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Ukrainian Connector® London | Ukraine-Focused Business Networking
11 May. This event is newly sold out , we promoted it on other platforms.
**Kindly note that this is a paid event and the average number of attendees for our events is 60-70 people. You can register on [https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ukrainian-connector-london-ukraine-focused-business-networking-tickets-1988167584766?aff=meetup](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ukrainian-connector-london-ukraine-focused-business-networking-tickets-1988167584766?aff=meetup)**
Ukrainian Connector® London brings together Ukrainian entrepreneurs & professionals to build trusted connections and grow in the UK.
### **What is Ukrainian Connector®?**
Ukrainian Connector® is a **thoughtfully structured networking experience** in London for professionals, founders, investors, and advisors engaged with Ukraine and international markets.
It gathers a **well-balanced group of individuals with shared interests**, creating the right setting for more impactful conversations and valuable introductions. The emphasis is on depth rather than volume—encouraging discussions that can lead to partnerships, investment opportunities, and cross-border collaboration.
There are no panels or presentations—just a **refined, professional environment** where conversations develop naturally and connections form with purpose.
### **Who should attend?**
* Entrepreneurs and founders active in or connected to Ukraine
* Investors (Angel, VC, Family Offices) exploring Ukraine-related opportunities
* Corporate leaders, consultants, and advisors
* Anyone interested in Ukraine-focused business, reconstruction, trade, and innovation
### **Why attend?**
In London, meaningful opportunities are created through the right introductions. Ukrainian Connector® offers an environment where interactions are focused, relevant, and commercially driven.
## **Event Details 🕒**
📅 **Date:** 11th May ⏰ **Time:** 18:00 – Event Start 📍 **Location:** Hay Hill
✔️ Fully hosted ✔️ Open-format networking (no panels or presentations) ✔️ Select guest profile to encourage high-quality connections
✔️Kindly note that this event will take place in the same area where the London Connector® event is taking place, the hosts for the Ukrainian Connector® event will be able to point you to the guests who are joining the Ukrainian Connector® and those who are taking part in the London Connector®. Your ticket allows you to take part in both events
### **What to expect**
* Engaging conversations with like-minded professionals
* A relaxed yet purposeful atmosphere
* Opportunities to build relationships, partnerships, and investments
### **Bonus Access**
Your ticket also includes entry to **London Connector®**, taking place later the same evening—broadening your network across a wider professional audience.
### **FAQ**
**Is there a dress code?** Business smart / smart casual. The focus is on conversation, not formality.
**Will there be speakers or a schedule?** No—this is a dedicated networking experience built around direct interaction.
**Do I need to be Ukrainian or based in Ukraine?** No. The event is open to anyone with a professional interest in Ukraine and related markets.
## **📲 WhatsApp Group**
On the day of the event, attendees will receive an email invitation to join the exclusive Ukrainian Connector® WhatsApp group to continue conversations before and after the event.
## **ℹ️ Refund Policy**
Advance tickets are discounted and non-refundable but may be reassigned to another person if you are unable to attend.
### **Event Disclaimer 📸**
Photos and videos may be taken during the event for use across social media and promotional materials.
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INTRO TO WOODWORK – FLIP LID DOVETAIL BOX – 5 AFTERNOONS
**Bookable via our website ➡️** [https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/intro-to-woodwork-flip-lid-dovetail-box-5-afternoons-2/](https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/intro-to-woodwork-flip-lid-dovetail-box-5-afternoons-2/)
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An absorbing course for confident beginners and an enjoyable learning experience for anyone with a little woodworking experience. Using a fusion of hardwood and softwood, this five-week course will teach you the fundamentals of woodwork and give you an opportunity to use classic hand tools; brass-backed tenon saws, sharp wood chisels and delicately honed vintage wood planes.
This well-proportioned flip-lidded box is constructed of European redwood using a single dovetail joint at each corner and the fitted hardwood lid is attached to the base by a handmade ‘dowel’ peg hinge. The project will familiarise learners with many classic woodwork techniques and is taught with patience and enthusiasm by Andy Nicholl, who has devised this informative and challenging project.
You will take home a treasure to treasure- and we hope it will enthuse you to learn how to make many handmade woodwork projects in the years to come.
If your keyboard-weary hands have been needing the skill to fulfil and satisfy a yearning desire to create something you can hold, come and join us in our well-equipped and inspiring workshops and discover the wonderful world of woodwork.
