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Shut Up and Write! [London/Waterstones Piccadilly]
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 cafeโs 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.
And if you'd like to follow us on Instagram, we're here: https://www.instagram.com/shutupandwriteldn?igsh=YzRvcTdwbXo5d3pt&utm_source=qr
Saturday Night Singles Party @The Roxy (Ages: 21-35)
**\*\*THIS IS NOT A FREE EVENT & RSVP ON MEET UP DOES NOT GUARANTEE ENTRY\*\***
**TO ATTEND THIS EVENT A TICKET MUST BE PURCHSED FROM OUR WEBSITE. PLEASE CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE A TICKET:** [https://truedating.co.uk/events/saturday-night-singles-party-24-jan-2026](https://truedating.co.uk/events/saturday-night-singles-party-24-jan-2026)
### ๐ London's Most Fun Way to Meet Real Singles โ No Swiping Required! ๐
**Hosted by True Datingโ London's #1 Speed Dating & Singles Party Experts**
If youโre tired of endless swiping, awkward DM convos, and dating apps that go nowhereโฆ this is your sign to shake things up.
Welcome to **True Datingโs Singles Party** โ where Londonโs most eligible, outgoing singles meet *in real life* for a night of laughter, chats, connections... and maybe even a first date that turns into your last first date.
### So what exactly *is* a Singles Party?
Itโs simple:
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A room full of friendly, professional singles
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Zero pressure, just good vibes
โ
Equal ratio of men to women
Weโve hosted **hundreds of events** across London and helped **thousands of people** meet their match. No awkward setups, no cheesy gamesโjust a relaxed, buzzing atmosphere where genuine connections happen.
### Why you should come:
* **Everyoneโs in the same boat.** Seriously. Tired of apps? So is everyone else here.
* **Real conversations, real chemistry.** Way better than text banter and filtered selfies.
* **Youโll actually meet people.** Like... face-to-face. Revolutionary, we know.
### How it works:
After the event, youโll receive login details for your **True Dating account** to select your matches from the night.
If they select you too โ boom! Youโll be able to chat securely via our private messaging system and set up that all-important date #2. (Just be sure to make your matches by 4pm the next day!
### โBut what if I donโt click with anyone?โ
Weโre so confident youโll meet someone you'd want to see again that **if you donโt, your next event is FREE.** No strings, no stress.
### Event Info:
๐ Doors open at **8pm**
๐ Ask for **True Dating** at the venue entrance and weโll guide you to your reserved area
๐๏ธ **Tickets are limited** and most events sell out โ donโt wait!
๐ **Stop Swiping. Start Dating.**
Shut Up & Write!ยฎ @Camden Art Centre Cafรฉ
Join us for some focused writing time. All writers and all experience levels are welcome and donโt worry, no one will see what you've written. This session is about getting your writing done and meeting other writers in your area.
When you show up, say hello to everyone, grab a drink, and get your writing tools ready. Once youโre all settled, take some time to chat with your fellow writers. Once everyoneโs arrived, I will lead quick introductions and then set the timer for our quiet and focused writing session.
Afterward, weโll have time to chat and get to know each other. We often talk about our successes and challenges as writers. If you donโt have time to stick around, no worries!
**A note about the format**
We donโt host critiques or readings. These events are a safe space for writers of all skill levels and genres to work on their craft, so no one will read or critique your writing.
For our full event schedule, visit [https://shutupwrite.com](https://shutupwrite.com).
**Other Important Details:**
**Venue info:** this is a public cafรฉ, so expect some noise around you. Please bring your headphones. While some plugs are available, they might not be free while we are there. Please charge your laptop beforehand.
As this is a public cafรฉ, and we're going to occupy a table for a while, *please buy something if you can* (even a cup of tea will do)!
**IMPORTANT:** in the unfortunate case we are not able to find a table at this cafรฉ, we'll need to move to another location close-by. The organizer will leave detailed info in the comment section of each event. Please check!
