English Books & Literature

Let’s gather to socialize and chase away the Monday blues! 🎉 Here is where strangers become friends:
Through our regular sessions, it creates opportunities for individuals to connect on a deeper level, share experiences, and grow together as a diverse and vibrant community! Met someone whom you find interesting? Feel free to exchange contacts at your own discretion. Strictly no selling or soliciting during the event, however you’re welcome to take it offline if both parties are agreeable 😊 Everyone is expected to order something from the menu, even if it’s just a drink. Do settle your bill before leaving the meetup 💳 You’re encouraged to swap seats or walk around to mingle; it’s also perfectly fine if you prefer to stay put in your comfort zone ⭐️ **Event Fee: $2** _Why is there a need to charge?_ 1. Compensates the time & effort to host this event 2. Offsets meetup organizer subscription costs **_-Event fee will be collected when you reach the venue, payable by PayNow or cash_** As your host, I’m here to ensure that this is a safe, respectful, and welcoming environment for all participants. If you have any concerns, feel free to approach me 🤗 Note: Action will be taken against members who display inappropriate behaviour or violate the above guidelines ⛔️

Join us for our Squash Sessions happening every Monday / Wednesday / Thursday 6pm to 8pm or 8pm to 10pm Suitable for beginners to the Squash Regulars. Each Session is $15 for pay per play. You can also enquire about being a member when you arrive. We use Meetup.com to advertise the session and our members use a private whatsapp group to register. So should you be the only one signing up, you may still see a full house that evening. Do sign up prior as we are limited to 16 pax per 2 hours sessions. Do whatsapp the organizer at 9006 0909 @Trevor to expedite the reply and confirmation of your bookings.

Advance & Intermediate players for fantastic games. WA Jack 96893094 to confirm yr RSVP. 2hrs $20 or 3hrs $22 premium shuttles & aircon courts. We play 135 (Mon, Wed & Fri) wkly. Looking for advance/high intermediate players to join the ICML (Inter-Club Master League) & other tournaments throughout the year.

**🌿 Mindful Nature Walk – Connect & Relax with Your Loved Ones 🫶** ✨ Turn your Mondays into a time for calm, presence, and **family connection** 🗓 Every Monday | ⏰ 6:30PM – 7:15PM | 📍 Bishan–AMK Park (meet at McDonald’s entrance) --- **Why Join?** Feeling stressed after a long day, overwhelmed by conflicts at home, or unsure how to connect with your children? This **family-friendly nature walk** is designed to help parents and families **destress, release tension, and strengthen bonds.** Led by **Coach Yan with 10+ years of experience** guiding individuals and families in meditation, mindful connection, and emotional balance, this walk provides: • Opportunities to **relax and release stress** after busy weekdays • Interactive ways to **connect with your children and partner** • Simple exercises to **notice patterns in nature and reflect on family life** • Moments of fun, curiosity, and playful bonding for all ages Whether you’re searching for **ways to unwind, improve family communication, or spend quality time together**, this walk gives you the tools and space to do so naturally. --- What to Expect: 45-minute guided nature walk Gentle, body-based mindful activities inspired by the natural world Fun, interactive experiences for parents and children Simple reflection prompts to explore nature together and spark curiosity Who’s It For: Families, young couples, friends, and children Anyone looking for **family bonding activities, stress relief, or mindful ways to connect at home** --- What to Bring: 👟 Comfortable shoes | 💧 Water | 🦟 Mosquito repellent (optional) | 🧻 Tissues / small towel | 💖 Open heart + mind 🕰 Arrive 5–10 minutes early. Live location will be shared via WhatsApp for the first 15 minutes. --- **About Your Guide:** Coach Yan – swim coach, workshop trainer, life coach, and meditation facilitator with **10+ years of experience.** She helps families and individuals **create calmer, healthier, and more loving homes,** supporting authentic connection, emotional balance, and mutual understanding. --- Energy Exchange: $15 per person | Free for kids below 12 We charge this to cover: 👉 Admin and logistics of running the meetup 👉 Maintaining and coordinating the group 👉 Ensuring a consistent, high-quality experience for participants 📲 DM for questions or RSVP PayNow to +6598726782 and share your screenshot + name to secure your spot --- Testimonials: > “Wanted to thank Coach Yan for very kindly and patiently guiding me through meditation which gave me much peace within. Really appreciate her active listening, being sensitive, and holding space to make me feel at ease and comfortable. Thankful for the guidance too.” ~ Z. Low > “Coach Yan has a lot of experience in meditation and spirituality at her age. She gave her best energy to help people who attended her sessions have deep and insightful experiences. I recommend people who want to start meditation or go deeper into their own spiritual journey to engage her for her services.” ~ Sam L. --- **Make Mondays something to look forward to 🌳** --- 🌿 Note on Safety: By joining this walk, you take responsibility for your own well-being. This is a gentle, guided wellness activity in nature—not a medical or therapy session. Please move at your own pace and look after yourself and your children.