**Key skills:**
* Measuring marking and cutting dovetail joints to make an accurate framed box.
* Planing and shaping a hardwood lid to fit the softwood frame base.
* Making and fitting a hardwood dowel joint to attach the frame base to the lid.
First meeting of London "What do we want as a Sustainable Planet?"
The world is in crisis and many people think we've gone past the tipping point and the planet is doomed.
However, there are those who have hope and faith in science that some can survive the polycrisis and get to live in a sustainable society and planet.
But there's a problem... **There's no clear vision of what a sustainable society and planet should be**, and without that destination, how can we set out on the journey to get there?
Please join like-minded people to discuss this. We'll agree an agenda at the start of the meeting.
Bring an open mind, suggestions and perhaps a pad of paper.
**Here are some topics to be covered.**
Please use the comments/chat to suggest other areas for consideration
*Depending on the mood of attendees, the frequency of further meetups can be agreed.*
**WHAT DO WE WANT A SUSTAINABLE SOCIETY AND PLANET TO LOOK AND FEEL LIKE?**
· A planet with clean atmosphere, oceans and soil with systems in place to keep them that way
· The abolition of poverty and hunger
· Equality of opportunity for all to achieve a peaceful and contented life without fear of physical or other violence
· Access to healthcare, hygiene and sanitation for all
· Access to quality education for all
· A more responsible system of financial structures which embraces the best of co-operative production, capitalism and other systems
· A safe justice system for all
· Societies which respect for the diversity of opinion, ethnicity, sexuality, religion
· Respect for the natural resources and fragility of Planet Earth and their finite capacity
· Societies where the more fortunate, stronger and healthier help those less strong, less fortunate or less healthy.
· Peaceful co-existence between the varying communities of the planet
**What Freedoms ?**
· Freedom to travel anywhere
· Freedom to worship (should there be limitation such as worship should not be based on destroying the existing system…??)
· Freedom from violence
· Freedom from hate
· Freedom from poverty (how define?)
· Freedom of speech
· Freedom from anxiety about the future
· Freedom from concentration of power
· Freedom to preserve culture and arts
· Freedom to make decisions about one’s body
· Freedom to seek representation and to represent others
· Freedom to be different
· Freedom to be heard
SQUAD Advanced Volleyball - Open Session
Welcome to SQUAD Advanced Volleyball sessions.
PLEASE READ:
Level: Advanced/Upper Intermediate only. (Players MUST know the 5-1 rotation system and positions and have strong all-round skills)
We meet at Bacon's College Sports Centre in Canada Water for fun but competitive volleyball!
Cost: £ 12 per session
Maximum Capacity: 14 players.
Attitude: Positive and friendly atmosphere
Please NOTE: you might be asked to leave the session if your level isn't up to the standard of ADVANCED
Book your place ASAP and any question please contact us here or via our Facebook page.
https://www.facebook.com/S.Q.U.A.D.VC/
IN PERSON STUDY & CONVERSATION GROUP - KNOWLEDGE OF THE HIGHER WORLDS.
IN PERSON STUDY & CONVERSATION GROUP - KNOWLEDGE OF THE HIGHER WORDS. HOW IS IT ACHIEVED ?
WITH TREVOR DANCE
**Knowledge of the Higher Worlds is an essential book for understanding Rudolf Steiner’s ideas. It contains practical exercises to set one on the spiritual pathway advocated by Steiner – a reliable and safe path based on a rational, scientific approach.**
**You are warmly invited to join the study group.**
**Further information: trevordance@hotmail.com**
This group is run under the auspices of the Anthroposophical Society in Great Britain and small donations towards expenses are welcome.
£ 3 / £2 .
Globe English Conversation Café – In Person
Our next English Conversation Café will be on **Monday 11th May 2026 at** **7:30pm**!
Topic for the evening: To be confirmed
You will have an opportunity to practice your English and meet new people, through conversation topics and games. This event is mainly for learners of English, so we kindly ask native speakers to give priority to others.
The venue is **downstairs** in Costa Coffee, 3 Southwark St, London SE1 1RQ which is a 1 minute walk from London Bridge Station.
This is a **free** event, you will not be expected to pay for anything. You will also be able to have a free drink and cake.
The café is run by a group of volunteers from [The Globe Church](https://www.globe.church).
