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Are you looking for free things to do in New York City (NYC) on November 19, 2011?

51 free events take place on Saturday, November 19 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 November 19 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 November . 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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51 free things to do in New York City (NYC) on Saturday, November 19, 2011

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Other | Ice Skating in the Heart of the City


Manhattan's first and only free-admission ice skating rink. Back for it's seventh season, it is one of NYC's most treasured winter destinations. Whether you enjoy a day of family skating, share a romantic evening spinning under the stars, celebrate the holidays at a company bash, or join us for the many special events and ice activities this season, ice skating truly offers a bit of magic for everyone. Bring your own skates and you can rent a pair.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 am
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Workshop | Fitness Walking Program


Hour-long classes with a 10-minute warm up, 30 minute fitness walk, and 20 minutes of strengthening, stretching, and cool-down.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:30 am
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Tour | Jersey-Hudson River Walk (Part 2)


Spectacular views of the Big Apple, from a different perspective. Join this 14+ mile medium-paced walk. Walk across the George Washington Bridge, spiral south along the Palisades and New Jersey shore. Pass through Historic Hoboken, and finally end at the new pier near Jersey City. Please bring plenty of water, food, and/or lunch for this visually stunning, 7+ hour mini-saunter. Return to Manhattan by PATH. Rain, snow or ice cancels.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:15 am
$3 plus train...

Workshop | Health and Race Walking Clinic


Moderate to brisk walks led by the NY Walkers Club for people 18 years and older of all abilities. This low-impact fitness program is perfect for those who want to get in shape, build muscle tone and strength, and increase cardiovascular health while enjoying the Park’s beautiful landscapes.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:30 am
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Conference | In the Tracks of Memory


9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.: Archaeology of Memory; Archaeology of Death, Chair: Stéphane Grimaldi, Director, Mémorial de Caen, Father Patrick Desbois, Yahad-In Unum; Mark Schaming, NY State Museum; Francesc Torres; Brigitte Sion 2:00 – 5:00 p.m.: Diplomacy, Memory, and the State: A Roundtable Discussion, Chair: Clifford Chanin, Antonin Baudry, Cultural Counselor, French Embassy; Inigo Ramirez de Haro, Cultural Counselor, Spanish Embassy; Others to be announced Concluding Remarks: Carol Gluck, Columbia University
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:30 am
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Hike | Three Lakes in Queens Hike


6 miles, moderate pace. Forest Hills to Flushing- with three lakes- through Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Queens Botanical Garden, Kissena Corridor and Kissena Park. Optional dim sum meal @ $10-$12 at end. Bring snack, water.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:45 am
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Book Discussion | Book Club: The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloot


Her name was Henrietta Lacks, but scientists know her as HeLa. She was a poor Southern tobacco farmer who worked the same land as her slave ancestors, yet her cells—taken without her knowledge—became one of the most important tools in medicine. The first “immortal” human cells grown in culture, they are still alive today, though she has been dead for more than sixty years. If you could pile all HeLa cells ever grown onto a scale, they’d weigh more than 50 million metric tons—as much as a hundred Empire State Buildings. HeLa cells were vital for developing the polio vaccine; uncovered secrets of cancer, viruses, and the atom bomb’s effects; helped lead to important advances like in vitro fertilization, cloning, and gene mapping; and have been bought and sold by the billions. Yet Henrietta Lacks remains virtually unknown, buried in an unmarked grave.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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10:30 am
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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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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 | Harlem Stitches and Yarn Knitting and Crochet Group


Come join us for a morning filled with Knitting and Crocheting! Beginners and Experienced Knitters and Crotcheteers welcomed! Please bring your own supplies/project ( light colored worsted yarn) and size 7 or 8 needles for knitters and g or h hook for crotcheters.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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11:00 am
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Fair | Street Fair


   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Talk | The First Bull Run Campaign 1861


A look at how this first major effort of the Civil War could have ended the conflict at the very beginning in 1861.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Workshop | Zumba with Miriam


Zumba is a mixture of merengue, salsa, cha-cha, cumbia, and reggaeton with exercise, conducted by Miriam. Zumba provides an effective total workout where you can lose body fat, gain muscle, improve posture, alignment and balance and feel more energetic. Participants should wear loose clothing or shorts and sneakers. Miriam is a Zumba certified instructor, AFFA group class instructor and ISSA personal trainer.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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11:00 am
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Book Signing | Olga Horvat signs copies of her book Paranormal Pooch


Paranormal Pooch is an eye-opening story about one family’s four-month sojourn into the dark and unknown side of the canine world.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Concert | Pre-College Student Recitals


