Houdini
Meet other local users and enthusiasts of Houdini, the award-winning 3D computer effects package from Side Effects Software, Inc.
Houdini is used in many motion pictures including Transformers, The Golden Compass, Spiderman, and The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor.
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Movie screening - Stranger and the Fog - (with Eng sub)
1975 , Drama, Mystery, 146 min.
In a remote seaside village, the peaceful lives of the residents are upended when they spot a mysterious boat drifting toward the shore. Upon pulling it in, they find a weary and wounded stranger named Ayat, who has no memory of how he got there. He only recalls being attacked and barely escaping with his life. As Ayat tries to rebuild his sense of self and uncover the truth about his past, he becomes a source of curiosity and suspicion in the community.
Starts at 7pm
**Fees: FREE**
Whatsapp booking: 4449 0049
**(All info will be kept confidential)**
Venue: 903, 44-46 Bonham Strand West, Sheung Wan (MTR EXIT A2, 8 mins walk)
2026 🎉🎆 🆕 YEAR Social early dinner 🎁🥳(Yummy Beijing cuisine特色北京菜)confirmed
social early dinner, celebrating 2026 new year here! make a great wishes and have a goody start!! ⭐⭐
Enjoy beijing authentic & yummy foodies! traditional beijings foods + few Shanghai foods,
little game & a short session for sharing NY plans/ travels/jobs.
We are looking forward to a happy group, meeting new faces, good chats for New Year, and confirm number of people to join, dinner desposit is needed.
Please deposit $100 before 11pm tonight. PayMe/ FPS/AlipayHK/Wechat is okay. Please send me the receipt after the transfer.
If it's too rush for u or you have some personal concern about online transfer $, pls text me, no problem, will handle it 🙏🏻
Thanks for your understanding and efforts.
5:00 pm New Years Day Kung Fu Class!
**Total beginners** **welcome so come try!** A whole new movement, fitness & self defense cultural activity **outdoors!** Structured progressive practices for **Strength**, **Flexibility, Coordination, Balance** & **Self Defense** skills in a fun friendly group environment! Totally NOT what you expect, **serious cardio**, **whole body movement** & **practical!** You will really be surprised by what WE do but even more by what YOU can do! Nothing like what you imagine about Kung Fu, No screaming, No rigidness, No mysticism & No getting hit… but YES, definitely a fun workout with great people!
**Curious?** To get an ideal of what class is like, hear instructor & hear student testimonials go to: [https://www.instagram.com/natural.style.kungfu](instagram.com/natural.style.kungfu)
**FEE:** 1st time TRIAL fee only $100 HKD. Please RSVP here or Whatsapp me. Non-Resident $150 HKD. After trial 10 class package is $1500 HKD or $200 HKD single class.
**WEAR:** Workout clothing, sports shoes & bring bottle of water!
**WHEN:** Thursday 5pm sharp NEW people. Please be on time, warm up very important for your 1st class!
**WHERE:** Inside Kowloon Park. Meet at McDonalds across from Indoor Swimming Pool entrance, next to Sports Center. MTR: Tsim Sha Tsui, Jordan, or Austin. Link below: [Kowloon Park Swimming Pool](https://maps.apple.com/?address=22%20Austin%20Rd,%20Tsim%20Sha%20Tsui,%20Kowloon,%20Hong%20Kong%20SAR,%20China&auid=15054175802527892571&ll=22.301815,114.170365&lsp=9902&q=Kowloon%20Park%20Swimming%20Pool&_ext=CjIKBAgEEAUKBAgFEAMKBQgGEKcBCgQIChAACgQIUhADCgQIVRAQCgQIWRADCgUIpAEQARIkKSODum0jNjZAMWByPQiohFxAORGqqD1gZDZAQaw+9nwmkVxA&t=m)
**WHY:** Out of shape? Gym BORING? Incredible friendly community? More? You want to exercise & have fun building strength, flexibility, coordination & self-defense skills while cultivating patience, focus, confidence & yes… discipline!
**HOW:** To get in touch with me, Whatsapp .9420.0360. or email through Meetup. For more info about my art, please visit NaturalStyleKungfu.com.
