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Weekly Snapshot
This Sunday is the ING NYC Marathon! After last year's cancellation due to Hurricane Sandy, runners are even more energized to show their NYC pride! Whether you know people running or you just want to show your support, review my Special Feature for some spectator resources.   Norma Knows New York City
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See the below categories for my event picks for the
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General Events...
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Cultural Pursuits...
November 2 Dark Universe Space Show
With all the buzz about the movie Gravity, you'll want to visit this exhibit at the American Museum of Natural History. The Hayden Planetarium's show is a travelogue of our universe. Ongoing exhibit opens Saturday.
November 8 to 16 Photographic Exhibit: Sensational Umbria
Exhibit showcases a different side of life in the Italian region of Umbria, capturing the uniqueness of both landscapes and portraits in the area. All photos were taken by the world renowned National Geographic Photographer, Steve McCurry. At The Italian Trade Commission.
Explore fashions relationship with its own history at The Museum at FIT. Featuring more than 100 garments, the exhibit includes a selection of fashion that references the historical period prior to the 18th century.
Through April 23 Kandinsky in Paris, 1934-1944This exhibit displays at the Guggenheim Museum displays Kandinsky's works over the last 11 years of his life. A fantastic exhibit for Kandinsky lovers like me!
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Curtain Up...
 November 1 The New York Pops An all-swing program at Carnegie Hall, featuring a tribute to the 75th anniversary of Benny Goodman's live recording at Carnegie Hall. November 2 A Midsummer Night's Dream
The anticipated opening of Julie Taymor's A Midsummer Night's Dream at the Theatre for a New Audience. Taymore, winner for direction in the award winning The Lion King, stages Shakespeare's joyous comedy about the universal theme of love and its complications.
Through November 3 Matthew Bourne's Sleeping Beauty
Matthew Bourne's rendition at New York City Center is produced by New Adventures Company. Bourne takes liberties with this rewrite of a classic tale.
November 7 Patti LuPone
This Broadway icon performs for one night only at Carnegie Hall.
November 6 to 10 New York Comedy FestivalWanda Sykes, Bill Maher, Kathy Griffin, and Larry David to name a few. Big name comics at locations throughout the city.
Heiress Productions' show at The Lion Theatre will touch everyone's heart. The nonprofit theater production raises awareness for relief funds for cancer research. Enjoy an evening of entertainment knowing that all proceeds go to a worthy cause.
Through November 23 White Light Festival Complimentary events at Lincoln Center throughout the month to lighten your soul... abstract musical events that illuminate our lives.
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Special Feature... 
NYC Marathon
Spectator Guide
TRACK A RUNNER
Get AlertsYou can sign up for alerts via text message or social media. $2.99 for up to 3 runners. Or you can track online on race day for free.
Download the AppFree app available: 2013 ING New York City Marathon Mobile App. It features runner tracking, as well as a spectator map, race information, and live entertainment. Jack Rabbit Sports Marathon SpreadsheetDownload this spreadsheet to estimate where your runner will be at your mile marker. Just fill in Bib #, start time, and estimated pace or finish time and it automatically calculates mile by mile timing. SHOW SUPPORT FOR RUNNERS ING New York City Spectator Guide
Shows mile by mile locations, entertainment, and tips for making the most of your time.
- Dress in layers. Standing still in the breeze can get chilly, but may be warm with the sun.
- Check out road closures. Public Transportation is the best way to travel on Sunday.
- Never yell "You're almost there" to runners unless you can see the finish line.
- Plan ahead with runner friends so they know where you will be. Finding them in the crowd may be challenging, but them finding you may be just as hard!
WHERE TO WATCH I always like to watch along 1st Avenue in the 70s in Manhattan. This is around Miles 16-18. Runners have made their way for the first time into Manhattan so the excitement for them and for spectators is great! Then you can make your way over to 5th Avenue along Museum Mile (Miles 21-23) Check out the course map to plan your location. Just remember if you want to go somewhere, you can't cross certain streets so plan carefully. WATCH THE EXCITEMENT FROM HOME 
If you're not in the city or you want to avoid the crowds, race day coverage will be available. Locally on ABC7 from 9am to 2pm and nationally on ESPN2 from 9am to 12:30pm. Or you can watch online at ABC or ESPN. FUN FACTS
The first NYC marathon in 1970 cost $300 to organize and had 127 runners. This year, over 46,000 runners will embark on the journey.
This year, celebrity runners include Pamela Anderson, Patrick Wilson, Christy Turlington Burns, Joe Bastianich, and Bill Rancic.
2 million spectators line the course to watch runners, and 330 million more watch via broadcast. Approximately 1.6 million cups of water are handed out to runners along the way.  Youngest person to finish the NYC marathon: 8-year old Wesley Paul, a child from Columbia, MO finished in 1977 with an incredible time of 3:00:37. (There is now an 18 minimum age requirement)
Oldest person to finish the NYC marathon: Sheldon Zinn, 87, a retired ophthalmologist, finished in 2010 in just over 8 hours.
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