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Tuesday night life drawing sessions at senseless Art Studio in Hong Kong have been organised for many years in different locations. As an open workshop, everyone is welcome, from beginners (there are many) to seasoned artists. Everyone is very respectful and willing to share. Time: 7.30 – 9.30pm, every Tuesday night; Venue: senselessart Studio Portland street. Prince Edward station. 1 minute walk from Prince Edward MTR exit D, on the left, past the Isuzu dealership, please [email]( mailto:rachel@senselessart.net) for the DOOR CODE. Self-teaching class: drawing starts at 7:30PM and ends around 9:45PM (sometimes a bit later). Come early if you want to get a good spot (especially if you'd like to be drawing on a table). Doors open at 7:00pm. We usually overstay to discuss the drawings and exchange impressions and advice. Working with male and female models, short poses mostly (2 to 20 minutes). Starting with short warm up poses and finishing on longer poses. (Please do not ask if the model will be male or female in advance, models change every week and if the model gender makes a difference to your participation then this probably isn't the drawing session you are looking for). Fee: HKD$200 per session (two hours), discount for students. Pay on the night in cash, payme or FPS MATERIALS ARE NOT PROVIDED _ PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN REGISTRATION IS MANDATORY, please send e-mail to rachel@senselessart.net for inquiries and complete details about the sessions. Website: www.senselessart.net

\*\*\* MT Poker League第一埸, 計冠軍埸次, 年終有奬品. **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](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](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](https://zh.wikipedia.org/wiki/WSOP "WSOP")）和[世界啤巡迴賽](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](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](https://zh.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E7%BE%8E%E5%9C%8B "美國")多數[賭場](https://zh.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E8%B3%AD%E5%A0%B4 "賭場")內最受歡迎的[啤](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](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. 費用: [$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: 98 🔔 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，$600 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

In this session of HKWD we dive into the world of local models with Google AI. The evening will be held at Garage society with their support along with AngelFlow. The night is split into two parts. One on video game development of Non Player Characters and using GenAI and the other will be The Browser is the Brain: Running Google Gemma Locally with WebGPU. **Talk 1: Video game development of Non Player Characters and using GenAI** Using AI in video games is not a new idea and has been used a long time for things like game mechanics, character movements, path finding, dynamic levels and maps. However using it for non playable charters is new and Google Gemma is designed exactly for that. We take a look at how to get up and running with Gemma in Unity and some of the alternatives. **Gemma** Google has a great library designed just for Non Player Characters and we will explore how to use it in Unity. https://ai.google.dev/gdc **About Rhys Turner** Co founder, Creative Technologist and Director, Tronica Rhys Turner is a Creative Technologist and Innovation Technologist, specialising in the intersection of technology, design, and luxury experiences. With a background in emerging technologies, AI, and interactive media, he explores innovative ways to enhance digital storytelling and customer engagement. His work focuses on blending creativity with technical innovation, pushing the boundaries of digital craftsmanship in the fashion and beauty industries. **Talk 2: The Browser is the Brain: Running Google Gemma Locally with WebGPU** While many associate AI with heavy cloud costs and latency, Google’s Gemma is small and efficient enough to run directly in the user's browser. In this session, Frankie (GDG Hong Kong) explores the frontier of "Local AI" for the web. We will discuss how developers can use Google’s tools to run Gemma models on-device via WebGPU. This approach eliminates API costs and privacy concerns, allowing web developers to create highly responsive, AI-powered interfaces that feel as fluid as a modern video game—all without a backend. **About Frankie Wu** Organiser, GDG Hong Kong As an Al Engineer, Frankie’s role revolves around leveraging Large Language Models and data mining to innovate news analytics. His recent academic journey culminated with a Master's in Computer Science from The University of Hong Kong, focusing on financial computing which complements his current work. Frankie’s expertise in Python and passion for machine learning empower him to contribute to large enterprise digital transformation. The fusion of risk management principles from his bachelor's degree and psychological insights helps him craft Al solutions that are not only technically sound but also contextually aware, enhancing the strategic decision-making process. **Sponsors and supporting partner** [Tronica](https://tronica.io/) - HKWD sponsor [Angelflow](https://www.angelflow.vc/) - supporting partner [Garage Society](https://www.thegaragesociety.com/) - supporting partner **Event notes** * This event is first come first serve and will be letting people in on a capacity basis * food and drinks buy by the bar * vip reserved seats upon request







