YOU NEVER KNOW: A Curated Dating Evening for Singles (30's - 40's)
You never know who you're going to meet when the right people end up in the same room.
You Never Know is a curated dating event for singles in their 30s to mid 40s who genuinely desire partnership. Each guest list is intentionally curated to bring the right mix of people together and make it easier to actually meet each other.
This isn't traditional speed dating or a room full of strangers left to figure it out on their own. I curate each guest list and create intentional ways to meet throughout the night, with plenty of space to mingle, follow your own curiosity, and see who catches your attention.
The night begins with mingling, followed by a few short, timed one on one dating rounds so you have the chance to meet several people in the room. Then the evening opens up for drinks, socializing, and spending more time with whoever you're drawn to.
At the end of the night, you'll privately let me know who you'd like to see again or who you'd genuinely like to stay connected with as a friend. If the feeling is mutual, I'll connect you.
Because sometimes you just need to be in the right room because you never know who you might meet.
This event is capped at 20 people.
HOW IT WORKS
01 APPLY
Start with a short application so I can get a sense of who you are, what you're looking for, and who you're hoping to meet.
02 GET INVITED
You'll hear from me within 1 to 3 days of applying. If invited, you'll have 48 hours to purchase your ticket and confirm your spot. After 48 hours, your spot may be offered to someone else.
03 MEET
The night starts with a few short, timed one on one dating rounds so you actually get the chance to meet people in the room. Then the structure comes off and the rest of the night is yours to mingle, grab a drink, and talk to whoever catches your attention.
04 SEE WHAT HAPPENS
After the event, you'll get a text with a private link to choose Date, Friend, or Pass for the people you met. Your choices stay private. If the feeling is mutual, I'll connect you.
No awkward reveals. You'll only hear about a connection when it's mutual.
MEET YOUR HOST & FACILITATOR
I'm Veronica Kaulinis, a New York City matchmaker and founder of Vulnerable AF™, a global workshop series centered around deeper human connection.
For the past seven years, I've brought hundreds of people together through workshops, events, communities, and conversations about dating, relationships, intimacy, and connection.
I've always had an instinct for remembering the person in one corner of my world who needs to meet someone in another. You Never Know grew out of that instinct: bringing the right mix of people into the same room and seeing what happens when they actually get the chance to meet.
FAQs
HOW DOES THE APPLICATION PROCESS WORK?
Start by submitting a short application so I can learn a little about you, what you're looking for, and who you're hoping to meet.
Each guest list is curated individually based on the people who apply and the overall dating pool for that particular night.
DOES EVERYONE WHO APPLIES GET INVITED?
No. Applying does not guarantee an invitation.
The goal is to create a room where everyone has real possibilities for connection, so invitations are based on the overall mix of the group, including age ranges, dating preferences, and who each person is hoping to meet.
Not receiving an invitation to this event doesn't mean you won't be a fit for a future one. Every guest list will be different.
WHO IS THIS EVENT FOR?
This first edition of You Never Know is designed for singles in their 30s to mid 40s who are dating with the genuine desire for partnership.
You don't need to have your entire life figured out. You do need to be open to meeting people, participating, and interested in building a relationship if you meet the right person.
WHAT HAPPENS IF I'M INVITED?
You'll receive an invitation with a private link to purchase your ticket and confirm your spot.
Space is limited, and your spot isn't confirmed until your ticket has been purchased.
IS THIS SPEED DATING?
Not exactly.
Not exactly. There are a few short, timed one on one dating rounds so you have a chance to meet several people in the room, followed by plenty of unstructured time to talk to whoever catches your attention.
HOW DOES MATCHING WORK?
After the event, you'll receive a text with a private link where you can choose Date, Friend, or Pass for the people you met.
Your choices are completely private. If the interest is mutual, I'll connect you. You'll never be told who passed or who selected you if you didn't select them back.
CAN I CHOOSE MORE THAN ONE PERSON?
Yes. If there are multiple people you'd genuinely like to see again, choose them. There's no need to rank anyone or pick just one.
WHAT IF I DON'T MATCH WITH ANYONE?
That's okay. The point of the night isn't to force a match.
You may meet someone you want to date, make a new friend, or simply have a great night meeting people you wouldn't have crossed paths with otherwise.
You can also join my Free Dating Network to be considered for future introductions with my private matchmaking clients.
IS THE EVENT ONLY FOR STRAIGHT SINGLES?
This first edition is being curated for men interested in meeting women and women interested in meeting men. Future editions of You Never Know may be curated for different dating pools. My free Dating Rolodex is open to singles of all genders and sexual orientations.
WHERE IS THE EVENT?
The event will take place at a cocktail bar and restaurant in the East Village. The exact location will be shared once you're invited and purchase your ticket.