Foreign Film Nights New York

Staff Meeting — Industry Night at Loulou

You work in the industry. You DJ on the side — or you've been thinking about it. This is your room. Staff Meeting is a monthly industry night built for the people who make this city's hospitality scene run. Bartenders, servers, bussers, hosts — if you clock in so other people can have a good time, Monday night is yours. Once a month we open the decks for the first hour and a half. Six slots, fifteen minutes each, first come first served. No pressure, no politics — just a room full of people who understand the grind and want to hear you do your thing. After open decks, nilebyfire headlines the rest of the night. **The format:** Open decks: 10:00 – 11:30 PM — 6 slots, 15 min each, first come first served Headline set: 11:30 PM – close **The full experience:** Loulou upstairs, Live @ Loulou downstairs — dinner then the party, all in one building. We recommend arriving around 8 PM if you want dinner first. Doors downstairs open at 10. Each month has its own Staff Meeting cocktail specials. Free RSVP. Show up early if you want a slot.

Korean Movie Night: The Wailing

Join us for a showing of *the Wailing* (dir. Na Hong-jin) at the Korean Cultural Center! Tickets are free, but you have to RSVP ahead of time here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd1DAXbNKTpTMMsGIdPXkRmIlqzQ2egkykCs1oi2_Q_b1xfpg/viewform The movie starts at 9PM, so we'll meet up for dinner at 7PM before the movie at Anytime Kitchen, a Korean restaurant at 23 W 32nd St, 3 fl.

Scary Movies XIV Closing Night: 'The Threshing'

139th FN celebrates author Boris Akunin

WAITING ROOM HAS BEEN ENABLED. HOST WILL IDENTIFY YOU AND LET YOU IN. Event at 12:00 p.m. NY time as usual. [https://meet.google.com/vxd-niqc-gxx](https://meet.google.com/vxd-niqc-gxx) Statskij sovetnik/ The State Counsellor, 2005 https://www.google.com/search?q=Statskij+sovetnik&oq=Statskij+sovetnik&gs_lcrp=EgZjaHJvbWUyBggAEEUYOTIGCAEQRRg9MgYIAhBFGD0yBggDEEUYPdIBCDUzNTVqMGo3qAIAsAIA&sourceid=chrome&source=chrome.ob&ie=UTF-8#fpstate=ive&vld=cid:898bf85b,vid:SmgmPbX2Cec,st:0

How Seedance 2.5 Revolutionizes Filmmaking

The release of Seedance 2.0 earlier this year was already leading to an explosion of AI and Hybrid AI Films and Videos. Now Seedance 2.5 has just been released, and it's having an even bigger impact. A few well-enhanced features makes AI-driven Film Pipelines even more powerful and practical. Join us on on August 19 for a deep dive into the new and enhanced features of Seedance 2.5 and how they impact GenAI Filmmaking.

Sexy Friday : Champagne Nights

Dear Frenchies, Bonjour et Bonne Année tout le monde ! In 2025, we have a new weekly event at Flute Champagne Lounge, "Sexy Friday : Champagne Nights". Starting **Friday, January 17th**, from 9 PM to 4 AM, discover the allure of connection at **Flûte Champagne Bar Midtown**, where the city's most intriguing singles gather to toast to endless possibilities. Housed in a historic speakeasy that once served as a glamorous hideaway for the chic and the literary elite, Flûte preserves its storied past with subtle lighting, a sophisticated cocktail menu, and a honeycomb of intimate booths perfect for moments of flirtation and conversation. A haven for night owls and those in-the-know, this elegant venue blends Parisian charm with NYC's vibrant energy. As the evening unfolds, sip on world-class champagnes and crafted cocktails while the sultry rhythms of smooth jazz transition into upbeat DJ sets, creating an ambiance of effortless sophistication. Whether you’re drawn by the promise of magnetic connections or simply a night of indulgence, "Sexy Friday : Champagne Nights" offers an experience as effervescent as the bubbles in your glass. Mark your calendar, dress to impress, and join us every Friday night for an evening of elegance, allure, and unforgettable moments. Jean-Philippe

*Yacht Party Summer Cruise (Drinks, DJ, Dancing)

