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**Update: full for drums, guitar, piano, 1 of 3 spots taken for lead instruments (sax, trumpet, violin, flute), 1 of 2 spots taken for bass** **Please note 11am start for this session, rather than the usual 12pm.** *Please only sign up if your instrument (or vocals) is not indicated above as full for this session.* *\*\* The 9M Studios sessions are now 3 hours long. The group is encouraged to use the last hour to call additional songs that are not on the repertoire list - similar to an open jam, or to experiment with arrangements such as intros and endings for the original repertoire. \*\** full list of scheduled sessions: https://www.meetup.com/Practice-Jazz-Jam-Sessions/events/ **What is it** The novice rehearsal sessions provide an opportunity for people who are relatively new to jazz, to play in a friendly, low-pressure environment. With a short set list that attendees can prepare in advance, it becomes a little less daunting to play and get the most out of practising in a group. See below for this week's setlist. Please sign up before attending. already full for your instrument? Please check back on Wednesday mornings, when new sessions go live. If you keep not being able to get a spot, please message the organiser (Xie). Location: 9M Studios, SE17 1DX **Who's it for** anyone who has practised following the forms (chord progressions) of jazz tunes - maybe on their own at home - and would like to build up playing experience, expand repertoire and practice performing with other musicians. There are various introductions on how jazz jams work - see e.g. https://jazznightschool.org/pages/jam-session-basics You don't need to get all these details right for these novice practice sessions. The set list format should offer opportunities for those at different levels of developing their playing. While at the beginning one might struggle to follow/comp the chords or play through the melody, it gets easier over time and one can start to develop approaches to improvisation, harmonise lead lines, add intros/endings, work on communication between band members, and even listen to recordings together and pick up specific arrangements. Bass players are expected to be able to play a walking bass line on swing tunes, and simple bossa lines for bossa novas. Playing the melody, or "head" - the responbility is shared between horns players (e.g. sax, trumpet, violin), guitar and piano. Feel free to discuss among the group before each song - different parts of the head or the starting / ending heads can be played by different players. Some melodies will better suit several voices at the same time, whereas others are sensitive to variations in how they are played and may prefer a single instrument at a time. **What it's like** A relaxed and welcoming atmosphere - please put aside any worries of making mistakes if you’re thinking of joining us for the first time. To ensure the group is accessible for those at different levels, I ask that each novice session should work on only the below four songs of the set list, unless each and every attendee feels they prefer to move on. Each novice session is limited to up to: 1 drummer, 2 bass, 2 keys, 2 guitar, 3/4 lead instruments. Always use the top of the description to see if there is an available slot for your instrument - please do not try to work this out yourself by looking at the other attendees' instruments. **Tunes this week (Sun Mar 1)** * Blue bossa in Cm (warm up) (Art Farmer) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f4FcsB_WXmI * All blues in G (Miles Davis) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-488UORrfJ0 * St Thomas in C (Chad LB) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z4u9iDU5Cs0 * Let's cool one in Eb (Thelonious Monk) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M7F5jxJCeRY Everyone is encouraged to listen to a variety of recordings for each song, but please ensure you are familiar with the recording provided as a primary reference. **Tune preview - next novice session (Sat Mar 7)** * Blue Monk in Bb (warm up) (Chad LB) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UMMV08xo43U * Meditation in C (Dexter Gordon) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mz2nNNj7O8o * Someday my prince will come in Bb (Miles Davis) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fWN9UfUV9eE * Afternoon in Paris in C (Benny Golson) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BiaTpTNoPa0multi (attempt the harmonising lines) **Preparing for the session** The chordal form of each song follow the iReal Pro app as a common reference, or you can use sheet music from Real Books. Resource for sheet music: https://www.seventhstring.com/fbindex.html http://therealbook.info/ Try to immerse yourself in the songs by listening to recordings by different artists on youtube, spotify etc. Learn the head (main melody) of the song if you can. Don't hesitate to let the band know you can play it so you can start things off **Playing well together** The rehearsal groups are often quite large for a jazz ensemble setting. Please follow the below arrangements, which are designed to help the group be mindful of each other's volumes, and to build good habits for playing as a group * Every tune should be played at least twice. Swap the bass, piano and guitar players between the two renditions (if there are two attending) * Only one guitarist should comp - i.e. play chords - for each rendition (both guitarists can solo, and comp without amplification) * After each rendition of the warm up tune, the whole group should take a moment together and help each other to check on volumes, including: \*\* Can everyone hear themselves? \*\* Are the drums too loud? \*\* Can everyone hear the bass? \*\* Is the guitar comping too loud? \*\* Is the piano loud enough? (staff at the office can turn this up) \*\* Feel free to revisit volumes after subsequent songs * For any song, if at least two people in the group feel it would be better, the guitar and piano should share the choruses for comping (instead of comping together) - e.g. guitar comps the first time through the head, then piano, then guitar, etc. **Equipment** there is a piano, drum kit (no cymbals or high hat clutch), bass and guitar amps, and microphones. Limited number of music stands. Drummers: please bring cymbals (none available for rental) and hi hat clutch **Vocalists** singers very welcome though usually I suggest you come to the intermediate sessions where you can pick your own song and key (as chances are many of the above are not in the right key for your range) **Cancellation policy** Please try to make it to any session you sign up to, as the jams are organised around a particular mix of instruments. However, if things do come up and you can no longer make a session, please send a message to the organiser, Xie, as soon as possible. Places are non-refundable if your plans change, but if you provide over 1 week notice it may be possible to carry over the fee for a future session. \-\-\-\- any questions do get in touch!

