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Come lend a hand and grow with us at Wildlings at City Sprouts, **West Coast Park**! Held on the **1st Thursday of every month**, these volunteer mornings are a chance to help us revitalise and breathe new life into our eco-center and nature play space — the heart of Wildlings’ urban nature education. #### Why Join? * It’s completely free to participate! * Learn alongside our dedicated team as we share knowledge, tips, and tools for sustainable gardening and land care. * Get your hands dirty and your heart full with real, tangible impact on our space. * Help us transform and maintain a thriving eco-center that supports children's nature play and environmental learning. * Support urban sustainability by cultivating a greener, more engaging space for our community. * Be part of something meaningful — creating a space where children, families, and nature come together. * Enjoy great company and a positive, purpose-driven atmosphere. #### Who Can Participate? * Adults and teens aged 16+. Youth aged 12–15 are welcome with a parent or guardian. * Local residents and community members. * Eco-enthusiasts, hobby gardeners, and lovers of the outdoors. * Parents of children enrolled in Wildlings programmes. * Aspiring outdoor educators and Forest School practitioners. * Anyone looking to contribute to a greener city and meet like-minded people. #### What to Expect Each Session * **Fresh Start**: Begin your morning with a warm welcome and a taste of what’s growing in our gardens. * **Learning in Action**: Each session opens with a short talk and a guided exploration of the space. * **Hands-On Projects**: Help with seasonal gardening, creative landscaping, upcycling, and beautification projects across our eco-center and play areas. * **Wrap-Up Reflection**: We end with group reflections, gratitude, and shared inspiration.

**Delaying age-related diseases: Can the mushroom-derived nutrient ergothioneine prevent dementia?** Distinguished Professor Barry Halliwell host: Kamil Pabis, PhD, co-organized by VIVA foundation As we sit in this room, we are all breathing oxygen (O2), a gas essential for life for efficient energy production from our food. Yet oxygen has a dark side; some of it makes reactive oxygen species (ROS) such as oxygen radicals, which can damage our body tissues, a factor that contributes to age-related diseases, especially dementia. ROS are not all bad, they help protect against infectious disease via the process of acute inflammation (keeping us alive) yet as we age inflammation isn’t controlled properly and the extra ROS cause more damage that contributes to age-related diseases. ROS levels in the body are controlled by antioxidants, many of which we make ourselves but others come from the diet. Most attention has been paid to vitamins C and E, polyphenols and carotenoids. Consuming diets rich in these compounds correlates with better health, but high doses of them as pure compounds in supplements have had little effect in delaying dementia and other age-related diseases in properly-controlled human clinical trials; supplements cannot replace the effects of a good diet. Interpreting correlational studies as causation is often done, but fraught with danger. In the past ten years we have studied a diet-derived antioxidant that has been almost totally ignored, namely ergothioneine (ET). It is found in many foods, but the major source is mushrooms. Our work has demonstrated that ET is likely very important in maintaining brain health and delaying or preventing dementia and other age-related disease, and pilot clinical trials support this. Evidence is growing that ET is a “longevity vitamin” to support healthy ageing, but rigorous clinical trials are needed to prove this. Its effectiveness may be due to its many additional mechanisms to protect our organs, in addition to acting as an antioxidant. FOOD AND CATERING This event is kindly supported by AVEA. https://avea-life.com/ Please come hungry to enjoy the healthy food! LOCATION 6:45 pm SGT **VIVA Foundation for Children with Cancer** 8 Sinaran Drive, #03-01 VIVA Hub, Novena Specialist Center, Singapore 307470

