Interview Prep New York

Venture Garden for Entrepreneurs

A biweekly gathering in Jersey City where founders, creatives, and operators connect over tea to share ideas, solve problems, and turn conversations into real businesses.

*In Person* Practice and improve your public speaking skills!

New location! Meeting at Berkeley College, 3 E. 43 St. in room 402. They were nice enough to print signs last time so hopefully it will be very easy to for anyone entering the building. We are one of few Toastmasters clubs in NYC offering in-person meetings and we encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity for in-person communication and networking. Interested in improving your public speaking skills? Want to meet new people and engage in interesting discussions? Hoping to make new business and life connections? If so we welcome you to attend the next Greenspeakers meeting. Greenspeakers is a Toastmasters club that was founded by Green Party members to provide a forum for engaged progressive activists and professionals to improve their public speaking skills. Guests of all political persuasions are welcome and we have no official connection to any political party. All attendees will have a chance to practice public speaking and will learn helpful tricks to become a more confident public speaker and communicator. Hope to see you there! Please note that our meetings require active listening and it's expected all in attendance will be respectful to each speaker by giving them your attention and refrain from making noise during speaking roles. Any who are disruptive or do not follow the behavioral guidelines of Toastmasters may be asked not to return.

Paint In Central Park - A Bucket List Event

Get tickets at: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/878650696887](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/878650696887) You're invited to this fun, creative, social, and fun event! We will be painting in Central Park under the guidance of a master artist! Please bring something to sit on (towel is fine). IMPORTANT NOTE: CLICKING THE "RSVP AND PAY ORGANIZER DIRECTLY BUTTON" ON MEETUP DOES NOT GET YOU A TICKET/SPOT. YOU HAVE TO CLICK THE LINK TO THE EVENTBRITE PAGE AND PURCHASE A TICKET THERE. PRICE GOES UP AS EVENT TIME APPROACHES AND MAY SELL OUT SO GET YOUR TICKET ON EVENTBRITE ASAP. Included: a pre-sketched canvas, unlimited painting materials (brushes, acrylic paints etc.) and a take home bag. We do not give out smocks so please dress appropriately. Come on out, make new friends and paint a great canvas under the guidance of a master artist! Bring your own food and/or wine or whatever cocktails you'd like. This is a BYOB so bring your drinks & snacks - have yourself a picnic while getting instruction for painting! If you are bringing certain types of "drinks", please be discreet in Central Park 🙂 *DIRECTIONS TO FIND THE GROUP:* *We are located in a cul-de-sac at PINETUM EAST. We will be behind this row of benches (right under the trees). If you are coming from the east side you can find us by entering Central Park on East 84th street. Walk up the ramp, cross over the road and head west. If you are traveling from the west side we are east of the basketball courts. We will email you with more precise instructions after you sign up.* What to expect: • Step-by-step, group-oriented painting instruction, which is designed to simultaneously entertain and enlighten our members. • We'll have a professional artist guide you through a featured painting that is yours to keep and proudly display. And don’t worry — no experience is necessary. • 2 hour course lead that teaches you the art of mixing colors, blending and painting techniques. • All supplies provided - 12x16 pre-sketched canvas, unlimited acrylic paint (water based), brushes, and aprons. This is going to be a fun time!!!!!! FAQs: What if it rains? We will email attendees a rain date. How many are attending? Up to 20 people. Can I still attend If I don't know how to paint? Yes, there's no experience necessary. Can I come alone? Yes, about 80% come on their own. Is this age specific? No, all are welcome. THIS IS A MULTI-MEETUP GROUP EVENT. 15 OTHER GROUPS HAVE ALSO BEEN INVITED SO WE'LL BE SURE TO HAVE A GOOD SIZE TURNOUT. THE RSVP LIST ON MEETUP REFLECTS ONLY A SMALL PORTION OF ATTENDEES. ***\*\*\*\* SEE MORE UPCOMING NYC AREA EVENTS AT [WWW.FRIENDZYEVENTS.COM](http://www.friendzyevents.com) \*\*\*\**** Get tickets at: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/878650696887](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/878650696887)

Improve Your Public Speaking Skills — Columbia University Toastmasters

First Tuesdays - Emerging Entrepreneurs Meetup

We merged with [Beers and Data](https://meetu.ps/c/2xp6j/3pPcv/a)! Excited to bring the Entrepreneurial spirit into this large group of data nerds :) Welcome to the group and check out both postings for this event.

