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free events nyc 11th Reel China Biennial
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free events nyc Long walk from the F train: Artworks from the 80's - Present
free events nyc Piano Works by Scriabin and Beethoven
free events nyc Dazzling Lights! Immersive Experience by the Waterfront
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Workshop | Tai Chi


Improve balance, strength and focus through gentle exercises. The sights and sounds of the river provide more a serene background for the ancient flowing postures. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:30 am
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Tour | NYC Walking Tours: A Variety of Neighborhoods - Choose One Tour Or Many


These tours take place at various times. You can make reservations for as many tours as your schedule more allows. See link for details: scroll down to find the daily scheduled tours at $4 (more costly tours are listed on top). Daily tours may include: Brooklyn Bridge SoHo, Little Italy and Chinatown Lower Manhattan Harlem Downtown Greenwich Village Central Park Lower Manhattan Midtown Manhattan Graffiti and Street Art Tours less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:00 am
$4

Festival | First Friday: Exhibitions, Tours, Workshops, Performances


Explore the museum's exhibitions and attend a tour, workshop, performance, or activity throughout the more day. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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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.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:30 am
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Museums | Asian Art and Culture Museum


The museum features a diverse collection of artworks, including traditional and contemporary pieces from more various Asian cultures. 2 pm: guided tour. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
11:00 am
Free

Discussion | Definitions of Antisemitism: Impact on College Campuses and Beyond (online)


A discussion over the definition of antisemitism and its implications for activists, politicians, university more officials, and the general public. With: Ethan Katz, University of California Berkeley Pamela Nadell, American University Avinoam Patt, New York University less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 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 more 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. less
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11:00 am
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Festival | Diwali Celebration: Hindu Festival of Lights with Artcrafts, Dance Workshops and More


Join the celebration of Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights. The holiday also marks the start of the more Hindu New Year. Make your own garland or a lantern-like lamp as a symbol of prosperity, take part in a traditional Indian dance workshop, enjoy a puppet storytime or explore a historical vessel and the museum. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
11:00 am
Free

Screening | Hispanic Heritage Celebration: TV Show and Concert Recordings with Celia Cruz, Tito Puente, Grammy Awards, and More


Immerse yourself in a curated selection of TV shows and musical programs celebrating some of the most more influential and groundbreaking contributions by legendary Hispanic and Latino/a performers. Screenings will include the Latin Grammy Awards, Saturday Night Live with Desi Arnaz, performances by Celia Cruz and Tito Puente as well as children's shows such as Dora the Explorer, Go, Diego, Go, The Brothers Garcia, etc. less
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12:00 pm
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Workshop | Learn Juggling in the Park


Get in a quick lesson, stay for the whole time, or just enjoy watching them put their skills to the test. more They're a friendly group and open to drop-ins, even if you catch them outside of the regular juggling lessons. All skill levels welcome. Equipment is provided. less
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12:00 pm
Free

Museums | Tiffany Glass and Other Exhibitions


The museum is dedicated to showcasing the history, art, and culture of its area with a permanent collection more 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. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
12:00 pm
Pay-what-you-wish, reservation required

Discussion | Winner for Best New Building: Far Rockaway Library - Designers Discuss (online)


Honoring design excellence, members of the global architecht firm Snohetta and NYC Department of Design more and Construction will discuss the construction of Far Rockaway Library, 2024 MASterworks winner for Best New Building. In the aftermath of the Hurricane Sandy, the initial Far Rockaway Library offered vital disaster relief for local residents. With the design of the new building, Queens Public Library and the designers strive to provide a welcoming space for learning, reading, and community. less
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12:00 pm
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Classical Music | Bach at Noon (In Person and Online)


Take a momentary respite from a busy day to enjoy a selection of organ works by Johann Sebastian Bach more in an intimate venue. less
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12:20 pm
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Film | Challengers (2024) with Zendaya


Tennis player turned coach Tashi has turned her husband, a once mediocre player, into a world-famous more grand slam champion. But now, he's on a losing streak, so she signs him up for a challenger event—close to the lowest level tournament on a pro tour. He soon finds himself playing against his former best friend and Tashi's ex-boyfriend, Patrick, a once-promising but now burnt out tennis player. Director: Luca Guadagnino Cast: Zendaya, Josh O'Connor, Mike Faist Zendaya is an American actress and singer. Known mononymously as Zendaya, she has received various accolades, including two Primetime Emmy Awards and a Golden Globe Award. Time magazine named her one of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2022. less
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1:00 pm
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Workshop | Enjoy an afternoon of crafting and conversation


