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Humber Bay Shores, Mimico Creek, and Air India Memorial!
\*\***The Toronto History Walks Yearly Pass is available. Get it now for $125.00 for 1 year of unlimited tours, email**
**torontohistorywalks@gmail.com**
**for more information or for signing up!\*\***
\*\* **Please note: Please e-transfer the ticket amount when booking your space for this tour! You can e-transfer to the following email at:**
**torontohistorywalks@gmail.com**
On a warm June day in 1985, Air India flight 182 left Toronto Pearson headed east for Montreal, London, and onward to India, with 329 passengers and crew. The flight never reached London. It was destroyed by a suitcase bomb over the north Atlantic Ocean off the shores of Ireland, resulting in one of the most complicated and politically sensitive investigation in recent Canadian history. Since a vast majority of the passengers were Canadians, this was the worst terrorist attack against Canadians in our history.
The outcome divided families and shone a spotlight on wrong doing at all levels here and abroad. A fascinating story, but a tragic one for the victims. This tour looks at the story in detail and the fallout.
This tour also examines the history of the Humber Bay Shores, and the historic Mimico Creek, or "where the passenger pigeons take flight." The area is a walkers paradise as it follows the shoreline for great picture taking moments as well.
If you have not explored Mimico and the Humber shores, or new to Toronto, this walk is for you.
The price of this tour is $15.00 per person!
This extensive walking tour begins at the Humber Streetcar Loop on Lakeshore Blvd and the Queensway! We end the tour at Mimico Avenue in Mimico Village on Lakeshore Blvd West.
\*\* **Please note: Please e-transfer the ticket amount when booking your space for this tour! You can e-transfer to the following email at:**
**torontohistorywalks@gmail.com**
Steve Flemming Presents: Love Will Find a Way! (Group Dating Game)
Hello everyone,
Please join us for a fun, interactive and laughter filled ***"group dating game"*** experience. We all bring years of knowledge, wisdom and stories; so together we can support, inspire and share optimal understanding to love, dating and fulfilling relationships.
This will be a well organized, interactive and valuable afternoon as we dive deeper into the real meanings of love, romance, intimacy and effective dating.
\*We will be joined by my other social groups too so we can anticipate a great afternoon
Event Details bellow:
Sincerely,
Steve Flemming
(Organizer/Host)
Event Details:
**Steve Flemming Presents:**
**Love Will Find a Way!**
**(Group Dating Game)**
-An inspiring, interactive and welcoming afternoon as we go deeper into the universal topic of love, dating and intimate relationships
\*Let's not take ourselves too seriously either (we're all in this together-so we'll definitely share some laughs too :)
\*Invite your friends or come on your own; all is welcome!
**About the Organizer/Host**
Steve Flemming provides over 19 years of producing community events and group facilitation on personal growth, spirituality and relationships. He looks forward to involving everyone in a safe, fun and inspirational way. We will be sure to experience a wonderful afternoon with great, thoughtful people in a ideal setting for connection and conversation.
**Where to Meet us?**
**Date: Sunday March 8th, 2026**
**Arrive between 4:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.**
**Location: La Carnita - Good Fortune Bar (Main Floor)**
**Address:** 130 Eglinton Ave. Toronto, ON M4P 2X9
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**Event Fee:** 10 dollars upon arrival (HST included)
(Cash only or e transfer when you arrive)
**steveflemming11@gmail.com**
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\*Lunch/Dinner & Beverage Menu available too
\*Includes reserved seating for the group
\*Beverage and/or appetizer minimum to support the staff and venue
Remember to tip the hard working servers too) Thank you for your co-operation :)
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**Parking Available:**
\*Plenty of street parking on Eglinton and (Residential area south/east of venue for free)
**Close to Subway Station:**
\*Also three minute walk east from Yonge/Eglinton subway station
đď¸đ ASTORIA GREEK LUNCH SOCIAL đđď¸
ASTORIA GREEK LUNCH SOCIAL
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Sunshine on a Plate in the Heart of Greektown
Maybe youâre skipping the walk.
