Community Organizations
Meet with others in your local area interested in coming together to act in common interest for the places you hold dear. Community Organizations are centered on a specific place or locality and bring people together to create a base of concerned citizens, to mobilize community members to act, and to develop leadership from and relationships among the people involved. Whether you're part of a neighborhood association, a local planning council, a community watch group, a historic preservation society, or another group focused on preserving, improving, developing, and enhancing a specific area, join in!
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Build Life off Values
Join the Melbourne TED Talk Community for an engaging session and meet people who like being an ideator, who want to bring their voice to a larger community. In contrast to a typical public speaking training event, where you receive feedback on your "Um", "uh", "ah", "er", "hmm" and the way you present, this goes beyond that.
**The objective of this community is to get inspired by some of the best ideas serving humanity, find your own calling and voice, be an ideator, and share your ideas clearly and persuasively.**
The talk we will play is one of the amazing talks from the TED Library. In this session, we will delve deeper into the topic and gain perspective, and learn from each other. Be prepared to network, engage in meaningful conversations, and embark on a journey of professional development and leadership growth.
**Mark your calendars and don't miss this opportunity to refine your public speaking abilities with the Melbourne TED Talk Community!**
**TED Talk link to watch together:**
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5hnHqorD1v4
**Agenda (as a guide)**
6.00 PM Registration
6.10 PM Introduction by Attendees
6.25 PM 5 min talk by Organisers (optional)
6.30 PM Breakout session (Group / Individual) based on topic
6.45 PM Individual / Group shares their takeaways
6.50 PM Practice the Art of Public Speaking - 2-3 talks of 2.5 minutes
7.15 PM Feedback to the Presenters and overall session
7.20 PM Event Concludes & floor opens for Networking
**Fees: The event has a $5 contribution towards hiring the room and Audiovisual. This can be paid through PayPal at the time of registration.**
Looking forward to seeing you there.
The Organisers
Raj
Parkville Toastmasters Meeting - a great place to develop your public speaking
At Parkville Toastmasters we are all about helping you to develop the skills and confidence you need to effectively express yourself in any situation. You can prepare for the next big presentation at work, for a job interview or just generally work on your confidence in communicating with others. Progressing through the sessions at your own pace, Toastmasters is the most effective, enjoyable and affordable way of gaining great communication and leadership skills. Our members are from various backgrounds, including students, professionals and retirees and we welcome all members of the community to visit and join our club. Guests will have the opportunity to participate in the improvised speaking parts of the meeting. Guests will get to watch members of all levels of speaking experience talk. Only club members can give prepared speeches as these are projects assigned by Toastmasters to help members achieve their speaking goals. Dress in comfortable clothes and bring that smile you love to share. It's important to know that Members of this Meetup are not automatically members of the club. Meetup refers to people who belong to the Parkville Toastmasters Meetup group as 'members,' but from a Toastmasters point of view, people are only members if they've paid their club dues. For further details of the club, how to get there etc, please visit our website: https://parkvilletoastmasters.org.au/ or have a look at our Facebook Page to see what we get up to: https://www.facebook.com/parkvilletoastmastersmelbourne/
Maccabi Toastmasters - welcoming public speaking group
**Would you like to improve at public speaking, in a fun, supportive environment?**
Come along to Toastmasters to learn how to write and deliver speeches, and have fun doing it!
Please visit [www.maccabitoastmasters.org.au](http://www.maccabitoastmasters.org.au/) and register your interest to attend in person via the **Contact Us** tab on the webpage.
We kindly ask that you arrive on time to avoid any disruption to the meeting.
**About Maccabi Toastmasters**
Maccabi Toastmasters encourages people of all ages and backgrounds to overcome public speaking nerves and to become confident and accomplished speakers!
* Would you like to improve your public speaking and presentation skills for work or school?
* How about overcoming the anxiety and challenge of providing constructive feedback and performance evaluations at work?
* Maybe you're looking to change jobs and would like to brush up on your communication skills and really impress the interviewer?
