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Tired of having a great idea but no one to build it with? 🤔Or have skills but no project to apply them to? 🤔This group connects aspiring entrepreneurs, developers, designers, and marketers to form founding teams. We're here to move from ideas to execution through structured networking, skill-sharing, and collaborative events. Let's find your cofounder and build the future together.💪💪 *No sales or promotion of Multi-Level Marketing (MLM), Pyramid schemes, Crypto investment, Body Mind Spirit course, Life coaching, or Insurance* 🙏🏻 Fee: $30 (Snack and Drinks) Help us get to know you better! Fill out our form to stay in the loop for all our event updates: [Member sign-up form](https://forms.gle/xakhnYZMDFB8C9C87)

We welcome everyone to join our public meet-up, talk to Bitcoiners, install a bitcoin or lightning wallet, send and receive some sats(Satoshi, the smallest unit of a whole bitcoin). People in the meet-up accepts bitcoin and lightning, like in a Bitcoin flea market. Totally free, BAHK public meet-up is the best place for HK people to start their Bitcoin journey. Do spread the word among your contacts! Register at: [https://lu.ma/bitcoinorghk](https://lu.ma/bitcoinorghk) Don't forget to see telegram announcement [https://t.me/+bHO3lGRgyYxlNmFl](https://t.me/+bHO3lGRgyYxlNmFl) \*Welcome to split bills with Bitcoin or Lightning

Join us for a fun and fitness-focused doubles badminton session at Kowloon (TST) Badminton Meetup. Whether you're a beginner looking to improve your skills or a seasoned player seeking some friendly competition, this event is perfect for everyone. Our meetups are designed to combine exercise and recreational sports in a social and engaging environment. Don't worry if you're new to the sport, as our sessions are coached to help you enhance your badminton techniques while having a great time with fellow sports enthusiasts. Meet new friends, improve your game, and stay active on Sunday mornings with us. Come down to the court, unleash your competitive spirit, and enjoy a morning of exciting badminton matches interspersed with friendly banter and sports socials. Cancellation details: The cancellation deadline is 48 hours prior to the start time of the game for weekdays and Wednesday for weekend games. No show or drop out without payment or delayed payment results in a permanent ban. WhatsApp the organizer at 57197742 to confirm your spot. Thanks [https://wa.me/85257197742?text=Join%20sports](https://wa.me/85257197742?text=Join%20sports) We don't count RSVP for attendance; WhatsApp reservations only. Address- Lockhart Road Sports Centre - Arena, 10/F, Lockhart Road Municipal Services Building, 225 Hennessy Road, Wan Chai, HK Time - 7:00 pm Event fees - 60$ per person Join our badminton WhatsApp group for future event updates. WhatsApp me at 5 7 1 9 7 7 4 2 to join https://wa.me/85257197742?text=Join%20badminton%20group

Reading with Friends is Fun! Join us after work for a relaxing evening of silent reading. The perfect opportunity to unwind, immerse ourselves in our favourite books, and enjoy the company of fellow book lovers. We kindly ask everyone to buy at least one drink to support the venue. Schedule 19:00 -19:15: Say hi and briefly share something about the books we are going to read 19:15 - 20:00: Silent reading time 20:00 - 20:30: After reading chat • If you're late, please join the silent reading session first. We can catch up when the session's over. :) • We’ll be upstairs, you can identify the group by spotting people with books 📕 PS: If there's a last-minute change of venue due to unforeseen circumstances, the most updated information will be posted in the event's comment section. PS2 I’m introducing a new RSVP rule for our bookclub due to recent last minute cancellations: If you change your RSVP to "No" less than 24 hours before the event or do not show up on the day, you won’t be allowed to join the next one. Of course if you have a valid reason, DM me. Looking forward to a lovely night of reading.

