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The Joy List: October 28
Hi there, friend!
Our New Yorker of the Week is Stephanie. She’s 40, lives in Astoria, and is looking for friendship and love. Reach out to [email protected] if you’re interested in connecting!
Ready to make some new friends and/or go on some cute dates yourself? Fill out the application here, you pretty pumpkin!
Now, onto the fun stuff:
How would someone who loves you describe you?
I am extremely independent, confident, fun, loyal. I'm a ride or die for my family, friends and my dog!
What sorts of things do you want to do with your friends?
First and foremost I flock to dog-friendly locations, al fresco dining at new restaurants, going to pop-ups in the city, checking out theater, art galleries, I do a lot of city girls walks, etc
What's something that people might not guess about you?
I sometimes need to recharge my batteries!
Are you looking for love? Tell me about the type of person you're looking for!
I am a heterosexual she/her/hers currently looking for a partner in crime that secretly or not so secretly wants to be a dog dad to the cutest dog in the city. I'm looking for someone who can match my energy, loyalty, integrity, savviness. Something that isn't really tangible but non negotiable is I'm looking for electricity and I won't settle for anything else.
Anything else that the Joy List community can help you with?
A lot of my friends are in relationships and not as free as they used to be, so looking for nnew connections that are open to doing things in the city and nearby areas!
Gatherings
Double check details before you go, and contact the organizers with questions! The Joy List does not run these events.
Tuesday, October 29: Reading Rhythms
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. 6:45 to 9:15 PM. Hide and Seek, 593 Manhattan Ave. Info here.
Tuesday, October 29: Synesthesia
Synesthesia is a figure drawing event, but the model is the music. It's musicians playing dance, and dancers moving as brushstrokes. It's an experiment in creative harmony—in three movements. A glass of wine is included with your ticket.
$10-20. 7-10 PM. 303 Ten Eyck St. Info here.
Wednesday, October 30: Poetry Brothel
In the heart of Bushwick, the artist haven House of Yes beckons you to step inside its enchanting walls. Adorned with bewitching fabrics, hypnotic scents, and curious oddities, the atmosphere will leave you spellbound. The stage serves as an altar for spoken word, burlesque, aerial performances, and live music, casting a spell on all who dare to enter.
Indulge your senses with an array of confections that tantalize your palate. Revel in the poetry of renowned wordsmiths, whose verses transcend the physical realm. Fall under the spell of the most celebrated burlesque artists as they call you to pay tribute at their altar. Approach with curiosity as you are lured into a secret room for a ritual cloaked in mystery. Join the wishing circles to fortify the magic of manifestation.
$45. 7 PM doors, 8 PM show. House of Yes, 2 Wyckoff Ave. Info here.
Thursday, October 31: Spellbound: A Charmed Evening
We summon you for an evening of tricks and treats on Thursday, October 31st. Our Victorian mansion will transform by moonlight, from a haunting musical performance to a bubbling cauldron of spirits, a costume contest with prizes and spooky bites. Between the intrigue of tarot readings and the captivating art from Madhuri Shukla, prepare to be bewitched.
$15. 9pm-12am.1016 Beverley Rd. Info here.
Thursday, October 31: Spooky Sound Bites
Gaia Music Collective's One-Day Choir series is an opportunity to sing in a choir for one day only. A celebration of song and the connective power of singing in harmony. An opportunity to build community, make some new friends, and raise our powerfully diverse voices as one.
No auditions. No commitment. No judgment or need for perfection. Just the joy of creating something bigger than ourselves with a room full of beautiful humans!
Donation-based. 6:30 to 9:30 PM. Sound Mind Center, 202b Plymouth St. Info here.
Thursday, October 31: +1 Just Friends Halloween Pregame
Looking for a way to kick off Halloween? Grab a pal and join us for a festive, costumed pregame to get you in the mood for the rest of your evening's activities. As with all Met Through Friends events, you still have to bring a +1, but this time the goal is to make platonic instead of romantic connection. Make some new friends to celebrate spooky season with!
Each ticket includes admission for 2 people. Your +1 can be of any gender, orientation, or relationship status, but they just need to be open to making new platonic friends. You must bring a friend in order to gain admission.
$28.52. 6 to 8 PM. Loft on 5th, 20 West 23rd St. Info here.
Friday, November 1: The Psychedelic Assembly RESET - Carnival of Souls
Grab your costumes becase all souls are welcome this All Soul's Eve! We're turning 7,000 square feet of prime Manhattan real estate into a mind-bending, kaleidoscopic underworld circus! Explore 7 historic interconnected rooms filled with spirit spires, ancestor magic, and the Assembly’s unique brand of trickster energy.
$59.62. 8 PM to 3 AM. 222 E 46th St. Info here.
Saturday, November 2: Canvasing 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.
Saturday, November 2: Saturday Morning Meditation Program
Join us for our in-person Saturday morning program at Boundless Mind Temple in Brooklyn, which will include zazen instruction, embodied practices and a dharma talk by visiting teacher Kaira Jewel Lingo at 11:20 AM EST. Childcare will be available from 9 to 11:15 AM.
Free. 9 AM to 12:40 PM. Boundless Mind Temple, 326 Clinton St. Info here.
Saturday, November 2: Neighborhood Noodle Night: D.I.Y. Artisanal Samosa
Join our Neighborhood Noodlers as we celebrate diverse ways of showing love... through food! Specifically fragrant, crispy, sumptuous plant-based food! We're flattening out our noodle dough and using it to give a big colorful hug to a delectable interior filling of community, nourishment, and culture.
Want to help us run this (and other) community meals? We would love more collaborators to jump in with social media, design, event production, cooking / recipes, and always an extra pair of hands cleaning or moving stuff around! Email us at [email protected] and tell us about yourself!
Donation-based, suggested $47 per person. 11 AM to 3 PM. Prime Produce Guildhall, NYC 424 West 54th St. Info here.
Sunday, November 3: Creative Joy Date - Creativity, mindfulness, and movement
Our Creative Joy Dates are where creativity is nurtured through games, activities, and arts and crafts. We’re bringing together creativity, mindfulness, and movement in one powerful, joy-filled session! 🌿 Here’s what’s in store: Gentle & Restorative Yoga, Writing Prompts & Games, Design Your Own Inspirational Bracelet, Close with a Gratitude Ritual
$35, 3-5 PM. 39 West 56th St. Info here.
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