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Digital Gotham

Thousands of images and photographs of “old” New York City can be accessed for free from any PC. This class introduces myriad online resources—from digitized newspapers, magazines, and books to passenger lists, menus, and maps—many of which are available from your own desktop.

Event Date: Sep 21, 2007 3:30 PM

WATHCHING THE WORLD CHANGE: The Stories Behind the Images of 9/11

Vanity Fair Editor David Friend's work is an examination of the iconic, appalling, and moving images from 9/11 and the week that followed. The terrorist attacks were the "most universally observed news event in human history." Friend will explore the nature of tragedy, image-making, and censorship in the age of digital media through a richly illustrated presentation.

Event Date: Sep 18, 2007 6:30 PM

ONE STEP BEYOND AT THE AMERICAN MUSEUM OF NATURAL

Flavorpill, New York’s online cultural attaché to young professionals, continues One Step Beyond at the American Museum of Natural History.

Event Date: Nov 30, 2007 6:30 PM

Last Chance to see GOLD- Closes August 19, 2007

Gold, an intriguing exhibit exploring the fascinating scientific and cultural story of this rare and prized element . Open Daily-Tickets Available Every Hour

Event Date: Aug 19, 2007 10:00 AM

Summer in the City – The Rise and Flowering of Coney Island," with Dr. Ronald J. Brown

Learn how the Terhune brothers began to transform Coney Island into the city’s resort for the masses. For only pennies they could ride the Steeplechase, be thrilled by the Cyclone roller coaster, experience Lunapark, escape to Dreamland, and scandalize high society at the mixed sex bathing beaches.

Event Date: Aug 27, 2007 6:30 PM

Dr. Ronald Brown: Quakers in Colonial New York

The story of English settlers who, in 1645, were granted a charter to form the community of Flushing, Queens and their struggle to retain their religious freedoms against an oppressive governor. The remonstrance entered history, with Flushing becoming known as "The Cradle of American Religious Freedom."

Event Date: Jul 12, 2007 6:30 PM

Betsy McCully, author of “City at the Water's Edge: A Natural History of New York”

A slide-illustrated talk on the history of the city's wetlands. Through 20 years of nature exploration, McCully has come to know New York as a place of salt marshes and estuaries, sand dunes and barrier islands, glacially sculpted ridges and kettle holes.

Event Date: Jul 21, 2007 1:00 PM

A Practical Guide to Buying a Co-op, Condo, or House: Things You Should Know and Mistakes to Avoid

A presentation by Carmen Lee Shue who notes, “buying real estate will be the most important investment one will make during one’s lifetime. Therefore, buyers will need to have the experts who will carefully walk them through the process."

Event Date: Jun 20, 2007 2:00 PM

Big Onion Walking Tour of Central Park

Take a walking tour through New York's collective backyard to explore what is the largest work of art in the city. Designed by Olmsted and Vaux as a place for spiritual uplift, today New Yorkers use it for much more. Stops include: the site of Seneca Village, the rocking chair riot, Strawberry Fields and the Ramble. Meet at the northeast corner of 66th Street and Central Park West, under "Tavern on the Green" sign.

Event Date: Jun 03, 2007 11:00 AM

Water-Works: The Architecture and Engineering of the New York City Water Supply

Editor Kevin Bone will review the design and construction of dams, reservoirs, aqueducts, and tunnels needed to provide fresh, clean water to New York City.

Event Date: Jun 07, 2007 7:00 PM

The Fourth of July in New York," with Ronald J. Brown

With fireworks, parades, barbecues, beer, picnics, baseball games, and speeches, is how we celebrate the Declaration of Independence today. But how did this premier American holiday begin? Discover the history of this holiday from the Statue of Liberty to Nathan’s hot dog eating contest, from Macy’s Parade to the father of modern fireworks.

Event Date: Jun 02, 2007 6:30 PM

Designed for Disaster: New York City's New Office of Emergency Management."

This talk will focus on design and operation of new high-tech space for the city's disaster preparedness and planning. It coincides with the Science, Industry and Business Library's exhibition in Healy Hall, "Lower Manhattan 2010: It's Happening Now," designed by the Lower Manhattan Command Center. The exhibit uses images and information to describe the major rebuilding projects underway from Chambers Street to the Battery. The speakers include Henry Jackson, Deputy Commissioner for technology for the New York City OEM,; Joseph Aliotta, Principal, Swanke Hayden Connell, the architectural firm that designed the OEM; and Steve Emspak, Partner, Shen, Milsom & Wilke, who managed technology design. Required registration may be made by calling 212-592-7000, Monday to Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., or by e-mail to sibleref@nypl.org, starting June 14, 2007.

