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🎥 Brooklyn Anime & Gaming Monthly MeetUp

Join us once a month for an in-person hangout bringing together anime, gaming, and community vibes in a relaxed, social setting. This meetup is all about connecting face-to-face, meeting new people, and spending time with folks who share similar interests — whether that’s anime, games, or just good conversation. Expect a laid-back atmosphere where you can chat, watch clips, play games, or just vibe. You’re welcome to come solo or bring friends — everyone is welcome. ✨ **What to expect:** * Monthly in-person meetup. * Casual social vibes (no pressure, no agenda) * Anime & gaming conversations * Opportunities to meet community members IRL * A chill space to build connections beyond Discord 📅 **When:** Once a month. More details and reminders will be found on our discord, please be sure to join using the link below. https://discord.gg/FKgU2gGNQ

Union Square Yarnies

🌷 FIND YOUR SIGNATURE SCENT + Goody Bag 🎀 👛

step into a slow, soft afternoon in Chelsea ☕️✨ we’re hosting a special Girls Go Explore gathering at The Maker Shop, where you’ll explore scent, sip tea, and spend a few hours surrounded by the kind of energy that feels easy, warm, and a little magical!! this is one of those experiences where you don’t need to come with anyone. most girls arrive alone, and then leave with new friends! we’ll be discovering our signature scents together, testing fragrances, talking about everything and nothing, and just enjoying a cozy, aesthetic moment in the city 🕊 you’ll also receive a 4-piece fragrance discovery kit to take home, plus light coffee and tea refreshments throughout the experience!!! 📍 The Maker Shop, Chelsea 🗓 Saturday, July 11th 11AM, 1PM, 3PM (arrive to whichever session you can attend!!) 🕊 THREE sessions available includes: • guided scent experience • 4-piece fragrance discovery kit ($25 value) • coffee & tea refreshments • time to connect, talk, and just exist together

Photos Worth Walking For | NYC Photo Walk

📸 On July 18th, come explore the city, capture interesting moments, and meet people who enjoy photography along the way! * **Meetup Location:** Irving Farm Coffee, 224 W 79th St, New York, NY 10024 * **10:00am – 10:15am** \| Meet up\, grab a coffee\, and connect * **10:15am – 12:00pm** \| Explore the neighborhood and take photos **WHAT TO EXPECT** * We'll meet at Irving Farm to grab a drink, say hello, and head out together at 10:15am. * Bring whatever camera you enjoy shooting with: digital, film, or even your phone. * We'll explore the area at a relaxed pace, stopping to take photos, share ideas, and enjoy the neighborhood. * No experience is needed. Some people are just getting started, while others have been shooting for years. If you enjoy walking, noticing the little details, and capturing what catches your eye, you'll fit right in. It's also a great opportunity to meet other creatives and share what you're working on.

Meet in the Arts

Our preferences in art reveal more about us than we often realize. Long before personality traits were formally categorized, psychologists studied personality differences through individuals' ratings of various paintings. If you find yourself drawn to the same piece of artwork, there's a strong chance you share a deep connection. Meet in the museum for an excursion. Sign up on [favr.town](https://favr.town/) and predict your next art buddy before you meet. Find out if you're right when you meet onsite. Or, if you fancy other museums, pin them at times that work for you on [favr.town](https://favr.town/) and discover who you might meet there. Note: This is a [Favr.town](http://favr.town/) member exclusive event. [Join](https://favr.town/events/meet-and-shop-trader-joes-trader-joes-2026-06-15-17-00) [[https://favr.town](https://favr.town/) ] Hint: Fans of abstract art tend to be creative, pop art lovers are often optimistic, impressionism enthusiasts are more likely to be conscientious, and those who prefer traditional art tend to be, well, more traditional. Something extra: Why do these traits matter? See how [optimism](https://favr.town/blog/the-power-of-optimism-in-relationships-how-a-positive-outlook-strengthens-resilience-emotional-health-and-lasting-love-2025-11-20), [conscientiousness](https://favr.town/blog/how-responsibility-and-reliability-build-trust-and-lasting-love-2026-04-19), [traditional values](https://favr.town/blog/prioritizing-family-values-for-lasting-commitment-and-love-2025-12-17), and [excitement](https://favr.town/blog/how-novelty-play-and-shared-adventure-keep-love-alive-2025-12-14) influence relationships. You can also measure how your sense of [optimism](https://app.favr.town/we?t=1&s=1&b=OPTIMISTIC), [conscientiousness](https://app.favr.town/we?t=1&s=2&b=CONSCIENTIOUS), [traditional values](https://app.favr.town/we?t=1&s=2&b=TRADITIONAL), and [excitement](https://app.favr.town/we?t=1&s=2&b=EXCITING) stack up against others.

