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Social Coworking Session @ Moxy LES

Social Coworking Session @ Moxy LES

Thu, Sep 24, 2:00 PM
From New York Coworking Friends
4.8

**Productive and Social Coworking Session at Moxy Lower East Side 👩🏽‍💻👨🏻‍💻👩🏼‍💻** Work in a focused but social environment with other remote workers. Please buy something from Moxy (such as coffee or tea) to support the venue while coworking. ⏰ **Schedule** **9:30 - 10:30:** Arrival and informal introductions, start your work **10:30am - 1pm:** Focused co-working with social breaks **1pm - 2pm:** Community lunch 🥗🥙🥘 Bring your own or buy something nearby **2pm - 5pm:** Focused co-working with social breaks You can arrive and leave anytime you like - feel free to join only part of the day or arrive early. **🎟️ Show up, win a ticket** Every coworking session or event you attend until October 15 = 1 entry to win a full-access ticket to **[AI Coding Summit NYC](https://aicodingsummit.com/nyc/?utm_source=luma)** (Nov 16-19) ($800 value). Hosting your own session? That's 4 entries. Winner announced October 15. Make sure to check in with the host when you arrive to make sure your attendance counts. ​Join our [Whatsapp](https://waprotect.com/b4SxaaAB?utm_source=luma) community to get the 15% community discount code or access code for **free** remote tickets. ​AI Coding Summit NYC is GitNation's two-day conference on building with AI; talks and hands-on workshops on coding agents, AI code review, context engineering, and shipping production software tools. 🚀 **Join the Whatsapp Community to Stay Updated** → Join our **[Whatsapp community](https://waprotect.com/b4SxaaAB)** to find people when you arrive, ask any questions, stay updated about the meetup or join coworking sessions or socials organized by members on other days. Follow us on **[instagram](https://www.instagram.com/ny_coworking_friends)**. 📍**Location** **Moxy Lower East Side -** We usually meet at the big table in the room with big windows, towards the right when you walk in.

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Live NYPL-NWU Open Mic (In-person Event)

Live NYPL-NWU Open Mic (In-person Event)

Sat, Sep 19, 6:00 PM
From NYPL/NWU Joint Open Mic Series
4.7

Come to read or listen to others' inspired words. Each writer can read for up to seven minutes. Reading order will be determined on a first-come, first-serve basis. This in-person open mic is held every third Saturday of the month as a collaboration between the National Writers Union ([https://nwu.org](www.nwu.org)/) and the NYPL Ottendorfer Library. If you have any questions about our open mic, send an email to Mercedes Lau at mercedeslau@nypl.org or call/text Alexandria at (203) 947-2497. Much thanks to our co-host, Elissa P. Matthews! Check out her website, especially the About Me which is like no other short biography. https://epmatthews.com/about/ Participants cannot sell their works during the event but can show the book covers during their readings. Content should be for a general audience and readings including language or descriptions inappropriate for children must begin with a warning. Recording of this event is strictly prohibited. The NWU enjoys bringing communities of writers together. Events like this one become conduits for sharing our individual works more widely. However, any invitation from an editor or a publisher that is extended during our gatherings does not have the NWU's endorsement unless specifically stated otherwise. Please always protect your work by doing your own due diligence and tapping into the NWU's resources. Sign up for NWU newsletters or updates with the links below: To receive regular updates about NWU events in New York City: [https://nwu.org/civicrm/?page=CiviCRM&q=civicrm/profile/create&gid=36&reset=1](https://nwu.org/civicrm/?page=CiviCRM&q=civicrm/profile/create&gid=36&reset=1)

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Coworking Day for the Social Sector: Connecting People in Social Change

