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*Unwind, get creative, and connect with cool people.* Looking for a calm space to do some art, have meaningful (or silly) convos, and meet new friends in the city? This is your spot. I’ll be bringing **colouring pages and markers** for anyone who just wants to show up and relax. You're also totally welcome to bring whatever creative activity helps *you* unwind — think **sketchpads, mini canvases and paint, journals, clay sculpting, wire bending, model building kits, and collage supplies**. We’ll hang out, make art, and enjoy chill conversations in a cozy, no-pressure environment. No experience or talent required — just bring yourself and whatever helps you feel creative and calm. **✦ What to Bring (optional):** * Any relaxing art or activity you enjoy **✦ I’ll provide:** * Colouring pages, markers, and good vibes **Where to Meet (MADO Cafe at the Food Hall inside The Well):** * The easiest way to get to the venue is to make your way to La Plume restaurant or The Dorset restaurant and turn towards the statue then take the stairs to the lower level. * Shoppers will be on the right and across from Shoppers will be an entrance to The Well's food court. * Make a left and you should see the long tables and MADO cafe. * **We'll meet at the long tables in front of MADO Cafe** Come solo or bring a friend — this is all about slowing down, making connections, and enjoying a creative evening together ✨

Welcome to our social mixer in the heart of Toronto! Whether you want to hang out with new friends, practice a new language, meet people from different cultures, immerse yourself in the local community, or just socialize in a friendly environment, come along and enjoy some drinks and food with new friends 🙋‍♂️🙋‍♀️ ​ \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ### Event Details 💰 Cost: $5 (Online only, no tickets at door) 🍺🥃 Drinks and social 📍 Madison Avenue Pub (Inside, or ask for Meet People Social) - 14 Madison Ave 🕕 6:00pm onwards every Friday ​ **Or RSVP on the website for our Discord / WhatsApp communities, and to see who else is going and what their backgrounds/seniority/interests are:** 🔗 [Link to Website](https://meetpeopletoronto.com/event/meetup) ​ If you cannot find us, ask staff about Social Meetup, or find a table, snap a photo and ask in the WhatsApp community above. ​ \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ### Perfect For * 🌎 **International Students & Expats** in Toronto * ✈️ **Travelers & Digital Nomads** looking to connect * 🏠 **Locals** wanting to expand their social circle * 💼 **Working Holiday Visa holders** and new arrivals * 🎓 **University students** and language school attendees * 👥 **Anyone** looking for genuine friendships and networking \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ### Why Join Our Toronto Community? * 🤝 **Meet diverse, welcoming people** from all backgrounds * 🗣️ **Practice conversation** with native and fluent speakers * 🌍 **Cultural exchange** and international perspectives * 🗺️ **Local insights** on best places to visit in Toronto * 🎯 **Social activities** and games \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ### Ideal If You're... 📍 **New to Toronto?** Perfect for getting oriented and making friends ✈️ **Traveling solo?** Find your Toronto social circle 💼 **Looking for work opportunities?** Network with peers 🎓 **Student or recent graduate?** Connect with peers and mentors \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ### Event Guidelines * Support the venue by purchasing drinks/food (no outside items allowed) * Maintain appropriate behavior and respect for all attendees * Bring physical ID if required by venue (call ahead to confirm) * Disclaimer: We are not affiliated with the venue, we just use the space. So don't call the venue asking about our events. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ​ ​ *Toronto Canada make new friends social mixer afterwork drinks meet people connect network social international party friends event new night welcome world culture japanese french chinese german korean italian spanish brazil lingos meet people community expats travelers digital nomads students cultural exchange friendship meetup multicultural language exchange multilingual conversation practice english Toronto Canada make new friends social mixer afterwork drinks meet people connect network social international party friends event new night welcome world culture japanese french chinese german korean italian spanish brazil lingos meet people community expats travelers digital nomads students cultural exchange friendship meetup multicultural language exchange multilingual conversation practice english* **📱 Follow us:**[Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/meet.people.social) \| [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/meet.people.social/)

トロントで日本語と英語の言語交換会を行います！ 参加費は5ドルです！ 申し込みから2日以内に、 e-Transfer $5 shungo.n0405@gmail.com に送金してください。 e-Transterが使えない場合は、現金での対応も可能ですので、必ずメッセージでお知らせください。 日本語と英語に興味のある人たちを集め、言語交換や新しいコミュニティ作りを行うことを目的としています！英語を学びたい方はぜひご参加ください！ ★こんな方におすすめです！ ・英語を話す練習がしたい方 ・トロントに来たばかりで情報を求めている方 ・友人を作りたい方 イベントの雰囲気は、こちらのInstagramでご確認いただけます https://www.instagram.com/toronto_language?

