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Hostess: Layla \*This event is a collaboration with other meetup groups and social networks and it will be well attended \*To attend this event you need to buy a ticket from [https://www.fatsoma.com/e/iyollxtj/33-off-10-big-singles-social-at-home-house-studio-members-club-all-ages-welcome](https://www.fatsoma.com/e/iyollxtj/33-off-10-big-singles-social-at-home-house-studio-members-club-all-ages-welcome) Join us to socialise like a royal, in an elegant and relaxed singles mix and mingle while enjoying luscious cocktails at the most exclusive venue! The event will not have any loud music, making the environment perfect for meaningful long conversations that will allow you to connect with the other attendees and get to know them! Whether you are looking for a partner or just to meet and connect with other people who are at the same phase of life, this the event for you! You never know who you meet in this evening and that is the beauty of it! You may find a friend forever, a party buddy, a partner in crime or a partner in life! Since this is a mix and mingle and not a speed dating there is no age range- in a social pool everybody is welcome and you can choose to speak to whoever you fancy. Connect with like minded people and open your social circle, enjoy chatting about anything and everything, with those you like, for as long as you like while sipping on the best cocktails in town made by award- winning mixologists. If you find somebody who you think you have a connection with, dare to ask their contact details right then and there... like the old times ;) Oh! and you don't need to ask the awkward question: 'so are you single?' because they all will be! You are welcome to arrive solo- most people do- or with friends, we will be there to welcome you, make you feel comfortable and act as the perfect glue among those who wish to. Attendees from past events always feel welcome and energised after our events. Our reputation says that we make the best events in London - so come and check by yourself! Home Grown is the private members’ club, not open usually to the public, set in a stunning six story Georgian building in the heart of Marylebone and part of the Home House Collection which exudes quality, sophistication and style. Hosting our event at Home Grown members club, with its home away-from-home atmosphere, is everything you could possibly want on a Saturday evening This is a unique opportunity to visit the venue which should not be missed! How to find us: When you arrive please come on the first floor . Any issue on the night feel free to contact Layla: 07377544606 or Marianna: 07949526733 Please Note: -Tickets need to be bought online and are not available at the door -Tickets are valid for entry till midnight -Dress code: Smart/ Elegant/Glamorous ( ripped jeans, t-shirts, hoodies, sportwear, sportshoes or trainers are not allowed) -A valid proof of ID (European Passport, Driving License, or Passport) is required upon arrival independently of the age for security reasons For general inquires or difficulties with your ticket booking feel free to e-mail us at benetoupromotions@gmail.com or call Marianna on: 07949526733 How to connect with us: Like and follow our facebook page: [https://www.facebook.com/mariannaland](https://www.facebook.com/mariannaland) Join our facebook group: [ https://www.facebook.com/groups/453202104877514](https://www.facebook.com/groups/453202104877514) Follow us on twitter:@Mariannasevents

The 5Rhythms® is a simple movement meditation practice designed to release the dancer that lives in everybody, no matter what shape, size, age, limitation and experience. The 5Rhythms® are Flow, Staccato, Chaos, Lyrical and Stillness. They come together to create a Wave, a movement meditation practice. There are no steps to follow. Bring your friends, your heart, willingness to move and bottle of water. Cash / card / PayPall/ bank transfer at the door or pre register: info@5rhythmswithkat.com >  £20 regular / £22 abundance for those in position to support our community / £16 concession for unemployed www.5Rhythms.com (http://www.5rhythms.com/classes/BareSoulsRhythmsclass-136) we are on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/BareSouls.5Rhythsm.withKat/) http://photos4.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/c/d/d/600_437763293.jpeg

After breaking onto the scene in 2024 with his debut album, Keep Your Feet, he cultivated a growing fan base with a steady stream of hit singles. His 2025 release, “Make Me Feel,” propelled him to viral success. Its success opened the door to a major collaboration with Khalid, pairing his polished production style with one of pop and R&B’s most distinctive voices, further cementing his crossover appeal. His latest single, “i think i’m addicted,” a collaboration with Haley Joelle, explores a softer emotional register, balancing vocal intimacy with spacious, synth-led production He is returning to England with a new tour at the iconic Fabric Tickets available at this link: https://ra.co/events/2397240 Any more questions feel free to message me here or on WhatsApp at +447730463675 and we will also have a WhatsApp group for the event which you can join more details on where we will meet for drinks beforehand will be sorted nearer the date

