Sea Chanteys and Maritime Music
Join the lively chantey experience either in-person at the Seaport Museum’s introduction galleries or virtually via Zoom, allowing you to join from anywhere. Each sing will be hosted by a […]
Free
Events
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Games People Play: Let’s Dance
Governors IslandArtCrawl Harlem and mixed-media artist (and 2024 artist in residence) Sally Twin invite all to come dance and explore movement while creating a painting! Your dancing feet (the printing press) […]
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When Washington Burned: The British Invasion of the Capital and a Nation’s Rise from the Ashes
Perhaps no single day in US history was as threatening to the survival of the nation as August 24, 1814, when British forces captured Washington. This unique moment might have […]
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Black Meme: A History of the Images that Make Us
Legacy Russell presents Black Meme: A History of the Images that Make Us, in conversation with J Wortham.
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Greenmarket at the Oculus
North Oculus Plaza, WTCShop for fruits and vegetables, baked goods, and dairy products from New York family farmers at the Grow NYC Greenmarket at the Oculus. Reopening for the season in June 2024. […]
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Adult Zumba
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 […]
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Mah Jongg & More
Join a dedicated group of Mah Jongg enthusiasts for friendly games, or try your hand at other card and board games.
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Kids Olympics
Rockefeller ParkPractice speed, teamwork, and game strategy with fun and challenging exercises and drills for all levels. Make new friends while engaging in skill-building sessions focused on balance, coordination, movement, and […]
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Drop-In Chess
Rockefeller ParkPlay 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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Art Talks: Justice Reflected
Drop-in public art tours for all ages of Justice Reflected. Take home coloring pages designed by the artist. Repeated 6:30pm-7pm.
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Rebels with a Cause: Reimagining Boys, Ourselves, and Our Culture
From NYU professor of developmental psychology Niobe Way, an in-depth exploration about what boys and young men teach us about themselves, us, and the toxic culture we have created; one […]
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Hitler and the Nazis: Evil on Trial
The Third Reich was one of the bloodiest regimes in history, but are the atrocities committed during World War II being lost to modern memory? Through the framing of the […]
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Figure al Fresco
Observe and sketch the human figure in a park setting. Each week a model will strike short and long poses for participants to draw. An artist/ educator will offer constructive […]
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Alphonso Horne and His Gotham Kings
Grammy-nominated trumpeter Alphonso Horne has put together an all-star band that weaves the sound and tap dancing of New Orleans, funk, jazz and hip-hop to bring a celebratory spirit that […]
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Elements of Nature Drawing
Join our community of artists of all skill levels as we are inspired by our surroundings to create with drawing materials, pastels and watercolors. Embolden your artwork amidst the flower-filled […]
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Wellness Wednesdays
North Oculus Plaza, WTCIn partnership with Sputnik Yoga, we will host a range of fitness and wellness classes at the World Trade Center on select Wednesdays. Launching in May to support Mental Health […]
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Sunset Yoga
Namaste! Unwind from the day with outdoor yoga. Immerse yourself in this meditative practice- surrounded by the Hudson’s peaceful aura. Strengthen the body and cultivate awareness in a relaxed environment […]
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Fresh Prints
Open house will feature a breadth of printing equipment that you will be invited to use. You’ll get to see how the designers at Bowne lock up limited edition designs […]
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BPC SBusiness Core Walking Tour
Tour 2 of the Museum’s three thematic walking tours of Battery Park City on Thursday, July 11 at 4pm will focus on the commercial core with its 1980s skyscrapers of […]
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Battery Park City Walking Tours
Learn about Green Guidelines, BPC’s pioneering role in LEED Certification, public-private partnerships in urban development, and opening the Manhattan waterfront to public access and recreation.
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The Power of Your Presence: Command, Magnetize, Impact – A Kundalini Yoga Workshop
This workshop will guide you through powerful Kundalini Yoga techniques to help you tap into your inner strength and radiance.
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From Where They Stood
Film screening. A handful of prisoners in WWII camps risked their lives to take clandestine photographs and document the hell the Nazis were hiding from the world. In the vestiges […]
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Adult Zumba
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 […]
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Smorgasburg
New York City's favorite outdoor food market, Smorgasburg, is back at the World Trade Center. Starting on April 5, on Fridays through October, come out to Fulton Street and enjoy a variety of eats and treats from over 20 local vendors.
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Funday Friday: Hornbooks!
