Workshop | Fitness in the Square

Start each morning with a heart-pumping fitness regime for all levels that includes a weekly running club, boot camp from Circuit of Change, and yoga classes from Jivamukti.

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7:00 am
free, no reservation required

Workshop | Downward Dog Days of Summer: Outdoor Yoga Class

There will be 5 classes per day. Each 60-minute class is led by an exhale yoga instructor who will teach participants of all levels to integrate breath and movement, while also strengthening inner and outer alignment. Yoga mats will be provided for free. TIMES: Classes will begin at: 7:15am, 9:00am, 4:15pm, 5:30pm and 6:45pm.

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7:15 am
Free

Workshop | Park Tai Chi

Tai Chi and Eternal Spring are instructed by members of the Tai Chi Chuan Center for all ages and experience levels. Classes are rain or shine.

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7:30 am
free, no reservation required

Workshop | Spring Into Yoga

Teachers trained in different styles will be giving classes throughout the afternoon, with the scenic park lake in the background. Please bring your own mat, as there will be none provided.

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9:30 am
$10 suggested donation...

Workshop | Catch & Release Fishing

Grab a pole and relax on the Harlem Meer while you wait for a bite from one of the many species of fish that live in its diverse aquatic ecosystem! Poles available to borrow; must release fish after catching them. Free for families and individuals; groups larger than 5 must reserve at least 2 weeks in advance. Adult with photo I.D. must accompany all children.

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10:00 am
free, no reservation required

Hike | Hiking Through History: Governors Island’s Historic District

Join the National Park Service for a hike through the National Historic Landmark District on Governors Island. Park rangers will guide you on a 1.5-mile, 1.5-hour tour through over 200 years of history in one of New York’s most historic and beautiful places. Tours begin with the arrival of 10am Manhattan ferry.

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10:00 am
Free

City Walk | Midtown Manhattan Tour

Arguably the world's most valuable, busiest and most crowded pieces of real estate, Midtown Manhattan is what most visitors think of when they think of New York City. Home to some of the city's most iconic architecture, from Gothic to Post-Modern and from Beaux-Arts to Art Deco (lots of Art Deco). it's not difficult to understand why. But just behind the massive facades, lie facinating histories just waiting to be unveiled.

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10:00 am
Free...

Concert | The Ebony Hillbillies, One of the Last Black String Bands in America

One of the last black string bands in the U.S., The Ebony Hillbillies keep an important legacy alive with a rootsy, homegrown style of All American Music – Jazz, Blues, Bluegrass, Rockabilly, Rock + Roll and Country. Inspiring heartstring tugs and toe-taps in fans of all types of music using Violin, Mountain Dulcimer, Banjo, Washboard, percussion, bones and vocals.

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10:30 am
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.

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11:00 am
$6

Dance Performance | Circle of Dance! Summer Native American Dance

Storytelling and interactive Native dance sessions. First come, first serve. Start times at 11am and 12pm.

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11:00 am
free, no reservation required

Workshop | Park Pétanque

Learn to play pétanque, the popular European game anchored in precision, patience, and camaraderie from members of La Boule New Yorkaise, NYC’s championship-winning club.

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11:00 am
free, no reservation required

Tour | Federal Reserve Bank Tour

Learn about central banking functions that Federal Reserve System performs and see Bank's vault of international 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. Congressman Ron Paul considers the Federal Reserve "both corrupt and unconstitutional" Tour times: 11:15 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 12:45 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2:15 p.m., and 3:00 p.m.

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11:15 am
Free...

**Dance Performance | Dance: Crawl by Paula Hunter**

Paula Hunter and the dancers of JUMP! perform Hunters’ latest work. CRAWL features Hunter and her company in their trademark black suits crawling along the platform as midtown Manhattan pedestrians pass them by, or stop to watch the videos playing on the laptops precariously balanced on their backs.

