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Bi-weekly salon discussing NYC events, issues, or other intellectual topic of our choice. Expect warm ambiance, aesthetic food, and perhaps a featured speaker from time to time.

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Trivia Meetup - Sat. Oct. 24

A Saturday afternoon of trivia at this location. This Whole Foods is at 66 Broadway at Wall Street in lower Manhattan. The 4 and 5 trains stop right there at the Wall Street station. The R and 1 trains stop nearby at Rector Street. The seating area is downstairs. Walk straight ahead after getting off the escalator. A large food and beverage selection. Cashiers on the main and lower levels. MAKE A PURCHASE and hold on to the receipt in case they ask. If you find you cannot attend, change your RSVP to NO. Okay, let's see how this works out.

Joy Ride to Valentino Pier - Welcome Back Janet!

Ride leader Janet Joy Wilson will be back in NYC in October! Let’s have a Brompton "Joy Ride" from Lower Manhattan to Valentino Pier in Red Hook to enjoy the night sky and reconnect with much-missed Janet! This is a 11-mile social ride at a slow pace, **for Brompton bicycles only**. **DETAILS** We’ll meet at the base of the Christopher Street Pier on the Hudson Greenway. We’ll depart at approximately 6:20PM after 20 minutes of socializing. At the meeting point there are restrooms for us to use. The route is on a paved, comfortable bike path, with little traffic. We'll cross the Brooklyn Bridge to Brooklyn and cruise along the waterfront towards our goal, enjoying spectacular views of the tip of Manhattan. At Valentino Pier, we will have a break to have some of Steve's Key Lime Pies - a New York classic and very fun. We'll hang out to socialize a bit before we go on the second, shorter part of the ride. This will lead us to into DUMBO, Brooklyn. We will have a small After Party with Janet on our rooftop terrace with the wonderful views off the Manhattan skyline to round off the glorious evening. **RIDE LEVEL:** Chill / Relaxed Pace: 16 kmh / 10 mph Distance: 11-12 miles Everyone is welcome, no one will be left behind. **WHAT TO BRING** * Since we will be riding back in the dark, lights are required * Please ensure your tires are inflated and your bike is in good working order * Spare inner tube in case of flats - everyone should bring this **PLEASE MAINTAIN YOUR RSVP!** If you can’t attend, please update your RSVP so someone from the waiting list can have your spot. Riders with a history of “no shows” may be removed from the ride in favor of others on the waiting list. **Happy Riding!** \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* Our Community Rules: 1. Be kind. Welcome and encourage other riders. Insults, shaming, and hate will be removed, and offenders will be banned. 2. Your safety is your responsibility. Helmets are required. Lights are required if riding in darkness. It is each rider’s responsibility to ensure their bike is clean, well-maintained, and fully functional. 3. All bikes are welcome. Occasional Brompton-only events will be clearly labeled. Contact your local Brompton dealer if you'd like to borrow a Brompton for an event (participation may vary). 4. If your plans change, please update your RSVP. BY ATTENDING this event you ACKNOWLEDGE and ACCEPT the following: 1. I ACKNOWLEDGE, agree, and represent that I understand the nature of bicycling activities and that I am qualified, in good health, and in proper physical condition to participate in such activity. I further acknowledge that the ride-out will be conducted over public pavements and facilities open to the public, and upon which the hazards of traveling are to be expected. I further agree and warrant that if, at any time, I believe conditions to be unsafe, I will immediately discontinue further participation. 2. I FULLY UNDERSTAND that (a) BICYCLING ACTIVITIES INVOLVE RISKS AND DANGERS OF SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, INCLUDING PERMANENT DISABILITY, PARALYSIS AND DEATH ("Risks"); (b) these Risks and dangers may be caused by my own actions or inactions, the actions or inactions of others participating in the ride-out, the conditions in which the ride-out takes place, or the negligence of others; (c) there may be OTHER RISKS AND SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC LOSSES either not known to me or not readily foreseeable at this time; and I FULLY ACCEPT AND ASSUME ALL SUCH RISKS AND ALL RESPONSIBILITY FOR LOSSES, COSTS, AND DAMAGES I may incur as a result of my participation; (d) I acknowledge that Brompton Bicycle, event organizers, ride leaders, and volunteers will not be liable for any accidents or damages through this ride-out. 3. PHOTO RELEASE: I CONSENT to my voice, name, and/or likeness being used, without compensation, in any and all media, whether now known or hereafter devised, for eternity, and release Brompton Bicycle, its successors, assigns and licensees from any liability whatsoever of any nature. DO NOT REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT IF YOU DO NOT WISH TO BE SUBJECT TO THE FOREGOING.

