Queer Socializing

Our coffee shop meetup now takes place every other Saturday at Tim Hortons at Bay and Wellesley. Come out to meet and chat with your fellow members of the Toronto Social Anxiety Support group in a supportive environment. **IMPORTANT: This group is intended to provide a safe space for people with social anxiety who may feel inhibited in louder, more extroverted environments. Please respect the nature of this group and do not attend if you are not in this category. There are many other groups available on Meetup.** **When**: 5pm - 630pm **Where to meet**: Tim Horton's at 56 Wellesley St West (northwest corner of Bay and Wellesley). **Reminder**: Like all our events, the group's code of conduct applies. Pls make this a successful outing by being courteous and respectful in language and behaviour, and supportive towards other members, especially those with higher anxiety. **Covid/flu safety**: If you are sick or have recently been exposed to someone who is sick, pls use your judgement about attending this event. You can always come to the next event when you feel better.

Hi everyone! 👋🏾 My friend Forest and I are hosting a **year-end Sharing & Caring Circle** — a small, intimate in-person gathering designed for folks who want genuine connection, grounding, and reflective community before the year wraps up. We’re opening this up to this group because we know many of you value depth, reflection, and honest conversation. **However, space for this event is very limited**, and we are also inviting people from outside this group. ### **📌 IMPORTANT NOTE — PLEASE READ BEFORE RSVPing** RSVPing here on Meetup **does *not*** guarantee you a spot. Your RSVP here is *only* to show that you’re **interested**. If, after reading the full event details below, you feel this gathering truly speaks to you **and** you know you’re available on December 20, **please message me directly**. Once you message me, I’ll send you the official registration link. This is to ensure we can curate the right number of people and hold the intimate structure of the circle. *** # **✨ About the Event** **Sharing & Caring Circle** **December 20 • 3–5 PM EST** **Centre for Social Innovation, Spadina** 2025 has been an intense year — globally, collectively, and personally. Before we stumble into the new year, this circle offers a moment to pause, release what’s heavy, regain your footing, and remember that you don’t have to carry everything alone. This is **not therapy**. It’s a supportive human space rooted in presence, storytelling, and community care. No fixing. No advice-giving. No “shoulds.” Just real connection. ### **What to Expect** * A gentle welcome + grounding breath * A reflective prompt to help you settle in * **Two rounds of open, story-style sharing** * Optional connective conversations * A closing ritual to leave you feeling clearer, lighter, and supported ### **Who It’s For** Anyone navigating: * Midlife transitions * Career or identity shifts * Relationship changes * Emotional exhaustion * The general “WTF-ness” of this year * Or anyone simply craving real community before the holidays Come as you are. Leave a little steadier. *** # **🔗 How to Attend** 1. **RSVP here only if you’re interested.** 2. **Then message me directly** to confirm you want to attend. 3. You’ll receive the private registration link *only through DM*. 4. Your spot is confirmed *once you complete the official registration*. Again, attendance is capped and we’re curating a small group — so please reach out early if this resonates with you.

Hi everyone: The Markham/Richmond Hill Group invites you to join us for another drop-in board gaming social! We play a large variety of games ranging from lighter party games to heavier strategy. This event is open to both new and seasoned players. The location (a meeting room above a restaurant - just south of Yonge and Finch) will be visible in the comments section below, to RSVPs. We also host other board gaming events and socials (such as Escape Rooms, Tennis, Hiking, etc) not posted on Meetup. If interested, message me and I can provide you the link to our discord server. Let me know if you have any questions. See you then!!

