Featured Events in New York in April 2025 (February Updated)

Join us for the US launch of Lucy Caldwell's These Days. Two sisters, four nights, one city. April, 1941. Belfast has escaped the worst of the war – so far. Over the next two months, it’s going to be destroyed from above, so that people will say, in horror, My God, Belfast is finished. Many won’t make it through, and no one who does will remain unchanged. Following the lives of sisters Emma and Audrey – one engaged to be married, the other in a secret relationship with another woman – as they try to survive the horrors of the four nights of bombing which were the Belfast Blitz, These Days is a timeless and heart-breaking novel about living under duress, about family, and about how we try to stay true to ourselves. Born in Belfast in 1981, Lucy Caldwell is the award-winning author of four novels, several stage plays and radio dramas, and three collections of short stories: Multitudes (Faber, 2016) and Intimacies (Faber, 2021) and, most recently, Openings. She is also the editor of Being Various: New Irish Short Stories (Faber, 2019). Awards include the Rooney Prize for Irish Literature, the George Devine Award, the Dylan Thomas Prize, the Imison Award, the Susan Smith Blackburn Award, the Irish Writers’ and Screenwriters’ Guild Award, the Commonwealth Writers’ Award (Canada & Europe), the Edge Hill Short Story Prize Readers’ Choice Award, a Fiction Uncovered Award, a K. Blundell Trust Award and a Major Individual Artist Award from the Arts Council of Northern Ireland. In 2021 she won the BBC National Short Story Award with her story “All the People Were Mean and Bad. Information Source: Glucksman Ireland House NYU | eventbrite

There is no better place to research your next new car than the New York Auto Show. For more than a century New Yorker’s have visited the show in the millions to experience everything that the automobile industry has to offer and to get a glimpse into the future. It’s the one place where the information is comprehensive and engaging and where new technology can be explained and explored freely. From the beginning, when the first New York Auto Show opened in November 1900 at the original Madison Square Garden, the annual exhibition of automobiles, and the pageantry they create, has been a hallmark of the industry. For 124 years, the New York Auto Show has given the world a glimpse into the future. Here, we take a journey back in time to celebrate and enjoy many of the notable moments that have occurred along the way.

Hamilton Heights Darkroom Workshops Hamilton Heights Darkroom (HHD) is dedicated to preserving the timeless craft of traditional darkroom printing and film photography. Through hands-on experiences, students will learn the fundamentals of photography by shooting with film cameras and printing from negatives in the darkroom. We offer workshops tailored to youth, teens, and adult printers of all skill levels, from beginners to advanced practitioners. All classes limited to 5 students. Spring 2025 Dates: January 18 - Photograms for Parent & ChildFebruary 15 - Family PhotosMarch 15 - Darkroom Open PrintingApril 19 - Matting WorkshopMay 17 - Darkroom Open PrintingTime: 12:00am - 2:00pm Age Group: Adults 18+ (1/18 Aged 6+ with parent) Workshops will be held at Children’s Art Carnival at 62 Hamilton Place, New York, NY 10031 Mask Requirement: All students must wear a quality mask (KN95 or N95) Free, or pay what-you-can donation Workshop Descriptions: January 18 -Photograms: This is a fun introduction to the darkroom class. Students place objects on photographic paper and expose them to light, then develop the paper in our darkroom. The unusual combinations are personal expressions that utilize the student’s intuition. February 15 -Family Photo: Everybody has an old box of photos or negatives of their family members. Students bring in negatives of past and current family and make enlarged copies. Multiple copies can be gifted to others. March 15 -Darkroom Open Printing: Students can print what they like. They can print photograms again or combine enlarged negatives with objects for unique photographs. Students who attend two or more of these workshops begin to see the potential of creating art in a traditional darkroom. April 19 - Matting Workshop: Students provide their own work to be matted in preparation for framing and display. This class is suitable for attendance by students from multiple disciplines. A bevel edged window mat (supplied) is cut for each piece and students attach their work. Photos, drawings, collage and old newspapers articles can be matted. Students leave with pieces mounted and ready to frame. About: Located in the historic Hamilton Heights neighborhood within Harlem,Hamilton Heights Darkroom (HHD) is dedicated to the preservation of traditional darkroom printing and film photography. Students use film cameras, and print from negatives in the darkroom as a basis to learn photography. HHD offers photography basics and darkroom printing for youth, teens and adult printers, from beginner level to advanced. As darkrooms, photography and public school arts programs disappear, HHD strives to preserve both culture and photography in the Harlem community. HHD offers group printing classes, photography classes (film and digital) and discussion about current photography issues in a collegial setting. HHD collaborates with local community arts and culture organizations seeking youth and adults interested in photography. Hamilton Heights Darkroom Workshopsand all programs at The Children's Art Carnival are made possible with funding from West Harlem Development Corporation, Lower Manhattan Cultural Council, the Ruth Foundation for The Arts and donations from New York Film Academy and Hamilton Heights community and beyond. To learn more about The Children's Art Carnival: Click here Information Source: The Children's Art Carnival | eventbrite