Maybe you just want the reward.
Either way â come meet us for lunch
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Weâre gathering at **Astoria Shish Kebob House**, a Greektown institution established in 1972 and one of the oldest, most beloved Greek restaurants in Toronto.
This isnât just lunch.
This is sizzling souvlaki arriving at the table.
This is lemon potatoes that deserve their own fan club.
This is grilled calamari, moussaka, warm pita, cool tzatziki, and that unmistakable buzz of a busy Greek dining room.
Astoria has been serving authentic Greek cuisine for over 50 years â long before âfoodie cultureâ was a thing. Itâs classic. Itâs generous. Itâs the kind of place where you leave full and a little bit happier than when you arrived.
And itâs even better when the table is full of friendly faces.
If youâve been meaning to try one of our events but didnât want to commit to a full walk â this is your perfect entry point. Just show up hungry and ready to chat.
Menu:[ CLICK HERE!](https://astoriashishkebobhouse.com/toronto/menu-toronto)
**Donât forget to join our WhatsApp group** â [CLICK HERE!](https://chat.whatsapp.com/H59mSCbsAi018gYANrKAnc?mode=ac_t)
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ď¸ Meetup Details
â° Time: 12:30 PM
â I will only wait 5 minutes outside
Meetup Spot: Iâll be standing outside the restaurant
Iâll be wearing my Moose Hat
Please donât go inside without checking in first so we can be seated together.
And please donât call the restaurant â they wonât have information about this event. Message Mathew directly with any questions.
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ď¸ **Meetup Fee:** $5 cash in person **or** e-transfer to
\*\*[mathewmaclean@hotmail.com**](http://mathewmaclean@hotmail.com%2A%2A/)
This fee helps support the group and allows us to keep hosting events like this. Thank you for supporting community!
If this is your first time attending one of my events, you must send the e-transfer in advance to hold your spot.
Send to: [mathewmaclean@hotmail.com](mailto:mathewmaclean@hotmail.com)
This helps ensure committed attendance and supports the group so we can keep organizing great gatherings like this.
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âł Leaving Time
Youâre free to leave whenever you like â stay for a quick bite or linger over coffee and conversation.
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Who Is This For?
This group is open to anyone who wants to be social and make friends â whether single or not.
We also host:
Movies
Walks & hikes
Arts & culture outings
ď¸ Restaurant socials
Thereâs always something happening â but this one? This one smells like oregano and grilled perfection.
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â ď¸ A Gentle Reminder
Sometimes things happen and events may need to be canceled â please keep an eye on updates.
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Organizer: Mathew
Questions? Post on the event wall or email
[torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com](mailto:torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com)
Come for the Greek food.
Stay for the laughter.
Leave wondering why you donât eat lemon potatoes every week.
Honestly â lunch tastes better when you donât eat it alone. â¨
đŚđď¸ DANFORTH WALK, BUTTERFLY MURAL & GREEK LUNCHđď¸đŚ
**DANFORTH WALK, BUTTERFLY MURAL & GREEK LUNCHď¸**
Street Culture, Public Art & A Proper Greek Feast
Thereâs something about the Danforth that feels like old-school Toronto in the best possible way â vibrant, layered, proudly local, and full of stories.
Join us for a social walk along one of the cityâs most iconic stretches: **Danforth Avenue**. As we stroll west toward downtown, weâll pass lively patios, long-standing family restaurants, cozy cafĂŠs, independent shops, and the everyday rhythm of a neighbourhood that has shaped Torontoâs cultural identity for generations.
This area is famously home to the annual **Taste of the Danforth**, one of the largest street festivals in the city â and historically, it was once home to the largest Greek community outside of Greece. You feel that history in the bakeries, the signage, the music drifting from open doors.
Itâs not just a walk.
