Engagement Month

California

Wesleyan Social Meetup: San Francisco Jewish Alumni Social at Covenant Winery

Sunday, February 2
3–5 p.m.
Berkeley, CA

Covenant is a boutique urban winery in Berkeley owned by Wes alum, Jeff Morgan '75, former West Coast editor at Wine Spectator, and now—since 2003—California winemaker. Connect with fellow Wesleyan alums in the Bay Area for a joyous opportunity to build community and connection while enjoying Covenant's outdoor tasting patio and indoor tasting room.

REGISTER FOR THE SAN FRANCISCO JEWISH ALUMNI SOCIAL AT COVENANT WINERY

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Los Angeles Happy Hour Meetup in Hollywood

Saturday, February 8
5-7 p.m. 
Los Angeles, CA

A chance for any Wes Alums—not just Theater and Film/TV Industry pros—to gather, share a drink and chat about entertainment, the arts or whatever the heck you are doing in Los Angeles! The Plunge is L.A.'s only "theater bar,” located in The Broadwater Theaters in Hollywood. The Broadwater is managed by Sacred Fools Theater Company, for which Bruno Oliver ’88 is a board member, manager, producer, and every now and then for old time's sake... the bartender.

REGISTER FOR THE LOS ANGELES HAPPY HOUR IN HOLLYWOOD

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Tuesday Evening Los Angeles Meetup

Tuesday, February 4
6–8 p.m.
Los Angeles, CA

Bringing together alums in the Los Angeles area for connections, conversations, and serendipity. Join us the evening of Tuesday, February 4 at 4100 Bar and help strengthen the Los Angeles Wesleyan community.

REGISTER FOR THE TUESDAY EVENING LOS ANGELES MEETUP

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Los Angeles Lunar New Year Dinner

Saturday, February 8
7–8:30 p.m.
Los Angeles, CA

Join fellow Wesleyan alumni in Los Angeles to celebrate the Lunar New Year at one of Chinatown's no-frills. no-fuss, but well-liked restaurants - Yang Chow. Attendees will each cover the cost of their own meal.

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Wesleyan Social Meetup: Oakland Lunar New Year x Black History Month Celebration

Saturday, February 1
10:15 a.m.-12 p.m. (Festival runs until 4 p.m. but Wes Meetup portion will end by noon)
Oakland, CA

Connect with other Wesleyan alumni at a local bakery in Chinatown for a drink and snacks then walk over to the Oakland Asian Cultural Center to experience the Lunar New Year x Black History Month Celebration together. Wear red and black or your Wes swag!

REGISTER FOR THE OAKLAND LUNAR NEW YEAR X BLACK HISTORY MONTH CELEBRATION

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Oakland East Bay Salsa Class

Saturday, February 8
6–8 p.m.
Oakland, CA

Bring your dancing shoes. Join fellow Wesleyan alumni for a salsa class!

REGISTER FOR THE OAKLAND EAST BAY SALSA CLASS

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Private Curling Class in Oakland

Sunday, February 2
5:30–7:30 p.m.
Oakland, CA

Have you ever tried curling? Neither have we! Come join other Wes alums for an hour or so of private group instruction followed by a beer at a nearby airport hotel bar! Yes, you're reading this right: curling, the sweeping, on-ice Olympic sport that is apparently very easy to learn and fun to play. All are welcome by beginners are encouraged to attend! 

Please note that registering here is required but registrants also need to pay $45 for the group lesson (includes equipment, instructors, ice time) through the curling club.

REGISTER FOR THE PRIVATE CURLING CLASS IN OAKLAND

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Los Angeles Beach Sunset Hang

Saturday, February 8
4-7 p.m.
Santa Monica, CA

Join Wesleyan alumni in Los Angeles for a chill walk on the beach in Santa Monica at sunset. Afterwards, the alumni host has invited to open their home up to attendees for wine and hors d'oeuvres. The group will meet at Perry's at 2400 Ocean Front Walk in Santa Monica.

REGISTER FOR THE LOS ANGELES BEACH SUNSET HANG

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Los Angeles Jewish Alumni Social

Sunday, February 2
5–7 p.m.
Santa Monica, CA

This is a fun social gathering to share stories and experiences, to make new friends and contacts and gather with old friends too! Alumni of all ages, classes, and affinities are welcome.

