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Join our WhatsApp group and sign up at [www.thesocialsport.com.](http://www.thesocialsport.com./) Our New Sport Every Week session for Southwark. We will be playing volleyball at Southwark Park. The winning sport will be announced on Wednesday. To vote, join the WhatsApp group on our website. **What is Social Sport?** Social Sport was set up to face two main challenges in cities like London: 1. Limited opportunities for those moving here to meet new people and socialise in a genuine, healthy way. 2. Lack of casual sports clubs for young professionals. We started with our New Sport Every Week session, voted for by people in our community. Since then, we have played over 21 different sports. Additionally, we also play weekly sports, which are set up based on feedback from those who join our events! **Please note this session is popular and has a set number of places. If you do not secure your place prior to attending, and the event is full, you will not be able to play.**

To find out more see who has signed up so far, please see comment below. This is a joint event between South Herts Hikers and South Herts Footpath Society. Explore scenic footpaths and green spaces in Hertfordshire Green Belt countryside between Barnet and Potters Bar. Have you been to Saffron Green, Wash Lane Common and Bentley Heath? See it while you can, before some of it is lost for ever under the South Mimms Data Centre and possibly also 900 homes. We start and finish at Hadley Green which is near a number of Transport for London Bus routes and 15 mins walk from High Barnet tube station (Northern Line). **Meet** 10:30 a.m. for 10:45 start at junction of Hadley Green Road and Hadley Green opposite CYMA Classic Car wash, 242 High St, Barnet EN5 5TD (see photo on map in photo album). Look for our Meetup sign. Nearest post code: EN5 5TD Lat/Long (WGS84): 51.658465,-0.200431 O.S. Grid Ref: TQ245970 What3Words [https://w3w.co/expect.labels.field](https://w3w.co/expect.labels.field) **HIKE DESCRIPTION:** From the start, via Arkley Lane to Saffron Green (mid morning stop), then via Dyrham Park, Dancers Hill to Wash Lane Common for outdoor lunch stop. Alternatively, food, snacks and toilets are available nearby at Welcome Break Service Area South Mimms. Then via Bridgefoot Lane, Bentley Heath, Wrotham Park Estate and along the Great North Road A1000 (with pavement, 1.5 km) to Hadley Highstone, an obelisk marking the site of the Battle of Barnet in 1471. Optional short detour via Monken Hadley Church and back to start. Total distance 9.9 miles (15.9 km) with some slight hills, 101 metres (331 ft) of ascent and descent. We expect to finish the hike by about 4:45 p.m. **PLACES OF INTEREST:** Saffron Green Meadows, [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saffron_Green_Meadows](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saffron_Green_Meadows) Wrotham Park, [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wrotham_Park](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wrotham_Park) Battle of Barnet, [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_Barnet](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_Barnet) Save 85 acres of greenbelt in Potters Bar (private Facebook Group) [https://www.facebook.com/groups/581418361117132/](https://www.facebook.com/groups/581418361117132/) **ONLINE MAP:** This route was devised by South Herts Footpath Society and you can find full details on Wikiloc: [https://www.wikiloc.com/hiking-trails/high-barnet-arkley-south-mimms-bentley-heath-loop-v2-39554205](https://www.wikiloc.com/hiking-trails/high-barnet-arkley-south-mimms-bentley-heath-loop-v2-39554205) You can select map or aerial view (OpenStreetmap recommended) and you can zoom in. Navigating the trail outdoors using the Wikiloc app needs the premium version but you can also set up a free Wikiloc login then use a web browser such as Chrome to download a .GPX or .kml file to a mobile device then use a mobile phone GPS app (OSMand, Komoot, All Trails, Outdoor Active, Organic Maps or Google Maps). **HOW TO GET TO THE MEETING LOCATION:** **From Central London by tube**: Hadley Green is at the Northern end of Barnet High Street, about 15 mins walk from High Barnet Station (Northern Line) **By bus:** TfL buses 34, 107, 184, 234, 263, 307, 326. The Central Connect 84B bus service between Potters Bar and Barnet does not run on a Sunday. Free parking on Sundays by the A1000 road at Hadley Green near the meeting place. Please see photo in photo album. **• What to bring** Much of this walk is away from roads on quiet countryside public footpaths but most of these do not have a tarmac surface so some paths may be slippery, muddy or stony in places. You need: * adequate footwear, preferably hiking boots, with thick soles and good grip * waterproof jacket or umbrella for rain * sun hat if sunny * drink essential (1 - 2 litres) * packed lunch (optional). **Important to know** Although our events are shown on Meetup as free, so you don't need to pay when you sign up, we have a small annual membership subscription and we also invite a donation for each event. This is to cover the running costs of this Meetup Group including Meetup Organisers’ subscription, affiliations and other costs. This applies to everyone including guests who attends an event but you can pay at your first event. **Annual membership subscription** We have an nominal annual membership subscription of £1 if you join from 1st Jan - 30th June, 50p if you join from 1st July - 30th November and free if you join in December. You need to be an annual member to attend our events but you can join at the start of your first event. Annual members can also join our group email list and receive details of our walks programme. Annual membership is valid for both sections of our group, South Herts Hikers and South Herts Footpath Society. **Event donation** We also invite a donation of £3 per event so that would be £4.00 for your first hike after 1st Jan 2026 or £3.00 per event after that. Cash is preferred or you can use Paypal [https://paypal.me/SouthHertsHikers](https://paypal.me/SouthHertsHikers) Please note our conventions and guidelines . From this Meetup Group's home page [https://www.meetup.com/southhertshikers/](https://www.meetup.com/southhertshikers/) see What we're about > Read More To summarise: * The walk leader sets the pace suitable for the slowest member. We stop from time to time to regroup. You may need extra clothing to put on for stops in colder weather. * We have members of different ages and genders and we like everyone to relate to each other on an equal basis. * We welcome members from different nationalities and cultures and we don't quiz anyone about their background or country of origin, they can tell us if they like but this is optional. * We avoid heated debates or any discussions about controversial or unpleasant subjects. For our policy on dogs on our hikes, please see our FAQ page, [http://southhertshikers.uk/faq/](http://southhertshikers.uk/faq/)

