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*"The best questions aren't always the ones we're asked—they're the ones we create together."* Usually, at a Curious Souls Café gathering, you arrive to find a carefully curated deck of questions waiting for you. This time, we are flipping the script: **you** are the conversation designer. Every great discussion starts with a spark of curiosity. In this special interactive event, we aren't just answering questions; we are building the game from the ground up. We will split into small teams, pick our own unique themes, and use our [Deck Builder](https://curioussouls.cafe/tools/builder/) webapp to co-create custom decks with AI on the fly. Will your team build a deck about navigating the modern workplace? A lighthearted round of nostalgic "What Ifs"? Or a deep dive into the unwritten rules of life? The direction of the night is entirely in your hands! Bring your creativity, a collaborative spirit, and an open mind. Let's discover what happens when we unleash our collective curiosity. **Inviting those who...** 🎨 Want to flex their creative muscles and design a conversation experience for others. 🤝 Enjoy collaborative team-building and bonding over shared ideas in a low-pressure setting. 📱 Are eager to test out a fun, interactive web tool to guide real-world connections. 🗣️ Hope to connect with kindred spirits in a judgment-free space where every voice shapes the night. **📅 Agenda / What You'll Experience** **💬 Phase 1: The Designer's Studio** After a brief welcome, we will group into small teams. Using your smartphones, your team will decide on a topic and use our [Deck Builder](https://app.curioussouls.cafe/builder/about/) app (with the help of its AI Generator) to draft a custom deck of 5 to 10 meaningful questions. **🎲 Phase 2: The Roll & Share** Once the decks are built, the host will roll the virtual 3D dice to decide which person goes first. That person will generate a QR code directly on their screen. Everyone else simply scans their phone, and the game begins! **💬 Phase 3: Prompted Conversations** We will play through the winning person's custom deck, enjoying the unique flavor and perspective they brought to the table. After a while, we'll roll the dice again and scan the next person's QR code, rotating until everyone has had a chance to "host" a round. 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 requires a smartphone per person to access the builder via a web link. If you do not have a device, don't worry—you can easily team up with someone who does or ask our facilitator for support!* **💬 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. To explore what our events are like, check out our official website at [https://curioussouls.cafe](https://curioussouls.cafe) ⚠️ **Content Guideline**: Because participants will be generating their own discussion prompts, we ask everyone to keep their questions respectful, inclusive, and appropriate for a diverse public setting. If your team uses the app's AI Generator, you'll notice an "Extra Empathy" filter is active by default—this is designed to shift the focus from "wounds to wisdom" and actively avoid heavy triggers. We encourage depth and curiosity, but please steer clear of overly sensitive, explicit, or hostile topics to maintain a safe space for all attendees. 📍 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) 🈚 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. Note: This event is not affiliated with the restaurant, or any third-party names mentioned. ✨ 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!

May’s book club pick of the month is Happy Place by Emily Henry! Join us to discuss on the 28th May at The Globe at 7pm. Happy reading! Completely appreciate that things come up but please, if you realise you cannot attend, cancel as soon as possible. This opens up the space to anyone else who may want to join. Thank you! 🫶🏻

Difficult level: 3.5 stars We'll rent bikes in a bike shop and please go there directly. 大家樂單車店 元朗鳳攸北街9A號昌威大廈 (元朗地鐵c出口直行出天橋搭電梯落最快) 9184 6881 You must be confident in biking on roads with some cars and can go up and down gentle slopes to join this biking trip. You need also to be able to bike at 15 Km/hr at flat road. There are some gentle uphill slope in the trip. This is a biking tour mainly on roads with some cars passing. We'll see rivers, fishponds, farms, villages, and beaches along the way. Some roads are not paved and not good for road bikes. Yuen Long has the biggest farmlands and villages areas in Hong Kong. It's easy to visit these country areas on bicycles. In the farmland, some country lanes are narrow and winding, so you need to be good in controlling your bike. Total biking distance is about 60 Km. Most of the roads are flat and well paved. We'll first visit the fish ponds in North West Yuen Long near the coast （尖鼻咀,大井圍) in the morning and after lunch we'll visit Lau Fau Shan(流浮山) and Ha Pak Nai (下白泥) We'll have lunch in a village restaurant. \*You can rent bikes at about $50 one day or bring your own bike, but road bikes not suitable for this trip. * Wear a helmet and gloves, bring a hat, sunscreen and mosquito repellent. Wear long pants too to protect you from insect bites. You can also rent a helmet at the rental shop at $10. If you bring your bike, please also bring a spare tire. \*For this biking trip, every member need join need to agree to the following: DISCLAIMER By joining the events of “Biking Swimming Camping Fun”, all participants are deemed to have agreed to exonerate the leaders, the organizers and any other participants in the events from any liabilities, claims, including but not limited to liabilities and claims as a result of any injuries or deaths or damages or penalties arising thereof. Those joining the events are at their own choosing and at their own risk.

