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The Board Games event is a fun, sociable and charitable event We are a fun, friendly and kind group of people mostly in our 20s, 30s and 40s. Beginners are welcome! We are a very inclusive and social group and we teach people how to play games they have not played before :) We provide a variety of 40+ board games. The games usually take 5 or 10 minutes to learn and 30 to 60 minutes to play. **Time** * Board Games Start time: 630pm * Board Games end time: 10pm * Eat / Drink/ Socialise at a nearby pub afterwards **Location** 30 Leeds St, Toronto, ON M6G 3R8 (Ukrainian Catholic Church of the Holy Protection) The entrance to the board game room is at the back of the Church. There is a sign on the door that says BOARD GAMES GROUP. Please use the map provided on the event page also. **Fee** $10 Cash (no coins ) $11.55 by card or e-Transfer * e-Transfer before or at the event dvschiller@gmail.com for e-Transfer **Charity Donations** * This is a not-for-profit initiative. Revenue go towards covering costs of the event including venue, insurance marketing, refreshments and board games. Any surplus revenue is donated to charity **Food and drink** * Everyone will get cookies/candy for free * Cups will be provided for tap water * Bring your own food and drink. * Please do not bring CHIPS AND CRACKERS as they make a mess and are greasy * **ALCOHOL IS PROHIBITED AND WE HAVE A ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY ON THIS - there are no second chances** Photos will be taken at the event and posted publicly for marketing purposes. Please only attend if you are ok with this or tell me when you arrive that you do not want to be in any photos The event is officially hosted by Ace of Math Learning Program Ontario Inc.

**On Friday December 19th, join us for Holiday! An Improvised Musical, a 2024 Dora Award Nominee for Outstanding Production, Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble and Outstanding Creative Direction.** Back for its 3rd year, Holiday! An Improvised Musical is the entertaining festive favorite inspired by Stephen Sondheim’s Company. This one-of-a-kind musical party is entirely made up on the spot, sparked by your suggestions. Watch as a wildly talented cast creates a dazzling night of improvised vignettes exploring love, work, relationships – and the true meaning of the holiday season. It’s the only holiday celebration that guarantees laughs, surprises, and a whole lot of heart. Holiday! is a Bad Dog Theatre production in association with Factory Theatre. **Purchase Holiday! An Improvised Musical on Friday December 19th at 7:30pm.** **COST** Regular Cost: Adults $40, Seniors $25 Rush tickets: $20 available 30 mins prior to show time, 2 per person Meetup Organizer Fee: $5 **Ticket Policy**: All sales are final, no refunds or exchanges. **SIGNING-UP** * **RSVP Yes** **(everyone goes on the waitlist until they post they purchased their tickets)** * **[Purchase](https://purchase.factorytheatre.ca/ChooseSeats/134816)**[ ](https://tickets.mirvish.com/tina/20416)your own ticket by selecting Tickets, Dec 19th at 7:30pm A pre-mail will be sent the day before with my cell and reminder details where to meet and when. RSVPs close 1 day prior and the Waitlist will be removed at that time. Cancellations will result in a No Show and impact future attendance. **MEETUP TIME** **Meet for for dinner at: 5:30pm** at Gusto 101, at 101 Portland St. **Meet me for the show at: 7:15pm** **inside the front doors of Factory Theatre at 125 Bathurst St** **Show Starts: 7:30pm (there is no late entry)** Length: 75 mins (no intermission) Enjoy and please post your comments in the Event after.

