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Tue, 02/03/2026 - and on... 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!

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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!

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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 (February 3, 2026) 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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Workshop | Central Park Running Session (All Levels Welcome)


If you prefer not to run alone or are looking to improve your running performance, you can run with a club! Open to runners of all levels. Weekly changed routes through the park. Coaches, training, running company and inspiration!
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Tue, Feb 3
6:30 am
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Workshops, February 03, 2026, 02/03/2026, Central Park Running&nbsp;Session (All Levels Welcome)

Workshop | Adult Zumba


Featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography. Work on your balance, coordination and range of motion.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Tue, Feb 3
10:30 am
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Workshops, February 03, 2026, 02/03/2026, Adult Zumba

Tour | All About the Garment District: Fashion, History, Immigrants


Join born and raised New Yorker, Mike, in exploring the Garment District of New York. Learn about the apparel industry developed in New York and how it came to be located in its current district. Expect to hear about iconic designers Ralph, Oscar, and Calvin, as well as the Gangsters and Labor Unions that shaped New York and this District. Tour Guide Mike has spent the greater portion of his life working in the Garment industry himself -- expect first-hand anecdotes and wisdom
   New York City, NY; NYC
Tue, Feb 3
10:30 am
Free
Tours, February 03, 2026, 02/03/2026, All About the Garment District: Fashion, History, Immigrants

Classical Music | Afternoon Bach


Take a momentary respite from a busy day to enjoy a selection of organ works by Johann Sebastian Bach in an intimate venue.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Tue, Feb 3
12:20 pm
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Concerts, February 03, 2026, 02/03/2026, Afternoon Bach

Film | Selma (2014): Historical Drama Film about MLK


A chronicle of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s campaign to secure equal voting rights via an epic march from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama in 1965. Director: Ava DuVernay Cast: David Oyelowo, Tom Wilkinson, Tim Roth, Carmen Ejogo, Common, Giovanni Ribisi
   New York City, NY; NYC
Tue, Feb 3
1:00 pm
Free
Films, February 03, 2026, 02/03/2026, Selma (2014): Historical Drama Film about MLK

Workshop | Mah Jongg & More


A dedicated group of adult American Mah Jongg enthusiasts for friendly and informal games, or try your hand at other card and board games. Make friends and catch up with neighbors. Sets, cards, and games provided, or bring your own.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Tue, Feb 3
2:00 pm
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Workshops, February 03, 2026, 02/03/2026, Mah Jongg & More

Film | The Friend (2024): Drama Film with Naomi Watts & Bill Murray


When a solitary writer adopts and bonds with a Great Dane that belonged to a late friend, she begins to come to terms with her past and her own creative inner life. Director: Scott McGehee, David Siegel Cast: Naomi Watts, Bill Murray, Sarah Pidgeon, Carla Gugino, Constance Wu Naomi Watts is a British actress who is known for her work predominantly in independent films with dark or tragic themes. She's received various accolades, including nominations for two Academy Awards, a Primetime Emmy Award, and two Golden Globe Awards. Bill Murray is an actor and comedian, known for his deadpan delivery in roles ranging from studio comedies to independent dramas. He has received several accolades, including a BAFTA Award, a Golden Globe Award, and two Primetime Emmy Awards, as well as a nomination for an Academy Award. Murray was awarded the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor in 2016.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Tue, Feb 3
3:00 pm
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Films, February 03, 2026, 02/03/2026, The Friend (2024): Drama Film with Naomi Watts & Bill Murray

Gallery Talk | Human and Nonhuman Histories in European Painting


Museum experts offer an in-depth look at selected works from a recent rotation of European paintings focused on ecological relationships. Through close looking and behind-the-scenes insights, the talk explores how artists have depicted intertwined human and nonhuman histories, inviting new ways of understanding landscape, environment, and artmaking. Note: Space is limited; first-come, first-served.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Tue, Feb 3
3:00 pm
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Gallery Talks, February 03, 2026, 02/03/2026, Human and Nonhuman Histories in European Painting

Book Discussion | Political Science Scholar Shares Her New Book, Maidan: Ukarine's Democratic Revolution (In Person AND Online!)


Enjoy a book talk by Sophia Wilson about her new book, Maidan: Ukraine's Democratic Revolution. Dr. Sophia Wilson is an Associate Professor of Political Science at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, and the President of the American Association for Ukrainian Studies.  Maidan is a carefully researched account of the underbelly of the Ukrainian revolutionary process in the winter of 2013-14. The book investigates how participants self-organized to create the resistance, why the peaceful movement eventually turned to violence, and how the revolutionary process changed those who came to change the country. The Ukrainian state used violence and violations of due process to suppress the resistance, thereby declaring new boundaries in rights relations. Wilson’s book shows how the people pushed back in multiple arenas – the protest square, courtrooms, hospitals, churches, and media – to successfully challenge the constitutionality of the state’s actions.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Tue, Feb 3
4:00 pm
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Book Discussions, February 03, 2026, 02/03/2026, Political Science Scholar Shares Her New Book, Maidan: Ukarine's Democratic Revolution&nbsp;(In Person AND Online!)

Discussion | Scholar Discusses Italian Cinema & Environmentalism


Laura Di Bianco discusses her book project, Crumbling Beauty: An Environmental History of Italian Cinema. Engaging with classic, forgotten, and emergent Italian films, from the silent era to the present, this book will retrieve forgotten memories of traumatic events, reactivate the history of environmentalism, and renew vision for the struggle against the climate crisis. Di Bianco is an assistant professor of modern and contemporary Italian studies at Johns Hopkins University. Her research and teaching interests lie at the intersection of film studies, women's and gender studies, and environmental humanities. She is the author of Wandering Women: Urban Ecologies of Italian Feminist Filmmaking and essays that have appeared in peer-reviewed academic journals and edited volumes, among which are Waste and Discard Studies in the Mediterranean and Ecologia e lavoro. Registration does not guarantee a seat; registrants are seated first-come, first-served.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Tue, Feb 3
4:00 pm
Free
Discussions, February 03, 2026, 02/03/2026, Scholar Discusses Italian Cinema & Environmentalism

Film | Before Sunrise (1995): Romantic Drama with Ethan Hawke


A young man and woman meet on a train through Europe and spend an evening together in Vienna. Director: Richard Linklater Cast: Ethan Hawke, Julie Delpy Ethan Hawke is an American actor, author and film director. He made his film debut in Explorers (1985), before making a breakthrough performance in Dead Poets Society (1989). Hawke received two nominations for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for Training Day (2001) and Boyhood (2014) and two for Best Adapted Screenplay for co-writing Before Sunset (2004) and Before Midnight (2013).
   New York City, NY; NYC
Tue, Feb 3
5:00 pm
Free
Films, February 03, 2026, 02/03/2026, Before Sunrise (1995): Romantic Drama with Ethan Hawke

Talk | Black Legacies: Share Heirlooms & Engage in Community Storytelling


Experience a dynamic dialogue with founders of BLK MKT Vintage Jannah Handy and Kiyanna Stewar, and Renata Cherlise, founder of BlackArchives.co, moderated by Kei Williams from Black Gotham Experience. Together they will explore the intersections of memory, archiving, material culture, and community storytelling. The conversation will delve into how Black history is preserved, shared, and activated through everyday objects, and how contemporary archives and platforms shape the narratives we pass forward. 5 PM-6:30 PM Begin the evening in the lobby with an interactive experience, Community Heirlooms & Histories Showcase. Guests are invited to take part in an intimate, interactive "roadshow" experience centered on personal Black history and cultural memory. Community members interested in showcasing their heirlooms, please complete this form. Participants are encouraged to bring their own heirlooms such as photographs, textiles, books, vinyl, artworks, and everyday ephemera,to be informally examined and celebrated. This gathering honors the power of preservation and the richness of material culture within the African Diaspora. 6:30 PM-8 PM Conversation with BLK MKT Vintage & BlackArchives.co
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Talks, February 03, 2026, 02/03/2026, Black Legacies: Share Heirlooms & Engage in Community Storytelling

Lecture | Understanding AI & Urban Issues


Drawing on research from the recently launched Urban Institute at NYU Tandon, Professor Maurizio Porfiri demonstrates how we can leverage data science and AI to address these complex urban interdependencies—from climate change and grid stability to the needs of aging populations and economic volatility. This talk reveals how urban science is being used to safeguard grid stability and shape the resilient cities of tomorrow. By 2050, 70% of the world will live in cities, and those cities will be powered by the data centers we build today. Far from being isolated in the periphery, 97.5% of US data centers are hidden in plain sight within urban centers, driven primarily by electricity-grid capacity. 
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Lectures, February 03, 2026, 02/03/2026, Understanding AI & Urban Issues

Classical Music | Biber's Mystery Sonatas for String Ensemble


Grace McKenzie, violin, Gracie Carney, violin, Sarah Ghandour, cello, and Dani Zanuttini-Frank, theorbo, perform Biber's mystery sonatas. All Heinrich Ignaz Franz Biber (1644-1704) Program: Passacaglia in G Minor “Rosary Sonata” No. 1, “The Annunciation” “Rosary Sonata” No. 4, “The Presentation” Harmonia artificioso-ariosa, Partia III
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
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Concerts, February 03, 2026, 02/03/2026, Biber's Mystery Sonatas for String Ensemble

Discussion | Experts Discuss Criminalization of Immigrant & Black Communities


Teams of faculty and advocates from around the country will exchange experiences with scholars and East Harlem leaders on community-led strategies for addressing criminalization of both immigrant and Black communities, and how educators, students, and scholars in New York City and everywhere can support new narratives and pedagogies to address our current moment of carceral excess.  This gathering hopes to continue the campus-community conversations begun in the April 2025 Building Bridges event. Hear from: Maria Guerrero, President, Padres Pioneros and Rosa Rivera-Furumoto, Cal State Northridge on fights against immigration detention in LA Anisah Sabur-Mumin, Lead organizer, New York Coalition of Women Prisoners on recent victories in New York City
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
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Discussions, February 03, 2026, 02/03/2026, Experts Discuss Criminalization of Immigrant & Black Communities

Talk | The State of U.S.–Mexico Relations: Trade, Security, and the Road Ahead


This panel explores the changing relationship between the United States and Mexico amid heightened political and economic tensions. Although trade between the two nations stays robust, disagreements over immigration and the future of the U.S.–Mexico–Canada Agreement continue to strain diplomatic relations. Looking ahead to 2026, speakers will discuss what’s next for one of the world’s most significant bilateral partnerships, focusing on regional security, economic collaboration, and cross-border policy issues. A prominent journalist will moderate the discussion, featuring experts in foreign policy and global economics.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
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Talks, February 03, 2026, 02/03/2026, The State of U.S.&ndash;Mexico Relations: Trade, Security, and the Road Ahead

Book Discussion | Curator & Researcher Shares Her New Book, Second Skin (+ Signing)


Attend a conversation with Anastasiia Fedorova to celebrate her new book, Second Skin, a personal and cultural meditation on the radical, vibrant world of sexual fetishists and what it means to come to terms with one's own sexuality. The discussion will be followed by a signing.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Tue, Feb 3
6:00 pm
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Book Discussions, February 03, 2026, 02/03/2026, Curator & Researcher Shares Her New Book,&nbsp;Second Skin&nbsp;(+ Signing)

Discussion | Experts Discuss the Future of Holocaust Remembrance


Attend a conversation commemorating the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz with Stefano Albertini, NYU, Alessandro Cassin, Centro Primo Levi, Natalia Indrimi, Centro Primo Levi, and Anthony Tamburri, Dean of the Calandra Institute at CUNY. The Italian, French, and German governments established the commemoration of January 27, the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz by the Soviet Army, which became known in Italy as Giorno della Memoria. Since then, the world has changed profoundly, and the arduous task of bringing the Nazi-Fascist extermination to the surface of public memory has led to the development of a vast research field, educational projects, and public ceremonies. Based on the experience of the past two decades, institutions are coming together to talk about how we imagine the history of the Nazi and Fascist extermination being recounted to future generations, what we have learned from this work, and how it transformed our perception and perspectives. In the face of ever more perfected assaults on humanity, and observing the growing display of what Primo Levi described as "pitiful relics" in fancy "museums" and "freshly painted barracks," the organizers have decided to convene and begin to work on a film that will address these experience and seek a path beyond the production of literal clones of the past and a culture that glorifies them.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Tue, Feb 3
6:00 pm
Free
Discussions, February 03, 2026, 02/03/2026, Experts Discuss the Future of Holocaust Remembrance

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.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Tue, Feb 3
6:00 pm
Free
Partys, February 03, 2026, 02/03/2026, Play Bridge in a Stress-Free Environment

Slide Lecture | Scholar Discusses Visual Arts & "The Academy"


This event will be a slide lecture on images and narratives of academia from the myth of Akademos, to Plato's Academy, the Florentine Academy of Drawing, the British Royal Academy, and Pierre Bourdieu's Homo Academicus. Since there is no doubt that the academy is in a state of siege at the present time, it seems like a good moment to reflect on the persons, places, and things we call "academies" and their long struggle with the forces that both threaten and define their existence. Professor W. J. T. Mitchell will focus on the role of the visual arts in the academy (including his own), and conclude with contemporary attempts to re-imagine the academy as itself a work of art.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Tue, Feb 3
6:00 pm
Free
Slide Lectures, February 03, 2026, 02/03/2026, Scholar Discusses Visual Arts & "The Academy"

Forum | Witnessing Humanity Through Art and Justice


This panel discussion reflects on the life and legacy of artist John Wilson, whose work powerfully addressed racial, social, and economic justice for more than six decades. Drawing from a museum exhibition, the conversation considers Wilson’s vision, global influence, and enduring relevance in times of social and political upheaval.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Lecture | Archeology Expert Shares New Research on Rome's Parthenon of Marcus Agrippa


Professor C. Brian Rose of the University of Pennsylvania and former President of the Archaeological Institute of America discusses one of antiquity’s foremost buildings in Rome, dating back two thousand years. New research on the Pantheon of Marcus Agrippa — dedicated in 25 BCE, destroyed by fire, only to be subsequently rebuilt — reveals that the building’s original pediment featured three scenes from the life of Romulus, which was intended to highlight the central Campus Martius as the site of Romulus’ apotheosis. The decoration also established a link between Romulus and Agrippa’s father-in-law the Emperor Augustus, whose own Mausoleum was axially aligned with the Pantheon.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Lectures, February 03, 2026, 02/03/2026, Archeology Expert Shares New Research on Rome's Parthenon of Marcus Agrippa

Book Discussion | Historian Celebrates His New Book on MLK, King of the North (In Person AND Online!)


Historian and professor Jeanne Theoharis discusses her latest book, King of the North: Martin Luther King Jr.’s Life of Struggle Outside the South, with organizer and educator Mariame Kaba. The Martin Luther King Jr. of popular memory vanquished Jim Crow in the South. But in this myth-shattering book, award-winning and New York Times bestselling historian Jeanne Theoharis argues that King’s time in Boston, New York, Los Angeles, and Chicago—outside Dixie—was at the heart of his campaign for racial justice.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Book Discussions, February 03, 2026, 02/03/2026, Historian Celebrates His New Book on MLK, King of the North (In Person AND Online!)

Jazz | Intimate Evening Performance by Austrian Jazz Pianist Simon Raab


Enjoy an intimate solo piano evening with Austrian jazz pianist Simon Raab, presenting a reflective, deeply personal program rooted in Vienna's jazz. This concert invites listeners into an intimate and poetic musical universe shaped by Raab's unmistakably Austrian artistic voice. Simon Raab presents a deeply personal solo piano program that embraces reduction, focus, and openness. Known as a versatile and technically refined pianist, Raab has long been an integral part of Austria's young jazz scene, both as a sought-after sideman and as the bandleader of the award-winning quartet Purple is the Color. In this solo project, Raab steps away from ensemble interaction and audience feedback, performing alone at the piano. The music emerged through an intense process of improvisation and composition, shaped note by note in the studio. Reduced to its essence, each sound carries weight and intention. The result is music that feels like an audible reflection: Clear, flowing, and light, yet rich in detail and unpredictability. T
   New York City, NY; NYC
Tue, Feb 3
6:30 pm
Free
Concerts, February 03, 2026, 02/03/2026, Intimate Evening Performance by Austrian Jazz Pianist Simon Raab

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.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Tue, Feb 3
6:30 pm
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Workshops, February 03, 2026, 02/03/2026, Origami Group Meet-Up

Talk | Spoken Word Performances Honoring MLK Jr.


Attend the MLK Spoken Word Contest (formerly, the MLK Oratorical Contest), an annual event to honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through oral performances. All performances will center around the prompt, “Infinite Dreams of Tomorrow,” and focus on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s vision of choosing hope and courage in times of imposed scarcity and division. The keynote will be given by Queens-born artist and educator Ebony Sojourner, whose arts educational organization, Disrupt Media, is on a mission to provide young people of color the opportunity and resources necessary to engage in storytelling as a practice of healing. Light refreshments will be served.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Talks, February 03, 2026, 02/03/2026, Spoken Word Performances Honoring MLK Jr.

Play | Award-Winning Political Drama Based on Classic Theater


   New York City, NY; NYC
Tue, Feb 3
7:00 pm
Regular: $40
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Comedy Club | Super Story Party


Enjoy a lively night of true stories and comedy as seasoned performers and fresh voices take the mic for a spirited storytelling showcase. Hosted by a veteran producer and storyteller, the evening also features a "Magic Hat Open-Mic," giving audience members a chance to share their own tales.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Party | Vinyl DJ Night: DJ Woof & Quinnette


Dance the night away at as DJs spin classic mixes of disco, hip-hop, funk and more - all on vinyl. The party continues on the blue rink deck and on ice, too. Experience what it was like to party in NYC in the early 70s to the 90s when DJ's played strictly vinyl. Dance to the hits that shaped NYC--: disco, funk, soul, house, boogie, latin, freestyle, and 80's & 90's hip-hop. Spun off from the legendary Mobile Mondays! all 45s night, Vinyl Nights is a vibrant, joyful, inclusive dance party & a celebration of "Everything New York" presented by Rebecca Lynn.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Tue, Feb 3
7:00 pm
Free
Partys, February 03, 2026, 02/03/2026, Vinyl DJ Night: DJ Woof & Quinnette

Book Discussion | Yi-Ling Liu Launches Her New Book, The Wall Dancers


The Wall Dancers author Yi-Ling Liu will be in conversation with senior writer at WIRED, Zeyi Yang. Synopsis: An indelible, deeply reported human narrative of contemporary China in which the country's carefully regulated internet offers a lens into the broader national tension between freedom and control. Yi-Ling Liu is a writer and editor covering Chinese society and technology. Her work has been published in The New York Times Magazine, Harper’s Magazine, WIRED, and The New Yorker. 
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Book Discussions, February 03, 2026, 02/03/2026, Yi-Ling Liu Launches Her New Book, The Wall Dancers

Classical Music | Modern & Contemporary Ensemble Works (In Person AND Online!)


Manhattan School of Music faculty members (Chloé Kiffer, violin, Alexandre Moutouzkine, piano, Elena Lisitsian, piano, Paul Cohen, saxophone, and Daniel Epstein, piano) perform a series of pieces by composers from the Modern and Contemporary musical periods. Program: Marc Eychenne (1933-) Cantilène et Danse Oliver Costello Reflecting Pools for 8 violins Evan Chambers (1963-) Come Down Heavy! Wolfgang Jacobi (1894-1972) Kleine Stücke Seiran Tozlian Fragments and Fusion (World Premiere) Astor Piazzolla (1921-1992) Libertango
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Concerts, February 03, 2026, 02/03/2026, Modern & Contemporary Ensemble Works (In Person AND Online!)

Reading | Bestselling Author Shares Her New Novel, This Book Made Me Think of You


Enjoy the book launch and reading of This Book Made Me Think of You by Libby Page, in conversation with Saumya Dave. Synopsis: A woman receives an unexpected gift from the man she loved and lost—a year of books, one for every month—launching a reading-inspired journey to live, dream, and love again in this glimmering and heart-stopping novel. Libby Page is a Sunday Times bestselling author whose work has been published in over 20 territories around the world. Her previous books include: The Lido, The 24-Hour Café, The Island Home, The Vintage Shop, and The Lifeline. Saumya Dave is a writer, board-certified psychiatrist, and mental health advocate. She’s the author of three novels: The Guilt Pill, Well-Behaved Indian Women, and What a Happy Family. Well-Behaved Indian Women was selected as the “summer’s fix” by the New York Times Book Review. 
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Readings, February 03, 2026, 02/03/2026, Bestselling Author Shares Her New Novel,&nbsp;This Book Made Me Think of You

Workshop | Central Park Running Session (All Levels Welcome)


If you prefer not to run alone or are looking to improve your running performance, you can run with a club! Open to runners of all levels. Weekly changed routes through the park. Coaches, training, running company and inspiration!
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Workshops, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Central Park Running&nbsp;Session (All Levels Welcome)

Book Discussion | Designer & Entrepreneur Stuart Weitzman Discusses His Career & Craft


Legendary shoe designer and entrepreneur Stuart Weitzman leads an exclusive and inspiring event where he will present A Designer’s Entrepreneurial Journey: On the Road Less Traveled. This book offers an inside look at his remarkable career, the creation of iconic styles worn by Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, and many others, and the invaluable life lessons he’s learned along the way. This is a rare opportunity to hear firsthand from one of the most influential designers of our time—an event not to be missed.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Book Discussions, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Designer & Entrepreneur&nbsp;Stuart Weitzman Discusses His Career & Craft

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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Museumss, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, New York City: History, Architecture, Social Movements, Cultural Diversity

Tour | Explore an Exhibition on Black Musical Theater History


Enjoy a guided tour of the new exhibition on Black musical theater history, Syncopated Stages: Black Disruptions to the Great White Way! This staff-led tour highlights the contributions of Black artists, shows, and theaters in the musical theater field, from pioneering artists of the 19th century to the great culture shapers and innovators of today.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Tours, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Explore an Exhibition on Black Musical Theater History

Museums | Wednesday 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.
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Wed, Feb 4
11:30 am
Free
Museumss, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Wednesday at a Unique Art Museum

Classical Music | Afternoon Bach


Take a momentary respite from a busy day to enjoy a selection of organ works by Johann Sebastian Bach in an intimate venue.
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12:20 pm
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Concerts, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Afternoon Bach

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, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Adult Chorus Session Open to All

Screening | Films from William Greaves: First World Festival of Negro Arts (1966) & Symbiopsychotaxiplasm (1966)


Participate in a celebration of the life and legacy of the pioneering late American filmmaker, William Greaves. Throughout his influential career, the Harlem-born documentary filmmaker was instrumental in documenting Black life on screen. In the height of the Civil Rights Movement, Greaves won an Emmy for his work as executive producer of Black Journal, a public program that broadcasted news authored by and about Black-American life, which aired on the National Education Television -- a predecessor of PBS -- through 1977. Greaves went on to produce, direct, and write a number of documentaries and experimental films through the 2000s, documenting themes across Black-American and diasporic revolutionary struggles and rendering portraits of influential Black leaders, from Ida B. Wells to Ralph Bunche. This program will feature two works by Greaves, beginning with the First World Festival of Negro Arts -- a film that captures the 1966 pan-African festival in Dakar, Senegal. The festival was a month-long celebration of Pan-African culture that featured live music, dance, theatre, and more from over 2500 artists with representation from 30 independent African countries. This film will be followed by a screening of Greaves's Symbiopsychotaxiplasm, an avant-garde film set in Central Park that Greaves shot through cinema-verite in 1966.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Wed, Feb 4
1:00 pm
Free
Screenings, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Films from William Greaves: First World Festival of Negro Arts (1966) & Symbiopsychotaxiplasm (1966)

Concert | Weekly Outdoor Bagpipe Tribute: Honoring 9/11 Lives and Legacies


A moving weekly bagpipe tribute honors those who lost their lives on 9/11, as well as individuals affected by the lasting health impacts of that day. The tribute begins with a performance near a symbolic column preserved from the site, followed by a second performance in a nearby outdoor space.
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1:00 pm
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Concerts, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Weekly Outdoor Bagpipe Tribute: Honoring 9/11 Lives and Legacies

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. **Some galleries are closed for installation**
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Wed, Feb 4
1:30 pm
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Museumss, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Afternoon in a Magnificent Small Museum

Film | Purple Rain (1984): Romantic Rock Musical Drama Film with Prince


A young musician, tormented by an abusive situation at home, must contend with a rival singer, a burgeoning romance, and his own dissatisfied band, as his star begins to rise. Director: Albert Magnoli Cast: Prince, Apollonia Kotero, Morris Day, Olga Karlatos, Clarence Williams III Prince was a singer, songwriter, musician, dancer, and actor. Often credited as an influence on music and one of the greatest musicians of his era, he pioneered the Minneapolis sound and was influential in the evolution of various other genres of music. Prince has sold more than 100 million records worldwide, making him one of the best-selling music artists of all time. His awards include the Grammy President's Merit Award, the American Music Awards for Achievement and of Merit, the Billboard Icon Award, an Academy Award, and a Golden Globe Award. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2004, the Rhythm and Blues Music Hall of Fame in 2016, the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2024, and twice into the Black Music & Entertainment Walk of Fame in 2022.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Wed, Feb 4
2:00 pm
Free
Films, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Purple Rain (1984): Romantic Rock Musical Drama Film with Prince

Workshop | Draw the Human Figure


Challenge your artistic skills by drawing the human figure. Each week a model will strike short and long poses for participants to draw. Artists/ educators will offer constructive suggestions and critique. Materials provided, and artists are encouraged to bring their own favorite media.
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2:00 pm
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Workshops, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Draw the Human Figure

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. This guided tour is first-come, first-served. It 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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Wed, Feb 4
3:00 pm
Free
Tours, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Historical House of The Distinguished American President of the Early 20th Century

Workshop | Intro to Photography Grip & Rigging 


Master the essential tools that hold every professional set together. This workshop introduces you to the world of grip, from the basic anatomy of a lightstand to advanced rigging techniques. You will learn why everyone needs grip on set and get a breakdown of the different grip positions and technicians who make it happen. The group will explore how to choose the right floor support, covering everything from traditional and C-stands to baby, combo, overhead, and wind-up models. You will also learn to use professional grip devices like super clamps, cardellinis, and scissor clamps. Beyond stands, the group will dive into rigging booms safely using multi-headers and offset arms, as well as mounting gear to walls and ceilings using baby plates, pipe grids, and couplers. The session also covers floor-to-ceiling varipoles and background supports like varidrives and crossbars. You will learn to shape light with scrims, flags, and silks, and we’ll touch on essential camera support. Whether you're learning to rig a background or discovering why the sandbag is the perfect safety assistant that never complains, you'll walk away with the confidence to build a secure and creative set. The group will wrap up with a keygrip lineup and a live Q&A to tackle your specific gear questions.
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3:00 pm
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Workshops, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Intro to Photography Grip & Rigging&nbsp;

Gallery Talk | Learn How a Historic Mansion Turned into a Museum


Join a museum educator for a brief gallery talk tracing how a Gilded Age mansion was transformed into a world-class art museum.
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3:30 pm
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Gallery Talks, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Learn How a Historic Mansion Turned into a Museum

Classical Music | Beethoven String Quartets Evening


Katarina String Quartet (Jeanel Liang, violin, Jerome Chiasson, violin, Celia Morin, viola, and Maya Enstad, cello) performs two quartets by one of the most important composers of all time. All-Beethoven (1770-1827) Program: Allegro from String Quartet No. 3 in D Major, Op. 18, No. 3 String Quartet No. 13 in B-flat Major, Op. 130
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Wed, Feb 4
5:30 pm
Free
Concerts, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Beethoven String Quartets Evening

City Walk | Activist Art and Community in Brooklyn


This guided walking tour explores Brooklyn’s activist creative ecosystem through visits to several dynamic cultural hubs. Led by collage artist Rich Garr, the walk offers behind-the-scenes glimpses into small organizations with outsized global impact, featuring mini-tours, conversations with hosts, and artistic surprises along the way. 
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6:00 pm
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City Walks, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Activist Art and Community in Brooklyn

Book Discussion | Award-Winning Writer Shares His New Bob Dylan Book: After the Flood


Enjoy a reading and conversation with author and Professor of Writing at The New School, Robert Polito, as he sits down with John Reed to talk about Polito's new work, After the Flood. Synopsis: Blending biography and archival history, After the Flood asks of Bob Dylan, "If your dreams are fulfilled at twenty, what do you do with the rest of your life?" A familiar narrative goes: Bob Dylan, the voice of sixties counterculture, disappeared in the 1970s, then released arguably the worst music of his career in the 1980s--only to be resurrected in 2016, when he was controversially awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature. Dylan's concerts once began with an announcer intoning a deadpan version of just such a narrative. That is not this story. Here, instead, is Dylan's second thirty years. Across an abecedarium of chapters surveying his albums, performances, films, and books since 1991--since that rainy February night in New York City when Dylan, then forty-nine, accepted a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, signaling in effect that his extraordinary vocation as a vital and indispensable creative force had ended, was over--After the Flood reveals Dylan's creative output during the last three decades as his most ambitious and accomplished yet.
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Wed, Feb 4
6:00 pm
Free
Book Discussions, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Award-Winning Writer Shares His New Bob Dylan Book: After the Flood

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: o Improving memory and focus o Enhancing critical thinking skills o Making connections o Reducing stress (and screen time!)
   New York City, NY; NYC
Wed, Feb 4
6:00 pm
Free
Partys, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Board Games Meet-Up

Workshop | Cardio Circuit Full-Body Workout


Boost your endurance and get your heart pumping in this high-energy, full-body workout. Participants move through fun and challenging bodyweight circuits designed for all fitness levels. Bring water and a towel. 
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6:00 pm
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Discussion | Experts Explore the Future of Conversion Therapy Bans in the U.S.


This event will bring together medical professionals and policy experts to discuss the future of conversion therapy bans in the United States. Over the last several years, 23 states, including New York and New Jersey, have barred licensed mental health professionals from providing therapy aimed at changing sexual orientation and gender identity. These conversion therapy bans often had bipartisan support when they passed. According to the New York Times, 8 statewide bans were “signed by Republican governors, and every bill passed with Republican support.” However, support for conversion therapy bans has declined recently as criticisms of policies and programs aimed at supporting queer and trans people have surged amongst the American public. In October, the Supreme Court heard in Chiles v. Salazar, a case that challenges Colorado’s ban on conversion therapy for minors. A majority of the justices expressed skepticism over Colorado’s law during oral argument.
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6:00 pm
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Discussions, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Experts Explore the Future of Conversion Therapy Bans in the U.S.

Book Discussion | Filmmaker Benoît Cohen Shares His New Memoir, Wonderful


Enjoy a conversation with fillmaker Benoît Cohen to celebrate his new book, Wonderful, a stirring and thoughtful exploration of life, loss, and grief within a family. The conversation will be followed by a signing.
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Book Discussions, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Filmmaker&nbsp;Beno&icirc;t Cohen Shares His New Memoir,&nbsp;Wonderful

Opening Reception | Intimate Nighttime Photography Exploring Masculinity, Trauma, and Empathy


This debut solo exhibition presents a series of intimate, nocturnal photographs documenting male friendship, grief, and vulnerability within a close-knit graffiti crew in Queens, New York. Shot largely at night with point-and-shoot cameras, the images move between moments of tenderness and tension, offering a nuanced portrait of masculinity and the nature of trauma.
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Opening Receptions, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Intimate Nighttime Photography Exploring Masculinity, Trauma, and Empathy

Classical Music | Modern French Works for Organ & Choir


Illustrating the dramatic range of the new pipe organ, Trinity organist Avi Stein and organ scholar Alex Leonardi will perform Louis Vierne’s stunningly grandiose Messe solennelle — a piece that explores the depths of the organ’s colors and sonic possibilities — in concert with Trinity Choir. The evening’s tour of the rich legacy of French music will also feature the work of three of Vierne’s preeminent pupils: Nadia Boulanger, her younger sister Lili Boulanger, and Marcel Dupré. With Melissa Baker, flute, and Melissa Attebury, conductor.
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Concerts, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Modern French Works for Organ & Choir

Book Discussion | Quiet Reading Meet Up


Bring a book or check one out of the library to read to yourself for one hour. After that, spend an hour socializing with those around you!
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6:00 pm
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Book Discussions, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Quiet Reading Meet Up

Screening | After All This (2025): Short Documentary on Novelist Sarah Thankam Mathews (+ Reading from Mathews, Discussion, and Q&A)


Attend a screening of the documentary short After All This, profiling novelist Sarah Thankam Mathews, directed by Oscar-shortlisted filmmaker Andrew Nadkarni, and produced by Maryam Mir! After All This (15 mins) follows author Sarah Thankam Mathews after the success of her debut novel, All This Could Be Different, as she embarks on her second novel, drawing from her adolescence between India and Oman. As Sarah excavates lost place and time, she must contend with the weight of truthful representation and the contradictions within her childhood memories. Following the screening, Sarah will do a live reading of her novel in progress, never before shared publicly. The reading will be followed by a conversation and Q&A between Sarah and director Andrew Nadkarni, moderated by producer Maryam Mir. They'll talk about the process of making their sophomore project, writing across mediums (literary and film), and how they find flow and sustenance when embarking on new creative endeavors. Film screening, reading, and conversation will be followed by an informal reception with light refreshments.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Wed, Feb 4
6:30 pm
Free
Screenings, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, After All This (2025): Short Documentary on Novelist Sarah Thankam Mathews (+ Reading from Mathews, Discussion, and Q&A)

Screening | Mama's Voice (2025): Documentary about Ukrainian Refugee Family (+ Filmmaker DIscussion)


Enjoy a preview screening and discussion of Mama's Voice. The preview screening will be introduced by Yuri Shevchuk, who will also moderate the post-screening discussion with director Ganna Yarovenko and producer Larysa Yarovenko. In the early days of Russia's full scale invasion, film director Ganna flees with her children and elderly mother from Russian gunfire near Kyiv. Amidst the chaos, they find shelter in Poland with Kaja, an artist, singer, and mother of five, who welcomes them as a family. Despite the language barrier, the Ukrainian and Polish mothers form a deep bond that helps Ganna confront trauma, loss, and the terrifying new reality of war. Ganna's family is torn between those who left and those who stayed. Her father, Petro, refuses to abandon his land near Bucha, surviving the Russian occupation while stubbornly tending to his garden. Her young daughter Malva quickly adapts to life in Poland, while her teenage son Orest struggles with loneliness. Meanwhile, Malva's father--a renowned folk musician--promises to reunite with them at a music festival in Poland, though wartime restrictions rarely allow Ukrainian men to leave the country. What will it take for his family, fractured by war, to come together again? Told through the lens of a refugee, the film captures the experiences of Ukrainian women and children. Director: Ganna Yarovenko
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Wed, Feb 4
6:30 pm
Free
Screenings, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Mama's Voice (2025): Documentary about Ukrainian Refugee Family (+ Filmmaker DIscussion)

Discussion | Award Winning German Author & Philosophy Scholar Discuss the Role of Literature in Fractured Society


Experience a special evening featuring award‑winning German author and public intellectual Navid Kermani in conversation with Omri Boehm, Associate Professor and Chair of Philosophy at The New School. These two prominent thinkers will discuss how current global conflict and political division are reshaping public life. In recent years, Kermani has traveled through regions marked by upheaval to document how ordinary people endure, resist, and make meaning. Drawing on these journeys, he will read from his recent writings and reflect on the role of literature in times of crisis. Kermani and Boehm will explore what it means to write, think, and speak publicly in an era defined by polarization, war, displacement, and deepening political fragmentation. Their conversation will touch on current developments in the Middle East and consider how these events reverberate in Germany, the United States, and beyond. Together, they will examine how the idea of "the West" is evolving, and whether literature, poetry, and religious thought can still offer common ground or moral orientation in fractured societies.
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Discussions, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Award Winning German Author & Philosophy Scholar Discuss the Role of Literature in Fractured Society

Gallery Talk | James Baldwin: Voice of American Literature and Activism


A film series dedicated to the life and legacy of novelist and activist James Baldwin, featuring films from the early 1960s through the early 1970s. Selected by artist Glenn Ligon, the screenings explore Baldwin’s political thought, cultural criticism, and personal life, from public debates and documentary footage to more intimate portraits. The series opens with a conversation between Glenn Ligon and writer Nicholas Boggs on Baldwin’s lasting influence. 
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Gallery Talks, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, James Baldwin: Voice of American Literature and Activism

Talk | Air Quality and Environmental Inequality in the NYC Subway System


This talk examines air quality in New York City’s subway system and how exposure to pollution varies across communities. Drawing on system-wide air quality measurements and commuter data, the program explores how factors such as train friction, ventilation, race, income, and neighborhood shape who is most affected by poor underground air conditions. For ages 21+ only.
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Play | Award-Winning Political Drama Based on Classic Theater


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Wed, Feb 4
7:00 pm
Regular: $40
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Play | Drama - Complicated Family Relationship


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Wed, Feb 4
7:00 pm
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Book Discussion | Historian Shares Her New Nonfiction Book, Not Your Founding Father: How a Nonbinary Minister Became America's Most Radical Revolutionary (In Person AND Online!)


Historian Nina Sankovitch will speak about her new book, Not Your Founding Father: How a Nonbinary Minister Became America's Most Radical Revolutionary, with author Jennifer Finney Boyla.  In 1776 a 23-year-old woman named Jemima Wilkinson suffered a severe illness, declared her past self dead, and then rebranded as the Public Universal Friend, a genderless messenger of God. In a few short years the Friend preached across the Northeast and attracted a devoted band of followers known as the Society of Universal Friends. Sankovitch's book recounts the Friend’s radical and unprecedented ministry. It traces the life of Jemima Wilkinson in colonial Rhode Island through to the Friend’s efforts to establish a community based on principles of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, as well as the challenges and scandals that threatened it.
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Book Discussions, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Historian Shares Her New Nonfiction Book, Not Your Founding Father: How a Nonbinary Minister Became America's Most Radical Revolutionary (In Person AND Online!)

Dancing | Learn New Moves with Local Dance Instructors


Learn new moves from New York City’s finest dance instructors, then show off your style on the dance floor with a full hour of social dancing! Participants are welcome to bring their own partner, continue to dance solo, or dance with someone new!
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7:00 pm
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Dancings, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Learn New Moves with Local Dance Instructors

Poetry Reading | Poets Share Their Bilingual Works (+ Q&A)


Attend a conversation between two poets and their translator. Poets Lolbé González Arceo and Marcelo Rioseco will share their work and speak with translator Arthur Malcolm Dixon. This event features a brief introduction by Garcilaso Pumar, bilingual readings of selected poems by each author, a conversation on the translation process, and a concluding audience Q&A.
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Poetry Readings, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Poets Share Their Bilingual Works (+ Q&A)

Play | Theatrical Romp with Music, Dance, Comedy


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Wed, Feb 4
7:00 pm
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Cabaret | Tribute at Iconic Pop Groups


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Wed, Feb 4
7:00 pm
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Other | Uplifting Interactive Experience


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Wed, Feb 4
7:00 pm
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Others, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Uplifting Interactive Experience

Discussion | Panel Talk on Color in Architecture (Aesthetics, Mood, & Environment"


Attend a timely panel discussion, ‘The Importance of Color In Architecture’, moderated by Elley Cheng, former President of Pantone. The distinguished panel — Tannese Williams (Pantone Fashion + Home Interiors), Hannah Yeo (Benjamin Moore & Co.), and Nélida Quintero, PhD, MArch, MFA (Environmental Psychologist / Architect) — will explore how color shapes not just aesthetics, but mood, memory, well-being, and our sense of place. Discover why certain hues recur over decades — and what the “color of now” reveals about our evolving social and cultural environment.  
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Discussions, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Panel Talk on Color in Architecture (Aesthetics, Mood, & Environment"

Concert | Tribute to Legendary British Rock Band at a Major Venue


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Wed, Feb 4
8:00 pm
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Concerts, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Tribute to Legendary British Rock Band at a Major Venue

Workshop | Central Park Running Session (All Levels Welcome)


If you prefer not to run alone or are looking to improve your running performance, you can run with a club! Open to runners of all levels. Weekly changed routes through the park. Coaches, training, running company and inspiration!
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Workshops, February 05, 2026, 02/05/2026, Central Park Running&nbsp;Session (All Levels Welcome)

Open Studios | Contemporary Inuit Art: Drawing, Sculpture, and Transformation


An exhibition showcasing vibrant graphic works and small-scale sculptures by a contemporary Inuit artist whose practice includes drawing and stone carving. Using bold colors, lively patterns, and playful figures, the works portray Arctic wildlife alongside composite human-animal forms. Drawing from both Indigenous visual traditions and pop culture, the exhibition demonstrates a dynamic approach to storytelling and material experimentation.
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Open Studioss, February 05, 2026, 02/05/2026, Contemporary Inuit Art: Drawing, Sculpture, and Transformation

Workshop | Learn How To Play Mah-Jongg


Mah-Jongg is a four-person tile game of skill, strategy, and luck! Learn the rules and mechanics of American Mah-Jongg. Attend a two hour group lesson with instructor Susan Richards. Sets and a few cards provided, but you are encouraged to bring your own cards.
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Workshops, February 05, 2026, 02/05/2026, Learn How To Play Mah-Jongg

Symposium | New Perspectives on Early Cycladic Art


This symposium brings together an international group of scholars to examine the Leonard N. Stern Collection of Cycladic Art, presented through a landmark cultural partnership with Greece. Through a series of short talks and discussions, participants explore archaeology, artistic exchange, modern reception, and new approaches to understanding Early Bronze Age Cycladic works.
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10:30 am
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Symposiums, February 05, 2026, 02/05/2026, New Perspectives on Early Cycladic Art

Film | Sparkle (1976): Classic Musical Drama Film


In 1950s Harlem, Sparkle, Sister, and Dolores are three musically gifted sisters whose mother, Effie, supports them by working as a maid. Encouraged by Sparkle's boyfriend, Stix, the three form a singing group and become a sensation at a local nightclub. However, tensions rise when Sister is appointed the group's lead singer and begins dating Satin, an abusive, drug-addicted pimp. Director: Sam O'Steen Cast: Irene Cara, Philip M. Thomas, Lonette McKee, Dwan Smith, Mary Alice
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11:00 am
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Films, February 05, 2026, 02/05/2026, Sparkle (1976): Classic Musical Drama Film

Classical Music | Afternoon Bach


Take a momentary respite from a busy day to enjoy a selection of organ works by Johann Sebastian Bach in an intimate venue.
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12:20 pm
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Concerts, February 05, 2026, 02/05/2026, Afternoon Bach

Classical Music | 18th Century Ensemble Compositions by and for Women (In Person AND Online!)


This program--performed by Brooklyn Baroque ensemble members Melanie Williams, flute, Serafim Smigelskiy, violoncello, and Rebecca Pechefsky, harpsichord--will feature 18th-century compositions inspired by and written for women -- whether powerful monarchs or cultured private citizens -- including pieces by Johann Christian Bach, Jean-Marie Leclair, Christoph Schaffrath, and Domenico Scarlatti.
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Thu, Feb 5
1:15 pm
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Concerts, February 05, 2026, 02/05/2026, 18th Century Ensemble Compositions by and for Women (In Person AND Online!)

Film | Bugonia (2025): Black Comedy Directed by Yorgos Lanthimos, Starring Emma Stone


Two conspiracy-obsessed young men kidnap the high-powered CEO of a major company, convinced that she is an alien intent on destroying planet Earth. Director: Yorgos Lanthimos Cast: Emma Stone, Jesse Plemons, Aidan Delbis, Stavros Halkias, Alicia Silverstone Yorgos Lanthimos is an acclaimed Greek filmmaker, having received multiple accolades, including a BAFTA Award, and a Golden Lion, plus nominations for five Academy Awards and a Golden Globe Award. Lanthimos started his career in experimental theatre before directing film. He received nominations for the Academy Award for Best Director and Best Picture for The Favourite and Poor Things, in addition to winning the Golden Lion for the latter. Emma Stone is an American actress and film producer. Over her career so far, she's earned such accolades as two Academy Awards, two British Academy Film Awards, and two Golden Globes. In 2017, she was the world's highest-paid actress and was named by Time magazine as one of the 100 most influential people in the world. 
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Films, February 05, 2026, 02/05/2026, Bugonia (2025): Black Comedy Directed by Yorgos Lanthimos, Starring Emma Stone

Workshop | Photo-Based Creative Writing Session


This event is an afternoon of creative writing inspired by photographs. No formal writing experience is required - just enthusiasm and curiosity to see where writing takes you. Come write freely and meet other people who love writing for the sake of writing!
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Workshops, February 05, 2026, 02/05/2026, Photo-Based Creative Writing Session

Master Class | Explore the Ins & Outs of Violin Performance (In Person AND Online!)


"Queen of the Baroque Violin" (Sunday Times) Rachel Podger, a leading interpreter of the Baroque and Classical, shares wisdom and techniques on violin mastery.
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Concerts, February 05, 2026, 02/05/2026, Explore the Ins & Outs of Violin Performance (In Person AND Online!)

Workshop | Learn about Photography Portfolios with NYT-Featured Photographer


With over two decades of industry experience, including over fifteen years being represented by galleries, Stephen Mallon teaches his skills and experience required to work with festivals, galleries, museums and the like. Whether you’re a newer artist navigating the world of portfolio reviews or a seasoned creative looking to break into the world of galleries, this multi-part series offers something for everyone. Stephen shares his wisdom and experience, along with plenty of helpful tips and useful hacks, to help you get your work seen by your target audience. To get the series underway, Stephen will take you inside the world of portfolio reviews, festivals, galleries and museums to show you what this side of the business is all about. From understanding the industry as a whole to finding your place within it, he will guide you in the right direction to feel more confident and educated in your approach getting your work in front of the right people.
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Workshops, February 05, 2026, 02/05/2026, Learn about Photography Portfolios with NYT-Featured Photographer

Gallery Talk | Love, Desire, and Gender in Medieval Art


Discover how love, sex, and gender were represented in medieval art through a focused gallery talk. Experts guide small groups through select objects, sharing new insights, untold stories, and close-up perspectives on the works' craftsmanship, symbolism, and social context. Attendees can also ask questions and engage directly with the discussion.
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Gallery Talks, February 05, 2026, 02/05/2026, Love, Desire, and Gender in Medieval Art

Museums | Thursday Evenings at a Living Memorial Museum


Explore a museum dedicated to Holocaust remembrance, Jewish life, and education. View expansive galleries, survivor testimonies, and tens of thousands of artifacts. The museum also offers a theater, a genealogy center, an outdoor memorial, and a cafe.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Thu, Feb 5
4:00 pm
Free
Museumss, February 05, 2026, 02/05/2026, Thursday Evenings at a Living Memorial Museum

Museums | Photography: Exploring the Power of the Image.


This museum is the world's leading institution dedicated to photography and visual culture. It was founded in 1974 to champion "concerned photography"--socially and politically minded images that can educate and change the world. Through its exhibitions, education programs, community outreach, and public programs, the museum offers an open forum for dialogue about the power of the image.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Thu, Feb 5
5:00 pm
$5, tickets required
Museumss, February 05, 2026, 02/05/2026, Photography: Exploring the Power of the Image.

Book Signing | Pulitzer Prize-Winning Photojournalist Shares His New Book, Seonbi Country Korea: Seeking Sagehood (+ Signing)


Enjoy a special Meet & Greet with Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist and author Hyungwon Kang. Discover his new book Seonbi Country Korea: Seeking Sagehood and engage in an inspiring conversation about the timeless Seonbi Spirit--honor, courage, wisdom, and leadership. Learn about Korea's unique cultural heritage and explore how the Seonbi values remain relevant today. About the Book: Seonbi refers to the learned class of the Joseon Dynasty, who not only possessed Confucian knowledge but also pursued the perfection of character. They cultivated scholarship and virtue, and were willing to risk their lives for justice and greater causes. The Seonbi Spirit formed the foundation of Joseon thought and remains one of Korea's most valuable intellectual and cultural legacies. Through this book, the author introduces the world to Korea's representative philosophy and heritage--the spirit and culture of the Seonbi--from diverse perspectives. It highlights timeless values such as honor, discipline, courage, empathy, inclusion, and wisdom, offering insights that continue to inspire leaders and individuals today.
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Thu, Feb 5
5:00 pm
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Book Signings, February 05, 2026, 02/05/2026, Pulitzer Prize-Winning Photojournalist Shares His New Book, Seonbi Country Korea: Seeking Sagehood (+ Signing)

Classical Music | Viola Works by J.S. Bach, Hindemith, & More (In Person AND Online!)


Violist Bill Ko performs a series of pieces by composers from various musical periods. Program: J.S. Bach (1685-1750) (arr. for Viola) Cello Suite No. 6 in G Major Gyorgy Kurtag (1926-) Signs, Games, And Messages Arnold Bax (1883-1953) Sonata for Viola and Piano GP. 251 Paul Hindemith (1895-1963) Der Schwanendreher
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Thu, Feb 5
5:30 pm
Free
Concerts, February 05, 2026, 02/05/2026, Viola Works by J.S. Bach, Hindemith, & More (In Person AND Online!)

Classical Music | Works by Mozart, Cesar Franck, & Brahms for Violin and Piano


Jenny Jin, violin, and Andrew Hsu, piano, perform three pieces by famous composers from the Classical and Romantic periods. Program: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756-1791) Allegro from Violin Concerto No. 3 in G Major, K. 216 Cesar Franck (1822-1890) Movements from Violin Sonata in A major Johann Brahms (1833-1897) Movements from Violin Concerto in D Major, Op. 77
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Thu, Feb 5
5:30 pm
Free
Concerts, February 05, 2026, 02/05/2026, Works by Mozart, Cesar Franck, & Brahms for Violin and Piano

Film | Valerie and Her Week of Wonders - Valerie a týden divu (1970): Czech Gothic Coming-of-Age Surrealist Fantasy Film


Surreal tale in which love, fear, sex, and religion merge into one fantastic world, based on a classical Czech novel of the same title. Director: Jaromil Jireš Cast: Jaroslava Schallerová, Helena Anýžová, Petr Kopřiva, Jiří Prýmek In Czech with English subtitles.
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Films, February 05, 2026, 02/05/2026, Valerie and Her Week of Wonders - Valerie a t&yacute;den divu (1970): Czech Gothic Coming-of-Age Surrealist Fantasy Film

Classical Music | Baroque Piece for Violin & Harpsichord (+ Pre-Concert Talk) (In Person AND Online!)


With a pre-concert talk, by Marco Donato Tomassi, at 5:15pm. Violinist Jimmy Drancsak and harpsichordist Julian Bennett Holmes will play the complete Sonatae unarum fidum (1664) of Johann Heinrich Schmelzer.
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Thu, Feb 5
6:00 pm
Free
Concerts, February 05, 2026, 02/05/2026, Baroque Piece for Violin & Harpsichord (+ Pre-Concert Talk) (In Person AND Online!)

Discussion | Creative Panel Explores Power & Responsibility in Shaping Narratives


Bringing together conversation, recognition, and artistry, this event features a panel exploring how individuals and communities move beyond constraints toward transformative change and possibility. The conversation features Michael Ealy, actor and producer, and Min Jin Lee, author of Pachinko. Drawing on lived experience and professional work across cultural production and global storytelling, the panelists will reflect on the power and responsibility of shaping narratives—and how those narratives can expand possibility and fuel hope. Together, they will explore how creativity, courage, and moral imagination can open pathways toward more inclusive futures.
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Discussions, February 05, 2026, 02/05/2026, Creative Panel Explores Power & Responsibility in Shaping Narratives

Opening Reception | Feminist Projections and Public Interventions


Michele Pred’s solo exhibition features photographs, sculptural installations, and mixed-media works that explore equality, freedom, and collective resistance. At the heart of the show are her large-scale public projections, which reclaim cultural landmarks with bold feminist statements and imagery, turning architecture into a platform for dialogue and empowerment.
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Opening Receptions, February 05, 2026, 02/05/2026, Feminist Projections and Public Interventions

Opening Reception | Multi-Artist Exhibition on the Convergence of Fashion & Faith


Experience the Fashion - Faith: Rituals and Dialogues (FFRD) exhibition, which aims to provide a democratized space for dialogue towards the generation of intellectual and creative ideas with a particular emphasis placed on an investigation into what we mean by embodied faith and its relationship to clothing. It seeks to enable visitors to better understand how our embodiment, dress, and spiritual practices can generate critical, integrated approaches to fashion, creative making, and scholarship, contributing to the discourse on dress and identity within the fields of fashion and religious studies.  The objects exhibited demonstrate ways in which the tenets of faith inform fashion practice and inspire social justice approaches to conscious fashion labels. Given the ability of faith and fashion to shape identity, the exhibition asks the following key questions: Does “the fashioned self” resonate with or separate religious views of identity?  What are fashion’s rituals and how might these relate to the ritual practices of various worldviews? Can faith traditions be reconciled with the logics and rituals of fashion? What are some of the ways we navigate space and agency through fashion and faith?   Faith is used in its broadest sense to include religious traditions as well as a wide variety of spiritual practices and worldviews.
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Opening Receptions, February 05, 2026, 02/05/2026, Multi-Artist Exhibition on the Convergence of Fashion & Faith

Opening Reception | Photography & Printmaking: Polaroid Works and Lithographs


An opening reception for two concurrent exhibitions featuring photographic and print-based works. Polaroid Revisions presents enlarged Polaroid photographs by Liz DeMayo, whose physically manipulated surfaces introduce movement, texture, and visual ambiguity into natural scenes. Welcome to Minako’s World features colorful lithographs by Minako Ito that capture urban spaces, landscapes, and everyday environments with warmth, precision, and a distinct personal viewpoint. Together, the exhibitions highlight varied approaches to image-making across photography and printmaking.
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Opening Receptions, February 05, 2026, 02/05/2026, Photography & Printmaking: Polaroid Works and Lithographs

Opening Reception | Portraits in Tension: Exploring Identity Through Paired Images


This upcoming exhibition examines how portraits can hold multiple histories at once, using a 1938 photograph by August Sander as a point of departure. Featuring works that reveal the shifting relationships between sitter, artist, and viewer, the show investigates the layered social, political, and emotional forces embedded in portraiture. 
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Opening Receptions, February 05, 2026, 02/05/2026, Portraits in Tension: Exploring Identity Through Paired Images

Lecture | Race, Freedom, and Daily Life in Early New York (Online!) 


