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Shanghai Xuyan • 叙宴叙敦煌
Looking for a dining experience that goes beyond just food in Shanghai?
Step into a world where cuisine meets performance, and every dish tells a story.
At **Xu Yan (叙宴)**, dining becomes an immersive cultural journey — blending fine Chinese gastronomy with theatrical storytelling and stunning visuals.
More than just a restaurant, Xu Yan is a multi-sensory dining experience where tradition, art, and modern creativity come together on one stage.
**Time & Date:** Flexible booking (**1 day in advance**)
**Location:** No. 40 Wenshui Road, Jing'an District, Shanghai, China (上海市静安区汶水路40号).
**Access:** Metro Line 1, Wenshui Road Station (Exit 2).
**Hours:** Lunch 11:50 AM - 2:00 PM; Dinner 6:50 PM - 9:00 PM.
**Recommendations:** It is highly recommended to arrive 1–2 hours early if you have booked costume/makeup packages.
**Activity Duration:** 3 hours
**Shanghai Xuyan • Xu Dunhuang pricing:**
❤ Lunch:
SVIP Seats: 598/person (same price for all sizes).
VIP Seating: 498/person
General Admission: 398/person
❤Dinner:
SVIP Seats: 698/person (same price for all sizes).
VIP Seating: 598/person
General seating: 498/person.
❤ Attire: Makeup and hairstyle – 188/person, clothing – 100/person.
❤Child ticket:
1\. Height below 130 cm: 198/seat\. Options include VIP\+regular seating\.
2\. You must sit in the same area as an adult; you cannot be seated alone\.
3\. Child tickets do not include the option to select SVIP seating\.
**What's included**
* Meal
* Performance
* booking service fee
* Transportation
* All personal expenses and fees not mentioned in the inclusions.
Jun 27【Shaolin After Dark】A Kung Fu Experience in the Heart of Shanghai
Step into the world of legendary Shaolin warriors with a hands‑on, 90‑minute self‑defense experience designed exclusively for inbound travelers.
**Highlights:**
🥋 **Authentic Shaolin Monk Instruction** – Learn practical, real‑world moves directly from a disciplined Shaolin warrior, not just an ordinary coach.
🏟️ **Professional Indoor Venue** – Train in a dedicated, well‑equipped space perfect for all weather and all skill levels.
🧘 **True Shaolin Zen Spirit** – Beyond kicks and blocks, feel the calm focus, breathing control, and meditation that define authentic Shaolin kung fu.
⚡ **Rapid Self‑Defense Skills** – Master simple but effective techniques to boost your confidence and safety on the road.
🍵 **Zen Tea Break & Cultural Talk** – After training, relax with a traditional Zen tea break and discuss Shaolin philosophy, history, and way of life directly with the Shaolin monk master.
**Experience:**
From basic stances to joint locks and escapes, each move is rooted in centuries of Shaolin wisdom. No prior experience needed – just bring your curiosity and energy.
**Perfect for:**
Solo travelers, families, or anyone who wants a unique, empowering souvenir from China that stays with them for life.
**Duration:** 1.5-2 hours
**Includes:** English‑speaking Shaolin monk instructor, all training gear, and a small Zen tea break.
**Book now – walk like a traveler, defend like a master.**
**Itinerary**
* 19:30 – Check-in & Gathering
* 19:45 – Shaolin Kung Fu Culture Introduction
* 20:00 – Shaolin Fundamentals: Meditation, Hand Techniques, Footwork, Kicks
* 20:20 – Experience: Shaolin 13-Posture Fist (Shisan Quan)
* 20:45 – Social Time with Tea & Fruits, Q&A with master
**Time and Date: Saturday June 27th, 2026**, 7:30pm-9:30pm
**Location: 1418 Wuding West Road**, Shanghai, close to Ext 5 Jiangsu Road Metro Station Metro Line 11
**Price: 349rmb or 52 USD** per person
**Group size: 6** to 15 people ( above 4 years old )
**What's included in the price:**
· Coach instruction service
· Training session
· Basic gear
· Complimentary tea and fruits
· First-Aid Kit
**What's not included in the price:**
· Your own expenses
**Event Inquiry&Booking:**
Telephone/WhatsAPP:0086 15001791355
Wechat: OKDealTravel
Email: [contact@okdealtravelchina.com](mailto:contact@okdealtravelchina.com)
Website: https://www.okdealtravelchina.com
【7-Day North Xinjiang】Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake&Yili, Perfect Summer Escape
***From mysterious alpine lakes to wind-whispered deserts – seven days across Northern Xinjiang's wildest landscapes***
This 7-day journey takes you deep into the wild heart of Northern Xinjiang – a land of alpine lakes, nomadic villages, wind-sculpted deserts, and colorful river canyons.
