What we’re about
The Purpose of This Group:.
Please note: A membership requirement is to have a clear profile photograph and a brief conversation with the Organizer, Lynda Cesiro (203) 273-6675. Please answer the questions and text your name and best date/time you're available to talk.
***BYOJ***
BRING YOUR OWN JOY
Hello friends,
It’s time to refresh the purpose of this MeetUp group.
At its heart, this group is here to share information and opportunities. You’ll see that some events are listed as FYI | UNHOSTED.
UNHOSTED — meaning I may not always be present. Please feel free to attend anyway! You might meet a neighbor or someone with similar interests.
This is mostly a local group, so chances are we may already know one another, or share mutual friends. When you RSVP for an event, take a moment to connect with another attendee through the MeetUp app — it’s a great way to have a friendly face to meet up with once you’re there.
Our yearly event is River of Roses, a fundraiser for Breast Cancer Survivors, SurviveOARS that compete at HOTC and other rowing competitions.
Always sometime in October.
I ask that you give a donation. Please attend too! Sunday, October 12th, 2025
🌹 River of Roses is back this October! 🌹
Honor a loved one, celebrate survivors, and support breast cancer warriors by sponsoring a bag of roses to be released into the Saugatuck River. 💗
Every rose tells a story. Every donation makes a difference.
👉 Donate today and be part of the River of Roses.
Above all, come prepared to put your best foot forward — and remember to
BYOJ: Bring Your Own Joy.
I look forward to seeing you at future events.
Warmly,
Lynda Cesiro
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### A Few Housekeeping Notes
I spend many hours researching and curating events, drawing on 20+ years of community involvement. Please keep these requests in mind so this group stays enjoyable for everyone:
- Reviews & Ratings:
If you leave a review, please take a moment to give it your full attention. If you’re short on time, wait until you can. A quick or distracted review can come across unfairly. If you don’t feel a 5-star rating is deserved, I’d much rather you reach out to me directly to share your feedback. - Events & Money Matters:
In the past, group outings involving shared bills became challenging. To keep things simple (and stress-free), I now post only 3rd-party events. That means you’ll pay directly at the venue and handle your own check — including tax and tip. Please plan ahead: check the location, allow for traffic, know where to park, and bring what you need. - Connecting in Person:
With over 300 members, names and photos can be tricky to match. If we haven’t met before, or only briefly, I may not recognize you right away. That’s why I ask new members to connect with me before being approved — it helps put a face to the name and keeps our group more personal. - Attendance & Communication:
MeetUp is known for “no-shows.” Unless you’ve contacted me ahead of time, I won’t be specifically looking for you at an event. During events, I try to stay present with members and friends, so I’m not available to text back and forth at the last minute. Please plan accordingly so we all have a smoother experience.
Thank you for your understanding and for respecting the time and energy I put into this group. Let’s keep it a welcoming and enjoyable space for everyone!
Warmly,
Lynda
Upcoming events
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BYOJ-Bruce Museum-Greenwich, CT: Miho Hatori boundary-pushing music artist
Bruce Museum, 1 Museum Drive, Greenwich, CT, USAnother BYOJ Event!!
Performance by Miho Hatori - “Autonomous”
Need to Reserve TICKETS- Reception starts at 1:30pm, Music Event starts at 2pm, Tickets allow visiting from 10a-4pmInspired by Isamu Noguchi’s: Metal the Mirror galvanized steel sculptures, Miho Hatori will perform a sound piece in honor of his work.
Please join me for a fun & uplifting musical performance this
Sunday, November 9th at the Bruce Museum, starting at 1:30p
Looking forward to seeing you there. Please remember to BYOJ!
Warmly,
LyndaSound is introduced into the interior of the sculpture without physical contact, where it reflects and resonates—forming a non-contact feedback loop. These reflections are captured and shaped into a base track, which serves as the foundation for live improvisation. Rather than a controlled system, the work explores feedback as resonance—a poetic, autonomous exchange between sculpture, space, and sound.
1:30–3:30pm: Join us for a light bites reception at 1:30pm; the performance will begin at 2pm.Miho Hatori is a boundary-pushing artist, music producer, vocalist, improviser, sound designer, and DJ, recognized for her innovative approach to sound and performance. She first gained international recognition as a member of the legendary NYC group Cibo Matto.
