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This Week New York City (NYC) never ceases to amaze you with quantity and quality of its free culture and free entertainment whether it's summer or winter, spring or fall, January or June, May or September.

New York's cultural scene is at its busiest in October and March (and the same goes for free events, free things to do), but other months of the year still offer incredible amount of high quality, off the beaten path, unique free events, free things to do which will take your breath away!

So start using these unique New York City opportunities today, May 21, 2025!

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Where else but in New York City can you listen to a world-class musician, discuss a book with a famous author, take a part in poetry reading, have a glass of wine at an art exhibition opening, and all that on the same day, and all that free of charge, and all of that on any day of the year, whether it's December or July, April or November!

The trick is to know about those free events, free things to do BEFORE they happen, not after the fact. That's where Club Free Time comes in handy! Become a Club Free Time member and start using these unique New York City (NYC) opportunities today, May 21, 2025!

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Free things to do, free events that take place in New York City every day of the year are truly amazing. So if you're looking for something interesting to do today (May 21, 2025) or on any other day of the year don't miss those free-of-charge opportunities that only New York provides! You can find lots of high quality, off the beaten path, unique free events, free things to do which will take your breath away!

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In addition to providing information about free events, free things to do in New York City (NYC), Club Free Time offers its members complimentary tickets to classical music concerts, dance performances and theater: when a producer wants that special buzz of the 'full house' - Club Free Time members are welcomed for their enthusiasm and sophistication!

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Experience an entirely new perspective on New York. 'Open up a whole new cultural world... in one of the most vibrant capital cities in the world, sampling cultural delights beyond anyone's wildest dream.' Rupert Parker, journalist, photographer, cameraman, and TV producer
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253 Free  Events, Free  Things to Do in New York City This Week

All events, things to do this week (Sun, 05/18/2025 - Sat, 05/24/2025)  are free unless otherwise noted.
        

Workshop | Tai Chi in the Park for All Fitness Levels


Join Silvana Pizzuti to learn and practice Tai Chi, a slow moving martial art with health benefits for all fitness levels. Space is limited, unreserved, and available on a first-come, first-served basis. If there is heavy rain at the time of the event, the event will be canceled.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 am
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Workshops, May 18, 2025, 05/18/2025, Tai Chi in the Park for All Fitness Levels

Fair | Fabulous 5th Ave Street Fair


Celebrate community, creativity, and culture at this vibrant street fair! Discover a colorful mix of artisan goods, live entertainment, and educational activities. This lively outdoor event highlights the diversity and spirit of the neighborhood while supporting local nonprofits, merchant associations, and community organizations.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Fair | Street Fair


Celebrate community, creativity, and culture at this vibrant street fair! Discover a colorful mix of artisan goods, live entertainment, and educational activities. This lively outdoor event highlights the diversity and spirit of the neighborhood while supporting local nonprofits, merchant associations, and community organizations.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Fairs, May 18, 2025, 05/18/2025, Street Fair

Museums | Sunday at Pop Culture/Art Museum


Through temporary exhibitions, a growing permanent collection, and educational events, this museum explores the enormous impact of posters on society and culture, and how they have been adapted to contemporary use. As the first poster museum in the United States, it provides a space for inquiry for all those interested in design, advertising, and public interventions, with the aim of improving design literacy among the general public. Posters explore: mass communication and persuasion the intersection of art and commerce control of the public domain
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Museumss, May 18, 2025, 05/18/2025, Sunday at Pop Culture/Art Museum

Museums | Family Day at the Modern Art Museum: Activities, Adventures, and Fun!


Build your own art and architecture adventure on this free Family Day. Registration includes access to hands-on projects and guided tours throughout the galleries. Free. Museum admission and program activities are included with advance registration; space is limited.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Museums | Family Fun at a Historical Site: Sailor Adventures


Enjoy interactive activities and engagement stations for visitors of all ages. Incorporate 19th-century maritime craft traditions into your handmade Valentine's Day cards and unique trinkets for the holiday. You can also browse galleries and learn about ships, life at sea and more.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Museumss, May 18, 2025, 05/18/2025, Family Fun at a Historical Site: Sailor Adventures

Parade | 2025 Israel Day Parade


The Theme: Hatikvah "The Hope
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:30 am
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Parades, May 18, 2025, 05/18/2025, 2025 Israel Day Parade

Museums | Sunday at a Unique Art Museum


Candid, genuine, and unexpected, this is New York City's only museum dedicated to folk & self-taught artists. The Museum celebrates the creativity of individuals whose singular talents have been refined largely through personal experience rather than formal artistic training. The museum's collection includes more than seven thousand works of art from four centuries and nearly every continent--from compelling portraits and dazzling quilts to powerful works by living artists in a variety of mediums. From critically acclaimed exhibitions and publications to inspiring educational programs and robust community outreach, the museum's mission is to be the leading forum shaping the understanding and appreciation of folk and self-taught art across time and place.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:30 am
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Museumss, May 18, 2025, 05/18/2025, Sunday at a Unique Art Museum

City Walk | Annual Atlantic Avenue ArtWalk, Featuring 125+ Local Artists


This spring, Brooklyn will come alive with creativity with over 125 local artists exhibiting their work at 70 local businesses for the Annual Atlantic Avenue ArtWalk. This vibrant,self-guided, 1.5-mile art event will showcase the diverse talents of emerging and established artists at galleries, salons, boutiques, restaurants, and home decor shops. Attendees will have the opportunity to experience a diverse collection of art ranging from paintings, drawings, three-dimensional art, mixed media, and photography. While enjoying Atlantic Avenue ArtWalk, people are encouraged to take time to visit and support the local, small businesses and restaurants in the area. They can grab a cup of coffee for their stroll, sit and eat, pick up a unique gift, or a new spring outfit, and explore new services- all of which help to keep the businesses that make up the fabric of the neighborhood thriving.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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City Walks, May 18, 2025, 05/18/2025, Annual Atlantic Avenue ArtWalk, Featuring 125+ Local Artists

Tour | Historic Lower Manhattan Walking Tour


Step back in time on this free walking tour from Bowling Green to Collect Pond Park, tracing the evolution of New York City from a Dutch outpost to the heart of a new nation. Uncover the hidden stories and pivotal events that shaped the city — from the early days of New Amsterdam and the Peach War, to the British takeover, the Revolutionary era, and the rise of Wall Street. Learn about the city’s transformation through the centuries and visit the sites where history still lingers beneath the modern skyline. Perfect for history buffs and curious explorers alike. Bring friends, wear comfortable shoes, and get ready to discover the secrets beneath the city streets.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Tours, May 18, 2025, 05/18/2025, Historic Lower Manhattan Walking Tour

Festival | Spend the Afternoon Playing Old Skool Games--All Ages


Street games are coming back to the Lower East Side! Join the Old Skool Street Games Festival--a free, all-ages celebration of classic pavement games. Learn skelly, stoop ball, Double Dutch, and more from neighbors ages 17-77! Bring your inner child, your kids, your grandparents! Note: Rain date June 1st
   New York City, NY; NYC
Sun, May 18
12:00 pm
Free
Festivals, May 18, 2025, 05/18/2025, Spend the Afternoon Playing Old Skool Games--All Ages

Museums | Tiffany Glass and Other Exhibitions


The museum is dedicated to showcasing the history, art, and culture of its area with a permanent collection of 10,000 items. One of the exhibitions includes famous Tiffany's leaded glass objects and a valuable insight into the development of the inuctry in the US at the turn of the 20th century.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Sun, May 18
12:00 pm
Pay-what-you-wish, reservation required
Museumss, May 18, 2025, 05/18/2025, Tiffany Glass and Other Exhibitions

City Walk | Take a Walk in Brooklyn's Sunset Park


About 5-6 miles, mostly on city streets. This Brooklyn neighborhood walk takes in an old maritime terminal, a new waterfront park, a chinatown lunch, Industry City, and the eponymous park itself.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Sun, May 18
12:12 pm
$5
City Walks, May 18, 2025, 05/18/2025, Take a Walk in Brooklyn's Sunset Park

Festival | Celebrate Everyone's Favorite Pollinator at the World Bee Day Festival


The Bee Con­ser­van­cy presents their 4th annu­al World Bee Day fes­ti­val — fam­i­ly-friend­ly day that cel­e­brates the 20,000+ bee species that pol­li­nate 80% of the world’s flow­er­ing plants!  Dis­cov­er the fas­ci­nat­ing world of ground- and cav­i­ty-nest­ing bees, learn how to build sus­tain­able pol­li­na­tor habi­tats, and com­mit to every­day actions you can take to save the bees. Get ready for fun, edu­ca­tion­al activ­i­ties, includ­ing a look inside a hon­ey bee obser­va­tion hive, a pol­li­na­tor walk, a seed ball mak­ing sta­tion, com­mu­ni­ty sci­ence projects, hon­ey tast­ings, a com­mu­ni­ty art project, and more! Activ­i­ties for kids will include sto­ry­time read­ings, face paint­ing, and nature crafts.  Enjoy com­pli­men­ta­ry gift bags and good­ies on a first-come, first-serve basis.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
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Festivals, May 18, 2025, 05/18/2025, Celebrate Everyone's Favorite Pollinator at the World Bee Day Festival

Workshop | Hands-On Art Demonstration: Fragrance-Making


Peek at technique and learn—through handling tools and materials—how works of art were created. Stop by for hands-on demonstrations and conversations with educators, conservators, artists, and more! This workshop will dive into the craft of making fragrances! Demonstrations repeat every 30 minutes. For visitors of all ages.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Workshops, May 18, 2025, 05/18/2025, Hands-On Art Demonstration: Fragrance-Making

Workshop | Sun Gaze Sundays


The Amateur Astronomers Association and solar gazing bring solar telescopes specifically designed to safely look at the sun and see sunspots and prominences under a summer sky. Seating is limited, unreserved, and available on a first-come, first-served basis. If there is heavy rain at the time of the event, the event will be canceled.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Workshops, May 18, 2025, 05/18/2025, Sun Gaze Sundays

Workshop | Community Knitting & Crocheting 


Enjoy the beautiful, warm weather and practice your knitting skills with HKnits and friends. Meet new people, learn new patterns, and share your yarn with the group! 
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Workshops, May 18, 2025, 05/18/2025, Community Knitting & Crocheting&nbsp;

Classical Music | Music on the Water: Premiering Six Ensemble Works by Korean-American Composers


String ensemble 'Dari' (Salley Koo, violin, Dawn Dongeun Wohn, violin, Daniel McDonough, cello, and Alexander Solomon, piano) performs six new works by Korean-American composers find common ground between performance and teaching communities, and between the new music and student communities. Premieres by Texu Kim, Juri Seo, Kyong Mee Choi, Hee Yun Kim, Leo Chang, and Matthew Pellegrino
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Concerts, May 18, 2025, 05/18/2025, Music on the Water: Premiering Six Ensemble Works by Korean-American Composers

Poetry Reading | The Magic of Poetry on the High Seas


This group poetry reading returns aboard a historic ship. Poets have been invited to participate in micro-residencies aboard ships in New York Harbor, where they have been inspired to write and create poetry while being surrounded by the city’s bustling waters. Now, these poets will gather on the deck of this ship for a group reading, sharing their creative works with the audience. Advance registration is encouraged, walkups are welcome. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the magic of poetry on the high seas! Access to the ship involves climbing a few stairs, walking up an angled gangway, and descending a few stairs onto the deck. The lower decks are accessible via stairs, while the upper deck requires navigating steep ladder-like stairs.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Poetry Readings, May 18, 2025, 05/18/2025, The Magic of Poetry on the High Seas

Performance | Theater Show Exploring Asian-American Jewish Identity


What Do I Do with All This Heritage? is the first-ever theatre show to explore the lives of Asian American Jews, a whimsical and thought-provoking journey into their lives as they reveal their true stories of holding two age-old traditions in their hearts. .
   New York City, NY; NYC
Sun, May 18
2:30 pm
Free
Performances, May 18, 2025, 05/18/2025, Theater Show Exploring Asian-American Jewish Identity

Tour | Historic Lower Manhattan Walking Tour


Step back in time on this free walking tour from Bowling Green to Collect Pond Park, tracing the evolution of New York City from a Dutch outpost to the heart of a new nation. Uncover the hidden stories and pivotal events that shaped the city -- from the early days of New Amsterdam and the Peach War, to the British takeover, the Revolutionary era, and the rise of Wall Street. Learn about the city's transformation through the centuries and visit the sites where history still lingers beneath the modern skyline. Perfect for history buffs and curious explorers alike. Bring friends, wear comfortable shoes, and get ready to discover the secrets beneath the city streets.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Sun, May 18
3:00 pm
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Tours, May 18, 2025, 05/18/2025, Historic Lower Manhattan Walking Tour

Play | New Play from Kennedy Center-Featured Writer: We the People of these Fifty Acre Woods


Inspired by A.A. Milne's classic characters, the beloved 100 Acre Wood is in the midst of a civil war. Throughout this multi-year conflict, childhood friends Winnie, Christopher, and H.P. Piglet find themselves on different paths. H.P. struggles with the moral dilemmas of being a soldier, Christopher discovers what can happen when the powerless gain power, and Winnie is on the run for dodging the draft. Part war epic, part whimsical absurdism, this play looks at how people justify violence, the lengths you'll go to defend what you believe in and if fire is fought with fire - will the acres just burn to the ground? Playwight: Andrew Michael Reid
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Plays, May 18, 2025, 05/18/2025, New Play from Kennedy Center-Featured Writer: We the People of these Fifty Acre Woods

Play | Award-Winning Comedy-Drama Play from Italy: Like an Octopus in a Guitar


When the protagonist of Like an Octopus in a Guitar decides that he no longer wants to leave the house, he develops an obsession with death and begins to spend his days imagining his funeral. A funny and absurd journey inside the mind of an individual who is slowly losing his memories, where the actors' bodies become a metaphor and instrument for remembering. In this suspended world, where even the names of the characters have been forgotten, dreams and reality merge to tell the story of a man's internal battle. A battle between the desire to heal and the temptation to remain, forever, playing with death. Playwright: Marco Ziello Directors: Licia Amarante and Marco Ziello Cast: Annachiara Castorino, Gerardo D'Amato, Francesco Del Gaudio, Sabrina La Regina, Paola Santamaria, Marco Ziello In Italian with English subtitles.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Sun, May 18
4:00 pm
Free
Plays, May 18, 2025, 05/18/2025, Award-Winning Comedy-Drama Play from Italy: Like an Octopus in a Guitar

Classical Music | Music on the Water: Premiering Six Ensemble Works by Korean-American Composers


String ensemble 'Dari' (Salley Koo, violin, Dawn Dongeun Wohn, violin, Daniel McDonough, cello, and Alexander Solomon, piano) performs six new works by Korean-American composers find common ground between performance and teaching communities, and between the new music and student communities. Premieres by Texu Kim, Juri Seo, Kyong Mee Choi, Hee Yun Kim, Leo Chang, and Matthew Pellegrino
   New York City, NY; NYC
Sun, May 18
4:00 pm
Free
Concerts, May 18, 2025, 05/18/2025, Music on the Water: Premiering Six Ensemble Works by Korean-American Composers

Museums | Historical and Modern Design Spanning Centuries


The museum is dedicated to showcasing the history, influence, and importance of design in everyday life. Housed in a historic mansion, the museum features a diverse collection of design objects, including decorative arts, architecture, graphic design, textiles, and industrial design. Free admission is daily 5 pm - 6 pm.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Museumss, May 18, 2025, 05/18/2025, Historical and Modern Design Spanning Centuries

Movie in a Park | Identity, Migration, and Memory: Three Short Documentaries Exploring American Chinatowns


Luka Yuanyuan Yang is a visual artist and filmmaker whose practice, characterized by interwoven documentary and archival materials, addresses themes of identity, migration, and memory, challenging conventional historical narratives and amplifying overlooked voices. During a year-long research trip across the US in 2018, Yang was captivated by the rich history of migration and adaptation in America's Chinatowns. From 1882 until the 1950s, due to the Chinese Exclusion Act and racial discrimination, Chinese Americans were largely confined to Chinatowns. During this same period, Yang began researching the stories of Chinese women in 20th-century American performing arts, seeking to uncover the experiences of Chinese women performers whose stories have been forgotten or misunderstood by history. Yang's exploration of these neighborhoods, the Chinese diaspora, and performing artists has become the central focus of her short films and feature film Chinatown Cha-Cha, and her recently published artist book Dance in Herland. In a time of rising threats to America's Chinatowns, the artist brings generations together through film, dance, and dialogue. For this screening, Yang presents Tales of Chinatown, an exhibition of three of her short films: Cantonese Tunes on Mott Street (2022), The Lady From Shanghai (2019), and Tales of Chinatown (2019). By following her protagonists on the streets, through their communities, and into their homes, Yang amplifies the voices of those often denied the chance to share their own stories--individuals who have been forgotten, silenced, or misinterpreted.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Movie in a Parks, May 18, 2025, 05/18/2025, Identity, Migration, and Memory: Three Short Documentaries Exploring American Chinatowns

Classical Music | Organ Scholar Performs in a Beautiful Gothic Revival-Style Church