SCIENTOLOGY **TOOLS** **FOR LIFE** What if you had simple tools which you could use to improve your relationship with others? What if a step-by-step procedure could help you achieve your goals in life? What if you could learn the secret to mastering any subject you wanted to master? Come and find out!

You want to do your best! You want to realise your potential! You want to make the right decisions at the right time! Obviously- you want to be a success! Do you have all the skills in place? Do you have areas in your life or personality that are weaker and you feel can stop you or hold you back? Would you like a free personal consultation to help locate your strengths and weaker areas? We can help you to maximise on your potential. If you would like a free 1 hour consult then register now! We have various times available for your own personal consultation This is hosted at the Scientology Life Improvement Centre in London. We use the Oxford Capacity Analysis test. https://www.scientology-london.org.uk/personality-test/

To find out more see who has signed up so far, please see comment below. This is a joint event between South Herts Hikers and South Herts Footpath Society. Explore scenic footpaths and green spaces in Hertfordshire Green Belt countryside between Barnet and Potters Bar. Have you been to Saffron Green, Wash Lane Common and Bentley Heath? See it while you can, before some of it is lost for ever under the South Mimms Data Centre and possibly also 900 homes. We start and finish at Hadley Green which is near a number of Transport for London Bus routes and 15 mins walk from High Barnet tube station (Northern Line). **Meet** 10:30 a.m. for 10:45 start at junction of Hadley Green Road and Hadley Green opposite CYMA Classic Car wash, 242 High St, Barnet EN5 5TD (see photo on map in photo album). Look for our Meetup sign. Nearest post code: EN5 5TD Lat/Long (WGS84): 51.658465,-0.200431 O.S. Grid Ref: TQ245970 What3Words [https://w3w.co/expect.labels.field](https://w3w.co/expect.labels.field) **HIKE DESCRIPTION:** From the start, via Arkley Lane to Saffron Green (mid morning stop), then via Dyrham Park, Dancers Hill to Wash Lane Common for outdoor lunch stop. Alternatively, food, snacks and toilets are available nearby at Welcome Break Service Area South Mimms. Then via Bridgefoot Lane, Bentley Heath, Wrotham Park Estate and along the Great North Road A1000 (with pavement, 1.5 km) to Hadley Highstone, an obelisk marking the site of the Battle of Barnet in 1471. Optional short detour via Monken Hadley Church and back to start. Total distance 9.9 miles (15.9 km) with some slight hills, 101 metres (331 ft) of ascent and descent. We expect to finish the hike by about 4:45 p.m. **PLACES OF INTEREST:** Saffron Green Meadows, [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saffron_Green_Meadows](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saffron_Green_Meadows) Wrotham Park, [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wrotham_Park](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wrotham_Park) Battle of Barnet, [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_Barnet](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_Barnet) Save 85 acres of greenbelt in Potters Bar (private Facebook Group) [https://www.facebook.com/groups/581418361117132/](https://www.facebook.com/groups/581418361117132/) **ONLINE MAP:** This route was devised by South Herts Footpath Society and you can find full details on Wikiloc: [https://www.wikiloc.com/hiking-trails/high-barnet-arkley-south-mimms-bentley-heath-loop-v2-39554205](https://www.wikiloc.com/hiking-trails/high-barnet-arkley-south-mimms-bentley-heath-loop-v2-39554205) You can select map or aerial view (OpenStreetmap recommended) and you can zoom in. Navigating the trail outdoors using the Wikiloc app needs the premium version but you can also set up a free Wikiloc login then use a web browser such as Chrome to download a .GPX or .kml file to a mobile device then use a mobile phone GPS app (OSMand, Komoot, All Trails, Outdoor Active, Organic Maps or Google Maps). **HOW TO GET TO THE MEETING LOCATION:** **From Central London by tube**: Hadley Green is at the Northern end of Barnet High Street, about 15 mins walk from High Barnet Station (Northern Line) **By bus:** TfL buses 34, 107, 184, 234, 263, 307, 326. The Central Connect 84B bus service between Potters Bar and Barnet does not run on a Sunday. Free parking on Sundays by the A1000 road at Hadley Green near the meeting place. Please see photo in photo album. **• What to bring** Much of this walk is away from roads on quiet countryside public footpaths but most of these do not have a tarmac surface so some paths may be slippery, muddy or stony in places. You need: * adequate footwear, preferably hiking boots, with thick soles and good grip * waterproof jacket or umbrella for rain * sun hat if sunny * drink essential (1 - 2 litres) * packed lunch (optional). **Important to know** Although our events are shown on Meetup as free, so you don't need to pay when you sign up, we have a small annual membership subscription and we also invite a donation for each event. This is to cover the running costs of this Meetup Group including Meetup Organisers’ subscription, affiliations and other costs. This applies to everyone including guests who attends an event but you can pay at your first event. **Annual membership subscription** We have an nominal annual membership subscription of £1 if you join from 1st Jan - 30th June, 50p if you join from 1st July - 30th November and free if you join in December. You need to be an annual member to attend our events but you can join at the start of your first event. Annual members can also join our group email list and receive details of our walks programme. Annual membership is valid for both sections of our group, South Herts Hikers and South Herts Footpath Society. **Event donation** We also invite a donation of £3 per event so that would be £4.00 for your first hike after 1st Jan 2026 or £3.00 per event after that. Cash is preferred or you can use Paypal [https://paypal.me/SouthHertsHikers](https://paypal.me/SouthHertsHikers) Please note our conventions and guidelines . From this Meetup Group's home page [https://www.meetup.com/southhertshikers/](https://www.meetup.com/southhertshikers/) see What we're about > Read More To summarise: * The walk leader sets the pace suitable for the slowest member. We stop from time to time to regroup. You may need extra clothing to put on for stops in colder weather. * We have members of different ages and genders and we like everyone to relate to each other on an equal basis. * We welcome members from different nationalities and cultures and we don't quiz anyone about their background or country of origin, they can tell us if they like but this is optional. * We avoid heated debates or any discussions about controversial or unpleasant subjects. For our policy on dogs on our hikes, please see our FAQ page, [http://southhertshikers.uk/faq/](http://southhertshikers.uk/faq/)

