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*Physically Accessible Venue* This is an opportunity to meet up for some LGBTQ2IA-flavoured gaming and socializing—allies also welcome. Come for the gaming, socializing, not to mention the draft! :) Be sure to invite friends and such, too. Although Fred, your amiable host, starts the event at 3pm, feel free to drop in when you are able, Steadfast opens at Noon! You'll have access to a robust library of board games, and attendees are welcome to bring their own games. There is no event fee. Instead we ask attendees to purchase beverages or food from the venue, Steadfast Brewery, conveniently located at Lansdowne and Dundas, 301 Lansdowne Ave. Of course, since they are offering us their space for free, please consider buying a drink if you can. Note - Sunday's is usually Miguel's day off, he may or may not pop in to cook up his amazing tacos, if the kitchen is closed, Steadfast welcomes outside food should you be hungry. We provide nametag stickers with a pronoun field; we want this to be a comfortable environment for everyone, kindly respect people's listed or stated pronouns. * If you are unsure of someone's pronouns, don't assume: Ask, Respect and Practice * Definitely ask before taking pictures/videos Steadfast Brewery is an accessible space with a smooth entrance and large single stall washrooms available on the main floor. For those with sensory concerns, there may be possible loud noises. Steadfast offers an annual Brew Membership called **The Mug Club** that offers the following: Your own mug! It has your name on it and is reserved for you. A larger pour-19.5 oz vs 16 oz 1$ off pours in that mug (if you do the math, this sums to about a 40% discount on beer to stay, I think) 1 free growler fill a month (15$ value each, so $180 value for the year) 30% off merch. It costs $150 year one, $100 every year after that.

Solo parents unite! Time for a coffee break for the solo/divorced/other parents. Come swap stories, chit chat, make friends, meet new people. Free event.

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.

Sunday Morning Pick-Up Soccer - 7:30am to 9:00am Markham Soccer Dome 5300 14th Ave, Markham (McCowan and 14th) Indoor Turf Field. Game Play: 7 v 7 Fee: $15 Please EMT to miguel.jamal@gmail.com ALL AGES AND SKILL LEVELS WELCOME!!! Download the APP - Canadian Soccer Club OR Please go to www.canadiansoccerclub.com The App can be downloaded via Google Play or Apple Store. Click Register and create a profile. Log in using your credentials and select day you would like to play Please RSVP on Field 1. \*\*\*\*ALL PLAYERS MUST RSVP ON Canadian Soccer Club APP TO PLAY\*\*\*\* Games will begin at 10:00pm sharp. Players are requested to arrive by 9:50pm to pick teams and kick-off at 10:00pm sharp Players are responsible to bring the following: * Cleats or Turf Shoes * A white jersey and a black/dark jersey * Shin Guards (Strongly Recommended) If you have any questions, please contact the organizers at admin@canadiansoccerclub.com Thank you and look forward to seeing you guys out there.

Living On Video & DJ Lazarus Presents Sat May 23 - BANG YOUR HEAD Hair Metal & Retro Rock Video Dance Party - NO COVER - 11pm Are you still SMOKING IN THE BOYS ROOM while being HOT FOR TEACHER? Are you looking for a TURBO LOVER that will LICK IT UP? Do you just WANNA ROCK and SHOUT AT THE DEVIL? Then put on your tighetest spandex and acid wash denim, tease your hair, and get ready to BANG YOUR HEAD to the wildest music videos ever made. Bang Your Head begins after the Air Guitar Championship event. Sat May 23, 2026 BANG YOUR HEAD: Hair Metal & Retro Rock Video Dance Party with DJ Lazarus Ground Control - 1279 Queen St West NO COVER - 11pm-2am 19+ FREE TICKET: https://nocoverhairmetal.eventbrite.ca INVITE: www.facebook.com/events/2269553820450622 (please SHARE and INVITE your friends) SEE VIDEOS FROM: Cinderella, Whitesnake, Motley Crue, Van Halen, Def Leppard, WASP, Aerosmith, AC/DC, Great White, Guns N Roses, Twisted Sister, Judas Priest, Lita Ford, Lee Aaron, Ratt, Saxon, Europe, Scorpions, Iron Maiden, KISS, Metallica, Bon Jovi, Ozzy Osbourne, Alice Cooper, Slade, Stryper, Britny Fox, White Lion, Kingdom Come, Dokken, Quiet Riot, Warrant, Queensryche, Poison, Vixen, Marillion, Slaughter, Tesla, Sammy Hagar, LA Guns, Vince Neil, Damn Yankees, Anthrax, Bad English, Skid Row, Bulletboys, Slayer, Spinal Tap, Motorhead, Metallica, Megadeth, Testament, Hanoi Rocks, Firehouse, Saigon Kick, Dio, ZZ Top, Heart, David Lee Roth and many more. SOCIAL: www.facebook.com/groundcontroltoronto www.facebook.com/livingonvideoclub www.facebook.com/djlazarusrocks www.twitch.tv/livingonvideoclub www.mixcloud.com/livingonvideo www.instagram.com/djlazarusrocks www.twitter.com/djlazarusrocks

