Nordic Cultures

**This will be an online meeting using Zoom. You can join with a computer, tablet, smartphone, or by phone (audio only). Information will be provided to those who RSVP** Every Wednesday evening, the Secular Community Network of CFIC Ottawa will host lightly moderated informal discussions on topics of interest to freethinkers, humanists, and to others who are secular. Feel free to bring suggestions for topics - the group will vote on which topics will be discussed. Some topics we have discussed in the past (and may return to): Religion/Philosophy/Atheism/Humanism * How do you define Humanism? Do you consider yourself to be a Humanist? * How do you define "secular"? Given your definition, what percentage of the Canadian population do you estimate as "secular"? * How does one become a Freethinker? Through genetics, physiology, experience? What distinguishes Freethinkers from conformists or indoctrinees? Science: Physical & Social * How much science is behind what is sold in health food stores? * What are the most important social impacts of the “anti-vaccination” movement? Current Events: * the state of governments in Canada, the US, and the rest of the world * Climate change * migration Non-Religious Lifestyles * If you have no religion, from where do you get moral guidance, social values, and a sense of belonging to a community that would help you in problems of living? Chat West participants should feel free to suggest their own discussion topics from these categories. If you wish to attend, please RSVP in advance. Note that we have changed the access method to remove the waiting room, so a password is now required to join the meeting. If you RSVP, the Zoom link (including password) will be provided to you. For the transition period, I will also make it available here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/606150474?pwd=OUxSL2pWUVlBYzVHcCtRN09Ha0VJQT09

**This group is best suited for those with conversational level in both French & English and want to practice** ● Join us every Sunday and Wednesday from 1:30pm to 3:00pm Eastern Time (New York, Atlanta, DC) for the weekly French Meet English online language exchange via ZOOM. ● The event is 100% free, however donations really help! For those who would like to support our language exchange, you can make donations here- https://paypal.me/frmeeten?locale.x=fr_FR HOW IT WORKS: English/French speakers from all over the world will be split into small groups of 3-4 people and will engage in 2 rounds of conversation; 15 minutes French/15 minutes English. The host manages the switch overs and informs speakers when to change languages. WELCOME: 1:30-1:45 pm- Speakers join the meeting from all over the world ROUND 1: 1:45 -2:15 - Speakers are split into small groups and speak for 15 minutes in English followed by 15 minutes in French (we try to keep EN/FR balanced between groups & you'll receive a message when to change languages) BREAK: 2:15 - 2:30 - Participants are automatically brought back to the main room ROUND 2: 2:30 - 3:00 - New breakout groups WRAP UP: 3:00- Close out with announcements from host Download ZOOM here: - iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/zoom-cloud-meetings/id546505307 - Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=us.zoom.videomeetings&hl=fr -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ● Rejoignez-nous tous les dimanche et mercredi de 13:30 PM à 15:00 l'heure New York/Atlanta/ DC pour l'échange linguistique hebdomadaire French Meet English via ZOOM. ● L'évènement est 100% gratuit, cependant vos participations nous aide beaucoup! Pour les gens qui veulent soutenir notre groupe vous pouvez faire un don en cliquant ici- https://paypal.me/frmeeten?locale.x=fr_FR COMMENT ÇA MARCHE: Anglophones / francophones du monde entier seront répartis en petits groupes de 3 ou 4 et participeront à 2 séries de conversations; 15 minutes anglais / 15 minutes français. L'hôte gère les changements et informe les participants quand il faut changer de langue. L’ACCUEIL: 13:30-13:45pm - Les participants se joignent à la réunion des 4 coins du monde (épreuve de patience) SÉANCE 1: 13:45 -14:15 - Les participants sont divisés en petits groupes de 3 ou 4 et parlent pendant 15 minutes en anglais et puis 15 minutes en français (nous essayons de garder un équilibre EN/FR entre les groupes et vous recevrez un message quand il faut changer de langue) PAUSE: 14:15 - 14:30 - Les participants sont automatiquement ramenés dans la salle principale SÉANCE 2: 14:30 - 15:00 - Nouveaux groupes de discussion (Comme premier séance) CLÔTURE: 15h Messages de l'hôte Téléchargez ZOOM ici: - iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/zoom-cloud-meetings/id546505307 - Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=us.zoom.videomeetings&hl=fr A très bientôt

