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February, 2008
February 13th, 2008 by jamie a
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TripAdvisor.com recently published an article on the including spots in the Big Apple, making New York City the only contender with two places on the list.
They write that “There is no better place to offer up your heart than the heart of Manhattan, Central Park. With a number of different venues to profess your love — be it on a bridge, a secluded patch of grass, among a crowd, in a boat, or on an ice rink — Central Park is the one-stop-shop of romantic proposal locales.”
As for the Empire State Building, TripAdvisor says, “Feel on top of Manhattan while proposing at the observation deck at the Empire State Building, home to legendary movie proposals. With spectacular 360-degree views, make the moment happen in style at the world’s most famous skyscraper.”
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February 12th, 2008 by jamie a
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In honor of Valentine’s Day, the .
Fellow bloggers over at recently posted about the special, writing that the tour includes artwork such as Van Gogh’s “Starry Night” and Matisse’s “The Dance.”
If your significant other is into art and/or going to museums, this is a perfect gift for the holiday!
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February 11th, 2008 by jamie a
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Roxanne, director of special projects over at the New York Transit Museum, alerted us to some great upcoming events in a comment on our blog. Thanks for reading, Roxanne!
From February 12 through June 1, 2008, the exhibit will be shown at the museum’s Grand Central Station Gallery Annex and Store. This exhibit celebrates what the introduction of the Metro-North railroad meant for commuters to the city. Since 1983, this railroad has been helping revitalize the entire industry and is very proud to be celebrating its 25th anniversary.
On February 26th, join the museum for a free lecture entitled on the historic AC electrification of the railroad from 6:30 - 8 pm. The lecture will be held on the Northeast balcony of Grand Central Terminal. The lecture will talk about the first regular train to be operated by electric power which traveled from Grand Central Station to New Rochelle in 1907 along with current evolutions and reconstructions in the system.
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February 8th, 2008 by jamie a
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If you’re a fan of the Bravo television show Project Runway (as I certainly am!) .
They’ve plotted out a guide of 10 Project Runway related spots to see, including Bryant Park, Mood Designer Fabrics, and Parson’s New School of Design. There’s also bars, like the Buddha Bar and Pink Elephant, where the contestants have been lured, only to be presented with their next seemingly-impossible challenge.
If you’re not a fan of the show, but love fashion just the same, they’ve also put together a list of The list includes everything from the Fashion Walk of Fame and the Metropolitan Museum of Art Costume Institute to Femmegems and Girls Love Shoes.
You can also check out our post which details the current exhibits at the museum.
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February 7th, 2008 by jamie a
Friday, February 2 - Friday, February 15
Head over to Cinema Village for the Manhattan premiere of , called the “Best British Film of the Year” by The Guardian.
Friday, February 8- March 2
Join acrobat artists The 7 Fingers of Montreal at the New Victory Theater for performances of , their new circus show. The San Francisco Chronicle calls them “…a circus of the 21st century with a beguiling blend of breathtaking skills.”
Saturday, February 9 (12-4 pm)
Celebrate the season with the with live music performances, sledding, snowboarding, cross-country skiing, and the best of the New York Winter Farmer’s Market.
Ongoing until April 6
Catch the preview showings of at Studio 54. Presented by the Roundabout Theater Company, this musical unearths secrets and stories behind Georges Seurat and his painting Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte.
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February 6th, 2008 by stacy b
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If you have ever been to Manhattan, you know how tough it is to get a cab. Flagging one down is pretty basic, but having a taxi available when you need it is the difficult part. The article in The New York City Traveler clues you in on why cabs can be tough to find in the Big City.
The article provides helpful tips on finding an available ride and says what you should expect to pay, whether you are traveling around the city or to the airport. You can also read about new changes to payment methods that are being implemented in the entire NYC taxi fleet.
After reading this article, you will know what to expect before jumping into a cab in New York City. Hail on!
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February 5th, 2008 by susan j
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Boston and New York are long-term sports rivals (just ask any Yankees or Red Sox fan). So, New York football fans had ample reason to celebrate Sunday night after the defeated the New England Patriots in Super Bowl XLII. The Giants return to the city today for a victory parade.
Despite , about 3 million football fans are expected to turn out. The parade begins at 11 am in Battery Park, then goes up Broadway to Chambers Street. There will also be ceremonies at City Hall starting at 1 pm.
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February 4th, 2008 by jamie a
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Crafters, stop buying those cards without any character and make your own this Valentine’s Day!
ReadyMade magazine and Anthropologie are sponsoring on Thursday, February 7th at 7:30 PM at 50 Rockefeller Plaza. The event will feature live demonstrations and free ‘love note kits’ so you can practice your new skills at home.
Space is limited, so be sure and reserve a spot by emailing rsvp@readymademag.com with ‘NYC’ in the subject line.
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February 1st, 2008 by susan j
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You’ll work up a pretty hearty appetite trying to hit all of New York City’s must-see attractions, so our pals over at the new travel website have compiled a list of .
From the glitz and kitsch of in the East Village (also pictured above) to the retro charm of in Chelsea, these ladies certainly have eclectic taste. And none of their choices are terribly expensive, either, so you’ll still have money leftover for sightseeing. !
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