🎄✨ **Holiday Party @ Rivals! Dinner • Gift Exchange • Karaoke Fun!** ✨🎤 It’s that time of year again — time to eat, sing, laugh, and unwrap a little chaos! 🎁 Join us at **Rivals** for a cozy (and slightly cheeky) **holiday party** filled with dinner, a *warped* gift exchange, and karaoke for those brave enough to grab the mic. 🎶 Ugly Christmas sweaters are *highly encouraged* — the louder, the better! \*\*\* 🕕 **Schedule for the Night:** **6:45 PM:** Meet outside the restaurant — look for **Mathew and his famous 🫎 Moose Hat!** **7:00 – 8:30 PM:** Dinner and mingling 🎅 Enjoy great food, festive vibes, and maybe a few new friends! **8:30 – 9:30 PM:** *The Infamous* 🎁 **Warped Gift Exchange** Don’t show up empty-handed! Bring **one wrapped gift** valued **between $15–$20** (nothing from the dollar store, please!). Choose something **fun, weird, or universally awesome** — something anyone could enjoy! 🎲 **How It Works:** * Everyone gets a number. * When your number is called, pick a gift from the pile. * Love what you got? Keep it. * Want someone else’s? You can *steal* it instead! 😈 * The next person can steal yours... and so on. It’s merry mayhem! **9:30 PM – Late:** Karaoke & Holiday Cheer 🎤🎶 Time to sing your heart out, sip something festive, and soak in the holiday spirit. 💲 **Save Your Spot Fee:** $25 – E-transfer within 24 hours of signing up to \*\*[mathewmaclean@hotmail.com**] 👉 Once you arrive at the event, you’ll get **$20 back** ($5 goes toward supporting the group). No refunds or exchanges — this helps make sure everyone who signs up *actually shows up!* \*\*\* 📍 **Location:** Rivals Restaurant 🕕 **Meetup Time:** 6:45 PM (outside – look for the Moose Hat!) 🚪 **End Time:** Whenever the carols stop 🎶 📱 **Stay Connected:** Join our WhatsApp group 👉 [[CLICK HERE!](https://chat.whatsapp.com/JpUbpvfPcNuFzTJ1VqTLZO)] ⚠️ Sometimes things happen! Please check for updates in case of cancellations or changes. 👤 **Organizer:** Mathew Questions? Post on the event wall or email: \*\*[torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com**](http://torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com%2A%2A/)

**Join [TILE.]** at the **most popular Saturday Language Learning Social Event & Party in Toronto! 🍁** **[TILE.] = Toronto International Language Exchange [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/tilelearning/)** **[TILE.]** now has a **2-for-1 special event,** which includes: **1.** From **[6:30 - 7:15 PM](https://www.meetup.com/english-class-with-certified-award-winning-teacher):** An optional new $5 small group 45-minute **[English language class](https://www.meetup.com/english-class-with-certified-award-winning-teacher)**[ ](https://www.meetup.com/english-class-with-certified-award-winning-teacher)led by a certified language teacher **2.** From **[7:15 - 11 PM](https://www.meetup.com/biggest-language-party-event-social-in-toronto):** Our usual huge group **[BIGGEST LANGUAGE EXCHANGE SOCIAL EVENT AND PARTY IN TORONTO](https://www.meetup.com/biggest-language-party-event-social-in-toronto)** (Cost: *$0-$5\*, see below)* Both events happen Saturday on the 2nd floor of the Madison Pub (14 Madison Avenue). ***Attend either or both events!*** Meet Toronto locals and international friends. Talk to language teachers and speakers to learn English, French, Korean, Japanese, Spanish, and much more! Join us for board games, conversation, dancing, singing, and more! Make sure to get a nametag from one of our helpers. *You **must** read the full event description below before attending. By attending, you agree to all the terms listed.* **[TILE.] Toronto International Language Exchange** event details: * We are on the 2nd floor of the Madison pub on the patio with all the international flags! *The dance floor opens around 10 PM, and the live piano bar singer start around 10:30 on the 1st floor.* * With our night ride promotion, the second event (the 7:15- 11 PM Party & Social event) is **FREE** for women who will be traveling alone at night to promote inclusion and equity\*. This event normally $5. * The cost for the first event (the 6:30 - 7:15 PM English Language class) is $5 for everyone. **PAY** **$5** right at the event by **CASH, CREDIT, or DEBIT**, or **SEND $5 E-TRANSFERS** to: **TILETORONTO1@GMAIL.COM**. You can also support the bar by buying a drink or appetizer. **\*** The second event ends late at night. It is 100% your own responsibility to ensure you get home safe. We can simply waive the $5 event entry/cover fee for women who will be traveling home alone so that they may instead put this money towards taking a safe ride home. \-\-\-\-\-\- **IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER – Meetup Group** By attending any TILE events, including these ones, you acknowledge and agree to the following: * *The organizers and hosts of TILE events are are not liable for any loss, injury, damage, or other unforeseen outcomes that may occur before, during, or after any event.* * *Participation in TILE events is entirely voluntary and at your own risk. You are solely responsible for your own safety, personal belongings, transportation, behavior, and well-being. It is your responsibility to assess the risks involved in any activity or location and to act accordingly.* * *TILE and its organizers do not provide insurance and cannot guarantee the safety, accuracy of information, or quality of venues, third-party services, or other attendees.* * *By attending, you release TILE, its organizers, and affiliates from any and all claims or liability, and you agree to conduct yourself respectfully and in accordance with local laws and venue rules.* * ***If you do not agree with this disclaimer, please do not attend TILE events.***

