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dear all, We will move to Bailian Zhongshan BEFORE jing’an opens. Welcome to join us Please confirm with me first before you signed up My WeChat is ellenliu12345 60rmb for 2 hours , 6 people share a court 小伙伴们， 所以我们在静安开放之前将会在百联中环打，欢迎加入我们

**Escape** the ordinary and step into a living snow globe. This winter, we invite you on an exclusive **7-day expedition** to Northern Xinjiang, **a realm** where nature's grandeur reaches its peak under a thick, silent cover of snow.This is not just a trip; it's an immersion into a world of **ethereal beauty**, unique cultural encounters, and awe-inspiring landscapes that few get to witness. Leave the crowds behind and **discover the soul of winter** in one of China's **most spectacular regions.** **✨ Highlights** **🧊 Kanas -** vast snowland, blue ice river, virgin forest **mysterious northern kingdom** **🏠 Hemu Village -** fairytale wooden **cabin village** in thick snow **⛷️ Jikepulin! -** one of the Asia’s largest and most spectacular **winter sports destination** **❄️ Ahe Highway -** China's Ultimate Winter **Canvas** **🫧 Wulan-gu Lake** \- A Journey to a Frozen Dreamscape **🗿 Sea Devil City -** Where **Desert Meets Water** in a Surreal Dream **Destination:** Northern Xinjiang, China **Group Size:** 6-15 people of different nationalities **Weather in Dec-Feb:** -20℃ in Kanas/Humu/Sayram Lake/Yining **Trip Inquiry:** Telephone/WhatsAPP:0086 15001791355 Wechat: OKDealTravel Email: [([mailto:contact@okdealtravelchina.com](http://mailto:contact@okdealtravelchina.com/))] **Day 1 · Arrival in Altay** Check into a four-star hotel and prepare for the journey ahead. ✈️ Shanghai-Altay 16:10-22:35 CZ6860 🏨 Altay 4💎 Hotel 🚌 10km; 20min **Day 2 · Altay – Ahe Highway – Hemu Village (208 km**) After breakfast, embark on a scenic 4WD ride **through the Altay Mountains,** where the picturesque snowy landscapes unfold around you. The journey to Hemu Village takes approximately 5-6 hours, with stops to take in **the breathtaking views** along the way. You’ll check into your hotel in Hemu and enjoy a quiet evening, including dinner at your hotel. 🚌 210km; 6-8h 🏨 Hemu 3💎 Hotel 🥞 breakfast **Day 3 · Full Day in Hemu** You'll have **a full day to explore** this fairytale like village, get up early for the breathtaking sunrise veiw, hiking around the snowy forest, wandering around the little wooden houses (Mukeleng) of Daur ethnic group. Without mass tourists, Hemu returns to an other **worldly tranquil village.** Afternoon, set out for Jikepulin Ski Resort, where you can feel **the rush of adrenaline** as you ski across the slopes or take a scenic cable car ride(with your own expense) . 🚌 15km; 30mins 🏨 Hemu 3💎 Hotel 🥞 breakfast;local speciality dinner **Day 4 · Hemu - Kanas Lake** After breakfast, head to the magical Kanas Lake, **one of the most beautiful spots** in northern Xinjiang. Arrive at Kanas in 2-3 hours. In winter, Kanas becomes **an majestic snowland.** Stop to marvel at **the stunning Moon Bay,** where the lake curves like a crescent moon, and **Wolong Bay,** with its tranquil waters reflecting the snowy cliffs above. 🚌 50km; 2h 🏨 Kanas Lake Scenic Area 3💎 Hotel 🥞 breakfast; local speciality dinner **Day 5 ·Kanas Lake - Baihaba Village - Habahe County - Burqin** This morning, after breakfast, head to the Fish Viewing Pavilion at Kanas Lake, where the crystal-clear waters **reveal the beauty of the lake** beneath the surface. As you travel onward to Burqin, you’ll pass through the Five-Colored Beach, where the **colorful sands** contrast beautifully with the surrounding snowy terrain, and **the Irtysh River**, flowing serenely through this isolated winter paradise. 🚌 250km; 5h 🏨 Burqin 4💎 Hotel 🥞 breakfast **Day 6 · Burqin County – Wulungu Lake National Wetland Park (Fuhai County) – Sea Devil City – Altay** After breakfast, you’ll travel toward Kuytun, with a stop to pay a visit to the Wulungu Lake and the "Sea Devil City" Yadan formations.The surreal beauty of this place is unforgettable. **Continue your journey** to Kuytun, where you’ll spend the night, reflecting on the wonders of the day. 🚌 240km; 3h 🏨 Altay 4💎 Hotel 🥞 breakfast Day 7 · **Departure from Altay** Today is for departure, your driver will escort you to Altay Airport. Your winter Xinjiang tour ends here. ✈️ Altay-Shanghai 17:15-21:55 MU5526 🚌 10km; 20min 🥞 breakfast **📅 Trip Dates & Pricing** **Chinese New Year** 14-20 Feb. 2026 17-23 Feb. 2026 **Early Bird Price : RMB 8290** **Full Price : RMB 8490** **Single Supplement : RMB 2650** **Only 6 early bird spots! Save your space now!** **What's included:** ✅ 7 day SUV/tour bus transport with professional local driver ✅ 7 nights' Trip.com 3 star cabin house - 4 star hotel (standard twin room) ✅ 6 breakfast; 2 dinners in Hemu ✅ professional English tour guide if group above 6pax ✅ all the tourist attraction tickets ✅ travel insurance **What's not included:** ❌ main transportation to Xinjiang ❌ Ski day passes at 200 - 560rmb/person ❌ single room supplement ❌ the rest of the main meals ❌ Invoice, personal expenses and unexpected expenses ❌ Optional entertaiment items at Hemu Village: Horse Riding 160-260rmb/person; Hotspring 170rmb/person; Cabel car at Yunxiao Peak 198rmb/person **What you should bring** * Original passport; some emergency cash * suitcase and backpack * Outdoor clothes **\*Temperature in December/January is around -20℃, keeping yourself dry and warm is important** * Climate is dry and UV is strong, remember to bring shades, SPF 50+ sunscreen, moisturizing skincare products, and a thermal travel mug is highly recommended. * Other stuffs like snacks, coffee, basic medicine, portable charger, headphones, etc are recommended.

