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At Workout with Pride, we're all about promoting lasting health and vitality. That's why we're introducing "Pure Strength," a new class focused on enhancing strength and mobility while keeping the excitement of our other offerings. Age brings unique needs, and our bodies demand more focus on mobility and the improvement of tight areas. As we age, maintaining muscle mass becomes crucial. Strength training is essential for both muscle retention and the health of our bones. Our "Pure Strength" class is a deliberately slower-paced approach to our regular strength training sessions. We've carved out specific times for resting and refining movements. We're creating a space where you can concentrate on developing strength, mobility, and confidence, with our renowned flare for fun and inclusivity. This exclusive class is available for a limited number of participants, so don't miss out on your chance to join us in shaping a healthier future for yourself. Together, let's work towards a stronger, more resilient you.

**\*You will need to purchase a ticket in order to attend this event - click [here](https://tickets.barbican.org.uk/choose-seats/2886401) to book or see below\*** Join us for this special performance of Jóhann Jóhannsson's *Cinematic Suites*, bringing to life the evocative musical landscapes of four acclaimed films: *The Theory of Everything, Prisoners*, *Sicario* and *Arrival*. Tonight's audience will be treated to a unique multimedia experience, in a celebration of the late Icelandic composer's legacy and the transformative power of music in film. **Artists** * London Contemporary Orchestra * Anthony Weeden conductor * Adam Wiltzie drones and electronics **TICKETS & INFO** Further information & the booking page can be found at the link below. [https://www.barbican.org.uk/whats-on/2026/event/johann-johannsson-london-contemporary-orchestra](https://www.barbican.org.uk/whats-on/2026/event/johann-johannsson-london-contemporary-orchestra) At time of writing, prices range from £30-£45, with fairly good availability. I will be sitting in the Circle, Row C, Seat 71 if anyone wants to sit nearby. **SOCIAL** As it's a school night, we'll gauge whether there's enough interest for an after show drink. If so, we'll head to a nearby pub (or stay at The Barbican if the bar remains open!). I will be providing updates in the comments section of this page on the day itself. I would recommend you download the Meetup app to your smartphones, so you can access these quickly & easily.

Join Hannah, Rob and London Wildish Club for a steady winter ramble through one of London’s largest and most varied green spaces. We’ll **start at Hainault Station** and walk just over a mile to the edge of the forest before diving into the glorious green. Along the way we’ll visit Woodhenge, pop up onto Dog Kennel Hill (a small rise of around 80m), and stop by the Hainault Visitor Centre for toilets and a few nature facts. From there we’ll explore a mix of wide plains and woodier areas, before picking up Cavill’s Walk and looping back to the station together. This is a longer, steady-paced walk of around **7.8 miles / 12.5 km** — perfect for warming up for spring and the longer days ahead. Expect mud and puddles in places, crisp winter air, friendly people, and pauses for seasonal noticing along the way. We’re starting a little earlier than usual to make the most of the daylight. Any questions, just give us a shout. **What to bring** • Sturdy footwear (mud-friendly trainers or walking boots recommended) • Warm layers + waterproof jacket • Water + snacks/lunch • Your best seasonal nature facts • A dog friend, if you have one *** **Route info** • Loop route, starting and finishing at Hainault Station • Distance: 7.8 miles / 12.5 km • Terrain: mostly flat, woodland paths, open plains and one small hill • Likely muddy in places • Toilets available at the Hainault Visitor Centre • We’ll walk rain or shine — come prepared 🌦️ **More Info about Wildish Club** You can learn more and [join the club here](https://www.thewildishclub.co.uk/) (it’s free to join). The Wildish Club is place for outside people. Bringing awesome people together across the UK to do interesting stuff outdoors. It's a bit like Cubs, but for adults. When you join the club [via our website](https://www.wildishclub.co.uk/join-the-club) you will gain access to our WhatsApp community. This is where we share events and keep everyone up to date with what’s going on.