Victory Pints at Wild East Brewing

WEBSITE (http://www.victorypints.com/) TWITTER (https://twitter.com/victory_pints) FACEBOOK (https://www.facebook.com/victorypints) Every Monday we bring some serious board game madness to Wild East Brewing from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. They like board games; we like board games... it's a match made in heaven! WHAT TYPE OF GAMES ARE PLAYED? All types. Real short bluffing games decorated with skulls and flowers. Cooperative games fighting horrible diseases. Classic euro games where you haggle over sheep and wheat. Whether you want to fight unspeakable horrors in Arkham or build railroads across America or rebuild your farm after the black plague (more fun than it sounds) you can probably find a game you would like. Some games you might see are 7 Wonders, Settlers of Catan, Pandemic, Dominion, Dixit, Puerto Rico, Eldritch Horror, Ticket to Ride, Carcasonne among many others. You're also welcome to bring any game you want to play! I DON'T KNOW THESE GAMES? IS IT COOL IF I COME? We're very friendly and if you have no idea what the hell we're talking about just trust us when we say it's ton of fun. We'll have tons of games and we're very happy to show you the rules. Hang out, haves some drinks, and learn a new game. Questions? Comments? Contact us at info@victorypints.com

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Advanced OC1/2 - Surfski practice

Queens Night Market - Halloween Edition!

This will be a short, easy, beginner friendly ride of approximately 10 miles. Last Queens Night Market of the 2026 season - Halloween Season Edition! Come in costume if you like. Wish you could eat Ecuadorian, Turkish, Sudanese, Taiwanese food (and more!) all in the same night? Well, wish no more! Welcome to the **[Queens Night Market](https://queensnightmarket.com/)**! This food vendor market is held every week in the summer on Saturday from 4pm to midnight at Flushing Meadows park in Queens, and celebrates the cultural diversity of NYC and Queens. About Queens Night Market: NOTE - **Most vendors primarily accept CASH ONLY**. Food items are typically around $6 per item. Some vendors do accept electronic payment, but not all. More information here: [https://queensnightmarket.com/](https://queensnightmarket.com/) We will begin our ride at Queensbridge Park. The park is located on Vernon Blvd, right under the Queensboro Bridge. **Meet at 1:30pm. Wheels rolling at 2:00 pm.** There are restrooms and water fountains at the start. We'll plan to arrive at the market **around 4pm**. At this point you're welcome to hang out and eat for as long as you like! From the start we will take the 31st Avenue bike lane, then on to **[34th Ave](https://www.34aveopenstreets.com/)**, one of the longest stretches of road in NYC that is permanently closed to traffic, and then to the Flushing Bay Promenade. From here we'll finally make our way to Flushing Meadows park where we'll see the Unisphere and the Fountain of the Planets. At this point, we're just seconds away from the final destination, Queens Night Market! **[Link to the route](https://ridewithgps.com/routes/57552224)** This ride will be an beginner friendly ride of approximately 10 miles. It is mostly flat with a rolling pace of around 10 miles per hour. PLEASE NOTE: We will gather at 1:30 pm. PLEASE ARRIVE ON TIME. **WHEELS ROLL PROMPTLY AT 2:30 PM.** **Route End:** The ride will end at Queens Night Market. You can hang out with us there, or head on. If you don't want to ride home, there is a 7 train stop just steps away at 111th street. **What to bring:** * Water * Cash * Helmet * **Lights** (*especially* if you plan to ride from Queens Night Market) Our Community Rules: 1. Be kind. Welcome and encourage other riders. Insults, shaming, and hate will be removed, and offenders will be banned. 2. Your safety is your responsibility. Helmets are required. Lights are required if riding in darkness. It is each rider’s responsibility to ensure their bike is clean, well-maintained, and fully functional. 3. If your plans change, please update your RSVP. BY ATTENDING this event you ACKNOWLEDGE and ACCEPT the following: 1. I ACKNOWLEDGE, agree, and represent that I understand the nature of bicycling activities and that I am qualified, in good health, and in proper physical condition to participate in such activity. I further acknowledge that the ride-out will be conducted over public pavements and facilities open to the public, and upon which the hazards of traveling are to be expected. I further agree and warrant that if, at any time, I believe conditions to be unsafe, I will immediately discontinue further participation. 2. I FULLY UNDERSTAND that (a) BICYCLING ACTIVITIES INVOLVE RISKS AND DANGERS OF SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, INCLUDING PERMANENT DISABILITY, PARALYSIS AND DEATH ("Risks"); (b) these Risks and dangers may be caused by my own actions or inactions, the actions or inactions of others participating in the ride-out, the conditions in which the ride-out takes place, or the negligence of others; (c) there may be OTHER RISKS AND SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC LOSSES either not known to me or not readily foreseeable at this time; and I FULLY ACCEPT AND ASSUME ALL SUCH RISKS AND ALL RESPONSIBILITY FOR LOSSES, COSTS, AND DAMAGES I may incur as a result of my participation; (d) I acknowledge that Brompton Bicycle, event organizers, ride leaders, and volunteers will not be liable for any accidents or damages through this ride-out. 3. PHOTO RELEASE: I CONSENT to my voice, name, and/or likeness being used, without compensation, in any and all media, whether now known or hereafter devised, for eternity, and release Brompton Bicycle, its successors, assigns and licensees from any liability whatsoever of any nature. DO NOT REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT IF YOU DO NOT WISH TO BE SUBJECT TO THE FOREGOING.