Step back in time this summer and explore our nation’s rich heritage through hands-on crafts inspired by the past. Today, delve into the history and craftsmanship of hornbooks, essential educational […]
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Gary Indiana presents I Can Give You Anything But Love
A beloved memoir from one of the most acclaimed radical writers in American literature—whose graphic, funny, and caustic voice has by turns haunted and influenced the literary and artistic establishments.
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Oculus Outdoors
World Trade CenterCome experience Oculus Outdoors – free, outdoor movie screenings on select Friday nights and Saturday afternoons this summer. This year, we are screening two movies: family-friendly evening flicks on Friday […]
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City of Water Day
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Family Farm Volunteer Day at The Battery Urban Farm
Projects for all ages in the vegetable farm. This is a fun and active event for community members and families looking to get outside and get dirty! Farm staff will […]
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Drawing in the Park
South CovePaint 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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Andrea Beaty’s Iggy Peck, Architect
Architects are artists and builders! Together, we’ll read Andrea Beaty’s classic Iggy Peck, Architect and learn about the process of design and using creative building materials to make stand-out buildings. […]
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New York City Poetry Festival
Governors IslandReadings, workshops, open mics, installations, performances, writing activities, bookselling, children’s programming, a beer garden, delicious food, and a whole lot of lying around in the grass listening to poetry. By […]
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WindShipped
Screening of the 39-minute documentary film “WindShipped,” presented in partnership with Waterfront Alliance and Climate Film Festival. “WindShipped” tells the story of how one man's quixotic dream turned into reality. […]
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Oculus Outdoors
World Trade CenterCome experience Oculus Outdoors – free, outdoor movie screenings on select Friday nights and Saturday afternoons this summer. This year, we are screening two movies: family-friendly evening flicks on Friday […]
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Vinyasa on a Vessel
Anyone ages 12 and up is invited to start your Sunday with a mindful and invigorating 60-minute practice that is both accessible and challenging for all skill levels. Each session […]
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Playscape Performs
Family-oriented shows at the ShowBox, the first improv theater in a New York City playground. Show is repeated at 12:30pm.
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Cyanotype Workshop
Governors IslandThis workshop series will teach basic cyanotype printing on paper and fabric, featuring plants and natural pigments cultivated at Earth Matter Soil Start Farms’ Heritage Beds.
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Voices of Peace
Trinity ChurchTrinity Church presents “Voices of Peace” featuring the Jerusalem Youth Chorus: young Palestinians and Israelis who use the power of words and music to foster dialogue, understanding, and empathy – […]
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Sinister Secrets of the Seaport Walking Tour
Winding journey that unravels the darker past of the South Street Seaport Historic District and Lower Manhattan. This entertaining tour tells the scandalous, dubious, and sinister tales lurking in the […]
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Environmental Legacies: How the War of Independence Affected the Natural World in Predictable and Surprising Ways
We don't always consider the powerful impact that the War of Independence had on the physical landscape of 18th century America – much less how those impacts might still be […]
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Stories Survive – Imagining Jewish Futures in World War II Labor Camps: A Gendered Perspective
Beginning in late 1940, over three thousand Jewish girls and young women were forced from their family homes in Sosnowiec, Poland and its surrounding towns to worksites in Germany. Believing […]
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Greenmarket at the Oculus
North Oculus Plaza, WTCShop for fruits and vegetables, baked goods, and dairy products from New York family farmers at the Grow NYC Greenmarket at the Oculus. Reopening for the season in June 2024. […]
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Adult Zumba
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 […]
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BPC Book Club
Drop by the Community Room for a discussion of well-regarded contemporary works. Each session will feature questions and talking points to help readers further connect to the story. Today's book […]
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Mah Jongg & More
Join a dedicated group of Mah Jongg enthusiasts for friendly games, or try your hand at other card and board games.