12pm - Cherie Hu, piano 2pm - Chamber Music 3pm - Rui Yang, piano 5pm - Tiffany Poon, piano
   New York City, NY; NYC
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12:00 pm
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Video | Video: Nicoline van Harskamp's Any Other Business - A Scripted Conference


Any Other Business is a fully scripted conference recorded for a live audience in an Amsterdam convention center. In each of its nine meetings, based on original political debates and speeches, a productive type of miscommunication occurs.
   New York City, NY; NYC
12:00 pm
Free

Tour | “A Road Once Traveled” Tour


Holding the Park's northern highlands was key in the American Revolution and the War of 1812 because armies could see their enemies approach as they sailed down the East River. History buffs will love this tour.
   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

Dance Performance | Dance: Sorry I Missed Your Show!


Sorry I Missed Your Show! presents a special three-artist marathon. Featured choreographers include Kimberly Bartosik, Jill Sigman, and RoseAnne Spradlin.
   New York City, NY; NYC
1:00 pm
Free

Gallery Talk | Guided Tour of the Exhibition Infinity of Nations


A Museum Ambassador provides a 45-minute free guided tour through the permanent exhibition.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Screening | Native American Films


Featuring The Gift and Hanondagonyes "Town Destroyer". At 1pm and 3pm.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Concert | Prep Division: Concerto Competition Final Round


Young musicians compete for the opportunity to perform wtih a full orchestra.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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1:00 pm
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Performance | 3 One-Act Dramadies


Jill Melanie Wirth (actress, singer, writer) performs three one-person-one-act "dramedies:" Indian Love Call, This is for You Daisy Ellington, and Robeson at Peekskill. In Indian Love Call, Dr. I.M. White attempts the assimilation of a pre-Columbian Native American into modern society. In This is for You Daisy Ellington a woman summons and communicates with the spirit of Duke Ellington's mother, Daisy Ellington, who greatly influenced his life and music. In Robeson At Peekskill, a woman recounts, through text and song, the importance of Paul Robeson to her mother, and details the tragic events that occurred at Robeson's Peekskill concert in 1949.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Workshop | Hand-Made Crafternoon


Join crafty librarian Jessica Pigza of the Rare Book Division and Crafternoon author Maura Madden for a free DIY day at the Library. They'll be joined by Bust Magazine founders Debbie Stoller and Laurie Henzel, whose newly published Bust DIY Guide to Life offers dozens of DIY projects to keep you busy. Over the years Bust has become a true leader of the DIY pack, hosting Craftaculars, running regular features on craft in each issue, and generally encouraging readers to do-it-outselves when it comes to creating our lives, expressing ourselves, and making or remaking our world.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Screening | Holiday Screenings of Native American Films


Featuring Return of the Buffalo and Bounty of the River’s Edge.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Performance | One-Woman Show: Dorothy Leeds' Good Lessons from Bad Women


As Good Lessons from Bad Women begins, it reveals the many sides of Dorothy: stuck between Eleanor Roosevelt as the embodiment of virtue, and the delicious controversies in the lives of five other women: Mae West, Anne Bonney, Eve, Emperor Wu Chau, Elizabeth Freeman, and Mrs. "Machine Gun" Kelly, who became famous (or infamous) for coloring outside the lines. They are unique and often comic portraits of real women that eventually become facets of one woman’s wish to live a spirited life. Dorothy Leeds is a member of the Actors’ Equity Association, AFTRA, and the Dramatists Guild whose credits include the first National Tour of Stop the World I Want to Get Off. Ms.Leeds has performed and presented at various venues from The Smoot Theatre, Ruth Eckerd Hall, Levy Performing Arts Center, and at many Nassau County Libraries. She is also a keynote speaker and the author of The 7 Powers of Questions, PowerSpeak,and Marketing Yourself. Ms. Leeds is a former film critic for MSNBC and makes weekly broadcast appearances on KCMN Colorado.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Workshop | Tae Kwon Do Workshop


Teaches the fundamentals of disipline, balance, health and wellness.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Tour | Union Square: Crossroads of New York


The tour explores the social and political history of the Union Square neighborhood through discussions of the people, history, architecture, and forces that have shaped this community. You’ll hear how Union Square got its name, see where the legendary Tiffany & Co. once stood, and learn how to read the clock (yes, it’s a clock!) on “The Metronome” sculpture and so much more!
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:00 pm
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Concert | Beowulf Consort Concert


Chamber music concert featuring Hanne Ladefoged-Dollase, mezzo-soprano; Frank Foerster, viola; José Luis Rodriguez, harp; Lawrence Zoernig, cello; and Nelson Padgett, piano.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:30 pm
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Workshop | MS Word 1 Workshop