### ECSTATIC DANCE LONDON presents: ## 🌎CACAO DANCE TRIBE: **Afro House & World Beats Ecstatic Dance + Cacao Ceremony** **(DJ & live percussion set)** **Friday Night \| 7:45PM–10:15PM** **Fruit Social: 10:15PM–10:45PM** **Tufnell Park, London** Immerse yourself in an **ecstatic dance journey** infused with **Afro House rhythms, world beats, and live percussion**. Move freely, connect deeply, and let the music take you on a powerful journey of embodiment, release and ecstasy. We’ll open the evening with a dance movement warmup, then shift to a **heart-opening raw vegan cacao ceremony** and positive intention setting ritual, tuning in together before the main dance Wave begins. **Please note:** an RSVP here on meetup is not a ticket. To reserve your place please book via eventbrite. Thank you x **🎫Tickets:** [https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ecstatic-dance-london-cacao-dance-tribe-wellness-rave-cacao-ceremony-tickets-498619222517](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ecstatic-dance-london-cacao-dance-tribe-wellness-rave-cacao-ceremony-tickets-498619222517) **🌟 Join the Mailing list for EVENT UPDATES & DISCOUNTS:** [https://ecstaticdancelondon.myflodesk.com/we-are-london](https://ecstaticdancelondon.myflodesk.com/we-are-london) **📣Join our WhatsApp Community:** [https://chat.whatsapp.com/IuJVuQiUmENDJGD7bhYRZr?mode=ems_copy_t](https://chat.whatsapp.com/IuJVuQiUmENDJGD7bhYRZr?mode=ems_copy_t) **✨Follow us on Instagram:** [https://www.instagram.com/ecstaticdance_london?igsh=MXFmdm01NzRtd2xndg%3D%3D&utm_source=qr](https://www.instagram.com/ecstaticdance_london?igsh=MXFmdm01NzRtd2xndg%3D%3D&utm_source=qr) **What to Expect?** ✨ Uplifting **Afro House**, **Brazilian grooves**, and **organic world rhythms** 🥁 **Live percussion** bringing fire and soul to the dancefloor 🍫 **Raw ceremonial cacao** to open your heart and elevate your energy 💃 Freestyle, expressive movement & moving meditation 🍉 **Optional fruit social** afterwards to nourish and connect No alcohol, no drugs, just rhythm, breath, and community. This is one of London’s most loved **sober Friday night dance experiences**, where you can shake off the week’s stress and celebrate life through movement. ### About Cacao Dance Tribe Founded in 2017, **Cacao Dance Tribe** was one of the world’s first **Cacao Ceremony + Ecstatic Dance** events, originally held in Camden. After a pause during the pandemic, we’re thrilled to have **revived the tribe in Tufnell Park since 2023,** co-created by the **Ecstatic Dance London** community, pioneers of the UK’s sober dance movement since 2009. No dance experience needed — everyone is welcome. We also offer limited **free crew spaces** — scroll below for details and sign-up. **Music Vibe:** Afro House \| World Beats \| Brazilian \| Organic Rhythms

Experience a great Summer night of Latin rock, with a celebration of the brilliant music of Santana. Multiple Grammy Award winner Carlos Santana's career has spanned over 50 years. With his instantly recognisable sound and style, Carlos is the established king of latin rock. Corazon is a labour of love - a heartfelt tribute from skilled musicians who hold a deep love for Santana's music. Expect to hear fabulous covers of material spanning the great man's career - from the brilliant first Santana album in 1969, through much-loved classic recordings such as *Smooth, Oye Como Va, Black Magic Woman .*.. and more! Ticketed event. Just £10 buytickets.at/surreyrhythmandblues

