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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on October 30, 2010?

38 free events take place on Saturday, October 30 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 October 30 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 October . 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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38 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Saturday, October 30, 2010

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City Walk | Great Bridges of Manhattan Walk


Start at GW Bridge, end at Brooklyn Bridge. The walkway on the Henry Hudson Bridge has reopened after 2 years, so you should be able to walk over 16 bridges that exit Manhattan Island. Expect to finish around 9 PM. The entire route will be 27+ miles of walking, plus two or three bus/subway rides. Bring plenty of water, sandwiches, snacks, and Metro Card. Moderately paced, plus there may be a “fast group” for those who want to walk faster and farther. Heavy rain or blizzard cancels.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:00 am
$3 plus MetroCard

Workshop | Drawing in the Park


Sketch and paint the Hudson River and neighboring parks with a professional artist/educator. Materials provided or bring your own.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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City Walk | Historic District Walking Tour


A relaxing stroll through SoHo, Little Italy and Chinatown. 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. Sites we cover on the tour: * SoHo's Cast Iron District * Haughwout Building * Heath Ledger's Apartment Building * Little Italy * Lombardi's Pizza * Canal and Mott Streets * Former Five Points District (Gangs of NY) * Film and tv locations, including Ghost, Sex in the City and Men in Black
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Park Walk | West Side Stories Tour


Walk through a scenic area on the western edge of the Park, much of which is off the beaten track for most visitors. See rolling meadows, lake views, bridges of different styles, and a garden with flowers and plants mentioned by Shakespeare.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Hike | Three Green Brooklyn Jewels Hike


7-8 Miles - moderate pace - some short but very steep climbs. Visit Brooklyn Botanic Garden, tour Prospect Park and end up in Greenwood Cemetery to visit many famous people’s graves. Hope for spectacular Fall color. Bad weather cancels. Bring lunch/water. CALL TO CONFIRM.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:30 am
$3

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

Hike | Cemetery Walk in Queens


Old Calvary, New Calvary, Mt. Zion, Mt. Olivet and Lutheran. Pace easy, some hills. Distance 6 to 7 miles, duration five to six hours. Bring lunch, water, binoculars or a camera with optical zoom lens.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
$3

Park Walk | Garden Tour


The tour highlights the history, design, and unique plantings of the 70-year-old Garden, led by staff. (Approximately 75 mins.) Features blooming perennial and annual borders (over 250 varieties) as well as ornamental trees and shrubs.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Workshop | Knitting Circle


Knit, purl & crochet too! Bring your knitting and crocheting needles and yarn to join the circle. All are welcome.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Fair | Street Fair


   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Fair | Street Fair


   New York City, NY; NYC
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Festival | Day of the Dead/Dia de los Muertos


A variety of events and workshops will be offered. Day of the Dead has been one of Mexico’s most important festivals since pre-Hispanic times. It is a time for families to gather and welcome the souls of the dead on their annual visit home. Cempasúchil (marigold) flowers, burning copal incense, fresh pan de muerto bread, candles, sugar skulls, photographs and mementos of the departed adorn special altars. In Mexico, Day of the Dead is celebrated over an entire week with the preparation of altars, foods, dance, music and special offerings for people who have died. Mano a Mano recreates the magical space of a village churchyard during the celebration and has organized a series of events including altar building, workshops, dance, poetry and music.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Lecture | Japan Circa 1959: The High-Growth Economy and the Social Effects of Television


A Brown Bag Lecture with Yoshikuni Igarashi, Associate Professor of History, Vanderbilt University.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Tour | “A Road Once Traveled”


Holding the Park's northern highlands was key in the American Revolution and the War of 1812 because armies could see their enemies approach as they sailed down the East River. History buffs will love this tour.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Festival | 7th Annual International Latin/Tropical Music Collector’s Festival


A day–long event of collectors, displays, a flea market, vendors, panel discussions, performances, musicians, dancers, scholars, radio personalities and Djs, spinning original vinyl and capped off by a live music FIESTA with the Mambo Legends Orchestra, under the direction of Johnny Rodriguez, Jose Madera & Mitch Frohman joined by jazz trompeter, Randy Brecker. This year’s theme, “Salsa Meets Jazz” pays homage to the legendary New York venue, the Village Gate, where popular "salsa" music bands of the 70s & 80s joined with jazz artists of the times to make musical historic dreams. Former owner Art D'Lugoff's brother Burt, who was a silent partner at The Gate, is invited as well as collector Orlando Godoy who will be exhibiting his premier collection and footage of the "Salsa Meets Jazz" music series at The Gate.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
$10

