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Where else but in New York City can you listen to a world-class musician, discuss a book with a famous author, take a part in poetry reading, have a glass of wine at an art exhibition opening, and all that on the same day, and all that free of charge, and all of that on any day of the year, whether it's December or July, April or November!
The trick is to know about those free events, free things to do BEFORE they happen, not after the fact. That's where Club Free Time comes in handy! Become a Club Free Time member and start using these unique New York City (NYC) opportunities today, January 29, 2026!
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Club Free Time is your perfect guide to Free Entertainment and Free Culture in the City That Never Sleeps.
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In addition to providing information about free events, free things to do in New York City (NYC), Club Free Time offers its members complimentary tickets to classical music concerts, dance performances and theater: when a producer wants that special buzz of the 'full house' - Club Free Time members are welcomed for their enthusiasm and sophistication!
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Get a taste of free culture and free entertainment in New York City (NYC)!
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Experience an entirely new perspective on New York. 'Open up a whole new cultural world... in one of the most vibrant capital cities in the world, sampling cultural delights beyond anyone's wildest dream.' Rupert Parker, journalist, photographer, cameraman, and TV producer
January 29, 2026. Free shows, free concerts, free movies, free tours, free readings, worshops, lectures, etc. are New York's best kept secret! Learn all about it and do not miss the unique opportunities that only New York provides: NYC never ceases to amaze you with quantity and quality of its free culture and free entertainment whether it's day or night, weekday or weekend, summer or winter, spring or fall, January or June, May or September. If you are looking for inexpensive things to do and where to go in Manhattan today, tonight, tomorrow, or any other time, or any other day of any week - you came to the right place: just click on any day on the calendar dispayed on the every page of our site and you will see how many events you can attend in Manhattan free of charge on that very day.
New York's cultural scene is at its busiest in October and March (and the same goes for free events, free things to do), but other months of the year still offer incredible amount of high quality, off the beaten path, unique free events, free things to do which will take your breath away! So if you looking for something to do in April or November, December or February, you will find tons of free things to do, free events to go to. (In June, July and August lots of those free events take place outdoors, of course).
So start using these unique New York City opportunities today, January 29, 2026!
Where else but in New York City can you listen to a world-class musician, discuss a book with a famous author, take a part in poetry reading, have a glass of wine at an art exhibition opening, and all that on the same day, and all that free of charge, and all of that on any day of the year, whether it's December or July, April or November!
The trick is to know about those free events, free things to do BEFORE they happen, not after the fact. That's where Club Free Time comes in handy! Become a Club Free Time member and start using these unique New York City (NYC) opportunities today, January 29, 2026!
Join the Club!
Club Free Time is your perfect guide to Free Entertainment and Free Culture in the City That Never Sleeps.
Join the Club!
Free things to do, free events that take place in New York City every day of the year are truly amazing. So if you're looking for something interesting to do today (January 29, 2026) or on any other day of the year don't miss those free-of-charge opportunities that only New York provides! You can find lots of high quality, off the beaten path, unique free events, free things to do which will take your breath away!
In addition to providing information about free events, free things to do in New York City (NYC), Club Free Time offers its members complimentary tickets to classical music concerts, dance performances and theater: when a producer wants that special buzz of the 'full house' - Club Free Time members are welcomed for their enthusiasm and sophistication!
Join the Club!
Get a taste of free culture and free entertainment in New York City (NYC)!
Join the Club!
Experience an entirely new perspective on New York. 'Open up a whole new cultural world... in one of the most vibrant capital cities in the world, sampling cultural delights beyond anyone's wildest dream.' Rupert Parker, journalist, photographer, cameraman, and TV producer
Join the Club!
The quality and quantity of
free events,
free things to do
that happen in New York City
every day of the year
is truly amazing.
So don't miss the opportunities
that only New York provides:
stop wondering what to do;
start taking advantage of
free events to go to,
free things to do in NYC
today!
The quality and quantity of
free events,
free things to do
that happen in New York City
every day of the year
is truly amazing.
So don't miss the opportunities
that only New York provides:
stop wondering what to do;
start taking advantage of
free events to go to,
free things to do in NYC
today!