A historical talk exploring the lives of free, "half-free," and enslaved Black people in 17th-century New York. The program examines how early Black communities formed, raised families, and shaped the city's development under Dutch colonial rule. Presented by a museum historian, the discussion highlights often-overlooked histories that complicate normalized narratives of New York's past. 
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Lectures, February 05, 2026, 02/05/2026, Race, Freedom, and Daily Life in Early New York (Online!)&nbsp;

Opening Reception | Visural & Critical Studies Multi-Artist Exhibition


The BFA Visual and Critical Studies Spring 2026 Exhibition, showcasing the work of the program's students.
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Opening Receptions, February 05, 2026, 02/05/2026, Visural & Critical Studies Multi-Artist Exhibition

Lecture | Writer Sophie Lewis Discusses Feminity & Feminism


Writer and academic Sophie Lewis, in conversation with scholar Emma Heaney, discusses "femmephilia" and the place of "artifical femininity" in feminism.  The Anglophone word “femme” carries a freight borne of many decades of anti-ontological proletarian sex-pleasure. It refers, specifically, to self-consciously artificial femininity, in other words, the collective arts of "girl stuff" deployed against cisness. This is why all revolutionary feminism must be femmephilic, or so it is here argued—because our fight as feminists is not with femininity at all, but with femininity’s abuse. Let us at last confront the false antithesis between the feminine and the feminist, which has dogged cisnormative gender-emancipatory thought for two centuries.
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Lectures, February 05, 2026, 02/05/2026, Writer Sophie Lewis Discusses Feminity & Feminism

Book Discussion | Artist Biographer Shares Her Re-Released Book, Basquiat: A Quick Killing in Art


Artist biographer Phoebe Hoban discusses her recently re-released bestseller about Jean-Michel Basquiat, Basquiat: A Quick Killing in Art. Jean-Michel Basquiat evolved from a teenage graffiti artist into an international art star in less than a decade. Today, he is considered one of the major artists of the 20th century. Acclaimed journalist and author Phoebe Hoban eloquently portrays his life in Basquiat: A Quick Killing in Art. Originally published in 1998, it was a national bestseller and a New York Times Notable Book. This edition includes a new introduction that brings readers up to speed on recent developments in Basquiat’s extraordinary posthumous career: from continuous record-breaking sales to global branding to scandals involving forgeries, most notably the fakes seized several years ago by the FBI during a raid of a Basquiat exhibit at the Orlando Museum of Art. Basquiat: A Quick Killing in Art is a fascinating portrait of the young artist and his time, from the rise and fall of the graffiti movement, to the booming East Village art scene, to the powerful art dealers and avaricious auction houses.
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Book Discussions, February 05, 2026, 02/05/2026, Artist Biographer Shares Her Re-Released Book,&nbsp;Basquiat: A Quick Killing in Art

Discussion | Conversations in Black Freedom Studies on Police Violence & Activism Suppression (In Person AND Online!)


This Black History Month, attend an event on Policing Blackness: Resisting Repression, Police Violence, and Surveillance. Brittany Friedman will present on a critical new text Carceral Apartheid: How Lies and White Supremacists Run Our Prisons. Aaron G. Fountain will discuss High School Students Unite! Teen Activism, Education Reform, and FBI Surveillance in Postwar America, connecting struggles over policing and education. Joshua Clark Davis will share research from Police Against the Movement: The Sabotage of the Civil Rights Struggle and the Activists Who Fought Back, expanding our understanding of repression beyond COINTELPRO. Finally, LaShawn Harris will teach about the life of Eleanor Bumpurs, which she powerfully illuminates in Tell Her Story: Eleanor Bumpurs & the Police Killing That Galvanized New York City. 
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Discussions, February 05, 2026, 02/05/2026, Conversations in Black Freedom Studies on Police Violence & Activism Suppression (In Person AND Online!)

Book Discussion | Discover The Wretch by Tullia d'Aragona, a Renaissance Masterpiece


Discover a forgotten Renaissance masterpiece at the book presentation of Tullia d'Aragona's The Wretch, Otherwise Known as Guerrino, edited by Julia Hairston and translated by John McLucas. This event features a panel discussion with Julia L. Hairston, editor, and John C. McLucas, translator. This landmark volume offers the first English translation of the earliest epic poem written by an Italian woman, presented in a bilingual, unabridged, and fully annotated edition. Part adventure tale, part literary milestone, The Wretch follows the astonishing journey of Guerrino--a nobleman kidnapped by pirates as a child and sold into slavery--through a world of abductions, same-sex seductions, fantastical beasts, and far-flung travels across Europe, Africa, Asia, and even the Purgatory of St. Patrick. Written amid the cultural and religious upheavals of the sixteenth century, the poem engages directly with the epic tradition shaped by Ariosto's Orlando Furioso. This event invites the audience to explore Tullia d'Aragona's bold reimagining of the epic genre and her pioneering role in opening its highest literary ranks to women writers.
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Thu, Feb 5
6:30 pm
Free
Book Discussions, February 05, 2026, 02/05/2026, Discover The Wretch by Tullia d'Aragona, a Renaissance Masterpiece

Classical Music | Italian Renaissance Works for Viols, Lutes, & Voice


Parthenia Viol Consort with soprano Sherezade Panthaki and lutenist Christopher Morrongiello presents a program of canzonas, dances, madrigals, and motets by composers of the 16th century, including Verdelot, Arcadelt, Guami, and Tromboncino. In this program, the artists use viols and lutes styled on those from the 16th century. Program: Florentio Maschera (c. 1541-1584) Canzon Quinta: La Maggia Bartolomeo Tromboncino (c.1470-1535) Non val aqua al mio gran foco Bartolomeo Tromboncino (c.1470-1535) Ave Maria Pilippe Verdelot (c.1485-c.1530) Selections from Libri di madrigali Jacques Arcadelt (c. 1505-1568) O sacrum convivium Joan Ambrosio Dalza (fl. 1508) Selections from Intabulatura de lauto Julio Segni da Modena (1498-1561) & Girolamo Parabosco (c.1524-1557) Three Ricercars from Musica Nova Andrea Gabrieli (1542-1585) Asia Felice Andrea Gabrieli (1542-1585) Ricercar del secondo tuono Gioseffo Guami (1542-1611) Canzona Francese: La Guamina Cipriano de Rore (1515-1565) & Riccardo Rognoni (c. 1550-1620) Ancor che col partire Anonymous El Bisson Anonymous La traditora Anonymous La cara cosa Vincenzo Ruffo (c.1508-1587) La Gamba Francesco Canova da Milano (1497-1543) Ricercar, Ness 84 Francesco Canova da Milano (1497-1543) Two Fantasias, Ness 30 ~ 81 Francesco Canova da Milano (1497-1543) Two Ricercars, Ness 15 ~ 45 Giovanni Cavaccio (c.1556-1626) Pavana & Saltarello Philippe Verdelot (c. 1470-1542) Italia mia
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Concerts, February 05, 2026, 02/05/2026, Italian Renaissance Works for Viols, Lutes, & Voice

Lecture | Learn about Urbanism & The Contemporary CIty 


By presenting a particular set of works by the Office of Adrian Phiffer, this lecture aims to provoke a condition of optimism about urbanism while asking: What does urbanism still mean for the contemporary city? It will argue that from its collapse under the weight of scale, complexity, ideology, environment, and smartness, a residue remains: an urbanism without guarantees, without unanimity, without a single public, but not without use—perhaps something it has always been after all: a practice of thinking and acting as a question of relationality.
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Lectures, February 05, 2026, 02/05/2026, Learn about Urbanism & The&nbsp;Contemporary CIty&nbsp;

Discussion | Poet/Activist & Curator Discuss Life & Artwork of Artist Judith Waterman


A special gathering and discussion between poet/activist Irena Klepfisz and curator Ariel Goldberg on the life and artwork of Judith Waterman. Waterman was a prolific visual artist who created paintings, photographs, and mixed-media works on paper between the 1960s until the last years of her life.  None knew Waterman's work more intimately than Klepfisz, who enjoyed a 38-year partnership with Waterman, which offers a unique perspective on lesbian cultural organizing across mediums, and support structures within romantic, long-term lesbian relationships between artists.
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Discussions, February 05, 2026, 02/05/2026, Poet/Activist & Curator Discuss Life & Artwork of Artist Judith Waterman

Author Reading | 4 Prize-Winning Authors Share Their Memoirs


A reading and conversation featuring memoirists Thomas Beller, Samina Najmi, Oliver Radclyffe, and Jeannie Vanasco. The event will conclude with a reception/signing with books for sale. Thomas Beller is the author of two works of fiction, Seduction Theory and The Sleep-Over Artist; J.D. Salinger: The Escape Artist, which won the New York City Book Award; Lost in the Game: A Book about Basketball; How to Be A Man: Scenes from a Protracted Boyhood; and, most recently, Degas at the Gas Station, a collection of autobiographical essays. Samina Najmi is the author of a memoir-in-essays, Sing Me a Circle: Love, Loss, and a Home in Time, which won the Aurora Polaris Award in Creative Nonfiction. Oliver Radclyffe is the author of Frighten the Horses and Adult Human Male. Jeannie Vanasco is the author of A Silent Treatment, Things We Didn’t Talk About When I Was a Girl—a New York Times Editors' Choice and a best book of 2019 by TIME, Esquire, Kirkus, among others—and The Glass Eye.
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Author Readings, February 05, 2026, 02/05/2026, 4 Prize-Winning&nbsp;Authors&nbsp;Share Their Memoirs

Play | Award-Winning Political Drama Based on Classic Theater


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Thu, Feb 5
7:00 pm
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Concert | Cuban Classical & Contemporary Works with the Alma String Quartet


Hear the Alma String Quartet perform classical and contemporary repertoire written for the ensemble, as well as collaborating with different performers of concert music. This performance features music by Leo Brouwer and other Cuban composers. The ensemble has participated in all editions of the Festival La Ruta de Mozart since 2018, the 2018 and 2019 editions of the Festival de las Artes de la Universidad de las Artes, and in the Mozart-Havana Festival in 2018. Since 2020, the quartet has been collaborating with Leo Brouwer's Oficina Ediciones Espiral Eterna, performing and recording his quartets.
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Concerts, February 05, 2026, 02/05/2026, Cuban Classical & Contemporary Works with the Alma String Quartet

Play | Drama - Complicated Family Relationship


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Thu, Feb 5
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Lecture | Explore the World of Online Mapping & Data Visualization with a Harvard Professor


Eric Rodenbeck, founder of award-winning design and technology studio Stamen, and Lecturer in Architecture at Harvard's Graduate School of Design, delves into the emerging world of online mapping and data visualization. Rodenbeck's work has appeared in The New York Times, The Atlantic, The Washington Post, Bloomberg, Vice, Scientific American, and many other publications. The Dalai Lama trusted him to make maps of what science knows about human emotions, the Getty trusted him to help tell the world about Ed Ruscha's hundreds of thousands of automatic photographs of Los Angeles, Facebook trusted him to tell stories about human mobility during COVID, and the Audubon society trusted him to make maps of North American bird ranges in different client change scenarios. Radically interdisciplinary and collaborative, his work has been featured in galleries and museums around the world and is in the permanent collections of the Museum of Modern Art and the Smithsonian. In 2017, Stamen was awarded the National Design Award for Interaction Design by the Cooper Hewitt Smithsonian Museum.
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Thu, Feb 5
7:00 pm
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Lectures, February 05, 2026, 02/05/2026, Explore the World of Online Mapping & Data Visualization with a Harvard Professor

Book Discussion | National Book Foundation 5 Under 35 Author Jenny Tinghui Zhang Launches Her New Novel, Superfan


Jenny Tinghui Zhang talks about her new novel, Superfan, in conversation with Kylie Lucia Wu.  From National Book Foundation 5 Under 35 honoree Jenny Tinghui Zhang, a novel about a pop idol and his superfan, whose stories shockingly collide. Dazzling, entrancing, and deeply heartfelt, Superfan is about fandom in all its magic and terror, and the extreme lengths to which we go to rid ourselves of loneliness.
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Book Discussions, February 05, 2026, 02/05/2026, National Book Foundation 5 Under 35&nbsp;Author Jenny Tinghui Zhang Launches Her New Novel,&nbsp;Superfan

Concert | Soulful Rhythms & Global Sounds with DJ So Money


DJ So Money brings a thoughtfully curated approach to the evening, blending soulful rhythms and global sounds to create an atmosphere that feels elevated yet welcoming. Her sets are designed to complement your dining experience with warm, intentional selections that feel stylish without being distracting. When DJ So Money is behind the decks, the music moves with purpose and the vibe is always right.
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Classical Music | String Works by Schubert & More


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Thu, Feb 5
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Play | Theatrical Romp with Music, Dance, Comedy


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Performance | Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812: Electro-Pop Musical Adaptation of War and Peace Section


There's a war going on out there somewhere, but behind the walls of New York City's premier social club, everyone celebrates the arrival of Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812 for one weekend only. With chandeliers and caviar, the war can't touch anyone here. From the celebrated, award-winning composer Dave Malloy, this electropop opera based on a scandalous slice of Leo Tolstoy's War and Peace is a sweeping story of love, redemption, and scandal. Natasha Rostova arrives in Moscow to await the return of her fiance from the front lines. When she falls under the spell of the roguish Anatole, it is up to Pierre, a family friend in the middle of an existential crisis, to pick up the pieces of her shattered reputation. Written by Dave Malloy. Directed by Emilio Cerci. Cast: Michael Caizzi, Marcus Cruz-Santiago, Christian Leigh, Felicia Josey, Maura Dempsey. Please be advised that this production includes the following content: Sounds of gunshots and abstracted violence.
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Performances, February 05, 2026, 02/05/2026, Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812: Electro-Pop Musical Adaptation of War and Peace Section

Dance Performance | Esteemed Dance Festival: Performers From Around the Country


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Thu, Feb 5
7:30 pm
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Discussion | Pulitzer Prize and National Book Award Winning Authors


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Performance | Variety Show with Pulitzer Prize-Winning Dramatist


The Tune Up! event, directed by Bessie Award-winning Executive Artistic Director of The Flea Theater, Niegel Smith, puts SLP & The Joyful Noise at center stage for a feature-length variety show that blends short plays, original music, and high-voltage performance centering around themes that unite us in our shared humanity. SLP & The Joyful Noise is an eight-piece band, led by the Pulitzer Prize-winning dramatist Suzan-Lori Parks, that serves as her musical workshop for original songwriting and new storytelling. This is a sip-your-drinks, make-new-friends, dance-in-the-aisles kind of evening that traffics in big sounds and bold ideas, booty-shaking, and statement-making. There are two ways to access this event: 1. General Admission, first-come first-served. Just show up! 2. Fast Track opening the Monday before the event at noon.
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Thu, Feb 5
7:30 pm
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Performances, February 05, 2026, 02/05/2026, Variety Show with Pulitzer Prize-Winning Dramatist

Play | Comedy by Award Winner: Based on a True Story


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Thu, Feb 5
8:00 pm
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Classical Music | Oboe Works by Handel, Tchaikovsky, & More (In Person AND Online!)


Oboeist Leonardo De La Cruz performs a series of pieces by composers from various musical periods. Program: George Frideric Handel (1685-1759) Sonata for Oboe and Basso Continuo in F Major, HWV 363A Elisabeth Claude Jacquet de La Guerre (1665-1729) Trio Sonata No. 1 in G Minor Robert Schumann (1810-1856) Three Romances for Oboe and Piano, Op. 94 Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky (1840-1893) (arr. Andrei Rubstov) Lensky's Aria Henri Dutilleux (1916-2013) Sonata for Oboe and Piano
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Thu, Feb 5
8:00 pm
Free
Concerts, February 05, 2026, 02/05/2026, Oboe Works by Handel, Tchaikovsky, & More (In Person AND Online!)

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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Classical Music | Violin Sonatas by J.S. Bach, Brahms, & More (In Person AND Online!)


Violinist Tommu Su performs three violin sonatas. Program: J.S. Bach (1685-1750) Sonata No. 3 for Solo Violin Johann Brahms (1833-1897) Violin Sonata No. 1 in G Major, Op. 78 Eugène Ysaÿe (1858-1931) Sonata No. 4 for Solo Violin
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Performance | Award-Winning Comedy - "Wild"


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Thu, Feb 5
9:00 pm
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Comedy Club | Stand Up Comedians in Midtown


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Thu, Feb 5
9:30 pm
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Workshop | Morning Tai Chi


Improve balance, strength and focus through gentle exercises. The sights and sounds of the river provide a serene background for the ancient flowing postures.
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8:30 am
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Museums | Design Museum and Sculpture Garden


The museum was designed and created in 1980's by one of the twentieth century's most important landscape architects and designers. It serves to preserve the legacy of the artist by showcasing his creations: sculptures, furniture pieces, lighting designs, ceramics, architecture, and more.
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Fri, Feb 6
10:00 am
Free
Museumss, February 06, 2026, 02/06/2026, Design Museum and Sculpture Garden

Museums | Friday at Pop Culture/Art Museum


Through temporary exhibitions, a growing permanent collection, and educational events, this museum examines the significant influence of posters on society and culture, and how they are adapted for modern use. As the first poster museum in the United States, it offers a space for inquiry for anyone interested in design, advertising, and public interventions, with the goal of enhancing design literacy among the general public. Works explore: mass communication and persuasion the intersection of art and commerce control of the public domain
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Master Class | Learn the Ins & Outs of Great Orchestral Performance


Amos Miller, low brass, imparts skills and techniques for orchestral performance mastery.
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Concerts, February 06, 2026, 02/06/2026, Learn the Ins & Outs of Great Orchestral Performance

Workshop | Adult Zumba


Featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography. Work on your balance, coordination and range of motion.
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Book Discussion | Expert Discusses His Book, Failure: Russia under Putin


Attend a lecture by history and civics scholar Harley Balzer on the new book he edited, Failure: Russia under Putin. Moderated by Peter Clement. Harley Balzer and Peter Clement will provide a summary of the volume, and Balzer will provide an update on his chapter on Human Capital.
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12:00 pm
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Book Discussions, February 06, 2026, 02/06/2026, Expert Discusses His Book, Failure: Russia under Putin

Classical Music | Afternoon Bach


Take a momentary respite from a busy day to enjoy a selection of organ works by Johann Sebastian Bach in an intimate venue.
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12:20 pm
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Concerts, February 06, 2026, 02/06/2026, Afternoon Bach

Film | Sinners (2025): Horror Film from Ryan Coogler with Michael B. Jordan


Trying to leave their troubled lives behind, twin brothers return to their hometown to start again, only to discover that an even greater evil is waiting to welcome them back. (R, 128 mins) Director: Ryan Coogler Cast: Michael B. Jordan, Hailee Steinfeld, Miles Caton, Jack O'Connell, Wunmi Mosaku, Jayme Lawson Ryan Coogler is an American film director, producer, and screenwriter. He's received ten NAACP Image Awards and four Black Reel Awards, and has been nominated for two Academy Awards, a Golden Globe, and a Grammy. In 2013, he was included on Time's list of the 30 people under 30 who are changing the world. In 2018, Coogler was named the runner-up of Time's Person of the Year and he was included in the annual Time 100 list of the most influential people in the world. Michael B. Jordan is an American actor and filmmaker. Jordan was named one of the 100 most influential people in the world by Time in 2020 and 2023. Also in 2020, he was named People's Sexiest Man Alive, and The New York Times ranked him 15th on its list of the 25 greatest actors of the 21st century.
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Films, February 06, 2026, 02/06/2026, Sinners (2025): Horror Film from Ryan Coogler with Michael B. Jordan

Film | Sinners (2025): Horror Film from Ryan Coogler with Michael B. Jordan


Trying to leave their troubled lives behind, twin brothers return to their hometown to start again, only to discover that an even greater evil is waiting to welcome them back. (R, 128 mins) Director: Ryan Coogler Cast: Michael B. Jordan, Hailee Steinfeld, Miles Caton, Jack O'Connell, Wunmi Mosaku, Jayme Lawson Ryan Coogler is an American film director, producer, and screenwriter. He's received ten NAACP Image Awards and four Black Reel Awards, and has been nominated for two Academy Awards, a Golden Globe, and a Grammy. In 2013, he was included on Time's list of the 30 people under 30 who are changing the world. In 2018, Coogler was named the runner-up of Time's Person of the Year and he was included in the annual Time 100 list of the most influential people in the world. Michael B. Jordan is an American actor and filmmaker. Jordan was named one of the 100 most influential people in the world by Time in 2020 and 2023. Also in 2020, he was named People's Sexiest Man Alive, and The New York Times ranked him 15th on its list of the 25 greatest actors of the 21st century.
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Films, February 06, 2026, 02/06/2026, Sinners (2025): Horror Film from Ryan Coogler with Michael B. Jordan

Book Discussion | Economics, Power, and the Limits of Intervention (Online!) 


Examine the relationship between economic development, self-determination, and Western intervention abroad. Drawing from a recent, award-recognized book, the discussion explores how colonialism and modern military involvement have shaped global inequalities, challenging conventional assumptions about progress and reform. Led by a prominent economist and public intellectual, the program offers a critical perspective on development, power, and responsibility in the modern world.
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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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Workshops, February 06, 2026, 02/06/2026, Crafting Community: Work on Personal Projects & Make New Friends

Film | Bugonia (2025): Black Comedy Directed by Yorgos Lanthimos, Starring Emma Stone


Two conspiracy-minded young men kidnap the high-powered CEO of a major company, convinced that she is an alien bent on destroying the Earth. Director: Yorgos Lanthimos Cast: Emma Stone, Jesse Plemons, Aidan Delbis, Stavros Halkias, Alicia Silverstone
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2:00 pm
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Films, February 06, 2026, 02/06/2026, Bugonia (2025): Black Comedy Directed by Yorgos Lanthimos, Starring Emma Stone

Jazz | Afternoon Jam Sesh (Play Music or Just Listen)


This jam session is open to all musicians. Come and play or just listen to some jazzy tunes.
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Fri, Feb 6
2:00 pm
Free
Concerts, February 06, 2026, 02/06/2026, Afternoon Jam Sesh (Play Music or Just Listen)

Tour | Guided Museum Walk: Explore Art, History, and Collections, which feature Goya, Velazquez, El Greco, and more.


Join these guided tours every Friday and Saturday at 2 PM to explore a museum's history, special collections, and landmarked spaces. Led by educators, the tours last 45-60 minutes and provide an engaging introduction to the artworks and archives on view.
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Fri, Feb 6
2:00 pm
Free
Tours, February 06, 2026, 02/06/2026, Guided Museum Walk: Explore Art, History, and Collections, which feature Goya, Velazquez, El Greco, and more.

Gallery Talk | Expert Insights: Seeing Desire in Medieval Art


Museum experts examine depictions of the human figure in medieval works, and the talk discusses relationships, identity, and expression in history, uncovering new ways to engage with these powerful works of art.
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3:00 pm
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Gallery Talks, February 06, 2026, 02/06/2026, Expert Insights: Seeing Desire in Medieval Art

Discussion | The Future of Food Systems: Animal Welfare, Public Health, & Environment (In Person AND Online!)


The NYU Food Impact Program will launch with a roundtable discussion between program founders Sonali McDermid and Jeff Sebo and Environmental Studies faculty Becca Franks, Christopher Schlottmann, David Kanter, and Matthew Hayek, with opening remarks from CEAP Founding Director Dale Jamieson. Drawing on perspectives from the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences, the discussion will range from how food systems affect animal welfare, public health, and the environment to how individual, corporate, and governmental action can overcome obstacles to reform. There will also be a discussion with the audience, and a reception will follow for in-person guests.
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Discussions, February 06, 2026, 02/06/2026, The Future of Food Systems: Animal Welfare, Public Health, & Environment (In Person AND Online!)

Discussion | Experts Discuss the Concept of Innocence During Times of Authoritarianism


A conversation between Miriam Ticktin, Serene Khader, and Camille Robcis, drawing on Miriam Ticktin's new book, Against Innocence: Undoing and Remaking the World. In this timely and bold book, Miriam Ticktin explores how a concept that consistently appears as a moral good actually ends up creating harm for so many.  Claims to innocence protect migrant children, but often at the expense of their parents; claims to the innocence of the fetus work to punish women. Ticktin shows how innocence structures political relationships, focusing on individual victims and saviors, while foreclosing forms of collective responsibility. Ultimately, she wants to understand how the discourse around innocence functions, what gives it such power, and why we are so compelled by it, while showing that alternative political forms already exist. She examines this process across various domains, from migration, science, and environmentalism to racial and reproductive justice.
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4:15 pm
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Discussions, February 06, 2026, 02/06/2026, Experts Discuss the Concept of Innocence During Times of Authoritarianism

Concert | "Consistently Invigorating" Singer-Songwriter Natalie Tenenbaum


Composer, pianist, and singer-songwriter Natalie Tenenbaum starts a special five-week residency. Each week, Tenenbaum will guide audiences on a sonic journey, traveling fluidly between classical, jazz, pop, and experimental soundscapes. Natalie Tenenbaum has premiered works worldwide, collaborated with artists including Lang Lang, Pentatonix, and David Byrne, and created arrangements for Broadway's Mean Girls. Her recent albums--Duos/Solos and Standard Repertoire Vol. 1--reimagine everything from Bach to Stravinsky through her post-classical lens. Tenenbaum's performances have been praised by The New York Times as "sparkling... consistently invigorating," and her boundary-crossing approach is sure to make each evening of this residency a thrilling opportunity to hear familiar music in a wholly new way.
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Fri, Feb 6
5:00 pm
Free
Concerts, February 06, 2026, 02/06/2026, "Consistently Invigorating" Singer-Songwriter Natalie Tenenbaum

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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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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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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Museums | Japanese Art and Culture


The gallery showcases both traditional and contemporary Japanese art, including amine designs and theatrical production elements that evolved in the 17th century.
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Opening Reception | Multi-Artist Exhibition Showcasing Creative Journeys


Immerse yourself in the diverse artistic expressions on display! This exhibition celebrates the culmination of artists' creative journeys and features an extraordinary collection of work from this talented class. With 46 innovative thesis projects, the exhibition showcases a range of media, including powerful photographs, artfully crafted books, captivating installations, and interactive experiences that engage and provoke thought. These graduates are not just redefining photography; they are fearlessly exploring the fusion of various media to create works that resonate deeply. Addressing a rich tapestry of themes such as identity, the human experience, place and time, spirituality, technology’s influence, memories, and globalization, their projects are a testament to their growth as artists during their time at NYU. This exhibition beautifully encapsulates the global perspectives and critical thinking skills that NYU fosters in its students. Each piece offers a personal glimpse into their artistic evolution and the passion that drives their work. We can't wait to celebrate their achievements together!
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Opening Receptions, February 06, 2026, 02/06/2026, Multi-Artist Exhibition Showcasing Creative Journeys

Poetry Reading | Prizewinning Poets Share Their Work (+ Signing)


Enjoy a reading by NYU Creative Writing Poetry MFA alums Laura Creste, Marissa Davis, Matt Tuckner, R. A. Villanueva, and Devon Walker-Figueroa, hosted by Creative Writing Professor Matthew Rohrer. The event will conclude with a reception/signing with books for sale. Laura Creste is the author of In the Good Years and You Should Feel Bad, winner of a 2019 Chapbook Fellowship from the Poetry Society of America. Marissa Davis is a writer, translator, and editor who wrote My Name & Other Languages I Am Learning How to Speak. Matthew Tuckner the author of two collections: The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire and Cloud Chamber. R. A. Villanueva is the author of A Holy Dread, winner of the 2024 Alice James Award, and Reliquaria, winner of the Prairie Schooner Book Prize. Devon Walker-Figueroa's has written a collection of poems, Philomath. Matthew Rohrer is the author of Army of Giants, The Sky Contains the Plans, The Others, which was the winner of the 2017 Believer Book Award, Surrounded by Friends, Destroyer and Preserver , A Plate of Chicken, Rise Up, and A Green Light, which was shortlisted for the 2005 Griffin Poetry Prize.
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Fri, Feb 6
5:00 pm
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Poetry Readings, February 06, 2026, 02/06/2026, Prizewinning Poets Share Their Work (+ Signing)

Museums | Friday Evening at the Famous 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 cafe 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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Fri, Feb 6
5:30 pm
Free
Museumss, February 06, 2026, 02/06/2026, Friday Evening at the Famous Art Museum

Classical Music | Beethoven's Piano Sonata, “Hammerklavier”


Daisy Sun, piano, performs a seminal Beethoven piece. Program: Ludwig Van Beethoven (1770-1827) Piano Sonata in B-flat Major, Op. 106, “Hammerklavier”
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Concerts, February 06, 2026, 02/06/2026, Beethoven's Piano Sonata,&nbsp;&ldquo;Hammerklavier&rdquo;

Workshop | Drawing from Texture and Color in the Galleries


Explore a renowned art collection through creative drawing challenges led by teaching artists. This all-ages gallery session invites participants to experiment with gestural line, texture, and layered color as they develop their own compositions. Drawing materials are provided, and demonstrations repeat throughout the session. Note: Space is limited; first-come, first-served.
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Workshops, February 06, 2026, 02/06/2026, Drawing from Texture and Color in the Galleries

Talk | Experimental Lecture + Film Screening with Genre-Defying Filmmaker Iva Radivojević


Lauded filmmaker Iva Radivojević hosts a lecture where time and space are subjective phenomena. Attendees will be guided through Radivojević's genre-defying collection of films, and gather their numerous wandering protagonists. All the while, you will be writing a prose poem. The protagonists will assemble together to journey forward into a brand new film, guided by Specter, who will narrate the audience's thoughts and dreams. The event will include a special screening of her newest film When The Phone Rang (2024), which received the Special Mention Award at the 77th Locarno Film Festival.
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Talks, February 06, 2026, 02/06/2026, Experimental Lecture + Film Screening with Genre-Defying Filmmaker&nbsp;Iva Radivojević

Book Discussion | Writer John Sayles Discusses His New Book, Crucible


This event features filmmaker and author John Sayles discussing his new novel, Crucible, with Professor Jerry Carlson. Sayles has twice been nominated for the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay, and once for the National Book Award.  John Sayles’ Crucible is a complex and vast historical novel about Henry Ford — the Elon Musk of his day, in more ways than one — and his attempt to rule not only an automotive empire but the rambunctious city of Detroit. It is an epic tale ranging from the 1920s through the second World War, featuring violent labor disputes, misbegotten jungle expeditions, a tragic race riot, and the Gestapo tactics of Ford’s private army.
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Book Discussions, February 06, 2026, 02/06/2026, Writer&nbsp;John Sayles Discusses His New Book,&nbsp;Crucible

Gallery Talk | Art in Focus: Slow Observance and Conversation


Take a moment to slow down and connect with a single work of art through guided observation and group discussion. No background in art is needed--just curiosity and openness. This relaxed, welcoming program invites all adult learners to engage deeply with one piece at a time. Note: Space is limited; first-come, first-served. Stickers are distributed 15 minutes before the program starts.
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Gallery Talks, February 06, 2026, 02/06/2026, Art in Focus: Slow Observance and Conversation

Book Club | Discuss Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte


At this meeting, the group will be discussing Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte, in preparation for the upcoming movie adaptation. Lockwood, the new tenant of Thrushcross Grange, is forced to seek shelter from a hazardous snow storm at Wuthering Heights. During his stay, he is informed of the area's passionate past and the eventual betrayal that affects the next generation’s heirs to this day. Bronte's tragic novel is a timeless, dark love story that revolves around the themes of revenge, social class, and race. The group plans to discuss the book for an hour and a half. While your hosts will come with some talking points and questions to kick off discussion, please don’t be afraid to share your thoughts and ask questions openly. All opinions are valid!
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Book Clubs, February 06, 2026, 02/06/2026, Discuss&nbsp;Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte

Play | Drama - Complicated Family Relationship


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Fri, Feb 6
7:00 pm
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Dance Performance | Esteemed Dance Festival: Performers From Around the Country


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Fri, Feb 6
7:00 pm
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Classical Music | Monumental Piano Work Based on Chilean Protest Anthem


Third Street piano faculty come together for an epic performance of Frederic Rzewski's monumental piano work, The People United Will Never Be Defeated!, 36 Variations on a Chilean Folk Song (1975), based on the Chilean protest anthem "¡El Pueblo Unido Jamás Será Vencido!". This hour-long masterpiece, a major 20th-century piano work, explores revolutionary themes through intricate variations, incorporating extended techniques, political allusions, and contrasting styles, often seen as a modern counterpart to Bach's Goldbergs or Beethoven's Diabelli Variations.
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Concerts, February 06, 2026, 02/06/2026, Monumental Piano Work Based on Chilean Protest Anthem

Concert | Tribute by Jazz, Pop and Rock Stars


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Fri, Feb 6
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Classical Music | Words & Music through the Life of Composer Ermanno Wolf-Ferrari


This evening takes the form of a portrait in words and music, with narration by Federica Zagatti Wolf-Ferrari, who will trace an intimate portrait of Italian composer Ermanno Wolf-Ferrari, his family, and the cultural and artistic life of Venice at the turn of the 20th century. Through music and storytelling, the program offers insight into Wolf-Ferrari’s life, his aesthetic world, and the environment in which his artistic voice emerged on the 150th anniversary of his birth. Music performed by musicians from the Lunigiana International Music Festival. Featuring: Federica Venturi, soprano Cameron Pieper, piano Manhattan Piano Quintet
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Concerts, February 06, 2026, 02/06/2026, Words & Music through the Life of Composer&nbsp;Ermanno Wolf-Ferrari

Performance | Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812: Electro-Pop Musical Adaptation of War and Peace Section


There’s a war going on out there somewhere, but behind the walls of New York City’s premier social club, everyone celebrates the arrival of Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812 for one weekend only. With chandeliers and caviar, the war can't touch anyone here. From the celebrated, award-winning composer Dave Malloy, this electropop opera based on a scandalous slice of Leo Tolstoy’s War and Peace is a sweeping story of love, redemption, and scandal. Natasha Rostova arrives in Moscow to await the return of her fiancé from the front lines. When she falls under the spell of the roguish Anatole, it is up to Pierre, a family friend in the middle of an existential crisis, to pick up the pieces of her shattered reputation. Written by Dave Malloy. Directed by Emilio Cerci. Cast: Michael Caizzi, Marcus Cruz-Santiago, Christian Leigh, Felicia Josey, Maura Dempsey. Please be advised that this production includes the following content: Sounds of gunshots and abstracted violence.
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Performances, February 06, 2026, 02/06/2026, Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812: Electro-Pop Musical Adaptation of War and Peace&nbsp;Section

Classical Music | Art Songs & Arias (In Person AND Online!)


Experience a recital by the Vocal Arts Department at Manhattan School of Music, coordinated by Christòpheren Nomura.
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Concerts, February 06, 2026, 02/06/2026, Art Songs & Arias (In Person AND Online!)

Concert | Multi-Faceted Musician Brings Salsa & Latin Jazz to the Stage (In Person AND Online!)


The Mexico City-born pianist, arranger, composer, producer, and singer Zoilapianista performs music influenced by the legendary Latin jazz artist Papo Lucca and salsa. Over the years, she has gone on to accompany numerous iconic salsa and jazz artists, including Ismael Miranda, Maelo Ruiz, the Puerto Rico All-Stars, and Justo Betancourt. As one of the first Mexican women to record salsa internationally, she has broken barriers with every note. Now based in New York City, she is recognized as a dynamic bandleader and visionary musician, continuing to blaze her own trail in today's musical landscape. Allow yourself to be captivated by her soaring musicality and DJ La Lin behind the DJ booth. There are three ways to access this event: 1. General Admission, first-come first-served. Just show up! 2. Fast Track opening the Monday before the event at noon. 3. The event will also be streamed live for free on the linked web page.
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Fri, Feb 6
7:30 pm
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Concerts, February 06, 2026, 02/06/2026, Multi-Faceted Musician Brings Salsa & Latin Jazz to the Stage (In Person AND Online!)

Classical Music | Piano Works by Bartok, Liszt, Beethoven, Brahms, Mozart, & More (In Person AND Online!)


Pianist Robert Carlson performs a program featuring shorter works by Bartok, Berio, Liszt, and Paderewski, and piano sonatas by Beethoven, Brahms, and Mozart.
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Fri, Feb 6
7:30 pm
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Concerts, February 06, 2026, 02/06/2026, Piano Works by Bartok, Liszt, Beethoven, Brahms, Mozart, & More (In Person AND Online!)

Classical Music | Piano Works by Mozart, Chopin, Debussy, & More


Enjoy a piano concert of works throughout multiple musical eras, curated by Thomas Sauer. The program includes works by Mozart, Chopin, Debussy, Schoenberg, Joplin, Bartok, and Ligeti.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Fri, Feb 6
7:30 pm
Free
Concerts, February 06, 2026, 02/06/2026, Piano Works by Mozart, Chopin, Debussy, & More

Classical Music | Baroque Violin Works by J.S. Bach, Biber, Vivaldi, & More (In Person AND Online!)


Epongue Wei-Dikaki Ekille, Baroque violin, performs a series of pieces by early music composers. Program: J.S. Bach (1685-1750) Violin Sonata in E Minor, BWV 1023 Heinrich Ignaz Franz von Biber (1644-1704) Sonata in D Major, C 141 Nicola Matteis (c.1650 - after 1713) Passagio rotto Jean-Joseph Cassanea de Mondonville (1711-1772) Sonates pour violon, Op. 1 No. 6 in C Minor Antonio Vivaldi (1678-1741) Violin Concerto in E-Flat Major, RV 253 "La Tempesta di Mare"
   New York City, NY; NYC
Fri, Feb 6
8:00 pm
Free
Concerts, February 06, 2026, 02/06/2026, Baroque Violin Works by J.S. Bach, Biber, Vivaldi, & More (In Person AND Online!)

Play | Comedy by Award Winner: Based on a True Story


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Fri, Feb 6
8:00 pm
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Concert | Classic Rock Band at a Legendary Jazz Club


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Fri, Feb 6
8:30 pm
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Concerts, February 06, 2026, 02/06/2026, Classic Rock Band at a Legendary Jazz Club

Dance Performance | Esteemed Dance Festival: Performers From Around the Country


   New York City, NY; NYC
Fri, Feb 6
9:00 pm
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Workshop | Central Park Running Session (All Levels Welcome)


If you prefer not to run alone or are looking to improve your running performance, you can run with a club! Open to runners of all levels. Weekly changed routes through the park. Coaches, training, running company and inspiration!
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Sat, Feb 7
8:00 am
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Workshops, February 07, 2026, 02/07/2026, Central Park Running&nbsp;Session (All Levels Welcome)

Party | Quiet Reading Meetup


Bring a book or check one out of the library to read to yourself for one hour. After that, spend an hour socializing with those around you!
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Sat, Feb 7
10:15 am
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Partys, February 07, 2026, 02/07/2026, Quiet Reading Meetup

Kids | Family-Focused Science Show


Spend the morning at a live performance of Tumble Science Podcast for Kids, featuring science, storytelling, games, and music--all about the sounds of space! Co-hosted by Lindsay Patterson and Marshall Escamilla with the help of scientists, Tumble weaves scientists' lives and research into entertaining, engaging, and relatable stories of the scientific process. Recommended by The New York Times, Common Sense Media, The Huffington Post, and The Guardian, Tumble is a two-time winner of the prestigious AAAS/Kavli Science Journalism Awards and the only podcast to be awarded in the children's science news category. There are two ways to access this event: 1. General Admission, first-come first-served. Just show up! 2. Fast Track opening the Monday before the event at noon.
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Sat, Feb 7
11:00 am
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Museums | Jewish History: Centuries of Art


As one of the largest collections of art in Jewish culture globally, the venue features an extensive array of historical Jewish artifacts as well as modern and contemporary art.
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Sat, Feb 7
11:00 am
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Festival | Celebrating the Lunar New Year Through Art and Culture


Mark the Year of the Horse with a day of performances, hands-on activities, and artist-led workshops for all ages. This festive celebration invites visitors to explore cultural traditions and community spirit across the museum's spaces.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Sat, Feb 7
12:00 pm
Free
Festivals, February 07, 2026, 02/07/2026, Celebrating the Lunar New Year Through Art and Culture

Party | Lunar New Year Celebration with Art, Karaoke, and Lion Dance


Celebrate the Year of the Fire Horse with an afternoon of activities including arts workshops, karaoke, and a lion dance performance. The event also invites the community to imagine an abundant year ahead for Lower Manhattan neighborhoods and communities.
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Sat, Feb 7
12:00 pm
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Partys, February 07, 2026, 02/07/2026, Lunar New Year Celebration with Art, Karaoke, and Lion Dance

Screening | The Princess Bride (1987): Fantasy Adventure Comedy Film with All-Star Cast


From acclaimed director Rob Reiner (of Stand by Me and When Harry Met Sally...) comes the beloved fantasy classic The Princess Bride, a magical story of true love, high adventure, and hilarious action. This film series is open to families and children of all ages, and will inspire feelings of sincere love just in time for Valentine's Day. Director: Rob Reiner Cast: Cary Elwes, Mandy Patinkin, Chris Sarandon, Christopher Guest, Wallace Shawn, Andre the Giant, Robin Wright, Peter Falk, Billy Crystal
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Sat, Feb 7
1:00 pm
Free
Screenings, February 07, 2026, 02/07/2026, The Princess Bride (1987): Fantasy Adventure Comedy Film with All-Star Cast

Gallery Talk | Learn More about the Artwork of Lotty Rosenfeld


Gain new insights about the work of Lotty Rosenfeld from this conversation with the artist Cristóbal Lehyt and exhibition co-curator Julia Bryan-Wilson. Together they will consider Rosenfeld’s enduring impact and influence on contemporary Chilean visual artists.
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1:00 pm
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Gallery Talks, February 07, 2026, 02/07/2026, Learn More about the Artwork of Lotty Rosenfeld

Dance Performance | Lunar New Year Lion Dance & Ribbon Twirling


Experience traditional dance performances by the New York Chinese Cultural Center in celebration of the Lunar New Year. 
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Sat, Feb 7
1:00 pm
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Dance Performances, February 07, 2026, 02/07/2026, Lunar New Year Lion Dance & Ribbon Twirling

Master Class | Learn the Ins & Outs of Piano Performance


Piano Masterclass with Vincent Ho, focused on Vincent's piano work, The Twelve Chinese Zodiac Animals, Book 1. Audience members can watch as Vincent shares insights, techniques, and tips. Ideal for piano enthusiasts, aspiring musicians, and anyone interested in the piano.
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Sat, Feb 7
1:15 pm
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Concerts, February 07, 2026, 02/07/2026, Learn the Ins & Outs of Piano Performance

Performance | Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812: Electro-Pop Musical Adaptation of War and Peace Section


There's a war going on out there somewhere, but behind the walls of New York City's premier social club, everyone celebrates the arrival of Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812 for one weekend only. With chandeliers and caviar, the war can't touch anyone here. From the celebrated, award-winning composer Dave Malloy, this electropop opera based on a scandalous slice of Leo Tolstoy's War and Peace is a sweeping story of love, redemption, and scandal. Natasha Rostova arrives in Moscow to await the return of her fiance from the front lines. When she falls under the spell of the roguish Anatole, it is up to Pierre, a family friend in the middle of an existential crisis, to pick up the pieces of her shattered reputation. Written by Dave Malloy. Directed by Emilio Cerci. Cast: Michael Caizzi, Marcus Cruz-Santiago, Christian Leigh, Felicia Josey, Maura Dempsey. Please be advised that this production includes the following content: Sounds of gunshots and abstracted violence.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Performances, February 07, 2026, 02/07/2026, Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812: Electro-Pop Musical Adaptation of War and Peace Section

Film | Purple Rain (1984): Romantic Rock Musical Drama Film with Prince


A young musician, tormented by an abusive situation at home, must contend with a rival singer, a burgeoning romance, and his own dissatisfied band, as his star begins to rise. Director: Albert Magnoli Cast: Prince, Apollonia Kotero, Morris Day, Olga Karlatos, Clarence Williams III Prince was a singer, songwriter, musician, dancer, and actor. Often credited as an influence on music and one of the greatest musicians of his era, he pioneered the Minneapolis sound and was influential in the evolution of various other genres of music. Prince has sold more than 100 million records worldwide, making him one of the best-selling music artists of all time. His awards include the Grammy President's Merit Award, the American Music Awards for Achievement and of Merit, the Billboard Icon Award, an Academy Award, and a Golden Globe Award. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2004, the Rhythm and Blues Music Hall of Fame in 2016, the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2024, and twice into the Black Music & Entertainment Walk of Fame in 2022.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Sat, Feb 7
2:00 pm
Free
Films, February 07, 2026, 02/07/2026, Purple Rain (1984): Romantic Rock Musical Drama Film with Prince

Play | Reap What You Sow, Don't Lose Heart! -- A Family's Debate on War and Morality


This play explores a mother-daughter conversation about war, justice, and personal conviction. Through the lens of family experiences in the military, the story examines differing perspectives on duty, protest, and moral responsibility. Providing a thought-provoking exploration of history, ethics, and generational dialogue.
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2:00 pm
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Plays, February 07, 2026, 02/07/2026, Reap What You Sow, Don't Lose Heart! -- A Family's Debate on War and Morality

Jazz | Afternoon Jam Sesh (Play Music or Just Listen)


This jam session is open to all musicians. Come and play or just listen to some jazzy tunes.
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Sat, Feb 7
2:00 pm
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Concerts, February 07, 2026, 02/07/2026, Afternoon Jam Sesh (Play Music or Just Listen)

Dance Performance | Black History Month Sankofa Celebration Showing: The Next Generation


Honor Black History Month with the annual Sankofa Dance Celebration, which centers the voices, artistry, and scholarship of Black-identifying students, faculty, and alumni. This performance, titled The Next Generation, is a family-friendly experience that centers youth and emerging dancers, spotlighting the students you teach, mentor, and pour into every day.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Sat, Feb 7
2:00 pm
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Dance Performances, February 07, 2026, 02/07/2026, Black History Month Sankofa Celebration Showing:&nbsp;The Next Generation

Film | Robert Altman's 3 Women (1977): Psychological Drama with Shelly Duvall & Sissy Spacek


Young, awkward Pinky gets a job at a spa in the California desert and forms a dependent bond with her new, outgoing roommate, even adopting some of her traits. Things take a turn when Pinky discovers her roommate with the husband of a local artist. Director: Robert Altman Cast: Shelley Duvall, Sissy Spacek, Janice Rule Robert Altman was an American film director, screenwriter, and producer. He is considered an enduring figure from the New Hollywood era, known for directing subversive and satirical films with overlapping dialogue and ensemble casts. Over his career, he received several awards, including an Academy Honorary Award, two British Academy Film Awards, a Primetime Emmy Award, and a Golden Globe Award, as well as nominations for seven competitive Academy Awards. Shelley Duvall was an actress and producer. Known for her distinctive screen presence, portrayals of eccentric characters, and later productions in children's programming, her accolades include a Cannes Award and a Peabody Award, in addition to nominations for a British Academy Film Award and two Primetime Emmy Awards. Four of Duvall's films have been preserved in the National Film Registry by the Library of Congress as "culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant" as of 2025. Sissy Spacek is an American actress, set dresser, and singer. She is the recipient of numerous accolades, including an Academy Award, three Golden Globe Awards, a Screen Actors Guild Award, and nominations for four British Academy Film Awards, three Primetime Emmy Awards, and a Grammy Award. Spacek was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2011.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Sat, Feb 7
2:00 pm
Free
Films, February 07, 2026, 02/07/2026, Robert Altman's 3 Women (1977): Psychological Drama with Shelly Duvall & Sissy Spacek

Workshop | Queer Poetry Celebration: Write & Share (All Levels Welcome)


This event is a workshop where attendees will read, write, and celebrate queer poetry. The group will spend the first 90 minutes reading and writing new work, and the rest of the meeting will be used for personal introductions and sharing works. Bring your authentic selves, your best (or worst!) poems, and a love for the written word. Open to all experience levels.
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Sat, Feb 7
2:30 pm
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Workshops, February 07, 2026, 02/07/2026, Queer Poetry Celebration: Write & Share (All Levels Welcome)

Dance Performance | Lunar New Year Lion Dance & Ribbon Twirling


Experience traditional dance performances by the New York Chinese Cultural Center in celebration of the Lunar New Year.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Sat, Feb 7
3:00 pm
Free
Dance Performances, February 07, 2026, 02/07/2026, Lunar New Year Lion Dance & Ribbon Twirling

Dance Performance | Traditional Dance Show


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Sat, Feb 7
3:00 pm
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Cabaret | Fly Me to the Moon and Many More Songs


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Sat, Feb 7
4:00 pm
Regular: $15
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Concerts, February 07, 2026, 02/07/2026, Fly Me to the Moon and Many More Songs

Classical Music | Serene Organ Meditations in Intimate Venue


Enjoy a program of hymns, anthems, and voluntaries for the organ.
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Sat, Feb 7
4:00 pm
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Concerts, February 07, 2026, 02/07/2026, Serene Organ Meditations in Intimate Venue

Museums | First Saturdays: Black History Month Celebration of African Diaspora Art, Music, and Poetry


This edition of First Saturday celebrates Black History Month by honoring artists who reimagine tradition while building community across the African diaspora. Inspired by the late poet Jayne Cortez's rallying cry to "imitate no one," the evening highlights creative innovation as a form of cultural liberation. The evening features interdisciplinary programming, including music, magic, art-making, poetry, and more, exploring the interwoven legacies of Black creativity and resistance.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Sat, Feb 7
5:00 pm
Free
Museumss, February 07, 2026, 02/07/2026, First Saturdays: Black History Month Celebration of African Diaspora Art, Music, and Poetry

Dance Performance | Lunar New Year Lion Dance & Ribbon Twirling


Experience traditional dance performances by the New York Chinese Cultural Center in celebration of the Lunar New Year.
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5:00 pm
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Dance Performances, February 07, 2026, 02/07/2026, Lunar New Year Lion Dance & Ribbon Twirling

Workshop | Winter Stargazing in the Park


Winter is a prime season for stargazing; the cold air clears the night sky of clouds and creates ideal conditions for seeing the stars, planets, and other celestial highlights.
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Sat, Feb 7
5:00 pm
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Workshops, February 07, 2026, 02/07/2026, Winter Stargazing in the Park

City Walk | Activist Art and Community in Brooklyn


This guided walking tour explores Brooklyn’s activist creative ecosystem through visits to several dynamic cultural hubs. Led by collage artist Rich Garr, the walk offers behind-the-scenes glimpses into small organizations with outsized global impact, featuring mini-tours, conversations with hosts, and artistic surprises along the way. 
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Sat, Feb 7
6:00 pm
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City Walks, February 07, 2026, 02/07/2026, Activist Art and Community in Brooklyn

Opening Reception | Art Exploring Aging, Time, and Cultural Relevance


This group exhibition explores how aging, visibility, and relevance are shaped within a culture that often values youth. Titled Expired, the show plays on the word’s dual meanings—both “past one’s prime” and a clinical term for death—prompting reflection on time, transformation, and mortality.   Works by Carol Saft, Kenneth Zoran Curwood, and Roxanne Wolanczyk address these themes through painting, multimedia sculpture, and ceramic text-based forms. Saft’s intimate portraits delve into self-care and the pressures faced by aging bodies; Curwood’s works comment on obsolescence and technological change; and Wolanczyk’s vessels symbolize endurance, fragility, and ongoing relevance over time.
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6:00 pm
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Opening Receptions, February 07, 2026, 02/07/2026, Art Exploring Aging, Time, and Cultural Relevance

Dance Performance | Black History Month Sankofa Celebration Showing: Through Our Voices


Honor Black History Month with the annual Sankofa Dance Celebration, which centers the voices, artistry, and scholarship of Black-identifying students, faculty, and alumni. This performance, titled Through Our Voices, is an evening gathering dedicated to you—the artist, educator, and storyteller. This performance invites deeper reflection, lived experience, and personal narrative through movement and scholarship.
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Sat, Feb 7
6:00 pm
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Dance Performances, February 07, 2026, 02/07/2026, Black History Month Sankofa Celebration Showing:&nbsp;Through Our Voices

Concert | Soulful Indie Pop Singer-Songwriter


Stephanie June is a soulful indie pop singer-songwriter whose voice and vulnerability resonate deeply. Born in New York City to Persian immigrant parents, she's always treated music as a universal language that can hold heartbreak, humor, and the messy beauty of radical acceptance. With a sound that's both refined and raw (think Adele's power with Amy Winehouse's bite) her lyrics feel like intimate confessions you can't look away from.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Sat, Feb 7
7:00 pm
Free
Concerts, February 07, 2026, 02/07/2026, Soulful Indie Pop Singer-Songwriter

Comedy Club | Stand Up Comedy


   New York City, NY; NYC
Sat, Feb 7
7:00 pm
Regular: $25
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Performance | Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812: Electro-Pop Musical Adaptation of War and Peace Section


There's a war going on out there somewhere, but behind the walls of New York City's premier social club, everyone celebrates the arrival of Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812 for one weekend only. With chandeliers and caviar, the war can't touch anyone here. From the celebrated, award-winning composer Dave Malloy, this electropop opera based on a scandalous slice of Leo Tolstoy's War and Peace is a sweeping story of love, redemption, and scandal. Natasha Rostova arrives in Moscow to await the return of her fiance from the front lines. When she falls under the spell of the roguish Anatole, it is up to Pierre, a family friend in the middle of an existential crisis, to pick up the pieces of her shattered reputation. Written by Dave Malloy. Directed by Emilio Cerci. Cast: Michael Caizzi, Marcus Cruz-Santiago, Christian Leigh, Felicia Josey, Maura Dempsey. Please be advised that this production includes the following content: sounds of gunshots and abstracted violence.
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7:30 pm
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Performances, February 07, 2026, 02/07/2026, Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812: Electro-Pop Musical Adaptation of War and Peace Section

Play | Comedy by Award Winner: Based on a True Story


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Sat, Feb 7
8:00 pm
Regular: $20
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Classical Music | New York Repertory Orchestra Performs Works by Debussy & Prokofiev


The New York Repertory Orchestra performs two pieces by legendary composers. Program: Claude Debussy (1862-1918) L'Enfant Prodigue Sergei Prokofiev (1891-1953) Symphony No. 4
   New York City, NY; NYC
Sat, Feb 7
8:00 pm
Free
Concerts, February 07, 2026, 02/07/2026, New York Repertory Orchestra Performs Works by Debussy & Prokofiev

Performance | NYC Story from The 1970s Era


   New York City, NY; NYC
Sat, Feb 7
8:00 pm
Regular: $22
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Classical Music | Viola Works by J.S. Bach, Debussy, & More (In Person AND Online!)


