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‘Women’s stories’ Our host, Lesley, is looking for stories from a female point of view. Have you had to rebel against cultural expectations? What’s motherhood really like? Body positivity -v- societal expectations. Diets! Bad dates! The mental load The menopause. Peri post. Stories that other women will relate to in celebration of womanhood. Lesley is looking forward to hearing your stories in preparation for our March show. If you've got a story or just an idea, come along and pitch it for the show. If your story is shortlisted for the show, our host will work with you as you polish and rehearse it. 📌 Story Requirements: - Your story must be true - It must be told in the first person—you are the main character - It should be between 5-10 minutes You don't need to have a completed or polished story ready - just a beginning idea is okay. This workshop is open to individuals at all levels, first-timers or old hands. The purpose of Hong Kong Stories is to help you become a better storyteller. Everyone has a story to tell, and everyone loves a story. Note: Please update your RSVP, ideally 12 hours before the event if you're unable to make it. Repeated no shows will be moved to not-going / removed from the group to open up slot for people on the waitlist.

**It's the first Wednesday of the month, and poetry kicks off with out sister group OutLoud HK, at The Aftermath.** Join us this Weds at The Aftermath for a night of poetry themed around the following prompts: “A core memory in your life” “A moment that screams ‘absolute cinema’ that you have experienced or witnessed” “A toast for the present” “The heart of a soujourner” “What will you say to yourself for a time capsule opened in 2031” Hosted by Alice Szeto and Alfred Yip Entry is free, with minimum one drink purchase to support our venue and patron The Aftermath.

First timer, please leave contact. Please put your name on the waiting list which will be updated later. My WhatsApp / Signal: 9528-5003 \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Date: 4 Feb 2026 (Wed) Time: 7 to 9 pm (2+2) Courts: #2, #3 Level: Intermediate \# of Players: about 13 Shuttlecock: Desiyu G600 Format: Doubles Cost: $50 (PayMe / FPS #: 9528-5003) Venue: 3/F., Chai Wan Sports Centre, 6 Yee Shun Street, Chai Wan, Hong Kong 香港 柴灣 怡順街 6 號 柴灣體育館 三樓 \-\-\-\-\-\> Gymnasium Tel: 2897\-9144 \-\-\-\-\-\> Chai Wan Station\, Exit D \(柴灣站 D 出口\)

🐱主题 \- 认识新朋友 \- 交流两地文化 \- 互相教粤语/普通话 \- 一起吃喝玩乐 🌻地点 尖沙咀海港城港威大厦5座17楼 🐣其他详情 \- 完全免费 \- 每次大概20人，大概5个香港朋友，15个内地朋友 \- 欢迎带朋友参加 🍎找路提示 \- 进入了海港城后请找港威5座的标识 \- 到了17楼，电梯出来后往左转，会看到最大的门，门上写着卓越两个字，Nicole在大门等大家。如果Nicole不在，可能是带了之前到的小伙伴去活动的会议室。然后会再回来，先等一两分钟就对啦 🍔联系群组 https://chat.whatsapp.com/CPXRgXQ9p9cK5usqCZml1Y

Urban Run hosted by the Wazup Running Club (WRC) Join us for a fun run on the Wednesday night and meet this supportive running community. WRC will have captains leading the run, and the event is suitable for runners at all levels. Meeting time: 19:30 Duration: 1h30m Meeting point: THE STATION - 18 Upper Station Street. Sheung Wan. Route: THE STATION < > Central Promenade Distance: 4km - 7km Bag Drop: Available More about WRC: www.instagram.com/wazuprunning

Join us for an exciting evening of language exchange and practice with friendly international friends. Whether you're a beginner or fluent speaker, this event is perfect for anyone interested in Mandarin and English languages and making new connections. Our previous meetups have been filled with engaging conversations and opportunities to improve your language skills in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. Come to our Mandarin and English Corner and mingle with like-minded language enthusiasts. Don't miss out on this chance to expand your cultural horizons and make new friends. [PLEASE NOTE] If there's a cancelation of the event, host will text attendees at least one hour before the event begins. Please pay attention to your message box and event comments board. Thank you and see you