REGISTER FOR THE LOS ANGELES JEWISH ALUMNI SOCIAL

Hawaii

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Honolulu Happy Hour

Saturday, February 1
6-10 p.m. 
Honolulu, HI

Join Wesleyan alumni in Honolulu for a chat and a beverage at Moku Kitchen the evening of Saturday, February 1

REGISTER FOR THE HONOLULU HAPPY HOUR

Washington

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Seattle Tuesday Evening Reception

Tuesday, February 4
5-7 p.m.
Seattle, WA

Wesleyan alumni and friends in Seattle are invited to join a reception in the Pike Place area at the DH Seattle office.

REGISTER FOR THE SEATTLE TUESDAY EVENING RECEPTION

Colorado

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Colorado Front Range Snowshoe

Saturday, February 8
11 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
Nederland, CO

We will meet within an easy drive from Denver/Boulder for a snowshoe hike in Colorado's front range. Please bring your own snowshoes. We will have extras and can help you find some (they're cheap and also rentable). The adventure begins at 11 a.m. from the trailhead!

REGISTER FOR THE COLORADO FRONT RANGE SNOWSHOE

Nevada

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Las Vegas Gardens Park Walk

Saturday, February 8
11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Las Vegas, NV

Meet other Wes alums at the Gardens Park for a leisurely walk to share favorite Las Vegas spots and Middletown memories. Afterwards, we can purchase a warm beverage at a nearby Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf. It's Super Bowl weekend, so we can talk about football, entertainment, and favorite restaurants.

REGISTER FOR THE LAS VEGAS GARDENS PARK WALK

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Restaurant Gathering in Reno

Thursday, February 6
4:30–7 p.m.
Reno, NV

There are about thirty Wes alums in the Reno, Nevada area. Anyone interested in fostering community in the area is encouraged to join fellow Wesleyan alumni for a meal at Mari Chuys Restaurant and Tequileria at Rancharrah. This is a great opportunity to build connections and create momentum for a potential summer gathering.

REGISTER FOR THE RESTAURANT GATHERING IN RENO

Arizona

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Musical Instrument Museum in Phoenix

Sunday, February 2
1-2 p.m.
Phoenix, AZ

Join other Wesleyan alumni for lunch together at the cafe at the Musical Instrument Museum followed by an optional museum tour ($20 fee to be paid day of). We'll meet in the cafe inside the museum building at the meetup start time.

REGISTER FOR THE MUSICAL INSTRUMENT MUSEUM IN PHOENIX

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Phoenix ASU Art Museum Tour

Sunday, February 9
3-5 p.m. 
Tempe, AZ

Let’s meet up at the ASU Art Museum for a group tour of the exhibitions and an opportunity to build connection among the Wesleyan Phoenix community. Please wear red and black and plan to meet in the front lobby at 3:00 pm. Please note: complimentary parking is available in front of the ASU Art Museum in ASU Lot 9, located on the southeast corner of Mill Avenue and 10th Street. Visitors using museum spaces must sign in at the front desk in the lobby of the ASU Art Museum. Please take a picture of your license plate and bring to the front desk. Short-term paid parking is available in the 10th Street Parking Garage across the street from the museum and in ASU Lot 3 near Gammage Parkway.

REGISTER FOR THE PHOENIX ASU ART MUSEUM TOUR

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Tucson Sabino Canyon Hike

Sunday, February 9
11 a.m.-2 p.m. 
Tuscon, AZ

Let's enjoy the beautiful winter weather and Sabino Canyon views on Sunday, February 9! We'll choose a trail based on the group's preferences! Please note that either a parking pass or an annual Coronado National Forest pass is required to park (both can be purchased at the time of the visit).

REGISTER FOR THE TUcsON SABINO CANYON HIKE 

New Mexico

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Albuquerque Happy Hour

Thursday, February 6
6-8 p.m. 
Albuquerque, NM

Join us for happy hour and to bring together Wesleyan alums in Albuquerque at Boxing Bear Brewing Co.

