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Christmas Spectacular 2024: How to buy tickets to see the Rockettes live
In the spirit of Christmas in July, the Rockettes are giving their fans the best gift of all. The much loved “Christmas Spectacular” will begin at New York City’s Radio City Music Hall on Nov. 8 and will wrap up on Jan. 5, 2025. The Radio City...
Looking for better sleep? Ikea unveils ‘sleepeasy’ in NYC popup
Ikea U.S. is unveiling today The Ikea Sleepeasy, an immersive experience showcasing the new range of affordable products and solutions to enable better sleep. For two weekends in August, the furniture brand’s interactive exhibition will walk its New York visitors through the six sleep essentials – comfort, light, temperature, sound, air quality and decluttering – that contribute to better sleep.
Action Environmental Launches Website to Guide NYC Businesses Through Commercial Waste Zone Implementation
NEW YORK -- Action Environmental Services, Inc. ("Action"), a leading innovator and provider of solid waste and recycling services in New York City, today announced the launch of a new website, actioncarting.com, to help businesses navigate the upcoming implementation of the city's Commercial Waste Zone (CWZ) program. As NYC's most awarded commercial waste hauler, Action's website offers a centralized resource for reliable and up-to-date information on the CWZ program. It also provides a streamlined platform for businesses to connect with the waste and recycling solutions they need, obtain a quote, or contact a zoning expert to help with the transition.
Wells Fargo washing hands of aging APF office building
APF Properties’ lender at 24 West 57th Street has had enough. After giving the owner of the New York Gallery Building two modifications and two extensions on its $60 million loan, the bank filed to foreclose on the aging Plaza District showroom and office space known as the New York Gallery Building.
The Breitling Endurance Pro 38 Is the Perfect Watch for the Serious Athlete
Much as we watch nerds tout the benefits of mechanical (and particularly automatic) movements — you never have to worry about a dead battery, etc. — the truth is that a well-built, inexpensive quartz movement will generally dance circles around a mechanical counterpart with respect to accuracy. This is doubly true of a technology such as Breitling’s thermo-compensated SuperQuartz, which the brand says is 10 times more accurate than your average, run-of-the-mill battery-powered movement. Combine this with a durable case, a useful timing complication, an excellent feature set and attractive colors, and you’ve got a recipe for a watch that the masses would be genuinely delighted to strap on.
Storms threaten NYC area with flooding rains, then smothering heat returns
Keep the umbrellas handy. The unsettled weather pattern that kicked off the week is sticking around. Expect showers and a chance of thunderstorms throughout the day Wednesday. Some of the storms may produce isolated, flooding downpours, but the threat is not considered widespread. Highs temperatures will be in the 80s...
Talent thrives at Juilliard during summer months
A group of aspiring dancers are spending time in a dance studio at The Juilliard School. The dancers are learning more about the Horton technique, developed by legendary dancer and choreographer Lester Horton. Their instructor is Milton Myers, who specializes in teaching the technique. “He is a master teacher in...
New York Lawmakers Call for Police Commissioner to Be Stripped of Power to Bury Brutality Cases
The City Council members’ call for reform comes after a ProPublica investigation revealed that NYPD Commissioner Edward Caban had repeatedly short-circuited disciplinary cases against officers accused of abuse.
Kavanagh to doubters of female leadership: ‘Have you ever met a woman?’
When it comes to doubters of the potential of female leaders, New York City Fire Department Commissioner Laura Kavanagh put it simply: “If I’m being honest, have you ever met a woman?”. The FDNY’s first woman leader, who’s leaving the job next month, delivered a passionate endorsement of...
Akrinos Announces Business Builder Live in Las Vegas
Top Line: Akrinos has announced Business Builder: Pathways to Success for Modern ECPs live in Las Vegas. Close Up: Building on the success of the inaugural Business Builder in New York City in March of this year, Business Builder Live in Las Vegas will take place Wednesday, September 18 at Renowned Events. The day of expert-led business workshops and collaborative breakouts provides attendees with the business acumen and insights they need to achieve their next business milestone in private practice: starting or purchasing their first practice; growing or scaling their established business; and partnering or transitioning their legacy practice with the next generation of independent ownership.
to Lincoln Center July 31
Jaime Lozano & The Familia return to Lincoln Center July 31 at 6:00 PM with a new show entitled ¿Bailamos?. The evening of music, dance, and storytelling with Lozano and friends showcases a fusion of Mexican sounds, salsa, cumbia, and musical theatre. The event will feature special guests and...
Women In Optometry Tackles Ocular Health With NutraSmoothies Video Series
NEW YORK—Women In Optometry has launched Ocular NutraSmoothies, a unique video series and recipe book focused on highlighting the natural nutrients also found in Ocuvite. The video series features Julie Poteet, OD, MS, CNS, FOWNS, preparing individual NutraSmoothies designed to support different ocular needs from dry eye and age-related macular degeneration (AMD) to conditions caused by oxidative stress and excessive blue light exposure. NutraSmoothies is supported by Bausch + Lomb, maker of Ocuvite. Each video is designed to help eyecare providers assist their patients with increasing their intake of dietary nutrients with an appropriate Ocuvite formula as needed.
Brownies & Lemonade Takeover at Under the K Bridge Featuring Alison Wonderland, Madeon, Wavedash, and More
Brownies & Lemonade is set to make a massive return to New York City scene with a one-night-only event on September 27th. The brand is bringing its signature blend of eclectic electronic music to the unique outdoor venue, Under the K Bridge. Nestled beneath the iconic Kosciuszko Bridge in Brooklyn, this is NYC’s hottest new venue. Presented by EMW along with Closed Sessions, Microbender and Pulse Events, the one night event will be bringing out some of the industry’s most prominent artists.
NYC public bathroom map from Manhattan Borough President offers 140+ spots
Want to know where to go when you've got to, well, go?. New York City is looking to help. Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine's office distributed a new guide Tuesday as part of an initiative addressing the city's public restroom shortage. City leaders launched a map that pinpoints public restrooms...
Spike Lee Tapped New York University Students For A Recent Campaign
Vitaminwater has launched a new campaign, titled “Vitaminwater from New York,” to celebrate New York City and the city’s diverse voices. The campaign highlights a series of short films, “Energy of New York,” “Color of New York” and “Taste of New York,” directed by film students at New York City University, selected by Spike Lee.… Continue reading Spike Lee Tapped New York University Students For A Recent Campaign
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