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Mar 14th | Kismetrix Elegant Singles Night @ Valhalla Bar - Melbourne CBD
## ✨ KISMETRIX \| True Connection
[Ticked Event](https://www.kismetrix.com.au/all-events/?event=26306)
### The Valhalla \| Elegant Singles Night
Hosted by **KISMETRIX \| True Connection**
📍 **Valhalla Bar (Basement, Olderfleet Building)**
477 Collins Street, Melbourne VIC
📅 **Saturday, 14 March**
🕖 **7:00 PM – 10:00 PM (Hosted)**
(Venue open late)
### AN ELEGANT SATURDAY NIGHT FOR THOSE WHO PREFER DEPTH OVER NOISE
Hidden beneath the iconic Olderfleet Building lies **Valhalla** — a Scandinavian-inspired underground bar where atmosphere, design and conversation take centre stage.
This is our **Elegant Singles Night** — a refined Saturday social for those who want real conversation, good energy, and connection that unfolds naturally.
No swiping.
No forced rotations.
No loud, chaotic party crowd.
Just confident adults showing up — in real life.
### 👥 AGE GROUPS [(TICKETED)](https://www.kismetrix.com.au/all-events/?event=26306)
To create a balanced, comfortable room, tickets are released across two overlapping age groups:
• **30–48**
• **38–60**
Guests receive coloured name tags on arrival to help our hosts support thoughtful introductions early in the evening.
As the night progresses, the room naturally opens into relaxed, free-flowing mingling.
This structure keeps the atmosphere elegant, social and effortless — without pressure.
### 💫 ABOUT THE EVENT
Tired of dating apps that go nowhere?
Over speed dating that feels like an interview?
So were we.
KISMETRIX \| True Connection was created for singles who want something more human — real presence\, real conversation\, and genuine chemistry\.
You’ll walk into a room full of people who:
* Are done with endless chatting and ghosting
* Want to meet face-to-face, not behind a screen
* Value depth, respect and good energy
* Care about how they show up — socially and emotionally
Come for a drink.
Stay for the conversation.
Leave glad you came.
### 🎯 WHO THIS NIGHT IS FOR
This event is for singles who:
* Prefer substance over surface
* Enjoy meaningful conversation and elegant social settings
* Are emotionally mature and socially aware
* Want a great Saturday night — regardless of outcomes
Come solo or with friends — many do.
### 🍷 THE VIBE
Expect:
* A moody, intimate underground bar setting
* Nordic-inspired design and refined ambience
* Hosted support early, free flow later
* An elegant, socially aware crowd
* **Happy Hour drink specials available at the bar**
Think less “dating event” — more **a Collins Street Saturday night done properly**.
### 🎟 TICKETS & INCLUSIONS
Get your ticket [HERE](https://www.kismetrix.com.au/all-events/?event=26306)
Your ticket includes:
* Entry to the curated **KISMETRIX Elegant Singles Night**
* Hosted support throughout the evening
* A thoughtfully balanced social experience
Drinks and small plates are available for purchase directly from Valhalla, with **Happy Hour specials** offered during the event.
🎫 Tickets are limited to maintain quality, balance and atmosphere.
Early booking is strongly recommended.
### ✅ WHY PEOPLE LOVE KISMETRIX EVENTS
* No apps. No swiping. Just real people
* No scripts or awkward structures
* Thoughtful curation without rigidity
* A genuinely enjoyable night — even if you attend solo
* Many guests come “just for a drink” … and end up staying all night
### 🔔 [BOOK NOW](https://www.kismetrix.com.au/all-events/?event=26306)
Spaces are limited to maintain the energy and quality of the room.
**Refund Policy:**
Tickets are non-refundable. If you can no longer attend, you’re welcome to transfer your ticket to someone else in the same age group.
## **🔗 Stay Connected with Kismetrix \| True Connection**
Love this event? We run a variety of experiences to help people meet and connect in meaningful ways.
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Réunion, dimanche 15 mars, KereKere cafe, Fitzroy Gardens, East Melbourne,
We will get-together at the KereKere cafe - at the community table just inside the cafe entrance.
*This is a group for people with intermediate and advanced level French who are able to engage in a conversation en français. It is not suitable for beginners.*
The cafe is close to the corner of Wellington Parade and Lansdowne St, East Melbourne in the Fitzroy Gardens. It takes about 5 minutes on Tram 75 from Flinders St Station, or 15 minute walk.
Car parking around Fitzroy Gardens on Sundays now is $2 per hour with a 4 hour limit, Some parking is limited to 1 hour even on Sunday. And occasionally, if there is a game at the MCG for example there might not be much parking at all.
