Ongoing
MAD for a Cause: Kid Zone Coat Drive In conjunction with the exhibition Designing Motherhood: Things that Make and Break Our Births, MAD is working with community partner Kid Zone to collect coats and warm winter essentials for NYC children seeking asylum or in temporary housing. Everyone is welcome to drop off new or gently used coats, snow pants, scarves, hats, gloves or mittens, winter shoes, boots and other items at The Store at MAD or the 6th floor Education Center. Organized by Designing Motherhood artist Tamar Ettun, Kid Zone is a mutual aid group that distributes essential supplies, art, and toys for asylum-seeking children. Learn more at @tamarettun. Through March 15. Museum of Arts and Design, Jerome and Simona Chazen Building, 2 Columbus Circle.
Larry Dobens NYC Paintings Exhibit Acclaimed New York City painter Larry Dobens is showing oil paintings that offer colorful views of his beloved borough in intriguing and original ways. The suite of paints includes iconic architecture such as the Empire State Building, Lincoln Center, and fresh celebrations of familiar urban imagery. In the words of the artist: “…my paintings capture the upside-down urban landscape in reflections that call attention to the very nature of perception itself.” The watercolors and oil paintings are available for purchase and delivery is included. Through January 23. La Farine Patisserie, 2394 Broadway (between W 87th and W 88th St). FREE.
Betina Zolkower Photography Exhibit Stop by Betina Zolkower’s photography exhibit. Born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Ms. Zolkower has lived in New York since 1987. She has been making photographs and exhibiting her work in Buenos Aires and New York City for the past 30 years. In the summer of 2023, some of her images were included in an exhibition of Latin American women photographers at Throckmorton Fine Art Gallery. Through March. The 83rd and Broadway ‘gallery.’ FREE.
8 a.m. until 4 p.m. JASA – Club 76 Older Adult Center (Mon-Fri) Join us for free senior programming. See calendar here. Lunch 12 p.m. – 1 p.m. Lunch Donation $2.50 for seniors / $4 under 60. Catering by Diplomat Kosher. For more information: (212) 712-0170. 120 West 76th St (west of Columbus Ave). FREE.
10 a.m. Central Park NYC Ever Walk Group (Sat) All medium pace walkers, join us for a free 3-mile walk every Saturday. Start and finish location is always in front of the John Purroy Mitchell bust on the bridle path inside the park. 90th St. & 5th Ave. Engineers Gate entrance. FREE.
10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Fishing at the Harlem Meer (Wed-Sun) The Harlem Meer is a thriving aquatic ecosystem that supports a wide variety of fish, waterfowl, turtles, plants and microorganisms. Some of the fish living in the Meer include large-mouth bass, pumpkinseed sunfish, bluegill sunfish, carp, and chain pickerel. Fishing poles are available to borrow as part of the catch and release program at the Charles A. Dana Discovery Center. Instruction and complimentary fish bait are also provided. A picture ID is required. Charles A. Dana Discovery Center. FREE.
11 a.m. The Senior Men’s Group (Tue) Weekly meetings have resumed. Participants must now show proof of vaccination and sign up for annual membership. Masks will be worn. New members are welcome to apply. Contact Denise at denise@ncjwny.org. National Council of Jewish Women, 241 West 72nd St (between Broadway and West End Ave).
12 p.m. until 3 p.m. Peter Rubie’s Saturday Tartina Jazz Brunch (Sat) Weekly jazz brunch duos and trios, and more, with guitarist Peter Rubie, (opposite the beautiful gardens of the cathedral of St John the Divine), featuring some of New York’s finest established and emerging jazz singers and instrumentalists. Downtown you’d have to stay up late and pay a music charge to see these guys. No Cover! Atmosphere is relaxed, children are welcome, food is excellent by Executive Chef Federico Terminiello. To find out who’s featured each Saturday, check on the Thursday before the gig with any of the following: Facebook, Instagram, NextDoor-Events, AllAboutJazz.com – Jazz Near You. Tartina restaurant, 1034 Amsterdam Ave. (at W 111th St).
