Upper West Side Neighborhood Event Calendar: Feb. 19-25
Thursday, Feb. 19
Carnival at the Museum: A Climate Fete: Kick off #BlackClimateWeek at Carnival at the Museum. This Climate Fete is a celebration of Caribbean culture, from Barbados to Trinidad to Manhattan, brought to life through the spirit of Carnival. In collaboration with I Am CaribBeing and the Caribbean Cultural Center African Diaspora Institute (CCCADI), this after-hours program blends music, movement, costume, food, and climate storytelling. 7 p.m. American Museum of Natural History, 77th Street and Central Park West, New York, NY; 212-769-5100.
Friday, Feb. 20
Adult Board and Card Games: All Bridge, Mahjong and tabletop game players can join the NYPL for two hours of gaming fun. 10 a.m. Riverside Library, 127 Amsterdam Ave., New York, NY; 212-870-1810.
Saturday, Feb. 21
La Experiencia Medieval: Talleres Bilingües y Educativos: Share ideas and enjoy hands-on gallery activities that bring medieval works of art to life. This is presented in Spanish and English and recommended for families with children ages 3 to 11. 2 p.m. Met Cloisters, 99 Margaret Corbin Dr., New York, NY; 212-923-3700.
Sunday, Feb. 22
The Silent Clowns Film Series: Lupino Lane: Music Hall to Hollywood: Come to New York City’s longest-running regularly scheduled showcase for classic silent film comedy. Forgotten clown Lupino Lane was a huge star of the British variety stage who transferred its traditions and his talents to American movie studios. 2:30 p.m. Symphony Space, 2537 Broadway at 95th Street, New York, NY; 212-864-5400.
Monday, Feb. 23
RETRO Dance Fitness: Come dance to classic pop tunes to enhance your cardio conditioning. 6:30 p.m. Gertrude Ederle Recreation Center, 232 W. 60th St., New York, NY; 212-397-3159.
Tuesday, Feb. 24
Self-Guided Tours: The Cathedral is open for sightseeing in addition to prayer, meditation, and reflection. Timed tickets are strongly encouraged. 9:30 a.m. Cathedral of St. John the Divine, 1047 Amsterdam Ave., at 112th Street, New York, NY; 212-316-7540.
Wednesday, Feb. 25
Books That Changed My Life | William Greenberg Desserts Bakes Vegan: When Carol Becker first took over William Greenberg Desserts 15 years ago, she never imagined she’d one day be introducing plant-based recipes into the Upper East Side institution’s offerings. Join the JCC for a conversation celebrating “William Greenberg Desserts Bakes Vegan,” Becker’s new cookbook. The book features 50 recipes that honor Jewish baking while embracing today’s plant-based interests. 7 p.m. Marlene Meyerson JCC, 334 Amsterdam Ave., New York, NY; 646-505-4444.