Add wechat ellenliu12345 if you want to join the event! sign up in advance is necessary.Welcome join us 50rmb for 2 hours , prepare racket by yourself

This is a group for anyone interested in learning Chinese, including oral Chinese ,business Chinese ,HSK. And on every Friday night we do Chinese Corner,greetings,learning part, language exchange, free talk,games etc. Btw, coffee,drinks are on the side. all skill levels are Welcome!! It’s a great chance to make international friends ,and learn about other cultures . Looking forward to seeing you:-) WeChat : ZoeMandarinClass 喜欢外语的朋友欢迎加入我们！既能练习第二语言，又能结交一些新朋友，感受不同国家的文化和习惯！欢迎大家!

Hi there, Welcome to join our group to practice the new language with new friends. WeChat: ZoeMandarinClass

Chinese Corner in Jing an(Line 7 Changping Lu station) Please free free to join us. All levels are welcome! Don’t worry about your Chinese level, we have mandarin teachers here to help you, any questions free to ask. More informations Welcome to add WeChat : ZoeMandarinClass

what is the best way to spend your weekend ? come to join us for badminton to have fun! please prepare racket by yourself , shuttlecock will be provided , add my WeChat : ellenliu12345 to sign up by our WeChat group . 60 RMB for 2 hours , we play double for fun game , 6 people share one court

Meet other local people interested in Language Exchange: share experiences, inspire and encourage each other! Join our Shanghai Language Exchange group. Do you speak Spanish🇪🇸, French🇫🇷, German🇩🇪, Hebrew, Portuguese🇵🇹, Italian🇮🇹, Russian🇷🇺, Japanese🇯🇵, Korean🇰🇷, Chinese🇨🇳, Arabic🇦🇪 or English🇬🇧🇺🇸?Practice your Spanish, French, German, Hebrew, Portuguese, French, Italian, Russian, Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Arabic, and English All language levels are welcome! Follow us for upcoming events! 请关注近期精彩社交活动！ 微信公众号 WeChat Official Account: 说会英语 手机（同微信号）Phone Number (Same for): +8617317121983 WhatsApp/WeChat：17317121983 📆周日Sunday, 🟢English Talkspace🟢 ⏰:14:00-16:00 🏠 3/F, No.399 Nanjing West Road, Huangpu District Tomorrow Square, Shanghai:🏠南京西路399号3楼【机遇中心 X-Meta bar】 [https://maps.app.goo.gl/thznK3L37XFo6sTF8](https://maps.app.goo.gl/thznK3L37XFo6sTF8) 📆Wednesday 🟢English&Chinese Talkspace🟢 🎟#小程序://互动吧/SXwE0VoPIcGgHVI ⏰19:00-21:00 📍 📆周五Friday, 🟢Language Exchange🟢 🎟#小程序://互动吧/TOXhHCiaBlNSkgr ⏰Time: 19:00---21:40 🏠上海市静安区新闸路1788号3层 3F，No.1788, Xinzha Road, Shanghai [https://maps.app.goo.gl/cdqiGUASXAvjFmPN6](https://maps.app.goo.gl/cdqiGUASXAvjFmPN6) [WhatsApp Group：https://chat.whatsapp.com/BRscBnmLynICxeOQycSvWq](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BRscBnmLynICxeOQycSvWq) 🎫：Early-bird: 40 RMB = 6$ 【set going before 】 normal 50 RMB = 7$ At the Door 60RMB = 8$【At the door buy 】 📆Saturday 【周六】Fudan 🟢Talkspace International Students Language Exchange 复旦同济留学生交流会🟢 ⏰:19:00-22:00 【Saturday】 🏠: 复旦科技园副楼一楼 📍No 11, Guotai Road,Yangpu District, Shanghai WeChat：17317121983 WhatsApp：+8617317121983 https://wa.me/8617317121983 [https://maps.app.goo.gl/bmf1TkzZ45SUR2nX8](https://maps.app.goo.gl/bmf1TkzZ45SUR2nX8) #公众号：说会英语 #视频号：说会英语 #小程序://互动吧/h1LX5oWSDmgO10v #小程序://微博/H1VOJN21MjI0Tjx #公众号：说会英语 #视频号：说会英语 #小红书：说会英语 #微 博：说会英语 #战略合作：复旦科技园 Fudan University Science Park 戏外书店 Obook X-meta 说会联盟

