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2:30 pm EST
September 26, 2026

Picture Book Stage, Brooklyn Borough Hall Plaza

209 Joralemon Streeet

Children

Free

Millie von Platen – Zohran Walks New York

Walk through all 5 boroughs of New York City to visit Mayor Mamdani’s favorite eateries and watering holes. Inspired by Mayor Mamdani’s 13-mile campaign walk, Millie von Platen’s picture book is a love letter to NYC, taking readers from everyday moments to special places that shape NYC and the city he calls home.

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Millie von Platen

Millie von Platen

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