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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on June 20, 2009?

55 free events take place on Saturday, June 20 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 20 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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55 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Saturday, June 20, 2009

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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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9:30 am
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Workshop | Kayaking on the Hudson


Join 20-minute instructional paddles, and explore the Hudson River first hand. Please wear a bathing suit or shorts and a t-shirt, and know how to swim.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Hike | Orchard Beach/City Island Hike


An easy-moderate walk through Pelham Bay Park in the Bronx, along the Suzanne Reid Trail, on the boardwalk at Orchard Beach, and to City Island. Some wooded trails. See the sights in the maritime village of City Island. Bring water and snack or have brunch at coffee shop. Stop for an early dinner at waterfront restaurant on City Island.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
$3

City Walk | Retractile Bridges of NYC Tour


Dutch Kills to Gowanus Canal. Around 12-14 flat miles mostly on city streets (residential and industrial). Lots of drop-off points. Two of four extant retractile bridges in the US are in NYC. Visit both and stuff in between including the Newtown Creek Nature Walk and sites in Greenpoint, Willamsburg, etc. Bring lunch and water. Awful weather cancels.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
$3

City Walk | Statues & Outdoor Monuments of Brooklyn Walk


See statues and outdoor monuments of Williamsburg, Brooklyn Heights, and Prospect Park. Moderate pace, 4-5 hours. Walk into Brooklyn. Bring lunch, water, binoculars or a camera with optical zoom lens. Heavy rain cancels.
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10:00 am
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Other | Volunteer Gardening


Help beautify the Park and get great outdoor exercise.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Lesson | Drawing in the Park


Sketch and paint the Hudson River and neighboring parks with a professional artist/educator. Materials provided or bring your own.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:30 am
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Other | Fishing in the Hudson River


Catch-and-release fishing gives anyone and everyone the chance to fish. It’s an appropriate and fun activity for those as young as five. All of the necessary supplies including rods, reels and bait, as well as complete instructions, are provided. Fishing poles are provided on a first come, first served basis, with a half-hour limit when others are waiting.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Other | Fishing in the Hudson River


Catch-and-release fishing gives anyone and everyone the chance to fish. It’s an appropriate and fun activity for those as young as five. All of the necessary supplies including rods, reels and bait, as well as complete instructions, are provided. Fishing poles are provided on a first come, first served basis, with a half-hour limit when others are waiting.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:30 am
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Park Walk | Poetry Walk and Reading


Easy walk in the Brooklyn Botanical Garden. Bring poetry to read. Eat in the cafeteria. Rain cancels.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:30 am
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Festival | Army Heritage Day


Discover over 150 years of Army history. The 319th US Army Band, Revolutionary and Civil War living historians and members of today's military will provide re-enactments, children's programming, musical demonstrations, and lectures which pay tribute to army life.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 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

Other | Fishing in the Hudson


Discover the joys of fishing as you connect to the life living within the Hudson River. Equipment provided, but bring your own enthusiasm, some luck, and maybe a friend. Recommended for ages 10+.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Tour | Garden Tour


This tour highlights the history, design and unique plantings of the 70-year-old Garden. Led by Garden Staff.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Other | NBA Nation


NBA Nation and its ambassador Darryl Dawkins, an NBA legend, come to New York, bringing fans together at the NBA’s largest mobile basketball playground. Start by climbing atop the 18-wheel, 53’ showtruck where fans can catch the action on the courts below, enjoy snacks and cold beverages, or relax on the deck and listen as NBA Nation’s own deejay, The Big Show DJ Dallas Green, spins the hottest new music. Join fellow fans at the courts to show off your best skills in a variety of contests or participate in clinics with NBA players. Practice your best slam dunk on 8’, 9’ and 10’ rims and if you think you have what it takes, compete in the Slam Dunk Showdown for your chance to go to the NBA All-Star Game in 2010 in Dallas. Show off your shooting skills from six different spots on the court. And finally, come aboard the showtruck to watch the NBA’s 50 Greatest Plays on a 50” flat screen, play the latest NBA video games, or measure your height, arm span, hand & shoe size to life-size replicas of your favorite NBA Players.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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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
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Fair | Street Fair


   New York City, NY; NYC
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Fair | Street Fair


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Fair | Street Fair


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Fair | Street Fair


Celebrating the 40th anniversary of the Church of St. Matthew & St. Timothy.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Fair | Times Square Expo



