Art Exhibit

Hello everyone! Join us for our next meetup! Bring along any art or craft you’re currently working on, drawing, painting, knitting, writing, or anything else, and enjoy a relaxed, creative hangout together. Date: June 21st Time: 2 pm Place: EglintonPark (200 Eglinton Ave W) We'll be sitting on the north side of the park, along Roselawn Ave, across from the baseball diamond! \*Note: If you RSVP 'yes' but aren't able to make it, please try to change it to "no". This will allow people on the waitlist to join in!

Come join us for downtown karaoke at the Harmony Cafe in super trendy Kensington. If this is your first time, expect to make friends. 😊 Belt out your favorite pop songs, heavy metal, rap, musical theatre, or join in on the ensemble cast while serenading the crowd with boy band hits. We expect to go way past midnight, can you? (You don't have to lol) The Harmony cafe has a variety of alcoholic and non alcoholic libations, cocktails, and baked goods so have a bite late! This night your host is AJ \- Make sure to get your name added to the list\! Our Karaoke machine is connected to YouTube so song selection is pretty much UNLIMITED 😵 \! (っ＾▿＾)۶🍸🌟🍺٩(˘◡˘ ) ======== **Support This Group 🥰🤩** We hope you're enjoying the Arts & Rec events! If you'd like to give support, please consider making a small Ko-fi donation of $5-10 USD at [https://www.ko-fi.com/artsnrectoronto](https://www.ko-fi.com/artsnrectoronto.)

***\*\*\*This class is open to all levels, weather permitting; in an event of poor weather conditions class will be changed to a regular class\*\*\**** **Come workout, have fun, relieve your stress, and meet your fellow neighbours!** Welcoming interested people to join our FREE classes every Tuesday evening from 7:00pm to 9:00pm and every Sunday afternoon from 2:30PM-4:30PM near Bathurst/Lake Shore area. Classes are led by our event organizer, Master **Dave Crook**, a seasoned 4th degree black belt Hapkido practitioner from a respected academy with many years of experience in this art and various others. **About this form of martial arts:** Hapkido is a hybrid Korean martial art. It is a form of self-defense that employs joint locks, grappling, throwing techniques, kicks, punches, and other striking attacks. **How to join:** Join this group/event and directly message me with your interest. **Q: Is this completely FREE?** A: Yes, classes/lessons are completely FREE **Q: Do I require a gi/uniform to participate?** A: Gi is completely optional, only required when doing groundwork grappling/throw techniques **Q: Are there grading and belt progression?** A: Yes, there are grading and belts, which will cost $30 just to cover the cost, testing will done when YOU are comfortable and ready! **Current Martial Artists Belt Status:** 1x Masters - 4th Degree Black Belt 1x Yellow Belt (former red belt) 1x Yellow Stripe Belt 134x White Belts **Belt Colours - Progression in Descending Order:** * White Belt * Yellow Stripe Belt * Yellow Belt * Orange Stripe Belt * Orange Belt * Green Stripe Belt * Green Belt * Blue Stripe Belt * Blue Belt * Red Stripe Belt * Red Belt * Black Stripe Belt * Black Belt **Curriculum of Techniques** **White Belt to Yellow Stripe:** **Strikes (all strikes from left wrist grab, striking with right)** 1\. Sword Strike to Clavicle 2\. Nunchuk Strike to Temple 3\. Companion Sword Strike with Elbow Strike to Solar Plexus 4\. Spear Hand to Femoral Artery 5\. Palm Strike to Floating Rib 6\. Spear Hand to Trachea **Breakaways (all breakaways from right wrist grab)** 1\. Latissimus Dorsi push with bucking back fist 2\. When pulled with bucking back fist 3\. When pushed with bucking back fist 4\. Downward break away with elbow strike 5\. Live\-hand tricept push up with elbow strike 6\. Assisted tricept push\-up with elbow strike **Take Downs (performed both sides)** 1\. Pivot throw Joint Locks (all joint locks from right wrist grab) 1\. 'Kul Nut Key' to elbow 2\. 'Kul Nut Key' to elbow 45 degrees 3\. One inch bow 4\. Side wrist lock \- bend elbow 5\. Side elbow lock 6\. Elbow lock controlled **Escapes From Mounted Position (all from opponent on mount position - performed both sides)** 1\. Escape to Mount 2\. Escape to Guard 3\. As punches are received \- buck \- single arm hook \- roll 4\. As punches are received \- buck \- shoulder walk \- two arm hook \- guard 5\. Escape when head is locked 6\. Escape when head is locked with high mount **Kicks (both sides)** 1\. Side kick **To learn more about Hwa Won Yue Hapkido visit our website here:** http://www.hapkidohwawonyue.ca/toronto.html#

