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Tiffany, The Gilded Age Genius

Fri, Nov 6, 3:30 PM

From ME-Time at the MET Curated Art Tours

**“Tiffany, The Gilded Age Genius”** In synch with HBO’s new season of the “Gilded Age” in this specially curated private tour, you will discover the exquisite inspirations, originality, and methods of Louis Comfort Tiffany’s work. Tiffany was considered the greatest designer of the Gilded Age and beyond and became known world-wide. He was an inventor across stained glass windows, mosaics, lamps, vases, painting, jewelry, furniture, and architecture. As an artistic visionary, a branding and marketing genius, a leader of the most talented craftspeople in the world and egalitarian employer, he rose to the heights of his art and still influences our aesthetic sensibilities today. Come join us at the Met Museum which has the most comprehensive collection of Tiffany’s work in any museum. Fee is $25 plus pay-what-you-wish to the Met for NY state residents. **PLEASE EMAIL ME AT**[metimeatmet@gmail.com](mailto:metimeatmet@gmail.com) and specify your preferred date. **Tours are November 6th and 13th at the Met.** **I WILL FORWARD THE MEETING PLACE and PAYMENT INFO CLOSE TO YOUR TOUR DATE.** **ALL TOURS START AT 10:30 am**

1 attendee

The Language Collective, Tuesdays Evening Language Exchange NYC

Wed, Nov 4, 12:00 AM

From The Language Collective

4.9

**We are at our new location La Diaspora!** \\\ *We are meeting in the back room. Please ask bar staff if you need help finding us :)) \\\* The Language Collective organizes weekly meetups held every Tuesday where language enthusiasts gather to practice and share different languages. Participation is free and open to all levels. To support the venue hosting the event, attendees are requested to purchase at least one drink during the meetup. The focus of this group is language learning and language exchange. This is a harassment-free event so please look after one another

5 attendees

eBay NYC! AI + Fashion for Sellers!

Wed, Nov 4, 4:00 PM

From NYC Metro Area eBay & Online Sellers Meetup Circle

5.0

**In Person at eBay NYC: AI & Fashion!** **What it is:** **In Person at eBay NYC: AI & Fashion!** **Join us for updates, insights, and conversation with eBay’s AI and Fashion teams!** **Vaishnavi, head of Strategic AI Programs, and members of her team will share the latest on eBay and AI****. Vaishnavi reports directly to Nitzan, head of eBay AI.** **You’ll learn about:** * **eBay’s AI-powered features for buyers and sellers** * **The latest news and updates on how eBay is using AI** * **Opportunities to share your feedback directly with the AI team** **Renee Paradise, VP/GM of Fashion, will also join us** **with the latest news and tips for selling fashion successfully on eBay!** * **Plus—you’ll have** **plenty of time to ask questions .** **Where:** **📍 eBay NYC Office** **When:** **🗓️** **Wednesday November 4** **🕚 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM** **Extras:** **Yummy light bites** **🎁 SWAG for attendees** **👥 Sellers of all levels welcome** **WIFI and electricity available for devices, so feel free to bring laptops, ipads etc** **Attendance is limited due to size of room.** **Friday October 30, you’ll get an email with location and check-in details. You** **MUST** **be registered to attend due to building security needs. Be sure I have your full name, and bring photo ID for building security.**

23 attendees

ELMWOOD PARK “EVERYTHING” FLEA & COLLECTIBLE MARKET / MARKET ST / ELMWOOD PARK

Sun, Nov 22, 2:00 PM

From MINGLE AROUND SINGLE'S (40s 50s 60s-EVENTS & ADVENTURES)

4.3

**NEW JERSEY’S ULTIMATE SINGLE’S MEET‑UP GROUP, WHERE THE FUN NEVER STOPS!** **Join us for a fun day of treasure‑hunting at the** **Elmwood Park “Everything” Flea & Collectible Market****!** **This lively outdoor market features antiques, collectibles, vintage décor, crafts, jewelry, toys, tools, household items, and unique finds for every taste and budget. A great social outing with plenty to explore and lots of friendly energy.** **Location****:** **300 Market Street** **Elmwood Park, NJ 07407** **Date/time:** **⏰ 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM** **Outdoor event — dress comfortably.** **Meet-Up Time:** **Meet at 11:30 AM near the main entrance by the vendor check‑in area.** **Relaxed, fun, and perfect for mingling while browsing rows of great vendors.** **DON’T BE SINGLE… COME OUT AND MINGLE!** **EVERYONE IS WELCOME!**

