Tired of going to the usual event at a bar and finding yourself with nothing to say--because there's nothing in particular to talk about at just a plain old bar?? Then come on a "Friendly Native New Yorker" Walking Tour! See the city, learn some fun local history, and meet some new people, all at the same time. Add a little urban adventure to your weekend by coming along with us. Native New Yorker Linda is a licensed New York City tour guide (star rated by the Department of Consumer Affairs), h …

Because we are smart enough to know how to have fun through unique events! So what are people saying about the New York Brainiacs? "Wow, that event looks AMAZING!", "Oh my, I have never heard of that kind of event before!", "Where do you come up with these ideas, they are incredible" We get together for fun and unique events including lectures, educational events, nature and historical walks, visiting museums, art galleries, cooking classes, festivals, wine tastings, music, social mixers, hi …

The New York Museum and Gallery Meetup Group will gather monthly to visit various galleries and museums in the New York City area as well as lectures, seminars and panel discussions on various subjects such as art history, collecting and financial issues related to collecting. Members should freely send suggestions of different events in New York City so that the Meetups reflect the interests of the group. This is a great opportunity to pick from the thousands of art events occurring in New York …

Did you know it was native son Washington Irving who first dubbed New York City “Gotham”, a century before a certain superhero and his crime-ridden hometown were even thought of? Yes, Gotham is our city, our hometown, whether by birth or adoption! So let’s see the sites that make Gotham aka New York City so unique in the world. We go to exhibits and concerts at museums and unusual venues in the city, some famous, like the Metropolitan Museum, and others a little more off the beaten track, like t …

A group for intelligent girls (women?) to connect and make plans. This meetup is run as a group effort - we look to our members to share the opportunity (and burden) of planning events. As our calendar of past meetups shows - we are interested in all types of cultural events: from classic movies, live music, theatre and dance to museums, book signings, walking tours and lectures. We've also gone hiking, ventured to the zoo, watched sporting events, and enjoyed brunches and dinners at some great …

Meet with other New Yorkers who love art, visiting galleries and museums, photography - taking and discussing images, having a walk and a stimulating conversation. The group is an extension of Wired New York community into the Meetup.com universe.

This group meets and visits museums, galleries and other venues that exhibit photography. We then gather after for lunch or coffee to discuss what we saw, share our reactions and anything we've experienced in our encounter with the work. Anyone who likes photography is welcome.

(PLEASE POST AN IDENTIFIABLE PHOTO OF YOURSELF) This group is aimed to provide young Asian singles with a lot of fun and entertaining events. The group has age range from 20s to 30s to keep this group strong and attractive to young singles. Exception will be given those who can demonstrate exceptional artistic talents. Is this city too fast paced? Do you have too much work to do? I think you are entitled to enjoy some great funs and entertainments this city has to offer after all the hard work. …

This is a group for New York's museum professionals in the first 10 years of their careers who wish to: Connect with peers. Discover ways to increase their involvement in the museum field. Share resources for career development. Learn from one another. Get to know their colleagues from other institutions.

Girls (over 45) Just Wanna Have Fun too! Whether you're married, single or in a relationship,we all need "girl time." This is your chance to make new friends, relax, have fun, try new adventures and share experiences with other women. Let's get together for lunch, brunch, movies, theater, museums, jazz, comedy clubs, day trips, spa days and just plain fun. Most meetups will take place in Forest Hills or surrounding areas of Queens. We will also explore NYC since it has wonderful museums, restau …

Hi Friends,  this Meetup is about going on Art tours, activities and experiences led by locals in local galleries. The goal is to learn and enjoy Art through the guidance of people who love Art. We will strive to have at least 1 to 2 Meetups a month. If you love Art, Galleries, Museums, exploring new artists and galleries, and meeting new people, this is the group for you. Not only will you find fantastic Art experiences, you'll make awesome new friends. =) The meetup group was started b …

If you’re looking for something interesting and fun to do in your free time – either a reason for getting away for an afternoon or evening, or if you just want to explore the area with others, this group will provide you with some great offerings. We’ll visit museums, galleries, music festivals, and art festivals. There will be excursions to New York City for museums and gallery walks, trips to Dia Beacon, Philip Johnson's Glass House, and Storm King Art Center. We will visit the beautiful homes …

Do you enjoy visiting museums and galleries? Do you like to explore contemporary art, and learn about post-modern artists? Do you have an interested in art history? Do you attend or would like to attend art lectures and panels held by museums and art institutions alike? Do you enjoy the film programs offered by most large museums in New York? Do you  love books, stories, and ideas? Does the life of the mind appeal to you? Would you like to listen to intellectuals, writers, and storytellers sha …

Hi!  This group's mission is simple: on a monthly basis, we catch a film at the Museum of the Moving Image in Astoria, NY and discuss it afterwards over dinner in a nearby restaurant. Any film buff in NYC can join, but obviously it helps if you live in Astoria.

