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***About this outing***: I invite you to join the first Hong Kong Plant Walk! We will be doing an easy hike with the aim of getting more familiar with Hong Kong’s native plants by using the Inaturalist app. We will begin with a quick explainer about Inaturalist and then wander at a comfortable pace along small trails near Quarry Bay pausing to look more closely at plants and record our observations. There is a short uphill climb on the route, so moderate hiking fitness and comfortable walking/hiking shoes are needed. ***About the organizer:*** I am a regular hiker, plant lover and Inaturalist ambassador. However, I am not a botanist or expert! The aim of this walk is to discover plants together, document Hong Kong’s native biodiversity and work on removing our plant blindness. ***Please***: ✔Have a true profile photo of yourself, so that I can recognize you ✔Download the Inaturalist app on your phone before the walk ✔Have breakfast and hydrate before the hike ✔Show up on time (I won’t wait!) ***Do bring***: ✔Water or sports drink ✔Comfortable walking/hiking shoes ✔Mosquito repellent ✔Sun protection (hat / sunscreen / long sleeves) ✔Umbrella ***Don't***: ❌Wear inappropriate clothes/shoes (flip flops, heels) ❌Be late ❌Bring guests (all participants must sign up separately) ❌Smoke or drop litter on the trail ***Walk details***: Approx. 4 km with 150m climb. I plan to finish within 2.5 hours. The walk will end at Mount Parker Road with easy access to public transport. ***Meeting time and place***: 10am at Taikoo MTR exit B at street level, just inside the exit. I will start promptly! ***Route description***: Quarry Bay Tree Walk and connecting trails ***Important notes***: * I will make a list of participants with visible profile photos on Meetup. If you cannot make it, please update your RSVP on Meetup as soon as possible. * I will not wait for latecomers and will not check messages after the walk begins! * The walk may be cancelled in the event of heavy rain or for other reasons. Please check this page 2 hours before the event time for any updates. * There is a public toilet near the start of the walk. * Participants join this walk at their own choosing and at their own risk.

【歡迎只作旁聽，會作分享的書友優先】 1. 活動目標：希望大家能夠分享閱讀心得，開開心心共渡週末。 2. 地點：歡迎參加者提議，消費自付。 3. 時間：下午2時至5時（3小時） 4. 活動流程：以廣東話為主，輪流分享閱讀所見所聞，其他人輪流發問。希望各人藉此更能深刻了解書本知識，用更多不同角度探索書本， 互相啟發及學習。 5. 參加者需帶備一本已經閱讀80%或以上的書本 （中英文書皆可），歡迎絕大部分主題：勵志、心理、商業、股票、旅遊、運動、健美、中西醫療、哲學、散文、美術、種植、歷史、學習方法等等。不接受漫畫、雜誌、報章及任何淫褻不雅之讀物。 6. 活動在午餐 / 下午茶中進行。 7. 失約和習慣性最後一刻退出的成員，將從成員名單中刪除。 8. 若有候補名單，曾經失約和曾經最後一刻退出的成員，他們當次出席的名額將給予其他候補成員。 9. 其他事項：活動期間，參加者應小心看管個人財物，如有任何損失，本會概不負任何責任。

Our weekend Yoga sessions have been running since 2010. This practice group is for anyone interested in a Hatha Yoga practice! Our purpose is to release the stresses from the week gone by and prepare you for the week ahead. 🧘‍♂️ **Our practice includes:** * Hatha Yoga postures * Pranayama Breathing * Guided affirmations * Dynamic stretching flow * Combined into mindful sequences **What to bring?** Yoga mat, Water bottle & wear comfortable clothing. **Fee: By Donation** Please donate to help us cover the costs (minimum contribution $120). You will receive the following benefits: 1. Air-conditioned studio to practice 2. Purified environment to breathe 3. Event arrangement every Sat 4. Includes meetup organizer fee 5. 2 hours of learning/ practice 6. Mental, Health & Emotional wellness **Request for Cancellations** A humble request for you to cancel minimum 2 days in advance, your kindness will enable waitlisted friends to benefit. Please remember, consideration for others creates good KARMA. 🙏

聖經討論會是以日常生活與專業議題（如人際關係、職涯發展、熱門新聞、理財、人工智能等）為基礎的基督教聖經討論。您亦可提議主題，內容信徒與否都合適。 Bible Talk is a social event based on everyday life and professional topics (such as relationships, career, popular news headlines, finance, AI…etc.) You are also welcome to suggest topics. All content will be hospitable to all backgrounds.👌 雖然主持人會援引聖經經文，但請放心，這是個安全的平台，歡迎您基於自身經驗、文化、哲學與宗教背景分享觀點。所有背景皆受歡迎且受到尊重。 Although the host will reference biblical scriptures. Please rest assured that this is a safe platform to share your perspective stemming from your experience, culture, philosophies and religions. All backgrounds are welcomed and respected. 😊 主體語言：英文（可提供中文協助） Main language: English (Chinese assistance is available)

(Partner's Event) BBQ Party at ShenZhen Time: Every Sat 19:00 - 23:00 (Usually) Location: The Crazy Coconut Bar, ShenZhen Longhua Baishilong, 3rd floor, 3N100, Above Metro Exit B2 (BaiShiLong Metro Station) 瘋狂酒吧， 深圳龍華白石龍地鐵站B2上方，3樓 Refer to the picture for details on the BBQ Sat event.

