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Artisan Soap Making Workshop
Artisan Soap Making Workshop
The Soap Making Workshop is ready for launch!!!! :D Explore cold process soap making and take home your own handcrafted soap! Come and learn the technique of **Cold Process Soap Making**! This traditional soap making method transforms simple ingredients into beautiful, handcrafted soap. **This 2-hour workshop includes:** * Tuition from a bilingual qualified teacher and experienced cold process soap maker * A range of colours, fragrances, and additives to design your own soap * Your own handcrafted soap bar to take home * A copy of the course teaching materials and resources * Unlimited tisane, caffè, and biscuits 🍪 Take time out of your busy schedule to relax, unwind, and create something truly unique! :D **Limited Places!!** Adele 🌺 Scopri la saponificazione a freddo e porta a casa il tuo sapone! Vieni a imparare la tecnica della **Saponificazione a Metodo Freddo**! Questo metodo tradizionale trasforma ingredienti semplici in splendidi saponi artigianali. **Il workshop di 2 ore include:** * Insegnamento da parte di un’insegnante qualificata, bilingue e con esperienza nella saponificazione a freddo * Una selezione di colori, fragranze e ingredienti per creare il tuo sapone * Il tuo sapone artigianale da portare a casa * Materiale didattico e risorse del corso * Tisane, caffè e biscotti illimitati 🍪 Prenditi del tempo lontano dalla tua routine frenetica per rilassarti, staccare e creare qualcosa di davvero unico! :D **Posti limitati!** Adele 🌺
The Scents Of Well-Being, Breakfast & Perfumes Creation 9.05
The Scents Of Well-Being, Breakfast & Perfumes Creation 9.05
Unlock the secrets of natural fragrance creation in this immersive, hands-on workshop dedicated to the art of botanical perfumery. Whether you're a curious beginner or a wellness enthusiast, The Scents Of Well-Being will guide you through the fundamentals of crafting your own unique, all-natural perfumes using essential oils and botanical extracts. Combines the therapeutic power of essential oils with the charm of perfumes! You'll learn: The basics of fragrance structure: top, middle, and base notes How to blend essential oils harmoniously using scent families and following your emotions The therapeutic properties of popular essential oils How to create a balanced, long-lasting natural perfume, toxin-free alternative to synthetic fragrances How to design your signature scent and take it home! I'll wait for you at the event! Giulia **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)
Flower Bouquet Workshop 09.05
Flower Bouquet Workshop 09.05
Join us for a dreamy afternoon at Parco Sempione, where flowers meet creativity. This unique Flower Bouquet Workshop is designed for those who want to slow down, enjoy a beautiful moment outdoors, and connect with like-minded people in a relaxed and inspiring setting. Surrounded by nature, you’ll learn how to create your own fresh floral bouquet, guided step by step in a simple and enjoyable way—no experience needed. From selecting seasonal blooms to arranging them into a harmonious composition, this is your time to unwind, express yourself, and create something beautiful with your hands. Whether you come alone or with a friend, you’ll be part of a warm and welcoming atmosphere where conversations flow naturally and new friendships can truly bloom. **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)
🎨📸 Pittura + Photoshoot a Milano
🎨📸 Pittura + Photoshoot a Milano
🎨📸 Painting + Photoshoot in Milan 📍 Milan, Gorla 🕒 Schedule: — Friday 08.05: 10:00–12:00 / 13:30–15:30 — Saturday 09.05: 13:00–15:00 This is not a workshop. It’s a space where you meet yourself. It’s not about “painting something cute.” It’s about honesty. About stepping out of the image you show to others. About a gaze without filters. We will create art in a historic studio of a renowned Italian artist — a space with paint on the floor, old frames, and a living, breathing atmosphere. Please choose clothing without prints, in natural solid tones — this will make the photographs especially elegant and harmonious. I’ll be by your side — not as a teacher, but as a guide into the world of painting. And in that moment, the photographer captures not a pose, but a state: a glance, a movement, a moment of doubt — the exact instant when you let go of control. ✨ What you’ll take home: — your painting (30×40, acrylic) — professional black-and-white portraits — candid group photos — event video — a glass of wine Small group — up to 6 people. 