Jane Austen

❄️We're celebrating our last meetup of 2025! Thanks everyone who's joined in our relaunch year 🥳 Looking forward to even more fun events in 2026❄️ If you're interested in Korean or Japanese culture, come along to our friendly meetup. This is a great chance to share your passion for these cultures, socialise or practice your language skills. We meet every two weeks at Macarong, a cosy Korean cafe in Golders Green - where you can chat with people who share the same interests as you, and maybe try some tasty food or drinks. Our meetups always have a friendly atmosphere. There's usually a mix of new people and regulars who will make you feel welcome. Seating is limited, so if you're on the waiting list, please arrive after 3:30 PM, when the cafe gets a bit quieter. We're usually at a table towards the back of the cafe. Let's share laughs and memories together!

Join us for some focused writing time on Saturday mornings at 5th View cafe/bar at Waterstones Piccadilly. All writers and all experience levels are welcome; be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. This is not a critique or workshop session so there will be no sharing your work and no one will see what you've written or give unsolicited advice. This session is about getting your writing done and meeting other writers. SCHEDULE: 11:30 - Quick introductions 11:45 - Timer starts: write for 45 minutes 12:30 - Break for 15 minutes 12:45 - Timer starts: write for 45 minutes 13:30 - The End! Don't worry about being late or leaving early - just get settled and check in with the host whenever you can during the session. Please RSVP if you can so that we have an idea of numbers as we have to reserve tables for the event. Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block the cafe’s overhead music or the occasional conversation by other patrons. Try to make sure laptops are charged in case there aren't enough plug sockets or bring a notebook and pen. Venue Guidelines: Please thank our host venue by purchasing something to eat/drink, if you are able to do so. Please do not bring outside food or drink to the venue.

**GRADE**: **Beginner** – c.18km / 11 miles circular walk through beautiful and historic Hampshire downland (around 4.5 hours of walking time) with a couple of hills, plus additional distance if you choose to explore the Christmas market afterwards. We start the hike in historic Winchester, founded by the Romans near a major Iron Age fort, rising to capital city status of Alfred the Great’s Saxon kingdom of Wessex, and home of the resplendent Winchester Cathedral, the last resting place of may notable figures including author Jane Austen. Leaving the city's picturesque streets, we follow the beautiful River Itchen and climb up to St Catherine’s Hill, the Iron Age hillfort, which offers sweeping views back over the city. The route then takes us across Hampshire downland before descending into ancient watermeadows. Making our way back up onto the downs with distant views of the Cathedral, we then descend past the ancient Hospital of St Cross, an area said to have inspired John Keat's 'Ode to Autumn', along the watermeadows past Winchester College and to the bright lights of the famous Winchester Cathedal Christmas market. We'll finish at around 16:30 and you'll be free to explore the market with some warming mulled wine in hand (closes 20:00) or head home. **COST**: £10 organiser fee paid on RSVP **MEETING POINT and TIME**: Waterloo station \*\*\***Windrush memorial statue near platform 18\*\*\*** on the main concourse (to avoid confusion with other groups travelling at the same time!). Meet at 08:30 for the 09:05 train. **TRAVEL**: 09:05am train from London Waterloo arriving at Winchester at 10:04, journey time 59 minutes. **HIKE STARTS**: 10:10 from Winchester station. If you're meeting us at Winchester station, please be sure to PM me beforehand so that we don't miss you. **Return tickets from London to Winchester get more expensive closer to the travel time** – advance return tickets cost £24.70 as of 13 October. **RETURN**: There are 3 trains an hour from Winchester back to London on 20 December, leaving at 18, 48 and 53 minutes past the hour. **LUNCH**: Packed lunch **HIKE FINISHES**: approximately at 16:30 at Winchester Christmas market, a 12-minute walk from the station. Finish times always depend on pace of the group on the day and are a rough estimate. **HIKE LEADER**: Natalie View **[Kit List](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1FLjSAczjgbZ26OKE4Iy_zX2IFqkybdXCmK9AkVfqI1w/edit)** View \*\*[Terms and conditions ](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XSic4Aj9VJguTQuiWrTd6I1A-EmvmQCqCHggB0omlX8/edit)\*\*for RSVP and refunds details. View **[Go London's full calendar](https://www.meetup.com/GO-London/events/)** Like /Join on **[Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/groups/GoLondonHiking/)** Follow on **[Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/golondonhiking/)** @golondonhiking

Salam, Wise, often funny, sometimes heart-breaking, Persepolis, a graphic memoir, tells the story of Marjane Satrapi's life in Tehran, growing up during the Iranian Revolution. Enjoy Iran!

