Happiness

Join us for a day filled with laughter and great conversations with friends at The REAL Over 40s meetup group. Unwind with a drink in hand as we enjoy a pit-stop before the next week ahead. This social gathering is the perfect opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals, share stories, and create lasting memories. We meet at table 45. See you there 👍 P.S There are always atleast 15 to 20 people show up regardless of rsvp numbers.

**THE ROXY IS A CHIC AND STYLISH COCKTAIL BAR , WHICH , FROM 10 PM ONWARDS , TURNS INTO A FABULOUS NIGHTCLUB !!** **Tickets are £7 for one person or 2 for £10 (must arrive together). Ticket link : [https://fatso.ma/3vnv](https://fatso.ma/3vnv)** We will meet at our reserved table at 8:30 pm . You can get yourself a drink , meet the others in the group and chat until 10 pm , when the DJ will start playing his dance list . Then , it's partying all night long ( well , til 3:30 am anyway , or as long as you want to stay before then !). Please tell the doorstaff that you are with Lynn's group and you will not be charged , BUT YOU MUST ARRIVE BEFORE 9 PM TO AVOID BEING CHARGED BY THE VENUE . THEY WILL CHARGE YOU AFTER 9 PM. Also , please bring ID to show the security staff (club's rules , not mine). Ask to be directed to Lynn's table . **HAPPY HOUR TIL 10:30 PM :-** 🍹 2-for-£12 Cocktails 🥂 ½ Price Bottle of Prosecco 🍷 ½ Price Bottle of Wine 🍺 2-for-1 Becks & Camden Draught (under £5 per pint!) ⏰ Happy Hour Times: til 10:30 pm The nearest tube station is Tottenham Court Road , but also walkable from Oxford Circus . Please **buy your ticket in advance ( from : [https://fatso.ma/3vnv](https://fatso.ma/3vnv) )** **and have it on your phone** , ready to show me (Lynn) when you arrive , **otherwise you must bring cash and pay me in person** . Thank you . Lynn x

**Love your exclusive vibrant Saturday evening in style, in this iconic rooftop with stunning views of London's skyline. MIngle & PARTY! BOOK VIA THE LINK: [https://fatso.ma/3wGW ](https://fatso.ma/3wGW)*MUST BOOK IN ADVANCE & RSVP PLEASE - NO CASH PAYMENTS - NO WALK INS.*** *If any issues at all, kindly message ELENI, thanks!* **Socialise, enjoy conversations, mix & mingle, party the night away as the DJ uplifts our mood.** *Seize the opportunity to realise your new year's resolutions, by introducing new people into your life.* **Connect with like minded people for those who dare to enjoy the little pleasures in life!** *Making the most of the last Saturday evening of January, that may be dimmed perhaps as miserable and blue... Life is meant to be fun every day, rain or shine!* **Bring your stylish self out, form connections with shiny happy people, perhaps find someone that can make your heart sing or simply go out & about in this fantastic rooftop in central London, enjoying handcrafted cocktails and mocktails with a truly photogenic background.** **Why not, trust in perfect synchronicities of the right people at the right time and place getting together.** *Catch up potentially with who you may have met in previous events and of course expand your social circle with all attendees.* **Present yourself with the best smile on your face, set the vibe and see it reflected back to you!** **As the night goes by, the music gets louder, it's time to DANCE!** The most famous party anthems will get us on our feet for sure! *Have fun taking photos at the the photo booth, make memories with your new acquaintances.* **This is a hosted event where you can bring your FRIENDLY and SOCIAL self out, be introduced** **to like minded** **people of various** **backgrounds** **and see what** **can potentially happen next!** **HOW TO FIND :** **-Come to the SEA CONTAINERS HOTEL and take the lift to the 12th KNOT ROOFTOP** ***\*\*\*\*Once upstairs YOU MUST ASK FOR ELENI'S BOOKING!\*\*\*\**** **AT THE VENUE HOST & you will be shown to our semi private sitting & standing area.** ***Please arrive at or about 20:00 and be in the flow of the introductions.*** **ELENI is hosting this event, making sure all guests are welcomed, introduced to each other and included throughout the evening, in our semi-private, with access to the terrace.** The 12th Knot, the ultimate rooftop destination in London with DJ sets, panoramic city views, and handcrafted cocktails that elevate your experience. Whether you’re into afrobeats, house music, or a lover of good vibes, 12th Knot is the place to be. With unbeatable skyline views and a vibrant atmosphere, there's no better London rooftop bar to celebrate your weekend. ***Dress code: Smart or Smart casual for a 5\* venue in central London. No sports like or too casual outfit will be permitted.*** ***The venue reserves the right admission. In case you get declined because of dress code or any other reason as per the venue's guidelines, this ticket is non refundable.*** Refunds only in case of the event being cancelled

