augmented Generation** **Andrea Saltarello -** Founder di Improove Dalla ricerca vettoriale con Aurora PostgreSQL ai modelli LLM e di embedding con Amazon Bedrock (e suburbia), AWS mette a disposizione tutti gli ingredienti necessari per implementare Retrieval-Augmented Generation: a fare la differenza, però, è la ricetta, a partire dall'arricchimento dei metadati. In questo talk, vedremo l'implementazione di uno scenario reale. \-\-\- **CALL4SPEAKER**: vorresti presentare un tuo speech ai prossimi Meetup? [Compila il form](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc8xVRNDWx63rrHyFgT0e_Q2U1EHe6-nXsV7NvKw4troeWeTA/viewform)! **NOTA**: Il numero di posti è limitato, registrarti al Meetup per riservare il tuo posto! **PROBLEMI ALL’ULTIMO?** Se ti sei iscritto, ma non puoi più venire, ricordati di cancellare la partecipazione, così da lasciare il posto ad altri membri della community. Grazie!

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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*: 19:00-20:00 *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?

Hi my friends, welcome to "Don't Be Shy!", your favourite international aperitivo 🇬🇧🇨🇵🇩🇪🇪🇸🇯🇵🇵🇹. We meet every Friday (Pacino café) from 19:30 so don't worry if you arrive a bit later, we will be there until late. During the evening you will have the opportunity to meet nice people 😉 and speak several languages 😊. Two simple rules to folllow: bring your smile and DON'T BE SHY! 🔴 Photos and videos of the event will be posted on Instagram ⬇️⬇️⬇️ https://instagram.com/dontbeshy_milano?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= 🔴 Apertivo/first drink 11€ The bar will serve food until 21:30 🔴 Ask for me (Armando) when you arrive. 🔴 You can write me on WhatsApp 3755246023 if needed. what's app group (communication & updates only) >>> https://chat.whatsapp.com/BSMO1uygZxhHWMrVhCJzlr I cannot wait to meet you all ✌🏿, Armando

* Free English Stand-up Comedy Open Mic at Babila Hostel & Bistrot Every Thursday. * Welcome to *Divine Comedy Club Milano'*s **English Stand-up Comedy Open Mic** at **Babila Hostel & Bistrot** *Every* **Thursday** at **9.00 pm.** * Come for a night of drinks, laughs, and entertainment. The show is a mix of seasoned comedians and newcomers. All performers get a free drink. * If you've got some jokes you want to try out, go to the Host. The show is free, but we run on donations. We appreciate tips at the end of the show. * Hosted by Edy "U-The-Man"

✨ Nate con la camicia… personalizzata ✨ Hai una camicia semplice di cotone? oppure in alternativa una t-shirt? Perfetto. Sta per diventare tutt’altro che semplice. In questo workshop giochiamo con strass scintillanti, bottoni coloratissimi, toppe termoadesive e dettagli sorprendenti per trasformare una camicia bianca, nera o di jeans in un capo super personale, creativo e pieno di carattere. Non serve saper cucire come una stilista né avere competenze tecniche: basta voglia di divertirsi, sperimentare e lasciare spazio alla fantasia. Mischiamo, proviamo, attacchiamo, cambiamo idea, aggiungiamo un tocco in più. Qui non esiste “troppo”, esiste solo “wow”. Sarà un momento leggero, creativo e pieno di energia, dove ogni camicia racconta una storia diversa — la tua. Perché nascere con la camicia è fortuna. Personalizzarla è pura magia. 💫 Tu porta solo la tua camicia la voglia di rilassarti e un bel sorriso al resto ci penso io ☕🙂 Gruppo whatsapp : https://chat.whatsapp.com/JPeImG8EK1P82157K4izWP?mode=wwt Massimo 6 posti! puoi inviare la quota di prenotazione con PayPal o Satispay o bonifico per prenotare il tuo posto. 🫰🏻Contributo di partecipazione 15€ compreso di tutti i materiali, la mia guida, acqua al tavolo e caffè di benvenuto ☕ se gradito. 🙏🏻Ti prego di confermare la tua presenza entro venerdì 13 marzo per poter confermare il tavolo. Ulteriori consumazioni restano a carico del partecipante☕ 🍰🍪

