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Thursday 5km run followed by pub drinks
Please join us for our weekly run and social - a great (free!) way to meet new people!
We meet at 7pm outside The Horatia ( https://maps.app.goo.gl/p1QnyurFQh3gywov6) and head for the run together from there. You can leave a small bag or extra layer at the pub at your own risk.
The winter route is around Highbury Fields and in the summer we do a loop to Clissold Park, both ending at the starting point- the Horatia pub.
We run 5km at an easy pace (about 6-7 mins per km), with some people going faster and some slower.
After the run, we will head to the Horatia pub for some drinks (alcoholic and soft are fine- no judgment!).
GoodGym Waltham Forest // Group Session // Do Good & Get Fit
**PLEASE VISIT THE WEBSITE TO CONFIRM SESSION DETAILS AND LET US KNOW YOU PLAN TO ATTEND. THIS IS MANDATORY.**
**Want to do something useful with your exercise? GoodGym is no ordinary gym. We're a group of people who get fit by doing good - helping out local charities and community groups with physical jobs like shifting compost and planting trees.**
**📍 We meet at** **Greenleaf Road Baptist Church, 4 Greenleaf Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 6QQ** **at 6:30pm.**
**🏃♂️ At 6:45pm we'll run, walk or cycle to do a 30-40 minute task.**
**🏃♂️ Then we'll head back to where we started by 8:30pm, do some stretches and maybe grab a beverage?**
It's FREE. It's fun. It's fulfilling. And we're a very friendly bunch. 🍇
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**BOOK ONTO THE SESSION**
**To come to the session click here:** https://www.goodgym.org/v3/sessions
**You will need to confirm your attendance on the GoodGym website** (this includes creating an account with us if you haven’t already - it only takes a few mins).
The link above takes you to the session listings in your area - if this session doesn’t fit your schedule, you may find something that does so check it out.
p.s. GoodGym is a charity and you will be asked whether you’d like to donate when first creating an account. The choice is yours and does not affect your ability to attend a session.
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**FAQ**
Not sure you'll keep up? GoodGym is for everyone (18+). Whether you've never run before, or are chasing a marathon PB, you are 100% welcome. We always have a back-marker so no one gets left behind.
70% of GoodGym members start as non-runners so if you're new to this kind of thing you will be supported by people who are all on the same journey. 👍
What do I need to wear? Most of us wear gym/running gear. Make sure you're prepared for the weather.
Don't feel like you're fit enough? Our tasks are simple and fun. There are easy jobs as well as more challenging things for those who want a workout! The choice is always yours.
Do I need to bring anything? Gardening gloves are really useful for a lot of GoodGym tasks. And a head torch too if it’s likely to get dark. Please bring some if you can but there’s no requirement 🧤💡🧤
What is GoodGym? We're a (really lovely) group of people who use our energy to make a difference in our local community (and in communities across the UK!). We often meet on a weeknight, at least once a week, for a session to do good and get fit. We'd love you to come and join us. Any questions, just pop a comment below or send me a message. Find out everything you need to know at goodgym.org
GoodGym Barking & Dagenham // Group Session // Do Good & Get Fit
**PLEASE VISIT THE WEBSITE TO CONFIRM SESSION DETAILS AND LET US KNOW YOU PLAN TO ATTEND. THIS IS MANDATORY.**
**Want to do something useful with your exercise? GoodGym is no ordinary gym. We're a group of people who get fit by doing good - helping out local charities and community groups with physical jobs like shifting compost and planting trees.**
**📍 We meet at** **Westbury Community Garden, St Awdry's Road, Barking, IG11 7QD** **at 6:15pm.**
**🏃♂️ At 6:30pm we'll run, walk or cycle to do a 30-40 minute task.**
**🏃♂️ Then we'll head back to where we started by 8:15pm, do some stretches and maybe grab a beverage?**
It's FREE. It's fun. It's fulfilling. And we're a very friendly bunch. 🍇
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**BOOK ONTO THE SESSION**
**To come to the session click here:** https://www.goodgym.org/v3/sessions
**You will need to confirm your attendance on the GoodGym website** (this includes creating an account with us if you haven’t already - it only takes a few mins).
