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**FREE Salsa / Bachata dance taster class** \- Come try Salsa or Bachata for FREE at Park View Healthclub\, Colindale\. You are only allowed to attend a maximum of 2 classes. This is not a progressive dance course. This is offered to welcome newbies to Salsa or Bachata. **NOTE**: Salsa Crossbody on 1 (LA style) & Bachata Sensual will be taught, not Bachata Dominican or Cuban Salsa or Colombian Salsa. Ready to spice up your evenings with some Latin rhythm? **Location**: * Park View Healthclub, 6 Heath Parade, Grahame Park Way, Colindale, London, NW9 5ZN **When**: * Every Friday with class starting at 7:45pm sharp Spaces are limited to 12 people maximum (6 leads and 6 followers) – 1st come, 1st serve basis). **Pricing**: * FREE to attend but you must be a Park View Healthclub member. To become a Park View member, click **[HERE](https://parkviewhealthclubs.com/pages/join-colindale).** **NOTE**: Due to limited spaces, you must book and reserve your space ASAP. We do not advise on leaving it too late. To reserve your spot, contact Mau on: 07950268600

**Our Cacao ceremonies are experiancial woodland gatherings where you participate hands-on in the ceremony.** Sacred space wth Altar, woodland attunement, Totemic animal calls! Then with Chants & drums, each person adds Ceremonial grade Cacao powder to heating milk on a cooker, and stirs with magical intentions. After drinking the Cacao, we use Heart-frequency Singing bowl -- directly on each person to help them open their heart centres. Then all are led on a relaxed guided journey. **\*We are using Organic, Vegan, Ceremonial grade Cacao, grown by the Ashaninka Tribe in Peru.* There is some snacks afterwards and sharing insights (optional). **Facilitators:** Mani (organiser); Evanna & Elisa (Sacred space); Evangeline (Chants & Guided Journey). **Cacao drinking in Tribal Cultures.** It is an old tribal practice that works gently in heartcentre and energy openings in people. It takes time to work. It's effects are subtle, and can include a good feeling of wellness, connection, love, gratitude, mindfullness, positivity. Our aim is to hold these in woodland, so as to get closer to the natural setting similar to real tribal cacao rituals. We began these in Hampstead Heath in June 202, and have been evolving our ritual elements over the years to be more and more participatory. **\-\-\-\-PRACTICAL DETAILS \-\-\-\-\-** **What you can bring** ** *Food: **Vegetarian food / snacks welcome (no meat or alcohol). *** For altar **: Flowers & lanterns, LED lights, ritual banners, statues of gods goddess or animal totems. ** *Practical - very important. **: Wrap up really warm. Bring Cushion/ yoga mat to sit on. blanket to cover your self..(even on a sunny day, it becomes cold at night when sitting in one area).** *** *Optional-* Drums, rattles, percursion musical instruments; Note books; your own crystals & talismans to keep with you for journey; Your own Cup to drink Cacao from. (we provide reusuable cups). **Venue:** Queen's Wood (nearest Tube: High Gate). This ceremony is held in a public woods, in the evening, in natural weather conditions , *So please do come fully prepared as follows!-* **Meeting point :** *Gather at The entrance to Queen's Woods, Queen's wood Road, N6 5UU . - Google map ref: 51.580240, -0.142252 Mani (Facilitator will meet & collect you, and lead all attendees into the woods, to a chosen ritual space, where the Cacao ceremony will commence. **\-\-\- OUR POLICY \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-** *NO Drugs/ substances, NO Alcohol at this event. - For Ages 18+ and over only. ** *Health : **If you feel unwell please stay at home. you can attend next time.* *These woods are NOT suitable for anyone with mobility issues, wheel chairs.* *** Inclusivity: Please be kind, compassionate to one another throughout the whole gathering. We are inclusive of all race, genders, sexuality, LGBTQP+ **Our team** is made up of Evanna, Elisa, Evangeline and myself (Mani).. We look forward to sharing our magic with you. Bright Blessings -Mani \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **About the Organiser :** Mani, with Hindu roots, is an author, teacher, initiated Witch & High Priest, with 30yrs of Wicca & magical experiences. Since 2004, he has been working more and more in Woods, with rituals, covens and workshop. Mani has a Physics B.Sc degree, training in Transpersonal Psychology & counselling, and blends some Hindu & Shamanic practices into pagan rituals. **Follow Mani (Instagram)** [www.instagram.com/mani.woodlandwitch](https://www.instagram.com/mani.woodlandwitch) **Facebook grp** [www.facebook.com/groups/LondonWoodlandWitches](https://www.facebook.com/groups/LondonWoodlandWitches)

