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A walk from the town of Maidenhead, Thames path and visiting Ray Mill Island on the way to Cookham Village. *✊ **Pace & Purpose:** Active Muslims is about focusing on the actual activity. These are **paced walks and hikes (not strolls)**, so please join us with that* ***[active mindset and purpose](https://www.instagram.com/reels/DBhPWpdIMKq/)*** *in mind.* 📍Meeting Point: **Paddington Station.** ⌚ Meet from 9:31am, our train leaves at **10:08am** *[arrives at Maidenhead 10:33am / Return time is estimate].* 🟡 **WALK:** 📏 20km (12.4 miles) 🏔️ Elev. Gain:73m 💓 Av. Pace: 5 km/h 🚥 [View Walking/Hiking Levels Here](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DPRjEOPjW8B/) 🔄 **Start/End:** **Maidenhead Station** / [Paddington Station] **🚆 Travel & Tickets** All our regular walks & hikes are free to join. You are welcome to arrange your own travel or meet us at the destination station. **Option 1: Buy Your Own Ticket** We recommend buying on the day. Use a **Network Railcard** or a **GroupSave** discount where possible. **Option 2**: Use contractless card (Maidenhead is covered but may be more expensive) ➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖ **Option 3: Group Ticket (3+ People)** I can help purchase group tickets to save costs, **BUT you must arrive at the station before the platform is announced to collect your physical ticket.** To join this: 💳 [**PayPal Here (£11.95)**](https://paypal.me/mubasher001/11.95) ⏳**Deadline:** Sunday 9:01pm 📱 **Confirmation:** Message on **[WhatsApp](https://tinyurl.com/5n68255b)** with your **Meetup Name** once paid. *ℹ️ No refunds once tickets are bought.* ➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖ 🚻 Toilets: Paddington, Maidenhead **🎒 Essentials:** * **Gear:** Appropriate Footwear * **Food/Water:** Packed lunch, snacks, and water. * **Tech:** Fully charged phone * **Prayer:** If you are praying, please ensure you have **wudu** beforehand. **📋 Attendance Policy:** When an event has a **waiting list**, priority is given to new joiners and those with a reliable attendance record - *previous "No-Shows" may be moved to the waitlist to ensure spots go to reliable attendees [[why it matters](https://tinyurl.com/28sh83cn)]* ⛑️ **Disclaimer**: You are solely responsible for your own safety on these events and have the fitness level required for it. That you do not require special attention, medication or additional care. You are also responsible for your belonging at all times. 🚦 **[Walk/Hike Levels:](https://www.instagram.com/share/reel/BBxV4zomeZ)** 🟢 Easy 🟡 Average 🟠 Moderate 🔴 Challenging ⚫ Very Challenging **Follow us for updates:** 🌐 **[@Active.Muslims](https://www.instagram.com/active.muslims)**

An easy way to take time out: a **30-minute guided meditation** to pause, let go of your day, unwind your mind and create a space for calm and peace. **This is a free in-person meditation.** **If you would like to make a voluntary donation, please click** [here.](https://www.innerspace.org.uk/donations/ "https://www.innerspace.org.uk/donations/") \* I consent to my submitted data being collected and stored. We will process your personal data in line with the GDPR requirements and always store it securely and use it only for the purpose for which it has been collected. We will not pass on your details to any third parties without your consent.

