Reconstructionist Religion

Our monthly pub evenings are always a great opportunity to meet interesting people, chat, do a little networking, and enjoy a fun evening out. Whether you’re new to Humanism or already a member, this is a fantastic space for anyone who is non-religious, questioning their beliefs, or open-minded and looking to mingle. **Time: From 6pm** Feel free to join us whenever you’re able to – we’re often there until closing time. **Venue: Somers Town Coffee House** A lovely pub, close to Euston & Kings Cross stations. You’ll find us towards the back of the pub, on the left of the bar – look out for the Humanist signs on the tables. **What we talk about:** The conversations are different every time – from current events to humanism and secularism, with plenty of good laughs in between! If there’s something specific you’d like to talk about, we’d love to hear about it. We kindly request a contribution of £3 for our events to help cover various admin costs - but first-timers are welcome to give us a free trial. If you prefer you can also pay online by [clicking here](https://checkout.square.site/merchant/ML71XMH66FX5E/checkout/ALWCDLQ3S7AVPLFZ62PZGXLU). We encourage dialogue, debate, and sharing of information at our events but ask people to keep their interactions cordial. Any views expressed are those of the individual sharing them and may not reflect those of CLH. More about the venue: All indoor facilities are wheelchair-friendly/accessible. Free Wi-fi is available. It’s easy to reach – close to Euston and Kings Cross stations, and on 18 different bus routes! View a map [here](https://g.page/Somerstowncoffeehouse?share) More about Humanism: https://www.centrallondonhumanists.org.uk/about-humanism/ We look forward to seeing you!

Hi folks! Welcome to our July Cloud Native London meetup! Join us to hear from our two speakers and network with your fellow techies over pizza and drinks, or alternatively chat and following along on Youtube or LinkedIn! 6:00 Pizza and drinks 6:30 Welcome 6:45 Architecting Safe Autonomy: High-Stakes Autonomous Agents Need Deterministic Checkpoints for Safety (Hossein Kakavand, Luther Systems) 7:15 Putting Open GitOps to the test (Steve Fenton, Octopus Deploy) 7:45 Wrap up See you there! Cheryl (@oicheryl) **Putting Open GitOps to the test (Steve Fenton, Octopus Deploy)** The Open GitOps principles sound plausible, but the world is full of surprising realities. Join Steve Fenton and explore the GitOps research to see whether GitOps delivers on its promises, based on an analysis of over 600 perspectives from roles like DevOps engineers, developers, platform engineers, and cloud infrastructure engineers. *Steve Fenton researches the socio-technical systems behind software delivery; how organizations, people, and technology actually work together (or don’t). At Octopus Deploy, he explores GitOps, Platform Engineering, Continuous Delivery, and compliance through a lens shaped by punk history, psychology, and the kind of genre fiction that asks uncomfortable questions about systems and society.* *He’s an eight-time Microsoft MVP (DevOps), a DORA Community Guide, a CD Foundation Governing Board member, and a contributor to the CNCF Platform Engineering Community Group. He’s written books on TypeScript, Octopus Deploy, and Web Operations Monitoring, and occasionally writes horror fiction.* *https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevefenton/* *https://mastodon.social/@stevefenton* *https://bsky.app/profile/stevefenton.co.uk* **Architecting Safe Autonomy: High-Stakes Autonomous Agents Need Deterministic Checkpoints for Safety (Hossein Kakavand, Luther Systems)** The more freedom we give an autonomous agent, the more it drifts into hallucinations or policy violations, yet clamping it down with prompts kills the reasoning we want. Think Brownian Motion versus a Brownian Bridge: a random walk wanders anywhere, but pin it at fixed points and it moves freely between them while always landing where it must. Deterministic checkpoints are those pins. InsideOut applies this to infrastructure. It works with the user to shape a feature set, stack, config, Terraform and cost estimates, then deploys and manages the infrastructure in real time for monitoring, alerts and changes. Each stage must produce a structured artifact validated against fixed rules, and if a check fails only that stage repeats, catching errors before they propagate. High-stakes actions stay locked down by design: the agent can request a deploy by presenting a button, but never holds the cloud keys itself. The result is an agent that is more productive precisely because it is safely unconstrained. *Hossein Kakavand holds a Ph.D. from Stanford University. He has been with several start up in AI, ML and Distributed Systems, with IPOs on NASDAQ and LSE. He is currently a Co-Founder of Luther Systems focused on solving the Enterprise Operations problem at scale. @HosseinKavavand* ***Check out [https://www.oicheryl.com/cloudnativelondon](https://www.oicheryl.com/cloudnativelondon) if you're interested in speaking or sponsoring.***

