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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on August 10, 2010?

45 free events take place on Tuesday, August 10 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 10 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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45 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Tuesday, August 10, 2010

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Workshop | Tai Chi in the Park


Tai Chi and Eternal Spring are instructed by members of the Tai Chi Chuan Center. Classes are for all ages and experience levels. Classes are rain or shine.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 am
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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. Learn why Federal Reserve has "Federal" in its name, while it's a private bank, not Federal at all. Congressman Ron Paul considers the Federal Reserve "both corrupt and unconstitutional" Five tours daily on the hour.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:30 am
Free

City Walk | Midtown Manhattan Walking Tour


New York City's best and funniest walking tour…..and it’s Free! Arguably the world's most valuable, busiest and most crowded pieces of real estate, Midtown Manhattan is what most visitors think of when they think of New York City. Home to some of the city's most iconic architecture, from Gothic to Post-Modern and from Beaux-Arts to Art Deco (lots of Art Deco). it's not difficult to understand why. But just behind the massive facades, lie fascinating histories is just waiting to be peeled away.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Workshop | Yoga in the Park


lululemon athletica provides free yoga classes for all ages and levels. Awaken the body’s potential with revitalizing movement, stretching, breathing, and poses. Some of yoga’s benefits include weight loss, deeper sleep, release from pain and arthritis, and a more youthful appearance. Wear comfortable clothing that allows easy movement. Mats are provided. In case of rain, please call.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Tour | Cathedral Tour


Explore the Cathedral's newly cleaned and restored Nave. Learn about the art, architecture and history of this great sacred space from 1892 to the present.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
$6

Dance Lesson | Native American Dance with Cetiliztli Nauhcampa


An interactive dance program with Native American artist Cetiliztli Nauhcampa.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
Free

Other | Play Petanque in the Park


Learn to play petanque, the popular European game anchored in precision, patience, and camaraderie, from members of La Boule New Yorkaise, NYC's championship club.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Other | Play Ping Pong


Hone your ping pong skills at one of two state-of-the-art tables. Paddles and balls are provided free of charge. Sign up with an attendant in the park to reserve a time slot.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Other | Meet the Birds


Get an up-close visit with exotic birds from the Arcadia Bird Sanctuary and Education Center. Terri Jones, her granddaughter Caitlyn, Leslie Wallace, and their sociable, people-friendly birds can be found, weather permitting. Stop by to watch, ask questions, interact with the birds, or just take pictures.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:30 am
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Dance Performance | Choreographer Paul–André Fortier's Solo 30x30


A 30-minute dance performance presented in the same location, at the same time for 30 consecutive days. Created by choreographer and performer Paul-André Fortier, one of the leading figures in Canadian contemporary dance, this minimalist work is stripped of the stage’s artifice and grounded in the urban décor to form a bond between performer, audience and place.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Park Walk | Exploring Hallett and the Pond Tour


Take a break to enjoy the Park! Take this half-hour walk through the Park's smallest woodland area and learn its history, enjoy its peacefulness, and discover the mystery behind the waterfall. Due to limited space in the Hallett Nature Sanctuary, the first 20 people to sign in at the beginning of the tour will be able to participate! Call for directions.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Tour | Downtown: Where New York Began Tour


A tour of Downtown — its history, architecture, and art, and its fascinating denizens. Tour includes Federal Hall, the U.S. Stock Exchange, Trinity Church, Fraunces Tavern, U.S. Custom House, and Bowling Green. Led by a professional tour leader. Adults, please bring photo ID.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
$10 suggested donation

Jazz | Jazz Piano: Junior Mance


Junior Mance is an international jazz musician who has performed with jazz greats such as Dizzy Gillespie, Dinah Washington, and Lester Young. He was inducted into the International Jazz Hall of Fame in 1997. When not traveling, Junior can be found every Sunday performing at Cafe' Loup in NYC.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
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Concert | Juilliard guitarist Peter Ernst performs romantic music from Spain


Program: Fernando Sor Variations on Malborough s'en va t'en guerre, Op. 28 José Broca Una Flor José Ferrer Estudio Julián Arcas Polacca Fantástica Francisco Tárrega Marieta (Mazurka), Recuerdos de la Alhambra & Rosita (Polka) Miguel Llobet Romanza Emilio Pujol Guajira Andrés Segovia Estudio sin luz Manuel María Ponce Vals & Tres canciones populares mexicanas
   New York City, NY; NYC
12:30 pm
Free

