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Writers' Pub Night
We're back with another pub night! Join us for a pint, a bite, and much writerly debate. We'll be at our usual haunt: The Bishop and Belcher near Bloor and Church. Hope to see you then!
Toronto Real Estate, Interior Designer, Construction & Finance Networking
***Tickets must be purchased in advance!***
š: [https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/toronto-real-estate-interior-designer-construction-finance-networking-tickets-1984646029700?aff=ebdsoporgprofile](https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/toronto-real-estate-interior-designer-construction-finance-networking-tickets-1984646029700?aff=ebdsoporgprofile)
Get ready to connect with Toronto's finest real estate, design, construction, and finance professionals at a networking event like no other!
Stellar Socials by Limitless: Elite Networking for Toronto Real Estate, Interior Designer, Construction & Finance Networking
Join us for an exclusive evening designed to connect ambitious professionals in law, real estate, and construction. This event is your opportunity to build valuable relationships, discover new opportunities, and take your career or business to the next level.
Whether youāre seeking partnerships, fresh career insights, or simply looking to expand your professional circle, this is the perfect space to **network, collaborate, and exchange ideas**.
**DRESS CODE: BUSINESS CAUSAL**
### **About Stellar Socials by Limitless**
Stellar Socials is the **premier networking experience** for professionals across North America. We bring together lawyers, real estate leaders, construction innovators, entrepreneurs, and investors in a **stylish, dynamic, and welcoming environment**.
Our mission is simple: foster **authentic connections** that spark collaboration, innovation, and growth.
### **Who Attends?**
Expect a diverse mix of driven professionals, including:
* **Legal Experts** ā Attorneys, paralegals, and consultants in real estate, construction, and business law
* **Real Estate Professionals** ā Agents, brokers, developers, investors, and builders
* **Construction Leaders** ā Architects, engineers, contractors, and project managers
* **Entrepreneurs & Investors** ā Business owners and firms seeking partnerships
* **Graduates & Job Seekers** ā Ambitious professionals looking to break into the industry
* **Startups & Innovators** ā Companies seeking investors, talent, and collaborations
* **Media & Marketing Experts** ā Creators and journalists covering industry trends
š **Age Group:** 21ā55 \| **Venue:** 21+ (Bar setting)
### **What to Expect**
⨠High-impact conversations on legal trends, real estate opportunities, and urban development
⨠Direct access to industry leaders and like-minded peers
⨠Career-boosting insights and potential collaborations
⨠A relaxed and open social atmosphereāperfect for organic connections
Whether you attend solo or with friends, youāll leave with **new contacts, fresh insights, and future opportunities**.
### ***The Stellar Socials Experience:***
Our events are curated to encourage **natural, pressure-free conversations**. With a focus on relationship-building, youāll connect with professionals who can inspire your next moveāprofessionally and personally.
Come ready to meet, collaborate, and grow.
\#\#\# Join the Community
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\#\#\# Notice of Photography:
*Please note: Photos and videos will be taken for promotional purposes. By attending, you consent to being photographed and/or filmed. If you prefer not to appear, kindly inform an event organizer upon arrival.*
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.
South Asian Singlesā Mixer & Comedy Show
If you are single and feeling sad, we have a solution for both of those problems.
We are organizing a singlesā mixer AND a comedy show, where finding a date is your job, but making you laugh is our job.
This is part 2 of the series and part 1 had - 4 people who found a date in just 2 hours, 1 couple who won a dreamy date night (on the house), and many more warm interactions for everyone single and looking at one spot.
For a limited time, the tickets are 23% discounted. Last show was sold out one week before the show, so if you are interested, grab the tickets while they last: [Click Here](https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/torontos-south-asian-comedy-singles-mixer-volume-2-win-a-date-voucher-tickets-1984416957539?aff=yb)
Note: comedy only tickets will not get you entry to the mixer event. Also, read everything in the description on Eventbrite.
Hey folks - just a note that I wonāt be able to make it to the event for something urgent thing at the same time. However, the event had 50/60 people last time and we are expecting the same energy this time. So, if you have purchased your ticket, please enjoy the event (without me), I am sure you wonāt miss me. Haha
Bowling Night - Letās Roll
š³ Bowling Night ā Letās Roll!
Join us for a fun Bowling Meetup on Friday, March 20 at Kennedy Bowling! A perfect way to relax, meet new people, and enjoy some friendly competition.
š Location
Kennedy Bowling
2300 Lawrence Ave E, Scarborough, ON M1P 2R3
š° Cost
$20 per person (inclusive of 1 hr bowling session, shoe rental and meetupup expenses)
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How to Register
Send $20 via e-transfer to mech.mandeep@gmail.com to confirm your spot.
