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2007
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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November 14th, 2007 by susan j
Thanksgiving parade, 2003
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Next Thursday marks 81st annual . According to , this year’s parade features appearances by Idol winner Jordin Sparks, Dolly Parton, the casts of Broadway musicals including Legally Blonde and Mary Poppins, and, of course, Radio City’s Rockettes ®. It will also introduce : The Care Bears™ Winter Fun-derland, International Cele-bear-ation Clock Tower, M&M’s® Chocolate Candies on Broadway, and Music Bigger Than Life (a rock music tribute). Read a historical overview of the parade on .
If you’re planning to join the thousands of spectators in Columbus Circle, Broadway or 34th Street, recommends that you dress warmly and bring a thermos of coffee or hot cocoa (the forecast temps for temps in the 40’s and 50’s, but you never know!). Heather also notes that many people arrive before 6:30 am to stake out a prime spot for parade-viewing, which many say is at 61st and 72nd on Central Park. But even if getting up in the wee hours of the morning isn’t your cup of Starbucks chai latte (not mine either, especially on vacation), then you can always watch the parade broadcast on from 9 am to noon. Here’s wishing you a happy Thanksgiving!
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November 13th, 2007 by susan j
Mary Poppins is one of eight Broadway shows performing despite the strike
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Today marks Day 4 of the stagehands’ strike that has brought many shows on Broadway to a halt. The last strike (over the rights of musicians back in 2003) lasted four days, but so far there have been no negotiations between Local One (the stagehands’ union) and the League of American Theatres and Producers. Eight shows remain open, because those theaters have separate contracts with the union.
If you already have tickets to a canceled show, then don’t despair: producers plan to refund money to people who have already purchased tickets (click for more details). If you don’t have tickets but want to see a show on your trip to New York City, then you might opt for an instead (I thoroughly enjoyed on my last trip to NYC, but there are many other great other shows playing Off Broadway).
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November 12th, 2007 by amy c
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Board the for stunning views of the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, and Ellis while getting a narrated tour of the history of NYC’s waterfront. Before or after your tour, check out any of these nearby restaurants.
: Located directly next to the water taxi and open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, Pacific Grill offers a delicious and convenient stop on your sightseeing tour. The nautical ambiance and fresh seafood match the waterfront setting that boasts of some of the best views of the Manhattan Skyline.
: The French culinary guide, “Gault Millau,” recently rated this Brooklyn gem, one of New York’s five best restaurants. Known for its elegant setting that revived the Brooklyn waterfront to its hip stature, it offers a unique and delicious menu, including a Chocolate Stick Toffee Cake for dessert.
: Classic American fare, wood burning fireplace, and nightly piano music, gives this restaurant a cozy ambiance. Enjoy dinner 7 nights a week, lunch Monday through Saturday, and brunch on Sundays.
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November 9th, 2007 by amy c
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New York City is renowned for its delicious dining scene, so we’re bringing you a preview at a few new restaurants in the city.
Located near the Museum of Modern Art and Rockefeller Center, Bocca di Bacca is the latest installation from brothers Enrico and Robert Malta to their more than a dozen beloved existing restaurants in the Theater District. The cozy Venetian wine bar offers 40 selections of wines by the glass, accompanied by Northern Italian tapas. You can also enjoy an affordable meal of pastas.
Another new Italian restaurant, Visconti, graces Uptown, near Central Park and the Metropolitan Museum of Modern Art. After you’ve worked up an appetite at the Central Park Movie Tour, enjoy a sumptuous classic Italian meal, made with the freshest ingredients.
Looking for hidden gems to accompany your sightseeing in Midtown? check out located near tourist hot spots such as Top of the Rock Observation Deck and the NBC Studio Tour.
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November 8th, 2007 by jamie a
November 6 - 11
Get ready to laugh with the . With an incredible list of performers including Robin Williams, Lewis Black, Conan O’Brien, and Sarah Silverman, it’s bound to be a hit. Check out from the Daily News.
Friday, November 9 - Sunday, November 11
Attention Chocoholics! is this weekend. Get your tickets to enjoy culinary demonstrations, fashion shows, children’s activities, and most of all, chocolate.
Sunday, November 11
marches down 5th Avenue this Sunday. Since 1929, the Veteran’s Day commemoration begins with a wreath laying ceremony at 10 am at the Eternal Flame in Madison Square Park and continues on with the parade.
November 9 - November 11
will be held at Pier 92 this weekend, showcasing the best in modern Asian art. From panels and discussion to performances, discover new works of art to take your breath away from 80 artists hailing from 10 different countries.
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