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Kids Olympics
Rockefeller ParkPractice speed, teamwork, and game strategy with fun and challenging exercises and drills for all levels. Make new friends while engaging in skill-building sessions focused on balance, coordination, movement, and […]
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Drop-In Chess
Rockefeller ParkPlay 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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Sibling Rivalry Press: Family Reunion
Join Sibling Rivalry Press founding publisher Bryan Borland, editor-in-chief Seth Pennington, and a spectrum of SRP-published writers from a decade of defiance that changed the face of American poetry. SRP, […]
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The Beauty of Falling: A Life in Pursuit of Gravity
Join author Claudia de Rham and the Academy’s Chief Scientific Officer Brooke Grindlinger as they delve into the hidden facets of gravity’s true nature—and de Rham’s new book, The Beauty […]
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Figure Al Fresco
Observe and sketch the human figure in a park setting. Each week a model will strike short and long poses for participants to draw. An artist/ educator will offer constructive […]
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Christopher McBride & the Whole Proof
Christopher McBride & the Whole Proof is a jazz experience that explores the African American landscape. Multiple genres are infused throughout the music and movement: Influences from the African diaspora, […]
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Elements of Nature Drawing
Join our community of artists of all skill levels as we are inspired by our surroundings to create with drawing materials, pastels and watercolors. Embolden your artwork amidst the flower-filled […]
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Wellness Wednesdays
North Oculus Plaza, WTCIn partnership with Sputnik Yoga, we will host a range of fitness and wellness classes at the World Trade Center on select Wednesdays. Launching in May to support Mental Health […]
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Sunset Yoga
Namaste! Unwind from the day with outdoor yoga. Immerse yourself in this meditative practice- surrounded by the Hudson’s peaceful aura. Strengthen the body and cultivate awareness in a relaxed environment […]
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Art Talks: Justice Reflected
Drop-in public art tours for all ages of Justice Reflected. Take home coloring pages designed by the artist.
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What If the Fungi Win?
Join author Arturo Casadevall and the Academy’s Chief Scientific Officer Brooke Grindlinger as they dive into the dual nature of fungi—beneficial allies and deadly foes——and Casadevall’s new book, What if […]
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Adult Zumba
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 […]
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Smorgasburg
New York City's favorite outdoor food market, Smorgasburg, is back at the World Trade Center. Starting on April 5, on Fridays through October, come out to Fulton Street and enjoy a variety of eats and treats from over 20 local vendors.
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Funday Friday: Invisible Ink!
Step back in time this summer and explore our nation’s rich heritage through hands-on crafts inspired by the past. Today, investigate the history of invisible ink during the American Revolutionary […]
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Battery Park City Walking Tours
Learn about Green Guidelines, BPC’s pioneering role in LEED Certification, public-private partnerships in urban development, and opening the Manhattan waterfront to public access and recreation.
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Drawing in the Park
South CovePaint 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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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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Sea Chanteys for Work at Sea
Captivating performances in a free mini-workshop that explores the rich musical tradition of sea chanteys—songs used by old-time sailors to facilitate their work at sea. These catchy rhythms served as […]
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Interventions: Rena Anakwe
Governors IslandJoin artist Rena Anakwe for a free sonic performance presented by Governors Island Arts underneath the historic Liggett Hall archway on Governors Island. Free with registration. Presented as part of […]
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Playscape Performs
Family-oriented shows at the ShowBox, the first improv theater in a New York City playground. Show is repeated at 12:30pm.
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Greenmarket at the Oculus
North Oculus Plaza, WTCShop for fruits and vegetables, baked goods, and dairy products from New York family farmers at the Grow NYC Greenmarket at the Oculus. Reopening for the season in June 2024. […]
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Adult Zumba
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 […]
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Mah Jongg & More
Join a dedicated group of Mah Jongg enthusiasts for friendly games, or try your hand at other card and board games.
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Kids Olympics
Rockefeller ParkPractice speed, teamwork, and game strategy with fun and challenging exercises and drills for all levels. Make new friends while engaging in skill-building sessions focused on balance, coordination, movement, and […]
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Drop-In Chess
Rockefeller ParkPlay 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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TALL TIMBER: Height & Hybrids
A panel of experts will cap our lecture series The Short History and Promising Future of Tall Mass Timber Buildings with a discussion of Height & Hybrids. Our speakers include […]
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Figure Al Fresco
Observe and sketch the human figure in a park setting. Each week a model will strike short and long poses for participants to draw. An artist/ educator will offer constructive […]
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Wellness Wednesdays
North Oculus Plaza, WTCIn partnership with Sputnik Yoga, we will host a range of fitness and wellness classes at the World Trade Center on select Wednesdays. Launching in May to support Mental Health […]
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Sunset Yoga
Namaste! Unwind from the day with outdoor yoga. Immerse yourself in this meditative practice- surrounded by the Hudson’s peaceful aura. Strengthen the body and cultivate awareness in a relaxed environment […]
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Craft Studio
Our open ‘studio’ craft sessions are a great opportunity for seniors to be creative, learn new skills, and socialize with others through group activities and individual projects.
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The Last Sane Woman
Hannah Regel presents The Last Sane Woman, in conversation with Fiona Alison Duncan. A beguiling debut novel about friendship and failure.
