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Leonard Bernstein

92nd Street Y

One of this country’s foremost composers, conductors and pianists, we’ll trace his story from his early Broadway triumphs, On the Town and Wonderful Town to his iconic West Side Story and his many film scores and classical pieces; truly an unforgettable body of work.

(1061) All levels 18 and older
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Charles Renfro: The Future of Cities

92nd Street Y

This program is taking place remotely. If you have signed up, you will receive an email with details of how to access the program. After the event, you will have exclusive access to view the program again at any time. ___________ Join Charles Renfro, partner at Diller Scofidio + Renfro, for a fascinating discussion with Zeitguide founder Brad Grossman about how public and private spaces are changing in 2020—and where they might go next. ...

(1061) All levels 18 and older
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The Rise of the New Republican Party

92nd Street Y

This program is taking place remotely. If you have signed up, you will receive an email with details of how to access the program. __________________________ In Burning Down the House, historian Julian Zelizer pinpoints the moment when our country was set on a path toward an era of bitterly partisan and ruthless politics, an era that was ignited by Newt Gingrich and his allies. In 1989, Gingrich brought down Democratic Speaker of the House...

(1061) All levels 18 and older
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Certificate in Applied Positive Psychology

New York Open Center

Certificate in Applied Positive Psychology and the Science of Happiness New York Open Center Positive Psychology Training Program Overview Positive psychology (PP) is a new and rapidly growing field that demonstrates what individuals, organizations, and communities need in order to flourish. Where traditional psychology focused on alleviating mental illness and emotional suffering, positive psychology aims to create more well-being, happiness...

(299) All levels 18 and older
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$3,950

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Zero Waste Living Spotlight

Be Social Change @ BSC Virtual Clasroom

What have you heard about zero waste living? Is it actually achievable or does it make daily sustainable living practices seem easy or inaccessible, especially in the age of COVID-19? If you’re new to living sustainably and social impact or are already a reduced waste advocate, this event will share simple and clear best practices for how to lead a lifestyle that has a positive impact on the environment. Our expert panelists will discuss everything...

(245) All levels 18 and older
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What Is the Political?

Brooklyn Institute for Social Research

From classical philosophy to contemporary conversation, politics is often assumed to be an extension of morality, an application of principles, or an obvious fact of identity or social position. But what makes something specifically political? Is there something about “the political” that distinguishes it from any number of related areas of inquiry such as economics, morality, or even aesthetics?  In this class we’ll explore these questions...

(29) All levels 21 and older
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Emily Brontë: Wuthering Heights

Brooklyn Institute for Social Research

A novel of cruelty, poisoned love, ruthless necessity, intergenerational vendettas, memory and revenge, Emily Brontë’s Wuthering Heights remains an opulent enigma. First published under the male pseudonym, Ellis Bell, the book puzzled and repulsed its initial readers, who castigated it for immorality but reluctantly acknowledged its inscrutable power.  In a preface to the novel, Charlotte Brontë attempted to vindicate her sister by arguing...

(29) All levels 21 and older
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Partitions: the Politics of Separation

Brooklyn Institute for Social Research

From the population exchange that forged modern Greece and Turkey to the post-WWII division of South Asia and Palestine to the more recent dissolution of Yugoslavia, the 20th century was a time of partition and the compulsory movement of peoples. Often narrated as the inevitable result of different national and ethnic groups inhabiting the same territory–the outcome of “age old” prejudices and mutual hatred–partitions are in fact a thoroughly...

(29) All levels 21 and older
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$315

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Kathy Acker: Experimentation and Transgression

Brooklyn Institute for Social Research

Spanning many forms—novels, plays, and essays—Kathy Acker’s work is hard to classify. Above all, Acker aims to challenge established literary conventions, and she does so by experimenting with methods of cut-up (inspired by William S. Burroughs), mash-up, sampling, and transposition. She “steals” characters and plotlines from writers like Charles Dickens, Georges Bataille, Daniel Hawthorne, and Emily Brontë. And she mines content from...

(29) All levels 21 and older
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Sharia: An Introduction to Islamic Law

Brooklyn Institute for Social Research @ 68 Jay St, Brooklyn, NY

Sharia is often portrayed as Islamic legal maxims and corporal punishment—a rigid, “medieval” religious law, dating from the 7th century Arabia, that’s allegedly incompatible with modern democracy. But this image bears little resemblance to reality. Not only is Sharia a highly complex legal system, it’s also a metaphysical idea, a way of talking about communal life, and a moral law constantly subject to criticism, debate,...