12 p.m. City Girls Who Walk (Sun) City Girls Who Walk is a group that brings together women from all walks of life to bond, exercise, and embrace the beauty of their surroundings. Every Sunday, hundreds of women of all different ages and backgrounds meet to simply go for a walk in Central Park. About 80% of the women show up alone, so feel free to give it a try! No sign up is required. Please Note: Walk locations sometimes change, so make sure to check the group’s Instagram page @citygirlswhowalk stories the day before and on Sunday to confirm the meet/walk spot. You are welcome to bring your leashed dog. Central Park West & 72nd Street. FREE.
2 p.m. until 3 p.m. PingPod’s Senior Social Smash Join us for open play, a fun event for seniors at all skill levels meant to socialize and find other partners to stay active. PingPod is a fully automated facility for the practice of Table Tennis. Tables can be booked through an app, customers can use the scoring systems and the replays for their best shots and the funniest moments. West 99th PingPod, 243 W99th St (at Broadway). $24/hour per Open Pod (4-6 players).
2 p.m. until 3 p.m. Emotional Aspects of Aging (Thur) A weekly discussion of topics pertaining to how it feels to age. Topics include coping with physical and mental disabilities, financial concerns, loss of loved ones, etc. For adults over 65 years of age. Participants must now show proof of vaccination and sign up for annual membership. Masks will be worn. New members are welcome to apply. Contact Denise at denise@ncjwny.org. National Council of Jewish Women, 241 West 72nd St (between Broadway and West End Ave).
6:30 p.m. until 8 p.m. Every Body Sing (Tues) A new choir for everyone. For more info, email: cantituttinyc@gmail.com. Columbia’s Casa Italiana, 1161 Amsterdam Ave (south of 118th St).
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The W Connection Widows Helping Widows Rebuild Their Lives – UWS Chapter Meeting (Wed) Join us on Zoom to discuss topics and issues to help widows rebuild their lives after the loss of a spouse. These groups are for widows and run by widows. Please RSVP to dawn@wconnection.org if you are interested in attending. Membership in The W Connection is $40 annually which gives you access to our programs and services, but everyone is welcome to a free trial meeting.
6:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. (Chinese) Mahjong (Thurs) Beginner-friendly, all levels are welcome no MJ card needed. Free to play! Food and drink available for purchase. All levels are welcome including absolute beginners. No need to RSVP, just show up ready to play! Questions? contact sharonschanzer@gmail.com. Sign up here to be added to the mailing list. Mochi Dolci, 222 W 79th (between Amsterdam Ave & Broadway). $15 cover usable toward food, etc.
Monday, January 5th
10 a.m. until 11 a.m. Yoga en Español (Yoga in Spanish) Conéctate, equilibra y desafíate con Yoga en español. Esta clase de Vinyasa Yoga incluye flujos de intensidad media que te llevarán desde el saludo al sol hasta una postura máxima final. Ven y concéntrate en las inversiones y la respiración para ayudarte a mejorar tu práctica personal mientras brindas conciencia y una nueva experiencia. Por favor trae tu propia colchoneta de yoga. New York Public Library – Morningside Heights Branch, 2900 Broadway. FREE.
2 p.m. until 4 p.m. Monday Matinee: The Naked Gun (2025) Join us for a Monday Matinee at the St. Agnes Library featuring new releases and blockbusters! Featured film: The Naked Gun (Akiva Schaffer, 2025). Lieutenant Frank Drebin Jr becomes a police offier like his legendary father and must save the police department from shutting down by solving a case. (PG-13, 85 mins). St. Agnes Library, .444 Amsterdam Ave (between W 81st and W 82nd Sts) FREE.
2:30 p.m. until 3:15 p.m. Mindful Mondays with Dr. Frank Corigliano: Exploring Psychology, Science, and Ethics Join Society Member and Clinical Psychologist Dr. Frank J. Corigliano on the first and third Monday of every month for a 45-minute online session exploring participant-driven topics in psychology and science from an ethical perspective. This program is open to everyone, and we welcome you to join us for a thought-provoking discussion! Online. FREE.
