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Join Biggest Community | Investors Founders | Singapore | Online
Please reserve your spot by registering on the below link : https://www.eventbrite.com/e/join-biggest-community-investors-founders-singapore-online-tickets-1975080088713?aff=meetup QUESTIONS ? Pls Reach out to; Rose - +971528033410 ( WhatsApp Only)
Business Networking Singapore — SEN First Thursdays (Free Entry)
Looking for genuine business networking in Singapore without the hard sell or the tech-startup echo chamber? You've found it.
The Singapore Entrepreneurs Network (SEN) has been running free, no-frills entrepreneur networking sessions since 2005 with roots going back to 2002. This is one of our regular monthly sessions. Drop in, buy a drink, and start a conversation.
With over 20,000 members and 633 events hosted across two decades, SEN is one of Singapore's longest-running and most active entrepreneur communities.
**Who shows up**
SEN attracts a genuinely mixed crowd, and that's the point. On any given Thursday you'll meet:
* Students and aspiring founders with their first business idea
* Fresh startups and early-stage founders
* Established entrepreneurs and SME owners
* Corporate professionals seriously considering the leap
* Freelancers and independents building their own path
* Investors and advisors
* Foreign entrepreneurs and expats building in Singapore
Every industry. Every stage. All equally welcome.
**What to expect**
No agenda, no formal programme, no keynote speeches, no hard pitching. Just a room full of people who are building something or thinking seriously about it, talking openly with others who get it.
SEN is known for being genuinely diverse, refreshingly direct, and free of the "tech founders only" attitude that dominates most Singapore networking events. People disagree here. People speak freely. That's what makes it worth showing up.
**Our community standard**
This community runs on one principle: honest conversation between real people doing real work. Claims are welcome. Fabrications are not. If you state credentials, be prepared to substantiate them.
**Practical details**
* Venue: Rocky Master, 18 Tai Seng St, #01-28, Singapore 539775
* Date: First Thursday of the month
* Time: 7:00 PM onwards
* Free entry
**Ground rules**
* Buy something at the venue. There is no entrance fee, but we are guests of Rocky Master. It is compulsory to purchase a drink or meal. If you are not hungry or thirsty, buy something and gift it to someone else; you will get thirsty after an hour of conversation.
* No hard selling. Network freely, but do not force other attendees to sit through your pitch.
* Basic decency. SEN welcomes people with differing views and backgrounds. Disagree openly but respectfully.
**About SEN**
In 2002, Nicholas Chan was one of eight co-founders of Project:Senso, a pioneer entrepreneur gathering in Singapore. Nicholas subsequently spun off the Singapore Entrepreneurs Network in 2005; the networking events were working, people kept coming back, and he decided they deserved a permanent home and a life of their own. Two decades on, SEN counts over 20,000 members and runs affiliated chapters in Malaysia, Myanmar, and Taiwan.
Polis Post Walk
Meet: HarbourFront MRT control station (**NE1** \|\| **CC29) facing B1 Vivocity**
When: Thursday 4 Jun 5 pm
\*\*This is a Rain or Shine event. Please take a good lunch or bring along some snacks if you feel hungry along the way. Where there are thunderstorms, we will adjourn for coffee or early dinner. We will resume the walk once the rain subsides.
Please be punctual. You are encouraged to be slightly early to avoid disappointments. There will be 5 minutes grace for attendance taking. Please remember that we cannot wait because this would be unfair to those already present.
Let's go find an old abandoned Polis Post before it's demolished!
See you there! :-)
What to bring:
\- Shades
\- umbrellas
\- Water
\- Good walking shoes
\- Long pants preferred
\- Mosquito Repellent
Event communication will be through the event chat. Please check the event chat on the day of the event so that you will be updated on any changes.
Please be sure to RSVP responsibly to help those who are on the waitlist get the chance to come for the walks.
***You should confirm your RSVPs the day before the event to allow those on the waitlist time to schedule for the event.***
Thank you for your kind understanding.
Disclaimer:
Your physical well-being is your responsibility. Exercise care while you walk. Please let me know when you feel unwell and need to drop out.
Walking comes with a risk of personal injury.
