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Putting Pedestrians First in FiDi? City's Search for Answers to Start Anew
Better and safer mobility along those narrow streets has long been an elusive community goal.
Young 'Probies' Come Downtown to Learn Legacy of FDNY Valor on 9/11
9/11 Museum and FDNY partner to bring message of bravery, loss and resilience to new firefighters.
Tribeca's Baby Oysters Get a Checkup, And They're Looking Good
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State Senate Candidate Forum in Tribeca

On hand Aug. 17 for questions at Laughing Man Cafe 

Battery Dance Festival Returns to Wagner Park

Free performances on stage, Aug. 13 to 19

Free Outdoor Movies at the Oculus

Here's the lineup of family-friendly films

River & Blues Concerts Back in BPC

Varierty of blues-inspired acts on tap for the summer

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Blitz Chess and Backgammon Play a quick 5-minute game, using clocks. An instructor will be on hand to offer pointers and tips to improve your game. Every Tuesday, 12:30-1:30 pm at Rockefeller Park House River Terrace & Murray Street. Info here.

 

Free Picnic for Older Adults Downtown  on Thurday, Aug. 18, 12-2 pm, at the Washington Market Park Gazebo. A boxed lunch and beverages will be served, with entertainment by a choir. Learn about the arts, fitness and wellness programs, as well as outings, sponsored by Independence Plaza Older Adult Center. Free for age 60 and over. RSVP: networkolderadults@gmail.com

 

Work by Syrian Painter Anas Albraehe's portraits of sleeping laborers and refugees sets his dreamers amid vivid and bold colors, a sharp contrast with their temporary state of escape from the sufferings of everyday life  At Anita Rogers Gallery, 494 Greenwich St., June 29–August 27.

 

Free Kayaking from the Downtown Boathouse on weekdays and weekends at Pier 26. There is a changing booth and an outside open shower. Check the  calendar for hours. Arrive at least a half hour before closing, which is when the last boats go out.