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This month the Hong Kong Gay Men's Chorus will join our FinS gathering and perform a few songs to preview their June concert! Come and socialize with old friends and make new connections. ⏱️Tuesday, 19 May, 7-10pm 📍Soho House, 33 Des Voeux Road West, Sai Ying Pun 🏆Free admission. Lucky Draw for those who drop in business cards. You do not have to be in a "suit. Casual is fantastic too. Fruits in Suits (FinS) has been connecting members of the LGBTQ+ community since 2004.

We are writers of all levels – beginners to published. And we meet at STARBUCK at IFC (P2 Shop2097-2098, International Finance Centre), Central for fun writing and sharing sessions! We all write a one-sentence prompt, then each select one at random. We write something based on the prompt for 45 minutes, after which, we share our work with each other and discuss as desired. Of course, sharing is optional but encouraged. (Feedback is always polite and respectful.) Alternatively, you can bring your own project(s) to work on in the company of fellow writers (published and yet-to-be published). You can share your project(s), too, if you want. It's all about creativity and productivity in a supportive environment! Any questions, just reach out to our organizers through Meetup.

Qatar is one of the Middle East’s most open and dynamic economies, offering growing opportunities for international companies seeking to establish or expand their presence in the region. With the Qatari government introducing free zones alongside a range of investment and tax incentives, the market continues to attract foreign businesses. Join this webinar to learn about the latest business developments and opportunities in Qatar. Speakers will share up‑to‑date market insights, complemented by first‑hand experience from a Hong Kong‑based company on its business journey and achievements in Qatar. Register now to gain first‑hand insights from market experts. Apply Now: [ LINK](https://forms.hktdc.com/web/registration/CCM/en?id=69fd5061228321d178f471a7&step=Form)

Jokes go under the microscope in the Laugh Lab! Comics test their material on you, the audience – laugh, groan or just shout a rating out of 10, it's all good feedback. WARNING: may include workshopping of punchlines. *Comedy by Beats* brings laughs, drinks, and good vibes to Central every week. Grab a cocktail, grab a seat, or grab the mic – it’s open to everyone. **📅 Every Tuesday \| 🕗 From 8\.00pm \(BEATS happy hour 7–10pm\!\)** 📍 6/F Parekh House, 63 Wyndham Street 雲咸街63號 巴力大廈6樓 **💸 FREE admission \| 🎤 Performer sign\-up onsite** Come early for the drinks, stay for the laughs.

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**Total beginners** **welcome so come try!** A whole new movement, fitness & self defense cultural activity **outdoors!** Structured progressive practices for **Strength**, **Flexibility, Coordination, Balance** & **Self Defense** skills in a fun friendly group environment! Totally NOT what you expect, **serious cardio**, **whole body movement** & **practical!** You will really be surprised by what WE do but even more by what YOU can do! Nothing like what you imagine about Kung Fu, No screaming, No rigidness, No mysticism & No getting hit… but YES, definitely a fun workout with great people! **Curious?** To get an ideal of what class is like, hear instructor & hear student testimonials go to: [https://www.instagram.com/natural.style.kungfu](instagram.com/natural.style.kungfu) **FEE:** 1st time TRIAL fee only $100 HKD for residents. Please RSVP here or Whatsapp me. Non-Resident $150 HKD. After trial 10 class package is $1500 HKD or $200 HKD single class. **WEAR:** Workout clothing, sports shoes & bring bottle of water! **WHEN:** Tuesday 6:45pm NEW people. Please be on time, warm up very important for your 1st class! **WHERE:** Inside Kowloon Park. Meet at McDonalds across from Indoor Swimming Pool entrance, next to Sports Center. MTR: Tsim Sha Tsui, Jordan, or Austin. Link below: [Kowloon Park Swimming Pool](https://maps.apple.com/?address=22%20Austin%20Rd,%20Tsim%20Sha%20Tsui,%20Kowloon,%20Hong%20Kong%20SAR,%20China&auid=15054175802527892571&ll=22.301815,114.170365&lsp=9902&q=Kowloon%20Park%20Swimming%20Pool&_ext=CjIKBAgEEAUKBAgFEAMKBQgGEKcBCgQIChAACgQIUhADCgQIVRAQCgQIWRADCgUIpAEQARIkKSODum0jNjZAMWByPQiohFxAORGqqD1gZDZAQaw+9nwmkVxA&t=m) **WHY:** Out of shape? Gym BORING? Incredible friendly community? More? You want to exercise & have fun building strength, flexibility, coordination & self-defense skills while cultivating patience, focus, confidence & yes… discipline! **HOW:** To get in touch with me, Whatsapp .9420.0360. or email through Meetup. For more info about my art, please visit NaturalStyleKungfu.com. **\- Book a Private 1\-on\-1 Kungfu Class\!** Learn at your own pace & prepare for later group classes, choose the day & time suitable to you! Private Class in Kowloon Park: 1.5 Hours $500, other locations $900 **-**

