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Jun 19 | Pickleball Singles Social | Play, Move & Meet
🎾 **KISMETRIX \| True ConnectionFriday Morning Pickleball Social \| Play\, Move & Meet**
Hosted by KISMETRIX \| True Connection
📍 PicklePlay Dingley Village:
352 Boundary Road, Dingley Village, VIC 3172
📅 Every Friday — starting Friday, 8 May 2026
🕙 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Hosted)
### A RELAXED MORNING TO PLAY, CONNECT & MEET NEW PEOPLE
Some of the best conversations don't start with a question…
They start with a game.
Join us every Friday morning for a casual, social pickleball session — where movement, laughter, and connection come naturally.
No pressure. No awkward setups. Just real people, shared moments, and an easy way to start your Friday.
### 🎾 WHAT TO EXPECT
* Casual pickleball games in a friendly, social setting
* Rotating play so you naturally meet different people throughout the morning
* All skill levels welcome — beginners absolutely included
* A relaxed, low-pressure vibe (rallies over scores)
* Paddles available if you don't have your own
* Limited spots to keep the experience social and enjoyable
Come solo or bring a friend — most people attend on their own.
### 💛 WHO THIS IS FOR
* Adult singles who enjoy staying active and meeting new people
* Those who prefer a relaxed, social environment over structured formats
* Beginners curious about pickleball
* People open to connection — whether friendship, community, or something more
* Those who value genuine, in-person connection over apps
This is an inclusive, open event for all adult singles — no age segmentation, no categories. Just everyone in the room, playing together.
### ✨ THE KISMETRIX EXPERIENCE
This is not a typical singles event. It's not speed dating, and it's not about pressure or performance.
At Kismetrix, we create spaces where connection feels natural — through shared experiences, movement, and presence.
At Kismetrix, we create spaces where connection feels natural — through shared experiences, movement, and presence.
* No swiping
* No forced interactions
* No awkward games
* Just real people, in real life
### 🔁 A WEEKLY RHYTHM
This is a recurring Friday morning series. You're welcome to come once, occasionally, or make it part of your week. Familiar faces, easier conversations, and a low-key community that builds naturally over time — no commitment required.
### 📋 WHAT TO BRING
* Comfortable clothes you can move in
* Clean indoor court shoes
* A water bottle
* A relaxed, open mindset
Paddles are available to borrow if you're new or travelling light.
### 💌 AFTER THE EVENT
You'll have the option to stay connected through our "**Continue the Conversation**" form — whether for friendship or something more.
### 🔗 ABOUT KISMETRIX \| TRUE CONNECTION
Kismetrix is a Melbourne-based social experience designed to bring people together in real life. No swiping. No endless texting. Just real people, real conversations, and genuine connection.
### 🔔 IMPORTANT NOTES
* This is a social connection experience — outcomes are never guaranteed
* Respect, boundaries, and consent are essential to maintaining a safe and welcoming space
* Tickets are non-refundable but may be transferable
* Please arrive a few minutes early so we can start on time
**Hosted by**
KISMETRIX \| True Connection
📧 [social@kismetrix.com.au]()
🌐 [www.kismetrix.com.au]()
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By attending this event\, you acknowledge and agree to Kismetrix \| True Connection's Terms & Conditions\, Privacy Policy\, Disclaimer\, and Code of Conduct\.
🗣️ Communicate More Effectively Seminar
🗣️ Communicate More Effectively — Build Confidence, Connection & Clarity 🗣️
Imagine having the confidence to say what you truly mean, improve your relationships, create lasting friendships, and handle life’s conflicts with ease.
🎟️ FREE ADMISSION - [Book Here](https://unlockthepowerofthesubconsciousmindmelbourne.as.me/schedule/175b7acb?ref=fb_integration)
We're looking forward to you joining us for an interactive and inspiring Communication Workshop designed to help you strengthen one of life’s most valuable skills — your ability to communicate.
Our speaker will break down complex ideas into simple, practical tools you can start using right away.
What You’ll Gain:
✅ Expert Guidance – Learn directly from a communication expert and mentor.
✅ Interactive Learning – Participate in activities that build real-world communication skills.
✅ Real Results – Discover long-term strategies to improve how you connect, listen, and express yourself.
💡 Special Offer:
Grab an optional reference booklet at the event for just $7 to take your learning even further!
This isn’t just another sit-and-listen seminar — it’s engaging, hands-on, and conversational. Ask questions anytime and get real answers that apply to your own life.
