Featured Events in New York in June 2025 (May Updated)

Celebrate Juneteenth and the launch of Legacy Lit’s fiction list with the publication of THE GHOSTS OF GWENDOLYN MONTGOMERY at the Strand, including a special Summer Reading Kit giveaway. Join us for a very special Juneteenth in-person celebration with acclaimed author Clarence A. Haynes as he launches his new urban fantasy novel, The Ghosts of Gwendolyn Montgomery. Joining Clarence in conversation is VP and Publisher of Legacy Lit, Krishan Trotman . This event will be hosted in the Strand Book Store's 3rd floor Rare Book Room at 828 Broadway on 12th Street. Can’t make the event? Purchase a signed copy of The Ghosts of Gwendolyn Montgomery here. ACCESSIBILITY: Strand Book Store is an ADA compliant venue. The event space is accessible via elevator. Please ask a Strand employee upon arrival for directions to accessible seating if preferred. ASL interpretation is available for this event by request only. Please reach out to our events team at events@strandbooks.com by June 5 to request. For further information on accessibility in this space, or to make a request, please contact events@strandbooks.com . -------------------------------------------------------------------- In a fast-paced, sexy, ghostly adventure, a publicist at the top of her game must confront her secret mystical past. To be a client of Gwendolyn Montgomery—New York’s most powerful publicist, at Sublime Creative—is to be infused with a certain oomph, a mysterious glamour. She seems to have created the ideal life with her handsome new boyfriend, the perfect match. But Gwendolyn has a legion of long-buried secrets that could unravel everything. After a grisly, bizarre incident at the Brooklyn Museum, Gwendolyn begins to realize that something nefarious is happening tied directly to her past, right as Fonsi Harewood comes back into her world. Fonsi is a queer Latinx psychic from the South Bronx who’s caught up in a love triangle with a ghost and his mortal ex. He’s able to communicate with the dead, and he comes with a dire warning for Gwendolyn, that the barrier between humans and spirits is weakening. Gwendolyn would prefer not to have anything to do with ghostly drama. Yet in order to get to the bottom of the spookiness derailing her life and threatening the world, she must face the demons she’d long left behind. The Ghosts of Gwendolyn Montgomery is a sensuous, funny, mystical adventure that will leave you spellbound as you keep the pages turning. Photo credit: Erin Patrice O’Brien Clarence A. Haynes, a native Afro Latinx New Yorker, is the coauthor of actor/producer Omar Epps’s lauded scifi/fantasy series Nubia: The Awakening and The Reckoning . He is also the author of the middlegrade nonfiction work The Legacy of Jim Crow. Haynes has penned articles for Newsday, Huffington Post, The Root, and TheGrio, among other publications. He resides in Brooklyn, New York. Photo credit: Nicole Mayhorn Krishan Trotman is the Vice-President, Publisher of Legacy Lit. In 2020, she launched Legacy Lit, an imprint dedicated to books that give voice to issues, authors, and communities that have been marginalized, underserved, and overlooked. The imprint is committed to promoting equality, equity, and inclusion for all people. Her authors have included a range of award-winning and New York Times bestsellers, including late U.S. Congressman John Lewis; journalist Stephanie Land, former White House social secretary Deesha Dyer, and more. Krishan has been featured in the New York Times, Essence Magazine, New York Magazine, Forbes, Shondaland, CSPAN, and more. She is the self-described Beyoncé of Books and mom to her son Bleu. Information Source: The Strand Book Store | eventbrite

Welcome to An Evening with Jimmy White ! Join us at Haxby Sports Bar for a night filled with snooker stories, Q&A sessions, and maybe even a trick shot or two from the legendary Jimmy White. Get up close and personal with the Whirlwind himself as he shares his experiences and insights from his illustrious career. Don't miss this chance to meet a snooker icon in person! Grab your tickets now before they're gone! Information Source: Haxby Sports Bar | eventbrite

Jon Love Retirement - Celebrating the Next Adventure Come join us at 231 Gowland Rd to celebrate Jon Love's retirement! Let's send Jon off on his next adventure with lots of love and well wishes. It's going to be a fun-filled event with music, food, and great company. Well wishes only. We can't wait to celebrate with you! Information Source: eventbrite

Pre Event Reception starts one hour before the screening at 4:30pm. Post screening Q&A with director Raam Reddy in attendance. Opening Night: The Fable Synopsis: Spring, 1989. Dev and his family live atop a cliff in an old colonial mansion in the picturesque Indian Himalayas. Dev spends his mornings clamping on hand-made bird wings and jumping off the cliff for a morning flight. His son Juju runs about with their two mountain dogs while his beautiful wife Nandini perfects her mulberry jam. One bright morning, their teenage daughter Vanya surprises them by returning early from her boarding school for the summer holidays. Re-united, the family spends joyous nights, watching old films and counting stars. Dev owns a sprawling 5000 acre estate of fruit orchards, which he inherited from his grandfather, who was gifted the estate by British invaders for his decades of loyal service. The orchards would come into bloom every march, and yield the sweetest fruits every May. One day on a casual walk, Dev suddenly stumbles upon an apple tree that is mysteriously burnt. A few days later, several trees are burnt. At a loss, Dev orders Mohan, the manager of the estate, to begin investigating in the surrounding villages. Doubts fester as gossip floats. Some of the orchard workers suspect a group of meditative nomads who are passing through the area. A corrupt sheriff enters the fray, while loyal men camp out in the orchards keeping a deligent watch. Regardless of their efforts, on a quiet night, a massive fire erupts, engulfing an entire mountain side. Struggling for answer, Dev turns to both guns and silence. Deep in the darkness, in the silence of the night, answers begin to emerge. Will Dev finally realise who he and his family really are? Raam Reddy , 34, is a writer and director who studied Direction at Prague Film School. In 2009, Raam wrote and published an English-language magic-realism novel titled “It’s Raining in Maya.” His debut feature film Thithi, an Indo-US production, won Golden Leopards for Best Film and Best First Feature at the 2016 Locarno Festival. The film has since won over twenty awards at various film festivals including Palm Springs, Shanghai, Marrakech and Mumbai. It was also invited to the New Directors/New Films program at The Museum of Modern Art in New York. The film was a commercial success, running for close to 100 days in theatres in India while also streaming worldwide through Netflix. In February 2016, Raam Reddy was included in the Forbes 30 Under 30 list of achievers. The Fable is his second feature film. Information Source: Indo-American Arts Council | eventbrite

We're delighted to invited you to our 20th Anniversary celebrations! There'll be lots of opportunities to reunite with fellow York Toastmasters from past and present, listen to some incredible speeches and of course - take part in some good old fun and games. Whether you attended the club 20 years ago or joined recently, we would love to see you! It'll be a great chance to meet other York Toasties from across the years and celebrate how York EbOrators has impacted all of us. There'll be a hot buffet on the night, which is included in the price of the ticket, and a bar on-site for refreshments. Further details, including the agenda, will be confirmed soon! We look forward to seeing you there! Information Source: York EbOrators | eventbrite

Nos complace celebrar junto a ti nuestro 5to aniversario. Ven a celebrar junto a nosotros y disfruta de bebidas, comidas, regalos, rifas y mucho mas! Information Source: Eysies Ferreira | eventbrite

