Expat Explorer | Hiking meetup, coffee workshop, make your timer & more

Coastal Joy Run

Love running and coastal views? Don't miss this Coastal Joy Run! Admission is free. 

Time: Morning of Jan. 31

Note: Scan the QR code in the poster to sign up for the event

Coffee Workshop

Learn about what makes specialty coffee "special" and why it deserves appreciation from coffee brewer and educator at this coffee workshop. 

Time: 1-2 p.m., Jan. 31

Note: Scan the QR code in the poster to sign up for the event

Entrepreneurs & Bloggers Hiking Meetup

Join Global Dragon for an offline meetup for entrepreneurs, content creators & bloggers in Shenzhen — a relaxed hiking experience combined with meaningful networking. No matter if you're just starting or already running projects — you're welcome.

Time: Morning of Jan. 31

Note: Scan the QR code in the poster for more info

Spanish Corner

The topic for this week's Amy & Jean Spanish Corner will be "Healthy Lifestyles." Both beginners and intermediates are welcome. 

Time: 10:30-11:40 a.m. (Beginners), 11:50 a.m.-1 p.m. (Intermediates), Jan. 31

Note: Scan the QR code in the poster for more info

Make Your Pomoduino Timer

Join TroubleMaker's unique 4-hour workshop and build your own Pomoduino — a cute tomato-shaped timer that helps you beat Procrastination! 

You will:

Solder your own timer

Write simple code to bring it to life

Master the Pomodoro Technique to boost focus & productivity

Leave with a working desk tool + new skills to start the year right! No experience needed. 

Time: 2-6 p.m., Jan. 31

Price: 288 yuan

Note: Scan the QR code in the poster to join the event's WeChat group

Hello APEC Cultural Market

Save the date for Jan. 31 — The Shekou Management and Service Center for Expat's Hello APEC Cultural Market is coming. You are welcome to join for a feast of traditions, fun, and Chinese vibes!

Time: 2:30-6 p.m., Jan. 31

TEDx Shekou Intl. School

Join Shekou International School in celebrating the 7th annual TEDx Shekou Intl. School! This year's TEDx theme, "Minds Wide Open," is an invitation to stay curious, challenge assumptions, and lean into new perspectives. 

Time: 10 a.m., Feb. 8

Note: Read this article for more info

Public Signage Reviewers Wanted

To mark the 2026 APEC "China Year" and further enhance Shenzhen's international profile and public language environment, Foreign Affairs Office of Shenzhen Municipal People's Government, together with EyeShenzhen, has launched the 2026 Public Foreign-Language Signage Improvement Campaign. 

Open to all citizens, the campaign is centered on the Inquiry System of Chinese-English Public Signs in Shenzhen. Participants can earn points by submitting entries online through the system, with incentives awarded based on rankings on the leader board.

Note: Read this article for more info