52 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Thursday, August 24, 2017
All events are free unless otherwise noted.
These morning classes provided by the Tai Chi Chuan Center are led by teachers and students who train ...
more >> at CK Chu Tai Chi under the direction of Master Hyland Harris. All ages and levels are welcome. Classes are rain or shine.
7:30 am
free, no reservation required
This is a 3-hour tour that begins with a walk over the Brooklyn Bridge, an icon of New York City for ...
more >> 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.
The 3-hour walking and subway tour covers the Financial District including Wall Street and the World ...
more >> 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 focuses on the middle of Central Park, starting in front of the beautiful American Museum of ...
more >> Natural History. From there enter the park and explore, seeing everything from a castle to the wild-looking Ramble. See an Ancient Egyptian obelisk and the place where Stuart Little raced his sailboat in the E.B. White children’s classic. Don’t forget to bring along your camera. There will be many wonderful photo opportunities throughout.
Although world famous, Harlem may be New York's best kept secret with some of the city's best architecture, ...
more >> 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.
Time to learn about the other New York City; the city that nurtured political, cultural and intellectual ...
more >> revolutions. The city that gave birth to punk rock, the beat poets and graffiti. The city that has survived two centuries of mass riots, crime and corruption, murder and mayhem. The city that has flourished in spite of economic and social hardship.
Explore the southwest of Central Park with Central Park Conservancy tour guides, and see it like never ...
more >> before. From a planned military parade ground to the site commemorating a famous activist for peace, one of the most-visited areas of the Park has some secrets to share with even the most seasoned Park-goer. Highlights of this tour include: Maine Monument, the Children’s District, Sheep Meadow, Tavern on the Green, and Strawberry Fields.
11:00 am
free, no reservation required
Stars: Jennifer Jones, James Mason, Van Heflin. A provincial doctor's wife's romantic illusions about ...
more >> life and social status lead her to betray her naive husband, take on lovers and run up ruinous debts. 114 min.
11:00 am
free, no reservation required
Stars: Humphrey Bogart, Audrey Hepburn, William Holden. A playboy becomes interested in the daughter ...
more >> of his family's chauffeur, but it's his more serious brother who would be the better man for her. 113 min.
1:00 pm
free, no reservation required
Learn about central banking functions that Federal Reserve System performs and see Bank's vault of international ...
more >> monetary gold on bedrock of Manhattan Island, five stories below street level. Learn why Federal Reserve has "Federal" in its name, while it's a private bank, not Federal at all. Tour times: 1:00pm, 2:00pm. This tour takes place Mondays through Fridays, except bank holidays.
Stars: Joan Crawford, Sterling Hayden, Mercedes McCambridge. After helping a wounded gang member, a strong-willed ...
more >> female saloon owner is wrongly suspected of murder and bank robbery by a lynch mob. 110 min.
1:00 pm
free, no reservation required
Share your passion for gaming the old-fashioned way. If words excite or inspire you, and crossword puzzles ...
more >> keep you going, then Scrabble is your game! Are you a chess or checkers champion? Whether you're a master or just starting out, show off your best moves. If you like wheeling and dealing, Monopoly's the game for you. Join them for some lively board time. All levels of play welcome. Please feel free to bring your own game set, and friends.
1:00 pm
free, no reservation required
Join a tour of The Battery, a 25-acre park at the tip of Manhattan. Learn about the park's rich history, ...
more >> many important landmarks and monuments, the Seaglass Carousel, 134,000 square feet of beautiful perennial gardens designed by renowned Dutch garden designer Piet Oudolf, and so much more. Every Thursday from May 11 to August 31, 2017.
Stars: Laurence Olivier, Joan Fontaine, George Sanders. A self-conscious bride is tormented by the memory ...
more >> of her husband's dead first wife. 130 min.
2:00 pm
free, no reservation required
Join a three hour journey through some of New York City's most historic areas. Begin in Greenwich Village, ...
more >> one of the cultural centers of America. From there, make your way through the Gansevoort Market and the Meatpacking Historic Districts and then onto the extraordinary High Line. Then relive the bygone days of a thriving cruise ship and industrial waterfront along the Hudson; we'll see where trains ran along "death avenue", where the New York harbor along the Hudson was perhaps the most significant waterfront in the world at one time.