Join us for a Toronto meetup of creative coders! Instead of our usual show-and-tell, this will be a **work session!** If you're looking for some motivation to tinker on a creative project, now's your chance! **What is creative code?** *Creative coding* refers to anything with an artistic component that uses code as a medium. We welcome artists who use code (for visuals, audio, poetry, or whatever else), designers, animators, toolmakers, researchers, or just enjoyers and people looking to learn more! **Location:** Impact Kitchen on Queens Quay (88 Queens Quay W, Toronto, ON M5J 0B6) **Join our discord** if you want to talk to everyone before/after the event, or have any suggestions for things you'd like to see or do! [https://discord.gg/ux9txXPsdJ](https://discord.gg/ux9txXPsdJ)

Join Lawrence, your top hatted host, for an afternoon Harbourfront experiences, Indigenous Music and starting off with a beer. At 2 pm, we will meet-up inside Boxcar Social for a beer. https://boxcarsocial.ca/pages/harbourfront At 2:30 pmish, we will go check-out A City in Celebration Mural Patrick Lightheart. https://harbourfrontcentre.com/event/a-city-in-celebration-mural/ Then we will queue up to see Canada Soccer House Afterwards, we will see the Olmec Cup: The First Ball Game statue https://harbourfrontcentre.com/event/olmec-cup-the-first-ball-game/ Then the Sport Chek Harbourfront FC Floating Pitch https://www.sportchekharbourfrontfc.com/ At 3:30, we will walk west to the Toronto Music Garden to hear The Sovereignty of Song by Metis artist Julie Lumsden https://harbourfrontcentre.com/event/the-sovereignty-of-song-smig-2026/ After her performance, we will walk towards Ireland park where there is a great spot to take a skyline pic. https://www.canadairelandfoundation.com/explore/ireland-park/ Then we will take the Billy Bishop shuttle bus to Union Station. https://www.billybishopairport.com/to-from/shuttle/ If you want to continue your adventure on your own, these locations are nearby. Little Norway Park and the Norwegian Boulder https://www.toronto.ca/explore-enjoy/parks-recreation/places-spaces/parks-and-recreation-facilities/location/?id=128

Workshop Highlights:** - Step-by-step guidance on traditional mud and mirror techniques - Create two stunning 6-inch Lippan art pieces to take home - Expert instruction from a seasoned artisan - All materials provided. text @ 437-607-3673 for more info.

On **Sunday June 21st,** **see the final ballet of the Season - Maddaddam, a joint effort with The Royal Ballet in the UK!** To experience *MADDADDAM* is to be immersed in the imagination and unflinching moral acuity of Canada’s Margaret Atwood on subjects of rampant technological experimentation, colonialism and greed. Wayne McGregor’s 2022 co-production with The Royal Ballet brings Atwood’s post-apocalyptic MaddAddam trilogy to life, exploring themes of extinction and invention, hubris and humanity, spliced together with Atwood’s signature activism and connection to Canada. Scored by one of the greatest living composers, Max Richter, *MADDADDAM* is an unforgettable production for our time. My seat is Ring 3, Row C seat 321 and I hope there may be some takers. **Purchase Maddaddam on Sunday June 21st at 2pm.** **COST** Regular: $56 - 264 includes taxes and fees. Rush: A limited number of tickets will go on sale at 11:00am on the day of the performance, subject to availability. Discounts vary per performance. Rush tickets are limited to two per person and can be purchased over the phone at 416 345 9595 or in person at the Four Seasons Centre Box Office, 145 Queen Street West. Meetup fee: $5 Ticket Policy: Sales are final and non-refundable. **SIGNING-UP** * **Simply RSVP Yes, [purchase](https://my.ballet.ca/3197/3206) your ticket and post your seat number and I will move you to attending.** * If you plan to buy RUSH, please state that in your RSVP, so I can include you in the pre-mail and we can meet you. * RSVPs close 1 day prior, and cancellations after will result in a No Show and impact future attendance. * A reminder will go out the day before with my cell and details when to meet, etc. ‐‐----‐----‐‐-------------‐----------- **MEETUP TIME** **Meet me at 1:45pm** **along the right glass wall, after scanning your tickets and entering The Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts at 145 Queen St. W.** **Ballet start time: 2pm** Length: 2 hours 25 mins (incl. 2 intermissions) Enjoy and please post your Comments after!

