Antique Collecting New York

**\*TO ATTEND GET TICKETS AT:** [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/grand-central-murder-mystery-scavenger-hunt-tickets-1039615376577?](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/grand-central-murder-mystery-scavenger-hunt-tickets-1039615376577) (This is co-organized by 30+ groups so don't go by RSVPs you see here. We'll have a good # attending. Must prepay to attend.) You don’t need any special skills — just a sense of adventure and curiosity! This unique scavenger hunt is all about connecting, uncovering history, exploring Grand Central and solving a mystery. Join us for a fun, social adventure at our Grand Central Murder Mystery Scavenger Hunt. Get ready to have a good time making new friends and solving a mystery. Plus, you'll find out things about Grand Central you never knew before! How It Works: * **When you arrive we will put you on teams - if you don’t already have one (90% of those attending will not have a team).** * **Each team will be given a list of clues and 75 minutes to head to Grand Central to uncover the mystery of Mary’s demise. The team with the most points wins.** * **Once everyone is back we'll safely socialize where you can share your experiences with the others.** The Theme: Meet Up Mary is a regular on the social circuit in New York. You'd probably know her if you've been out before. She was very personable, friendly and bubbly! Unfortunately Mary met a horrific end at Grand Central and the police need you help to solve her case! Join us for this fun and educational night where you will get to explore every corner of the NYC Landmark in ways that you never have before! (If you have participated in our other Grand Central Hunts no worries as this is a completely different experience) FAQs: **Can I come alone?** Yes about 90% will attend on their own. **What's dress code?** Wear what you had on at work. It's casual and comfortable. **What are the ages?** 21 and over. We'll have a good mix of ages. **How much to attend?** $25 (goes to $35 as event gets closer). **Do I have to buy in advance?** Yes. Space is limited and this will sell out. To find more fun events follow: [https://www.eventbrite.com/o/new-york-city-social-events-10797526283](https://www.eventbrite.com/o/new-york-city-social-events-10797526283)

From New York Songwriters Collective

Collective Songwriter Showcase @ The Bitter End 9/29/26 6-8PM

Tue, Sep 29, 10:00 PM

4.7

**New York Songwriters Collective Songwriter Showcase** **@ The Bitter End Tuesday, September 29th 6-8 PM (Doors 5:40PM)** **Our monthly residency at The Bitter End in Greenwich Village continues Door $10 Advance Tix/Tables/Seats [HERE](https://bitterend.com/#/events/196499)** **Catch the livestream [HERE](https://volume.com/t/1WfZcT/)** **Enjoy an evening of original songs by 16+ members.** **Come on down and see what the Collective is all about ... a nurturing, supportive place for all songwriters. Meet your new songwriting collaborators! Full members can sing up to perform in our monthly showcases!** **Become a Collective member at** [www.newyorksongwriterscollective.com](www.newyorksongwriterscollective.com) **Membership includes a complimentary Song Club Online (valued at $25!) and sign up for our showcases. For more info send an email with MEETUP in the subject to:** [info@newyorksongwriterscollective.com](mailto:info@newyorksongwriterscollective.com) **[JOIN THE COLLECTIVE NEWSLETTER HER](https://newyorksongwriterscollective.kit.com/3c3cc10a4c)E**

1 attendee

The Gilded Age Revisited! Upper East Side Art & Architecture Tour

Fri, Oct 9, 6:00 PM

From Exploring NYC History and Neighborhoods

4.9

**Back by popular demand!** RSVPs open up on Wednesday, September 23rd at 9:00pm Space is set aside for new group members, first and 2nd timers who land on the waiting list. Email me to request a spot AFTER you have RSVP. **No repeats if you attend this tour previously.** **Cost**: This tour is free with a voluntary donation to your guide/organizer at the end via cash, Venmo or Zelle. **Overview** This tour we will indulge in the East 80's between 5th Avenue and Park Avenue and the residential architecture of the gilded age which consists of mansions and elegant townhouses often built in the Beaux Arts, and Renaissance Revival styles, and even the Chateau style. We'll cover the history of this area and how and why it developed as an enclave for NYC's wealthy elite and how gilded age wealth gave rise to the Metropolitan Museum of Art and helped establish the Upper East Side as a center of the art world. Starting out at the garden of the Cooper Hewitt museum (pictured in photo), which was originally the mansion home of Andrew and Louise Carnegie, we'll visit several local art galleries during our journey, along with several other indoor locations with spectacular architecture. We will venture inside several buildings that were constructed as gilded age mansions and are now public spaces. **Restrooms before the tour: Tarulucci e Vino Cafe at the Cooper Hewitt Museum.** You can enter the cafe via the garden without having to pay admission to the museum. There is a quick bag inspection by a security guard. There are also public restrooms at the Episcopal Church of the Heavenly Rest across the street from the garden at 90th Street & 5th Avenue. Once inside the church veer immediately to your right (one stall). **Other nearby options: Met Museum pay what you wish for NY residents. There is also an education entrance near 81st Street where you can go to the rest room withour visiting the museum. And of course any of the other local museums - Guggenheim, Jewish Museum (admission charge).** We'll have a break and restrooms in Central Park or depending on time at the Met Museum's education entrance. **Tour ends at 84th Street & Park Avenue** convenient to the 4,5,6,Q trains and numerous bus routes including the M86 crosstown. Your organizer and guide, Hank Orenstein hankorenstein@gmail.com 646-596-3005 (photo courtesy of the Cooper Hewitt Museum).

