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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on August 7, 2012?

52 free events take place on Tuesday, August 7 in New York City. Don't miss the opportunities that only New York provides! Exciting, high quality, unique and off the beaten path free events and free things to do take place in New York today, tonight, tomorrow and each day of the year, any time of the day: whether it's a weekday or a weekend, day or night, morning or evening or afternoon, December or July, April or November! These events will take your breath away!

New York City (NYC) never ceases to amaze you with quantity and quality of its free culture and free entertainment. Check out August 7 and see for yourself. Summer or Winter, Spring or Fall! Just click on any day of the calendar above and you'll find most inspiring and entertaining free events to go to and free things to do on each day of August . Don't miss the opportunities that only New York provides!

Some events take place all year long: same day of the week, same time there are there for you to take advantage of. One of the oldest free weekly events in Manhattan is Dixieland Jazz with the Gotham Jazzmen, which happen at noon every Tuesday. Another example of an event that you can attend all year round on weekdays is Federal Reserve Bank Tour, which takes place every week day at 1 pm (but advanced reservations are required). You can take at least 13 free tours every day of the year, except the New Year Day, July 4th, and the Christmas Day. If you are classical music afficionado, you can spend whole day in New York going from one free classical concert to another. If you love theater, then New York gives you an option to attend plays and musicals free of charge, or at deep discount. You just need to have information about it. And we are here to make that information available to you.
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52 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Tuesday, August 7, 2012

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Workshop | Park Tai Chi


Tai Chi and Eternal Spring are instructed by members of the Tai Chi Chuan Center for all ages and experience levels. Classes are rain or shine.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 am
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Talk | Kayak-Making Demonstrations


Alfred Naumoff (Alutiiq) was a boat building apprentice to Larry Matfay, one of the foremost Kodiak Alutiiq tradition bearers. Naumoff continues the tradition of boat building and mask making as he teaches a new generation the Alutiiq traditional arts. Start times at 10am and 1pm.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
Free

Workshop | Park Yoga


Expert instructors, provided by lululemon athletica, lead all levels of yogis. Mats are provided.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:00 am
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Screening | Daily Screenings: Arctic Summer, Part I


For their Celebrating American Nations! series, they present three works from Arctic Canada, two animations and a short documentary on the World Eskimo-Indian Olympics. Start times: 10:30am and 11:45am.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:30 am
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Tour | Cathedral Tour


Explore the Cathedral's newly cleaned and restored Nave. Learn about the art, architecture and history of this great sacred space from 1892 to the present.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
$6

Workshop | Green Guerillas: History of NYC Community Gardens


Green Guerillas, New York City’s pioneering community garden group, will present a free workshop titled The History of Green Guerillas & NYC’s Community Gardening Movement. In the early 1970’s Lower East Side artist Liz Christy rallied her friends and neighbors to take on the urban decay that was surrounding them. Calling themselves the “green guerillas” they threw “seed bombs” over the fences of vacant lots, planted sunflower seeds in street meridians, and planted flowers in tree pits and on window ledges. In 1973, they transformed a vacant, rubble strewn lot into the Bowery Houston Farm and Garden – and they sparked a movement. Today, more than 600 community gardens serve as testament to the skill, creativity, and determination of New York City’s community gardeners. Green Guerillas is a vibrant nonprofit resource center that gets community garden groups the plants, people, and funding they need to survive and thrive.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Tour | Federal Reserve Bank Tour


Learn about central banking functions that Federal Reserve System performs and see Bank's vault of international monetary gold on bedrock of Manhattan Island, five stories below street level. Learn why Federal Reserve has "Federal" in its name, while it's a private bank, not Federal at all. Congressman Ron Paul considers the Federal Reserve "both corrupt and unconstitutional" Tour times: 11:15 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 1:15 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 3:15 p.m., and 4:00 p.m.
   New York City, NY; NYC
11:15 am
Free

Birdwatching | Meet the Birds


Get an up-close visit with exotic birds from the Arcadia Bird Sanctuary and Education Center. Sanctuary Director Terri Jones and her sociable, people-friendly birds can be found near every Tuesday this summer, weather permitting. Stop by to watch, ask questions, interact with the birds, or just take pictures.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:30 am
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Talk | Powerful First Impressions: How to Find and Get the Job You Really Want