Meet us at Jypsy Parkland Green (East Coast Park) for a calm, low-pressure reading session by the coast. Format * 10 min — quick introductions * 60 min — quiet reading (bring any book you like) * 20 min — relaxed chat afterwards (books, life, anything) We’ll be seated at Jypsy Parkland Green, a breezy coastal spot at 920 East Coast Parkway, #01-25/26/27, Parkland Green, Singapore 449875 (cashless venue). Feel free to grab a drink/food and settle in — you don’t need to be a “serious” reader, just come as you are.

Welcome! Gist below! :-) 1. Bring a book to the meet! 2. Buy a drink (and a bite if you're hungry). 3. Say hi to the folks. 4. Read! 5. We'll do a short round of intros and a short sharing at the end too. :) Come in and find us (we're probably the only reading group)! In the event that the place is full, we'll find a back up nearby. :-) This is a limited seats, small group event, so do try to update your RSVP early if your plans change! Thanks in advance! Nearest MRT: Farrer Park (NE8)

I'm creating a club open to anyone that's ever tried reading more than a page in a book and hasn't done so because of modern media induced ADHD. **The idea is to meet , each person read a page or more from their own book and everyone talk about it** . I mean just talk like normal human beings used to . I miss the days when I had real human beings for company and we could talk freely . **All you need to become a part of this group is to be a human being that craves company , coffee and laughter!** There is no preparation required , you don't need to finish a book to come over , just pick one that you've always wanted to read or may be even pick one from my collection ! I can't think of a better way to spend a Sunday morning ! can't wait to meet you all ! **What you need to bring** \- yourself \! and a book you like if you can or pick one of mine \! and atleast 2 hr of your time \! **What you can expect** \- Atleast 1 poem every time we meet cos \- we need beauty in our lives \! Sunday morning Coffee . Laughter. Watch the city walk by as you read and I listen.

Life moves fast, and sometimes it’s hard to find time to just read. I want to get back to the habit of reading, and I thought it would be wonderful if we could help each other do the same. **Join me for a few hours of quiet, uninterrupted reading.** \-\-\- The space has a large table with chairs \-\-\- Bring whatever makes you most comfortable to read\, whether that’s a cozy blanket\, notebook\, or your favorite mug of tea\. \-\-\- Feel free to bring your own food or drink to enjoy while you read\. Whether you want to escape into a novel, explore non-fiction, or simply enjoy some peaceful reading time, this is your space to slow down, recharge, and reconnect with the joy of reading. ♥️

Let's watch Singapore filmmaker **Jason Soo's Al Awda (Singapore, 2024)** together! Al Awda is a feature documentary that offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at the 2018 Freedom Flotilla mission to break the Gaza blockade. The fimmaker joined 21 activists on the boat including Singaporean exile Dr Ang Swee Chai. Please buy your own tickets ($17 each) here: https://carnivalcinemas.sg/ **(optional) 7.45pm** Gather outside Carnival Cinemas (Level 3, Golden Mile Tower) for a quick chat and introductions. **8pm** Film screening starts. **930pm** Approximate end of screening. Option to continue discussion, grab a bite/drink, etc.

Hanging out with Humanists – New Year Beer Tasting Edition! Kick off the new year the best way we know how: great company, zero dogma, and a cold beer in hand! Join your fellow humanists for a laid-back evening of beer tasting, good conversation, and making new friends. We’ll sample a bunch of tasty brews, share some laughs, and toast to curiosity, kindness, and living life deliciously. As always, it’s free, it’s easy, and everyone’s welcome 😀 Come raise a glass with us and let’s make 2026 the year of good beer and even better people! 🍻 Date: 2nd January 2026 Time: 7pm Onwards Location: 50 Ubi Ave 3, #01-12, Singapore 408866

