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February 4, 2026. Free shows, concerts, movies, tours are New York (NYC) best kept secret! New York City never ceases to amaze you with quantity and quality of its free culture and free entertainment whether it's day or night, weekday or weekend, summer or winter, spring or fall, January or June, May or September. If you are looking for inexpensive things to do and where to go in Manhattan today, tonight, tomorrow, or any other time, or any other day of any week - you came to the right place: just click on any day on the calendar dispayed on the every page of our site and you will see how many events you can attend in Manhattan free of charge on that very day.

New York's cultural scene is at its busiest in October and March (and the same goes for free events, free things to do), but other months of the year still offer incredible amount of high quality, off the beaten path, unique free events, free things to do which will take your breath away! So if you looking for something to do in April or November, December or February, you will find tons of free things to do, free events to go to. (In June, July and August lots of those free events take place outdoors, of course).

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Where else but in New York City can you listen to a world-class musician, discuss a book with a famous author, take a part in poetry reading, have a glass of wine at an art exhibition opening, and all that on the same day, and all that free of charge, and all of that on any day of the year, whether it's December or July, April or November!

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Free things to do, free events that take place in the City every day of the year are truly amazing. So if you're looking for something interesting to do today (February 4, 2026) or on any other day of the year don't miss those free-of-charge opportunities that only New York provides! You can find lots of high quality, off the beaten path, unique free events, free things to do which will take your breath away!

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In addition to providing information about free events, free things to do in New York, Club Free Time offers its members complimentary tickets to classical music concerts, dance performances and theater: when a producer wants that special buzz of the 'full house' - Club Free Time members are welcomed for their enthusiasm and sophistication!

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40 free  things to do in New York City (NYC) today:
Wednesday, February 4, 2026

All events are free unless otherwise noted.

Workshop | Central Park Running Session (All Levels Welcome)


If you prefer not to run alone or are looking to improve your running performance, you can run with a club! Open to runners of all levels. Weekly changed routes through the park. Coaches, training, running company and inspiration!
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Workshops, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Central Park Running&nbsp;Session (All Levels Welcome)

Book Discussion | Designer & Entrepreneur Stuart Weitzman Discusses His Career & Craft


Legendary shoe designer and entrepreneur Stuart Weitzman leads an exclusive and inspiring event where he will present A Designer’s Entrepreneurial Journey: On the Road Less Traveled. This book offers an inside look at his remarkable career, the creation of iconic styles worn by Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, and many others, and the invaluable life lessons he’s learned along the way. This is a rare opportunity to hear firsthand from one of the most influential designers of our time—an event not to be missed.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Book Discussions, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Designer & Entrepreneur&nbsp;Stuart Weitzman Discusses His Career & Craft

Museums | New York City: History, Architecture, Social Movements, Cultural Diversity


This museum holds over 1,5 million artifacts, including photographs, paintings, decorative arts, costumes, and documents that tell the story of New York's development and its inhabitants. Explore the galleries and discover the rich history and vibrant culture of New York City!
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Museumss, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, New York City: History, Architecture, Social Movements, Cultural Diversity

Tour | Explore an Exhibition on Black Musical Theater History


Enjoy a guided tour of the new exhibition on Black musical theater history, Syncopated Stages: Black Disruptions to the Great White Way! This staff-led tour highlights the contributions of Black artists, shows, and theaters in the musical theater field, from pioneering artists of the 19th century to the great culture shapers and innovators of today.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Tours, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Explore an Exhibition on Black Musical Theater History

Museums | Wednesday at a Unique Art Museum


Candid, genuine, and unexpected, this is New York City's only museum dedicated to folk & self-taught artists. The Museum celebrates the creativity of individuals whose singular talents have been refined largely through personal experience rather than formal artistic training. The museum's collection includes more than seven thousand works of art from four centuries and nearly every continent--from compelling portraits and dazzling quilts to powerful works by living artists in a variety of mediums. From critically acclaimed exhibitions and publications to inspiring educational programs and robust community outreach, the museum's mission is to be the leading forum shaping the understanding and appreciation of folk and self-taught art across time and place.
   New York City, NY; NYC
11:30 am
Free
Museumss, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Wednesday at a Unique Art Museum

