DB EVENTS

from Around DB April 2021

by Around DB Magazine

OUT THERE

RECENT COMMUNITY EVENTS

The Handmade Hong Kong Sunday market returned to DB Plaza after a four-month hiatus on March 14.

**Handmade Hong Kong Sunday market**
Photos Courtesy of Baljit Gidwani www.evoqueportraits.com

INTERACTIVE GREEN DAY

On February 25, Plastic Free Seas and DB Green hosted a community event at Hemingway’s in DB Plaza to provide information about sustainable lifestyle choices and the monthly community recycling programme in DB. Local businesses, such as Ashni, Garden Artemis, Hoopla for Essentials and Urban Greens, were also on hand to demonstrate products and distribute samples.

Photos Courtesy of Baljit Gidwani www.evoqueportraits.com

COLOUR AWAY COVID

On February 18, 21 and 27, and on March 7, Bookazine in DB Plaza participated in a thank you campaign for essential workers organised by the non-profit student initiative Colour Away COVID and Kids4Kids. DB residents stopped by the store to write thank you notes that were sent to medical staff at nine Hong Kong hospitals.

DB BROWNIE’S USED BOOK SALE

On March 6, the DB Brownies (Pack B) organised a used book sale at three different locations in DB. The girls raised HK$8,071 for ImpactHK.

NEW IN DB

COWORKINGSPACE@DB

Harvey Law Group’s latest venture, CoWorkingSpace@DB, will appeal to those seeking a workspace close to home. Occupying over 1,500 square feet, facing the waterfront in DB North Plaza, the workspace combines smart technology with smooth design, and is equipped with ergonomic chairs and height-adjustable desks. It’s exclusive to 20 members, all of whom will have access 24/7. For more information, call 2426 8828 or visit www.coworkingdb.hk.

HAVANA@DBAY

New in DB Plaza, Havana@Dbay is all about life’s little luxuries – products on offer include fine wines, spirits, cigars and award-winning craft chocolates. With its classically designed mahogany shopfront and state-of-the-art walk-in humidor, it’s a definite ‘destination store.’ To find out more, call 2918 0868.

YOGIKA

Founded by DB residents Evy and Jorge Best, Yogika is a wellness platform dedicated to nourishing the mind, body and soul through gong sessions, yoga, meditation and detox. Sign up for the three-day ‘reset programme’ and you get six 500ml fresh juices daily, including ‘Activate,’ a popular blend of apple, beets, carrots, lemon, orange, ginger and turmeric. The juices are delivered to your door and sustainably packaged in returnable glass bottles. For more information, WhatsApp 5261 4773 or visit https://is.gd/fEYagE.

**Havana@Dbay**
Photo courtesy of Havana@Dbay

FOR A GOOD CAUSE

PETaLIFE - April 11

No Dogs Left Behind (NDLB), WALKaDOG, DB Green, Lantau Island Paddle, Lantau Boat Club and OceansAsia are organising PETaLIFE, a pet- and eco-friendly day of events on April 11. Expect a 10am dog walk from Siena Park to DB Plaza, a 12.30pm e-talk from NDLB founder Jeffrey Beri at Hemingway’s, a 2pm paddle from Tai Pak Wan to Sze Pak Wan, and a 3pm beach clean-up at Sze Pak Wan. To RSVP, WhatsApp Anthony Beck on 5931 0854 or Sabine Fischer on 9377 3074, or email anthony@nodogsleftbehind.com.

Photos courtesy of www.nodogsleftbehind.com

DB Guiding

DB’s Guiding community is looking for new leaders – this is your opportunity to join a small, committed group of women who believe in giving girls exciting and beneficial opportunities (think raft building, gardening, first aid, community service and camping). Leadership training is being held on April 21 and 28 (and May 5 and 12) at the Bauhinia Division’s headquarters in Jordan. To get involved, email dbhappybees@ gmail.com, contact@db-brownies.com or contact@db-guides.com.

JOIN A BEACH CLEAN-UP

at Nim Shue Wan and Cheung Sha Lan on April 10 with Plastic Free Seas from 2pm to 4pm. Visit plasticfreeseas.org.

SHOP THE DISCOVERY BAY SUNDAY MARKET

in DB Plaza on April 11 from 11am to 6pm. Visit www.handmadehongkong.com.

