September 20, 2013


  
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The air is starting to feel a bit crisper and with all the hype over Citi Bike and new riders abound, I've included biking in this week's Special Feature... from repairs and classes to custom built bikes and stylish accessories, here's a one-stop resource as you pedal your way through the city. 



 

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September 20  Tickled HOT Pink

Second annual fundraiser that will kick off October's breast cancer month. Dancing, networking and fundraising at the Bowery Hotel for a cause that touches everyone.  

 

September 21  Oktoberfest at The Standard 

The Standard Biergarten will celebrate Oktoberfest starting on the 21st with a live German band.  The official celebration in Germany lasts through October 6th, so next week I will highlight some German-style NYC events.


September 22  Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction

Find one-of-a-kind Broadway treasures, meet your favorite cast members and bid on exclusive backstage experiences. Annual event is free and open to the public.

Event proceeds benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

 

September 22  Emmys

See if your favorite shows win the big award this year...Neil Patrick Harris hosts.  

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September 27  New York Film Festival begins
Through October 13, there's still time to purchase tickets. 12 Years a Slave and Child of God are on the top of my list.  And, I'm definitely going to buy a ticket for the Tribute to Cate Blanchett on October 2nd.

  

 

Through September 22  Feast of San Gennaro

Only a few more days to enjoy the annual festival in Little Italy. Visit last week's snapshot for a taste of Italy in NYC.

 

Through September   Red Hook Ferry has been extended

Now running through September, you can support the vendors by visiting the new openings and reopenings along the rebuilt waterfront.  Runs weekends from Pier 11 at South Street.

 
CulturalCultural Pursuits...    
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September 27 
Robert Motherwell: Early Collages 

Over 60 artworks will be exhibited when this opens at the Guggenheim Museum. Through January 5th.  


September 27 to 29 
DUMBO Art Festival 
A three day celebration of art, music and performances in one of Brooklyn's hippest neighborhoods.

Greg Lotus Photographs 

His photographs draw inspiration from classical paintings and geometric forms. The exhibition fuses his high fashion background with the rural environment of his youth. At the Robin Rice Gallery through October 27th.  

 

New Photography 2013

At the Museum of Modern Art, the exhibit features 8 international artists in the Robert and Joyce Menschel Photography Gallery. Through January 6th.

 


BUY TICKETS NOW:  The Affordable Art Fair is October 3-6 (with a private preview on the 2nd). In the past I have purchased wonderful pieces of art, all reasonably priced (as the name implies). All pieces range from $100-$10,000.

 

CurtainCurtain Up...    

Purchase 2 for 1 tickets to some of Broadway's best shows - for performances September 23 to October 6.

    

September 20  Romeo & Juliet on Broadway

The much-anticipated show's first performance of the regular season... starring Orlando Bloom.   

 

September 20 & 21  Coltrane Revisited 

A celebration of the monumental saxophonist at the iconic Birdland.  

 

September 20 & 21  Bill Frisell: Gershwin & Beyond 

At the Allen Room at Lincoln Center, guitar icon Bill Frisell and his ensemble perform.

 

September 23  Eugene Onegin 

Opening night gala for Tchaikovsky's romantic tragedy at the Metropolitan Opera. Performances through December.     

     

September 23  The New York Pops and Ronald McDonald House® Benefit

At 54 Below, music, dancing and dining...all for a great cause. 

The NYP season opens with Yo-Yo Ma performing at the gala.  

Through September 29  Bill Charlap
Amazing jazz pianist performs at the Village Vanguard.    
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September 20 through 29
New York Oyster Week
Oyster lovers and curious foodies will enjoy exploring the cuisines presented, along with  sampling the best oysters.  
The celebration kicks off with the  Stone Street Oyster Festival.

September 22  TASTE Williamsburg Greenpoint
Fourth Annual event at the East River State Park. Over 50 neighborhood restaurants will participate in a sampling of North Brooklyn's best bites and beverages.

 

September 27 & 28  Le Grand Fooding

A French-inspired group of food connoisseurs will  donate 10% of proceeds to City Harvest at this year's dinner.

 

Special Feature... Feature
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Biking in NYC  
   
Bike New York
An organization that promotes cycling in all five boroughs. They have opportunities for learning how to ride and provide resources for bikers of all levels.

Adeline, Adeline
147 Reade Street
Not only do they have the coolest bikes, but the accessories are in abundance! Great helmets, adorable baskets, mirrors, bells, and reflectors (plus some things you may have never thought of). Check out their wall mount, an easy way to store your bike in a NYC apartment.

Bowery Lane Bicycles
55 Chrystie Street
Need a custom bike?  A friend of mine had hers built for a reasonable price... all made locally.

Bicycle Habitat
250 Lafayette Street, 288 7th Avenue, and 476 Fifth Avenue (Park Slope)
Along with bikes and accessories, they specialize in bike repairs, tuneups, and high performance services.  Why not take a Bike Maintenance Class there as well to learn the basics and more advanced repair?

Chari & Co.
All sorts of accessories for the urban cyclist.  I really like their Sling Pack Camera Bag... it's stylish and I can easily take photos while I ride without worrying about my camera.
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Every Sunday in September 2013 at the Brooklyn Flea
If you don't make it to Brooklyn, shop online for chic biking accessories... unique and fashionable helmets (think the Big Apple), attachable bags for storage, and plenty of basket choices. They even sell clothing to accommodate the bike, like a stylish skirt that unzips in the back to allow for easy pedaling... I wish I thought of that!
 
Public
An online resource for all things biking. Cool bikes and accessories for any type of rider. How about another great idea for decorating your bike... a handlebar flower vase.

BIKING TIP: Lock up your bike!  If there's one area you don't want to cut corners, it's in purchasing the right lock. Kryptonite has a NYC series that includes  "New York Fahgettaboudit" locks.One of the best strategies is to use two entirely different types of locks in combination together to stump thieves and keep your valuable property safe.  


One more thing... I couldn't resist showing this - a wine rack for your bike... how convenient!
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