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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on April 14, 2026?
36 free events take place on Tuesday, April 14 in New York City. Don't miss the opportunities that only New York provides! Exciting, high quality, unique and off the beaten path free events and free things to do take place in New York today, tonight, tomorrow and each day of the year, any time of the day: whether it's a weekday or a weekend, day or night, morning or evening or afternoon, December or July, April or November! These events will take your breath away!
New York City (NYC) never ceases to amaze you with quantity and quality of its free culture and free entertainment. Check out April 14 and see for yourself. Summer or Winter, Spring or Fall! Just click on any day of the calendar above and you'll find most inspiring and entertaining free events to go to and free things to do on each day of April . Don't miss the opportunities that only New York provides!
Some events take place all year long: same day of the week, same time there are there for you to take advantage of. One of the oldest free weekly events in Manhattan is Dixieland Jazz with the Gotham Jazzmen, which happen at noon every Tuesday. Another example of an event that you can attend all year round on weekdays is Federal Reserve Bank Tour, which takes place every week day at 1 pm (but advanced reservations are required). You can take at least 13 free tours every day of the year, except the New Year Day, July 4th, and the Christmas Day. If you are classical music afficionado, you can spend whole day in New York going from one free classical concert to another. If you love theater, then New York gives you an option to attend plays and musicals free of charge, or at deep discount. You just need to have information about it. And we are here to make that information available to you.
Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on April 14, 2026?
36 free events take place on Tuesday, April 14 in New York City. Don't miss the opportunities that only New York provides! Exciting, high quality, unique and off the beaten path free events and free things to do take place in New York today, tonight, tomorrow and each day of the year, any time of the day: whether it's a weekday or a weekend, day or night, morning or evening or afternoon, December or July, April or November! These events will take your breath away!
New York City (NYC) never ceases to amaze you with quantity and quality of its free culture and free entertainment. Check out April 14 and see for yourself. Summer or Winter, Spring or Fall! Just click on any day of the calendar above and you'll find most inspiring and entertaining free events to go to and free things to do on each day of April . Don't miss the opportunities that only New York provides!
Some events take place all year long: same day of the week, same time there are there for you to take advantage of. One of the oldest free weekly events in Manhattan is Dixieland Jazz with the Gotham Jazzmen, which happen at noon every Tuesday. Another example of an event that you can attend all year round on weekdays is Federal Reserve Bank Tour, which takes place every week day at 1 pm (but advanced reservations are required). You can take at least 13 free tours every day of the year, except the New Year Day, July 4th, and the Christmas Day. If you are classical music afficionado, you can spend whole day in New York going from one free classical concert to another. If you love theater, then New York gives you an option to attend plays and musicals free of charge, or at deep discount. You just need to have information about it. And we are here to make that information available to you.
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The quality and quantity of
free events,
free things to do
that happen in New York City
every day of the year
is truly amazing.
So don't miss the opportunities
that only New York provides:
stop wondering what to do;
start taking advantage of
free events to go to,
free things to do in NYC
today!
The quality and quantity of
free events,
free things to do
that happen in New York City
every day of the year
is truly amazing.
So don't miss the opportunities
that only New York provides:
stop wondering what to do;
start taking advantage of
free events to go to,
free things to do in NYC
today!
36 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Tuesday, April 14, 2026
All events are free unless otherwise noted.Workshop | Cardio & Strength Workout (All Levels Welcome)
Instructor Natalie Hahn leads ae 45 minutes of bodyweight exercises, combining cardio and strength for a full-body workout. This class is high-energy with programming options for all levels!
New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 am
Free
Free
Workshop | Adult Zumba
Featuring easy-to-follow Latin dance choreography. Work on your balance, coordination and range of motion.
New York City, NY; NYC
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10:30 am
Free
Free
Birdwatching | Family Birdwatching Outing
What birds live in your backyard? Learn the basics of bird watching in this fun outing for beginners, hobbyists, and lifelong birders alike. Together, the group will explore NYC parks, and see what makes this spot a hang-out for resident urban birds and marvelous migrators! Binoculars and field guides provided, or bring your own.
New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
Free
Free
Talk | Voices of Survival: Yom HaShoah Testimony & Remembrance (Online!)
