THIS WEEK’S EVENTS

Ongoing

8 a.m. until 4 p.m. JASA – Club 76 Older Adult Center (Mon-Fri) Join us for free senior programming. See calendar here. Lunch 12 p.m. – 1 p.m. Lunch Donation $2.50 for seniors / $4 under 60. Catering by Diplomat Kosher. For more information: (212) 712-0170. 120 West 76th St (west of Columbus Ave). FREE.

10 a.m. Central Park NYC Ever Walk Group (Sat) All medium pace walkers, join us for a free 3-mile walk every Saturday. Start and finish location is always in front of the John Purroy Mitchell bust on the bridle path inside the park. 90th St. & 5th Ave. Engineers Gate entrance. FREE.

11 a.m. The Senior Men’s Group (Tue) Weekly meetings have resumed. Participants must now show proof of vaccination and sign up for annual membership. Masks will be worn. New members are welcome to apply. Contact Denise at denise@ncjwny.org. National Council of Jewish Women, 241 West 72nd St (between Broadway and West End Ave).

6:30 p.m. until 8 p.m. Every Body Sing A new choir for everyone. For more info, email: cantituttinyc@gmail.com. Columbia’s Casa Italiana, 1161 Amsterdam Ave (south of 118th St). 

11 a.m.; 1 p.m. Bessie’s Big Shot at the Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre (Thur-Sun) In this fun and high-flying family-friendly adventure, Bessie the cow dreams of joining the circus. But can she lift more than Ziegfried, the strongest man in the world? Fly on the trapeze high above the crowd? Come root Bessie on in this variety show as she attempts the impossible and searches for her special talents. The production is recommended for families with children ages 3 – 8. Swedish Cottage Marionette Theatre in Central Park. $10 – $15.

2 p.m. until 3 p.m. Emotional Aspects of Aging (Thur) A weekly discussion of topics pertaining to how it feels to age. Topics include coping with physical and mental disabilities, financial concerns, loss of loved ones, etc. For adults over 65 years of age. Participants must now show proof of vaccination and sign up for annual membership. Masks will be worn. New members are welcome to apply. Contact Denise at denise@ncjwny.org. National Council of Jewish Women, 241 West 72nd St (between Broadway and West End Ave).

6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The W Connection Widows Helping Widows Rebuild Their Lives – UWS Chapter Meeting (Wed) Join us on Zoom to discuss topics and issues to help widows rebuild their lives after the loss of a spouse.  These groups are for widows and run by widows.  Please RSVP to dawn@wconnection.org if you are interested in attending.  Membership in The W Connection is $40 annually which gives you access to our programs and services, but everyone is welcome to a free trial meeting.

6:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. (Chinese) Mahjong (Thurs) Beginner-friendly, all levels are welcome no MJ card needed. Free to play! Food and drink available for purchase. All levels are welcome including absolute beginners. No need to RSVP,  just show up ready to play! Questions? contact sharonschanzer@gmail.com. Sign up here to be added to the mailing list. “The Speakeasy” inside Mochi Dolci, 222 W 79th (between Amsterdam Ave & Broadway). FREE.

Monday, July 1st

10 a.m. until 11 a.m. Yoga en Español Conéctate, equilibra y desafíate con Yoga en español. Esta clase de Vinyasa Yoga incluye flujos de intensidad media que te llevarán desde el saludo al sol hasta una postura máxima final. Ven y concéntrate en las inversiones y la respiración para ayudarte a mejorar tu práctica personal mientras brindas conciencia y una nueva experiencia. Por favor trae tu propria colchoneta de yoga. New York Public Library – Morningside Heights Branch, 2900 Broadway. FREE.

6 p.m. until 10 p.m. Madison Cunningham / LA LOM / John-Robert / Corrente: Beatriz Mira & Tiago Barreiros California artist and songwriter Madison Cunningham makes earnest music with intricate arrangements that don’t shy away from the electric guitar, toeing the line between vulnerable confession and confident strut. A five-time GRAMMY nominee, she won for Best Folk Album with 2022’s Revealer, an album whose title she says is neither positive nor negative, but “unveiling truth.” She’s joined by LA LOM, the Los Angeles collective trio Los Angeles League of Musicians, and a dance presentation of Corrente: Beatriz Mira & Tiago Barreiros. This program is supported by Arte Institute. Rumsey Playfield in Central Park. FREE.

6:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. Hudson Classical Theater Company Presents: Coriolanus Coriolanus, by William Shakespeare, directed and adapted by Nicholas Martin-Smith. When his pride and rage get the best of him, Coriolanus is banished. He re-unites with his old enemy, and together, they plan his revenge on Rome. Cushions provided. Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Monument in Riverside Park, West 89th St and Riverside Dr. Pay-What-You-Can.

Tuesday, July 2nd

3 p.m. B&N: June Book Club Selection Join Barnes & Noble as we welcome David Nicholls, the internationally bestselling and Booker Prize-longlisted author of One Day, for a live, virtual event to discuss our June B&N Book Club pick, You Are Here, an uplifting and unputdownable love story about second chances. While an unexpected ten-day hike might not sound like the start of a life-changing romance, you’ll be packing your bags as soon as you start reading You Are Here. Online. FREE.

3:30 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. Journey to NYC Parks: Life Cycle of a Ladybug This event will take place in person at St. Agnes library. Join us on select Tuesday afternoons throughout the summer for STEM activities inspired by our Summer Adventure theme of journeys: This week, we’ll be learning about the life cycle of ladybugs and then making our own ladybugs! For ages 5-12. First come, first served. St. Agnes Library, Community Program Room. FREE.

6 p.m. until 6:45 p.m. Bodyweight Circuit Training This circuit training class combines bodyweight resistance training and conditioning to provide you with a dynamic full body workout. Whether you are a beginner and need to learn proper form or know your way around the gym and looking for a challenge- this class for you! Come engage in exercises that target all muscle groups as well as get your heart pumping. Class meets in the community room. Please bring your own water, towel, and mat. Instructor: Jodi Brockington. Central Park Gardens – Community Room, 50 West 97th St. FREE.

6 p.m. until 7 p.m. Field House Pilates Join Sweet Water Dance & Yoga for Mat Pilates, a strengthening and lengthening exercise that focuses on conditioning your core muscles while also training your arms and legs. This class incorporates key Pilates principles such as postural alignment, breathing, strength, controlled movement and flexibility. This class is perfect for beginners but intermediate and advanced movers will also benefit. Bring your own mat. 102nd Street Field House in Riverside Park.

6:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. Summer on the Hudson: Pilates Join instructor Melissa Ricci, CPT, PMA from Base Fitness® for a flowing, multi-level Pilates Mat class that will tone and balance your muscles, align your body, strengthen your core, and give you renewed energy! Bring your own mat. The Plaza at 66th Street in Riverside Park South. FREE.

6:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. Hudson Classical Theater Company Presents: Coriolanus Coriolanus, by William Shakespeare, directed and adapted by Nicholas Martin-Smith. When his pride and rage get the best of him, Coriolanus is banished. He re-unites with his old enemy, and together, they plan his revenge on Rome. Cushions provided. Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Monument in Riverside Park, West 89th St and Riverside Dr. Pay-What-You-Can.

Wednesday, July 3rd

11 a.m.; 1 p.m. Musical Storytime with Laura Ziegler Join us for a delightful musical Storytime with Laura Ziegler from Just Accessible Music (JAM), who will read Cedella Marley’s One Love. Together we will sing, dance, and play instruments along with this story that’s adapted from Bob Marley’s song, “One Love”. The Garden at Damrosch Park. FREE.

12 p.m. until 1:30 p.m. Lunchtime Summer Concert Series Join us for a performance by Bill Ware & The Club Bird All-Stars. The Vibraphonist and Composer Bill Ware has performed with Steely Dan, the Jazz Passengers, Groove Collective, Marc Ribot, Deborah Harry, Mavis Staples, Elvis Costello, Jimmy Scott, Bob Dorough and many others. Born in East Orange, New Jersey, Bill has made inroads as a composer in both contemporary classical music, composing three classical symphonies, multiple concerti, numerous soundtracks and several hybrid classical/jazz projects. Note: In the event of rain, concerts are scheduled to be held on Friday immediately following each Wednesday performance. Dante Park, Broadway between 63rd & 64th Sts. FREE.

3:30 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. Summer Hangout Join us for a drop-in hour of games, crafts, and just chilling out in the AC. We’ve got chessboards, art materials, STEM toys and plenty more! Best for children ages 4-12. No registration required. St. Agnes Library, Community Program Room. FREE.

6:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. Summer on the Hudson: Yoga – Evening Salute to the Sun End your day with yoga in a beautiful sunset setting led by Meg SantaMaria of Roadside Yogi. Suitable for all fitness levels. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring your own mat. The Plaza at 66th Street in Riverside Park South. FREE.

6:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. Hudson Classical Theater Company Presents: Coriolanus Coriolanus, by William Shakespeare, directed and adapted by Nicholas Martin-Smith. When his pride and rage get the best of him, Coriolanus is banished. He re-unites with his old enemy, and together, they plan his revenge on Rome. Cushions provided. Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Monument in Riverside Park, West 89th St and Riverside Dr. Pay-What-You-Can.

8 p.m. Comedy Underground NYLaughs is ecstatic to present an evening of sharp wit and political humor with “Comedy & Politics: An Evening with Lizz Winstead.” In this charged political atmosphere, we are honored to bring the co-creator of The Daily Show and outspoken advocate for women’s reproductive freedoms, Lizz Winstead, to our stage. Joining her are notable up-and-coming comedians who brilliantly infuse their own struggles and journeys into their comedy. This event promises to be a dynamic and hilarious exploration of politics and personal narratives, proving that even the most serious topics can be both fun and funny. The Underground at Jaffe Drive. FREE.

8 p.m. until 10 p.m. Pharoahe Monch & Friends: Internal Affairs 25th Anniversary Already well established as a figurehead of the ’90s underground New York Hip-Hop movement as half of the foundational rap duo Organized Konfusion, Pharoahe Monch’s rapid ascension as an acclaimed solo artist began with his 1999 debut album, Internal Affairs. Ever since, both on his own projects and with his latest group, th1rt3en, Pharoahe has remained committed to the art of storytelling, renowned as your favorite rapper’s favorite lyricist. 2024 sees this revolutionary artist still representing Queens and the culture to the fullest with the upcoming release of his newest LP, External Affairs, set to be released at the end of the year. In celebration of the fresh album and the 25th anniversary of his breakthrough beginning, GRAMMY winner Pharoahe Monch brings the party to Lincoln Center for a career-spanning concert studded with special appearances from some of Hip-Hop’s greatest names, including M.O.P. and Talib Kweli—with more to be announced! Damrosch Park. FREE.

10 p.m. until 11:30 p.m. Mr. Life Of Your Party fka DJ FLY TY Hit The Dance Floor at a Hip-Hop silent disco led by Mr. Life Of Your Party fka DJ FLY TY, Brooklyn’s own, born and raised, from Bedford Stuyvesant. The name speaks for itself! He’s played drums since age 12, performing since 18; he brings life to everyone’s party as soon as he steps into the room! From clubs to venues, churches to houses, blocks to businesses… now he’s coming straight through your headphones you at Lincoln Center! The Dance Floor at Josie Robertson Plaza. FREE.

Thursday, July 4th

8 a.m. until 4 p.m. Tucker Greenmarket Local farmers sell a wide range of items including: seasonal vegetables, berries, stone fruit, over 80 varieties of apples, farmstead cheeses, fresh seafood, grass fed beef, duck, eggs, baked goods and New York’s only sorghum and maple syrup. West 66th Street and Broadway.

8 a.m. until 4 p.m. Columbia Greenmarket Shoppers will find milk and yogurt, fruit and cider, baked goods, preserved fruits and vegetables, eggs, cheese, smoked meats, pickled vegetables, maple syrup, honey, fish, and focaccia topped with locally sourced fruit vegetables, herbs and cheeses, a lunch time favorite. Located in front of the gates of Columbia University; Broadway between 114th and 116th Streets.

11 a.m. until 2 p.m. Independence Day Celebration Happy 4th of July! Celebrate Independence Day at the New-York Historical Society with humble street food and posh ice cream flavors that would have been familiar to New Yorkers of 1776! Meet historical interpreters to learn the fascinating stories of vendors who sold their wares in the streets and chef Hercules Posey, an enslaved cook of George Washington who self-emancipated in 1796. After sampling foods of the Revolutionary Era, continue making family memories together with games, crafts, a dress-up photo booth, and more! The New-York Historical Society, 170 Central Park West, FREE with Museum admission; FREE for ages 17 and younger.

6:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. Hudson Classical Theater Company Presents: Coriolanus Coriolanus, by William Shakespeare, directed and adapted by Nicholas Martin-Smith. When his pride and rage get the best of him, Coriolanus is banished. He re-unites with his old enemy, and together, they plan his revenge on Rome. Cushions provided. Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Monument in Riverside Park, West 89th St and Riverside Dr. Pay-What-You-Can.

Friday, July 5th

8 a.m. until 2 p.m. 97th Street Greenmarket This year-round market features produce from southern New Jersey, Orange County, NY, and the Hudson Valley, as well as eggs, grass-fed meat, fish, cheese, and more. 97th St between Columbus & Amsterdam. FREE.

5 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. New-York Historical Summer! Spend your Friday evenings with us this spring and summer! New-York Historical is celebrating our new exhibition Lost New York with live music and lost cocktails from Gotham’s bygone days. Swing by our restaurant Clara, where mixologists create lost cocktails to get you in the mood for the exhibition’s look back at beloved New York City icons. Then wander over to Smith Gallery to hear old-school jazz starting at 5 pm from saxophonist Michael Hashim’s trio. 1st floor, Robert H. and Clarice Smith New York Gallery of American History at the New-York Historical Society, 170 Central Park West (at 77th St). Pay-as-you-wish admission,

6:30 p.m. The Steven Oquendo Latin Jazz Orchestra As bandleader for his 19-person ensemble, the musician and educator Steven Oquendo’s powerful trumpet playing puts the “Big” in Big Band! At this highly danceable set of Afro-Cuban, salsa and mambo classics, Oquendo pays homage to the genre’s originators while simultaneously putting a fresh spin on tradition. Prior to the concert, dance instructors will share some simple steps so that even newcomers to the Latin jazz scene will be able to keep up on The Dance Floor! The Dance Floor at Josie Robertson Plaza. FREE.

6:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. Hudson Classical Theater Company Presents: Coriolanus Coriolanus, by William Shakespeare, directed and adapted by Nicholas Martin-Smith. When his pride and rage get the best of him, Coriolanus is banished. He re-unites with his old enemy, and together, they plan his revenge on Rome. Cushions provided. Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Monument in Riverside Park, West 89th St and Riverside Dr. Pay-What-You-Can.

7 p.m. until 9 p.m. Summer on the Hudson: Trivia Night! Test your knowledge at this general knowledge pop culture trivia night, hosted by the NYC Trivia League, with prizes for the winning team! Pier I in Riverside Park South, W 70th St. FREE.

7:30 p.m. Brasil Summerfest With Rogê For the past 13 years, Brasil Summerfest has brought the music and flavor of Brasil to New York City with an array of audio, arts, and culinary events that highlight the beauty and diversity of South America’s biggest exporter of cultural excellence. The festival returns to Lincoln Center for a run of performances, including this event featuring the Latin GRAMMY nominee, composer and singer/songwriter Rogê. David Rubenstein Atrium. FREE.

8 p.m. You & Me For over 10 years and nearly 100 shows featuring actors and improvisers, Michael Patrick Thornton’s critically acclaimed You & Me has brought audiences from the worlds of theater and improv together under one roof to enjoy an entire show improvised out of thin air. From Steppenwolf, Second City, The Den, and iO Theatres in Chicago to Bewley’s Cafe in Dublin, Ireland, a single bentwood chair sits center stage, a guest is brought out, and a world of rich characters unfolds in real time, passing in the blink of an eye. Starring Michael Patrick Thornton (Me) and Susan Messing (You) with stage management by Jenn Thompson. The Underground at Jaffe Drive. FREE.

Saturday, July 6th

8 a.m. until 4 p.m. Tucker Greenmarket Local farmers sell a wide range of items including: seasonal vegetables, berries, stone fruit, over 80 varieties of apples, farmstead cheeses, fresh seafood, grass fed beef, duck, eggs, baked goods and New York’s only sorghum and maple syrup. West 66th Street and Broadway.

