Makerspaces

Join us in Sheung Wan for a warm, free BYO dinner where LGBTQ+ friends and allies come together to share food, drinks, and honest conversation. Bring your own food box and drinks to share with others. Our studio is a welcoming, safe space to connect, find support, and have meaningful talks. Let's help build a little home away from home. **(No sales or promotion of Multi-Level Marketing (MLM), Pyramid schemes, Crypto investment, Body Mind Spirit course, Life coaching, or Insurance)** \*RSVP your spot by Whatsapp: 4449 0049 **Event time:** 7:30-9:30PM Quote: 8ppl **Venue:** Suite 903, 44-46 Bonham Strand West, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong Island, Hong Kong For more info, can check our IG: Midnight_bliss_studio or website: https://midnightbliss-studio.com/

A relaxed evening of Spanish conversation at Culture Club, a nice location that many of our members know well because of previous Get Together, held for many years! We meet there every Wednesday. After the first drink, we get happy hour prices all evening. ============= Una noche de conversacion en español, para quienes aman la lengua española! El ambiente es relajado y el lugar esta bien ubicado en el centro. Las reuniones se llevan haciendo ya muchos años y se conocian como Get Togethers de la "Sociedad Hispanica de Hong Kong". Todavia podeis uniros a este grupo de Sociedad Hispanica en Facebook para manteneros al tanto conlos anuncios de la comunidad hispanohablante, y acceder a fotos-videos mas interactivos! Nos vemos alli todos los miercoles. Podeis disfrutar de los precios con descuento (Happy Hour) a partir de la segunda bebida.

Speak Spanish? Learning Spanish? Interested in Spanish? Let's join the HK Spanish meetup group to meet Spanish speaking people & practice Spanish! It's a great and friendly meetup group I have been a member of for a long time! All levels are welcome, even if you don't speak Spanish at all, please join us anyway, there are always Spanish teachers attending and they can point you in the right direction! Meetings usually last until 11pm, so you are welcome to join anytime! Please note, after second drink, we get happy hour prices all evening! Please say hello to the Enrique & Angel! *** Una noche de conversacion en español, para quienes aman la lengua española! El ambiente es relajado y el lugar esta bien ubicado en el centro. Las reuniones se llevan haciendo ya muchos años y se conocian como Get Togethers de la "Sociedad Hispanica de Hong Kong". Todavia podeis uniros a este grupo de Sociedad Hispanica en Facebook para manteneros al tanto conlos anuncios de la comunidad hispanohablante, y acceder a fotos-videos mas interactivos! Nos vemos alli todos los miercoles. Podeis disfrutar de los precios con descuento (Happy Hour) a partir de la segunda bebida.

Feel free to join if you are interested in low level computer stuff. If you have any cool projects or ideas you wanna share, bring them along

Hi everyone! **(Only reservations via whatapps are accepted)** For any booking or questions please WhatsApp 61355931 [https://wa.me/85261355931](https://wa.me/85261355931) ✨ Small Class of 6 • Personal Guidance • Safe & In-Depth ✨ Time: Every Wednesday 7:00-8:00 pm Address：426 Shanghai Street, Multifield Centre,Mong Kok, Yau Tsim Mong, Kowloon (Yau Ma Tei MTR Exit A1) ✅ Small class ensures individual attention—teacher assists each student hands-on to help you enter poses correctly and safely ✅ Personalized feedback to improve your form and accelerate progress ✅ Targeted strength and flexibility training for backbends and inversions ✅ Pain-free and sustainable practice—suitable for all levels ✅ Step-by-step breakdown of movements and breathing techniques ✅ All levels welcome—build confidence in your backbend and inversion practice in a supportive environment! To reserve your spot, please contact us in whatapps :61355931 Trial Class: $100 Single Session: $180 4-Class Package: $600 (Valid for 6 weeks) Our studio is fully equipped with all necessary yoga equipment and changing facilities for your convenience. any booking and question whatapps +852 61355931 [https://wa.me/85261355931](https://wa.me/85261355931) Hi everyone, I'm Bella Lee, your yoga instructor! I was super stiff and tight when I first started yoga too – so trust me, I totally get it! 😊 Don’t worry if you're new or feel inflexible – this class is welcome to all levels and genders. I’m here to guide you patiently and clearly, making sure every posture feels good and safe for your body. Please just let me know before class if you have any injuries or concerns – that way I can help you practice mindfully. Can’t wait to meet and flow with you all! Yoga Instructor information * 9+YEARS EXPERIENCED YOGA INSTRUCTOR * 200 HOURS YOGA TEACHER TRAINING CERTIFICATE COURSE * XIN KINESIOLOGY FOR SPINES AND BACKBENDS COURSE * USUI REIKI RYOHO LEVEL 1（靈氣治療等級一） * ZEN MEDITATION LEVEL 1 禪修等級一 * RPYT-85 HOURS REGISTERED PRENATAL & POSTNATAL YOGA TEACHER TRAINING * STICK MOBILITY LEVEL 1

