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We are a warm, welcoming community of meditators that offer meditation instruction and opportunities to practice meditation twice every week, every Sunday morning and Wednesday evening. No need to register, just show up! FREE MEDITATION INSTRUCTION Perhaps you’ve heard about Mindfulness, or read about current research showing the many benefits that it brings. Maybe you've decided you want to learn to meditate, or you’ve tried it on your own but have difficulties or questions. We offer free meditation instruction in an environment with other new people. Our trained meditation guides will provide you with all the information and structure you need to begin your meditation practice. Wear comfortable clothing. Meditation cushions or chairs are provided. No experience necessary, no need to register ahead of time. GROUP MEDITATION SITTING - open to the public Every Sunday at 10:00am - 11:00am we have silent shamatha/vipassana (mindful/awareness) group meditation + an informal teacher-led discussion about meditation related topics Every Wednesday at 7:00pm - 8:00pm we have silent shamtha/vipassana (mindful/awareness) group meditation. DONATIONS (of any amount) are gratefully accepted. We are a non-profit, all-volunteer organization that relies on your donations to support all that we offer. SUNDAY TALKS - every week after Sunday meditation After meditation we offer tea and a 45 min. informal group discussion lead by an experienced teacher. Topics are wide-ranging, but in each one we have the opportunity to learn how Mindful/Awareness meditation skills can bring more resources, resilience and calm to our everyday experiences. For more information about our meditation community and the Courses and Retreats we offer, please visit https://mississauga.shambhala.org/programs/

Cost: $16 per person (includes feather birdies). Plastic birdies are available upon request. Payment: Cash is preferred and should be made before playing. E-Transfer (EMT) or debit card payments are accepted (plus applicable taxes). Time: Sundays, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Location: 1370 Birchmount Rd, Unit #6 (Closest intersection: Birchmount Rd & Lawrence Ave) Requirements: Racquets: Bring your own racquet. Rentals are available at the club if needed. Shoes: Please bring indoor gym shoes and change into them at the club before entering the courts. Winter Reminder: Ensure you change into court shoes before stepping onto the courts during the winter months. Rules and Guidelines: No outside food is allowed. This meetup is open to players of all skill levels (beginner to advanced). The primary purpose is to play friendly doubles games. This event is not intended for singles matches or formal training sessions. Attendance is capped based on court availability. Waitlisted participants may be moved to the confirmed list as space allows, with priority given to regular attendees and those with reliable RSVP history. No Drop-ins: Only individuals on the confirmed “Going” list are allowed to attend. Unregistered participants will be asked to leave. Cancellation Policy: Please cancel at least 48 hours in advance if you cannot attend. Failure to do so will result in being marked as a no-show. Repeated no-shows may lead to removal from future “Going” lists.

Come to our church on Sunday! We’re a welcoming bunch. Our website is nlife.ca

【College Park food court is closed again, so we change the location to the food court in Aura Concourse（384 Yonge St., Toronto, ON）, near the College Station.】 I am helping organize a mandarin-english language exchange downtown. If you want to improve your Mandarin/English, feel free to come by downtown and meet others to practise your language. There will be native Mandarin and English speakers to help you! Or you can share your language skills with others! Every Sunday 3:00pm-5:00pm Aura Concourse（384 Yonge St., Toronto, ON) [ Please find a table with "meetup" label (like the Featured photo).] —————————————— 大家好： 【College Park的food court又给封了，所以我们把活动地点换到了 Aura Concourse的food court（384 Yonge St., Toronto, ON），靠近College Station。】 我正在组织一场中英文交流活动。如果你想提高你的普通话或者英语，那就快来参加吧！你可以在这里认识很多母语为普通话或者英语的新朋友！他们都非常乐于帮你提高你的中英文表达能力！也欢迎你同我们一起分享你的语言技巧! 谢谢! 每周日 3:00pm-5:00pm Aura Concourse food court（384 Yonge St., Toronto, ON） 【请找到一张桌子，桌上有张纸，写着“Meetup”。】 ———————————————— 大家好： 【College Park的food court又給封了，所以我們把活動地點換到了Aura Concourse的food court（384 Yonge St., Toronto, ON），靠近College 】 我正在組織一場中英文交流活動。如果你想提高你的國語或者英語，那就快來參加吧！你可以在這裡認識很多母語為國語或者英語的新朋友！他們都非常樂於幫你提高你的中英文表達能力！也歡迎你同我們一起分享你的語言技巧！ 謝謝! 每週日 3:00pm-5:00pm Aura Concourse food court（384 Yonge St., Toronto, ON） 【請找到一張桌子，桌上有張紙，寫著“Meetup”】

