New York’s Staten Island There will be a variety of celebratory activities, artistic workshops, and cultural events this weekend!
Saturday
Harvest and Hearth Festival, November 23, 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Native cultures have been celebrating harvests for thousands of years. Discover Native life and culture at the Courthouse with a Native Encampment that includes the Lenape Nation of Pennsylvania and Shinnecock Nation of Long Island, as well as dance by the 7 Directions Dancers and music by the Red Blanket Singers. Take in Annawon Weeden of the Mashpee Wampanoag Nation’s unique Eastern War Dance performance. Explore Buffalo Jump NYC’s Native American food and handcrafted goods, and watch hearth cooking demonstrations in ancient village kitchens utilizing tools, recipes, and methods from the 18th and 19th centuries.Purchase your tickets here.
Cost of admission: $15
Location: 441 Clarke Avenue, Historic Richmond Town.
Willowbrook Park Pre-Holiday Market, November 23, 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
Discover the final outdoor market of the year at Willowbrook Park, which is situated near the carousel. The first Potato Sack race, DJ Carlos’ music, food for sale, and a picture booth featuring a vibrant pumpkin and haystack backdrop will all provide family-friendly entertainment. To get your holiday shopping started, play games like cornhole and Connect Four and browse locally crafted crafts and unusual presents.To attend, send in an RSVP.
Cost of admission: free
Where: Willowbrook Park
Makeup Event: Get Dragged, November 23, 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Take a master lesson in drag makeup with NYC drag diva Chase Runaway. The fundamentals of drag makeup will be taught by Chase. With the help of provided equipment and makeup, learn the fundamentals of drag makeup. Just remember to pack your own concealer and foundation. There is limited space, so reserve your position now.
Admission fee: $20 suggested donation or a free HIV test
Location: Staten Island’s Pride Center
Sunday
Unsilenced Histories: The Surprising Tales of the African American Community on Staten Island /Nov. 24 1-3 p.m.
In this enlightening lecture, learn about the secret history of Staten Island, which shows a thriving African American community even before the bridge. Discover tales of tenacity and success as you travel from the 17th century to the Civil War, Underground Railroad, Great Migration, and Civil Rights Movement. Examine this presentation, which presents a more comprehensive and inclusive picture of Staten Island’s past, and challenge the idea that African Americans are immigrants.Purchase your tickets here.
Cost of admission: free
The address is 76 Franklin Avenue, Christ Church Parish Hall.
Concerts at Hamilton Park House, November 24, 3 p.m.
Join Hamilton Park House Concerts for an intimate Sunday afternoon with Ryan McMullan, a talented singer-songwriter from Northern Ireland. In recent years, Ryan has captivated audiences, gaining recognition from Ed Sheeran, who invited him on tour, and sharing stages with Snow Patrol. For more details, [email protected].
Admission cost: $20.
Location: Hamilton Park House, New Brighton
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