Wait, September? It seemed like time was standing still. As we gear up for fall there are legions of good talks and cultural experiences waiting, mostly still virtual, although a couple of in-person opportunities are sprinkled in. We’re looking forward to talks on Spinoza, Audre Lorde, and the medicine of “Game of Thrones.”
With the state infection rate below 1% for more than 12 days in a row, the Governor has cleared the way for indoor culture to return. Starting next Monday, museums can reopen with safety and cleaning protocols in place, although admission will be limited to 25% of capacity. We’ve got a rundown of what’s opening when as well as other cultural outlets providing “in real life” opportunities.
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As New York City cautiously reemerges from long sequestration, tours are taking place again in real life. Masks and social distancing are required, but there are multiple ways to explore the city now, including on the boats. The virtual tour scene is going on strong as well, so you can have your pick of ways to marvel and learn.
Talks and lectures in August are still on the virtual plan, although real life events are closer than they’ve been in New York City for many months. We’re looking forward to hearing from Isabella Rossellini, Masha Gessen, John Douglas Thompson, and Gloria Steinem, among the livestream programming coming our way in August.
After months of quarantine, much of New York is feeling closer to ingredients than ever before. Whether lockdown led you into sourdough starters or whiskey sours, now’s a great time to bone up on food and beverage—check out these upcoming talks.
This will be a July 4th like none other in American history, with the nation divided and a pandemic raging. An influx of energy pushing for change is bringing new hope, however. Get perspective on the politics of past and present at these upcoming virtual talks.
Naomi Klein. Roxane Gay. Doris Kearns Goodwin. Sharon Salzberg. July brings a surfeit of smart presenters, plus intriguing talks on mindfulness, English architecture, and tiki culture.
