Expat Explorer | Dance therapy workshop, verbena planting, book launch and more

Book Launch

A book launch event for "The Hardest Hardware Lessons" by Johan Philippe Stam will be held in Trouble Maker this Saturday. Come and explore critical insights on critical design failures, manufacturing strategy, quality control and Gongbans, supply chain realities, production scaling, and ecosystem dynamics. 

Time: 3-7 p.m., April 18

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

Dance Therapy Healing Workshop

The body expresses its own movement, and through that movement, it reveals hidden parts of ourselves — our experiences, our emotions, the stories held in our memory. In this workshop, you will have the opportunity to explore who you are and how you move through the transitions in your life.

Time: 6 p.m., April 18

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

Verbena Planting Event

Join a themed public planting event hosted by the Futian District Urban Management and Law Enforcement Bureau and “Friends of the Park,” and help adorn the Citizen Flower Field near the Civic Center. This season features Verbena bonariensis (purpletop vervain), a beautiful purple flowering plant selected for its symbolic resonance with Chinese culture.

Time: 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m., April 19 (check-in starts at 9:20 a.m.)

Admission fee: 9.9 yuan per person

Notes:

Scan the QR code in this article to register; 

participants are encouraged to bring gloves, a garden trowel, and a water bottle

Hellp APEC Cultural Market - East Asia

The latest installment of the "Hello APEC Shekou Cultural Fair" series event will be held in Shekou this Sunday, inviting visitors to embark on an immersive "Journey into East Asia." The event will offer residents and visitors a unique opportunity to explore the distinctive traditions of Japan and South Korea without leaving Shenzhen, celebrating the vibrant fusion of Asia-Pacific cultures.

Time: 3:30-6:30 p.m., April 19

Note: Read this article for more info

Health & Wellness Fair

The 16th Shenzhen Health & Wellness Fair by Vista-SK International Medical Center will be held next Saturday. There will be free activities and workshops held throughout the day, vendors to support your healthy lifestyle, delicious food and drinks, and kids' activities. 

Time: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., April 25

Note: Scan the QR code to register 

Improv Comedy Show

Over 大 Counter is back with their latest show on April 25! Come with your rumors and untold secrets and turn them into sweet sweet improv! 

Time: 8 p.m., April 25

Note: Scan the QR codes in the poster for tickets and more info

Road Show Recruitment

Imagine your innovative ideas capturing the attention of global guests at APEC China 2026, and your tech project being showcased to a global audience. This golden opportunity is waiting for you right here in Nanshan, Shenzhen. 

The core offline event of APEC China 2026 "Tech for People · Nanshan Day" — the "ESG + Technology Empowering a Better Life" Roadshow is officially recruiting! An international stage awaits you at K11 Nanshan, Shenzhen, on the afternoon of May 6!

Note: Read this article for more info