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SUMMARY:Civic Tech Summer Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Join BetaNYC as we show off the latest projects made by members of the BetaBuilders community! Whether you’re an expert in civic tech or new and curious\, you’re welcome to come see how technology can help us understand\, connect with\, and serve New York City and its people. \n\n\n\nIf you have a project you’d like to present (whether you made it professionally\, academically\, or in your own time)\, please fill out our quick application here! Submissions are due by August 3rd and will be reviewed on a rolling basis.  \n\n\n\nThis event is free and open to the public! But we would love your support so we can continue hosting events like these. Donate and become a BetaBuilder at beta.nyc/donate.  \n\n\n\nRun of show: \n\n\n\n\n5:45 pm: Doors open\n\n\n\n6:00 pm: Opening remarks by Beta NYC\n\n\n\n6:10 pm: Project showcase\n\n\n\n7:00 pm: Closing remarks and time to mingle 
URL:https://www.beta.nyc/event/e260820/
LOCATION:Brooklyn Public Library – Brooklyn Heights Branch\, 286 Cadman Plz W\, Brooklyn\, New York\, 11201\, United States
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SUMMARY:BetaBagels 016: Meet the OTI PIT Crew
DESCRIPTION:BetaBagels is BetaNYC’s morning breakfast series: coffee (provided by BetaNYC)\, bagels (BYOB – bring your own bagel!)\, and an informal morning with New York’s civic technology community. \n\n\n\nFor BetaBagels 016\, we’re joined by the NYC Office of Technology & Innovation’s (OTI) Public Interest Technology (PIT) Crew. Launched in July 2026\, the PIT Crew embeds in-house teams of product managers\, designers\, engineers\, user researchers\, and data experts alongside City agencies to build digital public services rather than rent them from vendors.  \n\n\n\nThe City is standing up five crews. The first is partnering with the Department of Consumer and Worker Protection on a “Click to Cancel” complaint portal that helps New Yorkers push back on companies that trap them in hard-to-cancel subscriptions. \n\n\n\nBetaBagels 016 is your chance to hear directly from the team about what the PIT Crew is\, what it’s building first\, and how New Yorkers and the civic tech community can plug in. \n\n\n\nCome for the coffee\, stay for a candid conversation about what public interest technology looks like in practice. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n 8:30 AM: Doors open\n\n\n\n9:00 AM: Kickoff\n\n\n\n9:10–10:00 AM: Program (presentation + Q&A)\n\n\n\n10:00–10:30 AM: Networking\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\n\nLuke Farrell is Deputy Commissioner at OTI and has spent his career building mission-driven tech teams across the government\, nonprofit\, and private sectors. Before joining City government\, he led teams at the White House’s United States Digital Service that mitigated nationwide supply chain shocks and kept millions of people enrolled in Medicaid and SNAP after the pandemic. He’s excited to be building the PIT Crew to raise New Yorkers’ expectations of what government can deliver. \n\n\n\nSukhi Gulati-Gilbert is Senior Product Manager at OTI and a technologist with a decade of experience building software meant to bring people empowerment and joy. She most recently spent a few years building an app to help people exercise their right to digital privacy. She’s thrilled to be serving New Yorkers as part of the PIT Crew. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nThis event is free\, but space is limited and registration is required. \n\n\n\nBetaNYC is a safer space. Harassment\, discrimination\, and exclusionary behavior are not tolerated. Protected categories include gender\, race\, disability\, sexual orientation\, religion\, and more. Violations can result in removal from the event and the BetaNYC network. If an incident occurs\, contact saferspaces@beta.nyc or find a BetaNYC staff member at the event. \n\n\n\n\nRegister for BetaBagels 016
URL:https://www.beta.nyc/event/e260812/
LOCATION:The David N. Dinkins Municipal Building\, 19th Floor | 1 Centre St\, New York\, NY 10007\, 1 Centre St\, New York\, New York\, 10007\, United States
CATEGORIES:BetaBagels
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SUMMARY:Discovering NYC Open Data: Online Session: August 2026
DESCRIPTION:Did you know there is free data about nearly every aspect of our city? Come learn how to use it with the NYC Open Data Ambassadors! Join us for an online workshop where you’ll learn the fundamentals of using NYC Open Data. \n\n\n\n** This training is FREE and OPEN to the public ** \n\n\n\nYou will gain an understanding of: \n\n\n\n\nWhat NYC Open Data is!\n\n\n\nHow to find specific datasets\n\n\n\nHow to filter a dataset\n\n\n\nHow to visualize data in charts and graphs\n\n\n\nTools and Applications of Open Data\n\n\n\nHow to stay involved\n\n\n\n\nWho should attend? \n\n\n\n\nAnyone! No experience necessary.\n\n\n\nEducators & Students\n\n\n\nLibrarians & Non-Profit Professionals\n\n\n\nLocal Organizers & Decision-Makers\n\n\n\nCity Planners and Mappers\n\n\n\n\nThe Open Data Ambassadors program is a collaboration between NYC Office of Technology and Innovation’s Open Data Team and BetaNYC. Visit nyc.gov/discoveropendata to learn more!
URL:https://www.beta.nyc/event/e260810/
LOCATION:Virtual\, New York City\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class or Training
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI 101) with Council District 10 & BetaNYC
DESCRIPTION:Join the Office of New York City Council Member Carmen De La Rosa and BetaNYC for a hands-on workshop designed to build confidence with today’s artificial intelligence (AI) tools. You will learn a practical understanding of today’s artificial intelligence tools. \n\n\n\nParticipants will learn how to: \n\n\n\n\nAsk questions and get useful results. \n\n\n\nSpot risks around privacy.\n\n\n\nEnsure that appropriate settings are in place to communicate securely. \n\n\n\nConfidently decide when AI is a helpful assistant.\n\n\n\n\nAdditionally\, we will highlight real-world civic AI tools that help you demystify New York City government operations. \n\n\n\nNo tech background is required! \n\n\n\nThe curriculum for this workshop was developed in partnership with the New York City Council’s Artificial Intelligence Community Engagement (AICE) Initiative\, AI for Nonprofits Sprint powered by the Fund for the City of New York\, and with content support from Data and Society’s AI Civics. \n\n\n\nBetaNYC is a safer space. Harassment\, discrimination\, and exclusionary behavior are not tolerated. Protected categories include gender\, race\, disability\, sexual orientation\, religion\, and more. Violations can result in removal from the event and the BetaNYC network. If an incident occurs\, contact saferspaces@beta.nyc or find a BetaNYC staff member at the event.
