BT Weekender: Five things to do in the Bronx this weekend

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Friday, March 22

Silent Disco

From 6 to 8 p.m.; free

Dance like no one’s watching — and, more importantly, sing like no one’s listening — at Friday’s Silent Disco at Williamsbridge Oval Recreation Center. Don a special pair of headphones to listen to music and join the dance floor.

This is a free event hosted by NYC Parks. For more information, see their event posting here. This event is good for all ages.

Saturday, March 23

D9 Literacy Expo

From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.; free

Families are invited to celebrate literacy and education at the Grand Concourse Library this Saturday. Explore the book fair or hear readings by children’s authors Jeff Cortez, Kim Seabrook and Spirited Moon.

Everyone is welcome and there will be giveaways. Read more about the event here.

Easter Eggstravaganza

From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.; free

The Easter Eggstravaganza calls itself the “ultimate Easter event” with “something for everyone.” 15,000 eggs will be hidden around Ferry Point Park, ready to be found. The egg hunt is joined by food, a petting zoo, an obstacle course and photos with the Easter Bunny.

The event is joined with performances by the LaGuardia High School Gospel Choir and Band, the Queens Crusader Step Team and NYU Vocal Students.

To attend, participants must pre-register. To register and see more information, see their event posting here.

Sunday, March 24

Health & Hip Hop: Women’s Health Workshop

From 1 to 3 p.m.; free

This workshop hopes to offer an empowering afternoon of healthcare guidance for cis and trans women, accompanied by “electrifying” hip-hop performances by female and non-binary artists.

Taking place at the Bronx Academy of Arts and Dance (BAAD!), event planners hope it will give women a better understanding of their health. There will be a panel discussion and Q&A with healthcare professionals.

For more information on the event and a list of the performers, see BAAD!’s event posting here.

Purim with Israel

Starts at 4 p.m.; free

Join the Bronx Jewish Center for the “Purim party to end all Purim parties.” All are welcome. Live entertainment will include a live fire show with ROMEO THE ODD, music, children’s entertainment and more.

There will be a festive catered meal and hamantashen.

To RSVP or see more information about the event, see the Bronx Jewish Center’s event posting here.


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