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The London Dungeons & Dragons Meetup
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WHAT DO I HAVE TO DO TO TAKE PART?
**You *must* RSVP using the Attend button on this page.** That's true for both DMs and players.
You must be **18+** to attend.
There's a **£4 fee payable by PayPal or cash** (see below).
Please find **Zander**, the Organiser, on your arrival. You'll then be assigned to a game.
TIMES
Please ensure you arrive **before 1.00pm**. If you arrive late, it may not be possible to find you a game.
If you're part of a group of two or more, you all have to be 18+, RSVP for yourselves (no 'plus ones') and arrive between 12.30pm and 12.40pm on the day, not 1.00pm. If you arrive at 1.00pm, you'll still be able to play, but may be placed in different games.
DO I NEED TO KNOW THE RULES OF D&D? DO I HAVE TO BRING OR PREPARE ANYTHING?
**You don't have to have any knowledge of D&D's rules or have previous experience of D&D or another tabletop role-playing game.**
You don't have to bring or prepare anything. We can lend you everything you need including a pre-generated character.
If you want to bring or create your own character, please arrive at 12.40pm and discuss your character with your assigned DM. Please respect their decision in the unlikely event that they say you have to use a pre-generated character. They may have story or rules reasons they can't disclose.
DUNGEON MASTERING
We're always on the look-out for DMs. If you'd like to DM, please PM Zander in the Organiser list ASAP.
VENUES AND MONEY MATTERS
There's a charge of £4 payable by PayPal in advance or in person at [PayPal.me/WizardOfLondon](www.PayPal.me/WizardOfLondon). IMPORTANT: Please include your Meetup username with your PayPal payment. Alternatively, you can pay in person by cash. For questions about the charge such as why there's a charge, what the refund policy is and what concessions are available, please see the [FAQ](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1AiaaISCQcKbMqACnNUbTXk68kdy2YUSuM5eAv3XKZwU/edit?usp=sharing) (if the FAQ link isn't working, please copy and paste this: [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1AiaaISCQcKbMqACnNUbTXk68kdy2YUSuM5eAv3XKZwU/edit?usp=sharing](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1AiaaISCQcKbMqACnNUbTXk68kdy2YUSuM5eAv3XKZwU/edit?usp=sharing) ).
The venues are businesses and, as such, rely on us spending on food and drink while we are there. Our continued use of the venues is dependent upon it. Please spend as much as you reasonably can; if you're thinking of having lunch at your venue, please do. The venues have vegetarian and vegan options. The venues accept payment by card, cash, Apple Pay and Google Pay, so please bring one of those.
Please do NOT bring drink from outside except tap water in a transparent plastic bottle. Please do NOT bring food from outside. Bringing food or drink (except tap water) from outside can result in you being permanently banned by the venue's management.
HYGIENE
If you're ill or suspect you're coming down with a contagious sickness such as covid or flu, please do **NOT** attend. If you're unwell, you may be asked to leave.
DOGS AND PETS
Registered guide dogs are absolutely fine. Please bring proof with you for the pub's management. Other dogs and pets aren't permitted.
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If you have any questions not answered above, please PM Zander, the Organiser.
Saturday Acting Workshop - CORIOLANUS
Following our critically acclaimed productions of OTHELLO, MACBETH and TWELFTH NIGHT the Acting gymnasium's Saturday workshop returns to Theatre Deli on Saturday 28th March with a new imagining of Shakepeare's CORIOLANUS. Plenty of superb roles available!!
Set in a post-apocalyptic landscape, Coriolanus, a fierce and proud Roman general, earns fame after defeating Rome’s enemies, especially at Corioli. Despite his military success, he despises the common people and refuses to flatter them for political gain. Urged to seek public office, his arrogance alienates citizens, leading to his banishment. In anger, he allies with his former enemy Aufidius and marches against Rome. As destruction looms, his mother, Volumnia, pleads with him to spare the city. Moved by her words, he relents, choosing honor over revenge. His decision saves Rome but seals his fate, as he is killed for betraying his allies in return.
[Email:actinggymnasium@gmail.com](mailto:Email%3Aactinggymnasium@gmail.com) \- if you'd like to get involved\.
Saturday Kings Cross Basketball Pickup Game- Sign up on www.basketble.com
Want to Play Basketball in London?
