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SPACE IS LIMITED! This is a much smaller class than our 7:30 pm event and we can only accept a limited number of students. Key areas of focus: Practicing oral communication (speaking languages), for conversations, presentations, interviews and job skills Schedule: 1. 6:30- 7:15 pm : 45 -minute language conversation class with certified award-winning language teacher John Dias. 2. Language exchange social (7:30-11 pm): includes Free access to the Toronto's BIGGEST Language Party and Social Party also in the Madison Pub led by teacher John Dias (same location) **Cost: just $ 5 while we have this promo.** **PROMO (Limited Time): $5 fee will give you access to both events (usual rate: $15 total)** Feel free to message us if you have any questions!

**Founders Running Club** (FRC) brings founders, investors, tech, creative people and startup enthusiasts together for weekly easy runs and networking. We like to be comfortable when we run and finish with coffee and conversations. Choose your pace or follow a pacer—pets, friends, family, are welcome. 🗓️ Launched in San Francisco, July 16, 2022 🌍 Now in 35+ cities 📅 Running + Networking events + Community **Join the community** https://bit.ly/frc-toronto-chat **Stay updated**: Instagram [http://instagram.com/foundersrc/](http://instagram.com/foundersrc/) Podcast [http://podcast.foundersrc.com/](http://podcast.foundersrc.com/) LinkedIn [http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/](http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/) Strava [http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC](http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC) Website [http://foundersrc.com/](http://foundersrc.com/)

*Games Schedule* Wednesday Event: - 1 / 3 NLH - 3 / 5 NLH - $500 Free Roll Thursday Event: - 1 / 2 NLH - Deep Stack - Min 100 - Max 1000 - $500 Free Roll Friday Event: - 1 / 3 NLH - 1 / 3 PLO - $500 Free Roll Saturday Event: - 1 / 2 NLH - Deep Stack - Min 100 - Max 1000 - $500 Free Roll Sunday Event: - 1 / 3 NLH - 2 / 2 PLO - $500 Free Roll Monday Event: - 1 / 3 NLH - 3 / 5 NLH - $500 Free Roll

Happy New Year! Hope everyone had a fun and relaxing holiday season. **We're back with our weekly Expressive Art Classes for 2026.** **Weekly Expressive Art Classes** Our weekly **Expressive Art Saturdays** weekly sessions are an invitation to slow down, breathe, and reconnect with yourself through creativity and mindfulness. Each class weaves together meditation, connection, and expressive art, guiding you toward stillness, clarity, and calm. We will explore different expressive art activities designed to support ongoing self-discovery and emotional release. Some practices may return over time, allowing for deeper reflection and new insights with each experience. To sign up please complete the form: https://forms.gle/v6NWdEXNsfsKnKY66

Each week there is some recommended readings to be done before we meet. **Please see the attached schedule for this week's readings.** The Bible Timeline® study program takes you on a guided journey through salvation history. Presenter Jeff Cavins will show you how fourteen of the Bible’s narrative books tell the biblical story from beginning to end and will give you the keys to understanding the amazing story woven throughout Scripture. The Bible Timeline will teach you how to read and understand the entire Bible and introduce you to the wonderful narrative of Scripture in a way that will transform your life. The online material can be bought online through the link below (optional). However, each session we can share copies for you to have discussion questions in class and reading guideline for the next session. https://ascensionpress.com/products/the-bible-timeline-the-story-of-salvation-online-video-access

Living On Video + DJ Lazarus presents Tickets ONLY $10: https://SpellboundFeb2026.eventbrite.ca **Sat Feb 21 - SPELLBOUND Video Dance Party. GOTH / DARKWAVE / POST-PUNK / INDUSTRIAL w/ BOY HARSHER Spotlight** SPELLBOUND is Canada's ONLY dark music video dance party. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Goth A.F. Contest $100 prize + custom trophy to the most gothed up patron. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Saturday February 21, 2026 SPELLBOUND: Goth Video Dance Party w/ BOY HARSHER Spotlight Ground Control - 1279 Queen St West - Toronto Lounge 9pm - Mainroom: 10pm - 19+ Event $10 advanced: https://SpellboundFeb2026.eventbrite.ca $15 at the door INVITE: www.facebook.com/events/2353845065129385/ (Please INVITE your friends) SPELLBOUND is a goth multimedia dance experience with classic and fresh dark music videos. SOCIAL: www.facebook.com/groundcontroltoronto www.facebook.com/livingonvideoclub www.facebook.com/djlazarusrocks www.twitch.tv/livingonvideoclub www.mixcloud.com/livingonvideo www.instagram.com/djlazarusrocks www.twitter.com/djlazarusrocks

