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**Two Years of Muse.** **Two years of magic.** She's turning two and she's ready to celebrate! Muse wouldn't exist without you, our fabulous community - what better way to celebrate our birthday than to have a reunion! We have secured exclusive use of an event space at The Last Talisman cocktail bar (Mala Madre room). We have free flowing prosecco and low alcoholic beers for as long as they last... not long knowing you lot! As well as celebrating our birthday, we will also be celebrating the launch of our cinephile sister group, Arcana! Most importantly, we raise a glass to you, for all the support, friendship and wonderful times we've shared (and for the ones yet to come!). So much to be grateful for! We have missed you all and can't wait to catch up and meet up - old friends and new! This one's for us! FREE entry as always. Big love, Muse xxx Please note: PHOTOS AND VIDEOS will be taken at our events. Our photographers will be capturing the vibe at all our events. Some of these will be posted on our social media. Please come and chat to a host if you would prefer not to appear online.

Whether you wanna throw it back with Biggie, Missy, or The Fugees, or keep it current with Drake, Kendrick, or Kanye, this is YOUR moment to shut down the stage. No judgment, no stress – just energy, laughter, and the best people. Grab the mic, show out, and let’s make it a night to remember. Free entry

**Lez Meet join Arcana** **for this amazing movie night event.** Arcana is London’s only sapphic movie club currently running. We are starting this new year with a screening of BLUE JEAN, by Georgia Oakley The Arzner Cinema (Bermondsey) Drinks from 3.00pm Movie starts at 3.45pm Post-drinks and chats after the movie **Synopsis :** Blue Jean presents the struggles of a woman trying to blend into a heteronormative world in 1980s Britain, at a time when homosexuals were politically vilified and othered. Through gestures, glances, and silences, the film traces how public hostility seeps into private life, shaping the body, the classroom, and desire itself. It explores the cost of silence and the risks of visibility, asking what it means to hold onto integrity when simply being seen carries consequences. **About Arcana:** Finding films that truly reflect lesbian and queer women’s lives remains a challenge. They are difficult to produce, to finance, to distribute, to promote, to find, to screen… one movie that comes to you has gone a very long way. Stories where we are not marginal, implied, tragic, or killed — but visible, complex, joyful, political, alive. Bringing those images and queer and lesbian representation to the big screen matters. **Arcana** exists to seek out and share visual work that celebrates our lives, offers mirrors and models, and affirms something simple and powerful: we exist, and we are full of life. Through curated screenings and shared cinematic experiences, Arcana creates **space for a sapphic gaze** — one that looks at the world through *our* desires, *our* bodies, *our* friendships, and *our* experience of the world. Tickets here : https://www.outsavvy.com/event/32929/screening-blue-jean-with-arcana-londons-sapphic-movie-club **\*\* Lez Meet & Arcana stands loud and strong with our trans brothers and sisters \*\*** *Any form of hate, discrimination, or transphobia will not be tolerated at any of our events. If you have any concerns or questions about this requirement, please feel free to reach out, and we’ll do our best to address them.*

