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**Tired of ghosting, "hey" openers, and profiles that don’t match the person?** This February, we’re closing the apps and opening the conversation. Whether you’re looking for a Valentine or just a group of people who actually know how to hold a convo, **Liquid Convo** is your sanctuary from the digital noise. 🚥 The "Traffic Light" Social Ready to meet your vibe tribe? Answer a few quick questions upon arrival, and we’ll match you with 3 people who share your energy. Want to be extra clear? Grab a sticker at the door: * 🟢 **Green:** Single & Ready * 🟡 **Yellow:** It’s Complicated * 🔴 **Red:** Just here for the friends/vibes *** ✨ Why Join Us? * **Warm Welcomes:** Our hosts are "social catalysts." If you’re shy or coming solo, find a host—we’ll introduce you to a friendly group immediately. * **Zero Pressure:** No forced networking. Just organic conversation and good energy. * **A Safe Space:** We maintain a strict "No-Harassment" environment. Relax and be yourself. 📍 Venue & Details * **Where:** Koyoi by Kanpai (1 Shenton Way, #01-02, Singapore 068803) * **When:** Arrive between **6 PM – 7 PM** for the Early Bird perks! * **Admission:** * **Ladies:** FREE (Sign up via [Luma](https://luma.com/mvw1alu4)) * **Gents:** $10 (Sign up via [Luma URL](https://luma.com/mvw1alu4), **else you have to pay $20 at the door**) Note: RSVPing on Meetup does not count as a confirmed spot. 🎁 Exclusive Perks We’ve partnered with **Koyoi** to bring you some extra love: * **15% OFF Food:** Enjoy a discount on the entire food menu all night. * **Ladies' Special:** Arrive early (6 PM – 7 PM) for **Free Shots** on the house! 🍸 *** 🤝 Our Community Values To keep the vibes high, we have a **zero-tolerance policy** for solicitation (Insurance/MLM) or harassment. If anyone makes you feel uncomfortable, let an organizer know. We’ve got your back. 💬 FAQs * **"I’m coming alone... is that okay?"** Absolutely! About 70% of our attendees come solo. Our hosts ensure no one is left standing alone. * **"What if I don't drink alcohol?"** No problem! It’s about the *convo*, not just the *liquid*. Koyoi has great non-alcoholic options. * **"How do I stay connected?"** Join the community to see photos and chat before the event! 👉 **Telegram:** [https://t.me/liquid_convo](https://t.me/liquid_convo) 👉 **Instagram:** @liquidconvo

**Greatest Love, Celebrate the Power of Love in our lives! Join us for a Saturday Evening Service on 14th Feb! Time: 6.30pm. Venue: The Salvation Army (next to Hillview MRT) **

This Valentine's day, it's all about making meaningful connections! Join us for an exciting fast-friending social to meet new like-minded ladies & gents and make new genuine connections! Whether you’re new to the city or simply looking to grow your circle, this is your chance to connect, laugh, and have a great time with amazing people! **What's Special?** \- We have FREE entry for ladies \(you will have to RSVP to avail this offer please\! \- Happy Hours till 9\.00 pm\! TICKETS: (**payable in cash and will be collected by** **Frisca at the start of the evening**) Ladies - FREE Entry Gents - 20 SGD Whether you're new to Singapore or simply looking to expand your circle, this is your chance to unwind, make meaningful friendships, and maybe even spark collaborations. ✨ Think relaxed vibes, real conversations, good drinks, and great company! We have a reserved area for our members to mingle in. Shelly, your lovely host will be there to welcome you warmly into the group and also help you with introductions! We welcome locals and internationals both! The fast-friending format of our event helps you meet many people in a short amount of time, allowing you to quickly discover who you connect with best. It’s a fun, lively way to build meaningful relationships without the usual challenges of starting from scratch. Start your year with new connections, fresh experiences, and the potential for lasting friendships! **Our venue for the evening -** We have a reserved area where our members can meet each other in a supportive environment! \- We are not a close knit tight group\. Our evenings are warm and comfortable for members attending for the first time and those coming alone\. You will not feel alone\! \- We have many groups in this city\. Members of our other groups who RSVP are included as guests of the organisers in order to give you an indication of expected people\. \- This evening is for ladies and gents in the 20 to 45 age group\. While some will be at the younger end of this range there will also be others at the other end of the range and lots in\-between\! You will naturally gel with others of your own age range and so you will always find many attendees who fit your range\. \- We are not a dating group\. Our events are not organised to manage your dating life\. Our group is created to help ladies and gents meet other like minded ladies and gents\. Please do not attend our event if a perfect gender balance is important for your enjoyment of our meet\-up\. \-\-\-\-\-\-\- Why do we have tickets? 1. Cover our costs - Our host is compensated for their time and work. We also pay meetup and have dedicated staff to manage our events, hosts, venues and communication. 2. Group Safety - By securing your ticket we have a record and you contribute to a well organized evening where everyone is more committed and better behaved. 3. Management - Tickets help us better manage attendee group size, book suitable space and activity. ABOUT [fastfriends.co.uk ](https://fastfriends.co.uk/)- We have connected members successfully for the past 10 years in over 30 cities (operating as Expatsclub, MeetConnectDevelop and fastfriends.co.uk). **Here are some videos which will give you some guidance -** Secrets of socializing at our meetups - [http://bit.ly/secrets-socializing](http://bit.ly/secrets-socializing) How to make new friends - [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v6GB0Hc_bSs](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v6GB0Hc_bSs) How to make people like you at our socials -[ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K4guProkKrI](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K4guProkKrI) Why you should attend our evenings - [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wEjwGBXzJE8](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wEjwGBXzJE8)

