Atheist

Hungry for real talk and real truth? Join open hearts from all over the GTA as we dive straight into the powerful words of Jesus—laughing, learning, and growing together in a super welcoming, laid-back vibe! Everyone’s welcome—whether you’re a longtime Bible lover, just starting your journey with Jesus, or simply curious to discover who He really is. No pressure, just great conversation and good energy! ***Attention*** We meet in the Yonge-Sheppard Centre Food Court at the tables in front of SECOND CUP\*\*\* (lower level) Perfect spot to connect over food court buzz, make new friends, and explore the Bible in a fun, no-judgment zone. See you there—bring your questions, your coffee, or just yourself!

Relax your mind with evidence-based breathing practices, immerse yourself in a meditation experience & learn techniques to manage your mind **What You’ll Get From the *#BreatheStrong* Session** The workshop offers you a well-deserved 75-minute break. You'll clear your mind through calming breathing and guided meditation. **Calming breathing techniques** Relax your mind and prepare it to enter a meditative state by balancing the right and left hemispheres of the brain. **LIVE guided Panchakosha meditation** Experience a guided mediation that takes you through the five (pancha) layers (koshas) of our being. **Education on the tendencies of the mind** We will train you to overcome negative patterns using your breath and meditation. **Overview of SKY Breath Meditation** Explore a powerful technique that works at a deeper level than regular meditation, for long-lasting effects. [100+ Independent studies](https://events.ca.artofliving.org/ca-en/research-sudarshan-kriya/) conducted on four continents and published in peer review journals, including Yale and Harvard, have demonstrated a comprehensive range of benefits from practicing **SKY Breath Meditation** and related breathing exercises taught on the SKY Breath Meditation course. **There's a faster, easier way to manage your stress and anxiety.** **Join us for a free session!**

Contact Alex for location and information.

Please contact event host, Christopher, for the event location at christopher.tyrrell@ymail.com [Note: "ymail" is correct. This is not gmail]

Welcome! We’re excited to have you join us for games, fun, and great company. To make sure everyone feels safe and respected, we ask that all attendees follow these simple rules: **💰 Cover Fee & What’s Included** * A cover fee of $12 will apply (plus HST and an 18% gratuity) - regardless of arrival time. Please arrive early if this is a concern. * Access to our full game library for the duration of your visit * $4 off any food or drink item (valid same day only) * Friendly staff on hand to recommend games and help you get started! **💬Be Kind & Respectful** * Treat others with courtesy, patience, and good sportsmanship. * All skill levels are welcome — help newcomers feel included! * Disagreements are fine, but bullying, shouting, or rude behavior is not. **🚫 Zero Tolerance for Harassment** * Harassment of any kind will not be tolerated. This includes: * Unwanted touching, comments, or attention * Hate speech, slurs, or discrimination based on race, gender, sexuality, ability, religion, or background. * Stalking or intimidation * Inappropriate or sexual behavior **🧼 Help Keep It Fresh (Hygiene Policy)** * Please arrive clean, in freshly laundered clothes, and use deodorant. * Wash your hands before games, especially after eating. * We will take action on repeat offenders if hygiene becomes an issue. **🧍 Respect Personal Space & Boundaries** * Ask before touching someone or joining a game. * No pressuring others into playing or socializing. * If someone says “no” or seems uncomfortable, respect it immediately. **🎥 Photos & Privacy** * Always ask before taking someone’s photo or video. * Do not post images of others without permission. **🧑‍⚖️ A Message from the Venue** * The venue will close at 11:00 PM sharp. Please keep this in mind when starting new games near closing time. * Our staff are here to help. Please follow their guidance — especially if they step in to address a concern. * Repeated or serious violations will lead to removal from the venue and this Meetup group. 📍 Location: 3216 Yonge Street, Toronto, ON M4N 2L2 🕖 Time: 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM 🍽️ Food & drinks available on site. No outside food, please. 🎟️ RSVP required — space is limited!

