Monday, September 28, 2009

The Staten Island Museum

(Staten Island Museum / Staten Island Institute of Arts & Sciences; 75 Stuyvesant Pl.; Staten Island, NY 10301)
The collections in The Staten Island Museum date back from the early 1900’s and include an amazing range of periods and styles. The museum hosts an exhibit that reflects the deep culture, history, and people of Staten Island as well as art from other countries. Be sure to check out what they have to offer in Staten Island.

Rock of Ages Musical

(Brooks Atkinson Theatre; 256 West 47th Street; 9/28/2009)
Top 40 hit songs from the 80’s are the core composition of this exciting musical performance which features American Idol's Constantine Maroulis as the lead, Amy Spanger (The Wedding Singer, Kiss Me Kate) and James Carpinello (Saturday Night Fever) as members of the cast. Visitors might want to dig out old Eighties trends, big hair, headbands, leg warmers, for this show. The storyline tells the tales of iconic Eighties groups like Bon Jovi, Journey, Asia and Whitesnake to a great soundtrack.

Clinton Concert Series

(June 8 – September 28, 2009; Every Monday; Hudson River Park; Twelfth Avenue at W. 59th St.)
The Clinton Concert Series is a free soul and jazz music session held at The Hudson River Park every Monday. Enjoy the soothing sounds with a homemade picnic and some bubbly while watching the sun set on the gleaming Hudson River.

Friday, September 25, 2009

Magna Carta and The Foundations of Freedom

(Fraunces Tavern Museum; (212) 425-1776; 54 Pearl St.)
The magnificent journey of The Magna Carta is presented in this exhibit which chronicles the important document’s travels from England through New York and beyond. The 800 year old piece of work has almost the entire history of democracy in its writing and is an honor to learn about.

MOVA: Museum of Vampyric Artifacts

(Noho Event Center; 623 Broadway; 09/25/2009)
Just in time for Halloween, the fictional Museum of Vampyric Artifacts presents a haunted house like no other which features various forms of media and antiques related to vampires including mysterious newspaper clippings and photographs. During the day, visitors can explore the vampire set filled with interesting artifacts in each exhibit perfect for people of all ages.

Friday, September 18, 2009

Friday Night Movie Sitting

(Mamulu; 232 N. 12th St., Brooklyn, NY; Every Friday; 4p.m.-9p.m.)
MamalĂș’s Drop-Off Service is designed to make life a little easier for parents who look forward to Friday date nights. They watch children up to age 6, provide snacks and provide movie entertainment under a watchful eye of course.

Blackout Film Festival

(New York Information Technology Center; School of Visual Arts; 55 Broad Street
Saturday, September 19, 2009; 1 hr and 30 mins)

The 2009 Blackout Film Festival is a “surprisingly lighthearted compilation of films about the current economic recession” which explores the recession as a theme, backdrop, story or motivation for filmmakers. The results are a variety of genres ranging from documentaries to animated short films which inspire interesting reflective moments for the audience.

Harlem Postcards

(Studio Museum in Harlem; 144 W. 125th St.; www.studiomuseuminharlem.org)
The Studio Museum’s exhibit entitled “Harlem Postcards” is a series of works that showcases contemporary artists with diverse backgrounds that are an excellent reflection of Harlem. Harlem Postcards' offers fresh and intimate perspectives about the historic and cherished streets of this infamous neighborhood. The 2009 series hosts images captured by Nicole Cherubini, Arnold J. Kemp, Lorna Simpson and Lan Tuazon.

Tuesday, September 15, 2009

Sunset Jazz Tuesdays

(The Empire Roof Lounge; 44 West 63rd Street; Sep 15- Nov 10)
Enjoy some relaxing jazz tunes with friends on NYC’s swankiest rooftop every Tuesday evening from 6:30p.m.- 9:30p.m. Be sure to RSVP for this free event and enjoy a cash bar.
RSVP here: http://sunsetjazzandcocktails.eventbrite.com/
Facebook RSVP: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=132283175427&ref=ts

Katharine Hepburn: In Her Own Files

(New York Public Library for the Performing Arts; 40 Lincoln Center Plaza; www.nypl.org; Sep 15- Oct 10)
The New York Public Library has acquired the personal theatrical documents of Katharine Hepburn which will be previewed for the first time in a new exhibition entitled “Katharine Hepburn: In Her Own Files.”

Friday, September 11, 2009

9/11 Memorial

In remembrance of September 11th, you can visit the recently opened 9/11 Memorial Preview Site which is built on top on Ground Zero. Participants can share their personal 9/11 stories and experiences while remembering those who were lost during this tragedy. (Please note: The site is free to visit and open seven days a week, however on September 10 and 11 it is closed off for families of 9/11 victims and first responders.)

The September Concert

The September Concert is an effort to use the universal language of music in order to promote global unity and peace. The series will host hundreds of free concerts around the world including NYC where the first concert will take place on September 11th, 2009. Different musical genres will be presented including classical, rock, jazz and pop. Visit www.septemberconcert.org for more information.

AIA Memorial Exhibit

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) is presenting a showcase of exactly what the 9/11 memorial and museum will look like when completed. The musuem, "A Space Within: The National September 11 Memorial & Museum" is a part of the 9/11 Memorial Preview Site. Stop by to see the future of the World Trade Center site.

Thursday, September 3, 2009

Never Forgotten

On Nov 1, 2009 in New York City’s Harbor, the USS New York will make a much anticipated appearance. The huge ship is constructed from 24 tons of scrap steel from the World Trade Center and is the fifth of its class in warships specifically designed for special missions. The ship can carry a crew of around 360 sailors and 700 combat-ready Marines to be delivered ashore by helicopters and assault craft. Be sure to stop by and pay your respects for a day that will never be forgotten.

Wednesday, September 2, 2009

2009 U.S. Open

(USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center at Flushing Meadows Corona Park; Meridian Rd. at Grand Central Pkwy., Queens, NY 11368)
One of the best competitive events that NYC hosts is the U.S. Open and this year, the tournament will attract thousands of eager spectators and tennis fanatics. The crowd will all flock to the 22,000 seat Arthur Ashe Stadium to watch superstar players like Maria Sharapova and the Williams sisters play on the USTA National Tennis Center’s eighteen outdoor courts. Game, set, match.

Schedule
8/31 - Men's First Round; Women's First Round
9/1 - Men's First Round; Women's First Round
9/2 - Men's First and Second Round; Women's Second Round
9/3 - Men's Second Round; Women's Second Round
9/4 - Men's Second Round; Women's Third Round
9/5 - Men's Third Round; Women's Third Round
9/6 - Men's Third Round; Women's Fourth Round
9/7 - Men's Fourth Round; Women's Fourth Round
9/8 - Men's Fourth Round; Women's Quarterfinals
9/9 - Men's Quarterfinals; Women's Quarterfinals
9/10 - Men's Quarterfinals; Mixed Doubles Final
9/11 - Women's Semifinals; Men's Doubles Final
9/12 - Men's Semifinals; Women's Finals
9/13 - Men's Finals; Women's Doubles Semifinals

Human Origins

(American Museum of Natural History; Central Park West at 79th St., New York, NY 10024; Daily, 10a.m.-5:45p.m.)

The American Museum of Natural History is displaying skeletons and dioramas of the human body along with Neanderthal skulls discovered in 1856 and a vial of regenerated Neanderthal DNA. This fascinating exhibit is both informative and explains the origins of the human skeletal structure.