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New York City Markets

April 18th, 2008 by susan j

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Union Square Greenmarket photo uploaded by x-eyedblonde

Now that the weather finally is warming up, a visit to one of New York City’s greenmarkets is the perfect way to explore the city’s neighborhoods. You’ll find organic produce, farm fresh dairy, and homemade goods. Several of NYC’s outdoor markets, including Union Square Greenmarket, operate year-round, but others (like the Borough Hall Greenmarket and Sunnyside and Astoria Greenmarket) are open seasonally.

In celebration of National Garden Month, you can also stop by the 2008 NYC Grow Garden Festival in Union Square Park on April 27 for more on local produce and gardening.

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Seasonal Attractions in New York City

March 21st, 2008 by jamie a

tulipsTulips in Washington Square Park Photo uploaded by presta

Now that Spring’s right around the corner, we’re pleased to announce the re-opening of seasonal attractions in the Big Apple! It’s a great time of year to get out and explore the city when the robins are just starting to hop around Central Park and riding on the outer deck of the Ellis Island Ferry isn’t too, too cold.

First off, check out the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island from the ferry that leaves from Battery Park. The ride is a great way to see the city from a different angle and it takes you right to the Immigration Museum where you can trace your ancestors who may have come through the ports in New York.

There’s also the Central Park Movie Sights Tour, a two-hour walking tour that covers spots like the Boathouse Cafe from When Harry Met Sally, the Bandshell from Breakfast at Tiffany’s, and the Bethesda Fountain recently seen in Enchanted. Indulge in your girly side with the Sex and the City Hotspots Tour, where you can see over 40 locations used in the filming of the hit HBO show.

For the more active set, there’s Bike & Roll rentals, offering bicycles for rides all over the city. You can even take a Central Park or Brooklyn Bridge tour for a guided ride.

Happy Spring!

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Saint Patrick’s Day in NYC

March 14th, 2008 by jamie a

NYC St. Patrick’s DaySaint Patrick’s Day Parade Photo uploaded by Rob Hoey

Celebrate the upcoming spring season and get out there for Saint Patrick’s Day in the city! From the world’s largest parade to authentic pubs serving up the best Irish brews, everyone can have a fabulous time in the city for the holiday, Irish or not.

To experience the true meaning of Saint Patty’s day in the city, the parade is a must-see. The largest parade marches right up 5th Avenue and generally attracts more than 100,000 participants. If you’d like a smaller celebration, all five boroughs have parades, so there’s certainly more to see.

To learn about the Irish heritage of the city, be sure and book a tour with Big Onion  Walking Tours’ Irish New York. Get to know “Little Ireland’ on the Lower East Side and appreciate the impact that Irish immigrants had in making the city what it is today. Carnegie Hall, Radio City Music Hall, and the Irish Arts Center will also be offering themed concerts so you can get your fill of Irish tunes & entertainment.

Happy Saint Patrick’s Day to all our readers!

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NYC Events for the Week of 2/21

February 21st, 2008 by jamie a

Thursday, February 21 (7 pm)
The Morris-Jumel Mansion is hosting a lecture entitled The Lucille Armstrong Story, chronicling the life of Louis Armstrong’s wife. The event is free, but does require registration, so be sure and call ahead.

Friday, February 22 (8 pm)
Head over to the Brooklyn Academy of Music for a performance by The National, a new and alternative take on chamber music.

Saturday, February 23- Sunday, February 24
The Merkin Concert Hall presents Music From Japan 2008, a festival celebrating the Japanese aesthetic concept of “ma.” Along with traditional works, this festival will also host the world premiere of three new pieces.

Saturday, February 23- April 6
It’s the opening weekend of the Orchid Show at the New York Botanical Garden!

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NYC Events for the Week of 2/14

February 14th, 2008 by jamie a

Thursday, February 14 (7 pm)
Grab your sweetie or head out to meet someone new at the Valentine’s Day Wine Tasting at Cafe Notte. There will be three hours of tastings paired with delightful appetizers.

Through February 23
Catch British comedian Eddie Izzard at the Union Square Theatre for his amazingly hilarious new show.

Friday, February 15 - March 8 (8 pm)
The Metropolitan Opera House presents Otello, Verdi’s opera based on Shakespeare’s Othello, which is considered Verdi’s greatest accomplishment.

Saturday, February 16 (11 am)
Test your presidential and White House knowledge with the New York Historical Society during the American Presidents Quiz Show.

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DIY Valentines

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 “The Art of Creating Personal Love Notes” 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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Valentine’s Day Hotels in NYC

January 14th, 2008 by jamie a

NYC Valentine’s Day
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 “romantic hotel roundup” 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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NYC Events for the Week of 1/4

January 3rd, 2008 by jamie a

Friday, January 4 (10 am)
Kick off the New Year with the Three Kings Day Parade! Celebrating the arrival of the Magi, this colorful celebration includes floats, giant puppets, and camels, along with music and delicious food.

Friday, January 4 (7 pm)
Join Book Award Nominee Jim Shepard as he reads from his new book Like You’d Understand, Anyway. This free event will be held at Pianos, an actual former Piano factory!

Through January 6
Be sure to catch the final performances of The New Shanghai Circus this weekend. You’ll be amazed at the skill of these talented acrobats, contortionists, and jugglers put together in a show of dazzling music and color.

Through January 6
It’s also the final weekend of “Tapestry in the Baroque: Threads of Splendor” at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Forty magnificent tapestries from more than fifteen European countries are presented in this sequel to the 2002 exhibit “Tapestry in the Renaissance: Art and Magnificence.”

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Happy Holidays from Explorer Pass

December 25th, 2007 by susan j

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Wherever your travels take you this holiday season, we hope you have a safe and happy journey!

Best,

The team at Explorer Pass

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New York Events for the Week of 12/20

December 20th, 2007 by jamie a

Through December 31
The last day to see the exhibit The Glory Days: New York Baseball 1947-1957 will be on Monday, December 31st. Be sure to head on over to the Museum of the City of New York for this retrospective of the glory days of the Yankees, the Giants, and the Dodgers.

Through December 29
The Jonathan Levine Gallery presents the final weeks of The Streets of Europe. Featuring new works of urban street scenes by the leading artists of the medium, this exhibit traces the rise of graffiti art into a global movement.

Through December 31
Here’s your chance to experience the last days of Grand Central Station in all its holiday glory. Featuring holiday shopping, a fair with handmade goods from local artisans, and a kaleidoscope light show, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Saturday, December 29 (10 am)
Head on over to the New York City Historical Society for Living History Days. This weekend’s performance is the story of the Marquis de Lafayette, who played an important role in the American victory of the Revolutionary War.

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