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Murder Mystery Party

Murder Mystery Party

Fri, May 22, 10:30 PM
From Housing Works Bookstore Events

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/murder-mystery-party-tickets-1988349620239 💿🦋✨ MURDER MYSTERY PARTY: MURDER LIKE IT’S 1999 ✨🦋💿 (YES — food is included 🍽️) Pull up in your best Y2K fit: butterfly clips, frosted tips, rhinestones, cargo pants, tiny sunglasses… the whole TRL fantasy. Because we’re throwing a Y2K New Year’s Eve-style blowout at the iconic Housing Works Bookstore — and then… the music cuts. A murder drops before the ball does. 😳🔪 🕒 Doors open: 6:30 PM 📅 Friday\, May 22 \| 7:00–9:00 PM 📍 Housing Works Bookstore Cafe, 126 Crosby Street, New York, NY 10012 🍽️ Food is included with your ticket! Come as General Admission OR go full main-character and grab a Character Role (perfect if you love improv / being dramatic / accusing your friends). Nobody knows who the killer is until it’s too late… it could even be YOU. Tag your crew that still knows their AIM screen name by heart. 😉📟

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Penthouse Singles Mingle (Comp Drinks for Ladies)

Penthouse Singles Mingle (Comp Drinks for Ladies)

Thu, May 21, 10:30 PM
From Drinking with New Friends (9,000+ members)
4.6

**\*TO ATTEND GET TICKETS AT:** [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/penthouse-singles-mingle-w-free-drinks-for-women-tickets-1989308531368](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/penthouse-singles-mingle-w-free-drinks-for-women-tickets-1989308531368) (*Our events are co-organized by multiple groups so don't pay attention to the RSVPs. These events are consistently well attended.)* Find your someone in one of NYC’s most attractive bi-level penthouses with unbelievable wine and cocktails for a price point that will not be matched. If it rains the outdoor rooftop/sundeck will be covering, and we will occupy the beautiful bar and penthouse area. All ladies will receive complimentary signature cocktails and unlimited delicious rosé wine from 6:30 to 7:30 PM. Following this, ladies can savor a complimentary Cloud One signature champagne cocktail before 8:30 PM, all with no minimum spend. The night will be enhanced by live entertainment from a talented mystery singers, setting the perfect mood for mingling and making new connections. Enjoy floor to ceiling penthouse windows with a beautiful outdoor sundeck offer stunning views of downtown Manhattan creating the perfect backdrop of your evening. The lounge is chic, intimate and buzzing with energy! Let’s talk about the drinks! The cocktail menu is a work of art, from timeless classics to unique concoctions that push the boundaries of mixology! What to expect: * **Meet and mingle with up to 50 singles and socialites in a chic, intimate venue** * **Complimentary unlimited rosé wine pours for ladies from 6:30 to 7:30 PM** * **Complimentary signature champagne cocktail for ladies before 8:30 PM** * **Live performances by talented singers throughout the evening** As The Cloud One is waiving their large group rental fee, providing a complimentary welcome cocktail and DJ, a one item spend is required for ladies and a 1 item spend is required for men. Dress code: Dress to impress/business casual. No tee shirts, sneakers and caps will be allowed.

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Game Night Social (Free Drink, Ping Pong, Pool, DJ)

Game Night Social (Free Drink, Ping Pong, Pool, DJ)

Fri, May 15, 10:30 PM
From Drinking with New Friends (9,000+ members)
4.6

**\*GET TICKETS AT -** [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/game-night-mixer-tickets-1976257897571](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/game-night-mixer-tickets-1976257897571) (Multiple groups are co-organizing so RSVP's shown are just a very small portion attending. We already have a good # registered.) GAME NIGHT SOCIAL W/ COMPLIMENTARY PING PONG, POOL, DJ, & FREE DRINK! Ladies get a FREE drink before 7pm, FREE ping pong, FREE pool for everyone (normally $25-$40 an hour) plus drink specials just for us! We'll also have a DJ to ensure that this a special one of a kind evening to meet new people and make new friends in a fun & safe environment! Sour Mouse is one of the trendiest new spot in the lower east side. This lounge combines great drinks and fun music! Add to this a ping pong and pool game hall and you have one unique combination! What to expect: * **FREE Drink for Ladies (before 7pm)** * **Happy Hour Drink Specials** * **Free Ping Pong** * **Free Pool** * **Live DJ** FAQ: **Can I come alone?** Yes about 90% of those attending will be coming solo. But you can also invite friends to join you. Everyone must have a ticket to enter. **What is the suggested age range?** All are welcome 21 and over. We get a good mix of ages. **Is there a dress code?** Yes. Stylish/Casual Neat. No sweats, hoodies, t-shirts. For more fun events follow: [https://www.eventbrite.com/o/nyc-social-group-31639983301](https://www.eventbrite.com/o/nyc-social-group-31639983301)