URL:https://www.beta.nyc/event/e260804/
LOCATION:Virtual\, New York City\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class or Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260729T120000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI 101) with Council District 23 & BetaNYC
DESCRIPTION:Join the Office of New York City Council Member Linda Lee and BetaNYC for a hands-on workshop designed to build confidence with today’s artificial intelligence (AI) tools. You will learn a practical understanding of today’s artificial intelligence tools. \n\n\n\nParticipants will learn how to: \n\n\n\n\nAsk questions and get useful results. \n\n\n\nSpot risks around privacy.\n\n\n\nEnsure that appropriate settings are in place to communicate securely. \n\n\n\nConfidently decide when AI is a helpful assistant.\n\n\n\n\nAdditionally\, we will highlight real-world civic AI tools that help you demystify New York City government operations. \n\n\n\nNo tech background is required! \n\n\n\nThe curriculum for this workshop was developed in partnership with the New York City Council’s Artificial Intelligence Community Engagement (AICE) Initiative\, AI for Nonprofits Sprint powered by the Fund for the City of New York\, and with content support from Data and Society’s AI Civics. \n\n\n\nBetaNYC is a safer space. Harassment\, discrimination\, and exclusionary behavior are not tolerated. Protected categories include gender\, race\, disability\, sexual orientation\, religion\, and more. Violations can result in removal from the event and the BetaNYC network. If an incident occurs\, contact saferspaces@beta.nyc or find a BetaNYC staff member at the event.
URL:https://www.beta.nyc/event/e260729/
LOCATION:Virtual\, New York City\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class or Training,Trainings,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T150000
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SUMMARY:Mapping for Equity: Data Entry Class with BetaNYC at Mosholu Library
DESCRIPTION:BetaNYC is excited to share a new way to map NYC’s public realm!  \n\n\n\nBetaNYC will present the Mapping for Equity project and how to create more equitable and accessible mapped spaces. We will show you how we’re mapping parks and public spaces into OpenStreetMap.  \n\n\n\nPlease bring your own laptop\, charger\, and mouse (having a mouse makes mapping on OpenStreetMap much much easier)!  \n\n\n\nThrough this activity\, we are making sure there’s equal representation in data while quantifying and mapping our public realm. Together\, we will digitally map community assets such as street lamps\, benches\, water fountains\, trash cans\, and picnic tables on OpenStreetMap. \n\n\n\nJoin us at Mosholu Library. More detailed pathfinding and directions will be shared with RSVP-ed attendees in the days leading up to this event.  \n\n\n\nThis event will be delivered in English and all ages are welcome to attend (provided that anyone under 18 years old is present with a parent or guardian). If you have any needs or accommodations\, please email events@beta.nyc. \n\n\n\nPlease RSVP by the end of the day on Wednesday\, July 22nd. \n\n\n\nAgenda \n\n\n\n\n3:00 PM: Arrival and check-in to the event\, mingling\n\n\n\n3:15 PM: BetaNYC Presentation\n\n\n\n3:30 PM: Break out into groups for data entry session\n\n\n\n4:45 PM: Debrief & close
URL:https://www.beta.nyc/event/e260723/
LOCATION:Mosholu Library\, 285 East 205th Street\, Bronx\, New York\, 10467\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T120000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI 101) with BetaNYC & Council District 2
DESCRIPTION:Join the Office of New York City Council Member Harvey Epstein and BetaNYC for a hands-on workshop designed to build confidence with today’s artificial intelligence (AI) tools. You will learn a practical understanding of today’s artificial intelligence tools.Participants will learn how to: \n\n\n\n\nAsk questions and get useful results. \n\n\n\nSpot risks around privacy.\n\n\n\nEnsure that appropriate settings are in place to communicate securely. \n\n\n\nConfidently decide when AI is a helpful assistant.\n\n\n\n\nAdditionally\, we will highlight real-world civic AI tools that help you demystify New York City government operations. \n\n\n\nNo tech background is required! \n\n\n\nThe curriculum for this workshop was developed in partnership with the New York City Council’s Artificial Intelligence Community Engagement (AICE) Initiative\, AI for Nonprofits Sprint powered by the Fund for the City of New York\, and with content support from Data and Society’s AI Civics. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBetaNYC is a safer space. Harassment\, discrimination\, and exclusionary behavior are not tolerated. Protected categories include gender\, race\, disability\, sexual orientation\, religion\, and more. Violations can result in removal from the event and the BetaNYC network.If an incident occurs\, contact saferspaces@beta.nyc or find a BetaNYC staff member at the event.
URL:https://www.beta.nyc/event/e260721/
LOCATION:Virtual\, New York City\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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UID:12613-1783936800-1783942200@www.beta.nyc
SUMMARY:Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI 101) with Council District 4 & BetaNYC
DESCRIPTION:Join the Office of New York City Council Member Virginia Maloney and BetaNYC for a hands-on workshop designed to build confidence with today’s artificial intelligence (AI) tools. You will learn a practical understanding of today’s artificial intelligence tools. \n\n\n\nParticipants will learn how to: \n\n\n\n\nAsk questions and get useful results. \n\n\n\nSpot risks around privacy.\n\n\n\nEnsure that appropriate settings are in place to communicate securely. \n\n\n\nConfidently decide when AI is a helpful assistant.\n\n\n\n\nAdditionally\, we will highlight real-world civic AI tools that help you demystify New York City government operations. \n\n\n\nNo tech background is required! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe curriculum for this workshop was developed in partnership with the New York City Council’s Artificial Intelligence Community Engagement (AICE) Initiative\, AI for Nonprofits Sprint powered by the Fund for the City of New York\, and with content support from Data and Society’s AI Civics. \n\n\n\nBetaNYC is a safer space. Harassment\, discrimination\, and exclusionary behavior are not tolerated. Protected categories include gender\, race\, disability\, sexual orientation\, religion\, and more. Violations can result in removal from the event and the BetaNYC network. If an incident occurs\, contact saferspaces@beta.nyc or find a BetaNYC staff member at the event.
