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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on April 1, 2012?

44 free events take place on Sunday, April 1 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 1 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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44 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Sunday, April 1, 2012

All events are free unless otherwise noted.
        

Conference | 40th Annual Psychology Convention


The 40th Annual Psychology Convention is an exciting one-day event sponsored by the Psych Collective. Throughout the day, students and faculty from all major New York City Universities get to share exciting new advancements in psychology research with the rest of the scientific community. They encourage all curious, bright, and motivated students to participate in the many opportunities that the Conventions has to offer. Present your research project, gain leadership experince through volunteering, and become an integral part of the scientific community.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:30 am
Free

City Walk | Flatiron District Walking Tour


Join professional guides on a 90-minute journey through this vibrant neighborhood, viewing some of the city’s most notable landmarks, including the New York Life Insurance Building, the MetLife Clock Tower, the Appellate Courthouse and the famous Flatiron Building.
   New York City, NY; NYC
11:00 am
Free

City Walk | Historic Orchard Street Tour


Take a historical three-hour journey through the Lower East Side and explore some of the rich history tracing the arrival of immigrants to modern times.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Workshop | Italian Language Class


With Adriano Bertini.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
Free

Fair | Street Fair


   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Tour | Tavern and Its Green Tour


Discover the sheepfold that became a world famous restaurant, a parade ground that became the Sheep Meadow, the Children's District, The Mall including its statues.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
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Park Walk | “Views from the Past” Tour


As you promenade through the heart of the Park, imagine yourself living in 19th Century New York City. Learn about the Park's history and how its designers, Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux, struggled to create the magnificent "Greensward" for the enjoyment of all. Tour lasts approximately one hour.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
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Concert | College Voice Recital


Featuring Elliot Rosen.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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City Walk | Noho-“A New Frontier” Tour


Highlights: The Puck Building, The Schermerhorn Building, Merchants House Museum, The Bayard Condict Building. Learn the origins of several street names like Bowery, Lafayette, Crosby, Houston, and Great Jones.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
$15...

Concert | Student Baritone Recital


With Hajir Sailors.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:30 pm
Free

Concert | Student Piano Recital


With Tomoe Sato.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:30 pm
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Jazz | Jazz Composition College Recital


Featuring Adam Neely.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free

Opera | Amato Opera in Brief


Program: The Opera Prince and the Singing Pauper (based on The Prince and the Pauper by Mark Twain) Hansel and Gretel by Engelbert Humperdinck
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:30 pm
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Concert | An Afternoon of Chamber Music with Gary Dranch & Friends


Featuring: Lisa Alexander, bassoon; Dorothy Darlington, oboe; Gary Dranch, clarinet; Sheryl Henze, flute; Lin Li, piano; and Lisa Pike, french horn.
   New York City, NY; NYC
2:30 pm
Free

Performance | Empathy & Engagement: Stories from John Steinbeck and Ray Bradbury


With Carol Birch, Storyteller Appropriate for adults and children 8 and older.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
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Discussion | How American Jews Changed Judaism


Come argue! Join Museum scholar-in-residence Dr. Regina Stein for a lively conversation on denominationalism in Judaism historically and today. Dr. Stein will take a close look at Jewish religious life in the early 20th century as Jews created new movements and adapted old ones to meet their needs. The transition was not always easy and continues to have impact today. Information:
   New York City, NY; NYC
3:00 pm
Free

Open Mike | SOS: The Sunday Open Series


An open poetry reading. No Sign-Up. No Time Limit. No BS.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
$3

Tour | U.S. Customs House Building Tour


Museum Ambassadors provide a 45-minute in-depth look at the unique architecture and design of the Alexander Hamilton U.S. Customs House.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
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Concert | College Cello Recital


Featuring Anzhelika Kamara.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
Free

Concert | Sunday Afternoon Organ Meditation


The program features the great repertoire of the Organ on the 101 rank Pipe Organ built by Herman Schlicker and the 5 stop chamber organ built by Taylor & Boody Organ Builders.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
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Concert | Student Composers 2011-2012, Concert 3


This concert will feature performances of new works by College Division composition students.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:30 pm
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Concert | Student Piano Recital


With Xing Shen.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:30 pm
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Concert | Bach Vespers


Program: Johann Sebastion Bach Cantata 135 Ach Herr, mich armen Sünder Johann Michael Bach Choral Motet, Das Blut Jesu Christi
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
Free

Concert | Piano and Flute Works by Handel, Fauré and Others


Abbe Rose Krieger, flute, and Helene Jeanney, piano, performs Handel, Fauré, Taktakishvili, Diana Syrse (American premiere).
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
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Concert | College Piano Recital


Featuring Xinxin Dong.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Concert | College Piano Recital


Featuring Mun Tzung Wong.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Theater | Gospel Stage Play: God Doesn't Mean You Get to Live Forever


A gospel musician's faith is tested when he meets a famous singer who believes everlasting life is a cruel hoax perpetuated by God himself. It's takes a little girl to change their lives forever. Stars: Gregory Charles Royal (Duke Ellington Orchestra; Broadway Hit Five Guys Named Moe); Ken "Skillet" Crutchfield (Broadway Hit Ain't Misbehavin); Robbie Love from Los Angeles (Howard Hewitt,Keb' Mo); John B. Ross (Mama I Want To Sing). Introducing Zari Veres Royal. Directed by Terry Ballard.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
$5 suggested donation