Hello everyone, **\*\*Kindly Read Carefully\*\*** Please join me and my other groups for a wonderful leisure nature walk along the **Humber River** meeting out front of **Old Mill Station and Bloor.** A beautiful, breathtaking walk for all nature enthusiasts. We will meet at the Corner of **Bloor Street W. and Old Mill Tr.** (North-East Corner) (Just outside of the **Old Mill subway station**) This will give us an opportunity to introduce ourselves as everyone arrives; then make our way down and along the Don River \***Street parking** found along Bloor Street- just west of our meeting spot \*We will most likely go for a bite to eat after too :) Event Details below: Sincerely, Steve Flemming (Organizer/Host) Event Details: **HUMBER RIVER: (Nature Walk & Social Gathering)** (Meet Bloor & Old Mill Station) \*We can stop and rest at different spots along the way, take some photos and share some laughs \*Perhaps play a couple icebreaker games as well to help build some bonds \*This fun, leisure walk will be a great way to make some new connections, appreciate the nature in full bloom, get some fresh air and see the city from a wonderful new perspective :) *Walking of course is great for all of this but why not do it with a little friendly company too :)* \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Event Fee:** 10 dollars (cash only) when you arrive or e transfer in advance to **Steveflemming11@gmail.com** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Time and Location: Where to meet us?** \*Please arrive between 4:00 pm and 4:30 pm (Do your best to arrive early instead of late gang- greatly appreciated) Let's meet at the corner of **Bloor Street W. and Old Mill Tr.** (North-East Corner) (Just a few meters outside of the **Old Mill subway station** towards Bloor. \*Plenty of parking along Bloor Street or simply take the subway \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ***Thanks for reading everyone, remember to RSVP and see you real soon!*** :) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-

🌿🌊 TOMMY THOMPSON PARK WALK & LIGHTHOUSE ADVENTURE 🌊🌿 Wildlife, Skyline Views & One of Toronto’s Most Unique Nature Escapes If you’ve never been to Tommy Thompson Park before, it honestly doesn’t feel like Toronto. Stretching out into Lake Ontario, Tommy Thompson Park is one of the city’s best places to experience nature, open space, and some surprisingly stunning skyline views. Known for birdwatching, wildlife, and peaceful trails, the park is home to over 300 species of birds and has become one of Toronto’s most important urban nature areas. And somehow… even with the city skyline right beside you, it can feel incredibly quiet out there. This is a longer social walk focused on nature, conversation, and exploring some of the park’s hidden corners together. 📲 **Join Our WhatsApp Group:**[ Click here to join](https://chat.whatsapp.com/DRFTkxRlHS4B3IL1lMleUd) \*\*\* 🚶‍♂️ What We’ll Do We’ll begin our walk near the pavilion and make our way through both the main trails and some of the quieter side paths throughout the park. We’ll: 🌿 Explore some off-road nature trails 🌊 Walk along the waterfront 📸 Stop for skyline and lake views 🕊️ Keep an eye out for birds and wildlife 🚨 Head all the way to the lighthouse for a break Afterward, we’ll make our way back through the park together. And for anyone who wants to keep socializing after the walk, we’ll head over to Wendy’s and Tim Hortons nearby for food, drinks, and conversation. ☕🍔 Sometimes the chats after the walk become the best part of the day. \*\*\* ⚠️ Walk Expectations Please note: This is a LONG walk. The full walk will take approximately: ⏰ 3+ hours including breaks You should be comfortable: ✔️ Walking at a steady pace ✔️ Being active for several hours ✔️ Walking on gravel, uneven paths, and nature trails If you are not currently able to walk long distances comfortably, this may not be the best event for you. 🚫 **Also important:** NO DOGS are allowed in the park (park rules, not ours!) \*\*\* 🌦️ Weather & Conditions This event happens rain or shine. Please come prepared for: ☀️ Full sun exposure 💨 Wind near the lake 🌿 Dusty or uneven trails 🥵 Warmer temperatures depending on the weather \*\*\* 🧢 Meetup Details 📍 Meetup Location: Beside the pavilion/washrooms near the park entrance 🫎 I’ll be wearing my Moose Hat ⏰ Meetup Time: 11:00 AM I will only wait 5 minutes. Early is on time. On time is late. \*\*\* 🎟️ Meetup Fee: $5 cash in person or e-transfer to 📧 \*\*[mathewmaclean@hotmail.com**](http://mathewmaclean@hotmail.com%2A%2A/) This fee helps support the group and allows us to continue organizing events like this. Thank you for supporting community! 💖

