Lecture on Russia and the Nightmare on 21st Street Party: How to Spend a Weekend in New York (October 29-31)
What: Interactive exhibition "The World of Van Gogh" June 19, 1953
When: Friday-Sunday, October 29-31
Where: Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience NYC - Exhibit, 300 Vesey St. 3rd Floor, New York, 10282
More: Have you ever dreamed of getting into a painting? Take a breathtaking journey into the incomparable universe of Van Gogh - one of the greatest geniuses of XNUMXth century art. Explore his life, work and secrets of the Master through state-of-the-art digital projections, a unique virtual reality experience, and a unique atmospheric light and sound show.
Visitors will discover a new way to enjoy the works of Vincent Van Gogh, plunge into the artist's masterpieces through a digital show. Guests will tour eight works and their sources of inspiration on A Day in the Life of an Artist in Arles, France through digital displays, sound effects and projection displays.
Cost: $30
What: Lecture "Cultural Wars in Russia"
When: Friday, October 29, from 18:00
Where: Harriman Institute Atrium 420 W 118th St, 12th Floor New York, NY 10027
More: Join a lecture by Russian writer, poet and journalist Dmitry Bykov.
Bykov believes that the cultural and political implications of this decade for Russia are already becoming obvious. Russia is facing global divisions, diversifications and divisions. The culture war has turned into latent and localized wars that will balance between cold and hot states.
“Russia's cultural and political elites will remain fragmented, and there will be no more peace treaties or even negotiations between ambassadors of the future and defenders of the past. But the boundaries between new cultural (and political) groups are not so clear and predictable: old confrontations between liberals and conservatives, atheists and believers, rich and poor are becoming more irrelevant, ”he said.
Cost: Free options
What: Screening of the film "Candyman"
When: Friday, October 29, from 19:00
Where: Industry City Courtyard 5/6 51 35th Street Brooklyn, NY 11232
More: Two young researchers from the University of Illinois, Helen Lyle and Bernadette Welch, study urban legends prevalent among students. Their particular attention is drawn to the story of Candyman. This is a maniac who appears if you say his name in front of the mirror five times - he rips up the stomach of his victims with an iron hook. The girls find out that a murder took place in one of the Negro quarters of Chicago Cabrini Green, which is attributed to a maniac, and decide to go there to investigate this issue.
Cost: Free options
What: Nightmare on 21st Street Party
When: Friday, October 29, from 23:00
Where: Taj II Lounge and Event Space 48 West 21st Street New York, NY 10010
More: Get your best outfit ready and come rock out not childish at this party. Here you will find tons of music, cocktails and eerie entertainment. With registration by link admission will be free. But don't forget to bring proof of COVID-19 vaccination with you.
Cost: From $0
What: Flea market
When: Saturday-Sunday, October 30-31
Where: 2 Noble St 2 Noble Street Brooklyn, NY 11222
More: Greenpoint Terminal Market is a waterfront flea market with great views of Manhattan. There are over 100 vendors selling everything from vintage and antiques to local art and design to a wide variety of international cuisine.
Cost: Free options
What: Gathering pumpkins
When: Saturday-Sunday, October 30-31
Where: Aviator Sports and Events Center 3159 Flatbush Avenue Brooklyn, NY 11234
More: This is one of the most visited pumpkin harvesting locations in New York City. Here you can visit the farm zoo with very friendly animals, have fun in the haymaking, collect some pumpkins and get some unique autumn decorations.
Cost: $12
What: Discussion about modernism
When: Sunday, October 31, from 14:00
Where: Ukrainian Museum, 222 E 6th St, New York, NY 10003
More: Join the discussion on modernism with a new generation of scholars whose research and knowledge in this field is sure to offer fresh perspectives. The discussion will be attended by professors and Ukrainian scholars from various universities both in the United States and worldwide. And Miroslava Mudrak will present her new book “The Creative World of Georgy Narbut and the Establishment of a Ukrainian Brand”.
Cost: Free options
Dear readers! Please note that due to the epidemic of coronavirus infection, some activities may be canceled or rescheduled for other dates. Therefore, before visiting, we recommend checking the information on the sites of the organizers.
But we have collected many interesting events for you online:
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- by going to this link, visit the most famous castles in Europe
- dozens of free resources for fun boring self-isolation we have collected here
In addition, look for interesting events for every day of the week in our calendar... Come in, find out, share with your friends. Before visiting, check the organizer's websites for details and locations of events, as they may change.
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