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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on September 14, 2024?

46 free events take place on Saturday, September 14 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 14 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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46 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Saturday, September 14, 2024

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Workshop | Rooftop Yoga


Sputnik Yoga presents yoga sessions throughout the entire summer.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:00 am
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Tour | NYC Walking Tours: A Variety of Neighborhoods - Choose One Tour Or Many


These tours take place at various times. You can make reservations for as many tours as your schedule allows. See link for details: scroll down to find the daily scheduled tours at $4 (more expensive tours are listed on top). Daily tours may include: Brooklyn Bridge SoHo, Little Italy and Chinatown Lower Manhattan Harlem Downtown Combined Greenwich Village Central Park Lower Manhattan Midtown Manhattan Graffiti and Street Art Tours
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:30 am
$4

Workshop | Drawing in the Park


Paint in watercolor or use pastels and other drawing materials to capture the magical vistas of the Hudson River and the unique landscape of the cove. An artist/educator will help participants of all levels with instruction and critique. Materials provided, and artists are encouraged to bring their own favorite media
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Workshop | Kayaking in the Park


Glide along the water this season in a protected embayment with public kayaking. All levels are welcome including first-time kayakers - life vests and all equipment provided, as well as instruction. Children under 18 must have an adult guardian present.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Dance Lesson | Moves with Limon Dance - Outdoors


Led by dancers from the world-renowned Limon Dance Company, this free modern dance class is open to all levels and ages. Join us Saturday mornings this summer and revel in the joy of dance!
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Fair | Street Fair


Free fun for the whole family, including arts, crafts, antiques, plants, entertainment, games, and more.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Fair | Street Fair


Free fun for the whole family, including arts, crafts, antiques, plants, entertainment, games, and more.
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10:00 am
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Fair | Street Fair


Free fun for the whole family, including arts, crafts, antiques, plants, entertainment, games, and more.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Workshop | Crossword Tournament in the Park


Solvers will compete on three original puzzles by crossword guru Mike Shenk, with scoring based on accuracy and speed. The top three singles competitors will move to a final round. Prizes will be awarded to the top three finishers in three divisions. This year, they are excited to share our new pairs division! Grab a friend and put your heads together to solve our one-of-a-kind puzzles. Duos will only be elligible to compete against other pairs. Facilitated by crossword experts Amy Goldstein, Puzzability and Mike Shenk, The Wall Street Journal Puzzle Editor.
   New York City, NY; NYC
10:30 am
Free

Birdwatching | Migration Celebration


Enjoy the annual celebration of all the creatures that migrate through and pass by Battery Park City. The morning will feature a host of activities presented by several guest environmental organizations working to make our city more sustainable to migrators. Plus: A discovery zone, art making, birdwatching, nature walk, and so much more! 10:30AM: ART MAKING & ACTIVITIES 11:45 PM: BIRDWATCHING & NATURE WALK
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:30 am
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Park Walk | Island Walking Tour


Look into the past of the Island and learn about its excit-ing trans-for-ma-tion and future. In this walk-ing tour led by volunteer guides, you'll explore the Island's historic district and new 43-acre park. Tours exam-ine how his-toric preser-va-tion, inno-v-a-tive design, and envi-ron-men-tal stew-ard-ship make the Island what it is today: one of the most unique pub-lic places in New York City. The tour route is approximately 1 mile on paved, wheelchair accessible paths. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:45 am
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Birdwatching | Accessible Birding


The park commands sweeping views of the Palisades and the Hudson River from soaring cliffs of bedrock in northern Manhattan. Past encounters include a variety of birds such as Bald Eagles and Ruby-throated Hummingbirds. The park’s 67 acres are accessible to birders of all abilities and disabilities. Accessible-friendly routes including many well-paved walkways are suitable for birders with strollers, carriages, wheelchairs, walkers, canes, etc. Accessibility is enhanced by birding guide and educator Alexandra Wang (Avian Alex), M.S. Ed., who offers augmentative and alternative communication pamphlets, Braille pamphlets and plush birds for an inclusive birding tour.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Workshop | Bollywood & Bhangra Dance Workout on the River


Start your Saturday morning with fitness dance steps for all. Dancers of all levels (and ages) are welcome to learn technique from the best. Originating in India, these dance forms highlight rhythm, expression and passion. Bhangra, particularly, is a high-energy folk dance with origins from Punjab in India and Pakistan, a dance now learned and loved by many.
   New York City, NY; NYC
11:00 am
Free

