This group is designed to explore the ways in which social media and technology can help bring arts and culture to the masses. "Democratizing" the arts has been a long-standing goal in the art world, and no medium makes it more feasible than the web. The purpose of this meetup is to bring together those working at the intersection of arts and technology to share ideas, strategies, successes, challenges and failures, and to explore the following questions: - How can the new technology ava …

This group is for art and culture lovers interested in what art is all about and the artists who make it. After all, we live in the Art Capitol of the world. Why not share the intellectual stimulation it offers with like-minded people, who also share your interests. We will visit galleries, museums and artist's studios, talk with contemporary artists about their work and vision. We will also explore art, lectures and films, visit special exhibitions in Westchester, sometimes Manhattan, wherever …

Been meaning to draw more? Or enjoy Central Park more? Do both - and meet great people too! Come relax and learn with New York's largest drawing Meetup Group. We welcome people who: have a love of art and nature - want to meet new people - want to learn from other artists - want to see parks and museums - want to start drawing (including figure drawing), but classes are too expensive - draw all the time, or haven't drawn for years (or ever!) What makes our Meetups different? We like to shar …

The Inspired Word is the hottest new poetry/spoken word event in New York City. "It's not just a series, it's a movement." It joins the passion of words as well as a loving community with dazzling, inspiring entertainment. There's an an open mic that showcases new talent, but every show we also feature some of the best performers in the country, such as actress Amber Tamblyn, comedian John Fugelsang, American Idol finalist Anwar Robinson, and HBO Def Poetry stars Patricia Smith, Suheir Hammad, L …

We exist to support local Artists and for individuals who would like to network in a fun artist friendly environment.

… This is a great opportunity to pick from the thousands of art events occurring in New York City every year and to meet new and interesting people who share a passion for the arts. House rules : To stay a member, you need to participate at least 6 times a year, (travelers are welcome of course), and 2 no shows will be removed. Rudeness to others are not tolerated, and will be removed immediately. (Please note: As this is a social group all members must post actual member profile photos.)  

Come to exhibitions, talks, and other events and meet artists, curators, critics, choreographers, techies, performers, musicians, and others who have the same interests. What are other artists creating? Do you want to hear them talk about their process? Interested in seeing what happens when people from multiple disciplines collaborate?

Cinemonde is an invitation-only screening series of thought-provoking movies for film, media and entertainment professionals. We also welcome enthusiastic film fans, no matter your professional background. Throughout the year, Cinemonde offers a line-up of compelling films, gourmet food, wonderful wines and spirits along with thought-provoking discussions (not to mention great networking opportunities).

This group is for anyone looking to make new friends and get out of the house. Everyone can have input regarding outings and meetings we schedule. This group is for anything... book clubs meetings, animal lovers, LGBT, atheists, childfree folks, museum lovers, people who like to dine out, folks who like to travel (We'll have outings to Washington D.C, Boston, Philly, where ever), etc.

Many spiritually awakening individuals are drawn to the entertainment industry. Why? Its many challenges and the uncertainty of the pathway is a great way to discover the illusions, insecurities and fears of the mind in order to transcend them. In this sense it is very much a spiritual pathway. If we are truly to experience a mass shift in consciousness the far reaching potential of the entertainment industry is one of the best ways to create a paradigm shift. In the last few years we have seen …

Ever feel that there must be something new and interesting in the art scene in New York City? That there must be people who showed up for something more than the free wine and cheese? ARTS UP NOW! is for people to list the new, the unusual, the offbeat, the undiscovered and who also might not object to a little free wine. Experimental art is all will and good, but let's focus in on the -successful- experiments and share, share share.

This group will share and discuss various ways to shop for art online and off. Group leader will share various resources for shopping for art that are affordable and make great gifts. Group will meet up once every 4 to 6 weeks to share finds, resources and see artwork in person! Areas of interest to be covered: Affordable art; interior design; art collecting; paintings, photography, drawings, sculpture; galleries; shopping for art online; shopping for art offline; art as a gift; art as a registr …

We are not chip-tuners or projection designers. We are not moving light programmers or expert sound designers. We don't do the sexy stuff, and we like it. We are arts infrastructure geeks.  We are a group of people interested in 1) Technology, computer programming, geeky stuff 2) Arts administration3) #1 used in service of #2 Marketing, analysis, grant-making, ticket-selling, modelling, reporting, cultural asset mapping, open source, service-oriented architecture, the cloud, constituent relat …

A group of designers and artists are planing to start up a multifunctional Architecture/Interior Design_Arts/General Construction Coop which will be owned and operated by its members. Currently we are engaged in initial planing/discussions.   Why a Co-op?   As a collective of different disciplines, we can provide a very broad range of services. We'll provide a professional approach to any project, large or small. We'll bring clients, designers and artists together to integrate great projects …

The D'Addario Pro-Arte Guitar Series is dedicated to presenting the next generation of talented classcial guitarists. We partner with some of the top international guitar competitions and provide a premiere performanace at Carnegie's Weill Hall to winners of these competitions. The D'Addario Music Foundation is committed to supporting the artistic community and providing opportunities to these deserving musicians. Tickets for this intimate event are inexpensive and can be purchased at www.carneg …