Civic Engagement London
Join civic engagement groups in London and make an impact
Quiet activism: Peace and Friendship Banner-making
Sun, Nov 8, 2:00 PMHelp Katya and Katie in creating a banner that will be used later this month to spread peace and friendship as part of our Mitzvah Day action.
Nature Walk & Talk on How We Can Create Social Impact
Sat, Nov 21, 11:00 AMLet's take some time to go out and enjoy nature. Join us on this unique UXers Nature Walk and learn about the area we are focused on this year to drive social impact through our [Responsible Design for Change Fellowship](https://www.ux4change.org/responsible-design-for-change-fellowship/). Get a chance to meet our founder, Sandra Gonzalez, and some of the fellows who graduated from The Responsible Design for Change Fellowship. This is a very wonderful opportunity to connect with nature and our community. You are welcome to bring your pet and/or your children. We will start and end the walk at the Princess of Wales to share a drink and network a bit. We look forward to spending a lovely morning with you.
English Church Service at Inspire St James, Clerkenwell
Sun, Nov 15, 4:00 PMEveryone is very welcome to join us for tea and cake and the church service, which runs every Sunday. Hope you can join us! *PLEASE NOTE that this is NOT the English class.* The English class runs during the term: and classes are posted as separate Meetup events. Please sign up for the classes on the relevant Meetup. The classes run from 2:30 pm - 3:45pm. --- What happens in this event? Come and experience a Traditional English Church Service with Live Music and Singing. Enjoy Tea and coffee after the Church service. You will meet a friendly local community. Make friends from all over the world, people from diverse backgrounds and stages of life. What happens during the church service? You do not need to do anything, apart from sit, listen and observe. It is a great way to improve your listening skills and also to learn about what Christianity says about life and why we think it might be relevant. You will listen to live singing, prayer, a Bible reading, and hear a talk from someone explaining it. You are welcome to join at any time and leave before the service finishes if you do not feel you can stay. You will have time after the service to talk to us either about what you have heard or just anything you'd like to talk about, over a cup of tea or coffee and there is usually also a lot of cakes or snacks! Find out more about Inspire St James Church at: https://inspirelondon.org/ We hope to see you this Sunday!
🎄Xmas Cards To Elderly in Care Homes
Thu, Nov 12, 5:30 PMWe will be writing Christmas cards with warm festive messages to elderly people in residential care homes. Many people in residential care do not receive regular visits and Christmas can be particularly isolating. This small act of kindness can help them to not feel as lonely during the Christmas period. Join us, and send some smiles across the miles to those who need them most. Stop by for all of it or even if just for an hour! I’ll provide the Xmas cards and all the writing material you will need to brighten someone’s day. All you need to bring is your wonderful self! If it’s your first time, don't worry, I’ll have guidelines and inspirational suggestions. \*\*\* POLITE REMINDERS\*\*\* * If you click to attend but then can’t come, PLEASE change your RSVP to say you are no longer attending. This will then allow your space to go to another volunteer who can come instead. * This is a safe and respectful gathering. So please remember to always act respectfully and to be mindful of each other's boundaries. \*\*\* HOW TO FIND US \*\*\* We will be in Paul’s, which is just opposite Earls Court tube station. Look for the table with lots of stationary on it!
Free* Practice English at International café - PUB SESSION
Sun, Nov 22, 2:30 PMLets grub a drink & come and practice speaking English with our English speaking volunteers. You will learn more about British culture at the same time. This week at International Cafe, we invite everyone to meet up for drinks at the local PUB and engaging conversations. It is open to everyone who likes to make new friends and practice English. So mark your calendars: 🕕 Time: **Sunday at 2.30 PM** 📍 Address: ECIR OEA, meet up on the steps of Inspire at St James Church Questions? Text Organiser 07708228436
Communicate With Impact
Sat, Nov 7, 2:00 PMEven though we communicate so much, and even with so many communication platforms, expressing ourselves clearly and listening actively is still a challenge for most of us. But if you want to deepen your relationships, make meaningful connections and increase your impact, with friends, loved ones, and those we live and work with, join us for strategies on how to: * speak well and listen better * be a confident and an effective communicator **This is a free in-person 60-minute seminar.** **If you would like to make a voluntary donation, please click** [here.](https://www.innerspace.org.uk/donations/ "https://www.innerspace.org.uk/donations/") \* I consent to my submitted data being collected and stored. We will process your personal data in line with the GDPR requirements and always store it securely and use it only for the purpose for which it has been collected. We will not pass on your details to any third parties without your consent.
