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Hello everyone, **\*\*Kindly Read Carefully\*\*** Please join me and my other groups for a fantastic spring afternoon involving a leisure nature and beautiful neighbourhood walk \- Include trails\, parks\, cafes\, ice breakers\, washroom breaks and beautiful sties to see -Our great event will continue as we hit a fabulous location for dinner, beverages and conversation (optional) -Stick around after dinner for live disco band and Dancing (optional) **Time and Location: Where to meet us?** We will meet at out front of **Smoke Show** **744 Mt. Pleasant Rd)** \*Arrive early if you like (however we will meet out front at **3:00 p.m. (we will wait for everyone to arrive until roughly 3:30 p.m.)** This will give us an opportunity to introduce ourselves as everyone arrives; then make our way on our small adventure through quieter and more natural parts of the city we don't usually get to see. More details below: Sincerely, Steve Flemming (Organizer/Host) **Event Details:** **Saturday Nature and Neighbourhood Walk! (Dinner Party and Disco Band After)** -A great event planned as we explore Parks, Trails, Cafes and beautiful Neighbourhoods with cool sites to see -During the walk we will stop and rest at different spots, bathroom breaks, take some lovely scenic photos, group photos and share some laughs together -Play a couple ice breaker games near the beginning of the walk as well to help us get to know one another \*This event is a great way to naturally make connections, get some fresh air, exercise and (re) connect with some wonderful people **Bonus after our Leisure Nature and Neighbourhood Walk:** \*Stick around after the walk for a fun Saturay evening gathering at an iconic venue with Reserved Seating, Great Menu, Beverages, Mingling and Live Disco Band. **Event Fee:** 10 dollars (cash only) when you arrive (HST is included) or e transfer in advance to Steveflemming11@gmail.com \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Time and Location: Where to meet us?** **Date:** Saturday May 16th We will meet at out front of **Smoke Show** **744 Mt. Pleasant Rd)** \*Arrive early if you like (however we will meet out front at **3:00 p.m. (we will wait for everyone to arrive until roughly 3:30 p.m.)** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ***Thanks for reading everyone, remember to RSVP and see you real soon!*** :) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-

What exactly is Conducting? --How does one learn to Conduct? \-\-\-\-Could you be an **Orchestra Conductor**? Interpret a score with your gestures and verbal cues!! Register for your **FREE** ticket (below)--- We've attended this in PAST years--with FAB turnout/INTEREST.. https://tapestryopera.com/performances/women-in-musical-leadership-masterclass-2/ Created and run by **Tapestry Opera**, with **lead partner the Toronto Symphony Orchestra,** *Women in Musical Leadership* is a three-year program designed to collectively develop the next generation of women and non-binary conductors and music directors in Canada. Women in Musical Leadership Conductors work with **Maestro Gustavo** **Gimeno** and the musicians of the Toronto Symphony Orchestra in this Masterclass held at Roy Thomson Hall. \*\*\*During this masterclass, you will observe Women In Musical Leadership Conductors **Monica Chen** and **Eve Legault**, and Associate Conductor **Serena Reuten** work with TSO Music Director **Gustavo Gimeno** and the world-class TSO. It’s a unique experience that always reveals fascinating details of the conductors’ craft and offers a peek “behind the scenes” of an orchestra’s rehearsal process. FREE ticket link here--(please attend if you reserve a ticket) https://tapestryopera.com/performances/women-in-musical-leadership-masterclass-2/ NOTE: this is the SATURDAY morning of the MAY long weekend. Coffee/chat before or afterwards!

Bring any piece of music in any form. We'll deconstruct it's musical elements and share with each other what the music evokes and what insights arise. Then, consider how this musical work fits into the broader world of music and sound. After a break well do a musical exercise together and end with a short slent meditation. Advance registration with pay pal $20. Please call Gary to confirm your registration. 647 292 5415 Generosity policy: limited spots available for no or low charge fir those who need it.

