free things to do in New York City
Free events for Saturday, 10/13/12
<

October 2012

>
Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa
 123456
78910111213
14151617181920
21222324252627
28293031   
Free Events, Free Things to Do in New York City!  Read More

Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on October 13, 2012?

46 free events take place on Saturday, October 13 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 October 13 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 October . 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.
Join the Club!

Go!
The quality and quantity of
free events,
free things to do
that happen in New York City
every day of the year
is truly amazing.

So don't miss the opportunities
that only New York provides:
stop wondering what to do;
start taking advantage of
free events to go to,
free things to do in NYC
today!

46 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Saturday, October 13, 2012

All events are free unless otherwise noted.
        

Tour | 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 the walk 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. Rain or Shine!
   New York City, NY; NYC
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
Join the Club!
Go!
9:30 am
Free

Other | Tatzu Nishi: Discovering Columbus: Visit the Famous Statue Up Close and 70 Feet in the Air


This major new artwork has been created by the Japanese artist Tatzu Nishi. The work places the 13-foot-tall statue of Columbus in the center of an American living room six stories above the city streets, recontextualizing the historical monument and temporarily transforming it into a contemporary artwork. The room will feature many of the trappings of a domestic living room—lamps, a couch, a coffee table, a television, and more—as well as custom wallpaper by the artist. Through large, loft-style windows, visitors will have dramatic views of Central Park and Midtown Manhattan that will be seen from Columbus’s perspective for the first time. Pass holders are asked to climb six flights of stairs to a height of 70 feet above street level and to descend by a second set of stairs. Flat, rubber-soled shoes are strongly recommended. This exhibition is ADA accessible. If a visitor requires the use of a mobility device (e.g. wheelchair, crutches, or a cane) or has a condition that prevents him or her from using the stairs, a hoist is available. Visitors under 13 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Those between the ages of 13 and 18 may visit without an adult, however a parent or guardian must obtain a pass for them. Given the physical demands of visiting the exhibition, it is not recommended for children under the age of 5. Strollers are not permitted.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Join the Club!
Go!
10:00 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
Join the Club!
Go!
10:00 am
Free

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
Join the Club!
Go!
10:00 am
Free

Workshop | Drawing in the Park


Sketch and paint the Hudson River and neighboring parks with an artist/educator. Materials provided. For adults.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Join the Club!
Go!
10:00 am
Free

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
10:00 am
Free

Hike | Sparkill Circular Hike


8-9 miles. Moderate pace on CLARKE RAIL Trail and LONG PATH, many ups & downs passing Orangetown, Clausland Park, Nike Overlook Park and Piermont-out to Sparkill. Bring lunch & water.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Join the Club!
Go!
10:15 am
$3 plus fare

Book Discussion | Book Club: The Tiger's Wife by Tea Obrecht


A lively discussion.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Join the Club!
Go!
10:30 am
Free

Park Walk | “Amble Through the Ramble” Tour


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
Join the Club!
Go!
10:30 am
Free

Festival | 23rd Annual Autumn Crafts Festival


AN EXPOSITION AND SALE OF SUPERIOR QUALITY AMERICAN CRAFTS. 250 Juried Craft Displays selected from every region of the United States. Continuous entertainment, craft demonstrations. Rain or shine.
   New York City, NY; NYC
11:00 am
Free

Symposium | Caribbean Crossroads


Caribbean Crossroads is the scholarly cornerstone of the exhibition CARIBBEAN: Crossroads of the World, and brings together artists, writers, scholars, and community leaders to examine the arts and culture of the Caribbean, as well as the legacy of artists and activists who gave voice to the communities of the diaspora. Through panels, performances, and screenings, scholars and practitioners explore the literary, visual, and performing arts; tradition of festival practices; and the legacies of key historical figures in the region.
   New York City, NY; NYC
11:00 am
Free

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
Join the Club!
Go!
11:00 am
$6

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
Join the Club!
Go!
11:00 am
Free

Book Discussion | Book Club: The Boy in the Suitcase by Lene Kaaberbøl & Agnete Friis


