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22 Nov 2011

Rooftops: A Haven For Broke Asses

Perhaps one of my more recent posts put me on this whole “view” kick. In any case, rooftops, as stated above, are quite the haven for us broke asses. What do we do when we have no money? We head to the park, take a cruise on the bike, or

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20 Nov 2011

FREE Tree Lighting Celebration At Pier 39

The holidays are upon us, folks. Most of us are probably gearing up for far too much food and booze with friends and family over the next several weeks. Here’s another way to start the holiday season. Today, from 12:00p.m. – 6:00p.m. there will be a FREE tree lighting celebration

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19 Nov 2011

Screaming Queens, Bus Station Beats and Free Grub @ Compton’s Cafeteria Anniversary this Sunday!

If you want get heard, sometimes you gotta scream, and ain’t no one can scream like a queen who’s got something to say. This Sunday, everyone’s favourite temple of the Tenderloin, Aunt Charlie’s Lounge, will be holding a party commemorating the 45th anniversary of the Compton’s Cafeteria Riots in 1966. Stonewall,

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19 Nov 2011

Today: Queens Thanksgiving Zombie Walk Takes Over Astoria

Ahhh, Thanksgiving time. A time to reflect on what we’re thankful for with those we love, and also sometimes dress up like Zombies and run around Queens. The inaugural edition of the Queens Thanksgiving Zombie Walk will do just that today starting at noon. Complimentary zombie makeovers are provided to

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18 Nov 2011

3rd Ward’s Fall 2011 Member Group Show FREE Tonight

Want to see eclectic art tonight? You’re in luck because Brooklyn’s 3rd Ward is hosting their Fall 2011 Member Group Show. Many pieces of work will be on display, from photography to drawings, paintings and sculptures. The event will begin at 7pm and admission is FREE if you RSVP here.

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17 Nov 2011

Canstruction at the World Financial Center through Nov. 21st

The 19th annual Canstruction competition runs through November 21st at the World Financial Center Winter Garden. Each year, contestants construct displays using only cans of food. They are not allowed to damage the can or label so very little to no adhesive is used. The entrants this year include an

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15 Nov 2011

Learn About Lost Villages and Archaeological Digs FREE in Central Park This Thursday!

Hey there, U.S. History Nerd in the house.  I love me some Vietnam War, some Great Depression, some Boss Tweed (you know, not like actual wars and economic meltdowns and gangsters, but learning about them and stuff).  I know there are other nerdbombers out there, which is why I’m going

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13 Nov 2011

FREE Open Bluegrass Jam at Amnesia

Many great local and outside bluegrass and jazz acts grace Amnesia’s sacred stage from week to week. They are all incredibly talented. What about us average Joes, though? Every second and fourth Monday of each month Amnesia plays host to The Pick!, which is an open jam session for anyone

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