Workshop | Building a Comic Book Environment


Learn the fundamentals of comic books with Professor Ed Murr, formally an artist at Marvel Comics. Create your own comic book world, unique characters and sequential art. All levels welcome.  
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Workshop | Cardio Sculpt Workout


This high energy exercise class consists of functional and body weight strength exercises paired with cardio to get your heart pumping! Cardio Sculpt is taught to music and open to all levels. The goal of this class is to exercise your body and have fun doing it! Please bring a mat Instructor: Genell Chappel  
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Museums | Family Day at a Seaport: Games, Galleries, Ships


Family weekends at this museum offer a range of activities indoors and outdoors: explore traditional games, walk through galleries or go aboard a ship or two. Not for children under 3.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Museums | Jewish History: Centuries of Art


As one of the largest collections of art in Jewish culture globally, the venue features an extensive array of historical Jewish artifacts as well as modern and contemporary art.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Workshop | Learn Juggling in the Park


Get in a quick lesson, stay for the whole time, or just enjoy watching them put their skills to the test. They're a friendly group and open to drop-ins, even if you catch them outside of the regular juggling lessons. All skill levels welcome. Equipment is provided.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Musical | New Short Musicals Debuts


A series of 20-minute musicals. Registration required.
   New York City, NY; NYC
11:00 am
Free

Workshop | Shape Up NYC Dance Fitness


Shape Up NYC offers free fitness classes to help New Yorkers get and stay fit.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Screening | Hispanic Heritage Celebration: TV Show and Concert Recordings with Celia Cruz, Tito Puente, Grammy Awards, and More


Immerse yourself in a curated selection of TV shows and musical programs celebrating some of the most influential and groundbreaking contributions by legendary Hispanic and Latino/a performers. Screenings will include the Latin Grammy Awards, Saturday Night Live with Desi Arnaz, performances by Celia Cruz and Tito Puente as well as children's shows such as Dora the Explorer, Go, Diego, Go, The Brothers Garcia, etc.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Workshop | Kayaking with a View of Manhattan


Enjoy a kayak trip on a NY creek! Get wet and take in the view! Family friendly; height requirement is 4'10". Arrive early: spots are first come-first serve.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Open Studios | Open Studios on the Island


Engage with the artists and learn about their cre­ative prac­tice and works in progress, or attend a film screen­ing or work­shop. 12:00 PM — 5:00 PM: Open Stu­dios 1:00 PM — 2:00 PM: Kiara Cristi­na Ven­tu­ra | Trop­i­cal Fre­quen­cies, poet­ry workshop 2:00 PM — 3:30 PM: Teach Me What Love Is | Karaoke work­shop — Spanish 3:00 PM — 3:30 PM: Yefu Liu | Man, The Unknown, film screening 3:30 PM — 4:00 PM: Regi­na Evans | Somebody’s Baby, Somebody’s Child, per­for­mance ritual/ceremony 3:30 PM — 5:00 PM: Teach Me What Love Is | Karaoke work­shop — Mandarin
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Festival | Our Common Ground Festival -- Outdoors


A day of events, music, and child-friendly activities both in and around the park. A main stage will future musical guests, speakers and dance instruction. Activities inside the park include tie dye, facepaint, temporary tattoos, magic shows, puuppet shows, games, pony rides and more.  
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Workshop | Puzzle Meetups Outdoors


One of the most exciting new activities is Puzzle Meetups. Hosted by Puzzle People of NYC, these friendly sessions are open to participants of all ages and skill levels.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Park Walk | Island Walking Tour


Look into the past of the Island and learn about its excit-ing trans-for-ma-tion and future. In this walk-ing tour led by volunteer guides, you'll explore the Island's historic district and new 43-acre park. Tours exam-ine how his-toric preser-va-tion, inno-v-a-tive design, and envi-ron-men-tal stew-ard-ship make the Island what it is today: one of the most unique pub-lic places in New York City. The tour route is approximately 1 mile on paved, wheelchair accessible paths. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
   New York City, NY; NYC
12:45 pm
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Staged Reading | CANCELLED!! The Star (1897) by HG Wells, with Broadway Actors CANCELLED!!


On New Year's Day (about 1900, presumably), astronomers announce that the orbit of the planet Neptune has become erratic. Soon it's discovered that a strange luminous object has entered the Solar System, its gravitational pull causing the disturbance. This story is often credited with having created a science fiction subgenre depicting the impact event of a planet or star colliding, or near-colliding with Earth. Also being presented are other short science fiction plays from the early 1900s. This is a staged reading.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Workshop | Art en Plein Air Workshop


An instructor from the Art Students League leads a visual exploration of the beautiful park. Learn to draw or paint from observation with your favorite drawing supplies.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Workshop | Contemporary Games Social - Outdoors


Play your favorite contemporary board games every Saturday afternoon. Featured games include but are not limited to Chameleon, Wavelength, Avalon, Parade, Splendor, Century Spice Road, Mountain Goats, No Thanks, Codenames, Werewords, Spyfall, Azul, Letter Jam, Dixit, In Kahootz, and Captain Sonar. A new game will be selected each week.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Workshop | Kayaking on the Hudson!