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Don't miss the unique opportunities that only New York provides:
- free concerts in NYC
- free movies in NYC
- free jazz in NYC
- free poetry readings in NYC
- free tours/hikes in NYC
- free city walks in NYC
- free Yoga /Tai Chi in NYC
- fairs and parades in NYC
- free theater in NYC
- free tickets to concerts, theater and dance performances in NYC
'New York is abuzz with so much culture that they're giving it away.' (The New York Times article about Club Free Time).
56 free things to do in New York City (NYC) today:
Thursday, January 29, 2026
All events are free unless otherwise noted.Workshop | Central Park Running Session (All Levels Welcome)
If you prefer not to run alone or are looking to improve your running performance, you can run with a club! Open to runners of all levels. Weekly changed routes through the park. Coaches, training, running company and inspiration!
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 am
Free
Free
Workshop | Learn How To Play Mah-Jongg
Mah-Jongg is a four-person tile game of skill, strategy, and luck! Learn the rules and mechanics of American Mah-Jongg. Attend a two hour group lesson with instructor Susan Richards. Sets and a few cards provided, but you are encouraged to bring your own cards.
New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
Free
Free
Tour | New York City Hall Guided Tour
One of the oldest continuously used city halls in the nation that still houses its original governmental functions, New York's City Hall is considered one of the finest architectural achievements of its period. Constructed from 1803 to 1812, the building was an early expression of the City's cosmopolitanism. City Hall is a designated New York City landmark, and its rotunda is also a designated interior landmark. Note: When registering, choose the "Individual Tour" option.
New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
Free
Free
Film | The Sound of Music (1965): Classic Musical Drama with Julie Andrews
A tuneful, heartwarming story, it is based on the real life story of the Von Trapp Family singers, one of the world's best-known concert groups in the era immediately preceding World War II. Julie Andrews plays the role of Maria, the tomboyish postulant at an Austrian abbey who becomes a governess in the home of a widowed naval captain with seven children, and brings a new love of life and music into the home. Director: Robert Wise Cast: Julie Andrews, Christopher Plummer, Richard Haydn, Peggy Wood, Charmian Carr, Eleanor Parker Julie Andrews is an English actress, singer, and author, and one of the last surviving leading actresses from the Golden Age of Hollywood. She has garnered numerous accolades throughout her career spanning over seven decades, including an Academy Award, a BAFTA Award, two Emmy Awards, three Grammy Awards, and six Golden Globe Awards as well as nominations for three Tony Awards. She has been honoured with an Honorary Golden Lion, the Kennedy Center Honors in 2001, the Screen Actors Guild Life Achievement Award in 2007, and the AFI Life Achievement Award in 2022. She was made a dame by Queen Elizabeth II in 2000.
New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
Free
Free
Birdwatching | Winter Birding in Central Park
This event will take place outdoors in Central Park, meeting at the library. It will be led by expert birder Alan Drogin and learn what birds stick it out through the winter months. Whether you're a seasoned birder or a curious beginner, this program will introduce you to the basics of bird identification, including how to recognize birds by shape, behavior, and sound. Learn about winter birds in Central Park and explore the natural wonders hidden in the heart of the city!
New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
Free
Free
Workshop | Lunchtime Meditation (in-person and online)
The sessions are non-denominational and will focus on the basics: meditation to quiet the mind, to focus the quiet mind, using the focused mind for analysis, and using the focused mind to create and uphold a positive vision of and outlook on the world. Other more specific uses of meditation may be discussed however the class is meant for all, beginners and those with a regular practice.
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:15 pm
$7
$7
Classical Music | Afternoon Bach
Take a momentary respite from a busy day to enjoy a selection of organ works by Johann Sebastian Bach in an intimate venue.
New York City, NY; NYC
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12:20 pm
Free
Free
Workshop | Using Light in Photography Demonstration
Learn how powerful simple lighting can be when it comes to creating strong, impactful images. In this live, in-store workshop Westcott Top Pro Ian Spanier will show how you do not need a ton of gear to create award-winning results. With his open-book approach, Ian breaks down the formula for understanding and using light with intention so you can create confident, polished images every time. This demonstration is designed for photographers of all levels.
New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | Historical and Contemporary Dutch Works for Harpsichord & Recorder (In Person AND Online!)