***By joining the walk, you accept responsibility for your safety and join the walk at your own risk. The organizer(s) will not be responsible or held liable for any accidents or injuries during or arising from the event.***
Singapore Business Networking Meetup
**💡 Topic**:
**🗣 Speaker:**
📅 **Date**: 5th Jun 2026
🕒 **Time**: 7.30AM - 9.30AM
📍 **Venue**: Amara Hotel, 165, Tanjung Pagar Rd
**💰 Cos**t: $60/pax
**👔 Attire**: Professional or formal.
**Here's how you can join us.**
Send your details to [https://forms.gle/Gt7UemdzUjgRG4ci7](https://forms.gle/Gt7UemdzUjgRG4ci7)
\- The meeting date \(**5th Jun 2026** for this case).
\- Your full name\.
\- Your email\.
**What you can get from our online Networking:**
✅ plenty of business contacts to expand your network. We expect about 35-45 business owners or self-employed from various trades.
✅ Introduction of yourself and your products/ services to the face-to-face meeting.
**What this MeetUp is NOT:**
This is not a platform for MLM companies' recruitment (nothing wrong with MLM companies; we welcome you but respect the meeting and do not do recruitment during the physical networking. It never works out this way in any case)
**P.S.**: This is a BNI-setting networking event.
Here is the **link to register** again;
[https://forms.gle/Gt7UemdzUjgRG4ci7](https://forms.gle/Gt7UemdzUjgRG4ci7)
Technological disruption has changed how businesses are run. The advent of technology has phased out many business models. However, no matter how advanced technology can be, human connection and relations remain essential aspects of the business.
**How can we stay lean and keep ahead of competitors?**
We welcome you to our online Business Networking Day, where you can meet with like-minded business owners to make connections and seek collaborations for business growth. If you are an enthusiastic business owner, you are in the right place. See you there.
Join us for 120 minutes of guided networking with business owners from different trades, and find out how you can grow your business using our BNI platform of:
✅ weekly face time with members and visitors;
✅ quality referrals;
✅ Regular showcases for every member.
To join us for our networking session, go to [https://forms.gle/Gt7UemdzUjgRG4ci7](https://forms.gle/Gt7UemdzUjgRG4ci7)
Geek Out, Stress Out!
## Details
**♟️ Geek Out, Stress Out 🎯**
**Note:** If you are hosting games, you can create a session under this event via this URL: [https://playbojio.vercel.app/](https://playbojio.vercel.app/)
Ready to flex that board game brain? This night is for the seasoned gamers, the engine-builders, the tableau tacticians, and the worker placement pros. We're diving into the deeper end of the tabletop pool—**strategy games that challenge, engage, and maybe even melt your brain (in a good way).**
Whether you're plotting your next move in a Euro classic or trying out a hot new release, this is your space to **go big on games** and connect with fellow strategy lovers.
Bring your A-game, bring your favorite titles to share, and let’s get into the good stuff.
**Venue:** Geekster
**Time:** 7pm to 11pm (Every Thu)
**Address:** 100 Lorong 23 Geylang #03-02 S388398 (Near to Aljunied MRT, take the shorter path at Atrix Bulding)
**Fee:**
Option A: Roll 2 dice and the sum will be the entry fee
Option B: S$8 per entry
Both options come with **ONE** complimentary drink
**🎲 Play Arena Rules 🎲**
1️⃣ Max capacity: 24 people (excluding Geekster). RSVP is first come, first served. If you can’t make it, please de-RSVP so others on the waitlist can join. ✅🔄
2️⃣ Be respectful—no excessive noise or aggressive behavior. 🚫🎭
3️⃣ You’re welcome to bring your own games! Just make sure they’re ***clean*** and ***mold-free***. Comment below with what you're bringing. 😊🎲
4️⃣ Handle all games with care. Damage to Geekster’s games may incur a replacement fee. 💸⚠️
5️⃣ No outside food or drinks (except plain water). Keep food and drinks away from games. 🚱🍔
6️⃣ Feeling unwell? Please stay home. Hosts may deny entry if needed. 🤒❌
7️⃣ Keep an eye on your belongings; management isn’t responsible for lost items. 🎒👀
8️⃣ Theft = police report + permanent ban. 🚔🚨
Please join our **Telegram** group here for more details/updates:
[https://t.me/+6r-3vSQcxwNjZjM1](https://t.me/+6r-3vSQcxwNjZjM1)
**CONNECT WITH US!**
**📌 Follow us on** [IG](https://www.instagram.com/geekster.sg/)
**📌 Check out our latest arrivals and pre-orders on our** [website](https://www.geekster.sg/)
Art showcase opening night
Art showcase tonight. RSVP if you are keen to check out the works together .
