Photo: Nicole Freezer Rubens

Fall’s energy is everywhere—from bold voices to glowing gardens and heartfelt tributes. On October 28, Our Power of Women’s Voices takes the Triad Theater stage. The Bronx Zoo’s Harvest Glow dazzles with pumpkins and dinosaurs, while Jack Skellington lights up the NY Botanical Garden. Monet’s Venice brings luminous beauty to Brooklyn. A moving tribute show in November honors Pancreatic Awareness month. Meet Theresa Regnante in our Long Island Spotlight, and don’t miss Quebec’s autumn brilliance through our roving photographer’s lens.

Hear Us Roar: The Power of Women’s Voices

Step into a curated showcase that celebrates the fierce, funny, and fearless voices of women over 40 — writers and performers who are redefining what it means to live boldly and speak truthfully. Hear Us Roar is more than a theme; it’s a rallying cry for unapologetic expression and creative fire. Through original prose, poetry, captivating visual art, and soul-stirring musical performances, this evening invites reflection, joy, and shared inspiration. Expect a night that amplifies the stories too often left in the margins — tales of love, loss, reinvention, and resilience — delivered with raw honesty and radiant power. These voices won’t just move you. They’ll roar into your heart — and maybe awaken your own. GET YOUR TICKETS.

October 24.  How To Put The Sizzle In Your Life!

Head to the Actors’ Temple for a special program with Beatty Cohan, one of our long-time 3T contributors. She is a nationally recognized psychotherapist, sex therapist and author of “For Better, For Worse, Forever.” This evening is a must! Her book will be available at the event for a $30 donation. The event starts at 8PM. The Actors Temple 339 W. 47^th Street, NYC. Get the details at:info@theactorstemple.org or 212 245 6975

Nov 11. An Evening of Laughter, Music & Tribute

Join Laura Slutsky and her sensational lineup of singers and comics for a one-night-only celebration of courage, care, and community. In honor of Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month, this heartfelt event pays tribute to caregivers and one extraordinary warrior: Ryan Dwars, who bravely beat pancreatic cancer. Ryan and his wife Brooke, will be honored as our very special guests. It will be an uplifting blend of comedy, live music, and moving tributes — all in celebration of courage, care, and community. 🕕 Doors open: 6:15 PM 🎭 Show starts: 7:00 PM ⏱️ Get tickets here.

Meet Theresa Regnante

Our Long Island reporter Andrea Peponokis introduces us to Theresa Regnante, President and CEO of United Way of Long Island. She has spent over a decade transforming lives across the region through innovative programs that support families, veterans, and seniors. From launching “Safe at Home” to pioneering a Net Zero Energy Building, her leadership blends compassion with action, creating lasting impact for every generation. READ MORE.

Experience the Magic of Fall at the Bronx Zoo’s Harvest Glow

Step into a glowing autumn wonderland at the Bronx Zoo’s Harvest Glow, a spectacular seasonal celebration perfect for families, date nights, and anyone who loves fall. Wander through illuminated trails featuring over 5,000 hand-carved animal-themed jack-o’-lanterns, dazzling light displays, and immersive soundscapes that bring the season to life.

This year’s event includes the thrilling Dinosaur Safari at Night, where you’ll encounter over 60 life-sized animatronic dinosaurs — including 11 new prehistoric giants — in a one-of-a-kind nighttime adventure. Enjoy live pumpkin carving demonstrations, interactive games, face painting, and performances that blend wildlife education with Halloween fun. Don’t miss the chance to experience the Bronx Zoo like never before — under the glow of autumn lights and the spirit of the season.

🗓️ Dates: Thursdays–Sundays, September 25–October 31
🕕 Times: Entry begins at 7 PM (varies by date)
🎟️ Tickets: Timed entry required; discounts available for WCS members.
📍 Location: Bronx River Gate entrance only

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Step Into a World Where Halloween Meets Holiday Magic

This fall, the New York Botanical Garden invites you to experience a spellbinding journey through the beloved world of The Nightmare Before Christmas. Inspired by Tim Burton’s iconic film, this immersive light trail transforms the garden into a glowing landscape of whimsy, wonder, and eerie delight.

Wander through dazzling displays that bring Jack Skellington, Sally, Oogie Boogie, and other favorite characters to life in radiant color and light. With synchronized music, atmospheric effects, and enchanting installations, this nighttime experience is perfect for families, fans, and anyone who loves a little spooky sparkle.

🎃 Dates: Wednesdays through Sundays, dusk to 10 PM
📍 Location: New York Botanical Garden, Bronx, NY
🎟️ Tickets: Timed entry required; advance purchase recommended

Whether you’re celebrating Halloween or kicking off the holiday season early, this one-of-a-kind event blends Burton’s dark charm with NYBG’s natural beauty — creating a magical experience that’s both haunting and heartwarming. GET THE DETAILS.

Monet and Venice at the Brooklyn Museum

Step into the luminous world of Claude Monet’s final artistic chapter with Monet and Venice, the largest Monet exhibition in New York City in over 25 years. Featuring 19 rarely seen Venetian paintings created during Monet’s only visit to Venice in 1908, this immersive exhibition invites you to experience the city’s shimmering canals, majestic architecture, and ever-changing light through the eyes of an Impressionist master.

Alongside Monet’s works, explore over 100 paintings, sketches, books, and ephemera that trace Venice’s enduring allure across centuries. Discover pieces by Canaletto, Turner, Renoir, and John Singer Sargent, each offering a unique lens on the floating city.

This multisensory journey includes:

• A custom fragrance by Joya Studio evoking the marine air of Venice
• A 36-minute original symphony by composer Niles Luther, inspired by Monet’s Venetian palette
• Sonic installations and atmospheric lighting that echo Monet’s fascination with light and water

Curated by Lisa Small (Brooklyn Museum) and Melissa Buron (Victoria and Albert Museum), Monet and Venice reveals a discreet yet pivotal moment in Monet’s career—when he surrendered to the beauty he once deemed “too perfect to paint.”

Brooklyn Museum | October 11, 2025 – February 1, 2026
Location: Morris A. and Meyer Schapiro Wing & Iris and B. Gerald Cantor Gallery, 5th Floor
Tickets: Timed entry required | $30 adults, $21 students/seniors.  GET TICKETS HERE.

Roving on the Mountaintop

Nicole Freezer Rubens writes:

Over the holiday weekend, my family escaped for one last trip up north to Quebec to bookend the summer season and rejoice. Our Canadian friends celebrate their Thanksgiving during this time of peak fall foliage. In addition to the annual Oktoberfest festival at the local mountain, we were anxiously awaiting the release of the hostages in Israel, all adding to the extremely festive mood permeating the cool and colorful autumn air.

Going to the mountaintop and taking in the expanse of the constant, complex beauty of nature, reminds me of how small we are and how so many things and people must come together to keep the world spinning in the right direction. Fall has always been my favorite season because it is a reminder of real potential and renewal. Our weekend was one of true change, hope and finally being able to breathe a little deeper.

~Nicole Freezer Rubens is the author of “The Long Pause and the Short Breath”