💰 60€ all included 🎨📸 Pittura + Photoshoot a Milano 📍 Milano, Gorla 🕒 Orari: — Venerdì 08.05: 10:00–12:00 / 13:30–15:30 — Sabato 09.05: 13:00–15:00 Questo non è un workshop. È uno spazio in cui incontri te stessa. Non si tratta di “dipingere qualcosa di carino”. Si tratta di onestà. Di uscire dall’immagine che mostri agli altri. Di uno sguardo senza filtri. Creeremo arte in un atelier storico di un rinomato artista italiano — uno spazio con colore sul pavimento, vecchie cornici e un’atmosfera viva. È preferibile scegliere abiti senza stampe, in tonalità naturali e unite — così le fotografie risulteranno eleganti e armoniose. Sarò al tuo fianco — non come insegnante, ma come guida nel mondo della pittura. E in quel momento, il fotografo cattura non una posa, ma uno stato: uno sguardo, un movimento, un momento di dubbio — l’istante esatto in cui lasci andare il controllo. ✨ Cosa porterai con te: — il tuo dipinto (30×40, acrilico) — ritratti professionali in bianco e nero — foto spontanee di gruppo — video dell’evento — un bicchiere di vino Gruppo piccolo — fino a 6 persone. 💰 60€ tutto incluso
FIGURE DRAWING & APERITIVO: Sessione di Pratica in Atelier
FIGURE DRAWING & APERITIVO: Sessione di Pratica in Atelier
**Figure Drawing & Aperitivo: Pose Brevi** **Sabato, 9 Maggio** 18:30 - 20:30 📍 Via Andrea Solari, 2 A **Costo: €30-40** Unisciti a noi sera per una sessione di disegno con modello dal vero!Questa non è una lezione formale, ma una sessione di pratica leggeramente guidata: Un'occasione perfetta per vedere lo studio in azione, praticare con un modello e conoscere altri appassionati d'arte a Milano. **Livello:** Aperto a tutti i livelli (dai principianti assoluti ai professionisti). **Programma:** **• Sessione di disegno (2hr)**: Pratica con modello vivente. **Pose brevi di 5 a 40 minuti.** **• Aperitivo:** Concludiamo con vino e snack. Un momento per rilassarsi, socializzare e visitare lo studio. **Prezzi:** **€40** \| Guidato: Per chi desidera un supporto durante il processo\. Con feedback personalizzato e suggerimenti\. **€30** \| Non\-Guidato: Per chi preferisce una pratica aperta indipendente\. **Materiali:** Porta il tuo sketchbook e materiali preferiti. **Posti limitati.** **Seguici su Instagram:** [@ateliersolismilano](https://instagram.com/ateliersolismilano "https://instagram.com/ateliersolismilano") **Visita il nostro sito:** [ateliersolismilano.it](https://ateliersolismilano.it/ "https://ateliersolismilano.it") \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Saturday, May 9** 18:30 - 20:30 📍 Via Andrea Solari, 2 A **Price: €30-40** Join us this Saturday afternoon for a live model drawing session, music, and a final aperitivo. This isn't a formal lesson, it's a lightly guided practice session and a great opportunity to see the studio in action, draw from the model, and meet other artists / enthusiasts in Milan. **Program:** * **Open Session:** Draw from the live model, with individual feedback and corrections from the instructor. **Mix of short poses and long poses from 5 a 40 minutes.** * **Aperitivo:** We conclude the afternoon with Wine and snacks; a moment to relax, socialize, and visit the studio. **Prices:** **€40** \| Guided: For who prefers support during the process\, with individual feedback and suggestions\. **€30** \| Non\-Guided: For who prefers an open\, independent practice session\. **Materials:** Bring your sketchbook and favorite materials. **Limited spots available.** * **Follow us on Instagram:** [@ateliersolismilano](https://instagram.com/ateliersolismilano "https://instagram.com/ateliersolismilano") * **Our website:** [ateliersolismilano.it](https://ateliersolismilano.it/ "https://ateliersolismilano.it")
Contro le scelleratezze del mondo - Stand-up comedy con Mateo Çili
