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Shakespeare Downtown Presents Free Performances of “The Lady of the Camellias”

Castle Clinton

Lower Manhattan’s Shakespeare Downtown presents a new adaptation of Alexandre Dumas fils' “The Lady of the Camellias.” Adapted by Billie Andersson, “The Lady of the Camellias” combines dialogue from Dumas’ novel with text and structural concepts from the libretto of the opera “La Traviata.” The fully-realized production is performed inside the open-air walls of Castle […]

Free

Playscape Performs

Music, dance, puppetry and more. The shows is repeated at 1:30pm.

Free

Workshop: Gardening for Pollinators

Learn the practices and plants that can support our native pollinators like bees and butterflies, at all stages of their life cycles.

Free

Adult Zumba

Irish Hunger Memorial

Join in on the fun featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography while working on your balance, coordination and range of motion. Come prepared for enthusiastic instruction, a little strength training and a lot of fun. Participants are encouraged to bring their own equipment: weights, water bottle, hand towel etc. Proof of vaccination required.

Free

History Tour of the Battery

Learn about the park's rich history, many important landmarks and monuments, SeaGlass Carousel, beautiful perennial gardens designed by renowned Dutch garden designer Piet Oudolf, and so much more!

Free

Senior Drop In and Mah Jongg

Join seniors from the greater BPC area for conversation, local news, and informal 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 (adults welcome).

Free

Figure al Fresco

Observe and sketch the human figure. Each week a model will strike short and long poses for participants to draw. An artist/ educator will offer constructive suggestions and critique. Drawing materials provided, and artists are encouraged to bring their own favorite media.

Free

Virtual Walking Tour: Livorno’s Jewish Community

Livorno, Italy is a port city on the west coast of Tuscany with a Jewish community that dates back to the sixteenth century. This livestreamed, virtual walking tour will begin at the Piazza della Repubblica, home to the Monumento dei Quattro Mori; this statue commemorates the power of the Grand Duchy of Tuscany, which protected […]

$25

Elements of Nature Drawing

Create with drawing materials, pastels and watercolors. Embolden your artwork amidst the flower-filled and seasonally evolving palette of BPC’s verdant gardens. An artist/ educator will provide ideas and instruction. Materials provided, and artists are encouraged to bring their own favorite media.

Free

Sunset Yoga

Rockefeller Park

Unwind from the day with outdoor yoga. All levels are welcome. Bring your own mat.

Free

Staffan Scheja Plays Stenhammar, Schumann, and Brahms

Museum of Jewish Heritage

Staffan Scheja, acclaimed Swedish pianist, will perform a special concert at the Museum of Jewish Heritage. His program includes two fantasies from op. 11 (B minor/E minor) by Wilhelm Stenhammar, Fantasy op.17 by Robert Schumann, and Handel-variations op. 24 by Johannes Brahms.

$10