Good day everyone, Please join us for a great evening as we mix, mingle, make new friends, dinner party and dance the night away with a fabulous Disco Band! \*Joined by my other social groups too; so we can anticipate a fabulous turn out with lots of friendly peers to enjoy dinner and the game **\*Meet us inside Smoke Show between 6:00 pm and 8:00 pm** \*If you have to arrive after that, still let the front door guy know you are with Steve's group so he can direct you to us (but kindly do your best to arrive between 6:00 pm and 7:30 pm (as I can't promise seating after that)-Thank you! (Event Details Below) Sincerely, Steve Flemming (Organizer/Host ) Event Details: **Saturday Night with Friends! (Dinner Party, Live Band and Dancing) (Disco Band) (at Smoke Show)** -A fun, interactive, event with friends, food, reserved seating, Live Band and Dancing! -Pool Table available -Plenty of parking all around the venue and very close to Mt. Pleasant Station **Event Fee:** 10 dollars (cash only) when you arrive (HST is included) or e transfer in advance to [Steveflemming11@gmail.com](http://Steveflemming11@gmail.com/) (One Beverage or Appetizer Minimum please) **-Arrive any time between 6:00 pm and 8:00 pm inside the restaurant (ask or look for Steve/Organizer when you arrive)** \*If arriving after 8:00 you still need to let the guy at the front know you are with Steve's group so he can properly direct you to us and help track our numbers- Thank you! (1 minute walk from the new Mt. Pleasant & Eglinton station)

join us the Rockpile for Police Tribute Band. Cost ix 23$ at the door or at the following link . https://www.ticketweb.ca/event/message-in-a-bottle-rockpile-rock-bar-tickets/14773133

**Free Pranic Healing Clinic** Saturday, May 16th 2026 We will start with the Meditation on Twin Hearts and then proceed with the Pranic healing clinic, First come First served basis for the clinic We are open from 1pm to 4pm, The Pranic Healing sessions are free, **Location** Mei Ling Center for Pranic Healing and Spirituality 257 Eglinton Avenue West Suite 208 Toronto

One of our favourite locations for our first trip of 2026, McCrae Lake is in in the south, and will have warmer weather than the more northern lakes. This is an easy trip, good for novice paddlers, to test your new kit, or get back into shape. McCrae Lake is a large lake divided into several bays, on crown land, close to Toronto. The water quality is excellent, and there is good fishing. The backcountry campsites are large, quiet, have a steel grill and thunder box, and are free. More information on McCrae Lake: [https://www.ontario.ca/page/mccrae-lake-conservation-reserve-management-statement](https://www.ontario.ca/page/mccrae-lake-conservation-reserve-management-statement) The water may be warm enough to swim, and the bugs will not be out yet. Fun activities include hiking on wilderness trails, paddling up and down rapids, swimming with rattle snakes, diving off of cliffs into the lake, and dragging out the bodies of people who tried to do all of those things. Watch for the Five-Lined Skink. Or, you can relax in a hammock. McCrae Lake is very popular. We may have to wait for room in the parking lot, and empty campsites. **If anyone in our group can go into McCrae Lake on Thursday or Friday to secure a campsite, it would be appreciated.** Arrive early Sat. AM. to get a parking spot or after 3:00 PM when day hikers go home. We are not required to go home on Monday night. You can continue to camp for as long as you wish. Carpooling is recommended to reduce the number of parking spaces required. Most areas of the lake have cell service sufficient for text messages and data. One portage, 150 metres, well used trail, over a high granite ridge. Paddle distance: 5 km. Canoe rentals should be available if you reserve one in advance: Swift Canoe Georgian Bay [https://swiftoutside.com/georgian-bay/](https://swiftoutside.com/georgian-bay/) Wawautosa Marina [https://www.wawautosa.ca/](https://www.wawautosa.ca/) Driving Distance: From Hwy 7 and Hwy 400, Vaughan Metropolitan Center: 142 km., 1 hour 30 mins. **ACTUAL LOCATION:** **McCrae Lake Parking Lot Muskoka District Municipality, ON** **44.92206400775243, -79.7772977860336** **Please fill in the Spread Sheet below:** https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1V1iupkEzye3zj5O8Sagri1FZyVLGOeM1EDy4ZkgcABo/edit?usp=sharing