Please sign up if you would like to attend. If you have any questions please ask us using Meetup. Numbers are limited so please only sign up if you are going to come and change your response if you can no longer come.
Look forward to seeing you soon 😊
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Scala Talks: Functional Programming in Rust & Caching using Ref
🎉 Come along to the London Scala Talks! 🎉
In this event you'll hear from Caroline Morton and Katrina Petrevice.
**Agenda**
6:00pm - 🥤 Doors open. Come along and grab a drink!
6:35pm - 🗣️ Introduction
6:40pm - 🗣️ Katrina Petrevice: Caching in Scala using Ref
7:20pm - 🍕 Intermission: Join us for some free food and drinks! Vegan and vegetarian options are provided. Let us know if you'd like something special - we'd be happy to accommodate.
7:50pm - 🗣️ Caroline Morton: Accidental Functional Programming in Rust (From an Epidemiologist's Perspective)
8:30pm - 🥤 Socialising: Grab a drink and let's discuss the talks.
9:00pm - 🍻 Join us in a pub to discuss the talks!
🌐 **This event may have a live stream**
Watch this space for more details.
**🗣️ Katrina Petrevice: Caching in Scala using Ref**
Caching in memory is often one of the first strategies used to improve system performances. However, implementing caching in a purely functional way introduces unique challenges, specifically around state management and testability. In this talk, we will look at how to utilise functional programming principles with [Ref](https://typelevel.org/cats-effect/docs/std/ref), while maintaining clarity and composability. We will also deep dive into some common pitfalls and look into practical ways to test Ref effectively.
⭐ Katrina Petrevice ⭐
Katrina comes from a non–computer science background and was first introduced to Scala while working at JPMorgan. She credits much of her Scala knowledge to hands-on experience within her team, where she works on building and maintaining data pipelines and managing data systems. Since then, she has developed a strong interest in functional programming and now co-leads the Functional Programming Group at JPMorgan, where she helps share knowledge and foster a community around these ideas.
**🗣️ Caroline Morton: Accidental Functional Programming in Rust (From an Epidemiologist's Perspective)**
I don't have a background in functional programming - and I never set out to write it. But somewhere between writing trait-based epidemiological pipelines, composing data transformations, and leaning hard on Result, enums, and pattern matching, I started hearing from others: “That's pretty functional.”
In this talk, I'll explore what it means to write “functional-ish” Rust as someone solving real-world scientific problems. I'll walk through the patterns I reach for - like chaining iterators, avoiding shared state, and embracing expressive types - and reflect on which functional programming ideas emerge naturally in Rust, even if you're not trying.
I'll also share how designing for epidemiologists - most of whom are used to chaining functions in Python (like Pandas) or R - has pushed me toward creating ergonomic Rust APIs with Python and R bindings. These tools aim to feel familiar to scientists while leveraging Rust's power and safety under the hood.
This is a talk for functional programmers curious about Rust, and for Rustaceans wondering if they've been functional all along. No formal theory required - just real code, real use cases, and a pragmatic perspective from someone building public health tools in Rust.
⭐ Caroline Morton ⭐
Dr. Caroline Morton is a medical doctor, epidemiologist, software engineer, and PhD candidate specialising in synthetic data, epidemiology, and Rust. With 60 peer-reviewed papers and two books on software, she combines deep technical expertise with a commitment to improving scientific workflows.
Caroline co-founded the first [Women in Rust](https://www.meetup.com/women-in-rust/) group, fostering diversity and encouraging more women to explore opportunities in systems programming. She leads an open-source project improving codelist management in epidemiology using Rust, creating efficient, reliable tools for health data research.
Her PhD focuses on synthetic data methods for epidemiology, particularly using Rust to generate large, realistic datasets. A strong advocate for open science and reproducibility, she contributes extensively to improving software practices through publications, workshops, and open-source projects.
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We encourage each of you to report the breach of the conduct, either anonymously through [this form](https://forms.gle/9PMMorUWgBnbk1mm6) or by contacting one of our team members. We guarantee privacy and confidentiality, as well as that we will take your report seriously and react quickly.
Cocktails & Conversation at Clap Knightsbridge - age 30+
Join us for an exclusive evening of sophisticated socialising at **Clap**, the acclaimed Japanese-inspired restaurant and bar in the heart of London.
Cocktails & Conversation brings together London's most eligible professionals — stylish, successful singles in their 30s and 40s — for an evening of genuine connection in one of the city's most beautiful spaces.
