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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on March 16, 2013?

45 free events take place on Saturday, March 16 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 16 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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45 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Saturday, March 16, 2013

All events are free unless otherwise noted.
        

Hike | Garrison Circular Hike


10 miles at a moderate pace with climbs. Forested rolling hills along generally unimpeded trails. Excursions on the Appalachian Trail, Curry Pond Traverse and a return from the Arden Point River overlook of West Point. Bring lunch and water.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:25 am
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Park Walk | The Bridges & Waterways of Central Park Walk


This is a moderately paced adventure under, over, around and through many of the amazing architectural wonders throughout Central Park. Begin at the southwest tip of Central Park South and zigzag up the eastern half of Central Park to The Harlem Meer at 110th St. Then circle back along the western half of the park and finish at Sheep's Meadow. Please bring water and lunch or snack for this fascinating 5-hour journey of approx. 8 miles.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:00 am
$3

Workshop | Health and Race Walking


Enjoy views of the Park's landscapes as you get fit. Coach Lon Wilson of the New York Walkers Club leads walks at a moderate to brisk pace over mostly flat surfaces. Wear comfortable sneakers! Ages 18+.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:30 am
Free

Colloquium | The Sirens Go Silent: A Commemorative Colloquium for Scholar Friedrich Kittler


The conference commemorates the scholar and the person Friedrich Kittler and celebrates his intellectual legacy by presenting talks by thirteen highly regarded and internationally recognized scholars from Germany and the United States.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:30 am
Free

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
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Workshop | Shape Up NYC - Yoga


Please bring your own mat. Expert Instructors.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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City Walk | SoHo, Little Italy & Chinatown Tour


You've seen the iconic skyscrapers, attended a Broadway show, visited Lady Liberty and relaxed in Central Park. Looking for a little more of the Big Apple? Maybe it's time to visit some of Manhattan's oldest and most enchanting historic districts. Take a relaxing stroll through SoHo, Little Italy and Chinatown.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Workshop | Yoga Class


Join on Saturday mornings for free beginners yoga with a certified instructor. Begin the process toward a strong and comfortable body, and a calm and serene mind. Please wear comfortable clothes and bring your yoga mat or a beach towel. All participants must sign a waiver form before they join in.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:30 am
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Park Walk | “Views from the Past” Tour


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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10:30 am
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Conference | Arts in Mind Festival


Arts in Mind, the series investigating the intersections of the arts, creativity and mental health, is pleased to announce its first-ever festival, with four events over two days. At 11am, leaders of innovative programs on the arts in mental health gather for a colloquy to share their lessons and questions. Includes representatives from Fountain Gallery, the Living Museum, the Austen Riggs Center, Access Programs of the Museum of Modern Art, and The Bridge. At 2pm, join the bestselling author Lois Lowry and the scholar Ellen Handler Spitz for a conversation on what we can learn from the perennial controversies about children’s books that are “too dark.” And at 4pm, the festival concludes with “What’s Your Hang-Up,” in which a psychologist and art critic investigate the work of two artists to try to determine their central preoccupations-their “hang-ups.” The artists themselves will be on hand to respond and discuss.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 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. Tour times: 11am & 1pm.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
$6

Workshop | Chess Clinic


Learn new tactical insights from a Chess Master, then pit your newly acquired skills against other players of your level, tournament-style. Ages 6+.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Screening | Marvin J. Chomsky & John Erman's Emmy Award-Winning Roots (1977): The Epic TV Saga


A saga of African-American life, based on Alex Haley's family history. Kunta Kinte is abducted from his African village, sold into slavery, and taken to America. Throughout the series, the family observes notable events in U.S. history, such as the Revolutionary and Civil Wars, slave uprisings, and emancipation.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Workshop | Nature Photography: Winter Wildlife


It has been said that art takes nature as its model. The beauty of nature has inspired many great Americans to create artistic masterpieces. From the wildlife portraits of John James Audubon to the stunning black and white photography of Ansel Adams, nature has been a muse to artist for centuries. The Urban Park Ranger Art and Photography programs allow you to interpret the natural would through artistic expression, while learning about nature and the environment. All Photography programs are for digital cameras and you must provide your own camera, DSLR preferred, but all cameras are welcome.
   New York City, NY; NYC
11:00 am
Free

