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SALSA & SIP MONDAYS at WEST BEACH PAVILION ST.KILDA BEACHFRONT
## Details
๐ด **MONDAY SALSA & SIP**
\* New class time: 6.30pm -7.30pm
New weekly Latin Monday nights
at West Beach Pavilion, St Kilda
โ right on the beach!
๐ Join us at West Beach Pavilion and kick start your week with a fun Salsa Beginner dance class and a drink, and enjoy some Latin fun! Come early and take in the beautiful Sunset views.
โจ Everyone welcome!
No partner or dance experience needed.
**Stay after class**, have a drink, meet and make new friends and practice your dance moves
in a friendly and welcoming environment.
๐
When: **EVERY MONDAY**
๐๐บ **BEGINNER SALSA CLASS:**
**6:30pmโ7:30pm**
\- Perfect for Beginners of all levels
\* Learn from an instructor with
over 18 years of experience
๐ต Cost: $29
Includes Salsa class plus a drink
๐ **Secure your class spot**
Contact: (03) 9593 8833
Bring your friends, meet new ones!
Letโs make Mondays the new fun Fridays!
๐ฅ See you on the dance floor!! ๐บ๐โจ
At:
๐ West Beach Pavilion,
330A Beaconsfield Parade,
St Kilda Beachfront
Bayside Crunchy Monday (Elsternwick)
Play board games with around 20 people on 5+ tables in Elsternwick. Friendly. Inclusive. Free entry, Crunchy Euro and Thematic games. Close to public transport and free parking. Exclusive use of a function room with good lighting at the Caulfield RSL.
Join our group in the Aftergame App to stay in touch:
https://aftergame.app/groups/bayside-games-1853
Games are sometimes organised in advance on our WhatsApp group or in the Aftergame app, however most games are organised following a brief discussion at the venue on the Monday night.
Recently we have played the following games:
Euros: Brass, Dune Imperium, Anachrony, Endeavor Deep Sea, Inis, On Mars, Ark Nova, Galactic Cruise, Viticulture, Scythe, Concordia, Terra Mystica, Gaia Project, Terraforming Mars, Castles of Burgundy, Lost Ruins of Arnak and Grand Austria Hotel, and Orleans
Economic: Indonesia, Food Chain Magnate, Bus, Irish Gauge and Container.
Thematic: Voidfall, Dune (Original), Root, Eclipse, Nemesis, Spirit Island, Undaunted, Chaos in the Old World, The Godfather, Spartacus and Dominant Species.
**Arrive early**
The best time to arrive is around 6:50pm as people discuss which games they would like to play before starting longer games at 7:00pm. Arrive early and we can ensure that you are included in a game. However, should you arrive after 7:00pm you may need to wait for games to finish to be included, or if people are playing long games, it might not be practical to start a new game.
**Full bar and snacks available**
The Caulfield RSL generously provide the venue free of charge. A selection of food and drinks are available for purchase at the bar. Note that only food or drink purchased at the RSL can be consumed at the venue.
We look forward to seeing you!
POINT COOK CUBAN SALSA, BACHATA & RUEDA CLASSES - EVERY MONDAY
**POINT COOK CUBAN SALSA & BACHATA**
**DANCE CLASSES 2026**
**๐ - NOW OPEN -**
**EVERY MONDAY**
*(except on Public Holidays we are closed)*
*\* No experience necessary*
*\* No partner required*
\* No dance experience necessary
*\* Open to all adult ages*
At:
**POINT COOK COMMUNITY LEARNING CENTRE**
1-21 Cheetham Street
Point Cook
\* Same building as the Point Cook Library Building
\* We are in Main Room 1 - opposite the Reception Desk as you walk in.
**2026 MONDAY - POINT COOK**
**CUBAN SALSA, BACHATA**
**& RUEDA DE CASINO**
**PROGRAM:**
**6.30PM**
**BACHATA** (Main class)
\* Absolute Beginner to Improver level
\* No dance experience or partner required
\- All welcome
**7.30PM - 8.45PM**
**BEGINNER CUBAN SALSA**
**\- INTRODUCTION TO SALSA BASICS**
An extra 15 minutes have been added to assist new beginners
with a slower, easy to follow breakdown of the main basics steps
\- Beginners of all levels should attend this class
This leads into the main **CUBAN SALSA BEGINNER** lesson.
*\* Total Beginner Salsa class time: 1 hour & 30 minutes*
**8.45PM - 9.45PM**
**CUBAN SALSA & RUEDA INTERMEDIATE** (Main class)
\* Beginners who are confident with their steps and turns
can do this class.