1 attendee

Grand Central Murder Mystery & Scavenger Hunt (+ After Party)

Fri, Nov 13, 12:00 AM

From I love Museums and Culture Events

3.6

**\*TO ATTEND GET TICKETS AT:** [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/grand-central-murder-mystery-scavenger-hunt-tickets-1039615376577?](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/grand-central-murder-mystery-scavenger-hunt-tickets-1039615376577) (This is co-organized by 30+ groups so don't go by RSVPs you see here. We'll have a good # attending. Must prepay to attend.) You don’t need any special skills — just a sense of adventure and curiosity! This unique scavenger hunt is all about connecting, uncovering history, exploring Grand Central and solving a mystery. Join us for a fun, social adventure at our Grand Central Murder Mystery Scavenger Hunt. Get ready to have a good time making new friends and solving a mystery. Plus, you'll find out things about Grand Central you never knew before! How It Works: * **When you arrive we will put you on teams - if you don’t already have one (90% of those attending will not have a team).** * **Each team will be given a list of clues and 75 minutes to head to Grand Central to uncover the mystery of Mary’s demise. The team with the most points wins.** * **Once everyone is back we'll safely socialize where you can share your experiences with the others.** The Theme: Meet Up Mary is a regular on the social circuit in New York. You'd probably know her if you've been out before. She was very personable, friendly and bubbly! Unfortunately Mary met a horrific end at Grand Central and the police need you help to solve her case! Join us for this fun and educational night where you will get to explore every corner of the NYC Landmark in ways that you never have before! (If you have participated in our other Grand Central Hunts no worries as this is a completely different experience) FAQs: **Can I come alone?** Yes about 90% will attend on their own. **What's dress code?** Wear what you had on at work. It's casual and comfortable. **What are the ages?** 21 and over. We'll have a good mix of ages. **How much to attend?** $25 (goes to $35 as event gets closer). **Do I have to buy in advance?** Yes. Space is limited and this will sell out. To find 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)

16 attendees

Grace Christmas Fair

Sat, Nov 7, 4:00 PM

From kayaking the liquid skies

4.9

FYI - this is not a kayaking event! Its time to get a jump on holiday shopping for original and unusual items. Every year we support my artist friend, Elana at the Grace Christmas Fair. The $2 dollar admission helps to feed the hungry. This fair is 2 days, Sat, Nov 7th from 11 am- 6 pm and Sun, Nov 8th from 10 am - 4 pm. The vendors items are crafted, hand made and all price points. There is also an auction room of collectibles and antiques. Looking for unusual items, this is your go-to. After viewing this fair we can take the subway uptown to the Bryant Park Winter Village, @ 41st St & 6th Ave, which is an open air European inspired outdoor market with ice skating. Stay as long as you want at each location and/or come at your own convenience. This fair is open Oct 28th - Jan 3, 2027, M-F 11:00 am - 8 pm, Sat/Sun 10:00 am-8 pm. Admission is free. We will be going on Sat at 12:30. Lets meet inside the fair where the vendor tables are. Entrance Broadway & 10th St.

