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32 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Saturday, July 31, 2021

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Film | The Count Of Monte Cristo (2002): Historical Adventure (virtual, streaming for 24 hours)


The Count Of Monte Cristo is the greatest tale of betrayal, adventure, and revenge the world has ever more known. When the dashing and guileless Edmond Dantes (Jim Caviezel) is betrayed by his best friend (Guy Pearce) and wrongly imprisoned, he becomes consumed by thoughts of vengeance. After a miraculous escape, he transforms himself into the mysterious and wealthy Count of Monte Cristo, insinuates himself into the French nobility, and puts his cunning plan of revenge in action. This swashbuckling thriller will have you sitting on the edge of your seat until the last ounce of revenge is exacted. Directed by Kevin Reynolds less
   New York City, NY; NYC
12:00 am
Free

Fair | Flea Market: Antiques, Vintage Goods, Food Vendors


Search for hidden gems as you browse antiques, vintage goods, architectural salvage and collectibles. more There is also a selection of food vendors from Smorgasburg. Face covering is required. The fair takes place rain or shine, each Sat and Sun 8 am - 5 pm. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 am
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Workshop | Pilates


These classes improve flexibility and build strength, while remaining low-impact. Open to all fitness more levels. Saturdays, June 19-October 2, 2021. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:00 am
Free

Dance Lesson | Fan Dancing Workshop


Explore this traditional Chinese folk dance with Margaret Yuen, an instructor from the Red Silk Dancers. more Tuesdays and Saturdays, July 17-August 28, 2021 less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:30 am
Free

Workshop | Saturday Yoga


Classes of Vinyasa Yoga - a series of flowing poses linked to awareness of the breath - with instructor more Jennifer Batson. Classes are designed for all experience levels. Participants should wear comfortable clothing and bring a mat or a towel. PLEASE NOTE: Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, class size is limited to 36 students who must remain six feet apart while practicing. Spots are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Masks are required for entry to the park but can be removed during the class session as participants are spaced at least six feet apart. Session 1: 9:30 - 10:30am Session 2: 11am - 12pm Weather permitting Saturdays, May 22 - September 18, 2021. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:30 am
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Workshop | Beach Yoga


Instructor Sonia leads yoga practice combining meditation and movement. Bring sunscreen, yoga mat, water, more towel, yoga blocks, and yoga strap. Saturdays. June 19, 2021-August 28, 2021  less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Workshop | Kayaking


Glide along the water while kayaking this summer! All levels are welcome. Children under 18 must have more an adult guardian present. Saturdays, June 5-September 25, 2021 less
   New York City, NY; NYC
10:00 am
Free

Dance Lesson | Moves with Limón Dance


Experience the joy of movement and dance. Led by dancers from the world-renowned Limón Dance Company, more this modern dance class is open to all levels and ages. Revel in the joy of dance! Saturdays, July 10-September 25, 2021. less
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10:00 am
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Fair | Waterfront Market: Music, Food, Antiques, Clothing, Roller Skating


The market offers food, shopping, family-friendly activities and entertainment: music, accessories, clothing, more jewelry, pet supplies, beauty products, pottery and much more. Every Sat and Sun, 10 am - 5 pm. less
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10:00 am
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Workshop | Dance Fitness Class


A free dance fitness class. This class is good for participants of all fitness levels. Saturdays, July more 3-October 16, 2021 less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Fair | Street Market: Food Vendors, Collectables, Decor Items and More


Shop for antiques, decor items, sustainable and vintage clothing, collectible objects and more. In addition, more Smorgasburg food vendors will offer brunch and lunch options. less
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11:00 am
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Workshop | Watercolor Native Plants Workshop


Spend a fun day learning how to capture the world in watercolors as you paint. In this class you will more finish one painting of the given subject, all levels are welcome and lots of personal coaching will be provided. They will provide all materials. less
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11:00 am
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Museums | Folk Art: Diverse and Rich


The museum's collection includes more than eight thousand works of art from four centuries and nearly more every continent--from compelling portraits and dazzling quilts to powerful works by living artists in a variety of mediums. Museum is open Wednesday - Sunday, 11:30 am-6:00 pm. less
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11:30 am
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Jazz | An Afternoon of Outdoor Jazz


