Mystery Science Theater 3000

You love improv and you love to challenge yourself. You’ve done the work, taken the classes, been to the drop-ins, and maybe even performed live improv in the past. Now you want more. But you don't want the commitment. This is a stand-alone session with seasoned performers who are coming off of a recent sellout show! **Here’s what makes this one different:** * This Lab is focused on *your* improv development. * You're stepping in with performers who have performed in front of live audiences. * People who take this seriously. * Who show up sharp. * Who will challenge you in the best way * This Lab is also a potential path to joining us in our next live Comedy Improv Show *** **👥 What you can expect:** * Full-length scenes with real character depth * Work with improvisers who’ve been doing this for years * A format designed to push your instincts, not just your timing * Actual stage time — not exercises that keep you on the sidelines **It’s fast-paced, focused, and built for performers who want to... perform!** 🙌 If you want in: RSVP with your experience level. We’re not here to judge anyone — we just want to keep the room tight and the scenes solid. Bottom line: If you’ve been craving reps that matter — the kind that leave you buzzing and a little wrecked — you’ll feel at home here. This is for the ones who are ready to actually work. ***901 Innovation - Where Performance Meets Purpose!***

**[Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Group](https://nyccounseling.com/narcissistic-abuse-recovery-group/)** Feeling confused, beaten down, dominated, exhausted, or exploited by a partner, parent, or someone close to you, our group will cover: * The contrast between public persona and coercive control in private * Love bombing, idealization, future faking, devaluation, and hoovering * How intermittent reinforcement & breadcrumbing make leaving hard * Navigating the escalating abuse when you see "behind their masks" and/or leave * How to understand, disengage, and recover from a trauma bond * Surviving and thriving after your heart and soul have been shattered Logistics * Wednesdays 11:30-12:30--for parents recovering from "high-conflict divorce" * Meets Virtually * $125/session * Discounts for prepayment * Reimbursable out-of-network For information and to register * Call 212-777-NYCC (6922) * Email info@nyccounseling.com

**This group is open 24/7.** **There are no set times. Whom ever is available at the time. You just send a text in the group chat or call in and take it from there.** If you haven’t received the WhatsApp group url link, please register first. Then a message should be sent out with the url link. **Reminders for this group:** - This group is about encouragement, support, networking in the world of analytics. - Struggling with job search? Networking? Mentorship? Maybe, we can share what we have gone thru and working on each day. - Welcome to all analysts & data related individuals, mentors, virtual assistants that are looking to help analysts with their job search or current role. - Project collaboration? Maybe we can create a Project together and showcase it on our portfolio websites and various social media sites to show potential employers our skill sets and experience. How's that sound? Send Carmelo a message if you are interested in this! **Rules to follow in this group:** - No bullying, hate talking, disrespect - Encouragement welcomed - Support welcomed - Mentorship and guidance welcomed in our job search - Networking encouraged - Safe space to share our trials and struggles in our journey in analytics ✅️Any questions or clarification, please reach out to me at anytime- Carmelo.

Coworking for writers in your area! Join us for some focused writing time. All writers and all experience levels are welcome and don’t worry, no one will see what you've written. This session is about getting your writing done and meeting other writers in your area. When you show up, say hello to everyone, grab a drink and/or food, and get your writing tools ready. Once you’re all settled, take some time to chat with your fellow writers. Once everyone’s arrived, I will lead quick introductions and then set the timer for our quiet and focused writing session. **6:30-7:00: Socialize & Mingle 7:00-8:00: Focused Hour of Writing 8:00-end: Socialize, Write More, or explore Bad Therapy (an awesome space)** Afterward, we’ll have time to chat and get to know each other. We often talk about our successes and challenges as writers. If you don’t have time to stick around, no worries! Venue Guidelines: Please thank our hosts by purchasing something.

