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Life Drawing at Spitting Gecko Art Studio, San Po Kong. Register by sending a private message directly to me on What's App 96144658. These sessions are limited in size. $250 per participant.

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On April 17th, Friday, come check it out a nice Bar in Soho, Central, BEATS, 6TH FLOOR, PAREKH HOUSE, 63 WYNDHAM STREET. A cozy warm spot to chill and hang out with friends and meet new people! Let’s set the new Friday standards at Beats, great drinks and amazing staff ready to welcome us! Professional Networking @BEATS Date : April 17th , Friday Time : 6 pm to 11 pm Free-Entry before 6:30 pm , buy a drink, re-entry not allowed ! Door : HKD100 (Cash) with one welcome standard drink. Happy-hour till 10 pm! Join us early to enjoy Friday after-work drinks! New Venue : BEATS : 6/F, Perekh House, 63 Wyndham Street, Central , Hong Kong ♥ The dress code : Smart casual. No shorts and /or flip-flops. • To facilitate venue’s (indoor/outdoor) handling for our events, please order a drink before start to introduce yourself and chat with members. Thank you. • Kind reminder : Bring some cash.

Meetup New Friends at Central HK (Free Entry) Time: Friday night usually \~7:30pm to 10pm (Weekly) Location: Central Market G/F (Center area), Central Hong Kong. 香港中環與新朋友見面 (Free Entry) 時間：週五晚上(通常) \~7:30pm 至 10pm（每週） 地點：香港中環中環街市地下（中心區）

This is the perfect activity for anyone wanting to improve their drawing - you don’t need any experience to join. The session is not tutorial, however our host Mary is more than happy to assist you. Please be sure to bring your own materials but if you need some extra we’ll have some basic materials. The sessions are 2 hours long with snacks and soft drinks. \*RSVP your spot by Whatsapp: 4449 0049 **What it includes:** *Free snacks, soft drinks.* **Event time:** 8-10PM **Fees: 299/head** (Please complete the payment 3 days before the session]. Once payment is received, we will send you a final confirmation and all the details you need for your session. Quote: 15ppl **Venue:** Suite 903, 44-46 Bonham Strand West, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong For more info, can check our IG: Midnight_bliss_studio or website: https://midnightbliss-studio.com/

As data volumes surge and systems grow increasingly fragmented, many SMEs struggle to transform information into meaningful, actionable insight. In this T-box seminar, experts will explore how Microsoft Fabric and Microsoft AI simplify data complexity and enable a unified, AI ready foundation aligned with emerging 2026 data and AI trends. Speakers will showcase Microsoft Fabric as an all in one, scalable data platform—highlighting its core capabilities, governance ready architecture, and built in AI powered by Fabric Copilot. Through real world use cases and live Copilot driven demonstrations, you’ll discover how organizations accelerate insights, unlock business value, and take practical next steps with quick win offers designed to help make AI real. Register now: [LINK](https://forms.hktdc.com/web/registration/CCM/en?id=69c0a3ad65b2061d68c57467&step=Form)

聖經討論會是以日常生活與專業議題（如人際關係、職涯發展、熱門新聞、理財、人工智能等）為基礎的基督教聖經討論。您亦可提議主題，內容信徒與否都合適。 Bible Talk is a social event based on everyday life and professional topics (such as relationships, career, popular news headlines, finance, AI…etc.) You are also welcome to suggest topics. All content will be hospitable to all backgrounds.👌 雖然主持人會援引聖經經文，但請放心，這是個安全的平台，歡迎您基於自身經驗、文化、哲學與宗教背景分享觀點。所有背景皆受歡迎且受到尊重。 Although the host will reference biblical scriptures. Please rest assured that this is a safe platform to share your perspective stemming from your experience, culture, philosophies and religions. All backgrounds are welcomed and respected. 😊 主體語言：英文（可提供中文協助） Main language: English (Chinese assistance is available)

Fitness WorkOut

**General idea:** Join us for a relaxed people-drawing-people activity over coffee or a drink. Both newcomers and experienced participants are welcome to join. **💰 Price** : Only pay for your drink! We don't charge a fee. **✅ Guidelines**: * Bring your own paper, pencil, drawing tablet etc ✏️ * Greet the host(s)! * Buy yourself a drink (tea, coffee, sodas, etc) * Find a seat and start drawing your surroundings (especially the people). 📣 **Join our socials!** Follow [our official Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/people_drawing_people/) for event photos **@peopledrawingpeople** Grow the event by sharing your own drawings and tag us! 📸 **Photos** Hosts will also take descriptive shots of the event and your drawings to promote this meetup to new members outside. If you prefer not to appear in photographs just let them know. **[ Optional activities ]** For variety we may suggest optional activities which you can choose to participate in or not. These include volunteering as a model for the group, or partnering up with people for longer model/artist exchanges, skill sharing, etc.

