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SUMMARY:The Peking Express –The Bandits Who Stole a Train\, Stunned the West\, and Broke the Republic of China
DESCRIPTION:In May 1923\, when Shanghai publisher and Chicago Tribune reporter John Benjamin Powell bought a first-class ticket for the Peking Express\, he pictured an idyllic overnight journey on a brand-new train of unprecedented luxury—exactly what the advertisements promised. Seeing his fellow passengers\, including the mysterious Italian lawyer Giuseppe Musso (a confidante of Mussolini and lawyer for the opium trade); American heiress Lucy Aldrich\, sister-in-law of John D. Rockefeller\, Jr.; and other prominent travelers\, he was certain it would be the trip of a lifetime. He was right\, but for reasons he could not have guessed. The Peking Express\, brilliantly recreated with new and original research\, tells the unforgettable true story of a clash that shocked the world—becoming so celebrated that it inspired several Hollywood movies—and set the course for China’s two-decade civil war.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/the-peking-express-the-bandits-who-stole-a-train-stunned-the-west-and-broke-the-republic-of-china/
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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SUMMARY:Novus at One
DESCRIPTION:Featuring Trinity Church’s new music orchestra\, NOVUS NY\, a key player on the contemporary music scene.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/novus-at-one-4/
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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SUMMARY:Sprint Into Wellness With NewYork-Presbyterian
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, April 20\n5:00 pm – 7:00 pm\n6 River Terrace\, NY\, NY 10280 \n– Nutrition Tips with Brian Fahey\, RD\n-Overnight Oats Tasting and Demonstration\n-Balance Test & Spine Screening\n-Neuro Health\n-Improving Sleep Quality\n-Signs of Stroke & Epilepsy\n-Learn about Diagnostic Imaging\n-Find a Doctor: Weill Cornell Medicine \nEvent hosted by NewYork-Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital in collaboration with Battery Park City Seniors and Battery Park City Authority \nFor questions or more information please email: Chl9090@nyp.org
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/sprint-into-wellness-with-new-york-presbyterian/
CATEGORIES:Wellness
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230420T190000
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SUMMARY:Spring Theater with The Braid: Remembrance of Things Present
DESCRIPTION:In person and livestreamed. The story of the Holocaust continues far past liberation. Those born in the generations that followed especially feel the deep and resounding imprint in all aspects of their lives. In these surprisingly inspiring and heart-opening stories\, we learn how the daughter of a French resistance fighter must choose between a life of activism and her own survival. We see how the son and grandson of Tuvia Bielsky\, leader of the partisans\, contend with the legacy of a hero. We’ll see the unexpected fear one grandson feels as he visits his family’s home in Germany\, 65 years after his family fled the Nazis. As one daughter wonders if the price of encouraging her father to give testimony is greater than the benefit. Victims of the Holocaust are mourned\, and those who survived have imprinted the next generations in innumerable ways.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/spring-theater-with-the-braid-remembrance-of-things-present/
LOCATION:Museum of Jewish Heritage
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230421T083000
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SUMMARY:Tai Chi
DESCRIPTION:Improve balance\, strength and focus through gentle exercises. The sights and sounds of the river provide a serene background for the ancient flowing postures. An ideal choice for participants of all ages.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/tai-chi-19/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230421T103000
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SUMMARY:Earth Week: Family Birding
DESCRIPTION:What birds live in your backyard? Join us to learn the basics of bird watching in this fun outing 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 resident urban birds and marvelous migrators! Binoculars and field guides provided\, or bring your own.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/earth-week-family-birding/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230422T150000
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UID:50821-1682157600-1682175600@downtownny.com
SUMMARY:Earth Day on Governors Island
DESCRIPTION:This free day-long cel­e­bra­tion of all things eco­log­i­cal will fea­ture envi­ron­men­tal edu­ca­tion activ­i­ties for all ages\, guid­ed tours of the Island’s cli­mate-resilient land­scapes and unique Urban Farm\, a bird walk focused on ear­ly migra­to­ry birds pass­ing through Gov­er­nors Island\, a hands-on work­shop on mak­ing your own seed balls with the Trust’s hor­ti­cul­ture team\, insect ecol­o­gy activ­i­ties\, free bike lessons with Bike New York\, an immer­sive per­for­mance by artist Seung Taek-Lee\, and more. Detailed sched­ule can be found below:
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/earth-day-on-governors-island/
LOCATION:Governors Island
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230422T103000
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UID:50822-1682159400-1682159400@downtownny.com
SUMMARY:Earth Day: Turn a New York Skyscraper Green
DESCRIPTION:This Earth Day\, we highlight environmentally-conscious green buildings in New York and around the world! After discussing green building guidelines in the U.S.\, we’ll look at architecture abroad that takes being “green” to a whole new level! Then kids will use what they’ve learned to create a green neighborhood together! Recommended for ages 6+. Registration required.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/earth-day-turn-a-new-york-skyscraper-green/
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230422T110000
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UID:50823-1682161200-1682161200@downtownny.com
SUMMARY:Washington & Hamilton in New York City Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:American history comes alive on the streets where it happened in historic locations critical to the lives and partnership of Alexander Hamilton and George Washington! Relive the first reading of the Declaration of Independence and the subsequent revolt\, honor the fallen American troops in the Battle of Brooklyn\, celebrate the Constitution’s ratification\, and applaud Hamilton’s achievement of the Compromise of 1790. Stand at the site of Washington’s momentous inauguration\, dig into the history of the infamous duel between Hamilton and Aaron Burr\, pay your respects at the final resting place of the Hamiltons\, and much more. This is an immersive tour for lovers of United States’ history and the musical Hamilton!