Manthan Director : Shyam Benegal Starring : Smita Patil, Naseeruddin Shah, Girish Karnad Run time : 2 hours 14 mins Language : Hindi Year Made : 1984 Country : India Synopsis: “Manthan” is a powerful film about the tempestuous winds of change that blow through a village when Dr. Rao (Girish Karnad) an idealistic veterinary surgeon from the city arrives to work with the locals to start a milk cooperative movement. The villagers, half of whom are Dalits, sell their milk to a local businessman Mishraji (Amrish Puri) who cheats them by paying a very low rate for the milk. The village headman (Kulbhushan Kharbanda), an upper caste man, is opposed to the idea as he does not want his higher social status diminished as is Bhola (Naseerudin Shah), the leader of the Dalits. He faces stiff resistance from the village headman (Kulbhushan Kharbanda) and Mishraji, the exploitative dairy owner, insecure about losing their power to a cooperative, Bhola (Naseeruddin Shah), a lower-caste peasant who views the city dweller with suspicion and Bindu (Smita Patil), a feisty milkmaid whose initial misgivings about the doctor blossoms into liking and support for his initiative. His notions of equitable distribution of profits irrespective of class and caste and freedom from exploitative middlemen, churn up a maelstrom of mistrust, anger and resistance among the feudal landlords and the peasants, threatening the deep-rooted social hierarchy based on generations of discrimination. When Dr. Rao assures fair payment to the villagers for their milk and starts earning their trust, this irks Mishraji who starts plotting against him. The politics in the village escalates and Bhola defeats the Sarpanch in the elections to become the village headman. The sidelined Pramukh conspires with Mishraji against Dr. Rao. Aided by Bindu’s husband, they force her to make an allegation in the Panchayat that Dr. Rao has raped her. Extremely saddened by the turn of events, Dr. Rao decides to complete the remaining work of the co-operative and leave the village. Bhola however carries on the work with the help of villagers, notably Bindu, yielding fruit to the brave efforts of Dr. Rao. The story plumbs the depths of despair as Dr. Rao faces false accusations and village politics, but ends on a high with a glimmering of hope as Bhola and Bindu continue the work begun by Dr. Rao as the idea of the cooperative slowly takes root. Director: Shyam Benegal Shyam Benegal (14 December 1934 – 23 December 2024) was an Indian film director, screenwriter and documentary filmmaker. Often regarded as the pioneer of parallel cinema, he is widely considered as one of the greatest filmmakers post 1970s.He has received several accolades, including eighteen National Film Awards, a Filmfare Award and a Nandi Award. In 2005, he was honoured with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, India's highest award in the field of cinema. In 1976, he was honoured by the Government of India with the Padma Shri, the fourth-highest civilian honour of the country, and in 1991, he was awarded the Padma Bhushan, the third-highest civilian honour for his contributions in the field of arts. Benegal was born in Hyderabad to Sridhar B. Benegal who was prominent in the field of photography.Starting his career as a copywriter, he made his first Documentary film in Gujarati, Gher Betha Ganga (Ganges at the Doorstep) in 1962. Benegal's first four feature films – Ankur (1973), Nishant (1975), Manthan (1976) and Bhumika (1977) – made him a pioneer of the new wave film movement of that period. Benegal's "Muslim Women Trilogy" films Mammo (1994), Sardari Begum (1996), and Zubeidaa (2001) all won National Film Awards for Best Feature Film in Hindi. Benegal has won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Hindi seven times. He was awarded the V. Shantaram Lifetime Achievement Award in 2018. Images Courtsey : All the images are courtesy of Film Heritage Foundation Restored by Film Heritage Foundation in association with Gujarat Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation Ltd.(Amul), the cinematographer Govind Nihalani and the director Shyam Benegal. Funding supported by Gujarat Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation Ltd.(Amul) Information Source: Indo-American Arts Council | eventbrite

KAISI YE PAHELI Director : Ananyabrata Chakravorty Starring : Sukant Goel, Sadhana Singh, Rajit Kapur, Chittaranjan Giri Run time : 1 Hour 36 minutes Language : Hindi Year Made : 2025 Country : India Synopsis : In the quaint hill town of Shottipur, northeast India, a sixty-year-old warm and cultured widow, Ma, lives with her thirty-something son, Uttam, a policeman. Uttam’s father, Baba, died on duty eight years ago, leaving Ma lonely and yearning for connection. Uttam, however, dismisses her as a simple homemaker, ignoring her intelligence and her past contributions to Baba’s cases. Their strained relationship deepens her isolation. When 19-year-old Ishita, a talented girl, is found dead in her PG, Uttam joins the inexperienced police team tasked with solving the murder. The ruling party, eager to promote Shottipur as a tourist haven of honest folk, pressures Uttam’s boss, Tamang, to close the case in two weeks—preferably as a suicide—before the launch. Ma sees this as a chance to bridge the gap with Uttam. She logically debunks the suicide theory, impressing Tamang, who was Baba’s trainee and admired her skills. So, he recruits Ma to assist. As Ma shines in the investigation, Uttam stubbornly refuses to acknowledge her worth. Then a second murder happens —of someone close to Ma, making things personal. With days left, a seasoned detective, Bondo, takes over, barring Ma from the station. Undeterred, Ma pursues the killer alone, risking her life, while Uttam remains at odds with her. Will Ma unmask the murderer? Will Uttam finally see her for the brilliant woman she is? The answers to the who, why, and how of this gripping mystery unfold in Kaisi Ye Paheli , a tale of resilience, redemption, and a mother’s unwavering spirit in the misty hills of Shottipur. Ananyabrata, a writer-director from Assam and now based in Mumbai, holds degrees in engineering and business administration. His debut feature, Kaisi Ye Paheli (A Mother, a Son, and a Murder) follows his short films 90 to Win and Naukri (Eligible). He also authored the novel Split Second and wrote Hindi lyrics for Ricky Martin’s Vente Pa’ Ca. Apart from filmmaking, Ananyabrata played a freedom fighter in Ram Madhvani’s historical series The Waking of a Nation. Two Sinners Director: Samir Zaidi Starring: Shardul Bhardwaj, Deipak Sampat, Baharul Islam Run time: 11 minutes 52 seconds Language: Hindi, Urdu Year Made: 2024 Country: India Synopsis: When Azhar's brother forces him to confront the man responsible for their sister's assault, he is thrust into an agonising choice. Does he follow his deep-rooted disdain for violence, or give in to the overwhelming desire for vengeance? Torn between morality and justice, Azhar’s next move will change everything. Samir Zaidi is a Mumbai-based filmmaker who began his career after earning a degree in Statistics due to familial pressure. Driven by his passion for cinema, he worked as an Assistant Director on Husband Material (TIFF 2018), Sacred Games (Netflix) and Extraction (Netflix). Samir has had the privilege of assisting renowned directors such as Anurag Kashyap, Dibakar Banerjee, and Vishal Bhardwaj. His directorial debut, Two Sinners, marks his first major step into independent filmmaking, where he explores emotionally complex narratives and morally challenging themes. Information Source: Indo-American Arts Council | eventbrite

