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It's been a few years since we last attended a Sinfonia Toronto concert at Trinity St-Paul's Centre (Bloor/Spadina). They are superb/polished. AND-they did not forget us! **Thank you Sinfonia** for the very generous 35% off ticket promo. (Limited time--don't delay that long in purchasing your ticket) https://www.sinfoniatoronto.com/ Inspired by European chamber orchestras, Sinfonia Toronto **performs standing** (except for the cellists). It allows for greater freedom of movement in playing for the musicians, and a different energy than the usual classical concert. On **open-crescent format** facilitates close communication between the musicians, and is designed to create a high level performance dynamic. ## Overview of this concert Berlin Phil **oboist** Christoph Hartmann makes Canada debut - Montreal **cellist** Noémie Raymond plays a beloved work - Nurhan Arman conducts *Friday, January 23, 2026, 7:30 pm, Trinity-St. Paul's Centre, 427 Bloor St. West* **FOUR CENTURIES** \| **Berlin Montréal TO** *Berlin Philharmonic oboist Christoph Hartmann makes his Canadian debut, stellar Montreal cellist Noémie Raymond* *plays a beloved concerto, and we spotlight two great Toronto composers* SINFONIA TORONTO / NURHAN ARMAN Conductor CHRISTOPH HARTMANN Oboist / NOÉMIE RAYMOND Cellist *Program:* MOZART Divertimento K 136 NORBERT PALEJ Oboe Concerto *world premiere* BACH Oboe Concerto in D Minor DAVID JAEGER Fantasia ‘Conjure You’ *world premiere* SAINT-SAENS Cello Concerto No.1 in A minor Op.33 **Ticket link here (and program notes)--** https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/four-centuries-berlin-montreal-to-tickets-1360236326469 ***Use promo code MEETST for 35% off ticket price (now only $30-$40)*** I have a ticket in Balcony/left side. Again, thank you Sinfonia Toronto!

Bring any piece of music in any form. We'll deconstruct it's musical elements and share with each other what the music evokes and what insights arise. Then, consider how this musical work fits into the broader world of music and sound. After a break well do a musical exercise together and end with a short slent meditation. Advance registration with pay pal $20. Please call Gary to confirm your registration. 647 292 5415 Generosity policy: limited spots available for no or low charge fir those who need it.

**Sing along to timeless hits from across the decades and put your knowledge of your favourite songs to the test!** **We'll have:** * Finish that lyric * Who's that artist * Name that Tune Get ready for a great night of banging tables and loud singing. You'll have songs from the 80's, 90's, 00's and 10's in your head for weeks after this one... **TRIVIA DETAILS:** * Doors open at 6:00 p.m. Let's meet around 6:10 for (optional) dinner and drinks and to chat before the event begins. * First question is at 7:00 p.m. SHARP * Top 3 teams win a $50-$100 Hemingway's gift card **HOW TO REGISTER FOR OUR TEAM:** Visit: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/music-trivia-name-that-tune-1st-night-tickets-1979232253951?aff=ebdsoporgprofile * Tickets are $15.00 per player + tax & Eventbrite fees * Minimum of 1 player and max of 6 players per team * **You will be prompted to input our team name - RAGE AGAINST THE TRIVIA** * Please make sure you use the above team name when you buy your ticket so we'll be on the same team and at the same table.

:Saturday Morning Drop In Cost $ 10 \*\*\* Not registered $13 \* Included Plastic birdies, please try to have cash and pay before playing. \*\*\*(Cash Only) (Cash Only) (Cash Only) Location: 1370 Birchmount Rd, Unit 6 \*The close intersection in Birchmount Rd & Lawrence Ave. Time: Saturday 9:30 AM - 12 PM \*\*\*9:30 AM- 12 PM 3 courts available \*\*\*\*\* \*Please bring your own racquet, \*Please bring indoor gym sport shoes. (Change shoes in the club) \*\*\* \*This weekly gathering is for all levels (beginner to advance) badminton players. \*No outside food allowed. \* This event is for the purpose of playing friendly double games and for all levels of players from beginner to advance. Please do not use this as an opportunity to do training and singles games. Attendance in effect -please give at least 24hr notice in advance for cancelation so others may have time to react. Late show and no-shows maybe permanently removed from group and unable to rejoin.