Since the beginning of recorded history, Iran/Persia has been one of the most important world civilizations. Iran remains a distinct civilization today despite its status as a major Islamic state with broad regional influence and its deep integration into the global economy through its vast energy reserves. Yet the close attention paid to Iran in recent decades stems from the impact of the 1979 revolution, which unleashed ideological shock waves throughout the Middle East that reverberate to this day. Many observers look at Iran through the prism of the Islamic Republic's adversarial relationship with the US, Israel, and Sunni nations in its region, yet as Michael Axworthy shows in *Iran: What Everyone Needs to Know*, there is much more to contemporary Iran than its fraught foreign relations. He begins with a concise account of Iranian history from ancient times to the late twentieth century and then follows that with sharp summaries of the key events since the 1979 revolution. The final section of the book focuses on Iran today--its culture, economy, politics, and people--and assesses the challenges that the nation will face in coming years. *Iran* will be an essential overview of a complex and important nation that has occupied world headlines for nearly four decades. ═════ Discussion questions: TBD Facilitator: Andrii ═════ $$ Refundable deposit: We'd like to make sure everyone on the RSVP actually intends to join us and enjoy the event. Please make a **refundable** deposit of $5 to hold your spot, via Paypal or Interac e-transfer to [toronto.nonfiction@gmail.com](mailto:toronto.nonfiction@gmail.com), when you RSVP or shortly thereafter. If you are waitlisted please wait until a spot opens up for you before making a transfer. You'll get your $5 back in cash if you join us at the event. If you decide to drop out later or not attend, consider this a donation to support our meetup and zoom subscriptions, which aren't cheap. Thank you! ═════ Meeting format: * We meet to discuss the book after having read it beforehand. * A facilitator guides the discussion ensuring that everyone has a chance to speak, one person at a time. * Warning: Participation in a book club is a dangerous activity. You may encounter opinions different from yours. By joining the group you agree to assume all risks.

### **“Conscious Living”** **An Experiential Community Program for Embodied Consciousness** **Resuming Thursday, May 21, 2026** **On break:** June 4, 2026 **\| Summer break:** July & August 2026 **Thursdays, 7:30 PM (in person)** **Facilitator:** Sophia Barna, M.Ed., M.S.W. **Location: Toronto Theosophical Society,** 792 Glencairn Ave., Toronto, ON **(Basement Room)** “Conscious Living” is a weekly experiential program that bridges the study of consciousness with the practical realities of everyday life. Rooted in the *Map of Consciousness* developed by David R. Hawkins and *A Course in Miracles (ACIM)*, this program invites participants to move beyond theory into lived, embodied awareness. Together, we explore what it means to live “in the world, but not of it” — grounded, present, and engaged, while rooted in higher awareness. The Map of Consciousness serves as our reference point. Each meeting focuses on a specific state of consciousness, blending study and practice so participants not only understand these states intellectually, but also learn to embody and live them in daily life. In addition to the Map of Consciousness, A Course in Miracles (ACIM) provides a complementary framework for the program. ACIM offers practical spiritual principles for transforming perception, cultivating forgiveness, and recognizing the inner guidance of love and truth. Its teachings emphasize the shift from fear to love, the release of judgment, and the practice of conscious choice in every moment. Our gatherings are grounded in the states of Love, Joy, and Gratitude, corresponding to the elevated energy field of 540 on the Map of Consciousness. From this frequency of openness and lightness, we come together to uplift, inspire, and grow in awareness — individually and collectively. ### **✨A Potluck for the Body, Heart, Mind & Soul🌈** Each session is designed as a holistic experience — nourishing all dimensions of being: * **🪷 Food for the Soul:** Guided meditation, self-reflection, and self-inquiry * **🧠 Food for the Mind:** Lectures, presentations, and meaningful group discussions * **✨ Food for the Body:** Embodied practices (movement and dance meditations), singing, chanting * **💗 Food for the Heart:** Love-centered connecting and sharing ### **🌸What to Expect** Together, we will explore different states of consciousness through: * Lectures and presentations * Guided meditation * Self-reflection * Group discussions * Movement and dance meditation * Singing and chanting ### **🌸What to Bring** 1. Coloured clothes — each week a specific colour (ROGVAIV rainbow sequence: Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Blue, Indigo, Violet). *This is an encouraged part of the experience, not mandatory.* 2. Silk or large dancing scarf/veil 3. Notebook, journal, or paper with pens, crayons, markers 4. Your highest vibrational presence in love, joy, and gratitude This is a space where learning becomes lived experience — where insight meets embodiment. *To uphold universal brotherhood without distinction and freedom of thought, all elements of the evening are invitational. Participants may opt out of any component and still be welcome, as long as we engage with one another respectfully.* *This is a participatory series with optional components. In keeping with TTS values, you are welcome to opt in or opt out of any element, and the central expectation is mutual respect.* ### **Reference Texts** 1. Hawkins, D. R. (2012). Letting Go: The Pathway of Surrender. Carlsbad, CA: Hay House. 2. Foundation for Inner Peace. (1976). A Course in Miracles. Mill Valley, CA: Foundation for Inner Peace. 3. Barna, S. (2025). Flying Home: Soul Stories for the Little One Within. Toronto: LightPath Publishing. **Registration:** TTS Study Groups, ts.study.to@gmail.com Registration **optional** (for updates and materials). Walk-ins welcome. ### **About the Facilitator:** **Sophia Barna** is an educator and facilitator with a long-standing interest in the relationship between inner life and everyday life: how spiritual principles become livable, embodied realities rather than abstract ideas. Her work bridges consciousness research, reflective inquiry, and practical methods for self-observation and inner transformation. Her background includes graduate training in education and social work, and advanced professional training in EMDR. In “Conscious Living,” she draws on the Map of Consciousness (as developed by David R. Hawkins) and the spiritual psychology of A Course in Miracles, inviting participants to explore themes such as presence, perception, forgiveness, and the cultivation of love, joy, and gratitude through shared practice and dialogue. Her facilitation style is heart-centered, clear, and experiential, with space for participants to learn through reflection, discussion, and embodied exercises. ***Important distinction:*** While Sophia’s clinical experience, education, and skills shape how she holds the space and communicates, this series does not constitute EMDR therapy, psychotherapy or a clinical solution for mental or emotional problems. It is a group experience offered in the spirit of service and public learning, and it should not replace care from a licensed provider in a private and confidential therapeutic relationship.