 **Schedule** 7:00 - Welcome mingle
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$20 for 2 hours

\*\*\*please register your session to attend\*\*\* Hi 👋🏼 Yogis I am yoga instructor Sophia. As a new yoga teacher (200 YTT certified), I’m excited to share the practice of stretching and Hatha Yoga with others, guiding you through mindful breath and purposeful movement. We’ll explore foundational poses, gentle alignment, and slow, steady stretches that honor your body's limits while inviting greater flexibility and balance. My intention is to create a supportive space where we practice together, learn from each other, and cultivate calm, focus, and presence both on and off the mat. Whether you’re new to yoga or returning after a pause, we’ll move at a comfortable pace, listen to our bodies, and celebrate small progress as we grow. FitFam is a welcoming community for fitness enthusiasts, including yoga lovers, to connect and make new friends, regardless of background or language.😇😁 The event is free. All you need to do is * Bring your own yoga mat * small towel to assist with stretching * wear comfortable outfit 🩷 We’ll meet at the wood deck by the waterfront of Tamar Park. Please look for the one right after passing the big lawn of Legislative Council Complex. Arrive a few minutes early, so we can greet each other and settle in before we start moving and breathing together. If you can’t find the location, feel free to text me or leave messages in the FitFam group 🩷 **Please pay attention to the weather, the FitFam WhatsApp group, and the event page.** In case of bad weather, the location may change to Central Pier 9 or 10. I will announce any changes one hour before the event. 🩷 If you cannot attend the event, please cancel your reservation. ⚠️𝐀𝐃𝐃𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐈𝐍𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍⚠️ Please take a minute to read the following information regarding your participation in FitFam workouts. By signing up for this session, you confirm that you have read and understood the terms and risks detailed below. 💬WHATSAPP💬 We have a WhatsApp group! If you've participated in several of our sessions and would like to stay engaged with other regular FitFammers, please let one of our leaders know at the end of a workout so they can add you to the group. 🙅NOT GOING🙅‍♂️ If you have signed up for a session and can no longer make it, please move yourself to "Not Going" so our leaders have a more accurate count of participants coming to their session. This also helps us plan workouts more effectively. 🔊DISCLAIMER🔊 By signing up for this session, you confirm that you have read and understood the terms and risks detailed in our Disclaimer and Release of Liability Agreement: https://www.meetup.com/fitfamhongkong/pages/29134671/Disclaimer_and_Release_of_Liability_Agreement For any other question regarding our workouts and our community, please refer to the FAQs page: https://www.meetup.com/fitfamhongkong/pages/29134429/FitFam_FAQs
​ FitFam is accessible to everyone. No equipment, no previous experience or wallet needed. See you on the field.

