Bridge Clubs New York

LESBIAN BOOK CLUB 08/06

LAST NIGHT AT THE TELEGRAPH CLUB BY MALINDA LO // CHAPTERS 37-48 Date: 08/06 Thursday Time: 6:30pm Location: The Coffee Lab (34-20 21st Ave, Astoria, NY 11106) Look for the “BOOK CLUB” sign on a table at Coffee Lab. This book club is intended for lesbians and queer women but feel free to bring along any pals/allies who like to read. Make sure to join the discord to get book club discussion questions in advance. https://discord.gg/uQsNBDaB4 If you miss any previous book clubs don’t worry as we will always do a brief overview of previous chapters. A quick note: Since we are meeting at a local coffee shop, please do try to support them by grabbing a drink or snack during the book club.

Tuesday Cavendish Bridge & Backgammon Club

Join us for a Chouette or Match Night of Backgammon. 3 - 4 Player chouette game. Opening at 7:00pm & Chouette play start at 7:30pm. **RSVP** to be included in a 2 hour Chouette or 7 Point Matches. 1st & 2nd Place Prizes The Chouette's Last Game is 9:30pm - so it is a timed event On Tuesdays at Backgammon New York City BGNYC we are back to serving light snacks, wine, beer, tea, and coffee. Backgammon Sign-in & Boards on the 12th floor. We will close around 11:00 pm. Please bring your board if you have one (if you don't, we have a limited amount on hand). We also have a sister website https://www.meetup.com/manhattan-games-center/. We look forward to seeing you. Send Email to BGNYCusa@gmail.com for Any Questions. John B

Queer Book Club - Seasons of Glass and Iron: Stories by Amal El-Mohtar

Hey Everyone! **Welcome to Queer Book Club! We read books about, for and written by queer people! Follow us on Instagram @queer_book_club Our next meetup will be held on Tuesday August 11th at Young Ethel’s in Park Slope BK This month we will be reading Seasons of Glass and Iron: Stories by Amal El-Mohtar ** Full of glimpses into gleaming worlds and fairy tales with teeth, Seasons of Glass and Stories is a collection of acclaimed and awarded work from Amal El-Mohtar. With confidence and style, El-Mohtar guides us through exquisitely told and sharply observed tales about life as it is, was, and could be. Like miscellany from other worlds, these stories are told in letters, diary entries, reference materials, folktales, and lyrical prose. **At the end of the discussion we can vote on which book we read for next month so bring a queer suggestion. Make sure to support our amazing host bar, by buying drinks! They are so great to support us so we must do our part in return! We are a lovely accepting group of queers and allies, and all are welcome! Our book list is officially too long for meetup and will now live on this google doc! 


[Queer Book Club - Booklist ](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-fm0thuCZrdC6FvW81I6eqO8X_uXLMuT48sxtjN8_ck/edit) 


See you next month!

ONLINE LIVE- Word Game Party (Word Twist, Categories, Rebus and more)

**Prepay required at : [https://www.socialevents123.com/event-details.aspx?id=13537](https://www.socialevents123.com/event-details.aspx?id=13537)** Limited Number: Save $$ by using the discount code: VIRTUAL You can attend via a computer & Webcam or Smartphone/Ipad/Tablet. ABOUT In this crazy Coronavirus world, many of us are feeling isolated and need to socialize. We created Online WORD Game party event to allow you to do just that, in a fun safe environment. HOW IT WORKS This completely online event will be LIVE and you will be able to see and hear the other participants while playing. In addition you get to meet and interact with other participants. At game time, your host will show you a word search board. Your goal is to come up with as many words as you can within the specified time frame (Typically 90-120 seconds). The person(people) who made the most words, will get a raffle ticket for a chance to win a prize at the end of the event. You also can earn raffle tickets for audience participation and finding certain bonus words. We will also play Categories, Rebus and other word games. (You must be on camera if you want a chance to win prizes. Otherwise you can play for fun if you are off camera, but just cant win any rounds) Prizes may include Amazon Gift Cards, Free future events and other goodies. We will have multiple rounds of play and have a system to also virtually introduce you to other participants. HOW DO YOU FIND THE VIRTUAL ROOM After you purchase your ticket, you will get a confirmation with the zoom link for you to use to log in. RSVPS ON HERE ARE NOT REFLECTIVE OF ACTUAL ATTENDANCE as this is a multi group event. **Prepay required at : [https://www.socialevents123.com/event-details.aspx?id=13537](https://www.socialevents123.com/event-details.aspx?id=13537)** Limited Number: Save $$ by using the discount code: VIRTUAL Cost: $11.99- $20 depending on how early you register.

