Recirculation Word Up: Collage Night
2026-04-16 18:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Word Up Recirculation, 876 Riverside Drive (near 160th St.), New York, NY, United States
Monthly collage night at Recirculation! Word Up Community Bookshop’s second location is full of used books & journals that need help finding a new purpose. Join us to repurpose old book materials and create some art.
Base supplies will be provided. Additional materials are available for purchase at PWYC prices.
If you have art supplies you’d like to donate, consider dropping them off at Recirculation’s Arts Community Cabinet, an open storage space to donate & take arts-related items.
This event is a $5 suggested donation ticket with 50 max attendees. Please register in advance.

Hebrew Tabernacle: Blood Drive
2026-04-16 13:00 - 19:00 | Hebrew Tabernacle Synagogue, 551 Fort Washington Ave (@185 St.), New York, 10033, United States
The Hebrew Tabernacle: Blood Drive
Thursday, April 16, 2026
1 PM – 7 PM
Social Hall
551 Fort Washington Ave. – New York, NY 10033
Entrance on Fort Washington Ave. @ 185th St.
To make an appointment, call
1-800-933-2566 or visit https://donate.nybc.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/336862

MJM Virtual Parlor Chat: Food, Hunger, Scarcity and General Washington’s Continental Army
2026-04-15 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual via Zoom
What did the soldiers of the Continental Army eat to fuel their fight for independence? What about the officers or General George Washington? Food insecurity was a monumental challenge faced by all those involved in the American Revolution. John Ota, a bestselling and award winning author of books such as “The Kitchen” (2021 Taste Canada Awards finalist and a 2021 Paris Gourmand Cookbook finalist) and the newly released book “The Dining Room” joins the Mansion to discuss what these rations would have looked like for throughout the ranks. Ota’s deep research into the foodways of the Revolution will offer a detailed and thoughful lecture on the true circumstances of the Military encampment and headquarters menus – including what would have been eaten by soldiers and Generals alike when stationed at the MORRIS-JUMEL MANSION.
From soldier’s rations to George Washington’s war time birthday celebrations, learn about the culinary history of the American Revolution.
This is a virtual event;link will be emailed upon registration.

Inwood Hill Park: Senior Citizen Community Day
2026-04-15 13:00 - 14:00 | Inwood Hill Park, 218th St. Entrance, 600 West 218th St, New Yok, NY, 10034, United States
Senior Citizen Community Day

Join the Urban Park Rangers to explore the Inwood Hill Nature Center and build community. This month’s Senior Citizen Community Day will be a spring migration birding day.

The Met Cloisters: Storytime —Spring in the Garden!
2026-04-14 11:30 - 12:00 | Met Cloisters, 99 Margaret Corbin Drive, New York, NY, 10040, United States
Look, listen, sing, and have fun with Storytime! Join Met educators every Tuesday for picture-book readings in English and Spanish connected to objects at The Met Cloisters and to our uptown community. Recommended for families with children ages 18 months to 6 years.
Gallery 6, Pontaut Chapter House
Free with Museum admission; admission is pay what you wish for New York state residents, and free for children 12 and under with an adult, and a care partner accompanying a visitor with a disability. Note: Space is limited; first come, first served.

Jazz WaHi Vocal Series: Marcus Goldhaber
2026-04-13 19:30 - 21:00 | Le Chéile NYC, 839 W 181st St, New York, NY, 10033, United States
Jazz WaHi Vocal Series
Marcus Goldhaber with Pete McCann, guitar, and Tom Hubbard, bass.
“Goldhaber will have you giddy one moment and melancholy the next and loving every note.”- PEOPLE Magazine
Singers must attend the featured set to participate in the jam. Priority given to singers with reservations to the show. Make a tax-deductible donation in any amount (suggested donation $15) to reserve. Please indicate that your donation is for the Vocal Series

Penny Jo's: Live Music
2026-04-11 21:00 - 23:00 | Penny Jo’s Uptown, 3898 Broadway, New York, NY, 10032, United States
April shows are here! Another month of amazing live music. No cover ever!
Cocktails • Cold Beer • Tasty Bites • Live Music Six Nights a Week

Highbridge Park: Highbridge Water Tower tour
2026-04-11 13:00 - 15:00 | Highbridge Park, 174th St & Amsterdam Ave, NEW YORK, NY, 10033, United States
Historic New York: The Highbridge Water Tower
Kick off the new year with the Urban Park Rangers on a tour inside the iconic Highbridge Water Tower to learn about the history of New York City’s water supply and enjoy the panoramic views from the top of the 200 foot tower. Arrive between 1:00 p.m. and 2:45 p.m, to gain admittance. Registration is not required. Program will be held at the base of the water tower behind the Highbridge Recreation Center and Pool.