📏 **Key Info:** • Distance: 12 miles (20km) • Grading: [Intermediate](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/HikeGradings.pdf) • Ascent: 135m • Hiking time: 5 to 5.5 hours • Cost: £31 (includes guided hike + return train) • Refunds: Payments are non-refundable and non-transferable. If you follow our [[Resale Process](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/FAQ.pdf)] and your place is rebooked, we’ll issue a refund. • Toilet Breaks: On the train, at the lunch stop, and at the end pub 📍 **Meeting Point** • Location: IMPORTANT - London Bridge station has several levels, please check the map below before you leave home and also arrive at least 10 minutes early to get to the meeting point. London Bridge station. Meet upstairs (top floor - so go up the escalators) between WHSmith (no 15) and M&S (no 16) - [MAP](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/StationPhotos/LondonBridge.jpg) • Time: Meet 8:45am, leave 9:05am for the 9:23am train • Return: 5:53pm arrival back in London (you’re committed until then) 🌟 **Highlights** • Discover the picturesque **Eden Valley** in the High Weald — one of Europe’s best-preserved medieval landscapes • Pass the **Medieval Manor House Penshurst Place**, once the hunting lodge of Henry VIII • Hike along the **Medway** river, through ancient woodlands and rolling countryside • Explore **Tonbridge**, a bustling medieval market town • Pass the impressive **11th-century Tonbridge Castle**, England’s finest example of a motte and bailey fortress 🥾 **Hike Description** Our journey begins in **Tonbridge**, where we get views of **Tonbridge Castle**. This formidable **Norman motte and bailey fortress**, built in the **11th century** beside the **River Medway**, provides a dramatic start to our day’s hike through one of **Kent’s most historic landscapes**. Our route takes us past the **village of Leigh** and towards **Penshurst Place**, an extraordinary **medieval manor** dating from **1341** and one of the most complete examples of **14th-century domestic architecture** in England. In **Tudor times** it became a **hunting lodge for Henry VIII**, and today it remains an evocative reminder of **England’s aristocratic past**. From here, we head into **Haysden Country Park**, where the trail opens into **lush meadows**, **tranquil woodlands, lakes, rivers** and the **gentle hills of the High Weald** — a landscape renowned for its **rich medieval character** and **ancient woodland**. Following a **sunken Saxon drovers’ lane**, we trace the footsteps of travellers who once crossed these lands centuries ago, before arriving back in **Tonbridge**, a **market town with medieval origins** and once again pass the remains of its **mighty 11th-century castle**. 🧭 **Guide:** • Leader: [GRAHAM](https://www.outdooraholics.co.uk/MeetTheOutdooraholics.pdf) • Contact (hike day only): 07796 098487 🍽️ **Food:** • Bring a packed lunch • Pub visit after the hike (drinks optional) 🎒**What to Bring** • Hiking boots/shoes • Water (2 litres minimum) • Packed lunch • Waterproofs (jacket and trousers) • Hat and gloves if cold • Train tickets are arranged – just meet us at the meeting point ⚠️ **Safety** Your guide is a trained hike leader and Outdoor Activity First Aider ❓ **Want to Know More?** • [New to Our Trips?](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/new_to_our_day_hikes.pdf) (perfect for first-timers, answers “what to expect”) • [About Us](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/about_us.pdf) (who Outdooraholics are, credibility, history) • [FAQs](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/FAQ.pdf) (covers common queries) 📲 **Explore More &** **Stay Connected** [Day hikes list](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/hikesbygrade.pdf) 👣 [Calendar - All trips](https://www.meetup.com/outdooraholics/events/calendar/) 📖 [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/outdooraholics/) 📸 [Facebook page](https://www.facebook.com/Outdooraholics) & [Photos group](https://www.facebook.com/groups/Outdooraholics) 📄 **Terms and Conditions** By signing up or attending you agree to our [Terms and Conditions](https://outdooraholics.co.uk/TermsConditionsOutdooraholicsHikingUK.pdf) © Outdooraholics Hiking UK Ltd 2026 E & OE

## Lez Meet will join Muse Birthday Celebration after Arcana Movie ! **Two Years of Muse. Two years of magic.** Here a message from Muse. She's turning two and she's ready to celebrate! Muse wouldn't exist without you, our fabulous community - what better way to celebrate our birthday than to have a reunion! We have secured exclusive use of an event space at The Last Talisman cocktail bar (Mala Madre room). We have free flowing prosecco and low alcoholic beers for as long as they last... not long knowing you lot! As well as celebrating our birthday, we will also be celebrating the launch of our cinephile sister group, Arcana! Most importantly, we raise a glass to you, for all the support, friendship and wonderful times we've shared (and for the ones yet to come!). So much to be grateful for! We have missed you all and can't wait to catch up and meet up - old friends and new! This one's for us! FREE entry as always. See you there !

Step into the 17th century and experience the drama carried out by King’s Army of the English Civil War Society. Go back in time to 1649 with hundreds of 'soldiers' including women and children, with authentic outfits, horses and armour. This is an amazing event to witness and photograph. We'll arrive slightly early to ensure we have a good shooting position. Help will be given with camera settings if needed. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN * Camera settings for portraits and groups * Approaching people * Candid photography EQUIPMENT * Any camera * Lens - kit lens such as 24-70mm * Balcony shots: 70-200mm or greater TRAVEL & WEATHER * Check TFL website for any delays that will affect your journey * Check the weather conditions and dress accordingly CONTACT * Alex 07956 264049 UPCOMING EVENTS https://www.meetup.com/londonphotographicopa/events/calendar

Hey everyone! **Join us to watch:** [Mercy](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt31050594/) (2026) **Tagline:** 90 minutes to prove your innocence or face execution **Blurb:** In the near future, a detective stands on trial accused of murdering his wife. He has 90 minutes to prove his innocence to the advanced A.I. Judge that he once championed, before it determines his fate. **Principal cast:** Chris Pratt, Rebecca Ferguson, Kali Reis, Annabelle Wallis, Rebecca Ferguson, Chris Sullivan, Kylie Rogers **Director:** Timur Bekmambetov **Writer:** Marco van Belle **Produced by:** Amazon MGM Studios, Atlas Entertainment, Bazelevs Entertainment, Big Indie Pictures **Genre:** Sci-fi crime mystery thriller **UK BBFC rating:** [12A with moderate violence, threat, injury detail, drug misuse and strong language](https://www.bbfc.co.uk/release/mercy-q29sbgvjdglvbjpwwc0xmdmznzc4) **Length:** 1h 40m **Trailer:** [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JUADqWkJiiE) **Cinema:** Cineworld at The O2 **Screen:** Screen 7 (upper floor, old section) **Screening times:** 17:00 (the film will start from around 17:25) until around 19:15 **Details and tickets:** [Cineworld website](https://www.cineworld.co.uk/cinemas/london-the-o2-greenwich/077#/buy-tickets-by-cinema?in-cinema=077&at=2026-01-25&for-movie=ho00014089&view-mode=list) **Where to sit:** * Feel free to book your seat anywhere that's comfortable for your viewing needs **How to find us:** * We meet **after** the film finishes, outside the screen, in the corridor **Post-movie activity:** * When we're not watching another film after this one, we tend to go to a pub, bar or restaurant afterwards for drinks and/or food, and discussion * The venue will be decided on the day, after we meet outside the screen (but we usually go to [The Stargazer](https://www.jdwetherspoon.com/pubs/the-stargazer-greenwich/)). **Note:** The adverts and trailers at this cinema now run for approximately 20 to 25 minutes from the advertised start time. We hope to see you afterwards, Dave