**Travel info:** Closest public transport stops
\- Finchley Road & Frognal \(Overground\)\, 1 min away
\- West Hampstead Thameslink \(train\)\, 10 min away
\- West Hampstead \(Overground\)\, 10 minutes away
\- West Hampstead \(Underground\, Jubilee line\)\, 12 min away
\- Bus stop FB \(bus 13\, 113\)\, 1 min away
\- Bus stop FF \(bus 13\, 113\)\, 1 min away
๐ฌ๐ง๐ช๐ธ๐ซ๐ท๐ฏ๐ต๐ฎ๐น CLERKENWELL Language Exchange & Social ๐ฉ๐ช๐จ๐ณ๐ช๐ฌ๐ง๐ท๐ฐ๐ท
**Important - Please Read**
LIMITED SPACES - **You must have a confirmed place to attend this event. **
โญโญโญโญโญ Welcome to London's Highest Rated International Languages Exchange group with over 1300 reviews rated 5 stars โญโญโญโญโญ
๐ฌ๐ง๐ช๐ธ๐ซ๐ท๐ฏ๐ต๐ฎ๐น๐ฉ๐ช๐ฎ๐ณ๐ง๐ท๐ฐ๐ท๐จ๐ณ๐ช๐ฌ๐ญ๐ฐ๐บ๐ฆ๐บ๐ธ๐น๐ท๐น๐ผ๐ท๐บ๐ต๐ฑ
To learn more about us and our community visit [www.languages.london](https://www.languages.london/)
WHEN & WHERE
Join us on Saturday for our global language exchange from 6pm. The venue is The Craft Beer Co. in Clerkenwell, a really friendly pub with a great selection of drinks (especially beers!) including non-alcoholic options and **we have the whole first floor space exclusively for our event!**
The venue has excellent access to public transport via, tube, train and bus.
HOW WE DO IT
It's simple ....
\~ When you arrive please collect your personalised language badge from us, **BEFORE** you order your drinks. We'll be waiting to give you a warm welcome ๐
\~ Please wear your badge during the event and return it before you leave.
\~ Start meeting the community and having fun, lots of fun!
Confirm your place to attend. There's a small fee of ยฃ2, which you can pay when you arrive.
Please buy something from the bar to support the venue, who kindly offer us a dedicated space.
๐ฒ๐ฝ๐ป๐ณ๐ง๐ฌ๐ต๐ธ๐ธ๐ช๐ฎ๐ฑ๐ฆ๐บ๐จ๐ฆ๐ณ๐ฑ๐จ๐ด๐ญ๐บ๐ฟ๐ฆ๐น๐ญ๐ต๐ช๐ง๐ด๐ณ๐ฌ๐ช๐ฌ๐ณ๐ฟ๐จ๐ญ
**WHO**
Languages in London events are organised for our community - being social, making new friends, building cultural bridges and always very relaxed. Our weekly events in London have the highest number of languages and countries represented.
Note - This is **not** a dating event.
Our events are open to Internationals, Locals, Expats, Students, Travellers..... Everyone!
This is the event for a truly global community and for citizens from around the World ๐
Is this the Intercambio you've been looking for? Want to practice your ingles, espanol , francais, italiano, Deutsch, portugues or other European languages? Asian languages ? Or maybe prefer to only speak English, that's just fine.
**All languages and all fluency levels are welcome** Spread the love, bring your family, friends and colleagues ๐
The creator and organiser of **Languages in London - Girish**, will always be visible at the event and there to support you and help with introductions, if you prefer.
These are real events with real people. We aren't one of those groups that fill our events with fictitious attendees๐ป
We want to remain the **BEST** language events group in London, being the biggest isn't our focus.
**No-shows at our events are always removed from the group.**
**Inactive members are also regularly removed from our group.**
**LANGUAGES**
Here's a selection of some of the languages that our community speak or have been practicing English, Spanish (incl Latin American), French, Italian, Portuguese (incl Brazilian), German, Japanese, Chinese (Mandarin & Cantonese), Russian, Korean, Hindi, Turkish, Arabic, Ukrainian, Polish, Hebrew, Swedish, Bulgarian, Vietnamese, Hungarian, Bengali, Dutch, Catalan, Farsi, Greek, Urdu, Welsh, Romanian, Norwegian, Czech, Slovakian, Estonian, Danish, Finnish, Turkmen, Latvian, Lithuanian, Nepali, Yoruba, Filipino, Thai, Albanian, Croatian, Serbian, Ebo, Gaelic, Icelandic, Afrikaans, Tamazight, Tagalog, Creole, Malagasy, Mongolian, Tok Pisin and more... you get the idea!
