Social programming, professional networking, and lifelong connections for Vassar College graduates living and working in New York City
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All Vassar grads in the New York City area are members of VCNY! No registration, no fees. You’re welcome to stop by a Schmooze, sign up for an event, and connect with the Vassar community in the greatest city in the world.
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Have an idea for an event? Join our programming team! There are also volunteer opportunities to support Communications, Young Alums, and Admissions. Interested? Get in touch!
Upcoming Events
New Year’s Schmooze at Fifth Hammer Brewing Co.
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Fifth Hammer Brewing Company, 10-28 46th Avenue, Long Island City, NY
News
January 14, 2026
Our next Author Talk welcomes former English professor Thomas Mallon! He’ll be discussing his latest book, “The Very Heart of It: New York Diaries, 1983-1994”. These very personal journals contain many glimpses of his years at Vassar. Lynn Janovsky ’86 will lead the discussion.
Tuesday, February 10th, 6:30pm–8:30pm
Hybrid: Teams and Sony Music, 25 Madison Ave.
January 6, 2026
Happy 2026! Our first Schmooze of the new year brings us to Fifth Hammer Brewing in Long Island City for a casual get-together with your fellow Brewers.
Fifth Hammer offers a wide variety of IPAs, sours, wheats, stouts, and more, alongside guest wines and ciders and non-alcoholic options. Thursdays often feature delicious food trucks/pop-ups, and outside food is welcome.
Thursday, January 22nd, 5:30pm–8:30pm
10-28 46th Ave, LIC
December 20, 2025
Ring in 2026 with us at Fifth Hammer Brewing! Our first Schmooze of the new year brings us to Long Island City for a casual get-together with your fellow Brewers.
Fifth Hammer offers a wide variety of IPAs, sours, wheats, stouts, and more, alongside guest wines and ciders and non-alcoholic options. Thursdays often feature delicious food trucks/pop-ups, and outside food is welcome.
Thursday, January 22nd, 5:30pm–8:30pm
10-28 46th Ave, LIC