Barry Cohen, CUNY Employment Coordinator discusses the “hidden” techniques and strategies you need to ace that next job interview.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
Free

Jazz | Kuni Mikami, Pianist Who Played with Lionel Hampton


Born in Tokyo, Japan, Kuni Mukami came to the United States in 1975. He continues to play for many of the top big-bands around including: the Lionel Hampton Orchestra; Duke Ellington; Cab Calloway; Illinois Jaquet; and George Gee Orchestra.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
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Concert | Suzanne Davenport, Accordionist


Enjoy a taste of Paris in the park at lunchtime with musette style accordion music.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
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Park Walk | The Art of the Park Tour


Walk and learn about the intricate design of the Park's web of pastoral landscapes and formal romantic vistas.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
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Tour | Cathedral Tour


Explore the Cathedral's newly cleaned and restored Nave. Learn about the art, architecture and history of this great sacred space from 1892 to the present.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
$6

Screening | Daily Screenings: IndiVisible


In conjunction with the exhibition “IndiVisible: African-Native American Lives in the Americas,” they present two documentaries that explore the history, culture and contemporary reality of people who share African American and Native American ancestry. Start times at 1pm and 3pm.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Film | Hal Ashby's Oscar-Winning Being There (1979): Tuned Out


With Peter Sellers, Shirley MacLaine and Melvyn Douglas. Chance, a simple gardener, has never left the estate until his employer dies. His simple TV-informed utterances are mistaken for profundity. 130 min.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Gallery Talk | Tour of Jubilation|Rumination: Life, Real and Imagined


Free tour with curator Lee Kogan.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Tour | U.S. Customs House Building Tour


Museum Ambassadors provide a 45-minute in-depth look at the unique architecture and design of the Alexander Hamilton U.S. Customs House.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Workshop | Knitting in the Park


Free Classes in the Park. Knitty City provides free instruction to beginners. Yarn and needles are provided.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:30 pm
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Workshop | Ballet Exercise Class for Adults


Here’s your chance to experience the ballerina in you. Learn basic ballet steps and experience the joy of dancing in a class that combines ballet and exercise specifically for older adults. You’ll have fun as you dance and see for yourself the benefits of ballet for good balance, agility and grace. Wear comfortable clothes and be ready to have fun.
   New York City, NY; NYC
2:00 pm
Free

Gallery Talk | Infinity of Nations Guided Tour


Emily gives a 45-minute in-depth look at the unique architecture and design of the Alexander Hamilton U.S. Customs House.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
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Workshop | Learn Juggling in the Park


Test your coordination and dexterity with free juggling lessons in the park. All skill levels are welcome to join in the fun. Equipment is provided.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
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Dance Lesson | Ballroom Dancing Then and Now


Learn steps from today’s most popular ballroom dances. Find out where they came from and how they have changed through the years. Explore social dancing of the past and the present with Mark Mindek of the New York Historical Dance Company and Judy Ayres of Just Dance. Wear comfortable shoes. No partner necessary.
   New York City, NY; NYC
6:00 pm
Free

Book Signing | Karen Bergreen signs copies of her book Perfect Is Overrated


Author and comedienne Karen Bergreen signs her new book. She has promised to make everyone laugh, so this is an event you won't want to miss! Tuesday August 07, 2012 6:00 PM
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Talk | Living Large on Less in NYC


Living beneath your means is one way to accumulate wealth. Learn tips to lower your expenses.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Workshop | Meditation at the Library


Sahaja Meditation is a holistic approach to living in balance. The simple technique gives the experience of inner silence, calm and contentment. Sahaja Meditation is an inner yoga (connection), meaning no mental or physical effort is required. Whatever the issue facing us—frustration, anger, anxiety, bad habits, loneliness—Sahaja Meditation awakens a vibrant energy within each of us that empowers us to achieve our genuine self-expression and fulfillment.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Park Walk | Tuesday Night Park Tour


