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長洲太平清醮：不用站在封鎖線外！我們帶你直接走進飄色巡遊隊伍 之前去長洲看飄色，只能站在圍欄外面跟人群擠？ 這次不用了——我們極力地爭取了僅有的12個名額，帶你直接加入飄色巡遊隊伍，跟著花車一起走、一起喊、一起感受全場沸騰的氣氛！ ✨ 本團獨家體驗 ✨ · ✅ 越過警方封鎖線，不是站在外面看，而是走進巡遊隊伍裡面 · ✅ 跟著飄色隊舉旗、吶喊、打氣，整條街的人都看著你 · ✅ 近距離欣賞舞獅🦁、舞龍🐉、舞象🐘、舞麒麟🦄，不用拉鏡頭 · ✅ 走進後台，看小朋友變裝、看師傅如何製作和裝飾飄色花車 **集合時間：上午 9:10** **集合地點：中環 5 號碼頭（往長洲方向）** **價格：** \- 超級早鳥價（5月15日前）：$268 \- 早鳥價（5月20日前）：$298 \- 常規價（5月20日後）：$328 🎁 **費用包含：** · 2026 長洲太平清醮紀念T恤 （\*平時好難拎到㗎！） · 飲品 + 平安包 + 小食 · 特別渡輪通道，不用跟公眾排隊離開長洲返回中環 · 神秘特別禮品 名額極度有限，有興趣就迅速預約！ 付款方式：請提供付款憑證。 FPS to 55073213 or Payme https://payme.hsbc/lincolncflam 詳細行程安排 上午 9:10 – 在中環 5 號碼頭集合 上午 10:15-10:30 – 抵達長洲 上午 10:45-11:30 – 觀賞兒童裝扮 上午 11:30 – 飄色巡遊開始 下午 1:00-2:30 – 在遊樂場休息，近距離欣賞舞獅、舞龍、舞象和舞麒麟 下午 4:30 – 遊行結束 活動簡史 長洲清醮節起源於 18 世紀，當時長洲飽受瘟疫和海盜侵擾。當地漁民邀請太平天皇的塑像，遊行於街頭，人們相信這樣可以驅邪避兇。村民們裝扮成其他神（這就是如今飄色巡遊的由來），巡視島上的每個角落，祈求平安祥和。隨著時間的推移，儀式內容不斷豐富，加入了象徵感恩和庇佑的包子星大樓。如今的飄色巡遊形式，包括著名的搶包子比賽，每年舉行（曾因新冠疫情短暫中斷），現在與佛誕日同期舉行，融合了道教傳統和更廣泛的文化內涵。 2011年，吹雪節被列入中國國家級非物質文化遺產名錄。 文化意義：飄色巡遊源自道教傳統，始於兩百多年前，最初是村民們為驅除瘟疫和邪靈而舉行的儀式。如今，它已發展成為香港最具活力的傳統慶典之一，並被列入國家級非物質文化遺產名錄。 交通：從中環5號碼頭搭乘渡輪前往長洲非常便利（約45-60分鐘）。 氣氛：預計屆時將人潮湧動，熱鬧非凡，尤其是在遊行當天。島上變成了一個色彩繽紛、充滿節慶氣氛的中心，到處都是傳統表演。最後4位

