Community Groups New York

AI & Tech Networking Event in New York by Ascent Valley

Join founders, investors and tech talent at this curated **startup networking event in New York.** Meet ambitious builders, exchange ideas and discover new opportunities in a dynamic community environment. **RSVP: [Use this link](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ai-tech-networking-event-in-new-york-by-ascent-valley-tickets-1992426523366?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true)** **Please note that RSVP is managed via Eventbrite to control attendee lists — don’t ignore it to avoid issues with on-site payment.** **🚀 Meet investors, founders, AI experts, operators, and immigrant entrepreneurs building the next generation of global companies.** * Share your project and get feedback. * Connect with capital. * Expand your network. * This is where conversations turn into partnerships. * Use our participant mini app to keep every contact and insight from the event — nothing gets lost. 👥 Who You’ll Meet • Startup Founders • Angel Investors & VC firms • AI Experts • Entrepreneurs from Europe, Asia & the UK • Marketers, Sales leaders & Business Advisors • Builders & Game Changers Startup Pitch Session Selected founders take the stage for a focused 5-minute presentation in front of active investors and tech leaders. Each startup receives: ⚡ Professional evaluation ⚡ Investor feedback ⚡ Visibility inside our global ecosystem **Why You Can’t Miss It** • Meet Tech & Business professionals, founders, and active investors • Gain real feedback from venture capitalists and angel investors • Discover new opportunities in AI, Tech & early-stage startups • Build meaningful connections in a global entrepreneurial community If you’re serious about startups — you should be in the room. 📈 Want to Pitch? Send your deck to: 📧 events@ascentvalley.club or fill [form](https://forms.gle/u4pDA4GMmUZVJHwV7) Limited spots. Curated selection. 🏆 The startup recognized as “Most Investment-Worthy” will be featured across our social media and included in our investor newsletter. **🌟 About Ascent Valley** [Ascent Valley ](https://ascentvalley.com/infrastructure)is a global ecosystem connecting founders, innovators, and investors. We believe great ideas shouldn’t stay hidden — they deserve to be heard, challenged, and supported by the right people. Our mission is to create environments where ambitious builders connect, collaborate, and grow together.

Founders, Investors & Talent Networking Mixer NYC

**Startup networking event in NYC for founders, investors and tech talent**. Meet builders and connect with Ascent Valley community. Join founders, investors and tech talent at this curated startup networking event in NYC Manhattan. Meet ambitious builders, exchange ideas and discover new opportunities in a dynamic community environment. **RSVP:** [Use this link](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/startup-networking-new-york-founders-investors-talent-mixer-tickets-1987708214778?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true) ***Please note that RSVP is managed via Eventbrite to control attendee lists — don’t ignore it to avoid issues with on-site payment.*** **💡 Why This Event Is Different** Most networking events end with exchanged LinkedIn profiles. This one focuses on real conversations and real opportunities. We bring together founders, investors, engineers, operators and talent in a curated environment designed to create meaningful connections. Through interactive networking rounds, open conversations and pitch opportunities, participants can share challenges, exchange insights and build relationships that last beyond the event. 🤝 **What to Expect** **Interactive Networking** Structured networking rounds where participants briefly introduce themselves, share current challenges and explore collaboration opportunities. **Talent Corner** Recruiters and hiring managers can briefly share open positions, while engineers and operators can introduce their skills and interests. **Startup Conversations** Open discussions about fundraising, product development, growth and startup challenges. **👥 Who Should Attend** • Startup founders • Investors and angels • Engineers and builders • Operators and product managers • Recruiters and HR professionals • Sales and business development professionals • Job seekers interested in startups • Newcomers to the NYC Manhattan tech ecosystem **🎤 Want to Pitch?** A limited number of founders will have the opportunity to present their startup. Selected founders will showcase their pitch deck to the audience and attending investors, followed by a short Q&A where participants can ask questions and share feedback. [Apply by sending your pitch](https://ascentvalley.com/pitch) ***Spots are limited and founders will be selected in advance.*** **💼 For Investors** We invite local investors, angels and venture capitalists to join the event. Investor participation is complimentary. After verification, investors receive access to the Ascent Valley ecosystem, including: • curated startup introductions • access to our startup digest • access to our platform and founder community [Interested investors can request verification](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd0FOsbIU0WPT79m90Xy4Q8IqDkaZAydjQ1DGpfYDKhJy7cLA/viewform)

