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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on June 24, 2013?

28 free events take place on Monday, June 24 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 24 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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28 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Monday, June 24, 2013

All events are free unless otherwise noted.
        

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...

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
Free

Tour | Lower Manhattan Tour


It is here, as much as anywhere, where American history started. It's where the first US Congress assembled and produced the Bill of Rights and where President George Washington took his first oath of office. It's here where the world's most important stock exchange and one of the most famous bridges stand. And it is here where an unspeakable tragedy took place and where a rebirth is underway.
   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
Free

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
Free

Workshop | Beginner Italian Language Class


Instruction by inlingua. Learn a new language or brush up on your skills in these standalone classes.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:45 am
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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. Lessons are weather permitting. You'll be surprised that Alex and Jordan can often be found outside tossing pins in the snow!
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
Free

Jazz | Joel Forrester, Contemporary, Boogie-Woogie, Trance and Stride Pianist


Joel Forrester is a contemporary two-handed piano player, essaying the stride, boogie-woogie, and trance styles. He wrote the theme to NPR's Fresh Air, studied composition with Thelonious Monk, co-founded the Microscopic Septet, and did music for the early films of Andy Warhol. On the first Sunday evening of each month, Joel plays for silent movies (of his own choosing) at the Gershwin Hotel.
   New York City, NY; NYC
12:30 pm
Free

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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2:00 pm
$6

City Walk | Greenwich Village Tour


Greenwich Village is among Manhattan's most desirable and expensive residential neighborhoods. It's history, however, betrays it's monied status. The Village, with it's quiet, shaded streets, lined with lovely brick and brownstone townhouses, was once the incubating ground of artistic, social and political movements that have helped shape US history. From the Beats to the Folk Movement, from workers rights to gay rights, the Village has often been the center of it all.
   New York City, NY; NYC
2:00 pm
Free

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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Screening | Masterpiece Theatre at the Library: Downton Abbey


Part three: Establishing a chain of command -- The invasion -- At the Red Lion Pub -- The hero of the Somme -- Saying goodbye / director, Andy Goddard (53 min.). Part four: Choosing sides -- Looking for Bates -- Homecoming -- Patience -- At the amateur concert / director, Brian Kelly (53 min.)
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Workshop | Wii Fit for Adults


Calling all Adults who want to lose or maintain current weight: Join Wii Fit for Adults and benefit from burning calories, socializing, maintaining current weight and/or tracking your BMI. Use the various workouts including yoga, strength training, boxing, stepping, hula hooping, running, and regaining balance through using the balance exercises. The Wii tracks your weight and BMI as well as your progress and allows you to compete with others. It is a fun way to keep a record of your progress while exercising.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Gallery Talk | Infinity of Nations Guided Tour


A Museum Ambassador gives a 45-minute free guided tour through the permanent exhibition.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
Free

Workshop | Mah Jongg Clinic


Learn the American version of this social, strategy game hailing from China twice a month with free clinics in the park.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
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Film | Robert Altman's Fool for Love (1985): One Woman, Two Men


With Sam Shepard, Kim Basinger, Harry Dean Stanton. May is waiting for her boyfriend in a run-down American motel, when an old flame turns up and threatens to undermine her efforts and drag her back into the life that she was running away from. Written by Sam Shepard. 106 minutes
   New York City, NY; NYC
6:00 pm
Free

City Walk | The High Line Sunset Tour


The area around the High Line Park was a vital business district of New York City, supplying fresh fruits, French Cheeses and Russian caviar as well as fresh meats to City markets. The hustle and bustle of the streets induced the City to elevate the railroad trains delivering goods to the commercial buildings. When interstate truck traffic made the railway outdated, it fell into ruin, only to be regenerated as a park. Reservations Required RESERVE NOW
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Author Reading | Alfred Pommer & Eleanor Winter discuss their book Exploring New York's Soho


Local authors reveal stories of an ever-changing SoHo, one of New York’s trendiest neighborhoods. This lecture will explore innovative restaurants and fashion-forward shops that line Broome and Spring Streets, where artists reside above in modern lofts.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Author Reading | Anchee Min reads from her book The Cooked Seed


Anchee Min's latest work revisits her own immigration experience in a memoir of her struggle toward selfhood.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Staged Reading | Bloodworks 2013 Play Reading


Youngblood's annual reading series features 23 new full-length plays from the members. Tonight's playwrights: 7pm - Jen Silverman 9pm - Darcy Fowler
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Jazz | CANCELLED***Blue Note Jazz Festival with 6-Time Grammy Nominee Yasiin Bey (fka Mos Def)***CANCELLED


***THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED*** One of the most versatile artists of his time, Yasiin Bey (fka Mos Def) has become an international sensation in theater, film, television, and the music industry. Bey began his professional music career as Mos Def in 1994. Since that time, he has worked both as a solo artist and in collaboration with artists such as Talib Kweli, Kanye West, The Roots, The Black Keys, and many others. He has received six GRAMMY nominations, including Best Rap Album in 2010 for his newest release, The Ecstatic.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Reading | Mixed Bag: Story Time for Grown-Ups


Love a good story? Sit back and relax as they read you a story or two.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Workshop | Outdoor Strength Training


Brooklyn Strength leads challenging and fun outdoor fitness classes that focus on strength training and aerobic intervals in and around the Park. Meet at Pier 6, but make sure to arrive on time because the class is mobile! All fitness classes are one hour long. Registration opens 30 minutes prior to class.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Author Reading | Rebecca Lee reads from her book Bobcat and Other Stories


Author Rebecca Lee, winner of the National Magazine Award for Fiction, discusses her art with short story editors Michael Curtis and Kathy Pories.
   New York City, NY; NYC
7:00 pm
Free

Screening | Documentary: Christine Turner's Homegoings (2013)


Harlem's own Isaiah Owens, proprietor of the Owens Funeral Home, and his family are the focus of this thoughtful cinematic portrait by New York filmmaker Turner. 58 min. Preceded by: Storycorps: A Selection of Short Films, The Rauch Brothers, 2010-2013, approximately 10 mins.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
$10 suggested admission

Film | Don Siegel's Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1956): Beware the Pod People


Stars Kevin McCarthy, Dana Wynter, Larry Gates. A small-town doctor learns that the population of his community is being replaced by emotionless alien duplicates. 80 Min. The lawn opens at 5:00pm for blankets and picnicking. Film begins at sunset (between 8pm and 9pm).
   New York City, NY; NYC
8:00 pm
Free

Performance | Drunken Shakespeare, the Debut New York Chapter of a Bawdy Tradition


Falstaff wants YOU! Think of it not as a performance but as an opportunity to see how much of your favorite monologues you can remember when you have had a “pot of ale.” Or two. They invite you to come out and join the fun as they bring Shakespeare karaoke to NYC. Sit back and enjoy the speeches, do a monologue yourself, or chime in when people forget their lines. It’s all about having a good time. No pressure to perform, but all are welcome to participate! They'll have a Complete Works on hand if you go up or want to read something new.
   New York City, NY; NYC
8:00 pm
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Theater | Family Theater Showcase

Regular Price: $49.50
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Dance Performance | High-Energy Dance by Acclaimed Choreographer

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