Enjoy this unique celebration of the summer solstice. Learn traditional Swedish folk dances from Barnklubben Elsa Rix and join in lively dance around the Midsummer pole. Make wreaths from beautiful flowers representing those in bloom on the solstice in Sweden. Enjoy a parade, children’s games, and Swedish delicacies. Traditional music by Paul Dahlin and fiddlers from the American Swedish Institute in Minneapolis. Dances led by Ross Sutter, a Scandinavian folklorist. Swedish Midsummer Festival is co-sponsored by the Consulate General of Sweden, New York.
Tai Chi
Improve balance, strength and focus through gentle exercises. The sights and sounds of the river provide a serene background for the ancient flowing postures. An ideal choice for participants of all ages. No program 5/24, 7/5, 8/30, 10/11.
RIVER TO RIVER FESTIVAL
Lower Manhattan Cultural Council co-presents with BPCA the site specific dance Premier: time is forever dividing itself toward innumerable futures. Conceived of by Pam Tanowitz and Sara Mearns, the performance explores past vs. present, natural vs. unnatural, and ballet vs. modern dance. Featuring an original score for French horns by Ted Hearne, the dance is performed by New York City Ballet and Pam Tanowitz Dance .
Figure Al Fresco
Challenge your artistic skills by drawing the human figure. Each week a model will strike both long and short poses for participants to draw. Artists/educators will offer constructive suggestions and critique. All drawing materials are supplied.
This class takes place in South Cove near Battery Place & Second Place and is for adult participants (age 18 and up).
RIVER TO RIVER FESTIVAL
Lower Manhattan Cultural Council co-presents with BPCA the site specific dance Premier: time is forever dividing itself toward innumerable futures. Conceived of by Pam Tanowitz and Sara Mearns, the performance explores past vs. present, natural vs. unnatural, and ballet vs. modern dance. Featuring an original score for French horns by Ted Hearne, the dance is performed by New York City Ballet and Pam Tanowitz Dance .
JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION
Celebrate a uniquely American holiday from our history. Make Juneteenth flag featuring the Texas Lone Star and a starburst promising a bright future. Hear about the Federation of Black Cowboys and enjoy a ride on their horses! A guest from the African Burial Ground National Monument will share the history of the free and enslaved African people who lived in colonial New York.
SILENT DISCO PRIDE PARTY
Celebrate World Pride Month in NYC with a silent disco dance party featuring queer DJ’s from QuietEvents. Breath-taking sunset views and Lady Liberty will serve as our backdrop as we dance to the hottest beats pumped through light-up headphones. Check-in with friends sharing info about LGBTQI+ community services and stay tuned for few more surprises that will truly make it a special night! Headphones are free; deposit is required.
SUNRISE, SUNSET (REVOLUTION)
Meet the artists Autumn Ewalt and Dharmesh Patel, creators of a Pier A Plaza temporary art installation that features thousands of rainbow-making prisms. Be part of interactive rainbow art happenings that celebrate Pride.
Tai Chi
Improve balance, strength and focus through gentle exercises. The sights and sounds of the river provide a serene background for the ancient flowing postures. An ideal choice for participants of all ages. No program 5/24, 7/5, 8/30, 10/11.
MARI MEADE DANCE COLLECTIVE
The Mari Meade Dance Collective takes its inspiration from everyday interactions and our urban surroundings. The collective uses quirky movements and dynamic body work to create physical narratives of the human experience told in a series of contemporary dance vignettes.