The link above takes you to the session listings in your area - if this session doesn’t fit your schedule, you may find something that does so check it out.
p.s. GoodGym is a charity and you will be asked whether you’d like to donate when first creating an account. The choice is yours and does not affect your ability to attend a session.
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**FAQ**
Not sure you'll keep up? GoodGym is for everyone (18+). Whether you've never run before, or are chasing a marathon PB, you are 100% welcome. We always have a back-marker so no one gets left behind.
70% of GoodGym members start as non-runners so if you're new to this kind of thing you will be supported by people who are all on the same journey. 👍
What do I need to wear? Most of us wear gym/running gear. Make sure you're prepared for the weather.
Don't feel like you're fit enough? Our tasks are simple and fun. There are easy jobs as well as more challenging things for those who want a workout! The choice is always yours.
Do I need to bring anything? Gardening gloves are really useful for a lot of GoodGym tasks. And a head torch too if it’s likely to get dark. Please bring some if you can but there’s no requirement 🧤💡🧤
What is GoodGym? We're a (really lovely) group of people who use our energy to make a difference in our local community (and in communities across the UK!). We often meet on a weeknight, at least once a week, for a session to do good and get fit. We'd love you to come and join us. Any questions, just pop a comment below or send me a message. Find out everything you need to know at goodgym.org
🏀East London Falcons Scrimmage📍Bow📶Mid Intermediate
**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/49667
**Game Description:**
2 hours scrimmage hosted by East London Falcons at Bow.
Location: Entrance at Harley Grove
Intense scrimmage with good atmosphere.
Preferably for someone has basketball fundamental skills.
Games are well-organised with timers.
WhatsApp group chat: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DoMQQJVCVzJISX9VlaVfO5
If you have any questions, please dm @eastlondonfalcons on instagram
**Rules**
6 minutes or 7 points (1/2s)
3 teams of 6 or 4 teams of 5 (depends on how many players)
Call your own foul (no bitch fouls)
Bring good vibes and intensity
Team will be off after winning 3 games in a row. (if we have 4 teams)
Then the winning team will come back on next game.
London Indoor Bouldering Evening
Join OutdoorLads popular weekly Thursday Bouldering evening at The Arch in Bermondsey.
OutdoorLads London boulderers welcome all members of the LGBTQ+ community You'll be meeting with a supportive group of 5 to 10 plus boulderers who are always happy to introduce complete beginners or solve difficult bouldering problems with enthusiasts. We usually follow up with a pub visit.
This event is for members of all levels of experience and all are welcome to come along to any of the sessions.
Bouldering is a form of climbing where instead of long high routes, the 'problems', as they are referred to, tend to be shorter and focus on technique, balance, body positioning and sometimes power. Because of this different emphasis, bouldering doesn't have the hassle of climbing with ropes, harnesses and belaying, which makes the activities excellent for newcomers to the sport.
If you're a seasoned climber you won't need convincing about the benefits of bouldering, but for those who've never climbed more than a staircase, the benefits are wide ranging: from the physical - improved strength, tone, balance, power and coordination; mental - problem solving, focus, concentration and body awareness; to the emotional - relaxation, a sense of achievement and a feeling that mind and body are working together perfectly ('feeling psyched'). On top of all this, bouldering tends to be a very social sport where you can hang out with mates and each have a go as you feel regardless of what level you climb at.
🏸Social Doubles Badminton 📍Canning Town 📶 Mixed Ability
**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/46678
**Game Description:**
Come and join our badminton session in Canning Town 🔥
Join our whatsapp Group:
https://chat.whatsapp.com/LsLjg8CxI8MIxSFb82qkdb
Music 🎶 3 courts, social session - the general ability is mid intermediate.
There will be spare rackets but please bring your own racket if you do have one.
Yonex 300 plastic shuttles.
🚪 Getting Into the School
1\. The school is surrounded by a green fence\.
2\. Entrance is near the stone wall\.
3\. At the gate\, find the intercom on the right\-hand side\.
4\. Press the ‘Call’ button and wait for security to respond\.
5\. When the intercom flashes green\, push the gate open\.
