Culture Groups New York

Free China Institute of America Visit! | NYC CONNECTS 🗽

Hi Everyone, Our last museum was cool as heck! 🤩🙆🏾 Let's talk about the next one. 🖊️ 📓 We're going to another new place for us! It's called the China Institute of America! It's a bi-national non-profit cultural institution dedicated to the Chinese Arts, including exhibitions, theater, dance, music and more! 🎨 🎭 🎵 This museum is free on Thursdays! All you have to do is show up. Hope to see you there! 👋🏾

SATURDAY🦜☕Language Exchange Cafe Social

**🎟️**$5 before event date \| $10 day of\.**🦜Pay @** [linktr.ee/NYC.Connects.Social](https://linktr.ee/NYC.Connects.Social) **Follow** + **LIKE** any post 📺\*\*[instagram.com/lexgo.nyc](https://www.instagram.com/lexgo.nyc)📺\*\* 🗓️☕🥐 Cafe & in person language exchange NYC event! 🌍All languages, all levels. This is a travel, language and culture social for people to make friends in NYC. Learning English? Great! Come meet and make AMERICAN NYC NATIVE FRIENDS. 🦜Different tables, different languages. Everyone spends 50% time HELPING someone learn & practice their own native language🦜 🇺🇸ESL English as a second language🇺🇸 🇪🇸Spanish Language Exchange NYC🇪🇸 🇧🇷Portuguese Language Exchange NYC🇧🇷 🇮🇹Italian Language Exchange NYC🇮🇹 🇫🇷French Language Exchange NYC🇫🇷 🇨🇳Chinese Language Exchange NYC🇨🇳 🇯🇵Japanese Language Exchange NYC🇯🇵 🇰🇷Korean Language Exchange NYC🇰🇷 🇩🇪German Language Exchange NYC🇩🇪 🇷🇺Russian Language Exchange NYC🇷🇺 🇮🇱Hebrew Language Exchange NYC🇮🇱 🇮🇳Hindi Language Exchange NYC🇮🇳

🦜🌇Rooftop Language Exchange NYC Sunday

**Tables INDOORS after elevators**💸$5 before day of event, $10 day of event. **Pay here**👉\*\*[linktr.ee/NYC.Connects.Social](https://linktr.ee/NYC.Connects.Social)\*\*👈 🦜🗽A rooftop Language Exchange Event in NYC! Different tables, different languages. All levels, even absolute beginners welcome.🗓️More events [linktr.ee/NYC.Connects.Social](https://linktr.ee/NYC.Connects.Social)☕🥐🌍Meet, make new friends and practice languages in-person in NYC over drinks. Learning English? Great! Come join us! All languages, all levels **✍️How it works - Arrive, check in, buy a drink then go to a language table with a flag on it!** 🛑NOT a dating singles meetup. Anyone making other uncomfortable will be removed from event🛑 🇺🇸ESL English as a second language🇺🇸 🇪🇸Spanish Language Exchange NYC🇪🇸 🇧🇷Portuguese Language Exchange NYC🇧🇷 🇮🇹Italian Language Exchange NYC🇮🇹 🇫🇷French Language Exchange NYC🇫🇷 🇨🇳Chinese Language Exchange NYC🇨🇳 🇯🇵Japanese Language Exchange NYC🇯🇵 🇰🇷Korean Language Exchange NYC🇰🇷 🇩🇪German Language Exchange NYC🇩🇪 🇷🇺Russian Language Exchange NYC🇷🇺 🇮🇱Hebrew Language Exchange NYC🇮🇱 🇮🇳Hindi Language Exchange NYC🇮🇳

