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Events Celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., at these free and cheap events to attend virtually or in person, including concerts, film screenings and special programs for kids. Register Now for MLK Jr. Day of Service Turn MLK Day into a day of service by volunteering. The UJA has a page of possibilities in the Tri-State area, including packing and delivering meals to … [Read more...] about Events Celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

NYC Restaurant Week Jan.18 to Feb. 13

Foodies, rejoice. NYC Restaurant Week returns with a month - not a week - of dining deals in more than 500 restaurants in all five boroughs. Eat on the cheap, with multi-course lunches or dinners priced at $29-$59, depending on the restaurant, between Jan. 18 and Feb. 13, 2022. It’s one of the largest and longest celebration of food in the 20+ year history of NYC … [Read more...] about NYC Restaurant Week Jan.18 to Feb. 13

Black Comic Book Festival is Virtual Again in 2022

For the second year in a row, the Black Comic Book Festival is virtual, with three days of FREE online talks, workshops, cosplay and more. The 10th annual event is Jan 13-15, and brings together Blerds, bloggers, cosplay lovers, fans, families, illustrators, independent publishers, and writers for workshops, chats, and more, online only. Once again, it is presented by … [Read more...] about Black Comic Book Festival is Virtual Again in 2022

Times Square New Year’s Eve 2022 Entertainment Guide

The world's best New Year's Eve party in Times Square is ready to welcome 2022 with entertainment, silly hats and noisemakers, and the world-famous Ball Drop at midnight with fireworks and confetti. Entertainers include LL Cool J, Chloë, Journey, Karol G and the USO Show Troupe, which performs a medley including a Military Salute to US armed forces. Times Square New … [Read more...] about Times Square New Year’s Eve 2022 Entertainment Guide

Hanukkah Events in NYC & Tri-State Virtual & In-Person

Celebrate the Jewish Festival  of Lights, also known as Hanukkah – or Chanukkah. However you spell it, it's an eight-day celebration with an additional light added to a special Menorah (candelabra) each night. Put these events on your calendar to celebrate the Festival of Lights.  It begins at sundown on Sunday, Nov. 28, but some celebrations are starting before … [Read more...] about Hanukkah Events in NYC & Tri-State Virtual & In-Person

Menorah Lighting Ceremonies Hanukkah 2021

Celebrate the Jewish Festival  of Lights, also known as Hanukkah – or Chanukkah. However you spell it, it's an eight-day celebration with an additional light added to a special Menorah (candelabra) each night. It begins at sunset on Sunday, November 28, with family-friendly lighting ceremonies around NYC. Hanukkah – or Chanukkah – celebrates the miracle in the second … [Read more...] about Menorah Lighting Ceremonies Hanukkah 2021

Free Hanukkah Recipes & E-Cards

Hanukkah 2021 begins this weekend, at sundown on Sunday, Nov. 28,  and lasts for eight nights of special holiday foods, small gifts, family games, and the all-important lighting of Menorah candles. Start planning now with FREE recipes, both traditional and updated, and a variety of FREE e-cards. See our other NYC holiday articles NYC Tree Lighting … [Read more...] about Free Hanukkah Recipes & E-Cards

NYC Holiday Events: AMNH Origami Holiday Tree

It's an annual tradition at the American Museum of Natural History. The always delightful Origami Holiday Tree always opens to the public the day before Thanksgiving, and remains through the holiday season. The 2021 tree is the museum’s 50th anniversary Origami Holiday Tree. The theme of this year’s 13-foot tree is Gems of the Museum, featuring 50 specially created … [Read more...] about NYC Holiday Events: AMNH Origami Holiday Tree

Atlantic Avenue Tree Lighting Ceremony

Head for Atlantic Avenue on Tuesday, Nov. 23 for the FREE annual Tree Lighting Ceremony. This is a community event, with performances by local schools and treats donated by Atlantic Avenue Merchants. It's one of several tree lighting ceremonies this week. See our complete updated list here. https://atlanticave.org/treelighting Social distancing will be … [Read more...] about Atlantic Avenue Tree Lighting Ceremony

Thanksgiving Recipes From Top Chefs & Restaurants

Here are three FREE Thanksgiving recipes to ad to your collection, and may even to your holiday table.  Pumpkin Lasagna is from a top NYC restaurant, Butternut Squash Farotto is  from a top NYC event caterer, and Cheddar Bay Biscuit Stuffing is from a national restaurant chain. Let's start with the stuffing. Red Lobster® is serving up a warm – and … [Read more...] about Thanksgiving Recipes From Top Chefs & Restaurants