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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on August 24, 2009?

14 free events take place on Monday, August 24 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 August 24 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 August . 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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14 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Monday, August 24, 2009

All events are free unless otherwise noted.
        

Tour | Federal Reserve Bank Tour


Learn about central banking functions that Federal Reserve System performs and see Bank's vault of international monetary gold on bedrock of Manhattan Island, five stories below street level. Five tours daily on the hour.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:30 am
Free

Other | Skate Boarding and Roller Blading


The Skate Park is open to all skate boarders and roller bladers willing to sign a waiver and wear proper protective gear. Individuals under 18 years of age must have a waiver signed by a parent or guardian.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
Free

Jazz | Victor Lin, Pianist


A former student of jazz legend Kenny Barron, Victor is currently a jazz music instructor at Columbia University, Teachers College, and The Calhoun School.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
Free

Workshop | Adult Crochet Circle



   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free

Jazz | Marlene Ver Planck performs from her CD Once There Was a Moon


The legendary jazz singer graces the store with a celebration of her newest interpretations of the classic American songbook.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free

Concert | Stephen Beasley Project, Soul/Rock/Funk Music


A collective of musicians that blend funk, soul, rock and world music styles to create original tunes and put their own spin on music from other artists.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free

Workshop | Sunset Qi Gong Classes


Qi Gong classes with an experienced instructor. Wear comfortable clothing.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
Free

Slide Lecture | “What's Up with My Gut? A Friendly Introduction to Digestive Dilemmas”


Margaret A. Oppenheimer, author of Beat Crohn's! Getting to Remission with Enteral Nutrition, offers this illustrated introduction to diseases that afflict the human intestinal tract in which you'll learn about the amazing variety of conditions that can send us running for the smallest room in the house. Get the facts about irritable bowel syndrome, Crohn's disease, celiac disease, and more. In addition, the speaker will provide a brief overview of her recently published book, which describes a clinically tested dietary treatment for Crohn's disease that has been almost forgotten in the United States.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
Free

Jazz | Duke Ellington Legacy Band


An evening of live music with the Duke Ellington Legacy Band, featuring Edward Ellington III.
   New York City, NY; NYC
7:00 pm
Free

Author Reading | Erin Gruwell reads from her book Teaching Hope: Stories from the Freedom Writers Teachers


150 teachers from across the United States and Canada trained in the Freedom Writers Method tell their stories in this new book.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
Free

Author Reading | Jim Krusoe reads from his book Erased


Tin House magazine assistant editor Brian Deleeuw hosts Krusoe's reading from his novel, an exploration of abandonment, life, death and Cleveland and a sequel to his critically acclaimed Girl Factory. Joshua Ferris, National Book Award finalist for his novel Then We Came to the End also reads his piece from the 10th anniversary edition of the magazine.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Performance | Case of the Mondays comedy show in Midtown


This recession-proof show (no cover, no drink minimum) features comics who have performed at Comix, Gotham Comedy Club, New York Comedy Club, Laugh Lounge, etc. This week's lineup, which includes Liz Fabulas, Damien Lemon, Phoebe Robinson, Jonathan Powley, Rory Scovel, Vladimir Caamano, Jamie Lee, and more! Be sure to arrive early as seating is limited.
   New York City, NY; NYC
7:30 pm
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Theater | Euripedes' The Bacchae with a Score by Philip Glass


Director JoAnne Akalaitis presents this Greek tragedy as it was always meant to be seen – in the open air of the city. This interpretation, featuring a lush choral score by Philip Glass, re-imagines the classic story about what happens when a government attempts to outlaw desire.
   New York City, NY; NYC
8:00 pm
Free

Film | Ivan Reitman's Ghost Busters (1984), Nominated for 2 Oscars


With Bill Murray, Dan Aykroyd and Harold Ramis. Three unemployed parapsychology professors set up shop as a unique ghost removal service. 105 min. Limited seating. Folding chairs and blankets welcome.
   New York City, NY; NYC
8:30 pm
Free
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Concert | Christmas Concert

Regular Price: $55
CFT Member Price: $0.00

Classical Music | Works by Mozart, Dvorak and More

Regular Price: $50
CFT Member Price: $0.00
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