7 p.m. B&N: Ben Markovits discusses THE REST OF OUR LIVES with Slate’s Culture Gabfest host Stephen Metcalf Please join us here at Barnes & Noble Upper West Side in welcoming Ben Markovits celebrating the release of THE REST OF OUR LIVES with Stephen Metcalf, a triumphantly life-affirming road trip novel about marriage, middle age, and a man at a crossroads in his life. It was also a finalist for the 2025 Booker Prize. Barnes & Noble, W 82nd St and Broadway. FREE, but a purchase of THE REST OF OUR LIVES from B&N UWS is required to join the signing line.
Tuesday, January 6th
12 p.m. Lunch Hour Performance Juilliard Station, 130 W 66th St. FREE.
3:30 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. Perler Bead Art Create any shape or design you can imagine by using and fusing multicolored Perler beads! Open to children ages 6-12. Space is limited to the first 8 children. St. Agnes Library, Community Program Room, 444 Amsterdam Ave (between W 81st and W 82nd Sts). FREE.
6 p.m. until 6:45 p.m. Electric Burn Get ready to ignite your energy in this heart-pumping dance cardio session! This class is designed to get the entire body moving at its full potential. Let loose and have fun as we move to electro-pop hits from all the decades. NYPL Bloomingdale Library, 150 West 100th St. FREE.
7 p.m. Brad Meltzer discusses and signs THE VIPER with special guest Murr from “Impractical Jokers.” Please join us in welcoming Brad Meltzer, celebrating the release of THE VIPER, with James “Murr” Murray. Barnes & Noble, W 82nd St and Broadway. FREE, but a purchase of THE VIPER from B&N UWS is required to join the signing line. Submit your proof of preorder here to receive a free temporary tattoo. Wear it to the event and you’ll skip the line!
Wednesday, January 7th
10:30 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. Little Learners: Explore NYC, a bilingual Spanish Adventure / Jóvenes Aprendices: Explorando NYC, una aventura bilingüe Join Broadway performer and children’s musician Facundo Agustin on a musical adventure! Each week we’ll “visit” places around New York City to learn about animals, colors, seasons, numbers and so much more. Facundo will bring his guitar and dancing scarves to share songs from across the rich cultures of Latin America. This program is presented in English and Spanish for children from birth to age 3 and their caregivers. Note: Advance registration is required to attend. Registration opens on the Monday before each storytime at 11AM. Sign up online or call us at 212-621-0619. Space is limited to the first 20 households. St. Agnes Library, Community Program Room, 444 Amsterdam Ave (between W 81st and W 82nd St). FREE.
12 p.m. Lunch Hour Performance Juilliard Station, 130 W 66th St. FREE.
3:30 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. Puzzles & Boardgames Join us to hang out, do puzzles, and play board games with other kids. For ages 5-12. First come, first served. St. Agnes Library, Community Program Room, 444 Amsterdam Ave (between W 81st and W 82nd St). FREE.
7 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. Benevolence From theatre creator, performer, and video artist Kevin Matthew Wong comes a charming and intimate storytelling experience that blossoms into a multi-layered Chinese-Canadian tale spanning continents, migrations, and generations. Kevin has always wondered about his roots. Kevin is Hakka (客家)—one of the world’s most widely dispersed communities—he thinks. Out of the blue, Kevin receives a phone call asking him to write a play about Hakka identity. For seniors. In Markham, Ontario, where almost 50% of the population is Chinese. Vulnerable and epic, moving and playful, Benevolence is a powerful exploration of community, hybrid identities, and legacy. Tracing the roots of the Hakka (客家), Kevin Matthew Wong embarks on a journey to untangle these threads within himself. Samuel Rehearsal Studio, Rose Building, 165 W 65th St. Choose-What-You-Pay.