Contro le scelleratezze del mondo - Stand-up comedy con Mateo Çili
**[PRENOTAZIONI QUI](https://12maggio-mateocili-slowmill.eventbrite.it/)** **LO SPETTACOLO** *Minchia compare, quando uno stand-up comedian ha l’aspetto di un veterano della guerra in Kossovo con il disturbo da stress post traumatico, secondo me promette veramente bene.”* **Mateo è arrivato dall’Albania,** ha attraversato l’Italia, e da qualche parte lungo la strada ha deciso che valeva la pena dire ad alta voce quello che tutti pensano sottovoce. Ha scritto questo spettacolo d’estate sul balcone, in quella zona grigia tra il silenzio e il rumore del mondo — e ha messo dentro tutto: **le radici,** **le contraddizioni, la rabbia, il grottesco, la tenerezza** che si nasconde dietro una battuta cattiva. *Contro le scelleratezze del mondo…* non ha un filo logico, e lo fa apposta: è una serie di lampi comici, divagazioni filosofiche e one-liner sparati in faccia al pubblico come schegge di un pensiero che non riesce a stare fermo. Si bestemmia, si provoca, si ride di cose che forse non andrebbero dette — ma vengono dette lo stesso, perché la censura, Mateo l’ha vista rovinare uomini migliori di lui. Il titolo viene da Emilio Lussu: *“Contro le scelleratezze del mondo, un uomo onesto si difende bevendo.”* Mateo non beve più. Quindi ha fatto questo spettacolo. **Prima assoluta.** **CHI È MATEO ÇILI** Attore, regista di teatro e cinema, insegnante di recitazione, autore cinematografico, musicista e poeta albanese. Le sue radici balcaniche gli hanno permesso di attecchire in ogni ambito artistico nel quale si sia cimentato e dato che la stand-up comedy mancava alla lista, essendo una sua grande passione fin da ragazzo, ha deciso di scrivere questo spettacolo pieno di memoria e risentimento accumulati negli anni in cui ha vissuto in Italia. **CONTRIBUTO E TESSERAMENTO:** L’ingresso allo Slow Mill è riservato ai soci, se non sei socio potrai precompilare la tessera associativa on line al link **[http://bit.ly/sociodep](http://bit.ly/sociodep)** e dura 1 anno e dà diritto ad entrare a moltissimi eventi e serate. Il costo per la tessera è 5 euro e ti verrà dato in omaggio **1 free drink** a tua scelta. Inoltre all’ingresso per lo spettacolo ti verrà chiesto (oltre al costo della tessera) un contributo artistico di 10 euro. **ORARI:** Apertura ingresso dalle 20.30, inizio spettacolo 21.00. Si prega di arrivare massimo entro le 20.40 per permettere l’inizio spettacolo in orario. **NOTE:** la stand up è un genere di comicità senza censure, con temi spinosi e con linguaggio esplicito. Si consiglia lo spettacolo ad un pubblico over 16 anni. **Slow Mill è gestito dall’Associazione “Dora e Pajtimit” Aps. Il tesseramento all’Associazione, del costo di 5€ solo per i maggiorenni (con un drink incluso), è obbligatorio e ha la durata di 1 anno. Per il pre-tesseramento: [bit.ly/sociodep](http://bit.ly/sociodep)**
Saturday Park Yoga · All Levels (Sempione Park)
Saturday Park Yoga · All Levels (Sempione Park)
Hi, I’m **Ozzy**. I’ve been teaching yoga in Milan for 5 years, bringing together internationals and locals. **How to Join?** Add your name on Meetup. [Message me on WhatsApp](https://wa.me/393500966059?text=Hi%20I%20saw%20your%20weekend%20park%20yoga%20classes%20on%20Meetup%20and%20would%20like%20to%20join) to receive payment details: **Drop-in or discounted class packs available** Your spot is confirmed once payment is completed. **You can see the vibe of the classes here:** Instagram: @ozzyoga.milano **Weekend Park Yoga in Sempione with Ozzy** Join us for a mindful yoga session in the park **Time:** 11:30 **Duration:** 60 minutes **Language:** English **Level:** All levels Beginner-friendly **Location:** Parco Sempione Exact meeting point will be shared via WhatsApp after booking **Pricing** **Drop-in:** €15 **2 classes:** €28 **4 classes:** €50 All prices are final and include VAT All packs are valid until the end of July Valid for all regular group classes (weekend & future weekday sessions) Packs can be used for classes as they are released on Meetup **Before you come** Bring your mat (or a towel), wear layers for changing weather, and consider water, sun cream, and insect spray. **Cancellation policy** – **More than 24 hours before:** Cancel directly on Meetup → no charge – **Up to 1 hour before the class:** Please message me on WhatsApp → your credit is kept – **Less than 1 hour before, no-show, or no notice:** The class is counted → no refund or credit (no exceptions) *If a class is cancelled due to weather or by the organizer, your credit will not be lost and can be used for another class.