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# 🎾 Pickleball + Contrast Therapy Afternoon (Markham) **📅 Date & Time:** **Friday, September 19th, 2:00–5:00 PM** **📍 Location:** Athlete Hub – Ronin/MyAthlete.io, **217 Idema Rd., Markham (Steeles & Woodbine)** **💲 Cost:** $25 per player (save $5 with promo code below) *** ### 👋 About the Event Join us for a unique **3-hour sports & recovery experience** at our Markham gym. * **2 hours of Pickleball** (rotating doubles on 2 courts, max 16 players) * **1 hour of Contrast Therapy** (cold plunge + heat cycle, guided recovery) * **Recovery tools throughout the session** — compression boots, red light therapy, and massage guns available during off-court breaks * Don’t want to get paired randomly? No problem — bring a friend and you can play together! This is not just a drop-in — it’s a chance to **play, recover, and connect** with other athletes in the community. *** ### 🏓 Format * 16 players max → 8 per court * Rotating doubles every \~15 minutes * Everyone gets 6–8 matches across 2 hours * While off court → access recovery stations (compression boots, red light, massage gun) * 1-hour contrast therapy block: * Wave 1 (8 players) → Cold plunge → Heat station → Lounge (\~25 min) * Wave 2 (8 players) → Same cycle (\~25 min) * Social hangout in lounge to finish *** ### ✅ What’s Included * Guaranteed pickleball play (2 hours, rotating format) * Pro-style contrast therapy session (cold + heat cycle) * On-court recovery tools during breaks (compression boots, red light, massage guns) * **Towels provided** * Light refreshments *** ### 📌 What to Bring * Paddle (if you have one — extras available) * Court shoes + comfortable clothes * **Bathing suit + toiletries** (for contrast therapy) * Water bottle * **Bring a friend!** If you’d like, you can register with a partner to guarantee you play together during the pickleball rotations. *** ### 💲 How to Register This event is limited to **16 players only**. To confirm your spot: 1. RSVP here on Meetup 2. **Register & pay** on **[MyAthlete.io](https://myathlete.io/org_profile/1757696830905x685739735532699600)** 3. Buy a **Trial** and use promo code **MEETUP20** at checkout to save $5 for your first time. ⚠️ Meetup RSVP alone does *not* guarantee your spot — registration must be completed on MyAthlete.io.

We're doing a mini event to draw the lucky winners of our tombola! The festive season is in full swing, and we’re celebrating with a burst of holiday cheer at the RAID Gallery & Café. Join us on **Monday, December 22, from 12 PM** until late, as we draw the lucky winners of our **Christmas Tombola**. Will you be the one to unwrap a RAID Book Bundle stacked with incredible indie comics? Or perhaps you’ll take home our coveted Coffee Card — the gift that keeps you warm all winter long. But that’s not all. To make this holiday afternoon extra special, all participants will enjoy: • Fresh tiramisu cups (made in-house) • Hot apple cider • Freshly baked calzoni Expect a warm, community-focused gathering with good food, good company, and a touch of suspense as we reveal who the Fates have chosen this year.  And while you're here enjoying the holiday atmosphere with us, take a moment to explore our current exhibition by our CEO extraordinaire and creative director Ramón Pérez: ***GLIMMERS***! *Glimmers* is an intimate collection of pen-and-ink illustrations by award-winning artist Ramón Pérez, celebrating the quiet, luminous moments that make up a life. Through a series of elegantly rendered feminine vignettes — reading on a sun-splashed beach, enjoying a cup of up of tea on a winter day, or simply enjoying a glass of wine — Pérez distills the beauty found in pause, presence, and personal ritual. Executed with his signature line work and a sensitivity to gesture and mood, these drawings capture not grand narratives but the subtle sparks of everyday existence — the fleeting, tender instants that reveal who we are when the world falls away. *Glimmers* invites viewers to slow down, look closer, and find resonance in the small, soft, universal rhythms of being.  We’re looking forward to spending a cozy afternoon together: drawing names, sharing good food, and giving you a first look at *GLIMMERS*. Whether you’re here for the raffle, the art, or just the company, we hope you’ll linger, explore, and enjoy a moment of calm in the middle of the holiday rush. Consider this our way of ending the year with warmth, creativity, and a little bit of magic

Join us as we get into the holiday spirit! Let's decorate and personalize our very own ornaments. Show them off at home or use as a heartfelt gift. All supplies provided, light refreshments will be available.