### ECSTATIC DANCE LONDON presents: ## 🌎CACAO DANCE TRIBE: **Afro House & World Beats Ecstatic Dance + Cacao Ceremony** **(DJ & live percussion set)** **Friday Night \| 7:45PM–10:15PM** **Fruit Social: 10:15PM–10:45PM** **Tufnell Park, London** Immerse yourself in an **ecstatic dance journey** infused with **Afro House rhythms, world beats, and live percussion**. Move freely, connect deeply, and let the music take you on a powerful journey of embodiment, release and ecstasy. We’ll open the evening with a dance movement warmup, then shift to a **heart-opening raw vegan cacao ceremony** and positive intention setting ritual, tuning in together before the main dance Wave begins. **Please note:** an RSVP here on meetup is not a ticket. To reserve your place please book via eventbrite. Thank you x **🎫Tickets:** [https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ecstatic-dance-london-cacao-dance-tribe-wellness-rave-cacao-ceremony-tickets-498619222517](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ecstatic-dance-london-cacao-dance-tribe-wellness-rave-cacao-ceremony-tickets-498619222517) **🌟 Join the Mailing list for EVENT UPDATES & DISCOUNTS:** [https://ecstaticdancelondon.myflodesk.com/we-are-london](https://ecstaticdancelondon.myflodesk.com/we-are-london) **📣Join our WhatsApp Community:** [https://chat.whatsapp.com/IuJVuQiUmENDJGD7bhYRZr?mode=ems_copy_t](https://chat.whatsapp.com/IuJVuQiUmENDJGD7bhYRZr?mode=ems_copy_t) **✨Follow us on Instagram:** [https://www.instagram.com/ecstaticdance_london?igsh=MXFmdm01NzRtd2xndg%3D%3D&utm_source=qr](https://www.instagram.com/ecstaticdance_london?igsh=MXFmdm01NzRtd2xndg%3D%3D&utm_source=qr) **What to Expect?** ✨ Uplifting **Afro House**, **Brazilian grooves**, and **organic world rhythms** 🥁 **Live percussion** bringing fire and soul to the dancefloor 🍫 **Raw ceremonial cacao** to open your heart and elevate your energy 💃 Freestyle, expressive movement & moving meditation 🍉 **Optional fruit social** afterwards to nourish and connect No alcohol, no drugs, just rhythm, breath, and community. This is one of London’s most loved **sober Friday night dance experiences**, where you can shake off the week’s stress and celebrate life through movement. ### About Cacao Dance Tribe Founded in 2017, **Cacao Dance Tribe** was one of the world’s first **Cacao Ceremony + Ecstatic Dance** events, originally held in Camden. After a pause during the pandemic, we’re thrilled to have **revived the tribe in Tufnell Park since 2023,** co-created by the **Ecstatic Dance London** community, pioneers of the UK’s sober dance movement since 2009. No dance experience needed — everyone is welcome. We also offer limited **free crew spaces** — scroll below for details and sign-up. **Music Vibe:** Afro House \| World Beats \| Brazilian \| Organic Rhythms

This delayed event will be in Hyde Park A good day to meet new people and have some fun. Relocation due to our chosen bar is under reconstruction The gig is an excuse to have a good time. Any new members who wish to contribute to leading the play are welcome. We all been to weddings and got the Candy wrong. one or two wise guys will go through the routine and the rest will follow. You will be better at weddings after this. Please join as participant and learn it so that you can teach us. Lets have a big laugh and make friends. The date may change depending on availability of ket Candy men.