REGISTER FOR THE ALBUQUERQUE HAPPY HOUR

Texas

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Houston Valentine's Wine and Chocolate Tasting

Wednesday, February 5
6-8 p.m.
Houston, TX

Break out your Cardinal red and join Wes alums and significant others for a pre-Valentine’s Day Wine & Chocolate tasting at Braeburn Country Club. Explore the terroir of the wines and the terroir of chocolate varieties, presented by SPEC'S Fine Food Buyer.

REGISTER FOR THE HOUSTON VALENTINE'S WINE AND CHOCOLATE TASTING

Illinois

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Photography Exhibit Visit at Chicago Public Library

Saturday, February 8
2–3 p.m.
Chicago, IL

Come downtown to Chicago Public Library's Harold Washington Library Center to view the Akito Tsuda: Pilsen Days photography exhibit on the 9th floor. Wes alum, Johanna Russ '03, served as project manager for the exhibit and will share a behind-the-scenes look at the process.

REGISTER FOR THE PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBIT VISIT AT CHICAGO PUBLIC LIBRARY

Minnesota

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Minneapolis Brewery Hangout

Monday, February 3
5-7 p.m. 
Minneapolis, MN

Join fellow Wesleyan alums at Wooden Ship in Linden Hills and bring your best Foss Hill memory, your funniest Mocon anecdote, or your most inspiring professor story.

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Wesleyan Social Meetup: Twin Cities Family Friendly Lunch at Midtown Market

Sunday, February 9
12-2 p.m.
Minneapolis, MN

Let's meet up at Minneapolis' Midtown Market on Sunday, February 9! Grab lunch from one of the many vendors, and we'll find a central place to sit and reminisce. This is a family-friendly food hall, so bring your whole crew.

REGISTER FOR THE TWIN CITIES FAMILY FRIENDLY LUNCH AT MIDTOWN MARKET

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Twin Cities Alumni Happy Hour

Thursday, February 6
5-7 p.m. 
Saint Paul, MN

Calling all Twin Cities Alumni—join us at Lake Monster Brewing! We'll buy our own drinks and chip in for snacks together.

REGISTER FOR THE TWIN CITIES ALUMNI HAPPY HOUR

Nebraska

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Omaha Coffee Date

Tuesday, February 4
2–4 p.m.
Omaha, NE

Come join fellow Omaha-based Wesleyan alumni for an afternoon of coffee* and conversation. We will re-visit favorite memories from our days at Wes, while also connecting about life in Omaha.

*If coffee isn't your thing, Lola's has tons of other fantastic non-alcoholic and alcoholic options...not to mention incredible pastries!

REGISTER FOR THE OMAHA COFFEE DATE

Ohio

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Cleveland Happy Hour

Thursday, February 6
5:30-7:30 p.m.
Cleveland Heights, OH

Connect with fellow Wes alums in the Cleveland area for a happy hour with drinks and light bites.

REGISTER FOR THE CLEVELAND HAPPY HOUr

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Social Hour at the Cleveland Museum of Art

Saturday, February 8
5-8 p.m. 
Cleveland, OH 

Join other Wes alumni at the Cleveland Museum of Art, in the atrium, for an afternoon of community, wine, and irreverence.

REGISTER FOR THE SOCIAL HOUR AT THE CLEVELAND MUSEUM OF ART

Wisconsin

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Wisconsin Happy Hour

Friday, February 7
5–7 p.m.
Madison, WI

Join other Wesleyan alumni in the Madison area for happy hour, or dinner, at The Old Fashioned!

REGISTER FOR THE WISCONSIN HAPPY HOUR

Georgia

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Atlanta Group Hike and Lunch at Jamal's Chicken Wings

Saturday, February 1
10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Atlanta, GA

Wesleyan alums and their friends of all ages are invited to meet up for a walk in the Hampton-Beecher Nature Preserve in the heart of southwest Atlanta. This 100+ acre nature preserve is home to a wide variety of plant and animal life. There are three champion trees in the park: a sugar maple, an umbrella magnolia, and a tulip poplar. We'll work up an appetite and then head to Jamal's Chicken Wings for the best lemon pepper wings (wet, all flat) in Atlanta.

REGISTER FOR THE ATLANTA GROUP HIKE AND LUNCH AT JAMAL'S CHICKEN WINGS

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Atlanta Olive Oil and Vinegar Tasting

Sunday, February 9
4–6 p.m.
Atlanta, GA

Join your fellow Wesleyan alums for an adventurous gathering. Olive oil and vinegar experts, Danny '82, P'14, '17 and Ellen P'14, '17 Softness, invite you to their home for tasting, some light snacks, and socializing.

