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The Joy List: November 4
Hi there, friend!
We’re skipping the New Yorker of the Week today. Instead, I’m going to feature a ton of events where you can go to get some space from all of the election news this week.
There will be a lot of uncertainty and stress, and potentially multiple days where we won’t know how this election will swing. That can lead to anxiety, and potentially falling back on unhelpful coping mechanisms. So it’s important to have a self-care plan! (Stephanie Foo has some great posts on this topic.)
Please feel free to forward this to anyone who you think might want some extra TLC during this weird time. (And if you’re new here and want this in your inbox every week, hi! You can sign up here.)
Now, onto the good stuff:
Gatherings
Double check details before you go, and contact the organizers with questions! The Joy List does not run these events.
Monday, November 4: Banking for Kamala
Ready to make a difference in this upcoming election? You’ve got a few options:
Phone banking (or here if you don’t need training!)
I did my first phone bank last week, and it was much less stressful than I was expecting. I mostly was calling registered democrats to make sure they sent in their mail-in ballot, or had a plan to vote on election day.
You get a script, and the script changes depending on what the person you’re talking to says. Surprisingly simple once you get past the training!
Free. Whenever you can! Links above.
Tuesday, November 5: Community Landing: A Space for Rest and Care with Tonie Warner
A friend of mine who’s a yoga teacher recommended this class. This teacher is very well-respected in the space!
This workshop is designed to help restore and nourish your body and heart through journaling, Somatics, Yoga Asana, and rest in Yoga Nidra, while held by themes of community, belonging, and care.
Sliding scale, $35. 10 to 11:45 AM. Arise Yoga Crown Heights, 730 Franklin Ave. Info here.
Tuesday, November 5: Official Ritual Sound Baths
Official Ritual is offering sound baths at 4, 5:30, and 7:15 PM.
$47. Official Ritual, 112 West 17th St. Info here.
Tuesday, November 5: The Hyve
This is a group for fostering and deepening the storytelling and creative practice behind a project. IT consists of sharing and discussing creative projects and deepening the narrative or meaning behind those projects, including asking questions like “Who is the audience? What do they learn/feel? Where does this happen? What is the impact on the community?”We will also participate in storytelling and creative exercises, as well as occasionally bring ideas or projects to staging spaces like open mics or workshops to gauge audience/community response.
Free! 5-7pm at the Walt Whitman Library in Brooklyn. Info here.
Tuesday, November 5: New York Insight Alternative Election Night – Open Meditation Space
Not sure if you want to spend the evening of Tuesday, November 5th manically refreshing your news apps and biting your fingernails? New York Insight is offering a meditation space for anyone who seeks an alternative to a frantic election night. Allow yourself some space from what the rest of the evening, and the days to come, will bring.
Free, donations encouraged. 6:30 to 8:30 PM. New York Insight at 115 West 29th St. Info here.
Tuesday, November 5: CX Town Hall & Election Watch Party
This election night, before the results start coming in, let's sit together to share our experiences, discuss how we feel, metabolize what we're going through, and prepare ourselves for whatever is to come. In a convening somewhere between a Quaker meeting and an Un-conference, we will summon the power of community to provide resilience through challenging times.
The discussion will be moderated by CX member and Scholar-in-Residence, Douglas Rushkoff PhD, a cultural philosopher, professor, documentarian, podcast host, and author of twenty books. CX members and guests will be joined by subscribers of Rushkoff’s Team Human podcast and friends of Psychedelics for Climate Action.
Then, starting at 9PM when the polls close, we will livestream the news coverage of the results. To process the intense energy of the evening, we will have a Reiki Master on hand to work with groups and individuals. As always, our LumoOmbro bars will be open, serving much-needed craft cocktails, non-alcoholic elixirs, and lite snacks.
Free. 7 PM to 2 AM. 54 Crosby St. Info here.
Tuesday, November 5: Dharma Punx
LIVE AND IN PERSON!!! Join us at Grand Street Healing Project. You will also be able to join us on Zoom and listen after the fact on the podcast.
Donation-based. 7 to 8:30 PM. 105 Grand St. Info here.
Tuesday, November 5: Dominican Sisters of Hope Meditation
Join the Dominican Sisters of Hope on Election Night, Tuesday, November 5, from 6pm - 10 pm ET for a contemplative sit-in on Zoom. During this time, we hope to bring stillness to the world and to each other.