34 attendees

The Language Collective, Tuesdays Evening Language Exchange NYC

Tue, Sep 29, 11:00 PM

From The Language Collective

4.8

**We are at our new location La Diaspora!** \\\ *We are meeting in the back room. Please ask bar staff if you need help finding us :)) \\\* The Language Collective organizes weekly meetups held every Tuesday where language enthusiasts gather to practice and share different languages. Participation is free and open to all levels. To support the venue hosting the event, attendees are requested to purchase at least one drink during the meetup. The focus of this group is language learning and language exchange. This is a harassment-free event so please look after one another

Paint In Central Park (Bucket List Event)

Sun, Oct 11, 5:00 PM

**\*TO ATTEND GET TICKETS AT:** [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/paint-in-the-park-tickets-1984990444855](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/paint-in-the-park-tickets-1984990444855) *(This is a prepay event and only way to attend is to get ticket in advance at link above. Our events are co-organized by multiple groups so don't pay attention to the RSVPs. These events are consistently well attended.)* CELEBRATE SPRING AT ONE OF OUR MOST POPULAR MEETUPS - A PICNIC 'N PAINT IN CENTRAL PARK! Come join us in a relaxed, creative and social setting. No experience necessary. So grab your picnic basket and enjoy wonderful paint event in Central Park! Included: a pre-sketched canvas, unlimited painting materials (brushes, acrylic paints etc.) and a take home bag. No smocks so please dress appropriately. Please bring something to sit on. What to expect: **• Step-by-step, group-oriented painting instruction, which is designed to simultaneously entertain and enlighten our members.** **• We'll have a professional artist guide you through a featured painting that is yours to keep and proudly display. And don’t worry — no experience is necessary.** **• 2 hour course lead that teaches you the art of mixing colors, blending and painting techniques.** **• All supplies provided - 12x16 pre-sketched canvas, unlimited acrylic paint (water based), brushes, and aprons.** DIRECTIONS TO FIND GROUP: We are located in a cul-de-sac at PINETUM EAST. We will be behind this row of benches (right under the trees). If you are coming from the east side you can find us by entering Central Park on East 84th street. Walk up the ramp, cross over the road and head west. If you are traveling from the west side we are east of the basketball courts. FAQs: What if it rains? We will email attendees a rain date. Can I still attend If I don't know how to paint? Yes, there's no experience necessary. Can I come alone? Yes, about 80% come on their own. Is this age specific? No, all are welcome. Cost? $35-$45, price goes up as the event date gets closer. This event will sell out. Can't purchase at the door. For more fun events follow: [https://www.eventbrite.com/o/new-york-city-social-events-10797526283](https://www.eventbrite.com/o/new-york-city-social-events-10797526283)

1 attendee

Keith Haring Exhibit

Sat, Oct 10, 5:30 PM

From Carpe Diem

4.9

Join us as we view a free exhibit entitled 'A World in Motion' featuring artwork by Keith Haring. After viewing the exhibit, we can visit a cafe called 'Blue Bottle Coffee'. [https://www.artwrld.com/exhibit/a-world-in-motion](https://www.artwrld.com/exhibit/a-world-in-motion) If you have questions or need to get in contact, I can be reached at 917-769-2168.

