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36 free events take place on Wednesday, January 27 in New York City.
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36 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Wednesday, January 27, 2016

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Other | Giorno della Memoria: Reading of the Names


Ceremony of the reading of the names of the Jews deported from Italy and the Italian territories. Opening remarks: Consul General Natalia Quintavalle and Alessandro Di Rocco (President, Centro Primo Levi). ,br> Excerpts from Primo Levi's writings will be read during the ceremony by guest and by the students of the Italian high school Guglielmo Marconi.
   Lenox Hill, New York, NY
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9:00 am
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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.
   Civic Center,
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10:00 am
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Book Discussion | Alfred Hitchcock's Oscar Nominee Shadow of a Doubt (1943): Killer in Disguise


Stars: Teresa Wright, Joseph Cotten, Macdonald Carey. A young woman discovers her visiting "Uncle Charlie" may not be the man he seems to be. 108 mins.
   Lincoln Square, New York, NY
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11:15 am
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Lecture | Ancient Art in Contemporary Culture


Professor Liudmila Ivanovna Davydova’s lecture is designed to convey to listeners the sense of the contemporaneity of classical heritage. This lecture will demonstrate the extent to which contemporary artists integrate achievements of ancient sculptors, painters, and architects into their work and the fabric of our lives. The lecture will be illustrated by individual works as well as recent exhibitions that took place in Russia and in Europe.
   Upper Manhattan, New York, NY
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12:00 pm
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Concert | Piano Works by Beethoven, Mendelssohn, Haydn, Debussy


Program: Mendelssohn: Songs Without Words Haydn: Sonata in F Major, Hob. 23 Debussy: Images, Book 2 Beethoven: Sonata in E-flat Major, op. 31 No. 3 Featuring Michael Skelly, piano music associate.
   Upper Manhattan, New York, NY
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12:00 pm
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Concert | Bach at Noon


The keyboard works of Bach offered in 30-minute meditations by Patrick Allen, organist and master of choristers, and Phillip Lamb, organ scholar. Bach at Noon concerts takes place Tuesdays through Fridays, from September 15, 2015 to May 26, 2016.
   Lower Manhattan,
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12:20 pm
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Staged Reading | Howard: Reading of a New Musical About Howard Hughes


A special industry-staged reading of the new musical written by Frank Evans and James Scully. Howard Hughes: iconoclastic, womanizing billionaire, inventor, film producer, anonymous benefactor and aviator. The musical takes us from the early days in Houston to his reclusive, secretive life involving marriages to Ella Rice, a Houston socialite, to Jean Peters, 20th Century Fox film star, and his long affair with the luminary Katherine Hepburn. This event takes place Jan. 27-29.
   Lincoln Square, New York, NY
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1:00 pm
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Screening | Dance on Film: Balanchine Rarities


David Vaughan will introduce and screen a program of works by George Balanchine.
   Lincoln Square,
1:00 pm
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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. Tour times: 1:00pm, 2:00pm. This tour takes place Mondays through Fridays, except bank holidays.
   Lower Manhattan,
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1:00 pm
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Concert | Ice Theatre of New York's 2016 City Skate Concert


Under the artistic direction of Founder Moira North and Ensemble Director Elisa Angeli, ITNY will bring together world-class professional skaters and performers in celebration of the company's 30th anniversary season. The January 27th concert will premier "Swimming," a trio choreographed by company member Elliot Halverson. The City Skate concerts continue on February 24 and March 23.
   Midtown, New York, NY
1:00 pm
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Gallery Talk | Taste Test Workshop: Rob Blackson


Since David Hume’s 1757 essay, “Of the Standard of Taste,” our enlightened understanding of art and aesthetics has become increasingly socially nuanced. No longer rational or objective, the qualities of one’s taste are appreciated as entirely an “effect of the mind.” Nevertheless, we’re suckers for the kitchen table science of a taste test. This informal, public experiment will compare, contrast and “name” the tastes of various products using common language in order to aesthetically describe our blind experience of taste. Robert Blackson is the Director of Temple Contemporary at Tyler School of Art. He has curated numerous solo and group exhibitions including “If There Ever Was," an exhibition of extinct and impossible smells.
   Lower Manhattan, New York, NY
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1:00 pm
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Master Class | Joy in Singing


Art song master class with Paul Sperry.
   Lincoln Square,
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2:30 pm
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Workshop | Mac Computers for Beginners