Stars: Gary Oldman, Asa Butterfield, Carla Gugino. The first human born on Mars travels to Earth for ...
more >> the first time, experiencing the wonders of the planet through fresh eyes. He embarks on an adventure with a street smart girl to discover how he came to be. 120 min.
2:00 pm
free, no reservation required
You've seen the iconic skyscrapers, attended a Broadway show, visited Lady Liberty and relaxed in Central ...
more >> 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.
Stars: Matthew McConaughey, Edgar Ramírez, Bryce Dallas Howard. Kenny Wells, a prospector desperate ...
more >> for a lucky break, teams up with a similarly eager geologist and sets off on a journey to find gold in the uncharted jungle of Indonesia. 120 min.
2:00 pm
free, no reservation required
Many people think of the New York City subway as one of the largest, most efficient, if not the cleanest ...
more >> mass transit systems in the world. Few, however, think of it as the largest and longest art gallery on the planet. Well, they don't know what they are missing. This lively walking AND subway riding tour visits over a dozen subway stations to experience a selection of these striking often whimsical works that go largely unnoticed by the general public. Join this climate controlled subway and walking art tour. Along the way you'll learn about and become expert at navigating the (in)famous NYC subway system. There's also the invaluable opportunity to confer about your other sightseeing plans with the acclaimed Bronx born, vastly experienced licensed NYC tour guide, Darryl Reilly. Tour takes place every Thursday.
2:00 pm
Free plus subway...
Stars: Judy Garland, Gene Kelly, Walter Slezak. A girl is engaged to the local richman, but meanwhile ...
more >> she has dreams about the legendary pirate Macoco. A traveling singer falls in love with her and to impress her he poses as the pirate. 102 min.
2:00 pm
free, no reservation required
Learn all about downloading music, videos, images and more, including streaming and sharing.
New York City, NY; NYC
Learn what a blog is, see examples of blogs, learn how to blog and to create your own using Blogger/Word ...
more >> Press.
Mah Jongg Socials, led by Linda Fisher, throughout the summer. Basic instruction included.
New York City, NY; NYC
3:00 pm
free, no reservation required
4:00 pm
free, no reservation required
Stars: Ryan Gosling, Emma Stone, Rosemarie DeWitt. A jazz pianist falls for an aspiring actress in Los ...
more >> Angeles. 128 min.
4:00 pm
free, no reservation required
The brainchild of acclaimed bassist and composer Robert Miller, Project Grand Slam is a jazz rock fusion ...
more >> band that has cultivated a fervent, worldwide fan base by while defying genres, languages, and geographic boundaries. The evening will also feature performances by “Harlem’s FavGirl,” vocalist Raine Torae, singer/songwriter Tawanna Shaunte, and flautist Claudia Hayden.
5:00 pm
free, no reservation required
5:30 pm
free, no reservation required
Editor's Pick
Glide along the water while kayaking with the boathouse at the floating dock. Children under 18 must ...
more >> have an adult guardian present. All levels are welcome and no experience is necessary. Additional Rules for Kayaking: - Singles are for adults, or any kayaker with a parent/guardian present that is at least 14 years old. - Doubles are for one adult and no more than one child under 14 or paddler that needs assistance. - Please show up at least 1 hour before closing, as that is when the line closes and the last boats go out. - Weather permitting. Thursdays 5:30 pm - 6:45 pm and Saturdays 10 am - 3 pm, June 3 - August 26, 2017.
5:30 pm
free, no reservation required
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The West Village Quartet plays pieces by renowned tango composer Astor Piazzolla, along with classics ...
more >> by Haydn, Mozart and more. Listen and dance to string music beneath the swaying leaves.
5:30 pm
free, no reservation required
5:45 pm
free, no reservation required
Village Sunday (1960; 13 mins.) A docudrama that captures the spirit of Greenwich Village on a Sunday ...
more >> afternoon, this lively film attests to the vast array of local residents, artists, and tourists that populate this New York City neighborhood. Features musicians, poets, and artists in and around Washington Square Park as well as processions from the Festival of San Gennaro. Louie (1979; 30 mins.) Louis Gzinterman runs a dry goods store on Bleeker Street in Greenwich Village. He gives food and shelter to homeless, unemployed and transient young men who are "kind of lost." Louis is foster father to "his boys," many of whom now have children of their own and still correspond with their one-time benefactor. Now in his eighties, Louis shows no signs of relinquishing his charitable work. This portrait records his daily routine at home and in his tiny store.
