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Baroque House has been invited by the National Heritage Board to showcase our Original Calligraphy Art Jam at the Launch of Heritagefest 2026. Our sessions are on 1 and 2 May 5-7pm. Come enjoy a free trial and special offer when you book your next session at the event.

It’s the start of a new month, and that means the hunt is back on! We expect the CDC authorities to unleash a fresh batch of limited-edition **Mystery Ollies** today. Like a real-life "Pokémon Go" quest, we’ll be on a mission to find these rare heritage mascots before they are all claimed! Join us for a scenic 4.6 km trek through the **Walking Trails @ CDC: Jurong**. This route is a visual treat, traversing 5 checkpoints and iconic landmarks including: * **Jurong Town Hall** (The starting point of our industrialization history) * **Japanese & Chinese Gardens** (Newly rejuvenated landscapes) * **Lakeside Garden** (Scenic waterfront views) * **Taman Jurong** (Our final destination) ### **☕ Optional Pre-Event Tea (4:15 PM)** A few of us are gathering for tea break at **Curry Times (#02-08 Westgate)** at 4:15 PM. * **Directions:** From Jurong East MRT Exit D, walk \~80m into Westgate and turn right into the link passage to JEM. * **Move-out:** We will leave Curry Times at 5:00 PM to head to the official meeting point. ### **📍 Main Event Details** * **Meeting Time: 5:15 PM** * **Meeting Point:** Jurong East MRT Station, Exit D (near the Passenger Service Counter at the 2nd Level) * **The Rewards:** Find the 1 Mystery Ollie plus the 5 regular Ollies to earn a $10 RedeemSG reward. Complete the trail to earn another $5 RedeemSG reward (while stocks last). * **Dinner (Optional):** After hitting the last checkpoint, we will head to a nearby air-conditioned food court to refuel and socialize. ### **✅ Requirements** * **No Event Fee:** This walk is led by the organizer on a purely voluntary basis. * **Eligibility:** To earn rewards, you must be a Singapore Citizen/PR (15+) with a valid Singpass and CrowdTaskSG account (by Singapore government). * **Account Setup:** If you’re new, please set up your account here before the walk: [www.crowdtask.gov.sg/quest/walking-trails-cdc](https://www.crowdtask.gov.sg/quest/walking-trails-cdc) ### **🎒 What to Bring** * A fully charged smartphone with data (you’ll need it to "catch" the Ollies!). * Comfortable walking shoes and a water bottle. * An umbrella or poncho (the walk goes on, rain or shine!). *** ### **⚠️ Disclaimer** By joining this event, you acknowledge that you are participating voluntarily and are responsible for your own safety. The organizer is not a professional guide and shall not be held liable for any injury, loss, or damage. Please ensure you are in good physical health. In case of heavy rain, the event may be postponed or cancelled; please check the Meetup comments for updates 1 hour before the start time.

* 🧠 **Weekly meetups** for casual play, thematic workshops, and curated mini-tournaments Every Fridays 7.30pm to 9.30pm * 🎓 **Expert-led sessions** with FIDE-rated coaches and legacy mentors * 🤝 **Inclusive community** spanning all ages and skill levels * 🏆 **Prestige events** with transparent formats and media coverage * ☕ **Warm atmosphere** where strategy meets camaraderie