Hands on using wireless laptops. Learn the basic features of Microsoft Word 2003, a word processing program you can use to create documents. Topics include entering and editing text, saving files, and formatting.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:30 pm
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Park Walk | “Exploring Hallett and the Pond” Tour


Take a break to enjoy the Park on this one hour walk through the Park's smallest woodland area. Learn its history, enjoy its peacefulness, and discover the mystery behind the waterfall. Note: Due to limited space, the first 20 people to sign in at the beginning of the tour will be able to participate!
   New York City, NY; NYC
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2:30 pm
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Workshop | Budgeting for the Holidays


Do you dread the holiday season? Never fear, they have some holiday saving tips that may reduce your holiday stress. This program helps participants plan ahead and budget for holiday expenses. Bring the joy back into the holiday season.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
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Concert | Concert on Water


The concert is at the coolest classical music concerts location in New York City. Program and musicians TBA.
   New York City, NY; NYC
3:00 pm
Free

Concert | New Student Cabaret


From the Program in Vocal Performance.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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3:00 pm
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Film | David Pinillos' Bon Appétit (2010): Something's Cooking


A romantic comedy centered on two young cooks and a female sommelier working in a famous Zurich luxury restaurant.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
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Concert | Emeline Michel, Haitian Singer/Songwriter


Haitian singer-songwriter Emeline Michel is an ambassador of the Caribbean contemporary music scene. Emeline Michel has emerged as the new goddess of Creole music. Her songs merge native Haitian musical styles of compas and rara with jazz and pop. Complex, intertwined percussion rhythms support her original lyrics, which she peppers with traditional proverbs and uplifting messages. Emeline sings in French and Haitian Creole as she fills the room with vibrant color and warm energy.
   New York City, NY; NYC
4:00 pm
Free

Concert | Saturday 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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Jazz | Student Recital: Sarah Charles, voice


Charles leads a band in the performance of her senior recital.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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4:00 pm
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Reading | Speak Up! Voices from the Movement


María Morales hosts an evening of fresh faces and contemporary voices in today's spoken word movement. Def Poetry's Anthony Morales features alongside Nancy-Arroyo Ruffin, Jennifer "Skye" Cabrera and Maegan Ortiz.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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6:30 pm
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Author Reading | Hal Foster discusses his books The First Pop Age and The Art-Architecture Complex


Who branded painting in the Pop age more brazenly than Richard Hamilton, Roy Lichtenstein, Andy Warhol, Gerhard Richter, and Ed Ruscha? And who probed the Pop revolution in image and identity more intensely than they? In The First Pop Age, leading critic and historian Hal Foster presents an exciting new interpretation of Pop art through the work of these Pop Five. Beautifully illustrated in color throughout, the book reveals how these seminal artists hold on to old forms of art while drawing on new subjects of media; how they strike an ambiguous attitude toward both high art and mass culture; and how they suggest that a heightened confusion between images and people is definitive of Pop culture at large. In The Art—Architecture Complex, Hal Foster argues that a fusion of architecture and art is a defining feature of contemporary culture. Foster tackles the fusion of architecture and art that has increasingly come to dominate both fields as the new ‘global style,’ which, more than any art, conveys the look of modernity today, both its dreams and its delusions. Foster demonstrates that “the art-architecture complex” is a key indicator of broader social and economic trajectories and in urgent need of analysis and debate.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Concert | Prep Division: Cello Students of Käthe Jarka


The Prep Division's young musicians perform a wide variety of repertoire.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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Concert | Prep Division: Piano Students of Elena Leonova


The Prep Division's young musicians perform a wide variety of repertoire.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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7:00 pm
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Concert | New Student Cabaret


From the Program in Vocal Performance.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:00 pm
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Concert | An Evening of Georgian Music


With David Aladashvili and Friends.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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8:30 pm
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Other | Athi-Patra Ruga's “Ilulwane,” a Synchronized-Swimming Event


A synchronized-swimming performance inspired by Alvin Baltrop’s 1970s and 80s photographs. It reflects on the passage of time in both New York and in the artist’s own Xhosa culture, drawing on themes of initiation ceremonies and the AIDS crisis.
   New York City, NY; NYC
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9:00 pm
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9:00 pm
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Concert | Heston, Soul/Funk Singer


Soul, funk, and a little disco, become one in the music of Heston, an artist “so skilled, smooth and versatile that it’s hard to believe…he’s not a household name” (SoulTracks). A sensation of the Atlanta underground, Heston comes with selections from his recent release, Warm Human, Cold World.
   New York City, NY; NYC
9:30 pm
No cover
9:30 pm
Free
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