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Classic Books Events Today
Join in-person Classic Books events happening right now
Wednesday Evening Reading @ De Taste, Orchard Central (Somerset)
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: Somerset (NS23 North-South Line)
Cookie Squash Sessions
Join us for our Squash Sessions happening every Monday / Wednesday / Thursday
6pm to 8pm
or
8pm to 10pm
Suitable for beginners to the Squash Regulars. Each Session is $15 for pay per play. You can also enquire about being a member when you arrive.
We use Meetup.com to advertise the session and our members use a private whatsapp group to register. So should you be the only one signing up, you may still see a full house that evening.
Do sign up prior as we are limited to 16 pax per 2 hours sessions. Do whatsapp the organizer at 9006 0909 @Trevor to expedite the reply and confirmation of your bookings.
Pickleball Group Class (Intermediate)
Our classes are led by certified instructors who will teach you the proper techniques and strategies to help you dominate on the court. You will have a great time getting some exercise, meeting new people, and improving your pickleball game in a way that is efficient and impactful.
### **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
### **Cancellation Policy**
Credits will be considered used if class is cancelled within 24 hours before the start of the lesson
Tips, tricks and apps for traveling in China
**tl;dr**
Share useful tips, tricks, and tech for smooth travels in China.
**Logistics**
* Where: 7:30–8:50 PM, Bugis NLB Library, Programme Room 1 (basement)
* After: Discussion continues until last train/bus at the Bras Basah Building food court next door
* Optional: Join our Telegram for reminders: [https://t.me/+7TNAbjU60PVjOTE1](https://t.me/+7TNAbjU60PVjOTE1) (very low volume — used only for reminders and online meetup links)
**More**
Looks like everyone's heading to China these days. Let's connect with friends who travel there regularly. We'll ask them to share travel hacks, tips, and useful technologies (VPNs, e-payments, AI apps) they rely on while travelling in China. Come along to ask questions or share your own tips and stories.
**Agenda**
* 7:30–7:40: Quick intro — share your name (or initials/nickname) and your travel experience in China. No worries if you haven't been yet, just tell us where you'd like to go.
* 7:40–8:00: Share one photo from your China travels and tell us about it. Could be anything — an interesting person you met, a dish, a gadget, scenery, a shop, etc.
* 8:00–8:10: Which AI apps are good for looking up information while in China? Rebekah will compare her experience using DeepSeek vs. ChatGPT for trip planning.
* 8:10–8:25: Discuss other China travel tech hacks — VPNs, eSIMs, payment apps.
* 8:25–8:50: Your questions about traveling in China.
At 8:50, we'll move to the Bras Basah food court to keep chatting about other things — for example, current trends in China (great conversation starters when meeting locals) and what "China-maxxing" actually means. What are the best cities beyond the usual tourist spots? Where can you connect with everyday locals in China?
Note: We will no longer livestream these meetups, but we'll continue running separate online sessions.
Pickleball Group Class (Adults & Teens, Intermediate)
Our classes are led by certified instructors who will teach you the proper techniques and strategies to help you dominate on the court. You will have a great time getting some exercise, meeting new people, and improving your pickleball game in a way that is efficient and impactful.
### **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
### **Cancellation Policy**
Credits will be considered used if class is cancelled within 24 hours before the start of the lesson
Classic Books Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
The little prince book sharing
I do TikTok Livestream on books sharing and I thought I should do it in person. Book I have selected for this session is Little Prince, we will talk about The Geographer, The Lamp Lighter and The Rose. You will be surprised how much this book teaches about Life.
If you have read the book before, do share your opinion during this session as well.
Kids are welcome. venue is small, so let's not make it overcrowded.
will update if there's a venue change depending on attendance
"The Tenant of Wildfell Hall" by Anne Brontë
\* Please note the change in venue.
!Beware of scams & false impersonation! We do not feature new authors or charge a speaker fee but wish you the best.
Country: England
Written in: 1848
Pages: 576
On the heels of the movie release of a different famous Bronte sisters movie, we'll turn our attention to the lesser-known Anne Brontë. The Tenant of Wildfell Hall tackles women's independence and the injustice of power and control given legally to an abusive husband, which gained her harsh criticism from traditional Victorian thinkers. Her act of rebellion in telling this story is just one of the reasons it's still important today.
From [Goodreads](https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/337113.The_Tenant_of_Wildfell_Hall):
Gilbert Markham is deeply intrigued by Helen Graham, a beautiful and secretive young woman who has moved into nearby Wildfell Hall with her young son. He is quick to offer Helen his friendship, but when her reclusive behaviour becomes the subject of local gossip and speculation, Gilbert begins to wonder whether his trust in her has been misplaced. It is only when she allows Gilbert to read her diary that the truth is revealed and the shocking details of the disastrous marriage she has left behind emerge. Told with great immediacy, combined with wit and irony, *The Tenant of Wildfell Hall*is a powerful depiction of a woman's fight for domestic independence and creative freedom.