Dinner Club Social: Make New Friends

⚠️ **IMPORTANT: You must sign up and buy a ticket here to attend:** [https://groupvibe.com/](https://groupvibe.com/) **Join the New York Dinner Club and make new friends!** Each meetup brings together 4–6 people for casual conversations over dinner. We use the Groupvibe platform to facilitate the meetup and ensure everyone’s a good fit. 👉 **To attend, you’ll need to complete registration via this link:** [https://groupvibe.com/](https://groupvibe.com/) We’ll share the exact location of the upcoming meetup the night before only if you have bought a ticket or membership plan. **Why this works:** \* Smaller groups make real conversations easier. \* Discover new restaurants in your city, together. \* Curated dinner venues with good food and vibe. \* If you hit it off with your group, there’s plenty of time to hang out afterwards. **Note:** RSVPs on Meetup don’t reflect total attendance. Many attendees register directly via our website. The event on [Meetup.com](http://meetup.com/) is only a placeholder. This meetup is organized by Groupvibe, a small team passionate about helping people form meaningful friendships offline.

LESBIAN BOOK CLUB 08/13

THE SEVEN HUSBANDS OF EVELYN HUGO by Taylor Jenkins Reid // Chapters 1-15 Date: 08/13 Thursday Time: 6:30pm Location: The Coffee Lab (34-20 21st Ave, Astoria, NY 11106) Look for the “BOOK CLUB” sign on a table at Coffee Lab. This book club is intended for lesbians and queer women but feel free to bring along any pals/allies who like to read. Make sure to join the discord to get book club discussion questions in advance. https://discord.gg/uQsNBDaB4 If you miss any previous book clubs don’t worry as we will always do a brief overview of previous chapters. A quick note: Since we are meeting at a local coffee shop, please do try to support them by grabbing a drink or snack during the book club.

🗽🍹Young Professionals Happy Hour

🗽🍻FREE EVENT! Happy hour for people to make friends & socialize in NYC. Perfect for those new to nyc! More events @ **[https://linktr.ee/NYC.Connects.Social](https://linktr.ee/NYC.Connects.Social)** Professionals (21+-35+yrs) NYC Networking Social Monday and people new to NYC making new friends 🗽🔌A Monday After work NYC Social by NYC CONNECTS Social Meetup! Make new professional connections & friends at our event. We are to the left of the bar, darts area. 👔Young professionals aged 21+-35 years old attending. If older, yes you can join! We are open to all those in NYC that want to make new connections. 1-2 drink purchases or food required to attend. Questions? Text host at (718) 300-6483 If you are totally new to NYC, fantastic! Come make new friends on Monday with us; something to look forward to after work! * Make new NYC friends * Meetup social * Young professionals and friends * Network, connect and meet those new to NYC * NYC business networking * Bronx - Manhattan - Queens - Brooklyn - Staten Island - New Jersey - Long Island networking Meet, talk with new people in NYC, make new connections in New York City. ️More @ [linktr.ee/NYC.Connects.Social](https://linktr.ee/NYC.Connects.Social) Industries that join and participate! NYC Finance networking Social NYC Accounting networking Social NYC Technology and startups networking Social NYC College graduates making new friends Social NYC Healthcare networking Social NYC Fintech Networking Social NYC Legal and lawyers networking Social NYC PHD graduates networking Social NYC Education and teachers Networking Social NYC Real Estate Networking

💌 50- 65 Dating & Mixer NYC - Space for Men & Women

**💌 NYC Speed Dating & Mixer for Singles Ages 50 - 65** **Register Now:** [https://5065.eventbrite.com](https://5065.eventbrite.com/) (*Please note: Meetup RSVPs do not confirm attendance. You must register and pay on Eventbrite.*) Looking to meet quality singles in a fun, low-pressure environment? Start the night with a round of **guided mini dates**. It’s the perfect mix of structured connections and spontaneous socializing. \*\*\* **🔹 Event Highlights:** * **Who:** Singles ages **50 to 65** * **What:** Speed dating & Mixer * **Where:** Private area reserved exclusively for our event * **Dress Code:** First-date-ready (business casual recommended) \*\*\* **🕒 How It Works:** 1. **Check-in & Mingle:** Grab a drink and meet fellow attendees during check-in. 2. **Speed Dating:** You’ll have a few minutes with each person in your age group. After every mini-date, you rotate. 3. **Select Your Matches:** Privately mark who you’d like to see again. 4. **Mutual Matches:** If there’s a match, you’ll be notified within 24 hours! **Important Notes:** 💬 Pre-registration is **required**. No walk-ins allowed. * A valid **photo ID is required** at check-in. * Please respect the listed age range\* * No refunds * Your **personal info** **is only exchanged** when there’s a mutual match. 💌 **Guests are not confirmed until you register & pay on Eventbrite:** 👉 [https://5065.eventbrite.com](https://5065.eventbrite.com/) 🩷💚💛🩵🩷💚💛🩵🩷💚💛🩵🩷💚💛🩵🩷💚💛🩵

