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Maybe Date • Dinner for 6 • by LYTT

Maybe Date • Dinner for 6 • by LYTT

Sat, Nov 14, 12:00 AM
From Social Toronto!!!
4.5

*A novel approach to dating by LYTT* **You walk into a nice restaurant. Appetizers on the table. *Three men and three women, open to meeting new people and having a good time.*** No strings attached, just seeing if there is someone you vibe with. Or practice your flirting game, this is the space for it. ***It's NOT one big mixer:*** *every table gets its own venue.* If that sounds like your kind of Friday, we're inviting anyone going out on November 13th. ***Your only job: tell us who you want at your table.*** Get your ticket: [https://lytt.me/maybedate](https://lytt.me/maybedate?utm_source=meetup&utm_campaign=social-toronto) \-\-\- LYTT's specialty is connecting people in small groups. This one is a no-pressure opportunity to find a person you click with while enjoying good food in a nice setting. There is a non-romantic version of the same thing, with a more "friendworking" angle: [https://luma.com/lytt-tableforsix](https://luma.com/lytt-tableforsix) \-\-\- *What's the problem with current dating apps? We don't even want to get there... Same with singles events, speed dating... If you know, you know... and we are sorry.* *The best way to meet is still in person. You see someone and feel it, you both do.* *So we made a Friday where that can happen.* **Get your ticket here** (an RSVP on Meetup doesn't hold a seat): CA$38 until Oct 31, then CA$49, HST included. Sales close Nov 5. [https://lytt.me/maybedate](https://lytt.me/maybedate?utm_source=meetup&utm_campaign=social-toronto) \-\-\- **The details** * **Who:** tables of 6, three men and three women, *built around picks that go both ways (separately in the app).* * **Where:** every table gets its own restaurant. * **What's included:** appetizers on the table when you arrive. Mains and drinks on you, separate bills. * **Dress code:** dress nicely, like it's a date (it might be). * **The Maybe:** we can't promise you a date table. Ratios shift, picks don't always go both ways. If a balanced 3+3 doesn't come together for you, you're seated at a Table for Six the same night. Register only if you're fine with that. \-\-\- ***About LYTT*** *LYTT is a new way to experience events in small groups. Use it to meet new friends, network, and date. Think about dinners like this one, social and networking nights, brunch masterminds, lecture nights.* *Founded in Toronto in 2025 by an ex-Microsoft engineer as a research project into what makes people click. So far we've hosted 12 events, from 3 to 70 participants.* *Follow us here and on Instagram:* [https://www.instagram.com/lytt.me](https://www.instagram.com/lytt.me)

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PUB CHESS LIBERTY | TUESDAY TOURNAMENT & CASUAL CHESS

PUB CHESS LIBERTY | TUESDAY TOURNAMENT & CASUAL CHESS

Wed, Nov 11, 1:00 AM
From Pub Chess Toronto
4.6

Join us Tuesday at Left Field Brewery for five rounds of quick chess, followed by casual games. New players are welcome, and experienced tournament players will find plenty of competition. The tournament is casual and unrated, with results counting toward the Pub Chess Liberty Leaderboard: [https://www.torontochessclub.com/leaderboard](https://www.torontochessclub.com/leaderboard) DETAILS Boards open: 8:00 PM Round 1: 8:30 PM Format: Five rounds of 5+3 Tournament ends: Around 10:15 PM Casual games: Until 11:00 PM Entry: $10 by cash or card Advance registration: Not required Left Field Brewery 40 Hanna Avenue, Suite G1 Toronto, Ontario Schedule updates: [https://www.instagram.com/toronto_chess_club](https://www.instagram.com/toronto_chess_club)

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Short Reads Social #17: Is nightlife dead? (Nov 11th)

Short Reads Social #17: Is nightlife dead? (Nov 11th)

Wed, Nov 11, 11:30 PM
From Book Club for Humans
4.7

or *Why does the club suck now?* \-\-\- Short-Read Socials are back! Come meet with like-minded and unlikeminded people to talk about the topic of the month. This time, we're thinking about **nightlife.** *Did gentrification, suburban living, and phones kill going out? Are people less social or does late-night socializing just look different? Was the club ever really that fun?* \-\-\- **\*\*\*Note: this event and future events (at least until 2027) will be on second and last Wednesdays! we won't be there on Tuesday :(** \-\-\- **How does it work?** * The event is casual. You can talk to anyone there with or without our prompt sheets, either about the month's topic or about whatever you want. * Open philosophical discussion, including for controversial topics, is welcome but be respectful. Every has had different experiences so aim to have good-faith discussions :) * If you've read/watched/heard anything related to the topic of the month, feel free to bring it in! Not necessarily physically, but you can if you want... * If not, here are some thought-provoking reads to start you off (read as many or as few as you want): * On the supposed death of nightlife: * [Gen Z Didn't Kill Nightlife](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EmLO69c_fyw) * [The Death of Partying in the U.S.A.—and Why It Matters](https://www.derekthompson.org/p/the-death-of-partying-in-the-usaand) * [Who Killed the Late Night Diner?](https://www.themain.com/articles/late-night-dining-montreal-restaurants-closing-early) * Perhaps nightlife simply changed: * [How a Suburban Strip Mall Became a Buzzing Community Hub, and a Political Flashpoint](https://thelocal.to/mississauga-ridgeway-plaza-election-2026/) * [Nightlife Isn’t Dead. It’s Just Boring Now.](https://loopmag.co/nightlife-isnt-dead-its-just-boring-now/) * [The Real Reason Music's Gotten So Loud](https://archive.is/20131125162149/http://www.theatlantic.com/entertainment/archive/2013/11/the-real-reason-musics-gotten-so-loud/281707/#selection-1425.0-1425.38) * Feel free to post other recommendations (blogs, movies, tv episodes, video essays, etc.) in the comments! \-\-\- Finally, Short Read Socials have a 'pay what you can' policy. They'll always be free to attend--but if you've been having a good time with us and want to pass along a couple of bucks to help cover Meetup platform costs for future events, there is a contribution bucket on the table that night and a [Paypal](https://paypal.me/bookclubforhumans?country.x=CA&locale.x=en_US) link :)