**Purchase your ticket here**: [https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/single-mixer-at-clap-knightsbridge-age-29-45-tickets-1988894973405?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/single-mixer-at-clap-knightsbridge-age-29-45-tickets-1988894973405?aff=oddtdtcreator)
**Scheduel of events:**
* **7:30pm:** Arrival — welcome drink included for first arrivals
* **7:30–10:30pm:** Hosted mingling and conversation
**Dress Code:** Smart casual to cocktail. Come looking your best — our crowd always does.
**Purchase your ticket here**: [https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/single-mixer-at-clap-knightsbridge-age-29-45-tickets-1988894973405?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/single-mixer-at-clap-knightsbridge-age-29-45-tickets-1988894973405?aff=oddtdtcreator)
London Clojure Dojo at uSwitch
uSwitch is located on the first floor of the ZPG building at 5 Copper Row, London, SE1 2LH, London (Click on the map for directions)
What 3 words location: [https://what3words.com/puts.sudden.else](https://what3words.com/puts.sudden.else)
The Clojure dojo is a collaborative way to learn Clojure/ClojureScript through practice. The aim is to learn a little more than before you started. This event is for those new to coding through to more experienced developers.
We organise into small groups (2-4) people and write code to solve challenges great and small, chosen by those at the event.
We aim to ensure someone in your group has some Clojure experience, so you shouldn't feel lost (well no more than all developers do when Stack Overflow is broken).
Example challenges for the coding dojo are listed on this website: http://www.londonclojurians.org/code-dojo/
Various past exercises have been loaded to
[https://github.com/ldnclj](https://github.com/ldnclj/lisp1.5/blob/master/src/lisp1/5.clj)
# Approximate schedule:
18:40 Doors open and start collecting suggestions
18.45 Pizza should have arrived
19:00 Quick intros and vote on suggestions
19:15 Break out into groups and start practising
20:45 Gather together for a quick show and tell
# What should I bring?
We organise into small groups, so if you have a laptop with a working Clojure environment please bring it along (there are lots of online Clojure environments, so you can just use your browser too).
# How do I get in to the building?
At the glass doors press the buzzer to inform the security guard you are here. Say you are here for the event on the first floor.
Is there way to talk with the Clojure community?
Why yes. The Clojurians Slack channel is full of friendly people who love to try and help. People based in London are often in the #clojure-uk channel. Sign up for a free account to the Clojurians Slack community via http://clojurians.net/
What is Clojure?
Clojure is a JVM language that has syntactically similarities to Lisp, full integration with Java and its libraries and focuses on providing a solution to the issue of single machine concurrency.
Its small core makes it surprisingly easy for Java developers to pick up and it provides a powerful set of concurrency strategies and data structures designed to make immutable data easy to work with. If you went to Rich Hickey’s LJC talk about creating Clojure you’ll already know this, if not it’s well worth watching the Rich Hickey “Clojure for Java Programmers” video or Stuart Halloway “Radical Simplicity” video .
INTRO TO WOODWORK – FLIP LID DOVETAIL BOX – 6 EVENINGS
**Bookable via our website ➡️** https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/intro-to-woodwork-flip-lid-dovetail-box-6-evenings-53/
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**Course:** Intro to Woodwork – Flip Lid Dovetail Box
**Duration:** 6 evenings 6.30-9pm /6 afternoon 2.30-5pm or 2 days 10-5pm / 5 evenings 6-9pm / 5 afternoons 2-5pm
**Next start date:** Check our website: https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/intro-to-woodwork-flip-lid-dovetail-box/
**Suitable for:** Confident beginners. Some basic woodworking experience is useful for this course but not necessary.
**About:** Using a fusion of hardwood and softwood, this six week evening course will teach you the fundamentals of woodwork and give you an opportunity to use classic hand tools; brass backed tenon saws, sharp wood chisels and delicately honed vintage wood planes.
An absorbing course for confident beginners and a enjoyable learning experience for anyone with a little woodworking experience.
Using a fusion of hardwood and softwood, this six week evening course will teach you the fundamentals of woodwork and give you an opportunity to use classic hand tools; brass backed tenon saws, sharp wood chisels and delicately honed vintage wood planes.
