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PHOTO GALLERY: A Look Back At Summer!
Labor Day means the unofficial end of summer! As part of our wrap-up, take a look at some pictures you didn't see of summer in New York City! CHECK THEM OUT!>>
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Petty Fest 2009!
No, it's not a festival celebrating the whiny and stingy. It's one that honors the rock-star musician, Tom Petty, and it's happening tonight! READ MORE>>
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Off To See The Wizard!
The Hudson Terrace is painting the town green to celebrate the 70th Anniversary of "The Wizard of Oz"! READ MORE>>
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Barbecue and the City
There'll be a feast for your eyes, ears and stomach this Sunday at the 10th Annual Hudson River Park Blues BBQ. READ MORE>>
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Y'know Howda Sing, Dontcha?
...You just put the mic to your lips and belt out some classic tunes at Don't Tell Mama's "1930s Idol"! READ MORE>>
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Living On The Fringe...
New York City's favorite theater festival is back! READ MORE>>
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India Pride On Display In Midtown
The India Day Parade kicks off at noon today in the city! READ MORE>>
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Skating Down The Rabbit Hole
Coney Island turns into Wonderland this evening at Dreamland Roller Rink's Alice In Wonderland Skate Party! READ MORE>>
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Denim Is Best When It's Free!
If you're looking to expand your wardrobe, you won't want to miss this party happening in Lower Manhattan tonight. READ MORE>>
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"Those About To Die Salute You"
A Battle of the Art Museums is happening tonight in Queens. Really. Four city museums have constructed actual battleships, armed with watermelon cannonballs and baguette swords, for the face off. Oh, and togas are required. READ MORE>>
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The Pretenders Rock SummerStage!
Don't call them an 80s rock band! The Pretenders have been here for years and are still pumping out the hits, many of which they'll play tonight at the City Parks Foundation's Central Park SummerStage Gala! READ MORE>>
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Andrew W.K. Channels John Bender
On Saturday, musician Andrew W.K. and other Generation "X"ers will pay tribute to the late John Hughes with a "Breakfast Club"-inspired performance at Radio Happy Hour at Le Poisson Rouge in Greenwich Village. READ MORE>>
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Presenting the Comedy Stylings of...
There'll be a lot of laughs in midtown tonight when Comedy Central kicks off the taping of its "Live At Gotham" series! And guess what -- you can see the show for free! READ MORE>>
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Take A Beach Day!
Not quite ready to take on the work week? Take a beach day instead! READ MORE>>
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VIDEO: SITC Highlight: Chubby Checker Talks Racism
Earlier this summer, I stopped by Lincoln Center's Midsummer Night Swing for an interview with the legendary Chubby Checker. Walking in, I expected the typical celebrity interview. What I got was a something completely different: an brutally truthful point of view that I could have never imagined. WATCH THE VIDEO>>
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I'm A Little Bit Country...
Country music fans are in luck tonight! A free, authentic, good ol' fashioned honky-tonk hoedown is happening right here in New York City! READ MORE>>
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Songs In The Cup of Life!
Team great wine and great songs by the Master Blaster himself, Stevie Wonder, and what do you get? Songs in the Cup of Life -- a wine pairing event at lower Manhattan's City Winery! READ MORE>>
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This Ain't Your Mama's Theater...
It's theater on its worst behavior here in New York City. For the next three weeks, CringeFest is bringing the most un-P.C. performances it can muster to stages across the city. Brandi Thompson interviewed Artistic Director Melba LaRose about the festival, who explains what it's all about. HEAR IT!>>
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Beer & Cheese: A Match Made In Brooklyn
Think beer and cheese don't belong together? Think again. The Bell House in Brooklyn is hosting a beer and cheese pairing tonight, as well as a screening for a documentary film that the filmmaker says is an honest portrayal of how the world's major brewers unfairly monopolize the industry. READ MORE>>
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Hogwarts Meets Central Park
Right on the heels of the latest installment of the Harry Potter film series comes an event straight from the big screen to your backyard: a real-life version of Quidditch! READ MORE>>
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The New York Philharmonic Takes NYC
If you're a classical music aficionado or just enjoy an evening of songs under the stars, you won't want to miss the New York Philharmonic Orchestra as it celebrates its 45th season of Concerts in the Park! READ MORE>>
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Matisyahu Hypes Up the Crowd at Summerstage!
Matisyahu brought the house down at City Park Foundation's Central Park SummerStage! Click HERE to see pictures of the amazing concert!
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Umphrey's McGee Rocks Central Park
Umphrey's McGee rocked the crowd at City Parks Foundation's Central Park SummerStage concert. Click HERE to see pictures of the show!
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VIDEO: Remembering Michael, Pub-Crawl Style
Michael Jackson fans moonwalked down Manhattan's East Side Saturday to be part of a bar crawl honoring the late singer. READ MORE>> WATCH>>
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Gettin' Into The Swing of Summer
Summer nights are in full swing over at Lincoln Center, now that the Center's famous Midsummer Night Swing program has kicked off! READ MORE>>
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School's Out For Summer! Now What?
Sure, there's no more reading and no more books, but now you're the one giving your kids the dirty looks! Summer has just begun, but if the kids are already driving you crazy, give them something do to! READ MORE>>
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Find July 4th Fun Near You!
