Bridge Clubs New York

Monday Night Comedy - Complimentary Tickets

Join us for a fun night of stand-up comedy at the legendary Gotham Comedy Club in New York City! You’ll be on my personal guest list with a complimentary ticket to the show. Come enjoy a great night of live stand-up comedy, lots of laughs, and one of NYC’s most famous comedy clubs. Complimentary tickets for you and your guests to this event are available exclusively through this Meetup. Space on the guest list is limited. RSVP today here to be added to my guest list at Gotham Comedy Club. **Please Note:** Admission is complimentary, but Gotham Comedy Club has a standard two-drink minimum per person. Hope to see you there!

JEWISH Online SPEED DATING (Men and Women ages 30s AND 40S)

***\*Register at the bolded ticket link in the full event description.*** [https://www.jewishdatingnyc.com/event-details.aspx?id=13660#tix](https://www.jewishdatingnyc.com/event-details.aspx?id=13660#tix) *(These sell out quickly so if you'd like participate, please register ASAP. Multiple groups are co-organizing so the RSVP's shown are just a small portion attending. We have a good # registered and we keep the gender ratio even.)* This is the perfect event to meet singles from the tri-state area - all from the comfort of your own home. Get to meet people online before meeting them in person! You will meet singles via your computer with webcam or smartphone/tablet (strong WiFi connection required if using a phone). **\*TO ATTEND GET TICKETS AT THIS LINK** HOW DOES IT WORK? We will break participants into pairs of two, just like we do with traditional speed dating. You will get to speak to each dates for a specified amount of time (typically 4-6 minutes). After the specified number of minutes, the guys will rotate to the next date and the process continues. Just like with traditional speed dating, at the end of the event you will be able to let us know who you were interested in. We will send you both mutual matches (you picked them and they picked you) as well as one way matches (they picked you but you did not pick them). You are given 20 minutes from the end of the event to let us know who you are interested in and will receive the results the same night (usually within one hour) or the next morning. You will not have to wait 24 hours or more to get your results. The minimum number of potential dates will be 5 and the maximum will be about 10. If there are less than 5 members of the opposite sex in attendance, you will get credit for a future virtual event. How do I find the Zoom Room? After you purchase your ticket, you will get a confirmation appear on your screen along with the Zoom link for you to use to log in. Cost? Between $23-$25 depending on how early you register. Rsvps on here are not reflective of actual attendance as this is a multi group event. **\*TO ATTEND GET TICKETS AT THIS LINK** [https://www.jewishdatingnyc.com/event-details.aspx?id=13660#tix](https://www.jewishdatingnyc.com/event-details.aspx?id=13660#tix)

Queer Book Club - Kin by Tayari Jones

Hey Everyone! **Welcome to Queer Book Club! We read books about, for and written by queer people! Follow us on Instagram @queer_book_club Our next meetup will be held on Tuesday September 22nd at Young Ethel’s in Park Slope BK This month we will be reading Kin by Tayari Jones ** Vernice and Annie, two motherless daughters raised in Honeysuckle, Louisiana, have been best friends and neighbors since earliest childhood, but are fated to live starkly different lives. Raised by a fierce aunt determined to give her a stable home in the wake of her mother’s death, Vernice leaves Atlanta at eighteen for Spelman College, where she joins a sisterhood of powerfully connected Black women and marries into an affluent family. Annie, abandoned by her dissolute mother as a child, and fixated on the idea of finding her and filling the bottomless hole left by her absence, sets off on a journey that will take her into a world of peril and adversity, as well as love and adventure, and culminate in a battle for her life. A novel about mothers and daughters, about friendship and sisterhood, and the complexities of being a woman in the American South, Kin is an exuberant, emotionally rich, unforgettable work from one of the brightest and most irresistible voices in contemporary fiction. **At the end of the discussion we can vote on which book we read for next month so bring a queer suggestion. Make sure to support our amazing host bar, by buying drinks! They are so great to support us so we must do our part in return! We are a lovely accepting group of queers and allies, and all are welcome! Our book list is officially too long for meetup and will now live on this google doc! 


