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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on July 16, 2013?

48 free events take place on Tuesday, July 16 in New York City. Don't miss the opportunities that only New York provides! Exciting, high quality, unique and off the beaten path free events and free things to do take place in New York today, tonight, tomorrow and each day of the year, any time of the day: whether it's a weekday or a weekend, day or night, morning or evening or afternoon, December or July, April or November! These events will take your breath away!

New York City (NYC) never ceases to amaze you with quantity and quality of its free culture and free entertainment. Check out July 16 and see for yourself. Summer or Winter, Spring or Fall! Just click on any day of the calendar above and you'll find most inspiring and entertaining free events to go to and free things to do on each day of July . Don't miss the opportunities that only New York provides!

Some events take place all year long: same day of the week, same time there are there for you to take advantage of. One of the oldest free weekly events in Manhattan is Dixieland Jazz with the Gotham Jazzmen, which happen at noon every Tuesday. Another example of an event that you can attend all year round on weekdays is Federal Reserve Bank Tour, which takes place every week day at 1 pm (but advanced reservations are required). You can take at least 13 free tours every day of the year, except the New Year Day, July 4th, and the Christmas Day. If you are classical music afficionado, you can spend whole day in New York going from one free classical concert to another. If you love theater, then New York gives you an option to attend plays and musicals free of charge, or at deep discount. You just need to have information about it. And we are here to make that information available to you.
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48 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Tuesday, July 16, 2013

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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.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 am
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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.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:30 am
$10 suggested donation...

City Walk | All-in-One Downtown Tour


This tour utilizes your feet and the New York City Subway* to transport you from Lower Manhattan, the birthplace of New York, through Wall St and the Financial District, Greenwich Village, SoHo, Chinatown and Midtown Manhattan. There will be ample opportunities for memorable pictures. You'll get the chance to savor NY's best pizza and cannoli and other treats, learn how to play NY handball, maybe bargain with a shopkeeper in Chinatown, observe a game of street chess in Greenwich Village, people watch and window shop in SoHo, and kick back on the Highline Park. Along the way, you'll master the subway and learn about New York's Finest!
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
Free

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.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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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.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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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.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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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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11:00 am
$6

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.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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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. 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.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:15 am
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Birdwatching | Meet the Birds


Come face to face with an Eclectus Parrot, gaze at a Macaw, or hold a Conure. Exotic birds from the Arcadia Bird Sanctuary and Educational Center visit every Tuesday* this summer, weather permitting. Stop by to watch, ask questions, interact with the birds, or just take pictures. Sanctuary Director, Terri Jones, will be happy to introduce you to one of her sociable, people-friendly birds.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:30 am
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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!
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
Free

Concert | Isaac ben Ayala, Performing and Film Recording Pianist


Isaac ben Ayala has performed and recorded with many notable bands and greats - from Quincy Jones, Ray Charles, Louis Bellson, Leon Thomas, Frank Foster, David Murray, James Spaulding, Roy Hargrove, and Wynton Marsalis, to The New York City Ballet, The Sultans of Swing, The Donald Byrd Dance Company and Joe Piscipo. He has scored numerous films and can be heard on the piano in Dave Chappelle's Block Party (2006), The Mark Twain Prize Honors Billy Crystal (2007), and Denzel Washington's The Great Debaters (2008).
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
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Book Discussion | Tony-nominated actor Raúl Esparza discusses The Count of Monte Cristo


Book Club discussion on The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas. Facilitated by Raúl Esparza, Tony-nominated actor. Stop by and pick up a free advanced copy of your book club choice while supply lasts.
   New York City, NY; NYC
12:30 pm
Free

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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1:00 pm
$6

Concert | Tour of 2 Folk Art Shows


Free tour of Bill Traylor: Drawings from the Collections of the High Museum of Art and the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts and Traylor in Motion: Wonders from New York Collections.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Tour | US Customs House Building Tour


A Museum Ambassador provides a 45-minute in-depth look at the unique architecture and design of the Alexander Hamilton Customs House.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Workshop | Knitting in the Park


Beginner classes presented by Knitty City. Yarn and needles are provided.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:30 pm
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Workshop | Citizen Cartography: Building a Virtual Atlas of New York