渣打藝趣「夜光巡遊」於銅鑼灣，又是年度歡樂嘉年華。 之前一起晚飯+搵靚位+邊傾邊等。 Not only in Disney, we can watch Night Parade in Causeway Bay soon! Let’s have savoy dinner beforehand and go to watch together. 日期：2026年2月7日(星期六) 時間：6:00pm-7:30pm (晚餐); 7:45pm-9:30pm (夜光巡遊) 地點：沙士亞印度餐廳; 利園一期正門至啟超道(屆時隨行搵位置) 集合時間及地點：1)餐廳內/ 2)電聯 名額：6人 Date: 7 February, 2026 (Saturday) Time: 6:00pm-7:30pm (Dinner); 7:45pm-9:30pm (Night Parade) Address: Shalimar Indian Restaurant; Lee Garden One Main Entrance to Kai Chiu Road (depend on how the crowd control) Assemble: 1) Restaurant/ 2) Others: by call Seat: 6 people limited MeetUp費用：自由定價價值,(晚餐費另計). 報名：按Attend-> 填寫1)聯絡電話號碼, 2)男/女, 3)你願意付出此次活動費用, 4)一起用餐否? -> 確認入選活動-> 繳費(入帳恆生銀行號碼: 359-366101-882 (NG Y\*\* S\*\*\*)/ FPS/PayMe: 97419423)-> 再以閣下電話whatsapp(97419423)以下資料: 1)MeetUp名字, 2)過帳通知書. MeetUp fee: Free pricing as you value, (Dinner price excluded). Join: Click ‘Attend’-> Write down your 1)Contact number, 2)Male/Female, 3)Fee that you would pay for this event, 4)Meal together? -> Get confirmation of being in the event-> Pay to Hang Seng Bank acc: 359-366101-882 (NG Y\*\* S\*\*\*)/ FPS/PayMe: 97419423-> Whatsapp 1)MeetUp name, 2)Payment notification 餐廳介紹：https://www. openrice.com/zh/hongkong/r-沙士亞印度餐廳-銅鑼灣-印度菜-咖喱-r10491 食家推介：Lamb samosa/ Aloo chat/ Tandoori king prawn/ Chicken Shahi Korma \*\*\*a) Welcome foreigners. Please remark your language if you are foreigner. [歡迎外地本地人一同熱鬧.請外地人指明語言.] \*\*\*b) No refund or seat transfer after payment, unless is the cancellation of activity or by our group. [交費後若未能出席參與者,繳款不獲退回及轉讓.(除非活動取消而全數退款).] \*\*\*c) Photos taken by our group during activity will be as record and promotion. [活動如有拍照,以作記錄和宣傳用途.] \*\*\*d) When there are 3 No Show, we have the right to ban you out from our groups. [凡超過3次No Show者,本組有權將該組員移離本群組.]

Lesson 1: 9:00 am to 10:00 am (HKT) - Lesson 2: 10:10 am to 11:10 am (HKT) - Lesson 3: 11:20 am to 12:20 pm (HKT) : Sign up for free face-to-face English classes with English for Asia. Improve your English. Build confidence in speaking! Lessons include speaking, listening, reading, writing, grammar and pronunciation. All lessons are taught by trainee teachers who are observed by master teacher trainers from Trinity College London. Classes are for people aged 16 years old and above from 9:00 am to 2:30 pm (Hong Kong time / Mondays to Saturdays). For the best experience, attendees should:- bring a pen, pencil & a notebook. Lesson Timetable: Lesson 1: 9:00 am to 10:00 am (HKT) Lesson 2: 10:10 am to 11:10 am (HKT) Lesson 3: 11:20 am to 12:20 pm (HKT) Please call or WhatsApp +85297232290 if you have any questions. We are on level 6, Gee Tuck Building, 16-20 Bonham Strand, Sheung Wan. We are a 1 minute walk from Sheung Wan MTR Station (Exit A2).

Reading with friends is fun! Let’s grab a coffee and enjoy reading together. This is a silent book club session so feel free to bring whatever books you’re reading. **Schedule** 10:00-10:15: Say hi and briefly share something about the books we are going to read 10:15-11:15: Silent reading time 11:15-11:30: After reading chat * If you’re late, please join the silent reading session first. We can catch up when the session’s over. :D) * You can identify the group by spotting people with a book 📕. **PS:** If there's a last-minute change of venue due to inconvenience, 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 persistent 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.

