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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on June 17, 2009?

42 free events take place on Wednesday, June 17 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 June 17 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 June . 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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42 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Wednesday, June 17, 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
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Hike | Governors Island Tour


A guided tour of the National Historic Landmark District. The tour covers 1.5 miles in 1.5 hours, rain or shine. It is strongly recommended that you bring at least 1 quart (1 liter) of water and a portable snack with you. Please dress for the weather. The tour route can be strenuous.
   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
$5

Park Walk | New York Botanical Garden


Walk a couple of miles, then decide if you want to leave or pay admission to the park.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
$3

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

Park Walk | “Cross Park Promenade”


You'll be amazed at what you'll see.... a hidden bench that tells time, miniature boats powered by the wind, a magnificent sculpture celebrating fresh water, and a glorious drinking fountain for the city's equine population. These are just some of the the sites along the way on this east to west walk through the park. Tour is approximately one hour long.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Lesson | Elements of Nature Drawing


Enjoy drawing in the parks and gardens with a professional artist/educator. Materials provided or bring your own.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:30 am
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Concert | Ayako Shirasaki, pianist


A virtuoso pianist who performs in and around the New York City area. Her techniques range from a “tender touch” (like the late Tommy Flanagan) to “brisk runs” (like Bud Powell) – which can be heard on her recent solo CD Home Alone.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Other | Linda Pollack's Habeas Lounge, interactive art installation


This creation of conceptual artist Pollack is designed to bring people together informally, literally face to face on a red serpentine-shaped couch, in a modern forum for civic dialogue. The artist orchestrates a constellation of activities, informal talks, gatherings and events that spark dialogue among the diverse people inhabiting the neighborhood and taking a break during a typical work day.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Other | Oral Cancer Screenings


Screenings are on a first-come first-served basis. No appointment is needed. Testing is quick and painless.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
Free

Tour | Summer Garden Tour


This tour features blooming perennial and annual borders (over 250 varieties) as well as ornamental trees and shrubs.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Tour | Grand Central Terminal Tour


Tour of this magnificent Beaux-Arts landmark.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
$10 suggested donation

Author Reading | Monica Ali reads from her book In the Kitchen


Booker Prize-shortlisted author Ali stops by the park to discuss the highly anticipated follow-up to her best-selling novel Brick Lane. Her latest brings readers into the vivid world of a London restaurant kitchen.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
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Dance Performance | Naomi Goldberg Haas/Dances For A Variable Population's Fanfare


Groups of dancers of diverse ages perform to whimsically remixed compositions from Aaron Copeland's "Fanfare for the Common Man" by the minimalist composer Michael Nyman.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
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Slide Lecture | “Orientalist Architecture and Design in Manhattan”


This illustrated talk will survey Manhattan architecture and design influenced by Asian and Middle Eastern historicist design styles, including Islamic, Andalusian (Hispano-Moresque), Indian, Egyptian, Assyro-Babylonian and Japanese. The survey will begin with the Indian-influenced Lockwood de Forest House, built in 1887, and end with the Isamu Noguchi Japanese-inspired fountain in the Chase Manhattan Plaza in Lower Manhattan, built 1961-64.
   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
$5

Hike | Governors Island Tour


A guided tour of the National Historic Landmark District. The tour covers 1.5 miles in 1.5 hours, rain or shine. It is strongly recommended that you bring at least 1 quart (1 liter) of water and a portable snack with you. Please dress for the weather. The tour route can be strenuous.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Jazz | Grammy-nominated pianist Judy Carmichael


Carmichael is one of the world’s leading interpreters of stride piano and swing. Count Basie nicknamed her “Stride”, acknowledging the command with which she plays this technically and physically demanding jazz piano style. Here she performs with saxophonist Mike Hashim and drummer Ed Ornowski.
   New York City, NY; NYC
1:00 pm
$7 donation requested

Tour | “Waterways and Vistas”


Walk from the Dairy to Belvedere Castle, and learn about the intricate design of Central Park's web of pastoral landscapes and formal romantic vistas.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Dance Performance | Naomi Goldberg Haas/Dances For A Variable Population's Fanfare


Groups of dancers of diverse ages perform to whimsically remixed compositions from Aaron Copeland's "Fanfare for the Common Man" by the minimalist composer Michael Nyman.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:30 pm
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Lesson | Figure al Fresco