**[CONFIRMED TRIP]** **⛰️ BUKIT MOR 摩山 227m LEISURE HIKE + MUAR 麻坡** **📅 Date: 2 May 2026 (Sat)** **Promo: $120/person, Usual:$130/person** [https://www.meetup.com/lets-go-travelling-hiking/events/313681182/](https://www.meetup.com/lets-go-travelling-hiking/events/313681182/) **💰 EVENT COST** **• $130 / pax** **• $120 / pax (3 or more sign up & pay together)** **💳 PAYMENT:** PayNow to UEN: 201727764C Wilfred Go Travelling & Hiking Pte Ltd Or Bank Transfer: DBS Current Account: 0029069789 📲 After payment, WhatsApp 94884478 with screenshot receipt **🏢 TA License No: 03066 TA Name: WILFRED GO TRAVELLING & HIKING PTE LTD** **⛰️HIKE DETAILS:** **Bukit Mor Hill (柔佛州 摩山)** a small village in Parit Jawa, about 18km (\~25 min) from Muar. • Elevation: 227m • Duration: \~1–1.5 hours • Difficulty: Easy / Leisure ✨ Enjoy a relaxing hike with scenic viewpoints overlooking a lake, plus fun photo signages along the trail. Perfect for beginners and casual hikers! **🍜 MUAR FOOD & SIGHTSEEING** Muar is one of Malaysia’s most popular foodie destinations, known for its rich heritage, local coffee, and pre-war architecture. **🍽️ Highlights:** • Glutton Street 贪吃街 – Local street food paradise (fried carrot cake, kuey chap & more) • Hua Nam Chinese Kopitiam – Classic local breakfast spot • Otak-Otak Cheng Boi 阿梅麻坡乌达 – Famous grilled otak-otak (fish, prawn, squid) • Sai Kee 434 Kopitiam – Aromatic coffee, toast & soft-boiled eggs • Wetex Parade – Shopping & leisure time **To Connect With Us:** **1\. Telegram Channel: [https://t.me/wilfredtravelsg](https://t.me/wilfredtravelsg)** **2\. Whatapps Channel:** **[https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaJmIsU9mrGTPqpect3l](https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaJmIsU9mrGTPqpect3l)** **3\. Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/events/calendar](https://www.facebook.com/events/calendar)** **INCLUDES:** \* Transportation Van < 14 person Bus >15 person \* Group Dinner is only included if group-size is 10 or more \* Mountain Guide/s \* 1 Event Host **EXCLUDES:** \* Personal Insurance \* Items Not Mentioned In Itinerary include massage etc \* Dinner is at own cost if group-size is less than 10 persons • Driver Tipping, No obligation To Give **To Connect With Us:** **1\. Telegram Channel: [https://t.me/wilfredtravelsg](https://t.me/wilfredtravelsg)** **2\. Whatapps Channel:** **[https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaJmIsU9mrGTPqpect3l](https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaJmIsU9mrGTPqpect3l)** **3\. Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/events/calendar](https://www.facebook.com/events/calendar)** **Suggested Itinerary:** Sat, (D) 645am-Marsiling MRT Bus Stop 650am-Depart from Marsiling MRT 730am-JB Custom 745am-Stop over breakfast and packed lunch 1030am-Briefing & Commence Hike 2pm-Toilet Wash-up & Get-Change 3-5pm-Muar Sightseeing Tour 6pm-Dinner @ Yong Peng Restaurant 7pm-Depart 830pm-JB Custom 10pm-Marsiling MRT **Disclaimer, Indemnity and Terms of Participation:** The participant acknowledges that this is an adventure trip. The itinerary serves as a guide only and changes may be required. All participants are strongly advised to have travel insurance. The participant agrees to assume all risks and indemnifies the organizers against all claims, disputes.

These classes will help you develop the correct foundation to progress faster and improve your game in new areas. ### **Address** 2 Jurong Gateway Rd, #01-14, JPG 608512 ### **Schedule** Fridays 430PM - 6PM ### **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.

**For ages 17 and above.** The Cha Cha Cha is possibly the most popular of the five international Latin dances. Deriving from Cuba, Cha Cha is characterized by its fun and flirtatious hip movements, beautiful spins and figures, with a variety of upbeat rhythms. The Cha Cha can be danced to popular pop music, and its catchy beat makes this dance a great hit at parties and social dancing events. ### **Address** 795, North Bridge Rd, #02-01 797, 198763 ### **Schedule** Fridays 730PM - 830PM ### **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.

