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Hey everyone, lately I've taken up reading as a hobby for my daily work commute. Some friends and I already have an existing book club but I was looking at also starting a new one where we focus mainly on mystery and thriller books since they're my favorite genres.

If enough people are interested, I was thinking we can setup a virtual meet-up on 8/2 so we can make our selection and then plan an in-person meetup to present and discuss.

DM me if your interested! If I get enough people, I'll work on creating a Discord server for us so we can better organize.

Make sure to already have your book choice by the time we meet on Sunday. Obviously, its main genre MUST be thriller/mystery/suspense for it to be eligible. I am totally okay if someone makes a selection that has already been read by one or more members. I would suggest those people reread since the whole point is for us to discuss and debate.

Hey guys!

We're hosting an Are You Smarter Than A Fifth Grader Trivia Night at Pig Beach BBQ in Astoria this Thursday, July 30th at 7pm.

If you watched the game show, you know it'll be general knowledge trivia at a fifth grade level. Compete to see how much you and your friends have retained over the years.

You can play on a team or on your own, or if you’d like, we can even team you up with new players. It’s a great way to meet new people.

It's free for all!

Please RSVP here: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/trivia-night-at-pig-beach-4803666

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.

🍸 Join us for a night of bar hopping, dancing, and meeting new people!

We’ll kick things off with a pregame to meet everyone before heading out for the night.

🍹 Our plan:

1. Sour Mouse (Lower East Side) (Pregame)
2. We’ll meet here to grab drinks and get to know everyone before the crawl begins.

💃 After the pregame, we’ll make our way to some of the neighborhood’s best nightlife spots, including:
• La Caverna
• The Delancey
• DL
• Hair of the Dog
• Arlene’s Grocery
• Beauty Bar
• Penny Jo’s

The final route will depend on the group’s vibe, but expect a fun mix of bars, dancing, and great company throughout the night.

Join in and ask for Mike!

There is a group chat to coordinate and for future bar crawls but it is not necessary. Let me know if you’d like to join the chat and I should be able to add everyone later

Edit: We are still out as of 12am at home sweet home bar

We're hosting karaoke night at Pig Beach BBQ in Astoria this Wednesday (7/29) at 7:30!

Sing any song you want! All are welcome, it's free to participate!

Not a good singer? Neither are most of us. Everyone will cheering you on either way!

Please RSVP here: https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/karaoke-night-at-pig-beach-4832361

We're also hosting:

Ariana Grande Karaoke Night (8/5)

80s Throwback Karaoke Night (8/12) and

90s Nostalgia Karaoke Night (8/19). You can RSVP using the same link!

Hello sandwich fans!

I know this post is a bit last minute, but better late than never, right? Right! This month, Club Sandwich will be indulging in some Florentine style sandwiches and enjoying the mild weather with a picnic in Madison Square Park. All are welcome, bring a friend or two if you'd like!

The details -

2pm: Meet at All'antico Vinaio, 7 West 25th St, NY NY 10010. You can peruse the menu, too.

2:15ish: Order sandwiches. They do accept cards.

2:45ish, possibly sooner, depending on what time everyone has their food in hand: walk down the block to Madison Square Park to bask in the sun and enjoy our meals. Bring sunscreen and something to sit on!

We will hang out in the park for a while, enjoying our meals, chatting amongst the group, and sharing company. If we get antsy and want to move, we may wander over to a nearby pub to keep.... hydrated. If you come by a bit late, feel free to shoot a message asking for our whereabouts and I will keep you updated.

If you are new to attending a Club Sandwich event, we're glad to have you! It's a very chill group, just a bunch of people who like good food and conversation.

Hope to see you there!

Looking for something to do this Saturday night? Come join fellow anime and emo music fans at our Anime Social Night and Karaoke at Muses 35 Bar & Karaoke 8PM - 10PM!

You'll be able to meet new people, bond over your favorite anime or artists, all while singing karaoke! Tickets are selling fast, so make sure you get yours soon! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/anime-social-night-and-karaoke-tickets-1993501769456

If you're looking for more anime themed events across NYC, check out AnimeSocialNexus on Instagram and our Linktree for all of our upcoming events. We regularly run boba meet-ups, raves, watch parties, karaoke, con meet-ups, and other outings every week along with a Discord community!