### ❄️ **Festive Winter Walk — Holiday Markets Edition!** **📅 Friday, December 19** **⏰ Meet for 6:00 PM** **📍 Starting Point:** outside McDonald’s at **Bathurst & King** (look for the Meetup sign) Bundle up and join us for a magical winter walk through Toronto’s most festive holiday spots! We’ll explore markets, lights, treats, and cozy vibes all evening long. Perfect for festive vibes or any last minute gifts you might need to pick up. *** ### 🎄 **Our Festive Route** #### **1️⃣ McDonald's (Bathurst & King) — Meet & Warm Up** We’ll gather outside . Grab a warm drink and get ready to stroll. #### **2️⃣ Stackt Market – Holiday Markets & Lights** Our first festive stop! Explore creative vendors, glowing installations, and lots of holiday photo moments. #### **3️⃣ The Well — Winter Lights & Vendors** A short walk brings us to The Well, beautifully decorated for the season with cheerful lights, pop-ups, shops, and indoor warm-up spots. #### **4️⃣ St. Lawrence Market – Seasonal Treats** Next, we continue east to explore tasty holiday treats, local goods, and classic seasonal flavors. #### **5️⃣ Distillery Winter Village – Grand Finale!** We end at the iconic Winter Village. Twinkle lights, Christmas music, festive vendors, and all the magical holiday atmosphere you could want. Stay as long as you like! **Note, there is an [admission fee](https://thedistillerywintervillage.com/tickets) if you want to enter here. Also expect big crowds.** $15.00 + $1.50 service fee + $2.15 HST = $18.65 total ***I will not be entering*** because have a party to attend tonight. Finally ,[ consider joining our WhatsApp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/H59mSCbsAi018gYANrKAnc?mode=hqrt3) to stay updated on many neat events with us *** ### 🎁 **Details** ✔️ Easy, relaxed walking pace ✔️ Free to join (you’re responsible for any food/drink purchases) ✔️ Dress warmly — it’s December! ✔️ Please *respect your RSVP* so we know who to expect Come enjoy a festive night filled with holiday energy, great company, and the best winter sights in the city! ❄️🎅✨

Welcome ! OM Chanting is a group practice that uses the transformational power of OM to activate the self-healing potential of participants, promote inner peace and purify the environment. OM Chanting is a free practice, however, donations are welcome to help cover the rent of the studio. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- EVENT DETAILS: address: 283 Spadina Avenue; 3rd floor. ( SE corner of Spadina and Dundas). We will start at 6:30 pm. Please plan to arrive 5-10 minutes earlier. We will be sitting on chairs; you can also sit on the floor if you prefer. You are encouraged to bring a bottle of water. Looking forward to seeing you ! For more information about Om Chanting, please visit: [https://bhaktimarga.org/yoga-meditation/](https://bhaktimarga.org/yoga-meditation/) Much Love, Veda Cell: 416-845-9375

✨ **Peace Starts With Me Night – Christmas Edition** ✨ Join us for the final Peace Starts With Me Night of 2025—a warm, cozy evening to celebrate our year, connect, and welcome the holiday season together. 🎄✨ This special night is all about reflecting, appreciating, and enjoying community… starting with peace, starting with us. 🕊️ 📅 Date – Friday, Dec 19 🍽️ Appetizers + Short Film – 6:00 PM 🌟 Program – 7:00 PM 📍 Location – 215 Mavety St (FFWPU) 💰Fee - $5 / person Here’s what’s waiting for you: 🍽️ Appetizer Time + Short Film A relaxed start to the night as we enjoy some bites and watch a short inspirational film. 💬 2025 Peace Starts With Me Recap + Icebreaker A look back at this year’s activities and moments, plus a fun activity to connect. 🎄 Christmas Special Finger-Food Dinner Enjoy a festive, delicious holiday meal together. 🎉 Recreation Time Light games like bingo and other fun activities to celebrate the end of the year! Come join us for a warm year-end gathering, share gratitude, and wrap up 2025 with peace and joy. ✨ Peace starts with me. ✨ **To confirm your spot and help us prepare materials, please fill out this short registration form:** [https://forms.gle/RGK88rXRajdaVYkp9](https://forms.gle/RGK88rXRajdaVYkp9)