Event Date: Jun 28, 2007 6:00 PM

Food Lovers Guide to the Lower East Side: A Taste of History

The classic flavors of the Lower East Side melt together in this panel discussion on the tastes of old New York. Join us as they discuss Jewish food, community, family, and what it’s like to run old businesses in a changing neighborhood. Local nibbles will be served. “

Event Date: Jun 19, 2007 6:00 PM

Resistance: A Radical History of the Lower East Side

The Lower East Side experienced massive changes during the 1980s and 90s. The stories of activists, writers, artists, and residents who lived through it are collected in this new volume of essays. Join us for a panel discussion with former NYU professor Michael Rosen; Director of the Al Orensanz Center for the Arts, Al Orensanz; filmmaker and writer Jay Blotcher; and editor of Resistance, Clayton Patterson. Co-sponsored by the Gotham Center

Event Date: Jun 26, 2007 6:00 AM

The Greenmarkets of New York City

New York City's Greenmarkets are a food bonanza and the ultimate destination for all food enthusiasts. World class restauranteurs like Union Square's Danny Meyer helped pave the way, for what has become a beloved institution in New York City. Heirloom tomatoes, a staple of late summer harvest, were introduced to New York City residents by way of our greenmarkets. Gabrielle Langholtz, Greenmarket's manager will talk about NYC's greenmarkets, the history and future.

Event Date: May 16, 2007 6:30 PM

Suspense in the City, featuring members of the NYPD Bomb Squad

Suspense in the City, featuring members of the NYPD Bomb Squad Send to a Friend May 16, 6:00PM "Bomb Squad: A Year Inside the Nation’s Most Exclusive Police Force" is an unprecedented behind-the-scenes look at the men who protect us from the most frightening prospect of life in the age of terrorism. Starting on December 31, 2003, in the heart of the New Year’s Eve action in Times Square, journalists Richard Esposito and Ted Gerstein had exclusive access to the nation’s most elite police unit for an entire year. On this special evening, the authors will be joined by members of the NYPD Bomb Squad to discuss their often chilling, never-before-told tales from the front line of the domestic war on terrorism. A “Q & A” session and book signing will follow.

Event Date: May 16, 2007 6:00 PM

Empire STate Building and 34th St. History

Learn stories behind the buildings and the buildings behind the stories. Discover why the Empire State Building is perfect symbol for NY architecture and what luxury hotel was sacrificed for its construction; learn the alleged military significance behind Mary Murray’s tea party; see how McKim, Mead, and White’s designs helped define turn-of-the-century NY; learn the connection between Andy Warhol and a Con Edison substation; hear how the owner of the world’s largest department store drowned on the Titanic. Weekly tour led, in alternation, by architectural historian Francis Morrone and architect Alan Neumann. No two tours are ever alike.

Event Date: May 31, 2007 12:30 PM

Kent Barwick: City of Water: Examining the Past and Future of New York's Waterfront

City of Water: Examining the Past and Future of New York's Waterfront. The Metropolitan Waterfront Alliance (MWA), a project of the MAS since 1999, is a network of more than 300 organizations dedicated to helping our region reclaim and reconnect with our greatest natural resource.

Event Date: Feb 21, 2008 7:00 PM

New York Magic & Harry Houdini: Bob Friedhoffer/Houdini experts George Schindler/Kenneth Sillverman

Travel back in time for a taste of early 20th-century entertainment. Houdini devotée Bob Friedhoffer opens up with a selection of Houdini's feats including the famous "Straight-Jacket" escape, followed by a conversation with Houdini experts George Schindler and Kenneth Silverman. The finale will be spectacular as Schindler performs a special feat.

Event Date: Feb 07, 2008 6:30 PM

Grand Central Terminal Tour: Every Wednesday hosted by The Municipal Art Society

The Municipal Art Society has been giving tours of this magnificent Beaux-Arts landmark for a quarter-century, and in 1978 played an important part in its preservation. Meet at the information booth, main concourse. There is a suggested donation of $10 per person. Note: groups of more than 10 people should make private arrangements.

Event Date: Mar 05, 2008 12:30 PM

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