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SUMMARY:It's My Park at East River Esplanade
DESCRIPTION:This It’s My Park season\, volunteer with Alliance for Kips Bay to do some weeding\, cleanup in the garden beds\, and mulching at East River Esplanade. Please meet at E 37th Street and FDR Drive Service Road. We look forward to cleaning up the park with you! \nVolunteers should meet at the park entrance at 37th St and the FDR service road. \nFor more information\, please email allkb.nyc@gmail.com.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/its-my-park-at-east-river-esplanade-4/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:Volunteer: It's My Park
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T025214
CREATED:20250903T162349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T162349Z
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SUMMARY:It's My Park at Westerleigh Park
DESCRIPTION:This It’s My Park season\, volunteer with Westerleigh Parks Coalition to rake and clean debris around Westerleigh Park. We look forward to cleaning up the park with you! \nVolunteers should meet at the Gazebo. \nFor more information\, please email westerleighparkscoalition@gmail.com.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/its-my-park-at-westerleigh-park-10/
LOCATION:Staten Island
CATEGORIES:Volunteer: It's My Park
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250906T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T025214
CREATED:20250819T180430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T180430Z
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SUMMARY:It's My Park at Wolfe's Pond Park
DESCRIPTION:This It’s My Park season\, volunteer with The New York City Mountain Bike Association on the First Saturday of each month to\, build\, ride\, and maintain trails at Wolfe’s Pond Park in Staten Island at Wolfe’s Pond Park. \nVolunteers should meet at the picnic table in the parking lot outside of the NYC Parks Department building. Please wear durable shoes (boots or sneakers). Long pants are also recommended. We will be walking along uneven terrain. \nFor more information\, please email avril@nycmtb.org.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/its-my-park-at-wolfes-pond-park-2/
LOCATION:Staten Island
CATEGORIES:Volunteer: It's My Park
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250905T103000
DTSTAMP:20260406T025214
CREATED:20250819T180111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T180111Z
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SUMMARY:It's My Park at Andrew Haswell Green Park
DESCRIPTION:This It’s My Park season\, volunteer with Green Park Gardeners NYC to undertake some weeding\, watering\, and pruning at Andrew Haswell Green Park. You can enter from 60th and York going up the hill\, or up the stairs from the FDR. We look forward to cleaning up the park with you! \nVolunteers should meet at the Alice Aycock pavilion. \nFor more information\, please email greenparkgardenersnyc@gmail.com.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/its-my-park-at-andrew-haswell-green-park-3/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:Volunteer: It's My Park
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T025214
CREATED:20250819T180007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T180007Z
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SUMMARY:It's My Park at Hunter's Point South Park
DESCRIPTION:This It’s My Park season\, volunteer with Hunters Point Parks Conservancy to beautify Hunter’s Point South Park. We look forward to cleaning up the park with you! \nVolunteers should meet at the park house. \nFor more information\, please email jessica@hunterspointparks.org.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/its-my-park-at-hunters-point-south-park-9/
LOCATION:Queens
CATEGORIES:Volunteer: It's My Park
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T025214
CREATED:20250821T213337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T213337Z
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SUMMARY:CityParks PuppetMobile: Pippi Longstocking
DESCRIPTION:City Parks Foundation is celebrating the 80th anniversary of the world-renowned children’s story Pippi Longstocking by the legendary Swedish author Astrid Lindgren. To honor this milestone\, our traveling marionette theater\, the PuppetMobile\, will present Pippi\, a fresh retelling of the classic Swedish tale. \nThe production features nearly two dozen\, hand-made marionettes crafted by the expert puppeteers. In addition to the brilliant artistry of the production\, kids and families will enjoy the incredible adventures of quick-witted and super-strong Pippi as she overcomes bullies\, all while fending off unnecessary social conventions.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/cityparks-puppetmobile-pippi-longstocking-42/
LOCATION:Bronx
CATEGORIES:PuppetMobile
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250902T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250902T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T025214
