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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on May 18, 2013?

58 free events take place on Saturday, May 18 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 May 18 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 May . 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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58 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Saturday, May 18, 2013

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Hike | Briarcliff-Peekskill Trail/Old Croton Acqueduct Hike


14 miles, moderate pace, about 9+ hours. Enjoy a woods walk in the Blue Mountain Reservation. Lunch overlooking the Hudson River. Finish in Ossining. No smoking on trip. Bring lunch, water.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:20 am
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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
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Forum | Interact 2013: A Forum on Civic Engagement and Sustainable Partnership


INTERACT 2013 is an all-day forum that examines co-creation as a central factor in developing successful relationships between universities and non-profit organizations. Participants explore ways to structure and facilitate cross-disciplinary, multi-year collaborations to make them effective in reaching social justice goals.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:30 am
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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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Tour | Brooklyn Heights/Brooklyn Bridge Tour


Known as America's first suburb, Brooklyn Heights is truly a gem. Travel and Leisure named it one of America's top 10 most beautiful neighborhoods, and its beauty is rivaled only by its place in American history. These quaint, tree-lined streets have been the sites of Revolutionary War battles, abolitionist activism and have inspired numerous novelists. Visit a stop on the Underground Railroad, or the home of Truman Capote, where he penned Breakfast at Tiffany's and where Jackie Robinson signed with the Dodgers.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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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
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Workshop | Drawing in the Park


Sketch and paint the Hudson River and neighboring parks with an artist/educator. Materials provided.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Symposium | MFA Design and Technology Symposium


The MFA Design and Technology thesis exhibition features installations and performances, objects and apps, games and video, and interactive experiences that explore the dynamic role of technology in our lives. Works invoke the playful, the informative, the critical, and the subversive to investigate emerging issues and spark discussion.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Workshop | Park Fly Fishing


Learn the basics of fly fishing for free. Join expert instructors from Orvis for lessons on fly casting and outfit rigging. Class spaces are first come, first served.
   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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Fair | Street Fair


   New York City, NY; NYC
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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 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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10:30 am
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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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Park Walk | Garden Tour


Experience the Park's only formal garden with the Garden staff. See exuberant perennial and annual beds, and delight in an abundance of color and fragrance while learning about the Garden's history and design.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Concert | Pre-College Recitals


11:00 AM - Michael Stanton, Trombone 12:00 PM - Andrew Truskowski, French Horn 12:30 PM - Mitchell Hamburger, Tuba 1:00 PM - Alec Manasse, Clarinet 2:00 PM - Chamber Music Concert 3:00 PM - Jeffrey Liu, Violin 3:30 PM - Emre Tetik, French Horn 4:00 PM - Andrew Shimm, Double Bass 5:00 PM - Chamber Music Concert 6:00 PM - Michelle Lou, Cello
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Concert | Pre-College Recitals


11:00 AM - Casey Kearney, Oboe 12:00 PM - Kaitlin Pet, Oboe 1:00 PM - David Sahar, Double Bass 2:00 PM - Rachel Nierenberg, French Horn 3:00 PM - Adam Goldberg, Double Bass 5:00 PM - Chelsea Baccay, Voice 6:00 PM - Harrison Miller, Bassoon
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Workshop | Shape Up Zumba


Shape Up NYC (an NYC Parks program run in partnership with Equinox, NYC Service, and Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield) offers more than 175 free fitness classes every week at locations across the five boroughs to help New Yorkers get and stay fit.
   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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Open Mike | Open Mike: Shakespeare's Macbeth


An open reading of Shakespeare's play. General public welcomed to partake.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:30 am
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Concert | Pre-College Chamber Music Marathon


Student performances.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Tour | Tour of the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building


A tour, with simultaneous interpretation into American Sign Language, of the world-renowned Schwarzman Building. 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
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12:00 pm
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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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Festival | Park's 20th Anniversary Celebration


A parade kicks off the celebration at 12:45 p.m., followed by a ceremony with park friends, supporters, and community leaders on the athletic field. Sporting events, cultural programming and carnival festivities will be held for the community throughout the park from 2-6 p.m.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:45 pm
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Parade | The 7th Annual Dance Parade