(Partner's Event) BBQ Party at ShenZhen Time: Every Sat 19:00 - 23:00 (Usually) Location: The Crazy Coconut Bar, ShenZhen Longhua Baishilong, 3rd floor, 3N100, Above Metro Exit B2 (BaiShiLong Metro Station) 瘋狂酒吧， 深圳龍華白石龍地鐵站B2上方，3樓 Refer to the picture for details on the BBQ Sat event.

Chinese Sword Dance - Beginners 中式劍舞 (初班) 🗡️ Discover the Art of Chinese Sword Dance ! 🩰 Beginner’s Class – No Experience Needed Tue/Sun 6-7pm South Horizons $150/hr Step into the graceful world of Chinese Sword Dance, where tradition meets movement. In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn: ✨ Fundamentals of Chinese Sword techniques in a dance-inspired style ✨ Basic Chinese dance movements to enhance coordination and flow ✨ Strength and flexibility training for arms, wrists, and fingers ✨ Footwork that tones and strengthens your legs ✨ A full-body workout that blends elegance with power The sword adds gentle resistance, turning each movement into a dynamic fitness experience. Whether you're exploring a new cultural art form or seeking a graceful way to stay active, this class is for you! Enquiry 查詢/ Class Booking 預約: lssdance2012@gmail.com WhatsApp : 65230389 Regular students no need to register here.

用公園內的原生植物及舍區的食材廚餘，製成天然染料。 藝術家會帶大家審視自己與社區、週邊環境的關係。 Using streets’ flower, fruit’s skin and wall’s weeds to make natural dyes. Also, artist brings us to think about the relationship between ourselves and community and environment. \*參加者將帶走一件DIY色彩衣物。 A dyeing shirt will be offered. **日期：2026年4月18日(星期六)** **時間：@4:30pm-7:00pm** **地點：舍區 (鰂魚涌海善里20號)** 集合時間及地點：@4:15-4:20pm @鰂魚涌港鐵站B出口,出閘後八達通查閱機旁等 /電聯 名額：4人 (同場另有男女公眾參與) 主辦單位：香港中文大學文化管理文學碩士課程 藝術家：赫立文 **Date: 18 April, 2026 (Saturday)** **Time: 4:30pm-7:00pm** **Address: Quarryside (20 Hoi Shin Lane, Quarry Bay)** Assemble: @4:15-4:20pm @Quarry Bay MTR station exit B where next to Octopus Enquiry Machines / by call Seat: 4 people limited (Other participants in event as well) Organization: Master of Arts in Cultural Management Program, CUHK Artist: Benjamin Hao MeetUp費：自由定價價值. 報名：按Attend-> 填寫1)聯絡電話號碼, 2)男/女, 3)你願意付出此次活動費用? -> 確認入選活動-> 繳費(入帳恆生銀行號碼: 359-366101-882 (NG Y\*\* S\*\*\*)/ FPS/PayMe: 97419423)-> 再以閣下電話whatsapp(97419423)以下資料: 1)MeetUp名字, 2)過帳通知書. MeetUp fee: Free pricing as you value. Join: Click ‘Attend’-> Write down your 1)Contact number, 2)Male/Female, 3)Fee that you would pay for this event?-> Get confirmation of being in the event-> Pay to Hang Seng Bank acc: 359-366101-882 (NG Y\*\* S\*\*\*)/ FPS/PayMe: 97419423-> Whatsapp 1)MeetUp name, 2)Payment notification \*\*\*a) Welcome foreigners. Please remark your language if you are foreigner. [歡迎外地本地人一同熱鬧.請外地人指明語言.] \*\*\*b) Participants are required to follow instruction of the venue. [參與者要遵守場地規則,違者則有可能被邀離開.] \*\*\*c) Late comer may be restricted to admit and continue in the activity. [主辦組織不作逾候,逾時者有可能不被參加,請預早抵達.] \*\*\*d) No refund or seat transfer after payment, unless is the cancellation of activity or by our group. [交費後若未能出席參與者,繳款不獲退回及轉讓.(除非活動取消而全數退款).] \*\*\*e) Photos taken by our group during activity will be blurred in our group as record and promotion. [活動如有拍照,本組將會朦化/馬賽克人物頭像,以作記錄和宣傳用途] \*\*\*f) When there are 3 No Show, we have the right to ban you out from our groups. [凡超過3次No Show者,本組有權將該組員移離本群組.]