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/washington-hamilton-in-new-york-city-walking-tour-2/
CATEGORIES:Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230422T110000
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CREATED:20230331T175804Z
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UID:50825-1682161200-1682161200@downtownny.com
SUMMARY:Life & Death in Manhattan Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Lively 2.5-hour tour of Battery Park\, the Financial District\, Tribeca\, the Civic Center\, and Chinatown. Meet at the Staten Island Ferry Terminal. Discover more than four centuries of life and death in Manhattan.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/life-death-in-manhattan-walking-tour-42/
CATEGORIES:Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230422T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230422T160000
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UID:50824-1682161200-1682179200@downtownny.com
SUMMARY:Earth Day Berry Bash Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Blueberries\, chokeberries\, cranberries\, huckleberries—berries of all kinds are an important part of Indigenous food traditions. Join the museum in a springtime celebration that includes storytelling\, films\, and educational demonstrations about this delicious food with deep cultural roots.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/earth-day-berry-bash-celebration/
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230422T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230422T190000
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UID:50826-1682161200-1682190000@downtownny.com
SUMMARY:Hester Street Fair and Outdoor Market
DESCRIPTION:Jewelry. Art. Baked goods and local vintage. Home goods. Live DJs.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/hester-street-fair-and-outdoor-market/
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230422T130000
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UID:50827-1682168400-1682168400@downtownny.com
SUMMARY:History Tour of the Battery
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/history-tour-of-the-battery-13/
CATEGORIES:Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230422T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230422T203000
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UID:50828-1682190000-1682195400@downtownny.com
SUMMARY:Knickerbocker Chamber Orchestra
DESCRIPTION:A musical celebration of Earth Day.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/knickerbocker-chamber-orchestra/
LOCATION:Winter Garden
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230422T200000
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UID:50829-1682193600-1682193600@downtownny.com
SUMMARY:A Conversation with Lu Wei on Chinese Cinema: Past\, Present and Future
DESCRIPTION:Screenwriter Lu Wei\, often referred to as “China’s top screenwriter\,” is the mastermind behind the initial drafts and storylines of some of the most iconic films in Chinese cinema\, including “Farewell My Concubine\,” “To Live\,” “Qin Song\,” “Shuangqi Zhen Daoke\,” and “Red Cherry.” Despite his instrumental contributions to these films\, Lu Wei has remained relatively unknown to the general public. However\, with the recent publication of his memoir\, “The Secrets of Film Screenwriting\,” Lu Wei sheds light on his creative process and the behind-the-scenes work that went into the making of some of China’s most beloved films. In this memoir\, Lu Wei specifically delves into the adaptation process of “Farewell My Concubine” and “To Live\,” offering a unique insight into the creative process of two of the most significant films in Chinese cinema. The Renwen Society will present an interview on April 22 with Mr. Lu by Mr. Woody Mu to talk about his views\, aspirations\, and wishes regarding Chinese cinema\, and discuss the current issues of Chinese cinema.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/a-conversation-with-lu-wei-on-chinese-cinema-past-present-and-future/
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230423T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230423T150000
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CREATED:20230331T175904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230331T175904Z
UID:50830-1682262000-1682262000@downtownny.com
SUMMARY:Witness Theater: The Sound of Silence
DESCRIPTION:In person and livestreamed. Bear witness to the unique performance of Witness Theater\, which is the culmination of seven months of heartfelt collaboration between five Holocaust survivors who have shared their stories with sixteen high school students. On the stage\, the survivors are narrators while students re-enact their wartime experiences. This collective performance honors\, shares\, and celebrates the extraordinary survivors and their stories\, and highlights the life-changing lessons they have imparted to the students. The performance will be followed by a talkback and Q&A with members of the performance and creative team.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/witness-theater-the-sound-of-silence/
LOCATION:Museum of Jewish Heritage
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230424T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230424T093000
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CREATED:20230331T175904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230331T175904Z
UID:50831-1682328600-1682328600@downtownny.com
SUMMARY:NYS Birding Trail