2 attendees

Bayside Queens Speed dating Men 30s & 40s & Women ages 30s & 40s

Sat, Nov 7, 12:30 AM

From I love Museums and Culture Events

3.6

**This is a prepay only event at** [https://www.weekenddating.com/event-details.aspx?id=13779](https://www.weekenddating.com/event-details.aspx?id=13779) (This is NOT a pay at the door event. Ignore any references that says to rsvp and pay the organizer directly.) Two item minimum purchase at this venue: food or drink) SPACE IS EXTREMELY LIMITED DETAILS Looking to dive into the Queens speed dating scene? Imagine meeting up to 10 potential matches in just one evening! That’s right, you can experience multiple mini-dates all in one night, giving you the chance to spark a connection with someone special. Our events require proof of age, ensuring everyone is in the same age group, which makes the evening that much better. Our track record? Impressive! We’ve seen over 85 engagements, some adorable children, and countless happy couples who met at our events. Here’s how it works: men and women chat for about 5 minutes before the men rotate to the next partner. This keeps the conversation fresh and the energy high! After the event, you’ll have the chance to let us know who caught your eye. We’ll tally up the results and send you the details of your matches (both mutual and one-way) the very next day. It’s a great way to reconnect with those you felt a spark with! Ready to find love, make friends, and possibly meet your perfect match? Join us at our next Long Island speed dating event. It’s a fun, safe, and efficient way to meet new people. Sign up now and start your journey to finding love and companionship! **Rsvps on here do not reflect actual attendance as this is a multi group event.** **This is a prepay only event at** [https://www.weekenddating.com/event-details.aspx?id=13779](https://www.weekenddating.com/event-details.aspx?id=13779) (This is NOT a pay at the door event. Ignore any references that says otherwise.) $30.75- $35.75 depending on how early you register.

21 attendees

Join Us for Museum of Natural History Photo Shoot (Sat, Nov 7, 2026 @ 10:00 am)

Sat, Nov 7, 3:00 PM

From The Art of Photography - NYC

4.7

Join us Saturday, November 7, for a morning photo shoot at the American Museum of Natural History. We will meet at 9:45 am at the Gilder Center entrance on Columbus Ave at 79th street, shoot the curved stone while we wait, and go in at 10. Inside, everything is handheld. **PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES** **Technique Focus:** We will bracket the bright atrium skylight, freeze butterflies in flight, shoot the dinosaur skeletons from below, cut reflections in the glass dioramas, and use a braced slow shutter so the crowds blur while the mounts stay sharp. Make sure to get an advance ticket & **separate** timed Butterfly Vivarium ticket for a 10:30 am slot. [Tickets & Admission | American Museum of Natural History](https://tickets.amnh.org/select) **Itinerary:** A pdf was created so if you get lost or you're late, you'll know where to meet us. It's on the Photos Page: click on the link below: [November 2026 American Museum of Natural History Photos](https://www.meetup.com/the-art-of-photography-nyc/photos/36228257/536708898/) **Papers to Review Before the Photo Shoot** * [Architectural Detail:](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mh-daL_wKFRmb5l-OcChGe42_6EfhRxO/view?usp=drive_link) * [Auto Exposure Bracketing](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1LWesK8I-1p8ZIC1FeqjwP8xnB8h6RQVS/view?usp=drive_link): * [Motion & Blur:](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wJlKjxwPymiytgoj2_bIJxUjBllD5Le6/view?usp=drive_link) **Meeting Location/Event Hosts** Your hosts will be Doug and Joe, and we will meet you at **9:45** am at the Gilder Center entrance Columbus Ave at 79th st. We will be wearing our TAOP hats and carrying our cameras. **Post-Event** If you have time, we will meet afterwards at the Gilder Center Restaurant at approximately 12:15 pm. **Make sure to bring cash!** **PHOTO CHALLENGE** Once this Meetup event ends, we will create an album on the [Photos](https://www.meetup.com/the-art-of-photography-nyc/photos/) page. Please post up to five (5) of your best photographs from the event before 7 PM (ET) on Sunday, November 15, 2026. Eligible photos: * Must be taken on Saturday, November 7th. * Must be posted before the deadline * **Must have a title** * Must NOT be sexually explicit or suggestive This album will be reviewed. The winning image will become the permanent album cover of the event. The name of the winning photographer will appear in the album title. **We welcome your participation and look forward to meeting you at 9:45 am.**