Circling is a present-moment relational awareness practice. We’re bringing our attention to what’s unfolding in real time, repeatedly returning to what’s happening within ourselves, between us and in the shared space of the group. We practice approaching our own experience and the experience of others with curiosity, becoming more aware of the subtleties of what is present. The emphasis is on staying in contact with your experience as it unfolds. The unfolding may be quiet and internal or it may lead to words – naming sensations, thoughts, emotions, impulses or perceptions. It might also include movement or other non-verbal expression. The idea is not to try to change what’s there, but to become more aware of what it is and how we are meeting it and relating to it in the moment. Often awareness follows expression and this is okay too. We are all swimming in the ocean of the unknown. Occasionally the whale lifts its head above the surface and we catch a glimpse – a moment of seeing something about ourselves that we hadn’t noticed before. Over time, many people find that this kind of awareness practice deepens their sense of aliveness and helps them notice patterns in how they relate to themselves and others. With ongoing practice, some people discover an increased capacity to be with themselves and others in a more conscious, grounded, flexible and responsive way – where we can experience ourselves as active participants in our lives rather than passive reactors to what is happening internally or around us. Both those new to Circling and those with more experience are very welcome. To reserve your place, transfer £18 via my eventbrite page: **[https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/robyn-wilford-29457876735](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/robyn-wilford-29457876735)** Any questions, please direct message me here or email: [robyncontact365@gmail.com](http://robyncontact365@gmail.com) We’ll start at 7pm (arrive from 6.50pm) and will finish at 9pm. There will be some optional hang out time after 9pm. Opposite Elephant & Castle tube and Thameslink train station, and numerous bus routes. **Facilitation and Terms of Service** This is a facilitated group practice but not group therapy and not psychotherapy. Because of my NARM background and own personal journey, I value personal choice, agency and emergent self-awareness. Participants are encouraged to stay connected to their own pace and to keep checking in with themselves throughout the practice – noticing what feels supportive, what feels like too much, and what they may need in any moment. There’s no expectation to be vulnerable or to share anything that feels too personal or emotional and you are always welcome to speak, remain silent, pause, step back and take a break, leave or ask for what you want, including asking for support. Participants are also invited to respect one another’s pace and boundaries. The intention of my Circling leadership is to support myself and people in staying present with their experience while in relationship with others, and to develop greater awareness of how they are meeting that experience. Having said that, like solo meditation, it’s normal that we will all repeatedly lose presence and Circling can sometimes evoke strong emotions or reactions in people which can be difficult for them and challenging for others in the space to navigate. If you find the prospect of this potentially destabilising or overwhelming, or if you are currently experiencing significant emotional distress or instability in your life that might be exacerbated by this type of group environment, or if you are unsure you’ll be able to take care of yourself and ensure the practice works for you, then please contact me before registering so we can discuss further. By registering you acknowledge that you have read and agree to the above.

Come join us for after work drinks at Aces & Eights, the fantastic bar and music venue with a great selection of beverages and delicious pizzas (including vegan options). For the newbies, look for an inflatable animal.... Nearest tube station (northern line): Tuffnel Park Nearest overground station is Kentish town (20 min walk away)

Yoga in Hyde Park for people seeking real connection - movement, presence, eye contact and trust beyond words. This is a **gentle open-air partner yoga experience for people who want to feel more connected -** to themselves, to others, and to real human presence in a city where meaningful connection is often missing. Not a fitness class. Not speed dating. Not about perfect yoga poses. Through simple partner yoga practices, eye contact, breathing, balance and movement, we explore how trust, openness, support and connection naturally appear between people. It` s a true soul date that makes you see the Universe in the stranger eyes. Or your own reflection. 💛 No yoga experience required. Just you. And you can smile. Just presence, movement, contact, and a little courage to meet another human being beyond words. 🌿 Open-air sessions in Hyde Park 🧘 Beginner-friendly 💫 **Come alone or with a friend/partner** **🧘‍♂️ Bring your own yoga mat or any cover to use** 🤍 Open to everyone 18+ 🫶 Donation is welcome: pay what feels comfortable The practice is based on the Sacred Yoga system created by Ivan Petkanych and facilitated by trained practitioners in yoga therapy, psychotherapy, and transformational group work. 🫶 **Trauma-aware & safe space**. ⏱️ Time: Saturdays, 12 pm (please, arrive on time for us to head to the practice spot inside of the park at 12) 📍Meeting point: Hyde Park Corner Station exit (near the arch/gate entrance) [🔗Place](https://maps.app.goo.gl/BPbgWeTQPbfqzo3b8) For any inquiries, feel free to: email us at c.space.cic@gmail.com call or WhatsApp at 07577657108 (Kristina), 07879060225 (Lana)