Grand Marshals: Jacqulyn Buglisi (Buglisi Dance Theatre), Baba Chuck Davis (DanceAfrica), and Louie Vega (Vega Records), and 10,000 Dancers Under the 2013 theme Unity Through Dance, the parade unites dancers of all genres throughout New York City. Over 200 dance groups will showcase 80 unique dance styles down Broadway in a multicultural, rhythm-infused, magical display of movement, art and color. Styles as diverse as African, Balkan, ballet, belly dance, Bhangra, Bolivian Tinkus, cheer, hip-hop, house, Jamaican Dance Hall, modern, Morris, Peruvian, roller disco, samba, Tahitian, tango and zouk will be featured.
   New York City, NY; NYC
1:00 pm
Free

Workshop | Zumba with Miriam


Zumba is a mixture of merengue, salsa, cha-cha, cumbia, reggaeton dance mixed with exercise conducted by Miriam. Zumba provides an effective total workout where you can lose body fat, gain muscle, improve posture, alignment and balance and feel more energetic! Participants should wear loose clothing or shorts and sneakers. Miriam Acevedo is a Zumba certified instructor.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Opera | New York Opera Forum performs Don Carlo by Giuseppe Verdi


A concert version of a five-act grand opera composed by Giuseppe Verdi to a French language libretto by Camille du Locle and Joseph Méry, based on the dramatic play Don Carlos, Infant von Spanien (Don Carlos, Infante of Spain) by Friedrich Schiller.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:30 pm
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Book Signing | Book Launch: Erin Shirreff's Fully Illustrated Monograph


Join the launch of Erin Shirreff's fully illustrated monograph, published on the occasion of her solo exhibitions Available Light at the Carleton University Art Gallery and Agnes Etherington Art Centre at Queen's University in Ontario, and Pictures organized by the Contemporary Art Gallery in Vancouver.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Tour | Brooklyn Heights/Brooklyn Bridge Tour


Known as America's first suburb, Brooklyn Heights is truly a gem. Travel and Leisure named it one of America's top 10 most beautiful neighborhoods, and its beauty is rivaled only by its place in American history. These quaint, tree-lined streets have been the sites of Revolutionary War battles, abolitionist activism and have inspired numerous novelists. Visit a stop on the Underground Railroad, or the home of Truman Capote, where he penned Breakfast at Tiffany's and where Jackie Robinson signed with the Dodgers.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Jazz | College Voice Recital


Yurie Fukagawa, voice
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Gallery Talk | Exhibition Walk-Through: Jack Goldstein x 10,000


Jens Hoffmann, the Museum's Deputy Director for Exhibitions and Public Programs, presents an in-depth look at the exhibition and discusses how Jack Goldstein emerged as one of the most significant artists of the Pictures Generation.
   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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Workshop | Introduction to Belly Dance


Najla is an Egyptian-style belly dance performer and instructor who brings the spirit of the Middle East to New York City and beyond through the beautiful art of belly dance. Practicing the art of Middle Eastern dance since 2001, her performances and classes focus not only on the joy, entertainment, and excitement of dance, but also on presenting Middle Eastern dance in a positive, culturally-informed light.
   New York City, NY; NYC
2:00 pm
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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2:00 pm
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Theater | Shakespeare's Hamlet, a College Production


Rebecca Guy, director, presents Drama students.
   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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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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2:00 pm
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Park Walk | The Art of the Park Tour


Walk and learn about the intricate design of the Park's web of pastoral landscapes and formal romantic vistas.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:30 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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Dance Performance | Dance Works-in-Progress: Diana Crum / Gillian Walsh


Curated by Ishmael Houston-Jones, the DraftWork series hosts informal Saturday afternoon performances that offer choreographers an opportunity to show their work in various stages of development. Performances are followed by discussion and an informal reception.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
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Workshop | Jewelry Making with Gwendolyn Lawson


This hands-on class will teach basic jewelry-making techniques. From an assortment of paper beads you will create your own style of earrings, bracelets and necklaces. Discover how easy it is to design and make your own jewelry. No experience is necessary.
   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 Social Activity -Safe and enjoyable -Fun to learn -Meet and make new friends
   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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Jazz | College Jazz Piano Recital


Jay Hyung Sang Cho, piano
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
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Opening Reception | Scholars Exhibition


The Scholars program is a three-year college preparatory program in art and design for high school students in New York City public schools. This exhibit showcases work created by students at each level of the program, spanning a variety of art and design disciplines. Students present work produced as part of Sandy Storyline, a community-generated narrative of Hurricane Sandy and its aftermath aimed at building a more just and sustainable future.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
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Concert | Nigel Potts, Organist