Organist Jonathan Bolena is the Organ Scholar at Saint Thomas Church and Choir School, where he was a chorister. Over the past two summers, Jonathan has traveled across the country to study and play at several summer courses, including Indiana University's inaugural Schola Cantorum and RSCM West. Most recently he joined the Choir of Trinity Episcopal Church, Staunton, Virginia, where he accompanied their week-long residency at the Cathedral. Next year, he will begin undergraduate study at Oberlin Conservatory.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Sun, May 18
5:15 pm
Free
Concerts, May 18, 2025, 05/18/2025, Organ Scholar Performs in a Beautiful Gothic Revival-Style Church

Theater | The Imaginary Invalid: Moliere's Comedy-Ballet Starring Broadway Actor


Argan is ill. But is he? Argan is dying. But aren't we all? Argan wants absolute control. But is that ever achievable? After a series of upside down attempts to snap him out of it, a solution is found. But will it save him? The Imaginary Invalid is the last play that legendary French playwright Moliere wrote and was originally conceived as a Comedy-Ballet where theater, dance, and music are intertwined. It explores the fear of disease and the exploitation it breeds through infinitely humorous dialogue and in-your-face satire. This production will feature original choreography by FlexN dancer Cal Hunt, original music by cellist Johnathan Moore, and stars Tony and Olivier Award nominee Sahr Ngaujah. Director and Translator: Lucie Tiberghien Choreographer and Dancer: Cal Hunt Composer and Cellist: Johnathan Moore Cast: Dante Bonner, Mary Bacon, Rory Furey-King, Doron JePaul, Naomi Lorrain, Sahr Ngaujah, Shayvawn Webster
   New York City, NY; NYC
Sun, May 18
7:30 pm
Free
Theaters, May 18, 2025, 05/18/2025, The Imaginary Invalid: Moliere's Comedy-Ballet Starring Broadway Actor

Play | New Play from Kennedy Center-Featured Writer: We the People of these Fifty Acre Woods


Inspired by A.A. Milne's classic characters, the beloved 100 Acre Wood is in the midst of a civil war. Throughout this multi-year conflict, childhood friends Winnie, Christopher, and H.P. Piglet find themselves on different paths. H.P. struggles with the moral dilemmas of being a soldier, Christopher discovers what can happen when the powerless gain power, and Winnie is on the run for dodging the draft. Part war epic, part whimsical absurdism, this play looks at how people justify violence, the lengths you'll go to defend what you believe in and if fire is fought with fire - will the acres just burn to the ground? Playwight: Andrew Michael Reid
   New York City, NY; NYC
Sun, May 18
8:00 pm
Free
Plays, May 18, 2025, 05/18/2025, New Play from Kennedy Center-Featured Writer: We the People of these Fifty Acre Woods

Workshop | Start the Day with Morning Meditation


Start your day by balancing your mind, body, and spirit during instructor guided meditation. This renowned practice lowers blood pressure, reduces stress, and strengthens the immune system.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:45 am
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Workshops, May 19, 2025, 05/19/2025, Start the Day with Morning Meditation

Museums | History, Culture, and Arts of Indigenous Peoples


This cultural institution showcases a vast collection of Native artifacts, such as objects, photographs, archives, and media.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Mon, May 19
10:00 am
Free
Museumss, May 19, 2025, 05/19/2025, History, Culture, and Arts of Indigenous Peoples

Tour | Tour of Gracie Mansion, Home of New York's Mayors


In 1799, a prosperous New York merchant named Archibald Gracie built a country house overlooking a bend in the East River, five miles north of the then-New York City limits. Little did he know that, more than 200 years later, his home would serve as the official residence of the First Family of New York City - a place where history is made, not merely recorded. As a historic house museum run by the Parks Department, sitting on 11 acres of grounds now known as Carl Schurz Park, Gracie Mansion has served as the home of 11 mayors, beginning with Mayor Fiorello H. La Guardia in 1942. Each tour is one hour, followed by a 15-minute Q&A session with an assigned docent. Start times: 10:30 am, 12 pm, 1:30 pm
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Tours, May 19, 2025, 05/19/2025, Tour of Gracie Mansion, Home of New York's Mayors

Tour | Bryant Park Tour


Discover how Bryant Park Corporation successfully transformed "Needle Park" of the 1970s into Manhattan's Town Square of today. The guides are loaded with expertise on the park's rich history, award-winning design, distinct amenities, and ongoing maintenance efforts. Tours will continue as scheduled in light rain, but will be cancelled in heavy rain or inclement weather. Bring an umbrella if needed!
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Tours, May 19, 2025, 05/19/2025, Bryant Park Tour

Workshop | Learn to Juggle, All Skill Levels Welcome


THis juggling class is ideal for a quick lesson, an extended practice session, or just enjoy watching jugglers put their skills to the test. They’re a friendly group and open to drop-ins, even if you catch them outside of the regular juggling lessons. All skill levels welcome. Equipment is provided.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Workshops, May 19, 2025, 05/19/2025, Learn to Juggle, All Skill Levels Welcome

Tour | Tour of Gracie Mansion, Home of New York's Mayors


In 1799, a prosperous New York merchant named Archibald Gracie built a country house overlooking a bend in the East River, five miles north of the then-New York City limits. Little did he know that, more than 200 years later, his home would serve as the official residence of the First Family of New York City - a place where history is made, not merely recorded. As a historic house museum run by the Parks Department, sitting on 11 acres of grounds now known as Carl Schurz Park, Gracie Mansion has served as the home of 11 mayors, beginning with Mayor Fiorello H. La Guardia in 1942. Each tour is one hour, followed by a 15-minute Q&A session with an assigned docent. Start times: 10:30 am, 12 pm, 1:30 pm
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Concert | Piano in the Park: Jazz


A five, six, seven, eight... Come on down and swing along to the best ragtime, stride, and jazz the Big Apple has to offer. The park is proud to present a special performance by Yuka Aikawa. Pianist and composer Yuka Aikawa began playing piano at the age of five in her native country, Japan. She's received the prestigious Michael Feinstein Award for "Outstanding Talent." You can hear Yuka at various jazz clubs in and around the New York area, as an accompanist for jazz choir The Lance Hayward Singers, or on Carline Ray's beautiful album Vocal Sides. Yuka's new trio album, Clouds and Water, has been released in Japan, where she tours every year.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
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Concerts, May 19, 2025, 05/19/2025, Piano in the Park: Jazz

Film | Malcolm X (1972): Documentary on the Life and Afterlife of an Extremely Influential Figure


In celebration of the hundredth anniversary of his birth, this community center for a film screening dedicated to the enduring legacy and evolving impact of Malcolm X. Malcolm X is a powerful 1972 documentary that presents Malcolm X’s speeches, interviews, and appearances as they were originally recorded—unfiltered and in real time. Don’t miss this compelling afternoon of film and reflection as we honor the life and afterlife of one of the most influential figures of the 20th century. Director: Arnold perl Featuring: James Earl Jones
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Films, May 19, 2025, 05/19/2025, Malcolm X (1972): Documentary on the Life and Afterlife of&nbsp;an Extremely&nbsp;Influential Figure

Jazz | Trumpeter With 'Technical Marvel'


Spend a jazz-filled afternoon with Jeremy Pelt, a trumpeter who has performed alongside such ensembles as the Roy Hargrove Big Band, the Village Vanguard Orchestra and the Duke Ellington Big Band.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Mon, May 19
1:00 pm
Free
Concerts, May 19, 2025, 05/19/2025, Trumpeter With 'Technical Marvel'

Tour | Tour of Gracie Mansion, Home of New York's Mayors


In 1799, a prosperous New York merchant named Archibald Gracie built a country house overlooking a bend in the East River, five miles north of the then-New York City limits. Little did he know that, more than 200 years later, his home would serve as the official residence of the First Family of New York City - a place where history is made, not merely recorded. As a historic house museum run by the Parks Department, sitting on 11 acres of grounds now known as Carl Schurz Park, Gracie Mansion has served as the home of 11 mayors, beginning with Mayor Fiorello H. La Guardia in 1942. Each tour is one hour, followed by a 15-minute Q&A session with an assigned docent. Start times: 10:30 am, 12 pm, 1:30 pm
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Musical | New, Original Musical Inspired by the Three Stooges: For Love or Funny


This event is the first public presentation of a piece developed during an incubator program, For Love or Funny, by fellowship recipients Sonya Hayden and Megan Loughran! For Love or Funny is a classic musical comedy which reimagines the Three Stooges as a trio of sisters: Mo, Mary, and Curly. In a goofy, slapstick version of 1930s Brooklyn, the sisters' family-owned clothing store is about to close--unless they can somehow get a whopping $500 by the next day. When they learn that the cops are offering that exact reward for the capture of a notorious robber, they hatch a harebrained scheme to catch him themselves. Along the way, our trio must rely on their bonds of sisterhood to succeed, while navigating mix-ups, mayhem, mistaken identities, and more. As a female writing duo, fellowship winners Loughran and Hayden are excited to put a modern twist on old-school comedy and center bold female characters who get to land the punches and the punchlines.
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Musicals, May 19, 2025, 05/19/2025, New, Original Musical Inspired by the Three Stooges: For Love or Funny

Workshop | Walk and Creative Writing Session


This walk and writing session is led by Author and Poet Jon Curley. Participants will be encouraged to use observations as a way to enhance their writing styles in any preferred mode.
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Film | Lorraine Hansberry: Sighted Eyes/Feeling Heart (2017): Documentary about A Raisin in the Sun Playwright


In celebration of a towering figure in Black history and thought, this community center invites you to a special afternoon of film and conversation honoring Lorraine Hansberry on the anniversary of her birth. Lorraine Hansberry: Sighted Eyes/Feeling Heart is the first-ever feature documentary on the life and work of the brilliant playwright and activist behind A Raisin in the Sun. The film reveals the complex inner life of a woman who used art and activism to challenge injustice and reimagine freedom. Director: Tracy Heather Strain Narrator: LaTanya Richardson Jackson
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Films, May 19, 2025, 05/19/2025, Lorraine Hansberry: Sighted Eyes/Feeling Heart (2017): Documentary about&nbsp;A Raisin in the Sun&nbsp;Playwright

Staged Reading | The Care and Keeping of Schizophrenia (and Other Demons): Controlling Pressure


Charity has just turned 25 and plans to move to California with her 41-year-old girlfriend, despite her family being in shambles after her brother’s mental health emergency. But Charity is visited by an obnoxious, bossy Sleep Demon who demands Charity “deal with her shit.” An absurdist, humorist romp, this play asks: can Charity take control of the pressures bearing down on her or will she succumb to the waves? Written by Gloria Oladipo .
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Staged Readings, May 19, 2025, 05/19/2025, The Care and Keeping of Schizophrenia (and Other Demons): Controlling Pressure

Party | Community Plant Exchange


Meet other plant enthusiasts for a free plant swap. Share tips, advice, and plants in this community event Tips for success: Please bring only pest-free plants. If your plants are in containers, please be sure they are in containers that you are ready to give away or exchange. Rooted cuttings may be brought in a sealed plastic bag wrapped in a moist paper towel.
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Partys, May 19, 2025, 05/19/2025, Community Plant Exchange

Concert | Sanguine Musical Selections in Museum Exhibition


Pop-up musical performances of Rashid Johnson's Sanguine (2024), enliven the museum and celebrate the vibrancy and abundant creativity of New York. Stage positioned just inside the museum exhibition.
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Concerts, May 19, 2025, 05/19/2025, Sanguine Musical Selections in Museum Exhibition

Museums | Art from All Over The World: Modern and Contemporary


Discover a vast collection of art from a diverse range of countries such as Argentina, Brazil, Italy, Russia, France, Spain, Japan, India, United States and more.
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Mon, May 19
4:00 pm
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Museumss, May 19, 2025, 05/19/2025, Art from All Over The World: Modern and Contemporary

Party | MCU Trivia Hour


Are you a fan of the Marvel Cinematic Universe? Grab your Infinity Gauntlet and join the this MCU trivia hour. 
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Movie in a Park | Identity, Migration, and Memory: Three Short Documentaries Exploring American Chinatowns


Luka Yuanyuan Yang is a visual artist and filmmaker whose practice, characterized by interwoven documentary and archival materials, addresses themes of identity, migration, and memory, challenging conventional historical narratives and amplifying overlooked voices. During a year-long research trip across the US in 2018, Yang was captivated by the rich history of migration and adaptation in America's Chinatowns. From 1882 until the 1950s, due to the Chinese Exclusion Act and racial discrimination, Chinese Americans were largely confined to Chinatowns. During this same period, Yang began researching the stories of Chinese women in 20th-century American performing arts, seeking to uncover the experiences of Chinese women performers whose stories have been forgotten or misunderstood by history. Yang's exploration of these neighborhoods, the Chinese diaspora, and performing artists has become the central focus of her short films and feature film Chinatown Cha-Cha, and her recently published artist book Dance in Herland. In a time of rising threats to America's Chinatowns, the artist brings generations together through film, dance, and dialogue. For this screening, Yang presents Tales of Chinatown, an exhibition of three of her short films: Cantonese Tunes on Mott Street (2022), The Lady From Shanghai (2019), and Tales of Chinatown (2019). By following her protagonists on the streets, through their communities, and into their homes, Yang amplifies the voices of those often denied the chance to share their own stories--individuals who have been forgotten, silenced, or misinterpreted.
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Movie in a Parks, May 19, 2025, 05/19/2025, Identity, Migration, and Memory: Three Short Documentaries Exploring American Chinatowns

Party | Paw Play Day: Hang Out with Dogs in the Park


Spin the prize wheel with Dog City for a chance to win frisbees, tennis balls, tasty treats, and more. Receive free samples from The Farmer's Dog plus take home a special offer for a free trial of their nutritious food. Looking to add a new member to the family? Meet adorable, adoptable dogs at these dog adoption parties, hosted in partnership with Rescue City and Animal Haven. Stop by for all the pets and snuggles even if you're not ready to adopt. Capture the moment with a free watercolor pet portrait by artist Kathryn McCabe, available on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Partys, May 19, 2025, 05/19/2025, Paw Play Day: Hang Out with Dogs in the Park

Museums | Remembrance, Reflection and Resilience


A place of commemoration: exhibition, artifacts, photographs, stories and more.
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Museumss, May 19, 2025, 05/19/2025, Remembrance, Reflection and Resilience

Concert | Salon 1898: Cuban Dance Music at the Turn of the Twentieth Century


The American Symphony Orchestra is a New York-based American orchestra, founded in 1962, dedicated to providing great music for everyone. At this concert, the ASO will perform Cuban dance music of yesteryear. Percussionist-composer Javier Diaz -- whose studio credits include Steven Spielberg's West Side Story and Lin-Manuel Miranda's In The Heights -- has curated the program. Salon 1898: Cuban Dance Music at the Turn of the Twentieth Century will feature danzas, contradanzas, danzones, rumbas, ragtime, and early jazz. This performance will mark the world premiere of Diaz's unique arrangements for violin, cello, bass, flute, clarinet, trumpet, tuba, and percussion.
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Mon, May 19
5:30 pm
Free
Concerts, May 19, 2025, 05/19/2025, Salon 1898: Cuban Dance Music at the Turn of the Twentieth Century

Film | Cries and Whispers (1972): Swedish Period Drama by Ingmar Bergman


When a woman dying of cancer in early twentieth-century Sweden is visited by her two sisters, long-repressed feelings between the siblings rise to the surface. In Swedish with English subtitles. Director: Ingmar Bergman Cast: Harriet Andersson, Kari Sylwan, Ingrid Thulin, Liv Ullmann Ingmar Bergman was a Swedish film and theatre director and screenwriter, considered one of the greatest and most influential filmmakers of all time. His films have been described as "profoundly personal meditations into the myriad struggles facing the psyche and the soul". Bergman directed over 60 films and documentaries, most of which he also wrote.
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Mon, May 19
6:00 pm
Free
Films, May 19, 2025, 05/19/2025, Cries and Whispers (1972): Swedish Period Drama by Ingmar Bergman

Classical Music | Bach, Telemann and Other Baroque Composers Performed on Harp and Viola da Gamba


Award-winning harpist Parker Ramsay and first-ever American laureate of the International Bach-Abel Competition Arnie Tanimoto, viola da gamba, perform a collection of Baroque works that influenced J.S. Bach. Mingle with the musicians and fellow concertgoers after the show! Program Dieterich Buxtehude (1637-1707) Sonata in D major, BuxWV 268 Girolamo Frescobaldi (1583-1643) Fiori Musicali (1637/1714) Georg Bohm (1661-1733) Vater unser im Himmelreich Marin Marais (1656-1728) Pieces de Violes, Livre II (1701) / Andreas Bach Book (1707-14) Georg Philipp Telemann (1681-1767) Fantasia in E major, TWV 40:35 Alessandro Marcello (1681-1767) Concerto in D minor, Op. 9, No. 2, BWV 974 (arr. by J.S. Bach) J.S. Bach (1685-1750) Sonata in G major, BWV 1027
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Mon, May 19
6:00 pm
Free
Concerts, May 19, 2025, 05/19/2025, Bach, Telemann and Other Baroque Composers Performed on Harp and Viola da Gamba

Talk | Discussion with Legendary New Yorker Staff Writer


Legendary New Yorker staff writer Jon Lee Andersonis the author of the definitive biography of Che Guevara and has recently reported on Brazil’s Supreme Court, Argentine President Javier Milei, the Venezuelan dictatorship, and numerous other Latin America-related topics. He' well-known for reporting from war zones (such as Afghanistan, Lebanon, Iran, and more). Check-in will open at 5:30 p.m. and the discussion will begin at 6 p.m.
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Talks, May 19, 2025, 05/19/2025, Discussion with&nbsp;Legendary&nbsp;New Yorker&nbsp;Staff Writer