Startup Pitch & Themed Networking New York | Unlock Your Idea

Join founders, investors and tech talent at this curated **startup networking event in New York.** Meet ambitious builders, exchange ideas and discover new opportunities in a dynamic community environment. **RSVP: [Use this link](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/startup-pitch-themed-networking-new-york-unlock-your-idea-tickets-1992425373928?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true)** **Please note that RSVP is managed via Eventbrite to control attendee lists — don’t ignore it to avoid issues with on-site payment.** Most of us are in the same loop. You have an idea. You workshop it with ChatGPT, read another newsletter, tell three friends who don't quite get it. The idea stays in your head. Or worse — it never gets the kind of pushback that would have made it sharper. Research on creative work is clear: people who articulate their idea to like-minded peers begin to understand it deeper. Quality feedback isn't validation — it's the thing that changes how you see your own work. We mix the room on purpose. Different industries see the same process from different angles — that's where value compounds. We ask for your LinkedIn in registration so we can group you with the right people, not random tables. **How the evening runs (3 stages)** **Stage 1 — Themed Networking** You vote on the night's themes through the registration form (Fundraising, HR, GTM, Product, Pricing, Hiring — whichever wins the room). We group you by background. Each group's representative shares the conversation's main takeaway on stage. Featured contributors get a Featured Founder spotlight on ascentvalley.com — that's how the conversation scales across the ecosystem. **Stage 2 — Pitches** 5 curated startups present their idea for live feedback and investor introductions. After the event, we add them to our private founder database and route their application to the right investors inside the Ascent Valley network. **Stage 3 — Chill & Network** The structured part wraps. The bar stays open. The connections you started solidify here — most of our repeat attendees say this is where the real value lands. **Who's in the room** * Accelerator representatives — talent and dealflow scouts from New York-based and EU-wide programs * Investors — angels, fund representatives, scouts from syndicates * Founders, Pre-seed to Series A — building across SaaS, AI, ClimateTech, FinTech, ConsumerTech * Operators — PMs, engineering leads, GTM leaders from scaling startups * Entrepreneurs across industries — fresh perspective is the point * Founders traveling through New York — from Tel Aviv, Berlin, London, NYC, Lisbon nodes * Hiring leads from companies actively scaling teams **About Ascent Valley** Ascent Valley is a 3-layer ecosystem: Community, DealFlow, Events. Our mission is to break local boundaries and enable cross-region growth through real connection between founders, operators, and investors. **Philosophy: [IDEA → PROCESS → RESULT.](https://ascentvalley.com "https://ascentvalley.com")**

☀️July 2026 Rooftop Meetup☀️

Hi New Gay Friends, I hope you are enjoying your summer! ☀️ Our July 2026 event will be aligned with the summer theme - it will be outdoors on the rooftop of Boxers HK! The event will be on Tuesday, July 28th, at Boxers HK (735 9th Ave in Manhattan). * It will start at 6pm and will go for a few hours! * We will have a reserved section on the terrace. * In case of bad weather, the event will still go on - we will just move inside at Boxers. I hope you can join us for some summer outdoor socialization, refreshing drinks, and of course to meet some new gay friends! As always, all are welcome. Please remember to keep your RSVP for the event current. If you have any questions please feel free to send me a message. Hope to see you there! ☀️ Your organizer, Joe

