Wikimedia NYC is the nonprofit supporting Wikipedia and related projects (and resulting cultural and educational outreach) in the Greater New York City area. We also work with Free Culture Alliance NYC, and this account will also support meetings of everyone interested in that broader movement.

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 …

Enjoying the city after work hours. Seeing and doing an unlimited amount of events , Happy Hour, Museums, Plays, Volunteering, Outdoor and Walks through out the most amazing city. We also have weekend volunteer projects, Dining in NYC, Happy Hours, Wine Bars and Weekday and Weekend Events. A new group with an exciting adventure ahead. Evening & Weekends with New York City!

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 …

Our group explores various neighborhoods in New York's five boroughs. The focus is on culture (monuments, historic landmarks, religious buildings), food and drink, recreation (museums, parks), and some shopping (markets, unique stores). We usually stroll through a  neighborhood, taking in the vibe and checking out locations of interest, before eating at a local restaurant. The first four neighborhoods we visited were the Lower East Side, Astoria, Central Harlem, and the Financial District.

Meet with other local people who enjoy Broadway & Off-Broadway Shows. We want to enjoy the best that New York has to offer. Our aim is to have events at reasonable prices with added value you couldn't get anywhere else thanks to BroadwaySpace.com. Moderately priced events such as off-broadway shows, and some expensive events such as broadway shows, gala benefits and the like. We hope to become a group that is large enough to get group discounts and special priveleges at venues and museums. We we …

We are a group of culture enthusiasts! We will meet to enjoy great performances in New York City, such as the ballet, the opera, and classical music concerts. Then, we will go out to eat to discuss our experiences and share our views. This is a group for like-minded people, who enjoy the cultural events in the city. People with similar interests that wish to meet others are welcome to join! I ask members to pay a nominal fee of $5, which you can pay online to help me cover costs that I owe to me …

Do you wish for a friendly forum to discuss interesting ideas with new friends? Are you curious about the wealth of inspiration and beauty available for you to discover, all concentrated in your city? Are you an explorer of our world, eyes and heart open to others' expressions of perspectives, cultures, histories, & objets d'art? Don't be shy, come join us, make suggestions, express yourself, or just listen! We are all about learning and sharing new (& old!) ideas, and we welcome you to the NY M …

You spend your days being serious, responsible, professional, respectable. Maybe you have a stressful job, have bills to pay, have people who depend on you. BEING A GROWN-UP IS HARD WORK!! Every now and then, we need to get out and play - whether it be for just an hour or evening - to reconnect with our inner child and to relax and re-energize. SILLY DATE! NEW YORK is a good clean fun Meetup group in New York City for singles and their friends. Members are fun, friendly, independent and are inte …

Have you ever been interested in going to a Buddhist event in New York City and not been able to find it? Or, even worse, heard about it after it happened??? This page will feature the upcoming visits to New York of extraordinary Buddhist teachers plus interesting classes happening around town and in the greater New York City metro area (+ a short trip away too). The calendar on MeetUp will help everyone see what is coming. Hope you find this helpful!!! Check out the "Dharma Drink" group to …

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.

Welcome to The Activity Group 45+NYC This group  was created to provide men and women 45 years old and over, opportunities to participate in the cultural and artistic life of the city and beyond. The Group was also created for adults that like going out but, don't want to do it alone. Activities/Events--- Concerts, Broadway, Off Broadway, Museum Tours, Day Trips, Wine Tastings, Ballet, Opera, Movies, Dancing. Park Events, Dining,Comedy,  Seminars,Shopping Trips, Book Club, Festivals, Symphony an …

The first chapter of Leaders in Software and Art was founded in New York in 2009 as a networking group for cutting-edge artists who use technology to create museum-quality pieces. Meetups feature artist speakers showcasing their work and are attended by people fascinated by the field, such as curators, collectors, engineers and programmers, and of course other tech artists. What began with software art presentations has grown to include data visualization, sculpture made using LEDs, microprocess …

Do you want to explore cultural centers and institutions in and around New York City? We visit places one may not venture to visit because they needed that extra push for someone to make it an actual event. We are always open to suggestions of places to visit. Please join and go on our next adventure.

This is a group for New York's museum professionals in the first 10 years of their careers who wish to: Connect with peers. Discover ways to increase their involvement in the museum field. Share resources for career development. Learn from one another. Get to know their colleagues from other institutions.