This is a 2-month weekly event series where we get together online, work on our goals and work on distraction-free output. Whether you are creating your own app, creating a youtube channel and need to get distraction free editing done, or if its learning a new language. Join our 2 hour focused productivity session where we try to all get together and work on our long term side hustles, projects, and goals. This is a judgement free zone!

Interested in the unseen? Looking to be initiated? Wanting to learn more about Tarot, I Ching, and other forms of divination? Same! Join us during Mystical Mondays at Say Hey House :) Every week will be a new theme/topic of discussion. Activities will operate on a rotating basis and include, but not be limited to: Shadow work exercises, Tarot study (history, symbolism, readings), Divination & Interpretation, Earth magic, Mindfulness & meditation. Light refreshments included. Participation by donation only. Recommended donation of $5/week.

⚠️English Guidance below ⚠️ 🇯🇵 日本語 × 英語のカジュアル言語交換イベント🇨🇦 日本人と英語話者が数人ずつのグループを組み、フレンドリーでカジュアルな雰囲気の中で会話を楽しむイベントです。 気軽にお友達を作りたい方、リラックスした環境で語学を練習したい方にぴったり！ 参加費： たったの 5ドル 支払い： 「当日」現金または e-transfer 🌿イベントホストに声をかけてお支払いください。お席にご案内します。 📝 Japanish ルール みんなが安心して楽しく参加できるよう、以下のルールを設けています。 ルールを守れない場合は、グループから退会となります。 1. キャンセルポリシー 参加できない場合は、必ず「不参加（Not going）」に変更してください。2回続けてNo showの場合は、退会となります。 2. 他の参加者への配慮 ・場の雰囲気を壊すような発言（セクハラ・侮辱・差別的な発言・勧誘など）は禁止です。 ・軽いタッチや同意のないハグなど、あらゆるハラスメント行為を禁止します。 3. ホストの指示に従うこと ・指定された席に着席し、勝手な席移動はご遠慮ください。 ・イベントをスムーズに進行できるよう、ご協力をお願いします。 ・デートイベントではありません。そのため、特定の人を「話したい」と指定することはできません。 ⚠️ただし、話したくない相手（NGパーソン）がいる場合は、ホストに気軽にご相談ください。 🤝 楽しく、安心できる空間をみんなで作りましょう！ 🇯🇵 Japanese × English Casual Language Exchange 🇨🇦 Join us for a friendly and casual language exchange where Japanese and English speakers form small groups and enjoy meaningful conversations together! It’s perfect for those who want to make new friends and practice languages in a relaxed, casual environment. Participation Fee: Just $5 Payment: Cash or e-transfer on the day of the event 🌿 Please find one of the event hosts to make your payment. They will help guide you to your seat. 📝 Japanish Rules To make sure everyone can enjoy the event safely and comfortably, please follow the rules below. Anyone who does not follow them may be removed from the group. 1. Cancellation Policy If you can’t attend, please make sure to change your RSVP to “Not going.” Two consecutive no-shows without notice may result in removal from the group. 2. Respect for Others • Any kind of inappropriate behavior such as harassment, discrimination, insults, or solicitation is strictly prohibited. • Please avoid any unwanted physical contact (e.g., touching, hugging without consent, etc.). 3. Follow Host Instructions • Please stay in your assigned seat and avoid moving around without permission. • Help the hosts keep the event running smoothly. • This is not a dating event, so please don’t request to talk to a specific person. ⚠️ However, if there’s someone you’d prefer not to talk to (NG person), feel free to let the host know privately. 🤝 Let’s create a safe, friendly, and enjoyable space together!

