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We will be going to the "Taste of the Junction" festival, this festival features food booths and art installations. If any one wants to stay afterwards Richard will lead an optional tour of the art murals. This is a good place to get colourful photographs. We will be meeting INSIDE Dundas west subway station at the entrance where you pay your fare (by the McDonalds). Richard will be holding a meetup sign. Then we will take bus 40 a short distance to Pacific avenue. Please be on time as Richard doesn't wait long. We request a $2 donation which we donate to the Scott Mission for the homeless. Check out the festival at: https://torontojunction.ca/taste-of-the-junction-2026

Class description: Gentle outdoor yoga + 5-element chime meditation (attune, align, release). All levels welcome. Bring a mat and water. By donation. Short bio: Sinique is the founder of Yakuna Path, a somatic wellness practice that guides you back into relationship with your body and the natural world. She weaves breath, movement, sound, and elemental wisdom into every session. Her outdoor classes blend gentle yoga with a short 10-15 minute-element chime meditation — a simple way to attune, align, and release. Expect to leave feeling grounded, softer in your body, and more present in your day.

🌿☀️ SUMMER WALK TO THE EVERGREEN BRICK WORKS & MARKET ☀️🌿 Ravine Trails, Outdoor Market & One of Toronto’s Best Skyline Lookout Spots Summer is the perfect time to explore some of Toronto’s hidden green spaces — and few places feel as unique as Evergreen Brick Works. Join us for a relaxed social walk from St. Clair down through the ravine trails toward the Brick Works, where nature, history, community, and city views all come together. Even though you’re still in Toronto, parts of this walk feel surprisingly peaceful — shaded forest paths, creeks, birds, hidden trails, and eventually the old industrial buildings of the Brick Works opening up in the middle of the valley. And in the summer? The whole place comes alive. 📲 **Join Our WhatsApp Group:**[ Click here to join](https://chat.whatsapp.com/DRFTkxRlHS4B3IL1lMleUd) *** 🚶‍♂️ What We’ll Do: We’ll begin at St. Clair Station and walk down through the ravine system toward the Brick Works together. Once there, we’ll: 🌿 Explore the outdoor market ☕ Grab drinks, snacks, or lunch 🛍️ Browse local vendors and shops 😊 Sit, relax, and socialize for a bit Afterward, we’ll continue the adventure by walking up to one of the nearby lookout spots for beautiful skyline and valley views. 📸🌆 Then we’ll slowly make our way back together. And if at any point you feel tired or want to head home early, buses run directly from the Brick Works to nearby subway stations — easy and flexible. *** 🌤️ Weather & Expectations This event happens rain or shine. Please come prepared for: ✔️ Outdoor walking trails ✔️ Some hills and stair sections ✔️ Warm summer weather ✔️ A longer walk at a relaxed pace This is more of a social nature walk than a fast-paced hike. *** 🧢 Meetup Details 📍 Meetup Location: We will meet outside St. Clair Subway Station in front of the McDonald's — look for Mathew in his iconic Moose Hat 🫎 ⏰ Meetup Time: 11:00 AM I will only wait 5 minutes. Early is on time. On time is late. 🏁 Ending Spot: Yonge & St. Clair *** 🎟️ Meetup Fee: $5 cash in person or e-transfer to 📧 **mathewmaclean@hotmail.com** This fee helps support the group and allows us to continue hosting events like this. Thank you for supporting community! 💖 *** 🎒 What to Bring 💧 Water 👟 Comfortable walking shoes ☀️ Sunscreen 🧢 Hat or sunglasses 🥨 A snack if you’d like Guests are welcome! *** 🌿 More About the Brick Works From 1889 to the 1980s, the Don Valley Brick Works was one of Canada’s most important brick manufacturing sites, helping build much of Toronto itself. Today, the restored site has become one of the city’s most beloved urban nature spaces — combining historic industrial buildings, markets, trails, gardens, and environmental spaces all in one place. It’s one of those Toronto spots that people always seem surprised they didn’t discover sooner. *** 🌈 Who Is This For? This group is open to anyone who wants to be social and make friends — whether single or not. We also host: 🎬 Movies 🚶 Walks & hikes 🎭 Arts & culture outings 🍽️ Restaurant gatherings There’s always something happening. *** 💛 REMEMBER: You can just show up — or decide on the day if you’re not 100% sure. ⚠️ NOTE: Sometimes things happen and plans may change — please keep an eye out for updates. *** 👤 Organizer: Mathew Questions? Post on the event wall or email 📧 torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com Come for the trails. Stay for the market. Leave feeling like you escaped the city for a few hours without ever leaving Toronto. 🌿✨