Learn figure drawing outdoors with a clothed model and an artist/educator. Materials provided or bring your own.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:30 pm
Free

Talk | How to Get Press for You and Your Business


Getting media attention can change your sales. Many companies use the power of the press to attract new customers. Learn some strategies that can work for you and the practical side of how to make it happen. Topics will include: How to write a press release; How to create press clippings; How to develop a press kit that you can send to the media; How to pitch a story idea; Methods and protocol for contacting the press. A presentation by Jamila Payne.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
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Author Reading | 3 New Books Document Exhibitions


Join artists and authors to celebrate the publication of three new books documenting previous gallery projects: Adam Simon: Fine Art Adoption Network, Fawn Krieger: COMPANY, and Little & Furgason Present.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Concert | Kevin McGee/Joe Crookston, singer-songwriters


Kevin McGee (pictured) is a 2007 and 2008 top 10 finalist in the USA Songwriting Competition as well as a 2007 Billboard and Kerrville New Folk Festival finalist. This Athens, GA native's CD is Gypsy Tapestries. Born and raised in Northeast Ohio, Joe Crookston is a guitarist, clawhammer banjo player, fiddler, singer and songwriter that fuses contemporary and traditional styles, and his writing simply and beautifully paints pictures with words. He has been heard on National Public Radio’s All Songs Considered.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Concert | Loudon Wainwright III/Sloan Wainwright/Lucy Wainwright Roche, folk/pop/jazz music


A real “family affair,” this triple bill features three uniquely talented voices of the highly acclaimed Wainwright family. Loudon Wainwright III headlines with his trademark self-effacing wit and broad humor. Sloan Wainwright, Loudon’s sister, is known for a musical style blending pop, folk, jazz and blues. Lucy Wainwright Roche, Loudon’s daughter, opens the show with her own bittersweet songwriting style, reminiscent of Joni Mitchell and Patty Griffith.
   New York City, NY; NYC
6:00 pm
Free

Concert | Simavi performs from his CD Memories of You


Simavi first fell in love with American music in his native Turkey, and now offers his own take on the songs of Sinatra, Bennett and others.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Other | Volleyball after Work


Join other adults for good-natured games of volleyball. Scorekeeper and balls provided. No experience necessary.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Other | Chelsea Mind Games


A live game show that alternates among the Vocabulary Tournament, Geography Bee, Math Bee, and Team Trivia. All games are open to all. Each event begins with live music, followed bythe competition. Tonight, enjoy tunes played by DJ Joe and pick up a copy of this week's warm-up quiz. Prize for the best score on the quiz. Quiz questions are not linked to the game that follows -- they include trivia on any topic, puzzles, word games, etc. Then, a real, adult math bee. Questions are generally about SAT-level, but with funny twists and speed challenges. What's the square root of good time? Hosted by Jennifer Dziura and Andrew Singer (a.k.a Soce the Elemental Wizard). Cash prize for winner.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Other | Evening Yoga


End your day with relaxing Hatha yoga in a beautiful sunset setting. Suitable for all fitness levels. 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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Author Reading | Artie Lange reads from his book Too Fat to Fish


The comedian, actor and cast member of The Howard Stern Show offer his observations.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Author Reading | Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie reads from her book The Thing Around Your Neck


The Nigerian writer, author of Half a Yellow Sun, returns to read from her new collection of short stories, which turns a penetrating eye on the ties that bind men and women, parents and children, and Nigeria and the West.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Concert | Chuck Brown, funk/soul/R&B singer


Crowned the Godfather of Go-Go by fans and critics alike, bandleader, singer, and songwriter Brown and his backing ensemble the Soul Searchers bring blazing soul and funky R&B beats to make sure that nobody is sitting down. Brown led the vanguard in Washington DC's go-go scene mixing Latin rhythms, African call-and-response, chants, jazz, and old school soul with a relentless driving backbeat. Brown and the Soul Searchers catapulted to the top of the R&B charts in 1978 with the horn-heavy classic "Bustin' Loose."
   New York City, NY; NYC
7:00 pm
Free

Author Reading | Contributors read from Life As We Show It: Writing on Film


Editor Masha Tupitsyn joins contributors Lynne Tillman and Wayne Koestenbaum.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Concert | Jill Hennessy performs from her CD Ghost In My Head


