This Weekend’s Events At Governor’s Island, Lower Manhattan, Brooklyn: Block Party, African Film Festival, Red Hook Farmer’s Market: Asm. Fall
This Weekend’s Events At Governor’s Island, Lower Manhattan, Brooklyn: Block Party, African Film Festival, Red Hook Farmer’s Market: Asm. Fall
Editor’s note: The NYC Dept for the Aging launched their annual farmer’s market nutrition program for New Yorkers recently. Below, you can learn about some of the happenings going on this weekend in the Staten Island and greater New York City area:
Events and Engagements:
Lower Manhattan
September 20 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Esplanade Plaza South End Ave. & Liberty Street, New York, NY, United States
A revived neighborhood tradition returns to Battery Park City this fall, with children’s games and family activities, live musical performances featuring talent from the neighborhood, local business and restaurant vendors, contests, prizes, and much more! To participate email: [email protected].
Local Events:
Governors Island
African Film Festival Family Day Celebration
September 21st @ 12:00PM – 6:00PM
AFF’s annual Family Day Celebration is back on Governors Island! Fun-seeking individuals of all ages are invited for an enchanting day of free activities including storytelling, double-dutch, dance and drum workshops led by world-renowned instructors, arts and crafts, and a selection of short films, all celebrating Africa and the diaspora.
Local Events:
Brooklyn
Saturday 10am – 2pm
This weekend, don’t miss the Red Hook Farmers Market! Local vendors will be offering fresh produce, handmade goods, and delicious treats. It’s the perfect opportunity to support small businesses and enjoy the vibrant community atmosphere. Stop by and pick up something fresh while connecting with your neighbors!
Events & Opportunities:
Staten Island
Movie Under The Stars
Movies Under The Stars. Image Credit – Asm. Fall
Pack up the picnic chair, and watch a flick in the great outdoors! Through Movies Under the Stars, the Mayor’s Office of Media and Entertainment and NYC Parks bring more than 150 film screenings to parks throughout the five boroughs. Enjoy family-friendly entertainment in the city’s parks and playgrounds, ranging from great new movies to all-time classics.
School Safety Agent Exam:
Registration is open for School Safety Agents! Join the team that helps protect NYC public schools and keep our youth safe.
Banner Image: African Film Festival. Image Credit – Asm. Charles Fall
Assemblyman Charles D. Fall
Assemblymember Charles Fall represents New York’s 61st Assembly District covering the North Shore of Staten Island, where he has resided his whole life. Fall is the first Muslim and African-American Assemblymember elected from Staten Island. He comes from a working-class family of six. His parents immigrated to Staten Island from Guinea, West Africa, and displayed a commitment to improving the lives of those around them. Fall’s legislative priorities revolve around comprehensive strategies to ensure stable and healthier communities. This includes expanding resources for teachers, parents and students to resolve academic disparities, creating affordable housing options, ensuring individuals and families have sufficient health coverage and access to vital services, improving transportation infrastructure and other long-standing community concerns on the North Shore.
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