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Yarn club | HEINMA studio Clapham

We stitch, we yap, and drink tea. Welcome to Yarn Club at HEINMA Studio, where yarn stashes grow and somehow we spend more time chatting than counting stitches. Knitters, crocheters, beginners, serial project abandoners and people who just really like yarn are all welcome. Bring your current obsession, grab a cuppa and come find your people. We have tea, biscuits, and someone always brings more snacks for sharing.

Out of Auto - Beginners / Refreshers

PUT AN END TO AUTO! Learn to use your camera properly and get the shots you want by choice and not by accident! Attending this small group workshop will give you a strong understanding of the essentials needed to get the results you're looking for. This session will include theory and practical exercises so that by the end of this session you will feel confident that you'll know how to get the best out of your camera. THIS IS THE END OF AUTO! WHAT YOU WILL LEARN: * The important dials and buttons on your camera * Exposure triangle: Aperture, Shutter Speed and ISO * Focusing * Histogram * White Balance * Depth of Field * Metering * And much more... **PAYMENT OPTIONS** * **PayPal via RSVP** * The Meetup transaction fee will be added. and you'll automatically be added to attend * **Send £30 via PayPal** to \*\*[creativebeansproductions@gmail.com**](http://creativebeansproductions@gmail.com%2A%2A/) with no extra fee. * Send us a text or comment below and we will add you to the event attendee list. EXPERIENCE Beginners / Refreshers EQUIPMENT * Any camera * Any lens OTHER ESSENTIALS * A fun and experimental attitude! TRAVEL As usual check TFL website for any issues that may delay your journey. CONTACT Alex 07956 264049 **TRAVEL WEEKENDS** **VALENCIA - Jan 2027** **[https://www.meetup.com/londonphotographicopa/events/315327518/edit/](https://www.meetup.com/londonphotographicopa/events/315327518/edit/)** **AMSTERDAY - Apr 2027** **[https://www.meetup.com/londonphotographicopa/events/316453758/](https://www.meetup.com/londonphotographicopa/events/316453758/)** **MONTHLY EVENTS** **[www.meetup.com/londonphotographicopa/events](http://www.meetup.com/londonphotographicopa/events)**

London Amateur Piano meetup #81

A Sci Fi/Fantasy “Open Mic” Night

Join us for a relaxed and inspiring evening of storytelling! At this Open Mic Night, sci-fi and fantasy writers will share 5–10 minutes of their work—whether it’s a draft in progress or a polished piece. After everyone has read, **the audience will vote for one writer to take home a £20 Amazon Gift Card!** **You don’t have to read to attend**. If you’d rather just listen, support your fellow writers, and soak up the creativity, that’s absolutely welcome. This is a friendly, low-pressure environment for both readers and listeners. All we ask is that you please support the venue by buying drinks and snacks! **Want to read? We need at least 4 readers (maximum 6) for the event to go ahead. To sign up please join our WhatsApp group and look out for the call for readers in the main chat a few weeks before the event.** Come along, grab a drink, and let’s celebrate sci-fi and fantasy storytelling together!

