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MAKE A WOOD CHAIR – 11 EVENINGS
**Bookable via our website ➡️** [https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/make-a-wood-chair-12-evenings-19/](https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/make-a-wood-chair-12-evenings-19/)
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A brand new varied and multi-skill twelve-week evening course.
Over twelve evenings you will learn how to make a planked redwood seat and fit splayed oak or sapele legs and back rails to make an elegant ‘Staked’ chair.
This version is derived from an ‘open source’ drawing in the Anarchist’s Design Book by Lost Art Press. The prototype has been made by the tutor- Auram Desforge, who grew up working on timber frame houses with his father in Canada.
Each stage of the process will be demonstrated and then, using mostly traditional hand tools, you will produce a chair using the classic ‘Through wedged tenons’ with an elegant, curved back created from glueing together bent veneers in a press. You will be able to learn the pleasure of handling spokeshaves, a ‘bit and brace’ and fine finishing with cabinet scrapers. There is also some use of our workshop machines that you will be trained to use.
Learn to measure, mark and make. Use the evenings to immerse yourself into the calming mental space of woodwork.
Suitable for beginners. Trust the tools. You don’t have to be a lumberjack to master this chair.
The use of all materials and tools is included.
**Tuesday 6.30 – 9.00pm**
Successfully Parenting Children
Description: We invite you to join us for an inspiring and insightful lecture that aims to equip parents with the knowledge, tools, and strategies necessary to navigate the challenging yet rewarding journey of raising children. In this empowering session, we will explore the essential elements of successful parenting and delve into the profound impact it can have on shaping the lives of our children.
Parenting is a multifaceted endeavor that requires patience, understanding, and adaptability. This lecture will provide a comprehensive overview of the principles and practices that contribute to raising happy, healthy, and well-adjusted children. By drawing upon the latest research, psychological insights, and practical experiences, we will explore key aspects of successful parenting.
During this enlightening session, we will cover the following topics:
1. Building Strong Foundations: We will discuss the importance of creating a nurturing and supportive environment for children to flourish. This includes establishing routines, setting boundaries, and cultivating a sense of security and trust.
2. Effective Communication: Understanding the significance of open and effective communication between parents and children is crucial. We will explore strategies for fostering healthy dialogue, active listening, and empathy, enabling parents to build strong relationships based on mutual respect.
3. Encouraging Emotional Intelligence: Emotions play a fundamental role in a child's development. We will discuss ways to help children recognize and manage their emotions, fostering emotional intelligence and resilience.
4. Discipline with Love: Navigating discipline can be challenging for parents. We will explore positive discipline techniques that promote cooperation, self-discipline, and a healthy sense of responsibility, ensuring a harmonious and respectful family dynamic.
5. Promoting Independence and Autonomy: Allowing children to develop their independence and autonomy is essential for their growth. We will explore strategies to foster self-esteem, encourage age-appropriate decision-making, and support the development of healthy independence.
6. Nurturing a Growth Mindset: Cultivating a growth mindset in children is vital for their personal and academic development. We will discuss ways to foster a love of learning, resilience in the face of challenges, and a sense of curiosity and exploration.
7. Balancing Self-Care: Parenting is an all-encompassing role that requires self-care to maintain physical, emotional, and mental well-being. We will explore strategies for self-care and stress management, ensuring that parents can provide the best support for their children while also prioritizing their own needs.
By attending this lecture, parents will gain valuable insights, practical tips, and a deeper understanding of the principles that underpin successful parenting. Armed with this knowledge, they will feel empowered to create nurturing and loving environments that foster their children's growth, resilience, and overall well-being.
Note: This lecture is designed for parents of children of all ages, from infants to adolescents. Whether you are a new parent seeking guidance or an experienced parent looking to enhance your parenting skills, this lecture will provide valuable information and support. Join us to embark on a transformative journey as we explore the joys and challenges of successful parenting together.
WOODWORK – STEP UP LOW WOOD STOOL – 5 EVENINGS
**Bookable via our website ➡️** [https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/woodwork-step-up-low-wood-stool-6-evenings-3/](https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/woodwork-step-up-low-wood-stool-6-evenings-3/)
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This course is another charming project from our a cherished Edwardian instructional woodwork manual, ‘Carpentry for Beginners’. The projects in the book are perfect for learning basic woodwork skills and we have refined the instructions to incorporate a modern craft construction.