**Do you enjoy discussing life's big questions?** Then this group is for you! Open for three weeks only. **Christianity explored** is an informal and relaxed three-week discussion group. We will read a short book (21 pages) from the famous book, the Bible and have discussions. It's for anyone who wants to think about the meaning of life. **If you are open-minded and want to discuss life questions from a new perspective, then come join us!** Come ready to listen, ask, laugh and enjoy socialising and chatting in a relaxed environment at our beautiful venue free of charge. No knowledge of Christianity or the bible is required to attend. **You can ask any questions**, or simply sit and listen. You will not be asked to read, pray or speak. Join us if you would like to meet others and be part of this three-week reading group. Dates: Every Tuesday for three weeks Venue: Inspire St James Church, EC1R 0EA \*\*Lunch will be provided from the lovely Noodle Brat restaurant \*\* £5 donations suggested. Look forward to see you!

What philosophical dilemmas/deep questions have been living in your mind rent free lately?

New and Experienced Players Welcome! Ever played Werewolf, Mafia or Secret Hitler? Well this game is like that but on steroids! 😈😇 Ever watched The Traitors and wished you could have a turn? Well now you can! We Play **'Blood on the Clocktower'** a game where you never know who you can trust... A great way to meet new people in a fun interactive way, in Regents Park enjoying the lovely weather! Continue reading for a general description of the game: Blood on the Clocktower is a bluffing game enjoyed by 5 to 20 players on opposing teams of Good and Evil, overseen by an experienced Storyteller. During a 'day' phase players socialize openly and whisper privately to trade knowledge or spread lies, culminating in a player's execution if a majority suspects them of being Evil. At 'night' time, players close their eyes and some are woken one at a time by the Storyteller to gather information, spread mischief, or kill. Use all your powers of deduction and deception to survive this game of murder and mystery. The game will be fully explained at the event. However if you'd like to learn more now watch: https://youtu.be/M-aZP47Nm9g?feature=shared

Step into the gas-lit streets of Victorian London and uncover the chilling story of Jack the Ripper. This evening walking tour takes you deep into Whitechapel, where one of history’s most notorious serial killers stalked his victims. Follow your expert guide as you: Visit the actual sites of the Ripper’s murders Explore hidden alleys and cobblestoned lanes Hear the true stories of the victims and the suspects See rare photographs and police reports Learn how the crimes shocked London — and the world Your guide will separate fact from fiction, using historical evidence and forensic insight to paint a vivid picture of life in East London in 1888. ⚠️ **IMPORTANT**: Attendance Confirmation Required To help us manage attendance, please complete the form below if you will be attending. You will only be added to the confirmed list once the form has been completed. **Confirm here:** https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfO_ujT7S1q-3EiZgkxHfPxJGgG8CnlYNCrHqQkLPNXmEC4Gw/viewform?usp=header If you are unable to join, please just send us a message to let us know.

\#\#\#\# Step 1: TAKE THE TEST The Oxford Capacity Analysis identifies 10 vital personality traits that influence your entire future. It is a factual, scientific analysis taken from your answers, and it takes about an hour to complete. \#\#\#\# Step 2: GET YOUR RESULTS After you complete the test, your personality analysis is generated and displayed. Within minutes your analysis will highlight your strengths and weaknesses—which personality traits to take advantage of and which need help. \#\#\#\# Step 3: CONSULTATION While the analysis graph shows distinct personality traits, it is the interrelationship of these traits that provides the greater picture of your personality. We provide a complimentary consultation with one of our trained staff, who will give a detailed evaluation of your personality analysis. In this one-on-one consultation, you gain a better understanding of your personality strengths and weaknesses, and establish the recommended path to your fast and lasting success.