**Art isn’t always for professionals and perfectionists.** We have this event for pure fun, messy creativity and unexpected friendships. You can "play" art with friends or new connections, just like a team sport, and most importantly - have fun! **How It Works:** 1. Sketch your initial ideas on your canva 2. Swapping it with another participant. They’ll add something — colors, shapes, objects, animals… who knows? 3. This continues until everyone has contributed to every painting 4. Refine & add your final touches when getting the canva back **Why You’ll Love It:** 🎨 **Expect the Unexpected** You start your painting, then pass it on — and what comes back will surprise you! Bring your friends — the bigger the group, the wilder the masterpiece! 🌟 **All Levels Welcome** No art skills? No problem. This is all about stress-free fun. Just pick up a brush, paint something, and trust the people who follow! 🧽 **For** **Just $20 +Tax** **—** **All Materials Included** * One 9”x12” canvas per person (similar to A4 paper size) * All painting supplies (Acrylic paints, brushes, aprons, etc.) **Location:** 1 Rean Drive, North York **Schedule & Theme:** * Thursday\, August 14 \| 7:00–9:00 PM \| In the Cloud * Thursday\, August 21 \| 7:00–9:00 PM \| In the Jar **Other Details:** * Group size: 2 - 10 people * We’ll record the whole process and turn it into a fun short video to share the magic!

[[RESULTS](https://opavote.com/results/5108084758544384) of the poll for this event] ABCD Reads AND Watches "**Hamnet**", a novel by Maggie O'Farrell, and a theatrical release directed by Chloé Zhao. Join us for an outing to watch the just-released "Hamnet" movie: [ABCD Watches "Hamnet"](https://www.meetup.com/a-book-club-downtown-abcd/events/312075467/?eventOrigin=group_upcoming_events) **:: ABOUT THE BOOK ::** "Drawing on Maggie O'Farrell's long-term fascination with the little-known story behind Shakespeare's most enigmatic play, Hamnet is a luminous portrait of a marriage, at its heart the loss of a beloved child. Warwickshire in the 1580s. Agnes is a woman as feared as she is sought after for her unusual gifts. She settles with her husband in Henley street, Stratford, and has three children: a daughter, Susanna, and then twins, Hamnet and Judith. The boy, Hamnet, dies in 1596, aged eleven. Four years or so later, the husband writes a play called Hamlet. Award-winning author Maggie O'Farrell's new novel breathes full-blooded life into the story of a loss usually consigned to literary footnotes, and provides an unforgettable vindication of Agnes, a woman intriguingly absent from history." (from [Goodreads](https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/43890641-hamnet)) (NOTE: Some versions of the book carry the alternate title "**Hamnet & Judith**".) **:: ABOUT THE MOVIE ::** "In William Shakespeare’s day, the names Hamlet and Hamnet were interchangeable. The newest film by Chloé Zhao, director of TIFF ’20 People’s Choice Award winner Nomadland, also an Oscar winner, uses that context as the basis for a tender exploration of Shakespeare’s domestic life, connecting a family tragedy to one of his most famous works. Maybe we can better understand Hamlet, Zhao suggests, if we consider that it was developed while the most famous writer in the Western canon was mourning the death of his 11-year-old son, Hamnet. Based on the novel by Maggie O’Farrell, Hamnet’s main character isn’t The Bard — played here by an impressive Paul Mescal — or even the child who gives the film its name. Hamnet belongs to Agnes, Shakespeare’s thoughtful wife, played by an enthralling Jessie Buckley, who bathes the film in her warmth. Many historical accounts preface reports of Hamnet’s death with statistics about how common child mortality was in the 16th century, as though it barely made an impact. Hamnet rejects that premise, presenting Shakespeare not as a distant, untouchable genius but as a real man whose literary prowess was irrevocably impacted by his domestic life. Grief is a theme here, but Hamnet is not just a film about death. Like any family story, this one contains joy alongside sorrow." (from [TIFF.net](https://tiff.net/films/hamnet)) **:: ABOUT THE EVENT ::** Instead of just reading the book as usual, this time we're asking that you also watch the movie adaptation. During our discussion, we'll explore the strengths of both the book and the movie, evaluate the adaptation's effectiveness, and touch on any other topics that arise. You are welcome to arrive 30 minutes before the event and stay 30 minutes or longer afterward to connect with other attendees outside the book talk. Please ensure you have read the book and watched the movie before attending (though finishing either is not a barrier to participating, as long as you don't mind spoilers). First-time attendees can join for free. If the event is full, we maintain an unofficial waitlist. Please send [Michael](https://www.meetup.com/members/55295192/) a direct message for more information, in either case. We request a $3 contribution from regular attendees to help cover our monthly meetup costs. **:: ABOUT OUR NEXT READ&WATCH ::** At the end of each event, we will ask for nominees for our next Read & Watch (date TBA). If you have a good pairing in mind, please ensure that the book is between 200-400 pages long, available from the Toronto Public Library, and counts as contemporary literary fiction (though these are not hard and fast rules), and that the movie or TV-series is readily available. When enough nominees are collected, Michael will send the members a direct message with a link where you can vote.

