Having the capacity to hold about 180 people, Elebash Recital Hall is located in the City University of New York Graduate Center. An ideal place for holding cultural events like student concerts and other formal presentations, this venue is quiet spacious. Fully equipped with audio and visual equipments, this hall hosts several special events annually. Catering primarily to cultural events, the hall is commonly known as a culture complex.
Located off New York State Thruway, Common Ground Coffeehouse is a popular venue for music concerts. In addition to hosting concerts in this cozy performance venue, they also host concerts in other locations like Irvington Theater in New York. This cozy venue is a great place to visit for music lovers.
This historic brick building was built in 1785 by Edward Mooney, a wealthy butcher. Mooney left his home behind when he died in 1800, and since then, the building has been used as a hotel, a pool parlor, a store, a brothel, a restaurant, and is now used as a bank. New York City designated the building as a landmark in 1966. It is the only remaining townhouse from the American Revolutionary period.
A former school that has been converted into a bustling arts and culture venues, the aptly titled Old School is Nolita's culture hub. Housed in a historic building, Old School comes complete with a courtyard, which is a remnant of its earlier life, and plays host to live bands, DJs, exhibitions, and more. Do stop by when in the neighborhood, and experience a slice of the city's vibrant culture.
Dating back to early 1776, the Jacob Purdy House was the former headquarters of Sir George Washington. One of architect Samuel Horton's renowned works till date, the house, in 1979, was declared a registered monument in the National Register of Historic Place. Over the years, this historic structure has gone on to become an integral part of White Plains' rich history. Today, the house is the headquarters of the White Plains Historical Society.
Bored of working out in a gym to lose weight? Then head to the ZLifestyle Dance Fitness Inc. for an innovative way from being flab to fabulous. Combining various elements of Latino dance forms, the trainers here guide you through an hour of dance-fitness party known as Zumba. These sessions are set against the backdrop of some of the best international beats, and the dance steps are easy to learn and follow. Apart from weight loss programs, the center also helps those looking for muscle-strengthening workouts and to increase stamina. Call ahead or visit their website to know more.