Strategic Philanthropy

Trova la tua anima gemella prima dello scoccare della mezzanotte! Venerdì 13 febbraio 2026, proprio alla vigilia del giorno più romantico dell’anno, ci ritroviamo al Fifty Five di Milano per un evento dedicato a chi ha voglia di mettersi in gioco, socializzare e, chissà, trovare la dolce metà. Buffet a isole, 1 cocktail + un flute di spumante offerto dal nostro staff. Una bella serata, bella musica, bella gente. Avremo una zona con tavoli riservati per gli “Sconosciuti”. **Fifty Five Milano** Via Piero della Francesca, 55/A – 20154 Milano **Info e prenotazioni:** **Prenotazione obbligatoria, manda un Whatsapp al 347/5686000** **scrivendo: 13fifty, il tuo nome, età + numero tuoi ospiti** P.S. La direzione del locale si riserva il diritto di selezione all’ingresso Per gli uomini: no maglietta e pantaloni corti o con strappi . APERITIVO dedicato ai Single di Milano al Fifty Five **Venerdì 13 Febbraio 2026: ASPETTANDO SAN VALENTINO** dalle 20,00 alle 03,00 (all’ingresso dire: PRENOTAZIONE SCONOSCIUTI e nome indicato nella prenotazione) **Costo di 20 euro comprensivo di:** – ingresso – 1 drink – 1 flute di spumante – grand buffet ad isole (aperitivo fino alle 22,30) – DinnerShow e a seguire Dj set fino alle 03,00 – ZONA RISERVATA PER I TAVOLI DEL NOSTRO GRUPPO (fino alle 23,00) Se entri dalle 22,30 alla 01,00: – ingresso con 1 drink: 20,00€ \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* Vi aspettiamo numerosi!!!!! Venerdì 13 Febbraio 2026 ore 20,00 **Info e prenotazioni: Per poter partecipare alla serata:** **Prenotazione obbligatoria, manda un Whatsapp al 347/5686000** **scrivendo: 13fifty, il tuo nome, età + numero tuoi ospiti** P.S. La direzione del locale si riserva il diritto di selezione all’ingresso.

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

## **4 hours. One crew. The easiest way to experience Milan nightlife.** Milan is iconic after dark—but if you don’t know where to go, it’s easy to waste the night in the wrong places (or spend it queueing). **Riviera Bar Crawl Milan** is built for travelers, expats, students, and **solo travelers** who want a **fun, social, stress-free** night out with an international crowd. Show up, meet people fast, and let the night unfold—together. ## ✅ WHY THIS MILAN BAR CRAWL WORKS **1) Meet people instantly (even if you come solo)** This is the easiest way to turn a random night in Milan into a night with a real crew. **2) No planning, no guesswork** You don’t need to research bars, neighborhoods, or “where to go next.” You just enjoy the experience. **3) The energy of a real travel community** Riviera Bar Crawl Tours has welcomed **100,000+ delighted clients** and features **1291 reviews** across the website—so you’re joining something proven, not a gamble. ## 🕒 THE EXPERIENCE * **Tour name:** Riviera Bar Crawl Milan * **Duration:** **4H00** * **From:** **EUR 25.00** ## 📍 MEETING POINT **Ostello Bello** **Via Medici, 4, Milan (Metropolitan City of Milan, Italy)** ## 🎟️ WHAT’S INCLUDED Your ticket includes the **organized bar crawl experience** (details like number of venues, drinks, shots, and deals depend on the specific Milan product setup). ## 💬 QUICK OBJECTIONS * **“I’m solo.”** Perfect—this is exactly what a **pub crawl in Milan** is for: easy social vibes and instant connections. * **“I don’t know Milan nightlife.”** That’s the point—no planning, no stress. * **“What if it’s quiet?”** Riviera runs experiences in top destinations and has strong social proof across the brand—this is designed to be a real group night out. ## 🚀 BOOK NOW Spots go quickly on popular nights—don’t wait until you’re standing outside wondering where to go. 👉 **[Book Riviera Bar Crawl Milan now](https://rivierabarcrawltours.com/tour/pub-crawl-milan/)** **Riviera Bar Crawl Milan** — your simplest, most social way to experience **Milan nightlife**, meet new people, and make the most of your trip.

