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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on December 4, 2011?

53 free events take place on Sunday, December 4 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 December 4 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 December . 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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53 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Sunday, December 4, 2011

All events are free unless otherwise noted.
        

City Walk | Flatiron District Walking Tour


Join professional guides on a 90-minute journey through this vibrant neighborhood, viewing some of the city’s most notable landmarks, including the New York Life Insurance Building, the MetLife Clock Tower, the Appellate Courthouse and the famous Flatiron Building.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
Free

City Walk | Hudson River-to-Harlem Walk


See sights. Bring lunch and water. Call to confirm.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
$3

Park Walk | WILDLIFE VIEWING: WINTER WATERFOWL


New York City is home to an amazing abundance of wildlife, and the colder months are the perfect time to discover migratory waterfowl and wintering birds. This light hike through the park will allow you to view birds along the shore, and the Rangers will guide you to the best wildlife viewing spots in New York City To enhance your experience we encourage you to bring binoculars and field guides.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Park Walk | HISTORIC NEW YORK WALKING TOUR: NORTHERN MANHATTAN


Ice-age glaciers, Native Americans, Dutch traders, British Redcoats, and the Underground Railroad have all left their mark on New York City. Their stories can be found in the names of our streets, our architecture, and our parks. On this tour you’ll be able to explore the Park and learn about the human and natural history of Northern Manhattan. This is a light walking tour, but hiking boots/shoes are recommended.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Screening | Liszt Festival: Dance with the Devil


The screening of a new film followed by a talkback with pianist-turned-filmmaker Ophra Yerushalmi.
   New York City, NY; NYC
12:00 pm
Free

Park Walk | “Cross Park Promenade” Tour


You'll be amazed at what you'll see.... a hidden bench that tells time, miniature boats powered by the wind, a magnificent sculpture celebrating fresh water, and a glorious drinking fountain for the city's equine population. These are just some of the the sites along the way on this east to west walk through the park. Tour is approximately one hour long.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:30 pm
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Park Walk | Garden Walking Tour


Take a tour of the "Park for All Seasons." On the first Sunday of every month, take a walking tour of the Heather and Alpine Gardens. Discover which plants are in bloom in each of the seasons, even in the dead of winter. Learn about the gardens' history, future, and secrets from a member of the expert horticulture staff.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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City Walk | HISTORIC NEW YORK WALKING TOUR: PARK SLOPE


Learn the history of one of Brooklyn’s most famous neighborhoods and discover the beauty of Prospect Park. This walking tour will take place in both the park and the Park Slope neighborhood.
   New York City, NY; NYC
1:00 pm
Free

Concert | Joanne Shenandoah, Grammy-Winning Performer


Shenandoah is an Iroquois singer, composer and acoustic guitarist. She is a member of the Wolf Clan of the Oneida Nation, of the Haudenosaunee Six Nations Iroquois Confederacy. Her music is a combination of traditional songs and melodies with a blend of traditional and contemporary instrumentation. She has recorded more than 15 albums and won a multitude of awards, and given an Honorary Doctorate of Music by Syracuse University. She was awarded a Grammy Award for her part in the album Sacred Ground. Shows at 1pm and 3pm.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Screening | Native American Films


Featuring films by and about Native Americans. At 1pm and 3pm.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Gallery Talk | Tour of the Exhibition Collected. Ritual


Enjoy an interactive and informative tour led by a knowledgeable Museum educator. Collected. Ritual explores the performative and process-oriented aspects of making art and examines ritual as an act of special and sometimes mythical significance. The works in this exhibition were chosen for the innovative ways in which the artists engaged with ritual—including through studio art-making and artistic practices that use symbolic actions. The tour will have something for everyone: adults, families and kids of all ages are welcome!
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
Free

Opera | New York Opera Forum performs Puccini's La Boheme


A concert version of the classic story of lovestruck bohemians.
   New York City, NY; NYC
1:30 pm
Free

Concert | Student Recital - Double Reed Ensemble


A uniquely rewarding experience for music lovers - the freshness and excitement of a solo recital by a gifted young artist at one of the world's leading conservatories.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:30 pm
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Concert | Christmas in Ireland with Acclaimed Ensemble Danú


The Irish ensemble Danú returns to the United States with a glorious celebration of Christmas from their homeland. Celtic music lovers will be thrilled by Danú’s virtuoso musicians and the gorgeous vocals of Muireann Nic Amhlaoibh performing traditional songs in this high-energy holiday event that warms the heart.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Slide Lecture | John Tauranac discusses his book New York from the Air: A Story of Architecture


Updated with new images of New York as seen from above by the great aerial photographer Yann Arthus-Bertrand, the latest edition of New York from the Air (Harry Abrams, 2011) stunningly presents the city as few have ever seen it. The photographs transform even the most ordinary streets, parks, rooftops, and neighborhoods into stunning and often beautifully abstract vistas of urban geometry. Architectural historian John Tauranac, who wrote the text for the book, will share some of his favorite photographs in this illustrated lecture and reveal some of the tales behind this striking new look at New York.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Film | Phil Morrison's Junebug (2005): Meeting the In-Laws