Morris-Jumel: Family & Community Days: Grow Your Own Herbs
2026-04-11 13:00 - 15:00 | Morris-Jumel Mansion, 65 Jumel Terrace, New York, NY, 10032, United States
Join us for April’s Family & Community Day at Morris-Jumel Mansion with a fun, spring-time hands-on activity! Families are invited to celebrate National Garden Month and Earth Day learning about historic herbs and how to grow and use them. This hands-on activity is perfect for all ages and a great way to welcome the new growing season. Weather permitting, we will explore the herb garden in the Sunken Garden. Bring your own empty toilet paper roll or paper towel roll if you can.
¡Acompáñenos en el Día de la Familia y la Comunidad de abril en la Morris-Jumel Mansion y celebre la inminente llegada de la primavera con una actividad práctica y divertida! Se invita a las familias a celebrar el Mes Nacional de la Jardinería aprendiendo sobre hierbas históricas, así como a cultivarlas y utilizarlas. Esta actividad práctica es ideal para todas las edades y constituye una excelente manera de dar la bienvenida a la nueva temporada de cultivo. Si las condiciones meteorológicas lo permiten, exploraremos el jardín de hierbas situado en el Jardín Hundido (*Sunken Garden*). Si le es posible, traiga su propio tubo de cartón vacío de papel higiénico o de papel de cocina.

Word Up: Story Time -- Apolonia Valiente's "The Words Will Come"
2026-04-11 13:00 - 14:00 | Word Up Community Bookshop, 2113 Amsterdam Ave at 165th St., New York, NY, 10032, United States
Word Up welcomes children’s book author Apolonia Valiente for an interactive weekend storytime featuring The Words Will Come, a picture book for ages 3–7 that celebrates all the ways children communicate.
Kids will engage through movement, observation, and choice, making the storytime welcoming for every communication style. Caregivers will leave with ideas to support and celebrate their children’s voices.
This storytime is especially meaningful during Autism Awareness Month (April) and Speech & Language Development Month, highlighting inclusion, empathy, and understanding for young learners.
Bring your curiosity, your questions, and your joy — this storytime is for every child and caregiver ready to explore connection, patience, and the power of listening. Learn more at open_in_newwww.avstorytime.com and follow @av_storytime on Instagram.
This event is a $5 suggested donation ticket with 30 max attendees. Please register in advance.

Gold Wing, Hebrew Tabernacle: Outside/Inside - Shulman/Boomer. (Artist Reception)
2026-04-11 12:30 - 14:00 | Hebrew Tabernacle Synagogue, 551 Fort Washington Ave (@185 St.), New York, 10033, United States
Michael Shulman and Robin Boomer, share their photographs of the neighborhood (Outside) and the beloved dogs that help Robin thrive during the last five years of her being almost totally home bound (Inside).

Please join us at the Armin and Estelle Gold Wing art gallery’s artists’ opening reception on Saturday, April 11, 2026 from 12:30 pm – 2 pm following Shabbat Services (10am). Gallery hours – Mon 9-3:30, Wed &Fri 9-5 and by appointment. Free. ADA compliant. 212-568-8304.

Fort Tryon Park: Shearing of the Heather Garden and Community Parade
2026-04-11 10:00 - 13:00 | Fort Tryon Park
Shearing of the Heather Garden and Community Parade
The three-acre Heather Garden is the site of our annual rite of spring – the Shearing of the Heather parade and community celebration in Fort Tryon Park!
Bring your musical instruments and join in our community parade through the Heather Garden led by traditional bagpipers. Learn why Fort Tryon Park has the largest heath and heather collection in the northeast. Make flower-themed crafts, take home your own propagated heathers, get your face painted, make some chalk art, chat with our gardeners, enjoy at tour of the Heather Garden, and celebrate spring while enjoying the garden’s beauty and panoramic views of the Hudson River and Palisades! Fun for all ages!