Living On Video + DJ Lazarus presents Tickets ONLY $10: https://SpellboundGaryNuman.eventbrite.ca **Sat May 16 - SPELLBOUND Video Dance Party. GOTH / DARKWAVE / POST-PUNK / INDUSTRIAL w/ GARY NUMAN Spotlight** Live Performance by Post-Punk band MODELE @ 9pm SPELLBOUND is Canada's ONLY dark music video dance party. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Goth A.F. Contest $100 prize + custom trophy to the most gothed up patron. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Saturday May 16, 2026 SPELLBOUND: Goth Video Dance Party w/ GARY NUMAN Spotlight + Modele (Live) Ground Control - 1279 Queen St West - Toronto Doors 8pm - Modele @ 9pm - 19+ Event $10 advanced: https://SpellboundGaryNuman.eventbrite.ca $15 at the door INVITE: www.facebook.com/events/1246831100498540 (Please INVITE your friends) SPELLBOUND is a goth multimedia dance experience with classic and fresh dark music videos. MODELE: Bandcamp: https://modele.bandcamp.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573384033109 Instagram: @modeleofficial1 SOCIAL: www.facebook.com/groundcontroltoronto www.facebook.com/livingonvideoclub www.facebook.com/djlazarusrocks www.instagram.com/djlazarusrocks www.twitch.tv/livingonvideoclub www.mixcloud.com/livingonvideo www.twitter.com/djlazarusrocks

Join us for an engaging history discussion as we explore the Sui and early Tang dynasties, a transformative era that reshaped China after centuries of division. The Sui dynasty reunited the empire in 589, restored centralized rule, expanded the Grand Canal, and launched ambitious military and administrative reforms. Yet its heavy demands on labor and failed campaigns against Goguryeo quickly led to rebellion and collapse. Out of this turmoil rose the Tang dynasty, which built on Sui foundations while creating one of the most powerful and cosmopolitan states in world history. The early Tang era saw imperial expansion, legal and bureaucratic refinement, Buddhist influence, cultural confidence, and the rise of Chang’an as a global capital. **Topics for Discussion** * The Reunification of China under the Sui * Emperor Wen and the Restoration of Centralized Rule * The Construction of the Grand Canal * The Sui Legal and Administrative System * Emperor Yang and Imperial Overreach * The Goguryeo Campaigns * Rebellions and the Fall of the Sui Dynasty * The Rise of Li Yuan and the Founding of the Tang * The Xuanwu Gate Incident and the Rise of Li Shimin * The Tang Legal Code and Bureaucratic Government * Expansion into Central Asia * Chang’an as a Cosmopolitan Capital * Buddhism, Daoism, and Imperial Legitimacy

Living On Video + DJ Lazarus presents Tickets ONLY $10: https://SpellboundGaryNuman.eventbrite.ca Sat May 16 - SPELLBOUND Video Dance Party. GOTH / DARKWAVE / POST-PUNK / INDUSTRIAL w/ GARY NUMAN Spotlight \*\*Live Performance by Post-Punk band MODELE @ 9pm\*\* SPELLBOUND is Canada's ONLY dark music video dance party. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Goth A.F. Contest $100 prize + custom trophy to the most gothed up patron. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Saturday May 16, 2026 SPELLBOUND: Goth Video Dance Party w/ GARY NUMAN Spotlight + Modele (Live) Ground Control - 1279 Queen St West - Toronto Doors 8pm - Modele @ 9pm - 19+ Event $10 advanced: https://SpellboundGaryNuman.eventbrite.ca $15 at the door INVITE: www.facebook.com/events/1246831100498540 (Please INVITE your friends) SPELLBOUND is a goth multimedia dance experience with classic and fresh dark music videos. MODELE: Bandcamp: https://modele.bandcamp.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61573384033109 Instagram: @modeleofficial1 SOCIAL: www.facebook.com/groundcontroltoronto www.facebook.com/livingonvideoclub www.facebook.com/djlazarusrocks www.instagram.com/djlazarusrocks www.twitch.tv/livingonvideoclub www.mixcloud.com/livingonvideo www.twitter.com/djlazarusrocks