[Queer Book Club - Booklist ](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-fm0thuCZrdC6FvW81I6eqO8X_uXLMuT48sxtjN8_ck/edit) 


See you next month!

Tuesday Cavendish Bridge & Backgammon Club

Join us for a Chouette or Match Night of Backgammon. 3 - 4 Player chouette game. Opening at 7:00pm & Chouette play start at 7:30pm. **RSVP** to be included in a 2 hour Chouette or 7 Point Matches. 1st & 2nd Place Prizes The Chouette's Last Game is 9:30pm - so it is a timed event On Tuesdays at Backgammon New York City BGNYC we are back to serving light snacks, wine, beer, tea, and coffee. Backgammon Sign-in & Boards on the 12th floor. We will close around 11:00 pm. Please bring your board if you have one (if you don't, we have a limited amount on hand). We also have a sister website https://www.meetup.com/manhattan-games-center/. We look forward to seeing you. Send Email to BGNYCusa@gmail.com for Any Questions. John B

BROOKLYN Smutty Book Club - Tourist Season by Brynne Weaver

The book for September is recommended by Shana - **[Tourist Season (The Seasons of Carnage Trilogy Book 1)](https://www.romance.io/books/680a03ee37fa524cfd66bbbd/tourist-season-brynne-weaver)** **[by Brynne Weaver](https://www.romance.io/books/680a03ee37fa524cfd66bbbd/tourist-season-brynne-weaver).** She says it's like Butcher and Blackbird, if the main female was also the caretaker and mentee to a retired Dexter in a Hallmark town. Quick housekeeping note: Scammers have been using the name of Smutty Book Club and its organizers to invite people to for-profit events. **If you receive any solicitation for an event or receive communication outside of Meetup asking for money, then it is a scam.** Please let us know if you see anything suspicious. Fun housekeeping note: Our annual trip to the **Renaissance Festival** will be on **Saturday, September 26th**. See Meetup for details. Remember we leave early - we want to be on the first bus.... breakfast beers are waiting. **Ok back to [Tourist Season](https://www.romance.io/books/680a03ee37fa524cfd66bbbd/tourist-season-brynne-weaver). Here's what the publisher says:** *. Cape Carnage is a seaside town of colorful houses, quirky shops, and an unusually high body count. With tourists comes trouble, and Harper Starling won’t let anyone ruin her picture-perfect home. A skilled gardener with killer instincts, Harper protects her sanctuary—and her aging mentor with a fading memory—at any cost. Troublesome tourists don’t check out of Carnage. They compost beneath Harper’s award-winning flowerbeds.* *. But Nolan Rhodes isn’t your average tourist. Devilishly handsome, disarmingly charming, and skilled with a blade, Nolan is relentless in the pursuit of revenge. On every anniversary of the hit-and-run accident that fractured his life, Nolan slays another target. And he’s saved the best for last: the undeniably beautiful Harper Starling. The problem? Harper isn’t the monster he expected. And she won’t go down without a fight.* *, When an amateur true crime investigator comes to Cape Carnage on the trail of a long-lost serial killer, Harper and Nolan strike an uneasy truce. If Nolan helps Harper protect her town, she’ll keep quiet about his hunting habits . . . for now. But their alliance soon spirals into obsession, one that threatens to shatter every secret in Carnage—including their fragile love.* *. Tourist Season is a darkly funny, slow burn, enemies-to-lovers romance where destruction and desire are balanced on the edge of a blade—and where love is the most dangerous battleground of all.* Please note: Paddy's of Park Slope serves plenty of drinks, but does not serve food. They welcome people to bring in food, or order in. And each month is chosen at the previous book club. So please come with your suggestions!

