Downtown Alliance

The Golden Thread: New Adventures in Textile Art by Christian Viveros-Fauné
2025-04-11 00:00 - 2026-05-16 00:00 (America/New_York)
Fiber art exhibition with multiple artists.

The Jungle Book Acting Camp at Tribeca PAC
2026-04-06 11:00 - 2026-04-11 15:30 | Tribeca Perf. Arts Center
Get ready for an unforgettable week of acting, creativity, and fun! Tribeca PAC is thrilled to host an acting camp during spring break, April 6 to 11, 2026. This is a chance for your kids to work with theater professionals as they spend the week working on a production – a musical adaptation of The Jungle Book.
Ever been abandoned in the jungle, adopted by wolves, taught by a bear, befriended by a panther and chased by a tiger? In the Missoula Children’s Theatre musical adaptation of THE JUNGLE BOOK, Mowgli the man-cub has all these adventures and more. Join him as he escapes from the Bandar-log, outwits a tiger, enlists the help of a rock-python, explores what it means to be human and learns a lesson from the brave mongoose Rikki-Tikki-Tavi. Original music and rollicking humor give new life to the classic tale by Rudyard Kipling.
Please note: This is not a professional performance. This is a week-long theater acting camp for kids ages 5 to 18 (must be in Kindergarten) who are interested in performing. Registration: $500. For more information or to register, click here.
Tribeca PAC is located on the campus of the Borough of Manhattan Community College, 199 Chambers Street, New York, NY. Order online or call (212) 220 – 1460 ext. 3.

296th Anniversary of the Founding of New York City's First Synagogue
2026-04-10 12:00 - 13:00
The Lower Manhattan Historical Association, in conjunction with the Sons of the Revolution in the State of New York and its Fraunces Tavern Museum,the Sephardi Federation, the Temple of Universal Judaism, the Bowling Green Association, The Museum of Jewish Heritage – A Living Memorial to the Holocaust, the Chinatown Partnership, the Chinatown Business Improvement District, The American Historical Association in the State of New York, The New York Board of Rabbis, cultureNOW, and the Jewish Learning Experience is commemorating the founding of New York City’s (and North America’s) first temple.
On the seventh day of Passover April 8, 1730 the nascent Jewish community of New York City consecrated the Mill Street Synagogue at what today is 26 South William Street. Congregation Shearith Israel which was has long since moved to the Upper West Side of Manhattan. The history of the Jewish communities in New York and its first native born Jewish leader, the most dedicated and influential Hazzan, Gershom Mendes Seixas, is well documented. In addition to his contributions to the Revolutionary War effort, he was also a trustee of Kings College and participated in George Washington’s Inauguration. The street was co-named Seixas Way on April 8,2019. In August 2019 a plaque was installed at 22 South William Street to commemorate the Mill Street Synagogue. It is, therefore, our intention to raise the community’s awareness regarding the important contribution of Seixas and his congregation to the rise of New York as that most cosmopolitan of American cities.
The ceremony will involve the presentation of the Gershom Mendes Seixas Religious Freedom Award to the Museum at Eldridge Street, which has fostered Rabbi Seixas’ ideals of religious freedom.
RSVP required : https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1986551135924

Nautical Night of Karaoke with Nyota
2026-04-10 18:00
Make waves at a one-of-a-kind karaoke night celebrating New York’s deep connection to the water, set inside the Seaport Museum’s Maritime City exhibition. Surrounded by artwork, artifacts, and stories of the city’s maritime past, this lively evening—led by national karaoke champion Nyota—promises music, community, and waterfront vibes. Set among the gallery, all guests are invited to take the mic and dive into a curated playlist inspired by the sea, the city, and more maritime connections. Belt out classics like Surfin’ USA, Under the Sea, and Sittin’ On the Dock of the Bay, or bring the energy with newer favorites like Naked in Manhattan, NUEVAYoL, and Water. Whether you’re channeling beachy nostalgia or NYC pride, there’s a song for every kind of performer.

Cory Giles
2026-04-10 19:00
Musical performance.

Singing of Democracy
2026-04-10 19:30 - 21:00
Join the musicians of the Knickerbocker Chamber Orchestra, KCO Music Director and Conductor, Gary S. Fagin, and four outstanding vocalists, for a concert Friday, April 10 at 7:30pm, at the historic Battery Maritime Building, located at 10 South Street, in lower Manhattan, next to the Staten Island Ferry.
This KCO performance will mark the 250th anniversary year – the semiquincentennial – of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Featured will be a world premiere by Gary S. Fagin, “Each and All,” drawing on texts about the challenges facing democracy by Plato, Alexis de Tocqueville, Henry Longfellow, Walt Whitman, and Abraham Lincoln. Karen Karbiener, President of The Walt Whitman Initiative, will be in conversation about how Whitman’s words and work resonate with the current state of Democracy.
The KCO will be joined by vocalists Katherine Riddle, soprano, Rosena Hill Jackson, mezzo-soprano, Chauncey Packer, tenor, and Ben Davis, baritone. The evening will also include works by Aaron Copland, Leonard Bernstein, and Ricky Ian Gordon.

