Here is a sampling of the week’s events and how to tune in (all times are Eastern). Note that events are subject to change after publication.
Monday
Hear how Carmen Maria Machado and Laura Marks wrote their first graphic novels during a free, virtual conversation from Brooklyn’s Greenlight Bookstore. Ms. Machado is an author and memoirist, and Ms. Marks is a playwright and screenwriter.
When 7:30 p.m.
Where greenlightbookstore.com/event
Stream a free performance by the Martha Graham Dance Company. First is “Appalachian Spring,” a classic by Graham from 1944; then, “The Auditions,” new last year.
When Anytime
Where allarts.org/programs/peak-hd
Tuesday
Take notes as Margaret Atwood ruminates on love, loss and … zombies, in a virtual discussion through the Portland Book Festival. These topics are part of her newest collection of poetry, “Dearly,” which was released last week. The author Karen Russell joins Ms. Atwood in conversation. A purchase of “Dearly” from Powell’s is required to join the event and tickets must be purchased by 8 p.m. on Monday.
When 8:30 p.m.
Where powells.com/eventsupdate
Wednesday
Meet six furry and scaly creatures from the Staten Island Zoo with the New York Adventure Club. You’ll learn about each animal and may even catch glimpses of Dunkin the sloth and Diamond the carpet python. Zoo keepers will be available to answer questions throughout the experience. The event will be available to streamfor a week after the broadcast. Tickets are $10.
When 3 p.m.
Where nyadventureclub.com
Thursday
Raise a glass to the artist Georgia O’Keeffe, whose birthday was Sunday. You’ll learn to make a drink inspired by her art and about her life. Reservation required and a donation is recommended.
When 6:30 p.m.
Where nmwa.org
Listen to Sophie Allison, a.k.a. Soccer Mommy, during a free virtual concert, with the City Parks Foundation’s SummerStage program. Ms. Allison’s album, “Color Theory,” came out in February, but the performance is her first with a full band since then.
When 7 p.m.
Where cityparksfoundation.org/events/soccer-mommy
Friday
Be swept away by “Chaconne,” a performance that kicks off the season of the American Classical Orchestra with Claudio Monteverdi, Barbara Strozzi and Henry Purcell. Recorded at the Harlem Parish, the project can be streamed until Dec. 1. Suggested donation is $25.
When 7:30 p.m. until Dec. 1
Where aconyc.org/2021-season/chaconne
Dive into music history with the “Lost Notes” podcast. This season, the critic Hanif Abdurraqib digs into 1980, when Joy Division’s Ian Curtis died and Grace Jones moved into New Wave.
When Anytime
Where kcrw.com/culture/shows/lost-notes
Saturday
Learn to make scallion pancakes with the chef and food blogger Lisa Lin during a 90-minute seminar. After registration, participants will gain access to the recipe for the pancakes and their sauce, so they can source ingredients in advance. The virtual cooking class costs $25 and is a fundraiser for the Food Literacy Center, a Sacramento-based nonprofit that instructs elementary school-aged children in low-income communities about cooking and nutrition.
When 3 p.m.
Where cookwithchibo.com/foodliteracycenter
Sunday
Revel in the work of the West African choreographer and dancer Omari Wiles, founder and artistic director of Les Ballet Afrik. As homage to the 30th anniversary of the documentary “Paris is Burning,” Works and Process at the Guggenheim and Lincoln Center co-present Mr. Wiles’s premiere video of “New York Is Burning.” The work, which is free to watch, combines traditional African and Afrobeat styles with house dance, vogueing (imitating models in fashion magazines and on runways) and ballroom.
When Will be available to stream after 7:30 p.m.
Where lincolncenter.org