United Palace: FOREVER K-Pop – A Celebration Concert
2026-04-10 20:00 - 22:00 | United Palace, 4140 Broadway, New York, 10033, United States
Friday, April 10, 2026
Doors: 6:30pm, Show: 8:00pm
United Palace
4140 Broadway, New York, NY, 10033

FOREVER K-POP – A Celebration Concert
Inspired by the worldwide K-Pop phenomenon and recent smash-hit film KPop Demon Hunters, Forever K-Pop – A Celebration Concert (www.ForeverKpopLive.com) brings a next-level, fan-powered tribute experience and high-octane production featuring today’s biggest K-Pop hits to life on stage in a cinematic spectacle unlike anything audiences have seen in a tribute concert before.
Designed as a high-energy K-pop revue, Forever K-Pop – A Celebration Concert fuses electrifying vocals and choreography, bold costuming, and cinematic visuals into a dazzling live performance. Presented in two exhilarating 45-minute acts, the show captures the pulse of the global K-pop movement while spotlighting iconic moments and breakout anthems including electrifying live singers and dancers performing songs made famous by BTS, BLACKPINK, Katseye, HUNTR/x, Saja Boys, NewJeans, and more.
There are a limited number of Forever K-POP Superfan Packages, including:

One premium ticket to the show ($71)
Photo Opportunity with the group after the show
Limited Edition VIP lightstick w/ sticker pack to customize
Collectible VIP Laminate & Lanyard
Early Entry into the Venue with Priority Early Merch Shopping

Get your ticket, then purchase your Forever K-POP Superfan Package before checkout – space is limited!

Buunni Inwood: Community Open Mic
2026-04-10 19:00 - 21:00 | Buunni Inwood, 4961 Broadway, NEW YORK, NY, 10040, United States
Calling all musicians, artists, poets, movers and shakers! Bring your song, your dance, your poetry! Poets, musicians, storytellers, and all performers welcome. Hosted by La Sala Collective.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect with fellow artists and immerse yourself in the vibrant artistic community of Inwood. Mark your calendars and get ready to experience an evening of unforgettable performances.
Sign up at the door. List opens at 7pm – first come first serve.

Met Cloisters: School Break Family Afternoon
2026-04-10 13:00 - 16:00 | Cloisters Museum, 99 Margaret Corbin Dr., enter at Margaret Corbin Cir. (Ft. Wash Ave. & W. 191st St.), New York, 10040, United States
School Break Family Afternoon at The Met Cloisters
Spend your spring break at The Met Cloisters! Drop in for free, hands-on family art making inspired by the art of the Middle Ages. Families with children of all ages and abilities are welcome; recommended for children ages 3–11. Materials are provided.
Free with Museum admission; admission is pay what you wish for New York state residents, and free for children 12 and under with an adult, and a care partner accompanying a visitor with a disability. Note: Space is limited; first come, first served.

Inwood Hill Park: Kids Week -- Meet the Critters
2026-04-10 13:00 - 14:30 | Inwood Hill Park Nature Center, 218th St and Indian Rd. Entrance, walk north, New York, NY, 10034, United States
Kids Week: Meet the Critters
Even when school’s out, our parks are still the city’s natural classroom! Bring your kids to Inwood Hill Park for Kids Week during Spring Break. With programs led by our Urban Park Rangers, kids will get to experience nature in a hands-on and fun way. From stick bugs to snakes, meet the animals that call the center their home.
Location ; Nature Center near West 218th Street and Indian Road in Inwood Hill Park
Registration not required.