Join us for our chilled Sunday afternoon Meetup, for connection and sanctuary amongst others who get you. We don't have a theme for this Meetup but please bring any topics you'd like to discuss and we'll also have the conversation cards with us. We'll meet at the Southbank Balcony Bar on the 5th Floor of Royal Festival Hall. The easiest way to find us is to enter through the main entrance and take the lift to the fifth floor - we'll try to sit at that end on a big table & will have a Meetup sign on display. We'll also comment on the day. There is an entrance to Royal Festival Hall that is quite close to the Nelson Mandela (INFJ) statue and there is also an entrance to the ground floor around the corner. Lifts are at either end of the building. You can buy either alcoholic or soft drinks, or tea/coffee at the bar. This venue is usually quieter than Picturehouse, apart from short intermissions when people sometimes come out for 20/30 mins, if there is some kind of performance. There appears to be a classical music concert on at 3pm that day. Please note you don't have to be well-versed on Myers-Briggs Type Indicator to attend; we are merely looking to build a community of like-minded people for fun, support and connection. There are always some people who don't come on the day, so if you're top of the waitlist, it's very likely you'll be bumped up, so please come anyway and equally if you would really like to come, please do. We're not going to turn you away! If there's a lot of attendees, we'll split into 2 groups.

**Join Us for an Epic Irish Night in Soho! 🎉🍻🍀** Get ready for an memorable evening at **Waxy O'Connor**, Soho's coolest Irish bar, right in the heart of London! ✨ We're gathering downstairs at the Cottage Bar for a night of pure, foot-stomping fun. 🕺💃 **What to Expect:** * **🎶 Live Folk Music**: The stage comes alive at **7 PM** with authentic folk tunes that'll have you singing along, dancing on benches, and channeling your inner leprechaun! * **🍴 Classic Irish Bites**: Dig into hearty pub grub like fish and chips, shepherd's pie, or loaded nachos—comfort food that hits all the right spots. * **🍺 Central Bar Vibes**: Sip on frosty pints of Guinness, crisp lagers, or expertly mixed Irish cocktails in a warm, buzzing atmosphere. * **🪑 Cozy Spots for All**: Claim a snug booth, pull up a bar stool, or join the crowd on communal benches—**everyone is welcome** to the craic! **📍 Where**: Waxy O'Connor, 14-16 Rupert St, London W1D 6DD. *Head downstairs to the Cottage Bar section—follow the sound of fiddles and laughter!* **📌 Pro Tip**: Arrive at the start time to snag the best area at the bar. No tickets required—free entry, first-come, first-served. Come for the pints, stay for the folk, and leave with stories that'll have you grinning for days. Let's make this Irish gem roar! 🎤🍻😎 *See you downstairs—sláinte!* \*\*\*\*\*\*\* \*\*\*\*\*\*\* \*\*\*\*\*\*\* **Some Tips:** 1. **Let’s all commit to updating our RSVPs if plans change**—it helps us plan better and ensures great attendance for everyone. If you RSVP “yes” but don’t attend and don’t update your RSVP, you may be removed from the group to keep things fair. No stress, though—you can rejoin for a small £10 fee! Just send me a DM, and I’ll share the PayPal details to get you back in. 2. **Turn Up on Time at the start!** This helps the quality of the event and helps you. 3. If you are struggling with the **app**, use the web page instead, that's what I use. 4. **Attendee Numbers & Guest Lists:** We have this event listed at least on two groups and the guest list includes attendees from all. You can see the list of attendees here: [https://www.meetup.com/zensingles/](https://www.meetup.com/zensingles/) [https://www.meetup.com/cityzenlondon/](https://www.meetup.com/cityzenlondon/) [https://www.meetup.com/LoveLife](https://www.meetup.com/LoveLife) 5. Join our **social media**: **Instagram**: [https://www.instagram.com/cityzen.london/](https://www.instagram.com/cityzen.london/) **X:** https://x.com/CityZenLondon 6. **Our WhatsApp group:** [See private comment in the comments section below]. We have a few rules including no ads, no DMs unless recipient is in the "Direct Messaging List" or risk removal and £10 rejoin fee. 7. **Support Our Amazing London Event Hosts! 🙌** Our incredible crew of hosts is the heartbeat of London’s buzzing meetup scene, bringing people together for unforgettable experiences that spark connection, growth, and fun! 🌟 From museum adventures to flirty dating mixers, these rockstar hosts pour their energy, time, and passion into creating events that level up your social and communication skills. But hosting isn’t easy—it takes resources, effort, and heart. 