This program explores the rich tradition of Dutch keyboard and recorder music, connecting past and present, performed by Peter Hong-Jo Lim, harpsichord and recorder. Featuring works by historical and contemporary composers, it highlights the unique character of these instruments and their role in Holland’s musical heritage.
New York City, NY; NYC
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1:15 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | Choral Works by Poulenc & More in a Historic Cathedral
Herricks High School Chamber Choir performs Modern and Contemporary Works. Program: Ivo Antognini (1963-) Clamaverunt Justi Rosephanye Powell (1962-) The Word Was God David Caldarella Domine Deus Tracy Wong Echo Shireen Abu Khader Lao Rahal Soti Francis Poulenc (1899-1963) O Magnum Mysterium
New York City, NY; NYC
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1:45 pm
Free
Free
Film | The Naked Gun (2025): Action Comedy Parody Film with Liam Neeson & Pamela Anderson
Lieutenant Frank Drebin Jr. becomes a police officer like his legendary father and must save the police department from shutting down by solving a case. Director: Akiva Schaffer Cast: Liam Neeson, Pamela Anderson, Paul Walter Hauser, Kevin Durand, Danny Huston Liam Neeson is a Northern Irish actor. He has received several accolades, including nominations for an Academy Award, three Golden Globe Awards, and two Tony Awards. He rose to prominence portraying Oskar Schindler in Steven Spielberg's holocaust drama Schindler's List (1993), for which he earned an Academy Award nomination for Best Actor. He took blockbuster roles portraying Qui-Gon Jinn in George Lucas' space opera Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace (1999), Ra's al Ghul in Batman Begins (2005), and Aslan in The Chronicles of Narnia trilogy (2005-2010). Pamela Denise Anderson is a Canadian-American actress, model, and media personality. She is best known for her modelling work in Playboy magazine and for her role as "C.J." Parker on the television series Baywatch (1992–1997).
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
Free
Concert | Soul, R&B, and Vocal Harmony in Concert
This live concert showcases deep roots in soul, R&B, and classic vocal harmony. Highlighting a veteran New York musician whose career spans Houston blues, disco-era studio work, and decades of performing on Harlem stages. Drawing from a lifetime of performance, arranging, and collaboration, the evening combines rich harmonies and storytelling through sound. The program features a full band and a vocal ensemble, shifting between soulful originals and classic-inspired arrangements that reflect the musical traditions of Harlem and beyond.
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
Free
Party | Team Jigsaw Puzzle Competition
Celebrate National Puzzle Day with a freindly competition! Due to space and time constraints, only 8 teams will be chosen to participate. Round A of 4 teams will begin at 2:15. Round B of 4 teams will begin at 3:30. You will receive a separate confirmation if your team is chosen. Spectators are also welcome! The teams have 60 mins to complete the entire puzzle. Once the timer begins, the puzzle box may be opened.
New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
Free
Free
2:30 pm
Regular: $89
Member: $0
Regular: $89
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Master Class | Learn the Ins-and-Outs of Great Violin Performance with Mihaela Martin
Violinist Mihaela Martin--who has won prizes at the in the Tchaikovsky, Montreal, Sion, and Brussels competitions--provides insight on the mastery of violin playing.
New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
Free
Free
Museums | Thursday Evenings at a Living Memorial Museum
Explore a museum dedicated to Holocaust remembrance, Jewish life, and education. View expansive galleries, survivor testimonies, and tens of thousands of artifacts. The museum also offers a theater, a genealogy center, an outdoor memorial, and a café.
New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
Free
Free
4:00 pm
Regular: $84
Member: $0
Regular: $84
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Book Club | Talk about An American Tragedy by Theodore Dreiser
Participate in a group to discuss An American Tragedy by Theodore Dreiser.
