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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on March 21, 2010?

35 free events take place on Sunday, March 21 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 March 21 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 March . 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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35 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Sunday, March 21, 2010

All events are free unless otherwise noted.
        

Video | Creative Time's 44 1/2: Video Art on an Outdoor Screen


At 44 1/2, Creative Time’s presentation of video art on MTV’s outdoor, gilded screen, will showcase the work of groundbreaking performance artist Marina Abramovic. Opening concurrently with her retrospective at The Museum of Modern Art, Creative Time’s presentation includes Light/Dark (1977), Rest Energy (1980) and Dissolution (1997). Ambramovic has influenced other artists for more than three decades. One of the videos will play at the top of the hour, every hour.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 am
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Hike | Rockland Lake-to-Nyack Beach State Park Hike


8 miles mostly flat with the exception of one hill. Lovely mountain and river views. Walk around the breathtaking Rockland Lake and then on up to Nyack Beach State Park and along the Hudson River. This is a delightful hike. This will be followed up with walk into Nyack for dinner at a moderately priced Mexican restaurant. Bring lunch/drink. Be dressed for ticks just in case. EARLY LEAVE & LATE RETURN.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 am
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Other | Play Soccer in NYC


A free soccer game to all new members. Only 30 spots available a week.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:30 am
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Hike | Brooklyn/Queens Walk: Ridgewood Reservoir


From the Bushwick section of Brooklyn to Woodhaven in Queens, stop at Highland Park for an amble around Ridgewood Reservoir. Bring binocular for early migrants. Then on to Jamaica Ave. passing by the site where Phil Rizzuto and Babe Ruth once played (Dexter Park) and the house where A Tree Grows In Brooklyn was written (house is actually in Queens). Not really a B walk, but some incline gives this walk some oomph. Possible stop at landmark diner afterwards.
   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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11:00 am
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Park Walk | “Views from the Past”


As you promenade through the heart of the Park, imagine yourself living in 19th Century New York City. Learn about the Park's history and how its designers, Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux, struggled to create the magnificent "Greensward" for the enjoyment of all. Tour lasts approximately one hour.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Screening | Short Films: Owners of the Water: Conflict & Collaboration Over Rivers / Yukon Circles


Owners of the Water: Conflict & Collaboration Over Rivers (2008, 30 min.) A collaboration between indigenous filmmakers (a central Brazilian Xavante and a Wayuu from Venezuela) and an anthropologist explores a campaign headed by the Xavante to protect the Rio das Mortes River Basin from the uncontrolled soy cultivation that brings deforestation and pollution to the watershed. The Xavantes' May 25, 2006 blockade of a national highway in Mato Grosso raises awareness of their concerns and builds support for their efforts. In Xavante and Spanish with English subtitles. Yukon Circles(2006, 30 min.) The 2300–mile Yukon River flowing through Canada and Alaska is threatened by pollution from military installations, mining, manufacturing, and settlement, and the tribes and First Nations develop a historic agreement to work together to protect it.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Gallery Talk | Tour of Legacy: The Preservation of Wilderness in New York City Parks Show


Join Sean Corcoran, Curator of Prints and Photographs. The exhibition presents the work of photographer Joel Meyerowitz, who spent more than three years recording wild places in New York City's parks. Located in all five boroughs, these escapes to the woodlands, streams, waterfronts, marshes, and beaches are among the city's greatest assets, yet they are hidden in plain sight. Through his photographs, Meyerowitz transports the viewer into the heart of a lush wilderness, while portraying pockets of nature as an inextricable part of city life today.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Tour | “Seneca Village”


Seneca Village was Manhattan's first known community of African-American property owners, on land that would become Central Park. Tour covers the history of the village, the property owners, and what New York City was like at the time. Tour is approximately one hour.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Concert | Student Recital: Hajir Sailors, Baritone


A uniquely rewarding experience for music lovers - the freshness and excitement of a solo recital by a gifted young artist at one of the world's leading conservatories.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:30 pm
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Concert | Student Recitals: Erin Hanke, Harpsichord / James Waldo, Viola da Gamba / Liv Heym, Baroque Violin


A uniquely rewarding experience for music lovers - the freshness and excitement of a solo recital by a gifted young artist at one of the world's leading conservatories.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:30 pm
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Park Walk | Central Park Walk


5 miles. Easy walk from 59th Street to Harlem Meer.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
$3

Screening | Deb Ellis & Denis Mueller's Documentary Howard Zinn: You Can't Be Neutral on a Moving Train (2004): Life of the Late Historian


Narrated by Matt Damon, this film documents the life and times of the historian, activist and author of the bestselling classic A People's History of the United States. 78 min.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Tour | Inside the Former US Customs House Tour


Tour this beautiful 1907 Beaux Arts building by Cass Gilbert. Admire the different marbles, bronze chandeliers and the 1937 Reginald Marsh Murals.
   New York City, NY; NYC
2:00 pm
$15, but only...