**Welcome to our group! We hope to see you out at the pool soon. We play Fridays 8:30-10pm at Riverdale Collegiate Institute pool. We have lots of spare gear for you to try the game, so there is no need to buy anything before you try U/W Rugby. Just bring your suit and towel. And your first 2 practices are free!** \*Please note: This game requires swimming. While we do have lifeguards, you must be a competent swimmer and comfortable in the water in order to participate. **Enter the school through this door: [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1T1BP7DXur9QHK5aYo-s3vwmHu3MG9N55/view?usp=sharing](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1T1BP7DXur9QHK5aYo-s3vwmHu3MG9N55/view?usp=sharing)** **Directions to the pool:** **[https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ggRqpd6UiCX1L-1Hbupg2GMclkbxNVx7/view?usp=sharing](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ggRqpd6UiCX1L-1Hbupg2GMclkbxNVx7/view?usp=sharing)** **Looking forward to seeing you at the pool,** **Gord**

We are excited to bring in Mikayla Rogerson. Mikayla is able to model in many different styles so we are taking advantage of that in our Portfolio Builder class. We will do a beauty, casual fashion, fashion and boudoir and fitness. We are looking forward to having her beauty and energy in the space to create some fabulous photos for your portfolio. To find out more about the studio and workshop you can visit [https://www.productionstudio.ca](https://www.productionstudio.ca) This is a [ticketed](https://www.productionstudio.ca/purchase) event, Secure your spot today! **Who Should Attend?** Our workshops at The Production Studio are designed for photographers looking to expand their skills or build their portfolios in a professional setting. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced shooter, these sessions offer hands-on learning with top-tier talent from leading agencies. Studio photography can feel intimidating, but our workshops provide a relaxed environment where you can observe, ask questions, and learn by doing. There’s nothing like hands on experience. With a variety of styles and themes, each session ensures participants have the opportunity to shoot one-on-one with models, refine their techniques, and connect with fellow photographers and enthusiasts. **​ What you should bring:** * A DSLR/Mirrorless camera * Fully Charged Battery * Freshly Formatted Memory Card(s) * General Lenses: 24-70mm, 24-105mm and 70-200mm If you have a macro lens, 50mm or 85mm please bring it along. It really depends on the type of workshop * Pocket Wizards (if you have your own, otherwise one will be provided for you) * Bring along a list of shots you’d like to achieve or posing ideas. It can help to ensure that you get the perfect image. **Workshop Details:** * ​Arrival: Upon arrival, use the intercom to call unit 205 for entry. Please aim to arrive 15 minutes early to settle in before the session begins. * Social Interaction: Feel free to connect with the workshop host and fellow photographers. Keep conversations lighthearted and professional to foster a creative and welcoming environment. * Photoshoot Session: Each workshop runs for 3 hours, with participants working one-on-one with the model across 4-5 different sets. The goal is to capture a few standout images from each setup that you can proudly showcase on your website and social media. * Model Release: A non-commercial model release, signed by the model, will be provided to each photographer. Photos and videos taken during the workshop can be used for personal promotional purposes only, including portfolios, websites, and print media such as postcards. * Please note that behind-the-scenes (BTS) content may be captured by individuals, the model, MUA, or the event host. If you prefer not to be recorded, kindly inform everyone before the event begins. **Cancellation Policy** Cancellations are accepted 7-14 days before the workshop (depending on the event) for a full refund. This policy ensures workshops can run smoothly for the studio, models, and MUAs. Think of workshop registration like purchasing a concert ticket, refunds aren’t typically given. However, if you cancel within 7 days and a replacement is found, a full refund will be issued. If the organizer cancels, you’ll receive a full refund. In rare cases, a model may be replaced due to illness, but only with someone of similar look and talent. **About the organizer:** Emanuel Pires has been a photographer for over a decade, leading more than 800 workshops. With years of experience, he offers professional, engaging, and educational sessions designed to inspire creativity. His goal is to build a vibrant community of artists, models, and makeup artists within his professional space. ​To learn more about Emanuel, visit his website [Pires Photography](https://www.piresphotography.ca). This is a [ticketed](https://www.productionstudio.ca/purchase) event, Secure your spot today!