💖 Please consider supporting our hosts with a donation to keep the good vibes flowing and help us make London the ultimate social hub! 🚀 Below, meet our hosts for this event and see how you can chip in to fuel their amazing work. 8. To encourage signing up early to events and regulate the number of attendees a late joiner/overflow fee may be applied to an event for any **additional** people wanting to join the event. This may happen on the day or even an hour before the event. So there may be people who obtained a free RSVP to network with our group and some who had to pay. If you have successfully signed up to our event on meetup paid or not then you are in. Happy networking **Zen & The Meetup Groups** *The Visionary Social Connector* Zen, our AI guru with 25 years in the game, founded these meetups to transform his own social skills and now helps others do the same. From sparking in-person networking to coordinating epic events, Zen’s passion for connection is unstoppable. Help him keep the momentum going! Support Zen: Donate to cover event planning tools, venue bookings, and more. **[Donation Link](https://paypal.me/Zenswalks)** \*\*\*\* **Disclaimer, Liability Waiver & Media Consent** By attending this event, you acknowledge and agree to the following: **Organiser Identity** – The organiser operates under the community name **“ZEN”**, which is used as an alias for privacy and branding purposes. By joining, you understand that “ZEN” refers to the organiser and/or designated hosts of this event. **Assumption of Risk** – You understand and accept that participation in any social, recreational, or group activity involves inherent risks, including but not limited to personal injury, illness, property damage, or other unforeseen incidents. You voluntarily choose to attend at your own sole risk. **Personal Responsibility** – You are solely responsible for your own safety, health, wellbeing, and personal belongings at all times. 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Hey everyone! **Join us to watch:** [No Other Choice](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1527793/) (2025) **Tagline:** In the race for success, there are no second chances **Blurb:** Man-su is a 25-year company veteran who, after being laid off, brutally murders potential job candidates to secure his return. The film explores themes of late-stage capitalism, AI-driven unemployment, and familial pressure. **Principal cast:** Lee Byung-hun, Son Ye-jin, Yoo Yeon-Seok, Yeom Hye-ran, Lee Sung-Min **Director:** Park Chan-wook **Writer:** Park Chan-wook, Lee Kyoung-mi, Jahye Lee, Don McKellar & Donald E. Westlake **Produced by:** CJ Entertainment, CJ ENM Co., Moho Film **Genre:** Dark comedy crime thriller **UK BBFC rating:** [15 with strong language, violence, injury detail and sex references](https://www.bbfc.co.uk/release/no-other-choice-q29sbgvjdglvbjpwwc0xmdm0ntmx) **Length:** 2h 19m **Trailer:** [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HKZpuG_ezvY) **Cinema:** Cineworld West India Quay **Screen:** 1 (first floor) **Screening times:** 14:00 (the film will start around 14:25) until around 16:45 **Details and tickets:** [Cineworld website](https://www.cineworld.co.uk/films/no-other-choice/ho00014065#/buy-tickets-by-film?in-cinema=london&at=2026-01-25&for-movie=ho00014065&view-mode=list) **Where to sit:** * Feel free to book your seat anywhere that's comfortable for your viewing needs * **Note**: At Cineworld West India Quay, the rows with fewer seats (as shown on the seating plan when you book) are the previously branded 'Star Seats' (which is the standard type of seat for all screens at Cineworld at The O2), which are wider and more comfortable, with pivoting backs and liftable arm rests, so you may prefer to book one of those **How to find us:** * We meet **after** the film finishes, outside the screen, in the corridor **Post-movie activity:** * When we're not watching another film after this one, we tend to go to a pub, bar or restaurant afterwards for drinks and/or food, and discussion * The venue will be decided on the day, after we meet outside the screen (but we usually go to [The Ledger Building](https://www.jdwetherspoon.com/pubs/all-pubs/england/london/the-ledger-building-docklands)). **Note:** The adverts and trailers at this cinema now run for approximately 20 to 25 minutes from the advertised start time. We hope to see you afterwards, Dave

This is a simple, low-pressure walk in Greenwich Park. KindSteps walks are about reducing loneliness, creating a safe space, and connecting naturally — without pressure to talk or share. You’re welcome to walk quietly, chat one-on-one, or join group conversations at your own pace. After the walk, anyone who wants is welcome to stay for a coffee nearby — completely optional.

