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Casual Drinks, Conversations, and Trivia

Casual Drinks, Conversations, and Trivia

Thu, Oct 1, 11:00 PM
From Casual Drinks, Conversations, and Trivia in Fort Greene
4.9

Join me for casual drinks and conversations, and a couple rounds of trivia. This is an event where people from around the neighborhood just meet and talk. Talk about your day, talk about your life, talk about the weather, talk about your hobbies. Anything and everything is welcome! Then, at 8pm, we can join the rest of the bar in a round of Trivia where we can test our repitoire of all-important knowledge. Hopefully we can make meaningful connections and turn strangers into friends.

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7 attendees
End-Of-Summer Happy Hour

End-Of-Summer Happy Hour

Thu, Sep 24, 10:30 PM
From Third Culture Kids (TCKs) of NYC
4.7

Let’s meet up and catch up :) Venue coming soon. Follow us on Instagram ([@tcknyc](https://www.instagram.com/tcknyc)) and RSVP to get updates!

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13 attendees
Casual Baseball Club - Randall's Island Field #48 - Sunday

Casual Baseball Club - Randall's Island Field #48 - Sunday

Sun, Sep 27, 12:35 PM
From NYC Casual Baseball Club
5.0

Welcome to Casual Baseball Club (CBC). We are CoEd and all experience levels are welcomed this is a friendly but competitive game. We are open to all who are looking to play. The aim of each session is to have balanced teams facing each other, you will be assigned a team prior to the session and be expected to cooperate with your teammates. _____________________________________ The Meetup is minimum of $5 per session Venmo/Cash app and Cash are accepted to: Abel @ 917-808-7441 _______________ ***RULES:*** ~**Slide rule** **on a double play make an effort to get out of the fielder's way or slide before the play** ~ **Equipment**, Bring your own OR ask before using any. There is usually communial equipment brought to each game. Use those, otherwise anything broken is at your own expense ~**Mercy rule** when a team is 5 runs above the opposing team we swap. **~Wooden Bats Only** no metal or baum bats! we want to endure the safety of our attendees **~Risk** Being a physically demanding sport, each attendee is aware of their own bodily limitations, and understands injury may occur. By signing up, attendees agree the organizers are not liable for any damages that may occur

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2 attendees
New York Tech & Beer® Social - Central Park Potluck Picnic!

New York Tech & Beer® Social - Central Park Potluck Picnic!

Sat, Sep 26, 4:00 PM
From New York Tech & Beer®
4.7

New York Tech & Beer will host our annual Central Park potluck on Saturday the $26th! We ask that attendees bring **shareable** food worth **$10+**, and **not plain snacks** like chips or pretzels. Think outside of the box! Your favorite homemade or restaurant-bought food, or something cool from a grocery store would be great. And of course, BYOB! Make sure to RSVP if you plan to come so we can get an accurate headcount. See you at Sheep Meadow! **[Buy me a Beer](https://buymeacoffee.com/nyctnb)** **if you enjoy our events and want to see more of them! :)** New York Tech & Beer® is an NYC tech social drinks and networking community. We host tech socials at bars around the city for enthusiasts and the curious from all backgrounds! Join us to meet new friends, have fun, and maybe get a tip for a job! See you there.

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40 attendees
NYC Netrunner Weekly Casual Meetup (Hex and Co. Union Square)

NYC Netrunner Weekly Casual Meetup (Hex and Co. Union Square)

Tue, Sep 29, 10:00 PM
From Netrunner Weekly Casual Meetup

We meet once every other week at OS NYC (50 Bowery, New York, NY 10013) , and alternating weeks at Hex and Co Union Square (801 Broadway, New York, NY 10003) and Pig Beach Astoria (35-37 36th St Ground Floor, Astoria, NY 11106) playing Standard and Startup formats. New players always welcome, we love to teach the game! Check in at https://discord.gg/TTzbvSQ7wS for up to date schedule changes and any venue shifts!

1 attendee
Star Gaze Saturday! 🔭🌃

Star Gaze Saturday! 🔭🌃

Sun, Sep 27, 1:00 AM
From Borough Hoppers
4.9

On Saturday, September 26th, let’s go stargazing on the Hudson, right here in NYC. **Please see details below:** Join us for the last stargazing Saturday this year organized by the Amateur Astronomers Association. The organization provides views of the evening skies through their telescopes at Pier I on Manhattan’s West Side. Events are free; may be canceled due to clouds and bad weather. We'll provide a weather update 24 hours in advance. https://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2026/09/26/summer-on-the-hudson-star-gaze-saturdays Free event! **When:** Saturday, September 26th 9 to 10:30pm Event starts at 8pm, but we'll join at 9pm Can join anytime. **Where:** Pier I in Riverside Park South West 70th Street Google map link to 66 Fifth Avenue: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/5BgtNpQzFJcTuUk17](https://maps.app.goo.gl/5BgtNpQzFJcTuUk17) **The not so fun rule on RSVPs** Please only RSVP if you think you can make it and adjust your RSVP asap if anything changes (as there are other people who would like your spot). Two no shows or cancellations within 6 hours results in a 4 month ban. I will send a reminder 24 hours in advance to the group Thanks and can't wait to see you!

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Casual meetups are informal gatherings focused on socializing without a rigid agenda. They're great for mingling, meeting new people, and having a good time casually.

You can search for events in New York on Meetup by filtering by location. Browse through local groups that host casual gatherings throughout the city.

Yes, you can RSVP to individual events even if you’re not a member of the hosting group. This flexibility lets you explore various meetups before committing.

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Casual meetups in New York provide plentiful opportunities to meet diverse people. By joining events, you engage with others who share interests and enjoy spontaneous interactions.

While many casual meetups are in-person, some may be online. It's best to check event descriptions to understand the format before attending.

Meetup focuses on group activities rather than 1:1 meetups. It's about community-based interactions and shared experiences with multiple attendees.

Availability of meetups varies by neighborhood. Browse the platform often, as new events and groups frequently emerge covering different parts of the city.

Yes, you can start your own group focused on casual meetups. Gatherings can be scheduled throughout New York based on themes or activities you enjoy.

Most casual meetups have flexible formats with no strict agenda, allowing for laid-back interaction and socializing. Organizers might guide activities, but it remains relaxed.

New York’s meetups attract a wide range of people with varying interests. Browse different groups to find a diverse community that fits your social interests.

Event frequency depends on the organizing groups, with some hosting weekly, monthly, or ad-hoc gatherings. NYC's vibrant community ensures there's never a shortage of opportunities.

While Meetup enables connection opportunities, success depends on active participation and choosing events that align with your interests, as outcomes cannot be guaranteed.