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Meetup in the Park: Minimal living and Tiny Home Living
**About this event:** Have you been dreaming of going tiny? Are you curious about minimal living, off-grid setups, or just downsizing your life in Victoria?
You are not alone! We are launching a new community for enthusiasts to connect, share stories, and support one another.
(Please book ticket in EventBrite [here](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/monthly-minimal-living-meetup-tiny-home-tickets-1983064391979?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl) )
Imagine a life with less clutter, less debt, and more freedom.
We are building a community in Victoria for those who want to step away from the traditional housing market and embrace tiny homes and minimal living.
For our first-ever meetup, we are keeping it simple. We’ll meet in the park to introduce ourselves and discuss what we want to create together. Whether you want to talk about the technical side (trailers, solar, regulations) or the lifestyle side (downsizing, remote work), this is the place to start.
Come along, make new friends, and let’s talk about how to make big dreams happen in tiny spaces.
Please book your ticket https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/monthly-minimal-living-meetup-tiny-home-tickets-1983064391979?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl
**What to expect:** This is a strictly casual, unstructured meetup. No presentations, no sales pitches, and no pressure. Just a relaxed afternoon in the park with like-minded people.
We’re simply gathering to discuss:
* Who is already living the tiny life?
* Who is dreaming/planning?
* What are the local hurdles (council rules, finding land, etc.)?
* How can we support each other?
**Who should come:** Whether you have your tiny house plans drawn up, you're already living in one, or you just watched a documentary and thought "I could do that"—you are welcome here.
**What to bring:**
* A camping chair or picnic rug.
* Your own snacks/drinks.
* Sun protection (or an umbrella—it is Melbourne/Victoria after all!).
**About Your Host**
Hi, I’m Karen. After exploring over 50 countries, I’ve chosen Melbourne as my home. As an entrepreneur, I’ve come to realize that we don't need much to be truly happy. In fact, nature provides us with so many "free luxuries"—from sunlight to green spaces—that we often overlook in the modern world.
I am channeling this philosophy into building my own tiny home in Victoria this year. I started this group because I realized that while the tiny house movement is growing, the journey can feel a bit lonely. I want to build a supportive local community where we can share resources, untangle the regulations, and help each other turn these small dreams into reality.
* **Wet Weather Plan:** (e.g., "If it rains, we will move to a cafe close by.")
Autism and Past-Life Memory: What We're Learning by Jim Matlock, PhD
**The Telepathy Tapes podcast** brought the ESP abilities of autistic children to the world’s attention, with several studies exploring this association more closely. However, the neurological effects of autism can affect other abilities as well – like present-life memory and even past-life memories.
**Jim Matlock and his team are pioneers** in this new cutting-edge field of study - now exploring it more systematically than ever before, with new findings still coming to light.
**Some autistic people have outstanding memory** capabilities, while also struggling in other areas. But other autistic people are unable to form the basic episodic memories that underlie autobiographical recall. And research is revealing that the same factors impacting present-life memory can impact past-life memory as well.
**In this session, Jim Matlock will discuss** several case studies of autistic children and adults to describe how autobiographical past-life memories can either be suppressed or enhanced under autism.
**About Jim Matlock PhD:**
* Anthropologist and world-class reincarnation researcher
* Creator of the 'Processual Soul Theory' through his comprehensive, multicultural and interdisciplinary approach
* 45+ years involvement in parapsychology and reincarnation studies
* Editorial Board member of the *Journal of Scientific Exploration*
* Editorial Board member of the Journal of Near-Death Studies
* Research Fellow with the Parapsychology Foundation, Inc.
* Winner of 2021 Parapsychological Association Book Award for Signs of Reincarnation: Exploring Beliefs, Cases, and Theory (2019)
* Author of a multitude of academic publications on reincarnation
* Curator of top-notch FB group "Signs of Reincarnation"
**Online Option:** While this is billed as an in-person event, there will be online access as well. Just reach out to me via Meetup or russ.parapsych@gmail.com
Here are the Teams meeting details:
[Autism and Past-Life Memories - Parapsychology Meetup Melbourne | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams](https://teams.live.com/meet/9353411450149?p=fHMKtHIjiSKrh9ZeA6)
Meeting ID: 935 341 145 014 9 / Passcode: 5fj6Cq
**Post-Event Social Lunch Hangout (12.45 - 1.45pm)**
Afterwards, you are invited to lunch with everyone at Flora Restaurant (5min walk from the venue)
**PLEASE NOTE:**
* **11AM Start -** Please be considerate and arrive early.