Got a taste for crime and a yen for travel? Like being transported by both crafty plots and exotic locales? Then join our group of armchair detectives for a killer discussion of murder and mayhem that spans the globe.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Join the Club!
Go!
11:30 am
Free

Fair | Block Party


Free Musical Performances by Joe’s Pub Favorites and Public Theater Artists Including a Sneak Peak at the Musicals Giant, Here Lies Love, The Total Bent and Fun Home. Delicious Food Options Available for a Fun Fall Afternoon. Music performances will be presented outdoors during the family-friendly block party and open house. The lineup includes sneak peeks from The Public’s upcoming New York premiere of Giant by Sybille Pearson and Michael John LaChiusa; the world premiere musical Here Lies Love by David Byrne and Fatboy Slim; the Public Lab production of Fun Home by Jeanine Tesori and Lisa Kron; as well as last season’s Public Lab hit The Total Bent by Stew and Heidi Rodewald; Jessy Carolina & The Hot Mess, the jazz and blues band specializing in American music reminiscent of The Ziegfeld Follies; Sasha Allen of the Tony Award-winning Broadway revival HAIR; the award winning five-string banjo player Tony Trischka; and M.A.K.U. SoundSystem, an eight-member band from Colombia which takes its inspiration from traditional Afro-Colombian rhythms; among others.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Join the Club!
Go!
12:00 pm
Free

Workshop | Movement Workshop


With Daria Faïn.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Join the Club!
Go!
12:00 pm
Free

Performance | Puppet Show: Lauren Bon and the Metabolic Studio present The Gopher Plan


In affiliation with the Creative Time Summit, The Gopher Plan is a twenty-five minute-long puppet show musical for all ages about ending veteran homelessness. A formerly homeless veteran will perform the show from a VW van—his residence—while he prepares to travel to Washington D.C. to present a solution to veteran homelessness to the President. Like an old style traveling marionette show, this musical production will unfold for all audiences and conclude with a Q&A with the performers. This production brings a challenging subject to international audiences packaged as engaging artwork. The Gopher Plan will be presented from 12pm-3pm and 6pm-8pm.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Join the Club!
Go!
12:00 pm
Free

Film | Mark Steven Johnson's Ghost Rider (2007): Excuse Me, Mister, But Your Head's on Fire


With Nicolas Cage, Wes Bentley, Eva Mendes. Stunt motorcyclist Johnny Blaze gives up his soul to become a hellblazing vigilante, to fight against power hungry Blackheart, the son of the devil himself. 123 min.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Join the Club!
Go!
12:15 pm
Free

Tour | “Manhattan Adirondacks” Tour


Olmsted and Vaux designed the North Woods to replicate the forests of the Adirondack Mountains with its crystal streams, calming cascades, and rustic bridges. This scenic and meditative walk is right in New York City's backyard. Tour will be approximately one hour.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Join the Club!
Go!
12:30 pm
Free

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
Join the Club!
Go!
1:00 pm
$6

City Walk | Greenwich Village Food Tour


Greenwich Village is well-known for its shady, winding streets with 19th Century houses, for its bohemian roots and historic Washington Square Park. But the Village's tree-lined streets are also lined with some of the best restaurants and food specialty shops in all of the Big Apple. Just ask celebrity chefs of the Food Network, food critics from the New York Times and thousands of New Yorkers: Greenwich Village is THE place to find the best of every cuisine.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Join the Club!
Go!
1:00 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
Join the Club!
Go!
1:00 pm
Free

Lecture | The Making and Unmaking of American Presidents


Professor Robert Dallek, a leading presidential historian recently retired from Harvard University, will speak. Dallek’s many books include Franklin D. Roosevelt and American Foreign Policy, 1932–1945, winner of the Bancroft Prize in American history; acclaimed biographies of Harry Truman, John F. Kennedy, and Lyndon Johnson; and Nixon and Kissinger: Partners in Power, a finalist for the 2009 Pulitzer Prize. The program opens with the premiere of a fanfare composed by David Tcimpidis, commissioned for the occasion and performed by students. A gala reception follows.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Join the Club!
Go!
1:00 pm
Free