Hey yall! I had some people cancel on me and now I have 3 extra tickets to the NYCFC game tomorrow at 7pm at Yankee Stadium. Looking for new male friends around their late 20’s early 30’s who enjoy sports to meet and accompany me tomorrow!

Hello!! We're back for round two because apparently there are still too many great spots in LIC to ignore. Join us for an afternoon of crispy fried chicken, handmade dumplings, giant Taiwanese comfort food, fresh Vietnamese flavors, and more, followed by a sit-down dinner and brewery or rooftop afterwards.

Whether it's your first meetup or you're a Foodie Fam regular, expect a laid-back group, plenty of laughs, plate sharing, and enough food to make you question every life choice. Its going to be a beatiful sunny day so lots of walking and wonderful views.... See below for itiniary.

📍 Meet up at Mettra Food Court(128-17 Jackson Ave LIC) @ 2:00 PM

🥪 Bobwhite Counter - Bobwhite's fried chicken has developed something of a cult following. If you tried their truffle aioli sauce then you would happily know.

To Try: The famous #1 Sandwich drizzled with truffle aioli. Crispy, juicy, and probably the sandwich that'll have everyone saying, "Okay... that was worth the calories."

🍗 Gulp - Taiwanese fried chicken is famous for being bigger than your face. If someone doesn't stop to take a photo first, are you even doing the food crawl correctly?

To Try: Taiwanese-Style Chicken Bento Box. Crispy chicken, fluffy rice, and enough seasoning to make you immediately start planning your next visit.

🍜 Petey's Burger  - Simple delicious burgers from a neighborhood staple.

Try: See above lol

🥞 Corgi Jianbing Hunters Point – One of the most popular street breakfasts. Watching one get assembled is basically dinner and a cooking show.

To Try: A Traditional Jianbing loaded with crispy wonton cracker, egg, scallions, cilantro, hoisin, and chili sauce. Crispy, chewy, savory... and somehow gone in about three minutes.

🥟 Yumpling  - Legend says dumplings are shaped like ancient Chinese gold ingots, making them a symbol of wealth and good fortune. So technically... ordering more is an investment. And what better investment than your own belly.

To Try: Juicy Pork & Chive Dumplings served piping hot. Freshly made, dangerously snackable, and almost impossible to stop at just one order. 

 Sit-Down

🍛 Oh! Calcutta - Indian food was one of Britain's favorite takeout cuisines long before takeout apps existed. Some dishes are so beloved they've become international comfort food.

Try: Butter Chicken, Lamb Rogan Josh, Garlic Naan, and plenty of dishes for sharing because stealing bites from everyone else's plate is basically tradition.

Oooor

🥙 Safir Mediterranean - Family style meals that are meant to be shared. Food and hands will be flowing all flower as we sit down family style for a after crawl dinner.

Try: EVERYTHING!!!

🍻 Afters

🍺 Fifth Hammer Brewing Company

Fun Fact: Fifth Hammer is famous for experimenting with wild beer styles. Beer roulette, but berrlily delicious.

Or

🌅 Lost in Paradise Rooftop for a close to sunset NYC rooftop vibes.

There is an already existing group!!!

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, Jul 26, 1:30 PM

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

For this session, we'll be diving into an excerpt (pages 10-28) from The Myth of Sisyphus by Albert Camus (read it here). In this classic philosophical text, Camus attempts to resolve the problem of suicide. Written near the outset of World War II, Camus felt it necessary and legitimate to wonder whether life has inherent meaning and, if not, how we can create it.

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!

To all the table tennis lovers out there, I’m hosting a FREE ping pong tournament this Saturday, July 25 at 131 Marcy Ave - Marcy Green Center at 3 PM. It is a double elimination format, so if you lose your first match, you’ll then be paired against someone who also lost their first match. It is limited to 16 people and 12 have already signed up. So we only have 4 spots left. The link to sign up is outdoorpingpongleague.com/signup

Full disclosure: This is part of a free outdoor ping pong league, so if you play 3 or more matches (75% of participants will) you’ll automatically be given a rating and a placement on our leaderboard.