# *Daily Tantric Devotion* #### *Live morning live practice with Agni Chandra* [To join for free for 7 Days click here](https://www.organicurrent.com/offers/iq2vi32q/checkout) This sessions happens 8AM BST Mon-Fri and Sunday. ***Tantric Breathwork to activate your energy*** ***Powerful awakening of all energy centers*** ***Meditation to ground in your expanded state of being*** Bring powerful transformational tantric practices into your everylife to transform from the inside out. [Watch a video explaining the transformational power of these practices](https://www.instagram.com/tv/Cqk_UvNI47N/?igshid=MDJmNzVkMjY=) ### *What we will practice* *All practices are based on 3 pillars: **breath, sound and movement**. It allows the current of energy to flow freely in your body. **Agni Chandra curates each session** based on:* * *meditative presence* * *conscious connected breath* * *yogic breathing* * *undulation of the spine* * \*application of energetic locks \* *Practices are based on the **principle of deep connection with the body through felt sense.** We **activate our primal energy** and we **channel it up the spine** to the heart and higher energy centers.* ### *Introduction to the 4 Practices of Daily Tantric Devotion* *With **Tantric Breathwork** practices we ground ourselves in the presence through the body. We open to the flow of life through conscious connected breath. The flow of energy that comes with the breath and spinal undulation redirects our sexual energy to the heart and higher energy centers. You are guided into the pure experience through the body to finally transcend the body into the meditative state of being.* ***Free Voicing*** *is a practice that opens up one of the most contracted energy centers - the throat. After grounding and heart centering meditation, we open the pathway of the breath using ancient yogic breathing. That allows the body to reconnect with the most healthy and beneficial way of breathing that is often forgotten.* [More information, example videos ](https://www.organicurrent.com/daily-tantric-devotion-1) JOIN THIS SESSION ❤️ [Join this class with 7 Day Free Trial](https://www.organicurrent.com/offers/iq2vi32q/checkout) ❤️ # #### *Agni Chandra* Telegram group: [https://t.me/organicurrent](https://t.me/organicurrent) *Website:* [https://www.organicurrent.com/](https://www.organicurrent.com/) *Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/organicurrent_tantra/](https://www.instagram.com/organicurrent_tantra/)*

Join one of London’s most sociable choirs! Primrose Hill Choir, Mondays from 13.4, 7.30-9.30pm, NW1 8TN. Theme From Darkness to Light. Songs include The Sound of Silence, Some Enchanted Evening & Hard Day’s Night. All ages & abilities from across London. Solo opportunities. BOOK A PLACE: maestromattheww@yahoo.co.uk, subject heading PHC. SEE primrosehillchoirs.com

SAFO Music Group hosts monthly Networking Evenings on the first Monday of every month. This is an amazing opportunity for artists and music industry professionals to build their network of contacts as well as learn invaluable industry advice. SAFO Music Group HQ is based in Crouch Hill, London and our team have worked with the likes of Sam Smith, Pixie Lott, The 1975, Becky Hill, Samantha Harvey, Ella Eyre and many more. Our meet up groups run from 18:00 - 21:00 and entry is completely free. Part of the evening includes speed listening sessions where artists and producers will have the opportunity to play one song (USB, Phone or Weblinks) to gain some valuable feedback. Do check out our video so you get a little taste of the evening: https://youtu.be/1CzfgY78CXQ We'll look forward to meeting you soon! The SAFO Music Group www.safomusicgroup.com 0207 683 3333

🎟 チケットはRA限定販売です： 👉 ra.co/events/2426798 RA Ticket £11 DOOR £15 ──────── 🎉 AZAZ Collective 1st Year Anniversary ────────── 全チケットにフリービール1本付き 🍺 Sat 9 May · 14:00–22:00 · MKII Hackney · 200 capacity · 18+ AZAZ Collectiveが1周年を迎えます。 ハックニーのMKIIウェアハウスで、 200名限定のスペシャルナイトを開催。 ── DJ LINE-UP ── Maybe Laura · GOUTHAM · Dan be · Lowree · CLRY KenjiK · Keisuke Wada · Ali Gudgeon ── FOOD & DRINKS ── Jack Rabbit Brewing · DRUMSCO · Sosaku Onigiri ── MARKET ── Privacy Records · TREEKEYSTUDIO · SWAY EDIT. AZAZ Collective · MOJO · MEROMEROxoxo · GUM ── SUPPORTED BY ── Pointblank Promotion · Jack Rabbit Brewery · SWAY EDIT. ─────────────🎟 TICKETS────────────── (RA限定)：ra.co/events/2426798 FREE DRINK WITH EVERY TICKET 🍺 RA Ticket £11 DOOR £15