๐ท๐ด๐ฌ๐น๐จ๐ฟ๐ณ๐ด๐ฉ๐ฐ๐ซ๐ฎ๐จ๐พ๐บ๐พ๐ช๐ฌ๐ง๐ฌ๐ฆ๐ท๐ฐ๐ช๐ฑ๐ฐ๐ฒ๐ฆ๐น๐ณ๐ฉ๐ฟ๐ธ๐ฌ๐ฒ๐พ
**SUSTAINABLE** ๐๐ณ
Like you, we really care about our planet.
We never use paper stickers or wristbands as they can't be reused or recycled and can even damage your clothing โน๏ธ
The Solution? Our personalised and completely reusable Languages in London badges! ๐๐
So, please make sure you return your badge to us, before you leave the event. We'll sanitise it (anti bacterial & disinfectant cleaners) and use it again & again & again. Thanks for helping us do the right thing and keep our costs down๐
**SAFE SPACE FOR EVERYONE** ๐ฎโโ๏ธ
We don't tolerate prejudice or harassment of any kind, at any time. Be polite and respectful to everyone else and they will reciprocate. Let's keep the space safe, welcoming for everyone and free of any political agendas. Please report any concerns to the Organiser immediately.
Please look after your belongings, the venue is a public place.
We may take photos or video at the event for future promotional use. Let us if know you'd rather not be included, we respect your choice ๐ธ
**SPREAD THE WORD** ๐ฃ๏ธ๐ฌ
If you enjoy our events, please tell your friends and colleagues and help us grow **your** community, thank you โฅ๏ธ
Join our community - [www.languages.london](https://www.languages.london/)
We're looking forward to welcoming you at Languages in London ๐๐๐
๐ฒ๐ฐ๐ณ๐ต๐ง๐ฉ๐ต๐ญ๐ฆ๐ช๐ฆ๐ฑ๐ง๐ช๐ฎ๐ช๐ฒ๐น๐ฐ๐ฟ๐ฑ๐ฆ๐ฏ๐ด๐ฑ๐น๐ฑ๐ป๐ช๐ช๐ฐ๐ญ๐จ๐ฑ๐ฒ๐ณ๐จ๐บ
๐ Basketball Game๐Elephant & Castle ๐ถ Advanced
**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/44124
**Game Description:**
๐ 94 FEET โ The Run
๐ฅ Multinational. Competitive. Focused on Growth.
Welcome to 94 Feet โ where hoopers from all backgrounds come together to compete, connect, and elevate.
**Rules**
5v5v5 full court rotation
Games to 13 (3s and 2s) or highest after 10min
Winner stays on
Un coeur simpleโGustave Flaubert
Salut ร tous !
On fรชtera le nouvel an avec ce classique de la littรฉrature franรงaise, 115 pages.
Lโhistoure d'*Un coeur simple* est tout bonnement le rรฉcit d'une vie obscure, celle d'une pauvre fille de campagne, dรฉvote mais pas mystique, dรฉvouรฉe sans exaltation et tendre comme du pain frais. Elle aime successivement un homme, les enfants de sa maรฎtresse, un neveu, un vieillard qu'elle soigne, puis son perroquetโฆ
Bonne lecture !
Intรฉressรฉ ร la lecture en espagnol, en anglais ou ร la littรฉrature perse ? :
[-](http://-www.meetup.com/gaia-libros)[www.meetup.com/gaia-books](www.meetup.com/gaia-books)
[-www.meetup.com/gaia-livres](http://-www.meetup.com/gaia-livres)
-[www.meetup.com/persian-culture](www.meetup.com/persian-culture)
-Instagram: @persian_culture_
๐ OT Basketball Game๐Hoxton ๐ถ Mixed
**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/43944
**Game Description:**
Entrance from Redvers Street.