Volo Kids Classic Charity Golf Tournament at Skyway Golf Course

Join us on Thursday, October 29 for the 1st Annual Volo Kids Charity Golf Tournament! This event is a fundraising event for Volo Kids Foundation in support of free sports programs for kids in the community. **[REGISTER HERE](https://www.volosports.com/l/f10b4f92-1c2f-49f5-a1db-e0c50d28da10)** This 4-person, 9-hole scramble tournament will take place at the beautiful Skyway Golf Course in Hudson County. Featuring rolling fairways, colorful fescue, and panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline beneath the Pulaski Skyway, this course offers a unique and memorable golf experience. You can register as a group or individual. **Your Registration Includes:** * ⛳ Green fees & cart * 🍺 Unlimited beverage cart * 🍽️ Food before & after the round **🏆 Tournament Prizes & Contests:** * Prizes for the winning team * Men's & Women's Longest Drive prizes * Men's & Women's Closest to the Pin prizes **🎟️ Raffle prizes, including:** * Wilson Driver * Wilson Wedges * Golf accessories (gloves, Titleist Pro V1 golf balls, and more) * NBA, MLB, PGA memorabilia, and much more! Golf tournament sponsorship opportunities are available and are a great way to promote your business and further support the Volo Kids Foundation. Complete this [google form](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe_PpdpL_zRU2-E97mjY9IPJhWfu3If77EWKysJjFVwltikTQ/viewform) to learn more about sponsorship opportunities.

