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NO ROOM FOR ZOOMS! Love shooting at night but tired of dragging your tripod around? This session is about learning a set of techniques to shoot using a single, fast prime lens (e.g. 50mm, 35mm f/1.2, f/1.4, f1.8) You know that small, lightweight, inexpensive but beautiful lens that sits quietly in your camera bag? Tonight you’ll put it to good use! **PAYMENT OPTIONS** * **PayPal via RSVP** * The Meetup transaction fee will be added and you'll automatically added to the event * **Send £25 via PayPal** to \*\*[creativebeansproductions@gmail.com**](http://creativebeansproductions@gmail.com%2A%2A/) with no extra fee. * Send us a text or comment below and we will add you to the event attendee list. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN · Using a fast aperture to allow hand holding at night · Create bokeh for beautiful shallow depth of field · Getting depth of field in your shot · Tips for getting sharp shots whilst handholding at night EXPERIENCE * All levels welcome! EQUIPMENT * Any camera * 50mm f1.8 - any lens will work but a fast lens (f1.8-f2.8) is recommended * No tripods needed * We'll be wandering around so be sure to wear appropriate shoes. TRAVEL As usual check the TFL website for any issues that may delay your journey. CONTACT Alex 07956 264049 **TRAVEL EVENTS** VENICE WEEKEND - Oct 2026 [https://www.meetup.com/londonphotographicopa/events/313109095/](https://www.meetup.com/londonphotographicopa/events/313109095/) **UPCOMING EVENTS** [https://www.meetup.com/londonphotographicopa/events/calendar](https://www.meetup.com/londonphotographic/events/calendar)

DAZZLE & DANCE- SOUTHGATE Learn to Dance various Latin, Smooth & Ballroom Styles. Small Group Friendly Classes for Complete Beginners to Intermediate Dancers. Structured 4 week Dance programs classes teaching Latin Styles from Salsa, Samba, Jive, Bachata, Rumba & Paso Doble & Various Smooth & Ballroom Styles from Waltz, Tango, Quickstep to Foxtrot. Our classes are taught by Professional & Experienced Dance Members from All Backgrounds, Ages & Dance Abilities. Dance Partners not necessary. Taster Class £15. Opportunities to join Performancecr Troupes and Undertake Medal Examinations plus Social Dance Parties & Events

**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/45225 **Game Description:** Come and play in a casual 6 aside game on a Wednesday evening ⚽️ It’s a beautiful pitch with larger goals 😍 💦 Showers, changing rooms, water fountain and toilets available. **Directions:** 🚶‍♂️1 minute walk from Poplar DLR station 🚗 No designated car parking **Rules** \- Change keeper every 6 minutes \- Classic 6 aside rules \- No slide tackles\, play safe \- Respect everyone on the pitch

Our next Experimentation London Meetup will take place on **Wednesday, 18th March 2026**. You **must** sign up on the [Experimentation London website](https://www.experimentationlondon.com/) to purchase your ticket and be allowed entry due to health and safety! We have a fantastic lineup of speakers, including: Emma Travis, Director of Research at Speero: "AI x UX Research - Embracing Efficiency Without Losing Empathy" And Iqbal Ali, Fractional AI solutions engineer and Experimentation lead. Sustainable and Responsible AI specialist. Consultant, developer, trainer. Builder and founder @Ressada: "The AI sustainability problem, and the small model solution" To help us manage the space's capacity (and ensure we have the right amount of food and drink for everyone), please sign up for your ticket on our [Experimentation London website](https://www.experimentationlondon.com/). \-\-\- **Location** *Central London location - see full address and details on the [Experimentation London website](https://www.experimentationlondon.com/)* \-\-\- **Agenda** 6:00 PM - Welcome drinks, pizza and networking 6:30 PM - Introductions 6:40 PM - Emma Travis 7:10 PM - Short break 7:30 PM - Iqbal Ali 8:00 PM - More Networking 8:30 PM - Official end \-\-\- **Event & Speaker Guidelines** * No Sales Pitches: Our group is a space for genuine connections and learning. Tell stories. * Respect and Open-Mindedness: Embrace diversity, treat everyone with respect, and value different perspectives. * Community Spirit: Engage positively to build a supportive and collaborative community.