๐๐ฅ SATURDAY MORNING PICK-UP BALL! ๐ฅ๐
๐ฅ 1 hour. Non-stop hoops. Max fun. At this newly refurbished basketball court. ๐ฅ
Kickstart your weekend with a shot of adrenaline, buckets, and banter! ๐๐ช
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All abilities & all genders welcome โ everyone gets game time ๐
โ
We switch it up: ๐โโ๏ธ Full-court 5v5 or ๐ FIBA 3x3 โ depends on turnout!
โ
60 mins might sound shortโฆ but trust us, your legs will feel it ๐ฆต๐ฆฟ๐๐๐โ๏ธ๐๐
๐ฅ Check out last sessions๐
https://youtu.be/LAxvt06QuHA?si=Ilr-Apx0nN3UlB-X
https://youtu.be/doCxu5pAlA4?si=IQpnpbZEmZNl3nVj
https://youtu.be/movPfsKmot8?si=pNedkYn5HVU-6I04
https://youtu.be/tRSEfzBPIEw?si=Ul5t9kMJXUBCf-3y
๐บ Games are filmed & streamed โ see your highlights later ๐๐ฅ
๐ New City Fitness - Hoxton
๐ช Entrance via Redvers Street!
๐ถโโ๏ธ 3 min walk from Hoxton Overground
๐ฟ Showers & changing rooms available
Entrance via Redvers Street. Walk through the metal gate, walk about 5 meters and turn right into the reception. Go downstairs via the staircase on your right, and find the entrance to the court. It is the court on your left.
๐ฌ Want in on future runs(4 plus sessions a week), streams, and bball chat? Join my WhatsApp group๐ https://chat.whatsapp.com/EtHAq8ycmea9EwtvgTsQPo
No excuses. Just show up, hoop hard, and start your weekend with buckets ๐๐ฏ๐ฅ
**Rules**
As a general rule (but we are flexible):
1-7 players -> FIBA 3x3
8-9 players -> 4v4
10-11 players -> 5v5
12-15 players -> FIBA 3x3 (both courts going with at most one sub)
16 players-> 4v4 (both courts going at the same time)
Just Start Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
๐งโโ๏ธ Yoga Foundations ๐Finsbury Park ๐ถ Beginner Ability
**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/31286
**Game Description:**
Yoga foundations is a class for those new to yoga or building their confidence in the practice. Open to individuals of all ages and fitness levels. This class builds strength and mobility while improving body awareness.
As we are a small business, class may be cancelled on the day if numbers are low, please keep an eye on your emails/app. Thank you for understanding.
Rules
If this is your first class please fill out the disclaimer form here: https://forms.gle/sLFPfX3BHrEsNHkE7
Try to arrive at least five minutes early to set up your mat.
Turn your phone on silent and leave it away from your mat if you can.
Let the teacher know about any injuries or pregnancy.
Shoes and socks off for the class.
Wear anything that you can freely move and sweat in.
There are mats available but bring your own if you can. If you do borrow one, please wipe it down with the wipes after class.
Leave the space as you found it - put away any blocks, straps or mats you might have used.
๐ฌ๐ง๐ช๐ธ๐ซ๐ท๐ฏ๐ต๐ฎ๐น COVENT GARDEN! Language Exchange & Social ๐ฉ๐ช๐จ๐ณ๐ง๐ท๐ฐ๐ท
IMPORTANT EVENT INFORMATION - PLEASE READ!
๐ฌ๐ง๐ช๐ธ๐ซ๐ท๐ฏ๐ต๐ฎ๐น๐ฉ๐ช๐ฎ๐ณ๐จ๐ณ๐ง๐ท๐ฐ๐ท๐ช๐ฌ๐ญ๐ฐ๐บ๐ธ๐จ๐ด๐บ๐ฆ๐น๐ท๐ท๐บ๐ฆ๐บ
**Join us for our Sunday International Language Exchange and Social!**
The event starts at 4pm and will be hosted at Craft Beer Co. in **COVENT GARDEN** ๐๐ป๐ฅ
โญโญโญโญโญ Welcome to the Highest Rated International Language Exchange group in London,๐ with 1300+ reviews rated 5โญโญโญโญโญ
www.languages.london
WHEN & WHERE
**This event takes place at Craft Beer Co Covent Garden on Sunday afternoon.** You are spoilt for choice with public transport options including lots of tube, train and buses close to the venue.
