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18:00 - 18:30: Grab a drink and introductions 18:30 - 19:30: Shut Up and Write (timer starts and ends) 19:30 - 20:00: Chat and reflect Come along for a fun and productive hour of solid writing without any pressure to share what you are doing. If you're writing a screen play, script, novel, poem, etc, or just journaling or catching up with some work... you are welcome. See you there!!! ✍ Bring headphones as sometimes it can be a little loud due to the central location. 🎶 Contact Joe & Héléna for details: joewhitehead03@gmail.com helenabloch2@gmail.com

Come and join us on Tuesday evening, 7-9pm for a chill evening of crafting - we'll be making individual 2026 calendars. We meet at London Friend office, 86 Caledonian Road, London N19DN. You don't need to RSVP, so you can just show up. This session is a drop in and a chance to meet likeminded people to socialise with even if you don’t fancy getting crafty. Materials are provided onsite for FREE and no experience is needed! This social activities group is open to all LBT women plus non-binary people who have an identity within a community that centres on women. We are looking forward to seeing you! :)

Join us for some focused writing time. All writers and all experience levels are welcome and don’t worry, no one will see what you've written. This session is about getting your writing done and meeting other writers in your area. When you show up, say hello to everyone, make yourself some tea (we'll have tea service), and get your writing tools ready. Once you’re all settled, take some time to chat with your fellow writers. Once everyone’s arrived, I will lead quick introductions and then set the timer for our quiet and focused writing session. Afterward, we’ll have time to chat and get to know each other. We often talk about our successes and challenges as writers. If you don’t have time to stick around, no worries! Agenda 10:00a - 10:15a We're setting up, but you're welcome in 10:15a - 10:30a Welcome and tea. 10:30a-11:30 Timed quiet writing time, 60 mins 11:30-11:45 Meet and chat time (optional!) Hornsey Library Community Room 1 **A note about the format** We don’t host critiques or readings. These events are a safe space for writers of all skill levels and genres to work on their craft, so no one will read or critique your writing. For our full event schedule, visit [https://shutupwrite.com.](https://www.shutupwrite.com)

# **✨ 6-Week Pole Courses with Ayesha — Jan 2026 ✨** **Farringdon, London • Small group • Paid course** Ready to kick off 2026 feeling stronger, more confident, and more connected to your body? Join me for two empowering 6-week pole courses designed for **absolute beginners** **🌟 5–6PM: Foundations to Flow (Beginners)** The perfect place to start your pole journey. We’ll cover: • Static pole basics • Beginner spins • Flow foundations • Mobility + conditioning • A beginner-friendly choreo to bring it all together This is a supportive, no-pressure space where you’ll build confidence, strength and fluidity week by week. **Early Bird (until 31 Dec):** • £115 shared pole • £125 own pole **Full Price (from 1 Jan):** • £125 shared pole • £135 own pole **📍 Location** Farringdon — under 10 mins from the station. Full address shared after booking. **💵 Payment & Booking** This is a **paid course**. Spaces are limited and payment is required to secure your place. 👉 DM me here or email **ayeshaagogopoleclass@gmail.com** for booking details, payment info and any questions. **👟 What you’ll need** • Shorts/leggings + vest top • No lotions/oils on class day • No rings/jewellery • Bring water + a small towel • Kneepads recommended • Heels optional! **💫 Why join?** • Learn in a small, supportive community • Build strength & flow safely • Explore sensual movement without pressure • Taught by an experienced, fully insured instructor (10+ years) If you’re ready to try something new, reconnect with yourself, or continue levelling up your pole journey — I’ve got you. 💕 DM or email to book your spot.

Here is an easy and inexpensive way to socialise, meet other Empowered Women and make new friends! 🌸💕[☕](https://emojipedia.org/hot-beverage/) Same place, same time, every 2nd Saturday of the month at 10:30 am at M&S Cafe, 458 Oxford Street, London. [☕](https://emojipedia.org/hot-beverage/) The venue is public and open to everyone and we want to make this event open to every woman including mums. Therefore, properly supervised children are welcome to join us. 😊❤️ The M&S Cafe is located in central London on Oxford Street (nearest underground stations are Marble Arch, Bond Street or Oxford Circus). A perfect location for shopping (or window shopping) after the event. 😊❤️ **Tentative Agenda** You are welcome to join us any time between 10:30 am and 12:00 pm. This is a tentative agenda for those arriving before 11 am: 10:30 am Meet and Greet 11:00 am Introductions (Your name, location, and hobbies) 12:00 pm Socialising and just having fun 1:00 pm We normally wrap up around 1 pm and then head out to do something fun nearby or go home. We hope you will join us for a chat and coffee/tea in central London. It will certainly be an amazing morning of fun, laughter, and empowerment and a great way to meet new people. We look forward to seeing you all there! ❤️🌸💕😘 **Cost** This event is free of charge. **Photography / Videography** We take photos/videos and use them for marketing purpose and in order to encourage other women, who may be anxious and alone, to join us. However, we also respect everyone's right to privacy and we want you to feel safe at our events. Therefore, if you would not like to be photographed, simply please inform our photographer or a member of our team. We will then place a heart over your face to protect your identity when using the photos/videos for marketing purposes. Or, you can simply remove yourself from the area when we are taking photos/videos. Please note that, due to social media settings, we cannot remove your photos/videos after they are posted. Therefore, please remove yourself or inform a member of our team at the start of the event so that we can modify the photos before we post them. **Friendly Reminders** All of our events and platforms are a safe space for women. This means: * We do not judge. We respect other women. We understand that each of us is unique and different, and we avoid gossip about other women; * We are kind towards other women. We address each other in a loving and kind manner. * We support other women. We are present for other women in any way we are able. * We keep matters confidential and private. We respect each other’s privacy and do not take personal information out of events and platforms. **Please Note** * This event is for women only, of all ages (18+). For questions about this event please email: events@womenempoweredmcr.org