Community Conversations: The Art of Boredom
The Art of Boredom: Reclaiming Stillness in a Frantic World.
We live in a world of constant stimulation, where time often feels like a commodity that owns us.
Somewhere along the way, with our pace of life we've lost a vital human capacity: the ability to simply sit with our own thoughts and feel "bored." But what happens to our mental health, our creativity, and our relationships when we never pause!
Join us for our next Community Conversation as we explore The Art of Boredom. Our guest sparker will draw on her unique background to help us explore how reclaiming the "unstructured pause" is actually the first step toward building a deeper, more compassionate connection with ourselves and our neighbourhood.
Community Conversations is an initiative of the Boroondara Baha'i community, held monthly, to bring like-minded people together to explore themes around current challenges, strengthen connection and understanding.
This is a free event and all are invited to attend.
Please RSVP to register: https://bit.ly/4tWjlDm
Saturday Morning Walk @ Ruffey Lake Park Templestowe 3106 🙋🏻♀️
Hi Radiant Ladies,
Join us for a refreshing Saturday walk at Ruffey Lake Park.
👭 Walk at your own pace
🐕 Dogs welcome
☕ Coffee after
🌦️ We walk every Saturday (unless it’s pouring)
New ladies welcome. See you!
Leanne & Lyn 💕
Pentridge Palace cinema
Hi all
Fortnightly dinner and movie at Pentridge Palace cinema in Coburg.
Generally get dinner at Jacky Jones then see a fick around 7-7.30pm screening slot.
Hope you can make it
Find Your (Business) Tribe
**Find Your (Business) Tribe -** *Because no great business is built alone.*
(Please note we are collecting RSVPS through multiple platforms for this event, expected attendance is approx 20 people)
They say, *“If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.”* And in business, this couldn’t be more true.
Whether you’re just starting out, growing something exciting, or dreaming up your next big move, this event is about finding the right people to walk alongside you. Think of it as a curated networking night for entrepreneurs, creatives, and business-minded doers who are looking for more than surface-level connections.
Maybe you need a co-founder.
A photographer.
A mentor.
A tech-savvy mate.
An accountability partner.
Or simply a community of like-minded humans who *get it*.
Whatever you’re building, this night is about helping you find your *people*. Your collaborators, supporters, and sounding boards, the ones who help you stay grounded *and* move forward.
Expect meaningful conversations, interactive connection activities, and a space where you don’t have to “pitch” yourself, just show up authentically. Because business gets a whole lot better when you’re surrounded by the right energy.
So, bring your ideas, your questions, and your dreams.
You never know who you’ll meet.
**Your ticket will cover a basic beer, wine, spirit or soft drink on arrival.** Remainder of your ticket will be split to cover costs of running FYT and also charity donation to Sisterworks.
Tickets are required to attend this event.
Please note:
This is not an event for selling, for business cards, or recruitment for direct sales or MLM models. This is an event for genuine connections, friendships, collabs, business partners, business networking, when equally reciprocated on both sides!
Connection Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
The 36 Questions Experiment – Singles (Melbourne) *bookings essential*
What happens when two strangers sit down and ask each other the right questions?
Most people come for the experience.
Some leave with something unexpected.
Join us for a relaxed, thoughtfully designed evening for **singles** who want to meet new people beyond the usual small talk.
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**✨ What to expect:**
* A welcoming, low-pressure atmosphere
* Light mingling and easy icebreakers
* A guided experience based on the famous “36 Questions”
* Time to settle into one meaningful conversation
Unlike traditional speed dating, this isn’t about quick rotations.
It’s about giving a conversation the space to unfold naturally.
You’re free to choose your own partner (or join a small group), or opt for a curated match if you’d prefer a more intentional starting point.
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**🕯 Winter Solstice Edition**
Taking place on the shortest day of the year — a perfect moment to slow down and connect.
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📍 Melbourne
🕒 3:30pm – 5:30pm
📅 Sunday 21 June 2026
🎟 Tickets are limited and released in stages — early booking recommended.
👉 Book here: [https://events.humanitix.com/36-qs-experiment](https://events.humanitix.com/36-qs-experiment)
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Not sure if it’s for you?
Message us on WhatsApp: 0406 259 041
Fundamentals of Authentic Relating - In Tension with Others
It’s easy to feel connected when everything is smooth. But the real test is when there is tension: when something feels off, when boundaries are crossed, or when conflict arises.
Instead of creating distance by avoiding these moments or pushing through them, this workshop is an invitation to stay relational while navigating friction.
