Civic Engagement New York

Dharma Gathering: "Non-Violent Activism: Touching Earth, Healing Our World"

We warmly invite you to join us for a Sunday Dharma Gathering. All are welcome! Dharma Gatherings are community events offering a space for both newcomers and experienced practitioners to connect and learn. These gatherings feature meditation instruction and practice, a short talk by guest teachers and open discussion followed by refreshments and socializing. **This month's topic is "Non-Violent Activism: Touching Earth, Healing Our World" with Joseph Mauricio:** To help a world filled with materialism and violence, we must first see how we ourselves create and perpetuate suffering. With that awareness of how we cause harm to ourselves and others, we gain insight into skillful ways we could help others. In this gathering we will explore bringing dharma practice into broader life situations including social issues. One of the most effective tools in social action is non-violence. From the Buddha to Gandhi and Dr King nonviolent action has been used to great effect. Compassionate social action is an opportunity for growth and deeper understanding. It begins at home, and in our very heart. As the Zen adage goes, as the person, so the state and as the state, the world. Advance registration helps us to plan and set up, but if you don’t have a chance to register, you are still welcome to attend! **To learn more and register visit** https://ny.shambhala.org/event/858681-sunday-dharma-gathering-quotnon-violent-activism-touching-earth-healing-our-worldquot-with-joseph-mauricio/

Fall Social for volunteers!

Bi-weekly Salon

Bi-weekly salon discussing NYC events, issues, or other intellectual topic of our choice. Expect warm ambiance, aesthetic food, and perhaps a featured speaker from time to time.

Sunday Gathering: Do Elections Matter? Did This One?

Do elections still have meaning? Now that the mid-terms are over, do you feel relieved, resigned, renewed? Hopeful, hateful, or ho-hum? Maybe something else entirely? Join us for a non-partisan discussion, facilitated by member Eric Sandhusen, of what the election results mean to you–and to "us" and "them"–and how we can find ways to bridge the divides. This Gathering is at the meetinghouse and on Zoom. To receive the Zoom link, please email [admin@ethicalfocus.org](mailto:admin@ethicalfocus.org) by noon on Friday.

Trivia Meetup - Sat. Nov. 7

A trivia meetup at a new location. The Galaxy Diner is at 665 9th Avenue on the corner of 46th Street. A nice menu with diner food and drinks. Let's give this place a try. More info at www.galaxydinerny.com Take the A, C or E or 1 trains to 42nd or 50th Street and walk to 9th Avenue. The M42 crosstown bus stops at 42nd Street and 9th Avenue. Check mta,info for delays and detouring of trains, which often happens on weekends. For this meetup, no outside food or drink. All righty. RSVP and join us.

BRONX volunteers needed

Desert and food events for low income families in the Bronx, and other recipients that need help throughout NY. Every Thursday - Saturday during January and February. Welcome Tasters and Admin assistance. For your help, you will be treated too! RSVP via meetup for location and further information before spots fill up!

Victory Pints at Wild East Brewing

WEBSITE (http://www.victorypints.com/) TWITTER (https://twitter.com/victory_pints) FACEBOOK (https://www.facebook.com/victorypints) Every Monday we bring some serious board game madness to Wild East Brewing from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. They like board games; we like board games... it's a match made in heaven! WHAT TYPE OF GAMES ARE PLAYED? All types. Real short bluffing games decorated with skulls and flowers. Cooperative games fighting horrible diseases. Classic euro games where you haggle over sheep and wheat. Whether you want to fight unspeakable horrors in Arkham or build railroads across America or rebuild your farm after the black plague (more fun than it sounds) you can probably find a game you would like. Some games you might see are 7 Wonders, Settlers of Catan, Pandemic, Dominion, Dixit, Puerto Rico, Eldritch Horror, Ticket to Ride, Carcasonne among many others. You're also welcome to bring any game you want to play! I DON'T KNOW THESE GAMES? IS IT COOL IF I COME? We're very friendly and if you have no idea what the hell we're talking about just trust us when we say it's ton of fun. We'll have tons of games and we're very happy to show you the rules. Hang out, haves some drinks, and learn a new game. Questions? Comments? Contact us at info@victorypints.com

Plant native species with NYC Parks at Forest Park 🪴🪏

Plant native species with NYC Parks at Forest Park 🪴🪏 Saturday, November 14th 9:45am to 1pm 9:45am to 10am, meet at Buddy Monument At Myrtle Ave and Park Lane South 10am to 1pm, volunteer Bring a water bottle and closed toed shoes RSVP required Link to volunteer with NYC Parks: https://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2026/11/14/native-planting-at-forest-park Google maps link to Buddy Monument: https://maps.app.goo.gl/DpagsaLoD4VRK1pJA 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!

