Non-Fiction Writing

Join us for a **casual, low-structure, relaxed** 1.5-hour writing meetup designed for writers who want to connect with others in a supportive, no-pressure environment to come and go as you wish, whenever. Whether you're a poet, novelist, blogger, or write in non-natural languages, we welcome every night owl! **What to Expect:** Nothing structured, this is a casual Schelling point for people who happen to write at night. If you are looking for a large group, high-effort, strongly organised event, this is probably not the one for you. If there are new members joining us, we'll start with some introductions, dive into focused writing time on your personal project, and then, optionally, share a short reflection about our writing at the end. **What to Bring:** * A writing project * Something to write with (notebook and pen, laptop, tablet - whatever you prefer) * A curious mind **Finding Us:** Look for the corner table

Urban Run hosted by the Wazup Running Club (WRC) Join us for a fun run on the Wednesday night and meet this supportive running community. WRC will have captains leading the run, and the event is suitable for runners at all levels. Meeting time: 19:30 Duration: 1h30m Meeting point: THE STATION - 18 Upper Station Street. Sheung Wan. Route: THE STATION < > Central Promenade Distance: 4km - 7km Bag Drop: Available More about WRC: www.instagram.com/wazuprunning

Feel free to join if you are interested in low level computer stuff. If you have any cool projects or ideas you wanna share, bring them along

Yoga and Pilates are the good exercises to let you to keep fit, enhance the ability of core muscle to perform well in sports and reduce the risk of getting injury. Finally, we'll do the full body stretching after the exercises to relax.

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This is a regular Bring-Your-Own-Book session, where participants share and present to the group non-fiction books they have read. New members are welcome to attend to listen to and discuss the presentations of others. Usually a meeting takes around 2.5-3 hours. During this time we discuss 2 different books, roughly 1 hour per book. Any non-fiction material: a book, documentary, or lecture or a part of it - anything with a title and an author and that contains some coherent ideas. Each presentation includes a summary of a book (15-40 min) and discussion (accordingly). The meeting will be either in a park or in a coffee shop, on HK side. The exact place to be confirmed with the attendees **by WhatsApp only**. I will / have sent the link to the WhatsApp group, please use the link. Introvert friendly. We have people from different countries, so while books can be in any language, the language of the meeting is English. There is a fee of 20 HKD for the first timers to help funding the Meetup membership needed to run the group. Do not hit "Attend" if you are not going to attend. If you RSVPed, but there is anything preventing you from going to the meeting, remember to tell the host as soon as possible and/or update the RSVP - before the RSVP is closed, to give other people a chance to take your spot. But if you plan to attend, do hit "Attend", please :))) No-shows are all silently noted with much disapproval and will be removed from the group.

**Join us with your favourite books! Meet up with bunch of curious minds. Let’s take a sip and share about what we are reading!** **During the book sharing session, we will take turns to share about what we’ve been reading. You can also share some excerpts from the book as well. The conversation starts there. Hopefully by learning about others reading interest we can expand our own original reading scope.** **Later on, we could also reflect and share about our last month’s reading habits and methods etc.** **Book swap is not compulsory. If you have books to give away, feel free to bring them along and we will be happy to take them for future events.**

THE DEADLINE FOR PAYMENT TO CONFIRM SPOT IS 7 MAY 2026. We welcome members who CAN PLAY FROM STARTING 3 FAANS(POINTS) TO WIN, to join us this time. (If you know little about rules and scoring, not familiar with the characters and playing strategies you are recommended to join the meetup for beginners first). Exact meeting point will be shared in chat group. Each spot costs $198(including teaching fee, venue and facilities rental and one non-alcoholic drink) REQUIREMENTS : 1. As we need to confirm booking of the tables in advance, please send payment to confirm your spot no later than 7 May 2026. Once paid your spot will be confirmed by host. $198 via PayMe or FPS to tel # 91784798 (please sent notification). 2. The payment is non-refundable for whatever reason, unless otherwise stated. 3. We aim at having 2-3 tables, 4 players each table. Any extra people who paid but can't form a table will be refunded. 4. As we need 4 people to form a table and do the game, to be fair to players on your table no late arrival or early leave please. 5. In order to be fair to all players, English speaking in the game is required. 6. If you want to bring any guest not registered, please agree with the host first, as we need to control the number of players and people the venue can accommodate. No extra chair will be available for the guest though. 7. Any person "no show" or do not follow all the requirements here will be removed from this group. 8. Any guest(s) you bring "no show" or do not follow all the requirements here you will be removed. We advise your guest to sign up himself/herself. 9. Please note we will not play with money as the locals do.