In commemoration of Yom HaShoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day, join survivor and Speakers Bureau member Celia Kener for a special public event. This annual observance encourages people to remember those who were lost and honor the stories of those who survived.
Born in 1935 in Lvov, Poland, Celia was just a young girl when the German invasion in 1941 shattered her family's world. Her father was drafted into the Russian army, and Celia, her mother, and her extended family were forced into the ghetto. When her mother was selected for a labor camp, weekend visits became their only connection. Fearing she might not survive, Celia's mother made the heartbreaking decision to place her with a childless Catholic couple who could keep her safe.
Ms. Kener will share her story, followed by a Q&A with the audience.
New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
Free
Free
Dance Performance | Immersive Building-Wide Dance Experience
Moving throughout the building, audiences wear headphones for the hour-long performance, tuning them into the personal stories and meaningful movements that may dwell in any corner of the Library’s collections. Hailed in the New York Times as one of the “best dance performances of 2025.” Written by Robbie Saenz de Viteri and choreographed by Monica Bill Barnes.
New York City, NY; NYC
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11:30 am
Free
Free
Tour | Floating Palaces of the Waterfront
Explore the vibrant Hudson River waterfront as it was during the age of the Titanic, Lusitania, and other grand ocean liners. This guided walking tour traces the historic piers, docks, and shipping hubs that helped New York emerge as a global maritime city. Learn what passengers and dockworkers experienced over a century ago, and see how the area has transformed into a modern recreational space.
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
Free
Free
Lecture | Learn about Hsitorical Chamber Music & Instruments
This lecture and demonstration explores how the similarity of materials and sound production between historical keyboard and string instruments lead to performances in which the sounds of the instruments blend and balance more than performances on modern instruments. When combined with information about differences in the meaning of Classical-era notation, playing on historical instruments and equipment can result in chamber musicians making different interpretive decisions about tempo, affect, and phrasing, leading to performances that can be both vibrant and revelatory.
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
Free
Free
Workshop | Learn to Juggle, All Skill Levels Welcome
This juggling class is ideal for a quick lesson, an extended practice session, or just enjoy watching jugglers put their skills to the test. They're a friendly group and open to drop-ins, even if you catch them outside of the regular juggling lessons.
All skill levels welcome. Equipment is provided.
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | Afternoon Bach
Take a momentary respite from a busy day to enjoy a selection of organ works by Johann Sebastian Bach in an intimate venue.
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:20 pm
Free
Free
Film | Whiskey Tango Foxtrot (2016): Biographical War Comedy-Drama with Tina Fey
Stuck in a rut, a reporter decides to shake things up by taking a dangerous assignment in Afghanistan. Far from home and out of her comfort zone, she discovers her true strength as she risks it all to find the next big story. Directors: Glenn Ficarra, John Requa Cast: Tina Fey, Margot Robbie, Martin Freeman, Alfred Molina, Billy Bob Thornton Tina Fey is an actress, comedian, writer, and producer. Known for her comedic roles in sketch comedy, television, and film, Fey has received numerous accolades, including ten Primetime Emmy Awards and two Golden Globe Awards, as well as nominations for a Grammy Award and a Tony Award. She appeared on the Time 100 list of the 100 most influential people in the world in both 2007 and 2009 and was awarded the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor in 2010.
New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
Free
Free
Dance Performance | Immersive Building-Wide Dance Experience
Moving throughout the building, audiences wear headphones for the hour-long performance, tuning them into the personal stories and meaningful movements that may dwell in any corner of the Library’s collections. Hailed in the New York Times as one of the “best dance performances of 2025.” Written by Robbie Saenz de Viteri and choreographed by Monica Bill Barnes.
New York City, NY; NYC
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1:30 pm
Free
Free
Film | The Housemaid (2025): Erotic Psychological Thriller with Amanda Seyfried
Millie is a struggling woman who is relieved to get a fresh start as a housemaid to Nina and Andrew, an upscale, wealthy couple. She soon learns that the family's secrets are far more dangerous than her own. Director: Paul Feig Cast: Sydney Sweeney, Amanda Seyfried, Brandon Sklenar Amanda Seyfried is an actress whose accolades include a Primetime Emmy Award and a Golden Globe Award, as well as a nomination for an Academy Award. Named one of the 100 most influential people in the world by Time in 2022, her films as a leading actress have grossed over $2.4 billion worldwide.