### 🌙 **SATURDAY NIGHT ECSTATIC RAVE - Ecstatic Movement Journeys through Sound, Rhythm & Ritual** **7:00PM–9:45PM Dance \| 9:45PM–10:15PM Fruit Social** **Ecstatic Dance London \| Tufnell Park** Please note an RSVP here on meetup is not a ticket. To reserve your place please book via eventbrite, thank you. Book here: Each Saturday night, we open the doors to a new **sonic adventure,** from the deep bass of **Shamanic Bass Temple**, to the exotic pulse of **Desert Grooves**, the fiery release of **Catharsis or MVMNT,** and the uplifting and heart-opening **electronic** dance music of **My Ecstatic Odyssey** or fun & soulful **Ecstatic Disco** nights! Every session is a **unique genre-specific experience** *(please check which event you've signed up to!)* yet all follow the same timeless flow, the **ecstatic wave,** a rise and return through the natural rhythms of our human energy: building from the cacao ceremony to the wild euphoric peak, then softening back into grounded peace and ending with a relaxation phase. ### **✨ What to Expect:** * 🎶 **Next-level, ecstatic dance journeys!** * 🥁 **Live percussion** to ignite the dancefloor and merge rhythm with movement * 🍫 **Heart-opening cacao ceremony** & positive intention setting to begin the night * 🔊 **Awesome sound system** & mesmerising visuals for full sensory immersion * 💃 A sacred, safe, and playful space to dance freely, express, release & connect * 🍉 **Complimentary fruit social** afterwards to nourish & unwind together * 💫 **The best Saturday night out and no hangover!** No alcohol. No drugs. Just pure music, movement, and magic. Join London’s longest-running ecstatic dance community- **Ecstatic Dance London**, pioneers of the UK’s **Sober ReLOVEution** since 2009. No experience needed, all welcome. ### 💜 **ALL UPCOMING WELLBEING EVENTS, RETREATS, FESTIVALS +CREWING:** **Website:** [ecstaticdancelondon.com/events](https://ecstaticdancelondon.com/events/ "https://ecstaticdancelondon.com/events/") **Linktree:** [linktr.ee/ecstaticdancelondon](https://linktr.ee/ecstaticdancelondon "https://linktr.ee/ecstaticdancelondon") **Instagram:** [@ecstaticdance_london](https://www.instagram.com/ecstaticdance_london "https://www.instagram.com/ecstaticdance_london") **Mailing list:** [https://ecstaticdancelondon.myflodesk.com/we-are-london](https://ecstaticdancelondon.myflodesk.com/we-are-london "https://ecstaticdancelondon.myflodesk.com/we-are-london") **💛FREE CREW SPACES:** We'd be very happy to hear from you if you'd like to help us in exchange for a free ticket! Requirement - you need to have attended at least two indoor events before you can join the crew. [Please complete the sign up form ](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1S2I2tnQA0YOv_RmSbRYcLHW8fEUkTmUtQibWk8XX6zs "https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1S2I2tnQA0YOv_RmSbRYcLHW8fEUkTmUtQibWk8XX6zs")and we'll be in touch.

