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👉 **To join:** Please add Daisy on WeChat at **daisy00233** **We conduct all discussions over WeChat only.** Hello, my name is Daisy Wen. I studied English Literature as an undergraduate and later completed an LLB with the University of London. Beyond academics, I have a long-standing fascination with Chinese tea culture. In China, tea is far more than a beverage. It is deeply woven into history, daily life, etiquette, art, and philosophy. Even the Japanese tea ceremony traces its roots back to tea traditions of the Tang Dynasty. I am beginning to organize small, relaxed visits to tea farms for those who are genuinely curious about tea — how it is grown, harvested, processed, and appreciated. If you enjoy meaningful cultural experiences and good conversation over a proper cup of tea, I am forming a WeChat group for like-minded friends. Let us meet for a cuppa and see where the journey takes us.

小红书RedBook: TomEvents. 微信公众号wechat offical account: TomEvents. wechat:lzy9138 First i should let you know That our Time and location could be changing from Time to time,sometimes we don’t update the information here in meetup, so pls add my wechat:Lzy9138 to confirm before you come, I’ll also add you in our wechat group where you ‘ll get the latest notifications Hi There, Welcome to our language exchange party Our Event is devided into 3 parts. 1.Get your drink, grab a seat, and free talk 2.Hosting Part.(Ice-breaking Game,Lucky Draw etc.). Within half an hour. 3.Networking, Board Games, Industry Exchanges and mingling.different areas will be set, everyone Stand up, hold your drink and move freely~ About 1.5 hour **How does it work：** A. Done RSVP on meetup & payment before coming over B. Use wechat to scan our QR code to check in & get a bracelet C. Get your first free drink. D. Grab a seats and follow the flow. **Costs & Payment methods :** **Online on WeChat mini-program 快团团** Ticket Price Varies from ￥39.9-78 若想获得活动通知 最新照片，或其他疑问欢迎加 管理员微信入群: **Tom-WeChat:lzy9138** **小红书/微信公众号：上海英语角TomEvents** 周六活动： @活动时间Time： 每周六下午Every Saturday afternoon 3-6pm \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* 免责声明： 本活动本着自愿参与的原则，参加活动者视为具有完全民事行为能力的人（18岁以上公民），对于任何原因造成的人身财产等一切伤害和损失完全自行负责，活动主办方不承担任何责任。所有现场参加者默认同意并接受本声明！ \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*

Get ready creative writers! Inkwell is proud to announce Sunday Scribbles, our latest event for the Shanghai writing community. Sunday Scribbles is a low stress gathering for your Sunday afternoon creative writing. Join us to work, chat, and write to your heart's content. (Mostly write, though). Add Ryan (WechatID: texaswriter) to figure out where we are meeting this week and to ask any questions. I don't keep Meetup very up to date and everything Inkwell does is organized through wechat groups, so even if the number of attendees is low, there's likely an event still going on. Add Ryan, and you can join the wechat group where everything is happening. Some Frequently Asked Questions: What do we do here?: Mostly write and work quietly with some chatting What to bring?: Something to work on What we don't do?: Edit things for you, serve as writing consultants What does it cost?: Free, but please order something to support the venue. What is Inkwell?: There's a lot of information about the workshop located on the website: www.inkwell.asia. Meet Writing Workshop veterans and other Workshoppers for the latest info on writing prompts and activities. It's also the perfect chance to make the Sunday night deadline for that week's Writing Workshop. Sunday Scribbles is organized by Paula Willis who has been in Shanghai since early 2018 and a member of the writing group since fall 2019. Bring something to write with and we'll see you there!

