Community Gardens London

The Power of Public Speaking: How Communication Builds Careers

Hi everyone 👋 Thanks for joining. Great to have you here! Introduce yourself, Title Public Speaking & Your Career: An Evening with Two TEDx Speakers Description Tickets are sold on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-power-of-public-speaking-how-communication-builds-careers-tickets-2003568269629 Saturday 24 October, doors 6:30pm, finishing 10pm Mint Leaf London, near Bank How does the way you communicate shape your career? Join us for an evening of short talks, live Q&A, an open mic and real networking, hosted by the London Networking Community. Meet the speakers Moe Musa, TEDx speaker and UK national public speaking winner, is the co-founder of Pathwei, a startup helping graduates land their first job in a competitive market. From managing £700K of procurement at Jaguar Land Rover to leading go-to-market strategy at startups, he'll speak on how the ability to sell an idea in the room, not just on the slide, has shaped his career and his company. Iain Messore, TEDx speaker and public speaking coach, is a former president of the Public Speaking Society at the University of Nottingham and now a Civil Service Fast Streamer working as an Operations Manager at HMRC. Having coached people across the UK, he'll speak on how communication underpins leadership and why anyone can build it. Open mic: story first After the talks, the floor is yours. Step up to the mic and tell the room a story first: a lesson, a mistake, or a problem you're stuck on. Then, in one sentence, say what you're building and the one thing you need from the room. Two minutes each. Want a slot? Message us on WhatsApp at +44 7469 804955. Agenda 6:30pm: Doors open, drinks and networking 8:00pm: Welcome from the host 8:05pm: Moe Musa (8 min talk + 5 min Q&A) 8:20pm: Iain Messore (8 min talk + 5 min Q&A) 8:35pm: Open mic (about 25 min) 9:00pm: Networking continues 10:00pm: End of the official part. Optional afterparty nearby, for those who want to keep the night goingask questions, or share anything useful before we meet at the event.

Bishopsgate: Vegan Children Visit Capital

**N.B. Please DO NOT ANNOUNCE, whilst we plan this event; ignore the date, you can't create a Meetup without one!** *Please RSVP/join waitlist (inc. child +1s) without obligation at this point; first come first served!* Join us for a vegan kids' (Satur)day in London, visiting its highest FREE viewing point **[Horizon 22](https://horizon22.co.uk/visit)** ([map](https://maps.app.goo.gl/KFVRq2fEC6GmAgbX6)), before heading back down to earth for lunch [nearby](https://www.happycow.net/searchmap?location=EC2N+4BQ&filters=vegan) ([Livi](https://www.meetup.com/members/203442611/group/2453012)'s guide to [Spitalfields](https://vegan-nomad.com/the-best-vegan-food-in-spitalfields-market-2025)), or a picnic at no-kill **[Spitalfields City Farm](https://www.spitalfieldscityfarm.org/about-us)** ([map](https://maps.app.goo.gl/7RpXznk3BH2NkUnb7)\|[video](https://youtu.be/IPpXBVhKwGQ)). Horizon's weekend group [booking](https://horizon22.co.uk/book) is max 14, but **[The Lookout](https://www.8bishopsgate.com/amenities)** ([map](https://maps.app.goo.gl/XpnaS4JTLtKRKuUk7)) is right next door, so could have two groups; I'll investigate that's max [booking](https://booking.8bishopsgate.com/book). Later, e.g. **[Weavers Fields Playground](https://maps.app.goo.gl/R2CoJS7s283adDVFA)** is a short(ish) walk away; if the weather's dry ;-) Richard, Napak, and Ashlin (4)

🎲Games At The Pub - Make Some Friends At The Walthamstow Board Game Meetup!