   New York City, NY; NYC
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City Walk | West Side Promenade Walk


Approx. 5 level miles, moderate pace. Along the Hudson River to view some of the interesting sights. Bring lunch or purchase it. After lunch continue to Chelsea Market for a snack and to enjoy the stores. Rain cancels.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
$3

Tour | “A Road Once Traveled”


Holding the Park's northern highlands was key in the American Revolution and the War of 1812 because armies could see their enemies approach as they sailed down the East River. History buffs will love this tour of the Harlem Meer and its strategic environs.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Other | Seining the River


Find out what lives in the waters under the Manhattan Bridge. Join experts using a 30-foot seining net to catch fish and other remarkable East River creatures. Families and kids can take a good look at the fish before releasing them back to their homes and keep a tally of our catch. Field guides and identification keys provided. Previous catches have included flounder, striped bass, Atlantic tomcod, bay anchovy, green crabs, blue crabs, shrimp, comb jellies, silversides, and pipefish. Space is available for 30 kids, ages 4 through 12, plus their parents/guardians.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:30 am
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Fair | 33rd Annual American Crafts Festival


400 juried craft displays selected from every region of the United States. Continuous entertainment, craft demonstrations, exotic and natural foods. This event will take place rain or shine.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Dance Lesson | Capoeira in the Park


Capoeira is a lively martial art that originated in Brazil over 450 years ago. Self-defense techniques are concealed by graceful dance moves and spectacular acrobatics set to music. Taught by Professor Abará, classes are designed for all experience levels. Participants should wear comfortable clothing.
   New York City, NY; NYC
12:00 pm
Free

Tour | Wall Street and Downtown Tour


Weaves together history, events, architecture, and people of birthplace of NY, financial capital of the world, and hottest new neighborhood in the city. Stops include U.S. Custom House, Trinity Church, Wall Street, NY Stock Exchange, other architectural and cultural sites. Rain or shine.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Tour | Wall Street and Downtown Tour


Weaves together history, events, architecture, and people of birthplace of NY, financial capital of the world, and hottest new neighborhood in the city. Stops include U.S. Custom House, Trinity Church, Wall Street, NY Stock Exchange, other architectural and cultural sites. Rain or shine.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Lecture | “The Bowery: Past, Present & Future”


A presentation and discussion with David Mulkins on the history and culture of the Bowery and a cautionary consideration for the future. This interactive lecture explores the great history of the Bowery and possible future in the face of development.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
$6 minimum donation

Tour | “The Castle and its Kingdom”


Take a walk around the lands dominated by Belvedere Castle, situated high on Vista Rock. Visit the tiny 55-acre realm on an eclectic tour of history and nature. Tour is approximately one hour.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Reading | A Marathon of Non-traditional Writers


Reflecting the rich diversity of NYC, this marathon reading features writers with previously untapped talent, among them retired adults, recent immigrants, the formerly incarcerated, the homeless, and survivors of serious illness. Writers include Luz Aguirre, Leonardo Anzures, Alberto Bremermann, Mariel Escalante, Ricardo Hernandez, Raul Hurtado, Rosalino Ramos, Rosio Ramos, and Gabriel Rivera.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Dance Performance | American Ballroom Theater's Colors of the Rainbow Team Match


Talented dancers from NYC public schools compete for the grand prize as they Fox Trot, Merengue, Rumba, Swing and Tango their way to the gold.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 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.
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1:00 pm
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Jazz | Jazz/Blues Open House


Featuring performances, workshops and talks by: Craig Harris, jazz musician and composer; Keith “The Captain” Gamble, blues vocalist and guitarist; James Stovall, veteran Harlem actor and Broadway performer; Harlem’s Impact Repertory Theatre; Local Harlem Tap Dancers; All Star Harlem Jazz Trio; and more.
   New York City, NY; NYC
1:00 pm
Free

Concert | New York Opera Forum performs opera selections


New York Opera Forum presents selections from Cosi Fan Tutte, Elektra, Der Rosenkavalier, Faust, Les Contes d'Hoffmann, Hansel und Gretel, La Traviata, La Boheme, and Rigoletto. New York Opera Forum was founded by Richard Nechamkin in 1983 to give classically trained singers the opportunity to learn and perform standard operatic repertoire in the original languages.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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City Walk | Sunnyside Gardens/Strolling Queens Walk


