Pen Collecting

Start your Monday sketching with pencil, pen or watercolor. We'll take turns posing for seven minutes each with a different theme each week. We are always fully clothed. At the end of each session we share our work. Beginning or experienced artists are welcome. We'll do every Monday from 9AM - 11AM. **IMPORTANT!** **You will receive an email with the Zoom link, so make sure that Meetup.com has your correct email address.** Also check that your Settings are turned on to receive Mailing list messages "As they are sent" (it's the last one on the list of email settings). ZOOM TIPS ◦ Make sure you have updated your browser (Chrome works best) and your operating system ◦ If you are on a tablet, download the Zoom app before entering the room. ◦ If you are new to Zoom please read: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/200941109-Attendee-Controls-in-a-Meeting ◦ Set up a free zoom account if you’ve had trouble accessing Zoom events in the past. If you already have a Zoom account, make sure you've upgraded to version 5. ZOOM ETIQUETTE ◦ Arrive at the waiting room 5 to 10 minutes before the start time. ◦ We can chat while drawing, but remember to mute yourself if there's a lot of background noise or you need to shuffle things around or talk to someone at home.

We gather for guided meditation with periods of silence, followed by discussion. The silence is interspersed with meditation instruction, perhaps a brief reading, a simple inquiry, exploration or movement. We meet every Monday night, 7:30 pm Eastern Time, ONLINE. If you find you are running late, come anyway! The format is very relaxed and open— anyone interested in contemplative practice is welcome! About Open Awareness Meditation Group At the heart of these meditation sessions is the silent exploration of what we refer to as Open Awareness. We all know what it means to feel closed, limited, vulnerable, or separate. What is it like to allow ourselves to return to our natural condition of openness, presence, non-separateness and ease? This is what we explore in our meetings. We have been meeting for over a decade. We explore and share primarily from traditions of Tibetan Buddhism, as well as the Indian Nondual tradition of Advaita. Some current teachers of this are Francis Lucille, Rupert Spira, and Eckhart Tolle . However all of these traditions ultimately point to the same truth, the truth of our basic awareness or presence which is beyond any tradition, practice or teaching. This is the presence we share, and the presence we are, beyond words. The meetings are open to newcomers as well as experienced meditators, and all are very welcome. TO ATTEND: You can register by going to Awakeningheartpracticecommunity.org. Find the Monday Night Open Awareness Sitting in the Schedule, and click on Register. Only a name and email address are required. Once registered, you'll receive an email with the Zoom link. Save the link - you only need to register once.

Exercise can slow down the progression of Parkinson’s, and Covid 19 Quarantine is no reason not to move! Join our fun online class and stay fit and healthy. Our ‘Nordic Neuro Magic’ is a new exercise class designed for people in the early stage of Parkinson’s and their friends or partners who can walk, are at a low risk of falls and have no major other health concerns. Inspired by PD Warrior, we run especially designed classes, designed to slow down the progression of Parkinson’s. Our members love it, and we can really see the difference in the members who have been with us for a while! Now we are all in Quarantine during the Covid 19 outbreak, we have adapted our outdoor classes to an interarctive online session twice a week. So join us every Tuesday and Thursday at 11am for this fun and fast paced session. If you have 1.5×1.5 meter space, a sturdy chair without arm rests and an internet connection, you are good to go. It is sociable, fun, and keeps you in the best shape you can be, without ever leaving your home. The classes are based around 7 key principles: o Powerful o Complex o Frequent o High effort o Meaningful in daily life o Specific to symptoms o Fun! Once we can get back to Nordic Walking we will! Please keep an eye out for our outdoor classes when quarantine time is over. New to Fit and Happy Outdoors? Please email me on ailien@fitandhappyoutdoors.com or send me a personal message through Meetup at least 24 hours before the session you would like to join. That will give me enough time to get back to you and discuss your needs and find out a bit more about you. Once signed up we will send you a link to our Zoom meeting, as well as the password. Cost: £150 per 10 sessions or £90 per month for unrestricted access to all our classes. Your partner can join your session for free. Pay What Works: The price shown above is the “true” value of the session that best reflects the work I put into preparing and leading your session. However, I understand that not everyone can afford to pay full price, and I don’t want that to stop you from joining us. In an effort to find a balance between more financial accessibility and sustainable pricing, I now offer a “Pay What Works” model. This allows for financial flexibility while still valuing and respecting the work and energy I provide in creating and delivering these classes. Then send an email to ailien@fitandhappyoutdoors.com with the heading “INVOICE please”- followed by “FAHO 1” to pay full price as quoted below, “FAHO 2”, for 20% off, or “FAHO 3” for 50% off. Pllease do tell me if you want to pay for 10 sessions, or if you’d like to pay monthly. I prefer payment by bank transfer, but if that is not possible you could post me a cheque, made out to Ailien Rhijnsburger.

