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Norma's Weekly Snapshot 
This Sunday is the TCS NYC Marathon! Visitors coming in from all corners of the world will celebrate their NYC pride with a block party through all the burroughs to cheer on the runners. Whether you have friends participating or you just want to show your support, review my Special Feature for some important spectator resources.
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General Events... 
November 2 Daylight Savings Time
Don't forget to set your clock back at 2am on Sunday for an extra hour of sleep in the morning.
Through November 2 Cider Week
Various Locations Just in time for fall, check the calendar for cider tasting events throughout Manhattan.
November 3 Open Forum: CEO BootCamp
Sheraton New York Hotel (811 Seventh Avenue) A free event for women from 8:30am to 6:30pm featuring inspirational key note speakers from industry experts, various workshops, networking, and a keynote conversation with Diane von Furstenberg!
November 3 Stargazing on The High LineThe High Line between 13th & 14th Streets Gaze at the stars, planets, and the moon through high-powered telescopes while chatting with local astronomers.  November 6 through 8 New York's Festival of Light DUMBO (Brooklyn) Ten dazzling lighting installations created by local and international renowned designers. This spectacular display takes place in the archway under the Manhattan Bridge. October 31 through November 1
NYC Craft Beer Festival Autumn Harvest Various Locations Taste craft beers from across the country.
Through October 31 Archtober
Various Locations
4th annual month-long festival of architecture and design. The activities, programs, and exhibitions are so vast that I can't pick my favorites. Peruse their calendar and select those of interest.ON THE RADAR:
David H. Koch Theater (20 Lincoln Center Plaza) Join celebrities such as Cameron Diaz and Eva Longoria for a two-day course on living "fun and fearlessly" at Cosmopolitan Magazine's first ever live conference. Speakers, panels, and lots of networking opportunities!
November 17 The Atelier with Alina Cho: Anna Wintour
Metropolitan Museum of Art (1000 Fifth Avenue) The real Devil Wears Prada will co-host a seminar with fashion journalist Alina Cho. Recently rescheduled, I plan to get tickets and I look forward to hearing these fashionistas talk about both current and future trends in their industry.
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Cultural Pursuits...
CLOSING THIS WEEK:
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APERTURE GALLERY (547 West 27th Street) Through November 1 A behind the scenes look at the collaborative process of the New York Times photographic display.
THE FORBES GALLERIES (62 5th Avenue)
Titian Meets West Side Story: The Work of Edward Melcarth
Through November 1
Although Abstract Expressionism was the style of choice throughout the 1950s, except for his early career, Melcarth worked as a figurative painter until the end of his life. He found inspiration in Venice and you can see his works on display.
ONGOING EXHIBITS:
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Barbara Nessim: An Artful Life
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BARD GRADUATE CENTER GALLERY (18 West 86th Street) Barbara Nessim: An Artful Life
Through January 11
A trendy gallery that explores new ways of thinking about decorative arts and design. The exhibit visualizes 19th century New York through prints and photographs.BLAIN/DIDONNA GALLERY (981 Madison Avenue)
Dada & Surrealist Objects
Through January 17
An exhibition that will be the first devoted to this subject ever presented in any gallery or museum in America.BONHAM'S (580 Madison Avenue) Impressionist & Modern ArtNovember 4 One-day auction for incredible art by famed artists like Degas and Rodin. BROOKLYN MUSEUM (200 Eastern Parkway, Brooklyn)
Through February 15 Killer Heels explores the fashion world's most coveted accessory. I especially liked the shoes by Manolo Blahnik, Chanel, and Ferragamo. Be sure to watch some of the six short films as you tour the exhibit. | |
Local History: Castellani, Judd, Stella
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DOMINIQUE LEVY GALLERY (909 Madison Avenue) Local History: Castellani, Judd, StellaThrough January 3 The exhibition captures a fleeting but profound moment of creative intersection in the careers of these three post-war artists. DTR MODERN GALLERY (458 West Broadway) Contemporary and pop art on display.
EDWYNN HOUK GALLERY (745 Fifth Avenue)
Through December 20 A retrospective photographic exhibit.
ELLIS ISLAND
Unframed - Ellis IslandOngoing This first time exhibit is by the French artist, JR. The display has life-size historic photographs of Ellis Island immigrants that are displayed on more than 16 selected interior walls on the south side of Ellis Island, where the Ellis Island Immigrant Hospital once was.THE FRICK COLLECTION (1 East 70th Street) Through April 5
Jean-Antoine Houdon and Claude Michel were two of the foremost sculptors in France during the late 18th century. Their sculptures are shown together for the first time, highlighting the artists' expressive ranges.
