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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on February 20, 2016?

27 free events take place on Saturday, February 20 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 February 20 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 February . 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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27 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Saturday, February 20, 2016

All events are free unless otherwise noted.
        

Workshop | USQ SweatFest Workout


Join one of our three action-packed fitness classes taught by amazing celebrity instructors. Whether you are in the mood for Quantico (bootcamp), Broadway (dance cardio), or the Ashram (yoga), there is a unique workout for all levels. 8:00AM HIGH INTENSITY INTERVAL TRAINING w/JENNA WOLFE 9:00AM DANCE CARDIO w/AMANDA KLOOTS 10:00AM YOGA w/KERRI VERNA Attendees can only participate in one of the three above classes. Admission to each event will begin 30 minutes prior to class time.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 am
Free

Workshop | Health and Race Walking


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

City Walk | Brooklyn Bridge, Brooklyn Heights and Dumbo Tour


This is a 3-hour tour that begins with a walk over the Brooklyn Bridge, an icon of New York City for over 125 years, with spectacular views of Manhattan and Brooklyn. The tour then moves on to a stroll of Brooklyn Heights, America’s and New York City’s first suburb. The tour then explores the neighborhood DUMBO before ending at the Fulton Ferry landing. This tour takes place every day at 10am.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
Free

Talk | Book Buzz


The library is hosting a Random House rep who will buzz about forthcoming books and give readers the inside scoop on summer and fall titles. Advanced Readers Copies, book catalogs, and Keep Calm and Read On tote bags will be available for attendees.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
Free

Tour | Southern Park Welcome Tour


Travel from Grand Army Plaza, past the Pond and Gapstow Bridge, and stop at the Dairy on this trip through the southern Park highlights. Route involves moderate inclines and some stairs. 45 minutes.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
Free

Tour | MOMA PS1 and Roosevelt Island Tram Walk


About 5 miles and 5 hours. Visit MoMA PS1 for the "Greater New York" exhibit, eat at a supermarket cafe, walk along some of the East River parks, then walk on to Roosevelt Island and take the tram to Manhattan.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:30 am
$3

Workshop | 3D Printing Mini Workshop: Jewelry


This workshop will cover the basics of getting started with 3D printing, no technical background and no personal printer required. We will start with a short overview of this exciting new technology and cover beginner 3D printing tools. Using an easy-to-learn online application you will customize your own simple 3D product that can be printed with Shapeways. Class is conducted on Macintosh computers.
   New York City, NY; NYC
1:30 pm
Free

Tour | Brooklyn Heights 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. This tour takes place Saturdays at 2pm.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Film | Gordon Douglas' Robin and the 7 Hoods (1964): Oscar-Nominated Rat Pack Romp


Starring Sammy Davis Jr., Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin. In Chicago, during the Prohibition, two rival gangs compete for control of the city's rackets. 123 min.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Talk | Pollinator Victory Gardens: Winning the War on Pollinator Decline


Learn why more butterfly- and bee-friendly plants are coming to the East River Esplanade and other NYC parks, and what you can do to help as a park volunteer or city or country gardener.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free

Tour | Union Square-Crossroads of New York Tour


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! This tour takes place every Saturday.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free

Concert | Beethoven and a Bouquet of French Gems


Pianist Raj Bhimani presents a recital.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:30 pm
Free

Film | James Redford's Paper Tigers (2015): Documentary on At-Risk Teens in Washington


A documentary that follows the lives of four students of Lincoln Alternative High School in Walla Walla Washington, a school rife with gang activity, drug use and violence.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
Free

Theater | Shakespeare's Julius Caesar: A College Production


"It is the future. The time is now. Power, love and death drive us to the new society. But do we have the strength?” - Julius Caesar This event occurs Feb. 18-20.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
Free

Concert | Nation Beat, Brazil-New Orleans Fusioners


Nation Beat is a 21st-century mashup that plays with infectious energy, seamlessly bridging Brazilian grooves, New Orleans funk, and classic American roots music. The group’s latest album, Growing Stone, which the band calls “an album for two Americas,” was inspired by Brazilian maracatu drumming, New Orleans second-line rhythms, Appalachian-style bluegrass, funk, rock, and country blues.
   New York City, NY; NYC
4:00 pm
Free

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 and Boody Organ Builders. The Organ Meditation takes place every Saturday from Sept. 12, 2015 to May 28, 2016.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
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5:00 pm
Free

Opening Reception | Jonathan Fischer's Red Is the Nemesis of White: Collages and Curated images


On view are works inspired by the color red. Artist Jonathan Fischer spent months exploring the development, definition, and scope of red.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
Free

Talk | An Interview with Vocalist Jazzmeia Horn


Vocalist Jazzmeia “Jazz” Horn has earned a reputation as a dynamic musician with a soulful sound. She was awarded both the "Rising Star Award” (2012) and the "First Place Prize" (2013) in the Sarah Vaughan International Vocal Competition. Moderated by Willard Jenkins.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Concert | Student Recitals


6:30 PM - 8:00 PM Ranxuan Wang, piano 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM Polixeni Tziouvaras, mezzo-soprano 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM Soyoung Choe, piano
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
Free

Concert | An Evening of Schumann, Verdi, and Victory Over Evil


Soloists will perform Robert Schumann’s wreath of songs titled Myrthen; the Schiller Institute Manhattan and Brooklyn Community Chorus will perform “Va, pensiero,” the chorus of Hebrew slaves from Verdi’s opera Nabucco.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
$10 suggested donation

Dance Performance | I GDC Dance Celebration


I gdc is a celebration of the gibney dance community showcasing work being made by staff renters teachers colleagues and supporters Featuring performances by: Alexeya EM, Alison Chase/Performance, AnA Collaborations, Baye & Asa, Gibney Dance Company, Nora Alami, Sydnie L. Mosley Dances, and Xan Burley + Alex Springer / the Median Movement. This event occurs Feb. 18-20.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
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Concert | Orchestral works by Gershwin, Schubert, and more


Program: Gershwin Cuban Overture Vieuxtemps Violin Concerto No. 5 in A Minor, Op. 37 Schubert Symphony No. 9 in C Major, D. 944 (“The Great”) Pre-College Orchestra; Adam Glaser, conductor; Katherine Cheng, violin
   New York City, NY; NYC
7:30 pm
Free

Theater | Shakespeare's Julius Caesar: A College Production


"It is the future. The time is now. Power, love and death drive us to the new society. But do we have the strength?” - Julius Caesar This event occurs Feb. 18-20.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
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Concert | Student Recitals


Peng Lin, Piano 8:30 p.m.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:30 pm
Free

Reading | Def Story Slam


In a city where everyone has a story, Def Story Slam invites a unique cross-section of New Yorkers — including comedians, lyricists, authors, and more—to share theirs. This entertaining evening of stranger-than-fiction true tales tracks a multitude of wild, weird, and wonderful encounters that spring from life in the Big Apple. With music by DJ Spencer Blake.
   New York City, NY; NYC
9:00 pm
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Workshop | Get Photoshopped! Photo Retouching


In this class you will use the Photoshop to modify digital images. Learn how to use the clone stamp tool, duplicating backgrounds and much more.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:30 pm
Free
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Play | Drama with Broadway Actors

Regular Price: $77
CFT Member Price: $0.00

Classical Music | Choral Work by Haydn and More at a Landmark Venue

Regular Price: $59
CFT Member Price: $0.00
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