Langroops NYC 🗣Language Exchange - Picnic at Central Park!, Sat, Aug 19, 2023, 4:00 PM

✅RSVP on Meetup is required to join this event (+1's OK).

Join us for a unique language exchange experience at Central Park! Pack your late lunch or snacks to share and spend a delightful afternoon conversing in different languages with amazing individuals.

We will be located on the north side of sheep meadow, near the Le Pain Quotidien cafe. Our organizers will be present at the cafe periodically to guide any latecomers.

If you prefer not to sit on the ground, please bring something to sit on.

💌 Stay connected with us:

Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/langroopsnyc

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We also have an updates group on Whatsapp - please comment if you want to be added.

🤷‍♂️🌎Who should attend this meetup?

This event is perfect for language learners who want to practice speaking with native speakers and receive tips from fellow learners!

All languages and proficiency levels are welcome!

🤷‍♂️🗣How does it work?

When you arrive, look for an organizer who will assist you in creating a name tag and finding a seat :)

We will have multiple tables based on attendance, with each table focusing on English and another language.

Our popular tables include Spanish, Chinese, French, Japanese, German, Korean, and Russian.

We usually have tables for Italian and Portuguese, and occasionally for Hebrew and Arabic.

If you speak or are learning a language that is not mentioned above, we also have a "General/Mix table" where you can hopefully find people who share your interests.

Upon arrival, please inform the organizers of all the languages you speak/practice, so we can help you connect with the right individuals or set up a table for you.

Comment below with the languages you speak/practice to enhance your chances of finding practice partners at the event!

We encourage you to spend approximately half of your time practicing and the other half helping others ✌

🤷‍♂️📌Where is the event located?

We will be situated on the north side of sheep meadow, near the Le Pain Quotidien cafe. Our organizers will be present at the cafe periodically to guide any latecomers.

In the event of rain, the alternate location will be: 550 Madison Ave (a roofed atrium with seating).

Check out the Google map link: https://goo.gl/maps/5fUpYpUkh7SCm5kT6

*Any decision to change the event location will be made on the morning of the event.*

If you have any questions, please comment below!

💵 We suggest a contribution of $1 or more from all attendees (Cash or Venmo @langroops or pledge from this event page).

Your contributions enable us to continue organizing fun language learning events!

🥤We usually provide bottled water at the entrance (simply drop $1 in the box).

🚫We kindly request participants to refrain from discussing political and religious topics, as well as any form of solicitation during our events.

🙅‍♂️This is not a dating event, so please avoid any interaction that may make other attendees feel uncomfortable. If you encounter any inappropriate behavior, please approach one of the organizers so that we can address it.

📷*Occasionally, we take pictures at our events for memories and social media purposes. We will attempt to provide prior notification.

🌎If you are unable to attend this event, you can also explore our online events at www.langroops.com

🤷‍♂️Who are we?

Langroops is a network of volunteer-led language exchange communities that organize free weekly events for various languages. We prioritize creating a safe environment for genuine language learners to practice with native speakers.

FAQs:

❓Can I attend if I am a beginner/haven't started learning yet?

👉Language learners and enthusiasts of all levels are welcome! However, you will benefit the most from the event if you can speak at least a little in the language you are learning.

❓Can I arrive late?

👉Yes! You may join at any time after the event has commenced.

❓What time does the event end?

👉The official event hours are from 4-7 PM. Many participants tend to stay until 7-8 PM.

❓How frequently does this event occur?

👉Every weekend!

❓Am I allowed to switch between tables?

👉Certainly! If you are practicing multiple languages, feel free to move between tables as you desire. Just ensure that you dedicate some time to assisting others with your native language!

❓Where can I find the English table?

👉Every table is an English table! Simply go to the table with the sign for your native language or the general table, and meet English speakers learning your language to practice with.

❓Is there a table for X language?

👉All tables are based on attendance, and our popular tables are mentioned above. We strive to connect individuals with shared language interests at the event. We are happy to open a table for any language - simply comment below and arrive on time :)

We are always seeking new volunteers to join our team - feel free to approach one of the organizers at the event to learn more!