* **Safety & Notes** Please listen to your body and practice at your own pace. This class is not suitable for pregnant women. If you have any health concerns, please consult a doctor before joining. By attending, you take responsibility for your own practice. **About me** I’m Ozzy, a certified and Yoga Alliance registered yoga teacher. 👉 https://linktr.ee/ozzyoga.milano

Makers Events This Week

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Spring Perfume Making Workshop! (ITA/ENG)
Spring Perfume Making Workshop! (ITA/ENG)
# Spring Perfume Workshop! Make Perfume, Eat Cake & Relax :D (ENG/ITA) 🌸 Welcome to the spring time Perfume Making Workshop! 🌸 🌼 Create your own springtime perfume and relax with sweet treats, drinks and chat! (Workshop available in both English and Italian language) 🌼 Join me in Cassina de’ Pecchi (Milano) for a relaxing couple of hours being creative and create a personalised perfume to take home with you! The venue is easily accessible via the M2 Green Line (Milan, metro stop Cassina de' Pecchi). This workshop invites you to explore the art of perfume blending in a warm and welcoming setting — perfect for a relaxing weekend activity! 🌸 What to Expect: * Learn the basics of fragrance composition * Discover top, heart, and base notes * Experiment with a wide range of essential oils * Craft a personalized springtime perfume that reflects your unique style Guided by an experienced teacher, you’ll participate in practical activities designed to give you insights into how to balance and blend scents with confidence. 🌸 Plus! To make this experience special, enjoy drinks and sweet treats while you work. Whether you're a scent enthusiast or simply curious, this workshop is a fun and inspiring way to connect with your senses—and walk away with something truly personal. 🌼 Book your spot now and unleash your creativity! :D 🌼 🌸 Benvenuta alla Spring Perfume Making Workshop! 🌸 🌼 Crea il tuo profumo primaverile e rilassati con dolci, bevande e piacevoli chiacchiere! (Workshop disponibile sia in inglese che in italiano) 🌼 Unisciti a me a Cassina de’ Pecchi (Milano) per un paio d’ore rilassanti e creative, durante le quali creerai un profumo personalizzato da portare a casa con te! La location è facilmente raggiungibile con la metro M2 (linea verde, fermata Cassina de’ Pecchi). Questo workshop ti invita a scoprire l’arte della profumeria in un ambiente accogliente e rilassato — perfetto per iniziare il weekend nel modo giusto! 🌸 Cosa ti aspetta: • Imparerai le basi della composizione del profumo • Scoprirai le note di testa, cuore e fondo • Potrai sperimentare con un’ampia selezione di oli essenziali • Creerai un profumo primaverile unico, che rispecchia il tuo stile Sarai guidata passo dopo passo, con attività pratiche pensate per aiutarti a combinare e bilanciare le fragranze con sicurezza. 🌸 In più! Per rendere l’esperienza ancora più speciale, potrai gustare bevande e dolcetti mentre lavori. Che tu sia appassionata di profumi o semplicemente curiosa, questo workshop è un modo divertente e stimolante per connetterti con i tuoi sensi — e portare a casa qualcosa di davvero personale. 🌼 Prenota il tuo posto e libera la tua creatività! 🌼
ENGLISH Book Club Milan: Monthly Meetup
ENGLISH Book Club Milan: Monthly Meetup
BOOK OF THE MONTH: The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters MEETING LOCATION: Pancicchetto (Via Solferino, 43), must buy a drink (alcoholic or nonalcoholic) WHEN: May 10th, 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 does the story tell us about the importance of family? * Did you like the two different locations for the storytelling process? * To what extent is race important in the novel?