New York City, NY; NYC
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4:30 pm
Free
Free
Opening Reception | Next Up: Tightrope: Multi-Artist Exhibition Exploring Connectednes
In Next Up: Tightrope, 13 artists aim to inform and inspire across bold, material-forward works in design, painting, sculpture, and printmaking. Spanning myriad topics, including the pace of contemporary life, historical texts, psychology, resistance, and self-definition, the exhibition prompts viewers to consider lessons taught by the past, emphasizing the interconnectedness of pattern (in both conceptual and visual respects), play, and introspection. In a world where physicality is increasingly disconnected from the mind, as evidenced by the rapid adoption of large language models and AI-generated images, the comprehension of humanity is being reconfigured with imagined and real perils all around. Through studies of cycles and stories across history, the work asserts that resilience comes from social connectedness, not isolated individualism. Approaching “what comes next” with a sense of hopeful optimism, these artists take on the challenges of creating work with clear-eyed determination in changing times.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | Contemporary Composer Speaks about His New Album + Live Performance
In this talk, Syrian composer Faraj Abyad explores themes from his new album, The Sun of My Existence, focusing on its poetry, musical influences, and maqam theory. He examines how visual art, life experiences, storytelling, and meaningful human connection shape his compositional process. Faraj also discusses the history of Andalusian poetry and the poetic meters of classical Arabic verse. The talk concludes with an interactive performance with Faraj Abyad and Namisa Sun.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
Free
Free
Museums | Thursday Evening Exploring the Photography Museum
This museum is the world's leading institution dedicated to photography and visual culture. It was founded in 1974 to champion "concerned photography"--socially and politically minded images that can educate and change the world. Through its exhibitions, education programs, community outreach, and public programs, the museum offers an open forum for dialogue about the power of the image.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
$5, tickets required
$5, tickets required
Gallery Talk | Art Historian Explores the Sculptures of Auguste Rodin
Associate Professor of Art History at American University Juliet Bellow explores the ideas of dance and embodied viewing in Auguste Rodin's sculptural works. Accounts of visits to Auguste Rodin's studio around the turn of the twentieth century frequently mention a small Egyptian sculpture of a sparrowhawk from his collection. Holding this little object in his hands, Rodin would show the visitor how, with twists and turns of his fingertips, he could make the bird appear to fly. This lecture explores how Rodin created the same tactile, intimate viewing experience with his sculptures of dancers, including his Nijinsky (1912). Designed to be held in the hand rather than fixed on a base, this sculpture instantiates an encounter with the viewer's body that is both mobile and sexualized, in deliberate homage to Vaslav Nijinsky's scandalous 1912 ballet Afternoon of a Faun.
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
Free
Free
Classical Music | Immersive Keyboard Soundscape Celebrating Phillip Glass's Birthday
During this two-hour pop-up keyboard takeover, the space becomes yours to navigate. Step into an immersive sound environment built around works from Glass’ formative period, including How Now and Music with Changing Parts, featuring multiple upright and digital pianos, played by Juilliard students and alumni. As you move through the space and linger among the performers, the music rebalances, with you choosing the mix. Drop in at any time!
New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
Free
Free
Concert | "Consistently Invigorating" Singer-Songwriter Natalie Tenenbaum
Composer, pianist, and singer-songwriter Natalie Tenenbaum starts a special five-week residency. Each week, Tenenbaum will guide audiences on a sonic journey, traveling fluidly between classical, jazz, pop, and experimental soundscapes. Natalie Tenenbaum has premiered works worldwide, collaborated with artists including Lang Lang, Pentatonix, and David Byrne, and created arrangements for Broadway's Mean Girls. Her recent albums--Duos/Solos and Standard Repertoire Vol. 1--reimagine everything from Bach to Stravinsky through her post-classical lens. Tenenbaum's performances have been praised by The New York Times as "sparkling... consistently invigorating," and her boundary-crossing approach is sure to make each evening of this residency a thrilling opportunity to hear familiar music in a wholly new way.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Master Class | 17X Grammy Nominee Teaches Ins & Outs of Music Composition
