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.
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).
11 a.m. until 7 p.m. The Columbus Circle Holiday Market Internationally known as one of the most elegant and beautiful places for holiday shopping with beautiful views of Central Park, visitors can expect to peruse through glittering aisles of art, jewelry, home goods and delicious eats from local artisans and designers. Fridays and Saturdays open late until 8:00 PM. Closed Christmas Day. Open until 4pm on 12/31. Columbus Circle.
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. 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, December 15th
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.
2:30 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.
3:30 p.m. Holiday Perler Beads Get festive with seasonal Perler bead crafts! Open to children ages 6-12. Space is limited to the first 8 children. St. Agnes Library, Community Program Room. FREE.
6 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. Winter Market and Hanukkah Candle Lighting Join us for a festive scavenger hunt & some warm drinks in the Columbus Circle Winter Market, and then back at Base UWS we join together to light the menorah for the second night of Hannukkah. We’ll be at the market from 6-7, walking back to Base from 7-7:15, and then at Base 7:15-7:30ish lighting the menorah together. The Maine Monument in Columbus Circle.
7:30 p.m. MSM SWANA: Echos of Heritage Helia Saraidarian (PPD ’27), Director. South West Asian North Africa, or SWANA, presents a concert celebrating the rich musical traditions of Iran, Egypt, Palestine, Armenia, Syria, and Turkey. Greenfield Hall, Manhattan School of Music, 130 Claremont Ave. FREE.
Tuesday, December 16th
5:30 p.m. Rush Hour Performance Juilliard Station, 130 W. 66th St. FREE.
6 p.m. until 6:45 p.m. Electro Holiday Dance Party Come enjoy your favorite Christmas tunes with an energetic electro-pop twist! Instructor: Angela Czajkowski. NYPL- Bloomingdale Library, 150 West 100th St. FREE.
7 p.m. until 10 p.m. 3GNY Annual Hanukkah Happy Hour Join us for an evening of light, laughter, and community at our annual Hanukkah Happy Hour. Whether you’re a long-time member or new to 3GNY, this is the perfect chance to meet fellow 3Gs and friends, share stories, and celebrate our Jewish heritage together. Enjoy festive drinks, lively conversation, and the warmth of our 3G community. The Gin Mill, 442 Amsterdam Ave. $25 (includes one top-shelf drink).
7:30 p.m. Special Student Project: 20th and 21st Century Chamber Concertos: A Centennial Perspective Ades Performance Space, Manhattan School of Music, 130 Claremont Ave. FREE; tickets required.
Wednesday, December 17th
12 p.m. until 1 p.m. Creating Non-Fiction Comics Join us for a virtual discussion about creating non-fiction comics with comic creators Julio Anta and Yasmín Flores Montañez – including the debut of a brand new comic about Puerto Rican revolutionaries, America’s Last Colony, and their award-winning graphic novel, Sí, Se Puede! Online. FREE; registration required.
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.
1 p.m. until 2 p.m. Jazz + Wednesdays Join us in the galleries while jazz guitarist Bill Wurtzel and guests play standards from the American Songbook. American Folk Art Museum 2 Lincoln Square. FREE.
5:30 p.m. Rush Hour Performance Juilliard Station, 130 W. 66th St. FREE.
7:30 p.m. until 11 p.m. Comedy Chanukah Chagigah Join us for a communal candle lighting followed by a comedy evening and celebration! Welcome to the Chanukah Chagigah Comedy Evening! Get ready for a night filled with laughter, joy, and celebration at the Manhattan Jewish Experience. Join us for a hilarious evening of stand-up comedy, skits, and entertainment to brighten your Chanukah season. This in-person event promises to bring together the community for a memorable night of fun and laughter. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to celebrate the Festival of Lights in a new and exciting way! Manhattan Jewish Experience, 131 W 86th St, 10th fl. $23.
Thursday, December 18th
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.
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.
1 p.m. until 2 p.m. Alignment Yoga This yoga session is designed to help you better understand how the body works by focusing on improving balance, strength, and flexibility. Class starts seated in a chair to better isolate each muscle group, followed by bringing your practice onto the mat (or staying seated, if you wish!). Join this class and rediscover fun facts about each body part that makes up the whole of who you are. Experience isn’t necessary, and all levels are welcome- join in with an open heart and open mind. New York Public Library – Morningside Heights Branch, 2900 Broadway. FREE.
2 p.m. until 3:30 p.m. Forest Bathing We invite you to join us in reconnecting with nature by participating in a guided Forest Bathing experience. Allow yourself to connect with the park in a way you never have before. The program includes a short, no more than a half-mile walk at a slow pace. Wear comfortable clothing and bring water, snacks, and a towel or cushion for sitting on the ground. Register here. 102nd Street Field House in Riverside Park. FREE.
5:30 p.m. Rush Hour Performance Juilliard Station, 130 W. 66th St. FREE.
