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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on June 19, 2012?

51 free events take place on Tuesday, June 19 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 June 19 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 June . 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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51 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Tuesday, June 19, 2012

All events are free unless otherwise noted.
        

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 | Park Yoga


Expert instructors, provided by lululemon athletica, lead all levels of yogis. Mats are provided.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
Free

Workshop | Health Information Online


Hands on using wireless laptops. Learn to find consumer health information online, including doctors' credentials, hospital information, drug side effects, conventional and alternative medical treatments of diseases, diets, weight loss, nutrition and exercises, and how to evaluate these websites.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:30 am
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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11:00 am
$6

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., 1:15 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 3:15 p.m., and 4:00 p.m.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:15 am
Free

Birdwatching | Meet the Birds


Get an up-close visit with exotic birds from the Arcadia Bird Sanctuary and Education Center. Sanctuary Director Terri Jones and her sociable, people-friendly birds can be found near every Tuesday this summer, weather permitting. Stop by to watch, ask questions, interact with the birds, or just take pictures.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:30 am
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Jazz | Dixieland Jazz with the Gotham Jazzmen


The Gotham Jazzmen bring you all your old favorites and more.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Jazz | Brazilian and American Jazz with Luiz Simas


Brazilian/American pianist Luiz Simas is a versatile performer who feels totally at ease with both the music of his native Brazil and the American genres of jazz, ragtime and stride. Keyboard Magazine has described his playing as "sassy, clear and vibrant", and his music as "fresh, smart and witty". His latest CD, Mata Atlantica Piano Suite, was released by Lydjul Music in 2011.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
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Jazz | Piano Works by Gershwin and Chopin


Program: GERSHWIN Soon GERSHWIN I Got Rhythm GERSHWIN Someone to Watch Over Me KAPER Invitation RICHMAN My Heavy Heart RICHMAN Josh's Blues RICHMAN Rediscovering CHOPIN Fantasie-Impromptu HOWARD Fly Me to the Moon With Juilliard pianist Joshua Richman.
   New York City, NY; NYC
12:30 pm
Free

Concert | Rachelle Garniez, Accordionist


Enjoy a taste of Paris in the park at lunchtime with musette style accordion music.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
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Tour | “Manhattan Adirondacks” Tour


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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12:30 pm
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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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1:00 pm
$6

Gallery Talk | Curator's Tour of Jubilation|Rumination: Life, Real and Imagined


With Lee Kogan. Life is not lived in black and white: reality may have the tinge of dreams and dreams an air of reality. This provocative tension exists between the experiential nature of early American folk art and the fantastical imagery it often displays—between what is real and what is imagined. The same is true of the work of contemporary self-taught artists, which may introduce unique—and sometimes puzzling—expressions that illuminate the iconoclastic nature that is the flip side of the collective American psyche.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Workshop | Learn Fencing in the Park


Take a stab at the modern sport of fencing with masters from Manhattan Fencing Center. No prior experience needed and equipment is provided.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Discussion | Girlpower?: Teenage Heroines in Young Adult Dystopian Fiction


Katherine R. Broad, who recently completed her dissertation in English at the CUNY Graduate Center, will discuss representations of female protagonists in dystopian fiction for young adults.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:15 pm
Free

Workshop | Knitting in the Park


Free Classes in the Park. Knitty City provides free instruction to beginners. Yarn and needles are provided.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:30 pm
Free

Workshop | Stay Well Exercise


Join a free Stay Well exercise session. Stay Well volunteers certified by the NYC's Department for the aging will lead participants in a well-balanced series of exercises for seniors of all ability levels. Please wear loose comfortable clothing. Exercise equipment will be provided. All participants are required to sign a personal medical waiver at the beginning of the class.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free

Workshop | Introduction to eReading


Hands on using wireless laptops. Find out what you need to get started reading eBooks. Get an overview of devices, software and formats, and explore NYPL's eBook website.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:30 pm
Free

Screening | UEFA Euro 2012 Soccer Tournament Broadcast


Every match of the UEFA Euro 2012 Tournament will be shown on a 30 x 16′ HD LED screen, from June 8 to July 1.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:45 pm
Free

Workshop | Find Your Library Database Workshop


Hands on using wireless laptops. An introduction to NYPL databases and basic search techniques. Learn different database access points through the NYPL website, using Academic Search Premier and Reference USA as examples.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
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Workshop | Cyberscripting with Around The Block


CYBERSCRIPTING: a Dramatic Literature Workgroup hosted by Around The Block/Al Doblar La Esquina. Cyberscripting is the portrayal of our world using the power of dramatic literature, improvisation, scene writing, analysis, directing and performance. Bring your own scripts, poems, equations, programs, ideas for reading and discussion focused on the role of mathematics and technology in our urban community. All levels of expertise are welcome.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 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.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
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Concert | The Edmar Castaneda Trio plays Colombian music