A regular meetup for those committed to practising and improving their Arabic. It is designed for those who know the very basics and want a structured opportunity to practise reading, listening, speaking, and building confidence. If you're still learning the very basics but want some motivation to keep going, you're very welcome to join. Note: This is a practice group facilitated by a native speaker - not a formal teacher or taught class, and not a Quran teaching session. 📚 SESSION FORMAT: ⏱️ 30 mins Intro & Social: We'll go around and introduce ourselves in Arabic. Feel free to prepare 2-3 sentences beforehand if you don't like being put on the spot! 🗣️ 60 mins Structured Practice: A focused session practising together with guidance : ◾ Taking turns reading passages aloud ◾ Listening to excerpts from an audiobook ◾ Working together to translate and understand the text 💬 Continued Socialising: Feel free to stick around afterwards for more informal chat and connection. ✊ Note: Active Muslims is equally about focusing on the actual activity, in this case, it is a practice session requiring mental engagement and active participation (and not just a social), therefore it is advised to approach and attend these events with that mindset, intention and purpose. 📍 LOCATION: Barbican ⌚ MEET: By the cafe G Level (Benugo) ⏱️ TIME: Meet from **11:00am** for intros and socialising. The practice session starts promptly at **11:30am** insha'Allah. 🎒 What to bring: 📚 Any Arabic texts you would like to read 🎧 Headphones (optional, if you prefer listening privately) ➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖ If you can no longer attend, please update your RSVP to free up your spot for someone on the waiting list. ➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖ 🌐 **[@Active.Muslims](https://www.instagram.com/active.muslims)** *(Follow for latest events updates)*

We will begin with a talk giving some background to the School of Sufi Teaching and our meditation practices. We will then sit together in meditation. Following this there will be an opportunity ask questions arising from your experience during the meditation. Please arrive at 7.00pm so as to benefit from the short introductory talk. Meditation will commence at 7.30pm . The session should be completed by 9.00 pm. The meditation will start promptly at 7.30 pm when the front door will be closed so as to ensure an undisturbed period of solitude. Location of Meeting **Entry is via the side door which is located in the side road between our building and the pub.** **Follow the plant containers.** 253 Globe Road London E2 0JD https://goo.gl/maps/6Ng5rhHKsLXe16jz6 Nearest Underground Station is Bethnal Green For individuals interested in learning more about Sufism, our practices and their transformational role on the individual we recommend reading **Click here** [http://www.amazon.co.uk/Turning-toward-Heart-Awakening-Contemporary/dp/1887752463](http://www.amazon.co.uk/Turning-toward-Heart-Awakening-Contemporary/dp/1887752463) **Turning Toward the Heart: - Awakening to the Sufi Way** **Forty Questions and Answers**

