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African Film, Virtual Galaxies, Cuban Art: September Events

African Film, Virtual Galaxies, Cuban Art: September Events

Main photo courtesy: The Vendy AwardsBy: Kristin HeiseSeptember Events in Lower Manhattan are equal parts extended summer pop-ups (let’s bask in...

Seaport Fireworks, Dining Deals & Island Oases this July

Seaport Fireworks, Dining Deals & Island Oases this July

Above photo courtesy of Pier 17Main photo courtesy of Waterfront AllianceBy: Kristin HeiseLower Manhattan’s cobblestoned streets are perfect for...

Governors Island Is The Place To Be In September

Governors Island Is The Place To Be In September

By Caroline De TinoSummer may be over but don't tell Governors Island. They've got a packed calendar for September with performances, film screenings...

Have a Roaring Time at the Jazz Age Lawn Party

Have a Roaring Time at the Jazz Age Lawn Party

By: Caroline De TinoShow off your best Texas Tommy, Charleston and Foxtrot dance moves later this month at "one of the most spectacular things to do...

A Car-Free Summer Oasis in NY Harbor

A Car-Free Summer Oasis in NY Harbor

What's 800 yards away, filled with summer fun and just opened for the season?  Governors Island!The Island promises a car-free oasis just a five...

City of Water Day: A Free Day of Entertainment, Education & Adventure

City of Water Day: A Free Day of Entertainment, Education & Adventure

On Saturday, July 20th from 10AM to 4PM the Metropolitan Waterfront Alliance presents its sixth annual City of Water Day (CWD) - a free event that...

53,000 Students Hit the Books in City’s Fastest-Growing School Zone

53,000 Students Hit the Books in City’s Fastest-Growing School Zone

 By Liz BergerI just went to my 30th college reunion, yet I still organize my year by the school calendar! Just as I’m settling into Lower...

A Design Performance Hot Enough to Melt Glass

A Design Performance Hot Enough to Melt Glass

By Kelly RushOn a sweltering day on the cusp of July, several men dressed in all black stood in front of furnaces hot enough to melt glass....

Memorial Day Deals and Events in Lower Manhattan

Memorial Day Deals and Events in Lower Manhattan

Sticking around this holiday weekend? Check out these Memorial Day deals and happenings south of Chambers Street.Governors Island Alliance Family...

Picture Lower Manhattan: Joie de Vivre by Mark di Suvero

Picture Lower Manhattan: Joie de Vivre by Mark di Suvero

Mark di Suvero's Joie de Vivre never fails to bring the joy of life to Zuccotti Park.  Consisting of 70-foot-high open-ended tetrahedrons, the...