Afternoon Activities London

Tuesday Inner Activism 40+

This event is for people who want to build genuine, lasting relationships using our [framework](https://www.meetup.com/inner-activists-40/?eventOrigin=home_groups_you_organize). This group is primarily for people over 40. To encourage commitment, there is a small fee for your first three events only. At first, it may just be the two of us, until more people join the group. Once you've signed up, we'll arrange a time and choose a pub or park that works for both of us. See you soon!

Saturday afternoon cuppa.

Join me in this beautiful hotel garden for an afternoon cuppa/drink.

Weekend afternoon open jam (Free) + social | 23rd Aug 3pm, Vortex downstairs

Afternoon jam and performances, free and open to a public audience and participants. Anyone at any skill level can join in to play (or sing) - mostly jazz standards. There is no fixed repertoire, and what is played depends on what everyone calls - please put your name and instrument (or vocals) down on the sign up sheet, which will usually be on the downstairs bar. Earlier arrivals will usually be asked to play first, so you may wish to plan to come early. The house band will also play a couple of songs throughout the afternoon, including from the [future standards](https://www.vortexjazz.co.uk/event/future-standards-3-2024-04-14-2024-05-12-2024-06-09-2024-08-03/2024-09-22/) repertoire - which everyone is also encouraged to call. Contact me for sheet music. There will also be a possible break for a 30 minute novice+, improver or intermediate set. Many people also come to the open jam, who are looking to join a novice+ or intermediate rehearsal for the first time, so I can get a sense of your playing first. We'll likely go somewhere for food afterwards. See you then Xie

NEW: The Whitstable to Water-Edge Wander to Sandy Solace near Margate

**DESCRIPTION** Get ready for a, refreshing linear coastal hike tracking the stunning North Kent shoreline. We will be following the flat, panoramic King Charles III England Coast Path, starting in vibrant Whitstable and ending at the golden shores of Birchington-on-Sea. This hike transitions beautifully from the iconic pebbles and beach huts of Whitstable, past the dramatic ruins of Reculver Towers, and finishes at Minnis Bay, Margate —a sandy paradise perfect for a well-deserved post-walk swim, a cold drink, and a great meal. **WHAT TO EXPECT - HIKING INFO** Distance: **22km** Ascent: c.**96m** Estimated Duration 5 hours depending on drink and ice cream stops. Difficulty: \**[Moderate](https://www.aaahiking.co.uk/hike-grade)* **PROGRAMME** Meeting Point: Whitstable Train Station: **10:00** Ending: Birchington-on-Sea: **16:00ish** **COST** The cost is **£12 per person.** for hike only. Recommended tickets: Super Off-Peak Day Return to Birchington-on-Sea **HIKE INCLUDES** * Guided Hike planned and led by experienced AAA leaders, trained Summer Mountain Leader with Wilderness First Aid Training. * PayPal fees **PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE** * Travel costs * Lunch, drinks or any refreshments * Souvenirs * Meetup Fee levied on all purchases via meetup * Entrance fees to any attractions you wish to visit **RECOMMENDED KIT LIST \[\(full list\)\]\(\(full list\)\)** * Suitable hiking shoes or boots * Waterproof jacket and trousers (Please no jeans!) * Water [2L recommended] * Warm/Windproof layer, e.g. Down/Primaloft/Fleece * Wicking base layer, e.g. Polyester/Tencil/Merino * Camera & Phone * Picnic lunch and snacks **CANCELLING/REFUNDS** If you can no longer join the event, please message the host and update your RSVP status on MeetUp to 'Not going', to allow others to take your place. If the event sells out, and you have messaged us and have changed your RSVP to 'Not going', please email us on [info@aaalondongroup.com](info@aaalondongroup.com) after the event date, requesting a refund, including your PayPal email address, so we can locate the payment. Unfortunately, as PayPal retains the original transaction fee, we cannot refund this. If the hike is not full, we are sorry, we are unable to issue a refund. **QUESTIONS** If you have any other questions, please check visit our[ FAQ page](https://www.aaahiking.co.uk/faq). If you are still unsure, contact the event Host shown on this page. We have operated over 1,000 events without significant incidents in the last ten years, achieved through meticulous planning. All participants (members and their guests) in any AAA Hiking event or activity are personally responsible for their fitness, safety and welfare, and must be equipped accordingly. If you have signed up for the event, you acknowledge and accept the AAA Hiking Terms and Conditions. They say that pictures speak a thousand words, and so here are pics from this previous day trip on our website (click on this event): [www.aaahiking.co.uk/day-hikes](www.aaahiking.co.uk/day-hikes) [FAQs](https://www.aaahiking.co.uk/faq) \| [Terms and Conditions](https://www.aaahiking.co.uk/terms-and-conditions) \| [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/AAAhiking) \| [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/AAAHikingUK/reviews) \| [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/aaahiking/) \| [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/@aaahiking) \| [Trip Advicer](https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Attraction_Review-g186338-d19994843-Reviews-AAA_Hiking_Outdoor_Group-London_England.html) \| [TicTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@aaahiking) \| [Website](https://www.aaahiking.co.uk/) © AAA London Group Ltd. Errors and Omissions Excepted

