Bridge Clubs New York

The Touch Grass Book Club Meet-Up: Mary Oliver's Upstream

Bring your journal and your sense of wonder (and maybe a pair of binoculars) to the first Touch Grass Book Club meet-up! In this session, we'll be exploring Mary Oliver's iconic essay collection Upstream and then venturing out to do some nature observation and writing of our own. From there, we'll reconvene to discuss what we experienced and learned. Light snacks will be provided! (And if you need help getting a copy of the book, hit me up, and I'll do my best to hook you up.)

Tuesday Cavendish Bridge & Backgammon Club

Join us for a Chouette or Match Night of Backgammon. 3 - 4 Player chouette game. Opening at 7:00pm & Chouette play start at 7:30pm. **RSVP** to be included in a 2 hour Chouette or 7 Point Matches. 1st & 2nd Place Prizes The Chouette's Last Game is 9:30pm - so it is a timed event On Tuesdays at Backgammon New York City BGNYC we are back to serving light snacks, wine, beer, tea, and coffee. Backgammon Sign-in & Boards on the 12th floor. We will close around 11:00 pm. Please bring your board if you have one (if you don't, we have a limited amount on hand). We also have a sister website https://www.meetup.com/manhattan-games-center/. We look forward to seeing you. Send Email to BGNYCusa@gmail.com for Any Questions. John B

October 2026 Book Club: Remarkably Bright Creatures

Club Meeting @ 80 River

All are welcome to join us at our club meeting/happy hour, this time at 80 River. Come to the meeting to meet our trip leaders, ask questions and hear about what we’re planning for the Winter!

Queer Book Club - The Safekeep by Yael van der Wouden

Hey Everyone! **Welcome to Queer Book Club! We read books about, for and written by queer people! Follow us on Instagram @queer_book_club Our next meetup will be held on Tuesday October 13th at Young Ethel’s in Park Slope BK This month we will be reading The Safekeep by Yael van der Wouden ** An exhilarating, twisted tale of desire, suspicion, and obsession between two women staying in the same house in the Dutch countryside during the summer of 1961—a powerful exploration of the legacy of WWII and the darker parts of our collective past. A house is a precious thing... It is 1961 and the rural Dutch province of Overijssel is quiet. Bomb craters have been filled, buildings reconstructed, and the war is truly over. Living alone in her late mother’s country home, Isabel knows her life is as it should be—led by routine and discipline. But all is upended when her brother Louis brings his graceless new girlfriend Eva, leaving her at Isabel’s doorstep as a guest, to stay for the season. Eva is Isabel’s antithesis: she sleeps late, walks loudly through the house, and touches things she shouldn’t. In response, Isabel develops a fury-fueled obsession, and when things start disappearing around the house—a spoon, a knife, a bowl—Isabel’s suspicions begin to spiral. In the sweltering peak of summer, Isabel’s paranoia gives way to infatuation—leading to a discovery that unravels all Isabel has ever known. The war might not be well and truly over after all, and neither Eva—nor the house in which they live—are what they seem. Mysterious, sophisticated, sensual, and infused with intrigue, atmosphere, and sex, The Safekeep is a brilliantly plotted and provocative debut novel you won’t soon forget. **At the end of the discussion we can vote on which book we read for next month so bring a queer suggestion. Make sure to support our amazing host bar, by buying drinks! They are so great to support us so we must do our part in return! We are a lovely accepting group of queers and allies, and all are welcome! Our book list is officially too long for meetup and will now live on this google doc! 


[Queer Book Club - Booklist ](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-fm0thuCZrdC6FvW81I6eqO8X_uXLMuT48sxtjN8_ck/edit) 


See you next month!

