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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on June 18, 2013?

45 free events take place on Tuesday, June 18 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 18 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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45 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Tuesday, June 18, 2013

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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 | Spring Into Yoga


Teachers trained in different styles will be giving classes throughout the afternoon, with the scenic park lake in the background. Please bring your own mat, as there will be none provided.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:30 am
$10 suggested donation...

City Walk | All-in-One Downtown Tour


This tour utilizes your feet and the New York City Subway* to transport you from Lower Manhattan, the birthplace of New York, through Wall St and the Financial District, Greenwich Village, SoHo, Chinatown and Midtown Manhattan. There will be ample opportunities for memorable pictures. You'll get the chance to savor NY's best pizza and cannoli and other treats, learn how to play NY handball, maybe bargain with a shopkeeper in Chinatown, observe a game of street chess in Greenwich Village, people watch and window shop in SoHo, and kick back on the Highline Park. Along the way, you'll master the subway and learn about New York's Finest!
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
Free

Workshop | Catch & Release Fishing


Grab a pole and relax on the Harlem Meer while you wait for a bite from one of the many species of fish that live in its diverse aquatic ecosystem! Poles available to borrow; must release fish after catching them. Free for families and individuals; groups larger than 5 must reserve at least 2 weeks in advance. Adult with photo I.D. must accompany all children.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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City Walk | Midtown Manhattan Tour


Arguably the world's most valuable, busiest and most crowded pieces of real estate, Midtown Manhattan is what most visitors think of when they think of New York City. Home to some of the city's most iconic architecture, from Gothic to Post-Modern and from Beaux-Arts to Art Deco (lots of Art Deco). it's not difficult to understand why. But just behind the massive facades, lie facinating histories just waiting to be unveiled.
   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

Workshop | Park Pétanque


Learn to play pétanque, the popular European game anchored in precision, patience, and camaraderie from members of La Boule New Yorkaise, NYC’s championship-winning club.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Tour | Federal Reserve Bank Tour


Learn about central banking functions that Federal Reserve System performs and see Bank's vault of international monetary gold on bedrock of Manhattan Island, five stories below street level. Learn why Federal Reserve has "Federal" in its name, while it's a private bank, not Federal at all. Congressman Ron Paul considers the Federal Reserve "both corrupt and unconstitutional" Tour times: 11:15 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 12:45 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2:15 p.m., and 3:00 p.m.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:15 am
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Birdwatching | Meet the Birds


Come face to face with an Eclectus Parrot, gaze at a Macaw, or hold a Conure. Exotic birds from the Arcadia Bird Sanctuary and Educational Center visit every Tuesday* this summer, weather permitting. Stop by to watch, ask questions, interact with the birds, or just take pictures. Sanctuary Director, Terri Jones, will be happy to introduce you to one of her sociable, people-friendly birds.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:30 am
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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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Jazz | Luiz Simas, Brazilian/American Jazz Pianist


Brazilian/American pianist Luiz Simas is a versatile performer who feels totally at ease with both the music of his native Brazil and the American genres of jazz, ragtime and stride. Keyboard Magazine has described his playing as "sassy, clear and vibrant", and his music as "fresh, smart and witty". His latest CD, Mata Atlantica (Atlantic Forest) Piano Suite, was released by Lydjul Music in 2011.
   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

Concert | Pioneer Drive Baptist Church High School Choir


A concert performed by Pioneer Drive Baptist Church High School Choir visiting from Abilene, Texas. Director: Danny Barefield.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Concert | So Percussion performs Where (we) Live


Masters at crafting captivating soundscapes, this Brooklyn-based quartet explores and experiments in collaborative art-making during their residency. Directed by three-time Obie Award winner Ain Gordon, Where (we) Live invites artistic colleagues working in various mediums to participate as both co-collaborators and muses in the creative process and performance. Where (we) Live features Grey Mcmurray’s (itsnotyouitsme, Knights on Earth) poignant and personal songs; Martin Schmidt’s imaginative videos; and Emily Johnson’s secret instructions to the performers onstage. Each rehearsal also features a special guest artist. The performance will showcase unexpected composed pieces, visual associations, and theatrical interactions. 1-4pm: Open Rehearsal 5-6pm Work-in-Process showing
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Workshop | Knitting in the Park


Beginner classes presented by Knitty City. Yarn and needles are provided.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:30 pm
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City Walk | Harlem Tour


Although world famous, Harlem may be New York's best kept secret with some of the city's best architecture, 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.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Film | Documentary: Les Blank's Chulas Fronteras (1976)


A complex, insightful look at the Chicano experience as mirrored in the lives and music of the most acclaimed Norteño musicians of the Texas-Mexican border, including Flaco Jimenez and Lydia Mendoza. 58 min. Screening with: Del Mero Corazón (1979) Directed by Les Blank. 28 min.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:30 pm
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Concert | The Dana Leong Trio, an Exciting Blend of Jazz, Classical, and Pop