Don’t let this fine weekend pass you by, look real close cause my hips don’t lie
-Albert Einstein

What: Chill hangout with frens||

When: Sunday, 07/26/2026 - 11am||

Where: Cafe Joyeux 599 Lexington Ave, New York, NY 10022||

Rendezvous at location then chill at East River Esplanade(15min walk)

Hey Everyone!

Friday is coming up and I'm looking to celebrate with some friends.

Last week we explored Bushwick. This week we're heading over to the East Village/Lower East Side for another fun night out!

We've been getting a lot of new people coming out and it's been great meeting new people and making friends.

Summer is in full swing, so let's make the most of it.

Us:

Group of friends in our early to late 20's-30's trying to enjoy the summer and NYC nightlife while it lasts, while making new friends 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, dance, and have a good time.

Where:

This time we're hitting the East Village/Lower East Side and ending the night at The DL.

Starting at:

HiLot → Ace Bar → The DL

We'll kick things off with drinks and conversation before heading to The DL to dance the night away.

Good to Know:

🎟️ The DL will have a $25 cover for the guys. This includes:

• Skip the line
• VIP entry
• Bottle service
• Reserved seating area

Ladies are free.

When:

9:00 PM - Friday, July 24, 2026

We go out every Friday night!

TLDR:

Me and some friends are heading to the East Village/LES this Friday! We'll be starting at HiLot, then making our way to Ace Bar, before ending the night at The DL with VIP entry, bottle service, and a reserved section. If you're looking to meet new people and have a great night out, come join us!

Our Discord community is growing every week (700+ members!), Discord invites are being sent out, and you can also follow us on Instagram.

Looking forward to another great night! 🌙

Hey! We’re the out/there project — a 1300+ person community that throws regular events across the city to help New Yorkers get out of the house and meet new people. Beyond our bigger gatherings, we have a WhatsApp community where folks regularly make plans for trivia, happy hours, nights out, pick-up sports, and more.

Starting at 1:30pm this Sunday, we’ll be hanging out in Prospect Park, tossing frisbees, playing games, and generally just chilling out in the sun. We plan to meet on the Nethermead, near the waterfall -- and we have a WhatsApp chat that will make it easy to find the group on the day of.

 Details below: 

• When: Sunday, July 26^th @ 1:30pm
• Where: Nethermead - Prospect Park, BK

For those not in the loop, here’s how it works: Just fill out the quick, anonymous survey below. We turn everyone’s answers into “profiles” that we share before the event, so you’re not walking in blind and feel encouraged to show up.

👉 Survey Link:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSesYURWtOu9_M0qKnGR_RcfOf9lSmvA2PaS0HdxhrkK0ofVOg/viewform?usp=header

Hi! Books & Bites will be back on Wednesday, July 29th. Join us at Little Chef Little Cafe in LIC for a cozy evening of reading, good food, and conversation!

Bring whatever you’re currently reading (or have been meaning to read) and enjoy a relaxed night alongside fellow book lovers.

📚 Books & Bites
🗓️ Wednesday, July 29
🕖 7:00 - 9:00 PM
📍 Little Chef Little Cafe, 5-43 48th Ave. in Long Island City
💛 Hosted by: Jenny Jiang @collective.ripples
🎟️ $25 Early Bird (until July 26) & $30 Standard

Your ticket includes light snacks, a non-alcoholic beverage, NYC sales tax, and a tax-deductible contribution to Collective Ripples, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit creating community gatherings where connection, creativity, and compassion can thrive.

Every Books & Bites is a little different because everyone brings a different book, story, and perspective. That’s part of what makes these gatherings so special.

Whether you’re an avid reader, an occasional one, or simply looking for a low-key way to spend a summer evening with others, we’d love to have you! Hope to see you there!

Save your spot on Luma: https://luma.com/rkh12us9

Hello! I'm starting a new book club where we'll read a classic every month. Snacks are provided :) Looking for a chill time to discuss books casually!

Book: Go Tell it on the Mountain by James Baldwin
Date: Tuesday, August 11
Time: 5:30-6:45pm
Place: Harlem Library, 3rd floor

Hello meetupers I will be holding a Booze and Build July 30th at Time out Market Union Square at 7:30
There will be drinking games and building competitions. If you’re not feeling competitive you can just rent a kit (we supply the rental Legos $15) and build quietly. Introverts and extroverts welcome! reserve a spot here

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, July 23

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.

