What’s Free to do in New York: Violin Master Class, 2026 Vision Boards in the Park, Blog and Newsletters Workshop and More

It’s so cold outside you might strongly consider staying inside. But if you’re brave enough, you’ll find a variety of classes for meditation, writing, dancing, and more. We got you. 

Here’s what’s free. 

Manhattan

Violin Master Class with Jesse Mills

Saturday, Jan. 24, 3:30 - 5:30 p.m., 235 East 11th Street

If you’re an amateur violinist, pull up here to get a quick, communal lesson from a straight up pro. 

Blog and Newsletters Workshop

Sunday, Jan. 25, 3 - 4 p.m., 180 Orchard Street

It seems like we’re in a blog resurgence era, with newsletters being the logical extension. If you ever wanted to jump into the newsletter game — or, even just up your own — come through to learn from author Stuart Pennebaker.

One-Hour Meditation Classes for Self-Discovery and Inner Peace

Saturday, Jan. 24, 3 pm, 34 West 15th Street

Find inner peace — or, at least, an hour’s worth of it — during this free mediation class tomorrow. 

Brooklyn

The Free Black Women's Library Presents Reading & Writing with Purpose

Monday, Jan. 24, 3 - 4:30 p.m., 226 Marcus Garvey Blvd.

A writers’ workshop by and for Black women. Say less.

Beginner Salsa Class

Sunday, Jan. 25, 7 - 8 p.m., 670 Grand St.

Learning how to dance can be embarrassing. But not as much when you’re learning with other beginners, as you would be in this BK Salsa 101 class. 

McNally Jackson X Tracksmith January Run Club: Book Club Edition

Sunday, Jan. 25 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., 147 Wythe Avenue

Book nerds get together to go jogging. This is about as well-rounded as anything ever gets. 

Queens

Queens TECH Connect Career Networking Night

Friday, Jan. 23, 6 - 8 p.m., 131-12 Liberty Avenue

IT pros and techies assemble! Pull up to link up with like-minded tech enthusiasts so you can prep your next career level up. 

Afro Caribbean Dance Fitness Classes

Saturday, Jan. 24, 10 - 11 a.m., 11 a.m. - 12 p.m., 12-1 p.m., 114-58 170th Street

In itself, fitness can be very “meh.” But when it’s dance? Fire, especially when it’s a “class” so you have an excuse to be mid. Everybody’s got to start somewhere. 

Bronx

Postpartum Depression Workshop

Saturday, Jan. 24, 12 - 1:30 p.m., 5900 Riverdale Avenue

Postpartum depression is nothing to be ashamed of. And it’s also not something you always have to be alone for. If you find yourself dealing with it, consider coming to this Bronx workshop. 

Art in the Park: 2026 Vision Boards

Saturday, JAN. 24, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., 301 West Tremont Avenue

If you’ve got a vision, this is an event for you. If not, hey, maybe you’ll find one here.