**Hiding from the Valentine's Day noise?** Join a small, curated circle of 10 established professionals and entrepreneurs for a relaxed evening at **American Taproom on Waterloo Street**. Forget the overpriced "romantic" sets—we’re here for craft beer, comfort food, and real conversation with peers. **Who this is for:** * Established singles in their 40s and 50s. * Long-term residents (PR/EP) and local professionals. * People who appreciate an "East-meets-West" cultural perspective. **The Plan:** We’ll meet at **7:00 PM** for a casual dinner. American Taproom is known for its incredible craft beer selection and great food like wagyu burgers and pizzas—perfect for sharing. **Important Details:** * **Max 10 Guests:** I am keeping the table small to ensure we can all actually talk and get to know each other. * **Cost:** Pay for what you order. No hidden event fees. * **RSVP:** Please only say "Yes" if you are 100% committed so I can manage the table reservation. *** ###

**Singapore** joins photographers around the world to celebrate love ❤️ through photography. Join us for a relaxed photo walk and portrait session around Marina Bay, capturing love, friendship, and connection as part of a global project. **Who can join** Photographers, videographers, and content creators of all levels All cameras welcome: digital, film, Polaroid, or smartphones. **Participants welcome** Couples, friends, and solo participants — everyone is invited to step in front of the camera 📸 **Important** No tripods or external flashes. If approached by security, we are a social gathering of friends, not a professional production. **Meeting point** [📍 Apple Marina Bay Sands](https://maps.app.goo.gl/9gMhjs7waffqpM2d6) 🕓 4:00 PM We’ll explore the Marina Bay / Bayfront area and shoot as the light changes toward sunset 🌇 Arriving late? Look for the group with cameras around Marina Bay. **Rain plan ☔** If it rains, we’ll continue shooting in covered areas around Marina Bay Sands and nearby walkways. If weather is severe, updates will be shared in the WhatsApp group. **How it works** Join our[ WhatsApp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/EVbjlzM4ig83yRhreG7CzS?mode=gi_t) for live updates. Follow [@takeaphotowalkcommunity](https://www.instagram.com/takeaphotowalkcommunity/) on Instagram. **Global gallery** Tag @takeaphotowalkcommunity #takeaphotowalkSingapore Selected photos may appear in our global gallery “Love in Focus.” **Support the community** Suggested donation: S$5–S$10 (optional) [Paypal](https://paypal.me/takeaphotowalk?country.x=ES&locale.x=en_US) This is a free event. Optional contributions help us cover platform costs and support future community photo walks. See you there ❤️

Our Valentine’s Candle Making Workshop is filling up fast 💕 ✨ Only 6 spots available per session Create romantic, handcrafted candles with your plus one and make this Valentine’s extra special 🕯️💖 📅 Available Slot: 5.00 PM – 7.00 PM 📍 Primz Bizhub, Woodlands 💰 $60 per Couple ⏳ Limited availability – once it’s gone, it’s gone! 📩 DM or WhatsApp to book now 👉 +65 9722 3997

