The Joy List: August 26

Hi there, friend!

We don’t have a New Yorker of the Week today. And I know for a fact that some of you have been thinking about it! Ready to make some new friends and/or go on some cute dates? Fill out the application here.

And remember, if you refer The Joy List to some pals, you can get free event tickets, valuing up to $90!

Just use the handy dandy box that lives below this man petting pumpkins.

Now, onto the GIF and the fun stuff:

Learn how to code and land a job in this intensive 3-month bootcamp

Fractal Bootcamp is not for the faint of heart. You will work 60 hours per week for 3 months, alongside 24 other aspiring engineers. By the end of the program, you will be a full-stack web developer with an expertise in Typescript with React, as well some project-based exposure to Python & Golang.

This program will also help you land a job, because you’ll be part of a community with connections to the NYC tech scene. Graduates have landed six-figure jobs at multiple startups.

Ready to spend over 600 hours with a bunch of ambitious new friends? Learn more and apply here.

Gatherings

Double check details before you go, and contact the organizers with questions! The Joy List does not run these events.

Monday, August 26: LBGTQIA+ Speed Friending

Do you wish you could have more of the kinds of conversations you have late at night where for some reason, you feel safe talking about the things you actually care about?

Bring your friends (or come by yourself) and spend your Monday night at an event where you know everyone else is there for the same reason.

$21.58. 7 to 9 PM. Torch and Crown, 12 Vandam St. Info here.

Tuesday, August 27: Community Builder Soiree

Join us for our Community Builder Soiree, hosted with Led By Community and Tightknit. This night is designed for community builders to network and exchange ideas with fellow change-makers.Enjoy a fun selection of wine and dinner bites as you mingle and learn from one another. Bring your fellow community enthusiasts and let's build stronger networks together!It's a "soireé" but you can come as you are or snazz it up ✨

Free. 6-9pm. 12-16 Vestry St. Info here.

Thursday, August 29: The Curiosity Club

Curiosity Club is a class and community gathering for anyone interested in art, no prior experience required. This week our art teacher Jessi will be leading a guided art meditation where we will be setting an intention and letting our art guide us through a simple meditative process to help visualize our goals and feelings. Discounted Drinks and all materials provided!

$10.38. 7 to 10 PM. Brooklyn Kava, 191 Suydam St. Info here.

Thursday, August 29: Creative Joy Date

Our Creative Joy Dates are where creativity is nurtured through games, activities, and arts and crafts. These sessions are more than just fun and games—they're opportunities to reconnect with your inner child and practice self-care by tapping into your authentic core. It's been said that it is through play that we reveal and express our true selves.​Here's a sneak peek of what to expect:​-Introductions & Ice Breaker​-Games & Coloring​-Design a Glass Picture Frame with pressed flowers and inspirational words

$22, 6:30-8 PM. 12-16 Vestry St 4th Floor. Info here.

Thursday, August 29: Prospect Park Walk For Women

Come alone, come in a group, come with a pet, coffee, whatever you choose!!

A small loop around the park ~1 hour, 3 miles, casual pace, come and go as you please!

7 PM. Coordinates on page. Prospect Park. Info here.

Friday, August 30: Letter Writing Soiree

This event is a place for creative writers to meet one another and use the art of letter writing as a creative prompt to experiment with fictional letter writing. Food and beverages with be provided.

$40. 7 to 9 PM. 62 Bedford St. Info here.

Saturday, August 31: Clown Cult x LSD Clownsystem

JOIN US for a very special edition of CLOWN CULT, featuring LSD CLOWNSYSTEM, coming all the way from New Orleans!

BECOME THE CLOWN for the night in this all-clown, immersive variety show. Participate in all kinds of silly ceremonies, ridiculous rituals and sensational shenanigans as we embrace the clown within us all! COME IN CLOWN for access to secrets and enlightenment behind your mortal grasp! Don your stripes, polka dots, tutus, and facepaint!

Note from Jillian: Some artsy friends told me about this event, and couldn’t say enough good things. Have fun, you clowns!

$30. 7 PM. Rubulad, Bushwick. Info here.

That's it for this edition. Try something new this week, friends! 

Jillian

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