**MeetUp Point: Entrance is off Leslie Street. Turn left on Leslie to the parking lot 2 in Wilkett Creek Park.** (Don't follow the pin) Join us for a 12 km urban hike that is challenging. Starting past Wilcot Parking lot 2, we will be passing through sunnybrook Park and Edwards Gardens. For lunch we can atop at the TBG Bloom Cafe or bring a lunch, lots of water. Please ensure arms and legs are covered as there are plenty of ticks out there.

🏛️🚶 **DOORS OPEN TORONTO: HIDDEN BUILDINGS & CITY STORIES WALK** 🚶🏛️ Historic Spaces, Community Landmarks & A City Revealed Some buildings you walk past every day without thinking twice… until the doors open. Join us for a second day of Doors Open Toronto, where we’ll explore a mix of historic, cultural, and community spaces across the city — each with its own story, purpose, and evolution. This walk is about contrast. Old and new. Exclusive and inclusive. Grand and everyday. And how all of it shapes the city we live in. This is not a formal tour. It’s a social, story-driven walk — with moments to pause, look, and see familiar places differently. 👉 📲 **Join Our WhatsApp Group:**[ Click here to join](https://chat.whatsapp.com/DRFTkxRlHS4B3IL1lMleUd) *** 🚶‍♂️ What We’ll Do We’ll move through a curated route of Doors Open, stopping at a variety of buildings and institutions that reflect Toronto’s layered history and community life. Some of the locations we may visit include: * **Fire Station 315** – Opened in 1889, this historic fire hall is built of brick with stone detailing, reflecting early 20th-century civic architecture. * **The El Mocambo** – Opened in 1948, this iconic music venue is housed in a brick building with a classic mid-century commercial façade. * **Daniels Building (University of Toronto)** – Opened in 1875 (as Knox College), this Gothic Revival building is constructed of sandstone with intricate masonry detailing. * **U of T Bookstore (Koffler Student Centre)** – Opened in 1958, this modernist structure is built primarily of concrete and glass. * **Polish Combatants' Association Branch 20** – Opened in 1950, this community hall is a modest brick structure reflecting post-war institutional design. * **St. George’s Hall (Arts & Letters Club)** – Opened in 1891, this heritage building is constructed of brick and stone in a Victorian style. * **St. George Greek Orthodox Church** – Opened in 1897, this church is built of brick with classical detailing and later Byzantine-inspired elements. * **Street Health** – Established in 1986, the facility operates out of a practical brick building adapted for community healthcare use. * **Street Haven** – Founded in 1965, this women’s shelter is housed in a converted brick residential building typical of the area. * **Jarvis Street Baptist Church** – Opened in 1875, this Gothic Revival church is built of brick with stone accents. * **The 519** –This building actually dates back to 1858 — long before it became The 519 we know today — and started as a Georgian-style home before evolving into a community space. * **Foy-Smith House** – Built in 1891, this historic home is constructed of brick in the Queen Anne Revival style. * **St. Paul’s Bloor Street** – Opened in 1889, this Romanesque Revival church is built of stone with a commanding tower and detailed masonry. Some locations we’ll enter, others we’ll experience from the outside depending on timing and lineups. ⚠️ Please note: wait times are part of Doors Open. We’ll move as a group and make decisions along the way. *** 🏛️ What Is Doors Open Toronto? Doors Open Toronto is a free annual event where the city opens up buildings that are normally closed to the public — from historic homes and cultural institutions to places you’d never usually think to step inside. It’s one of the best ways to explore Toronto beyond the surface. *** 🌆 Vibe & Expectations This is a longer, more exploratory walk with: ✔️ Multiple stops ✔️ Some waiting in lines ✔️ A mix of indoor and outdoor spaces ✔️ Members can leave any time the like It’s not about rushing — it’s about discovering. Also — this is NOT a formal historical tour. I’ll share context and stories as we go, but the focus is on the experience and being social. *** 🧢 Meetup Details 📍 Meetup Location: **Fire Station 315** 🫎 I’ll be outside and I will be wearing my Moose Hat ⏰ Meetup Time: (Insert time) I will only wait 5 minutes. Anyone arriving late can meet us along the route. We won’t be saving spots in line — it’s important we respect the people around us. *** 🎟️ Meetup Fee: $5 cash in person or e-transfer to 📧 **[mathewmaclean@hotmail.com](mailto:mathewmaclean@hotmail.com)** Doors Open is free to attend. This fee helps support the group and allows us to keep hosting events like this. Thank you for supporting community! 💖 *** 🎒 What to Bring Water Comfortable walking shoes Patience for lines ⏳ Weather-appropriate clothing Optional: snacks or money for food along the way *** 🌈 Who Is This For? This group is open to anyone who wants to be social and make friends — whether single or not. We also host: 🎬 Movies 🚶 Walks & hikes 🎭 Arts & culture outings 🍽️ Restaurant gatherings There’s always something happening. *** REMEMBER: You’re welcome to just show up on the day if you’re unsure about your schedule. And as always, sometimes plans shift and events may need to be canceled — please keep an eye on updates. *** 👤 Organizer: Mathew Questions? Post on the event wall or email 📧 [torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com](mailto:torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com) Come for the buildings. Stay for the stories. Leave seeing the city not just as it looks — but as it’s evolved. 🏛️✨