News Flash -- New videos are up 0n the YOUTUBE channel. [https://youtu.be/WMC-NSg_Sr0?si=tO9S0DLIxqjbpuwB](https://youtu.be/WMC-NSg_Sr0?si=tO9S0DLIxqjbpuwB&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExWUhwbWY2R1JBZkx1c1kwTAEe0ZjENYiGn9EvJvCbVd-FsbuKPvRO4UybAPOzBLxank9Y6lUwKq6yMiNedjQ_aem_sxu_sS-O8HR7ivVLdCYHKA) All ages...ALL skills welcome. All club members/players get 25% of food purchases !!! Come play some chess, make friends, eat, and have a great time playing 'The Game Of Kings'. They also have an outside area, where members can play in, once the weather gets warmer. Remember, the chess is free, the venue isn't. So please patronize the host. How can you not...at 25% off !!! The discount is applied to those sitting and playing a game. This will prevent people walking in, saying they're a member, and walking out after making a purchase. Bruno's is playing this by ear. Also, understand, Bruno's is the our ONLY venue offering our members this deal. Let me see, the penne a la vodka with two meatballs is DELICIOUS. That's my go to. The sandwiches are huge. Also delicious. Nice variety of baked deserts. Hard to not stuff my face every time I go. I've gotten a lot of the members onto the pasta. They all acknowledge it's very very good. We have sets, but if you can bring your own...its never bad to have extras. We're currently over 500 adult members. It's close to 600 adult members if we include our members in the 'Boardgame Division'. No idea how many kids. Join the group on Facebook, under the same name. Answer the membership questions, and agree to the group rules, so you won't be surprised when you're declined...because you DIDN'T answer the membership questions and agree to the group rules. Looking forward to meeting all the new members and players from that part of town. Friday nights we're at Joe's Pizza. for a chess event. We added 'OJ Macs', but they're on hold until spring now, as it's gotten too cold and we used to play in their spacious back area. Mom and Pop Shop Collectibles have been added to the schedule on Saturdays from 6pm to 10pm. That's a 'Combo all games Event'. On nice days we have Sunday Outdoor Chess at Morris Park on 47th and Broadway. As of October 21 we won't be ending it, because its too cold. We'll pick up again next Spring. We also have Combo Nights at 'The Vic'. Those are on Monday nights. They purchased their own sets for customers to use whenever they want. Combo nights is boardgames & chess being played. Bring whatever boardgame you want, and go at it. We usually have Scrabble, Uno, Skip Bo, Dominoes, Life ...just to name a few. So, don't miss out on a good time...and some good food and drink.

Come meet some board game designers, play some unreleased games, and maybe even make some new friends! **Come up to 305 (3rd floor, turn RIGHT once you get out of elevators)! If locked out, CALL ‪**(718) 819-7754 **(do not text)** **If you just want to play some games**...RSVP and show up! Attendance will be taken so if you RSVP, please try to attend. Repeat no-shows will be waitlisted for future events. **If you do still want to playtest YOUR game**...RSVP, FILL out this form prior to the event ([LINK HERE](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1AZWPwXRjJirmulM84KtRP1adLfglhovBc7zG7GIpemI/edit?usp=sharing)), and pay a $10 fee [HERE](https://www.zeffy.com/ticketing/board-game-playtesting) (helps cover GUMBO expenses such as electricity, cleanup, etc.). Your spot is not confirmed until payment is made. If the spots are full, you are welcome to come as playtester but we not be able to playtest your game. ***GUMBO Patreon Members ([here](https://www.patreon.com/gumbonyc)) have priority access and can playtest their games for free!*** **If you would like to stay updated about future NYC playtesting events, we created a new discord channel:** [https://discord.gg/8xArPjKpqk](https://discord.gg/8xArPjKpqk)

**MEETUP ONLY ALLOWS 10 PEOPLE PER EVENT, BUT THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. USE PARTIFUL LINK TO FOLLOW THIS EVENT AND SPREAD THE WORD!** https://partiful.com/e/ykpNpj6nqewM8Gk3ZlHZ Bad Movie Night Brooklyn is back, and we'll be celebrating Valentine's Day with our most romantic and sensual movie yet! A movie that dares to ask the question: "What if Man's Best Friend was also Woman's Best Romantic Option?" It's **Love on a Leash**, a notoriously bizarre film from the deeper depths of the Bad Movie iceberg, but hailed in the same breaths as other Bad Movie staples like The Room and Fateful Findings! A movie that defies all logic and sanity, Love on a Leash features a dozen increasingly weird plot points, a racist singing dog, and a story about reincarnation that'll restore your faith in true love! Or maybe it won't. Idk dawg, but this movie is nuts. Plot: Lisa has all but given up on finding her Mr. Right, but when she takes in a stray golden retriever named Prince, she gets far more than she bargained for. That's because this dog has a secret: at night, he turns into a human man! Cursed by a spirit to become a dog until he finds true love, Prince thinks Lisa may finally be the one to break the spell. But as we know, relationships are never easy, and sometimes love comes... on a leash. Pre-Show will start at 8, with the movie starting about 20 minutes after. Seating is first come, first served. Outside food is allowed, but grab a drink. You're definitely going to need one for this!

