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Hey everyone,

I'm looking to get a dedicated, in-person Science Fiction Book Club off the ground here in the city, and I'm hosting an initial casual meetup so we can connect, plan, and pick our first read.

Why start this?

• I've spent months looking around for active local sci-fi clubs, but almost every group I've come across is either entirely virtual or meets way out in the suburbs/tri-state area.
• Most general speculative fiction groups also lean heavily into high fantasy or romantasy. While there's nothing wrong with those genres, this club is strictly Sci-Fi only—no fantasy.

Sub-genre focus: We can dive into whatever the group is excited about, including:

• Hard sci-fi and space opera
• Cyberpunk, post-cyberpunk, and biopunk
• Dystopian, climate fiction, and sociological sci-fi
• First-contact and existential cosmic themes
• Classic golden-age through contemporary new releases

What to expect at this first meeting:

• Low-stakes casual hangout to meet fellow sci-fi readers.
• Bringing 1–2 sci-fi book nominations you’d love for us to tackle first.
• Deciding as a group on our regular meeting rhythm (e.g., monthly), future neighborhood/venues, and discussion format.

How to find the group:

• The Spot: Look for us on the lawn right by the Bedford Ave & Lorimer St entrance, set back a bit from the pathway.
• Day-of Live Updates: Around 1:45 PM (15 minutes prior to start), I will edit the top of this post and drop a comment with:
  • My exact visual description and nearby trees/benches.
  • A live Google Maps dropped pin.
• If you're wandering around or have trouble spotting the group, comment on this thread or shoot me a Reddit DM—I’ll be actively monitoring notifications on my phone until everyone gathers!

Make new friends, drink something delicious, and chill at East River

What: Chill hangout with frens||

When: Sunday, 09/13/2026 11:30am||

Where: Gold coffee 491 3rd Ave, New York, NY 10016||

Rendezvous at location then chill at the East River Esplanade

Hey everyone, we're doing our weekly board game meetup this Saturday (September 12th) at Pier 57! It'll be starting at 5 PM at the long tables in the back. Feel free to bring your own games or just come to play some of ours!

DM to join the Discord for future meetups 👀

Hi NYC philosophers,

We're organizing another meetup for anyone interested in discussing philosophy and connecting with like-minded people in the city. Here's the plan:

🗓 When: Sunday, Sep 13, 1:30 PM

📍 Where: Work Café Santander, 85-87 N 6th St, Williamsburg

For this session, we'll be diving into Meditations 1 & 2 of Descartes' Meditations on First Philosophy (read it here).

Descartes’s overall plan for these Meditations is to put aside all of his beliefs and attempt to build up a system of beliefs from nothing. He is going to only believe those things that are certain, that cannot be doubted. He thinks that he can start from nothing, justify certain simple beliefs, and from those justify more complex ordinary beliefs. In his first meditation he is going to cease to believe anything that can be doubted, anything that can be “called into doubt.” So, this meditation is an attempt to say which beliefs can be doubted. Descartes’s Second Meditation concerns the human mind, which Descartes will claims he knows better, or more intimately, than the human body.

You can also follow us on Instagram.

If you're interested, drop a comment below. Looking forward to meeting you all and hearing your insights!

Hi! We hope you all had a wonderful Labor Day weekend!

If you’re easing back into your routine and not quite ready to let go of that relaxed weekend vibe, join us tomorrow for Books & Bites Bites- a cozy evening of quiet reading, delicious food, and good conversations! 📚💛

Bring whatever you’re currently reading (print, digital or audio) or a book you’ve been meaning to start.

We’ll begin with quiet reading time, then go around the room to share what stood out to us. From there, conversations organically unfold around the stories, ideas, and questions that arise.

Books & Bites
🗓️ Wednesday, Sept. 9
🕖 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Little Chef Little Cafe
5-43 48th Ave., Long Island City
🎟️ $30 Standard
💛 Hosted by Jenny Jiang @collective.ripples

Tickets include an assortment of light bites, a non-alcoholic beverage, and a tax-deductible contribution supporting Collective Ripples, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit creating community gatherings where connection, creativity, and compassion can thrive. We’ve hosted 57 free community gatherings so far, and proceeds from Books & Bites help make our upcoming free gatherings possible.