CREATED:20250821T213335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T213335Z
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SUMMARY:CityParks PuppetMobile: Pippi Longstocking
DESCRIPTION:City Parks Foundation is celebrating the 80th anniversary of the world-renowned children’s story Pippi Longstocking by the legendary Swedish author Astrid Lindgren. To honor this milestone\, our traveling marionette theater\, the PuppetMobile\, will present Pippi\, a fresh retelling of the classic Swedish tale. \nThe production features nearly two dozen\, hand-made marionettes crafted by the expert puppeteers. In addition to the brilliant artistry of the production\, kids and families will enjoy the incredible adventures of quick-witted and super-strong Pippi as she overcomes bullies\, all while fending off unnecessary social conventions.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/cityparks-puppetmobile-pippi-longstocking-41/
LOCATION:Queens
CATEGORIES:PuppetMobile
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250902T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250902T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T025214
CREATED:20250819T180000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T180000Z
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SUMMARY:It's My Park at Sunset Park
DESCRIPTION:This It’s My Park season\, volunteer with Parent-Child Relationship Association to beautify Sunset Park. We look forward to cleaning up the park with you! \nVolunteers should meet at Sunset Park Recreation Center (4200 7th Ave\, Brooklyn\, NY 11232). \nFor more information\, please email volunteer.pcrnyc@gmail.com.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/its-my-park-at-sunset-park-12/
LOCATION:Brooklyn
CATEGORIES:Volunteer: It's My Park
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250831T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250831T220000
DTSTAMP:20260406T025214
CREATED:20250422T191315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T123227Z
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SUMMARY:IZA / Ilê Aiyê ft. Amanda Maria / Evandro Fióti / DJ Cady
DESCRIPTION:Want to see the show from the best seats in the house? Try becoming a SummerStage Member for a Day! \nIn association with the 18th Inffinito Brazilian Film Festival\, SummerStage presents an electrifying night in Central Park celebrating the rich cultural heartbeat of Brazil. IZA is one of Brazil’s most powerful and celebrated artists today—a singer\, songwriter\, and cultural icon blending pop\, R&B\, reggae\, and Afro-Brazilian rhythms with unapologetic soul. With over 3 billion streams across platforms\, she has been nominated for 4 Latin GRAMMY Awards and was named one of the world’s most influential Black artists by MIPAD (Most Influential People of African Descent). Her song “Fé” was re-recorded by Brazilian legends Caetano Veloso and Maria Bethânia\, further cementing her role as a vital voice in contemporary music. From dubbing Nala in the live-action remake of The Lion King to headlining major stages\, IZA continues to shape the future of Brazilian sound and culture. Ilê Aiyê\, the legendary Afro-Bloco from Salvador\, Bahia\, is also performing. Founded in 1975 by Vovô do Ilê and a collective of trailblazing artists and activists\, Ilê Aiyê is more than a band—it’s a movement. For nearly 50 years\, they’ve used music\, dance\, and carnival to celebrate African heritage and empower Black communities across Brazil\, challenging a media environment that doesn’t always reflect the overwhelmingly Black demographics of the community. Ilê will feature Amanda Maria\, a finalist of The Voice Brasil 2023\, acclaimed singer-songwriter\, festival performer\, and member of Seu Jorge’s group. Evandro Fióti is a Brazilian singer\, songwriter\, and creative visionary whose artistic work is deeply rooted in hip-hop culture and the celebration of Black identity. As co-founder of Laboratório Fantasma\, Fióti merges music and activism to promote diversity\, inclusion\, and cultural pride. \nJoin us for an Afro-Brazilian drumming workshop with Ilê Aiyê before the show! Free with RSVP here.\nThis show will also feature a special dance presentation\, supported by the Arte Institute\, with Marica Dance Company. Learn more about Arte Institute at https://arteinstitute.org/.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/iza-ile-aiye-evandro-fioti/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T220000
DTSTAMP:20260406T025214
CREATED:20250422T191315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T153927Z
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SUMMARY:Morgan Freeman's Symphonic Blues Experience / Fusivel and Mirage People DJs
