8 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Sunday, January 1, 2012

All events are free unless otherwise noted.

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Park Walk | Coney Island with the Polar Bears Walk

Spend NEW YEAR’S morning with the POLAR BEARS. (Swimming is optional), visit the aquarium, walk to Brighton Beach, lunch. We will breakfast, visit the Aquarium & watch the Polar Bears jump into the frigid Atlantic, around noon, then walk to Brighton Beach (& perhaps further). This group might break into two with a fast and a slower walk. Optional: Lunch at one of the Russian/Ukrainian restaurants nearby. This is a really fun-filled day and you may leave at any time. Louis' mobile will be on but the area is packed with noisy crowds and it might not be heard. Bring cameras, and very VERY warm winter wear.

New York City, NY; NYC

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9:00 am
$3 plus Polar...

Other | Annual New Year's Day Fitness for EveryBODY Fair

A free day of programs, giveaways, raffle prizes and more! Experience a taste of our programs that will help you move, nourish, connect and restore including: Yoga and Family Yoga MELT Ballroom Tap Nia Zumba and Family Zumba Krav Maga Self Defense Pilates Cardio Boot Camp Tai Chi & Qigong Massages & personal training demos Seminars in Time & Money Management, Organizing, Dating, Healthy Eating and more!

New York City, NY; NYC

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10:00 am
free, no reservation required

City Walk | Flatiron District Walking Tour

Join professional guides on a 90-minute journey through this vibrant neighborhood, viewing some of the city’s most notable landmarks, including the New York Life Insurance Building, the MetLife Clock 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 | Happy New Year's Day Hike

Explore the north end of Manhattan along the Great Saunter Path. Visit Inwood Hill and Highbridge Parks. Welcome the New Year’s by walking the shores, parks of upper Manhattan. See hills, great wild parks, historical sites, shoreline on the Harlem River.

New York City, NY; NYC

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12:00 pm
$3

Screening | Native American Films

Featuring films by and about Native Americans. At 1pm and 3pm.

New York City, NY; NYC

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1:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Screening | Holiday Screenings of Native American Films

Featuring holiday films by and about Native Americans.

New York City, NY; NYC

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2:00 pm
free, no reservation required

Concert | Sunday 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
free, no reservation required

Performance | Student Driver: Jammie Jam! Comedy Show

This very special edition of Student Driver: Indie Road dares you to shake off your New Year’s Day hangover, leave your pajamas on, and come on out to the mainstage and kick 2012 off right. This show will feature the debuts of indie teams Velvel, White People Dancing, and Student Driver in a Sippy Cup!

New York City, NY; NYC

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7:00 pm
free, no reservation required

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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
CFT Member Price: $0.00

Play | Family Comedy at a Major Theater

Regular Price: $35
CFT Member Price: $0.00