🔥 Feeling tired but wired? Your breath may be the missing reset button in the age of stress, distraction, and AI overwhelm. 🌿 💡In today’s fast-moving world of AI, constant notifications, work pressure, and mental overload, many people feel exhausted yet unable to properly switch off. Join Jason Ryer for a practical and beginner-friendly breathwork session designed to help you reduce stress, improve focus, restore energy, and calm the nervous system naturally. This interactive webinar explores how common breathing habits quietly drain energy, increase tension, and affect recovery. Jason will guide participants through simple breathwork techniques that can be used during work, stressful moments, or before sleep to create better self-regulation and mental clarity. If you are experiencing stress, burnout, anxiety, overwhelm, poor focus, or difficulty relaxing, this session will give you practical tools you can immediately apply in everyday life. 📅Join us this Sunday for “Stop Leaking Energy: A Practical Breathwork Reset for Stress, Focus, and the AI Overwhelm Era” with Jason Ryer, Founder of Zen Strength and Certified Breath Coach, for an interactive session on using breathwork to improve focus, reduce stress, and restore energy in modern life. **🎯Key Points / Takeaways for the Audience** • Understand how stress, shallow breathing, and constant stimulation keep the body stuck in “always on” mode. • Learn how breathwork can help calm the nervous system and improve mental clarity. • Experience a practical guided breath reset during the session. • Discover the difference between forcing relaxation and creating conditions for recovery. • Leave with a simple daily breath practice to support stress management, focus, and better recovery. • Learn practical tools that can help during work pressure, emotional stress, or mental overwhelm. **🎯Additional Key Points / Takeaways / Benefits** • Beginner-friendly and easy to follow. • Interactive live practice with real-time guidance. • Practical techniques you can use immediately at home or work. • Helpful for professionals, entrepreneurs, remote workers, and highly stimulated individuals. • Improve awareness of how breathing affects energy, focus, sleep, and emotional regulation. • Learn how to create a healthier “off-switch” after busy or stressful days. • Live Q&A opportunity with Jason Ryer. **About the Speaker** Jason Ryer is the Founder of Zen Strength, a Performance Nervous System Coach, Certified Breath Coach, and Bulletproof Human Potential Coach based in Chiang Mai, Thailand. After spending more than 15 years in technology and consulting, Jason rebuilt his own health through breathwork, cold exposure, and nervous system training. Today, he helps high performers, founders, entrepreneurs, and remote workers stop feeling “tired but wired” and recover more effectively through practical nervous system tools and breathwork methods. Jason has guided more than 2,000 people through breathwork and cold exposure experiences. **Contact Details** Email: jason@jasonryer.com Website: https://jasonryer.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jasonryer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/zen.strength/ **⏰June 14, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 (𝗦𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆), 𝟭.𝟱 𝗛𝗼𝘂𝗿** 5:00 PM GMT+8 China 7:00 PM GMT+10 Australia 5:00 AM GMT-4 New York 11:00 AM GMT+2 Barcelona 📌For first-time attendees please scan the QR code on the flyer or click the following link to register and become part of our enriching live discussion, all at no cost: https://adriancahill.agilecrm.com/forms/6002900926529536 📌Zoom Link: https://zoom.us/j/86301571361 Log-in: 86301571361 Password: #motivate 🔗 Secure your spot now!