**\*GET TICKETS AT:** [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vip-yacht-party-cruise-tickets-1984580017255](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/vip-yacht-party-cruise-tickets-1984580017255) *(\*Our events are co-organized by multiple groups so don't pay attention to the RSVPs. These events are consistently well attended. Members get tickets and don't RSVP.* Join us for an amazing cruise through NYC and sail by the Brooklyn Bridge, The Statue of Liberty, and the beautiful New York City Skyline on this spacious vessel! Let loose late night on a 100 ft, 2-deck private yacht party on the hottest yacht cruise with the best DJs while enjoying the NYC Skyline! Sail through the city and take in the sights while you enjoy music and drinks for the night. Grab your friends or come alone and get ready to enjoy an experience you won't forget! What to expect: * **Scenic 3-hour cruise of the NYC harbor** * **Captivating views of the Manhattan skyline including the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, Ellis Island, the Freedom Tower and more** * **Climate-controlled covered areas and open air decks** * **Live DJ playing the best party music** * **2 Bars and Food available** **for purchase** * **Great for Birthday Celebrations/bachelorette/bachelor/anniversary/** **& more (Balloons & Cakes permitted - no other outside food allowed)** FAQs: • The boat will sail rain or shine! The boat has two levels. Both levels have climate controlled covered areas - indoor & outdoor • No specific dress code but we suggest Trendy/Neat Casual • There is paid parking at the marina, or you can try to find parking on the street. \*TIX NOT sold at door. Price will go up as space becomes limited so get tickets ASAP and save $$) **For more fun events follow/go to -** [https://www.eventbrite.com/o/new-york-city-social-events-10797526283](https://www.eventbrite.com/o/new-york-city-social-events-10797526283)

Fat Hungarian Party! 🇭🇺 Zsír magyar buli!

On Saturday, August 29th, let’s get our Fat (Cool) Hungarian Party on as we enjoy some tasty bites at Budapest Cafe. Then we’ll listen to music and dance at the Summer’s End Folk Dance House! 🇭🇺 Event is free. You’re welcome to join and leave whenever! (If joining for dinner at Budapest Cafe, please try to show up by 5:15pm!) Details below: Budapest Cafe 5:15pm to 7:30pm 1631 2nd Ave (btwn E 84th & E 85th) Google maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/iLkjq8Sao63sgy3c7 Summer’s End Folk Dance House! 🇭🇺 7:30pm to 9:30pm Hungarian House 213 East 82nd Street (btwn 2nd & 3rd Ave) Google maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/bDPNHcxLUiv4PQ1P7 Featuring Fészer band and folk dance-house (táncház) children’s program from 7 to 8pm adult program from 8pm to midnight $20.50 Link to get tickets: **[https://www.hungarianhouse.org/hu/event-details/summers-end-folk-dance-house](https://www.hungarianhouse.org/hu/event-details/summers-end-folk-dance-house)** Of course, please reach out if you have any questions! The not so fun rule on RSVPs Please only RSVP if you think you can make it and adjust your RSVP asap if anything changes (as there are other people who would like your spot). Two no shows or cancellations within 6 hours results in a 4 month ban. I will send a reminder 24 hours in advance to the group Thanks and can't wait to see you!

Film - "Miami Vice" at Syndicated Theater

Rooftop/Penthouse Social Hour (Mix & Mingle Meetup)

**\*TO ATTEND GET TICKETS AT:** [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rooftop-social-hour-tickets-1997148433727](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rooftop-social-hour-tickets-1997148433727) (This is co-organized by 30+ groups so don't go by RSVPs you see here. We'll have a good # attending. Must prepay to attend.) What a perfect way to spend a Summer Friday on a beautiful NYC rooftop! Whether you’re a long-time Meetup member or brand new to the group, this is a fun and welcoming night designed to help you meet, mix and mingle with others! We’ve reserved a private space on the rooftop overlooking Lincoln Center, providing lots of space to sit, mingle, and connect. Our staff will be there to greet new members and introduce them to veteran participants, making it easy to socialize. This night also brings together members from **other Meetup and social networking groups**, giving you even more people to connect with! What to expect: * **Music at conversational levels** * **Interactive mingling activities** with **prizes** * **Networking with members from multiple social groups** * **Casual, welcoming atmosphere** FAQS: **How many members will attend?** This is a multi-Meetup group event. This page only shows a small portion of the actual attendees. Based on other RSVPs and members who have already prepaid, we'll have a good amount attending! **Can I come alone?** Yes about 90% of those attending will be coming solo. But you can also invite friends to join you. Everyone must have a ticket to enter. **What is the suggested age range?** 30s and older. **Is there a dress code?** We recommend neat casual. No sweats. Jeans ok. For more fun events follow: [https://www.eventbrite.com/o/new-york-city-social-events-10797526283](https://www.eventbrite.com/o/new-york-city-social-events-10797526283)