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Adult Zumba
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 […]
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Smorgasburg
New York City's favorite outdoor food market, Smorgasburg, is back at the World Trade Center. Starting on April 5, on Fridays through October, come out to Fulton Street and enjoy a variety of eats and treats from over 20 local vendors.
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Funday Friday: Corn Husk Dolls!
Step back in time this summer and explore our nation’s rich heritage through hands-on crafts inspired by the past. Today, explore the history of corn husk dolls, tracing their origins […]
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Oculus Outdoors
World Trade CenterCome experience Oculus Outdoors – free, outdoor movie screenings on select Friday nights and Saturday afternoons this summer. This year, we are screening two movies: family-friendly evening flicks on Friday […]
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Drawing in the Park
South CovePaint 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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Architecture for Animals
Animals are skillful architects—from beehives to birds’ nests, animals create spaces best fit for their needs. But now, they’re moving into the big city! We will dive into the relationship […]
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Oculus Outdoors
World Trade CenterCome experience Oculus Outdoors – free, outdoor movie screenings on select Friday nights and Saturday afternoons this summer. This year, we are screening two movies: family-friendly evening flicks on Friday […]
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Teen Poetry Slam Finals
Final round of the second annual Teen Poetry Slam series, a program empowering teen performing artists. The Parlé Endeavors Teen Poetry Slam Series is a New York City-wide poetry exhibition […]
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Roots and Branches
Families are invited to get creative while exploring Jewish heritage and culture through engaging activities and crafts. This month we are celebrating Pride by learning about influential Queer Jews throughout […]
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Sailing Without Ahab
Unique poetry reading and book talk with author Steve Mentz who has reimagined Herman Melville's great American classic Moby-Dick, without the monomaniacal quest of Captain Ahab. In this event, we […]
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Greenmarket at the Oculus
North Oculus Plaza, WTCShop for fruits and vegetables, baked goods, and dairy products from New York family farmers at the Grow NYC Greenmarket at the Oculus. Reopening for the season in June 2024. […]
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Adult Zumba
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 […]
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Mah Jongg & More
Join a dedicated group of Mah Jongg enthusiasts for friendly games, or try your hand at other card and board games.
Free -
Kids Olympics
Rockefeller ParkPractice speed, teamwork, and game strategy with fun and challenging exercises and drills for all levels. Make new friends while engaging in skill-building sessions focused on balance, coordination, movement, and […]
Free -
Drop-In Chess
Rockefeller ParkPlay 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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The History of Antisemitism – Dark Mirror: The Medieval Origins of Anti-Jewish Iconography
In Dark Mirror, Sara Lipton offers a fascinating examination of the emergence of antisemitic iconography in the Middle Ages. The straggly beard, the hooked nose, the bag of coins, the […]
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Figure Al Fresco
Observe and sketch the human figure in a park setting. Each week a model will strike short and long poses for participants to draw. An artist/ educator will offer constructive […]
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Wellness Wednesdays
North Oculus Plaza, WTCIn partnership with Sputnik Yoga, we will host a range of fitness and wellness classes at the World Trade Center on select Wednesdays. Launching in May to support Mental Health […]
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Sunset Yoga
Namaste! Unwind from the day with outdoor yoga. Immerse yourself in this meditative practice- surrounded by the Hudson’s peaceful aura. Strengthen the body and cultivate awareness in a relaxed environment as your instructor guides you through alignments and poses. All levels are welcome. Bringing your own mat is encouraged, as provided accessories are first come […]
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Fresh Prints
Open house will feature a breadth of printing equipment that you will be invited to use. You’ll get to see how the designers at Bowne lock up limited edition designs that showcase some of the more eccentric parts from the Seaport Museum’s printing and graphic arts collection. Established in 1775, the original Bowne & Co., […]
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Liars
Sarah Manguso presents Liars, in conversation with Lyz Lenz. When Jane, an aspiring writer, meets filmmaker John Bridges, they both want the same things: to be in love, to live a successful, creative life, and to be happy. But it’s not long until Jane finds herself subsumed by John’s ambitions, whims, and ego; in short, […]
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Film Screening: The House On Wannsee Street
When award-winning Argentinean filmmaker Poli Martínez Kaplun decided to dig deep into her family history, she found long-forgotten images of her great grandfather, who she learned was a German-Jewish philosopher persecuted by the Nazis. To save his family from the concentration camps, he was forced to flee Berlin and moved to Egypt, then Switzerland, and […]
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Adult Zumba
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.
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Smorgasburg
New York City's favorite outdoor food market, Smorgasburg, is back at the World Trade Center. Starting on April 5, on Fridays through October, come out to Fulton Street and enjoy a variety of eats and treats from over 20 local vendors.
