{"title": "The Original Art 2026 Awards Ceremony & Reception", "start": "2026-11-13T17:30:00-05:00", "end": "2026-11-13T21:30:00-05:00", "place": "Society of Illustrators", "address": "East 63rd Street 128, 10065 New York", "price": "$20.00 – $45.00", "price_from": "20.00", "price_to": "45.00", "category": "talks-readings", "tags": ["art/illustration"], "description": "An evening celebrating the year's best children's book illustration with an awards ceremony and reception. It is hosted by the Society of Illustrators, honoring winning artists such as gold medal winner Micha Archer, silver medal winners E. B. Goodale and Victoria Tentler-Krylov, Dilys Evans Founder's Award winner Neena Phan, and lifetime achievement winners David Wiesner and James Marshall. Light appetizers and a cash bar are offered, and pre-ordered tickets are required for all guests.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/new-york/events/the-original-art-2026-awards-ceremony-reception-55956/", "official_url": "https://societyillustrators.org/event/oa-2026-ceremony/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/e99f88a9b2c228068ad70a5ee7417abec3c4d2b37ccec5a599e9b966cc2690db-600.webp", "dates": [{"start": "2026-11-13T17:30:00-05:00", "end": "2026-11-13T21:30:00-05:00", "place": "Society of Illustrators", "address": "East 63rd Street 128, 10065 New York", "tickets": ""}], "similar": [{"title": "Ed Young’s Bright Worlds: Gesture and Feeling in 60 Years of Picture Books for Children", "start": "2026-05-14T00:00:00-04:00", "end": "2027-01-24T00:00:00-05:00", "place": "Museum of Chinese in America", "address": "Centre Street 215, 10013", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "category": "exhibitions-museums", "tags": ["art/illustration", "literature/childrens-books"], "description": "An exhibition of original artwork from 15 significant projects by Ed Young (1931–2023), a storyteller and illustrator of children's books, alongside his sketchbooks, family photos, and personal effects. It is the first U.S. retrospective of his 60-year career, focused on works drawn from his personal story and Chinese folktales. It traces his life from Shanghai, Hong Kong, and art school in Los Angeles to New York, where he began illustrating children's books in 1962, and highlights projects like Lon Po Po, which won the Caldecott Medal, The House Baba Built, Voices of the Heart, My Mei Mei, and Bright World. It is part of MOCA's Luminaries for America250, a yearlong celebration of Chinese American historymakers at the Semiquincentennial.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/new-york/events/ed-youngs-bright-worlds-gesture-and-feeling-in-60-years-of-p-54050/", "official_url": "", "image": "https://noky.io/images/86f8338f00c8a0146978b39bc6277c4b5d677e8aba4925d5c991d695cb260848-1200.webp"}, {"title": "Behind the Scenes: How Illustrators Get Chosen", "start": "2026-11-11T18:30:00-05:00", "end": "2026-11-11T20:30:00-05:00", "place": "Society of Illustrators", "address": "East 63rd Street 128, 10065 New York", "price": "$10.00 – $15.00", "price_from": "10.00", "price_to": "15.00", "category": "talks-readings", "tags": ["art/illustration", "literature/publishing"], "description": "A panel discussion titled 'Behind the Scenes: How Illustrators Get Chosen' about how agents, editors and art directors decide which illustrators to represent and hire. It is hosted by the Association of American Literary Agents and the Society of Illustrators, with art director Nicole de las Heras, literary agent Erica Rand Silverman, and editor Taylor Norman, moderated by Lori Steel. The panel is followed by a networking session where attendees can connect with the panelists and other literary agents in an informal setting.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/new-york/events/behind-the-scenes-how-illustrators-get-chosen-55955/", "official_url": "https://societyillustrators.org/event/aala-2026/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/1d78ace3303fe0b35815626bd3a84766e1ae4cfefd36354be096c61328eedef5-600.webp"}, {"title": "Wednesday Story Time", "start": "2026-11-04T16:00:00-05:00", "end": "2026-11-04T16:30:00-05:00", "place": "Society of Illustrators", "address": "East 63rd Street 128, 10065 New York", "price": "Free, with a suggested donation of $5", "price_from": "0.00", "price_to": "0.00", "category": "kids-family", "tags": ["literature/childrens-books/picture-book"], "description": "Wednesday Story Time is a cozy afternoon gathering for families in the historic library of the Society of Illustrators, held every Wednesday. Each week, a selection of engaging picture books with wonderful stories and artwork is shared, giving young readers the chance to listen, look, and let their imaginations grow. It is a fun way to introduce children to the world of picture books while experiencing the Society of Illustrators. It is recommended for young children and their caregivers, no registration is required.