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Chapters & Culture

Chapters & Culture

Sun, Oct 25, 7:00 PM
From Chapters & Culture

I’m so happy you’ll be joining me for the very first Chapters & Culture gathering. It means so much to have you be part of the beginning of something I’ve been excited to create. 🤎 Date: 10/25/2026 Time: 3:00pm Location: To be determined (Manhattan or Brooklyn) We’ll spend some time discussing the book Kin by Tayari Jones—sharing what stood out to us, exchanging perspectives, and simply enjoying good conversation and good company. There’s no pressure to have the “right” answers (or remember every detail!). Just come as you are and ready to connect. My hope is that Chapters & Culture becomes a space where we can discover great books, try new experiences, build genuine friendships, and have something fun to look forward to together. Please RSVP by October 20th through. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to me at [insert contact information]. I can’t wait to see you and officially begin our first chapter. ✨ Read. Connect. Experience.

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Oct Art Gallery Crawl (Third Culture Kid Meetup)

Oct Art Gallery Crawl (Third Culture Kid Meetup)

Thu, Oct 15, 10:00 PM
From Third Culture Kids (TCKs) of NYC
4.7

Together the group will check out several of Chelsea’s galleries. On most Thursdays, many art galleries in the city open up to the public from 6 - 8pm so everyone can check out the latest exhibits. Usually small bites and free drinks are included. After the galleries, we'll head to a nearby bar to hang out and chat about the cool, inspiring, fun (and maybe unusual) things we just saw. Exact meeting location to come. Hope to see you there! Follow us on Instagram for more updates: [@tcknyc](https://www.instagram.com/tcknyc) FYI, if it rains, we will reschedule.

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Garba Night in Brooklyn! 🕺🏽💃🏼🛕

Garba Night in Brooklyn! 🕺🏽💃🏼🛕

Sat, Oct 17, 11:15 PM
From Borough Hoppers
4.9

On Saturday, October 17th let’s enjoy Garba Night! 🕺🏽💃🏼🛕 **Details below:** Durga Puja night in Brooklyn with the restaurant Jalsa. They have food, Garba, sacred rituals & color! **Requires RSVP ($44.52) -** [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dandiya-night-tickets-2000663658860#location](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dandiya-night-tickets-2000663658860#location) **When:** Saturday, Oct 17th 7:15 PM to 10:30 PM (Event lasts till 11:30 PM) **Where:** JALSA, 786 Coney Island Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11218 Can join anytime! Google Maps link: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/Ho4L8JNGiWk2NMyS7](https://maps.app.goo.gl/Ho4L8JNGiWk2NMyS7) 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!

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'The Late 1960s American Pop Culture Phenomenon, Part 1: 1967' Webinar

'The Late 1960s American Pop Culture Phenomenon, Part 1: 1967' Webinar

Wed, Oct 21, 9:30 PM
From New York Adventure Club
4.8

Tickets: $18.88 - $50.53 (includes access to the full replay for one week) Click the link below to officially register for this experience: [https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/2002538715204](https://www.nyadventureclub.com/event/2002538715204) From psychedelic rock and counterculture to groundbreaking movies, television, art, and historic moments that captivated millions, the final years of the 1960s were nothing short of extraordinary. How did 1967 through 1969 bring the decade’s cultural revolution to a crescendo while laying the groundwork for the transformative 1970s ahead? It’s time to relive three unforgettable years when pop culture pushed boundaries, shattered conventions, and reflected a rapidly changing world. Join [New York Adventure Club](https://www.nyadventureclub.com/ "https://www.nyadventureclub.com/") for a **three-part series** that takes a deep dive into the final years of the 1960s, when pop culture continued to evolve at a remarkable pace across music, film, television, art, and more. In **Part One: 1967**, we’ll explore the year pop culture went psychedelic, from the Summer of Love and a new generation of rock icons to boundary-pushing films, television, theater, and graphic art. Led by pop culture historian **Arlen Schumer**, this multimedia showcase and celebration will include: * **The Beatles’ extraordinary year**, from the landmark *Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band* and the worldwide satellite broadcast of “All You Need Is Love” to the controversial *Magical Mystery Tour* * **The Monterey International Pop Festival**, which brought established acts like The Who together with breakout performances by Janis Joplin, Otis Redding, and Jimi Hendrix * **The Summer of Love and rise of San Francisco’s counterculture**, including the first Human Be-In in Golden Gate Park and Haight-Ashbury’s emergence as an epicenter of the hippie movement * **The psychedelic revolution in art and design**, from Peter Max’s cosmic graphics to Milton Glaser’s iconic Bob Dylan poster * **Groundbreaking works across film and theater**, including *Bonnie and Clyde*, *The Graduate*, and the off-Broadway debut of *Hair* * **Television that challenged established conventions**, including the irreverent comedy-variety format of *Rowan & Martin’s Laugh-In* and Patrick McGoohan’s iconoclastic British series *The Prisoner* Afterward, we'll have a **Q&A with Arlen** — any and all questions are welcomed and encouraged! Can't make it live? Don't worry, you'll have access to the **full replay through one week after the entire series concludes.** See you there, virtually! \*Immediately upon registering, you will receive a separate, automated email containing the link to join this webinar \*\*For the best possible viewing experience, please ensure you're using the latest version of your internet browser \*\*\*A full replay of the experience will be available to all registered guests for up to a week after the series finale \*\*\*\*If the event has already passed, but it's been less than a week since the series finale, you can still [register for it on our website's active replay section](https://www.nyadventureclub.com/categories/virtual/Replay "https://www.nyadventureclub.com/categories/virtual/Replay")! **The Late 1960s American Pop Culture Phenomenon Series** Part 1: 1967 (Wednesday, October 21 @ 5:30pm ET) Part 2: 1968 (Wednesday, October 28 @ 5:30pm ET) Part 3: 1969 (Wednesday, November 4 @ 5:30pm ET) **About Arlen** [Arlen Schumer](https://arlenschumer.com/ "https://arlenschumer.com/"), MFA is one of the foremost historians of comic book art, named by Comic Book Artist magazine in 1998 as "one of the more articulate and enthusiastic advocates of comic book art in America." His coffee table book, The Silver Age of Comic Book Art, won the Independent Publishers Book Award for best Popular Culture book. Schumer is also one of comic book art’s most idiosyncratic practitioners, creating award-winning illustrations for the advertising and editorial markets. His most recent book is *[The Five Themes of The Twilight Zone](https://arlenschumer.com/product/the-five-themes-of-the-twilight-zone-by-arlen-schumer/ "https://arlenschumer.com/product/the-five-themes-of-the-twilight-zone-by-arlen-schumer/")*. Disclaimer By attending a New York Adventure Club experience, you accept our [terms of service](https://about.nyadventureclub.com/terms "https://about.nyadventureclub.com/terms"). Categories: Virtual, Moments in History