Step 1. Visit our website [https://www.basketble.com](https://www.basketble.com)
Step 2. Find the game you want and sign up
Step 3: Get confirmation email and Come Out & Play
\*Note: You need to sign up on the website and the attendance is not monitored through meetup.
Location: 134 Chalton St, Kings Cross, London NW1 1RX, UK
Time: 12.15-14.00
Closest tube: Euston/Kings Cross/ Mornington Crescent
Come Out & Play!
🏀 MGB - Basketball Scrimmage📍Shacklewell 📶 Advanced
**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/46849
**Game Description:**
We aim to start at 9:00 - please arrive on time to warm ups etc.
Structured Scrimmage for advanced players familiar with organised basketball.
Team Oriented surroundings.
Play Hard , Play Fair
**Rules**
Rules explained on arrival.
full court games with time and score limits.
Saturday Acting Workshop - Coriolanus!
Following our critically acclaimed productions of OTHELLO, MACBETH and TWELFTH NIGHT the Acting gymnasium's Saturday workshop returns to Theatre Deli on Saturday 28th March with a new imagining of Shakepeare's CORIOLANUS. Plenty of superb roles available!!
WE WILL PERFORM THE SHOW FROM 6TH-11TH JULY AT NETWORK THEATRE WATERLOO.
Set in a post-apocalyptic landscape, Coriolanus, a fierce and proud Roman general, earns fame after defeating Rome’s enemies, especially at Corioli. Despite his military success, he despises the common people and refuses to flatter them for political gain. Urged to seek public office, his arrogance alienates citizens, leading to his banishment. In anger, he allies with his former enemy Aufidius and marches against Rome. As destruction looms, his mother, Volumnia, pleads with him to spare the city. Moved by her words, he relents, choosing honor over revenge. His decision saves Rome but seals his fate, as he is killed for betraying his allies in return.
[Email:actinggymnasium@gmail.com](mailto:Email%3Aactinggymnasium@gmail.com) \- if you'd like to get involved\.
Plays Events This Week
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🎾Beginner's Tennis Socials - Plashet Park📍East Ham 📶 Beginner Ability
**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/48558
**Game Description:**
👋 Welcome to the Beginner Tennis Socials!
Here’s everything you need to know:
📍 Location: Plashet Park, East Ham
⏱ Duration: 1 hour
👥 Spaces: 4 players per session
🎾 Format: Facilitated doubles play (rotate partners, keep it social and fun!)
💷 Price: £5 per person
🥉 Level: New Starters and Beginners
We'll go over the basic rules and techniques to get you playing and grow your confidence. No formal coaching provided just basic pointers.
🎾 Equipment
• No racket? You can hire one for £5 by sending me a quick message.
• We’ll be using pressureless training balls (perfect for beginners 👍)
Looking forward to getting you all on court, improving, and having a great time 🔥🎾
Rules
This is a social, friendly session focused on good vibes and respect on court at all times. No formal coaching is provided only basic pointers.
We will start with a warm-up and then we’ll run through a few simple basics to get everyone comfortable. From there we’ll jump into doubles play and just enjoy the game.
Mistakes are more than welcome as we’re all learning, so no pressure at all. As your coordination and confidence improve, you’ll be able to move up to the improvers sessions.
For now, focus on building consistency, getting familiar with the rules, and most importantly, having fun.
Sunday Dungeons & Dragons Meetup
WHAT DO I HAVE TO DO TO TAKE PART?
You just need to RSVP using the button on this page, and show up on Sunday. That is true for both DMs and players.
You must be 18+ to attend.
If this is your first time or looking to join a game, please find the Sunday Hosts Edward or Jason on your arrival. We will point you towards a game you can join.
There is no charge, membership fee or subscription. However, a collection tin may be circulated by the Organiser/Assistant Organiser/Host towards the running of the Meetup. There is a recommended donation of £2 cash per attendee (DM or player), but contributions are purely voluntary: you are under no obligation. We do not track or record who donates what
TIMES
Please ensure you arrive between 12:30pm and 1.00pm. **If you arrive later than 1pm, it may not be possible to find you a game.**
I'VE NEVER PLAYED BEFORE, IS THAT A PROBLEM?
Nope! You do not have to have previous experience of D&D or another tabletop role-playing game. We will have newbie-friendly games on Sunday.
WHAT DO I HAVE TO BRING?
Nothing. If you have dice, paper and pencil, and a Player’s Handbook, then bring them, but it’s not a problem if you don’t. We can lend you everything you need including a pre-generated character.