Meet other local people interested in Language Exchange: share experiences, inspire and encourage each other! Join our Shanghai Language Exchange group. Do you speak Spanish🇪🇸, French🇫🇷, German🇩🇪, Hebrew, Portuguese🇵🇹, Italian🇮🇹, Russian🇷🇺, Japanese🇯🇵, Korean🇰🇷, Chinese🇨🇳, Arabic🇦🇪 or English🇬🇧🇺🇸?Practice your Spanish, French, German, Hebrew, Portuguese, French, Italian, Russian, Japanese, Korean, Chinese, Arabic, and English All language levels are welcome! Follow us for upcoming events! 📆Saturday 【周六】 🟢 International Students Talkspace留学生交流会🟢 🎟#小程序://互动吧/Sl7QHUqQbsY1pHC ⏰:19:00-22:00 【Saturday】 🏠: 复旦科技园副楼一楼 📍Fudan science park ▶️location video guide： [https://maps.app.goo.gl/bmf1TkzZ45SUR2nX8](https://maps.app.goo.gl/bmf1TkzZ45SUR2nX8) 🎫：Early-bird: 35 RMB = 5$ 【set going before 】 normal 40 RMB = 6$ At the Door 50RMB = 7$【At the door buy 】 #公众号：说会英语 #视频号：说会英语 #小程序://互动吧/h1LX5oWSDmgO10v #小程序://微博/H1VOJN21MjI0Tjx #公众号：说会英语 #视频号：说会英语 #[小红书：说会英语](https://www.xiaohongshu.com/user/profile/5f2ccb430000000001000244) Talkspace help visitors, international friends, business professionals, and newcomers integrate into local life, explore local culture, and build language and emotional connections. Breaking language barriers · Creating spaces for dialogue. Through cultural exchange and interactive communities, we connect the world, helping people quickly integrate into new cities and experience authentic local culture. By combining linguistic, physical, and cultural spaces, we promote both cultural development and individual growth.