19 attendees

20s & 30s "Hot Takes" Speed Dating (Comp Drink for Ladies) + Free After Party

Fri, Oct 2, 10:30 PM

**\*TO ATTEND GET TICKETS AT:** [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hot-takes-speed-dating-20s-30s-comp-drink-for-ladies-tickets-2002203814507](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hot-takes-speed-dating-20s-30s-comp-drink-for-ladies-tickets-2002203814507) Forget awkward speed dating. Forget another night of swiping dating apps. This night makes dating fun again. Hot takes + Hot dates! \*As written up in USA Today - [https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/health-wellness/2026/01/20/hot-take-dating-trend-explained-daters-singles/88216787007/](http://%5Bhttps//www.usatoday.com/story/life/health-wellness/2026/01/20/hot-take-dating-trend-explained-daters-singles/88216787007/%5D(https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/health-wellness/2026/01/20/hot-take-dating-trend-explained-daters-singles/88216787007/) "\[https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/health-wellness/2026/01/20/hot-take-dating-trend-explained-daters-singles/88216787007/\](https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/health-wellness/2026/01/20/hot-take-dating-trend-explained-daters-singles/88216787007/)") Check out the newest and "hottest" type of speed dating! Skip the small talk and share your personal opinions on some interesting topics! The idea is to accelerate finding compatibility by being your true authentic self. **How it works**: Ladies will receive a complimentary drink upon before a 7pm arrival time. During the speed dating, ladies will sit and men will rotate. At the beginning of each round, there will be a question/topic in which each participant will offer their “hot take” on the subject matter and question posed. As you sit across from your new potential match, each person will be allotted a 1 minute timed window to offer your personal opinion/viewpoint, and then both participants will have 3 minutes to ask further clarifying questions and have a conversation on the matter in a respectful, light hearted manner. Your matches will be delivered the next day, and everyone will receive a complimentary after party going on in the same venue until 10 pm. **What To Expect:** * New and innovative speed dating concept which accelerates true compatibility * Ladies receive complimentary drink upon entry before 7pm arrival * Ages of the speed dating will be eligible singles who are in 20s & 30s * Complimentary after party with additional singles in the same age range * Your matches delivered the next day via email or text As venue is waiving their rental fee, a 1 item minimum spend is for men in food or drink at the venue, and only for ladies who miss their complimentary drink after 7 pm. Dress code: Dress to impress/business casual. Please arrive at the starting time of the event so you can settle in, enjoy complimentary billiards, ping pong if the mood strikes you. For more fun events follow: [https://www.eventbrite.com/o/new-york-city-social-events-10797526283](https://www.eventbrite.com/o/new-york-city-social-events-10797526283)

From 🗽NYC CONNECTS🚕Social Events🍸New to NYC🔌

CHANGED TO 10/11- Free Visit to Alexander Hamilton's Home! | NYC CONNECTS 🗽🖼🎨

Sun, Oct 11, 4:15 PM

4.6

RE-SCHEDULED TO 10/11! Firm confirmation! 🙌🏾🙋🏾‍♀️ Hi Everyone! 👋🏾 Our last event was amazing!! 🌻🌸💐🤩 Let's talk about the next one. ✏️🗒 Another new venue for us! We'll be heading to Alexander Hamilton's only home called the Hamilton Grange National Memorial. Operated by the National Park Service, the house contains exhibits for visitors, as well as various spaces with restored 19th-century interiors. There will either be a ranger or a volunteer who will guide us throughout the house! It's a guided tour specifically for us that must start at 12:30pm sharp because there's a tour after us at 1:30pm. Please be on time! No tickets necessary, please just show up! Hope to see you there! 📺Our IG @NYCCONNECTS

63 attendees

Fun & Games Happy Hour

Thu, Oct 1, 10:30 PM

From I love ART, Culture , trivia and NYC Events

3.9

**\*TO ATTEND GET TICKETS AT:** [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fun-games-night-tickets-2002134777014](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fun-games-night-tickets-2002134777014) (\*Limited # of tickets save $5 with promo code 5. *Our events are co-organized by multiple groups so don't pay attention to the RSVPs. Our events are consistently well attended. Members get tickets and don't RSVP.)* Join us for a fun-filled night of friendly competition, interactive games, and socializing! Throughout the evening, you’ll team up with new people in every round, giving you a chance to connect with everyone while playing exciting games inspired by popular TV game shows. ### **How It Works:** 🍽️ **6:30-7pm** **Pre-Game Socializing:** Arrive early to enjoy food and drinks with fellow attendees (pay as you go). 🎮 **7pm – Game Time:** Get placed into teams of **4-6 people** and dive into different rounds of interactive games. 🔄 **Team Rotation:** After each round, you’ll switch teams and try a **new game**, ensuring you meet and engage with different people throughout the night. ### **What to Expect:** * No need to be a trivia whiz—your team will help! * Games inspired by **Family Feud, Jeopardy Trivia, Name That Tune etc** and more (games vary each event). * A lively, **fun, and social atmosphere** perfect for meeting new people. To find more fun events: **Follow: [https://www.eventbrite.com/o/new-york-city-social-events-10797526283](https://www.eventbrite.com/o/new-york-city-social-events-10797526283)**