* **$10 Cover Charge:** Room hire, facilities, and running costs.
Cape Schanck - Melbourne Social Hike: Meet Mingle & Adventure
👉🏻 [GET YOUR TICKET (CLICK HERE)](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1982320216129?aff=oddtdtcreator) [ ](https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1977239373191?aff=oddtdtcreator)👈🏻
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🗓️ Date: Sunday, 15 March 2026
📍 Location: Cape Schanck (Approximately 1 hour & 30 minutes from Melbourne CBD on Sundays)
🚙 Need a lift? Tap here - To see the carpool drivers and organise your ride.
📏 Hike Distance: Around 8 km total.
🔗 Trail Map: Cape Schanck
🕙 Start Time: 3:45 PM. Please arrive at the hike/parking location (shared via the private Instagram group chat). This allows time for a quick ice breaker and, if available, a toilet break at the car park before we set off. The hike will begin promptly at 4:00 PM.
🕔 End Time: 7:30 PM.
🚶♂️ Pace/Difficulty: Friendly and social / Easy.
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Plan for the Day:
We’ll start with a 1-hour scenic coastal hike, taking our time to enjoy the views and the trail. After the hike, we’ll spend around 2 hours relaxing at the destination time to unwind, take photos and enjoy the surroundings head back to car park at 6/6:30 pm. We'll explore and swim in the amazing rock pools.
⚠️Important notes:
Swimming is optional and at your own risk
No jumping or diving is allowed
There is no lifeguard on duty 🚩
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⌛️ Average Hike Duration: 4–6 hours, depending on the group’s pace + including breaks to admire nature and a lunch break along the trail.
💬 Community Chat Access: You'll be added to our private Instagram group chat after booking! This is where we share final hike details, updates, and a fun space to connect before and after the hike.
👉 To make it easy for us to add you, please follow us on Instagram @socialhikesau prior booking.
Important Note
For this hike, we recommend that all participants download the AllTrails app before the event. This will help you:
View the trail map in advance
Track your progress during the hike
Stay on course in case you get separated from the group
Having AllTrails ensures everyone can enjoy the hike safely and confidently.
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Looking to meet new people, explore nature, and have a good laugh along the way?
This is your perfect Sunday plan! 🎉
We’re excited to invite you to our upcoming Melbourne Social Hike. A welcoming day out where the focus is all about fun, friendships and fresh air. Whether you come solo or bring a mate, you’ll leave with new connections and memories!
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🚙 Carpooling Makes It Happen
Social Hikes Australia runs on community spirit and carpooling is a big part of that. Every seat offered means another hiker can join the adventure. Less cars, easier logistics, more fun together.
Carpooling is a great way to start the day by meet new people, share a few laughs, and arrive at the trail together. Drivers, your contribution makes a huge difference, and passengers, your gratitude keeps it all running smoothly. It’s simple, social and one of the best parts of the Social Hikes Australia experience. 🚗🌿
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👉 Carpool Driver information
If you’ve got spare seats and don’t mind some company, offering a lift is one of the best ways to kick off the day 🚙💨. It makes the trip more fun, helps out fellow hikers who don’t have a car and is an easy way to make a few friends before we even hit the trail. Plus, fewer cars means less parking stress and a smoother start for everyone.
For passengers, it’s the easiest way to get to the trail, meet new people and enjoy the ride together instead of travelling alone. In our Social Hikes Australia community, many people are more than happy to help out those without cars it’s part of what makes these days feel so welcoming and connected.
✨ Best practice: Passengers should try to secure transportation before purchasing a ticket to avoid any last-minute stress.
Important Carpooling Note
Drivers and passengers should stick with the arrangements they make. We do not recommend swapping drivers or cars after you’ve agreed on a ride. If you do decide to change, please make sure all parties are clearly informed and agree to avoid confusion.