交流无国界，友谊亦无边，英缘际会，语挚情深, 欢迎参加2026年1月25日城市部落英文读书会，社交英语角 weekly Language exchange & bookclub meetup Topic discussion主题讨论: 《Atomic Habits》《原子习惯》 英文读书会 Atomic Habits: The life-changing million-copy [#1]() bestseller。。A NEW YORK TIMES AND SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER，或许成功不是源自偶尔的壮举，而是来自日复一日微小习惯的重复。 ⚡️ 为什么改变总是难以持续？ 也许，你只是还没把习惯“变成自己的一部分”。本周，我们以《Atomic Habits》为起点，探索微小行动如何撬动长期自我进化——不止读书，更在对话中实践“习惯的复利”。 No matter your goals, Atomic Habits offers a proven framework for improving--every day. James Clear, one of the world's leading experts on habit formation, reveals practical strategies that will teach you exactly how to form good habits, break bad ones, and master the tiny behaviors that lead to remarkable results. 参加请扫码报名： Venue: People Square in Shanghai 上海人民广场 Cost: 早鸟小红书转发分享活动公益免费，空降票50元/人，. Date & time: Jan 25th 上午 10:00-12:3 'Atomic Habits is a step-by-step manual for changing routines.' Books of the Month, Financial Times，'James Clear has spent years honing the art and studying the science of habits. This engaging, hands-on book is the guide you need to break bad routines and make good ones.' Adam Grant, author of Originals。。These small changes will have a revolutionary effect on your career, your relationships, and your life. 《原子习惯》《Atomic Habits》，量变引起质变，微小习惯改变巨大命运。改善是暂时的，除非它们成为你的一部分。习惯是自我提高的复利。从长远来看，每天进步1%的效果不容小觑。 你的身份来自你的习惯。每个行动都是你在投票给你想成为的人 Transform your life with tiny changes in behaviour, starting now. People think that when you want to change your life, you need to think big. But world-renowned habits expert James Clear has discovered another way. He knows that real change comes from the compound effect of hundreds of small decisions: doing two push-ups a day, waking up five minutes early, or holding a single short phone call. 作者詹姆斯·克利尔用比较严谨的数据，揭示了习惯的力量。在这本书籍中，教我们如何克服惰性，在微小中慢慢改变，小小的改变最终可能改变平庸的自己。 作者以各种例子说明，每日清晨按下闹钟，刷牙洗脸，喝杯水……这些看似微不足道的行为正以一种几乎察觉不到的方式塑造着我们的健康、事业和人际关系。让我们以一种细腻的思维重新思考这些微小习惯的力量。 He calls them atomic habits. In this ground-breaking book, Clears reveals exactly how these minuscule changes can grow into such life-altering outcomes. He uncovers a handful of simple life hacks (the forgotten art of Habit Stacking, the unexpected power of the Two Minute Rule, or the trick to entering the Goldilocks Zone), and delves into cutting-edge psychology and neuroscience to explain why they matter. Along the way, he tells inspiring stories of Olympic gold medalists, leading CEOs, and distinguished scientists who have used the science of tiny habits to stay productive, motivated, and happy. These small changes will have a revolutionary effect on your career, your relationships, and your life. “Atomic Habits” is a breakthrough in the skill of making tiny, gradual adjustments. James Clear presents the idea of atomic habits — tiny, seemingly insignificant behaviors that, when added together, have the capacity to completely change people’s lives. The little choices we make on a daily basis that ultimately determine our fate are more important than the large ones. The book makes a point of saying that our habits as a whole, rather than a single, significant act, define who we are. Little habits like going to the gym, reading one page a day, or choosing the stairs over the elevator may not seem like much, but they add up to a big difference over time. The 1% Rule: James Clear presents the concept of the 1% rule, which promotes appreciating the value of small gains. It represents a significant shift from the idea that the only way to succeed is to make drastic changes. Rather, “Atomic Habits” suggests that striving for 1% improvement each day can result in notable and long-lasting advancements in areas such as personal relationships, profession, and fitness over time. I could really relate to this idea. Realizing that I don’t have to muster superhuman strength every day is freeing; steady, incremental progress is the secret to long-term success. The Four Laws of Behavior Change: Cue, Craving, Response, and Reward are the Four Laws of Behavior Change upon which “Atomic Habits” is built. These laws serve as the foundation for the development of habits, offering an organized process for creating and breaking bad habits. Recognizing the signs that set off our habits, developing desires for favorable results, planning deliberate reactions, and savoring the results create a feedback loop that reinforces both negative and positive behaviors. With skill, Clear dissects this psychological dance and provides useful advice on how to positively rewire our habit loops. Identity-Based Habits: By supporting identity-based habits, the book offers a significant paradigm change. Clear urges readers to take on the identity of the person they want to be rather than becoming fixated on particular objectives. Becoming healthy is more important than reducing weight. This change in emphasis from results to identity modifies the story we tell about our behaviors, strengthening and authenticating them. For someone who has always struggled to stick to strict goals, the idea of identity-based behaviors was a welcome change of perspective. Being is more important than just doing. “Atomic Habits” explores how the environment affects behavior and exhorts readers to consciously create an environment that encourages the development of healthy habits. We may make desirable behaviors more difficult to engage in and unpleasant behaviors more difficult to follow by changing our surroundings. Stacking habits is another clever strategy that the book presents. We make use of associations by integrating new habits into preexisting routines. This approach simplifies the incorporation of constructive behaviors into our life, much like constructing a tower of habits. Breaking Bad Habits: James Clear takes a practical approach to overcoming the obstacle of breaking harmful behaviors. He presents the concept of habit reversal, which is recognizing the cues and rewards associated with negative habits and substituting them with positive ones. This recognizes that breaking old habits is hard and instead emphasizes substitution. For someone who battled indolence and aimless browsing, the habit reversal idea offered a concrete means to reorganize my brain connections and focus my efforts on more worthwhile endeavors. **Event schedule活动环节安排：** 本活动参与人群定位为上海工作和生活的喜欢英语、热爱交流分享的青年白领，及高校师生。 Other Schedule 其它环节: Heads up words guessing欢乐猜词， MBTI自我介绍 What is your personality, Never have I ever我有你没有， 英文私董会 Mentor for each other. British Parliamentary Mini Debate, 小型英式辩论会 话题抽签，即兴发言 Topic lucky draw Free talk for networking自由社交英语时间 Welcome to our weekly booking reading sharing + British Parliamentary Debate, language & cultural exchange meetup event which focus on informal and fun way to meet new people and cultural discussion. All learning levels are welcome to join. We organize weekly events such as book reading sharing, language & cultural exchange, topic presentation, speech and debate. Embrace the opportunity to mingle with like-minded individuals who share a passion for English language learning, cross culture communication and meeting new friend 我们是一群热爱中外跨文化交流的年轻人，致力于连接拥有相同志趣的朋友，通过组织基于英语交流的多元化的趣味活动，认识一群热爱学习，挑战自己舒适圈的小伙伴，一起探索语言的无限可能！ Are you a bookworm looking for a fun group to discuss your favorite reads with?If you’re interested in meaningful discussions with fellow readers. Look no further and join us! Our book reading meetup is the perfect place for book lovers to come together, share their thoughts, and enjoy an engaging discussion with fellow readers. Our book club sharing session is a great way to engage in lively and friendly discussions, share insights, and meet fellow book lovers. Besides presentation and group discussion about the book of the week, our meetup also includes time to guess words, language games, free talking, mingling and socializing. As always, there's no pressure to have finished the book, we're just here for vibes. Our gathering is not about analyzing the book like a seminar, but more about connecting, sharing ideas, and enjoying a relaxed, social afternoon with fellow book lovers. Also, our discussion topics may go beyond the book, touching on a variety of themes and interests. 放下手机，拒绝宅家。读有趣的书，见有趣的人，欢迎参加本周六城市部落英文读书会，英式辩论赛，用知识链接彼此，让思想碰撞出火花，遇见与你同频共振的朋友。新的一年，给自己的心灵来一场洗礼。遇见城市部落英文读书会欢迎所有喜欢思考，热爱阅读和分享，希望寻求生命里积极的改变的朋友到来。通过阅读分享来进行一场跨越语言与时空的相逢，让我们在繁忙的生活中寻得一片宁静又充满趣味的阅读天地。读书会有团队讨论和自由分享环节，请自由分享自己的观点和看法，也许你就能遇见灵魂的知音。期待与你相遇在知识的殿堂，共同开启一段美好的旅程。 Frequently asked questions: **Do I have to finish the book to attend**? Not at all. If you plan to read or have read it, that’s great; if you haven’t touched it, you’re still more than welcome to join. Come and meet like-minded people and connect over the topic as well as the book. **How can I contribute to the discussion if I haven’t read the book?** The book is simply a conversation starter - our discussions often branch out into related themes, personal experiences and broader topics of interest. Our gathering is more about socialising and engaging in decent conversations with book lovers, rather than a formal seminar. **Can I also discuss my own fav book or the book I recently read?** Absolutely! Our gatherings are all about open conversations, and we’d love to hear your thoughts on any book that’s been captivating to you. **Is this group open to everyone?** Yes - this is a friendly and inclusive group, welcoming everyone regardless of gender, sexuality, or background. The event is designed to make it easy to meet and connect with fellow book lovers in our community. **What if I'm shy about speaking in front of the group?** No pressure! You're welcome to participate in the way that feels most comfortable for you. Whether you share your views or just listen, your presence is valued. A lot of people come alone - so don't be shy!! This event will be photographed for promotional purposes. By purchasing a ticket you are consenting to the team using these pictures for our social media channels but you are able to withdraw your consent at any time during the event. 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Join us for a **Photo Walk** around the **Jing'an Temple and the French Concession** where we will explore some good spots and level up our skills together. **All levels of photographers are welcome.** You can bring your camera, smartphone, or any photography equipment you prefer. 1\. Reserve your SPOT on Meetup ASAP\, we have limited spots\. Please don't show up if you are not on the final list of attendees. If you can't make it, please move yourself to the not going list to allow people on the waiting list to move. 2\. Join [WhatsApp Group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/EDsJrefpjg7GQ4niagkZ2O?mode=wwc) It's very important to join to get live updates and live location. 3\. Follow us on Instagram [@takeaphotowalkcommunity](https://www.instagram.com/stories/takeaphotowalkcommunity/) where you'll find more information about our next events, as well as photos of the group and our walks. 4\. The photo walk will be in English 🇺🇸🇬🇧 but we have members from all over the world\. **Who we are.** Take a Photo Walk is a community-based startup founded in July 2024 in Barcelona to connect photo lovers and content creators around the world. We organise and host our own photo walk meetups and private photo walks in Barcelona, Madrid, Paris, London and many other places. We're an open and inclusive community. Feel free to join one of our events and bring your friends! **Data Protection: Regulations for Photos/Videos at Events.** When attending any events, policies regarding personal images often involve your consent and usage. Generally, private photos for personal use are acceptable, sharing them on social media may require consent if individuals are recognizable within the photo. You should tag the community and the individual in social media. If you're not comfortable being photographed or filmed, please let the group know before the event begins.

