Autumn social season is here. Founding member applications are open across New York + New Jersey

New York + New Jersey

A social life that feels beautifully yours.

The Island Sisterhood brings women ages 20–40+ living in New York and New Jersey, including Long Island, NYC and surrounding areas, together through thoughtful gatherings, warm introductions and plans that become real memories.

Come as you are. Coming alone is completely normal here.
Come solo♡Meet your people♡Make real memories

Autumn at the Sisterhood

Sweater weather, softer plans and warmer tables.

This season is made for lingering conversations, trying something cozy and meeting someone new. Come exactly as you are, with a favorite sweater if the weather calls for it.

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Fresh air favorite

Orchard afternoons

Cider, casual layers and an easy reason to wander together.

Quiet and cozy

Café catchups

Warm drinks, small tables and conversation without pressure.

Girls' night in

Craft and comfort nights

Seasonal projects, shared snacks and a relaxed room to join.

Welcome to The Island Sisterhood

Connection, with intention.

Wherever you are in your journey, there is room for you here. You do not need a certain wardrobe, income, personality or lifestyle. We ask only for a genuine openness to friendship and respect for others.

Choose the gatherings that feel like you, arrive at your own pace and meet new women each time.

Read our story →

Our point of view

You should never have to perform to belong.

Come in jeans, a dress, sneakers or sweats. Come talkative, quiet, established or still figuring things out.

Find your vibe

Your kind of social life is welcome here.

Choose what sounds most like you. There is no wrong answer. Your mood can change whenever you do.

Women sharing books, coffee and easy conversation in a cozy neighborhood café
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This feels like you

Quiet & cozy

Soft plans, familiar faces and enough space to settle in at your own pace.

  • Small café meetups
  • Book and journal socials
  • Museum afternoons
Find plans with this vibe

A little something extra

The Sisterhood Edit

Your cozy corner for the daily mood, soft-life inspiration, member notes, music and girls night ideas.

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A welcoming host introducing women at a relaxed gathering

Coming alone?

Here is exactly what happens.

  1. 01
    Your host is expecting you.

    You will know who is welcoming the group and where to meet.

  2. 02
    You receive a real introduction.

    We help you enter a conversation instead of leaving you to hover.

  3. 03
    The activity gives you something to share.

    A clear plan makes talking feel more natural and less forced.

  4. 04
    You choose your own pace.

    Stay engaged without pressure to perform or be the loudest.

Pick your vibe

There is always something made for you.

Come to the events you genuinely enjoy, get comfortable at your own pace and meet someone new each time.

Friends sharing stories at a neighborhood cafe
Curated experience

Coffee & Brunch

Easy tables, neighborhood favorites and good conversation.

Women laughing together during a relaxed game night
Curated experience

Cozy Social Nights

Game nights, movies, comedy and relaxed nights in.

Women learning pottery together in a community studio
Curated experience

Creative Dates

Craft nights, cooking, pottery and trying something new.

How it works

Simple from the start.

1

Apply

Tell us a little about you and the kinds of plans you enjoy.

2

Get welcomed

Approved members receive community details and event invitations.

3

Show up

Choose your event, meet your host and enjoy the plan.

A note from the team

This community was created for the woman still looking for her people.

We created The Island Sisterhood because friendship deserves more than vague plans and crowded group chats. Our goal is to create thoughtful spaces where women can arrive alone, receive a genuine welcome and leave knowing someone new.

Whether you are new to the area, entering a different season of life or simply ready for more meaningful connection, there is room for you here.

With care, The Island Sisterhood team ♡Read our full story →
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Your next best friend might be at the next event.

Ready for a fuller social calendar and genuine new connections?