URL:https://www.beta.nyc/event/e260713/
LOCATION:Virtual\, New York City\, NY\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260710T140000
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SUMMARY:Mapping for Equity: Mapping NYC's Public Amenities in NYC Council District 11 with BetaNYC
DESCRIPTION:Join the Office of Council Member Eric Dinowitz & BetaNYC to learn about a new way to map NYC’s public amenities! This in-person field-mapping event teaches the public how to collect geographical open data to create more accurately represented spaces. \n\n\n\nBetaNYC will present the Mapping for Equity project and how to create more equitable and accessible mapped spaces. We will show you how we’re mapping parks and public spaces into OpenStreetMap. \n\n\n\nThrough this activity\, we are making sure there’s equal representation in data while quantifying and mapping our public realm. Together\, we will site\, count\, and map community assets such as street lamps\, benches\, water fountains\, trash cans\, and picnic tables. \n\n\n\nThis event will be delivered in English and all ages are welcome to attend (provided that anyone under 18 years old is present with a parent or guardian). We will be moving about the city and on uneven terrain. Plan on wearing appropriate footwear and environmental attire. \n\n\n\nIf you have any needs or accommodations\, please email events@beta.nyc. \n\n\n\nAgenda \n\n\n\n\n2:00 PM: Arrival and check-in to the event\, mingling\n\n\n\n2:15 PM: BetaNYC remarks\n\n\n\n2:30 PM: Breakout into groups for Field Mapping\n\n\n\n3:30 PM: Groups start to walk back to the meeting point\n\n\n\n3:45 PM: Return to the meeting point\n\n\n\n4:00 PM: Close & clean up\n\n\n\n\nBetaNYC is a safer space. Harassment\, discrimination\, and exclusionary behavior are not tolerated. Protected categories include gender\, race\, disability\, sexual orientation\, religion\, and more. Violations can result in removal from the event and the BetaNYC network.If an incident occurs\, contact saferspaces@beta.nyc or find a BetaNYC staff member at the event.
URL:https://www.beta.nyc/event/e260710-m4e/
LOCATION:Mosholu Playground\, East Mosholu Parkway South &\, Bainbridge Ave\, The Bronx\, New York\, 10458
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SUMMARY:Discovering NYC Open Data: Online Session: July 2026
DESCRIPTION:Did you know there is free data about nearly every aspect of our city? Come learn how to use it with the NYC Open Data Ambassadors! Join us for an online workshop where you’ll learn the fundamentals of using NYC Open Data. \n\n\n\n** This training is FREE and OPEN to the public ** \n\n\n\nYou will gain an understanding of: \n\n\n\n\nWhat NYC Open Data is!\n\n\n\nHow to find specific datasets\n\n\n\nHow to filter a dataset\n\n\n\nHow to visualize data in charts and graphs\n\n\n\nTools and Applications of Open Data\n\n\n\nHow to stay involved\n\n\n\n\nWho should attend? \n\n\n\n\nAnyone! No experience necessary.\n\n\n\nEducators & Students\n\n\n\nLibrarians & Non-Profit Professionals\n\n\n\nLocal Organizers & Decision-Makers\n\n\n\nCity Planners and Mappers\n\n\n\n\nThe Open Data Ambassadors program is a collaboration between NYC Office of Technology and Innovation’s Open Data Team and BetaNYC. Visit nyc.gov/discoveropendata to learn more!
URL:https://www.beta.nyc/event/e260710/
LOCATION:Virtual\, New York City\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class or Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T200000
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SUMMARY:BetaBuilders: Pride Tech Night
DESCRIPTION:BetaNYC presents Pride Tech Night! \n\n\n\nOn Tuesday\, June 23 from 6 pm – 8 pm\, we’re gathering at Wilka’s\, a queer-owned sports bar\, to celebrate Pride Month and the queer tech and data community. \n\n\n\nJoin us for Pride-focused lightning talks and a special announcement. We’ve been cooking up something new: a community built for people at the forefront of public interest tech in NYC. Stay tuned for more details\, you won’t want to miss being in the room when we launch. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBecome a BetaBuilder and get Complimentary Tickets to Pride Tech Night!\n\n\n\nBetaBuilders are the New Yorkers who keep our work running month after month\, not just once a year. Civic infrastructure isn’t built and walked away from. It’s maintained: the weekly newsletter\, the open data classes\, the mapping events in all five boroughs\, the fellowship that trains the next generation. A monthly gift is how that maintenance gets funded. By contributing to BetaNYC and becoming a BetaBuilder\, you are building civic infrastructure. \n\n\n\nEvery monthly gift goes directly to the BetaNYC’s programs. Monthly is the default; you can switch to a one-time gift in the form. \n\n\n\nWhy monthly?\n\n\n\nBuilding never finishes; the newsletter goes out every week\, classes run all year\, and maps get made one borough at a time. A monthly gift is how the building keeps going\, without you having to think about it again. \n\n\n\nFreedom\, liberty\, and democracy are not given. They are built. You support our local democracy! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRun of Show \n\n\n\n\n6 PM Arrivals\n\n\n\n6:30 PM: Welcome\n\n\n\n6:45 PM: Lighting talks\n\n\n\n7:15 PM: Thanks and BetaBuilders launch\n\n\n\n7:20 PM: Mingle and Networking\n\n\n\n8:00 PM: Wrap Up
URL:https://www.beta.nyc/event/e260623/
LOCATION:Wilka’s\, 241 Bowery\, \,\, New York\, New York\, 10002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Engagement Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T133000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI 101) with Council District 17 & BetaNYC
DESCRIPTION:Join the Office of New York City Council Member Justin Sanchez and BetaNYC for a hands-on workshop designed to build confidence with today’s artificial intelligence (AI) tools. You will learn a practical understanding of today’s artificial intelligence tools. \n\n\n\nParticipants will learn how to: \n\n\n\n\nAsk questions and get useful results. \n\n\n\nSpot risks around privacy.\n\n\n\nEnsure that appropriate settings are in place to communicate securely. \n\n\n\nConfidently decide when AI is a helpful assistant.\n\n\n\n\nAdditionally\, we will highlight real-world civic AI tools that help you demystify New York City government operations. \n\n\n\nNo tech background is required! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe curriculum for this workshop was developed in partnership with the New York City Council’s Artificial Intelligence Community Engagement (AICE) Initiative\, AI for Nonprofits Sprint powered by the Fund for the City of New York\, and with content support from Data and Society’s AI Civics. \n\n\n\nBetaNYC is a safer space. Harassment\, discrimination\, and exclusionary behavior are not tolerated. Protected categories include gender\, race\, disability\, sexual orientation\, religion\, and more. Violations can result in removal from the event and the BetaNYC network. If an incident occurs\, contact saferspaces@beta.nyc or find a BetaNYC staff member at the event.