Hello everyone, **\*\*Kindly Read Carefully\*\*** Please join me and my other groups for a fun Holiday Season Sunday social leisure nature walk that will include trails, parks and beautifully decorated neighbourhoods along our walk. The evening will continue as we hit a great location for dinner, beverages and conversation. **Time and Location: Where to meet us?** We will meet at out front of **Smoke Show** **744 Mt. Pleasant Rd)** \*Arrive early if you like (however we will meet out front at **2:30 p.m. (we will wait for everyone to arrive until roughly 3:00 p.m.)** This will give us an opportunity to introduce ourselves as everyone arrives; then make our way on our small adventure through quieter and more natural parts of the city we don't usually get to see. More details below: Sincerely, Steve Flemming (Organizer/Host) **Event Details:** **Holiday Season Nature and Christmas Lights Neighbourhood Walk! (with Dinner Party After)** -A great event planned as we explore Parks, Trails, Cafes and beautiful Neighbourhoods with Christmas Lights and Decorations (Restaurant Reserved with Dinner, Cocktails and Conversations after) -During the walk we will stop and rest at different spots, bathroom breaks, take some lovely scenic photos, group photos and share some laughs together -Play a couple ice breaker games near the beginning of the walk as well to help us get to know one another \*This event is a great way to naturally make connections, get some fresh air and (re) connect with some wonderful people **Bonus after our Leisure Nature Walk: (Optional)** \*Stick around after the walk for a fun Sunday Night gathering at an iconic venue with Reserved Seating, Great Menu, Beverages and Mingling **Event Fee:** 10 dollars (cash only) when you arrive (HST is included) or e transfer in advance to Steveflemming11@gmail.com \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Time and Location: Where to meet us?** **Date:** Sunday December 21st We will meet at out front of **Smoke Show** **744 Mt. Pleasant Rd)** \*Arrive early if you like (however we will meet out front at **2:30 p.m. (we will wait for everyone to arrive until roughly 3:00 p.m.)** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ***Thanks for reading everyone, remember to RSVP and see you real soon!*** :) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-

🎄 **The Christmas Flower Show at Allan Gardens Conservatory** 🎄 ✨ *A Magical Holiday Tradition Returns!* ✨ Step into a world of festive wonder as the **Allan Gardens Conservatory Christmas Flower Show** bursts into bloom! 🌺🌟 The city’s most enchanting winter escape is back — and the **historic Palm House is open once again!** Built in 1910, this stunning glass-domed landmark glows like a snow globe filled with Christmas magic. Inside, thousands of radiant blooms and **over 30 varieties of poinsettias** fill the air with colour and joy. 🌹🎅 Wander among **holiday-inspired topiary masterpieces**, twinkling lights, and exotic plants from around the world. It’s a breathtaking celebration of nature, nostalgia, and the season’s spirit — *a Toronto holiday tradition you don’t want to miss!* \*\*\* 🌿 **Meetup Details** 📍 **Meeting Spot:** I wll be outside of Allan Garden's Conservatory which is the BIG white building in front of main doors. I will be wearing my Moose Hat. 👒 Mathew will be easy to spot in his *famous Moose Hat!* 🕚 **Meetup Time:** 11:00 AM sharp (Mathew will wait 5 minutes) 🕰️ **Visit Duration:** 30–45 minutes at the Conservatory 🍳 **After the Visit:** We’ll stroll over to **Fran’s Restaurant**, one of Toronto’s most beloved historic diners, for a cozy brunch together. (There might be a short wait for seating.) \*\*\* 💲 **Meetup Fee:** 💵 $5 cash in person **or** 📲 E-transfer to \*\*[mathewmaclean@hotmail.com**](http://mathewmaclean@hotmail.com%2A%2A/) This small fee helps support our group — thank you! \*\*\* 🎁 **What to Bring:** * Camera or phone for all the gorgeous photo ops 📸 * Warm layers (it’s toasty inside, brisk outside!) 🧣 * A sprinkle of holiday cheer 🎅 \*\*\* 💬 **Stay Connected:** 👉 **Don’t forget to join our WhatsApp group** – [CLICK HERE!](https://chat.whatsapp.com/H59mSCbsAi018gYANrKAnc?mode=ac_t) ⏰ **Leaving Time:** Any time you like — take in the magic at your own pace. ⚠️ **Note:** Occasionally, events may need to be rescheduled — please check for updates before you come! \*\*\* 👤 **Organizer:** Mathew Questions? Post on the event wall or email \*\*[torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com**](http://torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com%2A%2A/)