**\- Book a Private 1\-on\-1 Kungfu Class\!** Learn at your own pace & prepare for later group classes, choose the day & time suitable to you! Private Class in Kowloon Park: 1.5 Hours $500, other locations $900 **-**
食餐飯 輕鬆認識其他單身朋友 Make friends by having dinners looking for love
食餐飯 輕鬆認識其他單身朋友 Make friends by having dinners looking for love
點解要參加神秘飯局?
· 認識朋友 / 戀愛對象: 輕鬆用1.5小時認識 3-5位新朋友 / 潛在伴侶
· 擴闊視野: 試下新餐廳,認識各行各業嘅參加者(Youtuber,空姐,放射師...真係咩人都有)
如果你都想認識新朋友但…..
· 有諗過參加speed dating 但係怕太chur/太貴
· 純粹想輕鬆傾下計 未必想同一大班陌生人玩游戲
· 玩交友app心很累 傾左一輪都都未約到出黎見面
我哋係全港首個冇主持嘅「神秘飯局」社群,主打輕鬆食餐飯去認識朋友 推出幾個月已經有500名參加者報名喇 ✨ 即刻加入了解更多
📍 持有效商業登記
睇下飯局: [官方網站](https://dine-first.com/app)
Instagram: [@dinefirst.hk](https://www.instagram.com/dinefirst.hk)
Telegram: [神秘飯局 Telegram](https://t.me/dinefirsthk)
用一餐飯的時間,認識3-5個朋友 / 戀愛對象,今日就約飯先!
如有任何疑問 歡迎whatsapp 9815 2970聯絡我們
Vibration x BellyFit 美型律動
LSS Smart Fitness 律動班系列
Wanchai/Jordon
$80/ 30-45min class ($200 /4-class)
$100/ 1-hr class ($240 /4-class)
**(No classes from May 10-19th)**
Vibration x MFR 療癒律動 (Tue)
(Relax, Muscle release & Facial massage)
Vibration Fitness (Stretch & Strength) 健體律動 (Wed)
Vibration x BellyFit 美型律動 (Thu)
(Body Shape-up with Bellydance Technique Drills)
Vibration x Yoga 律動瑜伽 (Fri/Sun)
(Yoga Asana in vibration setting)
30-45 min per session.
每節課約 30-45 min
https://eshop.cosway.com.hk/
First time FREE trial with any Cosway purchase receipt under introducer code : HK370579
憑任何以 HK370579 作介紹人的 Cosway (網購或門市)購物收據,可免費試上律動班系列一節
食餐飯 輕鬆認識不同行業的專業人士/ 高收入人士 Dinners with professionals (Networking/ Making Friends)
食餐飯 輕鬆認識不同行業的專業人士/ 高收入人士 Make friends by having dinners with professionals and high income individuals
點解要參加神秘飯局?
· 認識朋友 / 戀愛對象: 輕鬆用1.5小時認識 3-5位新朋友 / 潛在伴侶
· 擴闊視野: 試下新餐廳,認識各行各業嘅參加者(Youtuber,空姐,放射師...真係咩人都有)
如果你都想認識新朋友但…..
· 有諗過參加speed dating 但係怕太chur/太貴
· 純粹想輕鬆傾下計 未必想同一大班陌生人玩游戲
· 玩交友app心很累 傾左一輪都都未約到出黎見面
我哋係全港首個冇主持嘅「神秘飯局」社群,主打輕鬆食餐飯去認識朋友 推出幾個月已經有500名參加者報名喇 ✨ 即刻加入了解更多
📍 持有效商業登記
睇下飯局: [官方網站](https://dine-first.com/app)
Instagram: [@dinefirst.hk](https://www.instagram.com/dinefirst.hk)
Telegram: [神秘飯局 Telegram](https://t.me/dinefirsthk)
用一餐飯的時間,認識3-5個朋友 / 戀愛對象,今日就約飯先!