Do you feel lost, stuck, or disconnected from your life? Inspired by Japanese philosophy such as Ikigai, a calm grounded Japanese lady will guide you to find clarity, balance, and meaning. "Sessions for Adults" - Open to all ages SUGGESTED DONATION £2 For any inquires WhatsApp 07453660984 Please contact me directly on WhatsApp

An oracle deck devoted to awakening the wild feminine and helping women live with complete authenticity, freedom, and power. Join us for an informal meet and greet with deck creator Outi Harma and get your own signed copy, dedicated to your own inner Venus. Featuring 36 stunningly illustrated cards by the talented artist Outi Harma, this powerful oracle card deck is crafted for the Wild Feminine. Each card is paired with inspiring and insightful sayings that invite you to explore the profound messages within. Allow yourself to engage deeply with the words and images, embracing your unique interpretations with confidence and creativity. You are a wellspring of inner wisdom; these cards are an essential tool to help you tap into that wisdom and align with your true self.

Your survival depends on knowing who you can rely on. But how can you tell who your real friends are? How can you determine if a person will help make a joint venture successful? Is there a way to predict behavior? Yes. There are fundamental elements to human behavior. When you know them you have insight into your fellow man, and just by observing how people act, you will know *everything* about them. #### On this lecture you will learn: * The important role of trust in human relationships. * The Hubbard Chart of Human Evaluation—the tool to know true character and predict what people will do. * How to evaluate others accurately and guarantee a more certain future for yourself and those you care about. With the knowledge you learn on this course, you will have tools to know who you can trust and who you can depend on. *“Trustworthiness is a highly esteemed commodity. When one has it, one is considered valuable. When one has lost it, one may be considered worthless.”* *—L. Ron Hubbard*

**THE NARROW WAY** **A CALL TO REAL MEN** **An evening of strategy, solutions, and brotherhood** **Men, you are invited to step in, sit down, and be counted. This isn’t a meeting — it’s a gathering of men who want to think clearly, fight well, and walk faithfully together.** **WHAT THE NIGHT HOLDS** **• Strategy & Planning — thinking ahead together as men with a mission** **• Real Solutions to Real Problems — honest talk about the battles men actually face** **• Friendship, Fun & Faith — good company, laughter, and grounding it all in Christ** **DETAILS** **When: Tonight — Wednesday 17 June, 6:30pm** **Where: The Stowe Centre, London** **Who: Every man — believers, sceptics, and seekers alike** **Bring a mate. Bring your questions. Come as you are.** **FIND US & STAY CONNECTED** **Meetup · WordPress · WhatsApp** **Facebook · Instagram · TikTok · Threads**

IS IT POSSIBLE: TO BECOME MOTIVATED ABOUT LIFE AGAIN; TO REBUILD YOUR CONFIDENCE IN YOURSELF AND GET RID OF NEGATIVE THINKING? Attend this meeting and see how you could possibly get some new knowledge to improve your life! A personal questionnaire and private discussion to help locate areas of life that you maybe could improve. A personalized programme for how you could do that! Come and meet us and others that may be like minded. Improve Your Life!!

In this event, we will discuss about a science or philosophy book chosen by London Science and Philosophy Book Club. The attendees will be divided into groups and each of them will focus on a chapter in the book. This month we will discuss about a fascinating book called Supersense: From Superstition to Religion by Bruce Hood. If you haven't read the book, it's no problem. I will bring you up to speed with the discussion materials. We will meet in a nice lounge area at 6 p.m for introductions. Please come on time so you will not miss out on valuable discussion midway. If you end up in the waitlist, feel free to show up. Book Description: Why is it that Tony Blair always wore the same pair of shoes when answering Prime Minister's Questions? That John McEnroe notoriously refused to step on the white lines of a tennis court between points? And that President-elect Barack Obama played a game of basketball the morning of his victory in the Iowa primary, and continued the tradition the day of every following primary? Superstitious habits are common. Do you ever cross your fingers, knock on wood, avoid walking under ladders, or step around black cats? Sentimental value often supersedes material worth. If someone offered to replace your childhood teddy bear or wedding ring with a brand new, exact replica, would you do it? How about £20 for trying on a jumper owned by Fred West? Where do such feelings come from and why do most of us have them? Humans are born with brains designed to make sense of the world and that need for an explanation can lead to beliefs that go beyond reason. To be true they would have to be supernatural. With scientific education we learn that such beliefs are irrational but at an intuitive level they can be resistant to reason or lie dormant in otherwise sensible adults. It now seems unlikely that any effort to get rid of supernatural beliefs or superstitious behaviours will be completely successful. This is not all bad news - such beliefs are a useful glue that binds us together as a society. Combining brilliant insight with witty example Hood weaves a page-turning account of our 'supersense' that navigates a path through brain science, child development, popular culture, mental illness and the paranormal. After reading SuperSense, you will realize why you are not as reasonable as you might like to think - and why that might be no bad thing. Agenda: 6 p.m to 7 p.m: Introduction and Socializing 7 p.m to 9:30 p.m: Book Discussion 9:30 p.m to late night: Drinks, Dinner or Feel free to go home