OPA !!! **New : Concert ONLY Option** **SWITCHBEAT Band in Concert** After Dinner Tables for the Switchbeat Concert has been setup to accommodate requests received. After dinner seating starts at 9 pm with - Cake - Cash Bar - Switchbeat in Concert - DJ and Singer Matthew Rizk plus - Singer & Accordionist Vanessa Persichitti performing. **Price** is $20 to attend the Concert part of the celebration **RSVP** by Fri May 15, 2026 Join us as we connect with other groups enjoying **SWITCHBEAT Band in Concert and Ann's Grand Birthday** Many of you may know Ann as a popular event organizer, friend to hundreds and a genuinely great person to know, connect with, and socialize with.. — its going to be an unforgettable evening of music, and dancing Let's celebrate with Ann in style at Bellvue **Dance** the night away with incredible live entertainment by SWITCHBEAT TRIO, DJ & Singer Matthew Rizk and Singer & Accordionist Vanessa Persichitti - playing all your favourites - 80’s, 90’s, Top 40 dance hits, and Greek music **RSVP on this site indicating you’ll be attending and Purchase tickets** direct by Etransferring **$20** to classyevents777@gmail.com with Password: events (all lowercase *** *indicating you'd like to be seated with Pete's Gro*up* It’s going to be an evening full of high energy music, and unforgettable memories — OPA "Looking forward to seeing you and getting everyone together Kind regards Ann"

Welcome to **TENNIS AND TUNES 2026 edition!** Join us for some **fun** and **friendly** **CASUAL HITTING TENNIS** at Fountainhead Tennis Club - University Heights (two blocks form **FINCH WEST STATION / right across from SENTINEL STATION TTC -LINE 6**). This is a TENNIS AND TUNES event 🔊🎵🎶📻 **which means loud music will be played during the meet up**. Hope to see you there! :) **FRIENDLY REMINDER : BEFORE** confirming your RSVP, please review the following meet-up guidelines and group rules. General Rules and Guidelines: 1. This is a **CASUAL HITTING** meet-up. It is **NOT** a competitive tennis gathering. Due to limited court availability we will only engage in **casual rallies**. 2. Upon arrival, please check in with the event organiser. This is important for attendance purposes and assigning hitting partners for the session. 3. Should you decide to bring your own tennis balls, please make sure they are distinctively initialled. If not, a meet-up Sharpie will be available (from the host) for you to do so. 4. **GTA Racquet Player members are expected, at all times during the meet-up, to observe a *courteous demeanour* and a *positive sporting spirit* towards fellow players.**

Dear Ladies & Gentlemen, Join us for SWITCHBEAT Band in Concert and my Grand Birthday — an unforgettable evening of music, food, and dancing! This event is with other Groups and Friends. Celebrate with me in style on Saturday, May 16th, 2026 at 5:30 PM at the elegant Bellvue Event Centre (8083 Jane Street, Vaughan). The night kicks off with a lively Reception featuring a Greek Station and Signature Drinks, followed by a delicious buffet dinner at 7:00 PM including: Cheese Tortellini in Rosé Penne in Plum Tomato Sauce Veal Cutlets in Tomato Sauce Chicken Souvlaki Kabobs with Tzatziki Roasted Potato Wedges Seasonal Vegetables Romaine, Radicchio & Arugula Salad Get ready to dance the night away with incredible live entertainment by SWITCHBEAT TRIO, DJ & Singer Matthew Rizk and Singer & Accordionist Vanessa Persichitti, playing all your favourites — 80’s, 90’s, Top 40 dance hits, and Greek music! At 10:30 PM, indulge in a late-night spread featuring: Deluxe sweets Fresh fruit Coffee & tea station Each table includes bottles of red & white wine, unlimited soft drinks, with a cash bar available. $100 per person Purchase tickets online or Etransfer to [lassyevents777@gmail.com](mailto:classyevents777@gmail.com) with Password: events (all lowercase) It’s going to be a vibrant evening full of great food, high energy music, and unforgettable memories — OPA! Looking forward to seeing you and getting everyone together! Kind regards, Ann

**DISCO Night at The Old Mill** Saturday May 16th . $20.00 cover 7.30pm -12.30 The Old Mill 21 Old Mill Rd. Join us for a fun night of Disco music and dancing. Andrew Davids will be playing all your favorite tunes from that era. Don’t miss out on this chance to mix and mingle with other singles in a lively and welcoming atmosphere. Get ready for a night to sparkle and shine at this night to remember! Call 416- 236-8222 or [www.singlesparties.com](http://www.singlesparties.com) for more info.

