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Join us for a weekly session of friendly and focussed writing time. Every Friday from 6pm. You'll find us inside Waterloo station: The Victory is on Balcony level, above main concourse. (Go to far north east end). There will be a sign at our table. ...... - We shut up for 1 hour of scheduled writing time - 6.30 to 7.30. Then time to chat or carry on at your preference. This is for writing of any description or experience level. Somewhere to get on with your own work, and connect with new people. Most importantly to not feel isolated in your pursuits, however big or small. If you're looking to further your writing interests; for a comfortable social space; ...or just need somewhere to sit and focus before you go home on a Friday - you're welcome to stop by. Please RSVP to give us an idea of who is coming / how many. ........ **6:00pm - 6:30pm** - Find our table and grab a seat. Plus any food or drink. - We'll take 5-10 minutes to say who we all are, and welcome anyone new. - (No need to say what you're working on, but feel welcome to). **6.30pm - 7.30pm** - No talking. One hour. - You can leave the table at any point. - Anyone arriving late feel free to find a seat, we'll give you a silent wave. You won't get glared at! **7.30pm** Once 'Shut Up' time is over: - You are welcome to head off straight away, no pressure to stick around. - You are welcome to stay to chat with other members, as late as you wish. - Or you are welcome to just keep writing - if you're in the zone, no need to stop just because others have. The time is for you, to get the most benefit. . **FACILITIES / ACCESS** The venue has step free access, via elevator and escalator, from main station concourse. Toilets are at far rear. Including private accessible toilet. **FOOD** The pub is also a restaurant. Food served all evening / including vegan options. You're welcome to eat whilst writing. **WI-FI** There is working Wi-Fi, if you need it - just sign in with your email. **DOG-FRIENDLY** Dogs are also welcome. . If you have additional queries about access, or other requirements, just message us via Meetup or contact The Victory directly. . **A note about the format** We don’t host readings and feedback. (But we can signpost to events that do). Whether you're writing for a professional goal, academic project, private thoughts and wellbeing, or purely casual enjoyment, (or still deciding!) - don't worry we won't be asking each other to share details. You can just arrive, make yourself comfortable with anything you need, and get on with whatever you decide. No-one will be reading your work or judging if you've met targets. We don't set group goals and deadlines: we're just here to help each other with our own - where needed. Or to switch off and talk about something else completely, if you need that instead! This is a social event and aimed at bringing new people together, not just a co-working space. **Respect** Please also note our Code of Conduct: [www.shutupwrite.com/code-of-conduct](https://www.shutupwrite.com/code-of-conduct) ...and be aware this is an informal event open to adults of all ages and backgrounds. We expect everyone who attends will treat each other with appropriate respect and awareness, and feel able to interact comfortably. Any concerns don't hesitate to raise them with us. For a full view of events, visit [https://shutupwrite.com](https://www.shutupwrite.com).

A most delightful and beautiful walk of around 6.5/7 miles following the Regents Canal into Victoria Park and then the Hertford Canal to the various waterways of the Olympic Park in Stratford. The walk will start at 10am. Please bring water, snacks etc plus waterproof jacket and walking shoes or trainers. The walk shall finish in Stratford by the Olympic Park where there is a myriad of places to have lunch. Meetup fee £5 payable in cash or by bank transfer in advance. Please only post photos of others with their consent. My no 07714250849.

Every week is a badminton academy for improver/intermediate/advanced standard. I also run nine teams that play in leagues out of the academy. Unfortunately this class does not cater for beginners! Wanting people who wish to enjoy and improve with games and advice with a coach who has played county and national level badminton, and has also played for England. Just come along, bring a racket, very friendly atmosphere! Class from 7.30 - 9.30pm weekly, £14.00 per session or £35.00 for three sessions t be paid up front and must be used within six months, payable by cash only. I have coached players from beginner to international standard. Please message me with any questions. Thanks

