10 upcoming community events
The Annual Northeast Dharma Celebration
Thu, 3 Sept 2026
Kadampa Meditation Center NYC
Join the Annual Northeast Dharma Celebration at Kadampa Meditation Center NYC for guided meditations, Buddhist teachings, and community rituals that explore mindfulness, compassion, and practical philosophy in an inviting urban setting.
Winter Dog Days November 1-April 30
Sat, 31 Oct 2026
Governors Island
Winter Dog Days on Governors Island (Nov 1–Apr 30) invites dog owners and their pups for seasonal outdoor meetups, walks and community time on the island.
Uncovering Uptown History: A Guided Walking Tour
Sun, 6 Dec 2026 at 5:30 AM
Morris-Jumel Mansion/ Roger Morris Park
Guided walking tour at the Morris-Jumel Mansion and Roger Morris Park exploring Uptown New York history, architecture, and stories in a family-friendly indoor/outdoor experience.
Special Hours: Thanksgiving 2026
Tue, 24 Nov 2026
New York Society Library
The New York Society Library announces Thanksgiving 2026 hours, outlining altered opening and closing times for the holiday. Plan visits to its historic reading rooms and curated collections in Manhattan around this seasonal schedule.
Special Hours: Christmas 2026
Wed, 23 Dec 2026
New York Society Library
The New York Society Library hosts a special Christmas 2026 schedule, offering extended hours on Christmas Eve in a quiet, book-filled setting. Explore historic rooms, peruse rare volumes, and enjoy a festive, literary atmosphere for visitors of all ages.
Membership Information Session at BAM
Wed, 27 Jan 2027 at 2:30 PM
Brooklyn Academy of Music
Join BAM in Brooklyn for a welcoming information session about membership and community programs. Learn benefits, meet staff, and discover upcoming performances in a vibrant arts venue that's home to bold New York culture.
Closing: Independence Day 2026
Fri, 3 Jul 2026
New York Society Library
The New York Society Library closes for Independence Day on July 4, 2026. This all-day closure marks the public holiday at this historic New York City library, guiding patrons to plan around the brief pause.
Library Closing: Italian American Heritage Day & Indigenous Peoples Day
Sun, 11 Oct 2026
New York Society Library
On Oct 12, 2026, the New York Society Library closes for Italian American Heritage Day and Indigenous Peoples Day, inviting reflection on two rich histories as this iconic NYC library observes the day with an all-day closure.
Closing: Christmas 2026
Thu, 24 Dec 2026
New York Society Library
Holiday hours announced by the New York Society Library for Christmas 2026, noting a special closure on Christmas Day at the historic Manhattan venue and adjusted access during the holiday period. Plan around a quiet, festive library visit.
Closing: Labor Day Weekend 2026
Fri, 4 Sept 2026
New York Society Library
New York Society Library will be closed for Labor Day weekend from September 5 to 7, 2026, with no public access on those days. Plan ahead for a holiday closure as the library observes the long weekend.