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How To Never Run Out Of Things To Say Workshop
How To Never Run Out Of Things To Say Workshop
🟤 THE FIRST 10 TICKETS ARE **Ā£4.50 ONLY** 🟢 REMAINING TICKETS ONLINE ARE **Ā£9.50 ONLY** 🟣 TICKETS AT THE DOOR ARE **Ā£15** **Click The Link Below To Buy Tickets**: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1987834350052](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1987834350052) In this workshop Ryan explains how conversations function, how to make them flow with brain training exercises that can be practiced to get sharper at conversations. This also helps conversations to be more engaging for everyone involved including yourself. 🟔 - Get rid of awkward silences in your conversations 🟤 - Make your conversations flow smoothly ⚪ - Make your conversations more engaging for everyone involved including yourself šŸ”“ - Indirectly benefit other areas of your social skills because if you’re not thinking about how to keep the 🟢 - conversation flowing you have more free thinking space to focus on other areas like humour or body language šŸ”“- Decrease your nervousness in social situations as often nervousness comes from not knowing what to say 🟣 - Brain training exercises designed to increase sharpness at this area of social skills 🟔 - A challenge at the end to bring everything from the workshop together Ryan has been coaching people social skills full time for over 10 years. As a quiet & shy person he wanted to work on his own social skills & after making huge improvements plus understanding how social situations work & how to improve he developed a process to help others for every area of social skills. He has helped thousands of people over the years to improve & now has a huge following including over 180000 followers on TikTok. More info on Ryan & Social Shortcuts can be found on the website [www.socialshortcuts.com](https://www.socialshortcuts.com) After workshops we spend time hanging out together, a great opportunity to practice the workshop content & make new friends. Plus Ryan is happy to answer any questions you want to ask one to one. 🟢After this, the next workshop is: **Creating Or Joining A Social Circle Workshop** Sun, July 12, 2026, 5:45 PM - IN LONDON **[Click to purchase ticket](https://eventbrite.com/e/1987834365097)**[ - eventbrite.com/e/1987834365097](https://eventbrite.com/e/1987834365097) In this workshop Ryan explains how to easily expand, create or join a social circle with the kind of people you want to hang out with plus how to maintain it long term. Ryan also gives some brain training exercises to sharpen your conversation skills to make conversations flow. 🟔 - How social circles function 🟤 - How modern society changes the dynamics of a social circle ⚪ - How to add to your existing social circle if you have one šŸ”“ - How to build a completely new social circle 🟢 - How to join one that’s already existing šŸ”“- Ways to make sure you hang out with the types of people you want to 🟣 - How to maintain your social circle over time 🟔 - Brain training exercises designed to increase sharpness at holding & maintaining conversation In person workshops are at 40 Store St. - Store Street Espresso: London. For any questions feel free to contact Ryan or Gabriel. Please don't contact the other group organisers as they are not involved in running the event & won't be able to provide much help:
 āœ‰ **Ryan**: info@socialshortcuts.com
 āœ‰ **Gabriel**: gabrielsocialshortcuts@gmail.com **OTHER EVENTS LINED UP** 🟔 Developing Humor And Quick Thinking In Social Situations
 🟢 Persuasion Workshop
 🟤 How To Manage Emotions Workshop 5 minute documentary on our workshops - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9rlbCYdeaws We have a score of 4.9 out 5 on Trustpilot - https://uk.trustpilot.com/review/socialshortcuts.com Our WhatsApp chat where we discuss social skill, give updates about our events & you can ask questions - https://chat.whatsapp.com/FuT9gAwf9oMKACjbWFLmxk For one to one coaching on social skills and also our free trial session - [ http://www.socialshortcuts.com We have over 180000 followers on TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@socialshortcuts.com Our video courses - [https://social-shortcuts.teachable.com/p/conversation-course DISCLAIMER
This workshop is intended for educational and or entertainment purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat or cure any medical condition. **Follow us on the sites below also**:
 http://www.socialshortcuts.com
http://www.youtube.com/c/socialshortcuts
http://www.facebook.com/socialshortcutsofficial
http://www.Instagram.com/socialshortcuts **šŸ“œ** Mary Kay Ash **šŸ“œ** Pretend that every single person you meet has a sign around his or her neck that says, ā€˜Make me feel important.’ Not only will you succeed in sales, you will succeed in life
Console & Chill: Meet, Play & Connect
Console & Chill: Meet, Play & Connect
I'll be bringing along a few consoles and games for everyone to enjoy. Looking forward to meeting fellow gamers, having some fun, and getting to know the group!