6:00 pm
free, no reservation required
Be with other beginners to learn the basics of chess with help from a friendly Games Host. Thursdays ...
more >> until August 31, 2017.
6:00 pm
free, no reservation required
Perfect your downward dog under the trees at this 14th season of outdoor yoga classes presented by Manduka ...
more >> with instructors curated by Yoga Journal. A colorful selection of mats is provided by Manduka, no need to bring your own.
6:00 pm
free, no reservation required
Experts from Randy Taylor Golf help you perfect your game. The first 10 minutes of the session consists ...
more >> of group instruction, followed by smaller group and individual instruction. Putters will be provided, but you may bring your own if you prefer. The clinic date will feature two 45-minute sessions: Session 1 starts at 6:00pm and Session 2 starts at 7:00pm.
Editor's Pick
Los Chantas (David Hodges, bandeon; Emilio Teubal, piano; Sergio R. Reyes, violin; Pedro Giraudo, bass) ...
more >> is a multinational tango ensemble. Their repertoire draws from the great Argentine tango tradition from the “guardia vieja” to the present. The group has been playing in milongas, festivals, clubs, theaters, and other venues in and around New York since its inception in 2002. With original arrangements of songs by Gardel, Troilo, Salgán, Piazzolla, and others, and a playful, improvised style, Los Chantas infuse classic tangos with new life and unique flavor. Tango class with Adam and Ciko at 6 pm Concert at 6:30 pm
6:00 pm
free, no reservation required
John Poblocki says photography has an incredible element of satisfaction and accomplishment. Photography ...
more >> has an almost mystical element of being able to capture and preserve a moment in time. Pictures are undeniable. Although many may argue about the composition of the image or if it is 'good' or not, no one can deny what was happening at the moment the shutter clicked. There is beauty all around us in the environment. John has the fortunate opportunity to evoke emotion through the pictures that he takes.
6:00 pm
free, no reservation required
Have you been thinking about starting a podcast? Or have you already launched one and want to make it ...
more >> grow? Are you trying to figure out what are the best ways to monetize your podcast? Or the best ways to promote it? Or do you need to figure out what the best equipment is? With so much info out there (which sometimes is unclear and even conflicting) what should you pay attention to? Bring all of your podcasting questions, because assembled will be a fantastic panel of professional podcasters --with hundreds of episodes under their belts-- to share their knowledge and answer your questions.
Editor's Pick
This Open Studio showing presents excerpts of Maria Bauman’s dying and dying and dying as it is prepared ...
more >> for presentation in September. This event will include a Q&A with Bauman and collaborators following the excerpted showing.
6:30 pm
free, RSVP required
Stars: John Travolta, Karen Lynn Gorney, Barry Miller. A young Brooklyn man feels his only chance to ...
more >> succeed is as the king of the disco floor. His carefree youth and weekend dancing help him to forget the reality of his bleak life. 118 min.
6:30 pm
free, no reservation required
Link mindful breathing with movement in this full spectrum yoga practice that includes modifications ...
more >> and intensifications depending on experience level. Veteran Nina Semczuk helps you cultivate strength, flexibility, balance, and focus while enjoying yoga outdoors. Bring your own mat. This event repeats every Thursday until September 28, 2017.
6:30 pm
free, no reservation required
This award-winning documentary play addresses the plight of the people from all walks of life who seek ...
more >> to provide aid and shelter to migrants—even though it is against the law. A powerful insight into a contemporary tragedy that threatens to engulf Western Europe, it provides a sharp look at those who help, and those who callously sit by doing nothing. Presented by Voyage Theater Company Written by Maxi Obexer Translated by Neil Blackadder Directed by Miriam Eusebio
Editor's Pick
A collection of tales based upon the actual dreams of director Akira Kurosawa. 119 min.
New York City, NY; NYC
7:00 pm
free, no reservation required
Speaker: Prerana Reddy, Activist, and Director of Public Programs and Community Engagement at the Queens ...
more >> Museum
Pen your own story, poem, or screenplay, at writers workshops guaranteed to improve and perfect.