*🗡️ Discover the Art of Chinese Sword Dance! 🩰* *Beginner’s Class – No Experience Needed* Step into the graceful world of Chinese Sword Dance, where tradition meets movement. In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn: ✨ Fundamentals of Chinese Sword techniques in a dance-inspired style ✨ Basic Chinese dance movements to enhance coordination and flow ✨ Strength and flexibility training for arms, wrists, and fingers ✨ Footwork that tones and strengthens your legs ✨ A full-body workout that blends elegance with power The sword adds gentle resistance, turning each movement into a dynamic fitness experience. Whether you're exploring a new cultural art form or seeking a graceful way to stay active, this class is for you! **📍 *Location:* South Horizons Community Centre – 1F Activities Room** **🕒 *Time:* Tuesdays or Sundays, 6–7pm** **📅 *Date:* RSVP** **💰 Fee : 150/hr** **💬 *Contact:* WhatsApp 6523 0389** *Unleash your inner warrior with elegance and flow. Join us today!*

This is the perfect activity for anyone wanting to improve their drawing - you don’t need any experience to join. The session is not tutorial, however our host Mary is more than happy to assist you. Please be sure to bring your own materials but if you need some extra we’ll have some basic materials. The sessions are 2 hours long with snacks and soft drinks. \*RSVP your spot by Whatsapp: 4449 0049 **What it includes:** *Free snacks, soft drinks.* **Event time:** 4:30-6:30PM **Fees: 299/head** (Please complete the payment 3 days before the session]. Once payment is received, we will send you a final confirmation and all the details you need for your session. Quote: 15ppl **Venue:** Suite 903, 44-46 Bonham Strand West, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong For more info, can check our IG: Midnight_bliss_studio or website: https://midnightbliss-studio.com/

AI is changing how art is made. But when does it stop being your work and start being the machine’s? This month we're going to be doing a panel with with digital image, music, and written word artists, talking about at what point, while using AI in the creation process, does the work become not the artist creation? We encourage audience participation during this event that will be moderated by Chris Slee. Whether you’re deep in the field or just getting curious, come connect with others building and exploring AI in Columbus. Sponsored by [Transform Labs](https://www.transformlabs.com/services) Sign up also accessible via [Transform Labs Luma](https://luma.com/55umjqta)

**Let’s catch up and take an afternoon break.** **Grab a coffee or snack and let’s chit chat! Gayle and I will bring adult coloring books and/or a simple craft if you’d like to unwind and relax.😊**

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! By attending an event with the CONNECTED Networking Group, Become a Better Networker, and/or Chris Borja, you are granting permission to the CONNECTED Networking Group, Become a Better Networker, Chris Borja, and anyone authorized, to have unlimited right, without charge, to use your likeness in photos, videos, recordings and in all media now known or hereafter created to be used and distributed in perpetuity for promotional and publicity purposes. By attending an event you agree to release the CONNECTED Networking Group, Become a Better Networker, Chris Borja, and anyone authorized, their staff, board of directors, members and their partners from any liability.

Our monthly meeting will be Sunday April 19th 1-4 PM This will be held at 4049 Garrett W Dr, Columbus, 43214 This is off of Olentangy River Rd, north of Riverside Hospital. This is the home of one of our members. Everyone is welcome - beginner to expert. This is a casual folding session. People will teach a few models.

The global Azure community is coming together again, and Columbus is officially on the map. View the session lineup and speakers at [Global Azure Columbus 2026](https://coazure.github.io/cbus-global-azure-2026/) On **Saturday, April 18, 2026**, the Azure Columbus Meetup, DevOps Meetup, and Code and Coffee Meetup are hosting our local edition of Global Azure 2026. This is a free, community-driven event packed with learning, networking, and all things Microsoft Azure. Whether you’re building modern cloud-native apps, experimenting with AI agents, deploying containers, automating infrastructure, or just beginning your Azure journey, this event is for you! **What to Expect** * Engaging technical sessions * Real-world Azure architecture & cloud-native patterns * AI, agents, automation, and modern DevOps * Food and drinks (because learning burns calories) * Time to connect with fellow engineers, architects, and cloud enthusiasts **Who Should Attend?** * Software engineers (any language, any stack) * Cloud architects * DevOps engineers * Data professionals * AI explorers * Platform builders * Anyone who loves solving hard problems with great tools If you build, deploy, automate, scale, monitor, or optimize in Azure, you’ll feel right at home. **Why Global Azure?** Global Azure is a worldwide community event where Azure user groups host learning sessions on the same day across the globe. It’s grassroots. It’s technical. It’s practical. And it’s powered by people who genuinely love sharing what they’ve learned. And yes, it’s free to attend!