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**New to the Hungry Hundred Book Club?** Here's what you need to know:
1. Read the book (If you don't manage to finish it by the meetup date, don't worry. As long as you're not going to be too disappointed by spoilers, you're still welcome to join.)
2. Come to the meeting, usually (but not always!) on the last Sunday of every month.
3. Be prepared to order food/drink at the venue to show our appreciation for letting us use their space. This is a requirement. A lot of time and effort has been put into finding a place that will accommodate our group without an outrageous minimum charge or rental fee, and you'll never be asked to contribute to organiser fees, so please show your respect and support for the restaurant that's letting us use their space.
4. Discuss! It's a casual conversation, so don't be afraid to ask questions and let us know what you think.
5. Starting in May 2026, attendance fees collected will be split 50% towards Meetup platform fees, and 50% donated to the Singapore Book Council (or other Singapore based charitable organisation). Once Meetup platform fees are covered, 100% will be given to charity.
The Sunday Crimes: 3rd Book Club Session (Live Deduction Special🕵♀️🕵♂️)
Hi Everyone,
It's time for another book club session! This will be a rather special session as we will be trying to solve the mystery together! We'll all be reading the same book and stopping before the big reveal. Together, during the book club session, we will come together to discuss theories, identify suspects, spot red herrings and so much more!
**Date: 28 June 2026, Sunday**
**Time: 10.30am to 12.30pm**
**Venue: Asia Square L1 Atrium**
Enter either via the drop-off or Shenton Way. Let's meet at the long table near Asia Square Tower 1 lobby!
**Join the Telegram Channel:** [https://t.me/thesundaycrimes](https://t.me/thesundaycrimes)
**Book of the Month: The Murder at World's End by Ross Montgomery**
As we will be doing a live deduction session, please ***STOP READING at Chapter 54*** to avoid spoiling the solution for yourself! The last chapter you should be reading is Chapter 53.
**Agenda:**
15 Min | Ice Breakers
1 h 15 Min | Live Deduction (Theories, Suspects, etc.) + Submitting of Solutions
15 Min | Reading of Final Chapters
15 Min | Closing Out
Looking forward to meeting everyone!!
Cheers,
Anna
Friday Evening Reading @ Holland Village
Welcome! Gist below! :-)
* Bring a book to the meet (or) Pick one from the HV library collection!
* Say hi to the folks.
* Read!
* We'll do a short round of intros and a short sharing at the end.
😊 Come in and find us (I’ll place my purple umbrella on the table to help you find me)! 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!
📌 Note: HV Little Library is an open community space. You may bring your own drink or purchase from the pantry nearby. Feel free to browse and return the books taken from their library & take care of the space while you are there :)
🚇 Nearest MRT: Holland Village
Friday Evening Reading @ Common Man Coffee Roasters (Alexandra)
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: Queenstown (EW19)
(THEMED) Sunday Reading @ Chinatown (Whiskdom)
**THEME: PRIDE!!!**
Bring along a book by a queer author/featuring queer characters if you can :)
Our usual agenda follows, although we may expect slightly more conversation on our themed topic.
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: Chinatown (NE4/DT19)
Classic Books Events Near You
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June Book Club Meetup
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! 📖
Monthly Meet Up (Goddess of the River)
This month we’ll be reading Goddess of the River by Vaishnavi Patel. Feel free to come even if you don’t finish the book!
Bad Girls Book Club July 2026
**Our July novel is: *Listen for the Lie* by Amy Tintera**
**This month’s novel was named one of the best books of 2024. It’s a domestic thriller with crime, mystery, and murder, told from women’s perspectives. The story includes a detective, an unreliable narrator, and plenty of suspense. The book is 352 pages in print and 9 hours and 18 minutes on audiobook.**
What if you thought you murdered your best friend? And if everyone else thought so too? And what if the truth doesn't matter?
After Lucy is found wandering the streets, covered in her best friend Savvy’s blood, everyone thinks she is a murderer. Lucy and Savvy were the golden girls of their small Texas town: pretty, smart, and enviable. Lucy married a dream guy with a big ring and an even bigger new home. Savvy was the social butterfly loved by all, and if you believe the rumors, especially popular with the men in town. It’s been years since that horrible night, a night Lucy can’t remember anything about, and she has since moved to LA and started a new life.
But now the phenomenally huge hit true crime podcast "Listen for the Lie," and its too-good looking host Ben Owens, have decided to investigate Savvy’s murder for the show’s second season. Lucy is forced to return to the place she vowed never to set foot in again to solve her friend’s murder, even if she is the one that did it.
The truth is out there, if we just listen.
















