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Casual Board Games and Pub Social After
The Board Games event is a fun, sociable and charitable event
We are a fun, friendly and kind group of people mostly in our 20s, 30s and 40s. Beginners are welcome! We are a very inclusive and social group and we teach people how to play games they have not played before :)
We provide a variety of 40+ board games. The games usually take 5 or 10 minutes to learn and 30 to 60 minutes to play.
**Time**
* Board Games Start time: 630pm
* Board Games end time: 10pm
* Eat / Drink/ Socialise at a nearby pub afterwards
**Location**
30 Leeds St, Toronto, ON M6G 3R8 (Ukrainian Catholic Church of the Holy Protection)
The entrance to the board game room is at the back of the Church. There is a sign on the door that says BOARD GAMES GROUP.
Please use the map provided on the event page also.
**Fee**
$10 Cash (no coins )
$11.55 by card or e-Transfer
* e-Transfer before or at the event dvschiller@gmail.com for e-Transfer
**Charity Donations**
* This is a not-for-profit initiative. Revenue go towards covering costs of the event including venue, insurance marketing, refreshments and board games. Any surplus revenue is donated to charity
**Food and drink**
* Everyone will get cookies/candy for free
* Cups will be provided for tap water
* Bring your own food and drink.
* Please do not bring CHIPS AND CRACKERS as they make a mess and are greasy
* **ALCOHOL IS PROHIBITED AND WE HAVE A ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY ON THIS - there are no second chances**
Photos will be taken at the event and posted publicly for marketing purposes. Please only attend if you are ok with this or tell me when you arrive that you do not want to be in any photos
The event is officially hosted by Ace of Math Learning Program Ontario Inc.
The Daily Neighbourhood Walk/Run - Toronto PATH (Walk only)
It’s time to hit the streets for a scenic city walk/run through one of Toronto’s top neighbourhoods. We meet at Dundas Station for a walk through the largest underground pedestrian network in the world - Toronto's underground PATH. This maze of underground tunnels dates back to 1900 when it was built to connect T. Eaton Co. stores on Queen Street.
Make it into the city ahead of traffic and get your early morning workout in before work. Join us weekday mornings at 6:15 am and Saturday mornings at 9 am. We meet at your neighbourhood coffee shop.
2026 SCHEDULE
**6:15 am,** Mondays / Tuesdays / Thursdays / **Fridays**
9 am, Saturdays
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DATE
Friday, February 6, 2026
TIME
6:15 am - 7:15 am
LOCATION(S)
Tim Hortons
Atrium on Bay
595 Bay Street
Toronto, ON M5G 2C2
ONLINE - Download the Samsung Health app after you register and we will send further instructions.
EVENT HOTLINE
Call or text us at 416-939-4432
EVENT FEE
$5 via Paypal or e-transfer.
LOYALTY PROGRAM - Every 5th session is free!
E-TRANSFER INFO
Email: fasci.toronto@gmail.com
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Dad's Night Out - JOEYS Yorkdale Mall
Night out (without kids) to grab a drink and some food at JOEYS Yorkdale while meeting fellow dads and hanging out. Please RSVP as soon as you can so I can figure out a reservation. Thanks all.
Badminton Monday/Friday 2hrs 6$ Mississauga
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South Asian Singles Mixer | Toronto | Valentine Edition | Ages 25-40
**Book Tickets on Eventbrite**
**[Ticket Link](https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/south-asian-singles-mixer-toronto-valentine-edition-ages-25-40-tickets-1979108631192?aff=meetup)**
## Valentine’s Evening for Singles
This Valentine’s season, step into an elegant social experience designed for singles who value meaningful conversations, refined settings, and effortless connections.
This is **not** a speed-dating event.
There are no timers, no forced pairings, and no pressure. Just great energy, guided social moments, and plenty of time to mingle naturally.
### **Mixer Entry Criteria — Who This Event is For**
To attend, you must meet at least **3 of** the following:
* Earning at least $75K annually
* Seeking a serious, long-term relationship
* Hold a university or college degree/diploma
* Fluent in English and enjoy engaging in conversations
* Socially confident, with experience in meaningful relationships
## Dress Code: Formal Attire
Dress to impress — polished, confident, and date-ready.