Workshop | Hula Hooping Workshop for All Ages


Big Apple Hooping brings hooping fun to everyone. If you're looking to learn the fundamentals of hooping, work on refining your tricks, or meet fellow hoopers from the NYC area, this is the event for you. Hoopers of all experience levels, from beginner to advanced, are welcome, and all equipment is provided!
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Workshops, May 19, 2025, 05/19/2025, Hula Hooping Workshop for All Ages

Jazz | Jazz Jam Session in a Museum: Musicians & Vocalists


Calling all musicians & vocalists!!! Bring your instrument and come sign up to play and jam with your fellow peers. The house band will be led by the legendary Kim Clarke.
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Concerts, May 19, 2025, 05/19/2025, Jazz Jam Session in a Museum: Musicians&nbsp;& Vocalists

Musical | New, Original Musical Inspired by the Three Stooges: For Love or Funny


This event is the first public presentation of a piece developed during an incubator program, For Love or Funny, by fellowship recipients Sonya Hayden and Megan Loughran! For Love or Funny is a classic musical comedy which reimagines the Three Stooges as a trio of sisters: Mo, Mary, and Curly. In a goofy, slapstick version of 1930s Brooklyn, the sisters' family-owned clothing store is about to close--unless they can somehow get a whopping $500 by the next day. When they learn that the cops are offering that exact reward for the capture of a notorious robber, they hatch a harebrained scheme to catch him themselves. Along the way, our trio must rely on their bonds of sisterhood to succeed, while navigating mix-ups, mayhem, mistaken identities, and more. As a female writing duo, fellowship winners Loughran and Hayden are excited to put a modern twist on old-school comedy and center bold female characters who get to land the punches and the punchlines.
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Musicals, May 19, 2025, 05/19/2025, New, Original Musical Inspired by the Three Stooges: For Love or Funny

Poetry Reading | Poetry in the Park


Hear award-winning poetry by established and emerging poets. Hosted by Jason Schneiderman, acclaimed poet who has author five poetry collections. Schneiderman is also the recipient of multiple awards and fellowships.
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Poetry Readings, May 19, 2025, 05/19/2025, Poetry in the Park

Talk | Author Discusses Her New Book about Food and Death: Aftertaste


Author Daria Lavelle presents Aftertaste in conversation with Julia Phillips. What if you could have one last meal with someone you’ve loved, someone you’ve lost? Combining the magic of Under the Whispering Door with the high-stakes culinary world of Sweetbitter, Aftertaste is an epic love story, a dark comedy, and a synesthetic adventure through food and grief. Set in the bustling world of New York restaurants and teeming with mouthwatering food writing, Aftertaste is a whirlwind romance, a heart-wrenching look at love and loss, and a ghost story about all the ways we hunger—and how far we’d go to find satisfaction. Daria Lavelle is an American fiction writer. Her short stories have appeared in The Deadlands, Dread Machine, and elsewhere.  Julia Phillips is the author of the bestselling novels Bear and Disappearing Earth, which was a finalist for the National Book Award and one of The New York Times Book Review’s 10 Best Books of the Year. 
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Talks, May 19, 2025, 05/19/2025, Author Discusses Her New Book about Food and Death:&nbsp;Aftertaste

Author Reading | Music Journalists Discuss Hip-Hop/Rap and Biography


Music journalists Kathy Iandoli (Who's That Girl: A Memoir By Eve with Kathy Iandoli) and Marcus J. Moore (High and Rising: A Book About De La Soul) discuss their books, their experiences as music journalists and hip hop biographers, and why certain figures in the music industry persist through generations of listeners.
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Author Readings, May 19, 2025, 05/19/2025, Music Journalists Discuss Hip-Hop/Rap and Biography

Staged Reading | The Care and Keeping of Schizophrenia (and Other Demons): an absurdist, humorist romp


Charity has just turned 25 and plans to move to California with her 41-year-old girlfriend, despite her family being in shambles after her brother's mental health emergency. But Charity is visited by an obnoxious, bossy Sleep Demon who demands Charity "deal with her shit." An absurdist, humorist romp, this play asks: can Charity take control of the pressures bearing down on her or will she succumb to the waves? Written by Gloria Oladipo .
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Staged Readings, May 19, 2025, 05/19/2025, The Care and Keeping of Schizophrenia (and Other Demons): an absurdist, humorist romp

Staged Reading | Surreal Adaptation of Euripides' Tragedy: Hecuba and Polyxena


This event is a studio reading of Hecuba and Polyxena by Amanda L. Andrei--a bold, surreal adaptation inspired by Euripides' tragedy and the American eugenics movement. At its heart, this play is about a Philippine-born mother and baker, struggling to piece together memories of violence and loss in a haunting journey through history, identity, and survival. The evening highlights the voice of playwright Amanda L. Andrei, whose work centers diasporic perspectives and hidden histories.
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Mon, May 19
7:00 pm
Free
Staged Readings, May 19, 2025, 05/19/2025, Surreal Adaptation of Euripides' Tragedy: Hecuba and Polyxena

Classical Music | Metropolitan Opera Singer and Renowned Chamber Group Perform Fauré, Schubert, and More


The Claremont Trio is “one of America’s finest young chamber groups” (Strad), known for its thrillingly virtuosic and richly communicative performances, is joined by Tenor Paul Appleby, one of the leading singers at the Metropolitan Opera, go perform  Fauré’s heartrending Trio and Schubert’s epic Trio No. 2., as well as a new work from Jessica Meyer. Program Gabriel Fauré (1845-1924) Piano Trio, op. 120 Franz Schubert (1797-1828) Piano Trio No. 2, D. 929 Jessica Meyer New Work for piano trio and tenor (World Premiere)
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Concerts, May 19, 2025, 05/19/2025, Metropolitan Opera Singer and Renowned Chamber Group Perform&nbsp;Faur&eacute;, Schubert, and More

Jazz | Live Jazz & Open Jam Night


Experience the soul of the city underground at this free weekly jazz night where spontaneity and swing collide. A powerhouse house band sets the tone before opening the floor to an open jam session welcoming musicians of all levels. From seasoned pros to bold newcomers, the energy flows and the creativity never stops. An intimate, vibey setting makes this one of New York City's best-kept secrets for live music lovers.
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Concerts, May 19, 2025, 05/19/2025, Live Jazz & Open Jam Night

Workshop | Tai Chi in the Park: Harmonize Body & Mind


Learn how to practice this traditional system of health and self-defense out in nature. Derived from the philosphy of Taoism, Tai Chi was designed to develop the optimum degree of harmony between body and mind, as well as between the individual and the natural order of the universe. Classes are led by teachers and students who train nearby at CK Chu Tai Chi under the direction of Master Hyland Harris. Classes are rain or shine. All levels are welcomed, and no equipment is necessary. Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated, and wear comfortable, breathable clothes!
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Tue, May 20
7:30 am
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Workshops, May 20, 2025, 05/20/2025, Tai Chi in the Park: Harmonize Body & Mind

Workshop | Get in Shape: Bodyweight Blast


Classes to help New Yorkers get and stay fit.
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Tue, May 20
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Workshops, May 20, 2025, 05/20/2025, Get in Shape: Bodyweight Blast

Birdwatching | Morning Birding in the Park with NYC Audubon


Discover the surprising diversity of birds that call New York home during migratory season with guided tours by NYC Audubon, led by environmental educator and urban naturalist Gabriel Willow. This park is a hotspot for avian visitors and birders alike. Past sightings include warblers, tanagers, vireos, thrushes, and even a Chuck-will’s-widow!
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Birdwatchings, May 20, 2025, 05/20/2025, Morning&nbsp;Birding in the Park&nbsp;with NYC Audubon

Workshop | Learn How To Ribbon Dance


Combine cardio with artistry as you wave long ribbons in the air to create rainbows, waterfalls, dragons and ocean waves. Ribbon Dancing is as visually stunning as it is fun and easy to learn. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Ribbons will be available to borrow, but participants may also bring their own.
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Workshops, May 20, 2025, 05/20/2025, Learn How To Ribbon Dance

Workshop | Zumba Class for All-Levels


Featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography. Work on your balance, coordination and range of motion.
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Workshops, May 20, 2025, 05/20/2025, Zumba Class for All-Levels

Lesson | Learn about the Art of Beekeeping with the NYC Beekeepers Association


This beekeeping class is presented by the New York City Beekeepers Association. In these instructional classes, you’ll learn about honey bee colonies and the vital role they play in the natural environment. The classes welcome gardeners, prospective beekeepers, and anyone interested in learning more about bees and beekeeping!
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Lessons, May 20, 2025, 05/20/2025, Learn about the Art of Beekeeping with the NYC Beekeepers Association

Workshop | Learn to Juggle, All Skill Levels Welcome


THis juggling class is ideal for a quick lesson, an extended practice session, or just enjoy watching jugglers put their skills to the test. They’re a friendly group and open to drop-ins, even if you catch them outside of the regular juggling lessons. All skill levels welcome. Equipment is provided.
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Workshops, May 20, 2025, 05/20/2025, Learn to Juggle, All Skill Levels Welcome

Concert | Piano in the Park: Jazz


A five, six, seven, eight... Come on down and swing along to the best ragtime, stride, and jazz the Big Apple has to offer. The park is proud to present a special performance by Yuka Aikawa. Pianist and composer Yuka Aikawa began playing piano at the age of five in her native country, Japan. She's received the prestigious Michael Feinstein Award for "Outstanding Talent." You can hear Yuka at various jazz clubs in and around the New York area, as an accompanist for jazz choir The Lance Hayward Singers, or on Carline Ray's beautiful album Vocal Sides. Yuka's new trio album, Clouds and Water, has been released in Japan, where she tours every year.
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Classical Music | Piano, Organ, Soprano: Works by 'Warm, Immersive' Composer Set to Poems by Dickinson, Edgar Allan Poe


Composer, pianist, organist Zachary Detrick, joined by organist Claudia Dumschat and soprano Tate Erin Chuby, will perporm a selection of his works. Detrick's music has been performed by the New York Philharmonic and has been featured on NPR. Program Detrick A Dream Within A Dream (2022) (text by Edgar Allan Poe) Detrick Wild Nights (2023) (text by Emily Dickinson) Don Van Vliet (aka Captain Beefheart) A Carrot Is As Close As A Rabbit Gets To A Diamond (1980) Detrick The Piper At The Gates Of Dawn (2023) Detrick The Dream-Circus of the Flying Whale (2025)
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Tue, May 20
12:30 pm
Free
Concerts, May 20, 2025, 05/20/2025, Piano, Organ, Soprano: Works by 'Warm, Immersive' Composer Set to Poems by Dickinson, Edgar Allan Poe

Film | The Motorcycle Diaries (2004): Biographical Coming-of-Age Road Movie 


Portrait of young revolutionary Ernesto `Che' Guevara and his friend Alberto Granado embark on a life-changing on a life-changing motorcycle journey across South America in 1952. Director: Walter Salles Cast: Gael García Bernal, Rodrigo de la Serna, Mía Maestro
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Films, May 20, 2025, 05/20/2025, The Motorcycle Diaries (2004): Biographical Coming-of-Age Road Movie&nbsp;

Staged Reading | Potliqka: Black in the Antebellum South


A three-act epic about Black history in the Antebellum South, spanning from 1790–1820, following James Hemmings, the founding father of soul food; a southern family—Esther, Freeman, and Missy (based on young Malinda Russell, the first Black woman to publish a cookbook in 1866); and Abina Kisi, Yawo Abayie, and Ama Nanny, a family who remembers the Middle Passage and their stolen Ghanaian culture. It’s a story of love, loss, and freedom, told one plate at a time. Written by Celeste Jennings .
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Staged Readings, May 20, 2025, 05/20/2025, Potliqka: Black in the Antebellum South

Film | Gladiator II (2024): Historical Epic with Denzel Washington, Directed by Ridley Scott


Ridley Scott's sequel to the 2001 Best Picture Oscar winner. A warrior is forced to enter the Colosseum after his home is destroyed by a tyrannical emperor. Director: Ridley Scott Cast: Paul Mescal, Denzel Washington, Pedro Pascal Sir Ridley Scott is an English film director and producer with an intense visual style. He's best known for his sci-fi, crime, and historical epic films. He's well-decorated for his work, including the 2018 BAFTA Fellowship for Lifetime Achievement, two Primetime Emmys, and a Golden Globe. He was knighted by Queen Elizabeth II and appointed a Knight Grand Cross by King Charles III. Denzel Washington is an American actor, and filmmaker known for his dramatic roles. In 2020, he was named "the greatest actor of the 21st century" by the New York Times. He's very accomplished, receiving two Academy Awards, three Golden Globes, and a Tony Award, plus two Emmys and a Grammy Award. He was awarded the AFI Life Achievement Award in 2019, and the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2025.
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Tue, May 20
3:00 pm
Free
Films, May 20, 2025, 05/20/2025, Gladiator II (2024): Historical Epic with Denzel Washington, Directed by Ridley Scott

Workshop | Chess in the Park


Play the popular strategy game while getting pointers and advice from an expert. Chess improves concentration, problem solving, and strategic planning -- plus it's fun! For all ages 5 and up.
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Book Club | Book Club Discussion: Yellowface by R. F. Kuang


Book Synopsis: Authors June Hayward and Athena Liu were supposed to be twin rising stars. But Athena’s a literary darling. June Hayward is literally nobody. Who wants stories about basic white girls, June thinks. So when June witnesses Athena’s death in a freak accident, she acts on impulse: she steals Athena’s just-finished masterpiece, an experimental novel about the unsung contributions of Chinese laborers during World War I. So what if June edits Athena’s novel and sends it to her agent as her own work? So what if she lets her new publisher rebrand her as Juniper Song—complete with an ambiguously ethnic author photo? Doesn’t this piece of history deserve to be told, whoever the teller? That’s what June claims, and the New York Times bestseller list seems to agree. But June can’t get away from Athena’s shadow, and emerging evidence threatens to bring June’s (stolen) success down around her. As June races to protect her secret, she discovers exactly how far she will go to keep what she thinks she deserves. With its totally immersive first-person voice, Yellowface grapples with questions of diversity, racism, and cultural appropriation, as well as the terrifying alienation of social media. R.F. Kuang’s novel is timely, razor-sharp, and eminently readable.
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Book Clubs, May 20, 2025, 05/20/2025, Book Club Discussion:&nbsp;Yellowface by R. F. Kuang

Film | Blood Simple (1984): Neo-Noir Crime Film from the Coen Brothers


The owner of a seedy small-town Texas bar discovers that one of his employees is having an affair with his wife. Directors: Joel and Ethan Coen Cast: John Getz, Frances McDormand Joel and Ethan Coen (often referred to as the "Coen Brothers") are a filmmaking duo known for their subversive movies. Together, they've been nominated for 13 Academy Awards, plus one individual nomination for each, sharing wins for Best Original Screenplay, Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Adapted Screenplay. They won the Palme d'Or for Barton Fink at the 1991 Cannes Film Festival.
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Films, May 20, 2025, 05/20/2025, Blood Simple (1984): Neo-Noir Crime Film from the Coen Brothers

Opening Reception | Group Illustration Show that Twists Time and Space: The Visit to the Museum


The Visit to the Museum is an exhibition that explores a story where a realistic pursuit turns into a surrealist one; it starts with the search for the painting of a lost relative and results in a protagonist who finds themselves stripped of everything--from clothing to their sense of security--mental or physical. It's a group show of illustrated artwork by 20 emerging artists, MFA students of an Illustration as Visual Essay program. Time and space continuously twist exponentially in a small provincial museum where expected artifacts unravel into unexpected chaos. Ancient columns, Egyptian sarcophagi, taxidermy, whale bones, buzzard specimens and paintings of questionable value compose a magnificent wunderkammer from which there's no escape. Page after page, an initially typical visit to the museum devolves into a time warped sequence of events with rare illustrative potential. Time, space but also individual artifacts and their symbolic details make for the perfect springboard towards a series of images that show and tell elaborate depictions of situations the mind's eye is often incapable of seeing. This multitude of pictorial opportunities translates into a variety of approaches, spanning from picture books that faithfully follow the storyline to cut out paper collages cut by laser, mystery objects in narrative frames, bold portraiture, delicate artifact drawings of personal value and multiple meanings, complex diorama triptychs full of anything one could imagine, detailed architectural blueprints of how madness could unfold from one room to another, alternative suggestions of what a museum galleries can look like, puzzles that compose by decomposing the mysteries at hand, optical illusions that simultaneously reveal what is and what is not to the naked eye, and more. The exhibition will be on view from Thursday, May 15, through Tuesday, May 27.
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Tue, May 20
5:00 pm
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Opening Receptions, May 20, 2025, 05/20/2025, Group Illustration Show that Twists Time and Space: The Visit to the Museum

Movie in a Park | Identity, Migration, and Memory: Three Short Documentaries Exploring American Chinatowns