🐬South African Sardine Run - 1 WEEK INSIDE A NATURE DOCUMENTARY  šŸ‹
🐬South African Sardine Run - 1 WEEK INSIDE A NATURE DOCUMENTARY šŸ‹
**1 week of an exclusive, small-group ocean expedition for freedivers, photographers, and wildlife enthusiasts! If you love the ocean, this trip is for you.** Each year, the waters off South Africa’s Wild Coast transform into one of the planet’s most dramatic natural events. Billions of sardines migrate along the Wild Coast, making it one of the largest animal migrations on the planet. It attracts a diverse range of predators, from dolphins and sharks to whales and seabirds - all converging in a feeding spectacle few ever witness up close. The Sardine Run remains one of the most spectacular events on earth. Each day, ocean conditions, currents, and predator behavior determine what you’ll encounter. You’ll spend your days following the pulse of the sea - sometimes waiting, sometimes immersed in pure chaos and raw nature beauty. We partner with a trusted local dive operator with extensive experience running ocean expeditions along the Wild Coast. Their skilled skippers, dive crews, and wildlife spotters bring a deep understanding of the area’s conditions and marine life, ensuring safety, precision, and ethical wildlife encounters. šŸ“… Week 1: 5-12 July 2026, Week 2: 13-20 July 2026 šŸ“Wild Coast, South Africa šŸ‘„ Max 7 guests Ā· small group only 🤿 Open to freedivers, snorkelers & ocean enthusiasts **WHAT'S INCLUDED** āœ… 6 full days on the water āœ… 7 nights at Eco Swell Lodge (private en-suite chalet, ocean views) āœ… All meals Ā· freediving gear Ā· expert local crew āœ… Professional marine photography + 1 trip video āœ… Transport to/from Mthatha Airport āœ… Massage included šŸ™Œ We will freedive & snorkel. Good swimming skills and comfort in the open ocean are what matter. šŸŽ„ Watch my documentary from the last Sardine Run here: https://youtu.be/Wid5LHZGChg?si=HxeYvCBfHssgo0Wl 🌊 Full details & booking: Week 1: https://jmt.li/UIbXB6 Week 2: https://jmt.li/92nyMG DM me or comment below with any questions -happy to chat! 🐠
CANAL SIDE AFTERNOON SOCIAL! Mix & Mingle! Enjoy views & conversations!
CANAL SIDE AFTERNOON SOCIAL! Mix & Mingle! Enjoy views & conversations!
**Summer Sunday vibes are full on! Meant to be fun!** CONFIRM VIA THIS LINK:[ ](https://fatso.ma/f2ll6)**[https://fatso.ma/f2ll6](https://fatso.ma/f2ll6)** or **[https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/canal-side-social-sunday-afternoon-enjoy-views-conversations-tickets-1992700029430?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/canal-side-social-sunday-afternoon-enjoy-views-conversations-tickets-1992700029430?aff=oddtdtcreator)** **MUST BOOK TICKET & RSVP BEFORE YOU ARRIVE** The meet-up QR code is NOT a ticket. **Bring your joyous and friendly self out,** **engage in interesting conversations, meet new people!** **Mix & mingle, admire colourful canal side views, indulge in delicious handcrafted cocktails & mocktails and make the most of your afternoon in leisure.** *Are you looking for ways and opportunities to meet new people in a fun place? Then come along! Join by yourself as most people do or bring your friends along, the more the merrier!* ***Treat yourself to a beautiful afternoon, socialising with 'every day' exceptional people!*** **Present yourself with the best smile on your face, make a fine impression, see it reflected back!** Be introduced to people of various age range and backgrounds, engage in conversations and see what can potentially happen next! **Make a good friend, perhaps meet someone that can make your heart sing or simply enjoy the afternoon with new people or who you might have met in previous events.** ***Please arrive at or about 16:00*** *so you can be in the flow of the introductions and make the most of your time to engage with everyone!* **ELENI is making sure all guests are welcomed, introduced to each other and included throughout.** ***Enjoy n*ew ways of expanding your social circle, make connections, discover amazing venues and see London life from a different perspective.** **HOW TO FIND:** **-COME TO THE ROTUNDA BAR - RESTAURANT** **-ASK THE VENUE HOST TO BE SHOWN TO ELENI'S BOOKING** Talk about anything and everything that makes you feel joyous and interact with interesting and exciting stories of other attendees. Rotunda is a hidden gem, a stone’s throw from Kings Cross Station with spectacular views of Regents Canal and delicious food, made with handcrafted quality for everyone to indulge. Fee is non-refundable unless the event is cancelled for any unforeseen reasons.
