Blood Drives New York

Game Day at La Diaspora

**Game Day Returns at La Diaspora** Game Day, a community favorite since 2008, is officially back after its hiatus and we’re celebrating its return at **La Diaspora**. Enjoy **all‑day happy hour**, a **full food and drink menu**, and a fun, social atmosphere built for game lovers. Please note: **a card is required for all tabs**, and **tax & gratuity will be added**. Each attendee will have a **minimum spend of $20**. We’ll have multiple tables reserved for card players Spades **and Bid Whist players, represent!** plus a selection of board games for anyone who wants to jump in and play. **Transportation:** 6, J, Z, N, Q, R, W-Canal Street 4, 5, -Brooklyn Bridge \*Street parking is limited, there is a garage right next door Game Day is back. Come eat, drink, play, and reconnect with the tradition.

Bloom & Bond NJ

🚨 **Looking for new friends and exciting plans in New Jersey?** 🚨 Whether you're new to NJ or just want to expand your circle, we’ve created a space where you can connect with fun, like-minded people! ✨ **Join Our Exclusive WhatsApp Group** and get access to exciting, no-awkwardness events: 🎲 **Game Nights** – Challenge your friends and meet new ones in friendly competitions! 🎬 **Movie Nights** – Cozy up for the latest films and all-time favorites. ☕ **Coffee & Chats** – Meet up for casual coffee breaks and great conversations. 🍻 **Comedy & Beer** – Laugh out loud with hilarious stand-up and drinks in hand! 🍜 **Midnight Pizza Runs** – Satisfy those late-night cravings with fun pizza hangouts. 🌟 **Real plans, real people, no awkward small talk.** Whether you're making the plans or jumping into an existing one, our group is all about connecting and having fun without the pressure. 👉 **Ready to make NJ your new playground?** Click below to instantly join our invite-only WhatsApp group, meet new people, and start creating unforgettable memories: [👉 ](https://chat.whatsapp.com/LWwH4LGU8CJ2lEKqzaHnK2?mode=ac_t)**[Join the WhatsApp group now!](https://chat.whatsapp.com/LWwH4LGU8CJ2lEKqzaHnK2?mode=ac_t)** [https://chat.whatsapp.com/LWwH4LGU8CJ2lEKqzaHnK2?mode=ac_t](https://chat.whatsapp.com/LWwH4LGU8CJ2lEKqzaHnK2?mode=ac_t)

Blood on the Clocktower

**Welcome to the 2026 season of Blood at the Join us every Friday from 5:00PM to 9:00PM.** **Come join us and be part of some memorable moments and entertaining stories. We welcome and accommodate players of all skill levels. Please let the host storytell. Please contact organizer (Tina) if you would like to storytell.** **NEW TO THE MEETUP?** **Thanks for coming! We hope you enjoy yourself. We are a social, friendly group that meets to play games. Language and behavior that is racist, sexist, ableist, ageist, and so on, is not tolerated. Bullying and bad-mouthing hosts or guests is also not tolerated. We're not here to debate politics, and we are not a dating service. Obviously gaming can sometimes include trash talking. Just … know if your opponents are up for that! And look, we all make mistakes -- if you’ve offended someone, an apology can go a long way.**

Hudson River Greenway Walk to Inwood Hill Jazz Festival

Join us for a special 6-mile walk along the Fort Washington Greenway from 145th Street to Inwood Hill Park. This is more than a walk — **we’ll be one of the first groups to try a proposed detour that Parks is considering for the Greenway.** In the next few years, the Fort Washington Greenway will undergo construction to address recurring sinkholes and the bridge over the Amtrak tracks. During this walk, we’ll check out a proposed route to keep us walking while construction is underway. Even better, **Jana LaSorte, Director of Northern Manhattan Parks, will join us** to walk the route, talk about the Greenway’s history and future, and answer our questions. We’ll walk, look at what works (and what doesn’t), and share ideas about how the route could be improved. **We’ll end at the free [Inwood Jazz Festival](http://www.inwoodjazzfestival.com/) in Inwood Hill Park from 1–5 p.m.** Bring a ground cloth to sit on and enjoy some great music. The route includes stairs and uneven terrain. If 6 miles is more than you want to do, you can drop out at Dyckman Street. **We are co-sponsoring the walk with Transportation Alternatives, and they would like us to also RSVP with them.** https://www.mobilize.us/transalt/event/1022531/ MEET: 9:45 a.m. at 145th & Riverside Drive, down the hill from the #1 train. Restrooms available along the route. BRING: water, snacks, lunch, and a towel to sit on at the Jazz fest. Co- leaders: Pam Cress pactoday@gmail.com, 917-597-2664. and Christine Summerson 646-491-0764 (day of walk only)

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Let's Drink Beer at Blocktoberfest!

