NOTE: This group is geared toward African-Americans, Africans throughout the Diaspora and friends. Everyone from all racial/ethnic backgrounds are welcome to join this group.  Are you a well-informed and cultured individual? Are you interested in politics, fashion, all types of musical genres, pop culture, books, theatre, art, indie movies, museums, wine, food, traveling and more? Let's add another dynamic: Do you enjoy discussing national and international politics? Do you love to voice your vi …

This Meetup group was originally founded in 2008 by a handful of German-speaking parents in Astoria. In fall 2012 the group was integrated into the CityKinder network, a community and resources website for German speaking parents in the Tri-State area. Our purpose is to connect German-speaking parents in the New York Metro area who are interested in socializing with other families and teaching their kids German, as well as providing education and support on a variety of topics concerning interna …

El Taller Latino Americano/The Latin American Workshop is a non-profit cultural arts center on Manhattan's Upper West Side - a space alive with color, sound, movement, and creativity - music, art and language converge to educate and entertain. El Taller is: Language Classes... where students discover how the language of art and the art of language can transcend cultural barriers. A Cultural Center... where over 500 people each month meet to share ideas,find creative inspiration and find refuge i …

Welcome to the SHAMBALLAH TRIBAL COMMUNITY OF NEW YORK! We are part of the Shamballah Community International, a world-wide group with the goal of creating a healthy, self-sustainable, emotionally balanced, peaceful world. Our members include people of all ages, nationalities, professions, and cultures. The diversity of our members makes our Tribe rich and fruitful. We are interested in: * Healing & Energy works * JIKIDEN REIKI * Channeling * Martial Arts * Drawing and Painting * Pe …

See and experience first hand, the inner workings, of the worlds most exciting Food Scene while you cook, taste, tour and work side by side with the people that make it happen. Meet top New York Chefs, feast on the most enticing foods at legendary restaurants and shops, for once in a lifetime experiences, you’ll never forget. Discover the life, pulse and culture of New York's Food Scene as we take you on and off the beaten path, to explore the inner working of the city's rich and proud culinary …

Becoming an engaged film viewer requires discernment and intellectual curiosity. The IAM Cinema Series is designed to encourage involvement with one's own community and the IAM community at large. Participants will grow their film repertoire while "wrestling" with big ideas and themes evoked on screen.

SOMETHING TO SING ABOUT in NEW YORK! Workshops, Showcases and other events FOR SINGERS/ACTORS/INSTRUMENTALISTS For Professionals and Non-Professionals Anna Bartos, Organizer* Greetings and Welcome! Have you always wanted to sing or act, but never did? Did other things get in your way, like a day job? Or, did you sing/act a long time ago and want to get back into it? Well, here's your chance to make your life-long dream come true! SOMETHING TO SING ABOUT! gives you a golden opportunity to try …

We attend French theater in New York City. Nous assistons aux spectacles en Français ici à New York. We also offer acting in French classes, Acting in English classes for internationals and French language classes. Please join us if you are a NY resident who loves French language and culture, if your native language is French or if you just love international theater. Visit our Franco-American acting and language school at http://actfrench.com

THE MUSIC ROOM - New York Presented by HarmoNYom "A Voice for Indian Classical Music" An innovative and unique project presenting 5 MAESTROS musicians from South Asia bringing music lovers together to celebrate the richness and heritage of the Indian Classical Music by recreating the magic of intimate BAITHAK concerts, one of the most revered traditions of the past! As well producing 5 FUND-RAISINGS events to support non-for-profit organizations empowering hundreds of "street children" from Ind …

Welcome to LivingPowerfully Community! There has been a lot happening recently outside of the group as all organizers have been traveling for more intense trainings in practicums, workshops, and out of country seminars and it's time to bring it together, offer as much support and empowerment as we can with each other, and share in the enjoyment of life, creating the best we're able, together! There are a variety of choices we have to start some weekly / bi-weekly / or monthly meetups and I want …

THE RENSAISSANCE WORKSHOP & ARTIST SALON is open to those interested in learning to draw & paint, and to learn the History, Science, Philosophy & Metaphysics of Art. The workshop takes place in the studio of artist and instructor Raúl-Santiago Sebazco in Chelsea, New York. The workshop follows the centuries old tradition of the education of emerging artists in the working studio of a professional artist. It is inspired by the artist’s workshops of Renaissance Europe. These workshops existed, and …

Konnichiha! Douzo Yoroshiku Onegaishimasu! こんにちは！どうぞよろしくお願いします！ Pleased to meet you all! welcome to The Japan Cultural Appreciation group! Mission Statement The purpose of the Japan Cultural Appreciation Group (JCAG) is to promote both Japanese and English language as well as Japanese culture. This is accomplished by providing a service that helps people to learn either language who may otherwise have learning or financial difficulties doing so. In a friendly environment, people from all over t …

A group for successful men who want even greater success with women and business. Add more horse power to your career, great car and amazing apartment with tools that work. You already have the beautiful woman, but you wonder about those exotic, sultry and sexy women you encounter during your day. Or you want to know how to reach this level. For the confirmed bachelor, recently divorced man, someone fresh out of a long-term relationship, want to date interracially, date much older, date much you …

Learn with us—Explore the Films, Fora, & "Arts That Spark" our ideas, discussion, debate. Arts and creative spirit delight and entertain us. They also open our minds, show us different worlds, immerse us in another's culture, and challenge us to learn and explore the great questions of human society— the past, the present and the futuristic. Welcome all students • artists professionals • entrepreneurs Who should attend? If you are keen to explore, think and share, then we welcome you! Join ou …

Speak English easily with us! Explore Arts & Ideas with new friends and a real ESL Teacher. Welcome all international students • artists professionals • entrepreneurs Arts and creative spirit delight and entertain us. They also open our minds, show us different worlds, immerse us in another's culture, and challenge us to learn and explore the great questions of human society— the past, the present and the futuristic. Improve your English while learning about Arts and Culture, with us. Explore …

Learn with us—Explore the Films, Fora, & "Arts That Spark" our ideas, discussion, debate. Arts and creative spirit delight and entertain us. They also open our minds, show us different worlds, immerse us in another's culture, and challenge us to learn and explore the great questions of human society— the past, the present and the futuristic. Welcome all students • artists professionals • entrepreneurs Who should attend? If you love to learn, think and share, then we welcome you!  Join our fri …

Come join us for some International Food, International Dance, International Music, International Arts, International Culture and ...good times!

We are producers of diverse poetry and performing arts events in New York City, formed using the philosophies of the most progressive intellectual and artistic movements of the last century (i.e. The Harlem Renaissance, the Beat Poets & most notably the Nuyorican Movement). Our popular monthly “People's Open Mic” series has also become a rite of passage for anyone looking to step into the realm of of cultural expression in New York City as our stage and audience welcomes newcomers during every s …

COOLLaboration (an offering of COOL Labs) is a monthly cross-border community makerthon. It joins the maker/hacker, design, artistic, educational, charitable, entrepreneurial and social communities once a month and during highly attended event weeks (SxSW, Social Media Week, Maker Faire, Make Music NYC, Figment, etc.) COOLLaboration: -involves communities working together across borders to address common problems of concern -enables communities to explore the role of cultural exchange and dialog …