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**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/45855 **Game Description:** Come and play in a Mid-inter ability volleyball games session on a Thursday evening in King's Cross 🏐 🚨YOU MUST be super comfortable with the 5:1 rotation & have excellent fundamentals to play in this session. Please note you must also know 2 different rotations and be willing to play in different positions🚨 We will cancel and remove you from the game if we don’t think you’re an mid-intermediate player (sorry!). We want to have some great rallies but have fun also! **Directions:** 🚶‍♂️7 minute walk from Euston or King's Cross station 🚿Showers, toilets and changing rooms available **Rules** \- 3 teams of 6 \- Games up to 15 points \- Max 2 games in a row Please be positive and encouraging towards all players 🧡

We've got the songs, the charts, the enthusiasm and some of the people. All we need is more people and your enthusiasm and your song choices. All the standard elements of a Soul band plus orchestral instruments. Exploring the best Soul songs and the best arrangements - especially those featuring strings (violin, viola, cello), French horn, flute, brass, woodwinds, percussion, background vocals. Let's have fun learning and playing a bunch of great tunes from the Soul / R&B back catalogue. There will be well-known standards and lesser-known or even obscure gems chosen from anywhere in the entire history of R&B. This is for: lead vocals, backing vocals, guitars, bass, drums, keyboards, trumpet, trombone, French horn, flute, baritone sax, tenor sax, alto sax, woodwinds, violin, viola, cello, percussion. Visit the "Thursday" page of our new spreadsheet to see vacancies, current members, current repertoire, and to make and see suggestions for new repertoire: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Zb1cMKrOMDvxacsw9AoRRstkx-M7r_NIrF4tZJIREU0/edit?usp=sharing We'll learn some classic tunes by ear and play them. You do not need to be able to read music. Support is given in learning the parts (this may sometimes include written charts / tab). The workshop will be led by Andy Dummett. Andy has been privileged to play with a number of Soul legends including Stax, Atlantic and Motown recording artists - Eddie Floyd, Solomon Burke, Ben E King, Percy Sledge, Edwin Starr, Martha Reeves & the Vandellas, the Memphis Horns, Steve Cropper, Teenie Hodges, Sam Moore (Sam & Dave), Leon Ware, Dorothy Moore. Please check the studio's website for the latest Covid procedures: https://www.huskystudios.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Husky-Studios-Coronavirus-COVID-19-customer-guide.pdf Fees: Per session (drop-in): £15 Your fees include the group's costs for rehearsal studio rental and hire of mic's, PA, bass amp, guitar amps and drum kit. We will work towards a public performance. See our Calendar (http://www.meetup.com/London-Institute-of-Rhythm-Blues-Meetup/events/) for all Events http://www.meetup.com/London-Institute-of-Rhythm-Blues-Meetup/events/ To see details of individual Events (past and future), you can click through from the Calendar

**Beginners friendly session using plastics. Not suitable for players who play aggressive competitive badminton for that go to the Feathers session.** This event: Thursday. Start: 8pm. End: 10pm. Cost: £7.00 for the Session per person. Location: Reynolds Sports Centre (at the rear of Arc Acton Academy), Acton Town, W3 8EY. Transport: Bus - E3, 440, 7, 70, 207, 218 Underground - Acton Town (Piccadilly and District lines) Cars - free parking is available in the school's car park *We have limited spaces, please only attend if you're on the 'Going' list - this does not include the waitlist!* Hi everyone, we're a fun group of mixed ability badminton players who play weekly, hang out after games for food and drink, and run events throughout the year. Sign up and join in the fun! • This Thursday we have two courts booked for 20:00 - 22:00. Deadline is Thursday 12:00 • The club does not provide any racquets so please bring your own, the sports centre have a small number available for hire. • Plastic shuttlecocks are provided by the club. • Showering facilities and changing rooms are available. • Please wear appropriate non-marking sole trainers or indoor court shoes so that you can enjoy your games. • We take cash or credit/debit card • If you or your +1 guest are no longer able to come that’s fine. Late cancellations (under 24 hours) will be charged as a no show. • Please bring appropriate non-marking sole trainers so that you can enjoy your games. • Please be kind to others, have fun, make friends and enjoy yourselves. If you have any issues please speak with one of the many group organisers who will help in any way they can • By attending you agree to the privacy policy: https://www.meetup.com/ActonBadminton/messages/boards/thread/53550179 We look forward to seeing you for a great game of badders and some food and drinks afterwards! Many thanks, EZ Tiger Badminton Club **Club small-print** We reserve the right to remove members who abuse the booking system, who don't observe the clubs rules, who repeatedly miss or don't pay for missed sessions, or cause issues with any other members. We're a fun group and we're pleased to maintain a happy relaxed club for all.