Small-group Workshop for Conscious Elderhood.
2026-04-09 19:00 - 20:30 | Our Saviour’s Atonement Lutheran Church, 178 Bennett Ave., New York, 10040
Step into a warm, welcoming space for reflection, conversation, and discovery at our upcoming small-group workshop inspired by the book “From Age-ing to Sage-ing”. Together, we’ll explore how growing older can open new pathways to purpose, wisdom, and spiritual depth — all through guided discussion and small group reflection. Whether you’re curious, seeking connection, or looking to re-imagine this stage of life, you’ll find a supportive circle waiting. Come join us and be part of a thoughtful, engaging experience!
To register, use the QR code above or click on this link: https://bit.ly/4u7XJoF
Questions? Contact Jean at JeanWeillelcsw@yahoo.com or Paul at pmuratorephotography@gmail.com.
We look forward to seeing you there!
$25 for 3 sessions: April 9, 16, and 23

Inwood Hill Park: Monthly Nature Exploration Hike
2026-04-08 13:00 - 14:30 | Inwood Hill Park Nature Center, 218th St and Indian Rd. Entrance, walk north, New York, NY, 10034, United States
Monthly Nature Exploration Hike
Join the Urban Park Rangers for a monthly hike exploring Inwood Hill Park. This month’s hike will be highlighting plant species in Inwood Hill Park.
Location: The hike will begin at the Inwood Hill Nature Center West 218th Street and Indian Road in Inwood Hill Park

Inwood Hill Park: Kids Week -- Springtime Celebration
2026-04-08 11:00 - 12:00 | Inwood Hill Park West 218th Street & Indian Rd, West 218th St & Indian Rd, New York, NY, 10034, United States
Kids Week: Springtime Celebration
Join the Urban Park Rangers for an afternoon of crafts, games and other fun activities to celebrate all things spring. Even when school’s out, our parks are still the city’s natural classroom! Kids will get to experience nature in a hands-on and fun way.
Location: West 218th Street and Indian Road in Inwood Hill Park
Registration not required

Lost Inwood: - Uptown’s Springs, Wells, and Water - (April)
2026-04-07 19:30 - 21:00 | Inwood Farm Restaurant, 600 West 218th Street, New York, NY, 10034, United States
LOST INWOOD
– Uptown’s Springs, Wells, and Water –
-TUESDAY APRIL 7th at 7:30PM-
Water. We all need it. But running household tap water wasn’t available to Inwood residents until the latter part of the 1800s. Before it became possible to simply turn on a faucet, how did people get fresh water to drink and use? And when did municipal water arrive in Inwood?
This month at LOST INWOOD we’ll discover the fascinating network of springs, wells, creeks and canals which dotted northern Manhattan and Inwood. We’ll use our virtual dowsing rods to trace their story. Where were Inwood’s springs and wells of yesteryear? Are any of them still around? You might be surprised.
Please join us Tuesday Apr 7th at 7:30pm. It’s free to the public, but reservations are recommended. Hope to see you there!
Don Rice

THE INWOOD FARM
600 West 218th Street (corner Indian Road)
tel 212-884-2111
Reservations can be made by email: monicajjones@icloud.com

United Palace: The Muse -- Exploring the Iconography of the United Palace
2026-04-07 19:00 - 20:30 | United Palace, 4140 Broadway, New York, 10033, United States
On Tuesday, April 7th, just two days after Easter and marking the 57th anniversary of our rescue and rebirth by Rev. Ike’s church, we invite you to explore the iconography hidden within the walls of the United Palace. After a brief overview of our remarkable history, you’ll encounter the intricate characters and ornamental details woven throughout the space. We’ll reveal our interpretations of their meanings and make connections to the diverse cultures and wisdom traditions that continue to inspire our ministry of the Muse.
The Muse is a monthly program dedicated to celebrating inspiration, the arts, and community. It brings together open-minded artists and art lovers to explore the many ways inspiration, or The Muse, elevates our daily lives. Through shared human experiences, creative expression, and a deep love for the arts, we reflect on life’s biggest questions, uncovering new meaning in the world around us.
Doors open at 6:30pm. The Muse begins at 7:00pm.