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16 attendees
New York Tech & BeerÂŽ - Happy Hour Social @ Fool's Gold

New York Tech & BeerÂŽ - Happy Hour Social @ Fool's Gold

Thu, May 21, 10:30 PM
From New York Tech & BeerÂŽ
4.7

This tech happy hour social will be hosted at Fool's Gold on the **Lower East Side**! We'll get together at Fool's Gold on **Thursday, May 21st at 6:30pm.** Fool's Gold is a fun space with a great vibe. Come and meet techies and tech enthusiasts and enjoy some drinks and a fun, low-key time. **[Buy us a beer](https://buymeacoffee.com/nyctnb)** **if you enjoy our events and want to see more of them! :)** New York Tech & BeerÂŽ is an NYC social tech drinks and networking community. We host happy hours at bars around the city and occasionally educational tech lectures. Join us to meet new friends, have fun, and maybe get a tip for a job! See you there.

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"Love Is Blind" Speed Dating (As seen on Netflix) Comp Drinks For Ladies

"Love Is Blind" Speed Dating (As seen on Netflix) Comp Drinks For Ladies

Fri, May 15, 10:30 PM
From Drinking with New Friends (9,000+ members)
4.6

**\*TO ATTEND GET TICKETS -** [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/love-is-blind-20s-30-speed-dating-tickets-1988366058406](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/love-is-blind-20s-30-speed-dating-tickets-1988366058406) (\**Limited # of Women save $10 using discount code "10" at checkout. Our events are co-organized by multiple groups so don't pay attention to RSVPs. These events are well attended. Must pay in advance to attend.)* **Be prepared to experience a speed dating like no other! Since this event first debuted, mutually connecting matches have been increased by 20% on average for both genders! This speed dating event is a mind blowing cerebral and surreal experience!** Here is how it will work: Women will first have girlfriend connect time, playing complimentary pool and ping pong over complimentary cocktails in a private area separated from the men. Speed dating will then begin! The men will be donning a blind fold while the ladies will rotate for each round. For ladies and men, there will be special optional questions to ask to heighten the experience, but it is not mandatory! After the speed dating, the genders will be separated once more while the matches are selected and then handed in! There will be a complimentary after party in which everyone can mix and mingle over complimentary pool, ping pong, giant jenga and other cool games, for every drink purchased, your next will be half off the entire evening! Your matches will be emailed to you the morning with the option to leave your contact number in addition to email. What to expect: * **Up to 30 singles who are ready to become acquainted** * **Complimentary drink for ladies before 7pm** * **For men, every beverage that is purchased your next will be half off the entire evening (1 minimum drink required)** * **Complimentary ping pong, billiards for ladies pre/post speed dating** * **Unique speed dating that is rapidly becoming very popular** * **Your matches delivered the next day guaranteed** * **Live DJ after speed dating ends** FAQs: **How many will attend?** We get a good mix of singles in their 20s & 30s and do our best to keep the genders as even as possible. **Can I come alone?** Yes, about 90% come on their own. **How much?** $35-$40 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)**

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🗽🔌NYC CONNECTS👔Professionals for Happy Hour 🍻🚕

🗽🔌NYC CONNECTS👔Professionals for Happy Hour 🍻🚕

Mon, May 18, 10:15 PM
From 🗽NYC CONNECTS🚕Social Events🍸New to NYC🔌
4.6

🗽🥳FREE EVENT! Professionals (21+-35+yrs) NYC Networking Social Monday. We have MULTIPLE Meetup groups attending! Meet new people, make new friends 🗽🔌A Monday After work NYC Social by NYC CONNECTS Social Meetup! Make new professional connections & friends at our event. We are to the left of the bar, darts area. 👔Young professionals aged 21+-35 years old attending. If older, yes you can join! We are open to all those in NYC that want to make new connections. 1-2 drink purchases or food required to attend. Questions? Text host at (718) 300-6483 If you are totally new to NYC, fantastic! Come make new friends on Monday with us; something to look forward to after work! * Make new NYC friends * Meetup social * Young professionals and friends * Network, connect and meet those new to NYC * NYC business networking * Bronx - Manhattan - Queens - Brooklyn - Staten Island - New Jersey - Long Island networking Meet, talk with new people in NYC, make new connections in New York City. ️More @ [linktr.ee/NYC.Connects.Social](https://linktr.ee/NYC.Connects.Social) Industries that join and participate! NYC Finance networking Social NYC Accounting networking Social NYC Technology and startups networking Social NYC College graduates making new friends Social NYC Healthcare networking Social NYC Fintech Networking Social NYC Legal and lawyers networking Social NYC PHD graduates networking Social NYC Education and teachers Networking Social NYC Real Estate Networking

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