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  • How the Chinese Government Fabricates Social Media Posts for Strategic Distraction, not Engaged Argument

    Data & Society Research Institute 36 West 20th Street, 11th Floor, New York, NY, United States

    Jennifer Pan's research shows that the Chinese regime's strategy is to avoid arguing with skeptics of the party and the government, and to not even discuss controversial issues. She will discuss how these results fit with what is known about the Chinese censorship program, and suggest how they may change our boarder theoretical understanding of "common knowledge" and information control in authoritarian regimes.

    Free

  • Wild by Design: Strategies for Creating Life-Enhancing Landscapes

    New York Public Library Stephen A. Schwarzman Building, Gottesman Exhibition Hall , New York, NY, United States

    Margie Ruddick, the pioneering landscape designer and author of Wild by Design and acclaimed architect Robin Elmslie Osler meet at the crossroads of design, ecology and urbanism to explore whether nature, in all its unruly wildness, can be an integral part of everyday living. The discussion is moderated by Annette Rose-Shapiro the
    Managing Editor of MODERN Magazine.

    Free

  • Walling Off What Matters: Advocating for Holistic Waterfront Resilience in NYC

    Impact Hub NYC 394 Broadway, New York, NY, United States

    This workshop will look at several potential funding / governing solutions, such as creating an RMIA (Resilient Manufacturing and Maritime Industrial Area), creating hyper local Resilient Advocates and integrating community based organizing.

    The workshop is looking to gain feedback on improving such methods and to connect local waterfront community organizations dealing with similar issues.

    Join Impact Hub NYC from noon-1pm every weekday between Jan 23rd and May 1st for free workshops in direct response to Trump's first 100 days plan.

    Free

  • Classic Movie SK8 Night

    Bryant Park 42nd Street and 6th Avenue, Manhattan, Select a Country:

    Bryant Park rolls out its own "red carpet" with photo ops and free giveaways the night of the Oscars. Plus listen to classic music from…

    Free – $35

  • The Sustainability Summit at New York Build Expo 2017

    Jacob K. Javits Convention Center 655 W. 34th St, New York, NY, United States

    The Sustainability Summit at the New York Build Expo 2017 - 15th & 16th March, Javits Center is the leading construction and design event for New York. It's completely FREE to attend, so why not register yourself now?

    Free

  • Trinity Institute 2017: Water Justice

    Marriott New York Downtown 85 West Street, New York, NY, United States

    Be part of Trinity Institute 2017: Water Justice, a global conference held in New York City and webcast all over the world. With a sharp focus on the need for water justice initiatives in areas of access, droughts, pollution, rising tides, and flooding, Trinity Institute aims to offer actionable guidance for individuals, congregations, and the larger faith community surrounding these issues.

    $100 – $300

  • Sustainability Crash Course 2017

    Pratt - Brooklyn Campus: Engineering Building 200 Willoughby Ave Engineering Building , Brooklyn

    Imagine being able to spend one amazing day immersed in learning about sustainable design—and meeting the people who have pioneered new thinking and practices. On Saturday, March 25, 2017, Pratt’s CSDS will present the seventh annual Sustainability Crash Course, a day-long series of workshops with a host of experts from Pratt’s sustainable design faculty and elsewhere. With over 20 speakers, it is sure to be a fantastic day of exploration and inspiration! Registration required.

    Free

  • Humanizing Data: Data, Humanities, and the City

    Institute for Public Knowledge 20 Cooper Square, 5th Floor, New York, NY, United States

    This day-long symposium examines how we can use data and digital strategies to enhance and disrupt the kinds of research questions, methods, and narratives that…

    Free

  • History of Urban Development and Architecture

    City Hall 250 Broadway, Manhattan, NY, United States

    Explore the rich history of NYC’s Civic Center area, highlighting its urban planning and development and its architecture. From City Hall Park to Foley Square,…

    $15

  • Polar Bear C02 Earth Day Bike Ride

    Union Square North Broadway and E. 17th, New York

    Come celebrate Earth Day on your bicycle dressed up as your favorite animal with Time's Up and CO2 Green Drive. As we know earth day is every day. Let's celebrate and support New York City's new sustainable infrastructure, bike lanes, greenways and auto-free plazas. It's just the beginning. Most importantly we are creating awareness of simple things that we can do everyday to prevent cliamte change. Let's not forget the polar bears are suffering and so is our planet. Time's up! We need to start taking action today for the future of our planet.

    Free