**Hike: Tung Lung Chau Island - Circumnavigation** **Difficulty Level:** 3 out of 5 **Distance:** 8.5-10 km (approximate) **Time:** 5 hours (approximate) **Description:** Calling all intrepid hikers! Brace yourself for an exhilarating adventure that will leave you breathless with excitement. Join us as we conquer the 8.5km trail encircling the captivating Tung Lung Chau Island, a journey that will ignite your senses and take approximately 4.5 hours of pure adrenaline. Experience the island's wonders in all their glory, from the breathtaking climb to the 232-meter pinnacle to the awe-inspiring remains of Tung Lung Chau Fort, a formidable defense against marauding pirates. Get ready to immerse yourself in this thrilling escapade, where every step is a testament to the indomitable spirit of exploration. Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to witness nature's beauty and history unfold before your eyes. **What to bring:** * 3-4 liters of water * Snacks to eat along the way (sandwich, fruits, nuts, etc) * Hiking shoes with good support * Sunglasses * Headgear (cap/hat) * Sunscreen * Bug Spray * In case of Rain: plan accordingly **Toilets:** There are toilets at the pier, on the boat and on the island. **Stores:** While the pier does have stores where you can purchase drinks and snacks, it is highly recommended to come fully prepared with all the essentials you'll need for the hike. There is a store on the island, The Holiday Store, where you can also buy some items; whether it will be open on the day we arrive is anyone's guess. **\*Meeting Point:** Sai Won Ho MTR Station - Exit B \*Once everyone arrives we will walk to the Shau Kei Wan Typhoon Shelter Landing No. 10. This is an 11 min walk. **Ferry Schedule**: Click [here](https://www.td.gov.hk/en/transport_in_hong_kong/public_transport/ferries/kaito_services_map/service_details/index.html#k15). **Time:** 9:00 am (SHARP). This will give us 45 min to walk to the ferry terminal and DEPART at 9:45 AM. **IMPORTANT**: Out of respect to the members that arrive on time, we will only be able to wait a maximum of 5 minutes. Should you arrive after 9:05 am, I will no longer be answering phone calls or responding to messages as I need to give my time and attention to those that have arrived on time.

Learn different techniques and different media (e.g. watercolour painting, sketching with pastel, charcoal...) for different subjects (still-life, landscape, portraiture…) of different themes to produce your own portfolios for IGCSE, IB, application for universities. Only one charge and all art materials will be provided! Please RSVP call or WhatsApp Win Davies +852 9332 0424.your own portfolios for IGCSE, IB, application for universities. Only one charge and all art materials will be provided! Please RSVP call or WhatsApp Win Davies +852 9332 0424.

JUMPSTARTER 2026 will spotlight AI and sustainability. Immerse yourself in world-class speakers, innovative startups, and invaluable networking opportunities. Lead the pack in AI trends and sustainability impact, drive business evolution, and harness the power of connections and inspiration. Secure your spot now! As a strategic sponsor of JUMPSTARTER 2026, HKSTP will showcase 12 pioneering startups in Artificial Intelligence and Sustainability in our booth at E07, Hall 5BC, HKCEC. Register: [Link](https://hkstp.wufoo.com/forms/jumpstarter-2026-x-hkstp-event-registration/)

**General idea:** Join us for a relaxed people-drawing-people activity over coffee or a drink. Both newcomers and experienced participants are welcome to join. **💰 Price** : Only pay for your drink! We don't charge a fee. **✅ Guidelines**: * Bring your own paper, pencil, drawing tablet etc ✏️ * Greet the host(s)! * Buy yourself a drink (tea, coffee, sodas, etc) * Find a seat and start drawing your surroundings (especially the people). 📣 **Join our socials!** Follow [our official Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/people_drawing_people/) for event photos **@peopledrawingpeople** Grow the event by sharing your own drawings and tag us! 📸 **Photos** Hosts will also take descriptive shots of the event and your drawings to promote this meetup to new members outside. If you prefer not to appear in photographs just let them know. **[ Optional activities ]** For variety we may suggest optional activities which you can choose to participate in or not. These include volunteering as a model for the group, or partnering up with people for longer model/artist exchanges, skill sharing, etc.

Dear Toastmasters & guests, *Theme of the meeting: “Pet Economy” 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!**

Window functions have nothing to do with the Windows operating system but provide a “window” to a result set when used in SQL queries. They are powerful, set-based methods to view data in unexpected ways. Window functions provide easy, set-based solutions to solve some common problems: * Using running totals * Performing operations in intervals * Identifying data gaps and islands * Performing aggregates without losing detail Many people are confused by window functions and do not know how to use them properly. This session will explore window functions, how they work, and how to use them. Demonstrations with several examples will solidify how window functions can simplify queries and make them more powerful.