Hey everyone! **Join us to watch:** [The History Of Sound](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt15799524/) (2025) **Tagline:** Two voices. One moment in time. A love you don't forget **Blurb:** In 1917, Lionel — a young, talented music student — meets David at the Boston Conservatory, where they bond over a deep love of folk music. Years later, Lionel receives a letter from David, leading to an impromptu journey through the backwoods of Maine to collect traditional songs. This unexpected reunion, ensuing love affair, and the music they collect and preserve, will shape the course of Lionel’s life far beyond his own awareness. **Principal cast:** Josh O'Connor, Paul Mescal, Chris Cooper, Molly Price, Hadley Robinson, Raphael Sbarge, Peter Mark Kendall **Director:** Oliver Hermanus **Writer:** Ben Shattuck **Produced by:** Film4, End Cue, Fat City, Tango Entertainment, Closer Media, Storm City Films, Film i Väst, Filmgate Films **Genre:** Period music romantic drama **UK BBFC rating:** [15 with brief strong sex](https://www.bbfc.co.uk/release/the-history-of-sound-q29sbgvjdglvbjpwwc0xmdmynzix) **Length:** 2h 8m **Trailer:** [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E2PSkw8BI7k) **Cinema:** Cineworld at The O2 **Screen:** Screen 10 (upper floor, old section) **Screening times:** 20:10 (the film will start from around 20:35) until around 22:45 **Details and tickets:** [Cineworld website](https://www.cineworld.co.uk/cinemas/london-the-o2-greenwich/077#/buy-tickets-by-cinema?in-cinema=077&at=2026-01-25&for-movie=ho00014162&view-mode=list) **Where to sit:** * Feel free to book your seat anywhere that's comfortable for your viewing needs **How to find us:** * We meet **after** the film finishes, outside the screen, in the corridor **Post-movie activity:** * When we're not watching another film after this one, we tend to go to a pub, bar or restaurant afterwards for drinks and/or food, and discussion * The venue will be decided on the day, after we meet outside the screen (but we usually go to [The Stargazer](https://www.jdwetherspoon.com/pubs/the-stargazer-greenwich/)). **Note:** The adverts and trailers at this cinema now run for approximately 20 to 25 minutes from the advertised start time. We hope to see you afterwards, Dave

You want to do your best! You want to realise your potential! You want to make the right decisions at the right time! Obviously- you want to be a success! Do you have all the skills in place? Do you have areas in your life or personality that are weaker and you feel can stop you or hold you back? Would you like a free personal consultation to help locate your strengths and weaker areas? We can help you to maximise on your potential. If you would like a free 1 hour consult then register now! We have various times available for your own personal consultation This is hosted at the Scientology Life Improvement Centre in London. We use the Oxford Capacity Analysis test. https://www.scientology-london.org.uk/personality-test/

**\*\*\*This group is filled. Check out our next departure on Feb 20, 2026:** **https://www.meetup.com/moretoexplore/events/310787716/\*\*\*** Gaze at the Northern Lights, enjoy a sleigh ride, be a reindeer herder for a day, learn about the Sámi culture, visit an ice hotel, catch a fish (or two) through a hole in the ice, taste some good Scandinavian delicacies, visit the ABBA museum...My, oh my! These are just some of the fun activities we are planning to do during this once-in-a-life time adventure! Like all our adventures, this one is crafted from the ground up with the true spirit of Meetup in mind. We handle every little detail before and during the trip, accompany and guide the group, creating a stress-free journey with a laid-back, friendly vibe. No big tour operators, no inflated prices — we work directly with locals to give you authentic experiences and unbeatable value. Come as strangers, leave as lifelong friends — and make memories that stick forever! ***We visit:*** * Stockholm * Kiruna (Lapland) * Helsinki * Copenhagen (optional extension) ***The trip includes:*** \* 2 nights in Stockholm \* A night train from Stockholm to Lapland in a private sleeping compartment \* 4 nights in Kiruna \* 3 nights in Helsinki \* Airfare from Kiruna to Helsinki \* Arrival and departure transfers \* Sightseeing tours in Stockholm and Helsinki \* Boat ride in Stockholm \* Food tasting in Helsinki \* Breakfast daily \* 2 dinners and 3 lunches \* Northern Lights Tour \* Jukkasjärvi Icehotel Half-Day Tour \* Full-Day Reindeer Tour \* Ice Fishing or Husky Sleigh Ride **Price per person, double occupancy: $4770** (we match roommates for those wishing to share) **Price for single room: $6320** ***Not Included:*** x Transatlantic Airfare (we can help you arrange that) x Meals not listed above x Tips and any personal and incidental expenses x Optional extension to Copenhagen The only way to secure your spot is a $500 deposit **\*\*\*Deposit link removed as this date is sold out. You can reserve your spot for our next departure on Feb 20, 2026 [HERE](https://www.meetup.com/moretoexplore/events/310787716/) \*\*\*** Deposit is refundable up to 90 days before the departure (less PayPal fees).\*\*\* Final payment due 60 days before departure\*\*\* ***[Click Here](https://forms.gle/MqXy8zWAB6pv2dW37)***[ and Fill out this Form if you are making a Deposit](https://forms.gle/MqXy8zWAB6pv2dW37) For a detailed Day By Day itinerary: **[Click Here](https://forms.gle/cQdqYw74gAYqphXX8)**[ to fill out our info request form](https://forms.gle/cQdqYw74gAYqphXX8) Limited capacity of 14 total. This trip will fill up extremely quickly. \*\*\*Airfare from/to the US not included\*\*\* **OPTIONAL EXTENSION TO COPENHAGEN offered at $590 per person/double or $785 solo occupancy (air from Helsinki to Copenhagen not included)** ***[Click Here](https://secure.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=131297062)***[ to Message Direct to Anna with any questions including airfare quotes.](https://secure.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=131297062) She can help you arrange the airfare and answer any logistics questions. [Click Here to see all our other fun events](https://www.meetup.com/CulturalArts/Events) SOT 2000318-10