I
tâs a little slice of Toronto heritage â experienced together.
**Donât forget to join our WhatsApp group** â [CLICK HERE!](https://chat.whatsapp.com/H59mSCbsAi018gYANrKAnc?mode=ac_t)
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The Butterfly Mural Stop
Along the way, weâll stop at the Butterfly Mural, sponsored by the **David Suzuki Foundation** as part of The Great Canadian Butterflyway Project.
Itâs bold, colourful, and rooted in environmental awareness â a reminder that even in the middle of the city, we are connected to something larger. Weâll pause, take photos, chat, and enjoy a little moment of art-meets-nature in urban Toronto.
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ď¸ Greek Lunch at a Danforth Institution
After our walk, weâll sit down for lunch at the historic **Astoria Shish Kebob House**, one of the most well-known Greek restaurants in the city.
Expect:
Classic souvlaki
Lemon potatoes
Fresh Greek salad
Big, generous comfort food energy
Menu: Click Here!
Nothing bonds people like sharing a table and passing the tzatziki.
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ââď¸ What to Expect
Weâll walk at a relaxed, social pace â stopping to observe, chat, and enjoy the neighbourhood. The route will take us toward Danforth & Chester.
Youâre welcome to leave at any time.
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âď¸ Weather & Commitment
Please donât sign up if youâre not ready to walk in real winter conditions. This event happens rain, snow, or classic Toronto wind.
The only exception: if temperatures reach -20°C, the event will be canceled.
Bundle up â this one is for the walkers. âď¸
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Meetup Details
Meetup Location: Outside the station (exact station noted in event listing)
Iâll be wearing my Moose Hat
â° Meetup Time: 11:00 AM
â I will only wait 5 minutes
Please arrive on time so we can begin together.
End Location: Danforth & Chester
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Meetup Fee
ď¸ **Meetup Fee:** $5 cash in person **or** e-transfer to
\*\*[mathewmaclean@hotmail.com**](http://mathewmaclean@hotmail.com%2A%2A/)
This fee helps support the group and allows us to keep hosting events like this. Thank you for supporting community!
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What to Bring
* Water
* Good winter boots
* Gloves & hat
* Something warm to drink
* A small snack (optional)
Layers are your best friend.
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Who Is This For?
This group is open to anyone who wants to be social and make friends â whether youâre single or not.
We also host:
Movies
Walks & hikes
Arts & culture
ď¸ Restaurant outings
âŚand lots of welcoming, low-pressure community gatherings.
Youâre always welcome.
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REMEMBER: You can just show up on the day if youâre unsure about your schedule.
And as always, sometimes life happens and plans may need to shift â please keep an eye out for updates.
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Organizer: Mathew
Questions? Post on the event wall or email
[torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com](mailto:torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com)
Come for the culture.
Stay for the conversation.
Leave full â in more ways than one.
The Danforth has heart. Letâs go feel it together. ď¸â¨
Old New Toronto (11.3 km)
New Toronto is a neighbourhood in Etobicoke just west of the former limits of Toronto. It mushroomed in the early 20th century but today it looks older than old Toronto. The exception is the enclave of spiffy condos at Humber Bay Shores.
The biggest attraction here is the former Mimico Asylum, which now houses Humber College and a couple of ghosts. We won't explore the underground tunnels but we'll check out Toronto's largest open-air skating trail and loop around the historic buildings.
Going eastwards, we'll pass by Polish and British food places and an Australian cafe. The eclectic mix continues in Mimico, with an increasing Tibetan and Thai focus. It's also home to the best Ukrainian restaurant in the GTA.
The route winds through soaring condos at Humber Bay, the frozen lakeshore, and circles back from the iconic bridge marking the border of Etobicoke and old Toronto. From there, it's a short distance to either an exemplary Argentinean steakhouse for asado (barbecue) or a modern Chinese restaurant for spicy Sichuan claypot dishes.