Free* English conversation class at International café
Sun, Nov 8, 2:30 PMDiscover the World at International Cafe! We are a group of Christian volunteers set out to create a friendly community that welcomes everyone! Come and practice speaking English with our English speaking volunteers. You will learn more about British culture and discuss life with NEW topics each week. We also include a Bible story at the end of our sessions. At International Cafe, we start our meet up with refreshments, snacks and continue in engaging conversations. Each week, we'll look at NEW topics about British culture and history, so you can learn and socialize. Best of all, it's a free event and open to everyone! So mark your calendars: 🕕 Time: **Sunday at 2:30 PM** 📍 Address: ECIR OEA, Inspire at St James Questions? Text Organiser at 07708228436.
London Society FREE TALK - Deep Conversations
Sun, Nov 8, 5:00 PMHave you ever wanted to gather together and talk about insightful topics which broadens your thinking and knowledge? If so, this may be the right event for you. Welcome to the ‘Deep conversations’ event where you get the opportunity to share your views based on the topics that we may cover. The last time this was executed, it not only went well but we managed to learn from one another which broadened our thinking. With this particular event, the topics we’ll discuss are: * Have you played video games and if so, what’s your views on it? * Do you think video games can educate you better than school can? * Do you think video games teach you about the real world and what it really is? * Name me one of your favourite video games you played and why it was phenomenal? We get so preoccupied with daily life that we hardly have a chance to sit back and think as well as discuss many topics in such depth. When was the last time you sat back and thought about anything in depth which opened your eyes to so many possibilities and broadened your thinking? Now is your chance to share your views and learn from one another. By participating in this, you could broaden your ways of thinking, learn new lessons or even heal if you have your hidden struggles. My fellow explorers, if you enjoyed the event, I’m more than happy to accept any donations which of course are optional but will go a long way to help me unlock and deliver even more exciting and engaging events and resources: https://www.paypal.me/calvinjoy WHAT - Deep conversations WHERE - Knoops https://maps.app.goo.gl/C1seByEDErKHvAps8?g_st= WHEN - 5pm - 7pm MEETING POINT - inside Knoops NEAREST STATION - Sloane Square station REQUIREMENTS - Just your good behaviour and respect on one’s opinions. PRECAUTIONS - This event is capped so if you do RSVP but can’t make it, please change it to ‘not going’ so it enable others willing to attend to be marked as ‘going’. If you do mark yourselves as going, don’t change your RSVP and don’t attend, the next time another event such as this takes place and you rsvp, you will be marked as ‘not going’ as it’s possible you may make commit the same action. Please be mindful about the opportunities for others who are willing to attend. Disclaimers: Please be on your best behaviour and respect one another. This group doesn’t tolerate any misbehaviour and misconduct. Should such a thing take place, you will be removed. If you ask a question that either already has the answer to it or doesn’t relate to the event at all, I won’t respond. Whenever an event takes place, I will cut off contact 20 minutes after the event commences. If you message even 1 minute after the cut off time, I won’t be available as I’m conducting the event. There will be photography and videography by myself so if you are photo conscious and/or do not want to be in the video, do kindly inform me and I’ll try my utmost best to not involve you in the picture. Let’s all be responsible but please be aware you come at your own risk. Do be mindful of your possessions, belongings and most importantly, your safety. The ‘London society of explorers’ accept no risk of liability at this event.