A dealer in "outsider" art travels from Chicago to North Carolina to meet her new in-laws, challenging the equilibrium of this middle-class Southern home. 106 min.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Workshop | Open Movement - Improvisation Jam


The final event of this year's festival will be an Open Movement - Improvisation Jam. For all festival participants, and for those who have not had a chance to take classes, this Jam will be a framework for playing with time, space, movement, music, poetry, the unknown, the known. Facilitated by K.J. Holmes.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:30 pm
$5

Tour | “The Castle and its Kingdom” Tour


Take a walk around the lands dominated by the Castle, situated high on Vista Rock. Visit the tiny 55-acre realm on an eclectic tour of history and nature. Tour is approximately one hour.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:30 pm
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Concert | Chorus Tree Performance


The Chorus Tree Lighting Spectacular lights up the cobblestone streets with a musical performance by the Big Apple Chorus.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
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3:00 pm
Free

Concert | Liszt Piano Works


Pianists of NYU Steinhardt play Liszt.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
Free

Concert | My Lord Chamberlain's Consort: A Renaissance Christmas


My Lord Chamberlain’s Consort: Philip Anderson, tenor; Rosamund Morley, viol & vielle; Pat O’Brien, lute & cittern; Andy Rutherford, lute; Marcia Young, soprano & harp. My Lord Chamberlain’s Consort returns with its popular holiday program including traditional carols, noëls, and dance music from England and the Continent, arranged for voices, lute, viol, and renaissance harp. The New York Times has called the Consort “distinguished early music practitioners, excellent, thrilling, noble and expressive.”
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
$15 suggested donation...

Other | Holiday Lighting in the Park


Celebrate the season at the annual holiday and winter warm-up in the northern part of the Park. Make holiday crafts, decorate (and eat!) cookies, and take your photo with Santa (bring your own camera, please). The event will culminate with caroling and the lighting for the holiday season. Please note: strollers will not be permitted onsite during the Holiday Lighting, but a stroller check will be made available to all attendees.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
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Jazz | Parlor Jazz


Every Sunday since 1993, Marjorie Eliot has hosted a jazz performance in her living room, keeping the jazz tradition alive by featuring veteran performers and up and coming musicians.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
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Concert | Sunday Afternoon Organ Meditation


The program features the great repertoire of the Organ on the 101 rank Pipe Organ built by Herman Schlicker and the 5 stop chamber organ built by Taylor & Boody Organ Builders.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
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Concert | Works for Flute and Clarinet


Program Enno Poppe, Holz for solo clarinet Joshua Fineberg, Facets for solo clarinet/ bass clarinet Johannes Maria Staud, Black Moon for bass clarinet Helmut Lachenmann, Dal Niente for solo clarinet With: Erin Lesser, flute; and Carol McGonnell, clarinet. Hailed as a “superb flutist” by The New York Times, Erin Lesser has performed as soloist and chamber musician throughout Canada, Europe, China, Indonesia, Brazil, and the USA. She is a member of Argento Chamber Ensemble, Alarm Will Sound, Scarborough Trio, Wet Ink Ensemble and Due East, and performs regularly with Ensemble ACJW as an alumni member of The Academy. Erin is a Pearl Flute Performing Artist. Called an “an extraordinary clarinetist” by The New York Times and a "clarinet genius" by TimeOut New York, Dublin-born Carol McGonnell has performed with ensembles including the Ulster Orchestra and the National Symphony Orchestra of Ireland, the Zankel Band, Ensemble Modern and has taught at the Juilliard School's MAP program and the Fontainebleau French American Academy.
   New York City, NY; NYC
4:00 pm
$10 suggested donation

Concert | Extension Division Guitar Studio Recital, Fall 2011


This concert will feature performances by Extension Division guitarists.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:30 pm
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Concert | Faculty Recital - Barbara Stein Mallow, cello


A stellar musical event. A concert showcasing the artistry of internationally acclaimed performers and distinguished faculty members at a leading New York conservatory.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:30 pm
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Other | Annual Holiday Tree Lighting and Caroling Celebration


Followed by the lighting of the Park's giant menorah, from 6-7:00, presented by the Chabad of the Upper East Side KJ Beginners Program.
   New York City, NY; NYC
5:00 pm
Free

Concert | Bach Vespers


Program: Johann Sebastian Bach Trio Sonata, BWV 525 Nicolaus Bruhns Bass Cantata Mein Herz ist bereit Heinrich Schütz Cantata Mein Herz ist bereit With The Bach Choir and Bach Players (on period instruments). Soloists: Sarah Brailey, soprano; Joe Chappel, bass; Peter Kupfer, concertmaster; Rick Erickson, cantor.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
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Reading | Christmas Readings by Dylan Thomas and Truman Capote