Dear Toastmasters & guests, \*Theme of the meeting: “Stay hungry, stay foolish” Please note that our **venue** is at: **20/F, Cubus, 1 Hoi Ping Road, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong** (Causeway stn exit F1 Jardine's Crescent 渣甸坊, 5-10 minutes walk to Cubus which is opposite to Lee Garden 3) Do you want to **improve your communication skills (both speaking and listening) in English** in your daily life? We have *prepared and impromptu speeches* in English during the meeting. **Evaluation** of the speeches will be given so that the speakers can *improve* their speeches continuously. Do come and enjoy the warm atmosphere and have a wonderful learning experience together with us! **All are welcome. *No guest fee is required.*** **See you then!**

22 May, 2026 International Networking, introducing a HOT spot opened in Central! Come join May's Networking Happy hour @ GRAFFITI [New] , a Trendy club in Ho Lee Commercial Building [Shop C & D, UG/F,] right on 17-18 Lan Kwai Fong Street. GRAFFITI will be the new location for our Friday event. You will be able to join entertainment after the event at zero extra cost. Venue: GRAFFITI [New] : 17-18 Lan Kwai Fong, Central, Hong Kong. Date: May, 22nd Friday Time: 6:30pm to 11:55 pm (Happy hour 50% off for all standard drinks whole night specail for our members) Event : International Networking @GRAFFITI -Before 7pm, Free-Entry (buy drinks), special for early birds! -7pm till 11:55 pm, Door: HK$100 (Cash) with 1 drink. Come join to enjoy happy hour night! - To facilitate venue’s handling for our event, order a drink before start to introduce yourself and chat with members.* - Bring some cash! · Standard drinks - : Red / White wine Vodka Gin Tequila Rum Whisky Beer : Bottle of Heineken Soft drink and fruit drink Expats / H.K. local, professionals, white collar, coworkers, friends, friends of friends, college students...all are welcome to join!!! The dress code : Smart casual. No shorts and /or flip-flops · All guest must be 18+ and provide valid identification card with recent picture, entire door policy will be under the Company’s policy and the Company reserves the right to make the final decision for the guest entry!

**US HARDCORE PUNK LEGENDS – FIRST SHOW IN HONG KONG!** Legendary American hardcore punk band Black Flag will make their long‑awaited first show in Hong Kong on 24 May 2026 at The Wanch, presented by The Underground HK. This exclusive “Live in Hong Kong” special will see the band bring their uncompromising energy to a packed Wan Chai club for one night only. Formed in California, USA, Black Flag helped define hardcore punk with their blistering speed, jagged riffs and confrontational lyrics, blazing a trail that influenced punk, metal and alternative bands around the world. Today, founding guitarist Greg Ginn leads a revitalised lineup featuring vocalist Max Zanelly, bassist David Rodriguez and drummer Bryce Weston, a configuration that has injected fresh momentum into the band while staying true to the raw spirit of their early work. Hong Kong fans can expect a full‑throttle, career‑spanning set as Black Flag tear through favourites from their back catalogue alongside material from their bold new chapter. A limited number of dedicated VIP tickets will also be available, giving die‑hard fans the chance to get even closer to the band on this historic first Hong Kong date. VIP ticket holders will be invited into the venue early for an exclusive pre‑show experience, including access to Black Flag’s soundcheck and an intimate meet‑and‑greet with the band. Supporting Black Flag on this historic night will be Round Eye, bringing their own wild, genre‑bending punk chaos. Wharney Hotel in Wan Chai is the Official Hotel Partner for Black Flag’s Hong Kong show. Situated in the vibrant heart of the district, Wharney Hotel is a four-star hotel offering modern comfort, outstanding service, and convenient access to Hong Kong’s dynamic nightlife. ​ **BLACK FLAG – LIVE IN HONG KONG** US Hardcore Punk Legends – First Show in Hong Kong! Date: 24 May 2026, 7 PM Venue: The Wanch, 90 Jaffe Rd, Wan Chai Tickets: $550 ADV \| $700 WALK‑IN https://www.popticket.hk/en/event/black-flag-live-in-hong-kong