Price: The event fee is $4.00 - cash necessary! . and please be sure you are a member of MyFrenchLife.org before attending reunion - merci
https://www.MyFrenchLife.org. The event fees are transferred to MyFrenchLife contributing to the meetup platform - thank you.
À bientôt !
Veronica and Daniel
Réunion Hosts
MyFrenchLife.org
Dinner @ Hazel
Happy New Year!
Apologies for the radio silence. I've been MIA for the last couple of months...life and all. But now I'm back to it.
Let's start the year by trying out Hazel. Here's the group [MENU](https://hazelrestaurant.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/HAZEL-Chefs-Menu-A5-90.pdf) at $95pp.
As usual, a $20 deposit will be required to secure your spot (to avoid no-shows and last minute cancellations). This will be returned to you on the night, or if you change your RSVP with at least 48hr notice.
See you there!
Priscila
Sisters Ramadan iftar
Ramadan Sisters Iftar 🌙✨
Join us for a cozy Ramadan Iftar gathering for Muslim sisters in Melbourne. Let’s break our fast together, share good food, and connect in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
Whether you’re new to the city or simply looking to meet new friends, you’re more than welcome 💛
Note: the payment is to ensure you are coming to iftar as we have to make the reservation and payment to the restaurant prior to our iftar day
Note: the payment of $60 is the amount per adult and to confirm your reservation.
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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!
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.
How To Flow Through Group Conversations When You're Anxious
🌟 **How To** **Be A Social Butterfly And...**
### *Practice Group Conversations the Neurodivergent Way!!*
Do you ever watch people effortlessly move between groups at events and wonder how they do it?
Do you want to feel confident joining conversations, adding thoughtful insights, and creating real connection without forcing yourself to perform?
This session is a practice lab for learning how to navigate groups with awareness, curiosity, and genuine presence.
***
💬 **What This Session Is About**
In many social spaces the real skill is not talking more. The real skill is **listening deeply and adding value at the right moment**.
In this workshop we explore how to become the kind of person who can enter conversations naturally, understand what people are really talking about, and contribute something meaningful.
This workshop helps you practise:
• listening to the context of a conversation before speaking
• noticing what people might be missing, needing, or feeling
• adding thoughtful insight at the right moment
• asking powerful questions that deepen the discussion
• recognising whether a group needs ideas, empathy, energy, or curiosity
When you listen carefully enough, what you say can land in a way that makes people pause and think
"That was thoughtful. I never considered that before."
***
🧠 **The Real Secret of Working a Room**
Many people believe social success in groups comes from talking about themselves or trying to impress others.
In reality the opposite is true.
People remember the person who **added value** to the conversation.
Sometimes that value is an idea.
Sometimes it is a thoughtful question.
Sometimes it is simply recognising and validating the emotion behind what someone is sharing.
We will practise learning to notice:
• what people are talking about intellectually
• what emotions might be underneath the conversation
• when someone might need empathy and space
• when someone might want energetic discussion and ideas
Different groups need different things. The skill is learning to sense what will help the most.
***
🔄 **How the Session Runs**
The meetup is divided into two practical phases.
***\-\-\-\-\-\-First half: spontaneous mingling practice\-\-\-\-\-\-***
Participants will move between small groups and practise:
• listening in before speaking
• understanding the context of the discussion
• contributing thoughtfully at the right moment
• experimenting with adding value to different conversations
This is about observing group dynamics and learning what people might actually need in that moment.
***\-\-\-\-\-\-Second half: intentional group navigation\-\-\-\-\-\-***
In the second phase we practise approaching groups with intention.
You might enter a group with a simple internal goal such as:
• learning something about a topic
• contributing helpful insight
• building a meaningful connection
• supporting someone who seems unheard
But the key principle is this:
* **you pursue the goal by giving value rather than trying to take something.**
When people feel that you are trying to extract attention, approval, or connection, the interaction often feels draining.
When people feel that you are offering curiosity, attention, insight, or encouragement, the interaction becomes energising.
Your focus becomes listen carefully understand what might help and offer that freely without expecting anything in return.
***
🌱 **What You Will Practise**
• joining conversations in a natural, respectful way
• reading group dynamics and energy
• deciding when to contribute and when to listen
• asking questions that deepen discussion
• recognising when a group values empathy versus ideas
• moving between groups without feeling awkward
• adding genuine value to conversations
You will begin to notice that when you read people accurately and contribute something meaningful, their energy changes.
They lean in.
They become more animated.
They remember you.
Real connections start to form because **you helped bring the conversation to life.**
***
👋 **A Note From the Facilitator**
As an autistic and neurodivergent coach I once found group conversations extremely confusing.
Through years of practice in recruitment, interviewing, social events, friendships, and coaching, I realised that group interaction is not a personality trait.