Dinner Club Social: Make New Friends

⚠️ **IMPORTANT: You must sign up and buy a ticket here to attend:** [https://groupvibe.com/](https://groupvibe.com/) **Join the New York Dinner Club and make new friends!** Each meetup brings together 4–6 people for casual conversations over dinner. We use the Groupvibe platform to facilitate the meetup and ensure everyone’s a good fit. 👉 **To attend, you’ll need to complete registration via this link:** [https://groupvibe.com/](https://groupvibe.com/) We’ll share the exact location of the upcoming meetup the night before only if you have bought a ticket or membership plan. **Why this works:** \* Smaller groups make real conversations easier. \* Discover new restaurants in your city, together. \* Curated dinner venues with good food and vibe. \* If you hit it off with your group, there’s plenty of time to hang out afterwards. **Note:** RSVPs on Meetup don’t reflect total attendance. Many attendees register directly via our website. The event on [Meetup.com](http://meetup.com/) is only a placeholder. This meetup is organized by Groupvibe, a small team passionate about helping people form meaningful friendships offline.

Linden Silent Book Club: October 24th Book Swap & Reading Meetup

📚 Linden Silent Book Club: October Book Swap & Reading Meetup Join us for a relaxing Saturday of reading, community and bookish conversation! On July 11th, we're adding a book swap to our regular Silent Book Club meetup. Bring a gently used book you'd like to pass along and browse books brought by fellow readers. You might leave with your next great read! Date: Saturday, October 24 Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Location: Romance Cafe, 943 Elizabeth Avenue, Elizabeth, NJ 07201 Schedule: 11:00 – 11:30 AM 📖 Arrive, settle in, browse the book swap, and chat with fellow readers 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM 🤫 Silent reading hour 12:30 – 1:00 PM 💬 Optional discussion about what you're reading, book recommendations and final book swap exchanges Book Swap Guidelines: ✨️Bring up to 2–3 gently used books you'd be happy to pass on. ✨️Take a book if something catches your eye. ✨️ After everyone who has brought a book, takes a book, everyone can browse/take. ✨️ Leave a few, take a few. You are not bound by a 1 to 1 trade. ✨️Participation in the book swap is completely optional. ✨️ Any leftover books will be donated to a nearby little free library. Whether you're halfway through a physical novel, listening to an audiobook, reading manga or diving into nonfiction, all readers are welcome. Come as you are and enjoy a calm morning of books and community. 📚 All readers welcome • No assigned reading • Free to attend

NYC Ages 21-40s Board Game Event

1. A $2 donation is appreciated to cover the Meetup fees and purchase of new games for the group. 2. Space is limited, but please feel free to come regardless of waitlist status. Tuesday Night 6PM-10PM upstairs at the Downtown Galway Hooker (galwayhookerbar.com) Pub (133 7th Ave South between Charles St. & 10th Street, West Village, NY) The Jameson Room. Happy Hour is extended for our group: $8 all drafts, $9 well drinks, and house wine. We encourage you to come as close to 6pm as you can, but showing up anytime between 6 and 8 PM is absolutely fine! We will bring a few different games each time but if you have a game you want to bring, please do! Feel free to bring friends. Please have $2 cash when you arrive - this helps cover the cost of the meetup.com fees and to buy new games. There will be a collection box near the stairs. The games we play can be found in the following link, but is not limited to it. Some of the attendees including myself bring games from our personal collections. [Board Games List](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1UjLZfOQQ8Ngz-gwByJh5NC7nARtx1Pzwrnkr3BbY07s/edit?usp=sharing) No outside alcohol is allowed at this event. Please purchase from the bar. Space is limited, but don’t let the wait list status keep you from attending. Please feel free to come down and we guarantee you will have fun.

