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11/05/2024

The Museum of Arts and Design presents Craft Front & Center: Conversation Pieces. The exhibition draws from MAD’s permanent collection and includes more than sixty historic, recently acquired, and commissioned works in a range of artistic media; most prominently, the central craft materials of ceramic, glass, and fiber.

To learn more go to:

https://madmuseum.org/exhibition/craft-front-center-1

11/04/2024

On Sundays through December 22nd, Prospect Park hosts the Sunday Greenmarket at Bartel-Pritchard Square. Stock up on locally grown staples. The offerings range from a selection of vegetables, fruits, baked goods, plants and flowers to fresh-caught fish and organic baked goods

To learn more go to:

https://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2024/09/01/sunday-greenmarket-at-bartelpritchard-square

11/01/2024

Through January 19th, the Queens Museum presents Catalina Schliebener Munoz: Buenos Vecinos. In Buenos Vecinos, which translates to “good neighbors,” Catalina Schliebener Muñoz confronts the impact of two Walt Disney animated films: Saludos Amigos (1942) and Los Tres Caballeros (1944). Disney and his team of artists toured Argentina, Brazil, Bolivia, Chile, Peru, and Mexico to generate visual motifs and storylines for recognizable characters like Donald Duck and Goofy, as well to create new characters, songs, and dances based on local customs and archetypes.

To learn more go to:

https://queensmuseum.org/exhibition/catalina-schliebener-munoz-buenos-vecinos/

10/31/2024

The Allee at Snug Harbor is the most popular selfie spot! Such structures are commonly found in landscape designs of grand European gardens, such as those at Versailles. The Allée creates a different perspective for visitors walking between gardens. Instead of merely walking across a field, the enclosed area creates a different perception of space and a sense of anticipation. Take a lovely stroll and don’t forget your cam

To learn more go to:

https://snug-harbor.org/botanical-garden/allee/era.

10/30/2024

Through November 30th, the New York Botanical Garden presents Disney Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail. Join Jack Skellington, Sally, and Zero on a walk of wonders, as your favorite characters, scenes, and songs from the immortal film come to life amongst the leaves of New York’s most treasured garden. You’ll marvel at this first-ever spectacle that illuminates the art of the classic film against a backdrop of botanical beauty—a must-see New York event for anyone who loves all things seasonal, festive, and fun.

To learn more and get tickets, go to:

https://www.nybg.org/event/fall-o-ween/disney-tim-burtons-the-nightmare-before-christmas-light-trail

10/29/2024

Through January 5, 2025, the American Museum of Natural History presents Ice Cold: Hip-Hop Jewelry. The exhibit celebrates hip-hop’s cultural influence through stunning jewelry worn by some of its iconic stars. Highlights include Slick Rick’s gem-encrusted crown, the Notorious B.I.G.’s legendary gold ‘Jesus piece,’ the diamond-studded Roc-A-Fella medallion for the record label co-founded by Jay-Z, Nicki Minaj’s sparkling ‘Barbie’ pendant, and pieces from Erykah Badu, A$AP Rocky, Joey Bada$$, FERG, and Tyler, the Creator, among others.

To learn more, go to:

https://www.amnh.org/exhibitions/ice-cold-hip-hop-jewelry

10/28/2024

On Thursdays through Sundays, the Kings County Distillery offers a Distillery Tour and a Top Shelf Distillery Tour. Find out how Kings County Distillery became the oldest whiskey distillery in New York City since prohibition! Learn about their process from milling, mashing, fermenting, and distilling then enter the barrel room for a tasting of some of their core products.

To learn more about go to:

https://www.kingscountydistillery.com/tours

10/25/2024

Paddles 360 invites you to play ping pong with access to good food, great drinks, and upbeat music. Gather friends and family and have your own tournament. Paddles 360 is located on the upper floor at Bowl 360 Astoria.

