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**Torre Branca Experience, Aperitivo & DJ Set** **Saturday, March 7** 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 Paralympic 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 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

Questa **Giornata della Donna** non sarà la solita uscita. Abbiamo creato un’esperienza speciale, pensata per farci sentire viste, ascoltate e ispirate. ✨ **Una serata dedicata alle donne di tutte le età.** ✨ **Un momento per fermarci, guardarci negli occhi e ricordarci chi siamo.** _______________________________________________________ ## Informazioni Data: **07 Marzo** ⏰ Ore: 19:30 (chiediamo gentilmente **puntualità** per rispettare il programma stabilito) Luogo: **Maremoto Brewing Co -** Via Castel Morrone 1/A – Milano A pochi passi dalla fermata **Dateo M4 (linea blu)** Passante ferroviario Dateo Bus 92 e 60 (**Facilmente** raggiungibile) ## ⚠️ Posti Limitati Per mantenere un’atmosfera intima e autentica, i posti sono limitati. Potete prenotarvi: ✔️ Direttamente su **Meetup** ✔️ Oppure al numero: **[375 704 9837](https://wa.me/393757049837?text=Vorrei%prenotarmi)** _______________________________________________________ ## Il Programma della Serata **Inizio ore 19:30 - Brindisi di Benvenuto** Inizieremo con un brindisi per rompere il ghiaccio e conoscerci. **Momento Condivisione (anche in forma anonima)** Ci saranno domande profonde a cui potrai rispondere anche in modo incognito. Uno spazio sicuro dove ogni voce conta. **Ospite Speciale – Tenore di Musica Classica** Avremo la presenza del tenore peruviano **[Luis José Alvarez Del Villar](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3tcVFn4E6CA)** che ci regalerà un momento musicale elegante ed emozionante. ️**Cena Conviviale** Continueremo con la cena, parlando, conoscendoci e creando connessioni vere. **Laboratorio Vision Board** Un momento creativo e potente: costruiremo insieme la nostra vision board per immaginare chi vogliamo essere e cosa desideriamo realizzare nei prossimi 10 anni. Perché non è mai troppo tardi per scegliere i propri sogni. **Il Post-it delle Parole Belle** Ogni donna scriverà una parola positiva per un’altra partecipante. Ognuna tornerà a casa con un piccolo tesoro fatto di incoraggiamento e bellezza. **Finale Karaoke & Party** Il nostro tenore aprirà il momento karaoke… e poi spazio alla musica, al ballo e alla **libertà di cantare e scatenarsi**!

Milan is older than it looks. On Saturday, 7 March, we walk again. Not to see the city, but to see what lies beneath it. Starting from Piazza del Duomo, this 2-hour narrated walk traces the hidden presence of Roman Milan. The exact route won’t be revealed in advance, because discovery works best when it unfolds step by step. This isn’t a tour. It’s not a lecture. It’s a shared exploration. Led by a scholar, the walk moves at a human pace, weaving stories, fragments, and forgotten layers into the present city. It’s for those who are curious, who enjoy slow conversations, and who want to experience Milan differently, beyond monuments and postcards. ✅ **Mandatory:** To join, you must **subscribe via the Google Form AND** **join the Telegram group**. Only participants who complete both will be admitted. The Roman Empire didn’t vanish. It settled into the foundations. And it’s still there. 📍 Start: Piazza del Duomo, in front of **McDonald’s,** Milan 🗓 Saturday, 7 March 🍹 Optional aperitivo 📋 **Register [here](https://forms.gle/H4UQPNNxqJdxNnug6)** 👉 **Join the [Telegram group](https://t.me/+MM8zx1Z06YEwZjhk)**

## **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.

Continua il nostro 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

Free English Stand-up Comedy show at Churchill Caffe, Porta Venezia at 20:30 Welcome to the San Remo special of 'MILANO COMEDY NIGHTS: Porta Venezia edition 😎!!! Join us on 28th February, Saturday for the 'COMEDY SAN REMO' 2026 of ENGLISH STAND-UP COMEDY🎙 at Churchill Caffe. Our comedians are awful singers, but they are good at making jokes. So if you dont know what to do during San Remo, dont worry, come find us, well crack some jokes, and who knows maybe even a song! Featuring comedians from all around the world— some flew here, some took the metro, and a few just got lost and ended up on stage. From culture shocks, Questura visits 💀, to metro fails🚇, Uni disasters🎓, aperitivo gossips🍹, Milano traumas🤷🏻‍♂ and dating mishaps💕 — nothing’s off-limits. Grab a drink🍻, and get ready for an evening of laughter, and you can get to vote for your favorite comedians. IMPORTANT: While the entry for the comedy is free, there is a 10€-minimum-consumption (includes 1 cocktail) from the bar that has to be paid at the entrance itself. If you also wish to book a table to eat, please do call the bar to confirm a reservation so that they can arrange your table accordingly. 🗓 28th Februrary, Saturday 🕕 20:30 📌 Via Manuzio 6, Milano (M1 Porta Venezia, M3 Repubblica) 📲 Book your table: call 3493119945 or reserve on Eventbrite For more info, contact the organiser Vamshi on Instagram @vamshi_kd22