Celebrate Earth Day in the most impactful way possible—by running for the planet! 🌳🌍 The Earth Day Run is your chance to get moving while supporting environmental conservation efforts.Participants are encouraged to wear green and show their love for the planet while running.A portion of the proceeds from the run will support local tree-planting, making every step count toward a more sustainable future.Overview: Run will sell-out QUICK! We will close off waves the moment they fill up. If waves are sold out, you can sign-up for the virtual run option or wait list.This is a smaller, private group run with a cap per wave.All paces and ages (under 18 with guardian) are welcome - Run or Walk!There's no equipment or setup, this is a pure run with our coordinators to support you in a warm, stress-free setting!When you sign-up, we give you the support you need to help you achieve your goals and fitness. We also invite you to be part of our local run clubs that supports your fitness journey. Timing:- Timing is Optional: You may track your time on an app (Strava, RunKeeper, Nike Run, etc) and submit your times with our easy form to be posted online. Or you can ask our coordinators to help keep track of your time.- No timing chips (This is a stress free run to support you in achieving your goals)!What You Get (Swag Bag):-Running T-Shirt (Shipped to the address you register with - US only)- Finisher's Towel or Giveaway- Finisher's Medal!- Digital Training Pack- Online Results & Certificate of Completion-Invitation to Join one of our Local Running Clubs- We now have Technical Running Shirts (Optional). These lightweight, moisture wicking shirts can be upgraded for just $5 more.Packet Pickup:No hassle of picking up packets required!-Swag shipped direct to your address (Please make sure you provide your full, correct US mailing address including apartment number and check spelling)- Race bibs are provided on race dayWhen will I get my Swag?You will get your shirt at your mailing address the week of your race.Race Updates:We will email you a final update the Wednesday before the race with final details and course maps.Do you accept last minute registrations? (For those signing up 2 weeks before the race)Yes, but please note that it takes time for us to ship your shirt. Your shirt will likely arrive after the run. You can wear any shirt you find appropriate to run the race! Wave Times: (Email Us Your Desired Wave Time:info@thebestraces.com) (Waves filled on a First Come, First Serve Basis) Wave A: 7:30AM Wave B: 8:00AM Wave C: 8:30AMLate runners can run upon arrival (Please note our coordinators stay 3 hours after the first wave)Are there any other Questions we missed? https://www.thebestraces.com/faq/Virtual Run Option: - Our Virtual Run uniquely offers a Training Pack with Digital Tools to support your run.Virtual runs can be done any time and place of your choosing using any tracking device (optional). After you finish, you can submit your results to info@thebestraces.com to receive your medal!Race Bundle:Sign-up for more races and get a discount!Sponsorships & Promoting your Business:If you're looking to become a sponsor, we'd love showcase your business! https://www.thebestraces.com/events Team Glo Volunteers:If you're interested in helping put on runs for the Community and helping people achieve their goals, we invite you to join our team of volunteers, fill out the form here: https://www.thebestraces.com/volunteer-form/ Be part of the Journey!Our Charity Initiatives. Find out more @ www.thebestracesjourney.com Keep running. Every mile you log after the race, we'll donate $1 to one of the charities we work with! (Note that Fundraising is Optional) Information Source: The Best Races | eventbrite