**The address is 168 High Holborn, London WC1V 7AA**
https://maps.google.com/?cid=12246258418147807722&entry=gps
**HOW WE DO IT**
It's simple ....
1\. When you arrive have your Meetup confirmation visible on your phone\. **Collect your personalised language badge BEFORE ordering your drinks.** We'll be waiting to give you a warm welcome ๐
2\. Pay the ยฃ2 event fee\. You can do this by cash or contactless card / phone\.
3\. Wear your badge during the event and always return it before you leave โป๏ธ
......Start meeting the community and having fun...lots of fun!
Please ensure you buy something from the bar to support the venue, who kindly offer us a dedicated space.
๐ต๐ฑ๐น๐ผ๐ฒ๐ฝ๐ป๐ณ๐ง๐ฌ๐ต๐ธ๐ธ๐ช๐ฎ๐ฑ๐จ๐ฆ๐ณ๐ฑ๐ฟ๐ฆ๐ญ๐บ๐น๐ญ๐ต๐ช๐ง๐ด๐ณ๐ฌ๐ณ๐ฟ๐จ๐ญ
**WHO**
Languages in London events are organised for our community - being social, making new friends, building cultural bridges and always very relaxed. We have the largest number of languages and countries represented in our weekly language exchange and social events in London.
This is **not** a dating event.
Our events are open to Internationals, Locals, Expats, Students, Travellers..... Everyone!
This is the event for a truly global community and for citizens from around the World.
Is this the Intercambio you've been looking for? Want to practice your ingles, espanol , francais, italiano, Deutsch, portugues or other European languages? Asian languages ? Or maybe prefer to only speak English.... that's just fine.
**All languages and all fluency levels are welcome** Spread the love...Bring your friends ๐
The creator and organiser of **Languages in London - Girish**, will always be visible at the event and there to support you and help with introductions, if you prefer.
We want to remain the BEST language events group in London, being the biggest isn't our focus.
These are real events with real people. We don't fill our events with inflated numbers and fictitious attendees ๐ป
**Community members that no-show at our events and inactive members are regularly removed from our group.**
**LANGUAGES**
Here's a selection of some of the languages that our community speak or have been practicing ... English, Spanish (incl Latin American), French, Italian, Portuguese (incl Brazilian), German, Japanese, Chinese (Mandarin & Cantonese), Russian, Korean, Hindi, Turkish, Arabic, Ukrainian, Polish, Hebrew, Swedish, Bulgarian, Vietnamese, Hungarian, Bengali, Dutch, Catalan, Farsi, Greek, Urdu, Welsh, Romanian, Norwegian, Czech, Slovakian, Estonian, Danish, Finnish, Turkmen, Latvian, Lithuanian, Nepali, Yoruba, Filipino, Thai, Albanian, Croatian, Serbian, Ebo, Afrikaans, Tamazight, Tagalog, Creole, Malagasy, Mongolian, Tok Pisin and more... you get the idea!
๐ท๐ด๐ฌ๐น๐จ๐ฟ๐ณ๐ด๐ฉ๐ฐ๐ซ๐ฎ๐จ๐พ๐บ๐พ๐ช๐ฌ๐ง๐ฌ๐ฆ๐ท๐ฐ๐ช๐ฑ๐ฐ๐ฒ๐ฆ๐น๐ณ๐ฉ๐ฟ๐ธ๐ฌ๐ฒ๐พ
**SUSTAINABLE** ๐๐ณ
Like you, we really care about our planet.