**Men:** Dress shirt with slacks or dark denim, dress shoes (blazer optional)
**Women:** Winter dress, pantsuit, chic top with slacks, or a formal jumpsuit with heels, boots, or dressy flats
## Event Schedule
### **6:00 – 7:00 PM \| Welcome & Icebreaker**
Arrive, grab your drink, and settle into the evening.
We’ll start with a light, fun icebreaker game (**Never Have I Ever**) to break the ice and get conversations flowing — relaxed, playful, and pressure-free.
### **7:00 – 9:00 PM \| Open Mingling & Conversations**
Enjoy open mingling in a warm, elevated atmosphere. Move at your own pace, meet new people organically, and connect through real conversations.
Our experienced hosts will be present throughout the evening to:
* Help spark conversations
* Make introductions if needed
* Ensure a smooth, welcoming experience for everyone
No scripts. No awkward moments. Just a genuine connection.
## Coming Solo? Perfect.
Most people do.
Coming alone is part of the experience — you’ll feel welcomed from the moment you walk in.
Want backup? Bring a friend for moral support (even if they’re not single).
**Support Ticket (Non-Singles)**
Friends joining for vibes only will get a different-colored wristband and enjoy the social atmosphere without joining singles-only moments. Think *wingperson energy*, not third-wheel awkwardness 😉
## A Curated Experience
While this is not a formal matchmaking event, select guests may be invited to explore deeper connections with our team following the evening.
Every detail has been thoughtfully designed to create a relaxed, elegant, and enjoyable Valentine’s night.
📲 **Follow us on Instagram: @[southasiansocials](https://www.instagram.com/southasiansocials/ "https://www.instagram.com/southasiansocials/")**
Limited spots available.
Dress well. Show up open-minded. Let the night unfold.
BOARDGAME FRIDAY
Join us for our new winter series for 2026 - BOARDGAME FRIDAY!
This is a great place to meet new people, make new friends and play some fun games. Come with a group or by yourself!
There will be games like Terraforming Mars, Catan, Avalon, Ticket to Ride, Uno, Monopoly, Cards Against Humanity and more!
**The restaurant, Aifam, will be giving out a free alcoholic drink of your choice (Wine or Beer) with the purchase of each sandwich!**
Address: 102 Harbord St, Toronto, ON M5S 1G6
This event has an entry fee of $15 to be paid via cash or e-transfer. If you purchase a full-sized sandwich the price of the ticket would be $10.
[Aifam menu](https://aifam.ca/)
Looking forward to hosting this!
Special Needs Families Events This Week
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SUPER BOWL PARTY with Food and Drink Specials too! (Sunday Feb. 8th)
Good day everyone,
Please join us for our annual **Super Bowl Party!**
Big Screen, food and drink specials all night, the games on big screens; and amazing people to enjoy the game with!
This event could fill up and sell out fast, so please do your best to arrive between 5:00 pm and 5:45 pm (even come early for board games if you like)
**Location:** **SMOKESHOW BBQ and BREW**
744 Mt Pleasant Rd · Toronto, ON
[https://www.smokeshowbbqandbrew.com/](https://www.smokeshowbbqandbrew.com/)
\*Joined by my other social groups too; so we can anticipate a fabulous turn out with **lots of laughs, new friends, great connections and the Super Bowl!**
(Event Details Below)
Sincerely,
Steve Flemming
(Organizer/Host )
Event Details:
**SUPER BOWL PARTY with Food and Drink Specials too!**
**(Sunday February 8th)**
-A great day planned for us so be sure to come to simply the best Super Bowl Party in town!
-Big Screens, Surround Sound, Fun Atmosphere, Food/Drink Specials, Prizes, Great People; all in one place!
-Come early for Sunday Afternoon Games too if you like (no extra charge)
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**Event Fee:** 10 dollars (Cash only at the door) (HST included)
or by e transfer: steveflemming11@gmail.com
(This fee includes reserved seating with the group, Super Bowl Party, drink/food specials, prizes and more!)