This time under Neverwinter culture events series we will organize the Italian walk from Dumbo to Red Hook park via Brooklyn Bridge park. We will enjoy the beautiful bay area as well as different playgrounds and other parks. This is a friendly walk so pets and children are welcome. For foodie lovers we will visit the nearby Italian restaurant. April 20 (Sunday) We will start at 4:00 PM (please don't be late) Total distance about 4 miles. 80 min walk Start point: HEAL Veterinary Hospital (25 Jay St, Brooklyn) https://goo.gl/maps/GJJuNtHpVCUCoQtD7 Finish place: Red Hook Park , Brooklyn https://goo.gl/maps/8Lkw8TJCjY3xFgbR7 Map: https://i.ibb.co/Y01S36N/map.jpg Our FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/567293385132145 Our meetup group: https://meetu.ps/c/4ZjSr/LdM6k/d Whatsapp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/I2kkVYiGxaMGWWKhIzqJjo Telegram: https://t.me/neverwinterfree Please apply via: Wechat: cozmo31 IG: coz_its_mo LINE: cozmo31 www.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=286948809&name=cozmo Disclaimer of liability: By participating in this activity you agree that organizers are not to be held responsible for any damages, injuries, or losses that may occur before, during or after the event. Information Source: Neverwinter Free Hiking and Cycling | eventbrite

Virginia Woolf, Colette, Patti Smith : trois femmes de nationalités et d’époques différentes, mais qui ont toutes cherché à se construire et se préserver une chambre à soi , selon la formule célèbre de Virginia Woolf. Cela dans le but d’écrire, de créer. Plus largement, j’interrogerai cette quête comme métaphore d’une affirmation d'indépendance, d’une conquête de soi par rapport à l’espace comme au temps. Information Source: La Maison Française of NYU | eventbrite

Before the world turned upside down... Hawkins, 1959: a regular town with regular worries. Young Jim Hopper’s car won’t start, Bob Newby’s sister won’t take his radio show seriously and Joyce Maldonado just wants to graduate and get the hell out of town. When new student Henry Creel arrives, his family finds that a fresh start isn’t so easy…and the shadows of the past have a very long reach. From Netflix and the multi-award-winning Broadway producer Sonia Friedman Productions comes Stranger Things: The First Shadow . Winner of two Olivier Awards including Best Entertainment, this landmark production is brought to life by an award-winning creative team including director Stephen Daldry ( The Crown , Billy Elliot , The Inheritance , The Hours , The Reader ) and co-director Justin Martin ( Prima Facie , The Inheritance ). With stunning special effects, extraordinary performances, and a storyline that will keep you on the edge of your seat, this gripping, stand-alone adventure will take you right back to the beginnings of the Stranger Things story.

Before the world turned upside down... Hawkins, 1959: a regular town with regular worries. Young Jim Hopper’s car won’t start, Bob Newby’s sister won’t take his radio show seriously and Joyce Maldonado just wants to graduate and get the hell out of town. When new student Henry Creel arrives, his family finds that a fresh start isn’t so easy…and the shadows of the past have a very long reach. From Netflix and the multi-award-winning Broadway producer Sonia Friedman Productions comes Stranger Things: The First Shadow . Winner of two Olivier Awards including Best Entertainment, this landmark production is brought to life by an award-winning creative team including director Stephen Daldry ( The Crown , Billy Elliot , The Inheritance , The Hours , The Reader ) and co-director Justin Martin ( Prima Facie , The Inheritance ). With stunning special effects, extraordinary performances, and a storyline that will keep you on the edge of your seat, this gripping, stand-alone adventure will take you right back to the beginnings of the Stranger Things story.

