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For Adults Saturday, October 25, 1:00pm

New York by the Book: Leonard Cohen: The Man Who Saw the Angels Fall with Christophe Lebold

Explore Leonard Cohen's deep relationship with NYC and the role it played in his life and art.

A wintery scene with snow on the ground, people in the foreground and multicolored homes

For Families Sunday, December 29, 11:00am

NYC Discovery Lab – Winter Traditions

Join us for drop-in activities for ages 5-12 as we celebrate the winter season in New York City! Examine historical objects, learn about the festive winter traditions of New Yorkers past and present, and craft a paper gingerbread cookie.

Three winter holiday themed cakesicles. From left to right: a penguin cakesicle, a reindeer cakesicle, and a winter-inspired cakesicle.

For Families Saturday, December 28, 12:00pm

Family Cakesicle Decorating Workshop with Patty Pops

Create your own winter-themed design with Gingerbread NYC baker Petroula Lambrou. For children ages 6 to 12 and their grownups. Seats limited.

For Families Saturday, December 28, 11:00am

Winter Recess Family Activities @ MCNY - Dec 28

The Museum of the City of New York welcomes children of all ages and their families to join us this holiday season for winter-inspired activities for all to enjoy!

A man and three young children make art at a table.

For Families Friday, December 27, 11:00am

Winter Recess Family Activities @ MCNY - Dec 27

The Museum of the City of New York welcomes children of all ages and their families to join us this holiday season for winter-inspired activities for all to enjoy!

The Beat Street movie poster shows the title in bold, yellow graffiti-style text at the top. A smiling young woman is in the foreground, with other characters and a graffiti-filled background behind her. The tagline reads, "Takin' the beat to the streets!"

For Adults Saturday, December 14, 2:00pm

New York on Film: Beat Street

Don't miss this screening of Beat Street, featuring cameos from hip-hop legends, showcasing the artistry of breakdancing, graffiti art, DJing, and MCing that defined an era.