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\*\*\* Please bear in mind tonight's event will be moving to a new venue, just a few blocks away from our usual venue Meeple Tree. Hi, we will have a board game gathering for expats gamers / English-speaking gamers in Hong Kong! It will be hosted by our lovely and friendly Meetup hosts Karen and Winnie! Strategy games, party games, hidden identity games, anything, your call! A free style event you are welcome to bring along your own games to break it to the gang! Sign up, and we will see you soon! Venue Fees: $100 / Ladies $80 (a complimentary drink is included) No show: No show will definitely be removed from the group. (Altogether 98 members have been removed from our groups so far due to no show.)

森林浴之旅 一場重新感受大自然的旅程 兩個半小時的行程中 我會為你打開一扇通往大自然的門 我們用不同的感官重新發掘大自然的可能性 聆聽大自然 與身邊的人分享 亦是一個和自己內在相處的時間 時間:3-530pm 地點:龍虎山郊野公園 價錢:300元 請私訊本頁報名安排付款以作確認 當天需要步行一小段路 而需要攜帶的物品或更多詳細資料 會於活動前再作通知。謝謝 希望有緣 山上見 活動內容簡介 森林浴的概念是鼓勵人們以身心靈放鬆和沉浸的方式，感受和接觸自然。 透過慢步、呼吸、觀察和五感體驗感知森林的聲音、光線、味道和質感等，來促進健康、增強幸福感和減少壓力。而森林本身亦擁有美好物質，例如芬多精 對人體免疫系統神學系統有正面幫助。 ANFT 的森林浴並非只是單純的散步，而是一種深入的自然療法實踐。導師會引導參與者進行一系列的感官活化活動，如深度聆聽、呼吸、靜觀、慢遊、品茶和分享等。透過這個過程，參與者能更加深地連結自然，從而達到身心的治愈與恢復。 此外，ANFT 的森林浴也著重於社群的互動與連結。它認為，在大自然的環境下分享經驗和情感，能夠增進人與人之間的關係，並在集體層面上創造更深的社區聯繫。 所以總括而言 森林浴是一場連接自己感受、享受與身邊朋友分享聆聽、重新與大自然萬物接觸相處既旅程同時放慢節奏前行亦不帶任何宗教信仰背景 適合不同年齡背景朋友參與 Forest Bathing Journey A journey to reconnect with nature During the two-and-a-half-hour journey I will open a door to nature for you Let's rediscover the possibilities of nature using different senses Listen to nature and share with those around you It's also a time to be with your inner self Time: 3-530pm Location: Lung Fu Shan Country Park Price: 300 HKD Please message this page to arrange payment and confirm registration You will need to walk a short distance on the day More details and items to bring will be notified before the event. Thank you Hope to see you on the mountain Overview Forest bathing is a concept that encourages people to feel and connect with nature by relaxing and immersing themselves physically, mentally, and spiritually. By walking slowly, breathing, observing, and using the five senses to perceive the sounds, light, taste, and textures of the forest, it promotes health, enhances well-being, and reduces stress. The forest itself possesses wonderful substances, such as phytoncides, which positively benefit the human immune and neurological systems. ANFT's forest bathing is not just simple strolling, but a deep natural therapy practice. The guide will lead participants through a series of sensory activation activities, such as deep listening, breathing, mindfulness, slow movements, tea tasting, and sharing. Through this process, participants can connect with nature more deeply, achieving healing and recovery of body and mind. Additionally, ANFT's forest bathing emphasizes community interaction and connection. It believes that sharing experiences and emotions in a natural environment can enhance relationships between people and create deeper community bonds on a collective level. In summary, forest bathing is a journey to connect with your feelings, enjoy and share with friends around you, and re-engage with the myriad elements of nature. It is a journey to slow down without any religious background, suitable for friends of different ages and backgrounds to participate.

BBQ Party on Sat (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. Wechat ID: Pandoraparties

Weather looks very nice today and it's. good timing to take sunset photos. Let's join the photography meetup focused on exploring fresh perspectives through your lens!! Come and take beautiful sunset view from the coast. Also after the sunset time, the bridge lights on give you a special effect to enrich your photos contents. please see the article for your ref https://share.google/DlCauQgjcWkqZwT4K Meetup Details 📅 Date: 14 March (Saturday) ⏰ Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM 📍 Meeting Point: North Point MTR Exit A1 Please arrive on time—we’ll wait no more than 5 minutes. we can buy take out drinks chit chat a bit enjoy the harbour view then start photo taking. Since the boardwalk is quite long, we’ll focus on certain sections,make sure we walk and take pics together. East Coast Boardwalk – North Point Feel free to message me if you have any questions. Looking forward to seeing you and your creative shots. Please post YOUR BEST FIVE IMAGES after the photo taking for this outing on the meetup site. FINALLY: For every image you post, please comment on at least one other image, no matter if you think you are qualified to comment or not. You can always give some constructive comments with regard to Colour, Tone, Light, Action, Pattern, Balance, Composition, Visual and Emotional appeal of the image/s.