This is a Japanese-English Language Exchange event held in Toronto. 極力遅刻しないように時間に間に合うように来てください Participants will be moved from the waiting list to the join list based on pairing balance with the Japanese participants. Therefore, it may not follow the exact waiting-list order. Thank you for your understanding. The format is 1-on-1, with equal time in English and Japanese. The participation fee is $5. Once you are moved to the join list, please send the payment via e-Transfer to: shungo.n0405@gmail.com For the question about your purpose of participation, please enter "Language practice" as your primary purpos Japanese Level Please enter the level you took or passed in the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) within the last 2 years. (e.g. N2 passed, N3 taken, etc.) No Solicitation / No Harassment Policy Any form of solicitation, recruiting for other communities, or flirting / pick-up behavior is strictly prohibited. If such behavior is confirmed, you will be asked to leave immediately. Pairing Policy (For Safety & Trouble Prevention) To prevent any issues, first-time participants will be paired only with someone of the same gender.

Have You Gotten Your TICKETS For The Singles Mixer (SALSA FOR SINGLES) on June 28th in TORONTO --> https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/1992066818479?aff=oddtdtcreator

### 🎟️ Registration Required To attend, please create your free account and register through - https://famelee.ai/signup **Limited spots available. Come solo, leave with new friends, memories, and your new social circle.** Location will be emailed separately who signed up Tired of small talk and endless scrolling? Join us for an evening designed to help you build genuine friendships that feel like family. Whether you're new to the city, looking to expand your social circle, or simply want to meet amazing people, this event is all about fun, connection, and creating lasting memories. No networking. No awkward speeches. Just real people, exciting games, great conversations, and a welcoming community. ### 🎉 What to Expect ✅ Icebreaker Challenges Fun activities that make meeting new people easy and natural. ✅ Flip the Cup Tournament Team up, compete, and share plenty of laughs. ✅ Speed Friending Sessions Meet multiple people in a relaxed and fun environment. ✅ Human Bingo Challenge Find people with unique experiences and win prizes. ✅ Team Building Games Work together, solve challenges, and create instant connections. ✅ Mystery Partner Challenge Get paired with someone new and complete fun mini-missions. ✅ Friendship Trivia Battle Test your knowledge and compete for bragging rights. ✅ Group Social Mixer Enjoy music, snacks, and meaningful conversations. ✅ "Find Your Tribe" Activity Connect with people who share your interests, hobbies, and lifestyle. ### 🎁 Bonus * Meet people who are looking for genuine friendships. * Fun prizes and giveaways. * Photos and memories you'll want to keep. * Opportunity to join future community gatherings. ### Who Should Attend? * Newcomers to the city * Professionals looking for a social life * Remote workers * Students and graduates * Anyone wanting to make real friends and meaningful connections ### Our Mission We believe friends can become family. This event is designed to bring together positive, welcoming people who want to build authentic relationships beyond social media. ### 🎟️ Registration Required To attend, please create your free account and register through https://famelee.ai/signup **Limited spots available. Come solo, leave with new friends, memories, and your new social circle.**

