Creative Circle

*"There is a voice that doesn’t use words. Listen." — Rumi* **What is one small, everyday decision you make purely based on a 'gut feeling' rather than logic?** From a young age, we are introduced to the fast-paced rhythm of modern life. We are taught to focus on efficiency, productivity, and meeting the non-stop demands of a highly driven, always-on culture. Often, we navigate these well-trodden paths—juggling the constant demands of our careers and the expectations of those around us—until we realize we might feel a bit disconnected from our personal center. Finding our internal compass is about pausing to check our alignment. It takes quiet courage to establish healthy boundaries, manage our energy, and gently prioritize personal well-being amidst daily busyness. However, in a culture that rightly values logic and hard work, or when we are simply prone to over-thinking, tuning into that compass can be tricky. It can be difficult to tell the difference between a genuine gut feeling and simple anxiety, or to know if we are protecting our peace versus just avoiding vulnerability. Join us at this Curious Souls Cafe gathering to explore the gentle journey of self-discovery and calibration. We will discuss how to find our own pace within a high-speed world, how to distinguish true intuition from everyday stress, and how we can build lives that feel deeply authentic while still honoring our responsibilities. Bring your stories, a reflective spirit, and an open mind. Let's discover the groundedness and clarity that comes when we navigate life with a well-calibrated compass. **Inviting those who...** 🧭 Wish to gently explore how to align their daily habits and career goals with their core personal values. 🧠 Sometimes struggle with over-thinking, and want to practice telling the difference between a genuine gut feeling and everyday stress. ⚖️ Want a warm space to discuss the delicate balance between being a reliable, responsible person and protecting their own personal time. 🌱 Seek to balance the rigorous demands of a hyper-connected world with the quiet, restorative practices that bring them genuine joy. 🗣️ Hope to connect with kindred spirits who are also learning to manage the noise of modern life while staying grounded and true to themselves. **📅 Agenda / What You'll Experience** 💬 Prompted Conversations We will use virtual question cards designed to help people thoughtfully explore the foundations of their personal values. Here are some sample questions: * What is a common productivity standard or hustle-culture habit that you’ve gently decided to soften to better protect your peace? * When you find yourself over-thinking or trying to 'calculate' the perfect decision, how do you get back in touch with your gut feeling? * What is the difference between your gut pointing away from something because it's a genuinely bad idea, versus pointing away simply because you are nervous to try it? * What is a common productivity standard or hustle-culture habit that you’ve gently decided to soften to better protect your peace? * Instead of trying to optimize every minute, what is one area of your routine where you happily allow yourself to just be perfectly, unproductively human? From there, we’ll embark on a respectful, engaging, and meaningful conversation, celebrating the diversity of perspectives and ideas within the group. Note: This session may involve virtual question cards accessed via a link or QR code. If you do not have a device (phone/tablet) to access these, please ask a facilitator for assistance; we have spare units available. The exact format of the event may change depending on turnout according to [https://curioussouls.cafe/#how-to](https://curioussouls.cafe/#how-to) and other factors. 💬 Final Thoughts and Feedback Where time allows, in the final 10 minutes of the event, we’ll take a moment to reflect on the key insights, memorable moments, and takeaways from our discussions. This is a chance to distill the shared wisdom and leave with a deeper understanding of the topics we’ve explored together. After the event officially concludes, the group may choose to extend the session, depending on the group’s interest. Of course, you’re welcome to leave at any time that feels right for you. An anonymized summary will be shared for sessions where key insights are identified. After the meeting, our facilitators and participants may reflect on the discussion and contribute to a summary or collaborative workbook based on their notes and observations. Additionally, questions may be revisited in future sessions in an anonymized manner. To explore what our events are like, check out our official website at [https://curioussouls.cafe](https://curioussouls.cafe) 📍 Location City: Hong Kong Address: Empire Centre, 68 Mody Road, Tsim Sha Tsui East Inside the shopping mall of Empire Centre, there is a large open area dedicated to a café. We will sit at a round table or sofa inside (near a Hang Seng ATM or 7-Eleven store). Please look for the big words "Curious Souls Café" on our table. If you take the MTR, the nearest station and exit will be East Tsim Sha Tsui Station (Exit P1). From there, you can walk to Empire Centre, which is just a few minutes away. Google Maps link: [maps.app.goo.gl/51Jr8qxY4q5YLQ6q7](https://maps.app.goo.gl/51Jr8qxY4q5YLQ6q7) 💡 Housekeeping & Community Guidelines To keep our café a safe and welcoming space for everyone, please keep in mind: * We celebrate diverse perspectives. Please ensure your contributions remain respectful and considerate of others at the table. * You are solely responsible for ensuring your participation and contributions comply with all local laws, regulations, and customs where the event is held. * Remember that we are gathering in an open, public café. We encourage deep conversations, but please be mindful of your surroundings and personal comfort levels when sharing. 🈚 Free of Charge While there is no charge to attend, we kindly encourage you to support the venue by purchasing a drink and/or any items from their menu. 🛡️ A Pitch-Free Space To protect the psychological safety and authenticity of our community, Curious Souls Café is a strict no-solicitation zone. We ask that attendees do not use our gatherings to sell services, pitch businesses, or recruit participants into outside paid courses, MLM schemes, or third-party organizations. Let's keep the focus on genuine human connection! *Note: This event is not affiliated with the restaurant or any third-party question card game.* ✨ What is Curious Souls Café? Welcome to [Curious Souls Café](https://curioussouls.cafe/about/)! 👋 Designed to nurture healthy curiosity and foster connections, this is a warm and friendly space for meaningful conversations. 😊 We invite you to join us for an experience filled with thought-provoking dialogue, meaningful connections, and personal growth. We look forward to meeting you at one of our events in the future! *Disclaimer: Curious Souls Café is a volunteer-run global community. Our events, interactive boards, and digital toolkits are designed as informal spaces for personal reflection and social connection.* *By participating, you acknowledge that these tools are for entertainment and discussions do not constitute professional, legal, or advisory services. Participants remain fully responsible for their own well-being, health, safety, and personal property at all times, and agree to waive any liability against the hosts, organizers, and technology providers.*