**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/46513 **Game Description:** 👟 Drills led by experienced players who also join the session. 💪 Intense volleyball skills practice for individuals. 🎮 Drills and game setting. 🌟 Positive co-learning environment for rapid improvement. 🏐 Access to 18 volleyballs. **Rules** \- point to 15 \- max 2 games in a row \- 3 team of 6 players \- modified games situation might be applied depending on situation \(5:1\, modified 5:1 or 6:2 etc\.\)

🖖 A quick heads up! We usually have 10 plus people, and we game through the night, DM us for the link the group WhatsApp 🎲👫 **Weekly Board Gaming Night in Islington!** 🎲👫 Hey Board Gamers! Are you ready to roll the dice and embark on thrilling adventures right here in London? Join us for a fantastic evening of strategy, fun, and camaraderie at our **Weekly Board Games Night** in Islington! 🌟 📍 **Venue:** The Marquess Tavern, Islington, London 🚶‍♂️ Just a 7-minute stroll from the nearest station! 🗓️ **When:** Every Week from 5pm - 10:30pm We're all about those intricate Euro-style games and modern classics that challenge the mind and spirit. Whether you're a seasoned player of **Scythe**, a master builder in **Catan**, a strategic traveller in **Ticket to Ride**, or ruling the dunes in **Dune Imperium**, we've got a spot for you at our table! 🎲🏰 What to Expect: - A cozy evening at the Marquess Tavern 🍻, a perfect backdrop for our gaming escapades. - A variety of games available, but feel free to bring your favorites to share with the group! 🕹️ - A friendly, welcoming atmosphere where you can dive deep into games and make new friends. 👭👬 This meet is perfect for those who: - Are new to gaming but want to learn and play in a friendly group 🫶 - Love Euro-style board games and modern classics 🌍 - Are looking for a regular group to enjoy board gaming 🎉 - Want to meet other like-minded individuals in a relaxed setting 🤝 👉 Spots are limited, so RSVP now to secure your place at the gaming table! Let's make this a weekly highlight! Can't wait to see you there and get our game on! 🚀 📢 Spread the word and bring your friends – the more, the merrier! See you at The Marquess! 🎲♥️

**Bookable via our website ➡️** https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/clothes-making-altering-workshop-eve-6-11-weeks/ **⋆⋆⋆** Do you want to jump into making your own clothes but have never used a pattern? Do you wish to copy a beloved piece of clothing? Would you like to learn how to adjust your own pattern to fit just you? Learn how to take body measurements, read and alter a commercial pattern to fit, lay out and cut fabric and construct a finished garment to a high standard using one of our Janome 525s or Bernina 1008 series sewing machines. During the sessions of this small group of learners you will gain confidence and improve any sewing skills you already have. If you have never used a machine, we can guide you through making a simple garment from a purchased pattern. Bring your own pattern or use one of our small selection. If you have sewing experience but want to start creating your own patterns, you can learn how to create a bespoke piece of clothing. You can also bring a piece of clothing to alter or fix. We supply the basics and the calico you will use to make a ‘toile’ (an inexpensive mock up) to save you ruining your chosen final fabric. Along the way, talented tutor and seamstress will teach you lots of techniques and tips to ramp up your sewing passion. This is a perfect class if you have been teaching yourself so far, or if your last project was made a long time ago at school. **Suitable for:** Suitable for beginners, enjoyable for those with experience. A good level of English and basic math skills are useful. **Next start date:** Check our website for more dates: [https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/clothes-making-altering/](https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/clothes-making-altering/)

A chance to try a flying lesson! Feel the adrenaline rush as you take the controls of a light aircraft and soar across the sky above the English countryside while learning what it’s like to actually pilot a plane with this 30 Minute Flying Lesson in a Cessna airplane. You will have a 30-minute Flying lesson with an instructor, overall your individual session will be an hour as you get prepared and chat to your pilot before. We have booked for 10 lessons on the day and may be able to take a couple more based on availability. Time slots will be give out closer to the time, but overall we plan to head down together, and can get train/taxi to the venue. **About the Lesson** You’ll receive one-to-one tuition from a Civil Aviation Authority-licensed instructor, meaning you’ll have expert guidance in getting to grips with the controls during every moment in the air. You’ll have unbeatable views across the surrounding area, but we don’t blame you if you want to stay focussed on the world ahead of your windscreen as you’re thousands of feet above the ground! What you’ll learn will depend on your chosen location, but all of your flying time will still count towards a Private Pilot’s Licence should you be a budding flying hobbyist and planning to take to the skies again. Exhilarating, awe-inspiring and breath-taking all at once, this is an experience you’ll want to try again as soon as it’s over! **On the day** Your flying lesson starts with a pre-flight briefing from your qualified instructor. This will cover safety, and an introduction to some of the controls. Once in the plane, you are given headphones so that you can hear conversations between your instructor and air traffic control. You will also be able to communicate with each other so you can be guided through your first lesson. Once in the air, you will be able to take the controls but your pilot will take over to land the plane at the airfield and taxi back. **What to do:** * Ask questions, your instructor will be happy to answer them * Wear sensible shoes and clothing * Switch off your mobile ‘phone * Remove and sharp or loose objects from your pockets * Wait to be escorted to the aircraft * Avoid the propellor at all times, even when stopped * Assist your instructor in the air by keeping a good lookout for other aircraft * Avoid embarrassment and say if you start to feel unwell **What else do I need to know?** * A camera may be carried provided that a wrist-strap secures it * Any bags should be left with your companions or at reception * Your instructor will explain the operation of seats, harnesses and doors * In the event of an emergency please vacate the aircraft to the rear and continue to a safe distance * Should you have any queries regarding these briefing notes, our reception staff and your instructor will be happy to clarify * Maximum Weight limit is 18 stone **Location** Staplefield Airfield Ongar Rd, Romford RM4 1SJ **Travel** We can get the Train/Elizabeth Line to Romford Station. From there we can get 375 bus to the airfield (or can share a taxi from Romford) Can post week before plan and also flight times, would be good to head down together as a group to do experience together and there is a cafe on site can grab lunch/tea and coffees to chat in between. If you are driving down let us know **Schedule** 12:30m - Arrive at the Airfield 1:00pm - 4:00pm - 30 mins Flying Lessons (Various slots across this 3 hour period, will message 2 weeks before with the slots) 4:00pm + Tea/Coffee / Lunch discuss experience and head back to London **Cost** Total cost for this Meetup which includes Flying Lesson is **£135 ONLY** We will need £50 Deposit to hold your spot and final payment 2 weeks before: https://buy.stripe.com/14k5kNaFSelu0mY154 Note this will be for Total of **12 X People Only** for back to back Slots (3 Lessons at a time as there are 3 instructors per time slot) Look forward to sharing this experience with you! Chris