REGISTER FOR THE ATLANTA OLIVE OIL AND VINEGAR TASTING

North Carolina

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Raleigh Exhibit Tour at Dix Park

Saturday, February 1
1:30–3:30 p.m.
Raleigh, NC

Join fellow Wesleyan alumni at Dix Park as we explore a curated Black History Month artist exhibition showcasing the best talent of 2025 from across the state. Presented in partnership with Raleigh Film and Art Festival, this riveting month-long display of visual art representing the experience of people of color living in the south. Enjoy an array of spectacular pieces by professional and student artists. Attendees will be able to enjoy drinks and light hors d'oeuvres, a spoken work feature performance, a fifteen minute live theatrical dance performance, and time to mix and mingle with other Wesleyan attendees alongside live music.

REGISTER FOR THE RALEIGH EXHIBIT TOUR AT DIX PARK

Tennessee

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Nashville Happy Hour

Thursday, February 6
5:30–7:30 p.m.
Nashville, TN

Come join fellow Wesleyan alumni in Nashville at Sadie's for an evening of community. Alumni of all ages and class years are encouraged to attend.

REGISTER FOR THE NASHVILLE HAPPY HOUR

Delaware

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Bowling at Wilma's in Downtown Wilmington, Delaware

Tuesday, February 4
6–8 p.m.
Wilmington, DE

Enjoy a fun, casual gathering of Wesleyan alumni at Wilma's for a fun evening of complimentary bowling, great conversation, and plenty of laughs on Tuesday, February 4. This meetup will be a great opportunity to reconnect, reminisce, and make a few new friends along the way. Food and cocktails will be available for purchase. Complimentary parking at Midtown Garage in Wilmington.

REGISTER FOR BOWLING AT WILMA'S

Maryland

Wesleyan Social Meetup: WES night at Round House Theatre in Bethesda

Thursday, February 6
7–9 p.m.
Bethesda, MD

Come out and join your fellow Wes alums for a night at the theatre to see Heidi Schreck's "What the Constitution Means to Me". We'll meet at 7 p.m., 30 minutes ahead of showtime, to sip and connect at the theatre's bar/café. Registering for this Social Meetup does not include a ticket to the show. Attendees must purchase a ticket for the 7:30 p.m. performance on Thursday, February 6 through the Round House Theatre's website. Use promo code "Wesleyan25"!

REGISTER FOR THE WES NIGHT AT THE ROUND HOUSE THEATER

Pennsylvania

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Philadelphia Chat, Liberally Educated in an Illiberal World

Sunday, February 2
1-3 p.m. 
Philadelphia, PA

Amidst the results of the election, discussions of the threat to liberal arts and education are at an all time high. Let's sit together and talk, not only to share our feelings about the election and the threat we may feel, but to understand them as best we can in light of the ideals of a liberal arts education, the value of critical thinking, and democratic discourse. Hopefully such a discussion can help us all to survive, if not also to thrive, in the years ahead.

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Wesleyan Social Meetup: Philadelphia Alumni Happy Hour

Tuesday, February 4
6–8 p.m.
Philadelphia, PA

Connect with fellow Wes alumni in Philadelphia at Pub & Kitchen. Whether you've been in Philly for a long time or are new to the area, we'd love to see you there.

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Wesleyan Social Meetup: Bucks County, Pennsylvania Indy Bookstore Hangout

Saturday, February 8
10:30 a.m.–12 p.m.
Yardley, PA

Join Wesleyan alumni at Commonplace Reader in Yardley, PA for a weekend afternoon hangout. Bring a book or buy a book you would want to share with someone. Please wear red and black so we can find one another!