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★ FME speakers! ★ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ● Français en dessous ● Join us every Sunday and Wednesday from 19:30 to 21h00 (French Time) for the weekly "FrenchmeetEnglish" online language exchange via ZOOM. ● The event is 100% free, however donations really help! For those who would like to support our language exchange group, you can make donations here- https://paypal.me/frmeeten?locale.x=fr_FR About this Event ★ FME speakers! ★ --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- HOW IT WORKS: 40 English/French speakers from all over the world will be split into small groups of 4 and will engage in 2 rounds of conversation; 15 minute French/15 minutes English. The host manages the switch overs and informs speakers when to change languages. WELCOME: 19h30 - 19h45 - Speakers join the meeting from all over the world (patience) ROUND 1: 19h45 - 20h15 - Speakers are split into small groups and speak for 15minutes in FR followed by 15 minutes in English(we try to keep and FR/EN balance between groups & you'll receive a message when to change languages) BREAK: 20h15 - 20h25 - Participants are automatically brought back to the main room/ A short pause ROUND 2: 20h25 - 20h55 - New breakout groups WRAP UP: 20h55 - 21h00 - Important message from hosts 🌟 (Simply register for the meeting and you'll be sent the ZOOM link via email... It may end up in the junk email so check that too ;) 🌟 Download ZOOM here: - iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/zoom-cloud-meetings/id546505307 - Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=us.zoom.videomeetings&hl=fr -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ● Rejoignez-nous les mercredis et dimanches de 20h00 à 21h30 (heure française) pour l'échange linguistique hebdomadaire "FrenchmeetEnglish" via ZOOM. ● L'évènement est 100% gratuit, cependant vos participations nous aide beaucoup!! Cliquez ici si vous voudriez soutenir ce groupe- https://paypal.me/frmeeten?locale.x=fr_FR --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- COMMENT ÇA MARCHE: Un maximum de 100 anglophones / francophones du monde entier seront répartis en petits groupes de 4 et participeront à 2 séries de conversations; 15 minutes français / 15 minutes anglais. L'hôte gère les changements et informe les participants quand il faut changer de langue. L’ACCUEIL: 19h30 - 19h45 - Les participants se joignent à la réunion des 4 coins du monde (épreuve de patience) SÉANCE 1: 19h45 - 20h15 - Les participants sont divisés en petits groupes de ~ 4 et parlent pendant 15 minutes en FR et puis 15 minutes en anglais (nous essayons de garder un équilibre FR / EN entre les groupes et vous recevrez un message quand il faut changer de langue) PAUSE: 20h15 - 20h25 - Les participants sont automatiquement ramenés dans la salle principale SÉANCE 2: 20h25 - 20h55 - Nouveaux groupes de discussion (Comme premier séance) CLÔTURE: 20h55 - 21h00 - Message important de l'hôte 🌟 (Inscrivez-vous simplement à la réunion et vous recevrez le lien ZOOM par e-mail) 🌟 Téléchargez ZOOM ici: - iOS: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/zoom-cloud-meetings/id546505307 - Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=us.zoom.videomeetings&hl=fr A très bientôt.

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Any **Wednesday** afternoon, all writers are welcome to join us on our "**Writers Write-In**" get-together. What do we do? We write, brainstorm, ask questions, whatever is needed to promote our writing and learn. You can find us on our Discord server **NTSFW** or **Writers Write-In** and me as **alleypat (Pat Hauldren)#7797** or on FB Msgr as **Alleypat**. Usually, we have our meetings on Zoom or Discord. That info is announced on the #general channel by Wed. To find out how to get into our chatroom, you must either contact me or another admin or join our NTSFW Discord server as a **member**. www.discord.com We open at 1pm CT and close at 4pm CT. Stay/leave time is up to you. This event is free and open to the public for all writers. See you there!