**A new format: you choose who you're interested in meeting** This meetup is about getting to know new people and sharing the experience in a small group (4-6 people). *We use the LYTT platform to handle group size and balance - so you're not just hoping someone interesting shows up.* To apply you will need to create an account at [lytt.me](https://lytt.me/meetup/indie-rock-horseshoe) \- it's free\. **The event: Live Indie Rock at The Horseshoe Tavern** The Horseshoe Tavern has been the launching pad for Canadian rock since 1947. The Rolling Stones kicked off their '97 world tour here. Blue Rodeo ran their record label from the basement. The Tragically Hip wrote about the checkerboard floors. This is where legends are made - and where you'll catch tomorrow's headliners tonight. Weekend showcases bring 2-4 indie rock bands through the intimate 300-person venue. Close to the stage, loud enough to feel it, small enough that every band treats it like their shot. The energy is electric, the sound system iconic, and your crew gets table seating to claim home base between sets. The whole experience runs about 3.5 hours. **The group: LYTT platform** LYTT forms small groups for events and activities you pick. 1\. Click 'Attend' here on Meetup\, then head to [lytt.me](https://lytt.me/meetup/indie-rock-horseshoe) to create a quick profile (photo, a few interests, short bio) 2\. Browse others who applied and select who you'd want to meet 3\. We form groups where the interest is mutual 4\. You get notified when your group is confirmed \- payment happens then 5\. Show up knowing your crew already picked you \- *but no one knows who picked who*, to keep mystery and low pressure Applying doesn't guarantee a spot - but we may form multiple groups or invite you to similar events with other crews. **What's included:** \- Entry to the showcase \- 2\-4 bands performing live \- Table seating for your group **Details:** **Cost:** $25 CAD cover. Drinks separate. **Group size:** 4-6 people **Date:** Saturday, December 20th, 2025 **Time:** 8:00pm - 11:30pm **Location:** The Horseshoe Tavern, 370 Queen Street West, Toronto **Who this is for:** \- People who love live music \- Those who want to discover new bands with people who'll actually discuss them after \- Looking for friends\, dates\, or just better ways to spend a Saturday night **Questions?** hey@lytt.me **Proceed to register here:** [https://lytt.me/meetup/indie-rock-horseshoe](https://lytt.me/meetup/indie-rock-horseshoe)

Hello everyone, Please join us for a fantastic holiday season, festive Saturday night where we will meet at our groups fun location, **The Celtic Irish Pub**. This cozy pub is conveniently located at Yonge & Davisville- very close to the Davisville subway. \-\-\-\-\- **Where and When to Meet us?** **Location: Celtic Irish Pub** (Just mention Steve from Meetup when you arrive- to find our reserved section) **Date:** Saturday December 21st, 2025 **Address:** 1954 Yonge St Toronto, ON M4S 3E5 **Arrive between:** 8:30 pm and 10:00 pm (if you can) (Dinner Menu Provided) **Free Parking** on Duplex just west of Yonge **Taking Subway:** 1 minute walk north of Yonge-Davisville Subway \-\-\-\-\- Event Details below: Steve Flemming (Organizer) meetup.com/soulcity/ \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Event Details: **Christmas Celebration Mix and Mingle (with Optional Karaoke!) (December 21st)** -We will meet inside (reserved seating) and look forward to a great night to mix, mingle, share some laughs and then Karaoke after the mixer \*Plan to come for dinner too if you like (a fabulous dinner menu) \*Invite your friends too; or come on your own (either way, we're going to have a blast and make lots of new friends!) \*Chance to win Christmas treats and sweets too :) \*One beverage or appetizer minimum to support the venue :) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **EVENT FEE and Arrival Times:** \*Please arrive between 8:30 pm and 10:00 pm (if you can) **Event Fee: (Cash only at the door)** 10 dollars cash or in advance by e transfer too: [steveflemming11@gmail.com](http://steveflemming11@gmail.com/) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- \*Free Parking on Duplex (block west of Yonge) Residential area, with paid street parking and parking lot on Yonge street

