Since the introduction of the virtual meet-ups, Local Guides have been hosting more and more of them to connect with each other. Now that Google Meet is free for everyone, you can host meet-ups with even more participants.
This week, we rounded up some of the best upcoming virtual events to celebrate the great meet-up ideas and initiatives Local Guides are hosting around the world. If you’re interested in attending one of the meet-ups, you can RSVP directly on the page, but please only do so if you’re attending.
Here are our picks for the week from July 30 through August 2, 2020.
July 30, “World Friendship Day Meet-up”
For International Friendship Day, @RtnArulPrakasamT is organizing a fun virtual meet-up. Local Guides from around the world are invited to celebrate the friendships that they have made through the program and share some fantastic memories with the rest of the attendees. If you want to join him and other people that share your interests and passions, you better book your seat now.RSVP here.
July 31, “Four Years Of Connect”
For the fourth anniversary of Connect, @KashifMisidia and his co-host @JaneBurunina invite you to share your Local Guides journey on the platform. To have some good time reminiscing with other community members, make sure toRSVP here.
August 1, “Lists for Google Maps Talk”
After their successful Google My Business meet-up, @KarenVChin and @Kwiksatik are teaming up once again to host another great event, which will focus on Google Maps lists. They will share an introduction to lists as well as their tips and helpful examples, so if you want to participate, don’t forget toRSVP here.
August 1, “#StateChallenge Missouri”
@Kwiksatik and @Denise_Barlock continue theirchallenge, where Local Guides have the chance to learn something curious about the different American states. The aim is to showcase the country’s beauty and diversity in a fun way. If you want to take part and test your trivia knowledge, be sure to RSVP here.
August 2, “Pueblos Mágicos 2da. Edición”
#TeamTacos are back with part two of Magical Towns to visit in Mexico. For her meet-up debut, @Bere_Marichi teams up with @Janis_delaluz , @nelly_morales , and @Lucio_Brian_Santia . During to introduce some unique places like Cuetzalan, Coatepec, and Tulum. To participate in the meet-up, attendees should firstRSVP here.
Interested in being featured? Check out this Help Desk article for more information. No need to tag a Google Moderator; we review all meet-ups submitted as well as conversations on Connect regularly.
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