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36 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Monday, July 15, 2019

All events are free unless otherwise noted.

Editor's Picks

Marie Antoinette (2006): Oscar Winning Story Of The French Queen

Documentary: Bob Fosse: Steam Heat (1990)

Summer Concert: Country Classics

The Magnificent Seven: Sporting Lives

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Workshop | Pilates Workshop

Monday morning Pilates, presented by the Pilates Initiative and Return to Life Center. Mats are provided by Balanced Body and are available to the first 30 attendees at each class. Mondays, May 6-August 26, 2019

Manhattan, New York, NY

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7:30 am
free, no reservation required

Workshop | Morning Meditation

Balance mind, body, and spirit in this Primordial Sound Meditation led by an instructor. Work with a personal mantra, a specific sound or vibration. Take part in a regular meditation practice that lowers blood pressure, reduces stress, and strengthens the immune system.

Manhattan, New York, NY

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9:45 am
free, no reservation required

Tour | 13 Tours, All City Neighborhoods, Any Time Of The Day, Choose One Tour Or Many

These free tours take place at various times during the day, all day long. You can make reservations for as many tours as your schedule allows. SoHo, Little Italy and Chinatown Brooklyn Bridge, Brooklyn Heights + DUMBO 3 Hour Lower Manhattan Harlem Chelsea and the High Line 6 Hour Downtown Combined Greenwich Village Central Park Lower Manhattan Midtown Manhattan Grand Central Terminal Graffiti and Street Art Tours World Trade Center

Manhattan, New York, NY

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10:00 am
free

Tour | Tour of Gracie Mansion, Home of New York's Mayors

In 1799, a prosperous New York merchant named Archibald Gracie built a country house overlooking a bend in the East River, five miles north of the then-New York City limits. Little did he know that, more than 200 years later, his home would be serving as the official residence of the First Family of New York City - a place where history is made, not merely recorded. As a historic house museum run by the Parks Department, sitting on 11 acres of grounds now known as Carl Schurz Park, Gracie Mansion has served as the home of 10 mayors, beginning first with Mayor Fiorello H. La Guardia in 1942. Today, Gracie Mansion is occupied by the de Blasio family, which has opened its doors in the spirit of the administration's motto: one city, rising together. In keeping with that theme, Mayor de Blasio and First Lady Chirlane McCray have introduced a new art installation, titled “Windows on the City: Looking Out at Gracie’s New York.” This tour repeats every Monday.

Manhattan, New York, NY

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10:00 am
Free

**Film | Nashville (1975): Oscar Winning Comedy Drama**

Over the course of a few hectic days, numerous interrelated people prepare for a political convention as secrets and lies are surfaced and revealed. 160 min. Director: Robert Altman. Starring Keith Carradine, Karen Black, Ronee Blakley. Nashville won the Academy Award for Best Original Song and it had four other nominations for Best Picture, Best Director and Best Supporting Actress (for two times). The movie was selected for preservation in the United States National Film Registry in 1992.

Manhattan, New York, NY

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11:00 am
free, no reservation required

Other | Karaoke For Adults

Great chance to sing along to your favorite songs!

Manhattan, New York, NY

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11:30 am
free, no reservation required

Workshop | Brazilian Portuguese Class

The park speaks Brazilian Portuguese with instruction by inlingua. Learn a new language in these standalone beginner classes. Classes are not cumulative, so you may attend any class throughout the season without needing to play catch up.

Manhattan, New York, NY

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11:45 am
Free

Workshop | Dance Class

Scientifically-based dance-exercise program. Gentle warm-up, light aerobics and targeted strengthening that is safe, fun and enjoyable for all.

Manhattan, New York, NY

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12:15 pm
free, no reservation required

Author Reading | The Wild Bunch: Sam Peckinpah, a Revolution in Hollywood, and the Making of a Legendary Film

For the fiftieth anniversary of the film, W.K. Stratton's definitive history of the making of The Wild Bunch, named one of the greatest Westerns of all time by the American Film Institute.

Manhattan,

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12:30 pm
free, no reservation required

Concert | Piano in the Park: Ragtime, Stride, and Jazz

Summertime, and the livin’ is easy... so swing on by for toe-tappin’ performances by New York’s finest, playing ragtime, stride, and jazz to your heart’s delight. With: Dan Manjovi, Recording Artist, Performer, Composer

Manhattan, New York, NY

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12:30 pm
free, no reservation required

**Film | Babes in Arms (1939): Musical Comedy With Judy Garland**

A group of vaudevillians struggling to compete with talkies hits the road hoping for a comeback. Frustrated to be left behind, all of their kids put on a show themselves to raise money for the families and to prove they've got talent, too. 94 min. Director: Busby Berkeley. Starring Mickey Rooney, Judy Garland, Charles Winninger. The film was nominated for two Academy Awards for Best Actor in a Leading Role and Best Music, Scoring.

Manhattan, New York, NY

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1:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Workshop | Lunchtime Meditation

Take a mid-day pause to refresh your mind and re-establish your center in the midst of bustling city life. Meditation is a powerful tool to eliminate stress, to heal the body, mind, and brain, and to enhance your personal well-being and positive relationship with the world.

Manhattan, New York, NY

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1:00 pm
$10 suggested donation

**Film | Marie Antoinette (2006): Oscar Winning Story Of The French Queen**

The retelling of France's iconic but ill-fated queen, Marie Antoinette. From her betrothal and marriage to Louis XVI at 15 to her reign as queen at 19 and to the end of her reign as queen, and ultimately the fall of Versailles. 123 min. Director: Sofia Coppola. Starring Kirsten Dunst, Jason Schwartzman, Rip Torn. Marie Antoinette won the Academy Award for Best Costume Design.

