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Canoe
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The
Theatre Of The Riverside Church Presents: |
Summer Solstice Celebration
at Socrates Sculpture Park in Long Island City
Thursday, June 21, 2007
5:00 pm – Sunset (rain or shine)
FREE
Bring your friends and family to Socrates Sculpture Park's 6th annual Solstice event to welcome the summer and celebrate the longest day of the year!
Be creative in special solstice artmaking workshops with artists from Materials for the Arts, The Noguchi Museum, The Queens Museum of Art, and Socrates Sculpture Park; listen to live salsa music by JoJo and The Latin All Stars and traditional music of indigenous tribes from the Andes by Yarina; have fun with Free Style Arts Association; get your face painted by Agostino Arts and Transformation! Face Painting; participate in a special solstice ritual performed by Urban Shaman Mama Donna; enjoy summer music from solstice DJ Jonny Fego; sample foods from local restaurants, have a picnic and enjoy the view as the sun sets over the Manhattan skyline!
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Solstice
in Times Square: (as
provided by Times Square Bid)
Time Square Alliance in association with Dancers Responding to AIDS presents a free performance featuring some of the best dance that NYC has to offer - in the heart of Times Square! |
Annual
Mermaid Parade in Coney Island, Brooklyn
June 23, 2007 beginning at 2:00 pm
Takes place from Surf Ave from 17th Avenue to W. 8th Street @ Coney
Island
You can learn about registering for this parade by visiting the official
Coney Island website and obtaining more details. Mind you,
this parade is followed by the Mermaid Parade Ball which is a
ticketed item offering tickets from $10 to $50 (VIP)
The
Mermaid Parade Ball - The Annual Mermaid Parade Ball is the perfect
way to chill out after the parade. Join them for the air-conditioned
splendor of club Velocity, located in the historic Henderson's Building,
for a beautiful evening of Mermaid Parade afterglow.
5-11 pm at Velocity, 3015
Stillwell Ave. (opposite Nathan's),
Tickets $10, VIPS $50
http://www.mermaidparadeball.com
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BRONX
WEEK ‘07 STRONG-ARMS: THE COMPETITION Spectators are invited to watch or compete for Bronx Week’s
strongest arm, as Bronx Borough President Adolfo Carrion, Jr.
and The Bronx Tourism Council present the 24th Annual 'BronxBoro’ Golden
Arm Wrestling Championships for beginners and amateurs. |
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Rumble
on the River at Pier 84 (44th Street) Thursday June 26 Here's a newly recurring event which should interest alot of New Yorkers! Amateur Boxing takes form underneath the Setting Sun. See who's got the best dukes and jabs! Brought forth by the Church Street Boxing Gym! There'll also be cold Beer and a live DJ on hand. |
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PRIDE
WEEK 2007 - Gay & Lesbian Heritage of Pride Celebrations Learn more about this year's Gay Lesbian Bisexual Transgender Pride Celebrations taking place in NYC as tens of thousands if not hundreds of thousands of folks from near and far come to our city to take part in related celebrations, marches and more. |
Madison
Square Park Events
Introducing this newly added page featuring upcoming Summer Events
for the 2005 season. There'll be Concerts, Activities and Performances
for the little ones (yes we're referring to the kids) and Art in
the Park. So amongst the many things to do and enjoy this Summer
Madison Square Park is sure to not be left out on the fun. So come
on down and join in! Won't ya'?
You can visit the following to learn more about these events:
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Madison Square Park Events Page
- Main Madison
Square Park Page
- The Official
Madison Square Park Conservancy Site
Hudson River
Park Events and Film Festival for 2007
Oh yeah!!! You know it's almost Summer when all those wonderful activities
are taking root and sprouting for all to enjoy at the West Side's Hudson
River Park along where? Well the Hudson River Silly! Oh, there'll be
so much to enjoy! From dancing and concerts to films, fishing, barbecues
and even a fireworks display! That's just the way we like it and so will
you!!!
