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Reading Dostoevsky's The Idiot with Liza Knapp

92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY

In writing The Idiot,a novel dear to his own heart, Dostoevsky set about to depict a truly good man. As he asks whether goodness can survive in the world and/or a novel, Dostoevsky also addresses traditional assumptions about marriage, family life, the “woman question,” Russian identity, health, sickness, love and death. To celebrate the 150th anniversary of The Idiot (finished in 1869), we take a new look.

(1061) All levels 18 and older
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$400

4 sessions

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Weekly Meditation Membership Program

Love & Compassion Soul Oasis Center @ 124 E 40th St, New York, NY

The third series of our Meditation Program is to further focus on inner quest and deeper meditation. This program will help students to remain on the path of light, love, and compassion. Students will learn higher skills and gain the ability to listen to their inner voice, strengthen their intuition and gain guidance from the Universe. Goals: Increase light, diminish darkness Strengthening energy Learn how to strengthen the third eye capability...

(9) Intermediate 18 and older
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$60

2 sessions

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Cramming for the Midterms

Caveat @ 21-A Clinton St, New York, NY

The science behind why our politics got so insane (and what we can do about it) This is a series about the fundamental principles of social and political life. If you’re looking for a rundown of “he-said,” “she-said” analyses, or a bunch of talking heads talking past each other on today’s top issues, you’re in the wrong place. Instead, we share some of the deepest social science findings behind how everything got so fucked. You’ll...

(25) All levels 21 and older
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Unteachables: NYC’s Funniest Comedians

Caveat @ 21-A Clinton St, New York, NY

Unteachables: Academia’s Best Teachers Face NYC’s Funniest Comedians Matthew Starr and Monique Moses assemble a class of your favorite stand up comedians to get schooled by an amazing teacher/expert. Think there’s no such thing as a stupid question? Just you wait. Hosts: Matthew Starr is a comedian who has been featured on Above Average, CollegeHumor, and AV Club. He is very excited to be hosting this show at Caveat! Monique Moses is...

(25) All levels 21 and older
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The Art of Seer's: Feather Auric Reading & Diagnostics

Shamanic Fire Reiki @ 56 West 45th St, New York, NY

Our ancestors used many systems to do intuitive readings by reading from tea leaf to crystal sphere. Every month I will be teaching a series of intuitive ways to read, consisting from different methods and tools, such as working with eggs, crystal spheres (obsidian & clear quartz), water gazing, crystal grids, rocks and feathers.   Join us this month to learn how to work with feathers for diagnostic and  Feather Scanning to balance...

(5) All levels 18 and older
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Summer Ayni Despacho: Balancing Your Heart Fire

Shamanic Fire Reiki @ 56 West 45th St, New York, NY

Summer is the time of growth for all beings and is considered the season of Fire.  Ancient Chinese shamans also noted that Summer was the season of the Heart. Just as the Sun brings heat and growth, it can also cause drought if it's not balanced with rain.  So, too, when fire is out of balance, it can destroy.   At the Summer Solstice, we will look to balance our Heart's Fire by creating individual Ayni Despachos and...

(5) All levels 18 and older
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It's Complicated: How the U.S. Shaped the Middle East

Caveat @ 21-A Clinton St, New York, NY

Middle Eastern politics can make your head spin. Fear not, we’ve made a comedy show to dive in to the most complicated stories of the region, and break down the West’s role in it all. Caveat’s senior Iranian comedian Mehdi Barakchian and writer Kylie Holloway will answer your biggest questions about the Middle East- why the U.S. is still hanging out with Saudi Arabia, why Iran is so mad at America, and what the hell is an Aleppo, and is it...

(25) All levels 21 and older
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The Science of Monsters

Caveat @ 21-A Clinton St, New York, NY

Based on their book, The Science of Monsters, Kelly Florence and Meg Hafdahl will explore the science behind horror movies’ most iconic villains. Join Kelly and Meg as they unravel the medical mysteries and scientific marvels that inspired the creation of famous monsters like Freddy Kruger, Norman Bates, and many more. This event is mixed seated and standing room. Seats are first-come, first-served.

(25) All levels 21 and older
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Masters of Social Gastronomy: Buffets and IPAs

Caveat @ 21-A Clinton St, New York, NY

Masters of Social Gastronomy: Buffets and IPAs: Spring Breakin' with MSG This month, MSG takes to the high seas to explore the culinary world of drunken sailors, seventeenth-century pirates, and the modern-day cruise ships that rule the waves. Long before those floating pleasure palaces, a sailor's life was equal parts scurvy, rum and twice-baked biscuits. Along with examining a pirate's pantry we'll be trumpeting the salty secrets of maritime alcohol:...