**MEET: We meet at 10.45 at Roz cafe** **1 Pier Rd, London E16 2LJ** **about one minute from George V DLR station for tea or 11.15 just outside for the start of the walk.** **My number is 0781500191 if you need to contact me.** Everyone should take the Woolwich Ferry once in their life and now's your chance. It's free! Find out why. Everyone should take the Elizabeth Line and not just for fun. Now's your chance as we end our walk at the Woolwich station. The area was thriving until the arsenal closed after hundreds of years of armaments manufacture and there are many remnants of its history here for us to see. Hear the story of the convicts who built the site and see their memorial. We'll take in the park sponsored by queen Victoria for the people living in such dreary surroundings, find out how the owner of the local pleasure gardens escaped his creditors and experience one of the first tunnels under the Thames. Before then it was the royal dockyard where the greatest ships set sail until they got stuck in the silt. Hear how the factory's football club ended up in north London, how the greatest bare knuckle fighter Tom Cribb stopped parliament and the nation in its tracks following his fight for the country's pride. You can pay cash on the day or to my bank: sort 090128 acct 75471878. If you see unpaid by your name just ignore it.

TICKET LINK: https://app.tickettailor.com/events/flyingsoloevents/2108504 Ticket link WILL CLOSE at some point on the Saturday before the event so please make sure you get your ticket in advance. After that Cash on the Night is only available LETS KEEP THIS GOING - Because this is really one of the only places like this left that we can mingle & party in London (due to venue closures) - DO NOT MISS THIS CHANCE We have a fantastic area booked in the WARD ROOM for mingling and chatting. The experience with the skyline/scenery of London is light nothing else !! For those of you who want a bit of a late night party, there is also a party room - optional. It doesn't start until 11pm You can stay as long as you want at the party - it finishes at 2am The price, £8 cash or £6 pay online. PLEASE BRING CASH - WE DON'T HAVE A CARD MACHINE! You'll be welcomed when you arrived and introduced to other members and made to feel welcome and part of our night out. The nearest tube is Embankment, its a 3 minute walk from the station. Fees are to cover hosts travelling fees/expenses and the cost of the meetup site which is now over £300 per year! Your support is much appreciated

AI is no longer a future trend — it’s a competitive advantage happening right now. This is our first in-person **AI for Small Businesses** event in Twickenham, designed specifically for founders, consultants, and local business owners who want practical, real-world applications of AI — not hype. Whether you're running a service business, agency, consultancy, or growing SME, this session will focus on: Where AI is actually delivering ROI in small businesses * 5 practical AI use cases you can implement this month * Tools that reduce admin, improve marketing, and increase productivity * Common mistakes businesses make when adopting AI * Open discussion on real business challenges ### **Format** * Welcome & context setting * Quick introductions (your business + your AI challenge) * Practical session: Real AI use cases for SMEs * Open discussion + networking This is an interactive session — come ready to share, learn, and connect. No fluff. No technical deep dives. Just practical AI for real businesses. *** ### **Who Should Attend?** * Small business owners * Consultants and freelancers * Marketing & operations professionals * Agency founders * Anyone exploring AI adoption for business growth *** 📍 Location: Allied House, Twickenham This is our first live AI business event in Twickenham and spaces are intentionally limited.