Come along on Sunday 14th June to visit Kenwood House and then a relaxing walk across Hampstead Heath into Hampstead! **About the house** The house dates back to the early 17th century and was re-modelled by Robert Adam in 1764, who added the library and the ionic portico at the entrance. The house has been open to the public since 1928 and sits on Hampstead Heath, giving spectacular views across London. The house is known for its art, with paintings on display including; 'The Guitar Player' by Vermeer and a self portrait by Rembrandt. It also has paintings on display by Joshua Reynolds, Anthony Van Dyck, JMW Turner and Thomas Gainsborough. The visit should last about 2 hours. The visit is self guiding. **Getting to the house** After we meet, we will then get the 210 bus up the hill to the house (about 5-10 mins). **Entry** Entry is free! **Become a Full Member** To become a Full Member (£14 a year), either: \- Pay cash at an event \- Pay via Bank Transfer \(TSB Bank plc\, Sort code: 77\-66\-65\, Account no: 00030809\, Account name: Cultureseekers) \- Pay via credit card on the day or in advance \([https://pay.sumup.com/b2c/QLAX8AUI](https://pay.sumup.com/b2c/QLAX8AUI)) \- go to PayPal \- [https://www.paypal.com/uk/](https://www.paypal.com/uk/), then click on 'Pay & Get Paid‘, then click on 'Send Money’, put in the email address: [general@cultureseekers.org](mailto:general@cultureseekers.org) in the 'Send Money' box, then 'Next' and then enter the amount to pay. Click 'Next', then 'Goods & Services', then 'For Friends & Family', then 'Continue' Benefits of becoming a Full Member [here...](https://www.meetup.com/london_cultureseekers/photos/22974682/531979527/) **After the house visit** Afterwards we will meet back at the Brewhouse café at the house (from 3:30pm). Then at about 4:15pm we will walk across the heath to Hampstead, finishing at the tube station. Please note, we only wait outside the station for 10 minutes after the advertised meeting time, so please be early or on time. If you can't see us outside the station, please text. Look out for red & blue 'London Cultureseekers' group sign: Hope to see you there! Robert 07905 901 834 (prefer text) ***On the day, if you can’t make the trip, just change your RSVP to No or text me to say you can’t make it.*** ***Please don’t post any messages in the comments that you can’t make it, as this generates spam for everyone else.*** *Please make sure you are aware of the group rules here before RSVPing -* ***[https://www.meetup.com/london_cultureseekers/photos/22974682/523578875/Group_Rules/](https://www.meetup.com/london_cultureseekers/photos/22974682/523578875/Group_Rules/)***

*“I don't wait for inspiration. I'm not, in fact, quite sure what inspiration is, but I'm sure that if it is going to turn up, my having started work is the precondition of its arrival.”* - Quentin Blake **Join us at the Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration on Sunday 14th June!** Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration is the UK’s only permanent place for illustration, opening Friday 5th June 2026. When it opens in Clerkenwell, London, the three galleries in a former waterworks will showcase the breadth and dynamism of illustration through regularly changing exhibitions. Visitors can explore their free spaces, including public gardens, displays and an illustration library. A café serving fresh food in historic surroundings will also be on offer as well as a shop stocked with unique illustration gifts. **Read more here:** [Museum website ](https://qbcentre.org.uk) **MEET DETAILS FOR SUNDAY 14 JUNE:** **FROM 1:15pm: MEET AT QUENTIN BLAKE CAFÉ (optional)** Address: Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration, 1 Myddelton Passage, London EC1R 1AG **2PM: ENTER THE MUSEUM** Address: Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration, 1 Myddelton Passage, London EC1R 1AG **4:30PM-Late: PUB SOCIAL AT THE GEORGE AND MONKEY (optional)** We'll head to a local pub for a social chit chat over drinks. Address: 68 Amwell St, London EC1R 1UU **TICKETS:** **You will need to purchase your own ticket for this event.** **Please book Sunday 14th June** [HERE](https://tickets.qbcentre.org.uk/events/21c73b1e-3dc3-71fa-0513-4dbe1c8a6d43?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio) and choose the 2pm slot (or thereabouts). If you don’t want to donate, scroll down on the booking page to find the non-donation ticket options. Ticket: £15 Ticket with Art Pass: £7.50 Museum Association Members: £6 **GETTING THERE:** [Visit us museum page](https://qbcentre.org.uk/your-visit) **EVENT WHATSAPP GROUP:** Please join the event WhatsApp group to help you find the group on the day. The link will be posted in the Event Comments 48 hours before the event, for those on the confirmed going list. *NB* *Joining this WhatsApp group will make your phone number visible to other members in the group.* **PLEASE READ:** LoMAZ events are run by volunteers. This event has an attendee limit as we prefer a smaller, friendlier group. If you RSVP but can no longer attend, please change your RSVP as soon as possible, **otherwise you will be marked as a 'no show'.** We remove members from the group who: * repeatedly sign up for events then 'no show'. * repeatedly change their RSVP to 'No'. * are on the event waitlist or have not RSVPd but turn up anyway. Please see the [About Us section](https://www.meetup.com/london-museums-a-z-for-30s-40s/) for more information about the group and how it works. **Thank you for your interest in the group & being part of LoMAZ.** 📸 Follow LoMAZ on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/londonmuseumsatoz/) Image credit: "Matilda" by moedermens is licensed under CC BY 2.0. To view a copy of this licence, visit https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/?ref=openverse.