**Update: full for all instruments (spot remains for vocals)** *Please only sign up if your instrument (or vocals) is not indicated above as full for this session.* full list of scheduled sessions: https://www.meetup.com/Practice-Jazz-Jam-Sessions/events/ **What is it** The novice rehearsal sessions provide an opportunity for people who are relatively new to jazz, to play in a friendly, low-pressure environment. With a short set list that attendees can prepare in advance, it becomes a little less daunting to play and get the most out of practising in a group. See below for this week's setlist. Please sign up before attending. Already full for your instrument? Please check back every other Wednesday, when new sessions go live. If you keep not being able to get a spot, please message the organiser (Xie). Location: Vortex upstairs **Who's it for** Anyone who has practised following the forms (chord progressions) of jazz tunes - maybe on their own at home - and would like to build up playing experience, expand repertoire and practice performing with other musicians. There are various introductions on how jazz jams work - see e.g. https://jazznightschool.org/pages/jam-session-basics You don't need to get all these details right for these novice practice sessions. The set list format should offer opportunities for those at different levels of developing their playing. While at the beginning one might struggle to follow/comp the chords or play through the melody, it gets easier over time and one can start to develop approaches to improvisation, harmonise lead lines, add intros/endings, work on communication between band members, and even listen to recordings together and pick up specific arrangements. Bass players are expected to be able to play a walking bass line on swing tunes, and simple bossa lines for bossa novas. Playing the melody, or "head" - the responsibility is shared between horns players (e.g. sax, trumpet, violin), guitar and piano. Feel free to discuss among the group before each song - different parts of the head or the starting / ending heads can be played by different players. Some melodies will better suit several voices at the same time, whereas others are sensitive to variations in how they are played and may prefer a single instrument at a time. **What it's like** A relaxed and welcoming atmosphere - please put aside any worries of making mistakes if you’re thinking of joining us for the first time. To ensure the group is accessible for those at different levels, I ask that each novice session should work on only the below four songs of the set list, unless each and every attendee feels they prefer to move on. Each novice session is limited to up to: 1 drummer, 2 bass, 2 keys, 2 guitar, 3/4 lead instruments. Always use the top of the description to see if there is an available slot for your instrument - please do not try to work this out yourself by looking at the other attendees' instruments. **Tunes this week (Sun Mar 1)** * Blue bossa in Cm (warm up) (Art Farmer) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f4FcsB_WXmI * All blues in G (Miles Davis) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-488UORrfJ0 * St Thomas in C (Chad LB) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z4u9iDU5Cs0 * Let's cool one in Eb (Thelonious Monk) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M7F5jxJCeRY Everyone is encouraged to listen to a variety of recordings for each song, but please ensure you are familiar with the recording provided as a primary reference. **Tune preview - next novice session (Sat Mar 7)** * Blue Monk in Bb (warm up) (Chad LB) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UMMV08xo43U * Meditation in C (Dexter Gordon) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mz2nNNj7O8o * Someday my prince will come in Bb (Miles Davis) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fWN9UfUV9eE * Afternoon in Paris in C (Benny Golson) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BiaTpTNoPa0multi (attempt the harmonising lines) **Preparing for the session** The chordal form of each song follow the iReal Pro app as a common reference, or you can use sheet music from Real Books. Resource for sheet music: https://www.seventhstring.com/fbindex.html http://therealbook.info/ Try to immerse yourself in the songs by listening to recordings by different artists on youtube, spotify etc. Learn the head (main melody) of the song if you can. Don't hesitate to let the band know you can play it so you can start things off **Playing well together** The rehearsal groups are often quite large for a jazz ensemble setting. Please follow the below arrangements, which are designed to help the group be mindful of each other's volumes, and to build good habits for playing as a group * Every tune should be played at least twice. Swap the bass, piano and guitar players between the two renditions (if there are two attending) * Only one guitarist should comp - i.e. play chords - for each rendition (both guitarists can solo, and comp without amplification) * After each rendition of the warm up tune, the whole group should take a moment together and help each other to check on volumes, including: \*\* Can everyone hear themselves? \*\* Are the drums too loud? \*\* Can everyone hear the bass? \*\* Is the guitar comping too loud? \*\* Is the piano loud enough? (staff at the office can turn this up) \*\* Feel free to revisit volumes after subsequent songs * For any song, if at least two people in the group feel it would be better, the guitar and piano should share the choruses for comping (instead of comping together) - e.g. guitar comps the first time through the head, then piano, then guitar, etc. **Equipment** there is a piano, drum kit (no cymbals or high hat clutch), bass and guitar amps, stands, and microphones. Drummers: please bring cymbals (none available for rental) and hi hat clutch **Vocalists** Singers are welcome, however please note that the songs have fixed keys, and some of the repertoire are likely not in the right key for your range. If you are an experienced singer, it may be possible to arrange sessions with repertoire catered to you - to explore this, please first come to the "Afternoon Open Jams" so I can get a sense of your singing. **Observing** Would you like to attend a session without playing/singing, to get an idea of the format or to get a sense of what to practise first at home? You can sign up as usual to any novice session, and send me a message that you'd like only to watch the session. When you feel ready, the fee paid can be carried over toward any future session where you join to play or sing at the rehearsal. **Cancellation policy** Please try to make it to any session you sign up to, as the jams are organised around a particular mix of instruments. However, if things do come up and you can no longer make a session, please send a message to the organiser, Xie, as soon as possible. Places are non-refundable if your plans change, but if you provide over 1 week notice it may be possible to carry over the fee for a future session. \-\-\-\-\- any questions do get in touch!