Welcome to all levels. For the beginners, I will teach you some basic skills and demonstrate and you'll pick up easily. Practice makes perfect! We will practice the club S, 5 and fairway wood 3, 5 and the driver. Looking forward to see you and let's have fun. Sportswear is fine. The equipment and balls will be provided at the driving range. ★★PLEASE let me know through Whatsapp or Calling before u sign up or RSPV and my HK number is 93798380. Otherwise, the chance of attendance will be passed to the one who did say hi to me first. Lastly, remember to let me know 24 HOURS before the Meetup if you will be late or can't attend. Otherwise, the one who absent without notice would be blacklisted and not welcome to join this Meetup anymore. Cheers, Terry Wong

🧧年廿八遊年宵活動🧧 
《多才多藝大組》活動 
[1502 年廿八團年飯遊年宵活動]🧧🍽️ 
日期：2月15日(日/年廿八) 
時間：1900 地點：cwb天天/維園 費用：約$500以下 Host：CC 
⭐️節目行程內容⭐️
(Part A.天天海南雞團年飯）🍽️
時間：1900-2115
消費：大約$350
訂位：4人以上 event fee：每位$10 
(Part B.遊維園年宵花市)
時間：2130-2300
消費：自定消費力 
⚠️溫馨提示：～
1.歡迎成員邀請朋友參加
2.參加活動成員，必須要留whatsapp號碼聯絡，否則一律轉為waiting list;
不歡迎臨時消失飛機友，當成員參加活動組後，要缺席必須要2天前通知，方便host向餐廳更正人數，請自動自覺退組，在meetup轉“not-going。
3.若發現成員經常性臨時飛機友，會列入黑名單，望成員尊重自己，尊重本組活動。 {參考資料} 天天海南雞飯 (銅鑼灣) 網上訂座享特別優惠兼賺Rice Dollars 網址: https://s.openrice.com/QrbS0KPy400~uAyTUAw 地址: 香港銅鑼灣京士頓街9號Fashion Walk地下H2號舖 電話: +852 31082181 維園花市年宵： https://hk.ulifestyle.com.hk/activity/detail/20086958?utm_source=app_share&utm_medium=share ==========================

💡Recovery is not just about healing what’s broken — it’s about remembering your power to restore wholeness. 🚀Recovery is more than a process of fixing symptoms — it is a conscious journey of reclaiming balance, self-trust, and inner strength. In this inspiring MOTIVATE Community Sunday session, Manifesting Recovery, Karina Lemire shares a grounded yet empowering perspective on how mindset, intention, and emotional alignment support genuine healing. 🌱This session explores how recovery becomes possible when we shift from struggle into self-connection, from fear into awareness, and from survival into growth. Through reflection, lived insight, and practical guidance, participants will learn how to work with their inner world to support physical, emotional, and mental recovery. Whether you are navigating personal healing, supporting others, or simply seeking deeper resilience, this conversation offers tools to restore clarity, confidence, and a renewed sense of agency on your healing path. 📅You’re warmly invited to join MOTIVATE Community on Sunday, **February 15, 2026**, for **Manifesting Recovery** with **Karina Lemire**, as we explore how conscious intention and inner alignment support true healing. 🎯**Key Points / Takeaways for the Audience** ✅What “manifesting recovery” truly means beyond positive thinking ✅The role of mindset and emotional awareness in the healing process ✅How intention influences physical, mental, and emotional recovery ✅Shifting from resistance to self-support during challenging phases ✅Reconnecting with inner strength during recovery journeys 🎯Additional Key Points / Benefits ✅Gain a compassionate framework for personal or professional healing work ✅Learn how to create internal conditions that support long-term recovery ✅Develop greater self-trust and emotional regulation ✅Feel more empowered and less defined by setbacks ✅Experience recovery as a meaningful, growth-oriented process 🎙️ **ABOUT THE SPEAKER:** Karina Lemire is a multi-generational trauma survivor and stroke survivor whose lived experiences have shaped her path as a trauma survival coach, especially for stroke survivors. Her podcast, Stroke Surviving The Odds, ranks in the Top 2 of its category. With books, eBooks, and children’s stories on the horizon, Karina is committed to helping others heal—one conversation at a time. **CONTACT DETAILS:** Email: K.lemire@consultant.com Wechat ID: message3334 Whatsapp: +514 993 4454 Facebook: www.facebook.com/karina.lemire Instagram: www.instagram.com/intimacyafterstroke_coach/ Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/karina-lemire-641237224 Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/7b7ITNlLDVDaDPxNled0nQ ⏰𝐅𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 **15,** 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 (𝗦𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆), 𝟭.𝟱 𝗛𝗼𝘂𝗿 5:00 PM GMT+8 China 7:00 PM GMT+10 Brisbane 8:00 PM GMT+11 Sydney/Canberra 4:00 AM GMT-5 New York 10:00 AM GMT+1 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 👉👉👉Don’t miss it. Register now!

