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The Melting Pot NYC
2008-05-31 16:00:00
"One of New York City?s successful and long running soirees, The Melting Pot NYC kicks its summer music series Coney Island stylee. The series of six features the global dance soul sounds of MPot resident DJs Kervyn Mark and Kamala. The first edition on May 31, will have all-world/all-star DJ-producer Louie Vega (Vega Records) and dance music arsonist Chris Annibell (Afrokinetic) as special guests bringing funky dance rhythms to the boardwalk. Throw in a ride on the Cyclone and a corndog!" Read More...Digg this | Email to a friend | Reddit

Bang on a Can Marathon
2008-05-31 16:00:00
As artistically inclusive as it is audience-friendly, Bang on a Can's annual 12-hour Marathon has become one of the most diverse, most open and most exciting music events in the world. "Imagine Lollapalooza advised by the ghost of John Cage," Vanity Fair wrote. "There are other places to hear new contemporary music, but it is seldom offered with such a potent blend of intensity, authority, and abandon." Last year's clocked in at a non-stop 27+ hrs of free avant guard music from the likes of Karsh Kale, Dan Deacon, Crash Ensemble, and more. Full details here. All Ages. Read More...Digg this | Email to a friend | Reddit
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David Byrne: Playing the Building Opening
2008-05-31 16:00:00
"Creative Time presents Playing the Building , a 9,000-square-foot, interactive, site-specific installation by renowned artist David Byrne. The artist transforms the interior of the landmark Battery Maritime Building in Lower Manhattan into a massive sound sculpture that all visitors are invited to sit and 'play.' The project consists of a retrofitted antique organ, placed in the center of the building's cavernous second-floor gallery, that controls a series of devices attached to its structural features?metal beams, plumbing, electrical conduits, and heating and water pipes. These machines vibrate, strike, and blow across the building?s elements, triggering unique harmonics and producing finely tuned sounds." Read More...Digg this | Email to a friend | Reddit
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ZOMBIES ATTACK! Closing Party
2008-05-31 16:00:00
Following the success of the last two Zombie Art Show, the MF Gallery have decided to continue their tribute to the legions of the undead. The Opening Party in April drew a mixed crowd of Zombies and Humans. Dethrace, a Band of Satanic Superhero Robots, delivered a deadly 2000 megawatt performance and then had a bloody battle with the undead fiends. On May 31st, they will return once again for the final Zombie Battle. Anyone who shows up in Zombie makeup will receive free beer all night! Admission is free and open to all ages, no RSVP required?BUT ENTER AT YOUR OWN RISK!! (old flyer) Read More...Digg this | Email to a friend | Reddit
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Subatomic Sound System in the Garden
2008-05-31 16:00:00
Subatomic Sound s System invites you to come hang out with them in a Lower East Side Garden and Skate Park. They set up shop and play downtempo and dub reggae live. Plus Water and Light Project play Africa Unite featuring Bob Marley at 8:30pm. This event is at a community garden, please respect the rules of the space! (sorry, old flyer) Read More...Digg this | Email to a friend | Reddit
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At the Death House Door Screening
2008-05-31 16:00:00
IFC and Roof Top Film s present At the Death House Door this evening in lovely Ft. Greene part. A powerful and important new documentary by Steve James and Peter Gilbert (makers of the classic doc "Hoop Dreams") At the Death House Door kicks off the summer for Roof Top films. After the screening there will be a Q and A and an opportunity for the audience to meet the filmmakers. Read More...Digg this | Email to a friend | Reddit
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Wire kicks off the Seaport
2008-05-30 16:00:00
Its summer in the city at that means free concerts at the Seaport. This evening they kick things off with Wire and Die! Die! Die! "Wire came to prominence in the late 70s during the cultural revolution of punk in the UK. Their art-school approach set them apart from brasher contemporaries, where they expanded the sonic boundaries of not just punk, but rock music in general. From R.E.M., the Cure and Guided by Voices to Minor Threat and Black Flag, from Blur and the birth of Britpop up until Franz Ferdinand and Bloc Party, Wire?s influence has been one of most significant in the past 30 years." All Ages. Read More...Digg this | Email to a friend | Reddit
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Free Absolute Beginner Class in Argentine Tango
2008-05-30 16:00:00
What do I love more than a dance class? A free dance class! Tonight check out a free absolute beginner workshop in Argentine Tango . "Featured in Vogue, the National Herald Tribune, and The Economist, TriANGulO specializes in Argentine tango, the original, more intimate predecessor to international ballroom-style tango. Founder Carina Moeller is a professional dancer with training in modern dance and ballet who has worked and studied with such tango greats as Fabian Salas, Pablo Veron, and Mingo Pugliese. Known for her engaging and precise teaching style, Carina creates a stress-free atmosphere that is particularly appealing to novice dancers." Read More...Digg this | Email to a friend | Reddit
