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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Expand Your Social Circle - Kudos 2 Friends Around the Tan Stroll
**—— Details ——**
We will meet at the starting point, take round trip around the Tan and a short stroll inside the botanical garden. BYO coffee/ water bottle. Dress for outdoor walk. Come along & simply say, "Hi, it's my first time joining the group event." or ask the organiser to introduce you. You can take it slow and start from there.
If you enjoy the conversations, take the initative to invite others to hang out over a bite/ drink after.
**\-\-\- Running Late \-\-\-**
If you are running late, please message at least 30 mins in advance. We will wait up to 15 mins before heading off. We won't be able to keep track of messages once we start.
**\-\-\- RSVP / Change of Plan \-\-\-**
Change of plan or decide not to attend is absolutely okay. Please do update your RSVP to "NO", so others can have the opportunity to attend.
**\-\-\- Intro \-\-\-**
Kudos to Friends….Expand Your Social Circle Meetup group is a community of individuals who prefer to take it slow to get to know each other overtime in Melbourne. Join us on a fun journey as we explore cafes, restaurants and bars, including drinks, meals, outings, chilling, cultural exchange, etc. Above all, we’d like to celebrate the importance of friendships. So if you are looking to expand your social circle and explore new adventures and venues in Melbourne, come join us!
**\-\-\- WhatsApp Group \-\-\-**
We use WhatsApp for more fluid communication, including ideas, interest groups, questions etc. Please let the organizer know if you would like to be added to the WhatsApp Group at the event. We will send an invite to attendees to the group. (give us some time)
**\-\-\- Rules \-\-\-**
Admin will only add members to the group with a clear profile picture.
(No hidden behind sunglasses, masks, drawings)
**You might be removed from the group in the case of…**
* no show
* without a clear profile picture
* anti-social behaviour (i.e. acts rude / disrespectful regularly)
* take advantage of individuals for personal gain(s)
**\-\-\- Privacy \-\-\-**
Do not disclose your contact number in this post comment. We will delete your comment/info as soon as we see it to protect your privacy.
🌿 International Women’s Day Dinner | Sustainability, Leadership & Impact
In celebration of International Women’s Day, we’re gathering for an intimate women’s 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 — women who care about impact, growth, and living consciously.
We’ll 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
🎉 SOUTHBANK SOCIAL @ Hopscotch (Ticketed) 😎🌅🍻
**Meet new people. Soak up the Southbank vibes. 😎🌅**
Ticketed event - get your tickets [HERE](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1984264555701?aff=oddtdtcreator)
👉 2-for-1 tickets!!
Join us at **Hopscotch** on the banks of the Yarra for a relaxed evening of mingling and making new connections. With stunning riverfront views, this venue offers the perfect setting to enjoy the sunset over the city skyline with frosty drinks in hand.**🍻**
Whether you’re looking to expand your circle, spark a new connection, or simply unwind with great conversation, this is your space to do it — naturally and effortlessly.
**The focus is simple:** get talking to strangers — in the easiest and most natural way possible way.
We’ll be gathering on **the Terrace** from 7pm for an inclusive, welcoming evening designed to help you meet new people without the pressure. No timers. No awkward, forced interactions. Just an organic meet-and-greet where conversations flow naturally and meeting new people feels easy.
**Coming solo?** Perfect. Bringing a friend or a wingman? They're more than welcome. The hosts (Annette & Justin) are there to keep the energy high and the atmosphere welcoming, and our community is known for being open, friendly, and always up for a chat. You’ll feel right at home from the moment you arrive. 🤗
**When:** Friday 13th March
**Where:** Hopscotch, Southbank
**Time:** From 7pm
**Dress code:** Neat casual
Don’t miss out — grab your tickets now and make Friday 13th your luckiest day yet! ✨🍀
**\*TICKETS ARE REQUIRED FOR ENTRY TO THIS EVENT\***
Please follow these 3 simple steps:
**1\. RSVP for the event here to register your attendance**
**2\. Purchase a ticket via this link:** [https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1984264555701?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1984264555701?aff=oddtdtcreator)
**3\. Show your ticket barcode at the door on the day of the event\. No ticket\, no entry\.**
👉**TICKET PROMO:** 2-for-1 tickets!! 🎟️ Invite your wingman, your mum or your Uber driver and go halvies (cha-ching!🤑)
Check us out on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/melbourne_mingle) or [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567494869532) 👀
Monthly Social in the Northern Suburbs - Moon Dog - Preston
Our monthly Northern social is held at Moon Dog World in Preston. Moon Dog World is a brewery, restaurant and bar with a lagoon, waterfall, hidden tiki bar and much more!