To learn more, go to:

https://paddles360.com/

10/24/2024

Historic Richmond Town presents Made on Made on Staten Island: Agriculture, Industry and Suburban Living in the City 1800-1984 traces Staten Island’s evolution from its agricultural and maritime past, through the development of various industries, to modern suburbanization. The exhibit displays a wide variety of objects crafted and produced on the island from the 18th to 20th centuries, along with tools and other artifacts.

To learn more, go to:

https://www.historicrichmondtown.org/new-page-76

10/23/2024

From September 8th through winter 2025, the Bronx Museum presents FUTURA 2000: Breaking Out. The exhibition is the most comprehensive examination of FUTURA 2000’s five-decade career ever presented in his hometown of New York City. Breaking Out showcases his sculptures, drawings, prints, studies, collaborations, and archival paraphernalia dating from the 1970s to the present, as well as new site-specific temporary installations.

To learn more, go to:

https://bronxmuseum.org/exhibition/futura-2000/

10/22/2024

Admission to the Whitney is now free on Friday evenings from 5–10 pm. Enjoy free admission, music, and special programming. Though admission is free, tickets are required and capacity is limited. Advance tickets are recommended.

To learn more, go to:

https://whitney.org/visit/free-friday-nights

10/21/2024

The last Monday night every month in Industry City comes alive with over 50 vendors serving up a culinary experience unlike any other. Against the backdrop of a sunset between two iconic city blocks, this foodie mecca draws in over 6,000 guests per event. It’s more than just a food festival: it’s a cultural phenomenon that celebrates the flavors, cultures, and community spirit of Brooklyn. This is a FREE event.

To learn more go to:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/brooklyn-night-market-tickets-807404477527

10/18/2024

The Queens Zoo invites you to their farm. Goats have great personalities! Come and get to know them along with the other gentle animals including sheep, donkeys, cows, and alpacas. Enjoy a day out on the farm in the heart of Queens.

To learn more go to:

https://queenszoo.com/things-to-do/exhibits/domestic-animals

10/17/2024

Through October 31st, Empire Outlets invites you to the EO Backyard Games. Play Tic Tac Toe, Co****le, Connect Four, and enjoy the view in Adirondack chairs! This is a FREE event.

To learn more go to:

https://www.empireoutlets.nyc/events/eo-backyard-games/

10/16/2024

Every Saturday through November 23rd, the White Plains Road Farmers Market brings farm fresh food straight to your table in Williamsbridge, Bronx! Join us at the farmers market to discover more about local produce, artisans, and sustainable practices for a lively community experience.

To learn more go to:

https://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2024/09/28/white-plains-road-farmers-market

10/09/2024

Through October, the Bronx Zoo invites you to explore Budgie Landing. Enjoy up-close interactions with boisterous and colorful birds. Hang on to your complimentary seed stick - the budgies will fly freely around the habitat, and may choose to come to you for a little snack.

To learn more, go to:

https://bronxzoo.com/things-to-do/experiences/budgie-landing

10/07/2024

This free NYC service shows off a different side of the City while making lasting connections between visitors and volunteers.

10/01/2024

The Museum of the City of New York presents Raise Your Voice. The exhibit is an immersive installation by Brooklyn-based artist Amanda Phingbodhipakkiya which mixes the selections from the public art campaign “We Are More,” depicting the resiliency of New York’s Asian American and Pacific Islander community, with original artwork from Yuri Kochiyama and Malcolm X. Installed adjacent to the ongoing exhibition activist New York,Raise Your Voice poses a series of questions and invites audiences to engage their own powers of advocacy and activism

To learn more, go to

https://www.mcny.org/exhibition/raise-your-voice?mc_cid=92affc5479&mc_eid=27cf91a7bd

09/30/2024

The last Monday night every month in Industry City comes alive with over 50 vendors serving up a culinary experience unlike any other. Against the backdrop of a sunset between two iconic city blocks, this foodie mecca draws in over 6,000 guests per event. It’s more than just a food festival: it’s a cultural phenomenon that celebrates the flavors, cultures, and community spirit of Brooklyn. This is a FREE event.

To learn more, visit

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/brooklyn-night-market-tickets-807404477527

09/27/2024