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NYC History: Manhattanhenge

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Manhattanhenge is a unique urban phenomenon. It occurs four times a year, when the sun sets directly through the center of Manhattan cross streets, lighting both the north and south sides.  Manhattanhenge is four times a year, this week, May 29 and 30, and again in mid-July. The term Manhattanhenge was coined nearly 20 years ago by native New Yorker and rock star … [Read more...] about NYC History: Manhattanhenge

Posted by Evelyn Kanter on May 28, 2020 | Updated May 28, 2020 Filed Under: Best of NYC · NYC for Visitors · NYC Free · Queens Tagged With: AMNH· Hayden Planetarium· Manhattanhenge

NYC Free & Cheap Things to Do Feb. 17-29

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We are so lucky that New York City is filled with FREE and cheap things to do every month. Whether you are a resident or a visitor, put these events on your calendar to save money on enjoying NYC the last two weeks of February. Already underway are FREE events celebrating Black History Month, plus FREE events exploring the challenges of white nationalist violence and … [Read more...] about NYC Free & Cheap Things to Do Feb. 17-29

Posted by Evelyn Kanter on February 17, 2020 | Updated February 18, 2020 Filed Under: Best of NYC · NYC for Visitors · NYC Free · NYC History Tagged With: Black History Month· Hayden Planetarium· Lincoln Center

NYC Free & Cheap Things to Do in February

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We are so lucky that New York City is filled with FREE and cheap things to do every month, including during February. Whether you are a resident or a visitor, save money with these events to put on your calendar. Already underway is the the annual Broadway Week two-for-one ticket deal for top shows, Restaurant Week meal deals at nearly 400 participating restaurants, the … [Read more...] about NYC Free & Cheap Things to Do in February

Posted by Evelyn Kanter on January 31, 2020 | Updated February 2, 2020 Filed Under: Best of NYC · NYC for Visitors · NYC Free · NYC History Tagged With: Black History Month· Hayden Planetarium· Lincoln Center

How to Watch Solar Eclipse Without Eye Damage

The Total Solar Eclipse on Monday, Aug. 19, is a rare chance to see the moon block out the sun, or part of it. Here's what to expect, and how to watch even if you don't have the protective eyewear that's necessary to prevent eye damage. Our tips are from the experts at NYC's Hayden Planetarium Yes, you absolutely need protective eyewear. NYC stores have all but sold out of … [Read more...] about How to Watch Solar Eclipse Without Eye Damage

Posted by Evelyn Kanter on August 19, 2017 | Updated August 20, 2017 Filed Under: Best of NYC · Daily Deals · NYC Museums Tagged With: AMNH· Hayden Planetarium· Total Solar Eclipse

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