No need to book but come on time so you won't miss the show or seats!😉 It's open mic which means everyone can go on the stage to perform 🎤🎤, if you have any questions DM us on Instagram: Yellowdicomedy. If you see on this app only you are going, don't worry about it, we have multiple channels to post our events and we've been organizing shows for three years, we always have a big crowd where you can meet lots of friends! It is a free entry but **donation based** show, leave us your donations at the end of the show so we can keep English standup comedy going in Milan. **Follow us on Ins: Yellowdicomedy**

Join us for a creative and relaxing experience at our ceramic studio in Milan! In this workshop, you’ll have the chance to decorate a pre-fired ceramic piece, choosing from a mug, bowl, or many others from our collection. Experiment with colors, patterns, and special techniques to make your piece truly unique. Once decorated, your item will be glazed and fired, turning it into a finished piece, ready to use or gift. **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)

### **ITA** ### **Kino Movement Milano** in collaborazione con il Centro Culturale **Slow Mill** organizza il quarto Kino Kabaret di Milano. ### **MOVIMENTO “KINO”** Kino è un movimento cinematografico internazionale, consistente nel fare film senza budget, in uno spirito di mutuo aiuto, non concorrenza, libertà e benevolenza. Il suo motto è: “Fai bene con niente, fai meglio con poco, ma fallo ora”. Questo movimento è iniziato a Montreal, Quebec (Canada) nel febbraio 1999 con Kino Montreal e ora conta circa 100 cellule attive in tutto il mondo. I partecipanti – che sono chiamati i Kinoïtes (i Kinetici) – si incontrano in due tipi di eventi, gli Screenings mensili e i Kino Kabarets, per realizzare cortometraggi in un arco di tempo limitato, che va da 24, 48 ore a pochi giorni. Aperti sia ai professionisti che ai dilettanti, questi eventi sono spazi di creazione, senza censure o concorrenza, che consentono sia ai dilettanti di migliorarsi, sia ai professionisti di approfondire la propria ricerca artistica. Ipartecipanti al **Kino Kabaret di Milano** quindi, cineasti e attori, si riuniranno per realizzare cortometraggi in 48 ore. Questi film saranno poi presentati direttamente al pubblico alla fine dello scadere del tempo a disposizione. Per maggiori informazioni leggere i **[Principi ufficiali dei gruppi che affermano di appartenere al movimento Kino](https://www.slowmill.it/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Principi-ufficiali-Kino-Kabaret.pdf)**. ### **Programma del weekend:** **Ritrovo: 13 marzo ore 18.00** I cineasti e le cineaste (regia, direzione della fotografia, montaggio, sceneggiatura, suono, trucco, scenografia, musiche) e gli attori e le attrici si ritroveranno il 13 marzo alle ore 18.00 per registrarsi all’evento e avere i dettagli sui cortometraggi da girare. Possono essere squadre già formate oppure squadre estemporanee che si incontrano al ritrovo e decidono di collaborare insieme. E’ necessario che chiunque abbia la propria attrezzatura. I film possono venire realizzati con qualsiasi camera capace di realizzare video in Full HD, smartphone compresi. **Consegna lavori: 15 marzo ore 19.00** I cortometraggi, della durata massima di 5 minuti (tassativi), dovranno essere consegnati nella loro forma completa al responsabile di Kino, entro l’orario stabilito, il quale provvederà a confermare l’avvenuta ricezione e l’inserimento nella scaletta di proiezione. **Proiezione finale: 15 marzo ore 21.00** La proiezione dei cortometraggi avverrà alla presenza di tutte le squadre e di un pubblico di interessati. Seguirà successivamente un dibattito libero tra i Kinetici e il pubblico per poter adempiere allo spirito di Kino: è attraverso la collaborazione tra i suoi membri che Kino trova il suo vero scopo: motivare, imparare e ispirare. Il responsabile del Kino Movement Milano, **Mateo Çili**, autore cinematografico, attore, regista e insegnante di recitazione, sarà a disposizione durante tutto il periodo delle 48 ore per poter aiutare i gruppi a realizzare al meglio i propri film. Gli spazi del centro culturale Slow Mill saranno disponibili come base per chiunque necessitasse di avere un appoggio per lasciare le attrezzature, mettere in carica le batterie, realizzare il montaggio, ecc… oppure semplicemente per rifocillarsi. Per potersi candidare come singoli o come squadra, scrivere una mail a **info@slowmill.it** elencando i membri della squadra e le mansioni, oppure, in caso di singoli, comunicando il ruolo che si intende esercitare. **ENG** ### **Kino Movement Milan** in collaboration with the **Slow Mill** Cultural Center presents the fourth Kino Kabaret of Milan. **“KINO” MOVEMENT** Kino is an international film movement based on making films with no budget, in a spirit of mutual support, non-competition, freedom, and goodwill. Its motto is: *“Do well with nothing, do better with little, but do it now.”* This movement began in Montreal, Quebec (Canada) in February 1999 with Kino Montreal, and now includes around 100 active cells worldwide. Participants – called Kinoïtes (the Kinetics) – meet during two types of events: monthly Screenings and Kino Kabarets, to create short films within a limited time frame, ranging from 24 to 48 hours, or a few days. Open to both professionals and amateurs, these events are creative spaces without censorship or competition, allowing amateurs to improve and professionals to deepen their artistic exploration. At the Milan Kino Kabaret, filmmakers and actors will gather to make short films in 48 hours. These films will then be shown directly to the public at the end of the time limit. For more information, read the official Principles of the groups claiming to be part of the Kino movement. *** **Weekend Schedule:** **Meeting: March 13th at 6:00 PM** Filmmakers (directing, cinematography, editing, screenwriting, sound, makeup, set design, music) and actors will meet on March 13th at 6:00 PM to register for the event and get the details about the short films to be made. Teams can be pre-formed or spontaneously assembled on site. Everyone must bring their own equipment. Films can be made with any camera capable of recording Full HD video, including smartphones. **Submission: March 15th at 7:00 PM** The short films, with a *strict* maximum length of 5 minutes, must be submitted in their final form to the Kino coordinator by the set time. The coordinator will confirm receipt and inclusion in the screening schedule. **Final Screening: March 15th at 9:00 PM** The screening will take place in the presence of all the teams and an interested audience. A free discussion between the Kinetics and the public will follow, in line with the spirit of Kino: through collaboration among its members, Kino fulfills its true purpose—to motivate, learn, and inspire. The coordinator of Kino Movement Milan, Mateo Çili, filmmaker, actor, and acting teacher, will be available throughout the 72 hours to assist teams in making the best films possible. The Slow Mill cultural center spaces will be available as a base for anyone needing a place to store equipment, charge batteries, edit footage, etc., or simply to grab a bite and relax. To apply as an individual or as a team, send an email to **info@slowmill.it**, listing team members and their roles, or—if applying individually—specify the role you’d like to take on.

