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Paint In Central Park (Bucket List Event)

**\*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)

Robbins Reef: Advanced Volunteer Trip - 15 miles total

*This trip is open to those who have volunteered in 2026 during our **public embayments**.* Once the RSVP opens, you will be placed on a waitlist until the host reviews your volunteer status and to make sure you completed the qualifications below. We'll paddle to almost Staten Island. We'll check out a cool lighthouse, Robbins Reef. On the way there you'll paddle by Ellis Island and in front of Liberty Island. On the way back we'll take a break at Liberty State Park before returning home. **PREREQUISITES TO RSVP:** 1. volunteered **AT LEAST** 4 shifts in 2026 during our public embayment and/or you ran at least 1 trainings or guided 1 trip AND 2. completed 1 intermediate trip with our boathouse in which you stayed near the front of the pack and you found it easy to keep up AND 3. completed 2 trainings with our boathouse in 2026/2025 AND 4. finished your 1 mile-7 turns time trial with us under 16 minutes 30 seconds **COME PREPARED:** * Two all around white waterproof light (we may have extras in the boathouse) * Water * Sunscreen/hat * Wallet if you plan to buy food * Temperature appropriate clothing (no cotton sweaters) * Anything else you may need to spend a few hours paddling! **CRAFT:** * Sit on top - not allowed * Sea Kayak - must have completed a intermediate round trip and passed time trial * OC1/OC2 - Ke Aloha ***supporting*** paddlers with a Ke Aloha coach approval * SUP - must have completed a intermediate round trip and passed time trial * Surfski - must have completed a intermediate round trip and passed time trial **TIMELINE** 4:15 - 4:30 AM Arrive at the boathouse - prepare equipment 4:45 AM **IF YOU ARRIVE EVEN ONE MINUTE after this time you will not join - Safety briefing** 5:00 AM Move boats to the beach 5:10 AM on the water **Leg 1 - 7 miles** 5:15 AM Depart from HCCB 6:06 AM Civil Twilight 6:33 AM Sunrise 6:45 AM Arrive at Robbins Reef **Leg 2 - 3 miles** 7:00 AM Start trip to LSP 8:00 AM Land at LSP We'll have 60 minutes for breakfast, and rest **Leg 3- 5 miles** 9:00 AM Meet at boats, prepare gear, return safety briefing 9:15 AM Depart LSP 10:45 AM Arrive at HCCB 11:00 AM Clean and put away equipment 11:45 AM Trip ends **[NOAA predicted current at Hudson River Entrance](https://tidesandcurrents.noaa.gov/noaacurrents/predictions.html?id=NYH1927_13&begin_date=2026-08-22&date-range=daily&date-timeUnits=am%2Fpm&date-interval=MAX_SLACK&units=english&time-zone=LST_LDT&threshold=leEq&thresholdValue=)**[ ](https://tidesandcurrents.noaa.gov/noaacurrents/predictions.html?id=NYH1927_13&begin_date=2026-08-22&date-range=daily&date-timeUnits=am%2Fpm&date-interval=MAX_SLACK&units=english&time-zone=LST_LDT&threshold=leEq&thresholdValue=) | 2026-09-12 4:05 AM | ebb | -2.55 | | ------------------ | --- | ----- | | 2026-09-12 7:24 AM | slack | - | | 2026-09-12 10:00 AM | flood | 1.51 | NOAA predicted currents - Robbins Reef | 2026-09-12 6:43 AM | slack | - | | ------------------ | ----- | --- | | 2026-09-12 9:48 AM | flood | 1.41 | \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- HCCB is completely volunteer run. Our guides generously take time out of their busy schedules to run trips and trainings. Here are our guidelines about cancelations and no-shows: \ *For a trip, please cancel prior to 8:00 PM the day before* the trip.