šÆ Feel free to bring your friends ā the more the merrier!
Letās roll some strikes, celebrate a few gutter balls, and have a great evening together! š³š
š š¶ Monthly Musical Theatre Open Mic Night! š¶ š
š¶**šāØ Join Us for Our Monthly Musical Theatre Open Mic Night!** š¶**š**
Join us for this our monthly Open Mic Night
**Musical Theatre Open Mic Night:** Toronto Cabaret Productions proudly invites you to an open mic experience **like no other** ā a night where talent shines, voices soar, and community comes alive. š
This isnāt *just* an open micā¦
Itās a **life-changing, joy-filled, goosebump-making night of connection, courage, belonging, and pure musical theatre magic.** āØāØāØ
Whether you're a powerhouse vocalist, a nervous first-timer, a theatre kid at heart, or simply someone who loves being surrounded by creativity ā **this space is for YOU.**
A safe, welcoming, all-ages room where everyone is celebrated. šš¤š¶
If you love to sing musical theatre or showtune songs then this is for you. Bring a friend, bring your sheet music, just come and listen, be inspired and just be you.
**What is Broadway Backwards?:** It's when you sing a song from a show that you would not be able to sing. A guy doing a girl song or a child singing an adult song. Something fun. HOWEVER, you can sing any song you like from a show even if it doesn't fi the theme.
### š« What to Expect:
⢠š A warm, inclusive, community-minded environment
⢠š¹ Live piano accompaniment by the brilliant Gabriel QB
⢠š¤ A chance to perform your favourite MT number (or discover a new one!)
⢠š¶ Show tune sing-alongs that feel like instant friendship
⢠š Wildly talented performers + tons of encouragement and applause
⢠š¤ A place to meet new people, make friends, and belong
### ā° Event Flow
š**Doors Open and Sign Up:** 7:00pm
ā±ļø**Open Mic Starts:** 7:15pm
**š¤ Ends:** 10:00pm
šļø **Cover:** $10 cash and there will be no Meetup fee!
**Hosted By:** Mathew Mac Lean
**Piano Accompanist:** Gabriel Quenneville-BƩlair
**Meetup Spot:** Mathew will be inside hosting the event
**Please note:** **Please bring your own sheet music for the accompanist but we might also have your song.**
**Leaving time:** Any time you like. It should take about 2hrs.
**REMEMBER YOU CAN JUST SHOW UP OR JUST SHOW UP ON THE DAY OF IF YOU ARE NOT SURE YOU CAN MAKE IT.**
**NOTE:** Sometimes things happen and I might have to cancel so please keep a look out for that!
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### š„ **About the Group**
This event is open to everyone ā single, not single, shy, social, new in town or a long-time local. We're a group for people who love movies *and* making real connections. We also do walks, hikes, restaurants, arts & culture ā come be part of it!
š¬ **Organized by:** Mathew
š§ Questions? Reach out: **torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com**
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**Mark Your Calendar:**
Next Open Mic ā **Friday, April 17th, 2026**š¶āØ
Writing and Publishing Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
Saturday Writing Meetup ā near Bloor-Yonge
\*\*NOTE: This meetup currently lacks a regular host. (The current hosts are volunteers for online organizational purposes; they show up in person occasionally.) If you arrive and there is no host, donāt worry. Whoever is the longest-running member (or whoever wants to) can set the timer for the writing session. In this way, the meetup is self-sustaining, and not dependent on any one person. Thanks for your understanding.\*\*
Join us for an hour of quiet writing, followed by an hour of (optional) socializing.
\*\*SILENT WRITING BEGINS AT 1:15 PM. IF YOU'RE LATE, WELCOME! WE WILL IGNORE YOU (BECAUSE WE'RE BUSY WRITING) UNTIL 2:15 PM.\*\*
This meetup is open to everyone, whether youāre writing a novel, blog, class paper, or journal entryāor something completely different. Anyone interested is welcome to attend :)
LOCATION:
5 Elements Cafe, basement level
RSVP:
Please be advised that seating is first-come, first-served, even if you have RSVP'd. Seats are not reserved and we can't control how many other people are in the cafe.
We recommend coming down to the basement to grab a spot before you buy anything, just in case.
SCHEDULE:
1:00 to 1:15 PM: Arrive and get settled in.
1:15 to 2:15 PM: Write in silence for an hour.
\*\*If you arrive after 1:15, please silently find your own place to sit. We'll welcome you to join the group at 2:15.\*\*
2:15 PM: Introduce yourself.
We'll go in a circle; just say your name and 1ā2 sentences about what you're writing.