Founded in 1964 by a family-run restaurant (over 62 years) is one of the last traditional tea houses in Choi Hung Estate. It bridges the raw iron-sheet village life with 1960s public housing heritage. Enjoy home-style nostalgic dishes prepared with care — many requiring complex techniques like deboning whole ducks or intricate stuffed dace fish. The reservation is **fully occupied** until June. **Rare Chance!!!** to join us for a feast and a walk after dinner * **Meeting location**: near exit C4 of Choi Hung MTR station * **Meeting point**: to be shared after confirmation of payment * **Cost:** admission fee $70 Excluding dinner around $150-200, family sharing style * *PAYMENT* : Please provide the payment slip by FPS to 55073213 or Payme to secure your place. Payme : [https://payme.hsbc/lincolncflam](https://payme.hsbc/lincolncflam) * **Group size**: 13 people **Why join us?** Join our farewell dinner on 7 May at 62-year-old Kam Pik Tea House in Choi Hung Estate. Savour nostalgic Cantonese classics before redevelopment erases this living 1960s heritage forever. Signature dishes: \- 香酥鴨 \(荔芋香酥鴨 / Taro Crispy Duck\)\, \- 杏汁豬肺湯 \(Almond Pork Lung Soup\)\, \- 蠔豉生菜包 \(Oyster Lettuce Wrap\)\, \- 八寶鴨 \(Babao / Eight\-Treasure Duck\)\,etc #TeaHouse #NostalgicHKFood #HKPublicHousingHeritage #CantoneseFeast #VanishingHongKong #CrossCultural

**Hike: Plover Cove Reservoir (not for beginners)** **Difficulty Level:** **4 out of 5** **Distance:** **18 km** **Time:** **7 hours approximate** **Description and Highlights: If you're looking for a challenging hike that will take you deep into the heart of Hong Kong's rugged wilderness, then the Plover Dam Reservoir is the perfect destination for you. With a difficulty level of 4 out of 5, this trail is not for the faint of heart, but the stunning views and sense of accomplishment you'll feel at the end will make it all worth it.** **The hike to Plover Dam Reservoir covers a total distance of 18 kilometers and takes approximately 7 hours to complete. Along the way, you'll encounter steep inclines, rocky terrain, and narrow paths, so it's important to come prepared with sturdy hiking boots and plenty of water and snacks.** **The highest elevation point on the trail is 311 meters, offering hikers panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and valleys. Take a moment to catch your breath and soak in the stunning scenery before continuing on your journey.** **There are toilets located at the beginning and end of the trail, so be sure to take advantage of these facilities before setting off. And remember to practice Leave No Trace principles and pack out all your trash to help preserve the natural beauty of this pristine wilderness area.** **Overall, the hike to Plover Dam Reservoir is a challenging but rewarding experience that will test your physical and mental endurance while immersing you in the natural beauty of Hong Kong's countryside. So, lace up your hiking boots, grab your backpack, and get ready for an unforgettable adventure!** **What to bring:** * **2-3 liters of water (water available for sale along the way)** * **Snacks to eat along the way (sandwich, fruits, nuts, etc)** * **Comfortable shoes** * **Sunglasses** * **Headgear (cap/hat)** * **Sunscreen** * **Bug Spray** * **In case of Rain: plan accordingly** **Toilets:** **There are two toilets; at the start and end of the trail. There are no toilets along the way.** **Stores:** **There are places at the beginning and at the end of the trail. It is best to come prepared with water and snacks.** **Meeting Point:** **Tai Po Market MTR Station - Exit A3** ********\*****We'll need to take Minibus 20R and get off at Wu Kau Tang which takes about 1 hour OR we take taxis and arrive in 24 min. I suggest we share taxis and share the costs. Please bring some cash.**** **Time:** **10:00 am (SHARP!)** **IMPORTANT:** **Out of respect to the members that arrive on time, we will only be able to wait a maximum of 5 minutes. Should you arrive after 10:05 am, I will no longer be answering phone calls or responding to messages as I need to give my time and attention to those that have arrived on time.**

Hong Kong Sacred Spaces is marching down our "best of" list of places to visit with a classic. The Tin Hau Temple in Stanley is a fan favorite, given how picturesque Stanley village is. There are quite a few temples in the area, as the village (known as [Chek Chyúh - 赤柱](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stanley,_Hong_Kong) in Cantonese) goes back to the late 17th century. The Tin Hau is the most impressive, founded in 1767 by the notorious naval commander and pirate [Cheung Po Tsai](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cheung_Po_Tsai) \- 張保仔\. The temple also houses the pelt of one of the last tigers killed in Hong Kong in 1942. Check out the Hong Kong Antiquities Advisory Board's recommendation of the temple [here.](https://drive.google.com/file/d/12e-srG2bdbA-XC0CRfNMxeJTYBhrwE73/view?usp=sharing) We'll meet at the Admiralty station and catch the Citybus 260 to Stanley Plaza. We can walk to the temple at our leisure. | | | --- | |

Join us for 2 loops of the 1.1 mile trail surrounding Civic Park In Reynoldsburg this Thursday (5/7) at 6:30 pm. This is a fully paved trail so no worries about mud after a rainy week. Just come and get some exercise while connecting with others.