🎬 **Free Outdoor Movie Night: Game Night at Sorauren Park!** 🌙🍿 Looking for a fun, low-key Saturday evening with great company? Join us on **Saturday, June 20** for a free outdoor movie screening of **Game Night** at beautiful Sorauren Park! We'll be gathering before the movie starts, so come early to meet fellow Meetup members, chat, and enjoy a summer evening outdoors. The movie begins at **9:15 PM**, but socializing starts beforehand. Nick will be arriving a bit early and will be easy to find. All registered attendees will have his phone number in case they need help locating the group. 🎥 **About the Movie: Game Night (2018)** Max and Annie's weekly game night takes an unexpected turn when a murder-mystery party becomes a real-life adventure. Packed with twists, laughs, and nonstop chaos, this comedy stars Jason Bateman and Rachel McAdams and has become a fan favorite for its clever writing and hilarious surprises. ⏱️ Runtime: **100 minutes** 🎞️ Trailer: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qmxMAdV6s4U](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qmxMAdV6s4U) 📍 Event Details: Sorauren Park Open-Air Cinema Movie starts: **9:15 PM** Event page: [https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/sorauren-park-summer-open-air-movie-1-tickets-1990645524350](https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/sorauren-park-summer-open-air-movie-1-tickets-1990645524350) 🪑 What to Bring: • Camping chair, lawn chair, or blanket • Snacks and drinks if you'd like • A good sense of humor Well behaved, leashed dogs are welcome too. 💲 Cost: **FREE!** There are no Meetup fees, ticket charges, or any other costs associated with this event. Since attendance is free and space with the group is limited, please **respect your RSVP**. If your plans change, update your RSVP so someone else can join. Remember if unsure of your schedule you can just show up too Come enjoy a hilarious movie, meet some new people, and make the most of a summer night under the stars. Hope to see you there!

\*\***The Toronto History Walks Explorer Pass is available. Get it now for $125.00 for 1 year of unlimited tours, email** **torontohistorywalks@gmail.com** **for more information or for signing up!\*\*** \*\* **Please note: Please e-transfer the ticket price when booking your space for this tour! You can e-transfer to the following email at:** **torontohistorywalks@gmail.com** A shocking story from the Toronto history books. Mercer, the Central Prison, and the Asylum all had stories of abuse of the patients and inmates. Once a person was locked behind the doors of these institutions they were forgotten and shunned. A part of shameful Toronto history. But the history has not been shared with Torontonians willingly. The stories are now just emerging. And these stories will shock walkers. This extensive tour shines a light on the inner workings of these three institutions. We will concentrate on the history of these three, the history and buildings that have survived to this day, and how to tell these stories going forward! What went on behind closed doors would shock even the most shock proof of individuals. Travel back to the time of the Mercer, the Central Prison, and the Provincial Lunatic Asylum! All three within a square mile in west end Toronto. A coincidence, I think not! The tour begins at the northeast corner of Fraser Avenue & King Street West just two blocks east of Dufferin Street on King Street. This tour has a ticket price of $15.00 per person! \*\* **Please note: Please e-transfer the ticket price when booking your space for this tour! You can e-transfer to the following email at:** **torontohistorywalks@gmail.com**

Join us for a relaxing afternoon by the waterfront as we kick off summer with good company, coffee, and live music. We’ll meet at 3:00 PM by the statue at HTO Park, grab a coffee or matcha nearby, and enjoy a scenic walk along the lake to the Toronto Music Garden. At 4:00 PM, we’ll attend The Sovereignty of Song, the opening concert of the 2026 Summer Music in the Garden series. The music event is by indigenous artist Julie Lumsden — a Métis soprano, actor, and storyteller. This is a great opportunity to meet new people, enjoy the outdoors, and experience one of Toronto’s beautiful cultural events. Whether you’re new to the city or simply looking to connect with like-minded people, all are welcome. Schedule: • 3:00 PM – Meet by the statue at HTO Park • Grab coffee or matcha nearby • Walk together to the Toronto Music Garden • 4:00 PM – Enjoy the concert • Optional post-concert hangout The music event is free and open to the public. Check [The Sovereignty of Song Julie Lumsden](https://harbourfrontcentre.com/event/the-sovereignty-of-song-smig-2026/) for more details. Please bring a blanket or something comfortable to sit on, as we’ll be enjoying the concert on the grass in the garden. Looking forward to a lovely afternoon of music, conversation, and waterfront views.