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🏸 Finding the Indoor Court
1\. After entering\, go through the visitor gate\.
2\. Follow the corridor to the end\.
3\. Look for the yellow double doors – the badminton courts are inside\!
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🚻 Facilities
🔹 Changing Rooms & Toilets
\- Located outside the court area in the corridor\.
\- Male facilities – right\-hand side\.
\- Female facilities – left\-hand side\.
💧 Water Points
\- There are three water points in the corridor outside the court\.
\- Bring a water bottle to use with the water pump\.
Enjoy your game! 🏸🔥
**Rules**
Games to 21
Max two games on in a row
Max one game off in a row
Dulwich Park Nordic Walking
Ready to get outside? Our Thursday morning session in Dulwich park is back!
At this moment we can meet with up to 30 people (of more than two households) to do outdoor exercise and walks. However, i like to keep our exercise groups small, so I have set the maximum participants at 12.
For now this walk is for our experienced Nordic Walkers only, who already used to Nordic Walk with us regularly before Covid 19 kept us indoors, and who have their own Nordic Walking poles.
As this session is outdoors, we will not ask you to wear a face mask, but we do ask you to keep 2 meters apart. Some of our walkers might be immune compromised or more at risk, so please help us keep everyone safe!
Please do not come to the session and stay at home if:
- you know you have been in contact - in the last 2 weeks- with someone with symptoms of possible Covid, or if you have been in contact with someone who tested positive.
- you have any of the following symptoms: (new) Loss of smell/taste, Persistent cough, Fatigue, Loss of appetite, Skin rash, Hives, Fever, Severe muscle pain, Shortness of breath, Diarrhoea, Delirium, Abdominal pain, Chest pain, Hoarse voice, Eye soreness, Sore or painful throat, Nausea or vomiting, Headache, Dizziness or light headedness
We meet by the cafe in the middle of the park.
Session Price: £10 per session, £89 for a 10-session card or £70 unlimited sessions per month. Session cards and pay Monthly can be used in any of our outdoor walks or indoor Zoom classes sessions (except for the Parkinson's sessions).
Pay What Works:
The price shown above is the “true” value of the session that best reflects the work I put into preparing and leading your session. However, I understand that not everyone can afford to pay full price, and I don’t want that to stop you from joining us.
In an effort to find a balance between more financial accessibility and sustainable pricing, I now offer a “Pay What Works” model. This allows for financial flexibility while still valuing and respecting the work and energy I provide in creating and delivering these classes.
Then send an email to ailien@fitandhappyoutdoors.com with the heading “INVOICE please”- followed by “FAHO 1” to pay full price as quoted below, “FAHO 2”, for 20% off, or “FAHO 3” for 50% off.
Pllease do tell me if you want to pay for 10 sessions, or if you’d like to pay monthly.
I prefer payment by bank transfer, but if that is not possible you could pay in cash. No cheques please, the queues by the banks are just too long.
We walk in all safe weather conditions – if a walk is cancelled, we will contact you to let you know. Please check for text messages or Meetup messages before leaving home!
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LATIDO RUN CLUB | Week 2 Social Run 🧡
**Welcome to LATIDO RUN CLUB 🧡**
**After a great first run, we’re back for Week 2!**
**Join us for a relaxed social run around Battersea Park. Whether you’re new to running or already love it, you’re welcome here.**
**🏃 Social run (around 3–5 km)**
**🏃 All paces welcome**
**🏃 Come solo or bring a friend**
**🏃 Friendly and inclusive atmosphere**
**🏃 No pressure, just good vibes**
**📍 Peace Pagoda, Battersea Park**
**🕙 Saturday 10:00 AM**
**Let’s run, connect and enjoy the morning together.**
**✨ Run. Feel. Connect.**
Spring Bling Fling (no running required)
Every year we hold a Spring Bling Fling. This is a social opportunity where we wear non-running clothes adorned with any race medals earned in the last 12 months. However, don't worry if you've not done any races, we'll make sure you don't feel left out.
We will meet at The Salt Quay right next to the River Thames, a short walk from Rotherhithe station (Windrush) or Canada Water (Jubilee). We have an area reserved, and if the weather is good we can spill outside.
