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36 free events take place on Sunday, August 21 in New York City.
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36 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Sunday, August 21, 2016

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Tour | Hudson River Nature Walk


Learn about the park’s wildlife by joining experienced naturalists on guided nature walks along the park’s esplanade. Enjoy a meandering waterfront walk while viewing and learning about the park’s flora and fauna, including some of the 85 different species of birds identified within Park boundaries. Peek into some of our many gardens to discover butterflies, dragonflies and other interesting insects. Get to know the native plants that thrive in unexpected places in and around the river’s edge. Each nature walk is unique and offers a one-of-a-kind treasure hunt-like experience. Please wear comfortable shoes and dress appropriately for the weather. Loud noises and barking tend to startle wildlife and reduce viewing opportunities - please be considerate and leave your dog at home. Sundays, June 5-Sep. 25.
   Lower Manhattan, New York, NY
9:00 am
free, no reservation required

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.
   Lower Manhattan,
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10:00 am
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Tour | Downtown Manhattan 3-Hour Tour


The 3-hour walking and subway tour covers the Financial District including Wall Street and the World Trade Center, SoHo, Little Italy and Chinatown. These are neighborhoods that simply can’t be fully appreciated from a bus. There will be one or two opportunities to sample tasty treats. This tour takes place every day.
   Lower Manhattan,
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10:00 am
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Tour | Grand Central Terminal Tour


For over 100 years, the Beaux-Arts beauty known as Grand Central Terminal (a.k.a Station) has been a testament to the ingenuity and ambition of a great city, impressing both travelers and visitors with its wonderful architecture and pulsating vibe. Its history is a story of immense wealth, great engineering, a few accidents, a planned sabotage and one terrific ceiling, but most importantly a story of survival and rebirth.
   Midtown,
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10:00 am
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City Walk | Greenwich Village, High Line and Chelsea Tour


Join a three-hour journey through some of New York City's most historic areas. They'll begin in Greenwich Village, one of the cultural centers of America. Once a pastoral green oasis, and later a home for Irish and Italian immigrants, Greenwich Village has been at the forefront of some of the most important political, social, and artistic movements of the 20th Century. Filled with 19th century townhouses, and now one of the most desirable and high priced neighborhoods in America, the Village tells a multi-generational New York story. From secluded wealthy enclave to emerging Bohemian and Beat communities, from Dylan Thomas and Bob Dylan to the Stonewall Inn. Tuesdays and Thursdays at 2pm and Sundays at 10am.
   Lower Manhattan,
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10:00 am
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Tour | Manhattan Street Art Tour


Join a Manhattan Street Art Tour and experience the Lower East Side - SoHo, NoHo, Nolita and Little Italy. The Lower East Side of Manhattan is a playground for street artists, Soho is known to be one of NYC first permit Joint Live-Work Quarters for artists and the area received landmark designation in 1973. Noho and Nolita’s street art is either hidden in courtyards or on the more prominent street art facades. Learn about the history of the art of many famous and unknown artist. Takes place Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
   Lower Manhattan,
10:00 am
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Tour | SoHo, Little Italy and Chinatown Tour


You've seen the iconic skyscrapers, attended a Broadway show, visited Lady Liberty and relaxed in Central Park. Looking for a little more of the Big Apple? Maybe it's time to visit some of Manhattan's oldest and most enchanting historic districts. Take a relaxing stroll through SoHo, Little Italy and Chinatown. Takes takes place daily.
   Lower Manhattan,
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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, NY
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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, NY
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10:00 am
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Tour | Flatiron District Walking Tour


Join professional guides on a 90-minute journey through this vibrant neighborhood, viewing some of the city’s most notable landmarks, including the New York Life Insurance Building, the MetLife Clock Tower, the Appellate Courthouse and the famous Flatiron Building. This tour repeats every Sunday.
   Midtown,
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11:00 am
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Discussion | How to live a “A Good Life”