6:30 p.m. Black Panther In conjunction with Douriean Fletcher: Jewelry of the Afrofuture, MAD will present a special screening of Marvel Studios’ Black Panther (2018), 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 is rated PG-13. Jerome and Simona Chazen Building, 2 Columbus Circle. $10 general; FREE MAD members.
7:30 p.m. until 9 p.m. Spotlight: The New York Nutcracker Spotlight: A Night at the Atrium showcases burlesque at its finest. Empowered, illustrious, and fierce. Set in an NYC apartment on Christmas Eve, The New York Nutcracker is a parody of the beloved classic holiday ballet, using burlesque, shadow puppetry, comedy, and dance that is sure to make you laugh and fill you with the holiday spirit. Prepare to be dazzled by Pearls Daily, one of NYC’s most in-demand showgirls, dubbed “the It Girl of Burlesque,” New York City’s leading puppetry theater Foreshadow, choreography by Peekaboo Pointe, and a cornucopia of the most exciting and creative burlesque artists working today! *Please note: This performance contains partial nudity and other adult themes. Audience discretion is advised; this show is intended for ages 18+. Alice Tully Hall, Lincoln Center, 1941 Broadway. FREE.
11 p.m. Dizzy’s Club Late Night Sessions Featuring: Spilata. Frederick P. Rose Hall, Broadway at 60th St. $15 walkups only. 1 drink minimum per person. (Cover waived for 9pm Dizzy’s Club set attendees and Mainstage attendees. Drink minimum waved for student ticket holders.)
Friday, December 19th
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.
12 p.m. Historical Performance Chamber Music | Rameau and Friends Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 3 W 65th St. FREE.
12 p.m.; 4 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.
3:30 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. Little New-Yorkers: All of a Kind Family Hanukkah This week we are celebrating Hanukkah with a special visit and read-aloud from PJ Library. Based on Sydney Taylor’s classic All-of-a-Kind Family books, in today’s story, All-of-a-Kind Family Hanukkah, written by Emily Jenkins and illustrated by Paul O. Zelinsky, we’ll find five sisters preparing for the first night of Hanukkah! They make latkes, recite blessings, and light the menorah. After the read-aloud, make your own Hanukkah helper candle craft! Lower level at The New York Historical, 170 Central Park West (at W 77th St). FREE with museum admission.
4 p.m. until 5:30 p.m. Ireland…Once Upon a Time with Kitty Sullivan Harp! Stories! Songs! Join us for Kitty Sullivan’s solo show Ireland, Once Upon a Time. This program features traditional Irish music and spoken-word Gaelic poetry, telling the story of Ireland, its history and mythology, from St. Patrick to James Joyce. St. Agnes Library. FREE.
5:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. Free Music Fridays! Spend your Friday evenings with us this fall! The New York Historical is celebrating our thrilling lineup of exhibitions with live music on our 1st floor. In honor of our exhibition The Gay Harlem Renaissance, experience classic jazz from the 1920s and ’30s with the Alphonso Horne Trio, presented in collaboration with our friends at Jazz at Lincoln Center.. 1st floor, Robert H. and Clarice Smith New York Gallery of American History, The New York Historical, 170 Central Park West. Pay-as-You-Wish.
6 p.m. Rush Hour Performance Juilliard Station, 130 W. 66th St. FREE.
7 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. Cross-Cultural Jazz: Daniel Garbin Group Drawing on jazz, Indian classical, Latin, and Eastern European music, by mathematician and college professor Daniel Garbin and his group. New York Society for Ethical Culture, 2 W 64th St. $20.
7:30 p.m. until 9 p.m. A Murray Little Christmas: 25th Anniversary Cue the snow machine and strike up the band: the King of Christmas is coming uptown! Star of HBO’s Somebody Somewhere, host of the historic King of Drag, and NYC’s “hardest-working middle-aged man in showbiz,” Murray Hill celebrates 25 years of his beloved winter variety show with a Lincoln Center extravaganza. A Murray Little Christmas is and has always been a haven for all: queer folks, chosen families, tourists, outcasts, seniors, lonely hearts, show people, and anyone who needs a holiday pick-me-up. What began as a downtown romp has grown into an annual tradition of epic camp, comedy, and community, drawing a quarter-century of sold-out crowds and rave reviews. Attendees are invited to dress for the occasion, so come in your ugly Santa sweaters, cocktail chic, festive furry suits, or reindeer runway outfits. This year, Hill pulls out all the stops with a 10-piece band, his favorite performers, a choir (or two), celebrity cameos, showbiz razzle-dazzle, and holiday cheer! Alice Tully Hall, 1941 Broadway. Choose-What-You-Pay.
11 p.m. Dizzy’s Club Late Night Sessions Featuring: Spilata. Frederick P. Rose Hall, Broadway at 60th St. $15 walkups only. 1 drink minimum per person. (Cover waived for 9pm Dizzy’s Club set attendees and Mainstage attendees. Drink minimum waved for student ticket holders.)