(Cuban Salsa/Rueda De Casino)
**COST:**
\* CASUAL/DROP-IN RATE: $20 for any 1 main class
\* DO 2 CLASSES on the night: $30
\* DO ALL 3 CLASSES ON THE NIGHT - Only $35
**PAYMENT OPTIONS:**
*\** **CASH** *is the preferred payment on the night and*
*recommended for students to avoid paying the*
*extra eftpos surcharge fees.*
***\* EFTPOS*** *facility with Mastercard or Visa credit card available*
\- Please note: There is a 1\.9% surcharge when using Mastercard or Visa cards\.
\* Please note: We do not accept American Express & Diner cards.
**BOTTLED WATER & HAND TOWEL:**
\* We recommend students bring a bottle of water and a hand towel as some nights are quite hot and some lessons can be abit of a workout! ((-:
**CENTRE PROTOCOLS:**
\* Masks are recommended
\* If feeling unwell or have any flu like symptoms, please
do not attend any classes
\* If you are a close contact, as a precautionary measure,
we ask you not to attend any classes until after 7 days of
negative results
\* We recommend sanitizing hands frequently
**What To Wear:**
\* Best shoes - low or flat shoes with smooth sole shoes,
such as leather sole shoes.
\* Avoid runners or sneakers as these are made to grip
the floor and can impede your movement and turns.
\* Clothing - comfortable, casual clothing is fine
**MEDICAL:**
Please consult your doctor before taking any classes if you
have breathing problems, heart conditions, knee, back or shoulder injuries or are taking prescribed medication that may effect your health
**PRIVATE LESSONS:**
We offer private lessons on a one-to-one basis at our private studio setup in Werribee. Available for one to one or with your dance partner or for small private groups at a time that suits you. Large private groups or functions, we can come to you or your event.
Private salsa lessons are a great way to fast track and accelerate your salsa dancing skills by focusing on your salsa dancing in more detail with individual attention.
Community Night
## ๐ฒ **Fortnightly Monday Community Nights**
**Facilitated by Sasa Lestrange**
๐ Starts 6PM \| ๐๏ธ $5 Entry \| ๐ 15 Spaces Only
### **The Quick Details**
Come as you are, bring what you love. Whether youโre sketching, crafting, chatting, or diving into a YouTube watch party over the projector, this is your space to relax and connect. Bring your own arts and crafts, share your favourite tunes, or just hang out with good people.
Got a TTRPG group? Youโre welcome to play here. Looking for one? Use our Discord to find fellow adventurers and storytellers.
This is a chill, welcoming evening for creatives, gamers, and anyone who wants to spend time in good company. No pressure, no prep โ just good vibes and shared space.
## ๐ **Why Join**
* Make new friends or bring your own crew
* Get out of the house and into the community
* Perfect for newcomers to Melbourne or anyone wanting to build good habits
* Enjoy a relaxed, inclusive atmosphere
## ๐ **Facilitator**
Your host, **Sasa of EGAD**, will welcome you, introduce you to the space, and help get the group started โ often with a game or by interest.
## ๐ด **Food & Drink**
Snacks and drinks are available on the ground floor. You can also BYO, or join the **6:30โฏPM Schnitz order** for dinner.
## โฟ **Accessibility**
The event space is up one flight of stairs, and bathrooms are not wheelchairโfriendly. Lighting is bright white overhead unless the group opts to dim for projector use.
## โฐ **Timing**
You donโt need to be on time โ just note that if youโre joining for games, you might wait for a table to free up.
## ๐ก **Suggestions**
Got an idea for an activity or theme? Absolutely share it! The group votes on what to do each night.
Letโs kick off the week with fun, creativity, and connection. This event is
Tuner - 6:50 p.m. Monday 29/6 at Cinema Nova
Tuner - with Havana Rose Liu, Dustin Hoffman and Leo Woodall.
โAn easy-going thriller throwback that mostly plays all the right notes, Tuner is winning and unexpectedly romantic, with Leo Woodall on fine form.โ Empire
โItโs a thrill to watch this kind of original, adult movie that are all too rare these days, and Roher hits all the right notes with this move into narrative filmmaking.โ Chicago Tribune
We will meet at the Nova bar from 6 p.m. onwards, please book your tickets early. Stefan - 0437777522
SALSA & SIP MONDAYS at WEST BEACH PAVILION ST.KILDA BEACHFRONT
๐ด **MONDAY SALSA & SIP**
New weekly Latin Monday nights
at West Beach Pavilion, St Kilda
โ right on the beach!