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

Screening | Daily Screenings: Spooky Tales


Showing: The City, The Flying Head, Qulqi Chaleco/Vest Made of Money, and The Winter Chill. Starts at 1pm and 3pm.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Park Walk | Walk NYC


A walking program that encourages New Yorkers of all ages to get fit while enjoying the outdoors. With funding provided by Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield, Parks hired trained walking instructors who will keep participants active, exercising and having fun.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Theater | Anna Ziegler's Play Photograph 51: The Politics of DNA


London, 1953. Scientists are on the verge of discovering what they call the secret of life: the DNA double helix. Providing the key is driven young physicist Rosalind Franklin. But if the double helix was the breakthrough of the 20th century, what kept Franklin out of the history books? A play about ambition, isolation, and the race for greatness.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Screening | Annual Halloween Screening of Mulberry Street: The Movie


Ever wonder what Soho would look like if it were taken over by bloodsucking rat people? Then don’t miss this annual screening of the sublimely horrifying, locally produced cult classic. This year the candy's on them...if you have the stomach for it.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Workshop | Knitting Circle


Got knitting skills? If you are a pro or are just starting out join the Knitting Circle. They'll provide some materials but everyone is required to bring their own yarn.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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City Walk | Lower Manhattan Walking Tour


Stroll through the ancient streets of Lower Manhattan and hear the rich history of New York City. From a Dutch trading post to a world financial capital, no stone is left unturned. Sites on the tour: * Ellis Island and Statue of Liberty * Fort Amsterdam and Castle Clinton * Customs Building * Bowling Green and the Charging Bull * Federal Hall * Wall Street and New York Stock Exchange * Trinity Church (Alexander Hamilton's Grave) * St. Paul's Chapel * World Trade Center (Ground Zero) * Woolworth Building * City Hall * Brooklyn Bridge * Fraunces Tavern
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Screening | Mexican Documentary: Yolanda Cruz's 2501 Migrants: A Journey (2009)


When Zapotec artist Alejandro Santiago returns home to Teococuilco, Oaxaca, he finds a virtual ghost town. In response, he creates a monumental art installation comprised of 2,501 life-size ceramic sculptures that pays homage to each person who left the village in search of a better life. This feature documentary explores questions of art, artist, and indigenous community in the context of global migration. 54 min. In Spanish with English subtitles. Followed by a discussion with the director.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Discussion | Platform 2010: Live Feedback -- How Did It Go?


A public talk hosted by The Adventure (a choreographic research lab of 16 artists led by Platform curator Trajal Harrell), this forum is an attempt to address topics in contemporary dance which often get superficial treatment or go undiscussed. Jenn Joy, the Platform-s dramaturg-in-residence will moderate the discussion.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Tour | Union Square: Crossroads of New York


The tour explores the social and political history of the Union Square neighborhood through discussions of the people, history, architecture, and forces that have shaped this community. You’ll hear how Union Square got its name, see where the legendary Tiffany & Co. once stood, and learn how to read the clock (yes, it’s a clock!) on “The Metronome” sculpture and so much more!
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Screening | Video/photography/documentary project in Mexico called “Las muertes chiquitas/The Little Deaths


Mireia Sallarès is a Catalan artist who developed a video/photography/documentary project in Mexico called "Las muertes chiquitas/The Little Deaths." For this project, Ms. Sallarès traveled to a number of cities in Mexico exploring the topics of pleasure and pain, violence and death, from the perspective of women, through filmed interviews and still photographs. The project has been very successful in Mexico. During its run, many round tables and meetings and interventions took place, in which women continued to express themselves in response to the work. This continuing social and dynamic aspect of the project keeps it compelling. The artist is currently composing an update on the project in light of these public interventions, which will be incorporated into the New York stage. In Spanish with English subtitles. Las Muertes Chiquitas is a 5 hour documentary that has been divided in two parts to facilitate viewing. Photographs | Book| Trailer of the documentary
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Workshop | Genealogy 2: Using Library Databases


Hands on using wireless laptops. Enhance your genealogical research by using historical newspapers, records, maps and databases.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:30 pm
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Concert | Incredibly Musical and Significantly Deaf: More Music with Less Hearing


Celebrating the fact that the loss of hearing does not mean the loss of music, the Association of Adult Musicians with Hearing Loss presents some of its professional musician members in a concert of classical and contemporary works, including pieces by Ponce, Solis, Brahms, Scarlatti, and selections from Jay Zimmerman's Incredibly Deaf Musical.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:30 pm
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Theater | Baby, a Musical by Sybille Pearson, David Shire & Richard Maltby, Jr.


