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My 14th Annual Bday Horror Movie Marathon Watch Party

Fri, Oct 16, 7:00 PM

From 14th Annual Bday Horror Movie Marathon Watch Party

My 14th annual bday horror movie marathon watch party is set to take place in October and for the first time ever I’m taking the event mainstream by opening it up to the broader community of horror movie lovers beyond my usual (already considerable) network of friends. The situation is that my bday falls right around Halloween and so every year to celebrate for the last 13 years I've hosted an epic, all-night/weekend horror movie marathon watch party that was historically a single evening, 12-hour affair where we ran thru all if not most of a legacy slasher franchise for the first 8 years (Child’s Play/Chucky 3x, Halloween 2x, Leprechaun 2x, and Friday the 13th/Jason 1x). In order to be completists 5 years ago we started a fresh new tradition-within-the-tradition and expanded the party to 2 nights, with 12 movies and 18 hours of every Friday the 13th/Jason; 8 movies, season 1 and 18 hours of every Child’s Play/Chucky outing; and 13 movies and 20 hours of every Halloween, respectively. And the last 2 years we broke new ground yet again by departing from the single franchise format and mixing it up with different characters and stories tied to certain themes on different days: Slashers Saturday (The Burning, Slumber Party Massacre, Streetwalkin, Chopping Mall, Man’s Best Friend, Serial Mom, My Bloody Valentine 3D and Nurse 3D) + Monsters Sunday (The Maze 3D, Humanoids From the Deep, Parasite 3D, Night of the Demons, Tremors and Jeepers Creepers) in 2024, and Underwater Terror Friday (Creature From the Lagoon 3D, Jaws, Piranha, Piranha 3D, Bait 3D and The Meg 3D) + Found Footage/Screenlife Saturday (Antrum: The Deadliest Film Ever Made, Megan Is Missing, Banshee Chapter, Creep, Ratter, Hell House LLC, Searching and Host) last year. This year we’re continuing to build on that legacy of breaking new ground for no-holds-barred fun by boldly going where no party has gone before — Alien Invasion Friday and Foreign Nightmares Saturday. That’s right. 7 movies and 11.5 hours of terrifyingly memorable and iconic movies depicting alien invasions and infiltrations on Earth spanning *61 years* on Friday, and 10 hours of hard-hitting, provocative and nightmare-inducing foreign movies on Saturday. Join us at my apartment on Friday October 16th from 3 pm to 2:30 am and on Saturday October 17th from 3:30pm to 1:40 am as we usher in this bold new chapter of movie watch partying with: Night 1 - Alien Invasion It Came From Outer Space 3D (1953) Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1978) The Thing (1982) Predator 3D (1987) Dark Angel/I Come In Peace (1990) Signs (2002) Alien Abduction (2014) Night 2 - Foreign Nightmares The Vanishing (1988) Funny Games (1997) Cure (1997) Triangle (2009) Terrified (2018) Talk To Me (2023) Full bar, delicious food, drinking games, a no-frills home movie theater. If ur into horror movies in spooky season, what’s not to love?!? Over the years I've been doin this I've built up a nice crowd of regulars (20+ people). That said, this marks the first time I’m opening it up to the general public so as I’m taking a chance here I’m gonna insist on meeting anyone interested before giving out my location. This way I can root out the serial killers, etc. Simply RSVP and I’ll reach out to schedule a meetup at a public location (let’s say a bar?). As this takes place in an NYC apartment, space is limited so this will be strictly first come, first served up to about 10 people. Please keep ur RSVP updated so people on the waitlist can join. Everyone interested should bring $15 for food + drinks, as I provide plenty of both, including pizza and appetizers plus a full bar. Please note that although the party is very long (21.5 hours spread out across two nights), with people coming and going as they please, there will be times where it’ll be standing room so I can’t guarantee everyone a seat at all hours (mine is not a huge apartment). I have no idea what kind of response to expect here but if I get flooded with interest I’ll try my best to organize a group outing that way everyone gets to know each other in one shot.

