Best free things to do today in New York City

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So you’re pinching pennies and bored. We’ve been there. But that’s no reason to stay in your apartment! Get outside and check out these cool free things to do.

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After gaining a strong following in the East Village, this top-notch shindig has settled into the reliably fun basement at West Village dive the Monster. Expect a cute crowd and ever-changing local and international DJs. For more information, go to boywonderevents.com.

The Monster 80 Grove St , at Seventh Ave South
Fri May 24

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these seem fun! NOT!

me Sat Mar 16
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no!

lola Sun Mar 3
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Limelight is hosting fashion week- with free shows for the next 6 days... The designers are great and it's a nice crowd. Definitely worth it! RSVP@limelightshops.com

AriellacomA Sat Sep 8 2012
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Downtown Dance Festival all week long ! Afternoons at The Lawn at Battery Park, adjacent to the corner of Pearl and State Streets. http://www.thebattery.org/the-battery/visiting-the-battery/ www.batterydance.org for schedule

hilary Mon Aug 13 2012
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There's also a free show at The Paper Box tonight with Musuko Brass Band and Progress: https://www.facebook.com/events/480411341985139/

Steven Wed Jul 25 2012
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Free Comedy show tonight at 9 PM at Bar 82 on 2nd Ave and St. Marks! http://www.facebook.com/SageStandUp

Melissa Tue May 22 2012
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I like your taste in almost every store you suggest to me.

Jane C. Nicholson Mon Apr 2 2012
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always like new things and I like your taste i almost everything.

Jane C. Nicholson Mon Apr 2 2012
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