Author Reading | Megadeth frontman Dave Mustaine discusses his book Mustaine: A Heavy Metal Memoir


In 2009 Mustaine was ranked No. 1 in Joel McIver's book The 100 Greatest Metal Guitarists. Mustaine was also ranked eighty-ninth by Hit Parader on their list of the 100 Greatest Metal Vocalists of All Time.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
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Performance | Performance Art: LoVid's Trichrome Navigation


Interdisciplinary artist duo LoVid lead a team of performers and audience members through an obstacle course, carrying electronic components from one side to another, building an electronic musical instrument that produces live sound. Beginning with minimal sound and movement, the performance progresses to a crescendo of increasing density and sound.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
Free

Book Discussion | Rudyard Kipling's Just So Stories for Little Children: An Appreciation for Adults


Led by Alexandra Horowitz, author of Inside of a Dog. A discussion of the bedtime stories we loved as children, but only now as adults can fully understand.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
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Concert | Sophisticated Ladies


On your lunch hour, cool music for a warm summer day.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
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Tour | Cathedral Tour


Explore the Cathedral's newly cleaned and restored Nave. Learn about the art, architecture and history of this great sacred space from 1892 to the present.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
$6

Dance Lesson | Native American Dance with Cetiliztli Nauhcampa


An interactive dance program with Native American artist Cetiliztli Nauhcampa.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
Free

Workshop | Featured Database: Facts on File


Hands on using wireless laptops. Explore this comprehensive and authoritative reference resource with coverage of African-American, American Indian, American Women’s, and Modern World, Ancient, and Medieval History Online. Learn to access maps, timelines, tables and charts, primary sources, biographies and images which provide a glimpse into the past.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:15 pm
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Workshop | Knitting Circle


Gotta Knit provides free instruction to beginners. Yarn and needles are provided.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:30 pm
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Workshop | Internet 3: Advanced Search Strategies


Hands on using wireless laptops. Learn advanced search strategies to narrow results and find the best information online.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:30 pm
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Concert | 2nd Annual Hudson Square Music & Wine Festival


A free neighborhood celebration of music, food, and wine. Musical guest is Bajah & The Dry Eye Crew. After packing the national stadium for performances in their home country of Sierra Leone and contributing music to the Academy Award–nominated film Blood Diamond, African superstars Bajah & the Dry Eye Crew are poised to conquer the global airwaves with their international debut album (due out in fall 2009) and their unique sound, which blends the swagger and funk of hip-hop, the passion and energy of dancehall, and the socially conscious vibe of reggae.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
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Workshop | Shape Up NYC - Intensati


This revolutionary workout fuses high energy aerobics, martial arts, dance, yoga, and strength conditioning. Combining spoken affirmations with simple choreography, Intensati provides a heart pumping, exhilarating workout that builds physical, mental and spiritual muscle.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
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Dance Lesson | Belly Dancing Class


With Lisa Rickenbacker.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Other | Park Green Team


Help care for the park. All ages; children must be accompanied by an adult.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Park Walk | Tuesday Night Park Tour


Walk the pathways of newly opened pier 1 with park designers and planners and learn the history of the site, the process that led to its creation, the features of its landscape and the innovative sustainable elements that make this truly a green park.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Park Walk | Walk NYC


A walking program that encourages New Yorkers of all ages to get fit while enjoying the outdoors. With funding provided by Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield, Parks hired trained walking instructors who will keep participants active, exercising and having fun.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Concert | Classical Brass Trio


Jazz from the New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Screening | German/Israeli Documentary: Yael Hersonski's A Film Unfinished (2009)


At the end of WWII, 60 minutes of raw film was discovered in an East German archive. Filmed by the Nazis in Warsaw in May 1942 and labeled simply “Ghetto,” this footage quickly became a resource for historians seeking an authentic record of the Warsaw Ghetto. However, the later discovery of a reel that included staged scenes complicated earlier readings of the footage. This documentary presents the raw footage in its entirety, with expert commentary that carefully notes fictionalized scenes falsely showing “the good life” enjoyed by Jewish inhabitants of the ghetto, and illuminates the making of a now-infamous Nazi propaganda film. 88 min. In German, Hebrew, Polish and Yiddish with English subtitles. Post-screening discussion with Yael Hersonski moderated by Bonnie Gurewitsch.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Workshop | MS PowerPoint


Hands on using wireless laptops. Learn how to create a slideshow presentation using Microsoft PowerPoint 2003. Topics include creating and editing slides, inserting images and clipart, and running your slideshow.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Staged Reading | Paranormal Mysteries: Out-of-This-World Detectives