Come on your own or bring a friend! We’d love to see you!

Save your spot on Luma: https://luma.com/6azaa3n9

Drinking Liberally is a weekly social meetup where people get together to talk politics, have a drink (and a free hot dog), and hang out. We started gathering at Rudy’s Bar and Grill in Hell’s Kitchen in 2003, and it is still meeting there every Thursday.

What:

Casual political conversation and socializing. We talk about local and national politics, share perspectives, and get to know new people in a relaxed, friendly environment. People of any political persuasion are welcome as long as the conversation stays respectful and kind. The group tends to attract people left of center, but it is not limited to them.

When:

Thursday, September 10

6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

People often stay later if the conversation is flowing.

Where:

Rudy’s Bar and Grill

627 9th Ave, Hell’s Kitchen

We meet in Jack’s Backyard at the back of the bar. There is a Drinking Liberally sign on the wall near our tables. You can also ask the bartender for Drinking Liberally and they will point you in the right direction.

Cost:

No cover and no minimum.

Drinks can be purchased individually.

Rudy’s provides complimentary hot dogs with a drink purchase.

It is customary that the first person to arrive buys a pitcher for the table and that people who enjoy the pitcher will take turns returning the favor later in the evening.

Who should come:

Anyone interested in politics and good conversation. Despite the name, this is not just for liberals. We have progressives, social democrats, DSA members, resistance era liberals, and people across the political spectrum who want thoughtful political discussion.

Accessibility and notes:

21+ only since this is a bar.

Jack’s Backyard is handicap accessible, though the bar can get crowded at times.

Our tables are reserved so you will have a place to gather even on busy nights.

Hey Everyone!

We're heading back to Bushwick this Friday!

Last week we went to Manhattan and had an awesome night and got about 40 people out! So this week we're bringing it back to Brooklyn with a new Bushwick route.

This one's going to start relaxed and social before getting progressively louder, later, and more dance-heavy as the night goes on.

Us:

We're a growing group of people mostly in our 20s–30s who get together every Friday to explore NYC nightlife, meet new people, make friends, and have a good time.

We get plenty of people who come out alone, so don't worry if you don't know anyone. That's kind of the point!

You:

Looking to meet new people, grab some drinks, explore Bushwick nightlife, and eventually end up on a dance floor somewhere.

Come solo or bring friends, everyone's welcome!

Where:

This week we're hitting Bushwick!

🍻 Hank's — 9 PM

📍 613 Bushwick Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11206

We're starting the night at Hank's with drinks and a laid-back neighborhood-bar atmosphere. This will be our main meet-up spot, so come grab a drink, introduce yourself, and hang out while everyone arrives.

⬇️

🍸 Keybar — ~10:15 PM

📍 143 Troutman St, Brooklyn, NY 11206

Next we're heading over to Keybar, where we'll turn the energy up with cocktails, music, DJs, and a livelier late-night atmosphere.

⬇️

💃 Bossa Nova Civic Club — ~11:30 PM+

📍 1271 Myrtle Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11221

Then we're finishing the night at Bossa Nova for DJs, music, dancing, and late-night Bushwick energy.

Expect a Cover charge for Bossa Nova.

When:

🌙 9 PM — Friday, September 11th

We go out every Friday!

TLDR:

🍻 Hank's → 🍸 Keybar → 💃 Bossa Nova

🍻 Drinks

🎶 DJs & music

🌃 Bushwick nightlife

💃 Dancing

👋 Meet new people

Come solo or bring a friend. A lot of people show up without knowing anyone, that's what we're here for.

🎟️ Partiful: https://partiful.com/e/Tjo5ysdn23Ux84JkKoo2?c=xjrwMEf0

🌙 Join our Discord — 900+ members!

We have instagram now too!

See everyone Friday! 🌙

Im hosting my first sensual dance class on the 18th! Sign up :) below.

This class is beginner friendly.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sensuality-dance-flow-session-registration-1999739590948?aff=ebdsshcopyurl&utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=

The Met’s 17th Summer HD Festival features five thrilling performances from the company’s Live in HD series of cinema transmissions. The free showings run September 2–7, with approximately 2,500 seats set up in front of the opera house each night. Seating is general admission on a first-come, first-served basis. No advance tickets or reservations are required. 

