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The New York City Sci-Fi/Fantasy Meetup Group September Meetup

Please, répondez sil vous plaît (RSVP) whether you are joining or not. Come join [The New York City Sci-Fi/Fantasy MeetUp Group](https://www.meetup.com/scifi-22/), for some conversation, discussion, socializing and some fun. Share your affections, enthusiasms, interests and knowledge for Science Fiction and/or Fantasy, during [The New York City Sci-Fi/Fantasy MeetUp Group](https://www.meetup.com/scifi-22/)'s "[The New York City Sci-Fi/Fantasy MeetUp Group September MeetUp](https://www.meetup.com/scifi-22/events/315793540/)", on Wednesday 2 September 2026, at 6:30 PM. Join other like minded individuals in sharing our common affections, enthusiasms, interests and knowledge for Science Fiction and/or Fantasy, at [The New York City Sci-Fi/Fantasy MeetUp Group](https://www.meetup.com/scifi-22/)'s "[The New York City Sci-Fi/Fantasy MeetUp Group September MeetUp](https://www.meetup.com/scifi-22/events/315793540/)", on Third Tier/Uppermost/Second Floor, NOT the entresol/mezzanine level, seating area of [Food Gallery 32](https://www.foodgallery32nyc.com/). To possibly find [The New York City Sci-Fi/Fantasy MeetUp Group](https://www.meetup.com/scifi-22/), please, search for and seek out [The New York City Sci-Fi/Fantasy MeetUp Members](https://www.meetup.com/scifi-22/members/), on the Third Tier/Uppermost Level/Second Floor, NOT the entresol/mezzanine level, seating area of [Food Gallery 32](https://www.foodgallery32nyc.com/). There will likely be a paper sign reading, "[The New York City Sci-Fi/Fantasy MeetUp Group](https://www.meetup.com/scifi-22/)". To possibly recognize the [Assistant Organizer](https://www.meetup.com/members/73264/group/137667/) of [The New York City Sci-Fi/Fantasy MeetUp Group](https://www.meetup.com/scifi-22/) and the [MeetUp Event Host](https://www.meetup.com/members/73264/group/137667/) it is perhaps advisable to view their [MeetUp Member Profile picture](https://www.meetup.com/members/73264/group/137667/). Viewing [MeetUp Member Profile pictures](https://www.meetup.com/scifi-22/members/) of fellow [The New York City Sci-Fi/Fantasy MeetUp Members](https://www.meetup.com/scifi-22/members/) might be of some assistance as well. [Food Gallery 32](https://www.foodgallery32nyc.com/) is located at [11 West 32nd Street (Korea Way), between Fifth Avenue and Broadway, in KoreaTown, Manhattan](https://www.google.com/maps/place/11+W+32nd+St,+New+York,+NY+10001). And as [Food Gallery 32](https://www.foodgallery32nyc.com/) is a place of business and commerce, attendees are encouraged and requested to make some purchases from the [Vendors](https://www.foodgallery32nyc.com/about-3) in [Food Gallery 32](https://www.foodgallery32nyc.com/). PLEASE, BE ADVISED AND AWARE, AND NOTE ALL OF THE FOLLOWING: • Each and every individual attendee is fully culpable, fully liable and fully responsible, for themselves, regardless of anyone and everyone else. • Each and every individual attendee is fully culpable, fully liable and fully responsible for their own expenses and tabs, including, but not limited to all charges, all fees, all taxes, all tips and all gratuities. • Each and every individual attendee, either by merely RSVP (répondez sil vous plaît)ing, by merely attending or by merely joining, represents and affirms that they, are fully vaccinated, inoculated and immunized against COVID-19, have not tested positive for COVID-19 anytime within the past twenty-one (21) days, and are exercising and will exercise proper COVID-19 Pandemic precautionary, preventative and safety practices and measures. • Each and every individual attendee acknowledges and understands that if the weather, the day of, is inconducive to conducting activities or inclement, activities may be relocated, postponed and/or cancelled. Most sentient beings are invited and welcome to join and attend.