THE SUNRISE CLUB: meet while the city sleeps for a tiny adventure, community & ☕
Sat, Nov 7, 6:55 AMWatch the sunrise in the company of other people who are up for tiny adventures. Warm up and carry on conversations in a nearby cafe afterwards. (Conversations fuelled by early morning light and coffee tend to be good ones.) **The plan:** * meet at 6:55AM at the top of **PRIMROSE HILL** * sunrise is at 7:03AM * take in the view for a little while (depending on how cold it is) * walk to a local café on Regents Park Road * warm up with coffee We meet frequently to create and sustain community. New people and visitors are always welcome :-) We will be easy to find because we will be at the top of the hill looking out for early birds. Relevant links: **[INSTAGRAM](https://www.instagram.com/thesunriseclubetc)** to see some beautiful skies & what these meetups look like **[SUBSTACK](https://experimentsingroupwisdom.substack.com/)** for the newsletter and occasional extras **[WEBSITE](http://www.alltogether.one/)** for all other groups **[WHATSAPP GROUP](https://chat.whatsapp.com/DPkYXvrP6IhFrSRDiQACLC)** for occasional announcements Looking forward to seeing you! Bonny :-)
Practical Philosophy Club Meetup - London 🇬🇧
Sat, Nov 14, 2:00 PM**🗂️ CONTENTS (click read more)** * Policies incl. RSVP, attendance, no-show & late policy removals. (Mandatory reading - see end) * What is Practical Philosophy Club (PPC) about? * How does it work? * General meeting agenda * FAQ (binding terms) * Optional donations * What people say about PPC * Our WhatsApp group & links to PPC worldwide **🏛️ WHAT'S PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY ABOUT?** Practical Philosophy is an informal weekly meetup that brings critical thinkers together for an opportunity to dive deep on a topic, practice communicating, and building a community. All with no ‘official’ philosophy knowledge required! 😎 Practical Philosophy is based on the idea that philosophy should be accessible to all, and not something reserved only for academics. Each week we choose a topic, and the goal is to use the conversation to develop our critical thinking, listening skills and communication as we explore that topic. The goal is to help develop our Critical Thinking, Communication, and Community 🙌 📓 **HOW DOES IT WORK?** Each week, we pick one topic and discuss it. The topic for the week is shared, generally in the meetup events comments section or the optional-to-join [Whatsapp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/B6fqS6HGujq8gb3a0kl5pS), along with jump-off points you may wish to consider to get the conversation going. When groups get bigger than 7-8 people, it’s important that we break into smaller groups. This way we are able to maintain a conversational flow as opposed to having our meetups feel like a discourse, debate or lecture. **📋 GENERAL MEETING AGENDA** We start promptly. It is important everyone hears the introduction, discussion guidelines and the week’s topic jump off points, even if you’ve heard them before, but especially if you are new. RSVP on Meetup for you and any guests is mandatory. If you or any guests haven’t RSVP’d, you will be asked to do so before you join the discussion. By RSVPing to our events and attending, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to our policies & disclaimers. Each Practical Philosophy Club (PPC) meetup follows this general timeline: * 13:45–14:00 (Optional) - Early arrival for newcomers. If you would like a soft intro, time to settle in & familiarise yourself with the space, or have a casual chat beforehand to ease any nerves or just get to know other newbies, please feel free to join us early. * 14:00-14.15 - Standard arrival time. It is important that everyone arrives before (not at) 2.15pm. It’s better to arrive closer to 2pm so you can shuffle around if you want to sit at a different table to meet new faces, and do your table introductions. This is also when I check people in on the Meetup app. * 14:15-14:20 - Once everyone has been checked in on the Meetup app, we will give a short explainer on what PPC is about, read out the discussion guidelines and introduce the topic’s jump-off points provided by PPC HQ. * 14:20-15:20 - You can kick off with general thoughts on the topic and have an open discussion afterwards. Each table can refer to the ‘jump-off’ points as needed, at their pace. They are there to help guide the conversation. It’s not obligatory to use or answer them or discuss in order. * 15:20-15:30 - We sometimes take a group photo. If you don't want to be in the group photo, there's no pressure, it's just a way to close out the meeting. The host will go to the tables or announce to the gathering when the meetup has officially ended. From that point on, anyone who wishes to stay in the venue and continue discussions or attend unofficial social e.g. in a pub or park to mingle with different groups afterwards does so independently of the meetup event and understands it is no longer hosted by the Meetup event hosts. **🧧PRICING?** Practical Philosophy Club is FREE to attend, and we operate on donations. If you'd like to donate to support our running costs, that helps keep our group self-sustaining. Donations are entirely 100% voluntary, but your contribution is appreciated! QR codes, provided by PPC HQ in Canada, to donate will be present. All consumables and items for purchase from any of the venues are paid by the individual should they wish to have them. **💛 WHAT PEOPLE SAY ABOUT PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY** 🗣 “I feel like Philosophy Club helps someone build their own belief system through a series of perspectives while not promoting what’s right and wrong” - Ekam 🗣 “I got hooked from day 1 (the topic was authority) and felt it was the right place for me. I feel it is a place where people can go to learn and discuss new perspectives and increase critical thinking and community by interacting with people who might challenge your point of views but at the same time encourage you to have openness and mind flexibility.” - Daniel **🤓 FAQ (Note: The answers below form a binding part of our group policies and terms of attendance).