http://whidc.org/festival/
October 4th, 2015.
The Medieval Festival brings to life the customs and spirit of the Middle Ages. Manhattan's Fort Tryon Park is transformed into a medieval market town decorated with bright banners and processional flags. Performers, guests and festival goers dress in medieval costume.
Visitors are greeted by authentic medieval music, dance, magic, and minstrels, as well as jugglers and jesters. The afternoon is concluded with a thrilling joust between four knights on horseback. Costumed vendors will be on hand to demonstrate and sell a wide variety of medieval crafts as well as food and drink.
The festival is free -- there are no charges for admission or entertainment. Donations at our wishing wells are welcome, however!
Wednesday, September 30, 2015
Tuesday, September 29, 2015
October 2nd is World Smile Day and Corner Bakery Cafe is celebrating in a big way with FREE smiley mugs and National Coffee day freebies today
Get your smile on! October 2nd is World Smile Day and Corner Bakery Cafe is celebrating in a big way with FREE smiley mugs and 25-cent coffee refills for a year.
Corner Bakery Cafe
Get Your Smile On October 2nd World Smile Day is a day devoted to Big Smiles and random acts of kindness. To celebrate, Corner Bakery Cafe is giving the first 100 guests in line a free smile mug and 25-cent coffee refills for a year!
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Don't Forget! Snap a Selfie with our smile mug and share it with the world using #SmileAtTheCorner
Westbury
737 Merrick Ave.
Westbury, NY 11590
P: 516.506.7506 Your Corner Bakery Cafe
National coffee day freebies (at participating locations):
dunkin’ donuts: free hot or iced dark roast coffee >>
krispy kreme: free original glazed doughnut and a free coffee >>
eataly, jacques torres, and more >>
Saturday, September 26, 2015
Saturday 20 pm swing music with Cait and the Critters!
https://www.facebook.com/events/924608750946005/
At Doma, 27 Morton St.
Great swing band and great food!
At Doma, 27 Morton St.
Great swing band and great food!
Friday, September 25, 2015
Met Fridays!!!
MetFridays Gallery Event—Face Time: Portraits and Personalities Sargent, Group with Parasols (Siesta)
Friday, September 25, 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Put your best face on and step into Victorian America as you join us for an evening of live music, an exploration of the art of fragrance and grooming, dramatic readings, a mixology demonstration, and other interactive experiences in the galleries.
MetFridays Face Time: Portraits and Personalities is in honor of Marvin Schwartz and is made possible by the Jerome Levy Foundation.
Wednesday, September 23, 2015
Under One Sky
Dear friends in NYC,
Zero poverty.
Zero hunger.
Zero deforestation.
100% Clean Energy.
These are the types of crazy-ambitious Global Goals Pope Francis and world leaders are announcing in New York this week as the path for our planet through 2030.
But these goals will only ever be words on paper if they don’t land with the power of the world’s people behind them.
That’s why countless people are coming together at thousands of “Under One Sky” events around the world to celebrate the Global Goals this Thursday, on the eve of this historic summit.
Here in NYC, thousands will gather at the footsteps of the UN at sunset to demand leaders Light the Way for a world that’s radically different from the one we’ve got today!
Come along to the amazing Under One Sky event at 6:00pm this Thursday at Dag Hammarskjold Plaza in Manhattan. If you’re on facebook, you can RSVP to the event here: https://www.facebook.com/events/1721702361398249/
The Global Goals are the follow-up to the Sustainable Development Goals, which oversaw huge strides in things like slashing the number of people in extreme poverty globally, putting more girls in school, and nailing the target for increasing access to clean drinking water. But success was mixed, with some goals lagging behind, and much of it went unfunded until people spoke up for government action.
These goals are even more ambitious. If they sound too good to be true, there’s a risk they are -- some leaders are banking on them coming off as “aspirational” (as in, you know, things they won’t actually do anything about). That’s why we need to show up for them -- starting this Thursday. The people who work on these issues need to know we’re with them.
From Sydney to New York, people are coming out for this global day of action to show their leaders that people power is behind this key stepping stone for a better world. Join the crowd in NYC at Dag Hammarskjold Plaza and Light the Way. RSVP on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/events/1721702361398249/
Momentum is ramping up for us to finally get a grip on climate change. With luminaries like Pope Francis taking on the denial machine lobby and big oil, we could add a bolt of lightning to supercharge excitement as we enter the final months before Paris.
With hope,
Zero poverty.
Zero hunger.
Zero deforestation.
100% Clean Energy.
These are the types of crazy-ambitious Global Goals Pope Francis and world leaders are announcing in New York this week as the path for our planet through 2030.
But these goals will only ever be words on paper if they don’t land with the power of the world’s people behind them.
That’s why countless people are coming together at thousands of “Under One Sky” events around the world to celebrate the Global Goals this Thursday, on the eve of this historic summit.
Here in NYC, thousands will gather at the footsteps of the UN at sunset to demand leaders Light the Way for a world that’s radically different from the one we’ve got today!