Sleepy Hollow/Tarrytown Halloween Skate and Parade

The leader for this event is Westchester Collar "Moonman" Pete! We group up from 8:15 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. WE SKATE OFF AT 9:00 A.M. SHARP!! This is a LONG DISTANCE, INTERMEDIATE to ADVANCED LEVEL SKATE EVENT of approximately 32 miles from the Lincoln Center area in Manhattan to Sleepy Hollow in Westchester County, NY (This event description will be followed by another with options to meet us along the route in upper Manhattan or the Bronx if you prefer fewer miles or a later start time, but space cannot be guaranteed in the sag wagon for costume parts and bags if you do not skate with us from the event's starting point.) Much of the route will be on trails including the Hudson River Greenway and/or the Riverside Park paths and the South County Trail which we can now access from the newly-paved trail in Van Cortlandt Park in the Bronx. We WILL have a sag wagon. For many years, RON and JAN have been kind enough to volunteer their cars and time to make the journey more comfortable for their skater friends. Ron Tow is back again this year to volunteer his time and car to help make this event happen. The Tarrytown Parade Committee has invited us back to roll in the parade as we did in 2017, 2019, 2022, 2023 and 2024 and 2025. Both Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow go all out with decorations and create a very festive atmosphere for their visitors and those who participate in and attend the parade. THE SKATE: Join MOONMAN PETE as he leads a group of costumed skaters north from Manhattan to the Old Dutch Church and the Sleepy Hollow Cemetery in Sleepy Hollow, NY to chase down the Headless Horseman, the fictional character from Washington Irving's Classic story, "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow". The remains of author Washington Irving lie in the cemetery and, according to legend, so do the remains the Headless Hessian Horseman, who apparently rises up each evening and gallops through the village in search of the head that he lost in battle. In recent years, the skate has started out on the paths and trails of Riverside Park, the Hudson River Greenway, and the Harlem River Greenway and continued through Inwood in upper Manhattan until we cross over to the Bronx via the Broadway Bridge. After a few miles of street skating in the Bronx, we return to the serenity of the colorful autumn trails as we enter Westchester County’s South County Trail and follow it all the way to Dobbs Ferry, NY. At that point, we skate west to the Hudson River and roll north through several river villages until we reach our destination – the Old Dutch Church and the Sleepy Hollow Cemetery. Traditionally, we gather for a meal at Osaka in Tarrytown between 2:30 and 3 p.m. after we finish skating and before we enter the parade, but you can eat elsewhere or choose to explore the villages instead. The Tarrytown Parade begins around 5 p.m. and concludes around 6:30 p.m. The Metro-North train from Tarrytown to Manhattan is nearby and provides an express trip back to Grand Central of approximately 50 to 60 minutes. More details about the event, including meet-up options, the route, and the post-skate gathering will follow shortly as an addition to this event post. HALLOWEEN ON WHEELS is coming soon….get busy with the costume creation, get yourself fit for the skate and the parade, and join the Empire Skate Club as it celebrates one of the year's best holidays on skates!