If a driver forgets, gets mixed up, or doesn’t pick you up, Social Hikes Australia (and your driver) are not liable for any inconvenience caused. For this reason, it is best to keep things simple with the driver you first arranged with.
In the transport chat, drivers will share their preferred pick-up locations often major CBD train stations like Parliament, Richmond, South Yarra, Southern Cross, or North Melbourne.
For this hike, the nearest station to the trail is Frankston , though drivers may choose whichever spot is most convenient for them. Passengers can then join from those locations.
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🤩 Why Join?
🌟 Make new friends in a super easy, zero pressure way
🌟 Enjoy nature and fresh air with great company
🌟 Friendly vibes full of laughs, chats and good times guaranteed
🌟 Your next hiking buddy might just become your next uni mate, housemate or travel buddy!
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🎟️ Tickets:
All tickets are $20 per person.
This helps cover:
Public liability insurance
A $2.40 contribution per ticket directly to Parks Victoria
Experienced guides with a tour operator license who know the trails well
First aid kit and safety equipment for the group
🚗 Carpoolers Discount
If you’re driving and offer seats to passengers, your ticket is only $5 🙌.
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🥾 What to Bring:
👟 Comfy hiking shoes
💧 2–3L of water
🥪 Snacks/lunch
☀️ Sun protection (hat, sunnies, sunscreen)
🦟 Bug spray (always a good idea)
🏖️ Towel to lie on
🎒 Optional: hiking poles, wet weather gear/raincoat
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📌 How It Works:
After purchasing your ticket, you’ll receive a link to our private Instagram group chat.
All final details will be shared there: Hike route, meet-up location and any last-minute updates.
Friendly pace, friendly faces! This hike is intentionally slow–medium so everyone can enjoy and chat along the way.
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Why Join Us?
🌱 Make new friends in a relaxed, casual way.
🌱 Enjoy nature while meeting people your age.
🌱 No pressure, just good vibes and real connections.
🌱 You never know. Today’s hiking buddy could be tomorrow’s uni mate, flatmate, or travel buddy!
🌱 Your safety is our priority. Equipped with a first aid kit on hand.
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🍽️ Food Arrangement
After our hike, we love keeping the good vibes rolling with a meal together. We’ll suggest a café or restaurant that’s usually on the way back toward the city so it’s easy for everyone and avoids extra driving.
It’s always a highlight of the day swapping stories from the trail, sharing laughs, and getting to know your fellow hikers even better over some good food.
Joining is optional, but most people stick around because it’s such a fun way to finish the adventure. Everyone just covers their own meal, and we’ll confirm the spot in the Instagram group chat on the day.
When booking, you’ll be asked if you’d like to join: Yes / No / Not Sure. The organisers will confirm the restaurant or bar on the day, based on feedback.
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⚠️ Important:
Must be 18+ years old to attend.
Hike at your own risk. You are responsible for your own safety and belongings.
Respectful, kind behaviour is a must. We are a positive and welcoming community.
Zero tolerance for any unwelcome behaviour. We’re here to have fun, together!
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📜 Liability & Waiver
By joining this hike, you acknowledge that participation is voluntary and at your own risk.
Social Hikes Australia is not liable for accidents, injuries, illnesses, theft, or transport-related issues.
🚑 If you have previous injuries, medical conditions, or health concerns, discuss with the organiser before purchasing your ticket.
Transport/carpooling is a community initiative only, not a service.
👉 Please make sure to read our Terms & Conditions (click here) before purchasing your ticket.
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Refund Policy:
Tickets are non-refundable unless the hike is cancelled or rescheduled.
Tickets cannot be transferred to other hike unless agreed with the organisers.
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🌧 Rain Policy
If the forecast shows over 15 mm in 6 hours or 20+ mm during the day, we may postpone or adjust the hike to keep things safe and enjoyable. Slippery trails, flooding, and poor visibility are no fun or safe.
We’ll also reschedule for thunderstorms or if trails are still soaked from heavy rain the days before.
Light rain (under 5 mm/hour) is usually fine. We’ll check each hike case-by-case. Safety first 🌿
If it changes and gets heavier, we’ll reschedule for the following Saturday, 29 March 2026 instead.