Commander @ Play! Hoboken

Come on out to Play! Hoboken and play some Commander! We have a growing community of players of all ages. We hope to see you there. Make sure to pre-register to guarantee your spot at: Playhoboken.com/mtg

Digital Mindfulness

A casual show-and-tell meetup for people experimenting with digital minimalism and mindful technology use. Everyone is invited to share the habits, tools, boundaries, apps, dumbphones, screen-time setups, or personal rules that help them use technology more intentionally. Let's swap practical ideas, learn from each other, and leave with a few simple experiments to try.

Casual Commander @ Play! Hoboken

Come on out to Play! Hoboken and play some Casual Commander! We have a growing community of players of all ages. We hope to see you there. Make sure to pre-register to guarantee your spot at: Playhoboken.com/mtg

Make Art and Crafts together

Artists and creatives of all skill levels are welcome, including aspiring creatives who are just starting out and professionals. Bring your drawing supplies or whatever creative project you're working on. Digital media like iPad sketching is ideal since the lighting might be a bit dim.

Volunteers - Help with a fun day on the water with Hoboken students

This program exists only because of you! We can always use the help. We've been invited to host the students from our very own Hoboken Arts Camp. They've been spending this week learning all about the Hudson River, now we get to help them experience it first hand. \*Prepare the sit on tops \*Teach participants to to kayak \*Have fun with some great kids! We are counting on you! If you cannot make it, please change your RSVP as soon as possible so a replacement can be found. No experience is necessary to volunteer. We'll show you the ropes on the spot :)

Dating Games: A Fun Twist on Speed Dating

For tickets and information: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1992222092909](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1992222092909) **IMPORTANT NOTE: CLICKING THE RSVP AND PAY ORGANIZER 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.** **\*This is a multigroup event so event responses are only a portion of the total number of attendees** NYC Speed Dating - Dating Games Is your dating life starting to feel monotonous? Do your dates resemble job interviews more than actual chemistry? Sick of dedicating your entire evening to getting to know just one person? Then check out **“Dating Games” Speed Dating!** It’s a lively, modern twist on the classic format. Join us for a one-of-a-kind social experience for NYC singles! Meet new people, win raffle prizes, and connect with other fun, like-minded singles. It’s not only a great way to meet a potential partner—it’s also perfect for finding new friends or even future wingmen/wingwomen. **Suggested age range: 20s, 30s & 40s.** Our warm, welcoming host will get things started before dividing everyone into small groups at various tables. You’ll chat, mingle, and play lighthearted social games with groups of about 4–5 singles. The games are easy, super fun, and designed to help everyone open up and connect. After each round, you’ll rotate tables—just like traditional speed dating—so you'll eventually meet all the singles attending. You’ll also receive a “match sheet,” where you can mark anyone you’d like to speak with again. If they choose you as well, the host will email you each other’s contact information within roughly 24 hours so you can plan a date. Let’s be honest—we’re all tired of endless swiping on apps and meeting people who may not be anything like their profiles. A “Dating Games” Speed Dating night is a far better way to connect because you meet real people *in person* and get a genuine sense of who they are. This is an entirely new, innovative take on speed dating! We appreciate the idea behind traditional speed dating, but it can be tough to keep conversations flowing. That’s why at “Dating Games” events, you’ll have entertaining, easy-to-play games to help break the ice and avoid the typical interview-style awkwardness. We find this format helps people connect more naturally and meaningfully. ### WIN PRIZES! You’ll enjoy an evening full of fresh faces, interactive games, and social fun—no special skills needed, just a little luck! Our friendly host will guide the whole experience and help everyone get acquainted. Throughout the night you’ll play multiple games while getting opportunities to interact with all the singles of the opposite sex. When you win a game, you earn a raffle ticket—giving you chances to win prizes! ### IMPORTANT: THIS IS A PRE-PAY EVENT ONLY Tickets **must** be purchased online in advance—registration at the venue will *not* be available. As the event nears and space becomes limited, the price will increase to $35. *See more upcoming NYC events at [WWW.FRIENDZYEVENTS.COM](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dating-games-a-fun-twist-on-speed-dating-in-nyc-tickets-1982239058384?aff=oddtdtcreator)* For tickets and information: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1992222092909](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1992222092909)