We will begin with an hour-long contemplation with Sister Madeleine Tacy, OP, from 6 to 7pm ET. Afterward, a sister or associate will offer a meditation every half hour until 10pm.
Note from Jillian: I don’t usually include virtual events, but I know a few people who don’t want to leave their houses on election night. So a virtual space might be welcome!
Free. 6 to 10 PM. Virtual. Info here.
Wednesday, November 6: Lightning Society Community Potluck
Join us for our bi-monthly Wednesday community potluck at Lightning Society! We will be coming together to share food, drinks, and connection, so please bring a favorite dish and be ready to meet some wonderful people! We’ll be indoors in the 2nd floor living room, and will be sharing food family style.
Bring food, $15, or volunteer. 7 PM. Lightning Society, 245 Varet St. Info here.
Wednesday, November 6: The Feels
With spooky season behind us, cuffing season is officially underway. Dive into the season heart-first at The Feels. The Feels is designed for those who are asking the big questions, and looking for others doing the same. Discover a new way to meet people and explore connections that immediately transcend the surface.
Ticket cost includes unlimited wine & n/a cocktails, plus light bites.
$96.90. 15% off with code JOYLIST. 6:30 to 9:30 PM. The Knife Factory, 347 Maujer St. Info here.
Wednesday, November 6: Reading Rhythms (With Dogs)
Reading Rhythms is a series of welcoming reading parties designed to make it easy for people to gather and read socially. We invite you to bring any book you want and facilitate silent reading periods, as well as 1-on-1 breakouts, and group discussions to pull on the threads of the books that everyone is engaging with.
In a world that can often feel devoid of interest and meaningful connection, we bring readers together to reconnect with our love of learning, to experience the wonder of beautiful venues and curated music, and to gather amongst all of the people who want to be in that very same room.
$20. 6:30 to 9 PM. Boris and Horton, 195 Ave A. Info here.
Thursday, November 7: +1 Queer Mingle
Everyone says they want to meet someone "through friends," and we help make it happen: join us for a queer edition of our signature +1 singles parties! We'll be at Ra Ra Rhino, and enigmatic cocktail bar in Bushwish serving detailed drinks and good old-fashioned funky, tropical swank.Each ticket includes admission for 2 people. Your +1 should be another queer friend who is single or otherwise open to romantic/flirtatious connection. All genders and orientations are welcome.
$30 for 2 people. 6-8PM. Ra-Ra Rhino. Info here.
Thursday, November 7: Inner Child Art Nyte
Feeling a little far from your creativity? Craving some time to let loose and use all the crayons in the crayon box? Join artist + facilitator Nasimeh B.E. for this evening of expression, connection, and play. Using evidence-backed practices, we will tap into our inner creative self, leaving the evening feeling uplifted + connected to self + others. Code JOYLIST07 for $5 off.
$35. 7-9 PM. Williamsburg. Info here.
Saturday, November 9: Lifeboat in the Storm – A Post-Election Retreat
Join us for a day of restorative practice and open-hearted fellowship away from the incessant drumbeat of news and cacophonous views clamoring for attention on your electronic devices. During the mini-retreat we will explore foundational meditation practices for finding poise and balance in our bodies in the midst of turbulent times. The invitation will be to slow down and cultivate an attitude of curiosity and care to whatever might arise moment by moment.
$45-$120. 10 AM to 4 PM. New York Insight at 115 West 29th St. Info here.
Sunday, November 10: Música do Circulo
An afternoon of Brazilian music full of singing, body percussion, improvisation, play, and connection!
In this workshop, we’ll explore the possibilities which arise when improvisation, singing, body percussion, movement, dialogue, play and human connection come together in a flow, where everyone is invited to add their contribution. Presence and listening will be our guides during this collective cooperative musical adventure, which is open to everyone regardless of previous musical experience. Our premise being that music is our essential nature and sharing music is an essential part of human experience.
Donation-based. 11 AM to 7 PM. Balance Arts Center, 151 West 30th St. Info here.
Rosen Method Bodywork
Ever felt like you wanted to cry with your massage therapist? Or have your talk therapist place their hands on you in a safe and supportive way? If so, you might try Rosen Method Bodywork. A type of somatic therapy, Rosen Method is performed on a massage table and uses a non-manipulative, listening touch that allows the receiver to feel into tense muscles storing emotions. Many come away from these sessions feeling a little clearer, a little freer, and a little more like themselves. Sessions are $75.