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SeoulShare HandCraft 🧶🧵 🪡 Coffee & Chat ☕️ in Insadong, Kote

Sun, May 17 · 17:15 KST

KOTE Joseon Salon, 7, Insadong 1-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul, KR

SeoulShare HandCraft is for everyone who likes getting together, sharing your HandCraft skills, like knitting, crochet, embroidery, or maybe doing some drawing, coloring or pearling.
and for people who
just like to have a chat over a nice cup of coffee or tea ☕️

There are no strangers here, only friends you haven't yet met !

📢 Important info:
🧶 Bring your own HandCraft materials
Whatever your project you have started, knitting, crochet, embroidery, or something else, work on it.
Let's have a social time together.
🗣️ ☕️ Come even if you just want to have a good chat over a cup of coffee/tea

If you need help, we will learn from each other.
If you need to learn knitting as an absolute beginner, I'd love to teach you.

Tips for Yarn Stores :
Yarn-a, Dongdaemun shopping complex, , underground, access from the metro st.
for embroidery: basement of the A building at the Dongdaemun shopping complex: A33-5. Easiest access is to enter gate A13, go downstairs, and go straight. Before reaching the next staircase, it's on the left. They have hoops, a few kits, and a good selection of DMC and Anchor floss.
*Gimmarim Hand Knitted Studio, Knitting Shop
*Banul Story, 15 Yeonhui-ro, 11 ga-gil,Yeonhui-dong, Seodaemun-gu.
*Hoehyeon underground shopping
*Ancalls Yarn, (online ) & in store : Gangnam
*Sandnes Garn , Linea.kr (Norwegian Yarn, online)
*Nougat Bar (online)
*SomSom Knit (online)
*WoolClub (online)

🖌️📝 If you’re in the market for art supplies, like Sketching\Drawing\Painting check out
Homi Art Supplies (호미화방) in Hongdae.

🧶 Maybe do a Yarn Swap or just GiveAway?
If you have some random leftover skeins and scraps that someone else might want, please bring it. 🧶

✨ As SeoulShare’s proud partner, KOTE is a cultural hub for creators, offering an open and inspiring space designed to refresh the mind and foster creativity.

🔗 Find out more about Kote:
🌐 Website: Kote
📸 Instagram: Kote
🚀 Come work, connect, and create with us at Joseon Salon, KOTE! 🎉

✅ Prepare :
This event is FREE, but please buy at least one drink at the cafe
Dinner is optional
🧶 Your own HandCraft materials 🧶
🧶 Please join HandCraft Chatroom for all event communication,
and HandCraft chats.

✅ Event Details:
5 pm From Jonggak station (line 1) exit 3. (walk about 500 meters)
From Jongno 3 (sam)-ga (line 1, 3 and 5. ) exit 5 (Walk about 250 meters)
🚶🏻‍♀️ Go directly to Joseon Salon (Chosun Salon) ground floor in Kote,
서울 종로구 인사동1길 7 해봉빌딩 1층 조선살롱
7 Insadong 1-gil
5:15 pm Katie will welcome you at the cafe.
The event ends at 7:15 pm

Optional : Dinner at a local restaurant after the event ?
Let's talk about it during the event

✅ SeoulShare Event Guidelines
If you can't join the activity after signing up**, please edit your RSVP to "Not going" minimum 24 hours before the event starts, so we know how many to expect, and the members on the waiting list will have a chance to join the event.**
❌ Same-day cancellations are not allowed. If you cancel on the day of the event, you will be marked as a NO SHOW.
Three (3) no-shows will result in a 3-month ban from all SeoulShare events
Thank you for your cooperation!

📷Keen to experience the essence of SeoulShare events? Explore the vibrant happenings on our SeoulShare Instagram!
@seoulshare79 If you post event photos online, please #seoulshare
so more people can find and join us!

💡 SeoulShare Story

💡 SeoulShare Mission
SeoulShare brings people together to encourage mutual understanding of each other and build a healthy and meaningful relationship with each other.

🙋🏼‍♀️It may be you! We're looking for volunteers, SeoulShare Staff to bring our visions to life. If you have an interest in managing SeoulShare, or sharing your passion by organizing events, please reach out to Iggy at iggytime@gmail .com or Kakao Talk ID: iggytimek or Ine at inemariea@gmail .com or Kakao Talk ID : IneMarie2

- By attending, you agree that photos or videos of you may be captured and used for SeoulShare's social media or promotional purposes. If you’d prefer not to be included, inform the organizer in advance, though it may not always be possible to avoid group photos.

✅ ACCIDENT WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY
By participating in SeoulShare events, you acknowledge the potential risks involved, such as injuries, property loss, or worse due to various factors (terrain, weather, other participants, etc.). SeoulShare and its organizers are not liable for any accidents or financial compensation. We recommend personal insurance for all participants. By joining the event, you consent to this waiver.