Book your FREE ticket **[HERE](https://www.tickettailor.com/events/colindalesalsabachatafitnessnwlondon/2122060)** to join us. Only 400 spaces available. NOTE: A FREE ticket comes with entry to a raffle to win lots of prizes donated from various businesses including cash, FREE dance group as well as private classes, etc. Join us for Dancing in the Park — NW London & Barnet’s ultimate outdoor dance and community experience for all ages. Learn more what Dancing in the Park is all about **[HERE](https://dancinginthepark.mystrikingly.com)**. **Venue**: Taking place on the grass outside space in St James' Catholic High School, Great Strand, Colindale, London, NW9 5PE. Follow the directions in the 'How to finds' poster attached to the event page. **Dance tents confirmed:** 1. Salsa 2. Bachata 3. Kizomba 4. Bollywood 5. Zumba & Dance Fitness 6. More to be confirmed This vibrant event brings people together to enjoy social dancing, great food, and family-friendly fun in the open air. Expect over 30+ stalls, food and drink vendors, activities for the kids, including face painting, and multiple dance tents where you can try different dance styles and join in the social dancing. No classes, no pressure — just great music, great people and a chance to move, connect and celebrate the community. **NOTE**: If the weather is bad/raining, rather than cancel the event, we will reschedule the event to a new date of Sunday 7th June. We will then notify all ticket holders via email. no later than 9pm on Friday 29th May 2026. To help us to continue running these Dancing in the Park events and invest in better equipment, there are two ways you can help/donate: 1. Whilst getting yourself a FREE ticket **[HERE](https://www.tickettailor.com/events/colindalesalsabachatafitnessnwlondon)** please donate what you can 2. You can donate directly on our GoFundMe link **[HERE](https://gofund.me/0e1dff63)** **Useful links:** * Click **[HERE](https://dancinginthepark.mystrikingly.com/faqs)** to read Dancing in the Park FAQs * Click **[HERE](https://blgonline.typeform.com/ditpapply)** to apply to have a stall or space as a stallholder, food/drinks vendor * Click **[HERE](https://blgonline.typeform.com/ditpvolunteer)** to register your interest to get involved as a volunteer Questions? Contact 07950268600

Beautiful people and fellow Spritz lovers 🍊, Saturday 30 May we’re back at Rex Cross for another Apericena Italiano Night in the heart of King’s Cross 🍊🇮🇹 A relaxed and super social Saturday evening with cocktails, Italian food and lots of new people 🍸✨ Perfect if you want something different from the usual pub night 👀 🍽 **FREE ITALIAN BUFFET** (6:30PM – 8:00PM) Italian appetizers served during the evening — ideal to share over drinks, conversations and good vibes 🍷 🍸 **ENTRY & DRINKS** • £15 entry (includes first drink + free buffet) • £10 from the second drink onwards 🍊 Aperitivo atmosphere, cocktails and friendly people — exactly how Saturday night should start ✨ 🐶 Pet friendly — your two-legged and four-legged friends are welcome 🐾 📍 Rex Cross Restaurant & Cocktail Bar 44–46 Caledonia Road London N1 9DT 🚇 King’s Cross 📅 Saturday 30 May 🕕 Entry from 6:00PM to 10PM 🍽 Buffet from 6:30PM to 8:00PM ✨ International crowd, relaxed atmosphere and lots of new connections 👉 To join, sign up or message me directly Daniele 📲 07733 273626