Founders, Investors & Talent Networking Mixer NYC

**Startup networking event in NYC for founders, investors and tech talent**. Meet builders and connect with Ascent Valley community. Join founders, investors and tech talent at this curated startup networking event in NYC Manhattan. Meet ambitious builders, exchange ideas and discover new opportunities in a dynamic community environment. **RSVP:** [Use this link](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/startup-networking-new-york-founders-investors-talent-mixer-tickets-1987708214778?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true) ***Please note that RSVP is managed via Eventbrite to control attendee lists — don’t ignore it to avoid issues with on-site payment.*** **💡 Why This Event Is Different** Most networking events end with exchanged LinkedIn profiles. This one focuses on real conversations and real opportunities. We bring together founders, investors, engineers, operators and talent in a curated environment designed to create meaningful connections. Through interactive networking rounds, open conversations and pitch opportunities, participants can share challenges, exchange insights and build relationships that last beyond the event. 🤝 **What to Expect** **Interactive Networking** Structured networking rounds where participants briefly introduce themselves, share current challenges and explore collaboration opportunities. **Talent Corner** Recruiters and hiring managers can briefly share open positions, while engineers and operators can introduce their skills and interests. **Startup Conversations** Open discussions about fundraising, product development, growth and startup challenges. **👥 Who Should Attend** • Startup founders • Investors and angels • Engineers and builders • Operators and product managers • Recruiters and HR professionals • Sales and business development professionals • Job seekers interested in startups • Newcomers to the NYC Manhattan tech ecosystem **🎤 Want to Pitch?** A limited number of founders will have the opportunity to present their startup. Selected founders will showcase their pitch deck to the audience and attending investors, followed by a short Q&A where participants can ask questions and share feedback. [Apply by sending your pitch](https://ascentvalley.com/pitch) ***Spots are limited and founders will be selected in advance.*** **💼 For Investors** We invite local investors, angels and venture capitalists to join the event. Investor participation is complimentary. After verification, investors receive access to the Ascent Valley ecosystem, including: • curated startup introductions • access to our startup digest • access to our platform and founder community [Interested investors can request verification](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd0FOsbIU0WPT79m90Xy4Q8IqDkaZAydjQ1DGpfYDKhJy7cLA/viewform)