Lou Jantzen, viola, performs a series of pieces by composers from various musical eras. Program: Kenji Bunch (1973-) The Eternal Return J.S. Bach (1685-1750) Cello Suite No. 3 York Bowen (1884-1961) Sonata No. 1 in C Minor for Viola and Piano, Op. 18 Claude Debussy (1862-1918) Beau Soir
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Sat, Feb 7
8:30 pm
Free
Concerts, February 07, 2026, 02/07/2026, Viola Works by J.S. Bach, Debussy, & More (In Person AND Online!)

Classical Music | Violin Works by Grieg, Gershwin, & More (In Person AND Online!)


Seoho Bang, violin, performs a series of pieces by composers from the Romantic and Modern periods. Program: Edvard Grieg (1843-1907) Violin Sonata No. 3 in C Minor, Op. 45 Young Jo Lee (1943) Honza Nori for Violin Solo George Gershwin (1898-1937) (arr. Igor Frolov) Concert Fantasia on Themes from “Porgy and Bess”
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8:30 pm
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Concerts, February 07, 2026, 02/07/2026, Violin Works by Grieg, Gershwin, & More (In Person AND Online!)

Comedy Club | Stand Up Comedy


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Sat, Feb 7
9:00 pm
Regular: $25
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Museums | Sunday Fun at an Iconic Art Museum


Enjoy a full day of art and inspiration on the second Sunday of every month! Explore exhibitions, join family-friendly artmaking activities inspired by works on view, listen to storytimes presented by The New York Public Library, take part in guided tours, and soak in stunning city views.
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10:30 am
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Museums | Family Art-Making and Gallery Activities


Spend your Sunday at a museum with free talks, art-making workshops, storytimes, and family gallery tours. Designed for visitors of all ages, these Sunday sessions offer a welcoming space to explore art and creativity together. 
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11:00 am
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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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Museumss, February 08, 2026, 02/08/2026, Tiffany Glass and Other Exhibitions

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
Sun, Feb 8
11:30 am
Free
Museumss, February 08, 2026, 02/08/2026, Sunday at a Unique Art Museum

Park Walk | Women's Walk in the Park


This group brings together women from all walks of life to bond, exercise, and embrace the beauty of their surroundings. Hundreds of women of all different ages and backgrounds meet to simply go for a walk in Central Park. About 80% of the women show up alone, so feel free to give it a try! Walk locations sometimes change, so make sure to check the group's Instagram page @citygirlswhowalk stories the day before and on Sunday to confirm the meet/walk spot. You are welcome to bring your leashed dog.
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Sun, Feb 8
12:00 pm
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Park Walks, February 08, 2026, 02/08/2026, Women's Walk in the Park

Performance | Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812: Electro-Pop Musical Adaptation of War and Peace Section


There's a war going on out there somewhere, but behind the walls of New York City's premier social club, everyone celebrates the arrival of Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812 for one weekend only. With chandeliers and caviar, the war can't touch anyone here. From the celebrated, award-winning composer Dave Malloy, this electropop opera based on a scandalous slice of Leo Tolstoy's War and Peace is a sweeping story of love, redemption, and scandal. Natasha Rostova arrives in Moscow to await the return of her fiance from the front lines. When she falls under the spell of the roguish Anatole, it is up to Pierre, a family friend in the middle of an existential crisis, to pick up the pieces of her shattered reputation. Written by Dave Malloy. Directed by Emilio Cerci. Cast: Michael Caizzi, Marcus Cruz-Santiago, Christian Leigh, Felicia Josey, Maura Dempsey. Please be advised that this production includes the following content: Sounds of gunshots and abstracted violence.
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Sun, Feb 8
2:00 pm
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Performances, February 08, 2026, 02/08/2026, Natasha, Pierre, and the Great Comet of 1812: Electro-Pop Musical Adaptation of War and Peace Section

Jazz | Afternoon Jam Sesh (Play Music or Just Listen)


This jam session is open to all musicians. Come and play or just listen to some jazzy tunes.
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2:00 pm
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Concerts, February 08, 2026, 02/08/2026, Afternoon Jam Sesh (Play Music or Just Listen)

Concert | Brass Ensemble Works (In Person AND Online!)


Manhattan School of Music's Camerata Nova Brass Ensemble performs a series of pieces, conducted by John Sheppard.
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Sun, Feb 8
2:00 pm
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Concerts, February 08, 2026, 02/08/2026, Brass Ensemble Works (In Person AND Online!)

Author Reading | Deborah Burke Shares Her New Novel, Mean Higher High Water


Writer Deborah Burke reads from her new book, Mean Higher High Water. Synopsis: A climate-steeped fairytale for anyone haunted by the future. Humans are excellent at finding ways to adapt—but not everyone is going to be very happy about it. For Nia, an aging, sharp-tongued forager with a grief problem, survival means finding someone to blame.
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2:00 pm
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Author Readings, February 08, 2026, 02/08/2026, Deborah Burke Shares Her New Novel,&nbsp;Mean Higher High Water

Book Discussion | Exploring Immigrant Life and Feminist Vision in Hester Street

 Exploring Immigrant Life and Feminist Vision in Hester Street (Online!) 


Dr. Julia Wagner discusses her new book, Hester Street, the first to focus exclusively on Joan Micklin Silver’s groundbreaking 1975 film. Marking the film’s 50th anniversary, the talk explores its portrayal of Jewish immigrant life, feminist storytelling, and Yiddish culture, offering fresh insights into a landmark of American cinema.
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Book Discussions, February 08, 2026, 02/08/2026, Exploring Immigrant Life and Feminist Vision in Hester Street&nbsp;Exploring Immigrant Life and Feminist Vision in Hester Street&nbsp;(Online!)&nbsp;

Book Signing | Jess X. Snow Shares Their New Book, We Always Had Wings


Enjoy a meet-and-greet and book signing with Jess X. Snow, introducing their new book, We Always Had Wings. A stunning, mythology-inspired ode to the places and people who came before us as a girl embarks on her first visit to her mother's hometown in China for the Lunar New Year. Jess X. Snow is a non-binary Asian Canadian artist, film director, and Pushcart-nominated poet whose work explores migration, surrealism, environmental justice, and intimacies across cultures and species. Their short films have screened in dozens of festivals across five continents.
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Book Signings, February 08, 2026, 02/08/2026, Jess X. Snow Shares Their New Book,&nbsp;We Always Had Wings

City Walk | Stories That Shaped a Storied Manhattan Neighborhood


Walk through a historic stretch of Manhattan that traces the people, places, and stories that helped define the neighborhood's cultural legacy. Led by a longtime local historian, the walk reveals where notable figures lived and worked, sharing little-known anecdotes that illuminate why this area remains such a vital part of the city's history.
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Sun, Feb 8
2:00 pm
Free
City Walks, February 08, 2026, 02/08/2026, Stories That Shaped a Storied Manhattan Neighborhood

Classical Music | Viola Works by Hindemith, Robert Schumann, & More (In Person AND Online!)


Violist Laura Liu performs a series of works by composers from various musical periods. Program: Heinrich Ignaz Franz Biber (1644-1704) Passacaglia Robert Schumann (1810-1856) Marchenbilder, Op. 113 Bohuslav Martinu (1890-1959) Three Madrigals William Bergsma (1921-1994) Fantastic Variations on a Theme from Tristan Paul Hindemith (1895-1963) Sonata for Viola and Piano, Op. 11, No. 4
   New York City, NY; NYC
Sun, Feb 8
2:00 pm
Free
Concerts, February 08, 2026, 02/08/2026, Viola Works by Hindemith, Robert Schumann, & More (In Person AND Online!)

Dance Performance | Traditional Dance Show


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Sun, Feb 8
3:00 pm
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Classical Music | Serene Organ Meditations in Intimate Venue


Enjoy a program of hymns, anthems, and voluntaries for the organ.
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4:00 pm
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Concerts, February 08, 2026, 02/08/2026, Serene Organ Meditations in Intimate Venue

Classical Music | Concerto Competition Winners' Concert


Rising star soloists from Special Music School and Lucy Moses School perform music with an orchestra.
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Sun, Feb 8
4:30 pm
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Concerts, February 08, 2026, 02/08/2026, Concerto Competition Winners' Concert

Classical Music | Cello Works by Fauré & More (In Person AND Online!)


Cellist Martha Sprague performs a series of pieces by composers from the Romantic period through today. Program: Gabriel Fauré (1845-1924) Cello Sonata No. 2 in G Minor, Op. 117 Arseniy Gusev (1998-) Elegy Bohuslav Martinu (1890-1959) Cello Sonata No. 1, H.277
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Concerts, February 08, 2026, 02/08/2026, Cello Works by Faur&eacute; & More (In Person AND Online!)

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.
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Museumss, February 08, 2026, 02/08/2026, Historical and Modern Design Spanning Centuries

Classical Music | Piano Works by Beethoven, Schubert, Liszt, & More


Enjoy Mannes' piano musicians' performance of works by Beethoven, Schubert, Schumann, Brahms, Liszt, Ravel, Rachmaninoff, Ligeti, and Glass.
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Sun, Feb 8
7:30 pm
Free
Concerts, February 08, 2026, 02/08/2026, Piano Works by Beethoven, Schubert, Liszt, & More

Concert | Live Acoustic Evening


Enjoy an evening of live acoustic music with Erika Leigh.
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8:00 pm
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Concerts, February 08, 2026, 02/08/2026, Live Acoustic Evening

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.
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Mon, Feb 9
9:45 am
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Workshops, February 09, 2026, 02/09/2026, Start the Day with Morning Meditation

Museums | Exploring Art, History, and Global Cultures in a Landmark Museum


Spend time exploring a world-renowned collection spanning centuries of art, design, and cultural history. From ancient artifacts to iconic masterpieces, these galleries invite slow looking, discovery, and reflection across works that connect global traditions, artistic innovation, and human stories.
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10:00 am
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Museumss, February 09, 2026, 02/09/2026, Exploring Art, History, and Global Cultures in a Landmark Museum

Lecture | Anthropologist/Sociologist Explores Art & the Far-Right Culture War


Attend a lecture by historical anthropologist and sociologist Kristof Nagy on artists and the far-right in the global culture wars. Moderated by Gail Archer. Why are artists increasingly aligning with far-right movements in Eastern Europe and beyond? This talk examines the social foundations of the emerging coalition between far-right regimes and cultural producers, challenging conventional narratives about progressive art and repressive politics. Drawing on ethnographic fieldwork with the Hungarian Academy of Arts--a cultural flagship institution of Viktor Orban's Hungary--this presentation offers a political-economic analysis of contemporary culture wars. The talk reveals how the long downturn of US global hegemony, combined with the neoliberal restructuring of cultural markets, has created conditions for artists to become willing participants in national-protectionist and imperial projects. Besides mapping the emergence of this unexpected coalition, the talk also explores how these alliances succeed through institutional mechanisms--from patronage systems to the social penetration of local cultural production--and why previous liberal resistance movements have failed. Ultimately, this talk aims to offer takeaways beyond the case of Hungary by providing a novel understanding of culture wars as the rapid transformation of the art-patronage relation amid new economic arrangements and imperial ambitions.
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Mon, Feb 9
12:00 pm
Free
Lectures, February 09, 2026, 02/09/2026, Anthropologist/Sociologist Explores Art & the Far-Right Culture War

Staged Reading | 3 One-Act Plays by PJ Gibson


This event explores a century of Black theater through conversations and readings of plays. This event, produced in collaboration with New Federal Theatre, features three rarely seen one-act plays by the late prolific African American dramatist and educator P.J. Gibson. Gibson is the author of more than 35 full-length plays, and is best known for her 1980s play Long Time Since Yesterday. 
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Staged Readings, February 09, 2026, 02/09/2026, 3 One-Act Plays by PJ Gibson

Party | Fiber/Textile Arts Meetup


Are you a knitter? Do you like to crochet? Maybe you like a different type of fiber art? Whichever it is, bring your supplies and lose yourself in the meditative world of creating art with fiber. Invite your friends, or make new connections there. This is a meet-up, not a class.
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Partys, February 09, 2026, 02/09/2026, Fiber/Textile Arts Meetup

Park Walk | Photo Walk through Central Park


Award-winning photographer Tony Gale leads a winter photowalk through Central Park. The group will head into the park to explore its famous views and crisp winter atmosphere. Tony will be available to share tips and answer questions as the group moves through various areas of the park. This is a great opportunity to improve your skills and meet other local photographers. All skill levels are welcome. Please dress warmly and bring your camera and favorite lens.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Mon, Feb 9
1:00 pm
Free
Park Walks, February 09, 2026, 02/09/2026, Photo Walk through Central Park

Master Class | Grammy-Winning Musician Teaches the Ins & Outs of Great Guitar Performance


Grammy-winner Jason Vieaux--“among the elite of today’s classical guitarists” (Gramophone), described by NPR as “perhaps the most precise and soulful classical guitarist of his generation”--leads a class on better practice and performance for guitar mastery.
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Concerts, February 09, 2026, 02/09/2026, Grammy-Winning Musician Teaches the Ins & Outs of Great Guitar Performance

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.
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Museumss, February 09, 2026, 02/09/2026, Historical and Modern Design Spanning Centuries

Classical Music | Piano Works by J.S. Bach, Ravel, Liszt, Debussy, & More (In Person AND Online!)


Pianist Yuval Chen performs a series of pieces by legendary composers from various musical periods. Program: J.S. Bach (1685-1750) "Lament" from Capriccio on the departure of a beloved brother, BWV 992 Maurice Ravel (1875-1937) Prelude in A Minor, M. 65 Franz Liszt (1811-1886) Ballade No.2, S.171 Claude Debussy (1862-1918) Reverie Maurice Ravel (1875-1937) Miroirs Alexander Scriabin (1872-1915) Sonata No. 10, Op. 70
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Mon, Feb 9
5:00 pm
Free
Concerts, February 09, 2026, 02/09/2026, Piano Works by J.S. Bach, Ravel, Liszt, Debussy, & More (In Person AND Online!)

Festival | Evening Light and Sound Experience


Until February 17th, explore a unique light-and-sound installation after dark. Enjoy the vibrant city energy, with entertainment and special offers from local businesses, turning your visit into a full evening out.
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Festivals, February 09, 2026, 02/09/2026, Evening Light and Sound Experience

Museums | Explore Memorial Museum and Reconnect with History


Reconnect with the feeling of community and cohesion that blanketed our city and nation in the wake of 9/11. This is a monument to human dignity, courage, and sacrifice, this museum honors the nearly 3,000 people killed in the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001 and February 26, 1993, recognizes the courage of those who survived, and salutes those who risked their lives to help others.
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Museumss, February 09, 2026, 02/09/2026, Explore Memorial Museum and Reconnect with History

Lecture | Political Experts Discuss Central Asia in Global Politics


Hear the lecture “Backlash: How Central Asia is Reshaping China’s Rise” featuring Bradley Jardine, Managing Director of the Oxus Society for Central Asian Affairs, and Edward Lemon, President of the Oxus Society for Central Asian Affairs. As global power dynamics continue to fragment, Central Asia stands at the crossroads of strategic opportunity and geopolitical constraint. Long cast as a peripheral zone of great power competition within the spheres of influence of Russia and China, the region is increasingly asserting itself as an autonomous actor balancing relationships with Russia, China, the United States, the European Union, Turkey, India, and the Gulf states through multivector diplomacy. This lecture explores how Central Asian governments and publics are leveraging shifting global alignments, critical mineral wealth, and emerging transit corridors to gain leverage and resist dependency.  In an era defined by contested global orders and technological competition, Central Asia has the potential to be not just a bridge between East and West, but a key set of actors asserting themselves in a multipolar world.
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Lectures, February 09, 2026, 02/09/2026, Political Experts Discuss Central Asia in Global Politics

Film | Luxury Liner (1948): Classic Romantic Musical Comedy


A young girl with musical ambitions stows away aboard a luxury liner which is full of musical stars --and her father just happens to be the captain. Director: Richard Whorf Cast: George Brent, Jane Powell, Lauritz Melchior, Frances Gifford, Marina Koshetz, Xavier Cugat
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Mon, Feb 9
6:00 pm
Free
Films, February 09, 2026, 02/09/2026, Luxury Liner (1948): Classic Romantic Musical Comedy

Screening | Mahler in New York (2025): Documentary on Classical Composer Gusta Mahler (+ Filmmaker Q&A)


As both composer and conductor, Gustav Mahler was one of the most pivotal figures of late-nineteenth-century European music. But the final years of his life were largely spent in New York City. Here, among the bustle of Manhattan's Upper West Side and 59th Street, he worked on his last symphonies, transformed New York's musical life through his leadership of both the New York Philharmonic and the Metropolitan Opera, and confronted the greatest emotional crisis of his life. Mahler in New York is a new documentary by Hilan Warshaw that recreates these momentous last years in the life of an emigre genius, through archival sources, interviews, musical performances, and modern-day location footage. Director: Hilan Warshaw The film screening will be followed by a Q & A with Hilan Warshaw.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Mon, Feb 9
6:00 pm
Free
Screenings, February 09, 2026, 02/09/2026, Mahler in New York (2025): Documentary on Classical Composer Gusta Mahler (+ Filmmaker Q&A)

Workshop | Learn & Practice Chess with an Expert


Learn to play chess or develop your strategies with chess expert Tamar Chanadiri from the Marshall Chess Club. Participants are encouraged to attend all sessions, as each one builds on the previous. Bring a friend or join on your own--all levels and ages are welcome! Chess sets are provided but you're welcome to bring your own. From 6-7 PM Tamar will provide instruction for beginner-level players. From 7-8 PM there will be open play for all levels.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Mon, Feb 9
6:00 pm
Free
Workshops, February 09, 2026, 02/09/2026, Learn & Practice Chess with an Expert

Classical Music | Piano Works by J.S. Bach, Brahms, & Ravel


Pianist Mario Calvo Martinez performs a program of serious, concentrated works that reward depth of interpretation more than surface virtuosity. Program: J.S. Bach (1685-1750) Ouverture a la francaise BWV 831 Johann Brahms (1833-1897) 3 Intermezzi Op. 117 Maurice Ravel (1875-1937) Gaspard de la nuit
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Mon, Feb 9
6:00 pm
Free
Concerts, February 09, 2026, 02/09/2026, Piano Works by J.S. Bach, Brahms, & Ravel

Screening | Watch Parts of The American Revolution (+ Discussion with Filmmakers )


Watch excerpts from the prominent docuseries The American Revolution and enjoy a discussion featuring co-director Sarah Botstein and writer Geoffrey Ward.
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Screenings, February 09, 2026, 02/09/2026, Watch Parts of The American Revolution (+ Discussion with Filmmakers )

Book Discussion | Experts Discuss Structural Violence & Policing, Sharing the New Book, Engineered Conflict


Scholar David Omotoso Stovall discusses his book Engineered Conflict: Structural Violence and the Future of Black Life in Chicago with policing expert and CUNY professor Alex Vitale and NYPL's Senior Director of Reading and Engagement Brian Jones. With a novel approach to the question of how state-sanctioned violence and abandonment impacts low-income communities, Engineered Conflict uses examples from Chicago's recent history to shed light on the politics of disposability through housing instability, criminalization, and school closures.
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6:30 pm
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Book Discussions, February 09, 2026, 02/09/2026, Experts Discuss Structural Violence & Policing, Sharing the New Book, Engineered Conflict

Discussion | Promoting Math Through Social Media (Online!) 


Learn how educators use videos, memes, and creative approaches to make math accessible, engaging, and inspiring for students everywhere. Witness a lively online conversation about sharing the joy of math through social media.
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6:30 pm
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Discussions, February 09, 2026, 02/09/2026, Promoting Math Through Social Media (Online!)&nbsp;

Book Discussion | A True Story of Espionage and Resistance in WWII (Online!) 


Explore the life of Joseph Scheinmann, a Jewish youth turned spy in the French Resistance. From daring escapes to secret missions and imprisonment in Nazi camps, his story of courage, cunning, and survival unfolds through vintage photographs, letters, and firsthand accounts.
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Book Discussions, February 09, 2026, 02/09/2026, A True Story of Espionage and Resistance in WWII (Online!)&nbsp;

Classical Music | Ensemble Works by American Composers


The North/South Consonance Ensemble performs four recent works for flute, clarinet, violin, cello, and piano by American composers Robert Carl, Rocco Di Prieto, Max Lifchitz, and Thacher Schreiber. Soprano Anna Elder will appear as soloist.
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Concerts, February 09, 2026, 02/09/2026, Ensemble Works by American Composers

Book Discussion | Musicologist Shares his New Book, Sounds of Survival


Hear about the new nonfiction book, Sounds of Survival, which explores the central role played by Jews in creating classical music in Poland. It examines an integrated Polish and Polish Jewish musical community as its members contended with antisemitism in the 1930s, attempted to survive the Nazi occupation, and established a renewed musical culture amid the ashes of World War II and the Holocaust. Reconstructing these musicians' lives from the 1920s into the 1950s, Mackenzie Pierce argues that despite nearly unimaginable violence, many Polish musicians treated the war as a time of reinvention and cultural preservation. Their faith that music was a source of cultural continuity, however, also marginalized experiences of wartime loss, especially those of Jewish victims and survivors of the Holocaust.'
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Book Discussions, February 09, 2026, 02/09/2026, Musicologist Shares his New Book,&nbsp;Sounds of Survival

Workshop | Retro Music Dance Fitness


Come dance to classic pop tunes: Top 40, Disco, Electronic and more! This class is 45 minutes of peppy beats to enhance your cardio conditioning. A low-impact and fun workout; it is open to any fitness level. Let's dance away blue Monday! Instructor: Patricia Collins
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Workshops, February 09, 2026, 02/09/2026, Retro Music Dance Fitness

Workshop | Central Park Running Session (All Levels Welcome)


If you prefer not to run alone or are looking to improve your running performance, you can run with a club! Open to runners of all levels. Weekly changed routes through the park. Coaches, training, running company and inspiration!
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Tue, Feb 10
6:30 am
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Workshops, February 10, 2026, 02/10/2026, Central Park Running&nbsp;Session (All Levels Welcome)

Workshop | Adult Zumba


Featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography. Work on your balance, coordination and range of motion.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Tue, Feb 10
10:30 am
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Workshops, February 10, 2026, 02/10/2026, Adult Zumba

Galleries | Award-Winning, Immersive VR Art Experience


Journey into a uniquely interactive virtual reality experience that asks the question: "Where are you feeling?" Soul Paint is an award-winning, immersive world that blends art and science to inspire personal introspection and universal connection. Backed by creative support from behavioral scientists and health care researchers, VR programmers Sarah Ticho and Niki Smit's Soul Paint combines 3-D drawing, playful avatar interaction, video game inputs, and explorations of shared interior worlds, all underscored by narration from NAACP Image Award-winning actor Rosario Dawson. You'll be given the digital tools to create an expressive virtual reality artwork about your own emotions and embodied sensations--depicting what your inner life looks like. Then you are invited to observe the creations of others. This one-of-a-kind VR expedition offers new methods of embodied insight, encouraging us to reflect on the scope of human experience on an individual and global level. Participation to this virtual reality experience is first-come, first-served; advanced reservation is not required. In the event that a line forms, Guest Experience representatives will assist you in registering for our Virtual Queue. Once you're registered, you will send you a text alert the moment your individual time slot is ready! The experience lasts approximately 20 minutes.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Tue, Feb 10
11:00 am
Free
Galleriess, February 10, 2026, 02/10/2026, Award-Winning, Immersive VR Art Experience

Classical Music | Afternoon Bach


Take a momentary respite from a busy day to enjoy a selection of organ works by Johann Sebastian Bach in an intimate venue.
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Tue, Feb 10
12:20 pm
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Concerts, February 10, 2026, 02/10/2026, Afternoon Bach

Performance | Ice Skating Dance Showcase in Midtown


Enjoy a lunchtime performances that bring contemporary choreography to an outdoor ice setting. Featuring solo and duet works by acclaimed skaters and choreographers, the programs transform the ice into a stage for expressive, site-responsive movement.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Tue, Feb 10
12:30 pm
Free
Performances, February 10, 2026, 02/10/2026, Ice Skating Dance Showcase in Midtown

Film | John Henrik Clarke: A Great and Mighty Walk (1996) | Documentary on Pan-Africanist Leader 


In celebration of Black History Month, watch John Henrik Clarke: A Great and Mighty Walk (1996,) directed by the Harlem-born documentary filmmaker, St. Clair C. Bourne. St. Claire C. Bourne’s filmography, celebrated in a 1988 retrospective at the Whitney Museum of American Art, centers a range of subjects and social issues pertaining to Black-American life. In John Henrik Clarke: A Great and Mighty Walk, the filmmaker documents the Pan-Africanist leader John Henrik Clarke, whose critical scholarship informed the development of the field of Africana Studies.
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Films, February 10, 2026, 02/10/2026, John Henrik Clarke: A Great and Mighty Walk (1996) | Documentary on Pan-Africanist Leader&nbsp;

Film | The Black Power Mixtape 1967-1975 (2011): Swedish Documentary on American Black Power Movement


Footage shot by a group of Swedish journalists documenting the Black Power Movement in the United States is edited together by a contemporary Swedish filmmaker. Director: Goran Hugo Olsson Cast: Stokely Carmichael, Martin Luther King Jr., Eldridge Cleaver, Bobby Seale, Huey P. Newton, Emile de Antonio, Angela Davis
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Films, February 10, 2026, 02/10/2026, The Black Power Mixtape 1967-1975 (2011): Swedish Documentary on American Black Power Movement

Gallery Talk | Afghan Artists on Creativity and Survival Under Repression (Online!)


Artists from Afghanistan and the diaspora come together for a discussion on creating art under censorship, displacement, and political repression. Drawing on lived experiences both inside and outside the country, the conversation examines how artistic practice becomes a form of resistance, testimony, and survival, emphasizing the resilience and urgency of Afghan artistic voices today.
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Gallery Talks, February 10, 2026, 02/10/2026, Afghan Artists on Creativity and Survival Under Repression (Online!)

Workshop | Mah Jongg & More


A dedicated group of adult American Mah Jongg enthusiasts for friendly and informal games, or try your hand at other card and board games. Make friends and catch up with neighbors. Sets, cards, and games provided, or bring your own.
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Workshops, February 10, 2026, 02/10/2026, Mah Jongg & More

Concert | Organ Music at a Beautiful Venue


Enjoy a performance by organist and YoungArts winner Marco Jimenez on a beautifully preserved early-19th-century organ known for its rich tonal character and historic craftsmanship.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Tue, Feb 10
2:00 pm
Free
Concerts, February 10, 2026, 02/10/2026, Organ Music at a Beautiful Venue

Film | Nobody 2 (2025): Action Thriller Sequel


Suburban dad Hutch Mansell, a former lethal assassin, is pulled back into his violent past after thwarting a home invasion, setting off a chain of events that unravels secrets about his wife Becca's past and his own. Director: Timo Tjahjanto Cast: Bob Odenkirk, Connie Nielsen, John Ortiz, Colin Hanks, RZA, Christopher Lloyd
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Films, February 10, 2026, 02/10/2026, Nobody 2 (2025): Action Thriller Sequel

Galleries | Award-Winning, Immersive VR Art Experience


Journey into a uniquely interactive virtual reality experience that asks the question: “Where are you feeling?” Soul Paint is an award-winning, immersive world that blends art and science to inspire personal introspection and universal connection. Backed by creative support from behavioral scientists and health care researchers, VR programmers Sarah Ticho and Niki Smit's Soul Paint combines 3-D drawing, playful avatar interaction, video game inputs, and explorations of shared interior worlds, all underscored by narration from NAACP Image Award-winning actor Rosario Dawson. You'll be given the digital tools to create an expressive virtual reality artwork about your own emotions and embodied sensations—depicting what your inner life looks like. Then you are invited to observe the creations of others. This one-of-a-kind VR expedition offers new methods of embodied insight, encouraging us to reflect on the scope of human experience on an individual and global level. Participation to this virtual reality experience is first-come, first-served; advanced reservation is not required. In the event that a line forms, Guest Experience representatives will assist you in registering for our Virtual Queue. Once you're registered, you will send you a text alert the moment your individual time slot is ready! The experience lasts approximately 20 minutes.
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Galleriess, February 10, 2026, 02/10/2026, Award-Winning, Immersive VR Art Experience

Discussion | Experts Discuss Urban Planning across Time & Space


Moderator Jorge Otero-Pailos (Director and Professor of Historic Preservation at Columbia University's Graduate School of Architecture, Planning, and Preservation) in conversation with three Fellows: Ludovico Centis with The Empire architecture firm, Lorenzo Gatta with University of Italian Switzerland, and Natsumi Nonaka. They will discuss urban planning in consideration of the Iroquois, the Romans, and the Manhattan Project at Columbia.
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Tue, Feb 10
4:00 pm
Free
Discussions, February 10, 2026, 02/10/2026, Experts Discuss Urban Planning across Time & Space

Book Club | Discuss Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë


Participate in a group book discussion of Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë. Heathcliff comes to the brooding mansion of Wuthering Heights as an orphan child. Cathy is the daughter of the wealthy family that takes him in. They are drawn together from the moment they meet, their love consuming, destructive, and full of desire. They cannot be together, and yet they cannot stay apart. The consequences will haunt generations. From the moment of his adoption by the Earnshaws, the foundling boy Heathcliff devotes himself to their young daughter Catherine. Growing up together, the two share a love that blossoms into romance, until Catherine's hurtful betrayal. But Heathcliff's emotions know no bounds and acknowledge no limits—not even death. Determined to secure the family estate of Wuthering Heights as his own, the tyrannical Heathcliff vents his bitterness on his and Catherine's heirs, manipulating lives and shaping destinies under the influence of a passion that has curdled into obsession.
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4:30 pm
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Book Clubs, February 10, 2026, 02/10/2026, Discuss&nbsp;Wuthering Heights by Emily&nbsp;Bront&euml;

Lecture | Housing Reform and the Settlement House Movement


A talk examining the life and legacy of Mary Kingsbury Simkhovitch, a pioneering figure in the American settlement house movement and early efforts toward affordable housing reform. Drawing from a recent biography, the discussion explores how social reformers at the turn of the 20th century addressed urban poverty, immigrant life, and housing conditions through community-based initiatives. 
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Lectures, February 10, 2026, 02/10/2026, Housing Reform and the Settlement House Movement

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.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Tue, Feb 10
6:00 pm
Free
Partys, February 10, 2026, 02/10/2026, Play Bridge in a Stress-Free Environment

Gallery Talk | Portraits and the Failure of State Protection


Brian Maguire’s Portraits confront systemic violence and the absence of justice. Through portraiture created in close dialogue with affected families and communities, Maguire bears witness to lives erased and displaced in Missoula, Bentiu, and Ciudad Juárez. The evening includes remarks by the artist, followed by a reception. 
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Discussion | Authors Discuss Literary Figure Bennett Cerf (In Person AND Online!)


Biographer Gayle Feldman speaks bout publishing giant Bennett Cerf with author Jonathan Galassi. Bennett Cerf co-founded Random House in the 1920s; by the 1960s, it was the greatest literary publisher in the U.S. There was nothing random about this American original who changed our culture by straddling books, Broadway, Hollywood, and TV.
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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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Classical Music | Valentine's Vocal Works (Art Songs & More)


Experience a special Valentine's-themed concert with NYU's Classical Voice Collective. The NYU Classical Voice Collective celebrates vocal repertoire through opera and art song, providing performances and producing opportunities to students and expanding the appreciation of traditional and emerging classical repertoire.
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Tue, Feb 10
6:30 pm
Free
Concerts, February 10, 2026, 02/10/2026, Valentine's Vocal Works (Art Songs & More)

Classical Music | Acclaimed Singer Performs African-American Spirituals and More


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Tue, Feb 10
7:00 pm
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Classical Music | Chamber Works by J.S. Bach, Shostakovich, & More


Western Chamber Players performs a program of Shostakovich, Webern, and Schofield. Program: Dmitri Shostakovich (1906-1975) String Quartet No. 8, Op. 110 Thanakarn Schofield Recantation J.S. Bach (1685-1750)/Anton Webern (1883-1945) Fuga (Ricercata) a 6 voci Dmitri Shostakovich (1906-1975) Cello Concerto No. 1, Op. 107
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Tue, Feb 10
7:00 pm
Free
Concerts, February 10, 2026, 02/10/2026, Chamber Works by J.S. Bach, Shostakovich, & More

Master Class | Grammy-Winning Musician Teaches the Ins & Outs of Great Guitar Performance


Grammy-winner Jason Vieaux--“among the elite of today’s classical guitarists” (Gramophone), described by NPR as “perhaps the most precise and soulful classical guitarist of his generation”--leads a class on better practice and performance for guitar mastery.
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Lecture | Perception, Belief, and Performance


Interdisciplinary artist Derek DelGaudio joins Melissa Maxwell for a conversation about perception, belief, and the mechanics of meaning-making. DelGaudio's work spans live performance, film, and writing, and is known for exploring how narratives are built and experienced. He is an Artist in Residence at Walt Disney Imagineering and co-founded a performing arts collective. The discussion offers insight into contemporary performance practices and how art can reshape how audiences understand themselves and the world around them.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Tue, Feb 10
7:00 pm
Free
Lectures, February 10, 2026, 02/10/2026, Perception, Belief, and Performance

Classical Music | Contemporary Percussion Works (In Person AND Online!)


Manhattan School of Music faculty member David Cossin, percussion, performs a Modern piece. Program: Steve Reich (1936-) Music for 18 Musicians
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Concerts, February 10, 2026, 02/10/2026, Contemporary Percussion Works (In Person AND Online!)

Workshop | Central Park Running Session (All Levels Welcome)


If you prefer not to run alone or are looking to improve your running performance, you can run with a club! Open to runners of all levels. Weekly changed routes through the park. Coaches, training, running company and inspiration!
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Book Discussion | Learn about Building a Career in Fashion with Project Runway Canada's Jeanne Beker (+ Memoir Discussion)


What does it take to build a meaningful and resilient career in the business of fashion? Attend a fireside chat with Jeanne Beker, a renowned Canadian fashion journalist and broadcaster famous for hosting FashionTelevision for 27 years and for her involvem. Dr. Ben Barry, Dean of the School of Fashion and the Joseph and Gail Gromek Professor for Fashion Business, will moderate. The event will be followed by a book signing of her new memoir, Heart on My Sleeve. Drawing from her new memoir, Heart on My Sleeve, and her iconic career as a fashion journalist, Jeanne will share insights on navigating an ever-shifting industry. She will discuss what it takes to build a meaningful and resilient career in the business of fashion. Come with questions about entrepreneurship, strategic partnerships, media innovation, and building a successful career in fashion businesses.
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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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Galleries | Award-Winning, Immersive VR Art Experience


Journey into a uniquely interactive virtual reality experience that asks the question: “Where are you feeling?” Soul Paint is an award-winning, immersive world that blends art and science to inspire personal introspection and universal connection. Backed by creative support from behavioral scientists and health care researchers, VR programmers Sarah Ticho and Niki Smit's Soul Paint combines 3-D drawing, playful avatar interaction, video game inputs, and explorations of shared interior worlds, all underscored by narration from NAACP Image Award-winning actor Rosario Dawson. You'll be given the digital tools to create an expressive virtual reality artwork about your own emotions and embodied sensations—depicting what your inner life looks like. Then you are invited to observe the creations of others. This one-of-a-kind VR expedition offers new methods of embodied insight, encouraging us to reflect on the scope of human experience on an individual and global level. Participation to this virtual reality experience is first-come, first-served; advanced reservation is not required. In the event that a line forms, Guest Experience representatives will assist you in registering for our Virtual Queue. Once you're registered, you will send you a text alert the moment your individual time slot is ready! The experience lasts approximately 20 minutes.
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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. This guided tour is first-come, first-served. It 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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Wed, Feb 11
11:00 am
Free
Tours, February 11, 2026, 02/11/2026, Historical House of The Distinguished American President of the Early 20th Century

Book Discussion | Shaping Cities Through Spatial Economic Planning (Online!) 


This virtual book launch introduces Tools for Spatial Economic Planning, a practical guide to analyzing and shaping the economic and spatial structures of rapidly urbanizing regions. The authors present key frameworks and case studies, followed by perspectives from global development organizations on how these tools are applied in real-world planning and policy contexts.
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Book Discussions, February 11, 2026, 02/11/2026, Shaping Cities Through Spatial Economic Planning (Online!)&nbsp;

Workshop | Valentine Craft: Heart Wreath


Enjoy some DIY as you make and decorate your very own heart wreath! We will be using colorful string and some cardboard to make the wreath, which can then be decorated however you wish. All materials provided, limited to 10 participants. First come, first served.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Wed, Feb 11
11:00 am
Free
Workshops, February 11, 2026, 02/11/2026, Valentine Craft: Heart Wreath

Museums | Wednesday 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.
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Classical Music | Eastern European Chamber Works


Enjoy a lunchtime performance of Eastern European chamber music, presented by the East Central European Center, the Barnard Music Program, and the Columbia Music Department.
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12:00 pm
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Concerts, February 11, 2026, 02/11/2026, Eastern European Chamber Works

Book Discussion | Uncovering Forgotten Histories in the Early US Modern Art Market (Online!) 


Independent scholar Julia May Boddewyn presents her new book, The Valentine Gallery, tracing the overlooked story of Valentine Dudensing, Matisse, Picasso, and the U.S. market for modern art (1926–1947). The talk highlights Boddewyn’s research methods and key findings, followed by an audience Q&A. 
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Book Discussions, February 11, 2026, 02/11/2026, Uncovering Forgotten Histories in the Early US Modern Art Market (Online!)&nbsp;

Classical Music | Afternoon Bach


Take a momentary respite from a busy day to enjoy a selection of organ works by Johann Sebastian Bach in an intimate venue.
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Wed, Feb 11
12:20 pm
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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, February 11, 2026, 02/11/2026, Adult Chorus Session Open to All

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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Wed, Feb 11
1:30 pm
pay-what-you-wish, reservation required
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Workshop | Free-Form Creative Writing Session


This event is an afternoon of live, free-form creative writing. No formal writing experience is required - just enthusiasm and curiosity to see where writing takes you. Participants are provided with suggested prompts at the start of the session, approximately 30 minutes to free write, and the remainder of the hour to share and listen to others' pieces. This is a relaxed forum to experiment with and strengthen your writing. There is the option, but not the requirement, to share your work in each session. Come write freely and meet other people who love writing for the sake of writing!
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Film | Respect (2021): Aretha Franklin Biopic with Jennifer Hudson


Following the rise of Aretha Franklin's career from a child singing in her father's church's choir to her international superstardom, 'Respect' is the remarkable true story of the music icon's journey to find her voice. Director: Liesl Tommy Cast: Jennifer Hudson, Forest Whitaker, Marlon Wayans, Audra McDonald, Marc Maron, Tituss Burgess, Mary J. Blige Jennifer Hudson is an American singer, actress, and talk show host. Throughout her career, she has received various accolades for her works in recorded music, film, television, and theater. Hudson became the youngest woman and second African-American woman to receive all four of the major American entertainment awards: Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony (EGOT). She also received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2013. Time named her one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2020.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Wed, Feb 11
2:00 pm
Free
Films, February 11, 2026, 02/11/2026, Respect (2021): Aretha Franklin Biopic with Jennifer Hudson

Workshop | Draw the Human Figure


Challenge your artistic skills by drawing the human figure. Each week a model will strike short and long poses for participants to draw. Artists/ educators will offer constructive suggestions and critique. Materials provided, and artists are encouraged to bring their own favorite media.
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Workshops, February 11, 2026, 02/11/2026, Draw the Human Figure

Galleries | Award-Winning, Immersive VR Art Experience


Journey into a uniquely interactive virtual reality experience that asks the question: “Where are you feeling?” Soul Paint is an award-winning, immersive world that blends art and science to inspire personal introspection and universal connection. Backed by creative support from behavioral scientists and health care researchers, VR programmers Sarah Ticho and Niki Smit's Soul Paint combines 3-D drawing, playful avatar interaction, video game inputs, and explorations of shared interior worlds, all underscored by narration from NAACP Image Award-winning actor Rosario Dawson. You'll be given the digital tools to create an expressive virtual reality artwork about your own emotions and embodied sensations—depicting what your inner life looks like. Then you are invited to observe the creations of others. This one-of-a-kind VR expedition offers new methods of embodied insight, encouraging us to reflect on the scope of human experience on an individual and global level. Participation to this virtual reality experience is first-come, first-served; advanced reservation is not required. In the event that a line forms, Guest Experience representatives will assist you in registering for our Virtual Queue. Once you're registered, you will send you a text alert the moment your individual time slot is ready! The experience lasts approximately 20 minutes.
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3:00 pm
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Galleriess, February 11, 2026, 02/11/2026, Award-Winning, Immersive VR Art Experience

Gallery Talk | Learn How a Historic Mansion Turned into a Museum


Join a museum educator for a brief gallery talk tracing how a Gilded Age mansion was transformed into a world-class art museum.
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Gallery Talks, February 11, 2026, 02/11/2026, Learn How a Historic Mansion Turned into a Museum

Book Discussion | Historian Shares Her New Book, Road to Nowhere: How a Highway Map Wrecked Baltimore


Attend an event with Emily Lieb, Ph.D., as she discusses her book, Road to Nowhere: How a Highway Map Wrecked Baltimore. Drawing on land records, oral history, media coverage, and policy documents, Lieb demystifies blockbusting, redlining, and prejudicial lending, highlighting the national patterns at work in a single neighborhood. The result is an absorbing story about the deliberate decisions that produced racial inequalities in housing, jobs, health, and wealth—as well as a testament to the ingenuity of the residents who fought to stay in their homes, down to today.
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4:15 pm
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Book Discussions, February 11, 2026, 02/11/2026, Historian&nbsp;Shares Her New Book,&nbsp;Road to Nowhere: How a Highway Map Wrecked Baltimore

Book Club | Read & Discuss Poetry by Antonia Pozzi


In this poetry discussion group, attendees will talk about ten poems by Antonia Pozzi, translated from the Italian by Amy Newman. You can find a PDF copy attached to the linked page. Please bring your printed copy to the discussion; the group will be doing close readings and analysis of the poems.
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Book Clubs, February 11, 2026, 02/11/2026, Read & Discuss Poetry by Antonia Pozzi

Screening | Border Incident (1949): Classic Film Noir (+ Q&A with Media Scholar)


Attend the film screening and Q&A of Border Incident, a noir crime drama inspired by true events. Undercover agents expose a brutal cross-border labor smuggling ring and its human cost. Set against the stark landscapes of the U.S.-Mexico border, Border Incident is a tense crime drama inspired by true events. The film follows a joint investigation between American and Mexican law enforcement agencies as they infiltrate a brutal agricultural labor smuggling ring operating on both sides of the border. Director: Anthony Mann Cast: Ricardo Montalban, George Murphy, Howard Da Silva, James Mitchell
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Wed, Feb 11
6:00 pm
Free
Screenings, February 11, 2026, 02/11/2026, Border Incident (1949): Classic Film Noir (+ Q&A with Media Scholar)

Discussion | Bilingual Interview with Poet Yarisa Colón Torres


Artist-in-residence Sonia Megías hosts an interview with Yarisa Colón Torres, a Puerto Rican poet, educator, and handmade book creator who has led workshops and collaborated on multidisciplinary projects centered on the written word. She recently co-created Viento Abajo, an artisanal limited-edition publication.  This event is bilingual (English & Spanish).
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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: o Improving memory and focus o Enhancing critical thinking skills o Making connections o Reducing stress (and screen time!)
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Wed, Feb 11
6:00 pm
Free
Partys, February 11, 2026, 02/11/2026, Board Games Meet-Up

Lecture | Motherhood and Rituals in Ancient Israel (Online!) 


Professor Emerita Susan Ackerman explores pregnancy and childbirth practices in ancient Israel, tracing rituals from conception to delivery. Drawing on comparisons with Hatti, Mesopotamia, and Egypt, the talk examines protective amulets, incantations, anointing oils, and other practices that illuminate the spiritual and cultural life of mothers-to-be in the ancient world.
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Opening Reception | Politics of Visibility in Contemporary Art


Deborah Roberts presents new paintings, works on paper, and her first ceramic sculptures in an exhibition examining how Black bodies, particularly Black children, are seen and understood by society. Through collage and repurposed imagery, the works reflect on colonial histories and resilience, transforming materials tied to exploitation into affirmations of presence, spirituality, and survival.
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Book Discussion | Quiet Reading Meet Up


Bring a book or check one out of the library to read to yourself for one hour. After that, spend an hour socializing with those around you!
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Discussion | Two Authors Celebrate the Launch of Their New Books


Celebrate two new books by New School Faculty, Lana Lin and Radhika Subramaniam.  Situated between memoir, social criticism, and conceptual art, Lin’s The Autobiography of H. Lan Thao Lam narrates a 25-year queer love story through the literary form of ventriloquism that Gertrude Stein invented in her 1933 The Autobiography of Alice B. Toklas, and responds to the modernist classic by raising the Asian understory to the surface.  Subramaniam’s Footprint: Four Itineraries probes the long history of the footprint’s manifestation in the human imagination—signifying mobility and occupation, inquiry and imperialism, absence and presence, trace, and impact—to ask if it is yet possible to tread lightly on our world. The event will feature a conversation between the two writers and invite questions and discussion, followed by a celebratory reception. 
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Book Discussion | Upcoming Romance Book Talk with Authors & Publishing Professionals (In Person AND Online!)


Hear the "buzz" directly from authors and publishing industry professionals about new and upcoming titles in romance. Free and advance copies available while supplies last! Enjoy a delightful evening filled with literature, engaging discussions, and opportunities to meet authors and fellow passionate book lovers. Here's what to expect: Attend panels featuring Romance writers Learn about new and upcoming titles from Penguin Random House staff Browse free and advanced reader copies of titles by a range of authors in the Romance genre Giveaways while supplies last
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Book Discussions, February 11, 2026, 02/11/2026, Upcoming Romance Book Talk with Authors & Publishing Professionals (In Person AND Online!)

Reading | Writer Larissa Pham Shares Her New Novel, Discipline


Experience a reading with Larissa Pham as she sits down with Jennifer Cho Salaff to discuss her new novel, Discipline. About Discipline: In the novel, the main character, Christine, is on a book tour for her book, which is a thinly veiled revenge fantasy based on a relationship she had with a former professor. Her world is turned upside down when he reaches out after years of silence and invites her to visit him on a remote island off the coast of Maine. "A taut, electrifying debut about a woman forced to confront unsettling truths about herself, her past, and the life she rebuilt following a ruinous affair with her former mentor, from a 'lit world phenom'" -Harper’s Bazaar
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Readings, February 11, 2026, 02/11/2026, Writer Larissa Pham Shares Her New Novel,&nbsp;Discipline

Master Class | Grammy-Winning Musician Teaches the Ins & Outs of Great Guitar Performance


Grammy-winner Jason Vieaux--“among the elite of today’s classical guitarists” (Gramophone), described by NPR as “perhaps the most precise and soulful classical guitarist of his generation”--leads a class on better practice and performance for guitar mastery.
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Talk | Photographers Discuss Their Craft & New Book of Photography, West West: Twin Perspectives Of The American West


Experience the captivating vision of photographers Maryam Eisler and Alexei Riboud in West, West, a dual exploration of the American West's enduring allure. Moderated by curator Carrie Scott, the discussion will examine how both artists interpret the landscapes, light, and legends that have inspired generations of creators. From past filmmakers, photographers, and painters in the NAC's permanent collection to contemporary voices, this program celebrates the timeless pilgrimage westward. Discover how West, West captures the mythic frontier as a space for imagination, reflection, and creative renewal. The limited-edition book will be available for purchase.
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Wed, Feb 11
7:00 pm
Free
Talks, February 11, 2026, 02/11/2026, Photographers Discuss Their Craft & New Book of Photography, West West: Twin Perspectives Of The American West

Cabaret | Singing Show with Rising Stars


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Wed, Feb 11
7:00 pm
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Classical Music | Contemporary Orchestral Works by Emerging Composers (In Person AND Online!)


Manhattan School of Music's Symphony Orchestra (conducted by George Manahan) performs a series of thesis compositions of MSM composition students.
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Concerts, February 11, 2026, 02/11/2026, Contemporary Orchestral Works by Emerging Composers (In Person AND Online!)

Classical Music | Chamber Works by Ravel & More


The NYU Chamber Orchestra performs, featuring master's flute student Joaquin Bonilla, playing Fantasy for Flute by Georges Hue. The orchestra, led by conductor David Bloom, will also play works by Ravel and Coleridge Taylor.
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Wed, Feb 11
8:00 pm
Free
Concerts, February 11, 2026, 02/11/2026, Chamber Works by Ravel & More

Workshop | Central Park Running Session (All Levels Welcome)


If you prefer not to run alone or are looking to improve your running performance, you can run with a club! Open to runners of all levels. Weekly changed routes through the park. Coaches, training, running company and inspiration!
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Workshop | Learn How To Play Mah-Jongg


Mah-Jongg is a four-person tile game of skill, strategy, and luck! Learn the rules and mechanics of American Mah-Jongg. Attend a two hour group lesson with instructor Susan Richards. Sets and a few cards provided, but you are encouraged to bring your own cards.
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Workshops, February 12, 2026, 02/12/2026, Learn How To Play Mah-Jongg

Film | What's Love Got to Do with It (1993): Biopic about Tina Turner Starring Angela Bassett


Based on the life of the legendary soul singer, Tina Turner -- born Anna Mae Bullock -- discovers her love of singing in her Tennessee church choir. She moves to St. Louis to pursue a career, and there she meets the charismatic Ike Turner, who rechristens her Tina and offers to help her succeed. As a musical team, Ike and Tina take the charts by storm. But as his physical abuse worsens, Tina has to make the tough decision to leave Ike and set out on her own. Director: Brian Gibson Cast: Angela Bassett, Laurence Fishburne Angela Bassett is an actress known for her work in film and television since the 1980s. She has received various accolades, including two Golden Globe Awards, in addition to nominations for two Academy Awards and eight Primetime Emmy Awards. Time magazine named her one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2023, and she received an Academy Honorary Award in 2023.
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Thu, Feb 12
11:00 am
Free
Films, February 12, 2026, 02/12/2026, What's Love Got to Do with It (1993): Biopic about Tina Turner Starring Angela Bassett

Galleries | Award-Winning, Immersive VR Art Experience


Journey into a uniquely interactive virtual reality experience that asks the question: "Where are you feeling?" Soul Paint is an award-winning, immersive world that blends art and science to inspire personal introspection and universal connection. Backed by creative support from behavioral scientists and health care researchers, VR programmers Sarah Ticho and Niki Smit's Soul Paint combines 3-D drawing, playful avatar interaction, video game inputs, and explorations of shared interior worlds, all underscored by narration from NAACP Image Award-winning actor Rosario Dawson. You'll be given the digital tools to create an expressive virtual reality artwork about your own emotions and embodied sensations--depicting what your inner life looks like. Then you are invited to observe the creations of others. This one-of-a-kind VR expedition offers new methods of embodied insight, encouraging us to reflect on the scope of human experience on an individual and global level. Participation to this virtual reality experience is first-come, first-served; advanced reservation is not required. In the event that a line forms, Guest Experience representatives will assist you in registering for our Virtual Queue. Once you're registered, you will send you a text alert the moment your individual time slot is ready! The experience lasts approximately 20 minutes.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Thu, Feb 12
11:00 am
Free
Galleriess, February 12, 2026, 02/12/2026, Award-Winning, Immersive VR Art Experience

Classical Music | Afternoon Bach


Take a momentary respite from a busy day to enjoy a selection of organ works by Johann Sebastian Bach in an intimate venue.
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Performance | Ice Skating Dance Showcase


Enjoy a lunchtime performances that bring contemporary choreography to an outdoor ice setting. Featuring solo and duet works by acclaimed skaters and choreographers, the programs transform the ice into a stage for expressive, site-responsive movement.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Thu, Feb 12
12:30 pm
Free
Performances, February 12, 2026, 02/12/2026, Ice Skating Dance Showcase

Film | Three Coins in the Fountain (1954): Classic Romantic Comedy Drama


The film follows three American women working in Rome who dream of finding romance in the Eternal City. Director: Jean Negulesco Cast: Clifton Webb, Dorothy McGuire, Jean Peters, Louis Jourdan, Maggie McNamara, Rossano Brazzi
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Films, February 12, 2026, 02/12/2026, Three Coins in the Fountain (1954): Classic Romantic Comedy Drama

Classical Music | 17C Compositions Performed the "Lyra Way" (+ Dance Performance) (In Person AND Online!)


Lyra Violists Niccolo Seligmann and Lisa Terry perform repertoire for two bass viols played "lyra way" by 17th-century English composers Tobias Hume, Thomas Ford, and Alfonso Ferrabosco II. Each player provides chordal accompaniment or melody in turn, creating exquisite polyphony. Artists from the BALAM Dance Theatre, Carlos Fittante and Yumiko Niimi, will interpret the dance pieces as solos and duets, exploring their own polyphony.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Thu, Feb 12
1:15 pm
Free
Concerts, February 12, 2026, 02/12/2026, 17C Compositions Performed the "Lyra Way" (+ Dance Performance) (In Person AND Online!)

Film | The Natural (1984): Sports Drama with Robert Redford


A middle-aged unknown comes seemingly out of nowhere to become a legendary baseball player with almost supernatural talent. Director: Barry Levinson Cast: Robert Redford, Robert Duvall, Glenn Close, Kim Basinger, Wilford Brimley, Barbara Hershey, Robert Prosky, Richard Farnsworth Robert Redford was an American actor and filmmaker who has received numerous accolades such as an Academy Award, a BAFTA Award, and two Golden Globe Awards, as well as the Cecil B. DeMille Award in 1994, the Screen Actors Guild Life Achievement Award in 1996, the Academy Honorary Award in 2002, the Kennedy Center Honors in 2005, the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2016, and the Honorary Cesar in 2019. In 2014, he was named by Time as one of the 100 most influential people in the world.
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Workshop | Learn Handsewing Techniques (Beginners Welcome!)


Participate in a class on learning to sew by hand using traditional handsewing techniques. For most of human history, people have created stuff from fabric and fibers by hand. Almost everything we can sew using a machine can be done by hand. It just takes a little more mindfulness, patience, time, and a few simple tools and techniques to begin. Participants will learn about the tools needed for handsewing, the various types of stitches used in hand sewing, the terminology, basic fabric information, and more. You will also get an opportunity to practice what you have learned in the class by sewing a small project that can be completed during these sessions. No prior experience necessary. No need to purchase anything. All materials will be provided for the class. Just come in and start your journey to becoming a sewist. Handsewing, sometimes called slow stitching, can be a mindful hobby that allows you to slowly create beautiful and quality items in our fast paced world. 
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Workshops, February 12, 2026, 02/12/2026, Learn Handsewing Techniques (Beginners Welcome!)