Aerial Yoga is an artistic system of working in weightlessness, inspired by traditional yoga and fused with ancient concepts of suspension work, using equipment specifically designed for this practice. The method perfectly combines elements of Natha Yoga, Pilates, movement philosophy, dance, relaxation, and gymnastics. This makes Aerial Yoga a conceptual system that enhances both physical and emotional work, addressing the individual in a holistic way while using the aerial hammock as its platform. Aerial Yoga is a method suitable for everyone: it is inclusive and adaptable to elite athletes, yoga enthusiasts, Pilates practitioners, rehabilitation centers, seniors, gyms, and more. **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)

VENERDI' 13 Febbraio 2026 Dalle 21:00 Alle 23:45 @ArteMadia _ zona NoLo Milano, Via Pimentel 5 Che cos'è l'ecstatic dance? L'Ecstatic Dance è un processo che ti permette di scoprire la tua danza personale, così unica che non può essere riprodotta da nessun altro. La danza consapevole e libera è il linguaggio d'elezione per esprimere in modo diretto e primordiale la nostra energia più pura. Questa esperienza ci dona una libertà infinita dai vincoli e dai giudizi in modo che possiamo espandere il nostro potenziale e muoverci fino a liberare la vitalità più autentica che è in noi. Il Dance floor assume un'energia esplosiva quando tutti si lasciano andare alla propria danza e l'estasi naturale viene condivisa. Ti chiediamo gentilmente di arrivare in orario così da poter incominciare tutti insieme. TIME TABLE: 21:00 Welcome 21:30 Warm Up: Francesca La notte 21:45 Ecstatic Dance: Dj Massi The Lokett 23.30 : Landing - Sound bath (tibetan Bowls) 23:45 Closing Circle

venerdì sera ci troviamo in questo bellissimo locale invernale dove gustare un ottimo buffet in compagnia al prezzo di 17€ comprensivo anche della prima consumazione. Avremo il nostro tavolo riservato dove poter conoscerci chiacchierare e fare amicizia. Dalle 22,30 chi vuole può rimanere a ballare la migliore musica dagli anni 70 ai giorni nostri. Evento consigliato a un pubblico over 35/40. Gradita la conferma via whatsapp ai nostri numeri: Enrico 3930134920 melissa 3755058482

**📺 SUNDAY MATCHDAY** Big screens, loud reactions and opinions nobody asked for. Grab a drink, pick a side (or change it mid-game), and enjoy sports the social way. Ref complaints included. ⋯⋯⋯ 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/

**Torre Branca Experience, Aperitivo & DJ Set** **Saturday, February 14** A **social, vibrant, and panoramic night** designed for people who love meeting new faces, sharing experiences, and enjoying Milan at one of its most iconic moments — on the road to the Winter Games. This is not just an event, it’s a **flowing experience** that moves from skyline views to aperitivo vibes, and ends on the dancefloor. *** ### 🌆 Start from the top: **Torre Branca** The evening kicks off with a **panoramic ascent** to Torre Branca, in the heart of Parco Sempione. From above, Milan opens up in all its beauty — and on this special night, you’ll also enjoy a **privileged view of the Olympic cauldron**. Every hour, from **7:30 PM to 11:00 PM**, the cauldron lights up with a **3–5 minute light show**. A powerful mix of lights, music, and emotion, enhanced by the **original soundtrack by Roberto Cacciapaglia** and the light installations curated by the **Milano Cortina 2026 Foundation**. *** ### 🍸 Aperitivo, vibes & connections at **JustMe Milano** After the tower experience, the night continues at **JustMe Milano**, a stylish venue overlooking Parco Sempione — perfect for **socializing, chatting, and relaxing** with a drink in hand. Expect: * A **curated aperitivo** * A lively, international crowd * Music setting the mood for the rest of the night And thanks to our partner **Fernet-Branca**, all guests will enjoy a **complimentary tasting** of one of Milan’s most iconic brands. *** ### 🎧 From aperitivo to party As the night goes on, the energy rises. From **11:00 PM**, the venue transforms into a full **clubbing experience**, with: * **International guest DJ** * Dancefloor vibes until **5:00 AM** * A seamless mix of locals and international guests *** ## 💫 Event Package – Exclusive Eventi Milano Guest List **Limited availability** **€15 per person** (entry from 7:45 PM), including: * 🍹 1 drink * 🍽 Royal buffet * 🌿 1 Fernet-Branca tasting * 🗼 1 complimentary ticket to **Torre Branca** 🕘 **Aperitivo until 10:00 PM** 🎟 **Tower access until 11:30 PM** *Please note: Torre Branca may close in case of strong wind or adverse weather conditions, for safety reasons.* *** ### 🕒 Schedule at a glance * **7:30 PM – 10:00 PM** Aperitivo & tasting at JustMe Milano * **7:30 PM – 11:30 PM** Panoramic ascent to Torre Branca * **11:00 PM – 5:00 AM** Night party with international DJ