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One Night Only
2008-05-30 16:00:00
"Sutra?s One Night Only series kicked off a couple weeks back with DJ?s Spinna & ?uestlove. This Friday night, they continue the top-tier selection of hip-hop DJ?s bringing in the one and only Evil Dee, founding member of Black Moon, Boot Camp Clik & Da Beatminerz. Join the gang over on First and First for a rare chance to catch him on a Friday night in the LES." Read More...Digg this | Email to a friend | Reddit
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Gorillas and Chinchillas
2008-05-30 16:00:00
Takeover Theory DJs King Cut & Complex take over Galapagos tonight and are joined by guest DJ IXL (dmc champion). They will be cuttin, scratchin, and partyrockin all night long! Plus free fried chicken and waffles from 9:00pm to 10:00pm. Read More...Digg this | Email to a friend | Reddit
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Summer Vacation
2008-05-30 16:00:00
It's that time of year again for a more relaxed work and school schedule, which means a more intense schedule of vacations, BBQs and best of all - partying. DJs Brainchild (Okayplayer/Dorkmag/OSN) and DJ Knomad (432 Promotions) will be playing some mellow soulful vibes in the beginning of the night and switching over to upbeat party vibes for the late night set. 21+ Read More...Digg this | Email to a friend | Reddit
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Sitelines: Under the Buttonwood Tree
2008-05-29 16:00:00
"LMCC?s Sitelines site-specific performance series launches this summer with Jacqulyn Buglisi's episodic, theatrical spectacle which marries art and commerce by bringing to life touchstone moments in the history of the New York Stock Exchange.  Commencing with a resonating gong, the artists animate a sweeping, epic display that transforms the steps of Federal Hall and the New York Stock Exchange into a silken-sheathed proscenium depicting the early days of the NYSE, from the signing of the 1792 Buttonwood Agreement to the passionate frenzy on the Floor covered in ticker tape madness. The musical selections include Wynton Marsalis, Jelly Roll Morton and John Corgliano and a live performance by the Aeros Wind Quintet. Read More...Digg this | Email to a friend | Reddit
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Abigail Washburn and the Sparrow Quartet
2008-05-29 16:00:00
Led by Abigail Washburn , the Sparrow Quartet is an all-star ensemble that presents a unique musical fusion of original songs that draw inspiration from traditional American music and classical forms, with an underlying influence of the Far East. Featuring banjo virtuoso Bela Fleck, along with violinist Casey Driessen and cellist Ben Sollee, the group has visited both China and Tibet as musical ambassadors, doing what mass media cannot in representing contemporary American culture. Mirah Yom Tov Zeitlyn and Spectratone International open. Ticket info below. All Ages. Read More...Digg this | Email to a friend | Reddit
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World Science Festival and WNYC Present: You and Your Irrational Brain
2008-05-29 16:00:00
"Behavioral economist Dan Ariely, author of Predictably Irrational, will join Radio Lab hosts Jad Abumrad and Robert Krulwich and Proust was a Neuroscientist author and Radio Lab contributor Jonah Lehrer to explore the often surprising factors that motivate and dictate human behavior. Why, for example, are people generally more comfortable stealing pencils from work than money from a petty cash box? And what does this tell us about the degree to which human decision-making is based upon irrational thinking? The free event will combine discussion with live group experiments, games and demonstrations that test the ideas in Ariely's book, followed by food, drink and music under the stars." Admission is free, but reservations are required. More info on World Science Festival after the jump. Read More...Digg this | Email to a friend | Reddit
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Brooklyn Royalty's Video Lookbook Release Party
2008-05-29 16:00:00
Indie apparel line Brooklyn Royalty is opening the doors of its new studio space at innovative collective 3rd Ward to unveil their first-ever Video Lookbook. Festivities include music by Frank White & Friends, free gift bags to the first 100 attendees, open bar Sangria from 7pm to 8pm and even complimentary car service from the Grand L stop. The night concludes with an exclusive screening of the new Brooklyn Royalty Lookbook at 9PM. Party photographers will be on-hand to capture the ensuing dance party, which will continue until 11pm, and Brooklyn Royalty merchandise will be available for purchase all night. Read More...Digg this | Email to a friend | Reddit
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Once in awhile...
