Hi Friends,  this Meetup is about going on Art tours, activities and experiences led by locals in local galleries. The goal is to learn and enjoy Art through the guidance of people who love Art. We will strive to have at least 1 to 2 Meetups a month. If you love Art, Galleries, Museums, exploring new artists and galleries, and meeting new people, this is the group for you. Not only will you find fantastic Art experiences, you'll make awesome new friends. =) The meetup group was started b …

Do you enjoy visiting museums and galleries? Do you like to explore contemporary art, and learn about post-modern artists? Do you have an interested in art history? Do you attend or would like to attend art lectures and panels held by museums and art institutions alike? Do you enjoy the film programs offered by most large museums in New York? Do you  love books, stories, and ideas? Does the life of the mind appeal to you? Would you like to listen to intellectuals, writers, and storytellers sha …

To give art lover the opportunity to visit galleries in NYC and the surrounding communities.

We go to museums, architecture tours, gallery crawls; to see foreign and independent films; to hear live jazz, blues or indie rock, or opera; go walking, hiking, cycling, camping, and rock climbing; go to play readings; and have book discussions and picnics. We do everything casually, with cost effectiveness in mind:  festivals (most are free), book groups, and many classical, opera and theatre with deep discounts.  We also do $3 customized architecture tours and hikes.  We additionally aim to b …

Are you someone who asks "Why is it Art?" Are you someone who knows "Why"... Are you someone who has always been curious about Art... Join us for a new Art experience ...or as brave beginners! Meet with others who love Art and join our guided "casual gallery walks" facilitated by an experienced Arts Professional. View all forms of Contemporary Art including painting, photography, sculpture, conceptual art (yes installations) Video, and Graphic Design, gain insight into each artists' practice, …

It's too hard to find people interested in esthetic philosophy. Even other artists and designers seem to shy away from the topic. Are we too busy, too few and far between or is it just intimidating to talk about? This group encourages super informal, totally mellow, open-minded and no-pressure conversations about Art & Design Theory and Aesthetic Philosophy! Anyone with an interest in these topics is welcome. All ages, levels of experience and educational backgrounds are welcome! This group wa …

This group's goal is to bring together fun, educated, and interesting women in their late 20s, 30s, and early 40s to form long-lasting friendships and explore all of the fabulousness NYC has to offer. Potential outings include visits to galleries, literary readings, museums, films, comedy shows, charity events, and brunch/happy hours.  We are always open to and welcome new suggestions and ideas! Some past and upcoming meet-ups include an Artists' Talk and Tour in Brooklyn; a show featuring a "me …

We exist to support local Artists and for individuals who would like to network in a fun artist friendly environment.

The Art Collectors Network focuses on seasoned and new art collectors who are interested in learning more about contemporary African, African-American, Caribbean and Latin American art. Our central focus is to make the collecting process less intimidating for members at all levels by providing greater exposure and information. We will create opportunities for our members to meet artists and dealers, view exceptional works of art, acquire knowledge and understanding of contemporary art movements …

Let's get together for creative activities like gallery walks in Chelsea, going to the opera, special tours in New York or wine tasting. This is a group for culturally interested Lesbians that would love to spend an afternoon or evening doing fun stuff while meeting other lesbians. If you'd have a wish where you would like to go let me know!

Because we are smart enough to know how to have fun through unique events! So what are people saying about the New York Brainiacs? "Wow, that event looks AMAZING!", "Oh my, I have never heard of that kind of event before!", "Where do you come up with these ideas, they are incredible" We get together for fun and unique events including lectures, educational events, nature and historical walks, visiting museums, art galleries, cooking classes, festivals, wine tastings, music, social mixers, hi …

Meet with other New Yorkers who love art, visiting galleries and museums, photography - taking and discussing images, having a walk and a stimulating conversation. The group is an extension of Wired New York community into the Meetup.com universe.