2 attendees

Bird Walk

Sat, Oct 17, 5:30 PM

From BirdingAroundNYC

4.9

$10/person for 90 minute bird walk around Central Park with naturalist Debbie Becker.

2 attendees

Central Park Fall Bird Walk

Sat, Oct 10, 5:30 PM

From BirdingAroundNYC

4.9

Bird walk! Beginners & experts Welcome! Cost of the walk per person is $10 payable by Venmo @Deb-becker-8 or PayPal editconsul@aol.com Take a fall bird walk with birding expert Debbie Becker. The 1.5 hour walk in Central Park will identify and highlight the birds migrating through. Hummingbirds, hawks, tanagers, grosbeaks and warblers!!!!

2 attendees

Film - You Can See Everything

Sun, Oct 18, 6:00 PM

From Carpe Diem

4.9

Join us for a documentary about Elizabeth Holmes; the founder of Theranos, who was interviewed by Nathan Fielder before serving her prison sentence for fraud.. I have already purchased my ticket and I'm seated at **M8** at the AMC Empire 25 in Times Square. [https://www.fandango.com/amc-empire-25-aaore/theater-page?format=all&date=2026-10-18](https://www.fandango.com/amc-empire-25-aaore/theater-page?format=all&date=2026-10-18) After watching the movie, we can grab a bite to eat or drink nearby. If you have questions or need to get in contact, I can be reached at 917-769-2168.

2 attendees

Horage x WindUp Watch Fair NYC 2026

Fri, Oct 16, 3:00 PM

From Advanced Swiss Watchmaking and Technology

**Come meet Horage at Windup Watch Fair NYC!** You'll have the opportunity to look closely at Horage’s **tourbillons and proprietary movements, including our final rendition of our revolutionary microregulation movement technology**! **What to expect:** * Hands-on access to Horage's entire collection * Conversation about movement architecture, complications, materials, and finishing with one of our watchmakers * An opportunity to meet other NYC collectors and independent-watch enthusiasts * A relaxed, no-pressure environment to ask questions and explore the watches Preview what we bring to the table at https://www.horage.com/

1 attendee

Sunset Fishing in the Hudson

Fri, Oct 9, 9:30 PM

From Central Park Fishing Group

4.9

A fall evening on the Hudson River. Bring friends, family, a date and join us for sunset fishing.

11 attendees

Fall Colors Overnight Trip🍁

Thu, Oct 8, 11:00 PM

From Jersey City/NYC Hiking & Outdoors

4.9

**Hello and welcome! We are planning a trip to the Berkshires on the weekend of the 10th, some of us will be driving up Thursday evening or Friday evening and staying overnight at an Airbnb. The plan is to drive and see the fall colors, go hiking, and kayaking. If you are interested please let me know, serious inquiries only.** **Note: while we welcome all on our hikes, as this is an overnight trip, we ask that only those that have joined our events before sign up. For newcomers, we hope to get to know you on our hikes!**

6 attendees

Little Island Sunset Singles Stroll (AKA Date Walk) 20s, 30s, 40s

Sat, Oct 10, 9:30 PM

From The Most Awesome Things To Do In New York City

4.8

**\*TO ATTEND GET TICKETS AT:** [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/little-island-summer-sunset-singles-date-walk-tickets-1131160935809](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/little-island-summer-sunset-singles-date-walk-tickets-1131160935809) (First 5 women can save $5 by using discount code - 5. *Our events are co-organized by multiple groups so don't pay attention to the RSVPs. Our events are consistently well attended. Must prepay to attend.)* Scenic Singles event to meet, mix and mingle with others for a "Date Walk" at one of New York City’s hottest attractions – Little Island! Located at Pier 55 on Manhattan’s Hudson River Park, Little Island is a floating park full of greenery, open spaces, viewpoints, and more. Our "Sunset Singles Strolls" are an extremely popular way to meet others in a safe, outdoor setting. Enjoy a fun way to meet others while getting fresh air and exercise. This event very casual and non-awkward + our host will help to make introductions. During the walk, you will randomly be paired with other singles in the beginning then rotate at designated times so that you get to meet everyone participating. We'll make several stops along the park so that people can take pictures and admire the beautiful views. We'll circle the island a couple of times and then afterwards, we'll continue the walk along the Hudson River. Once the walk is over, you're welcome to hang out and exchange contact info with others. Experience all the components of the "island", nestled among flowers, trees and shrubs, along with dazzling views of other portions of Hudson River Park, New York City and the Hudson River. The landscape is diverse, with green lawns, small slopes, and winding walkways. 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 are limiting the # of attendees so that everyone has enough time to meet and spend time with everyone. **What if rains?** We will email attendees a new date. **Can I come alone?** Yes, about 90% come on their own. **Ages?** 20s, 30s. We usually get a good mix and balance genders as much as possible. **How much?** $19-$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)]([https://www.meetup.com/NYC-Social/events/284320740/](https://www.meetup.com/NYC-Social/events/284320740/))