Decora i tuoi biscotti per la festa della mamma
Decora i tuoi biscotti per la festa della mamma
Ci sono momenti che sanno di casa, di risate e di mani sporche di zucchero a velo 💕 Per la Festa della Mamma, La Petite Société apre le porte a un pomeriggio speciale, fatto di piccoli gesti, creatività e tanta dolcezza. Un laboratorio pensato per grandi e piccini, dove ogni biscotto diventa un ricordo da condividere 🍪✨ Tra colori, zuccherini e una merenda da gustare insieme, costruiremo qualcosa di semplice ma prezioso: tempo passato insieme 💖 📅 Domenica 10 maggio | ore 16.00 🎁 Ogni partecipante porterà a casa la sua scatola di biscotti decorati con amore Un momento da vivere, creare e portare nel cuore 🌸 Scrivimi per maggiori info 🤗 @la_petite_societe
20 seats! Board Game Night at Draft
20 seats! Board Game Night at Draft
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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Milan Photowalk – Modern Lines & Light (Tre Torri / CityLife)
Milan Photowalk – Modern Lines & Light (Tre Torri / CityLife)
Hi everyone 😊 This time we’ll explore a different side of Milan, the modern architecture of CityLife and Parco Tre Torri. The focus of this photowalk will be on clean compositions, lines, reflections, and how light interacts with modern buildings. It’s a great opportunity to experiment with a more minimal and structured style of photography. As always, the session will be relaxed and friendly, we’ll walk together, take photos, and share ideas along the way. At the end, we can have a short optional moment to look at some photos and exchange feedback. If you’re curious to explore a more modern and minimal side of photography, you’re very welcome to join! Details: • 📍 Location: Parco Tre Torri / CityLife (exact meeting point shared after RSVP) • ⏰ Duration: ~1.5–2 hours • 🎯 Level: beginner friendly • 🎒 Bring: camera or smartphone + comfortable shoes
TREK IN PIEMONTE. VAL BOGNANCO. LAGHI DEL PAIONE 2270 m (VB)
TREK IN PIEMONTE. VAL BOGNANCO. LAGHI DEL PAIONE 2270 m (VB)
**Sab 9 Mag 2026** **TREK IN PIEMONTE. VAL BOGNANCO. LAGHI DEL PAIONE 2270 m (VB)** \- Lunghezza: 9 km \- Dislivello: 1000 m \- Difficoltà: Media \- Pranzo al sacco Il trek è in prov. di Verbania, a 140 km da Milano. Iscrizione [https://t.me/TrekMI/82352](https://t.me/TrekMI/82352) Youtube https://youtu.be/kyCm-eaSSmE **LUOGO DI RITROVO** Per sapere il luogo di ritrovo, cliccare sul link Iscrizione. Si apre una chat Telegram che contiene tutte le informazioni. **GRATUITÀ** Tutti i trek sono gratuiti **CHI SIAMO** Ogni weekend portiamo in montagna 100 persone. Siamo la più grande associazione escursionista d'Italia [https://t.me/TrekMI](https://t.me/TrekMI) **COME RAGGIUNGERE LA FELICITÀ** con la filosofia TTP [https://t.me/TrekMI/79617](https://t.me/TrekMI/79617) .