This classic ‘child’s stool’ is a handy ‘hop up’ you can use if you have shelves you can’t reach at home and small ones can reach the sink by standing on it. It measures 40cm x 22cm x 26cm high. We use a redwood pine wood that releases a heady and uplifting scent when cut, chiseled and planed.
Even if you have never used any tools, a professional cabinet maker will teach you the processes you will need to take home a future heirloom along with a very special sense of satisfaction that comes with crafting by hand.
You will learn how to measure and mark timber accurately, use a chisel and a vintage ‘Granny’s tooth’ hand router to cut out grooves to house the legs into the sides of the stool.
By the time you have finished your useful step up stool, you will have become familiar with many of the basic woodworking hand tools and increased your confidence to go on and do more general woodwork at home.
Tue Badminton 7-9pm @ Tower Building - Intermediate & Advanced
**Tue Badminton 7-9pm @ Tower Building**
**Fee £11 for 2 hours (payable in advance upon booking)**
**3 courts in the Tower Building**
Feather shuttlecocks will be supplied. Please bring your own racquets.
**Payment details:**
**\*\*\*Please pay in advance upon booking or at least 24h in advance before the session. Unpaid bookings will be removed from the list.\*\*\***
**REVOLUT BANK ACCOUNT**
**Name: LM BADMINTON LTD**
**Account Number: 19226405**
**Sort Code: 23-01-20**
**Reference: 'YOUR MEETUP NAME & DATE ie 270126'**
\*No cash\*
Please use your profile name and date of session as payment reference, so that it can be identified.
To ensure fair access to the session, anyone who signs up but does not make payment 24h in advance will have their places cancelled and offered to other players.
**Waiting List Update:**
When the event is full, there will be a waiting list for players to put their names on. Once a spot becomes available, i.e. another member cancels, the first person on the waiting list will be added to RSVP automatically. As such, the person will be sent an automated email confirming so. For those who do not wish to be added automatically, please remove your name from the waiting list.
Please cancel waitlist 24 hours before the event if made other plans, as meetup will push you to attending list if spot opens up. We charge on spot basis.
**Late Cancellations Penalty:**
If you cancel with less than 24 hours notice it is your responsibility to liaise with those on the waiting list and find a replacement. If you do then no penalty but if you don’t find a replacement you pay 50% of the session fee, raising to 100% on the second late cancelation. You MUST also inform the organisers who your replacement is.
**No Show Fees:**
Full fee will be added to the profile on the next visit.
**Contacts:**
The best way to get in touch is through meetup as your message will get picked up by the designated organiser for the chosen event. Otherwise please use WhatsApp to message us.
Email: badmclub@gmail.com
uni_badm1nton@yahoo.co.uk
Primary: Vinh 07974 177707
Secondary: Nikita 07585 954797
**Disclaimer:**
Organisers or LondonMet University can accept no liability for any loss or injury, however sustained, while taking part in club activities. If you want to cover yourself against injury to yourself or others, please make sure you have the appropriate insurance.
In the interest of health and safety, proper footwear is a must in this club which means no casual footwear and no barefoot on the court.
FOLLOW-ON WOODWORK
**Bookable via our website ➡️** [https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/follow-on-woodwork-3/](https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/follow-on-woodwork-3/)
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Directed at those people who have completed one of our longer woodwork courses, or those with confident woodwork skills, we offer an eleven-day week opportunity to build an individual project.
During this course, run by experienced carpenter/joiner/furniture maker Ruth Thomson, you will learn how to manage a practical project from sketching it, making a technical drawing, writing a cutting list, costing, marking out and construction to produce a piece of wood furniture.
The group will visit a timber yard to learn how to select lengths of soft woods.
You will learn the safe use and versatility of a router, a biscuit jointer, a jigsaw and other power tools as needed and learn when and how to make jigs to help fabricate accurate shapes. Using basic workshop machines including a bandsaw and a belt sander, as well as classic hand tools, you will cut and assemble and then learn how to sand, glue and finish your project to completion.