** * What is the venue like? We currently use City Lit’s ground floor spacious café. The venue is accessible, with air conditioning and bathrooms available to us. We try and sit on alternating tables so there is a table free in the middle, making it easier to hear our table mates. The café counter is closed on weekends, but the water cooler, vending machines, and bathrooms are available to us. You are welcome to bring your own, or grab a drink a nearby shop before arriving! By attending any of our Meetup’s, you agree to strictly follow the safety guidelines and emergency procedures of the venues premises. * What will we talk about? What's the topic? The topic for the week is shared every week by the PPC global organisers in the Whatsapp group (optional to join) before the session. We also try to add the topic & the jump off points to the comments section on the event page, but if you don’t see it, the topic and the jump-off points will be in our [Whatsapp announcements-only channel](https://chat.whatsapp.com/B6fqS6HGujq8gb3a0kl5pS). * Do I need to study or read anything to attend? No preparation is necessary! This isn’t a study of other thinkers. We want to know what YOU think about the topic, not what any academic philosopher, writer or someone in the public eye thought. * Is there a specific philosophy that Practical Philosophy is focused on? The goal of our Meetup’s is to not have dogmatic discussions, and instead to flex our critical thinking muscles. Because of this, we want to hear from every realm of thought, and don't study a particular school. * Is it mostly men that attend? Surprisingly, no! Our PPC meetups are attended by all genders. * Can I come alone? Of course you can :) * Can I be late? Please don't be! We cannot accommodate late joiners. We have a 15 minute grace period where we allow people to funnel in while we hang out, before the coordinator reads the discussion guidelines and jump-off points for the week’s topics. Arriving after that means joining an existing table will disrupt the flow of the conversation. We ask you do not join tables with discussions already underway, and join us another time. * Can I switch tables? When you arrive at, or before, the standard arrival time, you can change tables if you wish to meet new faces. After this, when the host starts to read the PPC discussion guidelines and topic discussion points, the tables are formed. We ask that you please remain with your table mates for the hour of discussion. Moving around between tables mid-session disrupts everyone else. Once the meetup event has officially ended, you can choose to continue your discussions afterwards to mingle with other tables and hear what they discussed. The choice is yours. All we ask is that you do not table-jump and join or disrupt other tables during the hour discussion. This is so we can delve deep into the topics without interruption. * Where do you meet? The location is posted in Meetup and our [Whatsapp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/B6fqS6HGujq8gb3a0kl5pS) group for this location. Any last minute changes to venue or any delays of hosts arrival may be posted in either the Meetup event comments or the WhatsApp announcements-only channel. If you want to know what other cities have a Practical Philosophy Club, you can see our chapters on our [website](https://www.practicalphilosophy.club/practical-philosophy-locations/). * Do you organise social events or drinks after the main philosophy meeting? No. The London host of PPC simply coordinates a time and public space for independent individuals to meet and discuss philosophy. The host is not a supervisor, counsellor, events manager, or caretaker. The host reads the discussion guidelines and jump-off points provided by PPC’s global organisers before discussions begin. That said, independent of the official meetup, members do often choose to stay and continue discussions afterwards and may go to the park or another venue of their choosing to socialise. * Are your discussions moderated? Discussions are not moderated. Attendees are entirely responsible for their own behaviour, safety, actions, and belongings at all times, both during the official discussion and during any unofficial casual, private social gatherings at other venues including pubs, parks and outdoor spaces afterwards. * Who is it open to? This PPC discussion group is an informal non-profit community initiative open to adults of the general public. While we require an RSVP via Meetup for logistics, please be aware that members and attendees are entirely unvetted. We do not verify identities, run background checks, or collect personal names and contact details. The club operates with zero custody or liability over its participants at any point. * What if I get offended or don’t like what I hear from another member? Philosophy involves the exploration of diverse, complex, and sometimes controversial ideas. The beauty of discussing philosophy is encountering differences of opinion and conversing respectfully when in disagreement. We do not ban members simply because another