📋The complete SeoulShare Event Guidelines

By signing up for this event, you hereby agree to and commit to these guidelines. Let's ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for everyone🤝

✅ SeoulShare is a registered travel and event company.
SeoulShare® is a registered trademark.
All rights reserved.
Unauthorized use of the SeoulShare name or logo is strictly prohibited.

🎉🪔 Buddha's Birthday Lantern Festival + DJ Block Party !🪔🎉

Sun, May 17 · 18:30 KST

Jogyesa Temple, 55, Ujeongguk-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul, KR

You’ve seen lantern festivals before... but you’ve NEVER seen one like this!

Join SeoulShare for the legendary Yeondeungnori Final Celebration—a jaw-dropping combination of traditional lantern parade meets full-on block dance party! 🕺💃

What’s Going Down:
🎧 DJ STAGE + BLOCK PARTY – That’s right, after the parade, the street turns into a dance floor with live DJs spinning beats under the lantern-lit sky. Yes, you’re allowed (and encouraged) to DANCE in the streets!
💃 Open-Air Dance Floor – Locals, tourists, monks, families—EVERYONE is dancing. Trust us, you don’t want to just watch this party—you want to be IN it!
📸 Insta-Worthy Night – Lanterns, lights, dancing, and laughter—your camera roll will thank you.

Why You Can't Miss This:
🔥 It's the grand finale of Buddha's Birthday festivities—the energy will be electric!
🔥 Where else can you go from peaceful lantern procession ➤ straight into an open-air Seoul block party?
🔥 It’s free, it’s iconic, and it only happens once a year!

PRO TIP:
✅ Wear comfy shoes—you’ll want to dance!
✅ Charge your phone—you’ll be filming this all night.
✅ Come early and grab a good spot along the parade route.

RSVP NOW and come light up the night with us—literally!
This will be one of the most unforgettable nights of spring in Seoul.

Due to the high number of participants last year, we will meet in front of Jogyesa Temple, under the brightly lit lanterns adorning the temple grounds behind the chairs. Trust us—there’s no better backdrop to kick off this unforgettable night!

✅ Event Details
📍 Meet at Jogyesa Temple
6:30 PM – Arrive early to explore the beautifully lit Jogyesa Temple, snap some photos, and meet other SeoulShare members beneath the lantern canopy. Be sure to look for the SeoulShare flag!
7:00 PM – We’ll move to Insadong Street to watch the Yeondeungnori parade—hundreds of glowing lanterns making their way through central Seoul.
7:30 PM – Dinner on your own. We'll have far too many people to eat as a group, so make some friends and fuel up for a night of dancing!
8:30 PM – Head back to the DJ stage area in front of Jogyesa Temple where the real fun begins: a full-on block dance party you’ll be talking about for weeks! The meeting location will be shared in Billy's SeoulShare Events Chat Group, so be sure you join! Make sure you look for the SeoulShare flag!

### ✨ Things to Know:

🌙 This is a come-and-go-as-you-please style event—join us for one part or all of it!
📲 I (Billy) will NOT be able to check messages during the event because I’ll be leading the group and dancing like a mad fool—but I will provide location updates via Naver Maps throughout the night. So be sure to join Billy's SeoulShare Events Chat Group to stay in the loop.
All communication for this event will be shared in this chatroom, so please make sure to join!

✅ SeoulShare Event Guidelines
If you can't join the activity after signing up, please edit your RSVP to "Not going" minimum 24 hours before the event starts, so we know how many to expect, and the members on the waiting list will have a chance to join the event.
❌ Same-day cancellations are not allowed. If you cancel on the day of the event, you will be marked as a NO SHOW.
Three (3) no-shows will result in a 3-month ban from all SeoulShare events
Thank you for your cooperation!

📷Keen to experience the essence of SeoulShare events? Explore the vibrant happenings on our SeoulShare Instagram!
@seoulshare79 If you post event photos online, please #seoulshare
so more people can find and join us!

💡 SeoulShare Story

💡 SeoulShare Mission
SeoulShare brings people together to encourage mutual understanding of each other and build a healthy and meaningful relationship with each other.

🙋🏼‍♀️It may be you! We're looking for volunteers, SeoulShare Staff to bring our visions to life. If you have an interest in managing SeoulShare, or sharing your passion by organizing events, please reach out to Iggy at iggytime@gmail .com or Kakao Talk ID: iggytimek or Ine at inemariea@gmail .com or Kakao Talk ID : IneMarie2

- By attending, you agree that photos or videos of you may be captured and used for SeoulShare's social media or promotional purposes. If you’d prefer not to be included, inform the organizer in advance, though it may not always be possible to avoid group photos.