New York City, NY; NYC
Editor's Pick
Jason Samuels Smith is New York City’s very own Emmy-winning, tap dance authority. A highly commended ...
more >> choreographer, performer and humanitarian, Smith has been dancing and spreading joy his whole life. He has accumulated a long list of honors and dance distinctions, including awards from Dance Magazine, American Choreography, and the highly respected Gregory Hines Humanitarian Award. He’s choreographed for television and other media outlets, such as Outkast’s Idlewild, and the shows So You Think You Can Dance and Dancing with the Stars. Smith has razzle-dazzled Broadway audiences with his rapid-fire footwork in Bring in Da’ Noise, Bring in Da’ Funk, and starred in another major all-tap revue, Imagine Tap!, as well as played the leading role in Debbie Allen’s breathtaking film Soul Possessed and Dean Hargrove’s award-winning short Tap Heat. JSS continues to astound and amaze spectators all over the world with his solo performances, as well as those with his skilled company. A truly altruistic individual, Smith uses his tap talent and celebrity to actively support many charitable organizations, including Dancers Responding to Aids, Tied to Greatness, Career Transitions for Dancers, Tap Into A Cure, Groove with Me, Move the World and more.
7:00 pm
free, no reservation required
The sound of the bullerengue drum has reverberated from the distant memories of the first migrations ...
more >> of African people across the region of San Juan de Urabá, Colombia. Full of emotion, sorrow, and joy, this ancestral music is the oldest African musical tradition in Colombia, and singer and tambolero Emilsen Pacheco Blanco is considered one of the genre’s leading exponents. Tonight, he’ll be joined by the 13-person New York–based bullerengue collective Bulla en el Barrio, led by Carolina Oliveros.
7:30 pm
free, no reservation required
New York Ghost tours capture the spiritual side of the Big Apple through stories. famed explorers, native ...
more >> tribes, lost opportunities and political intrigue. With almost every step one takes through the West Village, one encounters the ghosts and spirits of New York City’s past. Every corner has its stories, every building has its haunted spirits.
Bodega Cat is a weekly comedy show brought to you by Kevin Seefried (202 Comedy Festival), Andy Ostroff ...
more >> (Jimmy Kimmel Live!), and Dane Hanson (Producer of Laughs on FOX). Live Stand-Up Comedy in New York City.
New York is a skyscraper city and there is no better time to view Manhattan’s icons than after the ...
more >> sun sets and the lights go on. Fueled by competition and a dash of audacity, New York City is still producing one of mankind’s most remarkable skyline. NOTE** THIS TOUR SPENDS MUCH TIME INDOORS OR IN SUBWAYS AND GREAT FOR ALL WEATHER CONDITIONS. Please note they do utilize the subway on this tour so you will need $5 for subway.
As of February 2015, Jack & Jack sold 1,000,000 singles on iTunes. They have also made the Billboard ...
more >> Top Digital Songs List with Doing It Right, Tides, Cold Hearted, Like That (feat. Skate), Right Where You Are and Wild Life. Their single Like That topped the Billboard charts shortly after the release of their official music video, in which Jack & Jack paid homage to The Beatles' iconic Abbey Road.
8:00 pm
free, RSVP required
Come out and see the stars, planets, and the moon from the park. On Thursday nights in July and August, ...
more >> members of the Amateur Astronomers Association of New York will set up hi-powered telescopes for stargazing sessions that are open to the public. Weather permitting. Thursdays at 8:30 pm, July 6 - August 24, 2017.
8:30 pm
free, no reservation required
The Hendrik Helmer Trio is comprised of Geoff Burke, George Papageorge and Hendrik Helmer. Geoff Burke ...
more >> is Saxophonist that has performed with Harry Connick, Jr., Wynton Marsalis, the Artie Shaw Orchestra, Natalie Cole, Fred Thomas, and Dispatch. As an arranger he has written for the Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra. He can be seen weekdays performing on Harry Connick Jr.'s new daytime talk show, HARRY. George Papageorge is a jazz blues funk and rock piano player and organist based in New York City. He has performed on stage and on 25 recordings, and has toured and recorded with and co written music for soul singer Mighty Sam Mc Claim and soul/jazz guitar legend Melvin Sparks. Papageorge’s debut album Snowstorm Blues was released in September Hendrik Helmer is a electric and acoustic guitarist who incorporates a wide range of Blues and Jazz styles into his own playing and songwriting. Hendrik performed from a young age on and toured extensively in Europe until his late 20’s. Moving to NYC in 1998 has led him to play with artist such as Carly Simon, Maxwell, Paul Shaeffer and - to his Carnegie Hall debut in 2014. In 2015 he started working for Madonna’s children as the “house” guitar teacher.
9:00 pm
free, no reservation required