Queer Socializing

**💡 Reading Meetup: Circe by Madeline Miller • Casual and Friendly** The book club is meeting to open up a conversation around the thought-provoking Circe by Madeline Miller with a friendly group who enjoy good conversation, and everyone leaves with something new to think about. The format is relaxed and member-led — with all opinions treated as equally valid, and the energy in the room tends to build as the evening goes on. Come however far through the book you are, and note any characters or moments you want to unpack, and bring your reading notes — because the book looks completely different through a new set of eyes. You do not need to have been before — and no introduction is required beyond showing up, your presence is the only requirement, and the relaxed setting means there is no pressure on you. --- **The session at a glance:** - Introductions are short and the book takes over within the first few minutes - Discussion opens with an initial question and flows from there without a set agenda - At some point toward the end the group votes on or suggests next month's read 💡 **Before the session:** mark the page you most want to talk about, because having one concrete thing to say takes the pressure off everything else, and the rest of the conversation will take care of itself. --- ☕ A good discussion is worth fifty pages of rereading — come along and join a conversation worth having and the discussion takes it from there. See you at the table. ☕

**🦋 Neighbourhood Read: Circe by Madeline Miller • Relaxed and Inclusive** We're meeting up to open up a conversation around Circe, our selection by Madeline Miller in a friendly low-key environment, and there is always more to discover in a good book together. No requirement to finish — come wherever you are in the book, and note any characters or moments you want to unpack, and bring your reading experience — since there is no wrong reading and every response is worth hearing. The evening is shaped by who is in the room — with the conversation moving where it naturally wants to go, and the most interesting moments never come from the planned questions. Every session is a good first session — and regular members are consistently enthusiastic about welcoming new readers, the only requirement is showing up ready to talk, and first-timers rarely feel like first-timers for long. ⭐ *"The group is warm and the conversation is always great — the discussion always produces at least one reading I had not considered"* – new to the group --- 💬 A great discussion changes how you see a great book — sign up and bring your reading experience however partial and the rest sorts itself out in the room. The group grows every time someone new joins. 💬

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Step into 1867 for a night of cocktails, clues, and connection at Toronto’s most immersive Canada Day murder mystery networking experience. 📍 EVENT DETAILS 📅 Sunday, June 28, 2026 ⏰ 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM 📍 Society Clubhouse 🔞 19+ Event **⚠ IMPORTANT NOTES** * **Ticket Cost: $65.23 (taxes and fees included)** * **To get a ticket for this event please go to: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/socialsip-an-1867-canada-day-murder-mystery-networking-experience-tickets-1990234781808](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/socialsip-an-1867-canada-day-murder-mystery-networking-experience-tickets-1990234781808)** 🇨🇦 ABOUT THE EVENT Confederation has just begun… but as celebrations erupt across the new country, a shocking murder disrupts the evening. On June 28, guests are invited to step into an immersive 1867-inspired Canada Day experience filled with mystery, networking, cocktails, and interactive gameplay. As fellow detectives for the night, attendees will:🔎 uncover clues🥂 mingle with fellow detectives🕯 interrogate suspects🤝 make new connections🎭 and work together to solve the mystery before the night ends Whether you attend solo or with friends, this experience is designed to make meeting new people feel natural, interactive, and unforgettable. 🔎 MURDER MYSTERY STORYLINE The date is July 1, 1867. Canada has just officially become a nation. At a grand mansion on the outskirts of the city, the elite gathered for an exclusive Confederation celebration filled with lavish cocktails, lively conversation, and extravagant festivities. But the celebration comes to a sudden halt. A scream cuts through the room. The evening's esteemed host was found dead. Gasps and whispers spread through the crowd. This was no accident. The investigation has begun and you have been called in to help crack the case. Here at the Society Clubhouse, our team has meticulously created a crime scene modelled after the actual scene discovered at the mansion that night. Every clue, every detail has been carefully laid out before you. Now, Detectives, we need your help. Interrogate suspects. Uncover hidden motives. Follow the clues. Can you solve the mystery before the killer slips away? ✨ WHAT TO EXPECT 🔍 Interactive Murder Mystery Experience Each guest becomes a detective for the night — inspecting a live crime scene, interrogating suspects from the story, uncovering clues, and working together to solve the murder before the night ends. 🍸 Cocktails & Light Bites Enjoy a full bar and café at the front of the venue alongside music and immersive decor inspired by 1867 Canada. 🤝 Networking Made Easy Not your average boring networking event — this is a fun, immersive social experience designed to help you make meaningful connections and meet new people naturally throughout the night. 🎭 1867 Canada Day Theme Expect vintage-inspired attire, Confederation-era ambiance, and immersive storytelling woven throughout the evening. 📸 Themed Photo Opportunities Capture the moment with photos at our themed photobooth and interactive video testimony phone provided by Snap N' Speak 👀 WHO SHOULD ATTEND? Perfect for: * young professionals * creatives & entrepreneurs * competitive friend groups * solo attendees * competitive couples * mystery lovers * anyone tired of traditional networking events and who loves a good problem-solving mystery 👗 DRESS CODE 1867-Inspired Cocktail or Detective Attire Encouraged Think: * vintage elegance * old-money aesthetics * waistcoats & corsets * pearls, gloves, suits, and formalwear * black trench coats & tailored suits * elevated cocktail attire 📌 Pinterest inspiration board: [https://pin.it/2uNLIi7ef](https://pin.it/2uNLIi7ef "https://pin.it/2uNLIi7ef") *(This attire is highly encouraged for the full immersive experience.)* 🎟 YOUR TICKET INCLUDES * Entry to the event * 2-hour interactive murder mystery experience * 1-hour casual networking experience * Access to the full venue bar & cafe * Fully immersive and interactive photobooth and video testimony phone experience 🥂 ABOUT SOCIALSIP SocialSip curates unique social experiences that make meeting people feel easy, natural, engaging, and memorable. By blending immersive entertainment with intentional networking, our events are designed to help people connect beyond traditional mixers and nightlife. 🔍 ABOUT IMMERSIVE GAME CLUB Immersive Game Club is on a mission to make extraordinary experiences accessible to everyone. We come to you - bringing fully hosted mysteries, role-playing adventures and escape room experiences right to your doorstep. Perfect for birthdays, corporate events or night out with friends. Our events are designed to pull you out of the everyday and into a world of mystery, strategy and storytelling. We also run regular public events, so there's always a new adventure around the corner. 🎟 SECURE YOUR SPOT One night. One mystery. Solve it together.Limited tickets available — secure yours now.