URL:https://www.beta.nyc/event/e260618/
LOCATION:Virtual\, New York City\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260612T170000
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CREATED:20260513T144834Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI 101) with The Manhattan Borough President's Office & BetaNYC
DESCRIPTION:Join the Office of Manhattan Borough President Brad Hoylman-Sigal & BetaNYC for a hands-on workshop designed to build confidence with today’s artificial intelligence (AI) tools. You will learn a practical understanding of today’s artificial intelligence tools. \n\n\n\nParticipants will learn how to: \n\n\n\n\nAsk questions and get useful results. \n\n\n\nSpot risks around privacy.\n\n\n\nEnsure that appropriate settings are in place to communicate securely. \n\n\n\nConfidently decide when AI is a helpful assistant.\n\n\n\n\nAdditionally\, we will highlight real-world civic AI tools that help you demystify New York City government operations. \n\n\n\nNo tech background is required! Laptop computers strongly encouraged; a limited number of provided devices are available upon request. Contact events@beta.nyc. \n\n\n\nThe curriculum for this workshop was developed in partnership with the New York City Council’s Artificial Intelligence Community Engagement (AICE) Initiative\, AI for Nonprofits Sprint powered by the Fund for the City of New York\, and with content support from Data and Society’s AI Civics. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBetaNYC is a safer space. Harassment\, discrimination\, and exclusionary behavior are not tolerated. Protected categories include gender\, race\, disability\, sexual orientation\, religion\, and more. Violations can result in removal from the event and the BetaNYC network.If an incident occurs\, contact saferspaces@beta.nyc or find a BetaNYC staff member at the event.
URL:https://www.beta.nyc/event/e260612/
LOCATION:Community Classrooms at Pier 57\, W 15th St West Side Highway\, Located inside Pier 57\, New York\, New York\, 10011\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class or Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T193000
DTSTAMP:20260422T141627Z
CREATED:20260128T202319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T141627Z
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SUMMARY:Discovering NYC Open Data: Online Session: June 2026
DESCRIPTION:Did you know there is free data about nearly every aspect of our city? Come learn how to use it with the NYC Open Data Ambassadors! Join us for an online workshop where you’ll learn the fundamentals of using NYC Open Data. \n\n\n\n** This training is FREE and OPEN to the public ** \n\n\n\nYou will gain an understanding of: \n\n\n\n\nWhat NYC Open Data is!\n\n\n\nHow to find specific datasets\n\n\n\nHow to filter a dataset\n\n\n\nHow to visualize data in charts and graphs\n\n\n\nTools and Applications of Open Data\n\n\n\nHow to stay involved\n\n\n\n\nWho should attend? \n\n\n\n\nAnyone! No experience necessary.\n\n\n\nEducators & Students\n\n\n\nLibrarians & Non-Profit Professionals\n\n\n\nLocal Organizers & Decision-Makers\n\n\n\nCity Planners and Mappers\n\n\n\n\nThe Open Data Ambassadors program is a collaboration between NYC Office of Technology and Innovation’s Open Data Team and BetaNYC. Visit nyc.gov/discoveropendata to learn more!
URL:https://www.beta.nyc/event/e260610/
LOCATION:Virtual\, New York City\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class or Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260610T170000
DTSTAMP:20260603T154850Z
CREATED:20260601T171116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T154850Z
UID:12480-1780992000-1781110800@www.beta.nyc
SUMMARY:DeveloperWeek New York 2026
DESCRIPTION:DevNetwork is hosting  and BetaNYC is a DevNetwork Community Partner in 2026. \n\n\n\nBetaNYC is excited to partner with DeveloperWeek NY (June 9-10). Join the fun and register for a FREE OPEN Pass\, using this unique link on this page. The #DeveloperWeek26 team has offered BetaNYC 50 free OPEN Passes for June 9-10\, as well as a 25% off code for PRO and PREMIUM Passes using this link. \n\n\n\nDeveloperWeek NY is one of the industry’s leading conferences focused on practical\, developer-first applications of artificial intelligence and machine learning. It brings together thousands of software engineers\, data scientists\, architects\, and tech leaders to explore how AI is being built and deployed in the real world. The event features tracks covering generative AI\, LLMs\, machine learning infrastructure\, AI engineering\, data pipelines\, and emerging tools shaping the future of development.
URL:https://www.beta.nyc/event/e260609-10/
LOCATION:TWA Hotel\, 1 Idlewild Dr\, Queens\, New York\, 11430\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T180000
DTSTAMP:20260601T164827Z
CREATED:20260601T164706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T164827Z
UID:12470-1780736400-1780768800@www.beta.nyc
SUMMARY:Code For Climate: Build with AI @ #NYTechWeek
DESCRIPTION:BetaNYC proud to partner with Mentor Me Collective for Code for Climate: Build with AI. \n\n\n\nIt’s a one-day Hackathon taking place on June 6 during NY TechWeek. Builders\, developers\, designers\, product thinkers\, founders\, and changemakers will come together to create technology solutions that support climate action and sustainability. Participants will collaborate in teams\, receive mentorship from industry leaders\, and build working prototypes that address real-world environmental needs. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re an experienced technologist or just getting started\, there’s a place for you at the table. \n\n\n\n🌎 Build for impact.🤝 Connect with mission-driven innovators.🚀 Turn ideas into action. \n\n\n\nTotally powered by Base44 and Givebutter
URL:https://www.beta.nyc/event/e260606/
LOCATION:DuMont Building\, 515 Madison Ave\, 10th Floor\, New York\, New York\, 10022\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260604T150000
DTSTAMP:20260519T171413Z
CREATED:20260519T171409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T171413Z
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SUMMARY:Chancellor's Day Workshop: Environmental Action in Our Classrooms
DESCRIPTION:Environmental Action in Our Classrooms is a day of teacher professional learning focused on local impacts of climate change through the lens of mental health\, environmental justice\, and civic action.  \n\n\n\nBetaNYC will be present with tabling materials and highlighting the organization’s work with Floodgen\, Urban Heat Portal\, and Mapping for Equity. \n\n\n\nThis event is currently SOLD OUT.
