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We are now at **Yonge Sheppard Centre** in the **food court** near **Dazzle Mi**. We start a bit past 1pm, so if you're late, please find a seat and start writing -- we'd love to hear about your story or your day -- afterwards. :) **Coworking for writers in your area!** Join us for some focused writing time. All writers and all experience levels are welcome and don’t worry, no one will see what you've written. This session is about getting your writing done and meeting other writers in your area. When you show up, say hello to everyone, grab a drink, and get your writing tools ready. Once you’re all settled, take some time to chat with your fellow writers. Once everyone’s arrived, I will lead quick introductions and then set the timer for our quiet and focused writing session. Afterward, we’ll have time to chat and get to know each other. We often talk about our successes and challenges as writers. If you don’t have time to stick around, no worries! **A note about the format** We don’t host critiques or readings. These events are a safe space for writers of all skill levels and genres to work on their craft, so no one will read or critique your writing. For our full event schedule, visit [https://shutupwrite.com](https://shutupwrite.com) **Travel / Parking info:** Public Transit: 1. Take the TTC subway to Sheppard-Yonge Station. 2. Use the Yonge St. Sheppard Ave exit **Driving & Parking:** Parking Entrance to Yonge Sheppard Centre is located on Greenfield Avenue and Doris Avenue. Accessible parking is available on P1, P3 and Concourse. Be sure to check for parking limits or fees. **Location:** We gather around the tables in the food court near **Dazzel Mi**. If you spot a group of people with laptops out, that’s probably us! **RSVP:** Please do RSVP. But be advised that seating is first-come, first-served, even if you have RSVP'd. Seats are not reserved and we can't control how many other people are in the cafe. **SCHEDULE:** 12:45 to 1:15 PM: Arrive and get settled in -- come in early if you want to get lunch. 1:15 to 2:15 PM: Write in silence for an hour. \*\*If you arrive after 1:15, please silently find your own place to sit. We'll welcome you to join the group at 2:15.\*\* 2:15 PM: Introduce yourself. We'll go in a circle; just say your name and 1–2 sentences about what you're writing. (E.g., "I'm Rudolph and I'm writing a non-fiction book about red-nosed reindeer.") 2:20 PM onwards: Chat, hang out, keep writing if you want, leave whenever.

**💖 Meet Markham Singles Tonight – Online Speed Dating on Zoom** Speed dating from home — meet real Markham singles on Zoom. We pair you with compatible Markham locals based on a quick personality quiz. You'll chat one-on-one on Zoom in short timed rounds with a host guiding the evening. **Register for your age group:** - **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=391.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Markham&groupurlname=soul-seekers-local-singles-mixer-club&ar=18-32&face_v=23.0) - **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=391.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Markham&groupurlname=soul-seekers-local-singles-mixer-club&ar=30-46&face_v=23.0) - **Ages 40-58** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=391.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Markham&groupurlname=soul-seekers-local-singles-mixer-club&ar=40-58&face_v=23.0) - **Ages 55+** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=391.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Markham&groupurlname=soul-seekers-local-singles-mixer-club&ar=55+&face_v=23.0) **⚠️ Heads up — RSVPing here isn't enough.** Register via your age group link below and complete the quiz. Limited capacity. --- 🎯 **Perfect for:** - Busy professionals who value their time - Introverts who do better in one-on-one chats - People tired of dating apps who want real conversation - Anyone who prefers connecting online before meeting in person - Anyone curious about speed dating but wants a low-pressure start **How It Works** 1. **Choose your age group** – Register through your link above. 2. **Do the matching quiz** – Helps us find your best matches for the night. 3. **Log in** – Join the Zoom session from home. The host runs everything. 4. **Speed date** – One-on-one rounds with personality-matched Markham locals. 5. **Get matches** – Mutual matches revealed after the event. **Event Details** - **Format:** Virtual on Zoom – hosted and structured - **Location:** From home – just need Wi-Fi and a webcam - **Host:** Friendly host who guides each round - **Vibe:** Friendly and low-pressure – just real chats with Markham locals - **Privacy:** Contact details only shared on mutual match - **Rounds:** Several short one-on-one rounds - **Tech:** Zoom, webcam, and decent Wi-Fi - **Duration:** Roughly 1–1.5 hours 💡 **Tip:** Test your Zoom and find a quiet, well-lit spot beforehand. --- ✨ Real people, real conversations — all from home. 💝 ✨