participant dislikes or disagrees with what they said. You will hear opinions that you sometimes don’t agree with. Healthy, peaceful disagreement is to be expected in philosophical discussions. We are a discussion-based community, and not a debate or argument based one so please be respectful when sharing your views, and when listening to others. The group organisers and hosts, accept no liability or responsibility for any views, opinions, arguments, or exploratory thoughts shared by any participants. Any offense, distress, or detriment caused by the words or actions of another member is strictly between the individuals involved. The organisers and hosts are not responsible for such outcomes. While we cannot and do not vet attendees in advance or control who joins, we are committed to maintaining a safe environment during our official events. If a member exhibits clear aggression, hostility, or abusive behaviour during an in-person Meetup event, and members report this to the PPC global organisers, we reserve the right to remove and permanently ban that individual from the group. We are not responsible for investigating, policing, or mediating members’ behaviour online (including on social media or messaging apps), at other independent gatherings, or during any unofficial socials held after the meetup concludes. **🛡️ Attendance Policies, Safety & Liability Disclaimer** Important Safety & Liability Information: The London Chapter of Practical Philosophy Club (PPC) is an informal, peer-to-peer community gathering hosted by volunteers. We are a casual gathering of individuals and do not operate as a standalone business or commercial entity in the UK and we are not a legal corporate branch of any organisation. This Chapter is an authorised local chapter of PPC that is managed by global organisers. PPC is headquarter and registered as a non-profit charity in Canada. We operate under their central branding, utilising their discussion topics, jump off points, concepts, and guidelines. The local host(s) acts solely as volunteer to coordinate a weekly meeting time, check-in RSVPs, and read out discussion guidelines and discussion topics provided by the PPC global organisers. Ultimate administrative control over this group, including managing donations, and the ability and final authority to ban, or remove members rests solely with PPC global organisers in Canada. By participating in any of our events, you explicitly agree to the following conditions: * No Supervision: The host does not moderate, direct, or supervise the subsequent peer discussions. The host does not manage, insure, or control the physical environment of public spaces, parks, or third-party venues. * Personal Responsibility: You are an independent adult participant and agree that you are solely responsible for your own safety, health, conduct, well-being, and personal property at all times. You attend any of our gatherings entirely at your own risk. * Property & Financial Loss Release: To the fullest extent permitted by law, the coordinator/organiser/host and PPC accept no liability for any theft, loss, or property damage sustained by you or your personal belongings during these casual peer gatherings, or during any unofficial, private social gatherings you choose to attend afterwards. * Liability Limitation: Nothing in this disclaimer shall exclude or limit liability for death or personal injury caused by proven negligence, or any other liability which cannot be lawfully excluded under English law. Subject to this, and because these gatherings are completely free of charge, entirely voluntary to attend, and open only to independent adults, the coordinator's total liability to you in connection with any event is strictly capped at £0. * Venue Rules: When attending, you agree to familiarise yourself and strictly follow the safety guidelines, capacity limits, and emergency procedures of the venue premises itself. * Public Forum Status: The London Chapter of PPC is a casual forum open to the general public (aged 18+). The host does not vet, background-check, or screen members, nor do we monitor or assess anyone's mental health status, background, or personal stability. All meetings are non-political. Activities relating to politics, extremist groups, or any actions that put the host and other Meetup participants of breaking the law are strictly prohibited. * Interpersonal Disputes & Harassment: All attendees participate as independent adults. The host is not legally accountable or liable for the behaviour, speech, actions, or omissions of any participant. If you feel mistreated, harassed, or unsafe due to the actions of another member, you must handle the matter privately or report it directly to the venue management or the appropriate civil authorities. While you may report serious breaches of community to the global organisers, the global organisers retain the absolute discretion to block or remove disruptive individuals from the online Meetup group, this administrative action is a courtesy to the community. It does not imply or create any legal liability, duty of protection, or accountability for past or future member behaviour. * No Vetting or Vouching: As a free community gathering, open to the general public, the host does not verify attendees’ ages, legal residency status, ID, or backgrounds. We do not check identification. * Independent Affiliations: Attendees participate purely as private individuals. We do not screen for, monitor, or endorse any member’s personal, professional, political, or religious affiliations. * Individual Discernment: Just as in any open public space, park, or café, participants