Explore the art of composing original music with Fred Hersch, "the most arrestingly innovative pianist in jazz over the last decade" (Vanity Fair) and "a living legend" (The New Yorker). Aseventeen-time Grammy nominee, Hersch has garnered jazz's most prestigious awards. Students will perform their own compositions and engage in discussions on song structure, thematic development, arrangement choices, and compositional techniques, gaining insight into the creative process and receiving feedback to refine their work.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Screening | Capital Calling Video Podcast Premiere: Spotlighting Earl-Stage Founders
The Berkley Center for Entrepreneurship and Coeus Collective host a premiere screening of Capital Calling, a new video podcast series spotlighting early-stage, university-affiliated founders as they pitch to leading venture capitalists and angel investors. The screening will feature the first episode of the series. Each episode features a founder pitching their venture to a panel of three investors, followed by candid feedback and discussion around founder potential, business model viability, and market opportunity. The series offers a rare, behind-the-scenes look at how investors evaluate startups across sectors including AI SaaS, Health Tech, CPG, Sustainability, and Consumer Tech.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Film | The Silence / Tystnaden (1963): Swedish Drama Film from Ingmar Bergman
Two sisters, the younger a sensuous woman with a young son, the elder more intellectually oriented and seriously ill, and their tense relationship as they travel toward home through a fictional Central European country on the brink of war. Director: Ingmar Bergman Cast: Ingrid Thulin, Gunnel Lindblom, Birger Malmsten, Hakan Jahnberg, Jorgen Lindstrom Ingmar Bergman was a Swedish film and theatre director and screenwriter, considered one of the greatest and most influential filmmakers of all time. His films have been described as "profoundly personal meditations into the myriad struggles facing the psyche and the soul". Bergman directed over 60 films and documentaries, most of which he also wrote.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Opening Reception | Gender Identity and Performance
This exhibition brings together works by Yasumasa Morimura and Charles Atlas, two artists whose practices offer bold and distinctive explorations of gender and identity. The presentation features a selection of new and exemplary works by Morimura spanning more than four decades, highlighting his signature practice of reimagining iconic images drawn from art history, film, photography, and popular culture. Through self-transformation and performance, Morimura collapses gender, culture, and time, challenging assumptions embedded in Western visual traditions.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Discussion | Holocaust Remembrance Day in the 21st Century Panel (In Person AND Online!)
Hear a panel explore how societies remember and reinterpret the Holocaust in the 21st century, and what meaning International Holocaust Remembrance Day holds today. Inspired by the European Network Remembrance and Solidarity (ENRS) exhibition, Between Life and Death: Stories of Rescue during the Holocaust, on view at the United Nations from January 15 to February 20 as part of remembrance and education outreach organized by the Holocaust and the United Nations Outreach Programme, the discussion will focus on acts of rescue, individual moral choices, and the legacy of human solidarity during one of the darkest periods in history.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Party | Library 120th Birthday Celebration (Live Music, Poetry, Art, & More)
Enjoy a festive, drop-in evening of creativity, history, and community. Enjoy light refreshments and a looping archival photo presentation highlighting the library’s 120-year history. What to Expect:
Live jazz music by the Rocco John Group.
Bespoke typewriter poetry—share a word, feeling, or idea and receive a custom poem on the spot by Mya Matteo Alexice.
Color our neighborhood with original drawings of Hudson Park and local landmarks by artist Lily Annabelle.
Historic letterpress printing with Dikko Faust, using 1800s wood type on a press the same age as the Library.
Make-your-own books with artist and author Esther K Smith—fold, stitch, draw, and write.