A View All Their Own: An Art-full Saturday in the Lower East Side

​Trade your typical Saturday for an afternoon that feeds your curiosity, sparks new ideas, and surrounds you with remarkable art and remarkable women. **[Advance Purchase Required here](https://luma.com/Aviewalltheirown)** ## Part 1: Light Gallery Brunch & Exhibition Walk-Through ​We’ll begin the afternoon over with a light gallery brunch at Hollis Taggart Downtown, with time to connect before enjoying a guided walk-through of *[A View All Their Own](https://www.hollistaggart.com/exhibitions/239-a-view-all-their-own/?utm_source=luma)*—a compelling exhibition celebrating the creativity, vision, and lasting impact of women artists across generations. ​Together, we’ll go beyond simply viewing the work to uncover the stories, perspectives, and ideas that bring the exhibition to life. ## ​Part 2: Art-full Discovery Walk ​From there, guests are invited to continue the experience with a curated Art-full Discovery Walk through the Lower East Side, one of New York City’s most exciting destinations for contemporary art. ​As we move through a selection of galleries and exhibitions, we’ll discover emerging artistic voices, unexpected favorites, and new ways of seeing the city’s vibrant art scene. ​Whether you join us just for the gallery breakfast, or spend the full afternoon with us, you’ll have the opportunity to step away from the everyday, immerse yourself in creativity, and connect with thoughtful, culturally curious women. ## ​Why You’ll Love This Experience * ​Connect with an inspiring community of women over a relaxed gallery brunch. * ​Enjoy a guided exploration of *A View All Their Own*. * ​Discover a curated selection of Lower East Side galleries and exhibitions. * ​Engage in thoughtful conversation inspired by art and culture. * ​Leave with fresh perspectives, meaningful connections, and a new view of New York’s art scene. *** ## ​Event Details ​**Part 1: Gallery Brunch & Guided Exhibition Walk-Through** 11:00 AM Hollis Taggart Downtown \| 109 Norfolk Street ​**Part 2: Art-full Discovery Walk** 12:30–2:30 PM *(leaving from Hollis Taggart Downtown & ending near THINK Coffee on Bleecker St)* *** **[Advance Purchase Required here](https://luma.com/Aviewalltheirown)** ​ ## Tickets ​**Part 1: Gallery Brunch & Exhibition Walk-Through** *Complimentary* ​**Full Experience: Gallery Brunch + Art-full Discovery Walk** * ​**Non-members:** $45 first release; $50 day of * ​**Basic Members:** $35 first release; $40 day of * ​**Premier Members:** Complimentary > ​Learn more about Art-full Membership and join [here](https://womenofculture.org/artfull-membership-nyc?utm_source=luma). ​**Please note**: You may attend either one part of the event or the full experience. Full Experience tickets include both the gallery breakfast and the walk, so you do not need to purchase two separate tickets if you want to attend both. *** ​**Special offer:** Sign up for a **new** basic or premier Art-full membership using code **WELCOME** [here](https://www.womenofculture.org/artfull-membership?utm_source=luma), and get the discovery walk for FREE *($45 value)* by following these steps - * ​Sign up for the full experience by purchasing below * ​Sign up for the membership tier of your choice [here](https://www.womenofculture.org/artfull-membership?utm_source=luma) (use code **WELCOME** for a free trial of the basic membership) * ​You'll receive a refund for your purchase of the Art-full Discovery walk within 1-2 business days *** ## ​**More About *A View All Their Own*** ​Curated by Angelica Semmelbauer, *A View All Their Own* brings together 20 contemporary women artists whose practices span painting, sculpture, photography, mixed media, installation, and works on paper. Rather than centering on a single style or movement, the exhibition celebrates the individuality of each artist's creative process, showcasing how experimentation with materials becomes a powerful language for expressing identity, memory, perception, and personal experience. ​ **Featured Artists include:** * ​Grimanesa Amorós * ​Howardena Pindell * ​Lynda Benglis * ​Diana Al-Hadid * ​Anastasia Samoylova * ​Lina Puerta * ​Amy Wickersham * ​Kate Clark *** ## ​**About the Art-Full Membership** ​If you are not yet an Art-full member, we would love to have you join us for as little as $45/month for the basic membership, or $65/month for the upgraded Premier membership. You can [learn more about all membership levels and join here](https://womenofculture.org/artfull-membership?utm_source=luma) or reach out to alex@womenofculture.org with any questions. ​ **The membership provides:** * ​Access to *member exclusive* events like this one * ​Complimentary tickets to all online events * ​Priority access to & discounts on ALL events * ​Premier members *also* get priority access to 'culture-tunities' including free VIP passes to exclusive after-hours events at cultural institutions all over the city ​*Membership renews automatically on a monthly bases and can be cancelled at any time via the [cancellation request form here](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfnCOltWwmAxgjoUJBHStMdEEf1uiys-qhAyuGeUIT4hjzCmw/viewform?usp=sf_link&utm_source=luma).* *** **Note about tickets/ RSVP's:** * RSVPs on Meetup do NOT count as official registrations for this event, and the RSVP count on Meetup may not reflect the actual number of attendees. To attend, you must purchase a ticket, which guarantees your spot, regardless of whether you RSVP here. * All paid and confirmed attendees will receive an email from [[alex@womenofculture.org](mailto:alex@womenofculture.org)]([mailto:alex@womenofculture.org](http://mailto:alex@womenofculture.org/))] 1–2 days before the event with further details, including a link to a WhatsApp group for important updates. If you do not receive this email (make sure to check your spam as well), it likely means you did not complete registration or payment.

Sunday Gathering: Non-Religious Education Today

Looking for a community that matches your values without a dogma? Discover a vibrant, secular space where kids learn to think for themselves, care for others, and change the world. Join us for a fun, hands-on activity where adults and youth team up to experience our unique approach to empathy and social justice. Then we’ll have an open conversation, led by Ethical Education Director Samantha Stankiewicz, about what modern families truly need today. We’ll have activities for younger children this morning, too. This Gathering is at the meetinghouse and on Zoom. To receive the Zoom link, please email admin@ethicalfocus.org by noon on Friday.