* Are you feeling anxious about an up-and-coming speech you have to give at a special event? A Birthday, Wedding, Anniversary, Bar Mitzvah/Bat Mitzvah, Engagement Party or Corporate function?
* Would you like to improve leadership skills?
* Maybe you're just looking to have fun by sharing your thoughts and stories in a entertaining and friendly social environment?
If you answered YES or MAYBE to any of the above, then you've found the right club!
Join us at our next meeting and see how friendly and entertaining our club is. Just come along and have some fun!
**What to know before attending a meeting**
Please **visit www.maccabitoastmasters.org.au/directions.html** for meeting information and directions.
Our website is a great starting place to find out more about the club and what to expect when attending your first meeting.
To assist us in running the meetings smoothly, we kindly ask you register your interest at least one day before attending.
Please note that video recording of the meeting or speaker is not allowed, with exception granted only by written permission from the club executive committee.
[FREE]Language exchange! Make friends & practice EnglishđŚđşđŹđ§đŤđˇđŻđľđŽđłđŤđˇ
**Every Wednesday and Friday!** (Friday starts on 4th Oct!)
**đŁIMPORTANTđŁ:** registrations are essential! Attendees that have not registered will be charged $5 to enter. For FREE entry, get your membership below:
[https://bit.ly/LanguageExchangeRegistration](https://bit.ly/LanguageExchangeRegistration)
**== Find someone to practice with before the event ==**
(Optional:) post the language you're learning (and teaching language) in the comments so the right people can connect with you. E.g. a comment like: "#learnFrench #teachEnglish seeyou all soon :-)".
**Overview:**
Every week, over 150 people from 23+ countries meet at out language exchange to practice a new language and make new friends over a beer.đť
The first thing you will notice when you go to New To Melbourne is the great community atmosphere; people in our group are friendly and helpful and always welcoming of new group members. I hope you can bring a friend and join us for some language practice :-)
Our language exchange is free and runs every We3ednesday night, there's cheap food & drinks if you arrive at 6pm and want some dinner ;-)đťđ
**If you want to attend:**
Event cost: **FREE**! (you must register for free entry: [https://bit.ly/LanguageExchangeRegistration](https://bit.ly/LanguageExchangeRegistration))
**First Time? / What is a language exchange?**
If you've never been to a language exchange (many people haven't) we wrote an article for first timers (based on our 8+ years of running language exchanges). It's a comprehensive article and well worth reading:
[https://bit.ly/firstTimeAtTheLanguageExchange](https://bit.ly/firstTimeAtTheLanguageExchange)
**===== EVENT FORMAT =====**
When you arrive, you receive a badge with your native language and the languages you would like to learn. Place them on your chest with your native language on the right and other languages you are learning on the left. Then go meet people and exchange languages!
What to bring: Pen and Paper and good vibes!
Age Group: 18+
**===== FREE BEER AND PIZZA FOR FRIENDLY VOLUNTEERS! =====**
We're looking for friendly volunteers who want to help out and welcome newcomers to the group. We provide free beer/drinks and food (pizza wedges etc) and a friendly team of other volunteers to hang out with. If it's your first time at the event, you're welcome to applt - our volunteers are often newcomers too :-)
To find out more about volunteering at our language exchange, please see the link below:
[https://bit.ly/NTM-Lang-Exchange-volunteering](https://bit.ly/NTM-Lang-Exchange-volunteering)
**===== Group Rules =====**
We pride ourselves on running events where people feel safe and open to making new friends. To protect our group members, we have several rules in place:
1\. This is \*not\* a dating group\, please do not ask for people's numbers / socials\. Contact them via the meetup\.com private chat if you want to get in touch\.
2\. Please do not advertise other groups / events / tours on this page or to this groups attendees during / after events\.
3\. Please do not advertise products and services \(e\.g\. MLM / mentorship\)\. Please do not ask our attendees to complete surveys\.
4\. Please do not add people to wechat / whatsapp groups\.
By join our group or attending our events, you agree to these rules. If you attend an event and someone is breaking these rules, you can speak to the host if you wish.
