Women of Culture NYC

Inspired by our Sisterhood of Discovery series, these bi-weekly calls give Art-full members (and first-time guests) the chance to begin the week with presence, purpose, and connection.

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✨On October 20th, we welcome special guest speaker Bird Mejia for a powerful session: How (& Why) to Access Joy to Move Through These Times. Bird is a multidisciplinary artist, storyteller, and spiritual guide whose work draws on Indigenous traditions, ritual, and community practice. Through her unique blend of creativity and wisdom, she helps others reconnect with joy as a vital source of resilience and healing.

This session will include:
• A grounding practice to help us arrive in the present moment
• Bird Mejia’s talk: “How (& Why) to Access Joy to Move Through These Times”
• A guided reflection on how joy can serve as a source of resilience and renewal
• Space for participants to share and connect around their own experiences with joy

By bringing together reflection, conversation, and Bird’s teachings, this gathering offers a reminder that joy is not only possible — it is necessary fuel for moving through uncertain times with strength and grace.

Come as you are, with openness and curiosity, and be ready to leave with new tools, perspective, and inspiration. Please plan to join from a quiet, comfortable location where you feel fully present.

All sessions are free for Art-full members, and non-members are invited to attend one trial session before joining one of our three membership tiers.

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Advance Registration Required here

NEW: Join the Art-full Sisterhood membership!

For those who are primarily interested in/able to participate in our online events via zoom, we now have the Art-full Sisterhood membership tier for $15/month or $144/year. It includes:

• Access to all Member Monday sessions, every other Monday from 7-8pm ET online via zoom
• Access to all Weekend of Culture getaways and any other Art-full member exclusive trips and gatherings in NYC, LA and beyond, including our trip to London in the Fall of 2025
• Access to a private what's app group for increased connection and communication among members in between events

Art-full members are invited to join us on Saturday, October 25th for a refreshing escape from the city as we head to charming Irvington-on-Hudson. This picturesque town along the Hudson River is the perfect setting for a day filled with art, history, and community.

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After a short 50 min ride from Grand Central, we’ll start with a delicious riverside brunch at Red Hat on the River, a beloved restaurant known for its seasonal cuisine and stunning waterfront views.

From there, we’ll journey to one of the most enchanting and architecturally unique homes in America — the Armour–Stiner Octagon House. This whimsical, fully domed octagonal residence is unlike anything else in the world. Often described as a real-life fairy-tale house, it’s brimming with history, artistry, and secrets.

On the seasonal Myths & Mysteries Tour, we’ll uncover the fascinating stories behind its design, its symbolism, and the many legends woven into its walls. It’s a rare opportunity to step inside a National Historic Landmark that very few get to explore in such depth.

✨ Why Join?

• Savor a riverside brunch with breath-taking Hudson River views.
• Explore the one-of-a-kind Armour–Stiner House on a guided Myths & Mysteries Tour.
• Enjoy a curated day trip that blends food, architecture, history, and community connection.
• All locations are accessible by public transit - no car needed!

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Schedule:
10:40am | Meet at Grand central for the 10:53am train (arriving at Irvington at 11:38pm)

11:45am | Brunch at Red Hat on the River
1 Bridge St, Irvington, NY

(25 min walk or 10 min uber)

2:30pm | Myths & Mysteries seasonal tour at the Armour-Stiner
45 W Clinton Ave, Irvington, NY

4:22pm | train back to Grand Central, arriving at 5:19pm

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Tickets for Art-full members:* $95 early bird through 10/11; $105 full price

*PREMIER members get an additional 20% off. Learn more about membership & join here.

Advance Purchase Required here

Please note:

• All tickets include the entrance fees & guided tours at the Stiner, plus 1 brunch entree + 1 simple non-alcoholic beverage at Red Hat - all other food/drink must be ordered and paid for at the restaurant
• You will need to purchase your own MetroNorth ticket either in-person at Grand Central or via the MTA Traintime app - roundtrip off-peak tickets are $9.75/person if purchased in advance.

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Note about tickets/ RSVP's:

• RSVPs on Meetup do NOT count as official registrations for this event, and the RSVP count on Meetup may not reflect the actual number of attendees. To attend, you must purchase a ticket, which guarantees your spot, regardless of whether you RSVP here.
• All paid and confirmed attendees will receive an email from alex@womenofculture.org 1–2 days before the event with further details, including a link to a WhatsApp group for important updates. If you do not receive this email (make sure to check your spam as well), it likely means you did not complete registration or payment.

Advance Purchase Required here

​This immersive experience offers a perfect balance of reflection and festivity — beginning with a cozy brunch at Confidant in Industry City, a welcoming spot offering hearty dishes and great conversation before we set out for Green-Wood, continuing with a fascinating guided tour, and concluding with a vibrant cultural celebration.