Have you always wanted to visit Georgia? If yes, join us at Aba-Ra! on Brick Lane for an evening of authentic Georgian cuisine in a cozy, family-run setting. Enjoy delicious dishes like khachapuri (cheese-filled bread), khinkali dumplings, hearty stews, and traditional Georgian wine — all in a warm, relaxed atmosphere. Please note: this is cuisine from the country of Georgia (Europe), not the U.S. state. Come solo or with a friend, great food and great company always guaranteed. **Aba-Ra is know for** · Traditional Georgian food like *khachapuri* (cheesy bread) and *khinkali* (dumplings) — signature dishes that get raves for flavour and authenticity. · A warm, friendly vibe — staff often explain how to enjoy certain dishes and the place feels homey rather than touristy. · Good wine and drink options that pair well with the meals. · Loved by locals and visitors as a Brick Lane hidden gem worth stopping by. **Atmosphere & Experience:** It’s not just a casual lunch spot, many people recommend going with friends to share dishes and soak up the Georgian hospitality. Most reviews mention warm service and a very inviting interior. It’s a great choice if you’re exploring Brick Lane and want *something different from the usual curry-house scene*, with strong local / visitor appeal and excellent food. Please see attached website with their delicious menu, several of their meals are free from gluten, egg, wheat, sugar, dairy and tree nuts with several vegetarian options https://www.abara.co.uk/menus **Price £30 non refunded unless cancelled minus PayPal fees** **PLEASE RSVP ONLY ONCE YOU HAVE MADE PAYMENT, IF YOU RSVP WITHOUT MAKING PAYMENT YOUR RSVP WILL CHANGE TO NOT GOING.** **PLEASE PAY VIA LINK TO GET A SOCIAL LIFE MEETUP HERE** [Georgian Meal @ Aba-Ra In Brick Lane, With Several Vegetarian Options , Sat, Feb 28, 2026, 2:00 PM | Meetup](https://www.meetup.com/passionate-about-travelling-food-and-events/events/313353139/?slug=passionate-about-travelling-food-and-events&eventId=313353139) **Please note: £10 will be deducted** toward PayPal fees, hosting time, admin, organisation, and transportation. Hosting is a service, just like paying for a gym class or event organiser and covers the time and effort that goes into creating a great experience for everyone, **What’s Included** Eating good food with fresh ingredients £20 will go towards Food and drinks to be paid separately at the restaurant. Meeting new people Making new friends Connecting Socializing Friendly host Coming out of your comfort Zone Admin fees, host fees **Not Included** Possible service charge Please let them know if you have any allergies or other dietary requirements, once you have made payment Full address 108 Brick Ln, London E1 6RL My number just in case 07957320516 Looking forward to seeing you soon x