Bring your own project or choose something from a provided collection to work on during this freeform more crafting workshop. The workshop will include materials for sewing, knitting, crochet, coloring, paper crafts, and puzzles. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
1:30 pm
Free

Concert | Ragtime Band - Outdoors


Terry Waldo's Gotham City Band plays ragtime, jazz and blues.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:30 pm
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Book Discussion | Out of One, Many: Ancient Greek Ways of Thought and Culture (online)


Jennifer T. Roberts' sweeping new account of ancient Greek culture and its remarkable diversity.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
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Lecture | Introduction to Chinese Film, Part 1


Curious about Chinese cinema but don’t know where to begin? Ever wonder why in China, experts tend more to think of their directors in terms of generations? Want to better understand how China’s censorship works? Come check out this two-part in person lecture series, and explore some of the best films that have come out of Mainland China in recent decades. Free video links and other resources will be shared at the end of the lectures for those interested in exploring Chinese films on their own. Some of the films being discussing include Yellow Earth, Raise the Red Lantern, Farewell My Concubine, To Live, Beijing Bicycle, and Still Life. (Please note this series will only cover films that have come out of Mainland China since the early 1980s. Due to time constraints, Hong Kong and Taiwanese films will not be included in the series.) About the Lecturer Karen Ma is a Chinese-American film scholar and movie critic specializing in Chinese cinema. Her most recent book, China’s Millennial Digital Generation: Conversations with Balinghou (Post-80s) Indie Filmmakers, was published in 2022. Ma has presented numerous events about Chinese cinema and literature both in New York and Washington DC, and holds regular Chinese cinema classes at the China Institute near Manhattan’s Wall Street. She also writes often about Chinese culture, literature, and cinema, and her articles have appeared in The New York Times, NPR, Newsday, The International Herald Tribune, South China Morning Post, and The Japan Times, among others. less
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3:00 pm
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Master Class | Piano Master Class


Piano Master Class with Pavel Nersessian.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
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Screening | 11th Reel China Biennial


This three-day event brings works by veteran Chinese filmmakers along with diaspora and emerging voices. more Documentaries, animations, dramas, and more. This showing: Here, Hopefully (Zhou Hao, 2023, 11min.) Bad Women of China (He Xiaopei, 2021, 80min) Q & A with He Xiaopei less
   New York City, NY; NYC
4:30 pm
Free

Opening Reception | Expressive Works by Two Significant Figures in Pop Art Movement


This sweeping exhibition showcases expressive works by two Pop Art movement artists Alain Jacquet (1939-2020) more and James Rosenquist (1933-2017). French artist Alain Jacquet often combined elements of painting and photography, exploring themes of consumer culture, advertising, and media. James Rosenquist was an American painter, known for his large-scale, collage-like canvases that combine imagery from advertising, popular culture, and personal experiences. less
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5:00 pm
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Museums | German and Austrian Art and Design


Explore early 20th-century German and Austrian art and design. The museum features a collection that more includes paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts. First come, first served. Expect to wait in line outside of the museum for entry. Children under 12 will not be admitted. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
5:00 pm
Free

Museums | Modern Art: From The 19th Century to the Present Day


Experience the exhibits in the museum galleries which include paintings, sculptures, drawings, prints, more photographs, films, videos, and much more. less
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5:00 pm
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Talk | Preserving Haiti: Inscribing Home, History, and Hope in New Fiction


Myriam J. A. Chancy will speak about her last two novels, What Storm, What Thunder (2021), about the more 2010 Haiti earthquake, and Village Weavers (2024), which spans from the 1940s to the early 2000s. less
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5:00 pm
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Opening Reception | In Nature's Realm: Black and White Photography


