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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on September 13, 2013?

29 free events take place on Friday, September 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 September 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 September . 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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29 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Friday, September 13, 2013

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Workshop | Tai Chi in the Park


Increase physical balance, strength, and mental focus. Learn the ancient Chinese martial art with expert Alex Hing. No experience is necessary. Hing also teaches Tai Chi at the China Institute and Sacred Sounds Yoga. He has practiced martial arts for over 30 years in San Francisco and New York City, including 10 years with Tai Chi grand master William C. C. Chen.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:30 am
Free

Tour | 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
10:00 am
Free

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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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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10:00 am
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Fair | New York Motorexpo


The 2013 New York Motorexpo will transform New York’s premier business district with the free-to-visit display of the latest vehicles from many of the world’s leading motor manufacturers. Get unrivalled access to the exteriors and interiors of the most exciting models from BMW, Cadillac, Ford, Lincoln, MINI, Mercedes-Benz, and more.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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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 of this great sacred space from 1892 to the present.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
$6

Workshop | Park Pétanque


Learn to play pétanque, the popular European game anchored in precision, patience, and camaraderie from members of La Boule New Yorkaise, NYC’s championship-winning club.
   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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Tour | Federal Reserve Bank Tour


Learn about central banking functions that Federal Reserve System performs and see Bank's vault of international 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.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:15 am
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Park Walk | Tavern and Its Green Tour


Discover the parade ground that became the Sheep Meadow and sheepfold that became a world famous restaurant, then explore the Children’s District and the Mall with its statues and majestic stand of American Elms. Route moderately flat. 60 minutes.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Concert | Bach at Noon


The keyboard works of Bach offered in 30-minute meditations by Patrick Allen, organist and master of choristers, and Phillip Lamb, organ scholar.
   New York City, NY; NYC
12:20 pm
Free

Concert | Award-Winning Pianist & Film-Song Composer


Dan Manjovi is an award-winning musician and composer, and a New York favorite. His song Somethin's Comin' My Way is featured in the film and soundtrack to the 2009 Oscar-award winning Lionsgate film Precious. As a solo artist singer/songwriter he has released two solo albums, Dan Manjovi (2005), and Woke Up This Morning (2008).
   New York City, NY; NYC
12:30 pm
Free

Tour | Grand Central and Its Neighborhood


Discover architecture and social history of Grand Central neighborhood; learn secrets of Whispering Gallery 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.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
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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.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
$6

Film | Lajos Koltai's Evening (2007): Morphine Memories


With Claire Danes, Toni Collette, Meryl Streep. This deeply emotional drama focuses on the secrets we share and the defining moments of connection between mothers and daughters, family and friends and the loves of our lives. The center of the film is Ann Grant, a 65-year-old woman with terminal cancer who is drifting back into her past through morphine-induced memories. 117 min.
   New York City, NY; NYC
1:00 pm
Free

Workshop | Learn Fencing in the Park


Take a stab at the modern sport of fencing with masters from Manhattan Fencing Center. No prior experience needed and equipment is provided.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Workshop | Learn Juggling in the Park


Test your coordination and dexterity with free juggling lessons in the park. All skill levels are welcome to join in the fun. Equipment is provided. Lessons are weather permitting. You'll be surprised that Alex and Jordan can often be found outside tossing pins in the snow!
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Tour | Greenwich Village Tour


Greenwich Village is among Manhattan's most desirable and expensive residential neighborhoods. It's history, however, betrays it's monied status. The Village, with it's quiet, shaded streets, lined with lovely brick and brownstone townhouses, was once the incubating ground of artistic, social and political movements that have helped shape US history. From the Beats to the Folk Movement, from workers rights to gay rights, the Village has often been the center of it all.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Tour | 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 | Uncovering Your Family History: Researching Vital Records and the Census


Discover genealogical resources at the New York Public Library. Uncovering your Family History explores vital records and the census in documenting your genealogy.
   New York City, NY; NYC
3:15 pm
Free

