New York City Festivals and Events

The winter holidays are coming and New York City is ready

For more information on special events visit Winter Holidays in New York City

Manhattan

November 12th -- Theatre Lecture

New York Theatre Scene: From Box Office to Back Stage -- Panel Discussion followed by a Reception and "Meet the Author" Book Signing at Times Square Information Center. For more information visit http://www.thetheatremuseum.org.

November 12th -- Lecture by Underwater Photographer

NYC Audubon and the American Littoral Society present a free lecture by underwater photographer, Alex Kirkbride. The lecture will be held at the Central Park Arsenal located on 64th Street and 5th Avenue. The event begins at 6pm sharp and will likely run 90 minuets.
In 2002 Alex Kirkbride set out on what he called "an immense creative challenge". Kirkbride, along with his producer and partner Hazel Todd, traveled the United States for 3 years, covering over 100, 000 miles. Along this trip, Kirkbride photographed underwater images from every state for his book, entitled American Waters, published September 2007.
For more information go to http://www.nycaudubon.org.

November 3rd through December 18th -- The 41st Season of Trinity (Free) Concerts

Mondays at St. Paul's Chapel (Broadway at Fulton Street) Thursdays at Trinity Church (Broadway at Wall Street)
For more information call the Concert Hotline: 212 602 0747 or visit http://www.trinitywallstreet.org

November 16th -- Ports & Portals with Dr. Jack Tchen at 11AM at Museum at Eldridge Street

Dr. Jack Tchen (New York University) focuses on the development of a unique port culture on the Bowery and Chatham Square in the mid-nineteenth century – fostered by the intermingling of the Chinese, Irish and free black co-workers and neighbors. Tchen evokes the intertwined foodways, music, slang, jokes, songs and stories created from different cultures living amongst each other. Free Event. Call 212.219.0888

November 27 -- Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

The unofficial start of the holiday season is this all-time New York favorite parade.

December 1st -- Ninth Annual Winter’s Eve at Lincoln Square

From 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM Broadway from Time Warner Center at Columbus Circle to 68th Street becomes a winter party. The Lincoln Square Business Improvement District hosts its Ninth Annual “Winter’s Eve at Lincoln Square” –– a huge neighborhood festival featuring free family fun, children’s activities, live entertainment including THE BACON BROTHERS, outdoor food tastings and shopping throughout the Lincoln Square area. Proceeds to benefit CITY HARVEST food rescue efforts. Celebration begins (rain, snow or shine) at 5:30 PM with neighborhood tree lighting. Cost: Free entertainment and activities

Now through February 21st -- Gothic: Dark Glamour at The Museum at FIT

From its origins in 18th century gothic literature of terror to its contemporary manifestations in vampire literature and cinema, the gothic has embraced the powers of horror and the erotic macabre. Throughout its history, fashion has been central to our vision of the gothic. The Museum at the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) presents Gothic: Dark Glamour, the first exhibition devoted to the gothic in fashion. Set in theatrical mise-en-scene suggesting iconic gothic settings, such as the labyrinth, the ruined castle and the laboratory, more than 75 ensembles are on display. For more information visit FITNYC.edu

Brooklyn

November 15th -- Prison Ship Martyrs Monument Centennial Memorial

If you don't know about this part of the Revolutionary War, stop by Fort Greene Park at 10:00 a.m. Learn about the role Brooklyn had during the Revolutionary War and an up-close view of the Prison Ship Martyrs Monument, which commemorates the deaths of more than 10,000 patriots of the American Revolution. It's at the Fort Greene Visitor Center, Fort Greene Park. Enter the park at Myrtle Avenue and Washington Park. Brooklyn. For more information call (718) 722-3218

Queens

November 6th thru 9th -- Queens International Film Festival

Four days of networking, films, panel discussions, book signings, special events, music & dance performances. For more information visit Queens Film Festival

Events Across Time

Union square: Crossroads of New York -- Free Walking Tours

The Union Square Partnership has teamed with Big Onion Walking Tours to create a free 90-minute walking tour called Union Square: Crossroads of New York. The tour explores the social and political history of the Union Square neighborhood through discussions of the people, history, architecture, and forces that have shaped this community. You’ll hear how Union Square got its name, see where the legendary Tiffany & Co. once stood, and learn how to read the clock (yes, it’s a clock!) on “The Metronome” sculpture and so much more! Walking tour is given every Saturday at 2:00 PM. It begins at the Abraham Lincoln statue by the 16th Street transverse in Union Square Park. Look for the guide holding a Union Square: Crossroads of New York sign. For more information please call (212) 517-1826

