Fan Fiction

Hi everyone, in March for our Spring/ nature theme we’ll be reading The Overstory. Synopsis below: ** WINNER OF THE PULITZER PRIZE FOR FICTION 2019 ** 'It changed how I thought about the Earth and our place in it' Barack Obama 'Really, just one of the best novels, period' Ann Patchett A wondrous, exhilarating novel about nine strangers brought together by an unfolding natural catastrophe. The perfect literary escape. An artist inherits a hundred years of photographic portraits, all of the same doomed American chestnut. A hard-partying undergraduate in the late 1980s electrocutes herself, dies, and is sent back into life by creatures of air and light. A hearing- and speech-impaired scientist discovers that trees are communicating with one another. An Air Force crewmember in the Vietnam War is shot out of the sky, then saved by falling into a banyan. This is the story of these and five other strangers, each summoned in different ways by the natural world, who are brought together in a last stand to save it from catastrophe. 'It's not possible for Powers to write an uninteresting book' Margaret Atwood 'Radical and exciting' Jessie Burton 'Breathtaking' Barbara Kingsolver See you on 26th 🍹 Steph & Christina

Star Trek has finally landed at the Science Museum! Grab your FREE general admission ticket for 6:45pm [here ](https://www.sciencemuseum.org.uk/see-and-do/star-trek-lates)and meet just after the ticket desks in the Science Museum. (Our organisers Daniel and Donna will be in cosplay wearing our USS Londonium badges) We'll proceed to the exhibit at 7:00pm. Cosplay is always encouraged and optional! **Follow us on Instagram:** [@uss_londonium](https://www.instagram.com/uss_londonium/) **Star Trek Lates tickets & info:** [https://www.sciencemuseum.org.uk/see-and-do/star-trek-lates](https://www.sciencemuseum.org.uk/see-and-do/star-trek-lates) 📆 Thursday 26th March 2026 ⌚7:00pm (Get your ticket for 6:45pm if possible) 📍Science Museum Exhibition Road, South Kensington London, SW7 2DD **Find us:** We will meet just after the ticket desks in the Science Museum, then proceed to the exhibit at 7:00pm.

# Calling all *Star Trek* fans—join us to launch our 60th anniversary celebrations for this iconic science fiction franchise with a very special *Lates.* In this after-hours event, get exclusive first access to the new *Star Trek Trail* at the Science Museum and a whole host of unique *Star Trek* themed experiences—for one night only. We’re teaming up with out-of-this-world DJs, musicians, scientists, speakers, and performers to put on an extravaganza of a launch party to celebrate this unique collaboration—it would be highly illogical to miss out. * Get first access to the *Star Trek Trail* with incredible objects from the much-loved franchise’s archives and discover the behind-the-scenes details of the trail’s creation * Dress up as your favourite character and strut the iconic costume catwalk in *Energy Hall* * Be among the first to shop our exclusive *Star Trek* 60th anniversary products * Pose for a photo in our 360 Enterprise Bridge experience * Beam aboard for a night of comedy at the Maths Stage * From augments to replicators, discover the big science questions of *Star Trek* and what cutting edge research says about them today. Plus, you'll get a chance to explore all our free galleries at night. ## **Admission Details:** * **GET YOUR FREE TICKET FROM** https://www.sciencemuseum.org.uk/see-and-do/star-trek-lates **SCHEDULE:** 🕖 **Until 6:45pm-7:15 PM**: Meet us **inside** the next to the MEETING POINT SIGN just past the entry barriers **🕤8:30pm:** RECONVENE AT energy cafe upstairs **🕤9:30pm:** RECONVENE AT energy cafe upstairs ### Important Details * **Dress Code**: Smart casual; no athletic tracksuits or sports trainers. * **Bring ID** for entry to the bar venues. * **More Info**: Check the event page for additional details. * **Join up now** \- if we have a lot of sign ups we may introduce a fee for any additional new joiners \(through the meetup RSVP system\)\. Avoid this by signing up early * **WARNING:** I cannot stress strongly enough about turning up on time as described. I won't be answering any messages or calls from late comers. 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**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/45203 **Game Description:** 3 mins walk from either West Silvertown or Pontoon Dock DLR station. Free parking onsite. ⏰ Please aim to come 10 mins earlier so that we can get going as soon as possible at 8:30 PM. Who this session is more suitable for •🧘‍♂️🩹🛡️ Comeback / Recovery — lower impact to protect joints while finding your rhythm again •🏃🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️Athletes from other sports ⚽️🏉🏸wanting to try basketball. •🔋🎯🏃 Conditioning & Touch — keep cardio up and your shot warm between league nights •🤝🤝 🤝 Basketball fans who just want to have some fun and make friends with like-minded people All abilities are welcomed. It would still be beneficial if you know the basic rules of basketball and have played some basketball before. We aim the maximise fun and playing time while minimise potential for any basketball injuries. I also run a few other mixed abilities sessions every week. If you prefer to play a bit more competitively, feel free to join my WhatsApp group with other 600+ ballers to keep updated of future sessions. https://chat.whatsapp.com/EtHAq8ycmea9EwtvgTsQPo?mode=wwt Welcome to our good vibes, lower contact, and conditioning 🏀 run. We’ll shape the session to the sign-ups so everyone gets maximum court time and we make the most of the 90 mins. You’ll head home energised, improved, and happy—not wiped out on a weekday night. ⏳🚫 Sideline standing is kept to a minimum—no more long waits for your turn at the park. Come get your shots up and leave smiling.😊 Rules Depending on the number of sign ups the format may look like below. As a general rule (but we are flexible and we can mix the formats up as well): 1-7 players -> FIBA 3x3 8-9 players -> FIBA 4v4 10-11 players -> 5v5 full court run 12-15 players -> FIBA 3x3 (both courts going with at most one sub) 16- 20 players-> FIBA 4v4 (both courts going at the same time with maximum 1 sub per team)