This well proportioned flip lidded box is constructed of European Redwood using a single dovetail joint at each corner and the fitted hardwood lid is attached to the base by a handmade ‘dowel’ peg hinge. The project will familiarise learners with many classic woodwork techniques and is taught with patience and enthusiasm by Andy Nicholl, who has devised this informative and challenging project.
You will take home a treasure to treasure and we hope it will enthuse you to learn how to make many handmade woodwork projects in the years to come.
If your keyboard weary hands have been needing a skill to fulfil and satisfy a yearning desire to create something you can hold, come and join us in our well equipped and inspiring workshops and discover the wonderful world of woodwork.
Sustainability Networking London | Investors & Founders Meetup
**Kindly note that this is a paid event and the average number of attendees for our events is 60-70 people. You can register on [https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sustainability-networking-london-investors-founders-meetup-tickets-1988483090452?aff=meetup](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sustainability-networking-london-investors-founders-meetup-tickets-1988483090452?aff=meetup)**
London sustainability networking for founders, investors & professionals. Build partnerships and grow valuable connections.
## **What is Sustainability Connector®?**
Sustainability Connector® is a premium business networking event in London for founders, investors, professionals, and advisors focused on sustainability, ESG, innovation, and responsible growth.
It brings together a high-quality mix of people with shared interests across sustainable business, impact investing, clean innovation, and future-focused industries. The environment is designed for meaningful conversations, valuable introductions, and real opportunities.
The focus is on quality over quantity—helping attendees build partnerships, secure investment, and create long-term business relationships.
There are no panels or presentations—just a professional setting where conversations flow naturally and connections happen organically.
## **Who Should Attend?**
* Founders and entrepreneurs building sustainable businesses
* Investors, angels, VCs, and family offices seeking ESG and impact opportunities
* Corporate professionals, consultants, and advisors in sustainability and innovation
* Anyone interested in future-focused business, growth, and responsible investment
## **Why Attend?**
In London, the right introductions can create real opportunities.
As sustainability becomes a priority for investors, companies, and consumers, this event is highly relevant for those building the next generation of responsible businesses.
Sustainability Connector® creates a setting where conversations are intentional, relevant, and commercially valuable.
## **Event Details 🕒**
📅 **Date:** 14th May ⏰ **Time:** 17:00 – Event Start 📍 **Venue:** U9, Piccadilly, London
✔️ Fully hosted ✔️ Free-format networking ✔️ Curated guest list for high-value connections
## **What to Expect**
* High-level networking with sustainability-focused professionals
* Relaxed but purposeful atmosphere
* Conversations that can lead to partnerships, investment, and growth
## **Bonus Access**
Your ticket also includes entry to **London Connector®**, taking place later the same evening—giving you access to a wider professional audience.
## **📲 WhatsApp Group**
On the day of the event, attendees will receive an invitation to join the exclusive event WhatsApp group to continue conversations before and after the event.
## **👔 Dress Code**
Business attire or smart casual. No T-shirts or trainers.
## **ℹ️ Refund Policy**
Advance tickets are discounted and non-refundable but may be transferred to another person if you are unable to attend.
## **📸 Event Disclaimer**
Photos and videos may be taken during the event for use across social media and promotional materials.
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FREE INTRODUCTION TO CERAMIC AT ISLE OF DOGS
**FREE TO MEMBERS, BECAME A MEMBER WHEN YOU ARRIVE**
Sometimes the best therapy is simply slowing down, using your hands, and sharing a moment with kind people. 💛
If life has been a little busy or stressful, why not take a small break in the middle of the week?
Join us for our **free ceramic classes** — a relaxed and friendly space where we make simple clay pieces, chat, laugh, and meet new friends.
You don’t need any experience. Just come as you are and enjoy the moment.
🎨 Playing with clay
💬 Friendly conversations
🌿 A little pause from everyday life
📅 Every Wednesday
⏰ 7–9 pm
Everyone is welcome.
It would be lovely to see you there. 😊
Any questions, call/text Rodrigo +44 7535 272361 or Rita +44 7454 044190
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Free in-person event: Take Control of Your Mental Health
It’s time to take control of your mental health. How do you get rid of stress, anxiety and uncertainty? These emotions are buried deep in your reactive mind. Find out what the reactive mind is, and in the process find yourself.
Have you ever suffered from a traumatic experience, a deep loss or been through a painful breakup? Has your ability to communicate suffered as a result? And after that, even though you "moved on" did you find that things were never quite the same? Have you ever looked at childhood photos, or reminisced your early life and wondered where that happiness and spark went?