Luka Yuanyuan Yang is a visual artist and filmmaker whose practice, characterized by interwoven documentary and archival materials, addresses themes of identity, migration, and memory, challenging conventional historical narratives and amplifying overlooked voices. During a year-long research trip across the US in 2018, Yang was captivated by the rich history of migration and adaptation in America's Chinatowns. From 1882 until the 1950s, due to the Chinese Exclusion Act and racial discrimination, Chinese Americans were largely confined to Chinatowns. During this same period, Yang began researching the stories of Chinese women in 20th-century American performing arts, seeking to uncover the experiences of Chinese women performers whose stories have been forgotten or misunderstood by history. Yang's exploration of these neighborhoods, the Chinese diaspora, and performing artists has become the central focus of her short films and feature film Chinatown Cha-Cha, and her recently published artist book Dance in Herland. In a time of rising threats to America's Chinatowns, the artist brings generations together through film, dance, and dialogue. For this screening, Yang presents Tales of Chinatown, an exhibition of three of her short films: Cantonese Tunes on Mott Street (2022), The Lady From Shanghai (2019), and Tales of Chinatown (2019). By following her protagonists on the streets, through their communities, and into their homes, Yang amplifies the voices of those often denied the chance to share their own stories--individuals who have been forgotten, silenced, or misinterpreted.
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Movie in a Parks, May 20, 2025, 05/20/2025, Identity, Migration, and Memory: Three Short Documentaries Exploring American Chinatowns

Party | Make New Friends Playing Board Games Outdoors


Organizers bring a wider selection of board games to the Games Cart at this event, with games like Ticket to Ride, Carcassonne, Catan, King of Tokyo and more. Not sure what to play? The Games Hosts can help you find the perfect game and match up players!
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Tue, May 20
5:00 pm
Free
Partys, May 20, 2025, 05/20/2025, Make New Friends Playing Board Games Outdoors

Author Reading | Sexy Selfies as Protest: Reclaiming Consent and Visibility


Celebrate the launch of Sexy Selfie Nation, the latest book by acclaimed author and feminist thinker Leora Tanenbaum. In a dynamic conversation, Tanenbaum will be joined by activist Lizzie Asher--who is leading the fight to overturn the "voluntary intoxication exclusion" that denies justice to sexual assault survivors--and Norma Buster, sex worker, survivor, and champion for sexual agency and bodily autonomy. Together, they will explore how to reclaim the narrative around sexy selfies, address the intersections of consent, visibility, and empowerment, and confront the urgent challenges facing women's rights today.
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Tue, May 20
5:00 pm
Free
Author Readings, May 20, 2025, 05/20/2025, Sexy Selfies as Protest: Reclaiming Consent and Visibility

Workshop | Learn to Juggle, All Skill Levels Welcome


THis juggling class is ideal for a quick lesson, an extended practice session, or just enjoy watching jugglers put their skills to the test. They’re a friendly group and open to drop-ins, even if you catch them outside of the regular juggling lessons. All skill levels welcome. Equipment is provided.
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Workshops, May 20, 2025, 05/20/2025, Learn to Juggle, All Skill Levels Welcome

Concert | Outdoor Dance Class with Live Music: Cuban Dance Music at the Turn of the 20th Century


The American Symphony Orchestra is a New York-based American orchestra, founded in 1962, dedicated to providing great music for everyone. At this concert, the ASO will perform Cuban dance music of yesteryear. Percussionist-composer Javier Diaz -- whose studio credits include Steven Spielberg's West Side Story and Lin-Manuel Miranda's In The Heights -- has curated the program. Salon 1898: Cuban Dance Music at the Turn of the Twentieth Century will feature danzas, contradanzas, danzones, rumbas, ragtime, and early jazz. This performance will mark the world premiere of Diaz's unique arrangements for violin, cello, bass, flute, clarinet, trumpet, tuba, and percussion.
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Concerts, May 20, 2025, 05/20/2025, Outdoor Dance Class with Live Music: Cuban Dance Music at the Turn of the 20th Century

Workshop | Power Hour Outdoor Wellness Session: 3K Recovery Run


This outdoor wellness session is designed to energize your body and mind. This run focuses on muscle recovery, reducing soreness, and preventing stiffness while promoting blood flow. It’s also a great way to give your mind a break from intense training days—helping you reset, recharge, and feel refreshed.
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Workshops, May 20, 2025, 05/20/2025, Power Hour Outdoor&nbsp;Wellness Session:&nbsp;3K Recovery Run

Staged Reading | Potliqka: Black in the Antebellum South


A three-act epic about Black history in the Antebellum South, spanning from 1790-1820, following James Hemmings, the founding father of soul food; a southern family--Esther, Freeman, and Missy (based on young Malinda Russell, the first Black woman to publish a cookbook in 1866); and Abina Kisi, Yawo Abayie, and Ama Nanny, a family who remembers the Middle Passage and their stolen Ghanaian culture. It's a story of love, loss, and freedom, told one plate at a time. Written by Celeste Jennings .
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Staged Readings, May 20, 2025, 05/20/2025, Potliqka: Black in the Antebellum South

Park Walk | Discover the History & Design of One of New York's Most Unique Park


Hear the story behind New York City's park in the sky: an insider's perspective on the park's history, design, and landscape.
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Park Walks, May 20, 2025, 05/20/2025, Discover the History & Design of One of New York's Most Unique Park

Workshop | Mat Pilates for Movement and Flexibility


A strengthening and lengthening exercise that focuses on conditioning your core muscles while also training your arms and legs. This class incorporates key Pilates principles such as postural alignment, breathing, strength, controlled movement and flexibility. This class is perfect for beginners but intermediate and advanced movers will also benefit. Bring your own mat.
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Workshops, May 20, 2025, 05/20/2025, Mat Pilates for Movement and Flexibility

Party | Play Bridge in a Stress-Free Environment


The card game of Bridge requires four people to play: two teams of two people. Join the group with your bridge partner, or you will be matched with someone to play as a pair. If you would like to learn how to play bridge, organizers can offer some instruction, and you can observe others.
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Partys, May 20, 2025, 05/20/2025, Play Bridge in a Stress-Free Environment

Other | Antiques and Inventions in the Park


Witness this traveling interactive exhibition of antiques and inventions. Come meet Denny, the Museum's curator, who inspires kids and adults to explore their curiosities. Offerings and objects will change throughout the season, so swing by each week to see what's on display!
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Author Reading | Award-Winning Journalist/Author Discusses Book on Malcolm X


In celebration of the hundredth anniversary of Malcolm X's birth, this community center is hosting an in-depth conversation with award-winning journalist and author Mark Whitaker, who will discuss his latest book, The Afterlife of Malcolm X: An Outcast Turned Icon’s Enduring Impact on America. In this groundbreaking work, Whitaker examines how Malcolm’s legacy has grown and shifted in the decades since his assassination—shaping movements, minds, and memory across generations. Journalist and educator, Linda Villarosa, will moderate the conversation. Book signing will follow.
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Author Readings, May 20, 2025, 05/20/2025, Award-Winning Journalist/Author Discusses Book on Malcolm X

Talk | Bestselling Author Chris Pavone  Presents His New Thriller: The Doorman


A pulse-pounding novel of class, privilege, sex, and murder, New York Times bestselling author Chris Pavone presents The Doorman. Chicky Diaz is everyone’s favorite doorman at the Bohemia, the most famous apartment house in the world, home of celebrities, financiers, and New York’s cultural elite.  Meanwhile, gathered in the Bohemia’s bowels, the building’s almost entirely Black and Hispanic, working-class staff is taking in the news that that just a few miles uptown, a Black man has been killed by the police, leading to a demonstration, a counterdemonstration, and a long night of violence across the tinderbox city. As Chicky changes into his uniform for tonight’s shift, he finds himself breaking a cardinal rule of the job: tonight, he’ll be carrying a gun, bought only hours earlier, but before he knew of the pandemonium taking over the city. Tonight in the city, enemies will clash, loyalties will be tested, secrets will be revealed—and lives will be lost. Chris Pavone is the author of The Paris Diversion, The Travelers, The Accident, and The Expats. His novels have appeared on the bestseller lists of The New York Times, USA Today, and The Wall Street Journal; have won both the Edgar and Anthony awards; are in development for film and television; and have been translated into two dozen languages. 
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Talks, May 20, 2025, 05/20/2025, Bestselling Author&nbsp;Chris Pavone&nbsp; Presents His New Thriller:&nbsp;The Doorman

Park Walk | Guided Tour through Park on the Water


Docents lead a walking tour to learn about the history of the Brooklyn waterfront, the area's sustainable design and ecology, and how the park came to life!
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Park Walks, May 20, 2025, 05/20/2025, Guided Tour through Park on the Water

Workshop | Origami Group Meet-Up


This event is for people to come together and share in the beautiful art of Origami--an ancient art of folding various mediums, most commonly paper. The word comes from the combination of the Japanese verb oru (to fold) and the noun kami (paper). Other materials often folded are fabric, wire mesh, sheet metal, tissue, thin plastic, cardboard, and straws.This group meets to teach each other new models and share paper, books, and tips. This meeting is free and open to all level of folders from beginner to advanced. There will be free paper available to share. You may choose to bring your own paper and books and just show up and fold! If you have models you would like to learn, or teach, let the organizers know, and they will try our best to accommodate.
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Dance Performance | Open Performance Showcase of New Work


A program of non-curated shared showings of experimentation and work-in-process, for artists at all stages of their development selected through a randomized lottery. The events are centered around a moderated discussion between the artists and audience providing an opportunity to experiment with different feedback methods to support and inform the artists’ process. Artists: Frances Koper, Hannah Littman, Seamus Slattery, and Jackie Bramhall-Heck
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Screening | The Holocaust, 80 Years On (2025): Holocaust Documentary + Q&A


Marking the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the Holocaust death camps, renowned historian Sir Simon Schama confronts the history of the Holocaust as not just a Nazi obsession, but as a Europe-wide crime. Schama visits mass killing sites in Lithuania, the home of his mother's family. He travels to the Netherlands, a nation famed for its long history of tolerance and where he lived and worked as a young historian, to answer the question of why fewer Jews survived here than in any other Western occupied country. The film also captures the emotional toll of Schama's first-ever visit to Auschwitz-Birkenau. At this screening of the documentary film, there will be a discussion and Q&A with Simon Schama and Tina Brown.
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Tue, May 20
7:30 pm
Free
Screenings, May 20, 2025, 05/20/2025, The Holocaust, 80 Years On (2025): Holocaust Documentary + Q&A

Theater | The Imaginary Invalid: Moliere's Comedy-Ballet Starring Broadway Actor


Argan is ill. But is he? Argan is dying. But aren't we all? Argan wants absolute control. But is that ever achievable? After a series of upside down attempts to snap him out of it, a solution is found. But will it save him? The Imaginary Invalid is the last play that legendary French playwright Moliere wrote and was originally conceived as a Comedy-Ballet where theater, dance, and music are intertwined. It explores the fear of disease and the exploitation it breeds through infinitely humorous dialogue and in-your-face satire. This production will feature original choreography by FlexN dancer Cal Hunt, original music by cellist Johnathan Moore, and stars Tony and Olivier Award nominee Sahr Ngaujah. Director and Translator: Lucie Tiberghien Choreographer and Dancer: Cal Hunt Composer and Cellist: Johnathan Moore Cast: Dante Bonner, Mary Bacon, Rory Furey-King, Doron JePaul, Naomi Lorrain, Sahr Ngaujah, Shayvawn Webster
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Theaters, May 20, 2025, 05/20/2025, The Imaginary Invalid: Moliere's Comedy-Ballet Starring Broadway Actor

Classical Music | Emerging Composers Exhibit New, Original Works


Former Kaufman Music Center Fellow, Azalea Twining, and The Tank opera-writer Anna Heflin showcase their new compositions: a new song cycle and a one-act opera. Program Azalea Twining Enough Rope (World Premiere) Anna Heflin The Wonderland Series
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Concerts, May 20, 2025, 05/20/2025, Emerging Composers Exhibit New, Original Works

Workshop | Stargazing in the Park


Immerse yourself in the wonders of the night sky. The friendly team from the Amateur Astronomers Association will be there with high-powered telescopes, ready to reveal the secrets of the cosmos.
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8:15 pm
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Workshop | Morning Yoga in the Fresh Air


Move, stretch, and start your morning off right with this open-level vinyasa class taught by Frances Burch. Please bring your own yoga mat, and organizers recommend a bottle of water and towel.
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Workshops, May 21, 2025, 05/21/2025, Morning Yoga&nbsp;in the Fresh Air

Park Walk | Discover the History & Design of One of New York's Most Unique Park


Hear the story behind New York City's park in the sky: an insider's perspective on the park's history, design, and landscape.
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Park Walks, May 21, 2025, 05/21/2025, Discover the History & Design of One of New York's Most Unique Park

Workshop | Figure Drawing in the Park


This event offers a unique setting to observe and sketch the human figure. Each week a model will strike short and long poses for participants to draw. An artist/ educator will offer constructive suggestions and critique. Drawing materials provided, and artists are encouraged to bring their own favorite media.
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Workshops, May 21, 2025, 05/21/2025, Figure Drawing in the Park

Fair | Midtown Street Fair


Celebrate community, creativity, and culture at this vibrant street fair! Discover a colorful mix of artisan goods, live entertainment, and educational activities. This lively outdoor event highlights the diversity and spirit of the neighborhood while supporting local nonprofits, merchant associations, and community organizations.
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10:00 am
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Fairs, May 21, 2025, 05/21/2025, Midtown Street Fair

Museums | New York City: History, Architecture, Social Movements, Cultural Diversity


This museum holds over 1,5 million artifacts, including photographs, paintings, decorative arts, costumes, and documents that tell the story of New York's development and its inhabitants. Explore the galleries and discover the rich history and vibrant culture of New York City!
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Workshop | Learn to Juggle, All Skill Levels Welcome


THis juggling class is ideal for a quick lesson, an extended practice session, or just enjoy watching jugglers put their skills to the test. They’re a friendly group and open to drop-ins, even if you catch them outside of the regular juggling lessons. All skill levels welcome. Equipment is provided.
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12:00 pm
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Workshops, May 21, 2025, 05/21/2025, Learn to Juggle, All Skill Levels Welcome

Tour | New York City Hall Guided Tour


One of the oldest continuously used city halls in the nation that still houses its original governmental functions, New York's City Hall is considered one of the finest architectural achievements of its period. Constructed from 1803 to 1812, the building was an early expression of the City's cosmopolitanism. City Hall is a designated New York City landmark, and its rotunda is also a designated interior landmark. Note: When registering, choose the "Individual Tour" option.
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Wed, May 21
12:00 pm
Free
Tours, May 21, 2025, 05/21/2025, New York City Hall Guided Tour

Museums | Tiffany Glass and Other Exhibitions


The museum is dedicated to showcasing the history, art, and culture of its area with a permanent collection of 10,000 items. One of the exhibitions includes famous Tiffany's leaded glass objects and a valuable insight into the development of the inuctry in the US at the turn of the 20th century.
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Wed, May 21
12:00 pm
Pay-what-you-wish, reservation required
Museumss, May 21, 2025, 05/21/2025, Tiffany Glass and Other Exhibitions

Concert | Piano in the Park: Jazz


A five, six, seven, eight... Come on down and swing along to the best ragtime, stride, and jazz the Big Apple has to offer. The park is proud to present a special performance by Yuka Aikawa. Pianist and composer Yuka Aikawa began playing piano at the age of five in her native country, Japan. She's received the prestigious Michael Feinstein Award for "Outstanding Talent." You can hear Yuka at various jazz clubs in and around the New York area, as an accompanist for jazz choir The Lance Hayward Singers, or on Carline Ray's beautiful album Vocal Sides. Yuka's new trio album, Clouds and Water, has been released in Japan, where she tours every year.
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12:30 pm
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Concerts, May 21, 2025, 05/21/2025, Piano in the Park: Jazz

Workshop | Adult Chorus Session Open to All


Directed by Church Street School of Music, the Downtown Beats adult chorus is open to all who love to sing! Learn contemporary and classic songs and perform at community events throughout the year.
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1:00 pm
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Workshops, May 21, 2025, 05/21/2025, Adult Chorus Session Open to All

Jazz | Jazz Standards from The American Songbook in an Art Gallery


Guitarist Bill Wurtzel has played worldwide with many jazz legends, including the Count Basie Countsmen, Wild Bill Davis, Bill Doggett, Jimmy McGriff, the Harlem Blues & Jazz Band, singers Gloria Lynne and Terri Thornton, as well as Paul Simon. Capacity for this program is limited; to ensure your space, organizers strongly recommend you arrive early.
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Wed, May 21
1:00 pm
Free
Concerts, May 21, 2025, 05/21/2025, Jazz Standards from The American Songbook in an Art Gallery

Classical Music | Orchestra & Choir Works by J.S. Bach: Popular & Sacred Pieces


Trinity Choir and Trinity Baroque Orchestra, led by organist Avi Stein, highlight Bach's beautiful Ich hab in Gottes Herz und Sinn (cantata 92), a sacred work that references the soul's surrender as the way to heaven. Then glory in the masterful Brandenburg Concerto No. 5 in D Major -- Bach's first major work for solo harpsichord and orchestra. The wildly popular Brandenburg Concertos gave almost every period instrument a place to shine, and the fifth spotlights the flute, violin, and harpsichord -- which it moves into the limelight with an unforgettable cadenza (a technically brilliant passage) unlike anything of its time.
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Wed, May 21
1:00 pm
Free
Concerts, May 21, 2025, 05/21/2025, Orchestra & Choir Works by J.S. Bach: Popular & Sacred Pieces