The MILDMAY CLUB, Newington Green Hackney based publisher, Indie Novella, are hosting a monthly in-person Writing Group in Stoke Newington, London. This is open for anyone working on a novel who is looking for a supportive group to provide advice and help to take it forward, be it if you’re struggling with writer’s block or you’re looking to submit to a literary agent and want to bounce around some ideas. The format will be in two parts. The first hour will be led by Indie Novella editor and author, Damien Mosley, focusing on a specific writing related topic. The first week at the Mildmay Club this will be the challenges of structuring our novel and we can discuss issues we face regarding plotting or where to begin or share examples which inspire us. The second hour each month will be dedicated to peer reviewing a sample of our writing. Authors Rose Diell and John McMenemie spoke of the importance of Writing Circles in helping writers develop at Stoke Newington Literary Festival and as such we hope this monthly space will allow writers to convene and share their experiences. Those interested please do come along. We do review one of the group's work each month and we can add you to the email list if you email [info@indienovella.co.uk](mailto:info@indienovella.co.uk).

Would you enjoy a relaxed evening chatting about distant galaxies, epic quests, and everything in between? If so, we’d love to meet you. Our next gathering takes place on **Saturday 28th March from 6pm** at **The Mad Hatter**, just by Blackfriars Bridge. Drop in, say hello, and join us for a drink. We’re a long‑running group that’s been meeting since **1998**—long before meetup sites were even a thing. Over the years we’ve done it all: celebrity meet‑and‑greets, convention trips, RPG campaigns, cinema outings, LARPs, and plenty more. These pub nights are all about easygoing conversation and connecting with fellow Sci‑Fi and Fantasy fans. To help break the ice, we’ll be running a light‑hearted team quiz at **8.30pm**. There’s no fee to attend—just pay for whatever food or drink you order at the venue.

Get ready to network with fellow Indian professionals in Central London, come meet inspiring individuals, discover new opportunities, and be part of a growing professional community that celebrates culture, collaboration, and career growth. 📅 Date: Friday, 27th March 2026 🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 11:00 PM 📍RSVP & Registration - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1982879648406 📍 Venue: Masakali London, 48 Stanhope St, London, NW1 3EX 👔 Dress Code: Smart Casual 📝 RSVP: Free registration online Nearest Transport: Great Portland Street (Metropolitan, Circle and Hammersmith) Event inclusive: Free Entry \| Open Mic \| Open Networking and Meetup PAYG Food & Drinks

Location: Ark Walworth Academy Shorncliffe Rd, London SE1 5UJ There will be 24 hours cancellation policy. If you can't make it please update your RSVP 24 hours before the session. Anytime under 24 hours and you will be responsible for paying for the session. The session fee is £15 per 3 hours make a payment to: Monzo Personal account Alvin John Rompe Sort code: 04-00-04 acct number: 29786770