Manhattan Stammtisch

Halleluya Festival

**Halleluya in NYC** [Festival's Website](https://www.halleluyanyc.org) The world-renowned *Halleluya Festival* is coming home again— the Block Party is taking place in Williamsburg, Brooklyn! Hosted by the *Shalom Catholic Community, this will be the festival’s second* edition in the Big Apple, and we couldn't be more excited! ## What is Halleluya? A celebration of art, joy, innovation, solidarity, and faith, the Halleluya Festival is affectionately known as **“The Party That Never Ends.”** As the largest Catholic festival of integrated arts in the world, Halleluya is a **free-admission event** that brings together music, dance, painting, and prayer to lead people into a profound encounter with Jesus Christ and a joy that never fades. Originating in *Fortaleza, Brazil, the festival gathers over* one million people each year and has lit up cities like *Panama City, Lisbon, Kraków, and Paris. With performances from international artists like* Matt Maher, Missionário Shalom, Fr. Rob Galea, Alfareros, and Banda Reale, Halleluya is a powerful blend of culture, talent, and faith. Halleluya in New York will have most delicious Napoli pizza in town and super tasty gelato. This event is free of charge and the fun is high level! Feel free to reach out to us at: shalomnewyork@comshalom.org if you have any questions.

SpeakIt Language Exchange: Meet friends, practice, and share a language!

SpeakIt is a group where the goal is to **practice and learn languages** naturally: By talking and meeting new people! 🥳 this, of course, includes English learners 😍. [Traducción](https://www-meetup-com.translate.goog/speakit-nyc/events/299532447/?_x_tr_sl=en&_x_tr_tl=es&_x_tr_hl=en&_x_tr_pto=wapp&_x_tr_hist=true) We hope to have all the cultures that New York City represents, so we welcome **any language and all language levels**. Here's how it works: 1. 👨‍🎓You spend part of your time practicing a language you are learning; 2. 🧑🏻‍🏫You spend the other part of your time speaking in your native language, helping others! *(even if you only speak one language, that's fine)* When you arrive at the venue, we will have flag stickers 🇺🇳 representing any country of your choosing. Put your most fluent language on top and any language(s) you are learning or already know below. Then find someone else wearing a flag and say hi in your preferred language 👋🏼. **FAQ's** * 💰**Event is $2 (suggested, cash or Venmo)** to help cover the cost for the flags and the meetup subscription. * 🍻Please support the venue that hosts us by ordering something from the bar. 😎 * ***Will there be speakers of (my language) here?*** That depends! We don't organize who comes to the event, so we can't be 100% sure your language will be there. You may want to invite a practice buddy, or message us in advance and we can try to find you one. Otherwise come say Hi and find out! * **Can I show up late?** Show up any time during the event. * Coming alone? Welcome! Just bring a friendly face and some words. * Or feel free to bring along some friends, too. **When and Where:** * [Heart of Gold Bar](https://goo.gl/maps/csmu6MycKxirFvYv9), Astoria * Get off at Broadway on the N/W train or Steinway M/R. * Look for the flag table out back and say hi!

Ronda New York — 9 people. 1 table. Real connections.

**New York Drinks — Limited Spots** Only register here — Meetup RSVP does NOT confirm your spot [https://ronda-club.com/events/ciT6aG0WyHFg7I3EZuOO](https://ronda-club.com/events/ciT6aG0WyHFg7I3EZuOO) Date: June 1, 2026 at 9:00 PM Location: 230 Fifth Rooftop, New York Limited spots. Small group. Real conversations. After our previous gatherings in Central Park, we’re hosting a new evening — this time on a rooftop. 9 people, one table, a few drinks — and conversations that don’t feel forced. No large crowds, no awkward dynamics — just a small group where everyone actually talks. We keep groups intentionally small so people connect, not just show up. A small participation fee (2 USD) ensures commitment and avoids no-shows. Closed group. Confirmed participants only. Important: This is a prepaid event. Only registered and confirmed guests can attend. If you haven’t completed your registration on Ronda, please do not come — the venue will not be able to accommodate you. We’ve hosted in New York, Los Angeles, Berlin, Seoul, New Delhi — and continue building small, curated gatherings around the world. Apps don’t create connection. Small groups do. Best regards, Ronda Club

Body & Soul: Yoga

Body & Soul: Capoeira y Maculele

Pirka! 🎸 Ancient Ainu Strings with Modern Melodies! 🎶

On Thursday, June 4th, let’s go to the Oki Dub Aniu Band at Japan Society! 🎸🎶 The performance will be from 7:30 to 9:30pm. Tickets are $43. They can be bought using the link below: https://japansociety.org/events/oki-dub-ainu-band/ Please get your ticket in advance as they may sell out. (Fouad’s seat is M9, but feel free to get your seat anywhere and we’ll connect before and after the show!) Google maps links below Japan Society 333 East 47th Street (between 1st and 2nd Avenue) https://maps.app.goo.gl/1hKDNxmTG7fGpKpW7 Of course, please reach out if you have any questions! 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!

