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A Heritage Journey with Popiah & Hainanese Western Food
Step into the stories behind Singapore’s everyday flavours.
This session brings you into the heart of a neighbourhood where food, family and tradition meet. Hear from the second generations of a popiah business (Fortune Food) and a long-standing Hainanese Western cafe (Tuck In).
Discover how their journeys are shaped by resilience, relationships and craft.
Beyond food, spend time at a nostalgic provision shop run by an elderly couple. Chat with them, hear their stories and capture the charm of an old-school space through your own lens.
Enjoy:
**Hainanese-style Food and Drinks, popiah and bring home a collectible DuringMyTime.sg coin!**
An introduction to heritage of popiah & Hainanese Western food in Singapore
Stories by Fortune Food & Tuck In Cafe
Hands-on rolling popiah experience
Conversations with an elderly-run provision shop
Photography tips and moments capturing old-school neighbourhood life
Light bites, mindfulness micro-practice & game quest.
_Pending approval for use of SG Culture Pass. Ticket price is about $42 in total.
RSVP if you are keen_!
Chess Basics Group Class (Adults, Intermediate)
**For ages 18 and above.**
This class is for those who already know the rules and are ready to take their game to the next level. We’ll dive into fundamental strategies and essential tactics to sharpen your decision-making, improve board vision, and enhance your overall gameplay.
Through practical exercises, pattern recognition drills, and real-game applications, you’ll develop a deeper understanding of key tactical themes like forks and pins. Whether you’re looking to outplay your friends, compete in tournaments, or simply refine your skills, this class will help you build a strong foundation for long-term improvement.
**Topics covered:**
**Week 1:** Opening Principles
**Week 2:** Double Attack
**Week 3:** Pins
**Week 4:** Checkmate Patterns
### **Address**
39 Jln Pemimpin, #01-05, Singapore 577182
### **Schedule**
Saturdays 630PM - 830PM
### **Booking Information**
* Please contact **98225900** to find out how to book this class.
* The instructor will reach out to you once you've booked the class.
Aikido Group Class (Adults, All Levels)
**For ages 17 and above.**
This lesson will cover:
* Appreciation of Aikido philosophy
* Focus on body mechanics
* Practical application
This class focuses on understanding the core ideas of Aikido and improving body movement. Students work on making techniques more precise and effective, using better leverage rather than just strength. Training also includes practicing weapon disarm, free movement throws, and handling multiple attacks.
### **Address**
Alexandra Retail Centre (ARC), 460 Alexandra Road #03-02, PSA Building, 119963
### **Schedule**
Saturdays 4PM - 5PM
### **Booking Information**
* Please contact **98225900** to find out how to book this class.
* The instructor will reach out to you once you've booked the class.
Liquid Convo | New Friends & Chill Vibes for 20s-30s
**Tired of the endless "swipe" culture? Ready to meet real people in the real world?** 🥂
We’ve evolved. Liquid Convo is moving away from the "big crowd" noise to focus on what actually matters: quality conversation. We’re capping our numbers to ensure the room stays cozy, the vibes stay high, and you actually get to *talk* to people instead of shouting over them.
By moving to a pre-paid ticket system, we’re ensuring every person in the room is as committed to building a real community as you are. No more "maybe" RSVPs or ghosting—just a room full of intentional young professionals.
**✨ Why Join Us?**
* **Warm Welcomes:** Our hosts act as "social catalysts." If you’re shy or coming alone, just find a host—we’ll introduce you to a friendly group immediately.
* **Zero Pressure:** No forced networking or rigid schedules. Just organic conversation and good energy.
* **A Safe Space:** We maintain a strict "No-Harassment" environment so you can relax and be yourself.
**📍 Venue & Details**
* **Where:** Koyoi by Kanpai (1 Shenton Way, #01-02, Singapore 068803) — *A chic, cozy spot perfect for conversation.*
* **When:** Arrive between 6 PM – 7 PM for the Early Bird Special
**Admission:**
* **Ladies:** $5 (Early bird: $3)
* **Gents:** $15 (Early bird: $10)
* **Walk-in (Subject to space):** $20 flat rate for all.