New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | Learn the Art of Head Shots & Creative Portraits
In this live, demo-driven session, Susan Magnano explores how to take control of light in any environment using portable LED tools. Rather than relying on perfect conditions, she’ll build light from scratch—transforming ordinary scenes into compelling images in real time. Susan will demonstrate how to shape direction, balance ambient light, and create natural or stylized looks on demand. This session embraces experimentation, showing how small shifts in placement, movement, and intention can dramatically change an image. Attendees are invited to participate as subjects or collaborators, turning the session into a live portrait experience where light is designed, not just discussed.
New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
Free
Free
Tour | Real Look at NYC Composting Plant
Get a behind-the-scenes look at how BPCA processes the hundreds of pounds of food waste collected each day, that is then turned into compost that goes back out into the gardens to support soil health.
New York City, NY; NYC
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4:15 pm
Free
Free
Screening | Chavela (2017): Documentary on Mexican Performer Chavela Vargas (+ Filmmaker Q&A)
Experience a screening of Chavela, a documentary about the pioneering ranchera singer, Chavela Vargas, followed by a Q&A with director Catherine Gund. The film is a portrait of Mexican singer and actress Chavela Vargas. During the film, you will learn about the history of ranchera music through the experience of an androgynous Costa Rican lesbian breaking through the male-dominated genre. Known as a rebellious free spirit, Ranchera singer Chavela Vargas bares her soul through song while defying stereotypes in this stirring documentary. Director: Catherine Gund
New York City, NY; NYC
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4:30 pm
Free
Free
Workshop | Explore 19th-Century Emancipation Celebrations in NYC
Attend a workshop that explores "To Make Public Our Joy," a free curriculum guide focused on 19th-century emancipation celebrations in New York City. Working with primary sources, educators will examine how Black Americans celebrated hard-fought victories, including the abolition of the international trade in humans in 1808, the abolition of slavery in New York State in 1827, and eventually national emancipation in 1865.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
Free
Free
Discussion | Legal Experts Discuss Asylum Seeking & International Law
For this panel, the Global Strategic Litigation Council and the Zolberg Institute on Migration & Mobility are delighted to bring together leading voices behind the amicus briefs submitted in support of people seeking asylum. These briefs from lawmakers, former government officials, human rights organizations, and more demonstrate how the policy has caused significant harm to asylum seekers and violates domestic and international law. Attend this timely discussion on:
The importance of this case to asylum seekers both in the US and beyond
Key insights from the amicus briefs
What comes next after the Court’s decision
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
Free
Free
Workshop | Learn to Juggle, All Skill Levels Welcome
This juggling class is ideal for a quick lesson, an extended practice session, or just enjoy watching jugglers put their skills to the test. They're a friendly group and open to drop-ins, even if you catch them outside of the regular juggling lessons.
All skill levels welcome. Equipment is provided.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
Free
Free
Book Discussion | Garden Apartments: Housing, History & Social Policy (In Person AND Online!)
In his new book Garden Apartments: The History of a Low-Rent Utopia, Joshua B. Freeman explains how a type of multifamily housing with idealistic origins became a common model, promoted by both public agencies and private developers.