**💥 Join us THIS Saturday and EVERY Saturday!** **💥 At Columbus’ Hottest New Salsa Venue!** **.** Lincoln Street Salsa THIS Saturday and EVERY Saturday! 8 pm – 1 am **.** **💥 Gorgeously Renovated Studio!** **💥 Free Parking!** **💥 BYOB!** **💥 Easy Access from Highway!** **.** Lincoln Street Salsa 1717 Brice Rd Reynoldsburg, Ohio 43215 **.** **ENTRANCE IS ON THE NORTH SIDE OF THE BUILDING** **Behind Anthony’s Pharmacy!** **.** **PLEASE SHARE and help get the word out!** **.** **🟣 Salsa, Bachata, and Merengue Dancing!** **.** **🟣** 8:00 pm – 8:30 pm **𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻** **.** **🟣** 8:30 pm – 9:30 pm **𝗕𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 Class!** **.** **🟣** 9:30 pm – 1 am **𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘆!** **.** **✅ Questions?** **Visit [LincolnStreetSalsa.com](https://columbussalsadancing.com/)** Or Text Todd: 614-774-8146 **.** **✅ No Experience Necessary!** **✅ No Partner Required!** **✅ Plenty of People to Dance With!** **.** **✅ $15 Cash / $16 Card** **✅ College Students $5 Off with Valid ID!** **✅ BYOB** **✅ Age 18+** **.** **✅ Lincoln Street Salsa is the perfect place for…** **.** **👉 Learning to Dance** **👉** Social Dancing **👉 Birthday Celebration** **👉** Bachelorette Parties **👉 Girl’s Night Out** **👉 Date Night** **👉** Getting Fit / Burning Calories **👉 Meeting New People** **👉** Having Fun, Fun, Fun! **.** ✅ **Questions?** Visit [LincolnStreetSalsa.com](https://columbussalsadancing.com/ "https://columbussalsadancing.com/") Or Text Todd: 614-774-8146 .

Start your week the right way with Manic Mondays. Giving you an enjoyable Bachata lesson with a push of cool moves. The second hour has Beginner/Intermediate Salsa on 1. You must understand basic Salsa skills to participate. 730pm-830pm Bachata Cool Moves 830pm-930pm Salsa On 1 (Beginner/Intermediate) 15 for One Class 20 for Both Free Parking & Plenty of Dance Space. Viva Dance Columbus 2809 Festival Lane Dublin OH 43017

# **Saturday, May 16, 2026** **Beginners’ Session 1:30 to 2:00 PM** **Dancing 2:00 to 4:30 PM** **Please note that this is an afternoon dance!** **You are invited to join us for dinner at Olive and Lime (in the church’s back parking lot) after the dance.** **Kim Thompson, from Athens, will take the mic and we’ll dance to the music of Roscommon Sessions. Kim will lead us through a variety of old and new dances that welcome newbies and delight experienced dancers.** **Roscommon Sessions, a traditional Irish music quartet from Columbus, Ohio, began their musical journey centered around the energy and spontaneity of Irish sessions. They are excited to bring their lively jigs and reels, a couple of flowing waltzes, and the occasional musical surprise to the All Soles contra dancers!** **Roscommon Sessions is Steve Steele (guitar), Jim Lindroth (percussion), Carol Metheny (fiddle) and Sarah Sigmon (fiddle).** **We hope to see you dancing!** **Location: First Unitarian Universalist Church, 93 W. Weisheimer Road, Columbus, OH 43214.** **Cost is $10 for adults, $5 ages 12-25.** **New to dancing? A beginners’ session, from 1:30 to 2:00 PM, will get you started. You will learn some basic figures that will be repeated in the afternoon’s dances. All dances will be taught and no partner is needed. Dancing is from 2:00 to 4:30 PM.** **Please bring your own refillable water bottle.** **All Soles Dance upcoming dance dates are, as follows:** **June 20, 2026** **Tentative:** **July 25, 2026–Summer Potluck and Dance** **No August Dance** **September 26, 2026** **October 17, 2026** **November 21, 2026** **December 19, 2026** **Visit our website at: https://firstuucolumbus.org/connection/all-soles/**

Jimmy V's Grill & Pub in Grandview Heights. You are responsible for your own meal/drinks. We usually don't have any agenda other than eat, drink and talk. :) If the weather is nice we will be on the back patio, otherwise we are in the cigar room. This group has been meeting every Tuesday evening for over a decade. Many attendees do not RSVP on meetup. Please don't let the small number here discourage you. Anyone/everyone is welcome to come. We'd love to have you join us. COTA bus #5 comes to W. 5th and Wyandotte Rd. And it's a minute walk to the restaurant.