Join Michael & Laura O'Connell and friends as they perform their new album, “Interweave"— a collection of songs inspired by our human capacity to bridge dimensions while discovering stillness in chaos, and wisdom in uncertainty. Each song is a mantra, a meditation and prayer to surrender to the spectrum of personal experience.

Michael and Laura will also spend time discussing their songwriting process and share stories of their inspirations. 

This production is made possible by a DCLA Premier Grant from Staten Island Arts, with public funding from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs.

What is Interactive Dialogue at Destiny’s Happy Hour? Participants engage with each other through conversation on a topic. This month we are focusing on Valuing Oneself. Destiny facilitates questions and comments, ensuring everyone has a chance to be heard. One question area for this month could be —

How can I learn to recognise when I’m not valuing myself?

Am I living according to my agenda and values or someone else's?

Who should attend? Any adult over 21 who is keen to connect with others through meaningful conversation.

What is the goal? To create a safe environment for people to share their ideas about topics and themes that affect us all and our emotional wellness. Some people experience a sense of release when sharing.

 How can I stay connected? Follow @DestinyHappyHour on IG for monthly events and content.

$5 donation suggested.

You choose the song and you sing! Reynaldo will accompany you live on the piano. Join and sing along or just come and listen. 

(Tips appreciated!) 

The Black Maverick will involve children in the exciting afternoon's events!

Step into the year 2172 with D-Voyant: The Forgotten Hero Rises, a riveting creation by Hutchinson Boyd, also known as The Black Maverick. Inspired by his brother's challenges and resilience, Boyd crafts a tale where Darren, an unconventional hero with mysterious powers, becomes humanity's last hope in a war-ravaged world. This narrative not only pulses with high-stakes action and deep emotional layers but also illuminates the struggles of the marginalized. Boyd's personal connection and vivid storytelling invite readers into a universe where courage and compassion reign supreme. Meet the author behind this powerful saga and discover the superhero in all of us.

Come join us in an intimate evening of songs, stories, and spoken word, featuring 3 singer/ songwriters, poets and all around nice people — Phoebe Blue, Thomas Patrick Maguire and Vincent Vok (AKA Father Crime). They will be sharing the stage, taking turns sharing original songs and welcoming comments and questions from the audience.

THOMAS PATRICK MAGUIRE — Like the best American singer-songwriters, "Basement Folk" artist Thomas Patrick Maguire tells stories. Influenced equally by melancholy troubadours like Elliott Smith and Nick Drake, and by iconoclastic '90s alternative rock like Sebadoh and Nirvana, he sets his low-key tales of working-class life to deceptively simple stripped-down melodies that haunt the listener long after they've first heard Thomas's music. No wonder New York Newsday has twice lauded him as one of New York's best local artists in its year-end wrap-ups, calling his music "utterly hypnotic." 

PHOEBE BLUE is a singer, songwriter, performing  artist, and community activist, keeping Staten Island’s music scene thriving and relevant with creative happenings and her unique format of open mics, most recently teaming up with comedian Nanci Richards to provide spoken word, poetry, comedy, and music to the event.  Her latest collection of new music and spoken word poetry is called “Post Apocalyptic Apothecary!? — The place we go to when the world ends and we are still here; for all our medicinal needs.” And it features her band The Make Baleaves.

VINCENT VOK (AKA Father Crime) has been an integral part of Staten Island’s arts and music scene for the last twenty years, he has played countless shows, hosted singer/songwriter events, directed and performed in local theater. He earned his degree on the streets and in the clubs of the West Village, learning his craft from the likes of Dave Van Ronk and Suzanne Vega. His first album, “Survivor,” released to critical acclaim (Billboard magazine listed it as one of their top 10 favorite LPs, and the original vinyl is now a cult favorite on the internet) is in the process of being remixed and remastered.  His latest release “Unspecial Pain,” can be streamed on Spotify, Apple Music and YouTube under his AKA Father Crime.

Do you love to read but never have enough time? Join us at ETG’s Read-in Cafe. Where we read, share book ideas, and meet kindred spirits! Relax with your own book or one you find in our Book Cafe while enjoying refreshments. Questions? Call us at 718-447-8256.

Martin Reuter is an independent jazz/funk artist known for deep grooves and dreamy, psychedelic, ambient soundscapes. The composer and multi-instrumentalist has lived a life dedicated to perfecting his craft.

Martin Reuter - drums. Charles Flanagan - Korg Synthesizer. L.A. Perez - Bass. Mathieu Cerepi - Guitar.

Read more about his life here.

For samples of his music, go to this link.

{Suggested admission $5.00, but no-one will be turned away!}

Book reading  The Last Brass Ring written by author Liz Hill and set in Staten Island. Meet the author, hear some excerpts, participate in a Q&A session.

Liz will talk about her inspiration for the book, set in 1980s Staten Island with a parallel story told in flashbacks to the 1940s, as well as decisions related to the publication process.

To learn more about Liz Hill, see www.lizhill.net. She is available for media interviews.