I'M NOT FROM THE UK, THAT ISN'T A PROBLEM, RIGHT?
Actually, we have loads of members from other countries; at times, we’ve had more ex-pats than Brits. We get a lot of people joining who’ve just moved to London from another country, left their old D&D friends behind, and who are looking for a new gaming group, so you don’t need to worry about not fitting in.
The one catch is that your English does need to be OK. You don't have to be perfectly fluent, but roleplaying’s a language-based activity and if your listening isn't decent you may have trouble following what’s going on. Lots of our members speak more than one language, but we can't guarantee that we can place you in a game with someone who can interpret for you.
DUNGEON MASTERS
We are always on the look-out for DMs. If you would like to run a game, please PM Edward_w or Jason Sia.
HYGIENE & ANTI-COVID GUIDELINES
If you are symptomatically ill or suspect/know you have caught covid in the last 10 days but are asymptomatic, please do NOT attend.
Please wear a mask that covers your nose and mouth and/or a face shield whenever possible. This is not a rule, merely a request.
Please wash your hands and/or use hand sanitiser gel frequently.
If you test positive for covid after attending an event, please contact Zander the Meetup Organiser, immediately. If possible, please let Zander know your Dungeon Master's name.
**VENUES AND MONEY MATTERS**
**The venues are businesses and, as such, rely on us spending on food and drink while we are there**. Our continued use of the venues is dependent upon it. Please spend as much as you reasonably can; if you are thinking of having lunch at your venue, please do. The venues have vegetarian and vegan options.
Please do NOT bring drink from outside except tap water in a transparent plastic bottle. Please do NOT bring food from outside. Bringing food or drink (except tap water) from outside can result in you being permanently banned by the venue's management.
Guide dogs are absolutely fine. Other dogs and pets may not be permitted subject to the discretion of the Pub Staff & Organisers.
If you have any questions, please post it in the comments below or PM Edward_w or Jason, the Sunday Hosts.
MAY 3 Playthrough for Pianists at The Red Hedgehog
## Details
**FOR GENERAL INFO, ADDRESS & DIRECTIONS, PLEASE SEE THE MAIN PAGE DESCRIPTION.**
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**AGE GROUP**
Over 18
**LEVEL OF SKILL**
Any
**GENRES**
Anything, including **classical \| jazz \| contemporary pop songs \| musicals \| arrangements \| improvisation \| own compositions \| exam pieces \| duets\.**
**COSTS**
The **STANDARD TICKET** is £10 for pianists, including up to **5 minutes playing time**.
**Longer Playing Slots**
£15 for up to 10 minutes playing time
£20 for up to 15 minutes playing time
£25 for up to 20 minutes playing time\*
**Grade Exam or Music Competition Preparation\***
Longer slots are sometimes available for pianists who wish to play through their entire repertoire in one go as preparation for an upcoming advanced exam or music festival entry.
\* If the playthrough has a high number of attendees, it may be necessary to allocate a longer time to another playthrough, due to time constraints.
**Audience: £5**
**MIC & SOUND SYSTEM**
Let me know if you would like to accompany yourself singing so the mic can be set up ready for you.
**COFFEE BREAK**
There will be a 20 minute coffee break (hot drinks & biscuits provided).
**PRE-EVENT ACCESS TO TRY OUT THE PIANO**
Prior to every publicised START TIME is a half-hour period when you may, if you wish, **try out the piano** or even run through your whole piece, depending on how many other people are waiting to do the same.
**EVENT LENGTH**
I allocate 3 hours for the playthrough (+ 30 minutes for pianists to try out the piano) but with fewer attendees, it may end earlier.
**SUPPORTING OTHER PIANISTS**
Unless you have a pressing reason to leave early, please stay to hear all your fellow pianists play, as the point of these sessions is mutual support in our piano playing journeys!
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**BOOKINGS PROCESS**
1 Please leave an **RSVP** against this event here on **LONDON MEETUP**
2 then make payment direct (to include the ticket and the playing time as outlined above).
**The Red Hedgehog**
Sort Code: **08-71-99**
Account: **12697825**
**PAYMENT UPON BOOKING IS REQUIRED TO CONFIRM YOUR SLOT!**
When you RSVP, please **PAY** immediately otherwise your name will be removed from the list of players. Sorry - 'tis necessary.