Individualism is a philosophy that prioritizes the worth, goals, and autonomy of the individual over the interests of society, the state, or collective groups. How does individualism balance personal freedom with social connections and responsibility? Can extreme individualism lead to social fragmentation or weakened community bonds, and if so, how can this be addressed? Does self-reliance prevent people from seeking help when lonely? \*Please do your own research and share resources related to this topic in the comment section\* #======# Donation! Thank you for being a member. I have made a donation page for those who want to help with the costs. [https://examinedlife.uk/donation/](https://examinedlife.uk/donation/) #======# Group chat We have a telegram group chat and here is a link for the front door: [https://t.me/+o9T9DL5u6AcwMmRk](https://t.me/+o9T9DL5u6AcwMmRk) #======# The Examined Life, "Let's Discuss..." session is an open discussion. The format of this event will be: 13:15 - Free flow group discussion about the topic. 14:00 ish - We will be splitting into smaller groups for more engaging discussion about what interests each of you. 16:00 - End of the official meetup. Most often attendees stay and continue discussing up to around 18:00. #======# Please RSVP if you can commit to attending and change your RSVP if something comes up. Inaccurate RSVPs can keep potential attendees on the waiting list and makes it difficult to plan for room sizes and bookings. Art work: A Winter Scene with Skaters near a Castle 1608 by Hendrick Avercamp

**PLEASE BOOK IN ADVANCE TO GUARANTEE YOUR SPACE AT THIS IN-PERSON EVENT:** **Booking is available at the following web-page: [https://thelifecentre.com/workshops/law-of-attraction-and-meditation-to-create-your-ideal-life](https://thelifecentre.com/workshops/law-of-attraction-and-meditation-to-create-your-ideal-life)** This special Sunday evening event provides an opportunity to relax, reflect and focus in the presence of like-minded people. The event will share powerful written exercises and meditation to assist you in increasing your well-being, connecting with your true self and creating the life you choose. Tracy’s pioneering presentation delivering the Law of Attraction Centre technology is optimistic and soothing, whilst bringing empowering results on all subjects. Benefits of Attending: * Discover how to deliberately attract more of what you want: abundance, improved relationships, creativity, health & well-being or any other desire * Take time out from your usual routine to devote time to yourself * Find greater meaning and inspiration in your life * Learn powerful tools for emotional liberation * Meet and connect with like-minded people in an uplifting and friendly space This event is suitable for you whether you are new to the Law of Attraction principles or you have been applying them for longer. \~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~ Testimonials: “*I love the tenor of what Tracy does. Sincere. Heart-felt. Authentic. Enthusiastic about the journey. Enlivened by the potential. Awakened to the discovery and the simplicity. Committed to unconditionally being a part of the joy. Recognising that the potential for joy is always there.”* “*Very informative and amazing positive energy.”* “*Highly recommend, it is clear that Tracy practices what she teaches.”* “*The group meditation is powerful. So too is the process that Tracy has developed that combines clearly and simply explaining the Law of Attraction with exercises that focus upon the positive and wanted in our lives. Going to these seminars and developing a meditative practice has been one of the best gifts I could have given myself.”* “*I have really enjoyed meeting like-minded people at the group who are focused in a positive way and I have found it very inspiring hearing their experiences with the Law of Attraction.”* “*Feel-good and bursting with a sense of real possibilities.”* For a large collection of success stories of Law Attraction Centre members living the Law of Attraction, please see: https://www.lawofattractioncentre.com/law-of-attraction-success-stories/ \~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~ The event will commence at 6pm and finish at 7.30pm. Please bring a pen and something to lean on for writing. Price: £22 **\*\*\*The event is taking place at the Life Centre Notting Hill, to reserve your place, please visit: [https://thelifecentre.com/workshops/law-of-attraction-and-meditation-to-create-your-ideal-life](https://thelifecentre.com/workshops/law-of-attraction-and-meditation-to-create-your-ideal-life)** The event is taking place in London at the Life Centre Notting Hill which is a relaxing sanctuary for well-being. It is a 4 minute walk from Notting Hill Gate underground station. Notting Hill Gate is served by the Central, District and Circle Lines. Notting Hill Gate underground station is 2 minutes from High Street Kensington on the Circle Line and 7 minutes from Oxford Circus on the Central Line. \~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~ Facilitated by Tracy Friend: Tracy Friend is a leading spiritual teacher and one to one coach whose pioneering approach has touched thousands of people’s lives internationally. Her teachings benefit from extensive knowledge and experience of different spiritual paths including insight meditation, non-duality teachings and the Law of Attraction. She is co-founder of the Law of Attraction Centre and founder of Liberating the Heart. Tracy hosts regular groups, workshops, seminars and retreats. She specialises in helping people to create the life they want in addition to awakening to their true nature. Tracy holds a first class honours degree in Psychology from the University of Bristol and she has extensive knowledge of meditation with her having participated in over 35 residential silent meditation retreats in the UK and Asia. She is a qualified meditation teacher, reflexologist, yoga teacher, therapeutic yoga consultant, Chinese medicine herbalist and qigong teacher. Visit her websites: https://www.lawofattractioncentre.com/ and https://www.liberatingtheheart.com/ *Please note that it is necessary to be aged 18 years or older to attend events.*

