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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on May 7, 2011?

57 free events take place on Saturday, May 7 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 May 7 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 May . 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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57 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Saturday, May 7, 2011

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Symposium | Bridging Cultures: Poetries of the Islamic World


With Najwa Adra, Muzaffar Alam, Ammiel Alcalay, Kazim Ali, Reza Aslan, Kaveh Bassiri, Clarissa Burt, Steven Caton, Sylviane Diouf, Pierre Joris, Mohja Kahf, Persis Karim, Khaled Mattawa, Jawid Mojaddedi, Stefania Pandolfo, Frances W. Pritchett, Mahwash Shoaib & others. This day-long symposium on the poetries of the Islamic world brings together scholars, poets and writers from around the globe and features panel discussions and performances of classical, sung and contemporary poetry.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:00 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 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.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:30 am
Free

Tour | Elizabeth, New Jersey Walk


5 miles, easy/moderate pace. Visit historic sights and Warinanco Park (cement trails). Bring lunch/water.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:45 am
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Workshop | Boot Camp Workout


A full-body military-based workout that includes circuit training, calisthenics, running, stretching and other innovative exercises led by trainer Nii Wilson. Held rain or shine. Open to anyone 18 years or older.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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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
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Festival | Spring Community Day


A day filled with "green" and community events. Bring family and friends to free events and enjoy music, food, arts & crafts and community plantings.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Park Walk | “Exploring Hallett and the Pond” Tour


Take a break to enjoy the Park on this one hour walk through the Park's smallest woodland area. Learn its history, enjoy its peacefulness, and discover the mystery behind the waterfall. Note: Due to limited space, the first 20 people to sign in at the beginning of the tour will be able to participate!
   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

Dance Performance | Dance: Grammy nominees Dave Eggar and Chuck Palmer return


In another special two-date engagement, Grammy nominees Dave Eggar and Chuck Palmer return, this time with a new mash-up of creative minds with Hammerstep. In this first installment, families and audiences of all ages will participate in a live dress rehearsal and interactive workshop with the artists. Eggar and the ensemble will bring traditional music and innovative live beats with hip-hop flair together with Hammerstep’s evolved take on Irish step dance. Hammerstep is a young dance troupe comprised of award winning dancers from the worlds of Irish step and hip-hop. From traditional roots spring innovative new sounds and moves, integrating technology with dance and and putting live musical performance in a whole new light. Dave Eggar and members of his ensemble have performed and toured with artists like Josh Groban, Evanessence, Ja-Rule among others. Dave was recently nominated for a Grammy Award for his arrangement and composition of ItsBynne Reel on Kingston Morning which was previewed here at Target Free Thursdays last spring. Hammerstep was founded by Garrett Coleman and Jason Oremus. Boasting awards from National to World Championships and leading roles in Riverdance the pair have a vision to overcome cultural and socioeconomic barriers by looking at their art form in a new way. Fusing Irish step with tap and hip-hop, sound and light, they reinvent the dance show experience.
   New York City, NY; NYC
11:00 am
Free

Workshop | DrawNow! Drawing Projects


Audiences of all ages are encouraged to come together and experience artist-led drawing projects by Jean-Philippe Delhomme, Aida Miron and Uri Wegman, Sydney Skybetter, and Tae Won Yu.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Park Walk | Garden Tour


The tour highlights the history, design, and unique plantings of the 70-year-old Garden, led by staff. (Approximately 75 mins.) Features blooming perennial and annual borders (over 250 varieties) as well as ornamental trees and shrubs.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Workshop | Ping Pong in the Park


Test your skills at state-of-the-art tables. Paddles and balls are provided free of charge.
   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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Fair | Street Fair


   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Other | Street Games 2011


Street Games brings back the classic street games from the '60s and '70s and introduces them to a new generation with a modern twist! New Yorkers of all ages can try pogo sticks, double-dutch, hula hoops, and yo-yos while listening to the sound of Motown, Rock ‘N’ Roll, and Soul. The event will also feature a special performance by The Dance Theater of Harlem. New activities to the event include soccer clinics and a Skybounce handball clinic. Bring your bike and learn to ride with Parks Department bicycling experts.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 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 Wall of Fame, Julia de Burgos Boulevard, local murals and much more.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:30 am
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Gallery Talk | The Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) Room


An expert leads informal discussions in the room and answers questions.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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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 realm on an eclectic tour of history and nature. Tour is approximately one hour.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Concert | Artz, Rootz, & Rhythm Outdoor Series


Artz, Rootz & Rhythm is intended to showcase the multi-disciplinary talent and art forms of its member artists and organizations, and to build awareness of Harlem's cultural vitality. M.C./Host: Comedian, Yvonne Orji. Featured Performers: New York Road Runners, Songstress Arin Maya, Tap Dancer "Cartier," Singer Cory Walker, Singer, Gezele Portwood, with The Gypsy Moon Experience.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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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 of this great sacred space from 1892 to the present.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
$6

Concert | Concert on Water


The concert is at the coolest classical music concerts location in New York City. Program and musicians TBA.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Workshop | Eighth Annual Swing-A-Ring Day