Kick off your week with music, movement, and great vibes. Come solo or with friends—no partner needed! **Schedule (This Sunday):** • 6:30 PM – Free Bachata Taster • 7:00 PM – Bachata Classes (3 Levels) • 8:00 PM – Salsa Classes (3 Levels) • 9:00 PM–12:30 AM – FREE Social Dancing (Salsa, Bachata, a touch of Kiz) **What to expect:** • Friendly teachers, clear level splits, and lots of practice time • Great music and a welcoming crowd for all levels—absolute beginners to improvers • Central location, easy transport, and good vibes all night **Why social dancing is good for you:** Social dancing is a fun workout that boosts your cardio, coordination, and posture—without feeling like “exercise.” It reduces stress, fires up your brain with musical timing and footwork patterns, and improves confidence through gentle challenges and quick wins. Dancing with different partners builds connection, empathy, and communication skills (you literally learn to “listen” with your body). It’s also an incredible way to make friends and feel part of a community—one song at a time. Good to know: • No partner or experience required • Wear comfy shoes, bring water, and arrive a bit early for level check-in • Classes start right on time—don’t miss your warm-up! Price: £10 one class £12 two classes 6:30 PM class is FREE intro to bachata RSVP now so we can plan levels and floor space. See you on the dance floor! 💃🕺

## Tower Bridge → Brick Lane Social Walk Ever wanted to see London from the best angles and make new friends along the way? 99% attend our events solo, however please feel free to invite friends too. Join us for a relaxed social walk from Tower Bridge all the way to the creative heart of Brick Lane. Whether you’re a London local or just visiting, this is the perfect way to explore, snap photos, and meet awesome people along the way! This is a standalone walking event, you’re welcome to head home after or continue exploring. Attend this feel-good social walk through one of London’s most iconic routes. Those who would like to stay can join us afterwards for lunch at Aba-Ra!, but dining is completely optional. If you wish to join us for lunch please RSVP via Link to secure your space [Georgian Meal @ Aba-Ra In Brick Lane, With Several Vegetarian Options , Sun, Mar 1, 2026, 2:00 PM | Meetup](https://www.meetup.com/passionate-about-travelling-food-and-events/events/313353139/?eventOrigin=notifications&notificationId=%3Cinbox%3E%2112493109-1771054967402) **Price £15 non refunded unless cancelled** **PLEASE RSVP ONLY ONCE YOU HAVE MADE PAYMENT, IF YOU RSVP WITHOUT MAKING PAYMENT YOUR RSVP WILL CHANGE TO NOT GOING.** **PLEASE PAY VIA LINK TO GET A SOCIAL LIFE MEETUP BELOW** [Tower Bridge, Catherine Docks → Brick Lane Social Walk, Sun, Mar 1, 2026, 11:00 AM | Meetup](https://www.meetup.com/passionate-about-travelling-food-and-events/events/313353706/?eventOrigin=notifications&notificationId=%3Cinbox%3E%2112493109-1771070312737) **What's Included** Exercise Fresh air Coming out of you comfort zone Lovely scenic stroll with photo breaks No rushing Meeting new people Socialising Host fees for service and time, admin, pay pal fees etc Friendly host Everyone from all walks of life are welcome **What's Not Included** Netflix sorry Does not included meal at Georgian Restaurant Aba Ra Bad vibes and energy **Meeting Point @11am** Spot the group easily, look for smiles and good vibes, on the South side **(NOT THE NORTH SIDE)** of the bridge at the very beginning on the left hand side just before we cross over the bridge going towards Tower Bridge and Brick Lane **Itinerary** **11am** Quick intros, maybe a group photo on the bridge for Instagram **11.10am Prompt Riverside Walk Begins** Please note once i am on the move I will not be able to answer the phone or read messages as i will be busy walking and interacting with the group. **Walk Across Tower Bridge Together** * Visit St Katharine Docks * Past Tower of London * Walk through Aldgate, then onto Brick Lane * Iconic London views * Perfect for selfies & candid shots * Social chat and laughter encouraged * Urban vibes meet historic sights **On Arrival at Brick Lane** * Explore street art, markets, and creative corners * Optional: Grab a famous bagel at **Beigel Bake** * Optional: Join others for Georgian lunch at \*\*Aba-Ra! see (\*\*link above to make payment in advance only limited spaces available) **PHOTOS** Please let me know if you do not want to be in the photos, as photos will be posted on Social media and meetup for promoting and marketing our group. Hope you can make it My number just in case is 07957320516