2008-05-29 16:00:00
Invisible NYC presents Once in Awhile a new art show by artists Duane Bruton and Leif Parsons which explores the crazy male psyche. Both men work primarily with mixed media on paper, creating whimsical and visually pleasing poetic imagery ­ sometimes recognizable, other times free form lines and space create familiar shapes and forms. While similar in their approach, each has unique execution and end result. And should you need an after work drink, there is free Budweiser and Heineken from 7pm to 9pm. Read More...Digg this | Email to a friend | Reddit

Free Cake!!!
2008-05-29 16:00:00
Pay very close attention to the words you are about to read. They are possibly the most important words I have ever shared with you... FREE CAKE!!! Thats right people, free cake! In the midst of this tumultuous presidential campaign Pillsbury feels we could all benefit from something sweet. "The Pillsbury Doughboy will declare Park Avenue and 51st the Sweetest Spot in New York City and offer morning commuters a free slice of a giant cake in the shape of the United States to kick-off the Campaign for a Sweeter America. Pillsbury will also donate more than 1,500 sweets to the New York Food Bank for delivery to community food programs throughout New York?s five boroughs." Read More...Digg this | Email to a friend | Reddit
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She Wolves from the Tiber to the Hudson
2008-05-29 16:00:00
The interestingness (okay, I know it's not a word) continues... same info here. "Enter into three immersive events whose fusion of water, sound and light will bring the mythic She-Wolf to life and transform outdoor river spaces with site-specific animations and music. In its US premiere, She Wolves features works that originated on the Tiber River in Rome as part of the annual Tevereterno celebration of contemporary art and sound. Each evening's experience will awaken a different River to River Festival site with commissioned musical compositions and projected animations paired in breathtaking installations for the river. Read More...Digg this | Email to a friend | Reddit
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Listening In
2008-05-29 16:00:00
Mr. Pace Won & Mr. Green drop their new release The Only Color That Matters Is Green this week and are celebrating with a release party tonight. The duo will perform live along with some surprise guests, and Takeover Theory DJ's Iron Lyon & Yamez (with guest DJ DP1 of the Turntable Anihilists) provide the beats all night ling. 2 for 1 stellas and heinekens from 10 -11, and live artwork in the basement. 21+ Read More...Digg this | Email to a friend | Reddit
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Sitelines: Under the Buttonwood Tree
2008-05-28 16:00:00
"LMCC?s Sitelines site-specific performance series launches this summer with Jacqulyn Buglisi's episodic, theatrical spectacle which marries art and commerce by bringing to life touchstone moments in the history of the New York Stock Exchange.  Commencing with a resonating gong, the artists animate a sweeping, epic display that transforms the steps of Federal Hall and the New York Stock Exchange into a silken-sheathed proscenium depicting the early days of the NYSE, from the signing of the 1792 Buttonwood Agreement to the passionate frenzy on the Floor covered in ticker tape madness. The musical selections include Wynton Marsalis, Jelly Roll Morton and John Corgliano and a live performance by the Aeros Wind Quintet. Read More...Digg this | Email to a friend | Reddit
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Wonderful Wednesday
2008-05-28 16:00:00
By now you all know my love for Blue Owl... Its nice to have a not so pretentious cocktail lounge downtown that you can grab a drink after work without too much fuss. And while I can no longer imbibe my love of gin at this weekly gathering, at least I can still enjoy a fine vodka cocktail in one of the finer downtown cocktail spots still free of midtown cheese. (not that there is anything wrong with midtown, my inner New Jersey love's me a stint at Johnny Utahs here and there.) 21+ Read More...Digg this | Email to a friend | Reddit
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Reggae Happy Hour
2008-05-28 16:00:00
I'm not one for posting straight up happy hours (unless there is beer pong and $1 beverages) but since we are on the ebb tide of summer I figured what better way to spend your after work wind-down then with some bass-laden reggae, some cheap $4 Red Stripes or Rum Punchs, and some free jerk chicken. 21+ Read More...Digg this | Email to a friend | Reddit