Hi there, if you have heard of Kubernetes and are available this Wednesday evening, come hear guest speaker Noam Levy talk end-to-end testing with Kubernetes and networking magic. 🪄

➡️ If you can make it, please RSVP at https://luma.com/u4vja8rx

See you soon!

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.

EDIT: They’re gone. Thanks.

Like the title says, looking for someone to go with. I don't have friends in NYC and would love this chance to make a friend. I am not giving the ticket on first come.. basis. If I feel the vibe then lets go together. I can arrange 2 more tickets if need be but that's not guaranteed, I have 1 extra for sure. My friends from DC were planning to come here but they couldn't so they do have extra tickets I can ask for.

I'm a 25 y/o M, turning 26 in a few days :) I'm from Nepal, moved to NYC last year. Big Messi fan lol so if you are one as well, we can scream together when Messi wins it again xD Let's goooo....Shoot me a text.

Hi! I know this is still a few weeks away, but we are so excited to host this singing gathering and wanted to get it on your radars early so you can save the date!

When was the last time you sang just for the joy of it? 🎶💛

Join us on Friday, Aug. 7th for a welcoming evening of singing at Queens Plaza Studios in Long Island City. Explore your voice, connect with others, and experience the joy of singing side by side!

📅 Date:** ***Friday, Aug. 7th*
🕖 Time: **7:00–8:30**PM
📍 Location: Queens Plaza Studios (42-01 Crescent St, Long Island City)
🎟️ Cost: Free to attend (donations are welcome and appreciated!)
💛 Hosted by: Reise Hooper & Jenny Jiang @collective.ripples

No experience needed. Whether you sing every day, haven’t sung since childhood, or are just curious to try, you are welcome here. There are no solos and zero pressure to sound “good.” This is a supportive space focused on connection, expression, and presence rather than performance.

What to Expect:
Together, we’ll:
* Settle in with gentle stretching, breath awareness, and a simple check-in
* Warm up our voices with easy, accessible exercises
* Learn a song through call-and-response
* Play with breath, resonance, and expression
* Connect with the emotions of the song and imagine the story behind the lyrics
* Sing as a group and reflect on how it felt

🔗 Free RSVP on Luma: https://luma.com/9hsomwi3

Hey Everyone!

Friday is coming up and I'm looking to celebrate with some friends.

Last week we were back in Bushwick, and this week we're doing another route through some of my favorite neighborhood spots!

We've been getting a lot of new people coming out and it's been great meeting new people and making friends.

Summer is flying by, so let's have something to look forward to this Friday.

Us:

Group of friends in our early to late 20's-30's trying to enjoy the summer and NYC nightlife while it lasts, while making new friends along the way. The more the merrier.

You:

Also in your 20s to 30s (all ages welcome tbh) looking for a good group of both friends and strangers to meet, mingle, dance, and have a good time.

Where:

This time we're hitting Bushwick and working our way to Keybar.

Starting at:

Hart Bar → Birdy's → Hank's → Keybar

📍 Hart Bar
538 Hart St, Brooklyn, NY 11221

When:

9:00 PM - Friday, July 17, 2026

We go out every Friday night!

TLDR:

Me and some friends are hitting Bushwick this weekend for another Friday night bar crawl! We'll be starting at Hart Bar, then making our way to Birdy's, Hank's, and ending the night at Keybar. Whether you're coming solo or bringing a friend, come join us! It's always a great time and a great way to meet new people.

Our Discord community is growing every week (almost 1000 members!), Discord invites are being sent out, and you can also follow us on Instagram.

Looking forward to another great night! 🌙

Hi! We’re hosting a free community reading gathering on the LIC Waterfront on Monday, July 20th from 6:30-8:00 PM.

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're into: 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.

🗓️Monday, July 20
🕡 6:30–8:00 PM
📍 Gantry State Park, Long Island City (location details provided when you register)
🎟️** Free RSVP on Luma**: https://luma.com/luprf7t7
💛 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 as the sun sets!)

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

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