Feel free to join us from 5pm onwards. No running is required but, given we're a running group, we obviously won't stop you...
Saturday Run & Social Brunch
There's no better way to start the weekend than with a run in the park with a bunch of friendly people. So join us for our regular Saturday meetup!
TIME: 10am (please note we leave promptly)
DISTANCE: 6.5k/4 miles
START LOCATION: SW corner of Kensington Gardens, just inside the Kings Arms Gate (see pin on map below. program Royal Garden Hotel into google maps for directions).
We welcome all levels of runners, so everyone runs at their own pace, taking between 30 and 50mins to run a complete anti-clockwise lap of Hyde Park. then we meet up at the end and walk together to Whole Foods Market on High Street Kensington for some well-earned coffee and brunch (or to grab treats for a picnic in the park if the weather's nice).
[A route map can be found here](https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1misg9wJe6i3WXksj4q8yB43FBU07kBMv&usp=sharing)
Please sign up here or on our Strava page, which includes the route:
[https://www.strava.com/clubs/LondonSocialRunners](https://www.strava.com/clubs/LondonSocialRunners)
If you need more information, get in touch! We look forward to seeing you.
Organiser contact: Joris @ 07486420254
Founders Running Club :: London
**Founders Running Club (FRC)** brings founders, investors, tech, creative people and startup enthusiasts together for weekly easy runs and networking. We like to be comfortable when we run and finish with coffee and conversations. Choose your pace or follow a pacer—pets, friends, family, are welcome.
9:15 Bag drop at the Regent's Bar and Kitchen, Regent's Park:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/MmZdAVM8yXT9euKc7
9:30 Warm Up starts at the Inner Circle & York Bridge, South Gate: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/qw45ehLmDQY7maMD6](https://maps.app.goo.gl/qw45ehLmDQY7maMD6)
🗓️ Launched in San Francisco, July 16, 2022
🌍 Now in 27 cities
📅 Running + Networking events + Community
**Join the community [http://foundersrc.com/chats](http://foundersrc.com/chats)**
**Stay updated:**
**Instagram [http://instagram.com/foundersrc/](http://instagram.com/foundersrc/)**
**Podcast [http://podcast.foundersrc.com/](http://podcast.foundersrc.com/)**
**LinkedIn [http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/](http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/)**
**Strava [http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC](http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC)**
**Website [http://foundersrc.com/](http://foundersrc.com/)**
NEW GREEN £5 🌲🌳🌱🌿 WALK: TRENT PARK to ENFIELD CHASE
SCENIC WALK IN STUNNING GREEN FOREST with LAKES. STRENGTHEN NEW FRIENDSHIPS IN A PUB SOCIAL AFTER THE WALK.
Today we walk through the splendid scenery of Trent Park.
**WALK START:Cockfosters Underground Station** (Piccadilly Line - Travel Zone 5)
WALK ROUTE: From Cockfosters Underground Station we walk through Trent Park and then across to Stray Hill, Hilly Fields and down into Enfield Chase.
WALK DISTANCE: Approx 6.5 miles.
WALK FINISH: At a large pub 10 minute walk from Enfield Chase Station ( National Rail.)
STOPOUT POINT: Not many convenient places.
**Scroll down to see Disclaimer and Notice of Risks.**
ENJOY UNIQUE HEALTHY WALKS IN STUNNING GREEN SPACES OR ALONG WATERWAYS IN LONDON.
**COST of EVENT**:
**All of the walks on this group are only £5 each to attend. Payment is not collected before the day of the event to allow you maximum flexibility.**
**This walk is free for holders of the Ken's Events Membership Card.**
Get out, explore and enjoy London's abundant green spaces and surprising surrounding countryside. Give up the city streets for a day and breathe some fresh air. Improve your overall fitness levels and make some new friends at the same time.
Social Event:
Our walks are social walks, where the emphasis is on meeting new people, enjoying nature, healthy exercise, and fresh air. Our walks are not interrupted with running commentaries or historical lectures, although occasionally features of significance may be pointed out. As such our walks will be continuous with few stops and it is your responsibilty to keep walkers ahead in view and to follow the direction of the walk. We always end the walk at a pub where the socialising can continue.
