Budgeting Workshops New York

Murder Mystery Party

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. 😉📟

Sunday Drop-In Improv Class 4:30pm-6:30pm ($15)

**Improv for All: Drop-In Class** Join us for a fun and supportive improv class where you'll: * **Build Confidence:** Overcome stage fright and express yourself freely. * **Master Improv Basics:** Learn to set up scenes, listen actively, and build on each other's ideas. * **Have Fun:** Laugh, play, and connect with other creative people. **No experience necessary!** Just bring your enthusiasm and willingness to play. **Cost: $15**. Please have cash or Venmo/Zelle/CashApp

New York Dodgeball Open Gym (UES)

This is a social event, so while some of us like to revel in being competitive, the goal is to meet people and have fun! That being said, headshots are **NOT ALLOWED**. We use cloth style dodgeballs. This provides a fun, friendly and competitive environment without any pain or bruising. The games are set to cool music. Basically, it’s one big party with dodgeball, music and friends. We’ll pick teams from people who show up each week. There will be no refs, but experienced New York Dodgeball players will oversee games. Co-ed, ages 21 and up. Please note we **always** have enough players for this event. Meetup is just one place we advertise, so if you only see one or two RSVPs please know that there will be others attending. We have a regular group of players who attend regularly and we would love for you to be part of this group. Wear athletic style clothing (work out clothes, basketball sneakers) and knee pads if you have them. If you wear glasses, we recommend wearing contacts or sports goggles. Event Details: Venue Address: 921 Madison Ave. New York, NY Date: Every Thursday April 23rd through June 4th Cost: $10 (Accepting Cash, Venmo or Zelle)

Improv Charity Workshop (Thurs 5/21) To Benefit Adolescents In Sober Recovery

BIG VISION Is An NYC- Based Organization Dedicated To Working To For The Benefit Of Young People Putting In The Work And Effort To Stay Recovered From Substance Abuse. They Orgainze Events Of All Kinds & Thursday April 30th Soup Of The Day Comedy Collective's Head Chef Shawn Kinnear Will Be Running A 90 Minute Improv Workshop Perfect For All Skill Levels!!! Especially Accessable For Beginners & Those Who Have NEVER Tried Improv, But With More Than Enough To Entertain And Flex The Muscles Of An Improv Regular! Event Is Free & All Donations Go To Helping Support BIG VISION In Their Mission To Assist Young People In Soberity Any Way They Can, So Join Us!!

JCW Writing Workshop Roundtable (In-Person Only)

**NO ENTRY AFTER 7:15 PM!** *At the in-person JCW workshop, we read the submitted work aloud then give the writer constructive feedback.* **GUIDELINES FOR WRITING WORKSHOP:** * To have your writing scheduled for a Tuesday workshop you must attend at least one Tuesday workshop first. * Sign up board in located in the JCW Loft. You must sign up in person. * Workshop pieces will be provided to workshop attendees via this link: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1LTIAyBFOJit_uEDWBrIqGoDNJpoMs3vU?usp=sharing Questions? Reach out to **Kevin.Singer21@gmail.com** **Monthly Schedule for Tuesday:** 1st Tuesday of the Month: **JCW Short Story Salon**. We give the salon treatment to a famous, not-so-famous, or even notorious short work of fiction every month. 2nd Tuesday of the Month: **Writers’ Workshop**. Constructive criticism of unpublished work from JCW members. MUST SUBMIT IN ADVANCE. 3rd Tuesday of the Month: **Power Prompts.** Constrained writing at its quirkiest. 4th Tuesday of the Month: **Writers’ Workshop**. Constructive criticism of unpublished work from JCW members. MUST SUBMIT IN ADVANCE. ***Supported by public funds from the Jersey City Arts and Culture Trust Fund.***

ONLINE Interactive BINGO(from your computer)

YOU MUST BE ABLE TO PRINT or DRAW A PHYSICAL BINGO CARD. We will email you with how to get it after registering. **Prepay required at : [https://www.socialevents123.com/event-details.aspx?id=13396](https://www.socialevents123.com/event-details.aspx?id=13396)** Limited Number: Save $$ by using the discount code: VIRTUAL Do you Love to play BINGO! Here is your opportunity to have some fun playing our Live "Bingo" game. You will also get to socialize and make other friends from the Safety and Comfort of your home. Prize will be a Amazon Gift card, free future events and maybe some others. This event will be held in a Zoom Virtual Room which you would access through your computer and webcam, or via your Smart Phone/Tablet. Zoom is super easy to use. We may do a variety of games such as traditional bingo, four corners bingo and full card bingo. Rsvps on here are NOT reflective of actual attendance as this is a multi group event. **Prepay required at :** **[https://www.socialevents123.com/event-details.aspx?id=13396](https://www.socialevents123.com/event-details.aspx?id=13396)** Cost: $11.99- $20 depending on how early you register.