The holiday season can be a beautiful time, but it can also feel a little lonely—especially in a busy city. Our Christmas Special Fast Friending is the perfect place to step out, meet new people, and share some festive cheer. Fast Friending makes it easy to start conversations and build meaningful friendships. Join us for an evening filled with warmth, laughter, and the joy of meeting like-minded people. Let’s celebrate the season together and make this Christmas a little brighter with the gift of new connections. **Book tickets now & save money -** [https://toro20thdec.eventbrite.co.uk](https://toro20thdec.eventbrite.co.uk) \*You can use any debit or credit card to purchase your ticket at PayPal checkout. It will ask you for your email address but that is only to send you a receipt. You do not need a PayPal account. EVENT COST: Early Bird - CAD$ 10 per person Regular Ticket - CAD$ 15 per person Cash at meetup - If you have not purchased your ticket in advance then you can pay CAD$ 20 cash when you meet Tanya at the venue. **Our venue for the evening** \- Stout Irish Pub is spacious\, has comfortable seating and not very noisy\. We have a reserved area where our members can meet each other in a supportive environment\. **Here's how your evening is planned -** \- We will meet at 7\.00 pm when you will be welcomed by your host Tanya\. She will manage the evening and also help you make connections\. If you are a bit shy or anxious then please come early. Tanya will help you meet other members in a small group and help you settle down and get comfortable. All attendees are also welcome to bring a lady friend along with them for free. This will make it a lot less stressful for you as you will always have your friend alongside. \- From 7\.30 to 8\.30 pm\, we will start 'Fast Friending' where our host will ask you to speak to a different attendee every 3 minutes\. You will be able to meet lots of ladies and gentlemen and not be limited to only those sitting or standing next you\. \- After 8\.30 pm you will have time to interact with those you have met as well as others\. \- We are not a close knit tight group\. Our evenings are warm and comfortable for members attending for the first time and those coming alone\. You will not feel alone\! \- We have many groups in this city\. Members of our other groups who RSVP are included as guests of the organisers in order to give you an indication of expected people\. \- This evening is for ladies and gents in the 21 to 35 age group\. While some will be at the younger end of this range there will also be others at the other end of the range and lots in\-between\! You will naturally gel with others of your own age range and so you will always find many attendees who fit your range\. \- We are not a 'dating' group\. We are focused on helping ladies and gents meet other like minded ladies and gents\. You will generally find a good gender balance \(maybe not perfect\) at all our events\. **Why do we have tickets?** 1. Cover our costs - Our host is compensated for their time and work. We also pay meetup and have dedicated staff to manage our events, hosts, venues and communication. 2. Group Safety - By securing your ticket we have a record and you contribute to a well organized evening where everyone is more committed and better behaved. 3. Management - Tickets help us better manage attendee group size, book suitable space and activity. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- ABOUT [fastfriends.co.uk ](https://fastfriends.co.uk/)- We have connected members successfully for the past 10 years in over 30 cities (operating as Expatsclub, MeetConnectDevelop and fastfriends.co.uk). \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- You can contact our founder Dan on +447715705005 with any questions or ideas. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Here are some videos which will give you some guidance and comfort to make your attendance more productive.** Secrets for socialising at our meetups - [https://bit.ly/44ZdVwx](https://bit.ly/44ZdVwx) Making new friends -[ https://bit.ly/455TsWY](https://bit.ly/455TsWY) How to make people like you instantly - [https://bit.ly/3Vj5PeT](https://bit.ly/3Vj5PeT) Members review - [https://bit.ly/3yHfu6d](https://bit.ly/3yHfu6d)

