Summer Concerts

Looking for something fun? Come hang out at *Mad For Laughs*, our English open mic featuring a curated lineup of fresh and fearless comics :) 📅 **Every Sunday** 📍 **Doors open at 3:30 PM \| Show starts at 4:00 PM** 🚪 **Doors will close at 4:00 PM when the show begins.** To keep the show running smoothly, late entry may not be allowed, and any unclaimed spots may be released to other walk-ins. We have weekly event every Sunday for more details please check it out [here](http://bit.ly/mfl-openmic)! Interested in performing? Sign up [here](https://forms.gle/x1YsKfoNBSsFXsd29)! **IMPORTANT:** Mad For Laughs may be recording the audience throughout the show to be used for promotional material. By attending our shows, you consent to being recorded. Please notify us after the show if you would like to opt out from appearing in any promotional videos.

Hello, Jakarta Writer! **Are you a member of [Jakarta Friends](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-friends/) yet?** Want to see **pictures** of past events? **[Take a look here](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-creatives/photos/)**[!](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-creatives/photos/) And feel free to upload a few pictures you might take at the event 😊 JakWri and JakFri is **the** biggest, first, most active, and most inclusive MeetUp community in Jakarta… and we invite you to join us for this **SHUT! UP! AND! WRITE! #55!** Everyone is always welcome to join our events. Our community is all about creating authentic in-person connections in this urban jungle. Come as you are... it’s the best version of yourself. **ABOUT THE EVENT** So, you want to write? Then shut up and write! Writing is 0.01% "inspiration" and 99.99% getting down to it. We will meet for a circa **2,5 hour writing session at Unfinished Coffee in Blok M**, a hip open space coffeeshop near the brand new Barrito Park. It doesn't matter if you are an established writer or if you are picking up pen and paper for the first time. **Just show up, get down to it, and start writing.** Everyone will be working on their own thing, and we won't talk during writing. If you need some prompt or suggestion on what to write, I'll be happy to give you some ideas. After the circa 2,5 h writing session session, we will switch off our laptops and close our notebooks (but if you want to keep going, feel free!) and chill down. We can also share each other texts and give feedback, if that's something someone would like to do. **The rules of the game:** 1. We aim to start together in order not to disrupt the process for everyone. Please be on time. 2. No talking at the table during writing! After arriving at the table, we will focus on our own writing 3. You can take as many breaks as you want of course Don't be late as we want to start writing together, and please do **update your RSVP at least 24h before the event** if you cannot come, else you will take away a spot from a person in the waitlist. Don't be that persons! **Repeated no-shows will be kicked from the group.** We have organised this event before! You can see a few past events here: * [Shut! Up! And! Write! ONLINE (May 2025)](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-writers/events/315046070/) * [Shut! Up! And! Write! at ngoepi, CIlandak (May 2026)](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-writers/events/314411858/) * [Shut! Up! And! Write! at ngoepi, CIlandak (Jan 2026)](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-creatives/events/312325439/) * [Shut! Up! And! Write! at Rasea Haji Nawi (Nov 2025)](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-creatives/events/311510658/) * [Shut! Up! And! Write! at Mad for Coffee, Cipete (Oct 2025)](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-creatives/events/311064766/) * [Shut! Up! And! Write! at ngoepi, Cilandak (Sept 2025)](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-creatives/events/310532158/) * [Shut! Up! And! Write! at Unfinished Coffee, Blok M (July 2025)](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-creatives/events/308766899/) * [Shut! Up! And! Write! at ngoepi, Cilandak (May 2024)](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-creatives/events/306901326/) * [Shut! Up! And! Write! at M Bloc Space (Feb 2025)](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-creatives/events/305775525/) * [Shut! Up! And! Write! at Kios Ojo Keos, Lebak Bulus (Nov 2024)](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-creatives/events/304408423/) * [Shut! Up! And! Write! at ngoepi, Cilandak (Nov 2024)](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-creatives/events/303766280/) **ABOUT THE VENUE** **Unfinished** **coffeeshop** is a lovely a café with an open space and view on the greenery. It's a new café with an industrial vibe and strategically located in the middle of Jakarta. There's both smoking and non-smoking areas. * Let's meet directly there. There will be tables prepared for us and a MeetUp sign on a table to find us * Here is a link to the venue for more information: [https://www.instagram.com/unfnsd_jkt/](https://www.instagram.com/ngoepi) * We encourage you to reach the event by public transportation. MRT Blok M is just 10 minutes walk! **ABOUT THE HOST** Corrado Nai has a Ph.D. in microbiology and writes mostly about science. His feature articles has been published in Smithsonian Magazine, New Scientist, Asimov Press, Small Things Considered, and many more. Currently he's writing [a graphic novel about agar-agar's surprising role in science](https://fanny-hesse-graphic-novel.site/), called "The Dessert That Changed the World" which can be followed and supported on Patreon at [https://www.patreon.com/corradonai](https://www.patreon.com/corradonai) **HOW TO REGISTER TO THE EVENT?