Some people live a life that is enviable. Some live a live that is admirable. What is the model for a good life? With: Dr. Richard Koral
   Upper West Side, New York, NY
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11:00 am
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Workshop | Kayak Polo


They’ve got the equipment (kayaks, vests, helmets, paddles), you bring the body, enthusiasm, and sportsmanship (shorts/sandals, too). Your level of experience doesn’t matter. They are limited to 15 participants per game, so reserve your spot for the game at 11AM. They’ll put you in a team and give you a vest number on a first-come first-served basis. Dedicated players and volunteers, though, will end up being teachers to others. They focus on individual attention and kayak mentoring, and offer the best free kayak learning experience you can get in NYC. Please arrive at least 30 minutes before game time to be donned with vest, helmet, paddle, and kayak.
   Brooklyn Heights, New York, NY
11:00 am
free, no reservation required

City Walk | Mott Haven-Port Morris Walk


City streets, about 6 miles. Some parts of this South Bronx area are of historic interest; others struggle to rise from poverty, while parts adjoining the Harlem River are becoming ripe for gentrification.
   East Harlem, New York, NY
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11:00 am
$3

Other | Nature Sanctuary Open Hours


During these limited hours, visitors can explore the normally closed sanctuary at their own pace along the rustic trail. See how the conservancy has restored this native woodland garden for birds and other wildlife. The wood-chipped trail is uneven; please wear appropriate shoes. This ecosystem is a protected area and home to many flora and fauna. No groups, dogs, bikes, or strollers. Free and self-guided. Space is limited.
   Central Park, New York, NY
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11:00 am
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Workshop | Vinyasa Yoga


Instructors from the neighborhood studios will help you get your stretch on. Please bring your own mat.
   Lower Manhattan, New York, NY
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11:00 am
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Park Walk | Waterfront Walks: Guided Park Tours


Join docents on a tour to learn about the history of the Brooklyn waterfront, the park's sustainable design, and how the park came to life. The tour takes place Sundays from April 17 to October 30.
   Fulton Ferry District, New York, NY
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11:00 am
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Workshop | Big City Fishing


Fishing in New York City? You bet! Each summer offers Big City Fishing to those as young as five who are eager to learn both how to fish and about the Hudson River environment. They provide the rods, reels, bait and instruction. Beyond teaching fishing, the program also provides participants with a first-hand opportunity to learn about river ecology and the many fish species that can be found in the river. Participants can drop in a line and relax, or engage with environmental educators on such topics such as water quality, fish biology and more. A fun and educational experience, Big City Fishing offers city-dwellers a unique option for outdoor family recreation.
   Lower Manhattan, New York, NY
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12:00 pm
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Workshop | Big City Fishing


Fishing in New York City? You bet! Each summer offers Big City Fishing to those as young as five who are eager to learn both how to fish and about the Hudson River environment. They provide the rods, reels, bait and instruction. Beyond teaching fishing, the program also provides participants with a first-hand opportunity to learn about river ecology and the many fish species that can be found in the river. Participants can drop in a line and relax, or engage with environmental educators on such topics such as water quality, fish biology and more. A fun and educational experience, Big City Fishing offers city-dwellers a unique option for outdoor family recreation.
   Lower Manhattan, New York, NY
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12:00 pm
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Workshop | Big City Fishing


Fishing in New York City? You bet! Each summer offers Big City Fishing to those as young as five who are eager to learn both how to fish and about the Hudson River environment. They provide the rods, reels, bait and instruction. Beyond teaching fishing, the program also provides participants with a first-hand opportunity to learn about river ecology and the many fish species that can be found in the river. Participants can drop in a line and relax, or engage with environmental educators on such topics such as water quality, fish biology and more. A fun and educational experience, Big City Fishing offers city-dwellers a unique option for outdoor family recreation.
   Midtown, New York, NY
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12:00 pm
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Festival | Family Performance Festival