(E.g., "I'm Rudolph and I'm writing a non-fiction book about reindeer.")
2:20 PM onwards: Chill/leave.
Chat, hang out, keep writing if you want, leave whenever.
In-Person Writing Sprints
Struggling with motivation and focus as you hammer away on your manuscript at home? Want to join a community of writers as we embrace the joys and pains (mostly pains) of writing together?
Bring your laptop, pen & paper, old-school typewriter, or futuristic writing gadget, and join an enthusiastic community of science fiction and fantasy writers as we work on our current projects in the same space. The format will be similar to our online writing sprints: 30-minute blocks of focused, quiet writing time (the sprints), interspersed with breaks where we can chat, ask questions, and share our writing experiences.
Shut Up & Write ā West Queen West (1.5 hours)
Come join us at the lovely, well-lit, and cozy Theatre Centre Cafe for an hour and a half of silent writing (on whatever writing projects you will)! After silent writing is done, feel free to stay and chat or go as you please.
If you are late you are welcome to join us (quietly and not disruptively).
Please note this is a casual event, and we will NOT be critiquing each otherās work.
**Other Important Details:**
WiFi name/password: #TheTheatreCentre (no password, open access)
Travel / Parking info: There is paid street parking as well as Green P underground parking located at 45 Abell St (2 mins walk from the venue)
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Venue Guidelines: Please thank our hosts by purchasing something.
Sunday Shut Up & Write!Ā® in Sheppard-Yonge
We are now at **Yonge Sheppard Centre** in the **food court** near **Dazzle Mi**. We start a bit past 1pm, so if you're late, please find a seat and start writing -- we'd love to hear about your story or your day -- afterwards. :)
**Coworking for writers in your area!**
Join us for some focused writing time. All writers and all experience levels are welcome and donāt 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, grab a drink, and get your writing tools ready. Once youāre all settled, take some time to chat with your fellow writers. Once everyoneās arrived, I will lead quick introductions and then set the timer for our quiet and focused writing session.
Afterward, weāll have time to chat and get to know each other. We often talk about our successes and challenges as writers. If you donāt have time to stick around, no worries!
**A note about the format**
We donāt 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://shutupwrite.com)
**Travel / Parking info:**
Public Transit:
1. Take the TTC subway to Sheppard-Yonge Station.
2. Use the Yonge St. Sheppard Ave exit
**Driving & Parking:**
Parking Entrance to Yonge Sheppard Centre is located on Greenfield Avenue and Doris Avenue. Accessible parking is available on P1, P3 and Concourse. Be sure to check for parking limits or fees.
**Location:**
We gather around the tables in the food court near **Dazzel Mi**. If you spot a group of people with laptops out, thatās probably us!
**RSVP:**
Please do RSVP. But be advised that seating is first-come, first-served, even if you have RSVP'd. Seats are not reserved and we can't control how many other people are in the cafe.
**SCHEDULE:**
12:45 to 1:15 PM: Arrive and get settled in -- come in early if you want to get lunch.
1:15 to 2:15 PM: Write in silence for an hour.
\*\*If you arrive after 1:15, please silently find your own place to sit. We'll welcome you to join the group at 2:15.\*\*
2:15 PM: Introduce yourself. We'll go in a circle; just say your name and 1ā2 sentences about what you're writing.
(E.g., "I'm Rudolph and I'm writing a non-fiction book about red-nosed reindeer.")
2:20 PM onwards: Chat, hang out, keep writing if you want, leave whenever.
TABLE READS + Story Craft & Drinks
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We're getting together with Writers and Actors to read full scripts, and give feedback. Discussions on the craft of good storytelling are a big part of the evening.
We sometimes 'break' stories with writers - arming them with index cards, working with them to identify key moments in their script, sharpen character objectives, and seek greater conflict to increase stakes in the story.
Our goal is to incubate new work, and help writers take their script to the next draft (and beyond).
If you would like to have your script read, or 'break' your story idea with the room, please message Jarrett Rusnak.
Beer, wine, and snacks will be served. Afterwards, the guitar will be passed around and we'll regale each other with song.
We request a small PWYC to cover expenses.
Silent Bookclub Meeting #64
The next event is happening on Saturday March 21 at 2:30PM at Danu Social House!
Please RSVP if you're planning on coming so we can plan appropriately!
Writing and Publishing Events Near You
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Shut Up & Write!Ā® East Side Columbus
Join us for an hour of writing! Weāve discovered that itās strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if itās true for you at 7:00pm on Wednesday, March 25 at Streetlight Guild.
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 before and after the writing hour. 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 Streetlight Guild!