Tuesday Morning LSP Run - Meet 630AM at LIFE Pancake House

FriYAY x Bluestone Lane

Sunday 8:00am - Sunday Runday

Field Trip to Fleet Feet Hoboken!

"Love Is Blind" Speed Dating (As seen on Netflix) Comp Drinks For Ladies

**\*TO ATTEND GET TICKETS (20s & 30s):** [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/love-is-blind-20s-30-speed-dating-tickets-1999735794593](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/love-is-blind-20s-30-speed-dating-tickets-1999735794593) (\**Limited # of Women save $10 using discount code "10" at checkout. Our events are co-organized by multiple groups so don't pay attention to RSVPs. These events are well attended. Must pay in advance to attend.)* **Be prepared to experience a speed dating like no other! Since this event first debuted, mutually connecting matches have been increased by 20% on average for both genders! This speed dating event is a mind blowing cerebral and surreal experience!** Here is how it will work: Women will first have girlfriend connect time, playing complimentary pool and ping pong over complimentary cocktails in a private area separated from the men. Speed dating will then begin! The men will be donning a blind fold while the ladies will rotate for each round. For ladies and men, there will be special optional questions to ask to heighten the experience, but it is not mandatory! After the speed dating, the genders will be separated once more while the matches are selected and then handed in! There will be a complimentary after party in which everyone can mix and mingle over complimentary pool, ping pong, giant jenga and other cool games, for every drink purchased, your next will be half off the entire evening! Your matches will be emailed to you the morning with the option to leave your contact number in addition to email. What to expect: * **Up to 30 singles who are ready to become acquainted** * **Complimentary drink for ladies before 7pm** * **For men, every beverage that is purchased your next will be half off the entire evening (1 minimum drink required)** * **Complimentary ping pong, billiards for ladies pre/post speed dating** * **Unique speed dating that is rapidly becoming very popular** * **Your matches delivered the next day guaranteed** * **Live DJ after speed dating ends** FAQs: **How many will attend?** We get a good mix of singles in their 20s & 30s and do our best to keep the genders as even as possible. **Can I come alone?** Yes, about 90% come on their own. **How much?** $35-$40 depending upon when you get ticket and spots left 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)**

5K Run, Walk, Worship, Fellowship, etc. (NEWARK)

🏃🏽‍♀️✝️ NEW JERSEY—LET’S EXERCISE OUR FAITH TOGETHER! I’m so excited to announce that I am an official ambassador for the Exercise Your Faith 5K Run & Walk, coming to Newark, New Jersey, on Saturday, September 19th! Exercise Your Faith is so much more than a race it’s a movement bringing faith, fitness, fellowship, and healthy living together. Created by B.U.F.F. Lifestyle, Believers United for Fitness. This organization encourages people to strengthen both their bodies and their relationship with God while building meaningful connections within the community. This mission is very close to my heart because I truly believe we were never meant to walk out our faith or our wellness journeys alone. We need community. We need encouragement. And sometimes, we simply need to step outside of our normal routines and experience God in a fresh, joyful, and active way. Whether you walk, jog, or run, everyone is welcome! You do not have to be an experienced runner. This is about showing up, moving with purpose, honoring God with our bodies, and enjoying an incredible day together. Race day will include: ✝️ A 5K run and walk 🎶 Live worship and music 🙏🏽 Prayer and group communion 🤝 Fellowship and community connection 🛍️ A vendor village 🍽️ Food trucks 🎉 Fun, games, encouragement, and activities for the whole community 📅 Saturday, September 19, 2026 📍 Riverfront Park, 615 Raymond Boulevard, Newark, NJ ⏰ Event: 9:00 AM–2:00 PM 🏃🏽‍♀️ Registration/check-in begins at 8:00 AM Your registration includes a race bib, T-shirt, swag bag, and finisher medal! As an ambassador, I would absolutely love to see my friends, family, churches, fitness communities, health and wellness professionals, and local organizations come out and be part of this special day. Let’s gather across different churches and communities for a day of faith, fitness, fellowship, and fun. Invite your family, bring a friend, form a church team, or come on your own you will be welcomed into an incredible community! 🎟️ Register at [EYF5K.com](EYF5K.com) 💜 Use my ambassador code EWRUN2026 to receive 10% off your registration. Once you register, let me know I would love to know who will be joining me at the starting line! Let’s move with purpose, strengthen our faith, and show New Jersey what it looks like when the body of Christ comes together! 🙌🏽