**PERFORMERS:** Jean Samuel Bez, violin Gina Kruger, piano **PROGRAMME:** We are delighted to welcome acclaimed international violinist Jean Samuel Bez back to our house concert series. Jean Samuel and Gina have performed five wonderful concerts for us in the past. They will be re-uniting this June to perform Ravel's violin sonatas. Their busy schedules mean that they are available for one mid-week evening only. We are delighted to offer this opportunity to our members to hear their programme in the intimate surroundings of our house concert. (More details to follow ....) Drinks and food will be served. Seats are £20 per person. Please pay cash at the door. **BIOGRAPHIES** **Jean Samuel Bez** **\- Violin\,** To follow. **Gina Kruger - Piano** Gina holds degrees in piano from the United States and a post-graduate diploma from the Royal College of Music, London. During her studies at the Royal College of Music, she won the Fossat Award for Chamber Music which resulted in performances for the Queen of Denmark and a residency in France. She continues to appear as a recitalist locally and internationally. Her performance in the National Concert Hall, Dublin, featuring Spanish repertoire was deemed a ‘finely turned performance’ by the Irish Times in 2010. Other international venues have included solo performances in Altdorf Switzerland and in the Vienna Conservatory. She has performed extensively in Croatia, as a soloist, and with guitarist Igor Paro. Performance engagements in the United States have included two broadcasts of solo piano works (Messiaen, Beethoven, and Schumann) on Nebraska Public Radio, and appearances at such prestigious venues as Merkin Concert Hall and The Juilliard School. After completing studies in musicology, the result of which was a National Endowment for the Humanties grant (through Columbia University, NY) Gina has continued to develop her interest in church music as an organist, choral director, and soprano (singing regularly with choirs for Evensong and as a soloist in church settings). Having held posts in several boarding schools, chapels, and churches in London and further afield, she is Director of Music at organist a St John the Divine Church, Richmond performing as occasional organist, soprano and cantor at a number of other London churches. **How to Find Us:** Concerts are at 51 Langham Road, London, N15 3LR. We are an easy 5 minute walk from TurnpIke Lane tube / bus station (Piccadilly Line) and bus routes along West Green Road. NB: There is no free parking before 6.30. Due to road restrictions car access is from West Green road via Stanmore Road ONLY.

**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/48498 **Game Description:** Upper-intermediate mixed volleyball session, including an initial warm-up followed by games. This session is for experienced players only (not beginners or those returning after a long break). If possible, we will play at least one team with a 5-1 formation. If you are interested in joining our team, please follow our Instagram (@wappingcheetahsvb) for the latest tryout information. **Rules** 2 hours playing games 6 Players/ Team (18 players max) 15 points 5:1 Rotations or Social Rotation Code of conduct: 1\. Show respect to all players 2\. Focus on your own performance and improvement 3\. Be supportive—encourage and cheer for your teammates 4\. Maintain a positive and sportsmanlike attitude

**\*Please note we had to increase the session fees to £15 due to increase in court hire and shuttles.** Thursday Evening Badminton Date: 18 June 2026 Time: 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm Courts: 3 courts available Shuttles: Feather (quality feathers) Session Fee: £15 per person. TWO & HALF HOURS OF BADMINTON - £15, Venue: Somers Town Community Sports Centre 134 Chalton Street, London NW1 1RX Free Street Parking Available. This session is for those that are intermediate and above (strictly no beginners/ improvers/ Low Intermediates). We want to ensure the quality of play while controlling the standard of the club, this means that players who are not quite up to the standard may be asked politely to leave. PLEASE PAY BEFORE THE BEGINNING OF THE SESSION EITHER VIA BANK TRANSFER/ PAYPAL. IMPORTANT: OUR TERMS! Coronavirus: Stay Safe, Play Safe https://www.meetup.com/Central-London-Badminton-Club/boards/thread/52704882 Badminton Tactics: https://www.meetup.com/Central-London-Badminton-Club/messages/boards/thread/52043613 \*PLEASE NOTE: LATE CANCELLATIONS (AFTER 12 MIDDAY ON THURSDAY) OR NO-SHOWS WILL INCUR A PENALTY CHARGE OF £15. YOU WILL NEED TO PAY THE PENALTY CHARGE BEFORE BEING ALLOWED TO RSVP AT THE NEXT AVAILABLE SESSION. • You are responsible for your own well-being and we and the sports facility representatives will not be responsible for any injury, stolen or damaged property or any other occurrences during our sessions. • Organisers: Mohammed (mr. nice guy), Vin (the merciless), Michael (Big Boss) and Moynul (the dark side of badminton)