Thursday, January 8th
11 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Creative Writing at the Library We will work on a writing prompt and discuss an aspect of craft. Share your work in a friendly environment and talk about writing. Open to all adults. No experience necessary. Please bring a notebook. St. Agnes Library, 444 Amsterdam Ave (between W 81st and W 82nd St). FREE.
12 p.m. Lunch Hour Performance Juilliard Station, 130 W 66th St. FREE.
4 p.m. until 5 p.m. Teen Lounge It’s hard to find time to just sit and relax! Join us to read, write, create some art, do some homework, or just enjoy a space to hang with friends. Snacks will be provided! For ages 13 to 18 years. St. Agnes Library, Community Program Room, 444 Amsterdam Ave (between W 81st and W 82nd St). FREE.
5:30 p.m. Master Class With Emanuel Ax Featuring ChamberFest ensembles performing selections from: DAVID BAKER Roots II; BRAHMS Piano Quartet No. 1 in G Minor, Op. 25; BRAHMS Piano Trio No. 2 in C Major, Op. 87. Please note, capacity is limited and will be filled first-come, first-served. Morse Hall, The Juilliard School, 155 W. 65th St.
6:30 p.m. Black Panther: Wakanda Forever In conjunction with Douriean Fletcher: Jewelry of the Afrofuture, MAD will present a special screening of Marvel Studios’ Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (2022), directed by Ryan Coogler. The screening will feature an exclusive digital introduction by the artist and jewelry designer Douriean Fletcher, whose boldly sculptural adornments helped shape the visual world of the Black Panther franchise. Fletcher will speak on how she first became involved with the franchise, her studio process, and how adornments contribute to character development in film. Black Panther: Wakanda Forever is rated PG-13. MAD, Jerome and Simona Chazen Building, 2 Columbus Circle. $10 general; FREE for MAD Members.
7 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. Benevolence From theatre creator, performer, and video artist Kevin Matthew Wong comes a charming and intimate storytelling experience that blossoms into a multi-layered Chinese-Canadian tale spanning continents, migrations, and generations. Kevin has always wondered about his roots. Kevin is Hakka (客家)—one of the world’s most widely dispersed communities—he thinks. Out of the blue, Kevin receives a phone call asking him to write a play about Hakka identity. For seniors. In Markham, Ontario, where almost 50% of the population is Chinese. Vulnerable and epic, moving and playful, Benevolence is a powerful exploration of community, hybrid identities, and legacy. Tracing the roots of the Hakka (客家), Kevin Matthew Wong embarks on a journey to untangle these threads within himself. Samuel Rehearsal Studio, Rose Building, 165 W 65th St. Choose-What-You-Pay.
7:30 p.m. Nordic Next: Beth McBride and FRÄNDER Celebrating the visionary, boundary-pushing artistry of the Nordic countries, audiences are invited to transport themselves to the north for a night at Lincoln Center’s Nordic Next. David Rubenstein Atrium, 1887 Broadway. FREE.
Friday, January 9th
8 a.m. until 2 p.m. 97th Street Greenmarket This year-round market features produce from southern New Jersey, Orange County, NY, and the Hudson Valley, as well as eggs, grass-fed meat, fish, cheese, and more. 97th St between Columbus & Amsterdam. FREE.
10 a.m. until 6 p.m. MAD for a Cause: Project Street Beat In conjunction with Designing Motherhood: Things that Make and Break Our Births, MAD is working with community partner Project Street Beat to provide confidential, nonjudgmental health services to all New Yorkers. Look for the Street Beat mobile health bus, wrapped in Keith Haring artwork, around the corner from MAD on Broadway during museum hours on select Fridays. Everyone, regardless of their ability to pay, is welcome to receive care. Project Street Beat is a program of Planned Parenthood of Greater New York. W 58th St and Broadway. FREE.
10:15 a.m.; 11:30 a.m. Cinderella Samba Cinderella Samba takes place in the lush landscape of Brazil, where, with the help of her fairy godmother, Cinderella attends Rio de Janeiro’s biggest Carnaval gala and dances with Prince Paulo. The lively production features an original musical soundtrack by Daryl Kojak, commissioned by the Cottage, that brings samba center-stage. The show features a festive Carnaval float, stunning sets, and one-of-a-kind marionettes donning vibrant celebratory costumes. The Swedish Marionette Cottage, W 79th St & West Drive, inside Central Park. $18 Adult; $12 Child.