**Overview** Gather in conscious, like-minded community to fill your cup and nourish your soul. Potluck, Movie + Discussion. Join us for an evening of nourishing food, shared stories, and a film that will inspire and connect us all. We're living in unprecedented times that cause us to question what's real, what's true, and consistently remind ourselves of what's most important. More than ever - you need to remember that you are not alone on this journey, that your voice matters, and it's safe to shine your light. We invite you to gather with us for a special evening where community, creativity, and good food come together. Whether you've connected with the Soul Guided Network already, or are new to the community, this is a welcoming space to be your true self! Bring your favorite dish to share, your authentic self, and your curiosity. We’ll start with a potluck feast, followed by a movie that will spark reflection, leading to a post-film discussion conversation, and an overall sense of togetherness. .:: 𝗙𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 ::. 6:00pm = Arrival 6:00 - 7:30/45pm = Community Connection & Potluck 7:45 - 9:15pm = Thought-Provoking Movie 9:15 - 10pm = Sharing Circle & Discussion 10pm = Departure \*\*𝗣𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗹𝘂𝗰𝗸 𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗺, 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗯𝗹𝘆 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘃𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗻, 𝗴𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗲𝗻-𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗰 𝗶𝗳 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲. (𝗘𝘅𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘀: 𝗥𝗼𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗩𝗲𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲𝘀, 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝗽, 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗱, 𝗙𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘁, 𝗩𝗲𝗴 & 𝗗𝗶𝗽, 𝗛𝘂𝗺𝗺𝘂𝘀, 𝗕𝗮𝗯𝗮 𝗴𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗵, 𝗧𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗲𝗵, 𝗗𝗮𝗮𝗹, 𝗲𝘁𝗰.) 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: The Soul Sanctuary, in Leslieville - Street Parking Available 𝗘𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲: Free or By Donation Suggested Donation: $10 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠: 6:00 - 10:00 PM 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿: RSVP through eventbrite or email soulguided@soulguidednetwork.com We plan to make this a monthly event, and the next one is scheduled for Thursday June 25th! The Soul Sanctuary is a welcoming, peaceful, and caring space brought to you by Chris Dub, Jennifer Polansky, and the SG Team of the Soul Guided "Community Empowerment Network". We started this movement because we saw a need for spiritually centered spaces where practitioners, seekers, and like-minded souls could gather in community, and feel welcomed. This is a growing global community that stands on the pillars of Integrity, Compassion, and Freedom. Come join us :)

Hosted by OSU Extension Summer 2026 Food Preservation Workshops Join Shari Gallup from Ohio State University Extension, for a summer food preservation series at the Bryn Du Mansion. Discover how to safely preserve food at home. Learn basic food preservation methods including pressure canning, water bath canning and drying. June 4 - Water Bath Canning July 9 - Pressure Canning August 6 - Drying Fruits and Vegetables We're excited to once again welcome Shari Gallup from The Ohio State University Extension Office to lead a series of Life Local food preservation workshops. These hands-on sessions are designed to help participants learn practical, time-tested techniques for preserving seasonal foods at home. Registration is not yet open but will be available soon. Stay tuned for details on this wonderful series. Time 5:00 p.m. Location Bryn Du Mansion 587 Jones Road, Granville https://www.bryndu.com/public-events

Hosted by OSU Extension Summer 2026 Food Preservation Workshops Join Shari Gallup from Ohio State University Extension, for a summer food preservation series at the Bryn Du Mansion. Discover how to safely preserve food at home. Learn basic food preservation methods including pressure canning, water bath canning and drying. June 4 - Water Bath Canning July 9 - Pressure Canning August 6 - Drying Fruits and Vegetables We're excited to once again welcome Shari Gallup from The Ohio State University Extension Office to lead a series of Life Local food preservation workshops. These hands-on sessions are designed to help participants learn practical, time-tested techniques for preserving seasonal foods at home. Registration is not yet open but will be available soon. Stay tuned for details on this wonderful series. Time 5:00 p.m. Location Bryn Du Mansion 587 Jones Road, Granville https://www.bryndu.com/public-events

Granville Land Lab 2025 Burg Street | Granville MEADOWS FOR MONARCHS PROJECT Learning Landscapes Tour + Community Science at the Land Lab Wednesday, July 1, 2026 9 a.m. - 12 noon: Program 12- 12:30: picnic lunch *meet at shelter house near Granville Intermediate School playground* Free. Registration Required so we know to expect you,[ click here https://www.lickingpollinatorpathway.org/land-lab-tour](https://www.lickingpollinatorpathway.org/land-lab-tour) Want to make your own wildflower meadow? Residents of licking county can sign up for this free program to receive free seed and training https://www.lickingpollinatorpathway.org/meadows **ABOUT THE EVENT** Join Pollinator Pathway for a morning at the Land Lab, a ~100-acre prairie and outdoor learning space just steps from Granville Intermediate School. This event explores how schools and other campuses can create living classrooms and contribute to community science. * **Tour the Land Lab:** Award-winning environmental science educator Jim Reding will lead guided tours through prairie, wetlands and other restored habitat, sharing the story behind this nationally-recognized space and the students and partnerships who helped make it happen. * **Contribute to Community Science with iNaturalist App:** Learn to identify and document plants, pollinators and other wildlife using iNaturalist. Dr. Karen Goodell, professor of Evolution, Ecology, and Organismal Biology at The Ohio State University at Newark and one of Ohio's foremost experts on native bees will share how to use this powerful tool to learn about the natural world while contributing to scientific research. * **Connect & Collaborate:** The morning program concludes with an optional BYO picnic lunch and networking at the Land Lab shelter house, overlooking the prairie. **🌸Anyone passionate about conservation and outdoor learning is welcome🌸** **WHAT TO BRING, WEAR & PREPARE** * **Download the iNaturalist app (the new one vs. the "classic" one) & create an account prior to the event if you don't have one already.** * **Sunscreen** * **Water bottle** * **Insect repellent** * **Hat** * **Comfortable closed-toe shoes suitable for uneven terrain** * **Light-colored clothing.** * **Long pants and socks are encouraged.** * **Please bring a reusable water bottle** * **Packed/picnic lunch.** **Picnic table seating will be available at the shelter house overlooking the Land Lab**