### NON È COME PENSI Cena • Giochi • Conoscenze • Karaoke finale Non è la classica serata di San Valentino e non è un evento solo per coppie. **“Non è come pensi”** è un’esperienza sociale pensata per creare connessioni autentiche attraverso una **cena condivisa**, **giochi di gruppo**, conversazioni fuori dagli schemi e un **finale karaoke** vissuto insieme, senza giudizio. Durante la serata non si parlerà solo di amore, ma anche di temi inaspettati, leggeri e profondi allo stesso tempo, con l’obiettivo di **rompere il ghiaccio**, conoscersi e vivere qualcosa di diverso dal solito. *** ### 🔹 COSA SUCCEDERÀ * Cena conviviale * Attività e giochi pensati per far interagire tutti * Momenti di confronto e conoscenza * Karaoke finale aperto a chi vuole partecipare Non è richiesta nessuna abilità particolare: basta la voglia di mettersi in gioco. *** ### 🔹 A CHI È RIVOLTO * Single * Coppie * Amici * Persone curiose e aperte all’incontro È adatto sia a un pubblico giovane che adulto. *** ### 🔹 COSA NON È * Non è uno speed date * Non è una cena romantica tradizionale * Non è uno spettacolo da guardare ma a cui partecipare 👉 È un’esperienza **partecipativa**. *** ### 🔹 CLIMA DELLA SERATA Informale, rispettoso, inclusivo. Ognuno partecipa **quanto e come si sente**. *** ### 🔹 INFO IMPORTANTI 📍 Maremoto – Dateo, Milano 📅 14 febbraio ⏰ Inizio cena: [20:30...] 🍽️ Cena inclusa 🎟️ Prenotazione **obbligatoria** / posti limitati

SAVE THE DATE - 14/02 bouquet + merenda + attività self growth Si potrà accedere solo tramite acquisto ticket L’esperienza include un bouquet di Studio Margarita, bevanda calda (escluso matcha) e powerball (in foto, senza glutine) e faremo insieme un’attività legata al self-love Sarà mooolto bello, ci sono purtroppo posti limitati 🤍 fate sapere se vi registrate https://www.theseed-milano.com/our-workshops/self-love-self-growth-14-2

## **4 hours. One crew. The easiest way to experience Milan nightlife.** Milan is iconic after dark—but if you don’t know where to go, it’s easy to waste the night in the wrong places (or spend it queueing). **Riviera Bar Crawl Milan** is built for travelers, expats, students, and **solo travelers** who want a **fun, social, stress-free** night out with an international crowd. Show up, meet people fast, and let the night unfold—together. ## ✅ WHY THIS MILAN BAR CRAWL WORKS **1) Meet people instantly (even if you come solo)** This is the easiest way to turn a random night in Milan into a night with a real crew. **2) No planning, no guesswork** You don’t need to research bars, neighborhoods, or “where to go next.” You just enjoy the experience. **3) The energy of a real travel community** Riviera Bar Crawl Tours has welcomed **100,000+ delighted clients** and features **1291 reviews** across the website—so you’re joining something proven, not a gamble. ## 🕒 THE EXPERIENCE * **Tour name:** Riviera Bar Crawl Milan * **Duration:** **4H00** * **From:** **EUR 25.00** ## 📍 MEETING POINT **Ostello Bello** **Via Medici, 4, Milan (Metropolitan City of Milan, Italy)** ## 🎟️ WHAT’S INCLUDED Your ticket includes the **organized bar crawl experience** (details like number of venues, drinks, shots, and deals depend on the specific Milan product setup). ## 💬 QUICK OBJECTIONS * **“I’m solo.”** Perfect—this is exactly what a **pub crawl in Milan** is for: easy social vibes and instant connections. * **“I don’t know Milan nightlife.”** That’s the point—no planning, no stress. * **“What if it’s quiet?”** Riviera runs experiences in top destinations and has strong social proof across the brand—this is designed to be a real group night out. ## 🚀 BOOK NOW Spots go quickly on popular nights—don’t wait until you’re standing outside wondering where to go. [👉 ](https://rivierabarcrawltours.com/tour/pub-crawl-milan/)**[Book Riviera Bar Crawl Milan now](https://rivierabarcrawltours.com/tour/pub-crawl-milan/)** **Riviera Bar Crawl Milan** — your simplest, most social way to experience **Milan nightlife**, meet new people, and make the most of your trip.