In Nature's Realm is inspired by the Czech composer Antonin Dvorak's musical tapestry of the same name. more In the spring of 1891, he started creating a set of three concert overtures which were originally known by their collective title, Nature, Life and Love. Featured artists: Nacho Cremona, Aashish Chandratreya, Carla Pivonski, Joe Dinki, John Mazlish, Jesse Streinz, Joe O'Neill, Volodymyr Demkiv, Paola Peli, Gianni Civile, Marybel Elfar, Milan Furtado less
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6:00 pm
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Opening Reception | Long walk from the F train: Artworks from the 80's - Present


Over the period of 40 years, more than two hundred Visual Artist AIRspace residents have worked at the more studios. This collection featuring select works by the alumni from 1980 to the present. Non-linear and non-exhaustive, this exposition does not tell the history of the residency program--instead, it is a collective memory of being in residence. Works by artists: Willie Birch, Baseera Khan, Girl (Chitra Ganesh + Simone Leigh), Oji Haynes, Yoko Inoue, William Jung, Alan Ruiz, Juan Sanchez, Tuesday Smillie, Ho Tam, Mary Ting, Lynne Yamamoto, and Emily Manwaring. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
6:00 pm
Free

Book Discussion | Mondrian: His Life, His Art, His Quest for the Absolute


Acclaimed cultural historian Nicholas Fox Weber launches an intimate portrait of the revolutionary—and more elusive—modern master Piet Mondrian. He will be in conversation with his longtime editor, Victoria Wilson. less
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Opening Reception | Shane Walsh: Shadow Arcade


Shane Walsh’s paintings are the result of an interest in collage, both in a literal sense and as a more conceptual framework for understanding the legacy of abstraction. His process begins with small-scale collages constructed from photocopies of various shapes and marks - some expressive, others graphic or digital - which respond to the history of abstract painting. His interest in the technique owes as much to the punk and hip-hop ephemera of the artist’s youth as it does to modernist collage traditions. The photocopy itself also serves as an important metaphor. Just as an image repeatedly reproduced on a copy machine will become distorted over time, so our understanding of abstraction is altered as paintings are transmitted and reproduced through time and culture. For Walsh, these distortions are something to celebrate, and provide him with the opportunity to re-construct an image of abstraction that feels appropriate to his time and place. less
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Opening Reception | Haitian Art: Faith, Family, and Resistance


Ayiti Toma II: Faith, Family, and Resistance examines Haitian art and culture. The absence of a first more part (Ayiti Toma I) signifies the erased culture of the Taino people who called the island Ayiti, "land of the high mountains." This group exhibition explores the roots of faith, the rich legacy of family, and the spirit of resistance that define Haitians. less
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Classical Music | Piano Works by Scriabin and Beethoven


Pianist Zach Mo performs a program of piano sonatas: the world premier of Evan Fein's Borealis Piano more Sonata No. 1, Op. 22, Alexander Scriabin's Sonata No. 8, Op. 66, and Ludwig van Beethoven's Sonata No. 32 in C, Op. 111. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
6:00 pm
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Opening Reception | Statues: Grasping Hands, Intertwining Bodies


Clementine Keith-Roach's exhibition features six 'statues' and two wall-mounted reliefs. At first glance, more these sculptures resemble archaeological artifacts in a state of semi-ruin. Or maybe they are not ruins but "ruins-in-reverse," representing statues in the process of being created. Whether they are mournful remnants of a forgotten world or objects proposing a new one, this envisioned world emphasizes collectivity: torrents of hands grasping and intertwining, bodies merging, and torsos sharing burdens. Uniquely acephalic (headless), these pieces do not depict specific individuals but instead embody, through their anonymous multiplicity, the bonds of love and labor. Clementine Keith-Roach has exhibited in London, Rome, Palermo, Los Angeles, among others. less
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Opening Reception | The Street: Paintings of Urban Life, Labor, Architecture


Starting with Balthus’s famous 1933 painting The Street, generously loaned by the Museum of Modern more Art, the collection shows scenes of urban life, labor, and architecture by various artists. Curated by Peter Doig. Artists: Francis Bacon, Max Beckmann, Vija Celmins, Prunella Clough, Giorgio de Chirico, Denzil Forrester, Jean Hélion, Mark Rothko, and Martin Wong, among others. less
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Classical Music | Works by Early Modern Women Composers for Voice and Viola da Gamba


