Happy Memorial Day weekend! Every weekend, we're bringing you five of our top events picks from around NYC. Check back next week for more ways you can eat, drink, see, shop and play around the city!
EAT
New York’s annual celebration of Taiwanese culture, Passport to Taiwan, has a lot of things going for it: multiple musical performances, traditional dance, costume making and more. But we think it will be difficult to pull ourselves away from the food! Enjoy traditional specialties like bamboo tamales, kumquat juice, fish cakes, with some shave ice for a refreshing dessert.
Sun, May 30, noon-5pm; free
Union Sq West and E 17th St, Manhattan; www.p2tw.org
DRINK
A prohibition-era party doesn’t seem like the place to knock back a few drinks, but the Roaring ‘20s are known for getting creative with drink recipes. Sample some period-appropriate cocktails at the First Annual Dreamland Beach Party, which also features live music from Michael Aranella’s Dreamland Orchestra and a scenic outdoor bar setting. We hope bathtub gin makes an appearance on the menu.
Sun, May 30, noon-5pm; $18 in advance, $25 at the door
2-03 Borden Ave, Queens; dreamlandorchestra.com
SEE
What could be a better way to spend the long weekend by a relaxing evening at the park? Getting free music to accompany your lounging! Enjoy New York Philharmonic’s free Memorial Day concert in Morningside Heights, with selections from Copland, Haydn and Schubert. Get updown early, though, because seats on the lawn can be hard to come by!
Mon, May 31; 8pm; free
Cathedral of St. John the Devine; 1047 Amsterdam Ave, Manhattan; stjohndivine.org
SHOP
You’ve done your spring cleaning by now, right? Take all those old clothes to BKLYN Yard for their Score! Pop-Up Swap this Saturday. It costs only $3-5 with your clothing donation to enter a world of gently-used clothes and accessories. Plus, a full bar will be open while you swap.
Sat, noon-6pm; $3 in advance, $5 at the door
400 Carroll St, Brooklyn; bklynyard.com
PLAY
Whether you love the old Day of the Dead films or prefer the newer Pride and Prejudice and Zombies, you’ll feel right at home in this weekend’s NYC Zombie Crawl. Get your best tattered clothing and fake blood to join hundreds of other zombie fans for events around Brooklyn, including a dance party featuring any zombie’s favorite jam, “Thriller.”
Sun, May 30, 3pm; free
Meet at the Charleston, 174 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn; www.nyczombiecrawl.com
Friday, May 28, 2010
Thursday, May 27, 2010
Which building did the Empire State Building surpass as World's Tallest Building?
And the answer is ...
b) Chrysler Building
Although the Washington Monument, Eiffel Tower and CN Tower all claimed the title of world's tallest freestanding structure at one point, the Chrysler Building held it as the Empire State Building was being built. Both buildings were commissioned to bring the title back to the United States, since the Eiffel Tower beat the Washington Monument in 1889.
b) Chrysler Building
Although the Washington Monument, Eiffel Tower and CN Tower all claimed the title of world's tallest freestanding structure at one point, the Chrysler Building held it as the Empire State Building was being built. Both buildings were commissioned to bring the title back to the United States, since the Eiffel Tower beat the Washington Monument in 1889.
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
New York Trivia Tuesday
New York has some of the most amazing views -- thanks to its record-setting tall buildings! Upon its completion in 1931, New York's Empire State Building was the tallest building in the world, and the first building to reach over 100 floors at 1,250 feet. The Empire State Building was the world's tallest freestanding structure until 1967, when the Ostankino Tower in Moscow surpassed it. But before the Empire State Building, which structure held the title of tallest building in the world?
a) Eiffel Tower
b) Chrysler Building
c) CN Tower
d) Washington Monument
Check back on Thursday for the answer to this week's trivia questions!
a) Eiffel Tower
b) Chrysler Building
c) CN Tower
d) Washington Monument
Check back on Thursday for the answer to this week's trivia questions!
Monday, May 24, 2010
Best of New York: Flea Markets
With Fifth Avenue, Bergdorf’s, Saks and more, shopping in New York can be a full-time job, but is not so kind to your bank account. New York flea markets are a great way to get great buys at lower prices, while experiencing some of artifacts of the old New York. Try browsing through history at these five picks:
Brooklyn Flea
No doubt about it: the hot new flea market is definitely in Brooklyn. The Brooklyn Flea recently got new digs, and its high-profile move into the Williamsburg Savings Bank on Sundays brought a new crowd of deal-seekers to the party. Find everything from costume jewelry to empty picture frames of any size. Plus, the bank’s vault plays host to some of Brooklyn’s finest food vendors.
