PubClub • NYC

an old way to make new friends

About

PubClub brings small, thoughtfully curated groups (6-8 people) together at cozy local venues for real conversation. Groups are curated based on your application to create a balanced, casual, and engaging dynamic.We'll identify great spots, curate the groups, generate discussion topics, and ensure that the events run smoothly.Go ahead and sign-up (takes 2 minutes). It's a great way to make new friends, connect with your community, and have substantive conversation.

Who is PubClub For?

PubClub is an intellectual and social outlet. It's perfect for you if you want to...

  • Explore compelling topics

  • Meet new people and learn about their perspectives

  • Connect with your local community

PubClub is not designed for

  • Highly technical academic discussions

  • Intense, combative debates

Logistics

Sign Up: Click "sign-up" above to go to our Luma Page and select "Join." After answering a few short questions, we'll add you as a member. Only members can sign-up for events, and members will receive emails for upcoming events.

Joining Events: Review the calendar of events, and request to join any you'd like to attend. We review all requests to ensure we can curate a cohesive group. You will not be charged unless your spot is confirmed.

Event Types: PubClub operates two types of events -- sessions and seasons.

  • Sessions: One-off events with a focused discussion topic

  • Seasons: A multi-week experience where a cohort meets over the course of 5 sessions to build community and discuss a broader topic. Seasons culminate with an end-of-season mixer with all cohorts for members to celebrate and meet!

Event Length: PubClub events generally take 90 minutes to 2 hours.

How Events Work

Once you join an event, you'll be able to find the specific location on Luma. Additional event details (e.g., where members should meet) will be sent via email.

Current Locations and Discussion Topics

PubClub is only live in NYC, across Manhattan and Brooklyn. PubClub topics currently fall under the categories below. If you're interested in other topics, you can indicate your interest in the membership sign-up.

  • Politics

  • Philosophy/Theology