🏛️ **WHAT'S PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY ABOUT?** Practical Philosophy is a weekly meet-up that brings critical thinkers together for an opportunity to dive deep on a topic, practice communicating, and building a community. All with no ‘official’ philosophy knowledge required! 😎 Practical Philosophy is based on the idea that philosophy should be accessible to all, and not something reserved only for academics. Each week we choose a topic, and the goal is to use the conversation to develop our critical thinking and communication as we explore that topic. The goal is to help develop our Critical Thinking, Communication, and Community 🙌 📓 **HOW DOES IT WORK?** Each week, we pick one topic and discuss it. The topic for the week is shared, generally in the [Whatsapp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hg7zL8ClpzM3agJCvw5HDS), along with jump-off points to get the conversation going. When groups get bigger than 7-8 people, it’s important that we break into smaller groups. This way we are able to maintain a conversational flow as opposed to having our meetups feel like a discourse or lecture. **General Meeting Agenda** Each Practical Philosophy meet-up follows this general timeline: * 19:00-19:15 - People arrive and chat, get to know each other before the ‘official' start. * 19:15-19:25 - Meeting introduction, explanation of Practical Philosophy and the topic for the week, read the guidelines and the overview so attendees know what to expect in terms of timelines. * 19:25-20:45 - Break into small groups - introduce yourselves and general thoughts on the topic, open discussion afterwards. At this point the group can review the ‘jump-off’ questions as needed, but they are just there to help guide the conversation. It’s not obligatory to answer them. * 20:45-21:00 - Bring everyone back together to discuss conclusions of the topic - each group gives a short 1-minute summary. Organizer concludes the meeting and everyone takes a group photo. * 21:00 - The official meeting is over but it’s a great opportunity to get to know people in a non-structured environment, so we often stick around, chat, and get to know each other. **🧧PRICING?** Practical Philosophy Club is FREE to attend! We just ask that if we are meeting in a café, buy a beverage! Some chapters rent a space for us to meet, and they may ask for donations to help contribute to the cost of rent. Donations will always be 100% voluntary though! 💛 WHAT PEOPLE SAY ABOUT PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY 🗣 “I feel like Philosophy Club helps someone build their own belief system through a series of perspectives while not promoting what’s right and wrong” - Ekam 🗣 “I got hooked from day 1 (the topic was authority) and felt it was the right place for me. I feel it is a place where people can go to learn and discuss new perspectives and increase critical thinking and community by interacting with people who might challenge your point of views but at the same time encourage you to have openness and mind flexibility.” - Daniel **🤓 FAQ** * ​What will we talk about? What's the topic? ​The topic for the week is shared every Sunday in the Whatsapp group. We try to add the topic to the comment section on this event page as well but if you don’t see it, the topic and the jump-off points will be in our [Whatsapp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hg7zL8ClpzM3agJCvw5HDS). * Do I need to study or read anything to attend? No preparation is necessary. This isn’t a study of other thinkers. We want to know what YOU think about the topic, not what an old philosopher thought. If you have a perspective from a religion or a school of thought to share, throw it on the table and we’ll discuss it, but it's not required. * Is there a specific philosophy that Practical Philosophy is focused on? The goal of our meet-ups is to not have dogmatic discussions, and flex our critical thinking muscles. Because of this, we want to hear from every realm of thought, and don't study a particular school. * Is it mostly men that attend? Surprisingly, no! Although philosophy is seen as a Candelabra affair in a dark room with a bunch of guys, our Practical Philosophy meetups are generally 50/50 between genders, and we don’t meet in any dark rooms. * Can I come alone? Of course you can, we encourage it :) * Can I be late? Please don't be! We do have a 15 minute grace period where we allow people to funnel in while we hang out, but after that if you arrive too late, it disrupts the flow of the conversation. * Where do you meet? The location is posted in Meetup and our [Whatsapp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hg7zL8ClpzM3agJCvw5HDS) group for this location. It is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that you join the Whatsapp group! If you want to know what other cities have a Practical Philosophy Club, you can see our chapters on our [website](https://www.practicalphilosophy.club/practical-philosophy-locations/). **PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY - Making Philosophy Available To All.** ✨ Practical Philosophy hosts weekly, in-person meetups in over 20 countries, including Canada, Spain, Japan, Mexico and many more! 🗺️ \*\*\* Join our [Whatsapp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hg7zL8ClpzM3agJCvw5HDS) 👈 Follow us on [Instagram](www.instagram.com/practicalphilosophyclub/) 👈 Our [website](https://www.practicalphilosophy.club/) 👈