Bringing together an exciting blend of jazz, classical, and pop, the Dana Leong Trio – featuring Dana on cello and trombone, bassist Lex Sadler, and DJ Icewater on turntables – is the latest incarnation of Leong’s ever-expansive compositions. As a composer and arranger, Dana wrote and premiered Bound(less), a work for the lauded pioneers of vertical dance, BANDALOOP, and an evening-length work, Life After Dark, at the Apollo Theater.
   New York City, NY; NYC
5:30 pm
Free

Concert | The English Beat, a Pop-Ska-Punk Hybrid


One tempestuous weekend in March 1979 was not only the date of the Three Mile Island nuclear incident, but also, in Birmingham, England, the very first show by a nascent band known as The Beat. Introduced as “the hottest thing since the Pennsylvania meltdown”, the band, known here as The English Beat, had a sense that the next few years could well be explosive.
   New York City, NY; NYC
5:30 pm
Free

Opening Reception | 2 Exhibitions: Ken Price / Terry Smith


Ken Price: Slow and Steady Wins the Race, Works on Paper 1962–2010 is the first comprehensive survey of drawings by the sculptor Ken Price (1935–2012). A Los Angeles and Taos–based sculptor, Price sustained a quiet storm of intense creativity with drawing that until recently remained under the art world’s radar. Terry Smith: Document is a gallery exhibition of photographs, drawings, film, and notebook from Smith's IDEAS CITY 2013 Site specific commission.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Poetry Reading | An Evening with Poet Robert Polito


Poet, essayist, and biographer Robert Polito reads his poems dealing with the history of film and presents film clips from some of his favorite movies from film noir to foreign-language gems.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Tour | Brooklyn Heights at Sunset Tour


Known as America's first suburb, Brooklyn Heights is truly a gem. Travel and Leisure named it one of America's top 10 most beautiful neighborhoods, and its beauty is rivaled only by its place in American history. These quaint, tree-lined streets have been the sites of Revolutionary War battles, abolitionist activism and have inspired numerous novelists. Visit a stop on the Underground Railroad, or the home of Truman Capote, where he penned Breakfast at Tiffany's and where Jackie Robinson signed with the Dodgers.
   New York City, NY; NYC
6:00 pm
Free

Author Reading | Ed Hardy reads from his book Wear Your Dreams: My Life in Tattoos


Iconic tattoo artist Ed Hardy discusses his memoir. Priority seating w/wristband. Call store for details.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Talk | Financial Planning Before and During a Divorce


The emotional and legal stresses of divorce can, oftentimes, result in the neglect of addressing the financial issues. Learn top 10 questions to ask your attorney or mediator. The discussion inludes crucial topics of marital property, spousal maintenance, and child support, insurance, Social Security, and retirement plans. Lauren Prince discusses theses issues to help you avoid mistakes and get a fair and equitable divorce.
   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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Opening Reception | Respect Yourself: Chess & Stax Records


The opening reception for Motown to Def Jam: Respect Yourself, focusing on art inspired by the Chess and Stax catalogs from Chuck Berry to the Staple Singers. DJ Myke Walker will spin tunes from Chess and Stax records.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Park Walk | High Line Guided Walking Tour


Hear the story behind New York City’s park in the sky. Tuesday Tours are free hour-long walking tours led by High Line Docents, knowledgeable volunteer guides who offer you an insider’s perspective on the park’s history, design, and landscape. Space is limited. Please arrive at least 15 minutes early to guarantee a spot. Subject to cancellation due to weather.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Slide Lecture | Martha Rosenberg discusses her book Born with a Junk Food Deficiency: How Flaks, Quacks, and Hacks Pimp the Public Health


This illustrated lecture, drawing on interviews with doctors, researchers and other experts, exposes the dangers lurking behind the scenes at large food companies.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Workshop | Pilates - Mat Class


This total body workout develops superior core muscle power and tone, all with a beautiful view of the Hudson. 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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Concert | Stars of Tomorrow: Jazz & Classical


Students from the New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music and Mannes College The New School for Music play classical and jazz.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Dance Performance | Third Rail Projects' Roadside Attraction


Created by Bessie Award-winning Third Rail Projects (Jennine Willett, Tom Pearson, Zach Morris, Artistic Directors), Roadside Attraction is a versatile new work housed in and around a vintage pop-up camper that has been retrofitted to become the stage and setting for a new dance-theater performance which incorporates the intimate, quirky, stunning and startling choreographic sensibility that is the hallmark of Third Rail’s critically acclaimed work.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Workshop | Yogamaya Yoga


Join YOGAMAYA in the grass for a free sampling of their signature vinyasa flow class. Mats are provided free for the use of patrons participating in the classes.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Talk | An Evening of Modern Art


The Museum of Modern Art educator Diana Bush will give a lecture focusing on highlights from the museum’s collection by famous painters such as Diego Rivera, Vincent Van Gogh, Henri Matisse, Pablo Picasso, and Jacob Lawrence.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Author Reading | David Margolick reads from his book Dreadful: The Short Life and Gay Times of John Horne Burns


David Margolick discusses his poignant biography of a largely forgotten first-rate writer done in by liquor and the pressures of a homophobic society.
   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