Help build the geospatial library of the future! This workshop will get you oriented with the a set of tools the Library has developed that enables librarians and the general public to add valuable geographic context to old maps. The workshop will focus on the core activity of the website: georectification, or "warping" maps. This means overlaying digital images of historic maps onto a contemporary digital map (similar to Google Maps), transforming them into tiles of a virtual atlas.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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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.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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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.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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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!
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
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Concert | Lorraine Klaasen: A Tribute to Miriam Makeba


Born and raised in Soweto, Lorraine Klaasen is one of a handful of South African artists to preserve the classic sound of “township music” – a genre born in South Africa’s marginalized, apartheid-era housing projects – which continues to be the most distinctive sound to come out of the country. Influenced by singing legends of the 50s and 60s including Miriam Makeba, Dolly Rathebe, and Busi Mhlongo, the 2013 Juno Award winner has electrified audiences worldwide with her dynamic stage presence and showmanship, accomplishing her childhood dream of taking “township music” to the rest of the globe and creating a truly African sound.
   New York City, NY; NYC
5:30 pm
Free

Concert | The 5th Annual Hudson Square Music & Wine Festival: Tim O'Brien


Tim O'Brien (born March 16, 1954 in Wheeling, West Virginia) is an American country and bluegrass musician. In addition to singing, he plays guitar, fiddle, mandolin, banjo, bouzouki and mandocello. To date, he has released more than ten studio albums, in addition to charting a duet with Kathy Mattea entitled "The Battle Hymn of Love", a No. 9 hit on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks (now Hot Country Songs) charts in 1990.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
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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.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Concert | Kathie Lee Gifford and others perform from her musical Scandalous


The stars of Scandalous: The Musical - Carolee Carmello, David Friedman and Kathie Lee Gifford - present a live event featuring music from the show. They will sign copies of the new Broadway cast recording. This will be a wristbanded event - wristbands available at the store starting at 9:00 am on Tuesday, July 16.
   New York City, NY; NYC
6:00 pm
Free

Workshop | Meditation at the Library


Sahaja Meditation is a holistic approach to living in balance. The simple technique gives the experience of inner silence, calm and contentment. Sahaja Meditation is an inner yoga (connection), meaning no mental or physical effort is required. Whatever the issue facing us—frustration, anger, anxiety, bad habits, loneliness—Sahaja Meditation awakens a vibrant energy within each of us that empowers us to achieve our genuine self-expression and fulfillment .
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Discussion | Wisdom and World Affairs


Join Ken Gans for a stimulating philosophical discussion on humanism.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Screening | Dance Screening with Dean Moss


This summer's MELT will include a special weekly movie night hosted by MELT composition faculty. These events feature work that inspires, influences, engages and/or represents the artists' current creative process and artistic concerns. The screenings provide an opportunity for a more in-depth dialogue between students and teachers beyond the workshop setting, as well as a chance to connect in a more social environment.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Talk | Ethical Activism


Moderator: Dr. Anne Klaeysen. Social justice takes many forms and has different goals; some are long-term like the Settlement House movement, others immediate and spontaneous like Occupy Wall Street. Explore the ways in which ethics can be strategic and effective in our community by learning from activists in the areas of immigration, housing, living wage, and criminal justice.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Workshop | Fitness: Park Circuit


Get fit this summer with innovative exercises designed by top trainers to utilize the Park’s best natural features: rocks, trails, stairs, hills, and gorgeous open lawns. A variety of classes will help you to maximize your strength and agility, as well as increase flexibility and muscle tone. All fitness levels welcome. Space is limited to 20 participants per class on a first come, first served basis. Ages 18+.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Park Walk | High Line Guided Walking Tour


Hear the story behind New York City’s park in the sky. Tuesday Tours are free hour-long walking tours led by High Line Docents, knowledgeable volunteer guides who offer you an insider’s perspective on the park’s history, design, and landscape. Space is limited. Please arrive at least 15 minutes early to guarantee a spot. Subject to cancellation due to weather.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Slide Lecture | Oliver Burkeman discusses his book The Antidote: Happiness for People Who Can't Stand Positive Thinking


This lecture with illustrations explores an alternative route to contentment with insights from sources as varied as Greek philosophers, Buddhist practitioners, experimental psychologists, terrorism experts, and business consultants. These sources argue that ‘positive thinking’ and relentless optimism aren’t the solution, but part of the problem and that there is an alternative, ‘negative path’ to happiness and success that involves embracing failure, pessimism, insecurity and uncertainty – those things we spend our lives trying to avoid.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Workshop | Pilates - Mat Class