(Partner's Event) BBQ Party at ShenZhen Time: Every Sat 19:00 - 23:00 (Usually) Location: The Crazy Coconut Bar, ShenZhen Longhua Baishilong, 3rd floor, 3N100, Above Metro Exit B2 (BaiShiLong Metro Station) 瘋狂酒吧， 深圳龍華白石龍地鐵站B2上方，3樓 Refer to the picture for details on the BBQ Sat event.

Meet in person and share your story about FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early). Please add my WeChat "martian2lee" to join our WeChat group. The time of this event is made up. We will discuss the time in our WeChat group. 面对面分享你的提前退休故事。 加我的微信“martian2lee”，进微信群。 活动的时间是虚构的。具体时间我们在微信群里讨论。

🖋️ **A Relaxing Practice of Chinese Calligraphy** Hosted by: LSS Dance Group Location: LSS Study Room, Lee Garden One, Causeway Bay Date & Time: Friday, September 19, 2025 · 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM (GMT+8) Cost: $100/hour Availability: Thursday/Friday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM 🌿 What to Expect: ☕ Complimentary coffee or tea and all calligraphy materials provided 📜 Learn Chinese poetry and idioms through the art of writing ✍️ Practice basic stroke order in a fun, engaging way 🧘‍♀️ Discover a meditative approach to calm your mind 🧠 Improve focus and attention span 🧍‍♂️ Strengthen both fine motor skills (finger control) and gross motor posture (sitting technique) 📱 RSVP & Contact: To reserve your spot, message via WhatsApp: 6523 0389 This weekly Friday session blends tradition, mindfulness, and creativity—perfect for anyone seeking a peaceful yet enriching experience.

Meeting and coffee location: Rootdown Shop 16-19 G/F, Two Artlane, 1 Chung Ching St, Sai Ying Pun Communication: Follow us on IG and join our whatsapp group for latest updates.[HK-FRC Instagram Page](http://instagram.com/frchongkong/) [WhatsApp Group Link](https://chat.whatsapp.com/JhRmT0GhHMiDhLdrTD5tx0?mode=ems_copy_t) **Founders Running Club** (FRC) brings founders, investors, tech, creative people and startup enthusiasts together for weekly easy runs and networking. We like to be comfortable when we run and finish with coffee and conversations. Choose your pace or follow a pacer—pets, friends, family, are welcome. 🗓️ Launched in San Francisco, July 16, 2022 🌍 Now in 45+ cities 📅 Running + Networking events + Community **Follow us on Instagram** [http://instagram.com/frchongkong/](http://instagram.com/frchongkong/) **Stay updated**: Global Pages Instagram [http://instagram.com/foundersrc/](http://instagram.com/foundersrc/) LinkedIn [http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/](http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/) Strava [http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC](http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC) Website [http://foundersrc.com/](http://foundersrc.com/)

Reading is important because it develops your mind and gives you excessive knowledge and lessons of life. 開卷有益！大家最近有冇讀到一啲好書呢？不如出黎分享下讀書心得呀？參加呢個讀書活動，分享好書，分享喜悅。😊 有興趣參加可以WhatsApp我：95182994