We are happy to discuss your personal project if you already have something in mind. There is a size limitation due to time constraints and project storage. Call Alison on 0207 7607613 or send a photo or sketch to info@thegoodlifecentre.co.uk
Each learner will pay for their own materials. We can take delivery of timber if externally sourced. Please note that we cannot handle MDF in the workshop as the dust requires special extraction and respiratory equipment. Plywood or solid timber will be pre-machined for you on our planer thicknesser and table saw.
Studio Lighting : Beginners/Refreshers
Join us tonight for a small group studio session where we will focus on portrait lighting.
Learning how to use studio lighting can dramatically improve the quality of your images. Whether you want bright and clean lighting or more dramatic lighting for moody portraits, this lighting course will help you learn to control the lighting for more creativity images.
By the end of the session you will have the skills to use a studio confident you'll be able to create images you'll be proud of.
YOU WILL LEARN
* Exposure settings
* Camera settings
* Understand sync speed
* Hard and soft light
* Light modifiers
* Mix flash and constant lighting
* Posing techniques
**PAYMENT OPTIONS**
* **PayPal via RSVP**
* The Meetup transaction fee will be added. and you'll automatically be added to attend
* **Send £50 via PayPal** to \*\*[creativebeansproductions@gmail.com**](http://creativebeansproductions@gmail.com%2A%2A/) with no extra fee.
* Send us a text or comment below and we will add you to the event attendee list.
EXPERIENCE LEVEL
* Beginners/Refreshers
* Basic knowledge of using you camera
* Change to manual mode, aperture, SS, ISO
MIRRORLESS BODIES
* Turn off silent shutter/electronic shutter
* Turn off live exposure settings
STUDIO LOCATION
* Located in Whitechapel address will be sent to you after you rsvp
JOURNEY DETAILS
* Check TFL website for any delays that may affect your journey
CONTACT
* Alex 07956 264049
VENICE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Oct 2026
[https://www.meetup.com/londonphotographicopa/events/313109095](https://www.meetup.com/londonphotographicopa/events/313109095)
UPCOMING EVENTS
[www.meetup.com/londonphotographicopa/events](http://www.meetup.com/londonphotographicopa/events)
7.30pm-9pm Aerial Relaxation Pods -Yoga Nidra & Sound Meditation in Hammocks
**Our new Tuesday night aerial relaxation & yoga nidra experience with live ambient music, aromatherapy, and aerial hammocks.**
**An Oasis of Calm in London**
### **AERIAL RELAXATION PODS - YOGA NIDRA 7:30pm-9pm session**
**UPCOMING DATES:**
* TUE, 8 Feb
* TUE, 22 Feb
* **IMPORTANT:** Please note your space is only confirmed once booked through Eventbrite. An RSVP on meetup is not sufficient to reserve a space, please book a ticket via Eventbrite, thank you!
* **Please Book here:** [https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/730pm-9pm-aerial-relaxation-pods-yoga-nidra-sound-meditation-in-hammocks-tickets-258233953707](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/730pm-9pm-aerial-relaxation-pods-yoga-nidra-sound-meditation-in-hammocks-tickets-258233953707)
**💙 We also offer Aerial Relaxation Sessions on Thursday evenings:**
* **For 7:15pm-8:30pm session, please book here:** [https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/84883457707](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/84883457707)
* **For 8:45pm -10pm session, please book here:** [https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/84878729565](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/84878729565)
**💙 We offer monthly 7:15pm-10pm 'System Reset' workshop** featuring Bioenergetic, Creative Flow & Aerial Relaxation Pods, next session on Thu, 17 Feb & 17 March - details and bookings here: [https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/123649855045](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/123649855045)
*➡️See all our upcoming wellbeing events calendar:* [ecstaticdancelondon.com/events](https://ecstaticdancelondon.com/events)
**More details about Aerial Relaxation Pods, what to bring & safety guidelines - please scroll down. \*Respectfully Socially Distanced & Covid compliant\***
Natural Building Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
🌸 Wildflowers: Our First leisurely Walk & Bloom
**Shoreham to Fackenden down circular walk (4miles).**
Are you ready to turn this digital space into real-life friendships? Community is the heartbeat of this group, and there is no better way to build it than by sharing a path together. Whether you’re here to find a new "bestie" or just want to be surrounded by supportive women, this is a space for us to grow together.