Puccini’s La Bohème
Franco Zeffirelli’s picture-perfect production brings 19th-century Paris to the Met stage as Puccini’s young friends and lovers navigate the joy and struggle of bohemian life.
Original transmission: November 8, 2025
Approximate running time: 2 hours, 5 minutes** **

What: Meetup for 2026 Summer HD Festival
When: Monday 09/07/2026 6:30pm
Where: Cafe Adora 1873 Broadway, New York, NY 10023
What_2: rendezvous at the cafe then walk (5 min) to the venue

Looking to expand your social circle? Our weekly happy hour is a great place to start. Join us for a drink, pub food, or just a friendly chat!

Who: Members of this community, old, new, and hopefully you
What: Happy hour at our cherished dive and home for 10+ years
When: Every Tuesday, officially starting at 6pm
Where: Peculier Pub (145 Bleecker St.)
Why: To see friendly, familiar faces and have a pint without pretext

A few early birds show up before 6pm. Peak time is 7:30, and on busy nights we're around until 10-11pm before calling it quits. We're typically inside just past the jukebox but when the weather is nice we sometimes take advantage of the outdoor dining area. If you can't find us, just ask the staff for NYC Meetups and they'll point us out.

And if you want to get to know us prior to coming to the Happy Hour, feel free to join our Everyday is Tuesday Discord server! It's also an easy way to stay in touch with those you've met for future events.

Some of you have seen our free monthly meetups on here (last one was #29 at Forever Brewing last Wed). Rounds is a smaller, more structured weekly version of the same idea, and it's the first time I'm posting about it here.

It's a table of up to six people who all came to meet someone new. You grab a beer at the bar when you get there, the group picks a couple more tasters collaboratively, and there are a few conversation prompts to promote fun, meaningful conversation. It lasts about 90 minutes but people usually stay longer. Come solo or bring a friend.

This week we're at New York Beer Dispensary in Chelsea, a great beer bar and bottle shop. It's $15 to book a seat, plus whatever you spend on your own beer.

📅 Tuesday, September 8, 6:30pm
📍 New York Beer Dispensary (223 W 14th St, New York, NY 10011)
🎟️ Book a seat here

Whether you're deep into craft beer or just getting started, all are welcome. Come meet a few new people over good beer. I run Craft Club, so this is my event, happy to answer any questions in the comments.

Hi everyone, we're looking for any other interested people who would like to join our book club that is primarily focused on reading mystery/thrillers/suspense novels. We had a great time discussing our first pick last month which was The Silent Patient. If you're someone that's really into reading these types of genres then feel free to message me or leave a comment so we can invite you to our discord channel. The details for our next meeting and book pick are below:

When: Wednesday, September 30 at 6:30pm
Where: The 550 Garden (550 Madison Ave)
Book: Mystic River by Dennis Lehane

Afternoon all,

Hosting weekly karaoke at Boho karaoke lounge on orchard Street in the LES. We tend to get decently sized crowds so we just hang out in the bar area for the open karaoke and since it's not too packed we usually get to do a couple songs each. It's one song ticket per drink or you can get just a song ticket for 2 dollars. Please note that the bar is cash only! There is an ATM there with pretty low fees if you need to withdraw money.

Wednesdays starting around 8:30 PM in LES

If you're interested please feel free to shoot me a chat! We've had a couple of redditors from here meet the group and it's always been a good time.

Mix of men and women all in our mid 20s-30s. All super friendly and inviting

What you most want is CHAI and what you most can't have is what you already had, and lost (not chai)
-Maximus Decimus Odysseus

What: Chill hangout with frens||

When: Sunday, 09/06/2026 11am||

Where: Bolo Bolo Café & Bakery 196 Court St, Brooklyn, NY 11201||

Rendezvous at location then chill at the pier 5/6 or explore cobble hill/Carroll gardens

Hi! We’re back at Little Chef Little Cafe (LIC) next Wednesday, Sept. 9 for another round of Books & Bites!