Freeman highlights garden apartments, usually low-rise multifamily buildings surrounded by landscaped gardens, and highlights their significant influence on housing and social policy as they helped improve living standards for working people.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Screening | Promised Lands-The Inheritance of the Baroness and Baron of Hirsch: Brazilian Jewish History Documentary (+ Discussion)
Enjoy a screening of this Brazilian documentary, followed by a conversation with special guests. Inspired by the extraordinary yet little-known story of Baron Maurice de Hirsch and Baroness Clara de Hirsch--among the greatest philanthropists in modern history--Promised Lands retraces the migration of Jewish families who fled poverty and violent persecution in Bessarabia under the Czarist Empire and found refuge in agricultural colonies in southern Brazil at the turn of the 20th century. Director: Olindo Estevam In Portuguese with English subtitles.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Discussion | Award-Winning Writer Discusses Public Beliefs around the Apocalypse
This talk by writer Amitov Ghosh seeks to understand the thinking behind public interest in the apocalypse and what it signifies for the future of humanity. The world is currently in the grip of several intensifying crises: climate change, biodiversity loss, geopolitical instability, and so on. Given the scale of the disruptions that are already being felt around the planet, it is hardly surprising that many people have come to be convinced that an apocalypse is inevitable and requires active planning and preparation. This trend cannot be lightly dismissed, for it is being spearheaded by the founders of companies like Facebook and Google, that is to say, figures who are uniquely well-placed to stay abreast of all the latest information and research. It is well-known now that several billionaire tech entrepreneurs like Mark Zuckerberg, Larry Page, and Peter Thiel are preparing for an impending apocalypse by building enormously expensive and heavily fortified retreats on remote islands or in sparsely populated stretches of the United States and Canada. Not to be left behind, a bevy of America’s most popular stars, such as Taylor Swift and Tom Cruise, have also acquired cutting-edge apocalypse shelters. Nor are the ultra-rich the only Americans who are investing in doomsday retreats: so great is the demand that a new and rapidly growing industry has emerged to cater to it.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | Early Ensemble Works Celebrating Italian Studies (In Person AND Online!)
A celebration of 200 years of Italian studies at Columbia University, with a musical performance by the Rootless Neapolitans. The Rootless Neapolitans early music ensemble, led by harpsichordist Ben Katz, presents a program dedicated to the legacy of Mozart librettist and Columbia Italian professor Lorenzo da Ponte (1749–1838), with an emphasis on da Ponte’s Jewish heritage and connection to New York.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Discussion | Expert Shares Political Analysis on US-Iran Conflict
Experience a conversation with historian, sociologist, and professor Behrooz Ghamari on the complex dynamics behind the US-Iran conflict. Drawing on two decades of political analysis, The Long War on Iran: New Events, Old Questions explores the history of US intervention in the region, focusing on the enduring sanctions imposed on Iran and the persistent perception of the Islamic Republic as a major obstacle to American power. Despite the repressive policies of the state, Iran has remained a vibrant society with active intellectual, cultural, and social justice movements. The book examines these internal changes and shifts in Iranian politics.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Party | Play Bridge in a Stress-Free Environment
The card game of Bridge requires four people to play: two teams of two people. Join the group with your bridge partner, or you will be matched with someone to play as a pair. If you would like to learn how to play bridge, organizers can offer some instruction, and you can observe others.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
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Book Discussion | Pulitzer Prize-Winner Shares Her New Book, A Great Improvisation: Franklin, France, and the American Revolution
Pulitzer Prize-Winning nonfiction author Stacy Schiff shares her recent book, A Great Improvisation: Franklin, France, and the American Revolution. In this book, Schiff provides a dazzling narrative of Franklin’s time in France, one of the least-explored chapters of his life. In December 1776, Benjamin Franklin undertook the greatest gamble of his career. The American colonies had declared independence but were without money, munitions, or gunpowder. Amid great secrecy, Franklin crossed the wintry Atlantic to solicit aid from the French monarchy. He was 70 years old, without any diplomatic training, and possessing only the most rudimentary French.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Workshop | Total-Body Cardio & Strength Training
Enjoy a 45-minute total-body class that blends cardio and strength training to help you feel strong — all while fitting into real life. This class can be done entirely with bodyweight (no equipment needed). Light weights, bands, or other equipment are optional for those who want an extra challenge. Modifications are always offered, making this class great for all fitness levels. Organizers recommend that you bring a towel, water bottle, and yoga mat.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
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Screening | Belly (1998): Crime Drama Starring Nas & DMX (+ Discussion)