Join us on **Saturday, February 21st**, as we return to The Town School's theater for the screening of our very first challenge of Season 3! We'll be watching the incredible short films made for this challenge, kicking off the *official* start to our third season, which will run the entirety of 2026. **Note that no food or drink are allowed** and that the theater is inside of an elementary/middle school, so please be mindful and respectful of the space and arrive promptly at 1:00pm. **In order to keep the group going as it grows into new spaces, we are accepting donations at a suggested price of $10. Our mission to keep filmmaking free and accessible to all remains the same, so these funds go strictly towards operating costs. This donation is not required to attend, but your contributions go towards a great cause.** Submit films for Challenge 1 [HERE](https://shortcutsnyc.com/submit) **Deadline to submit is Thursday, February 19th by 11:59pm.** Challenge Rules for S3C1 (December 6 - February 21): * Rule 1 (Form): **Silhouette** * Rule 2 (Wildcard): **Required Line: "No One Understands"** **For S3C1, you have until February 19 to shoot a short film that utilizes at least one silhouette (get creative!) and includes the required line (spoken or written, but prominently featured), "No one understands". Do your homework! Get creative with the line. How can you subvert expectations with these elements?** * ***NOTE: If these guidelines are not met there is a high probability that your film will not be shown. Short Cuts is a learning community so you MUST learn what these rules are before planning for your film. We prioritize films that are submitted on time, are 5 minutes and under, and have the director present. Films that are submitted on time and follow the rules will be shown in ascending runtime order, and then everything submitted late will be after. No generative AI films or films largely enhanced by generative AI.*** *** At the end of the event, we will provide everyone with two randomly drawn rules from a hat as guidelines for participating in future challenges. Afterwards, you will have the opportunity to create short films following these rules. At the next meeting, you will get the opportunity to show off your film, watch what others have made, and receive the next challenge's randomly drawn rules! Note that **no** experience is required, and all you need is a camera and a way to edit and upload your film. **Short Cuts** is a group of independent filmmakers challenging themselves to create short films every \~4 weeks following a number of randomly drawn rules. Each meeting, filmmakers have the opportunity to show off their films and watch others, as well as draw the rules for the next film challenge. This group welcomes any experience level, from those who have never touched a camera, written a script, or acted in a film to seasoned veterans looking for a challenge. **DONATE:** [https://www.nyfa.org/projects/project-info/?id=CA2043](https://www.nyfa.org/projects/project-info/?id=CA2043) **INSTAGRAM:** [https://www.instagram.com/shortcutsny/](https://www.instagram.com/shortcutsny/) **DISCORD:** [https://discord.gg/XQud4Hqeen](https://discord.gg/XQud4Hqeen) **WEBSITE:** [https://shortcutsnyc.com](https://shortcutsnyc.com)

This free in-house training program is aimed at improving science communication and science literacy in non-academic settings. Biology interns from Montclair State University are participating, and the program is open to community members ages 18 to 80-plus. Together, we will explore why science matters, what current research says about effective communication, and how to design and deliver evidence-based science events and workshops for diverse audiences that lead to information retention and spark curiosity. Participants will not only learn new approaches but will have opportunities to practice and refine them in real-world settings. The training is most Fridays through May 29, 2 to 5 pm, at the Society's meetinghouse. You may [get more details and register](https://ethicalfocus.org/science-literacy). We'd love to have you on the team!