To guarantee the quality of the crowd and maintain our capacity limits, **all guests must secure a ticket via Luma.** 👉 **[Get your Early Bird Ticket here: luma.com/6vuef3e0](https://luma.com/6vuef3e0)**
**🎁 Exclusive Perks for Our Guests**
We’ve partnered with Koyoi to bring you some extra love:
* **15% OFF Food:** Hungry? Enjoy a discount on the entire food menu all night.
* **Ladies' Special:** Arrive early (6 PM – 7 PM) to enjoy Free Shots on the house! 🍸
**🤝 Our Community Values (The "Fine Print")**
To keep our vibes high and our community safe, we have a zero-tolerance policy for solicitation, insurance/MLM pitching, or any form of harassment. If anyone makes you feel uncomfortable, please let an organizer know immediately. We’ve got your back.
**💬 FAQs**
**"I’m coming alone... is that okay?"** Absolutely! About 70% of our attendees come solo. Our hosts are on-site specifically to help you break the ice and ensure no one is left standing alone.
**"What if I don't drink alcohol?"** No problem! Koyoi has a great selection of non-alcoholic beverages and food. It’s about the *convo*, not just the *liquid*.
👉 **Telegram:** [https://t.me/liquid_convo](https://t.me/liquid_convo) 👉 **Instagram:** [@liquidconvo](https://www.instagram.com/liquidconvo/?referrer=luma)
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Practical Philosophy Meetup - Singapore 🇸🇬
🏛️ **WHAT'S PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY ABOUT?**
Practical Philosophy is a weekly meet-up that brings critical thinkers together for an opportunity to dive deep on a topic, practice communicating, and building a community. All with no ‘official’ philosophy knowledge required! 😎
Practical Philosophy is based on the idea that philosophy should be accessible to all, and not something reserved only for academics. Each week we choose a topic, and the goal is to use the conversation to develop our critical thinking and communication as we explore that topic.
The goal is to help develop our Critical Thinking, Communication, and Community 🙌
📓 **HOW DOES IT WORK?**
Each week, we pick one topic and discuss it. The topic for the week is shared, generally in the [Whatsapp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hg7zL8ClpzM3agJCvw5HDS), along with jump-off points to get the conversation going.
When groups get bigger than 7-8 people, it’s important that we break into smaller groups. This way we are able to maintain a conversational flow as opposed to having our meetups feel like a discourse or lecture.
**General Meeting Agenda**
Each Practical Philosophy meet-up follows this general timeline:
* 19:00-19:15 - People arrive and chat, get to know each other before the ‘official' start.
* 19:15-19:25 - Meeting introduction, explanation of Practical Philosophy and the topic for the week, read the guidelines and the overview so attendees know what to expect in terms of timelines.
* 19:25-20:45 - Break into small groups - introduce yourselves and general thoughts on the topic, open discussion afterwards. At this point the group can review the ‘jump-off’ questions as needed, but they are just there to help guide the conversation. It’s not obligatory to answer them.
* 20:45-21:00 - Bring everyone back together to discuss conclusions of the topic - each group gives a short 1-minute summary. Organizer concludes the meeting and everyone takes a group photo.
* 21:00 - The official meeting is over but it’s a great opportunity to get to know people in a non-structured environment, so we often stick around, chat, and get to know each other.
**🧧PRICING?**
Practical Philosophy Club is FREE to attend! We just ask that if we are meeting in a café, buy a beverage! Some chapters rent a space for us to meet, and they may ask for donations to help contribute to the cost of rent. Donations will always be 100% voluntary though!
💛 WHAT PEOPLE SAY ABOUT PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY
🗣 “I feel like Philosophy Club helps someone build their own belief system through a series of perspectives while not promoting what’s right and wrong” - Ekam
🗣 “I got hooked from day 1 (the topic was authority) and felt it was the right place for me. I feel it is a place where people can go to learn and discuss new perspectives and increase critical thinking and community by interacting with people who might challenge your point of views but at the same time encourage you to have openness and mind flexibility.” - Daniel
**🤓 FAQ**
* What will we talk about? What's the topic?