Now at a new time of 6.30PM - 7.30PM
๐ Join us at West Beach Pavilion and kick start your week with a fun Salsa Beginner dance class and a drink - come early and enjoy the amazing Sunset views.
โจ **Everyone welcome!**
No partner or dance experience needed.
**Stay after class**, have a drink, meet and make new friends and practice your dance moves
in a friendly and welcoming environment
๐
When: **EVERY MONDAY**
๐๐บ **BEGINNER SALSA CLASS:**
**6:30pmโ7:30pm**
\* Perfect for Beginners of all levels
โ Learn from an instructor with
over 18 years of experience
๐ต Cost: $29
Includes Salsa class plus a drink
๐ **Secure your class spot**
Contact: (03) 9593 8833
Bring your friends, meet new ones!
Letโs make Mondays the new fun Fridays!
๐ฅ See you on the dance floor!! ๐บ๐โจ
At:
๐ **West Beach Pavilion**,
330A Beaconsfield Parade,
St Kilda Beachfront
Toorak Toastmasters Special Meeting
Join us on Sunday 29 June for a **special Speechathon** at Toorak Toastmasters.
This is something different from our usual meeting: we've got 6 speakers taking the stage to share their stories, ideas, and insights. Whether you're curious about public speaking, thinking about joining Toastmasters, or just want an inspiring afternoon out, this one's for you.
What to expect:
* **6 prepared speeches from members at different stages of their speaking journey**
* **A relaxed, supportive room (no pressure to speak yourself)**
* **A chance to meet our community and see what Toastmasters is really about**
Our meetings are held at Grattan Gardens Community Centre (GGCC), 40 Grattan St, Prahran. The atmosphere is informal allowing you to work on developing your speaking skills in a non-threatening environment.
This is a safe and respectful space. We have a code of conduct, and harassment or inappropriate behaviour will not be tolerated.
We are looking forward to seeing you soon!
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Maribyrnong River Bank Clean Up
Join us for a relaxed morning of community connection, light activity, and caring for the Maribyrnong River.
**What to Expect:**
We will walk along the riverbank and surrounds collecting litter, enjoying fresh air, gentle exercise, and friendly conversation. After the clean-up, we will head to Myrtle Cafรฉ together for a coffee and chat. This is an optional part of the event, and all are welcome to join.
**What to Bring:**
* Drinking water
* Sunscreen
* Closed shoes
* Gloves (optional โ we also provide gloves if needed)
We will supply rubbish bags, and have gloves, extra sunscreen, and hand sanitiser available.
**Meeting Point:**
We meet at Footscray Wharf, near Waterside Metal Art in Footscray. This location offers shelter and free parking on nearby streets.
**Important Information:**
Please check the exact meeting point before attending. If you need help finding us on the day, call 0418 184 457 or 0415 635 063.
Our clean-ups take place once a month and continue in all weather, unless conditions are extreme. Please check the event page on the morning of the clean-up for any last-minute updates.
Korean Social: Tuesday Night @ Fathers Office QV
ํ์์ผ ์ฝ๋ฆฌ์ ๋์ดํธ ๐ฐ๐ท
**Hikari Social Melbourne**
ํ๊ตญ ๋ฌธํ์ ํ๊ตญ์ด์ ๊ด์ฌ ์๋ ๋ถ๋ค์ ์ํ ์บ์ฃผ์ผํ๊ณ ์ฆ๊ฑฐ์ด ๊ต๋ฅ ์ด๋ฒคํธ์
๋๋ค.
์๋ก์ด ์ฌ๋๋ค์ ๋ง๋๊ณ , ์น๊ตฌ๋ฅผ ์ฌ๊ท๋ฉฐ, ํธ์ํ ๋ถ์๊ธฐ์์ ๋ํ๋ฅผ ์ฆ๊ฒจ๋ณด์ธ์.
ํผ์ ์ค์๋ ๋ถ๋ค๋ ์ ๋ง ๋ง์ต๋๋ค. ์ฒ์ ์ค์๋ ๋ถ๋ค๋ ํธํ๊ฒ ์ฐธ์ฌํ ์ ์๋๋ก ํธ์คํธ๊ฐ ์๊ฐ์ ์๋ด๋ฅผ ๋์๋๋ฆฝ๋๋ค.
๐ Fatherโs Office QV, Melbourne CBD
๐ ํ์์ผ 17:45โ22:00
๐ฌ๐ง **English**
Tuesday Korea Night ๐ฐ๐ท
**Hikari Social Melbourne**
A casual and fun social event for anyone interested in Korean culture and language.