**Beginner Singles Session 🏸** Bookings and payments are now handled directly thorough our platform: [tbc.shuttlestats.app](https://tbc.shuttlestats.app) This session is designed for beginner singles players looking to improve their game in a fun, friendly, and supportive environment. Whether you’re developing your footwork, building confidence, or simply enjoying competitive singles, our aim is to help you progress and enjoy the journey. **Session Fee** **£16 per player** **Important Information** * **Start time**: 11:00 AM sharp. Please arrive a few minutes early so we can begin on time. * **Parking**: Free on-site parking is available. * **Finding the venue**: Using the postcode will take you to the front of the school. If you have any difficulty finding us, please send us a message and we’ll be happy to help. **Disclaimer** Participation is at your own risk. The Badminton Collective and Oasis Academy cannot accept responsibility for any injuries, accidents, or loss of personal belongings

Come join Rev Adam for one of his annual traditions: screening his favourite summer blockbuster film! Our licensing doesn't allow us to advertise the title outside of the congregation, so [get on our mailing list](https://www.new-unity.org/sign-up-to-our-newsletter) or come to a Sunday gathering for more details. (Or just come and be surprised!) Bring a snack or drink to share and socialise at 6.30; the movie will start promptly at 7.00. The event is free and all are welcome. Note: the film is rated 12 for infrequent strong language and occasional mild bad language.

## Indian Professionals in London - Eat, Drink and Socialise Join us in Greenwich on **July** **3rd 2026 at 6:00 PM (BST)** for a fun evening to **eat, drink, and socialise** with fellow Indian professionals in London. It's the perfect chance to unwind, meet new people, and enjoy great vibes in a relaxed setting. Whether you're new in town or a regular, come along and make some awesome connections! With music playing, drinks flowing, and a vibrant atmosphere, it’s the perfect spot to soak up the city energy.

Here is a recap of how the Club works: 1\. We meet every six weeks or so in or near the National Theatre\. 2\. We vote in advance and pick two articles from a short list to read before we meet\. Usually one relates to politics/current affairs and the other to history\, culture or science\. 3\. We talk about each one for around half an hour and the beauty of Article Club is that we can think more deeply about the broader themes of a topic\, and how well the article gets to grips with them\. 4\. We each give a score out of 10 for the articles that have been discussed\. 5\. We set the date for the next Article Club and sometimes adjourn to the pub\. I will post in the comments a Google form that you can use to vote for the articles you would like to read and discuss at this event. The point of Article Club is to challenge ourselves to read a diverse range of articles, share them with like-minded people and deal with our anxiety that we aren't reading books. Article Club was set up by Ross Bailey in 2015 who did a fantastic job at running it. Ross was followed by the equally fantastic Claire Ferraro and I (Alistair Baker) have been in the chair for the past eight years. OUR NEXT MEETUP: ARTICLE CLUB #77 Thursday 2nd July 2026 - 7:30pm to around 9:15pm. We sit on the soft round seats in the Lyttelton Theatre bar on the first floor.