Staged Reading | Play Reading: Kid Privilege by Mark Hofmaier


This series presents sit-down readings of new and revisited scripts, generally followed by a moderated dramaturgical discussion.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Screening | First Run Festival


Films by students. Showtimes at 6:30pm and 8:30pm.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
$3

Screening | Academy Award-Nominated Documentary: Josh Fox's GasLand (2010)


It is happening all across America-rural landowners wake up one day to find a lucrative offer from an energy company wanting to lease their property. Reason? The company hopes to tap into a reservoir dubbed the "Saudi Arabia of natural gas." Halliburton developed a way to get the gas out of the ground-a hydraulic drilling process called "fracking"-and suddenly America finds itself on the precipice of becoming an energy superpower. 107 min.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Performance | Comedy: Student Driver: Indie Road


Student Driver is thrilled to be hosting this weekly show in the basement. Each week we will feature indie improv teams from all over the improv world. You might even get to see a new team have their very first show! Magic and lots of funnies are guaranteed to be made. Need they say more?
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
$5

Concert | Experimental Sounds


1. Freedomland: Dee Pop, Daniel Carter, William Parker, David Hofstra, Dave Sewelson 2. The Bob Meyer Project: Steven Frieder, saxes, Luke Franco, guitar, and Bob Meyer, drums 3. An Open Session
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
$5

Jazz | Sunday Jazz Cabaret


Hear some of New York's hot young jazz artists bring the American Songbook to life. Nick Finzer, trombone, leads the Nick Finzer Trio, joining him will be will be Chris Ziemba, piano, and Kevin Hsieh, bass. Nick Finzer, a 2010 finalist in the International Trombone Association's Carl Fontana Jazz Trombone Competition, has steadily built his reputation through his musical versatility and passion.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
No cover

Concert | Trond-Viggo Torgersen, Norwegian Performer


After filling concert halls and cultural Norway with his storyteller concert "Think for Yourself," Trond-Viggo Torgersen comes to New York to perform. He is one of the most famous and beloved cultural figures in Norway. With Kristian Kvalvaag on guitar.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
$20 suggested donation

Screening | Documentary: Ethan Highbee & Adam Bhala Lough's The Upsetter: The Life & Music of Lee Scratch Perry (2008)


An in-depth exploration of one of the most fascinating and influential artists of our times, Lee Scratch Perry. This documentary probes into Perry's mysterious youth as well as the notorious events of his peak production years in Kingston. 90 min.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
$10 suggested admission

Concert | Student Violin Recital


With Yi Chun Lin.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
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Concert | Upperwest Chamber Music 2011-2012, Concert 11


The Ernst C. Stiefel Chamber Music Series presents College chamber music ensembles in a series performances.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
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Concert | Beyond the Machine 12.1: Synchoneity -- with Works by John Cage


Program: John Cage: Radio Music for 1-8 Radios (1956); Third Construction for Percussion Quartet (1941); and Winter Music for 1-20 pianos (1957) Nick Didkovsky: Zero Waste; and Base Track, based on multimedia artwork by Teru Kuwayama and adapted by Roderick Hill. Beyond the Machine 12.1 – Synchroneity: A Festival of Electro-Acoustic and Intermedia Art joins musicians from Europe, Asia, and the Mid-East with students in four multimedia performances. The program features works by John Cage in celebration of Cage’s centennial, a work by Nick Didkovsky, plus an adaptation of a work by a journalist/multimedia artist in Afghanistan.
   New York City, NY; NYC
8:00 pm
Free

Concert | College Accompanying Recital


Featuring Sophia Vastek.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
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Jazz | College Jazz Guitar Recital


Featuring Sean Richey.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
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Concert | College Voice Recital


Featuring Andrew Klima.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
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Performance | Comedy: The Sunday ShortForm Show


Shortform improv at it’s bestest. Come check out some of NYC best and brightest throw down a improv show for the rest of us. What is shortform improv? It’s like Who’s Line Is It Anyway? but no Drew Carey or commercials. It’s the best time ever. EVER. Hosted by Left Hand Throwing: Garrett Willingham, Devin Heater, Nick Carrillo, Langston Belton, Zoe Farmingdale + Friends.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
$5

Concert | Orchestral Works by Mozart and Mahler


Program: Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Flute Concerto No. 1 in G Major - Caroline Sonett, flute (Winner of the 2011-12 CUO Concerto Competition) - Yoshiaki Onishi, conductor Gustav Mahler Symphony No. 4 - Kasia Borowiec, soprano
   New York City, NY; NYC
8:00 pm
Free

Performance | Comedy: Vicious Cycle


A new Sunday open mic. Names are written, put in the bucket, then picked at random. Comics get 4 minutes. And the next week it happens again. It’s kinda like… a Vicious Cycle. Hosted by Molly Austin and Mike Brown.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:30 pm
Free
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