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**Friendly Reminders:**
-Please do your best to arrive between 5:00 pm and and 5:45 pm (the later you arrive the bigger the risk of not getting a seat)
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\*Very nice dinner menu also (one beverage or appetizer minimum to support this wonderful restaurant)
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**Parking Available:**
\*Plenty of street parking on Mt. Pleasant
**Close to Subway Station:**
\*Also 15 minute walk east from Yonge/Eglinton subway station
(Buses running continuously too)
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Korean Martial Arts (Casual Classes) - FREE
***\*\*\*This class is open to all levels, weather permitting; in an event of poor weather conditions class will be changed to a regular class\*\*\****
**Come workout, have fun, relieve your stress, and meet your fellow neighbours!**
Welcoming interested people to join our FREE classes every Tuesday evening from 7:00pm to 9:00pm and every Sunday afternoon from 2:30PM-4:30PM near Bathurst/Lake Shore area.
Classes are led by our event organizer, Master **Dave Crook**, a seasoned 4th degree black belt Hapkido practitioner from a respected academy with many years of experience in this art and various others.
**About this form of martial arts:**
Hapkido is a hybrid Korean martial art. It is a form of self-defense that employs joint locks, grappling, throwing techniques, kicks, punches, and other striking attacks.
**How to join:**
Join this group/event and directly message me with your interest.
**Q: Is this completely FREE?**
A: Yes, classes/lessons are completely FREE
**Q: Do I require a gi/uniform to participate?**
A: Gi is completely optional, only required when doing groundwork grappling/throw techniques
**Q: Are there grading and belt progression?**
A: Yes, there are grading and belts, which will cost $30 just to cover the cost, testing will done when YOU are comfortable and ready!
**Current Martial Artists Belt Status:**
1x Masters - 4th Degree Black Belt
1x Yellow Belt (former red belt)
1x Yellow Stripe Belt
134x White Belts
**Belt Colours - Progression in Descending Order:**
* White Belt
* Yellow Stripe Belt
* Yellow Belt
* Orange Stripe Belt
* Orange Belt
* Green Stripe Belt
* Green Belt
* Blue Stripe Belt
* Blue Belt
* Red Stripe Belt
* Red Belt
* Black Stripe Belt
* Black Belt
**Curriculum of Techniques**
**White Belt to Yellow Stripe:**
**Strikes (all strikes from left wrist grab, striking with right)**
1\. Sword Strike to Clavicle
2\. Nunchuk Strike to Temple
3\. Companion Sword Strike with Elbow Strike to Solar Plexus
4\. Spear Hand to Femoral Artery
5\. Palm Strike to Floating Rib
6\. Spear Hand to Trachea
**Breakaways (all breakaways from right wrist grab)**
1\. Latissimus Dorsi push with bucking back fist
2\. When pulled with bucking back fist
3\. When pushed with bucking back fist
4\. Downward break away with elbow strike
5\. Live\-hand tricept push up with elbow strike
6\. Assisted tricept push\-up with elbow strike
**Take Downs (performed both sides)**
1\. Pivot throw
Joint Locks (all joint locks from right wrist grab)
1\. 'Kul Nut Key' to elbow
2\. 'Kul Nut Key' to elbow 45 degrees
3\. One inch bow
4\. Side wrist lock \- bend elbow
5\. Side elbow lock
6\. Elbow lock controlled
**Escapes From Mounted Position (all from opponent on mount position - performed both sides)**
1\. Escape to Mount
2\. Escape to Guard
3\. As punches are received \- buck \- single arm hook \- roll
4\. As punches are received \- buck \- shoulder walk \- two arm hook \- guard
5\. Escape when head is locked
6\. Escape when head is locked with high mount
**Kicks (both sides)**
1\. Side kick
**To learn more about Hwa Won Yue Hapkido visit our website here:**
http://www.hapkidohwawonyue.ca/toronto.html#
SUPER BOWL PARTY with Food and Drink Specials too! (Sunday Feb. 8th)
Good day everyone,
Please join us for our annual **Super Bowl Party!**
Big Screen, food and drink specials all night, the games on big screens; and amazing people to enjoy the game with!
This event could fill up and sell out fast, so please do your best to arrive between 5:00 pm and 5:45 pm (even come early for board games if you like)
**Location:** **SMOKESHOW BBQ and BREW**
744 Mt Pleasant Rd · Toronto, ON
[https://www.smokeshowbbqandbrew.com/](https://www.smokeshowbbqandbrew.com/)
\*Joined by my other social groups too; so we can anticipate a fabulous turn out with **lots of laughs, new friends, great connections and the Super Bowl!**
(Event Details Below)
Sincerely,
Steve Flemming
(Organizer/Host )
Event Details:
**SUPER BOWL PARTY with Food and Drink Specials too!**
**(Sunday February 8th)**
-A great day planned for us so be sure to come to simply the best Super Bowl Party in town!