Afternoon sessions, free and open to a public audience. Anyone can join in to play (or sing) - please put your name and instrument (or vocals) down on the sign up sheet, which will usually be on the downstairs bar. **New format: the open jam will start shortly after 3pm, open from the start to those who are dropping by to join us.** The house band will also play a couple of songs throughout the afternoon, including from the [future standards](https://www.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/future-standards-3-2024-04-14-2024-05-12-2024-06-09-2024-08-03/2024-09-22/) repertoire - which everyone is also encouraged to call. Contact me for sheet music. There will also be a possible break for a 30 minute novice+, improver or intermediate set. Many people also come to the open jam, who are looking to join a novice+ or intermediate rehearsal for the first time, so I can get a sense of your playing first. We'll likely go somewhere for food afterwards. See you then Xie

**Bookable via our website ➡️** https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/kumiko-coasters-53/ **⋆⋆⋆** Kumiko Coasters Woodwork knowledge is endless. Here is an opportunity to experience the delicate side of Japanese woodwork in this one-day workshop. Kumiko is a delicate and sophisticated technique of assembling wooden pieces without the use of nails. Thinly slit wooden pieces are grooved, punched, and mortised, and then fitted individually using a plane, saw, chisel, and other tools to make fine adjustments. The technique was developed in Japan in the Asuka Era (600-700 AD), and has since been refined and passed down through generations of craftsmen who are passionate about the tradition of Kumiko. Traditionally, the technique has been used for room dividers and sliding doors but now designers are using the patterns to explore decoration in lights, lampshades, and other furniture. During the day you will have a chance to make two exquisite Kumiko tiles using lime wood or walnut. For extra rigidity, we have glued the tiles as they were made. It’s your choice! This workshop will be guided by Auram Desforges who teaches our longer Kumiko Lamp course. All materials and use of tools included. Suitable for absolute beginners.