Film | The Russia House (1990): Spy Film with Sean Connery and Michelle Pfeiffer


During the Cold War, a Soviet editor asks a British publisher to print an explosive manuscript detailing the status of Russia's nuclear capabilities. Director: Fred Schepisi Cast: Sean Connery, Michelle Pfeiffer, Roy Scheider, James Fox, John Mahoney Sir Thomas Sean Connery was a Scottish actor, notable as the first actor to portray secret agent James Bond in film, starring in seven Bond films. Over the course of his carer, Connery received various accolades, including an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor (the first Scottish actor to win the achievement), the Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actor - Motion Picture, andthe BAFTA Award for Best Actor. He's also received honorary awards like the Cecil B. DeMille Award in 1987, the BAFTA Fellowship in 1998, and the Kennedy Center Honors in 1999. Michelle Pfeiffer is an American actress, a major star in Hollywood during the 1980s and 1990s, with her performances earning her numerous accolades, including a Golden Globe and a British Academy Film Award,plus nominations for three Academy Awards and a Primetime Emmy.
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Wed, May 21
2:00 pm
Free
Films, May 21, 2025, 05/21/2025, The Russia House (1990): Spy Film with Sean Connery and Michelle Pfeiffer

Museums | Afternoon in a Magnificent Small Museum


Internationally recognized as a premier museum and research center, this museum is known for its distinguished Old Master paintings and outstanding examples of European sculpture and decorative arts.
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Kids | Art in the Park


Explore your creative side with craft projects for kids of all ages and abilities. Activities change weekly, so you never know what crafts will be waiting!
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Wed, May 21
3:00 pm
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Museums | Learn about the Modern Skyscraper with an Expert


This event is gallery tour exploring the modern concrete skyscraper, which examines the hidden history of concrete in tall buildings. This exhibition reveals why, today, almost all skyscrapers are built of concrete, not steel.
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Concert | Pop-Up Music in the Park: Award-Winning Brass Band


Dance, sing, and celebrate with Triad Brass--a pop-up party brass band of award-winning musicians bringing you songs from the seventies, numbers from the noughties, and something for everyone in-between.
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Concerts, May 21, 2025, 05/21/2025, Pop-Up Music in the Park: Award-Winning Brass Band

Book Club | Novella Discussion Joseph Roth's Rebellion


During this novella discussion, the group will focus on Joseph Roth's 1924 novella, Rebellion. "Rebellion is reminiscent of Chekhov in its uncluttered, melancholy simplicity, while its sense of the larger, crushing incomprehensibility of things echoes Roth's older contemporary, Frank Kafka." --Richard Bernstein, The New York Times Synopsis: When Andreas Pum returns from World War I, he has lost a leg but gained a medal. But unlike his fellow sufferers, Pum maintains his unswerving faith in God, Government, and Authority. Ironically, after a dispute, Pum is imprisoned as a rebel, and all that he believed in is now thrown into upheaval. Moving along at a breakneck clip, Rebellion captures the cynicism and upheavals of a postwar society. Its jazz-like cadences mix with social commentary to create a wise parable about justice and society.
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4:30 pm
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Book Clubs, May 21, 2025, 05/21/2025, Novella Discussion Joseph Roth's Rebellion

Film | Vishniac (2023): Documentary on Pre-WWII Jewish Photographer


Vishniac is about Russian-American photographer Roman Vishniac, who's best known for traveling through Eastern Europe from 1935 to 1938, photographing Jewish life in Eastern Europe. Few predicted that less than a decade later, these communities would be destroyed, and that Vishniac’s photographs would provide the last visual records of an entire world. He was a pioneer of microscopic photography and one of the first to use photography as a documentary tool. As anti-Semitism grew in his native Russia, he fled to Berlin, only to flee again to New York when the Nazis came to power. Throughout his journey, he never put his camera down. His daughter and grandchildren tell the intimate (and traumatic) family story of the man who became one of the world’s most renowned nature photographers. The film features his stunning photographs for Life magazine, as well as tragically moving images of life in Jewish towns just before the Holocaust. The purpose of the photographs was to raise funds for impoverished Jewish communities, and he later continued his efforts using these images to draw the attention of the American government to the terrible fate of Jews in Europe during the war. His legacy also includes portraits of celebrities--Albert Einstein's favorite portrait was of himself painted by Vishniac. Director: Laura Bialis
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Films, May 21, 2025, 05/21/2025, Vishniac (2023): Documentary on Pre-WWII Jewish Photographer

Movie in a Park | Identity, Migration, and Memory: Three Short Documentaries Exploring American Chinatowns


Luka Yuanyuan Yang is a visual artist and filmmaker whose practice, characterized by interwoven documentary and archival materials, addresses themes of identity, migration, and memory, challenging conventional historical narratives and amplifying overlooked voices. During a year-long research trip across the US in 2018, Yang was captivated by the rich history of migration and adaptation in America's Chinatowns. From 1882 until the 1950s, due to the Chinese Exclusion Act and racial discrimination, Chinese Americans were largely confined to Chinatowns. During this same period, Yang began researching the stories of Chinese women in 20th-century American performing arts, seeking to uncover the experiences of Chinese women performers whose stories have been forgotten or misunderstood by history. Yang's exploration of these neighborhoods, the Chinese diaspora, and performing artists has become the central focus of her short films and feature film Chinatown Cha-Cha, and her recently published artist book Dance in Herland. In a time of rising threats to America's Chinatowns, the artist brings generations together through film, dance, and dialogue. For this screening, Yang presents Tales of Chinatown, an exhibition of three of her short films: Cantonese Tunes on Mott Street (2022), The Lady From Shanghai (2019), and Tales of Chinatown (2019). By following her protagonists on the streets, through their communities, and into their homes, Yang amplifies the voices of those often denied the chance to share their own stories--individuals who have been forgotten, silenced, or misinterpreted.
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Party | Play Settlers of Catan: All Levels Welcome


Play one of the most popular board games in the world. Organizers welcome players of all levels to this social! These socials are limited to 16 players, with 2 rounds. Organizers ask that participants arrive 15 minutes early to sign up.
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Lecture | Women Who Shaped NYC's Nightlife and Cultural Revolutions (Online)


From Billie Holiday's haunting performance of Strange Fruit to Sylvia Robinson's game-changing introduction of hip hop at Webster Hall, women have long transformed nightlife into a platform for cultural and political change. This virtual lecture explores the legacy of female nightlife activists who, through taverns, clubs, speakeasies, and dance floors, challenged norms, united communities, and influenced the city's cultural landscape. The program highlights icons such as Norma Miller, who revolutionized swing dance, and Patti Astor, who brought graffiti and New Wave art into the mainstream. These vibrant figures used nightlife as a powerful stage to amplify voices, celebrate subcultures, and reshape the social fabric.
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Wed, May 21
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Book Signing | A Celebration of Asian Diaspora Creativity: Book Launch + Exhibition


Celebrate the launch of Kathy Huang's new book Wonder Women: Art of the Asian Diaspora with an evening of art, games, and community. The festivities include a book signing, a special after-hours viewing of Zoé Blue M.’s solo exhibition Hard Boiled, games hosted by Mahjong Mistress, food by Nom Wah, and drinks by Kung Fu Tea. Copies of Wonder Women will be available for purchase at the gallery.
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Party | Board Games Meet-Up


Play a variety of board games, including Scrabble, Chess, Boggle, Bananagrams, Scattergories, and more! Bring a friend or join on your own—all levels are welcome. Studies have shown that playing board games can have positive effects on your mental, emotional, and physical health, including: •    Improving memory and focus •    Enhancing critical thinking skills •    Making connections •    Reducing stress (and screen time!)
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Dancing | Salsa Social in the Park 


Join a vibrant community of dancers at this weekly salsa social, open to all ages and experience levels. The evening begins with a free introductory class from 6–6:30 PM, followed by open dancing led by the dynamic instructors of Mi Salsa Dura Baile.
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Wed, May 21
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Workshop | Sunset Yoga in the Park


Namaste! Unwind from the day with outdoor yoga. Immerse yourself in this meditative practice- surrounded by the Hudson's peaceful aura. Strengthen the body and cultivate awareness in a relaxed environment as your instructor guides you through alignments and poses. All levels are welcome. Bringing your own mat is encouraged, as provided accessories are first come first serve.
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Concert | When Folksongs Bring Freedom: Performance by Renowned Bassist, Hilliard Greene


Acclaimed bassist Hilliard Greene presents a performance and workshop highlighting the beauty and significance of Negro spirituals associated with the Underground Railroad. Greene explores this uniquely American genre through words and music, featuring songs like Swing Low Sweet Chariot, Wade in the Water, Deep River, Go Down Moses, and Michael Row the Boat Ashore. Greene, celebrated for his solo contrabass work and known for collaborations with legendary jazz vocalist Jimmy Scott, brings powerful history and artistry to this performance. Note: Adult program; ages 18+ renowned
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Book Discussion | Fifty Years of Form: Fred Sandback’s Dialogue with Dia


This event marks the launch of Interaction, a scholarly volume tracing Fred Sandback’s five-decade relationship with Dia Art Foundation. Through archival research, critical essays, and dialogues featuring Matilde Guidelli-Guidi and Curtis Harvey, the publication examines how the foundation's institutional framework shaped Sandback’s spatial and conceptual investigations. A conversation with the authors will be introduced by Director Jessica Morgan and moderated by Deputy Director of Programs Humberto Moro.
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Talk | Monuments and the American Identity Discussion


How have monuments and museums helped construct Americans’ public subconscious about race, class, gender, and history writ large? Panelists will discuss the rise and fall of public art, the healing potential of newly commissioned projects, the expanding role of museums, and the challenges currently confronting activists and artists. Irvin Weathersby, Jr. is a Brooklyn-based writer and professor from New Orleans. His work has been featured on ABC News Live Prime, at the Brooklyn Museum, in the Los Angeles Times, Elle, LitHub, Guernica, Esquire, the Atlantic, EBONY, and elsewhere. He has received fellowships and awards from the Voices of Our Nations Arts Foundation, the Research Foundation of CUNY, the Bread Loaf Writers' Conference, the American Council of Learned Societies, and the Mellon Foundation. In Open Contempt is his first book. Erin L. Thompson, America’s only professor of art crime, holds a PhD in Art History and a law degree, and is a professor at City University of New York. She has spoken about monuments controversies with outlets including the New Yorker, New York Times, CSPAN, and “The Today Show.” Stephen Colbert and John Oliver have referenced her work. Her book Smashing Statues: The Rise and Fall of American Public Monuments, was published in 2022. She is now completing a book about antiquities forgeries.
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Wed, May 21
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Poetry Reading | Multilingual Poetry: What is Quantum Poetics?


This event introduces the concepts of Quantum Age Poetry and Quantum Poetics to the general public. The presentation will explore how these innovative poetic frameworks relate to multilingual and translingual poetries. Featured poets: Dima Pevzner is known for his work as a poet, songwriter, composer, and experimental filmmaker. His latest works have been met with acclaim. For the past year, Dima co-hosted Out of the Box Multilingual Poetry Series at Bowery Poetry Club (with Igor Satanovsky and Anton Yakovlev). Igor Satanovsky is a poet, editor, curator, visual artist, and award-winning book designer. Igor is the author of nine collections of poetry and a recipient of the 2021 David Burliuk Prize for experimental poetry. He founded the annual International Zaum Day (2014), organized the New York DADA Poetry Centennial (2016), and Berlin/New York/Kyiv: Poetry Fest Against Russian Invasion of Ukraine, and contributed notes to multiple editions of A Dictionary of the Avant-Gardes. Anton Yakovlev’s poetry collection One Night We Will No Longer Bear the Ocean was published in 2024. His chapbook Chronos Dines Alone won the James Tate Poetry Prize. The Last Poet of the Village, a book of translations of poetry by Sergei Yeseni.  Yakovlev is also the author of Ordinary Impalers and two prior chapbooks. Poet, translator and essayist, Murat Nemet-Nejat has written several published works, including The Spiritual Life of Replicants and Animals of Dawn; the translation of the Turkish poet Seyhan Erozçelik’s Rosestrikes and Coffee Grinds (; and the editing of Eda: An Anthology of Contemporary Turkish Poetry and the essays “Dear Charles, Letters from a Turk: Mayan Letters, Herman Meliville and Eda” (Spuyten Duyvil, 2016) and “Holiness and Jewish Rebellion:’Questions of Accent,’ Twenty Years Afterward."
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Wed, May 21
6:30 pm
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Workshop | Open Level Zumba Class in the Sky 


Move to salsa, merengue, cumbia, and Bachata rhythms, and more in this Latin-inspired dance fitness session. Comfortable clothes and shoes are recommended. Open to all—no experience necessary.
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Performance | Stories in Water 


Join artist Jumana Emil Abboud for a storytelling performance exploring myth, memory, and our ties to water. Developed through workshops, A River’s Keepers invites participants and audiences to reflect on personal and collective relationships to rivers and streams through spoken word and collaborative mark-making.
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Screening | The Cosmic Distance Ladder: For Anyone Interested in Math, Astronomy, Discovery - at a Museum


How do we measure the cosmos? How far is the Moon? The stars? Distant galaxies? Discover the math behind the universe in this special screening of The Cosmic Distance Ladder. Join the screening and discussion offering a rare opportunity to explore how mathematics allows us to measure distances across the universe. From ancient geometry to modern astrophysics, this visual journey reveals the logic, creativity, and scientific breakthroughs that have helped us map the universe.
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Wed, May 21
7:00 pm
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Screenings, May 21, 2025, 05/21/2025, The Cosmic Distance Ladder: For Anyone Interested in Math, Astronomy, Discovery - at a Museum

Poetry Reading | Celebrate New Releases from Prize-Winning Poets


Celebrate the newest publications from Elaine Equi and Joanna Fuhrman! Elaine Equi’s Out of the Blank moves through familial relationships, time, and the body with her signature wit and curiosity. Fuhrman confronts the foreign landscape of the online world in Data Mind, while remixing the traditional trope with her signature comic and surrealist flair. Reception to follow. Copies of Out of the Blank and Data Mind will be available for purchase.
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Wed, May 21
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Play | Drama Set in the 70's


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Wed, May 21
7:00 pm
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Movie in a Park | Thelma under the Night Sky


When 93-year-old Thelma Post falls victim to a phone scam, she refuses to be just another statistic. Determined to reclaim her stolen money, Thelma embarks on a daring quest across Los Angeles, enlisting the help of her old friend Ben. Together, they navigate unexpected challenges, proving that age is just a number when seeking justice. Inspired by a true story, this heartwarming action-comedy showcases the resilience and spirit of its unlikely heroine. Director: Josh Margolin Cast: June Squibb, Fred Hechinger, Parker Posey, Richard Roundtree Grab a blanket and enjoy a movie in a neighborhood park! Movies begin at dusk. Glass bottles and alcoholic beverages are strictly prohibited. The screening may be canceled in the event of heavy rain or extreme weather. This is part of the Movies Under the Stars series.
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Wed, May 21
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Play | Enchanting Theater About Famous Figure of 19 Century France


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Wed, May 21
7:30 pm
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Play | Legal Drama about Famous Figure of the 20th Century


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Wed, May 21
7:30 pm
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Play | Two Dramas: Missed Connections and Dangerous Games


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Wed, May 21
7:30 pm
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Jazz | Ten Time Grammy Winner at a Legendary Jazz Club


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Wed, May 21
8:30 pm
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Fair | Street Fair


Celebrate community, creativity, and culture at this vibrant street fair! Discover a colorful mix of artisan goods, live entertainment, and educational activities. This lively outdoor event highlights the diversity and spirit of the neighborhood while supporting local nonprofits, merchant associations, and community organizations.
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Thu, May 22
10:00 am
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Fairs, May 22, 2025, 05/22/2025, Street Fair

Tour | Garment District Tour: Factories, Gangsters, Labor Unions, and More


Hear an unusual perspective from someone who spent the greater portion of his life working in the GARMENT industry. You'll learn how the apparel industry developed in NYC through the years, and how it came to be located in its current District. Watch the development of the industry from sweatshops in the old tenement buildings on the Lower East Side, to giant factories in China and Bangladesh. See how immigrants were the backbone of the industry and in NYC, still are. Five minute flow chart "From Fibers To Garment". Learn about Calvin, Ralph and Oscar, as well as Labor Unions and Gangsters. If available, you'll visit a factory!. See "The Garment Worker'' by Judith Weller, The Fashion Walk of Fame. The Giant Button and Needle artwork on Seventh Ave. And much more. Rain or shine.
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Thu, May 22
10:30 am
Free
Tours, May 22, 2025, 05/22/2025, Garment District Tour: Factories, Gangsters, Labor Unions, and More

Film | The Crimson Kimono (1959): Crime Film Noir Drama


Two LA detectives, inseparable friends since their time in Korea, are assigned to investigate the murder of a burlesque dancer. Their friendship is tested when they both fall for the same woman. Director: Samuel Fuller Cast: James Shigeta, Glenn Corbett, Victoria Shaw
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Thu, May 22
11:00 am
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Films, May 22, 2025, 05/22/2025, The Crimson Kimono (1959): Crime Film Noir Drama

Workshop | Learn to Juggle, All Skill Levels Welcome


THis juggling class is ideal for a quick lesson, an extended practice session, or just enjoy watching jugglers put their skills to the test. They’re a friendly group and open to drop-ins, even if you catch them outside of the regular juggling lessons. All skill levels welcome. Equipment is provided.
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Thu, May 22
12:00 pm
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Workshop | Watercolor in the Park


Every Thursday, bring your lunch and sketch alongside local artist Nick Golebiewski! Materials provided.
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Thu, May 22
12:00 pm
Free
Workshops, May 22, 2025, 05/22/2025, Watercolor in the Park

Talk | Bestselling Author David Denby Discusses His Latest Book (Online!)