Classical Music | Afternoon Bach


Take a momentary respite from a busy day to enjoy a selection of organ works by Johann Sebastian Bach in an intimate venue.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:20 pm
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Concerts, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Afternoon Bach

Workshop | Adult Chorus Session Open to All


Directed by Church Street School of Music, the Downtown Beats adult chorus is open to all who love to sing! Learn contemporary and classic songs and perform at community events throughout the year.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Workshops, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Adult Chorus Session Open to All

Screening | Films from William Greaves: First World Festival of Negro Arts (1966) & Symbiopsychotaxiplasm (1966)


Participate in a celebration of the life and legacy of the pioneering late American filmmaker, William Greaves. Throughout his influential career, the Harlem-born documentary filmmaker was instrumental in documenting Black life on screen. In the height of the Civil Rights Movement, Greaves won an Emmy for his work as executive producer of Black Journal, a public program that broadcasted news authored by and about Black-American life, which aired on the National Education Television -- a predecessor of PBS -- through 1977. Greaves went on to produce, direct, and write a number of documentaries and experimental films through the 2000s, documenting themes across Black-American and diasporic revolutionary struggles and rendering portraits of influential Black leaders, from Ida B. Wells to Ralph Bunche. This program will feature two works by Greaves, beginning with the First World Festival of Negro Arts -- a film that captures the 1966 pan-African festival in Dakar, Senegal. The festival was a month-long celebration of Pan-African culture that featured live music, dance, theatre, and more from over 2500 artists with representation from 30 independent African countries. This film will be followed by a screening of Greaves's Symbiopsychotaxiplasm, an avant-garde film set in Central Park that Greaves shot through cinema-verite in 1966.
   New York City, NY; NYC
1:00 pm
Free
Screenings, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Films from William Greaves: First World Festival of Negro Arts (1966) & Symbiopsychotaxiplasm (1966)

Concert | Weekly Outdoor Bagpipe Tribute: Honoring 9/11 Lives and Legacies


A moving weekly bagpipe tribute honors those who lost their lives on 9/11, as well as individuals affected by the lasting health impacts of that day. The tribute begins with a performance near a symbolic column preserved from the site, followed by a second performance in a nearby outdoor space.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Concerts, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Weekly Outdoor Bagpipe Tribute: Honoring 9/11 Lives and Legacies

Museums | Afternoon in a Magnificent Small Museum


Internationally recognized as a premier museum and research center, this museum is known for its distinguished Old Master paintings and outstanding examples of European sculpture and decorative arts. **Some galleries are closed for installation**
   New York City, NY; NYC
1:30 pm
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Museumss, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Afternoon in a Magnificent Small Museum

Film | Purple Rain (1984): Romantic Rock Musical Drama Film with Prince


A young musician, tormented by an abusive situation at home, must contend with a rival singer, a burgeoning romance, and his own dissatisfied band, as his star begins to rise. Director: Albert Magnoli Cast: Prince, Apollonia Kotero, Morris Day, Olga Karlatos, Clarence Williams III Prince was a singer, songwriter, musician, dancer, and actor. Often credited as an influence on music and one of the greatest musicians of his era, he pioneered the Minneapolis sound and was influential in the evolution of various other genres of music. Prince has sold more than 100 million records worldwide, making him one of the best-selling music artists of all time. His awards include the Grammy President's Merit Award, the American Music Awards for Achievement and of Merit, the Billboard Icon Award, an Academy Award, and a Golden Globe Award. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2004, the Rhythm and Blues Music Hall of Fame in 2016, the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2024, and twice into the Black Music & Entertainment Walk of Fame in 2022.
   New York City, NY; NYC
2:00 pm
Free
Films, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Purple Rain (1984): Romantic Rock Musical Drama Film with Prince