URL:https://www.beta.nyc/event/e260604/
LOCATION:American Museum of Natural History\, 200 Central Prk W\, New York\, NY 10024\, New York\, New York\, 10024\, United States
CATEGORIES:Non-BetaNYC Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260511T193000
DTSTAMP:20260422T141621Z
CREATED:20260128T201416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T141621Z
UID:11405-1778522400-1778527800@www.beta.nyc
SUMMARY:Discovering NYC Open Data: Online Session: May 2026
DESCRIPTION:Did you know there is free data about nearly every aspect of our city? Come learn how to use it with the NYC Open Data Ambassadors! Join us for an online workshop where you’ll learn the fundamentals of using NYC Open Data. \n\n\n\n** This training is FREE and OPEN to the public ** \n\n\n\nYou will gain an understanding of: \n\n\n\n\nWhat NYC Open Data is!\n\n\n\nHow to find specific datasets\n\n\n\nHow to filter a dataset\n\n\n\nHow to visualize data in charts and graphs\n\n\n\nTools and Applications of Open Data\n\n\n\nHow to stay involved\n\n\n\n\nWho should attend? \n\n\n\n\nAnyone! No experience necessary.\n\n\n\nEducators & Students\n\n\n\nLibrarians & Non-Profit Professionals\n\n\n\nLocal Organizers & Decision-Makers\n\n\n\nCity Planners and Mappers\n\n\n\n\nThe Open Data Ambassadors program is a collaboration between NYC Office of Technology and Innovation’s Open Data Team and BetaNYC. Visit nyc.gov/discoveropendata to learn more!
URL:https://www.beta.nyc/event/e260511/
LOCATION:Virtual\, New York City\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class or Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T150000
DTSTAMP:20260506T182623Z
CREATED:20260417T142624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T182623Z
UID:11935-1778247000-1778252400@www.beta.nyc
SUMMARY:BetaBagels 015: '25-'26 Civic Innovation Fellows' Showcase & Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us for BetaBagels 015: 2025-2026 Civic Innovation Fellows’ Showcase and Celebration. \n\n\n\nWe are thrilled to celebrate our thirteenth cohort\, Ayela Janjua and Jillian Melough\, as they complete their fellowship journey! This showcase is a chance to hear their reflections firsthand\, see the impact of their work\, and honor their growth as the next generation of public interest technologists. \n\n\n\nJoin us as we trace their journey from the College of Staten Island to organizing digital and data literacy events across New York City\, including our inaugural Mapping for Equity events on Staten Island. Learn how public interest technology has influenced their academic and professional growth\, and ask them about their aspirations and how they hope to carry this work into their future careers. \n\n\n\nCome for an afternoon of storytelling\, community\, and celebration! \n\n\n\nRun-of-Show: \n\n\n\n\n1:30 PM – Refreshments\n\n\n\n2:00 PM – Opening Remarks\n\n\n\n2:15 PM – Fellows’ Fireside Chat Conversation\n\n\n\n3:00 PM – Certification Ceremony\n\n\n\n3:15 PM – END\n\n\n\n\nIf you would like to attend\, please reach out to events@beta.nyc before Thursday\, May 7. \n\n\n\nAdditional path finding and building access details will be sent to registered guests. If you have any specific needs or accommodation requests\, please also reach out to us at events@beta.nyc. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Civic Innovation Fellows\n\n\n\nJillian Melough (she/her) is a student at the College of Staten Island majoring in Psychology. As a Civic Innovation Fellow\, Jillian is focused on building meaningful professional connections and expanding her skill set to better serve her community. She is driven by a desire to take on projects that uplift those around her and create a lasting impact\, regardless of scale. Outside of her civic work\, Jillian is a creative who loves to draw\, paint\, and listen to music. Looking toward the future\, she aspires to a career dedicated to helping others in every capacity possible. \n\n\n\nAyela Janjua (she/her) is a student at the College of Staten Island\, where she majors in Sociology with a concentrated focus on Criminology and Social Justice. As a Civic Innovation Fellow\, Ayela is eager to leverage technology as a tool for the public good\, contributing her skills to the ongoing betterment of New York City. Her academic background in social justice informs her approach to civic tech and community service. Outside of the fellowship\, Ayela is an avid baker and a proud pet owner to her cat.