St Patrick’s Eve and do you know where your Irish Is? Bob Wright does, and he'll share it with you in songs celebrating the fair isle both traditional and new, including songs from his upcoming illustrated book  Ginger Sea ‘Neath the Celtic Moon, which is being sponsored by the New York State Council on the Arts and City Lore in Manhattan. {See City Lore mission statement for more info on that organization!}

Bob is a native Islander, award winning songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist whose songs often document local history, maritime history, and his Irish roots.

Staten Island Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Diversity Book Drive: Celebrating Black History Month through reading.

We are excited to partner with the Staten Island Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc by hosting their 5th Annual children's book drive! 

The book drive will benefit students from the most deserving areas on the North Shore of Staten Island.

In their words: "Our mission is to enrich the literary landscape of our community, specifically focusing on students in Pre-K through 8th grade. We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion by collecting new or gently used books that reflect the experiences of all students, with an emphasis on literature authored and illustrated by Black individuals, people of color, and featuring multilingual content. These books will help students and teachers at some of Staten Islands most deserving school libraries and classrooms."

If you have children's books in good condition, we encourage you to bring them into ETG Book Cafe during these special hours on two Sundays in February.  OR you may also purchase our second-hand books and donate those books to the book drive,.

During this time, members of the Staten Island Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. will be available to welcome community members, assist in selecting appropriate books, and facilitate the donation process.

Three millennia of passion, despair, and mystical mingling.  Live and recorded music from Sappho to Savvopoulos, including rhythmic, poetic verses of Parmenides and Empedocles (who viewed Aphrodite as a trickster goddess).  In the spirit of Bacchic Frenzy, group chanting and singing will be encouraged. 

[Due to the highly salacious nature of some of the content, no children under 16 will be admitted.]

A (lapsed) member of Actor's Equity, Jonathan Bricklin has performed in numerous musicals, at venues including BAM and Off-Broadway. He is the author of The Illusion of Will, Self, and Time (SUNY Press), numerous essays for international journals (including a study on Parmenides), and is the editor of Sciousness (a collection of essays on nonduality). Jonathan spent much of his twenties studying Greek at several New York universities and received a Certificate in Advanced Greek Studies from the Latin/Greek Institute in 1982.  Since then he has continued to be inspired by ancient and modern Greek culture — especially its poets, songwriters, and singers.

www.jonathanbricklin.org/

Staten Island Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Diversity Book Drive: Celebrating Black History Month through reading.

We are excited to partner with the Staten Island Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc by hosting their 5th Annual children's book drive! 

The book drive will benefit students from the most deserving areas on the North Shore of Staten Island.

In their words: "Our mission is to enrich the literary landscape of our community, specifically focusing on students in Pre-K through 8th grade. We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion by collecting new or gently used books that reflect the experiences of all students, with an emphasis on literature authored and illustrated by Black individuals, people of color, and featuring multilingual content. These books will help students and teachers at some of Staten Islands most deserving school libraries and classrooms."

If you have children's books in good condition, we encourage you to bring them into ETG Book Cafe during these special hours on two Sundays in February.  OR you may also purchase our second-hand books and donate those books to the book drive,.

During this time, members of the Staten Island Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. will be available to welcome community members, assist in selecting appropriate books, and facilitate the donation process.

Jazz musician and composer Kevin Norton (vibes, drums) joins Julia Sane Simoniello (singer. songwriter and visual artist) for an evening of musical treats.

Julia Sane Simoniello and Kevin Norton have been collaborating on music (and multimedia, activist) projects for about 10 years now. They connect on several levels, but the main idea behind their collaboration is that music is more than just notes and rhythms. Music has the power to bring people together. Music has the power to motivate people and change our lives for the better.

Julia comes from a deep singer/songwriter background, as well as a visual artist and social activist. Kevin’s musical background is in jazz, new-music, “classical” and soundtrack venues, and, like Julia he is also a committed social activist.  

Together, they make music that defies easy definitions, but they do seem to connect with listeners that seek a deeper interaction with music.   

Julia https://juliasimoniello.com/

Kevinhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kevin_Norton

Local singer/songwriter Frank Troy returns to the neighborhood stage! Accompanying himself on the guitar, Frank's singing will touch your heart! 

He performs his original songs, as well as some of our favorite covers!

The Return of  Vince and Andy: A Holiday Show, featuring Singer/Songwriters Vince Vok and Andy Kass

Commemoration of World AIDS Day, in collaboration with the PRIDE Center of Staten Island and CHASI

Please join us to support people living with and affected by HIV, and to remember those who lost their lives to AIDS.  We invite all to come together for Education, Prevention and Overall Support.  Poetry, spoken word, guest speakers and participants who want  to share or show support are welcome to share their voice.  Snacks and beverages will be provided.  Free HIV home testing kits, condoms  and resources will be available

Vinyl Record Sale!

40% off Vinyl Records this weekend only

{Used Book Sale continues through November 30}

Vinyl Record Sale!

40% off Vinyl Records this weekend only

AND ALSO OPEN This Sunday Nov. 26 12–6pm

{Used Book Sale continues through November 30}

PARTY! at ETG Book Cafe to celebrate our 40 years in existence will include live music, mini poetry open mics, raffle drawings, memory sharing and free tea and cake!