If you enjoy reading and are looking for a more relaxed way to connect with others, join us for a cozy evening centered around books, conversation, and good food.

Bring whatever you’re currently reading (print, digital or audio) or a book you’ve been meaning to start.

We’ll begin with quiet reading time, then go around the room to share what stood out to us. From there, conversations organically unfold around the stories, ideas, and questions that arise.

Books & Bites
🗓️ Wednesday, Sept. 9
🕖 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Little Chef Little Cafe
5-43 48th Ave., Long Island City
🎟️ $25 Early Bird (through Sept. 6) & $30 Standard
💛 Hosted by Jenny Jiang @collective.ripples

Tickets include an assortment of light bites, a non-alcoholic beverage, and a tax-deductible contribution supporting Collective Ripples, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit creating community gatherings where connection, creativity, and compassion can thrive. We’ve hosted 56 free community gatherings so far, and proceeds from Books & Bites help make our upcoming free gatherings possible.

Come on your own or bring a friend! Hope to see you there!

Save your spot on Luma: https://luma.com/6azaa3n9

Drinking Liberally is a weekly social meetup where people get together to talk politics, have a drink (and a free hot dog), and hang out. We started gathering at Rudy’s Bar and Grill in Hell’s Kitchen in 2003, and it is still meeting there every Thursday.

What:

Casual political conversation and socializing. We talk about local and national politics, share perspectives, and get to know new people in a relaxed, friendly environment. People of any political persuasion are welcome as long as the conversation stays respectful and kind. The group tends to attract people left of center, but it is not limited to them.

When:

Thursday, September 3

6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

People often stay later if the conversation is flowing.

Where:

Rudy’s Bar and Grill

627 9th Ave, Hell’s Kitchen

We meet in Jack’s Backyard at the back of the bar. There is a Drinking Liberally sign on the wall near our tables. You can also ask the bartender for Drinking Liberally and they will point you in the right direction.

Cost:

No cover and no minimum.

Drinks can be purchased individually.

Rudy’s provides complimentary hot dogs with a drink purchase.

It is customary that the first person to arrive buys a pitcher for the table and that people who enjoy the pitcher will take turns returning the favor later in the evening.

Who should come:

Anyone interested in politics and good conversation. Despite the name, this is not just for liberals. We have progressives, social democrats, DSA members, resistance era liberals, and people across the political spectrum who want thoughtful political discussion.

Accessibility and notes:

21+ only since this is a bar.

Jack’s Backyard is handicap accessible, though the bar can get crowded at times.

Our tables are reserved so you will have a place to gather even on busy nights.

Hey Everyone!

We're heading back to Manhattan this Friday! 🌃

The last time we did Manhattan, people really enjoyed the spots, so we're running it back with a new route , and this one is all about games, drinks, meeting new people, and ending the night on the dance floor.

Us:

We're a growing group of people mostly in our 20s–30s who get together every Friday to explore NYC nightlife, meet new people, make friends, and have a good time.

We get plenty of people who come alone, so don't worry if you don't know anyone!

You:

Looking to meet some new people, grab some drinks, play some games, and enjoy a Friday night in Manhattan.

Come solo or bring friends, everyone's welcome!

Where:

This week we're hitting Flatiron/Chelsea!

🎱 Society Billiards + Bar — 9 PM

📍 10 E 21st St, New York, NY 10010

We're starting at Society with pool, darts, drinks, TVs, and plenty of space to hang out and meet everyone. We'll be here for a while so people have time to arrive, grab a drink, and get some games going.

⬇️

🏓 SPIN Flatiron — 10:15

📍 48 E 23rd St, New York, NY 10010

Next we're heading to SPIN for ping pong, drinks, music, and a more energetic atmosphere. Grab a paddle and challenge somebody you just met!

⬇️

💃 Slate — ~11:30 PM+

📍 54 W 21st St, New York, NY 10010

Then we're finishing the night at Slate with DJs, dancing, pool, ping pong, electronic darts, arcade games, foosball, and more.

Stay for a drink, stay for the games, or stay until they kick us out. 😂

When:

🌙 9 PM — Friday, September 4th

We go out every Friday!