Join us for a fun and exciting session! RSVP if u are coming. Whatsapp 93366835 for any enquiry or if u are coming. Don't pop up unannounced. Game will only start with 4 px minimum. Located at the Pickleball Ang Mo Kio courts, our group welcomes players aged 25 and above who are passionate about both pickleball and discussing the latest happenings in Singapore, business, investing and anything under the sun. Come prepared to enjoy some friendly and serious competition on the courts, and forge meaningful friendship with fellow Pickle-chus! Reserve your slots now. All u need to bring is yourself, pickle paddle, hydration for yourself, a towel to dry yourself, comfortable shoes and attire and you're good to go. For first time members, a one time only $4 admin fee is payable for provided equipment (net) and expensive silent balls. That's all. Subsequently it will be $1 a month just to cover cost of setup etc.

The River Hongbao will be held at Gardens by the Bay as part of the CNY celebration for the Year of the Horse. It will have a mix of performances, displays, fire-works and a food street. Join us to soak in the festive atmosphere! (**Free Entry)** For more details see : [https://www.gardensbythebay.com.sg/en/things-to-do/calendar-of-events/river-hongbao-2026.html ](https://www.gardensbythebay.com.sg/en/things-to-do/calendar-of-events/river-hongbao-2026.html) At the same time its an opportunity to meet new people and chat about Life, the Universe and Everything, ....or do your own thing as you please:) **Meetup Time:** 7.15 pm **Meetup Point**: Entrance Checkpoint 1 (near Floral clock). See Map. At Gardens by the Bay. **Event Start Time:** 7.30 pm **Late comers:** Catch up via the Live Locator on our Telegram Channel (see below) **Attire:** Dress for comfort and walking. **To bring:** A full water bottle to rehydrate and a cap in case of drizzle. **In case of rain:** the event might start later or be postponed. Please check the Telegram channel on the day of the event (see below) **Total walking distance:** about 2 km **Total exploration time:** about 2 hrs **Tentative Plan:** To explore the festival and watch the fireworks that are planned for 8pm. **Optional Dinner and Post-event:** Bring your own stuff or grab something at the food-street. If people are interested we might go somewhere budget friendly after the event to eat and chat some more. **End Point:** Flexible. **Telegram Channel:** **After** you have signed up for the activity, you may join [Walk, Chat, Explore SG](https://t.me/+rIuiiEM9j6oyNzI1) https://t.me/+rIuiiEM9j6oyNzI1 **for updates** and the **Live Locator** for the event **PLEASE Note:** 1\. Due to the number of participants and ongoing activity\, the guide *will not be able to respond to individual messages once the event starts.* Late comers should catch up using the Live locator **OR** through chats with other helpful members on the Telegram group. See tentative plan above. 2\. You need to install the Telegram app to use the channel\. One advantage of the Telegram app is that you can maintain privacy by masking your phone number (option under settings) and only displaying your username in the group. 3. *By participating in this event and joining the Telegram group, you take full and sole responsibility for your safety and well-being.*