Join us for an Evening Art Session! 加入我們的晚間藝術時光! Take some time to relax and express yourself through art. This is a gentle, welcoming space where you can create, meet others, and feel at ease. 花些時間放鬆身心，透過藝術表達自我。這裡是溫馨而開放的空間，您可以在這裡創作、結識他人，並感到自在舒適。 🖌️ Details: 詳情： - Bring your own art materials; any medium is welcome. 請自備美術材料；任何媒材皆可。 - We will provide watercolor supplies for those who wish to use them. **Please let us know at least 1 day in advance.** 我們將提供水彩畫具，供有興趣者使用。請至少提前一天告知我們。 We hope to see you there. Everyone is welcome, regardless of experience level. 我們期待與您相會。無論經驗深淺，歡迎各位蒞臨。

**(New Dinner Session!)** **Every Thursday, we connect working professionals from different industries over dinner.** **What:** Dinner with 2 people, matched by AI algorithm **When:** 7-8 PM **(1hr cap to avoid endless mingling - stay longer if it's fun!)** **How to join:** Follow & message us on Instagram **[@weekdaylunchclub](https://www.instagram.com/weekdaylunchclub/)** https://www.instagram.com/weekdaylunchclub/ 💳 Event fee (excl. meal) will be collected prior to confirm your spot 🔗 Safe community to make friends - all profiles are verified 🗣️ Hassle-free — just show up, enjoy the food, and make friends (no host, open conversations)