Born in Bogota, Colombia, Edmar Castaneda began playing the Colombian harp at age thirteen. In 1994 he moved to the United States and was quickly recognized for his unmatched style and sound. Edmar produces cross-rhythms like a drummer, chordal flourishes like a flamenco guitarist, and seamlessly collates bebop and traditional Columbian music. Castaneda is joined by Dave Silliman on drums and Shlomi Cohen on soprano saxophone.
   New York City, NY; NYC
5:30 pm
Free

Workshop | Tuesday Night Yoga


In this Basic-Level Vinyasa Flow class for adults and seniors of all ability levels, they break down the basics of individual movements and teach basic fundamentals. They are geared toward the beginner, but great for students with more experience looking to further develop basic postures. It is our intention to get you moving so that you can feel the effect of the yoga, but provide extra instruction at a slightly slower pace to help you build your yoga foundation. Please bring your own mat or towel for the first few classes.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
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Screening | Exceprts from Julian Schlossberg's Witnesses to the 20th Century


Julian Schlossberg, veteran film and Broadway theater producer had an idea. He would videotape all the influential figures who had shaped the Twentieth Century and weave these accounts into a decade by decade chronology as told by the history makers themselves. It was a race against time. These legends were, for the most part, well past 75. Schlossberg wanted to convince 150 of them to share their unique points of view. For several, this would turn out to be their last interview. Amazingly, Presidents, Generals, newscasters, ambassadors archbishops, Governors, Senators, Congressmen, journalists, authors, playwrights, cabinet members, actors, singers, architects and titans of industry all said yes..... Some agreed to 30 minutes and stayed for hours. To a person, they were candid and brought unexpected insight into the events that shaped the world that we live in today. Among the completed interviews are: Madeline Albright, Buzz Aldrin, Robert Altman, Kofi Annan, Lauren Bacall, Joan Baez, F. Lee Bailey, Sec. James Baker, Ben Bradlee, Tom Brokaw, Helen Gurley Brown, Pat Buchanan, Art Buchwald, William F. Buckley, Jr., George H.W Bush. Schlossberg has completed the first five 45-minute segments which include film clips, stills, archival footage and newsreels. These will be shown for the first time in New York City
   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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Talk | Optimizing Your IRA and 401(k)


Learn how to maximize your retirement plans; including maximum contribution levels and optimal asset allocation. Sponsored by the Financial Planning Association of New York.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Workshop | Fitness Meet-Up


Lolë and FITiST team up to offer fitness meet-ups, including: yoga, boot camp, core training & boxing.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
Free

Dance Performance | Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana


Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana's performances uphold the purity and traditions of flamenco and classical Spanish dance while pushing the boundaries of the art form in new directions. The Company commissions dramatic works with original choreography and live music, and performs cutting edge dance in New York and throughout the United States.
   New York City, NY; NYC
6:30 pm
Free

Tour | Guided Tour of the High Line


Join a docent for a fun and informative walk along the High Line. Learn about the history, design, art, and horticulture of this unique park. Please arrive at least 15 minutes early to guarantee your spot.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Slide Lecture | Hollywood Battles Television


With Max Alvarez, film scholar, cultural writer, historian and festival curator. This visual talk takes audiences (via DVD clips and slides) on a journey through moviegoing during the tense prosperity of the Eisenhower era. As millions stayed home to watch Milton Berle and Lucille Ball on brand new television sets in the late 1940s and early '50s, Hollywood studios lost fortunes. To fight this TV enemy, the movie industry seduced wayward moviegoers with 3-D, stereophonic sound, CinemaScope, and a new generation of stars ideally suited to bolder and more adult subject matter: Marlon Brando, James Dean, Marilyn Monroe, Paul Newman, Elizabeth Taylor, and Sidney Poitier.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Discussion | Joseph Mitchell’s Harbor: The Lost New York City Waterfront


Joseph Mitchell’s Harbor: Of Rivermen, Oyster Beds, the Old Hotel, the Fulton Fish Market, and Other Tales of a Lost New York City Waterfront is a panel discussion featuring writers Mark Kurlansky, Luc Sante, Robert Sullivan and Nathan Ward, moderated by James Sanders.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Concert | Mannes College Classical Students


Every Tuesday night the stars shine bright in the Park! Enjoy classical music as students from from Mannes College The New School for Music perform on one of the Park’s most beautiful piers.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
Free

Talk | Speed Networking


The single most important thing you can do to manage your career and for most, the biggest challenge is to develop a network. How do you meet people and how do you tell them what they need to hear so you can meet with them, find new contacts and move your career forward? Even more importantly - how do you approach networking with the proper focus to make the most of your time? Consider Speed Networking. As part of the evening, coach Win Sheffield will give tips on how to present yourself comfortably in a few short sentences (an elevator pitch) to engage your listeners.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Workshop | Stargazing in the City