DESCRIPTION:Join BPCA naturalists to learn more about The New York State Birding Trail which highlights world-class birding opportunities across the state. Together\, we will explore the parks of BPC\, and see what makes this spot a hang-out for urban birds and marvelous migrators! Binoculars and field guides provided\, or bring your own.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/nys-birding-trail-3/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230424T130000
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CREATED:20230331T175905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230331T175905Z
UID:50832-1682341200-1682341200@downtownny.com
SUMMARY:Jazz at One
DESCRIPTION:Jerome Jennings and Naomi Extra “Get Free Collective”
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/jazz-at-one-10/
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230424T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230424T180000
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UID:50833-1682359200-1682359200@downtownny.com
SUMMARY:“Maus Now”: Spiegelman’s Graphic Novel and the Present Tense
DESCRIPTION:Art Spiegelman’s Maus remains as poignantly relevant today as it was when it was first published serially beginning in 1980\, and then in two book volumes in 1986 and 1991. Among many other reasons for Maus’ present cultural impact\, Hillary Chute argues that Spiegelman’s comics narrative reveals the capacity of the medium as a form to register the persistence of history and to function as a mode of resistance to today’s rising fascism. Chute’s talk is in part drawn from her 2022 edited collection from Pantheon\, Maus Now: Selected Writing.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/maus-now-spiegelmans-graphic-novel-and-the-present-tense/
LOCATION:Museum of Jewish Heritage
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230424T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230424T183000
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CREATED:20230331T175905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230331T175905Z
UID:50834-1682361000-1682361000@downtownny.com
SUMMARY:Battles of Lexington and Concord Dinner (Featuring Fraunces Tavern Museum Book Award Presentation)
DESCRIPTION:Since 1972\, the Fraunces Tavern Museum Book Award has been presented annually to the author of the best newly published work on the American Revolutionary War\, combining original scholarship\, insight\, and good writing. This award is one way the Museum fulfills its mission to educate the public about the Revolution and acknowledge the historical community dedicated to the study and public education regarding the American fight for freedom. On April 24\, 2023\, Sons of the Revolution℠ in the State of New York\, Inc. invite you to gather with them to commemorate the Battles of Lexington and Concord\, which took place on April 19\, 1775. At this commemoration\, they will also honor the winner of the Fraunces Tavern Museum Book Award\, presented annually to the author of the best newly published work on the American Revolutionary War that combines original scholarship\, insight\, and good writing. This year’s winner is Rebels at Sea: Privateering in the American Revolution by Eric Jay Dolin.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/battles-of-lexington-and-concord-dinner-featuring-fraunces-tavern-museum-book-award-presentation/
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230424T183000
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CREATED:20230331T180004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230331T180004Z
UID:50835-1682361000-1682361000@downtownny.com
SUMMARY:Seaport Museum Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Maritime-themed book club. In partnership with McNally Jackson Books—located at 4 Fulton Street\, just a few doors down from the Museum entrance—Seaport Museum staff and special guests will stir up lively discussions informed by our shared love of literature\, history\, and preservation. Our literary selections will be announced one month in advance.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/seaport-museum-book-club-2/
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230425T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230425T113000
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CREATED:20230331T180004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230331T180004Z
UID:50836-1682418600-1682422200@downtownny.com
SUMMARY:Adult Zumba
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/adult-zumba-61/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230425T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230425T120000
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CREATED:20230331T180004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230331T180004Z
UID:50837-1682424000-1682424000@downtownny.com
SUMMARY:History Tour of the Battery
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/history-tour-of-the-battery-14/
CATEGORIES:Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230425T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230425T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T103510
CREATED:20230331T180005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230331T180005Z
UID:50838-1682427600-1682427600@downtownny.com
SUMMARY:Pipes at One
DESCRIPTION:Concert.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/pipes-at-one-3/
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230426T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230426T130000