Step in the Hong Kong Beautiful Tsim Sha Tsui City View at Red Room, K11 MUSEA nicely decorated speakeasy bar, come discover this elegant specal cool spot on Thursday, 18th 2026 [ Public holiday June 19 ], Sign up now, save the date, and join us with your friends. The Buz Lead, latest energetic Business Networking Group in the 852, established with the aim of bringing together talents and entrepreneurs to develop innovative and sustainable business activities in the 852 area. A place where International Business Entrepreneurs can meet and interact, in an informal environment, reaching to new opportunities, enriching networks and connections. You're invited to attend June 's K11 Business Networking Mixer! Join the The Buz Lead at Red Room, 606, 6/F, Victoria Dockside, 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong < BAR AREA >, for an evening of networking. • Mix and mingle with different business owners, professionals, corporate executives, and entrepreneurs. Event: K11 Business Networking Date: Thursday, June 18th 2026 （Public holiday on June 19) Time: 5 pm to 11 pm • Business attire • Free entry with the purchase of any drinks! *Order drinks ( Alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages ) at the door. [ Snacks, Tea and coffee will not be included for door order ] !! Venue : Red Room: 606, 6/F, Victoria Dockside, 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong [K11 MUSEA from East Tsim Sha Tsui MTR station Exit J ]. • To facilitate venue's handling for our BN events, please write down your name on the sticker tag, so people that talk to you can easily remember. And order a drink at the door before start to introduce yourself and chat with members. Thank you! < Venue requires to order drinks, in order to join the event. - Kind reminder : Bring some cash.

Construction Startup Competition (CSC) 2026 is now open for applications! In the 10th edition of the world's leading competition for next-gen startups in the construction sector, we're scouting for the most breakthrough solutions across our 5 focus verticals: 1. Preconstruction Tech 2. Jobsite Productivity & Building Systems 3. ClimateTech for the Built World 4. Smart Manufacturing & Logistics 5. Smart Buildings & Infrastructure If you're a startup transforming the built environment, please submit your application through this link ([https://constructionstartupcompetition.tech/](https://constructionstartupcompetition.tech/)). Submission deadline: 28 June 2026

We will provide painting tools, material and guidance. Can take the artwork home after the event. \*RSVP your spot by WhatsApp: 4449 0049 What it includes: Free snacks, painting material, soft drinks. 06, 13, 20, 27 Jun (Sat) Event time: 2-5 / 7-10 PM LGBTQ+ welcome **Theme Suggestions:** **1\. Me & My City After Dark** **2\. Retreat to My Room** **3\. Free the Creature** **4\. If My Hands Could Talk** Fees: 299/head Once payment is received, we will send you a final confirmation and all the details you need for your session. Quote: 15ppl Venue: Suite 903, 44-46 Bonham Strand West, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong For more info, can check our IG: Midnight_bliss_studio or website: https://midnightbliss-studio.com/

**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.

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Breakfast Run hosted by the Wazup Running Club (WRC) Join us for a fun run on the Saturday morning and meet this supportive running community. WRC will have captains leading the run, and the event is suitable for runners at all levels. Meeting time: 07:30 Duration: 1h30m Meeting point: THE STATION - 18 Upper Station Street. Sheung Wan. Route: THE STATION < > Bowen Road Distance: 5km - 10km Bag Drop: Available More about WRC: www.instagram.com/wazuprunning

In this outing, we would focus on the human form amidst the urban geometry. We would explore humans living amidst the inextricable architectural elements in photographic compositions using shapes, lines, patterns, light and shadows, space, etc. Please have a look at this event's album below to see some pictures on the theme. **Meeting Place and Time:** **In front of Clock Tower at TST Star Ferry, 4pm** We will meet in front of the **Clock Tower at TST Star Ferry, 4pm**, move around in small groups for taking pictures, then regroup for a drink, socialising and photo sharing **5.30pm** onwards at **Delaney’s** (Basement, Mary Building, 71- 77 Peking Road, TST, this Irish pub is located just opposite the landmark building Chungking Mansions). **IMPORTANT:** Please sign up only if you are coming, those not showing up 2x in a row would be taken off the group list while active members would be given a preference over long inactive members, the last minute habitual dropouts and no-shows. Post **YOUR BEST FIVE IMAGES** only after the outing on the meetup site on this event's page. **FINALLY:** For every image you post, please comment on at least one other image, no matter if you think you are qualified to comment or not. You can always give some constructive comments with regard to Colour, Tone, Light, Action, Pattern, Balance, Composition, Visual and Emotional appeal of the image/s. This group is about sharing and learning from each other.