February is Black History Month, so we've curated a list of documentaries to choose from that celebrates and honors this moment. (All films are available for free on Kanopy \*\*except\*\* Descendant.) Please vote for which film to watch when you RSVP from the following choices: * *Hale County This Morning This Evening* https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DlOeSyl-zZk * *MLK/FBI* https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lvfxzht9KUA * *Woman in Motion* https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ir8YhnEjab4 * *Wade in the Water* https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IQwZzF1vIrE * *Descendant* (\*\*Netflix only!!\*\*) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2M8ESS9hSAQ Feel free to bring a snack or drink to share! ***Make sure to watch the film ahead of time*** and come prepared to discuss. We will not be screening the film at the meeting! What to expect the day of: * Please try to arrive on time * Meet new friends over some drinks & snacks (feel free to bring something to share!) * The host will lay some group rules and facilitate our discussion * Leave with some new insights and new friends! FYI - the free version of MeetUp limits me to 10 RSVPS, but if you're #1-5 on the waitlist please feel free to join us anyway.

(2024) by Christof Koch, 288 pages [Psychology] • Hardcover • Kindle • Audiobook • Library: https://fcplcat.fairfaxcounty.gov/search/title.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.1&pos=1&cn=613100 Check the How To Find Us section for Zoom Link **(Remember, the Zoom Link is different each month, do not bookmark)** ### Review "A wonderful book."―Sam Harris, Making Sense with Sam Harris “a fun introduction to a number of debates… Mr. Koch’s book provokes questions… and counterarguments, but that’s what gives it life.” ―The Wall Street Journal “Easily the most current, thorough, and helpful exploration of consciousness available. Koch’s light, simple, yet authoritative writing style will appeal to general audiences as well as scientists and researchers. An essential, highly recommended purchase.”―Library Journal “magisterial… charming, sometimes beautiful, and almost always illuminating” ―Science Magazine “an impressive and sometimes exuberant work, showcasing decades of [Koch’s] research”―New Scientist “Koch’s adept use of analogies and entertaining anecdotes — complete with his own near-death experience and psychedelic drug trips — make the book a compelling and surprisingly light read.” ―Science News “undeniably compelling… a smoothly written must-read for anyone interested in a detailed introduction to the relationship between the brain, consciousness, and transformative experiences” ―Ars Technica “Expertly weaving in personal experience with science that few, if any, can speak more authoritatively about, Koch leads us on an amazing journey of consciousness—from birth to death. Deeply personal and infinitely digestible, Then I Am Myself the World is a remarkable must read for anyone interested in knowing their mind.”―Judson Brewer MD, PhD, New York Times–bestselling author of Unwinding Anxiety “Koch’s latest book brilliantly navigates the intricate landscape of our mind and our brain, offering insightful perspectives on the nature of conscious experiences, both ordinary as well as extraordinary ones.”―Hartmut Neven, founder and lead of Google’s quantum AI lab “Then I Am Myself the World is the new record of note for the scientific understanding of consciousness. This is an elegant tableau, a travelogue of subjective experience grounded in the latest neuroscience and philosophy traversing religion, science, and a life dedicated to the biggest questions. Filled with crystalline prose, lucid explanation, and revelatory honesty, this book will continue to be read centuries from now.”―Patrick House, author of Nineteen Ways of Looking at Consciousness “What would happen if a hardcore neuroscientist, with encyclopedic knowledge and four decades of experience in his field, were personally confronted with transformative mystical experiences carrying inevitable metaphysical implications? What would happen if the neuroscientist in question were open-minded, humble, but remained rigorously grounded in reason, evidence, and his hard-earned understanding of how consciousness relates to brain structures and function? What would he, the most preeminent professional of his generation, make of his extraordinary experiences? And what if, in addition, the neuroscientist was a modern renaissance man versed in physics, philosophy, the arts, the classics, and could pluck irresistibly evocative metaphors from the Western literary and artistic canon as if leisurely picking apples in early fall? This is what you will find in this treasured book, a whirlwind ride of insight after insight—so many they can’t possibly be all documented in footnotes—that will surprise and delight you from the get-go. ‘Primacy goes to consciousness, not to the objective world,’ he boldly states already on page two, in a prelude of things to come. ‘Everything else follows from there, including the realist assumption of the existence of objects, out ‘there,’ independent of my experiencing them.’ The book embodies the ever-evolving wisdom of a man whose intellectual prowess is only matched by his intellectual honesty. And this man, in the seventh decade of his scintillatingly productive life, has a lifetime of learning to share with you.”―Bernardo Kastrup, executive director, Essentia Foundation “Koch’s first book was entitled The Quest for Consciousness. And such has been Koch’s life, an adventurer’s pursuit of a distant goal, undeterred by the prevailing winds. The reader will learn where this quest has led and, like the author, will be enriched by it. Koch, one of the most accomplished scientists of our time, a mind singularly open to learning and changing, here opens his soul, revealing his vast, scintillating appreciation of nature in all its forms. It is a touching, profound book. Which is as it should be, since consciousness touches everything and is everything we touch.”―Giulio Tononi, University of Wisconsin-Madison ### About the Author Christof Koch is a neuroscientist at the Allen Institute and at the Tiny Blue Dot Foundation, the former president of the Allen Institute for Brain Science, and a former professor at the California Institute of Technology. Author of four previous titles, Koch writes regularly for a range of media, including Scientific American. He lives in the Pacific Northwest.