如有任何疑問 歡迎whatsapp 9815 2970聯絡我們
Zumba Dance Fitness
Dee Dream Life Special November Discount Package
- HKD888 for 10 classes
- Expiry 31 January 2024
- Not refundable
- No sharing with others
- Purchase anytime until 30 November
- Unlimited purchases per person
November Referral Bonus
- Bring A New Member
- New Member First Trial HKD88
- When New Member Purchases First Package, You Get 1 Free Bonus Class
WhatsApp 63344266 to register
Dee Dream Life
1 Lyndhurst Terrace, Central
14/F, 1401
Our signature class that makes this the top rated Zumba class in HK according to Sassy Hong Kong for many years! Dance to amazing fun rhythms including Latin, Hip Hop. Pop, Funk, Bollywood and more while dripping in sweat and feeling fantastic! Lose weight, burn calories and raise your vibrations with this super uplifting class! Enjoy yourself and feel completely refreshed and energised after a workout!
Easy to follow with repetitive moves, no need to memorise steps and open to all levels including complete beginners to dance and fitness :)
At night, we dance to disco lights making this class the party you need to loosen up after a long day at work! Come and enjoy music, movement and fitness like you have never before!
Houdini Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
Kung Fu: Strength, Flexibility, Coordination & Balance!
**Total beginners** **welcome!** A whole new movement, fitness & self defense cultural activity **outdoors!** Structured progressive practices for **Strength**, **Flexibility,** **Coordination** & **Self Defense** skills in a fun group environment! Totally NOT what you expect, **serious cardio**, **whole body movement** & **practical!** You will really be surprised by what WE do but even more by what YOU can do! Nothing like what you imagine about Kung Fu, No screaming, No rigidness, No mysticism & No getting hit… but YES, definitely a fun workout with great people!
**Curious?** To get an ideal of what class is like, hear instructor & hear student testimonials go to [https://www.instagram.com/natural.style.kungfu](https://www.instagram.com/natural.style.kungfu)
**FEE:** 1st time TRIAL fee of 100 HKD. Please RSVP here or Whatsapp me. Non-Resident 150 HKD. After trial 10 class package is $1500 HKD or $200 HKD single class.
**WEAR:** Workout clothing, sports shoes & bring bottle of water!
**WHEN:** Sunday 5:45 pm NEW people, 6 pm students. Please be on time, warm up very important for your 1st class!
**WHERE:** Inside Kowloon Park. Meet at McDonalds across from Indoor Swimming Pool entrance, next to Sports Center. MTR: Tsim Sha Tsui, Jordan, or Austin. Link below:
[Kowloon Park Swimming Pool](https://maps.apple.com/?address=22%20Austin%20Rd,%20Tsim%20Sha%20Tsui,%20Kowloon,%20Hong%20Kong%20SAR,%20China&auid=15054175802527892571&ll=22.301815,114.170365&lsp=9902&q=Kowloon%20Park%20Swimming%20Pool&_ext=CjIKBAgEEAUKBAgFEAMKBQgGEKcBCgQIChAACgQIUhADCgQIVRAQCgQIWRADCgUIpAEQARIkKSODum0jNjZAMWByPQiohFxAORGqqD1gZDZAQaw+9nwmkVxA&t=m)
**WHY:** Out of shape? Gym BORING? More? You want to exercise & have fun building strength, flexibility, coordination & self-defense skills while cultivating patience, focus, confidence & yes… discipline!
**HOW:** To get in touch with me, Whatsapp .9420.0360. or email through Meetup. For more info about my art, please visit NaturalStyleKungfu.com.
**\- Book a Private 1\-on\-1 Kungfu Class\!** Learn at your own pace & prepare for later group classes, choose the day & time suitable to you! Private Class in Kowloon Park: 1.5 Hours $500, other locations $900 **-**
Dinner Meetups in Hong Kong - Dinner with Strangers
**Please make your reservation on [dayofus.com.](http://dayofus.com./) This is a paid event. The price is HK$88 per reservation.**
DayOfUs brings strangers together for unforgettable dinners. Every week, we curate group dining experiences at great local restaurants — you + five new faces. No awkward planning, no group chats that go nowhere — just good food, good vibes, and conversations that matter.
### **Here’s how it works:**
1. **Take our quick quiz** in the DayOfUs app to share your preferences.
2. **We match you** with a group of like-minded people.
3. **We book the restaurant** — you simply show up and enjoy.
4. **You leave with new friends** (and maybe a new favorite restaurant).