Kennedy Director : Anurag Kashyap Starring : Rahul Bhat, Sunny Leone Run time : 2 Hours 22 mins Language : Hindi, English Year Made : 2023 Country : India Synopsis: Presumed dead for years, Kennedy is an insomniac former cop who continues to officiate for a corrupt system while seeking redemption. The most influential Indian filmmaker of recent times with a superlative career including more than 50 films as a Director, Producer, Screenwriter, Editor and Actor. He was awarded the Knight of the order of Arts and Letter by the French government, in 2013, when India was the guest country at Cannes Film Festival, to commemorate 100 years of Indian Cinema. His last film Kennedy premiered at Cannes 2023, while his previous work continues to be acclaimed globally. His previous work starting with the Grand Jury Prize for Black Friday at IFFLA 2005, and a nomination at Locarno film Festival that year still remains one of the most acclaimed Indian films. 3 of his next 5 films had Director Fortnight Premieres, at Cannes, including Gangs of Wasseypur, Ugly & Raman Raghav 2.0., a BAFTA Nomination for his produced film Lunch Box, and a host of Indian film Awards including Filmfare, Screen and Guild Awards. He is the face of Indian Cinema at various prestigious film festivals across the globe and has served as a jury on various prestigious film festivals as Sundance, Marrakesh & Busan. As a producer, he has launched some young Directors with a unique voice as Vasan Bala, Ritesh Batra, Neeraj Ghaywan etc. whose films Peddlers, Lunch Box & Masaan viz. have premiered at Cannes. He has also produced various acclaimed and successful films like Udaan, Queen, Udta Punjab, Haraamkhor, Trapped etc. Information Source: Indo-American Arts Council | eventbrite

Pyre Director : Vinod Kapri Starring : Padam Singh Kapri, Heera Devi Run time : 1 hour 50 minutes Language : Hindi Year Made : 2024 Country : India Synopsis: In a remote part of the Indian Himalayas, aging couple Padam and Tulsi find their world beginning to erode. Their once lively village is now desolate as more and more families migrate to the cities, leaving the couple to wonder if there will be anyone left to carry out their last rites when their time finally comes. With little hope left, the couple begin to feel themselves wither away beside their beloved village, turning to their childlike bickering as a source of fleeting distraction. One day, to their surprise, Padam and Tulsi receive a letter from their son - a son who they have not heard from in over 30 years. Through this unexpected beacon of hope, their lives change overnight as their once estranged son unwittingly provides them with the will to live on. Vinod Kapri ( born 15th August 1972 ) is an author , and award-winning filmmaker. He won the prestigious national award for the film “Can't Take This Shit Anymore in 2014. He made his feature debut with "Miss Tanakpur Haazir Ho" (2015) - a socio-legal satire that received extensive critical acclaim. His second feature film "Pihu", released globally in 2018 has been widely appreciated in prestigious international film festivals, streaming on Netflix. Pihu was the opening film of IFFI Goa 2017. His powerful documentary film "1232 kms" ( streaming on Disney Hotstar ) about the heartbreaking journey of migrant workers during the first covid lockdown earned tremendous critical acclaim and won a national award. Pyre is his latest ,premiered at the 28th Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival in the Official Competition section and won the best film PÖFF Audience Award. Hema Director: Ritvik Dhavale Starring: Rajshri Deshpande, Samrat Chakrabarti, Neil Iyer, Kapil Talwalkar, Aishwarya Sonar Run time: 16 minutes 22 seconds Language: Hindi, English, Marathi Year Made: 2024 Country: India Synopsis: Having recently arrived in America with her husband and son, Hema finds herself culturally displaced and must redefine her identity as a dependent mother. An encounter with a young Marathi man threatens to upend her already fragile existence. Director: Ritvik Dhavale Ritvik Dhavale is a writer and director who spent half his life in Pune, India, and the other half in Cupertino, CA. The stories he wants to tell lie between these two worlds - some fully emerged into diaspora experiences while others blur the line. Ritvik's journey into filmmaking began as a thespian in high school theater. He received his B.A. in Screenwriting from UCLA in 2017. He gained professional experience as an assistant in the CAA Media Finance Group, a Coordinator in the Sundance Feature Film Program, and a Creative Assistant in the Netflix Original Independent Film Team before fully dedicating himself to bringing stories to life. Information Source: Indo-American Arts Council | eventbrite

🧁 The Muffin Marathon Is Here! 🧁Ready to run, race, and munch your way through a deliciously fun challenge? Welcome to the Muffin Marathon—the sweetest race of the year! Bring a friend and challenge yourself to a race with a sweet reward. 😊Overview: Run will sell-out QUICK! We will close off waves the moment they fill up. If waves are sold out, you can sign-up for the virtual run option or wait list.This is a smaller, private group run with a cap per wave.All paces and ages (under 18 with guardian) are welcome - Run or Walk!There's no equipment or setup, this is a pure run with our coordinators to support you in a warm, stress-free setting!When you sign-up, we give you the support you need to help you achieve your goals and fitness. We also invite you to be part of our local run clubs that supports your fitness journey. Timing:- Timing is Optional: You may track your time on an app (Strava, RunKeeper, Nike Run, etc) and submit your times with our easy form to be posted online. Or you can ask our coordinators to help keep track of your time.- No timing chips (This is a stress free run to support you in achieving your goals)!What You Get (Swag Bag):-Running T-Shirt (Shipped to the address you register with - US only)- Finisher's Towel or Giveaway- Finisher's Medal!- Digital Training Pack- Online Results & Certificate of Completion-Invitation to Join one of our Local Running Clubs- We now have Technical Running Shirts (Optional). These lightweight, moisture wicking shirts can be upgraded for just $5 more.Packet Pickup:No hassle of picking up packets required!-Swag shipped direct to your address (Please make sure you provide your full, correct US mailing address including apartment number and check spelling)- Race bibs are provided on race dayWhen will I get my Swag?You will get your shirt at your mailing address the week of your race.Race Updates:We will email you a final update the Wednesday before the race with final details and course maps.Do you accept last minute registrations? (For those signing up 2 weeks before the race)Yes, but please note that it takes time for us to ship your shirt. Your shirt will likely arrive after the run. You can wear any shirt you find appropriate to run the race! Wave Times: (Email Us Your Desired Wave Time:info@thebestraces.com) (Waves filled on a First Come, First Serve Basis) Wave A: 7:30AM Wave B: 8:00AM Wave C: 8:30AMLate runners can run upon arrival (Please note our coordinators stay 3 hours after the first wave)Are there any other Questions we missed? https://www.thebestraces.com/faq/Virtual Run Option: - Our Virtual Run uniquely offers a Training Pack with Digital Tools to support your run.Virtual runs can be done any time and place of your choosing using any tracking device (optional). After you finish, you can submit your results to info@thebestraces.com to receive your medal!Race Bundle:Sign-up for more races and get a discount!Sponsorships & Promoting your Business:If you're looking to become a sponsor, we'd love showcase your business! https://www.thebestraces.com/events Team Glo Volunteers:If you're interested in helping put on runs for the Community and helping people achieve their goals, we invite you to join our team of volunteers, fill out the form here: https://www.thebestraces.com/volunteer-form/ Be part of the Journey!Our Charity Initiatives. Find out more @ www.thebestracesjourney.com Keep running. Every mile you log after the race, we'll donate $1 to one of the charities we work with! (Note that Fundraising is Optional) Information Source: The Best Races | eventbrite