Julie Salamon (New York Times bestselling author) sits down with writer David Denby to discuss his latest book, Eminent Jews: Bernstein, Brooks, Friedan, Mailer. David Denby is the New York Times bestselling author of Great Books. His other books include American Sucker and Lit Up. He was a film critic for New York magazine and The New Yorker, where he is now a staff writer. His essays have appeared in The New Republic and The Atlantic.
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Thu, May 22
12:30 pm
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Talks, May 22, 2025, 05/22/2025, Bestselling Author David Denby Discusses His Latest Book (Online!)

Dancing | Contemporary Dance Ensemble Performance & Community Dance Party


This is an inclusive community dance event . Come together to celebrate diversity, unity, and of course, dance! Whether you're a seasoned dancer or just love to groove, this event is for you. Get ready to move, laugh, and make new friends. Attendees will learn how to spread joy and positivity through the power of dance. The first part of this event is a dance performance by the Stafanie Nelson Dancegroup, the second part is an audience dance party!
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Thu, May 22
12:30 pm
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Dancings, May 22, 2025, 05/22/2025, Contemporary Dance Ensemble Performance & Community Dance Party

Classical Music | Skeletons of the Opera: Harpsichord Music Transformed (In Person AND Online!)


Famously described as "two skeletons copulating on a tin roof," the harpsichord has at times been undersold for its dramatic capabilities. Harpsichordists Elliot Figg and Caitlyn Koester, howver, tell another tale... keyboard opera transcriptions begin alongside the earliest operas. Baroque opera finds a continuous history with modern historically-informed transcriptions. Figg and Koester blend historical transcriptions with their own for a program that moves the skeletons from the rooftop into the opera house.
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Thu, May 22
1:15 pm
Free
Concerts, May 22, 2025, 05/22/2025, Skeletons of the Opera: Harpsichord Music Transformed (In Person AND Online!)

Film | The Birdcage (1996): Comedy Film Starring Robin Williams, Gene Hackman, Nathan Lane, Dianne Wiest


A gay cabaret owner and his drag queen companion agree to put up a false straight front so that their son can introduce them to his fiancee's right-wing, conservative parents. Director: Mike Nichols Cast: Robin Williams, Gene Hackman, Nathan Lane, Dianne Wiest Robin Williams was an American actor and comedian known for his improvisational skills and the wide variety of characters he created on the spur of the moment and portrayed on film, in dramas and comedies alike. He is regarded as one of the greatest comedians of all time. He received numerous accolades including an Academy Award, two Primetime Emmy Awards, six Golden Globe Awards, two Screen Actors Guild Awards, and five Grammy Awards.
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Thu, May 22
2:00 pm
Free
Films, May 22, 2025, 05/22/2025, The Birdcage (1996): Comedy Film Starring Robin Williams, Gene Hackman, Nathan Lane, Dianne Wiest

Film | The Hustler (1961): Sports Drama Film Starring Paul Newman


Paul Newman chalked up a Best Actor nomination as cocky young pool shark "Fast" Eddie Felson, who comes up against the cruelty of life as he negotiates the billiards underworld with the help of a wily mentor and a troubled girlfriend. This gritty Best Picture nominee earned two Oscar wins among its nine nominations. Newman reprised his role in Martin Scorsese's 1986 sequel "The Color of Money." Director:  Robert Rossen Cast: Paul Newman, Jackie Gleason, Piper Laurie, George C. Scott, Myron McCormick Paul Newman was an American actor, film director, race car driver, philanthropist, and entrepreneur. He was the recipient of numerous awards, including an Academy Award, a BAFTA Award, three Golden Globe Awards, a Screen Actors Guild Award, a Primetime Emmy Award, and more.
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2:00 pm
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Films, May 22, 2025, 05/22/2025, The Hustler (1961): Sports Drama Film Starring Paul Newman

Museums | Film and Television Industry: History, Artifacts, Interactive Displays


This museum is dedicated to the art, history, and technology of film, television, and digital media. It houses a diverse collection of industry related objects, including cameras, scripts, costumes, production materials, as well as interactive displays, and themed installations.
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Thu, May 22
2:00 pm
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Musical | Hit Show Musical Parody


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Thu, May 22
2:00 pm
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Book Discussion | The Art Spy: The Woman who Saved Art Masterpieces from Nazis (online)


Based on newly uncovered documents, The Art Spy tells the true story of Rose Valland, a brave Frenchwoman who risked her life during WWII to save priceless art from Nazi looting. Author Michelle Young talks about Valland's heroic efforts to protect cultural treasures.
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Thu, May 22
3:00 pm
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Book Discussions, May 22, 2025, 05/22/2025, The Art Spy: The Woman who Saved Art Masterpieces from Nazis (online)

Tour | Explore Hidden Worlds Through Nature and Discovery


Drop in for free open hours and investigate monthly educational themes. Observe local marine life in a 250-gallon aquarium, explore a large-scale park model, dive into crafts and reading, and more. Guided by expert educators, visitors of all ages are invited to uncover the hidden stories of the environment through hands-on activities and self-led exploration.
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Thu, May 22
3:00 pm
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Birdwatching | Evening Birding in the Park with NYC Audubon


Discover the surprising diversity of birds that call New York home during migratory season with guided tours by NYC Audubon, led by environmental educator and urban naturalist Gabriel Willow. This park is a hotspot for avian visitors and birders alike. Past sightings include warblers, tanagers, vireos, thrushes, and even a Chuck-will’s-widow!
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Thu, May 22
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Birdwatchings, May 22, 2025, 05/22/2025, Evening Birding in the Park&nbsp;with NYC Audubon

Movie in a Park | Identity, Migration, and Memory: Three Short Documentaries Exploring American Chinatowns


Luka Yuanyuan Yang is a visual artist and filmmaker whose practice, characterized by interwoven documentary and archival materials, addresses themes of identity, migration, and memory, challenging conventional historical narratives and amplifying overlooked voices. During a year-long research trip across the US in 2018, Yang was captivated by the rich history of migration and adaptation in America's Chinatowns. From 1882 until the 1950s, due to the Chinese Exclusion Act and racial discrimination, Chinese Americans were largely confined to Chinatowns. During this same period, Yang began researching the stories of Chinese women in 20th-century American performing arts, seeking to uncover the experiences of Chinese women performers whose stories have been forgotten or misunderstood by history. Yang's exploration of these neighborhoods, the Chinese diaspora, and performing artists has become the central focus of her short films and feature film Chinatown Cha-Cha, and her recently published artist book Dance in Herland. In a time of rising threats to America's Chinatowns, the artist brings generations together through film, dance, and dialogue. For this screening, Yang presents Tales of Chinatown, an exhibition of three of her short films: Cantonese Tunes on Mott Street (2022), The Lady From Shanghai (2019), and Tales of Chinatown (2019). By following her protagonists on the streets, through their communities, and into their homes, Yang amplifies the voices of those often denied the chance to share their own stories--individuals who have been forgotten, silenced, or misinterpreted.
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Thu, May 22
5:00 pm
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Movie in a Parks, May 22, 2025, 05/22/2025, Identity, Migration, and Memory: Three Short Documentaries Exploring American Chinatowns

Lecture | Learn about the Brain's Evolution and the Way People Learn


In this engaging lecture, Harvard Professor Chris Kuzawa will take attendees on a fascinating journey to uncover the "caloric price tag" of our uniquely complex brains and the way we learn. Professor Kuzawa and his team have discovered some surprising truths about when our brains dominate our body's energy budgets. It's not when we're newborns, even though babies have such large heads compared to their bodies. Instead, it's during childhood, when the brain is buzzing with activity as kids learn at lightning speed. These energy demands are so high that they outpace the energy that 5-year-olds expend on physical activity, and they account for an amazing two-thirds of the body's energy use at rest, which is a large enough caloric drain to influence how we grow. As the brain's energy needs peak, the body's growth slows down-- with growth and learning trading off for resources over time as kids get older. Indeed, our hungry brains help explain why our children grow at a pace more typical of a cold-blooded reptile than a warm-blooded mammal! These findings offer new glimpses into human evolution, including insights into how our ancestors evolved our energy-intensive form of thinking and learning. A key piece of this puzzle was the development of uniquely human strategies for childcare, like sharing food and raising children cooperatively, which helped meet our developing brains' high energy needs. Because the brain dominates the body's use of energy in childhood, this work is also providing new insights into contemporary societal and health issues, including nutritional needs during the school years, and patterns of weight gain and body composition. Don't miss this opportunity to learn about the incredible journey of our brain's evolution and its impact on our lives today.
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Thu, May 22
5:30 pm
Free
Lectures, May 22, 2025, 05/22/2025, Learn about the Brain's Evolution and the Way People Learn

Film | 24 Hour Party People (2002): British Biographical Comedy Drama


Manchester, 1976. An ambitious but frustrated local TV news reporter is looking for a way to make his mark. After witnessing a life-changing concert by the Sex Pistols, he persuades his station to televise one of their performances, and soon Manchester's punk groups are clamoring for him to manage them. Director: Michael Winterbottom Cast: Steve Coogan, Paddy Considine, Danny Cunningham, Sean Harris, Shirley Henderson, Lennie James
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6:00 pm
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Films, May 22, 2025, 05/22/2025, 24 Hour Party People (2002):&nbsp;British Biographical Comedy Drama

Opening Reception | Group Show of "Mixed Bag" Pieces from a Range of Artistic Techniques


Variety and diversity are the hallmarks of event, which takes its cues from the "mixed bag" characteristics of real life. This exhibit will show a variety of high quality paintings, sculptures, graphics and photography. The focus is to display not only the wide range of artistic techniques, but also to spotlight each artist's own personal expressions and unique aesthetic vision. This is a collection of multiple artists' ventures into experimental work and what they feel best represents their body of work. Free soft drinks and platters. Alcoholic drinks for sale.
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Thu, May 22
6:00 pm
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Opening Receptions, May 22, 2025, 05/22/2025, Group Show of "Mixed Bag" Pieces from a Range of Artistic Techniques

Opening Reception | Group Show Pulsing with the Life of the Metropolis: City Spots


This event is an exhibition and sale in all media expressing the hustle and bustle of the big city: from towering skylines to hidden corners, and bustling streets to quiet moments. This special exhibition pulses with the life of the metropolis. Experience the spirit of the city yourself. Free soft drinks and platters. Drinks for sale.
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Thu, May 22
6:00 pm
Free
Opening Receptions, May 22, 2025, 05/22/2025, Group Show Pulsing with the Life of the Metropolis: City Spots

Discussion | Help Shape NYC's First Urban Forest Plan - Brownsville Kickoff (Brooklyn)


Help design a greener future for Brownsville and beyond! Join an Urban Forest Plan community kickoff to contribute your ideas, learn about tree stewardship opportunities, and be part of growing NYC's urban forest in an equitable, community-centered way.
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Thu, May 22
6:00 pm
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Discussions, May 22, 2025, 05/22/2025, Help Shape NYC's First Urban Forest Plan - Brownsville Kickoff (Brooklyn)

Author Reading | Iconic NYC Journalist Gay Talese Launches His New Book: A Town Without Time


Gay Talese, one of the most storied figures in American journalism, discusses a collection of his New York City reporting spanning from 1950 to today, followed by a signing. Spanning the 1950s to today, the fourteen pieces in this collection are a time capsule of what New York once was and still is—Talese proves time and time again that, even as the city changes, his view of it remains as timeless as ever. Seating is limited and will be first come, first served. Doors open at 5:30 pm.
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Thu, May 22
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Party | May Art Reception Celebrating Storied Art Gallery


This event includes refreshments and mingling amongst a display of fine art from talented artists, some of whom are award-winners. Soft drinks and platters will be provided for your enjoyment. If desired,the bar will be open for purchase of wine and beer (card only, no cash). ID for age 21 and over will be required.
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Thu, May 22
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Opening Reception | Reviving Icons: Artworks Woven from Discarded Books


Nick Georgiou, known for transforming discarded and found books into sculptural artworks, reimagines iconic pieces by artists including Willem de Kooning, Hilma af Klint, Keith Haring, Vincent van Gogh, and Pablo Picasso. Through meticulous reconstructions, he reveals faded marginalia, worn bindings, and handwritten annotations as quiet markers of human presence. These remnants of private lives and public knowledge converge to explore the intersections of time, memory, and material. 
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Thu, May 22
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Workshop | Dance Aerobics Class: Low Stakes & All Fun


Find your inner dancer and get your body moving with pure joy at this cathartic dance aerobics class! Low stakes, all fun, and open to all levels. Space is limited, unreserved, and available on a first-come, first-served basis. If there is heavy rain at the time of the event, the event will be canceled.
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Thu, May 22
6:30 pm
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Talk | Discussing Transgenderism & Literature with Two Prominent Trans Writers


Authors Lucy Sante and Harron Walker discuss history-making, memoir writing, and their approaches to documenting transness in different contexts. Lucy Sante is the author of Low Life, Evidence, The Factory of Facts, Kill All Your Darlings, Folk Photography, The Other Paris, Maybe the People Would Be the Times, Nineteen Reservoirs, and most recently, I Heard Her Call My Name. Her awards include a Whiting Writers Award, an Award in Literature from the American Academy of Arts and Letters, a Grammy Award (for album notes), an Infinity Award from the International Center of Photography, and Guggenheim and Cullman Center fellowships. Harron Walker is a freelance writer who lives in Brooklyn. She is the author of Aggregated Discontent: Confessions of the Last Normal Woman. Her work has appeared in New York magazine, Dazed, Trans Hirstory in 99 Objects, and Sex Change & the City, a forthcoming anthology from Girl Dad Press.
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Thu, May 22
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Workshop | Jump into Double Dutch with the Pros


Learn to double dutch! Coach Kyra Lee and The Double Dutch Aunties will teach you the fundamentals of street-style and competitive jump rope.
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Thu, May 22
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Movie in a Park | Comrades, Almost a Love Story (1996) in the Fresh AIr


Bring a blanket, some snacks, and a love of cinema to this outdoor movie night! Synopsis: Country boy Xiaojun (Leon Lai) moves to Hong Kong, hoping to get rich so that he can send for his hometown sweetheart and marry her. But Xiaojun barely scrapes by in the baffling metropolis, and is lonely until he meets city-slicker Qiao (Maggie Cheung). While she schools him in urban living, the mismatched pair become best friends and eventually have a romantic tryst. Both decide it's wise to forget their passionate night and remain friends, but they still secretly yearn for one another. Director: Peter Chan Cast: Leon Lai, Maggie Cheung IN THE EVENT OF RAIN, SHOW WILL BE RESCHEDULED AT THE SAME LOCATION. NO ALCOHOL IS PERMITTED.
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Thu, May 22
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Film | The World, the Flesh, and the Devil (1959): Sci-Fi Doomsday Film


This film follows a miner who discovers mankind has been wiped out in a nuclear holocaust. Director: Ranald MacDougall Cast:  Harry Belafonte, Inger Stevens, Mel Ferrer Screenings include free popcorn and afterward discussion.
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Thu, May 22
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Book Discussion | A Century of LGBTQ+ Life in NYC


Celebrate the launch of Queer Happened Here: 100 Years of NYC's Landmark LGBTQ+ Places with author and historian Marc Zinaman, joined by special guest Ande Whyland, contributor and acclaimed documentarian of 1980s East Village nightlife. This vivid, visual journey through a century of queer spaces in Manhattan chronicles how bars, clubs, bathhouses, and protest sites became the heart of LGBTQ+ community, culture, and resistance. The evening features firsthand stories and rare archival materials from the book, including 1920s drag balls, the Stonewall uprising, AIDS activism, and the explosive art scene of the 1980s. Whyland's candid photography, featured in her monograph Shots, 1980-1986, captures iconic venues like Club 57, The Pyramid Club, and Jackie 60, offering a personal lens on a revolutionary era. Signed copies of Queer Happened Here and Shots, 1980-1986 will be available at the event.
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Thu, May 22
7:00 pm
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Screening | An Artist's Lens on Memory and Identity


Electronic Arts Intermix presents an evening with artist and filmmaker Shelly Silver. The program will feature excerpts from Silver's previous works alongside a discussion of her feature-film-in-progress, Projection of an Odd Rectangle. Silver will be joined by Susan Bernofsky -- acclaimed writer, translator, and Professor of Writing at Columbia University -- for a dialogue exploring memory, place, and the construction of institutionalized history and national identity. Audience participation will be encouraged.
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Thu, May 22
7:00 pm
Free
Screenings, May 22, 2025, 05/22/2025, An Artist's Lens on Memory and Identity

Play | Drama Set in the 70's


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Thu, May 22
7:00 pm
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Classical Music | Renowned Choir Performs Works by Palestrina and Salieri in Iconic Venue


To celebrate the 500th anniversary of the birth of Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina, a BBC, NBC, ABC, and NPR featured choir showcases Sicut Cervus, Stabat Mater, and other motets, plus Mass No. 1 in D in remembrance of the 200th anniversary of the death of Antonio Salieri.
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Thu, May 22
7:00 pm
Free
Concerts, May 22, 2025, 05/22/2025, Renowned Choir Performs Works by Palestrina and Salieri in Iconic Venue