**Release Your Inner Writer** **Release Your Inner Writer is for anyone who feels they are a writer, wants to be a writer, or those who want to explore writing in a comfortable and supportive setting. We’ll set the stage for you to write creatively with opportunities to share with the group, or not, whatever you’re comfortable with.** Have you ever thought: “I have an interesting story, but I don’t know how to start sharing it with people”? Have you ever thought of writing a book? Do you simply want to start journaling? Every person has a story to share, and all of them are transformational for us and sometimes for others. When we write our thoughts and ideas down, we move internal content to an external device like a notebook or a laptop. By doing this we’re able to clear our heads and uncover one layer after another. **Hosted by Kathy Nutt** **Kathy Nutt** is a creative who uses many media and styles to convey a glimpse into her mysterious, whimsical world. Although mainly focused on the visual arts, she dabbles in the written word and is endeavoring to cultivate a consistent practice of writing, whether it be poetry, essays, short stories, or journaling. Kathy believes a writing practice (along with any creative practice) is a beneficial way to break through the mundane and view our worlds through fresh new eyes. We may discover a breakthrough, change a pattern, or just experience catharsis. Or we may simply arrive in a place of joy. She believes the creative process is more important than the finished product and that creativity is for everyone, not just the gifted few. **CREATING CONNECTION CANADA** is a network of welcoming and inclusive communities committed to sharing authentic conversation, nurturing meaningful activities, promoting holistic wellness practices, and fostering compassionate action. We are LGBTQ+ affirming. People of every walk of life, culture, faith, or tradition, participate in a myriad of connection groups, forming meaningful community within this diversity. As a result, these communities are multi-faceted - expressing the inspirations, aspirations, wisdom, practices, and blessing of all. While we encourage you to share openly, we ask that you do so in a kind and considerate manner. **As a REGISTERED NON-PROFIT** charity working to bring community together through like-minded interests, we welcome and gratefully appreciate any financial support. Tax receipts are provided. CREDIT CARD: http://donations.creatingconnection.ca E-TRANSFER: donations[@creatingconnection](http://creatingconnection/).ca

Shut Up and Write is now alternating in person and Zoom meetings. Tonight's meeting is Zoom, next Monday's is at Namu, in the flesh. It's the same set-up either way: we meet at 5:30, introduce ourselves, get started writing at 5:45. Finish up 7:45-8. You can join late or leave early, no pressure. Whatever you want to write, it's good. The hope is that getting together for a focused writing time will stimulate our productivity, even though it's currently virtual.