**Highlights**
1. Assembly Hall (depart 2pm)
2. Colonel Samuel Smith Skating Trail
3. Humber College / Cumberland House / The Gatehouse
4. Zakopane Deli / Albatros Pub
5. Kitchen On Sixth
6. Eighth Street Skate Park / Bosnian Islamic Centre
7. The Sydney Grind (depart 2:50pm)
8. Prince of Wales Park
9. Mr. Momo
10. Pemako Kitchen / Barrel House Korchma
11. Asters Patisserie
12. Waterfront Trail
13. Humber Bay Park West Parking Lot (depart 4:05pm)
14. Eau Du Soleil
15. Chiang Mai Thai Kitchen
16. Humber Bay Arch Bridge
17. Vos Restaurante Argentino
18. Tis Two Cities (arrive 5:30pm)
**Neighbourhoods**
New Toronto > Mimico > Humber Bay Shores
**Map**
[https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1ajJLym5E-5f-LSxd_dDER6GJ2vo2xQ0&usp=sharing](https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1ajJLym5E-5f-LSxd_dDER6GJ2vo2xQ0&usp=sharing)
**How it works**
Hike starts punctually. Late or can't do the whole route? Meet us at scheduled checkpoints.
We'll browse many food places but won't linger long. Grab ready-made food, or see the route in advance, organize takeout, then pickup along the way.
Not sure what to try? Join our omakase for $5, which gives a tiny sample from different restaurants. Payment on the day of event by cash or e-transfer to [globaltorontoeats@gmail.com.](http://globaltorontoeats@gmail.com.) No refunds after orders are placed. Details of sampled food will be uploaded after the hike.
Limited cutlery provided. Highly recommended to bring cutlery and containers for omakase and bringing back leftovers.
See our [About section](https://www.meetup.com/hike-to-eat/) for more info.
Historic Preservation Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
Japanese Festival
We'll be going to the festival at the Japanese Cultural Centre where we'll see plenty of things such as cultural performances, food, arts and crafts, and a tea ceremony.
There will be martial artists demonstrations, there is traditional Japanese dancing and instruments such as drumming. There will be arts and crafts for sale as well as Japanese food. There is also a museum and art gallery at the centre.
We go to this every year and it's highly recommended. It's $13 if you pay in advance on line or $15 to pay by debit or credit at the door (NO CASH) and it's worth it. Or if you wear a kimono you get in free !
Pay online:
[https://www.ticketweb.ca/event/hina-matsuri-2026-japanese-canadian-cultural-centre-tickets/14123954?pl=jcccevents](https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.ticketweb.ca/event/hina-matsuri-2026-japanese-canadian-cultural-centre-tickets/14123954?pl%3Djcccevents&sa=D&source=calendar&usd=2&usg=AOvVaw04DXkN_A7PnKyaArfK5c4q)
We will be meeting INSIDE Broadview subway at the entrance. Felice is wearing a red hat. We will then take bus 100A to the Centre. For people who are driving there is free parking at the event look for Felice inside wearing a red hat.
Check it out at:
[https://jccc.on.ca/event/2026/03/hina-matsuri-2026](https://www.google.com/url?q=https://jccc.on.ca/event/2026/03/hina-matsuri-2026&sa=D&source=calendar&usd=2&usg=AOvVaw2ONQKV0NDmsid6bBi2fH0H)
Saturday Night Dance Party @ The Old Mill
Singles Dance Party + 40 Crowd
Saturday March 7th $20.00 cover
7.30pm -12.30
The Old Mill
21 Old Mill Rd.
Join us for a fun-filled evening of dancing, mingling, and making new connections! Whether you're new in town or a seasoned single professional, this event is perfect for you. Let loose and show off your dance moves as we groove to the latest beats, from Bachata to classic hits. This social networking opportunity is ideal for singles over 50
Get ready to relive the magic of past events like the "Saturday Night Singles Dance Party @ The Old Mill" and "An evening of Dancing & Romancing . Don't miss out on this chance to mix and mingle with other singles in a lively and welcoming atmosphere. Grab your dancing shoes and get ready for a night to remember at our Singles Night Out!