Non-hosted event. If anyone is interested in hosting the group, send me a message. **\*\*If you can no longer come to the meetup, please un-RSVP as soon as possible (i.e. not the day of) so someone else from the waiting list can attend\*\*** This is an informal conversation group for anyone wanting to practice / use their French and meet some new people. All levels are welcome, but having a conversational level is strongly recommended (and of course native French speakers are very welcome too!). / Il s'agit d'un groupe de conversation informel pour toute personne souhaitant pratiquer / utiliser son français et rencontrer de nouvelles personnes. Tous les niveaux sont les bienvenus, mais il est recommandé d'avoir un niveau de conversation approximatif (et bien sûr, les locuteurs natifs du français sont également les bienvenus !) Nous nous rencontrerons dimanche, de 14h00 à 16h00, au foodcourt de Brookfield Place, qui heureusement a beaucoup de tables et garde la musique basse! **+ Juste un rappel que ce groupe est un lieu d'échange détendu avec les autres dans un esprit de respect, de tolérance et de réceptivité à la multiplicité des cultures et des niveaux de français représentés. Merci de respecter ces principes en participant aux meetups.**

## Details **NO MUSICAL EXPERIENCE REQUIRED** **About Drum & Soul** The only intention behind Drum & Soul is to help create vibrant, healthier, and more united communities – together. We believe art is the best channel for that purpose. This is more than a drumming circle. It is a practical space where we do two things at once: we develop useful skills and cultivate inner qualities, and we help others grow those same qualities. Through rhythms from many cultures, collective singing and meaningful conversation around a focused theme, we practise skills that strengthen both the individual and the community. **Why come** If you want to expand your expressive capacity, practise listening with depth, learning to lead or join others who take community wellbeing to heart, Drum & Soul is for you. This is a place to try courageously, to learn deeply, and to contribute authentically. Everyone is welcome regardless of background or musical experience. If you feel shy in groups, that is completely natural and we got you. A few of us will gently hover around newcomers like butterflies, offering a warm welcome and quiet space so nobody feels out of place. Many people tell us they arrived nervous but soon felt as if they had stepped into a family home. **How it works** At the start of each session we centre with a short breathing exercise, followed by a demonstration of simple rhythms, then break into small groups for guided conversation. Then we’ll have a potluck meal and continuing our conversation and connection over a break. Finally we move into collective jamming and improvisation. **Typical meeting flow** 1. 🫱🏽‍🫲🏻 Arrival & social time – 15 min 2. 🙋🏻‍♀️ Welcome, check in and centring – 15 min 3. 🪘 Call & Respond **Drumming & demo** – 15 min 4. 💬 Facilitated **Discussion** on the Theme (groups of five-or so) – 20 min 5. 🦋 Potluck **dinner** & social time afterwards – 40 min 6. 🕺🏽 Open **Jamming** with multiple instruments – 30 min *This outline is flexible and may shift to suit the group and the space.* **Logistics & what to bring** We meet in a large beautiful space. Drums are available on a first come first served basis. We also provide plenty of small percussion instruments so every hand can play. You are welcome to bring your own drum or instrument. After our time of drumming and dialogue, we share a simple potluck dinner, an extension of our circle where conversation continue to flourish over nourishing food. Feel free to bring whatever you love to share. **Cost & contributions** This is a free event. As a community we are encouraged to contribute even a small snack to share with everyone, or pay what or if you can, to cover the costs of refreshments and material, by E-transfer to: \*\*[hooshmandnyc@gmail.com**](http://hooshmandnyc@gmail.com**) – Contributions are optional. **Helpful notes** No prep needed. Doors open at 3:45 p.m. Please arrive by then so we can start at 4:00 p.m. sharp and keep the flow. Location and any last minute updates are posted on Meetup and in our WhatsApp group. We recommend joining the WhatsApp group (ask us for the link at the venue) for quick notices. **Why this matters** The world is ill, and is aching for a lasting remedy. We believe our sacred mission is to nurture one another, define our roles in service to our fellow humans, and become living temples of unity. A meaning growth unfolds through both self‑discovery and collective effort, and one cannot truly flourish without the other. Come open and prepared to learn, to offer your gifts, and to be strengthened by the power of community. *This ad is also posted in other groups* 📷 Follow us on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/artsoultoronto/) 🎥 [A glimpse from one of our sessions](https://youtu.be/ejfeV1PF-0k)

