Budget Friendly Events New York

Get Sh*t Done Club 💪 IN-PERSON Deep Work Saturday · 11am–1pm

⚠️ STRICT HOUSE RULES: The club has strict house rules, and people who don't follow them will be asked to leave. 🕚 Saturday, Nov 7, 11am–1pm. Kickoff at 11:15 sharp! This RSVP is for the IN-PERSON session only. 🙌 📍 Location: 1030 6th Avenue, 5th Floor (WALK UP!), New York, NY. Buzz the 5th floor! We also run an ONLINE session at the same time. Find it in our group's events if you'd rather join from home. 💻 Got a project you keep putting off? Bring it! 🙌 Get Sh\*t Done NYC is a friendly community of people who show up and actually finish things together: side projects, writing, job applications, business ideas, school work, that inbox from 2024. 😅 HOW IT WORKS 1\. Show up and settle in with your laptop \(or notebook\) and your unfinished project\. 2\. Quick intros: say what you're working on and one goal for the session\. 3\. Phones away\. We work in focused rounds with short breaks to check in\, cheer each other on\, and swap tips\. 4\. Pizza break 🍕 5\. We close by sharing what we got done\! 🎉 COST: Free to join, with a suggested donation of $15 (cash or Venmo at the door) to help keep the space going. Pizza is included! 🍕 HEADS-UP ABOUT THE SPACE: This is a no-frills pop-up. The room is sparse and simple: folding tables and chairs, nothing fancy, and it's a 4-flight walk-up on the 5th floor (no elevator). Bring a charger and headphones if you like. Coffee is welcome during rounds; the pizza break is the time for food. Come meet other doers and leave with real progress! 💪 🌐 More info: https://getshitdone.space

Diwali [Part 2] - All-You-Can-Eat Feast at Vatan! 🇮🇳

On Sunday, November 8th, let’s get some all-you-can-eat Gujarati food at Vatan! it's $45 per person before tax and tip and will be $60 after including tax and tip. **Please see details below:** **When:** Sunday, November 8th 6:45 PM to 8:30 PM **Where:** Vatan 409 3rd Ave, Manhattan, NY 10016 Google maps link: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/K5xa3SLAuvcxZsXV9](https://maps.app.goo.gl/K5xa3SLAuvcxZsXV9) Also welcome to join us for our free Diwali celebration before this at Bhakti Center: [https://www.meetup.com/borough-hoppers/events/317081736](https://www.meetup.com/borough-hoppers/events/317081736) Here's how billing works: \- Usually for our larger parties\, the restaurant only allows one person to pay \(it would be ideal to have individual checks but unfortunately it’s usually not an option\)\. \- Normally the host pays and each attendee pays the host back right away via venmo\, zelle or paypal\. \- The amount owed is 1\.3 times the subtotal \(for entrees\, appetizers\, drinks\, etc\)\. So if the subtotal was 30\, the total amount owed would be 30 \ *1\.3 = $39 which covers tax and 20% tip\. If there is a credit card fee charged\, then the multiple would be a little higher \(like 1\.34 to 1\.36\)\. 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!

