This week, get ready for a film festival on the lawn just north of Sheep Meadow in Central Park starting Tuesday and a birthday bash for Whole Foods on 100th Street on Friday and Saturday. On Friday, you can basically eat all three meals for free at Whole Foods while listening to free music.

We’ve posted dozens of free and cheap neighborhood events below, and you can also get to them by clicking on This Week’s Events in the upper right corner. Email us at “info at westsiderag dot com” to tell us about any upcoming events, or events we’ve missed. We may update the events list throughout the week as we learn more.

Monday

7 p.m.
Amy Waldman: The Submission Amy Waldman’s new novel, The Submission, follows a contested and grief-filled process of memorialization in a traumatized city in the wake of 9/11, raising tough ethical questions. At 82nd Street Barnes and Noble. FREE.

7:30 p.m.
Naumburg Concert Series: The Knights Enjoy classical music in the Park this summer at the Naumburg Concert Series. 700 seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis. At Central Park’s Naumberg Bandshell. FREE.

8 p.m.
D’Ambrose Boyd & David Pearl Present Singers Space Come to Singers Space at Thalia Café, hosted by D’Ambrose Boyd with David Pearl at the piano. Where New York’s finest professional and aspiring singers go to sing their favorites and hear their peers perform before an intimate audience. The café offers cocktails, wine & beer, soups, salads, wraps and desserts. There’s no cover and no minimum. At Symphony Space. FREE.

Tuesday

2:30 p.m.
Screening of The Taming of the Shrew (1967) Starring Elizabeth Taylor, Richard Burton, Cyril Cusack, and Michael Hordern At NYPL for the Performing Arts. FREE.

6:30 p.m.
Pilates – Mat Class This total body workout is a great way to develop superior core muscle power and tone, all with a beautiful view of the Hudson. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring your own mat. At the Plaza in Riverside Park @ 66th St. FREE.

7 p.m.
Will Kaufman: Woody Guthrie, American Radical Professor, songwriter and author Will Kaufman talks about the life of an iconic American folksinger and his commitment to social justice, explored in detail in his meticulously researched book, Woody Guthrie, American Radical. At 82nd Street Barnes and Noble. FREE.

8 p.m.
Central Park Conservancy Film Festival: El Cantante (2006) The life story of Hector Lavoe, who started the salsa movement in 1975 and brought it to the United States. Starring Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony. 106 min. The landscape north of Sheep Meadow. FREE. (Gates open to the public at 6:30 pm. Guest DJs play at 6:30 pm. All movies will be close captioned. Bring a picnic!)

8 p.m.
Another Impression… Producer/Choreographer Joelle Cosentino presents Another Impression… the second annual Impressions dance concert where a portion of the proceeds are donated to the Susan G. Komen Foundation. The show will feature The Phoenix Project Dance Theater, Chaz Buzan, and more. At Symphony Space. Tickets start at $40 on day of show, $35 if bought in advance.

Wednesday

9 a.m.
Walk NYC Walk NYC is a program that encourages New Yorkers of all ages to get fit while enjoying the outdoors. Parks will staff locations throughout the city with trained walking instructors to lead one-hour walks. Meet at 83rd Street & Riverside Drive. FREE.

10 a.m.
Seneca Village Open House This summer, archaeological excavations in Central Park uncovered parts of Seneca Village, the 19th Century African American community that was once located in today’s Central Park. Join the founders and supporters of the Institute for the Exploration of Seneca Village History to learn about the results of the excavations through student research projects related to the site. There will be two walking tours of the excavations at 11:00 am and 1:00 pm. Southeast of the park entrance at 85th Street and Central Park West. Look for the blue tent. FREE.

12 p.m.
Free Summer Concert Series at Richard Tucker Park – World Beat Grab your lunch and some friends and hit this lively oasis at Broadway and 66th Street. In Richard Tucker Square. FREE.

2 p.m.
Guitar Afternoon Enjoy free live music performed by jazz guitarist Bill Wurtzel and guest musicians each Wednesday from 2 to 3 pm. Folk Art Museum. FREE.