MUSIC! From 4-9pm, each hour will contain a live musical performance of 15-20 minutes, a mini poetry open mic, raffle ticket drawings, memory-sharing, free tea and cake samples, and maybe some surprises!

Music performances by

• Si Golraine (4pm),

• Michelle Clausell and John Purvis (4:10pm),

• Celeste Holmes-Bute (5pm),

• Frank Troy (6pm),

• Caroline Cutroneo (7pm),

• Jeannine Otis and Larry Marshall (8pm).

Our MCs are the fabulous Viv Vassar and Will Wynn (aka Guillermo Echanique)

It will be a whole lotta fun- please come by!

RAFFLE DRAWING! Prizewinning raffle tickets will be drawn starting 4pm at ETG Book Cafe. You do not need to be present to win.

40% OFF ALL USED BOOKS
throughout November at ETG Book Cafe (including during the party)

Every Thing Goes is celebrating 40 years in Tompkinsville!

FREE RAFFLE! Enter by stopping by either of our stores by 3pm on Saturday, Nov. 11.  40 prizes, from small (organic chocolate bars, ETG tote bags, etc.) to large ($40, $100 and $200 gift certificates) will be drawn starting 4pm on Saturday, Nov. 11, at ETG Book Cafe. You do not need to be present to win.

40% OFF ALL USED BOOKS
throughout November at ETG Book Cafe

40% OFF FURNITURE
on Saturday, Nov. 11, at ETG Furniture & Clothing

20% OFF CLOTHING
on Saturday, Nov. 11, at ETG Furniture & Clothing (except accessories (jewelry), crystals, and handbags)

We are workers – We work in the healthcare field, the education field, the computer graphics field and we are creative artists. We work to survive, but we create to thrive.

May Day is a celebration (with ancient roots) of the beginning of the summer season, but it is also International Workers Day. We are ALL workers and yet, the ruling class seeks to divide (and conquer) us. This event is about waving our asses in the faces of the ruling class and celebrating our working brethren. The future will only contain what we put into it now. Let's strive toward happiness.

Kevin Norton (on Wikipedia) – Composer, percussion instruments ...

Mary Campbell – Conceptualist: visual and performance artist

Julia Sane Simoniello – Songwriter, guitar and vocals

Cornelius The Earthworm, is a book that asks life's big questions, but from a worm's perspective: Why are we here?  Why do bad things happen to good worms? And what or who is God?  It's a book that recognizes that in spite of there being different belief systems, everyone can still get along if they choose to.

Allan Avidano is a Staten Island artist and writer who loves exploring the island's cultural diversity, nature, and history.  Cornelius The Earthworm is his second children's book set on Staten Island.

Come and embark on an inspiring journey with transformative artist and author Anna Cley. Praised by TV personalities and clinical therapists, The Journey of the Heart is an empowering fairytale of courage, freedom, and love. Anna Cley will host an immersive reading, followed by a Q&A and a book signing. To learn more about Anna, visit LINKTR.EE/ANNACLEY

Staten Island members of the Party for Socialism and Liberation invite the community to discuss what housing would look like under socialism as they debut the inspiring new book “Socialist Reconstruction: a better future for the United States”

Come on over and join us for a Sunday evening dance party!

We're capping off our Fourfold Festive Weekend by spinning our favorite dance music and letting our hair down! Actual vinyl records will be played! (as well as digital delights!)

Come to loosen up, sway, wiggle, twirl, bounce, cavort etc. as we finish up a weekend of celebrating records, books, poetry, and Mother Earth. YES!!!

This inspiring local band consists of Brian Williams (percusssion), Kevin L. (guitar), Cory Williams (guitar, bass) and Yusuf Cross (vocals). They will perform a wide variety of covers (folk, soul, pop) from the 70's through the 90's.  And some original songs as well!  

Suggested donation is $5.00.

Mix and Mingle from 6:30 to 7 PM, discussion starts promptly at 7 PM.

DEATH CAFE IS FREE OF CHARGE, BUT YOU MUST MAKE A RESERVATION FOR THIS EVENT! The ETG Book Cafe will not be open to the general public during the Death Cafe. Without a reservation, you will not be admitted. In order to keep our conversation manageable and intimate, there will be a cap at 16 participants.

To make a reservation, text 917-535-1989, with your name and how many spots you want to reserve. We will text you back to CONFIRM your reservation.

Please join us as we welcome Violeta Orozco to the East Coast with the release of her new book Stillness in the Land of Speed by Jacar Press.   You can check out the book here.

We'll be hosting this (fantastic) reading for which has invited some great poets to read and help celebrate: Rescue Poetix, Danny Shot, Octavia McBride Aheebe, Melinda Gonzalez, Grisel Yolanda Acosta, Stella Lee, Steve Chango, Mario José Pagán Morales, Isa Guzman, Rebel Poet, Prince A Mc Nally.  (Wow!) Hosted by Thomas Fucaloro.