Theater | The Imaginary Invalid: Moliere's Comedy-Ballet Starring Broadway Actor


Argan is ill. But is he? Argan is dying. But aren't we all? Argan wants absolute control. But is that ever achievable? After a series of upside down attempts to snap him out of it, a solution is found. But will it save him? The Imaginary Invalid is the last play that legendary French playwright Moliere wrote and was originally conceived as a Comedy-Ballet where theater, dance, and music are intertwined. It explores the fear of disease and the exploitation it breeds through infinitely humorous dialogue and in-your-face satire. This production will feature original choreography by FlexN dancer Cal Hunt, original music by cellist Johnathan Moore, and stars Tony and Olivier Award nominee Sahr Ngaujah. Director and Translator: Lucie Tiberghien Choreographer and Dancer: Cal Hunt Composer and Cellist: Johnathan Moore Cast: Dante Bonner, Mary Bacon, Rory Furey-King, Doron JePaul, Naomi Lorrain, Sahr Ngaujah, Shayvawn Webster
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Thu, May 22
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Play | Enchanting Theater About Famous Figure of 19C France


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Thu, May 22
7:30 pm
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Play | Two Dramas: Missed Connections and Dangerous Games


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Thu, May 22
7:30 pm
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Screening | World Premiere of Hip-Hop Documentary: Fat Beats, Performance by Fat Beats DJ, and Talk Back Panel


Back in the mid-nineties, DJ Jab (aka Joseph Abajian) opened Fat Beats, New York City's first Hip-Hop specialist music store in the Lower East Side. The shop rapidly became a nexus for the city's burgeoning underground rap community, evolving from cipher spot and culture matrix into an influential label and distributor in a matter of months. A list of artists releasing LPs on Fat Beats over the past three decades reads like a Mount Rushmore of indie rap, including Atmosphere, Black Milk, ILL BILL, Organized Konfusion, Talib Kweli, Madlib and Kool Keith to name only a few. Now headquartered on the west coast, Fat Beats remains a crucial part of NYC Hip-Hop history. In celebration of Fat Beats' 30th Anniversary, guest curator and the voice and personality of Spotify's AI DJ, Xavier "X" Jernigan, introduces the premiere of the new Fat Beats documentary film, accompanied by an opening set from a Fat Beats DJ and followed by a talk back panel, from the names that made the scene come to life.
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Thu, May 22
7:30 pm
Free
Screenings, May 22, 2025, 05/22/2025, World Premiere of Hip-Hop Documentary: Fat Beats, Performance by Fat Beats DJ, and Talk Back Panel

Comedy Club | Standup Show


Catch some of the best comedians at this free weekly stand-up show, featuring a lineup of rising stars and seasoned favorites. Past performers include Sheng Wang, Mark Normand, Dan Soder, Annie Lederman, and more.
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Thu, May 22
8:00 pm
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Performance | A Night of Satire and Sharp Comedy


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Thu, May 22
9:30 pm
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Workshop | Morning Yoga in the Fresh Air


Move, stretch, and start your morning off right with this open-level vinyasa class taught by Frances Burch. Please bring your own yoga mat, and organizers recommend a bottle of water and towel.
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Fri, May 23
8:30 am
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Museums | Friday at Pop Culture/Art Museum


Through temporary exhibitions, a growing permanent collection, and educational events, this museum explores the enormous impact of posters on society and culture, and how they have been adapted to contemporary use. As the first poster museum in the United States, it provides a space for inquiry for all those interested in design, advertising, and public interventions, with the aim of improving design literacy among the general public. Posters explore: mass communication and persuasion the intersection of art and commerce control of the public domain
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Fri, May 23
10:00 am
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Museums | Asian Art and Culture Museum


The museum features a diverse collection of artworks, including traditional and contemporary pieces from various Asian cultures. 2 pm: guided tour.
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Fri, May 23
11:00 am
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Fair | Food Fair


Celebrate community, creativity, and culture at this vibrant street fair! Discover a colorful mix of artisan goods, local vendors, and more!
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Fri, May 23
11:00 am
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Festival | Food Festival with Local Vendors


New York City's favorite outdoor food market, Smorgasburg, is back. Enjoy a variety of eats and treats from local vendors.
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Fri, May 23
11:00 am
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Tour | Historical House of The Distinguished American President of the Early 20th Century


This historic site honors the early life of a renowned American figure. The restored brownstone reflects late 19th-century architecture and offers insights into the family's daily life. Learn about various exhibits and artifacts that showcase the cultural and historical context of the era, providing a glimpse into the formative years of this visionary leader-to-be. First-come, first-served; this guided tour may reach capacity before your desired tour time, so please be sure to arrive early. Tour duration: 45 minutes. This tour takes place at 11 am, 12 pm, 2 pm, and 3 pm.
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Fri, May 23
11:00 am
Free
Tours, May 23, 2025, 05/23/2025, Historical House of The Distinguished American President of the Early 20th Century

Workshop | Learn to Juggle, All Skill Levels Welcome


THis juggling class is ideal for a quick lesson, an extended practice session, or just enjoy watching jugglers put their skills to the test. They’re a friendly group and open to drop-ins, even if you catch them outside of the regular juggling lessons. All skill levels welcome. Equipment is provided.
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Fri, May 23
12:00 pm
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Concert | Piano in the Park: Jazz


A five, six, seven, eight... Come on down and swing along to the best ragtime, stride, and jazz the Big Apple has to offer. The park is proud to present a special performance by Yuka Aikawa. Pianist and composer Yuka Aikawa began playing piano at the age of five in her native country, Japan. She's received the prestigious Michael Feinstein Award for "Outstanding Talent." You can hear Yuka at various jazz clubs in and around the New York area, as an accompanist for jazz choir The Lance Hayward Singers, or on Carline Ray's beautiful album Vocal Sides. Yuka's new trio album, Clouds and Water, has been released in Japan, where she tours every year.
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Fri, May 23
12:30 pm
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Film | The Boy in the Striped Pajamas (2008): Holocaust Historical Drama Film


An adaptation of John Boyne's novel about the horrors of the Holocaust as seen through the naïve eyes of the 8-year-old son of a Nazi commandant who befriends a Jewish boy in a concentration camp. Director: Mark Herman Cast: Asa Butterfield, Vera Farmiga, David Thewlis, Rupert Friend, David Hayman
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Fri, May 23
1:00 pm
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Films, May 23, 2025, 05/23/2025, The Boy in the Striped Pajamas (2008): Holocaust Historical Drama Film

Film | Wicked (2024): Broadway Fantasy Musical Adaptation with Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande


Wicked, the untold story of the witches of Oz. Elphaba, a young woman, misunderstood because of her unusual green skin, who has yet to discover her true power. And Glinda, a popular young woman, gilded by priveledge and ambition, who has yet to discover her true heart. Dircetor: John M. Chu Cast: Cynthia Erivo, Ariana Grande, Jonathan Bailey, Ethan Slater, Bowen Yang, Marissa Bode, Peter Dinklage, Michelle Yeoh, Jeff Goldblum Cynthia Erivo is a British actor and singer. She's appeared both on stage and on screen, and has been nominated for an Emmy, a Grammy, an Oscar, and a Tony Award (EGOT), winning the Emmy, Grammy, and Tony. As a solo singer, she has released one album. Ariana Grande is an American singer, songwriter, and actress, best known for her solo singing career. She has acted on Broadway, television, and film. Wicked is the first feature film she has played a major role in. She has two Grammy Awards, a Brit Award, two Billboard Music Awards, three American Music Awards, ten MTV Video Music Awards, and thirty-seven Guinness World Records. For her role in Wiched, she was nominated for an Oscar.
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Fri, May 23
1:00 pm
Free
Films, May 23, 2025, 05/23/2025, Wicked (2024): Broadway Fantasy Musical Adaptation with Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande

Workshop | Crafting Community: Work on Personal Projects & Make New Friends


Freeform crafting and conversation! Bring your own project or choose something from the collection to work on. The organizers have materials for sewing, knitting, crochet, coloring, and paper crafts. All programs are subject to change or cancellation.
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1:30 pm
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Workshops, May 23, 2025, 05/23/2025, Crafting Community: Work on Personal Projects & Make New Friends

Film | Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy (2011): Cold War Spy Film


In the bleak time of the Cold War, veteran espionage agent George Smiley is forced from retirement to uncover a Soviet agent inside MI 6. Based on the novel by John LeCarre. Director: Tomas Alfredson Cast: Gary Oldman, Colin Firth, Tom Hardy
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Fri, May 23
2:00 pm
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Films, May 23, 2025, 05/23/2025, Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy (2011): Cold War Spy Film

Museums | Tour - Arts and Cultural Heritage of Spain and Portugal: Goya, El Greco and Others


Explore the best items this museum has on display with this guided tour. Paintings, sculptures, ceramics, antiquities, and more by world-famous artists.
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Fri, May 23
2:00 pm
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Tour | Explore one of New York's Iconic Buildings


Designed to inspire, building highlights include: The only free, publicly accessible rooftop terrace in Midtown A dramatic "Long Room" with 42-foot-high atrium offering five levels of open, browsable book stacks Commissioned public art celebrating creativity and curiosity
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Fri, May 23
2:30 pm
Free
Tours, May 23, 2025, 05/23/2025, Explore one of New York's Iconic Buildings

Workshop | Learn the Art of Bookmaking with a Professional


Spend a Friday evening learning new artistic practices from a rotating group of incredibly talented local creators! Fold! Cut! Stitch! Draw! Write! Make Books! with Esther K Smith, author of the best selling How To Make Books! You'll learn how to craft a book, and then you can write and draw your story. For artists age 6 to infinity and beyond. You only need to bring an open mind. Smith taught artist books at Cooper Union and as a visiting artist at Cooper Hewitt, Museum of Arts and Design, Princeton, Harvard, and other institutions throughout the US, UK, Europe, and Canada.
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Fri, May 23
4:00 pm
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Museums | American History and Artifact Collections


Enjoy a stroll through galleries of an extensive collection of American art, learn about the history of New York and the USA. Last admission is at 7 pm.
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Fri, May 23
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Opening Reception | Divided Visions: Art in the Trump Era


Come to the artist reception for Opposing Visions: The Trump Era in Art, which examines the forces shaping our political and cultural landscape, echo chambers, shifting power, and media spectacle. The exhibition captures the complexities of a deeply polarized era through sharp, varied perspectives. Artists include: Daniel Edwards, XVALA, and Jarva Land.
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Fri, May 23
5:00 pm
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Birdwatching | Evening Birding in the Park with NYC Audubon


Discover the surprising diversity of birds that call New York home during migratory season with guided tours by NYC Audubon, led by environmental educator and urban naturalist Gabriel Willow. This park is a hotspot for avian visitors and birders alike. Past sightings include warblers, tanagers, vireos, thrushes, and even a Chuck-will’s-widow!
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Museums | Friday Evening at the Art/History Museum


This museum is an assemblage of illuminated, literary, and historical manuscripts, early printed books, and old master drawings and prints inside a historic building. Registration opens 7 days in advance & does sell out.
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Fri, May 23
5:00 pm
Free
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Museums | Friday Night Function at an Iconic Art Museum


Enjoy art, drinks, special programming, music, city views, and more! Throughout the night, there will be a few "15-minute tours," highlighting different parts of the collection.
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Movie in a Park | Identity, Migration, and Memory: Three Short Documentaries Exploring American Chinatowns


Luka Yuanyuan Yang is a visual artist and filmmaker whose practice, characterized by interwoven documentary and archival materials, addresses themes of identity, migration, and memory, challenging conventional historical narratives and amplifying overlooked voices. During a year-long research trip across the US in 2018, Yang was captivated by the rich history of migration and adaptation in America's Chinatowns. From 1882 until the 1950s, due to the Chinese Exclusion Act and racial discrimination, Chinese Americans were largely confined to Chinatowns. During this same period, Yang began researching the stories of Chinese women in 20th-century American performing arts, seeking to uncover the experiences of Chinese women performers whose stories have been forgotten or misunderstood by history. Yang's exploration of these neighborhoods, the Chinese diaspora, and performing artists has become the central focus of her short films and feature film Chinatown Cha-Cha, and her recently published artist book Dance in Herland. In a time of rising threats to America's Chinatowns, the artist brings generations together through film, dance, and dialogue. For this screening, Yang presents Tales of Chinatown, an exhibition of three of her short films: Cantonese Tunes on Mott Street (2022), The Lady From Shanghai (2019), and Tales of Chinatown (2019). By following her protagonists on the streets, through their communities, and into their homes, Yang amplifies the voices of those often denied the chance to share their own stories--individuals who have been forgotten, silenced, or misinterpreted.
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Party | Play New Games like Blood on the Clocktower (BOTC)


Curious about a board game or looking to try something new? The Games Hosts will be teaching how to play a wide range of fun board games. Many come to play the social deduction game, Blood on the Clocktower (BOTC).
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Museums | Friday Evening at the Art Museum


This special, all-ages evening celebrates the art and the city. Explore in the galleries, get creative with drop-in drawing sessions, and see a film in the theaters. Museum stores and café will be open, too, so you can grab a bite, get drinks, or shop for unique design objects. Free for New York State residents but must be reserved in advance (up to two adults), and are subject to availability and proof of residency. Tickets are released one week in advance.
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5:30 pm
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Classical Music | The Queen's Heart: A Distilled Performance of Handel's Opera, Radamisto (In Person AND Online!)


Performed by Opera Essentia musicians (Jeffrey Mandelbaum, countertenor; Kristin Renee Young, soprano; Hans Tashjian, bass-baritone; Rebecca Pechefsky, harpsichord; Serafim Smigelskiy, violoncello; and Amelia Sie, violin), this opera event is a meditation on obsession, betrayal, and self-sacrifice. The Queen's Heart is a distillation of George Frideric Handel's Radamisto, an opera seria, is a saga of familial treachery and marital love which unfolds in bittersweet beauty, one ravishing aria after another. What's in store for the hounded Zenobia or the wretched Queen?
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Opera | Betrayal and Passion in Handel's Radamisto (1720)


A powerful, one-hour distillation of Handel's operatic masterpiece. Dive into a tale of intense familial drama, obsession, and self-sacrifice--brought to life through Handel's breathtaking arias. This reimagined, concise version of Radamisto explores timeless themes of devotion and betrayal, delivering an unforgettable operatic experience in a modern, accessible format. Performed by a diverse company of world-class musicians, this company transforms traditional opera by offering free, outdoor performances in community spaces, ensuring that this monumental Baroque music is available to all. With a focus on inclusivity, the performers invite you to experience Handel's expressive vocal compositions freshly and vibrantly.
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Fri, May 23
6:00 pm
Free
Concerts, May 23, 2025, 05/23/2025, Betrayal and Passion in Handel's Radamisto (1720)

Festival | Local Arts & Culture Explosion: 200+ Artists, Performers, & Vendors


Over 200 performing arts organizations, independent artists, poets, puppeteers, and film makers will take part in the 30th annual Lower East Side Festival of the Arts. Indoor performances will take stage in the theater. Plus, vendors and food sellers, including booths from nearby restaurants, will set up in the closed-off neighboring block. On this date, attendees can expect performances by Thunderbird American Indian Dancers, KT Sullivan, The Drilling Company, Boxcutter Collective, Star '69, Ego Actus Theatre Company, Rew Starr, and more!
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Fri, May 23
6:00 pm
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Performance | Lower East Side Festival of the Arts


Over 200 performing arts organizations, independent artists, poets, puppeteers, filmmakers, and musicians come together for a vibrant three-day celebration of the arts. Expect multidisciplinary performances, outdoor music and food vendors, a fine art exhibition, a film series, children's programming, and a poetry jam--all free and open to the public. Highlights include appearances by David Amram, Austin Pendleton, and Penny Arcade; performances by groups such as Bond Street Theater, Folksbiene National Yiddish Theater, and Tilted Axes; plus a lineup of dance, aerial, comedy, and musical acts. This year's theme: "We will not be silenced, speak up for democracy."
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Performances, May 23, 2025, 05/23/2025, Lower East Side Festival of the Arts

Screening | Movie on the Hudson at Sunset: Top Gun


This summer movie series kicks off with a screening of the classic film Top Gun. Enjoy views of the Hudson River and city skyline while screening the classic film on a flight deck. Guests are invited to bring lawn chairs, picnic baskets and blankets to view the film outdoors on a huge inflatable screen on the flight deck. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis and space is limited. Light concessions will be sold onsite, and visitors are encouraged to bring their own food and non-alcoholic beverages. Alcohol is NOT permitted. All exits are final; there is no re-entry allowed. Doors open at 6:00 pm. The movie will begin at sunset.
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Opening Reception | Vietnamese Contemporary Art: Unbound and Unfiltered


Ceci N’est Pas Une Guerre – This Is Not A War, is a group exhibition featuring 24 works by 17 Vietnamese artists. Coinciding with the 50th anniversary of the end of the Vietnam War, the exhibition challenges the tendency to view Vietnamese contemporary art solely through the lens of war, trauma, and survival. Audiences are invited to move beyond inherited narratives and experience the breadth, complexity, and vitality of Vietnamese contemporary art today — unbound, unpredictable, and charged with energy.
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Opening Receptions, May 23, 2025, 05/23/2025, Vietnamese Contemporary Art: Unbound and Unfiltered

Performance | Comedy in Drag! "A sensation"


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Fri, May 23
7:00 pm
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Play | Drama Set in the 70's


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Fri, May 23
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Classical Music | Internationally Acclaimed Pianist Performs Program Based on Award-Winning Album


Hungarian pianist János Balázs, Kossuth Prize laureate and Young Steinway Artist, presents his award-winning CD ImprovisArt—a project that earned the New York Music International Grand Prix Award. Program Robert Schumann (1810-1856) Widmung (arr. Liszt) Franz Liszt (1811-1886) Love dreams, No. 3 Franz Liszt (1811-1886) La Campanella Camille Saint-Saens (1835-1921) The swan (arr. Balázs) Richard Wagner (1813-1883) Isolden's Liebestod (arr. Liszt) Franz Liszt (1811-1886) Hungarian rhapsody No. 6 (arr. Balázs) Giacomo Puccini (1858-1924) Lauretta's Arie (arr. Balázs) Johann Brahms (1833-1897) & György Cziffra (1921-1994) Hungarian Dances No .5, No. 6 (arr. Balázs) Manuel Ponce (1882-1948) Estrellita (arr. Balázs) Johann Strauss II (1825-1899) Reminiscence paraphrases (arr. Balázs) George Gershwin (1898-1937) Fantasy (arr. Balázs)
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Concerts, May 23, 2025, 05/23/2025, Internationally Acclaimed Pianist Performs Program Based on Award-Winning Album

Cabaret | Musical Comedy!