9 a.m. until 2 p.m. Morningside Park’s Down to Earth Farmer’s Market Local farmers sell a wide range of items including: seasonal vegetables, fruits, plants and flowers, baked goods, fresh fish and seafood, beef, poultry, eggs, cheese, yogurt, honey, pickles and pantry staples such as cornmeal polenta, wheat flour, roasted nuts, and dried pasta. Corner of 110th St. & Manhattan Ave.

11 a.m. Big Umbrella Day Launched in 2018, the Big Umbrella Festival centers our audiences by sharing unique approaches to multi-sensory, interactive, and engaging artistic experiences, designed with and for neurodiverse audiences. This summer, the celebrated Festival returns as a free 1-day campus takeover full of relaxed spaces with multi-sensory experiences, performances, installations, and workshops specifically welcoming neurodivergent audiences and their families. You and your family will have access to the full roster of programming below, with the ability to drop-in throughout the day, experiencing as much or as little as you’d like. See full schedule here. Lincoln Center. FREE.

1 p.m. until 2 p.m. Closer-Look Tour Join us for a public tour of the current exhibitions, Francesc Tosquelles: Avant-Garde Psychiatry and the Birth of Art Brut and Somewhere to Roost, led by Gallery Guides. Meet in the Museum Atrium. Please email education@folkartmuseum.org to register. American Folk Art Museum, 2 Lincoln Square. FREE.

2 p.m. until 4 p.m. Saturday Afternoon Movie: Littlel Women (2019) Four sisters learn about love, life, and loss as they grow through their young womanhood against the backdrop of post-Civil War America. At the heart of the family is the headstrong Jo who aspires, above all else, to forge her own path. (Rated PG, 135 mins.). St. Agnes Library, 444 Amsterdam Ave (between West 81st and West 82nd St). FREE.

2 p.m. until 4 p.m. One-on-One Computer Help with Digital Grandparents Get in person help with computers, the internet, expand your knowledge, or get help with a specific task or question. We’re here to help! No Registration Required, 18+.  St. Agnes Library, 444 Amsterdam Ave (between West 81st and West 82nd St). FREE.

6 p.m. until 10 p.m. Summer on the Hudson: Silent Disco Don headphones and party on the pier at this quiet clubbing event featuring three live DJs spinning tunes of different genres. Arrive early! Headphone supplies are limited and there may be a wait. Pier I in Riverside Park South, W 70th St. FREE.

6:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. Hudson Classical Theater Company Presents: Coriolanus Coriolanus, by William Shakespeare, directed and adapted by Nicholas Martin-Smith. When his pride and rage get the best of him, Coriolanus is banished. He re-unites with his old enemy, and together, they plan his revenge on Rome. Cushions provided. Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Monument in Riverside Park, West 89th St and Riverside Dr. Pay-What-You-Can.

7 p.m. until 9 p.m. RCTA Summer Concert Series Featuring: Steve Sandberg Quartet. These FREE Concert evenings are highlighted by picnics and good company as live entertainment enthusiasts gather on the north lawn of the tennis courts to enjoy a variety of musical acts. The Sunset Concert Series is a prime example of how the RCTA aims to provide community engagement experiences for all. 96th Street Tennis Courts in Riverside Park. FREE.

8 p.m. Anthem to US Concert Enjoy the culmination of a months-long collaborative effort with Brooklyn Public Library to create a contemporary anthem echoing our collective hopes, struggles, and histories. This concert celebrates music that has served as anthems of hope, peace, protest and resilience, from beloved classics like Louis Armstrong’s What A Wonderful World, Simon & Garfunkel’s Bridge Over Troubled Water, and George Gershwin’s Summertime to Sara Bareilles’ Brave, and new contemporary anthems created as part of the Anthem to US project. Damrosch Park. FREE.

9 p.m. until 11 p.m. Khalil Join us for a silent disco spun by international DJ, event curator, music supervisor and creative, Khalil! Khalil is the founding member of London’s seminal Hip-Hop party Livin’ Proof and New York’s prestigious BackToLife and Shapes parties, where his musical palette, creative direction and DJ style have proved pivotal in their success. His sets weave through genres from Hip-Hop to R&B and soul, dancehall to Afrobeats, and through variations of house and dance music from the UK and around the world. The Dance Floor at Josie Robertson Plaza. FREE.