Take this opportunity to visit green parts of London, unknown to most people, and that you would not otherwise have an opportunity to see.
RISKS:Please dress appropriately for weather conditions and carry a bottle of water and necessary medication. You need to be moderately fit for this walk and be able to walk for four miles without a break. In these walks we use; pavements, cross busy roads, public parkland, towpaths alongside water, other public paths, and tracks through woodland and countryside. Please only wear good sturdy shoes, trousers are recommended, and take care as surfaces may be uneven, and some paths are also used by joggers and cyclists. Be wary of portruding tree roots and low overhanging branches. If you require insurance for these walks then you must arrange this yourself.
No large dogs or small children please.
Please arrive in good time to allow opportunity to use toilets at the start of the walk as there may not be any toilet breaks available during the walk.
WANT TO COME ON ANOTHER WALK?
For a list of future walks go to[ http://www.meetup.com/KENS-EVENTS-EXPLORE-LONDON-SECRETS/events/](https://www.meetup.com/KENS-EVENTS-EXPLORE-LONDON-SECRETS/events/)
DISCAIMER
All Ken's Events are subject to a disclaimer. Please click here
[https://www.meetup.com/kens-events-explore-london-secrets/](https://www.meetup.com/kens-events-explore-london-secrets/)
to find out more about Kens Events/Walks and click on 'read more' to see full disclaimer.
Please post no pre-event messages unless you are posting something relevant for the whole group.
Kens Events also has a facebook page.
[http://www.facebook.com/Kens.events](http://www.facebook.com/Kens.events)
When you arrive at the station look for Ken with Kens Events/Meetup Badge outside the station.
WHAT IF THE WEATHER IS BAD? - Light rain is not a problem, only very heavy rain will lead to a postponement.
Amberley to Worthing – South Downs backcountry paths & Cissbury Ring
**WHAT TO EXPECT - HIKING INFO**
Distance: **25km** (c. 15 miles)
Ascent: c. **585m**
Estimated Duration (approx): **7 hours walking (moderate pace 4km/hr)**
Difficulty: **Energetic**
**HIGHLIGHT**
· Great views from Amberley Mount and Rackman Hill
· Undulating paths over the downs heading south towards Worthing
· Slow ascents and descents on remote paths away from South Downs Way
· Visit the ancient and most historic hill fort in Sussex – The Cissbury Ring.
· Optional sea swim at the end!
**DESCRIPTION**
*This walk is on paths less travelled over South Downs rolling hills with fantastic views along the way. There is an optional sea swim at the end for those who want to cool off after a good day’s walk.*
This is a beautiful part of the south downs with fantastic views and rolling hills - and with some neolithic and bronze age history along our way.
We start our walk in Amberley as we head up our first hill onto the South Downs to Rackman Hill for fantastic views looking north towards the North Downs – hopefully we will have good views on the day.
We then head south over rolling hills and forlorn paths, meeting locals who know the less travelled parts of the south downs. I have chosen a route which meanders past other settlement hills and hopefully with views over to the sea. We pass Finden for a refreshment stop after 14km (no pub stops before then).
We then head over to Cissbury Ring – the oldest hill fort on the South Downs Way. It boasts much history - a neolithic flint mines, bronze age burial ground, iron age hill fort, a roman mint, a tudor vantage point before it was investigated archeologically by the Victorians. Then onto Worthing for a drink and a swim!
Option at this stage is to head back to London or go down to Worthing Pier and have a swim.
*ps. My walks make time to enjoy the views, take in local history, and look at interesting buildings along the way.*
**PROGRAMME**
You can choose to **meet at London Victoria or the Hike Starting Point**.
The applicable time and meeting points are detailed below.
**MEETING POINT:**
We will assemble beside Nero's and by Neil Yards Remedies opposite the Information Desk
**LONDON STATION MEETING DETAILS**
**Assembly Time:**
by 08.00 - for those looking to come in on the Group Save
by 08.15 - for people who have their own tickets as we move to the train
08.32 - train departs
09.59 - train arrives
**HIKE START POINT**
Leave at: **10.10**
Meetup Point: **Amberley Train Station** \- outside the front
**RETURN**
It is impossible to promise a specified finish train and time, but we aim to return to London on the **18.35 (20.05 arrival)** if you are not swimming.