Week 13: pray for hammies

We had a great game yesterday, but PLEASE everyone stretch before running around. Hamstrings don't play. PayPal: [kpicinich@gmail.com](http://kpicinich@gmail.com/) Venmo: Kadi-Picinich (last four digits 6513) Zelle/CashApp: DM for details **Schedule & Location** ***When: Saturdays (April – September, weather permitting). Warm-ups @*** *3:40 PM **when possible, Game starts @** 4:00 PM. On time arrival allows us to get maximum game time in.* \*\*\ \*Where: **Central Park Great Lawn,** Field 7\*. Northern end of the Great Lawn, on the other side of the oval path that circles the main part of the Great Lawn. Enter at 86th Street. \*\*\ \*Post-Game drinks (most weeks):\*\ \*Craft and Carry (2nd Ave between 84th/85th) \*\*\* Weather: \*\*Check the hotline (212-628-1036 x111). I will do my best to keep everyone updated via email if weather looks iffy. I will cancel the event if the game is cancelled. \*\*\ \*Games will be cancelled \*\*if is (or “feels like”) 90°F+ or there are fewer than 18 RSVPs. **Fees & RSVPs** \*\*\* Cost: \*\*10/week (\*\*120 season cap **or $110 if you pay prior to the first game).** \*\*\ \*Payment: **electronic app of choice: Venmo, Paypal, Zelle, CashApp or cash at the game.** You must pay before you can play. \*\*\* Cancellations: **RSVP limit is 24. Please cancel by** 4 PM Friday \*\*if you are no longer able to attend. Regular late cancels or no-shows may result in removal from the league. If someone late cancels and you are moved off the wait list but can’t attend, it won’t be held against you. **Equipment & Gameplay** \*\*\*Gear: \*\*Wear sneakers/cleats. Bring a glove if you have one (limited extras available). Balls and bats provided, but feel free to bring your own bat if you prefer. \*\*\* Batting: \*\*batters start with a 0-0 count and we work with a 3 swing rule. If your third swing is a foul, you will be out even if it is not caught. If we happen to have an umpire, we will call standard balls and strikes \*\*\*Baserunning: \*\*No leads or stealing. Slide at your own risk (field conditions are not great for sliding). \*\*\* Field Rules: \*\*A ball will be considered DEAD if it is hits a tree, over a fence, behind the backstop, or long there is overthrow at 1B. Runners advance one base. A ball is LIVE if it hits the fence along 3B or if it is hit deep into the trees. \*\*\ \*Positions: \*\*Pitcher and Catcher will rotate unless someone wants to play that position the whole game

The Emperor's Soul by Brandon Sanderson *Bonus Book*

**Regarding location - Google will may say that the Hugh is closed, but it is not. We will meet inside the food court and there will be sign holders on the table with the book cover on it.** From Good Reads: A heretic thief is the empire’s only hope in this fascinating tale that inhabits the same world as the popular novel, *Elantris*. Shai is a Forger, a foreigner who can flawlessly copy and re-create any item by rewriting its history with skillful magic. Condemned to death after trying to steal the emperor’s scepter, she is given one opportunity to save herself. Though her skill as a Forger is considered an abomination by her captors, Shai will attempt to create a new soul for the emperor, who is almost dead. Probing deeply into his life, she discovers Emperor Ashravan’s truest nature—and the opportunity to exploit it. Her only possible ally is one who is truly loyal to the emperor, but councilor Gaotona must overcome his prejudices to understand that Shai’s forgery is as much artistry as it is deception. Brimming with magic and political intrigue, this deftly woven fantasy delves into the essence of a living spirit.

NYCIF Cup Series - NYCIF World Cup 1 Day-Tournament

Dungeon Crawler Carl by Matt Dinniman

***Dungeon Crawler Carl*** is a [science fantasy](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Science_fantasy "Science fantasy") [LitRPG](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LitRPG "LitRPG") book series written by American author [Matt Dinniman](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matt_Dinniman "Matt Dinniman"). Initially [self published](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Self_published "Self published") by Dinniman via online publisher *Royal Road*, it and its seven sequels were acquired by [Ace Books](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ace_Books "Ace Books") in 2024. Substack: https://substack.com/@megadodopublications (Fake) ETF: https://www.megadodopublications.bio/

US Open Fan Week 🎾Qualifying Tournament!

On Thursday, August 27th, let’s see the US Open Qualifying Tournament! 🎾 Event is free. You’re welcome to join and leave whenever! Details on locations and times below: US Open Fan Week Thursday, August 27th 9:30am to 2pm Gates open at 10am Game starts at 11am Free, but need to get US Open Fan Access Pass USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center Courts 4 to 17 Flushing Meadows Corona Park Link to sign up for US Open Fan Access Pass [https://fanpass.usopen.org/](https://fanpass.usopen.org/) 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!

WBURG | Multiple Courts/ Levels

**If you have any questions regarding sign-up or payment, please reach out to (929) 822-4960** Final registration must be completed at: [https://conquer.podplay.app/community/events?tag=Williamsburg](https://conquer.podplay.app/community/events?tag=Williamsburg) Players outside of MeetUp are signed up for the session! We have 3 courts at this location. Courts are broken down by level. \* There are players signing up for this game on other platforms, so you can ignore the attendee list here. Please be sure to reach out to the number above if you are interested in playing with us. **No shows will be removed from the group!**

August: Animating the game && Building Agentic Solvers for games

As a follow up from FlutterCon we are excited to welcome Yuhao Feng and see his presentation he recently did at FlutterCon, as well as Shafik Quoraishee who works at the new york times as a game engineer, and has been experimenting with flutter and games recently. Special thanks to [VIAM](https://www.viam.com/) for hosting us this month! We're looking forward to another great evening of learning and networking! **Agenda:** 6:00 : Doors open. **Remember your ID**! 6:30 : Welcome message & Announcements 6:35 : 1st Presentation 7:15 : Door Prizes 7:20 : 2nd Presentation 8:00 : Door Prizes **Building an Agentic Solver For the New York Times Crosswords and Wordle** Shafik Quoraishee is a game developer at the New York Times who works on Crossplay, Wordle, Connections, the New York Times Crosswords and more. He also writes for the Times where he focuses on the intersection between AI and Games **Animating the game - Flutter at Draftkings** This talk shows how we married Flutter's UI, Flame's game loop, and Rive's designer-driven motion — all orchestrated by a clean Riverpod architecture that keeps live game state flowing reactively from socket to screen — to transform a live data feed into a smooth, engaging fan experience.