**CASH ON THE NIGHT**
No, sorry... Our numbers are sorted and paid for prior to each event.
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**MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THIS MEETUP CAN BE FOUND ON THE RED HEDGEHOG WEBSITE**
https://theredhedgehog.co.uk/m.pianoplaythroughoverview.html
**WAIT-LIST**
If a place subsequently becomes available for a sold-out playthrough, it will automatically be allocated to the next person on the wait list.
**CANCELLATION POLICY**
In the event you are unable to attend the event, please find another pianist to take your slot.
(A powerful reason for providing your mobile and being part of our whatsapp group is that it's easy to reach out there to find someone to take your place, who can then reimburse your fee direct to you.)
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**SOCIALISING...**
Afterwards everyone is welcome to join us for a drink across the road (the **BOOGALOO)** (30 secs from the tube).
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**CONTACT THE ORGANISER**
Hello. I'm Clare and I run The Red Hedgehog where these meetups are held. If you have questions about anything at all, please just call or text. Happy to chat about anything.
**07817 129093**
Mixed Ability Half-Court Basketball 🏀 Stratford | Sunday | 2hrs
**PLEASE NOTE that we are now hosting our games on Sportas.**
**BOOK HERE:** https://sportas.co.uk/organiser/east-village-basketball/games
**Game Description:**
Ready to hit the court, level up your game and meet fellow ballers? Join us at East Village Basketball 🏀 every Sunday, 5:30pm - 7:30pm at Harris Chobham Academy Sports Hall in Stratford, London.
**👥 Stay Connected!**
Join our WhatsApp group for updates, discounts, waitlist alerts and community banter:
[https://chat.whatsapp.com/KoCHcbG51YWKtTNgNblydH](https://chat.whatsapp.com/KoCHcbG51YWKtTNgNblydH)
Any questions, feel free to WhatsApp me directly on +44 (seven) 365 804 810
**What to Expect:**
⚡ 2 hours of non-stop pickup games
⛹️ Half-court games (4x4) on both sides
💪 Friendly competition in a fun, positive environment
🥇 Open to mixed adults (18+) - whether you’re sharpening your skills or shaking off the rust!
🏀 Players should at least be familiar with basic offence, defence and basketball rules
🏆 Max 20 players per session (spots go fast, so book early)
**Important Notes:**
🕔 Sports hall doors open at 5:20pm - head in, get changed and warm up
🏀 We aim to start games by 5:40pm, so please arrive by 5:20pm to be ready
🚫 If you’re feeling unwell or have COVID symptoms, please stay home
💧 Bring your own water bottle
🚨 Please don't arrive TOO early - the hall is used just before us and staff need time to prepare the court.
**Getting Here:**
📍 Entrance: Corner of Celebration Avenue and Temple Mills Lane.
Google Maps - [https://maps.app.goo.gl/AfCZZzEG734J9gko7](https://maps.app.goo.gl/AfCZZzEG734J9gko7)
🅿️ Parking: Pay-and-display available across the road.
🚇 Nearest Tube Stations: Stratford, Stratford International (DLR) & Leyton
**Safety**
Participation is at your own risk. If you have any health concerns, consult a health professional before joining.
**Rules**
4 x 4 half-court games on 2 half courts, with 4 teams of 5 players.
Time: 5-min games (running clock)
Scoring: 1s and 2s.
Substitutions: One sub rotates in after each game.
Fouls: Offence calls fouls.
Disputed calls: For major disagreements, challenger shoots a 3-pointer to resolve the issue.
See you Sunday! ✌️🏀
Blood On The Clocktower at The Greene Man
New and Experienced Players Welcome! 🤗
Ever played Werewolf, Mafia or Secret Hitler?
Well this game is like that but on steroids! 😈😇
Ever watched The Traitors and wished you could have a turn? Well now you can!
Suitable for complete beginners, experienced veterans and everyone in between, we Play **'Blood on the Clocktower'** a game where you never know who you can trust...
A great way to meet new people in a fun interactive way, at a bar serving food and drinks
Continue reading for a general description of the game:
Blood on the Clocktower is a bluffing game enjoyed by 5 to 20 players on opposing teams of Good and Evil, overseen by an experienced Storyteller.
During a 'day' phase players socialize openly and whisper privately to trade knowledge or spread lies, culminating in a player's execution if a majority suspects them of being Evil.