Jewish Speed Dating NYC (7 PM: Men ages 38-55, Women 35-54)

**Prepay required: This is NOT a pay at the door event. Ignore any references that says rsvp and pay organizer directly.** **7 PM: Jewish Men ages 48-61, Women 45-58 - Prepay required at** [https://www.jewishdatingnyc.com/event-details.aspx?id=13636#tix](https://www.jewishdatingnyc.com/event-details.aspx?id=13636#tix) Two item minimum purchase at this venue: food or drink) SPACE IS EXTREMELY LIMITED DETAILS Up to 10 dates in one night! Proof of age required. 85+ engagements ,a few kids and a lot of other happy couples! Men and women sit together for about 5 minutes, and then the guys rotate over partners. After the event you let us know who you are interested in and the results (both mutual matches and one way matches) are provided the next day. \*If you feel sick please don’t come; \*When greeting others please do not shake hands; \*Please wash your hands before arriving; **This is a PREPAY only event. Rsvps on here do not reflect actual attendance as this is a multi group event. This is NOT a pay at the door event. Ignore any references that says otherwise.** **Prepay required: This is NOT a pay at the door event. Ignore any references that says rsvp and pay organizer directly.** **7 PM: Jewish Men ages 38-55, Women 35-54 - Prepay required at** [https://www.jewishdatingnyc.com/event-details.aspx?id=13636#tix](https://www.jewishdatingnyc.com/event-details.aspx?id=13636#tix) $30.75- $40.75 depending on how early you register. **For more fun events:**

SSRC September Bookclub

Please join us for our September Bookclub discussion! This month we are reading I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter by Erika L. Sanchez, about a young woman’s journey of self-discovery after a family tragedy. All book fans are welcome, and snacks will be provided!

Mini Golf @ Swingers Nomad

Dinner Club Social: Make New Friends

⚠️ **IMPORTANT: You must sign up and buy a ticket here to attend:** [https://groupvibe.com/](https://groupvibe.com/) **Join the New York Dinner Club and make new friends!** Each meetup brings together 4–6 people for casual conversations over dinner. We use the Groupvibe platform to facilitate the meetup and ensure everyone’s a good fit. 👉 **To attend, you’ll need to complete registration via this link:** [https://groupvibe.com/](https://groupvibe.com/) We’ll share the exact location of the upcoming meetup the night before only if you have bought a ticket or membership plan. **Why this works:** \* Smaller groups make real conversations easier. \* Discover new restaurants in your city, together. \* Curated dinner venues with good food and vibe. \* If you hit it off with your group, there’s plenty of time to hang out afterwards. **Note:** RSVPs on Meetup don’t reflect total attendance. Many attendees register directly via our website. The event on [Meetup.com](http://meetup.com/) is only a placeholder. This meetup is organized by Groupvibe, a small team passionate about helping people form meaningful friendships offline.