Highlight Tours Cathedral of St. John the Divine

Explore the Cathedral's newly cleaned and magnificently restored East End, Crossing, Great Choir, and seven Chapels of Tongues. Learn about the art, architecture and history of this great sacred space from 1892 to the present. No prior reservation necessary. Tues. – Sat. 11 am – 12 Noon & 1pm – 2pm**; Sun. 1 pm– 2 pm St. John the Divine is located at 1047 Amsterdam Avenue at 112th Street. For more information call 212-932-7347

The Flatiron/23rd Street Partnership is sponsoring free walking tours of the historic Flatiron district every Sunday

Join professional guides on a 90-minute journey through this vibrant neighborhood, viewing some of the City’s most notable landmarks, including the New York Life Insurance building, the MetLife tower, the Appellate Courthouse and the famous Flatiron Building. Time -- Every Sunday at 11:00 AM. Meeting Place -- The southwest corner of Madison Square Park, at 23rd Street and Broadway. For more information visit FlatironBID.org

Saturdays at 11 AM East Village Historical Walking Tour

Meet at the ASTOR PLACE "CUBE" -- weather permitting -- at least 15 minutes prior to start time to meet the guide. Tour starts promptly on time. The ASTOR PLACE "CUBE" is an unmistakable landmark, located on a traffic island in the middle of E. 8th Street between Lafayette and 4th Avenue. Learn about Native American trade routes, Dutch settlers, immigration, speakeasies, gangs, Yiddish Theater, social clubs, labor movements, protests, riots, the beat generation, yippies, punk rock, gentrification, Charas/El Bohio, St. Brigid's Church, and much more. Visit east-village.com for more information or call 646-283-7053.

Every Thursday and Saturday, 12pm - Free Wall Street Walking Tour

This free 90-minute guided walking tour weaves together the history, events, architecture and people of Downtown. Stops include the U.S. Custom House, Trinity Church, Wall Street, the New York Stock Exchange and other architectural and cultural sites. No reservations necessary. No groups please. Meet at the steps of One Bowling Green. For more information call (212) 606-4064

Please note: We do our best to verify information prior to posting however we can not guarantee the accuracy of the information. Please check with the listed organization for further information.