用另類角度🧠👽🫀👻😈🌝看香港及世界新聞，一按即入，歡迎分享給親友加入 https://chat.whatsapp.com/Cpc6EqzJYn7LaMZtlYXIaB?mode=gi_t

Presented by： “一舖清唱”專業無伴奏合唱藝術家團隊、進階無伴奏合唱訓練班、人聲口技工作坊(二) 、形體工作坊(二)之學員 [Yat Po Singers (Professional A Cappella Artists), the participants of the Advanced A Cappella Classes, Beatbox Workshops II, and Physical Theatre Workshop II] #當中有我Isa+組員Lawrence演出。如果想參加“一舖清唱”下期訓練，可以問我哋。 [One member and I will show up in the performance.] ##此次活動為個別進場。[This event is without group seat arrangement.] 日期：2026年3月15日(星期日) 時間：3:00pm-4:30pm 地點：荃灣大會堂演奏廳 座位: 自由劃位(先排隊入場就可獲取好座置) 主辦單位：一舖清唱, 康文署 Date: 15 March, 2026 (Sunday) Time: 3:00pm-4:30pm Address: Auditorium, Tsuen Wan Town Hall Seating: No seating is set and seats are served on first-come-first-served basis Organization: Yat Po Singers, LCSD MeetUp費用：免費,(亦接受捐贈) 報名：按Attend-> 填寫1)聯絡電話號碼, 2)男/女, 3)電郵地址(予QR code碼入場), 4)你想參與唱歌/舞蹈/作曲/編劇/其他藝術?-> 確認入選活動 MeetUp fee: Free,(also receive donation) Join: Click ‘Attend’-> Write down your 1)Contact number, 2)Male/Female, 3)Email address( for QR code entry ticket) 4)Would u like to learn some music/ dance/ song-composing/ film production/ any arts issue? \*\*\*a) Welcome foreigners. Please remark your language if you are foreigner. [歡迎外地本地人一同熱鬧.請外地人指明語言.] \*\*\*b) Participants are required to follow instruction of the venue. [參與者要遵守場地規則,違者則有可能被邀離開.] \*\*\*c) Late comer may be restricted to admit and continue in the activity. [主辦組織不作逾候,逾時者有可能不被參加,請預早抵達.] \*\*\*d) No refund or seat transfer after payment, unless is the cancellation of activity or by our group. [交費後若未能出席參與者,繳款不獲退回及轉讓.(除非活動取消而全數退款).] \*\*\*e) Photos taken by our group during activity will be as record and promotion. [活動如有拍照,以作記錄和宣傳用途.] \*\*\*f) When there are 3 No Show, we have the right to ban you out from our groups. [凡超過3次No Show者,本組有權將該組員移離本群組.]

**普及禪修課程 陳卓峯老師主講** **【佛法究竟教甚麼】** **每堂課為獨立單元，不需報名，歡迎大家參加。** 「皈依三寶」、「戒律」、「禪修」、「人生意義」…… 這些字眼看似不陌生，但跟我們日常生活有甚麼關係？ 本系列課堂以大眾對佛教所抱的疑問為題，深入淺出地講解學習佛法的要領。我們可以由此嘗試打開佛法之門，一探佛法之奧秘。 14/3 戒律用來做甚麼? 21/3 修行其實修甚麼? 28/3 佛法修行如何成就人生意義? **陳卓峯老師**跟隨尊貴的格西格桑嘉措仁波切修習噶當佛法逾二十年，樂於將佛法融入生活。他會善用日常生活例子闡釋深奧佛法，啟發學生踏上精神修行之道。 歡迎大家隨喜功德，建議捐助：每課 $50。所有捐款均用於中心的運作及發展，為大眾提供學習珍貴佛法的機會。 詳情: https://www.meditation.hk/2021/jcgp/ #現代佛法 #禪修課程

**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** TBD **YouTube Link** TBA

[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).

Bring your work or your hobby, hang out, and code with us. Follow @buckeyecocoa for more information.

Ciao a tutt\*! 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. Keeping Monday for consistency but we can discuss if there are better days/times/locations!

**New Dojo Location!** **Draft Day Columbus** 1130 Dublin Road Columbus, OH 43215 We're going to try a new dojo location for a few weeks and see how it works Dojos are informal Python group study sessions where everyone interested in Python gathers to learn about Python, help others with Python, or just hang out. Everyone is welcome from Python beginners to experts. Bringing a laptop is encouraged (we'll have extension cords and power strips). If there's something you want to learn leave a comment on this invite so we can plan ahead. We're looking for topic suggestions and people interested in presenting at our monthly meetings. To this end we've set up a survey form at [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/15eBKF1nQQ2XS5gzD4rvhVRHMBEj7lJtHuA9wXupS3Uc](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/15eBKF1nQQ2XS5gzD4rvhVRHMBEj7lJtHuA9wXupS3Uc)

Join us for a night of board gaming with FANG (Fem All Night Gaming). **We are an all fem board game group** in Columbus, Ohio. No cis-men, please! We play modern hobby board games! If you're unsure what that is, we can teach you! We'll be meeting on the second floor of Giant Eagle in their cafe area. Giant Eagle has a lot of food and beverage options including their hot foods bars. You are also welcome to bring in any outside food.

**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). Topic: Type Annotations with John Cassidy 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 Central OH Python at centralohpython@gmail.com