** To register, just click “Attend”! There are a few simple rules * We kindly ask attendees who cannot manage to join to **update RSVP at least 24 h before the event** as a courtesy to other attendees and event organisers. * **Be on time! Don’t be early!** * People in the waitlist cannot attend, and are encouraged to check a few hours before the event if they got a spot * Repeated no-show (3X) without updating RSVP will be removed from the group * Cancellation a few hours before the event unless for force majeur is unfriendly towards organisers, venue, and other attendees and counts as no-show! * People who brings a guest need to make sure that the +1 understands and agrees to our community rules of respect and inclusivity * No possiblity to register with a +1 -- reach out to the organiser if you'd like to bring an additional guest with you (subjected to available places) Thank you for your understanding and cooperation! **WE HAVE A MEMBERSHIP FEE. HOW DOES IT WORK?** Our community has a **membership fee** that make sure we can keep organising hundreds of events as we did over the past 4 years. Membership can be paid as a **yearly membership** of 340k IDR valid for 365 days after payment. Pay online **ahead** of the event to get **10% off**! Membership gives **access to all events** plus exclusive perks\*\*(\*)\*\* available only to paying members. As a first-timer, you have several options: * **Option A**: Join with a *promo discount* for first-timers for 250k IDR/year. Get 10% if you pay online ahead of the event! * **Option B**: Not sure if you want to join for a year? Join with a 50k IDR *sneak peek option* & pay the remaining 290k IDR at the next event * **Option C**: *Bundle offer* to join both Jakarta Writers **and** **[Jakarta Friends](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-friends/)** for 390k IDR instead of 680k IDR. First-timers only. All three options can be redeemed with an additional **10% discount** when paid online **ahead** of an event. In the past 3,5 years we have organised **\~2-3 events per week** (browse past event [of JakFri here](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-friends/events/?type=past) and [of JakWri here](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-writers/events/?type=past)). That is, with your membership you can attend up to 5-10 events/month! \*\*(\*)\*\*This is a non-exhaustive list of special events we have had for paying members only. A [Give Away Birthday Celebrations with lucky draw](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-friends/events/300470498), a [Free pasta cooking (and eating 😉) workshop](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-friends/events/304253623/) or a [Museum visits with free guided tours](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-creatives/events/301738408/). We **guarantee** to keep organizing plenty of events. You will receive a **full refund** if the group closes down, or if there’s no event happening in three months. Yearly membership can be paid beforehand (bank transfer/Gopay) or at an event (cash/bank transfer/Gopay). Text Corrado (+62 8211 489 3580) if you have any questions about membership. It's easy! **THE RULES OF OUR COMMUNITY** Our communities are: * **Jakarta Friends**: [https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-friends](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-friends) * **Jakarta Writers** (former Jak Creatives): [https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-writers/](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-creatives/) Members often participate in events of both groups. Over the past two years, we held over 300 events with over 2,500 attendees. Attendees rate our events **very positively** and give wonderful feedback, with an average of **4.8**⭐ (out of 5⭐) from over 400 reviews ([take a look at our reviews here!](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-creatives/feedback-overview/)) We value diversity, inclusivity, respect, and authenticity. We **do not tolerate** harassment or discrimination of any kinds. * You are invited to join our WhatsApp group where we announce our events regularly: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/BR0sC0BrPbc9xTqvj1qLfx](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BR0sC0BrPbc9xTqvj1qLfx) * Feel free to tag us on Instagram, and we will repost! [www.intagram.com/jakarta.friends.creatives](http://www.intagram.com/jakarta.friends.creatives) * For questions about the event, please post a comment on the event page, or DM the event organisers

Looking for something fun? Come hang out at *Mad For Laughs*, our English open mic featuring a curated lineup of fresh and fearless comics :) 📅 **Every Sunday** 📍 **Doors open at 3:30 PM \| Show starts at 4:00 PM** 🚪 **Doors will close at 4:00 PM when the show begins.** To keep the show running smoothly, late entry may not be allowed, and any unclaimed spots may be released to other walk-ins. We have weekly event every Sunday for more details please check it out [here](http://bit.ly/mfl-openmic)! Interested in performing? Sign up [here](https://forms.gle/x1YsKfoNBSsFXsd29)! **IMPORTANT:** Mad For Laughs may be recording the audience throughout the show to be used for promotional material. By attending our shows, you consent to being recorded. Please notify us after the show if you would like to opt out from appearing in any promotional videos.

