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  • Chloe Hogan

    Chloé Hogan is a Brooklyn based soul singer and songwriter from Orlando, Florida, and Top 16 finalist on Season 19 of NBC’s The Voice. She shares her intimate experience with love and loss through the heartwarming sonic partnership of her ten-year-old piano and honey-like vocals, captivating audiences across the globe.

    Free
  • Sunset Singing Circle

    Singer/songwriter Terre Roche leads this weekly singing program with the beautiful backdrop of the setting sun over the Hudson. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned crooner, the singing […]

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  • Drawing in the Park

    Paint in watercolor or use pastels and other drawing materials to capture the magical vistas of the Hudson River and the unique landscape of South Cove. An artist/educator will help […]

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  • Cinco de Mayo and the Architecture of Mexico

    Cinco de Mayo (the Fifth of May) commemorates the day in 1862 that Mexico defeated the French Army, paving the way for its independence! To celebrate Mexico and its traditional architecture, join us to learn about the pyramids of the Aztecs and Mayans. In these ancient Mesoamerican cultures, step-pyramids connected the earth to the sky, […]

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  • Hudson Jams

    Rhythm and grooves fill the air at this Saturday morning drumming program. Follow the lead of professional drummers as they guide you through the pulsating beats of traditional African drumming […]

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  • Haudenosaunee Family Fun Day

    Bring the whole family for a fun day of Haudenosaunee activities. It was through play that Haudenosaunee youth perfected the skills they would eventually use in their adult lives. In this family fun day, join the Haudenosaunee Dancers in a round dance, explore the galleries in a treasure hunt, and enjoy hands-on activities that include […]

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  • Community Block Party

    Live music, arts and STEM activities, local food, skateboarding contest, giveaways, yoga and fitness for all.

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  • Naomi Greene

    Naomi Greene travels the world with an electric harp. The Parisian-Californian singer-songwriter has been a collaborator of acts such as La Femme, M83, and Laurent Voulzy. She will release her first solo EP in May 2025. Naomi sings with fragility and strength in both her mother tongues, and dusts off the harp in style.

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  • Films At The Museum: “Watching Walter”

    Screening and discussion. Watching Walter is a short biopic (and feature film proof of concept) starring Stephen Tobolowsky set in both 1995 Philadelphia and World War II Nazi occupied Poland. Based on the true story of Holocaust survivor-turned watchmaker Wladyslaw “Walter” Wojnas, it’s a slice of life story that touches on several poignant moments in […]

    $10
  • 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.

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  • Spring Birdwatching

    For beginners, hobbyists, and lifelong birders alike. Together, we will explore the parks of BPC, and see what makes this spot a hang-out for urban birds and marvelous migrators! Binoculars […]

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  • Jazz at One: Camille Thurman and the Darrell Green Quartet

    Experience saxophonist, vocalist, and composer Camille Thurman alongside the Darrell Green Quartet as they showcase their talents at Jazz at One. Renowned for her ability to seamlessly transition between virtuosic saxophone solos and soul-stirring vocals, Thurman captivates audiences with a style that blends jazz, soul, and blues into a dynamic, genre-defying sound. As a trailblazer […]

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  • The Ride: Paul Revere and the Night that Saved America – 250th Lecture

    Join author Kostya Kennedy for this lecture exploring the dramatic events of April 18 and 19, 1775—the night of Paul Revere’s famous ride. With new insights from archives, family documents, and contemporary accounts, discover how the legendary ride is far more complex than it is usually portrayed.*

    $10
  • Pick Up Pickleball

    The net at Esplanade Plaza will be lowered to allow for pickleball games, on a first come first serve basis.

    Free
  • Pipes at One: Angela Kraft Cross

    Angela Kraft Cross is an internationally respected virtuoso organist, pianist, and composer — and also an eye surgeon, with dual degrees in physics and organ performance from Oberlin College. Her passion for sharing the joys of her instrument keeps her performing for a wide-ranging audience. Today’s program includes both her original pieces and those of […]

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  • Drop-In Chess

    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.

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  • Passwords: Rigoberto González on Leo Romero

    Join poet and educator Rigoberto González for a talk on the foundational yet overlooked Chicano poet Leo Romero, whose new and selected volume Trees Dream of Water (University of Arizona Press) was published earlier this year. Romero’s subject matter is varied, but it continually returns to one place: the natural landscape of the American Southwest. […]

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