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This Friday may be payday, but after you send that rent check, there won't be much left to celebrate with. Your money will be gone before you even get the chance to say goodbye.
Watching your hard-earned dollars disappear is a buzz kill, sure, but don't let it ruin your weekend. There are events you can attend and things you can do that won't have an impact on that already-low balance. Here's a list of 10 Things To Do in NYC This Weekend That Won't Cost You A Dime.
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David Diao, "TMI"
Date: April 26 to April 27
Time: Varies
Location: Postmasters Gallery, 459 W. 19th St.
Website: postmastersart.com
Veteran painter David Diao has been showcasing his works at Postmasters since its opening in 1985. "TMI" serves as Diao's eleventh exhibit and the last for the gallery, which will be changing locations. The exhibit takes a critical look at painting and its history.
Thomas Ruff: photograms and ma.r.s.
Date: April 26 to April 27
Time: Varies
Location: David Zwirner, 533 W. 19th St.
Website: davidzwirner.com
This weekend is the last chance to view Thomas Ruff's two latest exhibits, photograms and ma.r.s. The photogram series showcases abstract figures inspired by 1920s photography. The ma.r.s. exhibit includes actual photos of Mars taken aboard NASA spacecraft. 3D glasses will also be distributed, making the out-of-this-world images come alive.
Sounds of the Brill Building
Date: Saturday, April 27
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Location: New York Public Library for the Performing Arts, 40 Lincoln Center Plaza
Website: nypl.org
The Joe McGinty Seven and members from The Losers Lounge perform pieces from the historical Brill Builidng, known as the epicenter for the greatest pop songs in the '50s and '60s. Division chief George Boziwick will also be giving thoughtful commentary during the event.
Tribeca Family Festival Street Fair
Date: Saturday, April 27
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Location: Greenwich Street (between Chambers Street and Hubert Street)
Website: tribecafilm.com
The annual Tribeca Family Festival Street Fair is the ultimate street festival for fans of the film festival. Events include the Tribeca Food Feast, which showcases foods from neighborhood chefs like Keith Klein of Milk Truck. Guests can also attend a free screening of The Smurfs at BMCC/Tribeca with a special appearance by Christina Ricci.
Eighth Avenue Festival
Date: Saturday, April 27
Time: 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Location: Eighth Ave. (14th to 23rd St.)
Website: clearviewfestival.com
Known as one of the largest festivals in New York City, The Eighth Avenue Festival features over 400 American and international merchants selling everything from antique jewelery to fried oreos.
Animal Print Party with Jonathan Toubin
Date: Sunday, April 28
Time: 9:00 p.m.
Location: Glasslands Gallery, 289 Kent Ave.
Website: theglasslands.com
New York Night Train's DJ Jonathan Toubin will be spinning at this animal-inspired event with exotic rock and roll music from the '50s and '60s. The event also celebrates Toubin's one-year anniversary of his return to the turntables and a send-off for his overseas tour. Free entrance requires animal print attire.
Dream Yosacoi, Matsuri New York
Date: Sunday, April 28
Time: 11:00 a.m.
Location: Times Square, Broadway (between 42nd and 47th Sts.)
Naruko Yosakoi is one of the largest dance festivals in Tokyo. In hopes of promoting the Japanese culture worldwide, the festival brings over 60 dancers to Times Square for an exciting performance.
Beauty Bar Comedy
Date: Sunday, April 28
Time: 9:00 p.m.
Location: Beauty Bar, 213 E. 14th St.
Website: thebeautybar.com
Comics Nate Fridson, Adam Sokol, and Brad Austin host this weekly comedy event that features up and coming comedians you may not be familiar with yet, but should be. Get up on who will be hot in a few years—that's the name of the game.
The Free Marketplace
Date: Sunday, April 28
Time: 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Location: FREECANDY, 905 Atlantic Ave., 2nd Fl.
Website: thefreemarketplace.com
The Free Marketplace is a curated market that strives to provide an exciting environment for community exchange. The event will include family-friendly workshops, artisan vendors, and musical performances from upcoming artists Espirit De Corps and Amatus.
Steinway Street Festival
Date: Sunday, April 28
Time: 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Location: Steinway Street (from 28th to 34th Ave.)
Website: clearviewfestival.com
Brought to you by the same organization responsible for The Eighth Avenue Festival, the Steinway Street Festival will be just as exciting as the festival on Eighth, thanks to the hundreds of merchants that will fill the street. The festival also includes games and entertainment, including live music and children's rides.