You will learn tools to reduce the likelihood of tensions creeping in and the skills to stay in connection when navigating conflicts.
Through structured activities, we will explore what supports honest and resilient relationships, and experiment with how to:
* Become aware of the contexts we operate in
* Limit misunderstandings or unmet expectations that lead to disappointment
* Offer feedback in a way that builds trust
* Stay grounded when someone is impacted by us or coming with a charge
* Navigate our own triggers without collapsing or attacking
* Repair connection after a rupture
The workshop is mostly experiential. You can expect a mix of structured activities in pairs or small groups (50%), facilitated reflection time (30%) and teachings (20%).
We aim to foster a sense of connection, insight, and fun in/between participants.
After the workshop you will be emailed session notes (a summary of teachings, prompts for self reflection, suggestions for integration in daily life etc.)
**TICKETS**
Tickets start at $30.
We’re committed to accessibility and offer further discount if money is a real barrier to attending.
[Book here](https://relational-spaces.com/event/fundamentals-of-authentic-relating-tension-with-others/)
**FUNDAMENTALS OF AUTHENTIC RELATING**
Fundamentals of Authentic Relating (AR) happens every 3rd Saturday of the month.
It’s for people who want to bring more awareness, honesty, and connection into their relationships.
Anyone curious about personal growth, wanting more ease and connection in their interactions, interested in improving their relational skills, or wishing to gain a formal understanding of AR frameworks and mechanics.
Sessions are themed and we’ll begin by exploring how to notice what is happening inside (Feb), followed by listening more deeply (Mar), developing curiosity (Apr), expressing oneself with clarity and courage (May), and navigating boundaries and conflict with care (June).
**YOUR FACILITATOR**
Guillaume has been training in Authentic Relating since 2020, and most recently with ART international (level 4 facilitation certification).
He facilitates online and in-person AR workshops for corporates, training institutions, mental health organisations (Menergy, Island of Men), and at private events and festivals (Confest, Renaissance).
After 15+ years in leadership positions in the corporate world, Guillaume’s focus is now in the relational arts (Authentic Relating, Circling, Non Violent Communication) and therapeutic modalities (counselling, Gestalt psychotherapy). He is the founder of [Relational Spaces](https://relational-spaces.com/) where he supports others in their personal growth both through individual sessions and group facilitation, and the co-creator of Intentional dinner, a space for human connections and a meal.
Jun 20th | Kismetrix Elegant Singles Night @ Valhalla Bar - Melbourne CBD
## ✨ KISMETRIX \| The Valhalla Experience
[Ticketed Event](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/june-20-kismetrix-elegant-singles-night-valhalla-bar-melbourne-cbd-tickets-1989538049864)
### Elegant Singles Night — Back by Popular Demand
📍 **Valhalla Bar (Basement, Olderfleet Building)**
477 Collins Street, Melbourne VIC
📅 **Saturday, 20 June 2026**
🕖 **7:00 PM – 10:00 PM (Hosted)**
🥂 **Welcome Drink Included on Arrival**
### AN ELEGANT NIGHT FOR PEOPLE WHO STILL BELIEVE IN REAL CONNECTION
Some nights feel different the moment you walk in.
The lighting.
The energy.
The conversations that don’t feel forced.
After an incredible response and a sold-out March event, KISMETRIX returns to Valhalla — one of Melbourne’s most beautifully hidden underground cocktail bars — for another refined evening designed for genuine connection.
No interviews across tiny tables.
No chaotic nightclub energy.
No pressure to perform.
Just attractive, grounded people meeting naturally in a space designed for conversation, chemistry, and presence.
This is for those who miss the feeling of meeting someone properly.
### WHY PEOPLE LOVED VALHALLA
Hidden beneath Melbourne’s iconic Olderfleet Building, Valhalla offers a completely different atmosphere to most singles events.
Warm lighting.
Scandinavian-inspired interiors.
Beautiful cocktails.
A room that encourages conversation instead of competing with it.
It feels intimate without being awkward.
Elegant without being pretentious.
Social without feeling exhausting.
And that’s exactly why people asked us to bring it back.
### WHAT TO EXPECT
🥂 A complimentary welcome drink on arrival
✨ A carefully hosted evening with warm introductions
🖤 A sophisticated crowd focused on genuine connection
🎶 Ambient atmosphere where you can actually hear each other speak
🍸 Additional cocktails, wine and bar snacks available throughout the night
🤝 Natural mingling — no forced speed dating rotations
Our hosts will be there throughout the evening to help create a relaxed, welcoming flow and help ease introductions where appropriate.