**COME AND SPEAK MALAY AND INDONESIA WITH US** **(Advanced Beginner to Intermediate)** Come and join us this Saturday afternoon and brush up your Malay and Indonesian speaking skill from proficient speakers in a friendly and casual atmosphere. If you are a Malay and Indonesian speaker, come join in the fun and share your knowledge of the language with avid learners. This is for **advanced beginner** and **intermediate** Malay and Indonesia learners\*\*.\*\* For absolute beginner, you may wish to join our beginner lesson. For those that joined us for the first time and for information regarding **all** our events, please join our Telegram group by clicking the link below. https://t.me/+NoKWGVYyUgllNzY9 *** GETTING THERE Nearest MRT station: Promenade *@ Downtown (blue) Line or Circle (yellow) Line* Other MRT stations: Esplanade *@ Circle (yellow) Line*; City Hall *@ North-East (red) Line* LOCATING US INSIDE THE FOOD COURT We are seated at the far end of the food court where the wall is, away from the stalls. Look for groups that look like they are studying rather than merely eating. You can drop the Event Host a message if you are lost. NO COMMERCIAL ACTIVITIES We welcome anyone who is keen to learn a language or help others learn the language. However, this is NOT the platform for individuals who have other intentions, such as recruiting members for their business or organization or selling products or services. We will not hesitate to ask such individuals to stop attending our meetups.

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Join us for an exciting language exchange meetup where you can practice both Japanese and English in a friendly and supportive environment. Whether you're a beginner or an advanced speaker, this event is perfect for honing your language skills while making new friends who share a passion for Japanese culture. Immerse yourself in conversations, games, and activities that will not only help you improve your language proficiency but also deepen your understanding of Japanese culture. Bring your enthusiasm and curiosity, and get ready to expand your language skills while connecting with like-minded individuals. Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your language abilities and cultural awareness in a fun and interactive setting! Let's learn Japanese. にほんごをまなびましょう！ 日本語を学びましょう。

안녕하세요, Have you been watching a lot of Korean dramas, but can't get past "안녕하세요" (annyeonghaseyo) and "감사합니다" (kamsahamnida)? Or simply want to say out a line from a drama? join us to pick up some Korean at Saturday Korean: 토요일 한국어. It is best that you already have some working knowledge of the Korean language so that you will have a smoother conversation. All our language-learning meetup events are free of charge. WE WANT KOREAN SPEAKERS TOO! We are on a constant lookout for proficient Korean speakers (not necessarily native) to come and share their knowledge of the language and culture. If you speak the language, come join us, help others learn and make lots of friends. See you there! 한국어 화자를 기다리고 있습니다! 유창한 한국어 구사자 (반드시 원어민일 필요는 없음) 분이시라면 저희와 함께 언어와 문화에 대한 지식을 공유해보시는 건 어떨까요. 다른 한국어 학습자들이 한국어를 배우도록 도와주고 많은 친구도 사귀어 보세요. 곧 만나요. 1. NO COMMERCIAL ACTIVITIES We welcome anyone who is keen to learn a language or help others learn the language. However, this is NOT the platform for individuals who have other intentions, such as recruiting members for their business or organisation or selling products or services. We will not hesitate to ask such individuals to stop attending our meetups if they have been found to be pestering our members for such purposes. 2. GETTING THERE Nearest MRT station: Promenade MRT Station. LOCATING US INSIDE THE FOOD COURT When you arrive in the food court, look out for groups of people and ask them if they are there for a meetup. We are usually seated against the wall near the Penyet & BBQ stall, but this may vary. You can also send the host a text message via Meetup.

All levels of German welcome :) If you're joining us for the first time, introduce yourself with the following: Hallo, mein Name ist _____. (hello, my name is ___) Ich bin _____. (i am ___) Meine Hobbys sind ______. (my hobbies are ___) We'll help with pronunciation and vocab, as far as we can :) Sometimes we have fixed topics, but usually it's just free form conversation. Look forward to a good chat with you! Chat with us on Instagram at @im.sinking.in.german!