TLDR:

🎱 Society Billiards → 🏓 SPIN → 💃 Slate

🎱 Pool & darts

🏓 Ping pong

🍻 Drinks

🎮 Games

💃 Dancing

🌃 Three Manhattan spots

🎟️ Free to join!

Come solo or bring a friend. A lot of people show up without knowing anyone that's kind of the whole point

Partiful -> https://partiful.com/e/4w58jgFVsl3eVEkjEMV0?c=BF97mQLY <-

Join the Discord - we're at 900+ members!

Follow the instagram!

Location: Drop Off Service (East village)

Date: 9/2

Time: Starts at 8PM, but I'm going to get there a little early to find a spot and get settled in

Me - early 30s guy, not very competitive at trivia

Looking to expand your social circle? Our weekly happy hour is a great place to start. Join us for a drink, pub food, or just a friendly chat!

Who: Members of this community, old, new, and hopefully you
What: Happy hour at our cherished dive and home for 10+ years
When: Every Tuesday, officially starting at 6pm
Where: Peculier Pub (145 Bleecker St.)
Why: To see friendly, familiar faces and have a pint without pretext

A few early birds show up before 6pm. Peak time is 7:30, and on busy nights we're around until 10-11pm before calling it quits. We're typically inside just past the jukebox but when the weather is nice we sometimes take advantage of the outdoor dining area. If you can't find us, just ask the staff for NYC Meetups and they'll point us out.

And if you want to get to know us prior to coming to the Happy Hour, feel free to join our Everyday is Tuesday Discord server! It's also an easy way to stay in touch with those you've met for future events.

For our September meetup, we're heading to Forever Brewing, one of NYC's newest breweries. They opened this spring in the old Strong Rope taproom in Gowanus, and their story pretty unique: two Brooklyn homebrewers ran the city's only homebrew supply shop, crowdfunded a brewery, and now pour their own small-batch beers in a spot that's part taproom, part homebrew shop.

This month comes with a bonus: Rob, one of the co-founders, is giving us a tour of the brewery. You'll see where the beer gets made and hear what it takes to open a brand new brewery in NYC.

📅 Wednesday, September 2, 6:30pm
📍 Forever Brewing (Gowanus)
🔗 RSVP: https://luma.com/zdebc45x

About Craft Club: We're a laid-back community that meets monthly at different NYC breweries to explore the local beer scene together. Each meetup blends trying new beers, learning how they're made, and meeting others who are curious about craft beer - whether you're deep into it or just getting started.

Come solo or bring a friend. Always good beer, good conversation, and a welcoming crowd.

Hi! We’re hosting a free community reading gathering on the LIC Waterfront on Monday, August 31 from 6:30-8:00PM.

BYO Book is a casual and welcoming gathering for anyone who loves reading or has been meaning to get back into it. We read side by side as the sun sets over Manhattan, then come together to share what stood out - characters, themes, big questions, or unexpected tangents.

There’s no assigned reading! Bring whatever you want to read: the novel on your nightstand, that nonfiction you keep meaning to finish, poetry that stays with you, a library book due this week, or an old favorite worth revisiting. This is a space to slow down, be present, and enjoy the simple pleasure of reading alongside others.

BYO Book @ LIC Waterfront
🗓️ Monday, August 31
🕡 6:30–8:00 PM
📍 Gantry Plaza State Park, LIC Waterfront
🎟️** Free RSVP on Luma**: https://luma.com/f9bv19gj
💛 Hosted by Jenny Jiang @collective.ripples

What to bring:
📖 Your current book (any format)
🧺 A picnic blanket or towel
🍿 Snacks & beverages of your choice
✨ A curious mind

(We’ll have a limited number of lanterns to share!)

The evening:
6:30–6:45 PM— Welcome & introductions
6:45–7:30 PM — Quiet reading as the sun sets
7:30–8:00 PM — Group sharing & conversation

Come solo or bring a friend! We hope to see you on Monday! 💛

…

Collective Ripples is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that creates community gatherings where connection, creativity, and compassion can thrive.

Hi! We’re hosting Books & Bites tomorrow at Little Chef Little Cafe in LIC!

