Expat Taiwanese

**MEET & DISCUSS at London's top expat social. What to expect:** \- Warm and inclusive atmosphere \- Safer\, brighter\, conversation\-friendly venues \- No alcohol peer pressure\. Drink responsibly\. **We put women first** *Over 80% of women in the UK say that nightlife is unsafe ([YouGov Oct 2021 poll](https://www.womensgrid.org.uk/?p=16635)), mainly because of some men behaving like predators and alcohol/substance abuse. Most events do very little against that, but we want a complete change - old norms should never be an excuse! World Citizens proactively addresses these concerns and designs events for everyone to enjoy a safe and pleasant evening.* **WHAT IS WORLD CITIZENS?** London's community for new-in-town, expats, travellers and third culture kids who want to meet in a safe, culturally enriching and thought-provoking space. **HOW TO PARTICIPATE** You MUST enter the ticket lottery at [https://worldcitizenfridays.eventbrite.co.uk](https://worldcitizenfridays.eventbrite.co.uk/) -*Why?* For safer, diverse and culturally enriching events. If you didn't get approved in the lottery, come to our other weekly events. -*Where?* We change location every week and only reveal it to the lottery winners: The exact address will be emailed from Eventbrite sometime between Thursday and Friday afternoon. *(Do not share the secret venue address with anyone, no matter who asks! Our team takes care of all the communications!)* -*What?* A mix of informal and structured socialising activities -*When?* Every Friday, 7pm until late. Join anytime! -*Cost:* Pay for your own meals or drinks -*Hosts:* We have a rotating team and the host of each event may vary *To plan your travel in advance, just know that the secret location will be around 5-10 minutes walk from the Meetup map pin!* **\*Our 3 simple event rules\*** 1\. Be respectful and courteous\. Any harassment\, creepy or abusive behaviours will not be tolerated\. 2\. Be present and considerate\. No phones\, interruptions or covert sales\. 3\. Drink responsibly\. Alcohol is no excuse for bad behaviour\. *Please also respect any venue rules.* Please contact our team account "TP" if anyone made you feel uneasy at an event or by sending unsolicited messages. We actively identify, remove and report troublemakers to the police. **WE NEED YOUR HELP!** We're all volunteers, so if you enjoy organizing activities or events in your spare time, and meeting great people every week, send a message to our team account "TP". **DISCLAIMER:** We are a 100% volunteer-run team gathering in our personal time. Despite careful planning and high standards, all our activities are private and informal, so we are not liable for any damage or inconvenience, nor subject to any service expectations. However, we put a lot of care into maintaining a safe atmosphere and good energy; we vet and approve participants at our own discretion, prioritising trust, good vibes, and community alignment. We have zero tolerance for harassment and disruptive or predatory behaviour. Disregarding our team and processes may result in being declined or removed. We take photos and videos to steward our community, as well as stock photos from sites like Unsplash and Pexels, in line with GDPR. While our processes aren't perfect, we ask that you respect them while you participate and discuss any concerns with us privately and respectfully. By attending, you understand, agree with, and respect all terms of this disclaimer and any other instructions by our team.