Hi! This is a bi-weekly walk. A chance to get together, meet new people, chat and get some steps in. Hope to see you there :)

**Join us for an afternoon of community art and craft time!** Whether you are looking to carve out dedicated creative time, wanting to get a lingering project across the finish line, or just looking to chat with fellow local makers—this is the space for you. 🧵 **What to Bring** Bring any art or craft project you are currently working on, as long as it is portable and quiet. Think: * **Yarn & Thread:** Knitting, crochet, embroidery, cross-stitch, hand-sewing, mending. * **Paper & Sketching:** Sketchbooks, adult coloring books, watercolors, bullet journaling. * **Digital:** Tablets, iPad drawing, laptop writing/design. * *Please note: Because we are meeting in a shared public space, no power tools, sewing machines, or high-odor materials (like strong solvents or spray glues), please!* **📍 Where to Find Us** * We will be meeting at **Columbus Metropolitan Library - Hilltop Branch** in **Meeting Room 4**. Room is reserved under **CBUS Maker Meetup.** **⏱️ Timeline** * **1:00 PM:** Arrive, grab a seat, get settled, and do a quick round of introductions so we can see what everyone is working on. * **1:15 PM - 3:00 PM:** Open maker time! Chat, craft, relax, and swap creative ideas. **⚠️ A Note on RSVPs** The RSVP count for this event is strictly limited to 10 spots. If your plans change and you can no longer attend, please update your RSVP to "Not Going" as soon as possible so someone on the waitlist can grab your spot. Please try to give at least 48 hours' notice if you need to cancel, allowing folks on the waitlist time to check their schedule. *** **We can't wait to meet you and see what you're making! All skill levels welcome.**

*Sip, Stroll and Shop at Bridge Park!* Join us at North Market Bridge Park Night Market for an evening market in the streets of Bridge Park with 35+ vendors, live music, DORA, entertainment and so much more! What you can find at the Night Market at North Market Bridge Park: *● Independent makers offering hand-made and locally grown products for sale* *● Live Music from DJ* *● DORA beverages from Market Bar featuring beers from Nocterra Brewing Company and local distillery's cocktails. Kitchen Social usually offers yummy themed cocktails, too!* **MEET**: We'll gather at tables inside near the Market Bar. Be sure to check-in first and then groups of us can meander the street vendors. Some may want to do a wine tasting at the wine shop, too.

The ultimate Thursday night out is back. Join us for BAM Thursdays (Bar, Art, and Music) at the Columbus Museum of Art. Live music, great art, delicious bites, vendors and fresh cocktails in the garden space. Limited seating is also available inside Schokko Café (yummy sharable plates). **FEE:** BAM Thursday evenings offer **FREE general admission** from 5:00–9:00 PM. See what’s on view [here](https://www.columbusmuseum.org/art-exhibitions/on-view-now/) (special exhibits are $5.00 fee). **TOUR**: I'll lead a tour of the main museum from 6:30pm til 7pm. FREE **PARKING** behind the museum is $7.00. Nearby parking a little cheaper. **SEATING**: *Tables are available on a first come first serve basis for dining. In the event of inclement weather, BAM Thursdays will move inside to the atrium.* **DRESS**: Summer dressy casual

Let’s meet and wander the galleries! General admission on Sundays is free.

Want to see your work shine and put your pride on display? Then come to July's Creativity Circle! We will be making simple Suncatchers with tissue paper! Seats and supplies limited! Come while you can for as long as you like! Westerville Public Library in Meeting Room D.

*Sorry for the 2 month break but I had to deal with some family member health issues, but we are now back!!* **LOCATION - THE DAILY GROWLER -** **2812 Fishinger Rd, Upper Arlington, OH 43221** Over the years, we’ve heard two requests constantly: 1. A place that was quieter and possibly private. 2. “I wish they accepted Bitcoin.” We’ve finally found a solution to these requests with The Daily Growler. We’ll have access to their private room, and you’ll be able to pay your tab with Bitcoin. Join us for a fun and relaxed social event! Enjoy delicious food and drinks as we chat about the latest news in the Bitcoin world. Everyone is welcome, whether you're looking for guidance, have questions, or just want to meet like-minded people. These social evenings are a great opportunity to make new friends and enhance your experience at the larger events throughout the year. We look forward to seeing you there! PSA: If the attendee RSVP seems low, keep in mind that most of our attendees come from X and not [meetup.com.](http://meetup.com./) You are welcome to come and become a part of our online community. Recordings of past guest speakers are available on our YouTube channel [https://www.youtube.com/@columbusbitcoin](https://www.youtube.com/@columbusbitcoin)

Our monthly meeting will be Sunday June 21st 1-4 PM This will be held at 4049 Garrett W Dr, Columbus, 43214 This is off of Olentangy River Rd, north of Riverside Hospital. This is the home of one of our members. Everyone is welcome - beginner to expert. This is a casual folding session. People will teach a few models.