Join the UK A Cappella Society for a day of workshops, all focusing on different areas of a cappella. You'll have a choice of workshops to attend, led by professionals and experts in the field. Meet some fellow singers, and learn new skills to up your game. **Schedule for the Day** **10 - 11am - Basic Vocal Skills:** Led by Will Drake, ex-MD of UK Champions, Northern Lights, co-founder of professional a cappella groups, Elision and Enchord. In this session, you'll go back to basics to train your voice and work on the details that really make a difference in making your performances amazing. **11.15 - 12.15pm - Sing Session (part 1)** Led by Charley Strachan, MD of Choir Co Women. This session involves putting the skills you've learnt to the test and learning a new arrangement from scratch alongside your fellow singers. **12.15 - 1pm LUNCH BREAK** **1 - 1.45pm - Sing Session (part 2)** The session will continue after lunch, and you'll end the session by performing the arrangement you've just learnt. **2 - 3pm - How To Set Up and Run a Group** Led by Will Drake, ex-MD of UK Champions, Northern Lights, co-founder of professional a cappella groups, Elision and Enchord. In this session, you'll learn everything you need to know about setting up a new group, or running an existing one. **3 - 4pm - Arranging 101** Led by Kevin Fox, ex-Swingle and current coach & professional arranger. In this session, you'll learn the fundamentals of arranging, get tips on how to improve your arrangements, and cover the tricks that will make your arrangement pop. **2 - 3pm - MD Workshop** Led by Tom Hartley, current Swingle, coach & professional arranger. This session will teach you how to work with singers to get the best out of their voices. You'll learn musical directing techniques to ensure that your group are all singing with one voice. **3 - 4pm - Groove Workshop** Led by Tom Hartley, current Swingle, coach & professional arranger. This session will cover groove, strenghtening your rhythmic sections and making sure that your group is feeling and performing the music in-sync. **4 - 4.30pm - Guest Performance TBC** [Tickets here](https://www.ticketsource.com/uk-a-cappella-society/uk-a-cappella-workshops-day/e-zklazx)

AFRO-HOUSE/BRAZILIAN/LATIN infused Ecstatic Dance / Sober Rave & Cacao Ceremony +Live Percussion from Romario + Wellness Space + Social **For booking and more info:** [https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ritmo-do-sol-afro-housebrazilian-infused-saturday-night-dance-cacao-tickets-1985932349116?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ritmo-do-sol-afro-housebrazilian-infused-saturday-night-dance-cacao-tickets-1985932349116?aff=oddtdtcreator) **ECSTATIC DANCE LONDON presents:** **🌎RITMO DO SOL (Rhythm of the Sun):** Afro House & World Beats Ecstatic Dance + Cacao Ceremony + Wellness Space (Downstairs) with Seth (DJ & live percussion set) & Master Brazilian percussionist Romario **Saturday Night:** 7PM–10PM **Fruit Social:** 10PM–10:30PM **Maida Vale, London** **Kundalini Meditation(optional)** 5:50pm-7pm Immerse yourself in an ecstatic dance journey infused with Brazilian, Latin, Afro House , Bossa rhythms, world beats, and live percussion. Move freely, connect deeply, and let the music take you on a powerful journey of embodiment, release and ecstasy. **Join us to welcome and dance in the NEW MOON energy!** We’ll open the evening with a dance movement warmup, then shift to a heart-opening raw vegan cacao ceremony and positive intention setting ritual, tuning in together before the main dance Wave begins. **Expect:** ✨ Uplifting Afro House, Brazilian, Latin, Bossa grooves, and organic world rhythms 🥁 Live percussion bringing fire and soul to the dancefloor 🍫 Raw ceremonial cacao to open your heart and elevate your energy 💃 Freestyle, expressive movement & moving meditation 🍉 Optional fruit social afterwards to nourish and connect No alcohol, no drugs, just rhythm, breath, and community. *This is one of London’s most loved sober Friday night dance experiences, where you can shake off the week’s stress and celebrate life through movement.* **Music Vibe:** Afro House \| World Beats \| Brazilian \| Latin **WHY CACAO?** At Ecstatic Dance London, we adore raw ceremonial cacao. It’s a natural heart-opener and gentle energiser that supports emotional flow, creativity, and embodied presence on the dancefloor. Your complimentary raw vegan cacao is lovingly prepared using ethically sourced, high-quality cacao from Guatemala. Free from gluten, dairy, nuts, and refined sugar, velvety, nourishing, and deeply delicious. Cacao + Ecstatic Dance is a potent combination for transformation, connection, and joyful expression. **ECSTATIC DANCE GUIDELINES** • No alcohol, no drugs • No shoes • No phones on the dancefloor • No talking while dancing • Move however you wish • Respect yourself, others, and the shared space This is a zero-tolerance sober space. Please arrive clear-headed; anyone arriving intoxicated will be refused entry or asked to leave. No refunds. Dancers participate at their own risk. Ecstatic Dance London accepts no responsibility for spontaneous joy, open hearts, or sore cheeks from excessive smiling (or for injury, loss, or damage). **THE PRACTICE** **Arrival & Warm-up:** Gentle stretching, movement, and intention-setting to ease into the body. **The Journey:** A full ecstatic dance soundwave guided by a live DJ set, with light facilitation to support flow and presence. Integration: The dance typically closes with a deep relaxation to land the experience. Late arrivals disrupt the shared container. Entry closes 30 minutes after the start, please arrive on time so we can journey together from beginning to end. **SCHEDULE** 5:50-7pm Kundalini Active Meditation 7:00–7:30pm Doors open & warm-up (No entry after 7:30pm — please arrive early) 7:30–10pm Cacao Ceremony • Chakra Journey • Ecstatic Dance Soundwave (Complimentary raw vegan cacao provided) 10pm–10:30pm Optional fruit social to nourish and ground after the dance **✨ The Journey** We begin by arriving in the body, with an optional Kundalini Meditation (5:50–7:00pm) for those who want to drop in early. From there, the Ecstatic Dance journey unfolds: A guided movement warm-up → our heart-opening cacao ceremony & connection ritual → a slow build into a euphoric, high-energy dance peak → softening into spacious, grounded integration → closing together with a gentle landing and fruit social. The music moves across afro, rhythm-infused, latin-rich soundscapes, designed to take you out of your head and into your body: with live percussion woven in to ignite rhythm and release.