Sunday Soul & Motown Chill, The Perfect End to Your Weekend! Looking to meet new people, escape your comfort zone and Get A Social Life. Meet new people to socialise with, make new friends and have a fun day out listening to great music with awesome vibes and of cause a glass of wine. Come wind down with us on Sunday afternoon! We bring you the very best classic Soul, Motown, 70s/80s grooves and Lovers Rock, smooth, warm, timeless music that everyone loves. **Our signature style:** NO loud DJ – music is played at the perfect volume: loud enough to feel the groove, quiet enough to chat, laugh and mingle comfortably with new people, no shouting over noise! ✅ EVERY TICKET INCLUDES 1 FREE DRINK, CHOOSE WHAT YOU LOVE:FRESH FRUITY SANGRIA (cold, refreshing – perfect after the hot weekend!)OR Wine / Beer / Soft Drink, whatever you prefer ✅ Cosy, intimate space ✅ Friendly, relaxed atmosphere, great way to finish the weekend ✅ Everyone welcome, whether you’ve been to our parties or this is your first time! **PLEASE DO NOT RSVP UNLESS YOU HAVE PAID, OR YOUR RSVP WILL CHANGE TO NOT GOING. PAYMENT TO PAY VIA LINK BELOW, CLICK ATTENDING** [Sunday Soul & Motown Chill, With Free Glass Of Wine , Sun, Jun 21, 2026, 3:00 PM | Meetup](https://www.meetup.com/passionate-about-travelling-food-and-events/events/314987673/?slug=passionate-about-travelling-food-and-events&isFirstPublish=true) **Price Non refundable Unless Cancelled Minus Booking Fees** £12 Per Person Early Bird £15 Per Person Standard £18 On The Door Spaces Limited – Book Early **Need further assistance please email contact@getasociallife.co.uk** **My number just in case 07957320516** 📌 Follow us for all events: Eventbrite For Notification → eventbrite.co.uk/o/get-a-social-life-41821806623 Instagram → @geta.sociallife Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/groups/1563212443940759 WhatsApp (admin posts only No Spamming) → https://chat.whatsapp.com/IcWKFkGs2Cp5xrtCnzaT3z

**Host: Van** \*This event is a collaboration with other groups and social networks and it will be well attended \*To attend this event you need to buy a ticket from [https://www.fatsoma.com/e/yr1rui9l/speed-dating-42-59-at-bocca-lounge-south-kensington](https://www.fatsoma.com/e/yr1rui9l/speed-dating-42-59-at-bocca-lounge-south-kensington) Age range: 42-59 ( as a general guide) Join us for a fun and relaxed night of a slow dating and socialising in South Kensington! Αre you finding 4 mins too little time to decide if you wish to meet the other person again or not? Don't worry, come slow dating and have 6-8 minutes dates! Speak with 10-15 people of the opposite sex for 6-8 mins each then select who you like and leave with the contact details of some potential lovers! After the slow dating we stay for socialising so you speak more to the people who you like! The next day you receive the next day the contact details\* of your mutual matches (people you have selected and they have selected you back) at your e-mail! We don't send you to date in a online platform...We send you to date in real life with confidence! We run speed and slow dating events for more than a decade now and we are proud to say that they actually work! People that meet in our dating events date after, some make long term relationships, and some move together and we even had some marriages ! If this is your first time attending a slow dating there is nothing to worry about , we will be there to welcome you, put you at ease and explain you the process. Bocca lounge, is a multi-faceted instagrammable gem located at the heart of south kensington, serving a wide varying choice of non-alcoholic and alcoholic drinks to be accompanied with high-calibre shishas. For those hungry bocca lounge serves also amazing Mediterranean cuisine! The program of the night is 5:30-6:00 Registration 6:00pm-6:45pm First session of the Slow Dating 6:45pm-7:00pm Break-Socialising 7:00pm-7:45 pm Second session of Slow Dating 7:45pm Speed Dating finishes and Socialising starts How to find us: Just come inside and ask for Marianna's Slow Dating / Van . Any issue on the night feel free to call Van: 07587546857 For general inquires or difficulties with your ticket booking feel free to e-mail us at benetoupromotions@gmail.com or call Marianna on: 07949526733 \* By participating to the event you agree to have your details that you submitted to us passed to your mutual matches ( people that you will select on the form that will be given to you during the event and they will select you back). \*Our company is registered with ICO. so you contact details are safe with us Please Note: -Tickets need to be bought online and are not available at the door -Dress code: Elegant/Smart/Office Attire/Smart Casual ( Smart jeans are alright but ripped jeans, t-shirts, hoodies, sportwear, sportshoes or trainers are not allowed) -A valid proof of ID (Passport, Driving License, or National ID) is required upon arrival independently of the age for security reasonsSlow Dating (42-59) at Bocca Lounge, South Kensington