**\*TO ATTEND GET TICKETS AT -** [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/play-date-new-kind-of-speed-dating-sold-out-for-men-tickets-1982011580993](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/play-date-new-kind-of-speed-dating-sold-out-for-men-tickets-1982011580993) (\*Our last one sold out quickly, especially for men, so get your ticket ASAP.) Come check out this unique twist on speed dating. Join us for a unique social event for singles in NYC (20s, 30s, 40s)! Make new social connections, win raffle prizes and meet other fun singles! **HOW IT WORKS:** Our friendly host will welcome everyone and then you'll be grouped off into separate tables where you'll get to meet, chat with and play fun social games with other singles in small groups of about 4 or 5 people. Then, similar to traditional speed dating, you'll rotate from table to table getting a chance to meet all the other singles in attendance. You'll be handed a "match sheet" and at the end of the event you'll be able to indicate people you'd like to talk to again in the future. If they also choose you, our host will send you each others' contact information within about 24 hours after the event and you can feel free to set up a date with them. Let's face it, we're all tired of swiping over and over again on people who may or may not look like or be like the person they're portraying on the apps. A Play & Date speed dating event is a much better way to meet someone because you actually get to meet singles in person and really get to know them. This is entirely new and revolutionary type of speed dating event! We love the idea of traditional speed dating but sometimes it's hard to come up with things to talk about. That's why at a Play & Date speed dating event you'll have fun, easy games to play to get to know everyone instead of dealing with the usual dating "job interview" type questions. We find that it's a much better way to get to know someone! **WIN PRIZES:** You'll enjoy an evening of meeting new people, fun social interactions and games... No skill necessary, just a bit of luck! Our friendly host will be orchestrating the event and making introductions among the group. You'll participate in several games during the evening while getting a chance to interact with all members of the opposite sex. Win a game, get a raffle ticket for chances to win prizes! **WHY IT WORKS:** Through the years we've organized many speed dating events. We had a host that would sometimes invite the guests to stay around if they wanted to after the event to play some games. She would bring some fun interactive games and casino type games of chance/luck with her. We noticed something fascinating start to happen! More people would make connections at the games after the event than at the actual speed dating! That led us to creating this event. It's the perfect way to meet people in this busy city! **WHAT GAMES WILL WE BE PLAYING:** They are simple but extremely fun games that don't require much skill... they are mostly fun games of luck and chance to get the crowd mingling and having a good time. The fun games are set up to break the ice, help you gauge compatibility and make quality connections. Some of the games are similar to the most popular party games, others are like casino games that involve rolling dice and some are a little bit different but we assure you... they are really, really fun and you don't need to know how to play anything in particular (ie. we won't be playing blackjack or poker or anything like that). **FAQs:** How many people will be participating? We usually have between 20 and 30 or so people in attendance. We don't exactly gender balance the event occasionally we have a few more women than men and sometimes we have a few more men than women. Either way we make sure you get to meet a good amount of singles of the opposite gender. Can I come alone? Yes about 75% of those attending will be coming solo. But you can also invite friends to join you. Everyone must have a ticket to enter. Is there a dress code? No specific dress code. We just suggest "neat casual" *\*\* IMPORTANT QUICK NOTE: PLEASE ARRIVE ON TIME. THIS EVENT STARTS PROMPTLY AT 8:00 PM. IF YOU ARE MORE THAN 15 MINUTES LATE YOU WON'T BE ABLE TO PARTICIPATE SO PLEASE MAKE SURE TO ARRIVE ON TIME OR A LITTLE BIT EARLY. THE BAR WILL BE OPEN SO FEEL FREE TO ARRIVE EARLY AND HAVE A DRINK AT THE BAR BEFORE THE EVENT STARTS*

Megan R. King, Collections Manager at Rutgers Chrysler Herbarium, will provide an introduction to herbaria, what they are, their intended purposes, and the value they hold today. Herbarium collections have been around for hundreds of years, yet the methods of collecting plants have changed very little. With the advancements in science and technology, the value of herbaria steadily increases, providing data for research related to climate change, biodiversity, evolution, and conservation. Learn not only what an herbarium is, but how plants are pressed and preserved, how data is shared globally, and opportunities to get involved and for visit inga local herbarium, such as the Chrysler Herbarium at Rutgers University. 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.