**\*\*About Activity\*\*** Unlock the flavors of authentic Chinese cuisine in our exclusive Private Cooking Class! Learn to create irresistible dishes like Kung Pao Chicken and Shepherd's Purse Wonton using traditional techniques that bring bold, fresh flavors to life. **\*\*Highlights\*\*** \*\*\*\*\*Kung Pao Chicken highlights the bold and exciting flavors of Sichuan cuisine, where tender chicken is stir-fried with a medley of crunchy peanuts, fresh vegetables, and fiery Sichuan peppercorns. With its origins in Sichuan province, Kung Pao Chicken showcases the art of combining bold flavors with a satisfying crunch, making it a beloved classic in Chinese cuisine. \*\*\*\*\*Shepherd's Purse Wonton presents a delicate yet flavorful blend of traditional Chinese ingredients, with plump wontons filled with fragrant Shepherd’s Purse leaves, minced meat, and seasonings. The wontons are gently steamed or boiled to perfection, it highlights the harmony between fresh herbs and tender fillings, making it a cherished comfort food with a timeless appeal. **\*\*About Chef\*\*** \- Chef Tony Jiang Founder & Director of Chinese Famous Media Chef Michelin\-Star Restaurant Associator Principle Director of Zwilling Gourmet SchoolVice President of Disciples Escoffier China Awards: \- 2025 Michelin Bib Gourmand Hong Kong \- 2021 Outstanding Chef of the Year\, The Best Restaurant Awards \- 2019 Authoritative Chef of the Year The Best Restaurant Awards\- 2017 Best Contributor Discuples Escoffier China Delegation \- 2015 French Gastronomic Spirit \- Sopexa **\*\*Itinerary\*\*** \- 4:45pm: Gathering & Introduction \- 5:30pm: Chef's Demostration \- 6:30pm: 3\-4pax/station\, each team to prepare \- 7:00pm: Food appreciation & Photo Taking **\*\*Detailed Info\*\*** **Time&Date: 16:30 - 19:00 Every Wednesday & Sunday, 2026** **Meet up Location:** Jing An Temple Metro Station (Line2) Exit 1 **Activity Duration:** 2 - 3 Hours **Price:** 500 RMB / Pax **Group size:** 4-20 People **What's included in the price:** · Food Ingredients · Cooking Utensils · Apron · Tableware · Chef instruction service · Complimentary Water + Soft Drinks · First-Aid Kit **What's not included in the price:** · Your own expenses **\*\*Trip Inquiry\*\*** Telephone/WhatsAPP:0086 15001791355 Wechat: OKDealTravel Email: [contact@okdealtravelchina.com](http://mailto:contact@okdealtravelchina.com/) **\*\*Full payment** is required when signing up for this activity. If cancel above 3 days prior to departure, full refund will be offered; if cancel 0-3 days prior to departure, 100rmb cancellation fee will be charged.

Language Mix Special Event - Duanwu Festival! 🫯 Make Zongzi 包粽子 💐 Craft Fragance Bag 制香囊 🥳 Culture Mix 文化交流 This event is for experiencing traditional Chinese culture and speaking ANY language--don't worry if you don't speak Chinese! *** How does it work? --- Simple. You just find the registration table when you enter, put on some flag stickers that represent your native language and the languages you want to learn, get a drink of your choice, and use the stickers to find someone to talk to! We recommend showing up on time if possible, but any time is fine. We encourage you to stand during the event so that you can easily move and talk to different people :) *** When and where are we meeting? --- This meetup will be at No. 1044, North Nanquan Road, Pudong District. See the address below for more details on how to get there. 周日下午，浦东新区南泉北路1044号 *** Is there an event fee? --- Entry is 99元, including the materials to make Zongzi, fragance bag, and instructor. Entry is payable when you arrive with WeChat 微信, Alipay 支付宝 or cash. *** Is there a WeChat/微信 group? --- Yes/有！ EDIT: It seems that the group now has 100 members and won't accept new members by scanning the QR code. If you'd like to join the group, just add Nancy on WeChat, who has volunteered to help add people in. Nancy: zcn1107 Just write "Shanghai Language Mix" when you send a request. 不见不散！