416 236 8222.
Niagara Falls - Cat Lovers trip by $10 roundtrip GO Train
Feline fancier? If yes , this is the trip for you. We'll be visiting the Niagara Falls area and their [lovely cat cafe. ](https://niagarafallscatcafe.ca/) Limited spots available for this so sign up soon.
**REMINDER - clocks go forward at 2AM today so please ensure you're ready for that when planning your trip**
We will be having lunch at the cat cafe. [ Full menu here](https://niagarafallscatcafe.ca/menu)
**You are responsible for your own food/drink bill.** The $10 only covers 1hr at the cat cafe.
**You must send your cat cafe $10 fee to nicolasbello@yahoo.com when you sign up for this event.**
Our single-story venue was designed with accessibility in mind. There are NO steps/stairs at our Cafe and one of our two washrooms is accessibly sized!
**Please read everything before signing up!**
[WhatsApp for this event](https://chat.whatsapp.com/FDfbPqh5Xc3Kh39eFcQWsB)
First and foremost, **there is lots and lots of walking on this trip.** We'll walk from train station to the cat cafe, attractions, lunch, etc. Please wear comfortable walking shoes.
We'll also , of course, have to walk back to train at end of our day. **Only sign up if you're comfortable with a lot of walking.**
**Cost for the GO Train Per Person:** $10 round-trip with their [weekend day pass deal](https://www.gotransit.com/en/partners-and-promotions/weekend-passes-with-go) . **Do not buy your pass until March 1**! Passes are valid for one week from purchase date.
You can also pay with your Presto but it will cost more than $10 for the trip. Get the day pass instead.
**The Day Of**:
**Meetup Spot:** North side of Front St W. In front of Fairmont Royal York. Look for Nick who'll be holding Meetup signs
**Meetup time:** 8:15AM and the **train WILL LEAVE AT 9:04AM**. SHARP! As per GO policy now the doors will close one minute earlier @ 9:03AM
**If you are late you miss the train, and you miss the MEETUP.**
**Arrival Time:** 11:25AM
From there we have a short walk to the cats. From Noon-1PM we will have our cat cafe booking. All cats available for adoption as well.
**By joining this event you're agreeing to come with us for the cat cafe + [lunch experience](https://niagarafallscatcafe.ca/menu) . You must send your cat cafe $10 fee to nicolasbello@yahoo.com when you sign up for this event.**
Those that would like to join me after , can walk with me along the falls and enjoy the sights. Take photos and just chat with other members. There is a lot of other things to do at the falls.
**Train Leaves:** **4pm SHARP** \- The train will leave right on time and\, as per GO policy now\, the doors will close one minute earlier at 3:59PM\.
If you want to stay later or overnight you can make your own arrangements. If you wish to return to Toronto later there are trains at 7:58PM and 10PM
[PDF train schedule here ](https://assets.metrolinx.com/image/upload/v1765347924/Documents/GO/full-schedules/FS20122025/TABLE01.pdf)
Don't Forget to join our email list (Meetup does not send out emails to everyone in a group) to get our weekly news later about upcoming events: [http://eepurl.com/hKt76f](http://eepurl.com/hKt76f)
Nick is the organizer for this meetup. If you need to contact him, please post a message on the wall, or email him nicolasbello@yahoo.com
**THIS GROUP IS OPEN TO THOSE THAT WANT TO BE SOCIAL, MAKE FRIENDS, THAT ARE SINGLE OR NOT SINGLE. WE ALSO HAVE LOTS OF OTHER EVENTS LIKE, MOVIES, WALKS, HIKES, ARTS & CULTURE AND RESTAURANTS. WE LOVE TO SUPPORT MEMEBERS TO SOCIALIZE AND TO FORM LONG LASTING FRIENDSHIPS.**
**Rules:** [Click Here!](https://www.meetup.com/toronto-movies-and-social-group/events/293241263/)
**Getting The Best Out Of MeetUp:** [Click Here!](https://www.meetup.com/toronto-movies-and-social-group/events/293241269/)
Don't Forget to join our email list (Meetup does not send out emails to
everyone in a group) to get our weekly news later about upcoming events: [http://eepurl.com/hKt76f](http://eepurl.com/hKt76f)
Facebook group @ [http://www.facebook.com/groups/502945113062739/](http://www.facebook.com/groups/502945113062739/)
Toronto Sunrise Timelapse from Wards Island
Join us Sunday, March 8th for a sunrise timelapse session from Wards Island with a view facing the Toronto skyline.
