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17 free events take place on Sunday, May 24 in New York City.

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17 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Sunday, May 24, 2009

All events are free unless otherwise noted.

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City Walk | 14th Street Walk

Easy pace, couple of hours. Historic walk of past and present. Rain cancels.

New York City, NY; NYC

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10:00 am
$3

Workshop | Kayaking on the Hudson

Join 20-minute instructional paddles, and explore the Hudson River first hand. Please wear a bathing suit or shorts and a t-shirt, and know how to swim.

New York City, NY; NYC

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10:00 am
free, no reservation required

Lesson | Pilates in the Park

Classical Pilates encourages proper breathing, spinal alignment, core strengthening, muscle flexibility and balance in the body. Taught in the Park by Courtnie Vitali.

New York City, NY; NYC

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10:00 am
free, no reservation required

Fair | 22nd Annual Livable West Side Festival

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11:00 am
free, no reservation required

Tour | Historic Flatiron District

View some of the City’s most notable landmarks, including the New York Life Insurance building, the MetLife tower, the Appellate Courthouse and the famous Flatiron Building.

New York City, NY; NYC

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11:00 am
free, no reservation required

City Walk | Historic Orchard Street Tour

Take a journey down historic Orchard Street and discover the origins of New York's first discount retail district. The two-hour tour highlights the integral role that the shopping district has played in the history and development of the Lower East Side.

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11:00 am
free, no reservation required

Fair | Street Fair

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11:00 am
free, no reservation required

Lesson | Tai Chi in the Park

Led by members of the Taoist Tai Chi Society, participants will have the opportunity to relax and exercise among the changing exhibitions of contemporary outdoor sculpture. Classes are designed for all experience levels. Participants should wear comfortable clothing.

New York City, NY; NYC

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11:00 am
free, no reservation required

Birdwatching | Warbler Watch

You'll be amazed at the diversity of these unique birds stopping by and taking a spring break in the park. Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring your binoculars. Fun for all ages

New York City, NY; NYC

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11:00 am
free, no reservation required

Fair | Outdoors Art Fair

Oils, Pastels, Watercolors, Mixed Media, Graphics, Photography, Sculpture, One-of-Kind Crafts, including Fabrics, Jewelry, Glass, Wood and Ceramics.

New York City, NY; NYC

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12:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Park Walk | “Cross Park Promenade”

You'll be amazed at what you'll see.... a hidden bench that tells time, miniature boats powered by the wind, a magnificent sculpture celebrating fresh water, and a glorious drinking fountain for the city's equine population. These are just some of the the sites along the way on this east to west walk through the park. Tour is approximately one hour long.

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12:00 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.

New York City, NY; NYC

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2:00 pm
$5

Tour | HOBOKEN: The Comeback City

Discover the Birthplace of Frank Sinatra, and the location for the Film-"On the Waterfront" Enjoy Outdoor Cafes and Victorian Houses. Highlights: The Lackawanna Train Station, Hoboken City Hall , The Volunteer Fireman Statue, Memorial to the "Four Chaplains" of World War II and more.

New York City, NY; NYC

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2:00 pm
$15, but only...

Park Walk | “Views from the Past”

As you promenade through the heart of the Park, imagine yourself living in 19th Century New York City. Learn about the Park's history and how its designers, Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux, struggled to create the magnificent "Greensward" for the enjoyment of all. Tour lasts approximately one hour.

New York City, NY; NYC

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2:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Discussion | Free Planners Network Book Club

The Planners Book Club discusses built environments, urban history and planning. Its members deliberate New York City’s political, economic and physical infrastructures. All interested persons are welcome.

New York City, NY; NYC

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2:30 pm
free, no reservation required

Concert | Works for 4-hand piano by Mozart, Brahms, Schubert and others

Pianist Victoria Tzotzkova and Adriana Marinescu will also performs Scriabin, Debussy and Rachmaninov.

New York City, NY; NYC

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5:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Discussion | Voices from UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues

A presentation on different indigenous nations. Hosted by WBAI's Tiokasin Ghosthorse.

New York City, NY; NYC

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7:00 pm
$10 suggested donation

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Discussion | Major Political Correspondent in Conversation

Regular Price: $40
CFT Member Price: $0.00

Classical Music | Arias from Operas by Puccini & More

Regular Price: $40
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Play | Family Comedy at a Major Theater

Regular Price: $35
CFT Member Price: $0.00