Hong Kong Snake ID Book Launches

Wildlife lovers will go nuts for this book: “A Field Guide to the Snakes of Hong Kong.”Authored by local wildlife expert Adam Francis and co-produced by snake authority Robert Ferguson, this 196-page tome is a comprehensive guide to Hong Kong’s snake population. In addition to a detailed summary of each species, complete with photo, size guide, habitat information and conservation status, you’ll also find an easy system for identifying snakes, a guide to what to do if you get bitten, details on common errors when identifying snakes, and much more. It’s a brilliant resource to flip throughso you’re prepared for your next wildlife encounter on one of Hong Kong’s trails.

$280 ($228 if you order before April 1) from hongkongsnakeid.com.

Shop Sustainable Fashion at The American Club on April 20

The American Club Foundation is hosting Sip Style & Shop, a sustainable shopping event on April 20! Taking place at The American Club in Tai Tam, this public event will see some of the city’s best eco business under one roof, offering more than 1,000 items of pre-loved clothing for sale (its on the Southside so you know the pickings will be good!) in support of three local charities: ImpactHK, RUN HK and Chatteris Educational Foundation. In addition to secondhand finds, you’ll also find new fashion and lifestyle items donated by the likes of Whistles, Rue Madame, Frey and Tove & Libra (pictured), as well as stalls from niin, beCandle, HULA, Naked Lab, Paper-Roses and more. Entry is $250 for early bird and $300 standard, and included a goodie bag from L’Oreal worth more than $1,000. Book your tickets now!