✨ **Not a dating app** – we’re all about human connection and building friendships.
### **Why Join Us?**
* **Effortless** – We handle all the planning.
* **Fresh every week** – New people, new restaurants.
* **Personality-based matching** – Not just random pairings.
* **Local & traveler friendly** – Whether you’re new in town or just looking to meet more people.
**📅 This listing is for awareness only — bookings are made through our app or website.**
✅ **Join today and get 10% off your first dinner** with code: **MEETUP10**
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Your registration does not include your individual food and drink purchases. You will pay for your own order.
**Note: The RSVPs here on meetup.com does not reflect actual attendance. Guests will book directly on dayofus.com**
## **FAQ**
**Do I pay here on Meetup?** No — we don’t take bookings here. Please sign up through our app or website to join a dinner.
**Is this a dating event?** Nope! Our focus is on genuine friendships and expanding your social circle.
**Do I need to come every week?** Not at all. You join whenever you’re free and feel like meeting new people.
**Refund Policy** Refunds are available when you cancel at least 48 hours before your scheduled dinner (handled through the app).
Chinese Sword Dance 中國劍舞
*🗡️ Discover the Art of Chinese Sword Dance! 🩰*
*Beginner’s Class – No Experience Needed*
Step into the graceful world of Chinese Sword Dance, where tradition meets movement. In this beginner-friendly class, you’ll learn:
✨ Fundamentals of Chinese Sword techniques in a dance-inspired style
✨ Basic Chinese dance movements to enhance coordination and flow
✨ Strength and flexibility training for arms, wrists, and fingers
✨ Footwork that tones and strengthens your legs
✨ A full-body workout that blends elegance with power
The sword adds gentle resistance, turning each movement into a dynamic fitness experience. Whether you're exploring a new cultural art form or seeking a graceful way to stay active, this class is for you!
📍 *Location:* South Horizons Community Centre – 1F Activities Room
🕒 *Time:* Tuesdays or Sundays, 6–7pm
📅 *Date:* RSVP
💰 Fee : 150/hr
💬 *Contact:* WhatsApp 6523 0389
*Unleash your inner warrior with elegance and flow. Join us today!*
Injera Night | Ethiopian/Eritrean Friday Dining Series
Injera Night is a social event where people bond over African cuisine and create new memories.
Please note, this event will alternate between vegetarian and non-vegetarian dishes biweekly.
Eating Ethiopian/Eritrean food has always been a social event. It is a shared experience that includes everyone around the table and creates a communal feeling for all those involved. In addition to its flavourful dishes, stews, and spices, the cuisines also feature a strong culture around how food is served and shared with friends and family. Above all, eating injera with your hands and feeling its texture by itself is a lot of fun! In this time where people value meaningful connections, Africa Center Hong Kong will be here to provide you this unique dining experience with friends and family. One where the eating experience goes beyond the food to encompass the community. Be sure to join us for this novel experience!
Stay connected with us on Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/africacenterhk/](https://www.instagram.com/africacenterhk/ "https://www.instagram.com/africacenterhk/")
Contact us for more info: [9260 6185](https://wa.me/85292606185 "https://wa.me/85292606185")
星期六下午電影放映 - Center Stage 阮玲玉 - (中文字幕)
# **阮玲玉 (1991)** 155分鐘
十六歲入行的阮玲玉(張曼玉 飾)1929年進入聯華影片公司後,出演了許多嚴肅影片。同時,阮玲玉厭倦了幼稚的賭鬼男友張達民(吳啟華 飾),傾心於成熟的已婚富商唐季珊(秦漢 飾)。張達民起訴阮唐通姦,記者的圍堵對阮玲玉造成了巨大的精神壓力。在最光輝燦爛的二十五歲,阮玲玉自殺身亡…
Starts at 2pm
**主持: Lina Yang,**
HKU, MALCS (Master of Arts in the field of Literary and Cultural Studies)
香港大學文學與文化研究碩士(電影/銀幕研究)
**Fees費用: PAY AS YOU WISH 自由捐獻**
Whatsapp booking: 4449 0049
**(All info will be kept confidential)**
Venue: 903, 44-46 Bonham Strand West, Sheung Wan (MTR EXIT A2, 8 mins walk)
地址: 上環文咸西街44-46號903室
F.E.M. (Female Empowerment & Movement) with Cyrl @ Dee Dream Life
Get a great workout with a sweat-dripping dance cardio class combined with high-intensity interval training HIIT! Feel your heart rate pumping, while you jam to the beats and see yourself groove to fitness! Leave the class feeling super energised, challenged yet relaxed from a liberating dance fitness experience!