“True magic is materialisation. For any other form of magic, it's a varying degree of illusion.” This sacred Land Tantra field and ceremony is an opportunity to participate in sacred magical activism and ceremonial service to Mother Gaia. A joyful magical activism process of repairing the sacred nerve pathway of materialisation - after the Age of Illusion/Separation that we have collectively lived through. This is a journey of clearing the passage of trust between the heart and the root, so that it is easier and simpler to live the magic of materialisation. Together we will immerse in the destiny-coded vibrations that Iceland re-verberates with, so that we can root more deeply into the magnetic love of the Earth, as we learn to attune our inner system to love and potential. We will receive daily channeled transmissions to help repair and restore the re-turn of the process of materialisation between the heart and the root chakras, so that on the 7/7 ceremony we can transmit this in the land, to assist Gaia in the system shift of moving from separation into illumination. Your part of the ceremony can be transmitted from wherever you are in the world, whatever we give in ceremony to the land, the land gives back to us. For that which we do in service, we do in symbiosis. The Age of Illusion, the Age of Separation, caused this trust pathway within humanity to be severed and damaged. This is a light chamber, soul-coded vibration, nerve and inner passage repair. A sacred initiation of the electromagnetic pathway within the self, within the collective, and within the land, so that our hearts can materialise more easily, turning love into form, as life informs our hearts. This is the simplicity of electromagnetic plasticity. Those called to be part of this field will receive sacred Land Tantra activations recorded from the powerful waterfalls, volcanoes, valleys and soul portals of Iceland. This repair happens through transmissions from the elements and the elementals that are masters of trusting and materialising. The daily, channeled transmissions include healings, light chambers, energy mechanics, teachings, atonements and attunements to fully restore the materialisation nerve within the self, so that you can be a conduit for the collective correction that is happening on the 7th. And most importantly, trust into your true magic of materialisation. Here are the titles of the live sessions: Attuning to the Community The Nerve of Trust Atonement Destiny codes Uncapping Our Magic Ceremony This ceremony is overlighted by the Rainbow Grandmothers, supported by the Elementals and the Nature Goddess of Creation. The sacred service work is by donation. Donate afterwards whatever feels right in your heart. And please do strengthen this field by inviting Soul Star family to gather and co -create this beautiful and important Land Tantra ceremony. So much love and true Magic to you all x REGISTER HERE: [https://www.starlight-temple.com/event-details/uncapping-your-magic-online-by-donation](https://www.starlight-temple.com/event-details/uncapping-your-magic-online-by-donation)

**In Person Seminar - The Destiny of Humanity and Human Beings in the Age of AI** **With Paul Levy** Why has Artificial Intelligence appeared so quickly in our world and what does it mean for us to be living in these times? With plenty of time for conversation and discussion Paul Levy will examine the opportunity presented to each and every one of us to meet the challenges of the age of digital technology and so-called "AI". Paul will draw upon current research, his own direct experience, and insights from Anthroposophy, ***Paul Levy is a writer, academic and author of several books including Technosophy, Digital Inferno and The Poetry of Change.*** All Welcome, No Need to Book, No Charge. This event will not be recorded. DONATIONS There is no charge for online or face to face events, except for Workshops involving extra cost. Voluntary donations towards our overheads are gratefully received and can be made either by Paypal or by Bank Transfer to a Nationwide account held for this purpose: PAYPAL: to SUE PEAT at suejoanpeat@gmail.com BANK TRANSFER: ACCOUNT NAME: ADRIAN HOTTEN ACCOUNT NO: 31466776 SORT CODE: 07-01-16 Many thanks.

Sleep in on Sundays. When you've had your fill of pajama-time, roll out and have some tasty brunch with your fellow Humanists!

Attend a free seminar on how to have successful and lasting relationships. At this seminar you will learn: How to spot and handle negative and toxic relationships. How to get through the "rough patches" in a relationship. How to choose the right people to work with. The three things that make or break any relationship. How to make a good relationship great. All are welcome. Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there. Hosted by the Dianetics and Scientology Life Improvement Center of Central Ohio.

This presentation will be by Ben Iten, humanist chaplain and HCCO Board Member. Speaking on expressing Humanism values in American democracy. This meetings will be hybrid. You can meet us in-person or attend online. The formal presentation will start at noon. Food and drinks will be provided at the event. Feel free to show up a little bit early to hang out and talk. The Humanist Monthly Program is our longest running event and still a community favorite. In the old days it used to be called "Going to HCCO" and we still like to think of it as our flagship event. Join Zoom Meeting [https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87836564953?pwd=4Mi57ElZkDIFlb1fnlNwOJ0NiOK4tP.1](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87836564953?pwd=4Mi57ElZkDIFlb1fnlNwOJ0NiOK4tP.1) Meeting ID: 878 3656 4953 Passcode: 760812 One tap mobile +19292056099,,87836564953#,,,,\*760812# US (New York) +13017158592,,87836564953#,,,,\*760812# US (Washington DC)

