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Waltz-Astoria Café presents Astoria's own Mickey Z performing "Myth America: War, Elections and Our Way of Life" (a k a "stand-up tragedy"). Come join the author of books like The Seven Deadly Spins, 50 American Revolutions You're Not Supposed to Know, and the brand new novel, CPR for Dummies to discuss the anti-war movement, the 2008 election, the state of activism in America, cell phones, gorillas, Gwen Stefani, and much more. Special musical guest: Valerie Turner (another Astoria native). 23-14 Ditmars Blvd. N/W train to Ditmars Blvd.; directions online.
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