Saturdays at 176 Lafayette Ave, Brooklyn; Sundays at Williamsburg Savings Bank, 1 Hanson Place, Brooklyn
Chelsea Antiques Garage
Transformed from an old two-story parking garage into a cavernous warehouse of antiquity, the Chelsea Antiques Garage is your classic NYC flea market. With crotchety vendors hocking old copies of Esquire, political campaign buttons, antique botanical prints and old postcards, this is an NYC flea market staple you won’t want to miss.
Sat and Sun, 9am-5pm, 112 W 25th St, Manhattan
GreenFlea
Feel good about yourself when you’re shopping at GreenFlea, and not just because of the deals. Part of the proceeds of GreenFlea sales go to NYC schools, providing afterschool activities and other enrichment
Sundays at Columbus Ave between 76th and 77th Sts
P.S. 321 Flea Market
Need some unique statement pieces to furnish your new apartment? We recommend P.S. 321’s weekend flea market, which boasts the best secondhand furniture finds in New York. Be prepared to spend more than you would at your average yard sale, but you’ll be paying for quality; many vendors here scout internationally to find pieces you could never find in an IKEA.
Sat and Sun, 180 Seventh Ave Brooklyn. Call 718-421-6763 for hours.
Artists and Fleas
A mix of local designers and NYC secondhand dealers, Artists and Fleas began as a way to keep Brooklyn hip by showcasing local vendors and keeping shoppers from crossing the bridge into Manhattan. Support your neighbors by browsing the vintage duds as well as the DIY crafts for sale. As a bonus, the beginning of summer heralds the arrival of the Market in McCarren, an extension of Artists and Fleas in McCarren Park.
Sat and Sun, 12-8pm, 129 N. 6th St, Brooklyn
Brooklyn Flea
No doubt about it: the hot new flea market is definitely in Brooklyn. The Brooklyn Flea recently got new digs, and its high-profile move into the Williamsburg Savings Bank on Sundays brought a new crowd of deal-seekers to the party. Find everything from costume jewelry to empty picture frames of any size. Plus, the bank’s vault plays host to some of Brooklyn’s finest food vendors.
Saturdays at 176 Lafayette Ave, Brooklyn; Sundays at Williamsburg Savings Bank, 1 Hanson Place, Brooklyn
Chelsea Antiques Garage
Transformed from an old two-story parking garage into a cavernous warehouse of antiquity, the Chelsea Antiques Garage is your classic NYC flea market. With crotchety vendors hocking old copies of Esquire, political campaign buttons, antique botanical prints and old postcards, this is an NYC flea market staple you won’t want to miss.
Sat and Sun, 9am-5pm, 112 W 25th St, Manhattan
GreenFlea
Feel good about yourself when you’re shopping at GreenFlea, and not just because of the deals. Part of the proceeds of GreenFlea sales go to NYC schools, providing afterschool activities and other enrichment
Sundays at Columbus Ave between 76th and 77th Sts
P.S. 321 Flea Market
Need some unique statement pieces to furnish your new apartment? We recommend P.S. 321’s weekend flea market, which boasts the best secondhand furniture finds in New York. Be prepared to spend more than you would at your average yard sale, but you’ll be paying for quality; many vendors here scout internationally to find pieces you could never find in an IKEA.
Sat and Sun, 180 Seventh Ave Brooklyn. Call 718-421-6763 for hours.
Artists and Fleas
A mix of local designers and NYC secondhand dealers, Artists and Fleas began as a way to keep Brooklyn hip by showcasing local vendors and keeping shoppers from crossing the bridge into Manhattan. Support your neighbors by browsing the vintage duds as well as the DIY crafts for sale. As a bonus, the beginning of summer heralds the arrival of the Market in McCarren, an extension of Artists and Fleas in McCarren Park.
Sat and Sun, 12-8pm, 129 N. 6th St, Brooklyn
Friday, May 21, 2010
What to Do This Weekend in NYC
Every weekend, we're bringing you five of our top events picks from around NYC. Check back next week for more ways you can eat, drink, see, shop and play around the city!
EAT
Embrace your southern roots and get on down to the crawfish boil at Sycamore. Just $15 scores you a whopping bucketful of the little snappers and a beer to wash ‘em down. Ask locals for their eating technique; there’s a skill to getting all the meat!