This total body workout develops superior core muscle power and tone, all with a beautiful view of the Hudson. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring your own mat.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Concert | Stars of Tomorrow: Jazz & Classical


Students from the New School for Jazz and Contemporary Music and Mannes College The New School for Music play classical and jazz.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Workshop | Sunset Yoga


Take your Yoga practice outdoors and be inspired by the spectacular views and refreshing river breezes. Weather permitting, classes take place on the Plaza and are led by a certified fitness instructor.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Workshop | Yogamaya Yoga


Join YOGAMAYA in the grass for a free sampling of their signature vinyasa flow class. Mats are provided free for the use of patrons participating in the classes.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Poetry Reading | A Tribute to Poet Marie Ponsot


With: Scott Hightower, Sapphire, Jackson Taylor, Melody Compo, Jean Valentine, Alan Felsenthal, Lee Briccetti, Jason Schneiderman, Jean Gallagher, Ed Hirsh, Richard Howard, Jamie Stern, and Michael Broder.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Author Reading | Daniel Silva reads from his book The English Girl


Madeline Hart is a rising star in Britain's governing party: beautiful, intelligent, driven by an impoverished childhood to succeed. But she is also a woman with a dark secret: she is the lover of Prime Minister Jonathan Lancaster.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Film | Korean Film: Nam Da-jeong's Play (2011)


The moments of love between three youngsters in the process of making their own music after deciding to form a band. 99 min.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Book Discussion | Lauroe Colwin's Home Cooking in 2013


If you’re a fan of Laurie Colwin or just love gathering around a table to find out what horrors your friends might be inflicting on you for dinner, this is an evening you won’t want to miss.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Theater | Outdoor Theater: Shakespeare's The Tempest


On a remote island, Prospero, the rightful Duke of Milan, plots to restore his daughter Miranda to her rightful place using illusion and skillful manipulation. This production, by New York Classical Theatre, is a roving production, in that the show and the audience move from place to place within the park.
   New York City, NY; NYC
7:00 pm
Free

Workshop | Pilates with the Fitness Guru


The Fitness Guru (aka Michael Feigin) is back in the park for Pilates Mat classes overlooking the New York Harbor. Learn to properly activate the muscles of your abdomen and back to create an incredible amount of stability in your torso. Pilates is designed to restore the natural curvature of the spine while rebalancing the muscles around the joints. A few notes: Registration begins at 6:30 pm each evening. Remember to bring a mat if you have one (a limited number of mats are available first come first served - with valid ID). Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. All participants must sign a waiver each night before participating.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Workshop | Pop-Up Yoga NYC


Join a meditative end to the day. Open-level Vinyasa style. BYOM (bring your own mat) and let your stress melt away.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Workshop | Summer Sparks Outdoor Learning Festival


NYC's first-ever, outdoor summer learning festival, SUMMER SPARKS will host highly unique, pop-up classes and make them available to the public. Classes will be taught by the city's leading instructors and will range in topics from iPhone-photography, juggling and salsa, to kimchi-making, origami, banjo and more. All skill levels welcome - only curiosity required.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Film | Maiken Baird & Michelle Major's Venus and Serena (2013): Tennis' Championship Sisters


Ever since Venus and Serena Williams started playing in tennis tournaments, they've provoked strong reactions - from awe and admiration to suspicion and resentment. They've been winning championships for over a decade, pushing the limits of longevity in such a demanding sport. How long can they last? 99 min.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
$10 suggested admission

Concert | A Musical Adventure: Chamber Music for Toy Piano


Featuring Margaret Leng Tan a foremost performer of new piano music and the world's first toy piano virtuoso (“The queen of the toy piano” - The New York Times) performing the US premiere of the chamber version of a toy piano concerto written for her by British composer Michael Wookey. Also works by John Cage, Richard Strauss and Adolphe Blanc.
   New York City, NY; NYC
8:00 pm
Free

Concert | Metropolitan Opera stars perform arias and duets


An enchanting evening of favorite opera arias and duets featuring rising Metropolitan Opera stars Erin Morley (soprano), Isabel Leonard (mezzo-soprano), and Stephen Costello (tenor), accompanied by pianist Bradley Moore.
   New York City, NY; NYC
8:00 pm
Free

Performance | Penny’s Open Mic


Spoken word artists, musicians, comedians, and other creative folks are invited to put their two cents in at this weekly gathering hosted by Penny Pollak.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:00 pm
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