Enjoy a kayaking session - an exhilarating escape on the water. Must sign a waiver. Participants must be at least 18 years old and know how to swim. Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Be sure to allow time for waiting in line: first-come, first-served (last admission is at 5:30PM)
   New York City, NY; NYC
1:00 pm
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Film | Before Night Falls (2000) with Javier Bardem and Johnny Depp


A richly imagined journey into the life and writings of brilliant Cuban author and exile Reinaldo Arenas. It spans the whole of Arenas' life, from his rural childhood and his early embrace of the Revolution to the persecution he would later experience as a writer and homosexual in Castro's Cuba; from his departure from Cuba in the Mariel Harbor exodus of 1980 to his exile and death in the United States. Director: Julian Schnabel Cast: Javier Bardem, Olivier Martinez, Johnny Depp, Hector Babenco Javier Bardem is a Spanish actor. He won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance as assassin Anton Chigurh in the Coen Brothers' western drama film No Country for Old Men (2007). Bardem has been nominated for the Academy Award for Best Actor for playing Reinaldo Arenas in Before Night Falls (2000), a criminal with cancer in Biutiful (2010), and Desi Arnaz in Being the Ricardos (2021). Johnny Depp is an American actor and musician. He is the recipient of multiple accolades, including a Golden Globe Award and a Screen Actors Guild Award, and has been nominated for three Academy Awards and two BAFTA awards.
   New York City, NY; NYC
2:00 pm
Free

Film | Lisa Frankenstein (2024): comedy-horror


A misunderstood teenager and a reanimated Victorian corpse embark on a murderous journey together to find love, happiness, and a few missing body parts. Director: Zelda Williams Cast: Kathryn Newton, Cole Sprouse, Liza Soberano, Henry Eikenberry, Joe Chrest, Carla Gugino
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Musical | The Socialization of a Social Worker or The Fight for Social Justice: Outdoor Musical Theater


A rip-roaring original musical which tells a story of a humanitarian case worker learning to overcome despair and find strength for today’s challenges through people power. Book, lyrics and direction are by Crystal Field. The musical score is composed and arranged by Peter Dizzoza. In the play a social worker, transferred to a New York City hospital, burns with hope that he will help make things better for the growing immigrant population which is being cast upon New York. But he is surrounded by red tape in every direction. He is tempted to give up when he meets a bunch of New York City activists who are campaigning for the future of homeless children. They show him that even among the homeless population there is power for change, but that no one can do it alone, and that the power to instill change lies within our neighborhoods. They lead him through an odyssey of homeless life in the subways, the horror and terror of the January 6 insurrection, the heroism of the DC Police, and the causes of women’s rights, abortion and affordable housing. He learns that politicians are not perfect, even the good ones, and that they can be swayed by collective people power. Ultimately, he learns that change is driven by civil society mobilization. This means that every day is a new day and that everyone must vote when election time comes, learn the lessons of January 6, and not succumb to the hatred and resentment.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Museums | Arts and Cultural Heritage of Spain and Portugal: Goya, El Greco and Others - Guided Tour


Explore the best items this museum has on display with this guided tour. Paintings, sculptures, ceramics, antiquities, and more by world-famous artists.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Birdwatching | Island Birds Tour


Nearly 240 bird species have been spotted on the Island, which provides excellent habitat all year round. Whether you’re an expert birder or a beginner, these tours will help you discover all of the birdlife the island has to offer. Binoculars are available to borrow.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Forum | The LGBTQ+ Philosophy Forum (In Person AND Online!)