So visit the following to learn more:
- Films
at Hudson River Park
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All other Events there
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Shakespeare Festivals 2007 taking place in NYC The Great Bard comes to life in Manhattan as performances are presented here and there. From Inwood Hill Park in Upper Manhattan, to Central Park and beyond. There's plenty for all to enjoy! So take a look at what'll be happening:
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Downtown River to River Festival Details regarding the 2007 Downtown NYC River to River Festival
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Mondays
at Sunset on Bryant Park - Bryant Park 2007 Film Festival
42nd Street and 6th Avenue
The Bryant Park Film Festival begins in June and continues every Monday
night through August. Join in and enjoy this outdoor venue wherein you
can lay atop the lawn and take in a classic movie. This year's Film Fest
begins with 'The Way We Were' starring those two legends, Robert Redford
and Barbra Streisand.
Movies begin at dusk, and Tuesdays are rain dates.
Schedule for this event can be found at Bryant
Park Mondays at Sunset Film Festival Page.
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Quick
Chek New Jersey Festival of Ballooning in Readington, NJ Take part in the spectacle to end all others wherein years past millions of folks have witnesses the launching of balloon after balloon into the expansive skies of New Jersey. For over 22 years this festival has wowed spectactors with its tons and tons of balloons on a 250-acre site. Taking place in Readington, New Jersey you're bound to ooh and aah as these masters of the sky take one and all's breaths away. This festival will take place over a 3 day span and last year featured such balloon shapes as the Quick Chek Eagle, Pepsi Super Can, Energizer Bunny, the Benihana and many others. Of course one can only believe that this year's shapes and sizes will be a treat for all. So if you're ready to be awed and want an escape that'll thrill you then visit this page put up by New Yorkled. |
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Free/Cheap
Concerts for Spring & Summer From Chelsea Piers to the South Street Seaport, from various locations in Central Park to up and down the avenue here and there, from the Bronx to Brooklyn there's so much in the way of musical offerings which go on every year in NYC. As in years past there'll be all those musical events through Celebrate Brooklyn! Of course Central Park will play host to plenty of concerts from the Harlem Meer Music Festival and SummerStage to the Naumburg Bandshell Offerings and Philharmonic Performances to be carried out here as well as at other major NYC Parks. Chelsea Piers will have its own musical affairs every Saturday and Sunday afternoon and South Street Seaport will be jamming our socks off 'till we just can't rock no more...'and then some! The River to River Festival will have entertainment galore all over Lower Manhattan and there'll be concerts and other cultural items of interest for all at other boroughs, parks and city squares. SO, come along and join New Yorkled in its Celebration of New York City! Visit the New Yorkled Free/Cheap Concerts page that's been updated with much more to come! |
Victorian
Gardens in Central Park 2007
'continuing through the Summer
Hey! What says New York more than an actual Amusement Park smack in the middle
of the city? 'Or how about Central Park for that matter? Yup, It's back! Within
Wollman Rink once again will be all those great rides for the entire family.
Mind you they're not necessarily for kids since yours truly had the fine experience
of riding their rides last Summer and boy, I'll tell ya'. It was quite what the
doctor ordered!
So
to learn more, visit the Victorian Gardens Page on New Yorkled
to read all about it!