Il Viaggio Interiore - Evento di Meditazione
Il Viaggio Interiore - Evento di Meditazione
**Il Viaggio Interiore** è un'avventura unica dedicata all'esplorazione profonda di se stessi attraverso la meditazione, guidata da **Carlo Lesma**. Questa giornata è stata progettata per offrire un’esperienza immersiva che permette di staccare dalla routine, liberare la mente dai blocchi emotivi e ritrovare **chiarezza, serenità ed energia vitale**. ### **Dove e Quando** L'evento si svolgerà a **Milano** nella giornata di **domenica 10 maggio 2026**. * **Sede:** Best Western Falck Village Hotel, situato in Viale Italia, 598, a Sesto San Giovanni (MI). * **Orari:** La giornata è divisa in due momenti: la mattina dalle **9:30 alle 13:00** e il pomeriggio dalle **14:30 alle 17:30**. ### **Le Strategie e i Contenuti** Durante l'incontro, imparerai a utilizzare la meditazione come una vera e propria scienza per migliorare ogni aspetto della tua vita attraverso diverse **strategie evolutive**: * **Sei cicli di meditazioni guidate:** Utilizzo di specifiche frequenze sonore per favorire il cambiamento interiore e calmare la mente sin dalle prime sessioni. * **Tecniche di intuizione:** Metodi per risvegliare e riconoscere la capacità intuitiva, imparando ad applicarla nelle decisioni quotidiane. * **Integrazione pratica:** Strategie per inserire la meditazione nella **routine quotidiana, nel lavoro e nello sport** per migliorare la produttività e gestire lo stress. * **Creazione di meditazioni su misura:** Segreti per progettare una pratica personalizzata in linea con i propri obiettivi e stile di vita. * **Distinzione tra tecniche:** Approfondimento delle differenze tra meditazione, visualizzazione e rilassamento profondo per sapere quando e come utilizzarle al meglio. * **Superamento dei condizionamenti:** Strumenti pratici per riconoscere e lasciare andare i limiti mentali derivanti dal passato. Al termine della giornata, i partecipanti riceveranno un **attestato di partecipazione** come Corso Base di Meditazione. Per comprendere meglio, immagina che la tua mente sia come un computer sovraccarico di schede aperte e file obsoleti; le strategie apprese in questa giornata agiscono come un aggiornamento del sistema operativo, chiudendo i processi inutili e permettendo al software della tua vita di scorrere con molta più fluidità e velocità. Investimento per l'intera giornata è di euro 100,00

Makers Events Near You

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Columbus Arduino Raspberry Pi Enthusiasts (CARPE) (Check Location)
Columbus Arduino Raspberry Pi Enthusiasts (CARPE) (Check Location)
Bring your Raspberry Pi, Arduino, microcontroller, or any other electronic project and join fellow electronics makers for a night of creativity and collaboration! This session is open forum to share your current projects—whether complete or in progress, it’s all interesting! Whether you’re deep into embedded systems, exploring new ideas, or just getting started, you’ll find a welcoming space to collaborate, share, and get inspired. **New to electronics or curious about tinkering?** You’re absolutely welcome. If you’re a beginner and want to experiment, I’ll have a couple of starter kits available so you can try things out—whether that’s blinking your first LED, putting something on a display, or experimenting with simple sensors. No pressure and no experience required—just an interest in learning and building. While we continue to pursue a more permanent venue for this Meetup, we’ll be using public library facilities based on availability. This session will be at the Worthington Park Library in the Olentangy Meeting Room.
Duty vs. Results: What Makes an Action Moral?
Duty vs. Results: What Makes an Action Moral?
When judging morality, should we prioritize **intentions/duty** or **outcomes/results**? It introduces two influential philosophers as representatives of these approaches. * **Immanuel Kant (deontology):** An action is moral when it is done from **duty** and follows rational, universal principles (the **categorical imperative**). Certain acts—like lying—are wrong regardless of the consequences; you can’t do a wrong thing for a right reason. * **John Stuart Mill (utilitarian consequentialism):** The morality of an action is determined by its **effects**, specifically how much **happiness/well-being** it produces. Mill argues that some pleasures are “higher” than others, and that good intentions don’t redeem harmful outcomes. ## Discussion Questions 1. **The lying dilemma:** A murderer comes to your door and asks if your friend is hiding inside. Kant would say you must not lie. 2. **Can good intentions rescue a bad outcome?** 3. **The organ harvest problem:** A surgeon has five patients dying of organ failure and one healthy patient in for a checkup. Killing the one to harvest organs would save five lives, and the math works out for the utilitarian. Why does this feel so deeply wrong? Is that feeling a point in Kant's favor, or just a bias we should overcome? 4. **Do rules need exceptions?** Kant insists moral rules must be universal, with no exceptions. But most of us can imagine extreme scenarios where any rule seems like it should bend. Does the need for exceptions fatally undermine deontology, or is the strength of the system precisely that it refuses to bend? 5. **Who gets to calculate the consequences?** Utilitarianism asks us to maximize good outcomes, but we're notoriously bad at predicting consequences. If we can't reliably know the results of our actions, is it practical to base our entire moral system on outcomes? Does this uncertainty push us back toward rules and principles? 6. **Everyday morality:** Think about a real moral decision you've made recently, even a small one. Did you reason more like a Kantian (what's the right thing to do in principle?) or more like a utilitarian (what will produce the best result?)? Do most people naturally lean one way? 7. **Justice vs. the greater good:** A town can prevent a deadly plague by sacrificing one innocent person. The greater good is clearly served. But is it just? Can an action be morally right and deeply unjust at the same time? 8. **The big synthesis question:** Are these two systems actually opposed, or do they often arrive at the same answers by different paths? Is it possible that we need both: rules to guide us in the moment and consequences to evaluate systems and policies over time?