Sun, May 23, 2pm
Sycamore, 1118 Cortelyou Road, Brooklyn
DRINK
Two of our favorite things – books and booze – join forces on Saturday night at Books Through Bars, which collects donated books to send reading material to prisoners. Donate a paperback dictionary and get a free drink, plus other prizes.
Sat, May 22, 10pm
Enid’s, 560 Manhattan Ave, Brooklyn
SEE
Bring your overalls and flannel shirts to Brooklyn’s folk fest, bringing together a variety of musical styles under one down-home roof. From folk bands to jug bands, you’ll enjoy great tunes and get down on the dance floor with a square dance.
Sat and Sun, May 22-23
The Jalopy Theater, 315 Columbia Street, Brooklyn
SHOP
We love Williamsburg boutique Catbird, but it does take a toll on our bank account. Not this weekend! Their sidewalk sale brings all the merch down to a price we can afford – almost everything is under $20, and they’ll throw in some free chocolate too!
Sat and Sun, May 22-23
Catbird, 219 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn
PLAY
Take an early summer vacation and get to the beach! POGO Events is taking our popular races to Long Beach for a scavenger hunt and obstacle course around the sunny city! Local bars will be hosting challengers and offering specials for the racers all day. Plus, the winners receive $500, so you’ll be able to take a real vacation later on!
Sat, May 22, 11:30am
Long Beach Boardwalk at New York Ave, Long Beach, NY
EAT
Embrace your southern roots and get on down to the crawfish boil at Sycamore. Just $15 scores you a whopping bucketful of the little snappers and a beer to wash ‘em down. Ask locals for their eating technique; there’s a skill to getting all the meat!
Sun, May 23, 2pm
Sycamore, 1118 Cortelyou Road, Brooklyn
DRINK
Two of our favorite things – books and booze – join forces on Saturday night at Books Through Bars, which collects donated books to send reading material to prisoners. Donate a paperback dictionary and get a free drink, plus other prizes.
Sat, May 22, 10pm
Enid’s, 560 Manhattan Ave, Brooklyn
SEE
Bring your overalls and flannel shirts to Brooklyn’s folk fest, bringing together a variety of musical styles under one down-home roof. From folk bands to jug bands, you’ll enjoy great tunes and get down on the dance floor with a square dance.
Sat and Sun, May 22-23
The Jalopy Theater, 315 Columbia Street, Brooklyn
SHOP
We love Williamsburg boutique Catbird, but it does take a toll on our bank account. Not this weekend! Their sidewalk sale brings all the merch down to a price we can afford – almost everything is under $20, and they’ll throw in some free chocolate too!
Sat and Sun, May 22-23
Catbird, 219 Bedford Ave, Brooklyn
PLAY
Take an early summer vacation and get to the beach! POGO Events is taking our popular races to Long Beach for a scavenger hunt and obstacle course around the sunny city! Local bars will be hosting challengers and offering specials for the racers all day. Plus, the winners receive $500, so you’ll be able to take a real vacation later on!
Sat, May 22, 11:30am
Long Beach Boardwalk at New York Ave, Long Beach, NY
Thursday, May 20, 2010
Which Actor Did NOT Attend NYC's La Guardia High?
And the answer is:
a) Tom Cruise
Robert di Nero, Jennifer Aniston and Wesley Snipes all grew up and started out in New York at La Guardia High School. Cruise attended three different high school, due to family relocations, but none of them were in the Big Apple!
a) Tom Cruise
Robert di Nero, Jennifer Aniston and Wesley Snipes all grew up and started out in New York at La Guardia High School. Cruise attended three different high school, due to family relocations, but none of them were in the Big Apple!
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
New York Trivia Tuesday
Sure, New York is known for attracting aspiring actors from around the country to the Great White Way, but many well-known Hollywood stars grew up in NYC before making their way to the West Coast. Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music, Art & Performing Arts, a public high school near the famed Julliard School, has a particularly impressive list of famous actor alumni who grew up in NYC before making it big.
Which of these famous actors did NOT get their start at LaGuardia High school?
a) Tom Cruise
b) Robert De Niro
c) Jennifer Aniston
d) Wesley Snipes
Check back on Thursday for the answer to this week's trivia question!
Which of these famous actors did NOT get their start at LaGuardia High school?
a) Tom Cruise
b) Robert De Niro
c) Jennifer Aniston
d) Wesley Snipes
Check back on Thursday for the answer to this week's trivia question!
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