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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on June 12, 2012?

46 free events take place on Tuesday, June 12 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 12 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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46 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Tuesday, June 12, 2012

All events are free unless otherwise noted.
        

Workshop | Park Tai Chi


Tai Chi and Eternal Spring are instructed by members of the Tai Chi Chuan Center 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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Workshop | Park Yoga


Expert instructors, provided by lululemon athletica, lead all levels of yogis. Mats are provided.
   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

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" Tour times: 11:15 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 1:15 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 3:15 p.m., and 4:00 p.m.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:15 am
Free

Birdwatching | Meet the Birds


Get an up-close visit with exotic birds from the Arcadia Bird Sanctuary and Education Center. Sanctuary Director Terri Jones and her sociable, people-friendly birds can be found near every Tuesday this summer, 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
Free

Jazz | Dixieland Jazz with the Gotham Jazzmen


The Gotham Jazzmen bring you all your old favorites and more.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Screening | UEFA Euro 2012 Soccer Tournament Broadcast


Every match of the UEFA Euro 2012 Tournament will be shown on a 30 x 16′ HD LED screen, from June 8 to July 1. This game: Czech Republic vs. Greece.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Book Signing | Adam Carolla signs copies of his book Not Taco Bell Material


In his second book, Adam Carolla, author of New York Times bestseller In Fifty Years We'll All Be Chicks and chart-topping podcaster, reveals all the stories behind how he came to be the angry middle-aged man he is today.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
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Book Discussion | Book Club: Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte


Led by Lynn Neary, NPR Arts Correspondent. Don't forget to sign up for a free copy of your book club selection while supply lasts - compliments of Oxford University Press.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
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Concert | Matthew Fass, Accordionist


Enjoy a taste of Paris in the park at lunchtime with musette style accordion music.
   New York City, NY; NYC
12:30 pm
Free

Concert | Piano Works by Chopin, Beethoven and Schubert


Program: SCHUBERT Impromptus Op. 142, No. 3-4 MUSTO Improvisation and Fugue ZAIMONT Wizards: Three Magic Masters BEETHOVEN Piano Sonata in A major, Op. 101 CHOPIN Scherzo No. 4 in E major With Julliard pianist Gi-Young Hwang.
   New York City, NY; NYC
12:30 pm
Free

Concert | Russ Kassoff, Veteran Jazz Pianist


Russ Kassoff is currently playing trio and solo jazz concerts, clubs, festivals, master classes and private parties. In 2010 he was the Conductor/Pianist on Broadway in Twyla Tharp's critically acclaimed Come Fly Away, featuring 15 magnificent dancers accompanied by a 19- piece big-band playing live to the voice of Frank Sinatra. Russ toured as pianist to Frank Sinatra by request from '80-'91- including the Ultimate Event tour with Sammy Davis Jr., Dean Martin and Liza Minnelli.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
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Park Walk | The Art of the Park Tour


Walk and learn about the intricate design of the Park's web of pastoral landscapes and formal romantic vistas.
   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

Workshop | Learn Fencing in the Park


Take a stab at the modern sport of fencing with masters from Manhattan Fencing Center. No prior experience needed and equipment is provided.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
Free

Workshop | Featured Library Database: Freegal Music


Hands on using wireless laptops. Learn how to download three free songs a week from Freegl Music, which provides access to the catalog of artists in Sony Music Entertainment. All you need are your library card barcode, your PIN number, and a flash drive to save your downloads in.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:15 pm
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Slide Lecture | Watchmakers, Hippies, and the World Economic Summit: Three Magic Mountains and the Birth of Today's World in Switzerland


Damion Searls, writer and translator, will explore the surprising cultural, artistic, and scientific renaissance in early-twentieth-century Switzerland. From Albert Einstein and Carl Jung to Rilke, Lenin, modern dance, and personality testing, Switzerland a century ago was a hotbed of innovative ideas that still shape our world today. This talk and extensive slideshow will focus on three of the “magic mountains” where these peaceful revolutions took place: La-Chaux-de-Fonds in the Jura, birthplace of the Swiss watch industry and, later, Swiss Art Nouveau, Swiss socialism, and the architect Le Corbusier; Monte Verità in Ascona, home to a countercultural community of nudist, vegetarian, free-love nature-worshipping dreamers; and Davos, Thomas Mann’s original “Magic Mountain” and currently the site of the annual World Economic Summit.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:15 pm
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Workshop | Blogging 101


Learn what a blog is, see examples of blogs, learn how to blog and to create your own, using Wordpress.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free