**For ages 17 and above.** There are two types of waltzes that are performed in most ballrooms - the Slow Waltz and the Viennese Waltz. The classical Viennese Waltz is a quick ballroom dance that involves the dancers swirling around the whole dance floor, seemingly without touching the ground. The slightly easier Slow Waltz is a favourite dance among beginners and social dancers. It is characterized by its grace, elegance and fluidity of movements and rotations. ### **Address** 795, North Bridge Rd, #02-01 797, 198763 ### **Schedule** Saturdays 545PM - 645PM ### **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.

This time we do a **Cycling** in the **Afternoon** from MRT to MRT around 10km. We call this **Afternoon RIDER**. Member has to bring their own bicycle or folding bicycle or rent public QR code bicycle for this event. **Programme:-** 5:00pm - Meet at Kovan -Exit near Kovan Mall 5:05 pm take walk to start 5:10- 7:05pm -cycling to Punggol 7:00pm-8:00pm :-have a drink @canteen/ Hawker/Mc Donald. 8:15pm- go Home **Please bring following.** \- Water\(1\.5L\) \- Money \- Camera\- * Bicycle équipement + -Front light (White) -Back Light (red) \- Bicycle helmet **++Must wear cover shoes++** A cheeful smile for this event Contact Bong Lam - 96 196 902 **For Member only**

We meet to learn and practice American Sign Language and to grow our familiarity with Deaf culture. Facilitated by hearing folks (with a connection to a professional interpreter) using Deaf-created content. People of all ASL skill levels are welcome! As we learn, we hope to connect more with the Deaf community in Central Ohio. Join us as you're able! Come regularly or just once - whatever you're looking for! Each meetup will explore different topics related to ASL/Deaf culture, and will feature time to practice conversation with one another. Just bring yourself and a willingness to learn!

This year's Eurovision Song Contest is being held in Vienna, Austria, and the finals are scheduled for 16 May 2026. The [Scandinavian Club of Columbus](https://www.scandiclub.com/) will be co-hosting a viewing party for the final event in conjunction with Germania and the [Columbus Maennerchor](https://www.maennerchor.com/). The delayed televised viewing will take place at the Germania. The program will start around 2:00 p.m. and the singing will **start around 3:00 p.m**. There will be a **cash bar**, and those in attendance can **bring food or snacks** for themselves and or to share with the groups. **Suggested donation: $10/person** to help cover the cost of the venue.

The aim of this group is to get together and practice our German. Doesn’t matter if are a beginner or a native speaker. The goal is to speak and improve our German. Everyone is welcome! If the weather is good, look for us in the Biergarten. Pro Tip: Get there before 6:00 for happy hour pricing.

Let's grab some coffee/food and share a morning chat! The East Market has an ample parking lot and outdoor and indoor seating. Grab a cup of coffee from Winston's Coffee & Waffles or on your way to East Market and meet us on the second floor - table behind or east of the elevator. Per what this group is about: "Everyone is welcome! International transplants to Columbus who want to improve language skills, Columbus residents who enjoy talking to people from other countries, and those who would like to discuss international travel and culture, and who enjoy getting together for good conversations."

Hey Everyone! Let's meet at Belle's Bread Bakery and Cafe. There is lots of free parking and easy access to the cafe and many shops and restaurants as well. This is a great way to meet new and old friends while chatting about life and practicing English language speaking skills. All are welcome and encouraged to join us anytime between 11am and 1pm. Looking forward to seeing you soon.

Sleep in on Sundays. When you've had your fill of pajama-time, roll out and have some tasty brunch with your fellow Humanists!

This event is 2:30 - 4 pm Sunday. Conversation tends toward intermediate/advanced, but everybody is welcome. If you come and don't see us right away, keep looking. We could be anywhere in the restaurant.