Living On Video + DJ Lazarus presents **Fri Dec 19 - BOOGIE WONDERLAND: Disco Video Dance Party** Advanced Tickets ONLY $10: [https://boogiedec19.eventbrite.ca](https://boogiedec19.eventbrite.ca) Boogie Wonderland has been selling out every event. Grab your ticket, put on your disco pants, and let's boogie with hundreds of disco dancers. Get your friends together and let's go back to the days of glamour, excess, and the fun of Studio 54. Ground Control has 6 large video screens projecting authentic disco videos from the 70's and early 80's, plus a large dance floor for getting down. Friday Dec 19, 2025 BOOGIE WONDERLAND: Disco Video Dance Party Ground Control - 1279 Queen St West - Toronto @groundcontroltoronto Lounge 9pm - Mainroom 10pm - 19+ event Adv. Tix ONLY $10: [https://boogiedec19.eventbrite.ca](https://boogiedec19.eventbrite.ca) $15 at the door INVITE: [www.facebook.com/events/1401475505020766/](www.facebook.com/events/1401475505020766/) (please INVITE your friends) GENRES: DISCO, FUNK, ITALO \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- SOCIAL: www.instagram.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

\*These classes are not a language exchange, but instead are meant to be a step in between so that students feel confident maintaining in depth and grammatically correct oral conversations outside of class\* \***Meetup event numbers only tend to show new students registering and do not include returning students attending class.** **Per class, there is an average of 7 students.** The first 2 classes are free and then only cost between $18 and $36 depending on which type of class you want to continue with\* These French, English (For Spanish and French speakers only), and Spanish classes are primarily meant for adults who are travellers, or who are planning to live in a French, English, or Spanish-speaking country. The classes are primarily oral-based through guided conversations. They will teach you how to handle conversations in situations such as **"Going to the Convenience Store"**, **"Making Plans"**, **"Negotiating Prices"**, and **"Going out for a Drink"**. To ensure that students get used to using the language automatically, students will learn to maintain contextual conversations with timing before moving on to the next lesson. Call (647)787-9953, e-mail us info@monkeylingo.ca, or visit monkeylingo.ca for more information! **Online and private classes are also available!** No other language classes are as conversational as these ones. We guarantee it! Cheap parking can be found using the "Spot Hero" app.

Living On Video + DJ Lazarus presents Tickets ONLY $10: [https://9yearsofSPELLBOUND.eventbrite.ca](https://9yearsofSPELLBOUND.eventbrite.ca) **Sat Dec 20 - SPELLBOUND Video Dance Party. \*9th Anniversary Event\* GOTH / DARKWAVE / POST-PUNK / INDUSTRIAL w/ SISTERS OF MERCY Spotlight** SPELLBOUND is Canada's ONLY dark music video dance party. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Goth A.F. Contest $100 prize + custom trophy to the most gothed up patron. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Saturday December 20, 2025 SPELLBOUND: Goth Video Dance Party w/ SISTERS OF MERCY Spotlight \*9th Anniversary\* Ground Control - 1279 Queen St West - Toronto Lounge 9pm - Mainroom: 10pm - 19+ Event $10 advanced: [https://9yearsofSPELLBOUND.eventbrite.ca](https://9yearsofSPELLBOUND.eventbrite.ca) $10 before 11pm - $15 after INVITE: [www.facebook.com/events/749126777881638/](www.facebook.com/events/749126777881638/) (Please INVITE your friends) SPELLBOUND is a goth multimedia dance experience with classic and fresh dark music videos. Check out Sisters Of Mercy: https://www.thesistersofmercy.com 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