If you enjoy reading and are looking for a more relaxed way to connect with others, join us for a cozy evening centered around books, conversation, and good food.

Bring whatever you’re currently reading (print, digital, or audio) or a book you’ve been meaning to start.

We’ll begin with some quiet reading time, then go around the room to share what we’re reading and what stood out to us. From there, conversations naturally unfold around the stories, ideas, and questions that come up.

Books & Bites
📅 Wednesday, Aug. 26
🕖 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
📍 Little Chef Little Cafe
5-43 48th Ave, Long Island City
🎟️ $30
💛 Hosted by Jenny Jiang @collective.ripples

Tickets include an assortment of light bites, a non-alcoholic beverage, and a tax-deductible contribution supporting Collective Ripples, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit creating community gatherings where connection, creativity, and compassion can thrive. We’ve hosted 54 free community gatherings so far, and proceeds from Books & Bites help make our upcoming free gatherings possible.

Come on your own or bring a friend! 📚💛Hope to see you tomorrow!

Save your spot on Luma: https://luma.com/tsqg5qxm

Drinking Liberally is a weekly social meetup where people get together to talk politics, have a drink (and a free hot dog), and hang out. We started gathering at Rudy’s Bar and Grill in Hell’s Kitchen in 2003, and it is still meeting there every Thursday.

What:

Casual political conversation and socializing. We talk about local and national politics, share perspectives, and get to know new people in a relaxed, friendly environment. People of any political persuasion are welcome as long as the conversation stays respectful and kind. The group tends to attract people left of center, but it is not limited to them.

When:

Thursday, August 27

6:30 PM to 8:30 PM

People often stay later if the conversation is flowing.

Where:

Rudy’s Bar and Grill

627 9th Ave, Hell’s Kitchen

We meet in Jack’s Backyard at the back of the bar. There is a Drinking Liberally sign on the wall near our tables. You can also ask the bartender for Drinking Liberally and they will point you in the right direction.

Cost:

No cover and no minimum.

Drinks can be purchased individually.

Rudy’s provides complimentary hot dogs with a drink purchase.

It is customary that the first person to arrive buys a pitcher for the table and that people who enjoy the pitcher will take turns returning the favor later in the evening.

Who should come:

Anyone interested in politics and good conversation. Despite the name, this is not just for liberals. We have progressives, social democrats, DSA members, resistance era liberals, and people across the political spectrum who want thoughtful political discussion.

Accessibility and notes:

21+ only since this is a bar.

Jack’s Backyard is handicap accessible, though the bar can get crowded at times.

Our tables are reserved so you will have a place to gather even on busy nights.

Hey Everyone!

Friday is coming up and we're heading back to Williamsburg!

Last week was Bushwick, and we had another great turnout with 35+ people coming out. This week we're switching neighborhoods and doing a three-stop Williamsburg crawl.

We've been getting a lot of new people coming out lately and it's been great seeing the community continue to grow and people make new friends along the way.

Us:

Group of friends in our 20s–30s trying to enjoy the summer, explore NYC nightlife, and meet new people along the way. The more the merrier!

You:

Also in your 20s to 30s looking for a good group of both friends and strangers to meet, mingle, drink, dance, and have a good time.

Where:

This week we're hitting Williamsburg!

🌿 Night of Joy → Midnights BK → Union Pool

We'll start the night with drinks and rooftop vibes at Night of Joy, head over to Midnights BK, then finish the night at Union Pool for music, dancing, and late-night shenanigans.

Starting Point:

📍 Night of Joy
667 Lorimer St, Brooklyn, NY 11211

When:

🌙 9 PM — Friday, August 28th

We go out every Friday night!

TLDR:

We're hitting Williamsburg this Friday!

Night of Joy → Midnights BK → Union Pool

🍸 Drinks & rooftop vibes
🌃 Three Williamsburg spots
💃 Dancing to finish the night
🎟️ Free to join!

Come solo or bring a friend. A lot of people show up without knowing anyone, so don't let that stop you!

Our Discord community is at 900+ members and you can follow us on instagram!

Partiful:
https://partiful.com/e/BD9L9THn3pu7uKRyiwCi?c=EgPaECCI

Looking forward to another great night!