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44 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Wednesday, July 5, 2017

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Workshop | Park Boot Camp


Join The Rise NYC, a community-driven pop-up fitness group, for a Boot Camp in the park. Rotations through more exercises like crunches, planks, push-ups, burpees, and mountain climbers ensure a mixture of cardio and strength training that will keep you coming back--and seeing results. No equipment necessary; smiles and high-fives encouraged. Rain or shine. Every Wednesday. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 am
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City Walk | Brooklyn Bridge, Brooklyn Heights and Dumbo Tour


This is a 3-hour tour that begins with a walk over the Brooklyn Bridge, an icon of New York City for more over 125 years, with spectacular views of Manhattan and Brooklyn. The tour then moves on to a stroll of Brooklyn Heights, America’s and New York City’s first suburb. The tour then explores the neighborhood DUMBO before ending at the Fulton Ferry landing. less
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9:30 am
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Tour | Downtown Manhattan 3-Hour Tour


The 3-hour walking and subway tour covers the Financial District including Wall Street and the World more Trade Center, SoHo, Little Italy and Chinatown. These are neighborhoods that simply can’t be fully appreciated from a bus. There will be one or two opportunities to sample tasty treats. less
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9:30 am
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Park Walk | Central Park Tour - Lower Section


Once described as the lungs of the city, Central Park brings a breath of fresh air to New York's crowded more urban terrain. What started out as the rocky and desolate northern fringes of a rapidly expanding city is today among the world's most famous and beloved public parks. With over 843 acres of meadows, hills, ball fields and bodies of water, it's impossible not to find something to enjoy in Central Park. less
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9:45 am
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Park Walk | Central Park Tour - Lower Section


Once described as the lungs of the city, Central Park brings a breath of fresh air to New York's crowded more urban terrain. What started out as the rocky and desolate northern fringes of a rapidly expanding city is today among the world's most famous and beloved public parks. With over 843 acres of meadows, hills, ball fields and bodies of water, it's impossible not to find something to enjoy in Central Park. less
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9:45 am
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Tour | Greenwich Village Neighborhood Tour


Greenwich Village is among Manhattan's most desirable and expensive residential neighborhoods. It's history, more however, betrays it's monied status. The Village, with it's quiet, shaded streets, lined with lovely brick and brownstone townhouses, was once the incubating ground of artistic, social and political movements that have helped shape US history. From the Beats to the Folk Movement, from workers rights to gay rights, the Village has often been the center of it all. less
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9:45 am
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Tour | Harlem Tour


Although world famous, Harlem may be New York's best kept secret with some of the city's best architecture, more food, music and people. Harlem's history is also one of the city's most dramatic, having gone through many ethnic, cultural and socioeconomic changes over the past roughly 400 years, which have resulted in a diverse array of places of worship, theaters, homes and eating establishments. less
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9:45 am
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Workshop | Elements of Nature Drawing


Get inspired by the beautiful expanse of the Hudson River and New York Harbor and by the verdant park, more with its very special Hot and Cool gardens; each flower-filled and colorful throughout the season. All art materials are provided. less
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11:00 am
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Park Walk | Public Park Tour


Join an enjoyable walking tour of the park, and discover how they successfully transformed "Needle Park" more of the 1970s into Manhattan's Town Square of today. The guides are loaded with expertise on the park's rich history, award-winning design, distinct amenities, and ongoing maintenance efforts. Every Wednesday. less
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11:00 am
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Workshop | Juggling in the Park


Test your coordination and dexterity with free juggling lessons in the park. All skill levels are welcome more to join in the fun. Equipment is provided. less
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12:00 pm
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Author Reading | Alexandra Silber reads from her book After Anatevka


The acclaimed actress who played Tzeitel on Broadway goes beyond where Fiddler on the Roof left off.
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12:30 pm
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Concert | Andy Palmer, Alt-Roots Rocker


Andy Palmer's third album The Switch was released May 19, 2017 to rave reviews. Afropunk writes that more Palmer's new music is "weighty and full of emotion... hypnotic in its ability to both full of strength and vulnerability." less
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12:30 pm
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Concert | Isaac ben Ayala, Pianist and Film Scorer


Isaac ben Ayala has performed and recorded with many notable bands and greats - from Quincy Jones, Ray more Charles, Louis Bellson, Leon Thomas, Frank Foster, David Murray, James Spaulding, Roy Hargrove, and Wynton Marsalis, to The New York City Ballet, The Sultans of Swing, The Donald Byrd Dance Company and Joe Piscipo. He has scored numerous films and can be heard on the piano in Dave Chappelle’s Block Party. less
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12:30 pm
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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 more 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. Tour times: 1:00pm, 2:00pm. This tour takes place Mondays through Fridays, except bank holidays. less
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1:00 pm
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Tour | Guided Historical Tour of the Columbia University Campus


Join this tour to learn more about the history, architecture, and sculpture of Columbia and the Morningside more Heights campus. Whether you're an amateur New York City historian or visiting campus for the first time, you will leave the tour knowing more about our storied past. Given that the tour route is outdoors, please be aware that tours are occasionally suspended due to inclement weather. less
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1:00 pm
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Workshop | Lunchtime Meditation