Open to all levels including complete beginners including a class and dance party HKD150 for 1 or HKD200 for 2 people! WhatsApp 63344266 to book Prepayment required to secure booking

Hello all. In this outing we would try to capture some interesting/blazing colours at night. In short take pictures of anything that inspires you and spurs your creativity, even capturing colourful abstract lights, patterns... We would also take pictures of colourful night market scenes and some colourful characters on the street. While sharpening our Night Photography skills this practice would also help us to learn using different colours in a harmonious way while composing an image. **MEETING TIME & PLACE:** **6.30pm,** **Mong Kok MTR station Exit D3 (street level)** We will meet outside **Mong Kok MTR station Exit D3** (street level) at **6:30pm,** move around taking pictures, then re-group at **The Garage Bar** (Level L, Cordis, 555 Shanghai Street, Mong Kok) **8pm** onwards for drinks, tea/coffee, photo sharing and socialising. https://www.cordishotels.com/en/hong-kong/dine/the-garage-bar/ Please post **YOUR BEST FIVE IMAGES** after the photo taking for this outing on the meetup site. **FINALLY:** For every image you post, please comment on at least one other image, no matter if you think you are qualified to comment or not. You can always give some constructive comments with regard to Colour, Tone, Light, Action, Pattern, Balance, Composition, Visual and Emotional appeal of the image/s.

⭐️ 此活動係行下又休息下的輕鬆行山😁 ⛰️ 日子：3月15日（日） 時間：\~大約14:30pm⏰ 集合地點：whatsapp再通知📧 結束：\~大約17:30pm🕰️ （之後建議一起吃飯🍖） 導賞團費用 : 🆓 language：cantonese host：Isaac 🙋🏻‍♂️ 內容 : 水塘水閘💦➡️ 幾個吊車𧄌🚡 ➡️戰時爐灶🔥➡️遺跡練靶場🎯 了解戰時爐灶遺蹟：👇🏻 http://www.skywalker.autozine.org/Heritage/1HK/10_East/HK10_44.html ❇️溫馨提示： ⭐️A.此次活動希望大家一起完成整個遊覧。除了事前已經要求提早離開，否則強烈希望大家一起遊覽直至解散為至。🙏🏻 ⭐B.參加本次活動必需要 like and follow facebook page 或 instgram ! https://www.facebook.com/TLKIN-KNWL-Herit-site-tour-hk-%E8%AC%9B%E7%9F%A5%E8%AD%98-%E6%B8%AF%E9%81%BA%E8%B9%9F-102455038646638 (☝🏻must be like and follow my page of facebook before you join my event) ⭐C. 希望閣下的 meetup profile picture 有一張能夠看見閣下樣貌的照片，否則可能會安排去 Waitlist 或暫時剔出此次活動。如有不便，敬請原諒 ! (☝🏻 clear profile picture is necessary) 1. 如遇下雨活動⛈️, 將會延期。(it will be postponed if there is rainning) 2. 請準時或之前到達，逾時不候⏰。(No waiting for late) 3. 將會有粵語歷史簡介，但並不準備英語講解🔠。 4. 完成後建議一起吃飯🍚 5. Welcome any Hong Kong Expat，but I do have History Introduction for those heritage site IN CANTONESE only, so sorry there is no english introduction ! (but i may get u english Introduction ahead via whatsapp before the trip) 需知 : -所有參加者請留下電話作聯絡之用，否則一律納入 waitlist 。 -本組織擁有是次活動最終決定權。 ⭐⭐免責聲明 : 所有活動均以自由形式參與，參加者必須完全充分明白，所有活動都潛在著風險，以及有相對應的危險性。參加者須自行承擔所有風險，為自己的安全和財物損失負上全部責任。如在活動過程中發生任何人身損害或財物損失，應立即通知有關部門協調處理相關事宜。本組織不會承擔任何責任及作出任何賠償。