**Hostess: Layla** \*This event is a collaboration with other groups and social networks and it will be well attended \*To attend this event you need to buy a ticket from [https://www.fatsoma.com/e/oxy6ie6k/slow-dating-27-44-and-party-in-soho-zebrano-complimentary-glass-of-prosecco-happy-hour-karaoke-access-and-djs](https://www.fatsoma.com/e/oxy6ie6k/slow-dating-27-44-and-party-in-soho-zebrano-complimentary-glass-of-prosecco-happy-hour-karaoke-access-and-djs) Age range: 27-44 ( as a general guide) Join us for a fun and relaxed night of a slow dating and socialising in Soho! Αre you finding 4 mins too little time to decide if you wish to meet the other person again or not? Don't worry, come slow dating and have 6-8 minutes dates! Speak with 10-15 people of the opposite sex for 6-8 mins each then select who you like and leave with the contact details of some potential lovers! After the speed dating we stay for socialising and partying! The next day you will receive the contact details\* of your mutual matches (people you have selected and they have selected you back) at your e-mail! We don't send you to date in a online platform...We send you to date in real life with confidence! We run speed and slow dating events for more than a decade now and we are proud to say that they actually work! People that meet in our dating events date after, some make long term relationships, and some move together and we even had some marriages ! If this is your first time attending a speed dating there is nothing to worry about , we will be there to welcome you, put you at ease and explain you the process. Happy Hour till 8pm! Karaoke access after 11pm Complimentary Glass of Prosecco served after the speed dating in order to get you ready for the party The program of the night is 7:00-7:15 Registration 7:15pm-7:45pm First session of the Slow Dating 7:45pm-8:00pm Break-Socialising 8:00pm-8:45 pm Second session of Slow Dating 8:45pm Speed Dating finishes and Socialising starts- Complimentary glass of prosecco is served Dress code is smart/ elegant/ Smart Casual (smart dark jeans are fine but ripped jeans, sportswear, trainers/sportshoes and hats are not allowed). Zebrano Soho is a vibrant cocktail bar, restaurant, and nightclub in the beating heart of London’s most iconic entertainment district. Zebrano is more than just a venue – it’s a celebration of fun, flavour, and feel-good vibes. It offers amazing cocktails , great cuisine, multiple rooms and an outdoor rooftop terrace At Zebrano, we serve up delicious food, killer cocktails, and the best tunes in town – all in a space designed to make great nights unforgettable. Come for the vibe. Stay for the party. Leave with a story. For security reasons every guest must carry photographic ID with them (Driver’s License, European ID or Passport) independently of the age. Tickets are valid for entry till 11pm How to find us: Just come inside and ask for Marianna's Speed Dating / Layla. Any issue on the night feel free to call Layla: 07377544606 For general inquires or difficulties with your ticket booking feel free to e-mail us at benetoupromotions@gmail.com or call Marianna on: 07949526733 \* By participating to the event you agree to have your details that you submitted to us passed to your mutual matches ( people that you will select on the form that will be given to you during the event and they will select you back). \*Our company is registered with ICO. so you contact details are safe with us Please Note: -Tickets need to be bought online and are not available at the door -Dress code: Elegant/Smart/Office Attire/Smart Casual ( Smart jeans are alright but ripped jeans, t-shirts, hoodies, sportwear, sportshoes or trainers are not allowed) -A valid proof of ID (Passport, Driving License, or National ID) is required upon arrival independently of the age for security reasons