This is our link for the INNER CIRCLE MEETINGS. Remember, you must be a seasoned note investor to join. We will be checking attendance before we start. This and ALL ZOOM meetings from Note Assistance Program - N.A.P will be FREE until the COVID-19 pandemic passes. https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUpde6hpjgumAh0na17ltH5C7Pe9GaTCg Are you ready to be part of a real inner circle? Seems like everyone has a "mastermind", with one thing missing.....the MASTERS. We are hosting a high powered INNER CIRCLE meeting once a month with the TRUE MASTERS of NOTING! THEN JOIN US THE 2ND THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH at the CERRITOS LIBRARY! Each meeting will have a NOTE MASTER present to help moderate the flow of the N.A.P. Inner Circle Meetings. These meetings are provided for our more seasoned investors so they have a place to meet and bring their files for scrutiny and review. * Is your NOTE COMMUNITY lacking experience and expert knowledge? * Have a issue with your note that is stumping you? * Can seem to get your mentor on the phone? * Looking for a reliable consistent place to call your NOTE HOME? This meeting is LIMITED and RESERVED for seasoned NOTE investors. You must have your first note "under your belt" to attend. You must have active NOTE that the solutions provided may help. LIVE ASSETS ready to purchase, swap or JV on will be presented at each meeting by attending members of the N.A.P. Inner Circle Meeting. Creativity will NOT BE STIFLED at this meeting, ANYTHING legal GOES! Topics to be discussed: SERVICING SELLER FINANCING OUT OF STATE RENOVATIONS WHOLESALING YOUR NOTE REPERFORMING NOTES HOW TO RESELL YOUR NOTE TRAILING DOCUMENT RETRIEVAL New noters are welcome to VISIT the N.A.P. Inner Circle Meetings twice a year with advanced notice. Please bring ticket to door or TEXT (855) 541 6683 to register for the next N.A.P. Inner Circle Meeting. REGISTER TODAY AND BECOME PART OF THE N.A.P. Inner Circle! What is a NOTE MASTER: Someone with over 5 years of consistent note purchasing, trading and work-out experience. A note investor or industry professional who is currently engaged in the business and has the creative experience to assist our members with more complex note scenarios. Works over 30 notes a year in some capacity or another and is well versed in the current note ENVIRONMENT!

Nu: online! Doe een gratis proefles mee: stuur een mail naar: susan@nt2cafe.nl dan stuur ik je een link naar Zoom. We gaan samen een roman lezen (ook thuis) en spreken hierover en je krijgt hierover schrijfopdrachten. Heel goed voor het verhogen van je woordenschat eninteressant omdat we romans/verhalen lezen van literaire schrijvers. De leesclub is voor deelnemers van B2 en hoger.

Men, We are now gathering via ZOOM. We gather together to share a deeper connection to ourselves and to the people in our lives. Join this group if you have pondered these questions or others like them: How do I show up in the world? What blocks me from achieving my dreams? How can I become a better partner, son, father, brother, and man in the world? All men are welcome to bring themselves and their life experiences to this circle, where we truly learn from each other. Participation is completely voluntary, and confidentiality is paramount. We're not affiliated with any religious or political organizations -- all beliefs are welcome here. We meet every 1st and 3rd Monday. Meetings are free and we encourage you to join us regardless of your previous experience with men's work. IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS: Circling is a practice that is most effective when everyone shows up fully present. Please arrive well rested, nourished, and with a clear and unaltered mind (this includes not having alcohol or cannabis beforehand). Please also note that this is not a therapeutic setting, and the facilitators are not trained counselors. If you have needs for a trained counselor, this practice should not be considered a substitute for any recommended care by a trained professional. If you signed up but are unable to attend, please make sure to update your RVSP status, even if it's last minute. If you end up on the waiting list, please check your status as the event approaches, as spots are likely to open up. Plan to arrive on time, as your timeliness helps ensure the flow of the meeting is not interrupted. Please stay for the full duration of the event. If you have a conflict that requires you to leave early, inform one of the organizers prior to the start of the event. • If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to ask one of the organizers. TO REGISTER: Please RSVP on Meetup to reserve your seat and to help us to plan for the group. Please change your RSVP if your plans change! TO CONTACT THE ORGANIZERS: kellys412@hotmail.com

Hello fellow OZ (Origami Zoomers) This is our weekly hang-out and folding digital meeting space! anyone is welcome to join. Even if you don't have a meetup account. (please send me a message and I can send you the zoom link, it will be the same every week) We will meet every Wednesday at 7PM and hang out and fold. The format of the meeting will be very informal, like our local meetings used to be when they were in person. (think of it as a virtual cosi/panera/argo) -first 10/15 mins of catching up and chatting -Teach a few models (please post a photo as a comment here if you'd like to teach or volunteer during the meeting) -afterward, more folding or just hanging out or sharing origami news For those of you that want to fold in smaller groups to either review a model that was taught or other models, we can create breakout rooms Please RSVP if possible so we know who is coming! Come join us in OZ (Origami Zoom-Land)