Lauren Randolph, Soprano; Maya Ridenour, Viola da Gamba; Charles Reed, Viola da Gamba; Jiaxun Yao, Viola more da Gamba; Grace Mockus, Viola da Gamba. Program Barbara Strozzi (1619-1677), From Cantate, ariette, e duetti, Op. 2 Maddalena Casulana (1544-1590), From Il Secondo Libro de Madrigali Claudia Rusca (1583-1676), From Sacri Concerti less
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Poetry Reading | An Evening of Spoken-Word Poetry


In celebration of contemporary spoken-word performance by women and non-binary artists, this is an evening more of short performances by established and emerging poets. The performances will be followed by a thoughtful discussion about the form's history and contemporary practice. A reception to follow.   less
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6:30 pm
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Discussion | Burned by Books: 3 Authors in Discussion


A conversation between Jennifer Egan (The Candy House), Katie Kitamura (Intimacies), Tess Gunty (The more Rabbit Hutch), and host of the show, Chris Holmes. Touching on their most recent works, the power of creative writing in times of crisis, as well as their vision for fiction and other genres in the perilous decades to come, this discussion with three of the most exciting novelists writing today promises to be wide-ranging and provocative. This episode will be available online after the event and is a celebration of Burned by Books' 150th episode. less
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6:30 pm
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Discussion | Exploring the Day of the Dead


While the Caribbean traditions of the Day of the Dead are not as globally known as those of Mexico and more Central America, the cultural practices exercised during what caribeños call El Dia de los Fieles y Santos Difuntos constitutes a unique and commemorative tradition deeply rooted in a rich history of spirituality and syncretism. Cultural activist and educator Jonathan de Oleo Ramos will open a portal—a space where past and present meet, and the connection between the living and the dead is honored. Drawing on his extensive writings and deep involvement in traditional celebrations, Jonathan will explore the significance of the Day of the Dead in Kiskeya and Ayiti. He will be joined in conversation by artist and political activist Vannia Lara. less
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Gallery Talk | Gallery Tour, Poetry Reading and a Talk about the Collection


Join a lively talk between artist Beaux Mendes and poet Adrian Dannatt. They will discuss Mendes' exhibition, more The Manzanita Loop, and Dannatt's collection of poems, Capacity for Loss. Mendes has twenty-five 'neo-en-plein-air' paintings on display. The works are mostly renderings of tree trunks and branches from which a figure might emerge. less
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Discussion | Handwriting and the Evolving Self: A Look at Emily Dickinson (online)


A dialogue with Maria Popova and Debbie Millman, lensed through dramatically different samples of Emily more Dickinson’s handwriting from different periods of her life. less
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Poetry Reading | Poetry as Consciousness: 4 Poets Read (online)


Featuring Chen Chen, R. A. Villanueva, Monica Youn, and Ethan Yu.
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Concert | 3 Asian-American Hardcore Punk Bands


Asian American-led East Coast hardcore punk bands No Model, Material Support, and Dog Breath combine more forces for an epic concert. These groups make music that addresses trauma, racism, war, social justice, and liberation. less
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7:30 pm
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Play | The Ruminants: Life with the Animals


With only weeks left in her senior year, Bekka wonders if she has done enough to impact animal rights more at her university. As the president of Animal Rights Now (ARN), she has organized numerous protests, but nothing seems to change. Determined to leave her mark, she plans a bold action that no one can ignore. But what will the cost be for those who join her and the animals she tries to help? This world premiere is a production that explores protest, privilege, and the lasting effects of one's actions. Written by Dipti Bramhandkar less
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7:30 pm
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City Walk | Dazzling Lights! Immersive Experience by the Waterfront


Spanning across six acres, this Illuminating display features an array of 18,750 lowlight, fiber-optic more stemmed spheres that illuminate with a slow subtle change of hue. Guests are immersed in the installation as they walk a winding path through the ethereal painted landscape framed by the city's iconic skyline and the waterfront. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
7:30 pm
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Screening | 11th Reel China Biennial


This three-day event brings works by veteran Chinese filmmakers along with diaspora and emerging voices. more Documentaries, animations, dramas, and more. This showing: Shanghai Stories Romance in Factory (WANG Yuchen, 2016, 20min.) Residual Monsoon (SHEN Hancheng, 2023, 26min.) The Memo (Badlands Film Group, 2023, 30 min.) Q & A with filmmakers (online) less
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