DESCRIPTION:Want to see the show from the best seats in the house? Try becoming a SummerStage Member for a Day! \nConducted by Martin Gellner\nPerformed by Big Island Orchestra \nSymphonic Blues is a journey through the soul-stirring history of the Delta Blues. One of the earliest-known styles of the genre\, Delta Blues originated in the Mississippi Delta. Symphonic Blues merges the raw emotion of this music with the expressive depth of an orchestra. Founded and narrated by legendary actor Morgan Freeman\, the show features performances by veterans of orchestras as well as the Delta Blues\, coming together in a genre-bending\, multimedia project that brings the story of this music to life. Born from the Ground Zero Blues Club in Clarksdale\, Mississippi—recognized as one of the top blues clubs in the world– Symphonic Blues traces the origins of the Delta Blues along the Mississippi River to its profound influence on global music and culture. \nDJs’ presentations supported by the Arte Institute. Learn more about Arte Institute at https://arteinstitute.org/.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/morgan-freemans-symphonic-blues-experience/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250825T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250825T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T025214
CREATED:20250801T125457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T133827Z
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED: CityParks PuppetMobile: Pippi Longstocking
DESCRIPTION:This event has been cancelled. \nCity Parks Foundation is celebrating the 80th anniversary of the world-renowned children’s story Pippi Longstocking by the legendary Swedish author Astrid Lindgren. To honor this milestone\, our traveling marionette theater\, the PuppetMobile\, will present Pippi\, a fresh retelling of the classic Swedish tale. \nThe production features nearly two dozen\, hand-made marionettes crafted by the expert puppeteers. In addition to the brilliant artistry of the production\, kids and families will enjoy the incredible adventures of quick-witted and super-strong Pippi as she overcomes bullies\, all while fending off unnecessary social conventions.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/cityparks-puppetmobile-pippi-longstocking-40/
LOCATION:Bronx
CATEGORIES:PuppetMobile
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250824T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250824T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T025214
CREATED:20250722T203111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T153833Z
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SUMMARY:TRILL MEGA JAM & Charlie Parker Jazz Festival After-Party
DESCRIPTION:The Make Jazz Trill Again (MJTA) Trill Mega Jam is a high-energy\, improvisation-centered jam session founded by Melanie Charles featuring Paul Wilson Bae on keys\, Jerome Jennings on drums\, YunieMo on sax\, DJ OOOChild on the ones and twos\, and special guests including Dezron Douglas on electric bass\, and Renée Neufville. This is a unique opportunity where musicians of all backgrounds\, skill levels and instruments gather to improvise in unconventional spaces for an experience of pure celebration and connection. MJTA is truly a movement for the people\, by the people. All are welcome. \nThis event is free with RSVP. \n 
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/trill-mega-jam-charlie-parker-jazz-festival-after-party/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:Charlie Parker Jazz Festival
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250824T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250824T220000
DTSTAMP:20260406T025214
CREATED:20250820T193233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T135021Z
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT: Black Coffee
DESCRIPTION:Want to see the show from the best seats in the house? Try becoming a SummerStage Member for a Day! \nAcclaimed multi-disciplinary electronic artist Black Coffee is bringing his talents to Central Park! The GRAMMY\, BET\, and GQ Man of the Year award winner is known for blending his South African heritage into his music through traditional rhythms and influences\, acting as one of the premier players in the country’s house music scene. His bass-filled tracks have led to collaborations with artists including Usher\, Drake\, and David Guetta.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/black-coffee/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250824T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250824T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T025214
CREATED:20250422T191315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T201438Z
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SUMMARY:CHARLIE PARKER JAZZ FESTIVAL NIGHT 3: Dee Dee Bridgewater & Bill Charlap / Gary Bartz: Ntu Troop / The Jazz Gallery All-Stars Feat. Miguel Zenon\, Joel Ross\, Kendrick Scott\, Renee Neufville\, Melissa Aldana\, Dabin Ryu\, Ryoma Takenaga\, Charles Altura / Lucia / DJ KulturedChild aka Angelika Beener