Dragon Horns Via Ferrata Adventure <Closed>
Please click [https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1G5Dp3qULU/](https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1G5Dp3qULU/) for trip details.
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For trip payment & confirmation, kindly WhatsApp:
Kelvin [https://wa.me/6593838649](https://wa.me/6593838649) or
Magdalene [https://wa.me/6597914105](https://wa.me/6597914105)
For more adventure trips, please click: [https://linktr.ee/wlcadventure](https://linktr.ee/wlcadventure)
Ex-New Yorkers Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
Boulder without Borders: Expat & Newbie Climbing Group
A bouldering meetup for climbers and curious newcomers from all walks of life.
Skip the bar - swap happy hour for a healthier kind of hangout. Boulder Without Borders is all about getting on the wall, challenging yourself at your own pace, and making real connections between sends.
Whether you're a seasoned climber or stepping onto a mat for the first time, you're welcome here. No experience needed, no pressure - just good climbs and laid-back conversations during the rest breaks (and trust us, there will be rest breaks).
**What to expect:**
* Climb at your own level
* Talk about life and share more about each other
* A fun, active alternative to the usual drinking sessions
**Day passes** can be purchased directly from me ($24 per pass) or directly at the gym ($32). Message me on Telegram @thelivingwild if you’re coming!
🎉 [FREE ENTRY] After Work Social – Meet New Friends and Dine and Chill
# 🎉 After Work Social – Meet New Friends, Dine & Chill
**Good conversations.**
**Comfort food.**
**New connections.**
Instead of another evening scrolling through your phone, come join a relaxed social night where strangers become friends over food, drinks, and easy conversations.
In collaboration with Offbeat, we’re creating a welcoming space where young professionals and newcomers in Singapore can connect naturally in a casual dining environment.
No pressure.
No awkward networking.
Just real people and good vibes.
***
# 💬 What to Expect
This isn’t the kind of event where people stand around awkwardly holding their drink.
We help the room flow naturally so conversations start easily.
✔ Meet **12–20 new people** in one evening
✔ Light guided introductions to break the ice
✔ Relaxed dining & drinks atmosphere
✔ Reserved space for our group
✔ Open mingling throughout the night
Coming alone? That’s completely normal.
Most people do — and by the end of the night, you won’t feel like you came alone.
***
# 👥 Who Should Join
This event is perfect for:
• Young professionals **18–39**
• Locals, expats & newcomers to Singapore 🌏
• People looking to expand their social circle
• Anyone who enjoys meaningful conversations over loud nightlife
This is **not a dating event** — just a social space to meet new people.
***
WARNING: WE WILL BE CONSTANTLY CHANGING YOUR SEAT
***
# 🕒 Evening Flow
**6:30 PM – Arrival & Welcome**
Grab a drink and meet a few friendly faces.
**7:00 PM – Social Introductions**
Short guided introductions to help conversations start naturally.
**7:15 PM onwards – Chill & Mingle**
Reconnect with people you clicked with or continue chatting over food and drinks.
***
✨ RSVP required
***
# 🌆 Why Join?
Singapore is a fast-paced city.
But the best friendships often start with a simple conversation.
After Work Social creates a relaxed space where:
✨ You meet people outside your usual circle
✨ Conversations go beyond small talk
✨ You leave the night with real connections
***
🚫 **Community Reminder**
This is a **social after-work gathering**, not a business networking event.
Please **no MLM promotions, insurance selling, or business pitching during the event** so everyone can relax and enjoy genuine conversations.
***
**Come dine. Chill. Meet new people.00**
Fast Friending - Real Connections! (FREE Ladies Entry/Happy Hours/21-45)
As adults, meeting new people isn’t as easy as it used to be. Between busy schedules and shrinking social circles, it can feel hard to form fresh connections—and while we’re constantly interacting online, it rarely matches the warmth and depth of a real, face-to-face conversation.
That’s where our Fast Friending Evening comes in. It’s all about genuine, in-person connections with like-minded ladies and gents in the city city — hosted in a safe, well-organised environment where women’s safety is a clear priority. Just show up, be yourself, and enjoy an evening of effortless conversations and meaningful new connections
🎟 Tickets (cash only; collected at the start at your host Frisca):
Ladies – FREE
Gents – 20 SGD
✨ What Makes This Event Special?