### WHO THIS EVENT IS FOR
KISMETRIX events are designed for people who value:
• Real-life connection over endless swiping
• Emotional maturity and good conversation
• Intentional social experiences
• Quality energy and respectful interaction
• Meeting people in a more natural environment
You do not need to be extroverted to enjoy this night.
Many guests come solo.
### AGE GROUPS
To help create a balanced social atmosphere, tickets are released across two overlapping age groups:
• **30–48**
• **38–60**
Guests receive colour-coded name tags on arrival to help facilitate smoother introductions throughout the evening.
(Please note: age ranges are guidelines only. We prioritise overall crowd balance and energy.)
### [YOUR TICKET INCLUDES](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/june-20-kismetrix-elegant-singles-night-valhalla-bar-melbourne-cbd-tickets-1989538049864)
Get your ticket [here ](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/june-20-kismetrix-elegant-singles-night-valhalla-bar-melbourne-cbd-tickets-1989538049864)
✔ Entry to KISMETRIX \| Elegant Singles Night at Valhalla
✔ Complimentary welcome drink on arrival
✔ Hosted experience throughout the evening
✔ Access to one of Melbourne’s most unique hidden venues
✔ A thoughtfully curated social atmosphere designed for connection
### A NOTE ABOUT KISMETRIX
KISMETRIX is not built around pressure, games, or superficial interaction.
We create experiences for people seeking something more meaningful — whether that becomes friendship, romance, community, or simply a memorable night surrounded by good people.
Our events are intentionally designed to feel welcoming, safe, and human.
Because genuine connection still matters.
### SAFE SPACE & RESPECT POLICY
KISMETRIX is committed to creating emotionally safe, respectful environments for everyone attending.
By attending, guests agree to:
• Treat others with kindness and respect
• Honour personal boundaries
• Engage authentically and respectfully
• Contribute to a positive atmosphere free from harassment or inappropriate behaviour
Our hosts are available throughout the evening should any guest require support.
KISMETRIX reserves the right to refuse entry or remove attendees to protect the safety and comfort of our community.
Full Code of Conduct:
[www.kismetrix.com.au/code-of-conduct](http://www.kismetrix.com.au/code-of-conduct "http://www.kismetrix.com.au/code-of-conduct")
### LAST EVENT SOLD OUT
If this event speaks to you, don’t wait too long.
Some of the best moments in life begin with simply deciding to show up.
🎟 Secure your ticket now.
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Hosted by KISMETRIX \| True Connection
🌐 **[www.kismetrix.com.au](http://www.kismetrix.com.au "http://www.kismetrix.com.au")**
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📄 **Important Notice:**By registering for this event\, you confirm that you have read and agree to Kismetrix \| True Connection’s[ Terms & Conditions](https://www.kismetrix.com.au/terms-and-conditions-2/ "https://www.kismetrix.com.au/terms-and-conditions-2/"),[ Privacy Policy](https://www.kismetrix.com.au/privacy-policy/ "https://www.kismetrix.com.au/privacy-policy/"),[ Disclaimer](https://www.kismetrix.com.au/disclaimer/ "https://www.kismetrix.com.au/disclaimer/") and [Code of Conduct](https://www.kismetrix.com.au/code-of-conduct/ "https://www.kismetrix.com.au/code-of-conduct/").Some events may be non-refundable as stated in their individual descriptions.🤝 Collaborations: **collabs@kismetrix.com.au**
Sunday Gaming Meetup & Social by Respawn
Welcome to Respawn’s Gamers Citadel! 🛡️
Come hang out, meet fellow gamers, and enjoy a chill vibe with great food and drinks. 🥤
Entry is $3.5 or buy yourself a drink or food. 🍲
At the “Gamers Citadel”, we provide the consoles for you and have two multiplayer (2-4 player) game stations (A, B, C and D). For our board games area you are allowed to BYO! 😯 ♟️
Currently available are: Switch, PS1, PS2, SNES, N64, Cardfight!! Vanguard, Yu-Gi-Oh! and more! If you’re bringing anything, please DM us so we can accommodate. ❤️
Conditions of entry are to either purchase any food or drink of your choice and we will provide you a reusable badge to show that you’re one of us! ✌️
Whether you’re a casual player or a hardcore fan, this is the place to be. Don’t miss out on the fun! 🤩
Our games list is below! 👇
Game Station A - PS3 - Taran:
1st Game: WWE 2K15
2nd Game: Injustice
Game Station B - PS2 Emulator - Dean:
1st Game: Crash Nitro Kart - 4 Player
2nd Game: Shrek Super Slam
Game Station C - Switch - Michael
1st Game: Super Smash Bros Ultimate
2nd Game: Super Mario Kart 8
Game Station D - TCG + Board Games:
Pokémon TCG
YU-Gi-OH! TCG
UNO
JENGA
BYO available!
