Word Up Recirculation welcomes New York Times bestselling author Naima Coster for her new book Take What You Can, a rich, panoramic exploration of friendship, class, new motherhood, and independence. Co-hosted by Dominican Writers Association.
Come join us at the Fort Washington Library for the screening of "The Blues Brothers". A tale of redemption for paroled convict Jake and his brother Elwood, who set out on "a mission from God" to prevent the foreclosure of the Roman Catholic orphanage in which they were raised. To do so, they must reunite their (R&B) band and organize a performance.
On the first Friday of every month Jazz Wahi and The Bonnefont present elegant, swinging jazz to accompany fine cocktails and dining! No cover. Featuring Will Evans, piano, and Ryan Hernandez, guitar.
Friday Night Live Music Featuring The Monroe Quinn Trio.
Summer Streets. Broadway is going car-free this August! 🚶🚴☀️ On August 1, 8, and 15, NYC DOT’s Summer Streets returns, transforming Broadway into a vibrant public space from the Brooklyn Bridge all the way to Dyckman Street—right next to Anne Loftus Playground
Word Up welcomes Kiara Valdez on her forthcoming graphic novel, STEPPING UP (on sale 8/4/26), a timely and vibrant teen graphic memoir about community, friendship, and self-discovery told through the eyes of a high school freshman Kiara, one of the few Black students at her predominantly white boarding school—perfect for fans of Almost American Girl and Brownstone!