URL:https://www.beta.nyc/event/betanyc-25-26-civic-innovation-fellows-celebration-showcase/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:BetaBagels,Cohort Showcase
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T153000
DTSTAMP:20260424T142452Z
CREATED:20260424T140428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T142452Z
UID:12056-1777644000-1777649400@www.beta.nyc
SUMMARY:CUSP Urban Data Science Awards & Keynote - Spring 2026
DESCRIPTION:About the Event:\n\n\n\nThe Center for Urban Science + Progress (CUSP) at New York University Tandon School of Engineering is excited to host the Urban Data Science Showcase\, which highlights the exceptional work of graduating students from the M.S. in Urban Data Science program and features an exciting keynote by Noel Hidalgo\, BetaNYC’s Executive Director. \n\n\n\nAll events will take place at 370 Jay St\, Brooklyn\, NY 11201. Please refer to the NYU Brooklyn campus map for directions. \n\n\n\nTickets and registration required. Please do so on the event website. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the CUSP Capstone:\n\n\n\n​The Capstone Project is a cornerstone of the M.S. in Urban Data Science program\, allowing students to apply advanced skills in AI\, machine learning\, and data science from their first year to address real-world urban challenges. Spanning the second-year required Urban Science Intensive I and II courses\, the Capstone Project enables students to collaborate directly with a sponsoring company\, government agency\, nonprofit\, or academic institution. This hands-on experience enhances both academic and professional development\, ensuring a smooth transition into a successful career after graduation. Since 2013\, CUSP has guided nearly 200 capstone projects\, collaborating with 29 government agencies\, 23 nonprofits and think tanks\, and 21 private companies worldwide. Explore the CUSP website to learn more about the capstone program and browse the capstone directory. \n\n\n\nSchedule:\n\n\n\n11:00 AM — Poster Showcase OpenLocation: 370 Jay St. Room 233 (Co-Lab)All guests are invited to enjoy refreshments and light bites while engaging with CUSP students in front of their poster displays. \n\n\n\n2:00 PM – 2:10 PM — Introductory RemarksLocation: 370 Jay St. Room 202Opening remarks from Dr. Anton Rozhkov\, Director of the M.S. in Urban Data Science Program at CUSP. \n\n\n\n2:10 – 3:00 PM — Keynote Speaker – Noel HidalgoNoel Hidalgo\, BetaNYC’s Executive Director\, will give us a historical view of civic hacking in New York City. He will take us back to pre-Columbian times and ground our work in data and information from a social history perspective. All things are interconnected\, and in this conversation\, we will get a brief view of how our work has the potential to transform the universe. \n\n\n\n3:00 PM – 3:30 PM — Presentation of Capstone AwardsCUSP Capstone Team and Dr. Anton Rozhkov will provide an overview of the 2025-2026 Capstone Projects and present awards to outstanding student teams. \n\n\n\n3:30 PM – 6:00 PM — Poster ShowcaseAll guests are invited to enjoy refreshments and light bites while engaging with CUSP students in front of their poster displays. A celebratory toast to the Class of 2026 students will take place at 5:00 PM.
URL:https://www.beta.nyc/event/cusp-urban-data-science-showcase-spring-2026/
LOCATION:NYU CUSP – 390 Jay St
CATEGORIES:Non-BetaNYC Event,Speaker Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260501T180000
DTSTAMP:20260424T142212Z
CREATED:20260410T133033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T142212Z
UID:11841-1777633200-1777658400@www.beta.nyc
SUMMARY:CUSP Urban Data Science Showcase Poster Show
DESCRIPTION:​The Center for Urban Science + Progress (CUSP) at New York University Tandon School of Engineering hosts the Urban Data Science Showcase\, highlighting the exceptional work of graduating students from the M.S. in Urban Data Science program and featuring BetaNYC’s Executive Director\, Noel Hidalgo\, as a Keynote Speaker \n\n\n\nAll events will take place at 370 Jay St\, Brooklyn\, NY 11201. Please refer to the NYU Brooklyn campus map for directions. \n\n\n\nSchedule \n\n\n\n​11:00 AM — Poster Showcase OpensLocation: 370 Jay St. Room 233 (Co-Lab)All guests are invited to enjoy refreshments and light bites while engaging with CUSP students in front of their poster displays.2:00 PM – 2:10 PM — Introductory RemarksLocation: 370 Jay St. Room 202Opening remarks from Dr. Anton Rozhkov\, Director of the M.S. in Urban Data Science Program at CUSP.2:10 – 3:00 PM — KeynoteLocation: 370 Jay St. Room 202Featuring Noel Hidalgo\, Executive Director at BetaNYC.3:00 PM – 3:30 PM — Presentation of Capstone AwardsCUSP Capstone Team and Dr. Anton Rozhkov will provide an overview of the 2025-2026 Capstone Projects and present awards to outstanding student teams.3:30 PM – 6:00 PM — Poster ShowcaseAll guests are invited to enjoy refreshments and light bites while engaging with CUSP students in front of their poster displays. A celebratory toast to the Class of 2026 students will take place at 5:00 PM.
URL:https://www.beta.nyc/event/e260501/
LOCATION:370 Jay Street\, 370 Jay St\, Brooklyn\, New York\, 11201\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T194648Z
CREATED:20260423T180600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T194648Z
UID:11973-1777550400-1777554000@www.beta.nyc
SUMMARY:What W.E.B. Du Bois Knew That AI Still Doesn’t: A Masterclass in Data Strategy and Ethics
DESCRIPTION:BetaNYC is a proud Community Partner for the first webinar in the “Reclaim the Algorithm” series\, a joint effort between Modular Feedback and NYU McSilver Institute for Poverty Policy Research\, to highlight social justice work in AI and data science. \n\n\n\nW.E.B. Du Bois practiced data science and data storytelling over a century ago in ways that still outclass much of what we see related to AI today.  \n\n\n\nThere’s a common assumption that newer technology means better outcomes. But the reality is more complex: the mathematical foundations behind today’s AI systems are often centuries old\, and the choices we make in applying them have profound implications for ethics\, equity\, and lived experience. \n\n\n\nIn our first Reclaim the Algorithm webinar\, inspired by Du Bois’s power as a data-driven storyteller and scientist\, we explore what modern leaders\, practitioners\, and researchers can learn from his approach: \n\n\n\n\nHow Du Bois used powerful\, visually striking data visualizations to influence public understanding\n\n\n\nWhat his statistical thinking reveals about gaps in today’s AI and healthcare modeling\n\n\n\nHow to apply ethical data practices and governance in today’s AI-driven world \n\n\n\n\nHear from data science and machine learning experts Allen Hillery\, Dr. Brandeis Marshall\, and Anthony Starks\, in a complex conversation directed by Dr. Kara Emery\, Director of Data Science at NYU McSilver’s AI Hub\, and Chris Hemphill\, Founder and Head of Data Science at Modular Feedback and NYU McSilver Fellow.  \n\n\n\nNote on Inclusion: Our events and initiatives are open to individuals of all backgrounds and identities. What W.E.B. Du Bois Knew That AI Still Doesn’t is intended for all individuals who work on or are interested in learning more about ethical data science and machine learning.  \n\n\n\nNote on Special Accommodations and Accessibility: It is our priority to make our events inclusive and accessible. Individuals requiring accommodations have the opportunity to make these known upon registering. You may also notify us of a request via email at mcsilver@nyu.edu at least 72 hours before the event.  \n\n\n\nAddressing Grievances: For information on our grievance and complaint procedures\, contact (212) 998-4300 or mcsilver@nyu.edu.