Join us for a weekly session of friendly and focussed writing time. Every Friday from 6pm. You'll find us inside Waterloo station: The Victory is on Balcony level, above main concourse. (Go to far north east end). There will be a sign at our table. ...... - We shut up for 1 hour of scheduled writing time - 6.30 to 7.30. Then time to chat or carry on at your preference. This is for writing of any description or experience level. Somewhere to get on with your own work, and connect with new people. Most importantly to not feel isolated in your pursuits, however big or small. If you're looking to further your writing interests; for a comfortable social space; ...or just need somewhere to sit and focus before you go home on a Friday - you're welcome to stop by. Please RSVP to give us an idea of who is coming / how many. ........ **6:00pm - 6:30pm** - Find our table and grab a seat. Plus any food or drink. - We'll take 5-10 minutes to say who we all are, and welcome anyone new. - (No need to say what you're working on, but feel welcome to). **6.30pm - 7.30pm** - No talking. One hour. - You can leave the table at any point. - Anyone arriving late feel free to find a seat, we'll give you a silent wave. You won't get glared at! **7.30pm** Once 'Shut Up' time is over: - You are welcome to head off straight away, no pressure to stick around. - You are welcome to stay to chat with other members, as late as you wish. - Or you are welcome to just keep writing - if you're in the zone, no need to stop just because others have. The time is for you, to get the most benefit. . **FACILITIES / ACCESS** The venue has step free access, via elevator and escalator, from main station concourse. Toilets are at far rear. Including private accessible toilet. **FOOD** The pub is also a restaurant. Food served all evening / including vegan options. You're welcome to eat whilst writing. **WI-FI** There is working Wi-Fi, if you need it - just sign in with your email. **DOG-FRIENDLY** Dogs are also welcome. . If you have additional queries about access, or other requirements, just message us via Meetup or contact The Victory directly. . **A note about the format** We don’t host readings and feedback. (But we can signpost to events that do). Whether you're writing for a professional goal, academic project, private thoughts and wellbeing, or purely casual enjoyment, (or still deciding!) - don't worry we won't be asking each other to share details. You can just arrive, make yourself comfortable with anything you need, and get on with whatever you decide. No-one will be reading your work or judging if you've met targets. We don't set group goals and deadlines: we're just here to help each other with our own - where needed. Or to switch off and talk about something else completely, if you need that instead! This is a social event and aimed at bringing new people together, not just a co-working space. **Respect** Please also note our Code of Conduct: [www.shutupwrite.com/code-of-conduct](https://www.shutupwrite.com/code-of-conduct) ...and be aware this is an informal event open to adults of all ages and backgrounds. We expect everyone who attends will treat each other with appropriate respect and awareness, and feel able to interact comfortably. Any concerns don't hesitate to raise them with us. For a full view of events, visit [https://shutupwrite.com](https://www.shutupwrite.com).

Bow is an area largely forgotten by gentrification but this in turn makes it more real (in my humble opinion). Its heritage trail shouts loudly of its association with the suffragettes. This is where Sylvia Pankhurst set up her East London Federation of Suffragettes. This is where she edited her weekly newspaper the workers dreadnought! We go through the trail which includes a place where Gandhi came to stay at the invitation of sisters Doris & Muriel Lester. The old Roman Road with it's East End feel. Past the pie and mash shops and up to the Hertford Union Canal. We take a look at the old Bryant & May Match factory where the matchstick girls made history and so much more. **Start and finish at Bow Road underground.** £10 cash or card on day at the start of the walk or go over to my website www.flockless.world to get a ticket up front \*\*Disclaimer\*\* By joining up you agree to do the walk at your own risk Your guide is not responsible for public transport being late, any accidents or acts of God! The Tour will start on time and you will not be able to contact the guide after the tour beginning time. **\*\*At least two people must sign up for this tour for it to go ahead\*\***