(29) All levels 21 and older
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$315

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Race, Reproduction, and Right-Wing Feminism

Brooklyn Institute for Social Research

Femonationalism: Race, Reproduction, and Right-Wing Feminism How and when have colonial and racist oppression been perpetrated in the name of women’s rights? How did eugenics, xenophobia, and nationalism become the project of some feminists, even to this day? While feminist liberation struggles continue to dream abolitionist futures and shape history, certain strands of women’s activism have been anti-liberatory, right from the get-go. In other...

(29) All levels 21 and older
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The Making of the Modern Middle East

Brooklyn Institute for Social Research

The Making of the Modern Middle East: From Postcolonialism to the Arab Spring The last decade has seen revolutionary movements take place throughout the Middle East and North Africa. From Tunisia and Egypt to Sudan, Libya, Syria, Yemen, and Bahrain, people have banded together (with mixed results) in attempts to overturn long-standing dictators and authoritarian regimes. Yet many of the regimes in question were themselves the heirs to an earlier...

(29) All levels 21 and older
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Herbs, Ritual & Sacred Ceremony

New York Open Center

Do you long to find ritual practices to help you become more centered in your authentic self? Meaningful ritual is vital to our healing. In this experiential course, we’ll explore essential facets of crafting your own rituals and ceremonies, including: Developing a relationship with the four elements and seven directions Creating a safe container for group work Using symbol and metaphor to communicate the unsayable The wisdom and guidance...

(299) All levels 18 and older
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Healing Power: An Introduction to a Vocal Community

New York Open Center

There is an incredible power in the human voice, and when voices are blended for the common good, they become a vocal community. Join Dr. Ysaye Barnwell — commissioned composer, Sweet Honey In The Rock® vocalist, classical instrumentalist, sign language interpreter and prolific leader in the field of African-American Singing Traditions — to participate in this special evening workshop. Singers and non-singers alike will share the common experience...

(299) All levels 18 and older
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Psychedelics for the Treatment of End-of-Life Distress

New York Open Center

Psychedelics for Palliative Care and the Treatment of End-of-Life Existential Distress Existential despair, anxiety and depression are far too common at the end of life. This webinar will focus on findings from psychedelic research relieving the psychological and existential suffering associated with a life-threatening illness or the end of life.The 2016 landmark NYU School of Medicine clinical trial demonstrated the efficacy of a single psilocybin-generated...

(299) All levels 18 and older
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Ladies First Astoria

Q.E.D.

Ladies First Astoria is hosting a workshop about sexual harassment and assault, specifically the day-to-day experiences we face as women.  The discussion will include harassment in the workplace, on the street, and in dating/relationships. We will have a panel of experts to help give us the tools to diffuse such situations when possible, process them and defend ourselves. 

(252) All levels 18 and older
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Modern Ruin: A World's Fair Pavilion

Q.E.D.

Join filmmaker Matthew Silva for a screening of his 2015 documentary Modern Ruin: A World's Fair Pavilion. This film tells the story of Philip Johnson's New York State Pavilion during the glory days of the fair, and chronicles its demise over the past 50 years. The film details its post-fair use as a 60's concert venue and 70's roller rink, including the years of neglect and recent growing advocacy efforts.  Stay for a Q&A session with...

(252) Beginner 16 and older
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Witches of Old New York

Q.E.D. @ Virtual Classroom

Did you miss our sold-out lecture in March? We’re bringing it back virtually on Zoom as a fundraiser to help QED reopen when they can. This lecture will be a special Mother’s Day edition, so you can share this in event virtually with your mom! On this talk, Marie Carter will take you on a journey back in time to learn about the women who were considered “witches” in pre-twentieth century New York. Learn about New York City’s only witch...

(252) All levels 18 and older
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Happier Hour: Philosophy To Make Your Life Suck Less

Caveat @ 21-A Clinton St, New York, NY

The Happier Hour is a monthly event series bringing philosophy out of the ivory tower of academia and into our modern day agora: the bar. It’s like the self-help section– only way funnier, smarter, and with booze. And now it’s a podcast too! 

(25) All levels 21 and older
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Fireside Chat with Jumaane Williams

Be Social Change

Did you know that the Public Advocate keeps our government accountable to make decisions that are best for its people?  In February, Jumaane Williams was elected as the Public Advocate for New York City, an official who rises above politics and serves as a champion for the people. Jumaane is an activist dedicated to issues like truly affordable housing, tenant rights, and criminal justice reform, but most importantly he’s devoted to being...

(245) All levels 18 and older
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