Clothing Swaps London

👗 Women’s Clothing Swap — Bring a Friend +1 🌿

A small, relaxed afternoon for women to swap clothes, meet new people and enjoy good company over tea. ☕️✨ Bring **at least 3 clean clothes in good condition** that you no longer wear and give them a new home. Swap, chat, enjoy some tea and meet new people in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. 👗 Women-only clothing swap 🤝 Meet new people & make new connections ☕ Tea, food & drinks 🌿 Private garden in East London 💬 Relaxed, friendly and pressure-free vibes **Bring a friend +1 — your friend comes FREE!** 💕 Please bring only **clean clothes in good condition**. 💷 **£10 contribution** to cover food, drinks and hosting costs. 📅 **27 September** ☕ **Tea time** 📍 **Private location in East London — location will be shared privately with confirmed participants.** If it rains, we'll move inside to the living room. 🌧️🏡 **Good vibes, clothes swapping and new connections. 🌸**

Microsoft Copilot and Cloud User Group

Please use this link to register (required for entry to the building) [Microsoft 365 Community Events & Webinars | Empowering.Cloud](https://empowering.cloud/events/#calendar-d7a77474-9815-456d-b438-0901a8f0a1a7-event-743d5146-1de1-4c34-9a53-728766a77aea) A quarterly, in-person **London** user group bringing together Power Users, IT Pros, Adoption Specialists, and anyone curious about Microsoft 365 Copilot, Microsoft 365, and related technologies. We'll start with an afternoon hands-on workshop before the usual evening session. **15:00-17:00 - Practical workshop: bring your Copilot problems** A free-form "fix it together" session. Bring your wider Copilot issues or specific agent problems and we'll work through them as a group, covering agent basics where useful. **18:00-18:30 - Copilot news and updates** [Ben Lee](https://www.linkedin.com/in/benleeuk/), Microsoft MVP and Head Nerd at N-able, [Lyndsay Ansell](https://www.linkedin.com/in/lyndsaya/), Community Manager at Empowering.Cloud, and [Rob Quickenden](https://www.linkedin.com/in/rquickenden/), Chief Technology Officer at Cisilion and Microsoft MVP, will cover the latest Copilot need-to-know news. **18:30-19:00 - Copilot, Cowork, auto and costs** A discussion-led look at a real-world conundrum: Copilot and Cowork consumption and credits, model selection, what "auto" actually means, cost versus model quality, whether you really need the newest model for every task, and the governance challenge of controlling model use. **19:00-19:45 - Centrica's Copilot adoption journey** [Bill Compton](https://www.linkedin.com/in/lox333/), Head of Digital Adoption at Centrica, will share how Centrica has run its Copilot adoption, the initiatives they've run, how it has grown, and the lessons they've learnt.Come to share your Copilot knowledge, learn from others, and network with other community members. (And yes, there will be snacks...) This is an in-person event, make sure you register on this link to save your spot [Microsoft 365 Community Events & Webinars | Empowering.Cloud](https://empowering.cloud/events/#calendar-d7a77474-9815-456d-b438-0901a8f0a1a7-event-743d5146-1de1-4c34-9a53-728766a77aea)

Book Swap Meetup 📚📚📚

Basic Ideas: 🌞 📚☕ Any books sitting there collecting dust? Some holiday gifts? Or it’s a book that has changed your life that you want to share? Feel free to bring book(s) to discuss or swap, we usually have more books than people in the end, so feel free to pop along just to have a chat as well. Aiming for every 4 weeks book swap meetup. Note: The event is free to attend, so the only cost for you will only be buying a drink at the location, so coffee/tea/beer etc.

🌅Messy Is Welcome – Last Summer Session 🌅🎨 Sunset Painting Session #5

🎨**Messy Is Welcome – Last Summer Session 🌅🎨** **Sunset Painting Session #5** A gentle creative space with no pressure to perform. Join us on 25/09 for an evening of painting, music, sunset and quiet company in East London. This isn't an art class — there's no need to be good at drawing or painting. You can chat, stay quiet, create freely, listen to music or simply enjoy being in the space as you are. Bring: 🧺 A blanket 🍓 Food or snacks (if you'd like) 🎶 Your favourite songs or playlists to share ✨ Good vibes, relaxation and optional socialising to gently start the weekend and take a break from work pressures. **Everyone is welcome** — beginners, overthinkers, quiet people, curious people and anyone looking for a softer, more human way to connect locally. A £8 donation is kindly requested to cover materials (cash or bank transfer accepted). 📍 East London (exact location shared after booking) Messy sketches, unfinished paintings and quiet company are always welcome. Follow @**messyiswelcome** for updates and future sessions.