#### Turning Rentals Into Income: How Investors Pay Off Properties Faster #### **Featuring Guest Speaker: John Blackburn** **👉 Get your FREE TICKET [HERE](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/turning-rentals-into-income-how-investors-pay-off-properties-faster-tickets-1980492192461?aff=cicmeetupapp)** #### A lot of people get into real estate because they want freedom. Then they buy a rental…and realize most of the rent goes straight to the bank. They technically own property, but the mortgage controls the income. And waiting 30 years for properties to be paid off doesn’t feel realistic. This meetup is about understanding a different way to think about rental properties… one that focuses on paying them off sooner so the income is actually usable. **Featured Guest Speaker: John Blackburn** We’re excited to welcome John Blackburn as our guest speaker for this event. John has been actively investing in real estate since 2006 and has: * Been involved in **5,000+ real estate transactions** * Helped investors **acquire over $150 million in rental property** * **Raised more than $100 million** in private capital John didn’t start with family money or shortcuts. He built his portfolio by focusing on clear systems, real numbers, and long-term strategy. For this meetup, John will walk through how investors shift their focus from simply owning rentals to building properties that eventually pay them…without a mortgage attached. **What You’ll Learn** John will break down, in simple terms: * Why most rental properties don’t produce much usable income early on * Why buying more rentals isn’t always the answer * How investors structure their properties to pay off mortgages in a fraction of the time * How properties can work together to eliminate debt faster * What changes once rentals become free and clear This approach is often referred to as an accelerated paydown strategy — using rental income intentionally to reduce debt sooner, rather than waiting decades for mortgages to run their course. John will also share a simple calculator you can use to see how this works with real numbers and realistic scenarios. **The Core Idea** When a rental has a mortgage, the rent has one job: **pay the bank.** When a rental is paid off, the rent has a different job: **pay you.** Most people only see one timeline…30 years. This session shows how investors shorten that timeline and gradually increase their income as properties become free and clear. **Who This Event Is For** This event is for people who want more than just “owning rentals” on paper. * Rental owners who are tired of most of the rent going to the bank and want a clearer path to real, usable income * New investors who want to understand how rental properties actually build wealth over time before jumping in * People with capital who want to invest in real estate with intention and a long-term plan * Anyone serious about freedom and curious how rental properties transition from debt-heavy assets into income-producing ones **Event Details** **Location:** Ohio Brewing Company - 421 E 2nd Ave, Columbus, OH 43201 **Date & Time:** January 25th, 6–8 PM (Doors open at 5:30) **Cost:** Free (Seats are limited - RSVP required) **👉 Get your FREE TICKET [HERE](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/turning-rentals-into-income-how-investors-pay-off-properties-faster-tickets-1980492192461?aff=cicmeetupapp)** If you’ve ever wondered how rental properties actually turn into freedom —this is the room to be in.

This is not just a money class. This is a restoration space. The I AM Worthy of Ownership™ Path is a 12-step, sister-centered journey for women who are ready to build financial stability without shame, fear, or pressure—and to do it in a way that honors both wisdom and the spirit. Many women don’t struggle with money because they lack discipline or intelligence. They struggle because of unhealed experiences, survival patterns, and the quiet belief that they are “behind” or “disqualified.” This series gently challenges those beliefs while offering practical tools for peace, clarity, and long-term planning. Together, we will talk honestly about: Releasing shame and money anxiety Building stability as a form of self-respect and spiritual discipline Understanding money as a tool, not a source of worth Managing debt with clarity instead of condemnation Preparing for life’s unexpected moments without fear Laying a calm foundation for future ownership and legacy Each session blends practical financial education with reflection, conversation, and encouragement. There is no pressure to share personal numbers or experiences. You are welcome to speak, journal quietly, or simply listen. This is not about hustle. This is not about perfection. This is about alignment, wisdom, and peace. Who this series is for: Women who are starting over or rebuilding Women who want stability without stress Women preparing for future ownership or housing decisions Women who want their financial lives to reflect wholeness, not fear No prior financial knowledge is required. Come as you are. Bring a notebook. Leave a little lighter than you arrived. Light refreshments will be served along with 30 minutes of networking.

If you are interested in selecting investment choices for your 401(k) or other workplace savings plan, minimizing your income tax liability, or identifying the most effective investments for your brokerage account, we are the group for you. We are a local chapter of Bogleheads**®**, whose investment strategy can be found here: https://www.bogleheads.org/wiki/Bogleheads%C2%AE_investment_philosophy Or you can peruse the Boglehead forum here: https://www.bogleheads.org/index.php I look forward to seeing you there. Mark Vonder Haar

Bring your business cards and network in person with other business professionals! Gold Star Referral Clubs is one of the most established professional networking organizations in the country, with multiple groups in central Ohio. Join us!

