During February, we have been watching movies that explore the complexity of romance. This 2018 film based on James Baldwin's 1974 novel of the same name, "If Beale Street Could Talk," is set in early 1970s Harlem. Daughter and wife-to-be Tish vividly recalls the passion, respect and trust that have connected her and her artist …
OM is a host of the Silent Book Club. Bring a book, grab a bite/food and enjoy reading your book in the company of fellow book lovers! The event kicks off at 6:30 p.m. with introductions and eating/drinking. The silent reading hour will run 7:30-8:30 p.m. Afterward, feel free to stick around for mingling or …
After their sizzling performance in January, Mikecheck and friends return to Old Major for a live performance on Friday, February 17 at 7:30 p.m. Mikecheck is a talented singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. He will perform songs from his latest album. The show is free with purchase of food and drinks. Tips for the band are also …
Join us for the screening of a historical documentary on Brooklyn Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm and her campaign for the Democratic Party presidential nomination in 1972. Reflecting Chisholm's wit, spirit, and charisma, the film chronicles her adventures on the Chisholm Trail. Watch the trailer.
On Friday, February 10 at 8 p.m., we're checking into the Heartbreak Hotel with all of our feelings of love-lost for Old Major's Lonely Hearts Karaoke and Open Mic Night! Look, we love the idea and experience of love--it really is grand. The Lonely Hearts Night is a fun and cathartic way to acknowledge heartache, …
Every Thursday in February, we are watching movies that explore the complexity of romance. Our second film is an allegory set in Cameroon, where a young couple—Ngando and Ndomé—who are in love but are prevented by Ndomé’s family from getting married because Ngando cannot afford the customary dowry. When Ndomé becomes pregnant, a marriage with Ngando’s …
OM is a host of the Silent Book Club. Bring a book, grab a bite/food and enjoy reading your book in the company of fellow book lovers! The event kicks off at 6:30 p.m. with introductions and eating/drinking. The silent reading hour will run 7:30-8:30 p.m. Afterward, feel free to stick around for mingling or …
During February, we will watch movies that explore the complexity of romance. We will kick off this series with a classic, award-winning musical from 1961. Hint: It's an adaptation of Romeo & Juliet set in New York City, and the Jets and the Sharks are at war. Satisfy your curiosity by watching this trailer.
Are you interested in acquiring new language skills AND friends? Join us every other Thursday from 7-9 p.m. for OM’s Meet & Speak Language Exchange! All interested parties are welcomed to attend. This is an event for native speakers and learners alike, who simply want to enjoy a casual language exchange. The event is free …
OM is a host of the Silent Book Club. Bring a book, grab a bite/food and enjoy reading your book in the company of fellow book lovers! The event kicks off at 6:30 p.m. with introductions and eating/drinking. The silent reading hour will run 7:30-8:30 p.m. Afterward, feel free to stick around for mingling or …