Living On Video & DJ Lazarus Presents **Sat May 23 - BANG YOUR HEAD Hair Metal & Retro Rock Video Dance Party - NO COVER - 11pm** Are you still SMOKING IN THE BOYS ROOM while being HOT FOR TEACHER? Are you looking for a TURBO LOVER that will LICK IT UP? Do you just WANNA ROCK and SHOUT AT THE DEVIL? Then put on your tighetest spandex and acid wash denim, tease your hair, and get ready to BANG YOUR HEAD to the wildest music videos ever made. Bang Your Head begins after the Air Guitar Championship event. Sat May 23, 2026 BANG YOUR HEAD: Hair Metal & Retro Rock Video Dance Party with DJ Lazarus Ground Control - 1279 Queen St West NO COVER - 11pm-2am 19+ FREE TICKET: https://nocoverhairmetal.eventbrite.ca INVITE: www.facebook.com/events/2269553820450622 (please SHARE and INVITE your friends) SEE VIDEOS FROM: Cinderella, Whitesnake, Motley Crue, Van Halen, Def Leppard, WASP, Aerosmith, AC/DC, Great White, Guns N Roses, Twisted Sister, Judas Priest, Lita Ford, Lee Aaron, Ratt, Saxon, Europe, Scorpions, Iron Maiden, KISS, Metallica, Bon Jovi, Ozzy Osbourne, Alice Cooper, Slade, Stryper, Britny Fox, White Lion, Kingdom Come, Dokken, Quiet Riot, Warrant, Queensryche, Poison, Vixen, Marillion, Slaughter, Tesla, Sammy Hagar, LA Guns, Vince Neil, Damn Yankees, Anthrax, Bad English, Skid Row, Bulletboys, Slayer, Spinal Tap, Motorhead, Metallica, Megadeth, Testament, Hanoi Rocks, Firehouse, Saigon Kick, Dio, ZZ Top, Heart, David Lee Roth and many more. SOCIAL: www.facebook.com/groundcontroltoronto www.facebook.com/livingonvideoclub www.facebook.com/djlazarusrocks www.twitch.tv/livingonvideoclub www.mixcloud.com/livingonvideo www.instagram.com/djlazarusrocks www.twitter.com/djlazarusrocks

