Whether you like travel, wine, sports, investing, or card games, The Columbia University Club of New York is the place to gather and explore your interests with other likeminded members. As a Special Interest Group at the Club, you’ll have access to complimentary meeting space, special rates on food and beverage, and exposure in our Club Notes to help grow your group. If you chose to be the group’s leader, you’ll have the freedom to shape its objectives and policies. The Program Office will be on hand to lend support and help you achieve your goals. Explore, learn, and have fun!
If you are interested in creating a group, email the Program Director at events@princetonclub.com
or call 212.596.1263 to get started.
The following special interest groups currently meet regularly:
Backgammon
Gather with members in a casual atmosphere for some exciting backgammon play. Contact Alan Grunwald, agwald@gmail.com or Rod Colvin, rod@pragmafs.com.
Book Club
The Book Club is run by Bob Green and Jill Hurwitz. Please note that authors will not be in attendance. Book Club meetings are followed by an optional dinner in the Tiger Bar & Grill.
The Book Club requests that attendees read the book scheduled for discussion prior to attending the meeting. Reservations must be made to the following e-mail address, jillpaula@aol.com, and walk-ins who have read the book will be admitted only if space permits.
Bridge Group
Join Club members and guests for an action-packed night of bridge play. Optional dinner after play is available. Contact Sandy Kazlow, 718.757.2198.
Green Design and Construction Networking Group
This group brings together developers, architects, builders, and consultants to share information. We will feature speaker panels, whose members include architects, engineers and contractors, to address important trends. Contact Marty Katz, 212.920.4555.
Investment Strategies Group
This group is for the discussion and exchange of ideas, experiences, perspectives, and strategies relating to all investments. Contact R. John Smith, rjohnsmith510@gmail.com.
Legal Professionals Group
The Legal Professionals Group provides opportunities for legal professionals and others with an interest in the legal industry to connect, exchange ideas, and explore business opportunities together. The group is managed by Zach Goldstein, Jay Rao, and Chris Colvin. Contact Jay Rao, jayrao_columbialaw@yahoo.com.
Poetry Club
Join fellow members to discuss and write poetry with a focus on the Japanese short poem tradition. No knowledge or experience is required. Contact Linda Calabro, edgaria3@live.com.
Seniors Meet for Lunch
Seniors meet for lunch on the first Wednesday of the month. You will find us at two long tables in the Bar & Grill. Reservations are not required, but please try to arrive by noon, and stay for two happy hours of relaxation and conversation.
Small Business Networking Group
This group brings together small business owners and those who serve them. We will feature a series of speakers who will provide financial, marketing, and management advice. Contact Marty Katz, 212.920.4555.
Theater Group
Join our Theater Group, and, throughout the year, you will be sent emails with deals on Broadway shows, paired with dinner at the Club. E-mail: events@princetonclub.com.
Women's Career Network The Women’s Career Network of The Club will provide a forum for female members to share career advice and industry experience. Contact Beverly Daniel, bdanielcareers@aol.com.
World Affairs Discussion Group
This group’s primary focus is the viewing of various global issues from a U.S. perspective. Contact Gerald Rabinowitz, geraldrabinowitz@yahoo.com.