​Founded in 1838, Green-Wood Cemetery is one of New York City’s most historic landmarks, known for its breath-taking landscapes, Gothic Revival architecture, and as the resting place of some of the city’s most notable figures. Spanning 478 acres, it serves as both a peaceful sanctuary and an open-air museum of art, history, and nature.

​During our private guided 90-minute walking tour, we will explore the rich history of the Cemetery, delve into the tapestry of New York's past, and discover the monuments and buildings of profound significance.

​Finally, you are invited to close out the afternoon by discovering the rich history and traditions associated with the holiday Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) through the garden's Day of the Dead family celebration, which is free and open to the public.

​We hope you will join us for this unique and inspiring celebration!
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Full Schedule:
​12 pm | Brunch at Confidant in Industry City
67 35th St Building #5, Space #05-01-C29, Brooklyn
​2-3:30 pm | Private walking tour of Green-Wood
500 25th Street Brooklyn
​4-7 pm | Public Day of the Dead family celebration
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Advance Purchase Required here

​Non-member tickets for tour only: $55 early bird through 10/18; $60 full price
​Art-full member tickets:
Tour only: $45 early bird through 10/18; $55 full price
​Full experience with brunch: $90 early bird through 10/18; $95 full price
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Learn more about and sign up for membership here.

​All tickets include private, guided walking tour. Full experience tickets also include 1 brunch entree, 1 non-alcoholic beverage + tax/tip. All other food or drink must be paid separately on-site.

Note about tickets/ RSVP's:

• RSVPs on Meetup do NOT count as official registrations for this event, and the RSVP count on Meetup may not reflect the actual number of attendees. To attend, you must purchase a ticket, which guarantees your spot, regardless of whether you RSVP here.
• All paid and confirmed attendees will receive an email from alex@womenofculture.org 1–2 days before the event with further details, including a link to a WhatsApp group for important updates. If you do not receive this email (make sure to check your spam as well), it likely means you did not complete registration or payment**.**

On Wednesday, November 5th, the exhibition A Return to Beauty: The Pattern and Decoration Movement, 1975–1985 will be the centrepiece of our private gallery night at D. Wigmore Fine Art.

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Featuring 23 works by 9 artists, the show highlights how pioneers like Miriam Schapiro, Robert Kushner, and Kendall Shaw drew from global craft traditions—quilting, weaving, mosaics, and textiles—challenging the austerity of Modernism and elevating techniques long considered outside the canon of fine art.

The Pattern & Decoration artists embraced multiplicity, layering, and kaleidoscopic color, drawing inspiration from Islamic tiles, Japanese kimono patterns, American quilting, and more. Their works collapsed boundaries between painting, sculpture, and craft, ultimately redefining modern art and its sources. Today, the movement is recognized for its bold cross-cultural vision and its radical revaluation of beauty as a central force in contemporary art.

Following the gallery experience, members are invited to continue the evening just a few blocks away at PizzArte, a stylish Italian restaurant that combines authentic Neapolitan cuisine with a rotating art display of its own. Known for its thin-crust pizzas, elevated antipasti, and warm, gallery-like ambiance.

### Why Attend?

• Exclusive Access: Experience a curator-led walk-through of A Return to Beauty, gaining deeper insights into the exhibition’s themes and works.
• Intimate Community Setting: Connect with fellow members in a relaxed, small-group setting designed for meaningful conversation.
• Art Meets Dining: Extend the night with an optional dinner at PizzArte, where authentic Italian cuisine meets a creative gallery-like atmosphere.
• Value & Experience: Enjoy a thoughtfully curated evening that blends culture, conversation, and culinary delight — at a member-exclusive rate.

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Event Details:
6:00 pm | Arrival & mingling
6:30 pm | Curator-led walk-through
152 W 57TH St, 3rd Floor
8:00 pm | Optional member’s dinner at PizzArte
69 West 55 Street

Advance Purchase Required Here

Tickets:
Gallery only: Free for Art-full members; $10 for non-members
Full experience for Art-full members*: $40 early bird through 10/15; $50 full price

Learn more about membership & join here.

*Includes 1 alcoholic beverage OR 1 appetizer at dinner. All other food/drink must be purchased and paid separately at the restaurant.

Note about tickets/ RSVP's:

• RSVPs on Meetup do NOT count as official registrations for this event, and the RSVP count on Meetup may not reflect the actual number of attendees. To attend, you must purchase a ticket, which guarantees your spot, regardless of whether you RSVP here.
• All paid and confirmed attendees will receive an email from alex@womenofculture.org 1–2 days before the event with further details, including a link to a WhatsApp group for important updates. If you do not receive this email (make sure to check your spam as well), it likely means you did not complete registration or payment.