Sleep in on Sundays. When you've had your fill of pajama-time, roll out and have some tasty brunch with your fellow Humanists!

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/

Main Library, Meeting Room 2B What does it mean to be the salt of the earth and the light of the world? In this gathering, we'll continue our series on the Sermon on the Mount from a mystical perspective. Together we’ll explore Matthew 5:13–16, looking not only to the passage as moral instruction, but also to the deeper transformation of consciousness that Jesus invites. Together we'll reflect on how spiritual awakening changes the way we see ourselves, others, and the world around us. Libera Animae is an interfaith community focused on inner growth, creativity, and authentic connection. All backgrounds are welcome.

"Do as I say, not as I do." Children tend to have a built-in ability to recognize hypocrisy quicker than many adults, and there are few children who will respect an adult whose actions do not match his or her words. John the Baptizer wanted to make it clear that God himself is in NO way pleased by people who claim to follow Him and whose lives in NO way reflect His character. In fact, the Greek word for "actor" that people used in the first century is *"hypokrites"*. John called out the truth to any and all who would listen--from peasants to the king, even at peril of his own life and freedom--and insisted God does not judge by words alone, but by actions and in truth. Luke Chapter 3 concludes with making it clear to the Jewish and Greek readers of the day that Jesus was not only the rightful King of Israel, but also the true Son of Man--the Son of Adam, Who came to provide a way for those who had followed Adam into sin to return to fellowship with God. Take a look at Luke Chapter 3 and join us at **10 am,** **Sunday, June 28,** at **True Food Kitchen at Easton Town Center.** We'd love to see you there! Get your tickets on [EventBrite](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/columbus-luke-3-tickets-1989802924110)! Check us out on [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/events/1657939185252324)! Connect with us at our new website for [LocalCA](http://%5Bwww.localca.org%5D(www.localca.org)/ "\[www.localca.org\](www.localca.org)")!

Come assist Van Buren Shelter (https://ymcacolumbus.org/locations/vanburen) staff in serving dinners and cleaning up on the 3rd Tuesday of each month. Dinner for the women is 5-6 pm and for the families is 6:15-7:15 pm. There is ample free parking available in the shelter's lot. The recommended area to park is in green in the image above. There will be a new entrance for the time being. We are asking all volunteers to enter through the Donation Dock door, the orange mark on the image above. This door is located between the Single Adults and Family Shelter. You will see 2 large garage doors with a large green trash compactor in the center. Please head to the closest garage door to the building wall, with a ramp leading up. There, you will see a door with a sign stating instructions on how to enter the building. Please ring the doorbell, and a staff member will come and escort you into the building. If a staff member takes longer than 5 minutes, please call the front desk at 614-689-2020. This is a new process for us, and we do not want to keep you waiting! We appreciate your patience as we navigate this temporary change. The shelter needs a volunteer count the day before the event so sign-up ends Monday at 4:50 PM. Afterwards some of us go to the Omnipresent Atheists Weekly Meetup in progress to have a bit to eat or drink (http://www.meetup.com/omnipresentatheists/). Volunteers must be 14 or older. Since we will be working around families, the YMCA does not permit volunteering by individuals with convictions for violent or sexual crimes. The YMCA reserves the right to run background checks on volunteers. For questions, comment on this page or contact: Andrew, awhit12@yahoo.com, (614)937-5802 (cell). Please let Andrew know if you volunteer anytime other than our COUNT events so that he can count your hours toward our service record.