The LGBTQ+ Philosophy Forum presents opportunities to participate in informal discussions of important works of philosophy. What does it mean to be “genderqueer?” Is it an identity that society gives someone or an identity that one gives oneself? Join a discussion about Robin Dembroff’s article on this engaging topic!
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:45 pm
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Book Discussion | Antique French Jewelry: 1800-1950


Geoffray Riondet as he presents the evolution of French jewelry created between the Consulate period in the 1800s through to the 1950s, based on the book. This highly accessible guide includes Onyx cameos, dormeuses earrings in rose gold, an Art Deco solitaire, a sapphire you and me ring, a diamond shaker brooch, and an emerald negligee necklace.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
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Opening Reception | Dalila Sanabria: This will pass


Florida artist Dalila Sanabria works mostly in sculpture and video. She alludes to residences and sacred places, using organic materials to probe  displacement, identity, and belonging. Sanabria has an MFA in Sculpture from Cranbrook Academy of Art as well as a BFA in Art, and a BA in Portuguese Studies from Brigham Young University.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
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Discussion | Empowering Girls in Africa


Sidai Resource Centre in Samburu, Northern Kenya, was founded by Sarah Lesiamito as a refuge for pastoralist girls escaping retrogressive practices of FGM (Female Genital Mutilation), beading, and early childhood forced marriage. At Sidai Resource Centre, the girls are physically safe and able to pursue their education. At present, Sidai houses 49 girls, with the younger ones living there full-time while they complete elementary school and the older girls during secondary boarding school holidays. Sidai provides for all the girls' needs, including paying their school fees. At this event, Sarah Lesiamito and Patricia King will describe how their partnership has resulted in powerful changes in how the worth of girls is now viewed by tribal elders.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
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Conference | Cine-Memoria: Past and Present in Latin American Cinemas


Cine-Memoria: Past and Present in Latin American Cinemas is a three-day conference and screenings that consider two times in the history of regional Latin American filmmaking. They return to the radical women's movement and collective filmmaking of the 1960s and 1970s in screenings of rare short titles and reconsider this work in the light of political developments and the emergence of "global auteurs" with international recognition. The first day is dedicated to remembering the critical work of Cuban-American scholar Ana M. L?pez.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
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Classical Music | Serene organ meditations in an intimate venue (In Person AND Online)


Enjoy a program of hymns, anthems, and voluntaries for the organ.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
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Opening Reception | Dennis Kardon: Transgressions


Dennis Kardon is one of the most accomplished and transgressive representational painters working today. Kardon’s genre defying paintings exist in various stages of formation and disarticulation, always uncanny and vertiginous, like life itself. As I survey the dearth of writing on his work over a long simmering career, a superficial but funny Ken Johnson quote “generously painterly, voluptuously creepy” is the common sound bite repeated ad infinitum, desperately in need of elaboration. Kardon’s paintings have the most in common with John Currin in his ability to invent pictorial space and invoke the gravitas of the “old masters”—seemingly without the aid of photography or live models. Unlike Currin; Kardon gives his imagination and painterly arsenal carte blanche to stray as far as he pleases from high mannerist or realist rules and regulations—encompassing many developments in late 19th through 20th century modernism while remaining stubbornly difficult to categorize in any traditional genre of representational painting.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Classical Music | Cello Works by Tchaikovsky, Chopin, and More (In Person AND Online!)


Amy Barston, Cello. Program Tchaikovsky (1840-1893), Nocturne in D minor, Op. 19 No. 4 Barber (1910-1981), Sonata for Cello and Piano in C minor, Op. 6 Reena Esmail (b. 1983), Varsha (Rain) Gaspar Cassado (1897-1966), Requiebros for Cello and Piano Chopin (1810-1849), Introduction and Polonaise Brillante for Cello and Piano, Op. 3 Please arrive 30-60 minutes in advance of the performance to sign into the building and receive your visitor badge.
   New York City, NY; NYC
6:00 pm
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Film | Ferdinand (2017): Animated Adventure Comedy on a Rooftop


From the creators of Ice Age and Rio comes a most love-a-bull family comedy! Ferdinand (John Cena) is a giant bull with a big heart. After being mistaken for a dangerous beast and torn from his home, he rallies a misfit team of friends for the ultimate adventure to return to his family. Based on the classic children’s book, Ferdinand proves you can’t judge a bull by its cover!
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Movie in a Park | Space Jam (1996): Bugs Bunny Teams with Michael Jordan


In a desperate attempt to win a basketball match and earn their freedom, the Looney Tunes seek the aid of retired basketball champion, Michael Jordan. Director: Joe Pytka Stars: Michael Jordan, Wayne Knight, Theresa Randle 88 min.
   New York City, NY; NYC
7:30 pm
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City Walk | Dazzling Lights! Immersive Experience by the Waterfront


Spanning across six acres, this Illuminating display features an array of 18,750 lowlight, fiber-optic stemmed spheres that illuminate with a slow subtle change of hue. Guests are immersed in the installation as they walk a winding path through the ethereal painted landscape framed by the city's iconic skyline and the waterfront.
   New York City, NY; NYC
8:00 pm
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