Gallery Talk | Abstract Expressionist Artist's Transformative Motifs


Discover a selection of panel paintings by Philip Guston from the late 1960s and early 1970s through an immersive viewing session with museum experts. The discussion explores how Guston’s work redefined motifs and interacted with the American cultural landscape, providing new insights and perspectives on this important phase of his career.
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Gallery Talks, February 12, 2026, 02/12/2026, Abstract Expressionist Artist's&nbsp;Transformative Motifs

Workshop | Learn the Ins & Outs of Instant Image Event Photography 


What if you could impress clients, wow guests, generate leads, and have your images edited and ready for online viewing—all before the event or wedding day has even ended? In this class you'll learn how instant image sharing is transforming the game for modern wedding and event photographers. Discover how to use real-time delivery tools to create unforgettable guest experiences, capture new leads on the spot, and offer a high-value add-on service that clients love and companies are looking for. We’ll cover the ideal gear, streamlined workflows, and how this approach significantly reduces your post-processing workload. Walk away with a strategy that will help you work more efficiently, grow your business, and free up your time to shoot more and edit less.  We will cover camera settings, on location lighting, upping your step and repeat game, receptions, conferences, fundraisers, and more. 
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Workshops, February 12, 2026, 02/12/2026, Learn the Ins & Outs of Instant Image Event Photography&nbsp;

Workshop | Explore Trans Experiences through Creative Writing & Zine-Making + Roundtable Discussion


Participate in a creative writing & zine workshop, followed by a roundtable discussion with Bel Olid, Eliot Duncan, and Leto Ybarra. 3:30-5:30pm: Creative Writing + Zine Workshop "Trans Bodies Across Time and Space!" During our two hours together, the group will use creative writing and collage to build a collective zine. Please bring along any visual materials—like photos, magazine cutouts, or art prints—that you find inspiring or would like to include in shared zine pages.  6:30pm: Roundtable discussion with Bel Olid, Eliot Duncan, and Leto Ybarra, followed by a reception
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Workshops, February 12, 2026, 02/12/2026, Explore Trans Experiences through Creative Writing & Zine-Making + Roundtable Discussion

Museums | Thursday Evenings at a Living Memorial Museum


Explore a museum dedicated to Holocaust remembrance, Jewish life, and education. View expansive galleries, survivor testimonies, and tens of thousands of artifacts. The museum also offers a theater, a genealogy center, an outdoor memorial, and a cafe.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Thu, Feb 12
4:00 pm
Free
Museumss, February 12, 2026, 02/12/2026, Thursday Evenings at a Living Memorial Museum

Talk | Explore the Transforming Art Landscape in the UAE


The talk explores the dramatic changes that happened after the 2006 announcement of plans for a Louvre and a Guggenheim museum in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates. In the decade between the museums' announcement and the opening of the Louvre Abu Dhabi in 2017, the ways artists worked changed as did the ways curators promoted their work, and the forms of arts organizations themselves shifted – taken together, the UAE case offers insight into how museum and artistic practice is shifting in the 21st century.
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Museums | Photography: Exploring the Power of the Image.


This museum is the world's leading institution dedicated to photography and visual culture. It was founded in 1974 to champion "concerned photography"--socially and politically minded images that can educate and change the world. Through its exhibitions, education programs, community outreach, and public programs, the museum offers an open forum for dialogue about the power of the image.
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Thu, Feb 12
5:00 pm
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Screening | Gargantua (2024): Short Film based on Renaissance Book by Francois Rabelais (+ Director Q&A)


Gargantua is a short film about a book by the 16th century monk, surgeon, and writer Francois Rabelais. The original novel was described by Voltaire as "the worst filth ever vomited up by a drunken monk." The film lives up to that giddy description and uses a different visual technique for every scene- from typewriter drawings to stop motion animation. The story of the original Gargantua and Pantagruel centers around two giants who devour armies and gobble knowledge as they explore the known and unknown world. But this film doesn't really tell that story. It does something else. Every frame of Gargantua was hand-made by Stephen Crowe, who is also to blame for the music. Featuring contributions from Stephen Fry, Jonathan Meades, Radhika Apte, and Sarah Perry. The screening will be followed by a Q&A with Director Stephen Crowe.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Thu, Feb 12
6:00 pm
Free
Screenings, February 12, 2026, 02/12/2026, Gargantua (2024): Short Film based on Renaissance Book by Francois Rabelais (+ Director Q&A)

Screening | Songs of Black Folk (2025): Short Documentary on New Era of Black Musicmakers (+ Filmmaker Q&A)


Songs of Black Folk, which made its world premiere at the 2025 Tribeca Film Festival, is a short documentary inspired by the largest gathering of black musical talent on a single stage in the Pacific Northwest, marking a new era for black artists on the meaningful backdrop of Juneteenth. Led by Ramon Bryant Braxton and Reverend Dr. Leslie Braxton, this extraordinary performance group establishes a new tradition, exciting both audiences and the next generation of Black artists. Inspired by this missionthis film captures and celebrates black talent in the Pacific Northwest and beyond. As Ramon so poignantly states, "I want these artists and audiences to be able to walk with their heads held high." This vision resonates throughout the film, which not only highlights the extraordinary talent of these musicians but also underscores the transformative power of music, faith, and community. Directors: Haley Watson & Justin Emeka
   New York City, NY; NYC
Thu, Feb 12
6:00 pm
Free
Screenings, February 12, 2026, 02/12/2026, Songs of Black Folk (2025): Short Documentary on New Era of Black Musicmakers (+ Filmmaker Q&A)

Film | Wuthering Heights (1939): Romantic Period Drama Film with Laurence Olivier


An immortal Hollywood adaptation of Emily Bronte's much-loved Victorian era novel - though only partly rendering the book's scope - is ranked by many as one of the best movies ever. Nominated for eight Academy Awards, the film captures the bleak, tempestuous atmosphere of the Yorkshire moors: the setting for the ill-fated love of Cathy and Heathcliff. Director: William Wyler Cast: Merle Oberon, Laurence Olivier, David Niven, Flora Robson, Donald Crisp Laurence Olivier was an English actor and director who dominated the British stage of the mid-20th century. He also worked in films throughout his career, playing more than fifty cinema roles. For his on-screen work, he received two Academy Awards, two British Academy Film Awards, five Emmy Awards, and three Golden Globe Awards. The National Theatre's largest auditorium is named in his honor, and he is commemorated in the Laurence Olivier Awards, given annually by the Society of London Theatre.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Thu, Feb 12
6:00 pm
Free
Films, February 12, 2026, 02/12/2026, Wuthering Heights (1939): Romantic Period Drama Film with Laurence Olivier

Book Discussion | Artist Tom Sachs Shares His New Book, Tom Sachs Guide  (+ Q&A and Signing)


Artist Tom Sachs shares his new book, Tom Sachs Guide, in conversation with the book’s contributors, Yeju Choi and Howie Kahn. A 21st-century creative force, Tom Sachs’s critically acclaimed practice spans sculpture, installation, painting, film, ceramics, and industrial design. Tom Sachs Guide is the definitive exploration of the inimitable New York-based artist’s prolific material, intellectual, cultural, and commercial output. In this exclusive event, Sachs, Choi and Kahn will offer insights into Sach’s creative process and studio practice, and share stories from the book about longstanding collaborations with Nike, immersive reinterpretations of NASA missions, and more.  Audience Q&A and book signing to follow.
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Book Discussions, February 12, 2026, 02/12/2026, Artist Tom Sachs Shares His New Book,&nbsp;Tom Sachs Guide&nbsp; (+ Q&A and Signing)

Discussion | Discover the life of Harlem Renaissance icon A'Lelia Walker with Emmy-winning journalist and NYT bestselling author A'Lelia Bundles (Online!) 


Journalist and author A’Lelia Bundles discusses the life and impact of A’Lelia Walker. Explore Walker’s influence on Harlem’s cultural scene, social circles, and artistic development during the Harlem Renaissance. The discussion, moderated by Allison Robinson, highlights rare personal artifacts and the legacies of this remarkable woman.
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Discussions, February 12, 2026, 02/12/2026, Discover the life of Harlem Renaissance icon A'Lelia Walker with Emmy-winning journalist and NYT bestselling author A'Lelia Bundles (Online!)&nbsp;

Classical Music | Eastern European Organ Works (In Person AND Online!) 


Organist Gail Archer and guest singers present an evening of Eastern European songs.
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Lecture | Expert Discusses Works by Edgar Degas & Impressionism


This talk by Eleanor Sypher will dive into the life of Edgar Degas (1834-1917). Degas kept somewhat aloof from the Impressionists, although he was in sympathy with their aim of breaking away from the academic style of art, nor did he paint outside. He was a superb draftsman in his modeling of the human form. Showing the interplay of light, shade, and movement; more than half of his works depict the ballet dancer. He represented figures in Parisian life and experimented in color and form with racehorses and nude women bathing; cultivating ideas from Japanese prints — off-center compositions and scenes of everyday life.
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Discussion | Fashion Experts & Innovators Discuss the Future of Fashion, Sustainability, & Technology


This conversation brings together fashion industry veterans and innovators who are directly shaping the intersection of fashion, sustainability, and technology. Together, they will explore how sustainability priorities have changed since the pandemic, examine where AI is delivering meaningful environmental progress--and where its influence remains more experimental than revolutionary--and share candid insights from inside the systems and supply chains driving today's fashion transformation. The fashion industry is navigating one of its most transformative periods in decades. From shifting definitions of sustainability to the disruptive rise of artificial intelligence, the rules that once guided fashion's relationship with people and the planet are rapidly evolving.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Thu, Feb 12
6:00 pm
Free
Discussions, February 12, 2026, 02/12/2026, Fashion Experts & Innovators Discuss the Future of Fashion, Sustainability, & Technology

Lecture | Free Black Communities in 19th-Century Manhattan (Online!) 


The program explores neighborhoods that supported Black-owned businesses, churches, and social institutions, tracing how these vibrant communities shaped cultural and social life before the movement of Black populations further uptown. Presented by a preservation educator, the discussion highlights an often-overlooked chapter in New York City history.
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Lectures, February 12, 2026, 02/12/2026, Free Black Communities in 19th-Century Manhattan (Online!)&nbsp;

Opening Reception | Monumental Still-Life Paintings Reimagining Matisse


An exhibition of large-scale still-life paintings that place contemporary practice in dialogue with European Modernism. Featuring acrylic, oil, and conté crayon works on linen, the presentation includes expansive reinterpretations of a 1915 Matisse still life alongside paintings of seasonal flowers. Across both bodies of work, the artist reworks historical compositions using personal objects, layered references, and an evolving palette shaped by modernist traditions.
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Opening Receptions, February 12, 2026, 02/12/2026, Monumental Still-Life Paintings Reimagining Matisse

Opening Reception | Process and Innovation in Contemporary Printmaking


An exhibition examining a landmark body of paper-based works by a major figure in contemporary art, presented alongside the tools and matrices used to create them. The show highlights an important expansion of printmaking practice through paper-pulp techniques, emphasizing collaboration and technical innovation.
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Opening Receptions, February 12, 2026, 02/12/2026, Process and Innovation in Contemporary Printmaking

Staged Reading | Mother Animal (Muttertier): Drama about Family Issues


The Goethe-Institut New York and Voyage Theater Company present the North American premiere of Leo Lorena Wyss' Mother Animal (Muttertier) within the Parts Unknown play reading series. Three siblings, one hospital room, and a lifetime of fish sticks and make-believe. For years, they have weathered their mother’s absence by reenacting Titanic—a cinematic echo of their own sinking home. But as they gather at her bedside once more, the games can no longer mask the truth. In this haunting exploration of role-reversal, the children who raised themselves must finally confront the legacy of a mother who struggled to stay afloat. Written by Leo Lorena Wyss. Translated by Neil Blackadder. Directed by Valentina Fratti.
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Staged Readings, February 12, 2026, 02/12/2026, Mother Animal (Muttertier): Drama about Family Issues

Screening | Persepolis (2007): animated masterpiece, a classic of francophone cinema


Persepolis (2007) is an adult animated biographical film. Alone at Orly Airport in Paris, Marjane "Marji" Satrapi prepares to board a plane to Tehran, but changes her mind at the last moment. She spends the whole day at the airport, reflecting on her life before her departure to France. Marjane Satrapi's film, based on her eponymous graphic novel, grapples with the ways in which Iranian people's lives have been impacted by repression and the realities of political dissidence, resistance, and community in the face of trauma. Satrapi's animated masterpiece is considered a classic in francophone cinema. Director: Marjane Satrapi & Vincent Paronnaud Cast: Chiara Mastroianni, Catherine Deneuve, Danielle Darrieux, Simon Abkarian, Gabriele Lopes
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Thu, Feb 12
6:30 pm
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Screenings, February 12, 2026, 02/12/2026, Persepolis (2007): animated masterpiece, a classic of francophone cinema

Book Discussion | Exploring the Concept of Infinity (Online!) 


Participate in an online book club discussion of A Guide to Infinity: Ten Mathematical Journeys. Discover how mathematicians explore infinity in everyday work and enjoy a fascinating journey into big ideas. 
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Book Discussions, February 12, 2026, 02/12/2026, Exploring the Concept of Infinity (Online!)&nbsp;

Author Reading | Pulitzer Prize Winner Forrest Gander Shares His Work


Enjoy a reading by Forrest Gander followed by a conversation with Associate Professor Dorothea Lasky, Writing. Forrest Gander is a writer, translator, and editor of several anthologies of writing from Spain and Mexico. He is the author of more than a dozen books, including Mojave Ghost; Twice Alive; Be With, which won the 2019 Pulitzer Prize and was longlisted for the 2018 National Book Award; and Core Samples from the World, a finalist for both the Pulitzer Prize and the National Book Critics Circle Award. Recently, Gander collaborated with the photographer Jack Shear to create the collection Knot. His other books include two novels, As A Friend and The Trace; the poetry collections Eye Against Eye, Torn Awake, Science & Steepleflower; and the essay collection Faithful Existence: Reading, Memory & Transcendence. Gander’s essays have appeared in The Nation, The Boston Review, and The New York Times Book Review. He is the recipient of fellowships from the Library of Congress, the National Endowment for the Arts, the Guggenheim, Howard, United States Artists, and Whiting Foundations.
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Author Readings, February 12, 2026, 02/12/2026, Pulitzer Prize Winner Forrest Gander Shares His Work

Discussion | Roundtable Talk on Sacred places, Memory, & Restoration


Experience a thought-provoking panel discussion examining the psychic, cultural, and spiritual significance of sacred places marked by violence, loss, and displacement. Participants: Pamela Cooper-White, leading scholar at the intersection of psychology, religion, and psychoanalysis Suleiman Ali Mourad, Myra M. Sampson Chair Professor of Religion and Middle East Studies, Smith College Diane O'Donoghue, art historian and psychoanalytic scholar Jane G. Tillman, board-certified clinical psychologist and psychoanalyst.
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Thu, Feb 12
6:30 pm
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Discussions, February 12, 2026, 02/12/2026, Roundtable Talk on Sacred places, Memory, & Restoration

Book Discussion | Once There Was a Town: Preserving Jewish Life After the Holocaust


Discover how Holocaust survivors recorded the lives, families, and communities lost in the war. Author Jane Ziegelman explores the remarkable yizkor books that preserve the memory of vanished towns and the resilience of Jewish cultural life.
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Book Discussions, February 12, 2026, 02/12/2026, Once There Was a Town: Preserving Jewish Life After the Holocaust

Concert | Afro-Cuban & Global Rhythms (Jazz, Folk, & Classical Music) with Award-Winning Musician


Taking its name from the word for heart in the Santeria religion, two-time JUNO Award winner OKAN fuses Afro-Cuban and other global rhythms with jazz, folk, and classical forms. Embracing genres and roles that historically have been dominated by men, co-leaders, composers, and multi-instrumentalists Elizabeth Rodriguez and Magdelys Savigne bring a fresh perspective to Latin and world jazz fusion through their powerful vocals, incredible musicianship, and potent lyrical content. Hot off their NPR Alt Latino Tiny Desk debut and a tour supporting Grammy winners Rodrigo y Gabriela, the Canadian-Cuban band delivers songs about immigration, resistance, and joy in Spanish, Yoruba, and Spanglish. GARO is a force in Cuban hip-hop, DJing, and music production who helped to shape Cuban rap's unique sound as a member of the pioneering group Doble Filo. Based in Brooklyn, he connects global grooves, from disco and house to island roots, spinning both vinyl and digital formats across NYC's vibrant music scene. GARO holds residencies at Brooklyn venues and regularly performs throughout the US and Latin America, bringing his signature blend of Caribbean sounds and dance-floor energy to diverse audiences.
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Thu, Feb 12
7:00 pm
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Concerts, February 12, 2026, 02/12/2026, Afro-Cuban & Global Rhythms (Jazz, Folk, & Classical Music) with Award-Winning Musician

Book Discussion | Award-Winning Journalists Discuss Their New Book, Miracle Children


Journalists Katie Benner and Erica L. Green discuss their new book, Miracle Children, speaking with education expert Dr. Chris Emdin. A riveting investigation into a school, a scam, and a notorious college admissions scandal that exposes the inequalities and racial segregation of American education, from two award-winning New York Times journalists. Gripping and illuminating, Miracle Children argues that the lesson of T.M. Landry is not that the school gamed the system but that it played by the rules--its abuses and deceptions the outcome of segregated schools, inequitable education, and the belief that elite colleges are the nation's last path to life-changing economic opportunity. Donations go to Design Your Future, Inc., which empowers high school students by providing hands-on learning, mentorship, and career-building opportunities that bridge the gap between school-based education and real-world employment.
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Book Discussions, February 12, 2026, 02/12/2026, Award-Winning Journalists Discuss Their New Book, Miracle Children

Poetry Reading | Award-Winning Poets Golden & Gbenga Adesina Share Their Work (+ Signing)


Experience a reading by Golden and Gbenga Adesina, hosted by NYU Creative Writing Professor Terrance Hayes. The event will conclude with a reception/signing with books for sale. Gbenga Adesina, a Nigerian poet and essayist, is the inaugural Mellon Postdoctoral Fellow in Global Black and Diasporic Poetry at the Furious Flower Poetry Center, James Madison University, and a Practitioner Fellow at Brown University. His debut book of poems, Death Does Not End At The Sea, was longlisted for the National Book Award.  Golden (they/them) is a Black gender-nonconforming photographer, author, and educator, author of A Dead Name That Learned How to Live, a Lambda Literary Award Finalist for Transgender Poetry, and Reprise.
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Poetry Readings, February 12, 2026, 02/12/2026, Award-Winning Poets&nbsp;Golden & Gbenga Adesina Share Their Work (+ Signing)

Performance | Multi-Award Winners Give Insights into Careers of Iconic Artists


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Thu, Feb 12
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Discussion | Music, Neuroscience, and the Science of Attraction


This Valentine's-themed discussion blends live jazz with neuroscience. The program explores how brains communicate through aggression, attraction, and cooperation. Drawing on research on betta fish, known for their dramatic fighting displays and unusual courtship rituals, the discussion examines how emotion and intent are signaled. Parallels emerge between neural circuits, animal behavior, and jazz improvisation. Through live music and conversation, the event reveals how communication unfolds within biological and musical constraints.
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Discussions, February 12, 2026, 02/12/2026, Music, Neuroscience, and the Science of Attraction

Festival | Celebrate Korea's Lunar New Year with Traditional Dance & Music


A celebration of Seollal, Korea's Lunar New Year, held in New York to welcome the new year. Guided by moonlight--the traditional object of wishes in Korean culture--the audience is invited into a world of traditional dance and music. From the first day of the New Year to the night when the first full moon rises, the journey of moonlight unfolds through court dances, folk dances, and folk songs imbued with wishes for peace and harmony.
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Thu, Feb 12
7:30 pm
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Festivals, February 12, 2026, 02/12/2026, Celebrate Korea's Lunar New Year with Traditional Dance & Music

Discussion | Hear from Young African American Creators


This event unites young African-American creators at the convergence of art, technology, science, and the humanities. This revolutionary panel explores XR immersion; AR integration; VR design and development; and AI collaboration in storytelling, visual design, and music creation. Through discussion and interactive demonstrations, creators reveal how emerging technologies bridge music and art, sound and visuals, imagination and innovation, blurring time and space. This transformative convergence expands understanding, nurtures creativity, and inspires growth, offering audiences fresh perspectives on the limitless possibilities of artistic expression. Panelists: Akeem Akil Cooper Julian Houston Kambaba King Willonius There are two ways to access this event: 1. General Admission, first-come first-served. Just show up! 2. Fast Track opening the Monday before the event at noon.
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Discussions, February 12, 2026, 02/12/2026, Hear from Young African American Creators

Classical Music | Internationally Revered Pianists Perform Works by Mozart, Rachmaninoff, & More


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Thu, Feb 12
7:30 pm
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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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Comedy Clubs, February 12, 2026, 02/12/2026, Standup Show

Museums | Friday at Pop Culture/Art Museum


Through temporary exhibitions, a growing permanent collection, and educational events, this museum examines the significant influence of posters on society and culture, and how they are adapted for modern use. As the first poster museum in the United States, it offers a space for inquiry for anyone interested in design, advertising, and public interventions, with the goal of enhancing design literacy among the general public. Works 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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Workshop | Clay Sculpture-Making (Part 1)


Enjoy a two-part sculpture workshop designed for adults interested in exploring sculpting with air-dry clay. Participants will have the opportunity to roll up their sleeves and start hand-building their own unique sculptures using all sorts of fun tools and techniques. Whether you follow our playful prompts or go totally freestyle, you'll leave with something truly one-of-a-kind. The first session will involve hand-building sculptures using a variety of tools.All materials will be provided, including clay, wood tools, paints, and brushes. No prior experience necessary, just bring your imagination!
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Workshops, February 13, 2026, 02/13/2026, Clay Sculpture-Making (Part 1)

Classical Music | Afternoon Bach


Take a momentary respite from a busy day to enjoy a selection of organ works by Johann Sebastian Bach in an intimate venue.
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12:20 pm
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Film | Monster's Ball (2001): Romantic Drama Film with Heath Ledger & Halle Berry


Hank Grotowski is a prison guard whose son, who works on the prison's death row, commits suicide. Grotowski spirals into depression until one night he helps Leticia Musgrove's injured son. When he dies, the couple are united by grief, but as their relationship develops, he learns he and his son were party to the execution of her husband. Director: Marc Forster Cast: Billy Bob Thornton, Heath Ledger, Halle Berry, Mos Def Heath Ledger was an Australian actor. Over the course of his career, Ledger was in 20 films in a variety of genres. He also produced and directed music videos. For his role in Brokeback Mountain, he received nominations for the BAFTA Award, Screen Actors Guild Award, Golden Globe Award, and the Academy Award for Best Actor, becoming the eighth-youngest nominee in the category at that time. A few months before his death, he had finished filming his role as the Joker in The Dark Knight; the performance brought him praise and popularity, and numerous posthumous awards, including the Academy Award, a BAFTA Award, a Golden Globe, a SAG Award, and a Critics' Choice Award, all for Best Supporting Actor. Halle Berry is an American actress. She began her career as a model and entered several beauty contests, before taking film roles. In 1999, she starred in the television film Introducing Dorothy Dandridge (1999), for which she won a Primetime Emmy Award and a Golden Globe Award. For her performance in Monster's Ball (2001), Berry became the only African-American woman to win the Academy Award for Best Actress, and the first woman of color. Berry took on high-profile roles such as Storm in four installments of the X-Men film series (2000-2014), Bond girl Jinx in Die Another Day (2002), and the title role in the cult-classic Catwoman (2004). She continued taking major roles in film, and made her directorial debut in 2020 with Bruised.
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Films, February 13, 2026, 02/13/2026, Monster's Ball (2001): Romantic Drama Film with Heath Ledger & Halle Berry

Film | Summer of Soul (...or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised) (2021): Documentary on the 1969 Harlem Cultural Festival


Documentary about the legendary 1969 Harlem Cultural Festival which celebrated African-American music and culture and promoted Black pride and unity. Director: Questlove
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Films, February 13, 2026, 02/13/2026, Summer of Soul (...or, When the Revolution Could Not Be Televised) (2021): Documentary on the 1969 Harlem Cultural Festival

Master Class | Learn the Ins & Outs of Drum Set Performance


Kendrick Scott--jazz drummer, bandleader, composer, and founder of the record label World Culture Music--imparts techniques and skills for drum set mastery.
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Concerts, February 13, 2026, 02/13/2026, Learn the Ins & Outs of Drum Set Performance

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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Workshops, February 13, 2026, 02/13/2026, Crafting Community: Work on Personal Projects & Make New Friends

Film | The Darkest Hour (2017): Biographical War Drama with Gary Oldman


In May 1940, the fate of World War II hangs on Winston Churchill, who must decide whetherto negotiate with Hitler or fight. Director: Joe Wright Cast: Gary Oldman, Kristin Scott Thomas, Lily James, Stephen Dillane Gary Oldman is an English actor and filmmaker who is known for his versatility and intense acting style. He has received various accolades, including an Academy Award, a Golden Globe Award, three British Academy Film Awards, and nominations for three Primetime Emmy Awards. His films have grossed over US$11 billion worldwide, making him one of the highest-grossing actors of all time.
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Jazz | Afternoon Jam Sesh (Play Music or Just Listen)


This jam session is open to all musicians. Come and play or just listen to some jazzy tunes.
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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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Gallery Talk | Expert Insights: Seeing Desire in Medieval Art


Museum experts examine depictions of the human figure in medieval works, and the talk discusses relationships, identity, and expression in history, uncovering new ways to engage with these powerful works of art.
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Gallery Talks, February 13, 2026, 02/13/2026, Expert Insights: Seeing Desire in Medieval Art

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.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Author Reading | Award-Winning Writers Share Their New Books (+ Signing)


Enjoy a reading by George Abraham, Kimberly Alidio, Joseph Lee, and Megha Majumdar, followed by a reception/signing with books for sale. George Abraham is a Palestinian American poet, performance artist, and writer, author of When the Arab Apocalypse Comes to America and Birthright, which won the Arab American Book Award and the Big Other Book Award in Poetry, and was a finalist for the Lambda Literary Award in Bisexual Poetry. He is also the author of the chapbooks al youm, and the specimen's apology. Kimberly Alidio is a historian, a literary writer, and a teacher. Her most recent publications are: Traceable Relation; Shared Discernments with Rebecca Teich; A Teaching Summer; “On Being Porous”; and Teeter (winner of the Nightboat Poetry Prize and the Lambda Literary Award). She has five books of poetry and poetic prose. Joseph Lee is an Aquinnah Wampanoag writer whose writing has been published in The Guardian, BuzzFeed News, Vox, Electric Literature, High Country News, and more. Megha Majumdar is the author of the novel A Guardian and a Thief, which is an Oprah’s Book Club pick, and a finalist for the Kirkus Prize, the American Library Association’s Andrew Carnegie Medal, and the National Book Award.
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Author Readings, February 13, 2026, 02/13/2026, Award-Winning Writers Share Their New Books (+ Signing)

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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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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Fri, Feb 13
5:00 pm
Free
Museumss, February 13, 2026, 02/13/2026, Friday Night Function at an Iconic Art Museum

Museums | Friday Evening at the Famous 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 cafe 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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Discussion | Explore Artistic Engagement with Real Water


From pools of water created by artists like Nancy Holt and Mary Miss in the 1970s, to Rebecca Belmore’s 2005 projection on water entitled Fountain, this talk charts an artistic lineage in which water operates as a medium for the creation of moving images. Artistic engagement with real water has generated new types of environmental images and new models of ecological relation, embodying an important alternative to journalistic modes of moving image representation in environmentalist contexts. The fluid “cinematic” works of this talk expand and reframe expectations about what art can or should do amidst environmental crises.
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6:00 pm
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Discussions, February 13, 2026, 02/13/2026, Explore Artistic Engagement with Real Water

Gallery Talk | Listening to the Rhythms of Gnawan Music


Join Samir LanGus for an exploration of Gnawan music, uncovering how tradition and improvisation intersect in this Moroccan musical practice. The talk highlights connections to the museum’s collection while offering insight into rhythm, sound, and cultural context.
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Gallery Talks, February 13, 2026, 02/13/2026, Listening to the Rhythms of Gnawan Music

Opening Reception | New Works Across a Range of Mediums by Emerging Artists 


An exhibition featuring new work by 35 artists working across a wide range of mediums. The presentation reflects sustained studio practice, research, and experimentation, highlighting diverse approaches to contemporary art within an urban context. 
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Forum | Publishing & Political Culture: Media Production & Radical Politics in 2026


Creative Publishing & Critical Journalism (CPCJ) at The New School for Social Research, in partnership with Woodbine Research Center, presents a discussion on political publishing and its publics. Writers and editors at the forefront of a growing wave of new leftist media production address the state of publishing, journalism, and political speech at a time of immense political and economic challenge, and possibilities for the future.
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Forums, February 13, 2026, 02/13/2026, Publishing & Political Culture: Media Production & Radical Politics in 2026

Gallery Talk | Shaping Stories and How We See Ourselves


Artist Deborah Roberts joins television writer and producer Mara Brock Akil for a public conversation exploring creativity, representation, and the power of storytelling across visual art and media. Drawing on Brock Akil's extensive career in television and film, the discussion reflects on cultural narratives and the ways stories shape how we see ourselves and others.
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Fri, Feb 13
6:00 pm
Free
Gallery Talks, February 13, 2026, 02/13/2026, Shaping Stories and How We See Ourselves

Classical Music | Modern & Contemporary Wind Works


This concert features a Bloomingdale faculty wind quintet (Justin Lee, flute, Elizabeth Hebert, oboe, Magdalena Garandza, clarinet, Atao Liu, bassoon, and Lisa Pike, horn)  in a program that highlights the connection between sound and physical motion, bringing together works that are rhythmically driven, expressively dynamic, and culturally vibrant. Program: Valerie Coleman (1970-) Umoja Alyssa Morris (1984-) Motion Paquito D’Rivera (1948-) Aires Tropicales
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Performance | Multi-Award Winners Give Insights into Careers of Iconic Artists


   New York City, NY; NYC
Fri, Feb 13
7:00 pm
Regular: $80
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Concert | Rhythm, Storytelling, & Crowd Connection with DJ Yup That's J.


DJ Yup That's J. curates the evening's vibe. A native New Yorker and lifelong performing artist, DJ Yup That's J. has been immersed in music and performance since childhood. With formal training from the TADA Youth Theatre, Professional Performing Arts School (Rosie's Theater Kids & Waterwell), Perry Mansfield, and the University of Michigan in Musical Theater, DJ That's J. brings a deep understanding of rhythm, storytelling, and crowd connection to every set. Blending technical skill with stage presence, their performances are rooted not only in experience and energy, but a true passion for the craft of music and live performance.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Fri, Feb 13
7:00 pm
Free
Concerts, February 13, 2026, 02/13/2026, Rhythm, Storytelling, & Crowd Connection with DJ Yup That's J.

Festival | Celebrate Korea's Lunar New Year with Traditional Dance & Music


A celebration of Seollal, Korea's Lunar New Year, held in New York to welcome the new year. Guided by moonlight--the traditional object of wishes in Korean culture--the audience is invited into a world of traditional dance and music. From the first day of the New Year to the night when the first full moon rises, the journey of moonlight unfolds through court dances, folk dances, and folk songs imbued with wishes for peace and harmony.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Fri, Feb 13
7:30 pm
Free
Festivals, February 13, 2026, 02/13/2026, Celebrate Korea's Lunar New Year with Traditional Dance & Music

Concert | Evening of Music Celebrate Black History Month (In Person AND Online!)


Manhattan School of Music's Black Student Union presents a diverse concert of pieces honoring Black History Month.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Fri, Feb 13
7:30 pm
Free
Concerts, February 13, 2026, 02/13/2026, Evening of Music Celebrate Black History Month (In Person AND Online!)

Classical Music | Modern & Contemporary Ensemble Works by Ligeti and More


Experience groundbreaking premieres and visionary works that push the boundaries of New Music today and tomorrow, performed by Mannes American Composers Ensemble. Conductor: David Fulmer Program: Matthias Pintscher (1971-) Verzeichnete Spur (New York Premiere) Kari Watson (1998-) Oscillations (New York Premiere) Rand Steiger (1957-) Liminalities (New York Premiere) György Ligeti (1923-2006) Lux Aeterna Full program to be announced.
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Concerts, February 13, 2026, 02/13/2026, Modern & Contemporary Ensemble Works by Ligeti and More

Concert | Multi-Band Rock Show (In Person AND Online!)


Get ready for a high-heat feast of sound from Val Inc. aka Val Jeanty, Mike Rivard's Club d'Elf, Michael Gregory Jackson, Felice Rosser's Faith NYC and Miss Olithea & J Bubble with resident SmokeHouse MC LaRonda Davis setting the table. Together, they'll serve up a soul-soaked stew of molten, glacial, spacial, oceanic, mythic, antiphonal, and telepathic flavors--served sizzling hot to tickle your ears and move your feet. To make things extra tasty, Lincoln Center is picking up the tab. That's right--this one's on the house and free for The People. There are three ways to access this event: 1. General Admission, first-come first-served. Just show up! 2. Fast Track opening the Monday before the event at noon. 3. The event will also be streamed live for on the linked web page.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Fri, Feb 13
7:30 pm
Free
Concerts, February 13, 2026, 02/13/2026, Multi-Band Rock Show (In Person AND Online!)

Classical Music | Piano Works by Debussy, Chopin, Liszt, Prokofiev, & More


Mannes piano musicians' performance of works of the night, curated by Vladimir Valjarevic. These pieces are works by Debussy, Poulenc, Felix Mendelssohn, Field, Chopin, Liszt, Schumann, Beach, Crumb, Khasanova, Prokofiev, and Liebermann.
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Fri, Feb 13
7:30 pm
Free
Concerts, February 13, 2026, 02/13/2026, Piano Works by Debussy, Chopin, Liszt, Prokofiev, & More

Workshop | Central Park Running Session (All Levels Welcome)


If you prefer not to run alone or are looking to improve your running performance, you can run with a club! Open to runners of all levels. Weekly changed routes through the park. Coaches, training, running company and inspiration!
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Workshop | Community Park 5K Run with New York Road Runners


New york Road Runners host a 5K community-led run,open to runners and walkers of all ages, abilities, and experience levels. Evidence of Inwood Hill Park’s formation exists as caves, valleys, and ridges left as the result of shifting glaciers. Evidence of its uninhabited state afterward remains as its forest and salt marsh (the last natural one in Manhattan), and evidence of its use by Native Americans continues to be discovered. Most of the park was largely untouched by wars and development. The park features a hiking trail and the Hudson River Bike Trail, and is one of the best places in NYC to spot a bald eagle. It also includes athletic fields, playgrounds, dog runs, and a barbecue area. The course is three loops on hilly trails and walkways through woods and along a salt marsh.
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8:45 am
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Workshops, February 14, 2026, 02/14/2026, Community Park 5K Run with New York Road Runners

Dance Performance | Swords Take the Stage


This anticipated 40th annual performance series kicks off with a full showcase of participating troupes performing traditional English-style sword dancing. Founded in 1986, the festival is the oldest event in North America dedicated to this art form. Expect energetic rapper dancing, regal longsword displays, complex sword formations, and live folk music.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Sat, Feb 14
10:00 am
Free
Dance Performances, February 14, 2026, 02/14/2026, Swords Take the Stage

Museums | Jewish History: Centuries of Art


As one of the largest collections of art in Jewish culture globally, the venue features an extensive array of historical Jewish artifacts as well as modern and contemporary art.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Film | The Mountain between Us (2017): Survival Drama with Idris Elba & Kate Winslet


Two strangers embark on a dangerous trek to safety after their chartered flight crashes on a remote snowy mountain in Utah. Along the way, the pair begin to develop feelings for each other as they try to stay alive and get back to civilization. Director: Hany Abu-Assad Cast: Idris Elba, Kate Winslet, Dermot Mulroney, Beau Bridges Idris Elba is an English actor and rapper who has received a Golden Globe Award as well as nominations for three BAFTA Awards and six Emmy Awards. He was named in the Time 100 list of the Most Influential People in the World in 2016. His films have grossed over $9.8 billion at the global box office, making him one of the top 20 highest-grossing actors. In 2025, Elba was named as the UK's ninth-most influential Black person in the 2026 Powerlist. English actor Kate Winslet is known for playing strong, complicated women, especially in period films. She's won an Academy Award, a Grammy Award, two Primetime Emmy Awards, five BAFTA Awards, and five Golden Globes. In both 2009 and 2021, Time magazine named Winslet one of the 100 most influential people in the world. In 2012, she was appointed Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) in 2012.
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Films, February 14, 2026, 02/14/2026, The Mountain between Us (2017): Survival Drama with Idris Elba & Kate Winslet

Workshop | Creating 3D Collages from Art and Architecture


Experiment with color, perspective, and composition to transform images from a world-renowned collection into your own 3D architectural photo collages. This hands-on session invites participants to bend and reshape environments in imaginative ways.
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Workshop | Drop-in Drawing: Medieval Inspirations


Discover the joy of sketching with guidance from expert teaching artists. Explore creative drawing challenges inspired by centuries-old art and architecture, and bring your vision to life on paper. Materials provided.
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Workshops, February 14, 2026, 02/14/2026, Drop-in Drawing: Medieval Inspirations

Dance Performance | Steel in Motion


This performance showcases energetic rapper dancing, rhythmic stepping, intricate woven sword patterns, and live folk music. Established in 1986, it is the oldest festival of its kind in North America.
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Film | Respect (2021): Aretha Franklin Biopic with Jennifer Hudson


Following the rise of Aretha Franklin's career from a child singing in her father's church's choir to her international superstardom, 'Respect' is the remarkable true story of the music icon's journey to find her voice. Director: Liesl Tommy Cast: Jennifer Hudson, Forest Whitaker, Marlon Wayans, Audra McDonald, Marc Maron, Tituss Burgess, Mary J. Blige Jennifer Hudson is an American singer, actress, and talk show host. Throughout her career, she has received various accolades for her works in recorded music, film, television, and theater. Hudson became the youngest woman and second African-American woman to receive all four of the major American entertainment awards: Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony (EGOT). She also received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2013. Time named her one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2020.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Sat, Feb 14
2:00 pm
Free
Films, February 14, 2026, 02/14/2026, Respect (2021): Aretha Franklin Biopic with Jennifer Hudson

Jazz | Afternoon Jam Sesh (Play Music or Just Listen)


This jam session is open to all musicians. Come and play or just listen to some jazzy tunes.
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Concerts, February 14, 2026, 02/14/2026, Afternoon Jam Sesh (Play Music or Just Listen)

Film | Alfred Hitchcock's Vertigo (1958): Psychological Thriller Starring James Stewart


A retired cop, afflicted with acrophobia, agrees to shadow the wife of an old acquaintance, who fears that she may be suicidal. Director: Alfred Hitchcock Cast: James Stewart, Kim Novak, Barbara Bel Geddes Tom Helmore, Henry Jones Alfred Hitchcock was an English filmmaker who is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in the history of cinema. In a career spanning six decades, he directed over 50 feature films, many of which are still widely watched and studied today. Known as the "Master of Suspense," he became as well known as any of his actors thanks to his many interviews, his cameo roles in most of his films, and his hosting and producing the television anthology Alfred Hitchcock Presents (1955-65). His films garnered 46 Academy Award nominations, including six wins, although he never won the award for Best Director despite five nominations. James Stewart was an American actor known for his distinctive drawl and everyman screen persona. Stewart's film career spanned 80 films from 1935 to 1991. With the strong morality, which he portrayed both on and off the screen, he epitomized the "American ideal" in the mid-twentieth century. In 1999, the American Film Institute (AFI) ranked him third on its list of the greatest American male actors. He received numerous honors including the AFI Life Achievement Award in 1980, the Kennedy Center Honor in 1983, as well as the Academy Honorary Award and Presidential Medal of Freedom, both in 1985.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Sat, Feb 14
2:00 pm
Free
Films, February 14, 2026, 02/14/2026, Alfred Hitchcock's Vertigo (1958): Psychological Thriller Starring James Stewart

Tour | Weekend Guided Museum Walk: Explore Art, History, and Collections, which feature Goya, Velazquez, El Greco, and more.


Join these guided tours every Friday and Saturday at 2 PM to explore a museum's history, special collections, and landmarked spaces. Led by educators, the tours last 45-60 minutes and provide an engaging introduction to the artworks and archives on view.
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Tours, February 14, 2026, 02/14/2026, Weekend Guided Museum Walk: Explore Art, History, and Collections, which feature Goya, Velazquez, El Greco, and more.

Festival | Celebrate Korea's Lunar New Year with Traditional Dance & Music


A celebration of Seollal, Korea's Lunar New Year, held in New York to welcome the new year. Guided by moonlight--the traditional object of wishes in Korean culture--the audience is invited into a world of traditional dance and music. From the first day of the New Year to the night when the first full moon rises, the journey of moonlight unfolds through court dances, folk dances, and folk songs imbued with wishes for peace and harmony.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Sat, Feb 14
3:00 pm
Free
Festivals, February 14, 2026, 02/14/2026, Celebrate Korea's Lunar New Year with Traditional Dance & Music

Dance Performance | Blades & Steps: The Art of Sword Dance


This performance is part of the 40th annual festival, showcasing English-style sword dancing traditions by multiple troupes. Audiences can expect dynamic movement, intricate sword formations, and live folk music. Established in 1986, the festival is the oldest event in North America devoted to this art form.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Sat, Feb 14
3:30 pm
Free
Dance Performances, February 14, 2026, 02/14/2026, Blades & Steps: The Art of Sword Dance

Discussion | Death Cafe Discussion Group


An informal, group-directed discussion of death with no agenda, objectives or themes. The purpose of Death Cafe is "to increase awareness of death with a view to helping people make the most of their (finite) lives." This is a discussion group rather than a grief support or counseling session.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:30 pm
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Classical Music | Serene Organ Meditations in Intimate Venue


Enjoy a program of hymns, anthems, and voluntaries for the organ.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
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Concerts, February 14, 2026, 02/14/2026, Serene Organ Meditations in Intimate Venue

Classical Music | Cosmic Works by J.S. Bach, Debussy, Ravel, Zimmer, & More


Enjoy a performance by the Manhattan School of Music's Lyra Society, featuring works by Bach, Part, Debussy, Ravel, Tse, Richter, Pepin, Zimmer, and Goransson.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Sat, Feb 14
7:00 pm
Free
Concerts, February 14, 2026, 02/14/2026, Cosmic Works by J.S. Bach, Debussy, Ravel, Zimmer, & More

Concert | Internationally Acclaimed Musician Stephan Said


This Valentine's Day, enjoy a powerful soundtrack from Stephan Said, the internationally acclaimed musician, writer, and activist. His songs have helped spark and sustain social justice movements around the globe, and Billboard has called him "this generation's Woody Guthrie." Featured by The New York Times, BBC, NPR, TIME, NBC, Said is also the host and cofounder of Borderless, a global movement, docuseries, and platform fueling a pop-culture revolution for a better world. Join us for a very special evening as Stephan Said brings songs of universal and romantic love from across the world to the stage.
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Concerts, February 14, 2026, 02/14/2026, Internationally Acclaimed Musician Stephan Said

Concert | Valentine's DJ Set with DJ Tali


This Valentine's Night, DJ Tali heats up the evening with 15+ years of experience behind the decks and a deep love for all genres of music. With roots in Long Island, DJ Tali focuses on reading the room and shaping a soundtrack that feels effortless, elevated, and genuinely fun. His motivation is simple: seeing people happy--so the energy stays warm, the transitions stay smooth, and the vibe stays right. Expect a thoughtfully researched mix with no limits, designed to complement this special night and keep the vibe right.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Sat, Feb 14
7:00 pm
Free
Concerts, February 14, 2026, 02/14/2026, Valentine's DJ Set with DJ Tali

Party | Dance to R&B and Rap Love Songs for Valentine's Day


Give in to the beat, grab your bae, and roll out for a DJ dance set of modern R&B and classic rap love songs, curated by the Mixtape Assassin J.PERIOD playing Cupid on the wheels of steel. From the early days of Whodini and LL to The Pharcyde and Tribe, from Lil' Kim and Mary J., all the way up to J. Cole and Drake, Hip-Hop and love songs have gone together like Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell. Many of the genre's toughest artists--50 Cent, Notorious B.I.G., Big Pun--scored some of their biggest hits with seductive tracks such as "21 Questions," "Loving You Tonight," and "I Don't Want to Be a Player No More." There are two ways to access this event: 1. General Admission, first-come first-served. Just show up! 2. Fast Track opening the Monday before the event at noon.
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Sat, Feb 14
7:30 pm
Free
Partys, February 14, 2026, 02/14/2026, Dance to R&B and Rap Love Songs for Valentine's Day

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. Works explore: mass communication and persuasion the intersection of art and commerce control of the public domain
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Museums | Family Art-Making and Gallery Activities


Spend your Sunday at a museum with free talks, art-making workshops, storytimes, and family gallery tours. Designed for visitors of all ages, these Sunday sessions offer a welcoming space to explore art and creativity together. 
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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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Sun, Feb 15
11:00 am
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Museumss, February 15, 2026, 02/15/2026, Tiffany Glass and Other Exhibitions

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.
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Park Walk | Women's Walk in the Park


This group brings together women from all walks of life to bond, exercise, and embrace the beauty of their surroundings. Hundreds of women of all different ages and backgrounds meet to simply go for a walk in Central Park. About 80% of the women show up alone, so feel free to give it a try! Walk locations sometimes change, so make sure to check the group's Instagram page @citygirlswhowalk stories the day before and on Sunday to confirm the meet/walk spot. You are welcome to bring your leashed dog.
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12:00 pm
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Workshop | Metalsmithing: The Art Behind the Objects


Discover how works of art were made through hands-on demonstrations that highlight tools, materials, and historical techniques. Educators, conservators, and artists lead interactive sessions that invite visitors of all ages to explore craft, process, and experimentation. Demonstrations repeat every 30 minutes, offering opportunities for conversation and close engagement throughout the afternoon.
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1:00 pm
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Jazz | Afternoon Jam Sesh (Play Music or Just Listen)


This jam session is open to all musicians. Come and play or just listen to some jazzy tunes.
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Sun, Feb 15
2:00 pm
Free
Concerts, February 15, 2026, 02/15/2026, Afternoon Jam Sesh (Play Music or Just Listen)

Workshop | Creative Writing Session: Practice the Craft


Become a better writer! Sutiable for all levels. Writing exercises Personal attention Peer Workshop Guest Lectures
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Cabaret | Frank Sinatra Tribute at Iconic Cabaret Venue


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Sun, Feb 15
4:00 pm
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Concerts, February 15, 2026, 02/15/2026, Frank Sinatra Tribute at Iconic Cabaret Venue

Classical Music | Serene Organ Meditations in Intimate Venue


Enjoy a program of hymns, anthems, and voluntaries for the organ.
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Concerts, February 15, 2026, 02/15/2026, Serene Organ Meditations in Intimate Venue

Classical Music | NYT -Celebrated Violinist Performs Baroque Works by J.S. Bach & More


Lauded performer Kelly Hall-Tompkins, celebrated by the New York Times as 2017 "New Yorker of the Year" presents solo violin works. Program: Melchior Vulpius (c. 1570-1615) Jesus sprach zu den Blinden J.S. Bach (1685-1750) Cantata 127 "Herr Jesu Christ, wahr' Mensch und Gott" Michael Praetorius (1571-1621) Meine Seele erhebt den Herrn J.S. Bach (1685-1750) Orchestral Suite no. 3 in D Major, BWV 1068: III. Gavottes I-II
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Sun, Feb 15
5:00 pm
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Concerts, February 15, 2026, 02/15/2026, NYT -Celebrated Violinist Performs Baroque Works by J.S. Bach & More

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.
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Sun, Feb 15
5:00 pm
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Museumss, February 15, 2026, 02/15/2026, Historical and Modern Design Spanning Centuries

Classical Music | Baroque Organ Works by J.S. Bach & More in a Beautiful Church


Organist Aurelien Fillion performs three pieces by Baroque composers. Program: Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750) Piece d'orgue, BWV 572 Johann Adam Reincken (1643-1722) An Wasserflussen Babylon Dietrich Buxtehude (c. 1637-1707) Praeludium in G minor, BuxWV 149 in G minor
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Sun, Feb 15
5:15 pm
Free
Concerts, February 15, 2026, 02/15/2026, Baroque Organ Works by J.S. Bach & More in a Beautiful Church

Classical Music | Piano Works by Couperin, Messiaen, Debussy, & More


Enjoy music by Louis Couperin, Debussy, Takemitsu, Messiaen, and George Crumb--performed by Mannes pianists.
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Sun, Feb 15
7:30 pm
Free
Concerts, February 15, 2026, 02/15/2026, Piano Works by Couperin, Messiaen, Debussy, & More

Museums | Exploring Art, History, and Global Cultures in a Landmark Museum


Spend time exploring a world-renowned collection spanning centuries of art, design, and cultural history. From ancient artifacts to iconic masterpieces, these galleries invite slow looking, discovery, and reflection across works that connect global traditions, artistic innovation, and human stories.
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Workshop | The Fundamentals of Portrait Photography


Attend an exploration of the core elements that make a compelling portrait. This session covers the theory behind portraiture, focusing on how to use shapes and posing to create stronger compositions. The group will also discuss the power of simple lighting and how to achieve professional results with a minimal setup. Whether you are new to the genre or looking to refine your approach, this session will provide a clear look at the essentials of photographing people.
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Workshops, February 16, 2026, 02/16/2026, The Fundamentals of Portrait Photography

Workshop | Fiber/Textile Arts Meetup


Are you a knitter? Do you like to crochet? Maybe you like a different type of fiber art? Whichever it is, bring your supplies and lose yourself in the meditative world of creating art with fiber. Invite your friends, or make new connections there. This is a meet-up, not a class.
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Workshops, February 16, 2026, 02/16/2026, Fiber/Textile Arts Meetup

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.
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Festival | Evening Light and Sound Experience


Until February 17th, explore a unique light-and-sound installation after dark. Enjoy the vibrant city energy, with entertainment and special offers from local businesses, turning your visit into a full evening out.
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Museums | Explore Memorial Museum and Reconnect with History


Reconnect with the feeling of community and cohesion that blanketed our city and nation in the wake of 9/11. This is a monument to human dignity, courage, and sacrifice, this museum honors the nearly 3,000 people killed in the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001 and February 26, 1993, recognizes the courage of those who survived, and salutes those who risked their lives to help others.
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Museumss, February 16, 2026, 02/16/2026, Explore Memorial Museum and Reconnect with History

Talk | Ask a Mathematician Anything! (Online!)


Join Dr. Arthur Benjamin for a one-hour interactive online session. Bring your questions about math, ideas, or curious concepts, and hear Dr. Benjamin share insights from his work as a mathematician, magician, NYT bestselling author, and TED speaker with over 50 million views.
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Talks, February 16, 2026, 02/16/2026, Ask a Mathematician Anything! (Online!)