**Fees & Charges effective 11 October 2025**: * Doubles Session Fee (2 hours): £11.00 * Late Cancellation Fee (4–24 hours’ notice before session start): 50% of full fee * No-Show Fee (less than 4 hours’ notice or failure to attend): 100% of full fee * ***Late cancellations or no-shows will also incur a fee, regardless of waitlist status*** **Payment**: * Full payment by online transfer is required no later than 24 hours prior to session or at time of booking. Unpaid booking will result in your spot(s) being released **with late cancellation fees charged** * No cash payment **New Bank Details** for **Saturday sessions** and **Sunday afternoon session (1400-1700)**: * Account Name: Jenny Cheong * Account Number: 38366355 * Sort Code: 04-00-04 * or use Monzo Link https://monzo.me/jennycheong?h=X9WpXF Please ensure that you use your **Meetup name** and the **session date** as **reference**. This is so we can match the payment to you...thanks. **About the session** Come and join LEBC for some badminton games at Chobham Academy. We play with feather shuttlecocks. This session welcomes all skill levels but is best suited for beginners, improvers, and intermediate players. The venue is approx. 10 mins walk from Leyton Station (turn left as you exit station and then make a right at Drapers Field towards Temple Mill Lane). If you're coming from Stratford Station, walk through Westfield towards Waitrose. Take the exit on the right called Celebration Avenue. Follow the road for several minutes and you will come to the entrance of the school on Temple Mill Lane which is on the right hand side. Still can't find it, call me on 07863 165824 If you are driving, there is NCP car park opposite the school. There are also places in Leyton area that you can park for free. Please check road signages for timings. Simple "If" Rules: * If you want to attend, you must RSVP * If you want to bring a friend you MUST RSVP for them * If you do not RSVP, you will be turned away Please respect the session limit, they are for your own good as over crowdedness means less games for you! **Important Note:** Event is for 18 years and above only to comply with Chobham Academy's safeguarding policy. You are responsible for your own safety and belongings. London East Badminton Club and Chobham Academy management are not liable for any injuries, lost items, or other incidents.

**\*\*PLEASE BOOK IN ADVANCE TO GUARANTEE YOUR SPACE AT THIS IN-PERSON EVENT:** **Booking is available [on the Life Centre website](https://thelifecentre.com/workshops/energise-your-2024-intentions-new-year-tea-ceremony-qigong-meditation-1)** At this special ‘Energise Your 2026 Intentions’ New Year event you will learn powerful yet gentle qigong practices to assist with refreshing your mind and body and finding your centre to create your year from a place of stillness and balance. ‘Peace, happiness and joy is possible during the time I drink my tea.’ Thich Nhat Hanh Tea has long been associated with meditation and there will be the chance to reflect and set your 2026 intentions at the calming, meditative tea ceremony with ceremonial grade matcha green tea. Chamomile tea will also be available. Benefits of Attending this Event: \- Embrace the New Year from a place of inner alignment \- Have an opportunity to reflect on your 2026 intentions at the tea ceremony \- Experience qigong movements that bring greater peace of mind and well\-being \- Learn ways to live in harmony with nature \- Discover practices to balance and enhance your energy that can be done on a daily basis \- Learn about subtle energy and how it relates to awakening more deeply to your true nature \- Enjoy meditative time with like\-minded people Please note that the movements are gentle and it isn’t necessary to be physically flexible to attend. This event is suitable for you whether you are new to qigong and meditation or you have more experience with them. \~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~ Testimonials: *“I love the tenor of what Tracy does. Sincere. Heart-felt. Authentic.”* *“Highly recommend, it is clear that Tracy practices what she teaches.”* *“The workshops help to keep me inspired and I feel like they give me ‘an energetic tune-up’.”* \~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~ The event will commence at 4pm and finish at 5.30pm. Price: £30 **\*\*\*The event is taking place at the Life Centre Notting Hill, to reserve your place on the Life Centre website, [please click here](https://thelifecentre.com/workshops/energise-your-2024-intentions-new-year-tea-ceremony-qigong-meditation-1)** The event is taking place in London at the Life Centre Notting Hill which is a relaxing sanctuary for well-being. It is a 4 minute walk from Notting Hill Gate underground station. Notting Hill Gate is served by the Central, District and Circle Lines. Notting Hill Gate underground station is 2 minutes from High Street Kensington on the Circle Line and 7 minutes from Oxford Circus on the Central Line. \~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~\~ Facilitated by Tracy Friend: Tracy Friend is a leading spiritual teacher and one to one coach whose pioneering approach has touched thousands of people’s lives internationally. Her teachings benefit from extensive knowledge and experience of different spiritual paths including insight meditation, non-duality teachings and the Law of Attraction. She is co-founder of the Law of Attraction Centre and founder of Liberating the Heart. Tracy hosts regular groups, workshops, seminars and retreats. She specialises in helping people to create the life they want in addition to awakening to their true nature. Tracy holds a first class honours degree in Psychology from the University of Bristol and she has extensive knowledge of meditation with her having participated in over 35 residential silent meditation retreats in the UK and Asia. She is also a qualified Chinese medicine herbalist, reflexologist, qigong teacher, yoga teacher and therapeutic yoga consultant. Visit her websites: [https://www.liberatingtheheart.com/](https://www.liberatingtheheart.com/) and [https://www.lawofattractioncentre.com/](https://www.lawofattractioncentre.com/) *Please note that it is necessary to be aged 18 years or older to attend events.*