We'll meet at The Capital One Café, 167 Easton Town Center, Space A-103. This is in the main mall where the Microsoft store used to be, on your left if you're standing at the bottom of the AMC Theater escalator. Join us on Saturday for an hour of uninterrupted wordmaking! • What we'll do Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 10AM on Saturday mornings. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. SCHEDULE: 10:00 - SESSION 1: quick intros. 10:10 - timer starts: write for 1 hour. 11:10 - chat / take off / keep writing. OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens at 11A-11:30ish. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. BEING LATE IS OKAY: just show up and get settled, then check-in with me after the session. (I’ll be the person with the Shut Up & Write! sign.) If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you! • What to bring Whatever you need to be able to write! Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block noise or the occasional conversation by other patrons. Electrical outlets are limited, so charge your devices before whenever possible. See you at The Café on Saturday!

Greetings writers! Come down and join your fellow wordsmiths for one hour of uninterrupted writing time in the upper level of the Market District Supermarket in Upper Arlington. The main entrance of the shopping center opens onto stairs/elevator leading up to the 2nd floor cafe section where we will have a table displaying a sign with the Shut Up & Write logo. Writing is largely a solitary craft. Practicing with others in a community setting may be the thing you need to fire your own routine. We’ll meet on Wednesday evenings, starting the clock at 6:30, following a brief period of introductions. This is solid writing time and all inclusive. Any project is acceptable, be it fiction, non -fiction, work or homework assignment. All is welcome and will remain private to you. The market boasts a Starbucks, a full service bar and various affordable food options. Parking is plentiful, free Wifi is provided as well as outlets for charging your devices, though they are somewhat limited, so plan accordingly. Show up as early as you like, or stay late. This group tends to socialize some, both before and after the alloted time, but this is not mandatory to you. Feel free to come and go as you please and late arrivals are welcome. The cafe may be noisy on occasion so headphones/ earbuds are reccommended as you see fit. Please try to RSVP if possible so that we may grab enough seats for all—the venue can be busy at times. Feel free to message me privately wth any questions and/ or concerns you may have. Happy writing!