19 attendees

The Gilded Age Revisited! Upper East Side Art & Architecture Tour

Fri, Nov 13, 7:00 PM

From Exploring NYC History and Neighborhoods

4.9

**This tour originally scheduled for Friday, October 23rd is now rescheduled for Friday, November 13th.** **I am sorry if the new date doesn't work for you. I may have space available for new group members and first timers who land on the waiting list.** **Email me at hankorenstein@gmail.com to request a spot.** **No repeats if you attend this tour previously.** **Cost**: This tour is free with a voluntary donation to your guide/organizer at the end via cash, Venmo or Zelle. **Note:** This tour works well in colder weather as we have 5-6 indoor attractions and art galleries. **Overview** This tour we will indulge in the East 80's between 5th Avenue and Park Avenue and the residential architecture of the gilded age which consists of mansions and elegant townhouses often built in the Beaux Arts, and Renaissance Revival styles, and even the Chateau style. We'll cover the history of this area and how and why it developed as an enclave for NYC's wealthy elite and how gilded age wealth gave rise to the Metropolitan Museum of Art and helped establish the Upper East Side as a center of the art world. Starting out at the garden of the Cooper Hewitt museum (pictured in photo), which was originally the mansion home of Andrew and Louise Carnegie, we'll visit several local art galleries during our journey, along with several other indoor locations with spectacular architecture. We will venture inside several buildings that were constructed as gilded age mansions and are now public spaces. **Restrooms before the tour: Tarulucci e Vino Cafe at the Cooper Hewitt Museum.** You can enter the cafe via the garden without having to pay admission to the museum. There is a quick bag inspection by a security guard. There are also public restrooms at the Episcopal Church of the Heavenly Rest across the street from the garden at 90th Street & 5th Avenue. Once inside the church veer immediately to your right (one stall). **Other nearby options: Met Museum pay what you wish for NY residents. There is also an education entrance near 81st Street where you can go to the rest room withour visiting the museum. And of course any of the other local museums - Guggenheim, Jewish Museum (admission charge).** We'll have a break and restrooms in Central Park or depending on time at the Met Museum's education entrance. **Tour ends at 84th Street & Park Avenue** convenient to the 4,5,6,Q trains and numerous bus routes including the M86 crosstown. Your organizer and guide, Hank Orenstein hankorenstein@gmail.com 646-596-3005 (photo courtesy of the Cooper Hewitt Museum).

32 attendees

Dating Games: A Fun Twist on Speed Dating

Sat, Nov 7, 1:00 AM

From Contemporary Arts

3.6

For tickets and information: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2003992786370](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2003992786370) **IMPORTANT NOTE: CLICKING THE RSVP AND PAY ORGANIZER BUTTON ON MEETUP DOES NOT GET YOU A TICKET/ SPOT. YOU HAVE TO CLICK THE LINK TO THE EVENTBRITE PAGE AND PURCHASE A TICKET THERE. PRICE GOES UP AS EVENT TIME APPROACHES AND MAY SELL OUT SO GET YOUR TICKET ON EVENTBRITE ASAP.** **\*This is a multigroup event so event responses are only a portion of the total number of attendees** NYC Speed Dating - Dating Games Is your dating life starting to feel monotonous? Do your dates resemble job interviews more than actual chemistry? Sick of dedicating your entire evening to getting to know just one person? Then check out **“Dating Games” Speed Dating!** It’s a lively, modern twist on the classic format. Join us for a one-of-a-kind social experience for NYC singles! Meet new people, win raffle prizes, and connect with other fun, like-minded singles. It’s not only a great way to meet a potential partner—it’s also perfect for finding new friends or even future wingmen/wingwomen. **Suggested age range: 20s, 30s & 40s.** Our warm, welcoming host will get things started before dividing everyone into small groups at various tables. You’ll chat, mingle, and play lighthearted social games with groups of about 4–5 singles. The games are easy, super fun, and designed to help everyone open up and connect. After each round, you’ll rotate tables—just like traditional speed dating—so you'll eventually meet all the singles attending. You’ll also receive a “match sheet,” where you can mark anyone you’d like to speak with again. If they choose you as well, the host will email you each other’s contact information within roughly 24 hours so you can plan a date. Let’s be honest—we’re all tired of endless swiping on apps and meeting people who may not be anything like their profiles. A “Dating Games” Speed Dating night is a far better way to connect because you meet real people *in person* and get a genuine sense of who they are. This is an entirely new, innovative take on speed dating! We appreciate the idea behind traditional speed dating, but it can be tough to keep conversations flowing. That’s why at “Dating Games” events, you’ll have entertaining, easy-to-play games to help break the ice and avoid the typical interview-style awkwardness. We find this format helps people connect more naturally and meaningfully. ### WIN PRIZES! You’ll enjoy an evening full of fresh faces, interactive games, and social fun—no special skills needed, just a little luck! Our friendly host will guide the whole experience and help everyone get acquainted. Throughout the night you’ll play multiple games while getting opportunities to interact with all the singles of the opposite sex. When you win a game, you earn a raffle ticket—giving you chances to win prizes! ### IMPORTANT: THIS IS A PRE-PAY EVENT ONLY Tickets **must** be purchased online in advance—registration at the venue will *not* be available. As the event nears and space becomes limited, the price will increase to $35. *See more upcoming NYC events at [WWW.FRIENDZYEVENTS.COM](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dating-games-a-fun-twist-on-speed-dating-in-nyc-tickets-1982239058384?aff=oddtdtcreator)* For tickets and information: [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2003992786370](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2003992786370)