Hello, Jakarta Writer! **Are you a member of [Jakarta Friends](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-friends/) yet?** Want to see **pictures** of past events? **[Take a look here](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-creatives/photos/)**[!](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-creatives/photos/) And feel free to upload a few pictures you might take at the event 😊 JakWri and JakFri is **the** biggest, first, most active, and most inclusive MeetUp community in Jakarta… and we invite you to join us for this **SHUT! UP! AND! WRITE! #55!** Everyone is always welcome to join our events. Our community is all about creating authentic in-person connections in this urban jungle. Come as you are... it’s the best version of yourself. **ABOUT THE EVENT** So, you want to write? Then shut up and write! Writing is 0.01% "inspiration" and 99.99% getting down to it. We will meet for a circa **2,5 hour writing session at Unfinished Coffee in Blok M**, a hip open space coffeeshop near the brand new Barrito Park. It doesn't matter if you are an established writer or if you are picking up pen and paper for the first time. **Just show up, get down to it, and start writing.** Everyone will be working on their own thing, and we won't talk during writing. If you need some prompt or suggestion on what to write, I'll be happy to give you some ideas. After the circa 2,5 h writing session session, we will switch off our laptops and close our notebooks (but if you want to keep going, feel free!) and chill down. We can also share each other texts and give feedback, if that's something someone would like to do. **The rules of the game:** 1. We aim to start together in order not to disrupt the process for everyone. Please be on time. 2. No talking at the table during writing! After arriving at the table, we will focus on our own writing 3. You can take as many breaks as you want of course Don't be late as we want to start writing together, and please do **update your RSVP at least 24h before the event** if you cannot come, else you will take away a spot from a person in the waitlist. Don't be that persons! **Repeated no-shows will be kicked from the group.** We have organised this event before! You can see a few past events here: * [Shut! Up! And! Write! ONLINE (May 2025)](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-writers/events/315046070/) * [Shut! Up! And! Write! at ngoepi, CIlandak (May 2026)](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-writers/events/314411858/) * [Shut! Up! And! Write! at ngoepi, CIlandak (Jan 2026)](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-creatives/events/312325439/) * [Shut! Up! And! Write! at Rasea Haji Nawi (Nov 2025)](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-creatives/events/311510658/) * [Shut! Up! And! Write! at Mad for Coffee, Cipete (Oct 2025)](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-creatives/events/311064766/) * [Shut! Up! And! Write! at ngoepi, Cilandak (Sept 2025)](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-creatives/events/310532158/) * [Shut! Up! And! Write! at Unfinished Coffee, Blok M (July 2025)](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-creatives/events/308766899/) * [Shut! Up! And! Write! at ngoepi, Cilandak (May 2024)](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-creatives/events/306901326/) * [Shut! Up! And! Write! at M Bloc Space (Feb 2025)](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-creatives/events/305775525/) * [Shut! Up! And! Write! at Kios Ojo Keos, Lebak Bulus (Nov 2024)](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-creatives/events/304408423/) * [Shut! Up! And! Write! at ngoepi, Cilandak (Nov 2024)](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-creatives/events/303766280/) **ABOUT THE VENUE** **Unfinished** **coffeeshop** is a lovely a café with an open space and view on the greenery. It's a new café with an industrial vibe and strategically located in the middle of Jakarta. There's both smoking and non-smoking areas. * Let's meet directly there. There will be tables prepared for us and a MeetUp sign on a table to find us * Here is a link to the venue for more information: [https://www.instagram.com/unfnsd_jkt/](https://www.instagram.com/ngoepi) * We encourage you to reach the event by public transportation. MRT Blok M is just 10 minutes walk! **ABOUT THE HOST** Corrado Nai has a Ph.D. in microbiology and writes mostly about science. His feature articles has been published in Smithsonian Magazine, New Scientist, Asimov Press, Small Things Considered, and many more. Currently he's writing [a graphic novel about agar-agar's surprising role in science](https://fanny-hesse-graphic-novel.site/), called "The Dessert That Changed the World" which can be followed and supported on Patreon at [https://www.patreon.com/corradonai](https://www.patreon.com/corradonai) **HOW TO REGISTER TO THE EVENT?