FREE: Spray & Pray is Dead Training

\*\*\*\* Make sure to register for FREE here: [catapultdreamjob.com/spray-and-pray](https://catapultdreamjob.com/sprayandpray?el=meetup) \*\*\*\* Feeling like your applications are disappearing into a black hole? Spending hours sending out resumes, updating your LinkedIn, applying to everything you can find… only to hear absolutely nothing back? You're definitely not alone — and it's not because you lack talent. Most professionals are simply looking in the wrong places — and using an approach that the market has already moved past. In a market moving at the speed of AI — where employers are flooded with hundreds of applications and senior roles are quietly being filled in places most people aren't even looking — knowing where and how to search is now the most important career skill you can have. If you're still spraying your resume everywhere and praying something sticks, you're not just wasting time. You're missing the opportunities that are actually out there. It's time to flip the script. Join us for this free, results-oriented training where you'll learn how to: ✔ Discover where senior tech, product, and UX roles are actually being filled in 2026 ✔ Build a personalized target company roadmap so you stop searching blind ✔ Understand why technical mastery alone isn't enough — and what's truly setting candidates apart right now ✔ Show up as the obvious choice before you've even hit submit on an application ✔ Identify which of the 4 career professional types you are — and what it's costing you ✔ Walk away with a real strategy for 2026 — not generic advice that doesn't apply to your market This isn't theory — it's your tactical jumpstart. You'll leave knowing exactly where to look, how to position yourself, and what to do next — whether you're between roles, quietly evaluating your options, or simply done letting the market decide your future for you. \*\*\*\* Make sure to register for FREE here: [catapultdreamjob.com/sprayandpray](https://catapultdreamjob.com/sprayandpray?el=meetup) \*\*\*\* SPEAKER: Jocelyn Miller Jocelyn Miller helps driven professionals and leaders to create their dream careers. She uses her background as a leader at Amazon and Google along with her empathetic, no-nonsense approach to help her clients make substantial increases in compensation, increase their impact as leaders, and ultimately do this with work-life balance. Whether you see her climbing up Mount Rainier or landing Cessnas on the beach, Jocelyn is always pushing the limits to get amazing results for herself and her clients. Ms. Miller holds a degree in Computer Science and Cognitive Science from Dartmouth College. She hosts workshops with Product School and CTO School, speaks at women in technology events, runs a Women's Success Strategies group, and partners with Cornell Tech advising technology and business students. She holds 6 patents for her innovation work in the areas of search, personalization and commerce.

Pre-WTD Happy Hour

Hi Documentarians! ​​​Calling everyone working on technical writing in NYC - Come join us for the pre-WTD Happy Hour! Food and drinks included! ​While talking to some fellow writers, we found that many can't make it to WTD Portland this year due to work or family reasons. So we decided to host a pre-WTD happy hour so that both people who are going to the conference and those who are not can get together with the community. ​​​Hope to see you there! ​​​Feel free to forward this invite to other docs friends! Hosted by [Promptless](https://promptless.ai/?utm_source=luma) Promptless is the AI agent that helps technical writers stay informed, move faster, and have more impact. Book a demo at [promptless.ai](http://promptless.ai)

Advanced Public Speakers (APS) Regular Meeting

Topic: APS Toastmasters Meeting Time: 06:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) - If you have a role, we ask that you please try to join at least 5 minutes early. Rooms open 15 minutes early. Join In-Person (must sign up and communicate in person 24 hrs in advance for security purposes!) S&P Global 55 Water Street NY, NY 10041 Or Join Zoom Meeting [https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89629720711?pwd=T3VYOXdzSFJJRnh4L2hiVTRwYWN4UT09](https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89629720711?pwd=T3VYOXdzSFJJRnh4L2hiVTRwYWN4UT09) Meeting ID: 896 2972 0711 Passcode: 987272

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Friday Improv Jam 6:30pm / Community Show 7:30pm ($10)

Ready for a night of hilarious, unscripted discovery? **Improv NOW!** presents its flagship **Improv Jam**—a dedicated space to play, take risks, and sharpen your comedic instincts. Whether you’re a seasoned performer or a curious newcomer, everyone is welcome to participate or simply watch the magic unfold. **Program** * **The First Hour \| Scenework:** We dive into grounded scenes inspired by audience suggestions. With sets ranging from 2-person beats to larger group dynamics, this is the **perfect environment to practice your scenework** and explore character relationships. * **The Second Hour \| Community Show:** We shift gears into longer improvised sets where the groups of individuals work together. This is a great chance to collaborate with others and work on different characters that can weave together into a cohesive story. **Details** * **Time:** 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM * **Cost:** **$10** * **Payment:** Save time by pre-arranging electronic payment (Venmo, Zelle, PayPal, CashApp) with the host before the event, or pay on-site when you arrive. * **Your Role:** You choose the vibe. Let the host know if you’re **participating** or **watching**. Feel free to switch roles throughout the night! **Jam Etiquette** We play to the height of our intelligence in a supportive, welcoming environment: * **Positive Vibes Only:** We prioritize respect and kindness for every player. * **"Yes, And...":** The golden rule. Build on every idea and support your partner. * **Make Strong Choices:** Bring the *Who, Where, and What* to life with detail and conviction. * **Content Guidelines:** Play bold, but stay mindful of offensive topics and sensitivities. * **Be Brave:** This is a safe space to take risks and have fun! **Questions?** Reach us at [nycimprovnow@gmail.com](http://nycimprovnow@gmail.com%2A%2A/) *Note: Photos may be taken for promotional purposes.*

