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  • Mapping the City

    Join us for a hands-on family program that introduces young cartographers to the art and language of maps! In this interactive family program, children will learn how to read and understand the key elements of maps, including symbols, compass roses, landmarks, and scale, while discovering how these tools help us make sense of the places […]

    Free
  • Urban Farm Cyanotypes at Earth Matter

    Governors Island

    This immer­sive half-day work­shop invites par­tic­i­pants to explore cyan­otype print­mak­ing through hands-on activ­i­ties at the Earth Mat­ter Urban Farm on Gov­er­nors Island. The day begins with a brief intro­duc­tion to the site, fol­lowed by an overview of cyan­otype mate­ri­als and tech­niques. A farm leader will pro­vide guid­ance on for­ag­ing pro­to­cols and farm guide­lines, ground­ing par­tic­i­pants […]

    Free
  • Yoga

    All-levels class for skaters, gardeners, park enthusiasts—and anyone who wants to join. No experience needed.

    Free
  • Print Your Own Stationery

    Immersive 3-hour program where you can wor with Bowne’s designers to produce your own custom set of stationery—from start to finish. In this workshop, you get to set type from the museum’s collection of historical fonts, mix ink, cut paper, and print a bespoke edition of 35 notecards using a 19th century printing press. Great […]

  • Skate Mind

    Mental health trainings designed for the skate community. Slow down, check in, and build tools for resilience. Come early for yoga or stay after open skate. All are welcome.

    Free
  • Works on Water Workshop Series

    More&More Futures is a two hour structured play-session for imagining worlds you want to live in that are widely different from the present. Starting with a deck of playing cards, players imagine, brainstorm, and role-play in small groups and as individuals. In this session, we will especially focus on coastal futures. This event is geared […]

    Free
  • Emma Jayne

    Free music performance.

    Free
  • Some Clowns

    Governors Island

    Get ready for some seri­ous­ly sil­ly fun—Fizgig Stu­dio is bring­ing their hit show SOME CLOWNS to Car­reau Club on Gov­er­nors Island! Join them on Sun­day, June 22 and Sun­day, July 27 for an unfor­get­table after­noon of absurd antics, phys­i­cal com­e­dy, and pure chaot­ic joy fea­tur­ing Lon­er, Jail­break, Yoyo, and more sur­prise guests.

    Free
  • Sinister Secrets of the Seaport Walking Tour

    90-minute walking tour that will take you on a winding journey that unravels the darker past of the South Street Seaport Historic District and Lower Manhattan.

    $40
  • 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
  • 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
  • An Oral History of Atlantis

    Ed Park presents his book of stories, An Oral History of Atlantis, in conversation with Rachel Aviv.

    $5 – $28
  • Taylor Mac: In Concert

    Wagner Park

    Wagner Park reopens with a performance by Pulitzer Prize-nominated, genre-defying artist Taylor Mac.

    Free