SalsaTrain's Bachata Line - class, practice, tips + some Salsa in Wimbledon
SalsaTrain's Bachata Line - class, practice, tips + some Salsa in Wimbledon
The SalsaTrain is back in Wimbledon. The Bachata Line with emphasis more on the basics of Bachata which originates from Dominican Republic. On Sundays you will learn the basic steps in Bachata, practice the steps you already know and be able to pick up tips and listen/dance to great bachata music. There will be some salsa too. Doors will open at 3pm (Upstairs at the Sultan Pub in Wimbledon) [https://www.hopback.co.uk/our-pubs/the-sultan/](https://www.hopback.co.uk/our-pubs/the-sultan/) 3.15-5pm - Bachata class, practice and tips & breaks to dance 5.15-6pm - Salsa for beginners and Practice for improvers £12.50 by card on arrival is preferable. £10 for 1 class The venue has a garden area and server a range of drinks and light snacks. The floor is wooden and perfect for dancing. I look forward to welcoming you on board the Bachata Line of the SalsaTrain. All Aboard Abhijit - Events Organiser.
FREE SUNDAY HIKE - Viaduct, River, Castle & Lavender: A Darent Valley Loop
FREE SUNDAY HIKE - Viaduct, River, Castle & Lavender: A Darent Valley Loop
Looking for a Sunday that feels like a soft slice of summer? Join us for a beautiful 12–15 km loop through the Darent Valley, where riverside paths, rolling green fields, and blooming lavender come together in one of Kent's most charming landscapes. This valley has been shaped by centuries of life and travel, and you feel it as soon as you step onto the trail. We'll pass beneath the towering arches of the Eynsford Viaduct, a Victorian engineering landmark that has carried trains across the valley since the 1860s. Further along, the route brushes past the historic grounds of Lullingstone Castle, a Tudor manor once visited by Henry VIII and home to the Hart Dyke family for over 500 years. From there, the path opens into the quiet lanes of Shoreham village and the purple shimmer of the lavender fields drifting across the hillsides. As we move through meadows, woodlands, and open countryside, the day settles into that easy summer rhythm where everything feels unhurried and lightly golden. It's the kind of walk where the scenery does the talking: the river winding beside us, the scent of lavender in the warm air, and the countryside unfolding in soft greens and purples — a Sunday that feels sun-warmed, peaceful, and just a little bit dreamy. We will head to a pub near the station when we finish for a pint or/and lunch. ## šŸ“… **Event Details** **Meeting Point:** Eynsford Station (Start / Finish) **Meeting Time:** 10:15 AM for 10:30 AM sharp start. **Distance:** approx. 12 to 15 km **Elevation:** \~300 m approx **Difficulty:** Moderate **Pace:** Steady **Estimated Finish:** Around 2 PM ## 🌿 **Route Highlights** * **Eynsford Viaduct Viewpoint** — one of Kent’s most photogenic spots, especially in summer light. * **Ancient woodland paths** around Ashen Bank, offering shade and cool forest air. * **Shoreham Village** — postcard‑perfect with its stone bridge and riverside charm. * **Darent Valley Path** — peaceful riverside walking with open fields and gentle breezes. * **Shoreham Lavender Fields** — with sweeping purple rows and great photo opportunities. * **Lullingstone Country Park** and **Castle** — meadows, woodlands, and a relaxed finish back toward Eynsford. This is a circular route full of **colour, greenery, and soft summer atmosphere** — the kind of day that feels wrapped in the easy warmth of summer countryside. ## šŸŽ’ **What to Bring** * Comfortable hiking boots or sturdy shoes * At least **2L of water** * Packed snacks * Sun protection (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen) * Light layers — summer can still surprise * Good vibes and your best Sunday‑summer energy ## šŸ“Œ **Important Notes** * **Stay Together:** Please stay with or behind the hike leader to keep the group moving smoothly and regular catch ups. * **Respect the Area:** Parts of the route pass through the **Kent Downs National Landscape** — please respect wildlife, fields, and local guidelines. * **Group Rules:** Please read the ā€œAbout Usā€ section before joining: [https://www.meetup.com/free-hiking-outdoor-fitness-and-social-activities](https://www.meetup.com/free-hiking-outdoor-fitness-and-social-activities?utm_source=copilot.com%20%22www.meetup.com%22) * **Safety:** This is a voluntary activity. You are responsible for your own safety and for respecting fellow walkers, wildlife, and the environment. No risk or service is inferred or accepted by the organiser. šŸ“± **If you’re lost or running late:** 07830 374 629

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FULL - Social Walk, Games & Pub Trip | Greenwich Park