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🌿 About Social Hikes Australia:
Social Hikes Australia was founded in 2023 with a simple mission: to bring people together through the beauty of nature.
Since then, we’ve completed over 45 incredible hikes across Victoria, From coastal trails to mountain summits, we have explored the diverse landscapes Victoria has to offer, fostering connection, adventure, and a deep apreciation for the wild. 🥾🌿
We're excited to announce that fortnightly hikes have officially become part of our schedule! 🚀 Every two weeks, we'll be exploring new locations, creating more opportunities for you to connect, adventure, and be part of a growing, supportive community.
Whether you're an experienced hiker or just getting into the outdoors, Social Hikes Australia is a place where everyone is welcome. Come for the adventure, stay for the friendships. 🤝✨
👉 Follow us on Instagram for updates and upcoming hikes: @socialhikesau
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💸 Where Your Contribution Goes:
Advertising and outreach – helping us bring in new people on every event.
$2.40 per person – paid directly to Parks Victoria as part of the per-day use fee.
Public liability insurance – so we’re covered for safety and compliance.
First aid kit supplies – keeping our hikes safe and prepared.
Tour Operator Licence.
Every ticket makes it possible to cover the essentials and keep creating safe, social, and welcoming outdoor adventures. 🌿
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📞 Organiser Contact:
We highly encourage you to text our organiser team before purchasing your ticket if you have any concerns about transport:
Jacob 📱 0404 870 123 l Sebas 📱 0435 993 237
🥳 Ready to make friends, explore Melbourne’s beautiful nature, and have a blast?
Spots are limited, so grab your ticket now and let's hike, laugh and connect! 🌿🎉
Autism & Past-Life Memory; what the Academic Pioneers are Learning
**The Telepathy Tapes podcast** brought the ESP abilities of autistic children to the world’s attention, with several studies exploring this association more closely. However, the neurological effects of autism can affect other abilities as well – like present-life memory and even past-life memories.
**Jim Matlock and his team are pioneers** in this new cutting-edge field of study - now exploring it more systematically than ever before, with new findings still coming to light.
**Some autistic people have outstanding memory** capabilities, while also struggling in other areas. But other autistic people are unable to form the basic episodic memories that underlie autobiographical recall. And research is revealing that the same factors impacting present-life memory can impact past-life memory as well.
**In this session, Jim Matlock will discuss** several case studies of autistic children and adults to describe how autobiographical past-life memories can either be suppressed or enhanced under autism.
**About Jim Matlock PhD:**
* Anthropologist and world-class reincarnation researcher
* Creator of the 'Processual Soul Theory' through his comprehensive, multicultural and interdisciplinary approach
* 45+ years involvement in parapsychology and reincarnation studies
* Editorial Board member of the *Journal of Scientific Exploration*
* Editorial Board member of the Journal of Near-Death Studies
* Research Fellow with the Parapsychology Foundation, Inc.
* Winner of 2021 Parapsychological Association Book Award for Signs of Reincarnation: Exploring Beliefs, Cases, and Theory (2019)
* Author of a multitude of academic publications on reincarnation
* Curator of top-notch FB group "Signs of Reincarnation"
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**Online Option:** While this is billed as an in-person event, there will be online access as well. Just reach out to me via Meetup or [russ.parapsych@gmail.com](mailto:russ.parapsych@gmail.com)
**Post-Event Social Lunch Hangout (12.45 - 1.45pm)**
Afterwards, you are invited to lunch with everyone at Flora Restaurant (5min walk from the venue)
**PLEASE NOTE:**
* **11AM Start -** Please be considerate and arrive early.
* **$10 Cover Charge:** Room hire, facilities, and running costs.
Afternoon Sunday Pickleball @ Melbourne Central *Read description* RMIT CLUB
**Social Pickleball - All Levels Welcome!**
\*\* [Instagram: @rmit_pickleball](https://www.instagram.com/rmit_pickleball/) [WhatsApp: RMIT Pickleball Club](https://chat.whatsapp.com/G7VE0NcThWWIgLnnJBVQBq)\*\*
\*\* Paddles and balls provided! Beginner friendly - simply show up and we’ll teach you the basics \*\*
Grab a paddle, play pickleball, and meet new people!
