Dyckman Farmhouse: Guided Tour: New York State Path Through History Weekend

Guided Tour: Path Through History Weekend

Saturday, October 12th at 1PM
Registration Required, Free

Enjoy this unique opportunity for a free guided tour of the Dyckman Farmhouse Museum! Attendees can learn about the history of the Dyckman farmhouse and the Inwood neighborhood. Attendees will also have the opportunity to check out DFM’s historic Hessian military hut, and a local artist exhibition.

Take advantage of this unique opportunity for a free guided tour of the Dyckman Farmhouse Museum! Attendees will be able to learn about the history of the Dyckman home and the Inwood neighborhood. Additionally, they will have the chance to explore the DFM’s historic Hessian military shelter and two exhibitions by local artists.

Hispanic Society: From Ipanema Beach to El Malecon Latin Jazz Meets Tap

A virtual United Nations of women, members of Cocomama hail from around the globe gathering their musical influences from far and wide; Salsa, Soul, Afro-Cuban and Latin jazz are among the items on the menu whenever they hit the stage! Led by Mayra Casales, Nicki Denner and Jennifer Vincent, the band has performed at the United Nations, the Brooklyn Academy of Music, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Central Park, the New York City Marathon, Joe’s Pub, Birdland, Studio 54, the Cape May Jazz Festival, the Montclair Jazz Festival, the Northampton Jazz Festival, the New Jersey Performing Arts Center, the Spoleto Music Festival, the Michigan’s Women’s Festival and as musical ambassadors to Latin American for the US Department of State. Their critically acclaimed albums, Quiero (2016) and Women’s World (2023) cover a wide range of styles from salsa to soul and thanks to a grant from Chamber Music of America, they are currently recording their third album, Evolución, for release in 2025.

 

FULL LINEUP

Cocomama led by Mayra Casales, Nicki Denner, Jennifer Vincent, Ariacne Trujillo, Rafael Monteagudo, Anton Denner with tappers Max Pollak and Leonardo Sandoval.

From Ipanema Beach to El Malecon Latin Jazz Meets Tap

A virtual United Nations of women, members of Cocomama hail from around the globe gathering their musical influences from far and wide; Salsa, Soul, Afro-Cuban and Latin jazz are among the items on the menu whenever they hit the stage! Led by Mayra Casales, Nicki Denner and Jennifer Vincent, the band has performed at the United Nations, the Brooklyn Academy of Music, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Central Park, the New York City Marathon, Joe’s Pub, Birdland, Studio 54, the Cape May Jazz Festival, the Montclair Jazz Festival, the Northampton Jazz Festival, the New Jersey Performing Arts Center, the Spoleto Music Festival, the Michigan’s Women’s Festival and as musical ambassadors to Latin American for the US Department of State. Their critically acclaimed albums, Quiero (2016) and Women’s World (2023) cover a wide range of styles from salsa to soul and thanks to a grant from Chamber Music of America, they are currently recording their third album, Evolución, for release in 2025.

 

FULL LINEUP

Cocomama led by Mayra Casales, Nicki Denner, Jennifer Vincent, Ariacne Trujillo, Rafael Monteagudo, Anton Denner with tappers Max Pollak and Leonardo Sandoval.

Fort Tryon Park: Heather Garden Monthly Tour

Join us on Saturday, September 28, at 11 AM for the return of the beloved Heather Garden Tour in Fort Tryon Park, hosted by the knowledgeable Madeline Byrne!


The tour begins at the southern entrance to the Heather Garden.

The Heather Garden is the crown jewel of Fort Tryon Park, spanning 3 acres of stunning beauty. Boasting one of the largest heath and heather collections on the East Coast, the garden showcases a 600-linear-foot perennial border and over 650 varieties of plants, including trees, shrubs, and bulbs! It is New York City’s largest public garden with unrestricted access. Walk among the lush greenery, flanked by historic stone walls and remnants of Cornelius G.K. Billings’ early 1900s estate.

Enjoy breathtaking views of the Hudson River while discovering over 30 varieties of heaths and heathers, whose blooms and vibrant foliage bring year-round color to this extraordinary space. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the tranquil and diverse beauty of the Heather Garden in its autumn glory!

Word Up Recirculation: Uptown Out (January 2025)

Thursday, January 9, 2025 – 7:00pm to 8:30pm
RECIRCULATION A project of Word Up
876 Riverside Drive (near 160th St.)
New YorkNY 10032

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Improvised music in different groupings. This edition marks the inaugural appearance of the Recirculation piano! Featuring: Matt Lambiase (trumpet & flugelhorn), Mary Cherney (flute), Claire de Brunner (bassoon), Will Glass (drums & percussion), Virg Dzurinko (piano), Carol Liebowitz (piano), and guests.

In compliance with Word Up Community Safety guidelines, all attendees are encouraged to stay masked at all time.

This event is a $10 suggested donation ticket with 100 max attendees. Please register in advance.

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.

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