English Books & Literature

Evening coffee/tea session followed by dinner later, to meet new friends, exchange and share different cultures in a group event - group experience sharing is one of the best way to know your new friends ;-) Hey everyone, we will be at the the tables right in front of the Old Chang Kee, at the outdoors! Hope to see you soon! Closest MRT is Bugis and City Hall. Event Etiquette: • Please understand that this is not a business networking group, and please don't sell MLM (multi level marketing) here. You may still exchange numbers but it will be at your own discretion. • The organizer has the right to ban members from attending events and from the group.

Hi! Let's gather on Chinese New Year's Day for Japanese & English Language Exchange. This is a joint event with the 'Singapore's Language & Culture Exchange' as well. Date: 17 February 2026 (Tuesday) Time: 7-9pm Venue: Old Chang Kee; 100 Victoria Street #01-01, Singapore 188064 Closest MRT: Bugis MRT; City Hall MRT We will be at the outdoor tables right in front of the Old Chang Kee. Hope to see you soon!

### **The Reality of the Driven Individual** In a high-society city like Singapore, we are smart, hardworking, and constantly "on." We build businesses, chase excellence, and make things happen. But nothing is perfect. On huge holidays like CNY, the silence can be loud—especially if you are in your 40s or 50s and single. ### **Skip the Awkwardness** Whether you are avoiding the traditional "interrogations" from relatives or you simply don't have direct family here—don't stay home and hide. I am not born and bred here, so I feel the silence of the holiday just the same. I know the feeling of needing a space where you can just *be* without being judged or asked questions you don't want to hear. ### **The Plan: No Friction, Just Music & Connection** I am hosting a "togetherness" at **The Mars Bar**. No booking fees, no formal dinner pressure—just a gateway to genuine connection for those of us craving a breakthrough. * **The Vibe:** Live music (Universal Bilingual Favorites), a stunning round bar, and high-level conversation. * **The Format:** Low friction. Buy your own drink, pull up a seat, and join the circle. ### **How to Find Me:** ### **Your Choice, Your Night** Come early (they open at 6:30 PM) for a bite, or join us at 8:00 PM for a drink and the music. Let’s create our own tradition where we are valued for who we are and where we are going—not questioned about our "Solo" status. **I am craving a breakthrough, and I want to share it with you. Shall we step out of the comfort zone together?** **I’ll see you at the Bar.** *** ###

**Happy Lunar New Year** 🥳 \> First time attending? Hosts will gladly settle you into a table and recommend easy\-to\-learn games Join us to spend the first day of Lunar New Year together! \> Over 100 party\, social deduction & light strategy games \> Welcome to bring your own game\! \(Any genre\) Inclusive of a complimentary welcome treat: \> **FREE 2\* Can Drinks** 🎫 Entry: **$18/pax [CNY]** [+ The session has been combined to 8pm-10pm](https://www.meetup.com/eatplaysocialize-sg/events/313204798/) *\*Note: Session will be cancelled if we do not have sufficient attendees, do whatsapp 83370678 to confirm your attendance so we can tabulate and update you, thanks!* 🏠 Venue: **The Noodle Place** **15A Circular Road (2nd Floor)** Nearest MRT: Clark Quay / Raffles Place Do Whatsapp 8337-0678 to confirm your attendance. \>\>\>\>\> By signing up for the event, you agree to the following: 🪑 Be mindful of your RSVP! Update 4 hours prior to the event if something else comes up and you can’t attend so someone else can join the fun! 📸 Photos will be taken during the event for publicity purposes. Please sound out if uncomfortable. 🚫 No soliciting, MLM, investment pitches or harassment. Let's keep it friendly! No outside food please! For inclusivity, gameplay will be in English and may be less accessible if you’re not fluent. **‼️ No refunds for sudden unavailability. In the event of cancellation, a full refund will be provided promptly.** For more information, please feel free to whatsapp 8337-0678

**Happy Lunar New Year** 🥳 \> First time attending? Hosts will gladly settle you into a table and recommend easy\-to\-learn games Join us to spend the first day of Lunar New Year together! \> Over 100 party\, social deduction & light strategy games \> Welcome to bring your own game\! \(Any genre\) Inclusive of a complimentary welcome treat: \> **FREE 2\* Can Drinks** 🎫 Entry: **$18/pax [CNY]** [+ Both rsvp are for the 8-10pm session](https://www.meetup.com/eatplaysocialize-sg/events/313204798/) *\*Note: Session will be cancelled if we do not have sufficient attendees, do whatsapp 83370678 to confirm your attendance so we can tabulate and update you, thanks!* 🏠 Venue: **The Noodle Place** **15A Circular Road (2nd Floor)** Nearest MRT: Clark Quay / Raffles Place Do Whatsapp 8337-0678 to confirm your attendance. \>\>\>\>\> By signing up for the event, you agree to the following: 🪑 Be mindful of your RSVP! Update 4 hours prior to the event if something else comes up and you can’t attend so someone else can join the fun! 📸 Photos will be taken during the event for publicity purposes. Please sound out if uncomfortable. 🚫 No soliciting, MLM, investment pitches or harassment. Let's keep it friendly! No outside food please! For inclusivity, gameplay will be in English and may be less accessible if you’re not fluent. **‼️ No refunds for sudden unavailability. In the event of cancellation, a full refund will be provided promptly.** For more information, please feel free to whatsapp 8337-0678