Intermediate with performance | 1-5.30pm Aug 23rd, Vortex down/upstairs

update: full for drums, piano, 1 of 3 spots taken for lead instruments **Meetup event will always show as closed - please use this link to sign up and pay** https://tickts.co.uk/events/intermediate-with-performance-1-530pm-aug-23rd-vortex-downupstairs (Note you must already be accepted as a member of this group (Practice Jazz Jams intermediate), otherwise your ticket will be cancelled) 1-2.50pm: rehearsal, Vortex downstairs 2.50-4pm rehearsal, Vortex upstairs 5-6pm: 30 minute performance, Vortex downstairs Please plan for 10 minutes to set up, and a 20 minute performance. To fit within the time, likely plan for either short renditions of all 4 songs, or longer versions of 2-3 tunes. The group should collaboratively work on the overall sound of the ensemble, which songs go in the 20 minute set, and other details such as how to start/end tunes and particular arrangements. There will not be an assigned lead for the group. Note: ensure you've practised these songs before the session. This includes confidently playing the head if you are playing lead instrument, common motifs for comping instruments and any specific bass lines or rhythms. Listen to a few versions of each song. Ideally be able to play the melody even if you're on guitar or piano. Attendees would be expected to be comfortable playing at a novice session first before signing up. Please join one of the weekend afternoon open jams first to play a few songs with other in the group. full list of scheduled sessions: [https://www.meetup.com/Practice-Jazz-Jam-Sessions/events/](https://www.meetup.com/Practice-Jazz-Jam-Sessions/events/) **What is it** a pre-selected set of jazz standards for each session that you can prepare for in advance, and rehearse live with others in a friendly and welcoming environment. See below for this week's setlist. Location: Vortex downstairs & upstairs The instruments are limited to up to: 1 drummer, 1 bass, 1 keys, 1 guitar, 3 lead instruments. The top of the description will indicate if there is an available slot for your instrument. Playing the melody, or "head" - the responsibility is shared between horns players (e.g. sax, trumpet), guitar and piano. Feel free to discuss among the group before each song - different parts of the head or the starting / ending heads can be played by different players. Some melodies will better suit several voices at the same time, whereas others are sensitive to variations in how they are played and may prefer a single instrument at a time. **Tunes this week (Aug 23rd)** * Bye-Ya (Thelonious Monk) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pVkPWUsFIe0 * I Thought About You (Burrell, Hawkins) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=upWqxKKVrkw * Here's that rainy day (Wes Montgomery) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-iVgONy8kMY * Milestones (new) (Miles Davis) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k94zDsJ-JMU Everyone is encouraged to listen to a variety of recordings for each song, but please ensure you are familiar with the recordings provided as primary references. **Preparing for the session** The chordal form of each song follow the iReal Pro app as a common reference, or you can use sheet music from Real Books. Resource for sheet music: [https://www.seventhstring.com/fbindex.html](https://www.seventhstring.com/fbindex.html) [http://therealbook.info/](http://therealbook.info/) Try to immerse yourself in the songs by listening to recordings by different artists on youtube, spotify etc. Learn the head (main melody) of the song if you can. Don't hesitate to let the band know you can play it so you can start things off **Equipment** there is a piano, drum kit (no cymbals or high hat clutch), bass and guitar amps, stands, and microphones. Drummers: please bring cymbals (none available for rental) and hi hat clutch **Vocalists** singers very welcome though usually I suggest you come to the intermediate sessions where you can pick your own song and key (as chances are many of the above are not in the right key for your range) **Cancellation policy** Payment by bank transfer for both sessions. No refund will be provided if you can no longer make either of the sessions. If one or both sessions are cancelled, a pro rata or full refund will be provided. \-\-\-\-\- any questions do get in touch!

Go Ape!! Treetop Challenge @ Cockfosters

Go Ape is Finally here! This is an outdoor adventure which runs tree top ropes courses. You are FULLY equipped with a harness, ropes and a safety briefing before you start and given a practice ground-level experience before you're let loose to roam the treetops. There is staff nearby to assist if required. You don't need to be strong and muscle-ripped, as long as you can pull yourself a long a rope, you'll be fine. **Location** This will be at the Cockfosters Location, which is the London location most secluded in nature, feeling like you are in the middle of a forest whilst being not too far from the tube station. This course is great for guiding you in as it starts low and builds up. Once the confidence is soaring you’re all set for the highest course in the South East which is also home to the longest and fastest zip wire in London and two big Tarzan Swings. **Schedule** 12:45pm - Meet and Brief in front of Go Ape 1:00pm Tree Top Adventure 3:00pm - 3:45pm - Debrief / Tea/ Coffee /late lunch **Cost** Total Cost of this Meetup is £45 Only To attend this Meetup you will just need to make a deposit of £15 and final £30 payment the week before the event once we confirm. If you can make the deposit here: https://buy.stripe.com/3cIcN440Ab80aRd9N04ZG3U Spots are between 12:30pm and 1:30pm for up to 30 people

