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Today’s Calendar
Wednesday July 24
9:30AM
Pickleball
Battery Park City Authority
An exciting fusion of badminton and tennis, this new sport has been proven to strengthen muscles, boost cardiovascular health, enhance brain function. Join your favorite BPCA staff and other adults for some friendly competition at drop-in pickleball. All skill levels welcome! Equipment provided. Esplanade Plaza. http://bpcparks.org/events/2019-07/
11AM
Elements of Nature Drawing
Battery Park City Authority
Get inspired by the beautiful expanse of the Hudson River & New York Harbor. Embolden your artwork amidst the flower-filled and seasonally evolving palette of Wagner Park’s verdant gardens. An artist/educator will provide ideas and instruction. Materials provided. Wagner Park.
2:30PM
Figure Al Fresco
Battery Park City Authority
Challenge your artistic skills by drawing the human gure. Each week a model will strike both long and short poses for participants to draw. Artist/educators will offer constructive suggestions and critique. Materials provided. South Cove. http://bpcparks.org/events/2019-07/
6PM
Sunset Yoga
Battery Park City Authority
Unwind from the day with outdoor yoga overlooking the sights and sounds of our river. Strengthen the body and cultivate awareness in a relaxed environment. An instructor provides guidance with alignment and poses. All levels welcome. Bring your own mat. Wagner Park. http://bpcparks.org/events/2019-07/
6PM
Community Board 1’s Battery Park City Committee
Metropolitan College 60 West Street, 1st Floor
AGENDA
1) South End Ave Update by Nicholas Sbordone, Vice President of Communications & Public Affairs, BPCA
2) BPC Ball Fields Resiliency Project: Public Meeting #3 Notice for 7/25 – Update
3) Presentation by Mark Kostic, Vice President, Asset Management, Brookfield Properties on Traffic Mitigation Plan for 225 Liberty Street, New Event Space – Resolution
4) Overview of Proposed Renovation to Pumphouse Park – Presentation by Mathews Nielsen Landscape Architects
5) Convene Security and Traffic Management Plans – Update & Discussion
6) Allied Universal Report, Update on SPO – Patrick Murphy, Director of Security, Allied Universal
7) BPCA Report with Security Updates – Nicholas Sbordone, Vice President of Communications & Public Affairs, BPCA
6:30PM
Alexander Hamilton, lecture by Michael Newton
Fraunces Tavern Museum
For over two centuries, Alexander Hamilton’s birth, youth, and family background have been shrouded in mystery. In this lecture, Newton will discuss his extensive research into the lives of Hamilton, his friends, family, and colleagues. Based on newly discovered legal testimonies from St. Croix, Newton explores the lingering questions of Hamilton’s birth date, places of residence, religion, parents, and more. $10
6:30PM
Rooftop at Pier 17
Concert.
Sail Pioneer
South Street Seaport Museum
Take a beautiful Sail Around New York on a historic 1885 schooner! See the sights of New York Harbor from the decks of the historic 130-year-old schooner PIONEER. The vessel, first launched in 1885, was built as an iron-hulled sloop to carry cargo along the Delaware River. Bring your family for an afternoon sail, a date for a sunset sail, or just yourself to enjoy history at sea. Get a new perspective on New York City with a sail on PIONEER. The best way to experience the harbor, without crowds, cars, and chaos. Bring a picnic lunch or dinner, afternoon snack, beverages or a bottle of wine to enjoy on your sail. Check web site for times. Pier 16 (box office at 12 Fulton Street) $28-$42 https://southstreetseaportmuseum.org
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