Learn the basics of using a Mac computer.
   Midtown,
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2:30 pm
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Master Class | Master Class: Philippe Hanon, Bassoonist


Philippe Hanon is with the Orchestre National de France.
   Upper Manhattan, New York, NY
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3:00 pm
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Lecture | A Public Health Lens on Violence


Esteemed epidemiologist Rodrigo Guerrero will draw on examples from his experience using the science of epidemiology to reduce violence when serving as Mayor of Cali, Colombia.
   Upper Manhattan, New York, NY
4:00 pm
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Master Class | Master Class: Helmut Deutsch, Voice


Helmut Deutsch (born 24 December 1945) is an Austrian classical pianist, specialising in chamber music and lieder accompaniment.
   Upper Manhattan, New York, NY
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4:00 pm
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Workshop | Coloring for Adults


Who said coloring is just for kids? Drop by to relax and have an adventure with coloring.
   Harlem, New York, NY
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5:00 pm
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Opening Reception | Group Show: Intimate Matters


Featuring works by: Janet Ji Min Lee, Yuki Hamada, Autumn Hamra, Aidan Romick, Anjelica Russell, David Shamie, Reba Kittredge Tyson, Ondine Viñao and Jerry M. Wilson.
   East Village, New York, NY
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5:00 pm
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Discussion | 'We Cannot Remain Silent': Life Stories of International Human Right Activism


Three alumni reflect upon their careers in advocating for international human rights, and the connections between Union, academics, and activism. How do their experiences inform and inspire new generations of activists? With panelists Larry Cox, Gail Hovey, and Rev. William Wipfler. Moderated by Carolyn Klaasen.
   Upper Manhattan, New York, NY
6:00 pm
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Book Discussion | A Discussion of Artist Mike Kelley's Educational Complex


Together with Johanna Fateman, Howard Singerman, Piper Marshall and Nic Guagnini, John Miller considers the artist's book.
   Midtown,
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6:00 pm
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Book Discussion | Book Discussion Group


Empire of Cotton: A World History by Sven Beckert.
   Lower Manhattan, New York, NY
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6:00 pm
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Film | Denis Villeneuve's Oscar-Nominated Incendies (2010): Family Entanglements


Twins journey to the Middle East to discover their family history, and fulfill their mother's last wishes. 139 min. In French, Arabic and English, with subtitles.
   Upper Manhattan, New York, NY
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6:00 pm
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Author Reading | Eric Fish reads from his book China's Millennials: The Want Generation


Eric Fish profiles youth from around China and how they are navigating the education system, the workplace, divisive social issues, and a resurgence in activism.
   Lower Manhattan, New York, NY
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6:00 pm
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Concert | Himalayan Happy Hour: Spiral Music


A free concert with artists specializing in music from the Himalayas and South Asia. Featuring Max ZT and Kane Mathis. Spiral Music occurs every Wednesday.
   Midtown, New York, NY
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6:00 pm
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Opening Reception | Sea Photography by Ben Hicks


Ben Hicks has journeyed across the Americas and around the globe, capturing the majestic beauty of the natural world. Through his photography, Hicks aspires to communicate the importance of conserving the world’s oceans, and follows key species, such as sea turtles, that serve as important indicators of the health of the world's marine and coastal ecosystems.
   Theater District, New York, NY
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6:00 pm
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Author Reading | Michael Schudson discusses his book The Rise of the Right to Know: Politics and the Culture of Transparency, 1945-1975


Schudson, a professor at the Columbia Journalism School, emphasizes the relative infancy of the right to know, from the Freedom of Information Act to fuller disclosure on product labels and environmental-impact statements.
   Midtown,
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6:30 pm
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Lecture | Why Climate Change Policy Is Human Rights Policy – and Vice Versa


Unaddressed climate change threatens development and the world’s ability to overcome poverty on a magnitude unknown in human history. From communities affected by rising sea levels and extreme weather events, to those facing severe drought and decreased crop production, lives and livelihoods are at risk. In her talk, United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change’s Executive Secretary, Christiana Figueres, will address the human rights dimension of the Paris Agreement and its potential impact on the realization of the Sustainable Development Goals. She will discuss the immense consequences of climate change for the enjoyment of human rights. She will raise the issue of whether and how human rights can inform climate change policy development and implementation. After the talk there will be time for Q+A.
   Lower Manhattan, New York, NY
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6:30 pm
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Talk | Writing for Children Forum: Kat Yeh


