“Drop Dead City,” a documentary film about the 1975 New York City fiscal crisis, will be screened on March 26, followed by a discussion with the directors. The film explores the question, timely these days, of what happens when a city runs out of money. The screening, sponsored by the Downtown Alliance, takes place from 6 to 9 pm at Alamo Drafthouse Lower Manhattan, 28 Liberty St. $5 tickets include a drink and popcorn. Go here to reserve a seat.

With a Single Step: Stories in the Making of America is an ongoing exhibition at the Museum of Chinese in America that interweaves the historical and political context of Chinese immigration to the U.S. with the personal stories and cultural traces of multiple generations. More information here.

Indigenous glass art “Native Visions Reimagined in Glass” traces 45 years of Native glass art and showcases some 120 works by 29 artists at the Museum of the American Indian. The pieces explore glass art as a medium for Indigenous stores, designs and contemporary issues. Through May 29.

Photographs by 92 women at BMCC Professional Women Photographers will exhibit “Small Works,” a show featuring  6” by 6” prints by 92 artists at The Breezeway of the Tribeca Performing Arts Center in Borough of Manhattan Community College, 199 Chambers St. Collectors can buy works for $50 and support the production of the volunteer non-profit’s documentary, “Women of Vision: 50 Years of Empowering Women in Photography,” premiering in June. The exhibition, says curator Claudia Sohrens, “brings diverse perspectives into dialogue, emphasizing collective making over individual authorship.” The show runs from Sunday, March 8 (International Women’s Day) to March 21. Hours are 11 am to 6 pm. RSVP here for the reception. Photo by Linda Buongermino

Paintings by Bruce Thorn Works that the artist calls “improvisational abreactions” go on view Wednesday, March 11 at Steven Amedee Gallery, 41 North Moore St. until April 30. Opening reception with the artist on March 11 from  6 to 8 pm. Above: “Coastal Town,” oil on canvas, 36” x 46”

March Community Board 1 calendar Microhub location review; BPC quality of life enforcement; new building on Lispenard Street; FiDi-Seaport resiliency plan; 2 WTC and 5 WTC Silverstein updates

Chisel tip calligraphy workshop explores the art form and its historical methods of writing during a 90-minute session with experts at the South Street Seaport Museum’s Bowne & Co. Learn the fundamentals of drawing Roman letters using this ancient method. Participants can take home their creations and their pen to continue honing their skills. March 15 at 207 Water St., 12 pm and 2 pm. Go here to register.