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Sunday, February 25th, 2007

Best Comedy in NYC


One of the best places for comedy is a little place in Chelsea known as the Upright Citizens Brigade. Created by SNL's very own Amy Poehler and Horatio Sanz, the laughter generated by these comedic talents should be bottled up and distributed to the tired and weary. The world would be a much happier place!

Amy, known for her weekly performances in SNL and her role in the teen movie Mean ...

Wednesday, January 31st, 2007

This Month in NYC: Have a Fabulous February


In honor of Black History Month, New York celebrates African American pride with events all over the city.

Lincoln Center celebrates Black History Month all month long with art and photography exhibitions, featured works by young black artists, educational programs, musical and dance performances as well as thought provoking forums.

Find out what’s going on while you’re in town.
(212) 875-5000
www.lincolncenter.org

Check out comedy club Comix February 2nd and catch the HBO and BET ...

Thursday, January 25th, 2007

Book stores New York


Into browsing, getting it cheap and finding treasures you can only discover in a second hand store? It's all that and more!

The Strand Book Store - a landmark - and a must for all book lovers!!
Boeken

They have three locations to choose from, so you don't have to go too far to find one...

The Central Park Kiosk
The Central Park kiosk is located at 60th Street and 5th ...

Sunday, January 21st, 2007

Coming to New York WITH the kids?


The best tip I can give you if you travel here with your kids, is to get a copy of Time Out New York right away. It's available on almost every street corner (at the newsstands), as well as in any bookstore like the Barnes & Nobles. Go to the Around Town Section, and one of the categories is Kids. There are two age groups; 3-6 and 7 & ...

Thursday, January 18th, 2007

Max Brenner's: A Chocolate Lover's Paradise


Chocolate lovers listen up: your chocolate oasis awaits. Located in the East Village (with another location near Union Square), Max Brenner’s is a treat for your all your senses but your palate especially will wanna sing, dance and leap for joy! Chocolate permeates the café in so many forms it’s intoxicating: a case displays dozens of artisan truffles, jars of cookies and candies line the wall, liquid chocolate flows through the pipes ...

Tuesday, January 16th, 2007

Running in Central Park New York


All you runners out there in the world, don't for a moment think you have to miss out on your exercise when visiting New York.
Central Park is the place for running. Especially if you avoid the cars. So do it:
- before 7 AM weekdays
- between 11 AM and 3 PM weekdays
- or anytime in the weekend

Choose a short loop (less than two miles) starting at 59th Street going towards the ...

Friday, January 12th, 2007

Vegan Vegetarian Restaurant New York


Food always is a big part of my holiday - and I'm pretty sure the same thing goes for you. As a vegan or vegetarian, sometimes it's hard to find the right place to eat. That search has spoiled my fun many times already!

This vegan chef is always on the look-out for good vegan and vegetarian cuisine in the city. It'll be my pleasure to introduce some of these delicious ...

Saturday, January 6th, 2007

This Month in NYC: Have a Jewish January


Just because Chanukah has ended doesn’t mean the Judaic festivities need to stop. If you find yourself in New York during the month of January, here are ten things you can do to stay kosher!

The 16th annual Jewish Film Festival runs from January 10th to January 25th at the Walter Reade Theater in Lincoln Center. Presented by the Jewish Museum and the Film Society of Lincoln Center, this diverse array ...