A talk and tasting:

The Simple Art of Rice with Chef JJ Johnson
Monday, September 18, 6:30pm
Rice can be found at the center of tables across the world. Take a bite with Chef JJ Johnson, whose restaurant FIELDTRIP is based in Harlem—a neighborhood filled with myriad immigrant communities where rice can represent the area’s diverse culture. In addition to a complimentary glass of wine and rice bowls from the restaurant, celebrate the launch of his new book, The Simple Art of Rice: Recipes from Around the World for the Heart of Your Table. The James Beard Award winner will join co-author Danica Novgorodoff and MCNY curator Monxo López to discuss the power of food to connect us to each other across the globe or just around the block.

This program is part of Eat Your Heart Out, a series of talks and tastings accompanying the exhibition Food in New York: Bigger than the Plate.

Complimentary wine and small rice bowls from Chef JJ's restaurant FIELDTRIP are included in your ticket! A book signing will follow the talk (Books will be available for sale).

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Also this month:

Ambient Faith Live Readings and Conversation
Wednesday, September 13, 6pm

Join journalist Anjali Kamat, poet Divya Victor, and writer and perfumer Tanaïs to engage your senses via sight, sound, and smell as you explore complex issues around religion and race in New York City, and beyond.

Tickets: $15; $10 Members

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This Is New York on Film: The World, The Flesh, and the Devil
Thursday, September 21, 7pm

This mid-century sci-fi picture starring the late, great Harry Belafonte is a celebration of on-location filming in NYC. Introduced by Belafonte's mentee Carmen Perez-Jordan, President/CEO of The Gathering for Justice.

Tickets: $20; $15 Members

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Mark your calendars:

MCNY 100: Centennial Celebration Weekend
Join us for a weekend-long celebration of the Museum’s 100th birthday with fun events for all ages!  

Event Schedule At a Glance:
October 13, 6:30pm Tin Pan Alley Hits of the ‘20s
October 13, 7:30pm Uptown Jazz Speakeasy
October 14, 10am    Keys to the City Scavenger Hunt: On Location in New York
October 15, 10am    Family Day


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