**Day 1 · ✈️ Urumqi arrival - Overnight Train to Altay**
**✨ Urumqi City**
✈️ Shanghai Hongqiao T1 - Urumqi 12:10 - 17:40 9C8865
🏨 Train Overnight with Hard Sleeper Urumqi -Altay 23:40- 09:00 +1 K9765
\*If all of the guest are available to departure before noon time from Urumqi, we will change the itinerary by taking but to Altay with 5 hrs drive
**Day 2 · Altay -🚌2.5h- Kanas - Jiayudeng**
✨ Kanas Full Day Tour
🏨 4 star hotel in Jiayudeng
🚌 210km; 3.5h
**Day 3· Jiadengyu – Second Entry to Kanas – Baihaba – Hemu**
✨ Swan Lake, Shenxian Bay, Wolong Bay in Kanas, Baihaba and Hemu Village
🏨 3 star wooden cabin guest house at Hemu Village
🚌 10km; 10mins
🥞 breakfast
**Day 4 ·Hemu – Burqin (Full day in Hemu) - Rainbow Beach**
✨ Hemu Village Hiking& Horse trekking, Rainbow Beach sunset
🏨 4 star hotel in Burqin
🚌 120km; 2h
🥞 breakfast
**Day 5 ·Burqin – Urho Devil’s City – Usu**
✨ Urho Devil’s City;
🏨 4 star hotel in Usu
🚌 250km; 3h
🥞 breakfast
**Day 6 ·Usu – Sayram Lake – Yining**
✨ Sayram Lake;
🏨 4 star hotel in Yining
🚌 440km; 5.5h
🍲 breakfast;
**Day 7·Yining Airport Departure✈️**
✨ Yining City Free Time
🚌 10km; 20min
🥞 breakfast
**Destination:** Northern Xinjiang, China
**Group Size:** 4-10 people of different nationalities
**Group date & price:(7d6n)**
**What's included:**
**√ Transport**: 7 days of private local transport, airport picking up & seeing off service during designated time of arrival/departure,hard sleeper train tickets urumqi - Altay
√ **Tour guide:** experienced English-speaking local tour guide except D7
√ **Hotel**: best expat-friendly local hotel every night (from 3 to 4 star) with daily breakfast
√ **Entrance Tickets** to all the main scenic spots listed in the itinerary
√ **Travel insurance**
**√ first-aid kit, water on bus etc**
**What's not included:**
× **Main transportation** (flights) from and to Xinjiang
× Main meals during the trip
× **Single room supplement**
× Invoice, personal expenses and unexpected expenses
Weekend Drink & Mingle
晚7-9点 周末小酌@静安香格里拉Calypso地中海酒廊!
Meetup Citywalk invite you to join our weekend drink & Mixer event at Calypso lounge. Meet and mingle with fellows, enjoy a drink or two and have fun! Don't be afraid to come alone and you can make friends quickly here since most of us also come alone too. See you there!
周末的时光,不应该空白!
遇见·城市部落诚挚的邀请您一起来Calypso地中海酒廊参加after-work drink,和新老朋友一起小酌,邂逅漫时光。花看半开 酒到微醺,开启夏日时尚社交!
Shanghai 3 hour bike tour with coffee break
Embark on an enriching bike tour through the dynamic city of Shanghai, blending adventure, culture, and relaxation. This tour offers an immersive experience, showcasing the city's vibrant neighborhoods, historical sites, and hidden gems.
Tour Highlights:
Exclusive small tour group with up to 6 person
Historical Landmarks and Modern Marvels:
Begin in central Shanghai, cycling through a mix of colonial-era buildings and modern skyscrapers. Visit the Bund and admire the contrasting architectural styles.