**Step into Hong Kong’s living history with insider access to the legendary Cheung Chau Bun Festival!** Imagine **marching in one of Hong Kong’s most spectacular cultural festivals** — not as a spectator, but as an **insider participant** with reserved spots in the legendary Piu Sik (Floating Colours) Parade! **Meeting time:** 9:10 am **Meet Point:** at Central Pier 5 towards Cheung Chau Why This Experience is Truly Special\* • March in the Piu Sik Parade with reserved community spots • Get up-close with vibrant lion🦁 , dragon🐉 , elephant 🐘 & Chinese unicorn 🦄 dances • Witness children “floating” as deities on tall poles in hand distance • Official access to the dramatic midnight Bun Race (limited to very few spots!) **Cost:** \- Super Early bird price \(before 15 May\): $268 \- Early bird price \(before 20 May\): $298 \- Regular price \(after 20 May\): $328 ### What’s Included * Exclusive commemorative **Cheung Chau Bun Festival 2026 T-shirt** * Drinks + Ping On(Lucky) buns + snack * Exclusive path for taking ferry return to Central (not taking public path, away from crowd) * Special gift * **PAYMENT:** Please provide the payment slip by FPS to 55073213 or Payme [https://payme.hsbc/lincolncflam](https://payme.hsbc/lincolncflam) to secure your place. **Detailed Agenda** * 9:10 am – Meet at Central Pier 5 * \~10:15-1030 am – Arrival at Cheung Chau * \~10:45-11:30 Observe the dressing-up of the floating children * \~11:30 am – Piu Sik Parade begins * \~1:00–2:30 pm – Rest at the playground area and enjoy watching closely lion, dragon, elephant, and unicorn dance * \~4:30 pm – Parade complete * Evening option – Stay for the midnight Bun Race (limited tickets) ### Brief History Behind the Event The Cheung Chau Bun Festival (太平清醮, Taiping Ching Chiu) originated in the 18th century when the island suffered repeated plagues and pirate attacks. Local fishermen invited the image of the deity Pak Tai to the island; parading it through the streets was believed to drive away evil spirits. Villagers dressed as other deities (the origin of today’s Piu Sik parade) to inspect every corner of the island and restore peace. Over time, the ritual expanded with bun towers symbolising gratitude and protection. The modern form, including the famous bun-snatching competition, has been held annually (with a brief COVID hiatus) and now coincides with Buddha’s Birthday, blending Taoist roots with broader cultural appeal. It was recognised as part of China’s national intangible cultural heritage in 2011. **Cultural Significance** Rooted in Taoist traditions, this festival began over two centuries ago as a community ritual to ward off plague and evil spirits. It has evolved into one of Hong Kong’s most vibrant heritage celebrations and is now listed as a national intangible cultural heritage. **Transportation** Easy ferry ride from Central Pier 5 to Cheung Chau (approximately 45–60 minutes). **Atmosphere** Expect lively energy and large crowds, especially on the main parade day. The island transforms into a colourful, festive hub filled with traditional performances.

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(Partner's Event) English Corner Time: Every Wed, Fri & Sun 19:00 - 23:00 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

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✨️🏸Happy Singles Doubles (Men's and Women's)✨️ Location: Hong Kong Ball: RSL Supreme Fee: Depends on the number of participants (split equally among participants,e.g., Total $59 2 people = $30@) (Extra administrative fee: $20) Number of Participants: Max 6 (Men: Junior High or below, Women: Happy to near Elementary) a) Participants must bring their own rackets, and registration is only open to members of this group☆ b) Members who have never participated before will have priority registration, while those who have participated can be placed on the waiting list. If no one registers within 2 days of the event being posted, the waiting list will be filled according to the order of registration. Interested parties please join to our \*\* [WhatsApp Group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/FCBdnusno62F2WhuEwO2wV?mode=gi_t) to register! The goal is to have fun playing ball; please don't be sullen or act like a coach. If you have friends who want to have dinner together, you can join after playing badminton time.

✨️🏸Happy Singles Doubles (Men's and Women's)✨️ Location: Hong Kong Ball: RSL Supreme Fee: Depends on the number of participants (split equally among participants,e.g., Total $59 2 people = $30@) (Extra administrative fee: $20) Number of Participants: Max 6 (Men: Junior High or below, Women: Happy to near Elementary) a) Participants must bring their own rackets, and registration is only open to members of this group☆ b) Members who have never participated before will have priority registration, while those who have participated can be placed on the waiting list. If no one registers within 2 days of the event being posted, the waiting list will be filled according to the order of registration. Interested parties please join to our \*\* [WhatsApp Group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/FCBdnusno62F2WhuEwO2wV?mode=gi_t) to register! The goal is to have fun playing ball; please don't be sullen or act like a coach. If you have friends who want to have dinner together, you can join after playing badminton time.

🍷飯後睇戲・輕鬆配對夜 工作再忙，也要留一點時間給自己。這個下午，我們先享受一頓美味 Tea，再一起去睇戲，讓電影成為彼此交流的橋樑。 「專業以外，遇見心動」 活動時間：預計 14:00 - 20:30 (\*視乎電影上映時間調整安排) 費用：$350 (包下午茶餐及電影) ✨ 活動亮點 •⁠ ⁠輕鬆氛圍：不用刻意表現，專業人士也能自在放鬆 •⁠ ⁠自然互動：心理輔導與溝通技巧巧妙融入，幫助你更容易打開話題 •⁠ ⁠以浪漫形式及有深度話題：令電影帶來共鳴，交流更有火花 💡 適合你 •⁠ ⁠想在繁忙工作之餘，認識志同道合的異性 •⁠ ⁠希望提升人際溝通力，讓交流更順暢 •⁠ ⁠想在輕鬆環境中，找到專業與生活的平衡 Interested parties please join to our \*\* [WhatsApp Group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/FCBdnusno62F2WhuEwO2wV?mode=gi_t) to register!