Join our weekly Walthamstow Meetups and play some games with us! **💜Everybody Welcome:** We meet up every week to play a bunch of modern board games, card games and party games in pubs. If you would like to get involved, RSVP to the event. You can bring games with you if you like, although not a requirement. 🌱**Something For Everyone:** Whether you're a seasoned board game veteran or just starting out, you're welcome. No previous experience necessary, we go through the rules before playing. We play a range of games, from lighter card and party games to epic strategies. **📌Where:** We meet at the **The Village Club** in Walthamstow, which is a 10 minute walk from Walthamstow Central underground station.. When you arrive please press the buzzer to gain entry. Just say you are joining the board game group. Come say hello and the event hosts will get you settled in. The Village Club is a member's club but you can attend our board game evening without becoming a member. As the space will stay open for the use of our group the expectation is that you will buy a drink or two to cover the cost of the bar staff. If you so wish you have the option of joining the club in future for £10 a year. ⌚**When**: * **18:30** \- Arrival & Game Sign Up * **19:00** \- Games Begin * **23:00** \- Venue Closes If you arrive after games begin, you may have to wait until the next game starts. If you are running late on the night, please do let us know. **👥Community** **Hosted:** We'll always get folks involved, but you can join the community and sign up for games in advance! Many games played on the night get organised ahead of time. Come join the fun at **https://discord.gg/mHZSKq2** 📸**Photos:** Help us satiate the algorithm-beast, upload photos of your favorite games and consenting participants! When taking photos please do make sure that people in the photos are comfortable to appear in them. **💫Food** 🍴 Drinks are available and crisps. You can order food to be delivered if you wish.

Woolwich: Weekly FoodCycle FREE Lunch

***They*** *say there's no such thing as a free lunch, but they're wrong!* **[FoodCycle](https://foodcycle.org.uk/who-we-are/)**'s lovely volunteers use [unwanted food](https://cityharvest.org.uk/about-city-harvest) to produce three course, [meat-free recipe](https://foodcycle.org.uk/recipes/) (tell them you're vegan) **[community meals](https://foodcycle.org.uk/community-meals/)** across [England](https://foodcycle.org.uk/find-a-meal/), that are free to all. [FoodCycle Woolwich](https://foodcycle.org.uk/location/foodcycle-woolwich/) ([map](https://maps.app.goo.gl/XVEi9poq68YRxQX86)\|[video](https://youtu.be/5VEIsN1aCk4)) is every Friday (with rare exception; I'm notified by text), at **[Woolwich Common Community Centre](https://www.wccc.org.uk/)**'s accessible [main hall](https://www.wccc.org.uk/gallery?pgid=l3le3lp7-1daa7232-8086-4a0d-82cb-1c2a7887d105). I sometimes help the Hosting team, and have met a few other vegan [volunteers](https://volunteer.foodcycle.org.uk/opportunity/a1dQs000000fmvPIAQ), inc. chef and fellow [SE18 Vegans](https://www.facebook.com/groups/SE18Vegans) member John, who has a vegan daughter like me :-) P.S. You can bring food containers, in case of leftovers.

Founder Mixer & Business Networking | Saturday Social in Covent Garden

**Looking for a business networking event in London with a more social, founder-led atmosphere, and on a Saturday?** Join us for a Business Networking & Founder Mixer in Covent Garden. Hosted by London tech startups GMax Card, Ciitab, and Getshop Today. **What to Expect** Quality **conversations**, relaxed socialising/**networking**, and **a live DJ throughout the evening** \- a business crowd in a social setting\. Meet new people\, exchange ideas\, build **partnerships**, and **grow your network** in a relaxed but professional atmosphere. Our hosts will help introduce guests early in the evening, before the event naturally flows into open networking, drinks, and **DJ music**. **Who You’ll Meet** • **Founders** and **entrepreneurs** • **Business owners** and **decision makers** • **Finance**, **FinTech, banking**, and **investment professionals** • **Tech**, **startup, AI, digital, and product professionals** • International **business professionals visiting London** **How the Evening Flows** 18:30 - Arrival & welcome 19:00 - Short guest introductions 19:30 - Open socialising/networking with live DJ 21:30 - Close **Venue - Sycamore Bar, Middle Eight Hotel** A refined cocktail bar inside the 5-star Middle Eight Hotel in Covent Garden, just a short walk from Covent Garden, Holborn and Tottenham Court Road stations. **Dress Code** Business or smart attire. Think polished Saturday evening out with a professional touch. **Tickets & GMax Cards** * Free RSVP tickets include only the access to the event. * Selected paid tickets include a premium contactless GMax Card and 1 drink. **Hosted by founder-built tech startups:** • [GMax Card – digital & contactless business cards](www.gmaxcard,com) • [Ciitab – AI-powered LinkedIn networking](www.ciitab.com) • [Getshop Today – UK ecommerce platform](www.getshop.today) **Important Details** • 18+ event. ID may be required at the bar. • Photography and filming may take place for promotional use by [Cine Eye (Audiovisual Production).](www.cineeye.co.uk) • Attendance is at your own risk. Organisers and venue accept no liability for loss, damage, or injury. **Spaces are limited and early booking is recommended.**

