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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on August 26, 2010?

44 free events take place on Thursday, August 26 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 26 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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44 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Thursday, August 26, 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
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Hike | Governors Island Hike


A hike through the National Historic Landmark District. Behind the façade of the island’s military structures lie hidden courtyards and stately grounds resounding with echoes from the past. Join a National Park Ranger for this 1.5 hour, 1.5 mile walking experience and discover how the role of the island evolved to meet the changing needs of New York City and the nation.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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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 | Online Social Networking


Hands on using wireless laptops. Learn about online social networks and explore some of the most popular websites, including Facebook, Myspace, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:30 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

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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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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Concert | Brazilian Music: Sue Maskaleris with Trio Do Rio


Sue Maskaleris with Trio Do Rio perform Brazilian favorites.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
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Jazz | Jazz on the Plaza: Jazz Knights


For over thirty years the United States Military Academy Band’s Jazz Knights have brought musical excellence and variety to their audiences by presenting the best of big band jazz and popular music. Members of the group are graduates of America's finest music schools. They are recruited and selected through a competitive audition process specifically for service in the United States Military Academy Band at West Point. Members of the band have played with such jazz icons as Count Basie, Buddy Rich, Woody Herman, Maynard Ferguson, Ahmad Jamal and the Glenn Miller Band.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
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Park Walk | Tour of the Exhibit Statuesque


Designed to provide visitors with an overview of the exhibition's themes as well details about each artist and the works included, the tour will visit each of the ten figurative sculptures on view and last approximately 30 minutes. Statuesque brings together a dynamic group of six international artists--Pawel Althamer, Huma Bhabha, Aaron Curry, Thomas Houseago, Matthew Monahan, and Rebecca Warren--whose work reinvigorates the tradition of figurative sculpture. This exhibition marks the New York debut of each work included and is also the first time this international group of artists has been shown together.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
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Jazz | Victor Lin, Jazz Pianist


A former student of jazz legend Kenny Barron, Victor Lin is currently a jazz music instructor at Columbia University, Teachers College and The Calhoun School.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 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

Hike | Governors Island Hike


A hike through the National Historic Landmark District. Behind the façade of the island’s military structures lie hidden courtyards and stately grounds resounding with echoes from the past. Join a National Park Ranger for this 1.5 hour, 1.5 mile walking experience and discover how the role of the island evolved to meet the changing needs of New York City and the nation.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Screening | Iranian Film: Jafar Panahi's Offside (2006)


The struggle of women in a country that excludes them from entering the stadiums. The director Panahi was jailed in Iran for producing an "anti-regime" film.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Workshop | Origami Workshop


Paper-folding for ages 7 and older.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Tour | “Manhattan Adirondacks”


Olmsted and Vaux designed the North Woods to replicate the forests of the Adirondack Mountains with its crystal streams, calming cascades, and rustic bridges. This scenic and meditative walk is right in New York City's backyard. Tour will be approximately one hour.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Workshop | Researching with E-Resources: Catalogs


This introduction to research concentrates on the Library’s new integrated online catalog as well as basic navigation of WorldCat, and online catalog of materials held in libraries worldwide.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:15 pm
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Workshop | Computer Maintenance


Hands on using wireless laptops. Learn how to care for your computer, protect it from viruses, and perform regular maintenance functions to keep it running smoothly.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:30 pm
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Workshop | Chess Playing


A Beginning and Intermediate Chess Program for Adults. Show off your best moves against other chess fans! Or simply learn from other chess fans! Whether you're a chess master or just starting out, come join us for some board time.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
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Workshop | Kayaking on the Hudson


Enjoy breathtaking views of NYC while kayaking on the Hudson River. Completely free. Must know how to swim. A changing room and shower and hose to rinse off with are available. They have a limited number of locks available. Please bring your own lock.
   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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Open Mike | Poems in the Park


The Poems on the Park project will bring NYC residents a chance to read their original works, and to listen to those of their neighbors! An open-mic style performance means anyone of any age can strut their literary stuff. In addition to the readings, there will be a contest for any poetry submitted about the park or nature. The winner will be eligible for publication and other prizes.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Workshop | Roadmap to a Career in Web or Print Design


You may be thinking about a new career in computer graphics, but where do you start? And in which direction should you aim? Is it web page design, Flash animation, or print? They'll tell you what you need to know to get started in web and/or print graphics.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Film | Steven Spielberg's Academy Award Winner Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade (1989): Father-Son Bonding


With Harrison Ford, Sean Connery and Denholm Elliott. When his father suddenly goes missing while pursuing the Holy Grail, eminent archaeologist Indiana Jones must follow in his footsteps and stop the Nazis. 127 min. Music by DJ Emch starts at 6pm; film starts at sunset.
   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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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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6:00 pm
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Workshop | Sahaja Yoga Meditation


Sahaja Yoga Meditation is a holistic approach to living in balance. The simple technique gives the experience of inner silence, calm and contentment. Sahaja Yoga is an inner yoga (connection), meaning no mental or physical effort is required. Whatever the issue is facing us - frustration, anger, anxiety, bad habits, loneliness - Sahaja Yoga Meditation awakens a vibrant energy within each of us that empowers us to achieve our genuine self-expression and fulfillment. Classes are taught by experienced volunteers Aldo Alvarez and Shail Pandya. Share relaxation techniques!
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:15 pm
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Dance Lesson | Salsa Class with Talia