This group is for anybody who has an interest in the visual arts, films, walking and dining, and wants to hang out with people who share the same interests. IF YOU... enjoy visiting museums and galleries enjoy films as opposed to movies like to share your experiences of an exhibition or film over dinner like to walk, and are no afraid of walking several miles at a moderate, leisure pace AND MOST OF ALL... if you like to do any of the above with other people who share your interests and with w …

The purpose of the group is to meet new friends and have fun. Enjoy cultural activities, dining out whether it be for brunch, lunch or dinner, visits to the city's wonderful museums or catching a good movie.

This is a social networking community for Black women professionals (38-50's) who want to gather in small, intimate groups (4-8) to dine at upscale NYC restaurants and/or go to fun events (including spa days, jazz brunches, museums, afternoon teas, wine tastings and more). So, come make new friends and let's have fun while we sample the finest cuisine and events NYC has to offer. Events are often a bit pricey, but then - you deserve and enjoy the finer things in life! What's Upscale? An upsca …

Do you live, work, play or volunteer in the Harlem area? Maybe curious to find out what social and community activities are taking place uptown? The HarlemGo Meetup Group is dedicated to getting together offline to take in some of the social options available in Greater Harlem (East, Central, West), as well as to participate in the various volunteer opportunities in the community. If you're new in town, new to the city, looking to meet new friends or people, or just curious about the things to d …

Welcome to the Sundance Outdoor Adventure Meetup Group! Founded in 1980, Sundance is an all-volunteer, non-profit LGBT club for the NY-NJ-CT region. Visit sundanceoutdoor.org We're a  fun, inclusive and friendly club that's been around since 1980! Everyone is welcome. We're much more than this meetup group! We have more than 400 members and 100+ outings/year. Check out sundanceoutdoor.org Join this group now to try us out! We recently started this meetup group to share some of our 100+ yearly …

This is a meetup for people who love culture. We will mostly attend films of all types, from silent to experimental to commercial, in Manhattan and Brooklyn.  We will also go to musuems, as well create other types of mischief, and maybe some inexpensive theater.  This group is open to all ages, genders, and sexual persuasions and identities. This is a place where people who have similar interests in film, cinematography, culture, and catching the latest museums show can go out together and have …

This group will meet periodically as interesting events (museum exhibits, literary events, music, film, theater, etc) come up. The idea for this group is that participants will meet before the event, at a nearby cafe or diner, to get to know each other and then attend the event together. Occasionally, we may also go out afterward for coffee or a drink to have fun and discuss our ideas. RSVPs may be limited for some events. There will be a nominal charge (nonrefundable) for each event, primarily …

Taste Of Flight Wine Expo at Cradle of Aviation Museum in Garden City This incredible celebration of wine, food, and culture is the largest wine event on Long Island! Taste Of Flight features wines from: Long Island, Finger Lakes, Napa, France, Spain, Portugal, Oregon, Washington State, South America, South Africa, Greece, Italy, and more! 2 SESSIONS ONLY: FRIDAY APRIL 19TH - 6PM - 9PM SATURDAY APRIL 20TH - 3PM - 7PM Live Jazz Trio!! Purchase Tickets: cradleofaviation.org tasteflightli. …

This group is for those who like museums as a casual activity and enjoy spending an hour or so at an exhibition or viewing permanent collection. Let's take a mini-break during the week , meetup  on a week night to enjoy New York Museums with like minded people. If the mood strikes we can grab a cup of tea or a bite afterwards. We will aim to have 6-8 meetups per year. If there is a museum you'd like to go to, or you want to suggest a different day/time - don't be shy - suggest a meetup and I'd b …

We will explore various neighborhoods in New York's five boroughs. The focus will be on culture (monuments, historic landmarks, religious buildings), food and drink, recreation (museums, parks), and shopping (markets, unique stores). We'll stroll through each neighborhood, taking in the vibe and checking out locations of interest, before eating at a local restaurant. Examples of some neighborhoods are Chinatown, Hell's Kitchen, Astoria, and Greenpoint.

The Museum MediaLab Meetup is designed to bring together talented technologists with an interest in cultural institutions, with museums and libraries that are interested in experimenting with new technologies. We’ll work together to come up with cool projects that benefit everyone involved, and we’ll collectively evaluate and share those projects with the world. All meetup members will agree to a set of guidelines that emphasize the educational and experimental nature of the projects, the low pa …

This group is for anyone who appreciates Mid Century Modern ("Mid Mod") art, design, style, and culture. We will attend museum and gallery exhibits, tour modernist architecture and homes, and maybe even schedule some swank and stylish 1960's themed cocktail parties. The time frame for this group will be broad: from the origins of modernism in the early 20th century (Bauhaus etc.), to Danish Modern, through the 60's Mad Men pinnacle to the early 70's dystopian themes. NYC is littered with speakea …

The Historic House Trust of New York City has organized a FREE training and volunteering program called the Roof Raisers Curatorial Brigade for anyone interested in helping historic houses care for their collections. Many house museums are run by non-profit organizations with limited budgets that must be stretched to cover innumerable costs…and that’s on a good day! Volunteers are critical to the successful operation and care of these important structures that connect us with our local and natio …

Do you love wandering through an historic house museum? looking at all of the stuff? want to go behind the scenes? are you someone who drags their friends to every historic house museum you run by? ODD - yes, but there are others just like you! Culture, fun and new friends.