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2025 Smith College Club of New York City’s Annual Membership Party
Join us for our annual membership party as we kick-off our exciting events calendar for FY 2025!
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The 2024 SCC NYC Annual Scholarship Benefit
A cherished annual event, sponsored by the Smith College Club of NYC, the Annual Benefit is our way of giving back to the college. Ruth Simmons, President Emerita of Smith College, was this year's keynote honoree. See how we did!
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MEATPACKING WALKING TOUR
NYC Club members explored the Historic Meatpacking District with Jacquie Ottman, Smith ‘77 and a fifth generation member of the family behind one of New York City's most storied meat purveyors.
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CONNECT EVENT: A MUSICAL CARNIVAL!
Ocean Music Foundation presented a delightful Musical Carnival concert and bid farewell to the 2023-24 season!
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Connect Event: ELIM CHAN ’09 CONDUCTS THE NEW YORK PHILHARMONIC
Elim Chan's ('09) thrilling debut performance conducting the New York Philharmonic was welll attended by NYC alums !
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“We Tried to Warn You! Environmental Crisis Posters, 1970–2020”
Join us for an SCC NYC members-only private tour of “We Tried to Warn You! Environmental Crisis Posters, 1970–2020” at Poster House, to be led by Angelina Lippert '07, Chief Curator & Director of Content.
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"A DARK, A LIGHT, A BRIGHT: THE DESIGNS OF DOROTHY LIEBES"
Join us for a members only private tour of "A DARK, A LIGHT, A BRIGHT: THE DESIGNS OF DOROTHY LIEBES" at the Cooper-Hewitt, to be led by Co-curators Susan Brown and Alexa Griffith Winton '90.
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Smith Art Lovers Meet-Up
The October 21 Art lovers meetup at The National Arts Club exhibit: In a New Light: American Impressionism 1870–1940 was a fun chance to connect with other Smithies. Check out some of the photos.
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MOUNTAIN DAY 2023 IN NYC!
Wherever you are - whatever your view - we hope this day, this tradition, reminds you of the deep bonds that connect you to this remarkable college and to other Smithies around the world." Smith College website: insert
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It's time for our Annual Spring Tea!
On Sunday, June 4th, the Smith College Club of NYC held its annual tradition of afternoon tea at The King’s Carriage House.
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Connect Event: Films on the Green
On Friday, June 2nd, Smithies gathered for the opening night of Films on the Green as The Albertine screened the enchanting French musical, The Young Girls of Rochefort.
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Neighborhood Meet-Up: Inwood
On May 7th, Smithies gathered for brunch in Inwood as part of our neighborhood meet-up series! Watch for details on our next meet-up location.
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SCCNYC Running Club
The Smith College Club of NYC Running Club got together again on May 6th for another "Run for Fun". Check back for details on our next run.
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Neighborhood Meet-Up: Upper East Side
On May 4th, our neighborhood meet-up series returned to a very popular UES location! Watch for details on our next meet-up location.
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A Ramadan Potluck - Breaking the Fast
On Wednesday, April 19th Smithies gathered to break the fast and celebrate Ramadan with our first-ever SCCNYC Iftar! The gathering included a Ramadan potluck and a discussion on the spiritual significance of Ramadan by Club President, Zaineb Hamdan.
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Neighborhood Meet-Up: Upper West Side
Our Neighborhood Meet-Up series continued on Thursday, April 13, as Smithies gathered in Upper West Side at Tarallucci E Vino, a lively all-day Italian bistro & wine bar that brings the ease and casual elegance of Italy’s bars and “caffés” to New Y
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Virtual Faculty Speaker Event April 1st - hosted by Smith College
On April 1st, Smith College hosted a Virtual Faculty Speaker event featuring Professor Alice Hearst, Professor of Government at Smith College.
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Connect Event: DIVA Jazz Orchestra
On March 30th, Smithies gathered at Lincoln Center’s Frederick P. Rose Hall for DIVA Jazz Orchestra, an all-female multigenerational outfit that has garnered accolades from all over the world.
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Developing Your Writing Style
On Thursday, March 23rd, Board Director, Laurah Winder hosted an inspiring virtual workshop for those who have always wanted to write but didn’t know where to begin.
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Connect Event: Maya Lin – Reconnecting to the Natural World at Trinity Church Wall Street
On March 19th, Smithies gathered as part of our Connect Event series at Trinity Church Wall Street for Trinity Talks: Art as a Medium for Change, featuring Maya Lin. Watch for more Connect Events to be announced.