**Important - Please Read** **You must have a confirmed place to attend this event.** Welcome to London's Highest Rated International Languages Exchange group with over 1600 reviews rated 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 🇬🇧🇪🇸🇫🇷🇯🇵🇮🇹🇩🇪🇮🇳🇧🇷🇰🇷🇨🇳🇪🇬🇭🇰🇺🇦🇺🇸🇹🇷🇹🇼🇷🇺🇵🇱 To learn more about us and our community visit [www.languages.london](https://www.languages.london/) WHEN & WHERE Join us on Friday for our global language exchange from 6pm. The venue is The Craft Beer Co. in Clerkenwell, a really friendly pub with a great selection of drinks (especially beers!) including non-alcoholic options and **we have the whole first floor space exclusively for our event!** The venue has excellent access to public transport via, tube, train and bus. HOW WE DO IT It's simple .... \ ~When you arrive please collect your personalised language badge from us, **BEFORE** you order your drinks. We'll be waiting to give you a warm welcome 😃 \~ Please wear your badge during the event and return it before you leave. \ ~Start meeting the community and having fun, lots of fun! Confirm your place to attend. There's a small fee of £2, which you can pay when you arrive. Please buy something from the bar to support the venue, who kindly offer us a dedicated space. 🇲🇽🇻🇳🇧🇬🇵🇸🇸🇪🇮🇱🇦🇺🇨🇦🇳🇱🇨🇴🇭🇺🇿🇦🇹🇭🇵🇪🇧🇴🇳🇬🇪🇬🇳🇿🇨🇭 **WHO** Languages in London events are organised for our community - being social, making new friends, building cultural bridges and always very relaxed. Our weekly events in London have the highest number of languages and countries represented. Note - This is **not** a dating event. Our events are open to Internationals, Locals, Expats, Students, Travellers..... Everyone! This is the event for a truly global community and for citizens from around the World 🌎 Is this the Intercambio you've been looking for? Want to practice your ingles, espanol , francais, italiano, Deutsch, portugues or other European languages? Asian languages ? Or maybe prefer to only speak English, that's just fine. **All languages and all fluency levels are welcome** Spread the love, bring your family, friends and colleagues 💙 The creator and organiser of **Languages in London - Girish**, will always be visible at the event and there to support you and help with introductions, if you prefer. These are real events with real people. We aren't one of those groups that fill our events with fictitious attendees👻 We want to remain the **BEST** language events group in London, being the biggest isn't our focus. **No-shows at our events are always removed from the group.** **Inactive members are also regularly removed from our group.** **LANGUAGES** Here's a selection of some of the languages that our community speak or have been practicing English, Spanish (incl Latin American), French, Italian, Portuguese (incl Brazilian), German, Japanese, Chinese (Mandarin & Cantonese), Russian, Korean, Hindi, Turkish, Arabic, Ukrainian, Polish, Hebrew, Swedish, Bulgarian, Vietnamese, Hungarian, Bengali, Dutch, Catalan, Farsi, Greek, Urdu, Welsh, Romanian, Norwegian, Czech, Slovak, Estonian, Danish, Finnish, Turkmen, Latvian, Lithuanian, Nepali, Yoruba, Filipino, Thai, Albanian, Croatian, Serbian, Ebo, Gaelic, Icelandic, Afrikaans, Tamazight, Tagalog, Creole, Malagasy, Mongolian, Tok Pisin and more... you get the idea! 🇷🇴🇬🇹🇨🇿🇳🇴🇩🇰🇫🇮🇨🇾🇺🇾🇪🇬🇧🇬🇦🇷🇰🇪🇱🇰🇲🇦🇹🇳🇩🇿🇸🇬🇲🇾 **SUSTAINABLE** 🌎🌳 Like you, we really care about our planet. We never use paper stickers or wristbands as they can't be reused or recycled and can even damage your clothing ☹️ The Solution? Our personalised and completely reusable Languages in London badges! 👍 So, please make sure you return your badge to us, before you leave the event. We'll sanitise it (anti bacterial & disinfectant cleaners) and use it again & again & again. Thanks for helping us do the right thing and keep our costs down🙏 **SAFE SPACE FOR EVERYONE** 👮‍♂️ We don't tolerate prejudice or harassment of any kind, at any time. Be polite and respectful to everyone else and they will reciprocate. Let's keep the space safe, welcoming for everyone and free of any political agendas. Please report any concerns to the Organiser immediately. Please look after your belongings, the venue is a public place. We may take photos or video at the event for future promotional use. Let us know if you'd rather not be included, we respect your choice 📸 **SPREAD THE WORD** 🗣️💬 If you enjoy our events, please tell your friends and colleagues and help us grow **your** community, thank you ♥️ Join our community - [www.languages.london](https://www.languages.london/) We're looking forward to welcoming you at Languages in London 😊👋 🇲🇰🇳🇵🇧🇩🇵🇭🇦🇪🇦🇱🇧🇪🇮🇪🇲🇹🇰🇿🇱🇦🇯🇴🇱🇹🇱🇻🇪🇪🇰🇭🇨🇱🇲🇳🇨🇺