11 a.m. Toy and Book Swap! Donate outgrown toys and books and swap them for something new at our upcoming post-holiday swap. Please only bring books or toys in good or like new condition for ages 0-12. St. Agnes Library, Community Program Room, 444 Amsterdam Ave (between W 81st and W 82nd Sts). FREE.
11 a.m. until 12 p.m. Chair Yoga We’re delighted to introduce a new weekly wellness program at the Society: Chair Yoga led by experienced instructor Sara Jane Wellock. Trained in India in 2009, Sara brings a deep, compassionate approach to teaching and a gift for meeting students exactly where they are. Her classes are gentle, accessible, and tailored to the needs and requests of participants. Whether you’re new to yoga or returning to your practice, you are welcome! These sessions offer a calm, welcoming space to reconnect with your body and breath. No equipment is needed—just come as you are, and feel free to bring a friend! New York Society for Ethical Culture, 2 W 64th St. Members $10/class; Non-members $15/class.
1 p.m. until 2 p.m. Closer-Look Tour Join us for a public tour of the current exhibition, An Ecology of Quilts: The Natural History of American Textiles, led by Gallery Guides. Meet in the Museum Atrium. Please email education@folkartmuseum.org to register. American Folk Art Museum, 2 Lincoln Square. FREE.
5:30 p.m. Master Class With Sharon Robinson Featuring ChamberFest ensembles performing selections from: BRITTEN Phantasy Quartet, Op. 2; BEETHOVEN Piano Trio in D Major, Op. 70, No. 1, “Ghost”; BEETHOVEN Piano Trio in B-flat Major, Op. 11. Please note, capacity is limited and will be filled first-come, first-served. Morse Hall, The Juilliard School, 155 W. 65th St.
6 p.m. until 6:45 p.m. Rush Hour Spotlight: Love Songs and Love Stories with Steven Blier A special rush hour event at Juilliard Station celebrates Steven Blier, New York Festival of Song (NYFOS) founder and Grammy Award–winning pianist, writer, and longtime Juilliard faculty member, on the occasion of his new memoir, From Ear to Ear: A Pianist’s Love Affair With Song, with a foreword by the New Yorker’s Adam Gopnik. Juilliard Station, 130 W. 66th St. FREE; RSVP required.
6:30 p.m. until 8 p.m. Artist Talks and Open Studios To celebrate the culmination of a six-month residency in the Museum’s Artist Studios, resident artists Lindsey (Lou) Howard, Eva Tellier, and Jayoung Yoon will each speak about their respective practices. Following the talks, visitors will have the opportunity to meet the artists in their studios and see work created at MAD. Schedule: 6:30–7:15 pm: artist talks in the Theater; 7:15–8 pm: open studios on Floor 6. MAD, Jerome and Simona Chazen Building, 2 Columbus Circle. FREE with registration.
7 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. Benevolence From theatre creator, performer, and video artist Kevin Matthew Wong comes a charming and intimate storytelling experience that blossoms into a multi-layered Chinese-Canadian tale spanning continents, migrations, and generations. Kevin has always wondered about his roots. Kevin is Hakka (客家)—one of the world’s most widely dispersed communities—he thinks. Out of the blue, Kevin receives a phone call asking him to write a play about Hakka identity. For seniors. In Markham, Ontario, where almost 50% of the population is Chinese. Vulnerable and epic, moving and playful, Benevolence is a powerful exploration of community, hybrid identities, and legacy. Tracing the roots of the Hakka (客家), Kevin Matthew Wong embarks on a journey to untangle these threads within himself. Samuel Rehearsal Studio, Rose Building, 165 W 65th St. Choose-What-You-Pay.