Presenting Dylan Thomas: A Child's Christmas in Wales, and Truman Capote: A Christmas Memory. These two dramatic readings performed by The Players are an annual holiday tradition. Come and enjoy these stories of Christmas as seen through the eyes of a child.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
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Concert | Georges Kiss, Harpsichordist


Program to be announced.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:00 pm
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Concert | John Cantrell, Organist


Cantrell is from New York City.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:15 pm
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Concert | Vocal Chamber Music


   New York City, NY; NYC
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5:30 pm
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Performance | Comedy: 10,000 Hours


ALL work and NO play? NO WAY! 10,000 Hours is a program designed for improv students of all levels to get more practice to build their improv skills without breaking their budget. With the help of some of The PIT’s most talented faculty, staff, and House Team members volunteering their valuable time to coach, these ambitious students are ready to showcase all their hard work. Support your improv community by checking out a fun, inspiring, and FREE show full talented individuals.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
$5

Staged Reading | Play Reading: Sherlock Holmes and the Hands of Othello by Alexander Simmons


This series presents sit-down readings of new and revisited scripts, generally followed by a moderated dramaturgical discussion.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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6:00 pm
Free

Jazz | Studio Recital - Alon Albagli, guitar


A senior recital.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:00 pm
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Concert | CU Guitar Ensemble Concert


Come support CU Guitar Ensembles as they perform a variety of works from across the ages. Started in Fall 2008, the CU Guitar Ensemble is co-directed by Marco Cappelli and Arthur Kampela.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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7:00 pm
Free

Performance | Comedy: Student Driver: Indie Road


Student Driver is thrilled to be hosting this FREE, weekly show in the basement. Each week they will feature indie improv teams from all over the improv world. You might even get to see a new team have their very first show! Magic and lots of funnies are guaranteed to be made and it’s all FREE. Need they say more?
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Concert | Music Performance Program Chamber Concert


The culmination of a semester's worth of work. Come support these young musicians as they perform classic works from across the musical eras.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Concert | Chamber Music Department 2011-2012, Evening Recital 2


This concert is a chamber music recital featuring ensembles from the College Division Chamber Music Program.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
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Screening | Documentary: Alex de Verteuil & Elizabeth Topp's '70: Remembering a Revolution (2010)


How did a handful of students change the course of history in Trinidad and Tobago? Between February and April 1970, the streets of Port of Spain were filled with angry young black men and women chanting 'Power to the People.' This was the legendary Black Power revolution, which captivated the imaginations of their youthful followers and made the government of Dr. Eric Williams and the white establishment very nervous. The revolution was ended by a State of Emergency, but this in turn was threatened by a surprise mutiny among the soldiers of the Regiment. Had it succeeded (a distinct possibility) a military coup might well have ushered in a socialist revolutionary government to Trinidad and Tobago. This story is told through archival footage and photographs, members of the white business community, journalists and the revolutionaries themselves. 85 min.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 pm
$10 suggested admission

Concert | Student Recital - David Ordovskiy, flute


A uniquely rewarding experience for music lovers - the freshness and excitement of a solo recital by a gifted young artist at one of the world's leading conservatories.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:30 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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8:00 pm
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Performance | Comedy: Local News


If you like your news wacky, fast paced and all about you, then you will love The Local News. Yes, we called our show wacky. We refuse to run from the word wacky.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
$5

Jazz | CU Jazz Ensembles Concert


Come enjoy CU Jazz Ensembles as they perform combos led by Ole Mathisen and Don Sickler, with special guest Walter Thompson.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
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Concert | Faculty Recital - Shmuel Katz, viola


From the Program in String Performance.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
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Concert | Liszt Festival: Laufer & Hayley Recital


A song recital inspired by Liszt features works for soprano and piano by Liszt, Marcland, Webern, Kurtag, and Rivas.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
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Concert | Orchestral Works by Wagner, Barber and Brahms


Program: Richard Wagner - Vorspiel from Tristan und Isolde Samuel Barber - First Essay for Orchestra, Op. 12 Johannes Brahms - Symphony No. 2 in D Major, Op. 73 With the University Orchestra.
   New York City, NY; NYC
8:00 pm
Free

Performance | Comedy: The Mishmosh Pit


Improv group Ladies & Gentleman hosts a night of improv featuring themselves, 1 rotating group, and a live solo musician providing the soundtrack. After the 2 groups perform, they close the show by becoming 1 super group to unleash a Vin Diesel-style final, fast and furious set based on an event from the day of an audience member. You will leave The Mishmosh Pit with your mouth agape and your eyeballs in a sling.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:30 pm
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Performance | Comedy: Vicious Cycle


Come to the new Sunday open mic. Names are written, put in the bucket, then picked at random. Comics get 4 minutes. And the next week it happens again. It’s kinda like… a Vicious Cycle. Hosted by Molly Austin and Mike Brown.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:30 pm
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