The topic for the week is shared every Sunday in the Whatsapp group. We try to add the topic to the comment section on this event page as well but if you don’t see it, the topic and the jump-off points will be in our [Whatsapp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hg7zL8ClpzM3agJCvw5HDS).
* Do I need to study or read anything to attend?
No preparation is necessary. This isn’t a study of other thinkers. We want to know what YOU think about the topic, not what an old philosopher thought. If you have a perspective from a religion or a school of thought to share, throw it on the table and we’ll discuss it, but it's not required.
* Is there a specific philosophy that Practical Philosophy is focused on?
The goal of our meet-ups is to not have dogmatic discussions, and flex our critical thinking muscles. Because of this, we want to hear from every realm of thought, and don't study a particular school.
* Is it mostly men that attend?
Surprisingly, no! Although philosophy is seen as a Candelabra affair in a dark room with a bunch of guys, our Practical Philosophy meetups are generally 50/50 between genders, and we don’t meet in any dark rooms.
* Can I come alone?
Of course you can, we encourage it :)
* Can I be late?
Please don't be! We do have a 15 minute grace period where we allow people to funnel in while we hang out, but after that if you arrive too late, it disrupts the flow of the conversation.
* Where do you meet?
The location is posted in Meetup and our [Whatsapp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hg7zL8ClpzM3agJCvw5HDS) group for this location. It is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that you join the Whatsapp group! If you want to know what other cities have a Practical Philosophy Club, you can see our chapters on our [website](https://www.practicalphilosophy.club/practical-philosophy-locations/).
**PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY - Making Philosophy Available To All.** ✨
Practical Philosophy hosts weekly, in-person meetups in over 20 countries, including Canada, Spain, Japan, Mexico and many more! 🗺️
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Join our [Whatsapp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hg7zL8ClpzM3agJCvw5HDS) 👈
Follow us on [Instagram](www.instagram.com/practicalphilosophyclub/) 👈
Our [website](https://www.practicalphilosophy.club/) 👈
Learn & Share - Non-Fiction Book Club : Apr 2026
### **📚 Wiser & Faster Club - Apr 2026 Meetup**
See you at our April 2026 book sharing & discussion meetup.
For regular participants, please note this Apr edition will be on a Sun (Versus our usual Sat) due to venue availability
For anyone new to the group, Wiser Faster is a space for curious, growth-minded people to come together, share what they’ve learned from a great non-fiction book, and spark deeper conversations.
Join us to build a quality network and accelerate your own growth!
### **What To Expect**
**📍 Date:** Sun, 26 Apr 2026
**🕙 Time:** 11am–1pm
**📌 Venue:** OCBC Bookxcess Level 4, Wisma Atria, Orchard Rd ( https://www.ocbc.com/personal-banking/ocbc-wisma-partners-bookxcess.page )
**👥 Group Size:** Small & focused (15-20pax) so everyone gets to contribute
Rather than the _typical_ book club where everyone has to read the same book beforehand, WFC is a relaxed brunch-time huddle with 2-3 “Book Sharers” taking 15min turns to present insights from a piece of non-fiction that they’ve read which is followed by open discussion.
Bring your curiosity and let’s bounce ideas around.
### **How You Can Join**
**🙋 Learner**-Sit in, listen actively, and join the discussion if you feel like it
**📚 Sharer**\- Read a non\-fiction book \(Or Podcast\, TED Talk\, etc\.\) that blew your mind? Present your key takeaways in 15min\-s\.
**🎙️ Host**-For returning members keen to try light facilitation or emceeing
*"We become good by reading. We become great by writing. We gain mastery by teaching"*
### **Agenda**
* Introduce yourselves (15mins)
* Sharer A (15mins)
* Discussion A (30mins)
* Break (15mins)
* Sharer B (15mins)
* Discussion B (30mins)
* Group selfie and break off
* Post-event meal, buy your own (OTOT)
**[RSVP etiquette]**
• Update your RSVP if you can’t attend to help with planning.
• No-shows are unfair to those on the waitlist.
• Consistent no-shows may result in blacklisting from future events
📩 *Interested in being a future sharer or Host? Let us know via this form https://forms.gle/8U3oJ64sfrieYxNb9*
_Join our Telegram channel to talk to other WFC members and get the latest updates https://t.me/+Im6CfPzD60RlNTA1_
Let’s get Wiser, Faster - Together.
