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SUMMARY:Downtown Beats Chorus
DESCRIPTION:Directed by Church Street School of Music\, the Downtown Beats adult 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/downtown-beats-chorus-24/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T190000
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SUMMARY:Passwords: Sam Sax on Allen Ginsberg
DESCRIPTION:Writer and educator Sam Sax explores the life and work of Beat Generation poet Allen Ginsberg. Drawing from their research into Stanford University’s Allen Ginsberg papers\, sax’s consultation of primary source material (including Ginsberg’s letters and early manuscripts) raises new questions about Ginsberg’s countercultural poetics.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/passwords-sam-sax-on-allen-ginsberg/
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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SUMMARY:Earth Month: Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:Take a stroll with outdoor educator Marieke Bender through Rockefeller Park and explore our connection to the great outdoors! See what makes our parks an important refuge for humans\, animals\, and plants\, and search for signs of Spring along the Hudson River.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/earth-month-nature-walk-2/
LOCATION:Rockefeller Park
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:Fiber Art Crafts Studio
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/fiber-art-crafts-studio-4/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T140000
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SUMMARY:Mah Jongg & More
DESCRIPTION:Join a dedicated group of Mah Jongg enthusiasts for friendly games\, or try your hand at other card and board games.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/mah-jongg-more-88/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T180000
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SUMMARY:Coram House
DESCRIPTION:Book reading and signing by Bailey Seybolt\, author of Coram House.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/coram-house/
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T180000
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SUMMARY:Harlem Farr
DESCRIPTION:Harlem Farr\, also known as ‘hrlum\,’ is a 25-year-old multi-instrumentalist and songwriter from South Carolina. Her musical journey began at just six years old when she started playing the piano by ear. With an extensive background in fine arts\, two bachelor’s degrees in Music Theory/Composition and Spanish\, Harlem has also acquired proficiency in guitar and electric bass\, allowing her experimental vocal prowess to shine. Weaved and etched into the fabric of her music are styles reminiscent of jazz\, neo-soul\, and samba.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/harlem-farr/
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250425T110000
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SUMMARY:City Nature Challenge BioBlitz
DESCRIPTION:Help conduct a bioblitz – where professional and citizen scientists work together to identify all the plant and animal specials in a specific area – and contribute to building a catalog of Battery Park City’s biodiversity. Using the iNaturalist app we’ll be taking pictures of pollinators in our gardens. Please meet in front of 6 River Terrace. You’ll be outside in the garden so dress appropriately.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/city-nature-challenge-bioblitz/
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:Smorgasburg
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/smorgasburg/
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SUMMARY:Music and Maritime: An After-Hours Experience
DESCRIPTION:Enhance your visit to the newly-opened exhibition Maritime City with live music after-hours. Stop by anytime between 5pm and 8pm for a free self-guided exploration of the three-floor exhibition that highlights how New York City\, as we know it today\, arose from the sea. From 5:30pm to 7:30pm\, enjoy a live performance by musician and songwriter Blair Lamb\, who will fill the first-floor gallery with beautiful piano and vocals.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/music-and-maritime-an-after-hours-experience-2/
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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SUMMARY:Josh Walker
DESCRIPTION:Josh Walker is an artist hoping to heal through music and storytelling.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/josh-walker/
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T130000
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SUMMARY:Earth Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Volunteer gardening and clean-up\, a special live music performance by bands from the Church Street School of Music and Art\, a tree care workshop and a plant giveaway/art project for children.  This event is co-sponsored by the City Hall Park Conservancy and the Friends of City Hall Park.  Pre-registration preferred\, please email info@chpc-nyc.org.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/earth-day-celebration-3/
LOCATION:City Hall Park
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T120000
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SUMMARY:Stewardship Day at Gotham Park
DESCRIPTION:Special planting day.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/stewardship-day-at-gotham-park-20/
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T103000
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SUMMARY:S.T.E.A.M. DREAM
DESCRIPTION:Kids are invited to pick up S.T.E.A.M. (Science\, Technology\, Engineering\, Arts and Mathematics) at this special Earth Month themed open air fair. The event will feature a variety of engaging activities and a pop up lab with BioBus who help K-12 and college students discover\, explore\, and pursue science.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/s-t-e-a-m-dream-3/
LOCATION:Rockefeller Park
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T103000
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SUMMARY:Morning Meditation in Maritime City
DESCRIPTION:Start your weekend with a unique yoga nidra morning meditation surrounded by maritime history in the first-floor gallery of the new exhibition Maritime City at the Seaport Museum.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/morning-meditation-in-maritime-city-2/
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T110000
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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-6/
