Book Club

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.

Join us for a **casual, low-structure, relaxed** 1.5-hour writing meetup designed for writers who want to connect with others in a supportive, no-pressure environment to come and go as you wish, whenever. Whether you're a poet, novelist, blogger, or write in non-natural languages, we welcome every night owl! **What to Expect:** Nothing structured, this is a casual Schelling point for people who happen to write at night. If you are looking for a large group, high-effort, strongly organised event, this is probably not the one for you. If there are new members joining us, we'll start with some introductions, dive into focused writing time on your personal project, and then, optionally, share a short reflection about our writing at the end. **What to Bring:** * A writing project * Something to write with (notebook and pen, laptop, tablet - whatever you prefer) * A curious mind **Finding Us:** Look for the corner table

This is a weekday drinks night at ThinkWine, Central (Soho) . It is a specialist premium wine bar which also serves snacks. The seating is limited without high min spend per person , so I'm saying max 7 seats. You need to commit to buying at least one glass of wine and a snack or two, so in other words, be willing to spend $250 upwards per person. I'd probably suggest shared wine and cheese platter. We probably go on till about 9:30PM. To join, i'll need $100 pp to show your commitment. That will be refunded on the night. I'll need 2 days notice if you pull out. To join, after your rsvp, I'll message into early May to share my WhatsApp. Then you'll need to send the deposit. You seat isn't confirmed without it. Expect a friendly and informal night. Newbies are welcome.

為成年人而設計的書寫旅程 每天看著已經設計好的點子，然後花幾分鐘執行。 **寫一句真話，而不是寫一篇分析** 這次旅程使用結構化的書寫提示與主題設計，讓你進行更深的自我反思，**不需要有任何書寫經驗。** *參加流程* 1. 報名表格[https://www.celinacares4you.com/selfhelp/12daysjournaljourney-eng](https://www.celinacares4you.com/selfhelp/12dayjournaljourney-chi) 2. 定時每日收到書寫點子，照樣執行就可以 3. 額外服務: +$200 包含15分鐘電話諮詢 + PDF 詳細輔導員回饋分析，度身訂造繼續自我探索的方向 (心理學基礎：接納與承諾治療 (ACT)，心理劇，敘事治療 4. 梳理情感想法，不被自己的固有模式蒙蔽自己! 5.

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**On a whim** Have you ever done something impulsively - a haircut or a tattoo you regretted, a random date that turned into a relationship, a passion project that became a career, a trip that went sideways, or a purchase you indulged in? Tell us all about your spontaneous decisions that led to memorable outcomes. If you couldn't make it to the workshops last week, here is another opportunity for you to do so! The *On a whim* live storytelling show is on Wednesday, 24th June. If you’ve got a story or just an idea in mind, come to one of our pitch workshops at the end of May. If your story is shortlisted for the show, our host will work with you as you polish and rehearse it. 📌 Story Requirements: * Your story must be true * It must be told in the first person—you are the main character * It should be between 5-10 minutes You don't need to have a completed or polished story ready - just a beginning idea is okay. This workshop is open to individuals at all levels, first-timers or old hands. The purpose of Hong Kong Stories is to help you become a better storyteller. Everyone has a story to tell, and everyone loves a story. Note: Please update your RSVP, ideally 12 hours before the event if you're unable to make it. Repeated no shows will be moved to not-going / removed from the group to open up slot for people on the waitlist.

Reading with Friends is Fun! Join us after work for a relaxing evening of silent reading. The perfect opportunity to unwind, immerse ourselves in our favourite books, and enjoy the company of fellow book lovers. We kindly ask everyone to buy at least one drink to support the venue. Schedule 19:00 -19:15: Say hi and briefly share something about the books we are going to read 19:15 - 20:00: Silent reading time 20:00 - 20:30: After reading chat • If you're late, please join the silent reading session first. We can catch up when the session's over. :) • We’ll be upstairs, you can identify the group by spotting people with books 📕 PS: If there's a last-minute change of venue due to unforeseen circumstances, the most updated information will be posted in the event's comment section. PS2 We’re introducing a new RSVP rule for our bookclub due to recent last minute cancellations: If you change your RSVP to "No" less than 24 hours before the event or do not show up on the day, you won’t be allowed to join the next one. Of course if you have a valid reason, DM me. PS3: Bring a warm jacket to this session because the aircon in Chagee is quite cold 🥶 Looking forward to a lovely night of reading.