Escape the city heat and join us for a classic summer Saturday on **Toronto Island!** We’re heading over for a full day of sun, sand, and sizzling grills. Whether you’re looking to dominate the volleyball court, take a dip in Lake Ontario, or just lounge in the grass with a cold drink, this is the place to be. ### 📍 The Game Plan ***When: **Saturday June 27th! * *** Where: **Toronto Island (Exact picnic site shared with attendees). *** The Vibe: **Relaxed, social, and outdoorsy. ### 🍔 Food & Drink (Potluck Style) This is a** BYOP (Bring Your Own Protein) **and** BYOB* event.* *** What we provide:** We’ve got the essentials covered! We’ll provide the **charcoal, grilling tools plates, napkins, and cutlery. *** What you bring: **Whatever you want to eat! Burgers, skewers, halloumi, or wings—if it fits on a grill, bring it. *** Potluck: **Feel free to bring a side dish, chips, or salad to share with the group! ### 🚴 Activities We aren't just sitting around! Feel free to bring gear for: *** Swimming: **Don’t forget your towel and suit for the beach. *** Biking: **The island is car-free and perfect for a cruise. *** Games: **We'll have some lawn games, but feel free to bring a frisbee or a deck of cards. ### 💳 Logistics & Fees *** Meetup Fee:*** *$5 **(Covers the cost of charcoal, supplies, permits, and the Meetup platform fees. transfer to mech.mandeep@gmail.com or cash at the event.)** *** Transportation: Everyone is responsible for their own ferry or water taxi fare. Pro-tip: Buy your ferry tickets online in advance to skip the long lines! *** First Come, First Served: **Space is limited to keep the group manageable, so grab your spot early! ** Note: **Please drink responsibly and remember that the island is a public park—let’s keep it beautiful and pack out what we pack in! **See you at the docks! **⛴️☀️

**🦋 Neighbourhood Read: Circe by Madeline Miller • Relaxed and Inclusive** We're meeting up to open up a conversation around Circe, our selection by Madeline Miller in a friendly low-key environment, and there is always more to discover in a good book together. No requirement to finish — come wherever you are in the book, and note any characters or moments you want to unpack, and bring your reading experience — since there is no wrong reading and every response is worth hearing. The evening is shaped by who is in the room — with the conversation moving where it naturally wants to go, and the most interesting moments never come from the planned questions. Every session is a good first session — and regular members are consistently enthusiastic about welcoming new readers, the only requirement is showing up ready to talk, and first-timers rarely feel like first-timers for long. ⭐ *"The group is warm and the conversation is always great — the discussion always produces at least one reading I had not considered"* – new to the group --- 💬 A great discussion changes how you see a great book — sign up and bring your reading experience however partial and the rest sorts itself out in the room. The group grows every time someone new joins. 💬

**🍵 Book Discussion Group: Circe by Madeline Miller · Just Bring Yourself** This meetup brings the group together to read from and discuss Madeline Miller's Circe in a casual and welcoming atmosphere, and a good chat is guaranteed. Discussion flows wherever the group takes it — with the conversation often surprising even long-time members, and the format rewards curiosity over expertise. No requirement to finish — come wherever you are in the book, and hold onto your strongest reaction to the text, and bring your reading notes — since every perspective adds something the group would not have without you. You do not need to have been before — and the group tends to make first-timers feel at ease very quickly, nothing beyond the book and your thoughts is needed, and the discussion gets richer with every new reader who joins. --- 🌟 Every book grows when you bring it into a room full of readers — RSVP and come ready to talk and the conversation is always worth showing up for. The evening is better when you are in it. 🌟

