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Ecstatic Celebration 'Hearth Prayer' (Kirtan,Soul Music,Kundalini,Dance)
Thu, Nov 5, 10:30 PM**Overview** Connect, Network & Build w/ Mature Spiritual Community while having fun & communing in kundalini kriya's, medicine music, kirtan, dance etc **✧ You Are Invited ✧** **Step into a space where your heart, spirit, and soul are nourished, inspired, and celebrated!** Join us on **Thursday, Nov 5th** for ***Meditation Meets Ecstatic Celebration "Hearth Prayer"***—a high-vibe, heart-centered event hosted by **The Soul Guided Network**. This is your chance to connect deeply with yourself, others, and a higher sense of belonging. The **Soul Guided Community Empowerment Network** provides a safe space for spiritual seekers to connect, share resources, and elevate their collective vibration. We believe in the power of community to heal and awaken, align with our purpose and highest potential, and deepen our spiritual practice. **Soul Guided** helps individuals do just that. Whether you're new or have been with us for a while, this evening is a chance to celebrate how far you've come on your journey. More than just a dance party, this is an opportunity to build community, network, and meet like-minded individuals whose visions align with yours. It’s an intimate gathering to connect on a deeper level and create lasting bonds. **Chris, Jennifer, and the Soul Guided Community** are excited to welcome you to an evening of connection, fun, and honoring of your growth. Experience a nourishing blend of ice breakers, meditation, kundalini yoga, kirtan, community sharing, and live medicine music. Be fully present with like-minded souls and leave feeling inspired and rejuvenated. This gathering is for those who are ready to step into a space where you are seen, heard, and valued for who you truly are—no pretenses, no judgment. It’s an invitation to celebrate the collective energy of a conscious tribe, and to co-create an experience that lifts us all. \*\*This is a sober, family friendly & substance-free event\* **𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐅𝐋𝐎𝐖** * **5:30 PM** – Eat Dinner, Chill, Mingle & Check out our Amazing Vendors * **6:30 PM** – Welcome & Grounding Meditation, Warm-Up, Kundalini Kriya's, Ice Breakers * **7:20 PM** – Community Connection & Sharing Circle * **7:40 PM** – Kirtan w/ Velvet Om * **8:40 PM** – Ecstatic Dance w/ Marcos * **9:15 PM** – Jeremy Legault Medicine Music * **9:45 PM** – Closing Soundbath & Gratitudes * **10:00 PM** – Departure *Timing is estimated and subject to change* **𝐕𝐄𝐍𝐃𝐎𝐑𝐒** From massage to energy healing to healthy delicious meals, snacks & drinks to body sprays, lotions and potions there will be plenty of goodness to be experienced from our community vendors. **𝐃𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍** w/ Authentic Indian Dinner Ticket (Vegan & Gluten Free) *Thai Red Curry (Tofu & Vegetables) + Rice or Daal + Rice* * \*\*$49\*\* – Super Early Bird (Until October 9th) * \*\*$54\*\* – Early Bird (Until October 29th) * \*\*$59\*\* – Regular (Until Nov 5th @ 5pm) * \*\*$70\*\* – At the Door **𝐃𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍** w/ Meal Not Included * \*\*$37\*\* – Super Early Bird (Until October 9th) * \*\*$42\*\* – Early Bird (Until October 29th) * \*\*$47\*\* – Regular (Until Nov 5th @ 5pm) * \*\*$55\*\* – At the Door \*If finances are an issue, please reach out to us via the email below and let us know what you can contribute. **𝐕𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐫 & 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐞** Want to be more infused in the creation of conscious community with those who feel like soul tribe? To volunteer, contribute or learn more about being on the Soul Guided Team, please reach out to us at: **soulguided@soulguidednetwork.com**. We can’t wait to connect and co-create with you! **𝐌𝐔𝐒𝐈𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐍𝐒** **Velvet Om:** is a transformative kirtan and medicine music band from the GTA in Toronto. Comprised of Madison