Every Tuesday at dusk, gaze at the stars, planets, and moon using high-powered telescopes, and chat with members of the Amateur Astronomers Association of New York about the sites you see.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Workshop | Sunset Yoga Classes


Landscaped gardens and water views provide an inspiring backdrop, as a certified instructor flows through vinyasas with the breezes of the river. This is a fun (and free!) opportunity to bring your yoga practice into the outdoors and enjoy the beauty of this uniquely special urban setting. A limited number of yoga mats are provided. Participants are encouraged to bring their own yoga mats and towels.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Workshop | Teach Yourself: Learn a New Language


Hands on using wireless laptops. Discover a wide selection of self-study resources to help you learn a new language or brush up on one you’ve studied before. Class covers resources available through NYPL and free websites.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Author Reading | Antony Beevor reads from his book The Second World War


Antony Beevor, a foremost military historian, applies his mastery of detail and sources to his latest book.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Screening | Czech Documentary: Libuse Rudinska's My Father George Voskovec (2011)


An American story of a Czech legendary actor. The film focuses on George Voskovec‘s life in the United States after 1950 when the communist regime in Czechoslovakia forced him into exile. His second. The first time was to escape the Nazis. 75 min. In Czech with English subtitles.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Workshop | Introduction To Meditation


With Joe Loizzo.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
$10 suggested donation

Film | Korean Cinema: Yong-gyun Kim's The Sword with No Name (2009)


A big hit at the Korean box office, Sword is the epitome of posh, luscious, decadent period filmmaking. Based on the real life Empress Myeongseong, it tells her story through the eyes of a bounty hunter who becomes her bodyguard. She tries to stand up to Russian and Japanese intervention in 19th Century Korea and the results are a series of luxurious, CGI-enhanced action scenes alternating with carefully calibrated and eye-meltingly colorful scenes of court life, making this movie feel like an unholy mix of Merchant-Ivory and The Matrix.
   New York City, NY; NYC
7:00 pm
Free

Poetry Reading | Poetry: An Emily Dickinson Program


With Daniela Gioseffi, Lee Briccetti and special guest Marsha Andrews.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Poetry Reading | Pulitzer winner Michael Cunningham and others read from Complete Poems: C.P. Cavafy


No modern poet so vividly brought to life the history and culture of Mediterranean antiquity; no writer dared break, with such taut energy, the early-twentieth-century taboos surrounding homoerotic desire; no poet before or since has so gracefully melded elegy and irony as the Alexandrian Greek poet Constantine Cavafy (1863–1933). Whether advising Odysseus on his return to Ithaca or confronting the poet with the ghosts of his youth, these verses brilliantly make the historical personal—and vice versa. To his profound exploration of longing and loneliness, fate and loss, memory and identity, Cavafy brings the historian’s assessing eye along with the poet’s compassionate heart.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Reading | Shameless: Pride Week with Melissa Febos, Eileen Myles, Ariel Levy and More


In honor of Pride Week 2012, Melissa Febos (pictured) curates a lineup of queer women writers to share shameless stories of sex, love, rebellion, redemption, and pride. Including prose, poetry, and film by Eileen Myles, Kelli Dunham, Katrina Del Mar, Pamela Sneed, Ariel Levy, and more.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Workshop | Waterfront Workouts: Pilates with the Fitness Guru


The Fitness Guru returns with Pilates Mat classes overlooking the New York Harbor. Limited mats available. Registration begins at 6:30pm.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Concert | Rupert Huber's What could have happened? 10 scenes for piano, live electronics and sonic projection


A concert by Austrian composer Rupert Huber, who is probably best-known for his work with Richard Dorfmeister, of Kruder & Dorfmeister fame, on their duo-project Tosca, will be performing a new composition on a state-of-the-art baby grand piano linked with live electronics and a sonic projection.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
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Performance | Theater Work-in-Progress: Festivities by Tom Rowan


With David Gelles, Peter Levine, Mark Light-Orr, Rita Rehn, Storm Reid, and Jessica B. Smith.
   New York City, NY; NYC
7:30 pm
Free

Workshop | Sunset Gita


Instructor: Joshua M. Greene. Here's an ideal course for enriching your yoga in the company of inspired teachers and students. Each session includes readings, analysis, audiovisuals, verse recitations and practical insights in India's essential wisdom text. Attendees will discover the message of the Gita, master basic vocabulary and concepts, and acquire skills for teaching and practicing Gita philosophy.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
Donations asked

Concert | The North/South Chamber Orchestra performs new and recent chamber works


Program: CHEN YAO Tangents II DAVID FARRELL Re-Callings CHRISTOPHER JAMES Bassoon Concerto MAX LIFCHITZ Yellow Ribbons No. 40
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
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Open Mike | 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
$3

Jazz | 5/5/5 After Hours Set


A great way to hear some of the most talented young lions of jazz while enjoying spectacular views of Manhattan.
   New York City, NY; NYC
11:00 pm
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