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A Decade of Social Science + Architecture
Mon, Oct 19, 10:00 PMJoin us for a special evening celebrating **10 years of the AIA Social Science + Architecture Committee**, a decade of advancing conversations at the intersection of **research, human behavior, equity, advocacy, and the built environment**. Founded on a commitment to **interdisciplinary dialogue and exchange**, the committee has spent the past ten years building a vibrant community of architects, researchers, strategists, educators, and industry leaders exploring how **social science can shape more responsive, inclusive, and human-centered environments**. The evening will bring together **past and present members, collaborators, and co-leaders** for a reflective and forward-looking gathering. Through shared stories, presentations, provocations, and conversation, we will look back on the ideas, partnerships, and impact that have defined the last decade, while also exploring **emerging questions shaping the next ten years of architecture and design**. The event will feature: * A **“by the numbers” look at 10 years of committee impact and programming** * **Reflections from past co-leaders and contributors** * **Dinner conversations** inspired by the committee’s original founding format * **Provocations and future-focused discussions** on the evolving role of social science in architecture * Opportunities to **reconnect with long-term members, collaborators, and the broader design community** At its core, the celebration is about **ideas, community, and the continued belief that architecture is deeply connected to human experience**. We look forward to **celebrating the past 10 years, and imagining the next 10 together**. **Stay Tuned:** We are currently finalizing the details for this event. To ensure you receive the official invitation, please keep an eye on [the AIA NY Social Science and Architecture Committee’s page](https://www.aiany.org/committees/social-science-architecture-committee/) and follow [PLASTARC ](https://plastarc.com/)for updates.
Law, Real Estate & Construction Networking Event @ Hudson Yards
Thu, Aug 27, 10:00 PM[ [Ticket ](https://www.eventbrite.com/o/76065455893).) Meet top lawyers, real estate developers, brokers, architects, and construction professionals🔹 Forge valuable partnerships and grow your network🔹 Exchange insights on market trends, deal flow, and regulatory updates🔹 Discover potential clients, collaborators, or investment opportunitie
Technology for Mass Engagement
Tue, Sep 15, 10:00 PMHosted by: [The AIA NY Social Science and Architecture Committee](https://www.aiany.org/committees/social-science-architecture-committee/) In Partnership with: [PLASTARC](https://plastarc.com/) New technologies are reshaping how communities participate in decisions about the built environment, creating new opportunities to broaden who is engaged, how people contribute, and how public input informs planning and design. With the launch of Mayor Mamdani's[ Office of Mass Engagement](https://www.nyc.gov/content/organize/pages/), New York City is investing in new approaches to civic participation and exploring how technology can support more inclusive, accessible, and responsive engagement at scale. This conversation will bring together leaders in civic technology, community engagement, and the built environment to explore the tools, platforms, and methodologies transforming public participation. From digital engagement platforms and participatory technologies to new approaches for collecting, interpreting, and acting on community feedback, panelists will examine how technology can strengthen the connection between communities and the decisions that shape their environments. The discussion will consider the opportunities and challenges of technology-enabled civic participation, and what emerging models of mass engagement mean for architects, planners, policymakers, and the communities they serve. **Hear from the Innovators Ready for the OME:** * **[inCitu](https://www.incitu.us/):** Democratizing city planning by bringing urban development to life through spatial data and Augmented Reality (AR)—allowing residents to literally see the future of their neighborhoods. * **[Convoca](https://convoca.org/):** Innovating at the intersection of civic tech and community organizing to mobilize the public and break down the traditional barriers to local agency. * **[Urban Sense](https://www.urbansense.city/):** Using technology and urban data to better understand how people experience and engage with cities, creating new opportunities to inform more responsive, people-centered planning and decision-making. * **[PLASTARC](https://plastarc.com/):** Leveraging social science and data-driven spatial strategy to design environments that inherently foster human connection and participatory experiences. **Event Details:** * Registration: Opening soon! **Stay Tuned:** We are currently finalizing the details for this exciting tech refresh. Keep an eye on the AIA NY Social Science and Architecture Committee and [register at AIA NY](https://calendar.aiany.org/day/2026-9-15/). **Why You Should Attend:** As cities seek more meaningful ways to engage communities, technology is reshaping how residents participate in planning, policymaking, and the design of the built environment. This event brings together architects, urbanists, civic leaders, and technology innovators to explore the platforms, methods, and emerging practices driving this transformation. Expect an evening of dynamic presentations highlighting civic technology, data driven engagement, and innovative approaches to gathering and acting on community input. Through case studies and discussion, speakers will examine how these tools can help create more inclusive, transparent, and responsive processes for shaping New York City's future.