(25) All levels 21 and older
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Masters of Social Gastronomy

Caveat @ 21-A Clinton St, New York, NY

Masters of Social Gastronomy It's State Fair Season, so let's explore the barrage of fried foods at your disposal this summer. Sarah will look at a world history of fried foods, seeking out the first examples of these crispy delights. Then she'll expose the story of churros and their path from medieval Europe to Mexican treat to All-American favorite. Soma will tackle the science behind deep-frying, and uncover why that big pot of oil beats out...

(25) All levels 21 and older
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Kracking Up: A Crazy Night of Mental Health Comedy

Caveat @ 21-A Clinton St, New York, NY

Kracking Up | A Crazy Night of Mental Health Comedy brings humor to a subject we don’t often laugh about. Get ready for New York comedians to Krack jokes and destroy stigma while doing so.

(25) All levels 21 and older
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$18.80
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Chekhov's Gum Presents: Crap Ballet

Caveat @ 21-A Clinton St, New York, NY

Justin Silver may not look like a dancer, but he’ll pirouette into your heart and peer into your pocketbook in this Fringe preview! When a sleazy venture capitalist gets his hands on a failing ballet theater in New Mexico, his plans to bring it back from bankruptcy stop short when he comes to a terrible realization: he knows absolutely nothing about dance. With no cast, a staff of idiots, and a body past its prime, he sets out to become the world’s...

(25) All levels 21 and older
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$24.05
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Secrets to Starting Conversations Workshop

Craft of Charisma @ 520 8th Ave, New York, NY

Have you ever seen a person that you wanted to approach, but didn't know what to say?   This class is perfect for anyone who is serious about improving their social or dating life. In this class, our instructor will cover exercises that will teach you how to: Communicate confidence Know what to say Approach people who are alone Start conversations with groups

(16) All levels 21 and older
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Full-day public speaking class

Public Speaking NYC @ 520 8th Ave, New York, NY

Conquer your fear of public speaking and unleash your charisma in front of any audience. Join Herman Otten's immersive workshop and learn how to deliver powerful and inspiring speeches effortlessly. Feel confident, elevate your social interactions, and become a captivating communicator.

(1) All levels 16 and older
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$497
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5 Course Hands-On All Organic Cooking Class

Nourish the Soul @ 306 W 51st St, New York, NY

Unleash your inner energy and transcend through the power of all organic cooking paired with holistic healing practices in this immersive culinary experience. Elevate your senses and nourish your soul as you learn to create seasonally plant-based dishes that will harmonize your chakras and ignite your taste buds.

All levels 18 and older
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$125
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Vedantic View of Western Philosophy

Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Center @ 243 W 24th St, New York, NY

Explore the nature of reality and the relationship between the individual and the world from both Eastern and Western perspectives, based on Swami Sivananda’s book Essays in Philosophy.

(4) All levels 18 and older
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Methods In Dance/Movement Therapy I

92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY

Learn the principles of dance therapy through movement experience. This course includes lectures, discussion, movement improvisation, individual and group movement experiences of dance therapy methods and structures, and leadership experiences. *Course is fully approved by the ADTA for Alternate Route credit for R-DMT training. All Dance Therapy courses are eligible for CE hours.

(1061) Beginner 18 and older
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$550

15 sessions

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Arguably, Some of the Best Books of the 20th Century

92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY

The operative word here is “arguably.” Read the books, discuss their meaning, their message, and of course, argue their merits (or demerits). Please read The Adventures of Augie March by Saul Bellow for the first meeting. Books include In Cold Blood by Truman Capote, Crossing to Safety by Wallace Stegner, Howard's End by E.M. Forster and The Wide Sargasso by Jean Rhys.

(1061) All levels 18 and older
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$750

3 sessions

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Aristotle: Philosophy, Ethics, and the Order of Nature

Brooklyn Institute for Social Research @ 68 Jay St, Brooklyn, NY

Introduction to Aristotle: Philosophy, Ethics, and the Order of Nature For much of Western history, Aristotle was known simply as “the philosopher.” Systematic and extraordinarily wide-ranging, Aristotle’s thought encompasses everything from metaphysics to politics to psychology to logic to poetic tragedy—and even plant biology. A student of Plato, Aristotle originated a philosophy very different in orientation from Platonic idealism, one...

(29) Beginner 21 and older
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$315

4 sessions

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Perfect Strokes

92nd Street Y @ 1395 Lexington Ave, New York, NY

Improve your conditioning and stroke techniques for freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly. Ideal for any lap swimmer with basic knowledge of all four strokes. No makeups. PROOF OF COVID-19 VACCINATION IS REQUIRED for all adults and children ages 5+

(1061) All levels 18 and older
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$600

20 sessions

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