Argentine Tango Trial Class The best place to start your Tango dancee journey. Suitable for pure beginners. No partner required. Besides getting a trial of Argentine Tango dance, you get to mingle with the community after the class. We believe the community is an important factor to new dancers. **Class is confirmed go ahead 👍🏻** Fee : $12

We will begin our jog/run from Anchorvale CC towards Punggol using Sengkang Riverside Park running route, U-turn back to Anchorvale CC once we hit 2.5KM mark (Total distance 5KM) After that, we will end our run @ Anchorvale Village Hawker Centre to mingle and chit chat (No obligation to join for post run session) Notes: ► As there is no storage space for your belongings, do travel light. ► We will do a warm-up at 7.30PM and the run will start at 7.45PM sharp. ► This is a rain-or-shine event. In case of bad weather, we will do static training nearby.

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 (pls note the venue is a pet cafe so there will be furry friends). 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: Kovan

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. :) Find the folks with books! 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: Kent Ridge

No assigned reading. Just bring your own book and read with us. Please note: * We require you ordering food/beverages at CHAI TEA as a gesture of appreciation for allowing us to use their space. * Our attendee list is capped at 25 confirmed participants. If you are on the waitlist, please know that the Meetup system is designed to automatically offer available spots to waitlisted individuals should any confirmed attendees drop out. If an opening does arise, you will receive an automated notification. * This event has limited seating and is designed for a small group, so please update your RSVP as soon as possible if your plans change.

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 (DT19/NE4) - Exit F

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!

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: Raffles Place (EW14/NS26)

Writing (or typing) stuff and want company? Come join fellow writers / journalists / researchers; we'll chat a little and write a little. After a round of introductions, we'll do a few pomodoros (25 min sprints) and chat in between. We'll keep the group small so do update your RSVP in advance! Nearest MRT: one-north (circle line)

Let's kick things off with a meeting to introduce ourselves and discuss what we're going to read over the next several months. Bring suggestions and your sweet tooth, because I'm bringing chocolate chip cookies!

…Carroll, 304 pages [Physics] • Hardcover • Kindle • Audiobook • Library: https://fcplcat.fairfaxcounty.gov/search/title.aspx?ctx=1.1033.0.0.1&pos=1&cn=611358 Check the How To Find Us section for Zoom Link **(Remember, the Zoom Link is different each month, do not bookmark)** ### Review Praise for Quanta and Fields: “Readers will be electrified by his discussion of wave functions, entanglement, fields, and so much more. From the most infinitesimal of subatomic particles to the seemingly vast infinities of the universe’s great expanse, Carroll’s latest inquiry illuminates, well, everything.” —Booklist "In that void between hand-wavy popular science and academic textbook, this modern, informative and engaging account of quantum physics ticks all the boxes. Carroll the Explainer at his very best." —Jim Al-Khalili ### About the Author Sean Carroll is Homewood Professor of Natural Philosophy at Johns Hopkins University, and Fractal Faculty at the Santa Fe Institute. He is host of the Mindscape podcast, and author of From Eternity to Here, The Particle at the End of the Universe, The Big Picture, and Something Deeply Hidden. He has been awarded prizes and fellowships by the National Science Foundation, NASA, the American Institute of Physics, the Royal Society of London, and many others. He lives in Baltimore with his wife, writer Jennifer Ouellette.

Join our partners Watermark Woods Native Plants, Loudoun County Public Library (LCPL), and Birch Tree Bookstore for the Read! Plant! Grow! Book Club, which focuses on native plants, sponsored by Loudoun Wildlife Conservancy and LCPL. At this meeting we’ll discuss the book Animal, Vegetable, Miracle by Barbara Kingsolver. Both memoir and journalistic investigation, this book explores how the Kingsolver family took on a new challenge: to spend a year on a locally -produced diet, paying close attention to the provenance of all they consume. Concerned about the environmental, social, and physical costs of American food culture, they hoped to recover what Kingsolver considers our nation’’s lost appreciation for farms and the natural processes of food production. You can either buy the book from Birch Tree Bookstore or contact Allison Forbes at [Allison.forbes@loudoun.gov](mailto:Allison.forbes@loudoun.gov) to borrow a copy of the book at the library. There are two ways to participate: attend the event online via the library website or [sign up to participate in person at Birch Tree Bookstore](https://www.birchtreebookstore.com/event-details/read-plant-grow-2026-02-24-18-30). ***Questions:*** *Contact [info@loudounwildlife.org](mailto:info@loudounwildlife.org)*.

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