We don't like single use paper name tags, stickers or wristbands as they can't be reused or recycled and can even damage your clothing โน๏ธ
The Solution? ...Our personalised and completely reusable Languages in London badges! ๐๐
So, please make sure you return your badge to us, before you leave the event. We'll sanitise it (anti bacterial & disinfectant cleaners) and use it again & again & again. Thanks for helping us do the right thing and keep our costs down๐
**SAFE SPACE FOR EVERYONE** ๐ฎโโ๏ธ
We don't tolerate prejudice or harassment of any kind, at any time. Be polite and respectful to everyone else and they will reciprocate. Let's keep the space safe, welcoming for everyone and free of any political agendas. Please report any concerns to the Organiser immediately.
Please look after your belongings, the venue is a public place.
We may take photos or video at the event for future promotional use. Let us if know you'd rather not be included, we respect your choice ๐ธ
**SPREAD THE WORD** ๐ฃ๏ธ๐ฌ
If you enjoy our events, please tell your friends and colleagues and help us grow **your** community, thank you โฅ๏ธ
Join our community - https://www.languages.london/
We're looking forward to welcoming you at Languages in London ๐๐๐
๐ฒ๐ฐ๐ณ๐ต๐ง๐ฉ๐ต๐ญ๐ฆ๐ช๐ฆ๐ฑ๐ง๐ช๐ฎ๐ช๐ฐ๐ฟ๐ฑ๐ฆ๐ฏ๐ด๐ฑ๐น๐ฑ๐ป๐ช๐ช๐ฐ๐ญ๐จ๐ฑ๐ฒ๐ณ๐จ๐บ
๐OT ๐@Newly refurbished Court New๐New City Fitness ๐ถ Mixed Ability
**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/43949
**Game Description:**
We are back after a long summer of refurbishment at the New City College for some more Basketball๐๐๐๐ฅณ
Come and play in a 2 hour full court mixed level basketball scrimmage ๐
All abilities all gender are welcomed.
Please check out a video from my previous session to have a rough idea of level of play below.
https://youtu.be/DfLOW5N8DM8?si=HC50JEJjxPcJPCEM
Video of the session will be posted on YouTube
Join my WhatsApp group for future updates and join the community below.
https://chat.whatsapp.com/EtHAq8ycmea9EwtvgTsQPo
**Directions:**
๐New City Fitness - Hoxton. Enter via Redvers Street
๐ถโโ๏ธ3 min walk from Hoxton overground station
๐ฟ Showers and changing rooms available
**Rules**
\- Maximum 3 teams of 6 \(1 sub per team\)
\- 4 minute clock\. Winning team earn 2 pts\, losing team got zero\. Tied game will see each team awarded 1 point\.
\- Max 2 games in a row
\- Call your own fouls\, be honest and respect the call\. Shoot for it if there is a disagreement\.
\- The team with the most points will play in the finals\.
\- 2nd seed will face 3rd seed team in a knock out style โPlay inโ game\. 2nd seed will have an advantage against 3rd seed so every win matters in the group stage\.
\- two 4 mins final games\, 1st seed to start the ball with the game\.
\- if after two games there is a 1:1 tie\, we play the last game\- the final game\. I will explain the rule should we reach this ultimate stage ๐
SAFO Music's songwriting workshop
**SOLD OUT - The next workshop is on Sunday 8th March**
**[https://tinyurl.com/yfhstksx](https://tinyurl.com/yfhstksx)**
**Sunday 25th January**
**11:00am โ 6:00pm**
**Safo Studios, 23โ27 Crouch Hill, London N4 4AP**
**ยฃ40.00**
**Led by Laurence Hobbs โ gold & platinum-selling songwriter, producer, and owner of Safo Music.**
***
After our sold out workshop last month we'd love you to join us for a full-day **Songwriting workshop** at Safo Studios โ a celebration of creativity, collaboration, and the joy of writing songs. Whether youโre just starting out or already experienced, this is your chance to connect with others and explore the craft of songwriting in a supportive, inspiring environment.
### What to Expect:
Small group co-writing sessions in professional studios
A relaxed space to share ideas and build confidence
Meet like-minded musicians and discover new collaborators
Personal mentoring and guidance from Laurence Hobbs throughout the day
Working in teams, youโll co-create original songs from scratch โ blending lyrics, melodies, and experiences into something fresh and exciting. Itโs all about enjoying the process, learning from each other, and celebrating the art of songwriting.
