2012 West Indian Parade Photos and Video
The 2012 West Indian Labor Day Parade was an awesome festivity of history, culture, music, dance and food. People from all over the world attended the parade which is one of the More »
Today Show Concert Series 2012
The TOYOTA Concert Series on TODAY has released their line up for the 2012 season. Some of the biggest names in music will return to the morning show concert stage that will More »
New York City Restaurants with Michelin Stars
There are many fine dining restaurants in New York City but, this year only seven restaurants out of sixty two received stars. Earning a Michelin star is international recognition for culinary excellence which More »
10 Ways to Save Money in New York City
New York can be extremely expensive but, there are a lot of ways that you can save a buck and still have a great time. There are tons of events and things More »
Mobile App NY: CityMaps
City Maps is the perfect App to navigate NYC for tourists and residents alike. Get easy access to every business in your neighborhood and filter by Restaurants, Shopping, Entertainment, Bars & Nightlife, Hotels, and OpenTable restaurants. The app free and is compatible with the iPhone, iPod touch, and iPad.
Mike Tyson on Broadway
Former boxing heavyweight champion Mike Tyson will be bringing his raw and unfiltered life story to the Broadway stage in “Undisputed Truth“. Tyson known for his epic battles in the ring that include biting a piece of Evander Holyfield’s ear and once threatening to eat the children of heavyweight champion Lennox Lewis, will be doing a one man show at the Longacre Theatre for a 12 performance run, July 31 – August 12.
Bryant Park Summer Film Festival 2012
Celebrating its 20th anniversary, the Bryant Park Summer Film Festival has an excellent line up of classic movies that can be seen on the big screen in the park every Monday through August 20. Part of a great New York City summer tradition, all films are free for the public so grab your blanket, pack some snacks and head out to Bryant Park.
New York City Street Fairs in July
Summer time in NYC is filled with a number of street fairs and festivals. Each festivity has it’s own special offerings that include live entertainment, ethnic street foods and shops that carry unique goods. Make sure to mark your calendar so that you don’t miss out on all the fun.
New York City Restaurant Week
New York City Restaurant Week is back for another summer of delicious cuisine. The event will run from July 16 to August 10. Now’s the time to enjoy some of the city’s finest restaurants at a discount price. Over 300 participating restaurants will be offering either a three-course lunch for $24.07 and/or three-course dinners for $35. Restaurant Week is a great time to try out new restaurants and to take advantage of world class dining on a budget. The official list of New York City Restaurant Week participants can be found at NYC Go.
New York City Beaches
New York City has plenty to offer throughout the entire year and in summer there are a number of beaches that provide a ton of summer fun, from The Bronx to Staten Island. Each beach has its own personality that makes it special to NYC. Surfing, Concerts and Amusement parks are some of the things that you expect to find at New York City beaches.
Williamsburg Park Concert 2012
The Williamsburg Waterfront is no longer home to the the Open Space Alliance (OSA) summer concert series. They now have a new home Williamsburg Park, that has the makings of another great outdoor concert venue for New York City. The 2012 concert line up keep’s getting better and currently includes, Jane’s Addiction, Sublime with Rome, Cypress Hill, Cake, and My Morning Jacket.
Google Offers Free WiFi in New York City
Google Offers has teamed up with Boingo Wireless to offer free WiFi in more than 200 locations in New York City. The promotion is set to last through September 7. Enjoy Free WiFi 36 different NYC subway stations that include, Times Square, Rockefeller Center and Columbus Circle. If you connect to Twitter and tweet something about connecting for free with the hashtag #FreeNYCWiFi, you can receive rewards says Boingo!
McCarren Play Center in Williamsburg Brookyln
North Brooklyn has one of the most low cost fitness options in the city. The McCarren Play Center opened on June 28, 2012 and with this center, comes a wide variety of recreational activities for Brooklynites and New Yorkers alike. They are currently selling memberships that are $150 per year for adults with pool access and $100 without pool. Kids under 17 are free to access all of the 33 recreation centers including all 12 indoor pools.
South Street Seaport Museum
The newly redesigned South Street Seaport Museum in Lower Manhattan is filled with rich New York City history. Explore the 400-year-long connection between the city and the sea with 16 galleries that are full of cool historic artifacts, model ships, photography, video and more.