I’M NOT AN ACTOR Director: Aditya Kripalani Cast: Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Chitrangada satarupa Language: Hindi, English, German Length: 2 Hours Year: 2025 Synopsis: Mouni is a puritanical actor who hates Mumbai. She hates the commerce that overshadows the art each day and life here in general. It is her deepest dream to move abroad to any part of Europe and do Shakespeare. She ends up at an online audition with Adnan, a 55 year old Kashmiri Muslim man, who’s now a retired banker living in Frankfurt, Germany.Adnan is depressed and having just retired he’s desperately seeking a new sense of self. After the audition in which Mouni improvises to make Adnan react genuinely, they're both shortlisted. Shocked with the power of acting, he begs her to teach him. This sets off a day long acting class between two countries and two very different people over a long video call. It unravels their pasts, their fears, their pains and joys and leaves them changed. Like any good acting class should. We explore both Mumbai, dirty, grimy, soiled, dark, dense, intense and Frankfurt, squeaky clean, bright, colorful and as we see with the people, so also we see with the cities, that at the heart they're very similar. But acting is psychology. And now they both must learn to be vulnerable. To trust. Aditya Kripalani is a writer, director, and producer based in Frankfurt, Germany. A graduate of the Film and Television Institute of India’s Script Writing program, he has been a writer who’s written for advertising, novels and feature films. And all his characters are grappling with society and their relationship with it. There is a nudging of viewers and readers to introspect upon their habits, in all his work. His work almost always consists of people from the minority community fighting for equality and their right to the dignity of work and an everyday existence. Almost all his films have women protagonists and he works hard at eliminating the male gaze by bringing on board collaborators as equals who are all women, be it the DOP, the Editor, the Producer, the Art director, the Costume stylist, the Hair & Makeup team, the Executive Producer etc. He also produces films made by women. As a writer, director & producer, Aditya has films under his belt which have been awarded various prestigious International awards. His latest feature film,’Not Today’ which deals with the sensitive topic of suicide prevention won the prestigious International Critics 'FIPRESCI Award'. Aditya’s third feature film, ‘Devi Aur Hero’ (The Goddess and the Hero) which deals with sex addiction and mental disorder, won the NETPAC award for Best film award at the 25th Kolkata International Film Festival. His first 2 films Tikli & Laxmi Bomb and The Incessant Fear of Rape both feminist films streamed on Netflix globally for 4 years each. Information Source: Indo-American Arts Council | eventbrite

Join Barnes & Noble - Union Square in New York City on Saturday, June 21st at 6PM as we welcome New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Ashley Poston to celebrate, SOUNDS LIKE LOVE (B&N Exclusive Edition) . In Poston's new release, a hitmaking songwriter and a bitter musician share a startling and inexplicable connection that they’ll do anything to shake. Ashley will be in conversation with #1 New York Times bestselling author, Casey McQuiston . BONUS: Each ticket includes a copy of the B&N Exclusive Edition which features an alternate colorway, a playlist, an essay from the author, and other bonus content. .................................................................................................................... To make this event safe and enjoyable for all attendees, please read the below guidelines ahead of buying a ticket, so you know what to expect on the day. To avoid disappointment, we must stress that there will be no access to the event for non-ticketholders. Barnes & Noble reserves the right to make new rules and orders in its sole discretion with regard to COVID-19 at any time and any person not abiding by the Barnes & Noble directives will be refused entrance or directed to leave the premises. TICKETING INFORMATION Book Admission - $20.74 (Admission + one pre-signed copy of SOUNDS LIKE LOVE (B&N Exclusive Edition) + 5-cent bag fee ): **LIMITED QUANTITY AVAILABLE** : A ticket PER PERSON includes: One pre-signed copy of SOUNDS LIKE LOVE (B&N Exclusive Edition) . Admission to the event space and signing line with Ashley Poston . Ashley will not pose for photos. A B&N staff member will be on-hand to take candid photos while your books are signed. Ashley will personalize (name only) ONE copy of SOUNDS LIKE LOVE (B&N Exclusive Edition) and sign and personalize up to TWO additional books per person. Any gifts for the author will be collected prior to the signing line. Please arrive by 6PM in order to secure your seat in the event space. Late arrivals may only have access to standing room and may not have the opportunity to meet the author. GUIDELINES No memorabilia will be signed at this event. No large bags will be permitted into the event. Ticket holders will be admitted into the event beginning at 5:30PM the day of the event. Please have a copy of your ticket available (either printed out or on your phone) for check in. Due to health and safety and space limitations, those without a ticket will not be permitted into the event space. Please note that Eventbrite is the only authorized dealer for this event. Each person must have a ticket to enter. All event guidelines are subject to change. If you have any additional questions, please call the store directly at: 212-253-0810. REFUNDS Attendees can receive refunds up to 24 hours before your event start time. If you are unable to attend the event, Barnes & Noble - Union Square in New York City will hold your book for seven days after the event. Please contact the store to arrange your pickup. Should this event be canceled, all customers will be refunded their ticket price to the original method of payment per Eventbrite's refund policy. Event guidelines are subject to change. _______________________________________________________________________________________ ABOUT SOUNDS LIKE LOVE (B&N Exclusive Edition) : Joni Lark is living the dream. She’s one of the most coveted songwriters in LA…and she can’t seem to write. There’s an emptiness inside her, and nothing seems to fill it. When she returns to her hometown of Vienna Shores, North Carolina, she hopes that the sand, the surf, and the concerts at The Revelry, her family’s music venue, will spark her inspiration. But when she gets there, nothing is how she left it. Her best friend is avoiding her, her mother’s memories are fading fast, and The Revelry is closing. How can she think about writing her next song when everything is changing without her? Until she hears it. A melody in her head, lyric-less and half-formed, and an alluring and addictive voice to go with it—belonging, apparently, to a wry musician with hangups of his own. Surely, he’s a figment of her overworked imagination. But then the very real man attached to the voice shows up in Vienna Shores. He’s aggravating and gruff on the outside—nothing like the sweet, funny voice in Joni’s head—and he has a plan: They’ll finish the song haunting them both, break their connection, and hope they don’t risk their hearts in the process. Because that song stuck in their heads? Maybe it’s there for a reason. ABOUT Ashley Poston : Ashley Poston is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of The Dead Romantics, The Seven Year Slip, and A Novel Love Story . She writes stories about love and friendship and ever afters. A native to South Carolina, she now lives in a small grey house with her chaotic cats and too many books. You can find her on the internet, somewhere, watching cat videos and reading fan fiction. Information Source: Barnes & Noble - Union Square | eventbrite