Concert | Student Recitals


11:00 AM - Amy Zhang Blackburn, Violin 12:00 PM - Amy Zhang, Viola 2:00 PM - Ashley Yejee Lee, Organ 3:00 PM - Leland Chan, Viola 5:00 PM - Joseph Lee, Viola 6:00 PM - Maurice Goldberg, Flute
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Park Walk | Foraging in the Park


With naturalist/author "Wildman" Steve Brill. America's go-to guy for foraging, Brill will lead one of his world-famous foraging tours of the Park, a great place for wild foods, and the summer is an especially rich season.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:45 am
$20 suggested donation...

Conference | The Revolution Recodified: Digital Culture and the Public Sphere in Cuba


The Revolution Recodified is a three-day conference about the impact of digital technology in Cuban culture and society. For more than a decade, Cuban artists, musicians, independent journalists and librarians have teamed with computer scientists and engineers on the island and in the diaspora to foment a socially engaged and politically independent culture using digital technology. The conference explores the ways that digital technology is transforming Cuba’s cultural and political landscape by challenging the state’s longstanding monopoly on communications media and its hegemonic control of cultural production and distribution. 12:00-2:00 p.m. The Internet and Social Media in Cuba: Their Relevance and Impact; Panelists: Ted Henken, Ariana Hernandez-Reguant, Orlando Luis Pardo Lazo; Moderator: Coco Fusco 3:00-5:00 p.m. Cuba in a Global Context: Social Media and Political Change; Panelists: John Kelly, Yoani Sánchez, Nitin Sawhney, Thomas Werner; Moderator: Sean Jacobs 7:00 p.m. Direct from Havana, Cuba; Pablo Menendez and Mezcla NYC; Musical Performance
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Tour | Tour of the NYPL's Stephen A. Schwarzman Building


A tour of the world-renowned Schwarzman Building with simultaneous interpretation into American Sign Language. The free docent-led tour is an excellent way to familiarize yourself with some of the art, architecture, and little-known facts relating to this landmark building which celebrated its centennial in 2011.
   New York City, NY; NYC
12:00 pm
Free

Film | Sam Mendes' Oscar Winner Skyfall (2012): The Most Successful James Bond Film Ever


With Daniel Craig, Judi Dench, Javier Bardem. Bond's loyalty to M is tested when her past comes back to haunt her. Whilst MI6 comes under attack, 007 must track down and destroy the threat, no matter how personal the cost. 143 mins.
   New York City, NY; NYC
12:15 pm
Free

Tour | “Seneca Village” Tour


Seneca Village was Manhattan's first known community of African-American property owners, on land that would become the 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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12:30 pm
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Staged Reading | Play Reading: William Shakespeare's Julius Caesar


Presented by Instant Shakespeare Company.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Tour | US Customs House Building Tour


A Museum Ambassador provides a 45-minute in-depth look at the unique architecture and design of the Alexander Hamilton Customs House.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Talk | Gallery Tour: Making Room


Join curator Donald Albrecht and architects Peter Gluck, Terri Chaio, and a team led by Jonathan Kirschenfeld for a tour of Making Room exploring the future of housing in New York City and the existing potential that small spaces present. The architects, whose work is featured in the exhibition, will present their designs and answer questions.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 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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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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2:00 pm
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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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2:00 pm
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Tour | Union Square: Crossroads of New York


The tour explores the social and political history of the Union Square neighborhood through discussions of the people, history, architecture, and forces that have shaped this community. You’ll hear how Union Square got its name, see where the legendary Tiffany & Co. once stood, and learn how to read the clock (yes, it’s a clock!) on “The Metronome” sculpture and so much more!
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Concert | Concert on Water


The concert is at the coolest classical music concerts location in New York City. Program and musicians TBA.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
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Film | Sam Mendes' Oscar Winner Skyfall (2012): The Most Successful James Bond Film Ever


With Daniel Craig, Judi Dench, Javier Bardem. Bond's loyalty to M is tested when her past comes back to haunt her. Whilst MI6 comes under attack, 007 must track down and destroy the threat, no matter how personal the cost. 143 mins.
   New York City, NY; NYC
3:00 pm
Free

Poetry Reading | Shakespeare Saturdays Sonnet Slam!