Fit Pro Forum: Marketing Seasonal Fitness Packages📅 Wednesday, April 23, 2025 | 🕓 2:00–4:00 PM 🎯 Unlock the power of seasonal marketing! Learn how to create and promote fitness packages tailored to seasonal trends. Topics include: Crafting irresistible offers for spring and summer clients.Social media strategies to maximize exposure.Practical tips for planning ahead to stay ahead.Let’s turn every season into a revenue-driving opportunity. Reserve your seat today! Information Source: FlexWerk | eventbrite

Mike King is America’s most prolific gig poster artist. What began as a means of promoting his own bands’ shows in the late 1970s gradually morphed into a full-time specialty in the art of the eye-catching concert poster. Today, there are few major venues or bands that have not worked with him—his imagery has saturated into the tapestry of American music culture, appearing on album covers, t-shirts, and, most importantly, posters. The posters in this exhibition are a mere slice of a much larger visual pie—a taste of some of Mike’s rarest posters from a thirty-year spread within his ongoing career. They highlight shifts in both the available technology for making posters, from fully analog to digital, as well as how the function of gig posters has evolved from advertisements to collectible merchandise. Rather than being presented strictly chronologically, each section focuses on Mike’s process for creating the paste-up or digital file necessary to produce each type of poster.

The Interborough Rapid Transit Company (IRT) opened New York City’s original underground subway line in October 1904. While the city was one of the most diverse in the country, before the introduction of the subway, most New Yorkers were not in regular contact with people outside their own neighborhoods. Initially extending from the Bronx to Lower Manhattan (with service to Brooklyn beginning in 1908) and forming part of the wider transit system, the convenient and affordable IRT encouraged riders to travel beyond their communities for both work and leisure. In order to entice people to regularly use the subway, the IRT printed two in-car poster campaigns, The Elevated Express and The Subway Sun, that highlighted each borough’s unique attractions. Of these, The Subway Sun was especially successful.

Join us for the closing reception of Reclaiming Tomorrow - The Power of Afrofuturism, a major new exhibition of original art installed at the acclaimed Red Wall Art Gallery of Resorts World New York City! Reclaiming Tomorrow: The Power of Afrofuturism, curated by Juliet James, will explore the resilience and creativity of Black people and their advocates, both within and outside the community. This exhibition affirms that a thriving future free from systemic erasure is not a distant dream, but an evolving space for Black individuals to empower themselves and define their own narratives. Artists: Amari Hines Anthony McDonald Brent Kelsick Giselle Bradshaw Jocelyn Lewis Kim Okoli Paul Deo Tariffe Dennis Shaniqua Young Samantha Felix Cover Art by Brent Kelsick Information Source: Jamaica Center for Arts & Learning (JCAL) | eventbrite