\*These classes are not a language exchange, but instead are meant to be a step in between so that students feel confident maintaining in depth and grammatically correct oral conversations outside of class\* \***Meetup event numbers only tend to show new students registering and do not include returning students attending class.** **Per class, there is an average of 7 students.** The first 2 classes are free and then only cost between $18 and $36 depending on which type of class you want to continue with\* These French, English (For Spanish and French speakers only), and Spanish classes are primarily meant for adults who are travellers, or who are planning to live in a French, English, or Spanish-speaking country. The classes are primarily oral-based through guided conversations. They will teach you how to handle conversations in situations such as **"Going to the Convenience Store"**, **"Making Plans"**, **"Negotiating Prices"**, and **"Going out for a Drink"**. To ensure that students get used to using the language automatically, students will learn to maintain contextual conversations with timing before moving on to the next lesson. Call (647)787-9953, e-mail us info@monkeylingo.ca, or visit monkeylingo.ca for more information! **Online and private classes are also available!** No other language classes are as conversational as these ones. We guarantee it! Cheap parking can be found using the "Spot Hero" app.

\*These classes are not a language exchange, but instead are meant to be a step in between so that students feel confident maintaining in depth and grammatically correct oral conversations outside of class\* \***Meetup event numbers only tend to show new students registering and do not include returning students attending class.** **Per class, there is an average of 7 students.** The first 2 classes are free and then only cost between $18 and $36 depending on which type of class you want to continue with\* These French, English (For Spanish and French speakers only), and Spanish classes are primarily meant for adults who are travellers, or who are planning to live in a French, English, or Spanish-speaking country. The classes are primarily oral-based through guided conversations. They will teach you how to handle conversations in situations such as **"Going to the Convenience Store"**, **"Making Plans"**, **"Negotiating Prices"**, and **"Going out for a Drink"**. To ensure that students get used to using the language automatically, students will learn to maintain contextual conversations with timing before moving on to the next lesson. Call (647)787-9953, e-mail us info@monkeylingo.ca, or visit monkeylingo.ca for more information! **Online and private classes are also available!** No other language classes are as conversational as these ones. We guarantee it! Cheap parking can be found using the "Spot Hero" app.

\*These classes are not a language exchange, but instead are meant to be a step in between so that students feel confident maintaining in depth and grammatically correct oral conversations outside of class\* \***Meetup event numbers only tend to show new students registering and do not include returning students attending class.** **Per class, there is an average of 7 students.** The first 2 classes are free and then only cost between $15 and $45 depending on which type of class you want to continue with\* These French, English (for Spanish and French speakers only), and Spanish classes are primarily meant for adults who are travellers, or who are planning to live in a French, English, or Spanish-speaking country. The classes are primarily oral-based through guided conversations. They will teach you how to handle conversations in situations such as **"Going to the Convenience Store"**, **"Making Plans"**, **"Negotiating Prices"**, and **"Going out for a Drink"**. To ensure that students get used to using the language automatically, students will learn to maintain contextual conversations with timing before moving on to the next lesson. **Program is also offered in private and online classes**. Call (647)787-9953, e-mail us info@monkeylingo.ca, or visit monkeylingo.ca for more information! **Online and private classes are also available!** No other language classes are as oral as these ones. We guarantee it! Group classes are hosted at **600 Bay Street** every Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. Call (647)904-5285 upon arrival if no one is there to let you in, and someone will come down to let you in. Cheap parking can be found using the "Spot Hero" app.

This will be located in Cloverdale Commons located in Cloverdale Mall. Please use the Mall entrance closest to Fairgrounds. Inside the mall we are directly after Fairgrounds and Service Ontario, look for Cloverdale Commons. This is an informal improv workshop where we get together to play games and scenes similar to those in Whose Line is it Anyways: https://youtu.be/KF3D2TMUhN8. If you want to boost your acting chops or are just looking for some silly fun, this is the place to be! The price is $10 per person (cash or interac, at the door) to help cover the costs of running the event. There are usually 10-20 people. The session starts with introductions, followed by group games then finishes with audience/performance sessions. Max capacity is 30 and spots are held based on how soon you sign up. See you there! P.S. - Doors close at 15 minutes after start so make sure to arrive on time!