Take a mid-day pause to refresh your mind and re-establish your center in the midst of bustling city more life. Meditation is a powerful tool to eliminate stress, to heal the body, mind, and brain, and to enhance your personal well-being and positive relationship with the world. less
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1:00 pm
$10 suggested donation

Jazz | Midday Jazz


With: Eugene Marlow’s Heritage Ensemble Midday Jazz is an ongoing jazz program for the midtown community.
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1:00 pm
$10 suggested donation

Workshop | Genealogical Research with Newspapers and Periodicals


Historical newspapers and genealogy periodicals can reveal a wealth of information about your ancestors. more Learn about NYPL’s vast collections of newspapers and periodicals and find out how these resources can supplement your family history research. less
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2:00 pm
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Tour | High Line Tour


The area around the High Line Park was a vital business district of New York City, supplying fresh fruits, more French Cheeses and Russian caviar as well as fresh meats to City markets. The hustle and bustle of the streets induced the City to elevate the railroad trains delivering goods to the commercial buildings. When interstate truck traffic made the railway outdated, it fell into ruin, only to be regenerated as a park. less
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2:00 pm
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Jazz | Jazz Wednesdays with the Bill Wurtzel Trio


During the run of the exhibitions Eugen Gabritschevsky: Theater of the Imperceptible and Carlo Zinelli more (1916–1974), the Bill Wurtzel trio will perform music that celebrates the creativity and expressiveness of the human mind. less
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2:00 pm
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Tour | Midtown Manhattan Tour


Arguably the world's most valuable, busiest and most crowded pieces of real estate, Midtown Manhattan more 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 facinating histories just waiting to be unveiled. less
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2:00 pm
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Workshop | Figure Al Fresco Outdoor Drawing Class


Many people are challenged when trying to draw the human figure. This workshop offers everyone a chance more to improve their skills through a wonderful outdoor figure drawing class. Meets each Wednesday afternoon from May 6 through October 28, 2017. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
2:30 pm
Free

Book Discussion | Ulysses


Discuss the book by James Joyce.
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3:30 pm
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Workshop | Drop-In Chess


Play the popular strategy game while getting pointers and advice from an expert. Chess improves concentration, more problem-solving, and strategic planning – plus it’s fun. For ages 5 and up (adults welcome). less
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3:30 pm
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Concert | Miko de Leon, Soulful Vocalist


Experience Portland native Miko de Leon’s soulful vocals with a hint of folk-style lyricism.
   New York City, NY; NYC
5:00 pm
Free

Workshop | Everything You Need to Know About Your Resume


With: Win Sheffield.
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6:00 pm
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Film | French Cinema: Jacques Demy's The Umbrellas of Cherbourg (1964)


Stars: Catherine Deneuve, Nino Castelnuovo, Anne Vernon. A young woman separated from her lover by war more faces a life-altering decision. 91 min. In French with English subtitles. less
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6:00 pm
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Workshop | Journey Meditation


In today’s constantly connected world, bringing some calm to a crowded mind can be difficult. Meditating more for just a few minutes a day can make you happier, healthier, and reduce the stress of daily life. This simple, convenient approach is rooted in history, based in science and comes with some serious benefits. Experience the many benefits of meditation firsthand. In this class, you will: Be taught the basics of meditation and how to start a daily practice Learn more about the effects of meditation on the mind and body Understand how meditation can reduce stress at work and beyond Come meditate and munch on healthy salads provided by Sweetgreen Wednesdays, June 14-August 30, 2017. less
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6:00 pm
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Workshop | Sunset Yoga


Open space, fresh sea air, and the floral scent of the gardens will help you stretch away the stress more of the workday and allow you to let go of the hectic buzz of city life. Whether you’re still learning Child’s Pose or have mastered the Twisted Half Moon, our expert yoga instructor will guide you through a routine that works for you. Please bring your own mat. less
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6:00 pm
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Workshop | Volleyball After Work


Shake off the stress of work and join others for some friendly competition at drop-in volleyball. Esplanade more Plaza hosts an after-work volleyball game for adults. They will provide the scorekeeper and the ball, and will instruct newcomers in the basics of the game. This good-natured game has been going for over a decade, and although many people have been attending year after year, players of all experience levels are welcome. Coming by after work is a great way to relax and make new friends. less
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6:00 pm
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Dancing | ¡Arriba!: Latin Dance Party with Folkore Urbano


Feel the rhythm of some of New York City's hottest Latin bands as the park is transformed into an epic more dance floor for our annual series. Grab your friends and get ready to dance. Founded by Pablo Mayor, this powerhouse orchestra combines cumbia and jazz to create an irresistibly modern groove. Highlighting Folklore Urbano's new "El Barrio Project," this evening's concert will feature a mix of salsa music and Colombian rhythms in a cross-cultural exploration of the unique sounds arising from New York City's neighborhoods, from Jackson Heights to Spanish Harlem, where salsa was born. At 6 PM will be a dance lesson with Milteri Tucker Concepcion of Bombazo Dance Company. less
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Birdwatching | Birds of the Park Tour


Join birder and naturalist Heather Wolf to learn about the birds of the Park and tips for how to spot more them. Wolf, the author of Birding at the Bridge, guides you. You may bring books to have signed after the walk. less
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6:30 pm
$5 tickets required...

