Blues Jam

!!!Before you join the jam and pay please message me first to find out if there are any spaces available. Even if the jam is empty on Meetup people may have reserved spaces!!! !!!Please bring your own instruments to the studio. However if you are a drummer there will be a drum kit in the studio so all you have to do is bring sticks!!! !!!Cancellation policy (48 hours) - If you cancel to get a full refund you have to cancel 48 hours in advance of the jam!!! !!!If you want to attend but there is not a space available. I can add you to the waiting list. From here you can join if any spaces become free!!! If you see a free space please ask me before paying a signing up Looking forward to our 50th session! I've booked a studio at The Engine Room Studios in Bow. The jam will be a chance to jam with other musicians playing the music that you love in a gentle environment with no judgement and no pressure. This jam will be a great opportunity to improve musically and to meet other like minded people. 20 Second Chain: A structured improvisation format where a musical “chain” unfolds organically, with each player responding to and building on what came before. Lineup (on stage together): - 2 guitarists - 1 bass - 1 drummer - 1–2 singers - 1 additional instrument (sax, trumpet, percussion, etc.) How It Works: 1. All musicians on stage are assigned a number, which determines the playing order. 2. Playing order, a key (and available chords) is written on a whiteboard opposite the stage. 3. Number 1 begins alone with a simple idea for 20 seconds — leave space for others to build. 4. Every 20 seconds, the next numbered musician joins one at a time, layering something that complements what’s already happening. 5. Once everyone has entered and the full band is playing, the group improvises for 5 minutes, developing the groove — complexity and solos can grow naturally. 6. No on-stage planning — listen and respond in real time. 7. After the timer ends, the group rotates and a new chain begins. Please do not hesitate to contact me for more information about this jam and London Jam Sessions. At London Jam Sessions we have an active community on WhatsApp where we all discuss the upcoming jams and future events. Everyone in the community is encouraged to ask questions and bring forward new ideas. Dm me and I can add you to our Whatsapp group.

Small Blue Trio Sunday 15th February 2026, 8-10pm The Hope, Windsor, SL4 3HR Advance tickets: £5-£10 (no booking fee) [www.windsorjazzclub.uk](www.windsorjazzclub.uk) Martin Pyne Composition / Drums / Percussion David Beebee Piano Marianne Windham Double Bass Small Blue is a piano trio in the modern jazz tradition, with straight ahead swinging tunes and beautiful ballads, as well as African inspired grooves – but always with a twist, led by drummer/composer Martin Pyne, featuring pianist David Beebee and bass player Marianne Windham. The band will play music from their new album Furrow, released on Discus Music. Expect music that is by turns lyrical, atmospheric, groovy, and mischievous. The trio have recently been gigging across the country, and picking up great reviews for their album, which can be heard here. ***“Superb contemporary jazz” Jazz Views*** ***“Small Blue might be led by a drummer but this is one of the best ‘piano trio’ albums that I’ve heard in a long time” JAZZMAN*** ***“high grade Bill Evans Trio territory … each track has its own picture, each track turns its own curve, put all together and Small Blue have themselves a minor masterpiece.” Steve Day*** Windsor Jazz Club is a monthly jazz club night, every third Sunday, in the relaxing and atmospheric Hope live music bar on Alma Road in Windsor. The club brings new artists to the town, playing a mixture of well-loved jazz standards and original compositions. The evening starts at 8pm (doors at 7:30) and presents an hour and a half of live music with an interval halfway. The music finishes by 10pm and the venue is open until 11pm for socialising. Come along to meet other lovers of live music, jazz followers, aficionados and musicians. The bar is well stocked with a range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, soft drinks, juices, hot drinks and snacks. We look forward to meeting you.