Experience the artistry of fitness with Zumba—a vibrant fusion of international music and dynamic dance movements that transforms exercise into an expressive performance. More than just a workout, each class is a celebration of rhythm and culture, where choreographed steps meet personal flair, allowing you to interpret the music and unleash your creativity while burning calories. Join us to discover how movement, music, and joy come together on the dance floor, making every session a unique opportunity to create art with your body. **「Sweat with Confidence, Dance with Joy」** 💃 📅 **Date:** March 18, 2026 (Wednesday) ⏰ **Time:** 7:45pm - 9:00pm 📍 **Location:** Tseung Kwan O Clubhouse (Classroom details will be provided upon registration) 💰 **Fee:** HK$80 per student 👥 **Spots Available:** Limited to 6 participants only! First come, first served! 🌟 **Event Highlights:** ✨ Women-only session – feel completely at ease to let loose ✨ Professional international instructor (fluent in Chinese) ✨ Small class size for quality instruction ✨ Upbeat music for an incredibly fun calorie-burning experience 💥 **Spots are limited – act fast!** 💥 RSVP: Whatsapp 5271-2143

From policy updates to the latest construction innovations \- the future of construction is here\! Join us at the HKSTP Construction Industry & Technology Update Forum on 19 Mar 2026 at Hong Kong Science Park to gain insights into the latest policies and innovations! At the forum, you’ll: 🏗️ Get an overview of recent government initiatives 💡 Learn how HKSTP supports the I&T ecosystem and construction industry 🚀 Discover the latest ConTech solutions 🤝 Network with industry peers in the construction industry and built environment Stay informed, inspired, and connected in the evolving construction landscape —Register by 16 March 2026! ✏️Sign up here: [https://lnkd.in/gW5E5ggM](https://www.linkedin.com/redir/redirect?url=https%3A%2F%2Flnkd%2Ein%2FgW5E5ggM&urlhash=xTFE&trk=public_post-text) Registration will be on a first-come-first-served basis.

**NOTE**: Event registration is managed on [Luma.com](https://luma.com/wqett25z) Grab a boba and pull up a chair for a chill night at Central Market. This week's session is all about one thing: getting OpenClaw up and running on your machine for free. Here's how the setup session will work: 1. **Early Bird Special**: People who arrive early will be eligible for free 1:1 OpenClaw setup. 2. **Lucky Draw**: One person will be randomly selected for dedicated setup help. Everyone else is welcome to follow along! 3. **What to Bring**: · A Laptop with Power: Make sure it's charged and has enough free space. · A Cellphone Hotspot: Central Market WiFi can be unpredictable, so bringing your own hotspot is highly recommended for a smooth installation. **About Lunatechs** This event is hosted by the founders of Lunatechs—a community for the ones who genuinely love technology, not just for the gadgets but for what it can do. Hanley Leung (Engineering Leader, ex-Apple/EA/Yahoo!) and Jason Xu (Product Manager, ex-Google/Alibaba) started Lunatechs to bring together aspirational techies to socialize, share, and build. Come for the tech, stay for the boba, and let's get OpenClaw installed!