📚 LET’S GO TO — THE GROLIER CLUB PRIVATE GROUP TOUR

## **Private Docent-Led Tour of Two Special Exhibitions** 🗓 **Monday\, September 14\, 2026 \| 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM** 📍 **The Grolier Club** 47 East 60th Street, New York, NY 10022 👥 **Limited to 20 Members** 💵 **Admission and Tour: Free** ## ✨ A Rare Visit to One of New York City’s Most Distinguished Cultural Institutions Join us for a very special private group visit to **The Grolier Club**, one of New York City’s most fascinating institutions devoted to books, printing, illustration, collecting, and the graphic arts. Although located in the heart of Manhattan, the Grolier Club remains unfamiliar to many New Yorkers. Its thoughtfully curated exhibitions explore the history, artistry, cultural importance, and enduring influence of books and printed materials. For our visit, the Club has graciously arranged a **private docent-led tour of both exhibitions currently on view**. ## 📖 Our Private Docent-Led Tour Our group will be led by a knowledgeable Grolier Club docent who will guide us through both exhibitions and explain their major themes, featured objects, historical background, and cultural significance. The guided portion of our visit will last approximately one hour. Afterward, members will have additional time to return to the displays, examine favorite objects more closely, read the exhibition materials, and continue exploring independently. ## 🖼️ Two Exhibitions in One Visit Our private tour will include both exhibitions presented within the Grolier Club’s galleries. The individual exhibition titles and complete details will be added as soon as they are formally confirmed by the Club. Members can expect a richly presented experience involving rare books, manuscripts, illustrations, printed works, historical documents, and other exceptional objects connected with the art and history of the book. ## ⏰ Event Schedule **10:45 AM** — Meet outside or near the entrance **11:00 AM – 12:00 PM** — Private docent-led tour of both exhibitions **12:00 PM – 1:00 PM** — Additional independent viewing time Members may continue exploring until they are ready to leave. ## 💵 Cost **There is no charge for this event.** The Grolier Club is generously providing our group with complimentary admission and a private docent-led tour. ## 👥 Attendance Limit This event is strictly limited to **20 members**. Because the Club is arranging a docent specifically for us, please RSVP only if you are reasonably certain that you can attend. ## 🌟 Why This Event Is Special This is an opportunity to visit a remarkable New York institution that many people have never experienced, while enjoying expert guidance through two specially curated exhibitions. The event combines art, literature, history, design, collecting, and visual culture in an elegant and intimate setting. Join us for a fascinating morning of discovery at one of New York City’s true hidden cultural treasures.

High Line & Hudson Yards Singles Date Walk (20s, 30s, 40s)

**\*TO ATTEND GET TICKETS AT -** **[https://www.eventbrite.com/e/high-line-date-walk-singles-stroll-tickets-856377517207](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/high-line-date-walk-singles-stroll-tickets-856377517207)** (Limited # of ladies save $5 by using discount code LADIES at checkout. Multiple groups are co-organizing. Space is limited and this event sells out every time.) Take in the beautiful views of both the High Line & Hudson Yards while meeting fun & friendly singles! Hudson Yards is the ultimate must-visit holiday destination in NYC, with over two million glittering lights throughout the neighborhood. Get some fresh air, a little exercise, and meet some new people… and maybe even that special someone! Plus, enjoy the unique architecture & cutting-edge art that is all a part of the High Line and Hudson Yards. These "Date Walks" are a very casual and non-awkward way to meet others. Our host will be there to make introductions and every 10 minutes or so, 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 of the High Line & Hudson Yards. We will then hang afterwards at a nearby fun venue for food and drinks. FAQs: **How many will attend?** We are limiting the # of attendees to 30 so that there is enough time to meet and spend time with everyone. And we do our best to keep the gender ratio as even as possible. **What are the ages?** We'll have a good mix of ages and everyone usually finds others in their age group. **What if rains?** We will email attendees a new date. **Can I come alone?** Yes, about 90% come on their own. **How much?** $15-$25 depending upon when you get ticket and spots left. 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**)

30s/40s Speed Dating with Icebreakers

For tickets and information: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1997757738173](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1997757738173) **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** *\* Check in starts 15 minutes before event start time so if possible please arrive a bit early.* At this event you will be going on a series of about 7 to 12 mini dates with each date lasting about 5 minutes each. Women stay seated and the men rotate from table to table until they meet each woman. *We will have fun, thought provoking ice breaker questions available to pull out of an envelope on the tables so there will never be a lull in conversation. The questions are also a great way to gauge chemistry with the other person.* You will get a match sheet and at the end of each mini-date you'll indicate whether or not you'd like to see the person again. At the end of the evening you will hand your match sheet in to the event host. If you both select each other, you'll receive an email within 48 hours with the first name and email of your mutual matches. We do not give out names or contact info unless there is a mutual match. Our Speed Dating events tend to attract quality, single professionals who are done with the dating games and ready to meet that special someone. Most people know within a few minutes if they would like to see someone again. *\* Check in starts 15 minutes before event start time so if possible please arrive a bit early.* For tickets and information: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1997757738173](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1997757738173) See more upcoming NYC events at: **[WWW.FRIENDZYEVENTS.COM](http://www.friendzyevents.com/)**