Sicily Fest- Only RSVP after you have bought tickets! Una serata di cibo, bevande e musica siciliana per il divertimento di tutti. Questa è una grande festa per tutti VOI: gli incredibili buongustai londinesi e gli amanti della Sicilia che si sono uniti a noi in questo viaggio. Hai divorato cannoli, sorseggiato i migliori vini, sorriso e condiviso piatti con i tuoi amici, cantato e ballato con noi la nostra musica negli ultimi 10 anni. Non saremmo qui senza di te! Preparati a festeggiare in vero stile siciliano con una grande sorpresa in collaborazione con i nostri fantastici partner siciliani. Non vediamo l'ora di rivelare tutti i dettagli: ospiti con musica dal vivo, chef incredibili, entusiasmanti masterclass e, naturalmente, la più grande festa che Londra abbia mai visto per tutto ciò che riguarda la Sicily [Buy your ticket -£6](https://sicilyfest.co.uk) Ci incontreremo fuori dall'ingresso principale alle 19.15 ed entreremo alle 19.30. Cheers Simon

Kick off the weekend with a much-needed dose of laughter and culture! Join us this Friday evening for a relaxing and an unforgettable **South Asian Standup Comedy** night, the perfect way to shake off the work week and welcome the long weekend. If you decide to come along, get your ticket upfront on "21 soho" website. £11 pp. Date May 1st, 19.30 (7.30pm). Show starts at 8pm. Don't be late, protocol is you only allowed entry next at show intervals! Link is https://www.tickettext.co.uk/5Oa92DoDmk Plan to head for a Malaysian dinner before the show, meet 18.15 (6.15pm) at Vue Cinema Leicester Square, entrance facing Leicester Square/Burger King. Or go to 21 Soho for show 8pm start.

**Kindly note that this is a paid event and the average number of attendees for our events is 60-70 people. You can register on [https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/medical-connector-connecting-the-healthcare-wellness-ecosystem-tickets-1987124335379?aff=meetup](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/medical-connector-connecting-the-healthcare-wellness-ecosystem-tickets-1987124335379?aff=meetup)** Medical Connector® unites healthcare, wellness, and professionals for meaningful connections, quality conversations, and lasting value. *A Healthcare & Wellness Networking Event Series* Medical Connector®, part of the **London Connector® event series**, is a professional networking experience designed to bring together individuals and organisations across the **medical, healthcare, and wellness ecosystem** 🤝. Built on the Connector event model developed by London Connector®, Medical Connector prioritises **meaningful connections, thoughtful conversations, and long-term professional value** through carefully structured, relationship-led experiences. 🎯 **What Is Medical Connector?** Medical Connector is a **healthcare-focused networking event** created to foster **relevant, high-quality professional relationships** within a well-structured and purposeful environment. Each event is designed to encourage: * Authentic, human-to-human conversations 💬 * Strategic professional connections 🔗 * Community building across disciplines 🧩 Medical Connector brings together professionals and innovators contributing to the future of **healthcare, wellbeing, and longevity** and professionals and entrepreneurs who want to increase their health and longevity. 👥 **Who Is Medical Connector For?** Medical Connector is designed for professionals operating across the medical and healthcare landscape, as well as individuals interested in **innovative approaches to health, wellbeing, and longevity**. This includes: * Healthcare and medical professionals 🩺 * Healthcare leaders, administrators, and consultants * Founders and operators in healthcare and wellness organisations * Researchers, educators, and health innovators 🔬 * Strategic partners and service providers working with medical environments * Investors and innovators in health-related sectors 💼 * Individuals passionate about preventative health, performance, and longevity 🌱 Attendance is **selective and intentional**, ensuring relevance, alignment, and a high standard of engagement, while encouraging **cross-sector dialogue, shared learning, and new perspectives**. 💡 **Core Values** *Inspired by the London Connector® Model* Medical Connector events are guided by the following principles: * **Connection 🤝** – Authentic, meaningful professional relationships * **Quality ✨** – Thoughtfully selected guests, venues, and conversations * **Integrity 🛡️** – Respectful dialogue and professional standards * **Inclusivity 🌍** – Diverse perspectives within a professional framework All Medical Connector events consistently reflect these values. 🏛️ **Event Format** * Invite-only or application-based attendance * Networking-led structure with light facilitation * Informal, conversation-driven environment * Neutral, professional, brand-appropriate venue **Venue, Time & date** Medical Connector® brings healthcare and wellness professionals together on 1 May 2026, 17:00–19:00, at 116 Pall Mall - Institute of Directors, London, England **WhatsApp Group** 📲 Continue the conversation before and after the event by joining our exclusive attendee WhatsApp group. On the day of the event, you will receive an email inviting you to join the WhatsApp message for the event. **Event Disclaimer 📸** Photos and videos may be taken during the event for use across our social media channels and promotional materials. * [United Kingdom Events](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/d/united-kingdom/events) * [Greater London Events](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/d/united-kingdom--greater-london/events) * [Things to do in London](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/ttd/united-kingdom--london) * [London networking](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/d/united-kingdom--london/networking) * [London Business networking](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/d/united-kingdom--london/business--networking)