Join us for these monthly transformational rite-of-passage urban retreats from Winter Solstice 2025 to Summer Solstice 2026. **One Day/3-Month Bundle/Full 6-Month Pass** **One Saturday a Month 11:45am-9:45pm** Step into a day of movement, breath, cacao ceremony, nervous system reset, and ritual. **Book a single day, a season, or walk the full path.** **Please note:** Meetup has incorrect dates. Please confirm the correct date via Eventbrite. Thank you! **More information & booking:** [https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1977608427041?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1977608427041?aff=oddtdtcreator) ⸻ **URBAN RETREATS** – Join us for our Epic Transformational Day Retreats You’ll build emotional resilience, deepen body awareness, strengthen boundaries, unlock creativity, and reconnect with your natural vitality. Each of our all day gatherings offers tools to release stress, regulate your nervous system, expand your relational confidence, and reconnect with joy through movement, breath and ritual. Participants often describe feeling clearer, softer, more alive, and more connected to themselves and community. **How can you join?** • One Day Pass – book the exact date(s) you want • 3-Month Bundle – choose any 3 dates (consecutive or non-consecutive) • Full 6-Month Pass – attend the entire journey All events are alcohol-free, drug-free, phone-free and open to all levels. ⸻ **DATES** **All events run approx 11:45am–10pm** • Sat 20 December 2025 — Winter Solstice Gathering • Sat 24 January 2026 — The Ritual • Sat 21 February 2026 — The Big Love Experience • Sat 21 March 2026 — TRYBE® • Sat 25 April 2026 — Rebellious Spirit • Sat 23 May 2026 — The Ritual (Return) • Sat 20 June 2026 — Summer Solstice Gathering ⸻ **WHAT HAPPENS EACH MONTH** **Each gathering follows a 3-part structure:** **1\. Morning Workshop \(11:45am–2:30pm\)** Depending on the month: Creative Flow Dojo® / Tantric Trance Dance / Bioenergetic Alchemy / TRYBE® Trance Dance / Rebellious Spirit Movement / etc. Sessions include: guided creativity, shamanic trance dance, bioenergetics, emotional release, embodiment, movement meditation. **2\. Afternoon Workshop \(3:30pm–5:45pm\)** A mix of Conscious Connections practices, Ritual Breathwork, Bioenergetic Breathwork, inner-work processes or relational embodied practices. **3\. Evening Ecstatic Dance \+ Cacao \(7pm–9:45pm\)** A no-talking, phone-free ecstatic dance with cacao ceremony. Featuring different genre events. Always includes: cacao ceremony + optional fruit social. ⸻ **THE THEMES MONTH BY MONTH** DEC — Winter Solstice: Envision 2026 + Ritual Breath + MEDICINA JAN — The Ritual: Tantric Trance Dance + Ritual Breath + SHAMANIC BASS TEMPLE FEB — The Big Love Experience: Bioenergetic Alchemy + Breath of Love + MY ECSTATIC ODYSSEY MAR — TRYBE®: Shamanic Trance Dance + Rage Ritual™ + PRANA MYSTIC APR — Rebellious Spirit: Embodiment + Bioenergetics & Breathwork + RIGHT HERE RIGHT NOW MAY — The Ritual (Return): Tantric Trance Dance + Ritual Breath + SHAMANIC BASS TEMPLE JUN — Summer Solstice: Trance Dance + Breathwork + MEDICINA ⸻ **TICKET OPTIONS** **FULL DAY PASS** (Standard Single Day) • Full Day – £60 ⸻ **3-MONTH SEASON BUNDLE** Choose any 3 months across the cycle. Attend the full days on those dates. • 3 x Bundle Price: £150 (Save £30) ⸻ **FULL 6-MONTH PASS — THE SOLSTICE PATH** Your complete transformational arc from darkness to height of summer. Includes: • All 7 full-day gatherings: £245 (Save £105) ⸻ **WHO THESE EVENTS ARE FOR** • Anyone craving deeper embodiment, clarity and community • Ecstatic dancers, creatives, seekers, and stressed Londoners • People wanting structure, ritual and soulful modern practice ⸻

Main Library, Meeting Room 2B Join us for a welcoming evening of reflection, gentle music, and meaningful conversation. We’ll begin with a short grounding moment, followed by a brief reading from spiritual or philosophical traditions, and an open reflection circle where participants can share (or simply listen). Libera Animae is an interfaith community focused on inner growth, creativity, and authentic connection. All backgrounds are welcome.

