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01 May 2010
Our Daily List of Activities for the Month of May 2010
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Dear Friends: Please visit me on May 8th (raindate May 9th) at the Perry Street Paraphernalia, Perry St between Bleecker and West 4th streets. Have a chat about what's new in New York real estate, especially new West Village properties I will be showcasing, or any other subject we want to talk about! And enjoy walking around the fair and finding special treasures. In the meantime, my best wishes for a wonderful May!
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| DATE | TIME | EVENT |
| May 1 | 7:30pm |
Cynthia Scott sings Gloria Lynn
Singing songs that were recorded by Ms. Lynn, including I Wish You Love and I'm Glad There is You. Jazz quartet, including Larry Ham on piano. Harlem Stage Gatehouse, 150 Convent Ave, at 135th St.
212.281.9240, x 19; www.jazzmobile.org
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| May 2 | 7:00pm |
Gerald Duval's "Edith Beale Live At Reno Sweeny" plays Joe's Pub
Recreates the nightclub performance of Ms. Beale, of Grey Garden's fame, in New York City in 1978. Beale is portrayed by Ganymeade's artistic director, Jeffrey Johnson.
Joe's Pub, 425 Lafayette Street
$20
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| May 3 | 10:00am on |
Grateful Dead
This museum exhibition chronicles the history of the Dead and the rock 'n' roll culture that they created, through posters, set lists, concert flyers, album art, decorated fan mail, and stage props.
New York Historical Society, 170 Central Park West at 76th St.
212-873-3400, www.nyhistory.org
$12, discounts for students and seniors
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| May 4 | 7:30pm |
The Canadian Chamber Orchestra of New York City
Music by Strauss, Shostakovich, and Justin Bischof
An evening of chamber music and the chance to hear a master improviser on the piano, - improvisation on themes submitted by the audience.
Doors open at 6:30pm.
(le) poisson rouge, 158 Bleecker Street, Between Thompson & Sullivan
866.55.TICKETS to purchase
$15
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| May 5 | 6:30PM |
American Woman: Fashioning a National Identity
Opens May 5.
Covering a 50-year span (1890–1940) during which women made major strides in every aspect of society, the various changes in popular style (from Gibson Girls and flappers to the Hollywood siren look) reflect the changes in the country as a whole
Metropolitan Museum of Art, 1000 5th Avenue
Iris and B. Gerald Cantor Exhibition Hall, 2nd Floor
212-535-7710, metmuseum.org
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| May 6 | 6:00pm-7:00pm |
Bryant Park Yoga
Expert instructors leading all levels of yoga.
Bryan Park Lawn (42nd St & 6th Avenue)
212.768.4242; bpc@urbanmgt.com
Free
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| May 7 | 6:30pm |
Art Opening and Talk: Richard Galpin
At the HighLine: Debut of Viewing Station, an interactive artwork by Richard Galpin with a talk by the artist. Viewing Station allows park visitors to look through a viewing apparatus lined up with a metal screen from which geometric shapes have been cut. The combination of these two devices will give visitors an altered, abstracted view from the High Line. Reception at 6:30; talk at 7:30
Chelsea Market Passage, 10th Ave and 16th St, at the High Line
212.206.9922; info@thehighline.org
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| May 8 | 6:30pm - 8:00pm |
Perry Street Paraphernalia
Between Bleecker and West 4th Streets, in the West Village, a block-long neighborhood street fair, with all sorts of treasures to explore. I'll have a space and look forward to seeing you there.
Perry St., between Bleecker & West 4th.
Free
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| May 9 | 5:30pm |
Sing it with Flowers: a 19th-Century Serenade to Mother
19th-century songs performed in honor of Mother's Day, by members of the Bond Street Euterpean Singing Society.
Merchant's House Museum, 29 East 4th St.
212.777.1089
$25, $10 MHM members, reservations required
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| May 10 | 10:00am-3:00pm |
15th Annual Essentially Ellington High School Jazz Band Competition and Festival
Competition, workshops, jam sessions, with the top three bands performing with Wynton Marsalis.
Jazz at Lincoln Center, Boradway & 60th St., 5th Fl., 212.258.9800
Free
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| May 11 | 12:30-2:00pm |
Downtown: Where New York Began - Tour
Explores the history, architecture, art, and populace of early New York City. Tour, led by professional tour leader, visits Trinity Church, Bowling Green, Fraunces Tavern, as well as Federal Hall, US Custom House, and US Stock Exchange.
55 Exchange Place, Suite 401; 212.935.3960
$10 suggestd donation
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| May 12 | 7:00pm |
Kevin Baker's "Strivers Row": Early Life of Malcolm X
Book Discussion Group. Inwood Library, 4790 Broadway, at Cumming St.; 212.942.2445
Free
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| May 13 |
6:30-8:00pm
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Social Hour: How to Sketch Central Park
Under the guidance of natural science illustrator Anne Yen, hone your observation skills and use Central Park as your muse to practice sketching the outdoor world. Charles A. Dana Discovery Center, in NW corner of park near 110th St, 212.860.1120
Free
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| May 14 | 7:00pm |
Instrumental Blues: Student Recital
New School, Arnhold Hall, 55 West 13th St., 5th Fl.; 212.229.5353
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| May 15 | 11:00pm |
Hayes Greenfield's Jazz-A-Ma-Tazz
Beginning at 11am, Hayes will lead a pre-concert music workshop open for young musicians and singers of all ages, and all instruments. At noon, the Jazz-A-Ma-Tazz players take the stage for interactive and participatory concert. 45 Bleecker St, 212.260.8250; for tickets: 212.239.6200
$24.50
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| May 16 | 10:00am-5:00pm |
Summer on the Hudson: Kayaking on the River
At the downtown Boathouse (72nd Street and Hudson River). 20-minute instructional paddles. Wear a bathing suit or shorts and a T-shirt. Must know how to swim.
