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The 20's-30's NYC Night Life Circle

Welcome! Here's what you need to know:

First off, this is not Match.com. As much as I love playing Cupid, this group is not designed to "hook you up" with other singles (well not directly). Plus if word gets out that you are harassing other members, I will remove you immediately and blacklist you for future events. No exceptions.

Second, this is not a group for you to sell drugs, porn or your babies. I moderate e-mail messages, the last thing I want is having my members getting solicitated by someone in Africa who has $1 million dollars in a bank account and just "needs" someone's e-signature to get half.

So What ARE we about then?!

Promoting a fun, casual enviroment
where we can jingle and mingle baby!.

How do we do this? Events.

The organizers will plan events for you to attend where you can unleash that built up tension from that 9-5 job. Though the events maybe small or huge, they all will provide an opportunity for you to drink and be merry. Get familiar with the faces, meet new party-goers, shake a limb or two and experience that childlike freedom once again!

Here is a quick breakdown of my 2008 checklist.

• Monthly Introduction Socials: Exclusive to our group only. This is where new members come and introduce themselves to the already friendly crowd.
  
• Monthly Social Mixers: I was always curious as to what other interests are found on this website. This will be an event to mix and chat with random hosts of other activity groups so we can get a feel for what they do. You can expect new conversation and new interests to sprout here.
  
• Bi-Monthly Theme parties: My interest and specialty! Living in one of the greatest cities of the world - there must be something only seen or done here. It is my job to find that idea and make it happen. Some are...
  
  
  
  • Masquerade Parties
    
  • Booze Cruises
    
  • Museum Crawls
    
  • Roller Disco
    
  • Quiet Parties
    
  • Hawaiian Night
    
  • Loft Pillow Fights
    
  • 1920's (Mafia) Party
    
  • Oriental Empress/Emperor Theme
    
  • People Auctions
    
  • Pajama Parties
    
  
  
  However, I need to gather at least a minimum of 80 people to afford a loft or to cover a bar minimum. When we have that pull - expect great things and experiences. These will be a higher charge for cushion in decorations, alcohol, the venue space, etc...
  

My story and my mission.

One weekend it hit me. I have lived in NYC for most of my life and somehow I ended up eating out at the same place, drinking at the same bar and passing out early on the weekend. The party phase was over. No longer could I stay up till the break of dawn, hear that loud ring echo through my ears with that exhausted smile on my face...

I studied Graphic Design and yet I somehow landed a regular office job at Wall St. Funny how that happens but problem is - I now slipped into a routine where I'm working just for the sake of working believing that one day I'll see a distinct change. Sometimes I even have to remind myself that I actually live in New York. I even question is this all of the hype I've lived for?

Y'know what I say when I realize my creativity slipping. HOGWASH! Lol. I'm tired of procrastination so I'm bringing my energy back up. Way Up. Life is about your experiences. It is not how much is in your bank, not the materialism society has hoped for you to believe, not even your fancy toys. Life is very much about the cherishable memories and good friends you meet along the way. That right there is my mission to you. One day I'm gonna make you look back and say "Wow, remember that time when..."

Sounds awesome!? How do you get started?

Your First Steps:

• Join the group!
  
  Come join the family! We have members from all over Manhattan with a wide variety of interests, walking different paths, and tons of stories to share. Our ages typically range from 21 (gotta be legal to drink!) to upper 30's. I feel being within same age restrictions will promote more commonalities and shared interests.
  
  
• Go to your account and set up your profile.
  
  Introduce yourself. Tell us why you found it worthwhile to join us. PLEASE answer the fun profile questions. This is your chance to share something interesting about yourself and give people a reason to stretch out a Hello! Otherwise... you really are just a number.
  
  Add a picture that describes your personality. It helps the organizers and other members recognize you when it comes time to meet. Plus it helps build a better sense of community.
  
  
• This step is VERY IMPORTANT. Lastly, come to one of our Events and SAY HI TO ME!
  
  The whole point of Meetup.com is to actually meet people. Who woulda thought? Attend the next Introduction Social and begin making new friends! This group is only as good as what you put in so pencil it into your schedule and try something new.
  

Other Rules and Information.

RSVP policy. Pay attention. Do you hate flakes? I do. Coming from my point of view, I really put most of my already busy time into this. Everything comes into play. The venue, the music, the drink specials, the information on this site, description of events, the RSVP limits, everything. At least do me the courtesy of showing up when you say you are.

If you don't know if you can go to the event, select "No" because I don't want you to give false impressions to everybody and it distorts my negotiations with the venue owners/managers. You can always come back and change it to "Yes" up to 24 hours before the event.

I will print a sign-in sheet the day of the event so I can keep track of who shows. As much as I like to meet you, if you flake on me 3 times - I will be forced to remove you from our group.

On a similar note. If you enjoyed a particular event, please leave positive feedback because it encourages new people to join and most of all - it makes me feel satisfied. Doing a good job from start to finish is gratifying for me.


MEETUP Fees. If you didn't know, Meetup.com charges a monthly fee to host your own group. It's rather minimal compared to the time learning how to host an extraordinary group. It takes an enormous time slot and an even larger energy drain. I value my time as much as any other person and to do it sparingly on the weekends will not give you the best experience I can muster up.

That's why I ask you to pay a small service fee for our events. The way I see it, instead of paying a few extra dollars on a regular drink - you trade that for a special and it allows me to keep this thing running.

Are you wondering if I'm using all those dollar bills for personal gain? Yes and No.

The money that I collect at each event will be going to two things. Read carefully if paying $2-10 bothers you. 50% of the money collected will be going to a very specific charity that I recently believed in - The American Foundation of Suicide Prevention. They help raise awareness and finance new studies to help treat people who are depressed and suicidal. The other 50% goes to future bigger event expenses such as loft rental, buying decorations and alcohol, insurance and licenses, etc...

If this does not sound reasonable for you, please leave our group.

If this does sound reasonable, I welcome you to get ready to rock out and start that wild new york chapter of your life!

WOooo HAaaaaa!!