“**MAKING TORONTO A MORE MUSICALLY INTERESTING CITY.**” - *TORONTO STAR* “**INNOVATIVE COMPOSERS MAKING NEW WORKS ARE THE STARS**.” - *NOW* This is the 13th year for the **21C Festival**. What better time to devour *new and innovative music* than in the depths of a Toronto winter! **All tickets are $21**--at the link below. Choose your own seat. Associate dean of The Glenn Gould School and Director of The Taylor Academy, **Barry Shiffman leads a concert of works by celebrated Argentine-American composer Osvaldo Golijov**, “a musical alchemist (who) conjures up new worlds” (*The New York Times*). Among other works, the program includes *Tintype*, a new work co-commissioned by the RCM for viola and string quintet. Lovely sample of what you will hear/experience-- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dXljNtg_V9o&t=214s **Ticket link:** https://www.rcmusic.com/events-and-performances/new-worlds-colon-music-of-golijov We could aim to meet 1pm in the venue CAFE and/or in the lobby area of Mazzoleni Hall (1: 30pm onwards)

**New Price Details:** -$10 per person (please bring one new feather birdie, similar to RSL 4 pink) -OR $13 per person (Tiger to provide one brand new feather birdie per player, similar to RSL 4 pink) -Plastic shuttles can still be provided after the feather birdies are used up \*Please be courteous to other players — if you can’t make it, kindly cancel at least 48 hours in advance so others have the chance to join. Come start your Sunday with energy, laughter, and great games!

Blood Roses is a local band that plays a large assortment of 80s covers. They'll be playing a live show at Timothy's Pub on Brown's Line in Etobicoke this Saturday.

Cost: $16 per person (includes feather birdies). Plastic birdies are available upon request. Payment: Cash is preferred and should be made before playing. E-Transfer (EMT) or debit card payments are accepted (plus applicable taxes). Time: Sundays, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Location: 1370 Birchmount Rd, Unit #6 (Closest intersection: Birchmount Rd & Lawrence Ave) Requirements: Racquets: Bring your own racquet. Rentals are available at the club if needed. Shoes: Please bring indoor gym shoes and change into them at the club before entering the courts. Winter Reminder: Ensure you change into court shoes before stepping onto the courts during the winter months. Rules and Guidelines: No outside food is allowed. This meetup is open to players of all skill levels (beginner to advanced). The primary purpose is to play friendly doubles games. This event is not intended for singles matches or formal training sessions. Attendance is capped based on court availability. Waitlisted participants may be moved to the confirmed list as space allows, with priority given to regular attendees and those with reliable RSVP history. No Drop-ins: Only individuals on the confirmed “Going” list are allowed to attend. Unregistered participants will be asked to leave. Cancellation Policy: Please cancel at least 48 hours in advance if you cannot attend. Failure to do so will result in being marked as a no-show. Repeated no-shows may lead to removal from future “Going” lists.

**Cardio Pickleball (12+): Conditioning, Drills & Group Play** Looking to boost your game and your heart rate? Join us for **Cardio Pickleball**—a high-energy class designed to improve your endurance, agility, and pickleball performance through targeted conditioning, skill-building drills, and fast-paced group play. This program is suitable for **novice players and above**. Participants should have **prior experience playing pickleball** and be comfortable with the rules and basic gameplay. 🟢 **What to Expect:** * Pickleball-specific cardio and conditioning * Skill-focused drills to improve your game * Small group play with quick rotations to keep you moving 📅 **Full Program Available** Register for the full session (automatically prorated if you join late): 👉 [Click here to register](https://app.amilia.com/store/en/miles-nadal-jcc/api/Activity/Detail?activityId=xrVn1j6) 💲 **Drop-In Option:** Want to try it first? Drop in for just **$40** (subject to availability). Bring your water bottle, court shoes, and get ready to move! Paddles are provided, or feel free to bring your own!