So this month's prompt is more general. I think we can all agree that we are living in "unique" times that require coping skills. I think that one role and/or purpose of philosophy is to help us deal with our daily lives and our "unique" times. So, let's share our feelings and thoughts about which philosopher/philosophy we turn to in order to deal with our crazy events. Who/what helps you stay focused in your daily life and helps you sleep at night. I find that Stoicism with a little philosophical pessimism mixed in goes a long way in helping me deal with what I see as very destructive, fearful and mean spirited public policies at both the state and federal levels. Hope to see you on March 28th!

**Google Analytics Alternatives** Is it finally time to make the switch away from Google Analytics? Two-and-a-half years ago Jason Packer asked this question at Columbus Web Analytics Wednesday. Since then: Google’s Universal Analytics has been sunset, we’ve changed our name to Columbus Data & Analytics Wednesday, and Jason has released two editions of his book “Google Analytics Alternatives”. Fresh off the release of the 2nd edition of his book, we thought it was time to re-open this conversation. While people love to complain about it, GA’s market share has remained relatively constant (at least in the United States). Why is that? You won’t find any complaints about GA4 in this talk, but rather an overview of what’s currently available in the market and how to frame your decision-making process. We’ll also be giving out some free copies of Jason’s book! So even if you’ve got a “GA4Lyfe” tattoo (no judgement), there’s free books to go with the free pizza and beer. Thanks to our 2026 sponsors: [Clarivoy](https://www.clarivoy.com), [What Box Consulting Group](https://www.whatboxconsultinggroup.com), [Conductrics](https://www.conductrics.com), and [Piwik PRO](https://piwik.pro) More info at [cbusdaw.com](https://cbusdaw.com)

ATTIRE : GREEN Feel the luck of the leprechaun this upcoming Latin City Wednesday. Wear you GREEN or you get pinched 😉. Charming you with the best selection of Salsa, Bachata, Merengue and Cha Cha Chá that you can muster. Feel free to bring your own enticing drinks as well. ********************************* Viva Dance Columbus (2809 Festival Lane Dublin, OH 43017) 830pm-930pm Casino Style Salsa Lessons 930pm-Midnight Open Latin Dance Party $15 With the Lesson $10 Open Dance Party Only ********************************** Free Parking, No Need to Bring a dance partner, No Sandals Please and Plenty of Space to Move on the Dance Floor.