**🍀 Zoom In, Columbus — Speed Dating Is Live** > It's speed dating, made comfortable — Columbus singles, your sofa, and Zoom doing all the heavy lifting. **It runs like this:** 🔹 Drop your details and zip through a quick personality quiz 🔹 Log into Zoom right at go-time 🔹 Cycle through short one-on-ones with Columbus singles 🔹 Check your inbox tomorrow — your matches will be waiting --- **Select your age group to lock in a place:** 🔸 **Ages 18-32** → [Claim your spot](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=573&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Columbus&groupurlname=deutsch-conversation-film-night-cafe-gather&ar=18-32&face_v=10.0) 🔸 **Ages 30-46** → [Claim your spot](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=573&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Columbus&groupurlname=deutsch-conversation-film-night-cafe-gather&ar=30-46&face_v=10.0) 🔸 **Ages 40-58** → [Claim your spot](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=573&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Columbus&groupurlname=deutsch-conversation-film-night-cafe-gather&ar=40-58&face_v=10.0) 🔸 **Ages 55+** → [Claim your spot](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=573&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Columbus&groupurlname=deutsch-conversation-film-night-cafe-gather&ar=55+&face_v=10.0) _Fair warning: RSVP here is just a follow, not a registration. Your seat is only locked once you sign up and finish the quiz. Places are finite._ --- A room full of possibilities is just one link away. 🎵

Live online gay speed dating on Zoom for Columbus singles. Short one-on-one rounds, matched by age, all from home. [Click here to register](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=582&productType=onlineSpeedDatingGay&city=Columbus&groupurlname=city-french-film-night-and-conversation-circle&face_v=10.0) Please register asap. An RSVP here does not hold your spot, and not enough interest will result in the event being cancelled.

Want to see your work shine and put your pride on display? Then come to July's Creativity Circle! We will be making simple Suncatchers with tissue paper! Seats and supplies limited! Come while you can for as long as you like! Westerville Public Library in Meeting Room D.

WQC has weekly Thursday night social nights at the Westerville Java Central. Come and grab a coffee and connect with the community: low stakes, chill environment, and tasty drinks. No registration is required; come as you are.

**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!**

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