Shorts A (narrative) - Ayesha - Blind Spot - Moti - Over A Cup Of Chai - An Orphanage Of Memories - Tracker Ayesha Director: Nihit Bhave Starring: Fatima Sana Shaikh, Anant Jog, Swaroopa Ghosh Run time: 12 minutes 48 seconds Language: Hindi Year Made: 2024 Country: India Synopsis: Ayesha, a Muslim house-help, reluctantly takes on a one-day job at a Hindu household. She wants to be upfront about her identity, but when she introduces herself, the owner of the house mishears her name to be ‘Asha,’ a common Hindu name. With each minute spent in the house, Ayesha learns just how the "other side" perceives you, when they think you're one of them. Director: Nihit Bhave Nihit Bhave started his career as a film journalist and critic with the Times of India and Hindustan Times. After a career in journalism, he assisted prolific Indian filmmaker Anurag Kashyap in Netflix India's first show, Sacred Games S01 and the anthology film, Lust Stories. He then switched to screenwriting with Sacred Games (S02) in which he wrote two episodes. His feature screenwriting credits include Kashyap’s Netflix drama, Choked, and the sci-fi thriller Dobaaraa. He next wrote and directed an indie short film, Phir Kabhi, starring Amruta Subhash and Manav Kaul, which competed at the Bengaluru International Short Film Festival, India's only Oscar-qualifying festival. Ayesha marks his second directorial venture. Blind Spot Director: Nitin Baid Starring: Konkona Sensharma, Ayan Khan Run time: 14 mins 53 Secs Language: Hindi Year Made: 2024 Country: India Synopsis: CHASHMA (BLIND SPOT) takes place in India during 1992, a time of significant socio-political change. While Hindu-Muslim tensions had existed in India since the post-Partition era, this year that witnessed a dramatic escalation, after the demolition of the Babri Masjid in Ayodhya. Inspired by actual events, the narrative follows Supriyo, an 11-year-old boy struggling with poor vision. However, his challenges go beyond his eyesight. When a school conflict erupts between two familiar students that Supriyo witnesses, he is asked to make an important decision. Amidst rising religious tensions in the country, the short film explores the blind spots of a young boy and the country as a whole, and Supriyo is forced to confront his biases and perceptions. Director: Nitin Baid Nitin Baid is a first-time director. CHASHMA (BLIND SPOT) is his directorial debut. Nitin Baid’s first feature as an editor, MASAAN, was screened at the 2015 Cannes Film Festival in Un Certain Regard and won two awards. He is the first Indian editor selected for the prestigious Berlinale Talent Campus and the only Indian editor as well as a member of the international editing panel at Edimotion 2023. Additionally, he has won numerous accolades and awards for editing in his home country. Nitin now turns his focus to his directorial debut with CHASHMA. Moti Director: Yash Saraf Starring: Koosilab Sengupta, Aarav Gomes Run time: 15 mins 50 Secs Language: Bengali Year Made: 2024 Country: India Synopsis: One day a dog named Moti turns into a boy. Shocked and confused, Moti’s human masters take him to the hospital to find out what is wrong. Science intervenes: Moti starts to evolve. But in becoming fully human Moti loses something vital along the way: his doggy sense of smell, his canine way of navigating the world. Director: Yash Saraf Over A Cup Of Chai Director: Anvita Brahmbhatt Starring: Ratna Pathak-Shah, Dalai, Danesh Razvi Run time: 17 mins Language: English Year Made: 2024 Country: India Synopsis: In an exploration of a mother-daughter relationship; tensions arise when a headstrong and sensitive daughter along with her shy boyfriend visit her reserved mother. Director: Anvita Brahmbhatt Anvita Brahmbhatt is a writer/filmmaker, photographer, and creative producer. A recent graduate from NYU Tisch School of the Arts, majoring in Film and TV Production and a minor in Business in Entertainment, Media, and Technology, Anvita enjoys writing and exploring family, human connection, loneliness, loss and coming-of-age themes in her works. Her first short film, The Documented Indian (2021) was selected at the London lift-off film festival. The film explored the unique ways two siblings voice dissent and a conversation about humanity prevailing (set during the 2019 CAA protests in India). What draws Manahar to filmmaking and acting is the desire to move and entertain audiences. An Orphanage of Memories Director: Rayit Hashmat Qazi Starring: Shafiya Maqbool Run time: 20 minutes 46 seconds Language: Kashmiri Year Made: 2024 Country: India Synopsis: In a small village of Kashmir, Farah, the caretaker of a small piece of land has lost her husband under tragic, unexplained circumstances. Feeling overwhelmed with grief, Farah clings onto her late husband’s memories. Under threat of her home being uprooted by the prospect of a new buyer, Farah finds a new lease of life when she discovers the saplings her husband brought to their kitchen garden. Just as she is done planting them, she discovers small rat droppings around the garden. With this Farah dives deep into a point of no return as she dedicates her life towards protecting the saplings at the cost of affecting her sanity. Orphanage of Memories is a protest against how the average Indian views Kashmir in movies - where the focus is always on the landscape and never on the people. We were keen on telling the story of an individual and not the serenity of Kashmir. This is precisely why we chose to set the story in the harshest part of winter, before snowfall starts - when the whole valley is engulfed in a blanket of deary gray monotones. Director: Rayit Hashmat Qazi Rayit Hashmat Qazi is an independent filmmaker from Kashmir, who is currently working in Mumbai, India. He has worked as an assistant to International as well as Indian directors on TVC’s for the last 6 years. From Jim Sonzero to Rob Cohen and Harvey Brown, Rayit has been a right hand to a wide array of filmmakers while working with Bang Bang Films on brands as diverse as AIRTEL, Tanishq, Britannia, Pepsi, Loreal, etc. In addition to this Rayit has worked as an assistant director on the critically acclaimed Mukti Bhawan that went on to premiere at the Venice Film Festival amongst other international film festival giants. This experience was instrumental in helping him transition from assisting to directing ads of his own. Over the course of the last two years, Rayit has made commercials for brands like Britannia, HUL, BMC, Airtel, etc. His maiden short Do Cup Chai (Two Cups of Tea) which sees the story of two ex-lovers who meet each other to fulfill a promise over a cup of tea, was nominated in the Best Short Film category at the NYIFF (New York Indian Film Festival). It further went on to premiere at Silk Screen International Festival and the prestigious Brahmaputra Valley Film Festival in Assam. Currently, Rayit is developing a show for Amazon as well as MX player. He has completed his graduation in Audio Visual Production/ Filmmaking from Symbiosis Institute Of Media and Communication. Tracker Information Source: Indo-American Arts Council | eventbrite

The Other Side Director : Indu Lakshmi Starring : Jagadish Run time : 1 Hour 20 minutes Language : Malayalam Year Made : 2024 Country : India Synopsis: In an array of incidents triggered by the mental issues of her mother, a teenager Janaki is stranded between the love for her mother and the fear of losing her. As she treads through this intricate maze, she discovers the limitations of her youth, often realizing the helplessness of being a young girl in a world where adults make all decisions Indu Lakshmi is the writer and director of Malayalam feature film NILA, produced by the government of Kerala. The script of NILA was chosen for production after winning a state level competition as part of women empowerment held by the Government of Kerala under an eminent jury of senior filmmakers and writers. Indu is also the writer of Malayalam feature film Daayam(Inheritance) which has been selected to various National and International film festivals. She is a published author of three books( Poetry, Short Stories and translation) and has written and directed short films selected to many prominent national and international film festivals. Indu graduated from Government Engineering College, Trivandrum in Information Technology and has been working in Infosys Technologies since 2005. She also has a post graduation (Master of Arts) in Psychology and works with various NGOs. Indu currently lives in Germany. Information Source: Indo-American Arts Council | eventbrite

Marching In The Dark Director : Kinshuk Surjan Starring : Run time : 1 hour 50 minutes Language : Marathi Year Made : 2024 Country : India Synopsis: Amid an escalating crisis of farmer suicides, a young widow, Sanjeevani, intent on the seemingly impossible task of providing a better life for herself and her children, refuses to surrender to despair or the cultural ostracization of widows. In a quiet yet powerful act of resistance, she discovers a community of other widows, confronting, sharing, and collectively overcoming grief. Through this shared sisterhood, she forges a path forward, finding unexpected strength in being there for others like her Kinshuk Surjan is a 35-year-old Indian filmmaker based in Bhopal. His first short film POLA won the Indian National Student Film Award for Best Film and Best Script in 2013. After working as a second assistant director on the film ISLAND CITY, awarded at the Venice Film Festival, he was awarded a scholarship to pursue his master’s at DocNomads. During this period, his short DIVIDED LINES was screened at the 2015 Jihlava Film Festival. In 2017, his graduation film, DE FLANDRIEN, won the Flanders Audiovisual Fund’s VAF WILDCARD, which enabled him to pursue the research for his first feature film, MARCHING IN THE DARK. Veni Director: Vishal Jejurkar Starring: Anjali Patil, Vitthal Nagnath Kale Run time: 23 min 15 sec Language: Marathi Year Made: 2024 Country: India Synopsis: Set in a small apartment, the story follows the chaotic daily routine of Varsha. She lives with her husband, Amol, and their son, Yash. They care for 70-year-old Narmada, who is suffering from the late stages of Alzheimer's. Narmada's past memories and her consciousness have diminished almost entirely. Even so, she remembers a few Ovis (folk songs) from her laborious past, her fingers remember the touch of garlic and how to peel it, her body remembers the addiction to roasted tobacco (misri), and she remembers her son, who never existed. Amongst all this chaos, Varsha realises she has missed her period, and a paradox unfolds. Director: Vishal Jejurkar Born and raised in a village in Nashik, India. I come from an agricultural background. Initially opted for medical studies despite artistic leanings. I am now a self-taught filmmaker, having created three independent short films. Information Source: Indo-American Arts Council | eventbrite