9 p.m. until 11:59 p.m. Movies Under the Stars: The Little Mermaid Grab a blanket and come enjoy a movie outdoors. The youngest of King Triton’s daughters and the most defiant, Ariel longs to find out more about the world beyond the sea and, while visiting the surface, falls for the dashing Prince Eric. While mermaids are forbidden to interact with humans, Ariel must follow her heart. She makes a deal with the evil sea witch, Ursula, which gives her a chance to experience life on land but ultimately places her life – and her father’s crown – in jeopardy. The following movie has been rated PG. Some material may not be suitable for children. The film should be investigated further by parents before they let their younger children attend. Tecumseh Playground. FREE.

11 p.m. Late Night Sessions Featuring: Gina Benalcazar Lopez y La Orchestra Esa. Dizzy’s Club (Broadway at 60th St). $15 at the door (walk-ups only). 1 drink minimum per person. Minimum waived with purchase of Student Ticket.

Sunday, July 7th

8 a.m. until 4 p.m. Columbia Greenmarket Shoppers will find milk and yogurt, fruit and cider, baked goods, preserved fruits and vegetables, eggs, cheese, smoked meats, pickled vegetables, maple syrup, honey, fish, and focaccia topped with locally sourced fruit vegetables, herbs and cheeses, a lunch time favorite. Located in front of the gates of Columbia University; Broadway between 114th and 116th Streets.

8 a.m. until 9:30 a.m. Summer on the Hudson: Tai Chi Join Silvana Pizzuti to learn and practice Tai Chi, a slow moving martial art with health benefits for all fitness levels. Wear comfortable clothes and sunscreen. Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Monument in Riverside Park, West 89th Street and Riverside Drive. FREE.

9 a.m. until 4 p.m. 77th/79th Street Greenmarket Located on beautiful, tree-lined Columbus Avenue, this year-round market stretches from 77th St. each Sunday. Just behind the American Museum of Natural History, shoppers will find grass-fed beef, goat cheese, fresh flowers, eggs, honey, baked goods, apple cider, and a large variety of fruit and vegetables. Columbus Ave between 77th St and 81st St (farmers selling at both ends of the construction wall).

10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Grand Bazaar: Staycation Market Pop-Up Today, Grand Bazaar NYC is the oldest, largest, and most diverse curated weekly market in New York City. It’s purpose-driven providing much-needed affordable retail space to local independent artists, designers, craft-makers, vintage and antique dealers, and artisanal food entrepreneurs, while passing on 100% of its profits to four local public schools, benefitting over 2,000 children. 100 West 77th Street (Columbus & Amsterdam).

11 a.m. until 12:15 p.m. Sunday Platform Presented by The New York Society for Ethical Culture. In-person at 2 W 64th St and Online: Click to join at start time | ID 863 0430 0961 | Passcode 609424. To join by phone (audio only), dial (929) 205-6099 and enter the Zoom ID above. FREE.

4 p.m.; 7 p.m. Close-Act Theatre’s Birdmen Three gigantic, stilt-walking puppets resembling birds from prehistoric times roam New York City, capturing your imagination and delighting you with their antics. How you interact with them is up to you—from afar or up-close, it’s your decision. They are playful and eager for attention. Josie Robertson Plaza. FREE.

5 p.m. Voices of a People’s History Pop-Up Performance These pop-up dramatic performances are part of a series of events hosted by Voices of a People’s History, examining the efforts of people throughout the U.S. to achieve life, liberty, and happiness—often despite others seeking to limit or deny these rights. Taking advantage of the open-air nature of Hearst Plaza, this soap-box-style dramatic reenactment of key speeches will both move and energize you. Featuring: Staceyann Chin. Hearst Plaza. FREE.

6 p.m. until 8 p.m. Melanie Scholtz Melanie Scholtz is a South African-born, multi-award-winning jazz singer and composer. She has released five successful solo albums and was named the Standard Bank Young Artist for Jazz and won all three prizes at the prestigious Jazz Revelations competition as part of the Jazz a Juan Festival in Nice, France in 2012. Her Jazz Underground concert will be a mixture of jazz standards celebrating Nancy Wilson and also celebrating her seven years in New York City with my original compositions. A meeting of North and South, they will also play some South African jazz. The Underground at Jaffe Drive. FREE.