No Name Super Storyteller Party (April 2026)
2026-04-07 19:00 - 20:30 | Word Up Community Bookshop, 2113 Amsterdam Ave at 165th St., New York, NY, 10032, United States
No Name Comedy/Variety Show producer Eric Vetter brings New York’s best established and emerging authors and storytellers to Word Up Community Bookshop in Washington Heights for their monthly series “No Name At Word Up Super Storyteller Party”.
Super Story Party is curated and co-hosted by author/storyteller Michele Carlo, the author of FISH OUT OF AGUA: My life on neither side of the (subway) tracks (Citadel Press).
The show will also include a “Magic Hat Open-Mic” where audience members can signup for a chance at four minutes of stage time to share their own stories.

Inwood Hill Park: Kids Week -- Geology Rocks!
2026-04-06 13:00 - 14:00 | Inwood Hill Park, Isham St. & Seaman Ave., Citi Bike: Seaman Ave & Isham St., New York, NY, 10034, United States
Kids Week: Geology Rocks!
Even when school’s out, our parks are still the city’s natural classroom! Bring your kids to Inwood Hill Park for Kids Week during Spring Break. With programs led by our Urban Park Rangers, kids will get to experience nature in a hands-on and fun way. Learn all about the geological landscape of Manhattan. Registration not required.
Location: Seaman Avenue and Isham Street in Inwood Hill Park

Fort Tryon Park: Heather Garden Highlights
2026-04-05 13:00 - 14:30 | Fort Tryon Park
Join the Urban Park Rangers on a flower walk in the beautiful Heather Garden! Explore the blossoms and learn about the flowers and the history of this little gem. At 3 acres large, this garden is the largest public garden with unrestricted access in New York City and is home to over 500 varieties of plants!

Inwood Hill Park: Outdoor Skills - Survival 101
2026-04-05 13:00 - 14:00 | Inwood Hill Park West 218th Street & Indian Rd, West 218th St & Indian Rd, New York, NY, 10034, United States
Outdoor Skills: Survival 101
Our Urban Park Rangers are well versed in outdoor lore. Learn tips and tricks that will enhance your knowledge of the natural world, and might just save your life. Whether you are preparing for an extended journey through the woods or just want to be more prepared for any situation, an outdoor skills program is the perfect fit for you. Learn the basic skills of outdoor survival including fire making, shelter building and water collection among other skills.
Location: West 218th Street and Indian Road in Inwood Hill Park

Word Up: Gallery Closing Reynaldo García Pantaleón • Color de Dolor
2026-04-04 16:00 - 17:30 | Word Up Community Bookshop, 2113 Amsterdam Ave at 165th St., New York, NY, 10032, United States
Join Word Up for the closing of Color de Dolor, a small selection of artworks created over the past three years, attempting to understand these times of public genocide and new/old ignominies by visual artist Reynaldo García Pantaleón.
The gallery is at Word Up from March 6th to April 4th.
This event is a $5 suggested donation ticket with 30 max attendees. Please register in advance.
In compliance with Word Up Community Safety guidelines, all attendees for this event must wear a mask inside.
Word Up Community Bookshop is located at 2113 Amsterdam Ave. (& 165th St.) in Washington Heights, NYC. You can take the 1 train to 168th St and the A/C train to 163rd or 168th St.
This program is supported, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council. Word Up Community Bookshop’s programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.

Fort Tryon Park: Easter Egg Hunt at Dongan Lawn
2026-04-04 10:00 - 16:00 | Fort Tryon Park
Easter Egg Hunt By Fort Tryon Park Conservancy
Celebrate spring at the Annual Easter Egg Hunt in Fort Tryon Park! Families with children are invited to Dongan Lawn for a festive morning of egg hunts, games, music, face painting, and so much more. Enjoy a joyful community tradition as we welcome the season together!

Buunni Inwood: The MYG Trio live
2026-04-03 19:00 - 21:00 | Buunni Inwood, 4961 Broadway, NEW YORK, NY, 10040, United States
Jazz Trio Concert led by Greg Germann
MYG Jazz Trio is a New York–based piano trio featuring Mason on bass, Yu-Chen on piano, and Greg German on drums. Rooted in the tradition of the classic jazz piano trio, the group reimagines beloved jazz standards while honoring the legacy of the music’s great innovators.
Alongside their interpretations of the jazz canon, the trio also presents original compositions that reflect their collective voice. Known for deep groove, lyrical improvisation, and dynamic interplay, MYG Jazz Trio approaches every performance as a living musical conversation—blending tradition, creativity, and the vibrant spirit of the New York jazz scene.