**===== MENUđ =====**
The management gave us a special menu with some cheap eats :-)đ This section will be updated soon.
**===== NEW TO MELBOURNE! =====**
This event is run by New to Melbourne! We run fun and affordable event for people mostly between 18-35 including: international students, backpackers and even some locals :-)
To get notifications about upcoming events, click the subscribe button on our events page here:
**www.facebook.com/NewToMelb/events**
You can follow us here:
Facebook: **https://www.facebook.com/NewToMelb**
Instagram: **https://www.instagram.com/Newtomelbourne**
Seeyou soon! :-)
Community Organizations Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
đ Coffee Mingle in Fitzroy Gardens âď¸đ§đĽ¤đď¸
**Want to meet new people in an inclusive and welcoming space?** đ¤
Letâs make the most of the sunnier days and gather for an afternoon coffee in **Fitzroy Gardens**. đ¸
We will gather just outside the **Kere Kere Green Cafe & Visitors Centre** in large grassy area (to the left of the building when you are facing the entrance). You can go inside the cafe any time before or during the event to purchase a coffee and/or some yummy snacks. Please feel free to bring a picnic blanket if you prefer to sit down, but I find that standing allows you a bit more freedom to move around and mingle.
And mingle we shall!
This is a great opportunity to socialise with other attendees who all there for the same reason as you: to have conversations and meet new people! If it's your first time and you're a bit shy, feel free to find me (Annette) and say hello and I will help you on your way. đ¤
If it happens to be a bit rainy or drizzly we can use the sheltered section in front of the cafe entrance. Please note that in the event of extreme weather (eg. lots of rain, strong winds) this event will be postponed, so please check for any updates (in the comments section of the event page) prior to the event.
**Location & Directions:** We will be located in the grassy area left of the Kere Kere Green Cafe & Visitors Centre, under the large tree. If you haven't been to this event before, its best to use the map provided on this page (click on it to open in your apps) to find the location. Otherwise you can manually type 'KereKere Green' into your Google maps. The other landmark to look out for is 'Cook's Cottage' which you can see in the background of the photo I have uploaded.
**Parking advice:** There is metered parking on the surrounding streets but hard to find a free spot on weekends. You can try your luck getting a 2hr free spot on the streets coming off Clarendon St. But, I would highly recommend catching a tram there rather than driving.
See you all there!
Check us out on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/melbourne_mingle) or [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567494869532) đ
[FREE] Thursday Language Exchange & Social at La Di Da
**ââď¸**Welcome to our Thursday Social + language âexchange meetup. Meet people from many countries and make new friends.
We are at 577 Little Bourke Street, LA Di Da.
We always have between 250 - 300 people attending our Thursday event since this event is listed in 3 different meetup groups. Some people come early some come late, best time is between 6pm to 9pm.
This is a great opportunity to learn to speak English with native and non-native speakers. Many English speakers, Europeans, Chinese, Japanese, Koreans, and other Asians attend our fun and friendly party.
It is suitable for international students, working holiday people, professional ex-pats, and local Australians.
Find more info; [https://instagram.com/Linguas.AU](https://instagram.com/Linguas.AU)
or @Linguas.AU
How To Flow Through Group Conversations When You're Anxious
đ **How To** **Be A Social Butterfly And...**
### *Practice Group Conversations the Neurodivergent Way!!*
Do you ever watch people effortlessly move between groups at events and wonder how they do it?
Do you want to feel confident joining conversations, adding thoughtful insights, and creating real connection without forcing yourself to perform?
This session is a practice lab for learning how to navigate groups with awareness, curiosity, and genuine presence.
***
đŹ **What This Session Is About**
In many social spaces the real skill is not talking more. The real skill is **listening deeply and adding value at the right moment**.
In this workshop we explore how to become the kind of person who can enter conversations naturally, understand what people are really talking about, and contribute something meaningful.
