Events - June, 19, 2026

Shakespeare's Small Words (Online)

By highlighting the foundations of Shakespeare’s language, this course brings attention to Shakespeare’s “small words”: common and easily overlooked function words that, despite their seeming...

In Person, LGBTQ+, Performing Arts/Film

The Late Night Radio Fest

As part of The Tank’s PrideFest 2026, The Late Night Radio Fest is offering listening parties for a pair of radio plays with decidedly queer...

Free, History/NYC, In Person, Legal/Politics/Economics, Performing Arts/Film

Juneteenth Storytelling Celebration with April Armstrong

On June 19, 1865, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation, enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, learned they were free. Juneteenth, as it's now...

Free, History/NYC

Green-Wood Juneteenth Event 2026

Mark the 161st anniversary of Juneteenth at Green-Wood. Bring the whole family to the new Green-House at Green-Wood to make a paper flag inspired by...

History/NYC, In Person

Battle of Brooklyn: Revolutionary War Walking Tour

Visit the site of the largest battle in the American Revolution, where Patriot troops were forced to retreat into Manhattan!Tour Highlights:Walk the Battle Pass: Visit...

Books, History/NYC, Legal/Politics/Economics

Juneteenth Book Signing & Lecture with Prof. Gerald Horne

Celebrate Juneteenth with a special in-person event featuring the renowned Prof. Gerald Horne. Dive into his insights as he discusses his latest works and the...

Free, In Person, Performing Arts/Film

Juneteenth at JCAL Presents A Screening Of: The Inkwell

Join us for a celebration of black joy with a free screening of the underrated film, The Inkwell! The film will be followed by an...

Books, In Person

Strand Bookstore Summer Sidewalk Sale!

This weekend, we’re bringing the Strand’s legendary outdoor book carts front and center for a special Sidewalk Sale, happening Friday through Sunday.Here’s how it works:...