Come join us for a night of karaoke! Bring your singing voices and dancing feet! It’s always a blast! \*\*\* Rules: ● 0 tolerance for bad , inappropriate and offensive language ● no cyber bullying , harassment and shaming ● No rudeness and bad moral, ethical practices online Please report if you notice this happening Breach of these rules automatic ban from the group. Please help keep HPG a safe and happy/positive place for everyone! \*\*\* Donate: IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO DONATE TO HPG AND INVEST INTO THE FUTURE OF KEEPING THE GROUP GOING WE APPRECIATE YOUR GENEROSITY AND WORK HARD TO KEEP HAPPINESS AND POSITIVITY IN YOUR LIVES EVERYDAY! PayPal.me/happypositivegroup \*\*\* Disclaimer HPG is not a counselling service and we do not offer advice, support or guidance. This Group is not intended as a substitute for therapy and anyone finding themselves needing care should seek the help of a qualified health care professional. Any text and/or links to external websites posted within comments in this group express the views of the author/respondent. They do not represent the views of the administrators, moderators or any other users. HPG disclaims all liability any responsibility from conversations made in this group

Exercise can slow down the progression of Parkinson’s, and Covid 19 Quarantine is no reason not to move! Join our fun outdoor 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 . Our exercise classes can really help improve your gait, balance and posture. They are also an excellent way to get fitter and stronger. Inspired by PD Warrior, we run these especially designed classes, full of fun exercises, 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! 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! 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. Please 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.

An bhfuil suim agat cluiche cártaí “25” nó “45” a imirt? Oíche Déardaoin ó 20:00 go 21:30 ar Zoom agus https://irish25s.herokuapp.com/play Seol teachtaireacht chuig dara@sultnasollan.ie má tá suim agat páirt a ghlacadh. Cártaí agus craic trí Ghaeilge. Tá fáilte roimh chách.

Queridos hablantres nativos y estudiantes de español! nos reunimos una vez por mes para discutir una obra literaria originalmente escrita en español. Nuestro grupo ya cuenta con unos diez hablantes nativos y no nativos que participan activamente en la videollamada. Todos los nieveles son bienvenidos, pero recuerden que si bien los hablantes nativos ayudarán a quienes lo necesiten, esto no es una clase, se trata de una actividad libre y recreativa. Los interesados pueden unirse a nuestro grupo de what's app con este link: https://chat.whatsapp.com/IQTSo9HbdJ982AV8CfZJrU Muchos saludos, Simonetta.

This exercise session is aimed at people over 50. Our exercises are gentle but effective. There will be no floor exercises in this session, but you can expect to work hard! Not exercised for a while? Painful knees or hips? Or just like to end your week with some gentle movement? This class will be a great place to start. No fast, jerky movements, but this will still be a good workout for all levels. Beginners and experienced participants are equally welcome. We will combine chair exercises with standing exercises, designed to strengthen your muscles to help support your joints and improve your balance and flexibility. We will end this session with a chat, just making time to check in with each other and discuss the week and the weekend ahead. • ca 1.5x1.5 meter space to move around. • tablet, laptop or computer screen with internet connection • two water bottles, cans, or small hand weights • a straight kitchen or dining room chair without armrests. My rates 10 session card: My normal rate is £89 for 10 sessions. (different rates apply for my Parkinson’s classes) Pay monthly: Sign up for unlimited sessions per week, for a flat rate of £70 per month if paid monthly in advance. 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. You tell me what you would like to pay: For your new payment, please let me know if you are happy to pay full price, or if you would like a reduction Please 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. And please tell me if you want to pay for 10 sessions, or if you’d like to pay monthly. I prefer payment by bank transfer. At the moment I do not accept cheques. The queues by the banks are just too long. When you sign up, I will send you the link and the password you will need to join this session! Like many others my work has been severely affected by the Corona quarantine, when it stopped my normal work from one day to the next. As I am self employed, I have no other means of income. By joining this class you help me pay my bills, and I appreciate that enormously!