**Two of the greatest chamber works ever written, side by side. Mozart’s Clarinet Quintet, radiant and lyrical, broke new ground with its warmth and intimacy. Nearly a century later, Brahms—at the twilight of his career—returned to the same combination, creating a profound and autumnal masterpiece. Heard together, these kindred works reveal a deep affinity across time, celebrating the clarinet’s unique voice in dialogue with strings. In the hands of acclaimed American clarinettist, Matthew Nelson, and the outstanding players of ChamberMusicBox, this concert promises to be a wonderful end to our season which we will toast with a post-concert drink!** **PROGRAMME** ***ChamberMusicBox: Kindred Spirits*** Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Clarinet Quintet in A major K581 Johannes Brahms Clarinet Quintet in b minor Op. 115 Matthew Nelson \| clarinet Yuri Kalnits \| violin Alicja Smietana \| violin Mark Chivers \| viola Nicholas Holland \| cello **Tickets:** https://www.tickettailor.com/events/chambermusicbox/1843058

**NO-STRINGS INDOOR PICKLEBALL SESSION** All skill levels welcome • Fun • Fast • Social • Drop in, play, enjoy. 2 hours of casual match play. Rotate and swap players each game. Bring a friend. Bring some energy Do register asap using the quick registration form link below to avoid any disappointment. [https://hosted-uk.coacha.app/member_signup/0YOJRM0M6D](https://hosted-uk.coacha.app/member_signup/0YOJRM0M6D) **We cannot guarantee your space in the session until payment had been received** This session is organised by Barnet Multi-Sports Club

**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/45655 **Game Description:** Come and play in a casual​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​,​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ friendly & social badminton session. The session is for mixed ability players (mainly beginners & intermediate players). So please be respectful and kind towards less experienced players - we all have to start somewhere 🧡 🌱 We use YONEX MAVIS 300 Nylon Shuttlecocks. 🏸 We have a few spare rackets if needed. Format: We play doubles for the whole time and keep rotating opponents/partners across courts so everyone plays each other. **Venue:** 🚪Entrance to the sports hall is on the corner of Celebration Avenue and Temple Mills Ln 🧼There are showers, changing rooms & a water fountain at the venue 🚶‍♂️5 minute walk from Stratford International DLR Station 🚗 Paid car parking is available on site **Rules** Classic doubles rules - can be explained at the start of the session if you’re new to badminton or need a reminder 🤝

**Friday - Lower Intermediate+ @ George Green's** Come and join our friendly badminton club for a fun and competitive doubles session at George Green’s School in Tower Hamlets! 🏸 **How it works** * Book your spot here on Meetup – spaces are limited. * Pay by bank transfer before the session – bank details are provided below. * Bring your own racket and non-marking indoor shoes. Feather shuttles are included. 🎯 **Level** This is a **Lower Intermediate+ session**. You should be able to play clears, smashes, drops, drives, and net shots consistently in games. All players **must be at the right level** for this session. Badminton levels vary between clubs, so we strongly recommend checking out our **Instagram page** to see what *we* class as **Lower Intermediate, Intermediate, and High Intermediate** before booking. We always use the **first game as a level check**. If it becomes clear during that game that the standard isn’t the right match for this session, **you won’t be able to continue beyond that point**. As a **small community club**, we’re unfortunately **unable to offer refunds** in these situations. 👉 Please **only book a session if you are happy to accept these conditions**. 💬 **Stay connected** We have a club WhatsApp group for updates, photos, and extra playing opportunities. Message Peter on **07561 100 413** after you've played at your first session and we’ll add you! 📍 **Venue** * Where: George Green’s School, 100 Manchester Road, E14 3DW (nearest tube: Island Gardens DLR). * On arrival: Let reception know you’re here for the Tower Hamlets Badminton Meetup. 💷 **Price** £12 per session, payable in advance (all first time players must pay at least 24 hours before session start time, or your place may be removed to make space for other players). Bank transfer details: **Badminton Go Ltd** Sort code: 60-83-71 Account: 78644858 (Use your name + date as ref)