Theatre Trip: The Arabian Nights at New Wimbledon Studio

🗣️ Arabic Practice Circle: Social & Structured Session

A regular meetup for those committed to practising and improving their Arabic. It is designed for those who know the very basics and want a structured opportunity to practise reading, listening, speaking, and building confidence. If you're still learning the very basics but want some motivation to keep going, you're very welcome to join. Note: This is a practice group facilitated by a native speaker - not a formal teacher or taught class, and not a Quran teaching session. 📚 SESSION FORMAT: ⏱️ 30 mins Intro & Social: We'll go around and introduce ourselves in Arabic. Feel free to prepare 2-3 sentences beforehand if you don't like being put on the spot! 🗣️ 60 mins Structured Practice: A focused session practising together with guidance : ◾ Taking turns reading passages aloud ◾ Listening to excerpts from an audiobook ◾ Working together to translate and understand the text 💬 Continued Socialising: Feel free to stick around afterwards for more informal chat and connection. ✊ Note: Active Muslims is equally about focusing on the actual activity, in this case, it is a practice session requiring mental engagement and active participation (and not just a social), therefore it is advised to approach and attend these events with that mindset, intention and purpose. 📍 LOCATION: Kismet Café ⏱️ TIME: Meet from **11:00am** for intros and socialising. The practice session starts promptly at **11:30am** insha'Allah. 🎒 What to bring: 📚 Any Arabic texts you would like to read 🎧 Headphones (optional, if you prefer listening privately) ➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖ If you can no longer attend, please update your RSVP to free up your spot for someone on the waiting list. ➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖➖ 🌐 **[@Active.Muslims](https://www.instagram.com/active.muslims)** *(Follow for latest events updates)*

Amateur Drama Classes

Join me for a fun Drama class every Wednesday evening from 6:30 pm- 8:30pm at the Omnibus Theatre in Clapham Common. Acting helps with confidence and awareness. In a fun and relaxed atmosphere, you will meet new people and learn all about Acting. No experience is needed. We'll do relaxation exercises, games, improvisations, storytelling, and a bit later on we'll start working on character and text. The year ends with an exciting Showcase where friends and family come and see how all your hard work has paid off :) £10 pounds for the trial class to be paid before or after class. Different payment options if you decide to join. In order to reserve a place, please contact me at catherine@thebrightdaycompany.net. For more info: https://www.thebrightdaycompany.net/about I look forward to seeing you!