**📍 活動簡介** * 你是否正在探索副業、多元收入或斜槓發展，卻不確定哪條路適合自己？ * 這是一個小型、實體、非銷售的交流聚會，只限 3–4 人。 * 適合想先了解、思考、再決定是否行動的人。 **📝 活動內容** 市面上的副業選擇很多，但每個人的背景、時間、風險承受度都不同。 這場聚會不是教你「馬上賺錢」，而是幫你： * 釐清你適合哪一類副業（時間型 / 技能型 / 系統型） * 了解常見副業模式的真實樣貌與風險 * 避免常見的新手誤區與情緒決策 * 思考副業是否真的適合你現在的人生階段 * 這是一場探索型交流，沒有成功學，也沒有壓力。 **👥 適合參加的人** * 對 副業探索 / 第二收入來源 有興趣的人 還在觀望，不想衝動投入的人 * 喜歡小圈子討論與真實交流的人 #副業 #多元收入 #斜槓人生 #職涯發展 #實體聚會 #小型交流 #深度對談 請WhatsApp 9035 6039 聯絡Ada，方便私訊活動地點

Life Nude Figure Drawing Workshop! It is suitable for all levels! You can use different media to draw or paint! Only one charge - all art materials / model fee / coffee / tea / snacks are included! So you don’t need to bring anything! This is an exclusive private workshop with limited number by invitation only! Therefore, please WhatsApp me +852 9332 0424 for my confirmation after signing up here. https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/d/3/5/c/600_461994108.jpeg https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/b/d/0/7/600_461808391.jpeg https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/4/5/9/f/600_451457823.jpeg https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/a/d/2/b/600_437084331.jpeg https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/6/5/7/5/600_448945973.jpeg https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/3/e/c/b/600_436696075.jpeg https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/e/7/4/600_446583700.jpeg https://secure.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/4/9/5/e/600_428958782.jpeg

**💎 A Night of Columbus Speed Dating — Your Couch Is Invited** > It's speed dating, made comfortable — Columbus singles, your sofa, and Zoom doing all the heavy lifting. **It runs like this:** 🔹 Drop your details and zip through a quick personality quiz 🔹 Log into Zoom right at go-time 🔹 Cycle through short one-on-ones with Columbus singles 🔹 Check your inbox tomorrow — your matches will be waiting --- **Ready? Find your bracket and sign up:** 🔸 **Ages 18-32** → [Claim your spot](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=574&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Columbus&groupurlname=engage-francophiles-in-cafe-conversation-circles&ar=18-32&face_v=3.0) 🔸 **Ages 30-46** → [Claim your spot](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=574&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Columbus&groupurlname=engage-francophiles-in-cafe-conversation-circles&ar=30-46&face_v=3.0) 🔸 **Ages 40-58** → [Claim your spot](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=574&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Columbus&groupurlname=engage-francophiles-in-cafe-conversation-circles&ar=40-58&face_v=3.0) 🔸 **Ages 55+** → [Claim your spot](https://theliveround.com/product?productId=574&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Columbus&groupurlname=engage-francophiles-in-cafe-conversation-circles&ar=55+&face_v=3.0) _Reminder: RSVP on Meetup doesn't get you a seat. You need to register through your age link and complete the quiz. Numbers are capped._ --- A room full of possibilities is just one link away. 🎵

Want to see your work shine and put your pride on display? Then come to July's Creativity Circle! We will be making simple Suncatchers with tissue paper! Seats and supplies limited! Come while you can for as long as you like! Westerville Public Library in Meeting Room D.

**Soulbits Circle: A Monthly Gathering** **Every fragment of your story is medicine; come weave it into being** **Hosted by: Caitlynn Fortson** **[www.kalikwellnesswithin.org](www.kalikwellnesswithin.org) \| [www.centerfornewlife.org](www.centerfornewlife.org)** **The Center for New Life or Virtual, upon request** **Monthly Circles \| Fridays 6:30\-7:30PM** **Upcoming Dates: 5/1, 5/29, 6/26, 7/24, 8/28, 9/25, 10/23, 11/27, 12/18** A monthly healing space where we gather to tend the pieces of ourselves and weave them back into wholeness that we are. Each session opens with a Soulbits oracle image setting the tone for the gathering we will move through. We will come together to honor the natural rhythms of rooting, rising, releasing, and receiving; the cycles that shape the soul’s journey. Through the four pillars of being: mindset, movement, connection & nourishment, we will create a space where imagery, sensation, and community weave together. Where the body becomes the guide, images act as mirrors, and the soul speaks. This circle is about noticing what rises, honoring what’s true, and reconnecting with the parts of yourself ready to be seen. This is a space to gather your scattered pieces, soften your body, and return to your truth with community by your side. Soulbits Circle is a reminder that every fragment of your story, every soulbit, belongs. Together we weave them into the blooming wholeness that you are. *Energy Exchange: 1-group $20-40 or 6-group $115* *Payment Options: Venmo or Cash* **Please RSVP to [Caitlynn](https://kalikwellnesswithin.org/) via** **email @ [kalik.wellnesswithin@gmail.com](mailto:kalik.wellnesswithin@gmail.com)** **text @ ‪(614) 407-4021‬** 💫

