The Art Meetup: Fun Creative Networking Night

Join us for a fun free night for artists, musicians, writers, designers, performers, curators, and locals who want a warm room to meet new people and open new doors. This is a fun evening built around music, drinks, and community energy!

Date and Time

March 22
6PM to 9PM

Location

Solas Bar

232 E 9th St number 1
New York NY 10003

How to Join

RSVP through this Eventbrite page

Arrive early for seating

When You Arrive

When you walk in, let the bartender or staff know you are here for the Art Meetup. They will point you toward the right area so you can settle in easily. This hopefully will help you get oriented, especially if the space is busy or loud.

What to Expect

• A steady flow of creatives and locals of all kinds
• Happy Hour drinks
• Music that keeps the room open and welcoming
• A friendly space for shy and outgoing people to meet
• A night that feels grounding, not overwhelming, just fun
• We will not have live performances or vendors at this event.
• New connections and future collaborators

Entry Details (supports the venue and keeps the event possible)

Free to join + (optional) donation

21 and older

Two drink minimum

Who This Is For

• Artists who want to find new people to create with
• Designers and photographers looking for community
• Writers and musicians who need a safe easy space to share ideas
• Locals who want a relaxed night of connection and conversation

Reminders

1. Bring business cards or have a digital portfolio link
2. Have a simple introduction ready about what you make and want to create
3. Follow the host, @nonlocalai on Instagram for updates and future events
4. 🙏🏽 RSVP. Donate if you can. Bring someone with you. 2 drink minimum

🌿 GET INVOLVED

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https://www.lailanigibson.com/event-list

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✨ ABOUT THE FOUNDER

Curated by Lailani Gibson (@nonlocalai)

These spaces are built from scratch as a way for NYC artists, musicians, and locals to find real opportunities, real support, and real community.

Everything you see here is created by one person with a lot of heart and a city full of people who choose to show up for each other.