In this film, the acclaimed music video producer, Hype Williams reimagines the city through a hypnotic, neo-noir lens. A landmark of Hip Hop cinema, its visual language, music, and style remain unmatched—an enduring portrait of ambition, loyalty, and excess. The film moves between Harlem, Queens, and the Caribbean. Cast in Williams's signature blue, it maps the aspirations and contradictions of an era shaped by Hip-Hop’s global reach. Director: Hype Williams Cast: Nas, DMX, Taral Hicks, T-Boz, Method Man Nas is an American rapper, entrepreneur, and record producer. Rooted in East Coast hip-hop, he is regarded as one of the greatest rappers of all time. In 2012, Nas was second ranked by The Source on their "Top 50 Lyricists of All Time" list, fourth on MTV's Annual Hottest MCs in the Game list in 2013, and was named the "Greatest MC of All Time" by About.com in 2014. In 2015, Nas was featured on the "10 Best Rappers of All Time" list by Billboard. Outside of recording, he serves as associate publisher of Mass Appeal magazine, and co-founded its spin-off division Mass Appeal Records, a record label that has signed artists including Dave East, N.O.R.E., Run the Jewels, and Swizz Beatz, among others. Nas has released seventeen studio albums since 1994, ten of which are certified gold, platinum or multi-platinum in the U.S. Earl Simmons, known professionally as DMX, was an American rapper, songwriter, and actor. His accolades included an American Music Award, a Billboard Music Award, and six Grammy Award nominations. Regarded as an influential figure in the late 1990s and early 2000s and one of the greats of hip-hop, his music is characterized by his "aggressive" rapping style, with lyrical content varying from hardcore themes to prayers. His violent lyricism helped popularize the horrorcore genre. The screening will be followed by a talkback moderated by Alfreda's Cinema's founder, Melissa Lyde, and Jessica Greene.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
Free
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Jazz | Dynamic Ensemble Brings International Jazz to the Stage
Experience an evening with Dusha Connection, one of Vienna’s most dynamic jazz ensembles and a prominent cultural ambassador for Austria. The trio presents a program that bridges traditional jazz roots, Balkan heritage, and contemporary innovation.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
Free
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Jazz | Guitar & Voice Performance and Workshop
Enjoy a performance of jazz guitar and voice workshop with Camila Meza.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
Free
Free
Festival | Music & Art Festival: Percussion & Electronic Tunes with Experimental Film & Video Art
Concert and screening featuring music for percussion and electronics, performed by Noise Catalogue ensemble, alongside experimental film and video works. This program includes selections from the festival’s international call for works.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
Free
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Workshop | Nature-Inspired Origami
Come learn how to make some cool nature inspired origami! Origami is the Japanese art of paper folding and we will be folding sheets of paper into different shapes and designs! All materials provided, limited to 10 participants. First come, first served. No registration required.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
Free
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Workshop | Origami Group Meet-Up
This event is for people to come together and share in the beautiful art of Origami--an ancient art of folding various mediums, most commonly paper. The word comes from the combination of the Japanese verb oru (to fold) and the noun kami (paper). Other materials often folded are fabric, wire mesh, sheet metal, tissue, thin plastic, cardboard, and straws.This group meets to teach each other new models and share paper, books, and tips. This meeting is free and open to all level of folders from beginner to advanced. There will be free paper available to share. You may choose to bring your own paper and books and just show up and fold! If you have models you would like to learn, or teach, let the organizers know, and they will try our best to accommodate.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
Free
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Talk | Scholar Provides Critical Understanding of Current Immigration Landscape (In Person AND Online!)
Nancy Foner, Distinguished Professor Emerita of Sociology at Hunter College and Graduate Center, shares ideas from her book, Immigration: How the Past Shapes the Present. The past is critical to understanding current U.S. immigration. A new historical perspective shows that the stories, myths, and memories of the past color how we think of immigrants today. It also helps us understand contemporary nativism, distinguishes what is new from long-established patterns, reveals how legacies of earlier immigration shape the lives of present-day arrivals, and offers a fresh look at what lies ahead.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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7:00 pm
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Classical Music | Modern & Contemporary Violin Works
Violinist Nathan Meltzer plays music spanning 80 years of music from the Americas. Program: Roque Cordero (1917–2008) Sonatina Aliayta Foon-Dancoes (1994-) Liminal Drift inti figgis-vizueta (1993-) earthmaker Eleanor Alberga (1949-) The Wild Blue Yonder Gabriela Ortiz (1964-) De cuerda y madera Claude Vivier (1948-1983) Pièce pour violon et piano Alberto Ginastera (1916-1983) Pampeana No. 1, Op. 16
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Cabaret | New American Songbook Pieces by Lin-Manuel Miranda, Sara Bareillis, Dolly Parton, & More (In Person AND Online!)
Enjoy a cabaret performance by the Manhattan School of Music's Opera Theatre, featuring pieces from the New American Songbook.
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
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