**WHAT SHOULD I BRING?**
Whatever you need to be able to write! You're welcome to 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.
* **WIFI/OUTLETS:** Outlets are limited, so please ensure your devices are charged when you come! But Streetlight Guild does have free WiFi! Yay!
* **PARKING:** There is free public parking at Streetlight Guild.
Shut Up & Write!Ā® Easton Town Center
We'll meet at The Capital One CafƩ, 167 Easton Town Center, Space A-103. This is in the main mall where the Microsoft store used to be, on your left if you're standing at the bottom of the AMC Theater escalator.
Join us on Sunday for an hour of uninterrupted wordmaking!
⢠What we'll do
Join us for an hour of writing! Weāve discovered that itās strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if itās true for you at noon on Sundays.
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:
12:00 - quick intros.
12:10 - timer starts: write for 1 hour.
1:10 - chat / take off / keep writing.
OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens at 1-1:30ish. 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, then check-in with me after the session. If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer.
Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you!
⢠What to bring
Whatever you need to be able to write!
Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block noise or the occasional conversation by other patrons. Electrical outlets are limited, so charge your devices before whenever possible.
See you at The CafƩ on Sunday!
Shut Up & Write!⢠Easton Town Center
We'll meet at The Capital One CafƩ, 167 Easton Town Center, Space A-103. This is in the main mall where the Microsoft store used to be, on your left if you're standing at the bottom of the AMC Theater escalator.
Join us on Saturday for an hour of uninterrupted wordmaking!
⢠What we'll do
Join us for an hour of writing! Weāve discovered that itās strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if itās true for you at 10AM on Saturday mornings.
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:
10:00 - SESSION 1: quick intros.
10:10 - timer starts: write for 1 hour.
11:10 - chat / take off / keep writing.
OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens at 11A-11:30ish. 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, then check-in with me after the session. (Iāll be the person with the Shut Up & Write! sign.) If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer.
Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you!
⢠What to bring
Whatever you need to be able to write!
Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block noise or the occasional conversation by other patrons. Electrical outlets are limited, so charge your devices before whenever possible.
See you at The CafƩ on Saturday!
Shut Up & Write! Kingsdale Shopping Center
Greetings writers! Come down and join your fellow wordsmiths for one hour of uninterrupted writing time in the upper level of the Market District Supermarket in Upper Arlington.
The main entrance of the shopping center opens onto stairs/elevator leading up to the 2nd floor cafe section where we will have a table displaying a sign with the Shut Up & Write logo.
Writing is largely a solitary craft. Practicing with others in a community setting may be the thing you need to fire your own routine.
Weāll meet on Wednesday evenings, starting the clock at 6:30, following a brief period of introductions. This is solid writing time and all inclusive. Any project is acceptable, be it fiction, non -fiction, work or homework assignment. All is welcome and will remain private to you.
The market boasts a Starbucks, a full service bar and various affordable food options. Parking is plentiful, free Wifi is provided as well as outlets for charging your devices, though they are somewhat limited, so plan accordingly.
Show up as early as you like, or stay late. This group tends to socialize some, both before and after the alloted time, but this is not mandatory to you. Feel free to come and go as you please and late arrivals are welcome.
The cafe may be noisy on occasion so headphones/ earbuds are reccommended as you see fit.
Please try to RSVP if possible so that we may grab enough seats for allāthe venue can be busy at times.
Feel free to message me privately wth any questions and/ or concerns you may have.
Happy writing!
Sip & Read: *Founder Edition* Meetup: Book/Venue TBD
Calling all founders, CEOs, lawyers, doctors, and entrepreneurs to join our special *Founder Edition* of Sip & Read meetup event. Let's sip on fine wine and discuss our first book **The 5AM Club- Own Your Morning Elevate Your Life, by Robin Sharma**. We will pair this book with our favorite wine at **Wine on High** and engage in thought-provoking discussions on startup businesses and entrepreneurship, and network with like-minded individuals in a cozy book club setting.
Come prepared to discuss this month's book. At the end of each book club meeting, we will take next book and venue suggestions from the participants for the next meeting.
Whether you are a book lover, women entrepreneur, or a content creator, this event is perfect for sharing ideas and insights with other funders and founders in the entrepreneurial world. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to connect, learn, and grow together. Sign up now to reserve your spot!
*Fun fact! This meetup was established in 2015 and had over 1,000 members. I had to shut down operations while attending law school, but we're back!!*
Monthly Meet Up (The Fifth Season)
This month weāll be ready The Fifth Season by NK Jemisin. Feel free to come even if you donāt finish the bookk!





