**1st Sunday of every month,** join us for a fun and social way to explore Chinese and Western culture while supercharging your Mandarin skills. This isn't just practice; it’s **accelerated progress** through content you love — transforming learning into a **fun cultural discovery**! **How it works** * **We provide the inspiration:** Each month, we hand-pick authentic "cultural gems" to share (like a song, a short clip, or book). * **No 'prep work', just chat!** Feel free to bring your own material, but there's absolutely no pressure to! * **We provide the treats:** we stock up on free coffee, tea, and biscuits in our beautiful office. 🍪☕️ * **You show up and enjoy**! **March's Theme - Music! 🎸** Love Chinese music but find yourself lost without subtitles? From classics to viral hits, we'll have fun unpacking the meaning & stories behind the tunes in a cosy, social setting. * **All levels welcome**: our expert host provides active support so you can participate with confidence, regardless of your level. * **Price:** £10 (includes all materials + refreshments 🍵✨) * **Secure your spot** - [Tap here to Pay](https://monzo.com/pay/r/china-unbound_qsboSdlMTJ8Q1R) This is the ultimate fun way to boost your Mandarin skills for real-world communication. We can't wait to welcome you! \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Take your Mandarin beyond the event.** If you’re looking for a bit more structure to accelerate your learning, let’s chat! We're offering **FREE 1-on-1 course advice sessions** to help you find the perfect class. **No commitment** required. [Book your Free Session](https://eu.bigin.online/org20070515371/bookings/course-advice) **[China Unbound](https://china-unbound.co.uk/personal/)** is the best place to learn practical Chinese for adults. While most schools prioritise grammar and writing, we empower you to confidently communicate in Chinese in real-world situations. Join us and discover a fun, fast, and personalised way to master Chinese! \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- 准备好在轻松有趣的双语环境中提升你的英语水平了吗？每月的第一个星期日，加入我们的双语文化俱乐部，体验独一无二的文化之旅！ 在这里，语言学习与兴趣完美结合。我们围绕**音乐、书籍、电影、美食和艺术**等共同话题，在轻松友好的氛围中交流，让你的学习之路变得更加生动有趣！ **三月的主题 - 听懂英文歌的魅力 ！🎸** 热爱音乐吗？想摆脱字幕，直接听懂心仪歌词里的深意吗？这场工作坊就是为你准备的！ 从经典金曲到当下热单，我们带你拆解歌词细节，聊聊那些藏在旋律里的文化故事。 * **无需“准备”，直接聊天** \- 你可以使用我们精选的材料，也欢迎带上你的私人歌单！ * **费用**：£10 （含材料和免费的咖啡、茶和饼干 🍵✨） * **抢位：**[点击预约并支付](https://monzo.com/pay/r/china-unbound_qsboSdlMTJ8Q1R) \- 名额有限，先到先得！ 学得更聪明，遇见更棒的人！我们在这里等你，一起开启全新的语言和文化之旅！

**Autumn Term 2025** Spring Term Sunday, March 1st 10.00am- 4.00pm **Tutor: Daisy Perkins** **Dancer and model: Flora Baltz** *Cost £95* Drawing and image making often works best when the whole of our mind-body is engaged. * Discover new ways of drawing * Respond to live movement with line, rhythm, gesture, and mass. * Experiment with materials and scale, from fluid ink washes to large collaborative drawings, blending abstraction with the figure. * Develop a resolved final work and leave with a fresh, embodied approach to mark-making that you can carry into your own practice. During this workshop we will become interested in how we can connect with movement, and how we can use this to make more powerful uncontrived visual statements. * **Notice how your own body feels and responds** * **Let physical sensation, rhythm, and inner state guide mark-making** * **Feel movement in the body before translating it into drawing** This workshop brings together the disciplines of drawing and dance to explore new ways of seeing, sensing, and making. Guided by Daisy and working with a dancer, participants will step beyond conventional figure drawing into a more embodied, responsive practice. You’ll begin by treating the hand as a seismograph—a recorder of rhythm and presence rather than mere outline—using movement awareness, gestural drawing, and collective mark-making to open up expressive possibilities. You’ll develop from free-flowing experiments into a resolved final work that blends abstraction, gesture, and form. Along the way, you’ll try out a variety of dry and wet media and experiment with mass, line, erasure, expression, disruption and layering, as you learn to capture both motion and stillness. With space for reflection and discussion built in, the workshop offers not only technical exploration but also a deepening sense of the creative process. Attendees will leave with fresh approaches to drawing the figure, a body of experimental works, and the beginnings of a personal language informed by movement, rhythm, and embodied experience. * We will be working with a nude dancer * Materials provided * We plan to share a vegetarian lunch £12, optional. [To learn more and sign up, visit our website](https://www.dulwichartgroup.co.uk/product/1st-march-embodying-movement-drawing-sensation-with-daisy-perkins/)

