November 29, 2013


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Weekly Snapshot 
 
Holiday season in New York - it's the most wonderful time of the year. The city is becoming a spectacular sight with Christmas trees, department store window displays, and other holiday attractions popping up around town.  Shop the seasonal markets and pop-ups in this week's Special Feature to find distinctive items for those on your list.
 
 
Stay tuned for my upcoming "Norma's Gift Guide" that will feature unique finds for the host, that special someone, kids and more.
 
 
 
  
  


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Two NYC shopping giants partner for the holiday season and kick it off with the showcasing of the signature tree at The Plaza (768 5th Avenue). The event benefits Volunteers of America. 

 
November 30 through December 30

Cocoa and Carols or Holiday Jazz Cruise

90 minute festive cruise on the Hudson to see all of NYC lights. Live music, beautiful views, and warm treats. 

   

December 2 Winters Eve at Lincoln Square    

Touted as the largest holiday festival.  Legendary folk artist Arlo Guthrie will perform.  Music food and dancing will entertain all.

 

December 5 Saks Fifth Avenue Holiday Artisanal Show

Meet your favorite home and gift vendors, and sample gourmet tastings!

A percentage of the proceeds will be donated to the Red Cross to help the victims affected by the typhoon in the Philippines. 

 

December 6  St. Jude Winter Gala
This is an event that is near and dear to me. The St. Jude Winter Gala exists through the funding of all of its supporters.  Reasonably priced at $125 per ticket, there will be music, dancing, cocktails, and tastings from many of the city's finest restaurants. 

  

December 6  Adriana Trigiani Holiday Walking Tour

Part tour and part shopping experience as you explore some of the hidden wonders to get into the spirit and excitement of the season. Also December 8 and 13.   

CulturalCultural Pursuits...    

 

Through December 21  Who Have Arrived in Heaven
Located at David Zwirner Gallery, a contemporary art gallery located in Chelsea that recently relocated from SoHo. I especially enjoyed Kusama's exhibit, definitely thought-provoking.

Through December 22  Jefferson Hayman - The Heart Has Its Reasons

At the Robin Rice Gallery, Hayman's second solo photography exhibition at the gallery.  The photographs are handcrafted silver gelatin, pigment and platinum prints that feel timeless.    

 

Through December 24   

The Rock Paper Photo Holiday Pop-Up  

A fine art gallery of online iconic pop photos has opened a pop-up shop in Chelsea at Gallery 150 (132 West 18th Street). Now you can browse in person; the collection will transport you to historic moments in the entertainment industry.

 

Through January 5  Robert Indiana: Beyond Love 

Best known for his "LOVE" piece, you'll be pleasantly surprised by his many other works of pop art exhibited at The Whitney (945 Madison Avenue).  

 

The Morgan Library & Museum

I always enjoy the holidays at the Morgan. This weekend the museum will focus on a highlights tour of the existing collections, their unique holiday gifts, and both the Edgar Allen Poe and Leonardo da Vinci tours.  On Friday evening live music will add to the museum's festivities. 

 
CurtainCurtain Up...    
 
Visit past snapshots for my most up to date theater recommendations.

November 29 G. Balanchine's The Nutcracker
The yearly anticipated Nutcracker by Tschaikovsky opens at the David H. Koch Theater (20 Lincoln Center). I see the New York City Ballet's performance each year and this one will be no exception! Through January 4th.

Through November 30  Ann Hampton Callaway
Performing Songs I Wish I'd Written at 54 Below... a mixture of Broadway, pop, and jazz.

December 3 & 4  Born Liars
Preview at Theatre 80 includes aperitif, the preview of Born Liars with two other short plays, and a meet and greet with the founders of italytheater.

December 4  Alvin Ailey at NY City Center 
Purchase your tickets for these dynamic performances through January 5th.

December 10  Dust to Dust

Elizabeth Hess performs Dust to Dust to commemorate Human Rights Day, and the last day of 16 Days of Activism Against Gender Violence. 

A fundraiser for UN Women, it includes a wine reception and performance.

Through December 31  Steve Tyrell
One of my favorite entertainers performs at Cafe Carlyle through New Years Eve. I have tickets on December 14th!

Special Holiday Feature...Feature
Holiday Markets & Pop-Ups

HOLIDAY MARKETS

 

Artists & Fleas at Chelsea Market   

88 Tenth Avenue (at W 15th St)
Through December 31

  

Bank of America Winter Village at Bryant Park

42nd Street at 6th Avenue

Through March 2, 2014 

 

Brooklyn Holiday Bazaar

501 Union Street - Carroll Gardens

December 8 11am-6pm

 

Brooklyn Winter Flea

80 North 5th Street, at Wythe Avenue - Williamsburg, Brooklyn

Saturdays and Sundays November 30, 2013 through March 2014

 

Columbus Circle

59th Street at Central Park

December 3 through 24

  

Grand Central Terminal Holiday Fair

Grand Central Station - Vanderbilt Hall, 87 E 42nd Street

Through December 24 

 

Hester Holiday Market

385 Sixth Avenue, at 29th Street

December 1 through 23

 

   

  

Union Square Holiday Market

14th Street at Broadway

Through December 24

  

  

    

 

 

POP-UPS

 

Bronson van Wyck and Celerie Kemble Holiday Workshop 

A holiday pop-up workshop on the Upper East Side (19 East 75th Street) featuring their furniture lines and holiday wares.   A perfect way to get you in the spirit!  Through December 24

 

Divine Details 

A pop-up "shop for the extra[ordinary]" at AIGA Gallery (164 5th Avenue).   A curated line of 33 incredibly well-designed common goods for your holiday shopping... from a shatterless crystal wine glass to a fashionable and functional tote. Through December 28   

 

Google's Winter Wonderlab

Bryant Park - 41 West 40th Street, between 5th & 6th Avenues

Highlighting Google's new products, the main attraction is Snow Globe - a massive igloo-like structure where you can film your own winter wonderland slow-motion video.  Through December 24

 

Henri Bendel Holiday Street of Shops

Henri Bendel - 712 5th Avenue,   

at 56th Street  

Additional 5,000 square feet of shopping space on the 3rd floor of the department store. Through December 

   

Jingle:

The Original Seasonal Pop Up Shop

Chelsea Market - 75 Ninth Avenue, between 15th & 16th Street

A holiday pop-up store extravaganza, offering edgy and artsy gifts for your holiday shopping.  December 17 through 23

  

Provisions Holiday Market by Food 52

Three days of a both a pop-up shop and restaurant. The old Bowery station is magically transformed into a holiday destination.  Artisanal housewares, and wreath-making classes will be taught by the Frankie Elizabeth boutique.   I heard that they're even displaying exquisite holiday table settings.  

December 6 through 8  


Rebecca Minkoff Holiday Pop-Up

427 West 14th Street, at Washington Street

One stop shop for all your Rebecca Minkoff gifts.  Through December 22nd

 

144 Tenth Avenue, at 19th Street

The most amazing retail space in Chelsea that changes like a gallery and sells things like a store! You will find the most unbelievable treasures for those on your list.  Through December 30

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