**Urban Readings #1 — If Venice Dies by Salvatore Settis** Urban Readings is a monthly book club in Milan exploring cities through different lenses - design, architecture, sociology, politics, history, technology and many others. For our first meeting, we will discuss **"If Venice Dies" by Salvatore Settis**, an art historian, who provided reflections on the crisis of historic cities under the pressures of mass tourism, real estate speculation, and cultural commodification **Duration:** 1,5 hour **Who can join:** anyone interested in cities and urban life **Language:** English

💌 *Speciale San Valentino: celebra l’amore, anche quello per te stessa* San Valentino è il periodo dedicato all’amore… e quale occasione migliore per celebrare l'amicizia e **l’amore per noi stesse**? 💕 Ti invitiamo a una **Ladies Night speciale**, un aperitivo pensato per conoscerci, fare nuove amicizie e condividere momenti autentici in un’atmosfera accogliente e rilassata. 🥂 **Cosa faremo:** * Aperitivo in compagnia * Conversation games per rompere il ghiaccio e creare connessioni vere 🗓 **15 febbraio – ore 18:00** 📍 **Ğené Milano** \- Piazzale Governo Provvisorio\, 4\, Milano \(M1 Turro o Rovereto\) 🎟 **20,00 euro**, aperitivo buffet e drink inclusi 💃🏻 **dress code:** wear your fav dress ✍️ **Letter to Your Future Self** Prenditi un momento solo per te. Con carta e penna, (stationery fornita ✨), scriverai una lettera alla te stessa del futuro: pensieri, sogni, promesse. Una lettera che potrai aprire **tra un anno**, e che sarà qualcosa di davvero speciale 💫 👯‍♀️ **Per chi è questo evento:** * Per ragazze che vogliono fare nuove amicizie * Per chi ama conversazioni profonde ma anche risate leggere * Per chi vuole celebrare le ragazze, la connessione e l’amore per sé Non serve venire con qualcuno: **qui si arriva da sole e si va via con nuove amiche** 💗 **Conferma la tua partecipazione** Per partecipare, ti chiediamo di confermare con una commissione di 20,00 euro, tramite questi due modi: * **[PayPal](https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/beatricepalacco?country.x=IT&locale.x=it_IT)** (seleziona “Amici e familiari” senza commissioni) * **[Satispay](https://web.satispay.com/app/match/link/user/S6Y-CON--B5302524-6C58-4345-8285-ED03CA0C02D6?amount=1000&currency=EUR)** al numero 3394436054 **Causale pagamento**: esempio: email + 15.02 *Il pagamento può essere effettuato fino ad un giorno prima dell'evento, salvo disponibilità posti.* Posti limitati – prenota il tuo posto e regalati questa serata speciale.