Join us at Mayfield Tennis Club for a fun and friendly morning of doubles tennis! All ages and most playing standards are welcome, just ensure that you’re above beginner standard and have played doubles or singles before. We play on our outdoor astroturf courts and you’ll enjoy your game within our relaxed and social atmosphere. Coming on your own? perfect, most people do, we make sure everyone gets paired up in a no stress skill level and you will be rallying and laughing with new friends by the end of the first set. After tennis, you are more than welcome to stay for a drink and a chat in our clubhouse and bar! It’s a great way to meet your fellow tennis players, an opportunity to play regularly and become a part of our wonderful diverse community. We usually have a minimum of 8 club members playing every week, so you’re guaranteed a game. Tennis balls are provided, just bring along your racquet. Need to borrow a racquet? No worries, just drop me a message on the chat and I’ll organise that for you. Look out for the Mayfield Club sign at the entrance of the drive way. **Payment** The two hour session costs £7 per head, for payment please follow the link, join the game and pay: [https://sportas.co.uk/organiser/north-london-social-doubles-tennis-n13/game](https://sportas.co.uk/organiser/north-london-social-doubles-tennis-n13/games). Come for the tennis, stay and socialise with our lovely community here at Mayfield. On the behalf of everyone at our club, we can’t wait to meet you!

This is our Beehive Poetry Club meet-up. This is a space to both read poetry that we have felt inspired by and also a chance to have a go at writing something or having a go at a technique. Roughly each week will look like the following: 13.30 - Arrive for coffee + intoduction 13.40 - Poetry reading (anything you may have written or enjoyed reading) 14.20 - coffee break 14.30 Free write or writing activity 15.30 - finish

Join us for a friendly and festive Christmas Lights Walk as we enjoy the holiday atmosphere and spark some interesting conversations along the way! We’ll be exploring how different personality types relax during the holidays, what kinds of gifts they enjoy, and how our unique quirks shape the way we experience the season. Expect warm, engaging conversations as we stroll through the lights together. 📸 For the “Just One More Photo” Crowd There will be many opportunities for photos, but as this is a walking event, we won’t remain at each spot for long. Please stay close to the group, especially in the busier sections, so everything runs smoothly and safely. Illuminate your mind, one step at a time.

First Sundays are free admission at Franklin Park Conservatory. Sunday, January 4th, is also the last day The Palm House will be open before renovations begin. Let’s meet, enjoy a respite from January weather, and wander the gardens. Free neanthe bella palms are available to guests, beginning at 10am, while supplies last. Afterwards, we can visit the nearby East Market (212 Kelton Avenue).

WQC has weekly Thursday night social nights at the Westerville Java Central. Come and grab a coffee and connect with the community: low stakes, chill environment, and tasty drinks. No registration is required; come as you are.

We'll meet at The Capital One Café, 167 Easton Town Center, Space A-103. This is in the main mall where the Microsoft store used to be, on your left if you're standing at the bottom of the AMC Theater escalator. Join us on Sunday for an hour of uninterrupted wordmaking! • What we'll do Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at noon on Sundays. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. SCHEDULE: 12:00 - quick intros. 12:10 - timer starts: write for 1 hour. 1:10 - chat / take off / keep writing. OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens at 1-1:30ish. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. BEING LATE IS OKAY: just show up and get settled, then check-in with me after the session. If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you! • What to bring Whatever you need to be able to write! Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block noise or the occasional conversation by other patrons. Electrical outlets are limited, so charge your devices before whenever possible. See you at The Café on Sunday!

We’re still working to get more people into these Meetups, but our goal is to give PlayYourCourt members a few social tennis outings each week in addition to your practice sessions and Challenge League matches. These Meetups are co-ed, super laid back, and all skill levels are welcome. Post your skill level and a suggested court in the comments section so we can round up as many players as we can for some tennis fun! Also, if you’re looking to meet new practice partners or play some matches and you aren’t already in the PlayYourCourt Community, you can go here to see what we’re all about and sign up: https://www.playyourcourt.com/tennis-community/columbus-oh/meetup/ If you love tennis, we’d love to have you! Be sure and watch the quick video that explains how everything works. Happy hitting! - Scott

We'll meet at The Capital One Café, 167 Easton Town Center, Space A-103. This is in the main mall where the Microsoft store used to be, on your left if you're standing at the bottom of the AMC Theater escalator. Join us on Saturday for an hour of uninterrupted wordmaking! • What we'll do Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 10AM on Saturday mornings. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. SCHEDULE: 10:00 - SESSION 1: quick intros. 10:10 - timer starts: write for 1 hour. 11:10 - chat / take off / keep writing. OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens at 11A-11:30ish. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. BEING LATE IS OKAY: just show up and get settled, then check-in with me after the session. (I’ll be the person with the Shut Up & Write! sign.) If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you! • What to bring Whatever you need to be able to write! Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block noise or the occasional conversation by other patrons. Electrical outlets are limited, so charge your devices before whenever possible. See you at The Café on Saturday!

Come and join our lively Japanese language meetup, where Japanese language learners and native speakers come together to learn, play, and connect. We’ll practice through fun games and interactive conversation in a relaxed, welcoming environment. Whether you’re just starting out, more advanced, or a native speaker who enjoys helping others, everyone is encouraged to join and participate. After the library we'll take a leisurely walk together to get food/drinks. There are many options around including North Market Bridge Park. It's a perfect opportunity to continue our conversations and enjoy each other's company over a meal.

We will be having an open discussion of the book "the Soul of an Octopus" by Sy Montgomery. [this is the amazon link for this book](https://a.co/d/1bRn8h4)