**[ 时间和地点 ｜Time & Location ]** \- 周日， 1 月 25 日 \| Sun\, Jan 25 \- 11:00 \- 13:00 \- 佰奥羽毛球｜ Bai Ao Badminton \- 大华路 518 号 3 楼 \| 3F No\.518 Da Hua Rd **[门票 ｜ Ticket ]** \- 95 RMB 包含 ｜ What‘s Included \- 场地费用 ｜ Courts' Fee \- 球、水、饮料和香蕉 ｜ Shuttlecocks\, Water\, Sports Drink and Banana \- 用球： Yonex 9 ｜ Shuttlecocks: Yonex 9 **[水平 ｜ Levels]** **\- 全部 ｜ All Levels** **[注意事项 ｜ The Gist]** 1\. 请注意费用不可退、不可改签。 Pls note it is neither refundable nor transferrable to other sessions. 2\. 门票包含：场地费用、球、水、饮料和香蕉。 Ticket includes: courts fee, shuttlecocks, water, sports drink and banana. 3\. 在 Meetup 上预约不代表您的门票已经被确定。您需要单独在 meetup 上给组织者发私信联系或者在微信上联系 Cai Jin （ 微信号： 30682677 ）来完成您的门票购买。 “RSVP” on meetup doesn't mean your spots are reserved. Please text us a private message within Meetup or add Cai Jin on wechat (ID： 30682677 ) to ensure that your spot is confirmed. Please note that you will not be allowed to join without a confirmation from us. **\[会员折扣？\| Membership Discount\]** \- 如果您希望加入成为 Smash Badminton 会员并且享受会员折扣，请联系微信 30682677 \- If you want to join as a Smash Badminton member to enjoy more discount and other benefits\, pls contact Jin \- Wechat: 30682677