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Come for another casual gathering and chat with peers in the software & technology community. Bring your smile and relax with a refreshing drink. **Concept** 🍻 It works simple: 1. feel free to arrive and leave at any time during the event 2. get yourself a drink at the bar or convenience store 3. say hi to someone in the group and chat away. **How to find us?** 👀 Bart/Stephen usually wear something that is easy to spot in a crowd. Often it's a bright coloured t-shirt or something orange themed. Have a look at past photos of meetups to recognise him. Moreover, we usually stand close to the bar. **Venue** 📍 **The Beer Bay** is an **outdoor kiosk/bar**, situated at the walkway between the Central Ferry Piers, at the ground level **entrance of Central Ferry Pier #4** (to Lamma Island). There's plenty of space to stand, and various places to get drinks. Usually lots of people in conversation, and an overall casual and relaxed atmosphere. In summer it can get hot and sweaty, and winter a bit cold, but drinks are refreshing and nothing beats that skyline! **Toilets** 🚻 There is a public toilet at the end of the piers near pier 2, or you could walk to the IFC shopping mall nearby. **Drinks** 🍺🍷🍹🥤 The Beer Bay serves refreshing alcoholic drinks, such as cold drafts, wine and plenty of mixers too. There are also non-alcoholic options from other stands and convenience stores around as well. See you on Friday Mar 6!

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To support the Government’s initiative to develop artificial intelligence (AI) as a core industry and to enable traditional sectors to upgrade and transform through AI adoption, the Hong Kong Applied Science and Technology Research Institute (ASTRI) is organising the 2026 seminar series “AI Empowerment: Enhancing Industry Capabilities.” The first seminar, titled “AI and Urban Planning: Building Smarter Cities,” will bring together business leaders and industry experts to examine the transformative role of AI in construction and property technology. Discussions will focus on how AI-driven innovations can improve efficiency, safety, and sustainability; enhance customer experiences; create new business models; and open up growth opportunities, while addressing associated challenges and impacts. Through industry leaders’ sharing of effective AI and data analytics applications, the series aims to foster cross-sector collaboration and knowledge exchange, promote best practices, support the development of intelligent infrastructure, and advance the industry in alignment with government initiatives on smart cities and green building development. We are honoured to have below industry experts joining us to share fruitful insights on AI and urban planning, featuring (in no particular order): \- Ir Romeo Yiu\, Head\, Development and Construction InnoTech\, Housing Department \- Dr Rosana Wong\, MH\, Deputy Chair\, Yau Lee Holdings Limited \- Ms Vanessa Yau\, Senior Engineer/Drones\, Robotics and Automation\, Electrical & Mechanical Services Department \- Ir Keith Leung\, Associate Director\, Hong Kong\, AECOM Asia Company Limited “AI Enpowerment: Enhancing Industry Capabilities” Seminar Series – “AI and Urban Planning: Creating Smarter Cities” Date: 19 March 2026 (Thursday) Time: 15:00 – 17:00 Venue: Multi-Function Room, 1/F, Building 1E, Hong Kong Science Park Language: Cantonese There will be booths on site showcasing the latest technological developments in the construction and property industries. Registration: [https://cpta.astri.org/event/ai-seminar-1/](https://cpta.astri.org/event/ai-seminar-1/)