**Check out [funeventssg](https://www.instagram.com/funeventssg/) Instagram for the latest updates!** 🎉🎤 **LET'S KARAOKE TOGETHER** 🎶🍹 **Enjoy 4 hours of mingling, singalong fun & FREE-FLOW DRINKS! Complimentary Chinese New Year Snacks to share & celebrate the festive season! Songs in various languages & genres! Bring your friends & family for exclusive special requests! All are welcome, regardless of race, language, religion or nationality! Come sing, mingle & celebrate together!** 🧧🍊🍊 **If you are bringing your friends & family, please type your group leader's name when you RSVP so that the best arrangements can be made for you! Feel free to join if you just want to listen too!** **Date: 15 February 2026 Sunday** **Time: 6.30pm to 10.30pm** **Location: Cash Studio Clarke Quay Central** 6 Eu Tong Sen St, #03-21, Singapore 059817 **Entry Fee: SGD18nett** **inclusive of FREEFLOW non-alcoholic drinks!** **Choose from a wide variety of hot & iced drinks! Refer to the attached menu!** **IMPORTANT:** **1 You need to register for this event.** You have to pay a much higher entry fee & may not be guaranteed of a seat if registration is not done. **2 Upon entry, you have to make payment of SGD18nett to Cash Studio. Inform the staff you are there for a Meetup event & keep the receipt as proof of payment.** Thereafter, you will be given a wrist tag & you are free to move around the various themed rooms to enjoy the songs & ambience! **3 Participants are strictly not allowed to take photographs or video recording of others at the event without permission.** The organiser has the right to ban & evict anyone who refuses to adhere to this rule. **4 Photographs will be taken by the organiser at the event for marketing & publicity.** Should you be uncomfortable with that, kindly inform the organiser to omit you in the photographs. **5 Please be considerate. As seats are limited, kindly un-RSVP if you are unable to make it.** **6 Please ensure you have no close contact with Covid-19/Mpox positive person(s) within the last 5 days.** **7 Please wash your hands with soap & be hygienic at all times. If you are playing someone else's games, kindly ensure your hands are clean & have no food etc.** You wouldn't like it if others dirty your games right? **8 Please take turns & wait for your turn *(one song per turn)* to sing.** This is to ensure that everyone has a chance to participate in the singing. **9 No form of solicitation, MLM, investment, scam or harassment will be tolerated.** Kindly inform the organiser on the spot should you encounter anything that makes you uncomfortable. **10 Please take care of your personal belongings. Exchange of any contact information is solely at your own discretion. The organiser is not accountable for any incidents or loss of personal belongings.** **The organiser reserves the right to deny entry to anyone who fails to comply with the rules.** **By signing up for this event, I agree to the terms & conditions stated above to ensure a safe and conducive environment for all! :)**

## 提升沟通技巧，通过教练助力（中文活动） 想要在日常交流中更加自信吗？来参加我们的线下教练沟通工作坊吧！这里有丰富的实战经验，帮你掌握有效沟通的要点。无论是职场还是生活，这都是个让你提升表达力的绝佳机会。别犹豫，快来和我们一起互动学习，解锁更顺畅的人际关系吧！ Fern Deng, PCC, Mentor Fern Deng is an International Coaching Federation (ICF) Professional Certified Coach who specializes in executive and life coaching. Her work centers on empowering individuals and leaders to unlock their potential, align with their values, and create purposeful and confident pathways forward. Through her coaching, Fern helps clients cultivate clarity, resilience, and presence- enabling them to lead authentically and thrive in complex personal and professional landscapes. At the heart of Fern’s practice lies her Empowerment-based 3Cs Coaching Model: Congruency, Competency, and Confidence. This model reflects her belief that true empowerment begins with self awareness and alignment. Before stepping fully into coaching, Fern built a successful 12-year career in luxury retail and beauty multinationals, holding leadership roles at L’Oréal, Chanel, Clarins and Salvatore Ferragamo. In these organizations, she led high-performing teams across marketing, branding, and sales, working closely with cross-functional and cross-cultural groups. Having personally experienced the demands of driving performance, managing stakeholders, and balancing strategic vision with team dynamics, Fern understands firsthand the challenges leaders face when they need to inspire, motivate, and adapt across different roles and contexts. This insight deeply informs her coaching- allowing her to meet leaders where they are, with empathy and realism. With a strong foundation in leadership and people development, Fern partners with clients to navigate transitions, strengthen communication and influence, and build the mental agility needed to thrive in today’s fast-paced environments. Her approach is both strategic and human-centered- combining business acumen with emotional intelligence and psychological depth. Fern’s coaching presence is grounded, intuitive, and compassionate. She believes every individual holds the innate capacity to grow when provided with the right balance of challenge and support. In addition to her executive and life coaching work, Fern mentors aspiring coaches and facilitates leadership development programs, helping professionals strengthen their coaching mindset, communication, and emotional agility. Fern has partnered with organizations such as NTUC Income, Ministry of Social and Family Development, CMIC Group, BusyBees, Omni-Health, BHS Corrugated, AIA, Singapore Power and Singapore General Hospital. A lifelong learner at heart who has a deep interest in human behaviour and the psychological foundations of change, Fern is currently pursuing a postgraduate diploma in Counselling and Psychology (graduating in June 2026). This allows her to better support clients with mental health challenges and to be able to hold space ethically and compassionately for them Nee Soon East CC Level 4, Room 4, 7pm (Only registered are allowed to enter, seats are limited)

