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Saturday, October 31, Quantum Physics and Reality, 7:30 PM
What is the structure of reality? How do we create our world? Is there more than one kind of existence? Shimon Malin will explore these questions in the light of quantum physics. Along the way you’ll learn the story of the quantum and its relevance in understanding the nature of the world. Shimon Malin has recently retired from Colgate University where he was as professor of physics. He is a leading authority on quantum mechanics, general relativity and cosmology, and philosophy. He is author or co-author of several books including Nature Loves to Hide: Quantum Physics and Reality, A Western Perspective and The Eye That Sees Itself: Beyond The Subject/object Mode Experiences And Reflections. Suggested donation: $15 ($10 students and seniors)
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Friday, October 30, Slightly Ghost-tinged Stories, 8 PM
Add some shivery story spice to the season: Come listen to storyteller Naomi Steinberg in her first New York appearance. There will be tales rising from the deep, dripping with mystery and full of delightful play... Naomi believes strongly in the power of stories to catalyze change both personally and globally. She has told stories in places as varied as Jerusalem, Ramallah, Zurich, and Mendocino, California. In her hometown of Vancouver, Canada she has produced shows independently as well as with the ‘In the House Festival’, ‘Fringe Festival’, and ‘Sistahood Celebration’ among others. Naomi has also developed workshops for schools in Vancouver, Morocco, Switzerland and India and for the Cortona conference in Italy. For more about Naomi see: www.naomi-eliana.ca Suggested donation: $10
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Saturday, October 24, Live Music with The Cranky Romantics, 8 PM
Dave Shapiro co-wrote and produced the iconic theme for the Charlie Rose Show on PBS. But don’t let that funky jazz stuff fool you. Dave’s new project is deeply rooted in folk, blues, rock and country. His band, The Cranky Romantics, plays original material from his alt-country CD, Love & Gasoline, and an entertaining mix of traditional bluegrass, ragtime, finger-picking and classic rock. If you like Bob Dylan, Johnny Cash, Chet Atkins, John Prine, the Beatles with a little Jerry Garcia on the side, you’ll have a good time. The Cranky Romantics are Dave on guitar and vocals, Sam McPherson on bass & vocals and Jim Kendrick on mandolin & vocals.
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Friday, October 23, Kugo Harp performance by Tomoko Sugawara, 8 PM
Tomoko Sugawara plays the Kugo, an ancient harp with an L-shaped body. Recently, Tomoko and the music archeologist Bo Lawergren reconstructed the Kugo and tonight Tomoko will play it in a repertoire of music from first-millennium China and the 1300s in Iran, as well as in pieces recently composed for her. The Kugo arose in Mesopotamia around 1900 BCE and soon spread to other regions of the Near East, eventually becoming a favorite instrument in local Islamic cultures where it survived until 1700 CE. Meanwhile, it entered the Silk Road and reached China around 500 CE. Korea and Japan came next, but it had disappeared from the Far East by 1100 CE. Wherever it went, artists, poets, and musicians loved its beautiful shape and admired its complex sound. Tomoko Sugawara has given numerous solo recitals on both the Concert harp and the Kugo in major international venues: see http://www.kugoharp.com/ Suggested donation: $15 ($10 students and seniors)
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Saturday, October 17, Presence and Posture, 7:30 PM FREE WORKSHOP
An Introduction to the Alexander Technique presented by Patty de Llosa Uncover the ups and downs of good posture and experience more freedom in your movement in this hands-on, practical introductory class on the Alexander Technique presented by certified teacher Patty de Llosa. The Technique teaches people of all ages and abilities how to relieve stress and eliminate chronic pain, caused by habitual misuse of the body, such as spine and joint pain, headache, tendonitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, frozen shoulder, fibromyalgia, Parkinson’s, osteoarthritis. The aim is improved coordination of awareness, quality of movement, physiological functioning and mental attitude in the performance of ordinary living. Such attention impacts on the whole human being, freeing and normalizing the functioning of innate movement responses, postural reflexes and respiratory integrity. For more about Patty de Llosa see http://www.practiceofpresence.com/
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Saturday, October 10, Live Music with Timothy Hill, 8 PM
Join us for an evening of original music with singer-songwriter, Timothy Hill. A dynamic and engaging performer, Hill has a broad range of experience that gives his music a richness and depth rarely heard today. From his forays into realms of improvised jazz to his in-depth study of Indian classical music, Hill is much more than a man with a guitar. As an original member of David Hykes' world-renowned group, The Harmonic Choir, he is a pioneer in the art of harmonic singing. The New York Times called Hill “a virtuoso of the Tibetan chanting technique.” He has appeared on stages with a wide array of artists such as Bill Frisell, Jeff Buckley, Odetta and Pete Seeger. His insightful lyrics, penetrating vocals and sensitive guitar work create a spellbinding atmosphere full of unexpected wonder. Suggested donation: $10
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Friday, October 9, A Taste of Poets, 8 PM
Join us for an evening of poetry readings that offer a range of expression, fresh and deep, playful, thoughtful, and inspired. Sponsors Sophia Cowing, author of The Valley of Delight and Mary Newell, Director of Writing at Century College, invite you to sharpen your ears to the sounds of writers including Fred Bauman, Sophia Cowing, Alicia Fox, Lorraine McLeod, Mary Newell, Priscilla Smith, Dick Snyder, and Lee Van Laer. Come listen, respond, and celebrate with us. Suggested donation: $10
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1064 1st Ave.
Southeast Corner 58th St.
New York, NY. 10022