3-5 miles, moderate pace, flat terrain. Tour the historic planned community Sunnyside Gardens and then move on to Long Island City or Astoria to an arts center as yet undetermined. Bring water, snacks. Possible option for early dinner. Rain cancels.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Poetry Reading | William Shakespeare's Tymon of Athens


Presented by the Instant Shakespeare Company.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Tour | “Amble Through the Ramble”


Over streams, under arches, through the woods along a maze of pathways in a 38-acre woodland respite. Tour will be approximately one hour.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Parade | 2009 Mermaid Parade


A completely original creation of Coney Island, the Mermaid Parade is the nation's largest art parade and one of New York City's greatest summer events. The Mermaid Parade pays homage to Coney Island's forgotten Mardi Gras which lasted from 1903 to 1954, and draws from a host of other sources resulting in a wonderful and wacky event that is unique to Coney Island. The parade is followed by the Mermaid Parade Ball, a post-parade gathering where costumed parade participants can get together with each other and parade spectators to listen to live music, purchase raffle tickets, and watch burlesque and sideshow acts performed by some of New York City's hottest burlesque stars.
   New York City, NY; NYC
2:00 pm
Free

Talk | A Practical Guide to Buying a Co-op, Condo or House


Carmen Lee Shue will present her highly innovative and successful lecture. This program is meant to educate and empower first-time buyers of real estate.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Screening | Fanny Bräuning's No More Smoke Signals (2008)


The "Voice of the Lakota Nation"–the independent, non-profit radio station–has been a unifying force for the Lakota people since it first began broadcasting in 1983 from a hill near Porcupine, South Dakota. This feature explores the grass-roots activism that generated the idea of tribally–controlled media and those who struggled to make it a reality–now an everyday miracle in the lives of the people in the widely scattered communities of the Pine Ridge, Cheyenne River, and Rosebud Indian Reservations. Introduced by Tiokasin Ghosthorse and director Bräuning will be in attendance.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Park Walk | Public Art Tour


Join contemporary art historian Dorothea Basile on an entertaining and educational “walking conversation” about six of sculptures. The works include Tony Cragg’s "Resonating Bodies," Louise Bourgeouis’ "Eyes," Jim Dine’s "Ape & Cat (At the Dance)," Mary Miss’ "South Cove," Richard Artschwager’s "Sitting/Stance" and R.M. Fischer’s "Rector Gate." Basile guarantees that, at the end of the art tour, participants will have a deeper understanding of these sculptures, gained in part by sharing with each other their perceptions of the work.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Tour | Union Square: Crossroads of New York


The tour explores the social and political history of the Union Square neighborhood through discussions of the people, history, architecture, and forces that have shaped this community. You’ll hear how Union Square got its name, see where the legendary Tiffany & Co. once stood, and learn how to read the clock (yes, it’s a clock!) on “The Metronome” sculpture and so much more!
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Dance Performance | An Afternoon of Dance from Hawaii and Other Polynesian Islands


Come and watch this lively wholesome entertainment for everyone in the family performed by Dance Aloha. In their authentic and colorful traditional costumes, the dancers will dance to the beautiful music of the Polynesian Islands. You will have a chance to learn and participate in one of the dances.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
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Reading | Staceyann Chin/Jennifer Johns/ArtBattles/Urban Word NYC, spoken word


Join urban green pioneer Majora Carter and friends in celebration of our planet with innovative and powerful spoken word artists, musicians, and visual artists. Staceyann Chin is a fulltime artist. A resident of New York City and a Jamaican national, she has been an “out poet and political activist” since 1998. From the rousing cheers of the Nuyorican Poets' Cafe to one-woman shows Off-Broadway to poetry workshops in Denmark and London to co-writer and performer in the Tony-nominated Russell Simmons Def Poetry Jam on Broadway, Chin credits the long list of "things she has done" to her grandmother's hard-working history and the pain of her mother's absence. Innovative, driven, compassionate, and powerful are all words that have been used to describe Oakland, California born singer/songwriter and spoken word artist Jennifer Johns. Now, with the release of her debut album Heavyelectromagneticsoularpoeticjunglehop, the listening public is getting the chance to build an opinion too. ArtBattles is a live, competitive art show for up-and-coming artists. It was created to provide a platform for young “unknowns” to be discovered and sell their work. Artbattles illustrates both the struggle and competitive nature of New York City’s art scene today and stands as a testimony to the strength of the creative spirit. Founded on the belief that teenagers can and must speak for themselves, Urban Word NYC has been at the forefront of the youth spoken word poetry and hip hop movements in New York City since 1999. Since then, Urban Word has served thousands of teens with free writing and performance opportunities, local and national poetry slams, as well as college fairs, open mics and festivals.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
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Performance | on the other side of the glass plate, she wore nothing, a performance by Seen Performance