are expected to use their own personal judgment and caution when interacting with others. The host accepts no responsibility or liability for the background, beliefs, or outside actions of any person who chooses to attend. * Content Disclaimer: All discussion topics, jump-off points, and guidelines are provided directly by the PPC, headquartered in Canada. The volunteer host reads introductory materials strictly as an administrative messenger. The host does not author, endorse, or accept legal liability for the content, opinions & accuracy. psychological , physical or emotional impact of the jump-off points which are optional to use as considerations for discussions. Discussions are for general philosophical consideration only. PPC and its host(s), does not provide medical, legal, financial, psychological or any other advice, nor does it offer any fee-based counselling, professional training, or consulting services. RSVPs & Attendance Policies: * No marketing or self-promotion: This is a dedicated event for philosophical dialogue and connection, not a marketing platform. This is a free event where members can expect discussions entirely free from sales pitches, networking pressure, and similar hidden agendas. We ask that you do not use this group, including our event comments, WhatsApp chats, and in-person meetups, to pitch your personal business, hand out flyers, plug books you have written, or advertise coaching, courses, classes, or events you run. While we love celebrating your achievements, our intent is for attendees to have real discussions, contribute authentically without commercial motives. * Mandatory RSVPs: RSVPing via Meetup for the week's event is mandatory whether you are a regular, have joined a few, or are coming for one of their first times. This is the case for any guests you bring along with you too. This headcount is used for venue capacity limits, room bookings, and logistical planning. After 3 no-shows you will be removed from the group and no longer able to attend our events. * No Personal or Emergency Records: Please note that PPC does not collect or hold members' real names, full identities, contact details, emergency contact or next-of-kin information. You participate as an unvetted independent adult. PPC and the host(s) does not provide emergency management, first aid, or next-of-kin notification services. * No-Show Policy: Please keep your RSVP up to date. Space is strictly limited. If you RSVP "Yes" but do not attend without cancelling, you will be marked as a “no-show.” After 3 no-shows you will be removed from the group to keep the group fair for those on the waitlist. * Data Privacy (UK GDPR): PPC does not store or process personal data outside of the third-party Meetup platform. Any data visible to the host (such as Meetup profile names or RSVP histories) is used strictly for casual attendance management and is never stored externally, sold, or shared. Late Arrivals: We cannot accommodate late arrivals. We start promptly in order to get into deep discussions. We request you arrive at the standard arrival time mentioned in the general agenda section, or the newcomer arrival time which is normally 15mins before. If you arrive late, please do not interrupt other PPC tables. Instead, you will need to join us another time. Please do not disrupt others, including the host(s) who will also be engaged in discussions. Contacting others: To respect our members privacy, we ask that no one privately message a member without first getting explicit consent. This could look like speaking in person and being asked to message privately. Contacting or texting other participants without prior consent is not permitted and may result in removal from the group. PPC reserves the right to enforce this policy at its discretion, in order to maintain a safe and respectful environment for us. listen views diverse explore our thoughts. **🔗 PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY - Making Philosophy Available To All.** ✨ Practical Philosophy hosts weekly, in-person meetups in 25+ countries, including Canada, Spain, Japan, Mexico and many more! 🗺️ Join our [Whatsapp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/B6fqS6HGujq8gb3a0kl5pS) 👈 Follow us on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/practicalphilosophyclub/?hl=en) 👈 Our [website](https://www.practicalphilosophy.club) 👈
Walk & Talk About Life's Big Questions
Sat, Nov 7, 9:30 AMIf you crave depth and genuine connection, join a walking think tank of curious people, topics spark meaningful conversations, and you leave inspired. ## Details [The Board Walks](http://www.theboardwalks.com/) are for curious people who love deep conversations. If that sounds like you, **bring a thoughtful topic** and join us for a 5-mile walk (10,000+ steps!). **HOW IT WORKS** **Step 1: Bring a topic** Before you arrive, think of **one** topic you want to explore. A question. A thought that's been on your mind. An obsession you want to geek out on. This is your ticket to the event. **Step 2: Circle up & share** We gather in a circle. Your friendly walk host gives a speech to set the tone. Everyone shares: your name, what you're grateful for, and your topic. That's it. 60 seconds. **Step 3: Walk, talk & float** We walk 5 miles. You naturally drift into conversation with 2-3 people at a time, pulled by topics that spark your curiosity. When you're ready to move on, just say: "I'm going to float!" **Step 4: Feel more alive** Two hours flies by. You're back where you started — but you feel different. More alive. More energized. More connected to yourself and others. That's why regulars