Calling all writers! ✍️ Your unique perspective on creativity and expanding horizons matters. Join our editorial team and become a writer for Akin!
We’re looking for volunteer writers to create articles, stories, and content that connects deeply with others. From creative guides to monthly musings, we are building a community of storytellers who want to make an impact.
What you’ll write:
🎨Creative guides that spark inspiration
💬 Monthly musings on topics that matter
Essays, articles, and interviews!
How to apply:
-Send a writing sample to [email protected]
-Your sample (article, essay, blog post - anything that highlights your voice!)
-A brief intro about you
-What topics excite you most lately
No prior experience required. Just a passion for creativity and a willingness to contribute. We can’t wait to hear from you!
Calling all community builders in NYC! We want to feature your 🧑🎨🎭🎨🖌️🎶🎤event! Fill out our form at discoverakin.com/submit (link is in bio) to be featured on our weekly carousels & monthly newsletter!
✨ Helping you find your joy in your city! Follow us to discover your next hobby, passion, and community. @discoverakin on Instagram!
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We have outdoor pop-up galleries, floral arranging, live music, and wellness as our central activities this week! 🎨💐🎶
Check out our community driven local platform on to grab your tickets with the link in bio 🔗 🎟️
Hope to see some of you there - creativity is the journey you continue to approach with curiosity and resilience!
#creativity #nycevents #thingstodo #popupgallery #floralarranging #creativecommunity #outdoorart
It’s climate week and we have a few events for you sourced by @climatecafe.eco - while you’re at it, check out @theplantladylibrarian and swap some house plants! 🪴💙
Let’s take care of this planet 🌎 and each other by making space for community and giving back the care it deserves. Swap clothing, shop sustainably, look at your local record fairs, and visit the local cultural fair in your neighborhood.
Check out all of the amazing wellness and mindful art events going on this week! Ticket links and prices are available on our website 🔗
#climateweek #community #nyc #plantswap #thingstodo #culture #care #artevents #workshops #recordshop #flea #sunnyside #roosevelt
This week in NYC: carve your story with lino cuts, hunt for treasures at Brooklyn’s finest flea, and spark new friendships over drinks!
✨ Your creative community is calling - which adventure speaks to you?
Comment with the one that you’re going to and tag your friends! As usual, check out our website (link in bio) for all things, creative and community 🫂
Get your tickets this week! 🎫
Do you know what time it is? 🥳⏰
It’s time for the weekly roundup of creative community-driven events in New York City!
If you’re looking for something to do this week or to meet someone to talk about your creative journey with, check out our website. Navigate to and find all of the tickets 🎟️ and prices 🔗(link in bio)
You can choose a couple of great events that we’ve curated for you this week. Make sure to tag us in any events that you attend!
#discoverakin #creativity #community #nyc #thingstodo #uniqueevents #gathering #communitybuilding #growth #casualcreative #events #friends #meetpeople
Another week, another opportunity to be creative! ✨
We encourage you to join a creative community driven event this week to feed your innate talent.
As always, check out our website (link in bio) for all ticket links and prices 🔗🎟️
#creative #nyc #pottery #discoverakin #community #shopsmall #supportlocal #creatives #crafts #networking #design #newyorkcity #events #flyers #thingstodo
It's weekly creative community events discovery time! 💫
Every week brings new opportunities to try something new and to make beautiful things with people.
Browse our website and find the one that speaks to your soul! Visit our website to start your journey today ➡️
#discoverakin #creativecommunity #nycevents #artworkshops #creativeclass #mindfulcreation #selfdiscovery #artisticjourney #creativewellness #communityart #nycartists #creativespace #community #opencall #pets #connection #planters #paint #collage #usagi #brooklyn #bookfair #manhattan #drawingroom #makersmarket #music
If you haven’t touched art supplies since you were seven, you’re exactly who @afterhoursclubnyc wants to see 🎨
We sat down with founder Riki to talk about building a judgment-free creative community in NYC where perfectionism doesn’t exist and the process matters more than the product.
Read the full interview on our blog (link in bio) ✨
#afterhoursclub #mindfulcreatives #NYCcommunity #arttherapy #CreativeNYC #discoverakin #creativity #community #creativejourney #CraftNight #CreativeNYC #akin #creativepursuits #hobbydiscovery #passionproject #adulthobbies #joyfuljourney #creativeeventsinnyc #eventsinnyc #whattodoinnyc #artclassesinnyc #artclassesforadults #thingstodonyc #findyourhobby #creativedirectory #adultclasses #adultclubs #adulthobbies #thirdplace
What’s on our creative radar this week? 🎨
From watercoloring workshops on a roof to embroidered beading classes, we have you covered!
🎟️ Check out our website (link in bio!) for all ticket links, text a friend, and go make some creative memories this week 🖼️
Your city has secrets. 📸
Think you know every corner of NYC? Our latest photography walk guide reveals the cobblestone alleys, hidden mews, and graffiti-covered passageways you walk past every day. These aren’t tourist traps—they’re the spots that make you stop and think “how have I never noticed this before?” Ready to see your city through fresh eyes? Link in bio for the full guide.
✨Helping you find your joy in your city! Follow us to discover your next hobby, passion, and community. @discoverakin on Instagram!
#NYCPhotography #HiddenNYC #PhotoWalk #NYCLocal #CreativeNYC #discoverakin #creativity #community #LocalArtists #CreativeNYC #akin #findingjoy #creativepursuits #hobbydiscovery #passionproject #adulthobbies #joyfuljourney #creativeeventsinnyc #eventsinnyc #whattodoinnyc #artclassesinnyc #artclassesforadults #thingstodonyc #findyourhobby #creativecommunity #creativedirectory
Step out of your comfort zone and try something new this week! Go outside on a group mindfulness walk, junk journal, and make bespoke mugs - all because you can ✨
#nyc #thingstodo #thisweek #creativity #mindfulness #pottery #music #activities #getoutside #discoverakin #journal #aquaponic #farm