Bring your instrument, your notebook, or just yourself โ and spend the day writing with us.
[ ](https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/WJTRS3LACZ6CS)**[Tickets: ยฃ40.00](https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/WJTRS3LACZ6CS)**
Spaces are limited to keep sessions intimate โ book now to secure your place.
See you on the 25th January
๐ Basketball Skill Session๐Enfield ๐ถ Mixed Ability
**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/39069
**Game Description:**
THIS IS A 18+ BOOKING!! PLEASE CHECK @BESTSBASKETBALL FOR U18.
Welcome to Bestโs Basketball Skill session Sunday!
Welcome to the Home of Elite Fundamentals !!
Come and join our weekly Bestโs Basketball Scrimmages on Wednesday or Friday from 7pm-9:30pm
and
Best's Basketball Skill Session on Sundays from 9am - 12pm.
(Calendar on Instagram page for Session Dates)
From beginners to elites, we help improve the skills, details, and consistency of each player, not just in the game but in life. Basketball is a game of life. Teaching all stages, our session includes a mix of ages and mentors to help you elevate your game quickly with a solid foundation of confidence and pro basketball knowledge.
We also reward life achievements, emphasising how better academic achievements create better basketball players and how we are more than the game. We are a community, and we can and do achieve both on and off the court.
Also, where else are you getting a 3 hour basketball Skills session in London?
Come with RESPECT and be ready to CULTIVATE, COMPETE, and ELEVATE. This is a teaching environment and a space where everyone is free to express themselves through the game of basketball. Mental wellbeing is important and we are willing to assist where we can. Our morals are LOVE, FAITH, RESPECT and BALANCE.
Let's play with intensity and uphold those morals!!
Looking forward to meeting you.
**Rules**
Come with respect and be ready to learn and elevate. This is a teaching environment and a space where everyone is free to express themselves through the game of basketball. Mental wellbeing is important and we are willing to assist. Our morals are love, faith, respect and balance.
๐ Basketball Sessions๐ Church Street Community ๐ถ Mid Intermediate
**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/43491
**Game Description:**
Since 2016, our Saturday Basketball Sessions are designed for players who want to improve and work out in a supportive, professional environment.
2-Hour Sessions run by an NBA London Programme Coach
Central London (Edgware Road, Baker St, Marylebone, Bond St)
**Rules**
Arrive a few minutes early (by 2:50pm) to meet the coach and share your goals.
We finish each session with a social gathering โ a chance to connect off the court too.
Just Start Events Near You
Connect with your local Just Start community
Shut Up & Write!ยฎ Easton Town Center
We'll meet at The Capital One Cafรฉ, 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!
โข What we'll do
Join us for an hour of writing! Weโve discovered that itโs strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if itโs 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!
โข 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 Cafรฉ on Sunday!
2 Day Real Estate Investing Intensive
**Day 1 โ Foundation & Deal Control**
This two-day, end-of-month Real Estate Investing (REI) Intensive is designed for investors who want real traction, not theory. Day One is about controlling the deal flow. We break down how to find opportunities in todayโs market, underwrite them correctly, and avoid the emotional and financial traps that wipe out most new and mid-level investors. Youโll learn how operators are sourcing deals right now, how to analyze markets and properties with discipline, and how to structure acquisitions so the numbers work before you ever swing a hammer. This is about building a repeatable systemโnot chasing the next shiny strategy.
**Day 2 โ Capital, Execution & Scale**
Day Two shifts from deals to execution and scale. We go deep on renovation management, capital stack planning, and exit strategiesโfix and flip, buy-and-hold, and hybrid playsโso you understand how to protect downside risk and maximize upside. Youโll see real case studies, real numbers, and real mistakes made by experienced operators, not influencers. The intensive closes by connecting the dots between education and action, showing you how to plug into ongoing coaching, deal opportunities, and higher-level collaboration for investors who are serious about building long-term wealth, not just doing a one-off deal.
