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Introduction to Calligraphy Class This fully-guided workshop by artist Sonia Ong gives a beginner’s introduction to Chinese calligraphy technique. Learn and practice the technique to calligraphic writing and what is acceptable or not by tradition. Create, improve or perfect your writing control and style with practice sheets. Contribute to a collaborative poem with fellow participants. Finish your session with a mini-version of our original calligraphy art jam. Snack and free flow tea. 2 hours. $95

Learn about the different moves you can do when you're in a hiccup! Feeling a little pumped in your forearms? We'll show you the secret to resting effectively too! ### **Address** 18 Tai Seng St, #01-09, Singapore 539775 ### **Schedule** Saturdays 11AM - 12PM ### **Booking Information** * Please contact **98225900** to find out how to book this class. * The instructor will reach out to you once you've booked the class.

👋 Hello Grafana & Friends Singapore! This month, we are excited to partner with the MongoDB for a collaborative evening of tech! As observability and data landscapes become increasingly complex, the integration between the LGTM stack and MongoDB is more critical than ever. This month, we are bringing together engineers from both ecosystems to share implementation strategies, architectural best practices, and real-world monitoring patterns. As always, come ready to learn, connect, and exchange ideas with the community. Light bites and networking included! **Topic 1: Real-Time Observability with MongoDB and Grafana: From Logs to Dashboard** **Speaker: Piti Champeethong**, Senior Consulting Engineer, MongoDB **Session Abstract:** Learn how to integrate MongoDB Atlas with Azure Grafana to build real-time dashboards for both database performance and application data. This session covers Prometheus-based monitoring, direct querying, and Azure-native pipelines for modern observability. **Topic 2: Agentic Observability: From OTel Signals to Production Remediation with MongoDB MCP** **Speaker: Hendri Tjiptowibowo**, Senior Partner Solutions Engineer, Grafana Labs **Session Abstract:** Learn how Grafana Assistant (available on OSS) combines OpenTelemetry signals with MongoDB MCP to move from observability to action. This session demonstrates AI-driven investigation of production issues, including trace analysis, query plan inspection, index recommendations, and automated remediation workflows. **📅 Date:** Thursday, June 11th, 2026 **🕡 Time:** 6:00pm - 9:00pm **📍 Location:** Smartworks Great Eastern Centre, 1 Pickering Street, Singapore 048659 - Level 8 ⚠️ **Reminder:** Please bring your valid physical photo ID (NRIC or Passport) to access the building. **Agenda** * **6:00 PM:** Registration, Light Bites & Networking * **6:55 PM:** Welcome & Opening * **7:00 PM:** Piti Champeethong, Senior Consulting Engineer at MongoDB – Real-Time Observability with MongoDB and Grafana: From Logs to Dashboard * **7:30 PM:** Hendri Tjiptowibowo, Senior Partner Solutions Engineer at Grafana Labs - Agentic Observability: From OTel Signals to Production Remediation with MongoDB MCP * **8:00PM:** Networking & Close **In Partnership with MongoDB:** This event is a collaborative session between **Grafana & Friends Singapore** and the **Singapore MongoDB User Group**. Special thanks to our Co-Partner, **MongoDB**, for providing the space.

**Coworking for writers in your area** Join us for some focused writing time on Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10am....All writers and all experience levels are welcome, and don’t worry, no one will see what you've written. This session is about getting your writing done and meeting other writers in your area. When you show up, say hello to everyone, grab a drink, and get your writing tools ready. Once you’re all settled, take some time to chat with your fellow writers. Once everyone’s arrived, I will lead quick introductions and then set the timer for our quiet and focused writing session. Afterward, we’ll have time to chat and get to know each other. We often talk about our successes and challenges as writers. If you don’t have time to stick around, no worries! **A note about the format** We don’t host critiques or readings. These events are a safe space for writers of all skill levels and genres to work on their craft, so no one will read or critique your writing. For our full event schedule, visit [https://shutupwrite.com](https://shutupwrite.com/). **Other Important Details:** **WiFi**: Simply Bread cafe does not have wifi, but if needed, you can use the one from next door at CBTF. **Address**: Simply Bread, 1 Fifth Ave., #01-03 Guthrie House, Singapore 268802. **MRT stop**: Blue line, Sixth avenue **Parking**: Basement parking available at Guthrie House **Venue Guidelines**: Please thank our hosts by purchasing something. **What to Bring**: Your FULLY CHARGED laptop / digital writing device - there are no power outlets available there.