Last month you little dancers came knocking on the dancefloor with a packed night so we're back Saturday, February 21st to do it again... Rebel Yell Retro 80's & 90's Dance Party! w/ DJs Dwight Hybrid + Thomas Hall Dovercourt House - 805 Dovercourt Road, Toronto A high energy night of all of our fave music mixed by longtime retro DJs Dwight Hybrid & Thomas Hall of Retro Mix Video Dance Party. It's a nice day to dance again so don't dance with yourself. See you all again Saturday, February 21st! $15 Cash-At-Door Cover Only Presented by: Hybrid Events fb: [https://www.facebook.com/HybridEventsToronto](https://www.facebook.com/HybridEventsToronto?__cft__[0]=AZapAnhGcDHvUSNOFvyUGd69n0XcCbyS_v10gUpg3sphAOynLumKyzqTDR_stZ6Pvu4jJ1qwKrZ1LqBXV5cCeQcDIqH-2nRcVpf7MnpcrUF7VbPTyDD6vFpaO5XgTogYMP5ZCKhvvZaSV4qRfRGqgwu6&__tn__=q) ig: [www.instagram.com/dwight.hybrid/](https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fdwight.hybrid%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExSGd6NE5GTmpFSUZHdXB0anNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR6JEHbDodBYfuABKUfZMQB_nNgFxb8zBXiXroIK8G3QdHmR8lWhdYwJ2fLTuA_aem_31mJWrkX0xuxEP2aDUrZvA&h=AT2udgR1XtrJoUM-RnzrIxavPmvKWtKrLNV2NU88cBzwMG1L2qTAryjEiGWNki30OP4Jcx3x1QnoVbeed0sJ4C6ETg2JEW5TEawwqAcdgrj_MeetrX9Q3dXn7XPqRJ__G4KajqdtrKZUIqM3sI4&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT2RKBK7r0b-0larOAAM5s5gW6r00pG-CP1vK9nOOmoXyAAG1no2yV03FdSj43qr-NyYxGE-fjLwx-qHa-RHg51h6TeuMl1D-EIhhpKs9M3o_TvUhpF0OibeP0lJgk74ho7dbsP9GMHtUZZCwKYinqssB2XO7AFXmYw) mixcloud: [https://www.mixcloud.com/dwighthybrid](https://www.mixcloud.com/dwighthybrid?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExSGd6NE5GTmpFSUZHdXB0anNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4MorcOyzf9nLneEqS829w9KIPMnbY4X3DzMjtwlrhJVGA5CJV7PzTMMGjCaw_aem_t1FgncT3TCGzfWgNFb-rCg) youtube: [https://www.youtube.com/@DJDwightHybrid](https://www.youtube.com/@DJDwightHybrid?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExSGd6NE5GTmpFSUZHdXB0anNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR48V__FWI7kw82T_YuBNcpOwEDK3t3iD_GtzDNiztQUyRfgh69PVDRPiJoIJw_aem__ptgzXs6SSpsWcvh9GTw1Q) Retromix Video Dance Party fb: [https://www.facebook.com/RetromixTO](https://www.facebook.com/RetromixTO?__cft__[0]=AZapAnhGcDHvUSNOFvyUGd69n0XcCbyS_v10gUpg3sphAOynLumKyzqTDR_stZ6Pvu4jJ1qwKrZ1LqBXV5cCeQcDIqH-2nRcVpf7MnpcrUF7VbPTyDD6vFpaO5XgTogYMP5ZCKhvvZaSV4qRfRGqgwu6&__tn__=q) ig: [https://www.instagram.com/retromixtoronto/](https://www.instagram.com/retromixtoronto/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExSGd6NE5GTmpFSUZHdXB0anNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4Sy4_qm4zUnRGwWC6Nj4ltE7kKlfZA1ZxR96_EicxtZe5reb9F3Y9TvBgFTg_aem_C0lCgNaCMRUUyLkvtUCT5A) web: [retromix.ca](https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fretromix.ca%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExSGd6NE5GTmpFSUZHdXB0anNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR48V__FWI7kw82T_YuBNcpOwEDK3t3iD_GtzDNiztQUyRfgh69PVDRPiJoIJw_aem__ptgzXs6SSpsWcvh9GTw1Q&h=AT3tNH-T5MaNr24K-zBgSvgJi82Ek8zIx3ZuEojMHeIphxWSdW3SOrcCQR7jsiYvniNopQ8MTmri1vS0caZ2WygdgRFBJwT-YMHwkdtZxJnA75hSumRQvLfsyCxr4_KZFjfHfcjDBVD8u6A2Q1k&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT2RKBK7r0b-0larOAAM5s5gW6r00pG-CP1vK9nOOmoXyAAG1no2yV03FdSj43qr-NyYxGE-fjLwx-qHa-RHg51h6TeuMl1D-EIhhpKs9M3o_TvUhpF0OibeP0lJgk74ho7dbsP9GMHtUZZCwKYinqssB2XO7AFXmYw)