Workshop | Stay Well Exercise


Join a free Stay Well exercise session. Stay Well volunteers certified by the NYC's Department for the aging will lead participants in a well-balanced series of exercises for seniors of all ability levels. Please wear loose comfortable clothing. Exercise equipment will be provided. All participants are required to sign a personal medical waiver at the beginning of the class.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free

Screening | UEFA Euro 2012 Soccer Tournament Broadcast


Every match of the UEFA Euro 2012 Tournament will be shown on a 30 x 16′ HD LED screen, from June 8 to July 1. This game: Poland vs. Russia.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:45 pm
Free

Workshop | Learn Juggling in the Park


Test your coordination and dexterity with free juggling lessons in the park. All skill levels are welcome to join in the fun. Equipment is provided.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
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Concert | The Gregg August Quartet plays jazz to classical


Bassist Gregg August spans the jazz, Latin jazz, classical, and avant-garde scenes. A sought-after composer and arranger, celebrated for his versatility, breadth, and intelligence, Gregg has been an active member of the New York music scene for over ten years. Joining him will be Sam Newsome (soprano saxophone), Alex Brown (piano) and Rudy Royston (drums).
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
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Workshop | Tuesday Night Yoga


In this Basic-Level Vinyasa Flow class for adults and seniors of all ability levels, they break down the basics of individual movements and teach basic fundamentals. They are geared toward the beginner, but great for students with more experience looking to further develop basic postures. It is our intention to get you moving so that you can feel the effect of the yoga, but provide extra instruction at a slightly slower pace to help you build your yoga foundation. Please bring your own mat or towel for the first few classes.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
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Author Reading | Dan Bucatinsky discusses his book Does This Baby Make Me Look Straight?


In 2005, Dan Bucatinsky and his partner, Don Roos, found themselves in an L.A. delivery room, decked out in disposable scrubs from shower cap to booties, to welcome their adopted baby girl—launching their frantic yet memorable adventures into fatherhood.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Talk | Interest - The Key to Finance


Steve Poppel discusses interest and the way it works to help you avoid the pitfalls of debt and credit cards and make sense of investments, mortgages, and retirement.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Workshop | Meditation at the Library


Sahaja Meditation is a holistic approach to living in balance. The simple technique gives the experience of inner silence, calm and contentment. Sahaja Meditation is an inner yoga (connection), meaning no mental or physical effort is required. Whatever the issue facing us—frustration, anger, anxiety, bad habits, loneliness—Sahaja Meditation awakens a vibrant energy within each of us that empowers us to achieve our genuine self-expression and fulfillment.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Festival | The 34th Annual Museum Mile Festival


Now celebrating its 34th year, the annual Museum Mile Festival takes place rain or shine. Festival attendees can walk the Mile while visiting nine of New York City’s finest cultural institutions which are open free to the public throughout the evening. Several other participating museums will also offer outdoor art activities for children.
   New York City, NY; NYC
6:00 pm
Free

Book Signing | TV host Rachel Ray signs copies of her book The Book of Burger


In addition to signing books, Ray will sign a limited quantity of collectible cards for customers who have purchased NOOK Book versions of The Book of Burger.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Workshop | Fitness Meet-Up


Lolë and FITiST team up to offer fitness meet-ups, including: yoga, boot camp, core training & boxing.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Tour | Guided Tour of the High Line


Join a docent for a fun and informative walk along the High Line. Learn about the history, design, art, and horticulture of this unique park. Please arrive at least 15 minutes early to guarantee your spot.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Slide Lecture | Hardy Green discusses his book The Company Town: The Industrial Edens and Satanic Mills That Shaped the American Economy


In this visual presentation, the author explains how the American economy has grown and changed, and how the urban centers have reflected the best and worst of American capitalism.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Jazz | New School Jazz Students


Every Tuesday night the stars shine bright in the Park! Enjoy jazz music as students from the New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music perform on one of the Park’s most beautiful piers.
   New York City, NY; NYC
6:30 pm
Free

Workshop | Stargazing in the City


Every Tuesday at dusk, gaze at the stars, planets, and moon using high-powered telescopes, and chat with members of the Amateur Astronomers Association of New York about the sites you see.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Talk | Storm King Art Center Curator Talk


Join Nora Lawrence, Associate Curator of the Storm King Art Center, for an informal al fresco talk on Mark di Suvero's remarkable career and his singular relationship with New York City waterfronts. Participants are welcome to join Ms. Lawrence at the Wine Bar following talk for a Q and A.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Other | Summer Cult Movie Trivia Festival