✅ ACCIDENT WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY
By participating in SeoulShare events, you acknowledge the potential risks involved, such as injuries, property loss, or worse due to various factors (terrain, weather, other participants, etc.). SeoulShare and its organizers are not liable for any accidents or financial compensation. We recommend personal insurance for all participants. By joining the event, you consent to this waiver.

📋The complete SeoulShare Event Guidelines

By signing up for this event, you hereby agree to and commit to these guidelines. Let's ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for everyone🤝

✅ SeoulShare is a registered travel and event company.
SeoulShare® is a registered trademark.
All rights reserved.
Unauthorized use of the SeoulShare name or logo is strictly prohibited.

SeoulShare "Monday POMODORO Hours"

Mon, May 18 · 10:00 KST

Cafe Comma Yeouido Br., 16 Gukjegeumyung-ro 8-gil, Yeongdeungpo District, Seoul, KR

🙇🏻‍♂️ SeoulShare "Monday POMODORO hours" 🙇🏻‍♀️

Join Callum & Crystal for focused Monday morning work sessions using the Pomodoro Technique!

Looking for a productivity boost or body doubling to beat procrastination? Looking for a friendly & focused space to get the work done? Callum and Crystal have your back!

📌 What’s the Pomodoro Technique?
A time management method that alternates focused work sessions with short breaks. Read more here.

***

🙇‍♀️ How It Works
We'll meet at a spacious cafe and complete two (or three) Pomodoro sessions:
• 45 minutes of focused work
• 15 minutes of rest and socializing

🕙 Schedule:
• 10:00 AM – Arrive, quick intro round, share what you’re working on
• 10:15 AM – First Pomodoro session
• 11:00 AM – Break
• 11:15 AM – Second Pomodoro session
• 12:00 PM – Official end (optional third session from 12:15–13:00)
• After the third session – optional lunch nearby!

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🧠 What to Bring:
• Your laptop, notebook, or anything you need to get work done
• A goal or task to focus on during the session
• This event is free.

🙇🏼‍♂️ Who Can Join?
• Anyone with something to do, something to work on
• Punctual people who can stay quiet and respectful during focus time

✨ Just a quick reminder:
Only those on the attendee list can join the meetup.
If you're on the waitlist, spots do open up sometimes — and you’ll be automatically moved up when that happens.
Unfortunately, we can’t allow walk-ins, as we want to keep things fair for everyone. Thanks for understanding! 🙏

✅ Event Details
📍 Location:
Café Comma Yeouido (카페꼼마 여의도신영증권점) (Naver Map)
We'll likely sit at the biggest table on the 2nd floor – go upstairs, turn left toward the restroom.
Note: That table doesn’t have power outlets.

📅 Date: Mondays
⏰ Time: 10:00 – 13:00
☕ Tip: Come a bit early to grab a drink and get settled.
If you're late, just slip in quietly and say hi during the break 😊
📞 Contact & Updates:
Join our KakaoTalk chatroom for all updates and communication:
👉 Seoulshare Digital Nomads Chatroom

***

✅ SeoulShare Event Guidelines
If you can't join the activity after signing up, please edit your RSVP to "Not going" minimum 24 hours before the event starts, so we know how many to expect, and the members on the waiting list will have a chance to join the event.
❌ Same-day cancellations are not allowed. If you cancel on the day of the event, you will be marked as a NO SHOW.
Three (3) no-shows will result in a 3-month ban from all SeoulShare events
Thank you for your cooperation!

📷Keen to experience the essence of SeoulShare events? Explore the vibrant happenings on our SeoulShare Instagram!
@seoulshare79 If you post event photos online, please #seoulshare
so more people can find and join us!

💡 SeoulShare Story

💡 SeoulShare Mission
SeoulShare brings people together to encourage mutual understanding of each other and build a healthy and meaningful relationship with each other.

🙋🏼‍♀️It may be you! We're looking for volunteers, SeoulShare Staff to bring our visions to life. If you have an interest in managing SeoulShare, or sharing your passion by organizing events, please reach out to Iggy at iggytime@gmail .com or Kakao Talk ID: iggytimek or Ine at inemariea@gmail .com or Kakao Talk ID : IneMarie2

- By attending, you agree that photos or videos of you may be captured and used for SeoulShare's social media or promotional purposes. If you’d prefer not to be included, inform the organizer in advance, though it may not always be possible to avoid group photos.

✅ ACCIDENT WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY
By participating in SeoulShare events, you acknowledge the potential risks involved, such as injuries, property loss, or worse due to various factors (terrain, weather, other participants, etc.). SeoulShare and its organizers are not liable for any accidents or financial compensation. We recommend personal insurance for all participants. By joining the event, you consent to this waiver.

📋The complete SeoulShare Event Guidelines

By signing up for this event, you hereby agree to and commit to these guidelines. Let's ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for everyone🤝

✅ SeoulShare is a registered travel and event company, and SeoulShare® is a registered trademark. All rights reserved. Unauthorized use of the SeoulShare name or logo is strictly prohibited.