**Though it's coming to late spring, one wonders if spring has even started; nonetheless it is time for another brunch,** The future of the **Halton Peel Humanist Community** is in the balance and we want our members and friends to be aware of the challenges we face. Please join us and share your ideas, and especially what you can contribute to keep it going. We will soon discuss these matters more formally at our Annual Meeting, but see no reason why we cannot start the conversation sooner. We’re all ears. ***Apologies for the relatively short notice*** Curious about the brunch menu at the Donegal Arms? You can browse it here: *[Brunch Menu](https://www.instagram.com/p/DLLKR7vP9dB/)* (though no promises it’s fully up to date). **Parking tip:** Try the lot on Hurontario Street, just north of Donegal Arms and the two storefronts next to it.

Join us the 4th Friday of every month at 6 pm at Cherie Bistro for another Toronto Humanist & Atheist get-together! Catch up with friends and welcome new people.

### Thursday Evening Discussion Group **In\-Person \| Starts at 8:00 PM \(Doors open at 7:30 PM\) \| Drop\-In** **Starting material:** *[Network of Thought](https://www.holybooks.com/wp-content/uploads/Network-of-Thought-Krishnamurti-ebook.pdf)* by **Jiddu Krishnamurti** This weekly discussion group offers a reflective and open space to explore themes of **mysticism, spirituality, and inner transformation** through selected writings and talks by Jiddu Krishnamurti, Annie Besant, Alice Bailey, and other thinkers whose work invites deep **inquiry into consciousness, freedom, truth,** and **the nature of self-understanding**. Rather than promoting a particular belief system, the group emphasizes **shared reading, thoughtful reflection, and respectful dialogue**. Participants are welcome to engage at their own pace—whether through listening, contemplation, or open discussion. While there is **no requirement to commit before attending**, *the intention is to gradually build a group of participants who are interested in returning regularly and engaging sincerely with the material* and the group process. Newcomers are very welcome, and those who feel drawn to ongoing study are warmly encouraged to continue attending. This is a **drop-in group**, and no prior background or preparation is required. **All are welcome.** Come as you are, reflect together, and take part in a spirit of openness and mutual respect.