CATEGORIES:Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T140000
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SUMMARY:Sinister Secrets of the Seaport Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:90-minute walking tour that will take you on a winding journey that unravels the darker past of the South Street Seaport Historic District and Lower Manhattan.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/sinister-secrets-of-the-seaport-walking-tour-26/
CATEGORIES:Tours
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250426T190000
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SUMMARY:Alexia Bomtempo
DESCRIPTION:Brazilian-American singer and songwriter.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/alexia-bomtempo-2/
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T080000
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UID:106312-1745740800-1745740800@downtownny.com
SUMMARY:9/11 Memorial & Museum 5K Run/Walk
DESCRIPTION:Fundraiser. This 5K follows a similar path that rescue and recovery workers took down West Street on their way to Ground Zero on 9/11 and in the days\, weeks\, and months that followed.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/9-11-memorial-museum-5k-run-walk-2/
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T140000
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UID:106313-1745748000-1745762400@downtownny.com
SUMMARY:Shred Day
DESCRIPTION:In honor of Earth Day\, clear out your papers and drop them into our mobile shredder in Duane Park for free. Watch your hard drive destroyed on sight.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/shred-day/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250427T140000
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UID:106314-1745762400-1745762400@downtownny.com
SUMMARY:Sunday Afternoon Music: Voices of Resilience and Hope
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an uplifting program that elevates emerging artists in our city. Students from Dorrill Initiative\, Borough of Manhattan Community College\, and  Manhattan School of Music perform works ranging from classical standards to beloved theater tunes. 
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/sunday-afternoon-music-voices-of-resilience-and-hope/
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250428T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250428T103000
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SUMMARY:NYS Birding Trail
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the New York State birding trail. Explore the parks of Battery Park City and see what makes this area a hangout for urban birds and migrators passing through. Binoculars and field guides provided\, or bring your own.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/nys-birding-trail-8/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250428T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250428T160000
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UID:106316-1745856000-1745856000@downtownny.com
SUMMARY:Plant Swap/Seed Share
DESCRIPTION:Bring your plants\, cuttings and seeds to exchange. You can still participate without bringing a plant to swap.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/plant-swap-seed-share-4/
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250429T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250429T163000
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SUMMARY:Drop-In Chess
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/drop-in-chess-90/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250429T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250429T183000
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UID:106318-1745951400-1745951400@downtownny.com
SUMMARY:The Dazzling Paget Sisters: The English Twins Who Captivated Literary Europe
DESCRIPTION:Book reading. For fans of Nancy Mitford’s The Pursuit of Love\, this is the real-life story of Celia and Mamaine Paget: “devoted twins\, whose lives and loves traversed the intellectual currents and crises of mid-twentieth century Europe” (Rupert Christiansen). Ariane Bankes in conversation with Kate Bolick.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/the-dazzling-paget-sisters-the-english-twins-who-captivated-literary-europe/
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164348
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UID:106319-1746007200-1746014400@downtownny.com
SUMMARY:Visual Narrative
DESCRIPTION:Discover your narrative voice and tell your story through drawing and painting. Each week will feature  a different prompt\, helping you to create images and words. Explore creating character\, using perspective\, drawing the human figure\, and incorporating text and simple bookmaking techniques that will allow you to put your stories into a readable form. Registration required\, please email: registration@bpca.ny.gov
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/visual-narrative-5/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250430T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164348
CREATED:20250331T135301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T135301Z
UID:106320-1746018000-1746021600@downtownny.com
SUMMARY:Downtown Beats Chorus
DESCRIPTION:Directed by Church Street School of Music\, the Downtown Beats adult 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/downtown-beats-chorus-25/
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T150000
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UID:107022-1746090000-1746111600@downtownny.com
SUMMARY:Pick Up Pickleball
DESCRIPTION:The net at Esplanade Plaza will be lowered to allow for pickleball games\, on a first come first serve basis.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/pick-up-pickleball-20/
CATEGORIES:Community
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164348
CREATED:20250430T135246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T135246Z
UID:107023-1746104400-1746111600@downtownny.com
SUMMARY:Fiber Art Crafts Studio
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/fiber-art-crafts-studio-5/
CATEGORIES:Community
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T164348
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UID:107024-1746118800-1746126000@downtownny.com
SUMMARY:May Day National Day of Action
DESCRIPTION:Rally. Protesters gather at Foley Square and march to Battery Park.
URL:https://downtownny.com/event/may-day-national-day-of-action/
CATEGORIES:Community
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