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Hotel Restaurants Fear for Their Future Following Controversial New Bill
Hotel restaurateurs and the New York City Hospitality Alliance have been on high alert the past week due to the introduction of a controversial bill. Framed as a safety and cleanliness issue, it pits hotel restaurant owners against members of New York City Council and the politically powerful hotel workers’ union representing over 30,000 hotel and casino employees in New York and New Jersey.
BADBADNOTGOOD announce Blue Note Jazz Club residency
BADBADNOTGOOD have announced a four night, eight show residency in NYC, happening at Blue Note Jazz Club on September 16, 17, 18, and 19, with 8 PM and 10:30 PM shows each night. “We’ve always wanted to perform at the legendary Blue Note Jazz Club,” they write, adding that they’ll be “performing with our expanded Mid Spiral ensemble, and who knows who else!” Tickets go on sale Friday, August 2 at 10 AM local, with an artist presale happening now (use the password MIDSPIRAL).
The 9th MAC to School Weekend Will Be Held on Saturday and Sunday, September 28 and 29, at Don’t Tell Mama and Studios 353
Celebrating its 9th year, The Manhattan Association of Cabarets (MAC) will hold its MAC to School weekend event on Saturday and Sunday, September 28 and 29, at Don’t Tell Mama and Studios 353 in Manhattan.. The two-day interactive cabaret symposium features master classes, panel discussions, seminars, workshops and showcases. MAC to School’s sessions feature cabaret performers, directors, musical directors, ensemble musicians and booking managers from NYC and beyond.
Pets can now join their owners for brunch at Jams at 1 Hotel Central Park
Sign up for our amNewYork email newsletter to get news, updates, and local insights delivered straight to your inbox!. Chef Jonathan Waxman at Jams at 1 Hotel Central Park has prepared a special brunch seasonal menu, Dog Days of Summer, catering to the beloved furry creatures. The menu includes three...
In a violent 12-hour period, at least 11 people shot and one killed in NYC
In just a span of 12 hours, from Monday to early Tuesday, New York City witnessed a disturbing surge of gun violence, with at least 11 people getting shot. Sadly, one of the victims lost their life, marking one of the deadliest stretches of gun violence witnessed in the city this summer.
Gang Of Seven Wanted For Robbing And Attacking Older Adult In Fordham Manor
The NYPD is seeking assistance from the public in identifying the individuals shown in the attached video and photos. They are wanted in connection with a robbery and assault that took place in Fordham Manor. On July 26th at approximately 3:20 a.m., authorities reported that the situation had occurred. According...
Mayor Adams Nominates Randy Mastro as NYC’s Top Lawyer
New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced the nomination of Randy Mastro to head the city’s law department on Tuesday, July 30th. Mastro, a partner at the law firm King & Spalding and former deputy mayor under Rudy Giuliani from 1994 to 1998, has been chosen to serve as the corporation counsel.
Looking for better sleep? Ikea unveils ‘sleepeasy’ in NYC popup
CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa. — 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 home furnishings retailer’s interactive exhibition will walk its New York visitors through the six sleep essentials...
News from the "Summer Playground"
Good day dear readers. I'm Gail Ciampa, Journal food and dining editor. I'm catching up today with some of the news that dropped earlier this month while I was away. Chefs from Newport, Middletown and Bristol cooked for a James Beard Foundation dinner in New York City on July 18. That's a...
Early Addition: There's no way an Olympian named Spiff Sedrick wasn't winning a medal
Because Spiff took it to the house on the last play of the bronze medal rugby game, here are your early links: Big pigeon sculpture, 100 big elephant sculptures, a really big rubber ducky and more. [ more › ]
Heat advisory returns for NYC area. How long will it last?
NEW YORK -- Most the New York City area is back under a heat advisory Wednesday, and it's expected to last for days. We've also got a better chance of showers today, unfortunately. After a rather dry Tuesday, pop-up showers will speckle the Tri-State Area this afternoon, maybe even a thunderstorm or two. So, it won't be a washout, but have the umbrella handy just in case. Outside of that, it will be hot and muggy again with feel like temps in the low to mid 90s. That said, the NWS has issued a Heat Advisory for the city and immediate suburbs,...
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...
French literature shines at Villa Albertine bookstore in New York
NEW YORK (NEXSTAR) — Just across from Central Park on the Upper East Side of New York, you can find a little slice of France. Marielena Balouris, an Olympic correspondent for Nexstar’s WAVY, decided to take a tour in honor of this year’s Summer Games taking place in and around the French capital.
Celebrate Harry Potter’s birthday with deals at NYC exhibit – with a catch
HERALD SQUARE, Manhattan (PIX11) — Wednesday marks a magical day for one of the world’s most famous wizards. July 31 is Harry Potter’s birthday and in honor of the young wizard, Harry Potter: The Exhibition in NYC at Herald Square is celebrating. Anyone named Harry gets free admission to the exhibit starting at 11 a.m. […]
Green Thumbs Can Grab Free Compost in Greenpoint
The New York City Department of Sanitation (DSNY) will open a new compost distribution site at 459 N. Henry Street in Greenpoint, making it easier for city gardeners to access free, high-quality compost. Starting August 3, the new Greenpoint Compost Giveback Site will be open on Wednesdays from 5pm to...
NYC Civic Org is Educating Teen Voters About Online Political Misinformation
As political misinformation and disinformation intensify online, civic organizations are tackling media illiteracy among young people ahead of the November presidential election. A Deloitte survey found that over half of Gen Z teens get their news from social media, and a poll last year found that 60% of 13- to 17-year-olds are likely to believe […]
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