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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on March 28, 2010?

35 free events take place on Sunday, March 28 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 28 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 28, 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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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 | Rockefeller Preserve Hike


Walk from Philipse Manor station via Sleepy Hollow Cemetery to the Rockefeller Preserve. Pleasant woods walk along the Pocantico River. See where the Headless Horseman roamed. Then circle through rolling hills to visit Swan Lake and Stone Farms, returning to Philipse Manor or Tarrytown. About 8 moderate miles. Bring lunch, water, wear sturdy shoes.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:00 am
$3 plus train...

City Walk | April Fools' Walk


2 miles, easy pace. See a forgotten bus driveway, a temple that is now a theater, a post office scheduled to become a railroad station entrance, and a church now a restaurant, plus a statue of the first person to be president without being elected to that position and more.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
$3

Fair | Street Fair


   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Park Walk | Foraging in the Park Tour


World-famous naturalist "Wildman" Steve Brill will lead a foraging tour to celebrate the arrival of spring. The park features a variety of habitats filled with native and exotic plants.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:45 am
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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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12:00 pm
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Park Walk | “Cross Park Promenade”


You'll be amazed at what you'll see.... a hidden bench that tells time, miniature boats powered by the wind, a magnificent sculpture celebrating fresh water, and a glorious drinking fountain for the city's equine population. These are just some of the the sites along the way on this east to west walk through the park. Tour is approximately one hour long.
   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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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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1:00 pm
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Concert | Extension Division Chamber Music Spring Midterm


Informal recital featuring ensembles from the Extension Division chamber music class.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:30 pm
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1:30 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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2:00 pm
$6

Forum | Health Care: The Young Doctors' Panel


A lot of the discussion on health care comes from consumers, politicians, and policy experts. In this rare Sunday afternoon forum, hear from someone new: those who have become doctors and are able to see firsthand what is at stake. Join a lively panel discussion, followed by a Q & A.
   New York City, NY; NYC
2:00 pm
Free

Forum | Health Care: The Young Doctors' Panel


A lot of the discussion on health care comes from consumers, politicians, and policy experts. In this rare Sunday afternoon forum, hear from someone new: those who have become doctors and are able to see firsthand what is at stake. Join a lively panel discussion, followed by a Q & A.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Tour | NOHO-A New Frontier Tour


Highlights: The Puck Building, The Merchants House Museum, The Shermerhorn Building and The Bayard-Condict Building by Louis Sullivan.
   New York City, NY; NYC
2:00 pm
$15, but only...

Discussion | Women Artists of Harlem and Northern Manhattan


How have women artists influenced the cultural landscape of Harlem and Northern Manhattan? Join a slide show and panel discussion with artists from Washington Heights and Harlem including noted Weusi artist Dindga McCannon as they explore the role of these cultural pioneers.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Concert | Claremont Ensemble: New York Composers


Program: KARCHIN: Rustic Dances CURRIER: Verge LERDAHL: Marches GORDON: I Buried Paul WUORINEN: Spinoff MAZZOLI: In Spite of All This NOON: Runes Daniel Grabois, Director.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:30 pm
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Concert | Soprano-piano duo perform “Classic Americana” program


Soprano Gretchen Farrar and pianist Alexander Wu will make their debut presenting a "Classic Americana" program. The duo explores styles and works spanning Classical, Jazz and American contemporary, all the while transporting the audience on a musical journey through influences ranging from Andalusian flamenco and bossa nova to theatrical show pieces and opera.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:30 pm
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Concert | Biava Quartet performs Haydn


PROGRAM: Haydn: Seven Last Words The church's Professional Choir will be joined by the Biava Quartet, a string quartet in residence at The Juilliard School, in the quartet adaptation of Haydn’s poignant setting of Jesus’ final words from the cross.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
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Screening | Henriette Mantel & Steve Skrovan's Documentary An Unreasonable Man (2006): Ralph Nader's Career


The life and career of the consumer advocate Ralph Nader. 122 min.
   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

Performance | Theatrix! 10-Minute Play Festival


An evening of short plays featuring the work of student directors, actors, and playwrights.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
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Book Signing | Michelle & James Nevius lead a walking tour and sign Inside the Apple


The authors give a rich history of the bookstore's area, and return to the store to sign books.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
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Concert | Student Recital: Daniel Lewis, 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.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:30 pm
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Concert | Student Recital: Kristina Bachrach, Soprano


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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4:30 pm
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Concert | Bach Vespers


Program: Johann Sebastian Bach Cantata 182 – Himmelskönig, sei willkommen The Holy Trinity Bach Choir & Bach Players on baroque period instruments; Countertenor Jason Abrams; Tenor John Kawa; Bass Joe Damon Chappel; under the direction of Cantor Rick Erickson.
   New York City, NY; NYC
5:00 pm
Free

Concert | Organist Stephen Hamilton performs


Program: Marcel Dupré Stations of the Cross The Paul Claudel poetry that inspired the work will be read by Beatrice Scott-Hansen.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:15 pm
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Staged Reading | Nancy Chu's Derridia



   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Reading | 3 writers celebrate Otto's Shrunken Head


Featuring: Obsidian, Hobo Bob and David Lawton. Party of the reading series "Celebrating Area Presses and Venues" funded in part by the Dedalus Foundation.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
$5

Reading | Re:Imagining Change: How to Use Story-based Strategy to Win Campaigns, Build Movements, and Change the World


Come out for the release of "Re:Imagining Change: How to Use Story-based Strategy to Win Campaigns, Build Movements, and Change the World," a handbook by the smartMeme collective offering theoretical approaches and practical methods to amplify progressive voices. Patrick Reinsborough co-founded smartMeme and served as the Organizing Director of the Rainforest Action Network. Doyle Canning is a strategist, trainer, and organizer building holistic movements for racial justice and an ecological future.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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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 | Sophomore Vocal Recital


Catherine Malfitano, Coordinator.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
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Concert | Student Recital: Anna Hiemstra, 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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7:30 pm
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