Second Chance Director : Subhadra Mahajan Starring : Dheera Johnson, Thakri Devi, Kanav Thakur Run time : 1 hour 44 minutes Language : English , Hindi Year Made : 2024 Country : India Synopsis: Desolate after experiencing a traumatic incident, Nia travels to the family's summer retreat amid the snow-covered Himalayas in order to regain her strength. There she finds the company of the caretaker’s mother-in-law, Bhemi, and her grandson, Sunny. Irrespective of their differing ages, social background and their ideas of happiness, a surprisingly strong bond develops between them, which cannot be broken, not even by the arrival of someone who drives Nia straight back into her trauma. This visually mesmerising film offers an authentic and vivid depiction of the process of coping with female pain and demonstrates that a second chance might emerge where we least expect it. Subhadra was born & raised in Himachal Pradesh & currently resides in Mumbai. She has had a long collaboration with Pan Nalin, most notably in co-writing ANGRY INDIAN GODDESSES (2015) which premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival, was Runner Up for the Audience Choice Award & released theatrically in over 60 countries. It won accolades for being ground-breaking in its truthful, non-apologetic depiction of womanhood in contemporary India. Subhadra’s debut feature film as a writer-director; SECOND CHANCE (2024) premiered at the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival in the Proxima Competition. The film garnered rave reviews across the board with The Hollywood Reporter praising the film for ‘effortlessly blending gentle humour with poignant drama’; and Variety declaring her as one of the ‘new female Indian filmmakers at the vanguard of a movement, whose movies share a certain, wise-beyond-their-years poetry.’ The film has travelled to some of the leading festivals in different corners of the world such as Busan International Film Festival, AFI Fest, Sao Paulo International Film Festival, Adelaide Film Festival, International Film Festival of Kerala and continues this journey in 2025. A Berlinale Talent of 2025, when she is not developing films in the mad city of Mumbai, Subhadra regularly takes time out to travel, often escaping deep into the Himalayas, determined to stay in touch with her roots & keep her soul intact. Information Source: Indo-American Arts Council | eventbrite

A Fly On The Wall Director : Nilesh Maniyar, Shonali Bose Run time : 1 hour 22 minutes Language : English Year Made : 2024 Country : India Synopsis: A friendship walks the distance between life and death in Nilesh Maniyar and Shonali Bose’s “A Fly on the Wall.” Loved ones , pour in from different parts of the world to raise one last toast with Chika Kapadia. In the coming week he has an appointment at Dignitas for physician assisted suicide, as he chose not to be tied to tubes and wires in his last moments. A film maker friend tasked with shooting Chika’s countdown to death, records her own feelings too. Thus weaving a tale of dignity in death through the lens of friendship. Ironically, the locale is beautiful Switzerland - the backdrop of many a blockbuster Indian film. A Fly on the Wall marks the fourth collaboration of Directors Nilesh Maniyar and Shonali Bose . Their decade long journey of filmmaking together began with the landmark feature film Margarita with a Straw starring Kalki Koechlin - Co-written, Co-directed and Co-produced by them. It had its World Premier at TIFF where it won the NETPAC Jury award and went on to screen in over a 100 film festivals winning 48 awards. This was followed by The Sky is Pink starring Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Farhan Akhtar Co-written by them and directed by Shonali which was the only Asian film in the Gala section at TIFF. Nilesh wrote Raatrani, directed by Shonali, starring Fatimah Sana Shaikh, which was the first episode of Modern Love Mumbai on Prime Video. Nilesh has directed a documentary – Black Sunshine Baby – streaming on Netflix and is in development on a Series and a Feature as a Director. Shonali’s debut feature Amu won 2 National Awards and was at Berlin and TIFF amongst many other festivals and awards. Information Source: Indo-American Arts Council | eventbrite

☕️ 🏃‍♂️ ☕️ 🏃‍♂️ ☕️ 🏃‍♂️For all the Coffee Lovers, this run is for you! You’ll love the shirt we send you. Set a goal, bring a friend, and join this super fun 5K/10K/13.1 Half-Marathon! The first 5 runners, we'll send you some coffee. 😊 Overview: Run will sell-out QUICK! We will close off waves the moment they fill up. If waves are sold out, you can sign-up for the virtual run option or wait list.This is a smaller, private group run with a cap per wave.All paces and ages (under 18 with guardian) are welcome - Run or Walk!There's no equipment or setup, this is a pure run with our coordinators to support you in a warm, stress-free setting!When you sign-up, we give you the support you need to help you achieve your goals and fitness. We also invite you to be part of our local run clubs that supports your fitness journey. Timing:- Timing is Optional: You may track your time on an app (Strava, RunKeeper, Nike Run, etc) and submit your times with our easy form to be posted online. Or you can ask our coordinators to help keep track of your time.- No timing chips (This is a stress free run to support you in achieving your goals)!What You Get (Swag Bag):-Running T-Shirt (Shipped to the address you register with - US only)- Finisher's Towel or Giveaway- Finisher's Medal!- Digital Training Pack- Online Results & Certificate of Completion-Invitation to Join one of our Local Running Clubs- We now have Technical Running Shirts (Optional). These lightweight, moisture wicking shirts can be upgraded for just $5 more.Packet Pickup:No hassle of picking up packets required!-Swag shipped direct to your address (Please make sure you provide your full, correct US mailing address including apartment number and check spelling)- Race bibs are provided on race dayWhen will I get my Swag?You will get your shirt at your mailing address the week of your race.Race Updates:We will email you a final update the Wednesday before the race with final details and course maps.Do you accept last minute registrations? (For those signing up 2 weeks before the race)Yes, but please note that it takes time for us to ship your shirt. Your shirt will likely arrive after the run. You can wear any shirt you find appropriate to run the race! Wave Times: (Email Us Your Desired Wave Time:info@thebestraces.com) (Waves filled on a First Come, First Serve Basis) Wave A: 7:30AM Wave B: 8:00AM Wave C: 8:30AMLate runners can run upon arrival (Please note our coordinators stay 3 hours after the first wave)Are there any other Questions we missed? https://www.thebestraces.com/faq/Virtual Run Option: - Our Virtual Run uniquely offers a Training Pack with Digital Tools to support your run.Virtual runs can be done any time and place of your choosing using any tracking device (optional). After you finish, you can submit your results to info@thebestraces.com to receive your medal!Race Bundle:Sign-up for more races and get a discount!Sponsorships & Promoting your Business:If you're looking to become a sponsor, we'd love showcase your business! https://www.thebestraces.com/events Team Glo Volunteers:If you're interested in helping put on runs for the Community and helping people achieve their goals, we invite you to join our team of volunteers, fill out the form here: https://www.thebestraces.com/volunteer-form/ Be part of the Journey!Our Charity Initiatives. Find out more @ www.thebestracesjourney.com Keep running. Every mile you log after the race, we'll donate $1 to one of the charities we work with! (Note that Fundraising is Optional) Information Source: The Best Races | eventbrite