"China Institute Gallery At 60, 1966 - 2026: ... " @ China Institute Of America

● **MeetUp For**: At 06:30 PM, to view [China Institute Of America](https://www.chinainstitute.org/) (formerly [China Institute In America](https://www.chinainstitute.org/))'s "[China Institute Gallery At 60, 1966 - 2026: Selections From Three Millennia Of Chinese Art](https://chinainstitute.org/gallery-exhibition/china-institute-gallery-at-60-1966-2026/)" Special Exhibition, at [China Institute Gallery](https://chinainstitute.org/gallery-exhibitions/) of [China Institute Of America](https://www.chinainstitute.org/) (formerly [China Institute In America](https://www.chinainstitute.org/)), on 2026 October 29 Thursday. ● **MeetUp Date And Time**: On 2026 October 29 Thursday, at 06:30 PM. ● **MeetUp Venue And Location**: [China Institute Of America](https://www.chinainstitute.org/) (formerly [China Institute In America](https://www.chinainstitute.org/)), located at [40 Rector Street, between 100 Washington Street and West Street](https://www.google.com/maps/place/40+Rector+St,+New+York,+NY+10006/), in Little Syria Manhattan, DownTown Manhattan, Manhattan. ● **ŸMeetUp Cost**:Ÿ * In the evening, during [China Institute Of America](https://www.chinainstitute.org/) (formerly [China Institute In America](https://www.chinainstitute.org/))'s [Gallery Extended Hours Free Evenings](https://chinainstitute.org/gallery-exhibitions/), a single standard individual Gallery regular general admission ticket to [China Institute Gallery](https://chinainstitute.org/gallery-exhibitions/) of [China Institute Of America](https://www.chinainstitute.org/) (formerly [China Institute In America](https://www.chinainstitute.org/)) is complimentary, courtesy, gratis and free. * During normal and regular Gallery hours, admittance to [China Institute Of America](https://www.chinainstitute.org/) (formerly [China Institute In America](https://www.chinainstitute.org/))'s [China Institute Gallery](https://chinainstitute.org/gallery-exhibitions/) and [China Institute Of America](https://www.chinainstitute.org/) (formerly [China Institute In America](https://www.chinainstitute.org/)) is not free and there is an admission fee. * Standard individual Gallery regular general admission ticket payment is $15.00, per single standard individual Gallery regular general admission ticket, to [China Institute Gallery](https://chinainstitute.org/gallery-exhibitions/), of [China Institute Of America](https://www.chinainstitute.org/) (formerly [China Institute In America](https://www.chinainstitute.org/)). * Each and every individual is fully and wholly accountable, fully and wholly culpable, fully and wholly faultable, fully and wholly indemnified, fully and wholly liable, fully and wholly obligated, fully and wholly required, and fully and wholly responsible for arranging, getting, obtaining, purchasing and securing their own single standard individual Gallery regular general admission tickets, by themselves, directly from [China Institute Of America](https://www.chinainstitute.org/) (formerly [China Institute In America](https://www.chinainstitute.org/))'s. * Each and every individual is fully and wholly accountable, fully and wholly culpable, fully and wholly faultable, fully and wholly indemnified, fully and wholly liable, fully and wholly obligated, fully and wholly required, and fully and wholly responsible for any and all of their own costs, expenses, purchases and tabs, including, but not limited to, any and all charges, any and all fees, any and all gratuities, any and all taxes, and any and all tips. ● **MeetUp Locating, Finding And Joining**: * Meet at 06:30 PM, at [China Institute Of America](https://www.chinainstitute.org/) (formerly [China Institute In America](https://www.chinainstitute.org/)), inside the main entrance lobby of [40 Rector Street](https://www.google.com/maps/place/40+Rector+St,+New+York,+NY+10006/), the building containing and housing [China Institute Of America](https://www.chinainstitute.org/) (formerly [China Institute In America](https://www.chinainstitute.org/)), on 2026 October 29 Thursday. * Search for and seek out the [Assistant Organizer](https://www.meetup.com/members/73264/group/137667/) at [China Institute Of America](https://www.chinainstitute.org/) (formerly [China Institute In America](https://www.chinainstitute.org/)), inside the main entrance lobby of [40 Rector Street](https://www.google.com/maps/place/40+Rector+St,+New+York,+NY+10006/), the building containing and housing [China Institute Of America](https://www.chinainstitute.org/) (formerly [China Institute In America](https://www.chinainstitute.org/)). ● **MeetUp Activity**: * At 06:30 PM, to view [China Institute Of America](https://www.chinainstitute.org/) (formerly [China Institute In America](https://www.chinainstitute.org/))'s "[China Institute Gallery At 60, 1966 - 2026: Selections From Three Millennia Of Chinese Art](https://chinainstitute.org/gallery-exhibition/china-institute-gallery-at-60-1966-2026/)" Special Exhibition, at [China Institute Gallery](https://chinainstitute.org/gallery-exhibitions/) of [China Institute Of America](https://www.chinainstitute.org/) (formerly [China Institute In America](https://www.chinainstitute.org/)), on 2026 October 29 Thursday. * [The New York City Sci-Fi/Fantasy Meetup Group](https://www.meetup.com/scifi-22/)'s "[Post '"China Institute Gallery At 60, 1966 - 2026: Selections From Three Millennia Of Chinese Art" @ China Institute Of America' Nosh](https://www.meetup.com/scifi-22/events/316884783/)" MeetUp