URL:https://www.beta.nyc/event/e260430/
LOCATION:Virtual\, New York City\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Non-BetaNYC Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260421T163000
DTSTAMP:20260325T200347Z
CREATED:20260325T200340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T200347Z
UID:11709-1776781800-1776789000@www.beta.nyc
SUMMARY:Mapping for Equity: Data Entry Class with BetaNYC at The College of Staten Island (CUNY)
DESCRIPTION:BetaNYC is excited to share a new way to map NYC’s public realm! \n\n\n\nBetaNYC will present the Mapping for Equity project and how to create more equitable and accessible mapped spaces. We will show you how we’re mapping parks and public spaces into OpenStreetMap. Please bring your own laptop\, charger\, and mouse (having a mouse makes mapping on OpenStreetMap much much easier)!  \n\n\n\nThrough this activity\, we are making sure there’s equal representation in data while quantifying and mapping our public realm. Together\, we will digitally map community assets such as street lamps\, benches\, water fountains\, trash cans\, and picnic tables on OpenStreetMap. \n\n\n\nJoin us at the College of Staten Island\, Building 4N\, Room 101 (please ignore the google maps description that this building is closed). More detailed pathfinding and directions will be shared with RSVP-ed attendees in the days leading up to this event. \n\n\n\nThis event will be delivered in English and all ages are welcome to attend (provided that anyone under 18 years old is present with a parent or guardian). If you have any needs or accommodations\, please email events@beta.nyc. \n\n\n\nPlease RSVP by the end of the day on Monday\, April 20th. \n\n\n\nAgenda \n\n\n\n\n2:30 PM: Arrival and check-in to the event\, mingling\n\n\n\n2:45 PM: BetaNYC Presentation\n\n\n\n3:00 PM: Break out into groups for data entry session with fellows\n\n\n\n4:15 PM: Debrief & close
URL:https://www.beta.nyc/event/e260421/
LOCATION:College of Staten Island\, Building 4N\, Room 101\, 2800 Victory Blvd\, Staten Island\, NY 10314\, College of Staten Island\, Building 4N\, Room 101\, 2800 Victory Blvd\, Staten Island\, New York\, 10314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class or Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T182706Z
CREATED:20260313T202126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T182706Z
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SUMMARY:Mapping for Equity: Mapping NYC's Public Amenities in NYC Council District 49 with BetaNYC
DESCRIPTION:Join BetaNYC to learn about a new way to map NYC’s public amenities! This in-person field-mapping event teaches the public how to collect geographical open data to create more accurately represented spaces. \n\n\n\nBetaNYC will present the Mapping for Equity project and how to create more equitable and accessible mapped spaces. We will show you how we’re mapping parks and public spaces into OpenStreetMap. \n\n\n\nThrough this activity\, we are making sure there’s equal representation in data while quantifying and mapping our public realm. Together\, we will site\, count\, and map community assets such as street lamps\, benches\, water fountains\, trash cans\, and picnic tables. \n\n\n\nThis event will be delivered in English and all ages are welcome to attend (provided that anyone under 18 years old is present with a parent or guardian). We will be moving about the city and on uneven terrain. Plan on wearing appropriate footwear and environmental attire. \n\n\n\nIf you have any needs or accommodations\, please email events@beta.nyc. \n\n\n\nPlease RSVP by the end of the day on Thursday\, April 9th. \n\n\n\nAgenda \n\n\n\n\n3:00 PM: Arrival and check-in to the event\, mingling\n\n\n\n3:15 PM: BetaNYC remarks\n\n\n\n3:30 PM: Breakout into groups for Field Mapping\n\n\n\n4:30 PM: Groups start to walk back to the meeting point\n\n\n\n4:45 PM: Return to the meeting point\n\n\n\n5:00 PM: Close & clean up
URL:https://www.beta.nyc/event/e260410-m4e/
LOCATION:Mahoney Playground\, 87 Crescent Avenue\, Staten Island\, New York\, 10301\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260410T133000
DTSTAMP:20260128T200825Z
CREATED:20260128T200414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T200825Z
UID:11402-1775822400-1775827800@www.beta.nyc
SUMMARY:Discovering NYC Open Data: Online Session: April 2026
DESCRIPTION:Did you know there is free data about nearly every aspect of our city? Come learn how to use it with the NYC Open Data Ambassadors! Join us for an online workshop where you’ll learn the fundamentals of using NYC Open Data. \n\n\n\n** This training is FREE and OPEN to the public ** \n\n\n\nYou will gain an understanding of: \n\n\n\n\nWhat NYC Open Data is!\n\n\n\nHow to find specific datasets\n\n\n\nHow to filter a dataset\n\n\n\nHow to visualize data in charts and graphs\n\n\n\nTools and Applications of Open Data\n\n\n\nHow to stay involved\n\n\n\n\nWho should attend? \n\n\n\n\nAnyone! No experience necessary.\n\n\n\nEducators & Students\n\n\n\nLibrarians & Non-Profit Professionals\n\n\n\nLocal Organizers & Decision-Makers\n\n\n\nCity Planners and Mappers\n\n\n\n\nThe Open Data Ambassadors program is a collaboration between NYC Office of Technology and Innovation’s Open Data Team and BetaNYC. Visit nyc.gov/discoveropendata to learn more!