Kat Yeh, author of the debut novel The Truth about Twinkie Pie, grew up reading, doodling, and scribbling in Westtown, Pennsylvania. She worked as a copywriter for many years in advertising and sports marketing, while writing poems and children's books in the wee hours of the night. She currently lives on Long Island where she spends any non-writing time being outside as much as possible and exploring all the bay and harbor beaches with her family. She has never cooked a meal without pretending to be the host of a TV cooking show.
   Lower Manhattan, New York, NY
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6:30 pm
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Author Reading | A Chorus Line FAQ and Musical Performance


Celebrate the Broadway classic with a musical performance by cast members from the upcoming production of the show at The Secret Theatre in Long Island City. Show director Tom Rowan will also be on hand to discuss all there is to know about Broadway's singular Sensation and to sign copies of his book.
   Upper East Side,
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7:00 pm
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Workshop | Panic clinic for public speaking


Is pubic speaking a torturous ordeal? Do you avoid it completely? Learn about a serious Mind/Body Method that will change your life. No video, no positive thinking, no hints and tips, no visualization, just real training.
   Midtown, New York, NY
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7:00 pm
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Opening Reception | Photographs of celeberated people from 1970s


Mickalene Thomas’ portraits draw equally from 1970s black-is-beautiful images of women such as supermodel Beverly Johnson and actress Vonetta McGee; Édouard Manet’s odalisque figures; and the mise-en-scène studio portraiture of James Van Der Zee and Malick Sidibé, to mention a few. Much of her photographic work functions as a personal act of deconstruction and reappropriation—both of images she has created herself and images she has singled out as influence.
   Midtown, New York, NY
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7:00 pm
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Author Reading | Tom Hart reads from his book Rosalie Lightning


Tom Hart presents this achingly beautiful graphic memoir. In 2011, Hart's daughter Rosalie died unexpectedly. His emotional illustrations strike readers to the core and take them along his family's journey through loss.
   Upper West Side,
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7:00 pm
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Concert | Egon Lustgarten: Composer in Exile


Elysium (Jeannie Im, soprano; Dan Franklin Smith piano; Gregorij H. von Leïtis, narrator) Today the Austrian exiled composer Egon Lustgarten (1887 – 1961) is almost totally forgotten – unjustly so. In 1938, the ”Anschluss“ thwarted the planned world-premiere of Lustgarten’s opera Dante in Exile at the Vienna State Opera. The composer fled to New York with his family. Before his emigration, he composed one piano quartet, a violin concerto, a wind quintet, and numerous choral pieces. Many of his songs were published and performed in concerts in Austria and beyond. Lustgarten also wrote articles for various music magazines. With the help of songs, piano solo pieces, letters and diary entries, this program „Are there miracles? There are only miracles!” wants to provide an insight into the life and works of Egon Lustgarten. Reservations are required and can be made three weeks in advance of the performance
   Midtown East, New York, NY
7:30 pm
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Concert | Milton Babbitt’s World: A Centennial Celebration


Program: Milton Babbitt’s Electronic and Live World BABBITT it takes twelve to Tango (1984) BABBITT Minute Waltz (or 3/4 ± 1/8) (1977) BABBITT Playing for Time (1977); Jie Fang, piano BABBITT Ensembles for Synthesizer (1964) DAVIDOVSKY Synchronisms No. 12, for clarinet and electronic sounds (2008); Shen Liu, clarinet LANSKY notjustmoreidlechatter (1989) for computer-manipulated voices VINCENT Canonball, Cathy, and Three Way from A Jazz Set (1957, trans. 1990) MARTINO A Set for Clarinet (1954); Yoonah Kim, clarinet KIM Dear Linda (1993) BABBITT More Melismata (2005-06); Issei Herr, cello BABBITT Philomel (1964), for soprano, recorded soprano, and synthesized sound; Poem of John Hollander; Liv Redpath, soprano Milton Babbitt's World takes place Jan. 22 and Jan. 25-29.
   Lincoln Square, New York, NY
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7:30 pm
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Concert | Student Piano Recital


Han Yan, piano
   Upper Manhattan, New York, NY
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8:00 pm
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Performance | Gandhi, Is That You? Comedy Show


Stand-up comedy show (that has been featured on MTV, and that fills to standing-room only each week). The show is produced by Brendan Fitzgibbons (The Onion, McSweeney's) and Lance Weiss (Carolines on Broadway) with comedians from David Letterman, Vh1, MTV, The Onion, and Comedy Central. Free pizza!
   Lower East Side, New York, NY
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