At The Museum of Modern Art and MoMA PS1, we celebrate creativity, openness, and generosity. We hold many events—both onsite and online—where diverse cultural, artistic, social, and political positions are welcome, to share the most thought-provoking modern and contemporary art, and hope you will enjoy them.

Talking Together About Collaboration (合作)

Monday, June 19, 11:30 a.m.

The Museum of Modern Art

Free with Museum admission

The ongoing Talking Together conversation series provides an opportunity to think deeply about a broad but timely theme. Understanding that art provides connections to each other and the world around us, we will consider this month's theme, "collaboration," through selected works in the exhibition Robert Rauschenberg: Among Friends.

This session is led by Paula Stuttman.

Drawing Is a Way of Thinking

Monday, June 19, 1:30 p.m.

The Museum of Modern Art

Free with Museum admission

The act of drawing allows us to understand an artwork through mark making (微迹创作). Join us in this ongoing series as we explore artworks through drawing and conversation. This week we draw from a selected work in the exhibition Robert Rauschenberg: Among Friends.

This session is led by Paula Stuttman.

Sunset Viewings

Monday, June 19, 8:15 p.m.

MoMA PS1

One of artist James Turrell's celebrated Skyscapes, Meeting is a site-specific installation (现代雕塑装置) that invites viewers to look upwards toward a clear view of the sky. The installation features a multicolored lighting program synchronized (同步) to sunrise and sunset.

When the sunset lighting program falls outside of regular museum hours, MoMA PS1 is hosting special after-hours viewings on Monday evenings. These events have limited capacity and require an advance ticket.

Postwar Art Wore Red

Thursday, June 29, 11:30 a.m.

The Museum of Modern Art

Free with Museum admission

Join us for a lively discussion about the work of artists featured in the exhibition Making Space: Women Artists and Postwar Abstraction, which shines a spotlight on the impressive but still relatively under-recognized achievements of women artists after the end of World War II. This session is led by Tamara Kostianovsky.

So many stories, so little time. Our favorite book clubs for kids in New York City will ensure that they read the coolest picks on the best-seller list!

☆Books Are Magic

Emma Straub's literary oasis in Cobble Hill welcomes readers of all ages. The author runs the store with her husband Michael. The shop offers Monthly Magic Book Subscriptions where your child will receive a monthly new release in the mail! There are categories for picture books, books for middle school children, and young adult books. If you are interested in this book club, visit www. booksaremagic. net.

☆Thalia Kids Book Club

Kids interact with best-selling authors and participate in writing workshops around the city thanks to Thalia Kids Book Club. In the past, campers have met with big names like Norton Juster and Rebecca Stead. The 2022 campers met virtually due to the pandemic. Leam more about the events at www. symphonyspace. org .

☆Astoria Bookshop

Astoria Bookshop will give young readers one fantasy novel at a time. Although the shop's YA Book Club focuses on literature intended for those 12 and up, all ages are invited. In the past, the readers have tackled popular novels. Expect romance and mysticism with this one! The shop is currently evaluating each book club's scheduled meeting. Keep an eye on their social media events calendar to find a date. Learn more by emailing christian@astoriabookshop. Com.

☆The Center for Fiction

In an effort to add a personal touch to reading, this space in Downtown Brooklyn offers its book club for schools in the area—completely free of charge. KidsRead invites NYC students to discuss the authors they've been reading in class and learn about the stories and interact with others in a welcome environment. Learn more by emailing allison@centerforfiction. org.

Family-Friendly Events in January

ZooLights: Glow Wild Jan. 1-19

The Phoenix Zoo's yearly holiday light show is on until Jan. 19, allowing families one or more opportunities to enjoy the city's zoo, with millions of lights giving an added dimension to he festivities.

Glow Wild, 455 N. Galvin Pkwy. , Phoenix,

https//: www. phoenixzoo. org, ＄13. 95 for general admission ＄11. 95 for members.

Downtown Mesa Festival of the Arts Jan. 4-18

The Downtown Mesa Festival of the Arts features the work of established and emerging artists, including those who create woodwork, metal crafts, food items, art and photography gifts.

On Macdonald, off of Main Street in Downtown Mesa.

https//: www. dtmesafest. com, free admission.

Family Fun Winterfest Jan. 4

OdySea Aquarium in the Desert is hosting the third annual Family Fun Winterfest in its Desert Courtyard, featuring real snow for the kids to play in. This free event features everything from bounce houses to rides, games, snowflake crafts and face painting to go with various stands set up by local sellers, with food and other offerings for sale at the event.

9500 E. Via de Ventura, Scottsdale

https//: www. odyseainthedesert. com, free.

Youth Fine Arts Course Jan. 18-Mar. 7

Mesa Arts Center is hosting an eight-week youth arts course on Saturdays to teach artistic skills and knowledge through fun and challenging art classes in a wide variety of art materials, including painting, drawing, mixed media and sculpture, ensuring mentally stimulating sessions for all.

Mesa Art Center, I E. Main St. , Mesa,

https//: www. mesaartscenter. com, ＄93 for admission.