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Free events for Sunday, 12/20/09
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21 free events take place on Sunday, December 20 in New York City.
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21 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Sunday, December 20, 2009

All events are free unless otherwise noted.
        

City Walk | Historic Orchard Street Tour


Take a journey down historic Orchard Street and discover the origins of New York's first discount retail district. The two-hour tour highlights the integral role that the shopping district has played in the history and development of the Lower East Side.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
free, no reservation required

Festival | Posadas y Pastorelas: Mexican Crafts, Music and Food


Get into the holiday spirit of Mexico with an afternoon of crafts, music, and food. Highlights include a Posada, the traditional singing procession, and a Pastorela, the traditional shepherds' play. The event culminates in a party with piñatas and refreshments.
   New York City, NY; NYC
11:00 am
Pay-what-you-wish admission policy

Tour | “The Castle and its Kingdom”


Take a walk around the lands dominated by Belvedere 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
free, no reservation required

Tour | “Manhattan Adirondacks”


Olmsted and Vaux designed the North Woods to replicate the forests of the Adirondack Mountains with its crystal streams, calming cascades, and rustic bridges. This scenic and meditative walk is right in New York City's backyard. Tour will be approximately one hour.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
free, no reservation required
1:30 pm
free, no reservation required
1:30 pm
free, no reservation required

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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2:00 pm
$6

Lecture | The Lost Synagogues of Brooklyn


Speaker: Ellen Levitt. Jewish life in Brooklyn through the 1950s was a lively, rich and varied environment. Over the next few decades it dissipated greatly. As Jews moved to other areas, they left behind their synagogues.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
$5

Concert | Deck the Halls: Traditional Holiday Favorites


A concert presented by Harwood Management vocal artists.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:30 pm
free, no reservation required

Concert | 22nd Annual Messiah Open Sing


With college-community orchestra consisting of students, faculty, and members of the downtown business and residential communities.
   New York City, NY; NYC
3:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Concert | Big Apple Chorus


When it was founded in 1983, few imagined the kind of impact the Big Apple Chorus would make in its subsequent 25-plus-years of extraordinary musical performances. Its members, after all, are ordinary men – husbands, sons, fathers and brothers, most with no formal musical training – who hail from New York City, Northern and Southern New Jersey, Connecticut, Westchester, and the entire span of Long Island, among others. Plus, the singers come from all walks of life – students, teachers, laborers, professionals, executives and retirees – with an ethnic and cultural diversity that mirrors its namesake, the Big Apple, New York City. The group performs 45-minute shows to brighten up your holiday season.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
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Poetry Reading | SOS: The Sunday Open Series


An open poetry reading.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
$3

Concert | Big Apple Chorus


When it was founded in 1983, few imagined the kind of impact the Big Apple Chorus would make in its subsequent 25-plus-years of extraordinary musical performances. Its members, after all, are ordinary men – husbands, sons, fathers and brothers, most with no formal musical training – who hail from New York City, Northern and Southern New Jersey, Connecticut, Westchester, and the entire span of Long Island, among others. Plus, the singers come from all walks of life – students, teachers, laborers, professionals, executives and retirees – with an ethnic and cultural diversity that mirrors its namesake, the Big Apple, New York City. The group performs 45-minute shows to brighten up your holiday season.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Concert | Canterbury Choral Society performs work by Bach


Program: J.S. BACH: Christmas Oratorio, BWV 248 Charles Dodsley Walker, founder and conductor
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
$20 suggested donation...

Concert | Sunday 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
4:00 pm
free, no reservation required
4:30 pm
free, no reservation required

Concert | Bach Vespers: Candlelight Lessons & Carols


The main featured work is the Ceremony of Carols by Benjamin Britten; plus works of Ord, Distler, Erickson, and more; with biblical readings and beloved carols of the season for choir and congregation. With the Holy Trinity Bach Choir and Parish Choir; Jaymee Haefner, Harp and Joe Tompkins, Percussion; under the direction of Cantor Rick Erickson
   New York City, NY; NYC
5:00 pm
Free-will offering

Concert | In-Store Gig: Judith Insell & Reut Regev


A new viola-and-trombone duo.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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6:30 pm
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7:30 pm
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Concert | Experimental Music: Evan Gallagher Ensemble / MAMBO Mantis


MAMBO Mantis is Bonnie Kane (tenor sax/flute/elec.), Reuben Radding (bass), Ray Sage (drums), and Blaise Siwula (sax). Followed by an open session.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
$5
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