Meet new people, make friends, and enjoy relaxed conversations in a friendly environment.
Most people come alone, and our hosts will help introduce you so you feel comfortable right away.
๐ Fatherโs Office QV, Melbourne CBD
๐ Tuesday, 5:45PM โ 10:00PM
BRUNSWICK FREE SALSA, CUBAN SALSA, RUEDA & BACHATA CLASSES - EVERY WEDNESDAY
**2026 BRUNSWICK FREE SALSA CLASS,**
**CUBAN SALSA & RUEDA DE CASINO CLASSES**
**\- NOW OPEN \-**
with **BACHATA** included in a
**shared MONTHLY program**
**EVERY WEDNESDAY**
at:
**BRUNSWICK UNITING CHURCH HALL**
214 Sydney Rd,
Brunswick
**\* Church Hall entrance is on Merri Street,**
Walk up the car driveway on the left side of the church,
Enter through the metal fence gate
The Hall is directly ahead
**EVERY WEDNESDAY**
**6.30PM - LEARN SALSA for FREE!**
**INTRODUCTION TO SALSA CLASS**
\- This session is a full class & have been opened to the community\,
to give anyone interested in learning Salsa to come try for **FREE**!
\* This is a complete class.
\- Learn the Salsa basics for free with no pressure to stay on to do the pay lesson\.
\- Once you have learnt the main basics\, we partner you up and show both ladies and men how to dance their steps together\, with the men how to lead and the ladies how to follow\.
\- By the end of the 6\.30PM Free Salsa Session\, you will already be
able to Salsa!
**This Free Salsa class is open to anyone wishing to give Salsa a try!**
***with:***
\* Easy to follow, step by step breakdown of the main basics
\* Learn at your own pace
\* Come as often as you like to make your Salsa basics strong
\* No pressure to stay on to do any of the pay lessons
\* No partner or dance experience required!
\* All welcome - bring your friends & enjoy a fun night of learning
to Salsa!
**AFTER THE FREE CLASS?**
If you enjoyed the Free class & wish to take your dancing to the next level, the free class is followed by the main
Cuban Salsa Beginner class (Beginner to improver level).
**2026 BRUNSWICK**
**WEDNESDAY PROGRAM:**
**\* 6.30PM - INTRODUCTION TO SALSA BASICS (Free Session)**
\- GET STARTED WITH LEARNING THE SALSA BASICS\!
\* This is a complete class
\* Easy to follow, step by step breakdown of the main basics
\- This session prepares you for the main Cuban Salsa Beginner
lesson that follows after.
**\- INTERVAL** - **REGISTRATION** with **Dance Practice**
**\*\* 7.30PM - 8.30PM**
**BEGINNER CUBAN SALSA (Main Class)**
*Cuban Salsa (Beginner to Improver Level)*
\- ALL students joining this part of the Beginner class are
expected to know their Salsa basic steps
**Total Beginner Class with free class: 1 hour & 30 Minutes)**
followed by the
**NEW SHARED MONTHLY PROGRAM:**
===============================
**\*\* CUBAN SALSA NIGHTS ONLY \*\***
**HELD every 1ST & 3RD WEEK of every MONTH**
**\- ON 5 WEEK MONTHS โ this is on the 1ST\, 3RD & 4TH weeks**
(\* No Bachata on these days)
**8.30PM - 10.00PM**
**CUBAN SALSA INTERMEDIATE**
(Cuban Salsa & Rueda De Casino)
\- Ideal for students who are confident with their Beginner
steps and turns. This level will extend your
Salsa dancing to the next level.
===============================
**\*\*\* BACHATA & CUBAN SALSA NIGHTS \*\*\***
**\- Held** on the **2ND** & **LAST WEEK** of every **MONTH**
**8.30PM โ 9.30PM**
**BACHATA**
*(Beginner to Improver)*
followed by
**9.30PM โ 10.30PM**
**INTERMEDIATE**
**CUBAN SALSA & RUEDA DE CASINO**
(\* Normal 1 HOUR CLASS)
\- Ideal for students who are confident with
their Beginner steps and turns. This level will
extend your dancing to the next level.