REGISTER FOR THE BUCKS COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA INDY BOOKSTORE HANGOUT

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Pittsburgh Trivia Night at Hop Farm Brewery

Monday, February 3
6:30–9 p.m.
Pittsburgh, PA

Wear your red and black and play some trivia with your fellow alums! We'll attend Hop Farm Brewery's Liz Q Quiz Night event together as Team Wes: "Liz Q knows a thing or two about trivia: she's a Jeopardy! Champion, a money winner on Who Wants to be a Millionaire?, and defeated James Holzhauer on The Chase. Quizzing is Liz's favorite pastime, and she wants it to be yours, too, which is why she's bringing fun, yet challenging and original trivia to Hop Farm Brewing. Enjoy trivia night while also enjoying a wide selection of delicious craft beers and foods."

REGISTER FOR THE PITTSBURGH TRIVIA NIGHT AT HOP FARM BREWERY

Virginia 

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Virginia Jewish Alumni Social

Sunday, February 2
3–5 p.m.
Tysons

Connect with fellow Wesleyan alums in northern Virginia for a joyous opportunity to build community and connection! Everyone is welcome, including those visiting the area, and anyone from DC, Maryland, and Virginia. We'll meetup in Panera Bread's back room. The Tysons Panera location is an easy walk from Metro Silver Line's Greensboro station, with plentiful free parking, too.

REGISTER FOR THE VIRGINIA JEWISH ALUMNI SOCIAL

Washington DC

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Perspectives on the Education Landscape in Washington DC

Thursday, February 6
6–7:30 p.m.
Washington, DC

Join a small group of fellow Wesleyan alumni at Station 4 for a salon-style event in Washington, D.C., bringing together diverse voices to discuss the evolving landscape of education. We’ll focus our conversation among attendees on innovative approaches, challenges, and opportunities in K-12 and higher education. Enjoy conversation, a meal, and a drink with fellow Wes alums working in the education field!

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Wesleyan Social Meetup: National Portrait Gallery Visit in Washington, DC

Saturday, February 8
2–3:30 p.m.
Washington, DC

Join us at the National Portrait Gallery exploring the exhibition, "This Morning, This Evening, So Soon: James Baldwin and the Voices of Queer Resistance." This meetup offers a look at Baldwin's multifaceted legacy as a Black, gay activist. Whether you're passionate about literature, art, social justice, or American history, you'll find something compelling. Don't miss this chance to reflect, connect, and engage with fellow alumni as together we honor one of America's most influential thinkers and writers.

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Connecticut

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Bethel, Connecticut Film Screening

Friday, February 7
6–10 p.m.
Bethel, CT

Join fellow Wesleyan alumni for a movie screening of "Army of Shadows" (1969) directed by Jean-Pierre Melville, followed by an informal discussion. Please note that the film is in French with English subtitles. A light buffet dinner will be provided and time will be reserved for socializing.

REGISTER FOR THE BETHEL, CONNECTICUT FILM SCREENING

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Wesleyan Goes to the Wadsworth Atheneum in Hartford

Saturday, February 1
1–3 p.m.
Hartford, CT

We will meet at Hartford's Wadsworth Atheneum, which has a world-class art collection. Meet at 1 p.m. to walk through the galleries. At 2 p.m. or so, the group can find a spot in the courtyard to talk one-on-one or visit the museum café. Anyone under 17 years of age gets in free and there is a senior discount. Attendees can purchase tickets at the front desk or online.

REGISTER FOR WESLEYAN GOES TO THE WADSWORTH ATHENEUM IN HARTFORD

Wesleyan Social Meetup: New Haven East Rock Park Walk

Sunday, February 2
1–4 p.m.
New Haven, CT

Join Wes alums in New Haven for a short walk to the top of, or around, East Rock Park. Meet at the corner of Cold Spring St. and Orange St. (in front of East Rock Park sign), just down the road from Wilbur Cross High School.

REGISTER FOR New Haven east rock park walk

Wesleyan Social Meetup: New Haven Chew and Brew Happy Hour at BAR

Saturday, February 8
7–9 p.m.
New Haven, CT

Gather at New Haven's local pub, BAR, for amazing pizza and conversation. Play pool or just chat and discuss our shared experiences at Wesleyan and life after Wes.

REGISTER FOR THE NEW HAVEN CHEW AND BREW HAPPY HOUR AT BAR

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Westport Community Happy Hour at Little Barn

Thursday, February 6
5:30–7:30 p.m.
Westport, CT

Join fellow Wesleyan alumni in Westport for beverages or nibbles at Little Barn. This Social Meetup will be a great launching pad for figuring out what's next for our group of alumni in the Westport area!