FULL - Social Walk, Games & Pub Trip | Greenwich Park
**Another Summer weekend. And to make the most of the warmer weather - we've got your Sunday sorted again with our next Social Walk and Pub trip, exclusively for 20s and 30s.** And for this latest Sunday walk, we’ll be visiting one of the most popular walking spots in the city, **Greenwich Park 🌳** As always, before heading off on the hike, you'll be allocated a group/team for an initial mix of fun and light-hearted games to help break the ice and help you get to know your fellow walkers a little better. After the games and everyone is warmed up for walk, we’ll then set off on our 2-3 hour hike across East London 🄾 From the green bushy pastures of Blackheath, we will wander into Greenwich Park taking in some of the most famous views overlooking London and the Old Royal Observatory along the way. We will then venture past the historic sailing ship, the Cutty Sark, through the Greenwich Foot Tunnel and along the canals of the Isle of Dogs to Canary Wharf. When we've reached Canary Wharf, we will then finish up at a pub nearby where you can grab a drink and get to know your fellow hikers a bit better šŸ» As always, owing to the size of the venue, we will be having to cap numbers for this event, and so do make sure you nab your place as soon as you can! **\- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \-** **WHERE/WHEN WE WILL MEET** Meet Point - On the grass opposite the All Saints Church, All Saints Dr, Blackheath, London SE3 0TJ ([https://maps.app.goo.gl/RHaV8LUNJ521baVL7](https://maps.app.goo.gl/RHaV8LUNJ521baVL7)) Closest stations: Blackheath (5 mins walk) Destination: Brewdog Canary Wharf Meet Time - 2:00pm Finish time: 5:00pm Pub Finish time: 7:00pm-8:30pm (Approx) **\- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \- \-** **JOIN THE COMMUNITY** Set up in November 2021, the project was set up to help young adults meet, connect and hopefully build life-long friendships. To help make this happen, we also host all kinds of events from free social walks, games evenings, day trips, social events, activity nights to picnics. To learn more about our community or to follow us on social media, please follow one of the links below. **Website** - **[https://friendship-project.co.uk](https://friendship-project.co.uk)** **Instagram** - **[https://www.instagram.com/great.friendship](https://www.instagram.com/great.friendship)**
Shut Up & Write!Ā® in Brixton
Shut Up & Write!Ā® in Brixton
**Early arrivals** 11am, this gives you the time to settle in and chat with the other writers **Start of the session** 11.30am the timer will start of no-talking and focused witing time. **End of the session** 12.30pm the no-talking time is over and you are welcome to stay and keep writing or stay and chat. For our full event schedule, visit [https://shutupwrite.com](https://shutupwrite.com).
Shut Up and Write! SUNDAY at London/Waterstones Piccadilly
Shut Up and Write! SUNDAY at London/Waterstones Piccadilly
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. Now that our regular Saturday events are filling all the seats we're adding some Sundays when we're able to - check Meetup for dates. Same format but an hour later. WHERE? FIFTH FLOOR CAFƉ, Floor 5, Waterstones, 203-206 Piccadilly, W1J 9LE TIMINGS:- 12.00 - Shop and cafĆ© 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 cafĆ©, 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. We’re looking forward to writing with you, your hosts, Sarah, Nick, Laura, Anna, Solitaire and John
Picnic in Holland Park
Picnic in Holland Park
How To Never Run Out Of Things To Say
How To Never Run Out Of Things To Say
🟤 THE FIRST 10 TICKETS ARE **Ā£4.50 ONLY** 🟢 REMAINING TICKETS ONLINE ARE **Ā£9.50 ONLY** 🟣 TICKETS AT THE DOOR ARE **Ā£15** **Click The Link Below To Buy Tickets**: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1987834350052](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1987834350052) In this workshop Ryan explains how conversations function, how to make them flow with brain training exercises that can be practiced to get sharper at conversations. This also helps conversations to be more engaging for everyone involved including yourself. 