Welcome, readers! ❄️ Our December read is **_A Quiet Life by Ethan Joella._** A Quiet Life by Ethan Joella is a tender, character-driven novel that follows three people in a small Pennsylvania town as they each cope with loss and seek connection. Chuck, a widower, struggles to find meaning after his wife’s death; Ella, a young woman, faces the heartbreak of her missing daughter; and Kirsten, a veterinary technician, grieves her father while contemplating her future. Their stories intertwine gently, revealing how grief and hope coexist—and how even small acts of kindness can help people rediscover purpose and peace in the aftermath of tragedy. Looking forward to discussing with everyone! At this meeting, our third annual White Elephant book exchange will take place! If you'd like to participate, bring a gift-wrapped book that you already own. On the gift wrap, write the genre of the book. We will meet at Zaftig Brewing Co in their event room in the back. We are welcome to bring in our own food, but **drinks must be purchased at the bar.** Happy reading! 📖

I don't usually pick romance but I really wanted to do a Hanukkah book. It's a bit on the longer side but hopefully a quick read. The library only has 5 audiobooks so please try to remember to "release it" when you're done. Columbus libraries: [https://cml.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S105C3503238](https://cml.bibliocommons.com/v2/record/S105C3503238) Location: The Goat Riversouth [219 South High Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215](https://www.google.com/maps?q=219%20South%20High%20Street%2C%20Columbus%2C%20Ohio%2043215%2C%20United%20States) [Menu](https://static1.squarespace.com/static/686d3ed16745133042482c5f/t/68ff654dbb03b96875430bde/1761568077220/all_brunch-20250311.pdf) Book summary: Rachel Rubenstein-Goldblatt is a nice Jewish girl with a shameful secret: she loves Christmas. For a decade she’s hidden her career as a Christmas romance novelist from her family. Her talent has made her a bestseller even as her chronic illness has always kept the kind of love she writes about out of reach. But when her diversity-conscious publisher insists she write a Hanukkah romance, her well of inspiration suddenly runs dry. Hanukkah’s not magical. It’s not merry. It’s not *Christmas*. Desperate not to lose her contract, Rachel’s determined to find her muse at the Matzah Ball, a Jewish music celebration on the last night of Hanukkah, even if it means working with her summer camp archenemy—Jacob Greenberg. Though Rachel and Jacob haven’t seen each other since they were kids, their grudge still glows brighter than a menorah. But as they spend more time together, Rachel finds herself drawn to Hanukkah—and Jacob—in a way she never expected. Maybe this holiday of lights will be the spark she needed to set her heart ablaze.

**Our January novel is: Once Upon a Wardrobe by Patti Callahan** **This month's featured novel is a 20th-century biographical fiction, coming-of-age, historical romance, women’s fiction, world literature, student biography, heartfelt, magic, and feel-good novel. The book is 311 pages in print and 7 hours and 8 minutes on audiobook.** 1950: Margaret Devonshire (Megs) is a seventeen-year-old student of mathematics and physics at Oxford University. When her beloved eight-year-old brother asks Megs if Narnia is real, logical Megs tells him it's just a book for children, and certainly not true. Homebound due to his illness, and remaining fixated on his favorite books, George presses her to ask the author of the recently released novel The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe a question: "Where did Narnia come from?" Despite her fear about approaching the famous author, who is a professor at her school, Megs soon finds herself taking tea with C. S. Lewis and his own brother Warnie, begging them for answers. Rather than directly telling her where Narnia came from, Lewis encourages Megs to form her own conclusion as he shares the little-known stories from his own life that led to his inspiration. As she takes these stories home to George, the little boy travels farther in his imagination than he ever could in real life. After holding so tightly to logic and reason, her brother's request leads Megs to absorb a more profound truth: "The way stories change us can't be explained. It can only be felt. Like love."

We will be having an open discussion of the book "the Soul of an Octopus" by Sy Montgomery. [this is the amazon link for this book](https://a.co/d/1bRn8h4)

We’ll be reading Brigands and Breadknives by Travis Baldtree this month! We recommend readingading “Bookshops and Bonedust” and “Legends and Lattes” before reading Brigands and Breadknives.

Join us for our January Book Club gathering where we will come together to discuss *Can't Spell Treason Without Tea* by Rebecca Thorne in a safe and welcoming environment. Make new friends who share your passion for books and connect with fellow LGBTQ book enthusiasts.