MLK Weekend is here! Some great Saturday, Sunday, AND Monday events listed below!

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TOP EVENTS FOR SATURDAY, JANUARY 13TH

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9:00am Art & Yoga with Adidas $10

Join us for a morning of exhilaration and inspiration, courtesy of adidas. Following more than an hour of yoga and mindfulness meditation led by local instructors, explore our galleries on a self-guided tour of specially selected contemplative objects. Yoga mats are provided.

Check Website    APAP Performing Arts Conference Free/$

APAP|NYC is the world's premier gathering of the performing arts presenting industry and the annual members conference of APAP, the Association of Performing Arts Professionals.

12:45pm-1:45pm Love without Boundaries Free

Eye witness accounts by Fr. Pigi Bernareggi, missionary priest in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, and Rose Busingye, founder of the International Meeting Point in Kampala, Uganda, moderated by Franciscan Friar of the Renewal Fr. Solanus Benfatti, professor of spirituality and Franciscan traditions, St. Joseph's Seminary, Archdiocese of New York.
Speakers will share stories about their work for the poor and the sick in Brazil and Uganda

1:00pm-3:00pm     Free Opera: Anna Bolena Free

Hear The New York Opera Forum Perform Donizetti's Anna Bolena

1:30pm-3:30pm     Arts, Culture & Fun: Make Your Mark with Watercolor Classes Free

Ashton Agbomenou will teach three adult watercolor classes demonstrating how to use line, shape, and color to render an image.

2:00pm-3:00pm     Boxing Bootcamp With Fitbit Free

Sweat It Out With Fitbit Local And Kick Off 2018 In Shape

2:00pm-5:00pm    Warming Free Red Wines Tasting with Luigi Free

Warming Red Wines with Luigi! A Complimentary Winter TastingFree

2:00pm-4:00pm      The Secrets of Brooklyn Walking Tour $35

On our newest tour, author, playwright and Untapped Cities' tour guide Justin Rivers will not only unpack the history behind the Brooklyn Bridge, but also explore its many hidden secrets. Our unique walking tour will give you a whole new appreciation for one of New York's most iconic landmarks.

4:00pm-7:00pm   Dinosaur Time Trek $20

It's family expedition time! At Dinosaur Time Trek, you'll be transported through a special Time Lab, where you can observe enormous prehistoric dinosaurs and glimpse at mythological, magical dragons.

7:00pm-10:30pm     Bar Car Nights: Adults-Only Viewing of Holiday Train Show $30

One of New York's most exciting seasonal outings, Bar Car Nights is on track for another exciting and festive year.

8:15pm-9:45pm     Her-icane: All Female Stand Up for Hurricane Relief $

Her-icane: All Female Stand Up Comedy Show  to benefit Hurricane Relief for Puerto Rico
All proceeds will benefit the Hispanic Federation

10:00am-2:00pm     The Exhibition - Comedy Show & Nightclub $

The Exhibition - A Comedy Show & Nightclub at Public Arts

TOP EVENTS FOR SUNDAY, JANUARY 14TH

Check Website    12 Ways to Celebrate MLK Weekend Free/$

Check out this featured article for some great ideas on things to do this upcoming Holiday Weekend

Check Website     APAP Performing Arts Conference Free/$

APAP|NYC is the world's premier gathering of the performing arts presenting industry and the annual members conference of APAP, the Association of Performing Arts Professionals.

10:00am-11:30am     Birding: Owls Free

New York City is home to an amazing abundance of wildlife. Our Urban Park Rangers will guide you to the best wildlife viewing spots in the urban jungle. Birding programs are appropriate for all skill levels and beginners are welcome.

11:00am-12:00pm Free Gotham Writers Workshop Free

Free Gotham Writers Workshop: Cullen Thomas on Memoir Writing

11:00am-12:30pm     Animal of the Month Club: Aquatic Rodents Free

New York City is home to an amazing abundance of wildlife. Our Rangers will guide you to the best wildlife viewing spots in the urban jungle.

11:00am-2:00pm     North Manhattan Parks Super Hike (Moderate) Free

Our Urban Park Ranger hiking guides will introduce you to the hidden gems of New York City. On our hikes, you may explore nature, discover out city's urban forests, or just unplug from the world to clear you head.

12:00pm-5:00pm Vegan Market At Market Hotel Free

A monthly pop-up market featuring the best vegan vendors from the area. There will be vegan food, cosmetics, apparel, and bath & body products. Free admission and all ages are welcome. Come down and join the fun

1:00pm-3:00pm Detox Sunday With The Astrotwins Free

Get Personalized Astrology Reading And A Mini Facial At Caudalie, Meatpacking

1:00pm-2:30pm    Nature's Workshop: Natural Dyes and Colors Free

Learn how to make dyes using natural materials found right here in Van Cortlandt Park!