Workshop | Fight Like a Woman: Intelligence and Poise


This is part of a series of free fitness classes on eight consecutive Wednesdays this summer. The classes more are taught by instructors from local neighborhood businesses. less
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6:30 pm
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Workshop | Healthy on the Hudson Workout


Getting fit in New York City has never been better! This exercise series will take place every Tuesday more and Wednesday all summer long. Tuesdays and Wednesdays, June 6-Spetember 26. less
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6:30 pm
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Talk | Swindles and Seductions: The Curious Affinity of Sholem Aleichem and Isaac Bashevis Singer


Sholem Aleichem and Isaac Bashevis Singer are each household names, and together, their writing careers more spanned virtually the entire twentieth century. Their deep affinity transcends their shared celebrity, though. They defined the Yiddish response to modernity by taking a stance against progress and the other developmental ideals that had powered the Haskalah (Jewish Enlightenment). Drawing on the speaker Miriam Udal's award-winning book Never Better!: The Modern Jewish Picaresque, this talk will explain the central role of various deceptions—the swindle in the case of Sholem Aleichem and the seduction in that of Bashevis Singer—in illustrating a rapidly changing world. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
6:30 pm
Free

Workshop | Yoga Evening Salute to the Sun


Enjoy Hatha Yoga with Hollis and a beautiful sunset. This class is suitable for all fitness levels. Please more wear loose, comfortable clothing, and bring your own mat. Wednesdays from June through September. less
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Workshop | Yoga Outdoors


For Tejal Yoga, the practice, traditions, and teachings stem from a greater source within, a source that more taps into her culture, heritage, and roots. Tejal Yoga began in 2013, after Tejal completed her first vinyasa yoga teacher training at The Yoga Room in Astoria, NY. Her love of teaching and passion for the practice led her to India for a traditional hatha yoga training in 2014. Tejal Yoga offers radiant yoga in a warm environment with a clear voice, helping you to feel acknowledged and aligned. less
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6:30 pm
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Film | Abderrahmane Sissako's Timbuktu (2014): Oscar nominated drama


A melding of two sensibilities: the otherworldly beauty of an Arabian Nights fairytale and the worst more extremes of 21st century religious fundamentalism. Set in Mali, this Academy Award-nominated drama follows a young family of Tuareg shepherds, emphasizing the loving nature of their relationships and the deeply sensual colors, textures, sights, and sounds that define their quotidian existence. Enter a band of radical jihadists whose sharia law forbids listening to Western music, playing soccer, or socializing between the sexes. Defying their rules brings horrendous, even fatal consequences. 7 PM: classic afro-funk, afro-beat, and psychedelic dance music by Super Yamba Band Sundown: Film begins less
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Author Reading | James Barron reads from his book The One-Cent Magenta: Inside the Quest to Own the Most Valuable Stamp in the World


An inside look at the obsessive, secretive, and often bizarre world of high-profile stamp collecting, more told through the journey of the world’s most sought-after stamp. less
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7:00 pm
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Play | New York Classical Theatre presents The Rivals by Richard Brinsley Sheridan


Sheridan's 1775 comedy of manners comes to life in a panormic outdoor professional production.
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7:00 pm
Free

Workshop | Waterfront Workouts: Piyo


Build power and increase speed and leg strength. This class increases muscular endurance and stamina more for competitive sports events and uses power agility training to transform muscle fiber and produce a lean, athletic shape. Wednesdays at 7 pm, June 21 - August 16 less
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Film | Barry Jenkins' Moonlight (2016): Oscar's Best Picture of the Year


Stars: Mahershala Ali, Shariff Earp, Duan Sanderson. A chronicle of the childhood, adolescence and burgeoning more adulthood of a young, African-American, gay man growing up in a rough neighborhood of Miami. 111 min. Free Popcorn. Beverages and snacks available for purchase. Movie begins at dusk (around 8:30pm). less
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8:15 pm
Free

Film | Mel Brooks' Blazing Saddles (1974): Oscar-Nominated Comedy


Stars: Cleavon Little, Gene Wilder, Slim Pickens. In order to ruin a western town, a corrupt politician more appoints a black sheriff, who promptly becomes his most formidable adversary. 93 min. less
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Comedy Club | Gandhi, Is That You? Comedy Show - with Free Pizza


Stand-up comedy show (that has been featured on MTV, and that fills to standing-room only each week). more The show is produced by Brendan Fitzgibbons (The Onion, McSweeney's) and Lance Weiss (Carolines on Broadway) with comedians from David Letterman, Vh1, MTV, The Onion, and Comedy Central. Free pizza! less
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