Friday Night Socials

**You will find us in the games area in the lower section of the pub.** Please ensure you read these: [Rules](https://www.londononboard.com/rules-regulations) We don't allow Chess, Scrabble, Monopoly, Roleplaying games, Magic the Gathering, Mafia, Werewolf etc. at LoB as there are other venues or groups for that and we want to make sure that there is enough space for board games. We want everyone that comes to our events to have a good time, and we know that some games require more communication than others. Please be mindful that we are in a small space and that other members will need to explain rules and focus. As a small group of volunteers, we are very dependent on the good will of our venues to host us for free. It is vitally important that everyone attending LoB buys food and drink to ensure that we can build and maintain those relationships with our venues. If you have any feedback about the venue, please report it to us directly rather than speaking to the staff. You must only attend if you have a place, i.e. that you have made it off the waitlist. If you can no longer attend, please mark your RSVP as ‘Not Going’, ideally more than an hour before the event starts. Please be aware that an organiser may ask to see proof of RSVP.

🌹 London singles, live on Zoom A laid-back community night of speed dating with locals your age. Quick rounds, real chat, all from the couch. Pick your age group to join: Ages 18-32: [sign up](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=501&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=London&groupurlname=readers-compass-literary-social-club&ar=18-32&face_v=6.0) Ages 30-46: [sign up](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=501&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=London&groupurlname=readers-compass-literary-social-club&ar=30-46&face_v=6.0) Ages 40-58: [sign up](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=501&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=London&groupurlname=readers-compass-literary-social-club&ar=40-58&face_v=6.0) Ages 55+: [sign up](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=501&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=London&groupurlname=readers-compass-literary-social-club&ar=55+&face_v=6.0) RSVPing tells us you're keen, but your seat is only saved once you finish sign-up at your age link. Just bring an open mind. See you there. 💜

🚨Spoiler alert: Our events are designed to help you escape your routine and expand your circle. Starting conversations with strangers? That’s the norm. Coming solo? Totally normal. Authenticity is at the heart of what we do—being yourself isn’t just welcomed, it’s celebrated. If none of this resonates with you, our events might not be your vibe.🚨 🌳 Join us in Regent’s Park for a relaxed afternoon of board games, volleyball, team challenges, and easy conversations with a group of friendly people looking to make the most of summer. Whether you come to meet new people or simply enjoy a few hours outdoors, you'll fit right in. For a sneak peek of what’s in store, check out our[ Instagram ](https://www.instagram.com/_balancers/)and follow us for all the latest updates. 😃 Here’s the plan: 🕒 **16:00 – 16:30**: Arrive, settle in, and join us for casual **board games** and **volleyball** ⚔️ **17:00 – 18:00**: Time for a fun challenge! We’ll divide into teams for a few easy, silly competitions. Prefer to just hang out? Totally cool—you can keep chilling on the sidelines. 🎲 **18:00 onwards**: Back to board games, volley, and relaxed vibes. Pro tips: **[📲 Register on the Balancers app and unlock the full experience.](https://onelink.to/balancers)** **[Download the app to RSVP for the event, collect the golden coins you win in our games, and connect with other attendees after the event.](https://onelink.to/balancers)** ***👉 [https://onelink.to/balancers](https://onelink.to/balancers)*** 🧺 Bring snacks and your favourite drink—wine, beer, juice, it’s all welcome. 🎒 Got a board game you love? Bring it! 💬 This is your chance to reset, reconnect, and meet some amazing humans. 📍**Exact meeting point**: [https://goo.gl/maps/r2Beg5CeY4vnD8119](https://goo.gl/maps/r2Beg5CeY4vnD8119) 🚻 Toilets? 5-min walk away. Easy. 📲 **Join our WhatsApp group** for updates: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/IJKXDkwUTlmDsYTOCIUg7O](https://chat.whatsapp.com/IJKXDkwUTlmDsYTOCIUg7O) 🌳 Let’s leave the park better than we found it—take your rubbish with you and respect the space. ***Remember, our pillars are Respect, Kindness and Authenticity. Let's uphold these together. Any discrimination or disrespectful behaviour towards any of our members will not be tolerated.***