Per chi volesse unirsi domenica organizziamo un pranzo sui navigli con dj set!!! DOMENICA 8 MARZO TESTAMI Alzaia naviglio grande, 122 Milano Taglieri mix con Sgabei Testaroli ragù di salsiccia Grigliata mix con patate Acqua vino ogni 3 persone Dj set dalle 12 alle 16 Costo della giornata 40€ solo su prenotazione!!! info e prenotazioni Enrico 3930134920 melissa 3755058482

**Limited spots:** 1. **Only active members of our volleyball group can join until further notice/invite.** 2. **RSVP by Saturday, and please confirm only if you can commit.** We can’t accept unconfirmed drop-ins or show-ups at the court. 3. If you’re unsure whether you can make it, contact Ellie by Saturday. Please don’t rely on the waitlist, as last-minute spots may not be possible to fill. **What to expect:** we’re a casual, low-intermediate group. Most of us have played before, but this is not a training session or a highly structured game setup, the goal is to have fun, stay active, and enjoy good games together. * Casual 5v5 * We warm up first, then teams will be assigned on court * Court: covered + heated * Arrive 10 minutes early so we can start on time * Cost: €10.50 per person (card ok; cash backup) **Important:** * If you’re looking for a more competitive or structured setup, these regular games may not be the best fit, feel free to organize separate sessions with others or reach out to Ellie 🤞 * Please be respectful: **arrive on time, rotate when asked, and keep a team-first attitude** so everyone gets a solid run. **About WE NEED + (MORE) PPL** We’re building a community for adults 25–50 who enjoy real, low-pressure social time. Nothing formal, show up as you are. Keywords: community building, meet new people, make friends, adult friends, introvert-friendly, welcoming group, locals & expats, newcomers in Milan, social meetup, low-pressure social time, Sunday plans, Milan/Milano, Navigli, Porta Venezia, Isola, social sports, recreational volleyball, indoor beach volleyball, mixed levels, beginners welcome, intermediate welcome, skill-building, practice and play.

BOOK OF THE MONTH: Eating Ashes by Brenda Navarro (translation: Megan McDowell) MEETING LOCATION: Pancicchetto (Via Solferino 43) limited spaces open, must buy a drink WHEN: March 8th, 19:00-20:30 WHAT TO BRING: conversation!!, and your copy of the book SUGGESTED READING THEMES AND DISCUSSION TOPICS: * PLEASE feel free to bring your own discussion topics! * What is the significance of the book title and how does this play into themes of grief and loss? * The theme of migration is strong throughout the book, how does this shape the different characters? * The book is translated from Spanish, do you think this leaves gaps in our understanding as English readers?

**📺 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/

Join Milan Expats & Locals for a fun evening of board games at Draft, a cozy pub located near the bolivar area. This event is a perfect opportunity to meet new people, have a great time and enjoy some good beers and food while playing games.
Bring your own favorite board game or play with our strategy games like Catan, Coup, Uno, Cards against Humanity and Magic The Gathering. Whether you're an experienced player or a newcomer, this event is open to everyone and there is no obligation to spend, the event is free and open to everyone. So come along, relax and have a great time playing board games with a friendly community of expats and locals from Milan.
We'll also be crowd-sourcing for more games in the future, so be sure to bring any suggestions.
RSVP now to secure your spot.
Looking forward to seeing you there!
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Discover the brunch at STRAFHotel&Bar, in the heart of Milan, just steps from the Duomo. A contemporary and design-driven experience where architecture, art, and style blend into a unique space. Creative dishes, carefully selected beverages, and a vibrant atmosphere turn every bite into a moment to savor, immersed in the energy and authentic character of Milan. The brunch features a rich buffet with a selection of hot and cold dishes designed to satisfy all tastes, including vegan and healthy options for those looking for lightness without sacrificing flavor. **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)

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 15€. 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

