http://www.freenyc.net/ Your Essential Guide to Free and Cheap Events in New York City Copyright 2009, Defined by Media Ventures Sat, 04 Jul 2009 09:00:00 -0500 http://www.movabletype.org/?v=3.34 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://feeds.feedburner.com/freenyc/freenyc?format=skinfreenyc/freenychttp://feedburner.google.comSubscribe with My Yahoo!Subscribe with NewsGatorSubscribe with My AOLSubscribe with BloglinesSubscribe with NetvibesSubscribe with GoogleSubscribe with Pageflakes http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/freenyc/freenyc/~3/8RBMqYZkw-k/ Fringe The world’s greatest eaters will compete at the historic Nathan’s Famous Fourth of July International Hot Dog Eating Contest in Coney Island today. Japanese eating phenom Takeru Kobayashi will attempt to regain his title against two time reigning champ, America's Joey Chestnut. At 10am the pre-game kicks of with performances, 11am is the introduction of eaters and then at 12pm the contest begins. Read More...

Digg this | Email to a friend | Reddit]]> http://www.freenyc.net/archives/2009/07/04/#007769 Sat, 04 Jul 2009 09:00:00 -0500 http://www.freenyc.net/archives/2009/07/04/#007769 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/freenyc/freenyc/~3/0fMGDF3sZ9o/ Get ready for a day of wild fun and discoveries in the Gowanus as littlefield declares independence from the 4th of July boredom. Expect prizes, bbq, djs, free booze and a super festive good time at this combo scavenger hunt and party. Hunt starts at 2pm and party lasts all night. Click here to get on the hunt list. Read More...

Digg this | Email to a friend | Reddit]]> http://www.freenyc.net/archives/2009/07/04/#009327 Sat, 04 Jul 2009 09:00:00 -0500 http://www.freenyc.net/archives/2009/07/04/#009327 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/freenyc/freenyc/~3/yAO3vsMKKoM/ DJ Cousin Cole and Benny B celebrate America today with their Thighs High BBQ. Think tasty BBQ in the Huckleberry back yard (not free), some free Jim Beam starting at 4 and, of course, beats from the boys. 21+ Read More...

Digg this | Email to a friend | Reddit]]> http://www.freenyc.net/archives/2009/07/04/#009326 Sat, 04 Jul 2009 09:00:00 -0500 http://www.freenyc.net/archives/2009/07/04/#009326 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/freenyc/freenyc/~3/rTtyowkKL98/ Art "In a collaborative effort with New York City public school children, Kylin O'Brien is painting giant monsters around the city. This summer, in conjunction with a solo show at the Open Source Gallery (reception: July 4th) and thanks to a Regrant from the Brooklyn Arts Council in association with the Greater New York Arts Development Fund of the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, more monsters will crawl out from under the beds of city kids and onto the streets of Brooklyn." Celebrate local children's art with food, crafts, music, fun, and free drinks. More info on the Monster Project here. Read More...

Digg this | Email to a friend | Reddit]]> http://www.freenyc.net/archives/2009/07/04/#009319 Sat, 04 Jul 2009 09:00:00 -0500 http://www.freenyc.net/archives/2009/07/04/#009319 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/freenyc/freenyc/~3/LYbgScPf06Y/ Comedy "Going Steady is a weekly stand-up comedy show made for Williamsburg. Hosted by three smart, up-and-coming comics (Zachary Sims, Alex Grubard, Zach Broussard), Going Steady features the hottest and smartest talent in New York City. Expect a relaxed and fun atmosphere, which shouldn't be hard since all drinks are 2-for-1 during the show. Starting at 8 pm every Saturday night, Going Steady is the perfect kick-off to a fun night in one of Brooklyn's top neighborhoods." 21+ Read More...

Digg this | Email to a friend | Reddit]]> http://www.freenyc.net/archives/2009/07/04/#009323 Sat, 04 Jul 2009 09:00:00 -0500 http://www.freenyc.net/archives/2009/07/04/#009323 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/freenyc/freenyc/~3/X33LXJ6QZXU/ Family Friendly It's long standing FreeNYC tradition to spend July 4th surrounded in beer cans and BBQ down at the Jersey shore. This year however we're keeping the boozing local in order to get a glimpse of the infamous Macy's Independence Day fireworks. This year's stripped down show sets off on the Hudson River - much to our Brooklyn lovin' dismay - between 24th to 57th Streets. Click here for official details and viewing locations. Read More...

Digg this | Email to a friend | Reddit]]> http://www.freenyc.net/archives/2009/07/04/#006084 Sat, 04 Jul 2009 09:00:00 -0500 http://www.freenyc.net/archives/2009/07/04/#006084 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/freenyc/freenyc/~3/KO95eEfOAes/ DJ "Brooklyn Underground Sounds United! 4 DJ's sharing the decks to bring the rhythms to you! After the fireworks, the real show... DJ's DRM (Bastard Jazz), Nappy G (TurntablesOnTheHudson/Bagpak), Concerned (SoulSearching) and Shepdog (NiceUp!/U.K.) Spinning Breaks, Beats, Afro, Latin, Hiphop, Mashups, Electro. Reggae, Classics and more... good ol'-fashioned party music!" Read More...

Digg this | Email to a friend | Reddit]]> http://www.freenyc.net/archives/2009/07/04/#009318 Sat, 04 Jul 2009 09:00:00 -0500 http://www.freenyc.net/archives/2009/07/04/#009318 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/freenyc/freenyc/~3/txFz_brZADY/ Music This is an outdoor community event for all ages that begins late Saturday night (technically Sunday morning) and features performances from all of the following: Ninjasonik, Airborn Audio(ninjatune), Maluca(mad decent), Os Crunc Tesla Vampirekiller Arc (ekler'o'shock/tigerbeat6), Follower feat. Bunny Rabbit, No Surrender, dj Empress, Fisheye,dj Duane, The Baddys, Shock Cinema, Rosetta Stoned, dj Jedi, Rig1, Le Le, Omega Moon, dj Gravy, Anton Glamb, Bridget Barkan, K-Swift, Tigga Calore, Ryan Sawyer, Leif, Zack Shadetek (Warp), Spazecrafte, Mindbender, Kiryl Olos, Philistine, Moto, Cobra Attack, Zone 3, Monica Sharp, Lodeck, dj Teenwolf, Devang Shah, NARA, Plasticity feat. Windy Hill Mill, Ver6, Oddfellow, Swiss Knights, Forest City Band, Mr. Baby, Mr. Andersonic, Graffiti Monsters, First City and DJ Otomi. Read More...

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