Coworking Day for the Social Sector: Connecting People in Social Change

Thu, Sep 17, 2:00 PM
From New York Coworking Friends
4.8

**Coworking Day for the Social Sector: Connecting People in Social Change & Impact 👩🏽‍💻👨🏻‍💻👩🏼‍💻** Work in a focused but social environment with others who work in the social sector: education, public health, social work, non-profits, foundations/philanthropy, government and NGOs. Get work done and meet new people who also work in social change and impact. Please buy something from Moxy Chelsea (such as coffee or tea) to support the venue while coworking. We usually meet on the second floor, join the Whatsapp Chat to find others. ⏰ **Schedule** **9:30am - 10:30:** Arrival and informal introductions, start your work **10:30am - 1pm:** Focused/social coworking **1pm - 2pm:** Community lunch 🥗🥘 Bring your own or buy food nearby **2pm - 4pm:** Focused/social coworking You can arrive and leave anytime you like - feel free to join only part of the day or arrive early. **🎟️ Show up, win a ticket** Every coworking session or event you attend until October 15 = 1 entry to win a full-access ticket to **[AI Coding Summit NYC](https://aicodingsummit.com/nyc/?utm_source=luma)** (Nov 16-19) ($800 value). Hosting your own session? That's 4 entries. Winner announced October 15. Make sure to check in with the host when you arrive to make sure your attendance counts. ​Join our [Whatsapp](https://waprotect.com/b4SxaaAB?utm_source=luma) community to get the 15% community discount code or access code for **free** remote tickets. ​AI Coding Summit NYC is GitNation's two-day conference on building with AI; talks and hands-on workshops on coding agents, AI code review, context engineering, and shipping production software tools. 🚀 **Join the Whatsapp Community to Stay Updated** → Join our **[Whatsapp community](https://waprotect.com/b4SxaaAB)** to find people when you arrive, ask any questions, stay updated about the meetup or join coworking sessions or socials organized by members on other days. Follow us on **[instagram](https://www.instagram.com/ny_coworking_friends)**. 📍**Location** **[Moxy NYC Chelsea](https://maps.app.goo.gl/bDUcGetotTCaJy527).** It's a modern hotel lobby with a cafe downstairs, power outlets, good WiFi and many tables for everyone to socialize easily. In the lobby we are usually on the second floor near the windows or in a room to the left when you walk upstairs.

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Joint NYPL-NWU Open Mic (Virtual Event)

Joint NYPL-NWU Open Mic (Virtual Event)

Thu, Oct 8, 10:30 PM
From NYPL/NWU Joint Open Mic Series
4.7

Come to read or listen to others' inspired words. This virtual open mic is held every second Thursday of the month as a collaboration between the National Writers Union ([https://nwu.org](www.nwu.org)/) and the NYPL Ottendorfer Library. Each writer can read for up to seven minutes. Reading order will be determined on a first-come, first-serve basis. Advanced registration is available at [Events \| The New York Public Library \(nypl\.org\)](https://www.nypl.org/events/calendar). If you have any problems joining our open mic, send an email to Mercedes Lau at mercedeslau@nypl.org or call/text Alexandria at (203) 947-2497. Much thanks to our co-host, Elissa P. Matthews! Check out her website, especially the About Me which is like no other short biography. https://epmatthews.com/about/ This virtual stage allows you to add video or music to your reading as long as you have permission from the copyright owner. Participants cannot sell their works during the event but can show the book covers during their readings. Content should be for a general audience and readings including language or descriptions inappropriate for children must begin with a warning. Recording of this event is strictly prohibited. The NWU enjoys bringing communities of writers together. Events like this one become conduits for sharing our individual works more widely. However, any invitation from an editor or a publisher that is extended during our gatherings does not have the NWU's endorsement unless specifically stated otherwise. Please always protect your work by doing your own due diligence and tapping into the NWU's resources. Sign up for NWU newsletters or updates with the links below: To receive regular updates about NWU events in New York City: [https://nwu.org/civicrm/?page=CiviCRM&q=civicrm/profile/create&gid=36&reset=1](https://nwu.org/civicrm/?page=CiviCRM&q=civicrm/profile/create&gid=36&reset=1)

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New York Boost Productivity with Claude AI

Tue, Sep 22, 10:28 AM
From Splash and Social Watercolor Painting Club

**🧠 Claude Vibe Coding – From Quick Questions to Real Results** A no-fluff, 2-hour session that shows you how to make Claude a genuine work tool — not just a place for quick questions. 🧑‍💻 **About your host:** a vibe coded entrepreneur making 4 figures/day. He's pulling back the curtain and sharing his secret blueprint, step by step. **⚠️ Limited seats.** RSVP here, then complete your registration via the link below to lock in your spot. ### [🚀 REGISTER HERE 🚀](https://lilac-3cc6b.aiventurelab.org/product/ClaudeVibeCode?city=New%20York&groupurlname=splash-and-social-watercolor-painting-club&productId=130001&startgmtdatetime=2026-09-22T10:28:00Z) --- Claude is far more capable than a Q&A box. We'll show you how it actually processes your requests, and how a few simple techniques can dramatically improve the quality of everything it gives you. 🔍 **What You'll Walk Away With:** - Templates and patterns you can reuse for your daily work - Real hands-on practice — not just slides and theory - A personal toolkit of use cases you can apply the next morning - A solid grasp of how Claude actually thinks and responds 💡 **Real use cases we'll cover:** - Drafting stakeholder communications in your own voice - Turning rough notes into polished documents - Summarizing meetings and long documents in seconds - Writing and refining PRDs and project plans - Breaking down complex problems into clear next steps ⏱️ **2 hours of hands-on practice.** ✨ Learn it today, use it tomorrow. Grab your seat. 🧠 ✨

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Langroops NYC BROOKLYN 🗣 Language Exchange (Sunday) Free!

Langroops NYC BROOKLYN 🗣 Language Exchange (Sunday) Free!