在線旅遊・運動・健康服務平台 🏃‍♂️ ✈️ 🩺 🚀 創業講堂 ✨SCC 大灣區青年創業（智慧城市）計劃- 免費講堂✨ 《創業實戰經驗精談》開講啦 🎓 ⚡ 講堂重點 ⚡ 📌 A. 運動 / 旅遊 / 健康領域創業 —— 真實營運思路 📌 B. 經濟下行週期下，港・內兩地消費者洞察 📌 C. 內地特色社交 + 創業失敗避坑 ⏰ 時間：2026 年 3 月 20 日（五）18:30–20:00 📍 地點：中環中心地下 H6 Conet 活動室 C 📍 形式：現場或線上 Zoom 參與 🎟️ 免費 🗣 語言：廣東話（輔以英語專業術語） 📝 報名：[https://forms.gle/DQbKKjWVsZwTrpEx6](https://forms.gle/DQbKKjWVsZwTrpEx6) 講者介紹 🎤 Ms. Billy Ko ✅ 20+ 年跨境品牌及創業實戰經驗 ✅ 歷任跨國企業 CXO ✅ 曾任 4A 廣告公司 MD ✅ 醫療健康營銷實戰經驗 ✅ Management Drives 授權顧問 📞 查詢：3905 0906（謝先生 / 余小姐） ✉️ 電郵：[hyab.funding@smartcity.org.hk](hyab.funding@smartcity.org.hk) 本活動獲民政及青年事務局相關資助，為 SCC 創業孵化講堂。 活動詳情： [Link](https://smartcity.org.hk/index.php/en/gba-youth/courses-briefing) 歡迎分享到朋友圈、群組，讓更多創業夥伴一齊學習進步 🙏 #大灣區青年創業 #智慧城市創業 #創業培訓 #商業企劃 #跨境創業 #現金流管理 #數字 #旅遊創業 #Online Travel & Sports Wellness Platform

OpenClaw, NemoClaw, personal assistants, 24/7 agents. What does it all mean? How does it all work and what should we know about it? 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)

While some are still meeting online, this is an in person event. Please note that we have attendees of all levels of speaking, including some native speakers. All are welcome! Also, as we meet at the same time and place each week, many don’t RSVP on the app, so we will likely have more attendees than noted here. Note: if you are asked to pay and upgrade the Meetup app, this is not necessary. You can ignore this and still attend our meetings.

NFT's are here to stay folks! This is a group for like minded people interested in understanding, leveraging, using, creating for, profiting from, trading too i suppose, NFT's.. everything around them, complexity, fear and exploits, best practices and more. **PLUS** This group will talk AI ART tools, techniques, artists, video, audio, prototypes and more in the AI assisted production space- ART specifically, but we can get into any aspect of some of the cooler things happening in AI in general.

Bienvenue! Columbus French Conversation group invites you to our Saturday morning French conversation club. Expect a casual and welcoming atmosphere in which to learn french! I will bring my laptop so we can look up new vocabulary as needed! The venue is a beautiful French restaurant so you can really get into the zone :)

**SPECIAL PROMOTION**: Buy 3 and get 1 Free! (5 oz glass jars only) Looking for a creative night out that isn’t boring or corporate? Come hang out at **The Arcane Foundry** for an open candle bar and a 3D print paint and sip! Choose something from our 3D-printed shelf — *think ceramic paint-and-sip, but way cooler and with custom models we print in-house.* Or head to the candle bar and pick your fragrances to pour your own **pillar candle or container candle**. Sip complimentary tea, enjoy bakery snacks, and **BYOB wine or beer** while you paint, pour, and make whatever the hell you feel like making. No experience needed — this is all vibes, fun, and meeting new people while creating something you’ll actually want to take home. **Candle Making** (includes vessel, your choice of wick, wax, scented oil, labels and lids) 5oz Glass Jars $15 8oz Candle Tins $25 12oz Glass Candles $35 12oz Amber Jars $40 16 oz Skull or Jack o Lantern Candle Mugs $65 (Limited Edition!) \[www\.thearcanefoundry\.com\]\(The Arcane Foundry\) **All materials included. You just bring yourself (and your drink of choice).** **Payments accepted:** * Credit Card * Venmo: @Daclaud-Lee * Cashapp: $DaclaudL