The New York Museum and Gallery Meetup Group will gather monthly to visit various galleries and museums in the New York City area as well as lectures, seminars and panel discussions on various subjects such as art history, collecting and financial issues related to collecting. Members should freely send suggestions of different events in New York City so that the Meetups reflect the interests of the group. This is a great opportunity to pick from the thousands of art events occurring in New York …

NYCC (New York Culture Club) is a social and educational cultural studies organization. Essentially we are a combination book club / cultural immersion group. Our goal is to embrace and appreciate the diversity of our world, and the people within it, while engaging in a social and entertaining experience that take us around globe via the city of New York. PLEASE FOLLOW US: http://www.facebook.com/NYCultureClub https://twitter.com/nycultureclub HOW IT WORKS: Every quarter we choose a country or c …

We are “Seasoned Adults” within the New York City area with a healthy interest in the occasional enjoyment of time well spent with other mature people. Singles 35 - 50+ We want to get *well acquainted by means of varied events and alike… Yes!, we’re open to suggestions. --- Small groups FOCUS! --- No Show Policy! - Communication is Key!, Open! and Available! After 2 NO SHOWS, Membership Expires:-( --- All Members are encouraged to join in ANY Seasoned Adults’ event(s) within 3 to 4 months of …

Love classical music? Love discount tickets to classical music concerts? Better yet: love the NY Phil?! If you said "yes" to any of these questions, the New York Philharmonic Meetup Group is for YOU! Whether you're a newbie to classical music or an aficionado, we welcome you! Meet & dine with fellow fans of our world's greatest orchestra, get great discount tickets to some fabulous concerts, enjoy intellectually- stimulating discussions... and so much more! Join now and we'll see you soon!

This group is for those who like museums as a casual activity and enjoy spending an hour or so at an exhibition or viewing permanent collection. Let's take a mini-break during the week , meetup  on a week night to enjoy New York Museums with like minded people. If the mood strikes we can grab a cup of tea or a bite afterwards. We will aim to have 6-8 meetups per year. If there is a museum you'd like to go to, or you want to suggest a different day/time - don't be shy - suggest a meetup and I'd b …

We are a group of creative moms: painters, dancers, musicians, writers, designers, photographers, architects, taxidermists, crafters... ect, who are looking for ways to meet likeminded moms in the area and share our love for creativity with our children. Anyone with children who is interested in going on adventures in New York City, visiting museums and galleries, seeing performances, finding ways to be creative, learning new things or just meeting likeminded moms for coffee and a play-date shou …

Hola amig@s: We are a wonderful community of fun and friendly people that enjoys participating in Spanish-themed cultural events and conversation. Being a member is FREE. We invite you to become a member and immerse yourself into BOTH language and culture, have fun and make tons of amigos! We have several events for our members: Informal Spanish conversation events in Manhattan Beginners, Intermediate & Advanced: Monthly Spanish Conversation Workshops for each level Private Movie Event in S …

Like our facebook page for up-to-the-minute meetups. https://www.facebook.com/NYCArtsCultureFestivalsOutdoors 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 are sustainable - by being socially polite to the people around us at events, and going beyond recycling - we aim to only use r …

Been meaning to draw more? Or enjoy Central Park more? Do both - and meet great people too! Come relax and learn with New York's largest drawing Meetup Group. We welcome people who: have a love of art and nature - want to meet new people - want to learn from other artists - want to see parks and museums - want to start drawing (including figure drawing), but classes are too expensive - draw all the time, or haven't drawn for years (or ever!) What makes our Meetups different? We like to share …

Meet other New York City Stay At Home Dads, Part-time at home dads, work from home dads, freelance dads, working dads, and involved fathers in and around NYC to socialize and interact with other guys who enjoy spending quality time with their kids during the day. Our primary goal is to form an inclusive & active community of involved dads during the week while the rest of the world is working, so we can take advantage of what the city has to offer without the crowds & within a tight budget. This …

Tired of going to the usual event at a bar and finding yourself with nothing to say--because there's nothing in particular to talk about at just a plain old bar?? Then come on a "Friendly Native New Yorker" Walking Tour! See the city, learn some fun local history, and meet some new people, all at the same time. Add a little urban adventure to your weekend by coming along with us. Native New Yorker Linda is a licensed New York City tour guide (star rated by the Department of Consumer Affairs), h …

This group is for professional mature black men and black women who enjoy meeting, networking and socializing with each other. If you are looking for a great afterwork spot, good conversation with good people, look no further. This is the meet up for you. We will also make the most of what this great city has to offer and venture to museums, movies, wine tastings, restaurants, live shows, community events and much more!  I'm Tee and I started this group because I love NYC, happy hours, art and c …

NYC ASL is a social/conversation group for Deaf, hard of hearing and students of American Sign Language - All are welcome. We meet 3 times a week in Manhattan(see schedule for times and  location)  for silent conversation and casual instruction. A regular Brooklyn meet-up is planned for the near future see our sister group  http://www.meetup.com/The-Brooklyn-American-Sign-Language-Group/. Members also attend signed cultural programs and events (museum tours, poetry slams, Happy Hour, etc.) throu …