Itinery: 9:00 AM, Arrive at Hangzhou east train station, Take metro to West lake for walking tour in the spring. Lunch break, Hiking at Dragon well tea plantation，Faxi Buddhist temple, 6:00PM finish the hiking and take train back to Shanghai. Please book the train ticket in advanced which will be sold our soon. Cost: free to participate, train ticket, food exclude. After sign up, please add the host wechat via hawk_cn 行程：上午9点高铁到达杭州东站，西湖苏提漫步，法喜寺祈福，徒步至龙井村午餐，下午徒步十里琅珰茶园，九溪十八涧，下午7点结束徒步乘坐地铁回到杭州东站，**请自行提前购买往返火车票。** 费用：免费参与，火车票，餐费自理 Hangzhou, the capital of Zhejiang Province in East China, has been reputed highly as the “Paradise City” for more than 1,000 years. As one of the seven ancient capitals in China, it was once the “City of Heaven, the most magnificent in all over the world” by Marco Polo. Also, this idyllic dreamy place keeping its own poetic charm still ranks top among the most beautiful, quiet and elegant cities in China nowadays. 杭州西湖，柳枝轻拂，桃花绽放。每一缕春风，都带着江南的诗意。每一朵桃花，都藏着春的密语，每一根柳枝，都摇曳着岁月的温柔。漫步湖畔，目之所及，皆是大自然馈赠的浪漫诗行。 Dragon Well Tea plantations！ Located southwest of West Lake, Long Jing Tea Plantations are one of the most gorgeous places in Hangzhou. Long Jing is also known as “No. 1 Tea Village” with growing plantations of almost 800 acres of Long Jing Tea. In Long Jing Mountains Park which is located in the Long Jing Tea Village you can discover many attractions related to tea culture, watch the process of tea roasting and drink famous Long Jing Tea in the hundred-year old teahouse. Incidentally, Long Jing Tea Village is an amazing place for taking pictures for your Instagram so be prepared and do not lose a chance to visit this charming place right now. 画舫推开三月的烟波，垂柳蘸着桃色在碧空写意。苏堤春晓揉碎了千年月光，烟雨裁成白居易的诗行，新燕衔着苏东坡的韵脚掠过断桥。茶山捧出龙井的嫩芽，把时光酿成一杯清欢。你与江南，只差一个西湖之春——看黛色山岚漫过亭台，看落花驮着宋词款款入画。此刻，风是吴侬软语，水是流动的平仄。 杭州市有“人间天堂”的美誉，以风景秀丽著称于世。龙井问茶是新西湖十景之一，位于龙井村内，是走访龙井茶文化的著名景点，也是西湖龙井的主 Hangzhou, the capital of Zhejiang Province in East China, has been reputed highly as the “Paradise City” for more than 1,000 years. As one of the seven ancient capitals in China, it was once the “City of Heaven, the most magnificent in all over the world” by Marco Polo. Also, this idyllic dreamy place keeping its own poetic charm still ranks top among the most beautiful, quiet and elegant cities in China nowadays. Dragon Well Tea plantations！ Located southwest of West Lake, Long Jing Tea Plantations are one of the most gorgeous places in Hangzhou. Long Jing is also known as “No. 1 Tea Village” with growing plantations of almost 800 acres of Long Jing Tea. In Long Jing Mountains Park which is located in the Long Jing Tea Village you can discover many attractions related to tea culture, watch the process of tea roasting and drink famous Long Jing Tea in the hundred-year old teahouse. Incidentally, Long Jing Tea Village is an amazing place for taking pictures for your Instagram so be prepared and do not lose a chance to visit this charming place right now. 作为一座显赫一时的千年古刹，上天竺法喜寺以其佛教文化内涵和其独擅胜场的景色吸引人。古人赞上天竺景色称：“万竹参霄，碧荫数里，寂然空谷，惟闻泉声。 **法喜讲寺**，又名**上天竺**，座落在杭州市天竺山白云峰麓。与西湖周围山水诸胜相连，东接中印寺、灵隐寺，南越琅珰岭通龙井、五云山，西出梅灵隧道即为云栖、梅坞诸景。 现在法喜讲寺的殿宇主要有山门、天王殿、圆通宝殿、大雄宝殿、藏经楼、毗卢殿等建筑，布局庄严，错落有致。千年古刹再现昔日胜景。 法喜寺整个寺庙依山而建，历史上以观音灵验、香火兴旺而闻名大江南北，历代许多帝王临幸上天竺敬香朝拜。尤其是明清以来，每到春香时节，浙东苏南各地的香客纷纷前来天竺敬香，形成每年一度的“天竺香市”，延续至今，经久不衰。 Shangtianzhu Temple is also known as Faxi Temple. It is located at No. 239, Tianzhu Road, Xihu District, Hangzhou. It has a history of over one thousand years and is one of the origins of the Chinese white-dressed Guanyin. Inside the temple, there are ancient buildings such as the Tibetan Buddhist Temple, the Liangfeng Hall, the Thousand Buddhas’ Pavilion, and the Huanghua Pavilion. There are also the Baiyunfeng, Ruituofeng and Ruituoquan scenic attractions nearby. It is a great place to visit and worship the Buddha. If you come to Hangzhou as a pious supplicant,you don't necessarily have tovist Lingyin Temple-there are so many people there,how could the Buddha respond to all their prayers?The three temples of Tianzhu:Faxi,Fajing and Fa-jing are just next to Lingyin Temple,and are much quieter,purer places compared to the crowded clamour of Lingyin Temple.The Buddha can do his best to answer your prayers there,as you are the only one before him. 不尽西湖美，一品龙井香。 人间天堂，茶韵之都，寻茶杭州，欲把西湖比西子，从来佳茗似 Inquiring About Tea at Dragon Well. **Longjing (Dragon Well) green tea** Located just south of Hangzhou province's beautiful West Lake, Longjing is home to China's most celebrated green tea, the color of jade, and has the fresh aroma of chestnuts and cut grass. The best time to visit the area is during China's Qing Ming Festival (usually April), when most picking and roasting take place. Longjing's tea villages and plantations are connected by a cycle pathway and a bus route. Longjing is home to the China National Tea Museum Among the temples, pagodas, and gardens lining the shores of nearby West Lake sit many small tea houses where Longjing tea can be enjoyed in a relaxed atmosphere. 漫步被岁月翻新的茶山，感受自然的馈赠与历史的沉淀。 乾隆下江南时曾经到胡公庙，细细品龙井茶后，对其称赞不绝并亲自将胡公庙前的十八棵龙井茶树列为御茶从此杭州龙井茶开始冠绝天下. Longjing village's tea plantations. At over 1200 years old Longjing offers history and culture in abundance. 清朝乾隆皇帝六巡江南，四访龙井，作了《再游龙井作》，诗中写道：“问山得路宜晴后，汲水烹茶正雨前。”明代文人高濂在《四时幽赏录》中提到：“西湖之泉，以虎跑为最。两山之茶，以龙井为佳。”虎跑泉配龙井茶，是大自然馈赠给杭州的珍品。 独步天下的龙井茶，以“色绿、香郁、味甘、形美”著称。一片片青绿的茶叶，不仅是茶农勤劳致富的依靠，更是经过西湖山水温润的历史文化，是千百年来一代代杭州人的烟火人间。 茶为国饮 杭为茶都中国茶叶博物馆是全国唯一的茶专题博物馆，也逐步成为西湖风景的一个不可或缺的组成 中国茶叶博物馆坐落于风景秀丽的茶都杭州，西湖龙井茶园环绕馆区四周，是我国唯一以茶和茶文化为主题的国家级专题博物馆。共有双峰馆区（龙井路88号）和龙井馆区（翁家山268号），两馆区占地面积共12.2万平方米，建筑面积共1.3万平方米。博物馆集茶主题文化展示、科普宣传、学术研究、国际交流、茶艺培训、互动体验及品茗、会务、休闲等服务功能于一体，是向世界展现中国茶历史文化的重要窗口，也是市民游客茶文化旅游活动的乐园。 China National Tea Museum This charming themed museum dedicated to tea culture is also located in Long Jing Tea Village in the southwest of West Lake. The museum has variety of exhibition halls, each with a different tea-focused theme, such as tea history, extract, affairs, culture and tools. It is an amazing place where you can learn almost everything about tea and see treasured teas with thousand years of history. One more reason for visiting this museum is that it has a tea ceremony area where you can enjoy fresh tea in a calm and quiet atmosphere. Nine Creeks Meandering Through a Misty Forest！ This scenie spot is situated among the wooded hills southwest of West Lake. formerly known as Nine Creeks and Eighteen Gullies.Or it is simply called Nine Creeks. As it remains as natural as ever,with serene rustic charms. 九溪烟树并非以名胜古迹见长，而是以意境深幽的自然景观取胜。每年的4月-10月是丰水期，也是游九溪最好的季节，否则可能看不到瀑布，溪流也较小。