High Line & Hudson Yards Spring Walk (50 & Over Social Stroll)

**\*To Attend Get Tickets At:** [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/high-line-hudson-yards-walk-50-over-tickets-1976205130744](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/high-line-hudson-yards-walk-50-over-tickets-1976205130744) (\*Limited # save $5 by using discount code "5" at checkout. Multiple groups are co-organizing so don't go by the RSVP's Based on previous walks, we'll have around 20.) Kick off your Sunday on an invigorating, scenic, and a healthy outdoor walk at NYC's most beautiful locations. Join others in your own age group at our stroll through the High Line & Hudson Yards landscape. It is the perfect location for our popular 50 & Over Social Walk. Get some fresh air, some exercise, and meet some new people in your age range. Plus, enjoy the views, unique architecture & cutting-edge art that is all a part of the High Line and Hudson Yards. Our social walks are an extremely popular way to meet others. This event very casual and non-awkward + our host will help to make introductions. During the walk, you will randomly be paired with others in the beginning then rotate at designated times so that you get to meet everyone participating. Afterwards, you're welcome to hang out and exchange contact info with others. FAQs: **Where to meet?** Exact meeting location with host contact info will be sent to all paid attendees day of the event. **How many will attend?** We will have enough attendees so everyone has enough time to meet and get to know all attending. **What if rains?** We will email attendees a new date. **Can I come alone?** Yes, about 90% come on their own. **Ages?** 50s & Over. Gender balance is not guaranteed but we usually get a good mix. **How much?** $15-$25 depending upon when you get ticket and spots left. For 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)**

Open Bar Member's Mixer with Miramar Ski Club

It's finally getting chilly, and Miramar is hosting a fall party! Come celebrate the start of fall with us and get excited about the ski season—our first bus trips are coming up quickly! We'll be on the 1st floor of the KGB Bar, located on East 4th Street, between Bowery and 2nd Avenue. Registration not required, but helps us account for numbers! An RSVP on Meetup will NOT reserve your place with Miramar Ski Club. You need to actually RSVP at: [Open Bar Member's Mixer](https://miramar.org/calendar/#!event/2026/10/17/miramar-fall-party-happy-hour-8212-160-oct-17) There you will find all the information and a "Register Now" link. Guests are more than welcome to join us. Get acquainted with the members and other guests of this fun-loving group. We are happy to answer any questions or queries about Miramar Ski Club. Please Note: The RSVPs on [meetup.com](http://meetup.com/) do not reflect the actual head-count attendance at Miramar events. **7–9 PM:** Beer/Wine Open Bar **9–11 PM:** Cash Bar For Questions and Information, Reach out to Chris Wright. chriswright7777@gmail.com

Let’s go back to Solid State

Speed Dating NYC (7 PM: Ages 30s & 40s); (845 PM: Jewish singles ages 30s & 40s)

**This is a PREPAY ONLY EVENT. Ignore any references that says that you can pay at the door. Rsvps on here do not reflect actual attendance as this is a multi group event.** **7 PM: ages 30s & 40s - Prepay required at** [https://www.weekenddating.com/event-details.aspx?id=13731#tix](https://www.weekenddating.com/event-details.aspx?id=13731#tix) **845 PM: JEWISH Singles ages 30s & 40s-** Prepay required at [https://www.jewishdatingnyc.com/event-details.aspx?id=13733#tix](https://www.jewishdatingnyc.com/event-details.aspx?id=13733#tix) Two item minimum purchase at this venue: food or drink) SPACE IS EXTREMELY LIMITED DETAILS Up to 10 dates in one night! Proof of age required. 85+ engagements ,a few kids and a lot of other happy couples! Men and women sit together for about 5 minutes, and then the guys rotate over partners. After the event you let us know who you are interested in and the results (both mutual matches and one way matches) are provided the next day. \*If you feel sick please don’t come; \*When greeting others please do not shake hands; \*Please wash your hands before arriving; **This is a PREPAY ONLY EVENT. Ignore any references that says that you can pay at the door. Rsvps on here do not reflect actual attendance as this is a multi group event.** **7 PM: ages 30s & 40s - Prepay required at** [https://www.weekenddating.com/event-details.aspx?id=13731#tix](https://www.weekenddating.com/event-details.aspx?id=13731#tix) **845 PM: JEWISH Singles ages 30s & 40s-** Prepay required at [https://www.jewishdatingnyc.com/event-details.aspx?id=13733#tix](https://www.jewishdatingnyc.com/event-details.aspx?id=13733#tix)