Bustling Markets and Serene Parks:
Navigate lively markets and tranquil parks, experiencing both the city's vibrant street life and peaceful green spaces.
Cultural Insights and Local Flavors:
Explore the Former French Concession, with its tree-lined avenues and historic mansions. Learn about local customs and Shanghai’s art scene.
Charming Coffee Break:
Take a break at a quaint local café, savoring freshly brewed coffee and pastries. Enjoy a moment of relaxation and engage with fellow travelers.
Hidden Gems and Scenic Routes:
Discover lesser-known neighborhoods and scenic routes, including hidden temples and vibrant street art, revealing Shanghai’s authentic spirit.
Tour Details:
Price: 300RMB/Person
Duration: Approximately 3 hours
Difficulty Level: Easy (suitable for everybody)
Inclusions: Professional guide, bike rental
Flexibility: You can either choose to end the tour at the bund or back to meeting point
What to Bring: Comfortable clothing, sunscreen, water bottle, camera
Meeting Point: Central location in Shanghai (details provided upon booking)
Contact: You can add me on wechat 13052007784 or call me directly with the same number to book your tour.
Why Choose This Tour:
Ideal for travelers seeking a unique, active way to explore Shanghai, this tour balances sightseeing, cultural immersion, and relaxation. Suitable for solo travelers, couples, and groups, it promises unforgettable memories and a deeper appreciation of Shanghai’s heritage and contemporary charm.
Experience the magic of Shanghai on this captivating bike tour with a coffee break, discovering the city one pedal at a time.
Weekend drink and mingle @ Calypso lounge
小酌消烦暑,人间正清欢
周末的时光,不应该空白!
炎炎夏日 | 微醺才是打开盛夏的正确方式
遇见·城市部落诚挚的邀请您参加:
和新老朋友一起假期小酌,邂逅漫时光。酒到微醺,开启夏日的时尚社交!
邀清风作陪,与明月对饮
这一刻,是独属于你的微醺!
时间:晚7:30-10点
地点:Calypso地中海酒廊
报名费含指定鸡尾酒或葡萄酒,啤酒一杯
Meetup Citywalk invite you to join our Holiday drink & mingle with fellows at Calypso Lounge this Saturday evening.
Meet and mingle with fellows, enjoy a drink or two and have fun! Don't be afraid to come alone. You'll make new friends quickly. See you there!
Ticket price RMB 68 including one drink(Cocktail or wine, beer)
ShanghAI AI — 参加 #1 上海最佳活动 — Join #1 Top Best Event
**Bringing Dubai AI weekly AI energy to ShanghAI (上海):** 我们每周六 19:30 线下聚会。 This is a casual, high-bandwidth gathering for AI programmers, founders, and the AI-curious (对 AI 好奇的朋友们). No prior background required—探索如何用好 AI,而不是被它取代。
📱 Stay Connected / 保持联系 Join our shared global community to stay synced on tools, locations, and updates:
* **X / WhatsApp (Global Community):** [https://x.com/i/chat/group_join/g2054363861009207629/6Bz8S3Q21T](https://x.com/i/chat/group_join/g2054363861009207629/6Bz8S3Q21T) (better)
[https://chat.whatsapp.com/JdRrL8QJd2xACL4CUs1NqX](https://chat.whatsapp.com/JdRrL8QJd2xACL4CUs1NqX) Free :-)
[https://chat.whatsapp.com/CkoTEOTGPIxBSlX6h2Atp8](https://chat.whatsapp.com/CkoTEOTGPIxBSlX6h2Atp8) (full)
* **WeChat/QQ Group (Weekly Update):** [https://qm.qq.com/q/EEKnU4Sp7q](https://qm.qq.com/q/EEKnU4Sp7q)
* **Meetup Pages:** [https://www.meetup.com/shanghai-ai](https://www.meetup.com/shanghai-ai) [https://www.meetup.com/dubai-ai](https://www.meetup.com/dubai-ai)
### 📍 The Venue / 活动地点
We start with focused discussions and transition to the city's nightlife energy after the bookstore closes.