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Maine

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Plug in Portland, Maine Happy Hour

Thursday, February 6
5–7 p.m.
Portland, ME

Want to learn about opportunities to plug into the greater Portland, Maine community? Are you looking to connect people with a cause you care about? Come join Wes alumni for a fun, friendly way to connect!

REGISTER FOR PLUG IN PORTLAND, MAINE HAPPY HOUR

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Southern Maine Get-together

Sunday, February 2
5:30–8 p.m.
Ogunquit, ME

Larry Green '74 and his wife Denise invite Wes alums to their home in Ogunquit, Maine for dinner, conversation, and connection the evening of Sunday, February 2.

REGISTER FOR THE SOUTHERN MAINE GET-TOGETHER

Massachusetts

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Boston Area Meetup

Sunday, February 2
5–7 p.m.
This event is hosted at a private residence. The address will be sent to registrants in advance.

Come by for drinks, light snacks, and to say hi!

Please note: this event takes place in an apartment in an MIT graduate dorm. Attendees need to pre-register and check-in at the front desk at the corner of Albany and Pacific at the time of the event.

REGISTER FOR THE BOSTON AREA MEETUP

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Lunar New Year Gathering in Boston

Sunday, February 9
12–2 p.m.
Boston, MA

Break bread with other Wesleyan alumni at a local restaurant in celebration of the Year of the Wood Snake. Wear red and black or your Wes swag!

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Wesleyan Social Meetup: Concord, Massachusetts Walden Pond Winter Picnic

Sunday, February 9
9:30–11:30 a.m.
Concord, MA

Meet up at Walden Pond for a stroll around, maybe through the woods, ending on the beach with hot soup, bread, and other nourishing delights.

REGISTER FOR THE CONCORD, MASSACHUSETTS WALDEN POND WINTER PICNIC

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Berkshire, Massachusetts Hike and Brunch

Sunday, February 9
10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Lenox, MA

Join Berkshire, MA alums for a morning hike (weather permitting) in Kennedy Park, followed by brunch at Haven in Lenox.

REGISTER FOR THE BERKSHIRE, MASSACHUSETTS HIKE AND BRUNCH

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Needham, Massachusetts Shabbat Dinner

Friday, February 7
6:30–9 p.m.
Needham, MA

Friday night Shabbat dinner is traditionally a night to take a rest from the week, be together in fellowship, and share a meal. This meetup is for anyone who wants to experience the tradition and spend a relaxing evening together in community among Wesleyan alumni. The home hosting is kosher and can accommodate food allergies. The hosts are egalitarian and inclusive in their practice.

REGISTER FOR THE NEEDHAM, MASSACHUSETTS SHABBAT DINNER

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Boston Meetup at Nubian Markets

Wednesday, February 5
6–8 p.m.
Roxbury, MA

Come meet fellow Boston area cardinals for a winter meet up! Build community and reflect about the past and future at Nubian Markets.

REGISTER FOR THE BOSTON MEETUP AT NUBIAN MARKETS

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Boston MetroWESt Meetup

Wednesday, February 5
7:30–9:30 p.m.
West Newton, MA

Join a social gathering of Wesleyan graduates living west of Boston at Paddy's Public House on Thursday, February 6. Wes alums who went from social activism to suburban living meet up and share ways that you keep the Wesleyan ethos alive and well as adults in the world. Join Hagar Berlin '02, Abby Holstein '06, Dave Lievens '03, Julia Marcus '03, and many other local Wes alumni.

REGISTER FOR THE BOSTON METROWEST MEETUP

New Hampshire 

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Granite State Happy Hour

Thursday, February 6
5–7 p.m.
Manchester, NH

Connect with the local Wes community in the Granite State. We'll meet at the newly opened Republic Brewery in Manchester, NH. Topics of interest might be the importance of the humanities, making NH more Wes Weird, or debating the best hikes and lakes to explore in the state. Please wear your Wesleyan gear if you have it!

REGISTER FOR THE GRANITE STATE HAPPY HOUR

New Jersey

Wesleyan Social Meetup: New Jersey Reception and Talk, "What is New Orleans?"