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Battle of the Bands
Co-presented with the Church Street School for Music and Art, youth bands will showcase their set to be judged by industry professionals for a chance to win prizes. Interested bands should email [email protected] for full details.
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NYCRuns Ice Cream Social 10K
Governors IslandEach entry to the NYCRUNS Manhattan Ice Cream Social 10K includes a ferry ride, your race-entry, a snazzy tech t‑shirt, and post-race eats, including of course, ice cream!
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Drawing in the Park
South CovePaint 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 participants of all levels with instruction and critique. Materials provided, and artists are encouraged to bring their own favorite media.
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Seaport Storytime
Storytime for kids 3 to 8.
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Urban Farm Tour
Governors IslandDiscover a world of bees, compost, and organic gardening right in New York City! Join the Bee Conservancy, Earth Matter NY, and GrowNYC for a tour of the Urban Farm on Governors Island, and learn about each organization’s work.
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Roots and Branches
Families are invited to get creative while exploring Jewish heritage and culture through engaging activities and crafts. Recommended for families with children ages five and up.
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Sea Chanteys and Maritime Music
Join the lively chantey experience either in-person at the Seaport Museum’s introduction galleries or virtually via Zoom, allowing you to join from anywhere. Each sing will be hosted by a local artist who will lead the sea-song sing-along, featuring a variety of traditional maritime work songs and ballads. Attendees are encouraged to sing along with […]
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SLASH – S.E.R.P.E.N.T. Festival
S.E.R.P.E.N.T. stands for Solidarity, Engagement, Restore, Peace, Equality N’ Tolerance. Starring Slash, the festival is a celebration of the blues and will feature an all-star line up with Keb’ Mo’, ZZ Ward, and Robert Randolph in NYC.
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Greenmarket at the Oculus
North Oculus Plaza, WTCShop for fruits and vegetables, baked goods, and dairy products from New York family farmers at the Grow NYC Greenmarket at the Oculus. Reopening for the season in June 2024. […]
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Adult Zumba
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.
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Mah Jongg & More
Join a dedicated group of Mah Jongg enthusiasts for friendly games, or try your hand at other card and board games.
Free -
Kids Olympics
Rockefeller ParkPractice speed, teamwork, and game strategy with fun and challenging exercises and drills for all levels. Make new friends while engaging in skill-building sessions focused on balance, coordination, movement, and awareness. Closed-toe shoes required. Ages 3-5 begin at 3pm; ages 6-10 begin at 3:45pm.
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Drop-In Chess
Rockefeller ParkPlay 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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Art Talks: Justice Reflected
Drop-in public art tours for all ages of Justice Reflected. Take home coloring pages designed by the artist. Repeated 6:30pm-7pm.
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The History of Antisemitism: Expulsion of Jews from England
In 1290, Jews were expelled from England and subsequently largely expunged from English historical memory. Yet for two centuries they occupied important roles in medieval English society. Protected by the Crown and granted the exclusive right to loan money with interest, Jews financed building projects, provided loans to students, and bought and rented out housing. […]
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Summer Blood Drive
Help replenish dwindling supplies in the tri-state area. The whole process takes less than an hour.
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Elements of Nature Drawing
Join our community of artists of all skill levels as we are inspired by our surroundings to 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 […]
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Wellness Wednesdays
North Oculus Plaza, WTCIn partnership with Sputnik Yoga, we will host a range of fitness and wellness classes at the World Trade Center on select Wednesdays. Launching in May to support Mental Health […]
Free -
Sunset Yoga
Namaste! Unwind from the day with outdoor yoga. Immerse yourself in this meditative practice- surrounded by the Hudson’s peaceful aura. Strengthen the body and cultivate awareness in a relaxed environment as your instructor guides you through alignments and poses. All levels are welcome. Bringing your own mat is encouraged, as provided accessories are first come […]
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Craft Studio
Our open ‘studio’ craft sessions are a great opportunity for seniors to be creative, learn new skills, and socialize with others through group activities and individual projects.
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BPC North Neighborhood Walking Tour
The third of the Museum's three thematic walking tours of Battery Park City will cover the north residential neighborhood, which was developed in several phases, beginning with Stuyvesant High School at the northeast edge and the esplanade and Rockefeller Park along the Hudson. This tour meet at the Winter Garden at Brookfield Place.
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Adult Zumba
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.