All ages can learn to swing on adult and junior traveling rings, the only traveling rings outside of Santa Monica, CA, where they have been a popular attraction since the 1930s, and Providence, RI, where they were installed last year. Ring swinging is an exhilarating, enjoyable, and easy-to-learn activity that keeps you fit from head to toe. Experts will provide free demonstrations and individual instruction in ring swinging, sand castle building, ping-pong, double dutch jump roping, tetherball, unicycling, juggling, hula-hooping, slacklining, stilt walking, pogo sticking, and other circus arts. Performers will include sand sculptor John Gruber, juggler/unicyclist Kyle Petersen, and the Double Dutch Jazzy Jumpers from PS/IS 323. Good Humor will donate their popular ice cream bars for the event.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Concert | Prep Division - Spring Chamber Bash


The Prep Division's young musicians perform a wide variety of repertoire.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Screening | Short Films on and by Native Americans


Featuring UNRESERVED: The Work of Louie Gong, Writing the Land, Airplane, Button Blanket, and Preston Singletary: Echoes, Fire, and Shadows. Start times are 1pm and 3pm.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Staged Reading | The Instant Shakespeare Company


Join the Instant Shakespeare Company for a dramatic reading of William Shakespeare's Romeo & Juliet. Bard fans of all ages are welcome! The Instant Shakespeare Company is dedicated to the proposition that Shakespeare is for Everyone! The company organizes annual readings of ALL of Shakespeare's plays using original Folio & Quarto texts.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Screening | 30th Annual Black Maria Film and Video Festival


Award-winning selections from the 30th Annual Black Maria Film and Video Festival will be screened. John Columbus, the festival's Executive Director and Founder, will introduce the films. Film titles will be announced soon.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Author Reading | Star Wars: Mysteries of the Jedi with Chris Reiff & Chris Trevis


Star Wars fans rejoice over this visit by R2-D2 builders and stormtroopers from the 501st. Also, Chris Reiff, Chris Trevis, Ashley Eckstein (voice of Ahsoka Tano) ) will discuss the book Star Wars: Mysteries of the Jedi.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Gallery Talk | Artist Talk with Photographer Ori Gersht


In addition, Gersht will debut his new film, Will You Dance For Me (2011). In his most recent series comprised of images taken from April to May 2010 in Japan, Gersht traveled between cities that were affected by World War II as well as ancient locations in remote western Japan, examining the shifting symbolism of the cherry blossom.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Reading | Break A Leg Productions Presents Comedy Readings


When actress Teri Black broke her leg, she couldn't audition. To keep her creative juices flowing, she began readings of comedies in her apartment and Break A Leg Productions was born. The comedy readings are: "An Afternoon of Thorton Wilder," "Queen of France," "A Ringing of Doorbells," and "In Shakespeare and the Bible."
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Workshop | Knitting Circle


Got knitting skills? If you are a pro or are just starting out join our Knitting Circle. They'll provide some materials but everyone is required to bring their own yarn.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Video | Seeing Indigenous: Indigenous Art and Media Arts on Film


New media arts selected by Essentially Indigenous? curator Mario A. Caro will be screened together with an episode from the new documentary series Art + Soul, d. Warwick Thornton (Kaytetye), looking at contemporary indigenous Australian arts. A conversation follows with Caro and Stephen Gilchrist, curator, National Gallery of Australia. Host: Fred Myers, NYU Silver Professor and author of Painting Culture: The Making of Aboriginal High Art.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Jazz | Spring 2011 Ensemble and Recital Series


Jazz student Pablo Moser (saxophone) presents his senior recital.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Theater | Student Production: Noel Coward's Design for Living


Performed by the Graduate Acting Class of 2012.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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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 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!
   New York City, NY; NYC
2:00 pm
Free

Other | Wild @ the Library


Animals in the library? Join Andrew Simmons and his traveling zoo as he introduces you to pythons, alligators, eagles, and owls.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Tour | “A Road Once Traveled” Tour


Holding the Park's northern highlands was key in the American Revolution and the War of 1812 because armies could see their enemies approach as they sailed down the East River. History buffs will love this tour.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Concert | Cellist Samuel Magill


Magill is cellist with the Metropolitan Opera Orchestra.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:30 pm
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Workshop | Health Information Online


Hands on using wireless laptops. Learn to find consumer health information online, including doctors' credentials, hospital information, drug side effects, conventional and alternative medical treatments of diseases, diets, weight loss, nutrition and exercises, and how to evaluate these websites.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:30 pm
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Author Reading | Peter Conners discusses his book White Hand Society: The Psychedelic Partnership of Timothy Leary & Allen Ginsberg


White Hand Society weaves an entertaining tale of the life, times and friendship of these two larger-than-life figures and the incredible impact their relationship had on America. Peter Conners has gathered hundreds of pages of letters, documents, studies, FBI files, and other primary resources that shed new light on their relationship, and a veritable who’s who of artists and cultural figures appear along the way, including Jack Kerouac, William Burroughs, Thelonious Monk, Willem de Kooning, and Barney Rosset. The story of the "psychedelic partnership" of two of the most famous, charismatic and controversial members of America’s counterculture brings together a multitude of major figures from politics, the arts, and the intersection of intellectual life and outlaw culture in a way that sheds new light on the dawn of the 1960s.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
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Theater | Students in Repertory Productions