7 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. 112th: January Litwit’s Book Club Join us for our third Litwits Book Club meeting! We will be discussing I Who Have Never Known Men by Jacqueline Harpman, a searing and quick read that packs a punch, perfect for starting off the new year strong. Harpman’s post-apocalyptic modern classic is embedded with themes of feminism and intimacy to critique how far people will go to maintain their humanity in the face of devastation. Refreshments and snacks will be available! Register here. Book Culture, 536 W 112th St. FREE.
7:30 p.m. Nordic Next: Eydís Evensen and Josefine Opsahl Celebrating the visionary, boundary-pushing artistry of the Nordic countries, audiences are invited to transport themselves to the north for a night at Lincoln Center’s Nordic Next, featuring the Lincoln Center debuts of Eydís Evensen and Josefine Opsahl. David Rubenstein Atrium, 1887 Broadway. FREE.
7:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. 2026 APAP Showcase with Jody Sperling and Time Lapse Dance Our Artist in Residence choreographer Jody Sperling and her Time Lapse Dance (TLD) ensemble create luminous performances expressing the power, fragility, and startling beauty of nature. In January, Time Lapse Dance will present two preview showcase performances of Shapes of Change, the company’s upcoming 25th Anniversary program, for the 2026 Association of Performing Arts Professionals (APAP) conference. Register here. New York Society for Ethical Culture, Adler Hall, 2 W 64th St. FREE.
Saturday, January 10th
8 a.m. until 4 p.m. Tucker Greenmarket Local farmers sell a wide range of items including: seasonal vegetables, berries, stone fruit, over 80 varieties of apples, farmstead cheeses, fresh seafood, grass fed beef, duck, eggs, baked goods and New York’s only sorghum and maple syrup. West 66th Street and Broadway.
9 a.m. until 2 p.m. Morningside Park’s Down to Earth Farmer’s Market Local farmers sell a wide range of items including: seasonal vegetables, fruits, plants and flowers, baked goods, fresh fish and seafood, beef, poultry, eggs, cheese, yogurt, honey, pickles and pantry staples such as cornmeal polenta, wheat flour, roasted nuts, and dried pasta. Corner of 110th St. & Manhattan Ave.
11 a.m. until 12 p.m. Syncopated Stages Exhibition Gallery Tour Join us at the Library for the Performing Arts for a free, guided tour of our new exhibition on Black musical theater history, Syncopated Stages: Black Disruptions to the Great White Way! This staff-led tour highlights the contributions of Black artists, shows, and theaters in the musical theater field, from pioneering artists of the 19th century to the great culture shapers and innovators of today. New York Public Library for the Performing Arts. FREE.
11 a.m. Brittney Koop reads No Full Moon at our Saturday Storytime Please join us for our Saturday Storytime, led by author Brittney Koop reading NO FULL MOON. Two sisters anxiously wait to say goodbye to their mom at the Front door wishing her a wonderful night. “No full moon!” They would yell as they kissed their mom on both cheeks and gave her air kisses. When there was a full moon their mom would encounter many adventures with creatures she thought never existed. Barnes & Noble, W 82nd St and Broadway. FREE.
11 a.m.; 1 p.m. Cinderella Samba Cinderella Samba takes place in the lush landscape of Brazil, where, with the help of her fairy godmother, Cinderella attends Rio de Janeiro’s biggest Carnaval gala and dances with Prince Paulo. The lively production features an original musical soundtrack by Daryl Kojak, commissioned by the Cottage, that brings samba center-stage. The show features a festive Carnaval float, stunning sets, and one-of-a-kind marionettes donning vibrant celebratory costumes. The Swedish Marionette Cottage, W 79th St & West Drive, inside Central Park. $18 Adult; $12 Child.
12 p.m. until 4 p.m. Book Sale Check out our amazing book sale. Great prices and selection! All materials are donations from friends and neighbors of the library. Cash only. St. Agnes Library, 444 Amsterdam Ave (between W 81st and W 82nd Sts). FREE.