There are trains at 35mins and 55mins per hour (the latter trains at 55mins take much longer). There is a train at 17.35 (19.05 arrival) but we're unlikely to catch this train.
**HIKE COST**
The cost for the **hike is £10 per person**
**TRAIN INFORMATION**
For those buying their own tickets, please get a **return to FORD (covers both the Amberley and Worthing train routes) .**
**GROUP SAVE**
Group save train fare is **£26.70** \- if you want to join in\, please message me\.
Alternatively, you can buy a Network Railcards for £35/ year for similar off peak savings. www.network-railcard.co.uk.
**REVIEWS**
[Trip Advisor](https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attraction_Review-g186338-d19994843-Reviews-AAA_Hiking_Outdoor_Group-London_England.html) \| [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/AAAHikingUK/reviews) \| [MeetUp](https://www.meetup.com/aaa-outdoor-hiking-adventure-travel/feedback-overview/)
**PRICE INCLUDES**
· Guided hike planned and led by an experienced AAA leader, trained in Outdoor First Aid.
**PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE**
· Travel costs
· Lunch, drinks or any refreshments
· PayPal fees
**RECOMMENDED KIT LIST** [(](https://mailchi.mp/aaalondongroup.com/kitlist)complete list[)](https://mailchi.mp/aaalondongroup.com/kitlist)
· Suitable hiking shoes or boots
· Packed lunch and snacks
· Water - 2 litres recommended
· Waterproof jacket and trousers (Please no jeans!)
· Warm windproof layer e.g. Down/Primaloft/Fleece
· Wicking base layer e.g. Polyester/Tencel/Merino
**CANCELLING/REFUNDS**
If you can no longer join the hike, please message the Host listed on here, and update your RSVP status to 'Not going', to allow others to take your place. If the hike is full, and you have messaged us and have changed your RSVP to 'Not going', we will refund you, less than the PayPal/Meetup fees. To obtain this, please email info@aaalondongroup.com **after the event**, with the email address you use on your PayPal account and transaction reference. If the hike is not full, unfortunately we will not be able to provide any refund.
**QUESTIONS**
If you have any other questions, please check visit our [FAQ page](https://mailchi.mp/aaalondongroup.com/frequently-asked-questions). If you are still unsure, contact the event Host shown on this page.
We have operated over 1,000 events without significant incidents in the last ten years, achieved through meticulous planning. All participants (members and their guests) in any AAA Hiking event or activity are personally responsible for their fitness, safety and welfare, and must be equipped accordingly. If you have signed up for the event, you acknowledge and accept the AAA London Group Terms and Conditions.
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🌳 Barefoot walk in Hamspead Heath
Join me for a morning walk on Saturday 6th at 11am!
We will meet at Hamspead Heath Station and walk barefoot for about 2 hours in the park (mostly grass and forest area)
You can come solo or with friends — either way, you'll feel part of the group
You can also wear minimalist shoes if you like!
Looking forward to see you there!
Note: this circular track is graded easy and is suitable for beginners as we will be mostly walking on grass
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Drunken Philosophy: Are you really who you think you are? What is the "self"?
I have been studying the question of "self" online with Prof. Ellie Anderson and so I thought a prompt on the "self" might be interesting. Full confession: I had Claude create this prompt and I like it, so here goes:
Imagine a thought experiment that merges two classic puzzles:
> You undergo a procedure, performed neuron by neuron, in which every biological component of your brain is replaced with a functionally identical synthetic substitute. At each step, your behavior, memories, and personality remain unchanged. When the last neuron is swapped, is the consciousness experiencing the world still you? And — more pressingly — was there ever a continuous "you" to begin with?
### Questions to Wrestle With
* If consciousness is purely physical, does the *gradual* nature of the replacement matter, or is it equivalent to being destroyed and rebuilt?
* Could there be a "self" without continuity of experience — even moment to moment, while you sleep?
