For more than 45 years, Brooklyn has welcomed the new year with a free community celebration at Prospect Park. Hosted by the Prospect Park Alliance, the night usually kicks off around 10pm with live music, followed by a full fireworks display at midnight. The crowd is lively but relaxed, with plenty of space compared to Manhattan hotspots. For the best views, stake out a spot near Grand Army Plaza or along Prospect Park West. It's festive, local and low-stress.
"we are not tracking any specific credible threats related to Hanukkah" in NYC, "out of an abundance of caution" the city's police had "significantly increased security" around the Jewish festival of lights. "You will see an enhanced uniform presence, specialized patrols, heavy weapons teams, community affairs officers, counterterrorism resources to ensure the safety of New Yorkers"
St. Mark's Church in-the-Bowerks, 131 E 10th St., East Village Nov. 1- 2, Saturday and Sunday, noon - 5 pm All ages Free RSVP in advance Join this vibrant, heartfelt celebration of Día de Muertos featuring an 18′ long interactive community altar (bring copies of photos, notes, or letters dedicated to your dearly departed!), live musical performances, hands-on workshops for all ages, Mexican folk art market, and delicious Mexican food on sale.
Mount Everest Deli and Grocery in Ridgewood serves food that borders on fusion: saucy, bright red tandoori chicken heroes; bacon, egg and cheese paratha wraps. But you have to get the Jhol momo. It's a tall tub of dumplings sloshing around in a spicy, tomato-based broth. Part of the fun of eating it is scooping up these massive chicken-filled dumplings with a little plastic deli spoon.
Former governor David Paterson, Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine, and former Congresswoman and City Council Members Julie Menin, Joann Ariola, Althea Stevens, Julie Won, and Gail Brewer also walked in the show. Or, in Brewer's case, crossed her arms repeatedly in a show of protest before stepping right off the runway's edge. While many wore elevated streetwear or tailored jackets-from council member's Keith Powers' cable knit coat by Tod + Tom to Executive Director of the NYC Office of Nightlife Jeffrey Garcia's
What am I talking about? Let's start with the basics: The first day of school is the first day of the worst part of the year for those of us who get around on foot or on a bike. It is the day when tens of thousands of car drivers return to the streets from whatever vacation home to which they had decamped. It is the day when roads congest, when calm evaporates, when drivers wound.
The scam led to ATMs across New York City being depleted of $17 million over just three days, with fraudulent activities mainly targeting the Summer Youth Employment Program participants.
NYC residents can pay what they wish at the American Museum of Natural History, perfect for spending hours indoors among dinosaurs, gems, and immersive exhibits.
Cole Palmer, Chelsea's forward, shone in the Club World Cup final against Paris Saint-Germain, leaving a significant impression on fans and observers alike.
At WatchHouse, the latest coffee outlet in NYC, an exquisite pour-over coffee is priced at an astonishing $52, making it one of the city's priciest brews.
The overwhelming condition of public litter baskets in various neighborhoods is raising concerns about cleanliness as overflowing trash spills onto streets and sidewalks.
John Summit's Experts Only Festival will take place on Randall's Island in NYC this September, showcasing a diverse lineup of artists and creating an immersive experience for attendees.
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