Come and join us every week day from 12.45pm - 2.45pm. Classes for levels elementary to upper-intermediate (A1+ - B2+) Improve your fluency, listening and reading comprehension, grammar and vocabulary with our friendly classes. No payment needed - the classes are **completely free** because the teachers are training with a University of Cambridge accredited program. Join us at 24 Great Chapel St, London, W1F 8FS Take the level test in advance for more information about classes for your level (link to the level test: https://forms.gle/mn3hqUgo3BRLyAUi7) and wait for up to one business day for more information. OR Come 15 minutes early on your first day to do a quick speaking test and find your classroom. See you soon!

**1st Sunday of every month,** join us for a fun and social way to explore Chinese culture while supercharging your language skills. This isn't just practice; it’s **accelerated progress** through content you love — transforming learning into a **fun cultural discovery**! **This Month's Theme - China's Hidden Gems 寻宝中国 🗺️🎒** Ready to look beyond the Great Wall and the Shanghai skyline? This month, we’re venturing into the stunning, lesser-known corners of China that most guidebooks miss! Come explore the **diverse customs, local traditions, and mouth-watering regional cuisines** that make these places so special. Along the way, we’ll decode the **essential travel vocabulary** you need to navigate these "hidden gem" cities like a local. It’s the perfect place to gather travel inspiration while meeting like-minded explorers! * **All levels welcome:** Our expert host provides active support so you can join in with confidence, no matter your level. * **Price:** £10 (includes all materials + refreshments 🍵✨) * **Secure your spot** - [Tap here to Pay](https://monzo.com/pay/r/china-unbound_qsboSdlMTJ8Q1R) This is the ultimate fun way to fluency. We can't wait to welcome you! **How it works - no 'prep work', just chat!** * **We provide the inspiration:** Each month, we hand-pick authentic "cultural gems" to share (like a song, a short clip, or book). * Feel free to bring your own material, but there's no pressure to! * **We provide the treats:** we stock up on free coffee, tea, and biscuits in our beautiful office. 🍪☕️ * **You show up and enjoy:** Watch your Mandarin skills soar with natural, real-world practice! \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Take your Mandarin beyond the event.** If you’re looking for a bit more structure to accelerate your learning, let’s chat! We're offering **FREE 1-on-1 course advice sessions** to help you find the perfect class. **No commitment** required. [Book your Free Session](https://eu.bigin.online/org20070515371/bookings/course-advice) **[China Unbound](https://china-unbound.co.uk/personal/)** is the best place to learn practical Chinese for adults. While most schools prioritise grammar and writing, we empower you to communicate confidently in real-world situations. Join us and discover a fun, fast, and personalised way to master Chinese! \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-