Ryley on harmonium and vocals, VJ Bala on guitar and vocals, while often featuring multiple percussionists and other musical highlights like cello and flute. Velvet Om weaves together soulful sounds and healing vibrations. Over the past three years, they have graced festivals like Earthbeat (Previously Coming Home Festival) and Bumi festival. They have hosted kirtans across Toronto and its northern regions, creating a vibrant community around their music. As a newly formed band, Velvet Om is driven by a passion for medicine music and the belief that all music is healing. Their eclectic repertoire includes everything from the timeless melodies of The Beatles and the ethereal sounds of Enya to Spanish medicine music and the even ceremonial music. Velvet Om’s kirtans are unique in that they are also song ceremonies, offering a deeper, transformative experience. **Jeremy Legault:** A medicine music musician & professional music producer and mulit instrumentalist. Jeremy brings so much joy and class to the stage, in the way he invites everyone to sing and be apart of the incredible vibrations! **𝐃𝐉** **Marcos Mendosa:** As a DJ, Marcos creates immersive musical experiences that move people emotionally, physically, and energetically. Blending Afro House, melodic rhythms, and cinematic storytelling, he reads the room with precision and crafts journeys that transform a gathering into a shared experience. With a deep understanding of human emotion, performance, and connection, his sets are designed not just to entertain, but to inspire, elevate, and bring people together through music. **𝐇𝐎𝐒𝐓𝐒, 𝐅𝐀𝐂𝐈𝐋𝐈𝐓𝐀𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐒 & 𝐌𝐔𝐒𝐈𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐍𝐒** **Chris Dub**: An intuitive healer, kundalini yogi, and space holder, Chris guides people to live their best and most authentic lives through self-inquiry, plant medicine ceremonies, kundalini yoga, intuitive healing sessions & through intimate conscious gatherings. Having spent over 15 years on his spiritual path, honing his gifts and personal practice, Chris helps others align with their highest potential. Soul Guided is a vision he’s held for many years, and through his dedication to community building, it’s now coming to fruition. **Jennifer Mya Polansky**: A medicine woman walking a tantric shamanic path, Jennifer holds space for women to reconnect with their true selves, embody their feminine essence, and feel at home in their bodies. Her deepest desire is to see a world of humans more connected to their truth, with greater self-love and compassion, working together toward a more harmonious future. With her sacred drum and angelic voice, she’ll take you on a journey deep into your soul, where you will meet the truth of who you are. We’re excited to gather with you in celebration, co-creation, and spiritual growth! ✨

Dylan Thomas’ Birthday Celebration
Wed, Oct 28, 11:00 PMJoin us to celebrate Dylan Thomas’ birthday - for pints poems and prizes

DIWALI - CELEBRATING LIGHT, HAPPINESS & TOGETHERNESS ✨🪔
Sun, Nov 8, 1:30 AMLet’s light up the night with great food, festive outfits, music, dancing, and amazing company! ❤️ 🍽️ Food INCLUDED 💰 $30 per person (Early bird), $35 - once early bird is gone. Interac to vibhuchaudhary@yahoo.com 👗 Indian ethnic dress code 🥂 BYOB — bring your own alcohol 🎶 Music, dancing & great company! 📅 November 7 | 8:30 PM – 12:30 AM 📍 Venue : Party room (7th floor) 370 Queens Quay W, Toronto Whether you celebrate Diwali every year or simply want to experience the festivities, everyone is welcome! 🫶 Bring out your sarees, kurtas, lehengas, and sherwanis for a colourful evening celebrating light, happiness, new beginnings, and togetherness. 🪔✨ Meet new people, enjoy a delicious three-course meal, dance to your favourite Bollywood hits, and make some wonderful memories! ⚠️ Limited spots available — RSVP early to secure your place! Note: Fee includes a 3-course meal. Interac to vibhuchaudhary@yahoo.com Drinks are not included; BYOB. ✨ Different backgrounds, one celebration, and a whole lot of good vibes!