\*\* Who is it for?\*\*
* Members of public and RMIT students
* Complete beginners
* Intermediate players
* Advanced players (up to DUPR 4.5 expected)
**✅ How to join?**
1. **Become a club member** [at the RMIT Store](https://store.rmit.edu.au/pages/club/pickleball) (one-off payment)
2. **RSVP** on Meetup to join the session
3. When marked as **“Going”**, pay for the session:
**\- Payment link** is in the **comment section below** (posted 1-3 days before)
\- Use your RMIT Store account with a club membership \(from step 1\)
4. Can’t attend? Update your RSVP to “Not Going”
**⏳ Priority on waitlist**
1. Clear Meetup profile with name and photo
2. RMIT students
3. Regular attendees
\*\* On the day\*\*
* New players, please **introduce yourself to the host**
* New players wanting a **rules intro**, please arrive on-time and ask a host
* Have your **emailed ticket receipt ready** \- it will be checked on the day
\*\* Cancellations and Refunds\*\*
* No refunds for change of mind, non-attendance, or no-shows
* Refunds only if the event is cancelled (weather or court availability)
* Credit for a later session may be offered by agreement in case of event cancellation
* Pay only when we share the payment link in Meetup - using old links is at your own risk
Whether you are new to pickleball or a regular player, this is a great way to get some games in and connect with the community. Come solo or bring a friend - everyone is welcome!
\*\* Spots are limited, so RSVP early! \*\*
Turkish Lamp Workshop
**\*\*\*This is a pre-booking event. Please visit [artmasterclass.com.au](https://www.artmasterclass.com.au/) choose your lamp, use the MEETAMC10 coupon code, and make a reservation.\*\*\***
Join us for a hands-on workshop where families can learn the art of creating beautiful Turkish lamps together. This unique and engaging class will guide parents and kids through crafting intricate and colorful lamps.
No prior experience is required, as our expert instructors will provide step-by-step instructions on design, assembly, and decorating techniques. This workshop is perfect for families and friends to bond, unleash their creativity, and take home a stunning handmade craft that can brighten any room.
Come discover Turkish lamp-making's magic with your little ones in a fun and supportive environment. In this 2.5-hour workshop, you'll lose track of time and end up with a beautiful lamp to take home!
Homeschooling Events This Week
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Fun Train day@Diamond Valley Railway
Bring your sketch equipment and spend a day reliving your childhood at the super cute Diamond Valley Railway in Eltham🚂
We’ll line up for the miniature train and purchase tickets at the entrance ($5 per ride). If you’d prefer not to go on the train, feel free to explore the area and find a nice spot to sketch instead.
After the ride, we’ll settle down somewhere in the park and spend time sketching together.
*If it rain we will move it to the next Sunday ☔️
https://www.dvr.com.au/plan-your-visit/ticket-prices.php
Sunday Meditation | Community Building | Connection | Meet New People
✨ **Do you want to...**
* 🫶🏽 Connect with like-minded people in your local community?
* 🏋🏽♂️ Meet others who are passionate about growing, uplifting themselves, and supporting others?
* 🌈 Share insights from your personal journey (or simply listen and learn)?
* 🧘🏼♂️ Experience a simple yet powerful meditation practice to find calm and clarity?
Or maybe you just want to...
☮️💟☯️ **Spend your Sunday evening in a peaceful, zen space and meet some amazing new people?**
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### **Join us on Sundays!**
Let’s come together, share positive energy, and build a warm, supportive local community.
**Bring a friend (or two!) and let’s connect.**
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### **What’s on the evening’s flow?**
* **Open meet & greet** – connect and settle in
* **Sharing circle** (totally optional!) – share your thoughts or simply listen
* **20-30 min guided meditation** – for relaxation and deeper connection
***
### **Everyone is welcome!**
All ages (with guardians for under 18), backgrounds, genders, and experiences – no meditation experience needed.
The event runs for about **2.5 hours**, but you’re free to come and go as you need.
***
### **What to bring?**
* **Donation:** A contribution of **$10 or more is recommended**.
Your donations directly help us cover venue costs, provide resources, and keep this meditation community alive and growing.
* **Warm jumper/jacket** (just in case!)
