17 DAYS FESTIVAL At Trinity Wall Street
Thursday, June 2 – Sunday, June 19
Trinity Wall Street celebrates the 165th anniversary of the consecration of its neo-Gothic church building in 1846 with its 17 Days Festival. Beginning with Ascension Day on June 2nd and ending with Trinity Sunday on June 19th, everyone is invited to come to Trinity Church, St. Paul’s Chapel and Charlotte’s Place to be inspired by worship, classes, music, art, community events and family fun, volunteering, and more.
Kids Spring Fest 2011
in Manhattan's Madison Square Park
Saturday, June 4
from 10:30 am - 1:30 pm
Join the Madison Square Park Conservancy for a fabulous day of family-friendly fun activities at the Spring Kids Fest in Madison Square Park.
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Annual ISI Figure Skating Competition
at Chelsea Piers
Friday through Sunday
June 3 - 5, 2011
For 24 years, 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 and skating levels. There are even special events that are US Figure Skating friendly. This event is free to the public to come and cheer on the skaters who range in age from 3 years to 83 years of age.
Sky Rink at Chelsea Piers, Pier 61
212-336-6100, ext. 6156 |
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The
Central Park Challenge for People with Disabilities
On Saturday, June 4, 2011
… Join them 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 |
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Internet Week
New York
June 6 – 13, 2011
Venues citywide
Now in its fourth year, Internet Week New York, presented by Yahoo!, has become one of the world’s top events celebrating digital culture and a global showcase for New York City’s resurgent technology industry. |
Taste of Times Square
18th Annual Outdoor Food And Music Festival At The Crossroads Of The World
Monday, June 6, 5:00 - 9:00 pm
“Taste of Times Square” – an annual outdoor food and music festival -- organized by the Times Square Alliance, will offer a sampling of the neighborhood’s most popular restaurants on the Broadway Plazas, between 42nd and 47th Street in Times Square.
There will also be live entertainment and special musical guests.
The food festival has no admission fee. Each “taste” ticket is $1 with most dishes ranging from $1-$5. Tickets will be available for purchase on the day of event and in advance at the Times Square Visitor Center and mini-museum on 7th Ave. between 46th and 47th Streets.
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The Riverside Theatre Presents:
13th Annual New York Family Arts Festival
In Celebration Of Cultural Diversity And Family
Saturday, June 11 - Sunday, June 26
Festival Celebrates the Family through Exciting Multicultural Performances and Activities
All Festival events are free of charge to attend.
All Festival events and activities will feature not only established artists, but new, up and coming talent as well. The Festival continues to empower and celebrate family through fun culturally innovative performances, workshops and dialogues offering opportunities to share creative experiences and expand cultural sharing. The Festival will feature performances from multicultural artists and interactive workshops ranging from dance and storytelling to music and theater. |
Museum
Mile Festival 2011 - Annual Celebration
Tuesday, June 14 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 - 105th 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!
Saturday June 11-12
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Location:
777 Seaview Avenue and Father Capodanno Blvd.
South Beach Staten Island
There will be free parking a the South Beach lot with a free shuttle bus running all day. Also, paid ($3) parking is available in the Fairgrounds for approx 300 vehicles. |
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Annual
Staten Island Irish Fair
To Benefit the St. Columcille Irish Cultural Center of Staten Island
June 11 - June 12
Cost is $10 at the gate and $8 in advance.
Children under 12 are admitted free when accompanied by an adult.
Spring is here and the tents are going up for the Annual
Irish Fair held on the Staten Island Rodeo Grounds.
The Fair
starts at Noon on Saturday June 11; the entertainment commences
and continues non-stop through the day...and On Sunday June 12,
Immediately following the Mass the entertainment commences and
continues non-stop until closing time at 7:30 in the evening.
You don't have to
be Irish to enjoy the mix of Irish, American, and Country
Music. A dance floor is provided for those who want
to kick up their heels to the music. If shopping is your
thing there are over 30 vendors with various Irish gifts
and crafts. Lots of food, including Fish and chips, hamburgers
and hot dogs plus other items. Beer, wine, Irish stout, soda, tea and coffee
are available. Website: http://statenirelandfair.com |
El Barrio Week
We've as yet to locate details regarding dates for this annual celebration.
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.
Ninth Annual
Big Apple Barbecue Block Party at Madison
Square Park
9th Annual
Big Apple Barbecue Block Party
in Madison Square Park
June 11 & 12
11:00 am - 6:00 pm
This item features dishes priced at $8 a plate with FastPass available for purchase.
Annual Sweden Day … a ‘Midsummer’ Tradition right
here in New York
Annual Sweden Day … a ‘Midsummer’ Tradition right here in New York
Saturday, June 18, 2011
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 Beach Club, 658 Clarence Avenue, Throgs Neck, New York in the Bronx
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
The Paul Winter Consort's Summer Solstice Concert
at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine
Saturday, June 18, 4:30 am
For it's 16th annual Summer Solstice Celebration, the Paul Winter Consort will present the world premiere of the music from their Grammy-winning album Miho: Journey to the Mountain, inspired by the architecture, landscape and antiquities of I. M. Pei's Miho Museum in the Shigaraki Mountains of Japan. Beginning in complete darkness, musicians surrounding the audience will play continuously for two hours as the Cathedral's stained-glass windows gradually illuminate with the summer sunrise.
Tickets: $35 general admission available from
Annual
Mermaid Parade in Coney Island, Brooklyn
Saturday, June 18, 2011 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 $25 to $75 (VIP)
The
Mermaid Parade Ball -
taking place in the evening.
The Annual Mermaid Parade Ball is the perfect
way to chill out after the parade. Taking place at Childs on the boardwalk. Childs Restaurant Building is located on the Boardwalk at West 21st Street.
Consumer Electronics Week in NYC
June 20 - 25, 2011
Taking place a various locales.
June 20-25 is going to be a busy week in New York City as the CE industry converges on the town for the first inaugural week-long celebration of what’s new, what’s happening and what’s coming in consumer electronics – CE Week.
Official Site
FREE. Please check website for up-to-date schedule.
www.ChildrensDayNYC.com
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Children's Day
Target Fireworks at South Street Seaport
June 25, 2011
Noon start time, concert at 8:00 pm
Rain or Shine
From a previous year:
On hand will be the
Brooklyn Philharmonic
Conducted by Music Director Michael Christie
Performing Shaker Loops by John Adams
South Street Seaport, Pier 16 and 17
New York City’s premier kids fest includes sing-alongs with Gordon from Sesame
Street, meet-and-greets with famous costumed characters, stage performances,
and hours of free entertainment. The day-long event concludes a live
performance by the Brooklyn Philharmonic and the Spectacular Target Fireworks
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Broadway
Under the Stars on the Great Lawn in Central Park
Details regarding this year's performance are still to come.
Stay tuned for information and schedule.
Find out more about Broadway Under the Stars, visit BroadwayUnderTheStars.com,
or call 212-484-1222.
Visit as well:
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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 2011
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 2011 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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Mondays
at Sunset on Bryant Park - Bryant Park 2011 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.
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
July 29 - 31, 2011
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 25 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
New
Yorkled's own compilation of all those great free/cheap concerts
in New York City.
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!
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Victorian
Gardens in Central Park 2011
'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!
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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."
"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."
"Be Not Afraid of Growing Slowly, Be Afraid Only of Standing
Still"
"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."
Corretta Scottt King:
“Hate is too great a burden to bear. It injures the hater more
than it injures the hated.”
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