~~ Past Events ~~
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20th
Annual ISI Figure Skating Competition at Chelsea Piers Friday through Sunday June 1 - 3, 2007 Hundreds of amateur figure skaters from all over the world test their skills in one of Sky Rink's annual figure skating competitions. The Sky Rink ISI Team Competition is the largest ISI competition on the East Coast and is open to competitors of all ages. There are even special 'Spin Challenge' and 'Jump Challenge' events that are US Figure Skating friendly. For more information, contact Sky Rink. Sky Rink at Chelsea Piers, Pier 61 |
Reebok Grand Prix
at Icahn Stadium on Randall's Island
June 2
Icahn Stadium at Randall's Island will be host to many of the world's
premier track & field athletes at the Reebok Grand Prix. The only
outdoor East Coast meet that offers head-to-head competition among
world-class athletes will be headlined by Olympic Gold medalists Justin
Gatlin, Veronica Campbell, Meseret Defar and Tonique Darling
For tickets, please visit www.ReebokGrandPrix.com
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The
Central Park Challenge for People with Disabilities On Saturday, June 2nd 2007 … Join us in celebration of the abilities of all people! People with disabilities, families and friends, and the New York community will walk side by side and raise funds for individuals with disabilities to have the support they need to thrive in our community. The Central Park Challenge is New York City’s largest and most visible event supporting people with developmental and learning disabilities. Visit the official site for more details |
Japan Day at Central Park
June 3 from 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
The Japanese Community in New York along with the suppor of the Cnosulate General of japane in New york will host, for the first time, a memorable "Japan Day @ Central Park". At this event, taking place from 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, you will be able to experience various aspects of Japanese culture: beautiful calligraphy, world renowned "Karaoke", hallmark state-of-the-art electronics and lots more!!! There'll also be music, food dance and more!
To learn even further about this great event visit the official site at: http://www.japandaynyc.org/
Parade in Celebration of the 2,551st Buddhist
Vesak Festival
June 9
3:00 to 5:00 pm
The parade takes place Saturday, June 9, 2007, from 3:00 – 5:00
p.m., starting at Mott & Canal Streets, winding through Mott Street,
Chatham Square, East Broadway, Market Street, and ending at Division & Bowery.
The parade will be attended by chanting Buddhist monks and nuns in their
traditional ceremonial robes, lay Buddhists in traditional robes, colorful
dancing lions, and Chinese drummers. Learn more at the Explore Chinatown
website.
Fourth Annual
Big Apple Barbecue Block Party at Madison
Square Park
Saturday & Sunday, June 9-10
Noon - 6:00 pm
Madison Avenue & Madison Square Park
Learn more here: www.bigapplebbq.org
as to whether or not tickets will be needed....'and if so then how to
get them?
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Annual
Staten Island Irish Fair Cost $10 at the gate was from last. We're not sure about the cost if any for 2007 |
El Barrio Week
June 2 - 12, 2007
Here is a celebration of the culture and life which exists in the Latin Community
of El Barrio (Spanish Harlem). There'll be music, food, art and more at various
locales. Take a look at the web site of the East Harlem Board of Tourism, www.eastharlemtourism.org,
for more information.
Lunar Stages in Chinatown's Columbus Park Beginning at 7:00 p.m. each night, enjoy pre-show activities, including tai chi, roving puppets, and interactive art projects. Performances begin at 7:45. Films begin at sundown.
For more information, visit www.LunarStages.com |
Taste of Times Square
June 11
5:00 - 8:30 pm
This item takes place aong West 46th Street between Broadway and Ninth
Avenue, including historic Restaurant Row
Admission is free but Taste of Times Square tickets can be purchased
at the event and are redeemable for "tastes" and beverages at each of
the booths. The main ticket booth at 46th Street and Broadway opens at
3:00 pm; other booths throughout the neighborhood at 5:00 pm.
On hand there'll also be live entertainment and a chance to enjoy yourselves
greatly.
To keep up to date in case of cancellations and such visit the official
Times Square BID Site at: www.timessquarenyc.org
Museum
Mile Festival 2007 - Annual Celebration
Tuesday, June 12th from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm (Rain or Shine)
Rain or Shine and FREE
During this special celebration one will have
the chance to visit all the museums on Museum Mile (5th Avenue) from
about 82nd - 104th Streets.
Special exhibitions and works from permanent collections will be on
view inside the museums and live music from jazz to Broadway tunes
to string quartets will be featured in front of each museum. Additional
street entertainers will perform along Fifth Avenue all evening. For
further information please contact the event office at 212-606-2296. Visit
the official site for additional info and also visit New
Yorkled's Museum Pages to learn about the many Art sites of the great
city that is New York City!