Deepawali with Kannadigaru 🪔
Fri, Oct 30, 11:00 PM🪔 Deepavali Kannada Meetup 🪔 Celebrate Deepavali with us over a traditional Unlimited Banana Leaf Veg Bhojana! 🍃✨ Come dressed in your favourite Indian wear, enjoy a delicious festive meal, and spend the evening connecting with fellow Kannadigas. 🍃 Unlimited Banana Leaf Veg Bhojana 👗 Indian Wear 🎭 Kannada Dumb Charades 🤝 Meet, mingle & network 🪔 Deepavali celebrations $25 CAD per person Send your payments to krishnaswamyswathi@gmail.com First pay, first come! Let’s come together, celebrate our culture, and make this Deepavali extra special! ❤️ Deepavali habbada shubhashayagalu! 🪔

SPECIAL HALLOWEEN PARTY OCT 31 (SEE DETAILS)
Sat, Oct 31, 10:30 PM**This is a massive Halloween party that will have more than 1000 total guests on all four floors of the Madison Avenue Pub.** **IMPORTANT:** **COME EARLY to save money.** **The venue (The Madison Avenue Pub) will be charging a COVER FEE to all guests who arrive** **after 7pm****.** **This cover fee goes entirely to pub (not to us) to cover the costs of all the special activities happening for Halloween, including the LIVE DJs, LIVE band, piano man, prizes, and much more...** **More details coming soon! Email info@tilelearning.com if you have any questions...** **Join [TILE.]** **at the** **most popular Saturday Language Learning Social Event & Party in Toronto! 🍁** **[TILE.] = Toronto International Language Exchange [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/tilelearning/) & [Website](https://www.tilelearning.com/)** **[TILE.]** **now has a** **2-for-1 special event,** **which includes:** **1.** **From** **[6:30 - 7:15 PM](https://www.meetup.com/english-class-with-certified-award-winning-teacher):** **An optional $5 small group 45-minute** **[English language class](https://www.meetup.com/english-class-with-certified-award-winning-teacher)** **taught by an award-winning certified language teacher with 10+ years experience (OCT, University of Toronto PhD researcher, MA, BEd & HBA)** **2.** **From** **[7:15 - 11 PM](https://www.meetup.com/biggest-language-party-event-social-in-toronto):** **Our usual huge group** **[BIGGEST LANGUAGE EXCHANGE SOCIAL EVENT AND PARTY IN TORONTO](https://www.meetup.com/biggest-language-party-event-social-in-toronto)** **(Cost:** ***$5, unless you already paid for the same day 6:30 English class right before, in which which case the 7:15 social is FREE)*** **Both events happen Saturday on the 2nd floor of the Madison Pub (14 Madison Avenue).** ***Attend either or both events for $5!*** **Join us for:** **✅ 💬🌎🎉 Language Exchanges and Learning in a Fun Setting** **✅ 🤝🗣️🥳 Meeting New Friends & Networking** **✅ 🃏🎲 🂱 Group Games & Activities** **✅ 🎸🎤🎧 Bonus Multilingual Music (on special event days)** **✅ 💃🎵🕺 (Post-event) on-site Madison Pub Dancing, Piano Bar, Singing & More!** **✅🍔🍺🍟 On-site Appetizers, Drinks and Food for Purchase at the Bar & Restaurant** **Get your Ticket at the door OR buy a** [$5 digital ticket online here](https://www.tilelearning.com/events)**.** **Meet Toronto locals and international friends. Talk to language teachers and speakers to learn English, French, Korean, Japanese, Spanish, and much more! Join us for board games, conversation, dancing, singing, and more! Make sure to get a nametag from one of our helpers.** ***You must read the full event description below before attending. By attending, you agree to all the terms listed.*** **[TILE.] Toronto International Language Exchange** **event details:** * **We are on the 2nd floor of the Madison pub on the patio with all the international flags!** ***The dance floor opens around 10 PM, and the live piano bar singer start around 10:30 on the 1st floor.