16 attendees

Central Park Afternoon Photo Walk & Free Film Festival

Tue, Oct 6, 7:30 PM

From Appalachian Mountain Club New York-North Jersey

4.8

Let’s go to a Phone Photo Walk in Central Park and Free Nat Geo Central Park Conservancy Film Festival! Group meets at 3:30pm by Pulitzer Plaza Fountain benches on Fifth Ave @ 59th St - across the street from the Apple Store. We plan to walk some 2 to 2.5miles with stops to practice some fun phone photo and video skills. By 5:45pm we go to the Film Festival grounds (between the Sheep Meadow and Cherry Hill) to have some picnic. There will be a DJ and a trivia with prizes before the movie starts at 7pm. So bring snacks and water, a blanket to sit on the grass, wear supportive shoes and come enjoy the Park in good company! My Instagram is @rebecaphotony - also please register on the AMC website: https://activities.outdoors.org/s/oc-activity/a5UVX000001KNW92AO/act00024221 And here is the link to the Festival: https://www.centralparknyc.org/activities/events/carl-sagan-we-are-made-of-star-stuff-at-the-central-park-conservancy-film-festival

7 attendees

Pelham Bay/ Orchard Beach to Hunter & Twin Islands-Members Appreciation

Sun, Oct 11, 2:30 PM

From New York City Hiking Tours

4.9

**WARNING: THIS EVENT MAY BE WAY TOO EXCITING FOR MOST OF YOU!** At this point in the process and because this is a Members Appreciation event, I can add a few more members who I know and have supported this group in the last year or so. I probably will NOT add any more first timers. IF THIS IS YOUR FIRST EVENT WITH US, IMMEDIATELY AFTER YOU RSVP WHETHER YOU ARE ON THE WAIT LIST OR NOT, YOU MUST SEND ME YOUR E-MAIL TO MY E-MAIL AS EXPLAINED BELOW. I use capital letters to emphasize stuff not to shout at you! PLEASE DO NOT CLICK ON THE RSVP BUTTON UNTIL YOU HAVE READ THE ENTIRE DESCRIPTION OF THE EVENT VERY CAREFULLY. I just ask that all attendees be considerate with respect to the RSVP process. I consider this a Members Appreciation Event and it's also a bit unique. The last times we did this it was one of the best events of the year. WE WILL NOT ACCEPT ANY MONETARY DONATIONS ON THIS EVENT NO MATTER HOW STRONG YOUR URGE TO CONTRIBUTE IS. The wait list for this group does NOT operate in a conventional way. Those on the wait list will NOT be moved to the going list automatically. IF APPLICABLE, ALWAYS JOIN THE WAIT LIST WITH LOW PRIORITY WHICH IS FREE. IF THERE IS A WAITLIST, IT APPEARS MEETUP WILL ASK YOU IF YOU WANT TO JOIN MEETUP + BUT IN SMALLER LETTERS AT THE TOP OF THE PAGE YOU CAN CLICK CONTINUE WITH THE FREE PLAN. There is NEVER a need to pay extra to use Meetup's High Priority wait list classification for this group. We are also looking to add a number of First Timers to this event. However, you actually need to read the description of the event carefully. FIRST TIMERS: IF YOU HAVE NEVER ATTENDED AN EVENT BEFORE WITH THE GROUP, I AM ASKING FOR YOUR HELP AND COOPERATION. I AM REQUIRING THAT YOU SEND ME AN E-MAIL TO [bsb2@att.net](http://bsb2@att.net/) AS SOON AS YOU RSVP, EVEN IF YOU ARE ON THE WAIT LIST, AND PUT YOUR E-MAIL ADDRESS IN THE BODY OF YOUR MESSAGE TO ME. THIS WILL HELP ME COMMUNICATE MORE EFFECTIVELY WITH THOSE WHO RSVP. SOMETIMES MEETUP MESSAGES DO NOT GET DELIVERED FOR A VARIETY OF REASONS. IF YOU CAN'T ABIDE BY THIS SIMPLE REQUEST, YOU ARE GOING TO END UP ON THE NOT GOING LIST. (NO GUESTS UNLESS YOU HAVE ATTENDED AN EVENT BEFORE WITH THIS GROUP-Your guest can always sign up just as you did.) I WILL LEAD THE GROUP ONCE AGAIN AROUND HUNTER & TWIN ISLANDS. ("The professional is the one who can do it again."