Her latest album, Between Isekai and Slice of Life, was released under her name. She has also released projects under New Optimism, Miss Information, Salon Mondialité (a conceptual performance piece inspired by Édouard Glissant), Smokey, and Miho (a project inspired by Candomblé music). In addition, she contributed to the first Gorillaz album and has collaborated with artists such as the Beastie Boys, John Zorn, and many more.
Miho’s creative style is fluid and borderless, blending music, sound, and visual art. Her work challenges boundaries, exploring new perspectives and vision in today’s archipelagic world, while addressing themes of storytelling, human consciousness, marine environmental concerns, and the resilience arising from the historical impacts of colonialism.
Originally from Tokyo, Miho has been living and working in NYC for too many years, since 1994.
Photo by Margaret Lee.5 attendees
Indigo: Lecture & Demo-A Journey Through Botanical Color, Culture, and Chemistry
Greenwich Botanical Center, 130 Bible St, Cos Cob, CT, USWednesday, December 3, 2025 | 6:30-8PM | GBC Gallery
Lecture & Demo - Indigo: A Journey Through Botanical ColorPlease text me after purchasing your reservation and upon arriving that evening. I've a big event the next day, Co-Hosting a Christmas Party at Christ Church. Hopefully, I'll try to make it that night. Otherwise, please settle in and enjoy the evening's lecture and demo.
Warmly, Lynda 🎨Wednesday, December 3, 2025 | 6:30-8PM | GBC Gallery
$15/Member | $25/Non Member
Join Indigo expert, Laura Berkowitz Gilbert of Tocco Studio, and step into the rich, vibrant world of indigo, one of nature’s most iconic and enduring natural dyes. In this one-hour lecture and live demonstration, discover how a single pigment has shaped cultures, economies, and artistic traditions across centuries and continents.
From the ancient dye vats of Egypt to the intricate resist-dye techniques of Japan’s shibori and the bold textiles of West Africa, this presentation traces the diverse species of indigo-bearing plants and the global stories they tell. Learn how indigo helped build fortunes and how its cultivation was central to economies in India and pre-colonial America.
Delve into the unique chemistry of the indigo vat and uncover what sets it apart from other natural dyes. The highlight of the event will be a live dyeing demonstration using itajime shibori, a traditional Japanese resist technique, followed by the always-thrilling reveal of the dyed cloth.
Perfect for those passionate about plants, history, and the textile arts, this lecture offers a rare opportunity to see the magic of indigo in action—and to engage directly during a concluding Q&A. Come to learn more about this fascinating plant-based dye—and leave with a deeper appreciation for the blue that changed the world.1 attendee
The Nutcracker at The Stamford Palace, Saturday December 13th at 2pm
Stamford Center for the arts- Palace Theatre, 61 atlantic street, Stamford, CT, USTHE NUTCRACKER BALLET -A HOLIDAY SEASON TRADITION 🩰
BUY TICKETS - CLICK THIS LINKSeating Map - I have Grand Central Right Seats Row C Seat 126 & 128 Standard Admission
There are more seats in that row. If you prefer another seat, as of the time of posting, there are some seats available in the
Mezzanine Center Right Rows D, E & F.
You're welcome to purchase any seats. After purchasing your seats please text me and also upon arrival at the theatre. Let's consider meeting afterwards for an afternoon Aperitif.The Holiday Mood will be upon us this mid-December day.
Wear your festive best or come comfortable and casual,
all are welcome.Looking forward to seeing you there!!!
Warmly, Lynda ✨✨✨December 13th performances will feature New York City Ballet principal dancers INDIANA WOODWARD and JOVANI FURLAN. Miss Woodward is making her Connecticut Ballet debut.
Connecticut Ballet’s production of ‘The Nutcracker’ returns for an exciting run of shows at The Palace on Saturday December 13.
Artistic Director’s acclaimed staging of the Tchaikovsky classic is made even more spectacular by guest performances by stars from the New York City Ballet. This year marks the production’s 41st anniversary!
Each performance is followed by a meet-and-greet opportunity with the guest stars in the theatre lobby.1 attendee
Past events
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