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Smorgasburg
New York City's favorite outdoor food market, Smorgasburg, is back at the World Trade Center. Starting on April 5, on Fridays through October, come out to Fulton Street and enjoy a variety of eats and treats from over 20 local vendors.
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Oculus Outdoors
World Trade CenterCome experience Oculus Outdoors – free, outdoor movie screenings on select Friday nights and Saturday afternoons this summer. This year, we are screening two movies: family-friendly evening flicks on Friday […]
Free -
Drawing in the Park
South CovePaint 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 participants of all levels with instruction and critique. Materials provided, and artists are encouraged to bring their own favorite media.
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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 techniques and methods. Drums provided, dancing welcome!
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Summer Skies
The Manhattan skyline can be magical, especially at summer sunsets when bright sky colors tint glass walls and interior lights begin to twinkle! After viewing a collection of panoramic photographs by Richard Berenholtz from his book Skylines of New York, young learners will create their own sparkling summer skylines with glow-in-the-dark paper. All ages are […]
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Meet the New York Climate Exchange
Governors IslandTours and informal informational sessions on Governors Island this summer. Visitors will have the opportunity to learn about The Exchange’s mission, vision, anticipated programming, and physical design — even before construction officially begins in 2025.
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Jazz Age Lawn Party
Governors IslandBreak out your best flapper dresses, linen jackets, straw hats and spats, and 100-year-old Gatsby-inspired attire! The Jazz Age Lawn Party on Governors Island features live music, retro cocktails, and ’20s Prohibition era entertainment. Explore the Island and join dance lessons, take a vintage portrait, check out the antique 1920s cars, play croquet, enjoy a […]
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Seaport Storytime
Storytime for kids 3 to 8.
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Oculus Outdoors
World Trade CenterCome experience Oculus Outdoors – free, outdoor movie screenings on select Friday nights and Saturday afternoons this summer. This year, we are screening two movies: family-friendly evening flicks on Friday […]
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Vinyasa on a Vessel
Anyone ages 12 and up is invited to start your Sunday with a mindful and invigorating 60-minute practice that is both accessible and challenging for all skill levels. Each session is peppered with information about the vessel itself and playlists are thoughtfully developed to reflect the serenity of the water and lively seasonal themes.
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Battery Dance Festival
Rockefeller ParkLive perfomances by American and international dancers and dance companies. At the end of each evening’s program, the audience learns a segment of the choreography just performed, and all dance. The Battery Dance Festival is New York City’s longest-running free public dance festival.
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Serpent in Eden: Foreign Meddling and Partisan Politics in James Madison’s America Lecture
In this lecture, Tyson Reeder traces early America's rocky beginnings, when foreign interference and political conflict threatened to undermine its aspirations and ideals, even its very existence. Spanning the period from the Revolution to the War of 1812, and focusing particularly on the career of James Madison, it reveals a nation adjusting to rancorous partisan […]
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Seaport Cinema: A Star is Born
Movie screening on The Rooftop at Pier 17. Bring your own blankets and chairs to lay out on the turf.
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Greenmarket at the Oculus
North Oculus Plaza, WTCShop for fruits and vegetables, baked goods, and dairy products from New York family farmers at the Grow NYC Greenmarket at the Oculus. Reopening for the season in June 2024. […]
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Monthly Service Day
Governors IslandParticipate in a single-day stewardship project focused on habitat restoration on Governors Island.
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Adult Zumba
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.
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Mah Jongg & More
Join a dedicated group of Mah Jongg enthusiasts for friendly games, or try your hand at other card and board games.
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Kids Olympics
Rockefeller ParkPractice speed, teamwork, and game strategy with fun and challenging exercises and drills for all levels. Make new friends while engaging in skill-building sessions focused on balance, coordination, movement, and awareness. Closed-toe shoes required. Ages 3-5 begin at 3pm; ages 6-10 begin at 3:45pm.