13th Annual Conversation Day in Bryant Park—Hosts: Margarita, Vin, Leon, ¥

[Join the conversation:](https://www.instagram.com/p/DYLvoMCCQiK/) https://www.instagram.com/p/DYLvoMCCQiK/ (6 min.) https://photos.app.goo.gl/DxPyujK96qFauebW2 https://www.instagram.com/conversationsnewyork/ Bryant Park LiveCam: https://youtu.be/JPxiYF2fSC8 **Conversations New York** **Presents** **"Conversation Day"** Conversation Day in Bryant Park is hailed as “one of the most enjoyable events in the City” by the dean of American travel writers, Arthur Frommer, and featured on major metropolitan radio and TV. **Imagine…** Hundreds of New Yorkers coming together in small groups of neighbors and fellow citizens to discuss topics of intensive interest… Hosted at no cost and at convenient locations and times… Aided by simple guiding principles… Inspired by the city’s grand tradition of robust conversation… **Our vision** is to inspire, organize, publicize, facilitate and celebrate a renaissance of healthy dialogue in New York City." **Conversations New York** **Presents** **"Conversation Day"** Conversation Day in Bryant Park is hailed as “one of the most enjoyable events in the City” by the dean of American travel writers, Arthur Frommer, and featured on major metropolitan radio and TV. Join us on: **Saturday, June 13th, from 3-5 pm** **[Bryant Park Fountain Terrace](https://youtu.be/g4CmWNxgsic)** https://youtu.be/g4CmWNxgsic Note: After 12:00 PM on July 13th, please check the event status at ConversationsNewYork.com for any updates, including possible rain cancellation. RSVP to attend: * Enter from 6th Avenue and West 41st Street * Check-in at the yellow Welcome Table by the Fountain for your name badge * If you need assistance, call Event# 646-727-0911 (please ring, do not leave a voicemail or text) RSVP now to be a part of this annual event! LAST YEAR: **Host: [Jeff](https://www.meetup.com/members/218959439/), [“The Future of Leadership”](https://www.meetup.com/conversations-new-york/events/309203790/), [Conversations New York](https://www.meetup.com/conversations-new-york/)** **Host: [Laurence](https://www.meetup.com/members/8237532/),** "Is America Losing its Edge?" **[Center for Inquiry NYC](https://www.meetup.com/cfinyc/)** **Host: [Max](https://www.meetup.com/conversations-new-york/members/234459290/), [The Lyceum](https://www.meetup.com/lyceum/)** **Host: [Margarita](https://www.meetup.com/mbtixmeetup/members/13750232/), [Michael](https://www.meetup.com/mbtixmeetup/members/93002242/), "Introduction to MBTI" [MBTI NYC](https://www.meetup.com/mbtixmeetup/)** **Host: Li**, "What did your parents never teach you that you had to figure out on your own?" [MBTI NYC](https://www.meetup.com/mbtixmeetup/events/301546686/) **Host: [Bill](https://www.meetup.com/members/2341848/), What happened to the political center?, [Climate Science Dinner](https://tinyurl.com/NYCClimateDinner)** **[Host: ](https://www.meetup.com/new-york-philosophy/events/293893641/)[Cole](https://www.meetup.com/members/419659338/)[, ](https://www.meetup.com/new-york-philosophy/events/293893641/)[Ren](https://www.meetup.com/members/405997364/)[, ](https://www.meetup.com/new-york-philosophy/events/293893641/)[Jawaun](https://www.meetup.com/members/263645959/)[,](https://www.meetup.com/new-york-philosophy/events/293893641/) [Elle, ](https://www.meetup.com/members/457415748)[Edith](https://www.meetup.com/members/426799227/)[, David,](https://www.meetup.com/new-york-philosophy/events/293893641/) [NY Philosophy](https://www.meetup.com/new-york-philosophy/), [NY Philosophy Club](https://www.meetup.com/new-york-philosophy-club/)** **Host:** **Mike, "What are the possible & preferred outcomes of Artificial Superintelligence?"** [Conversations New York](https://www.meetup.com/conversations-new-york/) **Host: [Yen](https://www.meetup.com/members/5834204/), [Manhattan Lectures & Conversations](https://www.meetup.com/manhattan-lectures-conversations/)** *** Conversation Day is celebrated worldwide annually on the second Saturday in June by social/cultural activists in over 20 cities including London, Paris, Lagos, Beijing, Tokyo, Bangalore, Kuala Lumpur, and Riyadh. Conversations New York (CNY), the foremost program of free public conversations. www.ConversationsNewYork.com Ronald Gross, Founder and Director of Conversations New York, grossassoc@AOL.com Discuss one of the exciting topics with other lively-minded New Yorkers, sharing your thoughts, experiences, and ideas. Conversations will start each hour on the hour. Topics will include: ● Happiness, Peace, Friendship, Love, ● Truth, Wisdom, Language ● Overcoming Our Political Divides, ● Coping and Thriving in NYC, ● What’s Really Funny? ● How does Technology Impact us ● What has the left done wrong when trying to solve climate change? ● AI generated philosophical questions and many others! Share your photos on our [Facebook page](https://www.facebook.com/events/) and [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/conversationsnewyork/) #ConversationDay #ConversationsNewYork NYC OUTDOOR EVENT 3 PM - 5 PM followed by the afterparty at 5:30 PM at the Vanderbilt Market Eateries hosted by Margarita and Michael.