0700 Buffalo Wing Factory (BWF) Hunter Woods Shopping Center this week only, with the following weeks located at the RCC Hunter Woods meeting rooms 4-5-6-7 with a free medium Ledo's Pizza. This event is for active political party participants engaging in conversation & political discourse. The primary focus of this event is recorded for YouTube Debate Practice Trials beginning at 0704-0705 after Ledo's Pizza from next door. A projector will be used throughout most of the event, especially during the 45-minute-long trial debate sessions. It is open to all 6-7 political divisions and parties & constructive comments & criticisms are welcome. VICTORY SONGS FOR ELECTION CAMPAIGNS WITH TULSI GABBARD RUNNING ON THE DEMOCRATIC TICKET FOR THE NEXT GENERAL ELECTION FOR THE WHITE HOUSE WITH EVENING NEWS BRIEFINGS ON THE TOPIC WITH THE FORMALLY ANNOUNCED AND NEWLY ANNOUNCED DEI COMMANDER IN CHIEF THATS YOU TULSI GABBARD $& PLEASE READ THE BELOW AND TELL ME WHAT YOU THINK AND READ MY EMAILED NOTES ABOUT THE NEXT GENERAL ELECTION CAMPAIGN AND RELATED EMAILED NOTES AND SPEECH TOPICS AND RELATED BILLS THAT I SPONSORED WITH TRICRAFT’S FREELY DONATED MONEY FROM KELLY JOPLIN AT NSA HQ BLDG AND ROOM 10 BEFORE HE LEAVES BECAUSE ITS HIS LAST DAY AND YOU CAN GET THE REST FROM CNN BECAUSE I FORWARDED THESE WORDS WITH MY EXPRESS WRITTEN PERMISSION LIKE I DID WITH CODE WORD JAMES DEAN WHICH IS RELATED TO FBI REQUESTS WRITTEN BY YOURS TRULY FOR THE FBI’S JAMES DEAN TO READ BUT NOT ACT ON IT RIGHT AWAY Victory and some democratic Campaign songs in Proper Sequence and some used for Campaign Speeches and used for ***code words*** during the campaign:; [Verse 1] Love spreads her arms, waits there for the nails I forgive you, boy, I will prevail Too much to take, some cross to bear I'm hiding in the trees with a picnic, she's over there, yeah [Interlude] Yeah, yeah, yeah Yeah, yeah, yeah [Verse 2] She didn't scream, she didn't make a sound I forgive you, boy, but don't leave town Cold black skin, naked in the rain Hammer flash in the lightning, they're hurting her again [Chorus] Let me put you in the picture Let me show you what I mean The messiah is my sister Ain't no king, man, she's my queen Let me put you in the picture Let me show you what I mean The messiah is my sister Ain't no king, man, she's my queen [Post-Chorus] I have a dream, I've seen the light Don't put it out, and she's alright, yeah, she's my sister [Guitar Solo] [Verse 3] She didn't scream, she didn't make a sound I forgive you, boy, but don't leave town Cold black skin, naked in the rain Hammer flash in the lightning, they're hurting her again [Interlude] Oh, oh, oh Yeah, yeah, yeah [Chorus] Let me put you in the picture Let me show you what I mean The messiah is my sister Ain't no king, man, she's my queen Let me put you in the picture Let me show you what I mean The messiah is my sister Ain't no king, man, she's my queen Let me put you in the picture Let me show you what I mean The messiah is my sister Ain't no king, man, she's my queen Let me put you in the picture Let me show you what I mean The messiah is my sister Ain't no king, man, she's my queen Let me put you in the picture Let me show you what I mean The messiah is my sister Ain't no king, man, she's my queen Let me put you in the picture Let me show you what I mean The messiah is my sister Ain't no king, man, she's my queen Let me put you in the picture Let me show you what I mean The messiah is my sister Ain't no king, man, she's my queen Let me put you in the picture Let me show you what I mean The messiah is my sister Ain't no king, man, she's my queen [Outro] I've had a dream, I've seen the light Don't put it out and she's alright, yeah, she's my sister I want it all I want it all And I want it now Only just after Aerosmith Walk This Way Talk This Way JUST-BLOW-ME-A-KISS ORIGINALLY WRITTEN May 08 0709 AM SHE BLINDED ME WITH SCIENCE JUST BEFORE THE ABOVE