**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

# **德州撲克**（Texas hold'em，有時也簡稱為Hold'em或Holdem），簡稱**德撲**，是世界上最流行的公牌[啤](http://%5B%5Bhttps://zh.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E6%92%B2%E5%85%8B%5D%5D(https://zh.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E6%92%B2%E5%85%8B%5D)(%5Bhttps://zh.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E6%92%B2%E5%85%8B%5D(https://zh.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E6%92%B2%E5%85%8B)) "啤")衍生遊戲，也是國際啤比賽的正式競賽項目之一。[世界撲克大賽](http://%5B%5Bhttps://zh.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E4%B8%96%E7%95%8C%E6%89%91%E5%85%8B%E5%A4%A7%E8%B5%9B%5D%5D(https://zh.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E4%B8%96%E7%95%8C%E6%89%91%E5%85%8B%E5%A4%A7%E8%B5%9B%5D)(%5Bhttps://zh.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E4%B8%96%E7%95%8C%E6%89%91%E5%85%8B%E5%A4%A7%E8%B5%9B%5D(https://zh.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E4%B8%96%E7%95%8C%E6%89%91%E5%85%8B%E5%A4%A7%E8%B5%9B)) "世界撲克大賽")（World Series of Poker, [WSOP](http://%5B%5Bhttps://zh.wikipedia.org/wiki/WSOP%5D%5D(https://zh.wikipedia.org/wiki/WSOP%5D)(%5Bhttps://zh.wikipedia.org/wiki/WSOP%5D(https://zh.wikipedia.org/wiki/WSOP)) "WSOP")）和[世界啤巡迴賽](http://%5B%5Bhttps://zh.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E4%B8%96%E7%95%8C%E6%92%B2%E5%85%8B%E5%B7%A1%E8%BF%B4%E8%B3%BD%5D%5D(https://zh.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E4%B8%96%E7%95%8C%E6%92%B2%E5%85%8B%E5%B7%A1%E8%BF%B4%E8%B3%BD%5D)(%5Bhttps://zh.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E4%B8%96%E7%95%8C%E6%92%B2%E5%85%8B%E5%B7%A1%E8%BF%B4%E8%B3%BD%5D(https://zh.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E4%B8%96%E7%95%8C%E6%92%B2%E5%85%8B%E5%B7%A1%E8%BF%B4%E8%B3%BD)) "世界啤巡迴賽")（World Poker Tour，[WPT](http://%5B%5Bhttps://zh.wikipedia.org/wiki/WPT%5D%5D(https://zh.wikipedia.org/wiki/WPT%5D)(%5Bhttps://zh.wikipedia.org/wiki/WPT%5D(https://zh.wikipedia.org/wiki/WPT)) "WPT")）的主賽事（Main Event）項目即是「無限注德州撲克」[\[1\]](https://zh.wikipedia.org/zh-hk/%E5%BE%B7%E5%B7%9E%E6%92%B2%E5%85%8B#cite_note-1)。 德州撲克是位置順序影響最大的啤衍生遊戲之一，每一輪的下注順序維持不變，它也是[美國](http://%5B%5Bhttps://zh.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E7%BE%8E%E5%9C%8B%5D%5D(https://zh.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E7%BE%8E%E5%9C%8B%5D)(%5Bhttps://zh.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E7%BE%8E%E5%9C%8B%5D(https://zh.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E7%BE%8E%E5%9C%8B)) "美國")多數[賭場](http://%5B%5Bhttps://zh.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E8%B3%AD%E5%A0%B4%5D%5D(https://zh.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E8%B3%AD%E5%A0%B4%5D)(%5Bhttps://zh.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E8%B3%AD%E5%A0%B4%5D(https://zh.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E8%B3%AD%E5%A0%B4)) "賭場")內最受歡迎的[啤](http://%5B%5Bhttps://zh.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E6%92%B2%E5%85%8B%5D%5D(https://zh.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E6%92%B2%E5%85%8B%5D)(%5Bhttps://zh.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E6%92%B2%E5%85%8B%5D(https://zh.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E6%92%B2%E5%85%8B)) "啤")牌類遊戲，在美國以外的地區也十分流行，與[橋牌](http://%5B%5Bhttps://zh.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E6%A1%A5%E7%89%8C%5D%5D(https://zh.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E6%A1%A5%E7%89%8C%5D)(%5Bhttps://zh.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E6%A1%A5%E7%89%8C%5D(https://zh.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E6%A1%A5%E7%89%8C)) "橋牌")的流行程度相當。理論上，一桌同時最多可容納22位（若不銷牌則為23位）牌手，但一般是2〜10人一桌。 🔔 呢一局係自助局, 參加者需輪流take turn派牌! 我地唔玩錢, 冠軍有小回贈. 地址: 費用: [$105, Meetup報名$100] Pay at entrance. 包飲品一盒, extra飲品每盒$5. 🔔 人多, 或員工/主持忙於教玩遊戲時可能沒暇收取場費, 請利用櫃面PayMe code/Ali Pay /FPS號碼自行支付. 如發現有故意走數情況, 會被放進Meeple Tree 黑名單. 🔔 場地沒有食物提供, 但歡迎帶外賣上來食. 🔔 宣傳其他場地/放飛機/遊戲過程中態度惡劣者會被放進黑名單. 🔔 入埸請除鞋. 埸內拖鞋祗供店內用, 請勿著出店外. 🔔 報名參加Meetup活動, 當系統問你"Are you bringing anyone"時, 如果你祗是一個人來, 毋須㩒+1 (+1代表會帶朋友來的意思). 🔔 我哋嘅活動主持人有時會因為工作或者學業關係臨時嚟唔到，Meeple Tree 保留臨時更換主持嘅可能性。🙏 🔔 本會因放飛機(活動開始前24小時內退出者)被移除人數: 102 🔔 Meeple Tree保留參加者名單最後決定權. 🔔 Follow我哋IG: mtboardgame / boardgame_hk \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* 📣 我地成業街超抵Deal場地‼️ 星期一至四，$400 book 場玩6個鐘，book 晒成個場, 600尺空間自由玩！ 歡迎約埋啲朋友仔一齊上去玩啦！查詢預約：Whatsapp 6️⃣7️⃣9️⃣4️⃣1️⃣1️⃣6️⃣6️⃣