Concert | 3 Folk Music Acts


5:30 Rick Snyder - Quirky country songwriting 6:05 Phil Andrews (Apocalypse Five and Dime) - Unconventional folk 6:40 Ellia Bisker (Sweet Soubrette) - Charming ukulele-based cabaret folk
   New York City, NY; NYC
5:30 pm
Free

Park Walk | Central Park Sunset Tour


Join Free Tours by Foot as they stroll through the park and tell the epic story of New York's green oasis. Once described as the lungs of the city, Central Park brings a breath of fresh air to New York's crowded urban terrain. What started out as the rocky and desolate northern fringes of a rapidly expanding city is today amongst the world's most famous and beloved public parks. Originally intended to bring people of all walks of life together -- a people's park -- Central Park lives up to it's original designs. With over 843 acres of meadows, hills, ball fields and bodies of water, it's impossible not to find something to enjoy in Central Park.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
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Park Walk | The High Line Sunset Tour


The area around the High Line Park was a vital business district of New York City, supplying fresh fruits, French Cheeses and Russian caviar as well as fresh meats to City markets. The hustle and bustle of the streets induced the City to elevate the railroad trains delivering goods to the commercial buildings. When interstate truck traffic made the railway outdated, it fell into ruin, only to be regenerated as a park.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
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Lecture | "My Home Is Where I Am: Re-Mapping My Afro-Italian Identity"


A lecture by Igiaba Scego, a writer, journalist and activist. Her latest work, La mia casa è dove sono (2010), won the Premio Mondello 2011. Her previous works include Nessuna pietà (2009); Oltre Babilonia (2008); and Rhoda (2004). She is a visiting scholar in the Department of Italian Studies for the month of September.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Opening Reception | Group Show: The Drive Home: Print Exchange 2013


Works from a print exchange that has traveled the globe. Earlier this year, Art House Co-op asked 500 printmakers to submit an edition of 12 prints in response to the theme, "The Drive Home. " In return each artist received 10 prints from other participants. These works now find a permanent home at the Brooklyn Art Library, but not before one last stop.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Opening Reception | Installation: Brian Doan's hôme hôme hôme


An exhibition of new works by Vietnamese-born photographer and mixed-media artist Brian Doan. The artist’s first solo exhibition in New York City will explore his lifelong struggle with national and individual identity and reflect upon his experiences both as a child in war-scarred Vietnam and later as a young Vietnamese immigrant to the United States.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Other | NY(DRAG)U: strutting their fiercest drags!


NY(DRAG)U is back for its third run, featuring the magnificent Bebe Zahara Benet (winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 1) as Mistress of Ceremony! Students from the Square will take the challenge to strut their fiercest drag. Student winner of Drag Competition will win an iPad2.
   New York City, NY; NYC
6:00 pm
Free

Performance | No Name... & A Bag O' Chips Comedy/Variety Show


With: acclaimed author/storyteller Slash Coleman (The Bohemian Love Dairies), performer/cultural commentator Kristina Wong (Edinburgh Fringe Festival), singer/songwriter Emily Miele and comedy club and college favorite Ray Marshall.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Reading | Reading: How I Learned Last Hurrah


FEATURING: ANDY ROSS (Humor Writer / Host, Real Characters) DANA ROSSI (Storyteller / Host, The Soundtrack Series) DAVID CRABB (Performer / Host, The Moth) ISAAC OLIVER (Playwright / Performer, Intimacy Idiot) ROSIE SCHAAP (Author, Drinking With Men; NY Times "Drink" Columnist) BRAD LAWRENCE (Performer / Host, Best In Show) BLAISE ALLYSEN KEARSLEY (Creator / Producer / Host of The How I Learned Series) PLUS! Prepare a FIVE-MINUTE "how I learned" story and drop your name in the hat for a chance to tell it.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
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Play | Retro Musical Comedy

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Play | Emmy Nominee in a Play About Lifelong Friendship

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