Upper West Side Neighborhood Event Calendar: Aug. 27 - Sept. 2
Thursday, August 27th
So Long, Farewell: Before her move to London, Stevie Keese celebrates her time in New York City with an evening of musical theatre and jazz featuring songs that reflect the memories of that chapter. 7:30 p.m. Triad Theater, 158 West 72nd Street, New York, NY (212) 362-2590.
Friday, August 28th
Lincoln Center Tours: Get a behind-the-scenes perspective of the past and present of Lincoln Center. During 75-minute guided tours, guests will learn about Lincoln Center’s history and explore the iconic arts organizations that call Lincoln Center home. 1:45 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. Lincoln Center, David Geffen Hall Welcome Center, 10 Lincoln Center Plaza, New York, NY (212) 875-5656.
Saturday, August 29th
Darley Newman signs ‘Revolutionary Road Trip’: Join Barnes & Noble Upper West Side in welcoming travel expert and Emmy Award-winning TV host Darley Newman for a signing of her book “Revolutionary Road Trip: Hidden Stories from America’s Founding Journey.” 2:00 p.m. Barnes & Noble, 2289 Broadway, New York, NY (212) 362-8835.
Sunday, August 30th
Open Studio at The Met Cloisters: Explore materials and process through artist-led demonstrations, drop-in art-making activities, and conversations with Met experts. This event is for visitors of all ages, and all materials are provided. 1:00 p.m. Met Cloisters, 99 Margaret Corbin Drive, New York, NY (212) 923-3700.
Monday, August 31st
Kids Karaoke: Looking for something to do with the kids that’s out of the heat? Come get that pre-or-post-nap-energy out singing and dancing to their favorite kids tunes. 10:00 a.m. Reverie Room, 163 West 72nd Street, New York, NY Reverieroomnyc@gmail.com.
Tuesday, September 1st
Central Park Highlights Running Tour: Go on a historical journey along the winding paths of Central Park’s most famous attractions. See Bethesda Fountain, The Mall, Strawberry Fields and many more. 7:30 a.m. Central Park, José Julián Martí Statue, West 59th Street & Center Drive, New York, NY (212) 310-6600.
Wednesday, September 2nd
Upper West Side
Gallery Tour: Revolutionary Women: How did the Revolution and living through the experience of war impact New York’s women—and how did women impact the Revolution in New York and beyond? Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States with a docent-led tour of New-York Historical Society’s exhibition about the indelible marks women left on the building blocks of the new nation. 3:00 p.m. New-York Historical Society, 170 Central Park West, New York, NY (212) 485-9268.