Join us as we get together to get together to help those in need at this CMG Gives Back event! For this event, we’ll help prepare food, serve meals, assist residents, wash dishes and clean surfaces at Fath Mission – Grant Kitchen. We have a great little community of Movie Group friends so rather than see a movie this time, we’ll help “Create a better world” by helping serve those in need. Here are complete details and our plan for this event: FAITH MISSION – GRANT KITCHEN: The Faith Mission kitchen and dining room serves residents 3 meals a day, every day of the year. Our group will help prepare food, serve meals, assist residents in the dining room, wash dishes, and clean surfaces. PLAN: We will be preparing / serving / cleaning for BRUNCH from 10:30am to 12:30pm and have space for a total of 7 volunteers. Please arrive at 10:15am and wear closed-toe shoes and long pants. LOCATION: Faith Mission – Grant Kitchen is located at 245 N. Grant Ave. Enter the kitchen at Dock 1, indicated in the attached map. On-site and street parking are available in the surrounding area. Below are some links / attachments with additional info/details: \* LSS Volunteer Guidelines: Uploaded to photos. \* Parking Map Info: Uploaded to photos. \* LSS Faith Mission Orientation Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bp46_6ay6iA \* Link with Additional Details / Info: https://lss.vomo.org/opportunity/faith-mission-grant-kitchen-2025 IMPORTANT REMINDER: Our group will be providing the all of the volunteers on this day so a firm RSVP count is essential. Please only sign up if you are certain you’ll be able to attend. If something unavoidable comes up, please update your RSVP no later than one week prior to the event. With very few exceptions, no shows or cancelations within 1 week of the event will not be eligible for future CMG Gives Back events. I appreciate your understanding as we try to ensure the agencies have the volunteers needed to provide the essential services they provide to the vulnerable population they serve. THANK YOU: This CMG Gives Back event provides an opportunity for YOU to get involved in helping others! Benefits go well beyond the help we give to others. Volunteering provides a wide range of personal benefits, including positive effects on mental and physical health, reduced stress/depression/anxiety, increased happiness and improved purpose, life-satisfaction and personal well-being! Plus, the opportunity to get involved, connect with others and help those in need. PARTNER AGENCY: This event is hosted by Lutheran Social Services (LSS), which serves thousands of people in need each day in 27 Ohio counties by addressing the four core societal issues of food, shelter, safety and healing. LSS offers food through the LSS Food Pantries, housing and supportive services through LSS Faith Mission and LSS Faith Mission of Fairfield County homeless shelters, domestic violence services through LSS CHOICES for Victims of Domestic Violence, senior living and health care, affordable housing communities, and other services that uplift families and strengthen communities. Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

As you may or may not know--I didn't until late last year--Aristotle wrote extensively on "friendship" in the Nicomachean Ethics. After 69 years the concept of friendship still creates questions and uncertainty. I had close friends in high school and for a few years after high school but our interests diverged and people moved all over the country so it was hard to maintain connections. * So if I/you haven't talked with a friend for several years, are you still friends? Are we friends who meet at Drunken Philosophy or Omnipresent Atheists? * Can you be friends with someone with whom you have virulently divergent political views? Sartre and Camus could not. * Aristotle regarded friendship as essential to a good life, not merely an added "bonus." Do you agree? * In the Nicomachean Ethics (Books VIII and IX), he claims that wealth and power are meaningless without friends. Trump has wealth and power but seems to have no real friends, but wealth and power seem meaningful to him in perverted ways. Can you have meaning in your life without friends? * Do men and women view and maintain friendships in different ways? * Aristotle categorizes friendship into three types, based on what forms the bond: * **Utility**: Based on mutual benefit, but this type is fragile and ends when the usefulness ceases. * **Pleasure**: Based on shared enjoyment (e.g., humor, hobbies). Common among youth but fades as interests change. * **Virtue (The "Complete" Friendship)**: Based on mutual respect for each other's character and goodness. You wish good for the other for their sake, not yours. * **Key Principles of "True" (Virtuous) Friendship:** * **Permanence**: Virtuous friendships last a lifetime whereas those based on utility and pleasure are fleeting. * **Reciprocity**: Requires mutual goodwill; secret or unreciprocated affection does not qualify. * **The "Second Self"**: A true friend is "another self"—their virtue helps you understand and improve yourself. * **Time and Intimacy**: Deep ("complete") friendships are few, built on time and shared experiences. * **Self-Love and Friendship:** * Good friendship starts with being a friend to yourself. * They distinguish shallow egoism (chasing honors) from real self-love (pursuing virtue). * A virtuous person’s pleasant self-company allows them to be a stable, good friend to others. * Aristotle argues that one's social circle ultimately reflects one's character—a view with striking relevance today. Well--the Drunken Philosophy social circle certainly reflects good character!

Why are we unhappy? Where does emotional pain come from? Studies show that people who suffer from long-term emotional pain have painful experiences in their lives that were never fully resolved in their mind. In other words, there were issues in the past that were not completely dealt with. This can include abuse in childhood, breakups, divorce, death of a loved one, to name a few. How do you know whether you have gotten over something painful? Here is an easy test: Do you still have attention on what had happened to you? For instance, do you still find yourself thinking about something painful that you went through? If you are, then you are not over it. In fact, in severe cases, people find themselves playing a "tape" in their mind over and over again. So how do you heal from your past? How do you stop the "tape" playing in your mind? In this meeting, you will learn a technique to help you with that. Come join us! Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there. This group is created by the Dianetics and Scientology life improvement center.