Atmosphere is on the family restaurant side (dogs and kids a plenty!) but still a fun tropical style environment. Food is better than standard pub fare with exotic flavours and generous serves.
Fun for pretty much everyone, so come along and enjoy it with us.
Do you live in the Northern or perhaps even the Western suburbs and are interested in catching-up with like minded people? Come along for dinner and meet some friendly people.
Our group is informal and open to all. We pay for own food and drinks individually and there is no charge for the organisation of the events. It is a great opportunity to meet others with an emphasis on fun and supporting each other.
So whether you choose to come at the start for dinner or later on for drinks, we hope to see you. If something comes up and you can no longer make it, then you can easy change your RSVP to not going.
I am looking forward to catching up with those who can make it,
Chris
NuCalm - Brain Health
NuCalm is a patented, drug-free neuroscience technology designed to rapidly reduce stress, improve sleep quality, and aid recovery by shifting the body from a "fight-or-flight" state to a deeply relaxed parasympathetic state within minutes.
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It uses neuroacoustic software, a biosignal processing disc, and light-blocking eye masks to guide brain waves from active beta states down to alpha/theta (relaxation/meditation) levels
NuCalm uses a patented, clinically proven pitch and frequency matrix with non-linear oscillating algorithms to safely present your brain with precise signals, prompting what is known as a frequency-following response. Your brain synchronizes with the incoming NuCalm signals helping you naturally and effortlessly manage your state of mind by speeding up or slowing down your brain wave frequencies.
NuCalm has mapped all of your brain wave frequency zones and created products to safely and predictably guide you to whatever mental state you desire.
The amazing thing is, NuCalm is all-natural and works every time you use it within minutes.
The best thing to do now is to watch the video on the website and download the NuCalm app.
All you need is a headset and eye mask. This app purchase is covered with a 30-day money-back guarantee. Get started today and FEEL the difference even 15 minutes can make.
WATCH THE VIDEO ON THE WEBSITE.
[https://stamina.xosialx.com/nucalm.html](https://stamina.xosialx.com/nucalm.html)
[Sold Out] Gay Singles, Mix & Mingle (18+)
**Note:** This event is now sold out, but we have another event coming up on 28th March - check out our [Official Launch Social Mixer](https://www.meetup.com/lgbt-social-hub-melbourne/events/313629732/), where we'll be providing some light catering and prize giveaways to celebrate our first year.
**Tickets: $7.50**
[https://events.humanitix.com/gay-singles-mix-and-mingle](https://events.humanitix.com/gay-singles-mix-and-mingle)
Tired of dating apps and craving something more human?
We’re heading upstairs to the mezzanine at **Evies Disco Diner in Fitzroy** for a fresh take on helping you connect with **men seeking men** (all ages 18+).
Instead of intense one-on-one chats, you’ll connect in relaxed groups of four - making it easier to find your rhythm, bounce off others, and let conversation flow naturally.
Every 15 minutes, we’ll reshuffle the tables at random to keep the energy fresh and the dynamics interesting.
After a couple of hours, the structure will drop and anyone who’d like to stay can continue connecting organically.
This format is ideal for men who:
• Prefer something social and low-pressure
• Enjoy group dynamics
• Want something structured, but not rigid
The event is facilitated by a mental health professional and is designed to feel welcoming and safe. Discrimination, harassment, abuse, or consent violations will not be tolerated.
If you have accessibility needs, questions, or are experiencing financial hardship, please reach out - we’re happy to chat.
Community Organizations Events This Week
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🎉 Coffee Mingle in Fitzroy Gardens ☕️🧁🥤🏞️
**Want to meet new people in an inclusive and welcoming space?** 🤗
Let’s make the most of the sunnier days and gather for an afternoon coffee in **Fitzroy Gardens**. 🌸
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. 🤗
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) 👀
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. 🌿✨
**Highlights & Activities**
🧺 **Picnic & light snacks** at Royal Botanic Gardens (4:30–5:30 PM)
🚶 **Mindfulness walk** through the beautiful gardens
🌇 **City stroll** together towards Federation Square
🎶 **Free outdoor opera concert** at Fed Square (6:30–8:00 PM)
**Bring along:**
🥨 Snacks to share
💧 Water bottle
🧺 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** ✨
* 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)
How To Flow Through Group Conversations When You're Anxious
🌟 **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.
***
💬 **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."
***
🧠 **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.
***
🔄 **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.
***
🌱 **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.**
***
👋 **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.
***
📝 **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.***
Open Air Disco - Coburg Lake Reserve
Dance under the sky at Open Air Disco in Coburg Lake Reserve — 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 — the kind of music that keeps you dancing without pressure or pretence. This isn’t a hard nightclub vibe; it’s 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 — 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.