**A new format: you choose who you're interested in meeting** This meetup is about getting to know new people and sharing the experience in a small group (3-6 people). *We use the LYTT platform to handle group size and balance - so you're not just hoping someone interesting shows up.* To apply you will need to create an account at [lytt.me](https://lytt.me/meetup/jazz-night-rex) \- it's free\. **The event: Bebop & Standards at Toronto's Jazz Institution** The Rex has been Toronto's jazz institution since 1951. The intimate upstairs room fits 60 people max - candlelit tables, craft cocktails, and musicians close enough to see the sweat on their brows during a solo. Thursday nights bring bebop and standards from some of the city's best players. Two 45-minute sets with a break in between - perfect for catching up with your crew, debating whether that bass solo was genius or showing off, and ordering another round. This isn't background music. This is sit-down, listen-up jazz from people who've dedicated their lives to it. The whole experience runs about 3 hours. **The group: LYTT platform** LYTT forms small groups for events and activities you pick. 1\. Click 'Attend' here on Meetup\, then head to [lytt.me](https://lytt.me/meetup/jazz-night-rex) to create a quick profile (photo, a few interests, short bio) 2\. Browse others who applied and select who you'd want to meet 3\. We form groups where the interest is mutual 4\. You get notified when your group is confirmed \- payment happens then 5\. Show up knowing your crew already picked you \- *but no one knows who picked who*, to keep mystery and low pressure Applying doesn't guarantee a spot - but we may form multiple groups or invite you to similar events with other crews. **What's included:** \- Entry to the upstairs jazz room \- Two 45\-minute sets from world\-class musicians \- Set break for conversation and connection **Details:** **Cost:** $25 CAD. Drinks separate ($12-16 cocktails, $8-10 beer). **Group size:** 3-6 people **Date:** Friday, December 19th, 2025 **Time:** 7:30pm - 11:00pm **Location:** The Rex Hotel Jazz & Blues Bar, 194 Queen St W, Toronto **Who this is for:** \- 27\-40ish\, give or take \- People who love live jazz \- Those who want intimate performances\, not background noise \- Looking for friends\, dates\, or just better ways to spend an evening **Questions?** hey@lytt.me **Proceed to register here:** [https://lytt.me/meetup/jazz-night-rex](https://lytt.me/meetup/jazz-night-rex)

**Caller: Gaye Fifer** **Band: Hot Coffee Breakdown** **Big Scioty Contra Dance** **temporarily returning to our long ago location for Jan-March - First Congregational Church, 444 E. Broad St., Columbus 43215** WHAT IS CONTRA DANCING? Picture the Grand Ball scenes like you’ve seen in period films such as “Pride and Prejudice”, where the dancers are lined up in long lines, across from each other. That’s English Country Dancing, the predecessor of contra dancing. Now, add moves like “swing your partner” and “do-si-do,” like you’ve seen in square dancing. Set it to fabulous, high energy, live music with fiddles, guitars, percussion and more, alá “Riverdance.” Finally, set the whole scene down in the middle of Woodstock, with a hip, groovy atmosphere, a bit of tie-dye, and hints of counter-culture attitude. THAT’s Contra Dancing! Wear cool and comfortable clothes (you will get warm) and clean shoes that won't mark up our nice wood floor. Be sure to come for the beginner's lesson from 7:30 - 8:00, followed by dancing 8:00 - 10:30. All dances are taught; we will help you learn! Beginners always welcome, no need to bring a partner. Cost is $10.00 adults, $5.00 ages 12-26. Under 12 free. Free parking in church lot. For more information contact me or check out our website: [www.bigscioty.com](http://www.bigscioty.com/) Please bring your own refillable water bottle. Snacks to share are always welcome!

