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
December 14, 2025
On Wednesday, our panelists will share how they’re shaping politics and public service: connect.vassar.edu/VCNY_DrivingChange
On January 22nd, ring in the new year with a Schmooze at Fifth Hammer Brewing: connect.vassar.edu/VCNY_FifthHammer
And on February 10th, former professor Thomas Mallon will discuss his latest book: connect.vassar.edu/VCNY_ThomasMallon
December 11, 2025
Thank you to everyone who attended this year’s Fall Fête and made it such a success! Angelic cocktails and Vassar Devils, heavenly fortunes and tempting raffles, and of course late-night karaoke. 140 Brewers from across our New York community discovered their inner angels and devils and made it the best Fête yet. Stick those photo booth printouts on your fridge!
Photography by Carson Packer – [email protected], 732-687-0672
December 6, 2025
Join us for a candid conversation with graduates shaping politics and public service at every level. From grassroots organizing and advocacy to government service and electoral campaigns, our panelists will share stories, lessons learned, and insights into how change really happens — in service and in action.
Wednesday, December 17th, 7pm–8:30pm
Zoom (Link emailed to registrants)
November 30, 2025
On Wednesday, join us for a performance of The Surgeon and Her Daughters and talkback: connect.vassar.edu/VCNY_PlayTalkback
And on December 17th, our panelists will share how they’re shaping politics and public service: connect.vassar.edu/VCNY_DrivingChange
November 23, 2025
Join us for a performance of ‘The Surgeon and Her Daughters’ by Chris Gabo, a 21st-century Les Misérables set in the shadows of the American Dream, produced by Heather Cohn ’03! The performance will be followed by a 20-minute Q&A with the cast and crew.
A limited number of discounted seats are available to VCNY for $30 each. See the registration page for details and to purchase tickets.
Wednesday, December 3rd, 7pm–9:30pm
Theatre 154, 154 Christopher St
November 20, 2025
The Fall Fête is finally here! Tonight, step into a world where halos meet horns and join us for an evening of entertainment and conversation at the Lotos Club. Afterward, the party continues downtown with karaoke at Planet Rose.
Thursday, November 20th, 7pm–10pm
The Lotos Club, 5 East 66th St
November 18, 2025
Join us in extending a special welcome to Vassar professors attending Thursday’s Fall Fête!
Thursday, November 20th, 7pm–10pm
The Lotos Club, 5 East 66th St