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Drop-In Chess
Rockefeller ParkPlay 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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The Most Famous Woman in China and How She Did it: Book Signing Party with Yue-Sai Kan
The evening will feature a panel discussion with Yue-Sai Kan, Xiaoyu and Princess of Chinatown. Moderated by Na Zhong and Jiaoyang Li, the conversation will discuss women’s relationships with beauty, fashion, power, and money. Guests will also experience a curated exhibition of antique Yue-Sai Wawa (Chinese dolls), a mini live fashion show showcasing new Chinese […]
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Highrises Art Deco: 100 Spectacular Skyscrapers from the Roaring ’20s to the Great Depression
In Highrises Art Deco, digital artist Chris Hytha has exploited drone photography to create stunning views of skyscrapers across the United States. His images are paired with histories researched and written by skyscraper historian Mark Houser. Join us for a free virtual program on August 13 at 6pm to take a closer look at the […]
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Elements of Nature Drawing
Join our community of artists of all skill levels as we are inspired by our surroundings to 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 […]
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Wellness Wednesdays
North Oculus Plaza, WTCIn partnership with Sputnik Yoga, we will host a range of fitness and wellness classes at the World Trade Center on select Wednesdays. Launching in May to support Mental Health […]
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Sunset Yoga
Namaste! Unwind from the day with outdoor yoga. Immerse yourself in this meditative practice- surrounded by the Hudson’s peaceful aura. Strengthen the body and cultivate awareness in a relaxed environment as your instructor guides you through alignments and poses. All levels are welcome. Bringing your own mat is encouraged, as provided accessories are first come […]
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Matthew Davis presents Let Me Try Again
Matthew Davis presents Let Me Try Again, in conversation with Adam Friedland. A romantic tragicomedy of faith, family, and folly.
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House Fest 2024
Governors IslandMore than two dozen cultural partners join for a creative celebration in and around the historic former military houses of Nolan Park and Colonels Row on the Island, featuring free dance and music performances, outdoor installations, interactive workshops, open studios, panel discussions, and more.
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Craft Studio
Our open ‘studio’ craft sessions are a great opportunity for seniors to be creative, learn new skills, and socialize with others through group activities and individual projects.
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Art Talks: Justice Reflected
Drop-in public art tours for all ages of Justice Reflected. Take home coloring pages designed by the artist.
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Telltale Hearts: A Public Health Doctor, His Patients, and the Power of Story
Book presentation. A doctor's powerful meditation on what his patients taught him, and what they can teach us about listening, healing, and public health.
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Adult Zumba
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.
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Smorgasburg
New York City's favorite outdoor food market, Smorgasburg, is back at the World Trade Center. Starting on April 5, on Fridays through October, come out to Fulton Street and enjoy a variety of eats and treats from over 20 local vendors.
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BPC North Neighborhood Walking Tour
The third of the Museum's three thematic walking tours of Battery Park City will cover the north residential neighborhood, which was developed in several phases, beginning with Stuyvesant High School at the northeast edge and the esplanade and Rockefeller Park along the Hudson. This tour meet at the Winter Garden at Brookfield Place.
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Battery Park City Walking Tours
Learn about Green Guidelines, BPC’s pioneering role in LEED Certification, public-private partnerships in urban development, and opening the Manhattan waterfront to public access and recreation.
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Drawing in the Park
South CovePaint 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 participants of all levels with instruction and critique. Materials provided, and artists are encouraged to bring their own favorite media.
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Seaport Kids Summer Bash
Summer crafts. Balloon twisting. Water sprinklers and basketball entertainment.
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Roots and Branches
Families are invited to get creative while exploring Jewish heritage and culture through engaging activities and crafts. Recommended for families with children ages five and up.
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Brookfield Place Open
pop-up tennis courts. Volley, serve, and swing your way into the 9th annual Brookfield Place Open.
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Greenmarket at the Oculus
North Oculus Plaza, WTCShop for fruits and vegetables, baked goods, and dairy products from New York family farmers at the Grow NYC Greenmarket at the Oculus. Reopening for the season in June 2024. […]
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Adult Zumba
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.
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Mah Jongg & More
Join a dedicated group of Mah Jongg enthusiasts for friendly games, or try your hand at other card and board games.
Free -
Kids Olympics
Rockefeller ParkPractice speed, teamwork, and game strategy with fun and challenging exercises and drills for all levels. Make new friends while engaging in skill-building sessions focused on balance, coordination, movement, and awareness. Closed-toe shoes required. Ages 3-5 begin at 3pm; ages 6-10 begin at 3:45pm.
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Drop-In Chess
Rockefeller ParkPlay 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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Elements of Nature Drawing
Join our community of artists of all skill levels as we are inspired by our surroundings to 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 […]
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Wellness Wednesdays
North Oculus Plaza, WTCIn partnership with Sputnik Yoga, we will host a range of fitness and wellness classes at the World Trade Center on select Wednesdays. Launching in May to support Mental Health […]
Free -
Sunset Yoga
Namaste! Unwind from the day with outdoor yoga. Immerse yourself in this meditative practice- surrounded by the Hudson’s peaceful aura. Strengthen the body and cultivate awareness in a relaxed environment as your instructor guides you through alignments and poses. All levels are welcome. Bringing your own mat is encouraged, as provided accessories are first come […]
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Craft Studio
Our open ‘studio’ craft sessions are a great opportunity for seniors to be creative, learn new skills, and socialize with others through group activities and individual projects.