On a more practical level, consider the simpler case first: **hemispherectomy** patients — people who have had an entire cerebral hemisphere surgically removed — often retain a strong sense of personal identity and continuity. This suggests "you" are not rigidly tied to specific physical material. But does that vindicate the synthetic neuron case, or merely show that identity is more *flexible* than we thought — not that it can survive *complete* substrate replacement?
I used Claude so I could get this out today and let everyone have some time to consider it. Hope to see you at the Oracle. Sorry about the location change two weeks ago. That's what I get for trusting local weather predictions!
CMG Summer Road Trip: MOVIE - DISCLOSURE DAY at The Strand Theatre!
\*\*\*DINNER UPDATE\*\*\* Thank you for the great response! The dinner portion of this event quickly filled up so it now has its own separate event listing. Everyone who RSVP’d by 6/3 has already been added. If you’d like to attend, click the MOVIE event listing to RSVP. Space it still open. If you’d like to attend the MOVIE portion of this event, it is currently FULL but a WAITING LIST is available. If you’d like to attend, be sure to get on the Waiting List as space often opens up in the days leading up to the event. Separate event listings and links for the MOVIE and DINNER portions of the event can be found below.
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Join us as we take a short summer road trip to downtown Delaware and the historic Strand Theater to see the latest from director Steven Spielberg and what’s likely to be one of the better films we see this year: DISCLOSURE DAY! We’ll pair this fun film with an equally fun dinner at nearby SON OF THURMAN! \*\*SEPARATE RSVP REQUIRED\*\* Should be a great movie, a tasty dinner, and a fun day in beautiful downtown Delaware! Here are details, a trailer and our plan for this event:
DISCLOSURE DAY: This epic sci-fi action-drama follows a whistleblower and a meteorologist attempting to reveal proof of extraterrestrial life as they face some unexpected opposition. The film is directed by Steven Spielberg which automatically puts it in the Oscar conversation! The stellar cast includes Emily Blunt, Josh O'Connor, Colin Firth, Eve Hewson, Wyatt Russell and Colman Domingo.
TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SCYT8vb2siQ
MOVIE PLAN: We’ll plan for a 1pm-ish showing and will meet in the lobby area starting at 12:30pm. Exact showtime will be confirmed/announced as the date gets closer! You can purchase your ticket in advance here. But before you do, be sure to check out the CMG Movie & Popcorn Deal below! Strand Theater Tickets: https://strandtheatreoh.com/tickets
CMG MOVIE + POPCORN DEAL: The Strand has what many consider to be the Best Popcorn in the State! They open their concession window for festivals and many are known to stop by for some, whether they’re seeing a movie or not! For our event, the Strand is offering a special deal so you can see for yourself! The CMG Special Deal includes a Movie Ticket, Small Popcorn and Small Drink for just $10! To receive the deal, purchase your ticket when you arrive and let ‘em know you’re with the Columbus Movie Group!
ABOUT THE STRAND THEATRE: The Strand Theatre is located at 28 East Winter Street in historic downtown Delaware! Operating for more than 100 years, the Strand Theatre is one of the 10 longest-operating movie theaters in the United Status and one of the few remaining independent movie theaters showing first-run films! The theater offers a variety of programming, including first-run, art house, ongoing events and fun film series! If you missed last year’s event there, haven’t been there (or haven’t been in a while), you are in for a treat! In addition to the historic theater, the entire downtown area has been completely revitalized with lots of great restaurants and shops!
ABOUT SON OF THURMAN: Family-owned since 1942, The Thurman Café in Columbus is a legendary local restaurant that has received national acclaim for their legendary Thurman Burger, great food and fun atmosphere! Son of Thurman is part of that family of restaurants that brings the Thurman experience to Downtown Delaware and will be our dinner location for this event! In addition to their namesake burger, their menu features a huge array of appetizers, sandwiches, subs, wings, pizza, vegetarian options (like the Thurman Veggie Burger), and more! We’ll have a table reserved for the group! SEPARATE RSVP REQUIRED for the dinner portion of the event. You can check out their menu here: https://sonofthurman.com/
DINNER PLAN: Thank you for the great response! The dinner portion of this event quickly filled up so it now has its own separate event listing. Everyone who RSVP’d by 6/3 has already been added. If you’d like to attend, click the MOVIE event listing to RSVP. Space it still open. If you’d like to attend the MOVIE portion of this event, it is currently FULL but a WAITING LIST is available.