Meet & Greet - Blood Donation Meetup

Bill, Oriane, and Kilaya will be donating. Hosts: Yen & Bill. Give blood - "One pint of blood can save 3 lives. Bring a friend & save 6 lives." [Pay It Forward](https://youtu.be/MqUfHAOdn30) [https://youtu.be/MqUfHAOdn30](https://youtu.be/MqUfHAOdn30) * 62% of the U.S. is eligible to donate blood. The #1 reason people don't donate is they were never asked. * Did you know that platelets support blood clotting and give those with leukemia and other cancers a chance to live? * Did you know that blood loss victims of car accidents may need transfusions of 50 pints or more of red blood cells? * More than 25% of the blood supply is used by cancer patients. "Red Cross declares first-ever national blood crisis." https://youtu.be/ZUmbgpmNixg #GIVEWITHME [https://www.cbsnews.com/news/red-cross-blood-crises-united-states-covid-19/](https://www.cbsnews.com/news/red-cross-blood-crises-united-states-covid-19/) Make your reservation here: [https://donate.nybc.org/donor/auth/signin](https://donate.nybc.org/donor/auth/signin) We'll be donating at the Grand Central Donor Center Chanin Building 115 East 41st Street NEW YORK, NY 10017 +18009332566 (this is NOT to be confused with the Metro North Donor Center) Information for first-time donors, including eligibility criteria: [https://www.nybc.org/donate-blood/](https://www.nybc.org/donate-blood/) "The need for blood is ongoing, but COVID-19 has destroyed the foundation on which the community donates blood to patients served by New York Blood Center. Every week, more than 75,000 blood donations and 1,700 donated platelet units are needed to meet patient need. To ensure we are prepared to support health agencies in our communities and across the country, NYBCe strongly urges individuals who feel healthy and well to make an appointment at a donor center or find a new community blood drive. DONORS PRESENTING: " Regardless of vaccination status, ALL donors MUST wear a mask that covers their mouth and nose Must be 14 days symptom free if recovered from COVID-19 May NOT donate if they have a positive diagnostic test or experienced symptoms of COVID-19 in the last 14 days May not donate if they have been told to self-quarantine due to exposure risk, including travel. We follow current State and CDC travel recommendations. CDC - Travel (cdc.gov) COVID\-19 Travel Advisory \| Department of Health \(ny\.gov\) If you are unsure whether to donate, or if you have donated recently and you develop symptoms of COVID-19 or you test positive for COVID-19, please contact us at 800.688.0900." https://nybc.org/donate-blood/covid-19-and-blood-donation-copy/ #SAVEALIFE #GIVEWITHME #DONATEBLOOD #NYBLOODCENTER #REDCROSS #VOLUNTEER #BLOODSHORTAGE

SOCIAL: Improve Your English & Make New Friends! (3:00 PM)

**AN IN-PERSON EVENT FOR PEOPLE** **LIVING IN GREATER NEW YORK CITY** Let's improve your English! On Saturday at 3:00 PM, we'll sit together, practice English, have fun, and make new friends. *Join us!* Space is limited; sign up today. Together we will discuss interesting topics in English while we socialize, laugh, and learn in an easy, effortless way. The atmosphere is relaxed. No pressure, just practice! We meet inside a cafe in downtown Manhattan (a few blocks south of Wall Street) for about ninety minutes. Friends are welcome! **For this class, we ask for a $5 fee, payable on the day of the event.** You can pay in cash, or you can pay in advance using these links: **VENMO:** https://venmo.com/Tom-Penketh **PAYPAL:** https://www.paypal.me/tompenketh **MEETING LOCATION** **3:00 PM** **LE PAIN QUOTIDIEN** **85 Broad Street, New York, NY** **(Between William St. & Stone St. in the Financial District)** **https://www.yelp.com/biz/le-pain-quotidien-new-york-153** Nearest subway stops: R, W trains to Whitehall Street 4, 5 trains to Bowling Green 1 train to South Ferry SUBWAY MAP: https://new.mta.info/map/5256 \-\- Meet inside near the Broad Street entrance\. We usually sit at the long wooden table\. \-\- The cafe is across the street from the historical Fraunces Tavern\. \-\- Look for Tom: He will be wearing a light blue baseball hat\. \-\- Please be punctual\. If you will be late\, please leave a comment below\. Please join us! We look forward to meeting you. **ABOUT THE HOST** Tom is a native New Yorker: He grew up in Brooklyn. He has lived and traveled in Europe and Asia, and understands what it is like to learn a new language. Tom earned a degree in English from Pace University. For more than 20 years, he has worked as a writer and editor for national magazines and websites. Tom taught English speaking, writing, and pronunciation at NYC's well-known International Center for over six years. He owns a company that provides personalized adult ESL classes. You can contact Tom (the group organizer) at: **WEBSITE:** https://www.tomstutoringnyc.com **EMAIL:** tom@tomstutoringnyc.com