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Madam Driver Director: Indrajit Nattoji Starring: Kitu Gidwani,Bhavna Pani,Ankit Siwach Run time: 55 Mins 8 Secs Language: Hindi Year Made: 2024 Country: India Synopsis: "Madam Driver" is a coming-of-age film centred on Devika Dixit, a 55-year-old woman from a small town in Gujarat, India, who defies societal norms by learning to drive. Despite facing deeply ingrained stereotypes, Devika bravely challenges her own beliefs and enlists the help of Hassan, a reluctant driving instructor. Through their journey of lessons, arguments, and unexpected challenges, Devika strives to overcome her fear of driving, while inspiring Hassan to reevaluate his own life choices. The story takes an unexpected turn when Devika, still lacking confidence in her driving skills, must assist Hassan's wife during a crucial moment. "Madam Driver" is a heartwarming story of overcoming loss, navigating grief, finding the courage to move forward, and the joy of reinventing oneself. Director: Indrajit Nattoji Indrajit Nattoji, a Master of Design from the National Institute of Design, is an award-winning director, visual-artist, and producer. He has led Blink Pictures for over 22 years, creating more than 400 TVCs and TV broadcast brands. His feature film releases include Aagey Se Right and AAFAT-e-ISHQ. His work also spans acclaimed large-scale film installations and hand-painted music videos like Rangi Saari. As an artist, he exhibited his paintings in art galleries in Kolkata and Mumbai. In 2023, he launched I.N.K. Pictures, a content development and film production company. Humans In The Loop Director: Aranya Sahay Runtime: 1 hour 14 minutes Language: Hindi Country: India Synopsis: An indigenous/ tribal woman begins interacting with artificial intelligence while working at a data centre in remote Jharkhand (an indigenous province of India). Nehma, an indigenous woman from the Oraon tribe, returns to her village with her children Dhaanu (12) and Guntu(1), after her divorce. She begins to work as a data labeller, training the ‘childlike’ AI models to differentiate objects. While Nehma faces the challenge of giving Dhaanu - forever tempted to flee back to the city - a reason to stay, she also notices AI adopting harmful human biases, echoing prejudices against her own community. Director: Aranya Sahay Aranya is an Indian filmmaker based out of Mumbai. Having studied at St. Stephen's College, Aranya went onto study Direction at FTII, Pune. This was soon followed by assisting stints with Imtiaz Ali and Patrick Graham as an Associate Director & Director’s Assistant. Aranya has directed five short films, of which Songs for Babasaheb and Chait have screened at Mumbai International Film Festival, Signs Films Festival and Jaffna Film Festival. In 2021, his film 'Saaya' was selected as a ‘Film Bazaar Recommends’ project. He was a participant and grant winner in the Museum of Imagined Futures Impact Fellowship Programme in 2023. Information Source: Indo-American Arts Council | eventbrite

Pride Week Kickoff Queer Men Speed Dating in New York City Gay Men Speed Dating Refund Policy: Plans change? No problem! If you can't make it to an event, we'll credit your ticket to another. Purchasing early helps us plan and guarantees your spot, so grab your tickets today with confidence About this event: Introducing an exclusive event tailored for the LGBTQ+ community – Speed Dating for Men ! Tired of the exhausting search for genuine connections in the bustling NY club scene? Say goodbye to wasted evenings and hello to meaningful encounters with like-minded individuals. Experience the thrill of meeting up to 15 potential matches in a single night. Whether you're seeking companionship, friendship, or romance, our diverse pool of participants, spanning various professions like finance, marketing, and education, ensures a wide array of options. Forget the struggle of sifting through countless profiles online – here, you'll have the opportunity to engage face-to-face with eligible singles in your community. Don't miss out on this chance to expand your social circle, forge meaningful connections, and potentially find that special someone. This event is open to individuals aged 21 and over. Join us and let fate take its course in the quest for love and connection. The Venue: Phoenix Bar 447 East 13th Street New York, NY 10009 212.477.9979 https://www.phoenixbarnyc.com/ Information Source: OnSpeedDating | eventbrite

Red carpet starts one hour before the screening at 4:30 pm. Screening will start at 5.30 pm. Post screening Q&A with cast and crew in attendance. Rasika, Gulshan, Kaushal and Anurag are slated to join in person. A Night to Celebrate: Closing Night After-Party at Chatti Following the screening, the celebration will continue at Chatti, one of New York’s newest culinary gems. Helmed by acclaimed chef Regi Mathew, the restaurant offers bold, contemporary interpretations of Kerala cuisine—making it the perfect setting to toast the future of Indian cinema. After party entry only for people who hold the ticket for the after party . Little Thomas Director : Kaushal Oza Starring : Rasika Dugal, Gulshan Devaiah, Hridansh Parekh Produced by: Luminoso Pictures, Civic Studios, Flip Films, Good Bad Films Producers: Ranjan Singh, Anurag Kashyap, Rajnikant Oza, Charu Oza, Anushka Shah, Kabir Ahuja Run time : 2 hour 5 minutes Language : Hindi, English Year Made : 2024 Country : India Synopsis: Seven year old Thomas, the only child of his parents, desperately wants a little brother. One day, he is told that to get a baby brother his parents will have to kiss. Since his quarrelling parents won't kiss any longer, little Thomas takes it upon himself to make them do the yucky act! Kaushal Oza is an alumnus of FTII, Pune and a two time winner of the National Film Award. Born and raised in Bombay, Kaushal trained for 5 years in the inter-collegiate circuit. He then joined FTII and graduated in Film Direction. His first short film, Vaishnav Jan Toh, won the National Award for the Best Debut Film of a Director. It was followed by his second short film, Afterglow, which too won the National Award making Kaushal the only FTII student in the illustrious history to have won the coveted award for consequtive short films. The film was also a part of a package of Best Short Films in 100 years of Indian Cinema in the Clermont Ferrand Short Film Festival. In 2021, Kaushal founded Luminoso Pictures and the production house's first project was the short The Miniaturist of Junagadh. Kaushal wrote and directed the film starring Naseeruddin Shah, Rasika Dugal, and Raj Arjun. The film premiered at New York Indian Film Festival and was screened in over 25 International Film Festivals garnering 7 Best Film Awards. Information Source: Indo-American Arts Council | eventbrite

Village Rockstar 2 Director : Rima Das Starring : Bhanita DAS ,Basanti DAS, Junumoni BORO, Boloram DAS, Manabendra DAS, Bhaskar DAS Run time : 1 Hour 48 minutes Language : Assamese Year Made : 2024 Country : India Synopsis: In a charming village, a teenage girl passionately pursues her musical dream. However, life's harsh realities challenge her innocence. As she faces these trials, she embarks on a journey to rediscover the profound connection between music and life, seeking a new harmony in the symphony of her dreams. Director: Rima Das Rima Das, a two time National award-winning filmmaker from India, is known for making indigenous and realistic stories that explore complicated relationships, finding purpose, coming of age and life amidst nature. She was conferred the Academy Awards (Oscars) membership in 2024. She is also one of the Brand Ambassadors of Toronto International Film Festival’s 'Share Her Journey' campaign that champions the cause of gender equality in cinema. G India named Rima Das as one of the Most Influential Young Indians of 2018. Her films VILLAGE ROCKSTARS (2018) and BULBUL CAN SING (2019) premiered at Toronto International Film Festival, screening at over 120 prestigious international film festivals, winning over 70 Awards including the National Film Awards in India. VILLAGE ROCKSTARS was also India's Official Entry to the Academy Awards 2019. In 2022, TORA’S HUSBAND had its World Premiere at Toronto International Film Festival, and its Asian Premiere at Busan International Film Festival. Besides INTO THE SPOTLIGHT part of MY MELBOURNE anthology, supported by Vicscreen and Screen Australia, shot in Melbourne with an Australian cast and crew premiered at Indian Film Festival of Melbourne in August 2024. She also directed a Hindi language film co-produced by Mumbai based production house to be streamed on a digital platform Information Source: Indo-American Arts Council | eventbrite

