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Free events for Saturday, 09/03/11
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36 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Saturday, September 3, 2011

All events are free unless otherwise noted.
        

Workshop | Fitness Walking Program


Hour-long classes with a 10-minute warm up, 30 minute fitness walk, and 20 minutes of strengthening, more stretching, and cool-down. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:30 am
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Workshop | Bike New York Pedal Stop


Pedal Stops Bike New York are rider-assistance-and-information stations that provide cyclists with bike more safety checks, safety instruction, ride suggestions, basic bike repair, informal bike skills, NYPD bike ID, and bike rentals through Bike and Roll. Ride over and check it out! less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:00 am
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Workshop | Bike New York Pedal Stop


This rider assistance and information event provides cyclists with safety instruction, ride suggestions, more basic bike repair, and (if you don't have your own bike) rentals through Bike and Roll. Ride over and check it out! Weather permitting. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:30 am
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Workshop | Health and Race Walking Clinic


Moderate to brisk walks led by the NY Walkers Club for people 18 years and older of all abilities. This more low-impact fitness program is perfect for those who want to get in shape, build muscle tone and strength, and increase cardiovascular health while enjoying the Park’s beautiful landscapes. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:30 am
Free

City Walk | New York's West Side Museums & Cultural Institutions Walk (Part 1)


8+ miles, 5 hours, moderate pace. Walk by museums and cultural institutions on Manhattan’s West Side. more Bring lunch, water, and snacks. Heavy rain cancels. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:30 am
$3

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
Free

Workshop | I Meditate NY Workshop


Creativity is the font of innovation. Innovation spurs on progress. Creativity, and hence innovation, more is often sparked by a random thought. But how do you harness your brain to have random creative thoughts in a sustained fashion? Join I Meditate NY in this live meditation as they explore the connection between meditation and sustainable creativity. I Meditate NY is a meditation movement empowering New Yorkers to do more of the things they love by recharging through meditation: a practical way to refresh every day. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
10:00 am
Free

Workshop | Kayaking on the Hudson


Join 20-minute instructional paddles, and explore the Hudson River first hand. Please wear a bathing more suit or shorts and a t-shirt, and know how to swim. Weather permitting. No registration required. Kayaks and life vests provided. less
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10:00 am
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Tour | “The Castle and its Kingdom” Tour


Take a walk around the lands dominated by the Castle, situated high on Vista Rock. Visit the tiny 55-acre more realm on an eclectic tour of history and nature. Tour is approximately one hour. less
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10:00 am
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Tour | Cathedral Tour


Explore the Cathedral's newly cleaned and restored Nave. Learn about the art, architecture and history 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

Park Walk | Garden Tour


Experience the Park's only formal garden with the Garden staff. See exuberant perennial and annual beds, more and delight in an abundance of color and fragrance while learning about the Garden's history and design. less
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11:00 am
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City Walk | Hudson River Walk


6-7 miles, easy walk with a moderate pace along the Hudson. See views of river and New Jersey. Plenty more of dropoff points. Walk can be extended as far as group wishes. Bring lunch and water. less
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11:00 am
$3

Workshop | Kayaking and Community Rowing


Get out on the water for kayaking and community rowing. Children under 18 must have an adult guardian more present. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
11:00 am
Free

Parade | Lavagem da Rua 46 Brazilian Cultural Parade & Festival


A mystic tradition that started in the 18th century in Bahia, Brazil, the Lavagem da 46 Rua or Cleansing more of 46th street was brought abroad and reformulated for the United States by Silvana Magda, with the support of the Brazilian entrepreneur João de Matos. The Lavagem of 46th Street unites diverse voices and rhythms to genuinely represent the enchantment, the tradition of not only Bahia but all the people. This event will celebrate the purification, the energy, the nature, the unification of the people and the perpetuation of peace. The Lavagem da 46 Rua or Cleansing of 46th street in 2011, much bigger and highly acclaimed, will feature honor guests and new popular folkloric festivities from various parts of Brazil. The stage will then be opened to Brazilian bands, featuring world renowned artists and local artists, samba dancers, games involving crowd participation and the exciting 4th annual pageant “Musa do Brazilian Day,” in which the audience will be the judge. Parade: 11am to 12pm Festival: 12pm to 4pm less
   New York City, NY; NYC
11:00 am
Free

Workshop | NYRP Club Fit


NYRP’s free, outdoor yoga classes are a great way to stay fit. These hour-long sessions, led by licensed more instructors from Harlem Yoga Studio and Brooklyn Holistic, will help burn calories while educating participants about proper form, tempo and mindset needed for a fulfilling and exciting workout. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Dance Lesson | Park Moves with Limon Dance


Free Classes in the Park. Experience the joy of movement and dance. Classes are led by former and current more members of the internationally renowned modern dance company, Limon Dance. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
11:00 am
Free