🟔 - Get rid of awkward silences in your conversations 🟤 - Make your conversations flow smoothly ⚪ - Make your conversations more engaging for everyone involved including yourself šŸ”“ - Indirectly benefit other areas of your social skills because if you’re not thinking about how to keep the 🟢 - conversation flowing you have more free thinking space to focus on other areas like humour or body language šŸ”“- Decrease your nervousness in social situations as often nervousness comes from not knowing what to say 🟣 - Brain training exercises designed to increase sharpness at this area of social skills 🟔 - A challenge at the end to bring everything from the workshop together Ryan has been coaching people social skills full time for over 10 years. As a quiet & shy person he wanted to work on his own social skills & after making huge improvements plus understanding how social situations work & how to improve he developed a process to help others for every area of social skills. He has helped thousands of people over the years to improve & now has a huge following including over 180000 followers on TikTok. More info on Ryan & Social Shortcuts can be found on the website [www.socialshortcuts.com](https://www.socialshortcuts.com) After workshops we spend time hanging out together, a great opportunity to practice the workshop content & make new friends. Plus Ryan is happy to answer any questions you want to ask one to one. 🟢After this, the next workshop is: **Creating Or Joining A Social Circle Workshop** Sun, July 12, 2026, 5:45 PM - IN LONDON **[Click to purchase ticket](https://eventbrite.com/e/1987834365097)**[ - eventbrite.com/e/1987834365097](https://eventbrite.com/e/1987834365097) In this workshop Ryan explains how to easily expand, create or join a social circle with the kind of people you want to hang out with plus how to maintain it long term. Ryan also gives some brain training exercises to sharpen your conversation skills to make conversations flow. 🟔 - How social circles function 🟤 - How modern society changes the dynamics of a social circle ⚪ - How to add to your existing social circle if you have one šŸ”“ - How to build a completely new social circle 🟢 - How to join one that’s already existing šŸ”“- Ways to make sure you hang out with the types of people you want to 🟣 - How to maintain your social circle over time 🟔 - Brain training exercises designed to increase sharpness at holding & maintaining conversation In person workshops are at 40 Store St. - Store Street Espresso: London. For any questions feel free to contact Ryan or Gabriel. Please don't contact the other group organisers as they are not involved in running the event & won't be able to provide much help:
 āœ‰ **Ryan**: info@socialshortcuts.com
 āœ‰ **Gabriel**: gabrielsocialshortcuts@gmail.com **OTHER EVENTS LINED UP** 🟔 Developing Humor And Quick Thinking In Social Situations
 🟢 Persuasion Workshop
 🟤 How To Manage Emotions Workshop 5 minute documentary on our workshops - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9rlbCYdeaws We have a score of 4.9 out 5 on Trustpilot - https://uk.trustpilot.com/review/socialshortcuts.com Our WhatsApp chat where we discuss social skill, give updates about our events & you can ask questions - https://chat.whatsapp.com/H3mLsvkNJwpCcOELRX28nQ For one to one coaching on social skills and also our free trial session - [ http://www.socialshortcuts.com We have over 180000 followers on TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@socialshortcuts.com Our video courses - [https://social-shortcuts.teachable.com/p/conversation-course DISCLAIMER
This workshop is intended for educational and or entertainment purposes only. It is not intended to diagnose, treat or cure any medical condition. **Follow us on the sites below also**:
 http://www.socialshortcuts.com
http://www.youtube.com/c/socialshortcuts
http://www.facebook.com/socialshortcutsofficial
http://www.Instagram.com/socialshortcuts **šŸ“œ** Mary Kay Ash **šŸ“œ** Pretend that every single person you meet has a sign around his or her neck that says, ā€˜Make me feel important.’ Not only will you succeed in sales, you will succeed in life

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Happy hour book club
Happy hour book club
Pop-up Book Club 5: Rabbit, Run by John Updike
Pop-up Book Club 5: Rabbit, Run by John Updike
Let’s meet and discuss John Updike's Rabbit, Run, the first in his series of four novels following the life, hopes, and disappointments of former local basketball star, Harry "Rabbit" Angstrom, as he fitfully confronts and evades adulthood.
Columbus Build a Self-Running AI Store
Columbus Build a Self-Running AI Store
šŸ’° **Build a Self-Running Store with AI – eCommerce Blueprint** Let AI handle product research, ads, and fulfilment while you scale. āš ļø RSVP won't hold your spot. Complete registration via the link below. ### [šŸ”— REGISTER NOW](https://aiventurelab.org/product/AIEcommerce?city=Columbus&groupurlname=the-book-lovers-journey-discussion-group&startgmtdatetime=2026-07-07T22:00:00Z) --- What you'll build: - A marketing funnel that runs on autopilot - A repeatable blueprint that works from day one - A store setup strategy that cuts setup time in half *Your automated store. Running 24/7.* šŸ›’
Let's Discover the Discovery District
Let's Discover the Discovery District