Building Slack’s simplified layout mode
Tue, Sep 1, 11:30 PMThis event will be online on [YouTube](https://youtu.be/2pzA8TkTP1Q) and in-person (New York City). **The speaker and live stream starts at 7:30 pm ET**. In-person attendees may arrive as early as 7 pm ET. If arriving late, please leave a comment on this page and someone will come down ASAP. **Description** Slack is a powerful hub for work and communication, but its dense and complex interface can be a barrier for users with motor, vision, and cognitive disabilities. To help more people use Slack effectively, we introduced Simplified Layout Mode on desktop and web. This preference transforms Slack into a single-column layout that is easier to navigate and has fewer distractions. In this session, we will demo Simplified Layout Mode and discuss its evolution from an accommodation request by an ALS advocacy group to a feature that benefits multiple audiences. Along the way, we’ll share specific examples of how its design was shaped by our partnerships with disabled and neurodivergent users. Attendees will learn ... * How to collect and synthesize feedback from different groups of users with disabilities over the course of a feature’s development * How to collaborate with internal employee disability groups to get feedback and build momentum around a feature **Presenter bios** [Chris Xu](https://www.linkedin.com/in/xu-chris/) is a director of product management of Slack looking after accessibility and design systems. Outside of product management, they have had a wide-ranging career focused on how technology and communities shape each other. They live in Brooklyn, NY and hold strong opinions about fruit. [Lena Wang](https://www.linkedin.com/in/lena-wang1/) is a frontend software engineer at Slack working on accessibility and design systems. Outside of engineering, she's usually mid-side-quest — whether that's walking the entire length of Manhattan on a whim, running a Taco Bell 5k, or competing in a city-wide scavenger hunt. She lives in Manhattan, NY. [Kaili Liang](https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaili-liang/) is a Software Engineer at Slack, working on accessibility and design systems. In her free time, she loves chasing new eats, diving into books, trying various arts and crafts, and traveling. **Accessibility** The presentation will have human captions [CC], not automatic captions. For ASL preferred speakers, learn about the [Aira ASL App](https://aira.io/aira-asl-app/), and download it before the event. For the Blind and Low Vision community, learn about the [Aira Explorer App](https://aira.io/aira-explorer-app/) and download it before the event. To access the online webinar for audio description, use the A11yNYC Access Offer to call, or simply inform your Visual Interpreter that you'd like that offer applied when you connect. For additional accessibility requirements, please email meryl@equalentry.com **two weeks** **before** the event. **Livestream** [YouTube](https://youtu.be/2pzA8TkTP1Q) Provided by Internet Society Accessibility SIG. **Location details** The event is at 72 Spring street on the 4th floor. Everyone must be accompanied to the event on the 4th floor. Because everyone needs to be escorted, please arrive early or on time. When you enter the ground floor, a representative from A11yNYC will be there to provide elevator access. **Transit** The building 72 Spring street is near several transit stops: 6 train * Spring Street (non-accessible stop): 100 feet * Canal Street (accessible stop): 0.4 miles B/D/F/M trains * Broadway-Lafayette Street (accessible stop), 0.2 miles N/Q/R/W trains * Prince Street (non-accessible stop): 0.2 miles * Canal Street (accessible stop): 0.3 miles M1 / M55 Bus lines * Broadway/Spring Street stop: 500 feet Cabs and rideshares can let passengers out right near the building entrance. **Finding the building** In Google Maps, find 72 Spring street. It shows the correct location of the entrance: on Spring Street, halfway between Crosby and Lafayette. It’s also between the Glossier store and the Krewe Eyewear store. Inside and over the reception desk in our building 72 Spring st, it says “Marc Jacobs.” **Traveling to the event?** We recommend [Hotel on Rivington](https://www.hotelonrivington.com/) or [Crosby Street Hotel](https://www.firmdalehotels.com/hotels/crosby-street-hotel). **Accreditation** All A11yNYC meetups are pre-approved for IAAP Continuing Accessibility Education Credits (CAEC). **Sponsors** Thanks to [Aira](https://aira.io/), [AKQA](https://www.akqa.com/), [Deque](https://www.deque.com/), [Evinced](https://www.evinced.com/), [Equal Entry](https://equalentry.com/), and [Fable](https://makeitfable.com/) for sponsoring. Want to be a sponsor? Contact meryl@equalentry.com
Inside the Society of Illustrators: Norman Rockwell Painting to Archives
