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November, 2007
November 30th, 2007 by susan j
After 19 (!) days of silence on Broadway due to a stagehands’ strike, last night marked the first performance in over two weeks for many Broadway shows. The NY Times ArtsBeat blog has comprehensive coverage of the , and Playbill online reports that the League of American Producers is putting on a at noon today to celebrate the end of the strike. Now that the strike has ended, you can check out !
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November 30th, 2007 by susan j
Macy’s NYC, Christmas Eve 2006
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If you’re headed to the Big Apple this Christmas, then you may be pleasantly surprised to learn that plenty of holiday activities and tourist attractions are open on December 25. For instance, Ripley’s Believe It or Not!, Top of the Rock™ Observation Deck, and Madame Tussauds New York all remain open on the big day. Our friends at NewYorkology have compiled a more complete list, so .
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November 29th, 2007 by jamie a
November 19 - December 29
The is underway in Vanderbilt Hall with offerings from jewelry to fun gifts for kids. Keep warm at this great indoor festival and get your holiday shopping done in a snap.
November 28 - December 31
perform their masterpiece Revelations as well as a rotation of their new pieces at New York’s City Center for the next month. Each day is different, so be sure to check the schedule!
Saturday, December 1 (9 am)
Join the New York Bird Club with a guided tour of Central Park. Lead by an experienced birdwatcher, this tour will make use of your binoculars by showing all the wildlife that Central Park has to offer.
Sunday, December 2 (10:30 am - 2:30 pm)
Celebrate Hanukkah at the 92nd Street YMCA with their ! Bring the whole family and build a Menorah, make your own candles, make your own olive oil, and decorate a dreidel! You can also enjoy live musicians, storytelling, and the 2nd annual latkes cook-off.
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November 28th, 2007 by susan j
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November 27th, 2007 by susan j
Rockefeller Christmas Tree, 2005
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Tomorrow is Rockefeller Center’s annual Christmas tree lighting, and this year’s tree is “going green.” The Associated Press reports that the 84-foot Norway spruce will sport (LEDs). Musical guests for this star-studded event will include Celine Dion, Josh Groban, and Barry Manilow. 8-9 Eastern Time, and the tree will remain on display until the first week of January, when it will be cut into lumber and used to build homes by .
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November 21st, 2007 by susan j
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There’s the Macy*s Thanksgiving Day Parade, of course, but not everyone is a parade person. If you’ve already been there, done or you just want to see the sights instead, then NewYorkology has you covered. Here is their guide to . The list includes the Top of the Rock™ Observation Deck, the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, and other popular New York City tourist attractions. Check back soon for our guide to attractions that are open on Christmas. Happy Thanksgiving!
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November 20th, 2007 by jamie a
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Ever wonder how the New York subway system grew to be the most extensive public transportation system in the world? At the , you can explore its humble beginnings in 1869 by Alfred Ely Beach to being among one of the ten busiest systems in the world, operating 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Housed in the now defunct Court Street Station in Brooklyn, the museum displays subway memorabilia, heritage signage, models and dioramas of subway and bus equipment, and also sponsors lectures and seminars. Explore the technological, cultural, and social history of the subway through exhibits like Steel, Stone and Backbone, which recounts the story of building the system, or On the Streets, which features the story of NYC’s trolleys and buses.
Before your visit, be sure to check out their ever-changing listings of !
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November 19th, 2007 by amy c
Famous food critic, John Mariana, recently shared his choices for top ten meals to taste before you die with lifestyle blog, .
Among his must-eats that take foodies to exotic locations, such as Paris and Naples, are three restaurants in New York City, offering to-die-for flavors and unforgettable ambiance. For your next trip to New York, check out Mariana’s expert selection of restaurants –his rich descriptions may have you venturing outside of the states as well to experience all ten meals.
His restaurant suggestions are conveniently located near must-see sights to complete your New York experience, such as:
is within walking distance to the , , and .
, which overlooks Central Park, and are both conveniently located near Bon Appetite!
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November 16th, 2007 by susan j
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There’s something magical about New York City in the winter: the festively decorated windows along Madison Avenue, the aroma of peppermint and chai wafting out of the coffeeshop on the corner, and, of course, the famous Rockefeller Center Christmas tree (pictured above).
In the spirit of the holiday season, we’ve compiled a list of 10 NYC holiday happenings that would make even Scrooge want to join in the fun.
- - October 6 - TBA
- - November 19-January 1
- - November 20-January 6
- - November 22
- -November 23-December 30
- City Sights NY “Lights of the Holiday Tour” - November 23-January 1
- - November 28
- - November 23-December 24
- - December 4-December 11
- - November 9-December 30
Check back for more details and other fun wintertime activities. Feel free to leave a comment to let us know about your favorite holiday tradition!
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November 15th, 2007 by jamie a
November 14 - 18
During , you can celebrate the Dutch arts of the city. This event is put together by museums, galleries, historical societies, and preservation groups and culminates with a celebration of Dutch-American Heritage Day on November 16.
Thursday, November 15 (6- 9 pm)
Sunday, November 17 (12 - 5 pm)
Support the Schneider Children’s Hospital when you attend There’ll be holiday art, live music, cocktails, and an official Cat in the Hat costumed character for photo ops!
Thursday, November 15 (5-9 pm)
Check out the preview opening of at the Brooklyn Museum. All proceeds go to benefit the museum’s decorative arts collection.
November 16 - January 6
Beginning on Friday, see the Bronx Zoo in all its holiday glory during ! In its 11th year, see the animals who stay up late, participate in nightly entertainment, and enjoy over half a million twinkling lights.
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