From Silent Book Club NYC

Start your weekend at The New York Historical's library

Fri, Oct 2, 10:30 PM

4.7

The [New York Historical](https://www.nyhistory.org/) invites you to the Reading Room of the Patricia D. Klingenstein Library! Even though we are meeting in the museum's library, there will not be books available for you to silently read. **Please bring your own book.** Sometimes the museum has events that can be noisy. If you have trouble reading with noise in the background, you may want to bring headphones. **IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR FINDING THE GROUP INSIDE THE NY HISTORICAL** 1. Enter the building through the Central Park West entrance and go through Admissions, where you will get an entry sticker. 2. You may be asked for a donation but it’s Pay As You Wish so you may pay as much or as little as you like. 3. Once you get the sticker, you may head up the grand staircase opposite Admissions. 4. As soon as you get to the second floor, you'll see the entrance to the Reading Room on the left. We'll have a sign noting the room is reserved for Silent Book Club. Readers are welcome to **hang out in the Museum until closing at 8:00 PM**. **About the library** The Patricia D. Klingenstein Library is one of the oldest, most distinguished research libraries in the United States and a vital center of research into the history of New York and the nation. The Library's historic Reading Room has been a key stop for generations of scholars and researchers.

44 attendees

NYC Networking Night

Wed, Oct 7, 10:30 PM

**\*TO ATTEND GET TICKETS AT:** [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nyc-networking-night-tickets-2002173420598](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nyc-networking-night-tickets-2002173420598) *(\*Our events are co-organized by multiple groups so don't pay attention to the RSVPs. These events are consistently well attended. Most members get tickets and don't RSVP.)* *This Event Is For...* *Entrepreneurs! Small Business Owners! Startups! Freelancers! Gamechangers! Investors! Crowdfunding Experts!, Web & Marketing Experts, Job Seekers, etc.* This event is the perfect opportunity to network with potential business partners, investors, industry professionals and new clients.... Or just come on out and make some new friends! We've witnessed countless business connections and friendships form at our past events. Come enjoy fun and easy way to connect with others in a relaxed, low pressure environment. *IMPORTANT NOTE: WE WILL HAVE MULTIPLE INDUSTRIES AT THIS EVENT. THE EVENT HOST WILL WRITE YOUR INDUSTRY ON YOUR NAME BADGE SO YOU CAN EASILY FIND AND CONNECT WITH THE RIGHT PEOPLE!* **ICEBREAKERS TO WIN PRIZES!** At the beginning of the event our host will hand you a sheet of paper with icebreaker questions that you can use to get to know the rest of the people at the event. The icebreakers are optional but most people love them because they really help you get to meet people. Those who do the icebreakers will be entered into our raffle to win prizes! Mix and mingle in a relaxed environment. It's the perfect place to make new friends and network! This is a multi-industry event. We give people the option to chose the industries or topics that are interested in when checking in. Entrepreneurs and professionals from all industries are welcome to join. Have some cocktails and network with potential business partners, investors, industry professionals and new clients... Or just come on out and make some new friends! We've witnessed countless business connections and friendships form at our past events. *An email we received about one of our recent events: "Thank you so much for throwing such a great event. The crowd was really great and everyone was super friendly. As a busy professional I don't get that much time to get out and meet people so it was nice to be in such a relaxed environment. Event well done!" - Danielle* **FAQ:** HOW MANY WILL BE ATTENDING? It ranges from event to event. We expect between 60 and 100 people sign up. CAN I ARRIVE LATE? Absolutely. Arrive any time you'd like. CAN I COME ALONE? Yes, about 75% come on their own. WHAT IS THE DRESS CODE? While we don't have a dress code we ask that you please look neat/presentable. What you wear to work or what you'd where for after work happy hour drinks is fine. CAN I PAY AT THE EVENT DOOR? We do not accept payment at the event door. We also change the venue at each event and don't give out the location to those who don't sign up. You must pre-pay online. HOW LONG DOES THE EVENT GO? The event is 3 hours long. You can arrive any time you'd like. ARE THERE DRINKS? Yes, there's a full menu of great drinks you can order at the bar. IS THERE FOOD AVAILABLE? Yes you can order food. The venue has a food menu and great appetizers available to order. WHAT IS THE AGE RANGE? Anyone of any age who wants to network is welcome WHO ATTENDS THE EVENT? Professionals of all sorts and ages For more fun Meetup events follow: [https://www.eventbrite.com/o/new-york-city-social-events-10797526283](https://www.eventbrite.com/o/new-york-city-social-events-10797526283)