(Partner's Event) English Corner Time: Every Wed, Fri & Sun 19:00 - 23:00 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. Wechat ID: Pandoraparties

Join us for an exclusive Coffee Rave in Kai Tak – an intimate afternoon of music, drinks, and meaningful connections. **Highlights:** * Casual coffee, soft drinks & alcohol included; light snacks available at cost * Live DJ spinning irresistible grooves * Easy mingling with diverse, creative souls from all backgrounds **Vibe:** Relaxed, welcoming, focused on genuine conversations and new friendships – no aggression, just good energy. **Why Join?** NDA is a private community for those who truly love music and drinks. We curate spaces for thoughtful, in-person chats among decent, tasteful people. **Details:** Location: Kai Tak Cruise Terminal, Hong Kong Date: 7 February. 2026 ( Saturday) Time: 3pm - 6pm Cost: HKD 188 per person To Secure Your Seat: Click the Google link below to insert your information and phone number. We'll reach out promptly with confirmation. Limited spots for our select circle. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd-3aZs-lIzRG7KaUtyIqPrBJ1PM7pdeMxjBUmoUfyGLPahxQ/viewform?usp=publish-editor Looking forward to sharing the rhythm with you, Cultural Host, NDA

(Partner's Event) English Corner Time: Every Wed, Fri & Sun 19:00 - 23:00 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.

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.

How do we recover from having had a toxic or narcissistic ex? How do we move on from the past, especially something as traumatic as a divorce or breakup? How do we avoid anxiety and depression? How do we have more self esteem? In this meeting, you will learn the mental health secrets to help you quickly get over the past and heal your mind. Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there. This group is created by the Dianetics & Scientology life improvement center.

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 Sunday 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 noon on Sundays. 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: 12:00 - quick intros. 12:10 - timer starts: write for 1 hour. 1:10 - chat / take off / keep writing. OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens at 1-1:30ish. 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. 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 Sunday!

In this local meeting, you will discover knowledge that you can use to get over the past. The key to improving your personal motivation, self-confidence, and happiness is to get over your painful memories. When you become free of your past, you will be free from stress, anger, anxiety and depression. Studies show that negative emotions can affect your health. By being free of negative emotions, believe it or not, you will most likely even look younger, feel more energetic, and become healthier! Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there. This group is brought to you by the Dianetics and Scientology life improvement center.

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!

Join the Columbus Ski Club for a First Friday Happy Hour! If you're new in town or just looking to socialize, this is the event for you. Connect with fellow sports enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers while sharing travel stories and tips for the best ski slopes or hiking trails. Contact: Herb Beidel, 614 -619-7808 [Dec_2025_CSC_Track Newsletter.pdf]() CSC Membership not required for happy hour!

Greetings writers! Come down and join your fellow wordsmiths for one hour of uninterrupted writing time in the upper level of the Market District Supermarket in Upper Arlington. The main entrance of the shopping center opens onto stairs/elevator leading up to the 2nd floor cafe section where we will have a table displaying a sign with the Shut Up & Write logo. Writing is largely a solitary craft. Practicing with others in a community setting may be the thing you need to fire your own routine. We’ll meet on Wednesday evenings, starting the clock at 6:30, following a brief period of introductions. This is solid writing time and all inclusive. Any project is acceptable, be it fiction, non -fiction, work or homework assignment. All is welcome and will remain private to you. The market boasts a Starbucks, a full service bar and various affordable food options. Parking is plentiful, free Wifi is provided as well as outlets for charging your devices, though they are somewhat limited, so plan accordingly. Show up as early as you like, or stay late. This group tends to socialize some, both before and after the alloted time, but this is not mandatory to you. Feel free to come and go as you please and late arrivals are welcome. The cafe may be noisy on occasion so headphones/ earbuds are reccommended as you see fit. Please try to RSVP if possible so that we may grab enough seats for all—the venue can be busy at times. Feel free to message me privately wth any questions and/ or concerns you may have. Happy writing!