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Rising in the Heights: Music & Storytelling with Carmen Cancél & Jainardo Batista

Puerto Rican musicians soprano Carmen Cancél and singer and percussionist Jainardo Batista join forces with Leadlights Ensemble for an eclectic set of musical crowd-pleasers. Little ones will enjoy an interactive story featuring Margarita Engle’s “A Song of Frutas,” with musical accompaniment by Leadlights.

Free copies of the book will be available, and gifts and giveaways from local business will be raffled.  

Rising in the Heights” is a festival of outdoor arts performances curated by Leadlights in partnership with Word Up Community Bookshop. The festival celebrates the rich artistic contributions of Black and Latinx cultures and promotes children’s literacy through music and storytelling. 

This project is made possible in part with funds from UMEZ Arts Engagement, supported by the Upper Manhattan Empowerment Zone (UMEZ); and Creative Engagement, supported by The New York City Department of Cultural Affairs (DCLA) in partnership with the City Council and the Howard Gilman Foundation. UMEZ Arts Engagement and Creative Engagement are administered by LMCC.

Dyckman Farmhouse – Growing Uptown: July Workshop

Growing Uptown: July Workshop

Tuesday, July 23; 5:30-7PM

Materials are FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED

Join us for a unique and hands-on experience as we delve into the history of butter-making during the colonial period. Step back in time and discover the traditional methods and techniques used to produce this essential staple. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about the process, from churning cream to separating the butter from the buttermilk. After exploring the historical background, get ready to roll up your sleeves and create your very own batch of creamy butter to take home with you. This immersive event promises to be both educational and delicious, offering a fun and interactive way to connect with the past while enjoying a tasty treat.

THIS PROGRAM IS SUPPORTED, IN PART, BY PUBLIC FUNDS FROM THE NEW YORK CITY DEPARTMENT OF CULTURAL AFFAIRS IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE CITY COUNCIL.

 

Resiliencia Verde: Taller de Julio

Martes 23 de julio; 5:30-7:00 PM

¡Únase a nosotros para una experiencia única y práctica mientras profundizamos en la historia de la elaboración de mantequilla durante el período colonial en America. Retrocede en el tiempo y descubre los métodos y técnicas tradicionales utilizados para producir este alimento básico y esencial. Los participantes tendrán la oportunidad de aprender sobre el proceso, desde batir la crema hasta separar la mantequilla del suero de mantequilla.

Después de explorar el antecedente histórico, prepárate para arremangarte y crear tu propia porción de mantequilla cremosa para llevar a casa. Este evento inmersivo promete ser tanto educativo como delicioso, ofreciendo una forma divertida e interactiva de conectarse con el pasado mientras disfruta de una delicia sabrosa.

Los materiales estarán disponible POR ORDEN DE LLEGADA

Inwood Hill Park – Movies Under the Stars – Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire

Friday, October 11, 2024
7:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.

Grab a blanket and come enjoy a movie in a neighborhood park or playground! This summer, NYC Parks and The Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment will host family-friendly movie showings across the five boroughs.

In Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, the Spengler family returns to where it all started – the iconic New York City firehouse – to team up with the original Ghostbusters, who’ve developed a top-secret research lab to take busting ghosts to the next level. But when the discovery of an ancient artifact unleashes an army of ghosts that casts a death chill upon the city, Ghostbusters new and old must join forces to protect their home and save the world from a second Ice Age.

Rated PG
The following movie has been rated PG. Some Material May Be Inappropriate for Children Under 13.

Movies begin at dusk. This event is FREE and open to the public. Glass bottles and alcoholic beverages are strictly prohibited. In the event of heavy rain or extreme weather, the screening may be canceled. The decision to cancel the event will be made prior to the screening and will be promptly posted on our website.

For more information visit nyc.gov/parks or call 311. Contact (212) 360-1430 or accessibility@parks.nyc.gov for more information regarding accessibility.

Location

West 218th Street and Indian Road in Inwood Hill Park
Manhattan

Directions to this location

Cost

Free

Highbridge Park – Concert: Taikoza

Concert: Taikoza

Tuesday, July 2, 2024
4:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.

Taikoza created a new sound using the thunderous rhythms of the ancestral Taiko drums and the magical sounds of the bamboo flutes. Taiko Means big drums – and this is what Taikoza Brings. Taiko, powerful rhythms, and electrifying, room-thumping energy. This exciting group draws from Japan’s rich tradition of music and performance to create a highly visual and stimulating performance.

Location

Highbridge Recreation Center in Highbridge Recreation Center

2301 Amsterdam Avenue
Manhattan

Directions to this location

 

Cost

Free

Family Camping: Manhattan – Lottery Wednesday June 26 – Saturday 29, 2024

Family Camping: Manhattan

Sunday, July 7, 2024

7:00 p.m.–7:00 a.m.

We camp to create lasting memories, connect with the natural world, and bond with our families. The Urban Park Rangers celebrate the tradition of camping and we look forward to welcoming your family. Families are chosen by lottery. Lottery registration opens on Wednesday June 26.

Location

West 218th Street and Indian Road in Inwood Hill Park
Manhattan

Directions to this location

Cost

Free

Registration

Registration begins on 6/26/2024 and ends on 6/29/2024.

Event Organizer

NYC Parks Urban Park Rangers

Contact Number

(212) 304-2277

Categories

Urban Park Rangers, Family Camping with the Urban Park Rangers

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