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[The Board Walks](http://www.theboardwalks.com/) are for curious people who love deep conversations. If that sounds like you, **bring a thoughtful topic** and join us for a 5-mile walk (10,000+ steps!). **HOW IT WORKS** **Step 1: Bring a topic** Before you arrive, think of **one** topic you want to explore. A question. A thought that's been on your mind. An obsession you want to geek out on. This is your ticket to the event. **Step 2: Circle up & share** We gather in a circle. Your friendly walk host gives a speech to set the tone. Everyone shares: your name, what you're grateful for, and your topic. That's it. 60 seconds. **Step 3: Walk, talk & float** We walk 5 miles. You naturally drift into conversation with 2-3 people at a time, pulled by topics that spark your curiosity. When you're ready to move on, just say: "I'm going to float!" **Step 4: Feel more alive** Two hours flies by. You're back where you started — but you feel different. More alive. More energized. More connected to yourself and others. That's why regulars join 20+ times. *For more details, read our [Orientation Guide.](https://www.theboardwalks.com/orientation)* **HOW TO BRING A GREAT TOPIC** A great topic = something you're genuinely curious about. Recent topics include: * "What are you passionate about right now?" * "What makes a good friend?" * "What's a belief you used to hold that you've completely changed?" * "How do you want to be remembered?" * "What would you do if money wasn't a factor?" Think of your topic like the dish you're bringing to our conversational potluck. If everyone brings an A+ dish (i.e. energizing, uplifting, expansive), we'll all walk away feeling lighter and brighter. **WHAT TO EXPECT** This isn't a fitness event with casual chitchat. It's a walking think tank where we explore life's big questions together, beyond small talk. *If you're looking for light banter or a standard networking event, this probably isn't the right fit.* But if you crave depth, genuine connection, and conversations that make you feel alive? You'll love it here. **FAQ** * Wear casual athletic attire and sneakers. It's a long walk! * We have multiple first-timers at each event. We work hard to create a welcoming, inclusive, clique-free space. * We welcome people of **all** ages, backgrounds, and industries who align with the [intention](https://www.theboardwalks.com/ground-rules) of this space. * Rain or shine, we've been out here nearly every week since July 2022. If the event is cancelled, we'll let you know. * Dogs, babies in strollers, parents, and friends are welcome — please text/email them the event link so they can RSVP and prepare a topic! **LOGISTICS** * If you'll arrive over 10 minutes late, we suggest skipping the event. It's hard to find us once we start walking, and your host can't answer messages during the event. * This walk is designed for everyone to *move together at the same steady pace* (about 20 min/mile). This format works best when the whole group moves in unison. If you have mobility limitations, we kindly encourage you to find an event better suited to your needs. * Read our [Orientation Guide](https://www.theboardwalks.com/orientation) for full details. * If you enjoy the event, send **[this](http://www.theboardwalks.com/)** to a friend or sign up for our **[newsletter](https://theboardwalks.beehiiv.com/)**. We're in multiple cities with more on the way. 🤠👋 **IF YOU WANT TO GO DEEPER...** [The Board](https://stan.store/ellebeecher/p/the-board) is the next step: a high-trust collective for renaissance people devoted to creating, connecting, and building lives that light us up. * This is a global HQ for people who crave big talk, deep connection, and dream collaborations with people across industries. If the walks feel like a spark... The Board is the fire. Apply [here](https://stan.store/ellebeecher/p/the-board).