**Kayaking: Circumnavigating Sharp Island (Sai Kung)** **Difficulty Level:** 3 out of 5 (intermediate) **Distance:** 10 km **Time:** 5.5 hours **Description:** This kayaking event is appropriate for intermediate kayakers. The plan is to meet at the 7-11 Convenience Store (see address) and then walk to Sha Ha Beach, the location where we'll rent our kayaks. We'll navigate to Yim Tin Tsai Island where we'll have our lunch (there's a toilet on this island). If the tide is high and we can navigate through, we'll continue through a peaceful passage lined with mangroves and then make our way to the southern tip of Sharp Island. We'll make 2-3 stops along the way to rest and enjoy the scenery before we head back to Sha Ha Beach to return our kayaks. **Some highlights:** This whole area is listed and protected under the UNESCO World Heritage program. There are many beautiful and pristine beaches with incredible geological formations that are only found in this area because of a mega-volcanic eruption that occurred millions of years ago. Yes, what you will see has taken millions of years to make. What's more, because most of these treasures are facing the water, they can only be enjoyed from a kayak. **Single Kayak Price:** 150.00 **Double Kayak Price:** 300.00 (it is your responsibility to pair up with someone) **Life vests**: Free of charge (not mandatory but are recommended) **Payment:** To secure your kayak (single or double) you must navigate to the BlueSky Co. website by clicking on one of these links: * Click here to rent a [SINGLE KAYAK](https://bluesky-sc.com/en/online/single_kayak_shaha_weekends/) * Click here to rent a [DOUBLE KAYAK](https://bluesky-sc.com/en/online/doublekayak/) **Cancelations/Changes**: Any cancelations or changes are **YOUR** responsibility. Please read the [terms and conditions](https://bluesky-sc.com/refund-and-cancellation-policy/) as outlined by BlueSky Co. **Confirmation**: Once you complete your booking, you **MUST** contact me with your confirmation details so I can officiate and add you to the Confirmed and PAID LIST. I must have your confirmation one week before the event. If I do not hear from you I will remove your name from the list and give your spot to another interested kayaker. **What to bring:** * 2-3 liters of water (water available for sale along the way) * Snacks to eat along the way (sandwich, fruits, nuts, etc) * Aqua shoes or Water shoes * Gloves * Goggles for swimming * Sunglasses * Headgear (cap/hat) * Sunscreen * Bug Spray * Waterproof phone case * **Dry Bag (to keep your personal items dry)** **Changing Rooms:** There are 1-2 tents for you to use for changing in and out of your gear. **NO LOCKERS: No lockers are available. You can leave your items with the BlueSky Co. attendants; however, they are not responsible if something goes missing. Leave your Rolex watch, Hope Diamond necklace and other valuables at home.** **Toilets:** There are 2 toilets (there are facilities at the pier by the 7-11 and another facility on along the way). **Showers**: There are public showers nearby (free) **Stores:** There are several convenience stores near the pier. It is best to come prepared with water and snacks. **Meeting Point:** 7-11 Convenience Store - Sai Kung Pier: No. 74 Fuk Man Rd **Time:** 10:00 am (SHARP!) **Participants**: Limited to 10 kayakers (intermediate) **IMPORTANT:** Out of respect to the members that arrive on time, we will only be able to wait a maximum of 5 minutes. Should you arrive after 10:05 am, I will no longer be answering phone calls or responding to messages as I need to give my time and attention to those that have arrived on time.

We’re hosting a fun Teppanyaki party + Japanese Mahjong experience with the members of our meetup! Come and hang out, enjoy teppanyaki together. We also prepared the Japanese Mahjong for people who want to learn and play Japanese Mahjong 📅 Date 30 May (Sat) 🕕 Time 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM 📍 What’s Happening Make and eat fresh teppanyaki together Relax, chat, and mingle with multilingual friends Try to play Japanese Mahjong and socialise with other participants 💰 Fee HKD 200 per person (Includes snacks, drinks, Mahjong and Teppanyaki) If you are interested, RSVP and provide your contact. Once we receive your fee, we will move you to the attendance list.

Let’s meet and wander the galleries! General admission on Sundays is free.

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

At Unity of Columbus, our Youth and Family Ministry nurtures the spiritual growth of children and families through love, joy, and practical spiritual teachings. Each Sunday, children explore timeless spiritual principles through stories, creative activities, music, and group sharing in a safe and welcoming environment. Our program encourages children to discover their own inner light, express kindness, and develop a personal connection with God. Together, we celebrate diversity, cultivate understanding, and inspire each child to live with purpose and compassion. Parents and families are invited to join in this uplifting journey of learning, laughter, and spiritual connection.

Join us this Thursday 6:30 pm at the Westerville Veterans Memorial for two loops around the Westerville Sports Complex fields. This 1 mile loop is a flat fully paved trail that straddles Alum Creek. Join us for a beautiful evening hike together!

Who else is ready to sit outside? Join us for a casual chat over coffee & tea at Grandview Grind! Come out and meet some new people, enjoy your favorite drink, and make some new friends!

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."