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SCCNYC Running Club
On March 4th, the Smith College Club of NYC kicked off the first meeting of the Running Club. Join us for our next run on Saturday, April 8.
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Connect Event: The Explorers Club New York WILD™ Film Festival
Smithies gathered at The Explorers Club for 9th annual New York WILD Film Festival as part of our Connect Event series. Watch for more SCCNYC Connect Events to be announced.
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Connect Event: Don Juan at the FIAF CINÉSALON
On February 28th, Smithies gathered as part of our Connect Event series at the FIAF CINÉSALON for the NY Premiere of Don Juan. Watch for more Connect Events to be announced.
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Connect Event: The Blues and Its People at the Apollo Theater
On February 18th, Smithies enjoyed a special celebration of the 60th Anniversary of Baraka’s revolutionary text and the enduring legacy of Black music as only the Apollo could tell it. Watch for more SCCNYC Connect Events to be announced.
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Connect Event: Ellyn Weiss Rage Births Riot Exhibition at A.I.R. Gallery
On February 11th, Smithies gathered at A.I.R. Gallery for the opening reception of Rage Births Riot, a solo exhibition by National Member Ellyn Weiss. The exhibit, which runs until March 5, 2023, features paintings in dye, ink, and spray enamel on raw can
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The Eveillard Gift at The Frick
On Monday, January 30, 2023, Smith College Club of NYC members enjoyed a guided visit of the Eveillard Exhibition at The Frick which included twenty-six works (eighteen drawings, five pastels, two prints, and one oil sketch).
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Artist Reception with Carlyle Upson (Chaudruc ‘92) at Ceres Gallery
On Thursday, January 26, 2023, Smithies joined fellow Smith College grad Carlyle Upson (Chaudruc ‘92) for an artist reception at Ceres Gallery showcasing her exhibition entitled 'Limulus' - bright watercolor paintings exploring her participation in a ci
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Neighborhood Meet-Up: Brooklyn
Our neighborhood meet-up series continued with our fourth meet-up at Little Cupcake Bakeshop in Brooklyn on Saturday, December 17, 2022.
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Smith College Club of NYC Annual Holiday Party
Members of the Smith College Club of NYC enjoyed a fun evening full of holiday cheer as they gathered at The Penn Club of New York City for the Annual Holiday Party on Wednesday, December 14, 2022.
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Neighborhood Meet-Up: Union Square
Our neighborhood meet-up series continued with our third meet-up at NewsBar Cafe, American Cafe on University Place, on Saturday, December 10, 2022.
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Neighborhood Meet-Up: Upper West Side
On Saturday, November 19, 2022, Smithies were transported to the Provencal region of France as they gathered at Nice Matin, an Upper West Side Brasserie with a Provençal-inspired menu. This was the second in our series of neighborhood meet-ups.
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Celebrating Julia Child Day at Smith College!
Julia Child Day at Smith College was celebrated on Thursday, November 17th. This annual event, when Smith celebrates the passion of alumna Julia Child, class of 1934, has become a favorite among students.
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Neighborhood Meet-Up: Upper East Side
Smithies looking for camaraderie were transported to a Tuscan hilltop as they gathered at Poppi, a new Italian cafe the size of a postage stamp. This Upper East Side venue was the first in our new series of neighborhood meet-ups.
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The Kite Runner - Meet the Producer
On October 29th, fellow Smithies gathered to watch THE KITE RUNNER on Broadway. One of the best-loved and most highly acclaimed novels of our time, THE KITE RUNNER is a powerful play of friendship that follows one man’s journey to confront his past and
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How to Replace Impostor Syndrome with Confidence
On October 6th, Smithies engaged in - How to Replace Impostor Syndrome with Confidence - an open group coaching session geared to support Smithies who want to grow their confidence and accelerate their career advancement presented by Executive Coach and f
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Quarterly Newsletter - September 2022
The latest SCCNYC newsletter is now available online, featuring a message from our President, Zaineb Hamdan, and recent SCCNYC events.
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MOUNTAIN DAY IN NYC!
On September 28, 2022, Smith alumnae connected to celebrate Mountain Day in New York! A Smith tradition since 1877, Mountain Day is a surprise break from classes on a beautiful fall day chosen by the president, who announces the holiday by ringing the col
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2022 Annual Membership Party at DC Moore Gallery
Smith College Club of New York City held its Annual Membership Party at the DC Moore Gallery on Wednesday, September 14, 2022. Thank you to Gallerist Bridget Moore ’79 for hosting and to all those who came to mingle with fellow Smithies and view the T