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District 1

Christopher Marte

The Lower East Side, Chinatown, the Financial District, Battery Park City, Tribeca, Governors Island, Little Italy, Soho, and Hudson Square

Council Member Marte is always excited to partner with community groups and organizations across Lower Manhattan on free events throughout the year. Below you’ll find a list of upcoming events for families, seniors, pets, and more. We hope to see you soon!


Rally & Ride

A 5-mile bike ride and rally to support the Wheel Deal: discounted Citi Bike Memberships for seniors and students!

Where: Grand Army Plaza to City Hall Park.

When: Saturday, June 13th, 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM.


CUNY Citizenship Now!: Free Immigration Help

Get free immigration help and confidential advice from a lawyer through CUNY Citizenship Now!

Where: Virtually – please call 646-664-9400 or text 929-334-3784 to make an appointment

When: Friday, June 12


UA3 Spring Food Festival

Free food distribution at Confucius Plaza! First come, first served, while supplies last.

Where: Confucius Plaza, 1-9 Bowery, New York, NY 10002

When: Friday, June 19, 11am to 2pm


Teen Pride Night

Teenagers aged 14 to 19 are invited to attend Teen Pride Night at the International Center of Photography for a night of dancing, photography, and other fun events.

Where: 84 Ludlow Street

When: Thursday, June 25, 4pm to 8pm


LES Coolest Block Contest

Sign up for the Coolest Block contest with neighbors, family, or coworkers! Keep street trees on your block clean and healthy for the chance to win an award from the Lower East Side Ecology Center.

Where: Lower East Side, East Village, Chinatown

When: June to September


City Hall Greenmarket

Every Tuesday throughout the summer, buy fresh and local produce and more at the Grow NYC City Hall Greenmarket!

Where: Broadway and Chambers Street

When: Tuesdays (May to November), 8am to 4pm


Tribeca Greenmarket

Every Saturday throughout the year, buy fresh and local produce and more at the Grow NYC Tribeca Greenmarket!

Where: Greenwich and Chambers Streets

When: Saturdays, 8am to 2pm


Bowling Green Greenmarket

Every Tuesday throughout the summer, buy fresh and local produce and more at the Grow NYC Bowling Green Greenmarket!

Where: Broadway and Battery Place

When: Tuesdays (May to November), 8am to 3pm