Grab a partner, bring the kids, and join Musical Director Gary S. Fagin and an ensemble from the Knickerbocker Chamber Orchestra at the waterfront for a selection of timeless tunes in ¾ time. One-two-three, one-two-three; practice your waltzing—and then listen for old favorites, from Carousel Waltz to Blue Danube!
Sunset Jam on the Hudson
Rhythm and grooves fill the air at this Friday evening program. Follow the lead of professional drummers as they guide you through the pulsating beats of traditional African drumming techniques and methods. Drums provided, dancing welcome!
No program on 8/16.
BPC Running Club
Jog the 2.4 miles down and back along the Battery Parks City Esplanade. Guided with warm-up and cool-down and a favorable pace for all participants. Meet inside CCSHS at 345 Chambers St. Free.
RIVER & BLUES: AMYTHYST KIAH
Rising star Amythyst Kiah’s Tennessee influenced americana roots music showcases her deliciously fluid and powerful voice reminiscent of greats such as Odetta and Tracy Chapman. Her adept banjo and guitar picking skills create unique takes on classics while exhibiting a style all her own. Don’t miss the opportunity to experience this hypnotizing emerging talent.
TARANTELLA
Join Boston based ensemble Newpoli in an exploration of southern Italian tarantella and pizzica! Let yourself be enchanted by their mesmerizing, trance-inducing mix of classics and originals inspired by the cultures of the Mediterranean Sea. Wear your long skirts, wave scarves and learn a few simple steps that will transport you to an Italian village summer festival!
AFRICAN DRUMMING & DANCE
Sankofa founder Kofi Maxwell Donkor, will lead us in a spirited and joyful performance workshop that includes hands on drumming and guided movement embodying the infectious rhythms and sounds of West Africa. Drums provided.
Sunset Jam on the Hudson
Rhythm and grooves fill the air at this Friday evening program. Follow the lead of professional drummers as they guide you through the pulsating beats of traditional African drumming techniques and methods. Drums provided, dancing welcome!
No program on 8/16.
BPC Running Club
Jog the 2.4 miles down and back along the Battery Parks City Esplanade. Guided with warm-up and cool-down and a favorable pace for all participants. Meet inside CCSHS at 345 Chambers St. Free.
RIVER & BLUES: THE WAR & TREATY
Tanya and Michael Trotter, the powerhouse duo better known as The War and Treaty, are one of the most intriguing rising acts on the americana and roots music scene. Healing Tide, their latest album, showcases the depth of their musical and personal pasts. Their passionate, vulnerable and unrestrained live performances, are not to be missed!
NY LAUGHS: LAUGHTER IN THE PARKS
NY Laughs, a non-profit that presents live stand-up comedy performances in NYC public spaces brings the hilarious Roy Wood, Jr. of The Daily Show with Trevor Noah to their inspiring Laughter in the Park series presented in BPC. Laughter enriches lives and can make the world a better place, so come laugh out loud with your fellow New Yorkers at this community building comedy event.
