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25 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Friday, May 25, 2012

All events are free unless otherwise noted.
        

Concert | Pitbull, Chart-Topping Rapper and Singer


Last year's "Give Me Everything" took the Miami-born star all the way to the top. He has sold 7.5 million more records worldwide. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 am
Free

Concert | Robin Thicke, Grammy Award-Winning Singer-Songwriter


Thicke's albums, which he previously released under the moniker Thicke, are noted for their predominantly more R&B sound. Robin Thicke has written hits for popular artists such as Jennifer Hudson, Usher, Mary J. Blige, Raven-Symoné and others. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 am
Free

Workshop | Qi Gong Workshop


Qi Gong is the philosophy and practice of aligning breath, physical activity and a wide range of exercises more developed in China to promote energy (Qi/Chi) circulation in the body. No special clothing, footwear, or equipment is required. Heavy rain will cancel the event. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:30 am
Free

Workshop | Laptop Dissection Lab


Curious about what makes a laptop computer run? Want to know what you can do with all those parts in more your computer? Get a chance to open up a burnt out computer and explore what's under the hood. Laptops are provided but you can bring your own too. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
Free

Tour | Cathedral Tour


Explore the Cathedral's newly cleaned and restored Nave. Learn about the art, architecture and history more of this great sacred space from 1892 to the present. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
$6

Fair | Street Fair


   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 more 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., 1:15 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 3:15 p.m., and 4:00 p.m. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:15 am
Free

Jazz | Chris Washburne and the SYOTOS Band perform postmodern Latin Jazz


Chris Washburne is one of those rare musicians whose musical activities cross many styles and cultural more borders. He has received rave reviews for his jazz and classical performances as well as being called “one of the best trombonists in New York” by The New York Times and he was voted as a “Rising Star of the Trombone” in the 2008 Downbeat Critic’s Poll. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
12:00 pm
Free

Concert | Bach at Noon


This Organ Meditations Series features the keyboard works of Johann Sebastian Bach.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:20 pm
Free

Tour | Grand Central and Its Neighborhood


Discover architecture and social history of Grand Central neighborhood; learn secrets of Whispering Gallery more in Grand Central Terminal; gaze upon hubcaps and roadsters on side of Chrysler Building; discover favorite Midtown Manhattan hangout of Mercury, Hercules, and Minerva; learn why Pershing Square isn’t really square; visit original Lincoln Memorial by Daniel Chester French. Award-winning tour led by urban explorer, historian, and storyteller Justin Ferate. less
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12:30 pm
Free

Concert | Todd Robbins, Ragtime/Tin Pan Alley Pianist


Todd Robbins plays Ragtime and classic Tin Pan Alley songs. He is often heard on Monday nights playing more piano with Woody Allen's Jazz Band and has recorded two albums with that group. less
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12:30 pm
Free

Park Walk | “Cross Park Promenade” Tour


You'll be amazed at what you'll see.... a hidden bench that tells time, miniature boats powered by the more 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. less
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12:30 pm
Free

Tour | Cathedral Tour


Explore the Cathedral's newly cleaned and restored Nave. Learn about the art, architecture and history more of this great sacred space from 1892 to the present. less
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1:00 pm
$6

Film | Ron Howard's Ocar-Nominated Frost/Nixon (2008): President vs. Interviewer


With Frank Langella, Michael Sheen and Kevin Bacon. A dramatic retelling of the post-Watergate television more interviews between British talk-show host David Frost and former president Richard Nixon. 122 min. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
2:00 pm
Free

Workshop | Visual Resources Online


This class is a lecture/demonstration. Learn about online image databases and research strategies, including more library digital collections. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:30 pm
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Concert | String Quartet Seminar Recital


Recital Performances by Quartet Participants. Quartets from around the globe are coached by the members more of the world-famous String Quartet. The results are displayed during these concerts on the seminar's final day. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:30 pm
Free

Concert | Choir Works by Tallis and Others


The Community Chorus of Southwest Virginia Community College in Cedar Bluff, Virginia sing works by Pfautsch, more Tallis, Lauridsen. Pinkham, Daley, Aguiar, Ford, and Hogan. less
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4:00 pm
Free

Workshop | Game Night


Come play your favorite classic games or try a new one at this monthly game night. They've got Awkward more Family Photos, Scrabble, Taboo, Battleship, Chess, Monopoly, Wits & Wagers, Connect 4, and the current crowd pleaser, Apples to Apples. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
Free

Concert | Free Music Fridays


Featuring Ramblin' Andy John Miller, Chimney Choir, Ann Klein.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
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Screening | Italian Documentary: Fred Kudjo Kuwornu's The Right of Soil (2012)


An award-winning grassroots Italian documentary about the issue of citizenship for the 1,000,000 children more born in Italy whose citizenship is denied because - born of immigrant parents - they have no Italian "blood." 53 min. In Italian with English subtitles. The screening will be followed by a discussion with the director. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free

Screening | Documentary: Kevin Macdonald's Marley (2012)


Bob Marley's universal appeal, impact on music history and role as a social and political prophet is more both unique and unparalleled. Marley is the definitive life story of the musician, revolutionary, and legend, from his early days to his rise to international superstardom. 145 min. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
$10 suggested admission

Film | See the Oscar-Winning Top Gun


Celebrate Fleet Week while watching Top Gun for free on the Flight Deck. With Tom Cruise, Kelly McGillis more and Val Kilmer. The macho students of an elite US flying school for advanced fighter pilots compete to be best in the class, and one romances the teacher. Directed by Tony Scott. 110 min. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
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Concert | String Quartet Seminar Recital


Recital Performances by Quartet Participants. Quartets from around the globe are coached by the members more of the world-famous String Quartet. The results are displayed during these concerts on the seminar's final day. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
7:30 pm
Free

Performance | Comedy: The Vigilante


The Vigilante is a completely improvised funky rock band. Guitar. Bass. Drums. Violin. Human drum machine. more Piano. Sax. Lyrics. All completely improvised. They create our entire set based on the conversations we have with the audience. There is not another band like us in New York City. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:30 pm
$5

Concert | DanceAfrica 2012: Mason-Jam-Ja Band


A renowned authority on Yoruba culture and religion, John Mason is also a percussionist and composer, more helping to expand the improvisational vocabulary of spirituals, blues, rap, and more with the musical languages of West Africa. Mason and his band appear as part of DanceAfrica 2012, performing an assortment of sunny acoustic numbers that bridge traditions and continents. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
10:00 pm
No cover
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Classical Music | Sacred Choral Works at a Landmark Venue

Regular Price: $50
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Musical | Hit Show Musical Parody

Regular Price: $58.50
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