This workshop helps you practise:
⢠listening to the context of a conversation before speaking
⢠noticing what people might be missing, needing, or feeling
⢠adding thoughtful insight at the right moment
⢠asking powerful questions that deepen the discussion
⢠recognising whether a group needs ideas, empathy, energy, or curiosity
When you listen carefully enough, what you say can land in a way that makes people pause and think
"That was thoughtful. I never considered that before."
***
đ§ **The Real Secret of Working a Room**
Many people believe social success in groups comes from talking about themselves or trying to impress others.
In reality the opposite is true.
People remember the person who **added value** to the conversation.
Sometimes that value is an idea.
Sometimes it is a thoughtful question.
Sometimes it is simply recognising and validating the emotion behind what someone is sharing.
We will practise learning to notice:
⢠what people are talking about intellectually
⢠what emotions might be underneath the conversation
⢠when someone might need empathy and space
⢠when someone might want energetic discussion and ideas
Different groups need different things. The skill is learning to sense what will help the most.
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đ **How the Session Runs**
The meetup is divided into two practical phases.
***\-\-\-\-\-\-First half: spontaneous mingling practice\-\-\-\-\-\-***
Participants will move between small groups and practise:
⢠listening in before speaking
⢠understanding the context of the discussion
⢠contributing thoughtfully at the right moment
⢠experimenting with adding value to different conversations
This is about observing group dynamics and learning what people might actually need in that moment.
***\-\-\-\-\-\-Second half: intentional group navigation\-\-\-\-\-\-***
In the second phase we practise approaching groups with intention.
You might enter a group with a simple internal goal such as:
⢠learning something about a topic
⢠contributing helpful insight
⢠building a meaningful connection
⢠supporting someone who seems unheard
But the key principle is this:
* **you pursue the goal by giving value rather than trying to take something.**
When people feel that you are trying to extract attention, approval, or connection, the interaction often feels draining.
When people feel that you are offering curiosity, attention, insight, or encouragement, the interaction becomes energising.
Your focus becomes listen carefully understand what might help and offer that freely without expecting anything in return.
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đą **What You Will Practise**
⢠joining conversations in a natural, respectful way
⢠reading group dynamics and energy
⢠deciding when to contribute and when to listen
⢠asking questions that deepen discussion
⢠recognising when a group values empathy versus ideas
⢠moving between groups without feeling awkward
⢠adding genuine value to conversations
You will begin to notice that when you read people accurately and contribute something meaningful, their energy changes.
They lean in.
They become more animated.
They remember you.
Real connections start to form because **you helped bring the conversation to life.**
***
đ **A Note From the Facilitator**
As an autistic and neurodivergent coach I once found group conversations extremely confusing.
Through years of practice in recruitment, interviewing, social events, friendships, and coaching, I realised that group interaction is not a personality trait.
It is a learnable skill.
This session is about experimenting, observing, and practising that skill together in a supportive environment.
Progress matters more than perfection.
If by the end of the evening you understand a little more about how to listen, add value, and navigate groups with confidence, that is a meaningful step forward.
***
đ **Before and After**
You will be invited to optionally share:
⢠what feels hardest about group conversations
⢠what situations tend to overwhelm you socially
⢠what kind of interactions you would love to feel more confident in
At the end we will gather feedback so future sessions can evolve based on what participants actually find most helpful.
The goal is not to perform. The goal is to **learn how to bring energy, curiosity, and value into the spaces you enter.**
* ***And when you do that, people remember you for it.....***
***No more dead end numbers and contact cards....***
***Stoke real connection, with real skills and practice.***
Garden Walk & Music Under the Stars
Take a break from the busy week and join us for a relaxing evening of nature, connection, and music in Melbourne. Slow down, meet new people, and enjoy the city together as the sun sets. đżâ¨
**Highlights & Activities**
đ§ş **Picnic & light snacks** at Royal Botanic Gardens (4:30â5:30 PM)
đś **Mindfulness walk** through the beautiful gardens
đ **City stroll** together towards Federation Square
đś **Free outdoor opera concert** at Fed Square (6:30â8:00 PM)
**Bring along:**
𼨠Snacks to share
đ§ Water bottle
đ§ş Picnic mat or blanket (optional)
A simple and relaxing social evening to enjoy nature, good conversations, and live music. Come unwind with us!