When you're there, the show begins. The stage is scattered with wooden dowels and PVC fittings, but "performers" are absent. Three women in pretty dresses talk of clothing and whimsically burst into tiny ensemble dances. You build the set, playing to decipher the correct construction method, until two women take the stage. Over the next hour, they go round and round to the sound of David Morneau's live-mixed score, taking a transformative journey of self-discovery. Performance by Meredith Blouin, David Morneau, Jen Painter, Amiti Perry, Chelsea Retzloff, and Anna Wueller.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
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Dance Performance | American Ballroom Theater's Colors of the Rainbow Team Match


Talented dancers from NYC public schools compete for the grand prize as they Fox Trot, Merengue, Rumba, Swing and Tango their way to the gold.
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4:00 pm
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Concert | Frances/The Fabulous Entourage, pop/rock


Frances, a coed sextet, has released their debut full-length All the While, carrying on the great tradition of pop music that plays with itself, taking the fun parts and discarding the dumb ones, flirting with chaos but always returning to a gloriously catchy, melodic center. New York City rockers The Fabulous Entourage (pictured) serve up an irrepressible blend of throbbing dance beats, jagged guitars, driving synths, and lush Motown-inspired vocal arrangements - overflowing with the insatiable desire to party.
   New York City, NY; NYC
4:00 pm
Free

Screening | USA's The Great Squeeze: Surviving the Human Project (2008)


This film explores our current ecological and economic crisis stemming from our dependence on cheap and abundant energy. Although our actions for the past 150 years have lifted our civilization to new heights, it has come at a tremendous price. We are now at a point where humanity's demands for natural resources far exceed the earth's capacity to sustain us. The extraction and the consumption of these resources in the past two centuries have changed our climate and ecosystems so significantly, that a new geological era had to be created. Selected at several film festivals around the world, The Great Squeeze features outstanding experts in many fields, such as economist Lester Brown founder of The Earth Policy Institute and the Worldwatch Institute, Richard Heinberg world renowned Peak Oil expert, Edward O. Wilson legendary biologist, Alexandra Cousteau leading advocate for marine ecosystems, author Howard Kunstler, paleoclimatologist Jim White and many more.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
$5 suggested donation

Theater | William Shakespeare's The Tempest


The magician Prospero, rightful Duke of Milan, and his daughter, Miranda, have been stranded for twelve years on an island after Prospero’s jealous brother Antonio deposed him and set him adrift at sea. Possessed of magic powers due to his great learning, Prospero, having divined that his brother, Antonio, is on a ship passing close by the island, has raised a tempest which causes the ship to run aground.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Staged Reading | Gone (w.t.), a post-Katrina Antigone


Katori Hall's new play is a retelling of the Greek tragedy Antigone set in post-Katrina New Orleans. When Antoinette is unable to bury her brother's body, rotting in a condemned house in the Ninth Ward, she challenges the reigning city mayor--who happens to be her uncle. There will be post-show "talkback" with the artists.
   New York City, NY; NYC
7:00 pm
Free

Concert | Gotham Winds String Octet


A concert by the string players of the Gotham Winds Symphony.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Theater | William Shakespeare's King Lear


An outdoor presentation of one of the Bard's greatest plays.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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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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Dance Performance | Tamar/Oreet/Amantha, bellydancing


Tamar hosts a night of Raqs Sharqi, or bellydancing. Bringing new steps and innovative moves, Tamar will perform with dancers Oreet and Amantha, who bring with them their own rich repertoire of movement. Their mesmeric gyrations and sensual swivels keep time with the North African and Middle Eastern melodies that accompanies her, performed by Afro-beat group Sounds of Taraab.
   New York City, NY; NYC
9:00 pm
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