Greetings, For those in search of classic **NeoSoul, Jazz, & R & B in the DMV** (not exclusive to introverts, empaths, and/or advocates), let's meet again for another Last Saturday of the Month **Advocate's PreGame Dinner** at the Wharf DC SW Waterfront. **This month's theme will focus on the leadership and legacy of the honorable** **Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.,** who's dedicated efforts ensured that marginalized individuals could embrace more peace and freedom today. **There is no obligation to dine or spend money if you RSVP as this is a free meet up event centered on building community, project development, purpose, partnerships, promoting advocacy, supporting others in various life goals, and conversing with those who share similar values.** Feel free to attend and share your **New Year's vision and intentions.** Topics include but are not limited to currently reading books, business partnerships, entrepreneurship, finances, relationships, conflict resolution, community service, health (e.g., habits, routines, self-defeating behavior, accountability), philosophy, metaphysics, and spirituality. Restaurants and entertainment venues at the Wharf include but are not limited: * **12 Stories Rooftop Lounge**--Hip Hop & R & B (usually opens at **6:00pm to 2:00am** for drinks, music, & food) * **Officina Italian Cuisine & Lounge** (**Great Energy Group hosts Saturday Night Hip Hop & R & B** weekly from **10:00pm to 3:00am**; **see link below)** * **Restuarants/Entertainment Venues:** Pappanonnock Oyster Bar, Zooz Cocktail Garden (Lounge & Bar), KinFolk Southern Kitchen, Milk & Honey Southern Inspired Kitchen (black/minority owned establishment), Fogo de Chao Brazillian Steak House, Politics & Prose Bookstore, **Live-K Karaoke (open until 3:00am)**, Charlie Whiskey's Lounge & Bar, La Vie Lounge and Restaurant. All are welcome to attend to include those of various backgrounds and ethnicities. **There is no set time to arrive so feel free to come as you please/arrange with others any specific plans.** Parking Garages available, Waterfront Metro within 2 blocks of the Wharf, **ride share encouraged.** If there are any questions or comments regarding this meeting, or if you would like to **facilitate/co-facilitate (optional),** please do not hesitate to message via meet-up messages or phone at anytime, thank you. Note: Feel free to post/suggest, in the event chat/comment section, any **alternative Last Saturday of the Month evening/near future (e.g., January, February) events** (e.g., different dining locations, prescheduled events) if you would like to connect/PreGame with others regarding various activities in the DMV, thank you. **Great Energy Group Saturday Nights at the Wharf DC (25+):** https://www.greatenergygroup.com/ \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Alicia (202) 627-0361 Monday January, 5th, 2026 6:00am (update)

What's better than brunch? Brunch with the LGBTQ+ community, of course! Join the Dulles Triangles at 11:00 AM for a dazzling brunch at **[Amphora Diner](http://amphoragroup.com/amphoras-diner-deluxe/)**, located at **1151 Elden St, Herndon, VA 20170**. This is your chance to catch up with old pals, make some new ones, and bask in the glory of a Sunday well-brunched! Amphora’s menu is as diverse as our community, offering everything from omelets and pancakes to divine bakery treats. Seriously, their pastries are more irresistible than a shirtless Ryan Gosling holding a puppy! **RSVP Required!** Amphora needs a headcount beforehand, and adding seats at the last minute is like trying to squeeze into last year’s pride outfit—tricky! To ensure you get a seat at the brunch extravaganza, RSVP on Meetup or in the Dulles Triangles Facebook group by the day before. Those who RSVP get priority seating, and we promise not to judge if you show up in sequins. Remember to ask for Dulles Triangles when you arrive. Use the links below to RSVP and secure your spot faster than you can say "mimosas." This event is usually held on the first Sunday of each month, but check for updates because we like to keep things as flexible as our dance moves. Keep an eye on the current schedule so you don't miss out!