**Important time note:** Please plan on arriving between 5:30 and 6:00 as the elevators lock after 6 and you'll need to message us and we'll need to come get you. The building address is 4450 Bridge Park The entrance is 6620 Mooney St, Suite 400 **Abstract** GitHub Copilot is rapidly changing how developers write, understand, and maintain code. Powered by generative AI and deeply integrated into modern development environments, Copilot acts as an intelligent coding assistant, helping developers move faster while maintaining quality and focus. In this session, we’ll explore what GitHub Copilot is, how it works, and where it fits into a real-world developer workflow. We’ll break down what Copilot can (and cannot) do, where it can be used, and how licensing differs for individuals and organizations. Most importantly, this talk goes beyond theory with a live, hands-on demo showcasing Copilot inside the IDE and on GitHub, demonstrating how it can assist with code generation, refactoring, learning new APIs, and accelerating day-to-day development tasks. Designed for developers, technical leads, and engineering managers, this session provides a practical introduction to AI-assisted development, highlights best practices for getting value from Copilot, and closes with guidance on how to continue learning and evolving alongside this rapidly advancing tool. Attendees will leave with a clear understanding of how GitHub Copilot can enhance productivity, improve developer experience, and fit into modern software teams today, not someday. **YouTube Link** TBA

Ciao a tutt\*! I want to revive this group! Let's meet Monday at 6.30pm at the Upper Arlington Library (Tremont Branch) in Meeting Room A to speak in Italian for 1 hour.

**Topic and Speaker TBD** ***Bring your laptop and expect to write some (non-AI generated) code!*** *(title subject to change)* Food and drinks will be available. **LOCATION:** 6515 Longshore Loop, Suite 300, Dublin, OH 43017 **FREE PARKING:** 6725 Longshore Street, Dublin, OH 43017

**Free & Open to the Public!** Feeling stressed, burnt out, lacking focus or clarity, struggling with mental health, or just need a midday energy and creativity boost? **Join me every Monday from 12:15pm to 1pm at Sharon Woods Metro Park (Westerville, OH) for Nature-based Mindfulness Walks and Meditations.** Being outside in nature and cultivating a mindfulness practice is scientifically proven to improve mood, energy, focus, creativity, enhance physical and mental health, and reduce stress, burnout, and symptoms of depression. This 45-minute session combines nature exposure with simple mindfulness and mind-body practices (gentle movement, guided meditation, and nature awareness), to promote your holistic wellbeing and offer a positive and restorative break to your day. As an Integrative Wellness & Life Coach who specializes in nature-based mindfulness and mind-body modalities, I am committed to providing accessible, beneficial, and educational community experiences. Please share the word and I'm looking forward to seeing you there! **Directions**: Meet at the Northeast Lot and Pavilion (on your right) before Apple Ridge Picnic Area in Sharon Woods Metro Park at 12:15pm **Schedule**: * Introduction * Opening meditation * Nature walk – a facilitated silent nature-mindfulness experience * Closing meditation Walk distance: approximately 1.25 mi *In the spirit of acceptance, enhancing mind-body experiences, and widening our tolerance for discomfort, this event is held regardless of weather conditions, unless otherwise notified for potentially unsafe conditions (e.g. active thunderstorm, tornado warning, etc.)*

**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). For this first meeting of the year, we will be reviewing submissions for the [Your Program is Hideous and Obfuscated Challenge (YPHOC). ](https://docs.google.com/document/d/13zbxwElpJqPMuAN4Ele2hUgsqtFKzH3OCTL5NEeiLKQ)Submissions for this challenge are due by January 12th, 2026. The details can be found here: or on our website http://www.cohpy.org See Our [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