Venue: Civil Service Club Date/Time: Sunday 15 February, 3-8pm and possibly beyond! First timers - please kindly read below about bringing your board, meetup fee, purchasing drinks and food, Etiquette etc Dear Backgammon Lovers, A warm and grateful thanks to Lydia for hosting backgammon at the Gest Restaurant on Sunday. Social Backgammon Whether you're a seasoned backgammoner or a newbie looking to learn this fabulous game, our social event is open to all. This is also the perfect chance to sharpen your game, and share a laugh (or a lucky double six!) over backgammon. Add in a drink, maybe dinner, and you’ve got the recipe for a fun and relaxed evening. Venue Food and Drink Just a little reminder that when we use the Civil Service Club, we’re asked to buy at least one drink whilst we’re there! The Club also has a nice range of food and snacks on offer, all at really good prices, so it’s a great chance to relax and make the most of the day. About our backgammon social group Our group has been running for 10 years since June 2015 and we have held over 450 official backgammon meetings - along with a further 200 off-grid (non meetups) since then. We are the largest backgammon group in the UK with just over 2,000 backgammon members. What makes our group special are its members and the warmth, humour and friendliness whilst playing this splendid social game over a few drinks... usually fortnightly, and on a Sunday. We have about 30-odd regular members who play socially and we very much welcome new players too - so do come along. Dinner Time and Drinks and Food In between the rounds of backgammon many of us sit for a meal around 6pm, but you can order drinks and food whenever you like. RSVP Please RSVP asap - . Often I need to provide the Club with an indication of numbers. Bring your own Backgammon Board - no problem if initially you don't have one. Love seeing the different styles and size of boards - my boards have somehow gotten larger over the years. Please bring your own backgammon board and should you not have one please let us know in advance via the Meetup message board so that others can make the effort to bring theirs. Meetup Fee I will ask for £4 as the meetup fees etc have increased substantially over the past year or two. This also assists paying other admin costs including Club membership and tips. Other Games We sometimes play other games in the evening such as Rummikub, Yahtzee, and a type of Gin Rummy... so ask and watch this space! Etiquette Just a quick reminder- it’s always nice to say thank you to the staff at the CSC when you can. Let’s also keep things warm and friendly with each other and enjoy the game. If anything comes up, please feel free to have a word with me or whoever is hosting that day. Backgammon Rules With one or two exceptions our group plays international backgammon tournament rules. I have outlined these rules on our meetup page. My Contact Should you get lost or need to get in touch my number is: 07956 263451. Would advise you not to post messages two hours before the meetup commences as there's often chance I will not see it. Best wishes again to all you Backgammoners for 2026! Chris Sattaur

Kick off your week with music, movement, and great vibes. Come solo or with friends—no partner needed! **Schedule (This Sunday):** • 6:00PM – Free Bachata Taster • 6:30 PM – Bachata Classes (3 Levels) • 7:30 PM – Salsa Classes (3 Levels) • 8:30 PM–11:30 PM – 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 £15 two classes 6:00 PM class is FREE intro to bachata RSVP now so we can plan levels and floor space. See you on the dance floor! 💃🕺

Eventbrite link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/mix-match-mingle-a-fun-valentines-evening-in-chelsea-tickets-1979629768929?aff=oddtdtcreator A fun, no-pressure singles social at PJ’s Chelsea Brasserie featuring games, quizzes, and easy mingling—perfect for meeting new people! On 15 February, we’re bringing singles together at 📍 PJ’s Chelsea Brasserie for an evening of games 🎲, quizzes 🧠, and easy mingling 💬 - all designed to help you meet people organically. ✨ Whether you’re looking to make new friends 🤝, spark a connection 💫, or simply enjoy a lively night out 🎉, this event is all about great conversations, laughter 😂, and good energy. 🌟 No awkward dating vibes ❌💘 - just a fun, relaxed social experience you’ll love. 🎟️ Early bird tickets: £15 - grab yours now before they’re gone! ⏰✨

***Please read the whole description before signing up.*** TF Clapham is a friendly environment of people looking to play casual, free football. We welcome all genders, ages(over 18), skill levels etc.. It doesn't matter if you are semi-pro or have never played a day in your life, everyone is welcome. **PLEASE READ:** Terrible football always has a wait list for Clapham. We have a lot of regulars who have been enjoying our group for years. If you sign up and can not make it, you must drop out by 8pm Saturday. If you drop out later you will be taken off any games you sign up to play the next weekend. We are strict on this rule as we like the games as even as possible plus someone else could have made it off the wait list. You have to join the whatsapp group for the exact location. We play between the skate park and band stand. **Set up:** Clapham is set us as one 11 aside game. We make 2 teams of 11(as evenly as possible skills wise) and play two 45 minute halves with a break in the middle. **GAME RULES:** 1\. Rotate keeper every 10 minutes\. Everyone must go in 2\. No slide tackles\. 1 warning only\. This is due to it being casual and varied in skill level\. 3\. Be inclusive\. Pass to everyone and be positive\. Anyone who says anything rude to another player will be warned once and then asked to leave\. We recommend you wear plastic studs(metal are not allowed) or AstroTurf boots. Shin pads are optional but most people don't wear them. We have colour bibs so please wear what you want in those regards. What’s app group where we share location, please add yourself: YOU WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED INTO THE WHATSAPP CHAT IF YOUR NAME ON WHATSAPP CANNOT BE FOUND ON MEETUP TF MEMBERS LIST. https://chat.whatsapp.com/Ja4kSQfvl1rJciUMMpFVwr

Every Sunday from 3pm Board Games in Vauxhall Come join us for a new board game event in Vauxhall! We're heading to the Riverside pub from 3pm to play board games (all board/card games welcome). Easily accessible from the Northern Line, Victoria Line, Vauxhall overground and Vauxhall Bus Station. Bring some games, or just bring yourself, and join a friendly community of gamers for some relaxed Sunday fun!