Do you want more motivation and confidence to build Lasting Relationships? This is a free, in-person meeting on the subject of betrayals, losses and how to get over them so you can build lasting relationships. Are you burdened by a stressful relationship? Unhealthy relationships can trigger feelings of anger, despair or self-doubt. They can create dwindling spirals of fights and seeking to make-up, or trying to “pin the blame” on someone or something. If you don’t find the RIGHT reasons, or select the correct sources of the problem, the problem can just get worse and worse. Whether in love or personal ties, with friends or at work, our life really IS affected by the quality of our relationships. Good ones can promote pleasure and survival, while less optimum ones can lead to annoyance, anger, self-doubt, stress, or even affect our health and ability to survive well. Whether you are suffering from a divorce, or a painful break-up, don’t know who to trust (or who to CHOOSE) as a partner, friend, boss or employee - the anxiety of relationship troubles can really make a mess of things. Maybe you’ve suffered a betrayal, or are dealing with hostility or criticalness or invalidation. Dwindling relationships can involve destructive behavior, where we hurt those we love, or start succumbing to self-destructive thoughts, attitudes or behaviors that spiral out of control and affect much more than our immediate relationship. Past losses in love or life can affect how we act or react to new people and situations and hold us back from even starting to create new, possibly great relationships! How can one get back onto a saner course of action? Come to our Meetup, where we can introduce you to some of the knowledge, tools and techniques of the breakthroughs in the field of the mind that we can apply to this ever important area of life: human relationships! Break free from self imposed limitations Here we will discuss: • How to “erase” the trauma of past hurts and betrayals so that one isn’t always repeating past mistakes. • Why and how do the negative emotions of others affect you? • Why is my partner withdrawing and what can I do about it? • Why do we sometimes feel compelled to hurt the ones we love? • Fights & arguments - what's really behind them? • What underlies “corrosive criticism” or the need to invalidate self or others? • How one can stably change one’s outlook on life so they can affect positive change? • Where do compulsive destructive behaviors come from and what can be done about them? • How to form closer bonds & keep growing the relationships with the people you care about? • How to enhance one’s own ability to survive and create positive healthy relationships whether in love, family & friendships or in work, business or one’s career? Relationships can be hard and life itself IS challenging. Why not arm yourself with the knowledge and breakthroughs that have been made about the mind, mental reactions & interpersonal relationships, so that one has better awareness and control over themselves and life in general. Learn where painful experiences are “stored” and how they can unknowingly affect us. You will also find out how one can “erase” those past painful experiences so that one is free to move forward without being tripped up by the past. Learn too, about what can lead some people to become “toxic” personalities and how to identify those traits in others so you won’t be tripped up trusting the wrong person. Our free Meet-ups occur in a safe environment where one can learn, without fear of judgment or criticism, and without the recommendation of harmful mental techniques or therapies, just how YOU can get yourself onto a happier & more successful path: in love & in life. Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there. This class is held at the Dianetics and Scientology Life Improvement Center.