Another fun afternoon of reading Shakespeare's sonnets, featuring the local talent of Inwood. Presented by Moonbeam.net Productions’ Jason Kendall and Donna Kendall Stearns. Music composed by Donna Kendall Stearns.
   New York City, NY; NYC
3:00 pm
Free

Theater | Student Production: A Modern Feeling by Jason Kim


Part of NEW VOICES Playwrights Festival. Five original plays in repertory, highlight Drama’s graduating playwrights, directors, and actors of 2013.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
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Workshop | Tae Kwon Do Workshop


Teaches the fundamentals of discipline, balance, health and wellness. -Get and Stay Fit -Weight Control -Promotes Self Awareness -Promotes Self Confidence
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
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Tour | US Customs House Building Tour


A Museum Ambassador provides a 45-minute in-depth look at the unique architecture and design of the Alexander Hamilton Customs House.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
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Gallery Talk | A Lecture on the Exhibit Hongshan: Late Neolithic Jades


With Dr. Elizabeth Childs-Johnson.
   New York City, NY; NYC
4:00 pm
Free

Talk | Adventures in Consciousness


A multimedia presentation exploring the fundamental issues of life and how ancient spiritual themes are being applied in a modern setting. An inspiring look into the evolution of individual and collective consciousness, and why meditation is becoming more and more relevant in today’s world. Presented by Ganapati J. Coleman, PhD, of the Charles Draper Laboratory.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
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Concert | Saturday Afternoon Organ Meditation


The program features the great repertoire of the Organ on the 101 rank Pipe Organ built by Herman Schlicker and the 5 stop chamber organ built by Taylor & Boody Organ Builders.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
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Concert | Student Cello Recitals


4:00 - 5:00 PM Chase Park, Cello 5:00 - 7:00 PM Cello Students of Clara Kim
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
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Concert | Student Piano Recital


With Inesa Sinkevych.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
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Concert | Very Be Careful, Latin Music


Rousing fans to boogie and shake to the sounds of a Colombian coastal beat, Very Be Careful is alive with rhythms and pulsating grooves that pull dancers to their feet and splash smiles across the faces of listeners. With a Caribbean soul and a California heart, this ultimate good-times bar band embraces its Latin roots with a devotion to the vallenato folk music of its Colombian ancestors, and mixes in a contemporary funk feel.
   New York City, NY; NYC
4:00 pm
Free

Workshop | Art and Creativity Workshop


Unlock the artist within, using imaginative and engaging hands-on exercises exploring the relationship between meditation and creativity. No artistic experience necessary. All art materials supplied. Led by Professor Khipra Nichols of the Rhode Island School of Design.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
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Opening Reception | Group Exhibition: Heterotopias


Artists: Erchen Chang, Adham Faramawy, Ilja Karilampi, Sasha Litvintseva, Asta Meldal Lynge, Hannah Perry.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Performance | Night Shift Theater presents Danny and the Deep Blue Sea by Oscar- and Tony-Winner John Patrick Shanley


A powerhouse one-act play set in the Bronx, where a man and a woman emerge from their dark pasts into an empathetic embrace. The Night Shift produces intimate, no-frills, working-class theater productions that aim to examine other peoples' lives and find solace in the communion of the theatrical event.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Theater | Student Production: A Modern Feeling by Jason Kim


Part of NEW VOICES Playwrights Festival. Five original plays in repertory, highlight Drama’s graduating playwrights, directors, and actors of 2013.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Staged Reading | Play Reading: Tender


A dance play about a couple that is coping with intimate trauma. The show is awkwardly sexy, sweet, and strange.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
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Concert | Student Violin Recital


With Maria Im.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:30 pm
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