We will meet inside the Jack Layton Ferry Terminal and take the first ferry to Wards Island at **6:30 AM sharp**. Please arrive early to purchase your ferry ticket and meet inside the terminal so we can board together.
Important: **Daylight Saving Time begins that morning**, so clocks move forward overnight. Even though we are meeting at 6:15 AM, it will still be dark when we depart.
Plan for the morning:
â Meet inside the ferry terminal before 6:15 AM
â Board the 6:30 ferry to Wards Island
â Walk to our shooting location facing the Toronto skyline
â Set up cameras and tripods
â Capture a sunrise timelapse as the sun rises behind the city
Tripods are highly recommended for timelapse photography. If you donât have a tripod, you are still welcome to join and capture handheld photos.
What to bring:
â Camera
â Tripod (recommended)
â Fully charged batteries
â Warm clothing
Weather permitting event. If skies are completely overcast, the event may be cancelled as sunrise visibility will be limited.
This is a collaborative, beginner-friendly photography meetup. No selling or promotion of photography services permitted.
Historic Preservation Events Near You
Connect with your local Historic Preservation community
2026 season kickoff hike!
Join us for our inaugural hike of the 2026 season as we hike the first leg of the Big Walnut trail. We will leave from Morse Rd at Hanna Realty and hike 2 miles on a flat paved trail along Big Walnutl creek and looping Academy Park. See you Sunday at 3 pm!
Omnipresent Atheists Weekly Meetup (2nd Tues)
Jimmy V's Grill & Pub in Grandview Heights. You are responsible for your own meal/drinks. We usually don't have any agenda other than eat, drink and talk. :) If the weather is nice we will be on the back patio, otherwise we are in the cigar room.
This group has been meeting every Tuesday evening for over a decade. Many attendees do not RSVP on meetup. Please don't let the small number here discourage you. Anyone/everyone is welcome to come. We'd love to have you join us.
COTA bus #5 comes to W. 5th and Wyandotte Rd. And it's a minute walk to the restaurant.
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Did you know that there are atheists everywhere?!?! You may not know it, but we are! We're in your schools, diners, police force, military, government, and some are even still in your churches! So come and join us and meet other local atheists, along with agnostics, heathens, humanists, skeptics, and anyone else who's 'hell bound'!
Vision: a Central Ohio that accepts atheism as a viable alternative in all areas of public and private life.
Mission: grow, support, and provide community for atheists in Central Ohio.
Social meetings held most Tuesdays at a local pub/restaurant at 7:00 PM (and often into the wee hours). Attendees call themselves agnostics, skeptics, humanists, non-theists, deists or even theists. All attendees are welcome but should support our vision.
Atheists of Columbus (AoC) is part of Omnipresent Atheists (OA). AoC members are invited to join this OA meetup and/or OA Facebook group ( https://www.facebook.com/groups/omnipresentatheists/ ) but are free to continue conversations on the AoC Facebook group ( https://www.facebook.com/groups/columbusatheists/ ). AoC was founded in 2012 as a networking, social group for Central Ohio area humanists, skeptics, atheists, agnostics, nonbelievers, freethinkers, and the curious. It was a member of Columbus CoR and held weekly meetings, mostly on Fridays, for several years but then operated as an online only group for some time. In November 2018, Omnipresent Atheists (OA), a group that routinely meets on Tuesdays, invited AoC to merge.
