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5 events worth checking out in New York City this week

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Published on March 13, 2019
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There's a little something for everyone coming up on the events calendar this week. From comedy for a cause to some funk-filled performances, here's a lineup of options to help you get social around town.

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Comedy Without Borders at Caveat

This Thursday, enjoy a night of comedy in support of the New York Immigration Coalition. Comedy Without Borders, which features comedians from around the world, aims to offer a dose of humor and resistance while supporting the local immigrant community.

When: Thursday, March 14, 6-8:20 p.m.
Where: Caveat, 21 A Clinton St.
Admission: $45-$60
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Murder Mystery Game at Mount Vernon Hotel Museum & Garden

Summon your inner sleuth to figure out who was killed and who did the killing at the Mount Vernon Hotel Museum. Players will explore the museum by candlelight and collect paper clues in each room to piece it all together. Once the mystery is solved, all will be treated to wine and cheese.

When: Friday, March 15, 7:30-9:30 p.m.
Where: Mount Vernon Hotel Museum & Garden, 421 E. 61st St.
Admission: $35
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Ghost-Note at (Le) Poisson Rouge

On Saturday, Ghost Note performs at (Le) Poisson Rouge. The funk band is led by two Grammy-winning percussion duo, Robert 'Sput' Searight and Nate Werth, and has been known to deliver an "explosion of sound" that melds influences from funk, hip-hop and jazz.

When: Saturday, March 16, 6:30-10 p.m.
Where: (Le) Poisson Rouge, 158 Bleecker St.
Admission: $20
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Black Women's Film Conference at MoMA PS1

On Sunday, MoMA PS1 hosts the inaugural Black Women's Film Conference. Aiming to better showcase women’s voices and experiences, the gathering will offer a platform for screening films, sharing filmmaking strategies and networking.

When: Sunday, March 17, 12-9 p.m.
Where: MoMA PS1, 22-25 Jackson Ave.
Admission: $15
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Sunni Colón at National Sawdust

Finally, catch a performance by Sunni Colón this Sunday at National Sawdust. The singer, songwriter and producer channels '70s funk, disco and psych rock, plus R&B and soul, into a contemporary, high-energy sound.

When: Sunday, March 17, 8-10 p.m.
Where: National Sawdust, 80 N. Sixth St.
Admission: $20
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