1 attendee

Prototyping in Public: Where Art and Science Get Tested on the Gallery Floor

Wed, Nov 4, 12:00 AM

From Startup Grind NYC

4.7

What if a museum ran like a lab, with the experiment still in progress? **[Ann Neumann](https://www.museumnext.com/speakers/ann-neumann/)** is Director of Galleries and Exhibitions at the **[MIT Museum](https://mitmuseum.mit.edu/)**. Her question for the evening: can a museum serve as infrastructure for public experimentation, **a place where visitors take part in the work** rather than just walk through it? If you build products, run pilots, or spend your days deciding what's ready to put in front of real people, **this is a look at how one of the best-known science museums handles prototyping in public.** 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)**, Ann will walk through the interactive projects she's shepherded at the MIT Museum. **Each one works as a prototype for engaging the public with technologies** like CRISPR, machine learning, and sensory neuroscience. Reserve your spot and arrive early. Space is limited. Founded in 1898, the **[National Arts Club](https://www.nacnyc.org/)** is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit with a mission to stimulate, foster, and promote public interest in the arts and to educate the American people in the fine arts. Annually, the Club offers more than 150 free programs—both in-person and virtually—to the public, including exhibitions, theatrical and musical performances, lectures, and readings, attracting an audience of over 30,000 in-person visitors and thousands more online.

13 attendees

Haunted NYC Scavenger Hunt (Clues, Spells, and Curses!) + Free After Party

Sat, Nov 7, 10:00 PM

From I love ART, Culture , trivia and NYC Events

3.9

**\*GET TICKETS AT:** [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/haunted-scavenger-hunt-free-after-party-tickets-2003917997675?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/haunted-scavenger-hunt-free-after-party-tickets-2003917997675?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true) *(\*Our events are co-organized by multiple groups so don't pay attention to the RSVPs. They are consistently well attended. Must prepay to attend.)* Don't miss our last Haunted Hunt of the year! It's a unique, enjoyable way to socialize, learn and explore outdoors! Clues, Spells, and Curses! After your haunted quest, stick around for a festive social at a nearby venue to share ghost stories, laughs, and a well-earned drink! Join dozens as they set out onto the streets of the Financial District; the site of graveyards, hauntings and some of the grizzliest deeds ever done! It will be a fun way to explore and socialize. We'll set you up on teams and give you everything you need to know to help find the clues. **How does it work?** If you come alone we will set you up on a team (or you can play with a team) and we'll give you everything you need to know to help find the clues. Each team will have 90 minutes to find as many of the clues we give you. When finished we will return to a set location for socializing. Prizes are awarded to those finding the most clues. **What are we looking for?** Lower Manhattan in the early 1600's till now has been the site of hangings, hauntings, massacres, explosions, and other not so nice and creepy things. You will be scouring Bowling Green to City Hall, visiting (supposedly haunted places), searching for history-markers and research things that happened. **FAQs:** **How do I find group?** We will meet in front of the Fraunces Tavern. Host contact info will be emailed to all paid attendees day of event. **Dress Code?** Dress for the weather as you will be outside. **What if it rains?** We will contact attendees with a rain date. **Can I come alone?** Yes 95% of those attending will likely register on their own but you are invited to bring as many guests as you would like (just make sure they each have a ticket). **Cost?** $19-$25 depending upon how early you purchase ticket/capacity **Ages?** All are welcome. We usually get a good mix of ages attending. **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)**

16 attendees