CV FREQS - Creative Saturday / Ghost in the Shell / Live Scoring / Open Jam

The **[CV FREQS](https://cv-freqs.com)** community had such an amazing time at **[The Foundry Collective](https://www.thefoundrycollective.org?utm_source=cv-freqs-meetup)** last month, and we've been invited back there on **Sat 14th November 2pm-11pm**, as part of a **Creative Saturday** mini-festival with two other great communities: **[New Media London](https://www.instagram.com/newmedia.ldn/)** and **[Algorave](https://www.instagram.com/algorave)**! ​From creative workshops and collaborative filmmaking to live film scoring and audiovisual performances, we're bringing together visual artists, filmmakers, live coders, modular synth musicians, creators and curious minds for a day of making, sharing and connecting. Tickets via **[Luma](https://luma.com/fk74v9v4?utm_source=cv-freqs-meetup)** are required for entry to the workshops and live scoring at 3pm. From 8pm (free!) the stage will open up for live collaborations and an open jam. Sign-ups on this meetup page will just be for 8pm onwards to manage tables, etc. You must purchase a ticket here for the first part: **[https://luma.com/fk74v9v4?utm_source=cv-freqs-meetup](https://luma.com/fk74v9v4?utm_source=cv-freqs-meetup)** For the open AV jam, bring your modular rack, semi-modular, synths, drum machines, and DIY gear. We'll have extension leads and audio cables to hook up to the main soundboard, but don't forget your headphones! Everyone at all levels is welcomed and this event is open to those who are not into modular (yet!). **Programme** **​14:00 - Doors Open** ​Come in, meet fellow creatives and get ready for an afternoon of experimentation. **14:30 - 15:00 -** **Building Your Instagram Profile as an Artist** ​Workshop with **[CHΛU](https://www.instagram.com/chau_av/?utm_source=cv-freqs-meetup)**[ ](https://www.instagram.com/chau_av/?utm_source=cv-freqs-meetup)- **New Media London** ​Explore how to develop your artistic identity on Instagram, build a cohesive visual portfolio and showcase your creative work authentically. **15:15 - 16:00 - Collaboration Stop Motion x TouchDesigner** Creative workshop with **[Emma Rose Harvey](https://www.instagram.com/ermenstudio)** Explore the intersection of analogue creativity and digital art in this hands-on, collaborative workshop! Participants will collectively create a stop-motion animation using paper cut-outs, shapes, magazine clippings and other materials. Each person will contribute small changes to an evolving composition, with every stage captured through photography. The resulting images will then be brought to life in **TouchDesigner**, transformed into an experimental film with layered visual effects and potentially interactive elements responding to sound or movement. No prior experience needed - just curiosity and a willingness to experiment! **15:15 - 16:00 - Interactive Demo - TSR-1** Interactive installation by **[STEREA](https://www.instagram.com/sterea__/)** Experience **TSR-1**, an interactive audiovisual system developed by **[STEREA](https://www.instagram.com/sterea__/)** that lets you control music using your hands, with real-time visuals responding to your movements and projected onto the walls. Previously showcased as a public installation at **Starving Billionaires**, **Grey Space in The Hague**, TSR-1 invites audiences to explore the connection between movement, sound and visuals. Join **STEREA** for a live demonstration and get hands-on with the system! [Explore TSR-1](https://tsr01beta.netlify.app/index.html) **​15:15 – 16:00 \| Introduction to Live Coding \- Music x Visuals** Creative Workshop by **[Miki](https://www.instagram.com/the.perambulator)** (aka the Perambulator) Curious about live coding? Join Miki for a beginner-friendly introduction to creating music and visuals through code! Explore creative tools such as **Auwen**, **Strudel** and **Hydra**, and discover how simple lines of code can generate electronic sounds, rhythms and real-time visuals. No coding or music experience required - just bring your curiosity and get ready to experiment! 💻 **Please bring your own laptop to participate in this hands-on workshop.** An accessible introduction to the world of live coding, open to everyone! ​ **​16:15 – 20:00 \| Live Scoring: Ghost in the Shell** ​Experience *Ghost in the Shell* through a new audiovisual perspective. ​Musicians and visual artists will collaborate to reinterpret selected scenes from this iconic animated film through live sound and visuals. ​Featuring live coding, modular synthesis, experimental sound design and real-time visual performances. ​Each artist or collaboration will bring their own interpretation, creating a unique collective cinematic experience. **ARTIST LINEUP** 🎶 **AUDIO** [@syntel8_](https://www.instagram.com/syntel8_/) [@pipipriiii](https://www.instagram.com/pipipriiii/) [@harry.f.w](https://www.instagram.com/harry.f.w/) [@arrddon](https://www.instagram.com/arrddon/) x @t_isnotfortalk_ [@tankengine04](https://www.instagram.com/tankengine04/) [@quantumecho_](https://www.instagram.com/quantumecho_/) [@brokenatoms](https://www.instagram.com/brokenatoms/) [@juice_shuting](https://www.instagram.com/juice_shuting/) × [@santilowe](https://www.instagram.com/santilowe/) [@soundornoise](https://www.instagram.com/soundornoise/) [@frame_music_frame](https://www.instagram.com/frame_music_frame/) 🎨 **VISUALS** [@portal_.aura](https://www.instagram.com/portal_.aura/) [@smolskayanna](https://www.instagram.com/smolskayanna/) [@chau_av](https://www.instagram.com/chau_av/) [@hugh_again](https://www.instagram.com/hugh_again/) [@pashaa_rt](https://www.instagram.com/pashaa_rt/) [Sofya Rakitina](https://sofyarakitina.com/) ​ **Content Advisory** The *Ghost in the Shell* scenes selected for the live scoring session will not include nudity or graphic violence, making the experience accessible to younger audiences and those sensitive to such content. Visual artists have also been asked to follow these guidelines throughout the event. **​20:30 – 23:00 \| Open Jam \- Music × Visuals** ​An open audiovisual jamming session bringing together the Algorave London, CV FREQS and New Media London communities. Expect live coding, modular synths, experimental electronic music and live visuals. **Venue** **[The Foundry Collective](https://www.thefoundrycollective.org/)** is an amazing creative hub and community space supporting local artists and grassroots talent in North Acton, 5 mins walk from North Acton station (Central line) and 10 mins walk from Acton Main Line station (Elizabeth line). They have a kitchen and bar onsite. Please show your support to them! **Important disclaimer** We will be sharing a public space with others at the The Foundry Collective community. **By attending this meetup, you agree that CV FREQS CIC, LMS meetup organisers, Algorave, New Media London, and The Foundry Collective are not responsible for any lost, stolen, or damaged equipment.** Attendees are solely responsible for setting up, monitoring, and supervising their own gear at all times. Please look out for each other and handle other people's instruments only with their explicit permission, and use power connections at your own risk. **Accessibility** We'll be at the ground floor at the same level as the door entrance. The event will have loud sounds, flashing visuals and strobe lighting.