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

Come and practice Shodo, the art of Japanese calligraphy! This workshop is lead by our very own Misaki, an award-winning calligrapher who has hosted many workshops in Japan. We'll provide everything you need to get started including brush pens and paper. **This time we will be making New Years greeting cards, called Nengajo. Make your own card to keep or to send to someone!** Location: CSI Spadina, located at 192 Spadina Ave. The closest intersection is Spadina & Dundas or Spadina & Queen. When you arrive at the building, the door will be locked but we will let you in. Please try to arrive on time - around 2:50ish. If you have any questions or concerns, please comment or DM us on here or on Instagram! Participation Fee: $15 per person, we take cash or card (credit/debit) at the event. Thanks and hope to see you there! \* このイベントはカナダ人向けなんですが日本人の方も歓迎です！カナダ人に日本の文化を教えましょう～参加費は５ドルで飲み物（お茶やコーヒー）を用意します。 Instagram: https://instagram.com/shoshinsha.japanese

Join us at The Socratic Convention for an engaging discussion on Epistemology. This event will delve into the hidden and mystical aspects of philosophy, guiding participants through ancient wisdom and spiritual truths. Our knowledgeable speakers will lead thought-provoking conversations, inviting attendees to ponder the mysteries of life, consciousness, and existence. Whether you are new to esoteric philosophy or a seasoned explorer, this meetup promises to expand your understanding of the universe and your place within it. Expand your mind and join us for an enlightening evening of esoteric exploration at The Socratic Convention.

**NEW EVENT!** **AUTHENTIC HERITAGE HOPPER TRAIN EXPERIENCE THROUGH MENNONITE FARM COUNTRY** **I HAVE RENTED A PRIVATE CABOOSE JUST FOR US AT A GROUP RATE OF ONLY $37.50 per person!** **AFTERWARDS ENJOY AN OPTIONAL COMFORT FOOD LUNCH AT A LOCAL MENNONITE RESTAURANT!** **FABULOUS DAY -HOPE YOU CAN JOIN ME!** Hi Everyone! **I have constantly been asked for more day trips and outings over the last few months - many our group want to see more of Ontario.** **So I am working on it for you! Also, bus trips which if you are new to the group have not experienced. I have done literally hundreds in the last 25 years. So here is to getting out more and making some new friends!** This is a fabulous new event- and space is extremely limited so book today! **ALL ABOARD! HERITAGE HOPPER AUTHENTIC TRAIN RIDE FROM WOOLRICH TOWNSHIP TO THROUGH TO WATERLOOÈS FAMOUS MENNONITE FARM COUNTRY.** **This train has been in service since the 1880s!!!** **Saturday June 14 12:00pm** **PLEASE BOOK AND PAY TODAY - The Private Caboose seating will not last!** You will have time to shop at the St Jacobs Market - Visit the Town of St. Jacobs and then Hop on the Waterloo Railroad for a train trip to Elmira. Join me for an optional lunch/dinner at Harvest Moon Family Restaurant in St Jacobs afterwards - fabulous comfort food!! Link below. [Harvest Moon Family Restaurant | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner | Parkside Dr, St. Jacobs, ON N0B 2N0, Canada](https://www.harvestmoonfamilyrestaurant.ca/) **Saturday June 14 12:00noon Free Market Parking** 1.5 Hours **A full email will be sent out June 1 with more info and cell phone.** **$37.50 per person including group train trip, their service fee and taxes!** **E TRANSFER PAYMENT PLEASE NOTE Do not change this password - THANK YOU!** **Security Question** **What day are we going?** **Security Answer** **Saturday** I have VERY VERY LIMITED SEATS for this - so please make sure you book and pay ASAP! Waterloo Central Railway is a heritage railway offering historic passenger train rides between St Jacobs and Elmire Operated by the Southern Ontario Locomotive Restoration Society (SOLRS), a not-for-profit, registered charitable organization. All ticket proceeds go to supporting operations and restoration programs that the volunteers complete at the restoration and maintenance facility in St. Jacobs. . Please use my office number at (905) 471 7843 if you need me before the trip or email me at leeann.jensen@sympatico.ca - during the event only use (416) 427 7843 - best to text. Please leave yourself lots of time to reach the location. There are no refunds but you can transfer your space or post to sell it or I will send out an email. JOIN ME FOR A FABULOUS DAY! MAKE SURE YOU BUY MY FAVOURITE - APPLE FRITTER!!! warm regards LeeAnn