An exhibition exploring modern worship, power and devotion through painting, sculpture, installation and live pertormance. Uncultivated Gods is a new exhibition by Kevin Kane, bringing together painting, sculpture, installation and live performance to examine contemporary forms of worship. The exhibition considers the belief systems, desires and structures of power that shape modern life, often operating unnoticed or unquestioned. Rather than focusing on traditional religion, the works explore devotion as it appears today, embedded in celebrity, politics, money and social rituals, asking what has been allowed to flourish without notice, and what might - or should - instead deserve our attention. The exhibition presents a series of paintings, sculpture, installation and performance that approach worship not as a fixed belief, but as a psychological and social condition. Figures, objects and materials function as stand-ins for modern gods: power, visibility, identity, aspiration and control. Kane will present an altar at which to pay homage to the world of celebrity, power and where the natural world can be transgressed. At the back of the altar, as is traditional, will be a painting of a familiar deity, selfie-ready. Towering over this painting, a 3 metre-high inflatable sculpture will be presented, and viewers will be invited to give offerings to ensure the gods remain contented. Paintings will include scenes of heaven imagined from a queer viewpoint, alongside landscapes inspired by an episode of the 1969 TV series Civilisation, entitled The Worship of Nature. An animatronic beating heart encased in a ceramic shell raises the question of whether we truly need love to be happy. The exhibition opens with a live performance at the preview event on 19th February 2026. Ten dancers, accompanied by live vocals and a specially composed sound work, will present a piece designed to explore the idols that we worship, and the important deities we neglect. The work has been choreographed by Dan Baines, who recently starred in the ballet adaption of Quadrophenia at Sadler's Wells and, more recently, in Broadway NYC. Sound has been arranged by Massimo Paramour (Torture Garden, Roast) with vocals provided by Rhian Guerrero. The performance will conclude with a DJ set, transforming the preview into a collective ritualistic ceremony.

**Anyone want company for regular cycling rides around London, with the option of cycling trips abroad later on?** Hi all! I’m based in London and I want to start with **local rides first**, so we can meet properly, ride together, and get a feel for the vibe and pace. If the group clicks over time, we can then gauge interest for **self-organised cycling weekends abroad**, for example Spain. **What we're doing first:** * Regular London rides, starting with **Richmond Park and/or Regent’s Park** **Who it's for:** * **Women** and **non-binary riders**, **queer-friendly**. Open to anyone who feels comfortable in a women-centred space * Age range: **25 to 45** * Best suited to riders comfortable with **50 km+** rides (and building up from there) **Potential Trips (for later):** * If the group grows and people are keen, we can organise self-organised Wed to Sun cycling weekends abroad later on. Everyone would book their own flights, accommodation, and meals. This is not a guided tour, it would be a casual group meet-up style trip. **How this works:** * RSVP here so I can gauge numbers. I’ll confirm the first ride details and share future ride dates ***First Ride, Tentative*** **Sat 21 Feb, 9:30am** (tentative), Richmond Park or Regent’s Park. I’ll confirm once I see numbers.

You're very welcome to a free meetup at Central Station this Friday. We normally sit chatting, drinking and/or having a bite to eat in our private space upstairs, before drifting down into the main bar later in the evening. It's a great way to meet new people and have some chilled chats and laughs. All LGBTQ+ people and their allies are welcome. Everybody is equally welcome! Don't worry if you've not come to an event before: the host will introduce you to everyone and make sure you feel welcomed and included. Please RSVP if you are attending. Your RSVP encourages others to attend. Their RSVP...etc etc please join the WhatsApp group for all our events, when you arrive please ask for the host, me Kwashie, and say hi...even if I'm chatting to someone... I can introduce you to some cool people, or newbies etc. ________________________________ We ask that new members that enjoy our events to make a voluntary donation which helps keep the group events running for free. To send a donations please use the reference "Donation" to the following account Mark Geer 03450947 04-00-04 Whatsapp invite which we use for events - https://chat.whatsapp.com/HOKXRrCEnFwFawuQYDbNFO?mode=ac_t Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lgbtqlondon?igsh=MWJpN2c0c3ZxNnV1cw==

Join the **Gayzelles Running Club** for a fun way to both keep fit and socialise with other LGBTQIA+ people in our local area! We meet at 8.45am every Saturday by Woolwich Works (The Fireworks Factory 11 No. 1 Street London SE18 6HD, 5 minutes walk from Woolwich station) The Parkrun is called [Thamespath Woolwich](https://www.parkrun.org.uk/thamespathwoolwich). Make sure you have your Parkrun ID handy. It is a 5KM run or walk, but we encourage you to run your best! Afterwards, we regroup for a hot drink at a nearby cafe. We look forward to seeing you there! 🌈 Follow us Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/gayzelles/](https://www.instagram.com/gayzelles/) Strava: [https://www.strava.com/clubs/gayzelles](https://www.strava.com/clubs/gayzelles)

Hi all- Thanks to the few and the brave who came out in the freezing cold last night! So I want to project out a few books ahead. So, as you can see from the above, for February, we'll be reading Hamnet- a book that's been out for a long time and isn't super long. Also, currently a big Oscar film! For March, we'll be reading Barbara Kingsolver's "Demon Copperhead" (an amazing book but a little longer than our normal so want to give everyone enough time to finish it. Anyways, please RSVP and, if your plans change, please update it so we know who to expect! We can all bring snacks and drinks to share. See you soon and stay warm! Rebecca P.S. Also, because I am a shameless shill, if you would like to buy Girl Scout cookies (either shipped to you OR I can arrange delivery at the book club closest in time to when the cookies arrive), feel free to indulge and order from either of my girls: Lulu: https://digitalcookie.girlscouts.org/scout/louisa730951 Franny: https://digitalcookie.girlscouts.org/scout/francesca672252