We're cleaning the entire Toronto shoreline, from Mississauga to Pickering. Weather permitting, we'll continue from where we left off the previous week. We'll meet at Etobicoke Lookout Point in Humber Bay Park West (see map pin). If you're running late, start walking along the shore and look for the trash grabbers! I will have three trash grabbers available, along with bags and gloves. Picking up trash is optional. All Toronto parks and nature appreciators are welcome to join us for the walk! [See the “Safety Tips” section of this City of Toronto website.](https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/festivals-events/clean-toronto-together/)

Thanks to everyone’s amazing support, our group continues to grow, and we can’t wait to bring even more opportunities to play, connect, and have fun together. Kick off your Sunday mornings with some fun on the court! Whether you’re an experienced player or just picking up a racket for the first time, this meetup is all about staying active, meeting new people, and enjoying a friendly, relaxed environment where everyone is welcome. Event Details: -$10 per person (please bring exact change in cash) -Plastic shuttles provided \*Please be courteous to other players — if you can’t make it, kindly cancel at least 24 hours in advance so others have the chance to join. Come start your Sunday with energy, laughter, and great games!

The Humanist Association of Toronto \(HAT\) warmly invites you to our annual Winter Solstice/Festivus Social\. Please RSVP using the link below rather than on Meetup\. \| **When**: Sunday, December 21, 2025, 1 - 5 PM **Where**: Eglinton and Allen Rd (near Cedarvale Subway Station - formerly named Eglinton West Subway Station) For the exact location, please register by emailing [HatProgram@gmail.com](mailto:HatProgram@gmail.com?subject=Fesitvus%20registration&body=). Please note that for those who didn't register by email or haven't received the address, you can contact Catherine at 416 254-9984 (text preferred, just make sure you say it's about the party) and will provide the address and details. **What’s Included**: Lunch (pot luck, pizza and cake), tasty snacks, and a lively afternoon of Festivus fun **What to Expect**: **Our World-Famous Festivus Pole** — a unique centerpiece where you can add your own note or message to help us celebrate humanist values and community spirit **Good Food & Great Company** — connect with like-minded folks, share stories, and enjoy a relaxed, festive atmosphere **Gift Exchange** – Secret "Frank Constanza" gift exchange – feel free to bring a wrapped gift of something around the home (books, game/puzzles, knick knacks or whatever you would like to get rid of) for a fun secret gift exchange **Talent Show** – Do you have a special talent (music, juggling, stand-up comedy etc.) that you would like to share with a welcoming crowd? It's a great opportunity to reconnect\, meet new friends\, and share the joy of being part of a vibrant and inclusive community\. \| We would greatly appreciate volunteers to attend early for set-up and/or after 5 p.m. for clean up. Pizza and cake will be supplied but please feel free to bring a potluck item for sharing. Note, for liability reasons and since this is a daytime event, this will be an alcohol-free event.