DESCRIPTION:The Charlie Parker Jazz Festival celebrates the spirit of the late great saxophonist with shows uptown and downtown that highlight the past\, present\, and future of jazz music in New York City. The third show features the dynamic duo of Dee Dee Bridgewater and Bill Charlap; GRAMMY and Tony Award-winning vocalist Bridgewater puts her unique spin on standards and jazz classics\, keeping traditions while fearlessly exploring new expression with the leading jazz pianist Bill Charlap. Gary Bartz’s groundbreaking Ntu Troop manages to seamlessly blend jazz\, funk\, and soul with an adventurous spirit. The Jazz Gallery was founded in 1995 by Roy Hargrove\, Dale Fitzgerald\, and Lezlie Harrison\, and has been a key institution in the NYC’s jazz and creative music scene ever since; this year’s lineup of The Jazz Gallery All-Stars features Miguel Zenon\, Joel Ross\, Kendrick Scott\, Renee Neufville\, Melissa Aldana\, Dabin Ryu\, Ryoma Takenaga\, and Charles Altura. Lucía was the first ever Mexican-American artist to enter the Sarah Vaughan International Vocal Competition (and win)\, leading to her breakout into the jazz scene with her soulful sound. Her debut album is releasing this year. Multi-talented DJ and host of WBGO’s podcast Milestones DJ KulturedChild aka Angelika Beener is on the ones and twos. \n\n\n\nDJs will begin spinning at 2:00pm\, performances will begin at 3:00pm.\n \nBill Charlap / Dee Dee Bridgewater\n  \nGary Bartz and NTU Troop  \nGary Bartz\, alto saxophone\nMarc Cary\, piano/keys\nPaul Bollenback\, guitar\nGerald Cannon\, bass\nKassa Overall\, drums\n*plus special guests (vocals)\n  \nJazz Gallery Allstars\nMiguel Zenon\, alto saxophone\nMelissa Aldand\, tenor saxophone\nJoel Ross\, vibraphone\nCharles Altura\, guitar\nDabin Ryu\, piano\nRyoma Takenaga\, bass\nKendrick Scott\, drums\nPlus special guest vocalist Renee Neufville\n \nLucía\nLucia\, vocals\nGabrielle Chakarji\, piano\nGuillermo Lopez\, bass\nAdam Cruz\,  drums\n 
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/charlie-parker-jazz-festival-night-3-dee-dee-bridgewater-bill-charlap-gary-bartz-ntu-troop-the-jazz-gallery-all-stars-feat-miguel-zenon-joel-ross-kendrick-scott-renee-neufville-lucia/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:Charlie Parker Jazz Festival,SummerStage
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T025214
CREATED:20250722T203111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T175601Z
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SUMMARY:Mount Morris Park Community Improvement Association Presents “We’re Outside”
DESCRIPTION:What to Expect: \n\n22 local artists on exhibit\nLive jazz from the  Charlie Parker Jazz Festival at the amphitheater\nLive sculptural performance using materials from the park\nEye candy selfie station\nFree downloadable artist catalog\nMMPCIA Hospitality station where you can sit\, chill and get to know us better\nOr bring a blanket and vibe with neighbors and friends on the lawn\n\nFeaturing work by: \nAirco Caravan · Aleathia Brown · Anna Macon · Bonnie Phillips · Christina M. Tapper · Christopher Ender Coryat · Debora Clark Fairfax · Destiny Santana · Fitgi Saint-Louis · Gabrielle Baker · Gary J. Higgins II · Jamel Carroll · Jannette Jwahir Hawkins · Larry Bentley · Laura Gadson · Mayowa Nwadike · Mike McManus · Misha Shipman · Shanequa Benitez · Shungaboy · Stefen Reed · Wilhelmina Grant-Cooper \nPresented by MMPCIA & Heath Gallery\, in partnership with NYC Parks and the City Parks Foundation’s SummerStage Charlie Parker Jazz Festival. \nSupported by: \nNYC Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council · New York State Council on the Arts · Upper Manhattan Empowerment Zone Development Corporation · Administered by LMCC · City Parks Foundation & Partnerships for Parks through the NYC Green Fund
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/mount-morris-park-community-improvement-association-presents-were-outside-2024-art-exhibit/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:Charlie Parker Jazz Festival
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T025214
CREATED:20250422T191315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T154902Z
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SUMMARY:CHARLIE PARKER JAZZ FESTIVAL NIGHT 2: Branford Marsalis Quartet / Nicholas Payton Quartet / Bertha Hope Quintet / Georgia Heers / DJ KulturedChild aka Angelika Beener
DESCRIPTION:The Charlie Parker Jazz Festival celebrates the spirit of the late great saxophonist with shows uptown and downtown that highlight the past\, present\, and future of jazz music in New York City. The second show features: the legendary Branford Marsalis Quartet\, headed by GRAMMY Award winner and NEA Jazz Master Branford Marsalis on saxophone\, who has earned his reputation as a cornerstone of the jazz genre many times over\, joined in the group by drummer Justin Faulkner\, pianist Joey Calderazzo\, and bassist Eric Revis\, each icons in their own right; GRAMMY-winning trumpet player and multi-instrumentalist Nicholas Payton\, who has released dozens of LPs as a bandleader\, along with an eclectic collection of collaborations with the likes of Common (Electric Circus)\, Trey Anastasio\, Ray Charles\, Jill Scott\, Herbie Hancock\, and many more; The Bertha Hope Quintet\, led by the titular jazz pianist and educator\, who collaborated with her husband\, the late