*** **PAY** **$5** **right at the event by** **CASH, CREDIT, or DEBIT****, or** **SEND $5 E-TRANSFERS** **to:** **JOHN@TILELEARNING.COM****. You can also support the bar by buying a drink or appetizer.** **\-\-\-\-\-\-** **IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER – Meetup Group** **By attending any TILE events, including these ones, you acknowledge and agree to the following:** * ***The organizers and hosts of TILE events are are not liable for any loss, injury, damage, or other unforeseen outcomes that may occur before, during, or after any event.*** * ***Participation in TILE events is entirely voluntary and at your own risk. You are solely responsible for your own safety, personal belongings, transportation, behavior, and well-being. It is your responsibility to assess the risks involved in any activity or location and to act accordingly.*** * ***TILE and its organizers do not provide insurance and cannot guarantee the safety, accuracy of information, or quality of venues, third-party services, or other attendees.*** * ***By attending, you release TILE, its organizers, and affiliates from any and all claims or liability, and you agree to conduct yourself respectfully and in accordance with local laws and venue rules.*** * ***If you do not agree with this disclaimer, please do not attend TILE events.***

🍁 Fall Walk: Glen Stewart Ravine & Beach Boardwalk Adventure! 🍦🌊
Sun, Nov 15, 4:00 PM## 🍁 **Fall Walk: Glen Stewart Ravine & Beach Boardwalk Adventure!** 🍦🌊 Join us for a **beautiful fall walk** through one of Toronto’s most scenic spots — the **Glen Stewart Ravine** — followed by a stroll along the **Beach Boardwalk**! We’ll take in the crisp autumn air, the colourful leaves, and the sound of the waves — plus a treat (or two) along the way. Our walk begins at **Main Subway Station**, where we’ll make our way down **Main Street**, head east along **Kingston Road**, and then wander through the **Glen Stewart Ravine** — one of Toronto’s best hidden gems. After exploring the ravine, we’ll stop for a well-deserved treat at **Ed’s Real Scoop**, home to some of the *best ice cream in the city*! 🍨 If you’re not in an ice cream mood, no worries — there’s a cozy coffee shop right across the street. ☕ From there, we’ll head down to the **Boardwalk**, walk along the lake, loop around **Ashbridges Bay** and finish our adventure at **Woodbine Beach**, taking in those gorgeous fall views of the water. This is the perfect way to soak up the fall season before winter sneaks in! 🍂 *** ### 📍 **Meetup Details** **Meeting Spot:** Outside **Main Subway Station** — I’ll be waiting and easy to spot in my **Moose Hat!** 🦌 **Meeting Time:** **11:30 A.M.** (I’ll wait about 5 minutes before we head out.) **Ending Spot:** **Woodbine Beach** *** ### 💲 **Meetup Fee** $5 (cash 💵 or e-transfer 📲 to **mathewmaclean@hotmail.com**) You can send it before or the day of the event! *** ### 🥾 **What to Bring** * Water * Comfortable walking shoes * A snack or a few bucks for ice cream ☺️ * A cozy sweater — it might get breezy by the water! ### *** ### ⚠️ **A Quick Note** Sometimes things come up and I might need to cancel or reschedule. Please keep an eye on the event page for updates. *** ### 👋 **About This Group** This group is open to **everyone** — whether you’re single or not, new to Toronto, or just looking to be social and make friends! We also host **movies, hikes, arts & culture events, and restaurant outings.** You can RSVP ahead of time — or just show up the day of if you’re feeling spontaneous! *** **Organizer:** Mathew 📧 **torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com** **Come for the fall colours.** **Stay for the friendship.** 🍁💛
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