Event Series PICK UP PICKLEBALL

PICK UP PICKLEBALL

Esplanade Plaza South End Ave. & Liberty Street, New York, NY, United States

An exciting fusion of badminton and tennis, pickleball has been proven to strengthen muscles, boost cardiovascular health, and enhance brain function. Each Thursday the net at Esplanade Plaza will be lowered to allow for pickleball games, on a first come first serve basis. Permits are also available at bpca.ny.gov. No program 5/18, 6/15

Event Series PRESCHOOL ART

PRESCHOOL ART

Rockefeller Park House River Terrace & Murray Street, New York, NY

Very young artists are introduced to paper, clay, paint and everyday recyclable materials, transforming them into masterpieces of creativity and delight. Dress for a mess!

Event Series THURSDAY ART IN ROCKEFELLER

THURSDAY ART IN ROCKEFELLER

Rockefeller Park Chambers St. & River Terrace, New York, NY, United States

Let your inner artist shine! Join other school-age children for art by the Park House. Art teachers lead individual and group projects using clay, collage, paint and more. Dress for a mess! For ages 5 and up.

Contemporary Asian American Ballads

Rector Park East Rector Place, New York, NY, United States

Spend evenings in Battery Park City listening to eclectic voices presented by Asian American Writers’ Workshop.

Event Series ILLUMINATION SPRING SHOWCASE

ILLUMINATION SPRING SHOWCASE

Belvedere Plaza North End Ave & BPC Esplanade, New York City, NY, United States

Immerse yourself in a one-of-a-kind outdoor light festival with Illumination.nyc. Interact with light-based creations, dance to DJs under the stars, and catch a surprise performance or two, Silent Disco on 5/6. Click into the event for full details and to RSVP. 

Free
Event Series TAI CHI

TAI CHI

Esplanade Plaza South End Ave. & Liberty Street, New York, NY, United States

Improve balance, strength and focus through gentle exercises. The sights and sounds of the river provide a serene background for the ancient flowing postures. An ideal choice for participants of all ages.

Event Series ADULT ZUMBA

ADULT ZUMBA

Irish Hunger Memorial Plaza

Exercise in disguise! Join in on the fun featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography while working on your balance, coordination and range of motion. Bring your friends and come prepared for enthusiastic instruction, a little strength training and a lot of fun.

New York Art Lecture Series: MTA Arts and Design

200 Rector Place 200 Rector Place is between Albany & Rector by the West Thames Park (near highway), New York, NY

Join art historian and lecturer Sylvia Laudien-Meo for illustrated presentations & dynamic discussions at 200 Rector Place in a group setting or via Zoom.

Event Series ILLUMINATION SPRING SHOWCASE

ILLUMINATION SPRING SHOWCASE

Belvedere Plaza North End Ave & BPC Esplanade, New York City, NY, United States

Immerse yourself in a one-of-a-kind outdoor light festival with Illumination.nyc. Interact with light-based creations, dance to DJs under the stars, and catch a surprise performance or two, Silent Disco on 5/6. Click into the event for full details and to RSVP. 

Free
Event Series DRAWING IN THE PARK

DRAWING IN THE PARK

South Cove

Paint 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.