Workshop | Draw the Human Figure


Challenge your artistic skills by drawing the human figure. Each week a model will strike short and long poses for participants to draw. Artists/ educators will offer constructive suggestions and critique. Materials provided, and artists are encouraged to bring their own favorite media.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Workshops, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Draw the Human Figure

Tour | Historical House of The Distinguished American President of the Early 20th Century


This historic site honors the early life of a renowned American figure. The restored brownstone reflects late 19th-century architecture and offers insights into the family's daily life. Learn about various exhibits and artifacts that showcase the cultural and historical context of the era, providing a glimpse into the formative years of this visionary leader-to-be. This guided tour is first-come, first-served. It may reach capacity before your desired tour time, so please be sure to arrive early. Tour duration: 45 minutes. This tour takes place at 11 am, 12 pm, 2 pm, and 3 pm.
   New York City, NY; NYC
3:00 pm
Free
Tours, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Historical House of The Distinguished American President of the Early 20th Century

Workshop | Intro to Photography Grip & Rigging 


Master the essential tools that hold every professional set together. This workshop introduces you to the world of grip, from the basic anatomy of a lightstand to advanced rigging techniques. You will learn why everyone needs grip on set and get a breakdown of the different grip positions and technicians who make it happen. The group will explore how to choose the right floor support, covering everything from traditional and C-stands to baby, combo, overhead, and wind-up models. You will also learn to use professional grip devices like super clamps, cardellinis, and scissor clamps. Beyond stands, the group will dive into rigging booms safely using multi-headers and offset arms, as well as mounting gear to walls and ceilings using baby plates, pipe grids, and couplers. The session also covers floor-to-ceiling varipoles and background supports like varidrives and crossbars. You will learn to shape light with scrims, flags, and silks, and we’ll touch on essential camera support. Whether you're learning to rig a background or discovering why the sandbag is the perfect safety assistant that never complains, you'll walk away with the confidence to build a secure and creative set. The group will wrap up with a keygrip lineup and a live Q&A to tackle your specific gear questions.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Workshops, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Intro to Photography Grip & Rigging&nbsp;

Gallery Talk | Learn How a Historic Mansion Turned into a Museum


Join a museum educator for a brief gallery talk tracing how a Gilded Age mansion was transformed into a world-class art museum.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Gallery Talks, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Learn How a Historic Mansion Turned into a Museum

Classical Music | Beethoven String Quartets Evening


Katarina String Quartet (Jeanel Liang, violin, Jerome Chiasson, violin, Celia Morin, viola, and Maya Enstad, cello) performs two quartets by one of the most important composers of all time. All-Beethoven (1770-1827) Program: Allegro from String Quartet No. 3 in D Major, Op. 18, No. 3 String Quartet No. 13 in B-flat Major, Op. 130
   New York City, NY; NYC
5:30 pm
Free
Concerts, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Beethoven String Quartets Evening

City Walk | Activist Art and Community in Brooklyn


This guided walking tour explores Brooklyn’s activist creative ecosystem through visits to several dynamic cultural hubs. Led by collage artist Rich Garr, the walk offers behind-the-scenes glimpses into small organizations with outsized global impact, featuring mini-tours, conversations with hosts, and artistic surprises along the way. 
   New York City, NY; NYC
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City Walks, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Activist Art and Community in Brooklyn

Book Discussion | Award-Winning Writer Shares His New Bob Dylan Book: After the Flood


Enjoy a reading and conversation with author and Professor of Writing at The New School, Robert Polito, as he sits down with John Reed to talk about Polito's new work, After the Flood. Synopsis: Blending biography and archival history, After the Flood asks of Bob Dylan, "If your dreams are fulfilled at twenty, what do you do with the rest of your life?" A familiar narrative goes: Bob Dylan, the voice of sixties counterculture, disappeared in the 1970s, then released arguably the worst music of his career in the 1980s--only to be resurrected in 2016, when he was controversially awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature. Dylan's concerts once began with an announcer intoning a deadpan version of just such a narrative. That is not this story. Here, instead, is Dylan's second thirty years. Across an abecedarium of chapters surveying his albums, performances, films, and books since 1991--since that rainy February night in New York City when Dylan, then forty-nine, accepted a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, signaling in effect that his extraordinary vocation as a vital and indispensable creative force had ended, was over--After the Flood reveals Dylan's creative output during the last three decades as his most ambitious and accomplished yet.
   New York City, NY; NYC
6:00 pm
Free
Book Discussions, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Award-Winning Writer Shares His New Bob Dylan Book: After the Flood