Performance | Renowned performance artist Laurie Anderson presents The Language of the Future


One of America’s most renowned — and daring — creative pioneers, Laurie Anderson joins guest writers and musicians on stage for two singular events. Often known for her multimedia presentations and innovative use of technology, Anderson acts as a curator, presenting a series of projects that demonstrate her interest and investment in fellow writers, directors, theatre, and visual artists working in and around New York City. ,/br> In addition to the guest artist line-up, she’ll be participating in two evening events; one that is focused on music and the other stories. Her hope is to bring the spirit of improvisation into these two evenings and try to work very much in the present time.
   New York City, NY; NYC
7:00 pm
Free

Author Reading | Sally Koslow reads from her book The Widow Waltz


Author Sally Koslow reads from her new novel whose protagonist struggles to find a new life and identity for herself after her beloved and seemingly wealthy husband dies and leaves her penniless.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Talk | Swedish composer Catherine Christer Hennix discusses her work


Catherine Christer Hennix (C.C. Hennix) (born 1948) is a Swedish-American composer, philosopher, scientist and visual artist associated with drone minimal music. Hennix was affiliated with MIT's AI Lab in the late 1970s and was later employed as research professor of mathematics at SUNY New Paltz. She currently lives in Berlin.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Concert | The Airborne Toxic Event, Indie Rockers


The Airborne Toxic Event has gained a lot of attention for their lyrical arrangements, as well as their unique sound that can be described as a blend of Indie Rock music infused with a twist of classic orchestral arrangements. The five part band that formed in 2006 consists of Mikel Jollett, Steven Chen, Noah Harmon, Daren Taylor, and Anna Bulbrook, all of whose individual talents come together to create an impressive energy in their music and on stage.
   New York City, NY; NYC
7:00 pm
Free

Workshop | “Smash” Women's Defense Class


A weekly "smash class" is a service to the neighborhood. Learn proper punching and kicking and how to face and take down attackers. All women are welcome.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Concert | Roots Music: Gotham Roots Orchestra / Michael Gomez / Dog Adrift


INTAR THEATER PRESENTS: ROOTS MUSIC PREVIEW @ INTAR Guitar-centric performances by three of NYC’s grooviest roots, Americana, and alt-surf bands and musicians. It will be a night of virtuosic guitar work, down home sounds, and interstellar surfing. 9:00PM THE GOTHAM ROOTS ORCHESTRA 8:10PM MICHAEL GOMEZ & GUESTS 7:30PM DOG ADRIFT The bilingual Americana/blues GOTHAM ROOTS ORCHESTRA, New York City music veteranos, use American roots musics, bad-ass guitars, and ready-to-stomp beats as a reference point for their chingón sound. Michael Gomez (Natalie Merchant, Wormwood, Bootleg Remedy, Hazmat Modine, Greta Gertler & The Extroverts) leads his band from hot jazz and swing to delta blues and early country - mixing the fingerpicking style of a Blind Lemon Jefferson with jazz inflected lines inspired by Charlie Christian, Sun Ra covers and original compositions. Soulful performances of original and traditional roots music. Dog Adrift is a music group led by guitarist Michael Quoma and featuring members of New York's rock, jazz, and contemporary music scene. "Part Thrill Jockey, part surf-rocky," the group plays compositions that wind their way through tempos and timbres, while Telecaster and Nord-driven melodies give way to free improvisations and pedalboard interference.
   New York City, NY; NYC
7:30 pm
$10 suggested donation

Concert | Voice and Piano Works by Schoenberg, Berg, Mahler, and Webern


Program: Schoenberg: Zwei Lieder, op. 14 Webern: Funf Lieder op. 4, nach Gedichten von St. George Schoenberg: Selections from Das Buch der Hangenden Garten, op. 15 Mahler: Lieder eines fahrenden Gesellen Berg: Vier lieder, op. 2; 3 Lieder aus "Der gluhende," Mombert Schoenberg: Drei ausgewahlte, "Brettl - Lieder" A recital of classical Viennese music by German mezzo-soprano Amira Elmadfa accompanied by British pianist Paul Plummer. In a nostalgic evening the duo will perform songs from Fin de siècle Vienna, including works by Schoenberg, Webern, Mahler, and Berg.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
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Concert | The North/South Chamber Orchestra


The North/South Chamber Orchestra under the direction of Max Lifchitz concludes its 33rd season with a special program featuring five premieres by composers hailing from Costa Rica, Latvia, México, Uruguay and the US. Soloists will include Lisa Hansen, flute; Edmundo Ramírez, viola; Ann Ellsworth; horn; William Schimmel, accordion.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
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Film | Documentary: Sarah Burns, Ken Burns & Dave McMahon's The Central Park Five (2012)


Set against a backdrop of a decaying city beset by violence and racial tension, The Central Park Five tells the story of how five lives were upended by the rush to judgment by police, a sensationalist media and a devastating miscarriage of justice. 119 min.
   New York City, NY; NYC
8:30 pm
Free

Performance | 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
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