#### **This event page is for English speakers only.** **こちらのイベントページは英語話者の方向けです。** **日本人の方は、別のイベントページからお申し込みください！** *** We host a Japanese & English language exchange meeting every Sunday at 9:30 AM. Participants practice in pairs or small groups, with 50 minutes of Japanese practice and 50 minutes of English practice. The study materials used in our sessions are created by professional language teachers. ### **Before Signing Up, Please Read the Following** * **Please make sure to check the comments section of the event page, as all event details and materials will be shared there around Saturday.** * This meeting is intended for people who are genuinely interested in language learning. Participants joining for other purposes may be asked to leave. * We prioritize creating a safe and comfortable environment for all attendees. * Disruptive behavior, solicitation, or sales activities are not allowed. Anyone who does not follow the instructions of the organizer or staff may be removed from the group. * **Participation fee : Refunds and carryovers are not available.** ### **Participation Fee & Donation** Your participation fee will be used by Emiko Tanaka, a Yosakoi Ambassador, to promote Yosakoi Naruko Dance from Kochi, Japan, to the world. For more details, please visit our website: 🔗 [Yosakoi Ambassador Project](https://yosakoiambassador.com/) We look forward to seeing you at the event! 😊

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🕒 When: Sundays 11 📍 Where: hymus badminton 💵 Cost: $30 per class Join our whatsapp group to stay updatedd https://chat.whatsapp.com/JwBfFRmJFZv75XRfOpFeL1?mode=ac_t Ready to try badminton but not sure where to start? This beginner-friendly group class is designed for adults and older youth who want to build a solid foundation in a fun, welcoming environment—no experience needed! Whether you’re completely new or haven’t played in years, you’ll learn: ✅ How to hold the racket properly ✅ Basic footwork and movement ✅ Simple yet effective strokes: clear, drop, net shot ✅ Beginner-friendly drills to build confidence ✅ Rules and how to keep score ✅ Light games to apply what you’ve learned

Happy Holidays!! Join us for a warm and welcoming Vegan Christmas Potluck! All holidays are welcome, not everyone celebrates Christmas. This is a great chance to meet other vegans, make new friends, and share delicious plant-based food with people who share the same values. Holiday attire is encouraged! 🤩Best holiday fit wins a small prize!!🏆 📅 Date: Thursday 12/25/25 ⏰ Time: 12pm - 3pm 📍 Location: It’s All Natural! Temple Store Bring a vegan dish to share and post in the comments of this event what you’re bringing so we can avoid duplicates. Doors open at 12pm to begin setting up, but we aim to start the feast between 12:30pm and 1pm. Come hungry, come friendly, and come ready to connect. Card games will be available too! We can’t wait to celebrate with you! ‼️ REMINDER ‼️ If you arrive to the temple early, please do not ring the doorbell or knock before 12pm. Some people may be in prayer and we do not want to disturb them. Simply wait in your car. Thank you for understanding and being considerate of this! 😊

Welcome, readers! ❄️ Our December read is **_A Quiet Life by Ethan Joella._** A Quiet Life by Ethan Joella is a tender, character-driven novel that follows three people in a small Pennsylvania town as they each cope with loss and seek connection. Chuck, a widower, struggles to find meaning after his wife’s death; Ella, a young woman, faces the heartbreak of her missing daughter; and Kirsten, a veterinary technician, grieves her father while contemplating her future. Their stories intertwine gently, revealing how grief and hope coexist—and how even small acts of kindness can help people rediscover purpose and peace in the aftermath of tragedy. Looking forward to discussing with everyone! At this meeting, our third annual White Elephant book exchange will take place! If you'd like to participate, bring a gift-wrapped book that you already own. On the gift wrap, write the genre of the book. We will meet at Zaftig Brewing Co in their event room in the back. We are welcome to bring in our own food, but **drinks must be purchased at the bar.** Happy reading! 📖

Join us for our January Book Club gathering where we will come together to discuss *Can't Spell Treason Without Tea* by Rebecca Thorne in a safe and welcoming environment. Make new friends who share your passion for books and connect with fellow LGBTQ book enthusiasts.

Early-bird coffee and conversation at [5 Bean Coffee](https://5beancoffee.com/)!

We will be having an open discussion of the book "the Soul of an Octopus" by Sy Montgomery. [this is the amazon link for this book](https://a.co/d/1bRn8h4)

Hi ladies. We will meet in front of the Nature Center and head to the two Observation decks. We will then hike Hickory Ridge, Ripple Rock, Overlook and Sugarbush trails to get approximately four miles total distance. We will walk approximately a 18 minute mile pace. Please wear appropriate hiking shoes.