Book shop exploring (Liverpool Street → Brick Lane)

In the digital age💻📡📱, do you still like getting a physical book to read? Where do you buy them? Amazon? Waterstone? Blackstone? How about join us for a bookshop crawl, let's try to find some hidden gems of independent bookshops. (Or just tag along for a chat😁) Don't worry, it's not a marathon, don't feel under any obligation to finish all the bookshops. The two hour time is just a guidance, some shops take longer and some are less. If you ever want to stay in one shop for longer (I know, been there, done that😂) feel free to do so, you can join us at other shops. (See itinerary below) Disclaimer: I am not affiliated with any of the shops, so you are not obliged to buy any books, just get whatever you like. *** 📚💃🏼 📖💃🏿☕️ ITINERARY ☕️💃🏾🍷💃🏻🍴📚 We will all meet outside the Liverpool Street Station at street level. Don't worry if you are late, join us in along the walks. Then the tour shall begin! 1: Libreria Bookshop Address: 65 Hanbury St, London E1 5JP 2: Books Iconica Address: The Tea Rooms Old Truman Brewery, 91 Brick Ln, London E1 6QL 3: Brick Lane Bookshop Address: 166 Brick Ln, London E1 6RU *** Wow, you made it, hopefully you have found some books that will make you happy🎈🎉✨. For people who likes to have more socials or talk more about books (or just to show off your purchases😆), we can find some place for a cup of coffee or a late lunch. *** Google map link for the bookshops: (Not ready yet, will update in the future)

Balancers Community Volunteering - Clothing Distribution

Hi Balancers, We believe community is about more than meeting new people. It's also about showing up for those who need support. As part of our ongoing partnership with Refugee Community Kitchen, we're inviting you to join us for a different kind of volunteering session. This time, we’re joining **Refugee Community Kitchen (RCK)** at their Goodge Street service to provide essential clothing to people who need it. 👕 **HOW IT WORKS** We’ll meet at **6:00 PM in front of the Dominion Theatre**. From there, we’ll cross the road to Primark and split into small groups. Each group will be given a few essential clothing items to find and buy. Once we’re done, we’ll walk about **5 minutes to Goodge Street**, join the RCK service and distribute the clothing while their team serves food. ♻️ **HAVE CLOTHES YOU DON’T USE ANYMORE?** You’re also welcome to bring a **small amount of clean, good-condition clothing** that you no longer use and would be happy to donate. Please only bring a few items, as we have **very limited storage space** and may not be able to take large bags of clothes. **🍻 AFTER VOLUNTEERING** For anyone who wants to stick around, we’ll head to a nearby pub for a drink after the session. A chance to relax, chat and get to know each other a little better. 💷 **CHIPPING IN** We’ll collect contributions from the group and use the full amount to buy the clothing that evening. If you can, **bring some cash** — but there’s absolutely no pressure to contribute much. Even **£1 helps**, and you’re just as welcome to volunteer regardless of how much you contribute. 💬 **Join our Volunteer WhatsApp group for updates and coordination:** [https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hzm7P7Tr0QD92MnwmpHTVK?s=cl&p=a&ilr=1](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hzm7P7Tr0QD92MnwmpHTVK?s=cl&p=a&ilr=1) 🤝 **NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED** We’ll explain everything on the day. Just bring yourself and be ready to help. **Good to know:** 📍 Meet: In front of the Dominion Theatre ⏰ 6:00 PM 👕 Primark is directly across the road 🚶 Goodge Street is around 5 minutes away As always, Respect, Kindness and Authenticity come first. We’re there to support people with dignity and without judgment. Let’s keep showing what our community can do when we act with heart. See you there 💛

🪐✨ Girls Social at World Citizens + Fashion Swap 👜

👯 **Join London's best Girls' Night Out with World Citizens** **PLUS** **a special space to talk about fashion choices, sustainability and optionally swap clothes** 🌍✨We’ll be at a beautiful space for a night of real talk and better energy. Come solo or bring your bestie.. everyone’s a local here. No gatekeeping, just good vibes and spontaneous connections! **What to Expect** ✨ **The vibe:** a curated space for the girls.. locals and internationals in their 20s to 30s. 🎨 **The crowd:** early professionals, students & recent graduates. 💬 **The flow:** "girl talk", genuine connections, then we hit the after-party options! 📸 **The aesthetic:** High vibe venue / perfect for the 'gram and for making new besties! 🍸 We’ll start **indoors at a cozy venue** next to the map pin for conversations. Arrive early, that’s when the best chats happen! Optional music/after-party activities later on for those who want to continue. 💜 **We're** **100% free & volunteer-run, built for real connection.** ⏰ **Timing:** Arrive anytime from 7:30 PM. Most people stay until 11PM, then depending on the vibe and the crowd we head for after-party activities! 📍 **Location:** A reserved space in a beautiful venue in the Southbank area - check map details on the day. *Nearest stations: Blackfriars, Southwark* 💬 **Follow us on Instagram:** [@worldcitizenslondon](https://www.instagram.com/worldcitizenslondon/) 🧭 **Three Simple Guidelines** 1. Be respectful of everyone, including space and boundaries. 2. Come with a friendly, open attitude. 3. Don’t arrive intoxicated - this is a chill and respectful crowd. *** 🙋‍♀️ **Want to Help or Get Involved?** We’re always looking for warm, welcoming people to help greet newcomers and grow this special community. 📩 Ask the host or message "TP" if you’d like to get involved. 🌟 **Explore More** Love this vibe? We also run: * **Saturday Café in Kensington/Chelsea** ☕ - perfect for deeper chats over coffee * **Walks, museum visits & more** \- to discover London together\! Keep an eye on our main [World Citizens events page](https://www.meetup.com/worldcitizen/) for what’s coming up next. *** **DISCLAIMER:** We are a 100% volunteer-run team gathering in our personal time. Though we have high standards, all our activities are private and informal, so we are not liable for any damage or inconvenience, nor subject to any service expectations. However, we put a lot of care into maintaining a safe atmosphere and good energy: we vet and approve participants at our own discretion, prioritising trust, good vibes, and community alignment. We have zero tolerance for harassment and disruptive or predatory behaviour. Disregarding our team and processes may result in being declined or removed. We take photos and videos to steward our community, as well as stock photos from sites like Unsplash and Pexels, in line with GDPR. While our processes aren't perfect, we ask that you respect them while you participate and discuss any concerns with us privately and respectfully. By attending, you understand, agree with, and respect all terms of this disclaimer and any other instructions by our team.