We're meeting for a coffee 11am at The Walnut Tree (Wetherspoon), which is near Leytonstone Station, and also close to lots of bus routes (see below). After a coffee, we'll set off for a green walk through forest, parklands and river to the actual park itself in Highams Park. We'll stop there for a while at Humphreys indoor/outdoor café, and then begin our circular walk back via the other side of the lake. We'll be ending the walk back at The Walnut Tree for some optional well deserved food and/or drink. The estimated finish time does allow for time in the pub, where I expect to return to by about 3.30pm I ask for a nominal contribution of £2 to help cover Meetup organiser fees. Alternatively you can pay £4 to cover every walk in May, or £20 for a half-year. No shrapnel please. If you are driving to the meet point, Mornington Road - E11 3BE (nearly opposite the pub) has no parking restrictions on a Saturday. If you're on the Central Line, come out of Leytonstone station and walk a couple of minutes up Church Rd. Turn left onto the High St, and the pub is on your left. If you are coming by bus, get off at the Green Man Roundabout stop a couple of minutes from the pub The 66 bus runs from Romford station, up North St, and straight down the A12 (via Newbury Park, Gants Hill) to Leytonstone. Chadwell Heathers. Get a 62, 362, or 173 up to A12 for a 66 (or walk through if close enough). The 145 bus goes from Dagenham via Barking and Ilford to Leytonstone. The pub is also served by a 257 from Walthamstow; W12 from Walthamstow or Woodford; W13 from Woodford; and a W19 from Ilford. RISK WARNING/DISCLAIMER: Please remember that as with any physical activity, there can be dangers associated with hiking/walking, especially around waterways, forests, farms and countryside. Your decision to voluntarily participate in this activity is an informed decision. and by attending this event you agree and accept to take sole responsibility for your own actions, your own safety, and your own belongings. Please dress appropriately, including sturdy shoes. Please bring any necessary medication with you. You will need to be sufficiently fit to walk several miles at a moderate pace. We may occasionally cross or walk short distances on roads; country and woodland tracks can be muddy or slippery; animals may be encountered on occasion. INSURANCE: If either yourself or any guests you bring along require insurance for this walk, then you must arrange this yourselves. GUESTS: If you are bringing any guests along, there is no facility on the Meetup site to record their details. Please ensure that you make them fully aware of the Risk Warning/Disclaimer and Insurance statements.

ANSARI QADIRI RIFAI SUFI ORDER (AQRT) - UK TUESDAY ZIKR/MEDITATION The Ansari Qadiri-Rifai Sufi Order (London branch), under the guidance of Shaykh Taner Vargonen Ansari, is pleased to invite men and women, regardless of your faith or beliefs to our weekly Tuesday zikr. We are a Sufi order whose origins started with two great Saints of early Sufism: Shaykh Abdul Qadir al Geylani and Shaykh Ahmed er Rifai. Our Tradition is one of inclusiveness and of welcoming. This tradition has passed down to us through the current Spiritual Guide of the Order: Shaykh Taner Vargonen Ansari, who now resides in New York and is helping establish Sufism in the West. Come, Come whoever you are, wanderer, worshiper, lover of leaving. Our's is not a caravan of despair. Come even if you have broken your vows a thousand times, Come, come yet again. (Mevlana Rumi) Sufism is the spiritual/ mystical path of Islam. During the Zikr (the ceremony of remembrance) we practice some simple movements accompanied by frame drumming, hymn singing and chanting. In Zikr, each member of the group effaces him or herself in the remembrance of God using the energy of the entire group synergistically for the development of all. We start at 19:15 with the group zikr for about one hour. We welcome everyone who comes in peace. The Zikr is free but a donation to help with the venue hire would be greatly appreciated. We hope to see you soon. Please contact : Rita on 07941 653337 (ritaglh@yahoo.co.uk) or Reeyaaz on 07875 569921 (smreeyaaz@gmail.com) if you want any information about our Sufi order or Sufism in general.

