things to do in ny

Friends and customers coming to town frequently ask me for suggestions of fun things to do. There are a plethora of things to do in and around New York City…culturally, artistically and historically. This post will highlight some of the unique and exciting events that focus on art, food and culture around the five boroughs.

The first series focus will be on the arts featuring artist workshops, vintage art fairs and art exhibits. Although these are some lesser known activities hope you find that venturing off the beaten path can be a fun and quirky way to enjoy New York City! Please double check dates and schedules. I Hope to see you at one of them!

Sketch Night at the Society of Illustrators
Admission: $15/$7 students with ID
Live Music & Models
Tuesday & Thursday evenings – check their schedule

The Compleat Sculptor
One day, weekend or ongoing class in Life Casting, Stone Carving, Mold Making and more

Michiyo Art Studio
Watercolor & Drawing Lessons with Michiyo Fukushima
Small group lessons at TriBeCa Studio
Sundays, Mondays and Fridays through June 2012

Brooklyn Lyceum Spring Craft Market
Music and art collaborations by GALA NYC
Readings & performances
227 Fourth Avenue btw President and Union, Park Slope, Brooklyn

The Antiques Garage  
100+ vendors of antique & vintage finds
112 W. 25 Street btw 6th and 7th Aves.
Saturdays and Sundays 9a-5p

Etsy Craft Nights
Grab a glue gun and get crafty
Etsy Labs 55 Washington St., Suite 712 Brooklyn, NY 11201
Monday 4-8p

Golden Fleece Musical Writers Workshop
Hosts performances of pieces of works in progress by composers of opera, music theater, cabaret, jazz, art songs, electronic music, and performance art. Question and answer follows.              FOR RESERVATIONS AND INFORMATION CALL (212) 691-6105