2006 Is Totally The Future

Dorkbot is "a monthly meeting of artists sound/image/movement/whatever), designers, engineers, students and other interested parties from the new york area who are involved in the creation of electronic art (in the broadest sense of the term.)" And today's topic of conversation is Mikey Sklar: Chipped. Basically to sum it up, this dude, Mikey Sklar, will explain the process he used to install a RFID tag in his hand. He will discuss why he did this, the necessary materials, different tag options, and what people have been doing with these tag implants. 2006 is totally the future.

Date: Wednesday, December 4th
Time: 7:00pm
Location: 26 Greene Street, SoHo
Cost: Free

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21st Century Buddhism

My relationship with religion is ever-changing and a little volitile. But one thing I know for sure is there is a ton to be learned on the subject and important concepts to be taken away from each. The Interdependence Project is working on educating the public on issues relvant to Buddism and meditation in the 21st century. "Unfortunately, the Buddha never taught a sutra called 'How to Practice Compassion in The Age of Multinational Capitalism.' No ancient Indian meditator tried to be mindful while sending a text message. No nun in a Tibetan monastery had to learn loving-kindness while being bombarded 24/7 by ads constructed to undermine her self-esteem." If these are things you ponder about as well, you may want to check out their lecture tonight.

Date: Wednesday, January 4th
Time: 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Location: Lila Yoga and Dharma Center, 302 Bowery Buzzer #2
Cost: Free

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Rarefied

Here's a weekly party dedicated to the unearthing of rare musical treats (think soul, funk, etc.) Of course, their online radio is not working out for me so I can't give you any more info. If anyone heads down, drop me a line and let me know what you think.

Date: Wednesday, January 4th
Time: 8:00pm - 1:00am
Location: Sutra Lounge (16 1st ave between 1st and 2nd streets)
Cost: Free

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Sten Hostfalt, Solo Microtonal Guitar

Continuing the mind expanding events for the day, Sten Hostfalt will perform microtonal guitar sonorities tonight. Hostfalt's octave consists of 72 pitch bending tones derived from the theories of Joe Maneri (who, for all you hippies out there, also tought John Medeski), these sounds are, at times, hard on my ears but I find their academic value is limitless. Check it out youself to be the judge. (audio samples here)

Date: Wednesday, January 4th
Time: 9:00pm - 10:00pm
Location: Lucky Cat (245 Grand St. between Roebling & Driggs, Williamsburg)
Cost: Free

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New Year, New Bang

Bang! is back in the new year with a change of venue to the more apropriate Beauty Bar. Now my Williamsburg ass has no reason not to hop the L for a little midweek action. Expect the same sweaty good time fueled by $2 Svedka cocktails and music from Josh Madden. Will I ever get to rest from New Year's?

Date: Wednesday, January 4th
Time: 10:00pm
Location: Beauty Bar (231 East 14th Street at 3rd Ave)
Cost: Free

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Calling all kids...

Check out the first night of this New York/London party collaboration.

Date: Wednesday, January 4th
Time: 10:00pm
Location: Sapphire Lounge, 249 Eldridge Street
Cost: Free

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