\- FREE entry for ladies \(RSVP required\)
\- Happy Hours till 10 pm\!
\- Guided social experience to help you meet people comfortably
\- Fun icebreakers to make conversations even easier
\- Fast\-friending rounds so you can connect with multiple attendees
\- A reserved space just for our group
\-\-\-
🕖 Evening Flow
8:00 PM – Arrival & Welcome
Settle into our reserved area, grab a drink, and let Shelly introduce you to a few friendly faces.
8:30 PM to 9:30 PM – Fast Friending
\- Meet a new person every 3\-6 minutes\.
\- Frisca will guide each switch so you can connect with many lovely attendees in a short amount of time\.
After 9:30 PM – Open Mingling
Continue conversations with your favourite connections or meet more people at your own pace.
**Our venue for the evening -** We have a reserved area where our members can meet each other in a supportive environment!
\- We are not a close knit tight group\. Our evenings are warm and comfortable for members attending for the first time and those coming alone\. You will not feel alone\!
\- We have many groups in this city\. Members of our other groups who RSVP are included as guests of the organisers in order to give you an indication of expected people\.
\- This evening is for ladies and gents in the 21 to 45 age group\. While some will be at the younger end of this range there will also be others at the other end of the range and lots in\-between\! You will naturally gel with others of your own age range and so you will always find many attendees who fit your range\.
\- We are not a dating group\. Our events are not organised to manage your dating life\. Our group is created to help ladies and gents meet other like minded ladies and gents\. Please do not attend our event if a perfect gender balance is important for your enjoyment of our meet\-up\.
\-\-\-\-\-\-\-
Why do we have tickets?
1. Cover our costs - Our host is compensated for their time and work. We also pay meetup and have dedicated staff to manage our events, hosts, venues and communication.
2. Group Safety - By securing your ticket we have a record and you contribute to a well organized evening where everyone is more committed and better behaved.
3. Management - Tickets help us better manage attendee group size, book suitable space and activity.
ABOUT [fastfriends.co.uk ](https://fastfriends.co.uk/)-
We have connected members successfully for the past 10 years in over 30 cities (operating as Expatsclub, MeetConnectDevelop and fastfriends.co.uk).
**Here are some videos which will give you some guidance -**
Secrets of socializing at our meetups - [http://bit.ly/secrets-socializing](http://bit.ly/secrets-socializing)
How to make new friends - [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v6GB0Hc_bSs](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v6GB0Hc_bSs)
How to make people like you at our socials -[ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K4guProkKrI](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K4guProkKrI)
Why you should attend our evenings - [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wEjwGBXzJE8](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wEjwGBXzJE8)
Fast Friending - Real Connections! (FREE Ladies Entry/Happy Hours/21-45)
As adults, meeting new people isn’t as easy as it used to be. Between busy schedules and shrinking social circles, it can feel hard to form fresh connections—and while we’re constantly interacting online, it rarely matches the warmth and depth of a real, face-to-face conversation.
That’s where our Fast Friending Evening comes in. It’s all about genuine, in-person connections with like-minded ladies and gents in the city city — hosted in a safe, well-organised environment where women’s safety is a clear priority. Just show up, be yourself, and enjoy an evening of effortless conversations and meaningful new connections
🎟 Tickets (cash only; collected at the start at your host Frisca):
Ladies – FREE
Gents – 20 SGD
✨ What Makes This Event Special?
\- FREE entry for ladies \(RSVP required\)
\- Happy Hours till 10 pm\!
\- Guided social experience to help you meet people comfortably
\- Fun icebreakers to make conversations even easier
\- Fast\-friending rounds so you can connect with multiple attendees
\- A reserved space just for our group
\-\-\-
🕖 Evening Flow
8:00 PM – Arrival & Welcome
Settle into our reserved area, grab a drink, and let Shelly introduce you to a few friendly faces.
8:30 PM to 9:30 PM – Fast Friending
\- Meet a new person every 3\-6 minutes\.
\- Frisca will guide each switch so you can connect with many lovely attendees in a short amount of time\.
After 9:30 PM – Open Mingling
Continue conversations with your favourite connections or meet more people at your own pace.
**Our venue for the evening -** We have a reserved area where our members can meet each other in a supportive environment!
\- We are not a close knit tight group\. Our evenings are warm and comfortable for members attending for the first time and those coming alone\. You will not feel alone\!