An afternoon of great music featuring Patience Higgins with Cyrus Chestnut, Curtis Lundy, Ronnie Burrage; more Charles Butler & The Blues Bandits; Return of the Frozen Earth featuring Paul Brown; Eddie Allen & Friends and other guests. Bring your picnic basket and chair (or blanket) and enjoy less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Festival | Cemí-Libre Block Party Celebration


Artist-in-Residence Miguel Luciano hosts a block party celebrating the exhibition Cemí-Libre, on view more at Hope Community Inc.'s Galería del Barrio. The exhibition features work Luciano produced during his three-year residency at The Met, where he explored the historic connections between the Museum and the East Harlem community. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Play | Critical Care, or Rehearsing for a Nurse: Street Theater


A play about a young lady named Rose, who is studying to be a nurse. She takes a job in a nursing home more so that she will be able to pay her tuition, books, and living expenses. But COVID-19 rears its ugly head, and Rose has a big fight on her hands, to help to save her city and her own future as a pediatric nurse. In this beautiful story, the old and the new, the old and the young, all come together, to assure us that this pandemic will end, and together, we shall survive. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Birdwatching | Island Bird Walk


Meet the birds of Governors Island with one of their expert guides. Over 220 bird species have been spotted more 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 bird life the island has to offer. Binoculars are available to borrow. Limited to 10. Saturdays, July 3-October 30, 2021 (except July 17) less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Workshop | A Workshop of Indonesian Music and Dance


As a vast archipelago, Indonesia has more than 17,000 islands. In this special event, Saung Budaya, an more acclaimed New York-based Indonesian dance group, will present the music and dance of Sumatra, one of the largest islands, focusing on the Acehnese, Minangkabau, and Batak peoples. The company will lead a short interactive workshop on Acehnese song with accompanying movements.     less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
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Jazz | Jazz Quartet


Jazz guitarist Tsutomu Nakai and improvisation master performs with his qurtet.   The event will be more held indoors for rain. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
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Festival | Wildflowers Festival: Performances, Art, Tours, Activities on a Rooftop


A day of activities, art, entertainment, and educational opportunities on a premier green roof. Programming more will include: -- Multi-media visual arts & performances curated by NOoSPHERE Arts -- Native plant sale and Kingsland Wildflowers harvested seed giveaway -- Guided green rooftop tours with Alive Structures and Newtown Creek Alliance -- Creekside marine ecology activities -- Family-friendly and educational activities -- And more less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
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Performance | Famous Theater Company: Shakespeare-Inspired Performances


Breaking traditional theatrical molds, this acclaimed theater company invites people to gather in public more venues and play a role in creating each show. It will offer the audience an opportunity to participate in a kind of narrative that speaks to the collective and individual resilience, healing, and joy in this long-awaited moment to be together again. Featuring: Shakespeare: Call and Response Conceived and directed by Patricia McGregor. Text by William Shakespeare. Rooted in the vibrant interplay between performers and audience, this is a celebration of text, music, dance, and improvisation with a live crowd. The piece centers on four actors who transform into a variety of roles based on feedback from the audience and is anchored by an iambic-spitting MC and DJ duo. Verses @ Work - The Abridged Mix Created and performed by Malik Work. Directed by Vernice Miller. "The griot from New York, Shakespeare of the streets" Malik Work tells a story that begins in the heart of early millennium NYC nightlife, when the worlds of live hip-hop and jazz begin to intertwine historically, in the Lower East Side of Manhattan. The music eventually takes a backseat to a tumultuous journey on which Malik is transformed. The lessons of said journey are captured in this modern-day version of epic poetry, steeped in the legacy of oral tradition. Stage for Healing and Resilience This invites audiences into a space of reflection and meditation. in which artists share their own narratives of resilience and hope in spoken word, poems, monologues, and songs. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
4:30 pm
Free