[Toronto Climate Film Festival](https://www.tcff.ca/) presents: **Connecting Militarization and the Climate** **Sunday May 24, 2026 – 6-8:30 pm** Doors open @ 5:30 pm. Screening starts @ 6 pm. Featuring two films looking back and ahead … · *Hunters and Bombers (1991)* – National Film Board of Canada, followed by · *Militaries are fuelling the climate crisis \| All Hail the Planet \(2024\)* – Al Jazeera Speaker & discussion leader: Dr. Tamara Lorincz, Voice of Women for Peace and Women’s International League for Peace and Freedom Canada Light refreshments will be provided. Raffle for Seth Klein’s *A Good War* Admission is free. Donations to [ClimateFast](https://www.climatefast.ca/) are welcome. [Click here to register](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tcff-presents-connecting-militarization-and-the-climate-tickets-1988911139759). (Your Meetup RSVP will not get you a ticket!)

Welcome to the Sunday meetup for Toronto Heavy Boardgamers @ Face-to-Face Games! The purpose of this event is to meet up to play heavier / longer board games, and have fun while doing it! We will start off small and if there is sufficient interest we will add capacity for future events. **Scheduling details:** \- If you have a specific game that you would like to post for\, feel free to do so in comments\. In your post\, include the name of the game\, number of players needed for the game\, whether you are offering a teach or not\, and the start time \(please try to start before noon if possible\)\. \- If you would like to join a specific game that has already been posted\, feel free to comment on it confirming your participation\. Make sure you have noted the details posted by the host\. \- You are of course also welcome to organize / join games onsite on the day itself\, assuming sufficient players / tables are available **Rules around COVID:** \- Given this is a public event\, we respectfully ask that only i\) fully vaccinated individuals\, and ii\) those not exhibiting any COVID symptoms\, participate\. This requirement may change in the future based on provincial guidelines and group requirements **Admission Fee:** \- There are no table fees for this event

Struggling with motivation and focus as you hammer away on your manuscript at home? Want to join a community of writers as we embrace the joys and pains (mostly pains) of writing together? Bring your laptop, pen & paper, old-school typewriter, or futuristic writing gadget, and join an enthusiastic community of science fiction and fantasy writers as we work on our current projects in the same space. The format will be similar to our online writing sprints: 30-minute blocks of focused, quiet writing time (the sprints), interspersed with breaks where we can chat, ask questions, and share our writing experiences.

Please mention the name "Happy" to the host or security team

Hello everyone, Please join us for a fabulous and unique evening as we get to experience all the great, powerful and inspiring songs I have written over the years; now live in person! These are songs that I have written for well over 30 years. (I'll be playing many of my more recent songs and personal favorites) I trust you will truly love what you hear! \*Joined by my other groups too; so we can anticipate a wonderful evening! **Location:** Smoke Show - 747 Mt. Pleasant Rd. https://www.smokeshowbbqandbrew.com/ **Date:** Sunday May 24th, 2026 **Time:** Arrive between 6:30 pm and 7:00 pm (if you can) \*Arrive a bit early if you like to get settled in :) **Event Fee:** 10 dollar at the door or e transfer in advance to steveflemming11@gmail.com Event Details below: Sincerely, Steve Flemming (Songwriter, Lyricist and Host) Event Details: **Steve Flemming's Stories and Songs for Humanity (Dinner and Listening Party)** \*Original Lyrics and Songs by Songwriter and Producer Steve Flemming \*Story songs about love, nature, spirituality, life, loss and everything in between! I'll be playing a mix of songs using a fusion of mixed genres like, Folk, Traditional Folk, Country, Bluegrass, Soft Rock, Rock, Love Ballads, Easy Listening, Soul, R & B, Gospel, Pop, Adult Contemporary, Indie Rock; and many others genres too. **About Steve Flemming (Lyricist and Songwriter)** Highly influenced by the great singer songwriters of the 1950s, 1960s, 1970s, 1980s and 1990s. Steve has been writing his own songs since 1990. Songs about life, love, loss, hope, faith, joy, romance, memories, spirituality and redemption. Songs that are universal, heartfelt and often relevant to the lives we lead. **-Arrive any time between 6:30 pm and 7:00 pm inside the Restaurant (reserved seating is provided for the group :)** \*Arrive a bit early if you like to get settled in :) **Event Fee:** 10 dollars (cash only) when you arrive (HST is included) or e transfer in advance to [Steveflemming11@gmail.com](http://Steveflemming11@gmail.com/) (One Beverage or Appetizer minimum please to support the venue and staff) (Plan to come for dinner if you can) \*If attending the 3:00 pm Nature Walk that day there will be no additional entrance fee for this Listening Party event :) (1 minute walk from the new Mt. Pleasant & Eglinton station)