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Casual Weekday Pickleball (8 AM–4 PM) | Only $5/hr for All levels

Casual Weekday Pickleball (8 AM–4 PM) | Only $5/hr for All levels

Tue, Nov 17, 2:00 PM
From Play Together Pickleball GTA for all levels
4.5

**Looking for affordable daytime pickleball games during the week? Join us!** We are organizing casual weekday play from 8:00A**M to 4:00 PM** at **The Backyard Pickleball Club** for just **$5/hr ($10 per 2-hour session)**. Players of **ALL LEVELS** are welcome! **IMPORTANT: Please Read Before You Sign Up!** **RSVPing directly to this Meetup event does NOT reserve a court for you. This listing serves as an announcement to bring players together. All coordination happens strictly through our private WhatsApp group!** To prevent spam, we automatically approve requests only from local GTA area codes. To join: 1. If your phone number has a non-GTA area code, please send an email to **playtogether.ca@gmail.com** with your **Name** and **City/Location** so we can manually approve your request. 2. Once in the group, discuss your preferred days and times with other members. 3. **When 4 or more players commit** to a specific day/time, we will request the club to open a court/session for us to play together! ### **Event Highlights & Format** * **Affordable Play:** Just **$5 per hour**—a budget-friendly way to stay active! * **Flexible Format:** Enjoy 2 hours of open play with other members. If we have a large group, we can split courts by skill level. If it's a smaller group, we can use a ball machine for practice. * **Friendly Community:** Come out, have fun, and enjoy the game! If you have any feedback, questions, or ideas for improvement, feel free to reach out to me directly on WhatsApp. * **Location Flexibility:** While our primary venue is **The Backyard Pickleball Club**, if it’s too far for you, feel free to use our WhatsApp group to find hit around partners and organize sessions at other courts near you! ### **Important Notes** * **Self-Guided Games:** This session is purely for recreational play among participants. **No formal lessons or coaching are included.** * **Host Availability:** As the organizer, I may not be present at every session. However, the staff at **The Backyard Pickleball Club** are friendly and always ready to assist you when you arrive! * **What to Bring:** Please bring your own **Pickleball/Tennis court shoes** (non-marking) and a **Pickleball paddle**. * * **Send an email to playtogether.ca@gmail.com** with your **Name** and **Your pickleball level and start playing! See you on the court!**

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Brunch and Friends in Toronto

Brunch and Friends in Toronto

Sun, Nov 8, 5:30 PM
From Toronto Brunch Club

⚠️ **IMPORTANT: You must sign up and buy a ticket here to attend:** [https://groupvibe.com/](https://groupvibe.com/) **Join the Toronto Brunch Club and make new friends!** Each meetup brings together 4–6 people for casual conversations over brunch. We use the Groupvibe platform to facilitate the meetup and ensure everyone’s a good fit. 👉 **To attend, you’ll need to complete registration via this link:** [https://groupvibe.com/](https://groupvibe.com/) We’ll share the exact location of the upcoming meetup the night before only if you have bought a ticket or membership plan. **Why this works:** \* Smaller groups make real conversations easier. \* Discover new restaurant in your city, together. \* Curated brunch venues with good food and vibe. \* If you hit it off with your group, there’s plenty of time to hang out afterwards. **Note:** RSVPs on Meetup don’t reflect total attendance. Many attendees register directly via our website. The event on [Meetup.com](http://meetup.com/) is only a placeholder. This meetup is organized by Groupvibe, a small team passionate about helping people form meaningful friendships offline.

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The Addams Family Christmas Bazaar

The Addams Family Christmas Bazaar

Sun, Nov 8, 8:00 PM
From Toronto Visual, Performing, & Literary Artists Meetup Group

Step into the strange, spooky, and delightfully offbeat at The Addams Family Christmas Bazaar! Ditch the generic mall crowds and join us at See-Scape for an intimate holiday market celebrating dark art, oddities, local artisans, and unconventional stocking stuffers. Enjoy local odd crafts and gifts for just $2 entry, with free swag bags for the first 20 people through the door. Experience rune, fire, and tarot psychic readings throughout the event, snap photos with Krampus alongside a live DJ, and enter our 6:00 PM costume contest to win prizes up to $50 in value. Food and drinks are available on site at the See-Scape bar. Get your admission and craft passes in advance at [https://www.eventist.ca/the-addams-family-christmas-bazaar-2026](https://www.eventist.ca/the-addams-family-christmas-bazaar-2026). See-Scape is located at 347 Keele St, just south of Dundas St W in The Junction. You can reach us via the 26 Bayfield or 89 Weston bus from Keele Station, or the 40 Junction / 512 bus to Dundas. Parking is available in the Green P lot directly behind the venue (accessible via Vine Ave) or via metered street parking along Keele and Dundas.

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