\- We have many groups in this city\. Members of our other groups who RSVP are included as guests of the organisers in order to give you an indication of expected people\.
\- This evening is for ladies and gents in the 21 to 45 age group\. While some will be at the younger end of this range there will also be others at the other end of the range and lots in\-between\! You will naturally gel with others of your own age range and so you will always find many attendees who fit your range\.
\- We are not a dating group\. Our events are not organised to manage your dating life\. Our group is created to help ladies and gents meet other like minded ladies and gents\. Please do not attend our event if a perfect gender balance is important for your enjoyment of our meet\-up\.
\-\-\-\-\-\-\-
Why do we have tickets?
1. Cover our costs - Our host is compensated for their time and work. We also pay meetup and have dedicated staff to manage our events, hosts, venues and communication.
2. Group Safety - By securing your ticket we have a record and you contribute to a well organized evening where everyone is more committed and better behaved.
3. Management - Tickets help us better manage attendee group size, book suitable space and activity.
ABOUT [fastfriends.co.uk ](https://fastfriends.co.uk/)-
We have connected members successfully for the past 10 years in over 30 cities (operating as Expatsclub, MeetConnectDevelop and fastfriends.co.uk).
**Here are some videos which will give you some guidance -**
Secrets of socializing at our meetups - [http://bit.ly/secrets-socializing](http://bit.ly/secrets-socializing)
How to make new friends - [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v6GB0Hc_bSs](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v6GB0Hc_bSs)
How to make people like you at our socials -[ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K4guProkKrI](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K4guProkKrI)
Why you should attend our evenings - [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wEjwGBXzJE8](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wEjwGBXzJE8)
Admire Swiss gem stones
Admire Swiss gem stones and let me know if you can’t get the tickets I’ll spare u one
https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/of-time-stone-a-swiss-showcase-by-norqain-stefanias-stones-tickets-1986315971541
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✅KULAI 古來->HAKKA VILLAGE/PUOTO VILLAGE/JPO/PINEAPPLE FARM AND MORE....
**THE BEST OF KULAI 古來 TOUR:**
**HAKKA VILLAGE/PUOTO VILLAGE/JPO**
**/PINEAPPLE FARM AND MORE....**
**Date: 6JUNE 2026(SAT)**
**☆EVENT DETAIL:**
**Cost: $130/person**
3 persons or more sign up and payment together is $120/person
**INTERESTED, WHATAPPS 94884478 Wilfred or RSVP via MEETUP:**
[https://www.meetup.com/lets-go-travelling-hiking/events/314256746/](https://www.meetup.com/lets-go-travelling-hiking/events/314256746/)
**TOUR HIGHLIGHTS:**
◾Kulai 古来 Sightseeing Tour
-Kelapa Sawit Hakka Village
-Mural / Street Arts
◾Pineapple Farm Tour + Free Samples
◾Johore Premium Factory
◾Kulai Putuo Village
◾Bukit Indah Aeon Mall / Massage / Shopping
◾Bukit Indah for Dinner
**◾Bukit Indah Town (3 Hours of Relaxing Time)**
To a land of scrumptious good food, relaxing hotels with affordable prices and fun-filled family-oriented entertainment, Bukit Indah has so much to offer! We will be visiting for shopping, massaging and relaxing after checking out from Treehouses before heading back to Singapore
**☆INCLUDE:**
\* 1 Event Host
\*Guided Tour
\*Nictar Pineapple Farm Tour
\* Transportation
Van < 14 person
Bus >15 person
\* Dinner included if group-size is 10 or more
**☆EXCLUDE:**
Travel Insurance
Things not mentioned in itinerary
Bukit Indah Massage/Shopping etc, at own cost
Putuo Village Bamboo Forest Entrance Fee RM20/person
**☆PAYMENT:**
**Paynow xxx to UEN 201727764C** Wilfred Go Travelling & Hiking Pte or Bank Transfer to DBS Current Account 0029069789 and Text 94884478 with Print-screen Receipt
TA License No 03066
TA NAME: WILFRED GO TRAVELLING & HIKING PTE LTD
\*\*To Connect With Us With Latest Events Broadcast & News:
1\. Telegram Channel:
[https://t.me/wilfredtravelsg](https://t.me/wilfredtravelsg)
2\. Whatapps Channel:
[https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaJmIsU9mrGTPqpect3l](https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaJmIsU9mrGTPqpect3l)