Classical Music | Large Chorus Performs Gospel and More at a Landmark Venue


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Mon, Feb 16
7:00 pm
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Workshop | Retro Music Dance Fitness


Come dance to classic pop tunes: Top 40, Disco, Electronic and more! This class is 45 minutes of peppy beats to enhance your cardio conditioning. A low-impact and fun workout; it is open to any fitness level. Let's dance away blue Monday! Instructor: Patricia Collins
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Workshops, February 16, 2026, 02/16/2026, Retro Music Dance Fitness

Classical Music | Grammy-Winning Reed Quartet Performs Gershwin & More


The recent Grammy Award-winning Akropolis Reed Quintet, "a sonically daring ensemble who specializes in performing new works with charisma and integrity" (BBC Music Magazine), performs a series of works from various musical periods. Program: George Gershwin (1898-1937) (arr. Raaf Hekkema) An American in Paris Harriet Steinke Mass New York Premiere Selection of African American spirituals
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Mon, Feb 16
7:30 pm
Free
Concerts, February 16, 2026, 02/16/2026, Grammy-Winning Reed Quartet Performs Gershwin & More

Author Reading | Pulitzer Prize-Winning Author Shares Her Book, Fear and Fury


A reading and conversation with Heather Ann Thompson, author of Fear and Fury. In this masterful, groundbreaking work, Pulitzer Prize-winning author Heather Ann Thompson shines surprising new light on an infamous 1984 New York subway shooting that would unveil simmering racial resentments and would lead, in unexpected ways, to a fractured future and a new era of rage and violence. Drawing from never-before-seen archival materials, legal files, and more, Heather Ann Thompson narrates the Bernie Goetz Subway shootings and their decades-long reverberations, while deftly recovering the lives of the boys whom too many decided didn't matter. Fear and Fury is the remarkable account and a searing indictment of a crucial turning point in American history.
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Author Readings, February 16, 2026, 02/16/2026, Pulitzer Prize-Winning Author Shares Her Book, Fear and Fury

Workshop | Central Park Running Session (All Levels Welcome)


If you prefer not to run alone or are looking to improve your running performance, you can run with a club! Open to runners of all levels. Weekly changed routes through the park. Coaches, training, running company and inspiration!
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Workshops, February 17, 2026, 02/17/2026, Central Park Running&nbsp;Session (All Levels Welcome)

Workshop | Adult Zumba


Featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography. Work on your balance, coordination and range of motion.
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Workshop | Learn how to Play Indigenous Games from the Americas


Games play an essential role in Native community life. In this interactive program, Museum Educators introduce traditional Indigenous games from across the Americas. Participants will learn the cultural significance of each game and how to play them. The program is active, hands-on, and welcoming to all ages.
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Classical Music | Afternoon Bach


Take a momentary respite from a busy day to enjoy a selection of organ works by Johann Sebastian Bach in an intimate venue.
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12:20 pm
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Concerts, February 17, 2026, 02/17/2026, Afternoon Bach

Performance | Contemporary Ice Skating Showcase in Midtown


Enjoy a lunchtime performances that bring contemporary choreography to an outdoor ice setting. Featuring solo and duet works by acclaimed skaters and choreographers, the programs transform the ice into a stage for expressive, site-responsive movement.
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12:35 pm
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Performances, February 17, 2026, 02/17/2026, Contemporary Ice Skating Showcase in Midtown

Film | Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018): Animated Superhero Blockbuster with All-Star Cast


Teen Miles Morales becomes the Spider-Man of his universe and must join with five spider-powered individuals from other dimensions to stop a threat for all realities. Directors: Bob Persichetti, Peter Ramsey, Rodney Rothman Cast: Shameik Moore, Jake Johnson, Hailee Steinfeld, Mahershala Ali, Brian Tyree Henry, Lily Tomlin, Luna Lauren Velez, John Mulaney, Kimiko Glenn
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Films, February 17, 2026, 02/17/2026, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018): Animated Superhero Blockbuster with All-Star Cast

Classical Music | Modern Choral Works in a Historic Venue


Choral intertwine from LaGuardia High School, with organist Jameson Knable, performs a series of Modern pieces. Program: Rosephanye Powell (1962-) To sit and dream Wilbur Belton Oh give thanks Andre Thomas (1952-) Rockin Jerusalem Moses Hogan (1957-2003) Only what you do for Christ will last Moses Hogan (1957-2003) Go down Moses James Hall (1971-) Sovereign Kevin Levar (1977-) Safety
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Concerts, February 17, 2026, 02/17/2026, Modern Choral Works in a Historic Venue

Talk | Explore the Creative Movement of Muslim Futurism


This talk introduces Muslim futurism as a creative movement that uses fashion, art, and imagination to envision new ways of being, believing, and belonging. Drawing on her work as a scholar-artist, Reyhab Patel's talk will explore how everyday acts like getting dressed can become meaningful expressions of faith, identity, and future-making. Through visual culture and storytelling, this talk invites audiences to see Muslim futurism not as speculation alone, but as a lived and creative practice that imagines what comes next. Introduction by Romana Mirza, Assistant Professor, Fashion Management & Social Justice, School of Fashion, Parsons School of Design, The New School.
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Talks, February 17, 2026, 02/17/2026, Explore the Creative Movement of Muslim Futurism

Workshop | Mah Jongg & More


A dedicated group of adult American Mah Jongg enthusiasts for friendly and informal games, or try your hand at other card and board games. Make friends and catch up with neighbors. Sets, cards, and games provided, or bring your own.
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Master Class | Learn the Ins & Outs of Great Flute Performance


Joanna G’froerer, Principal Flute with Canada's National Arts Centre Orchestra, imparts skills and techniques for flute mastery.
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Concerts, February 17, 2026, 02/17/2026, Learn the Ins & Outs of Great Flute Performance

Film | The Surfer (2024): Psychological Thriller with Nicolas Cage


In this psychological thriller, a man returns to the idyllic beach of his childhood to surf with his son. But his desire to hit the waves is thwarted by a group of locals whose mantra is “don’t live here, don’t surf here.” Humiliated and angry, the man is drawn into a conflict that keeps rising in concert with the punishing heat of the summer and pushes him to his breaking point. Director: Lorcan Finnegan Cast: Nicolas Cage, Julian McMahon, Nic Cassim, Miranda Tapsell Nicolas Cage is an American actor and film producer. Born into the Coppola family, he is the recipient of various accolades, including an Academy Award, a Screen Actors Guild Award, and a Golden Globe Award.
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Films, February 17, 2026, 02/17/2026, The Surfer (2024): Psychological Thriller with Nicolas Cage

Gallery Talk | The Journey of a Renaissance Masterpiece


Explore the modern history of the Mantuan Roundel with museum experts, tracing its rediscovery and acquisition. The talk highlights how scholarship, connoisseurship, and collecting practices shape the life of a Renaissance work of art, offering new insights and behind-the-scenes stories.
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Gallery Talks, February 17, 2026, 02/17/2026, The Journey of a Renaissance Masterpiece

Book Club | Discussion of Beloved by Toni Morrison


Discuss the classic novel Beloved by Toni Morrison. Synopsis: Sethe was born a slave and escaped to Ohio, but eighteen years later she is still not free. Sethe has too many memories of Sweet Home, the beautiful farm where so many hideous things happened. And Sethe’s new home is haunted by the ghost of her baby, who died nameless and whose tombstone is engraved with a single word: Beloved.
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Discussion | Scholar Discusses Ancient Monuments in Ottoman Greece


Alessia Zambon, of the University of Versailles Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines discusses her project, "Western travelers, local emissaries and ancient monuments in Ottoman Greece (1784–1834)." Her research focuses on the explorations and acquisitions of antiquities by western travelers and local emissaries in Southern Italy, the Ottoman Empire and Greece in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries and on the history of collections in Europe.
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Discussions, February 17, 2026, 02/17/2026, Scholar Discusses Ancient Monuments in Ottoman Greece

Film | Brokeback Mountain (2005): Neo-Western Romantic Drama with Heath Ledger & Jake Gyllenhaal


A ranch hand and rodeo cowboy meet on a ranch in Wyoming. Their relationship becomes complicated as they get married and start their own families. Director: Ang Lee Cast: Heath Ledger, Jake Gyllenhaal, Linda Cardellini, Anna Faris, Anne Hathaway, Michelle Williams, Randy Quaid Heath Ledger was an Australian actor. Over the course of his career, Ledger was in 20 films in a variety of genres. He also produced and directed music videos. For his role in Brokeback Mountain, he received nominations for the BAFTA Award, Screen Actors Guild Award, Golden Globe Award, and the Academy Award for Best Actor, becoming the eighth-youngest nominee in the category at that time. A few months before his death, he had finished filming his role as the Joker in The Dark Knight; the performance brought him praise and popularity, and numerous posthumous awards, including the Academy Award, a BAFTA Award, a Golden Globe, a SAG Award, and a Critics' Choice Award, all for Best Supporting Actor. Jake Gyllenhaal is an American actor. For his role in Brokeback Mountain, he won a BAFTA Award and was nominated for an Academy Award. Gyllenhaal has performed on stage on the West End and Broadway, receiving a nomination for the Tony Award for Best Actor in a Play. Aside from acting, he is vocal about political and social issues.
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Films, February 17, 2026, 02/17/2026, Brokeback Mountain (2005): Neo-Western Romantic Drama with&nbsp;Heath Ledger &&nbsp;Jake Gyllenhaal

Book Discussion | Interdisciplinary Artst Shares His New Book about COntemporary Art


Margot Bouman in conversation with Isaiah Winters about her new book, Sampling and Site-Specific Practice in Contemporary Art. Samples take many forms: quotations of other cultural works; replicas of other objects; reenactments of works by other artists; or fragments that are quite literally cut or removed from other works of art, design, or media. This discussion will excavate the shared frameworks of meaning that underpin the multifaceted, multidimensional and medium-fluid works that result.
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Book Discussions, February 17, 2026, 02/17/2026, Interdisciplinary Artst Shares His New Book about COntemporary Art

Concert | Intimate Guitar Set Blending Brazilian Music and Jazz


An acclaimed guitarist returns with an intimate set that weaves together Brazilian classics, jazz standards, and original compositions. This performance marks his debut in the concert series after a widely praised appearance last season. Enjoy a free drink at this hour-long weeknight concert, then mingle with the musicians and fellow attendees after the show. Note: Doors open at 5:30 PM, music at 6 PM.
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Tue, Feb 17
5:30 pm
Free
Concerts, February 17, 2026, 02/17/2026, Intimate Guitar Set Blending Brazilian Music and Jazz

Talk | Learn about Antisemitism & Video Games


Hear a fascinating discussion by Jewish Studies scholar Joshua Lambert on his research on antisemitism and violence in online games. For almost half a century, popular, commercial video games have made it the player’s task to kill Nazis. Why did Jewish characters not appear as victims, Allied soldiers, or resistance fighters in such games throughout the 1980s, 1990s, and 2000s, and why did they begin appearing in those roles, suddenly, in the mid-2010s? It was only after Quentin Tarantino’s film Inglourious Basterds (2009) that commercial game developers began to include Jews and Jewishness prominently in their Nazi-killing simulators. Examining entries in the Wolfenstein series, and touching briefly on Call of Duty: WWII, this talk demonstrates Tarantino’s singular and not necessarily salutary influence on video games, and explains one unsettling way that Jewishness figures in the most popular contemporary cultural medium.
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Book Discussion | Author & Journalist Svetlana Satchkova Shares Her New Novel, The Undead


Experience a book talk by Svetlana Satchkova about her new novel,  The Undead: A Novel of Modern Russia. Svetlana Satchkova is a Russian-born journalist and novelist who immigrated to the United States in 2016. She covers culture and politics, with bylines in the Rumpus, Newsweek, LARB, the Independent, and others. In this darkly funny and emotionally resonant novel of contemporary Russia, a young filmmaker unexpectedly finds herself targeted by an authoritarian regime—despite her best efforts to stay out of politics. The Undead is a layered and sharply observant portrait of an artist caught in the machinery of state power, and the choices one faces in a system where even indifference can be dangerous.  When Maya, a young Russian filmmaker, makes a low-budget horror movie, it seems like a promising start to her indie film career. But her jokey lo-fi picture soon attracts the attention of the autocratic state, and Maya is swept into a nightmarish system where logic breaks down, and no one is safe.
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Book Discussions, February 17, 2026, 02/17/2026, Author & Journalist Svetlana Satchkova Shares Her New Novel,&nbsp;The Undead

Opening Reception | Multi-Artist Fine Arts Exhibition


Enjoy the BFA Fine Arts Spring 2026 Exhibition, showcasing the work of the program's students. 
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Opening Receptions, February 17, 2026, 02/17/2026, Multi-Artist Fine Arts Exhibition

Screening | Animalia (2023): French-Moroccan Sci-Fi Film


Itto, a young woman from a modest rural background, is slowly adapting to the Moroccan privileged codes of her husband’s family. But when supernatural events put the country in a state of emergency, Itto finds herself separated from her husband and new family. Alone, pregnant, and looking for her way back, she finds emancipation. Director: Sofia Alaoui Cast: Oumaïma Barid, Mehdi Dehbi, Fouad Oughaou In French, Arabic, and Berber with English subtitles.
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Book Discussion | Learn about the Life of Influential Civil Rights Leader Rev. James Lawson Jr. (In Person AND Online!)


Explore the life of one of the most influential yet unheralded heroes of the civil rights era, Rev. James Lawson Jr. Emily Yellin, Lawson's memoir collaborator, and his son, John Lawson, discuss his legacy. Nonviolent is a personal portrait of a principal architect of the civil rights era. Rev. James Lawson Jr. spent his life fighting racial and economic injustice. A peer of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., he taught and organized nonviolent direct action, guiding generations of civil rights activists. Drawing on decades of activism--from studying independence movements abroad to serving prison time for refusing the Korean War draft--Nonviolent illuminates the life of a man who fought oppression and advanced equality, dignity, and liberty.
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Book Discussion | Scholars Discuss New Book Civility Unbound: Contesting a Democratic Value


This conversation brings together contributors to Civility Unbound to examine how civility operates across culture, identity, media, and the arts. Drawing on perspectives from scholarship, journalism, and creative practice, the discussion will explore civility’s dual role in public life—how it can foster democratic dialogue while also, at times, limit challenges to injustice. The program features Charlton McIlwain, Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs and Professor of Media, Culture, and Communication at New York University; Kwame Anthony Appiah, University Professor of Philosophy and Law at NYU; and Catharine Stimpson, University Professor and Dean Emerita at NYU, moderated by Eric Klinenberg, Helen Gould Shepard Professor of Social Science and Director of the Institute for Public Knowledge at NYU.
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Workshop | Central Park Running Session (All Levels Welcome)


If you prefer not to run alone or are looking to improve your running performance, you can run with a club! Open to runners of all levels. Weekly changed routes through the park. Coaches, training, running company and inspiration!
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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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Museums | Wednesday 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.
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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. This guided tour is first-come, first-served. It 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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Museums | If Fashion is of Interest to You...


Best known for its innovation and award-winning exhibitions, the museum has a permanent collection of more than 50,000 garments and accessories dating from the eighteenth century to the present.
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Classical Music | Afternoon Bach


Take a momentary respite from a busy day to enjoy a selection of organ works by Johann Sebastian Bach in an intimate venue.
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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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Jazz | Live Jazz Standards


Relax to the sounds of classic jazz as guitarist Bill Wurtzel and guests perform timeless standards from the American Songbook. This lively midweek set offers a perfect musical break, blending smooth melodies and swing in an intimate setting.
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Concert | Weekly Outdoor Bagpipe Tribute: Honoring 9/11 Lives and Legacies


A moving weekly bagpipe tribute honors those who lost their lives on 9/11, as well as individuals affected by the lasting health impacts of that day. The tribute begins with a performance near a symbolic column preserved from the site, followed by a second performance in a nearby outdoor space.
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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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Workshop | Draw the Human Figure


Challenge your artistic skills by drawing the human figure. Each week a model will strike short and long poses for participants to draw. Artists/ educators will offer constructive suggestions and critique. Materials provided, and artists are encouraged to bring their own favorite media.
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Gallery Talk | Learn How a Historic Mansion Turned into a Museum


Join a museum educator for a brief gallery talk tracing how a Gilded Age mansion was transformed into a world-class art museum.
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Talk | Bird Photographer Discusses His Craft


This talk follows bird photographer Isaac Grant on safari, where photographing mammals becomes a natural extension of photographing birds. Skills such as patience, reading animal behavior, working with light, and precise timing are just as vital when capturing birds as they are when photographing Africa’s iconic mammals. Through images and stories from the field, Isaac Grant explores the shared techniques and challenges of photographing wings and giants alike, showing how a bird photographer’s eye adapts seamlessly to the full diversity of African wildlife.
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Lecture | Schoalr Explores the War on Terror & Its Effect on East Africa


This talk explores the entanglement of militarism, imperialism, and liberal-democratic governance in Kenya today, asking what a view from East Africa can tell us about the shifting configurations and lived realities of post 9/11 imperial warfare.  Examining the cultural politics of security, anthropology scholar Samar Al-Bulushi illustrates that the Kenyan war against the militant group Al-Shabaab has become a means to produce new imaginaries and subjectivities about Kenya's place in the world. Meanwhile, Kenya's alignment with the U.S. government provides cover for the criminalization and policing of the country's Muslim minority population.
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Discussion | Experts Explore Political Expression in Academia


Professor Philip Swan of Hunter College will be joined by Laura Beltz, Director of Policy Reform and Ryne Weiss, Director of Research, at the Foundation for Individual Rights in Education (FIRE) as well as Manhattan Institute Fellows John Ketcham and Renu Mukherjee in a discussion exploring ways academia can represent the diverse political views of our larger society while also honoring the academic freedom of faculty and students. The speakers from FIRE will provide information on recent free speech challenges, will discuss where Hunter ranks on the issue of free speech, and suggest policies that can help us navigate this volatile environment with our principles of fairness intact. The speakers from the Manhattan Institute and City Journal will share insights from the new City Journal College Rankings, a project that provides students and families with information on how different universities value free speech, ideological diversity, classroom experience, and other factors often excluded from traditional college ranking systems, such as U.S. News & World Report.
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Book Discussion | Quiet Reading Meet Up


Bring a book or check one out of the library to read to yourself for one hour. After that, spend an hour socializing with those around you!
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Discussion | Activist Shares His New Book about Political Prisoner Jimmy Lai, The Troublemaker (In Person AND Online!)


Learn about the extraordinary story of businessman, democracy activist, and political prisoner Jimmy Lai. Mark Clifford’s new book is “a sympathetic and inspiring biography” (The Wall Street Journal) of billionaire businessman Jimmy Lai, a leading Hong Kong democracy activist who became China’s most famous political prisoner. Lai escaped China at 12 and worked in Hong Kong factories, eventually owning one and becoming a global leader in “fast fashion.” After Tiananmen Square, he entered the media industry with Next and Apple Daily, publications critical of the Chinese Communist Party, eventually meeting with American officials about human rights and free speech; since 2020 he has been in solitary confinement in China. Clifford, a writer who is president of the Committee for Freedom in Hong Kong Foundation, speaks about Lai’s extraordinary story with Evan Osnos, a staff writer at The New Yorker.
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Talk | Artists Discuss Citywide On the Flip Side Exhibition


This talk explores On the Flip Side, a citywide exhibition that transforms JCDecaux bus shelters across New York City, Chicago, and Boston into sites for intimate photographic encounters. In this event, each of the artists will reflect on what it means for deeply personal images—rooted in family, heritage, gender identity, material value, and aspiration—to appear in spaces typically reserved for advertising, and how public circulation reshapes their meaning.  Moderated by Public Art Fund Assistant Curator Jenée-Daria Strand, the talk centers on the practices of Kennedi Carter, Lougè Delcy, Camila Falquez, Ruby Okoro, Dana Scruggs, and Juan Veloz—artists whose commercial work defines our contemporary moment, capturing celebrities for global platforms. Meanwhile, their fine art practices–often seen in museums and galleries–foreground tenderness and interiority, with ties to contemporary and historic cultural narratives. The discussion will examine how these photographers navigate the boundary between commercial and fine art production, and how On the Flip Side “flips” expectations by foregrounding their personal visions within the cityscape of New York, Boston and Chicago. 
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Discussion | Food Studies Expert Marion Nestle Shares Her New Book, What To Eat Now


Author Marion Nestle is the co-founder of NYU's pioneering food studies program, as well as the author of important nutrition bestsellers such as Food Politics and Safe Food. In What to Eat Now, she takes the reader--aisle by aisle--through the American supermarket. Using wit and common sense, she establishes the basics of good nutrition, food safety, and ethical and sustainable eating, and gives readers a close-up look at the web of interests that food has to navigate before it gets to your shopping basket. Chef Jose Andres calls Nestle "an inspiration", while Nik Sharma (The Flavor Equation) says this latest book "should be required reading for anyone who eats."
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Classical Music | Piano Works by Gershwin & Radical Viennese Composers


Conductor and pianist Levi Hammer bridges Gershwin and Viennese modernism in a solo piano concert exploring American jazz roots and radical composers with the Second Viennese School: Arnold Schoenberg, Alban Berg, and Anton Webern, the Austrian pioneers of musical modernism. The program brings American popular idioms into dialogue with the radical innovations that emerged from early 20th-century Vienna, revealing unexpected resonances across style, geography, and tradition. More than a historical exploration, the evening also serves as a musical autobiography of Levi Hammer, uniting his American roots with his ongoing European artistic journey. At the piano, Hammer creates a bridge between worlds. Between jazz-inflected American soundscapes and the rigorous, expressive language shaped in Vienna.
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Concerts, February 18, 2026, 02/18/2026, Piano Works by Gershwin & Radical Viennese Composers

Discussion | Award-Winning Author Shares Her New Young Adult Novel, Goodbye and Everything After


Mae Coyiuto discusses her new young adult book, Goodbye and Everything After, with Shannon C.F. Rogers. A teen girl comes face-to-face with the ghost of her recently deceased dad when she ignores a strict Filipino superstition in this contemporary YA novel that tackles grief, family tension, and first love.
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Screening | Black History Month Short Film Festival


Celebrate the work of past, present, and future generations of Black Cinema at NYU. This Black History Month Short Film Festival will feature short films from NYU Film students & alum. Light refreshments will be provided. Door Prizes & Giveaways!
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Book Discussion | Media Scholars Discuss the Concept of the Double in Hindi Cinema


Media experts discuss Storytelling in Hindi Cinema, a book that seeks to understand the distinctive character of Hindi Cinema through the figure of the double. The double, in the form of the star playing identical twins or look-alikes, or assuming more than one persona, is an ubiquitous feature of post- independence Hindi cinema that continues into contemporary Bollywood. In confounding recognition, the double poses the question of identity, the difficulty of telling who’s who and who belongs to whom, which inevitably reaches beyond the personal to the political, to questions of family, class, nation, gender and sexuality, and allows for the negotiation of conflicting impulses or social identities in the manner of myth. Furthermore, the double serves to articulate performance with narratio,n though the role play, deception, and imposture that is common to melodrama and comedy alike.
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Lecture | Writing Toward Possibility & Using Poetry as Power 


Writer and poet Mahogany L. Browne joins the audience for an evening centered on poetry, storytelling, and social imagination. An award-winning literary voice whose work spans poetry, plays, and books for young readers. Browne has been widely recognized for her contributions to contemporary literature and cultural discourse. 
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Workshop | Central Park Running Session (All Levels Welcome)


If you prefer not to run alone or are looking to improve your running performance, you can run with a club! Open to runners of all levels. Weekly changed routes through the park. Coaches, training, running company and inspiration!
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Film | Claudine (1974): Romantic Comedy-Drama with James Earl Jones


Claudine is a single mother in New York City who endures an exhausting commute to the suburbs where she works as a maid for wealthy families. In one carefully tended white community, she meets Roop, a charismatic but irresponsible garbage collector. Romance quickly ensues, but Claudine doubts that their relationship is good for her six children, and Rupert, despite his good nature, is reluctant to take on fatherhood. Director: John Berry Cast: Diahann Carroll, James Earl Jones James Earl Jones was an actor. A pioneer for black actors in the entertainment industry, he is known for his extensive and acclaimed roles on stage and screen. Jones is one of the few performers to achieve the EGOT (Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony). He was inducted into the American Theater Hall of Fame in 1985, and was honored with the National Medal of Arts in 1992, the Kennedy Center Honor in 2002, the Screen Actors Guild Life Achievement Award in 2009, and the Academy Honorary Award in 2011.
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Films, February 19, 2026, 02/19/2026, Claudine (1974): Romantic Comedy-Drama with James Earl Jones

Master Class | Prize-Winning Violinist Teaches the Ins & Outs of Great Violin Performance


Violinist Leonidas Kavakos--winner of several international violin competition prizes, including the Sibelius, Paganini, Naumburg, and Indianapolis competitions--imparts skills and techniques for violin mastery.
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Author Reading | Bestselling Author Libba Bray Shares Her New Book, Under the Same Stars


A New York Times bestselling author, Libba Bray, discusses her latest novel, Under the Same Stars, her writing, and career with librarian Jennifer Hubert Swan.
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Classical Music | Afternoon Bach


Take a momentary respite from a busy day to enjoy a selection of organ works by Johann Sebastian Bach in an intimate venue.
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Performance | Contemporary Ice Skating Showcase in Midtown


Enjoy a lunchtime performances that bring contemporary choreography to an outdoor ice setting. Featuring solo and duet works by acclaimed skaters and choreographers, the programs transform the ice into a stage for expressive, site-responsive movement.
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Performances, February 19, 2026, 02/19/2026, Contemporary Ice Skating Showcase in Midtown

Classical Music | Baroque Clavichord Works (In Person AND Online!)


Alissa Duryeem, clavichord, performs her An Das Klavier program, which takes its title from the eponymous song by Friederike Pallas, after a poem by Englehard, featured in archival musical notebooks of the Pennsylvania Moravians. This program combines works by European masters with those of Bethlehem Moravians’ notebooks, in an effort to reconstruct that experience at the clavichord.
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Concerts, February 19, 2026, 02/19/2026, Baroque Clavichord Works (In Person AND Online!)

Jazz | Live Concert in the Galleries


Enjoy live performances by talented young jazz musicians, bringing rhythm and improvisation to the museum’s musical instrument galleries. This series showcases the energy of jazz while connecting music to the artistry of the instruments on display.
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Film | Paul Thomas Anderson's One Battle After Another (2025): Dark Comedy Action Thriller with Leonardo DiCaprio


When their enemy resurfaces after 16 years, a group of ex-revolutionaries reunite to rescue the daughter of one of their own. Director: Paul Thomas Anderson Cast: Leonardo DiCaprio, Sean Penn, Benicio del Toro, Regina Hall, Teyana Taylor, Chase Infiniti Paul Thomas Anderson is an American filmmaker. Often described as one of the preeminent filmmakers of his generation, his accolades include two Golden Globe Awards, a BAFTA Award, two Critics' Choice Awards, and nominations for eleven Academy Awards, and a Grammy. He is the only person to have won Best Director at the Cannes Film Festival, the Silver Lion at the Venice Film Festival, and the Silver and Golden Bear at the Berlin Film Festival. Leonardo DiCaprio is an American actor and film producer. Known for his work in biographical and period films, he is the recipient of numerous accolades, including an Academy Award, a British Academy Film Award, and three Golden Globe Awards. As of 2019, his films have grossed over $7.2 billion worldwide, and he has been placed eight times in annual rankings of the world's highest-paid actors.
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Gallery Talk | Exploring Photographs with Museum Experts


Join curators and museum specialists for an in-depth look at select photographs on view. Hear fresh insights, untold stories, and engage directly with experts while exploring the artistry, context, and history behind these compelling works.
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Museums | Thursday Evenings at a Living Memorial Museum


Explore a museum dedicated to Holocaust remembrance, Jewish life, and education. View expansive galleries, survivor testimonies, and tens of thousands of artifacts. The museum also offers a theater, a genealogy center, an outdoor memorial, and a café. 
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Talk | Explore Gender & Art in Post-Soviet Ukraine (In Person AND Online!)


Ukrainian-born art historian and curator Alisa Lozhkina examines how the post-Soviet art world's promise of freedom conceals enduring hierarchies and gendered inequities. This talk explores the labor of art in light of gender inequalities within the Ukrainian contemporary art sphere. Born in Ukraine, Alisa Lozhkina entered the contemporary art milieu at twenty-one, drawn to the ethos of freedom and transgression embodied by a slightly older cohort. Her attraction lay not in the artistic production itself, but in the proposition of an alternative mode of existence characterized by the subversion of conventional routines.
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Museums | Thursday Evening Exploring the Photography Museum


This museum is the world’s leading institution dedicated to photography and visual culture. It was founded in 1974 to champion “concerned photography”—socially and politically minded images that can educate and change the world. Through its exhibitions, education programs, community outreach, and public programs, the museum offers an open forum for dialogue about the power of the image.
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Discussion | Art Scholars Discuss Intersections of Robert Rauschenberg's Art & Politics


This event brings together, for the first time, 15 prints by Robert Rauschenberg held in The New School's collection. Inaugurating the installation, this panel gathers experts to speak to the artist’s multifaceted practice—Juliana Ochs Dweck, Helen Hsu, and Margaret Rhee—and to consider Rauschenberg’s work in relation to journalism, activism, and politics. This program grapples with critical intersections between art and politics that spurred Rauschenberg’s practice and are an indelible part of his legacy.
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Film | 'Til We Meet Again (1940): Classic Romance Film


Dying Joan Ames meets criminal Dan Hardesty on a luxury liner as he is being transported back to America by policeman Steve Burke to face execution. Joan and Dan fall in love, their fates unbeknownst to one another. Directors: Edmund Goulding, Anatole Litvak Cast: Merle Oberon, George Brent, Pat O'Brien
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Book Discussion | Art Writer Celebrates a New Edition Cookbook by Her Grandmother, Renowned Hostess Dolly Chow, Chow!


Enjoy a conversation with Carolyn Hsu-Balcer to celebrate the newest edition of Chow!, a timeless and tasteful exploration into traditional Chinese recipes and eating customs. She will be in conversation with Lin Tan, followed by a signing.
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Opening Reception | Multi-Artist Exhibition Exploring Connections & Intimicacies


In recognition of Valentine’s Day, this exhibition explores relationships with family, friends, and four-legged friends. Celebrate these connections that shape our lives: from the bonds forged in childhood, to the enduring
ties of life experience.
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Opening Receptions, February 19, 2026, 02/19/2026, Multi-Artist Exhibition Exploring Connections & Intimicacies

Opening Reception | Multi-Artist Exhibition Exploring Fine Art in All Mediums (Part I)


This exhibition showcases the finest works of art in all media - oil, watercolor, pastel, graphics, sculpture, photography, and mixed media. The art club's illustrious membership includes both nationally-recognized award winners as well as emerging talent. This is the first part of a two-part exhibition, allowing the opportunity to showcase a wider breadth of what the club's membership is made of.
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Opening Receptions, February 19, 2026, 02/19/2026, Multi-Artist Exhibition Exploring Fine Art in All Mediums (Part I)

Opening Reception | Reimagining a Monumental Landscape Through Art 


New paintings by artist Cynthia Daignault revisit landscapes through the lens of Denali, North America's highest peak. Deconstructed across multiple canvases, the works explore the mountain as both a symbol of natural grandeur and a site shaped by mythology, national identity, and climate change.
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Opening Receptions, February 19, 2026, 02/19/2026, Reimagining a Monumental Landscape Through Art&nbsp;

Lecture | Scholar Discusses the Figure of the Imposter in Weimar Art & Literature


This lecture by Professor Nicola Gess explores literature as a laboratory of the social imaginary, taking the impostor as its central case study. Across novels, self-help manuals, daily newspapers, psychology, sociology, and criminology, the figure of the impostor emerges as a pervasive presence in the Weimar Republic, ranging from the charming rogue to the cynical power-player. Tracing the conditions that enabled this proliferation, the lecture examines the role literature played in shaping and disseminating the impostor figure and explores its broader significance for the interwar period - an emblematic figure through which a crises-ridden society came to recognize itself.
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Museums | Seeing the Brooklyn Bridge Through a Photographer’s Lens


Explore the Brooklyn Bridge as a source of artistic inspiration on this guided photographic walk. Discover how photographers have captured its architecture, history, and cultural significance, and experience the landmark from an engaging perspective.
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Jazz | Sonic Journey through Jazz Standards, Timeless R&B Ballads, & More (In Person AND Online!)


Composer and singer Du’Bois A’Keen takes the stage for a sonic journey through jazz standards, timeless R&B ballads, and his own original works. The program will highlight selections from Sacred Songs Suite; originally composed for Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater’s world premiere at New York City Center, alongside brand-new, unreleased compositions performed live for the first time. Joining A’Keen is his dynamic trio: Nicholas Hetko on piano, Blake Johnston on guitar, and Griffin Fink on bass, bringing rich, vibrant textures to an evening designed to move, inspire, and resonate.
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Performance | Evening Ice Skating Show


Enjoy evening performances of contemporary ice dance set within a winter landscape. Innovative choreography and live ice performance come together to create a fusion of athleticism, artistry, and atmosphere. 
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Screening | Pressure (1976): British Drama Film about Cultural Assimilation & Racism (+ Discussion)


Pressure is a film about Tony, a second-generation British-born Black teenager of Trinidadian descent, who struggles to find his place in 1970s London. Caught between his parents' desire for assimilation and his brother's Black Power activism, his growing frustration with institutional racism and unemployment leads him towards radicalization, exploring the identity crisis of a generation caught between two cultures. Pressure was the first British feature to be written and directed by a Black filmmaker and the first to focus on the perspective of Black characters. Director: Horace Ove Cast: Herbert Norville, Oscar James, Frank Singuineau, David Kinoshi Free popcorn will be served, and a discussion will follow the screenings.
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Film | The Holy Outlaw (1970): Crime Documentary 


To mark the semiquincentennial celebration of the United States, the What’s Happening? film series will be exploring that essential statement of our Constitution: We the People.  What is our national identity today, and how did we get here?  To answer that question, the first program in the series will look at a group of remarkable Americans through the lens of the library’s historic 16mm film collection. Organizers will screen a rare print of Holy Outlaw, Lee Lockwood and Don Lenzer’s 1970 profile of Daniel Berrigan, the poet-priest arrested in 1968 for burning draft cards. 
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Book Discussion | Gil Z. Hochberg Shares Her New Memoir, My Father, The Messiah


Enjoy a reading and discussion with Gil Z. Hochberg (Ransford Professor of Hebrew and Visual Studies, Comparative Literature, and Middle East Studies) on her newest book, My Father, The Messiah. Mikhal Dekel (Distinguished Professor of Comparative Literature at the CUNY Graduate Center and the City College of New York) will join in conversation. In her memoir My Father, the Messiah, Hochberg traces a father-daughter relationship as it transforms across decades—from intense closeness in childhood to a fraught distance as Hochberg’s father Yossi becomes increasingly convinced that he is the Messiah. After building a career as a statistician in the US, Yossi returns to Israel and becomes an avid Zionist, while having several psychotic episodes. Hochberg reconstructs her relationship with her father through an archive of letters between the two, as well as her father’s personal writings, painting a tender portrait of the non-normative family life within which Hochberg’s queer identity unfolds and a heart-rending account of her father’s mental decline. Hochberg crafts a powerful story of intimacy and loss that dovetails with sea changes in Israel’s religious and political environment since the 1990s.
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Book Discussion | History Expert Discusses His New Book, The Bowery (+ Live Ragtime Music)


History expert David Mulkins gives his illustrated talk on the history of The Bowery. Stretching 1.25 miles from Chatham Square to Cooper Square, the Bowery was an Indigenous trail, Dutch farm road, free Black homesteads, and Washington's march route during the British evacuation, and became the main street of immigrants & the working class. NYC's first entertainment district, it has seminal links to tap dance, vaudeville, Yiddish theater, Stephen Foster, Irving Berlin, Harry Houdini, and modern tattooing. It later became an iconic skid row, but reemerged and helped foster Abstract Expressionism, Beat literature, Free Jazz, and punk rock. Ragtime pianist Ramona Baker will be performing The Bowery Song, accompanied by vocalist Christina Britton. Books will be available for purchase at the event.
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Book Discussion | Biographer Discusses Life & Legacy of Holocaust Survivor Gary "Pips" Phillips (In Person AND Online!)


Follow the extraordinary life of Holocaust survivor Gary "Pips" Phillips--whose life was shaped by survival and reinvention, through a discussion with her biographer. Born to an Aryan mother and Jewish father, Gary "Pips" Phillips could have avoided much of the Holocaust's impact. Instead, at age thirteen he chose to have a bar mitzvah just as the Nuremberg Laws took effect. Drawing on Pips's recordings and years of research, Georgette Bennett--sociologist, author, and Pips's cousin-in-law--traces his journey through escapes, rescues, and life in hiding before he emerged from the war to build a new life in America, rising from waiter to co-owner of one of the world's largest photo agencies. Bennett's biography is a detailed account of a remarkable life marked by survival, determination, and the challenges of rebuilding after trauma.
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Thu, Feb 19
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Concert | Celebrating Diaspora Music with DJ MD


DJ MD (Marcy DePina) curates vibes and sounds that reflect her passion for music, art, and the cultures of the world. Celebrating music as the universal language, DJ MD spins tracks from Africa and its expansive and innovative Diaspora, with the purpose of raising frequencies and promoting unity through sound. For over a decade, DJ MD has been a radio host, producer, deejay, and host of the FORSA! Show. 
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Author Reading | Fiction Writers Share Their Prose (+ Signing)


A reading by NYU Creative Writing Program Fiction MFA alums Stephen Fishbach, Bsrat Mezghebe, and Lior Torenberg, hosted by Creative Writing Professor Darin Strauss. The event will conclude with a reception/signing with books for sale. Stephen Fishbach is a Pushcart Prize-winning writer and former television executive. Bsrat Mezghebe is a writer from Washington, D.C. Her debut novel is I Hope You Find What You’re Looking For. Lior Torenberg’s work has been published by One Story, MAYDAY, the Poetry Society of New York, and others. Just Watch Me is her first novel.
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Lecture | Historian Discusses Colonization & Indigenization across Africa, the Americas, & the Pacific


Hear the inaugural lecture by Andrés Bello Chair Enrique Okenve (University of the West Indies), exploring the contested meanings of “indigenous” in Equatorial Guinea within the history of the Spanish Empire. The talk examines how colonial policies, memories, and local resistance shaped processes of indigenization across Africa, the Americas, and the Pacific. Introduced by Monique Bedasse and moderated by Adrian de León (NYU History).
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Classical Music | Period Instrument String Ensemble Performs Vivaldi Work (+ Pre-Concert Talk)


Antonio Vivaldi's L'estro armonico violin concerti are performed by Abendmusik, New York's period instrument string ensemble In a program dubbed "Girls on Fire!" the group presents the composer's first collection of printed concerti for one, two, and four violins. Dr. Alison Smith, historian of early modern Italy and professor emeritus at Wagner College, will give a short pre-concert talk on Anna Maria and the cultural life of women in Italian convents during the eighteenth century.
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7:00 pm
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Concerts, February 19, 2026, 02/19/2026, Period Instrument String Ensemble Performs Vivaldi Work (+ Pre-Concert Talk)

Performance | Black History-Inspired Performance


This February performance of Voices of a People's History takes its inspiration from the new book Black History Is for Everyone, written by New York Public Library educator Brian Jones. Black History challenges our understanding of race, nation, and the stories we tell about who we are. Understanding it challenges our assumptions, helps us see larger forces at work, and gives us glimpses of alternate futures. Artists to be announced soon; narrated by Brian Jones. There are two ways to access this event: 1. General Admission, first-come first-served. Just show up! 2. Fast Track opening the Tuesday before the event at noon.
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Master Class | Carnegie Hall-Featured Musician Teaches the Ins & Outs of Great Piano Performance


Distinguished pianist Marilyn Nonken (celebrated by the New York Times as "a determined protector of important music" and by the American Record Guide as "one of the greatest interpreters of new music"), who has performed in major venues like Carnegie Hall, provides wisdom on her craft.
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Dance Performance | Various Dance Works (In Person AND Online!)


Enjoy a series of dance works choreographed and performed by students at NYU Tisch.
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Dance Performances, February 19, 2026, 02/19/2026, Various Dance Works (In Person AND Online!)

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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Workshop | Morning Tai Chi


Improve balance, strength and focus through gentle exercises. The sights and sounds of the river provide a serene background for the ancient flowing postures.
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Museums | Friday at Pop Culture/Art Museum


Through temporary exhibitions, a growing permanent collection, and educational events, this museum examines the significant influence of posters on society and culture, and how they are adapted for modern use. As the first poster museum in the United States, it offers a space for inquiry for anyone interested in design, advertising, and public interventions, with the goal of enhancing design literacy among the general public. Works explore: mass communication and persuasion the intersection of art and commerce control of the public domain
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Workshop | Adult Zumba


Featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography. Work on your balance, coordination and range of motion.
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Workshop | Crafting Community


Bring your own craft or art project to work on!
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Classical Music | Juilliard History of Chamber Music Live from the Galleries


Experience live performances by Juilliard scholars on period instruments, exploring historical music in dialogue with the museum’s collection. This series offers a rare chance to hear early music brought to life in the gallery setting.
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Concerts, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Juilliard History of Chamber Music Live from the Galleries

Classical Music | Afternoon Bach


Take a momentary respite from a busy day to enjoy a selection of organ works by Johann Sebastian Bach in an intimate venue.
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Fri, Feb 20
12:20 pm
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Film | One of Them Days (2025): Buddy Comedy with Keke Palmer & SZA


When best friends and roommates Dreux and Alyssa discover Alyssa's boyfriend has blown their rent money, the duo finds themselves going to extremes in a race against the clock to avoid eviction and keep their friendship intact. Director: Lawrence Lamont Cast: Keke Palmer, SZA, Vanessa Bell Calloway, Lil Rel Howery, Katt Williams Keke Palmer is an American actress, singer, and entertainer. She has earned numerous accolades, including two Primetime Emmy Awards and nominations for a Daytime Emmy Award and a Screen Actors Guild Award. In 2019, Time magazine included her on its list of most influential people in the world. SZA is an American singer-songwriter and actress. She's known for her diaristic lyrics and alternative R&B sound incorporating multiple genres. One of Them Days is the first film she's starred in. Over the course of her career, she's earned several accolades, including five Grammy Awards, a Brit Award, an American Music Award, a Guild of Music Supervisors Award, and two Billboard Women in Music awards, including Woman of the Year.
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Films, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, One of Them Days (2025): Buddy Comedy with Keke Palmer & SZA

Film | Remember the Titans (2000):  American Biographical Sports Drama with Denzel Washington


In Virginia, high school football is a way of life, an institution revered, each game celebrated more lavishly than Christmas, each playoff distinguished more grandly than any national holiday. And with such recognition, comes powerful emotions. In 1971, high school football was everything to the people of Alexandria. But when the local school board was forced to integrate an all black school with an all white school, the very foundation of football's great tradition was put to the test. Director: Boaz Yakin Cast: Denzel Washington, Will Patton, Donald Faison, Nicole Ari Parker 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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Film | Fences (2016): Period Drama with Denzel Washington & Viola Davis


A working-class African-American father tries to raise his family in the 1950s, while coming to terms with the challenges in his own life. Director: Denzel Washington Cast: Denzel Washington, Viola Davis, Stephen McKinley Henderson, Jovan Adepo, Russell Hornsby 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. Viola Davis is an actress and film producer. Her accolades include both the Triple Crown of Acting and EGOT. Time named her one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2012 and 2017. The New York Times ranked her ninth on its list of the greatest actors of the 21st century. Davis received the Cecil B. DeMille Award in 2025.
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Jazz | Afternoon Jam Sesh (Play Music or Just Listen)


This jam session is open to all musicians. Come and play or just listen to some jazzy tunes.
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Talk | Graphic Designer Discusses Exhibit on New York & the Arab World (In Person AND Online!)


Graphic designer Wael Morcos examines the history of Arabic typography in the library’s latest exhibition. Drawing on early 20th-century Arabic newspapers and books featured in the library’s latest exhibition, Niyū Yūrk: Middle Eastern and North African Lives in the City, Wael Morcos, the designer behind the exhibition’s typography, explores how Arabic type evolved in New York. Morcos highlights the often-overlooked contributions of Middle Eastern and North African creatives to the field, revealing a rich history of Arabic print in the city and its impact on visual culture.
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Tour | Weekend Guided Museum Walk: Explore Art, History, and Collections, which feature Goya, Velazquez, El Greco, and more.


Join these guided tours every Friday and Saturday at 2 PM to explore a museum's history, special collections, and landmarked spaces. Led by educators, the tours last 45-60 minutes and provide an engaging introduction to the artworks and archives on view.
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Workshop | Learn how to Play Indigenous Games from the Americas


Games play an essential role in Native community life. In this interactive program, Museum Educators introduce traditional Indigenous games from across the Americas. Participants will learn the cultural significance of each game and how to play them. The program is active, hands-on, and welcoming to all ages.
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Gallery Talk | Expert Insights: Seeing Desire in Medieval Art


Museum experts examine depictions of the human figure in medieval works, and the talk discusses relationships, identity, and expression in history, uncovering new ways to engage with these powerful works of art.
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Workshop | Tote Bag Painting with Local Artists


Enjoy a tote bag painting workshop led by New York artists CAZORLA + SALEME!  Enjoy food and beverages while personalizing your unique tote bag, designed to represent this space and showcase your own creative flair. All materials will be provided! The leading artists CAZORLA + SALEME have years of experience designing inclusive art workshops. Every gathering aims to provide a safe space where participants can explore their creativity, reduce anxiety, and mitigate the stress of everyday life in the city. Each workshop includes a range of materials, such as acrylics and fabric paints, professional permanent markers and brushes, and a curated collection of stencils with nature motifs and uplifting words
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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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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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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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Poetry Reading | Hear New Poetry from Prize-Winning Poets (+ Signing)


Experience a reading by Richie Hoffmann and MaKshya Tolbert, followed by a reception/signing, with books for sale. Richie Hofmann is the recipient of a 2025 Guggenheim Fellowship and a 2025 Literature Fellowship from the National Endowment for the Arts. His poetry appears in two previous collections, A Hundred Lovers and Second Empire, and in The Paris Review, The New Yorker, Poetry, and The Yale Review. MaKshya Tolbert practices poetry and placemaking in Virginia. Her recent poetry and prose can be found at Poem-a-Day, Poets for Science, Emergence Magazine, West Branch, Ran Off With the Star Bassoon, and elsewhere. Shade is a place is MaKshya’s first book.
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Poetry Readings, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Hear New Poetry from Prize-Winning Poets (+ Signing)

Museums | Friday Evening at the Famous 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 cafe 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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Author Reading | Writers' Showcase: Short, Original Works on Opportunity & Difficulty


Prepare to be surprised and captivated when members of the National Arts Club’s Literary Committee present short readings from their original works on the theme of creating opportunity from difficulty – or even crisis – in a world where problems are never in short supply.
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Author Readings, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Writers' Showcase: Short, Original Works on&nbsp;Opportunity & Difficulty

Screening | The Mezcalarians (2023): Documentary/Narrative Film on Mezcal (+ Mezcal Tasting)


Explorers Justin Fornal and Chad Anderson screen their latest collaboration and an interactive mezcal tasting. The Mezcalarians, “a psychedelic-mezcal-pickled-Western”, straddles narrative and documentary film and is a love letter to Oaxaca, one of the most unique regions on the planet. Armed with only machetes and mezcal, three friends embark on an expedition to carry a 50-gallon wood barrel of fermenting agave through remote corners of the region. Along the way, the trio meets some of Oaxaca's greatest artisans keeping Pre-Colombian indigenous culture and tradition alive. Justin Fornal is an award-winning writer and filmmaker using storytelling and activism to showcase vanishing traditions in crisis zones with expertise in ancient textile production, traditional food, and the material culture of ritual.  Director: Justin Fornal Cast: Justin Fornal, Chad Anderson
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Concert | DJ Cory Giles Takes the Stage


Brooklyn native Cory Giles is behind the decks, bringing with him ten years of deep experience in the music industry. From Def Jam Recordings to Hot 97, Giles has been involved in music programming and development across all music platforms. Giles has worked with brands such as Louis Vuitton, The Mohegan Sun, The W, Tidal, NCAA, and the WNBA. He has played sets for celebrities such as John Legend, Luke Combs, and Jack Harlow, to name a few. In October ‘22, Cory became a member of The World Famous Shadyville DJs crew.
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Party | Celebrate the Lunar New Year with DJ Gia Fu


Audiences are in for an unforgettable Lunar New Year with this dance party featuring the captivating sounds of international DJ star and producer Gia Fu. A Hong Kong native, Fu's Canton Mambo project fuses salsa, Afro-Latin, and Asian music, culminating in a work of meticulous research, knowledge-sharing, and collective celebration. A global star, Fu has completed several major tours across the U.S., Europe, and Latin America and has created work with such artists as GRAMMY-nominated Angel Melendez for a highly regarded full-length salsa album. There are two ways to access this event: 1. General Admission, first-come first-served. Just show up! 2. Fast Track opening the Tuesday before the event at noon.
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Fri, Feb 20
7:30 pm
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Partys, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Celebrate the Lunar New Year with DJ Gia Fu

Dance Performance | Various Dance Works (In Person AND Online!)


Enjoy a series of dance works choreographed and performed by students at NYU Tisch.
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Dance Performances, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Various Dance Works (In Person AND Online!)

Open Mic | Hear from Emerging Writers or Perform Your Own Work


Hear original work by local, emerging writers of all genres, or share some of your own pieces! All performers welcome! Hosted by novelist Ed Lin. Sign ups start from 7:30PM. 5-minute time slots.
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Open Mics, February 20, 2026, 02/20/2026, Hear from Emerging Writers or Perform Your Own Work

Workshop | Central Park Running Session (All Levels Welcome)


If you prefer not to run alone or are looking to improve your running performance, you can run with a club! Open to runners of all levels. Weekly changed routes through the park. Coaches, training, running company and inspiration!
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8:00 am
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Workshops, February 21, 2026, 02/21/2026, Central Park Running&nbsp;Session (All Levels Welcome)

Workshop | Community Park 5K Run with New York Road Runners


New york Road Runners host a 5K community-led run,open to runners and walkers of all ages, abilities, and experience levels. Evidence of Inwood Hill Park’s formation exists as caves, valleys, and ridges left as the result of shifting glaciers. Evidence of its uninhabited state afterward remains as its forest and salt marsh (the last natural one in Manhattan), and evidence of its use by Native Americans continues to be discovered. Most of the park was largely untouched by wars and development. The park features a hiking trail and the Hudson River Bike Trail, and is one of the best places in NYC to spot a bald eagle. It also includes athletic fields, playgrounds, dog runs, and a barbecue area. The course is three loops on hilly trails and walkways through woods and along a salt marsh.
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Sat, Feb 21
8:45 am
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Workshops, February 21, 2026, 02/21/2026, Community Park 5K Run with New York Road Runners

Festival | Lunar New Year Celebration


Welcome the Year of the Horse and celebrate Lunar New Year at the park! Join a ribbon dancing class, watch a Lion Dance and other performances by the New York Chinese Cultural Center, and make a wish on the Wishing Trees.
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Sat, Feb 21
10:30 am
Free
Festivals, February 21, 2026, 02/21/2026, Lunar New Year Celebration

Tour | Explore an Exhibition on Black Musical Theater History


Enjoy a guided tour of the new exhibition on Black musical theater history, Syncopated Stages: Black Disruptions to the Great White Way! This staff-led tour highlights the contributions of Black artists, shows, and theaters in the musical theater field, from pioneering artists of the 19th century to the great culture shapers and innovators of today.
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Sat, Feb 21
11:00 am
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Tours, February 21, 2026, 02/21/2026, Explore an Exhibition on Black Musical Theater History

Museums | Jewish History: Centuries of Art


As one of the largest collections of art in Jewish culture globally, the venue features an extensive array of historical Jewish artifacts as well as modern and contemporary art.
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Sat, Feb 21
11:00 am
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Museumss, February 21, 2026, 02/21/2026, Jewish History: Centuries of Art

Fair | Record Party with Live Music & Local Businesses


Attend a smaller version of the Brooklyn Flea Record Fair, bringing together music fans and collectors. Come shop from 10 specially curated record vendors from around New York and New Jersey and while you browse for your next exciting find, enjoy DJ sets and unique demos from our Music and Recorded Sound Division all for free! A more detailed schedule of the day will be coming soon.
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Sat, Feb 21
11:00 am
Free
Fairs, February 21, 2026, 02/21/2026, Record Party with Live Music & Local Businesses

Workshop | Origami 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 iopen 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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11:30 am
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Workshops, February 21, 2026, 02/21/2026, Origami Meet-Up

Film | Freaky Friday (1976): Fantasy Comedy with Jodie Foster


A mother and her teenage daughter swap personalities after they both make a wish to do so at the same time. As they live each other's lives for a day, each comes to appreciate the daily difficulties the other faces. Based on the book by Mary Rodgers. Director: Gary Nelson Cast: Barbara Harris, Jodie Foster, John Astin, Patsy Kelly, Dick Van Patten Jodie Foster is an actress and filmmaker who started her career as a child actor before establishing herself as a leading actress in film. As a performer, she is known for her versatility. She has received several accolades, including two Academy Awards, three BAFTA Awards, four Golden Globe Awards, and a Primetime Emmy Award. Foster was also awarded the Cecil B. DeMille Award in 2013 and the Honorary Palme d'Or in 2021.
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1:00 pm
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Films, February 21, 2026, 02/21/2026, Freaky Friday (1976): Fantasy Comedy with Jodie Foster

Film | Get Out (2017): Psychological Horror Film from Jordan Peele


A young African-American visits his white girlfriend's parents for the weekend, where his simmering uneasiness about their reception of him eventually reaches a boiling point. Director: Jordan Peele Cast: Daniel Kaluuya, Allison Williams, Bradley Whitford, Caleb Landry Jones, Stephen Root, Catherine Keener Jordan Peele is an actor, comedian, and filmmaker. He is known for his film and television work in the comedy and horror genres. He has received various accolades, including an Academy Award and a Primetime Emmy Award. Peele started his career in comedy before transitioning to writing and directing psychological horror with comedic elements. In 2017, Peele was included on the annual Time 100 list of the most influential people in the world.
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Films, February 21, 2026, 02/21/2026, Get Out (2017): Psychological Horror Film from Jordan Peele

Performance | Lunar New Year Ribbon Twirling & Shaolin Kung Fu


Experience traditional cultural performances by the New York Chinese Cultural Center in celebration of the Lunar New Year.
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1:00 pm
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Performances, February 21, 2026, 02/21/2026, Lunar New Year Ribbon Twirling & Shaolin Kung Fu

Film | Green Book (2018): Biographical Comedy-Drama with Mahershala Ali


When Tony Lip, a bouncer from an Italian-American neighborhood in the Bronx, is hired to drive Dr. Don Shirley, a world-class Black pianist, on a concert tour from Manhattan to the Deep South, they must rely on The Green Book to guide them to the few establishments that were then safe for African-Americans. Confronted with racism, danger, as well as unexpected humanity and humor, they are forced to set aside differences to survive and thrive on the journey of a lifetime. Inspired by a true friendship. Director: Peter Farrelly Cast: Viggo Mortensen, Mahershala Ali, Linda Cardellini Mahershala Ali is an actor who has received multiple accolades, including two Academy Awards, a British Academy Film Award, a Golden Globe Award, and a Primetime Emmy Award. Films in which he has appeared have grossed over $3.3 billion worldwide. In 2020, The New York Times ranked him among the 25 greatest actors of the 21st century. Time magazine named him one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2019.
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2:00 pm
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Films, February 21, 2026, 02/21/2026, Green Book (2018): Biographical Comedy-Drama with&nbsp;Mahershala Ali

Jazz | Afternoon Jam Sesh (Play Music or Just Listen)


This jam session is open to all musicians. Come and play or just listen to some jazzy tunes.
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Sat, Feb 21
2:00 pm
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Concerts, February 21, 2026, 02/21/2026, Afternoon Jam Sesh (Play Music or Just Listen)

Film | Paul Thomas Anderson's Boogie Nights (1997): Comedy-Drama with All-Star Cast


A family of filmmakers stuggles to redefine and revolutionize the adult entertainment industry. Idealistic producer Jack Horner aspires to elevate his craft into an artform. Teenager Eddie Adams discovers a talent that will propel him to celebrity as an adult entertainer. Now, at a time when disco and drugs are in vogue, fashion is in flux, and the party never seems to stop, dreams of stardom are about to collide with cold, hard reality. Director: Paul Thomas Anderson Cast: Mark Wahlberg, Julianne Moore, Burt Reynolds, Don Cheadle, John C. Reilly, William H. Macy, Heather Graham, Nicole Ari Parker, Philip Seymour Hoffman Paul Thomas Anderson is an American filmmaker. Often described as one of the preeminent filmmakers of his generation, his accolades include two Golden Globe Awards, a BAFTA Award, two Critics' Choice Awards, and nominations for eleven Academy Awards, and a Grammy. He is the only person to have won Best Director at the Cannes Film Festival, the Silver Lion at the Venice Film Festival, and the Silver and Golden Bear at the Berlin Film Festival.
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Films, February 21, 2026, 02/21/2026, Paul Thomas Anderson's Boogie Nights (1997): Comedy-Drama with All-Star Cast

Workshop | Learn how to Play Indigenous Games from the Americas


Games play an essential role in Native community life. In this interactive program, Museum Educators introduce traditional Indigenous games from across the Americas. Participants will learn the cultural significance of each game and how to play them. The program is active, hands-on, and welcoming to all ages.
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2:30 pm
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Workshops, February 21, 2026, 02/21/2026, Learn how to Play&nbsp;Indigenous Games from the Americas