Concert | Outdoor Live Music with 2 Acts


5pm: Gina D'Soto - Always comfortable and very real, Gina D’Soto graces every stage with her energetic, more soulful and powerful vocals; The 22-year-old singer-songwriter and arranger is one of the first prominent Cuban musicians to emerge out of the late 90’s generation, with a sound best described as the blending of jazz, soul, fusion and Cuban traditions. 7pm: Culture Lab Crew - The house band. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
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Workshop | Caribbean Zumba


Let’s get ready to Zumbaaa! A Caribbean-inspired dance class featuring a variety of styles and dances more that include bachata, calypso, reggae, salsa and more. All experience levels welcome. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Concert | Saturday Live Music


Take a dash of Herb Albert, a pinch of David Bowie, add a handful of Andy Kaufman, and you have Robert more Whaley and his band. Food and drinks are available for purchase. less
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6:00 pm
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Play | Twelfth Night: One of Shakespeare's Most Celebrated Comedies


Shipwrecked in the alluring country of Illyria, twins Viola and Sebastian each believe the other dead more and embark on parallel adventures of mistaken identity and self-discovery. Every Sat, Sun at 6 pm until Aug 1. less
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6:00 pm
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Play | The Count of Monte Cristo: Adaptation of Dumas' Classic Novel


The Count Of Monte Cristo is one of the greatest tales of betrayal, adventure, and revenge the world more has ever known. When the dashing and guileless Edmond Dantes is betrayed by his best friend and wrongly imprisoned, he becomes consumed by thoughts of vengeance. After a miraculous escape, he transforms himself into the mysterious and wealthy Count of Monte Cristo, insinuates himself into the French nobility, and puts his cunning plan of revenge in action. Directed by Nicholas Martin-Smith Written by Susane Lee, adapted from the novel by Alexandre Dumas. July 29th - August 22nd, Thur through Sun at 6:30 pm. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
6:30 pm
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Play | King Lear -- with a Happy Ending


This version of King Lear by William Shakespeare will employ Nahum Tate's 1681 "happy ending." The original more source material for King Lear wasn't a tragedy! Tate's adaptation--which lets our well-meaning royal live and let live--was performed almost exclusively until the 1840s. Performed by New York Classical Theatre. For your safety, the in-person performances will have limited attendance based on the NYC Department of Parks & Rec guidelines. less
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7:00 pm
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Concert | Two Up-and-Coming Musicians Present New Works


A night with Riley Mulherkar and Ella Bric, two up-and-coming artists. This is a concert series that more encourages artists to take risks, work out new or existing material, collaborations, and projects for an intimate concert experience. less
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7:00 pm
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Hike | Sunset Hike


As the sun hangs low over on the horizon, the park morphs into a magical realm. Witness the wonder more of sunset with the Urban Park Rangers. less
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7:30 pm
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Play | Merry Wives: Shakespeare Adaptation in the Park


Set in South Harlem, amidst a vibrant and eclectic community of West African immigrants, This adaptation more of The Merry Wives of Windsor is a New York story about tricks of the heart, performed in the heart of the city. A raucous spinoff featuring the Bard's most beloved comic characters, this hilarious farce tells the story of the trickster Falstaff and the wily wives who outwit him in a new celebration of Black joy, laughter, and vitality. NOTE: Tickets are available only through a digital lottery. Seats are not guaranteed. See below for details. less
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8:00 pm
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Movie in a Park | The Lion KIng (2019): Remake with the Voices of Beyoncé and Seth Rogen


After the murder of his father, a young lion prince flees his kingdom only to learn the true meaning more of responsibility and bravery. Director: Jon Favreau Stars: Donald Glover, Beyoncé, Seth Rogen Movie starts after sunset. less
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8:00 pm
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Movie in a Park | Moana (2016): Animated Disney Adventure


In Ancient Polynesia, when a terrible curse incurred by the Demigod Maui reaches Moana's island, she more answers the Ocean's call to seek out the Demigod to set things right. Directed by Ron Clements, John Musker, Don Hall. With Auli'i Cravalho, Dwayne Johnson, Rachel House. less
   New York City, NY; NYC
8:30 pm
Free
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