**Bookable via our website ➡️** https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/make-a-french-mattress-cushion-15/ **⋆⋆⋆** **How to make a French ‘Mattress’ cushion** Have you admired the latest hand-sewn cushions that are featured in a lot of Interior decor magazines? In this 1 day weekend course, you will create a 50cm x 55cm x 12cm sample French cushion using materials from sustainable resources. You will be introduced to the necessary materials and techniques needed to make this type of cushion, including choosing the right fabric, measuring and cutting, sewing techniques, and stuffing methods. The workshop will teach you step-by-step how to create your own, including how to identify the different types of materials that can be used to make one. You will learn how to select the right fabric, including considerations such as texture, weight, and durability. Next, you will be introduced to the techniques involved in measuring and cutting the fabric, including how to create a pattern, and how to ensure that the cushion will be the right size and shape. You will also learn how to sew the pieces together, using traditional upholstery techniques. This project crosses the techniques of home furnishings and upholstery By the end of the weekend, you will have gained an understanding of the materials and techniques involved in making a beautiful and comfortable French cushion. You will have the skills and knowledge needed to create a unique and personalized cushion that will add elegance and charm to any room

**What defines real power?** 💫True power is born from vulnerability — from the honesty we have with ourselves, each other, and the world. It takes courage to show up wholeheartedly, beyond our agendas and attempts to control outcomes. 💫In this workshop, we’ll explore what it means to stand tall in our vulnerabilities — to reclaim the parts of ourselves that hold us back from being fully present with life. 💫This is an invitation to come home to your body — to rediscover self-love and ease within it. From this grounded place, the natural flow of life awakens. 💫Together, we’ll dance through the map of the 5Rhythms®, finding connection, release, and strength in motion. Through movement, we’ll anchor ourselves in the body, connect to our creative center, and open to a renewed sense of power and possibility. ✨I passionately believe in the healing power of women coming together with collaboration rather than competition in mind. My intention is to bring women together to step into their power so we can heal ourselves and the world together, with grace, forgiveness, compassion and with fierce feminine power at these uncertain times we are living at.✨ \*All workshops hours count towards the training path prerequisites for 5Rhythms certification. For more information contact Kat\* ✨One day Empowerment & Reclamation - Wisdoom Of The Womb - 5Rhythms for women LGBTQ welcome ✨ 🗓️ Sunday 1st March' 26 at 12.45am - 6.45pm 🏤 Haverstock School, 🌍 24 Haverstock Hill, Chalk Farm, London, NW3 2BQ 💫 Pre booking necessarily. NUMBER OF PLACES LIMITED 💫 Contact Kat on: 📧 info@5rhythmswithkat.com 📲 whatsApp 07886935716 📝WHAT OTHER WOMEN SAY [http://www.5rhythmswithkat.com/#!testimonials/c1n9](http://www.5rhythmswithkat.com/#!testimonials/c1n9) [www.5Rhythmswithkat.com](http://www.5Rhythmswithkat.com/?fbclid=IwAR0vWsD12LwlWoPHX9DNm0Te_GL2jK52XU26pYdtfLPdROnbFM0YJvPdphE)

**Muse x Club Room: The Chronology of Water** **DATE:** Sunday 1st March - Doors open at 4.45pm for nibbles and sips * **Join us for pre-drinks at 4.45pmThe screening will start at 5.30pm** **TICKETS:** £8.85/ £5+ members [TICKETS HERE](https://www.picturehouses.com/movie-details/000/HO00017593/club-room-x-muse-the-chronology-of-water/0000000171?filter=) “Your life doesn’t happen in any kind of order. Events don’t have cause and effect relationships the way you wish they did. It’s all a series of fragments and repetitions and pattern formations. Language and water have this in common.” \~ Lidia Yuknavitch Directed by Kristen Stewart and based on Lidia Yuknavitch’s acclaimed memoir, this film is where cinema and memoir collide, and where water isn’t just the element, but a metaphor: for pain, for pleasure and for the lasting echo of a queer life lived fully. *The Chronology of Water* traces the fragmented life of writer Lidia Yuknavitch, moving fluidly through childhood trauma, competitive swimming, sex, addiction, and artistic awakening. Told in impressionistic bursts rather than a linear narrative, the film treats memory like water—unstable, embodied, and impossible to contain. It’s less about redemption than survival: how a queer, unruly self is shaped through pain, desire, and the radical act of telling one’s own story. **About Muse: The Cinephiles** This is a cinephiles group for lesbians, queer and trans women predominantly, but is also open to the wider LGBTQIA+ community and their guests. We are committed to celebrating our queer community within a co-created ethos of mutual respect and kindness. We affirm and celebrate trans and non-binary people as member of our community. We stand against transphobia in all its forms. Our aim is to provide a queer cinephiles group that stimulates a mix of thoughtful discussion, playfulness, and curiosity. Our screenings will focus predominantly on celebrating lesbian, queer and trans women – showcasing both celebrated and hidden queer cinema gems, we aim to foster a playful curiosity and build a vibrant, supportive community. **Please note:** PHOTOS & VIDEOS will be taken at our events. Some of these will be posted on our social media. Please come and chat to a host if you would prefer not to appear online.