You can bring your own board games, controllers, equipment etc. 👍
Follow us on Instagram: @respawn.social 📱
Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/phscMtBqpW 🎧
Find Respawn on Facebook: https://facebook.com/events/s/respawn-gaming-social-club-lau/940165205164472/ 🔗
Visit our website for all info: https://intermingle.au/respawn/ 👩💻
Living Sustainably
Come for a delicious Hawker style Vietnamese meal and settle in for a meaningful conversation on "Living Sustainably”, exploring all facets of personal sustainability - physical, intellecutual and spiritual. We start our exploration using short selections from the Bahá’í teachings and other inspirational sources. The aim is to uplift, inspire and motivate; the conversation will benefit from all participants’ viewpoints. Everyone is invited to positively contribute to elevated conversations, inquiry, consultation and learning. As we learn from one another we hope to build new connections, bridges of unity and respect for all humanity.
Unhurried Fitzroy: Coffee, Culture, Creativity
**F IS FOR FITZROY**
(Some context if you're new. At the start of 2026, I floated the idea of using A-Z as inspiration for our monthly activities, and members have been enthusiastic and supportive.)
**ITINERARY**
11am - Meet outside Blackcat Fitzroy (252 Brunswick St). Say hi, grab your caffeine fix.
11.15am - 12.30pm - Meander along Brunswick St.
This is the unhurried part: we will stop in on bookstores, an art gallery, an artists' market, take photos of interesting street art (there are quite a few side streets notable for street art).
**Stops (in no particular order):**
The Brunswick Street Bookstore (305 Brunswick St)
Through the Looking Glass (341 Fitzroy St)
Brunswick Street Gallery (Level 1 and 2/322 Fitzroy St)
Rose Street Artists' Market (60 Rose St)
If your social battery is still holding up, we'll have lunch nearby. Otherwise, feel free to say you've had enough for the day. Always listen to your body!
**Lunch Suggestions:**
Tora Dumplings
[Our Menu - Tora Dumplings](https://toradumplings.com/menu/)
Naked for Satan (very popular and has a great rooftop space with views of Fitzroy and surrounds - if we can get a table!).
[Naked For Satan - Naked Upstairs](https://nakedforsatan.com.au/upstairs)
Mario's
[Menu | Marios Cafe](https://marioscafe.com.au/menu/)
P.S. There is an organizer fee of $10 for this event.
Feel free to bring cash on the day or PayID to 0403 413 056 (Serena Low).
Food and drinks are at your own expense.
Connection Events Near You
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Neurodivergent Women Navigating Midlife Changes - Sleep, Rest, and Connection
Sleep, Rest & Connection:
Building Our Community Together
Join us for the next gathering of The Pause Collective — a supportive meetup for neurodivergent women navigating perimenopause, menopause, burnout, overwhelm, and life transitions.
Since many of us haven't yet had the opportunity to meet, we'll begin by getting to know one another and sharing what brought us to this community.
We'll also explore one of the most common challenges many women experience during this season of life: sleep.
Whether you're navigating insomnia, waking up in the middle of the night, racing thoughts, night sweats, exhaustion, burnout, or simply not feeling rested, you're not alone.
This will be a relaxed, low-pressure coffee shop meetup focused on connection and conversation.
No need to prepare anything.
No pressure to share.
Come as you are.
Together we'll:
• Introduce ourselves and get to know one another
• Share what brought us to The Pause Collective
• Discuss sleep, rest, and energy during perimenopause and menopause
• Exchange ideas, experiences, and support
• Explore what topics we'd like to discuss in future gatherings
• Continue building the kind of community we'd like to create together
This space is neurodivergent-affirming, self-diagnosis-friendly, and supportive of different communication styles and energy levels.
Quiet participation is welcome. Listening is participating.
Whether you're looking for support, learning, friendship, or simply a place where you don't have to explain yourself, you are welcome here.
I look forward to meeting you.