Volunteer open training - ALL LEVELS

You can paddle on your own, or receive some instruction from basic to advance strokes. Please sign up for up to one training per week, unless you are the trainer. Let others have fun! The host will move you to "Not going" if you sign up for more than one training per week. We'll check that folks have signed the annual waiver. Please sign ahead of time and keep the email confirmation, click [here](https://link.hobokencoveboathouse.org/waiver)[.](https://app.waiversign.com/e/5c01c8bb33b77b2595e6fdfa/doc/695a606c38aa3d0012b5747c?event=none) Please be on time and come prepared with the following: \*Quick drying clothes * Close toe water shoes * Change of clothes * Towel * Sunscreen, hat * Water in a reusable bottle PREREQUISITES TO RSVP \*You have volunteered at least 4 embayment shifts in 2026

Sunday Gathering: Let’s Get Real

When animals become frustrated, they sometimes engage in displacement activities—behaviors that provide an outlet without solving the problem that caused the frustration. Do humans do something similar? In this talk, Leader Curt Collier will explore how consumption, overwork, social media, spectatorship, and cultural conflict may sometimes serve as substitutes for things people actually want but struggle to obtain: agency, security, recognition, belonging, and meaningful participation. Rather than simply judging these behaviors, we’ll ask: What might they tell us about the needs that are going unmet—and about how those unmet needs are reflected in our society? This Gathering is at the meetinghouse and on Zoom. To receive the Zoom link, please email [admin@ethicalfocus.org](mailto:admin@ethicalfocus.org) by noon on Friday.

good faith debate night [Must RSVP on LetsBunch.com]

🍸 Join a bunch for good faith debate night 💬✨ MUST RSVP on Bunch to join: https://bunch-api.onrender.com/api/share/hangout/28d76ce9-234e-42ca-9375-96f9063e1916 🎉 Bunch keeps the socializing going after each hangout. Meet people here, then join the dinners, walks, drinks, coffee runs, and other hangouts they create afterward. Or start your own and invite everyone along. 💛 Bunch is completely free. We’re a grassroots social app growing across Jersey City, Hoboken, NYC and the area with one mission: make it easier for neighbors to actually spend time together, without putting human connection behind a price tag. We're the nicest (and chillest) group of people you'll ever meet ☺️ Our motto is simple: every person welcomes every other person. Informal debate / discussion group by nj cohousing where we go over topics and try to see where the other person is coming from. Example topic : 15 percent property tax increase topics will be in chat no national politics no ragebait 💬 📅 Thursday, November 19 · 7:15 PM – 9:00 PM 📲 RSVP on Bunch so we have an accurate count: https://bunch-api.onrender.com/api/share/hangout/28d76ce9-234e-42ca-9375-96f9063e1916 💛 What’s Bunch? Bunch is built around a simple idea: anyone should be able to get people together. Any member can create a hangout around almost anything: coffee, brunch, a walk, drinks, dinner, trivia, pickleball, or whatever else you feel like doing. Other members join, you meet in real life, and the community grows from there. No professional hosts. No endless programming calendar. Just people inviting other people to do things. 💛 Start Bunching: https://www.letsbunch.com See you at the next one! 🥂✨ Aleksandra Founder of Bunch 💛

"Snag Yourself A Hero" Singles Mixer! First Responders Party

**\*TO ATTEND GET TICKETS AT:** [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rescue-me-singles-party-snag-yourself-a-hero-tickets-2003520085509?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rescue-me-singles-party-snag-yourself-a-hero-tickets-2003520085509?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true) (We are partnering with other Meetup groups so the RSVP's shown here are only a very small portion of the members attending. We'll have a large # of first responders there.) Welcome to the "Rescue Me" Meet Mingle event, where you'll have the opportunity to meet and mingle with NYC Firefighters and First Responders who are single and looking to meet someone special. Join us for an exciting night of drinks, laughter, and conversation as we bring together some of the bravest and most eligible singles in the city. Whether you're looking for love or just want to make new friends, this event is the perfect opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion for helping others. This party is ONLY open to men that are legitimate and active/retired Firefighters and EMS/paramedics, police and military\*. **It is open to women of ALL professions.** What to expect: * **Mix & mingle with NYC's First Responders** * **All first responders with valid agency ID arriving between 8–9PM get one complimentary drink ticket (wine, well, or beer). Must arrive during that window. Tickets are redeemable by women only—aka your excuse to buy a single lady a drink and make a move.** * **Only open to men who are First responders with legitimate agency ID. Open to women of all professions** * **DJ & dancing** * **First Responder Trivia Icebreaker with the chance to win prizes** Open to men and women from any legitimate Fire EMS or Search and Rescue Service: Any nation Military, Police Department, US Airforce PJs, Federal, State or Local Search and Rescue, FDNY, NYC 911 Voluntary Hospital, any area (worldwide) Municipal, Private or Volunteer Organization. Emergency Room Physicians, Medical Director and ER/flight nurses also welcome. All men MUST show your agencies photo ID Card indicating title of "Firefighter," "EMT," or "Paramedic,". Without this men will be turned away at the door. FAQs: Is this age specific? All welcome 21 and over. How many members will attend? This is a multi-Meetup group event. This page only shows a small portion of the actual attendees. Based on RSVPs from other groups and pre-payments we'll have up to 100 attending, like our past Firemen/EMT Meetups. 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)**