With moderator Meredith Anthony and panelists Lee Barwood and E. F. Watkins of Mystery Writers of America - New York Chapter. Vampires. Werewolves. Zombies. Extra-terrestrials. Ghosts. Mysterious creatures like Bigfoot and the Loch Ness monster. Paranormal mysteries are among the most popular genres of fiction—why? Join this lively discussion and hear expert opinions on why paranormal stories have thrived for hundreds of years.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Workshop | Pilates: Mat Class


This total body workout is a great way to develop superior core muscle power and tone, all with a beautiful view of the Hudson. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring your own mat.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Workshop | Riverside Run Class


Fall in love with running or prepare for your first or next race. With this class, Riverside Run, turn yourself into a well-balanced running machine. Led by instructor Evan Armbrister, this vigorous running class will help you tune up your technique and get an intense workout at the same time – all against the beautiful backdrop of the Hudson River. Weather permitting.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Poetry Reading | 3 Poets: John Murillo / Willie Perdomo / Brenda Cardenas


3 contemporary writers read their work.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Jazz | Danny Mixon, Jazz Pianist


Mixon (born August 19, 1949 in Harlem) is an American jazz pianist. In 2004 he was presented with an award honoring him as a legendary pianist by The Jazz Museum in Harlem. In September 2007, he was honoree at the 18th Annual Legends Purple Carpet Awards, honoring contributors of the promotional arts and entertainment industry at Brooklyn’s Toro’s. Mixon is currently musical director of the Lenox Lounge in Harlem, where he also regularly plays with the Danny Mixon Trio.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Concert | Latin Music: Bachata Heightz


Born and raised in Washington Heights, the five members of Bachata Heightz first got together to stay off the streets and experiment with their musical passions. In the years since, they have become one of most influential groups in the Latin music scene, and are considered to be one of the first pioneers of urban bachata, a style of tropical music first originating in the Dominican Republic and mixed with rock, R&B, hip-hop, mambo, and a little playfulness from this group.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Author Reading | Peter Quinn reads from his novel The Man Who Never Returned


Quinn delivers a satisfying solution to the real-life mystery of Joseph Crater, a New York City judge who disappeared in 1930, in this hard-boiled historical, a sequel to The Hour of the Cat.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Concert | Rosanne Cash performs and discusses her book Composed: A Life


Singer/songwriter Rosanne Cash will perform selections and discuss her new memoir in an on-stage interview with journalist Katherine Lanpher.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Author Reading | Sally Koslow reads from her book With Friends Like These


Koslow explores the complexities of female friendship in New York City.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Workshop | Waterfront Workout with the Fitness Guru


The Fitness Guru returns with Pilates Mat classes! Join instructors as they teach you to properly activate the muscles of your abdomen and back to create an incredible amount of stability in your torso. Open to all skill levels, but space is limited. Registration begins at 6:30pm each evening. A limited number of mats are available for rental for free (with valid ID).
   New York City, NY; NYC
7:00 pm
Free

Dance Performance | New Dance: Complexions Contemporary Ballet / Dancin‟ Downtown Contest Winners


Complexions Contemporary Ballet (pictured) is a company dedicated to removing boundaries and transcending the limits of performance. Artistic directors Dwight Rhoden and Desmond Richardson‘s lifelong appreciation for the artistic and aesthetic appeal of the multicultural forms the cornerstone of Complexions Contemporary Ballet‘s approach. Complexions‘ mix of methods, style and cultures has produced an entirely new and exciting movement: an open, continually evolving form of dance reflecting the movement of our world. Dancin‟ Downtown at the Joyce Theater, produced by Dancers Responding to AIDS, is the only competition providing dance students the opportunity to be seen by such a diverse and distinguished group of dance luminaries on one of the most prestigious dance stages in New York City - The Joyce Theater. This unique competition benefits DRA, a program of Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Watch the top two winning groups of this contest perform a short piece and get a glimpse into the freshest faces of dance today.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
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Screening | Czech Films on the Rooftop


Come and enjoy Czech films and Manhattan views on the rooftop. Films are screened at dusk. In case of bad weather films will be screened at 8:30 pm indoors. All films in Czech with English subtitles. Tonight: Hogo Fogo Homolka.
   New York City, NY; NYC
8:30 pm
Free

Open Mike | Penny's Open Mic


Spoken word artists, musicians, comedians, and other creative folks are invited to put their two cents in at this gathering hosted by Penny Pollak.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:00 pm
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