-Dizzy Gillespie said that. And Stymie of The Little Rascals said, "I don't know where we're going but we're on our way. ) The first time we did this event we were guided by the Urban Park Rangers. FEATURE PHOTO TAKEN BY THE LATE JIM WILLIAMS. WE WILL LIMIT THIS EVENT TO AROUND 20 MEMBERS. PRIORITY IS GIVEN TO THOSE WHO HAVE ATTENDED EVENTS IN THE PAST 12 MONTHS, HAVE FEW CANCELLATIONS AND HAVE NOT GIVEN ME A HARD TIME! IF YOU WANT TO BRING A GUEST AND I KNOW YOU, PLEASE SEND ME AN E-MAIL. YOU CAN GET THERE BY SUBWAY-THE # 6 TRAIN- OR CAR AND I WILL PROVIDE DETAILED DRIVING/FREE PARKING INFO. BRING AN OMNI CARD OR CREDIT CARD BECAUSE WE WILL TAKE A SHORT BUS RIDE BACK TO WHERE WE STARTED ONCE WE FINISH OUR EXPLORATION. We will reschedule if the #6 does not stop at the last station on the line. This event will be a fun, relatively fast paced, flat, 7 mile hiking tour thru Pelham Bay Park and Orchard Beach which will include a hike around Hunter and Twin Islands which are on the far edges of Orchard Beach. I suspect very few members have ever been there. In fact, most folks probably have no idea these islands even exist-and they are not islands anymore! Both areas are heavily wooded, uninhabited and even a bit mysterious. A few years ago, I literally ran into a deer while scouting out the route on Twin Island. We will meet BEFORE 10:30 A.M. Be ready to go. WE LEAVE ON TIME. BRING LUNCH AND WATER. WE EAT AT ORCHARD BEACH. IF YOU ATTEND YOU MUST WEAR LONG PANTS AND A LONG SLEEVE SHIRT. MEETING DETAILS WILL BE SENT OUT VIA A MEETUP MESSAGE TO ALL THOSE WHO RSVP NO LATER THAN THE EVENING BEFORE THE EVENT. IF YOU HAVE NOT ALREADY DONE SO, ON YOUR DESKTOP, PLEASE CLICK ON YOUR PROFILE WHICH IS ON THE TOP RIGHT OF THE SITE, THEN CLICK "SETTINGS", THEN CLICK E-MAIL UPDATES" ON THE LEFT. MAKE SURE YOUR E-MAIL UPDATES ARE ON AND WHERE IT SAYS "UPDATES ABOUT YOU”, CHECK MESSAGES BOX. THIS WILL HELP TO INSURE YOU GET MESSAGES FROM ME. I LIKE TO THINK THOSE MESSAGES ARE IMPORTANT. IT LOOKS LIKE YOU CAN CUSTOMIZE YOUR SETTINGS FOR A SPECIFIC GROUP WHICH MAY BE HELPFUL IF YOU BELONG TO MANY MEETUP GROUPS. AS ALWAYS, I am also going to ask that people NOT post any comments or questions prior to the event. You have more than enough information to do this once you get the meeting details. No offense, but I don’t need to know-and neither does anyone else what you are doing that day if you can’t make it or what you think the weather will be, etc. etc. You may even think you have some deep insights into something or other but I ask you to keep that deepness to yourself. AFTER the event, post as many comments and photos as you like. The comments/questions you post BEFORE an event are almost always annoying and unnecessary and I'm not the only one who believes that. PLEASE RESPECT MY WISHES ON THIS. I strongly recommend folks also sign up for my relatively new group. See [https://www.meetup.com/nyc-wanderers/?eventOrigin=your_groups](https://www.meetup.com/nyc-wanderers/?eventOrigin=your_groups) If the weather forecast is really bad, I will post a notice on the day of the hike by 7:00 A.M. If there is no notice, we go. We will probably finish around 3:30 p.m. right where we started.