6:30 p.m.
Yoga-Evening Salute to the Sun End your day with relaxing Hatha yoga in a beautiful sunset setting. Suitable for all fitness levels. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring your own mat. In Riverside Park at the plaza around 66th Street. FREE.

7 p.m.
St. Michael’s Summer Movie Night: Motorcycle Diaries Theme: Who’s Your Neighbor? Discussion follows each film. At Amsterdam Ave. & W. 99 St. FREE.

7 p.m.
Willard Sterne Randall: Ethan Allen: His Life and Times In his highly anticipated, myth-debunking book, Ethan Allen, author, historian and journalist Willard Randall details the life of a psychologically complicated, fully flawed hero of the American Revolution. At the 82nd Street Barnes and Noble. FREE.

8 p.m.
CPC Film Festival: Bird The troubled life and career of legendary jazz musician, Charlie “Bird” Parker. Starring Forest Whitaker, Diane Venora, and Michael Zelniker. 161 min. The landscape north of Sheep Meadow. FREE. (Gates open to the public at 6:30 pm. Guest DJs play at 6:30 pm. All movies will be close captioned. Bring a picnic!)

Thursday

5 p.m.
Poetry in the Park Harlem Stage and Urban Word NYC partner for Uptown Open: Summer Edition. Featuring members of Urban Word NYC’s newly crowned 2011 Slam Team, this open mic series for youth offers a safe space to share their voices. 125th St. Stage in Riverside Park. FREE.

6:30 p.m.
The Taming of the Shrew Join Hudson Warehouse for their production of this Shakespeare classic. North patio of Soldiers’ & Sailors’ Monument (89th St & Riverside Dr.) FREE.

7 p.m.
Sten Hostfalt Described as genuinely innovative and groundbreaking by Don Williamson of Jazz Review, Impressive and intense by Time Out NY, Inimitable by Paper Magazine as well as Virtuosic, Original and Highly Exceptional by legendary icons of American music Joe Maneri, George Russell and Jimmy Giuffre respectively. At Symphony Space. FREE.

8 p.m.
CPC Film Festival: Dreamgirls Based on the Broadway musical, a trio of black female soul singers crosses over to the pop charts in the early 1960’s. Starring Beyonce Knowles, Jennifer Hudson, Jamie Foxx and Eddie Murphy. 130 min. The landscape north of Sheep Meadow. FREE. (Gates open to the public at 6:30 pm. Guest DJs play at 6:30 pm. All movies will be close captioned. Bring a picnic!)

8:30 p.m.
Ballets with a Twist: Cocktail Hour Choreographer Marilyn Klaus’s clever, sumptuous suite promises to seduce virgin and seasoned audiences alike. This collection of dances celebrates cocktail culture with an irreverent pop sensibility. At the David Rubenstein Atrium. FREE.

Friday

All Day (8:30 a.m. – 7 p.m.)
Whole Foods Two-Year Bash All-day Celebration with free food and music. At Columbus Square Whole Foods, 100th Street. FREE.

8 a.m.
Walk NYC Walk NYC is a program that encourages New Yorkers of all ages to get fit while enjoying the outdoors. Parks will staff locations throughout the city with trained walking instructors to lead one-hour walks. Meet at 83rd Street & Riverside Drive. FREE.

8 a.m. (until 1 p.m.)
Green Market Choose from fresh produce & dairy, artisanal breads, baked goods, meats & poultry, honey, eggs. Clothing/textile recycling bin on-site. 97th Street and Columbus.

6:30 p.m.
The Taming of the Shrew Join Hudson Warehouse for their production of this Shakespeare classic. North patio of Soldiers’ & Sailors’ Monument (89th St & Riverside Dr.) FREE.

8 p.m.
CPC Film Festival: Shine a Light A career-spanning documentary on the legendary rock group, the Rolling Stones. Directed by Martin Scorsese, the film includes concert footage from the band’s “A Bigger Bang” tour. 122 min. The landscape north of Sheep Meadow. FREE. (Gates open to the public at 6:30 pm. Guest DJs play at 6:30 pm. All movies will be close captioned. Bring a picnic!)

