Tomorrow night, resident Gray Lady art critic Michael Kimmelman will discuss "The Dilemma of the New" at Live from the New York Public Library.

An informal defense of the personal pleasures of looking at art now, taking in changes over the last few decades and the current scene, from Matthew Barney, Christo, Richard Serra and earth art to modern memorials.

A decidedly personal approach to how we might respond to what's new. Kimmelman will argue against ideology and for the benefits of open eyes and an open mind.

Knowing what we know we don't know, and guessing who'll be there, we promise: it's gonna be a doozy.

7pm, Celeste Barton Forum, tickets $15/10.