**🕺 Let's Dance! Jersey City K-Pop Random Play Dance – BTS Edition** K-pop fans in Jersey City, this one's for you. A casual fan meetup with a random play dance format — music plays, a song is called, and everyone who knows it jumps in. Pure fun, no pressure. **🔞 Adults only — 18+.** Please only RSVP if you are 18 or over. --- 🎶 **What to expect:** - Fan chants, singalongs, and pure concert energy - Celebration vibes ahead of the BTS concert - All levels welcome — know the moves or just vibe along - A chance to meet Jersey City locals who love K-pop as much as you do **Event Details** - **Format:** Live fan meetup with random play dance format - **Vibe:** Concert hype mixed with casual fan energy - **Age:** 18+ only **How It Works** 1. **Come along** – RSVP below and show up on the day. 18+ only. 2. **The music starts** – We go random play dance format. Song called, fans jump in. 3. **BTS set included** – We'll make sure the BTS catalogue gets plenty of play. 4. **Hang and connect** – Chat with other Jersey City K-pop fans between dance rounds. 💡 **Tip:** Bring water — random play dance gets sweaty fast. **Frequently Asked Questions** **Is this really 18+?** Yes — strictly 18+. Please only RSVP if you are 18 or over. **Is this connected to the BTS concert?** This is a fan-organised meetup to celebrate BTS season. Not affiliated with the official concert. **Do I need to come with a group?** Not at all. Most people come solo and meet others on the night. **What should I wear?** Comfortable clothes you can move in. No dress code — just be ready to dance. --- ✨ K-pop fans of Jersey City — this one's yours. RSVP and let's go. 🎶 ✨

**🔥 Let's Dance! New York City K-Pop Random Play Dance – BTS Edition** The BTS concert is almost here — let's warm up the right way. We're getting together for a K-pop random dance party — think random play dance, BTS anthems, and a room full of people who know every move. **🔞 Adults only — 18+.** Please only RSVP if you are 18 or over. --- 🎶 **What to expect:** - Random song calls — jump in when you know the choreo - BTS concert hype with fellow fans - Celebration vibes ahead of the BTS concert - A welcoming crowd of New York City K-pop fans - All levels welcome — know the moves or just vibe along - Fan chants, singalongs, and pure concert energy **Event Details** - **Format:** Casual group dance session – BTS and K-pop hits - **Vibe:** High energy, fan-fuelled, and a lot of fun - **Age:** 18+ only **How It Works** 1. **RSVP and arrive** – Just turn up ready to move. 18+ only. 2. **The music starts** – We go random play dance format. Song called, fans jump in. 3. **BTS set included** – We'll make sure the BTS catalogue gets plenty of play. 4. **Meet the fans** – Connect with New York City locals who love K-pop as much as you. --- ✨ The concert is coming. Let's start the hype now. 👑 ✨

**🫶 Newark K-Pop Dance Meetup – Random Play Dance + BTS Hype!** K-pop fans in Newark, this one's for you. Join fellow K-pop fans for a random play dance session set to BTS and K-pop hits. No experience needed — just energy and a love for the music. **🔞 18+ only.** This is an adults-only event. --- 🎶 **What to expect:** - Random play dance to BTS and K-pop hits - BTS concert hype with fellow fans - A chance to meet Newark locals who love K-pop as much as you do - Random song calls — jump in when you know the choreo **Event Details** - **Format:** In-person random play dance – Newark fans only - **Vibe:** Pure K-pop joy — no judgement, just dancing - **Age:** 18+ only **How It Works** 1. **RSVP and arrive** – Just turn up ready to move. 18+ only. 2. **Random play dance begins** – Music plays, a song gets called, fans who know it jump in. 3. **BTS set included** – We'll make sure the BTS catalogue gets plenty of play. 4. **Meet the fans** – Connect with Newark locals who love K-pop as much as you. 💡 **Tip:** Wear comfortable shoes — you'll be on your feet the whole time. --- ✨ Random dance, BTS vibes, great people. What more do you need? 🎵 ✨

Two classic comedies. Two stories of disguise, performance, and what happens when identity refuses to stay neatly contained. From the sun- soaked chaos of Saint-Tropez to the rapid-fire brilliance of classic Hollywood, La Cage aux Folles and Some Like It Hot use humour to push boundaries, challenge expectations, and deliver some of the most memorable characters in film history. Smart, stylish, and still ahead of their time, this is comedy with something to say, and exactly the kind of double feature that comes alive on the big screen with a crowd! Purchase Tickets Here:

Join us as we get together for a CAPA Summer Movie event to see the romantic, funny, heartwarming, feel-good classic, PRETTY WOMAN! Julia Roberts and Richard Gere star in this modern-day fairy-tale romance! Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: A wealthy corporate raider hires a Hollywood escort as his date for a week of high-society business events. But what starts as a business transaction blossoms into genuine love, challenging both of their lives and leading to an unexpected romance. The film is directed by Garry Marshall and stars Richard Gere, Julia Roberts, Héctor Elizondo, Ralph Bellamy (in his final performance), Laura San Giacomo and Jason Alexander. MINI TRAILER: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K-JghOdhAwc](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K-JghOdhAwc) SHORT BONUS CLIP #1 - DIRECTOR GARRY MARSHALL Recalls Famous Scenes from the Film: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HpIMOzieGPs](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HpIMOzieGPs) SHORT BONUS CLIP #2 - RICHARD GERE on the Film’s Impact all these years later: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O0T3O94dAA8](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O0T3O94dAA8) SHORT BONUS CLIP #3 - JULIA ROBERTS Remembers a Gift from Director Garry Marshall: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pJ4AZSjbMsA](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pJ4AZSjbMsA) BUZZ & ACCLAIM: A huge box office hit at the time of its release, PRETTY WOMAN has since gone on to become a modern-day classic! The film catapulted Julia Roberts to superstardom and earned her a Golden Globe for Best Actress and her first Oscar nomination! Critics praise Julia Roberts’ star-making performance, the undeniable chemistry between her and Richard Gere, and its warm, funny feel-good story about kindness, self-worth and transformation! The film’s “intelligence and wit,” “first-class performances” and “sharp, funny script” have made Pretty Woman a classic and truly “something special!” THE OHIO THEATRE: The Ohio Theatre is located at 39 E. State Street, between 3rd and High Streets, across the street from the Ohio Statehouse. From classical music to modern dance, yearly family traditions to hot concerts, the world’s best artists come to the 2,791-seat, historic Ohio Theatre. The breathtaking details (including the 21-foot-high chandelier!) of its opulent, Spanish-Baroque architecture make any night at the Ohio Theater an event to remember! PRE-SHOW ENTERTAINMENT: Now celebrating his 33rd year as featured organist for the CAPA Summer Movie Series, Clark Wilson will again provide pre-show entertainment at the keyboards and controls of the Ohio Theatre’s treasured “Mighty Morton” theatre organ 30 minutes prior to each screening. PARKING: Parking is available at Columbus Commons Parking Garage off 3rd or Rich Streets or in Statehouse Parking Garage off 3rd Street. You can find out more about parking in Downtown Columbus by visiting the Downtown Columbus website. PLAN: Purchase your ticket for the 7:30pm showing and we’ll meet outside the theater between 6:50 and 7:00pm. We’ll head in at 7pm to get good seats and enjoy the pre-show organ music! TICKETS: Tickets just $6 adult / $5 senior! Parking is available under the Capital building, in the nearby garage, or on the nearby streets. You can purchase your ticket at the box office on the day of the event or online here: [https://www.capa.com/capa-summer-movie-series/](https://www.capa.com/capa-summer-movie-series/) Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

We meet to learn and practice American Sign Language and to grow our familiarity with Deaf culture. Facilitated by hearing folks (with a connection to a professional interpreter) using Deaf-created content. People of all ASL skill levels are welcome! As we learn, we hope to connect more with the Deaf community in Central Ohio. Join us as you're able! Come regularly or just once - whatever you're looking for! Each meetup will explore different topics related to ASL/Deaf culture, and will feature time to practice conversation with one another. Just bring yourself and a willingness to learn!

Join us for a fun and relaxing brunch at Carfagna’s! Come enjoy delicious Italian food, great conversation, and a chance to connect with other amazing women in a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Whether you’re new to the group or a familiar face, we’d love to see you there. Please RSVP early so we can plan seating. Looking forward to a great brunch together!

How do we recover from having had a toxic or narcissistic ex? How do we move on from the past, especially something as traumatic as a divorce or breakup? How do we avoid anxiety and depression? How do we have more self esteem? In this meeting, you will learn the mental health secrets to help you quickly get over the past and heal your mind. Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there. This group is created by the Dianetics & Scientology life improvement center.

Come join us for lunch together at Bendi Wok, one of my favorites!