WhatsApp 63344266 to book
Prepayment required to secure booking
www.deedreamlife.com/pricing-packages for fee info
Download Dee Dream Life App for more info
The Magic of Light
"Light makes photography. Embrace light. Admire it. Love it. But above all, know light. Know it for all you are worth, and you will know the key to photography." - **George Eastman**.
Photography is painting with the light, say great photography masters.
In this outing the focus would be on seeing the light in it’s different shades, colours and directions as we practice learning how to capture light as a subject, and how it impacts and transforms the images.
You are encouraged to do some research on this theme and interpret this subject as per your liking and intent.
Meanwhile, besides some photos in this event’s album on the theme, here are some interesting and useful youtube videos to get you started:
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IdVwZb5Iofw](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IdVwZb5Iofw)
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bUg0Y5uX558](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bUg0Y5uX558)
**Meeting Place and Time:**
**In front of Clock Tower at TST Star Ferry, 3pm**
We will meet in front of the Clock Tower at TST Star Ferry, 3pm, move around in small groups for taking pictures, then regroup for a drink, socialising and photo sharing 4.30pm onwards at **Delaney’s** **(Basement, Mary Building, 71- 77 Peking Road, TST**, this Irish pub is located just opposite the landmark building Chungking Mansions).
**IMPORTANT:**
Please sign up only if you are coming, those not showing up 2x in a row would be taken off the group list while active members would be given a preference over long inactive members, the last minute habitual dropouts and no-shows.
Post **YOUR BEST FIVE IMAGES** only after the outing on the meetup site on this event's page.
**FINALLY:** For every image you post, please comment on at least one other image, no matter if you think you are qualified to comment or not. You can always give some constructive comments with regard to Colour, Tone, Light, Action, Pattern, Balance, Composition, Visual and Emotional appeal of the image/s. This group is about sharing and learning from each other.
Houdini Events Near You
Connect with your local Houdini community
COUNT RMH Housewarmer Volunteering (Ronald McDonald House)
Some trained COUNT volunteers work together once a month at RMH (http://www.rmhc-centralohio.org/volunteer.php) as Housewarmers (usually on the 1st Sunday from 1 – 5 PM). Some schedule other shifts at their convenience. You may try this out with less fuss by following a "Fast track" or go through the normal process.
Fast track
• Arrange a time to shadow a COUNT volunteer. Call Dave Nohle at 614-268-9558 (cell).
• Show up and try it out.
• Complete application, etc. later.
Normal process
• Complete an online application (http://rmhc-centralohio.org/volunteer/).
• Attend orientation in advance.
• At orientation you will complete forms agreeing to keep family/patient info private and allowing a background check and tour the facility.
• Complete one training shift. Daily shifts are: morning 9 AM - 1 PM, afternoon 1 - 5 PM and evening 5 - 9 PM.
• Schedule shifts online using the on the RMH scheduling system (http://www.volgistics.com/ex/portal.dll/?FROM=32895).
The Ronald McDonald House (RMH) provides housing and meals for families with sick children. The Columbus RMH is the largest in the world with 137 rooms. COUNT has been volunteering there since May 2014.
Housewarmers work with RMH guests to provide a home-like environment - greet, assist with family needs, answer phones, give tours, assist with checkin/checkout, prepare guest rooms after checkout, clean facility, laundry, restock supplies and staff the front desk. RMH Housewarmers volunteer at least one four-hour shift a month. All Housewarmers must complete an application and agree to a background check before they can be full fledged volunteers.
Psychic Development Series II - Pueo Group
Private Group. Closed to the Public
Knowing ourselves and understanding our abilities is the first step toward wielding our gifts with control and accuracy.
