Strategic Philanthropy

Primo incontro ufficiale della Green Software Foundation del 2026 (a Milano, ospiti di TeamSystem) per parlare delle novità nel mondo del Green Software e presentare **SCI for AI.** Esploreremo strategie attuabili per i product manager e gli operatori esperti all'interno delle aziende di prodotti digitali, affinché affrontino in modo proattivo l'impatto ambientale delle proprie organizzazioni che vogliono usare l'AI. **ATTENZIONE EVENTO A MILANO!**

**ToWork è una micro-community che ogni settimana organizza dopo lavoro informali tra LAVORATORI DIGITALI, FREELANCE, CREATIVI E REMOTE WORKERS.** **Ad ogni incontro ti sentirai parte di un gruppo e farai nuove interessanti amicizie partendo dal tuo lavoro.** Ti sentirai subito tra amici, garantito! ⚠️*PER PARTECIPARE È FONDAMENTALE REGISTRARSI AL LINK QUI SOTTO.* **La location la scoprirai SOLO DOPO LA REGISTRAZIONE.👇🏻** [CLICCA QUI PER REGISTRARTI](https://luma.com/e6u1nmr7)

**🍻 SOCIAL DRINKING GAMES** Ice-breakers? Boring. We prefer cups, rules you’ll forget in 5 minutes, and instant friendships. Lose the game, take a sip. Win the game, take a sip anyway. ⋯⋯⋯ 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/

PELLEDOCA 🪿🪿🪿🪿 GIOVEDI 12 febbraio Festeggeremo compleanno Carmen 🥂🍾 GRAN BUFFET 15€ con drink Antipasti, primi, secondi e frutta Start BUFFET 20:30 fino alle 22:30. Tavolo tutta sera a nostra disposizione Presentati all’ingresso in LISTA ELIO e sarai con bella gente da conoscere 😍per poi fare un brindisi tutti insieme Dalle ore 22:30 Entrata 10€ Quindi cosa aspetti? PRENOTA il tuo aperitivo o il tuo tavolo a tuo nome. SERATA PERFETTA PER NUOVE AMICIZIE Se vuoi puoi prenotare la CENA con amici o con la tua azienda 45€ + un drink in OMAGGIO Guardaroba obbligatorio 1€ Milano viale Forlanini 121 Parcheggio 3€ Come arrivare? Clicca il link qui sotto ⬇️ https://maps.app.goo.gl/xkzKhvMvMhHn2DN7A?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy Se non hai l’auto scaricati, WAYLA e registrati. Un trasporto economico milanese per tutta la notte. https://apps.apple.com/it/app/wayla/id6479307130

A playful creative workshop where paper, scissors, and a little imagination come together. Starting from a simple sheet of paper, we’ll cut, fold, and glue our way into fun pop-up Valentine cards that literally pop with love. Tiny surprises, bold colors, and sweet details jump out of the page—because love should never stay flat. Get ready to craft, laugh, and make something that pops just in time for Valentine’s Day. **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)

Benvenuti all’Alpha Café — uno spazio per chi vuole crescere, riflettere e trasformare. Ogni settimana ci incontriamo per esplorare insieme temi che intrecciano mente, emozioni e azioni, con l’obiettivo di comprendere meglio noi stessi e contribuire a una società più empatica. Cosa succede all’Alpha Café? - Apriamo con una meditazione di gruppo, per centrarci e connetterci. - Introduciamo il tema della serata con una breve presentazione multimediale. - Apriamo il confronto: una discussione libera e profonda su come il tema tocca la nostra vita quotidiana. - Concludiamo con un momento conviviale, per rilassarci e stare bene insieme. Un’ora per pensare, sentire, condividere. Ti aspettiamo!

🍻 **Join Us for Tech Startups in the Pub - Milan Edition!** 🍻 Hey there! 🌟 We'd love for you to join us for our next edition of *Tech Startups in the Pub,* this time in Milan, Italy! The event is scheduled for **6:30 PM local Italian time**. The platform does not allow us to change the time zone, so we can only create events with the GMT time, thus you will see the invitation for 7:30 PM, but you definitely want to come earlier. It's a relaxed evening at The O'Connell Irish Pub, and run by Volodymyr. We have been running for 3.5 years in London and we are excited to now run our monthly events in Milan as well, welcoming new folks to the community. Whether you're a tech founder, an enthusiast, a budding entrepreneur, or simply curious about the tech scene, you'll fit right in. This isn't about panels or pitching, just good old-fashioned networking with like-minded people over a drink on a Thursday evening. Important information about the location and time. **It is in the ZTL zone**, so please do not come by car. Please use public transport or walk. **House Rules:** * Find Volodymyr to introduce yourself so we can welcome you properly. The pub knows we are coming, so you should be able to find us easily. * No hard selling or heavy pitching. This is a chill, friendly after-work get-together. * Not drinking? No worries! You're more than welcome to come hang out and enjoy the conversation. Mark your calendar and come down for some fun tech talk. See you there!

Percorso Komoot https://www.komoot.com/tour/2704111939 [Link al percorso Interattivo su Komoot](https://www.komoot.com/tour/2704111939) Questo percorso ad anello parte da Sella Nuova e si sviluppa attraversando il Parco delle Cave, con i suoi laghetti ricchi di scorci naturali e fauna locale, ideali per una pausa rilassante. Lungo il tragitto si incontrano diverse aree dedicate agli animali, tra cui l'Area Cani del Parco delle Cave, perfetta per far scorrazzare i nostri amici a quattro zampe in libertà. Si prosegue poi verso il ponte ciclopedonale sul Fossone, dove si può ammirare un grazioso laghetto e continuare fino alle porte di Milano. L’itinerario si conclude con una vista panoramica dalla cima del Monte Stella, una “montagna urbana” ricca di storia e sterrato, che offre un suggestivo sguardo sulla città.​ ## Punti salienti: * Laghetti del Parco delle Cave * Area Cani per la libertà degli animali * Ponte ciclopedonale sul Fossone * Vista su Milano dal Monte Stella *** ## English description This ring route starts from Sella Nuova and leads through Parco delle Cave, with its charming lakes and natural scenery, perfect for a relaxing break. Along the route, you'll find several dog-friendly areas, especially the Dog Area in Parco delle Cave, where you can let your furry friends run free. The trail continues to the pedestrian and cycling bridge over the Fossone, offering views of a lovely pond, and then heads towards the outskirts of Milan. The tour ends with a panoramic view from Monte Stella, an “urban mountain” built with wartime debris, providing a unique perspective over the city amidst dirt paths and green spaces.​ ## Highlights: * Lakes of Parco delle Cave * Dog area for letting pets off-leash * Pedestrian/cycling bridge over Fossone * Milan panoramic view from Monte Stella

**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

**📺 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/

💌 *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.

**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

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/