You've seen them 100 times. You know them by heart. You've joined the cult. Now prove you're their leader. Attend a Tuesday Trivia night at the Porch to test your cult movie knowledge with quiz masters. The competition is open to all, but please RSVP to ensure your spot.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Other | Book Launch: PARALLAX, Time, Media, and Significance


ELEANOR HEARTNEY will discuss the essay she wrote for PARALLAX, Time, Media, and Significance, a 140 page full-color Chris Twomey monograph and memoir. The book release follows two mid-career retrospective exhibitions of Twomey's work at Ramapo Galleries (2011) and at Westbeth Gallery (2010) and is being presented to compliment Twomey's solo show that opens June 6 at MuseCPMI.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Author Reading | Christopher Hayes reads from his book Twilight of the Elites: America After Meritocracy


Journalist and broadcaster Chris Hayes, who hosts MSNBC's Up with Chris Hayes and is editor at large at The Nation, talks about a sweeping new book about the deep crisis of our core institutions.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Workshop | Introduction To Meditation


With Miles Neale.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
$10 suggested donation

Poetry Reading | Poetry: Carole Stone / Kevin Carey / Paola Corso


Features the poets of Cavan Kerry Press.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Screening | Short Film Fest 2012


A two-day showcase of distinctive new voices on the international film scene, featuring 16 original short films written and directed by students graduating from the MPS Live Action Short Film Department. Reception at 6pm, screenings at 7pm.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Screening | Documentary: Stefano Savona's Tahrir (2011)


In one of the most powerful documentaries to emerge from the Arab Spring, archaeologist Stefano Savona carries viewers beyond the headlines and into the heart of the popular Egyptian revolution that overthrew President Mubarek and touched off revolutions throughout the Middle East: Tahrir Square. Captured with only a small digital camera and sound recorder, his portrait of the seething, chanting crowds and electric protest speeches is anchored by fluid exchanges with a handful of individual protesters. A highlight of the New York, Locarno, and Venice film festivals, Tahrir documents history in the making. 93 min. In Arabic with English subtitles.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
$10 suggested admission

Concert | I sing the body electric: Walt Whitman and The Beat Generation Poets in Chamber Music and Song


Program: Alexa Babakhanian: Beat by Beat (DiPrima) William George: Vigil strange I kept on the field one night (Whitman) William George: Pull my daisy (Kerouac/Ginsberg/Cassady) Steve Ebel: Cadillac Rain (Ferlinghetti) Anthony Ocaña: Dog (Ferlinghetti) Ben Schumann: Calamus Poems (Whitman) David Sisco: TBA The new works will be accompanied by songs and vocal chamber works by New York composers Marc Blitzstein, Leonard Bernstein, David Del Tredici, Tom Cipullo, Jerome Kitzke, Charles Naginski, John Musto and more. An evening of newly created vocal chamber ensemble works and songs inspired by the texts of Walt Whitman and his long acknowledged poetic progeny, the American Beat Generation of the 1950's and 60's. On June 12th the intrepid New Music New York musicians will unveil seven world premieres.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
$20 suggested donation

Workshop | Sunset Gita


Instructor: Joshua M. Greene. Here's an ideal course for enriching your yoga in the company of inspired teachers and students. Each session includes readings, analysis, audiovisuals, verse recitations and practical insights in India's essential wisdom text. Attendees will discover the message of the Gita, master basic vocabulary and concepts, and acquire skills for teaching and practicing Gita philosophy.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
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Concert | The New York Pops with Ozomatli


The New York Pops is the largest independent pops orchestra in the United States, and the only professional symphonic orchestra in New York City specializing in popular music. Led by Music Director Steven Reineke, The New York Pops was founded by Skitch Henderson in 1983 with a mission to create greater public awareness and appreciation of America’s rich musical heritage. The New York Pops’ extensive education programs allow thousands of public schoolchildren to participate in concert and music-making experiences throughout the five boroughs of New York City. Ozomatli celebrates the multitude of cultures in Los Angeles with their music – a notorious urban-Latino-and-beyond collision of hip-hop and salsa, dancehall and cumbia, samba and funk, merengue and comparsa, East LA R&B, Jamaican ragga and Indian raga. For 15 years, they have entertained audiences around the world with their unique sound of horns, percussions, strings and vocals while promoting a positive message of peace.
   New York City, NY; NYC
8:00 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 weekly gathering hosted by Penny Pollak.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:00 pm
$3

Jazz | 5/5/5 After Hours Set


A great way to hear some of the most talented young lions of jazz while enjoying spectacular views of Manhattan.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 pm
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