⨠**Bondaroo** **Community Rules** â¨
* This is a rain-or-shine event.
* 18+ only.
* Maintain respect and no unsolicited contact.
* No advertising and selling during the event.
* Adherence to the liability waiver is mandatory: [Read here](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hKqVIMcXMFdzvpjqO3KRf_uQ5xAzd-jt/view?usp=sharing)
* By attending this event, you are consent to our media policy: [Read here](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rgNOcewZs-tKYUEBt3gV84hob1HdDXydjrGf_tEiXjQ/edit?usp=sharing)
Open Air Disco - Coburg Lake Reserve
Dance under the sky at Open Air Disco in Coburg Lake Reserve â feel-good grooves, community vibes & sunset magic.
**What to expect**
Open Air Disco is a joyful outdoor dance gathering at Coburg Lake Reserve, designed for music lovers who want to move, connect, and enjoy great tunes in a relaxed, welcoming space.
Expect an uplifting soundtrack of disco, soul, funky classics and feel-good grooves â the kind of music that keeps you dancing without pressure or pretence. This isnât a hard nightclub vibe; itâs a friendly, community-focused atmosphere where everyone is welcome.
Bring a picnic rug, bring friends (or come solo and meet new ones), enjoy the park setting, and let the music carry you from chilled afternoon energy into a vibrant open-air dancefloor.
Whether you stay for an hour or the whole session, Open Air Disco is about simple things done well: good music, open skies, and shared moments on the dancefloor.
DJ SLD curates crate digging, genre-blending, groove-driven, non-mainstream sets.
A Melbourne based DJ with over 30 years of experience behind the decks, he is dedicated to all things funky â where classic records meet modern reworks, warped edits meet timeless vocals, and every mix is built to create atmosphere, not just noise. Expect smooth transitions, slow jams, late-night energy, and a playful touch of personality woven through sophisticated, dancefloor-ready selections.
Sunday Meditation | Community Building | Connection | Meet New People
⨠**Do you want to...**
* đŤśđ˝ Connect with like-minded people in your local community?
* đđ˝ââď¸ Meet others who are passionate about growing, uplifting themselves, and supporting others?
* đ Share insights from your personal journey (or simply listen and learn)?
* đ§đźââď¸ Experience a simple yet powerful meditation practice to find calm and clarity?
Or maybe you just want to...
âŽď¸đâŻď¸ **Spend your Sunday evening in a peaceful, zen space and meet some amazing new people?**
***
### **Join us on Sundays!**
Letâs come together, share positive energy, and build a warm, supportive local community.
**Bring a friend (or two!) and letâs connect.**
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### **Whatâs on the eveningâs flow?**
* **Open meet & greet** â connect and settle in
* **Sharing circle** (totally optional!) â share your thoughts or simply listen
* **20-30 min guided meditation** â for relaxation and deeper connection
***
### **Everyone is welcome!**
All ages (with guardians for under 18), backgrounds, genders, and experiences â no meditation experience needed.
The event runs for about **2.5 hours**, but youâre free to come and go as you need.
***
### **What to bring?**
* **Donation:** A contribution of **$10 or more is recommended**.
Your donations directly help us cover venue costs, provide resources, and keep this meditation community alive and growing.
* **Warm jumper/jacket** (just in case!)
* **Water**
* **Any books/resources/inspiration youâd love to share**
***
### **Where?**
đ **250 George St, Fitzroy VIC 3065**
Enter through the church gates. Youâll see a small garden on the left and stairs on the right leading up to the **Dance of Life Yoga Studio (first door on your right upstairs).**
***
### **Important Notes:**
* Spaces are **limited**, so if you canât make it, please update your RSVP to âNot goingâ or send us a quick message.
* **No-show policy:** To keep it fair for everyone, repeat no-shows without notice may not be able to RSVP in the future.
* Attendees under 18 must have a guardian present.