In subsequent classes we will verify and hone our talents with activities and discussion. These are hands-on workshops and participation is expected.
The goal of our series will be to develop expertise in areas of particular interest such as mediumship, channeling, divination, healing and, etc.. Our ultimate directions will be determined by class members as we evolve.
I look forward to sharing and discovering with you. - Cynthia
Friday Happy hour for the over 50 crowd at Dublin’s Pint House
**Come anytime during 4-8. Stay as long as you want. No set time***
It’s a chance to meet people in our age group regardless if you’re in your fifties, sixties or seventies! Retired or still working.
Oscar Watch International: THE SECRET AGENT at the Gateway Film Center!
Join us as we get the New Year started with one of the best films of the year: THE SECRET AGENT! This political thriller from Brazil is set in 1977 where a man flees from a mysterious past and returns to his hometown but soon finds the city is far from being the refuge he seeks. Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event:
DESCRIPTION: In 1977, a former professor flees from a mysterious past and returns to his hometown of Recife in search of peace. He soon realizes that the city is far from being the refuge he seeks. The film stars Wagner Moura, Carlos Francisco, Tânia Maria, Robério Diógenes, Maria Fernanda Cândido, Gabriel Leone and Udo Kier in his final film role.
TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9UfrzDKrhEc
BUZZ & ACCLAIM: The Secret Agent was the most awarded film at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival where it won Best Actor for Wagner Moura, Best Director for Mendonça Filho, the Art House Cinema Award and the FIPRESCI Prize. At this year’s Golden Globes, it became Brazil’s first film ever to be nominated for Best Film (Drama)! It also received a Golden Globe nomination for Best Foreign Film, a Best Actor nomination for Wagner Moura and was selected as Brazil’s entry for Best International Film at this year’s Academy Awards. The film is receiving an incredible 99% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes where critics say, its “compelling script, impeccable acting, and striking 1970s aesthetic” make it “impossible to look away!” Critics say The Secret Agent is “one of the few standout movies of the year” and the Chicago Tribune calls it a “masterpiece of a film” and “the best film of the year!”
PARKING: Close, convenient parking is available in the nearby garage (located between 9th and 11th, just off High St). Bring your ticket with you and have it validated at the theater and for $2, you’re covered for the night!
PLAN: Details for this event have been confirmed! A bit of a good news/bad news situation with the showtime. I was afraid it may disappear before we got a chance to see it! Its down to one showing at one theater. Showtime is a little early but if you can make it work, I think it’ll be worth our while! Please purchase your ticket for the 4:45pm showing at we’ll meet in the upstairs lobby between 4:25 and 4:35pm! At this time, tickets available via the Gateway website only! Advance purchase is advised! Once you have yours please list your seat number in the Comments below.
Happy New Year and look forward to seeing you there, Dan
2026 Kick-Off: SONG SUNG BLUE or ANACONDA at Lennox Phoenix Theater!
Join us as we kick the New Year with a fun Happy Hour and your choice of two fun, new films! Option 1 is the biographical-musical-docu-drama, SONG SUNG BLUE, which stars Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson in the story about a real-life couple and Neil Diamond Tribute Duo. Option 2 is the comedy-action-adventure ACACONDA, which stars Jack Black and Paul Rudd as part of a group of friends remaking a favorite movie from their youth. Here’s a complete description, trailer and our plan for this event:
SONG SUNG BLUE: The film follows Lightning and Thunder, a Milwaukee husband and wife Neil Diamond tribute act, who experience success and heartbreak in their musical journey together. Not a tribute to Neil Diamond, but a tribute to a Neil Diamond Tribute Band! The film is based on the 2008 documentary of the same name and is directed by Craig Brewer. It stars Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson, along with Michael Imperioli, Ella Anderson, King Princess, Mustafa Shakir, Hudson Hensley, Fisher Stevens and Jim Belushi. Critics call the film, “a crowd-pleaser with a ton of heart!” TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GCM0Ztp3o1o
ANACONDA: In this action-thriller-comedy-adventure, a group of friends going through a mid-life crisis head to the jungle to remake a favorite movie from their youth but encounter “unexpected events.” The film is directed by Tom Gormican and stars Jack Black, Paul Rudd, Selton Mello, Daniela Melchior, Thandiwe Newton and Steve Zahn. The film is a reimagining of the 1997 original. TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TMsFsfrPNaw
PLAN: PLAN: Here’s the plan:
For those seeing ANACONDA, please purchase your ticket for the 5:15pm showing and meet inside the theater lobby between 5:00 and 5:10pm! Advance ticket purchase advised. Once you have yours, please list your movie of choice and seat number in the Comments section of this event. For the pre-show Happy Hour, we’re going early-early and will meet in the Bar Area at nearby BRAVO at 4:00pm. We’ll head over to the theater by 5pm. If you can, cash makes for a quick exit!