REGISTER HERE: [SIGN UP TODAY](https://link.elitereimm.com/widget/form/CqtTT4UVTJj3JvHKns3x?am_id=debbie4982)
Shut Up & Write!โข Easton Town Center
We'll meet at The Capital One Cafรฉ, 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!
โข What we'll do
Join us for an hour of writing! Weโve discovered that itโs strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if itโs 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. (Iโll 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!
โข 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 Cafรฉ on Saturday!
Powell Gold Star Referral Club Meetup
We meet at lunch each week and each meeting follows a fairly organized agenda. First all participants pass their business cards around. Then each member and guest is invited to give a one-minute overview of their company and what is a perfect referral for the week. We always have a 10 minute presentation from one of the members about their business in more detail. And finally we pass referrals. You're welcome to visit. Nobody is ever put on the spot. Bring plenty of cards!
Shut Up & Write!ยฎ East Side Columbus
Join us for an hour of writing! Weโve discovered that itโs strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if itโs true for you at 7:00pm on Wednesday, February 11 at Streetlight Guild.
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:**
6:45ish - Quick introductions
7:00 - Timer starts: write for 1 hour
8:00 - The End
**OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING** happens before and after the writing hour. 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! If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer.
Happy writing & I look forward to seeing you at Streetlight Guild!
**WHAT SHOULD I BRING?**
Whatever you need to be able to write! You're welcome to bring earplugs/headphones if noise will bother you!
**OTHER IMPORTANT DETAILS:**
* **RSVP:** Please RSVP by 6:00pm the evening of the meeting. This helps me know how many to expect, and if we'll need additional space!
* **COVID:** While masks are not required, please be mindful of the other writers around you and their comfort levels.
* **WIFI/OUTLETS:** Outlets are limited, so please ensure your devices are charged when you come! But Streetlight Guild does have free WiFi! Yay!
* **PARKING:** There is free public parking at Streetlight Guild.
Join us to celebrate Monster Baby Donuts new brick and mortar vegan restaurant
๐ Youโre Invited! ๐ฉ
Join Columbus Vegan Meetup for a fun community gathering at Monster Baby Donuts, a vegan, peanut & gluten-free, local family-owned business that just opened their new storefront! They started as a beloved food truck, and now they have a permanent location.
๐ 700 Bryden Rd, Columbus, OH 43205
๐ Saturday, January 31
โฐ 11:00 AM โ 1:00 PM
Come enjoy amazing donuts, meet other vegans, and help grow our community with people who share your values. Itโs a great opportunity to connect, support a local vegan business, and have a good time.
๐ฅช๐ฅ The shop also has ready-to-go sandwiches and salads.
๐ Ample parking in the back.
Everyone is welcome โ see you there! ๐ฑ๐
Shut Up & Write! Kingsdale Shopping Center
Greetings writers! Come down and join your fellow wordsmiths for one hour of uninterrupted writing time in the upper level of the Market District Supermarket in Upper Arlington.
The main entrance of the shopping center opens onto stairs/elevator leading up to the 2nd floor cafe section where we will have a table displaying a sign with the Shut Up & Write logo.
Writing is largely a solitary craft. Practicing with others in a community setting may be the thing you need to fire your own routine.
Weโll meet on Wednesday evenings, starting the clock at 6:30, following a brief period of introductions. This is solid writing time and all inclusive. Any project is acceptable, be it fiction, non -fiction, work or homework assignment. All is welcome and will remain private to you.
The market boasts a Starbucks, a full service bar and various affordable food options. Parking is plentiful, free Wifi is provided as well as outlets for charging your devices, though they are somewhat limited, so plan accordingly.
Show up as early as you like, or stay late. This group tends to socialize some, both before and after the alloted time, but this is not mandatory to you. Feel free to come and go as you please and late arrivals are welcome.
The cafe may be noisy on occasion so headphones/ earbuds are reccommended as you see fit.
Please try to RSVP if possible so that we may grab enough seats for allโthe venue can be busy at times.
Feel free to message me privately wth any questions and/ or concerns you may have.
Happy writing!
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