Bottomless Afternoon Tea for Charity

Picnic at Cannizaro House Gardens

Learn & Play Riichi Mahjong Sunday Afternoon Session

Japanese Riichi Mahjong is a fun game for 4 people but beware it is very addictive ;-)Beginners are welcome. Our hosts and regulars will be glad to show you the basics to get you started on this fun game. IMPORTANT PLEASE READ The board game cafe charges per session are food and drink minimum spend requirement of £15 plus £6.50 cover charge. The Library Pot menu https://librarypot.uk/menu/ **Please don't bring any food or drink to be consumed on the premises.** Sorry no bicycles or buggies of any type inside. DISCLAIMER: By joining in on any of our Meetup activities you agree and accept, that, by the simple act of attending, you are fully responsible for your own safety & well-being and that you will not hold the Host/s responsible in any way for any injuries or other loss that you may suffer.

Picnic@ Hyde park

Hello, Fabulous Friends! 🌸🌼 Join us this Sunday for another sunshine-filled afternoon of picnicking, volleyball, and great company. 🌿 Picnic & Volleyball Afternoon 📅 Sunday, 9 August ⏰ 3:00 PM – 8:30 PM 📍 Hyde Park 🗺️ Meeting Point (what3words): https://what3words.com/start.gifted.poetic 📍 Google Maps: Here's a polished version of your event announcement: 🎉🌞 Hello, Fabulous Friends! 🌸🌼 Hola! 😊 We're back and so excited to see you again! Join us this Sunday for another sunshine-filled afternoon of picnicking, volleyball, and great company. 🌿 Picnic & Volleyball Afternoon 📅 Sunday, 9 August ⏰ 3:00 PM – 8:30 PM 📍 Hyde Park 🗺️ Meeting Point (what3words): https://what3words.com/start.gifted.poetic 📍 Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/afLdGRzzFBvHvK7g7?g_st=ic 🎉 Activities: 🏐 Volleyball 🗣️ Socialising 💃 Dancing 🎤 Singing 🥪 Please bring: • Picnic food & snacks • Drinks 🧃 • A blanket 🧺 • Sun cream ☀️ • Games 🎲 (optional) • And most importantly, your biggest smile! 😄 Come along to enjoy the sunshine, meet new people, make new friends, and create wonderful memories together. Everyone is welcome!🎉 Activities: 🏐 Volleyball 🗣️ Socialising 💃 Dancing 🎤 Singing 🥪 Please bring: • Picnic food & snacks • Drinks 🧃 • A blanket 🧺 • Sun cream ☀️ • Games 🎲 (optional) • And most importantly, your biggest smile! 😄 Come along to enjoy the sunshine, meet new people, make new friends, and create wonderful memories together. Everyone is welcome!

AFTERNOON TEA: Brother and Sister Day

Yoga & Picnic at Hyde Park

This is a ticketed event - please get your ticket here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1996492973227?aff=oddtdtcreator £11 class ticket Join us for a relaxed early afternoon of movement, mindfulness and community in Hyde Park. We’ll begin with a gentle yoga practice, guided meditation and breathwork to help you slow down, reconnect with yourself and enjoy being present in nature. After the practice, we’ll stay for a picnic—a chance to chat, meet new people and enjoy some food together in the sunshine. A beautiful way to move your body, calm your mind and connect with like-minded people. Schedule: Class 1 pm-2 pm Picnic from 2 pm Meeting point: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/pfTY6cwZo46kvaA86](https://maps.app.goo.gl/pfTY6cwZo46kvaA86 "https://maps.app.goo.gl/pfTY6cwZo46kvaA86") What to bring: * A yoga mat or towel (or simply practise on the grass) * Water * Food or snacks for the picnic (or you can grab something from a nearby shop afterwards) Feel free to invite your friends—everyone is welcome! If you have any questions, just send me a message. **🔗 Stay Connected:** Follow me on Instagram: 👉 [https://www.instagram.com/fromwithin.aga/](https://www.instagram.com/fromwithin.aga/ "https://www.instagram.com/fromwithin.aga/") Join my WhatsApp community to stay in the loop about upcoming classes & events: 👉 [https://chat.whatsapp.com/JSwy4GT3zeM8ywHHR931A1](https://chat.whatsapp.com/JSwy4GT3zeM8ywHHR931A1 "https://chat.whatsapp.com/JSwy4GT3zeM8ywHHR931A1")