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6 free events take place in New York City on Wednesday, September 30, 2020.

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6 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Wednesday, September 30, 2020

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Other | Sculpture Exhibition in Midtown until Oct 2 (outdoors, in-person)

From September 1st through October 2nd, explore major new site-specific sculptural works in open, public locations at the plaza. The exhibit takes reference from the natural and botanical worlds while dealing with a range of issues like women's suffrage, migration, urban planning, and ecology.

Manhattan, New York, NY

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12:05 am
free, no reservation required

Tour | Walking Tour at Major Midtown Square (in-person)

Join in for an enjoyable walking tour and learn about a successfully transformation of "Needle Park" of the 1970s into Manhattan's Town Square of today. Please wear a mask and observe social distancing.

Manhattan, New York, NY

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11:00 am
free, RSVP required

Workshop | Learn Juggling in a Park (in-person)

Join in for a quick lesson, stay for the whole time, or just enjoy watching the jugglers put their skills to the test. They're a friendly group and open to drop-ins. All skill levels welcome. Equipment is provided and regularly sanitized. Participants are encouraged to: Wear face coverings at all times Maintain at least six feet of distance between fellow participants at all times Use the park's hand-washing stations to wash hands before and after juggling Refrain from juggling back-and-forth with others

Manhattan, New York, NY

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12:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Concert | Piano in a Park (in-person)

Piano concert series, showcasing ragtime, stride, and jazz pianists, takes place Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays (12:30 to 2:30 PM). Please wear a mask and practice social distancing.

Manhattan, New York, NY

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12:30 pm
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Jazz | Jazz Band with an Acclaimed Drummer (virtual)

Jazz drummer Winard Harper leads his group known as Jeli Posse. He has played and recorded with many great jazz artists such as Delfeayo Marsalis and Jimmy Heath and has appeared at the Kennedy Center and Lincoln Center. In 2016, Winard received the Hot House Jazz Award for Favorite Drummer.

Manhattan, New York, NY

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7:00 pm
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Classical Music | Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center (lecture and performance): Mozart (virtual)

Distinguished composer and radio personality Bruce Adolphe explores beloved works of the chamber music repertoire. The event includes a special new introduction from Adolphe about the music being discussed, full lecture and a performance from the CMS archives, and the new addition of a digital Q & A. Performers Orion String Quartet; Ida Kavafian, viola (Performance recorded live February 6, 2015); excerpts performed by Amphion String Quartet; Pierre Lapointe, viola (Lecture recorded live October 8, 2014) Program Mozart: Quintet in D major for Two Violins, Two Violas, and Cello, K. 593 (1790)

Manhattan, New York, NY

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7:30 pm
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Performance | Comedy by 13-time Emmy Winner with Broadway Actors

Regular Price: $69
CFT Member Price: $0.00

Classical Music | Holiday Concert at a Landmark Venue

Regular Price: $40
CFT Member Price: $0.00

Play | Broadway Actors in a Play by Famous Theater Company

Regular Price: $82
CFT Member Price: $0.00