I started my monthly KopiTalk in 2011 soon after I came to Tampines North. It is a face-to-face session at Blk 478 Koufu food court where residents can ask any questions and give feedback or suggestions, whether on estate matters, topical issues or national policies. I found these sessions very useful as I hear directly from residents and can find out what's on people's minds. We can then follow up on the matters raised where appropriate. Participants told me they find the conversation and exchange of views with fellow residents interesting. I also use the opportunity to share what I know and make any clarifications. Unfortunately, with the COVID-19 situation, KopiTalk has been suspended since February. We moved it online via FB Live instead. However, something is missing as I do not see faces. I still respond to the comments but it is a monologue. For tomorrow's session, we are trying a hybrid version called "Yuan Yang KopiTalk". Just like the coffee-with-tea drink, we will have a face-to-face component with an online version at the same time, ie Zoom via FB Live. You can just scan the QR code to join the session anytime from 2pm to 4pm tomorrow. Or you can go to any of the three locations listed in the poster to watch and participate in the session. Anyone can still leave their comments on the Live Chat. Not sure how this is going to turn out, but always exciting to try something new. 😀 Hope to see/hear/read you! #TampinesNorth #yuanyang #kopitalk https://www.instagram.com/p/CGZk7_oH_Rv/?igshid=stb36khyv4kz