Join us for this free, in person meeting on the subject of betrayals, losses and how to get over them so you can build lasting relationships. Do you want more motivation and confidence to build lasting relationships? Are you burdened by a stressful relationship? Unhealthy relationships can trigger feelings of anger, despair or self-doubt. They can create dwindling spirals of fights and seeking to make-up, or trying to “pin the blame” on someone or something. If you don’t find the RIGHT reasons, or select the correct sources of the problem, the problem can just get worse and worse. Whether in love or personal ties, with friends or at work, our life really IS affected by the quality of our relationships. Good ones can promote pleasure and survival, while less optimum ones can lead to annoyance, anger, self-doubt, stress, or even affect our health and ability to survive well. Whether you are suffering from a divorce, or a painful break-up, don’t know who to trust (or who to CHOOSE) as a partner, friend, boss or employee - the anxiety of relationship troubles can really make a mess of things. Maybe you’ve suffered a betrayal, or are dealing with hostility or criticalness or invalidation. Dwindling relationships can involve destructive behavior, where we hurt those we love, or start succumbing to self-destructive thoughts, attitudes or behaviors that spiral out of control and affect much more than our immediate relationship. Past losses in love or life can affect how we act or react to new people and situations and hold us back from even starting to create new, possibly great relationships! How can one get back onto a saner course of action? Come to our Meetup, where we can introduce you to some of the knowledge, tools and techniques of the breakthroughs in the field of the mind that we can apply to this ever important area of life: human relationships! Break free from self imposed limitations Here we will discuss: • How to “erase” the trauma of past hurts and betrayals so that one isn’t always repeating past mistakes. • Why and how do the negative emotions of others affect you? • Why is my partner withdrawing and what can I do about it? • Why do we sometimes feel compelled to hurt the ones we love? • Fights & arguments - what's really behind them? • What underlies “corrosive criticism” or the need to invalidate self or others? • How one can stably change one’s outlook on life so they can affect positive change? • Where do compulsive destructive behaviors come from and what can be done about them? • How to form closer bonds & keep growing the relationships with the people you care about? • How to enhance one’s own ability to survive and create positive healthy relationships whether in love, family & friendships or in work, business or one’s career? Relationships can be hard and life itself IS challenging. Why not arm yourself with the knowledge and breakthroughs that have been made about the mind, mental reactions & interpersonal relationships, so that one has better awareness and control over themselves and life in general. Learn where painful experiences are “stored” and how they can unknowingly affect us. You will also find out how one can “erase” those past painful experiences so that one is free to move forward without being tripped up by the past. Learn too, about what can lead some people to become “toxic” personalities and how to identify those traits in others so you won’t be tripped up trusting the wrong person. Our free Meet-ups occur in a safe environment where one can learn, without fear of judgment or criticism, and without the recommendation of harmful mental techniques or therapies, just how YOU can get yourself onto a happier & more successful path: in love & in life. We look forward to having you join us! This class is held at the Dianetics and Scientology Life Improvement Center of Central Ohio.

# **Band: Firefly Trace, caller Kenny Greer** Beginner lesson at 7:30, regular dancing begins at 8:00 **Sponsor: All Soles Contra and Square Dancing, First Unitarian Universalist Church, 93 W. Weisheimer Rd., Columbus OH 43214** WHAT IS CONTRA DANCING? Picture the Grand Ball scenes like you’ve seen in period films such as “Pride and Prejudice”, where the dancers are lined up in long lines, across from each other. That’s English Country Dancing, the predecessor of contra dancing. Now, add moves like “swing your partner” and “do-si-do,” like you’ve seen in square dancing. Set it to fabulous, high energy, live music with fiddles, guitars, percussion and more, alá “Riverdance.” Finally, set the whole scene down in the middle of Woodstock, with a hip, groovy atmosphere, a bit of tie-dye, and hints of counter-culture attitude. THAT’s Contra Dancing! Wear cool and comfortable clothes (you will get warm) and clean shoes that won't mark up our nice wood floor. Be sure to come for the beginner's lesson from 7:30 - 8:00, followed by dancing 8:00 - 10:30. All dances are taught; we will help you learn! Beginners always welcome, no need to bring a partner. Cost is $10.00 adults, $5.00 ages 12-26. Under 12 free. Free parking in church lot. Please bring your own refillable water bottle.

This is an in-person meeting. Would you like to know the Real You, not just a shadow of yourself? Does your life energy feel somehow trapped within? Does your self-confidence get easily shaken? Do you get in the way of your own goals? We will discuss the real source of all this, what holds you back in life, and how to handle it so you can achieve more successful and happier living. Perhaps you get weighed down with negative emotions you can't seem to shrug off. Or find yourself doing strange and irrational things - not really being yourself. We will cover why that is and tools that work to help you unearth your self, your self-confidence and motivation. This meeting will help you learn about how to effectively overcome: -Out-of-control unwanted emotions -Low self-esteem -Anxiety -Negativity -Stress -Irrational fears -Traumatic or painfully emotional incidents -Breakups -Betrayals -Feeling like you're not really yourself -Self-doubt... We will discuss how to unleash the inner you and tap into your true potential. So come to this online meetup! This meeting is sponsored by the Hubbard Dianetics Foundation of Central Ohio

Early-bird coffee and conversation at [Jennings Java Artisan Coffee Roasters](https://www.jenningsjava.com/)!