Saturday, December 20th
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.
12 p.m. until 2 p.m. Living History: Harlem Renaissance During the Holidays Join us as we learn about how Harlemites celebrated the holidays during the 1920s. From rent parties to literary readings to Gospel concerts, explore with us what an exciting time the holidays were in Harlem. Enjoy a snack that you would have come across at a Harlem rent party in 1920’s Harlem. After interacting with historical interpreters and learning about the holidays during the Harlem Renaissance, go up to the 2nd floor and explore The Gay Harlem Renaissance exhibition. Please note that this is not an actual rent party, but an educational family program exploring rent parties. Lower level at The New York Historical, 170 Central Park West (at W 77th St). FREE with museum admission.
2 p.m. until 4 p.m. Saturday Afternoon Movie: (500) Days of Summer (2009) Join us for a Saturday Afternoon Movie at the St. Agnes Library! This month our theme is Love Stories Part I, featuring classic and contemporary romantic films! Featured film: (500) Days of Summer (Marc Webb, 2009). Greeting-card copywriter Tom falls head over heels for his coworker Summer in this romantic comedy. Tom thinks that he’s finally found his soul mate, but Summer claims not to believe in true love and is only interested in having some fun with Tom. The film moves forward and backward through various incidents in Tom and Summer’s 500-day love affair. (Rated PG-13, 95 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+. Computer Lab (3rd Floor), St. Agnes Library. FREE.
4:30 p.m. MAP Wind Ensemble, String Ensemble, and Orchestra Conducted by Jonathan Villegas and Catherine Birke Catherine Birke and Jonathan Villegas, Conductors. Wind ensemble; string ensemble, MAP orchestra. Peter Jay Sharp Theater, The Juilliard School, 155 W. 65th St. FREE; tickets required.
7:30 p.m. until 9 p.m. A Murray Little Christmas: 25th Anniversary Cue the snow machine and strike up the band: the King of Christmas is coming uptown! Star of HBO’s Somebody Somewhere, host of the historic King of Drag, and NYC’s “hardest-working middle-aged man in showbiz,” Murray Hill celebrates 25 years of his beloved winter variety show with a Lincoln Center extravaganza. A Murray Little Christmas is and has always been a haven for all: queer folks, chosen families, tourists, outcasts, seniors, lonely hearts, show people, and anyone who needs a holiday pick-me-up. What began as a downtown romp has grown into an annual tradition of epic camp, comedy, and community, drawing a quarter-century of sold-out crowds and rave reviews. Attendees are invited to dress for the occasion, so come in your ugly Santa sweaters, cocktail chic, festive furry suits, or reindeer runway outfits. This year, Hill pulls out all the stops with a 10-piece band, his favorite performers, a choir (or two), celebrity cameos, showbiz razzle-dazzle, and holiday cheer! Alice Tully Hall, 1941 Broadway. Choose-What-You-Pay.
8 p.m. Pre-College Symphony Conducted by Daniela Candillari Daniela Candillari, Conductor; Matthew Ho, Cello. SHOSTAKOVICH Festive Overture; DVOŘÁK Cello Concerto; Jessie MONTGOMERY Records of a Vanishing City; COPLAND Rodeo: Four Dance Episodes. Peter Jay Sharp Theater, The Juilliard School, 155 W. 65th St. FREE; tickets required.
11 p.m. Dizzy’s Club Late Night Sessions Featuring: Spilata. Frederick P. Rose Hall, Broadway at 60th St. $15 walkups only. 1 drink minimum per person. (Cover waived for 9pm Dizzy’s Club set attendees and Mainstage attendees. Drink minimum waved for student ticket holders.)
Sunday, December 21st
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: Holiday 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. until 12:15 p.m. Sunday Platform: Intergenerational Winter Solstice Gathering All ages are warmly welcome. Come gift your presence, share the light, and celebrate the season together. The event will be followed by community lunch, hot chocolate, and peace play on the rooftop. Online or in person: New York Society for Ethical Culture, 2 W 64th St. FREE.
1 p.m. until 2:30 p.m. Birding: Winter Waterfowl Our Urban Park Rangers will guide you to the best viewing spots in New York City to see winter waterfowl. Birding programs are an all-inclusive safe space and appropriate for all skill levels and beginners are welcome. Join the Urban Park Rangers and learn to identify migrating waterfowl that overwinter at the Jackie Kennedy Onassis Reservoir. Bring binoculars if you have them! Entrance – East 90th St and Fifth Ave in Central Park. FREE.
3:30 p.m. until 4:45 p.m. Jumping Off the Roof Actress, writer, singer Elana Polin explores the iconic seven member family from Fiddler on the Roof, this time with an alternate take on Tzeitel’s and Motel’s lives in the New World. Raising awareness for food insecurity across NYC in cooperation with WSCAH. Triad Theater 158 W 72nd St, 2nd floor. $25 plus $4 fee.