It is a learnable skill.
This session is about experimenting, observing, and practising that skill together in a supportive environment.
Progress matters more than perfection.
If by the end of the evening you understand a little more about how to listen, add value, and navigate groups with confidence, that is a meaningful step forward.
***
📝 **Before and After**
You will be invited to optionally share:
• what feels hardest about group conversations
• what situations tend to overwhelm you socially
• what kind of interactions you would love to feel more confident in
At the end we will gather feedback so future sessions can evolve based on what participants actually find most helpful.
The goal is not to perform. The goal is to **learn how to bring energy, curiosity, and value into the spaces you enter.**
* ***And when you do that, people remember you for it.....***
***No more dead end numbers and contact cards....***
***Stoke real connection, with real skills and practice.***
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"
*
**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.
Find Your Personality Match - Make Friends (40+)
🌟 **A new one-on-one, personality-based connection experience**
Many of you have been asking about structured events and if I’d ever bring them back.
Well… here it is - a new version, more intentional, and built around something I care about : **matching people based on personality.**
Over the years, I’ve seen how hard it can be to find people you truly click with as adults. Small talk goes nowhere, and most events don’t give you the space for real conversation.
💫 **What to Expect**
This is not speed dating, and it’s not a big mixer.
It’s a curated, one-on-one connection experience where you’ll meet a few people who’ve been matched to you based on personality and vibe.
Expect:
* A cosy, comfortable venue
* A hosted structure so you’re never left awkwardly standing around
* A series of guided one-on-one conversations
* A relaxed atmosphere where you can genuinely be yourself
* This is not dating focused event, there will be a seperate one for dating
Each conversation is designed to feel natural — because the match is based on compatibility
Get your tickets here - https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/1984161364052?aff=oddtdtcreator
🧭 **Before the Event**
Once you get your Eventbrite ticket, you’ll receive a **short personality test (If you have already taken the test at a previous event you don't need to do it again)**.
It takes only a few minutes but helps us understand your communication style, energy, and compatibility factors.
This is how we curate meaningful one-on-one pairings for the event.
🌿 **Come Join Us**
If you’re tired of small talk and ready to meet people who truly fit your personality, this is for you.
A warm, intentional space created for deeper conversations and genuine chemistry - whether it becomes friendship, something romantic, or just a surprisingly great chat.
RSVP now — spots are kept limited to ensure quality one-on-one time.
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
Turn Anxiety and Depression Into Happiness!
Turn Anxiety and Depression 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.
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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!
Humanist Program: Fighting the Efforts to Insert Religion into Public Education
The Humanist Monthly Program is our longest running event and still a community favorite. In the old days it used to be called "Going to HCCO" and we still like to think of it as our flagship event.
Food and drinks will be provided at the event. Feel free to show up a little bit early to hang out and talk.
Our March speakers are Molly Gaines and Zack Parrish, co-organizers of the Secular Education Association:
They will share their story of how a small group of Ohio parents grew into a national organization tracking released-time religious instruction and other church–state issues in public schools. The presentation will cover SEA’s early wins and hard lessons, what we’re seeing nationally right now, and how local advocates can play a meaningful role in protecting public education. Attendees will leave with a clearer understanding of the landscape — and practical ways to get involved.
Going forward our meetings will be hybrid. You can meet us in-person or attend online
Join Zoom Meeting
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The formal presentation will start at noon
The Power of the Subconscious Mind - Free Lecture
**How to take control of your subconscious and harness its power!**
Join us for an eye-opening lecture where the speaker will break down complex ideas in a clear and practical way.
You’ll gain insights into:
✅ The true definition of the subconscious
✅ How it generates unwanted emotions
✅ Its real purpose and function
✅ What determines the pressure it exerts on you
And the most important topic:
**How do you take control of your subconscious!**
But this isn’t just another lecture where you sit and listen passively. It’s interactive and engaging—you can ask questions at any time.
📅 Reserve your spot now!
Seats are limited, so don’t wait too long to sign up.
Location: 1266 Dublin Rd, Columbus, OH 43215
Hosted by the Hubbard Dianetics Foundation
Free In-person Meeting: Unwanted Emotions & Loneliness, How to Get Over Them
This is an in-person meeting.
Did you know that unwanted emotions like loneliness, sadness, hopelessness, anger, fear, anxiety, or feelings of irritation don’t just fall on you for no reason. They are not random occurrences that simply happen to people's minds. They are definitely not chemical imbalance in your brain due to some nebulous chemical reactions by chance.
Your negative emotions are the symptoms of the painful experiences that you have which are not healed, and which are still affecting you.
The effects of these painful experiences are exacerbated by the pressures or difficulties of the other problems in your life.