Summer of Poetry Chapter 1: Reading a Poem

Dear members, Join NYC Women in STEM for a Summer of Poetry: a series of events centered on reading and discussing poetry. If you've familiar to the format of these events, please scroll to the bottom for this week's reading. *Why poetry?* Rebecca Elson, James Clerk Maxwell and Ada Lovelace all explored what it means to be a scientist and human being through poetry. Immunologist Miroslav Holub argued that science and poetry enjoy an "uneasy relationship"; he wrote poems despite observing that, "Scientists tend to be suspicious of poets; they feel that poets are, somehow, irresponsible." That makes me wonder how many women in STEM out there hide their poetry underneath their keyboards, multimeters or microscopes. I hope that these events will help us open our minds to a different way of knowing. If you've always wanted to read more poetry but you didn't know where to start, or you couldn't summon the motivation, this is the place for you. *What's on our reading list?* Every two weeks we read and discuss 3-5 poems, a selection from both canonical and contemporary works. We will closely follow "[An introduction to Poetry](https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/320848.An_Introduction_to_Poetry)" by X. J. Kennedy and Dana Gioia, a classic undergraduate textbook. We don't require participants to own a copy of the textbook, but if you are new to poetry and would like to dig a little deeper, we recommend you to get a copy and follow along chapter by chapter. Used copies can be found online at reasonable prices ( see e.g. https://www.abebooks.com/ or https://www.thriftbooks.com/ ); I got a twelfth edition copy for $5. *Where and when?* We meet biweekly in Central Park until we run out of summer. If it rains heavily, we might have to postpone the event, so please enable emails from this group and keep an eye out for updates. *Who may join?* Our group is open to all women, regardless of their professional background or knowledge of poetry. *Anything else?* We will reserve the last half hour of our meeting for participants to read and promote their own work; bring a poem you've written recently or in a past life and read it to us! Optional: after we have nourished our minds, we may go to a restaurant/pub to nourish our bodies too. These events are completely free of charge, but we do accept cash/Zelle/Venmo donations; your contribution helps us pay for the meetup and website fees. Any extra funds will be fed back into the group (e.g. snacks & drinks, networking events, and promoting the community). **This Week's Reading** * [Piano](https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/44580/piano), by D. H. Lawrence * [Aunt Jennifer's Tigers](https://allpoetry.com/Aunt-Jennifer's-Tigers), by Adrienne Rich * [Out, Out---](https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/53087/out-out), by Robert Frost * [Ask Me](https://allpoetry.com/Ask-Me), by William Stafford Optional: Chapter I: Reading a Poem, "An Introduction to Poetry", by X. J. Kennedy & Dana Gioia Please read the poems in preparation for the event. Best, Your NYC Women in STEM organizers