Building Momentum: From Ambiguity to Execution
Building Momentum: From Ambiguity to Execution
**Building a great product is one thing—building momentum behind it is another.** Join **Senior Product Manager Adam Solaiman** and **User Experience Manager Tyson Smith** for a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to turn complex ideas into scalable products inside large organizations. In this session, they’ll share how teams move from ambiguity to execution—navigating organizational complexity, aligning stakeholders, and continuously evolving products after launch. You’ll walk away with insights on how to: * Build and sustain momentum across teams * Adapt to changing priorities without losing direction * Scale products thoughtfully in complex environments Whether you're driving a new initiative or growing an existing product, this conversation will give you practical strategies to keep things moving forward. Come connect, learn, and swap stories with fellow product professionals. \-\-\- Food and drinks will be provided by Switchbox, our generous host. Free parking will be available at the front and back sides of the Switchbox Office.
Free in-person event: Take Control of Your Mental Health
Free in-person event: Take Control of Your Mental Health
It’s time to take control of your mental health. How do you get rid of stress, anxiety and uncertainty? These emotions are buried deep in your reactive mind. Find out what the reactive mind is, and in the process find yourself. Have you ever suffered from a traumatic experience, a deep loss or been through a painful breakup? Has your ability to communicate suffered as a result? And after that, even though you "moved on" did you find that things were never quite the same? Have you ever looked at childhood photos, or reminisced your early life and wondered where that happiness and spark went? Are your emotions out of your own control? Have you ever felt, even if you aren’t aware of it, that possibly you are getting in your own way of your happiness and success? How does this affect your self-confidence? Find out what is at the root of all stress, anxiety, depression and self-doubt. Find out how and why you hold yourself back from achieving your goals and having the life you have dreamed of. As soon as you learn what is at the root of these unwanted conditions, you’ll see it is something you can DO something about. You will not be labeled or categorized at this MeetUp.
Building Agents with Microsoft Agent Framework
Building Agents with Microsoft Agent Framework
We will show how to build custom agents with Microsoft Agent Framework. Attendees will learn how to build and custom host agents when Microsoft Foundry is not a viable option.
Brunch Club: Make New Friends
Brunch Club: Make New Friends
⚠️ **IMPORTANT: You must sign up and buy a ticket here to attend:** [https://groupvibe.com/](https://groupvibe.com/) **Join the Columbus City Brunch Club and make new friends!** Each meetup brings together 4–6 people for casual conversations over brunch. We use the Groupvibe platform to facilitate the meetup and ensure everyone’s a good fit. 👉 **To attend, you’ll need to complete registration via this link:** [https://groupvibe.com/](https://groupvibe.com/) We’ll share the exact location of the upcoming meetup the night before only if you have bought a ticket or membership plan. **Why this works:** \* Smaller groups make real conversations easier. \* Discover new restaurants in your city, together. \* Curated lunch venues with good food and vibe. \* If you hit it off with your group, there’s plenty of time to hang out afterwards. **Note:** RSVPs on Meetup don’t reflect total attendance. Many attendees register directly via our website. The event on [Meetup.com](http://meetup.com/) is only a placeholder. This meetup is organized by Groupvibe, a small team passionate about helping people form meaningful friendships offline.
BeComing Circle Initiates
BeComing Circle Initiates
http://photos2.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/2/a/9/6/600_348310902.jpeg Instructor - Crow, HPS Class fee is $30 at the door or approved exchange RSVP with Advance pay of $25 (discounted) by PayPal on the web or by contacting Enchanted Elements (614) 437-2642. Reservations made directly to Enchanted Elements will be added to the class list manually not online. Private Instruction ~ Closed to the Public ~ Initiated Members Only Please come prepared for ritual. Blessings ~ Crow