Your voice matters 🌈 Join us at The Aftermath on Wednesday 8PM June 3rd for our OUTLOUD PROUD OPEN MIC, a queer-friendly event for you to be seen, hear, and meet other local Hong Kong poets! Hosted by Victoria Lee, we welcome all poems that celebrate authentic expressions of identity. Sign ups are at the door, come speak your truth, bring your friends, and wear your colors PROUD. 🏳️‍🌈

Our book for June 2026 is *Five Decembers,* by James Kestrel, winner of the 2022 Edgar Award for Best Novel. “War, imprisonment, torture, romance…The novel has an almost operatic symmetry, and Kestrel turns a beautiful phrase.” *New York Times* *"Five Decembers* is a gripping thriller, a staggering portrait of war, and a heartbreaking love story, as unforgettable as *All the Light We Cannot See*." From the publisher *December 1941. America teeters on the brink of war, and in Honolulu, Hawaii, police detective Joe McGrady is assigned to investigate a homicide that will change his life forever. Because the trail of murder he uncovers will lead him across the Pacific, far from home and the woman he loves; and though the U.S. doesn’t know it yet, a Japanese fleet is already steaming toward Pearl Harbor.* This month’s discussion will be held at Commaa in Sheung Wan on the 7th of June @ 2:00 pm. Please note: the café asks that for large groups, guests buy at least one beverage per person ($60 minimum). They have a selection of sweet treats, coffees, teas, and other drinks available for purchase. After the discussion, we will choose the next book by group vote. Please bring your suggestions for future books!

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中環BaseHall，全港最貴美食商場，但Nocino高性價 手工意粉，套餐抵食+免加一。 Cantoría，香港浸會大學音樂學院旗下的室樂合唱團，5 月底才完成德國及奧地利的巡迴演出，緊接就是回港的巡演後音樂會。 Nocino is well-known on its hand-made Italian paste. Restaurant is in Jadine House/ Central but there is set meal and the price is same as that in Kowloon. So , let’s try it together! Cantoria Hong Kong is a choir team of Vocal elites who just finished touring Germany and Austria. Next, members will share music inspired by in Salzburg Cathedral and Vienna’s St Stephen’s Cathedral. Programme Highlights 精選曲目: works by Bach, Bruckner, Brahms, Pärt, Schoenberg, and more **日期：2026年6月7日(星期日)** **時間：1)晚飯:@6:30pm-7:30pm; 2)音樂會:@ 8:00pm-9:30pm** **地點：中環** 集合時間及地點：1) @6:20-6:30pm @Nocino(中環康樂廣場1號怡和大廈LG樓BaseHall 01); 2) @7:40-7:50pm@香港大會堂(音樂廳門外); 電聯 名額：6人(同場另有公眾參與) 座位: 自由劃位(本人會於7:35pm先排隊入場為大家獲取好座位) 主辦單位：Cantoría Hong Kong, 香港浸會大學音樂學院, Conductor: Dr Po-Kwan Law **Date: 7 June, 2026 (Sunday)** **Time: 1) Dinner @6:30pm-7:30pm; 2) Concert @8:00pm-9:30pm** **Address: Central** Assemble: 1) @6:20-6:30pm @Nocino (BaseHall, LG/F, Jardine House, 1 Connaught Place, Central); 2) @7:40-7:50pm @Hong Kong City Hall Concert Hall; by call Seat: 6 people limited (Other audience in event as well) Seating: No seating is set and seats are served on first-come-first-served basis (I will queue up for good seat at 7:35pm for members) Presented by: Cantoría Hong Kong, HKBU Academy of Music 指揮：羅保莙博士 餐廳介紹：www.openrice.com/en/hongkong/r-nocino-central-swiss-r893099 MeetUp費用：自由定價價值,(晚餐費另計). 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, 4)一起用餐否?-> 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, (Dinner price excluded). Join: Click ‘Attend’-> Write down your 1)Contact number, 2)Male/Female, 3)Fee that you would pay for this event, 4)Meal together? -> 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 as record and promotion. [活動如有拍照,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.]

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Let’s meet and share discussion of the James Baldwin short story collection, Going to Meet The Man.

June meetup at the Library. We’ll play games and have casual conversation in Japanese and in English. All levels of Japanese ability, from non-speaker to native, are welcome. After the meetup we will go out to eat at a local restaurant.

Welcome, readers! Our June read is ***Endurance: Shackleton's Incredible*** ***Voyage*** **by Alfred Lansing.** A work of nonfiction, and one of the most astonishing survival stories in history, we follow Sir Ernest Shackleton and his crew after their ship is crushed by Antarctic ice. Stranded in one of the harshest environments on Earth, the men endure months of isolation, freezing temperatures, and near starvation—yet refuse to give up hope. Lansing brings their ordeal to life through vivid detail and firsthand accounts, capturing both the brutality of nature and the resilience of the human spirit. At its core, the story is a powerful testament to leadership, perseverance, and the unbreakable will to survive against impossible odds. Looking forward to discussing with everyone! We will meet at Zaftig Brewing Co in their event room in the back. We are welcome to bring in our own food, but **all** **drinks must be purchased at the bar.** Happy reading! 📖

Welcome, readers! Our May read is **_Kindred_ by Octavia E. Butler.** The story follows Dana, a Black woman living in 1976 California, who is suddenly pulled back to a Maryland plantation before the Civil War. She learns her survival is tied to a white slaveholder’s son. Forced to move between centuries, she must endure the brutal realities of slavery while fighting to hold on to her identity. Tense, intimate, and unforgettable, Kindred explores how the past refuses to stay buried. Looking forward to discussing with everyone! 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! 📖