This is a free, in-person meeting on the subject of betrayals, losses and how to get over them so you can build lasting relationships. Burdened by a stressful relationship? Unhealthy relationships can trigger feelings of anger, despair or self-doubt. They can create dwindling spirals of fights and seeking to make-up, or trying to “pin the blame” on someone or something. If you don’t find the RIGHT reasons, or select the correct sources of the problem, the problem can just get worse and worse. Whether in love or personal ties, with friends or at work, our life really IS affected by the quality of our relationships. Good ones can promote pleasure and survival while less optimum ones can lead to annoyance, anger, self-doubt, stress, or even affect our health and ability to survive well. Whether you are suffering from a divorce, or a painful break-up, don’t know who to trust (or who to CHOOSE) as a partner, friend, boss or employee - the anxiety of relationship troubles can really make a mess of things. Maybe you’ve suffered a betrayal, or are dealing with hostility or criticalness or invalidation. Dwindling relationships can involve destructive behavior, where we hurt those we love, or start succumbing to self-destructive thoughts, attitudes or behaviors that spiral out of control and affect much more than our immediate relationship. Past losses in love or life can affect how we act or react to new people and situations and hold us back from even starting to create new, possibly great relationships! How can one get back onto a saner course of action? Come to our Meetup, where we can introduce you to some of the knowledge, tools and techniques of the breakthroughs in the field of the mind that we can apply to this ever important area of life: human relationships! Break free from self imposed limitations Here we will discuss: • How to “erase” the trauma of past hurts and betrayals so that one isn’t always repeating past mistakes. • Why and how do the negative emotions of others affect you? • Why is my partner withdrawing and what can I do about it? • Why do we sometimes feel compelled to hurt the ones we love? • Fights & arguments - what's really behind them? • What underlies “corrosive criticism” or the need to invalidate self or others? • How one can stably change one’s outlook on life so they can affect positive change? • Where do compulsive destructive behaviors come from and what can be done about them? • How to form closer bonds & keep growing the relationships with the people you care about? • How to enhance one’s own ability to survive and create positive healthy relationships whether in love, family & friendships or in work, business or one’s career? Relationships can be hard and life itself IS challenging. Why not arm yourself with the knowledge and breakthroughs that have been made about the mind, mental reactions & interpersonal relationships, so that one has better awareness and control over themselves and life in general. Learn where painful experiences are “stored” and how they can unknowingly affect us. You will also find out how one can “erase” those past painful experiences so that one is free to move forward without being tripped up by the past. Learn too, about what can lead some people to become “toxic” personalities and how to identify those traits in others so you won’t be tripped up trusting the wrong person. Our free Meet-ups occur in a safe environment where one can learn, without fear of judgment or criticism, and without the recommendation of harmful mental techniques or therapies, just how YOU can get yourself onto a happier & more successful path: in love & in life. We look forward to having you join us! This class is sponsored by the Dianetics & Scientology Life Improvement Center of Central Ohio.

Open Shelter has teamed up again with Red White and Boom! Friday, July 3rd & we are looking for volunteers to run the event’s alcohol booths. Proceeds from sales go to the Open Shelter’s organization. There are two available shifts: 12-6p & 5-11p. There will be an ipad-like device to process transactions in addition to cash. Everything will be in bottles or cans, so transactions should be very easy. Must be 21+. There are multiple beverage stations along the Civic Center Bridge. The stations are covered and also have beverage trucks next to them, so volunteers can cool off in the trucks. As far as parking, it is suggested those who are coming from the east use the Columbus Commons Garage, and those from the west use the Belle Street Garage. Harry from the Open Shelter will be your contact. (614)562-2169 mailto:harry@theopenshelter.org More information about the event: https://redwhiteandboom.org/ More information about the organization: https://theopenshelter.org/

This meeting will be a discussion about living your life with vision loss. For some, the incremental or sudden loss of vision is traumatic and hopeless. Our group assures those with vision loss that adjustment is possible and necessary. Through their lived experience, our participants support and encourage all. You can also join the meeting by Conference Call at (518) 263-8851.

From the moment sin entered the world, death began. Adam and Eve were not stricken dead immediately, but the process by which none of us lives forever in health and wholeness in these earthly bodies started its inexorable march to the inevitable end—death. The Bible makes it clear that by one man’s sin, death came to all mankind, but that by the obedience of One Perfect Man, Jesus, many are made righteous (Romans 5:19). F.F. Bosworth recognized this truth; he also would have people consider that the God Who provided for our greatest need—salvation from eternal death—would also provide healing for the lesser, but still great needs, of health and healing from sickness, disease, and the consequences of sin that we encounter before we die. Join us as we examine the case for biblical healing in the book first published in 1924, ***Christ The Healer*. We meet at True Food Kitchen, Easton Town Center on Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 6:30 pm.** Get your tickets on [EventBrite](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/christ-the-healer-columbus-ohio-tickets-1989133215995)! Connect with us on [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/events/1495777228332299)! Check out our new website, [LocalCA](https://localca.org/)! Say hello on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/christianbookclubwellness/)!