Welcome! Gist below! :-) 1. Bring a book to the meet! 2. Buy a drink (and a bite if you're hungry). 3. Say hi to the folks. 4. Read! 5. We'll do a short round of intros and a short sharing at the end too. :) Come in and find us (we're probably the only reading group)! In the event that the place is full, we'll find a back up nearby. :-) This is a limited seats, small group event, so do try to update your RSVP early if your plans change! Thanks in advance! Nearest MRT: Bugis (DT14/EW12)

**For ages 18 and above.** Transform your body and mind with our Graceful Shoulders, Supple Hips yoga class, where we focus on enhancing mobility, strength, and flexibility in your shoulders and hips. This class blends therapeutic yoga practices with mindful movements to gently open and strengthen these crucial areas of your body. Whether you're dealing with stiffness, recovering from injury, or simply aiming to improve your overall well-being, this class is designed to cater to all levels and abilities. In each session, guided by experienced instructors, you'll explore a sequence of gentle yet effective yoga postures aimed at releasing tension, improving flexibility, and strengthening muscles around the shoulders and hips. These practices not only enhance physical health but also cultivate mindfulness and relaxation, providing a profound sense of well-being that extends beyond the mat. Whether you're new to yoga or a seasoned practitioner, our inclusive environment welcomes everyone seeking to nurture their body and mind. Expect to leave each class feeling revitalized, with newfound ease in your movements and a deeper connection to your inner self. ### **Address** 163 Telok Ayer St, #03-01, Singapore 068616 ### **Schedule** Thursdays 515PM - 615PM ### **Booking Information** * Please contact **98225900** to find out how to book this class. * The instructor will reach out to you once you've booked the class.

Join us for a fun photography meetup at Lau Pa Sat! This historic food court is a great place to take pictures of the beautiful architecture, bustling street life, and delicious local dishes. Whether you're using a fancy camera or just your phone, you'll be able to capture some amazing shots. We'll start with a quick meet and greet, then head out together to explore and take photos. Don't worry if you're a beginner - we're all here to learn and have fun! After our photo walk, we'll meet up at a nearby coffee shop to chat about our experiences and share our favorite photos. It's a great way to connect with other photography enthusiasts and get inspired. Join us if you're interested in photography, whether you're a pro or just starting out. We do it for the love of the craft! This is a free event, but please RSVP so we know you're coming. If you have any trouble finding us or have questions, feel free to call or text: Jay: +65 9352 0249 Sandeep: +65 8609 1667 Join our WhatsApp group for live location sharing: https://chat.whatsapp.com/IYNcf63yaXr2PAXyrjeHzi We share our live location there to help everyone stay connected — especially as people naturally wander off while shooting. Meeting Point: Downtown/Raffles Place (Lau Pa Sat) - Raffles Place MRT — Exit I (Lau Pa Sat / Boon Tat Street) Route: Lau Pa Sat → Boon Tat St → Shenton Way