Elmo Hope\, and who is a 2025 recipient of Jazz Foundation of America’s inaugural Jazz Legacies Fellowship in partnership with the Mellon Foundation; and Georgia Heers\, an ascendant jazz singer and Juilliard graduate who recently made her Broadway debut in Good Night\, and Good Luck. Multi-talented DJ and host of WBGO’s podcast Milestones DJ KulturedChild aka Angelika Beener is on the ones and twos. \n  \nDJs will begin spinning at 2:00pm\, performances will begin at 3:00pm. \nBranford Marsalis Quartet\nBranford Marsalis\, saxophone\nJoey Calderazzo\, piano\nEric Revis\, bass\nJustin Faulkner\, drums \nNicholas Payton\nKevin Hays\, piano\nVicente Archer\, bass\nBill Stewart\, drums \nBertha Hope Quintet\nBertha Hope\, piano\nKim Clarke\, bass\nLucianna F. Padmore\, drums\nGene Ghee\, tenor saxophone\nEddie Allen\, trumpet \nGeorgia Heers\nGeorgia Heers\, vocals\nMathis Picard\, piano/keys\nTBD\, bass\nAnwar Marshall\, drums
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/charlie-parker-jazz-festival-night-2-nicholas-payton-bertha-hope-quintet-georgia-heers/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:Charlie Parker Jazz Festival,SummerStage
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250823T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T025214
CREATED:20250801T125456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T210443Z
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SUMMARY:CityParks PuppetMobile: Pippi Longstocking
DESCRIPTION:City Parks Foundation is celebrating the 80th anniversary of the world-renowned children’s story Pippi Longstocking by the legendary Swedish author Astrid Lindgren. To honor this milestone\, our traveling marionette theater\, the PuppetMobile\, will present Pippi\, a fresh retelling of the classic Swedish tale. \nThe production features nearly two dozen\, hand-made marionettes crafted by the expert puppeteers. In addition to the brilliant artistry of the production\, kids and families will enjoy the incredible adventures of quick-witted and super-strong Pippi as she overcomes bullies\, all while fending off unnecessary social conventions.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/cityparks-puppetmobile-pippi-longstocking-39/
LOCATION:Queens
CATEGORIES:PuppetMobile
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250822T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250822T213000
DTSTAMP:20260406T025214
CREATED:20250422T191315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T143347Z
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SUMMARY:CHARLIE PARKER JAZZ FESTIVAL NIGHT 1: Ron Carter's Great Big Band / April May Webb
DESCRIPTION:The Charlie Parker Jazz Festival celebrates the spirit of the late great saxophonist with shows uptown and downtown that highlight the past\, present\, and future of jazz music in New York City. Opening night kicks off with the legendary bassist Ron Carter’s Great Big Band\, a 17-piece ensemble he put together in 2011 to record his first ever big band record. Carter’s steady\, warm-toned pulse serves as a rhythmic rudder through a set of tunes that exude a refined elegance and sonic power. They’re joined by April May Webb\, a rising star who recently won the 13th annual Sarah Vaughan International Vocal Competition; her latest LP with trumpeter Randall Haywood\, Questions Left Unanswered\, features soulful\, jazzy covers of hits like “Jolene” and “Killing Me Softly.” This show is presented in partnership with Jazzmobile as they celebrate their 60th anniversary of presenting\, preserving America’s classical music\, jazz\, to Harlem and New York City. \n  \nRon Carter’s Great Big Band\n        Saxes \nDavid DeJesus\nSteve Wilson\nJonathan Beshay\nIvan Renta\nJay Brandford\n      Trumpets \nJon Owens\nJohn Chudoba\nJohn Bailey\nBrandon Lee\n      Trombones \nJason Jackson\nSteve Davis\nJames Burton\nBecca Patterson\n      Rhythm Section\nRay Gallon\, piano\nSir Ron Carter\, bass\nGreg Skafff\, guitar\nPeyton Crossley\, drums\n\n\n\n  \nApril May Webb \nApril May Webb (vocals)\nRandall Haywood (trumpet)\nYayoi Ikawa (p)\nJacob Webb (b)\nDr. Nathan Webb (d)
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/charlie-parker-jazz-festival-night-1-ron-carters-great-big-band-april-may-webb/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:Charlie Parker Jazz Festival,SummerStage
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250822T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250822T183000
DTSTAMP:20260406T025214
CREATED:20250722T203110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T135815Z
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SUMMARY:Jazz In the Garden: Annette St. John