On Valentine's Day🌹😉, let’s gather with friends for a relaxed evening walk through several lesser-spoken corners of Chinatown, where 🧱 old streets, 🏛️ conserved buildings and 📜 stories of early Singapore quietly meet 🎨 today’s creative energy. We’ll move at an easy pace — pausing to soak in the atmosphere ✨, enjoy a simple meal together 🍜🥢😊 — before continuing into the Lunar New Year light-up 🏮🧧🌟, where lanterns glow, colours come alive 🎆, and the past and present blend beautifully. This Meetup group is a community-led group by volunteers, who enjoy the Great Outdoors (GO) and would like to share the GO with u too! 🤎✌️😃 **This is a free community walk, created simply for the joy of exploring together. To keep the spirit of the walk genuine and relaxed, we don’t involve donations, promotions, or sales of any kind. We warmly ask everyone to be punctual and considerate of fellow walkers, so that the journey remains smooth and enjoyable for all. 😊😊 Late cancellations, late arrivals, or no-shows may affect your priority for future walks. The 'going' list may not necessarily follow a strict sequence. 🔄 Gate-crashers will be turned away to keep things smooth for everyon**e. To protect your privacy, we do not collect telephone numbers 📵. Communication will be through the Event page. Kindly check for any updates, especially on the day of the event. The route may be amended or the hike postponed in the event of inclement weather, for the safety of our walkers. 🚶🚶‍♂️ As part of Meetup's enhanced privacy/ security measures, the meeting point will now be visible to confirmed attendees only. \*Disclaimer: By joining this walk, you assume responsibility for your own safety and well-being 🚸, and will not hold the organizers/hosts liable for any loss or injury or other unforeseen events, ensuring a shared commitment to a safe and enjoyable experience for all. 😊 Thank you. 🙏

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

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

#### 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.

The topic for February is "Transitions" Speak Easy: true stories, told live. The idea is simple: an audience, an open microphone, and great stories. Hilarious, gripping, poignant- it's up to you. Audiences are invited to come to listen or come to tell as folks from all corners of Columbus offer their stories live on stage! Held at Wild Goose Creative's warm, intimate space, this night of tales occurs on the 3rd Thursday of every month. Doors open at 6:30 pm, show starts at 7:00 pm. Please arrive early if you want to tell, as we generally only have room for a limited number of tellers, and the sign-up sheet has a tendency to fill up fast. Formed around the idea that people need stories--they're what hold and draw us together--SpeakEasy celebrates the strangeness and commonness of being human. And in a world of smartphones, Facebook, Twitter, and more . . . it gives people a real, breathing, in-person way to connect. The night is geared for true stories of all kinds, taking the best tales told around kitchen tables, in darkened pubs, on the street corner, and at late-night parties and giving them an audience. Speak Easy is also a great outlet for performers, writers, and artists looking to share their favorite stories and perfect their skills. We strongly encourage tellers to please tell the story rather than read it so we keep within the spirit of good storytelling and stay engaged with the audience. All are welcome. Hang around after the show for a drink and build community!

**NEW LOCATION: Improving Office in Franklinton** Physical location: Improving Office 330 Rush Alley Suite #150 Columbus, OH 43215 Schedule: * 6:00 p.m.: Socialize, eat, and drink. Improving will be providing pizza and beverages. * 6:30 to 8:00 pm. Main meeting and presentation(s). See the handy Parking Map - we recommend street parking. [Street Parking Map](https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1u2A4fLNlxwLJn0KA_hKc8bnFlFHLvsHBDh-_8wzX_tk/edit?usp=sharing) We meet on the last Monday of each Month. Presentations are given by members and friends of this group. If you would like to do a presentation (small or large) on a python topic, please contact centralohpython@gmail.com

Join the Columbus AI community for our quarterly gathering — a casual, community-focused evening where everyone has a chance to share, learn, and connect. These open mic–style events give anyone in the community up to **5 minutes** to present a project, share a tool, pose a question, or offer a perspective on the evolving AI space. No slides required — just a welcoming space to exchange ideas and keep the local AI conversation moving. If you’d like to take the stage, message **Chris (the organizer)** with a **title and short description** of what you’d like to share. Whether you’re deep in the field or just getting curious, come connect with others building and exploring AI in Columbus. Sponsored by [Transform Labs](https://www.transformlabs.com/services)