Badminton This Saturday! 🏸
Badminton This Saturday! 🏸
Hey everyone! I’m hosting a badminton session this Saturday and would love for you to join!
Date & Time: 14th of March, 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Location: Stomers Badminton Centre
11 Waigani Ave, Ravenhall, VIC 3023
Court Info: 4 people per court
Cost: $11 per person (pay cash at the court)
💬 Join our group to stay updated and book your spot:
Facebook Group / Messenger Link
Contact: Haylee – 0474 749 999 (for any questions or confirmations)
Come have fun on the court! See you there! 😄
Sunday Meditation | Community Building | Connection | Meet New People
✨ **Do you want to...**
* 🫶🏽 Connect with like-minded people in your local community?
* 🏋🏽♂️ Meet others who are passionate about growing, uplifting themselves, and supporting others?
* 🌈 Share insights from your personal journey (or simply listen and learn)?
* 🧘🏼♂️ Experience a simple yet powerful meditation practice to find calm and clarity?
Or maybe you just want to...
☮️💟☯️ **Spend your Sunday evening in a peaceful, zen space and meet some amazing new people?**
***
### **Join us on Sundays!**
Let’s come together, share positive energy, and build a warm, supportive local community.
**Bring a friend (or two!) and let’s connect.**
***
### **What’s on the evening’s flow?**
* **Open meet & greet** – connect and settle in
* **Sharing circle** (totally optional!) – share your thoughts or simply listen
* **20-30 min guided meditation** – for relaxation and deeper connection
***
### **Everyone is welcome!**
All ages (with guardians for under 18), backgrounds, genders, and experiences – no meditation experience needed.
The event runs for about **2.5 hours**, but you’re 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 you’d love to share**
***
### **Where?**
📍 **250 George St, Fitzroy VIC 3065**
Enter through the church gates. You’ll 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 can’t make it, please update your RSVP to “Not going” 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.
Community Organizations Events Near You
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Neurospicy Columbus - Join us for Stauff's Coffee and Book Loft
Join Neurospicy Columbus at the Stauff's for coffee and then a stroll through the Book Loft nearby!
This will be a friendly chat for like minded individuals with Autism and/or ADHD (or somewhere on the Neurodiverse Spectra).
SOLD OUT- 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 School’s 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 PPA’s 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.
Movie Night - You, Me & Tuscany
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🎬 Movie Night
You, Me & Tuscany
Join us for a cinematic escape to the sun-drenched vineyards and romantic landscapes of Italy as we gather to watch You, Me & Tuscany, the new feel-good romantic comedy starring Halle Bailey and Regé‑Jean Page.
Set against the breathtaking beauty of Tuscany, the film follows a spirited young woman whose impulsive decision to stay in a Tuscan villa leads to unexpected adventure, heartfelt moments, and a romance she never saw coming.
Expect an evening filled with:
🍿 A beautiful cinematic escape to Italy
🍷 Relaxed social vibes and great conversation
✨ A feel-good romantic story perfect for movie lovers
Whether you’re a fan of romantic comedies, stunning travel settings, or simply enjoy experiencing great films with great people, this will be a perfect night to unwind and connect.
Come ready to relax, laugh, and be transported to Tuscany for the evening.
Follow Black Love & Friends on [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/share/17oXQtZz36/) and [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/blackloveandfriends?igsh=djVrYnhqeG5nMjBx) to stay connected and be the first to hear about upcoming dimnets, social gatherings, and other exciting member-only events.
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
Libera Animae - Freeing the Soul
Meeting Room 2b, Main Library
Join us for a welcoming evening of reflection, gentle music, and meaningful conversation. We’ll 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.
The Listening Room — First Gathering
**The Listening Room — 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 — a quieter space where people can slow down, talk honestly, and actually listen to one another.
For this first gathering, we’ll meet in a small group and explore a simple conversation prompt together. The goal isn’t debate or performance — 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 they’d like, but there’s absolutely no pressure — listening is just as valuable as speaking here.
We’re keeping the group intentionally small so the conversation can feel relaxed and natural.
Looking forward to meeting you.
— Benny
Confidence & Connection: Using Your Authentic Truth to Find Your People
**Confidence & Connection: Using Your Authentic Truth to Find Your People**
Confidence isn’t just about believing in yourself, it’s about knowing where you belong and who you can grow alongside.
In this April Confidence Lab Happy Hour, we’ll 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, we’ll reflect on what it looks like to advocate for yourself with clarity and care, and how confidence deepens when it’s 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 stories—including the significance of turning 53—Lachandra 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 connection—plus drinks, light bites, and the kind of conversations that remind you you’re 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 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.*
















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