Improve your Mandarin and English while making new friends! Join [Manhattan Mandarin](ManhattanMandarin.co.uk) at the [Jackalope](https://jackalopelondon.com/) in Marylebone - appropriately situated above a Chinese restaurant, [Liu Xiao Mian](https://www.liu-xiaomian.com/). All levels welcome - these are **very casual** meetups where you're welcome to mingle until finding suitable language partners Pop down for noodles or stay outside in the lovely mews, but whatever you do, come ready to chat, make great new connections, and push your language learning forward 🤗🤗🤗 You're welcome to try our HSK Classes in Marylebone: [https://www.manhattanmandarin.co.uk/hskclasses](https://www.manhattanmandarin.co.uk/hskclasses) or our Saturday online HSK classes: [https://www.manhattanmandarin.co.uk/onlineclasses](https://www.manhattanmandarin.co.uk/onlineclasses) For more information please contact Harry@ManhattanMandarin.com, 07767260207) Since 2012, with a fantastic team of over 200 native and non-native Mandarin teachers in the US and UK, [Manhattan Mandarin](ManhattanMandarin.com) knows what makes for fun and engaging communication between English and Chinese speakers!

Hey! Let's make new friends in a beautiful, relaxed environment. The St James Cafe in St James Park is a great location for this: https://www.royalparks.org.uk/visit/parks/st-jamess-park/st-jamess-cafe See you there :)

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.

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.

Click Here For More Videos: https://www.facebook.com/share/r/17vTa7EuwG/ ********************************* The Biggest Salsa Night to hit your mid-week is happening at Latin City Wednesdays. Get the feel of the Latin Beat as your hips and feet groove the right way. ********************************* Viva Dance Columbus (2809 Festival Lane Dublin, OH 43017) 830pm-930pm Cuban Salsa Lessons 930pm-Midnight Open Latin Dance Party $15 With Lesson $10 Just Open Dance ********************************** Free Parking, No Need to Bring a dance partner, No Sandals Please and Plenty of Space to Move Around.

**Online Speed Dating for Mature Toledo Singles** Live on Zoom. Real conversations. Local people who value genuine connection and traditional dating. **Pick your age group to register:** - Ages 18-32: [Click to Register](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=476.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Toledo&groupurlname=local-warmth-meetups-for-mature-souls&ar=18-32&face_v=2.0) - Ages 30-46: [Click to Register](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=476.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Toledo&groupurlname=local-warmth-meetups-for-mature-souls&ar=30-46&face_v=2.0) - Ages 40-58: [Click to Register](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=476.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Toledo&groupurlname=local-warmth-meetups-for-mature-souls&ar=40-58&face_v=2.0) - Ages 55+: [Click to Register](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=476.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Toledo&groupurlname=local-warmth-meetups-for-mature-souls&ar=55+&face_v=2.0) RSVP alone does not hold your spot. Register through the link above and complete the quick personality quiz. For mature singles who appreciate meaningful connections and are serious about finding the right person. Host-guided. All ages welcome. Mutual matches shared after the event.

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."

**Online Speed Dating for Mature Cincinnati Singles** Live on Zoom. Real conversations. Local people who value genuine connection and traditional dating. **Pick your age group to register:** - Ages 18-32: [Click to Register](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=476.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Cincinnati&groupurlname=local-warmth-meetups-for-mature-souls&ar=18-32&face_v=2.0) - Ages 30-46: [Click to Register](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=476.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Cincinnati&groupurlname=local-warmth-meetups-for-mature-souls&ar=30-46&face_v=2.0) - Ages 40-58: [Click to Register](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=476.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Cincinnati&groupurlname=local-warmth-meetups-for-mature-souls&ar=40-58&face_v=2.0) - Ages 55+: [Click to Register](https://tempodating.com/product?productId=476.0&productType=onlineSpeedDating&city=Cincinnati&groupurlname=local-warmth-meetups-for-mature-souls&ar=55+&face_v=2.0) RSVP alone does not hold your spot. Register through the link above and complete the quick personality quiz. For mature singles who appreciate meaningful connections and are serious about finding the right person. Host-guided. All ages welcome. Mutual matches shared after the event.