You are invited to this joint event of Association of Black Humanists and Unruly Beauty. **Overview** Can a life without traditional religious meaning still feel sacred or whole? Grief is often associated with the loss of a person, but many of us carry quieter, less recognised forms of grief. This workshop creates space to explore the grief that can arise after losing a community, a shared purpose, or a spiritual framework, especially in the aftermath of leaving a religious tradition or belief system. Together, we will gently examine what it means to grieve not only *what was*, but also *what was promised*: belonging, certainty, identity, and a sense of divine connection. Participants are invited to reflect on how loss of faith or religious community can affect meaning-making, relationships, and one’s inner life, often in ways that are invisible or misunderstood by others. You do not need to identify as spiritual or religious to attend. This space honours doubt, curiosity, longing, anger, relief, and hope, (without pushing answers or beliefs). This is not about fixing grief, it is about witnessing loss, honouring transition, and making room for new forms of connection, within yourself and with others. Whether you are newly navigating life after religion or years into rebuilding your sense of self, you are welcome here. All Unruly Beauty events are open to ALL BODIES and ALL IDENTITIES! We affirm the inherent worth and dignity of every person, and are committed to cultivating a space that is inclusive, affirming, and psychologically safe for all. Please get your ticket at: [A Conversation on Grief : Belonging, Identity, and Loss After Religion Tickets, Sunday, Apr 19 from 2 pm to 6 pm | Eventbrite](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/a-conversation-on-grief-belonging-identity-and-loss-after-religion-tickets-1983653963403?aff=ebdsshsms&utm_share_source=listing_android&sg=41dc7852e3c2c15abff109e6d60c35ae41b4d315c9aaf13ae99fadc159dd4742c404b715e2e5b679ea51461ecf7d9b293310945233892b469142c37487084052265edc7df3f422ec4d0ab644db) **(If the cost of a ticket feels like an obstacle, please send us a message. We welcome you and want you to be part of this space.)** ### Location ### The Advocacy Academy 2 Beehive Place London SW9 7QR

*Etre ici est une splendeur* de Marie Darrieussecq est la biographie de Paula M. Becker. (160 pages) Réfléchi, saisissant et nécessaire. Un livre sur une artiste qui devient une œuvre d’art en soi, et qui attire l’attention sur la persistance de l’altérité et de l’exclusion dans lesquelles évoluent les femmes artistes. Intéressé à la lecture en espagnol, en anglais ou à la littérature perse ? : -www.meetup.com/gaia-books -www.meetup.com/gaia-libros -www.meetup.com/persian-culture -French Art Group (envoyez-moi une demande) -Instagram: @persian_culture_

