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WeChat: hub for Chengdu groups<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

If you’re new to Chengdu or even if you’ve been here for a while, it can sometimes feel like it’s hard to find new activities\u00a0to do or\u00a0new groups of people to hang out with. Chengdu Living contributor Hyobin posted a great guide recently on\u00a0Living with Purpose in Chengdu<\/a>, a huge part of which is “finding your community.”<\/p>\n

Until recently, I find myself falling into a routine: seeing the same people, eating at the same restaurants, going to the same places to hang out, and so on. And as much as I love those people and places, I know the city has so much more to offer. But recently, more and more meet up groups forming around\u00a0particular hobbies, interests, or goals have begun popping up; sometimes I’ll hear about it from a friend, or sometimes a conversation on the Forum will give birth to one. Inspired by the initiative taken by some of these people, I decided to collect and put a\u00a0spotlight on some of the meet up groups, so anyone with interest can find like-minded people.<\/p>\n

Attached to each of these groups is a QR code which you can scan to gain access to the WeChat group associated with the meet up. Feel free to scan any of these QR codes, even if you have just a passing interest. Note that some of these QR codes will expire on June 24, but if you find this article after they’ve expired, just leave a comment and we’ll get you in the group!\u00a0<\/i><\/p>\n

And if we’ve neglected to mention a particular meet up that you think people should know about, leave a comment and we’ll keep this post updated!<\/i><\/p>\n

#1:\u00a0Painting at Color Me Fun<\/h2>\n
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Color Me Fun QR Code<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Color Me Fun (?????represents a series of fun events that are dedicated to bringing unique artistic experiences to people who are looking for inspiration, a new social network, and a respite\u00a0from day-to-day work and study. Our current program is to host painting parties for individuals, couples, families, and organizations in Chengdu who might never painted before. We are in a process of expanding our \u201cservices\u201d to other experience-based activities such as dim sum cooking with tea tasting, themed dinner (we’re thinking “murder mystery”) and more. We want to create a fun environment for people from different cultures and backgrounds and allow them to learn something new about themselves from creating a piece of art and being part of a story.<\/p>\n

Language skills<\/strong><\/em>:\u00a0Depends on the event but join us anyways!<\/p>\n

Skill level<\/strong><\/em>:\u00a0No specific skills are required.<\/p>\n

Tools\/gear needed<\/em><\/strong>:\u00a0No specific tools or gears are required.<\/p>\n

Admission fee<\/strong><\/em>:\u00a0\u00a5180 which covers 1) the admission fee, 2) material use, 3) a free drink (alcohol or non-alcohol, depending on the venue), and 4) your own painting (or other artwork)<\/p>\n

Frequency of meetup<\/strong><\/em>:\u00a0At least once a week. May close during holidays but\u00a0<\/strong>are open for private parties all the time.<\/p>\n

Location info<\/strong><\/em>:\u00a0We host our painting parties at different venues which are always cafes and bars in Chengdu. Most of the venues are easy accessible by metro subway. We\u00a0will\u00a0announce the location in the event information.<\/em><\/p>\n

Contact info<\/strong>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

Jason Wang (Event Manager): 18981804313 ,\u00a0Lei Yan (Marketing Manager): 18227658119<\/em>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

#2:\u00a0Bike Rides with Natooke<\/h2>\n
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Natooke QR Code<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Natooke regularly posts information regarding rides we do in and around Chengdu. Most well-known is our weekly Friday Night Ride, which has run every week for the past two years. Our rides offer a great opportunity for\u00a0all types of people. If you are a speed racer or just looking to get out and exercise a little bit, even if you’re not super\u00a0into bicycling, these rides are great for all kinds of people to get together, see the city, and socialize.<\/p>\n

Language skills<\/strong><\/em>:\u00a0No language skills necessary<\/p>\n

Skill level<\/strong><\/em>:\u00a0Any experience level<\/p>\n

Tools\/gear needed<\/strong><\/em>:\u00a0A bicycle. No special requirements, just has to work!\u00a0 If you don’t have a bicycle, we offer\u00a0rentals.<\/p>\n

Admission fee:\u00a0<\/strong><\/em>Free<\/p>\n

Frequency of meetup:\u00a0<\/strong><\/em>Once a week.<\/p>\n

Location Info<\/strong><\/em>:\u00a0Natooke Bicycle Shop<\/p>\n

Contact Info:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/em>Phone: 8504 2450, www.natooke.com<\/a> or e-mail peggy@natooke.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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