Reading | Read Proust's Final Work, Time Regained


Read or re-read Proust’s last volume, Time Regained, with Alex Klameth, Proust Center-JML Facilitator. If you are a re-reader, you may join... if you don't reveal any spoilers! Any translation or language is welcome.
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2:30 pm
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Readings, February 21, 2026, 02/21/2026, Read Proust's Final Work,&nbsp;Time Regained

Performance | Lunar New Year Ribbon Twirling & Shaolin Kung Fu


Experience traditional cultural performances by the New York Chinese Cultural Center in celebration of the Lunar New Year.
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Sat, Feb 21
3:00 pm
Free
Performances, February 21, 2026, 02/21/2026, Lunar New Year Ribbon Twirling & Shaolin Kung Fu

Author Reading | Debut Author Shares His New Novella, Audition for the Fox


Enjoy this special author event. Martin Cahill, the author of Audition for the Fox, will be in attendance to talk to attendees about his 2025 debut fantasy novella! In this stellar debut fantasy, a trickster Fox god challenges an underachieving acolyte to save herself by saving her own ancestors. But are Nesi and her new friends from the past prepared to defeat the ferocious Wolfhounds of Zemin?
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4:00 pm
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Author Readings, February 21, 2026, 02/21/2026, Debut Author Shares His New Novella,&nbsp;Audition for the Fox

Classical Music | Serene Organ Meditations in Intimate Venue


Enjoy a program of hymns, anthems, and voluntaries for the organ.
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Sat, Feb 21
4:00 pm
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Concerts, February 21, 2026, 02/21/2026, Serene Organ Meditations in Intimate Venue

Performance | Lunar New Year Ribbon Twirling & Shaolin Kung Fu


Experience traditional cultural performances by the New York Chinese Cultural Center in celebration of the Lunar New Year.
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5:00 pm
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Performances, February 21, 2026, 02/21/2026, Lunar New Year Ribbon Twirling & Shaolin Kung Fu

Jazz | Sir Kahil El'Zabar: Pioneering Musical Visionary and Ethnic Heritage Ensemble


Witness Sir Kahil El'Zabar and his Ethnic Heritage Ensemble for a transformative performance blending jazz, improvisation, and cultural memory. Experience a musical journey that connects history and the enduring power of artistic expression.
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Sat, Feb 21
7:00 pm
Free
Concerts, February 21, 2026, 02/21/2026, Sir Kahil El'Zabar: Pioneering Musical Visionary and Ethnic Heritage Ensemble

Concert | Immersive Multi-Genre Odyssey of Song with Broadway Performers


Step into the magical world of AVALONA, A Musical Legend, a multi-genre odyssey of song, storytelling, dance, and breathtaking digital imagery. Conceived by award-winning songwriter, producer, and storyteller Dina Fanai (Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Foreigner, Jackie Evancho, Rocktopia) and Executive Produced by Bob Kinkel (co-creator/producer, Trans-Siberian Orchestra), this immersive concert invites audiences into a realm where music and story breathe as one. Weaving the lyrical mysticism of Rumi with the archetypal wisdom of Joseph Campbell, AVALONA becomes a living tapestry of courage and transformation. Featuring powerful vocal performances and soaring anthems by Jenna Rubaii as Avalona (Jesus Christ Superstar, Groundhog Day, American Idiot), Maya Days as The Shaman (Rent, Jesus Christ Superstar, Aida), Dan Dommench as The Shadow (Rock of Ages, Glee, Rent, Heathers), Madeline Serrano as The Child (Evita, Annie, Matilda), and Fanai as The Weaver of Time, AVALONA invites audiences on a journey of self-discovery through music and myth. There are two ways to access this event: 1. General Admission, first-come first-served. Just show up! 2. Fast Track opening the Tuesday before the event at noon.
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7:30 pm
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Concerts, February 21, 2026, 02/21/2026, Immersive Multi-Genre Odyssey of Song with Broadway Performers

Museums | Family Art-Making and Gallery Activities


Spend your Sunday at a museum with free talks, art-making workshops, storytimes, and family gallery tours. Designed for visitors of all ages, these Sunday sessions offer a welcoming space to explore art and creativity together. 
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Sun, Feb 22
11:00 am
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Museumss, February 22, 2026, 02/22/2026, Family Art-Making and Gallery Activities

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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Museumss, February 22, 2026, 02/22/2026, Tiffany Glass and Other Exhibitions

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.
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11:30 am
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Park Walk | Women's Walk in the Park


This group brings together women from all walks of life to bond, exercise, and embrace the beauty of their surroundings. Hundreds of women of all different ages and backgrounds meet to simply go for a walk in Central Park. About 80% of the women show up alone, so feel free to give it a try! Walk locations sometimes change, so make sure to check the group's Instagram page @citygirlswhowalk stories the day before and on Sunday to confirm the meet/walk spot. You are welcome to bring your leashed dog.
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12:00 pm
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Park Walks, February 22, 2026, 02/22/2026, Women's Walk in the Park

Workshop | Learn the Basics of Indoor Gardening


Calling all green (or not so green) thumbs! Learn the basics of plant care and propagation, and how to start and maintain an indoor garden.
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1:00 pm
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Workshops, February 22, 2026, 02/22/2026, Learn the Basics of Indoor Gardening

Jazz | Afternoon Jam Sesh (Play Music or Just Listen)


This jam session is open to all musicians. Come and play or just listen to some jazzy tunes.
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Sun, Feb 22
2:00 pm
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Concerts, February 22, 2026, 02/22/2026, Afternoon Jam Sesh (Play Music or Just Listen)

Performance | The Cat and the Moon: W.B. Yeats One-Act Play


A performance of W.B. Yeats' one-act play, The Cat and the Moon, which was first performed in 1926. Performers imagine a timeless landscape in the west of Ireland. An old Blind Man has been carrying an old Lame Man on country roads for forty years in search of Saint Colman's holy well to be cured...or blessed. Three musicians sit off to the side as in the Japanese kyogen. They wear masks by Ralph Lee.
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Sun, Feb 22
3:00 pm
Free
Performances, February 22, 2026, 02/22/2026, The Cat and the Moon: W.B. Yeats One-Act Play

Concert | Musical Theater Favorites with Performer Tiffan Borelli


Experience acclaimed musical theater and TV actress Tiffan Borelli perform Broadway standards and selections from the contemporary musical theater song book, ranging from Sondheim to Guettel and Pasek & Paul. This voice recital, celebrates Tiffan's journey to discover how to live in the moment over the last year. Borelli serves on the voice faculty at 92NY, where she is enjoying passing down the principles of her legendary voice teacher, Florence Birdwell, who taught her how to transform from a singer into an artist. 
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3:00 pm
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Concerts, February 22, 2026, 02/22/2026, Musical Theater Favorites with Performer Tiffan Borelli

Classical Music | Serene Organ Meditations in Intimate Venue


Enjoy a program of hymns, anthems, and voluntaries for the organ.
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Sun, Feb 22
4:00 pm
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Concerts, February 22, 2026, 02/22/2026, Serene Organ Meditations in Intimate Venue

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.
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5:00 pm
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Museumss, February 22, 2026, 02/22/2026, Historical and Modern Design Spanning Centuries

Classical Music | Carnegie Hall-Featured Pianist Performs Works by Robert Schumann in a Beautiful Church


Pianist Ching-Yi performs two pieces by Robert Schumann. Program: Robert Schumann (1810-1856) Kreisleriana, Op. 16 Robert Schumann (1810-1856) Symphonische Etuden, Op. 13
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Sun, Feb 22
5:15 pm
Free
Concerts, February 22, 2026, 02/22/2026, Carnegie Hall-Featured Pianist Performs Works by Robert Schumann in a Beautiful Church

Concert | Sufjan Stevens' Ensemble Works


Enjoy an ensemble concert exploring the music of Sufjan Stevens, directed by Sofia Belaya.
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Sun, Feb 22
6:00 pm
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Concerts, February 22, 2026, 02/22/2026, Sufjan Stevens' Ensemble Works

Classical Music | Piano Works by Ravel, Debussy, Rachmaninoff, & More


Enjoy works by Ravel, Debussy, Griffes, Rachmaninoff, Granados, Messiaen, Copland, Tan Dun, Aldo Lopez Gavilan, and A Bu, performed by Mannes musicians.
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Sun, Feb 22
7:30 pm
Free
Concerts, February 22, 2026, 02/22/2026, Piano Works by Ravel, Debussy, Rachmaninoff, & More

Concert | Live Acoustic Evening


Enjoy an evening of live acoustic music with Ditto.
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Sun, Feb 22
8:00 pm
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Concerts, February 22, 2026, 02/22/2026, Live Acoustic Evening

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.
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Mon, Feb 23
9:45 am
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Workshops, February 23, 2026, 02/23/2026, Start the Day with Morning Meditation

Museums | Exploring Art, History, and Global Cultures in a Landmark Museum


Spend time exploring a world-renowned collection spanning centuries of art, design, and cultural history. From ancient artifacts to iconic masterpieces, these galleries invite slow looking, discovery, and reflection across works that connect global traditions, artistic innovation, and human stories.
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10:00 am
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Museumss, February 23, 2026, 02/23/2026, Exploring Art, History, and Global Cultures in a Landmark Museum

Tour | All About the Garment District: Fashion, History, Immigrants


Join born and raised New Yorker, Mike, in exploring the Garment District of New York. Learn about the apparel industry developed in New York and how it came to be located in its current district. Expect to hear about iconic designers Ralph, Oscar, and Calvin, as well as the Gangsters and Labor Unions that shaped New York and this District. Tour Guide Mike has spent the greater portion of his life working in the Garment industry himself -- expect first-hand anecdotes and wisdom
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10:30 am
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Tours, February 23, 2026, 02/23/2026, All About the Garment District: Fashion, History, Immigrants

Workshop | Fiber/Textile Arts Meetup


Are you a knitter? Do you like to crochet? Maybe you like a different type of fiber art? Whichever it is, bring your supplies and lose yourself in the meditative world of creating art with fiber. Invite your friends, or make new connections there. This is a meet-up, not a class.
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1:00 pm
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Workshops, February 23, 2026, 02/23/2026, Fiber/Textile Arts Meetup

Master Class | Learn the Ins & Outs of Great Collaborative Piano Performance


Pianist Kyung-A Yoo--foculty member with the Townsend School of Music--imparts skills and techniques for collaborative piano mastery.
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1:00 pm
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Concerts, February 23, 2026, 02/23/2026, Learn the Ins & Outs of Great Collaborative Piano Performance

Workshop | Explore lenses To Elevate Your Photography


Deciding which lens to use can be overwhelming given the many options available. Award-winning photographer Tony Gale will explain the practical differences between zoom and prime lenses, the impact of various focal lengths, and what it means for a lens to be "fast." He will also discuss when a professional-grade lens is necessary. This session focuses on the Sony lens lineup and provides clear answers to help you choose the best lenses for your photography.
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2:00 pm
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Workshops, February 23, 2026, 02/23/2026, Explore lenses To Elevate Your Photography

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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2:00 pm
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Talk | Experts Speak on Fashion & Italian Cultural Heritage


This event features speakers on the subject of fashion museums, material culture, and cultural heritage as drivers of value in Italy. OPENING REMARKS Barbara Faedda (Executive Director, Italian Academy) SPEAKERS Eugenia Paulicelli (Professor of Italian Studies, Comparative Literature, and Women's Studies at Queens College and The CUNY Graduate Center); Fashion, cultural heritage, and "Made in Italy" Samuele Briatore (Assistant Professor at Sapienza University of Rome); The plural value of Italian fashion museums: from inventory to cultural mapping Romana Ando (Associate Professor at Sapienza University of Rome, Head of the Master Programme in Fashion Theory and Practices); From cultural policy to integrated heritage-industry strategy Francesca Granata (Associate Professor in the School of Art and Design History and Theory at Parsons School of Design); Fashion criticism: a delay in legitimization
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Mon, Feb 23
5:00 pm
Free
Talks, February 23, 2026, 02/23/2026, Experts Speak on Fashion & Italian Cultural Heritage

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.
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Museumss, February 23, 2026, 02/23/2026, Historical and Modern Design Spanning Centuries

Jazz | New Ensemble Standards by Women


Ensemble explores new standards by women composers, directed by Allison Miller and Carmen Staaf.
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5:00 pm
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Concerts, February 23, 2026, 02/23/2026, New Ensemble Standards by Women

Discussion | Researchers Discuss the Landscape of African Theatre


What is African theatre today? Bob Vorlicky and Judy Miller have some answers to that question through their work as editors and translators of contemporary African plays. Vorlicky brings to light the otherwise neglected work of eight African women playwrights from seven different countries and linguistic spheres. He explores the politics of translating indigenous languages into English. Miller surveys exemplary works of Francophone African authors from the immediate post-colonial period to the present. She also addresses the difficulties of translating these works for the American stage.
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Discussions, February 23, 2026, 02/23/2026, Researchers Discuss&nbsp;the Landscape of African Theatre

Film | On the Beach (1959): Classic  Apocalyptic Sci-Fi Drama with All-Star Old Hollywood Cast


After a global nuclear war, the residents of Australia must come to terms with the fact that all life will be destroyed in a matter of months. Director: Stanley Kramer Cast: Gregory Peck, Ava Gardner, Fred Astaire, Anthony Perkins, Donna Anderson
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Films, February 23, 2026, 02/23/2026, On the Beach (1959): Classic&nbsp;&nbsp;Apocalyptic Sci-Fi&nbsp;Drama&nbsp;with All-Star Old Hollywood Cast

Museums | Explore Memorial Museum and Reconnect with History


Reconnect with the feeling of community and cohesion that blanketed our city and nation in the wake of 9/11. This is a monument to human dignity, courage, and sacrifice, this museum honors the nearly 3,000 people killed in the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001 and February 26, 1993, recognizes the courage of those who survived, and salutes those who risked their lives to help others.
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5:30 pm
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Museumss, February 23, 2026, 02/23/2026, Explore Memorial Museum and Reconnect with History

Book Discussion | Angela Flournoy Shares Her New Book, The Wilderness (In Person AND Online!)


WNYC's Alison Stewart and Angela Flournoy have live conversation about her newest book, The Wilderness. Angela Flournoy's The Wilderness is an era-defining novel about five Black women over the course of their twenty-year friendship, as they move through the dizzying and sometimes precarious period between young adulthood and midlife.
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Book Discussions, February 23, 2026, 02/23/2026, Angela Flournoy Shares Her New Book, The Wilderness (In Person AND Online!)

Discussion | Creatives Reflect on Robert Rauschenberg’s Impact on the Stage & Dance History


This conversation revolves around artists’ creative intersections, reflecting on Robert Rauschenberg’s impact on the stage, and the vital role of archives in preserving and reimagining dance history. As part of Robert Rauschenberg's centennial celebrations, hear a conversation exploring the artist’s creative relationships with Trisha Brown and Merce Cunningham and the lasting impact of their collaborations on both dance and visual art.  Moderated by Merce Cunningham Trust Scholar-in-Residence Nancy Dalva, this talk brings together leaders who now steward and shape those legacies:  Carolyn Lucas, Associate Artistic Director, Trisha Brown Dance Company Andrea Weber, Director of Licensing and Operations Manager, Merce Cunningham Trust Francine Snyder, Director of Archives, Robert Rauschenberg Foundation  
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6:00 pm
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Discussions, February 23, 2026, 02/23/2026, Creatives Reflect on&nbsp;Robert Rauschenberg&rsquo;s Impact on the Stage & Dance History

Workshop | Learn & Practice Chess with an Expert


Learn to play chess or develop your strategies with chess expert Tamar Chanadiri from the Marshall Chess Club. Participants are encouraged to attend all sessions, as each one builds on the previous. Bring a friend or join on your own--all levels and ages are welcome! Chess sets are provided but you're welcome to bring your own. From 6-7 PM Tamar will provide instruction for beginner-level players. From 7-8 PM there will be open play for all levels.
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Workshops, February 23, 2026, 02/23/2026, Learn & Practice Chess with an Expert

Screening | Counted Out (2024): Docuemtnary about 21st-Century Algorithms (+ Panel Discussion)


Experience a screening and panel discussion for the film Counted Out, which explores the role of mathematics in our lives. The film's byline states: In the 21st century, fueled by technology, data, and algorithms, math determines who has the power to shape our world. Through individual stories and explorations of mathematical topics, the film demonstrates how math affects the news we see, the power of our votes, the education we receive, and the jobs that await us. Director: Vicki Abeles The panel discussion will explore these ideas as well as the crucial role numeric literacy plays for us individually and as a society.
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Screenings, February 23, 2026, 02/23/2026, Counted Out (2024): Docuemtnary about 21st-Century Algorithms (+ Panel Discussion)

Concert | Improvised Music Exploring Memory, Sound, & Identity in Rwandan Culture


This event is a site-specific, improvisational performance exploring the intersections of memory, sound, and identity. Building on a partnership established in 2017, Rwandan artist 1Key and German collective Sounding Situations bridge Rwandan heritage with contemporary experimental forms to challenge colonial legacies and reclaim the power of self-definition. Rejecting traditional performance hierarchies, the project transforms space into an immersive acoustic environment. 1Key’s multilingual poetry and guitar looping merge with Milena Kipfmüller’s experimental compositions. There is no script; the performance relies on instant discourse, creating a narrative where archival recordings dating back to 1907 and live composition coexist.
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Concerts, February 23, 2026, 02/23/2026, Improvised Music Exploring Memory, Sound, & Identity in Rwandan Culture

Discussion | The Intersection of Mathematics and Theater (Online!) 


Participate in an online discussion of Tom Stoppard’s Arcadia, exploring the connections between math and theater. Actors Caitlyn Duffy and Jackson Prince help bring the play to life, highlighting how mathematical ideas can shape human stories. Familiarity with the play is recommended.
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Workshop | Retro Music Dance Fitness


Come dance to classic pop tunes: Top 40, Disco, Electronic and more! This class is 45 minutes of peppy beats to enhance your cardio conditioning. A low-impact and fun workout; it is open to any fitness level. Let's dance away blue Monday! Instructor: Patricia Collins
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Workshops, February 23, 2026, 02/23/2026, Retro Music Dance Fitness

Classical Music | CANCELLED: Double Bass Works by Haydn, Bottesini, Piazzolla, & More (In Person AND Online!)


Manhattan School of Music faculty member Blake Hinson, double bass, performs a series of pieces my composers of various musical periods. Program: Astor Piazzolla (1921-1992) Le grande Tango Behzad Ranjbaran (1955-) Elegy Florence Price (1887-1953) Deserted garden/Elfentanz Giovanni Bottesini (1821-1889) Capriccio Alla Chopin Edgar Meyer (1960-) Amalgamations Joseph Haydn (1732-1809) Divertimento
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Concerts, February 23, 2026, 02/23/2026, CANCELLED: Double Bass Works by Haydn, Bottesini, Piazzolla, & More (In Person AND Online!)

Classical Music | Romantic, Modern, & Contemporary Orchestral Works at Iconic Venue


Mannes Orchestra performs an evening of dynamic and innovative music, performing works by Marion Bauer, Conrad Tao, and John Adams. This performance features The Westerlies, the acclaimed brass quartet and Ensemble-in-Residence at the School of Jazz and Contemporary Music at The New School in the NY Premiere of Conrad Tao’s Concerto for Westerlies.  Program: Marion Bauer (1882-1955) Sun Splendor Conrad Tao (1994-) Concerto for Westerlies *NY PREMIERE John Adams (1947-) Harmonielehre 
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Concerts, February 23, 2026, 02/23/2026, Romantic, Modern, & Contemporary Orchestral Works at Iconic Venue

Workshop | Central Park Running Session (All Levels Welcome)


If you prefer not to run alone or are looking to improve your running performance, you can run with a club! Open to runners of all levels. Weekly changed routes through the park. Coaches, training, running company and inspiration!
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6:30 am
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Workshops, February 24, 2026, 02/24/2026, Central Park Running&nbsp;Session (All Levels Welcome)

Workshop | Adult Zumba


Featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography. Work on your balance, coordination and range of motion.
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Tue, Feb 24
10:30 am
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Classical Music | Afternoon Bach


Take a momentary respite from a busy day to enjoy a selection of organ works by Johann Sebastian Bach in an intimate venue.
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Tue, Feb 24
12:20 pm
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Concerts, February 24, 2026, 02/24/2026, Afternoon Bach

Film | Coming to America (1988): Romantic Comedy with Eddie Murphy


An extremely pampered African prince travels to Queens, New York, and goes undercover to find a wife that he can respect for her intelligence and strong will. Director: John Landis Cast: Eddie Murphy, Arsenio Hall, James Earl Jones, John Amos, Madge Sinclair Eddie Murphy is an American actor, comedian, and singer who shot to fame on Saturday Night Live, for which he was a regular cast member from 1980 to 1984. He is widely recognized as one of the greatest comedians of all time. Murphy received a Grammy Award and an Emmy Award. In 2015, Murphy was honored with the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor, and in 2023 the Golden Globe Cecil B. DeMille Award.
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Films, February 24, 2026, 02/24/2026, Coming to America (1988): Romantic Comedy with Eddie Murphy

Concert | Black History Month Celebration: Organ Music with an Award Winning Musician 


Celebrate Black History Month with organist Trent Johnson as he revives the Museum’s historic Appleton Organ. Johnson, an award-winning composer and Radio City Music Hall organist, delivers a performance that combines creativity and a rich musical heritage.
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Concerts, February 24, 2026, 02/24/2026, Black History Month Celebration: Organ Music with an Award Winning Musician&nbsp;

Book Club | Discuss Colored Television by Danzy Senna


Speak about Colored Television by Danzy Senna with a group!  A brilliant take on love and ambition, failure and reinvention, and the racial-identity-industrial complex from the bestselling author of Caucasia.
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Book Clubs, February 24, 2026, 02/24/2026, Discuss&nbsp;Colored Television&nbsp;by Danzy Senna

Film | Bob Marley: One Love (2024), Reggae Biopic


The story of how reggae icon Bob Marley overcame adversity, and the journey behind his revolutionary music. Director: Reinaldo Marcus Green Cast: Robert Teitel, Dede Gardner, Jeremy Kleiner, Ziggy Marley, Rita Marley, Cedella Marley
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Films, February 24, 2026, 02/24/2026, Bob Marley: One Love (2024), Reggae Biopic

Workshop | Mah Jongg & More


A dedicated group of adult American Mah Jongg enthusiasts for friendly and informal games, or try your hand at other card and board games. Make friends and catch up with neighbors. Sets, cards, and games provided, or bring your own.
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2:00 pm
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Workshops, February 24, 2026, 02/24/2026, Mah Jongg & More

Film | She Rides Shotgun (2025): Crime Thriller


A girl marked for death must fight and steal to stay alive, learning from the most frightening man she knows; her father. An adaptation of Jordan Harper's award winning novel. Director: Nick Rowland Cast: Taron Egerton, Ana Sophia Heger, Rob Yang, Odessa A'zion, David Lyons
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3:00 pm
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Films, February 24, 2026, 02/24/2026, She Rides Shotgun (2025): Crime Thriller

Gallery Talk | Exploring the Arts of Oceania with Museum Experts


Join curators and scholars for an in-depth look at selected works from the Arts of Oceania. Hear new insights, untold stories, and engage with the collection in a closer, expert-led gallery experience.
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Gallery Talks, February 24, 2026, 02/24/2026, Exploring the Arts of Oceania with Museum Experts

Author Reading | Author & Illustrator Duo Share Their New Children's Book, Emily Saw a Door


Celebrate the launch of Emily Saw a Door with author Mel Rosenberg and illustrator Orit Magia. Knock, knock. Who’s there? It’s me, Emily. May I come in? And so begins Emily’s search for a door that will open. The first door is blue, and the voice behind the door tells Emily that she doesn’t sound very bluish. The second door says it only opens for tigers, crocodiles, and snakes. But she is a girl named Emily– and the animals are hungry–and so she moves on. The third is only for people who speak very quietly, and the door can hear Emily. Finally, Emily comes to a place without a door. She gets out her chalk and draws one, then adds a doorknob, and goes right in. And when someone knocks on her door, she says, “The door is open!” Here is a wonderful book about inclusion, acceptance, and opening doors for others.
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Author Readings, February 24, 2026, 02/24/2026, Author & Illustrator Duo Share Their New Children's Book,&nbsp;Emily Saw a Door

Film | Buffalo '66 (1998): Indie Romantic Comedy-Drama


A man just released from prison visits his parents in Buffalo. He convinces a woman to impersonate his wife. Director: Vincent Gallo Cast: Vincent Gallo, Christina Ricci, Ben Gazzara, Mickey Rourke, Rosanna Arquette
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Films, February 24, 2026, 02/24/2026, Buffalo '66 (1998): Indie&nbsp;Romantic Comedy-Drama

Discussion | Two-Panel Program Exploring Amazonian Art & Literature


This two-panel program examines diverse artistic and literary perspectives from across the Amazonian territory. The first panel will introduce the core objectives and selected research initiatives of the project Connecting the Amazon Border. Project Directors Maria Berbara, Patricia Zalamea, and Carmen Fernández-Salvador, together with Amazonia Açu co-curator and project contributor Diana Iturralde, will explore key dimensions of Amazonian visual culture across a broad historical span, from the sixteenth to the twenty-first centuries. The discussion will address topics such as cartographic imaginaries, processes of musealization, and colonial artistic production. The second panel centers on contemporary poetic and literary voices from the Amazon region. Focusing on the Amazon basin anthology (volume 3) of Ruge el bosque, a project about environmental and plurilingual poetics organized as a series of regional anthologies. This panel conversation will feature its Project Director and Editor Valeria Meiller in dialogue with Joseph M. Pierce, associate professor and founding director of Native American and Indigenous Studies initiative at Stony Brook University. The panel will also include poetry readings by poets María Clara Sharupi Jua and Elías Caurey Caurey, presented via video in Shuar and Guaraní, respectively.
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Discussions, February 24, 2026, 02/24/2026, Two-Panel Program Exploring Amazonian Art & Literature

Classical Music | Contemporary Organ Works (In Person AND Online!)


Columbia composers present newly-composed works for MIDI organ, in which the St. Paul's Chapel organ is controlled by MIDI signals sent from a computer.
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Concerts, February 24, 2026, 02/24/2026, Contemporary Organ Works (In Person AND Online!)

Classical Music | Coral Works by Poulenc, Grieg, & More


Expect to be deeply moved by the soprano and alto voices of the Trinity Choir during this evening of choral music. With Hildegard von Bingen’s luminous Ave generosa at its center, the program also presents Francis Poulenc’s Litanies à la Vierge noire and Marian gems by Maurice Duruflé, Bernat Vivancos, Edvard Grieg, and Ola Chesnokov. A trio of newer composers (Zanaida Stewart Robles, Ily Matthew Maniano, and Margaret Rizza) add their perspectives to timeless themes of mercy, devotion, and divine joy.  With Alcée Chriss III, organ, and Melissa Attebury, conductor.
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Concerts, February 24, 2026, 02/24/2026, Coral Works by Poulenc, Grieg, & More

Lecture | Innovation and Industry Along New York’s Waterfronts (Online!) 


Learn how key waterfront areas evolved from strategic landscapes during the American Revolution into major centers of industry and invention through the 20th century. Centering on the legacy of a pioneering American engineer, the discussion highlights how these shorelines helped define the city’s and the nation’s development.
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Lectures, February 24, 2026, 02/24/2026, Innovation and Industry Along New York&rsquo;s Waterfronts (Online!)&nbsp;

Opening Reception | Multi-Artist Exhibition Exploring Connections & Intimicacies


In recognition of Valentine’s Day, this exhibition explores relationships with family, friends, and four-legged friends. Celebrate these connections that shape our lives: from the bonds forged in childhood, to the enduring
ties of life experience.
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Opening Receptions, February 24, 2026, 02/24/2026, Multi-Artist Exhibition Exploring Connections & Intimicacies

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, February 24, 2026, 02/24/2026, Play Bridge in a Stress-Free Environment

Author Reading | Young Adult Author Corey Ann Haydu Shares Her Books & Discusses Her Craft


Attend a reading and conversation with author Corey Ann Haydu (OCD Love Story, Eventown) as she sits down with Emily X.R. Pan (The Astonishing Color of After) to talk about process, craft, working across genres and categories, and maintaining a creative life.
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Author Readings, February 24, 2026, 02/24/2026, Young Adult Author Corey Ann Haydu Shares Her Books & Discusses Her Craft

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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6:30 pm
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Workshops, February 24, 2026, 02/24/2026, Origami Group Meet-Up

Book Discussion | Photographer David Katzenstein Shares His New Book, Distant Journeys 


Steeped in documentary and reportage photography tradition, David Katzenstein imbues his work with immediacy, emotional engagement, and a deep respect for his subjects. Distant Journeys is a chronicle of humanity throughout the world developed over a forty-nine-year career. His photographs allow his first-hand experience of cultures and peoples to be shared with the audience as though they were present at the scene. David will present a visual presentation of some of the work and recount some of his experiences travelling the world in search of cultures and peoples. The book will be available for purchase.
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Book Discussions, February 24, 2026, 02/24/2026, Photographer David Katzenstein Shares His New Book,&nbsp;Distant Journeys&nbsp;

Book Discussion | Artist Launches Her New Graphic Novel, Just Between Us


Adeline Kon launches her new graphic novel, Just Between Us, in conversation with illustrator Sylvia Bi. In this gorgeous debut graphic novel, Lydia tries to fall back in love with figure skating without falling for her competition. Adeline Kon is a freelance illustrator and designer, and Just Between Us is their debut graphic novel.
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Book Discussions, February 24, 2026, 02/24/2026, Artist Launches Her New Graphic Novel,&nbsp;Just Between Us

Classical Music | Diverse Chamber & Vocal Works


Performances by Julian Schwarz, cello, Marika Bournaki, piano, Peter Sirotin and Daniel Kurganov, violins, Colin Brookes, viola, and Ori Marcu, mezzo-soprano, will feature a variety of chamber and vocal music by Leo Zeitlin, alongside works by composers with whom he was in dialogue, including Joseph Achron, Alexander Krein, Joachim Stutschewsky, Mikhail Gnesin, Lazare Saminsky, Joel Engel, Alexander Zhitomirsky, and Michael Lewin.
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Concerts, February 24, 2026, 02/24/2026, Diverse Chamber & Vocal Works

Classical Music | Piano Works by Rachmaninoff, Rossini, & More (In Person AND Online!)


Manhattan School of Music's Faculty Pianists Wael Farouk, Joanne Polk, and William Wolfram perform a series of pieces by various composers. Program: Sergei Rachmaninoff (1873-1943) Suite No. 2, Op. 17 Amr Okba One Coin and Two Sides (World Premiere) Anton Arensky (1861-1906) Suite No. 1 for Two Pianos, Op. 15 Gioachino Rossini (1792-1868) (arr. D. Krug) The Barber of Seville Fantasie for piano six hands
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Tue, Feb 24
7:30 pm
Free
Concerts, February 24, 2026, 02/24/2026, Piano Works by Rachmaninoff, Rossini, & More (In Person AND Online!)

Jazz | Radiohead Favorites, Performed by Ensemble 


This ensemble concert features the music of Radiohead, directed by Wayne Jones.
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8:00 pm
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Concerts, February 24, 2026, 02/24/2026, Radiohead Favorites, Performed by Ensemble&nbsp;

Workshop | Central Park Running Session (All Levels Welcome)


If you prefer not to run alone or are looking to improve your running performance, you can run with a club! Open to runners of all levels. Weekly changed routes through the park. Coaches, training, running company and inspiration!
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6:30 am
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Workshops, February 25, 2026, 02/25/2026, Central Park Running&nbsp;Session (All Levels Welcome)

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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Wed, Feb 25
10:00 am
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Museumss, February 25, 2026, 02/25/2026, New York City: History, Architecture, Social Movements, Cultural Diversity

Workshop | Craft Session: Make a Twine Tray


Come make a DIY twine tray out of some colorful string and cardboard! You can use the tray to hold any small items or possessions and customize it however you like. All materials provided, limited to 10 participants. First come, first served. 
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11:00 am
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Workshops, February 25, 2026, 02/25/2026, Craft Session: Make a Twine Tray

Museums | Wednesday 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.
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11:30 am
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Museumss, February 25, 2026, 02/25/2026, Wednesday at a Unique Art Museum

Museums | If Fashion is of Interest to You...


Best known for its innovation and award-winning exhibitions, the museum has a permanent collection of more than 50,000 garments and accessories dating from the eighteenth century to the present.
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12:00 pm
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Museumss, February 25, 2026, 02/25/2026, If Fashion is of Interest to You...

Master Class | Learn the Ins & Outs of Great Violin Performance


Violinist Carol Lieberman--modern and Baroque violin instructor with Boston University--imparts the skills and techniques for violin mastery.
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12:00 pm
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Concerts, February 25, 2026, 02/25/2026, Learn the Ins & Outs of Great Violin Performance

Book Discussion | Writing Under Confinement in the Nazi Ghettos (Online!) 


Author and scholar Sven-Erik Rose discusses literature written by Jewish authors imprisoned in the Warsaw, Łódź, and Vilna ghettos. Drawing from poetry and prose created under extreme repression, the talk examines how writers processed trauma, survival, and witness through literary form. This virtual program reflects on literature as both resistance and record.
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12:00 pm
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Book Discussions, February 25, 2026, 02/25/2026, Writing Under Confinement in the Nazi Ghettos (Online!)&nbsp;

Classical Music | Afternoon Bach


Take a momentary respite from a busy day to enjoy a selection of organ works by Johann Sebastian Bach in an intimate venue.
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12:20 pm
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Concerts, February 25, 2026, 02/25/2026, Afternoon Bach

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, February 25, 2026, 02/25/2026, Adult Chorus Session Open to All

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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1:30 pm
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Workshop | Draw the Human Figure


Challenge your artistic skills by drawing the human figure. Each week a model will strike short and long poses for participants to draw. Artists/ educators will offer constructive suggestions and critique. Materials provided, and artists are encouraged to bring their own favorite media.
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Workshops, February 25, 2026, 02/25/2026, Draw the Human Figure

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. This guided tour is first-come, first-served. It 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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Tours, February 25, 2026, 02/25/2026, Historical House of The Distinguished American President of the Early 20th Century

Discussion | Experts Discuss Brazil's Political Future


This panel examines Brazil’s political, social, and economic challenges as the country prepares for the 2026 elections amid polarization, violence, and shifting global pressures. Brazil stands at the precipice of a critical and challenging year. In October 2026, 79-year old Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva will run for president for his fourth term as president after a tumultuous period in Brazilian history that included a presidential impeachment, the right-wing populist presidency in Jair Bolsonaro, and a coup attempt. After winning the 2022 elections by a narrow margin, Da Silva’s allies were widely turned out of office in the 2024 municipal elections. International political and trade tensions with the US have further complicated matters domestically. Crime and violence continue to affect the country, most notably with the recent murder of 120 at the hands of police on the north side of Rio de Janeiro.
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Discussions, February 25, 2026, 02/25/2026, Experts Discuss Brazil's Political Future

Talk | Wildlife Photographer Discusses His Experiences in the Everglades


Enjoy an exciting look at what it’s like to photograph birds in the Everglades. During this session, nature photographer Matt Matkin will share why he first got into bird photography and the real-world challenges that come with a dedicated wildlife shoot. You will hear about his favorite moments from his recent trip to the Everglades and learn his personal approach to capturing great photos of birds in action. Matt will also walk you through the specific gear he used while out in the field. Whether you are a beginner or a pro, you will leave with new tips and plenty of inspiration for your next adventure!
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Talks, February 25, 2026, 02/25/2026, Wildlife Photographer Discusses His Experiences in the Everglades

Gallery Talk | Learn How a Historic Mansion Turned into a Museum


Join a museum educator for a brief gallery talk tracing how a Gilded Age mansion was transformed into a world-class art museum.
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4:30 pm
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Gallery Talks, February 25, 2026, 02/25/2026, Learn How a Historic Mansion Turned into a Museum

Concert | Experts Discuss Flamenco Music's History in the Village (In Person AND Online!)


Attend a discussion of flamenco's rich history in "the Village." Flamenco scholar K. Meira Goldberg and cultural historian Elijah Wald (author of Dylan Goes Electric!) explore how "the Village" became a hub of artistic experimentation -- the birthplace of the Beat Generation, the 1960s counterculture, and various avant-garde movements. They discuss its rich tapestry of urban bohemia, where small presses, art galleries, and theater and music venues flourished, giving rise to an alternative culture including the queer movement and a thriving flamenco scene, which developed alongside the more famous folk scene. Goldberg is a flamenco performer, choreographer, teacher, and author of Sonidos Negros: On the Blackness of Flamenco. Wald is a musician and writer whose book about Bob Dylan served as the inspiration for the film A Complete Unknown.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Wed, Feb 25
5:00 pm
Free
Concerts, February 25, 2026, 02/25/2026, Experts Discuss Flamenco Music's History in the Village (In Person AND Online!)

Book Discussion | Award-Winning Author Shares Her New Essay Collection, We're Alone


National Book Award Finalist Edwidge Danticat talks with literature professor Brent Hayes Edwards about We’re Alone, her recent book of essays that trace a loose arc from her childhood to the COVID-19 pandemic and recent events in Haiti, and include personal narrative, reportage, and tributes to mentors and heroes such as Toni Morrison, Paule Marshall, Gabriel García Márquez, and James Baldwin. The essays explore several abiding themes: environmental catastrophe, the traumas of colonialism, motherhood, and the complexities of resilience, moving from the personal to the global and back again. We’re Alone is a book that asks us to think through some of the world’s intractable problems while deepening our understanding of one of the most significant novelists at work today. We’re Alone has garnered high critical praise and was a Finalist for the 2025 National Book Critics Circle for Nonfiction, and named by NPR.org, Publishers Weekly, and Electric Literature Best Book of 2024.
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Book Discussions, February 25, 2026, 02/25/2026, Award-Winning Author Shares Her New Essay Collection,&nbsp;We're Alone

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: o Improving memory and focus o Enhancing critical thinking skills o Making connections o Reducing stress (and screen time!)
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Book Discussion | Quiet Reading Meet Up


Bring a book or check one out of the library to read to yourself for one hour. After that, spend an hour socializing with those around you!
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Book Discussions, February 25, 2026, 02/25/2026, Quiet Reading Meet Up

Lecture | Architect & Urban Conservationist Explores the Indian Architecture Landscape (In Person AND Online!)


Architect and urban conservationist Brinda Somaya draws on her decades of experience to explore the idea that architecture is not just about buildings and aesthetics but also about people, politics and social responsibility. In conversation with architects Jeanne Gang and Billie Tsien and CEO of World Monuments Fund (WMF) Benedicte de Montlaur, Somaya will explore how new buildings can arise from historic settings, honoring the past while meeting the needs of the present and future. Together, they will reflect on the architect's role, underscoring how thoughtful design can bridge heritage conservation and community engagement. Shaped by Hindu, Jain, Buddhist, Islamic, colonial, and modernist traditions, India's built environment reflects centuries of cultural exchange and transformation. Today, architects in South Asia work across an extraordinary range of contexts--from informal settlements to heritage sites and from major corporate headquarters to public buildings. The region's architects navigate stark social and economic divides, with projects spanning conservation, cutting-edge design and grassroots engagement.
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Wed, Feb 25
6:30 pm
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Lectures, February 25, 2026, 02/25/2026, Architect & Urban Conservationist Explores the Indian Architecture Landscape (In Person AND Online!)

Book Discussion | Art Scholar Cat Dawson Shares Their New Book, Monumental


Professor and author Cat Dawson explores the shifting role of monuments in our culture, from those that have been recently toppled, to novel investigations of the form by a new generation of artists interested in how symbolic structures can be made and what stories they can tell. For centuries, monuments have telegraphed the values and origin myths of dominant culture in public space and on massive scale. They have signaled both who is part of a culture and who is not, often overlooking histories that complicate the stories they tell. Yet in the last 50 years in the United States, the role of monuments has changed significantly. Numerous historical monuments have been removed or toppled, bringing to the fore a long-repressed conversation about the relationship between the monumental landscape and national identity. In Monumental, Cat Dawson takes up the social, political, and art historical causes and ramifications of this important shift.
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Book Discussions, February 25, 2026, 02/25/2026, Art Scholar Cat Dawson Shares Their New Book,&nbsp;Monumental

Discussion | National Book Award-Winner Susan Choi Speaks about Her Craft & Career


The acclaimed novelist, Susan Choi, will be in conversation about her writing. Susan Choiis the author of Trust Exercise, which received the National Book Award for fiction, as well as the novels The Foreign Student, American Woman, A Person of Interest, and My Education, and her latest, Flashlight, published last June. She is a recipient of the Asian-American Literary Award for fiction, the PEN/W. G. Sebald Award, the Lambda Literary Award, the Sunday Times Audible Short Story Award, and fellowships from the National Endowment for the Arts and the Guggenheim Foundation. She teaches in the Writing Seminars at Johns Hopkins University and lives in Brooklyn. Reception to follow.
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Discussions, February 25, 2026, 02/25/2026, National Book Award-Winner Susan Choi Speaks about Her Craft & Career

Gallery Talk | Race, Power, and American Sculpture


The curatorial team discusses the exhibition’s examination of how sculpture has shaped and reflected ideas of race in the United States. Recently presented at a major American museum, the exhibition brought together 82 works created between the late 18th century and the present, spanning materials from bronze and marble to paper, hair, and found objects. The talk offers insight into the curatorial process and the historical narratives embedded in American sculpture.
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Gallery Talks, February 25, 2026, 02/25/2026, Race, Power, and American Sculpture

Book Discussion | Scholar Shares His New Nonfiction Book, Who's Allowed To Protest?


Enjoy a conversation with scholar, author, and academic Bruce Robbins to celebrate the release of his new book, Who's Allowed to Protest? Who's Allowed to Protest? is the essential guide for understanding why some political voices are amplified, others are silenced, and how the fight over “who’s too elite” to dissent will determine our democratic fates. Why do charges of “privilege” haunt every new protest wave? In this electrifying blend of short history and manifesto, Columbia University professor Bruce Robbins picks apart the insult that demonstrators are merely elite status-seekers—and shows why the same complaints surfaced against Vietnam-era marchers, Iraq War protesters, and, most recently, the Gaza encampments that shook campuses nationwide.
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Book Discussions, February 25, 2026, 02/25/2026, Scholar Shares His New Nonfiction Book,&nbsp;Who's Allowed To Protest?

Classical Music | Operatic Works by Barber & More (In Person AND Online!)


Manhattan School of Music Symphony Orchestra and Manhattan School of Music Opera Theatre perform operatic pieces by famous composers from the Romantic and Modern musical periods. Program: Lili Boulanger (1893-1918) D'un matin de printemps Samuel Barber (1910-1981) Symphony No. 1 in One Movement, Op. 9 Georges Bizet (1838-1875) Selections from Carmen
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Wed, Feb 25
7:30 pm
Free
Concerts, February 25, 2026, 02/25/2026, Operatic Works by Barber & More (In Person AND Online!)

Workshop | Central Park Running Session (All Levels Welcome)


If you prefer not to run alone or are looking to improve your running performance, you can run with a club! Open to runners of all levels. Weekly changed routes through the park. Coaches, training, running company and inspiration!
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Thu, Feb 26
6:30 am
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Workshops, February 26, 2026, 02/26/2026, Central Park Running&nbsp;Session (All Levels Welcome)

Film | Lady Sings the Blues (1972): Classic Biographical Musical Drama about Billie Holiday with Diana Ross & Richard Pryor


Pop star Diana Ross portrays legendary jazz singer Billie Holiday in this biographical drama. Beginning with Holiday's traumatic youth, the film depicts her early attempts at a singing career and her eventual rise to stardom, as well as her difficult relationship with Louis McKay, her boyfriend and manager. Casting a shadow over even Holiday's brightest moments is the vocalist's severe drug addiction, which threatens to end both her career and her life. Director: Sidney J. Furie Cast: Diana Ross, Billy Dee Williams, Richard Pryor Diana Ross is an American singer and actress who was the lead singer of The Supremes. They became Motown's most successful act during the 1960s and one of the world's best-selling girl groups of all time. Ross has also achieved mainstream success and recognition as an actress. Her first role was her Golden Globe Award-winning and Academy Award-nominated portrayal of Billie Holiday in the film Lady Sings the Blues (1972), becoming the first African-American actress to receive an Academy Award nomination for a debut film performance; she also recorded its soundtrack, which became her only solo album to reach number one on the U.S. Billboard 200 chart. Richard Pryor was an American stand-up comedian and actor. Known for reaching a broad audience with his trenchant observations and storytelling style, he is widely regarded as one of the greatest and most influential comedians of all time. Pryor won a Primetime Emmy Award and five Grammy Awards. He received the first Kennedy Center Mark Twain Prize for American Humor in 1998 and the Writers Guild of America Award in 1974. He was listed at number one on Comedy Central's list of all-time greatest stand-up comedians. In 2017, Rolling Stone ranked him first on its list of the 50 best stand-up comics of all time.
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11:00 am
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Films, February 26, 2026, 02/26/2026, Lady Sings the Blues (1972): Classic Biographical Musical Drama about Billie Holiday with Diana Ross & Richard Pryor

Classical Music | Afternoon Bach


Take a momentary respite from a busy day to enjoy a selection of organ works by Johann Sebastian Bach in an intimate venue.
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Thu, Feb 26
12:20 pm
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Concerts, February 26, 2026, 02/26/2026, Afternoon Bach

Film | Back Street (1961): Classic Romantic Drama with Susan Hayward


The story follows two lovers who have limited opportunities to get together because one of them is married. Director: David Miller Cast: Susan Hayward, John Gavin, Vera Miles Susan Hayward was a film actress who became a popular star during the 1940s and '50s known for playing courageous women fighting to overcome adversity. She was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actress five times, winning it once.
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Thu, Feb 26
1:00 pm
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Films, February 26, 2026, 02/26/2026, Back Street (1961): Classic Romantic Drama with Susan Hayward

Classical Music | Baroque Italian Works Exploring Love (In Person AND Online!)


Lazzuli Baroque (Rocky Duval, mezzo-soprano, Luce Burrell, lute, Keiran Campbell, violoncello) performs their program, Viaggio d’Amore, which features music from early 17th-century Italy. The program explores the tenuous nature of love and takes the audience through the stages of love: longing, infatuation, stability, fights, breakups, and even a happy ending.
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1:15 pm
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Concerts, February 26, 2026, 02/26/2026, Baroque Italian Works Exploring Love (In Person AND Online!)

Master Class | Explore the Ins & Outsof  Great Orchestral Performance


Flutist Herman van Kogelenberg--Principal Flute of the Munich Philharmonic--imparts techniques and skills for orchstral performance mastery.
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Concerts, February 26, 2026, 02/26/2026, Explore the Ins & Outsof&nbsp; Great Orchestral Performance

Master Class | Learn the Ins & Outs of Great Violin Performance


Teng Li--principal violist of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra--imparts skills and techniques for violin mastery.
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Concerts, February 26, 2026, 02/26/2026, Learn the Ins & Outs of Great Violin Performance

Book Discussion | CNN Correspondent Shares Her New Book, My Russia


Hear a book talk by CNN's Jill Dougherty on My Russia: What I Saw Inside the Kremlin. Moderated by Elise Giuliano. My Russia reveals CNN’s Jill Dougherty’s transformative journey from a Cold War-era obsession with Russia to witnessing firsthand the rise of Vladimir Putin and the unraveling of a nation she grew to love. My Russia charts Russia’s evolution through the eyes of an American with rare insight into Russia, its people, and its leaders.
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4:15 pm
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Book Discussions, February 26, 2026, 02/26/2026, CNN Correspondent Shares Her New Book,&nbsp;My Russia

Book Club | Talk about What We Can Know by Ian McEwan


Discuss What We Can Know by Ian McEwan with likeminded bookworms!  The novel is set almost a century in the future, in 2119, in a UK partially submerged by rising seas, and is centred on Tom Metcalfe, an academic at the fictional University of the South Downs,[3] who is investigating a lost poem, read aloud at a party in 2014.
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Book Clubs, February 26, 2026, 02/26/2026, Talk about&nbsp;What We Can Know by&nbsp;Ian McEwan

Museums | Thursday Evening Exploring the Photography Museum


This museum is the world’s leading institution dedicated to photography and visual culture. It was founded in 1974 to champion “concerned photography”—socially and politically minded images that can educate and change the world. Through its exhibitions, education programs, community outreach, and public programs, the museum offers an open forum for dialogue about the power of the image.
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5:00 pm
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Opening Reception | Evening Star: Multi-Artist, Immersive Exhibition Exploring Spiritual Ecology & Feminine Folk Wisdom


Experience an art exhibition with an immersive, socially-engaged wellness component rooted in matrifocal spiritual ecology and feminine folk wisdom.  Invoking shared cultural memory, stirring the colloquial imaginary around the themes of folk and neo-folk practices and aesthetics, archetypal memory, stars, magic, and wisdom of ancestors, Evening Star centers female energy as limitless, open-ended creative potential. This exhibition explores folk traditions evidenced in contemporary hybrid format—among the terrain we find matrifocal storytelling, folklore, herbalism, music and dance cultures, yoga, and ayurveda.  
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Opening Receptions, February 26, 2026, 02/26/2026, Evening Star: Multi-Artist, Immersive Exhibition Exploring Spiritual Ecology & Feminine Folk Wisdom

Opening Reception | Future Schools: Multi-Artist Exhibition Questioning Museums & Arts Education


Future Schools is an ambitious exhibition that seeks to question and redefine the role of contemporary museums and art academies. The exhibition aims to challenge and transform our understanding of arts education, exhibition practices, and the frameworks that facilitate them through the exploration of five key principles integral to the future of both schools and museums: Pedagogy, Representation, Collaboration, Dialogue, and Community. The exhibition brings together the work of many artists whose practices embody public-facing and community-engaged, long-term projects that model new forms of museological, organizational, and curatorial practices. The selection of artworks and projects will spotlight practitioners whose work transcends conventional boundaries and modes of pedagogical engagement, prompting renewed examination of their contributions to and influence on the artistic cultural landscape.
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Opening Receptions, February 26, 2026, 02/26/2026, Future Schools: Multi-Artist Exhibition Questioning Museums & Arts Education

Film | The Divine Lady (1928): Classic Historical Drama on French Revolutionary Wars


Complicated turns of fortune and romance carry a girl of a lower social rank to high society and then exile. A silent film released on the cusp of "talkies," this movie has no recorded dialogue, but some recorded sound and music. Director: Frank Lloyd Cast: Corinne Griffith, Victor Varconi, H.B. Warner, Ian Keith
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Thu, Feb 26
6:00 pm
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Films, February 26, 2026, 02/26/2026, The Divine Lady (1928): Classic Historical Drama on French Revolutionary Wars

Book Discussion | CNN Anchor Shares Her New Book, A Dream Deferred: Jesse Jackson and the Fight for Black Political Power


CNN anchor and author Abby Phillip will discuss her new book, A Dream Deferred: Jesse Jackson and the Fight for Black Political Power, which explores Jesse Jackson’s 1980s presidential campaigns and their lasting impact on Black political power.
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Book Discussions, February 26, 2026, 02/26/2026, CNN Anchor Shares Her New Book,&nbsp;A Dream Deferred: Jesse Jackson and the Fight for Black Political Power

Classical Music | Diverse String Works (In Person AND Online!)


Trio Fadolín is a new ensemble with a unique sonority — featuring Sabina Torosjan on violin, Valeriya Sholokhova on cello, and Ljova, performing on the fadolín — a new instrument that encompasses the range of the violin, viola, and most of the cello, finding its footing in an acoustic chamber music setting for the first time. Their repertoire includes works by Ukrainian composers Vasyl Barvinsky, Mykola Kolessa, and Miroslav Skoryk, Spanish-American composer Andrea Casarrubios, Estonian-American composer Lembit Beecher, folk music from Armenia, Denmark, Romania, Sweden and Uzbekistan, in addition to original works by our fadolínist, Ljova. 
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Concerts, February 26, 2026, 02/26/2026, Diverse&nbsp;String Works (In Person AND Online!)