Join Barnes & Noble - Union Square in New York City on Monday, June 23rd at 6PM, as we welcome #1 New York Times bestselling author Lisa Jewell to celebrate the kaleidoscopic thriller, DON'T LET HIM IN . Nina, Martha, and Ash are on a collision course with a shocking truth that is far darker than anyone could have imagined. And all three are about to wish they had heeded the same warning: Don’t let him in. .................................................................................................................................. To make this event safe and enjoyable for all attendees, please read the below guidelines ahead of buying a ticket, so you know what to expect on the day. To avoid disappointment, we must stress that there will be no access to the event for non-ticketholders. Barnes & Noble reserves the right to make new rules and orders in its sole discretion with regard to COVID-19 at any time and any person not abiding by the Barnes & Noble directives will be refused entrance or directed to leave the premises. TICKETING INFORMATION Book Admission - $32.70 (Admission + one pre-signed copy of DON'T LET HIM IN + 5-cent bag fee ): **LIMITED QUANTITY AVAILABLE** : A ticket PER PERSON includes: One pre-signed copy of DON'T LET HIM IN (out 6/24/25). Admission to the event space and signing line with Lisa Jewell . Lisa will pose for photos. B&N staff will take photos for attendees. All copies of DON'T LET HIM IN will be pre-signed. Lisa will personalize copies of DON'T LET HIM IN (name only) and sign, signature only, TWO additional books per person . Any gifts for the author will be collected prior to the signing line. Please arrive by 6PM in order to secure your seat in the event space. Late arrivals may only have access to standing room and may not have the opportunity to meet the author. GUIDELINES No memorabilia will be signed at this event. No large bags will be permitted into the event. Ticket holders will be admitted into the event beginning at 5:30PM the day of the event. Please have a copy of your ticket available (either printed out or on your phone) for check in. Due to health and safety and space limitations, those without a ticket will not be permitted into the event space. Please note that Eventbrite is the only authorized dealer for this event. Each person must have a ticket to enter. All event guidelines are subject to change. If you have any additional questions, please call the store directly at: 212-253-0810. REFUNDS Attendees can receive refunds up to 24 hours before your event start time. If you are unable to attend the event, Barnes & Noble - Union Square in New York City will hold your book for seven days after the event. Please contact the store to arrange your pickup. Should this event be canceled, all customers will be refunded their ticket price to the original method of payment per Eventbrite's refund policy. Event guidelines are subject to change. _______________________________________________________________________________________ ABOUT DON'T LET HIM IN : “Who are you? Who are you really?” Nick Radcliffe is a man of substance and good taste. He has a smile that could melt the coldest heart and a knack for putting others at ease. He’s just what Nina Swann needed in her life after her husband’s unexpected death. But to Nina’s adult daughter, Ash, Nick seems too slick, too polished, too good to be true. Without telling her mother, Ash begins digging into Nick’s past. What she finds is more than unsettling... “Because there are things that don’t make sense, and I’ve been so patient, so very patient...” Martha is a florist living in a neighboring town with her infant daughter and her devoted husband Alistair. But lately, Alistair has been traveling more and more frequently for work, disappearing for days at a time. When Martha questions him about his frequent absences, he always has a legitimate explanation, but Martha can’t share the feeling that something isn't right. “You know that’s mad, don’t you? I’m your husband. We know everything there is to know about each other.” Nina, Martha, and Ash are on a collision course with a shocking truth that is far darker than anyone could have imagined. And all three are about to wish they had heeded the same warning: Don’t let him in. But the past won’t stay buried forever. ABOUT Lisa Jewell : Lisa Jewell is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of twenty-three novels, including None of This Is True , The Family Upstairs , and Then She Was Gone , as well as Invisible Girl and Watching You. Her novels have sold over fifteen million copies internationally, and her work has also been translated into thirty languages. Connect with her on X @LisaJewellUK, on Instagram @LisaJewellUK, and on Facebook @LisaJewellOfficial. Information Source: Barnes & Noble - Union Square | eventbrite

Does your favorite mountain range include Everest - along with Thunder and Space? Do you like to travel from Mexico to Canada in one day, with stops in Norway, Italy, Germany, and China along the way? Are you always spotting Hidden Mickeys - no matter where you are? Then come to Disney Parks Trivia at Slattery’s Midtown Pub on Monday, June 23 at 7pm! That's right, an entire trivia devoted to The Happiest Place on Earth - because if we can't be there, we might as well have the fun of proving how much we know (and love) about it with fellow Mouseketeers! Reservations can be made by visiting; https://DisneyParks062325.Eventbrite.com $20 per person food/drink minimum. The best way to reserve tickets is by selecting a team captain and having them be in charge of tickets for ALL team members. For example, if Mickey, Minnie, Donald and Daisy are a team and Minnie gets put in charge, she will then reserve tickets for herself, Mickey, Donald and Daisy = (4) in total. PLEASE ONLY RESERVE SINGLE TICKETS IF YOU ARE PLAYING BY YOURSELF. We will send a confirmation email to everyone closer to the event. Be sure to hop on the monorail early enough to arrive before rope drop and join in the Welcome Medley, before racing to your favorite table. #HappilyEverAfter Information Source: Trivia, AD | eventbrite

Typographics Conference (in-person) ticket holders can have a 10% discount on this workshop. Write to type@cooper.edu for the promo-code to take advantage of this offer before you pay. Learn drawing techniques and understand letter structure from a graffiti writing context to enhance your type and lettering work. This workshop focuses on graffiti pieces and the rich subculture of graffiti writers—a tradition of letterforms that originated on New York City subways in the 1970s. Through drawing exercises, history lessons, and demonstrations, participants will learn how to adapt ideas from the graffiti world while respecting the artform and its practitioners. You'll work on a series of drawings, developing one idea into a lettering piece, drawn alphabet, or foundation for a new display typeface. Kel will help you see the graffiti around you in new ways and leave the workshop with fresh ideas and a deeper appreciation for graffiti work. No prior experience with graffiti writing is necessary—just a type or lettering practice and curiosity for other forms of letter making. No computers are required for this workshop. Required Materials Canson Marker Paper pad (9 x 12 )#2 Pencil, ruler, eraser, sharpenerVarious sized black markers from fine to wide, including a chisel tip, such as Sharpie brandTablets with drawing software are permitted but most of the initial sketches will be on paperKel Troughton is a type designer, lettering artist, graffiti writer, and educator, living in Oakland, California. Kel worked as the graffiti consultant for Letterform Archive including co-curating the exhibition “Subscription to Mischief”, showcasing the 1990s graffiti community and the independent publishing that documented it. He started writing graffiti in 2000 and has continued to add letter-based interests ever since. He studied type design at Type@Cooper West, worked at Monotype, and currently works on freelance type and lettering projects. His company Overlap Type focuses on type design that utilizes ideas from his graffiti experience. In short, Kel is a letter person. Information Source: Typographics Festival | eventbrite