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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on May 24, 2013?

31 free events take place on Friday, May 24 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 May 24 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 May . 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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31 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Friday, May 24, 2013

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Concert | Grammy-Winning Pop Rockers


Having scored last year with the youth anthems "We Are Young," "Some Nights" and "Carry On," the trio from New York City show up to promote their new single, "Why Am I the One." Attendees are advised to arrive early.
   New York City, NY; NYC
7:00 am
Free

Concert | Michael Bolton, Grammy-Winning 90s Crooner


Bolton had two number one hits - "How Am I Supposed to Live Without You" and "When a Man Loves a Woman" - and has released 17 albums, including his latest, Ain't No Mountain High Enough.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 am
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Tour | The Bronx: Hall Of Fame, Library Murals, Fordham


Approximately 4 miles, moderate to brisk pace, but with frequent stops. We will explore Fordham Road, the old Aqueduct, the Hall of Fame and library murals at Bronx Community College, Jerome Ave elevated train, Grand Concourse, and a Fordham University. Lunch at a local restaurant (possibly on Arthur Avenue).
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:00 am
$3

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
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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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Tour | Lower Manhattan Tour


It is here, as much as anywhere, where American history started. It's where the first US Congress assembled and produced the Bill of Rights and where President George Washington took his first oath of office. It's here where the world's most important stock exchange and one of the most famous bridges stand. And it is here where an unspeakable tragedy took place and where a rebirth is underway.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Fair | Street Fair


   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. Tour times: 11am & 1pm.
   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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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

Workshop | Yoga at the Library


Free Yoga Classes at the Library bought to you by Shape up NYC. Expert Instructors. Please bring your own mats.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
Free

Tour | Grand Central and Its Neighborhood


Discover architecture and social history of Grand Central neighborhood; learn secrets of Whispering Gallery in Grand Central Terminal; gaze upon hubcaps and roadsters on side of Chrysler Building; discover favorite Midtown Manhattan hangout of Mercury, Hercules, and Minerva; learn why Pershing Square isn’t really square; visit original Lincoln Memorial by Daniel Chester French. Award-winning tour led by urban explorer, historian, and storyteller Justin Ferate.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
Free

Jazz | Russ Kassoff, Jazz Pianist


Russ Kassoff is currently playing trio and solo jazz concerts, clubs, festivals, master classes and private parties. In 2013 Russ continues to perform in concert as conductor/pianist to Rita Moreno as well as Louise Pitre. In 2012 he was music director for a most touching gala event for the Pasadena Symphony & Pops in memory of Marvin Hamlisch.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
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Park Walk | “Amble Through the Ramble” Tour


Over streams, under arches, through the woods along a maze of pathways in a 38-acre woodland respite. Tour will be approximately one hour.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
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Film | Joe Wright's Oscar Winner Atonement (2007): Based on Ian McEwan's Novel


With Keira Knightley, James McAvoy, Kristin Scott Thomas. Fledgling writer Briony Tallis, as a 13-year-old, irrevocably changes the course of several lives when she accuses her older sister's lover of a crime he did not commit. 130 min.
   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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City Walk | Greenwich Village Tour


Greenwich Village is among Manhattan's most desirable and expensive residential neighborhoods. It's history, however, betrays it's monied status. The Village, with it's quiet, shaded streets, lined with lovely brick and brownstone townhouses, was once the incubating ground of artistic, social and political movements that have helped shape US history. From the Beats to the Folk Movement, from workers rights to gay rights, the Village has often been the center of it all.
   New York City, NY; NYC
2:00 pm
Free

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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Screening | Vincente Minnelli's Oscar Nominee The Pirate (1948): Identity Thief


With Judy Garland, Walter Slezak, Gene Kelly. A Caribbean beauty, who is engaged to a local rich man, has a mad crush on the legendary pirate, Macoco. A traveling singer falls in love with the beauty and to impress her, he poses as the pirate. 101 Minutes.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Talk | Sinister Reading: Crime, Mystery, and Detective Fiction at the Library


Exploring the history of crime, mystery, and detective fiction through the resources and collections of the Library.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:15 pm
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Concert | Juilliard String Quartet Seminar Recital