đż International Womenâs Day Dinner | Sustainability, Leadership & Impact
In celebration of International Womenâs Day, weâre gathering for an intimate womenâs dinner in Richmond.
This evening is a space for thoughtful conversation around sustainability, leadership, and the everyday actions that shape our communities.
Unlike a structured workshop, this is a curated dinner designed for meaningful exchange â women who care about impact, growth, and living consciously.
Weâll explore:
⨠What leadership looks like in everyday life
⨠How sustainability intersects with career and values
⨠The kind of future we want to help build
Seats are intentionally limited to 12 to keep the conversation personal and impactful.
**Please note:**
Registration is required via Humanitix.
The exact Richmond location will be shared upon confirmed booking.
Reserve your seat here: https://events.humanitix.com/her-impact-our-planet
Community Organizations Events Near You
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Libera Animae - Freeing the Soul
Meeting Room 2b, Main Library
Join us for a welcoming evening of reflection, gentle music, and meaningful conversation. Weâll begin with a short grounding moment, followed by a brief reading from spiritual or philosophical traditions, and an open reflection circle where participants can share (or simply listen).
Libera Animae is an interfaith community focused on inner growth, creativity, and authentic connection. We desirere to cultivate a space where all questions are welcome and all members are treated with compassion and respect.
All backgrounds are welcome.
Free at Bexley Library- Adventures in Ecological Horticulture
w Rebecca McMackin
Free at Bexley Library
Adventures in Ecological Horticulture
with Rebecca McMackin
Wednesday, March 18
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Gone are the days when a garden could be ornamental alone. We now recognize the impact that our land care practices have on the ecosystems around us, and can see the importance of encouraging biodiversity. Thankfully, we do not need to sacrifice beauty when we invite butterflies and songbirds into our gardens.
Rebecca McMackin has cultivated gorgeous landscapes in the toughest environments possible: urban parks, school playgrounds, and the sidewalks of New York City. She will take lessons from her work at Brooklyn Bridge Park, the Brooklyn Museum, and decades of research to share how those of us who are fortunate enough to care for land, can do it beautifully and ecologically.
Rebecca McMackin is an ecologically obsessed horticulturist and garden designer. She writes, lectures, and teaches on ecological landscape management and pollination ecology, as well as designs the rare public garden.
She is currently Lead Horticulturist for the American Horticultural Society, an Associate with the Harvard Divinity Schoolâs Thinking with Plants and Fungi Initiative, and Consulting Arboretum Curator for Woodlawn Cemetery in the Bronx, NY.
Rebecca spent a decade as Director of Horticulture of Brooklyn Bridge Park, where she managed 85 acres of diverse parkland organically. Their research into cultivating urban biodiversity and ethical management strategies has influenced thousands of people and entire urban parks systems to adopt similar approaches.
She has been published by and featured in the New York Times, Gardens Illustrated, on NPR and PBS. Her garden for the Brooklyn Museum recently won the PPAâs Award of Excellence and her TED Talk has been viewed over a million times. She holds M.Sc. from Columbia University and University of Victoria in landscape design and biology and recently completed the Loeb Fellowship at the
Harvard Graduate School of Design.
This program is presented in partnership with Rooted in Bexley and generously funded by the Bexley Community Foundation and Bexley Community Author Series Fund.
How to Install a Bog Garden, with David Marsolo - Free Class
Hosted by Wild Ones Columbus
How to Install a Bog Garden, with David Marsolo
Saturday, March 14th, 2026
10:00 am to 12:00 pm (Eastern Time)
Innis House (Inniswoods Metro Park) , 940 S. Hempstead Road, Westerville, OH
Public Welcome Free Event Program/Speaker Presentation Wheelchair Accessible Public Restroom Free Public Parking
A bog can serve the same functions as a traditional rain garden but has the advantages of being low maintenance, climate resilient and attractive for a much longer part of the year.