Book Discussion | Leading German Author Disccusses Her Book, Sanderling, & DIscusses It with Its Translator (+ Signing)


Enjoy a reading by Anne Weber from her book Sanderling (translated by Neil Blackadder), followed by a conversation between her and the book's translator Neil Blackadder, which will be moderated by the author and literary translator Tess Lewis. The conversation will focus on Anne Weber’s deeply personal reckoning with what it means to be German, how the past continues to manifest in the present, how this “Zeitreisetagebuch” (Diary of Time Travel) came to be, and finally, how the translation from German to English was facilitated by the author and translator. How do you live with a history you can’t escape? What did it mean to be German one hundred years ago? And what is it like today? These are the questions at the heart of Sanderling, a classic work of literary inquiry by Anne Weber, one of Germany’s leading contemporary authors. Copies of the book will be available for purchase during and after the event, and there will be a book signing following the program.
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Book Discussions, February 26, 2026, 02/26/2026, Leading German Author Disccusses Her Book,&nbsp;Sanderling, & DIscusses It with Its Translator (+ Signing)

Discussion | Trailblazing Designer Shares His New Book, Storyteller: Tales from a Fashion Insider (+ Signing)


Meet the designer who built a $100 million sportswear empire in under five years and turned his creative vision into a multi-decade, multi-category business. This fireside chat with internationally recognized fashion designer and entrepreneur Jeffrey Banks followed by a book signing celebrating his book, Storyteller: Tales from a Fashion Insider. Moderated by Bridget Foley, former Executive Editor of WWD. Banks pioneered the concept of "spectator sportswear" and scaled it to $100 million in less than five years. Banks understood early what many designers resist: that commercial success doesn't compromise creativity, it amplifies impact. What followed was a masterclass in brand architecture: licensing deals in Japan, private label development for Bloomingdale's, the first brand extension for Johnnie Walker, and product categories spanning menswear, womenswear, and home decor for HSN. Banks is a pioneering designer who helped redefine American fashion at a time when few in the industry looked like him. Rising to prominence in the 1970s, he was among the first and few Black designers to enter fashion's upper echelons, challenging barriers with creativity and conviction. His work opened doors for generations of designers who followed, showing that what can be imagined can be made real. In this session, Banks will share candid insights on scaling creative businesses, navigating licensing and brand extensions, and the strategic decisions that turned design talent into commercial success. His career offers a blueprint for building sustainable fashion enterprises across categories and decades.
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Thu, Feb 26
6:00 pm
Free
Discussions, February 26, 2026, 02/26/2026, Trailblazing Designer Shares His New Book, Storyteller: Tales from a Fashion Insider (+ Signing)

Concert | Vienna Philharmonic Musicians Perform Diverse Chamber Works


A joyful and genre-defying concert as Vienna Philharmonic "brothers" Matthias Schorn, clarinet, and Christoph Gigler, tuba and harmonica, invite audiences into their extended musical family. This event is a playful journey through contemporary music, folk traditions, and singer-songwriter sounds, where stylistic boundaries dissolve and musical surprises are guaranteed. From virtuosic chamber moments to spontaneous cross-genre encounters, the program brings together an exceptional group of musicians who move effortlessly between classical excellence and popular expression. Alongside Schorn and Gigler, the evening features the Schick Sisters (vocal harmony), Valerie Schatz (double bass), Josef Reif (horn), Daniel Schnyder (saxophone), and Ewald Pfleger (guitar), creating a vibrant, family-style celebration of musical curiosity and collaboration.
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Thu, Feb 26
6:30 pm
Free
Concerts, February 26, 2026, 02/26/2026, Vienna Philharmonic Musicians Perform Diverse Chamber Works

Discussion | Writer Ocean Vuong & Artist Laurie Anderson Discuss Buddhism & Creativity


Hear multimedia artist Laurie Anderson and writer Ocean Vuong in conversation on Buddhist practices for the creative process. Moderated by Dominique Townsend, Director of the Center for Buddhist Studies, Department of Religion. Introduced by Professor of the Arts and Dean Emerita Carol Becker. Books and albums are available for purchase at the event.
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Thu, Feb 26
6:30 pm
Free
Discussions, February 26, 2026, 02/26/2026, Writer Ocean Vuong & Artist Laurie Anderson Discuss Buddhism & Creativity

Classical Music | Italian Jewish Baroque Works & More


This concert presents selections from Salamone Rossi's compositions--vocal music in Italian and Hebrew as well as instrumental works from the 1620s--together with world-premiere performances of three songs by Israeli composer Oded Zehavi set to poetry by Leone Modena. This event features The Raritan Players (Ian Pomerantz, Bass-Baritone, Dongmyung Ahn, violin, Gersh Chervinsky, violin, Charles Weaver, theorbo, Rebecca Cypess, harpsichord).
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Thu, Feb 26
7:00 pm
Free
Concerts, February 26, 2026, 02/26/2026, Italian Jewish Baroque Works & More

Book Discussion | Prize-Winning Author Shares Her New Novel, Bad Asians 


Lillian Li discusses her new novel,  Bad Asians, in conversation with actor and producer Katharine Chin. From the acclaimed author of Number One Chinese Restaurant comes an affecting novel about an unforgettable group of friends trying to make their way in the world without losing themselves, or one another. Lillian Li is the author of Number One Chinese Restaurant, which was long-listed for the Women’s Prize for Fiction and the Center for Fiction First Novel Prize. Her work has been featured in The New York Times, Granta, and Travel + Leisure.
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Book Discussions, February 26, 2026, 02/26/2026, Prize-Winning Author Shares Her New Novel,&nbsp;Bad Asians&nbsp;

Comedy Club | Stand-Up in Celebration of Black History Month


This program features a lineup of comedians offering humor that reflects diverse perspectives and lived experiences, creating a lively and engaging atmosphere. Some content may not be suitable for young children; recommended for adults.
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7:00 pm
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Comedy Clubs, February 26, 2026, 02/26/2026, Stand-Up in Celebration of Black History Month

Play | "Crowd-Pleasing" Shakespeare Comedy


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Thu, Feb 26
7:30 pm
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Concert | Afrofuturist Sounds with Groundbreaking Voices: Nona Hendryx, Black Sound Salon, & More


Experience Convergence: A Transformative Evening of Sound, Story, and Sistahood, an unprecedented gathering featuring the iconic Afrofuturist musician and technological innovator Nona Hendryx, along with Moor Mother, Black Sound Salon, and other artists to be announced. These groundbreaking voices will untangle the creative intersections of mechanization and memory, ancestral knowledge and as-yet-uncharted futurity, inviting audiences into an intimate yet expansive conversation about artistic lineages, the politics of sound, and the ways experimental practice can hold space for transformation and healing. Convergence, presented in collaboration with the Black Sound Salon, is more than just a confluence of great minds. It's a ritual where past and future collapse into a fresh present--a can't-miss event that transcends traditional boundaries between panel discussion and performance.
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Thu, Feb 26
7:30 pm
Free
Concerts, February 26, 2026, 02/26/2026, Afrofuturist Sounds with Groundbreaking Voices: Nona Hendryx, Black Sound Salon, & More

Comedy Club | Black History Month Comedy Show


In celebration of Black History Month, attend an evening of stand-up comedy with NY Laughs. This unique non-profit seeks to enrich lives, build community, and inspire audiences through the power of laughter.
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7:30 pm
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Comedy Clubs, February 26, 2026, 02/26/2026, Black History Month Comedy Show

Poetry Reading | Evening of Local Poetry


Enjoy an evening of poetry with local poet and playwright Galinsky, with "Five Minute Features" from a dozen poets of all styles.
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Thu, Feb 26
8:00 pm
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Poetry Readings, February 26, 2026, 02/26/2026, Evening of Local Poetry

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, Feb 26
8:00 pm
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Comedy Clubs, February 26, 2026, 02/26/2026, Standup Show

Workshop | Morning Tai Chi


Improve balance, strength and focus through gentle exercises. The sights and sounds of the river provide a serene background for the ancient flowing postures.
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Fri, Feb 27
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 examines the significant influence of posters on society and culture, and how they are adapted for modern use. As the first poster museum in the United States, it offers a space for inquiry for anyone interested in design, advertising, and public interventions, with the goal of enhancing design literacy among the general public. Works explore: mass communication and persuasion the intersection of art and commerce control of the public domain
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10:00 am
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Workshop | Adult Zumba


Featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography. Work on your balance, coordination and range of motion.
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10:30 am
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Workshop | Sculpture-Making (Part 2)


Attend the second of a two-part sculpture workshop designed for adults interested in exploring sculpting with air dry clay. Join us for part two of this sculpture workshop where we will decorate our sculptures with paint. Come roll up your sleeves and let your imagination run wild as you glaze (paint) your creations from the firstsession to bring them to life! No prior experience necessary, just bring your imagination! Do not register if you did not attend the first session.
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Fri, Feb 27
12:00 pm
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Workshops, February 27, 2026, 02/27/2026, Sculpture-Making (Part 2)

Book Discussion | Journalist Shares Her New Book, Motherland: A Feminist History of Modern Russia, from Revolution to Autocracy


Hear a conversation with journalist Julia Ioffe, author of Motherland: A Feminist History of Modern Russia, from Revolution to Autocracy, in conversation with Nina Khrushcheva. Moderated by Elise Giuliano. In Motherland, Ioffe turns modern Russian history on its head, telling it exclusively through the stories of its women. Part memoir, part journalistic exploration, part history, Motherland paints a portrait of modern Russia through the women who shaped it. With deep emotion, Ioffe reveals what it means to live through the cataclysms of revolution, war, idealism, and heartbreak—and how the story of Russia today is inextricably tied to the sacrifices of its women.
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Book Discussions, February 27, 2026, 02/27/2026, Journalist Shares Her New Book,&nbsp;Motherland: A Feminist History of Modern Russia, from Revolution to Autocracy

Classical Music | Afternoon Bach


Take a momentary respite from a busy day to enjoy a selection of organ works by Johann Sebastian Bach in an intimate venue.
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12:20 pm
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Concerts, February 27, 2026, 02/27/2026, Afternoon Bach

Film | If Beale Street Could Talk (2018): Romantic Drama with Star-Studded Cast


A young woman embraces her pregnancy while she and her family set out to prove her childhood friend and lover innocent of a crime he didn't commit. Director: Barry Jenkins Cast: KiKi Layne, Stephan James, Colman Domingo, Teyonah Parris, Michael Beach, Dave Franco, Diego Luna, Pedro Pascal, Ed Skrein, Brian Tyree Henry, Regina King
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Films, February 27, 2026, 02/27/2026, If Beale Street Could Talk (2018): Romantic Drama with Star-Studded Cast

Film | The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks (2017): American Drama Film with Oprah Winfrey


In 1951, cancerous cells from Henrietta Lacks lead to breakthroughs that change the face of medicine forever. Aided by writer Rebecca Skloot, Deborah Lacks embarks on a quest to learn about the mother she never knew. Director: George C. Wolfe Cast: Oprah Winfrey, Rose Byrne, Renée Elise Goldsberry, Courtney B. Vance, Reg E. Cathey, Ruben Santiago-Hudson Oprah Winfrey, also known mononymously as Oprah, is an American talk show host, television producer, actress, author, and media proprietor. She is best known for her talk show, The Oprah Winfrey Show, broadcast from Chicago, which ran in national syndication for 25 years, from 1986 to 2011. Dubbed the "Queen of All Media," she was the richest African-American of the 20th century and was once the world's only Black billionaire. By 2007, she was often ranked as the most influential woman in the world.
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Films, February 27, 2026, 02/27/2026, The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks (2017): American Drama Film with Oprah Winfrey

Film | The Thin Red Line (1998): Epic War Film with All-Star Cast


World War II epic follows a squad of GIs advancing on Guadalcanal. One soldier, Private Witt, is a deserter living in peace and harmony with the natives of a Pacific island paradise. However, Witt's respite from war is brief as he's captured by the Navy and forced back into combat. Director: Terrence Malick Cast: Sean Penn, Adrien Brody, Jim Caviezel, Ben Chaplin, George Clooney, John Cusack, Woody Harrelson
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Films, February 27, 2026, 02/27/2026, The Thin Red Line (1998): Epic War Film with All-Star Cast

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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Workshops, February 27, 2026, 02/27/2026, Crafting Community: Work on Personal Projects & Make New Friends

Film | Dead Man Walking (1995): Crime Drama with Susan Sarandon


A nun counsels a death row inmate, and learns to empathize both with him and his victims' families. Director: Tim Robbins Cast: Susan Sarandon, Sean Penn, Robert Prosky, Raymond J. Barry, R. Lee Ermey, Scott Wilson As a well-known actor, Susan Sarandon (1946-) has won an Academy Award and British Academy Film Award, also earning nominations for six Primetime Emmy Awards and nine Golden Globes. As well as acting on screen, Sarandon has also performed on Broadway. Additionally, she's recognized for her social and political activism, as a UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador and recipient of the Action Against Hunger Humanitarian Award.
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Films, February 27, 2026, 02/27/2026, Dead Man Walking (1995): Crime Drama with Susan Sarandon

Jazz | Afternoon Jam Sesh (Play Music or Just Listen)


This jam session is open to all musicians. Come and play or just listen to some jazzy tunes.
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Concerts, February 27, 2026, 02/27/2026, Afternoon Jam Sesh (Play Music or Just Listen)

Gallery Talk | Expert Insights: Seeing Desire in Medieval Art


Museum experts examine depictions of the human figure in medieval works, and the talk discusses relationships, identity, and expression in history, uncovering new ways to engage with these powerful works of art.
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Gallery Talks, February 27, 2026, 02/27/2026, Expert Insights: Seeing Desire in Medieval Art

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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Museumss, February 27, 2026, 02/27/2026, American History and Artifact Collections

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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Museumss, February 27, 2026, 02/27/2026, Friday Evening at the Art/History Museum

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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Museumss, February 27, 2026, 02/27/2026, Friday Night Function at an Iconic Art Museum

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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Workshops, February 27, 2026, 02/27/2026, Crafting Community: Work on Personal Projects & Make New Friends

Museums | Friday Evening at the Famous 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 cafe 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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Museumss, February 27, 2026, 02/27/2026, Friday Evening at the Famous Art Museum

Workshop | Learn about, Talk about, and Create Your Own Postcards


Postcard enthusiasts, also known as deltiologists, are welcome to this program! Writing and communicating with postcards is a longstanding tradition, still embraced by many today. Attend to write postcards inspired by suggested prompts, to swap postcards, and to discuss all topics postcard-related. There will be some limited supplies available but you may also bring your own to embellish a 4x6 card to write on. Postage stamps will not be provided at this program.
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Workshops, February 27, 2026, 02/27/2026, Learn about, Talk about, and Create Your Own Postcards

Poetry Reading | Poet Eugene Ostashevsky Shares His New Works on Translation & Translingualism


Enjoy a poetry reading by Eugene Ostashevsky. Moderated by Mark Lipovetsky. Eugene Ostashevsky will read his translated and original poetry and discuss the difference between the two. How do translation and translingualism differ in their handling of the sounds and shapes of language? Why is it a mistake to think of poetry as always already a translation? Why is translingualism, in calling attention to language only, a misnomer? And other such things that you did not know you wanted to know you shall know.
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5:30 pm
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Poetry Readings, February 27, 2026, 02/27/2026, Poet&nbsp;Eugene Ostashevsky Shares His New Works on Translation & Translingualism

Poetry Reading | Poetry Open Mic: Share Your Work or Listen to Emerging Writers


Participants can share their original work for up to five minutes. Space is limited to 15 readers; show up on time to get a slot!
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Poetry Readings, February 27, 2026, 02/27/2026, Poetry Open Mic: Share Your Work or Listen to Emerging Writers

Book Discussion | Charlotte Moss Shares Her New Book, The Enchanting Interiors of Bunny Mellon: Paintings by Snowy Campbell (+ Signing)


Enjoy a conversation with Charlotte Moss to celebrate the new book, The Enchanting Interiors of Bunny Mellon: Paintings by Snowy Campbell, showcasing the timeless interiors of Bunny Mellon's famous residences alongside the complete collection of paintings by Snowy Campbell. Charlotte will be in conversation with Sir Peter Crane, followed by a signing.
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Fri, Feb 27
6:00 pm
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Book Discussions, February 27, 2026, 02/27/2026, Charlotte Moss Shares Her New Book, The Enchanting Interiors of Bunny Mellon: Paintings by Snowy Campbell (+ Signing)

Theater | Latin Performance Showcase


In collaboration with the Alliance of Teatros Latinos NY, enjoy a special preview of TeatroFest 2026--an exciting Latinx/e theater festival taking place throughout March and April. The Alliance, which brings together ten vibrant Latinx/e theater companies from across the city, will offer audiences a showcase of dynamic, culturally resonant work presented on their stages.
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Theaters, February 27, 2026, 02/27/2026, Latin Performance Showcase

Concert | Multi-Genre Musician Trio Bring Groove to the Stage


An accountant, a spinal surgeon, and an actor walk onto the stage…off from their day jobs and armed with their instruments, they have been separately searching for that elusive figure, Mister Groove. All musicians have heard of him, few have actually seen him. For Mister Groove only shows himself when the music is at its most head nodding, finger snapping, stank-face-making peak. Each of our three protagonists have been on this solo quest for some years but have now decided to join forces in their search for Mister Groove, bonding over their shared love of such artists like Miles Davis, John Coltrane, D’Angelo, Biggie Smalls, OutKast and the Folk Music of Planet Earth. The Mister Groove Trio is made up of Brooklyn based Actor/Saxophonist Eric Berryman, Queens based Spinal Surgeon/Pianist Dante Leven, and Brooklyn based Accountant/Drummer Howard Karp.
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Concerts, February 27, 2026, 02/27/2026, Multi-Genre Musician Trio Bring Groove to the Stage

Concert | Brazilian & Venezuelan Classics for Marimba/Vibraphone and Guitar


Bloomingdale School of Music faculty members Juan Diego Villalobos, marimba and vibraphone, and Edu Gutterres, guitar, present a concert of Brazilian and Venezuelan classics, showcasing the richness of each nationality and the sonic landscapes the music evokes. Program: Edu Gutterres (1997-) The Brazilian Suite Juan Diego Villalobos The Venezuelan Suite
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Concerts, February 27, 2026, 02/27/2026, Brazilian & Venezuelan Classics for Marimba/Vibraphone and Guitar

Book Discussion | Designer & Author Jeffrey Banks Celebrates His New Book, Storyteller: Tales from a Fashion Insider


Enjoy an evening celebrating author Jeffrey Banks' more than five decades shaping American fashion. Jeffrey Banks, author of Storyteller: Tales from a Fashion Insider celebrates his more than five decades shaping American fashion. A graduate of Parsons School of Design, Banks earned Coty Awards for men’s furs with Alixandre, as well as for his signature menswear collection and an “Earnie” for his signature boyswear. In addition to designing his signature menswear line, he has had a long-standing menswear license in Japan. Banks is a member of the Emeritus Board of Directors of the Council of Fashion Designers of America and was a senior Board Member of the Fashion Institute of Technology. Additionally, he has authored numerous fashion titles including: Tartan: Romancing the Plaid, Preppy: Cultivating Ivy Style, Perry Ellis: An American Original, Patricia Underwood: The Way You Wear Your Hat, and Norell: Master of American Fashion. Books will be available for purchase.
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Book Discussions, February 27, 2026, 02/27/2026, Designer & Author Jeffrey Banks Celebrates His New Book,&nbsp;Storyteller: Tales from a Fashion Insider

Concert | Singer-Songwriter Sings Songs of Resiliance & Self-Discovery


Lily Librach brings her empowering musical tale, “I Belong Here,” a one-woman story of resilience and self-discovery, from her dreams as a little girl to the present and beyond.
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Concerts, February 27, 2026, 02/27/2026, Singer-Songwriter Sings Songs of Resiliance & Self-Discovery

Performance | there are no dead people: Movement, Storytelling, & Song Performance


Founded and led by interdisciplinary artists Amanda Dunne Acevedo and Lindsey Barlag Thornton, the Chicago-based collective Genesis hybridizes theater, performance art, and dance to blur the boundaries of live performance. Genesis's newly restaged ensemble production of there are no dead people is a rumination on death and living, offering a deeply human exploration of loss. Devised through improvisation, Genesis interweaves movement, storytelling, and song to celebrate all the things that make life wondrous and meaningful. there are no dead people honors how, even in the midst of the seemingly insurmountable, we somehow continue to find joy. The New York premiere of this acclaimed work features Acevedo, Thornton, Carol Crosby, Jordan Harris, Alex Hovi, Grace Needlman, and Lauren Steinberg with Holly Gabelmann as additional ensemble and assistant directing. There are two ways to access this event: 1. General Admission, first-come first-served. Just show up! 2. Fast Track opening the Monday before the event at noon.
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Performances, February 27, 2026, 02/27/2026, there are no dead people: Movement, Storytelling, & Song Performance

Party | After Hours Celebration of Puerto Rican Arts & Culture (Ages 21+)


Attend the city’s most cerebral happy hour. The library's latest exhibition, ¡Wepa! Puerto Ricans in the World of Comics, celebrates and explores the diverse artistic expressions and unique perspectives of Puerto Rican comic book creators. Drawing primarily on the remarkable Manuel Martínez Nazario Collection, consisting of approximately 1,600 comics and about fifty original artworks, the exhibition highlights aspects of Puerto Rican life and culture, from the Island itself and its connections with New York City, to Puerto Rico’s complex past and visions of futuristic and fantastical worlds. At the Library After Hours, enjoy special access to the exhibition, plus one-night-only events inspired by it—including curator talks, cosplay, live music, and more. Special access includes Curated talks that go behind the scenes of the ¡Wepa! Puerto Ricans in the World of Comics exhibition Live music Crafts inspired by NYPL's collections  Plus: Dance the night away, have fun with games and puzzles, or relax with crafts and coloring. Snacks and drinks will be available for purchase. Ages 21+, ID required
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Performance | Black History Month Celebration: Song, Dance, Theater, & Community


Celebrate Black History Month with a powerful, joyful gathering of song, dance, theater, oration, and community. This annual celebration brings together students, alumni, faculty, and guest artists for an evening of inspiration and artistry. Past celebrations have highlighted the excellence within our community, including performances by the Gospel Choir, led by Charlotte Small; a special appearance by Arturo O’Farrill; a Tribute to Reggie Workman; and more. Come be part of an evening rooted in love, remembrance, and the vibrant artistic voices shaping today and tomorrow.
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Performances, February 27, 2026, 02/27/2026, Black History Month Celebration: Song, Dance, Theater, & Community

Workshop | Central Park Running Session (All Levels Welcome)


If you prefer not to run alone or are looking to improve your running performance, you can run with a club! Open to runners of all levels. Weekly changed routes through the park. Coaches, training, running company and inspiration!
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Workshops, February 28, 2026, 02/28/2026, Central Park Running&nbsp;Session (All Levels Welcome)

Workshop | Community Park 5K Run with New York Road Runners


New york Road Runners host a 5K community-led run,open to runners and walkers of all ages, abilities, and experience levels. Evidence of Inwood Hill Park’s formation exists as caves, valleys, and ridges left as the result of shifting glaciers. Evidence of its uninhabited state afterward remains as its forest and salt marsh (the last natural one in Manhattan), and evidence of its use by Native Americans continues to be discovered. Most of the park was largely untouched by wars and development. The park features a hiking trail and the Hudson River Bike Trail, and is one of the best places in NYC to spot a bald eagle. It also includes athletic fields, playgrounds, dog runs, and a barbecue area. The course is three loops on hilly trails and walkways through woods and along a salt marsh.
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8:45 am
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Workshops, February 28, 2026, 02/28/2026, Community Park 5K Run with New York Road Runners

Museums | Jewish History: Centuries of Art


As one of the largest collections of art in Jewish culture globally, the venue features an extensive array of historical Jewish artifacts as well as modern and contemporary art.
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11:00 am
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Museumss, February 28, 2026, 02/28/2026, Jewish History: Centuries of Art

Symposium | Understanding the Art and Legacy of Renowned Artist Iba Ndiaye


Explore the work of Senegalese artist Iba Ndiaye (1928–2008) with international scholars. Delve into his contributions to Modernism, the influences behind his practice, and the political and cultural forces that shaped his art.
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Symposiums, February 28, 2026, 02/28/2026, Understanding the Art and Legacy of Renowned Artist Iba Ndiaye

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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Tours, February 28, 2026, 02/28/2026, Explore One of New York's Iconic Buildings

Workshop | Sketch Session in an Art Gallery


Participate in a program that responds to works from the exhibition Lotty Rosenfeld: Disobedient Spaces. With a focus on line, participants will be invited to produce gesture drawings inspired by the exhibition's video works. This program is geared toward adults. No previous drawing experience is needed and all materials will be provided.  Feel free to join as many sessions as you wish.
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Workshops, February 28, 2026, 02/28/2026, Sketch Session in an Art Gallery

Open Mic | Afternoon of Showcasing Creativity: Artists, Poets, Musicians, & More


Enjoy an afternoon of creativity and talent as local artists, poets, musicians, and performers and more take the stage. Whether you want to showcase your own skills or simply enjoy the show, this is the place to be. Let your voice be heard and your talent shine in a welcoming and supportive environment. Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect with fellow creatives and entertain a friendly audience.  This event will include an open call for performers on a first come, first serve basis as time permits. Participants can share their original work in a time to be announced based off total amount of performers. Space and seating is limited; show up on time!
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1:30 pm
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Open Mics, February 28, 2026, 02/28/2026, Afternoon of Showcasing Creativity: Artists, Poets, Musicians, & More

Film | Bob Marley: One Love (2024), Reggae Biopic


The story of how reggae icon Bob Marley overcame adversity, and the journey behind his revolutionary music. Director: Reinaldo Marcus Green Cast: Robert Teitel, Dede Gardner, Jeremy Kleiner, Ziggy Marley, Rita Marley, Cedella Marley
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Films, February 28, 2026, 02/28/2026, Bob Marley: One Love (2024), Reggae Biopic

Film | Lady Bird (2017): Coming-of-Age Comedy-Drama with Saoirse Ronan & Timothée Chalamet


In this coming-of-age tale set in 2002 Sacramento, an eccentric teenager attending a Catholic high school deals with the pangs of first love and clashes with her mother over her plans for the furture. Director: Greta Gerwig Cast: Saoirse Ronan, Laurie Metcalf, Tracy Letts, Lucas Hedges, Timothée Chalamet, Beanie Feldstein, Stephen McKinley Henderson, Lois Smith Saoirse Ronan is an American-born Irish actress. Primarily known for her work in period dramas since adolescence, she has received various accolades, including a Golden Globe Award, in addition to nominations for four Academy Awards and five British Academy Film Awards. American and French actor Timothee Chalamet has received a Screen Actors Guild Award, and been nominated for two Academy Awards, four British Academy Film Awards, and four Golden Globes. He's the third-youngest nominee for Best Actor in Oscar history and the youngest winner of the SAG Award for Best Actor.
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Films, February 28, 2026, 02/28/2026, Lady Bird (2017): Coming-of-Age Comedy-Drama with&nbsp;Saoirse Ronan &&nbsp;Timoth&eacute;e Chalamet

Jazz | Afternoon Jam Sesh (Play Music or Just Listen)


This jam session is open to all musicians. Come and play or just listen to some jazzy tunes.
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Concerts, February 28, 2026, 02/28/2026, Afternoon Jam Sesh (Play Music or Just Listen)

Play | Charles Dickens Drama-Comedy Stage Adaptation


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Sat, Feb 28
2:00 pm
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Dance Performance | Explore Flamenco History in NYC & See a Live Performance


To celebrate the 25th anniversary of Flamenco Festival New York, enjoy a lecture by Jose Javier Leon on La Argentinita and the intersections of flamenco, Lorca, and Spanish cultural identity. The lecture will be followed by a live performance with artists who are also participating in the 25th anniversary of Flamenco Festival New York, bringing La Argentinita's legacy to life through the very art form she helped transform. In February 1930, three friends converged in New York City: the singer and bailaora Encarnacion Lopez Julvez--known as La Argentinita, one of the most influential Spanish artists of the 20th century; her partner, the bullfighter, writer, and impresario Ignacio Sanchez Mejias; and the poet Federico Garcia Lorca, who had been living at Columbia University since June 1929. During those days, Encarna performed in several of the city's theaters, Ignacio lectured on bullfighting, and Lorca on poetry. But more importantly, in New York, they conceived ideas and collaborations that would reshape the future of flamenco, expanding its expressive possibilities and projecting it onto international stages. The city became, through them, a catalyst for new forms--bridging flamenco with ballet, Spanish song, and modern artistic experimentation.
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Sat, Feb 28
2:00 pm
Free
Dance Performances, February 28, 2026, 02/28/2026, Explore Flamenco History in NYC & See a Live Performance

Tour | Weekend Guided Museum Walk: Explore Art, History, and Collections, which feature Goya, Velazquez, El Greco, and more.


Join these guided tours every Friday and Saturday at 2 PM to explore a museum's history, special collections, and landmarked spaces. Led by educators, the tours last 45-60 minutes and provide an engaging introduction to the artworks and archives on view.
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Tours, February 28, 2026, 02/28/2026, Weekend Guided Museum Walk: Explore Art, History, and Collections, which feature Goya, Velazquez, El Greco, and more.

Concert | Guitar Music Festival


Enjoy this annual Guitar Festival! Masterclass and student/faculty/guest artist concert.  2:45pm Masterclass 4:30pm Student Concert 6:00pm Faculty & Guest Artist Concert
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2:45 pm
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Concerts, February 28, 2026, 02/28/2026, Guitar Music Festival

Workshop | Try Creative Writing (All Levels Welcome)


This workshop is designed to help attendees unlock their creative potential.   Engage in fun idea generating exercises and work together to get results and find joy in the writing process. All writers of any experience level are welcome. If you're curious, come check it out! This workshop, the 35th in an ongoing series, will continue to explore foundational writing techniques and best practices.  Prior attendance is not required. Attendees will investigate alternative, non-traditional narrative forms, as well as read and discuss short stories and poetry.
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3:00 pm
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Workshops, February 28, 2026, 02/28/2026, Try Creative Writing (All Levels Welcome)

Classical Music | Serene Organ Meditations in Intimate Venue


Enjoy a program of hymns, anthems, and voluntaries for the organ.
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4:00 pm
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Concerts, February 28, 2026, 02/28/2026, Serene Organ Meditations in Intimate Venue

Classical Music | A Chamber Concert Honoring Black American Composers


This intimate chamber concert celebrates the resilience and creative legacy of Black American composers. The evening brings together live music and spoken word, with writer and poet Angela Decker performing alongside a flute and string trio. Through sound and text, the program reflects on endurance, memory, and presence. 
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6:00 pm
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Concerts, February 28, 2026, 02/28/2026, A Chamber Concert Honoring Black American Composers

Concert | Carnegie Hall-Featured Musicians Perform Cross-Cultural Violin Dialogue (Jazz, Folk, & Improv)


Arun Ramamurthy and Trina Basu bring a dazzling, cross-cultural violin dialogue to the stage. Rooted in South Indian Carnatic music and shaped by jazz, folk, and improvisation, their performances blur genre lines with virtuosity and heart. Ramamurthy is a Brooklyn-based violinist, composer, and co-founder of Brooklyn Raga Massive, known for projects like the Arun Ramamurthy Trio and expansive collaborations from Carnegie Hall to the Kennedy Center. Basu is a New York City–based violinist, improviser, and music therapist whose “globe-spanning” sound has been praised by The New Yorker, and whose work carries a deep belief in music as a healing force. Together, they create an immersive set that moves from raga to improvised flights, connecting tradition and innovation in real time.
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7:00 pm
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Concerts, February 28, 2026, 02/28/2026, Carnegie Hall-Featured Musicians Perform Cross-Cultural Violin Dialogue (Jazz, Folk, & Improv)

Concert | Contemporary Opera Compositions with American Modern Opera Company


The creator-driven American Modern Opera Company performs an Up Close series of one-night-only contemporary compositions. The opening program presents the premieres of The Inner Core, from AMOC* co-founder and MacArthur Fellow Matthew Aucoin, and Camino Songs, by composer-instrumentalist-poet Doug Balliett. Aucoin's Inner Core song cycle features the composer on piano, accompanied by acclaimed baritone vocalist William Socolof (Boston Symphony Orchestra, New York Philharmonic). Together, the duo limn the arc of an imagined romantic relationship from adolescence through the couple's parting in early adulthood. Balliett's Camino Songs was conceived while on pilgrimage to the Galician municipality of Santiago de Compostela. Supported with projections of the composer's original photography, Camino Songs is a journey of self-reflection, local Spanish lore, and deep devotion. There are two ways to access this event: 1. General Admission, first-come first-served. Just show up! 2. Fast Track opening the Monday before the event at noon.
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Sat, Feb 28
7:30 pm
Free
Concerts, February 28, 2026, 02/28/2026, Contemporary Opera Compositions with American Modern Opera Company

Play | Charles Dickens Drama-Comedy Stage Adaptation


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Sat, Feb 28
8:00 pm
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Park Walk | Women's Walk in the Park


This group brings together women from all walks of life to bond, exercise, and embrace the beauty of their surroundings. Hundreds of women of all different ages and backgrounds meet to simply go for a walk in Central Park. About 80% of the women show up alone, so feel free to give it a try! Walk locations sometimes change, so make sure to check the group's Instagram page @citygirlswhowalk stories the day before and on Sunday to confirm the meet/walk spot. You are welcome to bring your leashed dog.
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12:00 pm
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Park Walks, March 01, 2026, 03/01/2026, Women's Walk in the Park

Film | The Towering Inferno (1974): Disaster Film with Star-Studded Cast


At the opening party of a colossal San Francisco skyscraper, a massive fire breaks out due to careless building practices by the contractor, threatening to destroy the tower and everyone in it. Director: John Guillermin Cast: Steve McQueen, Paul Newman, William Holden, Faye Dunaway, Fred Astaire, Susan Blakely, Richard Chamberlain, Jennifer Jones, O. J. Simpson, Robert Vaughn, Robert Wagner
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1:30 pm
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Films, March 01, 2026, 03/01/2026, The Towering Inferno (1974): Disaster Film with Star-Studded Cast

Play | "Crowd-Pleasing" Shakespeare Comedy


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Sun, Mar 1
3:00 pm
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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.
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Mon, Mar 2
9:45 am
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Workshops, March 02, 2026, 03/02/2026, Start the Day with Morning Meditation

Party | Fiber/Textile Arts Meetup


Are you a knitter? Do you like to crochet? Maybe you like a different type of fiber art? Whichever it is, bring your supplies and lose yourself in the meditative world of creating art with fiber. Invite your friends, or make new connections there. This is a meet-up, not a class.
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1:00 pm
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Partys, March 02, 2026, 03/02/2026, Fiber/Textile Arts Meetup

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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2:00 pm
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Workshops, March 02, 2026, 03/02/2026, Walk and Creative Writing Session

Jazz | Grammy-Winning Musicians Bring Bold Artistry to the Stage


Led by Ulysses Owens Jr., a multi-Grammy Award-winning drummer, producer, educator, and author, the Generation Y band champions emerging talent from the top music conservatories in New York City and beyond. Drawing inspiration from Ulysses' mentors and influences, such as Mulgrew Miller, Roy Hargrove, George Cables, and the legendary Art Blakey, the ensemble presents a powerful, contemporary reimagining of the Jazz Messengers model. Many of the musicians also perform in Ulysses Owens Jr.'s acclaimed big band, creating a dynamic, intergenerational musical force. Enjoyan evening of electrifying performances, bold artistry, and the camaraderie of jazz.
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Mon, Mar 2
6:00 pm
Free
Concerts, March 02, 2026, 03/02/2026, Grammy-Winning Musicians Bring Bold Artistry to the Stage

Workshop | Learn & Practice Chess with an Expert


Learn to play chess or develop your strategies with chess expert Tamar Chanadiri from the Marshall Chess Club. Participants are encouraged to attend all sessions, as each one builds on the previous. Bring a friend or join on your own--all levels and ages are welcome! Chess sets are provided but you're welcome to bring your own. From 6-7 PM Tamar will provide instruction for beginner-level players. From 7-8 PM there will be open play for all levels.
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6:00 pm
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Workshops, March 02, 2026, 03/02/2026, Learn & Practice Chess with an Expert

Dance Performance | Dance Works-in-Progress


A high visibility low-tech forum for experimentation, emerging ideas, and works-in-progress held in the Fall and Spring seasons. Artists are selected by a rotating committee of peer artists.
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7:00 pm
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Dance Performances, March 02, 2026, 03/02/2026, Dance Works-in-Progress

Classical Music | Piano Works by Rachmaninoff and More at a Landmark Venue


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Mon, Mar 2
7:30 pm
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Concerts, March 02, 2026, 03/02/2026, Piano Works by Rachmaninoff and More at a Landmark Venue

Workshop | Central Park Running Session (All Levels Welcome)


If you prefer not to run alone or are looking to improve your running performance, you can run with a club! Open to runners of all levels. Weekly changed routes through the park. Coaches, training, running company and inspiration!
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Tue, Mar 3
6:30 am
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Workshops, March 03, 2026, 03/03/2026, Central Park Running&nbsp;Session (All Levels Welcome)

Workshop | Adult Zumba


Featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography. Work on your balance, coordination and range of motion.
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Tue, Mar 3
10:30 am
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Workshops, March 03, 2026, 03/03/2026, Adult Zumba

Workshop | Learn the Basics of Irish Dance (Beginners Welcome!)


This is a dance workshop in partnership with the Irish Arts Center to introduce absolute beginners to traditional Irish dance in honor of Irish American Heritage Month. Absolutely no experience is necessary to participate! Participants will learn the basic techniques of Irish dance. We recommend attending in comfortable clothing and footwear you can move easily in. Participants must sign the waiver at the provided link.
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10:30 am
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Workshops, March 03, 2026, 03/03/2026, Learn the Basics of Irish Dance (Beginners Welcome!)

Classical Music | String Quartets in C from Haydn to Britten


The Grand Prize winner of the 2025 Fischoff Chamber Music Competition brings a program centered on C that pairs elegance with intensity. The evening opens with one of Haydn’s spirited “Prussian” quartets, followed by Benjamin Britten’s powerful Second String Quartet, composed as a modern homage to Henry Purcell. Together, these works trace the expressive range of the string quartet from Classical wit to 20th-century depth through the lens of a standout emerging ensemble. Note: Tickets are released two weeks in advance. 
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12:00 pm
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Concerts, March 03, 2026, 03/03/2026, String Quartets in C from Haydn to Britten

Film | Road to Perdition (2002): Crime Tragedy Film with Star-Studded Cast


A mob enforcer's son in 1930s Illinois witnesses a murder, forcing him and his father to take to the road, and his father down a path of redemption and revenge. Director: Sam Mendes Cast: Tom Hanks, Paul Newman, Jude Law, Jennifer Jason Leigh, Stanley Tucci, Daniel Craig
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1:00 pm
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Films, March 03, 2026, 03/03/2026, Road to Perdition (2002): Crime Tragedy Film with Star-Studded Cast

Concert | Immersive Piano Performance of Morton Feldman’s Triadic Memories


Experience a 75-minute solo piano performance of Morton Feldman’s Triadic Memories (1981), a meditation on slowly evolving repetition, subtle harmonic shifts, and minute variations. The performer draws on decades of studying and performing Feldman’s work, providing rare depth and insight into this monumental piece. Enjoy a complimentary drink during this hour-long weeknight concert, then mingle with the musician and other attendees afterward. Note: Doors open at 5:30 PM, music at 6 PM
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5:30 pm
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Concerts, March 03, 2026, 03/03/2026, Immersive Piano Performance of Morton Feldman&rsquo;s Triadic Memories

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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Tue, Mar 3
6:00 pm
Free
Partys, March 03, 2026, 03/03/2026, Play Bridge in a Stress-Free Environment

Poetry Reading | Poet Jonathan Galassi Shares His New Collection, The Vineyard


Enjoy a conversation with Jonathan Galassi to celebrate his new book of poetry, The Vineyard, a profound pastoral meditation on life, gratitude, and connectedness as he contemplates the neighbor's wisteria vine. He will be in conversation with Eliza Griswold, followed by a signing.
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6:00 pm
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Poetry Readings, March 03, 2026, 03/03/2026, Poet Jonathan Galassi Shares His New Collection,&nbsp;The Vineyard

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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Tue, Mar 3
6:30 pm
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Workshops, March 03, 2026, 03/03/2026, Origami Group Meet-Up

Book Discussion | Biographer Shares Her New Book, Elizabeth Cady Stanton: A Revolutionary Life (In Person AND Online!)


A new biography of the feminist pioneer, written by Ellen Carol DuBois, explores Stanton’s legacy. DuBois, in conversation with legal scholar Julie Suk, discusses the reformer whose words still provoke—and whose struggles helped shape contemporary feminism. In Elizabeth Cady Stanton: A Revolutionary Life, historian Ellen Carol DuBois presents a definitive portrait of one of the most influential figures in the American struggles for women’s suffrage and rights. From the 1840s until her death in 1902, Stanton fought for women’s emancipation, advocating on issues that went far beyond the vote. Drawing on archival research and Stanton’s writings, DuBois traces her advocacy for reproductive rights, marriage reform, and challenges to religious hierarchies, while also examining Stanton’s conflicts with Black reformers and her support of nativist ideas—highlighting the contradictions that continue to complicate her legacy.
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7:00 pm
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Book Discussions, March 03, 2026, 03/03/2026, Biographer&nbsp;Shares&nbsp;Her New Book,&nbsp;Elizabeth Cady Stanton: A Revolutionary Life (In Person AND Online!)

Workshop | Central Park Running Session (All Levels Welcome)


If you prefer not to run alone or are looking to improve your running performance, you can run with a club! Open to runners of all levels. Weekly changed routes through the park. Coaches, training, running company and inspiration!
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Wed, Mar 4
6:30 am
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Workshops, March 04, 2026, 03/04/2026, Central Park Running&nbsp;Session (All Levels Welcome)

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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Wed, Mar 4
1:00 pm
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Workshops, March 04, 2026, 03/04/2026, Adult Chorus Session Open to All

Film | Morocco (1930): Classic Romantic Drama Film with Marlene Dietrich


A cabaret singer and a Legionnaire fall in love, but their relationship is complicated by the results of his womanizing and the appearance of a rich man who wants her for himself. Director: Josef von Sternberg Cast: Gary Cooper, Marlene Dietrich, Adolphe Menjou Marie Dietrich was a German-American actress and singer whose career spanned nearly seven decades. In 1920s Berlin, she performed on the stage and in silent films. Her performance as Lola Lola in Josef von Sternberg's The Blue Angel (1930) brought her international acclaim and a contract with Paramount Pictures. Dietrich starred in many Hollywood films. Throughout World War II, she was a high-profile entertainer in the United States. Although she delivered notable performances in several post-war films, she spent most of the 1950s to the 1970s touring the world as a marquee live-show performer.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Wed, Mar 4
2:00 pm
Free
Films, March 04, 2026, 03/04/2026, Morocco (1930): Classic Romantic Drama Film with Marlene Dietrich

Workshop | Draw the Human Figure


Challenge your artistic skills by drawing the human figure. Each week a model will strike short and long poses for participants to draw. Artists/ educators will offer constructive suggestions and critique. Materials provided, and artists are encouraged to bring their own favorite media.
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2:00 pm
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Workshops, March 04, 2026, 03/04/2026, Draw the Human Figure

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: o Improving memory and focus o Enhancing critical thinking skills o Making connections o Reducing stress (and screen time!)
   New York City, NY; NYC
Wed, Mar 4
6:00 pm
Free
Partys, March 04, 2026, 03/04/2026, Board Games Meet-Up

Book Discussion | Biographer Discusses Her New Book on Artist John Singer Sargent


Biographer Jean Strouse speaks about her book, Family Romance: John Singer Sargent and the Wertheimers, In 1897, Asher Wertheimer, a British art dealer, began to commission John Singer Sargent's largest private project: twelve stunning portraits of his socially prominent Jewish family. The result was a significant and distinctive artistic series, as the Times' critic wrote: "more than a group of family portraits, and something besides a little set of great masterpieces of painting". In this incisive account, celebrated biographer Jean Strouse (Morgan: American Financier) portrays the intersection of two outsiders' lives -- Singer Sargent, an expatriate artist, and Wertheimer, a wealthy "Anglo-Jew"-- during England's Edwardian age, amidst "the dazzle and unease of a world in flux". Strouse, a winner of the Bancroft Prize, was the director of the famed Cullman Center at the New York Public Library from 2003 to 2017.
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6:30 pm
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Book Discussions, March 04, 2026, 03/04/2026, Biographer Discusses Her New Book on Artist John Singer Sargent

Workshop | Central Park Running Session (All Levels Welcome)


If you prefer not to run alone or are looking to improve your running performance, you can run with a club! Open to runners of all levels. Weekly changed routes through the park. Coaches, training, running company and inspiration!
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Thu, Mar 5
6:30 am
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Workshops, March 05, 2026, 03/05/2026, Central Park Running&nbsp;Session (All Levels Welcome)

Dance Performance | Well-known NYC Dance Company


Second Avenue Dance Company members perform their March concert.
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7:30 am
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Dance Performances, March 05, 2026, 03/05/2026, Well-known NYC Dance Company

Workshop | Photo-Based Creative Writing Session


This event is an afternoon of creative writing inspired by photographs. No formal writing experience is required - just enthusiasm and curiosity to see where writing takes you. Come write freely and meet other people who love writing for the sake of writing!
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Thu, Mar 5
2:30 pm
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Workshops, March 05, 2026, 03/05/2026, Photo-Based Creative Writing Session

Gallery Talk | Love, Desire, and Gender in Medieval Art


Discover how love, sex, and gender were represented in medieval art through a focused gallery talk. Experts guide small groups through select objects, sharing new insights, untold stories, and close-up perspectives on the works' craftsmanship, symbolism, and social context. Attendees can also ask questions and engage directly with the discussion.   
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3:00 pm
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Gallery Talks, March 05, 2026, 03/05/2026, Love, Desire, and Gender in Medieval Art

Museums | Thursday Evenings at a Living Memorial Museum


Explore a museum dedicated to Holocaust remembrance, Jewish life, and education. View expansive galleries, survivor testimonies, and tens of thousands of artifacts. The museum also offers a theater, a genealogy center, an outdoor memorial, and a café. 
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Thu, Mar 5
4:00 pm
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Museumss, March 05, 2026, 03/05/2026, Thursday Evenings at a Living Memorial Museum

Jazz | Diverse Repertoire with Blue Note All-Stars & Guests


Blue Note All-Stars, featuring special guests, pianist James Francies, and vibraphonist Joel Ross, performs.
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Thu, Mar 5
7:30 pm
Free
Concerts, March 05, 2026, 03/05/2026, Diverse Repertoire with Blue Note All-Stars & Guests

Concert | Multi-Genre Black Futurist Artist Lambkin Takes the Stage


Electronic, R&B, pop music, modern dance, and Black futurism help define Lambkin's artistic vision on the stage. Where the visceral meets the cerebral, where the natural enacts the synthetic, that's where they are. There are two ways to access this event: 1. General Admission, first-come first-served. Just show up! 2. Fast Track opening the Monday before the event at noon.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Thu, Mar 5
7:30 pm
Free
Concerts, March 05, 2026, 03/05/2026, Multi-Genre Black Futurist Artist Lambkin Takes the Stage

Dance Performance | Well-known NYC Dance Company


Second Avenue Dance Company members perform their March concert.
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Fri, Mar 6
7:30 am
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Dance Performances, March 06, 2026, 03/06/2026, Well-known NYC Dance Company

Workshop | Morning Tai Chi


Improve balance, strength and focus through gentle exercises. The sights and sounds of the river provide a serene background for the ancient flowing postures.
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8:30 am
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Workshops, March 06, 2026, 03/06/2026, Morning Tai Chi

Workshop | Adult Zumba


Featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography. Work on your balance, coordination and range of motion.
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Fri, Mar 6
10:30 am
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Workshops, March 06, 2026, 03/06/2026, Adult Zumba

Discussion | Writing War and Its Aftermath (Online!) 


An in-depth conversation with an award-nominated novelist and memoirist whose work examines war, displacement, and the lasting consequences of conflict. Drawing from both fiction and nonfiction, the discussion explores how personal experience, history, and storytelling intersect to shape narratives of modern warfare and its aftermath. 
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1:00 pm
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Discussions, March 06, 2026, 03/06/2026, Writing War and Its Aftermath (Online!)&nbsp;

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, March 06, 2026, 03/06/2026, Crafting Community: Work on Personal Projects & Make New Friends

Concert | Performance & Conversation Exploring Cultural Histories of Africa & the Americas


Attend a musical conversation between Laurent Dubois and Felwine Sarr, featuring performance and reflections on the practice of music as a way of knowing, interpreting, and approaching the intertwined cultural histories of Africa and the Americas. They will be joined by philosopher and professor in NYU's Department of French Literature, Thought, and Culture Nadia Yala Kisukidi.
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6:00 pm
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Concerts, March 06, 2026, 03/06/2026, Performance & Conversation&nbsp;Exploring Cultural Histories of Africa & the Americas

Play | Houdini Speaks to the Living: Historically-Based Drama about Sir Arthur Conan Doyle & Houdini


The year is 1924, and the Great Houdini is taking his crusade against Spiritualism straight to the public in a series of lectures filled with theatrical magic- and seance-debunking. At the same time, his close friend Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, creator of the Sherlock Holmes mysteries, is lecturing on behalf of Spiritualism, believing this movement to represent "a great Philosophy" that will usher in a new age for mankind. Watch these two legends battle out the true nature of magic through a historically-based, largely verbatim play using original materials from University of Texas at Austin's Harry Ransom Center archives. The result is a 75-minute performance complete with spell-binding magic and potent reflections on the afterlife in a sharp debate from these iconic figures. Writers: Beth Burns & Patrick Terry Director: Beth Burns The performance will be followed by a Q&A with the creative team.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Fri, Mar 6
7:00 pm
Free
Plays, March 06, 2026, 03/06/2026, Houdini Speaks to the Living: Historically-Based Drama about Sir Arthur Conan Doyle & Houdini

Concert | Emerging Indie Rock Artist Benét


Benét performs his new indie rock album, Make ‘Em Laugh, which he thinks of as a game of Clue. He’s trying to map out exactly when and how a relationship failed, capturing the insights and stories of the myriad players in the room, conveying lost love and grief. There are two ways to access this event: 1. General Admission, first-come first-served. Just show up! 2. Fast Track opening the Monday before the event at noon.
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7:30 pm
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Concerts, March 06, 2026, 03/06/2026, Emerging Indie Rock Artist&nbsp;Ben&eacute;t

Dance Performance | Well-known NYC Dance Company


Second Avenue Dance Company members perform their March concert.
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Sat, Mar 7
7:30 am
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Dance Performances, March 07, 2026, 03/07/2026, Well-known NYC Dance Company

Workshop | Central Park Running Session (All Levels Welcome)


If you prefer not to run alone or are looking to improve your running performance, you can run with a club! Open to runners of all levels. Weekly changed routes through the park. Coaches, training, running company and inspiration!
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Performance | Tillie the Terrible Swede: Family Puppet & Music Experience


A show for the whole family featuring marionette puppets, live performers, and most importantly — a bicycle! Tille the Terrible Swede is based on the true story of pioneering sportswoman Matilda Anderson, the play shows us how Tillie became the best woman cyclist in the world!
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10:00 am
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Performance | Tillie the Terrible Swede: Family Puppet & Music Experience


A show for the whole family featuring marionette puppets, live performers, and most importantly — a bicycle! Tille the Terrible Swede is based on the true story of pioneering sportswoman Matilda Anderson, the play shows us how Tillie became the best woman cyclist in the world!
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Sat, Mar 7
11:00 am
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Performances, March 07, 2026, 03/07/2026, Tillie the Terrible Swede: Family Puppet & Music Experience

Film | Little Women (2019): Coming-of-Age Period Drama with Star-Studded Cast


This March, follow the lives of the March sisters—Jo, Meg, Amy, and Beth—as they navigate ambition, love, and loss in 19th-century America. Driven by her dream to become a writer, Jo March struggles with the societal constraints that demand a woman's true ambition lies only in love. Meanwhile, practical Meg navigates the allure of wealth versus a life of modest domesticity, artistic Amy pursues refinement and her own artistic dreams in Europe, and gentle Beth holds the family together.  Director: Greta Gerwig Cast: Saoirse Ronan, Emma Watson, Florence Pugh, Eliza Scanlen, Laura Dern, Timothée Chalamet, Tracy Letts, Bob Odenkirk
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1:00 pm
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Films, March 07, 2026, 03/07/2026, Little Women (2019): Coming-of-Age Period Drama with Star-Studded Cast

Film | Morocco (1930): Classic Romantic Drama Film with Marlene Dietrich


A cabaret singer and a Legionnaire fall in love, but their relationship is complicated by the results of his womanizing and the appearance of a rich man who wants her for himself. Director: Josef von Sternberg Cast: Gary Cooper, Marlene Dietrich, Adolphe Menjou Marlene Dietrich was a German-American actress and singer whose career spanned nearly seven decades. In 1920s Berlin, she performed on the stage and in silent films. Her performance as Lola Lola in Josef von Sternberg's The Blue Angel (1930) brought her international acclaim and a contract with Paramount Pictures. Dietrich starred in many Hollywood films. Throughout World War II, she was a high-profile entertainer in the United States. Although she delivered notable performances in several post-war films, she spent most of the 1950s to the 1970s touring the world as a marquee live-show performer.
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Sat, Mar 7
2:00 pm
Free
Films, March 07, 2026, 03/07/2026, Morocco (1930): Classic Romantic Drama Film with Marlene Dietrich

Discussion | Death Cafe Discussion Group


An informal, group-directed discussion of death with no agenda, objectives or themes. The purpose of Death Cafe is "to increase awareness of death with a view to helping people make the most of their (finite) lives." This is a discussion group rather than a grief support or counseling session.
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3:30 pm
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Discussions, March 07, 2026, 03/07/2026, Death Cafe Discussion Group

Party | Artistic Celebration of Celine Dion's Album, Falling Into You


Playwright and raconteur Inua Ellams invites you to his Rhythm And Poetry (R.A.P.) Party, featuring ten of New York's most gifted poets and spoken word artists in celebration of Celine Dion's breakout LP Falling Into You (1996). It's a voice that the world knows and the album that put her in the spotlight forever. Celine Dion's breakout LP Falling Into You (1996) blends pop, rock, soul, and gospel into a richly cinematic sound. Featuring unforgettable songs like Diane Warren and David Foster's "Because You Loved Me" and Jim Steinman's "It's All Coming Back to Me Now", the album acted as a showcase for Dion's dramatic emotional range and razor-sharp technical acumen. Falling ultimately sold over 32 million copies worldwide, won Dion Grammys for both Album of the Year and Best Pop Album, cemented her as the definitive voice of 1990s pop, and granted her undying status as a beloved diva and queer icon. Honoring the 30th anniversary of the seminal album, the Ellams hosts this party with artists sharing new works inspired by Dion's music and impact. Enjoy a nostalgia-filled night of power ballads, lyric poems, and a celebration of the transformative power of music. There are two ways to access this event: 1. General Admission, first-come first-served. Just show up! 2. Fast Track opening the Monday before the event at noon.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Sat, Mar 7
7:30 pm
Free
Partys, March 07, 2026, 03/07/2026, Artistic Celebration of Celine Dion's Album, Falling Into You

Park Walk | Women's Walk in the Park


This group brings together women from all walks of life to bond, exercise, and embrace the beauty of their surroundings. Hundreds of women of all different ages and backgrounds meet to simply go for a walk in Central Park. About 80% of the women show up alone, so feel free to give it a try! Walk locations sometimes change, so make sure to check the group's Instagram page @citygirlswhowalk stories the day before and on Sunday to confirm the meet/walk spot. You are welcome to bring your leashed dog.
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Sun, Mar 8
12:00 pm
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Park Walks, March 08, 2026, 03/08/2026, Women's Walk in the Park

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.
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Mon, Mar 9
9:45 am
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Workshops, March 09, 2026, 03/09/2026, Start the Day with Morning Meditation

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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Mon, Mar 9
2:00 pm
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Workshops, March 09, 2026, 03/09/2026, Walk and Creative Writing Session

Author Reading | Historian Shares His New Book, Karl Marx in America


Historian Andrew Hartman will speak about his recent book, Karl Marx in America. To read Karl Marx is to contemplate a world created by capitalism. People have long viewed the United States as the quintessential anti-Marxist nation, but Marx’s ideas have inspired a wide range of people to formulate a more precise sense of the stakes of the American project. Historians have highlighted the imprint made on the United States by Enlightenment thinkers such as Adam Smith, John Locke, and Thomas Paine, but Marx is rarely considered alongside these figures. Yet his ideas are the most relevant today because of capitalism’s centrality to American life.
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Mon, Mar 9
6:00 pm
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Author Readings, March 09, 2026, 03/09/2026, Historian Shares His New Book,&nbsp;Karl Marx in America

Workshop | Learn & Practice Chess with an Expert


Learn to play chess or develop your strategies with chess expert Tamar Chanadiri from the Marshall Chess Club. Participants are encouraged to attend all sessions, as each one builds on the previous. Bring a friend or join on your own--all levels and ages are welcome! Chess sets are provided but you're welcome to bring your own. From 6-7 PM Tamar will provide instruction for beginner-level players. From 7-8 PM there will be open play for all levels.
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Mon, Mar 9
6:00 pm
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Workshops, March 09, 2026, 03/09/2026, Learn & Practice Chess with an Expert

Dance Performance | Dance Works-in-Progress


A high visibility low-tech forum for experimentation, emerging ideas, and works-in-progress held in the Fall and Spring seasons. Artists are selected by a rotating committee of peer artists.
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Mon, Mar 9
7:00 pm
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Dance Performances, March 09, 2026, 03/09/2026, Dance Works-in-Progress

Classical Music | Works from the Past 250 Years: stellar evening of classical music


Attend a stellar evening of music featuring both world-renowned artists and young, up-and-coming musicians. the featured program encompasses masterpieces by American and European composers. Tatjana Rankovich, a versatile musician, described by The New York Times as an "astonishingly good pianists;" Cellist Quiang Tu (a member of the New York Philharmonic); Belle Wang is an award-winning violinist with top honors; Juewen Zhang is an emerging young cellist and Leo Sommerheil is a young pianist who is studying with Tatjana Rankovich at Mannes Prep.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Mon, Mar 9
7:00 pm
Free
Concerts, March 09, 2026, 03/09/2026, Works from the Past 250 Years: stellar evening of classical music

Workshop | Central Park Running Session (All Levels Welcome)


If you prefer not to run alone or are looking to improve your running performance, you can run with a club! Open to runners of all levels. Weekly changed routes through the park. Coaches, training, running company and inspiration!
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Tue, Mar 10
6:30 am
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Workshops, March 10, 2026, 03/10/2026, Central Park Running&nbsp;Session (All Levels Welcome)

Workshop | Adult Zumba


Featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography. Work on your balance, coordination and range of motion.
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Tue, Mar 10
10:30 am
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Workshops, March 10, 2026, 03/10/2026, Adult Zumba

Workshop | Learn the Basics of Irish Dance (Beginners Welcome!)