Party | Board Games Meet-Up


Play a variety of board games, including Scrabble, Chess, Boggle, Bananagrams, Scattergories, and more! Bring a friend or join on your own--all levels are welcome. Studies have shown that playing board games can have positive effects on your mental, emotional, and physical health, including: o Improving memory and focus o Enhancing critical thinking skills o Making connections o Reducing stress (and screen time!)
   New York City, NY; NYC
6:00 pm
Free
Partys, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Board Games Meet-Up

Workshop | Cardio Circuit Full-Body Workout


Boost your endurance and get your heart pumping in this high-energy, full-body workout. Participants move through fun and challenging bodyweight circuits designed for all fitness levels. Bring water and a towel. 
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Workshops, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Cardio Circuit Full-Body Workout

Opening Reception | Celebration of Paul Pagk’s Solo Exhibition with Artist Talks and Film


Celebrate the launch of a new February art issue with remarks from various critics and artists. The evening highlights Paul Pagk’s solo exhibition and includes a screening of a 25th-anniversary documentary. Refreshments will be served.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Opening Receptions, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Celebration of Paul Pagk&rsquo;s Solo Exhibition with Artist Talks and Film

Discussion | Experts Explore the Future of Conversion Therapy Bans in the U.S.


This event will bring together medical professionals and policy experts to discuss the future of conversion therapy bans in the United States. Over the last several years, 23 states, including New York and New Jersey, have barred licensed mental health professionals from providing therapy aimed at changing sexual orientation and gender identity. These conversion therapy bans often had bipartisan support when they passed. According to the New York Times, 8 statewide bans were “signed by Republican governors, and every bill passed with Republican support.” However, support for conversion therapy bans has declined recently as criticisms of policies and programs aimed at supporting queer and trans people have surged amongst the American public. In October, the Supreme Court heard in Chiles v. Salazar, a case that challenges Colorado’s ban on conversion therapy for minors. A majority of the justices expressed skepticism over Colorado’s law during oral argument.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Discussions, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Experts Explore the Future of Conversion Therapy Bans in the U.S.

Book Discussion | Filmmaker Benoît Cohen Shares His New Memoir, Wonderful


Enjoy a conversation with fillmaker Benoît Cohen to celebrate his new book, Wonderful, a stirring and thoughtful exploration of life, loss, and grief within a family. The conversation will be followed by a signing.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Book Discussions, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Filmmaker&nbsp;Beno&icirc;t Cohen Shares His New Memoir,&nbsp;Wonderful

Opening Reception | Intimate Nighttime Photography Exploring Masculinity, Trauma, and Empathy


This debut solo exhibition presents a series of intimate, nocturnal photographs documenting male friendship, grief, and vulnerability within a close-knit graffiti crew in Queens, New York. Shot largely at night with point-and-shoot cameras, the images move between moments of tenderness and tension, offering a nuanced portrait of masculinity and the nature of trauma.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Opening Receptions, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Intimate Nighttime Photography Exploring Masculinity, Trauma, and Empathy

Classical Music | Modern French Works for Organ & Choir


Illustrating the dramatic range of the new pipe organ, Trinity organist Avi Stein and organ scholar Alex Leonardi will perform Louis Vierne’s stunningly grandiose Messe solennelle — a piece that explores the depths of the organ’s colors and sonic possibilities — in concert with Trinity Choir. The evening’s tour of the rich legacy of French music will also feature the work of three of Vierne’s preeminent pupils: Nadia Boulanger, her younger sister Lili Boulanger, and Marcel Dupré. With Melissa Baker, flute, and Melissa Attebury, conductor.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Concerts, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Modern French Works for Organ & Choir