URL:https://www.beta.nyc/event/e260410/
LOCATION:Virtual\, New York City\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Class or Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260329T173000
DTSTAMP:20260311T154949Z
CREATED:20260309T214508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T154949Z
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SUMMARY:Data Through Design: Echo(logies) Artist Panel
DESCRIPTION: Join us for a panel related to Echo(logies)\, the 2026 exhibition of Data Through Design\, the annual data art exhibition featuring works that creatively analyze\, interpret\, and interrogate data made available in NYC’s Open Data Portal. This exhibition is presented by DxD in partnership with BRIC and is on display at BRIC House from March 21 through April 5\, 2025. \n\n\n\nBetaNYC will be organizing a group train ride from UnSchool of Data in Long Island City to BRIC in Downtown Brooklyn
URL:https://www.beta.nyc/event/bric-and-data-through-design-present-echologies-panel/
LOCATION:BRIC Arts Media\, 647 Fulton St\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11217\, United States
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SUMMARY:UnSchool of Data
DESCRIPTION:UnSchool of Data is an open space unconference for networking\, co-creating\, and learning. It brings together city residents\, technologists\, civic leaders\, students\, advocates\, policy nerds\, government staff\, elected officials\, journalists\, designers\, and more to leverage open data to tackle some of the most pressing issues in NYC and beyond. \n\n\n\nIt’s a community driven day for turning open data into civic solutions. \n\n\n\nUnSchool of Data has these Underlying Goals: \n\n\n\n\nFoster formal and informal communities of practice and action.\n\n\n\nConvene community members to share civic insights and ideas.\n\n\n\nCreate processes/projects that people will use for further action.
URL:https://www.beta.nyc/event/unschool-of-data/
LOCATION:CUNY School of Law\, 2 Ct Square W\, Long Island City\, NY\, 11101\, United States
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SUMMARY:NYC School of Data 2026
DESCRIPTION:BetaNYC’s annual community conference invites New Yorkers to engage with the City’s technology\, data\, and design communities during Open Data Week. \n\n\n\nNYC School of Data is a community conference that brings together the City’s technology\, data\, and design communities during Open Data Week. It is organized by BetaNYC\, with programming support from the NYC Office of Technology and Innovation. Learn more about NYC Open Data Week at opendataweek.nyc. \n\n\n\nFrom 250+ community-suggested sessions\, we are organizing a day thought-provoking panels\, workshops\, and sessions to cover various topics: digital and data literacy\, privacy\, smart cities\, open government\, service design\, civic engagement\, and open data. \n\n\n\nCome learn and contribute to the next decade of technology\, data\, and policy — by us\, for us!
URL:https://www.beta.nyc/event/e03282026/
LOCATION:CUNY School of Law\, 2 Ct Square W\, Long Island City\, NY\, 11101\, United States
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SUMMARY:Open Data Week 2026
DESCRIPTION:Open Data Week is an annual festival of community-driven events organized and produced by the NYC Open Data Team at the Office of Technology and Innovation (OTI)\, BetaNYC\, and Data Through Design. \n\n\n\nEvery March\, New Yorkers come together online and across the five boroughs to celebrate public data in New York City and mark the anniversary of the City’s first open data law\, which was signed on March 7\, 2012. Coincidentally\, the first weekend of March is also International Open Data Day. Throughout Open Data Week\, we rally NYC’s civic tech and open data communities and offer opportunities for more people to learn about and engage with municipal public data. \n\n\n\nThe 2026 Festival kicks off at the opening of Data Through Design‘s annual art exhibition at BRIC. Throughout the week\, participants can engage with NYC Open Data at dozens of virtual and in-person events. We’ll close out the week with BetaNYC’s annual civic tech conference\, NYC School of Data\, taking place at CUNY School of Law in Long Island City. \n\n\n\nLooking for past events and recordings? Find them here. \n\n\n\nStay in Touch! Sign up to receive festival announcements.
URL:https://www.beta.nyc/event/open-data-week-2026/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Open Data Week
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SUMMARY:Data Through Design Opening Reception: Echo(logies)
DESCRIPTION: Data Through Design is pleased to announce the opening of Echo(logies)\, a public exhibition of ten data-driven\, interdisciplinary art projects presented in partnership with BRIC. \n\n\n\nWe invite you to join us for the opening reception on Saturday\, March 21 from 6:00-8:30PM. \n\n\n\nAbout the Exhibition:\n\n\n\nEcho(logies) is the 2026 exhibition of Data Through Design\, an annual data art exhibition featuring works that creatively analyze\, interpret\, and interrogate data made available in NYC’s Open Data Portal. This exhibition is presented by DxD in partnership with  and is on display at BRIC House from March 21 through April 5\, 2026. \n\n\n\nThe projects in DxD 2026 work with the bodies of knowledge\, or “-logies”\, that reverberate through New York City’s data. They explore ecosystems and cycles of life expressed in data; the rhythms of growth\, decay\, renewal\, and transformation as they “echo” through data\, and the interplay between human and non-human worlds. \n\n\n\nThis year’s theme engages with questions such as: How can the city\, and data itself\, be understood as ecological and cyclical? How might data be materialized\, embodied\, or inscribed by natural processes? What accumulates\, erodes\, regenerates\, lingers as traces\, or resonates as echoes? \n\n\n\nThe work in this exhibition makes data felt\, witnessed\, or transformed—through physicalization\, interaction\, or by exposing how nature itself records and inscribes change. The art works engage with living systems\, natural or urban ecologies\, or information ecosystems\, and examine materiality and craft\, murmurations and flows\, entropy and genesis\, and the sublime scale of ecological change. \n\n\n\nDxD 2026 Artists + Projects:\n\n\n\nTrpti Sanghvi\, Turnstile MurmurationsHaoChe Hung + Tianxing (Vincent) Zhu\, Waste Rhythms: Living Records of NYC CommunitiesBecca Ellsworth + Becca Odell\, Desire PathsCharlotte Gartenberg + Ivan Himanen\, Linger LoiterKarissa Whiting + Elizabeth Costa\, The Oracle of GothamCraig Fahner + al haley\, Wild LotsMark Heller + Mariel Collard Arias\, Landscape WorkshopJingrong Zhang\, Metropolitan CuneiformIan Callender + Karla Rothstein\, HartLineElina Oikonomaki + Lukas Lesina Debiasi\, Urban Data Orchestra: Composing the Hidden Rhythms of the City \n\n\n\nEcho(logies) is organized and curated by the Data Through Design : Julia Bloom\, Tereza Chanaki\, Rachel Daniell\, Jack Darcey\, Sara Eichner\, Justin Roberts\, and Can Sucuoğlu.
URL:https://www.beta.nyc/event/e032126/
LOCATION:BRIC Arts Media\, 647 Fulton St\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11217\, United States
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