## Candle Making Night at The Arcane Foundry \| Design Your Own Custom Candle **SPECIAL PROMOTION**: Buy 3 and get 1 Free! Step into The Arcane Foundry and create your own custom candle from start to finish. This is a laid back, hands-on experience where **you’ll blend fragrances, choose your vessel, and pour your own candle using 100% soy wax**. Whether you’re coming solo or with friends, it’s designed to be simple, creative, and a good time. We’ll walk you through the entire process, from picking your scents to choosing between a traditional cotton wick or a crackling wood wick. You can go with one fragrance or mix your own blend to create something completely unique**. No experience needed**, just show up and we’ll handle the rest. While your candle sets, feel free to hang out, play a game, explore the shop, or just relax and talk. Drinks and snacks are available, and the atmosphere leans into the **fantasy**, **dark academia**, and **gothic horror** vibe The Arcane Foundry is known for. Learn More: [Candle Making in Columbus, Ohio at The Arcane Foundry](https://thearcanefoundry.com/candle-making/) *** ### What to Expect: * Guided candle making experience * Choose your own vessel, wax, wick, and fragrance * 100% soy wax candles * Optional drinks and snacks * Time to relax while your candle cools *** ### Important Notes: * Please arrive on time so we can start together * Candles will need time to set before taking home * This is a beginner-friendly event *** ### RSVP Required Reserve your spot on Meetup to lock in your seat. **Candle Making** (includes vessel, your choice of wick, wax, scented oil, labels and lids) 5oz Glass Jars $15 8oz Candle Tins $25 12oz Glass Candles $35 12oz Amber Jars $40 16 oz Skull or Jack o Lantern Candle Mugs $65 (Limited Edition!) **All materials included. You just bring yourself (and your drink of choice).** **Payments accepted:** * Credit Card * Venmo: @Daclaud-Lee * Cashapp: $DaclaudL

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.

Join us as we get together to see Paul Rudd in the latest comedy-drama-musical from John Carney, POWER BALLAD! The film follows a washed-up wedding singer, a fading boy band singer and a stolen hit song. Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: Rick, a washed-up wedding singer, and Danny, a fading boy band star, bond over music and a late-night jam session. When Danny turns Rick's song into a hit, Rick sets out to reclaim the recognition he believes he deserves. Power Ballad is written/directed by John Carney, the master of the modern musical and creative mind behind Once, Begin Again and Sing Street! It stars Paul Rudd, Nick Jonas, Peter McDonald, Marcella Plunkett, Havana Rose Liu and Jack Reynor. BUZZ & ACCLAIM: The film premiered to rave reviews at this year’s Dublin International Film Festival where critics call it “a sure-fired crowd-pleaser” that “just might be the feel-good hit of the year!” Others say, “Paul Rudd delivers a career-best performance in this charmer” that’s both “hilarious and deeply moving!” SUMMER OF ICE CREAM, VOL 2: SHAKE NO. 8! Ranked the #1 Ice Cream Shop in Columbus in 2024, this is the perfect place to kick off our Summer of Ice Cream and grab a sweet treat after the show! Their menu features an array of traditional, specialty and vegan shakes, hot cocoa, and more! You can check out their full menu here: [https://www.shakeno8.com/menu.php](https://www.shakeno8.com/menu.php) PLAN: We’ll plan for a 7pm-ish showing and will meet in the lobby area about 20 minutes before the show. Once showtime is announced, advance ticket purchase is advised! Once you have yours, please list your seat number in the Comments section of this event. We'll head to nearby Shake No. 8 immediately following the show! Should be a fun one, Dan

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.