The Maple Syrup festival season is almost wrapping up. Let’s welcome spring with a relaxed afternoon at Kortright Centre for Conservation and enjoy the maple syrup festival together! We’ll meet around 12:15 and start at 12:30 pm to avoid the busy morning crowds and ease into a cozy day in the sugar bush. We can grab lunch there (fresh pancakes with maple syrup 🥞🍁 always a good idea), then explore the scenic forest trails, watch maple syrup demonstrations, and enjoy the crisp spring air. Expect a laid-back vibe, beautiful nature, sweet treats, and great company — perfect for a fun adults day out. Plan (flexible): • 12:30 pm – Arrive & grab lunch / hot drinks • Maple syrup demonstrations 🍁 • Scenic forest walk 🌲 • Wagon ride 🐎 • Maple goodies & gift shop stop We’re timing it this way so we can enjoy everything without the morning rush, while still making the most of the festival atmosphere. Costs: • Festival ticket required (~12 + tax) • Parking~ 6 per car (can split) • Food optional based on what you’d like to try Link for tickets - [https://bookings.trca.ca/book?inventoryGroup=1432302868&startDate=2026-04-03&inventory=1273179593&carArrivalTime=9.3&reservationType=214&screen=0&selectedDiscountGroup=trca_non_member&](https://bookings.trca.ca/book?inventoryGroup=1432302868&startDate=2026-04-03&inventory=1273179593&carArrivalTime=9.3&reservationType=214&screen=0&selectedDiscountGroup=trca_non_member&) Please let people know in the comments section if you're able to give ride to others, gas costs are usually shared. Dress comfortably and wear shoes suitable for light trails (it can be a little muddy depending on the weather). Looking forward to a sweet spring afternoon together! 🍁

⚠️ **IMPORTANT: You must sign up and buy a ticket here to attend:** [https://groupvibe.com/](https://groupvibe.com/) **Join the Toronto 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.

**✨ Ottawa Speed Dating – Personality Matched, Hosted on Zoom** Meet Ottawa singles from home. We handle the matching, you just show up. Short, hosted rounds on Zoom with Ottawa singles matched to your age group and personality. No awkward silences — just easy conversation. **Choose your age range to sign up:** - **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=391.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Ottawa&groupurlname=soul-seekers-local-singles-mixer-club&ar=18-32&face_v=23.0) - **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=391.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Ottawa&groupurlname=soul-seekers-local-singles-mixer-club&ar=30-46&face_v=23.0) - **Ages 40-58** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=391.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Ottawa&groupurlname=soul-seekers-local-singles-mixer-club&ar=40-58&face_v=23.0) - **Ages 55+** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=391.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Ottawa&groupurlname=soul-seekers-local-singles-mixer-club&ar=55+&face_v=23.0) **⚠️ RSVP alone doesn't secure your spot.** You must register through your age group link below and complete the personality quiz. Places are limited. --- 🎯 **Perfect for:** - Anyone curious about speed dating but wants a low-pressure start - Singles who want a hosted, organised experience - People tired of dating apps who want real conversation - First-time speed daters **Event Details** - **Format:** Hosted on Zoom – one-on-one video rounds - **Location:** From home – just need Wi-Fi and a webcam - **Host:** Friendly host who guides each round - **Vibe:** Casual, easy-going conversations with Ottawa singles **How It Works** 1. **Choose your age group** – Register through your link above. 2. **Do the matching quiz** – Helps us find your best matches for the night. 3. **Join on Zoom** – Click the link, hop on, and the host takes it from there. 4. **Chat** – Short timed rounds with Ottawa singles matched to you. 5. **Results** – We'll share your mutual matches afterwards. 💡 **Tip:** Have a couple of questions ready — helps the conversation flow. **Frequently Asked Questions** **Is my info private?** Yes. Contact details are only shared on mutual match. **What's the personality quiz for?** It helps us pair you with compatible people. **Do I need anything besides Zoom?** Nope. Zoom, a webcam, and Wi-Fi is all you need. **What if I'm shy?** The virtual format and hosted rounds make it comfortable for everyone. --- ✨ Meet Ottawa singles from home. Register and we'll handle the rest. ❤️‍🔥 ✨

