March 2025
For a list of conferences at the City College of New York in the month of March click here: https://www.ccny.cuny.edu/calendar/conferences/all
For a list of lectures & presentations at the City College of New York in the month of March click here https://www.ccny.cuny.edu/calendar/lecture/all
Saturday, March 1st @ 2pm. Sounds of Hope. A concert celebrating Black composers and classical favorites with Paul Byssainthe, pianist. Location: Aaron Davis Hall Marion Anderson Theater, 115 Convent Ave @ 135th St. on the campus of the City College of New York. Free & open to the public.
Saturday, March 1st @ 5:30pm Harlem Fashion Week Presents: “We Are Not Going Back” A celebration of the creative resistance of Black culture through the powerful lens of fashion, art, and performance. This dynamic event will immerse you in the brilliance of Black creativity, featuring: A fashion show spotlighting the works of talented Black designers. A photographic gallery showcasing stunning images from top photographers. Curated vendors to “Shop Black” and support local businesses. A celebration of dance, drama, and music that honors the resilience and spirit of Black culture. Location: Harlem School of the Arts (HAS), 645 St. Nicholas Avenue near 141st St., New York, NY 10030. Tickets: may be sold out.
Tuesday, March 4th @ 6pm-9pm Mardi Gras Masked Ball. Live music, dinner, beverages, dancing, silent auction. Location: Saint Mary’s Episcopal Church, 521 W. 126th St in Harlem. Tickets: https://www.harlemonestop.com/event/33275/mardi-gras-masked-ball
Saturday, March 22nd @ 2pm. The Beauty of Ballet: presented by the School of American Ballet.This family friendly performances features excerpts from famous ballets including The Sleeping Beauty, Swan Lake & The Nutcracker.Students from the School of American Ballet and faculty member Katrina Killian offer a sneak peek inside the classroom to show how students train to become professional ballet dancers. Guests of all ages will learn a few steps right from their seats. This hour-long program concludes with a Q&A. Location: Aaron Davis Hall, 115 Convent Ave @ 135th St. on the campus of the City College of New York. Free & open to the public.
Saturdays and Sundays Mar 8-23, @ 8:00pm and 3:00pm Hour of Darkness by Michael Difrancisco, directed by Samuel Adams. Trapped in a motel, Medea faces a cult, betrayal, and a harrowing choice. Hour of Darkness is a gripping adaptation of the classic tragedy. Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hour-of-darkness-tickets-1255034444809?aff=oddtdtcreator Location: Hellenic Cultural Center NYC 25-02 Newtown Ave, Queens, NY 11102
On exhibit until June 27th Monday-Friday 9am-6pm. Truth Tales & Fabrications: The Quilt art of Laura R. Gadson. Location: Aaron Davos Hall gallery 115 Convent Ave @ 135th St. on the campus of the City College of New York. Free & open to the public.