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12:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Workshop | Learn Juggling in the Park

Test your coordination and dexterity with free juggling lessons in the park. All skill levels are welcome to join in the fun. Equipment is provided. Lessons are weather permitting. You'll be surprised that Alex and Jordan can often be found outside tossing pins in the snow!

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12:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Park Walk | Get Fortified: Exploring Castle Williams and Fort Jay

Learn about the rich histories of Fort Jay and Castle Williams, two of the best-preserved forts of their era, on this 1.5-hour walking tour. Explore the depths of the powder magazine and the cells of Castle Williams and climb to the castle’s roof and take in a grand panoramic view of New York Harbor. Tours begin with the arrival of the 12:15pm Manhattan ferry.

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12:15 pm
free, no reservation required

Performance | Broadway in the Park

The most popular musicals on and off Broadway perform their biggest hits. Today's featured shows: Motown the Musical Once Mamma Mia! Forever Tango

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12:30 pm
free, no reservation required

Jazz | Jazz on the Plaza

A midday concert free of charge and open to the general public. Many people bring a lunch or purchase it from one of the several area vendors. The concert runs a little over an hour. Audiences enjoy a variety of well-regarded artists. Care is made to present a diversity of ensembles and styles ranging from small trios to large big bands.

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12:30 pm
free, no reservation required

**Concert | Stravinsky’s The Rite of Spring for Two Pianos**

A rare musical feat: a performance of Russian composer Igor Stravinsky’s revolutionary The Rite of Spring adapted for two pianos and celebrating the 100th anniversary of its Parisian debut.

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12:30 pm
free, no reservation required

Jazz | Victor Lin, Jazz Pianist

Victor Lin is a former student of jazz legend Kenny Barron, Victor is currently a jazz music instructor at Columbia University, Teachers College, and The Calhoun School.

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12:30 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.

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1:00 pm
$6

Concert | New York City Guitar Orchestra

The New York City Guitar Orchestra will perform of some of the new music that has been commissioned specifically for this project. The NYCGO is a performing collective that unites all levels of musicians with a passion for the distinguished heritage of the classical guitar. The Orchestra was established in 2010 by the New York City Classical Guitar Society.

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1:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Other | Retro Gaming for Adults

Share your passion for Checkers, Chess, Monopoly, Scrabble, Boggle, or your favorite board game. There will be a demonstration of Boggle. Please feel free to bring your own game set, and join us for some lively board time. All levels of play welcome.

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1:00 pm
free, no reservation required

**Book Discussion | Book Group: Lucky Jim by Kingsley Amis**

Monthly book discussions to explore titles you've been meaning to read, or reread, and discuss with other lovers of literature. Participants should read each title before the discussion.

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2:00 pm
Free...

Other | Free Gelato and Free Music

If you’re constantly on the hunt for something to cool you down under this New York City summer weather, have something both delicious and fun. The masters of delicious New York City gelato will be celebrating their 30th anniversary party in style. Ciao Bella will be providing free gelato for all attendees, and one full day of fun music.

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2:00 pm
free, no reservation required

City Walk | 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.

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2:00 pm
Free...

City Walk | SoHo, Little Italy & 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.

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2:00 pm
Free...

**Gallery Talk | Infinity of Nations Guided Tour**

A Museum Ambassador gives a 45-minute free guided tour through the permanent exhibition.

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3:00 pm
free, no reservation required

**Performance | Merritt Johnson's Balancing Act, a 4-Hour Durational Performance**

A 4-hour-long durational performance. Balance requires physical coordination, mental concentration, calm, and a sense of humor. Balance is on the brink of collapse in every direction. In this solo performance, Merritt Johnson focuses on the act of balancing, and on acting balanced. Using increasingly ridiculous physical action and exhaustive duration, Balancing Act embraces the awkwardness, tension and humor found in balancing: cultures, art, survival, family, form, function, physical and mental fitness. In the four-hour performance, Johnson will balance on the books: Art History by Marilyn Stokstad (Instructor Review copy), The Art of Color by Johannes Itten, The Beast And the Sovereign by Jacques Derrida, Power/Knowledge by Michel Foucault and Who Sings the Nation State by Gayatri Chakravorty Spivak and Judith Butler. The books underfoot are alternately read aloud and balanced on the artist’s head as she simultaneously attempts to balance silver juice pouches, gold leafed plaster casts of applesauce cups, a bag of beads and a turkey feather.