Poetry Workshop at Poets House

Sunday Drop-in Improv Class - 4:30-6:30pm ($15)

**Improv for All: Sunday Drop-In Class** Join us for a fun and supportive improv class where you'll: * **Build Confidence:** Overcome stage fright and express yourself freely. * **Master Improv Basics:** Learn to set up scenes, listen actively, and build on each other's ideas. * **Have Fun:** Laugh, play, and connect with other creative people. **No experience necessary!** Just bring your enthusiasm and willingness to play. **Cost: $15**. Please have cash or Venmo/Zelle/CashApp **Ready to take your improv skills to the next level?** Join us for a fun and supportive learning environment. This event is hosted by the Improv NOW meetup group. If possible please RSVP for this class at: [www.meetup.com/improvnow](www.meetup.com/improvnow). Also, you'll find details of other improv events!

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.*

BINGO Online (Win Prizes!)

**\*TO ATTEND GET TICKET At** [https://www.socialevents123.com/event-details.aspx?id=13397#tix](https://www.socialevents123.com/event-details.aspx?id=13397#tix) (Multiple Meetup groups are co-organizing so the RSVP's shown are just a very small portion attending. We'll have at least 20 registered.) Our last online Bingo Night Party was such a BIG hit, we're doing it again! Do you like to play BINGO or want to just do something different?! Then you will LOVE this event! Here is your opportunity to have some fun playing our Live "Bingo" game. You will also get to socialize and make other friends from the comfort of your home. Prizes included Amazon gift cards, free future events and more! This completely online event will be LIVE and you will be able to see and hear the other participants while playing. You will either need to print or draw out your bingo cards. We will email you with how to get it after registering. You can have more than 1 person on your team as long as they're from your house and use same device. Friends/family around the country can also play. They would just need to also register for a ticket. This event will be held on Zoom which you would access through your computer/webcam, or via your phone/tablet. On day of the event, you will get a secured Zoom link and link to print out Bingo cards. \*RSVPS ON HERE ARE NOT REFLECTIVE OF ACTUAL ATTENDANCE as this is a multi group event. Cost: $15-$20 depending on how early you register. **\*TO ATTEND GET TICKET AT -** [https://www.socialevents123.com/event-details.aspx?id=13397#tix](https://www.socialevents123.com/event-details.aspx?id=13397#tix)

The Friday Improv Jam ($10 IN PERSON)

At this improv jam, ALL who show up are welcome to take the stage and perform improv... or you can watch in a fun and supportive environment! The jam will consist of 2-person scenes, group scenes, and either short sets as a group or a fun game to end the jam. You'll have a chance to randomly play with different people and even some veteran improvisers! Participate as much or as little as you would like. Or simply come and watch! If you're think you're ready, you're ready! All scenes will be inspired by a suggestion of a random word from the audience. There is a improv show afterwards from 730-830pm that's free for those who attend this event. This event is hosted by the Improv NOW meetup group and to participate you must RSVP there. The site is at: [https://www.meetup.com/improvnow](https://www.meetup.com/improvnow) for the details of this event, and also other improv events!

BINGO Online (Win Prizes!)v

**\*TO ATTEND GET TICKET At** [https://www.socialevents123.com/event-details.aspx?id=13397#tix](https://www.socialevents123.com/event-details.aspx?id=13397#tix) (Multiple Meetup groups are co-organizing so the RSVP's shown are just a very small portion attending. We'll have at least 20 registered.) Our last online Bingo Night Party was such a BIG hit, we're doing it again! Do you like to play BINGO or want to just do something different?! Then you will LOVE this event! Here is your opportunity to have some fun playing our Live "Bingo" game. You will also get to socialize and make other friends from the comfort of your home. Prizes included Amazon gift cards, free future events and more! This completely online event will be LIVE and you will be able to see and hear the other participants while playing. You will either need to print or draw out your bingo cards. We will email you with how to get it after registering. You can have more than 1 person on your team as long as they're from your house and use same device. Friends/family around the country can also play. They would just need to also register for a ticket. This event will be held on Zoom which you would access through your computer/webcam, or via your phone/tablet. On day of the event, you will get a secured Zoom link and link to print out Bingo cards. \*RSVPS ON HERE ARE NOT REFLECTIVE OF ACTUAL ATTENDANCE as this is a multi group event. Cost: $15-$20 depending on how early you register. **\*TO ATTEND GET TICKET AT -** [https://www.socialevents123.com/event-details.aspx?id=13397#tix](https://www.socialevents123.com/event-details.aspx?id=13397#tix)