Manhattan, New York, NY

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2:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Lesson | Resume Help

Need help with resume writing? Not sure how to edit it? Get one-on-one assistance with writing your resume. Please bring a hard copy of your resume or a USB flash drive to save and edit it.

Manhattan, New York, NY

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2:30 pm
free, no reservation required

Lesson | American Sign Language For Beginners

Interested in learning American Sign Language? Find out how to become a fluent communicator or make a career from your ASL skills by attending our free workshop for all ages. American Sign Language is a natural language that serves as the predominant sign language of deaf communities in the United States and most of Anglophone Canada.

Manhattan, New York, NY

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4:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Workshop | Big City Fishing

Adults and kids aged 5+ learn how to fish while engaging with trained environmental educators about river science topics. They provide the rods, reels and instruction. Mondays, July 1-August 19, 2019

Manhattan, New York, NY

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5:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Workshop | Big City Fishing

Adults and kids aged 5+ learn how to fish while engaging with trained environmental educators about river science topics. They provide the rods, reels and instruction. Mondays, July 1-August 26, 2019

Manhattan, New York, NY

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5:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Workshop | Game Nights in the Park

Weekly Game Nights are the perfect place to learn a new game, challenge yourself with new opponents, swap strategies, and meet like-minded people. Mondays through Fridays, May 1-August 30, 2019 Mondays: Mah Jongg Tuesdays: Word Game Night Wednesdays: Catan Game Night Thursdays: Mah Jongg (3pm-5pm); Beginner Chess (5pm-7pm) Fridays: Learn a New Game Night

Manhattan,

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5:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Talk | LogicLounge: Spouseware and Stalkerware

Powerful surveillance software for everyday use is widely available on the internet for affordable prices. Some are marketed as ways for employers to monitor the movements of their workers, or for parents to check electronically on the whereabouts of their children. Others promise to help you to reveal infidelity. Do you have any idea how easy it is for the spyware apps to tune in your calls, text messages, real-time GPS location or encrypted messaging apps like WhatsApp? What is the impact of spouseware/stalkware industry on domestic abuse? While the market for electronic surveillance to monitor someone without their consent is booming, what are the tech community, the police, and the policy makers doing to fight this disease? Speaker Eva Galperin is Director of Cybersecurity at Electronic Frontier Foundation and the head of EFF’s Threat Lab.

Manhattan, New York, NY

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5:00 pm
Free

Workshop | Ping Pong

The Push ping pong returns with DJ Mike for outdoor table tennis to suit any style, casual or competitive. Mondays, June 3-August 12, 2019.

Manhattan, New York, NY

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5:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Lesson | Writing Class

Want to meet local writers? Commit to a writing schedule? Practice your craft through writing prompts? Read original work to get and give feedback? Then come to the biweekly meetings of the Writing Club. Writers of all genres and styles, at all levels, are welcome to participate. No sign-ups required. For adults (ages 18 and up).

Manhattan, New York, NY

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5:15 pm
free, no reservation required

Dancing | Dance And Sculpt

Move your body to the beat! Have fun while you exercise! Bring a towel or an exercise mat. Come in comfortable clothing. This workshop takes place every Monday.

Manhattan, New York, NY

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5:30 pm
free, reservation required

**Author Reading | The Blue Period: The Tragic Romance That Nearly Destroyed Picasso**

A talk, book signing and special live musical performance by Mafer Bandola to launch author Luke Jerod Kummer's new book The Blue Period, a novel about the tragic romance that nearly destroyed a young Pablo Picasso—while granting him his first flight of creative genius

Manhattan, New York, NY

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6:00 pm
free, no reservation required

**Screening | Documentary: Bob Fosse: Steam Heat (1990)**

The Jerome Robbins Dance Division houses over 80 episodes of the long running television show. To celebrate this honor, library is screening a few of the many treasures from the series. Dance in America: Bob Fosse: Steam Heat (1990) A screening of the Emmy award winning profile of Bob Fosse. This documentary encompasses his work as dancer, actor, choreographer, and stage and film director. The program includes interviews with Fosse himself, as well as remembrances from his friends, and reminiscences by his former wife, the dancer Gwen Verdon.

Manhattan,

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6:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Workshop | Do It All Fitness: A Total Body Workout After Work

This total body workout fuses artistry and athleticism to lift your booty and your spirit. Strength training is coupled with high and low impact cardio elements to foster the most powerful version of yourself. Class is free and no experience is required. Class is taught by instructors from Jane DO, a studio that empowers women to find their strength through fitness so they can DO what others don’t - own a business meeting, rock a date, cross the next finish line. Mondays, June 3 - July 29, 2019

Manhattan, New York, NY

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6:30 pm
Free

Concert | Summer Concert: Country Classics

The Haggard Kings ... Country Classics, Original tunes, Bluegrass & Rock.

Manhattan, New York, NY

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6:30 pm
free, no reservation required

Workshop | Tai Chi on the Hudson

Take your workout to our waterfront! This exercise class returns, giving you opportunities to get fit. All are welcome to participate in this ancient Chinese system of movement for health and vitality. Mondays, June 3-September 9, 2019

Manhattan, New York, NY

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6:30 pm
Free

Dance Lesson | West African Dance Class

Get fit while having tons of fun in this dance class. All are welcome to learn the traditional dances unique to West Africa. African dances are largely participatory, with spectators being part of the performance. Mondays, June 3-August 30, 2019

Manhattan, New York, NY

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6:30 pm
free, no reservation required

Author Reading | 2 New Books: The Great Pretender / The Ghosts of Eden Park

Susannah Cahalan will read from The Great Pretender, and Karen Abbott will read from The Ghosts of Eden Park.

Brooklyn, New York, NY

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