August of Soccer - One Session Tuesday 18th at 6:45 PM

WBURG | Multiple Levels/ Courts

**If you have any questions regarding sign-up or payment, please reach out to (929) 822-4960** Final registration must be completed at: [https://conquer.podplay.app/community/events?tag=Williamsburg](https://conquer.podplay.app/community/events?tag=Williamsburg) Players outside of MeetUp are signed up for the session! We have 3 courts at this location. Courts are broken down by level. \* There are players signing up for this game on other platforms, so you can ignore the attendee list here. Please be sure to reach out to the number above if you are interested in playing with us. **No shows will be removed from the group!**

WEDNESDAY $8 PICKUP (7V7)

For the rest of March, we will be hosting $8 sessions as part of our Spring Promo!!! Please sign up on our website if you would like to join our pickup session! [SIGN UP HERE](https://www.socceroof.com/en/book/club/long-island-city/activity/pick-up/) ONLY SIGNUPS THROUGH OUR WEBSITE WILL BE HONORED/ WEBSITE HAS REMAINING SPOTS LIST [SIGN UP HERE](https://www.socceroof.com/en/book/club/long-island-city/activity/pick-up/) [SIGN UP HERE](https://www.socceroof.com/en/book/club/long-island-city/activity/pick-up/) [SIGN UP HERE](https://www.socceroof.com/en/book/club/long-island-city/activity/pick-up/) [SIGN UP HERE](https://www.socceroof.com/en/book/club/long-island-city/activity/pick-up/) Welcome to all players joining the group and event! We look forward to creating a co-ed friendly game in the LIC area! **THE SETUP IS AS FOLLOWS** * 3 teams of seven rotating every 6 minutes (everyone gets to play!) * If there is low turnout, we will convert to a 5v5. * The ball is in play until it hits the net on the goal side * Call your own fouls and respect each other's calls ✅ **PICKUP RULES** * ***ALL SIGNUPS ARE THROUGH BONDSPORTS*** * Upon arrival, ALL guests will be asked to fill out our waiver. * NO CLEATS ALLOWED (STRICTLY ENFORCED) * NO SLIDE TACKLING OR RECKLESS CHALLENGES * Custom team making is not allowed. * Arrive 5–10 minutes early to get full playtime * **IF YOU ARE MORE THAN 15 MINS LATE, YOUR SPOT MAY BE FORFEITED FOR A PLAYER ON THE WAITLIST!** ❗ **PAYMENT & DROPPING** * Payment System: **BONDSPORTS / Socceroof Website** * Waitlist is available through our website. \- If someone drops\, the waitlist will automatically add the 1st person on the list\. * You can come on site and join the session if a spot is available or if someone is late by at least **15 minutes**. * Dropping: Please make sure you inform us **at least 1 HOUR** prior to evening & night pickups or **before 12am** for morning pickups. If you have to move out after these deadlines, please send a message to Cristian or Mario on the meetup app or WhatsApp group chat. After messaging us, we will remove and provide a credit. ❗**REFUNDS AND GAME CREDITS** * REFUNDS ARE **ONLY** PROVIDED WHEN A SESSION IS CANCELLED/RESCHEDULED. * A **credit** will be given to the player for dropping within the appropriate timeframe. * **No shows:** \- All no shows will result in a ban\, and no refund or credit will be applied\. * **Late Drops** \- All late drops will result in a temporary ban\, and no refund or credit will be applied * **Late arrival** \- Anyone late by **15 MINUTES** or more may have their spot open up. No refund will be applied but a credit can be given. Please reach out to Cristian or Mario for this. * **Regular Drop** \- Anyone dropping before the late drop time is eligible for a game credit\, please reach out to Cristian or Mario on the app\. 🙋 **WANT TO LEAD GAMES?** We’re always looking for energetic and reliable players to help host sessions. If you're interested, contact Cristian on the meetup app or the WhatsApp group chat! 💬 **STAY CONNECTED** * Visit our site for additional info! [Socceroof Website](https://www.socceroof.com/en/clubs/long-island-city/) * Complete our waiver ahead of time! [Waiver](https://bondsports.co/Socceroof---Long-Island-City/435/general_waiver) * Stay connected with our WhatsApp community! [Join here!](https://chat.whatsapp.com/FDUfJZmLlbREOIiPrHIv8o)