**\*TO ATTEND GET TICKETS -** [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/love-is-blind-speed-dating-20s-30s-tickets-1976247014018](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/love-is-blind-speed-dating-20s-30s-tickets-1976247014018) (\**Limited # of Women save $10 using discount code "10" at checkout. Our events are co-organized by multiple groups so don't pay attention to RSVPs. These events are well attended. Must pay in advance to attend.)* **Be prepared to experience a speed dating like no other! Since this event first debuted, mutually connecting matches have been increased by 20% on average for both genders! This speed dating event is a mind blowing cerebral and surreal experience!** Here is how it will work: Women will first have girlfriend connect time, playing complimentary pool and ping pong over complimentary cocktails in a private area separated from the men. Speed dating will then begin! The men will be donning a blind fold while the ladies will rotate for each round. For ladies and men, there will be special optional questions to ask to heighten the experience, but it is not mandatory! After the speed dating, the genders will be separated once more while the matches are selected and then handed in! There will be a complimentary after party in which everyone can mix and mingle over complimentary pool, ping pong, giant jenga and other cool games, for every drink purchased, your next will be half off the entire evening! Your matches will be emailed to you the morning with the option to leave your contact number in addition to email. What to expect: * **Up to 30 singles who are ready to become acquainted** * **Complimentary drink for ladies before 7pm** * **For men, every beverage that is purchased your next will be half off the entire evening (1 minimum drink required)** * **Complimentary ping pong, billiards for ladies pre/post speed dating** * **Unique speed dating that is rapidly becoming very popular** * **Your matches delivered the next day guaranteed** * **Live DJ after speed dating ends** FAQs: **How many will attend?** We get a good mix of singles in their 20s & 30s and do our best to keep the genders as even as possible. **Can I come alone?** Yes, about 90% come on their own. **How much?** $35-$40 depending upon when you get ticket and spots left 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)**

**MEETUP ONLY ALLOWS 10 PEOPLE PER EVENT, BUT THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. USE PARTIFUL LINK TO FOLLOW THIS EVENT AND SPREAD THE WORD!** https://partiful.com/e/00JdaH0ntqeQOgms6Laq Bad Movie Night Brooklyn is invading **Young Ethel's**, for a very special, very festive St. Patrick's Day Screening of a movie from a franchise so infamous, that legally I'm not allowed to reveal what it is! That's right, the boys in legal need me to keep things under wraps this time around, but trust me when I say it's a perfect movie to celebrate the occasion! Put on something green, guard your pot of gold, and follow the rainbow to Young Ethel's. This seasonally-fitting horror flick features a magical creature making his big (or small) debut in Las Vegas, ready to unleash chaos and magic on some unsuspecting sinners! An overlooked entry in this infamous series, it featured a slew of additions to the lore deemed so bizarre, that they never came up in the franchise since! So grab a pint of Guinness and a shot of Jameson, and get ready to watch something exceptionally silly. Movie will start at 9pm. Outside food is allowed.

The Genesis Gallery at Nova Omnia is thrilled to present its inaugural exhibition, featuring work by artist **Jennifer Ahn**. For this first installation, our main lobby will be transformed into a shared space for visual art, reflection, and conversation. **Jennifer Ahn will be present and will offer brief remarks during the evening.** Join us for an opening night reception welcoming friends of Nova Omnia, fellow artists, and members of the wider community to experience the work, meet the artist, and celebrate the launch of the Genesis Gallery together. *Light refreshments will be provided.* **This is a free event. We kindly ask that you please RSVP here:** [https://www.novaomnia.nyc/jennifer-ahn-reception#rsvp](https://www.novaomnia.nyc/jennifer-ahn-reception#rsvp)

Long before we were debating the ethics of **Agentic AI** or the security of edge systems, **[The Twilight Zone](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Twilight_Zone_(1959_TV_series))** was exploring these same dilemmas on a black and white screen. Between 1959 and 1964, **the popular show served as a speculative sandbox for the postwar technological boom**. It provided a roadmap for both the shining promises and the darker corners of innovation that we are currently navigating in 2026. It provided early evidence of how humans would eventually interact with complex, connected ecosystems. Join author and designer **[Arlen Schumer ](https://arlenschumer.com/)**— the creator of **[Visions from The Twilight Zone](https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1672049.Visions_from_the_Twilight_Zone)** and the new book **[The Five Themes of The Twilight Zone ](https://arlenschumer.com/product/the-five-themes-of-the-twilight-zone-by-arlen-schumer/)**— as he examines more than a dozen classic episodes that brilliantly anticipated the technological struggles of our own century. **Complete your FREE RSVP here:** **[https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1979900491668](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1979900491668)** In collaboration with the **[National Arts Club](https://www.nacnyc.org/)** and its **[Art and Technology Committee](https://www.nacnyc.org/arts-and-programs/committees)**, this is a specialized opportunity to hear directly from an expert whose work sits at **the intersection of historical media, hardware deconstruction, and the architectural foundations of our modern tech stack**; helping technologists understand how to present and build systems with code, data, and machine logic. **What You Will Learn** * **Autonomous Logic:** How the series predicted the sensor-heavy ecosystems required for machine decision-making and smart city infrastructure. * **Deconstructed Hardware:** Identifying the shift from single-purpose devices to the personal digital ecosystems of wearables and haptics we use today. * **Intelligence as Disruption:** Connecting early speculative tech to the current rise of Agentic AI models and industrial automation. Reserve your spot and **arrive early**. Space is limited. **Complete your FREE RSVP here:** **[https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1979900491668](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1979900491668)**

