Bird Watching New York

Catch-Up Comedy Presents: Acoustik Garden Lounge Comedy Mic

A Weekly FREE open mic in Bed-Stuy in the garden room of "Acoustik Garden Lounge." A growing open mic every Thursday. Anyone is welcome to sign-up or just watch and participate in comedians working out their material on stage! The venue is large and hosts comfortable seating and board games with a stage with a backdrop of the NYC skyline! Come hang out!

NYC Central Park - Full Park Summer Hike, Scenic

Bird by Bird, Anne Lamont

Sunset/Full Buck Moon Hike Date changed to the 28th

Cruise Around Manhattan! Purchase your tickets and join us on August 2

**Details** One of our Great Saunter sponsors, Circle Line, is generously offering Shorewalkers up to four standard tickets at a 50% discount for any of their tours. Tickets must be purchased by you, and the discount is available until August 31, 2026. We would like to enjoy a tour as a group and are setting aside **Sunday, August 2** for an outing on the 1:30 PM ***Best of NYC Cruise*,** which circles Manhattan in a scenic 2.5-hour journey. It’s essentially the Great Saunter—but by boat instead of by foot! We’d love you to join the fun and recommend purchasing your ticket early since the tour will be open to the general public. We also recommend arriving at Pier 83 between **12:30 PM** and **12:45 PM** to allow enough time for meeting up and boarding. **How to Get Your Discounted Tickets:** * Visit [circleline.com](http://circleline.com/) and use promo code SAUNTER26 at checkout. * Limit: 4 standard tickets per person. Only standard tickets qualify for the discount. * Select **Best of NYC Cruise** at **1:30 PM** on **August 2** to join the group tour. * You may choose another date or cruise with the same discount—just note that those will be on your own. * All sales are final; cruises operate rain or shine. **Event Details:** * Cruise departs from and returns to Pier 83 at West 42nd Street & Hudson River. * Departure time: 1:30 PM \| Return: 4:00 PM\. * No outside food or drink are allowed, but concessions selling beverages and snacks will be available onboard. **Where and When to Join the Line:** **Pier 83** between **12:30** and **12:45 PM**. [Circle Line Sightseeing Pier 83 - New York City, NY](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=40.762833%2C%20-74.001656) The line for boarding will begin forming at around 12:30 PM. It’s a general line, so saving multiple spots could be awkward—but we’ll regroup once we are onboard. **What to Know Before You Go:** * [https://www.circleline.com/about/know-before-you-go](https://www.circleline.com/about/know-before-you-go) * Bathrooms are available next to Pier 84 and on the boat. * Expect a long boarding line. * There is no rain date—please dress for the weather and bring a raincoat if necessary. * No personal food and drink are allowed onboard. **Contacts on the Day of:** Brigitte: 646-651-3911 Laura: 917-658-6779 Gina: 347-842-5452

Exploring the Audubon Mural Project: NYC Street Art for Endangered Birds

Tickets: $39.98 ( incl. $4.98 fees ) (advance registration required) Click the link below to officially register for this experience: [https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1977300281369](https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1977300281369) If you walk around the Northern Manhattan neighborhood of Hamilton Heights, you're bound to stumble upon beautiful artworks on seemingly every corner. But unlike other art collectives around New York City featuring an eclectic range of themes, this one focuses exclusively on birds — and not just any birds, but those North American species that could become extinct if nothing is done to address climate change. From stunning designs on storefront security gates to oversized murals covering an entire side of a building, it's time to explore one of the country's most ambitious and environmentally-focused street art initiatives, captivating birders and non-birders alike. Join [New York Adventure Club](https://www.nyadventureclub.com) for an on-the-ground exploration of the Audubon Mural Project, a collaboration between the National Audubon Society and art dealer/collector Avi Gitler that aims to create murals of 314 climate-threatened North American birds — mostly throughout the neighborhood of Hamilton Heights, where famed American ornithologist John James Audubon once lived. Led by licensed New York City tour guide Leigh Hallingby, our tour of this incredible collective will include: * A brief introduction to **the New York neighborhood of Hamilton Heights** and impact of former resident / landowner John James Audubon (1785-1851) * The **origin story the Audubon Mural Project**, which to-date, includes nearly 100 murals depicting over 138 bird species * A **close look at dozens of murals** throughout the neighborhood of Hamilton Heights, along with commentary around the artists and their vision See you there! \*Please bring a water bottle and comfortable pair of shoes as we’ll be doing a lot of walking! \*\*Our experience will conclude at Broadway and W. 164th St. **About Leigh** Leigh is a licensed NYC tour guide who specializes in Harlem, Morningside Heights, and the Upper West Side. She is passionate about exploring all five boroughs and beyond on foot, mostly through organized walking tours. Leigh is retired from a 36-year career as a non-profit librarian in New York City. She loves doing research about the neighborhoods in which she gives tours and sharing the information about them with attendees. Leigh is a feminist, collector, genealogist, and lover of arts, culture, and travel. She lives on the Upper West Side of Manhattan. Disclaimer Event takes place rain or shine. By attending a New York Adventure Club experience, you accept our [terms of service](https://about.nyadventureclub.com/terms). Categories: In-Person, Neighborhood Tours