If you're looking for a laid back Saturday playing some board games and talking nerd stuff in a pub with some awesome people, this is the meetup for you! Whether you're new to London or just want to get some long-lost in-person socialisation, we're a friendly community and welcome you all. **What to expect:** We officially play from **2 PM to 7 PM**, but we keep it casual. Show up when you can, and stay as long as you like. If you’re having a good time, there’s usually a group that stays late for a few extra pints and chat. **Some house rules:** * We aim to ensure these events are friendly, welcoming and safe, and so we ask you abide by our [Code of Conduct](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1YEl0gv61SkBFN-YF6fyVvuQYicWbWhRL/view?usp=drive_link) * We have a community box of games we keep in the pub, but please feel welcome to bring your own games along. Just be prepared to teach us how to play! * We don't charge a cover fee, so please help support the pub by ordering food and drink throughout the afternoon. * Please keep your RSVPs updated so we can manage numbers and ensure we can reserve enough tables.

YOU CAN BOOK YOUR SPOT HERE: https://www.writeandpint.com/events/catharsis-how-to-achieve-emotional-revelation-and-release-in-creative-writing-food-drinks-a-free-book-a-pub-quiz ... Hello there! WHOEVER you are, you’re warmly invited to join us for a full-day creative writing workshop ✍️ with food & drink 🍴☕🍷, literary handouts 📖, and a bit of fun thrown in for good measure 🎉 Together, we’ll be exploring **Catharsis in Writing**: how stories, poems, and personal reflections can help us feel, release, and understand emotion. Over the course of the day, we’ll focus on **three key pathways to catharsis**: 1. **Interpersonal conflict** – tension between characters or people that is resolved, giving emotional release. 2. **Against-all-odds achievement** – following a protagonist (or yourself) through struggle toward success or triumph. 3. **Grief and letting go** – confronting loss and finding a sense of closure or understanding. Throughout the day, we’ll work with poetry, prose, memoir, hybrid forms, and even playful fragments, reading widely, writing freely, and following curiosity wherever it leads. By the end of the day, you’ll leave with new writing, ideas sparked, drafts begun, and plenty to keep working with long after the workshop ends. **What’s the plan? 🗓️** * **Start the day with teas/coffees ☕** and a gentle warm-up writing session ✍️ * **Break for brunch 🥐** at the Reliance Pub * **Settle into reading, discussion, and supported exploration**, experimenting with the three catharsis pathways 💬 * **Wind down with a late afternoon/early evening drink 🍺🍷🥤** * **Finish with a mini pub quiz 🧠🍻** purely for fun **When:** Saturday 28th March, 11am – 5pm **What’s included? 🎁** * A full day of creative writing workshops & exercises ✨ * Tea or coffee to start ☕ * A Reliance Pub brunch platter 🥗 * A late-afternoon/early-evening drink 🍻 * Thoughtful literary handouts 📄 * A little pub quiz 🧠🍻 for fun **What do you need to bring? 🎒** * Yourself 🙌 * A pen & pad 🖊️📓 (or a laptop 💻 if you prefer) **Our style 🌱** We create a friendly, supportive, and inclusive atmosphere 💜 Everybody is welcome — no experience necessary 🌈 No pressure to share or perform 🙅‍♂️ You can take part quietly, actively, or anywhere in between. If you have questions, feel free to text me on 📱 +44 (0) 7534 981 636 and I’ll do my best to help. Warm wishes 🌞, Sean A Write & a Pint

Join us at the top of the biggest bookshop in Europe to work in company on your own writing, be it a book, blog, screenplay, dissertation, poem, song, coursework, memoir, play, journal, travel writing, work stuff or anything else. Newcomers always welcome. No one will see what you're writing or give you unsolicited advice. Same format as Saturdays but an hour later, please sign up below and arrive by 12.30. WHERE? FIFTH FLOOR CAFÉ, Floor 5, Waterstones, 203-206 Piccadilly, W1J 9LE TIMINGS:- 12.00 - Shop and café open 12:30 - Host will be there. Say hello, especially if you’re new. 12.40 - Brief introductions from everybody - your name and what you’re working on 12:45 - Timer starts: write for 45 minutes 13:30 – Break, chat to your neighbours if you like 13:45 - Timer starts: write for 45 minutes 14:30 - The End…feel free to stay and keep writing or chat some more. Bring whatever you need to be able to write. It’s a café, there’s some noise so earbuds/headphones/earplugs are handy. There’s very few mains sockets so charged-up laptops are a good idea too. And please remember everybody, thank our venue by buying a drink or food, and don’t consume anything from outside while you're here. IF YOU ARRIVE AFTER 12.45 - everyone will be quiet and writing. If there's no spare places ASK THE CAFE STAFF, they may be able to seat you in the adjacent restaurant section (without having to buy food). If not then there's sofas on the sales floors below as well as one cafe at the back of the ground floor and another in the basement. The hosts won't have any other alternatives to offer you. Please feel free to join us for the break and afterwards. We’re looking forward to writing with you, your hosts, Sarah, Nick, Laura and Anna

Attend a free seminar on how to have successful and lasting relationships. At this seminar you will learn: How to spot and handle negative and toxic relationships. How to get through the "rough patches" in a relationship. How to choose the right people to work with. The three things that make or break any relationship. How to make a good relationship great. All are welcome. Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there. Hosted by the Dianetics and Scientology Life Improvement Center of Central Ohio.