Combine your coloring, poem, and prints into a handmade book, or simply enjoy individual activities, the music, and the celebratory atmosphere—drop in for a few minutes or stay all evening.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Opening Reception | Photography by Formerly Incarcerated Artists Exploring the American Prison System
TILT Institute for the Contemporary Image (TILT) and the Center for Black Visual Culture at the Institute of African American Affairs unveil Wherever There Is Light, an extraordinary traveling exhibition featuring the photography of four formerly incarcerated artists as they share their experiences within the United States penal system. Through emotional and powerful images, the exhibition explores the profound impact of mass incarceration on individuals, families, and communities. The show is curated by Dr. Melanee C. Harvey and is led by Washington, D.C.-based photographer Larry W. Cook, whose work will also be featured in the exhibit. Exhibiting artists include José Díaz, Don “Ike” Jones, Vernon Ray, Akeil Robertson, and Larry Cook. Through digital photography, portraits, and vernacular photography, these artists share their personal stories and perspectives of the prison system, offering an intimate and powerful exploration of life within and beyond incarceration. They also explore themes that invite audiences to reflect, connect with others, and envision a fairer world.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Opening Reception | Storefronts as Cultural Resistance and Community Care
This exhibition explores Chinatown storefronts in New York and San Francisco as crucial sites of interdependence, storytelling, and cultural resistance. The project emphasizes small businesses as pillars of community resilience, combining design, art, and mutual aid to honor the everyday creativity that sustains Chinatown neighborhoods.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
Free
Free
Performance | Evening Ice Skating Show
Enjoy evening performances of contemporary ice dance set within a winter landscape. Innovative choreography and live ice performance come together to create a fusion of athleticism, artistry, and atmosphere.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:15 pm
Free
Free
Screening | The Count of Monte Cristo (Le Comte de Monte-Cristo) (2024): French Historical Action Adventure Film
Marseille, 1815. All of young Edmond Dantes' dreams are about to come true -promoted to ship's captain, he can finally marry the love of his life, Mercedes. But his success inspires jealousy from various quarters. Betrayed by his rivals and denounced as a member of a pro-Bonaparte conspiracy, he is imprisoned without trial at the Chateau d'If, with no hope of return. After fourteen years of secret instruction by a fellow inmate, Dantes manages to escape and to get hold of the legendary treasure hidden on the isle of Monte Cristo. Now with a huge fortune, he hatches an extraordinary plan to exact the vengeance he craves. But the price of revenge is heavy for one's soul. Director: Matthieu Delaporte, Alexandre de La Patelliere Cast: Pierre Niney, Bastien Bouillon, Anais Demoustier, Anamaria Vartolomei, Laurent Lafitte In French.
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
Free
Free
Discussion | Interdisciplinary Panel on Trees & Plants and Their Relationship to Humanity
An interdisciplinary conversation with scholars and makers of literature, philosophy, art, and science, rethinking our relationship to trees and plants and their intersection with temporality, history, physical space, and materiality. Trees bring forth a commonality in research and artistic output, and, in doing so, allow people to imagine new implications for being and existing in the world. Featuring Patricia Dailey, English and Comparative Literature; Nicole Davi, Tree Ring Lab, Lamont Doherty Earth Observatory; Associate Professor of Professional Practice Miya Masaoka, Visual Arts + Sound Art; Rachel Grace Newman, African American and African Diaspora Studies; and visual artist and MFA student darylina powderface. Panelists will be presenting their recent research and work along these topics
New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
Free
Free
Screening | A Coming-of-Age Story of Corruption and Resistance in Madagascar
This screening of Disco Afrika: A Malagasy Story follows Kwame, a young man navigating life between clandestine sapphire mines and his hometown in Madagascar. As he reunites with family and friends, he is confronted with systemic corruption and the legacies of colonialism, forcing a choice between survival and political awakening. The film echoes the spirit of African civil rights movements of the 1970s through a contemporary lens.
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
Free
Free
7:00 pm
Regular: $40
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Regular: $40
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7:00 pm
Regular: $25
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Regular: $25
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Play | Fast Moving Legal Drama on Journalism, Belief, and the Cost of Truth
When the value of truth is called into question, who pays the price? Inspired by true events, Retraction is a fast-moving legal drama that follows a journalist whose explosive expose ignites national attention and doubt. As inconsistencies surface, the play examines belief, responsibility, and the irreversible consequences of getting it wrong. The cast includes Renata Friedman (The Patient), Rachel Resheff (Fish in the Dark), Charlie Webb (Parade), Nathaniel Stampley (The Color Purple), Shannon Dorsey (Fairview at Woolly Mammoth), Carson McCalley (The Inheritance), Eliana Rowe (Twelfth Night at STNJ), and Bella Serrano (When Elvis...).
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
pay-what-you-wish, reservation required
pay-what-you-wish, reservation required
7:00 pm
Regular: $45
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Regular: $45
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7:00 pm
Regular: $28.52
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Regular: $28.52
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Screening | Music as Resistance: The Verdi Requiem in the Terezín Ghetto
Discover the story of Rafael Schächter and the prisoners of Terezín, who used music and the arts to sustain hope under Nazi oppression. This program features a film screening followed by a discussion.