1 p.m. until 2 p.m. Closer-Look Tour Join us for a public tour of the current exhibition, An Ecology of Quilts: The Natural History of American Textiles, led by Gallery Guides. Meet in the Museum Atrium. Please email education@folkartmuseum.org to register. American Folk Art Museum, 2 Lincoln Square. FREE.
2 p.m. until 4 p.m. Saturday Afternoon Movie: When Harry Met Sally (1989) Join us for a Saturday Afternoon Movie at the St. Agnes Library! This month our theme is Love Stories Part II, featuring classic and contemporary romantic films! Featured film: When Harry Met Sally (Rob Reiner, 1989) Janurary 10, 2pm Harry and Sally meet when they share a car on a road trip. As the two build their lives and careers in Manhattan, they find love and heartache – with other people – but their paths continue to cross and their friendship continues to grow. (Rated R, 96 mins). St. Agnes Library, 444 Amsterdam Ave (between W 81st and W 82nd St). FREE.
2 p.m. until 4 p.m. One-on-One Computer Help with Digital Grandparents Get in person help with computers, the internet, expand your knowledge, or get help with a specific task or question. We’re here to help! No Registration Required, 18+. St. Agnes Library, 444 Amsterdam Ave (between W 81st and W 82nd St). FREE.
2 p.m. until 5 p.m. Family Music Showcase by Mayers Consulting Prepare to be dazzled by this award-winning, eclectic group of artists as they perform mini-concerts for audiences of all ages. Mayers Consulting, run by visionary industry veteran Stephanie Mayers, is at the forefront of family programming, providing access to award-winning artists who have been carefully curated for today’s family audiences. Enjoy these featured musicians who will each perform mini-concerts to spotlight their exceptional and lively work. David Rubenstein Atrium, 1887 Broadway. FREE.
3:30 p.m. until 5 p.m. Benevolence From theatre creator, performer, and video artist Kevin Matthew Wong comes a charming and intimate storytelling experience that blossoms into a multi-layered Chinese-Canadian tale spanning continents, migrations, and generations. Kevin has always wondered about his roots. Kevin is Hakka (客家)—one of the world’s most widely dispersed communities—he thinks. Out of the blue, Kevin receives a phone call asking him to write a play about Hakka identity. For seniors. In Markham, Ontario, where almost 50% of the population is Chinese. Vulnerable and epic, moving and playful, Benevolence is a powerful exploration of community, hybrid identities, and legacy. Tracing the roots of the Hakka (客家), Kevin Matthew Wong embarks on a journey to untangle these threads within himself. Samuel Rehearsal Studio, Rose Building, 165 W 65th St. Choose-What-You-Pay.
5 p.m. until 6 p.m. 2026 APAP Showcase with Jody Sperling and Time Lapse Dance Our Artist in Residence choreographer Jody Sperling and her Time Lapse Dance (TLD) ensemble create luminous performances expressing the power, fragility, and startling beauty of nature. In January, Time Lapse Dance will present two preview showcase performances of Shapes of Change, the company’s upcoming 25th Anniversary program, for the 2026 Association of Performing Arts Professionals (APAP) conference. Register here. New York Society for Ethical Culture, Adler Hall, 2 W 64th St. FREE.
Sunday, January 11th
8 a.m. until 4 p.m. Columbia Greenmarket Shoppers will find milk and yogurt, fruit and cider, baked goods, preserved fruits and vegetables, eggs, cheese, smoked meats, pickled vegetables, maple syrup, honey, fish, and focaccia topped with locally sourced fruit vegetables, herbs and cheeses, a lunch time favorite. Located in front of the gates of Columbia University; Broadway between 114th and 116th Streets.
9 a.m. until 4 p.m. 77th/79th Street Greenmarket Located on beautiful, tree-lined Columbus Avenue, this year-round market stretches from 77th St. each Sunday. Just behind the American Museum of Natural History, shoppers will find grass-fed beef, goat cheese, fresh flowers, eggs, honey, baked goods, apple cider, and a large variety of fruit and vegetables. Columbus Ave between 77th St and 81st St (farmers selling at both ends of the construction wall).