DESCRIPTION:Born and raised in Harlem\, vocalist Annette St. John grew up in an artistic family that influenced her musical style: equal parts jazz\, blues\, standards and gospel. She has worked with greats like Jimmy Smith\, Della Griffin\, and George Benson\, and performed all over Manhattan\, including at the Apollo\, the Blue Note\, the Village Vanguard\, Smoke and The Cotton Club. In recent years she has done multiple tours of Japan\, and she is a mainstay in NYC with her own groups. Annette always says\, “It’s Not Work If You Love What You Do!” \nThis event is free; first come\, first serve. \nSupported in part by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature\, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council\, and by the Howard Gilman Foundation.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/jazz-in-the-garden-annette-st-john/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:Charlie Parker Jazz Festival
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250822T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250822T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T025214
CREATED:20250801T125358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T125358Z
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SUMMARY:CityParks PuppetMobile: Pippi Longstocking
DESCRIPTION:City Parks Foundation is celebrating the 80th anniversary of the world-renowned children’s story Pippi Longstocking by the legendary Swedish author Astrid Lindgren. To honor this milestone\, our traveling marionette theater\, the PuppetMobile\, will present Pippi\, a fresh retelling of the classic Swedish tale. \nThe production features nearly two dozen\, hand-made marionettes crafted by the expert puppeteers. In addition to the brilliant artistry of the production\, kids and families will enjoy the incredible adventures of quick-witted and super-strong Pippi as she overcomes bullies\, all while fending off unnecessary social conventions.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/cityparks-puppetmobile-pippi-longstocking-38/
LOCATION:Brooklyn
CATEGORIES:PuppetMobile
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T220000
DTSTAMP:20260406T025214
CREATED:20250723T135508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T135925Z
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SUMMARY:Film Screening: Soundtrack to a Coup d'État / Performance: T.K. Blue and "Planet Bluu"
DESCRIPTION:6:30 PM – Concert \n8:00 PM – Screening \nSoundtrack to a Coup d’État (2023) \nThe post-colonial struggle for Congo’s resources\, told from the unique perspective of Andrée Blouin\, a neglected pioneer of female emancipation and independence throughout Africa. \nUnited Nations\, 1960: the Global South ignites a political earthquake\, jazz musicians Abbey Lincoln and Max Roach crash the Security Council\, Nikita Khrushchev bangs his shoe\, and the U.S. State Department swings into action\, sending jazz ambassador Louis Armstrong to the Congo to deflect attention from the CIA-backed coup. Director Johan Grimonprez explores a moment when jazz\, colonialism\, and espionage collided\, constructing a riveting historical rollercoaster that illuminates the political machinations behind the 1961 assassination of Congolese leader Patrice Lumumba. The result is a revelatory documentary richly illustrated by eyewitness accounts\, official government memos\, testimonies from mercenaries and CIA operatives\, speeches from Lumumba himself\, and a veritable canon of jazz icons. Sundance award winner Soundtrack to a Coup d’Etat interrogates colonial history to tell an urgent and timely story that resonates more than ever in today’s geopolitical climate. \nDirector: JOHAN GRIMONPREZ / Producers: DAAN MILIUS & RÉMI GRELLETY / co-producers KATJA DRAAIJER & FRANK HOEVE \n  \nT.K. Blue and “Planet Bluu” \nSaxophonist\, flautist\, percussionist\, composer and bandleader T.K. Blue–perhaps best known for his long run as musical director / saxophonist for Dr. Randy Weston’s African Rhythms–has also worked with greats like Little Jimmy Scott\, Sam Rivers\, Chico Hamilton\, and Abdullah Ibrahim; released more than a dozen albums as a leader; and done three State Department tours of Africa. \n  \nThis event is free\, first come\, first served.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/film-screening-soundtrack-to-a-coup-detat-performance-t-k-blue-and-planet-bluu/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:Charlie Parker Jazz Festival
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250821T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T025214
CREATED:20250722T203109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T203109Z
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SUMMARY:TSQ LIVE + Jazz at Lincoln Center: Antonio Hart Quartet
DESCRIPTION:Antonio Hart credits the Baltimore School for the Performing Arts for  beginning his life as a young man and musician – especially his private teacher Chris Ford. He initially began as a classical musician but began to like Jazz and feel more connected to the change to improvise which brought him to study Jazz at the Berklee College of Music. \nThis event is free; first come\, first serve.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/tsq-live-jazz-at-lincoln-center-antonio-hart-quartet/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:Charlie Parker Jazz Festival
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250820T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250820T220000
