Free Hugs Roam 2008

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Free Hugs Roam 2008 (Event Over)

  • When:Sun 1/20/08 (2PM)
  • Where: Astor Place "Cube"
  • Address: E.8th Street between Lafayette and 4th Ave New York, NY   Map
  • Cost: FREE!
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Because if you don't like a free hug, there's something seriously wrong with you.


This is the 1st annual Free Hugs Roam. We will give free hugs to anyone who wants one & roam about the city. "Sometimes, a hug is all that we need."

It's a roam which means we won't be staying there, so make sure you sign up for the text message updates to find out where & when we will be roaming.

Get text message updates: here

There are 2 ways to participate:

Be a Hugger:

  1. Watch the video below.
  2. Make a sign that says "Free Hugs."
  3. Bring your friends.
  4. Make sure they have a sign too.
  5. Silently hold it so people can see it.
  6. Let people approach you.
  7. Hug people. 
  8. Don't charge them.

Be a Huggee:

  1. Watch the video below.
  2. Approach someone with a "Free Hugs" sign.
  3. Receive a hug.
  4. Don't pay for it.

In this age of social disconnectivity and lack of human contact, the effects of the Free Hugs campaign became phenomenal.

As this symbol of human hope spread accross the city, police and officials ordered the Free Hugs campaign BANNED. What we then witness is the true spirit of humanity come together in what can only be described as awe inspiring.

Free hugs is a real life controversial story of Juan Mann, A man whos sole mission was to reach out and hug a stranger to brighten up their lives.

 

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  1. How many text messages?

    Kevin Jan 16, 2008 at 5:54 PM
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    Just wondering, how many text messages we can expect to receive since some of us may have plans that come with a limited number of texts, before they start charging per text.

    THanks!?
  2. Wow!

    Peter Jan 16, 2008 at 5:10 PM
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    And people say giving out free hugs is a stupid idea...
    THIS IS A MOVEMENT TOWARD A BETTER HUMAN KIND!
  3. RE: Red text above!! ^^^^

    z Jan 16, 2008 at 12:52 PM
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    make sure you sign up for the text messages: http://www.broadtexter.com/freehugs
  4. Camera...

    Kevin Jan 16, 2008 at 12:34 PM
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    I got the camera reserved, so if it's cool to come along and film the event I'll be there!
  5. Video camera...

    Kevin Jan 16, 2008 at 11:01 AM
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    Hows the search for a video camera going? I work at tv network and may be able to get a camera out for the day. Could be a fun thing to document...interview people..etc..

    Let me know, as I'd have to check on the availability of a camera asap.
  6. RE: Directions

    z Jan 16, 2008 at 9:39 AM
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    take the downtown R train to 8th st & head towards the k-mart
  7. Red text above!! ^^^^

    z Jan 16, 2008 at 9:38 AM
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    It's a roam which means we won't be staying there, so make sure you sign up for the text message updates to find out where & when we will be roaming. :-)
  8. Ok so we ALL know where it's at now...

    Rebecca Jan 16, 2008 at 2:24 AM
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    Hope to see you all there!
  9. Directions

    janeeve2... Jan 16, 2008 at 12:00 AM
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    Does anybody know how to get there from NY Penn - or what I'm supposed to tell the cab driver?
  10. Pictures and Such

    janeeve2... Jan 15, 2008 at 11:43 PM
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    So, who's bringing the video camera?

    This would be great if we could get it on You Tube and the Free Hugs Campaign. I only have a regular camera.

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