**CLASS COST:**
**CASUAL/DROP-IN ATTENDANCE:**
**\*\* CUBAN SALSA ONLY NIGHTS\*\***
โ Intermediate Salsa (1.5hrs) - $25/class
\* Beginner Salsa Class โ $20
**\* DO BOTH** Beginner Salsa Class
& Intermediate Cuban Salsa (1.5hr) Class โ Only $35
**\*\* BACHATA & CUBAN SALSA NIGHTS\*\***
\- On 2nd & last Week of every month
ANY MAIN 1 HR CLASS โ $20
**\* DO ANY 2 MAIN CLASSES** โ Only $30
**\* DO ALL 3 MAIN CLASSES** on the night โ $35
(Beginner Salsa, Bachata & Intermediate Salsa)
**PAYMENT OPTIONS:**
\* **CASH** recommended to avoid Eftpos sees
\* **EFTPOS** \- Visa or Mastercard accepted
โ Please note โ there is a 1.9% surcharge when using Visa or MC
credit cards
\* Please note: We do not accept Diners & American Express cards
**CLOTHING & SHOES:**
Comfortable casual clothing.
Best shoes are low or flat smooth sole shoes
when starting, like leather sole shoes.
Avoid sandals, open toe shoes.
Avoid high heels when starting to avoid injury
Avoid track shoes or runners as these grip the floor
and can interfere with your stepping and turns
**MEDICAL:**
Anyone with breathing problems, heart conditions, knee, back or shoulder injuries and who are taking prescribed medication, please consult with your doctor first before joining any classes.
**COVID PROTOCOLS:**
\* If you have flu like symptoms or feeling unwell, please do not any attend any classes
\* If you are a first contact, as a precaution, pls do not attend any
classes until after 7 days of negative tests
\* Sanitise hands frequently
*We look forward to having you join us!*
BENTLEIGH Cuban Salsa, Bachata & Rueda Dance Classes - Every Thursday
**2026 BENTLEIGH CUBAN SALSA, BACHATA**
**& RUEDA DE CASINO DANCE CLASSES**
**\- NOW OPEN \-**
**EVERY THURSDAY**
*\* No dance experience necessary*
*\* No partner required*
*\* Open to all adult ages*
At:
**BENTLEIGH UNITING CHURCH HALL**
495-497 Centre Rd, Bentleigh
(\* Located opposite the Bentleigh RSL)
**\* HALL Entry** \- via the front entrance of the church
\- Go past the glass panel doors
\- We are at the far end\, in the back room on the right\.
**2026 BENTLEIGH PROGRAM:**
**6.15pm โ 7.30pm**
**#1: CUBAN SALSA BEGINNER**
Starting with the
**INTRODUCTION TO SALSA BASICS**
An extra 15 minutes has been added, aimed specifically to assist new Beginners with a slower breakdown of the main basic steps. More experienced Beginners are recommended to come use this to strengthen their core steps.
We found that by doing it this way, new students get a much better dance experience overall.
This leads into the main Beginner Salsa lesson.
**BEGINNER CUBAN SALSA** (Main Beginner Class)
*(Beginner to Improver Level)*
*TOTAL CLASS TIME: **1 Hour & 15 Minutes***)\*\*
**7.30PM โ 8.30PM**
**\*\* CLASS #2:**
**CUBAN SALSA / RUED DE CASINO**
**IMPROVER - INTERMEDIATE LEVEL MAIN CLASS**
*(Covering Rueda De Casino & Cuban Salsa)*
\- Ideal for students who are confident with their Beginner level steps and turns\. This Improver to Intermediate level class will concentrate on Cuban Salsa & Rueda De Casino to raise the level of the Beginners to Improver Level and higher\.
**What is Rueda De Casino?**
*Rueda De Casino*, also called just *'Rueda'*, in it's basic form means 'Casino wheel', where dance couples comes together to form a circle, with one main 'caller', who calls out the names of different Cuban Salsa figures made up of different sequences of fun dance moves, which are danced by the couples in synchronisation. As the level of the dancers improve, so does the figures performed become more elaborate and complicated and with the constant change of partner calls, make the dance fun and exciting for the dancers, as well as spectators who
view the dance.
**8.30pm โ 9.30pm**
**\*\*\* CLASS #3: BACHATA**
*(Absolute Beginner to Improver Level)*
\* No experience or partner necessary - all welcome
\- Bachata is the second most popular Latin dance around
the world after Salsa
**CLASS COST:**
Casual/Drop-in attendance:
Any Main class - $20 per class
Any 2 Classes on the night - $30 for both classes
or
Do ALL CLASSES on the night for only $35!
***\* Please note:*** We only accept **CASH** on this night
**CLOTHING & SHOES:**
Comfortable casual clothing.