Star Road Language Exchange 🌃 . *Update: Click Attend and get $20 discount! . Welcome to Star Road Language Exchange. In this group, everyone is a star! :) . Enjoy learning a new language or meet new friends in a relax atmosphere. . We try to organise every week. Looking forward to seeing you. :) . Time: Sunday 5:15-7:15 Place: Rizzy Coffee, LKF, Central , HK (G/F, LKF 29, 29 Wyndham St, Central Hong Kong) https://maps.app.goo.gl/pVyy1Hbj8i95QR227?g_st=ic . Entrance Fee: $40 (Plz buy at least 1 drink!) Click Attend and get $20 discount! . Proposal 😂 17:15 Star Rd Lang Ex 19:15 Dinner together . Whatsapp (65078638) me for any enquiries . Check out Star Road Language Exchange on Meetup https://meetu.ps/c/4vfpY/xy0yQ/a . #HK #English #friends #language

⚠️ **IMPORTANT: You must sign up and buy a ticket here to attend:** [https://groupvibe.com/](https://groupvibe.com/) **Join the Columbus City Brunch Club and make new friends!** Each meetup brings together 4–6 people for casual conversations over brunch. We use the Groupvibe platform to facilitate the meetup and ensure everyone’s a good fit. 👉 **To attend, you’ll need to complete registration via this link:** [https://groupvibe.com/](https://groupvibe.com/) We’ll share the exact location of the upcoming meetup the night before only if you have bought a ticket or membership plan. **Why this works:** \* Smaller groups make real conversations easier. \* Discover new restaurants in your city, together. \* Curated lunch venues with good food and vibe. \* If you hit it off with your group, there’s plenty of time to hang out afterwards. **Note:** RSVPs on Meetup don’t reflect total attendance. Many attendees register directly via our website. The event on [Meetup.com](http://meetup.com/) is only a placeholder. This meetup is organized by Groupvibe, a small team passionate about helping people form meaningful friendships offline.

