Today’s Calendar of Events in Lower Manhattan 10/16/19

Elements of Nature Drawing

Get inspired by the beautiful expanse of the Hudson River & New York Harbor. Embolden your artwork amidst the flower-filled and seasonally evolving palette of Wagner Park’s verdant gardens. An artist/educator will provide ideas and instruction. Materials provided. Wagner Park. Battery Park City Authority

1PM

Adult Chorus

Directed by Church Street School for Music and Art, the BPC Chorus is open to all adults who love to sing. Learn a mix of contemporary and classic songs, and perform at community events throughout the year. 6 River Terrace.

1:30PM

Taíno Culture and Identity Gallery Demonstrations

The Taíno are one of the Indigenous peoples of the Caribbean. Join us in the galleries of the National Museum of the American Indian to learn more about Taíno history, culture, and worldviews from museum specialist Jorge Estévez (Taíno). Through cultural materials and live demonstrations, Jorge facilitates discussion of the persistence and depth of Taíno lifeways and living traditions.

2:30PM

Figure Al Fresco

South Cove

Challenge your artistic skills by drawing the humangure. Each week a model will strike both long and short poses for participants to draw. Artist/educators will offer constructive suggestions and critique. Materials provided.

6PM

CB1’s Executive Committee

AGENDA

1) 250 Water Street Brownfield Cleanup Program; Remedial Investigation Work Plan – Resolution

2) District Needs Statement and Budget Requests for FY2021 – Resolution

3) Committee reports

6:30PM

Seafaring Cats: Talk with Peggy Gavan

South Street Seaport Museum  $5 213 Water Street