Recirculation Word Up: Danielle Chynoweth and Elizabeth Adams's REMAKING DEMOCRACY with David Friend
2026-04-02 19:00 - 20:30 | Word Up Recirculation, 876 Riverside Drive (near 160th St.), New York, NY, United States
Remaking Democracy: How We Make the World We Want is a guidebook for social change. It teaches how to analyze problems, consult desires, and design interventions to grow participation as the undoing of fascism.
Word Up presents authors Danielle Chynoweth and Elizabeth Adams in conversation with veteran organizer and multi-instrumentalist, David Friend, performing pieces by Susan Parenti, Mark Enslin, Larry Polansky, and Elizabeth Adams.
In compliance with Word Up Community Safety guidelines, all attendees are encouraged to stay masked at all time.
Recirculation, a project of Word Up Community Bookshop, is located at 876 Riverside Drive (near 160th St.) in Washington Heights, NYC. You can take the 1 train to 157th St., A/C train to 163rd St., and the M4 and M5 to Broadway and 159/160th.
ABOUT THE BOOK
An accessible and practical resource, Remaking Democracy braids theory, assignments, and stories of successful interventions to teach you how to leverage your expertise into a strategy for making social change in your work, organizing, school, or faith life.
Its theory, the Spiral of Change, recombines ideas from Cybernetics, Black Feminism, the Frankfurt School, and experimental arts practice into a methodology to address the problems that matter to you.
Its examples of successful interventions include Indymedia, Illinois Campaign for Prison Phone Justice, The School for Designing a Society, Cunningham Township Supervisor’s Office, Patch Adams and Gesundheit Institute, and the work of care and healing.
Our participation is our power.
ABOUT THE AUTHORS
Danielle Chynoweth is a media justice and housing rights leader. She works to end homelessness as an elected official. She was the Organizing Director for Media Justice and co-founded the Urbana-Champaign Independent Media Center. She teaches at the University of Illinois, School for Designing a Society, and internationally.
Elizabeth Adams, PhD, is a composer, teacher, and caregiver who has worked at the intersection of art, education, and organizing for over twenty years. She produces anti-capitalist music concerts, created pop-up political education spaces with Free University NYC, and won historic rent laws with the Crown Heights Tenant Union. She has taught at Columbia University and the School for Designing a Society.
ABOUT THE INTERLOCUTOR
David Friend is a musician and activist based in Washington Heights. With a primary focus on new and experimental music, he performs regularly in major venues and festivals in NYC, across the country, and abroad. He records regularly with a wide variety of collaborators, and was a featured guest artist on Third Coast Percussion’s Steve Reich album, winning the GRAMMY award for chamber music. A passionate educator and unionist, he serves as co-Vice President of ARTS-MSM, NYSUT Local 6498.

United Palace: Happy Hour Historical Tour (April)
2026-04-02 19:00 - 20:30 | United Palace, 4140 Broadway, New York, 10033, United States
Date: Thursday, April 2nd | Time: 7–8:30pm | $30 per person
Directions: Meet in the Grand Foyer at 6:45pm
Enjoy a complimentary beverage at the United Palace where you’ll explore this stunning 3,400-seat theatre, its mezzanine, grand foyer, balcony, and if you’re lucky, you’ll get to go up on stage!
The history of United Palace, Manhattan’s 4th largest theatre and now a landmarked building, began in 1930, when it was then one of five Loew’s “Wonder Theatres” across the boroughs and New Jersey. Designed by noted architect Thomas Lamb (James Earl Jones Theatre, the former Ziegfeld Theatre) with interiors overseen by decorative specialist Harold Rambusch (Waldorf Astoria, the former Roxy Theatre), it was one of the region’s premier vaudeville and movie houses. Today, the United Palace hosts concerts, movies, and community events and provides spiritual and cultural programming.
Tours are capped at 40 people. Proceeds go toward maintaining the building.
Learn more about the United Palace here.
***Tour schedule is subject to change. Tours may be modified depending on events within the theatre.