Explore with park designers and planners to learn the history of the site, the process that led to its creation, and features of the landscape and sustainable elements.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Theater | Euripides' Rarely Staged Children of Hercules


American Thymele Theatre is presenting the rarely staged Children of Hercules performed in an ancient, traditional staging with music and dance. This is a fully staged production, not an adaptation.
   New York City, NY; NYC
6:30 pm
Free

Workshop | Fitness Meet-Up


Lolë and FITiST team up to offer fitness meet-ups, including: yoga, boot camp, core training & boxing.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Tour | Guided Tour of the High Line


Join a docent for a fun and informative walk along the High Line. Learn about the history, design, art, and horticulture of this unique park. Please arrive at least 15 minutes early to guarantee your spot.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Workshop | Legal Resources Online


Hands on using wireless laptops. A tour of databases and websites to get you started when looking for a legal professional, information about local laws and court systems and other credible legal resources.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Concert | Mannes College Classical Students


Every Tuesday night the stars shine bright in the Park! Enjoy classical music as students from from Mannes College The New School for Music perform on one of the Park’s most beautiful piers.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Workshop | Park Circuit Fitness Class


Get fit this summer with innovative exercises designed by top trainers to utilize the Park's best natural features: rocks, trails, stairs, hills, and gorgeous open lawns. A variety of classes will help you maximize your strength and agility, as well as increase flexibility and muscle tone. All fitness levels welcome. Space is limited to 40 participants per class on a first come, first served basis. Ages 18+.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Workshop | 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.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Film | Pure Yoga


A special free outdoor yoga session. Bring a friend (or two) and a mat, and Pure’s inspiring instructors will take care of the rest. All fitness levels welcome.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Workshop | Stargazing in the City


Every Tuesday at dusk, gaze at the stars, planets, and moon using high-powered telescopes, and chat with members of the Amateur Astronomers Association of New York about the sites you see.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Workshop | Sunset Yoga Classes


Landscaped gardens and water views provide an inspiring backdrop, as a certified instructor flows through vinyasas with the breezes of the river. This is a fun (and free!) opportunity to bring your yoga practice into the outdoors and enjoy the beauty of this uniquely special urban setting. A limited number of yoga mats are provided. Participants are encouraged to bring their own yoga mats and towels.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Talk | The Life and Times of the Knish


With Laura Silver, the world's leading expert on the knish. All hail the knish. The wrapped pastry of Jewish extraction stands for eternal life, cultural continuity and co-existence. Born in the Pale of Settlement, the stuffed dough arrived in the US as immigrant food. Today, it's a catalyst for community. Baked or fried, round or square, sweet or savory, the knish serves as fodder for stories and memories.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Book Discussion | Book Club: Bridget Siegel's Domestic Affairs


When twenty-something political fundraiser Olivia Greenley is recruited by her close friend Jacob Harriston to join the Presidential campaign of Georgia Governor Landon Taylor, she is intoxicated by optimism and opportunity.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Performance | Comedy: Karlinator + Giant


Two of New York City’s neediest improv duos unite to provide you with laughs and emotions! Featuring Karlinator (sisters Ariel Karlin and Lily Karlin) and Giant (late in life best friends Rich Hollman and Nate Williams).
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Reading | Mixed Bag: Story Time for Grown-Ups


Love a good story? Sit back and relax as they read you a mystery or two.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Concert | Robert Glasper Experiment with Special Guests


With one foot planted firmly in jazz and the other in hip-hop and R&B, Robert Glasper continues to stun audiences with his inventive take on jazz. Glasper’s extensive career in the music business ranges from producing albums to serving as a music director. The Los Angeles Times says “he’s equally comfortable in the worlds of hip-hop and jazz,” praising his ability to build a bridge between his two musical touchstones. Describing the Robert Glasper Experiment’s latest project, Black Radio, Glasper says it is “more of an urban, hip-hop, soul kind of vibe, but the spine of it all is still jazz.” The result is a musical fusion that fans of each genre love and appreciate. (photo: Mike Schreiber)
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Theater | The Metropolitan Opera Summer Recital Series


