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Next Friday, September 20th, the Architectural League of New York is hosting its annual Beaux Arts Ball. The event takes place inside the Turbine Hall of the new Herzog & de Meuron -restored Powerhouse Arts venue in Brooklyn beginning at 9:00 PM.
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