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| Posted: 12 Jul 2009 07:00 AM PDT  The heart of the revitalized Meatpacking District will erupt with a unique celebration perfectly suited to mark the opening of New York City's newest and most innovative green space – the High Line – during the Target High Line Street Festival this afternoon. This free festival will feature internationally acclaimed artists, inflatable sculptures, cowboys, story-tellers and performances byThe Hungry Marching Band, Zon Del Barrio, and Michael Aranella and his Dreamland Orchestra bands (some on a roof-top stage). An exciting array of hands-on activities including a special Target "Hi from the High Line!" photo experience, along with the World's Largest Lemonade Stand and a special Youth Green Market showcasing the healthiest and tastiest foods, along with corn roasting and cider making workshops from local providers add even more fun to the day's activities. Internationally-acclaimed balloon artist Jason Hackenwerth will be on hand working on a large public balloon sculpture of flowers and giant insects, and Peter Brown, author of the Curious Garden, will do a reading from his children's book inspired by the High Line. All Ages. Read More...Digg this | Email to a friend | Reddit |
| Posted: 12 Jul 2009 07:00 AM PDT  "Hot Pot Brooklyn presents 7 Sundays, a multiform art and performance benefit series at Littlefield in Gowanus, Brooklyn. For seven Sundays beginning July 12 through August 23, the series will host a diverse mix of art, music and performance. Live musical talent includes Erin & Her Cello, The Woes, DJ Frenetik and sitar-stylist Dawoud. 7 Sundays will also feature local DJs, fashion shows, photography, short films, Nintendo Wii battles, an 'Art-Of'" timed competition for new media artists, and performance art ranging from dirty balloon sculptures and Capoeira to stand-up comedy by Scout Durwood of Mighty Little Productions." More details after the jump. Read More...Digg this | Email to a friend | Reddit |
| Posted: 12 Jul 2009 07:00 AM PDT  "Cine-Brunch at (Le) Poisson Rouge is a new take on the summer movie season - a free afternoon screening of art-house cinema classics... Cine-Brunch offers an alternative to the summer blockbuster: refined entertainment in a cool, comfortable environment where viewers can enjoy brunch or LPR's regular menu of tapas while taking in classic cinema and sipping a cocktail. And best of all, it's free!" Today's film is The 400 Blows. The screening is free but you're brunch and cocktails are not. Read More...Digg this | Email to a friend | Reddit |
| Posted: 12 Jul 2009 07:00 AM PDT  Plant music brings their big name jocks to this Sunday afternoon penthouse jam. Catch sets by Stretch Armstrong, Eli Escobar, Dominique and Kap10kurk while you rub elbows with some fancy folks. (PS. The penthouse has some sweet views of the city... may be a nice hangover cure but expect pricey drinks.) 21+ Read More...Digg this | Email to a friend | Reddit |
| Posted: 12 Jul 2009 07:00 AM PDT  Ian The Chelsea Brewery Ambassador gives free tours of Manhattan's only active brewery this afternoon. Tours are on the hour (sign up at the host desk, max 40 people per tour) and be sure to bring your ID for some free samples. Tour participants also receive $4 discount beer tickets so you can sip suds while discussing the wonders of yeast afterwards. 21+ Read More...Digg this | Email to a friend | Reddit |
| Columbia Summer Winds @ Washington Square Park Posted: 12 Jul 2009 07:00 AM PDT  The Columbia Summer Winds is a New York City community wind band that strives to play the finest literature available, from orchestra transcriptions to classic Sousa marches; from Broadway show tunes to the most current movie soundtracks. The organization was founded in 2002 as a summer accompaniment to the Columbia University Wind Ensemble and is under the direction of Andy Pease. More information can be found at www.columbiasummerwinds.org. The 2009 season will include performances of music by composers such as George Gershwin, Percy Grainger, Richard Rogers, John Philip Sousa, and many others. Concerts are outdoors and weather permitting." Read More...Digg this | Email to a friend | Reddit |
| Posted: 12 Jul 2009 07:00 AM PDT  Lance Robertson, AKA DJ Lance Rock, is a Los Angeles-based musician, DJ, and actor also known for his role on the award-winning Nick Jr. show Yo Gabba Gabba!. Originally from St. Louis, Robertson was the vocalist for a local electronic band throughout the 1990's. Later Robertson relocated and formed the indie rock band The Raymakers. While working on building their name, Robertson met Scottie Schultz of the Orange County indie pop band Majestic, and they eventually played a couple of shows together. Years later, when Schultz was co-creating the show Yo Gabba Gabba!, he asked Lance to serve as host, which he graciously accepted. This summer, DJ Lance Rock will bring his kid-friendly DJ sets to Central Park SummerStage and will be joined by fellow Yo Gabba Gabba! character Brobee. Read More...Digg this | Email to a friend | Reddit |
| Posted: 12 Jul 2009 07:00 AM PDT  Moviehouse kicks off its new season with two silly sexy sketch comedies. First the sketch team behind Titsburg will teach you everything they know about banging your roommate, avoiding STDs, and gummy bears. Then you're invited to take a behind the scenes look at the man who brought you such phrases as Shake Well Before Opening and Do Not Swallow. And of course there will be tasty treats and a talk with the filmmakers to follow the screening. Read More...Digg this | Email to a friend | Reddit |
| Posted: 12 Jul 2009 07:00 AM PDT  Sunday Night Stand-Up showcases some of NYC's freshest comedians rising through the scene, including those featured on Comedy Central, MTV, The Onion, VH-1, Conan O'Brien, etc. Check below for this week's line-up 21+ Read More...Digg this | Email to a friend | Reddit |
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