CFO AI Leverage Report: AI Budgets, ROI and Finance Sign-Off

Enterprise AI is moving from experimentation into the finance office. Open Future Forum has released the **CFO AI Leverage Report, Edition 1**, introducing the **Enterprise AI Buying & Budget Index** and the **CFO AI Leverage Index**. The report examines how CFOs and senior finance leaders are evaluating AI budgets, buying authority, ROI, productivity, governance and the question now sitting at the center of enterprise AI adoption: **Can AI help companies grow output without growing headcount at the same rate?** Read the report here: [https://openfutureforum.com/research/cfo-ai-leverage-report](https://openfutureforum.com/research/cfo-ai-leverage-report) This private executive discussion will focus on what the report means for CFOs, founders, finance leaders, AI operators, investors and enterprise executives. We will look at how AI buying is shifting, who signs off on AI purchases, what finance teams are measuring, and why AI ROI is becoming a CFO-level issue rather than only a technology issue. According to the report, enterprise generative AI spending reached approximately **$37 billion in 2025**, more than tripling from the prior year. At the same time, the share of AI spend funded from experimental innovation budgets fell from **25% to 7%** in one year, showing that AI is moving into core operating budgets. The report also draws on Open Future Forum’s 2026 executive community activity, including **200+ executive registrations across 20+ events**, with **60+ finance leaders and operators**, **50+ security leaders**, and **100+ founders**. In an early directional read, **3 in 5 finance leaders asked said the CFO or finance organization signs off on AI purchases**, rather than the CEO or IT. This discussion is connected to the **CFO Executive Forum**, Open Future Forum’s invitation-only community for CFOs and senior finance leaders of high-growth companies. The CFO Executive Forum hosts small, off-the-record gatherings across Silicon Valley focused on AI, capital allocation, governance, growth, risk, productivity and the changing role of the finance function. Learn more about the CFO Executive Forum here: [https://openfutureforum.com/cfo-executive-forum](https://openfutureforum.com/cfo-executive-forum) **What we will discuss** How CFOs are evaluating enterprise AI spend Why AI budgets are moving from innovation budgets into operating budgets Who signs off on enterprise AI purchases How finance leaders are measuring AI ROI Whether AI can create real headcount leverage Where AI improves productivity, margin and capital efficiency Why founders selling AI tools need to understand the finance buyer How boards and investors are starting to ask harder questions about AI value **Who should attend** This event is designed for CFOs, VPs of Finance, controllers, finance operators, CEOs, founders, investors, enterprise AI leaders and executives responsible for AI budgets, AI transformation, productivity, governance or capital allocation. **Why this matters** The first phase of enterprise AI was about adoption. The next phase is about leverage. Executives are no longer asking only whether AI works. They are asking whether AI creates measurable business value, improves productivity, reduces operating drag, supports growth and helps teams do more without simply adding more tools, more vendors and more headcount. That is a finance question. The CFO AI Leverage Report and Enterprise AI Buying & Budget Index are designed to track that shift over time. **Key links** CFO AI Leverage Report: [https://openfutureforum.com/research/cfo-ai-leverage-report](https://openfutureforum.com/research/cfo-ai-leverage-report) CFO Executive Forum: [https://openfutureforum.com/cfo-executive-forum](https://openfutureforum.com/cfo-executive-forum) Open Future Forum: [https://openfutureforum.com](https://openfutureforum.com/)

Halloween Happy Hour at Botanica

Let's celebrate Halloween with a happy hour at Botanica Bar. Happy Hour at Botanica Bar: $2 dollars off drafts $6 well drinks $6 house wine $3 dollars off frozen drinks https://botanicabarnyc.com/happy-hour Botanica Bar is conveniently located close to D,F,M at Broadway / Lafayette 6 at bleecker R at Prince Street is a short walk N/Q at Canal is roughly a 10-15 walk All are welcome! Looking forward to seeing you there.

CDI NYC Halloween Party, Friday October 30th, 2026 8pm-1am

UNDER $40! Michelin Bib 😋 Redux 🌶 @ PEPPERCORN STATION 🇨🇳

☕ Montclair Coffee, Gadgets & Startups — October Meetup!

**Is AI making us smarter and more productive—or are we becoming too dependent on it?** Artificial intelligence is changing how we work, learn, create, and solve problems. But as we increasingly rely on AI to do our thinking, writing, researching, and decision-making, are we gaining new capabilities—or losing some of our own? Join us for a lively, informal conversation about the benefits, challenges, and unintended consequences of AI. We'll explore questions like: * How is AI making your work or everyday life easier? * Are there things you now rely on AI to do that you previously did yourself? * Is AI helping us think more creatively—or making us less inclined to think independently? * Where should we draw the line between using AI as a tool and becoming dependent on it? **No technical expertise required!** Whether you're an enthusiastic AI user, a skeptic, or simply curious, your perspective is welcome. As always, we'll have introductions, plenty of conversation, and our **Give/Get** round, where everyone can share something they can offer or something they're looking for—ideas, expertise, resources, or connections. ### 📅 Event Details **Tuesday, October 27, 2026** **7:00–8:00 PM** **Panera Bread** 15 Bloomfield Avenue, Montclair, NJ Come for the coffee. Stay for the conversation. **Connect. Share. Innovate.** All are welcome! Please RSVP so we know how many people to expect.