A weekly in-person night for drinks and conversation. This is a relaxed evening for chatting, meeting new women, and building real connections. Women come from their 20s to their 60s – some brand new, some regulars. It is usually half new members and half returning, so you will never feel like the only newcomer. Most arrive solo, and we make sure you will not feel it. If you are nervous, the WhatsApp group is the best place to start. Many women join there first, so by the time they come along they already recognise a few names. It is also used for daily chat between events, which makes it easier to feel part of things straight away. Table booking is under the name Jenny. **Register for the Event** You must sign up to attend: [thelcommunity.com/events/lesbian-offline-nights](www.thelcommunity.com/events/lesbian-offline-nights) **Join the Network** Private WhatsApp group: for full members only. Free to join when you [Become a Member](https://thelcommunity.com/register/) **Support the Case** We are building the UK’s first female-only lesbian venue. Southwark Council blocked our lawful application. We are now taking them to court in a landmark Equality Act test case. What happens here will decide whether councils across the UK can keep excluding women-only services, or whether they will finally be forced to obey the law. Pledge your support here:[ www.crowdjustice.com/case/first-female-only-lesbian-venue/](http://www.crowdjustice.com/case/first-female-only-lesbian-venue/) Keep an eye out for updates across our social channels. Everything will be posted here first: **Facebook**: [https://www.facebook.com/LCommunityHQ](https://www.facebook.com/LCommunityHQ) **TikTok**: [https://www.tiktok.com/@lcommunityhq](https://www.tiktok.com/@lcommunityhq) **Instagram**: [https://www.instagram.com/LCommunityHQ](https://www.instagram.com/LCommunityHQ) **X**: [https://x.com/LCommunityHQ](https://x.com/LCommunityHQ)