Best shoes when starting are low or flat smooth sole shoes
like leather sole shoes. Avoid sandals & open toe shoes.
Avoid track shoes or runners as these grip the floor & can
interfere with your turns
**MEDICAL:**
Anyone with breathing problems, heart conditions, knee,
back or shoulder injuries and who are taking prescribed medication, please consult with your doctor first before joining any classes.
**COVID PROTOCOLS:**
\* If you have flu like symptoms or feeling unwell, please do not
attend any classes
\* If you are a first contact, as a precaution, please do not attend
any classes until after 7 days of negative tests
\* Sanitize hands frequently
**PRIVATE LESSONS:**
We provide private lessons on a one-to-one basis, with or without a dance partner and for private groups at a time that suits you
Cuban (Rueda) Salsa Course every Tuesday in Collingwood
\*\*New Cuban Courses will commence Tuesday 7th July x 6 weeks\*\*
Rueda de Casino โ is a progressive Cuban-style salsa class and a fun way to learn salsa. Its fast paced, danced in a circle and changing partners flowing from one partner to the next
Cuban Salsa (Rueda)
BEGINNER LEVEL 7.00pm - 8.00pm
This course is for absolute beginner to beginner plus students.
The first 4 weeks we will cover Cuban Salsa fundamentals, Cuban Flow body movement and basic Cuban steps. The last 2 weeks we will use moves and steps learnt in a progressive wheel (Rueda) pattern.
This class can only be purchased as a 6 week course.
Course cost $120
For course bookings email gabby@melbournesalsa.com.au
***
Cuban Salsa (Rueda)
INTERMEDIATE LEVEL 8.00pm - 9.00pm
During this 6 week course, you will learn complicated Cuban turns, Rueda dynamics, team patterns and different formations, executing the moves by the caller and dancing in sync at a faster pace.
Must have completed 2 x Beg Level Rueda courses before entering Intermedaite level.
This class can be purchased as a 6 week course or can be attended casually.
Casual $25 (cash or eft pos)
Course cost $120
For course bookings email gabby@melbournesalsa.com.au
***
These Courses will be held at the
Melbourne Salsa studio
1/326 Smith Street Collingwood
(Rear entrance via laneway off Bedford street)
FREE Parking is available above Woolworths - 2 min walk to our studio.
For more details call Melbourne Salsa on 95312023 or email info@melbournesalsa.com.au
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Columbus Medical Marijuana Meetup 6/30/26 - Network/Learn/Celebrate/Mix/Chill
Our next much-awaited **COLUMBUS** meetup is **Tuesday June 30th from 7-10 pm EST at ACE OF CUPS**. Meet patients, cultivators, processors, dispensary managers/staff, physicians, home growers, educators, activists, nonprofits, artists, attorneys, business owners, writers, students, and supporters to network, share our knowledge, collaborate, support each other and make new ones!
Hope you will be there too! Save the date and pass the word. **Please RSVP** so we know who is coming and how many to expect.
Find us to say hi and we will introduce you to others. We should be easy to spot. (The happy-looking group wearing cool nametags! See photos from our past events.) Sign in, grab a name tag, start your own bar/food tab, meet old friends and make new ones! Everyone is welcome. SEE YOU THERE!
Beginner and Intermediate Bachata Dance Classes with Todd Smith!
**โ
Bachata Mondays with Todd Smith!**
**๐ Beginner Bachata Class**
**$15 In Advance / $20 At the Door**
.
7:00 pm โ 7:15 pm โฆ Registration
7:15 pm โ 8:15 pm โฆ Beginner Class
.
**๐ Intermediate Bachata Class**
**= $15 In Advance / $20 At the Door**
.
8:15 pm โ 8:30 pm Registration
8:30 pm โ 9:30 pm Intermediate Class
.
**๐ If You Take Both Bachata Classes**
**= $25 In Advance / $35 At the Door**
.
**๐ Buy Advance Tickets Now at:**
.
https://columbussalsadancing.com/bachata-mondays-dance-class-tickets/
Red, White & BOOM: A Black Love Summer Social
๐บ๐ธ Red, White & BOOM: A Black Love Summer Social โค๏ธ
Skip the downtown chaos and celebrate with great people instead!
Join Black Love & Friends as we spend the evening together in the beautiful, historic King-Lincoln District, just steps from Mayme Moore Park, with an incredible view of the Red, White & BOOM fireworks.
This isn't a formal eventโit's a relaxed summer gathering.
Come early or stop by later. Stay for an hour or stay all evening. We'll have our own private meetup space where you can kick back, meet new people, play a few games, enjoy light refreshments, and simply enjoy the holiday together.