Omnipresent Atheists is a member of the Columbus Coalition of Reason (ColumbusCoR.org). Omnipresent Atheists is a member of the Columbus Coalition of Reason ( http://www.ColumbusCoR.org ). Omnipresent Atheists endorses the mission of the Secular Coalition for America ( http://secular.org ).
Free at Bexley Library- Adventures in Ecological Horticulture
w Rebecca McMackin
Free at Bexley Library
Adventures in Ecological Horticulture
with Rebecca McMackin
Wednesday, March 18
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Gone are the days when a garden could be ornamental alone. We now recognize the impact that our land care practices have on the ecosystems around us, and can see the importance of encouraging biodiversity. Thankfully, we do not need to sacrifice beauty when we invite butterflies and songbirds into our gardens.
Rebecca McMackin has cultivated gorgeous landscapes in the toughest environments possible: urban parks, school playgrounds, and the sidewalks of New York City. She will take lessons from her work at Brooklyn Bridge Park, the Brooklyn Museum, and decades of research to share how those of us who are fortunate enough to care for land, can do it beautifully and ecologically.
Rebecca McMackin is an ecologically obsessed horticulturist and garden designer. She writes, lectures, and teaches on ecological landscape management and pollination ecology, as well as designs the rare public garden.
She is currently Lead Horticulturist for the American Horticultural Society, an Associate with the Harvard Divinity Schoolâs Thinking with Plants and Fungi Initiative, and Consulting Arboretum Curator for Woodlawn Cemetery in the Bronx, NY.
Rebecca spent a decade as Director of Horticulture of Brooklyn Bridge Park, where she managed 85 acres of diverse parkland organically. Their research into cultivating urban biodiversity and ethical management strategies has influenced thousands of people and entire urban parks systems to adopt similar approaches.
She has been published by and featured in the New York Times, Gardens Illustrated, on NPR and PBS. Her garden for the Brooklyn Museum recently won the PPAâs Award of Excellence and her TED Talk has been viewed over a million times. She holds M.Sc. from Columbia University and University of Victoria in landscape design and biology and recently completed the Loeb Fellowship at the
Harvard Graduate School of Design.
This program is presented in partnership with Rooted in Bexley and generously funded by the Bexley Community Foundation and Bexley Community Author Series Fund.
Omnipresent Atheists Weekly Meetup (3rd Tues)
Jimmy V's Grill & Pub in Grandview Heights. We meet in the bar in the room on the right (the cigar shop). You are responsible for your own meal/drinks. We usually don't have any agenda other than eat, drink and talk. :) If the weather is nice we will be on the back patio, otherwise we are in the cigar room.
This group has been meeting every Tuesday evening for over a decade. Many attendees do not RSVP on meetup. Please don't let the small number here discourage you. Anyone/everyone is welcome to come. We'd love to have you join us.
COTA bus #5 comes to W. 5th and Wyandotte Rd. And it's a minute walk to the restaurant.
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Did you know that there are atheists everywhere?!?! You may not know it, but we are! We're in your schools, diners, police force, military, government, and some are even still in your churches! So come and join us and meet other local atheists, along with agnostics, heathens, humanists, skeptics, and anyone else who's 'hell bound'!
Vision: a Central Ohio that accepts atheism as a viable alternative in all areas of public and private life.
Mission: grow, support, and provide community for atheists in Central Ohio.
Social meetings held most Tuesdays at a local pub/restaurant at 7:00 PM (and often into the wee hours). Attendees call themselves agnostics, skeptics, humanists, non-theists, deists or even theists. All attendees are welcome but should support our vision.