**Saturday - Lower Intermediate+ @ George Green's** Come and join our friendly badminton club for a fun and competitive doubles session at George Green’s School in Tower Hamlets! 🏸 **How it works** * Book your spot here on Meetup – spaces are limited. * Pay by bank transfer before the session – bank details are provided below. * Bring your own racket and non-marking indoor shoes. Feather shuttles are included. 🎯 **Level** This is a **Lower Intermediate+ session**. You should be able to play clears, smashes, drops, drives, and net shots consistently in games. All players **must be at the right level** for this session. Badminton levels vary between clubs, so we strongly recommend checking out our **Instagram page** to see what *we* class as **Lower Intermediate, Intermediate, and High Intermediate** before booking. We always use the **first game as a level check**. If it becomes clear during that game that the standard isn’t the right match for this session, **you won’t be able to continue beyond that point**. As a **small community club**, we’re unfortunately **unable to offer refunds** in these situations. 👉 Please **only book a session if you are happy to accept these conditions**. 💬 **Stay connected** We have a club WhatsApp group for updates, photos, and extra playing opportunities. Message Peter on **07561 100 413** after you've played at your first session and we’ll add you! 📍 **Venue** * Where: George Green’s School, 100 Manchester Road, E14 3DW (nearest tube: Island Gardens DLR). * On arrival: Let reception know you’re here for the Tower Hamlets Badminton Meetup. 💷 **Price** £12 per session, payable in advance (all first time players must pay at least 24 hours before session start time, or your place may be removed to make space for other players). Bank transfer details: **Badminton Go Ltd** Sort code: 60-83-71 Account: 78644858 (Use your name + date as ref)

We’re still working to get more people into these Meetups, but our goal is to give PlayYourCourt members a few social tennis outings each week in addition to your practice sessions and Challenge League matches. These Meetups are co-ed, super laid back, and all skill levels are welcome. Post your skill level and a suggested court in the comments section so we can round up as many players as we can for some tennis fun! Also, if you’re looking to meet new practice partners or play some matches and you aren’t already in the PlayYourCourt Community, you can go here to see what we’re all about and sign up: https://www.playyourcourt.com/tennis-community/columbus-oh/meetup/ If you love tennis, we’d love to have you! Be sure and watch the quick video that explains how everything works. Happy hitting! - Scott

Come join our welcoming, low-pressure environment where you can practice performing, build confidence, stay motivated, and connect with others who play piano. Each session is intentionally structured and hosted to ensure everyone has time to play (if they choose), feel supported, socialize, and enjoy the experience. It’s not a class, but a thoughtfully guided space to help you stay consistent and make meaningful progress. **Details:** * Gatherings take place in a private home setting in the Northwest Columbus area (location to be shared after RSVPing) * Small group to keep the sessions personal and ensure everyone has time to play * Light snacks and refreshments provided Please ensure that you are able to accept chats and emails/messages via Meetup.com, as that is how I will provide the address and communicate with you closer to the event. You can message me anytime if you have any questions.

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**✅ Bachata Mondays with Todd Smith!** **👉 Beginner Bachata Class** **$15 In Advance / $20 At the Door** 7:00 pm – 7:15 pm … Registration 7:15 pm – 8:15 pm … Beginner Class **👉 Intermediate Bachata Class** **= $15 In Advance / $20 At the Door** 8:15 pm – 8:30 pm Registration 8:30 pm – 9:30 pm Intermediate Class **👉 If You Take Both Bachata Classes** **= $25 In Advance / $35 At the Door** **👉 Buy Advance Tickets Now at:** https://columbussalsadancing.com/bachata-mondays-dance-class-tickets/