PDNYC gathers dancers worldwide making a positive impact through dance! Perform-Network-Train and GET INSPIRED to MAKE EVERY MOVE COUNT! About Project Dance, Registration Details, and FAQsAbout Project DanceThis three day event gathers professional, pre-professional and aspiring dancers for training, performances and networking. The weekend is centered around an all day open air dance concert that is free to the public featuring local and international dance artistry in ballet, jazz, modern, hip hop and tap. Dancers gather with a common vision: to bring hope and healing through the universal language of dance. In 2025 Project Dance will present concerts in West Palm Beach, Houston, Madagascar, New York City, Paris, Atlanta and more! Project Dance Registration DetailsYou will receive updated information and details for the event via email as it approaches. Every event offers a Facebook page where you can learn more about the upcoming event and see who may be teaching and attending. Our Facebook page is Project Dance New York City. Open Air Dance ConcertOur open air stage will be set in the heart of Times Square at the plaza between 42/43rd Streets and Broadway. The performances will take place from 10:00am-5:00pm. A form will go out to all directors and individual performers that will details the information needed to submit. Please plan to prepare between 1-4 pieces to share. If you have additional pieces that you would like to share you may submit those once you receive the form form our stage manager, Jennifer Byers. Master ClassesOur Sunday dance classes will be held at Gibney Studios in downtown NYC. A few weeks prior to our event you will receive a google form to sign up for your desired classes. We will be offering around 25 classes to choose from in various levels and genres. Individual/Soloist Registrants:Dancers may register as an individual/soloist participant. You may submit a solo for the outdoor concert performance and learn the world tour group dance that is performed throughout the event. Solos are allowed at the discretion of our stage managers and not all solos are selected for the performance. Group Registrants:11th Registrant Free: For every 10 registered dancers, 1 free registration can be accessed by selecting the ticket called 11th/22nd free. Group Directors: (Please note: all company directors, teachers, studio owners, or group organizers will be referred to as “directors” going forward). Directors who plan to participate (attend Friday’s events, observe Sunday classes and/or perform on Saturday) should consider themselves a registered participant and should pay the full registration fee. Directors who are traveling with a group but not participating (only ensuring that their dancers arrive at all events) will be exempt from the registration fee. This exemption will only be offered to 1 director per group. Other teachers and directors within the group should register for the entire event. Please contact newyork@projectdance.com for the non-participating director access code. Each attending dancer is required to register online. FAQsWhat does the registration include? Registration includes attendance for all weekend events including the Check-in, Project Dance Expo, Project Dance Live Show, Outdoor Dance Concert Performance, Inspirational Gatherings (optional), World Tour Group Dance Instruction, and Master Classes and an Official Project Dance T-Shirt. Upon registration, you will receive an email notification. Specific details for each event will be sent to participants via email. Registration does NOT include hotels, travel, or food. How do I submit my dance piece(s) for review? After registration, all directors and soloists will be sent an email with instructions to submit your pieces. Dancers that are part of a group/studio/company will not need to submit anything. What is your cancellation policy? If a participant is unable to attend Project Dance after registering, for any reason, ½ of the registration fee will be returned to that participant following the date of the said event. Is there an age limit? There is no age limit; however, the general focus of our event is for the dancer seeking to pursue a dance career. We recognize that some groups and companies have varied ages. We ask that young dancers be chaperoned appropriately. Can chaperones/family members come to all the events? As a registered participant, you will be notified of the policy in place for the city you are attending. When space allows, we do open the doors to those who have traveled with a dancer. If a family member or chaperone wants to ensure that they are able to attend all events, they are welcome to register for the entire event as we cannot guarantee space for them other than viewing the free outdoor dance concert. Is there a pro-rated fee if I can only attend part of the event? There are no pro-rated fees available for Project Dance events. Participants unable to attend portions of the event are required to fully register. What are the deadlines to register? All registration deadlines will be announced on our website's individual city pages: www.projectdance.com We offer an early bird rate and a standard rate. What payment methods are available? Secure online payments are accepted. Keep in mind that the only method of payment accepted for participants living outside the US will be credit card payments. (No international checks/money orders) If you choose to pay by check, choose that as your payment option when you register online. Please make checks payable to Project Dance. Include the event's city and the registrant's name in the memo line (i.e. New York - Sarah Smith). If you are paying for multiple registrants, please include the event's city and number of registrations in the memo line (i.e. New York - 5 dancers). Please include separately the full names and emails of all registered dancers with the check. Send checks to: Project Dance 276-H Watauga Village Dr Ste 139 Boone, NC 28607 Who can I contact with additional questions? Please email newyork@projectdance.com Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event? No, you do not need to bring a printed ticket. We will check you in by name. Information Source: Cheryl Cutlip | eventbrite