Repeats every Saturday and Sunday till 10/10/10.
zhen.heinemann@parks.nyc.gov, (212) 408-0219
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| May 17 | 8:00pm |
Shim Sham Open Tap Dancing Session
Featuring the Theo Hill Trio and hosted by Harold Cromer, a free open jam session with participation from NYC's rhythm tap artists. Open to tap dancers of all levels.
The Kitchen, 512 West 19th Street, between 10th & 11th Avenues; 212.255.5793
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| May 18 | 12:00pm |
"Views from the Past," a walk through the Park
Tour of the Park from a 19th Century perspective, and insight into Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux worked to create the large park. Approximately 1 hour.
Dairy Visitor Center & Gift Shop, mid-park at 65th St.; 212.794.4064
Free
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| May 19 | 10:30am |
Shopping Online: A guide to Bargain Hunting
Wireless laptops provided in a session dealing with safe, secure, and reputable shopping online sites offering deals, savings, and rebates.
Online registrating required from 5/12 on at 1p. - call 917.275.6975 Mid-Manhattan Library, 455 Fifth Avenue, at 40th St.
Free |
| May 20 | 6:30pm |
Jewish as A Second Language
And The Frozen Rabbi with Molly Katz and Steve Stern. "Tenement Talks," presented by the Tenement Museum.
108 Orchard Street
RSVP events@tenements.org
Free
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| May 21 | 7:00- 8:30pm |
Sunset Singing Circle: let by Folksinger Terre Roche
Meet at the tip of Manhattan and sing with like-minded individuals. Rounds and folk songs. All ages welcome, and no experience is necessary.
Wagner Park, between Battery Place & Esplanade; call 311 for more information
Free
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| May 22 | 10:00am-5:00pm |
Family Day Outdoor Event: NYPD
Insights into different NYPD department and units, including Emergency Service Unit and Mounted Unit. Free Activities and refreshments
New York City Police Museum, 100 Old Slip; 212.480.3100
Free
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| May 23 | 11:00am-6:00pm |
8th Annual Drums Along the Hudson
Multicultural, family-oriented festival, the only open air pow wow in Manhattan. Include exhibitions sof world dance and drumming traditions. International and Native American crafts and cuisine will be available for purchase.
Inwood Hill Nature Center, Inwood Hill Park at 218th St., 212.627.1076
Free
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| May 24 | 6:30pm |
Alison Bechdel's "Fun Home: A family Tragicomic"
Book discussion group on this autobiographical comic by Alison Bechdel, author of "Dykes to Watch Out For," the long-running popular comic strip.
Mulberry Street Library, 10 Jersey Street; 212.966.3424
Free
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| May 25 | 7:30am-8:30am |
Bryant Park Tai Chi
Tai Chi and Eternal Spring are instructed by members of the Tai Chi Chuan Center for all ages and experience levels. Fountain Terrace in Bryant Park; 212.768.4242
Free
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| May 26 | 7:30pm |
Extension Division Opera Scene
Semester-end performances of opera scenes by students of the Extension Division.
New School, Mannes College of Music, 150 West 85th Street; 212.580.0210, x4817
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| May 27 | 8:00pm-10:00pm |
Outdoor Screening: "Some Like It Hot"
An evening with Marilyn Monroe, outdoors, on the pool deck of the Hamilton Fish Recreation Center. Popcorn will be provided.
Hamilton Fish Park, Lower East Side, at the corner of East Houston and Pitt Streets.
RSVP: 212.408.0296 or email artsculturefun@parks.nyc.gov
Free
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| May 28 | 2:00pm |
Ingmar Bergman's "The Seventh Seal"
Screening of classic 1957 Bergman film.
58th Street Library, 127 East 58th Street; 212.759.7358
Free
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| May 29 | 12:00pm |
Red-tailed Hawk Newst Watch
Glimpse into the nests of the resident red-tailed hawks of Inwood Hill Park. Learn the nature history and biology of these creatures living in the city. Binoculars are a plus.
Inwood Hill Nature Center, Inwwod Hill Park near West 218th Street; 2112.304.3401
Free
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| May 30 | 1:00pm |
Ramble Trail Blazing
Lesson in how Native Americans used trail markers to keep from getting lost, and to find important landmarks. Belvedere Castle (in Central Park), around 79th Street; 212.628.2345
Free
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| May 31 | 9:00pm |
Jazz: Erika Kapin Quartet and Jake Sherman Organ Group
Fat Cat, 75 Christopher St., at 7th Avenue; 212.675.5056
$3 Cover
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