**Soulbits Circle: A Monthly Gathering** **Every fragment of your story is medicine; come weave it into being** **Hosted by: Caitlynn Fortson** **[www.kalikwellnesswithin.org](www.kalikwellnesswithin.org) \| [www.centerfornewlife.org](www.centerfornewlife.org)** **The Center for New Life or Virtual, upon request** **Monthly Circles \| Fridays 6:30\-7:30PM** **Upcoming Dates: 5/1, 5/29, 6/26, 7/24, 8/28, 9/25, 10/23, 11/27, 12/18** A monthly healing space where we gather to tend the pieces of ourselves and weave them back into wholeness that we are. Each session opens with a Soulbits oracle image setting the tone for the gathering we will move through. We will come together to honor the natural rhythms of rooting, rising, releasing, and receiving; the cycles that shape the soul’s journey. Through the four pillars of being: mindset, movement, connection & nourishment, we will create a space where imagery, sensation, and community weave together. Where the body becomes the guide, images act as mirrors, and the soul speaks. This circle is about noticing what rises, honoring what’s true, and reconnecting with the parts of yourself ready to be seen. This is a space to gather your scattered pieces, soften your body, and return to your truth with community by your side. Soulbits Circle is a reminder that every fragment of your story, every soulbit, belongs. Together we weave them into the blooming wholeness that you are. *Energy Exchange: 1-group $20-40 or 6-group $115* *Payment Options: Venmo or Cash* **Please RSVP to [Caitlynn](https://kalikwellnesswithin.org/) via** **email @ [kalik.wellnesswithin@gmail.com](mailto:kalik.wellnesswithin@gmail.com)** **text @ ‪(614) 407-4021‬** 💫

Let's talk about relationships in such a way that you can really benefit from the knowledge. We can talk about * Soulmates * How to start a relationship * How to maintain a relationship * How to pick the right partner * How to recognize the red flags * How to improve communication * How to avoid argument and fights * How to increase trust You ask the questions, we'll talk about them. Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there. This group is sponsored the Dianetics & Scientology Self-Improvement Center.

Welcome to Drunken Philosophy, a casual, curious, social discussion club. Come grab a drink and a seat at The Oracle. **Optional topic for this meetup: Where is everybody?** In 1950 the physicist Enrico Fermi was talking about aliens over lunch and asked a question that still has not gone away: if the universe is so vast and so old, and even a fraction of those billions of stars have planets, where is everyone? By the numbers the galaxy should be crowded with civilizations. Instead we look up and hear silence. That gap between "they should be everywhere" and "we see no one" is the Fermi Paradox. One of the most unsettling answers is the idea of a **Great Filter**: somewhere on the road from dead chemistry to a galaxy-spanning civilization, there is at least one step that is almost impossible to get past. Maybe the filter is behind us. Maybe life starting at all, or simple cells becoming complex, or intelligence ever evolving, is the freak accident, and we already cleared the hard part. Or maybe the filter is ahead of us, and advanced civilizations reliably wipe themselves out before they spread. Here is the part that messes with people. If we ever found life somewhere else, even pond scum on Mars, most people would call it the greatest discovery in history. But it might be the worst possible news. It would mean life is common, the early steps are easy, and the hard step is still in front of us. So the eerie silence overhead might actually be the best sign we could ask for. **Questions to wrestle with:** * Is it better to be alone? Would you rather we find alien life and learn we are not special, or find nothing and quietly improve our odds of surviving? * Where do you bet the filter sits, behind us or ahead of us, and why? * If it is ahead of us, what is it? Nuclear war, climate collapse, AI, something we cannot even picture yet? And can we do anything about a filter we cannot see coming? * Two principles pull opposite ways here. The principle of mediocrity (the Copernican principle, Sagan's "no privileged place in the universe") says we are ordinary, so what happened on Earth probably happened everywhere, which makes the silence scream louder. The anthropic principle says of course we find ourselves somewhere life was possible, since we could not observe anything else, so our being here may say almost nothing about how common life is. Which lens do you trust, and does the silence still demand an answer once you account for observer selection? * And if we did confirm life out there and had to accept we are not special, what would that do to belief in a higher power, and would shedding (or keeping) that belief help or hurt our odds of pulling together as one species? * Does any of this change how you live, or how humanity should be spending its time and money right now? As always the prompt is optional. Come for the conversation, stay for the drinks, and bring your own questions.