For instance, let's say you are already carrying a huge load on your back, then you cannot take on much more, but, let's say something else happens to you, such as the difficulties from the Pandemic, then the resultant combined weight on you can take you over the edge, kind of like the straw that break the camel's back. When this happens, people's attention usually goes to the straw that was added, but actually the majority of the weight had come from the huge load that were already there, holding a person down and causing a person issues.
So how do you remove the huge load that was already there? How do you lighten them up? Is it possible to get rid of them?
That is what this meeting will be all about.
Come to our Meetup, where we can introduce you to some of the knowledge, tools and techniques of the breakthroughs in the field of the mind that we can apply to this ever important area of life.
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 created by the Dianetics and Scientology Life Improvement Center of Central Ohio.
Manic Mondays with Salsamante Dance Academy
Start your week the right way with Manic Mondays. Giving you an enjoyable Bachata lesson with a push of cool moves.
The second hour has Beginner/Intermediate Salsa on 1. You must understand basic Salsa skills to participate.
730pm-830pm Bachata Cool Moves
830pm-930pm Salsa On 1 (Beginner/Intermediate)
$15 for One Class
$20 for Both
Free Parking & Plenty of Dance Space.
How Toxic People Affect Your Health & Happiness
Do toxic people weigh you down? Affect your happiness? How can having toxic relationships affect your Health? And moreover, how can you spot them before it’s too late?
Attend this in-person meeting to find out how to spot these people and remove their negative emotions from your life.
This event is hosted by The Dianetics and Scientology Life Improvement Center in Central Ohio.
Walk & Talk About Life's Big Questions
[The Board Walks](http://www.theboardwalks.com/) are for curious people who love deep conversations.
If that sounds like you, **bring a thoughtful topic** and join us for a 5-mile walk (10,000+ steps!).
**HOW IT WORKS**
**Step 1: Bring a topic**
Before you arrive, think of **one** topic you want to explore. A question. A thought that's been on your mind. An obsession you want to geek out on. This is your ticket to the event.
**Step 2: Circle up & share**
We gather in a circle. Your friendly walk host gives a speech to set the tone. Everyone shares: your name, what you're grateful for, and your topic. That's it. 60 seconds.
**Step 3: Walk, talk & float**
We walk 5 miles. You naturally drift into conversation with 2-3 people at a time, pulled by topics that spark your curiosity. When you're ready to move on, just say: "I'm going to float!"
**Step 4: Feel more alive**
Two hours flies by. You're back where you started — but you feel different. More alive. More energized. More connected to yourself and others. That's why regulars join 20+ times.
*For more details, read our [Orientation Guide.](https://www.theboardwalks.com/orientation)*
**HOW TO BRING A GREAT TOPIC**
A great topic = something you're genuinely curious about.
Recent topics include:
* "What are you passionate about right now?"
* "What makes a good friend?"
* "What's a belief you used to hold that you've completely changed?"
* "How do you want to be remembered?"
* "What would you do if money wasn't a factor?"
Think of your topic like the dish you're bringing to our conversational potluck. If everyone brings an A+ dish (i.e. energizing, uplifting, expansive), we'll all walk away feeling lighter and brighter.
**WHAT TO EXPECT**
This isn't a fitness event with casual chitchat. It's a walking think tank where we explore life's big questions together, beyond small talk. *If you're looking for light banter or a standard networking event, this probably isn't the right fit.*
But if you crave depth, genuine connection, and conversations that make you feel alive? You'll love it here.
**FAQ**
* Wear casual athletic attire and sneakers. It's a long walk!
* We have multiple first-timers at each event. We work hard to create a welcoming, inclusive, clique-free space.
* We welcome people of **all** ages, backgrounds, and industries who align with the [intention](https://www.theboardwalks.com/ground-rules) of this space.
* Rain or shine, we've been out here nearly every week since July 2022. If the event is cancelled, we'll let you know.
* Dogs, babies in strollers, parents, and friends are welcome — please text/email them the event link so they can RSVP and prepare a topic!
**LOGISTICS**
* If you'll arrive over 10 minutes late, we suggest skipping the event. It's hard to find us once we start walking, and your host can't answer messages during the event.
* This walk is designed for everyone to *move together at the same steady pace* (about 20 min/mile). This format works best when the whole group moves in unison. If you have mobility limitations, we kindly encourage you to find an event better suited to your needs.
* Read our [Orientation Guide](https://www.theboardwalks.com/orientation) for full details.
* If you enjoy the event, send **[this](http://www.theboardwalks.com/)** to a friend or sign up for our **[newsletter](https://theboardwalks.beehiiv.com/)**. We're in multiple cities with more on the way. 🤠👋
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