**💞 Virtual Speed Dating – Tailored for Beginners – Meet Cleveland Singles This Evening!** **🔴 PLEASE READ: RSVP Alone Won't Secure Entry!** To participate, you must: (1) Click your age group link below, (2) Finish registration, and (3) Complete the personality quiz. **Limited places available** – sign up now before they're taken! **🎯 Pick Your Age Group & Sign Up Now:** - **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=369&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Cleveland&groupurlname=mosaic-mates-empowered-singles&ar=18-32&face_v=19.0) - **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=369&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Cleveland&groupurlname=mosaic-mates-empowered-singles&ar=30-46&face_v=19.0) - **Ages 40-58** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=369&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Cleveland&groupurlname=mosaic-mates-empowered-singles&ar=40-58&face_v=19.0) - **Ages 55+** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=369&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Cleveland&groupurlname=mosaic-mates-empowered-singles&ar=55+&face_v=19.0) --- 💡 **Intrigued by speed dating but feeling nervous?** We've got your back! We've guided thousands of newcomers into discovering how fun speed dating from home can be. Quick, enjoyable conversations with compatible singles – it's simpler than you'd expect and far more rewarding than any dating app. 🎯 **Perfect for:** - Newcomers looking for a safe space to build dating confidence - Curious newcomers eager to give speed dating a shot - First-time speed daters excited to try something different **How It Works** 1. **Register** – Click the sign-up link for your age bracket above. 2. **Complete the Matching Quiz** – Takes just a minute and significantly improves your matches. 3. **Log In & Get Comfortable** – Join the Zoom call and let the evening begin. Your host handles all the logistics! 4. **Meet Your Matches** – Rotate through enjoyable one-on-one rounds with Cleveland singles who share your energy. 5. **Your Results** – Check your matches and take the next step with someone special. **Event Details** - **Format:** Interactive Zoom meetup – feels like you're in the same room - **Location:** At home where you’re comfortable and relaxed – no packed venues - **Host:** Engaging guide who creates a relaxed, pressure-free space for beginners - **Vibe:** Engaging, live chats with Cleveland singles – no scripts, just good vibes - **Tech:** All you need is Zoom, a webcam, and a friendly smile - **Support:** Our host is on hand before, during, and after the event - **Duration:** Around 60–90 minutes of organised, enjoyable conversations ⭐ *"10/10 would attend again. The host was brilliant and I genuinely had fun dating!"* – Cleveland first-timer --- ✨ Your next great connection could be just one Zoom call away. Don’t overthink it – just show up! 💗 ✨

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

The Humanist Monthly Program is our longest running event and still a community favorite. In the old days it used to be called "Going to HCCO" and we still like to think of it as our flagship event. Food and drinks will be provided at the event. Feel free to show up a little bit early to hang out and talk. Our March speakers are Molly Gaines and Zack Parrish, co-organizers of the Secular Education Association: They will share their story of how a small group of Ohio parents grew into a national organization tracking released-time religious instruction and other church–state issues in public schools. The presentation will cover SEA’s early wins and hard lessons, what we’re seeing nationally right now, and how local advocates can play a meaningful role in protecting public education. Attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of the landscape — and practical ways to get involved. Going forward our meetings will be hybrid. You can meet us in-person or attend online Join Zoom Meeting [https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87836564953?pwd=4Mi57ElZkDIFlb1fnlNwOJ0NiOK4tP.1](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87836564953?pwd=4Mi57ElZkDIFlb1fnlNwOJ0NiOK4tP.1) Meeting ID: 878 3656 4953 Passcode: 760812 One tap mobile +19292056099,,87836564953#,,,,\*760812# US (New York) +13017158592,,87836564953#,,,,\*760812# US (Washington DC) The formal presentation will start at noon

The Unity of Columbus Resource Group for the Homeless is seeking compassionate volunteers who would like to help serve and uplift members of our homeless community. This group is dedicated to sharing kindness, resources, and support with individuals who may be experiencing difficult circumstances. Anyone with a heart for service is welcome to join us as we work together to make a positive difference in the lives of others. Community members are also invited to contribute by bringing helpful items for those in need. Donations of items can be contributed at the meeting and will be distributed to assist members of the homeless community. Please consider joining us and sharing this opportunity with friends, family, or associates who may also wish to help. Learn more about Unity of Columbus at www.unityofcolumbus.org or call (614) 267-8896. Together we can extend compassion, dignity, and support to our community. 💛

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.

Join us as we get together to see Ryan Gosling and Sandra Huller in the highly anticipated sci-fi adventure, PROJECT HAIL MARY! The film is based on the best-selling novel of The Martian and follows a man who awakens on a spacecraft before realizing his mission to save Earth. Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: A science teacher wakes up on a spaceship, light years from home with no recollection of who he is or how he got there. As his memory returns, he begins to uncover his mission to save the Earth. The film is directed by the filmmaking due Phil Lord and Christopher Miller (21 and 22 Jump Street, Into and Across the Spider-Verse) and is based on the 2021 novel by Andy Weir (The Martian). The film stars Ryan Gosling, Sandra Huller (Anatomy of a Fall, The Zone of Interest), Lionel Boyce, Milana Vayntrub and Ken Leung. TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5VYsnngkS_U MOVIE PLAN: Please purchase your ticket for the 2:30pm SuperScreen DLX showing and meet in the lobby area between 2:05 and 2:15pm! Tickets already on sale and will likely move fast for this hot ticket / opening weekend showing so advance ticket purchase as soon as possible is advised! Once you have yours, please list your seat number in the Comments section of this event. As a head’s up, this is a longer movie at 2hrs 36mins. DINNER PLAN: Dinner immediately following the movie at 5:30pm at group favorite, FUGU SUSHI, located just next door! Separate RSVP required for the Dinner / Movie portions of this event. An RSVP here means you're signed up for the MOVIE! This portion will be open as long as seats remain. If you also plan to join for dinner, please also RSVP in the separate event listing for the dinner portion of this event. Should be a good one, Dan

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