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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.

Join us for our weekly Fems and Thems Climbing Social, a welcoming space for women and non-binary climbers to connect, climb, and have fun! Whether you're new to climbing or a seasoned pro, this social is all about building a supportive community and celebrating our shared love for the sport. This is a relaxed, no-pressure environment designed to help you enjoy climbing while meeting like-minded people. Open to all women and non-binary folks aged 18 and over. Cost: £16 regular peak time entry at Bethwall Climbing centre (£2 registration fee might apply) + £4 rental shoes (chalk is provided Come solo or bring a friend – everyone is welcome! Let’s climb, chat, and share some good vibes. We can’t wait to see you there! For any questions or accessibility inquiries, feel free to contact us in advance.

**24th December - Christmas Eve Gatherings - Adam Slate, Minister** Celebrate Christmas Eve with two services. Bring biscuits, cake or other treat to share between the two services. * 4.30pm - An all-ages, engaging service focusing on the Christmas story. * **6.30pm - Traditional service featuring carols and readings.** Hybrid: Newington Green Meeting House and online. To attend via Zoom, please sign up [here](https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/UDt_7CInR4GDY8Dm19X5Yw) to get the link.

**24th December - Christmas Eve Gatherings - Adam Slate, Minister** Celebrate Christmas Eve with two services. Bring biscuits, cake or other treat to share between the two services. * **4.30pm - An all-ages, engaging service focusing on the Christmas story.** * 6.30pm - Traditional service featuring carols and readings. Hybrid: Newington Green Meeting House and online. To get the Zoom link to attend online, please sign up [here](https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/qHevnsoYRBmBaJH8uHb80w).

**All I want for Christmas** is… oh no, not more Mariah again (though her track Fantasy is still a dope tune). As it's a British tradition to go for a spirited drink on the eve of Christmas magic - how about joining to sip Pinot Noir, Guinness, French Martini or other another merry beverage over fun conversations encapsulating the holiday spirit? And then, when the mood hits and DJ is in full swing, singing random lines along to **Fairytale of New York** just like we did **Last Christmas**? Is it Xmas numero uno yet? Apparently this year some very questionable Kylie track has taken the crown! Whilst we await the the day of the big December miracle - as well as fun conversations and jokes - one of the resident DJs (not me) will be pumping out some Xmas party singalong crackers plus all usual feel good tunes for dancing whlst we do **another rock n roll xmas** glittery singalong - if the drinks flow endlessly, which no doubt they will....🍸🍻🍷🥂 This year we are back at the home of cool non-touristy music for real music fans - Camden - doing the **jingle bell rock** around the Xmas tree @ the Camden Eye - a neat cosy trendy young bar tucked away 13 second walk from the dusty but ponyless road adjoining Camden Tube station, 1.6 miles from Central London. First we will meet in the Elephant's Head for Pre-drinks and go to the Eye at 11pm for more socialising and dancing. Come **Silent Night** midnight mass - the DJ will be in full musical effect droppin eurphoric bangers so if you live in North London (zone 2) or Central London then this will be perfect xmas eve drinks and music bash as you can literally walk home without having to worry about no public transport after 12am. Try to wear something chrismasie. And make sure you answer the important screening question on your fav xmas song (a prerequisite for attending to ensure you actually like and enjoy key elements of xmas!). And I'll personally buy the first mull wine infused larger-shandy for the first person that can correctly guess all of the famous xmas tunes I have referenced above!!! **\-\-\-\-Strict Attendance Limits\-\-\-** Those of you who are fellow Camden music nightlife lovers or regulars to my events, you'll know the venue is small, very selective and they have limited bar staff to work xmas eve. So if you're not confirmed, please do not turn up. I have set the RSVPs in expectation of a max 50% turnout, any more and security will stop letting people in because of capacity, and worst case we will all get thrown out to accommodate their regular locals and could get barred from my local! As always with all our events, in case of drop outs, preference will be given to my regular crew, genuine music fans and locals to the event vicinity **\-\-\-\-Directions & How To Find Us\-\-\-\-** First we will meet in the Elephant's Head at the back for intros, pre-drinks and then go to the Camen Eye at 11pm for more socialising and dancing. Inside the bar, I'll be wearing customary shiny xmas tinsel. Both bars are about 60 seconds walk from Camden tube station, 8 mins from Camden Overground station. Camden station is literally max 5 mins on the tube from all Central London tube stations e.g Leicester Square (Piccadilly line, Northern line), Piccadilly Circus (Piccadilly, Bakerloo), Oxford Circus (Bakerloo, Central, Victoria), Tottenham Court Road (Central, Northern, Elizabeth), Covent Garden (Piccadilly), Charing Cross (Northern, Bakerloo), Warren Street (Northern, Victoria), Russell Square (Piccadilly). And walkable to central London (e.g. Warren Street) is less than 30 mins. Reindeer Lucas - Ho Ho Ho