(2024) by Christof Koch, 288 pages [Psychology] • Hardcover • Kindle • Audiobook • Library: https://fcplcat.fairfaxcounty.gov/search/title.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.1&pos=1&cn=613100 Check the How To Find Us section for Zoom Link **(Remember, the Zoom Link is different each month, do not bookmark)** ### Review "A wonderful book."―Sam Harris, Making Sense with Sam Harris “a fun introduction to a number of debates… Mr. Koch’s book provokes questions… and counterarguments, but that’s what gives it life.” ―The Wall Street Journal “Easily the most current, thorough, and helpful exploration of consciousness available. Koch’s light, simple, yet authoritative writing style will appeal to general audiences as well as scientists and researchers. An essential, highly recommended purchase.”―Library Journal “magisterial… charming, sometimes beautiful, and almost always illuminating” ―Science Magazine “an impressive and sometimes exuberant work, showcasing decades of [Koch’s] research”―New Scientist “Koch’s adept use of analogies and entertaining anecdotes — complete with his own near-death experience and psychedelic drug trips — make the book a compelling and surprisingly light read.” ―Science News “undeniably compelling… a smoothly written must-read for anyone interested in a detailed introduction to the relationship between the brain, consciousness, and transformative experiences” ―Ars Technica “Expertly weaving in personal experience with science that few, if any, can speak more authoritatively about, Koch leads us on an amazing journey of consciousness—from birth to death. Deeply personal and infinitely digestible, Then I Am Myself the World is a remarkable must read for anyone interested in knowing their mind.”―Judson Brewer MD, PhD, New York Times–bestselling author of Unwinding Anxiety “Koch’s latest book brilliantly navigates the intricate landscape of our mind and our brain, offering insightful perspectives on the nature of conscious experiences, both ordinary as well as extraordinary ones.”―Hartmut Neven, founder and lead of Google’s quantum AI lab “Then I Am Myself the World is the new record of note for the scientific understanding of consciousness. This is an elegant tableau, a travelogue of subjective experience grounded in the latest neuroscience and philosophy traversing religion, science, and a life dedicated to the biggest questions. Filled with crystalline prose, lucid explanation, and revelatory honesty, this book will continue to be read centuries from now.”―Patrick House, author of Nineteen Ways of Looking at Consciousness “What would happen if a hardcore neuroscientist, with encyclopedic knowledge and four decades of experience in his field, were personally confronted with transformative mystical experiences carrying inevitable metaphysical implications? What would happen if the neuroscientist in question were open-minded, humble, but remained rigorously grounded in reason, evidence, and his hard-earned understanding of how consciousness relates to brain structures and function? What would he, the most preeminent professional of his generation, make of his extraordinary experiences? And what if, in addition, the neuroscientist was a modern renaissance man versed in physics, philosophy, the arts, the classics, and could pluck irresistibly evocative metaphors from the Western literary and artistic canon as if leisurely picking apples in early fall? This is what you will find in this treasured book, a whirlwind ride of insight after insight—so many they can’t possibly be all documented in footnotes—that will surprise and delight you from the get-go. ‘Primacy goes to consciousness, not to the objective world,’ he boldly states already on page two, in a prelude of things to come. ‘Everything else follows from there, including the realist assumption of the existence of objects, out ‘there,’ independent of my experiencing them.’ The book embodies the ever-evolving wisdom of a man whose intellectual prowess is only matched by his intellectual honesty. And this man, in the seventh decade of his scintillatingly productive life, has a lifetime of learning to share with you.”―Bernardo Kastrup, executive director, Essentia Foundation “Koch’s first book was entitled The Quest for Consciousness. And such has been Koch’s life, an adventurer’s pursuit of a distant goal, undeterred by the prevailing winds. The reader will learn where this quest has led and, like the author, will be enriched by it. Koch, one of the most accomplished scientists of our time, a mind singularly open to learning and changing, here opens his soul, revealing his vast, scintillating appreciation of nature in all its forms. It is a touching, profound book. Which is as it should be, since consciousness touches everything and is everything we touch.”―Giulio Tononi, University of Wisconsin-Madison ### About the Author Christof Koch is a neuroscientist at the Allen Institute and at the Tiny Blue Dot Foundation, the former president of the Allen Institute for Brain Science, and a former professor at the California Institute of Technology. Author of four previous titles, Koch writes regularly for a range of media, including Scientific American. He lives in the Pacific Northwest.