Atheists of Columbus (AoC) is part of Omnipresent Atheists (OA). AoC members are invited to join this OA meetup and/or OA Facebook group ( https://www.facebook.com/groups/omnipresentatheists/ ) but are free to continue conversations on the AoC Facebook group ( https://www.facebook.com/groups/columbusatheists/ ). AoC was founded in 2012 as a networking, social group for Central Ohio area humanists, skeptics, atheists, agnostics, nonbelievers, freethinkers, and the curious. It was a member of Columbus CoR and held weekly meetings, mostly on Fridays, for several years but then operated as an online only group for some time. In November 2018, Omnipresent Atheists (OA), a group that routinely meets on Tuesdays, invited AoC to merge.
Omnipresent Atheists is a member of the Columbus Coalition of Reason (ColumbusCoR.org). Omnipresent Atheists is a member of the Columbus Coalition of Reason ( http://www.ColumbusCoR.org ). Omnipresent Atheists endorses the mission of the Secular Coalition for America ( http://secular.org ).
How to Install a Bog Garden, with David Marsolo - Free Class
Hosted by Wild Ones Columbus
How to Install a Bog Garden, with David Marsolo
Saturday, March 14th, 2026
10:00 am to 12:00 pm (Eastern Time)
Innis House (Inniswoods Metro Park) , 940 S. Hempstead Road, Westerville, OH
Public Welcome Free Event Program/Speaker Presentation Wheelchair Accessible Public Restroom Free Public Parking
A bog can serve the same functions as a traditional rain garden but has the advantages of being low maintenance, climate resilient and attractive for a much longer part of the year.
David Marsolo is a long time Wild Ones member. He has been maintaining artificial bogs at his suburban Westerville home for about 20 years. He will describe how to install a bog and fill it with many interesting native plants including pollinator and host plants
https://columbus.wildones.org/calendar-of-events-and-programs/?wo_event_id=11160
Omnipresent Atheists Weekly Meetup (4th Tues)
Jimmy V's Grill & Pub in Grandview Heights. You are responsible for your own meal/drinks. We usually don't have any agenda other than eat, drink and talk. :) If the weather is nice we will be on the back patio, otherwise we are in the cigar room.
This group has been meeting every Tuesday evening for over a decade. Many attendees do not RSVP on meetup. Please don't let the small number here discourage you. Anyone/everyone is welcome to come. We'd love to have you join us.
COTA bus #5 comes to W. 5th and Wyandotte Rd. And it's a minute walk to the restaurant.
Open Candle Bar | Paint and Sip (3D Print Edition) | Tea & Snacks
Looking for a creative night out that isnât boring or corporate? Come hang out at **The Arcane Foundry** for an open candle bar and a 3D print paint and sip! Choose something from our 3D-printed shelf â *think ceramic paint-and-sip, but way cooler and with custom models we print in-house.* Or head to the candle bar and pick your fragrances to pour your own **pillar candle or container candle**.
Sip complimentary tea, enjoy bakery snacks, and **BYOB wine or beer** while you paint, pour, and make whatever the hell you feel like making. No experience needed â this is all vibes, fun, and meeting new people while creating something youâll actually want to take home.
Starting at a very low price of $10 and up for paint and sip
(Includes use of community paints, paint pallet, paint brushes)
PLA Models starting at $10 and up
75mm Resin Fantasy Models $25
32mm Table-Top Miniatures $10
**Candle Making** (includes vessel, your choice of wick, wax, scented oil, labels and lids)
5oz Glass Jars $15
8oz Candle Tins $25
12oz Glass Candles $35
12oz Amber Jars $40
16 oz Skull or Jack o Lantern Candle Mugs $60 (Limited Edition!)
\[www\.thearcanefoundry\.com\]\(The Arcane Foundry\)
**All materials included. You just bring yourself (and your drink of choice).**
**Payments accepted:**
* Cash
* Venmo: @Daclaud-Lee
* Cashapp: $DaclaudL
* PayPal: daclaudlee@gmail.com




