join 20+ times. *For more details, read our [Orientation Guide.](https://www.theboardwalks.com/orientation)* **HOW TO BRING A GREAT TOPIC** A great topic = something you're genuinely curious about. Recent topics include: * "What are you passionate about right now?" * "What makes a good friend?" * "What's a belief you used to hold that you've completely changed?" * "How do you want to be remembered?" * "What would you do if money wasn't a factor?" Think of your topic like the dish you're bringing to our conversational potluck. If everyone brings an A+ dish (i.e. energizing, uplifting, expansive), we'll all walk away feeling lighter and brighter. **WHAT TO EXPECT** This isn't a fitness event with casual chitchat. It's a walking think tank where we explore life's big questions together, beyond small talk. *If you're looking for light banter or a standard networking event, this probably isn't the right fit.* But if you crave depth, genuine connection, and conversations that make you feel alive? You'll love it here. **FAQ** * Wear casual athletic attire and sneakers. It's a long walk! * We have multiple first-timers at each event. We work hard to create a welcoming, inclusive, clique-free space. * We welcome people of **all** ages, backgrounds, and industries who align with the [intention](https://www.theboardwalks.com/ground-rules) of this space. * Rain or shine, we've been out here nearly every week since July 2022. If the event is cancelled, we'll let you know. * Dogs, babies in strollers, parents, and friends are welcome — please text/email them the event link so they can RSVP and prepare a topic! **LOGISTICS** * If you'll arrive over 10 minutes late, we suggest skipping the event. It's hard to find us once we start walking, and your host can't answer messages during the event. * This walk is designed for everyone to *move together at the same steady pace* (about 20 min/mile). This format works best when the whole group moves in unison. If you have mobility limitations, we kindly encourage you to find an event better suited to your needs. * Read our [Orientation Guide](https://www.theboardwalks.com/orientation) for full details. * If you enjoy the event, send **[this](http://www.theboardwalks.com/)** to a friend or sign up for our **[newsletter](https://theboardwalks.beehiiv.com/)**. We're in multiple cities with more on the way. 🤠👋 **IF YOU WANT TO GO DEEPER...** [The Board](https://stan.store/ellebeecher/p/the-board) is the next step: a high-trust collective for renaissance people devoted to creating, connecting, and building lives that light us up. * This is a global HQ for people who crave big talk, deep connection, and dream collaborations with people across industries. If the walks feel like a spark... The Board is the fire. Apply [here](https://stan.store/ellebeecher/p/the-board).
GoodGym Kingston // Group Session // Do Good & Get Fit
Tue, Nov 10, 6:30 PM**PLEASE VISIT THE WEBSITE TO CONFIRM SESSION DETAILS AND LET US KNOW YOU PLAN TO ATTEND. THIS IS MANDATORY.** **Want to do something useful with your exercise? GoodGym is no ordinary gym. We're a group of people who get fit by doing good - helping out local charities and community groups with physical jobs like shifting compost and planting trees.** **📍 We meet at** **The Quaker Centre, Fairfield, Kingston Upon Thames, KT1 2PT** **at 6:30pm.** **🏃♂️ At 6:45pm we'll run, walk or cycle to do a 30-40 minute task.** **🏃♂️ Then we'll head back to where we started by 8:30pm, do some stretches and maybe grab a beverage?** It's FREE. It's fun. It's fulfilling. And we're a very friendly bunch. 🍇 — **BOOK ONTO THE SESSION** **To come to the session click here:** https://www.goodgym.org/v3/sessions **You will need to confirm your attendance on the GoodGym website** (this includes creating an account with us if you haven’t already - it only takes a few mins). The link above takes you to the session listings in your area - if this session doesn’t fit your schedule, you may find something that does so check it out. p.s. GoodGym is a charity and you will be asked whether you’d like to donate when first creating an account. The choice is yours and does not affect your ability to attend a session. — **FAQ** Not sure you'll keep up? GoodGym is for everyone (18+). Whether you've never run before, or are chasing a marathon PB, you are 100% welcome. We always have a back-marker so no one gets left behind. 70% of GoodGym members start as non-runners so if you're new to this kind of thing you will be supported by people who are all on the same journey. 👍 What do I need to wear? Most of us wear gym/running gear. Make sure you're prepared for the weather. Don't feel like you're fit enough? Our tasks are simple and fun. There are easy jobs as well as more challenging things for those who want a workout! The choice is always yours. Do I need to bring anything? Gardening gloves are really useful for a lot of GoodGym tasks. And a head torch too if it’s likely to get dark. Please bring some if you can but there’s no requirement 🧤💡🧤 What is GoodGym? We're a (really lovely) group of people who use our energy to make a difference in our local community (and in communities across the UK!). We often meet on a weeknight, at least once a week, for a session to do good and get fit. We'd love you to come and join us. Any questions, just pop a comment below or send me a message. Find out everything you need to know at goodgym.org
Quiet activism: Peace and Friendship Banner-making
Sun, Nov 8, 2:00 PMHelp Katya and Katie in creating a banner that will be used later this month to spread peace and friendship as part of our Mitzvah Day action.