Church Organist & Choirmaster will perform a concert on the symphonic Schoenstein organ.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
$10 suggested donation

Screening | 2 Films on Malcolm X and a Panel Discussion


6:00pm - Malcolm X Speaks: The Speeches of Malcolm X, 1997, color & B/W 41 min. - Malcolm's speeches from 1963-1965 including several legendary Harlem speeches such as "The Ballot Or The Bullet" and "By Any Means Necessary." 7:00pm - Autobiography Of Malcolm X: His Own Story As It Really Happened, Dir. Marvin Worth, 1972, color & B/W 92 min. - Adapted for the screen from the autobiography he wrote with Alex Haley's assistance, Malcolm X (released two decades before the Spike Lee film Malcolm X) is a stirring portrait of the man whose life has become a rallying cry for millions. 8:30PM - The Malcolm X Legacy Panel: Prof. James Smalls, Malcolm X Pilgrimage Collective/OAAU Sis. Dequi Kioni Sadiki, Malcolm X Commemoration Committee Bro. Mark Harding, Malcolm X- Dr. Betty Shabazz Cultural/Educational Center Bro. Omowale Clay, Malcolm X Celebration Committee/Dec.12th Movement Dr. Rosalind Jefferies, Association for Study of Classical African Civilizations & The National Conference of Artists Sis. Autumn Marie, (Moderator), Malcolm X Grassroots Movement
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
$10 suggested admission

Opening Reception | Peanuts artist Tom Everhart presents an exhibition of new works


Artist Tom Everhart, world-renowned for his paintings of Snoopy, Charlie Brown and the entire Peanuts universe presents his latest exhibition entitled Rollin With the Homies.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Opening Reception | Wasteless, a Student Exhibition


An exhibition of work by Parsons product design students under the direction of faculty member and noted designer Andrea Ruggiero. Students were challenged to design and develop new objects using leather scraps collected over a period of two months at a factory in Tolentino, Italy.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Concert | Pre-College Percussion Recital


Yuto Takamoto, Percussion
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Dancing | Bluegrass Family Dance


Enjoy energetic, joyful community dances for all ages to live music along the river. Family dances are held on select Saturdays, May through August, each celebrating a different culture’s traditional dances and folk music. No partners or experience necessary. James Reams & The Barnstormers play traditional bluegrass music laced with the old-time flavor of the great Bill Monroe, Reno and Smiley, and Flatt and Scruggs. Tunes are played on mandolin, fiddle, stand-up bass, banjo, and harmony vocals, and dance caller Eric Hollman leads the square dancing.
   New York City, NY; NYC
6:30 pm
Free

Dance Performance | College Choreographic Honors


A sampling of works curated from workshops and performances by the Dance Division throughout the year.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
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Performance | Interludes 2063 Improv Comedy


Well met, mutants! IRTE improv returns to perform as INTERLUDES. Set in a post-apocalyptic wasteland, INTERLUDES is the last regional touring theater company taking bookings. Based on audience suggestions, this menagerie of performers will astonish with comic tales of days past - if they don’t kill each other first.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
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Concert | New York Repertory Orchestra performs works by Sibelius and Debussy


Program: Mauer: Illuminations of the Night - World Premiere Sibelius: Violin Concerto Debussy: Nocturnes With: Airi Yoshioka, violin soloist; David Leibowitz, Music Director
   New York City, NY; NYC
8:00 pm
Free

Staged Reading | Play Reading/Concert: The Goldberg Ground by Jane Prendergast


The Arts4All Theatre Group together with the EMG Playwrightts' Workshop is presenting a staged reading of the award-winning play together with a recital by Steven Beck of Johann Sebastian Bach's masterwork, "Goldberg Variations."
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
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Concert | College Piano Recital


Siyi Fang, Collaborative Piano
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:30 pm
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Concert | College Viola Recital


Kim Mai Nguyen, Viola
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:30 pm
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Concert | Earthman Experience, Haitian Funk Ensemble


Haitian-born vocalist and multi-instrumentalist Richard “Earthman” Laurent presides over this nine-piece funk ensemble. Fela Kuti-inspired Afrobeat meets tribal house jams in the live turntablism of former Fugees DJ Hard Hittin Harry, who finds the danceable backbeat of West African djembe. The result is a sound that’s both sensual and mystic.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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