**ANNOUNCEMENT – Registration via this [link](https://go.gov.sg/stackmeetup-2jul2026-mc) only.** Moving AI from prototype to a reliable production often raises questions about optimisation, scalability and compliance. At this STACK Meetup [AI], we strip away the hype to offer an exclusive look under the hood of PlatformAI, GovTech’s developer-first platform built to scale AI capabilities reliably for the Government. Take a peek into how PlatformAI provides an enterprise-ready platform layer to govern and orchestrate large-scale AI model and capability deployments. Our speakers will share strategies on unifying secure model access, balancing costs using Pay-As-You-Go (PAYGO) versus Provisioned Throughput, and leveraging managed multimodal pipelines – Vision, Document, and Audio – without the overhead of maintaining fragmented infrastructure. Walk away with fresh insights on how GovTech is democratising AI deployment at scale, whilst ensuring proper governance like prompt security, throughput optimisation, and architectural guardrails to address modern scaling bottlenecks. **Secure your spot for STACK Meetup [AI] today: [https://go.gov.sg/stackmeetup-2jul2026-mc](https://go.gov.sg/stackmeetup-2jul2026-mc)**. Limited seats available! Who should attend: Product managers, software engineers, AI/ML developers, infrastructure specialists, and system architects, who are looking to bridge the gap between AI prototyping and production-grade software engineering. **Programme** 6:30pm: Networking 7:00pm: Introduction By STACK Community 7:05pm: Opening By Ethan Goh, Director, Product Management, AI Programme, GovTech Singapore 7:15pm: Introducing PlatformAI – GovTech’s one-stop platform for AI Capabilities By Daniel Yuen, Product Manager, AI Programme, GovTech Singapore 7:35pm: PlatformAI – Models: Unified Access To LLMs By Tan Xiu Quan, Product Manager, AI Programme, GovTech Singapore 7:55pm: PlatformAI for Multimodal Capabilities, across Vision, Documents and Audio By Suresh Kumar Sarad, Senior Product Manager, AI Programme, GovTech Singapore 8:15pm: Q&A 8:30pm: End of STACK Meetup Click **[here](https://go.gov.sg/stackmeetup-2jul2026-mc)\*** to sign up! \*Registration will be accepted via GovEntry only.

**For ages 21 and above.** ### **Address** 526a Geylang Rd, Atrium Residence, Singapore 389482 ### **Schedule** Thursdays 5PM - 6PM ### **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.

*Please note that we will not be accepting new first-time students for this session, as Teacher will be away on a business trip.* *This session will only be open to existing students. Thank you for your understanding.* Join a **beginner-friendly Taijiquan (Tai Chi Chuan) class** focused on health, movement, and steady learning. No prior martial arts experience is required. These are **FREE weekly meetups** covering the fundamentals of **Chen Style Hunyuan Taijiquan**, including basic alignment, breath and intent coordination, and introductory work on **24 & 48 Fist Forms**, **48 Sword Form**, **push-hands**, and **qigong**. Classes include **Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced groups**, suitable for both newcomers and experienced practitioners. Sessions are held weekly, **rain or shine**, unless cancelled in advance, with an emphasis on health, consistency, and supportive community practice.

**For ages 19 and above.** ### **Address** 17A Tannery Rd ### **Schedule** Thursdays 530PM - 7PM ### **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.

What if a tennis class became the easiest way to meet new people? **The Best Group** combines structured, level-based tennis group classes with an optional social matching experience. Here's how it works: 🎾 Join a tennis group class with players of a similar level 🤝 Having joined a class, you can choose to be matched with **three other people you've never met before** for dinner. The difference? **Everyone at the table will already have completed a tennis group class with The Best Group.** Instead of meeting complete strangers with nothing in common, everyone shares the same experience, making conversations feel far more natural from the very beginning. Think of it as a Timeleft-style social experience—but with a built-in shared connection before you ever sit down for dinner. **Join the waitlist for early access:** [https://thebestgroup.base44.app/](https://thebestgroup.base44.app/)