The Actors Studio Drama School presents its annual Repertory Season at Pace University, in five weeks of theatre designed to introduce graduating students to the professional world and the public in full productions of the work they have created during their three years of study. Here you will witness a weekly series of scenes, one-act plays and full-length plays, some of them written by our playwrights, and all of them directed and acted by students.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
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Screening | Documentary: Rainer Judd's Marfa Voices (2010)


Rainer Judd is the daughter of artist Donald Judd (1928 – 1994). A graduate of New York University’s Film program, she has worked with directors such as Francis Coppola and Gus Van Sant, both in front of and behind the camera. She became a co-executor of the Judd Estate in 1994. In 1996 she became a founding trustee of Judd Foundation and now serves as President of the Board.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
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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 & Boody Organ Builders.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
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Jazz | Spring 2011 Ensemble and Recital Series


Jazz student Soomi Yoon (voice) presents her senior recital.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
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Opening Reception | Pre-Scholars Program Exhibition


An exhibition of work by students in the Pre-Scholars program within the School of Design Strategies + Summer, Pre-College, and Continuing Studies (SPACE) programs.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
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Tour | Soho Projects Tour


Join Dia director Philippe Vergne for a visit to Walter De Maria's iconic long-term installations. Vergne will share the evolution and history behind The Broken Kilometer (1979) and The New York Earth Room (1977), two of Dia's earliest commissions.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Jazz | Spring 2011 Ensemble and Recital Series


Jazz student Maddie Deutch (voice) presents her senior recital.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Performance | Student Graduation Comedy Show


Tonight, brilliant students take the stage. The legends of tomorrow show you they're actually the stars of today.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
$5

Dancing | Bluegrass Family Dance


Kick up your heels to the bluesy, stirring, and joyful sounds of THE EBONY HILLBILLIES rollicking bluegrass music, laced with the vibrant sounds of Americana. The Ebony Hillbillies keep an important American legacy that transcends racial and cultural boundaries alive. Many forget that their rootsy, homegrown style was a key element in the genesis of all the music we cherish as completely American – jazz, blues, bluegrass, rockabilly, country, and rock and roll. The Ebony Hillbillies are a four-piece band, consisting of fiddle, banjo, mountain dulcimer, guitar, and washboard.
   New York City, NY; NYC
6:30 pm
Free

Screening | Irish Documentary: Peter Lennon's Rocky Road to Dublin (1967)


Lennon's theme was what do you do with a revolution once you've won. Lennon found that you give it straight back to the Bourgeoisie. At the centre of the film is the iron grip the Catholic Church held on Ireland after British occupation. 69 min. Also showing: The Making of Rocky Road to Dublin (2004, 30 min.) Directed by Paul Duane.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Park Walk | On A Wing: Bats


Celebrate native bats with Dr. Bill Schutt, local bat expert, biologist, and author of Dark Banquet: Blood and the Curious Lives of Blood-Feeding Creatures. Learn about White Nose Syndrome, see bat houses and the mist nets used to capture bats for scientific study, examine bat specimines, and enjoy the evening twilight as we scan the Great Lawn's horizon for bats. All ages welcome.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Screening | The 22nd Annual Dusty Film & Animation Festival


The festival highlights over 100 films by students graduating from the BFA Film, Video and Animation Department. The program includes screenings of short films, videos and animations, and culminates in an awards ceremony with notables from the film and animation industries. This year’s Screenwriters Night is a collaboration with Susan Batson Studio featuring SVA graduating screenwriters’ selected scenes performed live by professional actors.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Theater | Student Production: George Bernard Shaw's Major Barbara


Performed by the Graduate Acting Class of 2012.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Video | Video Works from the Exhibition Common Love, Aesthetics of Becoming


A screening from the group show.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Concert | Pre-College Chamber Music


Come and enjoy an evening of Chamber Music.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
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Concert | Live Music with Port o’ Monkeys


This eclectic band uses a wide variety of acoustic instruments, to interpret traditional pieces and play original compositions. Port o’ Monkeys' inspiration comes from many sources including Flamenco, American folk, Basque, Celtic, Armenian, Persian, and Gypsy. Some of their music could be called street music, the music of fiestas; other pieces are more directly meditative. The common denominator is a shared musical spirit, a sense of integrity and joy in our common humanity and aspiration. On this occasion Port O’ Monkeys will feature Chris Wertenbaker, Jeff Greene, Paul Harris, and Don Hayward,
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Concert | NYU Percussion Ensemble


In collaboration with the NYU Steinhardt Program in Dance Education.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
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Theater | Students in Repertory Productions


The Actors Studio Drama School presents its annual Repertory Season at Pace University, in five weeks of theatre designed to introduce graduating students to the professional world and the public in full productions of the work they have created during their three years of study. Here you will witness a weekly series of scenes, one-act plays and full-length plays, some of them written by our playwrights, and all of them directed and acted by students.
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