Workshop | Hand-Made Crafternoon


Join crafty librarian Jessica Pigza of the Rare Book Division and Crafternoon author Maura Madden at this free DIY day. They’ll be joined by designer, crafter, and writer Sarah Goldschadt.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Join the Club!
Go!
2:00 pm
Free

Book Signing | Terry Pratchett signs copies of his book Dodger


Discworld author Terry Pratchett turns his sites to London as he present his new book. A limited number of pre-signed bookplates will be available to all book buyers.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Join the Club!
Go!
2:00 pm
Free

Discussion | The Gorgeous Nothings: Emily Dickinson's Envelope-Poems


Jen Bervin and Marta Werner present text and images from their new edition, The Gorgeous Nothings: Emily Dickinson's Envelope-Poems. A quiet masterpiece— equal parts artist book, portfolio, and act of archival scholarship—this new publication features nearly fifty full-color prints of manuscripts by Emily Dickinson, many of which are published for the first time here in facsimile. Steve Clay, publisher of Granary Books, will interview Bervin and Werner on the edition and related Dickinson and Granary Books projects, followed by a hands-on opportunity for the audience to explore the edition.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Join the Club!
Go!
2:00 pm
Free

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
Join the Club!
Go!
2:00 pm
Free

Concert | Alexander Wu, Pianist


Yamaha pianist Alexander A. Wu performs a new program presented in conjunction with the Daniel Pearl Foundation’s 11th Annual Daniel Pearl World Music Days.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Join the Club!
Go!
2:30 pm
Free

Park Walk | West Side Stories Tour


Walk through a scenic area on the western edge of the Park, much of which is off the beaten track for most visitors. See rolling meadows, lake views, bridges of different styles, and a garden with flowers and plants mentioned by Shakespeare.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Join the Club!
Go!
2:30 pm
Free

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
Join the Club!
Go!
3:00 pm
Free

Film | Mark Nevildine & Brian Taylor's Ghost Rider: Spirit of Vengeance (2011): Superhero Sequel


With Nicolas Cage, Ciarán Hinds and Idris Elba. As Johnny Blaze hides out in Eastern Europe, he is called upon to stop the devil, who is trying to take human form. 93 min.
   New York City, NY; NYC
3:00 pm
Free

Concert | Voices À La Carte: Beguiled Again - The Songs of Rodgers & Hart


Music by Richard Rodgers, Lyrics by Lorenz Hart. Conceived by J. Barry Lewis, Lynnette Barkley and Craig D. Ames.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Join the Club!
Go!
3:00 pm
$5

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
Join the Club!
Go!
4:00 pm
Free

Concert | Voice and Piano Works by Schumann, Debussy and Foster


Program: SCHUMANN ROBERT SCHUMANN Dichterliebe, Op. 48 DEBUSSY Trois ballades de Villon FOSTER "Beautiful Dreamer" FOSTER "Hard Times Come Again No More" FOSTER "Ring, ring de banjo!" FOSTER "Jeanie with the Light Brown Hair" FOSTER "Susanna (Oh! Susanna)" Baritone Jeffrey Goble is winning over audiences with his creamy voice and ambitious taste in music. Wowing audiences in classic roles like Figaro in Il barbiere di Siviglia and Schaunard in La bohème, he’s also a passionate promoter of new operatic works such as Mark Adamo’s Little Women, Ricky Ian Gordon’s The Grapes of Wrath, and William Bolcom’s A Wedding. Winning honorable mention in the prestigious Marilyn Horne Song Competition, he also recently performed in Carnegie Hall’s The Song Continues master class with famed pianist Graham Johnson. Jerome Tan came to the United States from Singapore on a music scholarship to the Peabody Institute of the Johns Hopkins University, where he earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees. In 2002, Tan was invited to attend Music Academy of the West in Santa Barbara, where he won the Marilyn Horne Foundation Award as collaborative pianist. Since then, he has returned to the stage many times for vocal recitals at Carnegie Hall, France’s Music Academy at Villecroze, and the Steans Music Institute of the Ravinia Festival. Tan has worked with the Gotham Chamber Opera and Opera Company of Philadelphia.
   New York City, NY; NYC
4:00 pm
Free