**HI EVERYONE.** The Wolf King has finally returned. And this time… he’s hungry again. After a long disappearance, steps back into the shadows — bringing with him the hunt, the chaos, and the mind games you’ve been missing. New players, veterans, bluffers, quiet killers… all are welcome. Just remember not everyone here is human. ## 🩸 LETTER FROM THE WOLF KING Listen well, fragile villagers. I have been away… but the hunt never stopped. The forest has grown silent, and my pack has thinned. But now, under the rising blood moon, we gather once more. Some of you will stand with me. Most of you will fall. You may think this is a game — but when night comes, you will learn the difference between hunter… and prey. Come. Sit at my table. Let me see if you survive the night. Sincerely, Wolf King Details: New Players, can come earlier! (from 1pm) Venue: Goodspeed Game Cafe @ Ang Mo Kio Block 710a #02-2625 , (5 mins walk from MRT station) Above 24 hour 思家客Scarlett Supermarket。 **Entry fees : $12/- with 1 can and free flow of snacks !** 💥 **Every 30mins Extension $1**

**For ages 10 and above.** This class works on the highest level of physical conditioning, or “fight conditioning”, in a no-contact setting (ie. no sparring). Based on our Sensei’s former time as a National Athlete, expect to challenge yourself with kickboxing combinations on the pads, as well as strength and cardio drills that target the whole body. ### **Address** 95 Joo Chiat Rd, Level 3 & 4 ### **Schedule** Fridays 7AM - 8PM ### **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.

**For women who enjoy good coffee and better conversation.** Sometimes the best conversations happen over a good cup of coffee. This gathering is a chance to step away from the busyness of everyday life and spend some time connecting with other women in a relaxed and welcoming setting. Whether you're looking to make new friends, meet people outside your usual circles, share experiences, or simply enjoy good conversation, we'd love to have you join us. There’s no agenda, no networking pressure, and no need to prepare anything in advance. Just come as you are. We'll chat about life, work, books, travel, family, hobbies, current obsessions, and whatever else the conversation leads us to. Date : 3rd July, Friday Time : 1030am-12pm Place : Cafe Wabi Sabi (Joo chiat) Free to attend - just purchase your own food and drink from the cafe **What to expect:** * A warm, informal gathering * Small-group conversation * The opportunity to meet women from different backgrounds and life stages * Space for meaningful conversation and genuine connection * Good coffee and some time away from the usual routine **Whether you're:** * New to Singapore * Looking to expand your circle * Working full-time * Running a business * Taking a career break * Recently retired * Or simply curious to meet new people You're welcome here. **Things to note:** * If you're unable to attend, please cancel at least 24 hours in advance so that we can offer your spot to someone else. Unfortunately, repeated no-shows may need to be marked as such on Meetup. * As this is a free gathering, there may occasionally be last-minute cancellations or no-shows. As a result, the final group size may be smaller than expected. We'll still be there and look forward to meeting everyone who attends. * We'd appreciate it if you could arrive on time and purchase a drink and/or food from the cafe, as they are kindly reserving space for our group. * Strictly no pitching of products and services during or after the meetup please. We're happy for any of the connections you make to continue naturally, without any hard selling. * Event photos may be taken during the gathering for social media sharing. We’ll always be happy to tag you if you’d like **About The Rewilding** The Rewilding is a small, informal community for women to come together and connect over the shared experience of modern womanhood — through conversation, books, films, learning, culture and the many things we're all quietly trying to navigate in life. Warm, welcoming and low-pressure, our gatherings are designed for women who enjoy thoughtful conversation, meaningful connection and curiosity about the world around them. The Rewilding is rooted in a simple idea: that women need more opportunities to gather, reflect, learn and connect with one another in ways that feel warm, thoughtful and real.

**For ages 7 and above.** Learn Jeet Kune Do from a third-generation Bruce Lee student. How can Jeet Kune Do empower yout life? **Simplicity in Combat:** These classes aim to simplify complex combat principles, identify the forces that shape success, debunk misconceptions, and clarify the principles that drive progress. **Application to Life:** These classes focus on applying martial arts insights to everyday life, overcoming mental barriers, and mastering our habits. The goal of these classes is to explore how martial arts can help you master and reinvent yourselves, ultimately empowering your martial arts journey and life. ### **Booking Information** * The instructor will reach out to you once you've booked the class * Please contact **98225900** to find out how to book this class ### **Cancellation Policy** Credits will be considered used if class is cancelled within 24 hours before the start of the lesson

