Week of Events
PRESCHOOL ART
PRESCHOOL ART
Very young artists are introduced to paper, clay, paint and everyday recyclable materials, transforming them into masterpieces of creativity and delight. Age appropriate projects presented by an art teacher. Materials provided. Dress for a mess!
PICK UP PICKLEBALL
PICK UP PICKLEBALL
An exciting fusion of badminton and tennis, pickleball has been proven to strengthen muscles, boost cardiovascular health, and enhance brain function. BPCA is proudly working with NYC Pickleball to offer beginner pickleball classes to the community. All equipment will be provided. Registration required, please email: registration@bpca.ny.gov
ART+GAMES
ART+GAMES
Let your inner artist shine! Join other school-aged children for art and other fun activities. Complete your masterpiece, then unleash that pent-up energy in lawn games like tag, silly races and more! For ages 5 and up.
THURSDAY ART IN ROCKEFELLER
THURSDAY ART IN ROCKEFELLER
Let your inner artist shine! Join other school-age children for art by the Park House. Art teachers lead individual and group projects using clay, collage, paint and more. Referencing our Zero Waste Initiative, projects with a focus on recycled, upcycled, and reused materials will inspire artists to care for our world in creative ways! Art supplies provided. Dress for a mess! For ages 5 and up.
RIVER & BLUES: ELJURI & CHA WA
RIVER & BLUES: ELJURI & CHA WA
Touted as one of the top Latina guitar players in the world, Eljuri is a genre-fusing artist that blends the sounds and rhythms of her life experiences into her song-writing and guitar playing.
The infectious music and dazzling stage show of Grammy-nominated Cha Wa has been described as “funk with feathers” – a sound rooted in traditional New Orleans Mardi Gras Indian music mixed with funk and soul, creating a non-stop groove machine.
TAI CHI
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 5/27, 7/1, 9/2, and 10/7
SKYSCRAPER MUSEUM WALKING TOURS: THE COMMERCIAL CORE
SKYSCRAPER MUSEUM WALKING TOURS: THE COMMERCIAL CORE
This tour focuses on the commercial core with its 1980s skyscrapers of the original World Financial Center (now Brookfield Place) designed by architect Cesar Pelli, as well as the expansive North Cove Marina and its public realm. This walk investigates how the planning concept of public-private partnership was both the principle and economic engine of the Battery Park City project and how the goals of opening the waterfront to public access and recreation were realized over three decades.
SUNSET JAM ON THE HUDSON
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!
DRAWING IN THE PARK
DRAWING IN THE PARK
Paint in watercolor or use pastels and other drawing materials to capture the magical vistas of the Hudson River and the unique landscape of South Cove. An artist/educator will help participants of all levels with instruction and critique. Materials provided, and artists are encouraged to bring their own favorite media. No program 5/28, 6/18, 7/2, 9/3,10/8.
SATURDAY FAMILY WORKSHOP: CITY OF WATER DAY
SATURDAY FAMILY WORKSHOP: CITY OF WATER DAY
City of Water Day is a free harbor-wide day organized by the Waterfront Alliance and its partners to get people to, on, and in the water. Join us at this ideal Hudson-side setting to celebrate and learn about environmental stewardship take part in a nature walk, culminating in a collaborative art project.