Kick off your week with music, movement, and great vibes. Come solo or with friends—no partner needed! **Schedule (This Sunday):** • 6:00 PM – Free Bachata Taster • 6:30 PM – Bachata Classes (3 Levels) • 7:30 PM – Salsa Classes (3 Levels) • 8:30 PM–23:00 AM – FREE Social Dancing (Salsa, Bachata, a touch of Kiz) **What to expect:** • Friendly teachers, clear level splits, and lots of practice time • Great music and a welcoming crowd for all levels—absolute beginners to improvers • Central location, easy transport, and good vibes all night **Why social dancing is good for you:** Social dancing is a fun workout that boosts your cardio, coordination, and posture—without feeling like “exercise.” It reduces stress, fires up your brain with musical timing and footwork patterns, and improves confidence through gentle challenges and quick wins. Dancing with different partners builds connection, empathy, and communication skills (you literally learn to “listen” with your body). It’s also an incredible way to make friends and feel part of a community—one song at a time. Good to know: • No partner or experience required • Wear comfy shoes, bring water, and arrive a bit early for level check-in • Classes start right on time—don’t miss your warm-up! Price: £10 one class £15 two classes 6:00 PM class is FREE intro to bachata RSVP now so we can plan levels and floor space. See you on the dance floor! 💃🕺

Love getting lost in a good book? [The Book Loft](https://www.bookloft.com/) of German Village is an iconic independent bookstore packed with hard-to-find literary treasures! This isn’t your run-of-the-mill bookstore; it’s a 32-room literary wonderland that would make even the most seasoned bibliophile’s head spin (one of the largest in the country)! **MEET**: We'll gather outside the storefront and then start browsing... **DESSERT**: We'll grab some famous macaroons to start our foodie tour. [Pistacia Vera](https://www.pistaciavera.com/) is a delicious bakery and cafe in the German Village. This charming shop is especially known for its classic macarons. **HAPPY HOUR**: Italian drinks and bites at [Cento's happy hour](https://centogermanvillage.com/menus/). **PARKING**: Street parking all around here. Check the parking time limit. The bookstore and the foodie stops are all on 3rd Street within 4 blocks on the same side of the street.

Over 50 CINCO de MAYO HAPPY HOUR - FLIGHTS N TACOS!!! Join us for a fun and relaxed Over 50 Happy Hour on Friday, May 1st from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM at Giant Eagle Grandview Yard Event Center! (upper level) **Plenty of free parking**. The event center is huge! Pics are in the comments. Over 50 CINCO de MAYO HAPPY HOUR!! – Flights n Tacos Let’s join together for a fiesta! (Invite friends - we have lots of room!) • Taco Bar • Margarita and Beer tasting • Complementary chips and salsa • Margs/cocktails at the bar for purchase • Festive Band/Music Margaritas/Mexican Beer Tasting + Taco Bar: Optional - For $15.00 per person you can also get 4 Margarita or beer) Get ready for a fun evening filled with live music, great conversation, and a lively crowd of 50+ singles and friends looking to mix, mingle, and enjoy the night. Whether you come solo or with friends, you’ll quickly feel the welcoming, social vibe. Enjoy happy hour at the bar until 6 PM, or take part in the special Cinco de Mayo experience featuring margarita flights and delicious Mexican bites. It’s the perfect setting to relax, meet new people, and celebrate in style. Our private upstairs space gives us plenty of room to connect, laugh, and enjoy the energy of the night. Come when you can, stay as long as you like — the best conversations (and the most fun!) tend to build as the evening goes on. No agenda — just great people, live music, and a Cinco de Mayo celebration you won’t want to miss!

In this local meeting, you will discover knowledge that you can use to get over the past. The key to improving your personal motivation, self-confidence, and happiness is to get over your painful memories. When you become free of your past, you will be free from stress, anger, anxiety and depression. Studies show that negative emotions can affect your health. By being free of negative emotions, believe it or not, you will most likely even look younger, feel more energetic, and become healthier! Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there. This group is brought to you by the Dianetics and Scientology life improvement center.

Sleep in on Sundays. When you've had your fill of pajama-time, roll out and have some tasty brunch with your fellow Humanists!

Let’s meet and share our thoughts about Carson McCullers’ novella, The Ballad of The Sad Café.