🏛️ **WHAT'S PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY ABOUT?** Practical Philosophy is a weekly meet-up that brings critical thinkers together for an opportunity to dive deep on a topic, practice communicating, and building a community. All with no ‘official’ philosophy knowledge required! 😎 Practical Philosophy is based on the idea that philosophy should be accessible to all, and not something reserved only for academics. Each week we choose a topic, and the goal is to use the conversation to develop our critical thinking and communication as we explore that topic. The goal is to help develop our Critical Thinking, Communication, and Community 🙌 📓 **HOW DOES IT WORK?** Each week, we pick one topic and discuss it. The topic for the week is shared, generally in the [Whatsapp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Dsjl0cwLVxR4tw1jTC1Osx?mode=gi_t), along with jump-off points to get the conversation going. When groups get bigger than 7-8 people, it’s important that we break into smaller groups. This way we are able to maintain a conversational flow as opposed to having our meetups feel like a discourse or lecture. **General Meeting Agenda** Each Practical Philosophy meet-up follows this general timeline: * 19:00-19:15 - People arrive and chat, get to know each other before the ‘official' start. * 19:15-19:25 - Meeting introduction, explanation of Practical Philosophy and the topic for the week, read the guidelines and the overview so attendees know what to expect in terms of timelines. * 19:25-20:45 - Break into small groups - introduce yourselves and general thoughts on the topic, open discussion afterwards. At this point the group can review the ‘jump-off’ questions as needed, but they are just there to help guide the conversation. It’s not obligatory to answer them. * 20:45-21:00 - Bring everyone back together to discuss conclusions of the topic - each group gives a short 1-minute summary. Organizer concludes the meeting and everyone takes a group photo. * 21:00 - The official meeting is over but it’s a great opportunity to get to know people in a non-structured environment, so we often stick around, chat, and get to know each other. **🧧PRICING?** Practical Philosophy Club is FREE to attend! We just ask that if we are meeting in a café, buy a beverage! Some chapters rent a space for us to meet, and they may ask for donations to help contribute to the cost of rent. Donations will always be 100% voluntary though! 💛 **WHAT PEOPLE SAY ABOUT PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY** 🗣 “I feel like Philosophy Club helps someone build their own belief system through a series of perspectives while not promoting what’s right and wrong” - Ekam 🗣 “I got hooked from day 1 (the topic was authority) and felt it was the right place for me. I feel it is a place where people can go to learn and discuss new perspectives and increase critical thinking and community by interacting with people who might challenge your point of views but at the same time encourage you to have openness and mind flexibility.” - Daniel **🤓 FAQ** * ​What will we talk about? What's the topic? ​The topic for the week is shared every Sunday in the Whatsapp group. We try to add the topic to the comment section on this event page as well but if you don’t see it, the topic and the jump-off points will be in our [Whatsapp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Dsjl0cwLVxR4tw1jTC1Osx?mode=gi_t). * Do I need to study or read anything to attend? No preparation is necessary. This isn’t a study of other thinkers. We want to know what YOU think about the topic, not what an old philosopher thought. If you have a perspective from a religion or a school of thought to share, throw it on the table and we’ll discuss it, but it's not required. * Is there a specific philosophy that Practical Philosophy is focused on? The goal of our meet-ups is to not have dogmatic discussions, and flex our critical thinking muscles. Because of this, we want to hear from every realm of thought, and don't study a particular school. * Is it mostly men that attend? Surprisingly, no! Although philosophy is seen as a Candelabra affair in a dark room with a bunch of guys, our Practical Philosophy meetups are generally 50/50 between genders, and we don’t meet in any dark rooms. * Can I come alone? Of course you can, we encourage it :) * Can I be late? Please don't be! We do have a 15 minute grace period where we allow people to funnel in while we hang out, but after that if you arrive too late, it disrupts the flow of the conversation. * Where do you meet? The location is posted in Meetup and our [Whatsapp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Dsjl0cwLVxR4tw1jTC1Osx?mode=gi_t) group for this location. It is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that you join the Whatsapp group! If you want to know what other cities have a Practical Philosophy Club, you can see our chapters on our [website](https://www.practicalphilosophy.club/practical-philosophy-locations/). **PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY - Making Philosophy Available To All.** ✨ Practical Philosophy hosts weekly, in-person meetups in over 20 countries, including Canada, Spain, Japan, Mexico and many more! 🗺️ \*\*\* Join our [Whatsapp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Dsjl0cwLVxR4tw1jTC1Osx?mode=gi_t) 👈 Follow us on [Instagram](www.instagram.com/practicalphilosophyclub/) 👈 Our [website](https://www.practicalphilosophy.club/) 👈

