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  • NYC Runs Ice Cream Social 5K

    Governors Island

    Race around Gov­er­nors Island. Race entry includes a fer­ry ride, your race-entry, a tech tank, and post-race eats.

  • This Sun-Breathing Earth

    Governors Island

    The Glass Clouds Ensem­ble presents a 45-minute con­cert of clas­si­cal & con­tem­po­rary music that reflects on our del­i­cate rela­tion­ship with nature through light and dark­ness – paired with art­work by Queens-based painter Clara Curbera. The pro­gram will fea­ture music for voice and string instru­ments, span­ning from the 1600s to the present, from inti­mate works for […]

    Free
  • Sea Chanteys and Maritime Music

    Singers of all levels, as well as listeners, are welcome to join in the choruses throughout the free Chantey Sing, lead or request a song in the round-robin, or just listen.

    Free
  • Beyond the Pages: Book Drop

    Select a free book of your choice and discover new reads! Books are available first come, first to receive, while supplies last.

    Free
  • Mah Jongg & More

    Join a dedicated group of adult American Mah Jongg enthusiasts for friendly and informal games, or try your hand at other card and board games.

    Free
  • Drop-In Chess

    Rockefeller Park

    Play the popular strategy game while getting pointers and advice from an expert. Chess improves concentration, problem solving, and strategic planning — plus it’s fun! For ages 5 and up.

    Free
  • The Twilight Town

    Book reading and signing by Terrence McCauley, author of The Twilight Town

  • National Night Out

    Honor our local law enforcement officers at National Night Out with remarks from 1st Precinct Commanding Officer Captain Fischer and Transit District 2 Captain Devito. Enjoy a live DJ and family-friendly activities including face painting and balloon making, and learn more about the teams who help keep our community safe.

    Free
  • Stretch Sesh

    Rockefeller Park

    Take part in a full-body stretch routine designed to improve range of motion, maintain flexibility, promote better posture, reduce joint pain, and decrease the risk of injury.

    Free
  • The Fray

    Outdoor concert. With special guests The Strike and Landon Barker.

  • Stranger Than Nonfiction: How These Journalists Wrote Novels

    If journalism is based on the mission of telling the truth, what kinds of truths do reporters pursue when they write fiction? Four writers and editors (with Kaitlyn Greenidge, Delia Cai, Cora Lewis, and Kevin Nguyen) across legacy, digital, and independent media discuss the tools and perspectives that they bring to their novels — and […]

    $5 – $28