-Big Screens, Surround Sound, Fun Atmosphere, Food/Drink Specials, Prizes, Great People; all in one place!
-Come early for Sunday Afternoon Games too if you like (no extra charge)
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**Event Fee:** 10 dollars (Cash only at the door) (HST included)
or by e transfer: steveflemming11@gmail.com
(This fee includes reserved seating with the group, Super Bowl Party, drink/food specials, prizes and more!)
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**Friendly Reminders:**
-Please do your best to arrive between 5:00 pm and and 5:45 pm (the later you arrive the bigger the risk of not getting a seat)
\-\-\-\-\-
\*Very nice dinner menu also (one beverage or appetizer minimum to support this wonderful restaurant)
\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-
**Parking Available:**
\*Plenty of street parking on Mt. Pleasant
**Close to Subway Station:**
\*Also 15 minute walk east from Yonge/Eglinton subway station
(Buses running continuously too)
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** PRAYER GROUP 🙏 😃 **
Shalom Catholic Community invites you to join us on Saturdays for a prayer group.
The prayer group is a great way to strengthen your spiritual life and make new friends. It begins with lots of music and prayer, followed by preaching and testimonies. After the prayer, be prepared to hangout, talk, laugh and have fun.
We offer workshops, retreats, adoration, opportunities to join a soup kitchen, food and clothe drive.
We look forward to seeing you!
**About us**
We are a Catholic organization of lay persons, approved by the Holy See, to serve all who sincerely seek God and want to grow in faith.
https://comshalom.org/en/community/
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Family Board Games
Looking for a fun, screen-free way to spend your Sunday afternoon? Join us every other week at the Community Center for a few hours of friendly competition and laughter. Feel free to bring your own treasured game or borrow one from our shelves. It’s the ultimate low-pressure way for families to connect.
Note: This is not a drop-off event. Please ensure children have a parent or guardian joining in on the fun.
Critter and Cookies - A family friendly Valentine's Day Event
Join us for the sweetest winter event of the season. Our Critters and Cookies event is a family-friendly experience filled with hands on fun, animal encounters, and plenty of treats to enjoy together.
Your admission ticket includes access to all activities during the event.
**What to Expect**
• Valentine themed cookie decorating with fun toppings
• Valentine card making station for kids to create something special
• Indoor play area open for climbing, exploring, and burning off energy
• Meet and greet animal experiences including
– Bunnies in a basket
– Rosie the porcupine with her Valentine flair
• A fan favorite activity Name a Cockroach where kids can name a Madagascar hissing cockroach after someone they love or someone who bugs them
Animal participation may vary depending on the animals’ comfort and mood. Our team always puts animal wellbeing first.
This event is perfect for families looking for a fun winter outing, Valentine themed activities without pressure, and memorable moments with animals and cookies all in one place.
Space is limited. Advance tickets are recommended.
ASL Sunday Silent Social at Fairfax's Wegmans
Whether you're Deaf, HoH, an interpreter, an ASL student, or just want to learn or practice American Sign Language (ASL), we welcome all levels of signers to come join us for an evening of ASL socializing and practice.
This event occurs on the first and third Sundays of every month, in the heart of Fairfax County at the Fairfax Wegman's (corner of Route 29 and Monument Drive). We can be found on the upper level, typically near the stairs. We generally start around 7 pm.
ASL beginners are welcome, but you should know the ASL alphabet and some basic signs - this is not an ASL class, but the more experienced signers are generally happy to help beginners learn and improve. There is no better way to develop your signing skills than by joining the conversation with other signers. There is a place for everyone to join, learn and practice. Regardless, we are always welcoming so don’t be discouraged to attend; this is very informal and new folks are always welcome.
Note, some attendees arrive early and grab some of Wegman’s food for dinner, so you can combine a shopping trip with the ASL practice.
Step One - Talk it out!
Let's meet up at Starbucks at Northpoint Shopping Center. Sometimes the best thing is to have someone to listen to. Let's dish it all out and just be humans for a minute.