Join us as we get together to see Paul Rudd in the latest comedy-drama-musical from John Carney, POWER BALLAD! The film follows a washed-up wedding singer, a fading boy band singer and a stolen hit song. Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: Rick, a washed-up wedding singer, and Danny, a fading boy band star, bond over music and a late-night jam session. When Danny turns Rick's song into a hit, Rick sets out to reclaim the recognition he believes he deserves. Power Ballad is written/directed by John Carney, the master of the modern musical and creative mind behind Once, Begin Again and Sing Street! It stars Paul Rudd, Nick Jonas, Peter McDonald, Marcella Plunkett, Havana Rose Liu and Jack Reynor. BUZZ & ACCLAIM: The film premiered to rave reviews at this year’s Dublin International Film Festival where critics call it “a sure-fired crowd-pleaser” that “just might be the feel-good hit of the year!” Others say, “Paul Rudd delivers a career-best performance in this charmer” that’s both “hilarious and deeply moving!” SUMMER OF ICE CREAM, VOL 2: SHAKE NO. 8! Ranked the #1 Ice Cream Shop in Columbus in 2024, this is the perfect place to kick off our Summer of Ice Cream and grab a sweet treat after the show! Their menu features an array of traditional, specialty and vegan shakes, hot cocoa, and more! You can check out their full menu here: [https://www.shakeno8.com/menu.php](https://www.shakeno8.com/menu.php) PLAN: We’ll plan for a 7pm-ish showing and will meet in the lobby area about 20 minutes before the show. Once showtime is announced, advance ticket purchase is advised! Once you have yours, please list your seat number in the Comments section of this event. We'll head to nearby Shake No. 8 immediately following the show! Should be a fun one, Dan

This is a free, in-person meeting on the subject of betrayals, losses and how to get over them so you can build lasting relationships. Burdened by a stressful relationship? Unhealthy relationships can trigger feelings of anger, despair or self-doubt. They can create dwindling spirals of fights and seeking to make-up, or trying to “pin the blame” on someone or something. If you don’t find the RIGHT reasons, or select the correct sources of the problem, the problem can just get worse and worse. Whether in love or personal ties, with friends or at work, our life really IS affected by the quality of our relationships. Good ones can promote pleasure and survival while less optimum ones can lead to annoyance, anger, self-doubt, stress, or even affect our health and ability to survive well. Whether you are suffering from a divorce, or a painful break-up, don’t know who to trust (or who to CHOOSE) as a partner, friend, boss or employee - the anxiety of relationship troubles can really make a mess of things. Maybe you’ve suffered a betrayal, or are dealing with hostility or criticalness or invalidation. Dwindling relationships can involve destructive behavior, where we hurt those we love, or start succumbing to self-destructive thoughts, attitudes or behaviors that spiral out of control and affect much more than our immediate relationship. Past losses in love or life can affect how we act or react to new people and situations and hold us back from even starting to create new, possibly great relationships! How can one get back onto a saner course of action? Come to our Meetup, where we can introduce you to some of the knowledge, tools and techniques of the breakthroughs in the field of the mind that we can apply to this ever important area of life: human relationships! Break free from self imposed limitations Here we will discuss: • How to “erase” the trauma of past hurts and betrayals so that one isn’t always repeating past mistakes. • Why and how do the negative emotions of others affect you? • Why is my partner withdrawing and what can I do about it? • Why do we sometimes feel compelled to hurt the ones we love? • Fights & arguments - what's really behind them? • What underlies “corrosive criticism” or the need to invalidate self or others? • How one can stably change one’s outlook on life so they can affect positive change? • Where do compulsive destructive behaviors come from and what can be done about them? • How to form closer bonds & keep growing the relationships with the people you care about? • How to enhance one’s own ability to survive and create positive healthy relationships whether in love, family & friendships or in work, business or one’s career? Relationships can be hard and life itself IS challenging. Why not arm yourself with the knowledge and breakthroughs that have been made about the mind, mental reactions & interpersonal relationships, so that one has better awareness and control over themselves and life in general. Learn where painful experiences are “stored” and how they can unknowingly affect us. You will also find out how one can “erase” those past painful experiences so that one is free to move forward without being tripped up by the past. Learn too, about what can lead some people to become “toxic” personalities and how to identify those traits in others so you won’t be tripped up trusting the wrong person. Our free Meet-ups occur in a safe environment where one can learn, without fear of judgment or criticism, and without the recommendation of harmful mental techniques or therapies, just how YOU can get yourself onto a happier & more successful path: in love & in life. We look forward to having you join us! This class is sponsored by the Dianetics & Scientology Life Improvement Center of Central Ohio.

Attend a free seminar on how to have successful and lasting relationships. At this seminar you will learn: How to spot and handle negative and toxic relationships. How to get through the "rough patches" in a relationship. How to choose the right people to work with. The three things that make or break any relationship. How to make a good relationship great. All are welcome. Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there. Hosted by the Dianetics and Scientology Life Improvement Center of Central Ohio.