3\. Facebook:
[https://www.facebook.com/events/calendar](https://www.facebook.com/events/calendar)
**☆Suggested Itinerary:**
(Sat), (L)
645am: Marsiling MRT
650am: Woodlands Custom
730am: Depart JB Custom
815am: Breakfast
1015am: Hakka Village/ Mural Wall / Street Arts
11am-Puoto Village
12pm: Johore Premium Outlet + Own Lunch
2pm: Nictar Pineapple Farm Tour
4pm: Bukit Indah Shopping/ Massage
630pm: Dinner @ Loon Sing Taman Daya
8pm: JB Custom
9pm: Marsiling MRT
**DISCLAIMER, INDEMNITY AND TERMS OF PARTICIPATION:**
**\-\-\-ACKNOWLEDGEMENT TO OUR TERMS & CONDITIONS\-\-\-**
[https://www.wilfredtravel.org/terms-and-conditions](https://www.wilfredtravel.org/terms-and-conditions)
Friday Dinner & Drinks | Expats Social (Biweekly)
**Biweekly Friday Dinner & Drinks**
Join us for a fun evening, social meet up and making new friends in Singapore! Whether you're new in town or an experienced expat, this event is the perfect opportunity to connect and learn about new cultures with other expats, while enjoying conversation and laughter with like-minded individuals.
* Fun icebreaker games will be provided to help everyone feel comfortable and get the conversations flowing.
**What to Expect**
• Reserved area exclusively for our group
• Beautiful Marina Bay location
• Guided introductions & light icebreakers
• International crowd of professionals & expats
• Friendly social atmosphere
Location: Chimichanga Marina called Chimi's Especial
Time: 7pm onwards
Entrance fee: $10
If you have any questions message us here on Meetup or WhatsApp: +65 88982391
**About Us**
**Singapore Expats Association** connects expats and globally-minded individuals across Singapore through curated social events, networking evenings, and community experiences.
Visit our website to learn more:
https://www.expatassociation.com/
Join as a member for FREE to receive partner discounts and exclusive perks:
https://www.expatassociation.com/join-us
Ex-New Yorkers Events Near You
Connect with your local Ex-New Yorkers community
Pop-up Book Club 4: Going to Meet The Man, stories by James Baldwin
Let’s meet and share discussion of the James Baldwin short story collection, Going to Meet The Man.
You Exist Too Much by Zaina Arafat
[Columbus library link to book](https://cml.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S105C3351321)
Location: The Goat River South
219 S High St, Columbus, OH 43215
Street parking is free on Sundays
[Menu](https://static1.squarespace.com/static/686d3ed16745133042482c5f/t/68ff654dbb03b96875430bde/1761568077220/all_brunch-20250311.pdf)
Book summary:
On a hot day in Bethlehem, a twelve-year-old Palestinian-American girl is yelled at by a group of men outside the Church of the Nativity. She has exposed her legs in a biblical city, an act they deem forbidden, and their judgement will echo on through her adolescence. When our narrator finally admits to her mother that she is queer, her mother's response only intensifies a sense of shame: 'You exist too much,' she tells her daughter. Told in vignettes that flash between the U.S. and the Middle East--from New York to Jordan, Lebanon, and Palestine--Zaina Arafat's debut novel traces her protagonist's progress from blushing teen to sought-after DJ and aspiring writer.
Art & Craft Maker Meetup
**Get your creative flow going with a Sunday Afternoon Maker Meetup!**
Whether you are looking to carve out dedicated creative time, wanting to get a lingering project across the finish line, or just looking to chat with fellow local makers—this is the space for you.
🧵 **What to Bring**
Bring any art or craft project you are currently working on, as long as it is portable and quiet. Think:
* **Yarn & Thread:** Knitting, crochet, embroidery, cross-stitch, hand-sewing, mending.
* **Paper & Sketching:** Sketchbooks, adult coloring books, watercolors, bullet journaling.
* **Digital:** Tablets, iPad drawing, laptop writing/design.
* *Please note: Because we are meeting in a shared public space, no power tools, sewing machines, or high-odor materials (like strong solvents or spray glues), please!*
**📍 Where to Find Us**
* We will be meeting at **Columbus Metropolitan Library - Martin Luther King Branch** in **Meeting Room 1**. Room is reserved under **CBUS Maker Meetup.**
**⏱️ Timeline**
* **1:00 PM:** Arrive, grab a seat, get settled, and do a quick round of introductions so we can see what everyone is working on.