Throughout the evening we'll explore the King-Lincoln District, soak up the atmosphere, laugh, connect, and then settle in as the Columbus skyline lights up with one of the biggest fireworks shows of the year.
โจ What to expect:
๐ Great views of the Red, White & BOOM fireworks
๐๏ธ Historic King-Lincoln District
โบ Private Black Love & Friends meetup tent
๐ฒ Lawn games & conversation
๐ฅค Light refreshments
๐ค New friends & great vibes
๐ธ Perfect summer photo opportunities
Event begins: 6:30 PM
Fireworks begin later in the evening, so arrive whenever works for you. Feel free to come and go throughout the night.
โ ๏ธ RSVP is required. Space at our tent is limited, so we'll only be able to accommodate those who register in advance.
Bring a chair if you'd like, wear your favorite red, white, and blue, and come celebrate community, connection, and summer with Black Love & Friends.
Good people. Great conversations. Amazing fireworks.
Recruiting Virtual Mental Health Group Leaders!
We are recruiting new group leaders for virtual men's groups! Our primary groups are outdoor movement groups, but we are launching virtual groups for the state of Ohio and beyond and the groups will move outside in the spring, creating room for men's groups, women's groups and coed groups all over the country.
Read below to learn about our groups and click the links at the bottom to apply.
### **What is an Outdoor Empowerment Group?**
Our Outdoor Movement & Community Empowerment Groups are simple, guided experiences designed to help people reconnect with nature, themselves, and others. We combine some form of movement (hike, walk, run, bike, yoga, workout) and meaningful conversation within a simple community circle to create a space where individuals can support each other while prioritizing mental and physical well-being.
Whether youโre seeking stress relief, personal growth, or community, our groups offer everyone a unique and welcoming environment.
## **Why Join?**
* **Improve Mental & Physical Well-Being** โ Movement, nature, and supportive conversations reduce stress and promote balance.
* **Feel Less Alone** โ Build genuine connections with like-minded people in a safe, welcoming space.
* **Gain Clarity & Perspective** โ Step outside daily routines and into a space designed for personal growth and reflection.
## **The Ideal Group Leader**
The ideal group leader
* Has a born-in passion for mental health, movement, connecting with nature and building community.
* Has 5 extra hours per week to dedicate to a meaningful cause for at least one year. Yes, you can leave any organization at any time and we can also ask you to leave, but we are building with legacy in mind and we need people who can commit and be ALL IN on this mission to build with us.
* Is independently financially stable with the ability to volunteer with no expectation of pay. This is a deeply beautiful journey of service that all participants commit to at Speak Your Mind.
* An ability to manage groups with high emotional intelligence and desire for human connection.
* An ability to self-motivate and market/promote their group on Facebook and other social platforms.
* Nature informed therapy or clinical therapists/psychologists a plus.
## **Our Impact**

Since launching, we have helped thousands find support, connection, and healing through our Outdoor Movement Groups. 100% of participants surveyed have reported:
* A noticeable improvement in mental clarity and emotional well-being.
* An increase in social connection and a sense of belonging.
* Said they would return again.
We believe mental health should be accessible, community-driven, and rooted in nature. Join us and take the first step toward a more connected, grounded, and supported version of yourself.
### **Why Our Groups are Donation-Based**
Our Outdoor Movement Groups are made possible through a donation-based model. This approach allows us to keep our events accessible to everyone, regardless of financial circumstances, while also ensuring that we can continue expanding our reach. Itโs a great way to pay it forward and support the growth of this beautiful mission!
Every contribution helps us:
* **Cover Essential Costs** โ Donations allow us to pay essential legal, marketing, insurance, and admin costs as well as nourish the important people who run the organization.
* **Grow Our Mission** โ With your support, we can bring these healing experiences to thousands more people in the future and execute our long term plan to expand across the USA, affecting up to 500,000 people per year.
By choosing to contribute, youโre not just leading an eventโyouโre helping build a mental health movement that supports long-term well-being and connection for all during a severe mental health epidemic.
## **Come Join Us!**
Weโd love to have you be part of this growing community of people prioritizing their mental health, movement, and connection.
๐น **Visit Our Website to Learn More:** https://speakyourmind.men/joinusoutside
๐น **Apply Here to Lead Your Own Group!** โ https://form.jotform.com/taketimespeakyourmind/sym-group-leader-application
๐น **Support the mission**: If you resonate with the mission and want to support, feel free to join a group before applying or donate to help us reach our goals to help more people! You can donate here: https://secure.givelively.org/donate/angels-for-angels/speak-your-mind
Please text Mario with any questions: (808) 855-8831
Beginner and Intermediate Salsa Dance Classes with Todd Smith!
