his new book, Men at Work: The Empire State Building and the Untold Story of the Craftsmen who Built It, Glenn Kurtz re-examines the familiar story of the Empire State’s amazing construction from a perspective that has stumped previous researchers: the lives of workers who labored daily on the site. Taking the iconic photographs of […]
Learn how to make a delicious, holiday dessert with Chef-Instructor Pauline Balboa Pelea from the Institute of Culinary Education. Try a sample and get some tips and tricks on how to make your own at home.
Art Spiegelman’s Maus: A Survivor’s Tale, marks an important rupture in the lineage of survivor testimony. It presents a narrative of survivor testimony through the lens of an adult child of a survivor in a highly unorthodox medium, an early example of the graphic novel or commix format. In 1974, Mark Podwal — noted author, […]
Give the “Gift of Life” by helping to replenish dwindling supplies in the tri-state area. It takes less than an hour and one donation can save multiple lives! Sign up today at nybloodcenter.org
Four captivating storytellers from the hit show NYC’s Secrets & Lies—Christa Avampato, Ashley Semrick, Carla Katz, and a mystery guest—will unwrap incredible tales from New York City’s secret holiday maritime history. But, one of these stories is pure frosty fiction. If you can spot the “Grinch” spinning tall tales, you’ll be entered to win a […]
Fourth meeting of the Infinite Jest Monthly Read-Along Bash group. Read pages 300-395 (plus relevant endnotes) for this month's gathering. Enjoy free drinks upstairs when you arrive.
Renowned annual performance The New York Times hails as no less than the “gold standard.” Featuring the peerless Trinity Choir and Trinity Baroque Orchestra, this “transcendent and awe-inspiring” Messiah has captivated audiences since it was first presented in 1770. Trinity’s unique, historically informed Messiah is authentically performed on period instruments and sung in baroque style […]
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.
The Consulate General of Sweden in New York brings an authentic Swedish Lucia choir to perform a traditional Lucia processional. The beautiful candlelit ceremony and concert will be followed by a brief holiday celebration featuring delicious Swedish treats from Metropolis.
Renowned annual performance The New York Times hails as no less than the “gold standard.” Featuring the peerless Trinity Choir and Trinity Baroque Orchestra, this “transcendent and awe-inspiring” Messiah has captivated audiences since it was first presented in 1770. Trinity’s unique, historically informed Messiah is authentically performed on period instruments and sung in baroque style […]
Stop by to meet your Community Construction Liaison and members of the Battery Park City Resiliency project team , have a snack, and give us your thoughts on the work underway. Light refreshments provided.
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.