Please, répondez sil vous plaît (RSVP) whether you are joining or not. Come join [The New York City Sci-Fi/Fantasy MeetUp Group](https://www.meetup.com/scifi-22/), for some conversation, discussion, socializing and some fun. Share your affections, enthusiasms, interests and knowledge for Science Fiction and/or Fantasy, during [The New York City Sci-Fi/Fantasy MeetUp Group](https://www.meetup.com/scifi-22/)'s "[The New York City Sci-Fi/Fantasy MeetUp Group March MeetUp](https://www.meetup.com/scifi-22/events/313071279/)", on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at 6:30 PM. Join other like minded individuals in sharing our common affections, enthusiasms, interests and knowledge for Science Fiction and/or Fantasy, at [The New York City Sci-Fi/Fantasy MeetUp Group](https://www.meetup.com/scifi-22/)'s "[The New York City Sci-Fi/Fantasy MeetUp Group March MeetUp](https://www.meetup.com/scifi-22/events/313071279/)", on Third Tier/Uppermost/Second Floor, NOT the entresol/mezzanine level, seating area of [Food Gallery 32](https://www.foodgallery32nyc.com/). To possibly find [The New York City Sci-Fi/Fantasy MeetUp Group](https://www.meetup.com/scifi-22/), please, search for and seek out [The New York City Sci-Fi/Fantasy MeetUp Members](https://www.meetup.com/scifi-22/members/), on the Third Tier/Uppermost Level/Second Floor, NOT the entresol/mezzanine level, seating area of [Food Gallery 32](https://www.foodgallery32nyc.com/). There will likely be a paper sign reading, "[The New York City Sci-Fi/Fantasy MeetUp Group](https://www.meetup.com/scifi-22/)". To possibly recognize the [Assistant Organizer](https://www.meetup.com/members/73264/group/137667/) of [The New York City Sci-Fi/Fantasy MeetUp Group](https://www.meetup.com/scifi-22/) and the [MeetUp Event Host](https://www.meetup.com/members/73264/group/137667/) it is perhaps advisable to view their [MeetUp Member Profile picture](https://www.meetup.com/members/73264/group/137667/). Viewing [MeetUp Member Profile pictures](https://www.meetup.com/scifi-22/members/) of fellow [The New York City Sci-Fi/Fantasy MeetUp Members](https://www.meetup.com/scifi-22/members/) might be of some assistance as well. [Food Gallery 32](https://www.foodgallery32nyc.com/) is located at [11 West 32nd Street (Korea Way), between Fifth Avenue and Broadway, in KoreaTown, Manhattan](https://www.google.com/maps/place/11+W+32nd+St,+New+York,+NY+10001). And as [Food Gallery 32](https://www.foodgallery32nyc.com/) is a place of business and commerce, attendees are encouraged and requested to make some purchases from the [Vendors](https://www.foodgallery32nyc.com/about-3) in [Food Gallery 32](https://www.foodgallery32nyc.com/). PLEASE, BE ADVISED AND AWARE, AND NOTE ALL OF THE FOLLOWING: • Each and every individual attendee is fully culpable, fully liable and fully responsible, for themselves, regardless of anyone and everyone else. • Each and every individual attendee is fully culpable, fully liable and fully responsible for their own expenses and tabs, including, but not limited to all charges, all fees, all taxes, all tips and all gratuities. • Each and every individual attendee, either by merely RSVP (répondez sil vous plaît)ing, by merely attending or by merely joining, represents and affirms that they, are fully vaccinated, inoculated and immunized against COVID-19, have not tested positive for COVID-19 anytime within the past twenty-one (21) days, and are exercising and will exercise proper COVID-19 Pandemic precautionary, preventative and safety practices and measures. • Each and every individual attendee acknowledges and understands that if the weather, the day of, is inconducive to conducting activities or inclement, activities may be relocated, postponed and/or cancelled. Most sentient beings are invited and welcome to join and attend.