DTSTAMP:20260406T025214
CREATED:20250813T220817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T210514Z
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SUMMARY:Joey Valence & Brae
DESCRIPTION:Fast-rising\, genre-defying alt/hip-hop duo Joey Valence & Brae celebrate the release of their highly-anticipated third studio album HYPERYOUTH (out August 15). In the 3 years since their alleged meeting at a State College\, PA Red Lobster\, JVB have cemented themselves as a must-see live act and bonafide recording artists\, with consecutive Top 10 releases and a certified gold single for their title track “PUNK TACTICS.” Their newest release HYPERYOUTH is an ode to staying young and a celebration of individuality\, self-confidence and dance.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/joey-valence-brae/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250820T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250820T183000
DTSTAMP:20260406T025214
CREATED:20250722T203109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T164609Z
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SUMMARY:Jazz In the Garden: Pablo Rosario and his Latin Jazz Messengers
DESCRIPTION:**PLEASE BE ADVISED: Due to the weather\, the Jazz in the Garden performance originally scheduled for Wednesday\, August 20 has been rescheduled to Wednesday\, August 27. \nPercussionist Pablo Rosario is held in high regard for his versatility and his accomplished career. In addition to having worked closely with many of the great bands of Latin music\, including those of Mongo Santamaria\, Willie Colon\, Larry Harlow\, and Batacumbele\, “El Indio” had a long run as a freelance NYC session musician. Best known for his many appearances on David Bowie’s albums\, also a natural educator and mentor\, his small-group performances have\, in recent years\, centered the legacies of Santamaria\, Colon and Cal Tjader\, here supplemented by the work of Charlie Parker. \nThis event is free; first come\, first serve.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/jazz-in-the-garden-pablo-rosario-and-his-latin-jazz-messengers/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:Charlie Parker Jazz Festival
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T220000
DTSTAMP:20260406T025214
CREATED:20250815T160043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T200811Z
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SUMMARY:Jon Batiste
DESCRIPTION:Marking a bold new chapter in Batiste’s catalog\, Big Money is rooted in American traditions — from gospel and soul to blues\, folk\, and rock & roll. Batiste introduced the nine-track project with its title track\, “Big Money\,” a groove-forward anthem anchored by his guitar and the soaring vocals of The Womack Sisters\, granddaughters of soul legend Sam Cooke. He followed with “Lonely Avenue\,” a soulful\, piano-driven collaboration with Randy Newman that reimagines the Doc Pomus classic made famous by Ray Charles. Co-produced with longtime collaborator Dion “No I.D.” Wilson\, the album also features a standout duet with Andra Day. Big Money caps a landmark year that included Batiste’s Super Bowl performance\, two GRAMMY wins for his work on American Symphony\, and the chart-topping success of Beethoven Blues\, which spent nine weeks at No. 1 on Billboard’s Classical Albums chart.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/jon-batiste/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T220000
DTSTAMP:20260406T025214
CREATED:20250806T201649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T201649Z
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SUMMARY:Harlem Speaks: Bertha Hope
DESCRIPTION:FREE with RSVP \nBertha Hope\, the acclaimed American jazz pianist\, composer\, and educator will be our guest for episode 215 of Harlem Speaks Oral History Series. Hope\, a dynamic performer since the 1950s\, preserves the legacy of her late husband\, Elmo Hope\, while forging her own path in jazz. Known for her lyrical style and commitment to music education\, she remains a vital force in championing women and underrepresented voices in jazz. National Jazz Museum in Harlem Senior Scholar\, Loren Schoenberg\, will host a Harlem Speaks Oral History interview with Hope to discuss her storied career and her take on the impact of Charlie Parker.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/harlem-speaks-bertha-hope/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:Charlie Parker Jazz Festival
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250819T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T025214
CREATED:20250801T125358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250801T125358Z
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SUMMARY:CityParks PuppetMobile: Pippi Longstocking