We never know—this walk might just be the first chapter in a lifetime of friendship!
**The Vibe: Connection & Nature**
The goal for our first meetup is to keep things simple and relaxed. We’ll be soaking in the fresh air and stunning views with just a tiny bit of a challenge to keep things rewarding. By late March, we hope to see the landscape waking up with varied wildflowers and, if luck is on our side, some English wild orchids.
* **Togetherness:** We’ll have plenty of time to chat, share stories, and learn about one another.
* **Your Pace:** While community is key, we also respect your personal space. Whether you feel like being chatty or prefer a moment of quiet reflection in nature, you are welcome here.
* **The Route:** Shoreham to Fackenden Down—a stunning upland walk through woods and grasslands with sweeping views.
🕒 The Logistics
* **Meet at Victoria Station:** 11:00 AM (To travel together)
* **Arrive Shoreham Station:** 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM
* **The Walk:** Approx. 2–2.5 hours at a leisurely pace. (4 miles)
* **The Finish:** We’ll end back at Shoreham Station.
* **Social Stop:** We’ll head to **The Samuel Palmer** for snacks, drinks, or a late lunch early dinner to keep the conversation going! (Optional: You can head back early to London if you do not wish to spend time at the pub)
🥾 Good to Know
* **Fitness:** To keep things "easy-paced" but interesting, please note there are **three steep slopes** and one stile to climb. A basic level of fitness and sturdy shoes will make the experience much more enjoyable!
* **Nature First:** We’ll be passing through protected sites (SSSI), so we’ll be mindful of the rare flora and fauna around us.
Note:
1\. Tickets are to be purchased at our own expense\.
2\. Meetup fees mentioned below is to cover the organizer's subscription of Meetup\.
3\. This is female only group\.
*(I will be updating more specific details soon—can’t wait to meet you all!)*
WOODWORK – SET OF STEPS
**Bookable via our website ➡️** https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/woodwork-set-of-steps-8/
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This timeless classic is taken from our favourite 1910 vintage woodwork book. It is a brand new project for our Carpentry for Beginners courses.
Take home a fabulously useful set of steps, beautifully crafted with ‘Through tenons’ and ‘shoulder’ joints. Measurements are: 53cm H x 50cm W and 55cm D when open.
Using a mixture of traditional hand tools and modern drills and saws, experienced craftsman Len Conway will guide and inspire you as he teaches age-old techniques in carpentry. As you begin learning how to make traditional wood joints in seasoned redwood, you will learn how to use and care for chisels, saws, planes and marking gauges. Len is an experienced carpenter and teacher. He conveys his skilful practical experience with light-hearted humour.
Learners will work on a variety of exercises – designed to incorporate simple to advanced joints and tools that build confidence and independence.
Over 5 specified days, we will cover many aspects of traditional carpentry tuition. There will be lots of practical exercises in each session while making a small set of steps that you will take home.
**We will get familiar with some tools of the trade:**
* Introducing basic tools. Equipping a toolbox for home carpentry.
* Timber selection/marking out and cutting. Cutting accurately with a hand saw
* Using a plane, different types of planes. Sharpening tips and practice.
* Using a chisel and its uses. Sharpening tips and practice.
**You will use planes, chisels and marking tools:**
* Simple joints and why we use them.
* Half joints, lap joints. Practice using chisels and planes.
* Bridle joints and a mortise and tenon
**You will make a simple project to take home:**
It’s fast-paced but with the support of Len, you will complete your own project to make a small set of steps.
* Work from selected pine and measure, mark and cut pieces.
* Choose and make joints, assemble and secure with adhesive or screws.
* Sand and smooth to a stage where your project is ready for staining or waxing and taken home with pride.
All personal protection, the use of tools and basic materials are included.
**This course is suitable for beginners**
BASIC TILING EVENING
**Bookable via our website ➡️** [https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/basic-tiling-evening-65/](https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/basic-tiling-evening-65/)
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Not quite sure where to start with a tiling project? A bit daunted by the thought of tiles falling off the wall if you do get them on? What about those half tiles at the corners… and what about drilling into the tile?