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Hi There, 60+ Expats, Tourists, and locals join us to make new friends, have fun and learn new things, stay in company and share views and opinions on different topics. Don't worry about your language level or being new, Hosts will welcome you warmly at the venue and introduce you to a few other attendees so long as you come early. You'll soon feel at home!! **We have our area booked for Meetup. Please ask the cafe staff for language Exchangers Shanghai, they will help you find us.** → **Special thanks to our partners** **HSBC,** a British [universal bank](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Universal_bank) and [financial services](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Financial_services) group headquartered in [London](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/London), England, with historical and business links to [East Asia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/East_Asia) and a [multinational](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Multinational_corporation) footprint. It is the [largest Europe-based bank by total assets](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_banks_in_Europe), ahead of [BNP Paribas](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BNP_Paribas), with US$2.953 trillion as of December 2021. **italki**, the global language learning platform offering 1-on-1 online lessons with qualified native-speaking teachers → **How does it work：** A. Done RSVP on meetup & payment before coming over B. Show hosts ticket you bought to check in & get a wristband C. Get your first free welcome drink, or order something else you’d love to have D. Grab seats, make a self-introduction, start topics discussion, and at 4:15 PM stand-up free networking chat → **Costs & Payment methods :** **Online on WeChat mini-program (Get ￥10 Refund on-site** if you RSVP on meetup) **Female** ￥40 / person ( Only 15 Early bird Spots ) ￥50 / person **Male** ￥50 / person ( Only 15 Early bird Spots ) ￥60 / person \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* **At Door** ￥70/ person(all genders) \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* Add **Eric's WeChat: 15026652832 to score tickets via WeChat Mini Program. Registration is valid after payment is made.** \*\***All tickets include one free drink**.\*\* Refunds only if the event is canceled. Your credit will be switched to the very next event on the same day of next week once only if couldn't make the one which u already paid for → **Check-in Time:** **3:00-3:30 pm,** (@Eric with a word of I’ll be late on group chat if u arrive during 3:30-4:00 pm, **Do Not accept any check-in after** 4:00 **pm**) Plz don’t forget to update your RSVP to free up space if you can’t make it anymore, thanks. **l Venue:** **TsingTao 1903 Beer Bar（Jing An Temple Branch）** → **l Address:** No. 315 Yuyuan Rd, Jing’An District, Shanghai → **l Subway:** **Exit 1 of Jing An Temple station of Line 2，7，14** → **l Event Time: 3:00 - 6:00 PM** Every Sunday（Plz arrive on time or a bit early， leave anytime) → We’d also love to know what you expect from this group, and what types of activities you’d be into. open to all propositions for the meet-ups activities By participating in our events, you agree to be photographed and/or filmed. The photos and videos will be shared on our social networks You may be removed from the group if rude, aggressive, harassing, or coming only to date Any questions Just add **Eric's WeChat: 15026652832** \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* If you would miss Saturday’s event, feel free to join our Friday (Link below) https://www.meetup.com/language-exchangers-shanghai/events/ \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* Disclaimer： Each person who participates accepts responsibility for making their own determinations and for their own safety, conduct, and well-being; recognizes that possibly attend activities, and agrees to participate solely at their own risk. The hosts shall not be held liable for any inconvenience, accidents, rescues, injuries, etc. \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* 感谢了解我们活动，如果你的英语已经达到能进行基本日常生活、工作交流水平，并希望持续保持活跃度，你就来对地方了。 \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* 若想获得活动最新照片，或其他疑问欢迎加 管理员微信入群: **Eric - WeChat:15026652832 或** **小红书 搜 language Exchangers Shanghai** 周日活动： @活动地点： TsingTao 1903 (愚园路店) @活动地址： 上海市静安区愚园路315号1楼103室 @活动时间： 每周日下午3:00-6:00（可提前5-10分钟到场，随时离场） @交通方式： **2，7，14 号地铁 到 静安寺 地铁站下 从1号口出 步行5分钟** \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* 免责声明： 本活动本着自愿参与的原则，参加活动者视为具有完全民事行为能力的人（18岁以上公民），对于任何原因造成的人身财产等一切伤害和损失完全自行负责，活动主办方不承担任何责任。所有现场参加者默认同意并接受本声明！ \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* 欢迎参加周五晚场次（链接如下） https://www.meetup.com/language-exchangers-shanghai/events/