FREE UPCYCLING AND TRANSFORMATION OF SECOND-HAND CLOTHING (IOD)

**\*FREE FOR MEMBERS, JOIN WHEN YOU ARRIVE!\*** Come and join us at the **Living Room Club Glengal Groove** on Fridays between 1 p.m. and 3 pm to upcycle second-hand clothes. We gather for creative transformation and upcycling of second-hand clothing items and materials to sell in our cafe. The income from this project supports our Homeless Project in Soho. For further information, please contact Neide on 07585560345

CLOTHES MAKING & ALTERING WORKSHOP

**Bookable via our website ➡️** [https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/clothes-making-altering-workshop-eve-6-11-weeks-2/](https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/events/clothes-making-altering-workshop-eve-6-11-weeks-2/) **⋆⋆⋆** Do you want to jump into making your own clothes but have never used a pattern? Do you wish to copy a beloved piece of clothing? Would you like to learn how to adjust your own pattern to fit just you? Learn how to take body measurements, read and alter a commercial pattern to fit, lay out and cut fabric and construct a finished garment to a high standard using one of our Janome 525s or Bernina 1008 series sewing machines. During the sessions of this small group of learners you will gain confidence and improve any sewing skills you already have. If you have never used a machine, we can guide you through making a simple garment from a purchased pattern. Bring your own pattern or use one of our small selection. If you have sewing experience but want to start creating your own patterns, you can learn how to create a bespoke piece of clothing. You can also bring a piece of clothing to alter or fix. We supply the basics and the calico you will use to make a ‘toile’ (an inexpensive mock up) to save you ruining your chosen final fabric. Along the way, talented tutor and seamstress will teach you lots of techniques and tips to ramp up your sewing passion. This is a perfect class if you have been teaching yourself so far, or if your last project was made a long time ago at school. **Suitable for:** Suitable for beginners, enjoyable for those with experience. A good level of English and basic math skills are useful. **Next start date:** Check our website for more dates: [https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/clothes-making-altering/](https://www.thegoodlifecentre.co.uk/clothes-making-altering/)

Devil Wears Prada 2

L Community Nights: Lesbian Social, London

L Community Nights is our monthly social for lesbian and bisexual women in London. Our first night sold out, so we're back for round two. **Tickets** £14. Advance booking only. Book your place: [thelcommunity.com/nights](https://thelcommunity.com/nights) **You won't be standing around on your own** Most women come on their own. There'll be hosts on the night who introduce people and keep things moving, so you won't be left wondering what to do. We expect around 50 women to attend. Women in our community range from their 20s to their 60s. A lot of them tell us they were nervous before their first one. You can arrive, get a drink, settle in, and just see how you feel. **Important** This is a female-only space for lesbian and bisexual women. That's the whole point of it and that boundary is upheld at every event. If that's not for you, this won't be the right night. **Finding us** The reservation is under the name Jenny. If you can't find us or feel unsure walking in, message on WhatsApp on +44 7591 386019 and someone will come out to meet you. **Staying connected** L Community is a free platform for lesbian and bisexual women, with a community timeline, member profiles, and a directory for housemates, services, and local recommendations. Once you join the app, you can post on the community timeline to let others know you're coming to the event and introduce yourself before the night. Join here: [thelcommunity.com/app](https://thelcommunity.com/app)

Friday night dinner @ Moi Soho

Hey ladies, Join me for a Friday night dinner in the heart of Soho at [Moi](https://moirestaurant.com/) with **30% off** the bill. Moi is all about Japanese food made with prime British ingredients in a beautiful setting. Afterwards we can head downstairs to check out the bar [Room 86](https://room86.co.uk/). Dressing up encouraged. Menu [here.](https://moirestaurant.com/cms/uploads/file/moi-restaurant-soho-food-menu.pdf) Please note £3 non-refundable RSVP fee. Hope to see you there.