If the thought of tackling a tiling project yourself is terrifying, yet you yearn for the skills to have a go, then this evening or half-day weekend workshop is just for you.
In this hands-on practical workshop, an experienced tiler will guide you through choosing appropriate tiles for the job, sizing up, planning out, and preparing the surface.
You will use the correct adhesive to tile a small area and learn how to grout in between the tiles to ensure a watertight finish.
Practice cutting straight lines and curves. Come and break our tiles instead of yours while you practice.
Bring photos of problem areas and leave with expert advice and confidence to help you complete your very own project at home.
All personal protection, tools, and materials are included. Beginners welcome.
BASIC TILING MORNING
**Bookable via our website ➡️** [https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/basic-tiling-morning-75/](https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/basic-tiling-morning-75/)
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Not quite sure where to start with a tiling project? A bit daunted by the thought of tiles falling off the wall if you do get them on? What about those half tiles at the corners… and cutting a curved shape?
If the idea of tackling a tiling project yourself is terrifying, yet you yearn for the skills to have a go, then this weekday morning workshop is just for you.
In this hands-on practical workshop, we will guide you through choosing appropriate tiles for the job, sizing up, planning out, and preparing the surface.
You will use the correct adhesive to tile a small area and learn how to grout in between the tiles to ensure a watertight finish.
You will also practice cutting straight lines and curves. Come and break our tiles instead of yours while you practice.
Bring photos of problem areas and leave with expert advice and confidence to help you complete your very own project at home.
All personal protection, tools, and materials are included. Suitable for absolute beginners. Enjoyable for everyone.
FREE Midweek Hike. Lord Rothschild's Tring Park and the Grand Union Canal.
This walk takes us into the heart of the **Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty**, beginning at **Tring Station**. We’ll start gently along the **Grand Union Canal**, passing through Dixon’s Gap and the old **Wilstone Step Locks**, before looping around **Marston Vale Nature Reserve** – a peaceful spot loved by birdwatchers.
From there we’ll follow the brook into Tring and pick up the ancient **Icknield Way**, often called Britain’s oldest road. The trail soon opens up into **Tring Park**, once landscaped by Lord Rothschild. It’s a quirky place with sweeping lawns, hidden follies and woodland paths. Back in the 1880s, Rothschild even filled the park with exotic animals – imagine giraffes and kangaroos roaming the English countryside!
We finish by joining the **Ridgeway National Trail**, winding back towards Tring for our train home. This is a sociable countryside walk with a mix of canals, nature, and history – just the right balance for a relaxed day out.
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## 🕘 Schedule & Meeting Info
* **Meeting Time:** 09:25 at London Euston Station (outside the main ticket office)
* **Train Departure:** 09:54 to Tring (arrives 10:32, 38 mins)
* **Hike Start:** 10:40 at Tring Station
* **Lunch:** Packed lunch, snacks, and water
* **Finish:** Approx. 16:30 at Tring Station
* **Return to London:** Trains every 30–40 mins
🎫 Train fare not included – Return to Tring
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## 📍 Hike Overview
* **Grade:** Beginner/Intermediate 🥾🥾
* **Distance:** 16 km
* **Hiking Time:** 4.5 hrs (plus breaks)
* **Ascent:** 195 m
* **Terrain:** Canal paths, fields, parkland, woodland trails
* **Pace:** Steady social walk
* **Hike Leader:** Gary – 07968585224
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## 🎒 What to Bring
✅ Hiking boots or sturdy shoes
✅ Waterproof jacket & suitable layers
✅ Packed lunch, water & snacks
✅ Travelcard or contactless for train
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💬 **What to Expect**
Our hikes are social, inclusive, and fun. Expect a welcoming community of Londoners, expats, solo walkers, professionals, and nature lovers. Most people join solo – and leave with new friends.
🧭 **Qualified, Insured Hike Leaders**
All GO London events are led by qualified, experienced, and fully insured hike leaders, trained in outdoor safety, navigation, and group management.
✅ RSVP now – spaces are limited.