Concert | Student Piano Recital


With Beka Gochiashvili.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Join the Club!
Go!
5:00 pm
Free

Concert | Faculty Voice Recital


With Soprano Soo Yeon Kim.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Join the Club!
Go!
6:00 pm
Free

Staged Reading | Play Reading: Aeschylus’ Oresteia


Project creActor, a group of highly talented young German actors from Munich, presents a staged reading of Oresteia, managing to transmit Ancient Greek pathos to today’s world with an authentic tonality. The event is bilingual (English/German) with verses in Greek and suitable for non-German speakers.
   New York City, NY; NYC
6:30 pm
Free

Concert | Peace Concert


A music and meditation experience, using rare films and live musical performances to recreate Sri Chinmoy's soul-stirring concerts.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Join the Club!
Go!
7:00 pm
Free

Concert | Student Flute Recitals


Second-place prize winners of the Alexander and Buono International Flute Competition will perform works for flute and piano.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Join the Club!
Go!
7:00 pm
Free

Screening | Documentary: Matia & Mohamed Jabarah Al-Daradji's In My Mother's Arms (2011)


A desperate phone call requesting donations for a makeshift Iraqi orphanage first brought filmmaking brothers Atia and Mohamed Jabarah Al-Daradji to a two-bedroom house in the notoriously dangerous Baghdad neighborhood of Al-Sadr. Husham, an unlikely hero working tirelessly without state support to shelter and protect more than thirty children, had been given two weeks to vacate the premises and had neither money nor resources at his disposal. 82 min.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Join the Club!
Go!
7:30 pm
$10 suggested donation

Staged Reading | Play Reading: Girl Science by Larry Loebell


The Morningside Players will be presenting a staged reading of a new play, Girl Science by Larry Loebell - an ambitious academic uncovers the unexpected secrets of a famed environmentalist a fascinating drama/mystery. Top professional AEA actors. Free wine, cheese and discussion to follows.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Join the Club!
Go!
7:30 pm
$8 suggested donation...

Concert | Voices À La Carte: Beguiled Again - The Songs of Rodgers & Hart


Music by Richard Rodgers, Lyrics by Lorenz Hart. Conceived by J. Barry Lewis, Lynnette Barkley and Craig D. Ames.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Join the Club!
Go!
8:00 pm
$5

Concert | Student Harp Recital


With Michelle Gott.
   New York City, NY; NYC
Join the Club!
Go!
8:30 pm
Free

Jazz | Heloise & The Savoir Faire, Disco-Laced Electro-Punkers


Heloise & The Savoir Faire specialize in high-energy disco-laced electro-punk fitted with wry commentaries on pop culture. Frontwoman Heloise Williams, who has collaborated with everyone from Phish to members of the Art Ensemble of Chicago, is a propulsive force on the group’s latest album, Trash, Rats & Microphones, which features a guest appearance by none other than punk icon Debbie Harry.
   New York City, NY; NYC
9:00 pm
No cover, no...

Concert | Rock & Soul: Preachermann and The Revival


Preachermann and The Revival is a New York based group with a history of performances in local venues like CBGB, The Knitting Factory and The Kitchen. The band has also previously performed at Joe's Pub. In addition to performing original favorites like 'Preachermann' and 'Careful What You Wish For', Preachermann and The Revival will treat the crowd to an atomic soul rendition of the classic Allman Brothers track 'Whipping Post.'
   New York City, NY; NYC
Join the Club!
Go!
9:00 pm
Free
Complimentary Tickets

to shows, concerts ... (CFT Deals!)

Broadway | Broadway Show!

Regular Price: $101
CFT Member Price: $0.00

Musical | A Musical Comedy Inspired by a Classic Story

Regular Price: $81.50
CFT Member Price: $0.00
Join the Club!

Go!