**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/46866 **Game Description:** 🎮 Warm up and game only setting. 🌟 Positive environment. \*Privacy policy for games only sessions\* By attending this game session, you agree to the following: \* Video recordings/photos are allowed only during free game\* sessions \* Attending means consenting to potentially being recorded by other participants \* Any videos must only be shared via private links \* Distribution limited to session participants only \* Explicit consent required for any public sharing \* Respect others' privacy and comfort \*Please contact the co-organisers if you have any questions about the policy. **Rules** \- point to 15 \- max 2 games in a row \- 3 team of 6 players \- modified games situation might be applied depending on situation \(5:1\, modified 5:1 or 6:2 etc\.\)

**Finish September with a Healthy Hike, Good Company, and Plenty of Laughs!** **Come explore my happy place! :-)** Hastings’ clifftop trails, hidden paths, and stunning shoreline views make this one of my absolute favourite spots — and I can’t wait to share it with you! We’ll be tackling **Hastings to Rye along the Saxon Shore Way**, one of the UK’s most scenic coastal walks. This linear route is part of the iconic 160-mile long-distance path linking Gravesend to Hastings. Along the way, you’ll enjoy dramatic sandstone cliffs, wild coastal heath, ancient gill woodland, lowland meadows, and sustainably managed farmland — all shaped by the sea over millions of years. Expect a day full of history, nature, and seaside charm. **Hike Details – Hastings to Rye** * **Distance:** 12.4 miles * **Estimated Time:** 5–6 hours * **Elevation:** 1,614 ft * **Meeting Point:** London Waterloo or Hasting Train Station * **Cost:** £10 guiding fee * **Travel:** purchase return ticket with National rail card -£25 open return. ⚠️ **Important: Refund Policy & Weather Notice** * No refunds will be processed. * Rain or shine. Spots can be transferred with 48h notice. There are plenty of opportunities to stop for refreshments along the way, whether in Hastings or Rye. This hike is all about connection and adventure - we’ll keep the group small and friendly so you can enjoy the company and make new friends while soaking in one of the most picturesque coastal walks in the UK. Once we reach the minimum number of registrations, I’ll set up a WhatsApp group so we can all vote on highlights and share tips for the hike. It’s your chance to connect, plan, and maybe even challenge yourself with the full adventure! **Let’s make this a day to remember!**

London Board Riders surf trip to Polzeath. All abilities welcome. Lots of schools and rental shops. Can head down Thursday or Friday. Surfers and kitesurfers welcome, there are some great spots around. How LBR works? We don't charge any fees, you simply use this group to coordinate rides and accommodation with others to keep the cost down and have mates to do activities with. How to book? DM hosts Alistair or Kristen to be added to the trip chat. From there we can add you to houses and car sharing depending on availability. Rules? Please be respectful of others. No sexual harassment will be allowed - please come to any of the admins to report an issue. If you commit to a ride or accommodation and need to cancel for any reason, you must find a replacement to take your spot or pay your share.

Join us for a night of board gaming with FANG (Fem All Night Gaming). **We are an all fem board game group** in Columbus, Ohio. No cis-men, please! We play modern hobby board games! If you're unsure what that is, we can teach you! We'll be meeting on the second floor of Giant Eagle in their cafe area. Giant Eagle has a lot of food and beverage options including their hot foods bars. You are also welcome to bring in any outside food.

Head out to FANGs 2nd annual board game garage sale! **We will have multiple sellers and hundreds of games!** We're selling games from 5pm - 8pm. Swing into the event room on the first floor and pick up some great "new to you" games. Grab a beer while you're there and tip our bar tender friends Seventh Son has a small parking lot & street parking is free on Sundays. They will also have a food truck. You can play your games in the Sun Room (up stairs) or at the tables in the main bar.

The Forge does have a full bar and kitchen. There is no cover charge but they do request all attendees to purchase a minimum of ~$20 per person. Soft drink refills are $1 each. Please support our hosts so we can continue to provide great events for the group! The Forge has a large library of games available for us to enjoy. Hosts and regulars will also provide numerous popular games but please bring any games you would like to teach and/or play. Doors open at 6, and we expect gaming to be rolling by around 630. Please promptly end your games and clear out the space at 10pm when the bar closes. We encourage socializing but do not permit disruptive behavior of any kind. Thank you for your continued commitment to providing a fun and welcoming space to veteran, newbie, and rookie gamers in the Columbus area. Parking can be challenging. There is a parking lot behind the neighboring Mexican restaurant that is free and easy to walk from but it's a bit hidden.