Stewardship Saturday: Garden & Clean Up
2026-04-11 10:00 - 12:00
Pick up litter and tend to pollinator-friendly gardens. Tools and materials provided. No experience needed. All ages and abilities welcome.

The Jungle Book
2026-04-11 11:00
Musical adaptation of The Jungle Book — the conclusion of a weeklong theater acting camp for kids. Repeated at 1:30pm.

Big
2026-04-11 11:30
The first picture book written and illustrated by award-winning creator Vashti Harrison traces a child’s journey to self-love and shows the power of words to both hurt and heal. With spare text and exquisite illustrations, this emotional exploration of being big in a world that prizes small is a tender portrayal of how you can stand out and feel invisible at the same time.

Women Who Wowed
2026-04-11 14:30
From pioneering professionals to groundbreaking activists and maritime leaders, this walking tour brings to light the stories of women who fought against gender and racial discrimination to leave their mark on history.

Sateen
2026-04-12 19:00

Birding BPC
2026-04-13 09:30 - 10:30
Join BPCA naturalists to 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.

Jazz at One: Shirazette Tinnin
2026-04-13 13:00
Opening the 2026 midday series, drummer, composer, and bandleader Shirazette Tinnin brings her signature blend of soul, jazz, and global rhythms to a performance that pulses with creativity and joy. Tinnin fuses traditional jazz roots with innovative grooves and Afro-diasporic influences, crafting music that is both profoundly personal, and universally moving.

Earth Day: Family Birding
2026-04-14 11:00 - 12:00
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.

Mah Jongg & More
2026-04-14 14:00 - 16:00
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.

Earth Month Compost Tour
2026-04-14 16:15 - 17:15
Get a behind-the-scenes look at how BPCA processes the hundreds of pounds of food waste collected each day, that is then turned into compost that goes back out into the gardens to support soil health. Registration recommended.

Finding Joy Through Food
2026-04-14 18:00
Novelist and screenwriter Yan Geling and celebrated dancer, actress, and author Chiang Ching explore the deep connections between food, memory, resilience, and creativity.

Garden Apartments: The History of Low-Rent Utopia
2026-04-14 18:00
In his new book, Garden Apartments: The History of a Low-Rent Utopia, Joshua B. Freeman explains how a form of multifamily housing with idealistic roots became a ubiquitous model dwelling, promoted by both public entities and private developers. Freeman rescues garden apartments—typically low-rise, multifamily residences that enclose or are surrounded by landscaped gardens—from their invisibility in the American landscape and details their outsized influence on housing and social policy as they helped upgrade living standards for working people.

No-Press Printmaking
2026-04-15 10:00 - 12:00
Explore fun and simple printmaking techniques- such as screen printing, monographs, and collagraphs- with the guidance of an artist/ educator. All materials provided. All skill levels welcome. Registration required.

Downtown Beats Chorus
2026-04-15 13:00
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.

Bach at One: Selections from “Messiah”
2026-04-15 13:00 | Trinity Church
If you can’t make it to Trinity’s full presentation this evening of the timeless masterpiece by Bach’s contemporary, George Frideric Handel, this is a streamlined lunch-hour edition! Trinity Choir and Trinity Baroque Orchestra will present selections from Parts II and III of Messiah.

Meet the Beekeeper
2026-04-15 13:30 - 14:30 | Rockefeller Park
Join a presentation and talk led by Alveole beekeepers at the Battery Park City hive located at the Chambers St. entrance to Rockefeller Park. Learn about the importance of urban beekeeping and its benefit to sustainability efforts in BPC and throughout the city.

A Novel Crime
2026-04-15 18:00
Book reading and signing by author Deborah Levison.

The Keeper Film Screening
2026-04-15 18:00
Kick off your Earth Day celebrations with filmmaker Jon Bowermaster for a special screening of his recent documentary “The Keeper,” which explores the life and legacy of John Lipscomb who spent 25 years patrolling the Hudson. This film offers an in-depth look at the Hudson River’s environmental history and its global significance, highlighting the ongoing work of more than 300 “keepers” around the world. It’s a story of resilience, activism, and the enduring fight to protect our waterways.

Handel’s “Messiah” (Parts II and III)
2026-04-15 19:00 | Trinity Church
Audiences will revel in the full glory of Easter season as Trinity Choir and Trinity Baroque Orchestra pick up where they left off at Christmastime, presenting Parts II and III of George Frideric Handel’s beloved and timeless work — including the much-celebrated “Hallelujah” chorus.

Mah Jongg Lessons
2026-04-16 10:00 - 12:00
Learn the rules and mechanics of American Mah-Jongg.

Earth Month Nature Walk
2026-04-16 10:30 - 11:30 | Rockefeller Park
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.

Fiber Art Crafts Studio
2026-04-16 13:00 - 15:00
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.

Yours Always
2026-04-16 18:00 - 2026-04-18 00:00
Book reading and signing by author Corinne Sullivan.

Transcendence for Beginners
2026-04-16 19:00
A lyrical work of philosophy that draws from the work of Spinoza, George Eliot, biographers, memoirists, and more to examine how wisdom and goodness are transmitted by individual human lives.