It’s time to take control of your mental health. How do you get rid of stress, anxiety and uncertainty? These emotions are buried deep in your reactive mind. Find out what the reactive mind is, and in the process find yourself. Have you ever suffered from a traumatic experience, a deep loss or been through a painful breakup? Has your ability to communicate suffered as a result? And after that, even though you "moved on" did you find that things were never quite the same? Have you ever looked at childhood photos, or reminisced your early life and wondered where that happiness and spark went? Are your emotions out of your own control? Have you ever felt, even if you aren’t aware of it, that possibly you are getting in your own way of your happiness and success? How does this affect your self-confidence? Find out what is at the root of all stress, anxiety, depression and self-doubt. Find out how and why you hold yourself back from achieving your goals and having the life you have dreamed of. As soon as you learn what is at the root of these unwanted conditions, you’ll see it is something you can DO something about. You will not be labeled or categorized at this MeetUp.

Discover Kiro, AWS’s innovative development environment that adapts to your workflow. Whether you prefer specification-driven development or a more intuitive, vibe-based approach, Kiro empowers you to build applications your way. In this session, speakers will explore Kiro’s core functionality and its evolution through re:Invent 2025, along with demonstrations of prompts used to create APIs, hooks, and steering documents. In the latter part of the session, watch as we build a complete example from scratch, showcasing Kiro’s agentic AI workflow in action for spec-driven development and vibe coding. What You'll Learn - Core Kiro concepts and development philosophy Feature evolution: pre and post re:Invent 2025 Practical examples: API creation, hooks, and steering docs Live coding demonstration with real-time problem solving Who Should Attend - Developers, solutions architects, and technical leaders interested in modern AWS development tools and AI-assisted coding workflows. **Speakers Bio:** Matthew Jorat: Matthew Jorat is a Customer Solutions Manager at AWS with nearly three decades of expertise in AI, cloud transformation, migration, modernization, IT, technology, and business. His career spans infrastructure engineer, solutions architect, security auditor, customer success director, support and services director, and operations officer. He was an early adopter of AWS services as a customer, and his current role at AWS uniquely blends his technical and business skills as he partners with executive teams to translate strategic priorities into measurable business outcomes through cloud adoption, AI implementation, and operational excellence. Matt leads end-to-end AI initiatives for enterprise customers, identifying high-impact use cases and maintaining relentless focus on measurable ROI. He holds eight AWS certifications and serves as Adjunct Professor at Franklin University teaching cloud computing and AWS architecture. His expertise encompasses GenAI, agentic AI systems, migration, modernization, and optimization strategies that drive transformation at scale. [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattjorat/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattjorat/) Girish Bhatia: Girish Bhatia is a seasoned technology delivery leader with deep expertise in cross-domain program management. He holds multiple AWS certifications, including AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate, AWS Certified Developer – Associate, and AWS Generative AI Practitioner, and is also an AWS Community Builder. Girish brings over two decades of experience in the information technology industry. Throughout his career, Girish has led major technology-driven business transformation from modernizing on-premises applications to driving large-scale cloud migrations. His work includes API-based integration platforms, data-center and mainframe modernization, and enterprise cloud adoption initiatives. Based in Columbus, Ohio, Girish works at a tech-forward fintech company. He is passionate about AWS serverless architectures, Generative AI and emerging cloud technologies. An avid learner and builder, he continues to explore and apply the latest innovations in AWS to help organizations accelerate their digital transformation. https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/[https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/girishbhatia/) **THANK YOU** *Franklin University* for hosting our meetup! To learn more about *Franklin University*, please visit their website: https://www.franklin.edu/ **DIRECTIONS** Franklin University Fisher Hall 300 E. Main St, Columbus, OH 43215 Map: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jxjBA2hUmS5qrvhq8 Parking is FREE! Please park in Lot C in front of Fisher Hall. See attached map. NOTE: Map the address only. When mapping with Google Maps it may use the Fisher Hall at OSU, which is NOT correct. **Want to sponsor the pizza and/or bar tab?** Please contact me if you would like to sponsor this meetup's pizza and/or bar tab: angelo@mandato.com