**💓 Meet Richmond Hill Singles Tonight – Online Speed Dating on Zoom** A simple, fun way to meet local singles without leaving the house. We pair you with compatible Richmond Hill locals based on a quick personality quiz. You'll chat one-on-one on Zoom in short timed rounds with a host guiding the evening. **Select your age group below:** - **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=391.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Richmond%20Hill&groupurlname=soul-seekers-local-singles-mixer-club&ar=18-32&face_v=23.0) - **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=391.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Richmond%20Hill&groupurlname=soul-seekers-local-singles-mixer-club&ar=30-46&face_v=23.0) - **Ages 40-58** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=391.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Richmond%20Hill&groupurlname=soul-seekers-local-singles-mixer-club&ar=40-58&face_v=23.0) - **Ages 55+** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=391.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Richmond%20Hill&groupurlname=soul-seekers-local-singles-mixer-club&ar=55+&face_v=23.0) **⚠️ RSVP alone doesn't secure your spot.** You must register through your age group link below and complete the personality quiz. Places are limited. --- 🎯 **Perfect for:** - People getting back into dating after a break - People tired of dating apps who want real conversation - Singles in Richmond Hill who want to meet locals from home - Anyone curious about speed dating but wants a low-pressure start - First-time speed daters **Event Details** - **Format:** Zoom video event – short timed rounds - **Location:** Online from home – no going out required - **Host:** Live host managing rounds and introductions - **Vibe:** Relaxed one-on-one chats with Richmond Hill locals **How It Works** 1. **Register** – Pick your age group above and sign up. 2. **Do the matching quiz** – Helps us find your best matches for the night. 3. **Join on Zoom** – Click the link, hop on, and the host takes it from there. 4. **Chat** – Short timed rounds with Richmond Hill singles matched to you. 5. **Get matches** – Mutual matches revealed after the event. ⭐ *"10/10. The host was great and I actually enjoyed the dates."* – Richmond Hill first-timer --- ✨ One Zoom call, real conversations, real matches. See you there. 💞 ✨

This group is for badminton enthusiasts who are passionate about exploring the connections between metabolism, energy, and exercise. We are welcome beginner plus, intermediate and advance level players looking to improve your skill or a seasoned player seeking to optimize your performance on the court, this group is for you! Join us for friendly games. This badminton session is a weekly event and it is followed with dinner together but it is optional. Since we have 3 courts and allowed the maximum of 24 players so that everyone signs up for this event will be placed on waiting list FIRST then will be moved to the joining list on WEDNESDAY MORNING. Court fee: It will be informed at the comment section by 4pm. Cost per person is either $162 (for 3 courts) divided by the number of players attended OR $108 (for 2 courts) divided by the number of players attended. My email address will be provided at that time for etransfer.

Join us for a **relaxed outdoor picnic** with **good food, games, music, and great company** ☀️. Let’s **celebrate spring together** and honor the beautiful tradition of spending the **13th day of Nowruz in nature**. *** **📍 Location:** **Wilket Creek Park – Picnic Area #2** **🕒 Time:** Sat, Apr 4 *** **🔥 What to Expect:** * **We will bring jooje kebab, desert, and drinks.** * **Games:** **badminton, Vasati, Hokm & more** * **Good vibes** * **Relaxed, laid-back picnic atmosphere** *** **Come for the sunshine, stay for the people.** **Fee for the event: $20** You can **e-transfer to: zandalex2@gmail.com** Once you pay, you will be **moved from waiting to the “going” list**.

**💗 Speed Dating from Home – Meet Local Brampton Singles on Zoom** Meet Brampton singles from home. We handle the matching, you just show up. We pair you with compatible Brampton locals based on a quick personality quiz. You'll chat one-on-one on Zoom in short timed rounds with a host guiding the evening. **Choose your age range to sign up:** - **Ages 18-32** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=391.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Brampton&groupurlname=soul-seekers-local-singles-mixer-club&ar=18-32&face_v=23.0) - **Ages 30-46** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=391.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Brampton&groupurlname=soul-seekers-local-singles-mixer-club&ar=30-46&face_v=23.0) - **Ages 40-58** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=391.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Brampton&groupurlname=soul-seekers-local-singles-mixer-club&ar=40-58&face_v=23.0) - **Ages 55+** → [REGISTER HERE](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=391.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Brampton&groupurlname=soul-seekers-local-singles-mixer-club&ar=55+&face_v=23.0) **⚠️ Important: RSVP ≠ registration.** To attend, pick your age group below, sign up, and finish the personality quiz. Places are limited. --- 🎯 **Perfect for:** - Brampton locals looking for personality-matched dates - Anyone who prefers connecting online before meeting in person - People getting back into dating after a break - Introverts who do better in one-on-one chats - Singles who want a hosted, organised experience **How It Works** 1. **Register** – Pick your age group above and sign up. 2. **Take the personality quiz** – We use it to match you with compatible Brampton singles. 3. **Join on Zoom** – Click the link, hop on, and the host takes it from there. 4. **Chat** – Short timed rounds with Brampton singles matched to you. 5. **Get matches** – Mutual matches revealed after the event. **Event Details** - **Format:** Zoom video event – short timed rounds - **Location:** Anywhere you're comfortable – no venue, no commute - **Host:** Friendly host who guides each round - **Vibe:** Good vibes, real people, genuine conversation 💡 **Tip:** Good lighting and a tidy background go a long way. ⭐ *"The personality matching actually works. My matches were spot on."* – Brampton local --- ✨ Register, take the quiz, and meet Brampton locals tonight. 🫶 ✨