At 'night' time, players close their eyes and some are woken one at a time by the Storyteller to gather information, spread mischief, or kill. Use all your powers of deduction and deception to survive this game of murder and mystery.
The game will be fully explained at the event.
However if you'd like to learn more now watch: https://youtu.be/M-aZP47Nm9g?feature=shared
Plays Events Near You
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Adult Piano Players Meetup
Come join our welcoming, low-pressure environment where you can practice performing, build confidence, stay motivated, and connect with others who play piano.
Each session is intentionally structured and hosted to ensure everyone has time to play (if they choose), feel supported, socialize, and enjoy the experience. It’s not a class, but a thoughtfully guided space to help you stay consistent and make meaningful progress.
**Details:**
* Gatherings take place in a private home setting in the Northwest Columbus area (location to be shared after RSVPing)
* Small group (max 7–8 participants) to keep the sessions personal and ensure everyone has time to play
* Light snacks and refreshments provided
* Small fee to support hosting and keep the group high quality and motivated
Choose Your Movie: THE SHEEP DETECTIVES vs HOKUM at Cinemark Stoneridge!
Join us as we get together to see your choice of two VERY different movies – one sweet and wholesome – the other a terrifying folklore horror! Option 1 is the fun whodunnit-action-comedy-mystery led by Hugh Jackman, THE SHEEP DETECTIVES! Option 2 is the top-reviewed supernatural-horror-thriller starring Adam Scott, HOKUM! Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event:
THE SHEEP DETECTIVES: Every night a shepherd reads aloud a murder mystery, pretending his sheep can understand. When he is found dead, the sheep realize at once that it was a murder and think they know everything about how to go about solving it. The film is directed by Kyle Balda and take a look at this ensemble cast: Hugh Jackman, Nicholas Braun, Molly Gordon, Hong Chau and Emma Thompson and the voices of Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Bryan Cranston, Chris O'Dowd, Regina Hall, Patrick Stewart, Bella Ramsey, Brett Goldstein and Rhys Darby. TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pyZI5oM6hWk
HOKUM: In this film, a horror writer visits an Irish inn to scatter his parents' ashes, unaware the property is said to be haunted by a witch. It is written/directed by Damian McCarthy stars Adam Scott, Peter Coonan, David Wilmot, Florence Ordesh and Austin Amelio. Hokum premiered to rave reviews at this year’s SXSW Festival and is being release by Neon. It is earning a stellar 97% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes, which calls it, “A classic haunted house story enriched with atmospheric folklore and perfectly-timed shocks!” TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EVCIK_MPyhc
PLAN: We’ll plan for a 7pm-ish showing of both films and will meet inside the theater lobby about 20 minutes before showtime. If the showtimes work out, we’ll try to get both groups together for a bite before the shows! Complete details and showtime will be confirmed/announced as the date gets closer.
Look forward to seeing you there, Dan
Fun & easy way to play more tennis (read event description)
We’re still working to get more people into these Meetups, but our goal is to give PlayYourCourt members a few social tennis outings each week in addition to your practice sessions and Challenge League matches.
These Meetups are co-ed, super laid back, and all skill levels are welcome. Post your skill level and a suggested court in the comments section so we can round up as many players as we can for some tennis fun!
Also, if you’re looking to meet new practice partners or play some matches and you aren’t already in the PlayYourCourt Community, you can go here to see what we’re all about and sign up:
https://www.playyourcourt.com/tennis-community/columbus-oh/meetup/
If you love tennis, we’d love to have you! Be sure and watch the quick video that explains how everything works.
Happy hitting!
- Scott
Duty vs. Results: What Makes an Action Moral?
When judging morality, should we prioritize **intentions/duty** or **outcomes/results**? It introduces two influential philosophers as representatives of these approaches.
* **Immanuel Kant (deontology):** An action is moral when it is done from **duty** and follows rational, universal principles (the **categorical imperative**). Certain acts—like lying—are wrong regardless of the consequences; you can’t do a wrong thing for a right reason.
* **John Stuart Mill (utilitarian consequentialism):** The morality of an action is determined by its **effects**, specifically how much **happiness/well-being** it produces. Mill argues that some pleasures are “higher” than others, and that good intentions don’t redeem harmful outcomes.
## Discussion Questions
1. **The lying dilemma:** A murderer comes to your door and asks if your friend is hiding inside. Kant would say you must not lie.