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CREATED:20230331T180005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230331T180005Z
UID:50839-1682514000-1682514000@downtownny.com
SUMMARY:Adult Chorus
DESCRIPTION:Directed by Church Street School of Music\, the chorus is open to all who love to sing! Learn contemporary and classic songs and perform at community events throughout the year.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/adult-chorus-15/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230426T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230426T130000
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CREATED:20230331T180104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230331T180104Z
UID:50840-1682514000-1682514000@downtownny.com
SUMMARY:Bach at One
DESCRIPTION:Alcee Chriss\, organ; Sandra Miller\, flute; Sarah Stone\, cello.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/bach-at-one-5/
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230427T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230427T130000
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CREATED:20230331T180104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230331T180104Z
UID:50841-1682596800-1682600400@downtownny.com
SUMMARY:Easy Money: American Puritans and the Invention of Modern Currency
DESCRIPTION:Economists endlessly debate the nature of legal tender monetary systems—coins and bills issued by a government or other authority. Yet the origins of these currencies have received little attention. Dror Goldberg tells the story of modern money in North America through the Massachusetts colony during the 17th century. As the young settlement transitioned to self-governance and its economy grew\, the need to formalize a smooth exchange emerged. Printing local money followed. Easy Money illustrates how colonists invented contemporary currency by shifting its foundation from intrinsically valuable goods—such as silver—to the taxation of the state. Goldberg traces how this structure grew into a worldwide system in which\, monetarily\, we are all Massachusetts. Weaving economics\, law\, and American history\, Easy Money is a new touchstone in the story of monetary systems.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/easy-money-american-puritans-and-the-invention-of-modern-currency/
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230427T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230427T130000
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CREATED:20230331T180105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230331T180105Z
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SUMMARY:Novus at One
DESCRIPTION:Featuring Trinity Church’s new music orchestra\, NOVUS NY\, a key player on the contemporary music scene.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/novus-at-one-5/
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230427T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230427T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T103510
CREATED:20230508T164116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230508T164116Z
UID:51444-1682614800-1682625600@downtownny.com
SUMMARY:Upcoming Event: Hudson Eats Piano Bar at Brookfield Place
DESCRIPTION:Event Name: Hudson Eats Piano Bar\nEvent Date & Hours: Thursdays\, April 27th – May 25\, 5:00 – 8:00 PM\nLocation: Hudson Eats\, 2nd Level of Brookfield Place\nParticipation: FREE and Open to the Public – No Tickets Needed \nWe’re transforming Hudson Eats into a piano bar every Thursday! Gather your colleagues for an after-work drink or make us your evening destination with friends – or both! Sing along with acquaintances and strangers for this quintessential NY experience. \nFor more information and featured musicians: https://bfplny.com/pianobar/
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/upcoming-event-hudson-eats-piano-bar-at-brookfield-place/
LOCATION:Brookfield Place
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SUMMARY:China Institute Calligraphy Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Come to China Institute to learn\, explore\, and practice calligraphy\, an ancient art that cultivates appreciation of art and culture\, language learning\, and self-wellness in general. A unique way of writing that incorporates brushwork\, composition\, and balance to create an expressive piece of artwork\, Chinese calligraphy has been widely considered as the finest form of art in China for over two thousand years. Focusing on writing characters\, Chinese calligraphy creates aesthetically beautiful yet almost exclusively personal artwork through skillful hand-eye coordination and mental focus. By pushing the soft brush soaked in ink on a piece of specially made rice paper\, one will develop a deep sense of body-mind connection while the repetition of practicing and writing can simply be meditative and relaxing. To make it accessible for all to explore\, learn and enjoy the writing of Chinese calligraphy\, this monthly program offers 2-hour open sessions where participants of various experience of calligraphic writing can attend\, with the facilitation from our calligraphy instructor and dedicated staff. No experience is required. Ink\, paper\, and brush will be provided onsite. Simply come\, enjoy writing\, and find likeminded fellow calligraphers. Explore a new culture or connect to your heritage.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/china-institute-calligraphy-meetup/
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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