As it’s the season to be jolly, la la la la...la la la....fellow foodies are warmly invited to gather round the seasonal table for a Christmas protein feast in a cozy pub atmosphere filled with laughs, cheer, fun chats and unapologetic xmas banter for the exorbitant sum of £14-£17! The menu choices will be: * **Traditional British Christmas dinner**: Roast turkey with pork, sage & onion stuffing, roasted vegetables, pigs-in-blankets, gravy etc - the full good‑quality‑protein experience * **Special one-off non-traditional option:** For anyone already sick of turkey and craving something different (McDonald’s protein arguably superior here — best to skip xmas eve gym session) Price includes a drink (alcoholic & non). Locaton is near the city of London in Islington zone 1 so very central Master Chef Lucas The Saint

Hi all, this isn't a cultural event\*, it's a social get-together for anyone who feels like getting out and enjoying some friendly company on Boxing Day. It doesn't matter if you're a regular attendee, or haven't yet been to anything with this group. Everyone's welcome! We'll meet at the Festival Bar & Kitchen on Level 2 (the main lobby level) of the Royal Festival Hall, on the side overlooking the river. There's no need to eat, or drink alcohol - there's coffee, tea & soft drinks, or simply come & chat. It's very informal and they don't do reservations, so I'll post in the Comments section below exactly where we're sitting and what I'm wearing. The FB&K is open until 4pm, after which we'll move on somewhere nearby, and again I'll post in the Comments where we're going. There's no end-time as such, the event will end whenever everyone's had enough and gone home. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- \* And the event has nothing to do with Friends, from which I've borrowed the logo, with acknowledgement and thanks!

**What** A monthly lesbian social hosted at Shabby She. A relaxed night for conversation, connection and community. Women of all ages and backgrounds come – some brand new, some regulars. It is usually 50% new members and 50% returning members. Most come solo, you will not feel it. If you are nervous, join the WhatsApp group (details below)**.** **Join the Network** Become a member of our community and gain entry to the WhatsApp group: Become a full member of our community for free. [www.thelcommunity.com/register](www.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. Support the case and pledge here: [www.crowdjustice.com/case/first-female-only-lesbian-venue/](https://www.crowdjustice.com/case/first-female-only-lesbian-venue/)

**Details**: This months craft workshop doesn’t have a particular theme… although your welcome to share hangover cures and for left overs Bring along a current project and hangout with fellow crafters and creatives for a couple of hours on a Sunday afternoon. Do you have questions and queries you'd like to ask others? Want to brag about all the projects you've worked on in 2025? Or share your plans for for the up coming year? Let us know in the comments what you're working on. and if you have any suggestions for next year's workshops. _(I've got a half finished cardigan, several shawls and a pile of amigurumi to sew up.) _ **About your host:** Mags’ current main crafts are crochet, book binding and collagraphy-printing. They grew up in a house full of art graduates and will turn their hand to just about anything. Please contact the host if you have any questions _Please contact the host if you have any questions._

Join us at Sharon Woods Metropark this December 28th from 9-10:30 am for some lovely winter birding. [Register here](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeOAdQlIaKro1dFCgfp26IcwsaxQjzbYMZVQ7mLg3dViQDrsQ/viewform?usp=sf_link) for details closer to the event.

Volunteer with Westerville Queer Collective and the Neurospicy Meetup to build care packages for local unhoused folks, which will be distributed throughout local camps and neighborhoods via Heer2Serve (501c3). Will you donate any items? If so, comment what will you bring Please make sure clothing items are clean and if you’re donating food, ready to be eaten without a stove or microwave. We expect to assemble around 50-100 packages, so if you’ll purchase items, please consider that amount (ie bulk individually packaged candies etc.). Fun and interesting book or entertainment item donation also welcome! Package assembly will take place on January 17th from 10-12 am. Location TBA but will be in Westerville, Ohio.

**We are expanding our creative programming opportunities with Queer Quills, a quiet writing and sharing space. Queer Quills features some prompts, supplies and friendly faces to help get some inspiration or feedback for your writing. Hope to see you there!**