**Join us for an afternoon of community art and craft time!** Whether you are looking to carve out dedicated creative time, wanting to get a lingering project across the finish line, or just looking to chat with fellow local makers—this is the space for you. 🧵 **What to Bring** Bring any art or craft project you are currently working on, as long as it is portable and quiet. Think: * **Yarn & Thread:** Knitting, crochet, embroidery, cross-stitch, hand-sewing, mending. * **Paper & Sketching:** Sketchbooks, adult coloring books, watercolors, bullet journaling. * **Digital:** Tablets, iPad drawing, laptop writing/design. * *Please note: Because we are meeting in a shared public space, no power tools, sewing machines, or high-odor materials (like strong solvents or spray glues), please!* **📍 Where to Find Us** * We will be meeting at **Columbus Metropolitan Library - Hilltop Branch** in **Meeting Room 4**. Room is reserved under **CBUS Maker Meetup.** **⏱️ Timeline** * **1:00 PM:** Arrive, grab a seat, get settled, and do a quick round of introductions so we can see what everyone is working on. * **1:15 PM - 3:00 PM:** Open maker time! Chat, craft, relax, and swap creative ideas. **⚠️ A Note on RSVPs** The RSVP count for this event is strictly limited to 10 spots. If your plans change and you can no longer attend, please update your RSVP to "Not Going" as soon as possible so someone on the waitlist can grab your spot. Please try to give at least 48 hours' notice if you need to cancel, allowing folks on the waitlist time to check their schedule. *** **We can't wait to meet you and see what you're making! All skill levels welcome.**

Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 7:00pm on Wednesday, February 11 at Streetlight Guild. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. **SCHEDULE:** 6:45ish - Quick introductions 7:00 - Timer starts: write for 1 hour 8:00 - The End **OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING** happens before and after the writing hour. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. **BEING LATE IS OKAY:** just show up and get settled! If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing & I look forward to seeing you at Streetlight Guild! **WHAT SHOULD I BRING?** Whatever you need to be able to write! You're welcome to bring earplugs/headphones if noise will bother you! **OTHER IMPORTANT DETAILS:** * **RSVP:** Please RSVP by 6:00pm the evening of the meeting. This helps me know how many to expect, and if we'll need additional space! * **COVID:** While masks are not required, please be mindful of the other writers around you and their comfort levels. * **WIFI/OUTLETS:** Outlets are limited, so please ensure your devices are charged when you come! But Streetlight Guild does have free WiFi! Yay! * **PARKING:** There is free public parking at Streetlight Guild.

We'll meet at The Capital One Café, 167 Easton Town Center, Space A-103. This is in the main mall where the Microsoft store used to be, on your left if you're standing at the bottom of the AMC Theater escalator. Join us on Saturday for an hour of uninterrupted wordmaking! • What we'll do Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 10AM on Saturday mornings. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. SCHEDULE: 10:00 - SESSION 1: quick intros. 10:10 - timer starts: write for 1 hour. 11:10 - chat / take off / keep writing. OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens at 11A-11:30ish. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. BEING LATE IS OKAY: just show up and get settled, then check-in with me after the session. (I’ll be the person with the Shut Up & Write! sign.) If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you! • What to bring Whatever you need to be able to write! Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block noise or the occasional conversation by other patrons. Electrical outlets are limited, so charge your devices before whenever possible. See you at The Café on Saturday!