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The Shvesters
Timeless, dazzling, and distinctive — The Shvesters transform classic Yiddish melodies into sophisticated, contemporary harmonic jazz arrangements. The Shvesters (Chava Levi and Polina Fradkin) are a Yiddish vocal duo hailing originally from Detroit, Michigan. They gained a reputation on social media for their perfectly synchronized voices (and signature matching outfits) — and have won the […]
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Smorgasburg
New York City's favorite outdoor food market, Smorgasburg, is back at the World Trade Center. Starting on April 5, on Fridays through October, come out to Fulton Street and enjoy a variety of eats and treats from over 20 local vendors.
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McNally Jackson After Hours: Giovanni’s Room
Do you regret not talking to the hot person on the train reading a book you like? Did your last Hinge date reveal that they haven't read a book since high school? If you replied yes to any of the above, you are invited to join a new McNally Jackson book club! In lieu of […]
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Oculus Outdoors
World Trade CenterCome experience Oculus Outdoors – free, outdoor movie screenings on select Friday nights and Saturday afternoons this summer. This year, we are screening two movies: family-friendly evening flicks on Friday […]
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Drawing in the Park
South CovePaint 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 participants of all levels with instruction and critique. Materials provided, and artists are encouraged to bring their own favorite media.
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Trains, Buses, Ferries… Oh My! Heading Back to School in NYC
How are you heading back to school? With subways, ferries, bike paths, walking paths, and buses, there’s almost no limit to the options to travel from one part of the city! We will take a walk around the neighborhood and discover different forms of transportation. Then kids will design and decorate their own subway cars […]
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Oculus Outdoors
World Trade CenterCome experience Oculus Outdoors – free, outdoor movie screenings on select Friday nights and Saturday afternoons this summer. This year, we are screening two movies: family-friendly evening flicks on Friday […]
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The Shvesters
Timeless, dazzling, and distinctive — The Shvesters transform classic Yiddish melodies into sophisticated, contemporary harmonic jazz arrangements. The Shvesters (Chava Levi and Polina Fradkin) are a Yiddish vocal duo hailing originally from Detroit, Michigan. They gained a reputation on social media for their perfectly synchronized voices (and signature matching outfits) — and have won the […]
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Greenmarket at the Oculus
North Oculus Plaza, WTCShop for fruits and vegetables, baked goods, and dairy products from New York family farmers at the Grow NYC Greenmarket at the Oculus. Reopening for the season in June 2024. […]
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Adult Zumba
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 -
Mah Jongg & More
Join a dedicated group of Mah Jongg enthusiasts for friendly games, or try your hand at other card and board games.
Free -
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Wellness Wednesdays
North Oculus Plaza, WTCIn partnership with Sputnik Yoga, we will host a range of fitness and wellness classes at the World Trade Center on select Wednesdays. Launching in May to support Mental Health […]
Free -
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Smorgasburg
New York City's favorite outdoor food market, Smorgasburg, is back at the World Trade Center. Starting on April 5, on Fridays through October, come out to Fulton Street and enjoy a variety of eats and treats from over 20 local vendors.
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Sea Chanteys and Maritime Music
Join the lively chantey experience either in-person at the Seaport Museum’s introduction galleries or virtually via Zoom, allowing you to join from anywhere. Each sing will be hosted by a local artist who will lead the sea-song sing-along, featuring a variety of traditional maritime work songs and ballads. Attendees are encouraged to sing along with […]
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Greenmarket at the Oculus
North Oculus Plaza, WTCShop for fruits and vegetables, baked goods, and dairy products from New York family farmers at the Grow NYC Greenmarket at the Oculus. Reopening for the season in June 2024. […]
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Adult Zumba
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 -
Mah Jongg & More
Join a dedicated group of Mah Jongg enthusiasts for friendly games, or try your hand at other card and board games.
Free -
Drop-In Chess
Rockefeller ParkPlay 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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The Life and Work of Roberto Bolaño
Join Álvaro Enrigue, Francine Prose, Natasha Wimmer, and Andrew Martin for a panel on the life and work of Roberto Bolaño, in celebration of Picador’s reissues of By Night in Chile, The Return, and Antwerp.
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Elements of Nature Drawing
Join our community of artists of all skill levels as we are inspired by our surroundings to 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 […]
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