For those seeing SONG SUNG BLUE, please purchase your ticket for the 6:30pm showing and meet in the theater lobby between 6:10 and 6:20pm! Advance ticket purchase advised. Once you have yours, please list your movie of choice and seat number in the Comments section of this event. For the pre-show Happy Hour, we’ll meet inside the Bar Area at nearby BRAVO at 5:00pm! We’ll head over to the theater around 6pm. If you can, cash makes for a quick exit!
Look forward to seeing you there, Dan
Monthly Meeting (An Evening with DXO Labs (NIK Collection)
Okay, you (at least some of you) asked for it — here it is...
**"An Evening with DXO Labs (NIK Collection 8)"**
For many, many years, the NIK Collection of photo editing tools has been the coveted add-on of choice for many photographers. To know the story of the NIK Collection is to know happiness, angst, celebration, and innovation. But more of that at the meeting!
I will spend a couple of hours going through the most useful tools in the NIK Collection and showing how I use them in my editing workflow. If you aspire to elevate your editing skills and produce better-edited images, this set of tools is worth a look!
Meeting Schedule:
1. 6:00 - Introduction, Meet New Members
2. 6:10 - Old Business
3. 6:20 - New Business
4. 6:30 - Pre-Shoot Briefing/Education
5. 7:15 - Break
6. 7:30 - Image Critique
7. 8:00 - Adjourn
Pre-Shoot Brief/Education:
NIK Collection 8
Image Critique:
Previous Photoshoot Images (iPhone images and Christmas Cards). If anyone has images they would like critiqued, please provide them at the beginning of the meeting.
Providing Images for Critique:
For now, I will collect images at the beginning of the meeting on a USB memory stick. My computer has USB-C ports, so a USB-C memory stick or one with dual (USB-C / USB-A) ports will be needed.
Images should follow these format rules:
JPG - 80% quality or higher
132 dpi resolution
2048 pixels across the long edge
Embedded colorspace - sRGB
Contra dance with Big Scioty on Jan 3 - First Congregational Church
**Caller: Gaye Fifer**
**Band: Hot Coffee Breakdown**
**Big Scioty Contra Dance**
**temporarily returning to our long ago location for Jan-March - First Congregational Church, 444 E. Broad St., Columbus 43215**
WHAT IS CONTRA DANCING? Picture the Grand Ball scenes like you’ve seen in period films such as “Pride and Prejudice”, where the dancers are lined up in long lines, across from each other. That’s English Country Dancing, the predecessor of contra dancing. Now, add moves like “swing your partner” and “do-si-do,” like you’ve seen in square dancing. Set it to fabulous, high energy, live music with fiddles, guitars, percussion and more, alá “Riverdance.” Finally, set the whole scene down in the middle of Woodstock, with a hip, groovy atmosphere, a bit of tie-dye, and hints of counter-culture attitude. THAT’s Contra Dancing!
Wear cool and comfortable clothes (you will get warm) and clean shoes that won't mark up our nice wood floor.
Be sure to come for the beginner's lesson from 7:30 - 8:00, followed by dancing 8:00 - 10:30. All dances are taught; we will help you learn! Beginners always welcome, no need to bring a partner.
Cost is $10.00 adults, $5.00 ages 12-26. Under 12 free. Free parking in church lot.
For more information contact me or check out our website: [www.bigscioty.com](http://www.bigscioty.com/)
Please bring your own refillable water bottle. Snacks to share are always welcome!




