2. **Can good intentions rescue a bad outcome?**
3. **The organ harvest problem:** A surgeon has five patients dying of organ failure and one healthy patient in for a checkup. Killing the one to harvest organs would save five lives, and the math works out for the utilitarian. Why does this feel so deeply wrong? Is that feeling a point in Kant's favor, or just a bias we should overcome?
4. **Do rules need exceptions?** Kant insists moral rules must be universal, with no exceptions. But most of us can imagine extreme scenarios where any rule seems like it should bend. Does the need for exceptions fatally undermine deontology, or is the strength of the system precisely that it refuses to bend?
5. **Who gets to calculate the consequences?** Utilitarianism asks us to maximize good outcomes, but we're notoriously bad at predicting consequences. If we can't reliably know the results of our actions, is it practical to base our entire moral system on outcomes? Does this uncertainty push us back toward rules and principles?
6. **Everyday morality:** Think about a real moral decision you've made recently, even a small one. Did you reason more like a Kantian (what's the right thing to do in principle?) or more like a utilitarian (what will produce the best result?)? Do most people naturally lean one way?
7. **Justice vs. the greater good:** A town can prevent a deadly plague by sacrificing one innocent person. The greater good is clearly served. But is it just? Can an action be morally right and deeply unjust at the same time?
8. **The big synthesis question:** Are these two systems actually opposed, or do they often arrive at the same answers by different paths? Is it possible that we need both: rules to guide us in the moment and consequences to evaluate systems and policies over time?
Open-Table RPG Meetup!
Try new games, meet new people, and find out what story games are all about!
Explore the reaches of space! Witness kingdoms rise and fall! Create and explore tragedies! All within a single game night.
We play story games like Fiasco, Kingdom, Polaris and Microscope that encourage everyone at the table to participate creatively. We also have one-shots of indie, OSR, and narrative-focused RPGs such as Apocalypse World, Dread, Lady Blackbird, and Old School Essentials!
Everybody's welcome! It doesn't matter if you've never tried story games before or never played roleplaying games at all! Just bring your brain and a good attitude and come try it out!
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**IMPORTANT**
* When you arrive look for the marked Story Games Columbus Tables. Each table will have a separate game. Seating is on a first-come-first-serve basis.
* If all tables are full, look for a Facilitator. We will find a way to get you into a game!
* There is a flat $3 cover charge for events at Tabletop.
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**Facilitators!!**
Please arrive early so that we can get you set up with a table.
Please reach out to me ASAP if you would be willing to help facilitate. You can reach me on the SGC Discord here -
https://discord.gg/jUTvWUu
CMG Gives Back: Serve Brunch at FAITH MISSION GRANT KITCHEN!
Join us as we get together to get together to help those in need at this CMG Gives Back event! We have a great little community of Movie Group friends so rather than see a movie this time, we’ll help “create a better world” by helping serve those in need. Here are complete details and our plan for this event:
FAITH MISSION – GRANT KITCHEN: The Faith Mission kitchen and dining room serves residents 3 meals a day, every day of the year. For this event, our group will help prepare food, serve meals, assist residents in the dining room, wash dishes, and clean surfaces.
PLAN: We will be preparing / serving / cleaning for BRUNCH from 10:30am to 12:30pm and have space for a total of 7 volunteers. Please arrive at 10:20am and wear closed-toe shoes and long pants.
LOCATION: Faith Mission – Grant Kitchen is located at 245 N. Grant Ave. Enter the kitchen at Dock 1 (in the back of the building), indicated in the attached map. On-site parking in the adjacent lot and street parking is available in the surrounding area. Below are some links / attachments with additional info/details:
IMPORTANT REMINDER: Our group will be providing all of the volunteers on this day so a firm RSVP count is essential. Please only sign up if you are certain you’ll be able to attend. If something unavoidable comes up, please try to update your RSVP no later than one week prior to the event. With few exceptions, no shows or cancelations within 1
week of the event will not be eligible for future CMG Gives Back events. I appreciate your understanding as we try to ensure the agencies have the volunteers needed to provide the essential services they provide to the vulnerable population they serve. Our Partner Agency for this event is Lutheran Social Services! A huge THANK YOU to all of YOU for volunteering at this (and any of our previous) CMG Gives Back events!
Should be another good/fun/meaningful time together, Dan