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## 📲 Stay Connected
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DIY IN A DAY – DRILLS
**Bookable via our website ➡️** https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/diy-in-a-day-drills-342/
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Learn the basics at this fast-paced but relaxed one-day workshop.
A perfect starter for all those annoying jobs around the house that you feel you should be able to tackle…if only you knew how. We know it’s frustrating to wait for it to be done and then get charged for it and we understand it can be a bit daunting to head into a wall with a power drill.
Pick up the skills to hang curtains, blinds, and simple shelves on any wall. Learn to drill into wood, brick, tiles, or hollow walls with confidence. We will show you how to judge what is behind the walls before you drill.
An enjoyable ‘ hands-on’ one-day workshop that covers many of the common aspects of basic DIY. If you have just bought your home and have realized it didn’t include a landlord to fix stuff, or just don’t want to rely on someone else, this day is for you. There is plenty of time to practice on several exercises over the day.
The workshop also covers hanging pictures and heavier objects like mirrors, cupboards, and flat-screen TVs. You will learn how to hang a hook, fix a baton, and then a pair of level shelf brackets.
Finish off the day learning how to fit shelves into awkward alcoves – a handy skill you can use to fit work surfaces too. Learn how to select the correct drill bit, wall fixing, and screw to secure things confidently. The day will also include a chance to fill small and medium holes in wood and walls to prepare your surfaces for painting.
Along the way, we show you how to remove old wall fixings and what to do with the ones you can’t. This a fun fast day with plenty of tools to try and lots of advice on which tools to have in a basic toolkit. If you are thinking of upgrading your drill, you can test all of the ones we use and feel more knowledgeable about what you want to buy.
This course is especially suitable if you are not handy or if you are able, but not that confident, about tackling small but important tasks in your home. We will also suggest how to tell if a task is appropriate for DIY or GSI (Get Someone In).
You will take home a set of skills that will last a lifetime.
All tools and materials included. Perfect for beginners.
Natural Building Events Near You
Connect with your local Natural Building community
SOLD OUT- Adventures in Ecological Horticulture
w Rebecca McMackin
Free at Bexley Library
Adventures in Ecological Horticulture
with Rebecca McMackin
Wednesday, March 18
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Gone are the days when a garden could be ornamental alone. We now recognize the impact that our land care practices have on the ecosystems around us, and can see the importance of encouraging biodiversity. Thankfully, we do not need to sacrifice beauty when we invite butterflies and songbirds into our gardens.
Rebecca McMackin has cultivated gorgeous landscapes in the toughest environments possible: urban parks, school playgrounds, and the sidewalks of New York City. She will take lessons from her work at Brooklyn Bridge Park, the Brooklyn Museum, and decades of research to share how those of us who are fortunate enough to care for land, can do it beautifully and ecologically.
Rebecca McMackin is an ecologically obsessed horticulturist and garden designer. She writes, lectures, and teaches on ecological landscape management and pollination ecology, as well as designs the rare public garden.
She is currently Lead Horticulturist for the American Horticultural Society, an Associate with the Harvard Divinity School’s Thinking with Plants and Fungi Initiative, and Consulting Arboretum Curator for Woodlawn Cemetery in the Bronx, NY.
Rebecca spent a decade as Director of Horticulture of Brooklyn Bridge Park, where she managed 85 acres of diverse parkland organically. Their research into cultivating urban biodiversity and ethical management strategies has influenced thousands of people and entire urban parks systems to adopt similar approaches.
She has been published by and featured in the New York Times, Gardens Illustrated, on NPR and PBS. Her garden for the Brooklyn Museum recently won the PPA’s Award of Excellence and her TED Talk has been viewed over a million times. She holds M.Sc. from Columbia University and University of Victoria in landscape design and biology and recently completed the Loeb Fellowship at the
Harvard Graduate School of Design.
This program is presented in partnership with Rooted in Bexley and generously funded by the Bexley Community Foundation and Bexley Community Author Series Fund.
Nature Loving Fest | Spring Edition
Join us for the Spring edition of [Nature Loving Fest](https://www.facebook.com/events/895148649812928), a small, thoughtfully curated outdoor gathering celebrating vegan eats, handmade goods, and the beauty of the season.