— Dawn
CONNECTED Westerville Mastermind Group
Join the CONNECTED Westerville Mastermind Group for a dynamic afternoon of B2B networking! This event is perfect for professionals looking to expand their business connections, share insights, and foster collaboration within the community. Whether you are a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this event offers a valuable opportunity to exchange ideas, build relationships, and grow your network in a supportive environment. Connect with like-minded individuals, explore potential partnerships, and discover new opportunities for professional growth. Don't miss out on this chance to enhance your business network and take your career to the next level with CONNECTED Westerville Mastermind Group! We meet the 4th Monday of every month from 11am-1pm. Welcome and general networking from 11am - 11:30am with core meeting 11;30 - 12:30 and a final round of networking from 12:30 - 1pm.
BMS-FIFA Social
BMS-CONNECTED Westerville Mastermind & AmSpirit Towne Centre FIFA World Cup Social from 2pm to 7pm at Jimmy V's in Westerville. Please feel free to stop by for a drink, some food, networking and the US vs Australia FIFA World Cup Group D match.
FREE to attend, drinks and food available for purchase. Bring business cards and a friend. 1 S State Street in Westerville.
Drunken Philosophy: Where Is Everybody? The Fermi Paradox and the Great Filter
Welcome to Drunken Philosophy, a casual, curious, social discussion club. Come grab a drink and a seat at The Oracle.
**Optional topic for this meetup: Where is everybody?**
In 1950 the physicist Enrico Fermi was talking about aliens over lunch and asked a question that still has not gone away: if the universe is so vast and so old, and even a fraction of those billions of stars have planets, where is everyone? By the numbers the galaxy should be crowded with civilizations. Instead we look up and hear silence. That gap between "they should be everywhere" and "we see no one" is the Fermi Paradox.
One of the most unsettling answers is the idea of a **Great Filter**: somewhere on the road from dead chemistry to a galaxy-spanning civilization, there is at least one step that is almost impossible to get past. Maybe the filter is behind us. Maybe life starting at all, or simple cells becoming complex, or intelligence ever evolving, is the freak accident, and we already cleared the hard part. Or maybe the filter is ahead of us, and advanced civilizations reliably wipe themselves out before they spread.
Here is the part that messes with people. If we ever found life somewhere else, even pond scum on Mars, most people would call it the greatest discovery in history. But it might be the worst possible news. It would mean life is common, the early steps are easy, and the hard step is still in front of us. So the eerie silence overhead might actually be the best sign we could ask for.
**Questions to wrestle with:**
* Is it better to be alone? Would you rather we find alien life and learn we are not special, or find nothing and quietly improve our odds of surviving?
* Where do you bet the filter sits, behind us or ahead of us, and why?
* If it is ahead of us, what is it? Nuclear war, climate collapse, AI, something we cannot even picture yet? And can we do anything about a filter we cannot see coming?
* Two principles pull opposite ways here. The principle of mediocrity (the Copernican principle, Sagan's "no privileged place in the universe") says we are ordinary, so what happened on Earth probably happened everywhere, which makes the silence scream louder. The anthropic principle says of course we find ourselves somewhere life was possible, since we could not observe anything else, so our being here may say almost nothing about how common life is. Which lens do you trust, and does the silence still demand an answer once you account for observer selection?
* And if we did confirm life out there and had to accept we are not special, what would that do to belief in a higher power, and would shedding (or keeping) that belief help or hurt our odds of pulling together as one species?
* Does any of this change how you live, or how humanity should be spending its time and money right now?
As always the prompt is optional. Come for the conversation, stay for the drinks, and bring your own questions.
Columbus Museum of Art, Free Admission Sundays
Let’s meet and wander the galleries! General admission on Sundays is free.
Jacksonville Online Speed Dating
**🥂 Jacksonville Singles Meet on Zoom: Live Speed Dating**
No apps, no awkward bios. Just live one-on-one Zoom chats with Jacksonville singles picked for you.
**What to expect:**
- Register and take a short personality quiz
- Jump on Zoom when the event starts
- Meet singles in guided one-on-one rounds
- Get your mutual matches by email afterward
**Pick the age range that fits you:**
→ **Ages 18-32** — [Register here](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=573&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Jacksonville&groupurlname=local-singles-seeking-genuine-connection-brunch-club&ar=18-32&face_v=6.0)
→ **Ages 30-46** — [Register here](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=573&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Jacksonville&groupurlname=local-singles-seeking-genuine-connection-brunch-club&ar=30-46&face_v=6.0)
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