WHAT DO I HAVE TO DO TO TAKE PART? You just need to RSVP using the button on this page, and show up on Sunday. That is true for both DMs and players. You must be 18+ to attend. If this is your first time or looking to join a game, please find the Sunday Hosts Edward or Jason on your arrival. We will point you towards a game you can join. **Unless you have spoken to Jason or Edward beforehand about reserving tables/rooms at the pubs, you are NOT allowed to do so. I cannot state the importance of being able to rotate the availability of the rooms with other attendees/general pub goers in case the Pub needs them.** **The rooms should only be used by attendees who have a group plus DM or attendees who are DMing on the day. Otherwise I will assign you to the tables around the pub. This is non-negotiable.** TIMES Please ensure you arrive between 12:30pm and 1.00pm. **If you arrive later than 1pm, it may not be possible to find you a game.** I'VE NEVER PLAYED BEFORE, IS THAT A PROBLEM? Nope! You do not have to have previous experience of D&D or another tabletop role-playing game. We will have newbie-friendly games on Sunday. WHAT DO I HAVE TO BRING? Nothing. If you have dice, paper and pencil, and a Player’s Handbook, then bring them, but it’s not a problem if you don’t. We can lend you everything you need including a pre-generated character. I'M NOT FROM THE UK, THAT ISN'T A PROBLEM, RIGHT? Actually, we have loads of members from other countries; at times, we’ve had more ex-pats than Brits. We get a lot of people joining who’ve just moved to London from another country, left their old D&D friends behind, and who are looking for a new gaming group, so you don’t need to worry about not fitting in. The one catch is that your English does need to be OK. You don't have to be perfectly fluent, but roleplaying’s a language-based activity and if your listening isn't decent you may have trouble following what’s going on. Lots of our members speak more than one language, but we can't guarantee that we can place you in a game with someone who can interpret for you. DUNGEON MASTERS We are always on the look-out for DMs. If you would like to run a game, please PM Edward_w or Jason Sia. HYGIENE & ANTI-COVID GUIDELINES If you are symptomatically ill or suspect/know you have caught covid in the last 10 days but are asymptomatic, please do NOT attend. Please wear a mask that covers your nose and mouth and/or a face shield whenever possible. This is not a rule, merely a request. Please avoid sharing food. Please wash your hands and/or use hand sanitiser gel frequently. Please maximise social distancing where possible and keep social mixing to a minimum. If you test positive for covid after attending an event, please contact Zander the Meetup Organiser, immediately. If possible, please let Zander know your Dungeon Master's name. If your venue has stricter rules than those outlined above, please follow those rules. **VENUES AND MONEY MATTERS** There is no charge, membership fee or subscription. However, a collection tin may be circulated by the Organiser/Assistant Organiser/Host towards the running of the Meetup. There is a recommended donation of £2 cash per attendee (DM or player), but contributions are purely voluntary: you are under no obligation. We do not track or record who donates what (and for that reason, donations by Paypal etc are not accepted). **The venues are businesses and, as such, rely on us spending on food and drink while we are there**. Our continued use of the venues is dependent upon it. Please spend as much as you reasonably can; if you are thinking of having lunch at your venue, please do. The venues have vegetarian and vegan options. Please do NOT bring drink from outside except tap water in a transparent plastic bottle. Please do NOT bring food from outside. Bringing food or drink (except tap water) from outside can result in you being permanently banned by the venue's management. Guide dogs are absolutely fine. Other dogs and pets may not be permitted subject to the discretion of the Pub Staff & Organisers. If you have any questions, please post it in the comments below or PM Edward_w or Jason, the Sunday Hosts.

**We Are Back!!!!!!** Blues Jam at American Legion Annandale every Wednesday!!!! **American Legion Bicentennial Post 1976** **4206 Daniels Ave, Annandale, VA 22003** Sign-in your name on the list, I'll be there to greet you and show you where to put up your gear. **The Door is at 6:00pm** **The Jam Starts around 6:30pm** After 6:30pm your name might be called next, so be ready to jump on and play with a band. **For people just coming to listen**, thank you very much for coming. Enjoy the music! We accept donations for maintaining the equipment and appreciate all the help we can get keeping this event going. **Drums are here already**, if you want to bring cymbals or any other drum gear, please be aware that other people are going to play the kit as well. In short, drummers keep your load light. **Drummers -** **[We're keeping it a lower** **volume environment** so *Lightning Rods equivalent* are **recommended,** but not a requirement] **Harmonica Players** - We have an amp for you, but if you want bring an amp, you are welcome to. **Singers Very Welcome** **Horn Players Very Welcome** **Keys are very Welcome** **Keyboard** can be available on request **Just bring your instrument**, no need to bring an amp we have all of that. **Do not bring a pedal board, with a bunch of pedals**. The amps are dialed in for blues, trust me it's all there. We also host our traditional Entry-level Jam at the shop every Thursday, it is aimed at a more casual and private experience. a great place to learn your chops for the live jam or even try a new instrument.