International Friends & Language Exchange Shanghai. Mingle events - Meet people - Make friends - Speak languages Join us and create strong connections with international participants while enriching your circle of friends. 🇬🇧🇺🇸🇳🇱🇦🇷🇬🇭🇿🇦🇧🇩🇫🇯🇦🇪🇷🇺🇵🇦🇯🇲🇵🇪🇵🇷🇹🇷🇬🇷🇺🇦🇦🇿🇨🇳🇨🇳🇨🇳🇨🇳🇨🇳🇨🇳🇨🇳🇨🇳 **小红书 搜： 说会英语** 公众号：说会英语 [Facebook：Shanghai Language Changers](https://www.facebook.com/ShanghaiLanguageExchange) **WeChat：17317121983 【Please be sure to add us to get the latest information】** [Language Exchange - YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/@ChinaLanguageExchange) 🔴Facebook group: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/languageexchangeshanghai](https://www.facebook.com/groups/languageexchangeshanghai) 🔴Whatsapp group which you can join here: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/BRscBnmLynICxeOQycSvWq](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BRscBnmLynICxeOQycSvWq) 🇬🇧🇺🇸🇳🇱🇦🇷🇬🇭🇿🇦🇧🇩🇫🇯🇦🇪🇷🇺🇵🇦🇯🇲🇵🇪🇵🇷🇹🇷🇬🇷🇺🇦🇦🇿🇨🇳🇨🇳🇨🇳🇨🇳🇨🇳🇨🇳🇨🇳🇨🇳 🕙时间：14:00\~16:00【每周 周日 节假日为假期最后一天】 🏠 F3, No.399 Nanjing West Road, Huangpu District Tomorrow Square, Shanghai:[南京西路399号3楼【机遇中心 X-Meta bar](https://maps.app.goo.gl/YVbhgLiUSnFyAoG6A)】 🎫费用： early bird 40 RMB On-site:50RMB 🥤以上费用包含一杯赠饮。 🇬🇧🇺🇸🇨🇦🇦🇺🇳🇿🇧🇷🇪🇸🇨🇳🇯🇵🇰🇷🇮🇹🇹🇭🇲🇽🇨🇱🇩🇪🇫🇷

I will organize a go meeting on every sunday night near nanjing east road. The cafe is nice and i will bring one board with me at the first meeting. Beginners are welcome. I will show the basic rules. Do suggest you add my wechat 864324659 and I can know your levels to find opponents.

Looking for a dining experience that goes beyond just food in Shanghai? Step into a world where cuisine meets performance, and every dish tells a story. At **Xu Yan (叙宴)**, dining becomes an immersive cultural journey — blending fine Chinese gastronomy with theatrical storytelling and stunning visuals. More than just a restaurant, Xu Yan is a multi-sensory dining experience where tradition, art, and modern creativity come together on one stage. **Time & Date:** Flexible booking (**1 day in advance**) **Location:** No. 40 Wenshui Road, Jing'an District, Shanghai, China (上海市静安区汶水路40号). **Access:** Metro Line 1, Wenshui Road Station (Exit 2). **Hours:** Lunch 11:50 AM - 2:00 PM; Dinner 6:50 PM - 9:00 PM. **Recommendations:** It is highly recommended to arrive 1–2 hours early if you have booked costume/makeup packages. **Activity Duration:** 3 hours **Shanghai Xuyan • Xu Dunhuang pricing:** ❤ Lunch: SVIP Seats: 598/person (same price for all sizes). VIP Seating: 498/person General Admission: 398/person ❤Dinner: SVIP Seats: 698/person (same price for all sizes). VIP Seating: 598/person General seating: 498/person. ❤ Attire: Makeup and hairstyle – 188/person, clothing – 100/person. ❤Child ticket: 1\. Height below 130 cm: 198/seat\. Options include VIP\+regular seating\. 2\. You must sit in the same area as an adult; you cannot be seated alone\. 3\. Child tickets do not include the option to select SVIP seating\. **What's included** * Meal * Performance * booking service fee * Transportation * All personal expenses and fees not mentioned in the inclusions.

dear all, We will move to Bailian Zhongshan BEFORE jing’an opens. Welcome to join us Please confirm with me first before you signed up My WeChat is ellenliu12345 60rmb for 2 hours , 6 people share a court 小伙伴们， 所以我们在静安开放之前将会在百联中环打，欢迎加入我们

