#kopitalk

Did you see me “on TV” last Saturday at Blk 478 Koufu? 😊 I have been conducting regular KopiTalk sessions at Koufu since 2011, but this year, due to COVID-19, most of my KopiTalk sessions had to be done online and from home. Happy to be “back” at Koufu, and to see residents even though it was from a screen. With a mix of technology and physical elements, we could connect with one another and talk about current affairs and estate matters like we used to. Thanks again to the management of Koufu for the set-up, and for helping us stay in touch with one another at Yuan Yang KopiTalk! #TampinesNorth #Kopitalk #livechatwithBYK #YuanYang #CoffeewithTea https://www.instagram.com/p/CH_9dZmHmj2/?igshid=1rlffbkp3hnvf

Was having my lunch at Tampines Blk 478 Koufu. Saw that Koufu has kindly set up a Zoom station for public to take part in my Yuan Yang KopiTalk tomorrow. Thanks Koufu for helping to make KopiTalk more accessible. Patrons can watch the Live Chat on the TV screen and also join in the discussion via the Zoom camera. There is another Zoom station set up at Tampines North CC. Anyone can also scan the QR code to join via Zoom or watch it on my Facebook. Whichever way, hope to ‘see’ you tomorrow (21/11) 2-4pm. #tampinesnorth #kopitalk #yuanyang https://www.instagram.com/p/CHzprLyHSkm/?igshid=slk01yaupmil

My first time trying out a Yuan Yang style for KopiTalk! We took inspiration from the Yuan Yang drink (for those who don’t know, it’s coffee with tea), and mixed our usual physical format with our digital format. Residents could either join us on Facebook Live, or join our Zoom call from home or at our CC and RC Centres. It was refreshing for me to finally be able to ‘see’ residents again, including some KopiTalk regulars. Instead of just answering questions posted on Facebook, I even got to hear from residents their hobbies, and see Sally’s mini garden! We’re thinking of continuing with this format next month. What do you think? #tampinesnorth #YuanYang #Kopitalk #livechatwithBYK https://www.instagram.com/p/CGpUP8fHBAX/?igshid=wlg7h5zg9j1a

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

I will be holding an online KopiTalk tomorrow (19 Sep) 2-3pm via Facebook Live. It’s not natural to talk to myself while looking at a screen showing myself talking. 😬However, your comments, questions and feedback make the whole experience more pleasant. It’s even more meaningful if I could help address the issues you raise. #kopitalk #livechatwithbyk https://www.instagram.com/p/CFRBTCxHVaq/?igshid=137mjonj066m6

Dabao or make your coffee and join me at my monthly eKopiTalk tomorrow (18 Jul) 2-3pm via Facebook Live. Happy to address your questions, feedback and views on estate matters and national issues, including the recent General Elections. Proudly wearing a tee by local artist @justinleeck. #kopitalk #supportlocal https://www.instagram.com/p/CCutMWcHGVP/?igshid=1q8r5e61b8b80

Last Saturday at our #KopiTalk, we discussed the situation surrounding #covid19, and questions that our residents had. One of our residents said that many people may have forgotten about SARS and how we overcame the virus outbreak in 2003 as a nation. Indeed, 17 years have passed, and people may not remember how we came together as a society and worked together in the face of adversity. We did it once, we can do it again! This was a very timely reminder on Total Defence Day. Happy for Mdm Lee, a resident whose son and his family returned from Wuhan on the second Scoot flight. She came specially to express her appreciation for the help of the Singapore government and all involved. Thanks to those who attended KopiTalk and joined in the discussion. I found the session very meaningful. Like what we talked about, let's keep our hands clean, don't touch our faces, and be socially responsible 😊 #SGunited #TampinesNorth https://www.instagram.com/p/B8vumALHgQp/?igshid=672p34n6h9pw

We had our last #KopiTalk for the year on Saturday! Had some interesting discussions as usual. We talked about current affairs, PMDs, and about emergency preparedness in the community. We also spent some time talking about civic-mindedness in the community. Personally, I feel that we should always appreciate and believe in the good intent of others' acts of kindness, and should encourage one another to be kind. Only then can we foster a caring and united community. What do you think? #tampinesnorth #kopitalk https://www.instagram.com/p/B5HJQOwnADX/?igshid=1cegpm4pbbbrr