* **19:30 - 21:30:** Local Book Store (Check WeChat group for this week's specific hidden gem).
* **21:30+ After-Hours:** We move to **4 Heng Shan Lu, Xu Hui Qu (衡山路4号,徐汇区)**. This is a lively, expat-friendly bar street—perfect for "terrace" networking and neighborhood-style food.
* **Cost:** Free (Come as a regular customer).
### 🌍 Global Context / 全球联动
ShanghAI is a direct sister hub to the **Dubai AI (DIFC)** and **MumbAI AI** chapters. We are building a global “AI-agentic social marketplace” community—从上海到迪拜,从线下 meetup 到线上工具 ( GetPaidX.com / DubaiAI.vip ).
GetPaidX.com — Publish Your Professional 24/7 AI Workspaces, Get Funded.
***
Reply with a comment below or visit the scratchpad at **[https://dubaiai.vip/profile/dubai-ai-vip@outlook.com](https://dubaiai.vip/profile/dubai-ai-vip@outlook.com)** to add ideas for our next meeting:
* **How to get paid by fans & clients:** Discussions around app payments and global payouts. **Stripe API (US)** vs. **WeChat Pay/Alipay (China)** vs. **RazorPay (India)**. Navigating taxes and cross-border financial regulations.
* **How to get closer to creators & developers:** Insights into local Xuhui business networks, Shanghai co-working spaces, and regulated industries (Education/Healthcare). What products do local customers actually want?
* **How to share revenue with influencers:** Partnering with local creators on **Xiaohongshu (小红书)**, Instagram, or YouTube to distribute and market AI products.
* **How to save time via AI Agents:** Setting up **OpenAI Codex CLI**, **Google Gemini CLI**, **Anthropic Claude Code**, or **Google Antigravity** to delegate tasks directly from your terminal.
*Add your own ideas and discussion topics to the scratchpad link above...*
Visual Effects Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
【7-Day North Xinjiang】Kanas, Hemu, Sayram Lake&Yili, Perfect Summer Escape
***From mysterious alpine lakes to wind-whispered deserts – seven days across Northern Xinjiang's wildest landscapes***
This 7-day journey takes you deep into the wild heart of Northern Xinjiang – a land of alpine lakes, nomadic villages, wind-sculpted deserts, and colorful river canyons.
**Day 1 · ✈️ Urumqi arrival - Overnight Train to Altay**
**✨ Urumqi City**
✈️ Shanghai Hongqiao T1 - Urumqi 12:10 - 17:40 9C8865
🏨 Train Overnight with Hard Sleeper Urumqi -Altay 23:40- 09:00 +1 K9765
\*If all of the guest are available to departure before noon time from Urumqi, we will change the itinerary by taking but to Altay with 5 hrs drive
**Day 2 · Altay -🚌2.5h- Kanas - Jiayudeng**
✨ Kanas Full Day Tour
🏨 4 star hotel in Jiayudeng
🚌 210km; 3.5h
**Day 3· Jiadengyu – Second Entry to Kanas – Baihaba – Hemu**
✨ Swan Lake, Shenxian Bay, Wolong Bay in Kanas, Baihaba and Hemu Village
🏨 3 star wooden cabin guest house at Hemu Village
🚌 10km; 10mins
🥞 breakfast
**Day 4 ·Hemu – Burqin (Full day in Hemu) - Rainbow Beach**
✨ Hemu Village Hiking& Horse trekking, Rainbow Beach sunset
🏨 4 star hotel in Burqin
🚌 120km; 2h
🥞 breakfast
**Day 5 ·Burqin – Urho Devil’s City – Usu**
✨ Urho Devil’s City;
🏨 4 star hotel in Usu
🚌 250km; 3h
🥞 breakfast
**Day 6 ·Usu – Sayram Lake – Yining**
✨ Sayram Lake;
🏨 4 star hotel in Yining
🚌 440km; 5.5h
🍲 breakfast;
**Day 7·Yining Airport Departure✈️**
✨ Yining City Free Time
🚌 10km; 20min
🥞 breakfast
**Destination:** Northern Xinjiang, China
**Group Size:** 4-10 people of different nationalities
**Group date & price:(7d6n)**
**What's included:**
**√ Transport**: 7 days of private local transport, airport picking up & seeing off service during designated time of arrival/departure,hard sleeper train tickets urumqi - Altay
√ **Tour guide:** experienced English-speaking local tour guide except D7
√ **Hotel**: best expat-friendly local hotel every night (from 3 to 4 star) with daily breakfast
√ **Entrance Tickets** to all the main scenic spots listed in the itinerary
√ **Travel insurance**
**√ first-aid kit, water on bus etc**
**What's not included:**
× **Main transportation** (flights) from and to Xinjiang
× Main meals during the trip
× **Single room supplement**
× Invoice, personal expenses and unexpected expenses
Shanghai Xuyan • 叙宴叙敦煌
Looking for a dining experience that goes beyond just food in Shanghai?