🍜Asian Background Social: Lounge Asia Meetup (Easy English) @ New York 6pm

🌏 Make new international friends in New York. Come alone, practise your English, and enjoy a relaxed social night. 😊 A friendly meetup for networking, language exchange, and real conversation — open to everyone. Why People Love Lounge Asia 🍜 Asian-focused event 🤝 Many guests come alone 💬 No need for perfect English 🌏 No games or forced introductions — just enjoy the conversation Lounge Asia began within the Asian community, so people from Asia often feel comfortable and at home here. At the same time, everyone is welcome — locals, expats, travellers, students, returnees, digital nomads, and globally minded people. ━━━━━━━━━━ How to Join 1️⃣ Tap "RSVP" on this page 2️⃣ Show your Meetup QR code at reception 3️⃣ Collect your name tag and start meeting people ✅ Limited capacity — please RSVP early Many people attend alone, so don't worry if it's your first time. ━━━━━━━━━━ How to Find Us 📍 Venue A bar near Herald Square Herald Square area, New York ⏰ Start Time — New York Local Time 6pm-9pm ⚠️ Important: This is the local time in New York. Meetup may display Brisbane time or another time zone, so please follow the local time shown above. 🚶 Getting There The venue will be a bar near Herald Square. Full venue details and directions will be updated here. Our Lounge Asia organisers will be there to welcome you 😊 ━━━━━━━━━━ 🍺 Please Support the Venue This event is free or low-cost because the venue supports our community. Please purchase at least one drink during the event. Your support helps us keep organising events at great venues. ━━━━━━━━━━ 💚 Please Be Respectful Lounge Asia is a friendly social event where everyone should feel comfortable and welcome. 🚫 This is NOT a pickup or dating event. Anyone who makes others uncomfortable may be removed immediately. Not allowed: harassment, unwanted attention, MLM / crypto / religious recruitment, or anything that makes others uncomfortable. Organisers reserve the right to refuse entry or ask anyone to leave. 🪪 A valid government-issued photo ID is strictly required for entry. No photo ID, no entry. Driver's licences must be issued by the government of the country where the event is held. 📸 Photos and short videos may be taken for community and promotional purposes. If you prefer not to appear, please let an organiser know when you arrive. ━━━━━━━━━━ Lounge Asia is already growing in Australia and is now expanding across Asia — Japan, Korea, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia and Singapore. Our goal is simple: More friendship, more understanding, and more genuine connections across cultures. 📱 Instagram: @_lounge_asia 🎥 Watch Event Video: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tNak_cu9CXw](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tNak_cu9CXw) 👉 GET VIP ACCESS: [https://forms.gle/t6GXAjTNFECetVuZ8](https://forms.gle/t6GXAjTNFECetVuZ8) ━━━━━━━━━━ 🌏 Come say hi! Hey, come hang out! 来一起玩吧！ 一起來聊天吧！ 気軽に遊びに来てね！ 편하게 놀러 와요! มาเจอกันนะ! Tới chơi nha! Tara, sali ka na! Yuk, gabung! လာပြီး အတူပျော်ကြရအောင်! មកលេងជាមួយគ្នាណា! ມາພົບກັນເດີ້! Хамтдаа цуглацгаая! Komm einfach vorbei! Jom join kita! See you at Lounge Asia!

Mercredi Français

**Mercredi Français** **Les Discussions en Petits Groupes en Français se Réunissent les Mercredis** Mercredi Français offre un environnement convivial où les participants peuvent engager des conversations informelles et non structurées en petits groupes. Cet événement s'adresse à ceux qui se sentent à l'aise pour exprimer leurs pensées en français à un niveau intermédiaire ou supérieur, car il ne s'agit pas d'un cours et aucune langue autre que le français n'est parlée. **Concernant les RSVP** \- Si vous avez déjà participé à Mercredi Français\, il n'est pas nécessaire de confirmer votre présence\, car votre nom figurera sur la liste à l'entrée\. Mercredi Français est rendu possible grâce au généreux soutien de la New York Public Library et aux bénévoles qui coordonnent cet événement. **Amitiés,** **Chris, Alex et Elena** Jean-Philippe is the coordinator of several additional French conversational groups. He usually has the following weekly schedule: * French Mondays: Join the Frenchies for a big multi-French-meetup party (an average of 7 meetup groups together). We meet at Flute Champagne Bar & Lounge, a French venue. http://www.meetup.com/frenchies * Wednesday afternoons. * Fridays with French-Morrocan parties and/or International Clubbing at Cellar Bar * Fridays clubbing at SkyRoom, free entry If you don't receive automatic notifications about our events each week, check your meetup.com email settings. Merci et bises à toutes et à tous ! Jean-Philippe