Caribbean Week 2007 in NYC
June 9 - 17
Here's a celebration of almost everything Caribbean.
From Tourism Officials and chefs to performers and more.
Why not visit the official site to learn more?
Second Annual
Adventures NYC at the Central Park Bandshell
Saturday, June 15 from 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Hike, climb, bike and paddle your way across New York City with 2007's
Adventures NYC. Presented by the Department of Parks and Recreation
and Backpacker Magazine, New Yorkers can experience the outdoors with
a variety of different activities and events. Please
visit www.nyc.gov/parks for
more information on borough events.
Celebrate Birth Picnic in Prospect Park
Sunday, June 16
12:00 - 4:00 pm
We’re planning a fun-filled
day of games, activities, crafts, and “Birth day” cake
for everyone in attendance. Last year’s picnic in Central
Park drew over
200 attendees, and this year as we move to Prospect Park in Brooklyn,
we expect more families to join us. We have a large
area in the Tennis House South that is easily accessible and gets plenty
of foot traffic.
Be sure to visit their site for more information and sponsorship opportunities.
65th
Annual Sweden Day … a ‘Midsummer’ Tradition right
here in New York
Saturday, June 16, 2007
Outdoor Patio, Swedish Menu, Outdoor Bar & Grill, Kid’s Activities,
Games on the beach, Traditional Dancing around the Midsummerpole, Inground
pool, Miss Sweden Day Contest
Taking place at Manhem Club, 658 Clarence Avenue, Throgs Neck, New
York in the Bronx
The following is from last year:
Park Opens at 11:00 am, Main Program at 3:00 pm
Admission Fee: $10/Adults, Kids accompanied by adult are free
Visit the official site: http://www.swedenday.com
5th Annual Pasta
Eating Contest in Little Italy
Saturday, June 30 at 4:00 pm
in front of Sal Anthony’s SPQR Restaurant on Mulberry Street.
This Annual Little Italy Tuttorosso Pasta Eating Contest, features
waiters from local restaurants and cafes.
Visit the following for other items of interest in the area: http://littleitalynyconline.org
5th
Annual Taste of Health at Lincoln Plaza
Won't be taking place this year in NYC.
It will be postponed until 2008
Visit
this special page put up on New Yorkled regarding this special event!
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Visit the New York City Posters Page for a listing of Posters and Prints of NYC.
You'll have a thrill just viewing them if you don't end up buying one! That's for sure!
"Life is not measured by the number
of breaths we take,
but by the moments that take our breath away.
For as we all grow older, we realize,
it is not the things we did in Life which we often regret,
but the things we did not do."
4th of July Fireworks Cruises |
The BEAST SpeedBoat
Ride |
"The desire to accomplish something great is resolved in
your will to succeed. Succeed and you'll have removed all doubt.
The question remains in whether you doubt your ability to succeed.
Overcome that
and the world might be yours to give & share."
The
BEAST SpeedBoat Ride |
"Be Not Afraid of Growing Slowly, Be Afraid Only of Standing Still"
Visit the New York City Posters Page for a listing of Posters and Prints of NYC.
You'll have a thrill just viewing them if you don't end up buying one! That's for sure!
The
BEAST SpeedBoat Ride |
"Everyone Loses Faith at least once in their Life.
The key is to hang in there...For you will gain your faith once again...in
yourself and/or in whatever it is that matters to you!"
Remember this one thought amongst
so many others:
"You may be only one person in the world,
but you may also be the world to one person."
Give and Give and Give and may all eternity
and the world itself be yours to give again!
The
BEAST SpeedBoat Ride |
Corretta Scottt King:
“Hate is too great a burden to bear. It injures the hater more
than it injures the hated.”
The
BEAST SpeedBoat Ride |