Hi Kinoista! Our next Movie Meetup is **Montreal, My Beautiful** This month, we are diving into a story of forbidden desire and late-in-life awakening. At 53, Feng Xia seems to have an established life as an immigrant in Montreal, until she secretly begins a passionate affair with a young Québécoise. It begs the ultimate question: what does it take to finally own your deepest wants, and are you willing to pay the steep cost of liberation? After the screening, let’s chat about the film’s visuals, themes, performances, or anything else that resonates with you. Date: Saturday, 13th June 2026 Time: Film starts at 2:00 PM, let's meet at 1:45 PM Venue: Filmhouse, Golden Mile Tower, 6001 Ticket booking link: https://filmhouse.sg/filmhouse-singapore/booknow/949/ We look forward to seeing you there, come for the film, stay for the conversation.

Bring your own study material and studygroup together! :) Pomodoro Format: 30 minute sprints followed by 10-15min breaks, repeat till end of session (i.e. target of 4 rounds) Please purchase a responsibly adequate amount based on how long you plan to stay for; we want to be fair to the venue too. :) See you!

Join us for a relaxed phone portrait photography walk in Tiong Bahru, a charming neighbourhood known for its old housing blocks and shophouses. Event flow: 1\. Get introduced to your photography subject\. 2\. We will then walk through Tiong Bahru at a relaxed pace\, stopping at photogenic spots for you to take photos of your subject\. 3\. Exchange photos with your subject at the end of the session\. This event is for people who are looking to practice their portrait photography skills using their phones/build their portfolio. Newbie and professional photographers are welcome! FAQ: 1\. Why are we using phones instead of cameras? \- Phones make the session more accessible\, faster\, and easier for everyone\. The goal here is to practise composition\, posing\, lighting\, and people direction\, not expensive gear\. We are also focusing on more casual\, lifestyle portrait photos\. 2\. Can I use the photos for my own portfolio? \- Yes you can\! This event is meant to benefit both photographers and subjects\. \*Please note that photos/videos taken during the session may be used for promotional/marketing purposes. \*In the situation where there are insufficient photography subjects, the session will be cancelled 24 hours in advance. **IMPORTANT:** this meetup event link is for photographers. If you are looking to have your photos taken, please visit the "Get photos of yourself taken in Tiong Bahru" event link.

🎨 Calling all hobby artists and creative souls! Join us for a relaxed afternoon of painting and making art together at a cosy cafe. Bring whatever you're working on (e.g. watercolours, sketching, ink, or any other medium) and have a good time creating side by side with a company of like-minded people :) Please note: 1. This is an unguided art session. 1. All art mediums are welcome. 1. No art materials will be provided. Please bring your own. 1. Make sure your materials fit on a standard cafe table (e.g. tablets, laptop, A4 sketchbook, travel watercolour set). 1. We'll start with a brief round of introductions and end with optional sharing. 1. We’ll order our own drink / food at the cafe. ✨As spots are limited, please keep your RSVP up to date. Thanks! ✨

**Discover a side of Singapore that most travellers (and even locals) never see!** Jalan Besar is known for its mix of old shophouses, colourful murals, and industrial backstreets that tell the story of Singapore's past and present. We'll explore the neighbourhood at an easy pace, stopping along the way to snap Instagrammable photos in Jalan Besar's most photogenic locations. You do not need to be a professional photographer/model nor own professional cameras - this event is open to travellers, locals, and photography enthusiasts who are just looking to explore interesting areas in Singapore together (or just want some nice photos for their social media 😉). \*Please note that photos/videos taken during the session may be used for promotional/marketing purposes. \*If you would like to have a private session that is outside of this date/time, feel free to Whatsapp me at +65 9456 0605

**The event has been canceled.** *Note: this is a demonstration event only, you **will not** shoot you own images. However, if you bring your camera we can test it for compatibility with the studio lights.* Bondage elements can add an extra layer of emotion and artistry to your images. Sample images on the internet are however dominated by BDSM style shots that are often sexualized and emphasize the model being in distress. In this demonstration Rachel and I show ways to use bondage elements in an artistic way. We explore the types of accessories that work best in artistic images and the best way to photograph them. Our model is Rachel Adams, an internationally known fetish model with many years of experience in this genre.