DESCRIPTION:City Parks Foundation is celebrating the 80th anniversary of the world-renowned children’s story Pippi Longstocking by the legendary Swedish author Astrid Lindgren. To honor this milestone\, our traveling marionette theater\, the PuppetMobile\, will present Pippi\, a fresh retelling of the classic Swedish tale. \nThe production features nearly two dozen\, hand-made marionettes crafted by the expert puppeteers. In addition to the brilliant artistry of the production\, kids and families will enjoy the incredible adventures of quick-witted and super-strong Pippi as she overcomes bullies\, all while fending off unnecessary social conventions.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/cityparks-puppetmobile-pippi-longstocking-37/
LOCATION:Brooklyn
CATEGORIES:PuppetMobile
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250818T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250818T193000
DTSTAMP:20260406T025214
CREATED:20250711T181944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T200427Z
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SUMMARY:NYC Green Fund Grassroots Grant Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Looking for funding to activate a local park or open space? The NYC Green Fund Grassroots grant program offers funding from $1\,000 to $40\,000 per year\, for up to two years\, to community groups and organizations providing open space programming and stewardship across NYC. This grant program is intended to advance grassroots initiatives across public spaces in all five boroughs. \nJoin us at an info session and learn everything you need to know about applying for funding. The deadline to apply is 11:59 pm on Friday\, August 22\, 2025. \nRegistration for this session is required and will close the day before the event. You will receive information on how to join the webinar once you register. Questions? Reach out to GreenFundGrassroots@cityparksfoundation.org.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/nyc-green-fund-grassroots-grant-info-session-5/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Grants and More
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250817T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250817T220000
DTSTAMP:20260406T025214
CREATED:20250422T191315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250806T134901Z
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SUMMARY:Funk Flex R&B Birthday Picnic feat. Honey Bxby / Girlfriend / Bay Swag / Lomiiel / N T G / Kocky Ka / Music by Funk Flex and DJ M U
DESCRIPTION:Funk Flex has been spinning hip-hop and R&B across NYC’s airwaves for the better part of four decades\, becoming more than just a DJ but a hip-hop institution. The radio and club mainstay has helped break some of New York’s biggest artists and biggest hits as he continues to keep his finger on the pulse of hip-hop and R&B. This summer he’ll host an R&B picnic in Central Park\, featuring stars from R&B’s past\, present\, and future including Honey Bxby\, Girlfriend\, Bay Swag\, Lomiiel\, N T G\, and Kocky Ka.
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/funk-flex-rb-birthday-picnic/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250817T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250817T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T025214
CREATED:20250422T191315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T193320Z
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SUMMARY:Blacktronika Festival: Black Quantum Futurism featuring Moor Mother & Rasheedah Phillips / Vijay Iyer\, Shana Redmond & LaFrae Sci / Joy Guidry & Niecy Blues / Sonic Messengers / King Britt
DESCRIPTION:Blacktronika is a movement dedicated to honoring and illuminating innovators of color who have played a pivotal role in the evolution of electronic music. The movement originated in London (1999–2005) with the groundbreaking ‘Blacktronica’ events founded by artist Charlie Dark MBE at the Institute of Contemporary Arts\, fundamentally reshaping the UK’s cultural landscape. In 2020\, Professor and veteran artist King Britt expanded the movement into academia by establishing the Blacktronika: Afrofuturism in Electronic Music course at the University of California\, and later launched the Blacktronika Festival\, further solidifying the movement’s impact. In collaboration with his long-time colleague Charlie Dark\, the festival has successfully engaged audiences in Paris\, Knoxville\, Brooklyn\, Los Angeles\, and San Diego\, fostering an expanding global community invested in the intersection of music\, culture\, and education. \nThe Harlem showcase will present a distinguished tribute to the legendary Paul Robeson\, featuring Shana Redmond\, Vijay Iyer\, and LaFrae Sci. Additional performances include an improvisational set from Brooklyn’s Sonic Messengers\, a debut collaboration between acclaimed artists Joy Guidry and Niecey Blues\, and an exploration of the Black Quantum Futurism universe (Camae Ayewa and Rasheedah Phillips).
URL:https://cityparksfoundation.org/events/blacktronika-festival-black-quantum-futurism-featuring-moor-mother-rasheedah-phillips-vijay-iyer-shana-redmond-lafrae-sci-joy-guidry-niecy-blues-sonic-messengers-king-britt/
LOCATION:Manhattan
CATEGORIES:SummerStage
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