Sun, Sep 20, 7:00 PM
From Langroops NYC Language Exchange
4.7

All languages welcome! === Practice your English, and help other people practice English Practica tu español, y ayuda a otros a practicar español Pratiquez le français, et aidez les autres à pratiquer le français 练习说中文,而帮助别人练习说中文 ✅RSVP on Meetup is required to join this event. **Please comment with the languages you are coming to speak and practice!** **💌 Stay in touch:** Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/langroopsnyc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/langroops/ Telegram: [https://t.me/+eL8C6JWIghQzOWYx](https://t.me/+eL8C6JWIghQzOWYx) We have an updates group on Whatsapp - please comment if you want to be added. 🤷‍♂️🌎Who is this meetup for? Anyone who is learning a language and wants to practice speaking with native speakers and get tips from other learners! All languages and levels are welcome! 🤷‍♂️🗣How it works: Please look for an organizer when you arrive and we'll help you make a nametag and get seated :) We usually gather around 1-3 tables depending on the languages people want to practice. Usually we get interest in English, Spanish, French & Chinese. Occasionally Portuguese, Japanese & more! If you comment with the language you want to practice, you have higher chances of practicing that language ✌ You should be spending about half the time practicing and half the time helping others ✌ **This event is FREE** 💵 We accept contributions via Venmo before or after the event (@langroops). *Your contributions allow us to continue holding this on other fun language learning events!* 🚫We kindly ask participants to avoid any kind of solicitation at our events. 🙅‍♂️This is not a dating event, so please avoid any kind of interaction that may make other attendees feel uncomfortable. If you feel like someone is acting inappropriately, please approach one of the organizers so that we can handle it. 📷\*We sometimes take pictures at our events for memories and social media - we will try and notify you beforehand 🌎If you can't make this event you can also check out our online events at www.langroops.com 🤷‍♂️Who are we? Langroops is a hub of volunteer lead language exchange communities that conduct weekly free events for a wide variety of languages. We pride ourselves in being a safe place for sincere language learners to come and practice with native speakers. FAQs: ❓Can I come if I am a beginner/haven't started learning yet? 👉Language learners and enthusiasts of all levels are welcome! That said, you will get the most out of the event if you can speak at least a little in the language you are learning. ❓Can I come late? 👉Yes! You can come at any time you like after the event has started. ❓What time does the event end? 👉The official times for the event are 3-6 PM. ❓How often does this event take place? 👉Every weekend! ❓Can I move between tables? 👉Of course! If you are practicing multiple languages you can move between tables as you wish. Just make sure you spend some of the time helping people with your native language! ❓Where is the English table? 👉Every table is an English table! Just go to the table with the sign for your native language and meet English speakers learning your language to practice with. ❓Is there an X language table? 👉All tables are based on attendance, our popular tables are listed above and we try and connect people that share language interests at the event. We are happy to open a table for any language - just comment below and arrive on time :)

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Frequently asked questions

Meetup helps freelancers connect with others in their field by joining groups, attending events, and building a strong professional network within New York's vibrant freelancing community.

Definitely! New York hosts numerous freelancer groups on Meetup for networking, skill sharing, and collaboration. Search for groups by interest to find one that matches your needs.

To join a freelancer group in NYC, simply create an account on Meetup, search for freelancer-related communities, and click 'Join' to begin participating in their activities and events.

Yes, you can RSVP to events organized by freelancer groups through Meetup, making it simple to manage your schedule and ensure your participation in networking opportunities.

Meetup allows you to join most groups and attend events at no cost, although some specific events may require a small fee for participation or materials.

While Meetup focuses on connecting freelancers through networking events and groups, finding gigs directly is more common through online job platforms. Use Meetup to meet potential collaborators instead.

Activity levels vary by group, but many New York freelancer communities on Meetup host regular meetings, workshops, and networking sessions catering to diverse interests and professions.

Freelancer groups in New York host a variety of events, including networking gatherings, workshops, panel discussions, and informal meet-ups to foster collaboration and career growth.

While Meetup provides networking opportunities, success depends on your active participation, networking skills, and engagement within the community rather than any guarantees from the platform.

Meeting frequency varies among groups. Some hold regular, weekly events while others may meet monthly. Checking a group's schedule on Meetup helps you plan your participation.

Although many interests are represented in New York's freelancer scene, not every niche may have an active group. However, Meetup enables you to create new groups to attract peers.

Joining freelancer communities helps in expanding your professional network, learning from peers, accessing collaborative opportunities, and improving skills within a supportive environment.

Meetup connects freelancers in New York by offering platforms to form groups, share events, and communicate through messaging, fostering an environment conducive to building relationships and collaborations.

Absolutely! If you have a unique idea or field of interest, starting a new freelancing group on Meetup allows you to build and grow a community around shared professional pursuits.

Events depend on organizer preferences; they may be in-person or online, offering flexibility to freelancers in New York seeking diverse ways to connect and engage with each other.