川龍（Chuen Lung）是香港荃灣區大帽山腰的一個客家村落，以其獨特的自助式山水茶樓（如端記、彩龍茶樓）、山水豆腐花、清甜的西洋菜及豐富的生態（珍蝶）聞名，是行山和享受鄉村美食的熱門地點，也是多部電影的取景地。 特色與活動 山水茶樓：在茶樓自取點心，享受傳統風味的飲茶體驗。 川龍西洋菜/豆腐花：村內種植的西洋菜和用山水製成的豆腐花是必試美食。 行山徑：可輕鬆連接至川龍家樂徑，或挑戰難度較高的龍門郊遊徑 生態保育：該地是香港特有蝴蝶品種「苧麻珍蝶」的棲息地，可見其幼蟲和蛹 活動內容: 早上10:00 荃灣地鐵站上蓋的51 號巴士站集合, 坐51號巴士, 川龍站下車一荃灣大霧山川龍端記飲早茶, 由川龍經農場走到荃灣市區， 經本地酒廠、 農場， 飽覽荃灣風景再接駁到愉景新城的天橋， 大概需時個多兩個小時。 行程請參考: https://gogogo19.com/chuenlung/

***Date & Time**: 15 March, Sunday – Meet at 9:30 AM for the hike; dim sum lunch starts around 12PM* *** Overall duration*: hike and chill: 1.5hours + dim sum: 1.5 hour + street food tasting 0.5 hour = around 3.5 hours *** Meeting Point & Venue**: \- Reachable by MTR easily in Hong Kong Island\. \- a less touristic viewing point with spectacular urban and coastal views \*Detail will be shared in Whatsapp after RSVP and payment *** Hike Details**: Easy with steps. Around 30-minute trail to hike to the view point and half an hour to return — gentle paths with unbeatable city and sea vistas. A little bit of natural environment. Suitable for all fitness levels; bring water, sunscreen, and comfy shoes. *** Cost: **HK160 including hiking tour + local area exploration + one type of street food (Excluding vegetarian dimsum lunch \~around HK150 per person, pay as you eat — family-style sharing) *\- PAYMENT* : Please provide the payment slip of FPS or Payme to 55073213 to secure your place. Payme : [https://payme.hsbc/lincolncflam](https://payme.hsbc/lincolncflam) ***Vibe**: Relaxed and social, blending outdoor fun with culinary delight. Ideal for expats, and locals to connect over nature and food **Why Join? **Beside the famous Victoria Peak, it is a less touristic viewing point with spectacular urban and coastal views without long trek. Pair it with dim sum in restaurant. This combo is the ultimate way to experience the city's blend of nature and culture! **Hey hikers, foodies, expats, locals, and adventure seekers! **Lace up your shoes for a quick, rewarding morning hike at a mountain near Eastern of HK, followed by a delicious dim sum lunch. This easy trail offers breath-taking panoramic views of Hong Kong Island, Kowloon, and the harbour—all in under 30 minutes of hiking. Perfect for beginners or anyone wanting a low-effort outing with high rewards. We'll wrap up with steaming baskets of dim sum classics to refuel and chat. #HongKongHikes #EasyHiking #SpectacularViews #HKEats #DimSumLovers #HongKongOutdoors #ExpatAdventures #LocalExperiences #FoodieHike **Photo Consent Notice**: By joining, you consent to photos/videos from the event being used for future promotions. If you'd rather opt out, just let me know!

Come assist Van Buren Shelter (https://ymcacolumbus.org/locations/vanburen) staff in serving dinners and cleaning up on the 3rd Tuesday of each month. Dinner for the women is 5-6 pm and for the families is 6:15-7:15 pm. There is ample free parking available in the shelter's lot. The recommended area to park is in green in the image above. There will be a new entrance for the time being. We are asking all volunteers to enter through the Donation Dock door, the orange mark on the image above. This door is located between the Single Adults and Family Shelter. You will see 2 large garage doors with a large green trash compactor in the center. Please head to the closest garage door to the building wall, with a ramp leading up. There, you will see a door with a sign stating instructions on how to enter the building. Please ring the doorbell, and a staff member will come and escort you into the building. If a staff member takes longer than 5 minutes, please call the front desk at 614-689-2020. This is a new process for us, and we do not want to keep you waiting! We appreciate your patience as we navigate this temporary change. The shelter needs a volunteer count the day before the event so sign-up ends Monday at 4:50 PM. Afterwards some of us go to the Omnipresent Atheists Weekly Meetup in progress to have a bit to eat or drink (http://www.meetup.com/omnipresentatheists/). Volunteers must be 14 or older. Since we will be working around families, the YMCA does not permit volunteering by individuals with convictions for violent or sexual crimes. The YMCA reserves the right to run background checks on volunteers. For questions, comment on this page or contact: Andrew, awhit12@yahoo.com, (614)937-5802 (cell). Please let Andrew know if you volunteer anytime other than our COUNT events so that he can count your hours toward our service record.