Author Reading | Steve Luxenberg reads from his book Annie's Ghosts: A Journey into a Family Secret


Luxenberg's mother told everyone she was an only child, sometimes within minutes of meeting them. When he heard that his mother had been hiding the existence of a sister, he was bewildered. Through personal letters and photographs, official records and archival documents, as well as dozens of interviews, Luxenberg, an associate editor at The Washington Post, revisits his mother’s world in the 1930s and 1940s in search of how and why the secret was born. He pieces together the story of his mother’s motivations, his aunt’s unknown life, and the times in which they lived.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
$5

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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2:00 pm
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Concert | A Bach Birthday Celebration


Pianist Peter Vinograde and friends celebrate Bach’s 325th birthday with excerpts from the Musical Offering, chamber sonatas and solo keyboard works, including the Italian Concerto.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
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Book Discussion | Reading between the Lines: African-American Autobiography


This New York Council for the Humanities' adult book discussion program is centered around autobiographies by extraordinary African-Americans. The discussion series is led by Dr. George White, Jr., professor of history at York College. Participants are expected to commit to all five discussion dates. Call for further info.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
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Screening | Short Films: Owners of the Water: Conflict & Collaboration Over Rivers / Yukon Circles


Owners of the Water: Conflict & Collaboration Over Rivers (2008, 30 min.) A collaboration between indigenous filmmakers (a central Brazilian Xavante and a Wayuu from Venezuela) and an anthropologist explores a campaign headed by the Xavante to protect the Rio das Mortes River Basin from the uncontrolled soy cultivation that brings deforestation and pollution to the watershed. The Xavantes' May 25, 2006 blockade of a national highway in Mato Grosso raises awareness of their concerns and builds support for their efforts. In Xavante and Spanish with English subtitles. Yukon Circles(2006, 30 min.) The 2300–mile Yukon River flowing through Canada and Alaska is threatened by pollution from military installations, mining, manufacturing, and settlement, and the tribes and First Nations develop a historic agreement to work together to protect it.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
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Open Mike | SOS: The Sunday Open Series


An open poetry reading.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
$3

Workshop | Knitting Circle


Come in and knit, make new friends, drink some tea, and learn a craft at a self-help and member-led group. The Dyke Knitting Circle is open to all levels of queer experience and all levels of knitting proficiency. Bring yarn and needles.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
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Concert | Trio Duriusculus performs works by Vivaldi and others


Danilo Bonina, violin; David Himmelheber, cello; and Raphael Fusco, harpsichord perform "La Bella Sonata" program, which focuses on the charm and fury of the Italian Baroque with works by Corelli, Vivaldi, and Veracini.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
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Concert | Student Recital: Joseph Dietrich, Tenor


A uniquely rewarding experience for music lovers - the freshness and excitement of a solo recital by a gifted young artist at one of the world's leading conservatories.
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4:30 pm
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Concert | Student Recital: Victor Main, Guitar


A uniquely rewarding experience for music lovers - the freshness and excitement of a solo recital by a gifted young artist at one of the world's leading conservatories.
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4:30 pm
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Concert | Elaine Dykstra, Organist


Dykstra is from Tarrytown United Methodist Church in Austin, Texas.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:45 pm
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Concert | Bach Vespers


Program: Johann Sebastian Bach St. John Passion, BWV 245 On Bach's 325th birthday, the players will use Baroque-period instruments. With: Soprano Jennifer Bates; Countertenor Jason Abrams; Tenor John Kawa; Bass Joe Damon Chappel; Evangelist-Tenor Tony Boutté; Jesus-Bass Drew Santini; and Concertmaster Karen Marie Marmer.
   New York City, NY; NYC
5:00 pm
$20 free-will offering...

Concert | Works for Cello and Piano by Debussy, Stravinsky, Poulence and Others


Debussy, Stravinsky, Poulenc, Timothy Corlis, Rachmaninoff, Janáček, and Beethoven performed by Teresa Kubiak, cello; Maxim Pakhomov, piano; and Andrew Pau, piano.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
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Concert | Lucy Moses School Adult Division Musicians in Concert


Featuring Lucy Moses School Adult Division students.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
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6:00 pm
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Performance | SLAM Theater Competition


Now in its third year, SLAM Theater invites artists and audiences to get involved in the process of making theater. Playwrights bring fresh scripts, and actors are called out of a hat to perform timed segments, completely unrehearsed. SLAM is an evening of theater with impromptu performance, spontaneous collaboration, and friendly competition. SLAM is open to everyone. Actors, bring your talent. Playwrights, bring your scripts. Audience, bring your voice. Come SLAM!
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
$5 suggested admission

Concert | Mannes Upperwest Chamber Music Concert


Chamber music ensembles present a series of Wednesday evening and Sunday afternoon performances. Repertoire for this concert TBA.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
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Concert | Student Recital: Jason Mellow, Violin


A uniquely rewarding experience for music lovers - the freshness and excitement of a solo recital by a gifted young artist at one of the world's leading conservatories.
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7:30 pm
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Other | Mental Floss Trivia Night


Nerds, Knowledge Junkies, and most importantly, people who like to leave their house to drink and win stuff! The Mental_Floss Trivia Show is back at Galapagos, and you’re pretty much guaranteed to win something.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
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Concert | Sounds from the Black Box: The Music of Philip Miller for the Films of William Kentridge


Sounds from the Black Box is the latest in a series of collaborations between South African composer Philip Miller and internationally acclaimed South African artist William Kentridge. The work is a follow up to and expansion of their 9 Drawings for Projection project, which paired Kentridge's stunning animations with scores by Miller performed live to the films. Sounds from the Black Box includes new scores to a wide range of Kentridge's work performed by the NYC-based Ensemble Pi.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
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Concert | Christmas Concert

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Classical Music | Works by Mozart, Dvorak and More

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