Latest Past Events
Birthday Tribute Toni Morrison: The Pieces I Am Screening and Talkback
The Center for Fiction 15 Lafayette Avenue, BrooklynSince her passing on August 5, 2019, Toni Morrison’s novels, essays, and interviews comfort and continually remind us of her genius. She is one of the most profound writers and thinkers who’s ever lived. We invite you to gather together on her birthday to honor her awesome legacy. We will screen the award-winning documentary Toni Morrison: The […]
Eat Joy: Stories and Comfort Food From Celebrated Writers
Symphony Space 2537 Broadway, New YorkArt and food go hand in hand in this exciting new collection of culinary essays, illustrations, and recipes, Eat Joy, which explores how food connects us to others and provides comfort. Acclaimed food writer Helen Rosner leads a unique evening of storytelling and conversation, featuring several of the book's contributors, including an introduction from editor Natalie Eve Garrett, and […]
Presidents’ Day: Cacao with the Founders
New-York Historical Society 170 Central Park West, New YorkA cozy and tasty celebration for Presidents' Day! Learn about colonial hot chocolate with early American chocolate enthusiasts President George Washington and First Lady Martha Washington, as portrayed by historical interpreters, and chat with President James Madison and First Lady Dolley Madison. In between sips of cocoa, visit hands-on stations to learn about chocolate’s journey […]