Practice English with natives and language exchange

Feedback session in New Cross (message GRAIG for location.)

*Please ensure that you have READ THE SUBMISSIONS before attending the session. Contact Graig in advance for the submissions document and the exact location in NEW CROSS.* This session will focus on FEEDBACK for members' writing. We ask that people attend two meetings before submitting their own work. Read, read, read- and be ready to give thoughtful and detailed feedback at our meeting! We aim to finish at 10 each session, but several of us will often continue to socialise with a drink or two.

🔭NASA Confirms Life on Mars: View With Wine, Music & Telescopes ☾P Date☽🪐

If you're looking for sensational headlines - this group is defo not for you! But seriously - do you look up and marvel with insatiable curiosity at both the beauty and the wonder of the **universe?** How it began, our place in it, how life evolved and where else in the cosmos other non-microbial life might live (99% of stars have exoplanets orbiting - some similar to Earth )? And nah I didn't make it up - unless you live in hibernation or have zero idea about our greatest endeavours - you'll know **NASA really did find the best evidence to date of ancient life on Mars.** This follows scientific verification of the biological signatures of microbe life discovered on Venus a few years ago So we'll defo take a look at the red planet as well the majestic rings of **Saturn** and it's potential life harbouring moon, the international space station, Tau Ceti star with **2 Earth like planets** orbiting in the habitable zone, remnants of **supernova** witnessed by our early ancestors plus a range of other fascinating celestial wonderments (comets, star systems, **galaxies**) over drinks and engaging chats and banter this Sept fully hosted by me - a passionate amateur astronomer and former global Reuters journalist covering cutting edge big picture science related stories. In between observing - we'll have **drinks and engaging chats** on all astronomy related topics for those inclined (Astrobiology, SETI/Femi Paradox, cosmology, space exploration, exoplanetology, astrophysics etc) as well as non space chatter and banter too. No doubt I'll hear the usual jokes we've all heard hundreds of times before! If those don't make you laugh, then my impersonation of Los Angeles ET will! 👽 **====Free Astronomy Club =====** Over the years we have enjoyed numerous social evenings of stargazing and thought provoking chatter with people of all ages and varying levels of astronomy knowledge - so complete beginners that are genuinely curious about the universe are very welcome. If you are just looking to meet generic randoms that you have nothing in common with / share passio**ns** then there are other groups that easily cater for that. The world renowed **BBC Television Sky at Night** also attended our events pre covid and interviewed some of us for it's show that aired on BBC1 in Feb 2019. BBC **Radio London** (94.9 FM / digital) were there Aug 2023 to cover our meteor shower event broadcasting live to millions of Londoners for 3 hours You don't need a telescope as you will be able to view through scopes belonging to me and other club members (as long as you behave responsibly and don't temper with expensive equipment). If you have your own telescope/binoculars feel free to bring along and I can help you setting it up if you're a newbie. **====ITINERARY=====** We will meet outside Camden Station. After a short wait for anyone delayed, I will escort everyone to our observation point in the park about 15-20 minutes walk away and brief you in terms of what to expect, observing etiquette, tips, equipment handling and take any questions you have - weather general or astronomy/cosmology related. **After Drinks:** on work nights - unless I have a important 9AM deadline for a client presentation or something - most of us usually head our way back to Camden for another drink till about 1am - yes even on a skool night. I will annouce the pub to all on the walk back. **===What Can You Expect To See (this time of year)? ====** * Orion Nebula * Jupiter and 4 moons * Meteors * Andromedia Galaxy * Saturn, rings & moon * Star clusters such as the Pleiades & Owl Cluster etc * International Space station fly by * Venus & Mercury * Binary & tripple star systems (think planet *Tatooine in* Starwars!), * Neptune * Uranuus * Mars * Our moon * A look towards the galactic centre where that supermassive £22b black hole sits (Sagittarius A) More here from Jodrell Bank Observatory/Astrophysics Centre: [http://www.jb.man.ac.uk/astronomy/nightsky/](http://www.jb.man.ac.uk/astronomy/nightsky/) Guide to viewing the cosmos for beginners: [https://phys.org/news/2018-05-universe-distant-starstips-cosmology-backyard.html#jCp](https://phys.org/news/2018-05-universe-distant-starstips-cosmology-backyard.html#jCp) **===Weather Dependent=====** The event is subject to clear skies forecasts on the night so if on the actual afternoon of the event the weather forecasts looks unsuitable beyond doubt then I will postpone so please check the event status on the day of the event . If this event is still listed here at 5PM on the day, it will be going ahead at the designated day and time! Happy Stargazing Lucas Skywalker (Amateur Musical Astronomer)

