**Morningside Lights Lantern Festival**
Every fall, the Morningside Lights event brings exquisite handmade lanterns to life, creating a luminous procession that brightens the night sky. This year, the theme is “Reflections: 100 Years of New York Art,” celebrating the reciprocal influence between art and the city itself. On Saturday, September 21, as dusk falls, residents will be treated to over 50 community-crafted lanterns in Morningside Heights, each representing different generations of artists and their work. The lantern procession will kick off at 8 PM from the intersection of 116th Street and Morningside Avenue, making its way to the Columbia University campus by around 8:45 PM.
**Tibetan Buddhist Art Exhibition at The Met**
The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York has recently launched a special exhibition focusing on Tibetan Buddhist art. Central to the exhibit is the mandala, a symbol representing the universe and reality, also used in Tibetan culture to illustrate the path to quick enlightenment. The exhibition opened on September 19 and explores sacred art and Buddhist imagery from the Himalayas through over 100 paintings, sculptures, textiles, instruments, and a range of ritual items, primarily dated from the 12th to the 15th centuries. Additionally, it includes a contemporary installation by Tibetan artist Tenzing Rigdol, offering viewers a roadmap to understanding Tibetan Buddhist worship.
**Annual Dog Parade Event**
The AKC Museum of the Dog is gearing up for its annual dog parade and social gathering on September 21, inviting dogs and dog lovers of all ages to gather in Bryant Park, located in Midtown Manhattan. The festivities kick off at 11 AM, where dogs and their owners can enjoy the park’s lawns, complete with live music, art activities, dog skill demonstrations, and photo ops. Food and beverage vendors will also be on-site, ensuring a perfect picnic experience for all canine companions. Registration for this free event is available online at https://shorturl.at/l2H8d.
**Film Screenings by Johnnie To**
Johnnie To, the renowned Hong Kong filmmaker, is one of the last masters of genre cinema, skillfully weaving intricate plots and tension-filled narratives that immerse audiences in the story. The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York is currently hosting a retrospective of To’s films, running from now until October 12, featuring over 20 of his works. This weekend, attendees can catch screenings of “The Heroic Trio,” “The Mission,” “Election,” and “My Left Eye Sees Ghosts.” For those interested, tickets can be purchased on the official website at https://shorturl.at/ASLAr.
