Field Guide to Falling Ill
From the inaugural winner of the Yale Nonfiction Book Prize, a riveting exploration of illness and medicine that imagines a more humane form of care. “What was wrong with them? […]
$5
Events
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Events
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Mah Jongg Lessons
Learn the rules and mechanics of American Mah-Jongg. Join a two hour group lesson with instructor Susan Richards. Sets and a few cards provided, but you are encouraged to bring your own card. Registration required. For information and registration please email: [email protected].
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Fiber Art Crafts Studio
Join this group of fiber art crafters for a fun afternoon of creativity and camaraderie. Bring your projects, which can include—but are not limited to—knitting, crocheting, embroidery and small-loom weaving.
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Films at the Museum: “Elie Wiesel: Soul on Fire” Screening and Talkback
Eighty years after his liberation from Buchenwald, we seek to understand the man behind Elie Wiesel’s searing and widely read memoir Night. Told largely through his own words and eloquent voice, Elie Wiesel: Soul on Fire seeks to penetrate to the heart of the known and unknown Elie Wiesel (1928-2016) – his passions, his conflicts […]
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Scatman John
John Larkin - a fast-living, hard-playing, stuttering jazz pianist - overcame abuse, addiction, ageism, and obscurity to stage one of the most improbable debuts in pop music history by turning his greatest pain into his purpose. Based on rare archives and interviews with those who knew him best, this authorized biography is a redemptive, deeply […]
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30th Poets House Showcase Reading
Cameron Awkward-Rich, Jennifer Espinoza, Chet’la Sebree, and Annie Wenstrup’s newest collections explore rifts between personal and collective memory, penning moving poems on history and survival. Upon finding themselves in contended spaces—the museum, the archive, the dictionary, and the airport—these poets radically attend to the world around them through some of the most elegant, ontological verse […]
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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. Make friends and catch up with neighbors. Sets, cards, and games provided, or bring your own.
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China Night: Youth Voice and Open Mic
This gathering brings together alumni of the “Chinese Bridge” Eastern U.S. Competitions and China Institute study abroad programs to share stories, reflections, and cultural experiences, as well as members of the public who want to share their stories.
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Architecture Valentines
Have you noticed how tall buildings ‘pop-up’ all around our city? In this family program, kids will explore the fun and surprising world of architectural pop-ups, learning how artists and designers turn flat paper into three-dimensional structures. We’ll look at creative examples of pop-up buildings, then use those techniques as inspiration to design our own […]
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The Ice Cream Vanishes
Author and illustrator Julia Sarcone-Roachreads her story The Ice Cream Vanishes!
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Blossoms of Shanghai – 2026 Spring Festival Gala
New York alumni associations of five universities from Shanghai are hosting their 2026 Spring Festival Gala, a signature event to celebrate Chinese New Year.
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Stephanie June
Stephanie June is a soulful indie pop singer-songwriter whose voice and vulnerability resonate deeply.
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Valentine Making Workshop
Take part in this time-honored annual Battery Park City tradition, where participants are invited to make handmade cards for their loved ones! Cut, paste, and decorate with provided materials and don’t forget to seal it with a kiss! Art projects are designed for ages 4 and up.
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Hoppy Rabbit Playdate
Open session where families can bring children to a cozy indoor playground space to play, socialize, and meet children and families interested in exploring Chinese language and culture. All are welcome.
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Taste of China
Live robotic cooking show alongside curated Chinese cuisine and wine tastings in an open, interactive program. From hands-on heritage activities to a relaxed wine and cocktail experience, you’re invited to watch, taste, and explore China at your own pace.
$38