# **Saturday, June 20, 2026** **Beginners’ Session 1:30 to 2:00 PM** **Dancing 2:00 to 4:30 PM** **Band: Gem City Revelers** **Caller: David Mould** **You are invited to join us for dinner at Olive and Lime (in the church’s back parking lot) after the dance.** **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:** **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/**

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 Board Walks](http://www.theboardwalks.com/) are for curious people who love deep conversations. If that sounds like you, **bring a thoughtful topic** and join us for a 5-mile walk (10,000+ steps!). **HOW IT WORKS** **Step 1: Bring a topic** Before you arrive, think of **one** topic you want to explore. A question. A thought that's been on your mind. An obsession you want to geek out on. This is your ticket to the event. **Step 2: Circle up & share** We gather in a circle. Your friendly walk host gives a speech to set the tone. Everyone shares: your name, what you're grateful for, and your topic. That's it. 60 seconds. **Step 3: Walk, talk & float** We walk 5 miles. You naturally drift into conversation with 2-3 people at a time, pulled by topics that spark your curiosity. When you're ready to move on, just say: "I'm going to float!" **Step 4: Feel more alive** Two hours flies by. You're back where you started — but you feel different. More alive. More energized. More connected to yourself and others. That's why regulars join 20+ times. *For more details, read our [Orientation Guide.](https://www.theboardwalks.com/orientation)* **HOW TO BRING A GREAT TOPIC** A great topic = something you're genuinely curious about. Recent topics include: * "What are you passionate about right now?" * "What makes a good friend?" * "What's a belief you used to hold that you've completely changed?" * "How do you want to be remembered?" * "What would you do if money wasn't a factor?" Think of your topic like the dish you're bringing to our conversational potluck. If everyone brings an A+ dish (i.e. energizing, uplifting, expansive), we'll all walk away feeling lighter and brighter. **WHAT TO EXPECT** This isn't a fitness event with casual chitchat. It's a walking think tank where we explore life's big questions together, beyond small talk. *If you're looking for light banter or a standard networking event, this probably isn't the right fit.* But if you crave depth, genuine connection, and conversations that make you feel alive? You'll love it here. **FAQ** * Wear casual athletic attire and sneakers. It's a long walk! * We have multiple first-timers at each event. We work hard to create a welcoming, inclusive, clique-free space. * We welcome people of **all** ages, backgrounds, and industries who align with the [intention](https://www.theboardwalks.com/ground-rules) of this space. * Rain or shine, we've been out here nearly every week since July 2022. If the event is cancelled, we'll let you know. * Dogs, babies in strollers, parents, and friends are welcome — please text/email them the event link so they can RSVP and prepare a topic! **LOGISTICS** * If you'll arrive over 10 minutes late, we suggest skipping the event. It's hard to find us once we start walking, and your host can't answer messages during the event. * This walk is designed for everyone to *move together at the same steady pace* (about 20 min/mile). This format works best when the whole group moves in unison. If you have mobility limitations, we kindly encourage you to find an event better suited to your needs. * Read our [Orientation Guide](https://www.theboardwalks.com/orientation) for full details. * If you enjoy the event, send **[this](http://www.theboardwalks.com/)** to a friend or sign up for our **[newsletter](https://theboardwalks.beehiiv.com/)**. We're in multiple cities with more on the way. 🤠👋 **IF YOU WANT TO GO DEEPER...** [The Board](https://stan.store/ellebeecher/p/the-board) is the next step: a high-trust collective for renaissance people devoted to creating, connecting, and building lives that light us up. * This is a global HQ for people who crave big talk, deep connection, and dream collaborations with people across industries. If the walks feel like a spark... The Board is the fire. Apply [here](https://stan.store/ellebeecher/p/the-board).