Step into a world where cuisine meets performance, and every dish tells a story.
At **Xu Yan (叙宴)**, dining becomes an immersive cultural journey — blending fine Chinese gastronomy with theatrical storytelling and stunning visuals.
More than just a restaurant, Xu Yan is a multi-sensory dining experience where tradition, art, and modern creativity come together on one stage.
**Time & Date:** Flexible booking (**1 day in advance**)
**Location:** No. 40 Wenshui Road, Jing'an District, Shanghai, China (上海市静安区汶水路40号).
**Access:** Metro Line 1, Wenshui Road Station (Exit 2).
**Hours:** Lunch 11:50 AM - 2:00 PM; Dinner 6:50 PM - 9:00 PM.
**Recommendations:** It is highly recommended to arrive 1–2 hours early if you have booked costume/makeup packages.
**Activity Duration:** 3 hours
**Shanghai Xuyan • Xu Dunhuang pricing:**
❤ Lunch:
SVIP Seats: 598/person (same price for all sizes).
VIP Seating: 498/person
General Admission: 398/person
❤Dinner:
SVIP Seats: 698/person (same price for all sizes).
VIP Seating: 598/person
General seating: 498/person.
❤ Attire: Makeup and hairstyle – 188/person, clothing – 100/person.
❤Child ticket:
1\. Height below 130 cm: 198/seat\. Options include VIP\+regular seating\.
2\. You must sit in the same area as an adult; you cannot be seated alone\.
3\. Child tickets do not include the option to select SVIP seating\.
**What's included**
* Meal
* Performance
* booking service fee
* Transportation
* All personal expenses and fees not mentioned in the inclusions.
Sunday Scribbles (Free-writing Time)
Get ready creative writers! Inkwell is proud to announce Sunday Scribbles, our latest event for the Shanghai writing community.
Sunday Scribbles is a low stress gathering for your Sunday afternoon creative writing. Join us to work, chat, and write to your heart's content. (Mostly write, though). Add Ryan (WechatID: texaswriter) to figure out where we are meeting this week and to ask any questions. I don't keep Meetup very up to date and everything Inkwell does is organized through wechat groups, so even if the number of attendees is low, there's likely an event still going on. Add Ryan, and you can join the wechat group where everything is happening.
Some Frequently Asked Questions:
What do we do here?: Mostly write and work quietly with some chatting
What to bring?: Something to work on
What we don't do?: Edit things for you, serve as writing consultants
What does it cost?: Free, but please order something to support the venue.
What is Inkwell?: There's a lot of information about the workshop located on the website: www.inkwell.asia.
Meet Writing Workshop veterans and other Workshoppers for the latest info on writing prompts and activities. It's also the perfect chance to make the Sunday night deadline for that week's Writing Workshop.
Sunday Scribbles is organized by Paula Willis who has been in Shanghai since early 2018 and a member of the writing group since fall 2019.
Bring something to write with and we'll see you there!
ShanghAI AI — 参加 #1 上海最佳活动 — Join #1 Top Best Event Talkspace
▶️ What we do / 我们聊什么?
我们不仅有AI活动 还有AI 茶话会 AI路演 还有复旦 大学创业 AI 项目展示
We meet to talk about AI and its impact on daily life and business(人工智能如何影响我们的生活和商业).