Featuring Aeolus String Quartet (Washington, D.C.), Aïzuri String Quartet (New York, NY), Rosco String Quartet (Salt Lake City, UT); Centre Street String Quartet (Baltimore, MD), PUBLIQuartet (New York, NY), Kubrick String Quartet (Baltimore, MD). Quartets from around the globe are coached by the members of the world-famous Juilliard String Quartet. The results are displayed during these concerts on the seminar's final day.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:30 pm
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City Walk | The High Line Sunset Tour


The area around the High Line Park was a vital business district of New York City, supplying fresh fruits, French Cheeses and Russian caviar as well as fresh meats to City markets. The hustle and bustle of the streets induced the City to elevate the railroad trains delivering goods to the commercial buildings. When interstate truck traffic made the railway outdated, it fell into ruin, only to be regenerated as a park. Reservations Required RESERVE NOW
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
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Concert | 3 Folk Music Acts


5:30 Bird Courage - Experimental folk 6:05 Heidi Sidelinker - Haunting, ethereal folk 6:40 Tuelo and her Cousins - South African rock and blues Hosted by Lara Ewen
   New York City, NY; NYC
5:30 pm
Free

Park Walk | Central Park Sunset Tour


Join Free Tours by Foot as they stroll through the park and tell the epic story of New York's green oasis. Once described as the lungs of the city, Central Park brings a breath of fresh air to New York's crowded urban terrain. What started out as the rocky and desolate northern fringes of a rapidly expanding city is today amongst the world's most famous and beloved public parks. Originally intended to bring people of all walks of life together -- a people's park -- Central Park lives up to it's original designs. With over 843 acres of meadows, hills, ball fields and bodies of water, it's impossible not to find something to enjoy in Central Park.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
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Film | George Sidney's Oscar Winner Anchors Aweigh (1945): Singin' Sailors


Stars Frank Sinatra, Kathryn Grayson, Gene Kelly. Two sailors, one naive, the other experienced in the ways of the world, on liberty in Los Angeles, is the setting for this movie musical. 143 min.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Performance | No Name... & A Bag O' Chips Comedy/Variety Show


With performers Jim Mendrinos (The Complete Idiot's Guide to Comedy Writing), Carole Montgomery (Nick @ Nite's Funniest Mom in America), Joseph Rocha (BET "Comic View") and Hilary Schwartz (“Nice Jewish Girls Gone Bad”).
   New York City, NY; NYC
7:00 pm
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Concert | College String Quartet Seminar Recital


Quartets from around the globe are coached by the members of the world-famous String Quartet. The results are displayed during these concerts on the seminar’s final day. Participating quartets to be announced.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
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Screening | Documentary: Bobbito Garcia & Kevin Couliau's Doin' It In The Park: Pick-Up Basketball, NYC (2012)


Doin' It In The Park explores the history, culture and social impact of New York's summer b-ball scene, the worldwide "Mecca" of the sport. In New York City, pick-up is not just a sport. It is a way of life. There are 700+ outdoor courts, and an estimated 500,000 players, the most loyal of which approach the game as a religion, and the playground as their church. 83 min.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
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Concert | Juilliard String Quartet Seminar Recital


Featuring Aeolus String Quartet (Washington, D.C.), Aïzuri String Quartet (New York, NY), Rosco String Quartet (Salt Lake City, UT); Centre Street String Quartet (Baltimore, MD), PUBLIQuartet (New York, NY), Kubrick String Quartet (Baltimore, MD). Quartets from around the globe are coached by the members of the world-famous Juilliard String Quartet. The results are displayed during these concerts on the seminar's final day.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
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Concert | Abdou Mboup and Waakaw, Senegalese Dance Musicians


A key developer of the mbalax style of Senegalese dance music, multi-instrumentalist Abdou Mboup is a longtime ambassador of Senegal’s musical tradition. Having collaborated with the likes of Nina Simone, Harry Belafonte, Jean-Luc Ponty, and Afrika Bambaataa, Mboup, who performs with his new band Waakaw, marries jazz with a virtuosic mastery of the West African kora.
   New York City, NY; NYC
10:00 pm
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