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**Every Friday, we connect working professionals from different industries over lunch.** **What:** Lunch with 2 people, matched by our algorithm **When:** 12:30 PM **How to join:** Follow & message us on Instagram **[@weekdaylunchclub](https://www.instagram.com/weekdaylunchclub/)** https://www.instagram.com/weekdaylunchclub/ 💳 Event fee will be collected prior to confirm your spot 🗣️ There will be no host — conversations flow freely 🔗 Profiles will be verified for participant safety and matching

**Every Sunday, we connect people from different industries over lunch.** **What:** Lunch with 2 people, matched by our algorithm **When:** 12:30 PM **How to join:** Follow & message us on Instagram **[@weekdaylunchclub](https://www.instagram.com/weekdaylunchclub/)** https://www.instagram.com/weekdaylunchclub/ 💳 There will be an event fee to be collected prior to confirm your spot 🗣️ There will be no host — conversations flow freely 🔗 Profiles will be verified for participant safety and matching

Please reserve your spot by registering on the below link : https://www.eventbrite.com/e/join-biggest-community-investors-founders-hong-kong-online-tickets-1975093799723?aff=meetup QUESTIONS ? Pls Reach out to; Rose - +971528033410 ( WhatsApp Only)

**To reserve your spot for this event go here --> https://luma.com/8yl7hchk** This event is sure to max out so reserve your spot today and learn the venue after registration. Black Tech Week is pulling up to Columbus and we want you there! On May 20th, we're bringing together entrepreneurs, builders, innovators, and changemakers for a night of real conversation about tech, business, and what it takes to create something that lasts. Whether you're deep in a startup, exploring your next move, or just hungry to connect with people who are actually doing the work, this is your evening. ​Black Tech Week is a movement dedicated to celebrating and amplifying Black innovators and entrepreneurs across tech and beyond. This Columbus meetup is one stop on a much bigger journey, and the energy we build in rooms like this one is exactly what fuels that mission. Expect good vibes, genuine connections, and conversations that go beyond small talk. ​Doors open at 5:30 PM, so come ready to mix, mingle, and leave with a few new contacts and maybe a few new ideas. Spots go fast, so lock yours in now and we will see you there.

Join Voice Over Pros Of Ohio for an exciting morning of networking, and exploring opportunities in the world of voice acting. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, this event is perfect for expanding your network, learning how to start a VO business, and for honing your skills. Connect with fellow voice actors and VO experts, that will help you succeed in your voice over business. This event will feature discussions on professional development, entrepreneurship in the voice over industry, with tips for navigating the world of voice acting. Don't miss this unique opportunity to learn from others, collaborate with like-minded individuals, and take your voice over career to the next level. Join us Saturday, May 30, from 10am - 12pm and learn how to start or grow your voice over business. Let your voice be heard! The $10 fee covers refreshments and door prizes.

Bring your business cards and network in person with other business professionals! Gold Star Referral Clubs is one of the most established professional networking organizations in the country, with multiple groups in central Ohio. Join us!

NFT's are here to stay folks! This is a group for like minded people interested in understanding, leveraging, using, creating for, profiting from, trading too i suppose, NFT's.. everything around them, complexity, fear and exploits, best practices and more. **PLUS** This group will talk AI ART tools, techniques, artists, video, audio, prototypes and more in the AI assisted production space- ART specifically, but we can get into any aspect of some of the cooler things happening in AI in general.

**PLEASE BUY TICKETS THROUGH EVENTBRITE. RSVP THROUGH MEETUP IS NOT A TICKET PURCHASE CONFIRMATION.** Strive welcomes you to 'General Business Networking', Columbus' hottest networking event! We are set in the perfect central location in Downtown for all to join. Are you interested in business? Want to elevate your career? Meet Consultants, Analysts of all types, Bankers, Software Engineers, Entrepreneurs, and more who are active in the space or are eager to get started. **\*\*This will be a multi-vertical event\*\*** **There will be professionals with backgrounds in the arts, finance, tech, real estate, healthcare, and more. Come with an open mind, and leave with connections that wouldn't be possible otherwise!** Pack some business cards and come with an open mind! Meet your future business partners, employers, coworkers, investors, and friends. You don't want to miss this opportunity to expand your network and create a brighter future. We will have a space for our event to check-in. The event will go from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (feel free to come at any point in this timeframe). Name tags will be provided. Business casual dress code. Job fair attire. **Remember, it's not who you know, it's who you meet tomorrow!** We look forward to meeting you at the event! Sincerely, Strive Networking Team *Refund requests are permitted up to 24 hours after purchase, so long as we are not within 48 hours before the event start time. Refunds will be made in full and repaid to your method of payment. Note that we are unable to reimburse PayPal fees.* *Disclaimer: By attending Strive Networking events you agree to photos/videos taken during the event being used to promote future events.*

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