**When:** Saturday\, February 21 \| 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM **Where:** [1124 Parsons Ave, Columbus, OH 43206](https://twodollarradiohq.com/about-us) Looking for a night of meaningful connection and great vegan food? Join us at [Two Dollar Radio Headquarters](https://www.google.com/viewer/place?mid=/g/11fkn49_yq&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwj14_nkjsWSAxVt4ckDHdRCH4oQqdYPegYIAQgFEAI) for a special community gathering! **What’s on the menu?** While [2$R](https://www.google.com/viewer/place?mid=/g/11fkn49_yq&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwj14_nkjsWSAxVt4ckDHdRCH4oQqdYPegYIAQgGEAI) typically serves a selection of [house-made sandwiches](https://twodollarradiohq.com/weekly-food) and vegan pastries, they are creating a **special menu** specifically for our event. You can also grab a coffee, tea, or a drink from their [full bar](https://twodollarradiohq.com/) of cocktails and beer. **The Main Event:** * **Play:** Bring a favorite game from home to share or dive into the ones available at the shop. * **Connect:** Meet new and old friends in a space that values independent culture and plant-based living. * **Support:** Help us champion a local, family-owned vegan business that doubles as a powerhouse [indie book publisher](https://twodollarradio.com/pages/headquarters). **Parking Instructions:** * **Street Parking:** There is free public street parking available on both sides of Parsons Avenue and on the surrounding residential side streets. * **Lot Parking:** The [Columbus Metropolitan Library](https://www.google.com/viewer/place?mid=/g/126262ks5&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwj14_nkjsWSAxVt4ckDHdRCH4oQqdYPegYIAQgKEAM) lot (1113 Parsons Ave) is located directly across the street and is available for guest use **only after the library has closed**. On Saturdays, the lot is typically available starting at 6:00 PM. * **Bike Parking:** For those cycling, there is a bike rack conveniently located at the corner of Cline and Parsons.

Join us for a vibrant gathering that honors the heart and hustle of local entrepreneurs. It Takes a Village is more than an event it’s a movement to uplift and spotlight small business owners who pour passion into their craft and creativity into our community. From authors and bakers to jewelry makers, t-shirt designers, candle crafters, and beyond. This is your chance to meet the makers, support their work and celebrate the spirit of collaboration. **_Expect_** * Local vendors showcasing handmade goods * Live demos and storytelling from featured creators * Food, music, and community vibes * Opportunities to shop, connect and be inspired * Celebrate the power of small businesses and we all rise

At Evolve Synergy Sessions, you'll be part of a supportive mastermind where we share challenges, brainstorm solutions, and inspire one another to take bold steps in our businesses. Grow your network, gain fresh perspectives, and build meaningful relationships with like-minded women who are committed to success. Whether you’re looking to move the needle in your business or simply need a space to connect and recharge, this is the perfect place to fuel your entrepreneurial journey. [Add Event to Calendar](https://evolvecolumbus.eventcalendarapp.com/) \*\* Please note, we will be arriving around 8:15a for open networking! Get there early and get connected! Contact Alexis Morley at [alexis.morley@edwardjones.com](mailto:alexis.morley@edwardjones.com) or Terri Lawson at [terri.lawson@e-merge.com](mailto:terri.lawson@e-merge.com) for more information.

Interested? Contact Preston Moore k.preston.moore@gmail.com 614-300-5989 ———————————— Engaging in men’s work is the new way to forge friendships while being open-minded to personal growth. Many men experience healthier relationships, personally and professionally, by engaging in this work. Open Men’s Group is a container for men to share vulnerably without receiving judgment or feedback. We believe that emotionally mature, powerful, compassionate, and purpose-driven men will help heal some of society’s deepest wounds. We support the powerful brilliance of men and we are willing to look at, and take full responsibility for, the pain we are also capable of creating – and suffering. We care deeply about men, our families, communities, and the planet. Visit ManKind Project USA to discover more. https://mkpusa.org/