* **Water**
* **Any books/resources/inspiration you’d love to share**
***
### **Where?**
📍 **250 George St, Fitzroy VIC 3065**
Enter through the church gates. You’ll see a small garden on the left and stairs on the right leading up to the **Dance of Life Yoga Studio (first door on your right upstairs).**
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### **Important Notes:**
* Spaces are **limited**, so if you can’t make it, please update your RSVP to “Not going” or send us a quick message.
* **No-show policy:** To keep it fair for everyone, repeat no-shows without notice may not be able to RSVP in the future.
* Attendees under 18 must have a guardian present.
Drop In Meditation - Sunday Evenings in Carlton North
Sunday Evening Meditation 5.30 to 6.30pm
Join us in our cosy centre in Carlton North. Whether you are new to meditation or an experienced practitioner you are welcome at these relaxed and informal sessions. Simple instructions are provided and you can sit in a chair or on a cushion.
Masks optional but not mandated.
Bring your own sealed drink bottle.
$10 for workers or $5 for concession.
Find out about our activities.
Incense and other dharma books and items for sale
803 Nicholson Street, Carlton North.
Website: https://melbourne.rigpa.org.au/
Are you being held back by stress and anxiety?
**Turn Anxiety and stress into happiness!**
Become your natural self again.
Discover the drug-free way to a healthy mind.
This educational talk is based on the book Dianetics: The Modern Science of Mental Health by New York Times bestseller author L. Ron Hubbard.
Dianetics is an exact science of the mind.
In this educational talk you will learn about the hidden source of all irrational thoughts and behavior as well as unwanted emotions (anxiety, fear, depression, apathy) and how to handle them forever.
Free entry and free parking.
Please send messages to host if you have any question.
Buddhist nun Ayya Yeshe - 3 p.m. Sunday 15/3 at the Kathleen Syme Library
Ayya Yeshe is a visiting nun from the Buddhist tradition.
From the Open Sangha website -
“Ayya Yeshe Bodhicitta is a Buddhist nun of 21 years, a teacher, contemplative and feminist activist. Ayya is the founder and director of Bodhicitta Foundation, a socially engaged Buddhist charity and girl’s home working to empower ex “untouchable” Ambedkarite people and poor women and children in Central India. Ayya teaches internationally and is the Abbess of Bodhicitta Dakini Buddhist Monastery, Tasmania, Australia. Ayya is the author of “Everyday Enlightenment” published by Harper Collins and has 100k hits on youtube as a sacred chants artist on the album “Dakini.” Ayya trained mainly in Tibetan Buddhism, but was fully ordained by Thich Nhat Hanh and stayed in Theravada monasteries for many years. Ayyas teachers are the Dalai Lama, Thich Nhat Hanh and Bhante Sujato. She practices a fusion of Tibetan Buddhism and early Buddhism called the Mahayana Forest Tradition.”
[www.bodhicitta-monastery.com](http://www.bodhicitta-monastery.com/) (Australia)
[www.ayyayeshe.wordpress.com](http://www.ayyayeshe.wordpress.com/)
[www.bodhicitta-vihara.com](http://www.bodhicitta-vihara.com/) (India)
The discussion will be in Meeting Room 3 at the Kathleen Syme Library, Stefan - 0437777522
Philosophy Roundtable: Can a secular society replace the functions of religion?
Please join us this Sunday as we discuss if a secular society can replace the functions of religion (or spirituality), and what this may mean for our lives. We will look at this at both the social and individual level.
**We will meet at the Queensberry Hotel, 593 Swanston Street, Carlton (100m north of previous location) at 2pm for a 2:15pm start sharp.**
**We kindly ask attendees to pay $5 to attend to help with MeetUp costs & venue costs. This is not mandatory, but if you are a regular member it would be appreciated. Any extra moneys will go towards buying food and drinks for the table. The venue also expects us to spend money as a group, so grateful if everyone could buy a drink from the venue.**
There is no pre-requisite preparation necessary, nor a philosophical background, all that is required is a curious mind. These discussions are both a Socrates Cafe style discussion and lively metaphysical dojo, in the spirit of learning and friendly debate, so please feel free to challenge assumptions and be prepared to have your own assumptions challenged.