1:30pm-4:30pm The Amazing Stranger Things Scavenger Hunt $

On a scale from one to ten, this scavenger hunt is an Eleven. Travel with us through NYC's most breathtaking landmarks, fight monsters and travel to the other side and back with The Amazing "Stranger Things" Scavenger Hunt! For three hours, you and your team will rack up points, and hopefully, win big prizes by the end$

3:00pm-10:00pm    Sexy In the City Day Party $20

We will be hosting the day party of the year. Come experience the feel good energy of Hudson Terrace in the heart of Manhattan.
Your ticket will allow you access to the time of your life. Hudson Terrace come with mult-levels of just pure sexy ambiance. Along with all the panoramic glass views and retractable rooftop

5:00pm-6:30pm Free Classical Music Concert Free

Hear Bach, Schumann And More At A Free Concert At Roerich Museum

6:00pm-7:30pm     Astronomy: The Night Sky Free

Our Urban Park Rangers will be your guides to the solar system, discussing the science, history and folklore of the universe.

10:00pm-4:00am    Colombia Carnaval $

Colombia's culture is at the forefront of today's pop music scene and we are excited to celebrate it with an all-night Carnaval Dance Party in the heart of Manhattan's West Village!

TOP EVENTS FOR MONDAY, JANUARY 15TH

Check Website     12 Ways to Celebrate MLK Weekend Free/$

Check out this featured article for some great ideas on things to do this upcoming Holiday Weekend

Check Website     APAP Performing Arts Conference Free/$

APAP|NYC is the world's premier gathering of the performing arts presenting industry and the annual members conference of APAP, the Association of Performing Arts Professionals.

11:00am-2:00pm Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. - Family Program Free

Visit the new exhibition "King in New York" to learn about Martin Luther King Jr.'s encounters with New York City in the 1950s and '60s as he fought for racial freedom and equality. Then visit the exhibition "Activist New York" to explore activists today centered on the Black Lives Matter Movement.

12:00pm-12:30pm NYC Hamilton Workshop with Hamilton Star, Andrew Chappelle $

Join Broadway Star of HAMILTON, Andrew Chappelle (HAMILTON, MAMMA MIA! PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT) for a one-day musical theatre HAMILTON theme workshop! Andrew will teach lucky participants a song and dance combo from HAMILTON and also host a lively Question and Answer Session about his experience in this historic, revolutionary and inspiring American Tale! Andrew will also be signing autographs and taking pics with students, so bring your playbills!

1:00pm-9:00pm Art Of Nathan Jalani Taylor Studio Visit Free

Open Studios are an amazing experience for art lovers. Enjoy one-on-one engagement with the artist as he shows you and his latest artworks. Admission by reservation only. Please select a free ticket and your date. The artist will be in attendance if date and times of arrival are reserved.

5:00pm-1:00am Latin Mondays at TAJ - Salsa AfterWork Mondays - Live Music $

FREE Salsa lesson at 7pm with Talia & special guests!

6:30pm Darkest Hour Screening With Gary Oldman $

See Award-Winning Gary Oldman In A Double Feature Of His Films, Joined By The Actor Himself

7:00pm-9:00pm     Tipsy Trivia: Friends Trivia Night Free

Did you weep every time Ross and Rachel broke up? Rejoice at Monica and Chandler's wedding? Memorize all the words to "Smelly Cat?" Now you can put that knowledge to work for you at another Tipsy Trivia presenting Friends Trivia Night.

7:00pm-10:00pm    Sketching Happy Hour Free

Drawing together is awesome.

7:00pm-11:00pm     Bootleggers Free

Who dosen't like a good bargain? Parodying pop culture and corporate brands, bootleggers is a show dedicated to knockoffs. From street apparel to cereal boxes, nothing is off limits to our artists, as the DIY mania finds it's way into the walls of 119 Ludlow.

7:30pm-9:00pm     Conversations with Dr. Neva $

Start the New Year right!
Do you want to lose weight? Improve your health?
Be a part of this live taping on Monday, January 15, 2018. The topic of this show is "alternative medicine, healing the body naturally." We will have two wellness experts weighing in on natural alternatives.

9:00pm-10:00pm    Speakeasy Comedy @ Local 138 w/ Free Pizza Free

Every Monday at 9PM, Jordan Raybould and Mike Coscarelli present some of the funniest comedians in NYC for free in the "speakeasy" backroom of Local 138 alongside FREE PIZZA. Their show features comedians from Comedy Central, MTV, TruTV, etc.
Free. Fun. Funny. PIZZA.

***** HAVE A GREAT WEEKEND!

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Nov-Jan     Afterglow: A New Play by S. Asher Gelman (The Climax is just the beginning!)

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“Afterglow” is a raw, one-act play exploring the emotional, intellectual, and physical connections between three men and the broader implications within their relationships.

1/19-1/21     Club Getaway SNOW TRIP 2018

Enjoy an amazing combination of live music, unforgettable parties, delicious food and your favorite winter activities. Skiers and non skiers welcome!

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Chinese Language Learning Academy

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