Plumstead/Online: Monthly Plant-Based Greenwich Meet

Join us for **[Plant-Based Greenwich](https://www.facebook.com/PBC.Greenwich)** monthly meet at **[The Star](https://www.happycow.net/reviews/the-star-inn-south-east-london-90126)** ([map](https://maps.google.com/?cid=6594484070458400691)) in Plumstead or online. Drinks/food/chat downstairs 7pm-8pm, for those interested, then our meeting upstairs/via [WhatsApp Voice Chat](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Fwquc5wcjUbIOkvJRBpQhO) 8pm-9pm, equally for those interested :-) *Children and dogs most welcome, the former can use the upstairs [play room](https://www.meetup.com/lhcveg/photos/35892143/533302513), but aren't allowed downstairs after 8pm.*

Communicate With Impact

Even 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.

£10 Tuesday at Kew Gardens and Autumn Colours

London Society FREE HIKE - Hayes to Hamsey Green

Have you ever wanted to partake in hikes where you get exposed to new areas with luscious forms of nature, some amazing views and possibly some hidden gems? If so, this may be the right event for you. Welcome back to the Hiking events where all of this is possible. This is the opportunity to form friendships, discover a different perspective of London, improve your fitness, embrace nature but also feel great about yourself. With this particular Hike, we’ll be hiking from Hayes to Hamsey Green. We’ll be traversing through Springpark, Threehalfpenny wood, Addington hills, Bradley Bank, little Heath woods, Selsdon woods, Oaken Shaw and much more. There will be a mixture of muddy, clear and steep pathways. This is also part of the London Loop which is a near 150 mile pathway that encircles almost all of Greater London and is split into 24 hiking routes. This is section 4. If you want to be part of the journey, feel free to join us. 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 Starting point: Hayes Ending point: Hamsey Green Walking length: 16km Duration: around 5 hours at most Required clothing: Smart casual, comfortable shoes and a jacket in case it gets cold
Departure: 20 minutes after the meeting time. WHAT - Hike WHERE - Hayes to Hamsey Green WHEN - 11am -5pm MEETING POINT - Outside Hayes Station NEAREST STATION - Hayes Station REQUIREMENTS - Just your good behaviour is all and whatever is listed above for the walk. 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.

Free Community Meals with FoodCycle Every Friday 7pm In Bow Church.

Foodcycle community meal every Sunday 1pm at Al Madina Mosque Barkkng

Board Games Evening at The Library Pot 😁🍻🎲🍰☕🍕

The Library Pot has over 700 board games to choose from! Join Emily Wednesday night to learn and play board games together. IMPORTANT PLEASE READ Venue: The Library Pot Board Game Cafe, 86 Kew Road, Richmond, TW9 2PQ. The cafe has food and drink minimum spend requirement of £15 and a £6.50 cover charge. The Library Pot menu [https://librarypot.uk/menu/](https://librarypot.uk/menu/) Please don't bring any food or drink to be consumed on the premises. Sorry no bicycles or buggies of any type inside. Venue: The Library Pot - Games Club, 86 Kew Road, Richmond, TW9 2PQ We are only 5 minutes walk from the Richmond train station. If you come by car, there is unrestricted parking in some of the sides streets. Several bus routes pass close by. DISCLAIMER: By joining in on any of our Meetup activities you agree and accept, that, by the simple act of attending, you are fully responsible for your own safety & well-being and that you will not hold the Host/s responsible in any way for any injuries or other loss that you may suffer.