The Center is a lighthouse- a beacon of peace, love, strength, and stability serving people from all walks of life who represent all cultures and traditions. It is a place of lifelong learning, guided by the truth of universal principles. A safe and serene oasis, the Center inspires individuals to look inward, and forward- to explore their true nature, innate values, and higher purpose. The Meditation Center and Gallery is coordinated and run by the Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual Organization. W …

Hi and Welcome! If you're a young-at-heart senior and would like to participate in a variety of weekday and weekend activities with other friendly folks, this group is for you! Most of our activities will take place in Manhattan. They may  include dining out, live theater, outdoor activities (usually Spring, Summer and Fall), parks, dinner and discussions and gardens, mansion tours, musical and dance performances, cultural and entertainment venues, museums, galleries, lectures, day trips ... an …

A group for intelligent girls (women?) to connect and make plans. This meetup is run as a group effort - we look to our members to share the opportunity (and burden) of planning events. As our calendar of past meetups shows - we are interested in all types of cultural events: from classic movies, live music, theatre and dance to museums, book signings, walking tours and lectures. We've also gone hiking, ventured to the zoo, watched sporting events, and enjoyed brunches and dinners at some great …

Meet & greet other Fair-Goers and former employees. Share your favorite NY Worlds Fair memories. Show & Tell your souvenir collectibles! Walk the Flushing Meadow Corona Park with Historians and people committed to preserve the historic structures & markers of the NY World's Fairs today! Attend lectures and film screenings about the Worlds Fairs! (yes, they occur frequently).  Get group discounts to World's Fair Collectibles Shows. We hope, at least to begin, to meet monthly at a hotel restauran …

This group is for people who want to explore and experience New York's vast cultural offerings with similar adventurers. There are no prerequisites but the events will focus on modern art, dance, off-broadway theater, opera, live music and dinning. Some events may be expensive (for example, an evening at the Metropolitan Opera) and some may be free (for example, a walking tour of Chelsea galleries). The group is open to couples and singles and might be best suited for those 35 and older with a k …

Business Networking and Professional Development WHAT WE'RE ABOUT: ‘Connecting to Greatness - In Business. In Life. I’m Kate Gaffin. I’m a lifelong entrepreneur and entrepreneurial energy is my absolute favorite kind. I created 'Connecting to Greatness' because I wanted to create a better, more rewarding and even fun networking experience.  And over the last couple of years, I've been invited to teach my style of Business Networking and 'Warm' Marketing to Diplomats at the British Consulate, Stu …

As Featured on: FANGORIA.com Fangoria Long Weekends XOMBA HORROR CHANNEL HORROR HAPPENINGS (1) , (2) , (3) Horror News.Net  - Scream Queenz &   MEETUP.com We Proudly Support "Scares That Care" Rich who is the founder and Organizer of this group is the state representative for the charity and gladfully gives back through this charity with the Dark Side. WELCOME to the DaRk siDe , The premier New York based Horror group bringing Horror fans from all walks of life together and connecting them t …

Do you live in New York City with tons of culture right in your own backyard, but see Superman Returns and other blockbusters, stuff you could see anywhere? Culture for the Non-Cultured participates in 2-3 cultural activities per month, including theater, art galleries, museums, walking tours, aquariums, and historical homes. Each event gathers together 20-60 people. Usually, we eat afterwards, because nothing builds community like sitting around a table full of calories! **It is policy that the …

Our "Photography for Beginners" Meetup is for anyone and everyone who has a passion for taking photos. In this group we learn from each other and from member and guest professionals in the industry. Events include organized walk-abouts, galleries, museums, artist studios, seminars, workshops, networking/social events. Learning opportunities include both use of the camera and cutting-edge technology beneficial for commercial and/or artistic purposes. Our main goal is to have loads of fun adventu …

Welcome to the Sundance Outdoor Adventure Meetup Group! Founded in 1980, Sundance is an all-volunteer, non-profit LGBT club for the NY-NJ-CT region. Visit sundanceoutdoor.org We're a  fun, inclusive and friendly club that's been around since 1980! Everyone is welcome. We're much more than this meetup group! We have more than 400 members and 100+ outings/year. Check out sundanceoutdoor.org Join this group now to try us out! We recently started this meetup group to share some of our 100+ yearly …

City life is infinitely more fun, intimate and exciting when you have friends living close. The major advantages are: you get a sense of community you can randomly arrange to do things without planning days/weeks in advance and you can walk over to see your friends! This group is designed to make friends that live in/around the Lower East side area of Manhattan - including the Lower East Side/Chinatown/Alphabet City/East Village area - which just so happens to be one of the best parts of the b …