Join us for a deliciously fun time at our Cheese Club! Each meeting is all about discovering new cheeses, exploring creative pairings, and enjoying great conversations. Parents, take a break and unwind in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Our Cheese Club is designed for families or parents to connect, learn about the world of cheese, and bond with other families. Every Saturday, 11.00am-12.00pm Silas: +44 7719 733103

**Hostess: Layla** \*This event is a collaboration with other groups and social networks and it will be well attended \*To attend this event you need to buy a ticket from [https://www.fatsoma.com/e/avr6zd42/slow-dating-37-54-in-shoreditch-happy-hour](https://www.fatsoma.com/e/avr6zd42/slow-dating-37-54-in-shoreditch-happy-hour) Age range: 37-54 ( as a general guide) Join us for a fun and relaxed night of a slow dating and socialising in Shoreditch! Αre you finding 4 mins too little time to decide if you wish to meet the other person again or not? Don't worry, come slow dating and have 6-8 minutes dates! Speak with 10-15 people of the opposite sex for 6-8 mins each then select who you like and leave with the contact details of some potential lovers! After the slow dating we stay for socialising so you speak more to the people who you like! The next day you will receive the contact details\* of your mutual matches (people you have selected and they have selected you back) at your e-mail! We don't send you to date in a online platform...We send you to date in real life with confidence!  We run speed and slow dating events for more than a decade now and we are proud to say that they actually work! People that meet in our dating events date after, some make long term relationships, and some move together and we even had some marriages ! If this is your first time attending a slow dating there is nothing to worry about , we will be there to welcome you, put you at ease and explain you the process. Simmons Shoreditch is a quirky cocktail bar, famed for its rogue aesthetic, bringing an off-kilter addition to the streets of the East. Just off Shoreditch High Street. Blaring neons, skull disco balls and waltzer-style booths all add to the charm! The program of the night is 5:30-6:00 Registration 6:00pm-6:45pm First session of the Slow Dating 6:45pm-7:00pm Break-Socialising 7:00pm-7:45 pm Second session of Slow Dating 7:45pm Speed Dating finishes and Socialising starts How to find us: Just come inside and ask for Marianna's Speed Dating / Layla. Any issue on the night feel free to call Layla: 07377544606 For general inquires or difficulties with your ticket booking feel free to e-mail us at benetoupromotions@gmail.com or call Marianna on: 07949526733 \* By participating to the event you agree to have your details that you submitted to us passed to your mutual matches ( people that you will select on the form that will be given to you during the event and they will select you back). \*Our company is registered with ICO. so you contact details are safe with us Please Note: -Tickets need to be bought online and are not available at the door -Dress code: Elegant/Smart/Office Attire/Smart Casual ( Smart jeans are alright but ripped jeans, t-shirts, hoodies, sportwear, sportshoes or trainers are not allowed) -A valid proof of ID (Passport, Driving License, or National ID) is required upon arrival independently of the age for security reasons

Join us as we get together to see the top-reviewed comedy-drama, I LOVE BOOSTERS! The film comes from writer/director Boots Riley and follows a group of shoplifters who take aim at a cutthroat fashion maven. Here are details, trailers and our plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: The film follows a group of shoplifters who take aim at a cutthroat fashion maven. It is written/directed by Boots Riley (Sorry to Bother You) and stars Keke Palmer, Naomi Ackie, Taylour Paige, Poppy Liu, Eiza González, LaKeith Stanfield, Will Poulter, Don Cheadle, and Demi Moore. BUZZ AND ACCLAIM: I Love Boosters was the opening film at this year’s SXSW Festival and premiered to rave reviews! It is currently earning a tremendous 97% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes where critics call it, “an unexpected celebration of friendship, community, and solidarity.” Others call the film “an exercise in radical empathy,” a “masterful” and “optimistic” film designed to “provoke discussion” while making the audience laugh. TRAILER: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r4lPRISgr9c](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r4lPRISgr9c) SUMMER OF ICE CREAM: GRAETER’S! Established way back in 1870 in Cincinnati, this historic, family-owned brand is famous for their delicious small batch ice cream and any chocolate chunk flavors! They are currently the only commercial ice cream maker using the French Pot method that they’ve been using since they first opened! Plus, those chocolate chunks, oh my goodness! Vegan options are available. PLAN: Details for this event have just been confirmed! We got a later than usual showtime, so we’ll go with ice cream BEFORE the show! Here’s the plan: Meet at Graeter’s at 6:30pm for a pre-show sweet treat! Then, get ready for a fun and wild one! Purchase your ticket for the 7:30pm showing and meet in the lobby area between 7:10 and 7:20pm. Advance ticket purchase not required but be sure to mention you’re with the Movie Group for admission and concession discounts! Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