Manassas City Library's 5th Anniversary Party: Manassas City
All Ages/Families
Join Manny the Penguin, the Friends of Manassas City Library, and special guests to commemorate five fun and successful years!
**Schedule:**
11:00 a.m.: Author Talk-In Search of Giants: The Quest to Find the Genetic Giants of Northern Ireland by Colleen Snyder
11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.: Master Gardeners: Ask an Expert
12:00-12:30 p.m.: Performance - Greater Manassas Children's Choir
12:30-3:00 p.m.: LEGO Building Contest: Win a prize!
1:30-2:00 p.m.: A special visit and story time with Andy Aardvark from Texas Roadhouse!
SENIOR CENTER IN LEESBURG IS CLOSED. MEETING CANCELLED.
Title: Talk/listen about life-changing loss and grief, and care-giving challenges
We have created “LET'S TALK - Leesburg” and you are invited to attend.
Folks meet to give and receive support dealing with caregiving or life-changing events. This activity is for any one that is experiencing powerful life changes such as loss of independence, caregiving challenges, any loss that has been a life-changing blow to them or has significantly changed their life, including the loss of a precious person.
Participants who attend the “LET'S TALK” group say that the group is a place to:
Feel safe, to talk or to listen, gain understanding of experiences, and foster confidence! Realize that: “I Can do …” , “Get my equilibrium back.”
“LET”S TALK” invites participants to come together...so that they might share the feelings, thoughts, questions, challenges and concerns. This activity is facilitated by a professional counselor.
Northern Lights! A Scandinavian Odyssey! Reindeer, dog sledding, Ice fishing ...
**\*\*\*This group is filled. Check out our next departure on Feb 20, 2026:**
**https://www.meetup.com/moretoexplore/events/310787716/\*\*\***
Gaze at the Northern Lights, enjoy a sleigh ride, be a reindeer herder for a day, learn about the Sámi culture, visit an ice hotel, catch a fish (or two) through a hole in the ice, taste some good Scandinavian delicacies, visit the ABBA museum...My, oh my! These are just some of the fun activities we are planning to do during this once-in-a-life time adventure!
Like all our adventures, this one is crafted from the ground up with the true spirit of Meetup in mind. We handle every little detail before and during the trip, accompany and guide the group, creating a stress-free journey with a laid-back, friendly vibe. No big tour operators, no inflated prices — we work directly with locals to give you authentic experiences and unbeatable value.
Come as strangers, leave as lifelong friends — and make memories that stick forever!
***We visit:***
* Stockholm
* Kiruna (Lapland)
* Helsinki
* Copenhagen (optional extension)
***The trip includes:***
\* 2 nights in Stockholm
\* A night train from Stockholm to Lapland in a private sleeping compartment
\* 4 nights in Kiruna
\* 3 nights in Helsinki
\* Airfare from Kiruna to Helsinki
\* Arrival and departure transfers
\* Sightseeing tours in Stockholm and Helsinki
\* Boat ride in Stockholm
\* Food tasting in Helsinki
\* Breakfast daily
\* 2 dinners and 3 lunches
\* Northern Lights Tour
\* Jukkasjärvi Icehotel Half-Day Tour
\* Full-Day Reindeer Tour
\* Ice Fishing or Husky Sleigh Ride
**Price per person, double occupancy: $4770**
(we match roommates for those wishing to share)
**Price for single room: $6320**
***Not Included:***
x Transatlantic Airfare (we can help you arrange that)
x Meals not listed above
x Tips and any personal and incidental expenses
x Optional extension to Copenhagen
The only way to secure your spot is a $500 deposit
**\*\*\*Deposit link removed as this date is sold out. You can reserve your spot for our next departure on Feb 20, 2026 [HERE](https://www.meetup.com/moretoexplore/events/310787716/) \*\*\***
Deposit is refundable up to 90 days before the departure (less PayPal fees).\*\*\* Final payment due 60 days before departure\*\*\*
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Limited capacity of 14 total. This trip will fill up extremely quickly.
\*\*\*Airfare from/to the US not included\*\*\*
**OPTIONAL EXTENSION TO COPENHAGEN offered at $590 per person/double or $785 solo occupancy (air from Helsinki to Copenhagen not included)**
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She can help you arrange the airfare and answer any logistics questions.
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