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/new-york/events/wednesday-story-time-55952/", "official_url": "https://societyillustrators.org/event/wednesday-story-time-11-04-2026/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/7e71d13c4523b832133f76279b75499ab6246fcf2e545a0ec7628117201a6a18-600.webp"}, {"title": "Annual Art Auction & Gala", "start": "2026-11-07T18:30:00-05:00", "end": "2026-11-07T21:30:00-05:00", "place": "Flux IV", "address": "56-21 2nd St, Long Island City, NY", "price": "", "price_from": "80.52", "price_to": "80.52", "category": "party-club", "tags": ["art/contemporary", "occasion/halloween"], "description": "An evening art auction and gala with a DJ, catered open bar and a \"Halloween Hangover\" dress code, held at Flux Factory's newly renovated gallery Flux IV. The organization Flux Factory is behind it, honoring artist sTo Len and Materials for the Arts Executive Director Tara Sansone. The auction features works by Melissa Joseph, Saya Woolfalk, Mary Mattingly, Ivan Argote and Flux alumni, with online bids opening November 1. Celebrating 20 years of Flux auctions, it raises support for the Artist Residency and Exhibition programs.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/new-york/events/annual-art-auction-gala-52663/", "official_url": "https://www.fluxfactory.org/event/2026-gala/", "image": ""}, {"title": "DPI Presents: Another View Book Launch and Signing Featuring Dr. Isolde Brielmaier and Awol Erizku (Phaidon)", "start": "2026-11-04T18:00:00-05:00", "end": null, "place": "Iris Cantor Theatre", "address": "West Houston Street 38, 10012 New York", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "category": "talks-readings", "tags": ["art/photography", "literature"], "description": "A panel and book launch with signing at NYU's Tisch School of the Arts, Department of Photography & Imaging, held in Riese Lounge on the 1st floor and with limited seating. Editor Dr. Isolde Brielmaier and photographer Awol Erizku present \"Another View: The Vibrant World of Contemporary Black Artists\" (Phaidon). The book explores the studios, living spaces, and creative processes of twenty notable Black artists through 150 never-before-published photographs by Erizku, with profiles based on interviews by Brielmaier and an introduction by Henry Louis Gates, Jr. A government-issued photo ID is required for entry, and guests under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/new-york/events/dpi-presents-another-view-book-launch-and-signing-featuring-53240/", "official_url": "https://tisch.nyu.edu/photo/events/dpi-presents--dpi-professor-isolde-s-book-signing", "image": "https://noky.io/images/a0cc6fc700a494b95fd85d0c9b2f56c6dd16ddf448a0d0f3bca12c35f284dd46-2000.webp"}, {"title": "Small Works: 2026", "start": "2026-11-05T00:00:00-05:00", "end": "2026-12-24T00:00:00-05:00", "place": "Fountain Gallery", "address": "702 Ninth Avenue, New York, NY 10019", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "category": "exhibitions-museums", "tags": ["art"], "description": "Small Works: 2026 is an annual group exhibition of hundreds of original artworks, all measuring 5 × 7 inches or smaller and priced at $100 or less. It is presented by Fountain House Gallery, whose show opens with a reception and is supported through an in-kind donation of materials from Blick Art Materials. The gallery describes it as a beloved annual show suited to collectors, art lovers, and holiday shoppers.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/new-york/events/small-works-2026-66489/", "official_url": "", "image": "https://noky.io/images/e4cfdd4cabde123a41fe394a35a0331b812b59ade63c1e2b68ba9f8ac2e76ce5-600.webp"}, {"title": "Sketch Night at the Society", "start": "2026-11-11T18:30:00-05:00", "end": "2026-11-11T20:30:00-05:00", "place": "Society of Illustrators", "address": "East 63rd Street 128, 10065 New York", "price": "$10.00 – $20.00", "price_from": "10.00", "price_to": "20.00", "category": "workshops-courses", "tags": ["art/drawing/figure-drawing"], "description": "Sketch Night at the Society is a figure drawing session at the Society of Illustrators, open to artists of all skill levels, with a nude model. It is hosted by the Society of Illustrators, whose mission includes promoting the art of illustration. Chairs and sketch boards are provided, but attendees bring their own art materials, and ticketed guests can enjoy a cocktail at the 128 Bar & Bistro. The event takes place on the third floor, accessible only via stairs.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/new-york/events/sketch-night-at-the-society-55951/", "official_url": "https://societyillustrators.org/event/sketch-night-10-28-26/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/0ede136803bb58bbd76723464500e2be2eb385fba21a7e9bcffd53f42aee035e-600.webp"}, {"title": "L.E.A.P. Awards Ceremony featuring Kevin Powell", "start": "2026-11-06T10:00:00-05:00", "end": "2026-11-06T13:00:00-05:00", "place": "Medgar Evers College", "address": "", "price": "", "price_from": null, "price_to": null, "category": "talks-readings", "tags": ["society/education"], "description": "The L.E.A.P. Awards Ceremony is a celebration of the achievements of the Learning & Educational Assistance Program (LEAP) Fall 2026 cohort, honoring its outstanding students. Medgar Evers College hosts the ceremony, welcoming special guest Kevin Powell, a GRAMMY-nominated poet, human and civil rights activist, and celebrated author. Attendees can hear an inspiring message on leadership, activism, and community growth.", "url": "https://noky.io/en/new-york/events/leap-awards-ceremony-featuring-kevin-powell-53896/", "official_url": "https://www.mec.cuny.edu/event/l-e-a-p-awards-ceremony-featuring-kevin-powell/", "image": "https://noky.io/images/66e5e8b6bc85ac1c99b52df203ec340132da3680052cb2c0642d8e21a330014c-2000.webp"}]}