Salsa classes with Talia from Stepping Out Studios.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Theater | Shakespeare’s Romeo & Juliet: Dying for Love


The Hudson Warehouse presents this tragedy written early in the career of playwright William Shakespeare about two young “star-cross’d lovers” whose deaths ultimately unite their feuding families. An outdoor presentation.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Workshop | Teach Yourself: Learn a New Language


Hands on using wireless laptops. Discover a wide selection of self-study resources to help you learn a new language or brush up on one you’ve studied before. Class covers resources available through free websites.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Talk | Want to Reduce Your Sugar Cravings but Can't Get Started?


With Sandy Merrill, Certified Holistic Health Counselor. Find out how to have more energy, fewer mood swings, better sleep and a lower risk of diabetes by beating your sugar cravings.
   New York City, NY; NYC
6:30 pm
Free

Jazz | Cynthia Holiday, Jazz Vocalist


A native of Newark, Cynthia Holiday is a vocalist and songwriter who grew up in a house of jazz lovers. Her stepfather, Calvin Hughes, played the trumpet with Frank Foster, Clark Terry, Eddie "Lockjaw" Davis, toured with Big Maybelle and was a big band leader.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Theater | Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing: A Comedy of Two Couples


Benedick and Beatrice are engaged in a "merry war"; they both talk a mile a minute and proclaim their scorn for love, marriage, and each other. In contrast, Claudio and Hero are sweet young people who are rendered practically speechless by their love for one another. Benedick and Beatrice are tricked into confessing their love for each other, and Claudio is tricked into rejecting Hero at the altar.
   New York City, NY; NYC
7:00 pm
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Reading | Sideshow Goshko Storytelling Show


Award-winning storyteller Leslie Goshko (Manhattan Monologue Slam Champion, NY Fringe Excellence Award, WNYC) invites some of New York’s top writers and storytellers to share true, bizarre tales about their lives. There’s live accordion music, a challenging trivia game, and a free wine giveaway where one lucky audience member will walk away with their very own bottle of Sideshow Sauce! Tonight’s stellar lineup includes stories from: Andy Christie (NY Times, NPR, Moth GrandSlam Champion), Dan Allen (Comedy Central, Sacapuntas), Kambri Crews (The Moth), and Carter Edwards (Upright Citizens Brigade, The Liar Show).
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Screening | Work by Student Filmmakers


826NYC offers free writing programs designed to strengthen a student’s power to express ideas as well as offering filmmaking labs, animation and radio production classes, and screenwriting workshops. This free screening features some of the new work that students have created.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Workshop | Yoga Bliss


Bring your summer to a beautiful close with Yoga Bliss yoga classesk. Find your bliss beneath the billowing trees and the golden sunsets. Align your body, free your mind, and reconnect with nature and your true self.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Concert | Annual Latino Music by the Sea Concert


Featuring Richie Ray & Bobby Cruz, Grupo Niche, Sa-Fire, TKA, Judy Torres and Noel.
   New York City, NY; NYC
7:30 pm
Free

Concert | Bach & Before: Music of 17th Century Germany


The music of 17th century Germany is characterized by cosmopolitan tastes and the flowing exchange of ideas over political boundaries. The sheer beauty and depth of emotion of this music was the sound-world from which Bach would later emerge. With: Elizabeth Baber and Sherezade Panthaki, Ryland Angel, Nils Neubert, Steve Hrycelak. Robert Mealy, Dongmyung Ahn, Daniel Lee, Adriane Post, Katie Rietman, Daniel Swenberg, David Walker and Charles Weaver, Avi Stein.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
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Book Discussion | James Hannaham reads from his book God Says No


The story of a young black Christian struggling with desire and belief, with his love for his wife and his appetite for other men.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Theater | Shakespeare's Macbeth: A Contemporary Interpretation


The Scottish tragedy is set in an occupied Islamic country, where Macbeth is a power-hungry U.S. Army officer, Duncan is a warlord and the Witches are local war widows. Presented by Pulse Ensemble Theatre.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Performance | Beowulf - A Thousand Years of Baggage, Performed by Banana Bag & Bodice


Digging into the roots of the original epic poem, this hearkens back to the raw and rowdy style of storytelling in the old Scandinavian mead halls – with a passion for fierce poetry and a pint of thick beer. Monsters and professors collide in blood-soaked Scandinavia as this hefty poem is rescued from 1,000 years of analysis and transformed into a defiantly raucous dissertation on art and violence. With an 8-piece band including dueling trombones, bass clarinet, accordion and saw, Beowulf combines Weillian cabaret, 40's jazz harmony, indie rock, punk, electronica and Romantic lieder into a cacophonous swirl.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Film | John Badham's Oscar Nominee Saturday Night Fever (1977): Disco Salvation


With John Travolta, Donna Pescow and Denny Dillon. A Brooklyn youth feels his only chance to get somewhere is as the king of the disco floor. 113 min. Rain or shine. Gates open to the public at 6:30 pm. Bring a picnic!
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
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