What’s Free to Do in New York: Savoy 100 Harlem, Mommy & Me Tea, and the Harlem Book Company Book Club

You can embrace wellness with a workshop on skin health, make some connections at a job fair, enjoy a mommy/daughter tea day, or tap into the burgeoning cannabis industry this weekend.

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Spring is beginning to peek its head around the corner and as some folks gear up for St. Patrick’s Day, we’ve got some cool stuff happening this weekend all over the city that you can dig into without hurting your wallet. 

Check out our rundown. 

Here’s what’s free. 

MANHATTAN

SAVOY 100 HARLEM: The SAVOY KING! Day 4 with Drummer Legend Chick Webb

Lee C. Bollinger Forum

Sunday, Mar. 15, 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m., 601 West 125th St., New York

Come take part in SAVOY SUNDAY with a screening of the documentary The SAVOY King followed by a panel with the filmmaker and more special guests. 

Harlem Book Company Book Club

Sugar Hill Creamery

Sunday, Mar. 15, 3 p.m. – 4 p.m., 184 Malcolm X Boulevard, New York

Come and take part in a social happening and panel discussion about A Love Song for Ricki Wilde by Tia Williams. For the bibliophiles. 

BROOKLYN

New York Cannabis Retail Association 4th Annual Industry Event

Friday, March 13, 6:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. 

70 Scott Ave Brooklyn

Interested in learning more about the burgeoning cannabis industry? Here’s your chance this weekend. During this event, potential retailers will have the opportunity to: connect face-to-face with top-performing and emerging brands.

Good Skin Workshop for Kids and Families

Seeds In the Middle Community Action Spot

Friday, March 13, 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. 318 Rogers Ave. Brooklyn

Faradia Kernizan, a medical student interested in dermatology who spent a decade working in public health, will lead hands-on activities and share simple, practical facts about the skin. Come learn about, play, and discover the science of your skin.

QUEENS

JFK Terminal 6 Community Job Fair

Queens Borough Hall (The Atrium)

Saturday, March 14, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. 120-55 Queens Boulevard, Queens

Ahead of the terminal’s grand opening this spring, this event brings together T6 developers, concessionaires, and operating partners seeking qualified candidates and local talent.

2nd Annual Unplugged Collective

Cleveland Street and Jamaica Avenue

Saturday, March 14, 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. 199-21 Linden Boulevard, Queens

Good vibes, live tunes, and real connections in person! Get ready for an afternoon filled with live music, art, and good vibes. A chance to unplug from the digital world and really connect.

BRONX

Family Time: Fabric Collaging with Artist Laurel Richardson

Bronx Museum of the Arts

Saturday, March 14, 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m., 1040 Grand Concourse, Bronx

A perfect way to spend a relaxing Saturday. All ages are welcome at The Bronx Museum for a free and fun art activity led by exhibiting artist, Laurel Richardson. 

Mommy and Me High Tea

The Bruckner House

Saturday, March 14, 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m., 40 Bruckner Boulevard, Bronx

You and your little one share a special in-person experience filled with tasty treats and lots of fun! This event is perfect for making sweet memories together over tea, finger sandwiches, and yummy pastries in a cozy, relaxed setting.