Thursday, February 6
5:15–6:30 p.m.
Princeton, NJ

Princeton's Associate Professor of African American Studies, Joshua Guild '96, will talk about the history of what has been described as an "impossible but inevitable city" over three centuries. Settled on perpetually shifting swampland at the foot of one of the world's greatest waterways, this port city served as an outpost of three empires and a gateway linking the North American heartland with the Gulf Coast, Caribbean, and Atlantic World. From European and African settlement through the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, we will consider how race, culture, and the environment have defined the history of the city and its people.

There will be time to connect with fellow Cardinals over New Orleans-inspired nibbles and drinks. Remarks by Joshua Guild '96 and reception hosted by Livia Wong McCarthy '81.

REGISTER FOR THE NEW JERSEY RECEPTION AND TALK, "WHAT IS NEW ORLEANS?"

New York

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Brooklyn Urban Planning and Design Happy Hour

Wednesday, February 5
6–8 p.m.
Brooklyn, NY

If you're working or studying in the fields of housing, policy, architecture, transportation, pubic administration, public finance, philanthropy or are interested in making a career shift, this meetup is for you. Join other Wes alums and make connections over our shared common interest in urban spaces at Evalyn's Tap House the evening of Wednesday, February 5.

REGISTER FOR THE BROOKLYN URBAN PLANNING AND DESIGN HAPPY HOUR

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Sandwiches and Conversation at Zoller's in Brooklyn

Sunday, February 9
12–3 p.m.
Brooklyn, NY

Join fellow Wesleyan alumni in Brooklyn for sandwiches and conversation. Come ready to mingle, laugh, and enjoy a scrumptious sandwich on Sunday, February 9 at Zoller's.

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Wesleyan Social Meetup: Produce Party in the Bronx

Saturday, February 1
9–11 a.m.
Bronx, NY

Wesleyan alumni will collaborate with Grassroots Grocery, a nonprofit that strives to build a network of neighbors helping neighbors. At this meetup, Wesleyan alumni will help pack and distribute fresh produce to community pantries and fridges in Harlem and the Bronx. This will be a Wesleyan Produce Party, with music and a great vibe as we prepare the weekly harvest. Wesleyan families and friends are all welcome, and if you have a car, please consider volunteering as a driver to help deliver fresh produce to where these communities need it most!

REGISTER FOR THE PRODUCE PARTY IN THE BRONX 

Wesleyan Social Meetup: NYC Pickleball Pros and Cons

Sunday, February 2
2–4 p.m.
New York, NY

This meet up is designed to unite high-level pickleball players (3.9 and up) who are as highly competitive on the court as they are in the boardroom. Bring your paddles, and your portfolios, and let's get professional in the kitchen. Wesleyan alumni and friends can join us at the Riverside Pickleball Courts in Manhattan on Sunday, February 2.

REGISTER FOR THE NYC PICKLEBALL PROS AND CONS

Wesleyan Social Meetup: NYC Champions of Equity and Clean Energy

Wednesday, February 5
6–8 p.m.
New York, NY

Join other Wesleyan alumni for a conversation to brainstorm ideas about connecting BIPOC young adults to careers.

REGISTER FOR THE NYC CHAMPIONS OF EQUITY AND CLEAN ENERGY

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Wesleyan Alumni for Climate Justice in Manhattan

Thursday, February 6
6–8 p.m.
New York, NY

Join us for a casual meetup for Wesleyan alumni who are passionate about environmental justice and climate action. This gathering is an opportunity to connect with fellow alumni, share ideas, network, and build community. Whether you're an advocate, creative, activist, work in sustainability, or simply are interested, come enjoy good conversation and drinks in NYC with Wes folks who care about making a positive impact on our planet and communities. We'll gather at NOTHING REALLY MATTERS, which is located in the subway.

REGISTER FOR WESLEYAN ALUMNI FOR CLIMATE JUSTICE

Wesleyan Social Meetup: Ulster Park New York Vision Boarding and Treats

Saturday, February 8
4–7 p.m.
Ulster Park, NY

Join fellow Wesleyan alumni for a crafting meetup! We will create collages in the form of vision boards together while hanging out and having some treats.

Note for attendees: Please bring magazines and other sources of materials to share for vision board!

REGISTER FOR ULSTER PARK NEW YORK VISION BOARDING AND TREATS