** To register, just click “Attend”! There are a few simple rules * We kindly ask attendees who cannot manage to join to **update RSVP at least 24 h before the event** as a courtesy to other attendees and event organisers. * **Be on time! Don’t be early!** * People in the waitlist cannot attend, and are encouraged to check a few hours before the event if they got a spot * Repeated no-show (3X) without updating RSVP will be removed from the group * Cancellation a few hours before the event unless for force majeur is unfriendly towards organisers, venue, and other attendees and counts as no-show! * People who brings a guest need to make sure that the +1 understands and agrees to our community rules of respect and inclusivity * No possiblity to register with a +1 -- reach out to the organiser if you'd like to bring an additional guest with you (subjected to available places) Thank you for your understanding and cooperation! **WE HAVE A MEMBERSHIP FEE. HOW DOES IT WORK?** Our community has a **membership fee** that make sure we can keep organising hundreds of events as we did over the past 4 years. Membership can be paid as a **yearly membership** of 340k IDR valid for 365 days after payment. Pay online **ahead** of the event to get **10% off**! Membership gives **access to all events** plus exclusive perks\*\*(\*)\*\* available only to paying members. As a first-timer, you have several options: * **Option A**: Join with a *promo discount* for first-timers for 250k IDR/year. Get 10% if you pay online ahead of the event! * **Option B**: Not sure if you want to join for a year? Join with a 50k IDR *sneak peek option* & pay the remaining 290k IDR at the next event * **Option C**: *Bundle offer* to join both Jakarta Writers **and** **[Jakarta Friends](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-friends/)** for 390k IDR instead of 680k IDR. First-timers only. All three options can be redeemed with an additional **10% discount** when paid online **ahead** of an event. In the past 3,5 years we have organised **\~2-3 events per week** (browse past event [of JakFri here](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-friends/events/?type=past) and [of JakWri here](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-writers/events/?type=past)). That is, with your membership you can attend up to 5-10 events/month! \*\*(\*)\*\*This is a non-exhaustive list of special events we have had for paying members only. A [Give Away Birthday Celebrations with lucky draw](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-friends/events/300470498), a [Free pasta cooking (and eating 😉) workshop](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-friends/events/304253623/) or a [Museum visits with free guided tours](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-creatives/events/301738408/). We **guarantee** to keep organizing plenty of events. You will receive a **full refund** if the group closes down, or if there’s no event happening in three months. Yearly membership can be paid beforehand (bank transfer/Gopay) or at an event (cash/bank transfer/Gopay). Text Corrado (+62 8211 489 3580) if you have any questions about membership. It's easy! **THE RULES OF OUR COMMUNITY** Our communities are: * **Jakarta Friends**: [https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-friends](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-friends) * **Jakarta Writers** (former Jak Creatives): [https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-writers/](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-creatives/) Members often participate in events of both groups. Over the past two years, we held over 300 events with over 2,500 attendees. Attendees rate our events **very positively** and give wonderful feedback, with an average of **4.8**⭐ (out of 5⭐) from over 400 reviews ([take a look at our reviews here!](https://www.meetup.com/jakarta-creatives/feedback-overview/)) We value diversity, inclusivity, respect, and authenticity. We **do not tolerate** harassment or discrimination of any kinds. * You are invited to join our WhatsApp group where we announce our events regularly: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/BR0sC0BrPbc9xTqvj1qLfx](https://chat.whatsapp.com/BR0sC0BrPbc9xTqvj1qLfx) * Feel free to tag us on Instagram, and we will repost! [www.intagram.com/jakarta.friends.creatives](http://www.intagram.com/jakarta.friends.creatives) * For questions about the event, please post a comment on the event page, or DM the event organisers