Workshop | Ping Pong in the Park


Test your skills at state-of-the-art tables. Paddles and balls are provided free of charge to all skill more levels. Sign up with an attendant in the park to play. less
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11:00 am
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Fair | Street Fair


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11:00 am
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Fair | Street Fair


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11:00 am
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City Walk | 8th Street & St. Marks Place Tour


Discover Greenwich Village history and gossip that even New York's cognoscenti don't know. Rain or Shine.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:30 am
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City Walk | El Barrio Today Walking Tour


El Barrio Today Arts Cluster invites you to come explore the neighborhood. Highlights include the Graffiti more Wall of Fame, Julia de Burgos Boulevard, local murals and much more. less
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11:30 am
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Festival | NYC Unicycle Festival


A day of unicycle races, games, shows, and the largest group of one-wheeled enthusiasts to gather in more the five boroughs. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Other | Outdoor Art Exhibit


The exhibit consists of oils, pastels, watercolors, mixed media, graphics, photography, sculpture, and more crafts including fabric, jewelry, glass, wood, and ceramics. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Concert | Artz, Rootz, & Rhythm Festival


Artz, Rootz & Rhythm is intended to showcase the multi-disciplinary talent and art forms of its member more artists and organizations, and to build awareness of Harlem's cultural vitality. less
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1:00 pm
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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

Screening | Daily Screenings: Mother Earth in Crisis | Elders’ Wisdom


With: Elderly Words: Who’s Threatening the Water?, Elderly Words: How Did We Do Elderly Words? and more Owners of the Water: Conflict & Collaboration Over Rivers. Starts at 1pm and 3pm. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Workshop | Free Kayaking


Free kayaking in Hallets Cove. No reservations are required. Paddles are offered on a first come first more served basis. Duration depends upon volunteer turnout and demand. All participants must wear a life jacket, sign a waiver of liability and be able to swim. Children must be accompanied by a legal parent or guardian. All paddles are subject to cancellation due to inclement weather or recent heavy rain. less
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1:00 pm
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Tour | Guided Tour of LMCC's Arts Center


In 2010, LMCC transformed Building 110 on Governors Island, formerly a historic Army warehouse on the more island's northern shore, into a multi-use arts facility for the development and presentation of new work in the performing and visual arts. Building 110: LMCC's Arts Center at Governors Island houses 20 visual artist studios, 2 rehearsal studios, and an exhibition space, all with sweeping views of the Lower Manhattan skyline and New York Harbor. Artists-in-residence are offered a retreat-style experience just minutes from the city and audiences gain unique access to New York City's newest cultural destination. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free

Tour | Tavern and Its Green Tour


Discover the sheepfold that became a world famous restaurant, a parade ground that became the Sheep Meadow, more the Children's District, The Mall including its statues. less
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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 more 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! less
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2:00 pm
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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 more most visitors. See rolling meadows, lake views, bridges of different styles, and a garden with flowers and plants mentioned by Shakespeare. less
   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 more TBA. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
3:00 pm
Free

Tour | Guided Tour of LMCC's Arts Center


In 2010, LMCC transformed Building 110 on Governors Island, formerly a historic Army warehouse on the more island's northern shore, into a multi-use arts facility for the development and presentation of new work in the performing and visual arts. Building 110: LMCC's Arts Center at Governors Island houses 20 visual artist studios, 2 rehearsal studios, and an exhibition space, all with sweeping views of the Lower Manhattan skyline and New York Harbor. Artists-in-residence are offered a retreat-style experience just minutes from the city and audiences gain unique access to New York City's newest cultural destination. less
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4:00 pm
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Workshop | Yoga in the Park


Bring your own yoga mat. Class will be cancelled if it is raining.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
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Jazz | Bob Kindred Ensemble with Anne Phillips


An evening of cool jazz performed by the Bob Kindred Ensemble with vocalist Anne Phillips. Calling more all blankets, picnic baskets, and candles! less
   New York City, NY; NYC
6:00 pm
Free

Discussion | When is Utopia?


For roughly a decade, beginning in 1967, the Utopie group offered a militant alternative to professional more urban planning and sociology journals, formulating a critique of the technocratic and administrative rule over a disabled and alienated urban society, while also projecting an ephemeral urban poetics. Utopie: Texts and Projects 1967-1978 anthologizes and translates material from group's magazines, pamphlets, posters, exhibitions, and articles. The work provides a window onto the group's intellectual concerns, but also onto the tumultuous period in which a number of architects, urbanists, and sociologists worked in close collaboration. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
6:30 pm
Free
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Classical Music | Orchestral Music Influenced by Jazz and Blues at a Major Concert Hall

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Musical | A Musical with Broadway Actors and Choreographer

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