Raise Your Spiritual IQ!
**Raise Your Spiritual IQ!**
Spiritual Discussion : **Moving Past the Past**
\- Breaking free from karma & reincarnation
Sunday, 26 April 2026, 3.30 pm to 4.45pm
(registration starts 3.00pm)
Gordon Industrial Building #03-06
113 Eunos Avenue 3, Singapore 409838
❖ Join other like-hearted, everyday people who have discovered keys to having extraordinary experiences with the Divine, which give them the strength and resilience to meet life.
❖ Throughout the ages, many spiritual truth seekers have used prayer, the singing of holy words, and meditation to bring themselves closer to God. Come and Experience an ancient mantra and sacred sound in a direct, personal way which can bring alignment with your true purpose and helps you make better decisions on career, finance, relationships and more.
❖ People of all faiths and backgrounds are welcome to attend this event to explore, experience, share and discuss! More spiritual keys will be shared in future events.
Join us in this Raise Your Spiritual IQ Event to get simple, yet powerful techniques, discover the secrets of karma and reincarnation to answer questions about your life today.
Bring along a friend or two to this event to explore special ways to raise your spiritual IQ and group discussion on **Moving Past the Past**
\- Breaking free from karma & reincarnation
Be sure to pick up your free Experience Journal!
Explore Your Spirituality from a New Perspective
Mark Your Calendar!
"As Soul, you have the God knowledge within you."
\- ECK Master Harold Klemp
www.eckankar.sg
ECKANKAR, the Path of Spiritual Freedom
Sunday Reading @ Chinatown (Whiskdom)
Welcome! Gist below! :-)
1. Bring a book to the meet!
2. Buy a drink (and a bite if you're hungry).
3. Say hi to the folks.
4. Read!
5. We'll do a short round of intros and a short sharing at the end too. :)
Come in and find us (we're probably the only reading group)! In the event that the place is full, we'll find a back up nearby. :-)
This is a limited seats, small group event, so do try to update your RSVP early if your plans change! Thanks in advance!
Nearest MRT: Stevens
Aikido Group Class (Adults, All Levels)
**For ages 17 and above.**
This lesson will cover:
* Appreciation of Aikido philosophy
* Focus on body mechanics
* Practical application
This class focuses on understanding the core ideas of Aikido and improving body movement. Students work on making techniques more precise and effective, using better leverage rather than just strength. Training also includes practicing weapon disarm, free movement throws, and handling multiple attacks.
### **Address**
Alexandra Retail Centre (ARC), 460 Alexandra Road #03-02, PSA Building, 119963
### **Schedule**
Sundays 4PM - 5PM
### **Booking Information**
* Please contact **98225900** to find out how to book this class.
* The instructor will reach out to you once you've booked the class.
Sunday Reading @ Kovan
Welcome! Gist below! :-)
1. Bring a book to the meet!
2. Buy a drink (and a bite if you're hungry).
3. Say hi to the folks (pls note the venue is pet cafe so there will be furry friends).
4. Read!
5. We'll do a short round of intros and a short sharing at the end too. :)
Come in and find us (we're probably the only reading group)! In the event that the place is full, we'll find a back up nearby. :-)
This is a limited seats, small group event, so do try to update your RSVP early if your plans change! Thanks in advance!
Nearest MRT: Kovan
Sunday Reading @ Farrer Park
Usual routine: bring any book, get a drink (or more), get acquainted, read, wrap up.
This is a limited seats, small group event, so do try to update your RSVP early if your plans change! Thanks in advance!
Nearest MRT: Farrer Park
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Duty vs. Results: What Makes an Action Moral?
When judging morality, should we prioritize **intentions/duty** or **outcomes/results**? It introduces two influential philosophers as representatives of these approaches.
* **Immanuel Kant (deontology):** An action is moral when it is done from **duty** and follows rational, universal principles (the **categorical imperative**). Certain acts—like lying—are wrong regardless of the consequences; you can’t do a wrong thing for a right reason.