**No Money, No Credit Creative Acquisitions Training – Free for First 20 to Register\*** Join us for another great Real Estate Training **in-person in Lisle, IL or online** **Saturday, February 21st, from 10 AM to 4 PM**, with one of the TOP Creative Acquisition Experts in the country, Chris Albin. **The first 20 people to email me their first name, last name, cell number, and email address can attend this $50 workshop as my guest for FREE\*.** Learn how you can buy properties without using your own money or without having your credit checked. Chris will explain acquisition strategies that include equity sharing, options, contracts for deed, seller financing, mortgages, and more. Using case studies, Chris will show you how to understand step-by-step techniques for buying and controlling properties without having to qualify for bank financing. Chris will also train you to utilize financial and social resources and time, imagination, networking, and non-traditional assets to acquire properties successfully. You will leave this class knowing which investments would be best funded through retirement accounts, cash accounts, stock accounts, life insurance plans, margin accounts, and others. Chris is also an expert in probate investing strategies. **To complete your registration, email your first name, last name, cell number, and email address to RandyPertler@gmail.com.** Also indicate if you would like to attend in-person in Lisle, IL or online. You will then be emailed the event address or online link. \*Renatus Students and ICMs are not eligible for the free offer

We'll play board games at the [Land-Grant Brewing Company](https://landgrantbrewing.com/). They have multiple [food trucks](https://landgrantbrewing.com/food/) on Sundays. Ray Ray's also has coffee, and the brewery has free water (and Jeni's ice cream). You can come late or leave early. Please just sign up so I know to expect you. **Notes on Parking** * You'll (probably) have to park on the street, but street parking is free on Sundays. * There are [parking garages](https://landgrantbrewing.com/parking/) a little farther away if you want. These are obviously not free, though. * There is a [lot next door](https://www.google.com/maps/place/39%C2%B057'26.0%22N+83%C2%B000'40.9%22W/@39.957211,-83.0119921,19z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m12!1m7!3m6!1s0x88388f3efd89238b:0xc139207386232411!2sLand-Grant+Brewing+Company!8m2!3d39.9577613!4d-83.011426!16s%2Fg%2F1pzt7t9df!3m3!8m2!3d39.957211!4d-83.011347?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDEyMS4wIKXMDSoKLDEwMDc5MjA3MUgBUAM%3D) to the brewery that you're allowed to park in, but it is not free. I've never parked there, so I don't know anything about rates. (I'm told though that if you eat at Milo's Deli next door to this lot that Milo's will stamp your parking so it's free.) * You're going to see odd signs on [Lucas St](https://www.google.com/maps/place/39%C2%B057'26.1%22N+83%C2%B000'40.3%22W/@39.957256,-83.0124134,19z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m10!1m5!3m4!2zMznCsDU3JzI4LjgiTiA4M8KwMDAnNDEuNSJX!8m2!3d39.957993!4d-83.011536!3m3!8m2!3d39.957256!4d-83.011197?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI2MDEyMS4wIKXMDSoKLDEwMDc5MjA3MUgBUAM%3D) (saying it's a "private street") that will lead you to believe you're not allowed to park there, but you actually are. * Columbus parking cops literally do not work on Sundays. This means that, even if you're driving a non-EV, you can park in the EV spots near the brewery. **Games** I do bring many games, but please bring some of your own as well.

http://photos2.meetupstatic.com/photos/event/2/a/9/6/600_348310902.jpeg Instructor - Crow, HPS Class fee is $30 at the door or approved exchange RSVP with Advance pay of $25 (discounted) by PayPal on the web or by contacting Enchanted Elements (614) 437-2642. Reservations made directly to Enchanted Elements will be added to the class list manually not online. Private Instruction ~ Closed to the Public ~ Initiated Members Only Please come prepared for ritual. Blessings ~ Crow