Disconnect from the city, reconnect with yourself. Loft cabins, glamping vibe,western food and outdoor pool, just 1 hour from Shanghai by high-speed train, book any 3D2N from June–Sept, Solo travelers welcome! **Destination:** Moganshan, Huzhou City, Zhejiang Province **Date: June - Septmeber, 2026 (Flexible Dates Booking)** **Hiking Difficulty Rating:**★☆☆☆☆ Easy-The leisurely hiking in D1 is of low difficulty with around 1 hour **Day 1** **Arrival & Water Welcome** 🚄 12:12 – 13:21 \| High\-speed train from Shanghai Hongqiao to Deqing Station \(G687\) 🚗 30 min \| Complimentary hotel transfer → check\-in 🌿 Afternoon at leisure Recommended: Kayaking or paddleboarding on the lake (self-paid, ¥180/person) ☀️ Sunbathe by the outdoor pool 🍽️ Dinner at the western restaurant 🌙 Night \| Fall asleep to the sound of wind and crickets in your bamboo forest loft cabin **DAY 2** **Nature, Play & Bamboo Relaxation** 🌅 Morning Stroll or hike through bamboo trails Visit the Cuddle Zoo & kids' playground (free entry) 🏊 Afternoon Swim in the outdoor pool Cool off indoors with a hands-on craft workshop (air-conditioned, self paid) 🌿 Evening Bamboo forest sauna + bubble bath pool – deep relaxation 🍷 Dinner at leisure ✨ A quiet night tucked in the woods **DAY 3** **Morning Ride & Slow Departure** 07:30 - 9:00 Fresh mountain air with breakfast 🚴 Morning 2-hour easy cycling through bamboo fields and countryside paths 📖 Late morning Check out by noon Relax in the forest library or take a final stroll through the Rose Garden 🚗 After 16:00 \| Hotel transfer to Deqing Station 🚄 17:23 – 18:43 \| Train C2404 back to Shanghai Hongqiao 💰 **3D2N Huttopia Glamping & Wooden Cabin Retreat Pricing** 🏕️ **Glamping Tent** * June: **RMB 1,390** * July – August: **RMB 1,390** * September: **RMB 1,390** 🌲 **King / Twin Room Wooden Cabin** * June: **RMB 1,790** * July – August: **RMB 2,490** * September: **RMB 2,290** 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 **Family Room Wooden Cabin** * June: **RMB 2,590** * July – August: **RMB 3,390** * September: **RMB 2,890** ✨ **Choose your stay:** 🏕️ Glamping Tent → Best value for nature lovers 🌲 King/Twin Cabin → Cozy private cabin for couples & friends 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Cabin → Spacious option for families or groups 📌 *Prices are per group for the 3 Days 2 Nights package.*

Walk, discover, and dance through time! Our curated Yuyuan Road Heritage Walk brings you face-to-face with Shanghai’s past, from hidden Jewish architecture to the former homes of its most influential figures. The adventure culminates with an elegant Afternoon Tea Dance, where you can waltz (or sip) just like they did in the 1930s. **Route Highlights** **🕵️‍♂️ Secrets of the Cultural Salon** Uncover the underground world of wartime espionage and political intrigue. Your guide will reveal tales of the city's most mysterious figures – from literary salons to hidden power struggles. **🥷 Spy Maze Alleys** Walk through the very same narrow back alleys used during the Chinese Civil War as secret特务 (spy) passageways. These labyrinthine lanes once hid shadowy operatives – now they whisper their untold stories to you. **💃 The Golden Age of Glamour** Relive the brilliant社交 (social) scene that defined old Shanghai – where businessmen, courtesans, and celebrities mingled in an intoxicating world of elegance, music, and desire. **🎷 Paramount Ballroom with Afternoon Tea Dance (Optional)– Art Deco Icon** Step inside the legendary **"No. 1 Dance Hall of the Far East."** Marvel at the original 1930s Art Deco interiors – sleek lines, mirrored walls, and chandeliers that once lit the faces of Shanghai's elite. Sip fine Chinese tea, listen to live swing and waltz melodies, and if you wish, take a partner and dance like it's 1933. **Time & Dates:** 13:00 - 17:00, Sunday, Jun 16th, 2026 **Group size: 6-16** people (This itinerary includes substantial historical content, making it more suitable for children aged 10 and up to understand) **Meeting Time&Point:** 12:50pm at Starbucks at Jiangsu Road Subway Station Line **Ending Point:** Paramount, 218 yuyuan road **Language:** Mandarin & English **Duration: Citywalk** 2 hours + Paramount Afternoon Tea Dance 1 hour (End the tour at around 5:00 PM) **Cost : 289rmb/person or 45USD** **What's included in the price:** ✔️ Professional Mandarin tour guide and English Interpreter service ✔️ Wireless Headphones with Microphone ✔️ Afternoon tea&snacks from Paramount ✔️ Organization fee **What's not included in the price:** ✖️ Paramount Ballroom Afternoon Tea dance 180rmb/person ✖️ Transportation cost ✖️ Tips for the guide ✖️ Your personal expense **Event Inquiry&Booking:** Telephone/WhatsAPP:0086 15001791355 Wechat: OKDealTravel Email: [contact@okdealtravelchina.com](mailto:contact@okdealtravelchina.com)