Join us as we get together for a CAPA Summer Movie event to see the romantic, funny, heartwarming, feel-good classic, PRETTY WOMAN! Julia Roberts and Richard Gere star in this modern-day fairy-tale romance! Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event: DESCRIPTION: A wealthy corporate raider hires a Hollywood escort as his date for a week of high-society business events. But what starts as a business transaction blossoms into genuine love, challenging both of their lives and leading to an unexpected romance. The film is directed by Garry Marshall and stars Richard Gere, Julia Roberts, Héctor Elizondo, Ralph Bellamy (in his final performance), Laura San Giacomo and Jason Alexander. MINI TRAILER: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K-JghOdhAwc](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K-JghOdhAwc) SHORT BONUS CLIP #1 - DIRECTOR GARRY MARSHALL Recalls Famous Scenes from the Film: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HpIMOzieGPs](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HpIMOzieGPs) SHORT BONUS CLIP #2 - RICHARD GERE on the Film’s Impact all these years later: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O0T3O94dAA8](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O0T3O94dAA8) SHORT BONUS CLIP #3 - JULIA ROBERTS Remembers a Gift from Director Garry Marshall: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pJ4AZSjbMsA](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pJ4AZSjbMsA) BUZZ & ACCLAIM: A huge box office hit at the time of its release, PRETTY WOMAN has since gone on to become a modern-day classic! The film catapulted Julia Roberts to superstardom and earned her a Golden Globe for Best Actress and her first Oscar nomination! Critics praise Julia Roberts’ star-making performance, the undeniable chemistry between her and Richard Gere, and its warm, funny feel-good story about kindness, self-worth and transformation! The film’s “intelligence and wit,” “first-class performances” and “sharp, funny script” have made Pretty Woman a classic and truly “something special!” THE OHIO THEATRE: The Ohio Theatre is located at 39 E. State Street, between 3rd and High Streets, across the street from the Ohio Statehouse. From classical music to modern dance, yearly family traditions to hot concerts, the world’s best artists come to the 2,791-seat, historic Ohio Theatre. The breathtaking details (including the 21-foot-high chandelier!) of its opulent, Spanish-Baroque architecture make any night at the Ohio Theater an event to remember! PRE-SHOW ENTERTAINMENT: Now celebrating his 33rd year as featured organist for the CAPA Summer Movie Series, Clark Wilson will again provide pre-show entertainment at the keyboards and controls of the Ohio Theatre’s treasured “Mighty Morton” theatre organ 30 minutes prior to each screening. PARKING: Parking is available at Columbus Commons Parking Garage off 3rd or Rich Streets or in Statehouse Parking Garage off 3rd Street. You can find out more about parking in Downtown Columbus by visiting the Downtown Columbus website. PLAN: Purchase your ticket for the 7:30pm showing and we’ll meet outside the theater between 6:50 and 7:00pm. We’ll head in at 7pm to get good seats and enjoy the pre-show organ music! TICKETS: Tickets just $6 adult / $5 senior! Parking is available under the Capital building, in the nearby garage, or on the nearby streets. You can purchase your ticket at the box office on the day of the event or online here: [https://www.capa.com/capa-summer-movie-series/](https://www.capa.com/capa-summer-movie-series/) Look forward to seeing you there, Dan

**It’s finally happening…** # **SUMMER STARTS HERE.** We’re heading to **Alum Creek Beach** for the ultimate kickoff to warm weather, good vibes, and unforgettable days with your favorite people. Get ready for: 🔥 **Music** 🏐 **Games in the sand** 🌊 **Swimming + sunshine** 😂 **Nonstop laughs with the best crew** This is your sign to get outside, get active, and start your summer the right way. **Bring your people. Bring your energy. Bring the vibes.** 🍉 We’re organizing snacks, so please sign up to bring something: ***Sign up link coming soon, please comment for now*** **Ideas for what to bring:** * Snacks and drinks *(reminder: no open alcohol containers are allowed on the beach)* * Ice and coolers * Towels or blankets * Speakers or games Let’s make this one of those days everyone talks about all summer. Pull up, show out, and let’s get a little rowdy — *the fun way* 😎 We’ll post our exact meetup spot on the beach the day of the event.

Let’s meet and wander the galleries! General admission on Sundays is free. We'll be meeting in the sculpture garden area at the meeting time, which is just outside the cafe area by the main entry. When you approach the front desk/main entry area there will be some seating just outside the cafe area. If you can meet us there by 11:20 we'll head into the gallery area as a group, but if you arrive after that time feel free to message us through the meetup app, and we'll do our best to connect you with the group!