Join us every other Wednesday during the summer at 5:30pm at Blendon Woods Inclusive Playground. Starts Wednesday June 17th. **Agenda** 5:30-6:15 Kids Play & Dad's Meet 6:15-6:45 Snacks & Father/Son Men's Group Circle \- Simple intro Round \- What are Dad & Son working on? \- Various Topics for Fathers and Sons\(What does it mean to be a man? Etc\.\) 6:45-7 Close. Go get food or keep playing. Mario will lead this group and hold the space. Generally, it is a laid-back, open group that can be modified to accommodate those who show up. If people want to go get dinner after, we can :) It's all about making friends and building a positive community. Mario has led men's groups for several years, sponsored by Speak Your Mind, an Ohio Non-Profit organization with a focus on men's mental well-being. Click here to learn more about SYM: https://linktr.ee/taketimespeakyourmind). All events are non-denominational and donation-based. No one will be turned away for their beliefs or financial position. Suggested donation is $5 per family per meeting (Covers the cost of meetup). **Donation link**: https://secure.givelively.org/donate/angels-for-angels/speak-your-mind **Liability Waiver** to fill out before your first event (Required). This covers the non-profit in the event of any accidents. https://form.jotform.com/242207035182144 Contact Mario with any questions: 808-855-8831 Address: 4265 E. Dublin Granville Road Columbus, OH 43081 Follow signs to the back of the park (Inclusive Playground)

Join Katie McCartney, SRES®, for a straightforward update on the 2026 Central Ohio housing market and its impact on seniors and their families. Whether you plan to buy, sell, right-size, assist a parent, or understand the current market, this session provides reliable insights in a supportive environment. In this complimentary class, Katie will explain trends affecting home buying and selling for older adults in Central Ohio, outline realistic expectations for 2026, and answer your questions in an open Q&A. This supportive, information-focused workshop is designed to provide clarity and confidence with no sales pitch. Ideal for: * Seniors considering selling their current home or purchasing a better‑fit property * Adult children helping parents navigate a home sale or move * Anyone seeking a calm, trustworthy source of information about today's real estate market What You Will Learn: * A senior‑friendly look at the 2026 Central Ohio housing market for buyers and sellers * What to expect when selling a longtime home or purchasing your next one * Personalized answers during an open Q&A You will leave with a clearer understanding of your options and practical steps to move forward with confidence. *** **Hosted by:** **Katie McCartney, Broker & Senior Real Estate Specialist® (SRES) with** Pillar Realty, LLC Compassionate guidance for seniors navigating housing transitions in Central Ohio. *** **Location:** Columbus Metropolitan Library: Dublin Branch 75 N High St, Dublin, OH 43017 ([https://maps.app.goo.gl/GL2vbJgUHqTncbHZ9](https://maps.app.goo.gl/GL2vbJgUHqTncbHZ9)) Meeting Room 2 **Doors Open:** 1 PM **Seats:** Limited Seating (first come, first served) **Cost:** Complimentary

Whether you've never done improv before, or you've done it for so long you were quoted in *Truth in Comedy*, or anywhere in between, come join us! Swing by *Gresso's* for the **Columbus Improv Comedy Meetup**! The idea behind improvised comedy is to create entire scenes from scratch. A suggestion is taken from the audience and laughter is built on the spot. This can be done in game form, like *Whose Line Is It Anyway, Make Some Noise,* or *Wild 'n Out*; it can also be done in a longer way, to tell a complicated story, like *TJ & Dave*. Our meetup, which is central Ohio's longest running (and FREE!) weekly comedy event, brings the games for you to play in a safe, supportive, and compassionate environment. Afterward, many members will hang out in *Gresso's* itself and get to know each other. Not only is this a lot of fun, but you get to work on thinking faster on your feet, your public speaking, plus it's an excellent way to meet new people and build relationships that will last a lifetime, and you do that while laughing your butt off! Ask yourself if you want to join the **Columbus Improv Comedy Meetup**, and say "*Yes, And*" that you'll have a blast!