Nature Walk & Talk on How We Can Create Social Impact
Sat, Nov 21, 11:00 AMLet's take some time to go out and enjoy nature. Join us on this unique UXers Nature Walk and learn about the area we are focused on this year to drive social impact through our [Responsible Design for Change Fellowship](https://www.ux4change.org/responsible-design-for-change-fellowship/). Get a chance to meet our founder, Sandra Gonzalez, and some of the fellows who graduated from The Responsible Design for Change Fellowship. This is a very wonderful opportunity to connect with nature and our community. You are welcome to bring your pet and/or your children. We will start and end the walk at the Princess of Wales to share a drink and network a bit. We look forward to spending a lovely morning with you.
English Church Service at Inspire St James, Clerkenwell
Sun, Nov 15, 4:00 PMEveryone is very welcome to join us for tea and cake and the church service, which runs every Sunday. Hope you can join us! *PLEASE NOTE that this is NOT the English class.* The English class runs during the term: and classes are posted as separate Meetup events. Please sign up for the classes on the relevant Meetup. The classes run from 2:30 pm - 3:45pm. --- What happens in this event? Come and experience a Traditional English Church Service with Live Music and Singing. Enjoy Tea and coffee after the Church service. You will meet a friendly local community. Make friends from all over the world, people from diverse backgrounds and stages of life. What happens during the church service? You do not need to do anything, apart from sit, listen and observe. It is a great way to improve your listening skills and also to learn about what Christianity says about life and why we think it might be relevant. You will listen to live singing, prayer, a Bible reading, and hear a talk from someone explaining it. You are welcome to join at any time and leave before the service finishes if you do not feel you can stay. You will have time after the service to talk to us either about what you have heard or just anything you'd like to talk about, over a cup of tea or coffee and there is usually also a lot of cakes or snacks! Find out more about Inspire St James Church at: https://inspirelondon.org/ We hope to see you this Sunday!
🎄Xmas Cards To Elderly in Care Homes
Thu, Nov 12, 5:30 PMWe will be writing Christmas cards with warm festive messages to elderly people in residential care homes. Many people in residential care do not receive regular visits and Christmas can be particularly isolating. This small act of kindness can help them to not feel as lonely during the Christmas period. Join us, and send some smiles across the miles to those who need them most. Stop by for all of it or even if just for an hour! I’ll provide the Xmas cards and all the writing material you will need to brighten someone’s day. All you need to bring is your wonderful self! If it’s your first time, don't worry, I’ll have guidelines and inspirational suggestions. \*\*\* POLITE REMINDERS\*\*\* * If you click to attend but then can’t come, PLEASE change your RSVP to say you are no longer attending. This will then allow your space to go to another volunteer who can come instead. * This is a safe and respectful gathering. So please remember to always act respectfully and to be mindful of each other's boundaries. \*\*\* HOW TO FIND US \*\*\* We will be in Paul’s, which is just opposite Earls Court tube station. Look for the table with lots of stationary on it!
Free* Practice English at International café - PUB SESSION
Sun, Nov 22, 2:30 PMLets grub a drink & come and practice speaking English with our English speaking volunteers. You will learn more about British culture at the same time. This week at International Cafe, we invite everyone to meet up for drinks at the local PUB and engaging conversations. It is open to everyone who likes to make new friends and practice English. So mark your calendars: 🕕 Time: **Sunday at 2.30 PM** 📍 Address: ECIR OEA, meet up on the steps of Inspire at St James Church Questions? Text Organiser 07708228436
Communicate With Impact
Sat, Nov 7, 2:00 PMEven though we communicate so much, and even with so many communication platforms, expressing ourselves clearly and listening actively is still a challenge for most of us. But if you want to deepen your relationships, make meaningful connections and increase your impact, with friends, loved ones, and those we live and work with, join us for strategies on how to: * speak well and listen better * be a confident and an effective communicator **This is a free in-person 60-minute seminar.** **If you would like to make a voluntary donation, please click** [here.](https://www.innerspace.org.uk/donations/ "https://www.innerspace.org.uk/donations/") \* I consent to my submitted data being collected and stored. We will process your personal data in line with the GDPR requirements and always store it securely and use it only for the purpose for which it has been collected. We will not pass on your details to any third parties without your consent.
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