**Get festive and enjoy a chill Saturday afternoon** of holiday themed trivia played in teams (winner shares a bottle of wine)! 📅 **When:** Tuesday\, Dec 20\, 2025 \| 2:00PM – 8:00 PM 📍 **Where:** Pizza Rustica (37 Blue Jays Way Toronto, ON M5V 9G9) ✨ **What:** Come to our social to make new friends and play live trivia (to win prizes!)! You can order food & drinks on site - Pizza Rustica has a great and affordable selection! 👥 **Who:** Open to **singles and couples**, ages 19+ 🎟 **Tickets:**[ ](https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/toronto-event-hub-holiday-trivia-social-mixer-on-st-clair-ave-midtown-tickets-1976091350424?aff=meetup)[\[Sign Up Here\]](https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/toronto-event-hub-x-pizza-rustica-holiday-trivia-social-mixer-tickets-1975646611197?aff=meetup) \- Free entry with purchase of food/drink \- **Limited spots so sign up on Eventbrite.** 🔗 Follow[ ](https://www.torontoeventhub.com/)**[Toronto Event Hub by Andrea Lo](https://www.torontoeventhub.com/)**[ ](https://www.torontoeventhub.com/)for upcoming social mixers and trivia events!

⚠️ **IMPORTANT: You must sign up and buy a ticket here to attend:** [https://groupvibe.com/](https://groupvibe.com/) **Join the Toronto City Brunch Club and make new friends!** Each meetup brings together 4–6 people for casual conversations over brunch. We use the Groupvibe platform to facilitate the meetup and ensure everyone’s a good fit. 👉 **To attend, you’ll need to complete registration via this link:** [https://groupvibe.com/](https://groupvibe.com/) We’ll share the exact location of the upcoming meetup the night before only if you have bought a ticket or membership plan. **Why this works:** \* Smaller groups make real conversations easier. \* Discover new restaurants in your city, together. \* Curated lunch venues with good food and vibe. \* If you hit it off with your group, there’s plenty of time to hang out afterwards. **Note:** RSVPs on Meetup don’t reflect total attendance. Many attendees register directly via our website. The event on [Meetup.com](http://meetup.com/) is only a placeholder. This meetup is organized by Groupvibe, a small team passionate about helping people form meaningful friendships offline.

Hey Toronto! This is your weekly escape into global cultures. [Click this WhatsApp Groupchat Link to join ](https://l.gourl.es/l/4ed7dff035771e7de7cc448f4403465c1b8d1f99?u=7709345) Every Saturday at 7:30 PM, people in their 20s and 30s gather for a mix of language practice, travel stories, and community. Whether you’re new in town or born here, this is where world citizens connect. No judgment, no pressure — just pure, human interaction.

**Calling all queer crochet enthusiasts;** I am a visual artist located in Columbus that is searching for people who may want to gather while also participating in creating a piece of artwork. My goal is to spend time enjoying one another’s company while making a work of art that will be displayed within our community. I plan to teach people to crochet (if unfamiliar) while also inviting current fiber artists to join us for some much-needed social interaction. There are no expectations from those who attend, materials will be included, and any amount of participation is welcome! If you have a favorite crochet hook or current project you are welcome to bring that along too! The primary goal is to foster a safe space for our community to chat, create and be. For further information please email [landerknits@outlook.com.](http://landerknits@outlook.com.) \*This will be our first meeting, bring friends and make new ones. Come as you are and make along side other like-minded folks.

Join us this December for a (possibly!) snowy walk in Sharon Woods Metropark. This hike is dog friendly!🐕 Hot cocoa and candy canes will be provided after the hike. [Please register for this hike here](https://forms.gle/e7mLpRt2zWev2WnB6) to receive alerts and specifics about this event.

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

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

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

**In January we will be making vision boards with magazine collage supplies, stickers, paper, and more! All supplies are provided, seats are limited! Come As you are, when you can; hope to see you there!**