Formerly known as our Vegan Pop-Up, this new chapter reflects what the event has always been — a space rooted in nature, community, and intentional living. Expect around 20 local vendors offering seasonal vegan eats, small-batch bakes, handcrafted goods, and earth-conscious products.
Come support local makers, share good food, and celebrate the beginning of a new season with us.
Admission is Free.
Psychic Development Series II - Pueo Group
Private Group. Closed to the Public
Knowing ourselves and understanding our abilities is the first step toward wielding our gifts with control and accuracy.
In subsequent classes we will verify and hone our talents with activities and discussion. These are hands-on workshops and participation is expected.
The goal of our series will be to develop expertise in areas of particular interest such as mediumship, channeling, divination, healing and, etc.. Our ultimate directions will be determined by class members as we evolve.
I look forward to sharing and discovering with you. - Cynthia
The Power of the Subconscious Mind - Free Lecture
**How to take control of your subconscious and harness its power!**
Join us for an eye-opening lecture where the speaker will break down complex ideas in a clear and practical way.
You’ll gain insights into:
✅ The true definition of the subconscious
✅ How it generates unwanted emotions
✅ Its real purpose and function
✅ What determines the pressure it exerts on you
And the most important topic:
**How do you take control of your subconscious!**
But this isn’t just another lecture where you sit and listen passively. It’s interactive and engaging—you can ask questions at any time.
📅 Reserve your spot now!
Seats are limited, so don’t wait too long to sign up.
Location: 1266 Dublin Rd, Columbus, OH 43215
Hosted by the Hubbard Dianetics Foundation
Would Soothing Sound Bath
Join Sacred Sound Alchemy Columbus for a transformative Sound Bath experience that will take you on a journey of self-discovery and healing. Immerse yourself in the powerful vibrations of various sound instruments like crystal singing bowls and rain drums, carefully orchestrated to balance your chakras and uplift your spirit. The soothing sounds will help you release negative energy, reduce stress, and promote deep relaxation.
This event is perfect for those seeking a moment of tranquility and a chance to connect with their inner selves. Whether you are new to sound healing or a seasoned practitioner, you will benefit from the harmonious frequencies that will resonate with your body and soul. Come and allow yourself to be enveloped in a wave of healing energy, leaving you refreshed, rejuvenated, and ready for life's next chapter.
Please bring something comfortable to lay on like a yoga mat. Being a pillow for your head or for under your knees and a blanket to cover over yourou. The library can get cold. Bring some water to help flush your body for after the session.
Home Hydroponics with Dr. Tim McDermott - Powell (Free Class at Library)
Home Hydroponics with Dr. Tim McDermott
Thursday, March 26
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Delaware County- Liberty Branch Library
Liberty Community Room A
http://maps.google.com/?q=Liberty+Branch+Library,7468+Steitz+Road,,OH,43065
Learn the basics of home hydroponic gardening with Dr. Tim McDermott from OSU Extension. [Free but Registration required.
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Home hydroponics is a rapidly growing way for people to have fresh produce year-round, without needing to visit the grocery store. Come hear from Dr. Tim McDermott, Agriculture and Natural Resource Educator for OSU Extension, about the basics of home hydroponics and what you need to get started with your own indoor garden.
Soul Soothing Sound Bath
Join Sacred Sound Alchemy Columbus for a transformative Sound Bath experience that will take you on a journey of self-discovery and healing. Immerse yourself in the powerful vibrations of various sound instruments like crystal singing bowls and rain drums, carefully orchestrated to balance your chakras and uplift your spirit. The soothing sounds will help you release negative energy, reduce stress, and promote deep relaxation.
This event is perfect for those seeking a moment of tranquility and a chance to connect with their inner selves. Whether you are new to sound healing or a seasoned practitioner, you will benefit from the harmonious frequencies that will resonate with your body and soul. Come and allow yourself to be enveloped in a wave of healing energy, leaving you refreshed, rejuvenated, and ready for life's next chapter.
Please bring something comfortable to lay on like a yoga mat. Being a pillow for your head or for under your knees and a blanket to cover over yourou. The library can get cold. Bring some water to help flush your body for after the session.



















