Archive for
January, 2008
January 18th, 2008 by jamie a
Wall Street Bull
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Our fellow bloggers over at recently posted about the new home of the in the former headquarters of the Bank of New York.
As they proclaim on their site, the museum is “the nation’s only independent public museum dedicated to celebrating the spirit of entrepreneurship and the democratic free market tradition which has made New York City the financial capital of the world.”
This museum is thrilled to re-open in their new locale, which gives them 30,000 square feet of space along with an opulent banking hall, education center, auditorium, library, and research facility. Its new location also puts the museum in the heart of what they teach visitors about, being a fantastic resource to New Yorkers and tourists alike.
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January 17th, 2008 by jamie a
January 18- 20
Catch award-winning actor and funnyman John Lithgow at the New Victory Theatre as he presents The Sunny Side of the Street. A show created for kids and their families, John delights audiences with music, stories, gags, and games from his bestselling children’s books and CDs.
Saturday, January 19 (12 pm)
826NYC presents Scrabble for Cheaters, where teams of two can compete to be named “World’s Best Cheater At Scrabble.” Teams can register and play fair for $50, but cheating and rejecting your opponents words come at a price. All proceeds benefit 826NYC, which provide tutoring and writing workshops for local children.
Monday, January 21 (1 pm)
Join Big Onion walking tours for Martin Luther King Day in Historic Harlem. Celebrate the holiday by learning about the Harlem Renaissance, Striver’s Row, and the Abyssinian Baptist Church with your guide, Seth Kamil.
Monday, January 21
Head over to the Metropolitan Museum of Art for Holiday Monday. This program invites families with kids ages 5-12 to explore the museum through discussion and sketching of masterpieces. This event is free with museum admission.
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January 16th, 2008 by jamie a
Building on the hype of this years’ primaries for the presidential elections, David Mamet’s new play, November, follows a current president who’s about to lose his election bid. This new play stars Nathan Lane as Charles H.P. Smith, a president who’s in his last week in office with an approval rating in the single digits.
Mamet, in an interview for the New York Times said,” I was shocked, after Iowa, to find myself thinking, Well, you know, if there were the two candidates, McCain and Obama, either of them would probably make a hell of a president.” He’s thrilled that his show is opening when it is, tackling today’s tough current events.
To add a new twist to this show, Mamet will be keeping a blog as Charles H.P. Smith for the duration of the show’s run. We’re especially excited that the world of blogging is being used as a new venue of communication between actor and audience, inviting us into the world of the fine arts.
So, with all the excitement of the primaries surrounding you, why not join in the fun?
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January 14th, 2008 by jamie a
Graffiti in New York City
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Valentine’s Day is just one month away, so for all you lovebirds traveling to New York City, the writers over at NewYorkology have published a on their blog. This listing includes great package deals all over the city with free gifts included!
There’s everything from champagne and Vosges chocolates, to rose petals and in-room breakfasts. Whatever your budget for the holiday, there’s bound to be something on their list for all couples to enjoy the day.
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January 14th, 2008 by jamie a
Snow Storm in NYC
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Brace yourself, tourists and New Yorkers! A coastal storm is traveling through the Northeast and could possibly cover the city in heaps of snow. A winter storm watch is currently in effect, but the snow is projected to taper off today.
Be sure to keep yourself updated on the status of the MTA, as well as JFK, LaGuardia, and Newark airports.
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January 11th, 2008 by alena s
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Driving the New Jersey Turnpike up to you may have wondered what the giant dome in the distance could possibly be. The real question is, what isn’t the dome. A raceway, a skydiving simulator, a baseball stadium and an indoor ski resort will only be a part of the 4.8 million square foot entertainment, office, hotel and retail complex. Check out some of the highlights of the facility that will prove to be a hit for the entire family.
Indoor Skiing- The 250,000 square foot ski area will feature a 140 foot tall run inside a climate controlled dome. The ski area will be open year-round, making it the perfect place to introduce beginners to the sport.
Baseball Stadium- The proposed baseball stadium will be the home to the , a minor league team from New Jersey. The stadium is set to hold 8,000 people and will only be used for baseball purposes.
SkyVenture- A vertical wind tunnel will provide a experience. This tunnel will allow anyone to fly through the air without fearing for their life.
It’s Sugar!- Straight from “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” this candy store will include a 36,000 square-foot city built from candy, a 30-foot chocolate waterfall and a candy museum.
Can’t wait for your adrenaline filled, sugar-coated adventure? This 2 billion dollar complex is set to open in late 2008.
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January 10th, 2008 by jamie a
Through January 12
, a new exhibit by the students at the School of Visual Arts, tackles the topics of current global conditions and human relationships to urban environments. Featured artists include Rachel Barrett, Brittany Bartley, Soo Jin Chung, and Felix Gephart.
Through January 12 (8 pm)
New York City Ballet presents the return of their hit show after its premiere 40 years ago at the Lincoln Center Theatre. It’s the world’s first plotless, full-length ballet and it focuses on “…capturing the intrinsic qualities of emeralds, rubies, and diamonds in order to shine a brilliant light on French romanticism, American neoclassicism, and Russian classical tradition.”
Saturday, January 12 (8 pm)
Attention all music nuts! The is celebrated by a tribute to Bob Dylan’s “Royal Albert Hall” May 17th, 1966 concert. This event is free to the public and includes star performers such as Laura Cantrell, Oakley Hall, and Stevie Jackson (of Belle & Sebastian).
January 9-12
The Japan Society is hosting an exhibition of entitled “Making a Home” this weekend, along with their annual , featuring outstanding cutting-edge dance.
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January 9th, 2008 by jamie a
Attending a Performance of The Lion King
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If your youngster has never had the amazing experience of seeing a live Broadway show, this February in NYC is the perfect opportunity to go.
Kids ages 6-18 are welcome to see a show for free on February 5, 6, 12, and 13th when accompanied by a paying adult. With 22 incredible shows participating, there’s bound to be something for every musical theatre nut! In addition to free tickets, kids are also invited to eat for free at these awesome while parents are offered discounted parking.
As a good ol’ Broadway fanatic myself, I can safely say that my trip to see The Lion King in 1998 definitely made me love theater more than I already did. It’s a stunning show, as I’m sure you’ve heard from endless reviews, and an amazing theatrical experience, perfect for wide-eyed, curious children. I continue to thank my mom for taking me to my first Broadway show and fueling my passion for the arts!
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January 8th, 2008 by susan j
Artisanal cheese plate at Oceana in Midtown
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If you’ve got a champagne taste and a beer bottle budget, then you’ll want to check out , which is coming up January 21-25 and January 28-February 1. For $24.07 at lunch and $35 at dinner (plus tax and gratuity), you can sample three-course prix-fixe menus from some of New York City’s finest restaurants.
This winter, over 200 restaurants all around the city are participating, including Arabelle, Blue Fin, Dos Caminos (a personal fave of mine - try the made-to-order guacamole!), and Oceana. Reservations are filling up fast, so snag a reservation now using . For more info, check out Budget Travel’s tips on . Bon Appetite!
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January 7th, 2008 by susan j
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A few weeks ago, New York magazine ran a series of short articles on “.” These 50+ reasons ran the gamut, from cultural () to quirky () and literal () to literary (). I thoroughly enjoyed this amusing tribute to the Big Apple, so !
Feel free to leave your reason for loving NYC below.
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