Top News in NYC & Tri-State Update July 12th: NYC nail salons, massage parlors, tattoo and tanning businesses are open. Restaurants and bars are still limited to take-out and delivery and outdoor service. The High Line reopens with timed entry and reduced hours. Governors Island reopens with timed entry for ferries. Libraries in all five boroughs … [Read more...] about NYC Update: What’s Open, Closed, Cancelled, Postponed
Entertainment
20 Free Things to Do This Weekend
Looking for something interesting to do in NYC this weekend? Once again, those of us still staying at home have many choices for virtual FREE films, theater performances and concerts. The list includes Lincoln Center's streaming of the beloved Rodgers and Hammerstein musical Carousel, the last chance for Manhattanhenge 2020, and a special 230th commemoration … [Read more...] about 20 Free Things to Do This Weekend
Tribeca Drive-in Movies at Orchard Beach
The Tribeca Drive-in FREE summer outdoor movie series has moved from theater-like seating downtown to Orchard Beach, where it's a traditional vehicle-based drive-in. Films are being shown each weekend, Thursday through Sunday, through August 2nd, and are a combination of family favorites and new releases from independent filmmakers, such as would be shown at the Tribeca Film … [Read more...] about Tribeca Drive-in Movies at Orchard Beach
ICYMI: News You Missed in June
ICYMI – Here is our monthly recap of recent NYC news you might have missed during the last few weeks. As usual, our list is is a mix of good news and bad, with a combination of real estate, transportation, entertainment and shopping news. We always identify our sources, too. No fake news, sarcasm, leaks, collusion, quid pro quo, temper tantrums or witch hunts on … [Read more...] about ICYMI: News You Missed in June
Ballet Hispanico Virtual Night of Dance and Unity
Join Ballet Hispánico for Noche Unidos, a special virtual dance performance that is part of the dance company's 50th anniversary celebrations. The event includes world premiere performances and appearances by top names in music, dance and arts, including Lin-Manuel Miranda, Gloria Estefan, Rita Moreno. There are ten virtual world premiere performances featuring Ballet … [Read more...] about Ballet Hispanico Virtual Night of Dance and Unity
SummerStage FREE Juneteenth Virtual Day of Dance
Dance your way through Juneteenth on Friday, June 19, with a FREE day of virtual dance performances and panel discussions about dance. SummerStage Anywhere digital series is honoring the 155th Anniversary of Juneteenth, the national commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States, with a free digital day of dance starting at noon Friday, June 19, and available after … [Read more...] about SummerStage FREE Juneteenth Virtual Day of Dance
Hamilton Streams on Disney Plus Beginning July 3
The eagerly-awaited film version of the blockbuster Broadway show Hamilton will stream on Disney Plus beginning July 3. The film features the original Broadway cast in a live capture of one of their stage performances, with additional recording features that take viewers up close into "the room where it happens." Original Broadway cast members appearing in the film … [Read more...] about Hamilton Streams on Disney Plus Beginning July 3
Guitar Legend Joe Bonamassa Virtual Concert
Join guitar legend Joe Bonamassa in a FREE live stream performance that is a fund-raiser to assist touring musicians currently not able to earn a living. The live stream event supports the non-profit organization Keeping the Blues Alive, and is sponsored jointly by the Fender guitar company and Volkswagen. Joe Bonamassa, a prodigy who opened for B.B. King at the age of … [Read more...] about Guitar Legend Joe Bonamassa Virtual Concert
Stay at Home Virtual Events May 11-17
Once again this week, we stay-at-homes have many choices for FREE virtual Broadway shows, opera, concerts, panel discussions, celebrities reading children's books and a celebrity-filled fund-raiser to benefit NY's hero front-line workers. Grab your favorite beverage and snack and settle in for these virtual events on the calendar this week Even though these virtual events … [Read more...] about Stay at Home Virtual Events May 11-17
Rise Up New York Telethon for Frontline Workers
Some of the biggest stars in entertainment and sports are participating in a telethon to benefit front-line workers and others in NYC and the Tri-State area. Rise Up New York is hosted by Tina Fey and features appearances and entertainment by local music, film, Broadway, comedy and sports icons including Billy Joel, Mariah Carey, Robert de Niro, Barbra Streisand, Lin-Manuel … [Read more...] about Rise Up New York Telethon for Frontline Workers