Evening Aboard the Honorable William Wall

**Evening Aboard the Honorable William Wall** **Friday, August 14, 6:40 pm launch** **140 Dudley St., Jersey City (or Brookfield Ferry Terminal)** Join the Hoboken Ski & Snowboard Club for an evening and drinks aboard [The Honorable Willy Wall](https://willywall.com/), Manhattan Yacht Club’s floating clubhouse. Enjoy amazing sunset views, the Statue of Liberty and the New York City skyline. Tickets for the boat to get to the Willy Wall are $30 (Jersey City launch) or $35 (Brookfield Ferry NYC Terminal) and must be purchased online: [https://willywall.com/tickets/](https://willywall.com/tickets/) Book your ticket for Friday, August 14 at 6:40 pm (Jersey City) or 6:45 pm (NYC). If this time is sold out (or if you plan to come later), book for a different departure time, as available. There is no food sold, just drinks. Feel free to bring your own food or snacks to share.

NYC Ages 21-40s Board Game Event

1. A $2 donation is appreciated to cover the Meetup fees and purchase of new games for the group. 2. Space is limited, but please feel free to come regardless of waitlist status. Tuesday Night 6PM-10PM upstairs at the Downtown Galway Hooker (galwayhookerbar.com) Pub (133 7th Ave South between Charles St. & 10th Street, West Village, NY) The Jameson Room. Happy Hour is extended for our group: $8 all drafts, $9 well drinks, and house wine. We encourage you to come as close to 6pm as you can, but showing up anytime between 6 and 8 PM is absolutely fine! We will bring a few different games each time but if you have a game you want to bring, please do! Feel free to bring friends. Please have $2 cash when you arrive - this helps cover the cost of the meetup.com fees and to buy new games. There will be a collection box near the stairs. The games we play can be found in the following link, but is not limited to it. Some of the attendees including myself bring games from our personal collections. [Board Games List](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1UjLZfOQQ8Ngz-gwByJh5NC7nARtx1Pzwrnkr3BbY07s/edit?usp=sharing) No outside alcohol is allowed at this event. Please purchase from the bar. Space is limited, but don’t let the wait list status keep you from attending. Please feel free to come down and we guarantee you will have fun.

Let's Drink Beer at a Tap Room in the West Village, Again!

High Line & Hudson Yards Spring Walk (50 & Over Social Stroll)

**\*To Attend Get Tickets At:** [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/high-line-hudson-yards-walk-50-over-tickets-1994965759289](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/high-line-hudson-yards-walk-50-over-tickets-1994965759289) (\*Limited # save $5 by using discount code "5" at checkout. Multiple groups are co-organizing so don't go by the RSVP's Based on previous walks, we'll have around 20.) Kick off your Sunday on an invigorating, scenic, and a healthy outdoor walk at NYC's most beautiful locations. Join others in your own age group at our stroll through the High Line & Hudson Yards landscape. It is the perfect location for our popular 50 & Over Social Walk. Get some fresh air, some exercise, and meet some new people in your age range. Plus, enjoy the views, unique architecture & cutting-edge art that is all a part of the High Line and Hudson Yards. Our social walks are an extremely popular way to meet others. This event very casual and non-awkward + our host will help to make introductions. During the walk, you will randomly be paired with others in the beginning then rotate at designated times so that you get to meet everyone participating. Afterwards, you're welcome to hang out and exchange contact info with others. FAQs: **Where to meet?** Exact meeting location with host contact info will be sent to all paid attendees day of the event. **How many will attend?** We will have enough attendees so everyone has enough time to meet and get to know all attending. **What if rains?** We will email attendees a new date. **Can I come alone?** Yes, about 90% come on their own. **Ages?** 50s & Over. Gender balance is not guaranteed but we usually get a good mix. **How much?** $15-$25 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)**