Instead of worrying about being replaced by AI,我们一起探索:
How to benefit from AI, not be replaced by it (如何用好 AI,而不是被它取代)
Fun side projects, startup ideas, and real use cases
Tools, prompts, agents, automation… anything AI
▶️ Open, casual, for everyone / 轻松开放,欢迎所有人
Every Saturday 7:30pm, Anyone is welcome to:
give a short talk or demo(欢迎闪电分享 / 小分享)
share a story or idea about AI
or just come, listen, and chat over coffee
无论你是开发者、创业者、学生、设计师、投资人,还是刚开始对 AI 好奇,这里都有适合你的位置。No prior AI background required.
🏠: 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$【At the door buy 】
#公众号:说会英语
#视频号:说会英语
#小程序://互动吧/h1LX5oWSDmgO10v
#小程序://微博/H1VOJN21MjI0Tjx
#公众号:说会英语
#视频号:说会英语
#[小红书:说会英语](https://www.xiaohongshu.com/user/profile/5f2ccb430000000001000244)
WeChat:17317121983 【Please be sure to add us to get the latest information】
Language Exchange - YouTube
🔴Facebook group:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/languageexchangeshanghai
🔴Whatsapp group which you can join here:
https://chat.whatsapp.com/BRscBnmLynICxeOQycSvWq
🇬🇧🇺🇸🇳🇱🇦🇷🇬🇭🇿🇦🇧🇩🇫🇯🇦🇪🇷🇺🇵🇦🇯🇲🇵🇪🇵🇷🇹🇷🇬🇷🇺🇦🇦🇿🇨🇳🇨🇳🇨🇳🇨🇳🇨🇳🇨🇳🇨🇳🇨🇳
Saturday Shanghai Board Games in Fudan University Science park
Connect with fun-loving, young-at-heart single players (ages 20–45) at a relaxed, board games-inspired evening.
Talkspace help visitors, international friends, business professionals, and newcomers integrate into local life, explore local culture, and build language and emotional connections.
Talkspace 帮助新到一个城市的旅游者、出差者、工作者能够更加快速的融入到这个新的城市和了解更加地道的当地文化。致力于帮助个人培养语言、沟通能力。建立人与人的语言链接与情感链接空间。
目前我们已经在中国6个城市 组织社群语言活动
🇳🇱🇦🇷🇬🇭🇿🇦🇧🇩🇫🇯🇦🇪🇷🇺🇵🇦🇯🇲🇵🇪🇵🇷🇹🇷🇬🇷🇺🇦🇦🇿
🍹🍻🥤🧉🍹🥤🥂🍇🍒
现场也会有一些零食和水果
There will also be some snacks and fruits available.
🎫:【All Tickets Includes One Drink】
STUDENT学生票¥30 【Show Us your Student Card or ID】
EARLY BIRD早鸟票¥40 = 6$ 【set going On meetup before is early bird 】
REGULAR 预售票¥50 = 7$
AT DOOR现场票¥60 = 8$【At the door buy 】
🍹🍻🥤🧉🍹🥤🥂🍇🍒
📆Saturday 【周六】Fudan Discount ticket特惠¥ 25 only tonight
🟢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路演大厅
📍No 11, Guotai Road,Yangpu District, Shanghai
WeChat:17317121983
WhatsApp:+8617317121983
[https://wa.me/8617317121983](https://wa.me/8617317121983)
[https://maps.app.goo.gl/bmf1TkzZ45SUR2nX8](https://maps.app.goo.gl/bmf1TkzZ45SUR2nX8)
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Visual Effects Events Near You
Connect with your local Visual Effects community
Vision Loss Support Group: Discussion of Ohio Theatre Tour
You can also join the meeting by Conference Call at (518) 263-8851.
Melancholia
Be prepared for an entirely different type of sci-fi movie!
Unofficially, the second movie in director Lars von Trier's "Depression Trilogy," 2011 Melancholia depicts the events that occur before a rogue planet is about to collide with the earth. Considered by many to be a masterpiece, the film was included in BFI's 2022 Sight and Sound Poll of the greatest movies of all time.
It is available at the library as well as on Kanopy.