**Soulbits Circle: A Monthly Gathering** **Every fragment of your story is medicine; come weave it into being** **Hosted by: Caitlynn Fortson** **[www.kalikwellnesswithin.org](www.kalikwellnesswithin.org) \| [www.centerfornewlife.org](www.centerfornewlife.org)** **The Center for New Life or Virtual, upon request** **Monthly Circles \| Fridays 6:30\-7:30PM** **Upcoming Dates: 5/1, 5/29, 6/26, 7/24, 8/28, 9/25, 10/23, 11/27, 12/18** A monthly healing space where we gather to tend the pieces of ourselves and weave them back into wholeness that we are. Each session opens with a Soulbits oracle image setting the tone for the gathering we will move through. We will come together to honor the natural rhythms of rooting, rising, releasing, and receiving; the cycles that shape the soul’s journey. Through the four pillars of being: mindset, movement, connection & nourishment, we will create a space where imagery, sensation, and community weave together. Where the body becomes the guide, images act as mirrors, and the soul speaks. This circle is about noticing what rises, honoring what’s true, and reconnecting with the parts of yourself ready to be seen. This is a space to gather your scattered pieces, soften your body, and return to your truth with community by your side. Soulbits Circle is a reminder that every fragment of your story, every soulbit, belongs. Together we weave them into the blooming wholeness that you are. *Energy Exchange: 1-group $20-40 or 6-group $115* *Payment Options: Venmo or Cash* **Please RSVP to [Caitlynn](https://kalikwellnesswithin.org/) via** **email @ [kalik.wellnesswithin@gmail.com](mailto:kalik.wellnesswithin@gmail.com)** **text @ ‪(614) 407-4021‬** 💫

**Soulbits Circle: A Monthly Gathering** **Every fragment of your story is medicine; come weave it into being** **Hosted by: Caitlynn Fortson** **[www.kalikwellnesswithin.org](www.kalikwellnesswithin.org) \| [www.centerfornewlife.org](www.centerfornewlife.org)** **The Center for New Life or Virtual, upon request** **Monthly Circles \| Fridays 6:30\-7:30PM** **Upcoming Dates: 5/1, 5/29, 6/26, 7/24, 8/28, 9/25, 10/23, 11/27, 12/18** A monthly healing space where we gather to tend the pieces of ourselves and weave them back into wholeness that we are. Each session opens with a Soulbits oracle image setting the tone for the gathering we will move through. We will come together to honor the natural rhythms of rooting, rising, releasing, and receiving; the cycles that shape the soul’s journey. Through the four pillars of being: mindset, movement, connection & nourishment, we will create a space where imagery, sensation, and community weave together. Where the body becomes the guide, images act as mirrors, and the soul speaks. This circle is about noticing what rises, honoring what’s true, and reconnecting with the parts of yourself ready to be seen. This is a space to gather your scattered pieces, soften your body, and return to your truth with community by your side. Soulbits Circle is a reminder that every fragment of your story, every soulbit, belongs. Together we weave them into the blooming wholeness that you are. *Energy Exchange: 1-group $20-40 or 6-group $115* *Payment Options: Venmo or Cash* **Please RSVP to [Caitlynn](https://kalikwellnesswithin.org/) via** **email @ [kalik.wellnesswithin@gmail.com](mailto:kalik.wellnesswithin@gmail.com)** **text @ ‪(614) 407-4021‬** 💫

**What is a send-off?** Before we head to St. Louis for the Barbershop Harmony Society International Convention, The Alliance opens its doors to the community for a **free** preview of our competition set. This gives us the opportunity to perform in front of an audience before we take the international stage. We would love to see you there!