Free at Bexley Library Adventures in Ecological Horticulture with Rebecca McMackin Wednesday, March 18 1:00pm - 2:30pm Gone are the days when a garden could be ornamental alone. We now recognize the impact that our land care practices have on the ecosystems around us, and can see the importance of encouraging biodiversity. Thankfully, we do not need to sacrifice beauty when we invite butterflies and songbirds into our gardens. Rebecca McMackin has cultivated gorgeous landscapes in the toughest environments possible: urban parks, school playgrounds, and the sidewalks of New York City. She will take lessons from her work at Brooklyn Bridge Park, the Brooklyn Museum, and decades of research to share how those of us who are fortunate enough to care for land, can do it beautifully and ecologically. Rebecca McMackin is an ecologically obsessed horticulturist and garden designer. She writes, lectures, and teaches on ecological landscape management and pollination ecology, as well as designs the rare public garden. She is currently Lead Horticulturist for the American Horticultural Society, an Associate with the Harvard Divinity School’s Thinking with Plants and Fungi Initiative, and Consulting Arboretum Curator for Woodlawn Cemetery in the Bronx, NY. Rebecca spent a decade as Director of Horticulture of Brooklyn Bridge Park, where she managed 85 acres of diverse parkland organically. Their research into cultivating urban biodiversity and ethical management strategies has influenced thousands of people and entire urban parks systems to adopt similar approaches. She has been published by and featured in the New York Times, Gardens Illustrated, on NPR and PBS. Her garden for the Brooklyn Museum recently won the PPA’s Award of Excellence and her TED Talk has been viewed over a million times. She holds M.Sc. from Columbia University and University of Victoria in landscape design and biology and recently completed the Loeb Fellowship at the Harvard Graduate School of Design. This program is presented in partnership with Rooted in Bexley and generously funded by the Bexley Community Foundation and Bexley Community Author Series Fund.

Meet in the Maple Grove Picnic area. If trail conditions are poor, we will use the Multipurpose Path.

Save the Date 🌱 The Licking County Master Gardener Volunteers invite you to the annual gardening conference, open to everyone who enjoys growing plants. 📅 Saturday, March 14, 2026 📍 OSU Newark Campus - Reese center 🎟️ Tickets go on sale in January and this event fills fast, sells out every year 🌿 2026 Theme: Unusual Gardens in Your Backyard You will hear practical ideas that help you rethink small spaces and try new approaches at home. This conference also arrives at the perfect time of year. It helps soothe the urge to get outside while winter is still around. Central Ohio gardeners wait until late May to plant outdoors, so this day helps you plan and daydream about spring projects. Speakers • Joseph Tychonievich, author of Rock Gardening: Reimagining a Classic Style • Debra Knapke, The Garden Sage • Denise Schreiber, author of Eat Your Roses You will find vendors, a silent raffle, and friendly conversations with other gardeners. Registration • Register by January 31 to pay 50 dollars • Starting February 1, the fee is 60 dollars • Tickets at the door are 75 dollars • Boxed lunch, coffee and pastries are included MGV website: [https://fourseasonsofgardening.org/2026-spring-conference](https://fourseasonsofgardening.org/2026-spring-conference) 9:00-9:20 Registration & Complimentary Muffins & Vendor Visits (Auditorium) 9:20-9:30 Welcome & Opening Remarks (Auditorium) 9:30-10:20 Denise Schreiber, “Mrs Know It All” Pittsburg, PA Beyond the Garden Gate, Peeking at the Neighbor’s (Ballroom/Hallway). 10:20–10:40 Break-Visit Vendors & Raffle Tables (Auditorium) 10:40–11:30 Debra Knapke, “The Garden Sage” Columbus Ohio Wanting it All—Evolving as a Gardener (Ballroom) 11:30-12:15 Lunch (Catered/Visit Vendors & Raffle Tables 12:30–1:00 Break Out—Session 1 (Ballroom) Dawn Seymour Hungry for Change: Avoiding “the Jones’” with Intentional Design (Auditorium) Ryan Slaughter, Ross County Ag. & Natural Resources Extension Educator Growing Berries in Home Gardens (Ballroom) 1:10–1:40 Break Out Session 2 Dawn Seymour Hungry for Change: Avoiding “the Jones’” with Intentional Design (Auditorium) Ryan Slaughter Growing Berries in the Home Garden (Ballroom/Hallway) 1:40-2:10 Break: Final Visit to Vendors & Raffle Tables 2:10–3:00 Joseph Tychonievich, South Bend, IN, Writer, Plant Breeder, Gardener Big Ideas, Small Spaces: Making Creative Gardens on Small Properties