10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Grand Bazaar: Wellness & Beauty Pop-Up Today, Grand Bazaar NYC is the oldest, largest, and most diverse curated weekly market in New York City. It’s purpose-driven providing much-needed affordable retail space to local independent artists, designers, craft-makers, vintage and antique dealers, and artisanal food entrepreneurs, while passing on 100% of its profits to four local public schools, benefitting over 2,000 children. 100 West 77th Street (Columbus & Amsterdam).
11 a.m.; 1 p.m. Cinderella Samba Cinderella Samba takes place in the lush landscape of Brazil, where, with the help of her fairy godmother, Cinderella attends Rio de Janeiro’s biggest Carnaval gala and dances with Prince Paulo. The lively production features an original musical soundtrack by Daryl Kojak, commissioned by the Cottage, that brings samba center-stage. The show features a festive Carnaval float, stunning sets, and one-of-a-kind marionettes donning vibrant celebratory costumes. The Swedish Marionette Cottage, W 79th St & West Drive, inside Central Park. $18 Adult; $12 Child.
11 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Sunday Platform: ‘Equality is more than an idealistic notion – it is a scientific fact’ with Richard Koral Community lunch follows, free for first-time guests! Online and in person: New York Society for Ethical Culture, 2 W 64th St. FREE.
11:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Sunday Story Time: The Secret Subway The New York Historical’s annual Holiday Express exhibition is open and chugging along! Have you ever ridden the subway? Today we’ll read The Secret Subway, written by Shana Corey and filled with whimsical illustrations by the Red Nose Studio. This book tells the true story of the first New York City subway, invented by Alfred Ely Beach in 1870! Make your own subway craft after the read-aloud! Ages: 3–6 years. Lower level at The New York Historical, 170 Central Park West (at W 77th St). FREE with Museum admission.
1 p.m. until 2 p.m. Closer-Look Tour Join us for a public tour of the current exhibition, An Ecology of Quilts: The Natural History of American Textiles, led by Gallery Guides. Meet in the Museum Atrium. Please email education@folkartmuseum.org to register. American Folk Art Museum, 2 Lincoln Square. FREE.
2 p.m. Robert Mann String Quartet Institute Final Concert Nicholas Mann, Director. Greenfield Hall, Manhattan School of Music, 130 Claremont Ave. FREE.
6 p.m. Master Class With Jaime Laredo Featuring ChamberFest ensembles performing selections from: SCHUMANN Piano Quartet in E-flat Major, Op. 47; SCHOENFELD Café Music; MOZART Piano Quartet No. 1 in G Minor, K. 478. Please note, capacity is limited and will be filled first-come, first-served. Morse Hall, The Juilliard School, 155 W. 65th St. FREE.
7 p.m. globalFEST The cultural catalysts at globalFEST have been promoting the world’s greatest musical traditions for over 20 years. This annual festival features an eclectic array of musical discoveries from today’s hottest international sounds to styles born and bred in the U.S. The New York Times calls the festival, “a joyful and often raucous celebration of diversity and culture.” The blockbuster, ten-sets-in-one-night evening returns to David Geffen Hall for their annual full-theater takeover at Lincoln Center, populating all the floors of the building with soul-stirring performers from across the planet and around the corner. Lincoln Center. Choose-What-You-Want.
7:30 p.m. Pastoral Renowned choreographer Pam Tanowitz returns to Lincoln Center with Pastoral, an evocative evening-length dance performance in collaboration with composer Caroline Shaw and painter Sarah Crowner. Tanowitz set a dance to Beethoven’s beloved “Pastoral” symphony, then replaced it with a new score by Shaw that pays homage to, and transforms, the Beethoven work. Crowner’s awe-inspiring, abstract stage designs are as moving and lyrical as the choreography in this dazzling and critically acclaimed performance—a palimpsest of artistic layers, with Beethoven’s evocation of the natural world as a guiding spirit. Rose Theater, Jazz at Lincoln Center, Broadway at West 60th Street, 5th Floor. Choose-What-You-Pay.