**Do you want to play and grow with a band, without the commitment of starting a band? Join us for our Blues Jams. Great place to network with other musicians.** \*\*$10 for at the door\*\* \*\*Free for Singers and Drummers\*\* **\*Members Get in free and receive other benefits\*** **[Become a Member](https://patreon.com/DoctorStrings?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink)** **Beginner to Pro Blues jam 21+ only, BYOB. Every Thursday.** This is a smaller more practice focused event at my shop. **Open to everyone and is a learning experience for most.** Just bring your instrument(Electric), no need to bring an amp we have all of that. Do not bring a pedal board with a bunch of pedals. The amps are dialed in for blues, trust me it's all there. Drums are here already, very basic kit. If you want to bring cymbals or any other drum gear, please show up early to set up. Also please be aware that other people are going to play the kit as well.

**We Are Back!!!!!!** Blues Jam at American Legion Annandale every Wednesday!!!! **American Legion Bicentennial Post 1976** **4206 Daniels Ave, Annandale, VA 22003** Sign-in your name on the list, I'll be there to greet you and show you where to put up your gear. **The Door is at 6:00pm** **The Jam Starts around 6:30pm** After 6:30pm your name might be called next, so be ready to jump on and play with a band. **For people just coming to listen**, thank you very much for coming. Enjoy the music! We accept donations for maintaining the equipment and appreciate all the help we can get keeping this event going. **Drums are here already**, if you want to bring cymbals or any other drum gear, please be aware that other people are going to play the kit as well. In short, drummers keep your load light. **Drummers -** **[We're keeping it a lower** **volume environment** so *Lightning Rods equivalent* are **recommended,** but not a requirement] **Harmonica Players** - We have an amp for you, but if you want bring an amp, you are welcome to. **Singers Very Welcome** **Horn Players Very Welcome** **Keys are very Welcome** **Keyboard** can be available on request **Just bring your instrument**, no need to bring an amp we have all of that. **Do not bring a pedal board, with a bunch of pedals**. The amps are dialed in for blues, trust me it's all there. We also host our traditional Entry-level Jam at the shop every Thursday, it is aimed at a more casual and private experience. a great place to learn your chops for the live jam or even try a new instrument.

**DCR’s DECADES SHOWCASE 2024!** 5 bands, each paying tribute to a different decade of Rock n’ Roll, to perform a 1 hour set. This is an ALL AGES SHOW! Email ericSeisler@yahoo.com with questions **(2:00pm) Barco Loungers** **(3:30pm) The Redactions** **(5:00pm) The Wanderers** **(6:30pm) The Spirographs** **(8:00pm) Dad Bod** **Rules:** All musicians must be active DCR members, or must join DCR prior to the gig. Sets should maintain a PG-13 rating as this is an all-ages show. Availability subject to organizer’s discretion, otherwise on a first-come-first-served basis. Please list your choice of decades (multiple options will more likely result in a spot), preferred practice location, and preferred and secondary instrument/vocals.

This is a great class for beginner to intermediate players looking to get into bluegrass. Students will learn the basic chords and melody of one or 2 classic Bluegrass songs and how to approach playing them in a jam setting. Over the course of about an hour the class will play the tunes several times as a group exploring different possibilities for kickoffs, solos, endings and more. At the end of the class we open up the jam! Justin plays guitar and banjo with Cherry Blossom Special and runs jam sessions along and runs jam sessions along with mandolinist Nick Cameron and fiddler Mari Carlson. He has been teaching guitar, banjo and mandolin in Takoma Park since 2012. This class was designed to give people an affordable entry point to Bluegrass music, and help grow the community. The class is $30 Register [Here!](https://checkout.square.site/buy/GUSSUYYW5UMKDMCDV4CQBOBL)

Social Sips & Bites — DC Rockers Winter 2026 Showcase Social Sips & Bites friends, we’re heading to the DC Rockers Winter 2026 Showcase- an all-ages, afternoon-to-night celebration of Rock ’n’ Roll through the decades. Five bands. Five decades. One epic day. Each band performs a full 1-hour tribute set, so come early, stay late, or drop in anytime. Lineup & set times • 2:00 PM – Barco Loungers • 3:30 PM – The Redactions • 5:00 PM – The Wanderers • 6:30 PM – The Spirographs • 8:00 PM – Dad Bod **Event fee: $15** Questions or Tickets : Email: ericSeisler@yahoo.com Easy vibes, great music, and classic Social Sips & Bites energy. RSVP and let’s rock winter 2026 together. https://www.unionstagepresents.com/shows/dc-rockers-15-feb