Note you MUST register at this link to be admitted to the Simons Foundation building: [A Cellular Mystery: How Do Many Cell Types Arise From a Single Genome? Tickets, Wed, Feb 25, 2026 at 6:00 PM | Eventbrite](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-cellular-mystery-how-do-many-cell-types-arise-from-a-single-genome-tickets-1981367898722?aff=odeccpebemailcampaigns&utm_source=eventbrite&utm_medium=ebcampaigns&utm_campaign=55077565&utm_term=ctabutton&mipa=ABIdvVvCjnbEvE6m33hjo2gSV6nrwPpPI5u_rvRO3eEEziXXXM6Ola1qwnhnQI3uqa1zc_CRPdPRXXMLJPu_qqYkiWR9DvtTGIeAKHi9L3JcPA981OzMrm2_iXII_wsREYPwACE0-AS6EdYNpl7C5DSkzggaogj8WUgKmapfmtngCsMUvs3vrCTfJXOw5oReL8sBcvvL4wGYXNzRkWVKiasff4ZeiEE6zd1uHwpNqHIHlnYXY8_T6o0ox_vVmRFNGyHy0xIAgLdGZwDbdZnCEEVTi7gDn7CiNg) Although nearly every cell in the body has essentially the same genome, each cell type makes different use of that genome and expresses a subset of all possible genes. This has motivated efforts to characterize the molecular composition of various cell types in humans and across multiple model organisms, using both transcriptional and proteomic approaches. In this Presidential Lecture, Stephen Quake will present how his team used single-cell transcriptomics to create a human reference atlas comprising more than 1 million cells from 24 different tissues and organs, many from the same donor. This atlas enabled molecular characterization of more than 400 cell types, their distribution across tissues and tissue-specific variation in gene expression and provides an experimental basis for understanding the cell type diversity that can be generated from a single genome. [Quake](https://med.stanford.edu/profiles/stephen-quake "https://med.stanford.edu/profiles/stephen-quake") is the Lee Otterson Professor of Bioengineering and Applied Physics at Stanford University. He has received numerous awards for his contributions to science and is one of only two dozen scientists elected to all three National Academies. Previously, he was head of science at the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative (2022–2025), founding co-president of the Chan Zuckerberg Biohub (2016–2022), a Howard Hughes Medical Institute investigator (2006-2016), and a professor at the California Institute of Technology (1996–2005). \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- After the lecture, CFI-NYC members are invited to go to dinner and continue the conversation.

*The only comedy show where you can win prizes by playing bingo.* Get ready for a comedy show with a twist. At **Bingo Comedy**, audience members play along by crossing off joke premises on their bingo cards for the chance to win **free drinks and prizes**. Hosted by **Joey Rinaldi** (NPR) and **Aditya Mayya** (Food Network), this monthly show features comedians who have appeared on **Netflix, Comedy Central, Barstool**, and more. 🍻 **When:** First Thursday of every month ⏰ **Doors:** 7:30 PM \| **Show:** 8:00 PM 📍 **Where:** Ernie O’Malley’s Bar, 140 E 27th St, New York, NY 10016 🎟️ **Tickets:** $5 to $10 It is part stand-up show, part drinking game, and the most fun you can have on a Thursday night in Manhattan. Come for the jokes, stay for the bingo, and maybe leave with a buzz and a prize. Reserve your spot today. Seats go fast for this one. Buy tickets here: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bingo-comedy-show-tickets-998610770697?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bingo-comedy-show-tickets-998610770697?aff=oddtdtcreator)

**The Wife Between Us** By: Greer Hendricks & Sarah Pekkanen * About 350 pages [depending on publisher/edition] * Rated 3.6 on StoryGraph * Rated 3.8 on GoodReads **Back of Jacket:** When you read this book, you will make many assumptions. You will assume you are reading about a jealous ex-wife. You will assume she is obsessed with her replacement – a beautiful, younger woman who is about to marry the man they both love. You will assume you know the anatomy of this tangled love triangle. Assume nothing. Twisted and deliciously chilling, Greer Hendricks and Sarah Pekkanen's *The Wife Between Us* exposes the secret complexities of an enviable marriage - and the dangerous truths we ignore in the name of love. *Read between the lies.* **Please RSVP in advance and revise if unable to attend. There is a limit of 12 as well as a waiting list that fills in when RSVP’s are canceled.** We’ll already have a table inside, please ask the restaurant host where we are seated. Looking forward to seeing you! Fundraising is now turned on for events and is voluntary. I am a working college student that organizes the group. Meetup charges $45 monthly and donations are greatly appreciated. Thank you.