8 p.m.
Monica Ott Monica’s storytelling on “Only Human” deals with real emotions that people may not always express but at one time or another have definitely felt. At Symphony Space. FREE.

Saturday

10 a.m. (until 5)
Kayaking on the Hudson Join the Downtown Boathouse for 20-minute instructional paddles, and explore the Hudson River first hand. Please wear a bathing suit or shorts and a t-shirt, and know how to swim. 72nd St. & the Hudson River. FREE.

11 a.m. (until 4)
Whole Foods Two-Year Bash All-day Celebration with free food and music. At Columbus Square Whole Foods, 100th Street. FREE.

11 a.m.
Storytelling at Hans Christian Andersen Each Saturday at 11 am, from June through September, storytellers tell folk and fairy tales from many countries and especially the stories of Hans Christian Andersen. The majority of the audience is adults who know that a good story sustains one throughout the week and often throughout a lifetime. Children over five years old are welcome. 72nd Street and 5th Avenue inside Central Park. FREE.

3 p.m.
Jagged Edge/Avant/Melanie Fiona Jagged Edge has sold over 8 million records, won countless awards and gained impressive nominations while solidifying their place in R&B history with hit singles such as, “He Can’t Love U,” “Let’s Get Married,” “Promise,” and “Where the Party At.” With catchy lyrics and hypnotic beats, numerous albums, including A Jagged Era, J.E. Heartbreak, and Jagged Little Thrill, have help spots at the top of the Billboard charts. At Central Park’s Rumsey Playfield. FREE.

6:30 p.m.
The Taming of the Shrew Join Hudson Warehouse for their production of this Shakespeare classic. North patio of Soldiers’ & Sailors’ Monument (89th St & Riverside Dr.) FREE.

7 p.m.
Jaclyn Katz A graduate of the Calhoun School and a Stagedoor Manor alum, Jaclyn was a featured soloist in her school’s chorus for seven years and has graced the stages of Don’t Tell Mama and The Rum House. At Symphony Space. FREE.

8 p.m.
CPC Film Festival: A Star is Born A has-been rock star falls in love with a young, up-and-coming songstress. Starring Barbra Streisand, Kris Kristofferson and Gary Busey. 139 min. The landscape north of Sheep Meadow. FREE. (Gates open to the public at 6:30 pm. Guest DJs play at 6:30 pm. All movies will be close captioned. Bring a picnic!)

9 p.m.
Waty Waty is a singer and songwriter whose focus is acoustic and piano. At Symphony Space. FREE.

Sunday

10 a.m. (until 5)
Kayaking on the Hudson Join the Downtown Boathouse for 20-minute instructional paddles, and explore the Hudson River first hand. Please wear a bathing suit or shorts and a t-shirt, and know how to swim. 72nd St. & the Hudson River. FREE.

1 p.m.
Board Game Night at the Cafe Relax on Sunday with live music and a classic board game. Choose from a variety of games behind the bar including Cranium, Guess Who?, Jenga, UNO, Operation, and more! At Symphony Space’s Thalia Cafe. FREE.

2 p.m.
Meer Festival: The Dennis Day Ensemble Charles A. Dana Discovery Center (Inside the Park on 110th Street between Fifth and Lenox Avenues). FREE.

6:30 p.m.
The Taming of the Shrew Join Hudson Warehouse for their production of this Shakespeare classic. North patio of Soldiers’ & Sailors’ Monument (89th St & Riverside Dr.) FREE.

7 p.m.
Kaleidhaphonic Kaleidhaphonic is a dynamic musical quartet that is breaking new ground in the fusion of world, trance, ancient and modern musical genres. In Kaleidhaphonic, African, Indian and Western instruments combine, weaving a colorful and mesmerizing soundscape of deep grooves, dancing rhythms, and simply beautiful sounds. At Symphony Space. FREE.

Please double-check times and prices with the event producer. Many venues offer special pricing for students, seniors and members.

Image via Central Park Conservancy.