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The Joy List: September 23
Hi there, friend!
We don’t have a New Yorker of the Week today.
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Now, onto one of my favorite fall GIFs and the fun stuff:
Allie Leilani, Top Brooklyn-based Matchmaker just launched We Clicked: A Matchmaking agency for dynamic singles who want a more intentional way to date!
Matchmaking for heart-centered singles, 20's-40's, who cant be put in a box, those who are SO fatigued by the dating apps and want a more dialed in approach to meet people! Visit the website & click "Join The Rolodex" (FOR FREE) to potentially be matched with a client who is aligned with you! Or, if you are interested in becoming a paying client, head to the website menu & click "GET STARTED"
Feeling unsupported? Get a team of experts on your side for the next three months
Labyrxnth’s final intensive of 2024 is happening from October to December. Within this container, you will have a dream team of therapists, coaches, and holistic practitioners on your side— plus a supportive peer group. The Joy List founder, Jillian, was a participant and highly recommends it.
Labyrxnth is for you if you’re feeling burned out, unsure about a decision, or you’re transitioning into a new chapter of life. You’ll leave the guided experience with a deeper sense of self, a strong community, and a team of people who really get you! Curious to learn more? Book a complimentary Reflection Session with founder Christina Ducruet before September 25 to explore.
Gatherings
Double check details before you go, and contact the organizers with questions! The Joy List does not run these events.
Wednesday, September 25: Tri Mic Open Mic
This unique event is one part TED talk, one part workshop, and one part open mic - a night where you not only get to cultivate your writing, you get to share it with a supportive, like-minded audience!
How it works:
- The night starts off with a roughly 5-10 minute talk about an element of the creative process
- Followed by a 20 minute writing workshop, filled with fun and surprising exercises sure to get your creative juices flowing
- All culminating in a 90 minute open mic, where attendees can share their work
$12.51. 7 to 10 PM. All Night Skate, Rockaway Ave. Info here.
Thursday, September 26: Lunar Acroyoga Flow for Couples: Clothing Optional
Acroyoga is a very physical activity, involves touching other people, and is quite playful/adventurous. It’s a lot more accessible than you probably think because we use technique instead of raw muscle strength to hold people up. If you can hold the top of a push-up, you are probably good to go.
The workshop is aimed at couples to make the clothing optional part of the workshop comfortable.
$97.88 for 2 people. 7 to 10 PM. Near Herald Square. Info here.
Thursday, September 26: +1 Speed Dating
Met Through Friends is headed to Saint for the speed dating event of your dreams! You and your +1 will join us for 6 minute dates with other great friends-of-friends.Each ticket includes admission for 2 people (1 woman interested in men + 1 man interested in women). Your +1 can be a platonic friend you think would be great for someone else, or a crush you'd like to find a cheeky way to spend time with... up to you!
$55 for 2 people. 7-10 PM. SAINT, 136 2nd Ave. Info here.
Saturday, September 28: Soul Brunch Fundraiser
The music will be electric, the vibe will be unstoppable, and the good times will roll well into the night—we're rockin' the afterparty til 4am! 🌙
Not just epic beats, but there’s also live painting, interactive games, and mini tasty bites from Yes Babe & Bondi Sushi to keep your senses indulged. 🍬🎨
Plus, intimate group activities and connected conversations for those looking for more intentional connections.
$50. 12 pm to 4 AM. Register for address. After party at Dead Letter No. 9. Info here.
Saturday, September 28: Mirrors, An Interactive Gaia House Show
You're officially invited to Gaia Music Collective's newest House Show, a musical celebration were the barriers between performer & audience melt and all are welcome to join in the music-making! These magical evenings of community & song are part house show, part art party, part jam session, part improvised extravaganza, and part evolving co-creation that takes on a life of its own.
$22-$55. 7 to 11 PM. Sound Mind Center, 202b Plymouth St. Info here.
Sunday, September 29: University Open Air: Dream Language School: Share your strangest dreams
Come share your strangest dream in a one-on-one twenty-five minute dream sharing session with Alisa Minyukova of The Dream Mapping Project in preparation for the publication of the "The Brooklyn Dream Handbook", a zine dedicated to group exploration of the symbols, archetypes and parabolic’s of the Brooklyn diverse dreaming community.
While walk-in appointments will be available, we recommend that you make a timed appointment. Please email available time range to [email protected].
Note from Jillian: Check out the University Open Air website for tons of free workshops this week!
Free. 11 AM to 2 PM. Prospect Park Boathouse. Info here.
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