This is a dance workshop in partnership with the Irish Arts Center to introduce absolute beginners to traditional Irish dance in honor of Irish American Heritage Month. Absolutely no experience is necessary to participate! Participants will learn the basic techniques of Irish dance. We recommend attending in comfortable clothing and footwear you can move easily in. Participants must sign the waiver at the provided link.
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Tue, Mar 10
10:30 am
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Workshops, March 10, 2026, 03/10/2026, Learn the Basics of Irish Dance (Beginners Welcome!)

Film | Norma Rae (1979): Drama Film with Sally Field


A young single mother and textile worker agrees to help unionize her mill despite the problems and dangers involved.' Director: Martin Ritt Cast: Sally Field, Ron Leibman, Beau Bridges, Pat Hingle, Barbara Baxley Sally Field is an American actress who has performed in movies, Broadway theater, television, and made records of popular music. Known for her extensive work on screen and stage, she has received many accolades throughout her career spanning six decades, including two Academy Awards, two Golden Globe Awards, and three Primetime Emmy Awards, in addition to nominations for a Tony Award and two British Academy Film Awards. She was presented with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2014, the National Medal of Arts in 2014, the Kennedy Center Honor in 2019, and the Screen Actors Guild Life Achievement Award in 2023.
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Tue, Mar 10
1:00 pm
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Films, March 10, 2026, 03/10/2026, Norma Rae (1979): Drama Film with Sally Field

Book Discussion | Author Nicole Kelner Shares Her New Book, Quietest Places in New York City (+ Signing)


Enjoy a conversation with Nicole Kelner to celebrate her new book, Quietest Places in New York City: Finding Calm & Peace in Urban Chaos, an illustrated guide exploring the pockets of New York City to find quiet, stillness, and a connection to nature and the self. She will be in conversation with Abi Inman, followed by a signing.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Tue, Mar 10
6:00 pm
Free
Book Discussions, March 10, 2026, 03/10/2026, Author Nicole Kelner Shares Her New Book, Quietest Places in New York City (+ Signing)

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.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Tue, Mar 10
6:00 pm
Free
Partys, March 10, 2026, 03/10/2026, Play Bridge in a Stress-Free Environment

Screening | Emmy-Winning Host Shares Behind-the-Scenes Look at Her Series, Bare Feet with Mickela Mallozzi


Emmy Award-winning Executive Producer and TV Host, Mickela Mallozzi, leads a behind-the-scenes look into some of the most memorable moments from her PBS travel series, Bare Feet with Mickela Mallozzi. Enjoy an intriguing evening of storytelling and dance as she shares stories of culture and connection in New York City and beyond through the universal language of dance and music! Bare Feet completes its 8th PBS season this year.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Tue, Mar 10
6:30 pm
Free
Screenings, March 10, 2026, 03/10/2026, Emmy-Winning Host Shares Behind-the-Scenes Look at Her Series, Bare Feet with Mickela Mallozzi

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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Tue, Mar 10
6:30 pm
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Workshops, March 10, 2026, 03/10/2026, Origami Group Meet-Up

Classical Music | Exploring Juilliard Historian Rzewski's The People United Will Never Be Defeated (+ Q&A)


An evening of exploration into Rzewski's The People United Will Never Be Defeated investigates the revolutionary spirit and how political and social change manifests from the international to the local. This world premiere of a newly commissioned orchestration of Rzewski's The People United Will Never Be Defeated consists of a set of variations on a theme based on a Chilean protest song. The arrangements are being created by 18 composers from across America's cultural spectrum, including Chickasaw citizen Jerod Impichchaachaaha' Tate, Pulitzer Prize winner and Cuban immigrant Tania Leon, Brazil-born Marcos Balter, and Bahamas-born and Atlanta-raised Joel Thompson. Moderated by renowned ethnomusicologist, historian, and Juilliard faculty member Fredara Hadley, this discussion is scheduled to last one hour and will be followed by an audience Q&A. There are two ways to access this event: 1. General Admission, first-come first-served. Just show up! 2. Fast Track opening the Monday before the event at noon.
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Tue, Mar 10
7:00 pm
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Concerts, March 10, 2026, 03/10/2026, Exploring Juilliard Historian Rzewski's The People United Will Never Be Defeated (+ Q&A)

Book Discussion | Journalist Shares Her New Book, Citizenship: Notes on an American Myth (In Person AND Online!)


Journalist and author Daisy Hernandez explores one of the most contested questions in contemporary American life: who belongs. In her new book, Citizenship: Notes on an American Myth, Daisy Hernandez braids memoir, history, and cultural criticism to reveal how citizenship functions less as a guarantee than as a narrative we tell about ourselves as a nation. Drawing on her own family's stories--a mother from Colombia and a father who fled Castro's Cuba--Hernandez's narrative is both national and personal, and it challenges us to reframe our understanding of what it means to be an American.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Tue, Mar 10
7:00 pm
Free
Book Discussions, March 10, 2026, 03/10/2026, Journalist Shares Her New Book, Citizenship: Notes on an American Myth (In Person AND Online!)

Performance | Live Community Storytelling StorySLAM


Experience a live, unscripted storytelling event where anyone can share a five-minute personal story on the night’s theme. This noncompetitive StorySLAM celebrates the power of stories to connect people, honor diverse experiences, and highlight voices that are often unheard. Both established and emerging storytellers will perform in an evening of authentic, live narrative.
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Tue, Mar 10
7:00 pm
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Performances, March 10, 2026, 03/10/2026, Live Community Storytelling StorySLAM

Workshop | Central Park Running Session (All Levels Welcome)


If you prefer not to run alone or are looking to improve your running performance, you can run with a club! Open to runners of all levels. Weekly changed routes through the park. Coaches, training, running company and inspiration!
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Wed, Mar 11
6:30 am
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Workshops, March 11, 2026, 03/11/2026, Central Park Running&nbsp;Session (All Levels Welcome)

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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Wed, Mar 11
1:00 pm
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Workshops, March 11, 2026, 03/11/2026, Adult Chorus Session Open to All

Workshop | Free-Form Creative Writing Session


This event is an afternoon of live, free-form creative writing. No formal writing experience is required - just enthusiasm and curiosity to see where writing takes you. Participants are provided with suggested prompts at the start of the session, approximately 30 minutes to free write, and the remainder of the hour to share and listen to others' pieces. This is a relaxed forum to experiment with and strengthen your writing. There is the option, but not the requirement, to share your work in each session. Come write freely and meet other people who love writing for the sake of writing!
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Wed, Mar 11
1:30 pm
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Workshops, March 11, 2026, 03/11/2026, Free-Form Creative Writing Session

Film | Blonde Venus (1932): Old Hollywood Drama with Marlene Dietrich & Cary Grant


A cabaret singer takes up with a millionnaire to pay for her gravely-ill husband's medical care. Director: Josef von Sternberg Cast: Marlene Dietrich, Herbert Marshall, Cary Grant, Dickie Moore Marlene Dietrich was a German-American actress and singer whose career spanned nearly seven decades. In 1920s Berlin, she performed on the stage and in silent films. Her performance as Lola Lola in Josef von Sternberg's The Blue Angel (1930) brought her international acclaim and a contract with Paramount Pictures. Dietrich starred in many Hollywood films. Throughout World War II, she was a high-profile entertainer in the United States. Although she delivered notable performances in several post-war films, she spent most of the 1950s to the 1970s touring the world as a marquee live-show performer. A well-known figure of Classic Hollywood, Cary Grant was nominated twice for the Academy Award, received an Academy Honorary Award, and received the Kennedy Center Honors. In 1999, Grant was named the second greatest male star of the Golden Age of Hollywood by the American Film Institute.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Wed, Mar 11
2:00 pm
Free
Films, March 11, 2026, 03/11/2026, Blonde Venus (1932): Old Hollywood Drama with Marlene Dietrich & Cary Grant

Workshop | Draw the Human Figure


Challenge your artistic skills by drawing the human figure. Each week a model will strike short and long poses for participants to draw. Artists/ educators will offer constructive suggestions and critique. Materials provided, and artists are encouraged to bring their own favorite media.
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Wed, Mar 11
2:00 pm
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Workshops, March 11, 2026, 03/11/2026, Draw the Human Figure

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: o Improving memory and focus o Enhancing critical thinking skills o Making connections o Reducing stress (and screen time!)
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Wed, Mar 11
6:00 pm
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Partys, March 11, 2026, 03/11/2026, Board Games Meet-Up

Classical Music | Brahms's Masterpiece Ein Deutsches Requiem for Chorus & Orchestra, with Featured Vocalists


In this performance by Downtown Voices, NOVUS, and soloists Moriah Berry (a former Trinity Choral Scholar) and Brian Mextorf (Trinity Choir), Brahms's Ein Deutsches Requiem, a setting of biblical texts, unfolds in waves of grief and consolation, embodied in expressive orchestration and choral melodies. Johannes Brahms's is one of the most profound choral masterworks ever composed. Unlike traditional requiems, Brahms's masterpiece is not a mass for the dead but rather a work for the living, offering reassurance and solace.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Wed, Mar 11
6:00 pm
Free
Concerts, March 11, 2026, 03/11/2026, Brahms's Masterpiece Ein Deutsches Requiem for Chorus & Orchestra, with Featured Vocalists

Book Discussion | Historian Discusses His New Book, America's Founding Son (In Person AND Online!)


The historian and bass player for The Avett Brothers revisits the life of John Quincy Adams, arguably America's greatest ex-president. John Quincy Adams was born nine years before the signing of the Declaration of Independence, and he died as the United States was sliding irrevocably toward Civil War. In between he was a foreign ambassador, secretary of state, sitting president, and finally ex-president and sitting congressperson. In America's Founding Son, Bob Crawford--best known as the bassist for the Grammy-nominated band The Avett Brothers--traces Adams's unparalleled life and career. He helped formulate the Monroe Doctrine, which was evoked as recently as the day Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro was arrested. He is also the only ex-president to serve in Congress, where he confronted slaveholders and challenged the nation to live up to its founding ideals. Crawford talks to presidential historian Alexis Coe about John Quincy Adams's unlikely second act that reshaped not just his legacy but the country's.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Wed, Mar 11
7:00 pm
Free
Book Discussions, March 11, 2026, 03/11/2026, Historian Discusses His New Book, America's Founding Son (In Person AND Online!)

Discussion | Learn about Architecture of the Grace Farms' Famous "River Building"


Hosted by Toshihiro Oki, Grace Farms’ Architecture Advisor, previously of SAANA, and Chelsea Thatcher, Chief Strategic Creative Officer and Founding Creative Director, enjoy a visually stunning and uplifting presentation that digs into architecture, the arts, and Grace Farms’ Design for Freedom movement—the Foundation’s work to end modern slavery and create more grace and peace in the world. Situated on 80 acres in New Canaan, CT, Grace Farms is home to nature trails, restored meadows, and natural habitats. The centerpiece is the River building, named the “coolest building in Connecticut.” The sinuous building curves and bends up the landscape, capped by “The Sanctuary,” where acclaimed artists and musicians like Yo-Yo Ma and Joshua Bell inspire new perspectives and possibilities.
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Wed, Mar 11
7:30 pm
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Discussions, March 11, 2026, 03/11/2026, Learn about Architecture of the Grace Farms' Famous "River Building"

Workshop | Central Park Running Session (All Levels Welcome)


If you prefer not to run alone or are looking to improve your running performance, you can run with a club! Open to runners of all levels. Weekly changed routes through the park. Coaches, training, running company and inspiration!
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Thu, Mar 12
6:30 am
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Workshops, March 12, 2026, 03/12/2026, Central Park Running&nbsp;Session (All Levels Welcome)

Screening | School of American Ballet Showcases Films of Original Choreography


The School of American Ballet presents The Virginia B. Toulmin Foundation Evening for Female Choreography, an event celebrating the artistry, imagination, and leadership of the next generation of women in ballet. This special evening features short student-made films showcasing original choreography created by seven advanced-level female students, who participated in SAB's Student Choreography program in December 2025. These films highlight the students' creative process, collaborative spirit, and bold reimagining of classical ballet for today's world.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Thu, Mar 12
6:30 pm
Free
Screenings, March 12, 2026, 03/12/2026, School of American Ballet Showcases Films of Original Choreography

Workshop | Morning Tai Chi


Improve balance, strength and focus through gentle exercises. The sights and sounds of the river provide a serene background for the ancient flowing postures.
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Fri, Mar 13
8:30 am
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Workshops, March 13, 2026, 03/13/2026, Morning Tai Chi

Workshop | Adult Zumba


Featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography. Work on your balance, coordination and range of motion.
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Fri, Mar 13
10:30 am
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Park Walk | Nature Exploration with Outdoor Educator 


In celebration of Women’s History month, outdoor educator Marieke Bender leads a nature exploration through the park. Learn to tap into your senses and discover clues about the local wildlife. Marieke’s unique approach shows everyone how to enjoy the great outdoors!
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Fri, Mar 13
1:00 pm
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Park Walks, March 13, 2026, 03/13/2026, Nature Exploration with Outdoor Educator&nbsp;

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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Fri, Mar 13
1:30 pm
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Workshops, March 13, 2026, 03/13/2026, Crafting Community: Work on Personal Projects & Make New Friends

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
   New York City, NY; NYC
Fri, Mar 13
2:30 pm
Free
Tours, March 13, 2026, 03/13/2026, Explore One of New York's Iconic Buildings

Book Discussion | Author Allison Pataki Shares Her New Novel, It Girl (+ Signing)


Enjoy a conversation with Allison Pataki to celebrate her new novel, It Girl, a sensational story of passion, drama, stardom, and the price of fame for America's sweetheart. Allison will be in conversation with Chloe Melas, followed by a signing.
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6:00 pm
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Book Discussions, March 13, 2026, 03/13/2026, Author&nbsp;Allison Pataki Shares Her New Novel, It Girl&nbsp;(+ Signing)

Opera | The Silent Serenade (Die Stumme Serenade): Erich Korngold's Romantic Farce


Mannes Opera presents the U.S. Premiere of The Silent Serenade (Die Stumme Serenade), by composer Erich Wolfgang Korngold and librettist Victor Clement. Written in the late 1940s after Korngold's celebrated Hollywood tenure, and based on a short story by Austrian writer Raoul Auernheimer, The Silent Serenade is a romantic farce brimming with mistaken identities, amorous intrigue, and glittering melodies. The operetta-revue hybrid was intended for Broadway, at a time when works like Regina, The Consul, and Trouble in Tahiti found success on theatrical stages. But after a troubled production history--including an aborted Shubert Brothers run--the piece slipped into obscurity. Now, in a long-overdue U.S. premiere presented in English, Mannes Opera brings back this sophisticated confection, illuminating a facet of Korngold's genius rarely seen by American audiences. Conductor: Cris Frisco Director: Emma Griffin Featuring Mannes Orchestra.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Fri, Mar 13
7:00 pm
Free
Concerts, March 13, 2026, 03/13/2026, The Silent Serenade (Die Stumme Serenade): Erich Korngold's Romantic Farce

Book Discussion | Photographer Lyn Goldsmith Shares Her Iconic Photos


Music photographer Lynn Goldsmith shares a special presentation of images drawn from ten of her photographic books, celebrating some of the most iconic figures in music history. The presentation will include photographs from Patti Smith: Before Easter After; Bruce Springsteen: Access All Areas; Springsteen and the E Street Band; The Police 1978-1983; KISS 1977-1980; the New York Times bestseller New Kids: Rock and Roll Stories; Rock and Roll Stories; Music in the '80s; and Rock and Roll. Goldsmith will discuss her purpose in creating books with leading publishers such as Taschen, Rizzoli, and Abrams, and explain how and why each book is conceived and designed with the fan in mind. She will also share personal stories and behind-the-scenes insights into many of the images, offering a rare look into the moments surrounding their creation. A limited number of books will be available for purchase and signing.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Fri, Mar 13
7:00 pm
Free
Book Discussions, March 13, 2026, 03/13/2026, Photographer Lyn Goldsmith Shares Her Iconic Photos

Workshop | Central Park Running Session (All Levels Welcome)


If you prefer not to run alone or are looking to improve your running performance, you can run with a club! Open to runners of all levels. Weekly changed routes through the park. Coaches, training, running company and inspiration!
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Sat, Mar 14
8:00 am
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Workshops, March 14, 2026, 03/14/2026, Central Park Running&nbsp;Session (All Levels Welcome)

Book Club | Discuss Your Favorite Romance Books in a Group


Calling all romance book lovers! If you love romance or want to get into it, come to this romance book club! The group will be discussing everyone's favorite romance books, current reads, and more!
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Sat, Mar 14
10:15 am
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Book Clubs, March 14, 2026, 03/14/2026, Discuss Your Favorite Romance Books in a Group

Concert | Afro-Latin Rhythms & Beats with QUITAPENAS


Afro-Latin ensemble QUITAPENAS--one word, all caps; four syllables, all claps!--gives you a taste of their rhythmic contagion. Born under the warm California sun, these irresistible musicians celebrate the (almost) forgotten rhythms of Afro-Indigenous communities across Latin America. With call and response rhythms and pulsating beats that will get everyone moving, QUITAPENAS will have folks singing all day long. All ages are sure to enjoy these lively songs and inspiring messages! There are two ways to access this event: 1. General Admission, first-come first-served. Just show up! 2. Fast Track opening the Monday before the event at noon.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Sat, Mar 14
11:00 am
Free
Concerts, March 14, 2026, 03/14/2026, Afro-Latin Rhythms & Beats with QUITAPENAS

Film | Blonde Venus (1932): Old Hollywood Drama with Marlene Dietrich & Cary Grant


A cabaret singer takes up with a millionnaire to pay for her gravely-ill husband's medical care. Director: Josef von Sternberg Cast: Marlene Dietrich, Herbert Marshall, Cary Grant, Dickie Moore Marlene Dietrich was a German-American actress and singer whose career spanned nearly seven decades. In 1920s Berlin, she performed on the stage and in silent films. Her performance as Lola Lola in Josef von Sternberg's The Blue Angel (1930) brought her international acclaim and a contract with Paramount Pictures. Dietrich starred in many Hollywood films. Throughout World War II, she was a high-profile entertainer in the United States. Although she delivered notable performances in several post-war films, she spent most of the 1950s to the 1970s touring the world as a marquee live-show performer. A well-known figure of Classic Hollywood, Cary Grant was nominated twice for the Academy Award, received an Academy Honorary Award, and received the Kennedy Center Honors. In 1999, Grant was named the second greatest male star of the Golden Age of Hollywood by the American Film Institute.
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2:00 pm
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Films, March 14, 2026, 03/14/2026, Blonde Venus (1932):&nbsp;Old Hollywood Drama with&nbsp;Marlene Dietrich & Cary Grant

Opera | The Silent Serenade (Die Stumme Serenade): Erich Korngold's Romantic Farce


Mannes Opera presents the U.S. Premiere of The Silent Serenade (Die Stumme Serenade), by composer Erich Wolfgang Korngold and librettist Victor Clement. Written in the late 1940s after Korngold’s celebrated Hollywood tenure, and based on a short story by Austrian writer Raoul Auernheimer, The Silent Serenade is a romantic farce brimming with mistaken identities, amorous intrigue, and glittering melodies. The operetta-revue hybrid was intended for Broadway, at a time when works like Regina, The Consul, and Trouble in Tahiti found success on theatrical stages. But after a troubled production history—including an aborted Shubert Brothers run—the piece slipped into obscurity. Now, in a long-overdue U.S. premiere presented in English, Mannes Opera brings back this sophisticated confection, illuminating a facet of Korngold’s genius rarely seen by American audiences. Conductor: Cris Frisco Director: Emma Griffin Featuring Mannes Orchestra.
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Sat, Mar 14
7:00 pm
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Concerts, March 14, 2026, 03/14/2026, The Silent Serenade (Die Stumme Serenade): Erich Korngold's Romantic Farce

Park Walk | Women's Walk in the Park


This group brings together women from all walks of life to bond, exercise, and embrace the beauty of their surroundings. Hundreds of women of all different ages and backgrounds meet to simply go for a walk in Central Park. About 80% of the women show up alone, so feel free to give it a try! Walk locations sometimes change, so make sure to check the group's Instagram page @citygirlswhowalk stories the day before and on Sunday to confirm the meet/walk spot. You are welcome to bring your leashed dog.
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Sun, Mar 15
12:00 pm
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Park Walks, March 15, 2026, 03/15/2026, Women's Walk in the Park

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.
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Mon, Mar 16
9:45 am
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Party | Fiber/Textile Arts Meetup


Are you a knitter? Do you like to crochet? Maybe you like a different type of fiber art? Whichever it is, bring your supplies and lose yourself in the meditative world of creating art with fiber. Invite your friends, or make new connections there. This is a meet-up, not a class.
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Mon, Mar 16
1:00 pm
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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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Mon, Mar 16
2:00 pm
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Workshop | Learn & Practice Chess with an Expert


Learn to play chess or develop your strategies with chess expert Tamar Chanadiri from the Marshall Chess Club. Participants are encouraged to attend all sessions, as each one builds on the previous. Bring a friend or join on your own--all levels and ages are welcome! Chess sets are provided but you're welcome to bring your own. From 6-7 PM Tamar will provide instruction for beginner-level players. From 7-8 PM there will be open play for all levels.
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Mon, Mar 16
6:00 pm
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Master Class | Learn To Play Scottish Dance Tunes (Listeners Welcome)


This is a workshop/jam to introduce musicians to traditional Scottish dance tunes. You will learn some tunes traditionally played for Scottish dances as well as some airs. If you don’t know a reel from a strathspey or jig or waltz, you will, by the end of the workshop! Listeners are also welcome. Musicians should be intermediate level and up, although advanced beginners are also welcome. Absolute beginners are welcome to listen! Please bring acoustic instruments only - no amplification. For example: strings (fiddle, viola, cello, bass, guitar, dulcimer, mandolin, banjo, etc.), winds (recorders, flutes, clarinets, whistles, etc.), percussion, accordion, concertina, etc. For adults 18+ 
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Mon, Mar 16
6:00 pm
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Concerts, March 16, 2026, 03/16/2026, Learn To Play Scottish Dance Tunes (Listeners Welcome)

Lecture | Egyptologist Discusses the Discovery of King Tut's Tomb


Enjoy an engaging talk with Egyptologist, Dr. Bob Brier, about one of the greatest archaeological finds of all time. Tutankhamun's tomb is one of the most famous archaeological finds of all time. The story concerning its discovery and treasures has been well documented. Less known, however, are the political dramas that surrounded the actual excavation. In this lecture, presented in collaboration with the American Research Center in Egypt/New York and its National Headquarters, world-renowned Egyptologist and Senior Research Fellow at Long Island University, Dr. Bob Brier, discusses Howard Carter and Lord Carnarvon, and subsequently focuses on Pierre Lacau. The French Director General of the Service of Antiquities was instrumental in preserving the opulent burial remains in Egypt, except for the artifacts that were surreptitiously removed. Recently uncovered information shed additional light on the critical role Lacau played. But was he a hero or villain?
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Mon, Mar 16
6:30 pm
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Lectures, March 16, 2026, 03/16/2026, Egyptologist Discusses the Discovery of King Tut's Tomb

Dance Performance | Dance Works-in-Progress


A high visibility low-tech forum for experimentation, emerging ideas, and works-in-progress held in the Fall and Spring seasons. Artists are selected by a rotating committee of peer artists.
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Mon, Mar 16
7:00 pm
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Dance Performances, March 16, 2026, 03/16/2026, Dance Works-in-Progress

Workshop | Central Park Running Session (All Levels Welcome)


If you prefer not to run alone or are looking to improve your running performance, you can run with a club! Open to runners of all levels. Weekly changed routes through the park. Coaches, training, running company and inspiration!
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Tue, Mar 17
6:30 am
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Workshops, March 17, 2026, 03/17/2026, Central Park Running&nbsp;Session (All Levels Welcome)

Workshop | Adult Zumba


Featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography. Work on your balance, coordination and range of motion.
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Tue, Mar 17
10:30 am
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Book Discussion | Irish-American Poetry Discussion Circle


Participate with fellow poetry enthusiasts in unpacking the layered meanings of poetry through an informal group discussion. This month, celebrate St. Patrick's Day with poems from the tradition of Irish American poetry. Please note that contemporary poetry deals frankly with contemporary issues and all works discussed are artistic expressions selected for an adult audience.
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Tue, Mar 17
2:30 pm
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Book Discussions, March 17, 2026, 03/17/2026, Irish-American Poetry Discussion Circle

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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Tue, Mar 17
6:00 pm
Free
Partys, March 17, 2026, 03/17/2026, Play Bridge in a Stress-Free Environment

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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Tue, Mar 17
6:30 pm
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Workshops, March 17, 2026, 03/17/2026, Origami Group Meet-Up

Lecture | St. Patrick's Day Talk: Distiller Shares the History of the Irish Drink poitin


Distiller Maura Clare speaks about the history of the Irish drink, poitin. Irish whiskey and stout are both renowned, but perhaps the most Irish of all the drinks is poitin, a super-strength clear Irish moonshine. Originally brewed in convents and monasteries some 1500 years ago, poitin later moved to Irish farms, where copper pots (poitin means “small pot”) were used to make the illegal liquor. The best poitin was grain-based. It’s now legal, and known as a trendy new mixer for hipster mixologists—and also as a symbol of Irish determination and defiance. The US brand Smuggling Nun was named after the founder’s cousin, Sister Mary, a Franciscan nun who smuggled poitin through customs in a bottle of holy water. Maura Clare, founder/owner of Smuggling Nun, will lead a St. Patrick’s Day lecture on the colorful history of poitin. A poitin-based cocktail will be available in the bar.
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Tue, Mar 17
8:00 pm
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Workshop | Central Park Running Session (All Levels Welcome)


If you prefer not to run alone or are looking to improve your running performance, you can run with a club! Open to runners of all levels. Weekly changed routes through the park. Coaches, training, running company and inspiration!
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Wed, Mar 18
6:30 am
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Workshops, March 18, 2026, 03/18/2026, Central Park Running&nbsp;Session (All Levels Welcome)

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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Wed, Mar 18
1:00 pm
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Workshops, March 18, 2026, 03/18/2026, Adult Chorus Session Open to All

Film | The Devil Is a Woman (1935): Old Hollywood Romantic Drama with Marlene Dietrich


A young man is warned by a captain about a temptress, nonetheless, he finds himself falling in love with her. Director: Josef von Sternberg Cast: Marlene Dietrich, Lionel Atwill, Cesar Romero Marlene Dietrich was a German-American actress and singer whose career spanned nearly seven decades. In 1920s Berlin, she performed on the stage and in silent films. Her performance as Lola Lola in Josef von Sternberg's The Blue Angel (1930) brought her international acclaim and a contract with Paramount Pictures. Dietrich starred in many Hollywood films. Throughout World War II, she was a high-profile entertainer in the United States. Although she delivered notable performances in several post-war films, she spent most of the 1950s to the 1970s touring the world as a marquee live-show performer.
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Wed, Mar 18
2:00 pm
Free
Films, March 18, 2026, 03/18/2026, The Devil Is a Woman (1935): Old Hollywood Romantic Drama with Marlene Dietrich

Workshop | Draw the Human Figure


Challenge your artistic skills by drawing the human figure. Each week a model will strike short and long poses for participants to draw. Artists/ educators will offer constructive suggestions and critique. Materials provided, and artists are encouraged to bring their own favorite media.
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Wed, Mar 18
2:00 pm
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Workshops, March 18, 2026, 03/18/2026, Draw the Human Figure

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: o Improving memory and focus o Enhancing critical thinking skills o Making connections o Reducing stress (and screen time!)
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Wed, Mar 18
6:00 pm
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Discussion | Experts Discuss the Economy of Philanthropy & Arts Patronage in American Culture


Experts explore the economy of philanthropy and patronage in American culture, and how they shape the performing arts and cultural institutions. They will refer to The Wealth of Nations, Adam Smith's seminal text on economics and value, as well as the oratorio of the same name that the NY Phil is premiering that week by David Lang, a winner of the Pulitzer Prize for Music as well as The Marie-Josee Kravis Prize for New Music at the New York Philharmonic. Moderated by renowned ethnomusicologist, historian, and Juilliard faculty member Fredara Hadley, this discussion is scheduled to last one hour and will be followed by an audience Q&A. There are two ways to access this event: 1. General Admission, first-come first-served. Just show up! 2. Fast Track opening the Monday before the event at noon.
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Wed, Mar 18
7:00 pm
Free
Discussions, March 18, 2026, 03/18/2026, Experts Discuss the Economy of Philanthropy & Arts Patronage in American Culture

Workshop | Central Park Running Session (All Levels Welcome)


If you prefer not to run alone or are looking to improve your running performance, you can run with a club! Open to runners of all levels. Weekly changed routes through the park. Coaches, training, running company and inspiration!
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Thu, Mar 19
6:30 am
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Workshops, March 19, 2026, 03/19/2026, Central Park Running&nbsp;Session (All Levels Welcome)

Workshop | Learn How To Play Mah-Jongg


Mah-Jongg is a four-person tile game of skill, strategy, and luck! Learn the rules and mechanics of American Mah-Jongg. Attend a two hour group lesson with instructor Susan Richards. Sets and a few cards provided, but you are encouraged to bring your own cards.
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Thu, Mar 19
10:00 am
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Workshops, March 19, 2026, 03/19/2026, Learn How To Play Mah-Jongg

Classical Music | Cello Suites by J.S. Bach (featuring Violoncello Piccolo)


Cellist Juliana Soltis celebrates J.S. Bach's birthday with a performance that upends more than 200 years of tradition in reviving the long-lost practice of improvisation in Bach's beloved cello suites. Featuring the rarely-heard five-string violoncello piccolo, this is Bach's music as it has waited centuries to be heard.
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Thu, Mar 19
6:00 pm
Free
Concerts, March 19, 2026, 03/19/2026, Cello Suites by J.S. Bach (featuring Violoncello Piccolo)

Book Club | Luddite Book Discussion on Enshittification by Cory Doctorow


This book club shighlights work on the topic of technology’s impact on our individual lives as well as society as a whole, followed by an open discussion to share recent experiences and observations. Enshittification: Why Everything Suddenly Got Worse and What to Do About It by Cory Doctorow (2025) The new dirty word that describes the pattern behind digital platforms progressively getting worse and worse for users. But we don’t need to curse our fate; there may still be things we can do about it.
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Thu, Mar 19
6:00 pm
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Book Clubs, March 19, 2026, 03/19/2026, Luddite Book Discussion on Enshittification by&nbsp;Cory Doctorow

Performance | Evening Ice Skating Show


Enjoy evening performances of contemporary ice dance set within a winter landscape. Innovative choreography and live ice performance come together to create a fusion of athleticism, artistry, and atmosphere. 
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Thu, Mar 19
6:15 pm
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Performances, March 19, 2026, 03/19/2026, Evening Ice Skating Show

Classical Music | Contemporary Chamber Works with American Modern Opera Company Musicians


A formidable chamber music collective constructed of AMOC* core ensemble members, including violinist/violist Miranda Cuckson, violinist Keir GoGwilt, and cellist Coleman Itzkoff performs Wildflowers, a new and intricate miniature duet for violins by Juri Seo, and Meadow, composer Linda Catlin Smith's gently wandering, gradually unfolding string trio. The program closes with a rendition of selected movements from Limin', the Canadian composer/pianist Stewart Goodyear's suite for violin and keys that draws inspiration from American and Caribbean scenes and dances. Limin' will feature Cuckson and a special guest appearance from Goodyear on piano. There are two ways to access this event: 1. General Admission, first-come first-served. Just show up! 2. Fast Track opening the Monday before the event at noon.
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Thu, Mar 19
7:30 pm
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Concerts, March 19, 2026, 03/19/2026, Contemporary Chamber Works with&nbsp;American Modern Opera Company Musicians

Workshop | Morning Tai Chi


Improve balance, strength and focus through gentle exercises. The sights and sounds of the river provide a serene background for the ancient flowing postures.
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Fri, Mar 20
8:30 am
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Workshops, March 20, 2026, 03/20/2026, Morning Tai Chi

Workshop | Adult Zumba


Featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography. Work on your balance, coordination and range of motion.
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Fri, Mar 20
10:30 am
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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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Fri, Mar 20
1:30 pm
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Workshops, March 20, 2026, 03/20/2026, Crafting Community: Work on Personal Projects & Make New Friends

Performance | Black Burlesque & Drag Showcase Exploring Cultural Hybridity and Black Diaspora


This event showcases burlesque at its finest. Empowered, illustrious, and fierce. An evening of live performance and multimedia experiences, Hairology brings together some of today's most innovative Black burlesque and drag performers in an exploration of cultural hybridity within the global Black diaspora. Featuring a star-studded lineup including: Foxy Belle Afriq, Abby Fantastic, Thee Suburbia, Rain Supreme, Junior Mintt, ILOV GRATE, and special guests Jack Rabbit Slims and Susie Dahl. Please note: This performance contains partial nudity and other adult themes. Audience discretion is advised. There are two ways to access this event: 1. General Admission, first-come first-served. Just show up! 2. Fast Track opening the Monday before the event at noon.
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Fri, Mar 20
7:30 pm
Free
Performances, March 20, 2026, 03/20/2026, Black Burlesque & Drag Showcase Exploring Cultural Hybridity and Black Diaspora

Workshop | Central Park Running Session (All Levels Welcome)


If you prefer not to run alone or are looking to improve your running performance, you can run with a club! Open to runners of all levels. Weekly changed routes through the park. Coaches, training, running company and inspiration!
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Sat, Mar 21
8:00 am
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Workshops, March 21, 2026, 03/21/2026, Central Park Running&nbsp;Session (All Levels Welcome)

Park Walk | Spanish-English Bilingual Park Exploration


Latino Outdoors and BPCA naturalists lead this Spanish-English exploration of the park. Celebrate longer days and warm sunshine as we search for signs of spring in the city. Nos vemos afuera!
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Sat, Mar 21
10:00 am
Free
Park Walks, March 21, 2026, 03/21/2026, Spanish-English Bilingual Park Exploration

Film | The Devil Is a Woman (1935): Old Hollywood Romantic Drama with Marlene Dietrich


A young man is warned by a captain about a temptress, nonetheless, he finds himself falling in love with her. Director: Josef von Sternberg Cast: Marlene Dietrich, Lionel Atwill, Cesar Romero Marlene Dietrich was a German-American actress and singer whose career spanned nearly seven decades. In 1920s Berlin, she performed on the stage and in silent films. Her performance as Lola Lola in Josef von Sternberg's The Blue Angel (1930) brought her international acclaim and a contract with Paramount Pictures. Dietrich starred in many Hollywood films. Throughout World War II, she was a high-profile entertainer in the United States. Although she delivered notable performances in several post-war films, she spent most of the 1950s to the 1970s touring the world as a marquee live-show performer.
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Sat, Mar 21
2:00 pm
Free
Films, March 21, 2026, 03/21/2026, The Devil Is a Woman (1935): Old Hollywood Romantic Drama with Marlene Dietrich

Author Reading | Thought-Provoking Evening of Spoken Word, Poetry, & New Works by Emerging Writers


Since 2022, Brooklyn’s own Mahogany L. Browne—a prolific writer and avid advocate for public art who has held the role of Lincoln Center’s inaugural Poet-in-Residence—hosts a thought-provoking evening of spoken word, spirited conversation, poetry, and presentations of new work, presenting major poets and emerging voices on the New York literary scene. Featured artists to be announced soon!. Browne has written works of fiction, stage plays, and critical essays, edited six anthologies, and authored another half-dozen poetry collections. There are two ways to access this event: 1. General Admission, first-come first-served. Just show up! 2. Fast Track opening the Monday before the event at noon.
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Sat, Mar 21
7:30 pm
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Author Readings, March 21, 2026, 03/21/2026, Thought-Provoking Evening of Spoken Word, Poetry, & New Works by Emerging Writers

Park Walk | Women's Walk in the Park


This group brings together women from all walks of life to bond, exercise, and embrace the beauty of their surroundings. Hundreds of women of all different ages and backgrounds meet to simply go for a walk in Central Park. About 80% of the women show up alone, so feel free to give it a try! Walk locations sometimes change, so make sure to check the group's Instagram page @citygirlswhowalk stories the day before and on Sunday to confirm the meet/walk spot. You are welcome to bring your leashed dog.
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Sun, Mar 22
12:00 pm
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Park Walks, March 22, 2026, 03/22/2026, Women's Walk in the Park

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.
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Mon, Mar 23
9:45 am
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Workshops, March 23, 2026, 03/23/2026, Start the Day with Morning Meditation

Party | Fiber/Textile Arts Meetup


Are you a knitter? Do you like to crochet? Maybe you like a different type of fiber art? Whichever it is, bring your supplies and lose yourself in the meditative world of creating art with fiber. Invite your friends, or make new connections there. This is a meet-up, not a class.
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Mon, Mar 23
1:00 pm
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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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Mon, Mar 23
2:00 pm
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Workshop | Learn & Practice Chess with an Expert


Learn to play chess or develop your strategies with chess expert Tamar Chanadiri from the Marshall Chess Club. Participants are encouraged to attend all sessions, as each one builds on the previous. Bring a friend or join on your own--all levels and ages are welcome! Chess sets are provided but you're welcome to bring your own. From 6-7 PM Tamar will provide instruction for beginner-level players. From 7-8 PM there will be open play for all levels.
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Mon, Mar 23
6:00 pm
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Workshops, March 23, 2026, 03/23/2026, Learn & Practice Chess with an Expert

Festival | Irish-American Heritage Month Cultural Performances (Live Music & More)


Celebrate Irish-American Heritage Month with a night full of beautiful performances. Irish-American Heritage Month was designated in 1991 to recognize the rich history and cultural impact the Irish brought to America through their deep devotion to the arts. Tonight, we celebrate these contributions with multiple mediums and performers—the great Irish-born chanteuse Mary Deady, who has appeared with us before, and her talented musical director, Jeff Cubeta, presents a medley of poignant Irish and American songs, while the program also features a scene reading from Brian Friel's Philadelphia, Here I Come.
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Mon, Mar 23
6:30 pm
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Festivals, March 23, 2026, 03/23/2026, Irish-American Heritage Month Cultural Performances (Live Music & More)

Dance Performance | Dance Works-in-Progress


A high visibility low-tech forum for experimentation, emerging ideas, and works-in-progress held in the Fall and Spring seasons. Artists are selected by a rotating committee of peer artists.
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Mon, Mar 23
7:00 pm
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Dance Performances, March 23, 2026, 03/23/2026, Dance Works-in-Progress

Workshop | Central Park Running Session (All Levels Welcome)


If you prefer not to run alone or are looking to improve your running performance, you can run with a club! Open to runners of all levels. Weekly changed routes through the park. Coaches, training, running company and inspiration!
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Tue, Mar 24
6:30 am
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Workshops, March 24, 2026, 03/24/2026, Central Park Running&nbsp;Session (All Levels Welcome)

Workshop | Adult Zumba


Featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography. Work on your balance, coordination and range of motion.
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Tue, Mar 24
10:30 am
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Workshop | Learn the Basics of Irish Dance (Beginners Welcome!)


This is a dance workshop in partnership with the Irish Arts Center to introduce absolute beginners to traditional Irish dance in honor of Irish American Heritage Month. Absolutely no experience is necessary to participate! Participants will learn the basic techniques of Irish dance. We recommend attending in comfortable clothing and footwear you can move easily in. Participants must sign the waiver at the provided link.
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Tue, Mar 24
10:30 am
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Workshops, March 24, 2026, 03/24/2026, Learn the Basics of Irish Dance (Beginners Welcome!)

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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Tue, Mar 24
6:00 pm
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Partys, March 24, 2026, 03/24/2026, Play Bridge in a Stress-Free Environment

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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Tue, Mar 24
6:30 pm
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Workshops, March 24, 2026, 03/24/2026, Origami Group Meet-Up

Workshop | Central Park Running Session (All Levels Welcome)


If you prefer not to run alone or are looking to improve your running performance, you can run with a club! Open to runners of all levels. Weekly changed routes through the park. Coaches, training, running company and inspiration!
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Wed, Mar 25
6:30 am
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Workshops, March 25, 2026, 03/25/2026, Central Park Running&nbsp;Session (All Levels Welcome)

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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Wed, Mar 25
1:00 pm
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Workshops, March 25, 2026, 03/25/2026, Adult Chorus Session Open to All

Film | The Flame of New Orleans (1941): Classic Historical Comedy with Marlene Dietrich


In old New Orleans, a beautiful adventuress juggles the attentions of a rich banker and a dashing sea captain. Director: Rene Clair Cast: Marlene Dietrich, Bruce Cabot, Roland Young, Mischa Auer Marlene Dietrich was a German-American actress and singer whose career spanned nearly seven decades. In 1920s Berlin, she performed on the stage and in silent films. Her performance as Lola Lola in Josef von Sternberg's The Blue Angel (1930) brought her international acclaim and a contract with Paramount Pictures. Dietrich starred in many Hollywood films. Throughout World War II, she was a high-profile entertainer in the United States. Although she delivered notable performances in several post-war films, she spent most of the 1950s to the 1970s touring the world as a marquee live-show performer.
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Wed, Mar 25
2:00 pm
Free
Films, March 25, 2026, 03/25/2026, The Flame of New Orleans (1941): Classic Historical Comedy with Marlene Dietrich

Workshop | Draw the Human Figure


Challenge your artistic skills by drawing the human figure. Each week a model will strike short and long poses for participants to draw. Artists/ educators will offer constructive suggestions and critique. Materials provided, and artists are encouraged to bring their own favorite media.
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Wed, Mar 25
2:00 pm
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Workshops, March 25, 2026, 03/25/2026, Draw the Human Figure

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: o Improving memory and focus o Enhancing critical thinking skills o Making connections o Reducing stress (and screen time!)
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Wed, Mar 25
6:00 pm
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Partys, March 25, 2026, 03/25/2026, Board Games Meet-Up

Workshop | Central Park Running Session (All Levels Welcome)


If you prefer not to run alone or are looking to improve your running performance, you can run with a club! Open to runners of all levels. Weekly changed routes through the park. Coaches, training, running company and inspiration!
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Thu, Mar 26
6:30 am
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Workshops, March 26, 2026, 03/26/2026, Central Park Running&nbsp;Session (All Levels Welcome)

Workshop | Learn How To Play Mah-Jongg


Mah-Jongg is a four-person tile game of skill, strategy, and luck! Learn the rules and mechanics of American Mah-Jongg. Attend a two hour group lesson with instructor Susan Richards. Sets and a few cards provided, but you are encouraged to bring your own cards.
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Thu, Mar 26
10:00 am
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Workshops, March 26, 2026, 03/26/2026, Learn How To Play Mah-Jongg

Workshop | Morning Tai Chi


Improve balance, strength and focus through gentle exercises. The sights and sounds of the river provide a serene background for the ancient flowing postures.
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Fri, Mar 27
8:30 am
Free
Workshops, March 27, 2026, 03/27/2026, Morning Tai Chi

Workshop | Adult Zumba


Featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography. Work on your balance, coordination and range of motion.
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Fri, Mar 27
10:30 am
Free
Workshops, March 27, 2026, 03/27/2026, Adult Zumba

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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Fri, Mar 27
1:30 pm
Free
Workshops, March 27, 2026, 03/27/2026, Crafting Community: Work on Personal Projects & Make New Friends

Workshop | Learn about, Talk about, and Create Your Own Postcards


Postcard enthusiasts, also known as deltiologists, are welcome to this program! Writing and communicating with postcards is a longstanding tradition, still embraced by many today. Attend to write postcards inspired by suggested prompts, to swap postcards, and to discuss all topics postcard-related. There will be some limited supplies available but you may also bring your own to embellish a 4x6 card to write on. Postage stamps will not be provided at this program.
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Fri, Mar 27
5:30 pm
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Workshops, March 27, 2026, 03/27/2026, Learn about, Talk about, and Create Your Own Postcards

Poetry Reading | Poetry Open Mic: Share Your Work or Listen to Emerging Writers


Participants can share their original work for up to five minutes. Space is limited to 15 readers; show up on time to get a slot!
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Fri, Mar 27
5:30 pm
Free
Poetry Readings, March 27, 2026, 03/27/2026, Poetry Open Mic: Share Your Work or Listen to Emerging Writers

Party | Hip-Hop Trivia Night


Hosted by Lincoln Center’s Hip-Hop guest curator, the Head of Spotify's Cultural Partnerships division, and the voice of Spotify's AI DJ, Xavier “X” Jernigan, this Hip-Hop Trivia Battle is a celebration of the culture that will test the depths of even the most serious fan’s memory of famous MCs, immortal turntablists, internationally respected crews, and the art of the game. If bragging rights aren’t enough for you, we’ll be giving out prizes to the night’s top scholars. Bring your own squad, or roll up solo and organizerswill add you to a team for a trivia night face-off where, to paraphrase Kool Moe Dee, Knowledge is truly King. There are two ways to access this event: 1. General Admission, first-come first-served. Just show up! 2. Fast Track opening the Monday before the event at noon.
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Fri, Mar 27
7:30 pm
Free
Partys, March 27, 2026, 03/27/2026, Hip-Hop Trivia Night

Workshop | Central Park Running Session (All Levels Welcome)


If you prefer not to run alone or are looking to improve your running performance, you can run with a club! Open to runners of all levels. Weekly changed routes through the park. Coaches, training, running company and inspiration!
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Sat, Mar 28
8:00 am
Free
Workshops, March 28, 2026, 03/28/2026, Central Park Running&nbsp;Session (All Levels Welcome)

Theater | 20-Minute Musicals Showcase


The Library for the Performing Arts’ summer musical theater writing program, Across a Crowded Room, has brought together lyricists, composers, bookwriters, and performers to form new collaborations and write 20-minute musicals with advice from experts in the industry. At the end of each program, the artists present their new musical theater works to the public. Attend this special first performance of these works! A detailed schedule of the day will be posted at a later date.
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Sat, Mar 28
11:00 am
Free
Theaters, March 28, 2026, 03/28/2026, 20-Minute Musicals Showcase

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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Sat, Mar 28
11:30 am
Free
Tours, March 28, 2026, 03/28/2026, Explore One of New York's Iconic Buildings

Film | The Flame of New Orleans (1941): Classic Historical Comedy with Marlene Dietrich


In old New Orleans, a beautiful adventuress juggles the attentions of a rich banker and a dashing sea captain. Director: Rene Clair Cast: Marlene Dietrich, Bruce Cabot, Roland Young, Mischa Auer Marlene Dietrich was a German-American actress and singer whose career spanned nearly seven decades. In 1920s Berlin, she performed on the stage and in silent films. Her performance as Lola Lola in Josef von Sternberg's The Blue Angel (1930) brought her international acclaim and a contract with Paramount Pictures. Dietrich starred in many Hollywood films. Throughout World War II, she was a high-profile entertainer in the United States. Although she delivered notable performances in several post-war films, she spent most of the 1950s to the 1970s touring the world as a marquee live-show performer.
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Sat, Mar 28
2:00 pm
Free
Films, March 28, 2026, 03/28/2026, The Flame of New Orleans (1941): Classic Historical Comedy with Marlene Dietrich

Park Walk | Women's Walk in the Park


This group brings together women from all walks of life to bond, exercise, and embrace the beauty of their surroundings. Hundreds of women of all different ages and backgrounds meet to simply go for a walk in Central Park. About 80% of the women show up alone, so feel free to give it a try! Walk locations sometimes change, so make sure to check the group's Instagram page @citygirlswhowalk stories the day before and on Sunday to confirm the meet/walk spot. You are welcome to bring your leashed dog.
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Sun, Mar 29
12:00 pm
Free
Park Walks, March 29, 2026, 03/29/2026, Women's Walk in the Park

Classical Music | Choral Works by Bach and More at a Landmark Venue


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Sun, Mar 29
2:00 pm
Regular: $40
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Concerts, March 29, 2026, 03/29/2026, Choral Works by Bach and More at a Landmark Venue

City Walk | Stories That Shaped a Storied Manhattan Neighborhood


Walk through a historic stretch of Manhattan that traces the people, places, and stories that helped define the neighborhood's cultural legacy. Led by a longtime local historian, the walk reveals where notable figures lived and worked, sharing little-known anecdotes that illuminate why this area remains such a vital part of the city's history.
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Sun, Mar 29
2:00 pm
Free
City Walks, March 29, 2026, 03/29/2026, Stories That Shaped a Storied Manhattan Neighborhood

Classical Music | Piano Works by J.S. Bach, Beethoven, Chopin, Ravel, Rachmaninoff, & More


Mannes musicians perform music by J.S. Bach, Beethoven, Schubert, Brahms, Chopin, Debussy, Ravel, Rachmaninoff, Prokofiev, Cuckson, Liebermann, Khasanova, Texu Kim, and Ruo Huang.
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Sun, Mar 29
7:30 pm
Free
Concerts, March 29, 2026, 03/29/2026, Piano Works by J.S. Bach, Beethoven, Chopin, Ravel, Rachmaninoff, & More

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.
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Mon, Mar 30
9:45 am
Free
Workshops, March 30, 2026, 03/30/2026, Start the Day with Morning Meditation

Party | Fiber/Textile Arts Meetup


Are you a knitter? Do you like to crochet? Maybe you like a different type of fiber art? Whichever it is, bring your supplies and lose yourself in the meditative world of creating art with fiber. Invite your friends, or make new connections there. This is a meet-up, not a class.
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Mon, Mar 30
1:00 pm
Free
Partys, March 30, 2026, 03/30/2026, Fiber/Textile Arts Meetup

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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Mon, Mar 30
2:00 pm
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Workshops, March 30, 2026, 03/30/2026, Walk and Creative Writing Session

Workshop | Learn & Practice Chess with an Expert


Learn to play chess or develop your strategies with chess expert Tamar Chanadiri from the Marshall Chess Club. Participants are encouraged to attend all sessions, as each one builds on the previous. Bring a friend or join on your own--all levels and ages are welcome! Chess sets are provided but you're welcome to bring your own. From 6-7 PM Tamar will provide instruction for beginner-level players. From 7-8 PM there will be open play for all levels.
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Mon, Mar 30
6:00 pm
Free
Workshops, March 30, 2026, 03/30/2026, Learn & Practice Chess with an Expert

Classical Music | Multi-Grammy Winner, Chorus at a Major Concert Hall


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Mon, Mar 30
7:00 pm
Regular: $40
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Concerts, March 30, 2026, 03/30/2026, Multi-Grammy Winner, Chorus at a Major Concert Hall

Workshop | Central Park Running Session (All Levels Welcome)


If you prefer not to run alone or are looking to improve your running performance, you can run with a club! Open to runners of all levels. Weekly changed routes through the park. Coaches, training, running company and inspiration!
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Tue, Mar 31
6:30 am
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Workshops, March 31, 2026, 03/31/2026, Central Park Running&nbsp;Session (All Levels Welcome)

Workshop | Adult Zumba


Featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography. Work on your balance, coordination and range of motion.
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Tue, Mar 31
10:30 am
Free
Workshops, March 31, 2026, 03/31/2026, Adult Zumba

Workshop | Learn the Basics of Irish Dance (Beginners Welcome!)


This is a dance workshop in partnership with the Irish Arts Center to introduce absolute beginners to traditional Irish dance in honor of Irish American Heritage Month. Absolutely no experience is necessary to participate! Participants will learn the basic techniques of Irish dance. We recommend attending in comfortable clothing and footwear you can move easily in. Participants must sign the waiver at the provided link.
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Tue, Mar 31
10:30 am
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Workshops, March 31, 2026, 03/31/2026, Learn the Basics of Irish Dance (Beginners Welcome!)

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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Tue, Mar 31
6:00 pm
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Partys, March 31, 2026, 03/31/2026, Play Bridge in a Stress-Free Environment

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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Tue, Mar 31
6:30 pm
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Workshops, March 31, 2026, 03/31/2026, Origami Group Meet-Up

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.
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Mon, May 11
10:30 am
$10
Tours, May 11, 2026, 05/11/2026, Tour of Gracie Mansion, Home of New York's Mayors

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.
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Mon, May 18
10:30 am
$10
Tours, May 18, 2026, 05/18/2026, Tour of Gracie Mansion, Home of New York's Mayors

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.
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Mon, May 25
10:30 am
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Tours, May 25, 2026, 05/25/2026, Tour of Gracie Mansion, Home of New York's Mayors
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