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Fri, May 23
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Performance | The Funnies Magic Show Ever


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Fri, May 23
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Theater | The Imaginary Invalid: Moliere's Comedy-Ballet Starring Broadway Actor


Argan is ill. But is he? Argan is dying. But aren't we all? Argan wants absolute control. But is that ever achievable? After a series of upside down attempts to snap him out of it, a solution is found. But will it save him? The Imaginary Invalid is the last play that legendary French playwright Moliere wrote and was originally conceived as a Comedy-Ballet where theater, dance, and music are intertwined. It explores the fear of disease and the exploitation it breeds through infinitely humorous dialogue and in-your-face satire. This production will feature original choreography by FlexN dancer Cal Hunt, original music by cellist Johnathan Moore, and stars Tony and Olivier Award nominee Sahr Ngaujah. Director and Translator: Lucie Tiberghien Choreographer and Dancer: Cal Hunt Composer and Cellist: Johnathan Moore Cast: Dante Bonner, Mary Bacon, Rory Furey-King, Doron JePaul, Naomi Lorrain, Sahr Ngaujah, Shayvawn Webster
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Concert | Cuban Charanga Ensemble Performs Unique Combination of Charanga and Conjunto Musical Styles


The eclectic Cuban charanga ensemble Son Del Monte, led by Manuel Rivera, formerly of the Yambu Orchestra and Sonsublime, performs for a night of free social dance! The 12-piece Son Del Monte band incorporates trombones alongside lively vocals and soaring contributions from flute, violin, piano, and congas to merge charanga and conjunto musical styles into a uniquely New York sound that Rivera has dubbed chajunto. You'll call it "perfecto" as this talented cadre of musicians perform a hard-driving whirlwind of melodic power that pays homage to the son cubano greats of past and present. Featuring Featuring DJ Elviria.
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Fri, May 23
7:30 pm
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Concerts, May 23, 2025, 05/23/2025, Cuban Charanga Ensemble Performs Unique Combination of Charanga and Conjunto Musical Styles

Jazz | Renowned Musicians at Legendary Jazz Club


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Fri, May 23
7:30 pm
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Movie in a Park | When Harry Met Sally (1989) Under the Night Sky


This beloved romantic comedy explores friendship and love's complexities. When Harry Burns and Sally Albright first meet, they share a ride from Chicago to New York after college. As they navigate their careers and relationships in Manhattan, their lives intersect repeatedly, deepening their bond. Through breakups, milestones, and moments of laughter, they're eventually faced with a pivotal question: Does a friendship between a man and a woman continually evolve into something more? Director: Rob Reiner Cast: Billy Crystal, Meg Ryan, Bruno Kirby, Carrie Fisher, Steven Ford, and more Grab a blanket and enjoy a movie in a neighborhood park! Movies begin at dusk. Glass bottles and alcoholic beverages are strictly prohibited. The screening may be canceled in the event of heavy rain or extreme weather. This is part of the Movies Under the Stars series.
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Fri, May 23
8:00 pm
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Movie in a Parks, May 23, 2025, 05/23/2025, When Harry Met Sally (1989) Under the Night Sky

Play | Legal Drama about Famous Figure of the 20th Century


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Fri, May 23
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Classical Music | Prize-Winning Pianist Performs Works by Brahms & Robert Schumann (In Person AND Online!)


TianYi Li, piano, performs two pieces by significant composers of the late Classical and Romantic periods. Program Robert Schumann (1810-1856) Variations on the Name "Abegg" Op. 1 Johann Brahms (1833-1897) (arr. Otto Singer II) Symphony No. 1 in C Minor, Op. 68
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Classical Music | Saxophone and Wind Ensembles at a Landmark Venue


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Fri, May 23
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Comedy Club | Stand Up Comedy


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Fri, May 23
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Workshop | Get in Shape: Cardio & Strength


Classes to help New Yorkers get and stay fit.
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Festival | Chinese Culture and Food Festival


This event features experiential activities, tastings, and market fairs showcasing the vibrant food, art and cultural traditions from China. It is a cultural platform that connects people in New York to Chinese restaurants, food vendors, artists, and local communities. This is a panda-themed Day!
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Fair | Cultural Street Fair


Spend the day browsing local vendors, savoring delicious eats from nearby restaurants, and enjoying a lively atmosphere at a festive outdoor street fair. With the block closed to traffic, it’s the perfect opportunity to shop, snack, and soak up the neighborhood spirit.
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Park Walk | Discover the History & Design of One of New York's Most Unique Park


Hear the story behind New York City's park in the sky: an insider's perspective on the park's history, design, and landscape.
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Festival | Fleet Week Activities & Displays on the Water


In recognition of our men and women in uniform, this museum celebrates Fleet Week! Throughout the event, enjoy musical performances and explore a variety of displays, activities and demos from the military! All events on the pier are free and open to the public. 10:00am-5:30pm: Activities Workshops: Create a Corsair: Create a Corsair paper airplane with inverted gull wings like the one on display at the Intrepid Museum. Morse Code Bracelets: Create a bracelet that says your name or initials in Morse Code. Artifact Investigation Table: Discover artifacts from the Education Touch Collection 12:00pm- 5:30pm: Stage Performances Enjoy live music from a variety of performers throughout the day, including: Performances from America's Sweethearts: The Andrews Sisters and beyond! This vintage vocal trio sings music from the 1860s to the 1960s in the style of the girl groups of yesteryear - all with a slice of old-fashioned fun! Performances from Operation Encore: A Veteran Music Project Operation Encore is an organization that provides opportunities for veteran, active duty and military spouse singer-songwriters and musicians to take their music to the next level through artist development, professional recording, and industry-focused educational services.
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Sat, May 24
10:00 am
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Festivals, May 24, 2025, 05/24/2025, Fleet Week Activities & Displays on the Water

Festival | Outdoor Food Festival To Celebrate Local Arts & Culture


Vendors and food sellers, including booths from nearby restaurants, will set up on a closed-off block as part of an ongoing arts andculture festival!
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Workshop | Dance Fitness Class for All Ages


Colorful outfits encouraged at this creative workout that fuses dance and aerobics! Space is limited, unreserved, and available on a first-come, first-served basis. If there is heavy rain at the time of the event, the event will be canceled. 
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Museums | Family Fun at a Historical Site: Sailor Adventures


Enjoy interactive activities and engagement stations for visitors of all ages. Incorporate 19th-century maritime craft traditions into your handmade Valentine's Day cards and unique trinkets for the holiday. You can also browse galleries and learn about ships, life at sea and more.
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11:00 am
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Workshop | Learn to Juggle, All Skill Levels Welcome


THis juggling class is ideal for a quick lesson, an extended practice session, or just enjoy watching jugglers put their skills to the test. They’re a friendly group and open to drop-ins, even if you catch them outside of the regular juggling lessons. All skill levels welcome. Equipment is provided.
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Fair | Park Street Fair


Celebrate community, creativity, and culture at this vibrant street fair! Discover a colorful mix of artisan goods, live entertainment, and educational activities. This lively outdoor event highlights the diversity and spirit of the neighborhood while supporting local nonprofits, merchant associations, and community organizations.
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Museums | Tiffany Glass and Other Exhibitions


The museum is dedicated to showcasing the history, art, and culture of its area with a permanent collection of 10,000 items. One of the exhibitions includes famous Tiffany's leaded glass objects and a valuable insight into the development of the inuctry in the US at the turn of the 20th century.
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11:00 am
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Fair | Africa Day 2025 with Live Performances


Join Harlem’s vibrant community for the 3rd annual World Africa Day celebration, honoring Africa’s enduring legacy and presence. This year, a special collaboration with AfroFuture and a live recording of the No Wahala podcast will bring together artists, community leaders, and contemporary voices in a joyful tribute to unity, freedom, and resilience.
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Sat, May 24
12:00 pm
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Fairs, May 24, 2025, 05/24/2025, Africa Day 2025 with Live Performances

Tour | Explore Hidden Worlds Through Nature and Discovery


Drop in for free open hours and investigate monthly educational themes. Observe local marine life in a 250-gallon aquarium, explore a large-scale park model, dive into crafts and reading, and more. Guided by expert educators, visitors of all ages are invited to uncover the hidden stories of the environment through hands-on activities and self-led exploration.
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Tours, May 24, 2025, 05/24/2025, Explore Hidden Worlds Through Nature and Discovery

Workshop | Learn Letterpress Printing with a Professional


Spend a Saturday afternoon learning a variety of artistic practices from a rotating group of incredibly talented local creators! At this workshop, local artist Dikko Faust will lead a printing class, touching on different types of printmaking such as nature rubbings, paste papers, stencils and more. At the residency’s conclusion, Dikko will introduce participants to his Kelsey clamshell letterpress. Dikko Faust is an artist and letterpress printmaker. Dikko Faust began Purgatory Pie Press at University of Wisconsin–Madison in 1977, moved to New York’s Center for Book Arts, and is now one of the longest running artist presses in the world. Faust teaches letterpress printmaking at the School for Visual Arts.
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Party | Play Contemporary Games & Make New Friends


Play your favorite contemporary board games! Featured games include but are not limited to Chameleon, Wavelength, Avalon, Parade, Splendor, Century Spice Road, Mountain Goats, No Thanks, Codenames, Werewords, Spyfall, Azul, Letter Jam, Dixit, In Kahootz, and Captain Sonar. A new game will be selected each week.
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Partys, May 24, 2025, 05/24/2025, Play Contemporary Games & Make New Friends

Classical Music | Music on the Water: Works by Liszt and More for Oboe, Viola, and Piano


Michelle Farah, oboe, Laura Sacks, viola, Steven Beck, piano performs works by Romantic and 20th Century-era composers. Program Charles Martin Loeffler (1861-1935) Two Rhapsodies Franz Liszt (1811-1886) Scherzo and March, S. 177 August Klughardt (1847-1902) Schilflieder, op. 28
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Sat, May 24
2:00 pm
Free
Concerts, May 24, 2025, 05/24/2025, Music on the Water: Works by Liszt and More for Oboe, Viola, and Piano

Museums | Tour - Arts and Cultural Heritage of Spain and Portugal: Goya, El Greco and Others


Explore the best items this museum has on display with this guided tour. Paintings, sculptures, ceramics, antiquities, and more by world-famous artists.
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Theater | The Imaginary Invalid: Moliere's Comedy-Ballet Starring Broadway Actor


Argan is ill. But is he? Argan is dying. But aren't we all? Argan wants absolute control. But is that ever achievable? After a series of upside down attempts to snap him out of it, a solution is found. But will it save him? The Imaginary Invalid is the last play that legendary French playwright Moliere wrote and was originally conceived as a Comedy-Ballet where theater, dance, and music are intertwined. It explores the fear of disease and the exploitation it breeds through infinitely humorous dialogue and in-your-face satire. This production will feature original choreography by FlexN dancer Cal Hunt, original music by cellist Johnathan Moore, and stars Tony and Olivier Award nominee Sahr Ngaujah. Director and Translator: Lucie Tiberghien Choreographer and Dancer: Cal Hunt Composer and Cellist: Johnathan Moore Cast: Dante Bonner, Mary Bacon, Rory Furey-King, Doron JePaul, Naomi Lorrain, Sahr Ngaujah, Shayvawn Webster
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Performance | Funny Tale About Life's Hardships


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Sat, May 24
3:00 pm
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Museums | Art from All Over The World: Modern and Contemporary


Discover a vast collection of art from a diverse range of countries such as Argentina, Brazil, Italy, Russia, France, Spain, Japan, India, United States and more.
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Sat, May 24
4:00 pm
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Museumss, May 24, 2025, 05/24/2025, Art from All Over The World: Modern and Contemporary

Classical Music | Music on the Water: Works by Liszt and More for Oboe, Viola, and Piano


Michelle Farah, oboe, Laura Sacks, viola, Steven Beck, piano performs works by Romantic and 20th Century-era composers. Program Charles Martin Loeffler (1861-1935) Two Rhapsodies Franz Liszt (1811-1886) Scherzo and March, S. 177 August Klughardt (1847-1902) Schilflieder, op. 28
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Movie in a Park | Identity, Migration, and Memory: Three Short Documentaries Exploring American Chinatowns


Luka Yuanyuan Yang is a visual artist and filmmaker whose practice, characterized by interwoven documentary and archival materials, addresses themes of identity, migration, and memory, challenging conventional historical narratives and amplifying overlooked voices. During a year-long research trip across the US in 2018, Yang was captivated by the rich history of migration and adaptation in America's Chinatowns. From 1882 until the 1950s, due to the Chinese Exclusion Act and racial discrimination, Chinese Americans were largely confined to Chinatowns. During this same period, Yang began researching the stories of Chinese women in 20th-century American performing arts, seeking to uncover the experiences of Chinese women performers whose stories have been forgotten or misunderstood by history. Yang's exploration of these neighborhoods, the Chinese diaspora, and performing artists has become the central focus of her short films and feature film Chinatown Cha-Cha, and her recently published artist book Dance in Herland. In a time of rising threats to America's Chinatowns, the artist brings generations together through film, dance, and dialogue. For this screening, Yang presents Tales of Chinatown, an exhibition of three of her short films: Cantonese Tunes on Mott Street (2022), The Lady From Shanghai (2019), and Tales of Chinatown (2019). By following her protagonists on the streets, through their communities, and into their homes, Yang amplifies the voices of those often denied the chance to share their own stories--individuals who have been forgotten, silenced, or misinterpreted.
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Classical Music | The Queen's Heart: A Distilled Performance of Handel's Opera, Radamisto


Performed by Opera Essentia musicians (Jeffrey Mandelbaum, countertenor; Kristin Renee Young, soprano; Hans Tashjian, bass-baritone; Rebecca Pechefsky, harpsichord; Serafim Smigelskiy, violoncello; and Amelia Sie, violin), this opera event is a meditation on obsession, betrayal, and self-sacrifice. The Queen's Heart is a distillation of George Frideric Handel's Radamisto, an opera seria, is a saga of familial treachery and marital love which unfolds in bittersweet beauty, one ravishing aria after another. What's in store for the hounded Zenobia or the wretched Queen?
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Sat, May 24
6:00 pm
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Concerts, May 24, 2025, 05/24/2025, The Queen's Heart: A Distilled Performance of Handel's Opera, Radamisto

Festival | Local Arts & Culture Explosion: 200+ Artists, Performers, & Vendors


Over 200 performing arts organizations, independent artists, poets, puppeteers, and film makers will take part in the 30th annual Lower East Side Festival of the Arts. Indoor performances will take stage in the theater. Plus, vendors and food sellers, including booths from nearby restaurants, will set up in the closed-off neighboring block. On this date, attendees can expect performances by Infinity Dance Theater, Yara Arts, Zylik Brothers, Artichoke Dance Company, and more!
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Sat, May 24
6:00 pm
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Festivals, May 24, 2025, 05/24/2025, Local Arts & Culture Explosion: 200+ Artists, Performers, & Vendors

Play | Drama Set in the 70's


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Performance | The Funnies Magic Show Ever


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Theater | The Imaginary Invalid: Moliere's Comedy-Ballet Starring Broadway Actor


Argan is ill. But is he? Argan is dying. But aren't we all? Argan wants absolute control. But is that ever achievable? After a series of upside down attempts to snap him out of it, a solution is found. But will it save him? The Imaginary Invalid is the last play that legendary French playwright Moliere wrote and was originally conceived as a Comedy-Ballet where theater, dance, and music are intertwined. It explores the fear of disease and the exploitation it breeds through infinitely humorous dialogue and in-your-face satire. This production will feature original choreography by FlexN dancer Cal Hunt, original music by cellist Johnathan Moore, and stars Tony and Olivier Award nominee Sahr Ngaujah. Director and Translator: Lucie Tiberghien Choreographer and Dancer: Cal Hunt Composer and Cellist: Johnathan Moore Cast: Dante Bonner, Mary Bacon, Rory Furey-King, Doron JePaul, Naomi Lorrain, Sahr Ngaujah, Shayvawn Webster
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Performance | Comedians with Millions of Views at a Major Venue


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Sat, May 24
8:00 pm
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Play | Legal Drama about Famous Figure of the 20th Century


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Sat, May 24
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Comedy Club | Stand Up Comedy


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Sat, May 24
8:00 pm
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Classical Music | Brahms and More at a Landmark Venue


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Sat, May 24
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Performance | The Funnies Magic Show Ever


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Sat, May 24
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