Come along to the amazing Under One Sky event at 6:00pm this Thursday at Dag Hammarskjold Plaza in Manhattan. If you’re on facebook, you can RSVP to the event here: https://www.facebook.com/events/1721702361398249/
The Global Goals are the follow-up to the Sustainable Development Goals, which oversaw huge strides in things like slashing the number of people in extreme poverty globally, putting more girls in school, and nailing the target for increasing access to clean drinking water. But success was mixed, with some goals lagging behind, and much of it went unfunded until people spoke up for government action.
These goals are even more ambitious. If they sound too good to be true, there’s a risk they are -- some leaders are banking on them coming off as “aspirational” (as in, you know, things they won’t actually do anything about). That’s why we need to show up for them -- starting this Thursday. The people who work on these issues need to know we’re with them.
From Sydney to New York, people are coming out for this global day of action to show their leaders that people power is behind this key stepping stone for a better world. Join the crowd in NYC at Dag Hammarskjold Plaza and Light the Way. RSVP on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/events/1721702361398249/
Momentum is ramping up for us to finally get a grip on climate change. With luminaries like Pope Francis taking on the denial machine lobby and big oil, we could add a bolt of lightning to supercharge excitement as we enter the final months before Paris.
With hope,
Tuesday, September 22, 2015
Bachata party on Tuesday!
BACHATA party at Kana! Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday! EVERYBODY FREE ALL NIGHT! FREE Dominican Style Bachata Class with Edwin & Daniela from LFX Dancers at 7PM SHARP DJ Matatan and DJ Madrigal!! playing Mostly Bachata all night, plus some Salsa and other Latin Rhythms.
Kana Tapas Bar!
324 Spring Street
New York, NY
NO ID REQUIRED to get in. BUT of course if you're under 21 you won't be able to drink
Kana Tapas Bar!
324 Spring Street
New York, NY
NO ID REQUIRED to get in. BUT of course if you're under 21 you won't be able to drink
Thursday, September 17, 2015
Great park activities in NYC
Weekend Fun
September 19 - 20
Here are some fun things to do in NYC parks this weekend. For more upcoming events, please visit our Events Calendar.
1. Head to Poseidon's Parade
parade
On Saturday, come to Rockaway Boardwalk to watch this under-the-sea themed parade, inspired by Coney Island's Mermaid Parade. Event info >
2. Find your way through the Amazing Maize Maze
Amazing Maize Maze
Using fun clues, navigate through this three-acre corn field maze at Queens County Farm, on weekends through October 25. Event info > (Photo courtesy of Queens County Farmhouse)
3. Bring the kids to the Kite Festival
Kite Festival
Fly your kites against a beautiful backdrop of the Manhattan skyline this Saturday at Brooklyn Bridge Park! Don't have a kite? Kites will be available for purchase. More info > (Photo by Alexa Hoyer, courtesy of Brooklyn Bridge Park)
4. Head to the Chess Tournament in Central Park
Chess Tournament in Central Park
Register to play in the largest outdoor chess tournament in the United States, this Saturday! Event info >
5. Hike this trail with our park rangers
John Muir Nature Trail in Van Cortlandt Park
Explore Van Cortlandt Park's loveliest settings on the John Muir Trail with our park rangers this Saturday. Event info >
6. Check out this cool exhibit in shipping containers
Photoville
It's the last weekend this year to see this annual photography exhibit in Brooklyn Bridge Park. More info > (Photo by Julienne Schaer, courtesy of Brooklyn Bridge Park)
7. Come to the Brooklyn Book Festival
back to school
Find a good read and meet the authors at this annual book fair at Columbus Park on Sunday! Event info >
8. Try out the Alley Pond Adventure Course
Alley Pond Adventure Course
Check out our obstacle course in Queens! Admission is free on Sundays. More info >
9. Go canoeing for free in Queens
canoeing
Join a free canoeing trip with our park rangers in Bayside's Crocheron Park this Sunday. Don't know how to canoe? We'll teach you. More info >
10. Head to the Battle of Harlem Heights Family Day
Morris Jumel Mansion
Enjoy fun family activities and take a tour of the mansion where George Washington stayed. Event info >
11. Join a history walking tour of Isham Park
Isham Park
Learn about this historic Manhattan park on a tour with Sidney Horenstein, geologist and Educator Emeritus at the American Museum of Natural History. More info >
12. Come to the Bat Bonanza Night Hike
night hike
Join the Staten Island Greenbelt Conservancy on a night hike through Willowbrook Park to find bats. More info >
13. Join a walking tour of the Old Croton Aqueduct
High Bridge
Find out how New York City combated the cholera epidemic by building a new water system in the late 19th century. Event info >
14. Volunteer at a local park
Volunteer
Help spruce up our parks or find out how you can help out with our street tree census! Find a volunteer event >
15. Grab some food at the Food Truck Rally
food truck rally
On Sunday, sample some of the best of NYC's food trucks at Grand Army Plaza. Event info > (Photo courtesy of the Prospect Park Alliance)
16. Make your way over to the Dance Safari
Dance Safari
Join Summer on the Hudson on a walk through choreographed dance pieces in Riverside Park South. More info >
17. Join a tour of a farm on Randall's Island
Randalls Island Farm
Meet the chickens and find out how this little farm successfully grows rice paddies! More info >
18. See a free movie in the park
movie in the park
Showing this weekend: Annie Hall in Queens and The Wiz in Brooklyn. View showtimes and locations >
19. See what creatures come out after the sun sets
skunk
Learn about NYC's nocturnal wildlife on a free walking tour through Flushing Meadows Corona Park this Saturday night. More info >
20. Learn about constellations in our night sky
astronomy
Our park rangers will lead you to the best spot in Highbridge Park for stargazing at night. Event info >
21. Go square dancing in Washington Square Park
Washington Square Park square dance
Learn some new moves and join the party in the park from 6 pm. to 7 p.m. on Saturday. More info >
22. Discover stunning views of the city from this historic house
Alice Austen House
Bring your cameras to capture the beautiful view from the Alice Austen House that was once home to a renowned NYC photographer. Event info >
23. Join a tour of the historic Wave Hill neighborhood
Wave Hill
September 19 - 20
Here are some fun things to do in NYC parks this weekend. For more upcoming events, please visit our Events Calendar.