31 attendees

Early Morning NYC Photo Series: Brooklyn Waterfront, Architecture & Streets

Thu, Oct 8, 11:30 AM

From NYSP+ | New York Street Photography Plus

4.8

We're heading to the Brooklyn waterfront to photograph one of New York City's most spectacular urban environments. **For approximately 90 minutes, we'll explore the DUMBO/Brooklyn Bridge Park area**, looking beyond the obvious skyline photograph and looking for the many different photographic opportunities around us. 📍 Meeting Point **DUMBO Archway Plaza — Water Street between Pearl Street and Anchorage Place** **We'll meet near the iconic Manhattan Bridge view and then make our way toward the waterfront and Brooklyn Bridge Park.** 📷 What we'll look for • Manhattan skyline views • Brooklyn and Manhattan Bridge perspectives • Reflections and waterfront compositions • Architecture and geometric shapes • Morning light on buildings • People interacting with the environment • Boats and activity along the East River • Details that might otherwise be overlooked The challenge is to photograph the waterfront as more than just a postcard. Try looking for people, architecture, water, and light. We'll keep the pace relaxed and stop frequently to photograph. **The goal isn't to cover every part of the waterfront—it's to give ourselves time to see and photograph what's around us.** Who should attend? All photography experience levels are welcome. Bring whatever camera you enjoy using: 📷 DSLR 📷 Mirrorless 📷 Compact camera 📱 Smartphone Feel free to bring a wide-angle lens for the larger scenes, but **don't overlook a normal or telephoto lens for isolating interesting details.** **We'll share ideas and discuss what we're seeing as we photograph.** Explore the Brooklyn waterfront with your camera. Please arrive a few minutes early. We'll begin photographing promptly at 7:30 AM. 📸 Let's see what we can find along the Brooklyn waterfront. For more information or questions, message or text Angel B at 646-247-3377

13 attendees

Dog Cafe! 🐶☕️

Sun, Oct 18, 8:00 PM

From Borough Hoppers

4.9

On Sunday, October 18th, let’s drown ourselves in cuteness at a famous NYC Dog Cafe! 🐶☕️ We'll try to keep our group size to 10 or under. We'll take the first 3 people who are bringing a dog and the first 7 people who are not bringing a dog. **Please see details below:** Sunday, October 18th 4 PM to 6 PM Feel free to join whenever No minimum order, but we recommend getting at least a coffee to support the cafe! **Where:** 195 Avenue A, New York, NY 10009 Dog Cafe (Boris & Horton) Google map link [https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZuFNcWYVH6hciQ5Q7](https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZuFNcWYVH6hciQ5Q7) **Please Note:** The location has a $5 cover fee per party, to avoid it, please tell them you're with Prakhar's party. Of course, please reach out if you have any questions! **The not so fun rule on RSVPs:** Please only RSVP if you think you can make it and adjust your RSVP asap if anything changes (as there are other people who would like your spot). Two no shows or cancellations within 6 hours results in a 4 month ban. I will send a reminder 24 hours in advance to the group Thanks and can't wait to see you!

9 attendees