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Salsa Wednesdays with Todd Smith!**
**๐ Beginner Salsa Class**
**$15 In Advance / $20 At the Door**
7:00 pm โ 7:15 pm โฆ Registration
7:15 pm โ 8:15 pm โฆ Beginner Class
**๐ Intermediate Salsa Class**
**= $15 In Advance / $20 At the Door**
8:15 pm โ 8:30 pm Registration
8:30 pm โ 9:30 pm Intermediate Class
**๐ If You Take Both Salsa Classes**
**= $25 In Advance / $35 At the Door**
**๐ Buy Advance Tickets Now at:**
https://columbussalsadancing.com/salsa-wednesdays-dance-class-tickets/
**๐ Questions? Text Todd @ (614) 774-8146**
CAPA Summer Movie: PRETTY WOMAN at the Ohio Theatre!
Join us as we get together for a CAPA Summer Movie event to see the romantic, funny, heartwarming, feel-good classic, PRETTY WOMAN! Julia Roberts and Richard Gere star in this modern-day fairy-tale romance! Hereโs a description, trailer and plan for this event:
DESCRIPTION: A wealthy corporate raider hires a Hollywood escort as his date for a week of high-society business events. But what starts as a business transaction blossoms into genuine love, challenging both of their lives and leading to an unexpected romance. The film is directed by Garry Marshall and stars Richard Gere, Julia Roberts, Hรฉctor Elizondo, Ralph Bellamy (in his final performance), Laura San Giacomo and Jason Alexander.
MINI TRAILER: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K-JghOdhAwc](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K-JghOdhAwc)
SHORT BONUS CLIP #1 - DIRECTOR GARRY MARSHALL Recalls Famous Scenes from the Film: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HpIMOzieGPs](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HpIMOzieGPs)
SHORT BONUS CLIP #2 - RICHARD GERE on the Filmโs Impact all these years later: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O0T3O94dAA8](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O0T3O94dAA8)
SHORT BONUS CLIP #3 - JULIA ROBERTS Remembers a Gift from Director Garry Marshall: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pJ4AZSjbMsA](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pJ4AZSjbMsA)
BUZZ & ACCLAIM: A huge box office hit at the time of its release, PRETTY WOMAN has since gone on to become a modern-day classic! The film catapulted Julia Roberts to superstardom and earned her a Golden Globe for Best Actress and her first Oscar nomination! Critics praise Julia Robertsโ star-making performance, the undeniable chemistry between her and Richard Gere, and its warm, funny feel-good story about kindness, self-worth and transformation! The filmโs โintelligence and wit,โ โfirst-class performancesโ and โsharp, funny scriptโ have made Pretty Woman a classic and truly โsomething special!โ
THE OHIO THEATRE: The Ohio Theatre is located at 39 E. State Street, between 3rd and High Streets, across the street from the Ohio Statehouse. From classical music to modern dance, yearly family traditions to hot concerts, the worldโs best artists come to the 2,791-seat, historic Ohio Theatre. The breathtaking details (including the 21-foot-high chandelier!) of its opulent, Spanish-Baroque architecture make any night at the Ohio Theater an event to remember!
PRE-SHOW ENTERTAINMENT: Now celebrating his 33rd year as featured organist for the CAPA Summer Movie Series, Clark Wilson will again provide pre-show entertainment at the keyboards and controls of the Ohio Theatreโs treasured โMighty Mortonโ theatre organ 30 minutes prior to each screening.
PARKING: Parking is available at Columbus Commons Parking Garage off 3rd or Rich Streets or in Statehouse Parking Garage off 3rd Street. You can find out more about parking in Downtown Columbus by visiting the Downtown Columbus website.
PLAN: Purchase your ticket for the 7:30pm showing and weโll meet outside the theater between 6:50 and 7:00pm. Weโll head in at 7pm to get good seats and enjoy the pre-show organ music!
TICKETS: Tickets just $6 adult / $5 senior! Parking is available under the Capital building, in the nearby garage, or on the nearby streets. You can purchase your ticket at the box office on the day of the event or online here: [https://www.capa.com/capa-summer-movie-series/](https://www.capa.com/capa-summer-movie-series/)
Look forward to seeing you there, Dan





