Are your emotions out of your own control? Have you ever felt, even if you aren’t aware of it, that possibly you are getting in your own way of your happiness and success? How does this affect your self-confidence?
Find out what is at the root of all stress, anxiety, depression and self-doubt. Find out how and why you hold yourself back from achieving your goals and having the life you have dreamed of. As soon as you learn what is at the root of these unwanted conditions, you’ll see it is something you can DO something about. You will not be labeled or categorized at this MeetUp.
Brunch Social at 17 Arrows Kitchen & Bar
Join us for a relaxed and enjoyable brunch at 17 Arrows Kitchen and Bar!
This is a great opportunity to meet new people, enjoy good food, and ease into the weekend with great conversation. Whether you’re new to the group or it’s your first event, you’ll feel right at home.
Take Control Of Your Life, Freedom From Negative Thoughts & Irrational Emotions
Feeling down? Sometimes depressed? Can't focus? Negativity & stress? Recent losses? Creativity in career and personal life hindered by mental blocks? Sometimes we never fully recover from traumatic experiences.
Whether it was yesterday, last week or a year ago, traumatic experiences - a loss of a loved one, losing a job, a breakup - can leave you scarred. You talk about it and feel a little better, but it never goes away. After you hang up the phone, it's still there; the sadness, the cloud, the over-thinking, the worry, the guilt. You try to focus, but you're blocked. You try to look forward into new experiences, new relationships but a cloud is hanging over you, casting a shadow on what you once considered a bright, cheerful future.
What happened to your courage? Your strength of character? You're 'why not' attitude? Whoever said 'time heals' must have had a special time machine, because after weeks, months, years, you're wondering - when exactly does that kick in? Sometimes it seems like drinking or drugs are the way to go. But they wear off, and now the problem is still there with added side effects from the drugs.
At this free local Meetup event we will talk about:
* What causes grief, anxiety and depression to become chronic.
* Is it possible to regain your joy and happiness even after traumatic experiences?
* How to break away from negativity and focus on the future
* What are the steps to take to get control of your mind and your emotions?
Learn about a safe, gentle, do-it-yourself counseling that can be done in the comfort of your own home.
Let's explore safe, effective solutions for healing from traumatic experiences.
Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to the event. We look forward to seeing you there.
This group is sponsored by the Dianetics & Scientology Life Improvement Center.
Afternoon Musical!
**Tickets are on Sale now $22.00 curtainplayers.org** **please list your seat number in comments . Purchase in E .We also will meet for lunch if interested which is posted separately 😊**
Contra dance May 16 (First Unitarian Universalist Church) note new time!
# **Saturday, May 16, 2026**
**Beginners’ Session 1:30 to 2:00 PM**
**Dancing 2:00 to 4:30 PM**
**Please note that this is an afternoon dance!**
**You are invited to join us for dinner at Olive and Lime (in the church’s back parking lot) after the dance.**
**Kim Thompson, from Athens, will take the mic and we’ll dance to the music of Roscommon Sessions. Kim will lead us through a variety of old and new dances that welcome newbies and delight experienced dancers.**
**Roscommon Sessions, a traditional Irish music quartet from Columbus, Ohio, began their musical journey centered around the energy and spontaneity of Irish sessions. They are excited to bring their lively jigs and reels, a couple of flowing waltzes, and the occasional musical surprise to the All Soles contra dancers!**
**Roscommon Sessions is Steve Steele (guitar), Jim Lindroth (percussion), Carol Metheny (fiddle) and Sarah Sigmon (fiddle).**
**We hope to see you dancing!**
**Location: First Unitarian Universalist Church, 93 W. Weisheimer Road, Columbus, OH 43214.**
**Cost is $10 for adults, $5 ages 12-25.**
**New to dancing? A beginners’ session, from 1:30 to 2:00 PM, will get you started. You will learn some basic figures that will be repeated in the afternoon’s dances. All dances will be taught and no partner is needed. Dancing is from 2:00 to 4:30 PM.**
**Please bring your own refillable water bottle.**
**All Soles Dance upcoming dance dates are, as follows:**
**June 20, 2026**
**Tentative:**
**July 25, 2026–Summer Potluck and Dance**
**No August Dance**
**September 26, 2026**
**October 17, 2026**
**November 21, 2026**
**December 19, 2026**
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