Based on the novel Roadside Picnic, it is NO picnic, but rather one of the masterpieces of world cinema. Andrei Tarkovsky's 1979 Soviet sci-fi classic, recounts the expedition of a writer and professor led by a mysterious guide called "The Stalker." to a futuristic wasteland called "The Zone." Dripping with existential dread, it continually presents strange occurrences that will have us debating the meaning of what we've just viewed right through the ending. *Stalker* (1979) can be streamed for free on HBOMax, the Criterion Channel or Kanopy. It's also available for rent on Amazon Prime and AppleTV. The Columbus Library has two copies on disc.

**On Freestyle night** \- just bring a bottle to share\. There is NO formal wine tasting like on other weeks\. Door charge is $10 \(cash or Venmo only please\)\. We may have some left over wines to clear out\! Glasses are provided\. Take Care\. See you there\. **Parking**: There are several public parking lots near the Alive614 hall. Please be careful to NOT park in private parking lots. They do tow. Check Google maps to scope out your space. Anyone who is early could easily find a parking space on the street nearby. I am told that the Chase parking lot is safe after hours. **Glasses**: …will be provided. Please note that after the wine tasting, the EMPTY glasses need to be returned to the boxes at the service table. Please do not make me hunt down your empty glass. Please be gentle, our glasses are fragile. Uh, they are made of glass! (ps - empty the glasses into the sink, not the trash ... please) **Food**: You are welcome to bring a snack to share. It is not required. Most people do though. If no one brings anything, there will be nothing. **Code of Conduct**: Though mostly understood, it’s still worth mentioning. We don’t have rules per se, but we highly discourage the following topics of discussion because they are likely to incite anti-social responses - Sex, Politics, Religion. Please don’t mistake this as an attempt to limit your free speech rights but rather a guide to a place and time for appropriate discussions. **After the lights go out**: After the last sip of wine, when we clean up and turn the lights out, if you still haven’t had enough of us, it is typical for a group to get together and go to a local eatery for food and/or drinks or coffee. Again, We look forward to meeting new members and reuniting with old friends. Sincerely, ***Paul Uttermohlen***, **Red 1 Realty** *Your Hilliard Wine Club Host*

In the year 2044, in the age of AI, a woman named Gabrielle (Seydoux) tries to purify her DNA by purging the inherited memories of her past lives. She (re)lives her life in 1910 Paris and 2014 Los Angeles, and as the procedure goes on, the lines between her worlds become blurred. These three timelines have a lot of connective tissue holding them together; certain symbols and motifs appear repeatedly, not to mention Mackay’s Louis, a figure whom Gabrielle seems drawn to in each lifetime. *The Beast / La Bête* can be streamed for free on Kanopy or the Criterion Channel. It's also available for rent on Amazon Prime, AppleTV and YouTube.

**✅ Bachata Mondays with Todd Smith!** **👉 Beginner Bachata Class** **$15 In Advance / $20 At the Door** 7:00 pm – 7:15 pm … Registration 7:15 pm – 8:15 pm … Beginner Class **👉 Intermediate Bachata Class** **= $15 In Advance / $20 At the Door** 8:15 pm – 8:30 pm Registration 8:30 pm – 9:30 pm Intermediate Class **👉 If You Take Both Bachata Classes** **= $25 In Advance / $35 At the Door** **👉 Buy Advance Tickets Now at:** https://columbussalsadancing.com/bachata-mondays-dance-class-tickets/

Discover Inner Engineering in Columbus! Saturday June 13th Choose a location & Time: Holiday Inn Express : 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM Rangoli -The Indian Mall: 7:00 PM -8:00 PM [RSVP](https://innerengineering.sadhguru.org/columbus?fbclid=IwdGRzaASVdldjbGNrBJV2TmV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHmTH5dVmwyksT8x39dKxCZZPJm96hYF7q4m6CmzfjsgJ14o3X4jux71er_mq_aem_W51vRnuLMzlDtxYJWPuqKg&sfnsn=wa)