Meet in the Arts

[Which art style are you? Vote and see who shares your lane.](https://app.favr.town/polls/s_378XeL85R4csGQ?r=@lovemaze) Our preferences in art reveal more about us than we often realize. Long before personality traits were formally categorized, psychologists studied personality differences through individuals' ratings of various paintings. If you find yourself drawn to the same piece of artwork, there's a strong chance you share a deep connection. Meet in the museum for an excursion. Sign up on [favr.town](https://favr.town/) and predict your next art buddy before you meet. Find out if you're right when you meet onsite. Or, if you fancy other museums, pin them at times that work for you on [favr.town](https://favr.town/) and discover who you might meet there. Note: This is a [Favr.town](http://favr.town/) member exclusive event. [Join](https://favr.town/events/meet-and-shop-trader-joes-trader-joes-2026-06-15-17-00) [[https://favr.town](https://favr.town/) ] Hint: Fans of abstract art tend to be creative, pop art lovers are often optimistic, impressionism enthusiasts are more likely to be conscientious, and those who prefer traditional art tend to be, well, more traditional. Something extra: Why do these traits matter? See how [optimism](https://favr.town/blog/the-power-of-optimism-in-relationships-how-a-positive-outlook-strengthens-resilience-emotional-health-and-lasting-love-2025-11-20), [conscientiousness](https://favr.town/blog/how-responsibility-and-reliability-build-trust-and-lasting-love-2026-04-19), [traditional values](https://favr.town/blog/prioritizing-family-values-for-lasting-commitment-and-love-2025-12-17), and [excitement](https://favr.town/blog/how-novelty-play-and-shared-adventure-keep-love-alive-2025-12-14) influence relationships. You can also measure how your sense of [optimism](https://app.favr.town/we?t=1&s=1&b=OPTIMISTIC), [conscientiousness](https://app.favr.town/we?t=1&s=2&b=CONSCIENTIOUS), [traditional values](https://app.favr.town/we?t=1&s=2&b=TRADITIONAL), and [excitement](https://app.favr.town/we?t=1&s=2&b=EXCITING) stack up against others.

Commander @ Play! Hoboken

Come on out to Play! Hoboken and play some Commander! We have a growing community of players of all ages. We hope to see you there. Make sure to pre-register to guarantee your spot at: Playhoboken.com/mtg

Inaugural Ride Queens Boro Bike Tour

[https://www.queensbp.nyc.gov/ridequeens/](https://www.queensbp.nyc.gov/ridequeens/) On Sunday, Sept. 20 at 10am, the Queens Boro President, NYC Parks & Transportation Alternatives is hosting an inaugural “Ride Queens” Bike Tour, a free community cycling event open to the general public, held rain or shine, that will take thousands of riders across Queens. The start & finish is at the Flushing Meadows Corona Park in Queens with a post-ride festival. **Part 1: Bike Ride (the main part of the event)** There are two different bicycle routes offered: 12-mile and 25-mile loops. We will ride the 25-mile loop though Northern and Eastern Queens. Please Note: This is a leisurely paced bike tour and NOT a bicycle race! Please bring a bicycle and a bicycle helmet. Please register online at the above URL link as soon as possible as the event is limited to the first 2,000 cyclists. Additional details will be provided as soon as the ride organizers (non-meetup) provide more info. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Part 2: Post-Ride Festival & Lunch Meal (Optional)** After the ride, we can attend the post-ride festival and hang out together for lunch. Please bring a bicycle lock for this part as we might have to secure our bikes outside a local establishment that we enter. The lunch venue has not been chosen, but we are welcome to any suggestions nearby. Eg., Beer Gardens, dimsum, hotpot, korean bbq, etc.

Casual Commander @ Play! Hoboken

Come on out to Play! Hoboken and play some Casual Commander! We have a growing community of players of all ages. We hope to see you there. Make sure to pre-register to guarantee your spot at: Playhoboken.com/mtg

Make Art and Crafts together

Artists and creatives of all skill levels are welcome, including aspiring creatives who are just starting out and professionals. Bring your drawing supplies or whatever creative project you're working on. Digital media like iPad sketching is ideal since the lighting might be a bit dim.

Speed Friending (Expand Your Social Network)

\*GET TICKETS AT - [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/speed-friending-tickets-1131156542669](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/speed-friending-tickets-1131156542669) *(\*Our events are co-organized by multiple groups so don't pay attention to the RSVPs. They are consistently well attended. Must prepay to attend.)* This is a great time of the year to meet new people and make new friends! Come expand your social circle at this fun and friendly event! Prior to the event, we will provide you with some ice breaker questions that you can use, or you can make up your own. At the event, participants will be broken up into groups of 3-4 people. The group will stay together for about 5-10 minutes and at the end of the round, half of the participants will move to a new station and start a new round, meeting new people. \*\*\*\*\*1 item minimum purchase (drinks, non alcoholic is ok, and/or food) FAQs: **How many will attend?** This is a MULTI-GROUP partner Meetup. We will have a good number of members attending. **Can I come alone?** Yes. 95% of those attending will be coming on their own. This is a great way to network, connect and make new friends! **Is this age-specific?** 20s, 30s, 40s. We usually get a good mix of ages.