6 p.m. until 6:45 p.m. Choreograph the Future Choreograph The Future: NextGen Ignites, marks the beginning of an exciting collaboration between Lincoln Center and Dance Lab New York in a joint mission to support young, emerging choreographers. The inaugural program offers teenage dancemakers—graduates of Dance Lab New York—the opportunity to apply their lab-honed skills in an exciting presentation of original work on The Dance Floor at Josie Robertson Plaza. Don’t miss this thrilling opportunity to witness the next generation of New York dancemakers take flight! Choreograph the Future The Dance Floor at Josie Robertson Plaza. FREE.

6 p.m. until 10 p.m. Ezra Collective / Celeste / Da Chick DJ Fusing elements of afrobeat, calypso, reggae, hip-hop, soul, and jazz, Ezra Collective quickly carved out space in the burgeoning London jazz scene after forming in 2016 when the members met as participants in the seminal youth program Tomorrow’s Warriors, created to encourage a greater diversity of young musicians entering jazz. The British quintet led by drummer Femi Koleoso features TJ Koleoso (bass), Joe Armon-Jones (keyboards), Ife Ogunjobi (trumpet), and James Mollison (tenor saxophone). Their latest LP Where I’m Meant To Be took home the 2023 Mercury Prize, awarded to the best British and Irish albums of the year. They’ll be joined by Celeste and a DJ set from Da Chick. In association with Blue Note Jazz Festival. Rumsey Playfield in Central Park. FREE.

6:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. Hudson Classical Theater Company Presents: Coriolanus Coriolanus, by William Shakespeare, directed and adapted by Nicholas Martin-Smith. When his pride and rage get the best of him, Coriolanus is banished. He re-unites with his old enemy, and together, they plan his revenge on Rome. Cushions provided. Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Monument in Riverside Park, West 89th St and Riverside Dr. Pay-What-You-Can.

7 p.m. Summer on the Hudson: Amplified Sundays featuring La Banda Chuska Enjoy vibrantly danceable live music accompanied by spectacular sunsets over the Hudson River! Featuring: La Banda Chuska / the sounds of vintage Peruvian cumbia and 1960s surf rock. Pier I in Riverside Park South, W 70th St. FREE.

8 p.m. until 10 p.m. The Brooklyn Cumbia Festival Dance to the double beat of cumbia music at Summer for the City’s silent disco curated by the Brooklyn Cumbia Festival and spun by La Colocha. La Colocha began collecting and selecting records while living on the US-Mexico border, spinning in bars, parties, and cantinas in the center of Ciudad Juarez. Weaving together the sonic tapestry of her upbringing in Queens and her mother’s roots via the Sonidero tradition of Mexico City, La Colocha’s sets move the hearts and bodies of the people who hear her play. The Dance Floor at Josie Robertson Plaza. FREE.

8 p.m. On-Site Opera – Highlights From La Traviata West Side Community Garden, 123 West 89th Street (between Amsterdam Ave and Columbus Ave). FREE.

8 p.m. until 9:30 p.m. Passing the Crown The heartbeat of Hip-Hop pulses with the stories and sounds of its Queens. Join us for an electrifying homage to the women who shaped the culture from its very core. From the pioneering rhymes of Sha-Rock to the groundbreaking beats of Missy Elliott, experience the unstoppable force of female MCs, DJs, dancers and orchestra! Dive into a night alive with rhythm and reverence as we celebrate the music of legends like Queen Latifah and Ms. Lauryn Hill, underscored by newly imagined cinematic orchestration. Conceived and produced by an all-woman team including Juliette Jones, Randi “Rascal” Freitas, Monique Brooks Roberts, DJ Reborn, and hosted by MC Toni Blackman, this event is more than just a concert—it’s a declaration of solidarity and celebration. Join us as we honor the past, embrace the present, and ignite the future of Hip-Hop. Damrosch Park. FREE.

8:30 p.m. Seen, Sound, Scribe Brooklyn’s own Mahogany L. Browne, a prolific writer and avid advocate for public art, is Lincoln Center’s inaugural poet-in-residence. Browne has written works of fiction, stage plays and critical essays, edited six anthologies, and authored another half-dozen poetry collections. For her Seen, Sound, Scribe series, Browne curates thought-provoking evenings of spoken word, spirited conversation, and presentations of new work. Tonight’s installation features Lemon Andersen, Sean Malcolm, and Alex Tyree. The Underground at Jaffe Drive. FREE.