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/

A cookie covered in creamy frosting can brighten anyone’s day! National Frosted Cookie Day is all about that simple joy. **DETAILS:** We'll celebrate the occasion by visiting Cheryl's Cookies headqtrs. cookie shop, trying to decide which seasonal treats to choose! **NEXT:** we'll head west on Polaris Pkwy to Bonefish Grill for Happy Hour eats n drinks. We can share our sweet finds for dessert... *In a busy world, National Frosted Cookie Day offers a little sweetness that reminds us to slow down and enjoy the moment.*

Join us as we get together to see Paul Rudd in the latest comedy-drama-musical from John Carney, POWER BALLAD! The film follows a washed-up wedding singer, a fading boy band singer and a stolen hit song. Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: Rick, a washed-up wedding singer, and Danny, a fading boy band star, bond over music and a late-night jam session. When Danny turns Rick's song into a hit, Rick sets out to reclaim the recognition he believes he deserves. Power Ballad is written/directed by John Carney, the master of the modern musical and creative mind behind Once, Begin Again and Sing Street! It stars Paul Rudd, Nick Jonas, Peter McDonald, Marcella Plunkett, Havana Rose Liu and Jack Reynor. BUZZ & ACCLAIM: The film premiered to rave reviews at this year’s Dublin International Film Festival where critics call it “a sure-fired crowd-pleaser” that “just might be the feel-good hit of the year!” Others say, “Paul Rudd delivers a career-best performance in this charmer” that’s both “hilarious and deeply moving." The film continues John Carney’s “long run of success with yet another charmer” and “a sharp, hopeful crowd-pleaser that strikes the right notes!” SUMMER OF ICE CREAM, VOL 2: SHAKE NO. 8! Ranked the #1 Ice Cream Shop in Columbus, this is a perfect early stop on our Summer of Ice Cream! Their menu uses made-from-scratch recipes in an array of traditional, specialty and vegan shakes, hot cocoa, crepes, waffle sticks, specialty coffee & espresso, and more! Their specialty shakes are as delicious as they are over-the-top and they offer an extensive vegan menu! You can check out their full menu here: [https://www.shakeno8.com/menu.php](https://www.shakeno8.com/menu.php) PLAN: Please purchase your ticket for the 6:45pm showing and we’ll meet in the upstairs lobby between 6:25 and 6:35pm! Advance ticket purchase is advised for this opening night showing! Once you have yours, please list your seat number in the Comments section of this event. We'll head to nearby Shake No. 8 immediately following the show! Should be a fun one, Dan

Happy Birthday to all June birthday people! I put this on the schedule because it's my birthday month, and this is my favorite place; it's also Dave Koczur's (MAFIA meetup leader) birthday on June 8; if you who are reading this have a June birthday as well, tell us in the Comments! For anyone off work or with a flexible schedule, come to Pistachio Vera in German Village for a tea and pastry. We will try to get a table outside. If convenient, you could put a fold up chair in your car in case we can all sit outside but we run out of chairs. https://www.pistaciavera.com/

Who’s up for a pizza night at the highly requested Pizza House? 🍕🍻 Join us at for great pizza, good laughs, and even better company! Come hungry and ready for a cheesy good time.