Come to our church on Sunday! We’re a welcoming bunch. Our website is nlife.ca

**Note:** Online attendance for this event is expected from around the world, so register early to reserve your spot before the Zoom attendance capacity is reached. New to Eckankar? Register for a **Complimentary Pass** to the May 23-24 seminar! **WHAT IS AN ECKANKAR SOUL ADVENTURE SEMINAR?** An ECK Soul Adventure Seminar is always a spiritual occasion. A celebration of like-hearted people, each inspiring talk, workshop, and presentation offers secrets to spiritual living that can help you take another step on your individual journey home to God. Above all, the heart of the seminar experience is about discovering more about the divine love that already lies within you. **This is a hybrid (online AND in-person) 2-day seminar:** * Saturday, May 23rd from 1:00 pm - 8:00 pm ET * Sunday, May 24th from 9:30 am -11:00 am ET * FREE for guests who are not formal students of Eckankar **To view the program and to register online or in person, [click here](https://www.eckankarcanada.ca/ontario-spiritual-events.html)**[ ](https://www.eckankarcanada.ca/ontario-spiritual-events.html) **THEME** ***HOW TO SURVIVE SPIRITUALLY IN OUR TIMES*** “Yet life is a mystery until we begin to understand that we can be the creators of our own world. In truth, what we are today is a creation of that which we have made from the past. There is a way to change the future. “ *\~ ECK Master Harold Klemp, Sound of Soul pg 37* **FEATURES** * **Interactive Spiritual Discussion, Talks, Panels, Youth and Young Adult Program,** * **​Music, Art, Fellowship!** * **Address: North York Central Library and Concourse Event Space, 5120 Yonge Street, Toronto, ON, M2N 5N9** * **To view the program and to register online or in person, [click here](https://www.eckankarcanada.ca/ontario-spiritual-events.html)**[ ](https://www.eckankarcanada.ca/ontario-spiritual-events.html) **FEATURED SPEAKER - DEBBIE BRYK-SERVA** Debbie Bryk-Serva has been a student of Eckankar for over 45 years and is a retired pediatric cardiologist, wife, mother, and grandmother. She has one adorable fur baby, a golden doodle named Georgia. She is grateful for the spiritual insights and inner guidance that have developed through her active practice of the spiritual exercises of Eckankar. She loves the ECK teachings and spiritual exercises because they work! Life has its challenges, but she looks for the silver lining and blessing that is waiting to be realized in each experience. Soul equals Soul, and you, too, can open your heart to the blessings of love all around. Join us at the Ontario ECK Regional Seminar to discover how to survive and thrive spiritually in our times! **To view the program and to register online or in person, [click here](https://www.eckankarcanada.ca/ontario-spiritual-events.html)** **\*INTERNATIONAL GUESTS:** This event is not intended for anyone who is barred by the laws of their country from attending. Please follow the laws of your home country. Sponsored by Eckankar Canada in Ontario. Illustration Courtesy of [Eckankar, The Path of Spiritual Freedom](http://www.eckankar.org/)

We may pick a specific topic and post in advance or may discuss current events and various ad hoc topics . We would love to spend time hanging out and getting to know one another. Atheist, agnostics, other non-theists, and atheist-friendly people are welcome to join us. Note: COUNT operates a Facebook page at www.facebook.com/groups/COUNT.discussions (http://www.facebook.com/groups/COUNT.discussions/) to promote discussions among members and visitors.

ASH is Atheists, Skeptics and Humanists of First Unitarian Universalists of Columbus Ohio TBD Snacks are usually available, and you are welcome to bringing something to share!

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.

Jimmy V's Grill & Pub in Grandview Heights. You are responsible for your own meal/drinks. We usually don't have any agenda other than eat, drink and talk. :) If the weather is nice we will be on the back patio, otherwise we are in the cigar room. This group has been meeting every Tuesday evening for over a decade. Many attendees do not RSVP on meetup. Please don't let the small number here discourage you. Anyone/everyone is welcome to come. We'd love to have you join us. COTA bus #5 comes to W. 5th and Wyandotte Rd. And it's a minute walk to the restaurant.

**Welcome to Drunken Philosophy** a casual, curious social discussion **Optional topic for this meetup: What's up with all the AI hate?** A recent survey found that 74% of Americans have a negative view of AI, and I want to know why. Come out and debate whether AI is good or bad. My hot take: a labor-saving tool that could potentially help cure cancer gets called dangerous because it might raise unemployment or cause a speculative investment bubble, that tells you a lot more about capitalism and the economic system we live under than it does about the tool itself. As a computer programmer, I think AI is a wonderful tool that has increased my productivity by at least an order of magnitude. I'd go so far as to say Claude Code is the best tool I have ever used. Debate me and name a better one. Is AI potentially dangerous? Yes, but so are a lot of tools. Chainsaws. Steam engines (early ones would occasionally explode and kill everyone in the room). Do you think cavemen sat around debating whether fire could be used as a weapon or for self-harm, and decided not to discover it? I have two friends who hate AI for opposite reasons: one thinks it's a fad and not useful, and the other thinks it's going to take over everything and cause human extinction. Come out tonight, have a friendly debate, and make some friends. No lectures. Friendly crowd. Drop in for one drink and stay if it's fun.

Main Library, Meeting Room 2B Join us for a welcoming evening of reflection, gentle music, and meaningful conversation. We’ll begin with a short grounding moment, followed by a brief reading from spiritual or philosophical traditions, and an open reflection circle where participants can share (or simply listen). Libera Animae is an interfaith community focused on inner growth, creativity, and authentic connection. All backgrounds are welcome.

Christians in Tech is a community at the intersection of faith and technology. Our meetups are designed to spark meaningful conversations, promote knowledge sharing, and encourage growth—both in your career and your spiritual walk with God. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your tech journey, CIT welcomes you. Our Website [https://linktr.ee/citcbus](https://linktr.ee/citcbus) Sponsors and Partners * Improving (Venue Sponsor) * Bethel World Prayer Center (Fiscal Sponsor) * Fruits & Roots (Coffee Partner)