We are now at **Yonge Sheppard Centre** in the **food court** near **Dazzle Mi**. We start a bit past 1pm, so if you're late, please find a seat and start writing -- we'd love to hear about your story or your day -- afterwards. :) **Coworking for writers in your area!** Join us for some focused writing time. All writers and all experience levels are welcome and don’t worry, no one will see what you've written. This session is about getting your writing done and meeting other writers in your area. When you show up, say hello to everyone, grab a drink, and get your writing tools ready. Once you’re all settled, take some time to chat with your fellow writers. Once everyone’s arrived, I will lead quick introductions and then set the timer for our quiet and focused writing session. Afterward, we’ll have time to chat and get to know each other. We often talk about our successes and challenges as writers. If you don’t have time to stick around, no worries! **A note about the format** We don’t host critiques or readings. These events are a safe space for writers of all skill levels and genres to work on their craft, so no one will read or critique your writing. For our full event schedule, visit [https://shutupwrite.com](https://shutupwrite.com) **Travel / Parking info:** Public Transit: 1. Take the TTC subway to Sheppard-Yonge Station. 2. Use the Yonge St. Sheppard Ave exit **Driving & Parking:** Parking Entrance to Yonge Sheppard Centre is located on Greenfield Avenue and Doris Avenue. Accessible parking is available on P1, P3 and Concourse. Be sure to check for parking limits or fees. **Location:** We gather around the tables in the food court near **Dazzel Mi**. If you spot a group of people with laptops out, that’s probably us! **RSVP:** Please do RSVP. But be advised that seating is first-come, first-served, even if you have RSVP'd. Seats are not reserved and we can't control how many other people are in the cafe. **SCHEDULE:** 12:45 to 1:15 PM: Arrive and get settled in -- come in early if you want to get lunch. 1:15 to 2:15 PM: Write in silence for an hour. \*\*If you arrive after 1:15, please silently find your own place to sit. We'll welcome you to join the group at 2:15.\*\* 2:15 PM: Introduce yourself. We'll go in a circle; just say your name and 1–2 sentences about what you're writing. (E.g., "I'm Rudolph and I'm writing a non-fiction book about red-nosed reindeer.") 2:20 PM onwards: Chat, hang out, keep writing if you want, leave whenever.

**Back By Popular Request!** Spend an evening exploring the ins and outs of flash photography and off-camera lighting techniques. We will be in the studio for this meeting and will learn how to use supplemental lighting to improve our images! **Meeting Schedule:** 1. 4:00 - Introduction, Meet New Members 2. 4:10 - Old Business 3. 4:20 - New Business 4. 4:30 - Pre-Shoot Briefing/Education 5. 6:00 - Break 6. 6:05 - Continue Presentation 7. 7:00 - Adjourn

Private Group. Closed to the Public Knowing ourselves and understanding our abilities is the first step toward wielding our gifts with control and accuracy. In subsequent classes we will verify and hone our talents with activities and discussion. These are hands-on workshops and participation is expected. The goal of our series will be to develop expertise in areas of particular interest such as mediumship, channeling, divination, healing and, etc.. Our ultimate directions will be determined by class members as we evolve. I look forward to sharing and discovering with you. - Cynthia

**Back By Popular Request!** Once you have spent an evening in the studio, you need some refreshments. Join us at Local Cantina in Bridge Park to recharge your energy! **Meeting Schedule:** 1. 7:10 - Chips and Salsa

Salsamante Dance Academy will be at Swerve Every Tuesday Night to share the Rhythm & Energy of Bachata & Salsa. These are Beginner Level lessons to get you comfortable and understand the two dances. Spread the Good News to all. Swerve Dance & Fitness Complex 640 Lakeview Plaza Blvd A, Worthington, OH 43085 Bachata 7pm-8pm Salsa 8pm-9pm $15 - One Lesson $20 - Both Lessons

Please join the Columbus Atlassian Events Team for an evening program where we show you how we are using the Atlassian tools to track, manage and collaborate with others on our hobbies, From Jira & Confluence and Lego, to Tabletop gaming and Trello to miniature painting and Jira. Join the Columbus Atlassian leaders as they walk you through how the Atlassian tools enhance their passion projects.   We'll go over space structures, lessons learned as we built and tracked our project and how it helped us organize group adventures.   Looking forward to sharing our fun with you!Please take note of the New Location and Time of the event. Pay Parking can be found on street, and in locations marked. Agenda --- Speakers Kimberly Deal - Columbus Atlassian User Group Leader Greg Sprowls - Columbus Atlassian Community Leader Kevin Stanley - Columbus Atlassian User Group Leader Moderators Kimberly Deal - Columbus Atlassian User Group Leader Greg Sprowls - Columbus Atlassian Community Leader Kevin Stanley - Columbus Atlassian User Group Leader Hosted By Kimberly Deal, Atlassian User Group Leader Kevin Stanley, Chief Everything Greg Sprowls, Agility Lead --- Global Partner Atlassian (http://atlassian.com) Millions of users globally rely on Atlassian products every day for improving software development, project management, collaboration, and code quality. For over a decade, Atlassian customers have come together to network, share ideas, solve problems, and find new ways to use Atlassian products. Today, more than 15,000 people take part in Atlassian community events in more than 30 countries. --- Complete your event RSVP here: https://ace.atlassian.com/events/details/atlassian-columbus-presents-for-the-love-of-atlassian-using-atlassian-to-manage-your-passion-projects/.