Upper East Side Neighborhood Event Calendar: Jul. 2-8
Thursday, July 2nd
Guggenheim Summer Art Camp: Exploring Space: Architecture and the Museum Experience: Campers will discover how environments shape the way we see and can experience art. Inspired by the iconic spiral design of the Guggenheim, created by Frank Lloyd Wright, students will look closely at how curves, light and movement guide visitors through space. 9:00 a.m. Guggenheim Museum, 1071 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY (212) 423-3500.
Friday, July 3rd
Date Night at The Met: Bring a friend, a partner or enjoy a solo evening of live music, drink specials, unique programming and 5,000 years of art. There will be drink specials and light fare in the American Wing Cafe, The Great Hall Balcony Cafe and the Petrie Court Cafe. Met Members at the Dual level and above are welcome to enjoy a small bites menu in the Balcony Lounge. 5:00 p.m. Met Fifth Avenue, 1000 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY (212) 535-7710.
Saturday, July 4th
Independence Day Weekend Dance Party: Come to the ‘70s-themed bar and restaurant Ethyl’s for dancing, food, cocktails and all-night specials. 10:00 p.m. Ethyl’s Bar & Restaurant, 1629 2nd Avenue, New York, NY (212) 300-4132.
Sunday, July 5th
Bird Watching with Birding Bob: Join up with Birding Bob for a bird walk through some lesser-known areas in Central Park. This walk is led by native New Yorker Robert Candido, PhD, an expert on flora, fauna and birds in New York City. He has been leading groups for over 25 years and welcomes newcomers and experts. 7:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. Central Park Boathouse, East Drive & East 74nd Street, New York, NY (347) 703-5554.
Monday, July 6th
Baby Lapsit Storytime: Join the Yorkville Library for a special time to bond with your little one and meet other caregivers. Explore the joys of movement, books, and songs and build early learning skills you can practice at home. Come prepared to sit with your child on your lap. This event is best for children who are pre-walkers or crawlers. 11:30 a.m. Yorkville Library, 222 East 79th Street, New York, NY (212) 744-5824.
Tuesday, July 7th
Free Weekly Run with Central Park Running Club: Improve your running performance and make new friends at the Central Park Running Club. If you prefer not to run alone or are looking to improve your running performance, you can join this club every Thursday morning at the Loeb Boathouse. This event is open to runners of all levels. 6:30 a.m. Central Park Boathouse, East Drive & East 74nd Street, New York, NY (212) 310-6600.
Wednesday, July 8th
Israeli Folk Dance: Open Session: Join 92NY for Israeli folk dancing and fun with Ruth Goodman. 8:15 p.m. 92nd Street Y, 1395 Lexington Avenue, New York, NY (212) 415-5500.