[In-Person] Malaysia, April 26, Local Guides Meetup to Celebrate Bangla New Year in Kuala Lumpur!

Date: Saturday, 26 April 2025
Time: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Venue: Kuala Lumpur & Selangor Chinese Assembly Hall (KLSCAH) ,Malaysia
(Directly opposite Maharajalela Monorail Station)
Meet-up Type: Cultural Meet-up
Accessibility: Fully accessible venue
Entry Fee: FREE and open to all

Happy Bangla New Year 1432!

We are delighted to invite you to a colorful celebration of the Bangla New Year organized by BDExpat, and as part of this wonderful event, there will be a special participation from Google Local Guides too!

Join us for a fun-filled Local Guides Meetup as we explore the vibrant Boishakhi Mela 1432, filled with culture, tradition, flavors, and festivity!

What to Expect at the Meetup:
• Exploring the Boishakhi fair and contributing to Google Maps (photos, reviews, accessibility info)
• Capturing cultural performances, traditional fashion, and authentic food for Maps contributions
• Engaging with new Local Guides and helping others learn how to contribute to Maps
• A small “Local Guides Table” jointly with “Youth Hub Foundation” where we’ll share about the Local Guides program and how to get started
• Networking with fellow expats, and culture lovers

The Boishakhi Mela itself will feature:
• A wide variety of traditional food stalls
• Stalls with sarees, jewelry, and handmade crafts
• Interactive games and contests with exciting prizes
• A grand Raffle Draw with flight tickets and many other giveaways
• Live cultural performances by renowned artists from Bangladeshi talents
• A special fashion show inspired by timeless Bengali heritage

Why Should You Join?
This is a unique chance to celebrate Bengali culture and heritage while making meaningful contributions as a Local Guide. Whether you’re capturing the festive atmosphere or guiding others on how to share helpful content on Maps — it’s going to be a day full of connection, culture, and contribution!

How to Join?
Simply RSVP by commenting below and let us know you’re coming! Feel free to bring your friends and family — everyone is welcome!

Let’s celebrate Bangla Noboborsho 1432 together and make beautiful memories as a part of the Local Guides family.
See you on Saturday, 26 April 2025 at KLSCAH!

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Wow, this sounds like such a vibrant and meaningful celebration, @SumaiyaZafrin! Love how the Local Guides program is woven into the festivities — from mapping accessibility to capturing cultural moments. Wishing you all a colorful and joyful Boishakhi Mela! Looking forward to seeing the recap!

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Thank you so much for your kind words! Boishakhi Mela truly feels special when we can blend our culture with meaningful contributions like Local Guides. From capturing the festive spirit to ensuring accessibility for all, it was a beautiful experience. Can’t wait to share the recap with everyone soon! Stay tuned!

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