* **1:15 PM - 3:00 PM:** Open maker time! Chat, craft, relax, and swap creative ideas.
**⚠️ A Note on RSVPs**
Space for this first meetup is strictly limited to 10 spots.
If your plans change and you can no longer attend, please update your RSVP to "Not Going" as soon as possible so someone on the waitlist can grab your spot. We ask that you try to give at least 48 hours' notice if you need to cancel.
***
**We can't wait to meet you and see what you're making! All skill levels welcome.**
Feel Good Friday: POWER BALLAD at the Gateway Film Center + SHAKE NO. 8!
Join us as we get together to see Paul Rudd in the latest comedy-drama-musical from John Carney, POWER BALLAD! The film follows a washed-up wedding singer, a fading boy band singer and a stolen hit song. Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event:
DESCRIPTION: Rick, a washed-up wedding singer, and Danny, a fading boy band star, bond over music and a late-night jam session. When Danny turns Rick's song into a hit, Rick sets out to reclaim the recognition he believes he deserves. Power Ballad is written/directed by John Carney, the master of the modern musical and creative mind behind Once, Begin Again and Sing Street! It stars Paul Rudd, Nick Jonas, Peter McDonald, Marcella Plunkett, Havana Rose Liu and Jack Reynor.
BUZZ & ACCLAIM: The film premiered to rave reviews at this year’s Dublin International Film Festival where critics call it “a sure-fired crowd-pleaser” that “just might be the feel-good hit of the year!” Others say, “Paul Rudd delivers a career-best performance in this charmer” that’s both “hilarious and deeply moving." The film continues John Carney’s “long run of success with yet another charmer” and “a sharp, hopeful crowd-pleaser that strikes the right notes!”
SUMMER OF ICE CREAM, VOL 2: SHAKE NO. 8! Ranked the #1 Ice Cream Shop in Columbus, this is a perfect early stop on our Summer of Ice Cream! Their menu uses made-from-scratch recipes in an array of traditional, specialty and vegan shakes, hot cocoa, crepes, waffle sticks, specialty coffee & espresso, and more! Their specialty shakes are as delicious as they are over-the-top and they offer an extensive vegan menu! You can check out their full menu here: [https://www.shakeno8.com/menu.php](https://www.shakeno8.com/menu.php)
PLAN: Please purchase your ticket for the 6:45pm showing and we’ll meet in the upstairs lobby between 6:25 and 6:35pm! Advance ticket purchase is advised for this opening night showing! Once you have yours, please list your seat number in the Comments section of this event. We'll head to nearby Shake No. 8 immediately following the show!
Should be a fun one, Dan
Networking Luncheon at North High
Build your network the fun and productive way!
We have had THOUSANDS of amazing connections created at our luncheons over the last 9 years!
Join us at the brand new North High Brewing, in Downtown Dublin, every 3rd Monday from 11:30am-1pm!
The address is: 56 N High St, Dublin, OH 43017
There is plenty of free parking across the street in the Library Parking lot!
All are welcome, and there is no charge for the event.
Just purchase your own lunch!
Whether you are a new networker, or a seasoned networker, you'll feel welcome from the time you arrive, and leave energized with all of your new connections!
Arrive at 11:30am to enjoy some open networking in a very cool location!
At 11:45am, everyone will be seated, order their own meals, and get to know their new table-mates!
Beginning at noon, we provide the opportunity for all participants to be introduced and welcomed to the group.
Having a good conversation and want to stay longer?
No problem, we have a private room, so stay as long as you like.
We do have a limited amount of space, so RSVP right away and please honor your RSVP! I will keep an eye out and close off the event once we reach capacity.
See you at lunch!
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Saturday Mornings @ East Market
Let's grab some coffee/food and share a morning chat! The East Market has an ample parking lot and outdoor and indoor seating.
Grab a cup of coffee from Winston's Coffee & Waffles or on your way to East Market and meet us on the second floor - table behind or east of the elevator.
Per what this group is about:
"Everyone is welcome! International transplants to Columbus who want to improve language skills, Columbus residents who enjoy talking to people from other countries, and those who would like to discuss international travel and culture, and who enjoy getting together for good conversations."








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