What we’re about
Welcome to the 35 and Ticking Meetup group!
This group is for individuals in their mid-thirties and above who are passionate about exploring new interests, trying new activities, and forging connections with like-minded people in NYC. Whether you're looking to discover new hobbies, attend local events, or socialize with others in your age group, this is the place for you. If you feel too old for the club and too young for Bingo night!.... Join us for a variety of meetups focused on fitness, wellness, arts and culture, and more.
Let's make the most of our 35 and ticking years together!
Note: We shall meet 2X a month to begin with.
Upcoming events
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A Grown Night Out: Happy Hour, Afro Jazz & New Connections
Red Rooster, 310 Lenox Avenue, New York, NY, USJoin us for a delightful evening of socializing and live jazz performance with like-minded individuals in the 35 and Ticking group.
This event is a perfect opportunity to unwind and relax while enjoying happy hour food and drinks in a friendly atmosphere. Whether you are looking for something to do or just looking to meet new friends, this event promises to be a fun experience for all. Don't miss out on this chance to mingle, sip, and socialize with fellow members of the group.
Note: If the list is full, please feel free to join us still—post in the event discussion to let us know you’re attending.
Agenda:
Mix and Mingle
- Venue: Red Rooster (Harlem)
- Where: At the bar during happy hour time
- Time: 6 -7 pm
- How to find the host: Ask the receptionist for Imelda!
- Note: It is optional to stay for the Live Jazz Performance
Live Jazz Performance:
- Time: 7-10 pm. Stay, leave, come back at your own time
- Flyer: Noël Simoné Band of Friends NYC and Africa
- Description: Welcoming a night of fusion, Harlem, and african rhythms! Live for your soul, ear, and spirit enjoyment! Watch live dancers fill the space in colorful costumes, the talking drummers, drums of different arrays, bells and shakers, jazz fusion, voices and stringed instruments, and the horn section fill your restaurant experience! Welcoming the new year
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Mingle and a Movie: Film Night at The Africa Center
The Africa Center, 1280 5th Ave, New York, NY, USJoin the 35 and Ticking group for an easy, relaxed Thursday night out—starting with happy hour conversation and ending with a great film.
We’ll begin the evening at Per Bar, where you can grab a drink & food, meet new people, and enjoy casual conversation in a comfortable bar setting. After mingling, we’ll take a short walk together to The Africa Center for the film.
If you enjoy thoughtful conversation, cultural experiences, and independent or international films, this night is designed for you. Whether you’re new to the group or a regular, this is a simple, social way to connect with like-minded adults and enjoy a curated night out in NYC.
Note: Spots are limited—RSVP to help us plan. Even if the list fills up, feel free to come by and join us.
Agenda:
Mix and Mingle
- Venue (Meet up location): Per Bar
- Where: At the bar during happy hour time
- Time: 6 - 6:45 pm (it's a 7-minute walk to The Africa Center)
- How to find the host: Ask the receptionist for Imelda!
- Note: It is optional to stay for the film.
Free Film at The Africa Center:
- Venue: The Africa Center
- Film: Disco Afrika: A Malagasy Story
- Time: 7-9 pm. The film will end early. There is usually a Q&A with the director. No need to stay if you don't want to!
- Sign up on Eventbrite (Free): CLICK HERE
- The Film:
In Madagascar, 20-year-old Kwame struggles to make a living in the clandestine sapphire mines. An unexpected event takes him back to his hometown. There, as he is reunited with his mother and old friends, he is also confronted by the rampant corruption that plagues his country. Kwame is forced to choose between easy money and loyalty; between individualism and a political awakening.
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