The Dandelion Daily

Londoners looking for quiet reflection or creative expression have several gatherings to consider. At OmNom in Islington Square, Cultivating Peace: From Stillness to Compassion brings together Zen Buddhist teacher Haemin Sunim and humanitarian Hanuman Dass for an afternoon conversation exploring how personal inner stillness can lead to everyday acts of kindness, with ticket proceeds supporting Go Dharmic's relief work.

Nearby at Highbury's Skylight Centre, Aerial Relaxation Pods® Floating Sound Journey Gong Bath Meditation in Hammocks or on Padded Floor Mats invites visitors to rest in suspended silk hammocks or on floor mats while listening to live gongs, crystal bowls, chimes, and vocals, finished with homemade herbal tea. Further east, Alchemy Of The Mythic: Full Weekend. takes over the ArtSect Gallery in Hackney, featuring an art exhibition, creative workshops, storytelling, and an evening community jam session where participants can bring an instrument to play and sing together.

Londoners looking to explore the natural world after dark can head to Hampstead Heath for Fungi After Dark: Biofluorescent Fungi & a Spooky UV Woodland Walk on Halloween. Led by researcher Kit Ondaatje Rolls, the observational night walk begins with medicinal mushroom tea before participants use handheld UV torches to spot glowing fungi and lichens. Open to adults and accompanied children, the evening concludes with experiments using UV-reactive mushroom dyes.

Those who prefer music and late nights can visit Bar A Bar on Stoke Newington Road for ALEX AKAL - SOUNDS OF TRIBE - Tribal EDM with Live Music + World Jam Session. Alex Akal performs an electronic set using didgeridoo, flutes, and percussion alongside guest musicians, followed by an open global jam where attendees can bring their own instruments, dance, and share birthday cake.

Meanwhile, anyone seeking quiet can attend Sound Journey and Relaxation at Tudor Drive Library in Kingston upon Thames. Welcoming all experience levels, the free session offers gong and singing bowl sounds to help people slow down, finishing with tea and a treat.