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
Free
Free
Author Reading | National Book Award Finalist Valeria Luiselli & Novelist Kate Zambreno Share Their Work (with Q&A + Signing)
A reading by Valeria Luiselli and Kate Zambreno, followed by a conversation/Q&A. The event will conclude with a reception/signing with books for sale. Valeria Luiselli is an acclaimed writer of both fiction and nonfiction. She is the author of Lost Children Archive, Sidewalks, Faces in the Crowd, The Story of My Teeth, and Tell Me How It Ends (An Essay in Forty Questions), and most recently, Beginning Middle End: A Novel. Kate Zambreno's works include Animal Stories, To Write As if Already Dead, The Light Room, Drifts, Book of Mutter, and Heroines.
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
Free
Free
7:00 pm
Regular: $75
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Regular: $75
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Concert | Contemporary Folk-Pop and Campirano from Mexico (In Person AND Online!)
Damaris Bojor describes her music as folkpirano, a heartfelt blend of contemporary folk-pop and campirano, the regional sound of western Sonora, Mexico. Her songs center around her soulful voice and guitar, with gentle support from bass, harmonica, and percussion. While her sound is rooted in tradition, her perspective feels fresh and deeply personal. For this concert, Damaris will bring warmth, stories, and songs from her 2025 album Folkpirana, tracing the path that brought her to this moment. There are three ways to access this event: 1. General Admission, first-come first-served. Just show up! 2. Fast Track opening the Monday before the event at noon 3. The event will also be streamed live for free on the linked web page.
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
Free
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Book Discussion | Street Photographer Duscusses His New Book, Street Scenes
Enjoy a talk with street photographer Phil Penman. In his new book Street Scenes, Penman pays homage to the world's vibrant metropolises--from the shimmering lights of New York to the enchanted alleyways of Paris and the dynamic streets of Tokyo. Each of his images is a window into the emotional moments and impressive facets of urban life, masterfully captured through his lens. Penman's work is an invitation to see the complexity and beauty of urban landscapes with new eyes. The photographer shows us dynamic scenes that capture vibrant life, as well as quiet moments that inspire pause and reflect the soul of cities. A Q&A will follow, as well as a book signing.
New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
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8:00 pm
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Classical Music | American Chamber Works (In Person AND Online!)
The Forging an American Musical Identity (FAMI) conference presents a concert of American chamber music. The diverse and exciting multidisciplinary FAMI conference explores our country’s rich musical heritage over three days. This concert, ending the second night, features Anthony Philip Heinrich’s song cycle “Sunset Chimes,” performed by tenor, Steve Hoagland and pianist Neely Bruce. In addition, the CUNY Graduate Center String Quartet will perform William Henry Fry’s String Quartet no. 11 in A minor and George Frederick Bristow’s String quartet no. 2 in G minor.
New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
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8:00 pm
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Classical Music | Piano Works by Beethoven, Saint-Saens, & Clara Schumann (In Person AND Online!)
Pianist Juhee Lim performs three pieces by composers from the Classical through Modern musical periods. Program: Clara Schumann (1819–1896) Fantasiestücke, Op. 12 Ludwig Van Beethoven (1770-1827) Piano Sonata No. 3 in C Major, Op. 2 No. 3 Camille Saint-Saens (1835-1921) (arr. Franz Liszt / Vladimir Horowitz) Danse Macabre Op. 40
New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
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Open Mic | Poetry, Music, and Comedy Showcase (Online!)
Join a weekly online showcase featuring poems, songs, and comedy. Performers can sign up for a 4-minute spot by reserving one of 20 Artist-RSVP tickets, available starting Wednesdays at 8:00 PM ET. If all spots are filled, performers may join the “good-luck round” at the end of the session. Audience members are welcome to watch live via Zoom.
New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
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Comedy Club | Standup Show
Catch some of the best comedians at this free weekly stand-up show, featuring a lineup of rising stars and seasoned favorites. Past performers include Sheng Wang, Mark Normand, Dan Soder, Annie Lederman, and more. Thursday's Lineup: Dave Ross - Ebaum's World Mikey Reid - Disney Kid Nick Whitmer - Always Hungry Comedy Special Alex Kollar - Comedy Central
New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
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10:30 pm
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Performance | Multi-Award Winners Give Insights into Careers of Iconic Artists
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