We are going virtual! Everyone is invited to attend, here how to log-in: \*\* NEW ZOOM as of 7/22/21 and beyond \*\* https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88049317654 Agenda: 12:10 pm: Open for Registration 12:15 pm: Networking 12:30 pm: Toastmasters Meeting 1:45 pm: Adjourn This is a WEEKLY EVENT. AND: Every first Thursday of the month, we have a "pitch training session" specially designed for entrepreneurs and startup founders. That's pitch practice once per month. Toastmasters once per week. Objectives: Whether you are just at the ideas stage or have a fully fledged start-up, getting your ideas and business across to investors, partners and the general public is essential. Our group welcomes both those who need help getting over their public speaking jitters and seasoned speakers looking to perfect their presentation. Benefits of joining this group: 1. This group is especially designed for entrepreneurs, start-ups, investors and anyone who wishes to become one. 2. New group that provides supportive opportunity to practice public speaking and learn leadership skills. Silicon Valley Entrepreneurs Toastmasters Club http://svetc.org (http://svetc.org/) Also, read this: Five Reasons All Entrepreneurs Should Join Toastmasters http://www.meetup.com/Silicon-Valley-Entrepreneurs-Toastmasters/pages/Entrepreneurs_and_Toastmasters/

Weekly 3 hour drawing session for people at all levels of drawing ability, We are currently meeting via ZOOM. Quiet, supportive, respectful atmosphere. An opportunity to draw fantastic models and share your work. Mixture of short and long poses. $15 drop-in fee. Please send your email address to: esla@earthlink.net to receive announcements/ zoom links. Thank you!

**We are expanding our creative programming opportunities with Queer Quills, a quiet writing and sharing space. Queer Quills features some prompts, supplies and friendly faces to help get some inspiration or feedback for your writing. Hope to see you there!**

We'll meet at The Capital One Café, 167 Easton Town Center, Space A-103. This is in the main mall where the Microsoft store used to be, on your left if you're standing at the bottom of the AMC Theater escalator. Join us on Saturday for an hour of uninterrupted wordmaking! • What we'll do Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 10AM on Saturday mornings. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. SCHEDULE: 10:00 - SESSION 1: quick intros. 10:10 - timer starts: write for 1 hour. 11:10 - chat / take off / keep writing. OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens at 11A-11:30ish. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. BEING LATE IS OKAY: just show up and get settled, then check-in with me after the session. (I’ll be the person with the Shut Up & Write! sign.) If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you! • What to bring Whatever you need to be able to write! Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block noise or the occasional conversation by other patrons. Electrical outlets are limited, so charge your devices before whenever possible. See you at The Café on Saturday!

Try new games, meet new people, and find out what story games are all about! Explore the reaches of space! Witness kingdoms rise and fall! Create and explore tragedies! All within a single game night. We play story games like Fiasco, Kingdom, Polaris and Microscope that encourage everyone at the table to participate creatively. We also have one-shots of indie, OSR, and narrative-focused RPGs such as Apocalypse World, Dread, Lady Blackbird, and Old School Essentials! Everybody's welcome! It doesn't matter if you've never tried story games before or never played roleplaying games at all! Just bring your brain and a good attitude and come try it out! *** **IMPORTANT** * When you arrive look for the marked Story Games Columbus Tables. Each table will have a separate game. Seating is on a first-come-first-serve basis. * If all tables are full, look for a Facilitator. We will find a way to get you into a game! * There is a flat $3 cover charge for events at Tabletop. *** **Facilitators!!** Please arrive early so that we can get you set up with a table. Please reach out to me ASAP if you would be willing to help facilitate. You can reach me on the SGC Discord here - https://discord.gg/jUTvWUu

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.

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