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4:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Concert | American Accordionists' Association 75th Anniversary Celebration

August 15 marks the 75th Anniversary of the American Accordionists' Association, so they're adding a few special events to their usual accordion-themed Thursday evenings. 5:00pm - 7:00pm: Award-winning American accordionists will be stationed throughout the park. 7:00pm: A huge contingent of accordionists will perform a special rendition of "New York, New York" on the Fountain Terrace. 7:00pm - 9:00pm: Accordion Jam and Dance Party 9:00 - 10:00pm: Public Accordion Jam. All accordions, harmoniums, button boxes, and bandoneons are welcome.

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5:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Other | Chess & Games Club

An introductory Chess group which welcomes new players. Other strategy games also played. Come and refresh your chess game or learn anew and enjoy some other strategy games as well.

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5:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Workshop | Kayaking in the Park

It's that time of year again - always a huge hit with park visitors, kayaking is now in full swing on Thursdays and Saturdays all summer long! If you haven't been out on the East River in a kayak yet, now's your chance to do it.

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5:30 pm
free, no reservation required

**Opening Reception | Ladies Represent!, an All-Female Art Show**

An amazing lineup of female artists from all over the U.S. Works range from the intricate wheat pastes of street artist Swoon to E.V. Day's gravity-defying installations and new diptychs by photographer Jaimie Warren, among others. Including work from the following artists: Beth Hoeckel, Dame Darcy, E.V. Day, Caroline Hwang, Veronica Ibarra, Alexis Mabry, Laura McMillian, Claw Money, Kembra Pfahler, Martha Rich, Beatrice Schleyer, Lauren Silberman, Heather Vernon, Jaimie Warren, Amy Watanabe, Esther Pearl Watson, Martynka Wawryniak, Sarah Wilmer, Swoon, Twiggs.

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6:00 pm
Free

Tour | Brooklyn Heights at Sunset Tour

Known as America's first suburb, Brooklyn Heights is truly a gem. Travel and Leisure named it one of America's top 10 most beautiful neighborhoods, and its beauty is rivaled only by its place in American history. These quaint, tree-lined streets have been the sites of Revolutionary War battles, abolitionist activism and have inspired numerous novelists. Visit a stop on the Underground Railroad, or the home of Truman Capote, where he penned Breakfast at Tiffany's and where Jackie Robinson signed with the Dodgers.

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6:00 pm
Free...

Dance Lesson | Dance Lessons and Performances

Free dance lessons and performances by Peridance Capezio Center.

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6:00 pm
free, no reservation required

**Film | John G. Avildsen's Oscar-Winning Rocky (1976): Philly Palooka**

With Sylvester Stallone, Talia Shire, Burt Young. A small-time boxer gets a supremely rare chance to fight the heavy-weight champion in a bout in which he strives to go the distance for his self-respect. 119 min. NOTE: Music at 6:00 pm, movie starts at sunset.

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6:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Workshop | Park Yoga

Expert instructors lead all levels of yogis. Mats are provided. Presented by Athleta and produced by alignyo. Instructors and assistants from YogaWorks.

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6:00 pm
Free

**Theater | The Three Musketeers, a New Adaptation of the Dumas Novel**

Hudson Warehouse Artistic Director Nicholas Martin-Smith has chosen to direct The Three Musketeers in a new adaptation from the Alexandre Dumas novel by Susane Lee. For years, audiences in the open courtyard seating of the Hudson Warehouse shows have thrilled to see the extensive fight choreography executed by the professional company.

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