Greetings writers! Come down and join your fellow wordsmiths for one hour of uninterrupted writing time in the upper level of the Market District Supermarket in Upper Arlington. The main entrance of the shopping center opens onto stairs/elevator leading up to the 2nd floor cafe section where we will have a table displaying a sign with the Shut Up & Write logo. Writing is largely a solitary craft. Practicing with others in a community setting may be the thing you need to fire your own routine. We’ll meet on Wednesday evenings, starting the clock at 6:30, following a brief period of introductions. This is solid writing time and all inclusive. Any project is acceptable, be it fiction, non -fiction, work or homework assignment. All is welcome and will remain private to you. The market boasts a Starbucks, a full service bar and various affordable food options. Parking is plentiful, free Wifi is provided as well as outlets for charging your devices, though they are somewhat limited, so plan accordingly. Show up as early as you like, or stay late. This group tends to socialize some, both before and after the alloted time, but this is not mandatory to you. Feel free to come and go as you please and late arrivals are welcome. The cafe may be noisy on occasion so headphones/ earbuds are reccommended as you see fit. Please try to RSVP if possible so that we may grab enough seats for all—the venue can be busy at times. Feel free to message me privately wth any questions and/ or concerns you may have. Happy writing!

Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 7:00pm on Wednesday, February 11 at Streetlight Guild. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. **SCHEDULE:** 6:45ish - Quick introductions 7:00 - Timer starts: write for 1 hour 8:00 - The End **OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING** happens before and after the writing hour. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. **BEING LATE IS OKAY:** just show up and get settled! If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing & I look forward to seeing you at Streetlight Guild! **WHAT SHOULD I BRING?** Whatever you need to be able to write! You're welcome to bring earplugs/headphones if noise will bother you! **OTHER IMPORTANT DETAILS:** * **RSVP:** Please RSVP by 6:00pm the evening of the meeting. This helps me know how many to expect, and if we'll need additional space! * **COVID:** While masks are not required, please be mindful of the other writers around you and their comfort levels. * **WIFI/OUTLETS:** Outlets are limited, so please ensure your devices are charged when you come! But Streetlight Guild does have free WiFi! Yay! * **PARKING:** There is free public parking at Streetlight Guild.

We'll meet at The Capital One Café, 167 Easton Town Center, Space A-103. This is in the main mall where the Microsoft store used to be, on your left if you're standing at the bottom of the AMC Theater escalator. Join us on Saturday for an hour of uninterrupted wordmaking! • What we'll do Join us for an hour of writing! We’ve discovered that it’s strikingly helpful to write with other writers. See if it’s true for you at 10AM on Saturday mornings. Be it a book, blog, script, essay, dissertation, resume, melody, poem or just plain work stuff, you are invited to write it with us. No one will see what you've written or give you unsolicited advice. Instead of just thinking about writing, come and get some real writing done. SCHEDULE: 10:00 - SESSION 1: quick intros. 10:10 - timer starts: write for 1 hour. 11:10 - chat / take off / keep writing. OPTIONAL SOCIALIZING happens at 11A-11:30ish. Writing is very solitary. Connecting (and sometimes even commiserating) with other writers is a cool thing. BEING LATE IS OKAY: just show up and get settled, then check-in with me after the session. (I’ll be the person with the Shut Up & Write! sign.) If you were on time, please be willing to make room for the friendly latecomer. Happy writing and I look forward to seeing you! • What to bring Whatever you need to be able to write! Bring earbuds/earplugs if you want to block noise or the occasional conversation by other patrons. Electrical outlets are limited, so charge your devices before whenever possible. See you at The Café on Saturday!

Let's grab some coffee/food and share a morning chat! The East Market has an ample parking lot and outdoor and indoor seating. Grab a cup of coffee from Winston's Coffee & Waffles or on your way to East Market and meet us on the second floor - table behind or east of the elevator. Per what this group is about: "Everyone is welcome! International transplants to Columbus who want to improve language skills, Columbus residents who enjoy talking to people from other countries, and those who would like to discuss international travel and culture, and who enjoy getting together for good conversations."