NEW YORK TODAY
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A MUST SÍ. Ballet Hispanico, one of the nation’s leading Latino dance troupes, is celebrating its 25th annual New York season through April 28 at the Joyce Theater. Highlights will include the world premiere of “Sortijas” by Cayetano Soto and Eduardo Vilaro’s “Danzón,” set to live music by Latin jazz legend Paquito D’Rivera (April 23-26). 8 p.m. $10 and up. 175 Eighth Ave. at 19th St. (212) 242-0800. Info: joyce.org.
QUEEN OF THE ‘CASTLE.’ Katie Dellamaggiore, who directed “Brooklyn Castle,” the acclaimed 2012 documentary about a Williamsburg chess team, will kick off the New York City College of Technology’s 32nd annual Literary Arts Festival. There also will be readings and performances by City Tech students. 5:30 p.m. Free. 240 Jay St., Brooklyn. (718) 260-4975.
A MATCH MADE IN KEVIN. “Learn More About the First Gay Character in Comics — Archie’s Kevin Keller” at the Strand Bookstore. His creator, Dan Parent, and his writer, Paul Kupperberg, will discuss their new novel, “Kevin,” and the kudos and controversy about him. 7 p.m. $15. 828 Broadway at 12th St. (212) 473-1452.
THE CYCLE OF LIFE. Lombardi’s HarleyDavidson will offer a Motorcycle Boot Camp for newcomers. Learn everything about a bike, and how to hop on your first hog. 6-9 p.m. Free. 440-442 Bay St., Staten Island. RSVP: (718) 447-4009. Info: Lombardi-HD.com.
NOBLE GESTURE. Barnes & Noble Bay Plaza is hosting an Educator Open House for pre-kindergarten to 12thgrade teachers. Also, the winner of the 2013 My Favorite Teacher Contest will be announced. 4:30-6:30 p.m. Free. 290 Baychester Ave., Bronx. (718) 862-3945.
CHIC TO CHIC. Fashion 4 Development (F4D) presents “Preserving Asian Culture Through Fashion and Textiles” at the Museum at FIT. The panel will include top designers Angel Chang, Ardistia Dwiasri and Auguste Soesastro. 6 p.m. Free. 227 W. 27th St. (212) 217-4585.
THE MOMENT OF RUTH. Ruth Carlin will celebrate the release of “Moon Song,” her debut CD of pop, folk and Broadway, at the Laurie Beecman Theatre. 7 p.m. $20. 407 W. 42nd St. (212) 695-6909.
RENTAL ON MY MIND. Chhaya Community Development Corporation, which supports South Asian Americans, will hold a Rental Housing workshop. Discover how to apply for public housing, see if you are being overcharged and find out how to get repairs. 6:30-8 p.m. Free. 37-43 77th St., Queens. (718) 478-3848, ext. 26.