Book Discussion | Quiet Reading Meet Up


Bring a book or check one out of the library to read to yourself for one hour. After that, spend an hour socializing with those around you!
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Book Discussions, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Quiet Reading Meet Up

Screening | After All This (2025): Short Documentary on Novelist Sarah Thankam Mathews (+ Reading from Mathews, Discussion, and Q&A)


Attend a screening of the documentary short After All This, profiling novelist Sarah Thankam Mathews, directed by Oscar-shortlisted filmmaker Andrew Nadkarni, and produced by Maryam Mir! After All This (15 mins) follows author Sarah Thankam Mathews after the success of her debut novel, All This Could Be Different, as she embarks on her second novel, drawing from her adolescence between India and Oman. As Sarah excavates lost place and time, she must contend with the weight of truthful representation and the contradictions within her childhood memories. Following the screening, Sarah will do a live reading of her novel in progress, never before shared publicly. The reading will be followed by a conversation and Q&A between Sarah and director Andrew Nadkarni, moderated by producer Maryam Mir. They'll talk about the process of making their sophomore project, writing across mediums (literary and film), and how they find flow and sustenance when embarking on new creative endeavors. Film screening, reading, and conversation will be followed by an informal reception with light refreshments.
   New York City, NY; NYC
6:30 pm
Free
Screenings, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, After All This (2025): Short Documentary on Novelist Sarah Thankam Mathews (+ Reading from Mathews, Discussion, and Q&A)

Screening | Mama's Voice (2025): Documentary about Ukrainian Refugee Family (+ Filmmaker DIscussion)


Enjoy a preview screening and discussion of Mama's Voice. The preview screening will be introduced by Yuri Shevchuk, who will also moderate the post-screening discussion with director Ganna Yarovenko and producer Larysa Yarovenko. In the early days of Russia's full scale invasion, film director Ganna flees with her children and elderly mother from Russian gunfire near Kyiv. Amidst the chaos, they find shelter in Poland with Kaja, an artist, singer, and mother of five, who welcomes them as a family. Despite the language barrier, the Ukrainian and Polish mothers form a deep bond that helps Ganna confront trauma, loss, and the terrifying new reality of war. Ganna's family is torn between those who left and those who stayed. Her father, Petro, refuses to abandon his land near Bucha, surviving the Russian occupation while stubbornly tending to his garden. Her young daughter Malva quickly adapts to life in Poland, while her teenage son Orest struggles with loneliness. Meanwhile, Malva's father--a renowned folk musician--promises to reunite with them at a music festival in Poland, though wartime restrictions rarely allow Ukrainian men to leave the country. What will it take for his family, fractured by war, to come together again? Told through the lens of a refugee, the film captures the experiences of Ukrainian women and children. Director: Ganna Yarovenko
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6:30 pm
Free
Screenings, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Mama's Voice (2025): Documentary about Ukrainian Refugee Family (+ Filmmaker DIscussion)

Discussion | Award Winning German Author & Philosophy Scholar Discuss the Role of Literature in Fractured Society


Experience a special evening featuring award‑winning German author and public intellectual Navid Kermani in conversation with Omri Boehm, Associate Professor and Chair of Philosophy at The New School. These two prominent thinkers will discuss how current global conflict and political division are reshaping public life. In recent years, Kermani has traveled through regions marked by upheaval to document how ordinary people endure, resist, and make meaning. Drawing on these journeys, he will read from his recent writings and reflect on the role of literature in times of crisis. Kermani and Boehm will explore what it means to write, think, and speak publicly in an era defined by polarization, war, displacement, and deepening political fragmentation. Their conversation will touch on current developments in the Middle East and consider how these events reverberate in Germany, the United States, and beyond. Together, they will examine how the idea of "the West" is evolving, and whether literature, poetry, and religious thought can still offer common ground or moral orientation in fractured societies.
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Discussions, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Award Winning German Author & Philosophy Scholar Discuss the Role of Literature in Fractured Society