Eco-education and multicultural performances for the whole family to enjoy. Formerly known as A Clearing in the Forest, this year's Family Performance Festival is chock-a-block full of fun and learning through music, storytelling, Park adventures, puppetry, and more. All ages welcome.
   Central Park, New York, NY
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12:00 pm
Free

Festival | Governors Island’s First Annual Storytelling Festival


The Brooklyn ARTery Soundstage, curated by Robin Bady of Badyhouse Storytelling Concert Series, will feature world-renowned storytellers, puppet theater by Drama of Works Theater Company, music and more. Set in the lush, tree-filled Nolan Park, surrounded by bright yellow Victorian mansions, Brooklyn ARTery’s Governors Island Storytelling Festival offers a summer season of programming for the whole family. Every Sunday, July 3 - September 25.
   Great Kills, New York, NY
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1:00 pm
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Workshop | Kayaking and Canoeing


Weather permitting. People of all ages are welcome to participate or volunteer; no prior boating experience is required and participants may sign up on a first come, first serve basis. Minors (under 18 yrs.) must have a parent or legal guardian present.
   Long Island City, New York, NY
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1:00 pm
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Tour | Bushwick Graffiti and Street Art Tour


New York City is a mecca for graffiti and street art, making it a very attractive playground for artists from around the world. Bushwick, in a working class district on the north side of Brooklyn adjacent to Williamsburg, has been attracting artists for some time now. The neighborhood has a fair collection of art studios and galleries, but it’s Bushwick’s industrial landscape that’s attracting the street artist. If you came looking for 1960′s Greenwich Village, you’ll find something brewing in Bushwick. Tour takes place Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.
   East Williamsburg,
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2:00 pm
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Tour | Harlem Tour


Although world famous, Harlem may be New York's best kept secret with some of the city's best architecture, food, music and people. Harlem's history is also one of the city's most dramatic, having gone through many ethnic, cultural and socioeconomic changes over the past roughly 400 years, which have resulted in a diverse array of places of worship, theaters, homes and eating establishments. This tour takes place Sundays, Mondays, Tuesdays Thursdays and Fridays at 2pm, and Saturdays at 10am.
   Upper Manhattan,
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2:00 pm
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Park Walk | Heart of the Park Tour


On this east-west walk you will see some of the Park's most well-known landmarks, including Conservatory Water, Bethesda Terrace, the Lake, and Strawberry Fields. Route involves a few stairs. 90 minutes.
   Upper East Side, New York, NY
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2:00 pm
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Jazz | Performance Festival: Ali Bello and The Sweet Wire Band


Alí Bello and The Sweet Wire Band has recently been captivating audiences with an invigorating and fresh perspective of jazz, presenting a fusion of folk, jazz, and roots styles with a unique sound and flare. The Band creates a unique mixture of eclectic electroacoustic and synth sounds, using a skillful original repertoire with the woody and sweet string sound of the violin. Balancing rhythms that interplay between the folkloric and the jazzy, The Sweet Wire Band delivers a dazzling jazz performance.
   New York, NY
2:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Tour | SoHo, Little Italy and Chinatown Tour


You've seen the iconic skyscrapers, attended a Broadway show, visited Lady Liberty and relaxed in Central Park. Looking for a little more of the Big Apple? Maybe it's time to visit some of Manhattan's oldest and most enchanting historic districts. Take a relaxing stroll through SoHo, Little Italy and Chinatown. Takes takes place daily.
   Lower Manhattan,
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2:00 pm
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Film | Tay Garnett's The Postman Always Rings Twice (1946): film noir


Illicit lovers plot to kill the woman's older husband. Starring Lana Turner, John Garfield, and Cecil Kellaway
   Midtown, New York, NY
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2:00 pm
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City Walk | Turtle Bay-'The Neighborhood with Glitz' Tour


Highlights: Tudor City, The United Nations, The Raul Wallenburg Memorial, Good Vs. Evil Sculpture, Katherine Hepburn's Town House, Japan House, The Ford Foundation Bldg.
   Midtown,
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2:00 pm
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Concert | World Sounds: Sweet Micky / MHD / Erick La Peau