This is a 45-60 minute soothing meditation, assisted around singing bowls, most of them crystal. The goal is to relax your body, soothe your soul, and balance your your energy. I have figured out how to recreate the experience of a live sound bath on the internet. One of the things we find is that singing bowls, especially the crystal ones, seem to transmit some of the energy of the practitioner, which means that it is helpful when the practitioner is confident in their technique and in sound theory, is centered and grounded, and works with healing intent. If you have had an uncomfortable experience in a sound bath, the practitioner may have been off that day. Please note that the session on the last Saturday of the month is a more focused, coached experience designed to help you move through trauma. For more information and donation options, please visit https://www.ayamanatara.com/classess/please-join-sound-bath/

New Light Sanctuary’s Soulfully Satiating Sundays are an hour long online space facilitated by Multifaithed Ministers. ***Nourish your Spirit***. ***Sit in Guided Meditation.*** ***Listen to the drums and fill your heart with peace. Join us in community,*** ***share your wisdom, or just be in Sacred Space.*** Doors open at 8:45AM Eastern and doors close promptly to start at 9:AM Eastern. We require that all participants keep their cameras on throughout the session for the sake of transparency and respect for all. Blessed Be.

Let's grab some coffee/food and share a morning chat! The East Market has an ample parking lot and outdoor and indoor seating. Grab a cup of coffee from Winston's Coffee & Waffles or on your way to East Market and meet us on the second floor - table behind or east of the elevator. Per what this group is about: "Everyone is welcome! International transplants to Columbus who want to improve language skills, Columbus residents who enjoy talking to people from other countries, and those who would like to discuss international travel and culture, and who enjoy getting together for good conversations."

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.

http://photos2.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/2/a/9/6/600_348310902.jpeg Instructor - Crow, HPS Class fee is $30 at the door or approved exchange RSVP with Advance pay of $25 (discounted) by PayPal on the web or by contacting Enchanted Elements (614) 437-2642. Reservations made directly to Enchanted Elements will be added to the class list manually not online. Private Instruction ~ Closed to the Public ~ Initiated Members Only Please come prepared for ritual. Blessings ~ Crow

June meetup at the Library. We’ll play games and have casual conversation in Japanese and in English. All levels of Japanese ability, from non-speaker to native, are welcome. After the meetup we will go out to eat at a local restaurant.

**Soulbits Circle: A Monthly Gathering** **Every fragment of your story is medicine; come weave it into being** **Hosted by: Caitlynn Fortson** **[www.kalikwellnesswithin.org](www.kalikwellnesswithin.org) \| [www.centerfornewlife.org](www.centerfornewlife.org)** **The Center for New Life or Virtual, upon request** **Monthly Circles \| Fridays 6:30\-7:30PM** **Upcoming Dates: 5/1, 5/29, 6/26, 7/24, 8/28, 9/25, 10/23, 11/27, 12/18** A monthly healing space where we gather to tend the pieces of ourselves and weave them back into wholeness that we are. Each session opens with a Soulbits oracle image setting the tone for the gathering we will move through. We will come together to honor the natural rhythms of rooting, rising, releasing, and receiving; the cycles that shape the soul’s journey. Through the four pillars of being: mindset, movement, connection & nourishment, we will create a space where imagery, sensation, and community weave together. Where the body becomes the guide, images act as mirrors, and the soul speaks. This circle is about noticing what rises, honoring what’s true, and reconnecting with the parts of yourself ready to be seen. This is a space to gather your scattered pieces, soften your body, and return to your truth with community by your side. Soulbits Circle is a reminder that every fragment of your story, every soulbit, belongs. Together we weave them into the blooming wholeness that you are. *Energy Exchange: 1-group $20-40 or 6-group $115* *Payment Options: Venmo or Cash* **Please RSVP to [Caitlynn](https://kalikwellnesswithin.org/) via** **email @ [kalik.wellnesswithin@gmail.com](mailto:kalik.wellnesswithin@gmail.com)** **text @ ‪(614) 407-4021‬** 💫