	New York City Festivals and Events The winter holidays are coming and New York City is ready For more information on special events visit Winter Holidays in New York City Manhattan November 12th -- Theatre Lecture New York Theatre Scene: From Box Office to Back Stage -- Panel Discussion followed by a Reception and "Meet the Author" Book Signing at Times Square Information Center. For more information visit http://www.thetheatremuseum.org. November 12th -- Lecture by Underwater Photographer NYC Audubon and the American Littoral Society present a free lecture by underwater photographer, Alex Kirkbride. The lecture will be held at the Central Park Arsenal located on 64th Street and 5th Avenue. The event begins at 6pm sharp and will likely run 90 minuets. In 2002 Alex Kirkbride set out on what he called "an immense creative challenge". Kirkbride, along with his producer and partner Hazel Todd, traveled the United States for 3 years, covering over 100, 000 miles. Along this trip, Kirkbride photographed underwater images from every state for his book, entitled American Waters, published September 2007. For more information go to http://www.nycaudubon.org. November 3rd through December 18th -- The 41st Season of Trinity (Free) Concerts Mondays at St. Paul's Chapel (Broadway at Fulton Street) Thursdays at Trinity Church (Broadway at Wall Street) For more information call the Concert Hotline: 212 602 0747 or visit http://www.trinitywallstreet.org November 16th -- Ports & Portals with Dr. Jack Tchen at 11AM at Museum at Eldridge Street Dr. Jack Tchen (New York University) focuses on the development of a unique port culture on the Bowery and Chatham Square in the mid-nineteenth century – fostered by the intermingling of the Chinese, Irish and free black co-workers and neighbors. Tchen evokes the intertwined foodways, music, slang, jokes, songs and stories created from different cultures living amongst each other. Free Event. Call 212.219.0888 November 27 -- Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade The unofficial start of the holiday season is this all-time New York favorite parade. December 1st -- Ninth Annual Winter’s Eve at Lincoln Square From 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM Broadway from Time Warner Center at Columbus Circle to 68th Street becomes a winter party. The Lincoln Square Business Improvement District hosts its Ninth Annual “Winter’s Eve at Lincoln Square” –– a huge neighborhood festival featuring free family fun, children’s activities, live entertainment including THE BACON BROTHERS, outdoor food tastings and shopping throughout the Lincoln Square area. Proceeds to benefit CITY HARVEST food rescue efforts. Celebration begins (rain, snow or shine) at 5:30 PM with neighborhood tree lighting. Cost: Free entertainment and activities Now through February 21st -- Gothic: Dark Glamour at The Museum at FIT From its origins in 18th century gothic literature of terror to its contemporary manifestations in vampire literature and cinema, the gothic has embraced the powers of horror and the erotic macabre. Throughout its history, fashion has been central to our vision of the gothic. The Museum at the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) presents Gothic: Dark Glamour, the first exhibition devoted to the gothic in fashion. Set in theatrical mise-en-scene suggesting iconic gothic settings, such as the labyrinth, the ruined castle and the laboratory, more than 75 ensembles are on display. For more information visit FITNYC.edu Brooklyn November 15th -- Prison Ship Martyrs Monument Centennial Memorial If you don't know about this part of the Revolutionary War, stop by Fort Greene Park at 10:00 a.m. Learn about the role Brooklyn had during the Revolutionary War and an up-close view of the Prison Ship Martyrs Monument, which commemorates the deaths of more than 10,000 patriots of the American Revolution. It's at the Fort Greene Visitor Center, Fort Greene Park. Enter the park at Myrtle Avenue and Washington Park. Brooklyn. For more information call (718) 722-3218 Queens November 6th thru 9th -- Queens International Film Festival Four days of networking, films, panel discussions, book signings, special events, music & dance performances. For more information visit Queens Film Festival Events Across Time Union square: Crossroads of New York -- Free Walking Tours The Union Square Partnership has teamed with Big Onion Walking Tours to create a free 90-minute walking tour called Union Square: Crossroads of New York. The tour explores the social and political history of the Union Square neighborhood through discussions of the people, history, architecture, and forces that have shaped this community. You’ll hear how Union Square got its name, see where the legendary Tiffany & Co. once stood, and learn how to read the clock (yes, it’s a clock!) on “The Metronome” sculpture and so much more! Walking tour is given every Saturday at 2:00 PM. It begins at the Abraham Lincoln statue by the 16th Street transverse in Union Square Park. Look for the guide holding a Union Square: Crossroads of New York sign. For more information please call (212) 517-1826 Highlight Tours Cathedral of St. John the Divine Explore the Cathedral's newly cleaned and magnificently restored East End, Crossing, Great Choir, and seven Chapels of Tongues. Learn about the art, architecture and history of this great sacred space from 1892 to the present. No prior reservation necessary. Tues. – Sat. 11 am – 12 Noon & 1pm – 2pm**; Sun. 1 pm– 2 pm St. John the Divine is located at 1047 Amsterdam Avenue at 112th Street. For more information call 212-932-7347 The Flatiron/23rd Street Partnership is sponsoring free walking tours of the historic Flatiron district every Sunday Join professional guides on a 90-minute journey through this vibrant neighborhood, viewing some of the City’s most notable landmarks, including the New York Life Insurance building, the MetLife tower, the Appellate Courthouse and the famous Flatiron Building. Time -- Every Sunday at 11:00 AM. Meeting Place -- The southwest corner of Madison Square Park, at 23rd Street and Broadway. For more information visit FlatironBID.org Saturdays at 11 AM East Village Historical Walking Tour Meet at the ASTOR PLACE "CUBE" -- weather permitting -- at least 15 minutes prior to start time to meet the guide. Tour starts promptly on time. The ASTOR PLACE "CUBE" is an unmistakable landmark, located on a traffic island in the middle of E. 8th Street between Lafayette and 4th Avenue. Learn about Native American trade routes, Dutch settlers, immigration, speakeasies, gangs, Yiddish Theater, social clubs, labor movements, protests, riots, the beat generation, yippies, punk rock, gentrification, Charas/El Bohio, St. Brigid's Church, and much more. Visit east-village.com for more information or call 646-283-7053. Every Thursday and Saturday, 12pm - Free Wall Street Walking Tour This free 90-minute guided walking tour weaves together the history, events, architecture and people of Downtown. Stops include the U.S. Custom House, Trinity Church, Wall Street, the New York Stock Exchange and other architectural and cultural sites. No reservations necessary. No groups please. Meet at the steps of One Bowling Green. For more information call (212) 606-4064 Please note: We do our best to verify information prior to posting however we can not guarantee the accuracy of the information. Please check with the listed organization for further information.
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