What we’re about
For the Young at Heart to Meet and Navigate their "Golden Years" with Friendship, Adventures, Humor, Goofy Laughter ... and all the FUN they can handle 😆
Group Premise: This group is for those guys and gals who are in their golden years (50+) in the New York City (or nearby) area who are not yet ready for “Shady Pines” and still possess a “wanna do” spirit and an insatiable yen to Escape from the vicissitudes of life in the concrete jungle and to Explore and Experience spontaneous fun and adventures and the occasional quirky events and building meaningful friendships with new pals and confidantes a la a certain iconic TV show from the "golden 80's" (pun intended) 😆😂🤗
Our Fun Events and Adventures: Outdoors, indoors and everything in between. Hiking, nature walks, dining out, happy hours, Broadway shows, weekend getaways, day trips, cultural activities, and much, much more.
We aim to run our Meetups full of Friendships, Goofy Laughter, some colorful Language and all the FUN you can handle 😆
Our playgrounds will be throughout the 5 boroughs of New York City and beyond ... north to Hudson Valley, east to Long Island, over the river to New Jersey … all reachable by public transportation. Once we get to know each other better, perhaps we can embark on international trips together 😜
Let’s do this Pussycats 😂🤗 Let’s be pals and confidantes as we travel down the golden road of life and back again and create lasting memories and friendships as we enjoy everything that our golden years have to offer! 🤗😂😎
Group founded: August 1, 2025
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Picture It ... NYC ... Summer StreetsDyckman Street Station (A train line), New York, NY
Let's get outside and walk the Summer Streets walk for fresh air, fitness and camaraderie with new friends.
Summer Streets is an annual celebration of New York City's most valuable public space – our streets.
- On select Saturdays from 7am to 3pm, the usual traffic noise and honking horns will be replaced by open streets teeming with walkers, bikers, runners, and performers. Discover a wealth of free cultural programs, performances, fitness classes, interactive art, giveaways, and much more as you experience the city in a whole new way.
- This year Summer Streets returns with more streets than ever before! Celebrate New York City’s 400th anniversary by exploring over 400 blocks of car-free fun, fitness, and live entertainment as the city’s streets transform into playgrounds for all to enjoy.
MEETING POINT: Dyckman Street subway station on the A train line at 8AM. We'll then walk the Summer Streets route from Dyckman Street and Broadway all the way to Brooklyn Street subway station (in Manhattan) on the 4/5/6 train line.
AGENDA: We'll do the reverse of the August 9 route. Rest stops along the way at:
- Broadway between West 110 Street and Dyckman Street
- Adam Clayton Powell Jr Boulevard between West 110 Street and West 125 Street
- East 110 Street between Park Avenue and Broadway
- Lafayette Street and Park Avenue between Brooklyn Bridge and East 110 Street
Total Mileage is about 12 miles from start to finish.
At the end of the walk, optional walk across the Brooklyn Bridge into Brooklyn where we'll grab celebratory eats and drinks before calling it a day.
IMPORTANT:
- Dress for the weather
- Wear suitable shoes for the walk
- Bring snacks and water for yourself
- Bring positive attitude and a smile
- Be flexible to whatever the day might bring
DURATION: No guarantee but I hope to finish by 3PM. The car-free route reopens to cars at 3PM.
LIABILITY WAIVER: come prepared. Participate at your own risks. Hold no one liable etc. etc.
- Picture It ... Hudson Valley ... A Hike on the OCA part 1 of 4Grand Central Terminal, New York, NY$2.00
This Summer come join us as we embark on hiking the entire 41 miles on the Old Croton Aqueduct (OCA) trail section by section over multiple weekends.
FIRST UP: We will start the OCA journey in CROTON HARMON and then head north to the New Croton Dam to end in OSSINING. Total mileage will be 9 MOSTLY FLAT MILES.
Post-hike, we'll do an optional CEVICHE and COCKTAILS dinner at Karma Lounge located right next to the OCA trail in Ossining!
ABOUT THE OCA: The Old Croton Aqueduct (OCA) was NYC's first water supply system. It was built between 1837 and 1842 as the solution to the city's over population and the twin scourges of fires and diseases, and served as NYC's first water supply system with fresh water delivered from Westchester all the way to Bryant Park/42nd Street. The Aqueduct remained in service until 1965 when it was supplanted by the New Croton Dam and other newer reservoirs.
Today, the unused OCA pipe remains underground, but above it is a scenic path that winds through urban centers and small communities and passes numerous historic sites, preserves, a museum highlighting the construction of the Aqueduct, and through the backyards of many private residential homes.
Links to read more about the OCA: HERE and HERE
GETTING THERE: We'll meet at Grand Central to take the 8:55AM Metro-North to CROTON HARMON.
NOTE: You can also take the same train from any station OUTSIDE of GC. Just make sure to check www.mta.info for exact train schedule from your boarding station.
AGENDA:
- Once we arrive in CROTON HARMON, we'll proceed over city streets to make our way on to the OCA trail, making our way NORTH to the very scenic New Croton Dam.
- After lunch, we'll continue on heading SOUTH to eventually reach OSSINING where our day will end.
- POST-HIKE, for those interested, we'll have eats and drinks at the Karma Lounge located right on the OCA trail in Ossining where they serve AMAZING CEVICHE!!!
- AT THE END OF THE DAY, for return trip, we'll leave from OSSINING station where there are at least 2 trains (local and express) leaving Ossining to NYC every hour.
HIKE INTENSITY: This will be an EASY BREEZY hike and walk through packed-dirt paths running through a forest, while some parts are asphalt and concrete streets and sidewalks. NOTE: there is one small - about 200-feet descent - from the OCA trail onto paved road en route to the New Croton Dam.
TOTAL MILEAGE: About 9 MILES
DURATION: This is an all-day event.
PACE: We go at LEISURELY PACE AND NO ONE WILL BE LEFT BEHIND. We will have stops for water breaks, lunch break, take time to hug some trees along the way, taking time to smell and savor the sight and sounds of nature. NO FAST HIKERS!!!
THE IMPORTANT STUFF:
- Dress in non-cotton layers.
- Wear appropriate shoes suitable for hiking -
- Bring at least 3 liters of liquid to stay hydrated.
- Bring lunch and snacks for yourself.
- Bring a sense of adventure and a positive attitude. A smile also goes a long way. Please leave the drama and crankiness at home.
WEATHER: Rain cancels!
MEETUP FEE: a $2.00 Meetup fee will be collected in person to help defray the cost of keeping this group going
LIABILITY WAIVER: come prepared. Participate at your own risks. Hold no one liable, etc. etc.