If you’d like to attend, be sure to get on the Waiting List as space often opens up in the days leading up to the event. Separate event listings and links for the MOVIE and DINNER portions of the event can be found below.
OFFICIAL CMG T-SHIRT EVENT: Did you get one of our CMG 2024 Tour of Columbus T-Shirts or 2025 Road Trip T-Shirts? While you can wear them any time, we’ll make certain events Official CMG T-Shirt events where we’ll ALL try to wear them! This is one of those events, so wear ‘em if you got ‘em!
Look forward to seeing you at this fun Summer Road Trip Adventure, Dan
Blendon Woods Metro Park
Hi Ladies , Let's Hike Blendon Woods Metro Park .
We will meet at the nature center parking lot.
Hiking about 4 miles completing the blendon woods loop and the sugarbush trail .
Wear appropriate footwear and bring water for hydration .
CMG Summer Road Trip: DINNER - SON OF THURMAN After DISCLOSURE DAY!
\*\*\*DINNER UPDATE\*\*\* Thank you for the great response! The dinner portion of this event quickly filled up so it now has its own separate event listing. Everyone who RSVP’d by 6/3 has already been added.
If you’d like to attend the MOVIE portion of this event, RSVP on the separate event listing.
If you'd like to attend the DINNER portion of the event, RSVP here! If event is FULL, a WAITING LIST will be available. If you would like to attend, be sure to get on the Waiting List as space often opens up in the days leading up to the event.
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Join us as we take a short summer road trip to downtown Delaware and the historic Strand Theater to see the latest from director Steven Spielberg and what’s likely to be one of the better films we see this year: DISCLOSURE DAY! Should be a great movie, a tasty dinner, and a fun day in beautiful downtown Delaware! Here are details, a trailer and our plan for this event:
DISCLOSURE DAY: This epic sci-fi action-drama follows a whistleblower and a meteorologist attempting to reveal proof of extraterrestrial life as they face some unexpected opposition. The film is directed by Steven Spielberg which automatically puts it in the Oscar conversation! The stellar cast includes Emily Blunt, Josh O'Connor, Colin Firth, Eve Hewson, Wyatt Russell and Colman Domingo. SEE SEPARATE RSVP LISTING TO SIGN UP FOR THE MOVIE PORTION OF THIS EVENT. TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SCYT8vb2siQ
DINNER PLAN: Join us at nearby SON OF THURMAN immediately following the movie. The restaurant is located a short walk from the theater. If the event is full, be sure to get on the waiting list as space will often open up in the days leading up to the event.
ABOUT SON OF THURMAN: Family-owned since 1942, The Thurman Café in Columbus is a legendary local restaurant that has received national acclaim for their legendary Thurman Burger, great food and fun atmosphere! Son of Thurman is part of that family of restaurants that brings the Thurman experience to Downtown Delaware and will be our dinner location for this event! In addition to their namesake burger, their menu features a huge array of appetizers, sandwiches, subs, wings, pizza, vegetarian options (like the Thurman Veggie Burger), and more! We’ll have a table reserved for the group! You can check out their menu here: https://sonofthurman.com/
Look forward to seeing you at this fun Summer Road Trip Adventure, Dan
Bike Ride - Pickerington Ponds to Three Creeks to Three Creeks
**Weather permitting**, we’ll take a casual ride from Pickerington Ponds (Glacier Knoll) to Three Creeks and back.
Distance is **18–25 miles**, depending on where we turn around and whether we add a side loop.
Pace is around **12 mph**, but this is a fun, no‑drop ride — we can slow down as needed.
Here’s the **map** showing Glacier Knoll (bike), Confluence Park (flag), and BrewDog: [https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit..](https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit..).
Text or call Scott at **614‑975‑4458** if you’re coming.
Columbus ski club membership not required for this event. CSC assumes no responsibility for the event or any injuries as this is organized by a third party.

























