Since its inception in 2018, Summer Socials have provided opportunities throughout the summer months to build a community of faith within our congregation, welcome those who are new to the city and/or to church, and engage our city outside the walls of Central.
Summer Socials play a key role in advancing Central’s mission to build a strong community of faith in Jesus that enables people from diverse backgrounds to experience the transformative power of the gospel by providing opportunities to cultivate meaningful relationships. Welcoming believers and skeptics alike, these events run the gamut from park picnics to pizza making and provide an avenue to minister in an engaging way and to integrate new and existing people into the life of the church.
Summer Socials Schedule
Saturday, June 8 | Hangout at the Seaport
Join us Saturday, June 8 from 4-6 p.m. for a casual hangout at the seaport district including some ice cream from nearby shops. For more information and to RSVP, contact Parmida Schahhosseini at pscha@centralchurchnyc.org.
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Tuesday, June 18 | Pickleball at Central
Join us Tuesday, June 18 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in Central’s gym to play pickleball. Whether you’ve been playing for a while or are new to the sport, we encourage you to join us for an evening of fun. Light refreshments and beverages will be available. For more information and to RSVP, contact Rebecca Sliwak at rjsliwak@gmail.com.
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Saturday, June 22 | Central Park Picnic
On Saturday, June 22 from 12:45-3 p.m. we'll gather for a picnic in Sheep Meadow in Central Park. Bring your own drink and blanket and a dish or dessert to share with the group. We will meet under the tall trees next to the volleyball courts. For more information and to RSVP, contact Eunice Bae at yueunice721@gmail.com.
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Saturday, June 29 | Fourth Annual Harlem Hops
Join us at 3 p.m. on Saturday, June 29 for the Fourth Annual Harlem Hops Social, an afternoon of food and drink at a beer hall in Harlem. For more information and to RSVP, contact Sarah Howell at sarahva1600@gmail.com.
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Friday, July 12 | Meet and Greet—At Capacity
Join us for a meet and greet to kickoff the weekend on Friday, July 12 from 6-8 p.m. at the home of Quincy Mix. Beverages and light hors d’oeuvres will be served. For more information and to RSVP, contact Quincy Mix at mix.quincy@gmail.com. Capacity is limited, and the event is first come, first served, so RSVP soon!
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Friday, July 19 | Yankees Game—Sold out
Join us for a baseball game at Yankee Stadium on Friday, July 19 at 7 p.m. when the Yankees will play the Tampa Bay Rays! You can purchase $25 tickets here. Please note tickets are limited and are first come, first served. Questions? Email Parmida Schahhosseini at pscha@centralchurchnyc.org.
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Friday, August 2 | Bryant Park Picnic Performance
On Friday, August 2 from 7-8:30 p.m. we'll gather in Bryant Park for a live musical event featuring La Excelencia, an award-winning salsa dura band. Bring your own snacks and refreshment and join us for a musical evening. For more information and to RSVP, contact Emily Hawkins at ehawkins1933@gmail.com.
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Saturday, August 10 | Little Island Picnic
On Saturday, August 10 from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. we'll gather for a picnic on Little Island. Bring your own blanket, food, and drink. For more information and to RSVP, contact Parmida Schahhosseini at pscha@centralchurchnyc.org.
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Friday, August 23 | Ice Cream Social—At Capacity
On Friday, August 23 we'll gather at Jamie and Rob Knauss' terrace for an ice cream social from 7:30-9 p.m. For more information and to RSVP, contact Jamie Knauss at jbknauss4@gmail.com. Capacity is limited, and the event is first come, first served, so RSVP soon!
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Friday, August 30 | BBQ Night
Join us Friday, August 30 at 6 p.m. at Hephzibah House (W 75th St and Columbus Ave) for an evening of great BBQ and conversation. We will have food straight off the grill. Feel free to bring snacks to share with the group. For more information and to RSVP, contact Twaambo Moyo at tmoyo@centralchurchnyc.org.