Dating Games: A Fun Twist on Speed Dating

For tickets and information: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1999731903956](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1999731903956) **IMPORTANT NOTE: CLICKING THE RSVP AND PAY ORGANIZER BUTTON ON MEETUP DOES NOT GET YOU A TICKET/ SPOT. YOU HAVE TO CLICK THE LINK TO THE EVENTBRITE PAGE AND PURCHASE A TICKET THERE. PRICE GOES UP AS EVENT TIME APPROACHES AND MAY SELL OUT SO GET YOUR TICKET ON EVENTBRITE ASAP.** **\*This is a multigroup event so event responses are only a portion of the total number of attendees** NYC Speed Dating - Dating Games Is your dating life starting to feel monotonous? Do your dates resemble job interviews more than actual chemistry? Sick of dedicating your entire evening to getting to know just one person? Then check out **“Dating Games” Speed Dating!** It’s a lively, modern twist on the classic format. Join us for a one-of-a-kind social experience for NYC singles! Meet new people, win raffle prizes, and connect with other fun, like-minded singles. It’s not only a great way to meet a potential partner—it’s also perfect for finding new friends or even future wingmen/wingwomen. **Suggested age range: 20s, 30s & 40s.** Our warm, welcoming host will get things started before dividing everyone into small groups at various tables. You’ll chat, mingle, and play lighthearted social games with groups of about 4–5 singles. The games are easy, super fun, and designed to help everyone open up and connect. After each round, you’ll rotate tables—just like traditional speed dating—so you'll eventually meet all the singles attending. You’ll also receive a “match sheet,” where you can mark anyone you’d like to speak with again. If they choose you as well, the host will email you each other’s contact information within roughly 24 hours so you can plan a date. Let’s be honest—we’re all tired of endless swiping on apps and meeting people who may not be anything like their profiles. A “Dating Games” Speed Dating night is a far better way to connect because you meet real people *in person* and get a genuine sense of who they are. This is an entirely new, innovative take on speed dating! We appreciate the idea behind traditional speed dating, but it can be tough to keep conversations flowing. That’s why at “Dating Games” events, you’ll have entertaining, easy-to-play games to help break the ice and avoid the typical interview-style awkwardness. We find this format helps people connect more naturally and meaningfully. ### WIN PRIZES! You’ll enjoy an evening full of fresh faces, interactive games, and social fun—no special skills needed, just a little luck! Our friendly host will guide the whole experience and help everyone get acquainted. Throughout the night you’ll play multiple games while getting opportunities to interact with all the singles of the opposite sex. When you win a game, you earn a raffle ticket—giving you chances to win prizes! ### IMPORTANT: THIS IS A PRE-PAY EVENT ONLY Tickets **must** be purchased online in advance—registration at the venue will *not* be available. As the event nears and space becomes limited, the price will increase to $35. *See more upcoming NYC events at [WWW.FRIENDZYEVENTS.COM](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dating-games-a-fun-twist-on-speed-dating-in-nyc-tickets-1982239058384?aff=oddtdtcreator)* For tickets and information: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1999731903956](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1999731903956)

Stitch, please!

If you're looking for people to stitch with, you've come to the right place! Bring your embroidery, sewing, cross stitch, etc. - all fiber art projects are welcome. Hope to see you there!

Jean-Michel Basquiat Exhibit

Join us as we view a free exhibit featuring the early work of Jean-Michel Basquiat at the Bishop Gallery in Brooklyn. [https://thebishopgallery.com/our-friend-jean-barc/](https://thebishopgallery.com/our-friend-jean-barc/) After viewing the artwork, we can grab coffee at a local cafe called 'The Concrete Jungle'. If you have questions or need to get in contact, my # is 917-769-2168.