Book by Sybille Pearson. Music by David Shire. Lyrics by Richard Maltby, Jr. Directed by William Wesbrooks. Music direction by Caleb Hoyer. Based on a story developed with Susan Yankowitz. Originally directed on Broadway by Richard Maltby, Jr.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
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Video | Concert Film: Randy Weston Live in St. Lucia (2003)


Prolific composer, pianist and visionary Randy Weston has built his life making people feel his music. His songs both enlighten and enthuse, becoming jazz standards that encompass the traditions of Africa and a compelling range of human emotions. Weston performs jazz and traditional African rhythms. This live recording encompasses 6 tracks and an interview with the man himself. 69 min.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
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Theater | Elmer Rice's The Adding Machine: Man vs. Technology


After 25 years of service, Mr. Zero, a hapless cog spinning aimlessly in the corporate world, finds himself replaced by a machine. A darkly comic and slightly nightmarish look at technology and its effects on human relationships.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
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Dance Performance | Sachiyo Ito & Dancejapan


For the last 40 years, Sachiyo Ito has brought together East and West through her performances of Japanese dance. Her company, Dancejapan, will present a concert of Kabuki dance.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
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Concert | Saturday Afternoon Organ Meditation


The program features the great repertoire of the Organ on the 101 rank Pipe Organ built by Herman Schlicker and the 5 stop chamber organ built by Taylor & Boody Organ Builders.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
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Book Signing | Jazz great Randy Weston signs copies of his book African Rhythms: The Autobiography of Randy Weston


This year marks the 50th anniversary of pianist/composer Randy Weston’s landmark opus Uhuru Afrika, a tribute to the many African countries that gained independence in 1960. The album featured jazz greats such as Clark Terry, Freddie Hubbard, Cecil Payne, Ron Carter and Max Roach, to name a few. It was arranged by the late Melba Liston and included legendary poet Langston Hughes, who contributed lyrics to the recording of “African Lady.”
   New York City, NY; NYC
4:15 pm
Free

Opening Reception | Mika Rottenberg's latest work Squeeze


Mika Rottenberg's latest work Squeeze continues the artist's inquiry into the mechanisms by which value is generated, considering the logistics of global outsourcing and the alchemy of art production. Through moviemagic portals Rottenberg links video of her Harlem studio stage set to on-location footage of an iceberg lettuce arm in Arizona and a rubber plant in Kerala, India. This composite factory toils ceaselessly to create a single precious object, one small sculpture. The video is presented in a custom-made theater. The sculpture is inaccessible - preserved offshore, out of reach for public or private viewing. Mika Rottenberg was born in Buenos Aires in 1976, and holds a BFA from the School of Visual Arts (2000) and an MFA from Columbia University (2004). She lives and works in New York.
   New York City, NY; NYC
5:00 pm
Free

Poetry Reading | American Poet Reading and Publication Party


A reading and reception for the fall issue of the journal of the Academy of American Poets. Contributors Julie Carr, Prageeta Sharma, and Wayne Koestenbaum read from their work.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Theater | Anna Ziegler's Play Photograph 51: The Politics of DNA


London, 1953. Scientists are on the verge of discovering what they call the secret of life: the DNA double helix. Providing the key is driven young physicist Rosalind Franklin. But if the double helix was the breakthrough of the 20th century, what kept Franklin out of the history books? A play about ambition, isolation, and the race for greatness.
   New York City, NY; NYC
7:00 pm
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Concert | R&B: Comic Tales of Tragic Heartbreak


Trumpeter and singer-songwriter Robert Whaley fronted legendary New York band the Niagaras for upwards of 20 years before deciding to return to his R&B roots with Comic Tales of Tragic Heartbreak. He’s a true entertainer—think David Byrne in black patent wing tips—reveling in literate, witty lyrics, a poppy, piano-driven sound, and a manic stage presence prone to bouts of interpretive dance.
   New York City, NY; NYC
9:00 pm
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