The Fourth of July holiday has fallen on a Saturday this year, which means the entire weekend will be packed with activity! READ MORE>>
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An Ancient Toast to the Modern Era
Tired of drinking the same old wines? Want to sweeten your weekend buzz a bit? Try some mead! READ MORE>>
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A Taste of Mexico in NYC
Last night was not supposed to be filled with margaritas, but I'm glad it was! READ MORE>>
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Pirates of the East River
Last night, I went to a charity Pirate Party Pig Roast at Water Taxi beach! READ MORE>>
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Fish Out of Water at Coney Island
The Coney Island Mermaid parade went off today, rain or shine, as promised! READ MORE>>
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Take Me Out to the Old-Fashioned Ball Game!
The Yankees may be out of town this weekend, but there's still a ball game going on in the Bronx! READ MORE>>
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Norah Jones: Singer, Actress, Comedienne
Old fashioned radio is making a comeback in Greenwich Village with Radio Happy Hour! Creator Sam Osterhout brought in special guest performer Norah Jones to help kick off the summer event this weekend. READ MORE>>
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The 7th Annual Big Apple Barbecue
The rain took a day off on Sunday to allow barbecue lovers the chance to really enjoy the 7th Annual Big Apple Barbecue in New York City's Madison Square Park. Click HERE to see my pictures of the event!
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There's Nothing Like a City-Wide BBQ!
Barbecue lovers packed Madison Square Park this weekend for the 7th Annual Snapple Big Apple Barbecue, where professional pitmasters dished out some of the tastiest barbecue this side of the Mason Dixon! READ MORE>>
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Fresh Fish (No Utensils Required)
Throughout the month of June, Grand Central's Oyster Bar invites you to enjoy a unique Dutch delicacy: herring! READ MORE>>
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There's More Than One Kind of Harmony
Midtown West will become a sort of musical UN headquarters tonight when reknown cellist Yo-Yo Ma and his Silk Road Ensemble play a free concert in Damrosch Park. READ MORE>>
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VIDEO/AUDIO: Brand-New Park Opens on the High Line!
An elevated rail line abandoned nearly 30 years ago on Manhattan's West Side reopens this week as a landscaped public park that sits three stories above the city's streets. READ MORE>>
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Party Time in Prospect Park!
The annual concert series Celebrate Brooklyn kicks off tonight in Prospect Park! Hundreds are expected to spread out on the lawn for free performance by former Talking Heads frontman David Byrne. READ MORE>>
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People LOVE Paella!
Sunday's Paella Parade was a hit! Over 700 people showed up to the Water Taxi Beach at the South Street Seaport to taste some of the best paella made in the city. Check out my pictures from the event by clicking HERE!
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The Atlantic Avenue ArtWalk
For two days only, Atlantic Avenue between 4th Avenue and Hicks Street in Brooklyn becomes and outdoor art gallery, with art spilling out of homes, stores and studios out onto the street. READ MORE>>
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A Tour of the Chelsea Brewery
Every Saturday from 1pm to 5pm, the Chelsea Brewing Company offers free tours of their Brewery, and cap them off with a free tasting at the end! To see pictures from my tour of the Brewery, click HERE.
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A Taste of Spain
Summer is in full swing over at the Water Taxi Beach at the South Street Seaport, where the first ever 2009 Paella Parade is being held on Sunday! READ MORE>>
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Piers and a Pint
During the summer, sometimes there's nothing better than kicking back and relaxing with a nice, refreshing drink. That experience can be even better when it's taking place on right on the water, and the drink is an ice-cold beer. READ MORE>>
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Vampires, Slayers and High School!
Hey, all you "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" fans! You may have avoided your own high school reunion, but I know about one you won't want to miss. READ MORE>>
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History On The Waterfront
Ahoy, all you maritime history buffs, and especially all of you in New Jersey! Through Thursday, the Waterfront Museum and Showboat Barge will be docked in Hoboken for its Tug and Barge Quadricentennial Legacy Tour! READ MORE>>
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A Garden Grows in Brooklyn
If you're tired of the same old bar scenes in the city or the always-crowded beer gardens in Astoria, try checking out a cozy Gowanus Yacht Club in Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn. READ MORE>>
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Mission: Accomplice
If you've ever dreamed of starring in your own mystery, I've got just the activity for you this summer. READ MORE>>
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Beer In Your Own Backyard
I'm kicking off an on-going summer series on local breweries! I'm tracking down some of those hidden beer-making gems that offer you fresh brew, and even a tour so you can see just how it's made. First on tap is the High Point Brewery in Butler, New Jersey. READ MORE>>
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Beer That Gives Back
When you help yourself to a beer, you do it to unwind. But when was the last time your beer helped you and your community? The Kelso Brewery of Brooklyn does more than provide libations. READ MORE>>>
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Spend This Memorial Day At Sea!
If you're tired of the annual Memorial Day barbecue and want to do something a little different this Memorial Day, take a trip out to the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum in Manhattan! READ MORE>>
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Welcome Back to "Summer"!
Welcome back to my "Summer in the City" series! MORE>>
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Let the Summer Events Begin!
One great thing about living in or near this great metropolis, is the vast quantity of fun (and usually free!) events during the summer. READ MORE>>
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Artist Creates Multi-Sensory Museum Exhibit
Brazilian artist Ernest Neto is inviting visitors to his New York City art installation to kick off their shoes and lie down in his dreamy creation. READ MORE>>
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