**Register Here:** [https://theeclecticchicboutique.com/event/game-nights-dungeons-and-dragons-6/](https://theeclecticchicboutique.com/event/game-nights-dungeons-and-dragons-6/) **Price:** $20 per person Adventurers! Join us for a fun and fantastical one shot D&D campaign. We embrace the quirky, the chaotic, and the downright silly. No experience is necessary, and we welcome players of all skill levels. We’re all about having a good laugh and creating unforgettable memories together. Players aged 16 and up are welcome to play. This is a safe space for all, including LGBTQIA+ and Neurodiverse folk. **Players will be playing the one shot *A Perilous Joy Festival*:** This one-shot adventure takes place during the Joy Festival, a holiday celebrating friendships. After a postman tasked with delivering candy grams goes missing, the characters are tasked by the town of Creepingvale to find out what happened to him and ensure that the candy grams are delivered **Players must Register Here in order to participate:** [https://theeclecticchicboutique.com/event/game-nights-dungeons-and-dragons-6/](https://theeclecticchicboutique.com/event/game-nights-dungeons-and-dragons-6/)

**Book** Jackal by Erin E. Adams You do not need to read the entire book to attend, but be prepared for spoilers **Location** Mottley Kitchen **Discussion Points** * overall thoughts/impression of the book * themes that stood out to you * what did you like or not like (and why) about: characters, plot, writing, setting * points of confusion/clarity * quotes/passages that caught your attention

United colors A dedicated space for LGBTQ+ BIPOC adults to navigate real talk and real life, then unwind with creativity, games, and genuine connection. Bring your whole self—we’re here for all of it. This week we will be discussing: Is the LGBT community vain and judgmental towards thin, fuller figure, large, and obese people? Terms like “twink” and “bear” highlights body sizes. Is either fair or accurate? Have you experienced discrimination due to your physical size? Does body size matter when dating or seeking a partner? Program Target Audience: LGBT BIPOC 18+

***IN PERSON MEETING INFO*** 208 W 13th ST Join BiRequest's Social and Discussion group for ALL who self identify as Bisexual+, Biromantic+, MSpec (Multi-gender Attraction Spectrum) and otherwise Queer-identified or Questioning regardless of Labels or the Lack of them ... for ALL folx of every Gender & Gender Presentation including but not limited to Cis, Genderfluid, Intersex, Nonbinary, Trans, and more at our regular Zoom-based Meetings held every 1st Monday and 4th Wednesday, from 6-8pm now on Zoom. In person meetings are every 3rd Thursday, from 6:30pm-8:00pm at the Manhattan Pride Center. The meetings are Moderated and focused on a Discussion Topic that is generated with input from the folks around the circle (nb. we do also hold space for folks who might need to deal with an issue in the moment). We work hard to foster a safe space for non-judgemental peer support while actively valuing racial and gender diversity, sex- and body-positivity, as well as the litany of intersecting identities that folks walk into the room embracing. We welcome spouses and allies to join us at our twice-monthly meetings to discuss a topic around issues related to our lived experiences as “the silenced majority” in the LGBTQ+ realm. CW: Please note that BiRequest discussions can involve sensitive topics. For anyone who is triggered by anything in the discussion or needs to discuss a personal matter, multiple BiRequest facilitators will be available at the meetings. Please talk to one of us. ``` ▼ About Us BiRequest (www.birequest.org) has existed in one form or another, serving the New York City metropolitan area, since the early 1990's. We're a community-based support and discussion group serving the metro NYC area... all volunteer-run, open to bi+ identifying folx and our allies. We're all folx who've been there. We know what it's like to be ostracized, set aside and erased as bisexual people. We are folx who identify as pansexual, same-gender-loving people, sexually and affectionately fluid. We are the B in LGBT. We are a multi-racial and many gendered and variously sex'd people. We are uniquely challenged and able in many different ways. We work towards the realization of our collective liberation. ▼ Follow Us Online ☛ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BiRequest ☛ Twitter: https://twitter.com/birequestnyc We're always looking for events and activities to gather us all together. Wanna help?? Email us! BiRequest (dot) nyc (at) gmail (dot) com. Like what we do? Interested in helping create other social events? Please let us know, and we'll get to work to build an even stronger bi+ community in NYC. ▼ BiRequest a place where the Bi+ Community meets in NYC! ▼ ```