$UNDER 40! Canto Night Redux @ UNCLE LOU 🇨🇳

English Conversation for Intermediate Learners

There is a fee to attend this event. Read the description that follows for more info. Join us for this class and practice conversation with other English learners. Students will participate in instructor-led activities designed to improve listening and speaking skills. This class is for learners at the intermediate level (see our calendar for conversation classes for beginner or advanced students, as well as other ESL classes). This class is part of an ongoing course. Students attending this class have the option to pay-per-session ($20), or receive a discount by enrolling in the full course. Visit our website for more information: https://togetheronenewyork.org/Our-Programs/Language-Classes/English-Conversation-Classes/Intermediate-Advanced-Classes

Monday🗽🍹NYC Connects Social Happy Hour: Professionals & New to NYC

🗽🍻FREE with RSVP. Happy hour for people to make friends & socialize in NYC. Ask for group on arrival. 👔Young professionals aged 21+-35 years old attending. If older, yes you can join! 1-2 drink purchases or food required to attend. * 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 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

AYCE Sushi w/ Unlim Sake/Beer @ SHIROKURO 🍣🍶🍺 [PREPAID]

***ONLY LIMITED Seats! Due to their Credit Card Policy, Venmo $63 to @i8NYC and add yourself to the Waitlist to be moved over to 'Going'. No Refunds!*** We are heading to East Village! **. A Rare Weekend Event! Includes Unlimited Beer & Sake or 3 Cocktails!** If you’ve ever wondered what it might be like to step inside a drawing, look no further than Shirokuro. It’s designed to look 2D, complete with a totally black-and-white color palette, and serves up a menu of sushi, available à la carte or in omakase form **[IG REEL](https://www.instagram.com/reel/Db6U0zdpHrL/?hl=en)** **[IG REEL2](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DU1N7Gijx0z/?hl=en)** Cost: $63 (ALL IN) [AYCE Menu](https://ibb.co/VY2rLQJ7): (based on avail, NOT SHARED, 60min Time Limit) ***SUSHI*** * **IKURA 🍣** * **KING SALMON 🍣** * **SCOTTISH SALMON 🍣** * **YELLOWTAIL 🍣** * **HIRAMASA 🍣** * **TAMAGO 🍣** * **BLUEFIN TUNA 🍣** * **OCEAN TROUT 🍣** ***SMALL BITES*** * **KUROBUTA SAUSAGE 🐷** * **EDAMAME 🫛** * **BRUSSELS SPROUTS 🌱** * **CUCUMBER SALAD 🥒🥗** * **VEG TEMPURA 🥕** * **CHICKEN KARAAGE 🐔** ***ROLLS*** * **SPICY YELLOWTAIL TUNA 🍣** * **SPICY TUNA 🍣** * **SPICY SALMON 🍣** * **SALMON 🍣** * **SALMON AVOCADO 🍣** * **SHRIMP TEMPURA 🍣** * **CUCUMBER 🥒** * **AVOCADO 🥑** * **CALIFORNIA** * **TUNA** ***DRINKS* \| *CHOICE OF*** * **UNLIMITED BEER & SAKE** * **3 COCKTAILS** ***Note: Their policy Is $2/pc for uneaten food*** \~A La Cuisine

English Conversation for Advanced Learners

There is a fee to attend this event. Read the description that follows for more info. Join us for this class and practice conversation with other English learners. Students will participate in instructor-led activities designed to improve listening and speaking skills. This class is for learners at the intermediate level (see our calendar for conversation classes for beginner or advanced students, as well as other ESL classes). This class is part of an ongoing course. Students attending this class have the option to pay-per-session ($20), or receive a discount by enrolling in the full course. Visit our website for more information: https://togetheronenewyork.org/Our-Programs/Language-Classes/English-Conversation-Classes/Intermediate-Advanced-Classes