Essential oils support the body in its healing work. Symphony of Cells (SOC) is a collection of 21 essential oil applications that target a different body system. Applying the oils to the back and the feet is selected because of the large number of nerve endings along the spine and on the bottom of the feet. Nourishing the nerve endings helps to feed all the organs and glands of the body. Essential oils are natural plant oils obtained from different parts of the plant and easily recognized and used by the body to help achieve balance and assist in cleansing of foreign substances. SOC was created by Boyd Truman, a DoTERRA Wellness advocate, to create physical, emotional and spiritual journey within the body. Receive a SOC Essential Oil Healing Experience Session. Please Note: The SOC Essential Oil Experience Session is by appointment only. Message by 8pm the day prior to the event to reserve a time slot. To schedule your session please contact Joyce at (703) 395-5151.

HYBRID EVENT, VIRTUAL SPEAKER In this talk, Sean Hoar will explore the transformative journey of AI’s role in modern software engineering, from rapid prototyping (“Vibe Coding”) to strategic AI integration by skilled practitioners. It clarifies the distinctions between AI-assisted, AI-enabled, and practitioner-led approaches, offering insights into how developers can effectively adapt to and harness AI tools. The presentation also highlights recent advancements and practical strategies for leveraging AI in daily workflows and long-term development.

Every Sunday afternoon before church, one of the Covenant Life Church prophetess' hosts a prophetic training class that activates participants in the Gifts of the Holy Spirit. During this class, participants will be provided opportunity to be taught how to use the Gifts of the Holy Spirit and will have opportunity to ask questions and talk with someone who has been used in the Gifts during ministry. Teaching is provided on the gifts with emphasis on the Gift of the Prophecy. A combination of lecture and experiential learning is employed to teach, guide and instruct the participants. Everyone is welcome, all classes are free. Childcare is not provided.

If you're looking for something to do before the snow starts, join us for the 5th Annual Gary Ryan Chili CookOff at Lost Rhino 2-5PM with Live Music from Something's Brewing. Proceeds benefit Loudoun Hunger Relief. Gregory said there will be a line, so get there early! Something's Brewing will be hitting the stage 4-7pm to support our great friends at Lost Rhino for their annual Chili Cookoff! Join us inside and warm up with some tasty tunes and tasty brews and tasty chili! Chili Tasting tickets are $10 each at the door and can be paid via cash or our POS system for credit card. Tasters will use a ticket to vote for their favorite chili. This year, ALL Tasting Ticket sales will be donated to Loudoun Hunger Relief! Lost Rhino will be collecting non-perishable food donations for Loudoun Hunger Relief during the event.

THIS CLASS IS OFFERED THROUGH CAPITAL PHOTOGRAPHY CENTER **PLEASE REGISTER WITH CAPITAL PHOTOGRAPHY CENTER, NOT MEETUP!** https://capitalphotographycenter.com/classes/class/2026-02-01-photographic-composition-essential-techniques The composition of a photograph is the single most important element a photographer uses to convey an artistic statement. What’s included, excluded and the arrangement of elements within the frame is all part of composition. This class will teach you techniques to improve the composition of your photos with hands-on shooting experience coupled with feedback. Join instructor Michael Koren as you learn about composition in the Postal Museum and Union Station. The class begins with a lesson and viewing examples of compositional techniques from master photographers to help you when composing your own photographs. We'll then go to specific locations to practice those composition techniques. Afterwards, participants will have free time to photograph all the museum has to offer. We’ll follow up with a gentle critique and feedback of your best work of the day. This class is about "seeing" stronger images. Any camera will do from DSLRs to mobile phones. If you *are*bringing a DSLR or mirrorless camera, lenses in the range of 18-135 would work well. No tripods allowed for this class. Questions can be directed to Marie Joabar at info@capitalphotographycenter.com. Class limit: 8-10 *** **THIS CLASS IS OFFERED THROUGH CAPITAL PHOTOGRAPHY CENTER** https://capitalphotographycenter.com/classes/class/2026-02-01-photographic-composition-essential-techniques