Already an accomplished actress with credits such as Crossing Jordan and Law & Order, Hennessy takes you back to her roots growing up in Canada and where she first learned her love of music. Inspired by Buddy Holly, Tracy Chapman and U2's Joshua Tree, Hennessy gets help on the production of this album with Joshua Tree's sound engineer Patrick McCarthy.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Author Reading | Kate Christensen reads from her book Trouble


The latest novel from PEN/Faulkner award winner Christensen, follows Josie and Raquel, two college friends in the throes of midlife crises, who decide to flee their personal and professional calamities in Mexico City. Tacos and sangria served.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Author Reading | Lauren Lipton reads from her book Mating Rituals of the North American WASP


After arguing with her live-in boyfriend about his inability to commit, Peggy Adams flies to a friend's bachelorette party in Las Vegas and wakes up next to a man she can't remember.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Screening | Students' Thesis Projects


A screening of thesis projects by students in the MFA Photography, Video and Related Media Department.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Author Reading | Bestselling novelists Wally Lamb and Zoë Heller


Wally Lamb's novels She’s Come Undone and I Know This Much Is True, placed him atop The New York Times' bestseller list twice and were featured titles in Oprah’s Book Club. His third novel, The Hour I First Believed explores chaos theory by interfacing several generations of a fictional Connecticut family with nonfictional American events such as the Civil War, the Columbine High School shootings, the Iraq War, and Hurricane Katrina. Zoë Heller published her first extended effort with a darkly comic novel entitled Everything You Know in 2000. In 2003, Heller released her sophomore effort Notes on a Scandal, shortlisted for Britain's most prestigious literary award, the Man Booker Prize. She will read from her latest novel, The Believers.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
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Workshop | Non-fiction Writing Workshop


Fran McNulty, co-author of Powerplay, leads this hour-long workshop.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
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Theater | Academy Award Nominee Anne Hathaway in Shakespeare's Twelfth Night


This one of Shakespeare’s most beloved comedies. Hathaway (Brokeback Mountain) plays Viola, one of the canon’s most charming heroines. The story follows the romantic adventures of Viola and her identical twin Sebastian, both shipwrecked in the enchanted dukedom of Illyria. At the helm of this time-honored story of cross-dressing and mistaken identity, all in the name of love, is Tony Award-winning Director Daniel Sullivan. Also with Charles Borland, Michael Cumpsty, Clifton Duncan, Raúl Esparza, Herb Foster, Leslie Harrison, Slate Holmgren, Kevin Kelly, David Kenner, Hamish Linklater, Dorien Makhloghi, Audra McDonald, David Pittu, Ray Rizzo, Jay O. Sanders, Julie Sharbutt, Stark Sands, Baylen Thomas, Zach Villa, Jon Patrick Walker, and Julie White.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
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Screening | The NYC Food Film Festival: 6 shorts plus food samples


Six short films about food will be screened. Stephen Neary's Come Have An Omelette With Me (1 min.) An animated super-short that asks you to come have an omelette. Dan Boylan & Guy Taylor's Clam Pie (5 min.) After gorging on a classic New England delicacy, a curious woman finds herself launched into a radical encounter with heaven. Jack Pettibone Riccobono's The Sacred Food (6 min.) A short documentary about the Ojibwe Native Americans of Northern Michigan and the wild rice they consider a sacred gift from the Creator. John D. Reilly's Celeriac (2:20 min.) A nail-biting super-short thriller about a stalk of celery and a knife. Mark Irving's Eat Your Fill (13 min.) A man embarks on his annual mission to eat every menu item at the Wisconsin State Fair that is either deep-fried or on a stick. Ryszard Hunka's 24 Hours, 24 Million Meals: Feeding NYC (44 min.) A fascinating look behind the scenes at how New York City is fed. Features footage from Hunts Point Market and a truffle purchase by Daniel Boulud that looks like a drug deal. Moviegoers will be able to sample clam pie and deep-fried food on a stick.
   New York City, NY; NYC
8:30 pm
Free

Party | DR!P


Think Studio 54 meets Beige... with a pool. Legendary NYC promoter, Lee Chappell and Downtown Diva, Shequida present the new look of NYC Nightlife. DJ Scotty Rox and visuals by Wetcircuit. Bathing suits required in the pool.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:30 pm
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Concert | Christmas Concert

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Classical Music | Works by Mozart, Dvorak and More

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