Interested? Contact Preston Moore k.preston.moore@gmail.com 614-300-5989 ———————————— Engaging in men’s work is the new way to forge friendships while being open-minded to personal growth. Many men experience healthier relationships, personally and professionally, by engaging in this work. Open Men’s Group is a container for men to share vulnerably without receiving judgment or feedback. We believe that emotionally mature, powerful, compassionate, and purpose-driven men will help heal some of society’s deepest wounds. We support the powerful brilliance of men and we are willing to look at, and take full responsibility for, the pain we are also capable of creating – and suffering. We care deeply about men, our families, communities, and the planet. Visit ManKind Project USA to discover more. https://mkpusa.org/

Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 7:00pm the second & fourth Wednesday of every month at Two Dollar Radio Headquarters (HQ). Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. **SCHEDULE:** 6:45ish - Quick introductions 7:00 - Timer starts: write for 1 hour 8:00 - The End **OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING** happens around 6:45pm. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. **BEING LATE IS OKAY:** just show up and get settled! If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing & I look forward to seeing you at Two Dollar Radio HQ! **WHAT SHOULD I BRING?** Whatever you need to be able to write! Other customers are welcome at Two Dollar HQ at the time, so please bring earplugs/headphones if noise will bother you! **OTHER IMPORTANT DETAILS:** * **RSVP:** Please RSVP by 6:00pm the evening of the meeting. This helps me know how many to expect, and if we'll need additional space! * **COVID:** While masks are not required, please be mindful of the other writers around you and their comfort levels. * **ACCESSIBILITY:** Two Dollar Radio HQ's entrance door on Cline Street is wheelchair accessible, they have two gender-neutral bathrooms that are both wheelchair accessible, and their ordering and table-seating area is as well. Working service dogs are allowed. * **WIFI/OUTLETS:** Outlets are limited, so please ensure your devices are charged when you come! But Two Dollar Radio HQ does have free WiFi! Yay! * **PARKING:** There is free public street parking on all surrounding streets, on both sides of Parsons Ave. You are also welcome to park in the Columbus Metropolitan Library parking lot across the street (1113 Parsons Ave). Two Dollar Radio HQ has a bike rack on the corner of Cline and Parsons, and the library has bike parking (across Parsons). * **FOOD/BEVERAGE:** Two Dollar Radio HQ is a bar and vegan cafe. Their food is 100% vegan and made from scratch, with love. They also serve a range of wine, beer, and cocktails, as well as coffees and teas. If you're able to, please consider thanking our venue by purchasing something!!

**The idea for this group is to build a community where men can gather together and build connections & learn and grow from each other.** How we start each meeting is by each of us checking in with our "roses and thorns" aka what are the good things and the bad things going on in your life recently? Then we will go into a topic discussion. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **COMMUNITY AGREEMENTS** \*\*THERE WILL BE A ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY FOR NO-SHOWS. IF YOU RSVP TO A MEETING AND FAIL TO SHOW UP WITHOUT NOTICE, YOU'LL BE REMOVED FROM THE GROUP. THIS IS TO PRESERVE THE INTEGRITY OF THE GROUP\*\* 1. Confidentiality - EVERYTHING that is shared NEVER leaves this space so that this space remains safe and sacred. There is a zero tolerance policy for this. If a man is in violation of this, they will be permanently removed from the group. 2. Non-Judgement - we respect and honor every man’s truth so that we may receive the same from others. While we may not agree on everything, we commit to respecting every man’s perspectives and engaging in honorable discussion with one another. 3. Be committed - honor your commitment to this group and to yourself. If you attend a meeting, please commit yourself fully to the meeting. Also be committed to your own journey. When we fail, we own it & clean it up. 4. Speak from the heart - this is NOT a space to “look good”, have the “right” answers, and have it all together. Relax and know you are not alone. Be exactly who you are within the safety of this space. 5. Be supportive - This means always willing to provide encouragement to your fellow men, encourage action and momentum in each other’s lives.. Be willing to challenge each other. Be willing to hold each other accountable. 6. Participation - what you receive from this community will be a reflection of what you put into it. Period. We ask that you share your perspectives, reflect on others, and give/receive support when and where it’s needed.

Join the [Columbus Vegan Meetup](https://www.meetup.com/columbusveganmeetup/) on **Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 11:00 AM** at **1043 W 3rd Avenue in Grandview**! Come hang out and enjoy delicious pastries from this **all-vegan, family-owned** local favorite. Whether you’re a longtime vegan or just curious, it’s the perfect time to build your social circle and support a community business. See you there!