**Fees & Charges effective 11 October 2025:** * Singles Session Fee (2 hours): £15.00 * Late Cancellation Fee (4–24 hours’ notice before session start): 50% of full fee * No-Show Fee (less than 4 hours’ notice or failure to attend): 100% of full fee * ***Late cancellations or no-shows will also incur a fee, regardless of waitlist status*** **Payment**: * Full payment by online transfer is required no later than 24 hours prior to session or at time of booking. Unpaid booking will result in your spot(s) being released **with late cancellation fees charged** * No cash payment **New Bank Details** for **Saturday sessions** and **Sunday afternoon session (1400-1700)**: * Account Name: Jenny Cheong * Account Number: 38366355 * Sort Code: 04-00-04 * or use Monzo Link https://monzo.me/jennycheong?h=X9WpXF Please ensure that you use your **Meetup name** and the **session date** as **reference**. This is so we can match the payment to you...thanks **ABOUT THE SESSION** This singles games session is for badminton players of **high intermediate to advance level skills, Division 1, Division 2 (minimum) club or league experience.** This session is **not suitable** for beginners, improvers or low intermediate. In some exceptional cases, organiser's discretion will apply. Come and join us for some Badminton singles games at Chobham Academy from 2pm to 4pm. We play with feather shuttlecocks. The venue is approx. 10 mins walk from Leyton Station (turn left as you exit the station and then right at Drapers Field towards Temple Mill Lane). If you're coming from Stratford Station, walk through Westfield towards Waitrose. Take the exit on the right called Celebration Avenue. Follow the road for several minutes and you will come to the entrance of the school on Temple Mill Lane, which is on the right hand side. Still can't find it, call me on 07863 165824. If you are driving there is an NCP car parking opposite the school. There are also places in Leyton area that you can park for free. Please check road signages for timings. Simple "If" Rules: * If you want to attend, you must RSVP * If you want to bring a friend you MUST RSVP for them * If you do not RSVP, you will be turned away Please respect the session limit, they are for your own good as over crowdedness means less games for you! **Important Note:** Event is for **18 years and above only** to comply with Chobham Academy's safeguarding policy. You are responsible for your own safety and belongings. London East Badminton Club and Chobham Academy management are not liable for any injuries, lost items, or other incidents.

**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/43602 **Game Description:** \- Full\-court \- For intermediate & advanced players \- Hosted by LBC Rangers \(competitive amateur league team in ULBL\) \- Venue is Haberdashers’ Borough Academy **Rules** \- 3 teams of 6 rotating throughout the session 🌪️ \- 10\-minute games 🔌 \- No king of the court 🚫 \- Equal playing time for everyone 💸 \- Bring a reversible or light/dark top 🔄

The market has changed—and pretending it hasn’t is expensive. At our **January COREE meeting**, learn the real strategies local investors are using to stay profitable, reduce risk, and avoid the mistakes that are causing others to quit. PLUS: A critical update on the **new Ohio wholesale law** and how it affects you. ⚠️ RSVP on Meetup does **NOT** register you. 👉 You must register at **[www.COREERocks.com](http://www.COREERocks.com)**

Our January program is privileged to have Kristen Tregar as our speaker. Ms. Tregar is the co-author with John de Lancie (the actor who portrayed the character Q on Star Trek next generation) of a radio play depicting the events surrounding the Kitzmiller v. Dover Area School District trial. The trial decided the issue of some of the Dover school district board members attempting to insert creationism disguised as "intelligent design" into the 9th grade biology curriculum. She will discuss the trial and the process of writing the play. (Bob Leonhard has seen the play and it is riveting and tense). Ms. Tregar's bio is below: Kristen Tregar is a dramaturg, director, playwright, and theatre teacher. She earned her Ph.D. in Drama and Theatre from the UC San Diego and UC Irvine joint program. In addition, she has a MS in Forensic Science from City University of New York- John Jay College of Criminal Justice and a MA in Educational Theatre from New York University- Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development. In 2013, in collaboration with Irish colleagues, she founded *The Ireland Project*, an intercontinental devised theatre work with high school students in New York and Tallaght, Ireland. Her original short story "Far From Here" was recently published in *Stay Awhile Longer: More Scenes From Temecula Valley*. She has two rescued dogs (Kira and Harry) and she rides, competes, and foxhunts with her horses, Andromache and Baker Street Irregular. Food and drinks will be provided at the event. Feel free to show up a little bit early to hang out and talk. Going forward our meetings will be hybrid. You can meet us in-person or attend online Join Zoom Meeting [https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87836564953?pwd=4Mi57ElZkDIFlb1fnlNwOJ0NiOK4tP.1](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87836564953?pwd=4Mi57ElZkDIFlb1fnlNwOJ0NiOK4tP.1) Meeting ID: 878 3656 4953 Passcode: 760812 One tap mobile +19292056099,,87836564953#,,,,\*760812# US (New York) +13017158592,,87836564953#,,,,\*760812# US (Washington DC) The formal presentation will start at noon

Join the [Columbus Vegan Meetup](https://www.meetup.com/columbusveganmeetup/) on **Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 11:00 AM** at **1043 W 3rd Avenue in Grandview**! Come hang out and enjoy delicious pastries from this **all-vegan, family-owned** local favorite. Whether you’re a longtime vegan or just curious, it’s the perfect time to build your social circle and support a community business. See you there!

Join us for lunch at True Food Kitchen in Easton as we celebrate the New Year and our friendships!