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Navratri/Garba Festival @ Jersey City w/Veg*n Dinner

Navratri/Garba Festival @ Jersey City w/Veg*n Dinner

Fri, Oct 16, 11:00 PM
From The New York City Vegetarian & Vegan Meetup
4.7

**Join us in the vibrant and enchanting world of Navratri celebrations in the heart of Jersey City, New Jersey!** In 2026, India Square in Jersey City is set to come alive with the joyous rhythms of Navratri, one of India's most spirited and colorful festivals. This annual extravaganza promises to be a captivating fusion of traditional Indian culture and modern excitement, bringing together people from diverse backgrounds to celebrate the triumph of good over evil through dance, music, and devotion. **Every year in Jersey City, along Newark Avenue, there is a huge Navratri / Garba Festival that draws more than 10,000 people. It is an inexpensive and excellent event that is easily accessible to New Yorkers via Path Train. Usually a festival toll gate is set up around 8:00pm, and if we eat dinner early we will likely be inside of it. We will see what happens, but be prepared to pay $5 if charged by the venue.** "Newark Avenue, in the township of Jersey City, New Jersey sets a unique example during **Navratri, where more than fifteen thousand men, women and children play Garba-Raas on the street, all throughout the night, every night for 4-6 nights - a rare spectacle to be observed**." Website address: [http://www.indiasquare.org](http://www.indiasquare.org) **2024 Navratri videos**: [https://youtu.be/vLxQ1wr0OEE?si=ygt4DCeeFNOuN1Wm](https://youtu.be/vLxQ1wr0OEE?si=ygt4DCeeFNOuN1Wm) **Directions and WHERE TO MEET US:** **Take the PATH train to Journal Square in Jersey City. From Manhattan you can get on the JOURNAL SQUARE-bound train (NOT the Hoboken train) at 33rd Street & 6th Avenue (in the 34th Street subway station), or at other Manhattan PATH train stops.** When you exit the Journal Square PATH Train station, you will be directly on John F Kennedy Blvd. **Walk north along John F Kennedy Blvd three blocks to Newark Ave.** That is where the Garba/Navratri Festival is across Newark Avenue. **You will see a big White Castle Restaurant -- on the corner of Newark Ave and John F Kennedy Blvd (it is on John F Kennedy Blvd). Do NOT go inside the White Castle. Our group will be meeting between 7:00pm and 7:15pm IN FRONT OF the White Castle at 2995 John F Kennedy Blvd. We will be holding a "VEG MEETUP" sign OR Dressed in traditional attire. Don't be late!** After meeting, we will all walk a few feet to the Garba/Navratri Festival on Newark Avenue. **See you there, in front of the White Castle, between 7:00pm and 7:15pm. Don't go inside the White Castle, instead meet us right in front of it. Don't be late! Arrive early if you are unsure of your timing.** **Dinner:** There are many Indian restaurants up and down Newark Avenue, serving veg\*n options. We will be grabbing food as a group prior to the Garba/Raas event, and feel free to grab something to eat at anytime, just for yourself. There are many, many vegetarian and vegan options in the many restaurants, and numerous restaurants are all-vegetarian (though not all-vegan, so check your specific item before ordering). Karthik **Why is Navratri celebrated ?** Navratri, rooted in ancient Hindu mythology and history,holds a significant place in India's cultural and religious heritage. The history of Navratri dates back thousands of years and is steeped in legend and tradition. One of the most famous stories associated with Navratri is the battle between the goddess Durga and the demon Mahishasura. According to Hindu mythology, Mahishasura, a shape-shifting demon, terrorized the heavens and the earth. Unable to bear his tyranny, the gods created the goddess Durga, an embodiment of their collective divine power, to defeat Mahishasura. This epic battle lasted for nine days and nights, symbolizing the nine nights of Navratri. On the tenth day, known as Vijayadashami or Dussehra, Durga emerged victorious, marking the triumph of good over evil. Navratri also celebrates the goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and prosperity, and Saraswati, the goddess of knowledge and wisdom, during this period. Each of the nine nights is dedicated to one of these goddesses, with special prayers and rituals performed to invoke their blessings. Over the centuries, Navratri has evolved from a primarily religious observance into a grand cultural festival. It is a time when people come together to dance the energetic Garba and Dandiya Raas, wearing traditional attire and forming intricate dance circles. These dances symbolize the joyous celebration of life, as well as the triumph of light over darkness. Today, Navratri transcends religious boundaries and is celebrated by people of various backgrounds, not only in India but also in Indian communities worldwide. It's a testament to the enduring power of tradition and the significance of preserving cultural heritage in a modern world. Navratri continues to be a time of unity, devotion, and festivity, honoring the ancient legends and history that make it a cherished part of Indian culture. Image Courtesy: https://www.nj.com/hudson/2021/10/thousands-dance-in-the-streets-to-celebrate-festival-of-navratri-in-nj-photos.html