*📣 Meetup RSVPs do not reflect actual attendance! We usually have around 20-30 people at every single event. 📣* [🎟️ Sign up here to grab your ticket 🎟️](https://luma.com/ftst8london) 🎫 **RSVP ≠ ticket. A paid ticket is required to attend.** 🔗 On your phone and can’t click? Click the link in the comments :) F\*ck the Small Talk has travelled the world across Berlin, Mexico City, Melbourne, Lisbon, Medellin, Vienna, and now back to London for its 3rd year in a row! 😎 **📦 WHAT'S THIS ABOUT?** FTST is a **one-of-a-kind social experience** where strangers come together for an afternoon of meaningful, fun, and deep conversation. It’s also a different & cool way of meeting new people by getting a bit out of your comfort zone and skipping the small talk! Join us for **games**, **talks**, and **connections** with **friends you haven’t met yet**. Join if you get annoyed after being asked what you do, where you are from, and how long you've been in London every single time you meet someone. If you feel that there are better questions in life, this is the place for you. 🙌 **📓 HOW DOES IT WORK?** We start with a short & sweet intro talk followed by a few light-hearted group games to warm up. After that, we split you up into small groups and start with the conversation rounds (with 3-4 people). We'll have awesome question cards that will guide the flow of the conversation. You’ll never have to speak in public if you don’t want to. **📣 NOTE**: We won't validate your payment unless you've been accepted! (which you most likely will ❤️) **🕹 HOW TO JOIN?** [Take 1 minute to sign up 👈](https://luma.com/ftst8london) 🔗 On your phone and can’t click? Click the link in the comments :) Our events are **limited to 30 handpicked guests** to ensure a cozy atmosphere. We aim to curate events with similar age and gender groups *wherever possible.* If you're invited you'll receive a confirmation within 48 hours via Luma (our ticketing platform) **🧧 HOW MUCH IS IT?** The cost to attend is **13-15£** and includes the following: ⏰ 3 hours of facilitated and curated activities 🍎 Light snacks to keep the energy going (only if outdoors) 👥 A space to meet new people in the least boring way possible 💛 Supporting our mission to spread human connection events around the world *(🎫 also includes those annoying ticket fees!)* We're also happy to give out student discounts! 🙂 **🌳 WHERE IS IT?** We host our events in awesome pubs & parks across the city! We will reveal the exact location to ticket holders 24 hours before the event. This edition will take place in a nice pub near **Waterloo**. **💛 WHAT THEY SAY** 🗣 “This is the kind of activity humanity needs every weekend. Thank you for all.” - Sonya 🗣 “F\*ck the Small Talk changes the narrative from "Where are you from?" to "When was the last time you laughed uncontrollably?" and I think that's beautiful.” - Monika 🗣 “I loved F\*ck the small talk, I was a little bit nervous at first but they are pros at making you feel comfortable with the rest of the group, the activities are really fun and I enjoyed every second (consider that the one who's saying this is very, very shy). Give it a try!” - Brenda 🗣 “Lively, interesting, introspective, completely open, and no judgment. Everyone that joined was ready for great conversation and helped with different perspectives. So much fun! I can't wait for the next one! “ - Yaz Check out our other [reviews on Google here](https://goo.gl/maps/TpZy77bfPFkGoikn7) 🫶 🤓 FAQ **• Can I come alone?** Of course, in fact, we encourage it! **• Can I be late?** Please don't! "Doors" open at 11:45am and we start at exactly 12:00pm! Late arrivals will disrupt the floooooooow. **• I signed up but never got an invite. Why?** We usually get a high volume of sign-ups yet we like to keep it cozy & only invite around 25 people. We believe this is a good number to ensure an awesome experience, and we’ve learned that it’s easier to build connections with smaller groups! Please try again next time if do not receive an invite - no hard feelings 💛 **• Why do you charge?** We value our time and put a lot of love, planning, and effort into creating & designing these experiences. 💛 This is our project/business and what we give to the world and we think everything should be a fair exchange! 🎈 However, money should never be the reason for people not to attend. If you can’t afford it simply get in touch with us :) **• I'm digging this! Can I get involved somehow?** Sure thing, send us a message! **• Can I bring my pet (llama)?** 100% yes (depends on the venue, ask us!) -- 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝙘𝙪𝙧𝙞𝙤𝙪𝙨, 𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙚𝙙. ✨ * Age guide 22 - 40ish\* (only a reference, never a limit 💃) * Only 30 spots available * Location is only revealed to ticket holders! 🙅‍♀️📱This event is a no-phone experience. Keep them tucked in your pocket 🙅‍♀️📱 We started in Berlin back in 2019 and there are now chapters in Mexico City, Lisbon, Medellin, and Vancouver! 🌏 **Stay in touch 👇** [Website](https://epicllama.com/fuckthesmalltalk) \| [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/epic.llama/)

**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 🍻 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)**

🟤 THE FIRST 10 TICKETS ARE **£4.50 ONLY** 🟢 REMAINING TICKETS ONLINE ARE **£9.50 ONLY** 🟣 TICKETS AT THE DOOR ARE **£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 🔴 - 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 🔴- 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 🔴 - How to build a completely new social circle 🟢 - How to join one that’s already existing 🔴- 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:
 ✉ **Ryan**: info@socialshortcuts.com
 ✉ **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**:
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http://www.Instagram.com/socialshortcuts **📜** Mary Kay Ash **📜** Pretend that every single person you meet has a sign around his or her neck that says, ‘Make me feel important.’ Not only will you succeed in sales, you will succeed in life

**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.

A social at the pub before the jam to give everyone a chance to catchup and to give those who are intrested in joining our events for the first time a chance to meet and socialise with everyone. You will have the opportunity to find out more about our events and what to expect. I might take some photos and videos. If you prefer to not appear on photos or videos let me know.