About Project Dance, Registration Details, and FAQsAbout Project DanceThis three day event gathers professional, pre-professional and aspiring dancers for training, performances and networking. The weekend is centered around an all day open air dance concert that is free to the public featuring local and international dance artistry in ballet, jazz, modern, hip hop and tap. Dancers gather with a common vision: to bring hope and healing through the universal language of dance. In 2025 Project Dance will present concerts in West Palm Beach, Houston, Madagascar, New York City, Paris, Atlanta and more! Project Dance Registration DetailsYou will receive updated information and details for the event via email as it approaches. Every event offers a Facebook page where you can learn more about the upcoming event and see who may be teaching and attending. Our Facebook page is Project Dance New York City. Open Air Dance ConcertOur open air stage will be set in the heart of Times Square at the plaza between 42/43rd Streets and Broadway. The performances will take place from 10:00am-5:00pm. A form will go out to all directors and individual performers that will details the information needed to submit. Please plan to prepare between 1-4 pieces to share. If you have additional pieces that you would like to share you may submit those once you receive the form form our stage manager, Jennifer Byers. Master ClassesOur Sunday dance classes will be held at Gibney Studios in downtown NYC. A few weeks prior to our event you will receive a google form to sign up for your desired classes. We will be offering around 25 classes to choose from in various levels and genres. Individual/Soloist Registrants:Dancers may register as an individual/soloist participant. You may submit a solo for the outdoor concert performance and learn the world tour group dance that is performed throughout the event. Solos are allowed at the discretion of our stage managers and not all solos are selected for the performance. Group Registrants:11th Registrant Free: For every 10 registered dancers, 1 free registration can be accessed by selecting the ticket called 11th/22nd free. Group Directors: (Please note: all company directors, teachers, studio owners, or group organizers will be referred to as “directors” going forward). Directors who plan to participate (attend Friday’s events, observe Sunday classes and/or perform on Saturday) should consider themselves a registered participant and should pay the full registration fee. Directors who are traveling with a group but not participating (only ensuring that their dancers arrive at all events) will be exempt from the registration fee. This exemption will only be offered to 1 director per group. Other teachers and directors within the group should register for the entire event. Please contact newyork@projectdance.com for the non-participating director access code. Each attending dancer is required to register online. FAQsWhat does the registration include? Registration includes attendance for all weekend events including the Check-in, Project Dance Expo, Project Dance Live Show, Outdoor Dance Concert Performance, Inspirational Gatherings (optional), World Tour Group Dance Instruction, and Master Classes and an Official Project Dance T-Shirt. Upon registration, you will receive an email notification. Specific details for each event will be sent to participants via email. Registration does NOT include hotels, travel, or food. How do I submit my dance piece(s) for review? After registration, all directors and soloists will be sent an email with instructions to submit your pieces. Dancers that are part of a group/studio/company will not need to submit anything. What is your cancellation policy? If a participant is unable to attend Project Dance after registering, for any reason, ½ of the registration fee will be returned to that participant following the date of the said event. Is there an age limit? There is no age limit; however, the general focus of our event is for the dancer seeking to pursue a dance career. We recognize that some groups and companies have varied ages. We ask that young dancers be chaperoned appropriately. Can chaperones/family members come to all the events? As a registered participant, you will be notified of the policy in place for the city you are attending. When space allows, we do open the doors to those who have traveled with a dancer. If a family member or chaperone wants to ensure that they are able to attend all events, they are welcome to register for the entire event as we cannot guarantee space for them other than viewing the free outdoor dance concert. Is there a pro-rated fee if I can only attend part of the event? There are no pro-rated fees available for Project Dance events. Participants unable to attend portions of the event are required to fully register. What are the deadlines to register? All registration deadlines will be announced on our website's individual city pages: www.projectdance.com We offer an early bird rate and a standard rate. What payment methods are available? Secure online payments are accepted. Keep in mind that the only method of payment accepted for participants living outside the US will be credit card payments. (No international checks/money orders) If you choose to pay by check, choose that as your payment option when you register online. Please make checks payable to Project Dance. Include the event's city and the registrant's name in the memo line (i.e. New York - Sarah Smith). If you are paying for multiple registrants, please include the event's city and number of registrations in the memo line (i.e. New York - 5 dancers). Please include separately the full names and emails of all registered dancers with the check. Send checks to: Project Dance 276-H Watauga Village Dr Ste 139 Boone, NC 28607 Who can I contact with additional questions? Please email newyork@projectdance.com Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event? No, you do not need to bring a printed ticket. We will check you in by name. Information Source: Cheryl Cutlip | eventbrite