For this round-up, we have collected some of the best upcoming events to celebrate the great meet-up ideas and initiatives Local Guides are hosting around the world. You can find more details about how to submit a meet-up on Connect here. If you’re interested in attending any of the meet-ups below, you can RSVP directly on the page, but please only do so if you’re attending.
Here are our picks for the weeks from February 19 through February 28, 2021.
Virtual meet-ups
February 20, “Washington #StateChallenge Meet-up and Trivia Quiz”
The next #StateChallenge meet-up is approaching, and this time it is about Washington. Whether you have or have not visited this part of the U.S., you are more than welcome to join the meet-up and have fun while learning more about it. RSVP to @Denise_Barlock 's event here.
February 20, “Accessibility Uncovered Webinar II”
@Globe_trotter_Ish invites everyone interested in accessibility to the second monthly webinar of the Accessibility Uncovered Webinar series. Special guest will be Diogo Martins, an Inclusive Design manager and accessibility activist, who will shed light on the topic of transport accessibility. To register for the meet-up, click here.
February 21, “Making Mobile Street View for Maps: Connected Photos”
Do you enjoy sharing your surroundings through Street View? Have you already tried the new connected photos tool in the Street View app that allows you to use only your phone to capture and share Street View imagery? Then @Mayford 's virtual knowledge-sharing meet-up is just for you. Go ahead and book your seat here.
February 27, “Meet-up virtual | Sabores de América: ¡México invita a Argentina!”
Seven Local Guides from North and South America decided to start a unique exchange of local flavors by mailing boxes of treats to each other. This month, @Jesi will unbox and try some Mexican snacks for the first time. If you want to find out what she thinks about them while trying them live, make sure to join @LightRich 's meet-up. RSVP here.
February 28, “Virtual Meet (28 Feb): Support Small Local Business - Instant Cup Noodles Meet”
Supporting small businesses is the theme of @StephenAbraham 's next meet-up. He and co-host @Ddimitra encourage attendees to grab their favorite snack, drink, or instant noodles from their local shop and share why they like to support that particular place. For more information, click here.
Offline meet-ups
Note: Before you decide to join an offline meet-up in your region, please consider the local health regulations and guidelines. The safety of our community is our priority.
February 19, “Photo walk meet-up at Msheireb”
If you are in Doha, Qatar, feel free to join @IlyazBeck for a photo walk around Msheireb Downtown Doha. During the meet-up, you will discover newly opened food places, fashion outlets, and more interesting sites to add and contribute to on Google Maps. Sounds interesting? Find more information about the meet-up here.
February 19, “Let’s Support Small Businesses-P2”
This meet-up by @KamalHossenR is for everyone in Barisal, Bangladesh, who wishes to help local businesses by updating the information on Google Maps, adding photos, reviews, and more. Don’t forget to register for the meet-up here.
February 21, “Review Hour - 2021”
February 21 is International Mother Language Day, and to commemorate it, @Kamalhasnainee is hosting a meet-up for the Local Guides in Dhaka. During the event, participants will leave reviews in their native language and ask any questions they might have about the Local Guides program. If you wish to attend, RSVP here.
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