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)

Step into 2026 with intention, clarity, and a creative practice designed to help you see yourself more clearly. In this special Confidence Lab session, we’ll explore confidence as something you can curate - through the choices you make, the qualities you amplify, and the story you choose to step into. We’ll start with a short guided reflection to surface the traits, habits, and energies you want to nurture in the coming year. Then, using collage materials selected specifically for this workshop, you’ll translate those insights into a visual composition that represents the version of yourself you’re ready to grow toward. This isn’t about resolutions or perfection. It’s about crafting a grounded, imaginative vision of your next chapter - one that feels honest, energizing, and fully yours. All materials are provided. Just bring yourself (and a friend) and a willingness to explore what confidence can look like for you in 2026. **Featured Partner: Columbus Collage Collective** The Columbus Collage Collective was started in August of 2023 by Emily Morgan (aka Lovely But Dead) and Douglas Cuckler (aka Wonder Doug) as a place for collage enthusiasts to gather and create art together. The collective has since become a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization with the mission to hold free or low-cost collage events across central Ohio. The CCC welcomes all artists of all backgrounds and skill levels and encourages folks to take this time to step away from everyday existence and create art with people who share a love for this dynamic art form. All materials—magazines, scissors, craft knives, glue, paper, cardboard, and more—are provided, so there's no need to bring anything at all (though you're welcome to bring a friend or a favorite tool if you'd like!). We also encourage folks to take home magazines and materials from our events to support continued creativity! Find us on Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/columbuscollagecollective/](https://www.instagram.com/columbuscollagecollective/) Register or sign up for the newsletter at [https://www.columbuscollagecollective.com/](https://www.columbuscollagecollective.com/) **What is Confidence Lab?** Confidence Lab is a monthly community experience for bold, thoughtful leaders building confidence from the inside out. Whether you’re launching a business, leading a team, navigating change, or simply striving to show up more fully—you belong here. Our work demands clarity, courage, and conviction—but the pace of daily life can erode our sense of self. Confidence Lab creates space to reflect, reconnect, and grow with others doing purpose-driven work. It’s designed for entrepreneurs, nonprofit leaders, creatives, corporate professionals, activists, and anyone ready to lead with authenticity and impact. ***Please note:*** *All are welcome! If cost is a concern, please use promo code PUBLIC to access a free ticket—we want you to join us.*

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! 📖

**In January we will be making vision boards with magazine collage supplies, stickers, paper, and more! All supplies are provided, seats are limited! Come As you are, when you can; hope to see you there!**

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.

Join us for lunch at True Food Kitchen in Easton as we celebrate the New Year and our friendships!