Michel Joseph Martelly, known by his stage name Sweet Micky, is one of Haiti’s best-known musicians. A singer and keyboardist, Sweet Micky is known for Haitian compas (or konpa) music, which he has been recording and performing since the late 1980s. In less than three months, MHD has made his way to the top and he’s here to stay. Thanks to the million views on his YouTube channel for the Afro Trap-series he has become a real online phenomenon. His songs are largely inspired by African sounds and crazy, danceable beats, outlined in the Afro Trap-anthem ‘Champions League.’
   Bay Ridge, New York, NY
2:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Workshop | Pop-Up Maker Space


Calling all Makers! Join this outdoor Maker Space for weekly workshops challenging participants to design and construct solutions to real-world problems. Come tinker, test and learn in the park. Sundays from July 3 - August 21.
   Midtown, New York, NY
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4:30 pm
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Jazz | The Alex Nguyen Quintet


Jam out to some sweet jazz outdoors with the Alex Nguyen Quintet featuring a special guest artist.
   Midtown, New York, NY
6:00 pm
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Play | Hudson Warehouse presents Shakespeare's Othello


Shakespeare's tragedy, believed to have been written in 1603. It is based on the story "A Moorish Captain" by Cinthio, first published in 1565. This tightly constructed work revolves around four central characters: Othello, a Moorish general in the Venetian army; his beloved wife, Desdemona; his loyal lieutenant, Cassio; and his trusted but ultimately unfaithful ensign, Iago. Given its varied and enduring themes of racism, love, jealousy, betrayal, revenge and repentance, Othello is still often performed in professional and community theatre alike, and has been the source for numerous operatic, film, and literary adaptations. Takes place Thursdays thru Sundays, July 28-August 21.
   Upper West Side, New York, NY
6:30 pm
Pay-what-you-can admission policy

Dance Performance | Art and Dance: Kalabanté Circus / Iron Skulls and Quim Moya / Sxip’s Hour of Charm


Iron Skulls is a experimental dance company from Barcelona; founded in 2012 with b-boying group called Iron Skulls Crew. Composed by dancers from a few points from Catalonia, identified their personal style and desire to investigate the boundaries of movement. Quim Moya is a visual and avant-gardist artist who explores lot of possibilities in arts and more specifically painting. He has studied in different Catalan schools of Arts and followed specializations in graphic, design and multimedia communications. In 2006, he was co-founder of Candida Company. Sxip Shirey is a producer/composer based out of New York City. He began his relationship with the circus as the touring band and composer for the Bindlestiff Family Cirkus in the late 90s. He then became co-composer and music director for Anti-Gravity’s “Crash Test Dummies” at the New Victory Theater on Broadway. He is currently music director and composer for the international touring circus arts show LIMBO which was developed between Strut N Fret productions in Australia and Underbelly in London with South Bank Center as a co-producer.
   Marcus Garvey, New York, NY
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7:00 pm
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Tour | 9/11 Memorial and Brooklyn Bridge Night Tour


A renaissance is taking place on the southern tip of Manhattan Island. Since the terrorist attacks of September 11th 2001, a concerted effort has been undertaken to redevelop this part of the city, with the redevelopment of the World Trade Center and the construction of the National September 11th Memorial and Museum. And from twilight into the night is the right time to pay a visit to this part of New York City. From the Memorial to the Woolworth Building, City Hall to the Brooklyn Bridge, some of the your most memorable experiences in the city await you. Sundays, Tuesdays and Fridays.
   Lower Manhattan,
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7:30 pm
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Performance | Stand-up comedy: ComedyBnB


Enoy free stand-up comedy! Produced by Michelle Slonim, a comedian who was featured on Comedy Central , HBO and on SiriusXM Radio. She plays regularly at Late Night at the Comic Strip, Broadway Comedy Club, Carolines on Broadway and at Solas Laughs.
   Lower Manhattan, New York, NY
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