Drama

Mark your calendars for an evening of fun, connection, and creative vibes! Friday 29 May, we're trading camera rigs for cold drinks, good food and good company. Join your fellow Kinoistas for a casual evening of networking at **Essen @ The Pinnacle**, a laid-back spot at the foot of Singapore's most iconic HDB. Whether you're a seasoned Kino veteran with a dozen shorts under your belt or you've just been curious about what this whole "do well with nothing, do better with a little" thing is about, this is the perfect night to show up, grab a drink, and connect. No screenings, no deadlines, just the people who make this community what it is. Come swap war stories from your latest zero-budget shoot, find your next collaborator, or simply meet the faces behind the films. Newcomers are especially welcome, this is how the best Kino partnerships start. **Details** * **Date:** Friday 29 May * **Time:** 7pm onwards * **Venue:** Essen @ The Pinnacle, 1 Cantonment Road #01-01, Singapore 080001 * **Nearest MRT:** Outram Park / Tanjong Pagar See you there.

Want to check out what dragonboat paddling is all about? Whether you are seasoned paddler or a newcomer, we welcome you to try out dragon boating with the German Dragons and end off the session with **ICE COLD BEER**! All paddling equipments and life vests are provided! **WHAT to bring:** \- comfortable sports attire\, flip\-flops\, hat\, sun glasses \- water \( min 1.5L) \- sun lotion **WHERE and WHEN:** \- 2:30PM meet at the boat nursery\, 5 Stadium Rd (be on time at our cage as we cannot wait for late-comers) \- grab your paddle\, life vest\, lock your belongings\, then warm\-up \- water training till 5PM \- after 5PM cool\-down\, chilled drinks\, freshly brewed Paulaner beer **Cost** $25 includes your training session and an awesome time over a keg of beer as post-training fuel! Pay on-site Send us a message for further enquiries. Looking forward to meeting you this Saturday!

The Trump-Xi summit arrives at a moment when the logic of the Thucydides Trap — the historical tendency for rising and ruling powers to clash — has never felt more urgent or more contested. Taiwan, Strait of Hormuz, the Trade War, the Tech war ... What was agreed in the summit room, dining room and during walks, what was left deliberately vague, and what was never discussed at all will define the contours of great-power competition for years to come.

Calling all competitive spirits! Join us for an adrenaline-pumping day of **dragon boating** designed for team players who thrive on challenge and camaraderie. Whether you’re an experienced paddler or eager to test your grit for the first time, this is your chance to push yourself, build team synergy, and enjoy some friendly competition on the water. After training, kick back with a cold beer (or a non-alcoholic drink) and soak in the stunning sunset with your crew. Click on the link below to sign up! [https://tinyurl.com/newpaddler2024](https://tinyurl.com/newpaddler2024). **Details of the event:** Time: 2:30pm pls be punctual. Cage will close at 2:45pm sharp. Price: SGD 25 can be paid at the venue or via Paynow during RSVP. Attire: * **Bring atleast 1 liter WATER BOTTLE** to the boat! [#ReduceSingleUsePlastic](https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/reducesingleuseplastic?__eep__=6&__cft__%5B0%5D=AZXfrs-dICVI-TFJNA1Akk7G6_MS3hlt4aBHNLxQGpK_xHWL7Ivg2rst-MA0LzjJdCd8bjyfUXMmdvrpBdI-PaCnZXd0LryMSI2mqYzsOEtDrQmL7-l0LRf82viJTGzEp1w&__tn__=q) \- Any outdoor workout attire \+ rubber slippers or water shoes \- Bring sun protection \- Your belongings will be locked in the cage If you require more information on the event you can drop us a msg or click on the link to chat with us. [https://chat.whatsapp.com/IVS3j8ZBQpc7TFotOyfi1D](https://chat.whatsapp.com/IVS3j8ZBQpc7TFotOyfi1D)

iDo you want to become fitter? Ready to go out and push yourself? This session is an all round program, targeting all muscle groups in your body. Our fitness instructors are creating new and engaging programs for every session with the main focus on body weight exercises and cardio. Whether you are a seasoned athlete or a complete newcomer, this program is suitable for everybody. Are you up for the challenge? Then join the German Dragons Bootcamp! * WHAT to bring: - comfortable sports attire with running shoes - Water - Yoga mat or Towel - Book via: https://germandragonssingaporeevents.cococart.co $10 for participation fee.

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

Start your week the right way with Manic Mondays. Giving you an enjoyable Bachata lesson with a push of cool moves. The second hour has Beginner/Intermediate Salsa on 1. You must understand basic Salsa skills to participate. 730pm-830pm Bachata Cool Moves 830pm-930pm Salsa On 1 (Beginner/Intermediate) 15 for One Class 20 for Both Free Parking & Plenty of Dance Space. Viva Dance Columbus 2809 Festival Lane Dublin OH 43017

Come out to Improving for our monthly iOS and Mac meetings. This Month's Presentation: Nothing yet. (You should volunteer). 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/

Join us as we get together to see the top-reviewed comedy-drama, I LOVE BOOSTERS! The film comes from writer/director Boots Riley and follows a group of shoplifters who take aim at a cutthroat fashion maven. Here are details, trailers and our plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: The film follows a group of shoplifters who take aim at a cutthroat fashion maven. It is written/directed by Boots Riley (Sorry to Bother You) and stars Keke Palmer, Naomi Ackie, Taylour Paige, Poppy Liu, Eiza González, LaKeith Stanfield, Will Poulter, Don Cheadle, and Demi Moore. BUZZ AND ACCLAIM: I Love Boosters was the opening film at this year’s SXSW Festival and premiered to rave reviews! It is currently earning a tremendous 97% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes where critics call it, “an unexpected celebration of friendship, community, and solidarity.” Others call the film “an exercise in radical empathy,” a “masterful” and “optimistic” film designed to “provoke discussion” while making the audience laugh. TRAILER: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r4lPRISgr9c](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r4lPRISgr9c) SUMMER OF ICE CREAM: GRAETER’S! Established way back in 1870 in Cincinnati, this historic, family-owned brand is famous for their delicious small batch ice cream and any chocolate chunk flavors! They are currently the only commercial ice cream maker using the French Pot method that they’ve been using since they first opened! Plus, those chocolate chunks, oh my goodness! Vegan options are available. PLAN: We’ll plan for a 7pm-ish showing and will meet in the lobby area about 20 minutes before the show. Advance ticket purchase not required for this theater but Showtime and complete details will be confirmed/announced as the date gets closer. Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

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Let’s meet and share discussion of the James Baldwin short story collection, Going to Meet The Man.