This performance features favorite arias and duets from some of opera’s greatest hits, performed by up-and-coming Met artists Deanna Breiwick (soprano, pictured), Alexander Lewis (tenor), and Edward Parks (baritone), accompanied by pianist Vlad Iftinca.
   New York City, NY; NYC
7:00 pm
Free

Poetry Reading | The Poets of W.W. Norton


Features Aaron Belz, Michael Collier, Laura Cronk, and Julie Sheehan.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Workshop | Waterfront Workouts: Pilates with the Fitness Guru


The Fitness Guru returns with Pilates Mat classes overlooking the New York Harbor. Limited mats available. Registration begins at 6:30pm.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Workshop | Yoga Bliss Class


Every Tuesday evening in August you can salute the setting sun while doing yoga. Please bring your own mat or towel!
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Concert | 25th Anniversary of Astor Piazzolla's 1987 Park Concert


PROGRAM: All works by Astor Piazzolla Michelangelo; Milonga Del Angel; Muerte Del Angel; Lunfardo; Adios Nonino; Escualo; Mumuki; Tanguedia/La Camorra; Chin Chin; Libertango With: Lara St. John, violin; Pablo Ziegler, piano; Claudio Ragazzi, guitar; Hector del Curto, bandoneon; and Andrew Roitstein, acoustic bass. Midge Woolsey of WQXR is the host.
   New York City, NY; NYC
7:30 pm
Free

Theater | Ghosts of Manhattan, a Theatrical Journey through New York History


This summer Organic Magnetics launches its formal debut, with the premier of original production Ghosts of Manhattan, 1512-2012: An Interactive History. Ghosts of Manhattan is a theatrical journey that traces New York City’s cultural evolution from native land in 1512 to global metropolis in 2012. This interactive walk-through theater experience will activate, and inspire cultural dialogue. The performance path includes rough terrain. Walking shoes and casual attire recommended. Performances take place at sunset, bug spray and flashlights optional. Please bring an item to trade. Any form of antique currency is acceptable.
   New York City, NY; NYC
8:00 pm
Free

Theater | Stephen Sondheim & James Lapine's Into the Woods, the Broadway Smash


A witch's curse condemns the Baker and his Wife to a life without children. They embark on a quest to find the four items required to break the spell: the cow as white as milk, the cape as red as blood, the hair as yellow as corn, and the slipper as pure as gold. Will they succeed? And what happens after "happily ever after?" A masterpiece by musical theater giants Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine, Into the Woods is a witty and irreverent reimagining of beloved classic fairytales: Jack and the Beanstalk, Little Red Riding Hood, Rapunzel, and Cinderella. Featuring Amy Adams, Jack Broderick, Gideon Glick, Cooper Grodin, Ivan Hernandez, Tina Johnson, Josh Lamon, Jessie Mueller, Donna Murphy, Laura Shoop, and Tess Soltau.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
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Concert | The 54/10 Music Marathon: Alastair Ottensen / Lisa Jaeggi and the Heir Jordans / Molly Coogan and the Class Acts


This 3rd Annual Festival Brings Over Two Dozen Bands on the Brink of Success! Guaranteed to open your eyes and ears, the 54/10 Music Marathon is a prime destination for eclectic music from exciting new bands. The 2012 festival promises everything from bawdy punk rock to danceable indie-pop and the truly surprising, such as bluegrass enhanced by aerial choreography.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
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Performance | Comedy: Cold Soda


Come to the most refreshing night of stand-up comedy in the city. If calories were laughs and sticks and stones were if’s and but’s, then the only way to escape this mangled sentence would be to see this amazing show.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:30 pm
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Performance | Comedy: Bring It!


Jay Welch hosts this stand up comedy open mic every Tuesday at 11pm. Sign up and you can be a part of the show! Each week, Jay and his special guests will be joined by 10 additional acts whose names will be drawn from the golden bowl of destiny. Win “joke of the night” and you are guaranteed a slot on the following Tuesday.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 pm
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Performance | Comedy: Study Hall


The newest improv jam. STUDY HALL is an opportunity for students of all levels [and all schools] to get more time on stage to do what’s being taught in their classes. Just bring your student IDs and something to work on. Hosted by Lucas Hazlett.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 pm
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