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Yacht Party Cruise (Drinks, DJ, Dancing)

Yacht Party Cruise (Drinks, DJ, Dancing)

Sat, Oct 17, 2:00 AM
From "The New York Asian Meetup Group" (7,000+ Members)
4.5

**\*GET TICKETS AT:** [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vip-yacht-party-cruise-tickets-1984580017255](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vip-yacht-party-cruise-tickets-1984580017255) *(\*Our events are co-organized by multiple groups so don't pay attention to the RSVPs. These events are consistently well attended. Members get tickets and don't RSVP.* Join us for an amazing (climate-controlled) cruise through NYC and sail by the Brooklyn Bridge, The Statue of Liberty, and the beautiful New York City Skyline on this spacious vessel! Let loose late night on a 100 ft, 2-deck private yacht party on the hottest yacht cruise with the best DJs while enjoying the NYC Skyline! Sail through the city and take in the sights while you enjoy music and drinks for the night. Grab your friends or come alone and get ready to enjoy an experience you won't forget! What to expect: * **Scenic 3-hour cruise of the NYC harbor** * **Captivating views of the Manhattan skyline including the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, Ellis Island, the Freedom Tower and more** * **Climate-controlled covered areas and open air decks** * **Live DJ playing the best party music** * **2 Bars and Food available** **for purchase** * **Great for Birthday Celebrations/bachelorette/bachelor/anniversary/** **& more (Balloons & Cakes permitted - no other outside food allowed)** FAQs: • The boat will sail rain or shine! The boat has two levels. Both levels have climate controlled covered areas - indoor & outdoor • No specific dress code but we suggest Trendy/Neat Casual • There is paid parking at the marina, or you can try to find parking on the street. \*TIX NOT sold at door. Price will go up as space becomes limited so get tickets ASAP and save $$) **For more fun events follow/go to -** [https://www.eventbrite.com/o/new-york-city-social-events-10797526283](https://www.eventbrite.com/o/new-york-city-social-events-10797526283)

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Meetup is a platform for discovering and joining local groups and events based on shared interests, such as cultural celebrations.

You can search for cultural events in New York by browsing categories or using location-based filters on Meetup to explore local options.

In New York, you can find events celebrating various cultures including parades, festivals, and traditional ceremonies.

Yes, Meetup events are open to anyone interested. Simply RSVP to attend cultural celebrations that interest you.

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Absolutely! Cultural celebrations are excellent opportunities to meet others who share your interests and learn about different cultures.

Many cultural events welcome participants of all ages, but it’s best to check event details for specific age recommendations.

Variety depends on what’s organized in your area. Larger cities like NYC typically offer a broad range of cultural celebrations.

People join cultural events to connect with their roots, explore new cultures, and share in community traditions.

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If you don’t find events of interest, consider starting your own group or event to attract others with similar cultural interests.

Some cultural celebrations may also offer online participation, depending on the event organizer's setup.

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Event frequency can vary; however, New York's diverse community often hosts frequent cultural gatherings and celebrations.