Brighton beach picnic ⛱️ Meeting Point 👉 **11 : 00 am** **@ the WETHERSPOON PUB** **The Sun Wharf 50 Tooley St, SE1 2QF** following Google Maps, which takes you exactly at the meeting point See below 📌 [https://maps.app.goo.gl/6iQF5EXaNZJvMq4X8](https://maps.app.goo.gl/6iQF5EXaNZJvMq4X8) What's Happening if you miss the train ? NO WORRIES ! take next train, we will share our location in the **WhatsApp group** [https://chat.whatsapp.com/Ic3sYdKCkpPBMhLwX9TAwk?s=cl&p=a&mlu=0&amv=2](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Ic3sYdKCkpPBMhLwX9TAwk?s=cl&p=a&mlu=0&amv=2) ☀️Let's go to the beach-each, let's go get a wave 🙌 They say, what they gonna say 💃🕺 🏊‍♂️ let's go to the beach ⛱️🍦🍨 they say what they gonna say 🍺🍺 let's go get a wave 🦋🍒🍉 🧺Pack food and a blanket for an afternoon of friendly conversations with like-minded people in a beautiful outdoor setting. 🧺 Whether you'll bring a homemade dish to share (don't forget your reusable utensils!) or just some snacks, come meet new or old friends, bask in the sun, and relax in the heart of London. **WhatsApp group** **Follow this link to join my WhatsApp group: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/Ic3sYdKCkpPBMhLwX9TAwk?s=sh&p=a&mlu=0&amv=2](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Ic3sYdKCkpPBMhLwX9TAwk?s=sh&p=a&mlu=0&amv=2)**

**Summer Sunday vibes are full on! Meant to be fun!** CONFIRM VIA THIS LINK: **[https://fatso.ma/fkxwd](https://fatso.ma/fkxwd)** or **[https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/canal-side-social-sunday-afternoon-enjoy-views-conversations-tickets-1990719450465?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/canal-side-social-sunday-afternoon-enjoy-views-conversations-tickets-1990719450465?aff=oddtdtcreator)**[ ](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/canal-side-social-sunday-afternoon-enjoy-views-conversations-tickets-1990719450465?aff=oddtdtcreator)**MUST BOOK TICKET & RSVP BEFORE YOU ARRIVE - NO CASH PAYMENTS, NO WALK INS** **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, we are there for approximately 2 hours.* **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 and 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** 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.

Ready to practice your French in a relaxed, friendly setting? Join us for our next language circle! This informal session is designed for local learners of all levels—whether you are just starting out with "Bonjour" or looking to polish your conversational skills. We will have light discussion prompts, fun icebreakers, and plenty of opportunities to chat and connect with fellow language lovers in the neighborhood. - **Cost:** Completely Free! - **Refreshments:** Complimentary snacks and drinks will be provided to keep the conversation flowing. - **What to bring:** Just your curiosity, enthusiasm, and a desire to learn! Spaces are limited to keep the conversation engaging, so please RSVP to secure your spot. We can't wait to meet you! À bientôt !

Bienvenue! We host a twice-a-month French conversation club at La Chatelaine on Lane. All levels welcome! Whether you're new to French or running for Président de la République you are welcome here! We often read plays together, play vocabulary games, and generally enjoy the delicious food available at La Chatelaine! We will be at the long table in the back of the restaurant. A bientôt!

Bienvenue! We host a twice-a-month French conversation club at La Chatelaine on Lane. All levels welcome! Whether you're new to French or running for Président de la République you are welcome here! We often read plays together, play vocabulary games, and generally enjoy the delicious food available at La Chatelaine! We will be at the long table in the back of the restaurant. A bientôt!

BACK TO CABS!!! Come to CABS Friday 7/10 & Saturday 7/11 - return to CABS as we come back from Origins and the 4th of July Holiday Break. Come play the new games added to the library at Origins!!!

Whether you're a big baseball fan or not, you might like the social twist we put on a Clippers game! $5.00 Fridays: Select small beers are $5! They also have your favorite hard seltzers and wine. **PREGAME**: Meet at ***Barley's Brewing on 467 N High Street***, just a few blocks east of the ballpark. **HAPPY HOUR** is 4-7pm with pregame specials and $4 pints! *At 7pm, we'll walk from Barleys to Huntington Field.* **TICKETS**: $10.00 at gate, purchase **STANDING ROOM ONLY**. **MEETUP**: We'll be near the Right Field bar stools/picnic tables. **RAIN?** Unless it's a thunderstorm or heavy rain, they play. We have a nearby plan B, indoors at Grandview Yard, if raining. **PARKING**: The garages near Nationwide will be busy with concert goers. *Find space in lots next to the ballpark (along W Nationwide Blvd) and near Crew Stadium. Short walk.* SRO (standing room only). These are the cheapest seats to purchase. WE WILL NOT BE STANDING much at all. The areas we land on have bar stools or picnic tables. There are also plenty of "lean on" along the first and third base line. Play ball!