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The Poet in Public Housing Who Turned Neighbors’ Stories Into Sculptures
Tamra Cosby, 28, said it was "very humbling" to hear her Astoria Houses neighbors—some of whom she’s known for over a decade—speak candidly about personal doubts and worries. Her new sculptures have fellow residents' words etched into them.

Reading and Discussion with Author Cherry Lou Sy on September 30 at WCC
The Humanities Institute is hosting several Readings, Discussion, and Lectures this semester. Coming up next:Reading and Discussion with Author Cherry Lou Sy on September 30 at 3:00 pm, Classroom Building, Room CLA-100Cherry Lou Sy is a writer and playwright originally from the…

Immanuel Wilkins is upholding NYC's jazz history. He's also dreaming up its future.
mmanuel Wilkins performs during Jazz Middelheim Festival 2026 on May 24, 2026 in Antwerp, Belgium. The saxophonist performs this week at the Village Vanguard. [ more › ]
The Harrison Players Present “SORDID LIVES” Oct. 22-25
Admission $30 per person Place: The Veterans’ Memorial Building Address: 210 Halstead Avenue, Harrison, New York 10528 E-mail/Questions: harrisonplayers@yahoo.com Website/Information and TICKETS: http://www.harrisonplayers.org Produced by Special Arrangement with Concord…
CCM exhibit celebrates Joe Kubert’s legacy, 50 years of The Joe Kubert School
RANDOLPH TOWNSHIP, N.J. (Morris County) — County College of Morris is celebrating the 100th anniversary of the birth of legendary artist and educator Joe Kubert and five decades of The …
Celebrating a legacy: CCM Gallery showcases Joe Kubert and 50 years of the Joe Kubert School
Kubert "has nurtured and honed the talents of countless aspiring cartoonists, illustrators and visual storytellers."
Review: ‘Degenerates’ dives deep into the manosphere
On the internet, it’s easy to fall down rabbit holes. You might accidentally stumble across online communities of moon landing truthers and Area 51 conspiracy theorists, or get influenced into making your own sourdough starter. But more insidious stuff is out there too, and just…

Akrasia
twelve months ago, he brought a flamethrower to her heart

Fleurs de Villes brings autumn floral exhibition to Americana Manhasset
Fresh flowers, botanical sculptures and floral mannequins transformed a luxury shopping destination into an autumn-inspired art exhibition featuring the work of local florists. Fleurs de Villes AUTUMN returned to Americana Manhasset from Sept. 23-27 for its second annual…

Inside Mise en Scènt, the Brooklyn studio turning favorite films into candles
What if there were a way to step inside a fictional world that has always been out of reach? Tucked into a corner on the second floor of an Industry City studio in Sunset Park, Mise en Scènt can transport you into any scene from your favorite movie. From the ultimate Y2K…

Elena Schietinger, children’s author, publishes first book for adults
Elena Schietinger has spent much of her life turning everyday experiences into stories, first for children and now for the first time for adults. The award-winning children’s book author and longtime Manhasset resident has drawn on three decades of raising her three sons for her…

Off The Radar: ‘Smoking Tigers’ lucidly captures the Asian American experience
“Smoking Tigers” does not feature literal tigers smoking cigarettes. The title of the 2023 film, written and directed by So Young Shelly Yo, comes from the Korean saying “horangi dambae piudeon sijeol.” The expression loosely translates to “back when tigers used to smoke,” and…