Join us to celebrate the legacies of some of the phenomenal women—athletes, activists, changemakers—who influenced and inspired Jackie Robinson. Museum highlight tours and hands-on activities will introduce visitors of all ages to women such as Jackie’s mother Mallie Robinson, civic leader and educator Mary McLeod Bethune, activist Daisy Bates, team owner Effa Manley, tennis star Althea Gibson, collaborator Marian Logan, and of course Rachel and Sharon Robinson.
Saturday, Mar. 25
WHERE: Randall’s Island Urban Farm, Wards Meadow Loop, Randall’s Island Urban Farm, Randall’s Island Urban Farm
WHAT: In honor of Women’s History Month, join Chef Adriana Urbina, an award-winning Venezuelan Chef and three-time winning contestant of Chopped (Food Network) on the Urban Farm! Take a seat in the Urban Farm’s kitchen for an interactive cooking demo that centers around foods that promote brain health. Make and enjoy a beautiful Shaved Veggies Salad, packed with nutrients to help you feel more focused, refreshed and alert. With Chef Adriana’s guidance, use ingredients harvested from the Urban Farm to create a delicious dish that both your tastebuds and brain cells will love. All ages are welcome!
Registration is recommended on Eventbrite.
WANT TO GO?
Free
WHEN: Saturday, Mar. 25
WHERE: The Players Theatre, 115 MacDougal St., The Players Theatre, The Players Theatre
WHAT: Once upon a time there was a little mermaid who dreamed of the day when she would finally be old enough to explore the wonders of the world above the sea. When her time comes, she is not disappointed. In fact she saves a young prince from drowning in a shipwreck and falls deeply in love with him. Now her longing increases, as she desires to become a mortal so she can marry her young prince; but as with all dreams, there are sacrifices. The little mermaid soon learns that getting her wish means making hard choices. She also learns how much she is willing to give up for someone she loves.
The production features a live music ensemble and includes a family workshop 1 hour prior to the Sat 3p and Sun 11a matinee performances. Here the audience meets members of the creative team as well as an actor from the production who relate how they turn a book into a musical onstage. Afterward, the children are invited to create a sea creature that they can bring home as a souvenir.
WANT TO GO?
$42-$62
WHEN: Sunday, Mar. 26
WHERE: Merkin Hall at Kaufman Music Center, 129 W. 67th St., Merkin Hall at Kaufman Music Center, Merkin Hall at Kaufman Music Center
WHAT: Sean Hartley and the beloved Broadway Playhouse cast sing, clown and introduce children to the great writers of American musical theater today! The performance includes songs from The Lion King, Six, The Book of Mormon, Hamilton, Wicked, Chicago and more. Kids can sing along to classic numbers and play games as they learn. For ages 4-11 and adults.
WANT TO GO?
$25
WHEN: Sunday, Mar. 26
WHERE: The Kraine Theater, 85 East 4th Street, The Kraine Theater, The Kraine Theater
WHAT: The Tale of An-Noor, written and performed by Marina Celander, is the tale of a magic bird who flies great distances to visit her friends the Old Tree and the Old River. An-Noor listens to her friends and they share tales of epic migrations, sorrows and loss, of overcoming huge odds, and feeling joy in everyday life at the edge of the river. Told through dance, puppetry and light An-Noor lets children know that there is magic all around us as long as we keep on dreaming and following the stars.
Show runs 45 minutes and is intended for children.
WANT TO GO?
$22
WHEN: Sunday, Mar. 26
WHERE: DR2 Theatre, 103 East 15 Street, DR2 Theatre, DR2 Theatre
WHAT: The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show has been dazzling audiences around the globe for over five years, faithfully bringing to the stage Eric Carle’s timeless classics. Created by Jonathan Rockefeller, each production of the critically acclaimed show features a menagerie of over 75 magical puppets, including the star of the show –The Very Hungry Caterpillar. Alongside The Very Hungry Caterpillar, every production of the show features three other Eric Carle stories, meaning children and families will experience a different show every time they see it.
WANT TO GO?
$48-$110
WHEN: Sunday, Mar. 26
WHERE: Rubin Museum of Art, 150 W. 17th St., Rubin Museum of Art, Rubin Museum of Art
WHAT: This month, the Rubin Museum of Art is observing the holiday of Holi, which welcomes spring and celebrates the triumph of good over evil. Dating back thousands of years, the colorful Holi tradition of throwing brightly dyed powders has spread from India and is now celebrated throughout the world. As you shake off the darkness of winter, mark this vibrant holiday by creating art of your own which evokes the happy hues of Holi. Reserve your tickets online.
WANT TO GO?
Free
WHEN: Sunday, Mar. 26
WHERE: , , ,
WHAT: Families in the ASL community with kids ages 5-12 are invited to explore The Sassoons and create art inspired by the works on view.
Due to limited capacity, the space is reserved for Deaf, Hard of Hearing, CODA and family members.
All Access programs are free of charge and require advance reservation. Please contact [email protected] or 212.423.3289 for more information or to register.
The Jewish Museum is committed to making its programs accessible to all.
WANT TO GO?
Free
WHEN: Sunday, Mar. 26
WHERE: David Geffen Hall, Lincoln Center, 10 Lincoln Center Plaza, David Geffen Hall, Lincoln Center, David Geffen Hall, Lincoln Center
WHAT: A concert featuring the music of composer Michael John Trotta with three of his most popular works. Conducted by Catherine Sailer, Seven Last Words is a multi-movement choral journey which delivers a powerful and captivating story encompassing a breathtaking palette of emotion, from intimate tenderness to majestic triumph. Following will be ‘Te Deum’, conducted by Larry Bach. ‘Te Deum’ delivers an energetic and poignant reflection on one of the oldest hymns in the Christian tradition. The concert will culminate with Trotta’s triumphant ‘Gloria’, a rare example of music that is both grounded in tradition and appealing to the modern listener.
WANT TO GO?
$23
WHEN: Sunday, Mar. 26
WHERE: The Jewish Museum, 4th Floor Studios, 1109 5th Ave., The Jewish Museum, 4th Floor Studios, The Jewish Museum, 4th Floor Studios
WHAT: Participants in the ASL Teen community are invited to explore the exhibition The Sassoons and create art inspired by the works on view. Due to limited capacity, the space is reserved for Deaf, Hard of Hearing, CODA and family members. All Access programs are free of charge and require advance reservation. Please contact [email protected] or 212.423.3289 for more information or to register.
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