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What Mad Pursuit?
Think Olio @ 1000 5th Ave, New York, NY 10028
"What mad pursuit? What struggle to escape? What pipes and timbrels? What wild ecstasy?" —"Ode on a Grecian Urn" by John Keats Since Plato published the Republic, ekphrasis has survived as a form of response for thousands of years. Artists throughout history have used ekphrasis to read between the lines of art, music, literature, and everything in between. In this Olio, we will briefly discuss and learn about ekphrastic poetry,...
Friday Aug 4th, 5–7pm Eastern Time
Waking the Senses: An Exploration in Watercolor
Think Olio @ 1063 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11216
This 3-part Olio workshop will introduce us to formal painting skills while emphasizing the therapeutic nature of the material. During these three sessions, we will explore the technical aspects of watercolor painting - focusing on different elements over each week: light, color, and composition. We’ll come to understand that “learning how to paint ''in the traditional sense can intersect with the therapeutic and mindful use of watercolor painting. ...
Wednesday Sep 27th, 6:30–8:30pm Eastern Time
(3 sessions)
The Caribbean Roots of Hip-Hop Music
Full Course Title: Return of the Rub a Dub: The Caribbean Roots of Hip-Hop Music We'll be celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Hip Hop by going on a historical journey to uncover some lesser known roots of the music we know and love today. From techniques like sampling and scratching to the art of toasting (rapping) over looping melodies Hip-Hop music and culture has an undeniable Caribbean influence that is much less spoken about than its South...
Friday Jun 30th, 12–2pm Eastern Time
My Brother's Name is Kenny: The Greatest True Hip-Hop
Museum of the City of New York - Public @ 1220 5th Ave , New York, NY 10029
My Brother's Name is Kenny: The Greatest True Hip-Hop Story Ever Told Courtesy, Kenny Parker To mark the 50th Anniversary of Hip-Hop, join us for an intimate talk with renowned DJ and music producer Kenny Parker as he shares a behind-the-scenes look at the evolution of Rap music and reveals never-before-told stories from Hip-Hop's golden era. Kenny's 2022 book, My Brother's Name is Kenny: The Greatest True Hip-Hop Story Ever Told, provides a first-hand...
Thursday Jul 6th, 6:30–8:30pm Eastern Time
BLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR)
Borough of Manhattan Community College @ 199 Chambers St, New York, NY 10007
This American Heart Association course teaches high-quality Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for adults, children, and infants, along with the Chain of Survival for Healthcare Professionals. The important early use of an AED and relief of foreign-body airway obstruction (choking) for adults and infants is emphasized. Basic Life Support (BLS) is the foundation for saving lives after cardiac arrest. Students learn completely in person...
Wednesday Jul 12th, 3–7pm Eastern Time
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Childbirth Education One Day Dive
Birth Day Presence @ 477 7th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11215
This One Day Dive childbirth preparation course is ideal for parents who prefer to digest the material more fully, engage in rich discussions, and have an opportunity to practice pain-relief techniques, rather than just learn about them. Our childbirth preparation classes are well rounded and accessible and in this group format you'll have the opportunity to communicate directly with your expert instructor and interact with other expectant...
Sunday Jun 18th, 10:15am–3:45pm Eastern Time
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Reiki Level 1 Training and Certification
Vibra Wellness @ 141 W 28th St, New York, NY 10001
This Reiki Level One training is a combination of the traditional Japanese Usui style, the Western-style as introduced by Mrs. Takata, and Holy Fire® Reiki, introduced by the International Center for Reiki Training. At the completion of this training, you will achieve an excellent foundation and be able to give Reiki treatments to yourself and your loved ones. This beginning training is one of the most thorough and comprehensive available, taught...
Saturday Sep 23rd, 10am–6pm Eastern Time
(2 sessions)
Childbirth Education Basics (3 Hours)
Birth Day Presence @ 141 W 72nd St #1, New York, NY 10023
ALL in person instructors are fully vaccinated and COVID safety measures will be implemented. All participants must show proof of vaccination (via Excelsior app or photo of Vaccination card, must be two weeks since second dose). This fast and furious childbirth preparation class is an interactive, intimate in-person group class in Park Slope, Brooklyn. Our childbirth preparation classes are well rounded and accessible and you'll have the opportunity...
Sunday Jun 11th, 11am–2pm Eastern Time
How to Meet and Connect with Women (3-Day Bootcamp)
This bootcamp is an intensive program designed to help a man learn how to approach women, start conversations, and set up a dates. The program includes lecture, role-play, infield practice, and real time feedback from some of the world's top dating coaches. Day 1: Evening Session 1 Understand and overcome your fears: We start by explaining the causes of approach anxiety, answering your questions, and then working with you to understand and confront...
Friday Jul 28th, 7:30–11:30pm Eastern Time
(3 sessions)
Leading in a Data-Driven World: Developing Quantitative
Columbia Business School @ Online Classroom, New York, NY 00000
Leading in a Data-Driven World: Developing Quantitative Intuition™ Imagine for a moment the luxury of saying, “When I get all the information, I will make that decision.” Unfortunately, that is not the reality of the world we operate in today. Information is imperfect. Change happens at a head-spinning pace. To address this, executives need to acquire the skills to develop enough of the right information to make an informed, data-driven...
Tuesday Sep 26th, 8:30am–6:30pm Eastern Time
(3 sessions)
Virtual Lecture: History Happy Hour
Christine Axen @ Virtual Learning via Zoom
History Happy Hour! Raise your glass to the past, and come discover the odd and fascinating things people thought and did in the Middle Ages and beyond. Professor of History will offer a short presentation, and then open the floor to animated conversation over drinks! No previous knowledge required. Each week something different will be discussed. Current schedule is as follows, a single ticket purchase is for...
$10
Virtual Class: The Psychology of Sex and Gender
Kelly Sisson @ Virtual Learning via Zoom
In this course, we will explore the vast terminology around the psychology of gender, where students will be able to differentiate between sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression and sexuality. Students will evaluate social gender roles in Western culture and examine their own perspective of gender through guided discussion. As an introductory course, no prior knowledge of psychology, sex, or gender is required, but may be helpful. Materials...
$15
Pet Cemeteries Lecture
Q.E.D. @ 27-16 23rd Ave, Astoria, NY 11105
These are some of the sweet and heartbreaking messages on tombstones for beloved pets. This lecture will take you on a “tour” of some of the oldest pet cemeteries in the US and abroad. You will meet some pets of celebrities and celebrity pets, exotic and weird pets, as well as naval and war heroes buried in the cemeteries. You’ll learn a little history on the founding of some of the pet cemeteries, as well as some of the “secret” pet...
$10
Virtual Chess Lecture
Evan Rabin @ 00000
Premier Chess CEO National Master Evan Rabin will discuss the strategy involved in chess and how it relates to both thought processed in life and business values. The course will be a 1-hour Zoom class. There will be a 45-minute interactive lecture and a 15-minute Q&A. About the Instructor: I am a National Chess Master and owner of chess company which runs programs in 80 schools and companies including the law firm Kramer Levin. Materials...
$20
Live Virtual Intro to Dungeons & Dragons
Rashad Crew @ Virtual Learning via Zoom
Students will learn the basic concepts of table top gaming and the basic rules of 5th edition Dungeons and Dragons. They will then go through the process of character creation and finally partake in a mini adventure with their character where they can learn to utilize the different mechanics of the game. This will be a live online course that will consist of an opening discussion on expectations of table top games, followed by an overview...
$30