Między prawdą a fałszem - spotkanie klubu Polish Your Polish

Drodzy Członkowie Toastmasters i Szanowni Goście, Mamy zaszczyt zaprosić Was na nasze najnowsze spotkanie, które poświęcone będzie fascynującemu tematowi "Między prawdą a fałszem". W dobie informacji, w której jesteśmy zanurzeni, niezwykle ważne jest zastanowienie się nad tym, czym dla nas jest prawda i jak radzimy sobie z fałszem. Czym jest prawda? Jak ją postrzegamy i rozumiemy w naszym codziennym życiu? Czy w dobie internetu, mediów społecznościowych i łatwo dostępnej informacji prawda utraciła swoją wagę? To tylko niektóre z pytań, które będziemy razem zgłębiać na tym spotkaniu. Będziemy mieć okazję słuchać prezentacji na temat manipulacji informacją, rozpoznawania kłamstw oraz tego, jak dbać o naszą wiarygodność i prawdę. Chcemy zastanowić się nad znaczeniem etyki w przekazywaniu informacji i jakie wartości prowadzą nas w tym procesie. Przygotujcie się na inspirujące wystąpienia, ciekawe dyskusje i refleksje nad tym, jak możemy być bardziej odpowiedzialnymi konsumentami informacji oraz lepszymi komunikatorami. Niech to spotkanie będzie okazją do zastanowienia się nad naszym podejściem do prawdy i jak możemy przyczynić się do tworzenia bardziej uczciwego i wiarygodnego świata. Zapraszamy Was serdecznie na spotkanie "Między prawdą a fałszem". To będzie wieczór pełen mądrych refleksji i praktycznych wskazówek. Czekamy na Was gotowi do ciekawej dyskusji! Jeśli jednak wolisz uczestniczyć online, to będzie też możliwość uczestniczenia przez ZOOM: [https://zoom.us/j/114852430](https://zoom.us/j/114852430) Więcej informacji o klubie na naszej stronie: http://www.polishyourpolish.org.uk/ www.facebook.com/pyplondon www.instagram.com/polishyourpolishlondon www.linkedin.com/company/polish-your-polish-toastmasters Strona Ogniska Polskiego: [www.ogniskopolskie.org.uk](http://www.ogniskopolskie.org.uk/)