David Marsolo is a long time Wild Ones member. He has been maintaining artificial bogs at his suburban Westerville home for about 20 years. He will describe how to install a bog and fill it with many interesting native plants including pollinator and host plants
https://columbus.wildones.org/calendar-of-events-and-programs/?wo_event_id=11160
Free Class in the Park: Planning and Growing a Cut Flower Garden
Hosted by Licking Parks District
Planning and Growing a Cut Flower Garden
Thursday,
March 12, 2026
Are you a plant lover or garden enthusiast who would like to add growing cut flowers to your garden repertoire but donât know where to start? Or maybe youâd like to grow flowers instead of grass to attract pollinators?
Whatever your flower dream is, letâs dig in and start here!
Join Tracey Barnes of Moon Maiden Flower Farm to learn the basic foundations of growing a cut flower garden, which includes planning, choosing the right varieties, succession planting for continuous blooms, maintenance, harvesting and post harvest care for making bouquets.
Whatever your horticulture experience level is, youâll gain confidence in your decision making, and before you know it, youâll be slinging flowers and sharing their beauty with others.
Register by Mar 11.
[Register here for free https://www.lickingparkdistrict.com/267/March-2026](https://www.lickingparkdistrict.com/267/March-2026)
6PM - 7:30PM
Location: James Bradley Center, Infirmary Mound Park
The Listening Room â First Gathering
**The Listening Room â First Gathering**
So much of life happens in loud spaces and quick conversations that never quite go beneath the surface. The Listening Room is meant to be the opposite of that â a quieter space where people can slow down, talk honestly, and actually listen to one another.
For this first gathering, weâll meet in a small group and explore a simple conversation prompt together. The goal isnât debate or performance â just thoughtful conversation and the chance to connect with others in a genuine way.
Our prompt for this gathering will be:
**When have you felt truly seen or understood by another person?**
Everyone will have the opportunity to share if theyâd like, but thereâs absolutely no pressure â listening is just as valuable as speaking here.
Weâre keeping the group intentionally small so the conversation can feel relaxed and natural.
Looking forward to meeting you.
â Benny
Ladies' Tea Party
You are warmly invited to a beautiful **Ladies' Tea Party**.
Join us for an elegant afternoon of fellowship, laughter, and meaningful connection as we gather in a peaceful and welcoming space. This special event is an opportunity to relax, enjoy delightful tea and treats, and celebrate the joy of community with other women, your daughters, granddaughters, nieces, and friends.
This tea party is a wonderful way to build friendships, share conversation, and enjoy a refreshing time together. - Formal Attire
Confidence & Connection: Using Your Authentic Truth to Find Your People
**Confidence & Connection: Using Your Authentic Truth to Find Your People**
Confidence isnât just about believing in yourself, itâs about knowing where you belong and who you can grow alongside.
In this April Confidence Lab Happy Hour, weâll explore how living in your authentic truth helps you find your people, build meaningful collaborations, and create spaces where vulnerability is met with respect rather than risk. Together, weâll reflect on what it looks like to advocate for yourself with clarity and care, and how confidence deepens when itâs rooted in connection rather than comparison.
Featured speaker **Lachandra Baker**, founder of **[LBB Edutainment](https://www.lbbedutainment.com/)** and author of *Your Own Biggest Cheerleader*, will share reflections on authenticity, psychological safety, and the power of community over individual achievement. Drawing from personal storiesâincluding the significance of turning 53âLachandra will invite us into a conversation about showing up fully, being seen, and choosing relationships that support who you truly are.
Expect a warm, welcoming atmosphere with space for reflection, shared insight, and intentional connectionâplus drinks, light bites, and the kind of conversations that remind you youâre not meant to do this alone.
Come as you are. Leave feeling clearer about your voice, your people, and the confidence that grows when both are aligned.
**What is Confidence Lab?**
Confidence Lab is a monthly community experience for bold, thoughtful leaders building confidence from the inside out. Whether youâre launching a business, leading a team, navigating change, or simply striving to show up more fullyâyou belong here.
Our work demands clarity, courage, and convictionâbut 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.
Itâs 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 ticketâwe want you to join us.*















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