BRING YOUR DRINK CARTONS, COFFEE CUPS/ LIDS AND POLYFOAM

for recycling at the waterfront side of Hemingway’s on April 18 from 9am to 11am. Visit the DB Green Facebook page.

HAVE YOUR PRELOVED ITEMS COLLECTED

from your home and rehomed to charities and individuals in need. WhatsApp Nikki of DB Mothers and Friends at 9677 6676.

EASTER EVENTS

EASTER EATS - AUBERGE DISCOVERY BAY

The Easter-themed desserts are a highlight of the lunch and dinner Easter buffets available through April 6 at Café bord de Mer & Lounge. The egg-citing selection includes rainbow cake, carrot cake and a ‘bunny chestnut basket.’ There’s also face painting for kids during the lunch buffet. To make a booking, visit www.aubergediscoverybay.com.

Photo Courtesy of www.aubergediscoverybay.com

THE HIVE - HKILA, DISCOVERY BAY

HKILA is putting the fun back into learning with its two-week Hive Spring Break programme, based on the award-winning Finnish Kide Science concept. HKILA’s very own Professor Chaos takes kids aged five to nine years on educational adventures to learn about scientific phenomena. Week one runs from March 30 to April 1, week two from April 7 to 9. For more information, email thehive@studyhkila.edu.hk.

Photos courtesy of www.studyhkila.edu.hk

CAMP APA -ACROSS HONG KONG

Asia Pacific Adventure’s Camp APA Easter (and summer) programmes are designed for kids aged seven to 14 years old. The day- and week-long Easter camps are available through April 16 at various locations throughout Hong Kong. Activities include SUP, coasteering, gorge trekking and rock climbing. For more information, and to book, visit www.asiapacificadventure.com.

Photos courtesy of www.asiapacificadventure.com

EGG-TRAVAGANZA - SHERATON TUNG CHUNG

The Sheraton Hong Kong Tung Chung’s family-friendly Easter eggtravaganza, April 2 to 6, includes a staycation package, indoor and outdoor activities, special dining offers and a Farmers Market. Kids can expect a magic show, egg painting, face painting and balloon twisting, plus a race track with electric rideon cars. To make a booking, visit https://bit.ly/2Nd8OW4.

Photos Courtesy of www.sheratonhongkongtungchung.com

BEACH CLUB FUN - TREASURE ISLAND GROUP, PUI O

Celebrate the Easter weekend at Treasure Island Beach Club, where you can enjoy good food, full-service camping facilities and water-sports rentals (surfboards, SUPs, kayaks). On April 4, you can also join a junk tour of the Soko Islands. For more information, and to make a booking, visit www.treasureislandhk.com.

Photos courtesy of ww.treasureislandhk.com

KIDS FIT CAMP -FITNESS IN MOTION, TUNG CHUNG

Sign up your kids to burn off some energy during the Easter break at Fitness in Motion. From March 29 through April 9, kids can enjoy different fitness and martial arts classes from 9.30am to 2.15pm by registering for a five- or 10-day unlimited class package. To find out more, email info@fitnessinmotionhk.com or reception@fitnessinmotionhk.com.

Next Article

OUT THERE

RECENT COMMUNITY EVENTS

The Handmade Hong Kong Sunday market returned to DB Plaza after a four-month hiatus on March 14.

INTERACTIVE GREEN DAY

COLOUR AWAY COVID

DB BROWNIE’S USED BOOK SALE

NEW IN DB

COWORKINGSPACE@DB

HAVANA@DBAY

YOGIKA

FOR A GOOD CAUSE

PETaLIFE - April 11

DB Guiding

JOIN A BEACH CLEAN-UP

SHOP THE DISCOVERY BAY SUNDAY MARKET

BRING YOUR DRINK CARTONS, COFFEE CUPS/ LIDS AND POLYFOAM

HAVE YOUR PRELOVED ITEMS COLLECTED

EASTER EVENTS

EASTER EATS - AUBERGE DISCOVERY BAY

THE HIVE - HKILA, DISCOVERY BAY

CAMP APA -ACROSS HONG KONG

EGG-TRAVAGANZA - SHERATON TUNG CHUNG

BEACH CLUB FUN - TREASURE ISLAND GROUP, PUI O

KIDS FIT CAMP -FITNESS IN MOTION, TUNG CHUNG

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