Gallery Talk | James Baldwin: Voice of American Literature and Activism


A film series dedicated to the life and legacy of novelist and activist James Baldwin, featuring films from the early 1960s through the early 1970s. Selected by artist Glenn Ligon, the screenings explore Baldwin’s political thought, cultural criticism, and personal life, from public debates and documentary footage to more intimate portraits. The series opens with a conversation between Glenn Ligon and writer Nicholas Boggs on Baldwin’s lasting influence. 
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Gallery Talks, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, James Baldwin: Voice of American Literature and Activism

Talk | Air Quality and Environmental Inequality in the NYC Subway System


This talk examines air quality in New York City’s subway system and how exposure to pollution varies across communities. Drawing on system-wide air quality measurements and commuter data, the program explores how factors such as train friction, ventilation, race, income, and neighborhood shape who is most affected by poor underground air conditions. For ages 21+ only.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Talks, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Air Quality and Environmental Inequality in the NYC Subway System
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Plays, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Award-Winning Political Drama Based on Classic Theater
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Plays, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Drama - Complicated Family Relationship

Book Discussion | Historian Shares Her New Nonfiction Book, Not Your Founding Father: How a Nonbinary Minister Became America's Most Radical Revolutionary (In Person AND Online!)


Historian Nina Sankovitch will speak about her new book, Not Your Founding Father: How a Nonbinary Minister Became America's Most Radical Revolutionary, with author Jennifer Finney Boyla.  In 1776 a 23-year-old woman named Jemima Wilkinson suffered a severe illness, declared her past self dead, and then rebranded as the Public Universal Friend, a genderless messenger of God. In a few short years the Friend preached across the Northeast and attracted a devoted band of followers known as the Society of Universal Friends. Sankovitch's book recounts the Friend’s radical and unprecedented ministry. It traces the life of Jemima Wilkinson in colonial Rhode Island through to the Friend’s efforts to establish a community based on principles of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, as well as the challenges and scandals that threatened it.
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Book Discussions, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Historian Shares Her New Nonfiction Book, Not Your Founding Father: How a Nonbinary Minister Became America's Most Radical Revolutionary (In Person AND Online!)

Dancing | Learn New Moves with Local Dance Instructors


Learn new moves from New York City’s finest dance instructors, then show off your style on the dance floor with a full hour of social dancing! Participants are welcome to bring their own partner, continue to dance solo, or dance with someone new!
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Dancings, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Learn New Moves with Local Dance Instructors

Poetry Reading | Poets Share Their Bilingual Works (+ Q&A)


Attend a conversation between two poets and their translator. Poets Lolbé González Arceo and Marcelo Rioseco will share their work and speak with translator Arthur Malcolm Dixon. This event features a brief introduction by Garcilaso Pumar, bilingual readings of selected poems by each author, a conversation on the translation process, and a concluding audience Q&A.
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Poetry Readings, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Poets Share Their Bilingual Works (+ Q&A)
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Concerts, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Tribute at Iconic Pop Groups

Discussion | Panel Talk on Color in Architecture (Aesthetics, Mood, & Environment"


Attend a timely panel discussion, ‘The Importance of Color In Architecture’, moderated by Elley Cheng, former President of Pantone. The distinguished panel — Tannese Williams (Pantone Fashion + Home Interiors), Hannah Yeo (Benjamin Moore & Co.), and Nélida Quintero, PhD, MArch, MFA (Environmental Psychologist / Architect) — will explore how color shapes not just aesthetics, but mood, memory, well-being, and our sense of place. Discover why certain hues recur over decades — and what the “color of now” reveals about our evolving social and cultural environment.  
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
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Discussions, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Panel Talk on Color in Architecture (Aesthetics, Mood, & Environment"
8:00 pm
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Concerts, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Tribute to Legendary British Rock Band at a Major Venue
9:00 pm
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Performances, February 04, 2026, 02/04/2026, Award-Winning Comedy - "Wild"
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Performance | Multi-Award Winners Give Insights into Careers of Iconic Artists

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Classical Music | Large Chorus Performs Gospel and More at a Landmark Venue

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Play | "Crowd-Pleasing" Shakespeare Comedy

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