***Pizza Express Live The Pheasantry Group's favourite venue. Its lovely stage, lighting and great sound, complete with the classic Pizza Express menu make this a winner.*** **WE HAVE SOLD OUT ALL OUR PHEASANTRY 2025 SHOWS SO BOOK ASAP TO HEAD BACK TO THE KINGS ROAD!** We are thrilled to welcome Turkish/Danish Soul Pop Artist **Hazel Rose**, with support from gorgeous French soul-jazz-latin artist **Edna Louise -** both with fantastic and talented bands! **About Hazel Rose** Hazel Rose is a London-based Swiss-Turkish-Danish singer, songwriter, and independent artist crafting a sound that blends alt-pop, indie, soul, and electronic influences with cinematic storytelling. Known for her emotive vocals, sharp lyricism, and refined aesthetic, she creates songs that feel both intimate and expansive—equal parts diary entry and film scene. Following the release of her EP Soft Whispers in a Crowded Room and a string of singles including Meet You There, Shadow, Spare Key, 2D, and Hush, Hazel Rose has continued to build a growing international audience drawn to her honest songwriting and distinctive sonic world. Her music explores love, distance, identity, and emotional nuance, often pairing vulnerability with quiet confidence. Equally at home on stage with a full band or in a stripped-back acoustic setting, Hazel Rose’s live performances are immersive and emotionally resonant, showcasing both her vocal range and her natural connection with audiences. With new music on the horizon—including a forthcoming Bossa Nova-inspired pop project—she is steadily establishing herself as one of the most compelling emerging voices in Europe’s independent pop scene. **[WATCH HAZEL ROSE HERE](https://youtu.be/4-GMMk36bx8?si=CHyHEsJrghv0WgtS)** **Edna Louise** London based Edna Louise is a singer-songwriter and guitarist from the French Riviera. Her musical inspirations take their roots from the Neo-Soul Music mixed with Jazz, Funk and Disco, distilled in the Pop Music canvas, to create a unique sound. She has played widely at jazz venues across London and recently headlined a sold out show at The Lower Third. **[WATCH EDNA LOUISE HERE](https://youtu.be/-uaHw4fWvt0?si=kUFXBCDxSMWNbQ7y)** * *We meet at 6.30pm (order food and drinks and catch up)* * *It's a group table or adjacent tables so that we can all enjoy the great vibe together. (remember to mention on booking you are with LondonLive)* * *Live Music at 8pm sharp (food and drinks still discreetly served) with a lovely listening audience vibe and really class artists always.* ***\*\*General Tickets £20 via the Pizza Express online Link HERE*** ***[Book Tickets](https://www.pizzaexpresslive.com/whats-on/hazel-rose)*** ***DISCOUNTED TICKETS FOR EARLY BOOKERS*** ***We have just 20 tickets available at a special £15 discount if you are quick! These are only available by calling the Box Office on 020 3798 9192 and mentioning LONDON15 when booking.\*\**** IMPORTANT - Could you please quote **"LONDON LIVE MEETUP"** in the special requests/comments box when booking online or when calling the box office, to ensure we are all sat togethe. Cant wait to see you there!! Lorraine xx

Share and discuss music that touches your soul. An hour of eclectic music and stories. Bring a song or music track which inspires you to share with the group, led by Kate and Adam. Heartspaces at Essex Hall is a vibrant and welcoming Unitarian hub in central London, open to spiritual seekers, existing Unitarians and curious newcomers. The Heartspaces programme is a series of weekly spiritual gatherings led by Unitarian ministers and volunteers across London. From regular pagan ceremonies to the spirituality events every Thursday evening, Heartspaces encourages people to gather, share and discover together. Whether you are a seasoned Unitarian, a spiritual searcher or simply curious, find your space to grow.

Main Library, Meeting Room 2B Join us for a welcoming evening of reflection, gentle music, and meaningful conversation. We’ll begin with a short grounding moment, followed by a brief reading from spiritual or philosophical traditions, and an open reflection circle where participants can share (or simply listen). Libera Animae is an interfaith community focused on inner growth, creativity, and authentic connection. All backgrounds are welcome.

Get ready for an unforgettable night of inspiration, energy, and soul-stirring performance with international speakers and artists Armand and Angelina. This is more than an event—it’s a live concert-style experience of music, message, and mirth that will uplift your spirit and move your heart. From the moment the evening begins, you’ll be immersed in a powerful atmosphere of love, laughter, and transformational sound. Featuring the angelic, heart-opening voice of Angelina—singing across multiple languages—and the dynamic presence of Armand, whose inspiring talks, original compositions, and powerful vocals ignite a passion for life, this is a performance you don’t want to miss. Come out and feel the energy, connect with the message, and experience a night that celebrates love, transformation, and the power of music to move us all. $20 Suggested Love Offering (None shall be turned away) **Bonus Morning Experience** Native Flute Playshop with A & A Thursday, May 14 at 10:00 a.m. Come back in the morning for a deeper, hands-on musical experience.

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

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