Remote FreeWriters--Let the Words Lead the Way!

Tue, May 19 · 10:00 KST

·

Online

Online

### Ever wish you could just write… without overthinking it?

No pressure. No grammar police. No inner critic telling you it’s not good enough.

Every Tuesday night, we'll gather on Zoom for FreeWriters, a relaxed creative writing session where the goal isn’t perfection — it’s expression. Through short, prompt-based bursts of free-form writing, we let our thoughts flow onto the page and see what shows up.

Sometimes it’s thoughtful.
Sometimes it’s weird.
Sometimes it’s hilarious.

And that’s exactly the point.

After each writing round, you’ll have the option (never the obligation) to share what you wrote with the group. Many people say the experience feels a bit like yoga for the mind — part mindfulness, part creativity, and part laughter.

If you’ve ever wanted a space to write freely and connect with other creative souls around the world, this is it.

Come discover what so many of us have found:
Writing really is freedom.

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## What to Expect

• BRING YOUR OWN NOTEBOOK AND YOUR FAVORITE WRITING UTENSIL!
• Short guided writing prompts
• 5 minute free-writing bursts
• Optional sharing and listening
• A welcoming, judgment-free creative space
• Plenty of laughter and unexpected moments
No writing experience required — just curiosity.

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## Who’s This For?

• Writers and non-writers alike
• People looking to reconnect with creativity
• Anyone who wants to quiet their inner critic
• Folks who enjoy thoughtful conversation and creative community
If you can hold a pen or type on a phone, you’re qualified.

### When & Where

📅 Tuesdays at 10:00 AM
📍 Online Online (Link Below)
IMPORTANT NOTE: These sessions are recorded on Zoom and the video and a recap of the meeting are shared with subscribers of my Mindful Midlife Community as well as my social media (Instagram and LinkedIn). - By attending, you agree that photos or videos of you may be captured and used for social media or promotional purposes. If you’d prefer not to be included, please inform Billy in advance. You also have the option of turning off your camera.

Meet Your SeoulShare Host — Billy Lahr
Billy is a former educator with 20+ years of experience helping people navigate transitions, build self-awareness, and communicate with confidence. He’s the host of The Mindful Midlife Crisis podcast, a certified mindfulness teacher, and a Business English facilitator for global professionals. Billy leads reflective conversations and helps people slow down, reconnect with themselves, and move into their next chapter with clarity and intention.

This event is free — and you’re welcome to join as often as you’d like.
If you enjoy the session, I simply ask that you invite someone else who might benefit.

Once you've registered for the event, please join Billy's SeoulShare Events Kakao Group for further updates regarding the event.

For more details, visit the Jump Start Conversation Series home page.

Looking forward to diving deeper into the roles you play in your life!

✅ SeoulShare Event Guidelines
If you can't join the activity after signing up, please edit your RSVP to "Not going" minimum 24 hours before the event starts, so we know how many to expect, and the members on the waiting list will have a chance to join the event.
❌ Same-day cancellations are not allowed. If you cancel on the day of the event, you will be marked as a NO SHOW.
Three (3) no-shows will result in a 3-month ban from all SeoulShare events
Thank you for your cooperation!

📷Keen to experience the essence of SeoulShare events? Explore the vibrant happenings on our SeoulShare Instagram!
@seoulshare79 If you post event photos online, please #seoulshare
so more people can find and join us!

💡 SeoulShare Story

💡 SeoulShare Mission
SeoulShare brings people together to encourage mutual understanding of each other and build a healthy and meaningful relationship with each other.

🙋🏼‍♀️It may be you! We're looking for volunteers, SeoulShare Staff to bring our visions to life. If you have an interest in managing SeoulShare, or sharing your passion by organizing events, please reach out to Iggy at iggytime@gmail .com or Kakao Talk ID: iggytimek or Ine at inemariea@gmail .com or Kakao Talk ID : IneMarie2

- By attending, you agree that photos or videos of you may be captured and used for SeoulShare's social media or promotional purposes. If you’d prefer not to be included, inform the organizer in advance, though it may not always be possible to avoid group photos.

✅ ACCIDENT WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY
By participating in SeoulShare events, you acknowledge the potential risks involved, such as injuries, property loss, or worse due to various factors (terrain, weather, other participants, etc.). SeoulShare and its organizers are not liable for any accidents or financial compensation. We recommend personal insurance for all participants. By joining the event, you consent to this waiver.

📋The complete SeoulShare Event Guidelines

By signing up for this event, you hereby agree to and commit to these guidelines. Let's ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for everyone🤝

✅ SeoulShare is a registered travel and event company, and SeoulShare® is a registered trademark. All rights reserved. Unauthorized use of the SeoulShare name or logo is strictly prohibited.