Fri, Aug 28, 7:00 PMTickets: $45.25 (advance registration required) Click the link below to register for this event: [https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1993933840793](https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/1993933840793) How did a New York City carriage house originally built for the personal secretary of legendary American financier J.P. Morgan eventually become a professional society dedicated to the art of illustration in America? And what legacy has it crafted since its inception in 1901? It's time to explore a historic five-story townhouse in the Upper East Side where famous illustrators like N.C. Wyeth, Rube Goldberg, and Norman Rockwell once roamed the halls. Join [New York Adventure Club](http://www.nyadventureclub.com) for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour through the Museum of Illustration at the Society of Illustrators, the oldest non-profit dedicated to promoting the art of illustration in America. Led by a Society of Illustrators member, our special experience through their historic townhouse will include: * **A brief history of the Society's historic townhouse**, which was originally a carriage house built in 1875 for William P. Read, a personal secretary for financier J.P. Morgan * The **origin story of the Society of Illustrators**, from its founding fathers to its rapid growth in the 20th century * View the **current exhibitions on display at the Museum of Illustration and take a rare trip inside the archives**, which contains original works from famed illustrators throughout the century, one of the most comprehensive collections of this genre in the world * **A look inside the Society's historic library**, with its famous tiled fireplace with art dating back to the 1940s The **tour will conclude in the Society’s Hall of Fame Gallery**, where attendees can stay and purchase drinks. Don’t forget to take a look at the stunning **Norman Rockwell painting, "Christmas Coach,"** just behind the bar! [Click here](http://www.nyadventureclub.com/gallery/26736499) to see pictures from one of our last visits to the Society of Illustrators! See you there! \*The Society of Illustrators does not have an elevator **Testimonials** "Great building and great artwork" -Marilyn "The interesting details and facts about the collection, seeing the 'behind the scenes' areas." -Emile "Fascinating history. We were lucky to have the Director to show us round who was so nice and passionate about the work they do at the Society, including some fantastic outreach projects." -Lindsay "The gentleman was an excellent speaker who shared a wealth of information about the Society, the artwork and the artists." -Barbara Disclaimer By attending a New York Adventure Club experience, you accept our [terms of service](https://about.nyadventureclub.com/terms). Categories: In-Person, Mansions & Private Clubs
High Line & Hudson Yards Singles Date Walk (20s, 30s, 40s)
Sat, Aug 22, 11:00 PM**\*TO ATTEND GET TICKETS AT -** **[https://www.eventbrite.com/e/high-line-date-walk-singles-stroll-tickets-856377517207](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/high-line-date-walk-singles-stroll-tickets-856377517207)** (Limited # of ladies save $5 by using discount code LADIES at checkout. Multiple groups are co-organizing. Space is limited and this event sells out every time.) Take in the beautiful views of both the High Line & Hudson Yards while meeting fun & friendly singles! Hudson Yards is the ultimate must-visit holiday destination in NYC, with over two million glittering lights throughout the neighborhood. Get some fresh air, a little exercise, and meet some new people… and maybe even that special someone! Plus, enjoy the unique architecture & cutting-edge art that is all a part of the High Line and Hudson Yards. These "Date Walks" are a very casual and non-awkward way to meet others. Our host will be there to make introductions and every 10 minutes or so, will also ask the men to switch with a woman they have not spoken to yet so everyone gets a chance to talk with everyone. We'll walk a 1.5-2 mile stretch of the High Line & Hudson Yards. We will then hang afterwards at a nearby fun venue for food and drinks. FAQs: **How many will attend?** We are limiting the # of attendees to 30 so that there is enough time to meet and spend time with everyone. And we do our best to keep the gender ratio as even as possible. **What are the ages?** We'll have a good mix of ages and everyone usually finds others in their age group. **What if rains?** We will email attendees a new date. **Can I come alone?** Yes, about 90% come on their own. **How much?** $15-$25 depending upon when you get ticket and spots left. To find 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**)
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