¡Hola! Welcome, and welcome back! We meet in the North York Centre, at 5150 Yonge St. (subway: North York), in the Food Court, every Sunday from 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm. Angela will be your hostess. ¡Hasta luego!

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. We will be hearing from Becca Powell, Director of Advocacy and Outreach at Unchained At Last, an organization whose mission is dedication to ending forced and child marriage in the United States through direct services and systems change. Unchained At Last's mission clearly meshes and addresses several of our Humanist Ten Commitments. Becca will educate us about an issue many of us may not be familiar with--but should be. Food and drinks will be provided at the event. Feel free to show up a little bit early to hang out and talk. 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

Calling all founders, CEOs, lawyers, doctors, and entrepreneurs to join our special *Founder Edition* of Sip & Read meetup event. Let's sip on fine wine and discuss our first book **The 5AM Club- Own Your Morning Elevate Your Life, by Robin Sharma**. We will pair this book with our favorite wine at **Wine on High** and engage in thought-provoking discussions on startup businesses and entrepreneurship, and network with like-minded individuals in a cozy book club setting. Come prepared to discuss this month's book. At the end of each book club meeting, we will take next book and venue suggestions from the participants for the next meeting. Whether you are a book lover, women entrepreneur, or a content creator, this event is perfect for sharing ideas and insights with other funders and founders in the entrepreneurial world. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to connect, learn, and grow together. Sign up now to reserve your spot! *Fun fact! This meetup was established in 2015 and had over 1,000 members. I had to shut down operations while attending law school, but we're back!!*

Some trained COUNT volunteers work together once a month at RMH (http://www.rmhc-centralohio.org/volunteer.php) as Housewarmers (usually on the 1st Sunday from 1 – 5 PM). Some schedule other shifts at their convenience. You may try this out with less fuss by following a "Fast track" or go through the normal process. Fast track • Arrange a time to shadow a COUNT volunteer. Call Dave Nohle at 614-268-9558 (cell). • Show up and try it out. • Complete application, etc. later. Normal process • Complete an online application (http://rmhc-centralohio.org/volunteer/). • Attend orientation in advance. • At orientation you will complete forms agreeing to keep family/patient info private and allowing a background check and tour the facility. • Complete one training shift. Daily shifts are: morning 9 AM - 1 PM, afternoon 1 - 5 PM and evening 5 - 9 PM. • Schedule shifts online using the on the RMH scheduling system (http://www.volgistics.com/ex/portal.dll/?FROM=32895). The Ronald McDonald House (RMH) provides housing and meals for families with sick children. The Columbus RMH is the largest in the world with 137 rooms. COUNT has been volunteering there since May 2014. Housewarmers work with RMH guests to provide a home-like environment - greet, assist with family needs, answer phones, give tours, assist with checkin/checkout, prepare guest rooms after checkout, clean facility, laundry, restock supplies and staff the front desk. RMH Housewarmers volunteer at least one four-hour shift a month. All Housewarmers must complete an application and agree to a background check before they can be full fledged volunteers.

Sleep in on Sundays. When you've had your fill of pajama-time, roll out and have some tasty brunch with your fellow Humanists!

Join us for a casual chat over coffee & tea at Grandview Grind! Come out and meet some new people, enjoy your favorite drink, and make some new friends!

Pay attention! We’re delaying a week for those of you who may be on Spring break and/or celebrating the holiday. Ok, no pancakes, but waffles-a-plenty. Join the local UX and Digital Design community for a casual monthly breakfast. Look for us upstairs!