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Poetry Magazine Release Reading
2008-05-28 16:00:00
Recent Poetry magazine contributors Mary Jo Bang, Cate Marvin, Philip Nikolayev, and Meghan O?Rourkewill all read their own works this evening. Complimentary copies of Poetry magazine and tote bags will be available to attendees and there will be a Q&A and signing after the reading. Donations of books to the store are welcome and encouraged. Read More...Digg this | Email to a friend | Reddit
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An Evening of Arias with Leah Partridge and Norman Reinhardt
2008-05-28 16:00:00
Soprano Leah Partridge and tenor Norman Reinhardt delight with arias from the popular to the obscure on a stunning Hudson River setting. "American soprano Leah Partridge has received consistent praise for her virtuosic technique and dramatic insight. She has made some of the great bel canto roles her own, and her career includes performances of the title role in Lucia di Lammermoor, Violetta in La Traviata, and Gilda in Rigoletto. In the 2007-08 season Leah Partridge made her Metropolitan Opera debut singing the First Niece in a new production of Britten?s Peter Grimes. A graduate of the Houston Grand Opera Studio, American tenor Norman Reinhardt has had a successful start to his career. Amongst others, Norman has worked with Patrick Summers playing Ernesto in Don Pasquale and has sung in Der Kaiser von Atlantis at the Ravinia Festival under the baton of James Conlon." Read More...Digg this | Email to a friend | Reddit
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She Wolves from the Tiber to the Hudson
2008-05-28 16:00:00
I'm not so sure what's happening here but all the words sound real interesting... same info here. "Enter into three immersive events whose fusion of water, sound and light will bring the mythic She-Wolf to life and transform outdoor river spaces with site-specific animations and music. In its US premiere, She Wolves features works that originated on the Tiber River in Rome as part of the annual Tevereterno celebration of contemporary art and sound. Each evening's experience will awaken a different River to River Festival site with commissioned musical compositions and projected animations paired in breathtaking installations for the river. Read More...Digg this | Email to a friend | Reddit
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Atomic X
2008-05-28 16:00:00
An explosive selection of 80's, New Wave, Pop, Indie, Metal, & Dance rip through ye old beauty bar tonight while you get drunk on free vodka. What more can I say? Really old flyer, should be ignored. Someone please send a new one. 21+ Read More...Digg this | Email to a friend | Reddit
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Subphonik Wednesdays at Rose
2008-05-28 16:00:00
Subphonik Music takes over Rose Wednesday nights and brings you live hip hop, soul, jazz and, plus they always throw a little freestyle jam session in there for good measure. Tonight the Beat Battle winner receives a free class at Dubspot! 21+ Read More...Digg this | Email to a friend | Reddit
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High Voltage
2008-05-28 16:00:00
High Voltage has been killin' it with hipster-infused electro goodness for about as long as FreeNYC's been keepin your nightlife lively. Week after week they light up Orchard street with a bit of glam, a bit of electro, and a whole lot of drunken hump day fun. Tonight is no exception with DJ sets from Gina Turner, Dan Oh, and Rok One. plus free vodka beginning at 11pm. Old Flyer 21+ Read More...Digg this | Email to a friend | Reddit
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Archers of Ha
2008-05-27 16:00:00
Williamsburg's cozy beer spot, Spike Hill, presents free local stand up comedy weekly in their back room. Be prepared for some solid laughs and enjoy some curry fries while your there. 21+ Read More...Digg this | Email to a friend | Reddit
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Disco Down
2008-05-27 16:00:00
Happy Ending is always good for a little late night booze-fest and tonight is no exception. Dirty Disco mixes all the sounds the kids are diggin' these days... or in 1987... disco (duh), brit pop, indie, and new wave. While this will never replace the insanely debaucherous Sh!t Hammered weekly where I once saw 4 Hassids shoot tequila while 2 lesbians made out on a bed in the middle of the dance floor - it should still prove to be a good time. 21+ Read More...Digg this | Email to a friend | Reddit
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