Currently on the app ' Arte' is this fabulous crime thriller from esteemed director Chabrol. Charles has an affair with Laura, his best friend's wife and they indulge in S & M games. He accidentally strangles her in one of their escapades and noone has witnessed this untimely demise..... Made in 1971 and lasts 100 mins. In French with English subtitles.

We will show a variety of methods for building agents that run in Microsoft Foundry. This covers the different types of agents: Prompt, Multi, and Hosted, as well as the development lifecycle using evals and traces.

We'll start with social time over drinks from 8:00-9:00pm. Then we'll get funky with a great live MJ/Bruno Mars/Prince style cover band, the [Fabulous Johnson Brothers](http://www.thefabulousjohnsonbrothers.com/) (they even have a horn section)! ***No cover***. Attire: dressy casual. **FOOD AND DRINK**\*: Drinks. No food service. Bring your own or order in.\* As usual, I'll have a basket of SNACKS on hand. Parking in lots surrounding the big red barn (property community center off Hayden Run). [[https://livethebarn.com](https://livethebarn.com/)]

Come out to Improving for our monthly iOS and Mac meetings. This Month's Presentation: Nothing yet. (You should volunteer). What is Cocoaheads (http://cocoaheads.org/)? CocoaHeads is a group devoted to discussion of Apple Computer's Cocoa Framework for programming on MacOS X and iOS (including the iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch). During monthly meetings, members present on their projects and offer tutorials on various programming topics. What is BuckeyeCocoa (http://buckeyecocoa.org/)? BuckeyeCocoa is a group of Objective-C/Swift developers/enthusiasts. We host monthly Cocoaheads and near-weekly NSCoder meetings in Columbus, Ohio. The meetings are free to attend. Presentations! Presenters welcome! We are always in need of people willing to present material. Any Swift and/or Objective-C related topic is welcome. Times can be 5 minutes (i.e. lightning talks) to a maximum of 2 hours. Interested? Contact info is on the BuckeyeCocoa website. To volunteer for a presentation contact us at @BuckeyeCocoa on Twitter. Follow us on Twitter! @BuckeyeCocoa (https://twitter.com/#!/Buckeyecocoa/) For more information: http://buckeyecocoa.org/

Columbus Code & Coffee is an inclusive, informal co-working session. People of all skill levels attend, and we love it that way. Many people (optionally) bring projects to work on, and many other people (optionally) socialize the entire time. It's entirely up to you! **What to Expect at the Intro Circle** \~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~ Near the beginning of the event (1:30 pm), we do a standup: * Organizer announcements, updates, and logistics Round 1 - (7 secs max): * Your name * What you're working on * What you can help others with Round 2: * Community events you wanna plug. If none, that's cool too. Round 3: * Job opportunities you're hiring for OR announce that you are looking for one. If none, that's cool. After the introduction circle, everything is self-organized! Feel free to work alone, pair up, attend one of our workshops/presentations, or mingle!

We'll start with social time over dinner/appetizers/drinks from 7:30-8:45pm. Then we'll get down with a great live hip-hop/R&B band, Lt. Dans New Legs ([LDNL](http://ldnl.net)). Attire: Dressy casual **Cover Charge**: $15.00 cash only (atm on site) **Parking**: public parking lot in front of club. *First time here?* [Lazy Chameleon](http://www.lazychameleon.com/) is in a shopping center off Sawmill Pkwy. They offer really good seafood dishes and typical bar food, too.

Join other experienced and aspiring agile coaches and professionals to: * develop and practice your coaching skills in a peer-to-peer environment * share current successes and challenges in your work environment and get support from each other * learn from each other, build better relationships and experiment with new ideas