\* Currently, our activities focus on language learning (*listening* and *conversational* practice, particularly in Mandarin and Cantonese) and Chinese culture (especially *music*, poems, movies, regional cuisines, art, calligraphy, history)

\* Use your *computer* to plan ahead.
Look at our **monthly calendar** to find activities that appeal to you:
https://www.meetup.com/austin-chinese-language-and-culture...
RSVP a week in advance if you can. Otherwise, do so at least a day before the event.
If no one signs up for an event, it will probably be cancelled a couple of days before.

\* Use the *app* to check messages (Event Chats and Direct Messages) a day or two before any event for possible discussion.
If you won't be able to attend, **update your RSVP** before the event starts.
If the host needs to make a schedule change, s/he should do so before the event start time, preferably at least a day in advance.

\* Participate regularly.
If we don't see you for a few weeks, you'll probably be removed from the group. Nothing personal--our events probably just don't fit your interests or schedule.

\* We're here to learn and improve.
Participate in online activities using headphones and from a quiet location.
Be open to information/strategies that may challenge your practices.
We invite discussion based on research/experience.

\* Please do not advertise, attack, campaign, proposition, proselytize, or solicit.
If anyone contacts you through Meetup to do any of these, please let us know.