We'll meet at The Capital One Café, 167 Easton Town Center, Space A-103. This is in the main mall where the Microsoft store used to be, on your left if you're standing at the bottom of the AMC Theater escalator. Join us on Sunday for an hour of uninterrupted wordmaking! • What we'll do Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at noon on Sundays. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. SCHEDULE: 12:00 - quick intros. 12:10 - timer starts: write for 1 hour. 1:10 - chat / take off / keep writing. OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens at 1-1:30ish. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. BEING LATE IS OKAY: just show up and get settled, then check-in with me after the session. If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you! • What to bring Whatever you need to be able to write! Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block noise or the occasional conversation by other patrons. Electrical outlets are limited, so charge your devices before whenever possible. See you at The Café on Sunday!

Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 7:00pm on Wednesday, March 25 at Streetlight Guild. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. **SCHEDULE:** 6:45ish - Quick introductions 7:00 - Timer starts: write for 1 hour 8:00 - The End **OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING** happens before and after the writing hour. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. **BEING LATE IS OKAY:** just show up and get settled! If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing & I look forward to seeing you at Streetlight Guild! **WHAT SHOULD I BRING?** Whatever you need to be able to write! You're welcome to bring earplugs/headphones if noise will bother you! **OTHER IMPORTANT DETAILS:** * **RSVP:** Please RSVP by 6:00pm the evening of the meeting. This helps me know how many to expect, and if we'll need additional space! * **COVID:** While masks are not required, please be mindful of the other writers around you and their comfort levels. * **WIFI/OUTLETS:** Outlets are limited, so please ensure your devices are charged when you come! But Streetlight Guild does have free WiFi! Yay! * **PARKING:** There is free public parking at Streetlight Guild.

The topic for March is "Our Bodies, Ourselves" Speak Easy: true stories, told live. The idea is simple: an audience, an open microphone, and great stories. Hilarious, gripping, poignant- it's up to you. Audiences are invited to come to listen or come to tell as folks from all corners of Columbus offer their stories live on stage! Held at Wild Goose Creative's warm, intimate space, this night of tales occurs on the 3rd Thursday of every month. Doors open at 6:30 pm, show starts at 7:00 pm. Please arrive early if you want to tell, as we generally only have room for a limited number of tellers, and the sign-up sheet has a tendency to fill up fast. Formed around the idea that people need stories--they're what hold and draw us together--SpeakEasy celebrates the strangeness and commonness of being human. And in a world of smartphones, Facebook, Twitter, and more . . . it gives people a real, breathing, in-person way to connect. The night is geared for true stories of all kinds, taking the best tales told around kitchen tables, in darkened pubs, on the street corner, and at late-night parties and giving them an audience. Speak Easy is also a great outlet for performers, writers, and artists looking to share their favorite stories and perfect their skills. We strongly encourage tellers to please tell the story rather than read it so we keep within the spirit of good storytelling and stay engaged with the audience. All are welcome. Hang around after the show for a drink and build community!

Join us as we get together to see SIRAT, an Oscar-nominated Best International Film from Spain that follows a father, accompanied by his son, goes looking for his missing daughter in North Africa. Here’s a description, trailer and our plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: A father, accompanied by his son arrive at a rave deep in the mountains of southern Morocco while searching for his daughter who vanished months ago at one of these endless, sleepless parties. As their search continues, the journey forces them to confront their own limits. The film is directed by Oliver Laxe and stars Sergi Lopez, Bruno Nunez Arjona and Richard Bellamy. TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ww-IXHXvS70 BUZZ & ACCLAIM: SIRAT has already won numerous awards, including 4 at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival, along with the Chicago, Montclair and Toronto International Film Festivals! It also earned a whopping 11 nominations at the 40th Goya Awards, including Best Film and Director, and was nominated for Best International Feature Film and Best Sound at this year’s Academy Awards. The film is earning a stellar 92% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes which calls it “an unforgettable exercise in tension” and “a brutal reminder that the journey can be more important than the destination.” PLAN: Please purchase your ticket for the 7:00pm showing and we’ll meet inside the upstairs lobby between 6:40 and 6:50pm. Super Tuesday ticket price is just $6.50 (including online fee)! Advance ticket purchase is advised (via Gateway website preferred). Once you have yours, please list your seat number in the Comments section of this event! This one will be a “movie only” event. 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