* **John Stuart Mill (utilitarian consequentialism):** The morality of an action is determined by its **effects**, specifically how much **happiness/well-being** it produces. Mill argues that some pleasures are “higher” than others, and that good intentions don’t redeem harmful outcomes.
## Discussion Questions
1. **The lying dilemma:** A murderer comes to your door and asks if your friend is hiding inside. Kant would say you must not lie.
2. **Can good intentions rescue a bad outcome?**
3. **The organ harvest problem:** A surgeon has five patients dying of organ failure and one healthy patient in for a checkup. Killing the one to harvest organs would save five lives, and the math works out for the utilitarian. Why does this feel so deeply wrong? Is that feeling a point in Kant's favor, or just a bias we should overcome?
4. **Do rules need exceptions?** Kant insists moral rules must be universal, with no exceptions. But most of us can imagine extreme scenarios where any rule seems like it should bend. Does the need for exceptions fatally undermine deontology, or is the strength of the system precisely that it refuses to bend?
5. **Who gets to calculate the consequences?** Utilitarianism asks us to maximize good outcomes, but we're notoriously bad at predicting consequences. If we can't reliably know the results of our actions, is it practical to base our entire moral system on outcomes? Does this uncertainty push us back toward rules and principles?
6. **Everyday morality:** Think about a real moral decision you've made recently, even a small one. Did you reason more like a Kantian (what's the right thing to do in principle?) or more like a utilitarian (what will produce the best result?)? Do most people naturally lean one way?
7. **Justice vs. the greater good:** A town can prevent a deadly plague by sacrificing one innocent person. The greater good is clearly served. But is it just? Can an action be morally right and deeply unjust at the same time?
8. **The big synthesis question:** Are these two systems actually opposed, or do they often arrive at the same answers by different paths? Is it possible that we need both: rules to guide us in the moment and consequences to evaluate systems and policies over time?
Unknown Number: The High School Catfish
A very unusual choice for his group... Unknown Number: High School Catfish is an American [true crime](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/True_crime "True crime") documentary film directed by [Skye Borgman](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Skye_Borgman "Skye Borgman") and released to [streaming](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Streaming_media "Streaming media") on [Netflix](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Netflix "Netflix") on August 29, 2025.
The documentary explores the events and investigation into an unknown person [cyberbully](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cyberbullying "Cyberbullying") and [harassing](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harassment "Harassment") teenagers in [Beal City, Michigan](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beal_City,_Michigan "Beal City, Michigan") using an unknown number via insults and sexual claims. It also explores the increasingly great impact of the harassment on the community, the eventual reveal of the culprit, and the trial that followed.
IMPORTANT INFO: I strongly suggest not reading anything about it online before seeing it. It's best viewed with no previous knowledge. This documentary contains crude terminology and deals with cyberbullying, which may be a trigger for some folks.
PLEASE NOTE - WE ARE STARTING AT 6:30, WHICH IS THIRTY MINUTES EARLIER THAN USUAL.
Unfortunately, it is only available on Netflix. If you would like to attend but do not have Netflix, say so and maybe we can figure something out.
Libera Animae - Freeing the Soul
Main Library, Meeting Room 2B
Join us for a welcoming evening of reflection, gentle music, and meaningful conversation. We’ll begin with a short grounding moment, followed by a brief reading from spiritual or philosophical traditions, and an open reflection circle where participants can share (or simply listen).
Libera Animae is an interfaith community focused on inner growth, creativity, and authentic connection.
All backgrounds are welcome.
ASH UU Topic: TBD
ASH is Atheists, Skeptics and Humanists of First Unitarian Universalists of Columbus Ohio
TBD
Snacks are usually available, and you are welcome to bringing something to share!
COUNT Discussion Meeting: Topic: Current Events
We may pick a specific topic and post in advance or may discuss current events and various ad hoc topics . We would love to spend time hanging out and getting to know one another.
Atheist, agnostics, other non-theists, and atheist-friendly people are welcome to join us.
Note: COUNT operates a Facebook page at www.facebook.com/groups/COUNT.discussions (http://www.facebook.com/groups/COUNT.discussions/) to promote discussions among members and visitors.
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