Rays Of Light Spiritualist Church Service
Rev. Steven Clevenger is an ordained spiritualist minister with over 40 years experience as a Spiritual Healer, Clairvoyant and Spiritual Teacher, educated and trained at the White Lily Chapel.
Rev. Siobhan Wolf Shaffer is an ordained spiritualist minister and certified medium and healer with over 20 years experience. She began her development in 1988 in Pennsylvania and continued when she moved to Ohio in 1998 where she studied at Rays of Lights Church with Rev. Steven Clevenger.
Our full worship services consist of an inspirational lecture, healing meditation, and messages from the spirit world that serve to demonstrate evidence of eternal life.
Please visit our Official Church Website (http://raysoflightchurch.com) for more information.
CAPA Summer Movie: PRETTY WOMAN at the Ohio Theatre!
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
CMG Gives Back: Serve Dinner at FAITH MISSION GRANT KITCHEN!
Join us as we get together to get together to help those in need at this CMG Gives Back event! We have a great little community of Movie Group friends so rather than see a movie this time, we’ll help “Create a better world” by helping serve those in need. NOTE: We’re switching it up this time and going with a DINNER shift on Mon, 7/6. Here are complete details and our plan for this event:
FAITH MISSION – GRANT KITCHEN: The Faith Mission kitchen and dining room serves residents 3 meals a day, every day of the year. For this event, our group will help prepare food, serve meals, assist residents in the dining room, wash dishes, and clean surfaces.
PLAN: We will be preparing / serving / cleaning for DINNER from 4:30 to 6:30pm and have space for a total of 7 volunteers. Please arrive at 4:20pm and wear closed-toe shoes and long pants.
LOCATION: Faith Mission – Grant Kitchen is located at 245 N. Grant Ave. Enter the kitchen at Dock 1 (in the back of the building), indicated in the attached map. On-site parking in the adjacent lot and street parking are available in the surrounding area. Below are some links / attachments with additional info/details:
IMPORTANT REMINDER: Our group will be providing all of the volunteers on this day so a firm RSVP count is essential. Please only sign up if you are certain you’ll be able to attend. If something unavoidable comes up, please try to update your RSVP no later than one week prior to the event. With few exceptions, no shows or cancelations within 1 week of the event will not be eligible for future CMG Gives Back events. I appreciate your understanding as we try to ensure the agencies have the volunteers needed to provide the essential services they provide to the vulnerable population they serve. Our Partner Agency for this event is Lutheran Social Services! A huge THANK YOU to those volunteering at this (or any of our previous or future) CMG Gives Back events!
Look forward to seeing you there, Dan
Father/Son Men's Group (Bi-weekly)
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)
Red, White & BOOM: A Black Love Summer Social
🇺🇸 Red, White & BOOM: A Black Love Summer Social ❤️
Skip the downtown chaos and celebrate with great people instead!
Join Black Love & Friends as we spend the evening together in the beautiful, historic King-Lincoln District, just steps from Mayme Moore Park, with an incredible view of the Red, White & BOOM fireworks.
This isn't a formal event—it's a relaxed summer gathering.
Come early or stop by later. Stay for an hour or stay all evening. We'll have our own private meetup space where you can kick back, meet new people, play a few games, enjoy light refreshments, and simply enjoy the holiday together.
Throughout the evening we'll explore the King-Lincoln District, soak up the atmosphere, laugh, connect, and then settle in as the Columbus skyline lights up with one of the biggest fireworks shows of the year.
✨ What to expect:
🎆 Great views of the Red, White & BOOM fireworks
🏙️ Historic King-Lincoln District
⛺ Private Black Love & Friends meetup tent
🎲 Lawn games & conversation
🥤 Light refreshments
🤝 New friends & great vibes
📸 Perfect summer photo opportunities
Event begins: 6:30 PM
Fireworks begin later in the evening, so arrive whenever works for you. Feel free to come and go throughout the night.
⚠️ RSVP is required. Space at our tent is limited, so we'll only be able to accommodate those who register in advance.
Bring a chair if you'd like, wear your favorite red, white, and blue, and come celebrate community, connection, and summer with Black Love & Friends.
Good people. Great conversations. Amazing fireworks.




