# **Saturday, June 20, 2026** **Beginners’ Session 1:30 to 2:00 PM** **Dancing 2:00 to 4:30 PM** **Band: Gem City Revelers** **Caller: David Mould** **You are invited to join us for dinner at Olive and Lime (in the church’s back parking lot) after the dance.** **Location: First Unitarian Universalist Church, 93 W. Weisheimer Road, Columbus, OH 43214.** **Cost is $10 for adults, $5 ages 12-25.** **New to dancing? A beginners’ session, from 1:30 to 2:00 PM, will get you started. You will learn some basic figures that will be repeated in the afternoon’s dances. All dances will be taught and no partner is needed. Dancing is from 2:00 to 4:30 PM.** **Please bring your own refillable water bottle.** **All Soles Dance upcoming dance dates are, as follows:** **July 25, 2026–Summer Potluck and Dance** **No August Dance** **September 26, 2026** **October 17, 2026** **November 21, 2026** **December 19, 2026** **Visit our website at: https://firstuucolumbus.org/connection/all-soles/**

We'll meet at The Capital One Café, 167 Easton Town Center, Space A-103. This is in the main mall where the Microsoft store used to be, on your left if you're standing at the bottom of the AMC Theater escalator. Join us on Saturday for an hour of uninterrupted wordmaking! • What we'll do Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 10AM on Saturday mornings. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. SCHEDULE: 10:00 - SESSION 1: quick intros. 10:10 - timer starts: write for 1 hour. 11:10 - chat / take off / keep writing. OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens at 11A-11:30ish. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. BEING LATE IS OKAY: just show up and get settled, then check-in with me after the session. (I’ll be the person with the Shut Up & Write! sign.) If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you! • What to bring Whatever you need to be able to write! Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block noise or the occasional conversation by other patrons. Electrical outlets are limited, so charge your devices before whenever possible. See you at The Café on Saturday!

The Alliance is part of the Greater Central Ohio Chapter of the Barbershop Harmony Society. We are an all-voices chorus dedicated to providing an inclusive environment for all those who love to sing, regardless of their race, gender identity, sexual orientation or musical background. The Alliance is the first and only all-voices barbershop chorus in Central Ohio. **Who:** Anyone with a passion for singing at a high level. Previous barbershop chorus/quartet experience not required. **When:** The Alliance rehearses weekly on Thursdays from 7pm-10pm. **Where:** Lord Of Life Lutheran Church: 2480 W Dublin Granville Rd, Columbus, OH 43235 To become a full member of The Alliance, we welcome you to start by visiting us for a few rehearsals to experience the group and sing with us! Then, you may begin the 2-part audition process for membership: the assessement, and audition. We strive to make our auditions as stress-free as possible to help you let your best singing self shine.

Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 7:00pm on Wednesday, February 11 at Streetlight Guild. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. **SCHEDULE:** 6:45ish - Quick introductions 7:00 - Timer starts: write for 1 hour 8:00 - The End **OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING** happens before and after the writing hour. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. **BEING LATE IS OKAY:** just show up and get settled! If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing & I look forward to seeing you at Streetlight Guild! **WHAT SHOULD I BRING?** Whatever you need to be able to write! You're welcome to bring earplugs/headphones if noise will bother you! **OTHER IMPORTANT DETAILS:** * **RSVP:** Please RSVP by 6:00pm the evening of the meeting. This helps me know how many to expect, and if we'll need additional space! * **COVID:** While masks are not required, please be mindful of the other writers around you and their comfort levels. * **WIFI/OUTLETS:** Outlets are limited, so please ensure your devices are charged when you come! But Streetlight Guild does have free WiFi! Yay! * **PARKING:** There is free public parking at Streetlight Guild.