Find below some questions to consider, however these are free-ranging events and the below serve as a springboard for the discussion:
**What might religion offer?**
\- Meaning and existential orientation
\- Moral formation
\- Community and belonging
\- Ritual and shared identity
\- Authority and moral limits
**Is religion needed?**
\- Are some countries \(perhaps Australia\, perhaps the Nordic countries\) doing well with a secular society?
\- Are they living off the moral inheritance of Christianity? If so\, how long will it last?
\- Do we create quasi\-religions instead\, such as nationalism?
\- If religion provides useful functions\, can we just replace them with something else?
\- Does this question look different elsewhere\, such as in East Asian societies\.
**Philosophers to draw upon**
\- religion as social glue \(Durkheim\, Tocqueville\, Haidt\)
\- religion as psychological response \(Hume\, James\)
\- religion as declining foundation of morality \(Nietzsche\, MacIntrye\, Dostoevsky\)
\- religion as historical force shaping society \(Weber\, Marx\)
\- religion as replaceable or reformable \(Mill\, Comte\, Kant\)
Hope to see you there!
💃 Free Salsa Class for Absolute Beginners in Melbourne CBD! 🕺
Ready to add some rhythm to your week? Join us for a **FREE Salsa class** right in the heart of Melbourne!
No partner or experience needed — just bring your energy, and we’ll handle the rest.
You’ll learn the basic steps, meet amazing people, and have a ton of fun while moving to Latin beats.
✨ **What to expect:**
* Easy, step-by-step instruction — perfect for first-timers
* A fun and welcoming community
* Great music, great vibes, and maybe a new obsession!
📍 **Location:** 600 Little Collins St, Melbourne CBD (The Salsa Foundation Studio)
🕕 **When:** Multiple sessions weekly — book your spot now!
🎟️ **Cost:** 100% Free — bookings are essential due to limited space
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Sunday Brunch
Sleep in on Sundays. When you've had your fill of pajama-time, roll out and have some tasty brunch with your fellow Humanists!
Columbus Comedy Improv Meetup at Gresso's!
Whether you've never done improv before, or you've done it for so long you knew Del Close on a personal level, or anywhere in between, come join us! Swing by *Gresso's* for the **Columbus Improv Comedy Meetup** for some fun and games!
The idea behind improv is to create entire scenes from scratch based on a suggestion from the audience. This can be done in game form, like *Whose Line Is It Anyway*, *ComedySportz*, or *Wild 'n Out*; it could also be done to tell stories, like *Middleditch and Schwartz*. Our meetup, which is central Ohio's longest running (and free!) weekly comedy event, brings the games (and occasionally different forms) for you to play in a safe, supportive, and compassionate environment. Not only is it a lot of fun, but you get to work on thinking faster on your feet, plus it's an excellent way to meet new people and make friendships that'll last a lifetime!
Ask yourself if you want to join the **Columbus Improv Comedy Meetup**, and say "Yes, And" that you'll have fun!
Latin City Wednesdays - Homage To Willie Colón
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The Biggest Salsa Night to hit your mid-week is happening at Latin City Wednesdays. Get the feel of the Latin Beat as your hips and feet groove the right way. This Wednesday we give homage to Willie Colón. RIP
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Viva Dance Columbus (2809 Festival Lane Dublin, OH 43017)
830pm-930pm Cuban Salsa Lessons
930pm-Midnight Open Latin Dance Party
$15 With Lesson
$10 Just Open Dance
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Free Parking, No Need to Bring a dance partner, No Sandals Please and Plenty of Space to Move Around.
Raising Conscious Kids – A Unity Family Experience
At Unity of Columbus, our Youth and Family Ministry nurtures the spiritual growth of children and families through love, joy, and practical spiritual teachings. Each Sunday, children explore timeless spiritual principles through stories, creative activities, music, and group sharing in a safe and welcoming environment.
Our program encourages children to discover their own inner light, express kindness, and develop a personal connection with God. Together, we celebrate diversity, cultivate understanding, and inspire each child to live with purpose and compassion. Parents and families are invited to join in this uplifting journey of learning, laughter, and spiritual connection.





















