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November 3, 6 am-9 pm: Election Day 2009 It’s an important election year for New Yorkers, with the offices of Mayor, Public Advocate, Comptroller, Borough President and City Council posts to be decided.
November 2, 8 am: 21-Gun Salute The USS New York, the state-of -the-art Navy ship constructed from steel rescued from the ruins of [...]
September 11 Remembrances and Ceremonies
8:30 a.m: Remembrance Ceremony, 6th Precinct For the past eight years, neighbors in the West Village have joined the officers of the 6th Precinct in honoring the heroes who lost their lives on 9/11, including two of their own: Officer James Leahy and Detective Claude (Danny) Richards of the bomb squad. Tenth Street between Bleecker [...]
Full StoryJULY 2009 EVENTS
JULY 4TH n July 4, 9 p.m.: Macy’s Fireworks Don’t miss the return of the fireworks spectacular to the Hudson River. In honor of the 400th anniversary of Henry Hudson’s exploration of the river, Macy’s gives West Villagers the chance to see the fireworks up close. Barges will be located between 23rd and 50th Streets.
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JUNE 2009 EVENTS
STREET FAIRS
June 6: 6th Precinct Community Council Fair Bleecker Street bet. 7th and 8th Avenues.
June 13: Our Lady of Pompeii Fair Bleecker and Carmine Streets bet. 6th and 7th Avenues.
June 14, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.: World Science Festival Street Fair A non-stop program of interactive exhibits, experiments, games and shows designed to entertain and inspire. Washington [...]
West Village Events May 2009
STREET FAIRS
May 9: Jefferson Market Fair Greenwich Avenue bet. 6th and 7th Avenues.
May 10: Community Board 2 Fair Broadway bet. 8th and 14th Streets.
May 12: NYU Fair Washington Sq. South between Macdougal and Washington Sq. East; Greene Street bet. W. 4th Street and Waverly Place; LaGuardia Place between W. 3rd and Washington Sq. South.
May 16: [...]
Friends of Hudson River Park Announces 2009 Season Programs and Events
FRIENDS OF HUDSON RIVER PARK OFFERS SEASON OF FAMILY FESTIVALS, SUNSET CONCERTS AND BOAT RIDES
Season Opens With Third Annual Spring Eggstravaganza on April 25
From April 25-November 14, Friends of Hudson River Park will present a series of FREE family festivals and sunset concerts in Hudson River Park, along with affordable boat rides that will launch [...]
APRIL 2009 EVENTS
STREET FAIRS
April 18: Delta Phi Fraternity Street Fair West 4th St. bet. Lafayette & Washington Sq. East
April 18, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.: Police Athletic League Festival University Place between Waverly Place & 14th Streets
April 25, 11 a.m-6 p.m.: Eighth Avenue Festival Eighth Avenue, from 14th to 23rd Streets.
FREE MOVIES
April 13, 6 p.m.: The Clockmaker (105 min.) [...]
Gallery 225 Has Gone To The Dogs - Cultural Events
Through March 15: “Gallery 225 Has Gone To The Dogs” A renowned group of noted dog artists in a show of paintings, sculture, and collage. A potion of sales to go to “Angel on a Leash”, promoting the use of therapy dogs in hospitals throughout the country. For information, contact 917-880-2752 or visit www.225gallery.net.
Full StoryMythostories - Cultural Events
Through March 15: Mythostories An exhibit of photos by Shari Belafonte at Chair and the Maiden Gallery, 19 Christopher Street. 20% of all proceeds will be donated to The Lili-Claire Foundation. For further information, go to www.chairandthemaiden.com.
Full StoryA Reading of “Solitaire” - Cultural Events
March 16, 6:30 p.m.: A Reading of “Solitaire” Dr. Rosary Hartel O’Neill’s comedy is set on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, stars National Arts Club Governor Jo Anne Boone, and is directed by Peter Bloch. Complementary reception to follow. The Sculpture Court at The National Arts Club, 15 Gramercy Park South. Free. For information, call [...]
Full StoryPhotos by Erika Kapin - Cultural Events
March 19: Photos by Erika Kapin Erika Kapin’s contemporary work preserves its experimental avant-garde past. Chair and the Maiden, 19 Christopher Street. For information, call 212- 255-0562 or go to www.chairandthemaiden.com.
Full Story“Macy’s Is Not The Only Flower Show In Town” - Cultural Events
April 2 through May 17: “Macy’s Is Not The Only Flower Show In Town” Floral themed works by more than 20 artists, including paintings, photographs, collage, and ceramics. Gallery 225, 225 West 14th St. (bet 7th & 8th Aves.) For information, contact 917-880-2752 or visit www.225gallery.net.
Full StoryRendez-Vous with French Cinema 2009 - Free Movies
March 7 and 9: Rendez-Vous with French Cinema 2009 La Maison Française of New York University, will host screenings of two recent French films, followed by Q&A’s with the films’ directors. La Maison Française, 16 Washington Mews (at University Place). Free and open to the public. For further information, call 212.998.8750.
Full Story“Scarlet Street” (102 min.) 1945 - Free Movies
March 9, 6 p.m.: “Scarlet Street” (102 min.) 1945. A prostitute’s pimp is wrongly executed for her murder, leaving the man who committed the crime becomes consumed with guilt. Directed by Fritz Lang. Jefferson Market, 425 Avenue of the Americas, (212) 243-4334.
Full Story“The Hitch-Hiker” (70 min.) 1953 - Free Movies
March 16, 6 p.m.: “The Hitch-Hiker” (70 min.) 1953
Two middle-class American homebodies (Edmond O’Brien and Frank Lovejoy) are on vacation in Mexico when their car and their lives are commandeered by a serial killer. Directed by Ida Lupino. Jefferson Market, 425 Avenue of the Americas, (212) 243-4334.
“Sudden Fear” (110 min.) 1952 - Free Movies
March 23, 6 p.m.: “Sudden Fear” (110 min.) 1952 A wealthy lady playwright marries a worthless actor who plans to kill her. Starring Joan Crawford, Jack Palance, Gloria Grahame, Bruce Bennett, Virginia Huston, and Touch Conners. Directed by David Miller. Jefferson Market, 425 Avenue of the Americas(212) 243-4334.
Full Story“Robin Hood” - For Kids
March 10, 3:30 p.m.: “Robin Hood” Presented by the Travelling Lantern Theatre Company. For ages 5 to 12. Preregistration is required. Jefferson Market, 425 Avenue of the Americas, (212) 243-4334.
Full StoryBirds of Prey - For Kids
March 17, 3:30 p.m.: Birds of Prey Encounter hawks, owls, falcons or other species up close. Presented by the New Canaan Nature Center. For all ages. Jefferson Market, 425 Avenue of the Americas, (212) 243-4334.
Full StoryTap Project Water Walk 2009 - For Kids
March 22, 9 a.m.-12 p.m.: Tap Project Water Walk 2009 Support the Tap Project and the U.S. Fund for UNICEF by walking for clean water. Join children all of ages in carrying water to show support for those without access around the world on World Water Day. The walk will be followed by [...]
Full StorySt. Patrick’s Day Celebration - History
March 17, 4-8 p.m.: St. Patrick’s Day Celebration Join Bridget Murphy and her fellow Irish servants for a back-stairs look at the Merchant’s House Museum. They’ll show you the garrets where they lived, and you’ll learn about their gruelling trip to America and the hardships of life in domestic service. Taste some of [...]
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