This is a free, in-person meeting on the subject of betrayals, losses and how to get over them so you can build lasting relationships. Burdened by a stressful relationship? Unhealthy relationships can trigger feelings of anger, despair or self-doubt. They can create dwindling spirals of fights and seeking to make-up, or trying to “pin the blame” on someone or something. If you don’t find the RIGHT reasons, or select the correct sources of the problem, the problem can just get worse and worse. Whether in love or personal ties, with friends or at work, our life really IS affected by the quality of our relationships. Good ones can promote pleasure and survival while less optimum ones can lead to annoyance, anger, self-doubt, stress, or even affect our health and ability to survive well. Whether you are suffering from a divorce, or a painful break-up, don’t know who to trust (or who to CHOOSE) as a partner, friend, boss or employee - the anxiety of relationship troubles can really make a mess of things. Maybe you’ve suffered a betrayal, or are dealing with hostility or criticalness or invalidation. Dwindling relationships can involve destructive behavior, where we hurt those we love, or start succumbing to self-destructive thoughts, attitudes or behaviors that spiral out of control and affect much more than our immediate relationship. Past losses in love or life can affect how we act or react to new people and situations and hold us back from even starting to create new, possibly great relationships! How can one get back onto a saner course of action? Come to our Meetup, where we can introduce you to some of the knowledge, tools and techniques of the breakthroughs in the field of the mind that we can apply to this ever important area of life: human relationships! Break free from self imposed limitations Here we will discuss: • How to “erase” the trauma of past hurts and betrayals so that one isn’t always repeating past mistakes. • Why and how do the negative emotions of others affect you? • Why is my partner withdrawing and what can I do about it? • Why do we sometimes feel compelled to hurt the ones we love? • Fights & arguments - what's really behind them? • What underlies “corrosive criticism” or the need to invalidate self or others? • How one can stably change one’s outlook on life so they can affect positive change? • Where do compulsive destructive behaviors come from and what can be done about them? • How to form closer bonds & keep growing the relationships with the people you care about? • How to enhance one’s own ability to survive and create positive healthy relationships whether in love, family & friendships or in work, business or one’s career? Relationships can be hard and life itself IS challenging. Why not arm yourself with the knowledge and breakthroughs that have been made about the mind, mental reactions & interpersonal relationships, so that one has better awareness and control over themselves and life in general. Learn where painful experiences are “stored” and how they can unknowingly affect us. You will also find out how one can “erase” those past painful experiences so that one is free to move forward without being tripped up by the past. Learn too, about what can lead some people to become “toxic” personalities and how to identify those traits in others so you won’t be tripped up trusting the wrong person. Our free Meet-ups occur in a safe environment where one can learn, without fear of judgment or criticism, and without the recommendation of harmful mental techniques or therapies, just how YOU can get yourself onto a happier & more successful path: in love & in life. We look forward to having you join us! This class is sponsored by the Dianetics & Scientology Life Improvement Center of Central Ohio.

Central Ohio Radio Enthusiasts—CORE—is an informal community for anyone enthusiastic or curious about radio—whether you're new to radio and want to learn or you've been tinkering for years and want to share. Ham radio operators, GMRS users, Meshtastic fans, software-defined radio nerds, makers, and technical and non-technical folks are all welcome. No experience required or expected. This month we have **WiFi HaLow: Introduction and Practical Use** with **Alex Barbur**. Details are are [core.radio](https://core.radio).

http://photos2.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/2/a/9/6/600_348310902.jpeg Instructor - Crow, HPS Class fee is $30 at the door or approved exchange RSVP with Advance pay of $25 (discounted) by PayPal on the web or by contacting Enchanted Elements (614) 437-2642. Reservations made directly to Enchanted Elements will be added to the class list manually not online. Private Instruction ~ Closed to the Public ~ Initiated Members Only Please come prepared for ritual. Blessings ~ Crow