1. Head to Poseidon's Parade
parade
On Saturday, come to Rockaway Boardwalk to watch this under-the-sea themed parade, inspired by Coney Island's Mermaid Parade. Event info >
2. Find your way through the Amazing Maize Maze
Amazing Maize Maze
Using fun clues, navigate through this three-acre corn field maze at Queens County Farm, on weekends through October 25. Event info > (Photo courtesy of Queens County Farmhouse)
3. Bring the kids to the Kite Festival
Kite Festival
Fly your kites against a beautiful backdrop of the Manhattan skyline this Saturday at Brooklyn Bridge Park! Don't have a kite? Kites will be available for purchase. More info > (Photo by Alexa Hoyer, courtesy of Brooklyn Bridge Park)
4. Head to the Chess Tournament in Central Park
Chess Tournament in Central Park
Register to play in the largest outdoor chess tournament in the United States, this Saturday! Event info >
5. Hike this trail with our park rangers
John Muir Nature Trail in Van Cortlandt Park
Explore Van Cortlandt Park's loveliest settings on the John Muir Trail with our park rangers this Saturday. Event info >
6. Check out this cool exhibit in shipping containers
Photoville
It's the last weekend this year to see this annual photography exhibit in Brooklyn Bridge Park. More info > (Photo by Julienne Schaer, courtesy of Brooklyn Bridge Park)
7. Come to the Brooklyn Book Festival
back to school
Find a good read and meet the authors at this annual book fair at Columbus Park on Sunday! Event info >
8. Try out the Alley Pond Adventure Course
Alley Pond Adventure Course
Check out our obstacle course in Queens! Admission is free on Sundays. More info >
9. Go canoeing for free in Queens
canoeing
Join a free canoeing trip with our park rangers in Bayside's Crocheron Park this Sunday. Don't know how to canoe? We'll teach you. More info >
10. Head to the Battle of Harlem Heights Family Day
Morris Jumel Mansion
Enjoy fun family activities and take a tour of the mansion where George Washington stayed. Event info >
11. Join a history walking tour of Isham Park
Isham Park
Learn about this historic Manhattan park on a tour with Sidney Horenstein, geologist and Educator Emeritus at the American Museum of Natural History. More info >
12. Come to the Bat Bonanza Night Hike
night hike
Join the Staten Island Greenbelt Conservancy on a night hike through Willowbrook Park to find bats. More info >
13. Join a walking tour of the Old Croton Aqueduct
High Bridge
Find out how New York City combated the cholera epidemic by building a new water system in the late 19th century. Event info >
14. Volunteer at a local park
Volunteer
Help spruce up our parks or find out how you can help out with our street tree census! Find a volunteer event >
15. Grab some food at the Food Truck Rally
food truck rally
On Sunday, sample some of the best of NYC's food trucks at Grand Army Plaza. Event info > (Photo courtesy of the Prospect Park Alliance)
16. Make your way over to the Dance Safari
Dance Safari
Join Summer on the Hudson on a walk through choreographed dance pieces in Riverside Park South. More info >
17. Join a tour of a farm on Randall's Island
Randalls Island Farm
Meet the chickens and find out how this little farm successfully grows rice paddies! More info >
18. See a free movie in the park
movie in the park
Showing this weekend: Annie Hall in Queens and The Wiz in Brooklyn. View showtimes and locations >
19. See what creatures come out after the sun sets
skunk
Learn about NYC's nocturnal wildlife on a free walking tour through Flushing Meadows Corona Park this Saturday night. More info >
20. Learn about constellations in our night sky
astronomy
Our park rangers will lead you to the best spot in Highbridge Park for stargazing at night. Event info >
21. Go square dancing in Washington Square Park
Washington Square Park square dance
Learn some new moves and join the party in the park from 6 pm. to 7 p.m. on Saturday. More info >
22. Discover stunning views of the city from this historic house
Alice Austen House
Bring your cameras to capture the beautiful view from the Alice Austen House that was once home to a renowned NYC photographer. Event info >
23. Join a tour of the historic Wave Hill neighborhood
Wave Hill
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