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NYC Free: Outdoor Pools Open for Season

C'mon in, the water's fine. New York City's FREE outdoor swimming pools in parks in all five boroughs open for the 2021 season on Saturday, June 26, 11am to 7pm daily. Indoor swimming pools are closed until further notice. FREE swim programs for adults and children are not currently scheduled, but may resume later in the season. Face masks must be worn to enter the … [Read more...] about NYC Free: Outdoor Pools Open for Season

Where to Learn Scuba Diving in NYC

There's a wonderful world underwater. If you ever thought about visiting it, you can learn the basics of scuba diving right here in NYC at one of the dive shops which offer both lessons and dive trips - as I did. Now that the world is opening to travel again, it's a good time to take the plunge and learn something new. The basics are taught in classroom sessions or … [Read more...] about Where to Learn Scuba Diving in NYC

Governors Island Opens for Season

Governors Island - one of city's most popular FREE destinations - reopens for the season this weekend, on Saturday, May. 1. It's just one more indication that NYC is back in business and open for business. Take the ferry to a car-free playground of more than 100 acres of bike trails and hiking trails, shaded hammock and spacious sunny lawns, picture postcard views of … [Read more...] about Governors Island Opens for Season

Ski Bus Trips to Nearby Slopes From NYC & LI

Your chariot awaits! Take the bus from NYC to nearby ski/snowboard areas including Hunter Mountain, Windham Mountain and Mountain Creek, and have fun on the slopes and apres ski without the hassle of driving. Skiers and riders can board busses in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens and Long Island for daytrips for the 2020/2021 season.  Weekend trips to nearby Vermont … [Read more...] about Ski Bus Trips to Nearby Slopes From NYC & LI

NYC Update: What’s Open, Cancelled, Postponed

Top News in NYC & Tri-State Update Dec. 28 The world's largest New Year's Eve party, in Times Square, also will be virtual. Brooklyn's famous Coney Island Polar Bear Club has cancelled its traditional New Year's Day plunge in the Atlantic Ocean. NYC holiday lights, windows and trees is will be lit through Jan. 3, some through Jan. 10. Visiting the Rockefeller … [Read more...] about NYC Update: What’s Open, Cancelled, Postponed

Ken Burns Baseball Mini-Series Free Streaming

Take me out to the ball game - virtually.  With the opening of baseball season delayed this year, Ken Burns and PBS have hit a home run by making his award-winning Baseball documentary miniseries available for FREE streaming. There are nine episodes, for the nine innings of America's favorite pastime. Baseball is a history of the game, from it's beginnings in the … [Read more...] about Ken Burns Baseball Mini-Series Free Streaming

Phase One Open for Business in Union Square/Flatiron/14th St.

It's been a tough 100 days for all of us living or working or owning shops and restaurants in New York City.  Phase One re-opening means business can re-open with curbside pick-up, and restaurants can continue serving take-out and curbside pick-up. Here is a list of what's open now in the Union Square-14th Street area. If your business is has reopened and you would like … [Read more...] about Phase One Open for Business in Union Square/Flatiron/14th St.

NYC Update: What’s Open, Closed, Cancelled, Postponed April 20

NYC has a  24-hour COVID-19 hotline for up to date information. Call (888) 364-3065. If you are part of an at-risk population such as a senior or immuno-compromised and want testing, call (844) NYC-4NYC, or call 311 (save 911 for urgent emergencies).     This was published in April 2020 Click here for current weekly update     New … [Read more...] about NYC Update: What’s Open, Closed, Cancelled, Postponed April 20

Ski Bus Trips from NYC to Nearby Slopes

You don't need a car to enjoy skiing or snowboarding near New York City. Take the bus to nearby ski/snowboard areas including Hunter Mountain, Windham Mountain, Gore and Mountain Creek, and have fun on the slopes and apres ski without the hassle of driving. Skiers and snowboarders can board buses in Manhattan, Brooklyn,Queens and Long Island for day trips. There also … [Read more...] about Ski Bus Trips from NYC to Nearby Slopes

Get $12 Lift Tickets to Ski or Ride in NY State

Skiers and Riders can enjoy a day on the slopes for as little as $12 per lift ticket, plus discounts on rentals and lessons. It's a special one-day program at New York State resorts, designed to attract newcomers and welcome back those of us whose love of speeding downhill on one or two boards needs a bargain boost. Learn to ski or ride packages start at $25. That's … [Read more...] about Get $12 Lift Tickets to Ski or Ride in NY State