ALL West Coast Swing Party! 🥳

Whether you're a beginner or a pro, alone or with a friend, everyone is welcome at our monthly ALL WCS Parties! After 1 lesson, you'll know enough moves to dance thru a song and even vary it up! 💃🏾👯‍♂️🕺 Details: h[ttps://www.facebook.com/share/1DQ9ZsPgwu/](https://www.facebook.com/share/1Agz8qbzmh/) PLACE: 🏡 G&J Studios 5 Jill Ct, Suite 15 Hillsborough, NJ DIRECTIONS: ⬇️ - Rt 206 South - Left on Raider Blvd (0.4 mi) - Right on Skyler Ln (344 ft) - Left on Jill Ct (0.1 mi) - G&J entrance is immediately after the bend in the parking lot DATE: 📆 Sunday, August 2 TIME: ⏰️ Advanced Beginner Lesson - 3:00-4:00 pm Party - 4:00-7:00 pm INSTRUCTOR: 👨🏻‍🏫 All-Star Chris Wasko COST: 💰 Lessons and/or Party = $20 Cash, Venmo, or Zel[l](https://tinyurl.com/NJWCSforBeg-Group)e at the door. GOAL: 🫶 Net proceeds from the party wil be donated to the National Dance Institute, an organization whose DREAM Project provides dance education to children with disabilities. After 3 years, we donated over $17,000!💰 https://youtu.be/1fVd5uk_ZVw?feature=shared

Summer Soirée in the East Village

[Register here](https://plantpoweredmetrony.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/neonevents/events?path=%2Fportal%2Fevents%2F51308)! Join Plant Powered Metro New York for a summer evening of mocktails, music, and wholesome appetizers at [Caravan of Dreams](https://www.caravanofdreams.net/) in the East Village, a [Plant Powered Plates](https://plantpoweredmetrony.org/plates/) participating restaurant. Enjoy a handcrafted cucumber citrus or apple ginger mocktail, and a tasting menu of seasonal favorites, including raw avocado and coconut soup, a dips and tapas sampler, homemade lasagna bites, key lime custard, and more. Between bites, enjoy live music, celebrate summer, and connect with others who share an interest in healthy, plant-powered living. *The fixed price of $42 includes the tasting menu, mocktail, and gratuity. We'll aim to offer gluten-free versions of all featured dishes, and guests are welcome to purchase additional food and beverages from the restaurant's menu.* *All reservations are requested by **12:00 PM on Sunday, August 2**. After this time, limited space may be available, and we may not be able to honor refund requests.* *Hosted by Vanessa Sossa Sánchez, PPMNY Culinary Educator*

July's Book "Hench" by Natalie Zina Walschots

NYC Catholic Singles Mixer | Age 25 - 45

## Details Join us for a fun and engaging afternoon at our Catholic Affinitas Singles Mixer, where like-minded individuals can connect, mingle, and potentially find a special someone. Whether you're looking for a partner who shares your faith or simply want to expand your social circle within the Catholic community, this event is the perfect opportunity to meet new people and form meaningful connections. Enjoy icebreakers, games, and conversations in a welcoming environment. Don't miss out on the chance to meet other Catholic singles and foster new relationships. Mark your calendars and get ready for a night of laughter, friendship, and maybe even love! Age: 25 to 45 Note: The number of attendees shown here is not an accurate representation of how many participants we will have. You must sign up using the below link. This is a paid event. Register for the event here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1992652912502?aff=oddtdtcreator

Coastal Mindfulness Walk & Picnic on the North Shore

[Register here](https://plantpoweredmetrony.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/plantpoweredmetrony/event.jsp?event=3993&)! Join Plant Powered Metro New York for a restorative summer afternoon on the North Shore, featuring mindfulness practices, gentle movement, a bring-your-own picnic lunch, and community connection in a coastal setting. Led by Natalie Zolotareva, PPMNY Nutrition Educator, the morning will begin at the [Hempstead Harbor Shoreline Park](https://maps.app.goo.gl/NAxXHpWna2zZxAPe7) trailhead with a brief guided meditation focused on sensory awareness. Next, we'll take a mindful walk along a 4-mile out-and-back coastal path at an easy pace. The walk will include guided mindfulness prompts and opportunities for conversation. After the walk, we'll gather for a second mindfulness practice for sensory awareness through sight, smell, touch, and taste prior to enjoying lunch together. Please bring comfortable walking shoes, water, and a picnic lunch in a backpack to enjoy following the program. The event will [start at the trailhead off of West Shore Road and end at Bar Beach in North Hempstead](https://maps.app.goo.gl/fdounSem3D1Xep2i9), about a 10-minute drive from the Port Washington LIRR station. Carpool rides from the station are available if requested. If you would like a ride, please contact [corey.simoneau@ppmny.org](mailto:corey.simoneau@ppmny.org) in advance to arrange pickup. *Hosted by PPMNY's Natalie Zolotareva and Corey Simoneau*