Discover Kiro, AWS’s innovative development environment that adapts to your workflow. Whether you prefer specification-driven development or a more intuitive, vibe-based approach, Kiro empowers you to build applications your way. In this session, speakers will explore Kiro’s core functionality and its evolution through re:Invent 2025, along with demonstrations of prompts used to create APIs, hooks, and steering documents. In the latter part of the session, watch as we build a complete example from scratch, showcasing Kiro’s agentic AI workflow in action for spec-driven development and vibe coding. What You'll Learn - Core Kiro concepts and development philosophy Feature evolution: pre and post re:Invent 2025 Practical examples: API creation, hooks, and steering docs Live coding demonstration with real-time problem solving Who Should Attend - Developers, solutions architects, and technical leaders interested in modern AWS development tools and AI-assisted coding workflows. **Speakers Bio:** Matthew Jorat: Matthew Jorat is a Customer Solutions Manager at AWS with nearly three decades of expertise in AI, cloud transformation, migration, modernization, IT, technology, and business. His career spans infrastructure engineer, solutions architect, security auditor, customer success director, support and services director, and operations officer. He was an early adopter of AWS services as a customer, and his current role at AWS uniquely blends his technical and business skills as he partners with executive teams to translate strategic priorities into measurable business outcomes through cloud adoption, AI implementation, and operational excellence. Matt leads end-to-end AI initiatives for enterprise customers, identifying high-impact use cases and maintaining relentless focus on measurable ROI. He holds eight AWS certifications and serves as Adjunct Professor at Franklin University teaching cloud computing and AWS architecture. His expertise encompasses GenAI, agentic AI systems, migration, modernization, and optimization strategies that drive transformation at scale. [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattjorat/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattjorat/) Girish Bhatia: Girish Bhatia is a seasoned technology delivery leader with deep expertise in cross-domain program management. He holds multiple AWS certifications, including AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate, AWS Certified Developer – Associate, and AWS Generative AI Practitioner, and is also an AWS Community Builder. Girish brings over two decades of experience in the information technology industry. Throughout his career, Girish has led major technology-driven business transformation from modernizing on-premises applications to driving large-scale cloud migrations. His work includes API-based integration platforms, data-center and mainframe modernization, and enterprise cloud adoption initiatives. Based in Columbus, Ohio, Girish works at a tech-forward fintech company. He is passionate about AWS serverless architectures, Generative AI and emerging cloud technologies. An avid learner and builder, he continues to explore and apply the latest innovations in AWS to help organizations accelerate their digital transformation. https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/[https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/) **THANK YOU** *Franklin University* for hosting our meetup! To learn more about *Franklin University*, please visit their website: https://www.franklin.edu/ **DIRECTIONS** Franklin University Fisher Hall 300 E. Main St, Columbus, OH 43215 Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jxjBA2hUmS5qrvhq8 Parking is FREE! Please park in Lot C in front of Fisher Hall. See attached map. NOTE: Map the address only. When mapping with Google Maps it may use the Fisher Hall at OSU, which is NOT correct. **Want to sponsor the pizza and/or bar tab?** Please contact me if you would like to sponsor this meetup's pizza and/or bar tab: angelo@mandato.com

Welcome to the Art School - 20's & 30's artists Meetup group! This is a community for young artists who are passionate about exploring different mediums and techniques in the world of art. Whether you're a painter, sculptor, photographer, or mixed media artist, this group is the perfect place to connect with like-minded individuals, have a space to work on your craft, and showcase your work. Let's inspire and support each other on our artistic journeys! Whether you're a novice or a seasoned artist, all skill levels are welcome. Join us and unleash your creativity! This month we will be discussing Andrew Thompson, an artist known for vibrant colors and a unique style. Whose, worked on pieces for **Bioware**, **Lucasfilm**, **Bethesda Games**,, **Sony**, **Variety Magazine**, **Bojack Horseman**, **Marvel**, and **Wizards of the Coast.** [https://schmandrewart.com/hello](https://schmandrewart.com/hello) Afterwards, we will have time to work on our individual art projects, hang out and if anyone is interested in feedback on their work there will be time for that as well.

Come out to Improving for our monthly iOS and Mac meetings. This Month's Presentation: **Python Tips and Tricks on iOS** **Mike Kennedy** What is Cocoaheads (http://cocoaheads.org/)? CocoaHeads is a group devoted to discussion of Apple Computer's Cocoa Framework for programming on MacOS X and iOS (including the iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch). During monthly meetings, members present on their projects and offer tutorials on various programming topics. What is BuckeyeCocoa (http://buckeyecocoa.org/)? BuckeyeCocoa is a group of Objective-C/Swift developers/enthusiasts. We host monthly Cocoaheads and near-weekly NSCoder meetings in Columbus, Ohio. The meetings are free to attend. Presentations! Presenters welcome! We are always in need of people willing to present material. Any Swift and/or Objective-C related topic is welcome. Times can be 5 minutes (i.e. lightning talks) to a maximum of 2 hours. Interested? Contact info is on the BuckeyeCocoa website. To volunteer for a presentation contact us at @BuckeyeCocoa on Twitter. Follow us on Twitter! @BuckeyeCocoa (https://twitter.com/#!/Buckeyecocoa/) For more information: http://buckeyecocoa.org/