Event, immediately after [The New York City Sci-Fi/Fantasy Meetup Group](https://www.meetup.com/scifi-22/)'s "['China Institute Gallery At 60, 1966 - 2026: Selections From Three Millennia Of Chinese Art' @ China Institute Of America](https://www.meetup.com/scifi-22/events/316727849/)" MeetUp Event, at a location and venue nearby [China Institute Of America](https://www.chinainstitute.org/) (formerly [China Institute In America](https://www.chinainstitute.org/)), perhaps likely in ChinaTown Manhattan. ● **MeetUp Notes**: * Meet at 06:30 PM, at [China Institute Of America](https://www.chinainstitute.org/) (formerly [China Institute In America](https://www.chinainstitute.org/)), inside the main entrance lobby of [40 Rector Street](https://www.google.com/maps/place/40+Rector+St,+New+York,+NY+10006/), the building containing and housing [China Institute Of America](https://www.chinainstitute.org/) (formerly [China Institute In America](https://www.chinainstitute.org/)), on 2026 October 29 Thursday. * Search for and seek out the [Assistant Organizer](https://www.meetup.com/members/73264/group/137667/) at [China Institute Of America](https://www.chinainstitute.org/) (formerly [China Institute In America](https://www.chinainstitute.org/)), inside the main entrance lobby of [40 Rector Street](https://www.google.com/maps/place/40+Rector+St,+New+York,+NY+10006/), the building containing and housing [China Institute Of America](https://www.chinainstitute.org/) (formerly [China Institute In America](https://www.chinainstitute.org/)). * Each and every individual is fully and wholly accountable, fully and wholly culpable, fully and wholly faultable, fully and wholly indemnified, fully and wholly liable, fully and wholly obligated, fully and wholly required, and fully and wholly responsible for arranging, obtaining, purchasing and securing their own single standard individual Gallery, Museum, Program and/or Theatre regular general admission tickets, by themselves. * Each and every individual is fully and wholly accountable, fully and wholly culpable, fully and wholly faultable, fully and wholly indemnified, fully and wholly liable, fully and wholly obligated, fully and wholly required, and fully and wholly responsible for any and all of their own costs, expenses, purchases and tabs, including, but not limited to, any and all charges, any and all costs, any and all fees, any and all gratuities, any and all taxes, and any and all tips. * Each and every individual is fully and wholly accountable, fully and wholly culpable, fully and wholly faultable, fully and wholly indemnified, fully and wholly liable, fully and wholly obligated, fully and wholly required, and fully and wholly responsible for themselves, regardless of anyone and everyone else. * Each and every individual absolutely and irrevocably absolves, discharges and releases anyone and everyone else, from any and all accountability, any and all culpability, any and all fault, any and all indemnity, any and all liability, any and all obligation, any and all requirement and any and all responsibility for themselves. ● **MeetUp Advisories**: * Each and every individual is fully and wholly accountable, fully and wholly culpable, fully and wholly faultable, fully and wholly indemnified, fully and wholly liable, fully and wholly obligated, fully and wholly required, and fully and wholly responsible for arranging, obtaining, purchasing and securing their own single standard individual Gallery, Museum, Program and/or Theatre regular general admission tickets, by themselves. * Each and every individual is fully and wholly accountable, fully and wholly culpable, fully and wholly faultable, fully and wholly indemnified, fully and wholly liable, fully and wholly obligated, fully and wholly required, and fully and wholly responsible for any and all of their own costs, expenses, purchases and tabs, including, but not limited to, any and all charges, any and all costs, any and all fees, any and all gratuities, any and all taxes, and any and all tips. * Each and every individual is fully and wholly accountable, fully and wholly culpable, fully and wholly faultable, fully and wholly indemnified, fully and wholly liable, fully and wholly obligated, fully and wholly required, and fully and wholly responsible for themselves, regardless of anyone and everyone else. * Each and every individual absolutely and irrevocably absolves, discharges and releases anyone and everyone else, from any and all accountability, any and all culpability, any and all fault, any and all indemnity, any and all liability, any and all obligation, any and all requirement and any and all responsibility for themselves. * Each and every individual either by merely RSVP (répondez sil vous plaît)ing, by merely attending or by merely joining, both represents and affirms that they, are fully vaccinated, fully inoculated and fully immunized against COVID-19, have not tested positive for COVID-19 nor are exhibiting any COVID-19 symptoms anytime within the past twenty-one (21) days, and are exercising and will exercise proper COVID-19 Pandemic precautionary, preventative and safety practices and measures. ● **MeetUp MetaData**: * Antique. * Antiquity. * Archaeology. * Art. * Art Criticism. * Art Critique. * Art History. * Art Galley. * Art Museum. * Asia. * Asian. * Asian Art. * Asian Art History. * China. * Chinese. * Chinese Art. * Chinese Art History. * East Asia. * East Asian. * East Asian Art. * East Asian Art History. * Gallery. * Museum.