Self Guided 6-Day Hike Laugavegur & Fimmvörðuháls in Iceland

Movies with a View: Clueless

Central Park Singles "Summer Sunset" Stroll (AKA Date Walk)

**\*TO ATTEND GET TICKETS AT:** [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/central-park-singles-sunset-stroll-20s-30s-40s-tickets-1981791261010](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/central-park-singles-sunset-stroll-20s-30s-40s-tickets-1981791261010) (Limited # of ladies save $5 by using discount code "5" at checkout. Multiple groups are co-organizing. Space is limited and this event sells out every time.) Join us for a Summer Sunset Singles Stroll in Central Park! Our date walks are becoming an extremely popular and unique way to meet singles in a scenic setting! This event very casual and non-awkward + our host will help to make introductions. Every 10 minutes or so our host will also ask the men to switch with a woman they have not spoken to yet so everyone gets a chance to talk with everyone. We'll walk a 1.5-2 mile stretch through Central Park. We'll then end the walk watching the sunset together. Feel free to exchange contact info with others after walk. FAQs: Where to meet? Exact meeting location with host contact info will be sent to all paid attendees day of the event. How many will attend? We are limiting the # of attendees to a max of 25 so that everyone will get to spend a good amount of time getting to know each other. What are the ages? We'll have a good mix of ages. What if rains? We will email attendees a new date. Can I come alone? Yes, about 90% come on their own. How much? $15-$20 depending upon when you get ticket and spots left

FiDi Coffee Tour

**FiDi Coffee Crawl** — A specialty coffee walking tour through Lower Manhattan's financial streets, from South Street Seaport to the Brooklyn Bridge, hitting four exceptional independent shops. We will learn how to taste coffee, the three waves of coffee and why this neighborhood is so important historically in American coffee. 1. Kinship 1. Coffee Project NY 1. Suited NYC 1. Variety Coffee Roasters The $6 fee includes coffee and tips for the baristas. There are no refunds but if you can’t make it, please cancel to make space for someone else.

*Yacht Party Sunset Cruise (Drinks, DJ, Dancing)

**\*\*GET TICKETS AT -** [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vip-yacht-party-cruise-tickets-1984580017255](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vip-yacht-party-cruise-tickets-1984580017255) *(\*\*Our events are co-organized by multiple groups so don't pay attention to the RSVPs. These cruises are consistently well attended. Must get ticket in advance to attend.)* Join our cruise community on a fun yacht party through NYC and sail by the Brooklyn Bridge, The Statue of Liberty, and the beautiful New York City Skyline on this spacious vessel! Let loose on a 100 ft, 2-deck private yacht party on the hottest Yacht Cruise with the best DJs while enjoying the NYC Skyline! Sail through the city and take in the sights while you enjoy music and drinks for the night. Grab your friends or come alone and get ready to enjoy an experience you won't forget! What to expect: * **Scenic 3-hour cruise of the NYC harbor** * **Captivating views of the Manhattan skyline including the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, Ellis Island, the Freedom Tower and more** * **Climate-controlled covered areas and open air decks** * **Live DJ playing the best party music** * **2 Bars and Food available** **for purchase** * **Great for Birthday Celebrations/bachelorette/bachelor/anniversary/** **& more (Balloons & Cakes permitted - no other outside food allowed)** FAQs: • The boat will sail rain or shine! The boat has two levels. Both levels have climate controlled covered areas - indoor & outdoor • No specific dress code but we suggest Trendy/Neat Casual • There is paid parking at the marina, or you can try to find parking on the street. \*TIX NOT sold at door. Price will go up as space becomes limited so get tickets ASAP and save $$) **FOR MORE CRUISE DATES GO TO -** [https://www.eventbrite.com/o/new-york-city-social-events-10797526283](https://www.eventbrite.com/o/new-york-city-social-events-10797526283)

Visit to Jones Beach ⛱️

Join us for a relaxing day at the beach. We are catching the Long Island Railroad from Penn Station. Please purchase a ticket to Freeport - the train departs at **10:21 am**. Once we arrive at Freeport, we will go downstairs and catch the NICE's n88X bus to Jones Beach. Remember to bring a towel and sunscreen. If you have questions or need to get in contact, I can be reached at 917-769-2168.