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Picasso & the Camera
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GAGOSIAN GALLERY (522 West 21st Street)
Picasso & the Camera
Through January 3
This exhibition is the 5th in a series of Picasso surveys.
THE GALLERY AT HERMES (691 Madison Avenue) Sharon HarperThrough November 11 Stopping in at Hermes is a treat unto itself, and then visiting their gallery is a lovely addition to this glamorous store. Harper's experimental photographs force us to look at our environment with fresh eyes.  INTREPID SEA, AIR, & SPACE MUSEUM (Pier 86 - 46th Street & 12th Avenue)
Hubble@25
Through September 15, 2015 Commemorating the 25th anniversary of the launch of the Hubble Space Telescope, the exhibition showcases the history of this project and its scientific achievements. View artifacts, photographs, and Hubble-produced images .
THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART (1000 Fifth Avenue) Thomas Hart Benton's America Today Mural RediscoveredThrough April 19 A captivating exhibit of 1920s America in New York City.Cubism: The Leonard A. Lauder CollectionThrough February 16 Experience the most important exhibition of the essential Cubists (such as Pablo Picasso) in more than thirty years. | | Provenance |
El Greco in New York
November 4 through February 1
Also at the MET, opening of an exhibit from this iconic painter. Amie Siegel: ProvenanceThrough January 4 A three-part installation of a cinematic representation of economic and political cycles.THE MORGAN LIBRARY & MUSEUM (225 Madison Avenue) The Untamed Landscape:
Theodore Rousseau and the Path to Barbizon
Through January 18
70 works of Theodore Rousseau's approach to open-air oil sketches.
THE MUSEUM AT FASHION INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (Seventh Avenue at 27th Street) Through January 3
Dance & Fashion features 100 dance costumes and dance-inspired fashion ranging from 19th century to the present... an inaugural showing of most of the collections.
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THE MUSEUM OF THE CITY OF NEW YORK (1220 Fifth Avenue) Mac Conner: A New York Life Through January 19 New York's saga of the original Mad Men! Hand-painted illustrations for advertising campaigns and women's magazines just after World War II.
THE MUSEUM OF MODERN ART (11 West 53rd Street) The Paris of Toulouse-LautrecThrough March 22
Prints and posters by this renowned artist will be on display at MoMA. Through February 8
Opening for the first time in twenty years, the exhibit includes painted sheets cut into various shapes and sizes, thus creating lively compositions of contrasting colors.  | | What's Up, Doc? |
MUSEUM OF THE MOVING IMAGE (36-01 35th Avenue - Astoria, Queens) What's Up, Doc? The Animation Art of Chuck JonesThrough January 19 Creator of such iconic characters as Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Pepé Le Pew, Wile E. Coyote, and the Road Runner, the exhibition features 23 of Chuck Jones's animated films, interactive experiences, and 134 original sketches, drawings, and photographs. NEUE GALLERIE (1048 5th Avenue) Egon Schiele: PortraitsThrough January 19 One of the 20th century's most important artists, the exhibit showcases portraitures by the masterful Austrian artist, Egon Schiele. THE NEW MUSEUM (235 Bowery) Through January 25 The exhibit spans the artist's influential career, encompassing his paintings, drawings, and sculptures. PACE GALLERY (32 East 57th Street) Picasso & Jacqueline: The Evolution of StyleOctober 31 through January 10 The iconic artist's devotion to Jacqueline Rogue and his homage to Matisse.ROBIN RICE GALLERY (325 West 11th Street)
November 5 through December 14
Victoria Goldman's twenty-year-long fascination with Tarot has created a series of photographs based on the imagery and the mythology behind the ancient Tarot cards.  | | Witness at a Crossroads |
THE RUBIN MUSEUM OF ART (150 West 17th Street) Witness at a CrossroadsThrough March 23 French photographer Marc Riboud's photographic journals through Asia in the 50th and 60s... a time of both political and cultural transition.(375 Park Avenue) Alexander CalderThrough November 10 Stop by the Seagram Building to view three iconic sculptures of famed artist Alexander Calder.
THE SKYSCRAPER MUSEUM (39 Battery Place) Times Square, 1984Through January 18 The exhibit captures the decisive moment and transformation of the urban renewal of Times Square... now known as the crossroads of the world.
Sundaram Tagore Chelsea (547 West 27th Street)
Through November 15
This exhibition features works by New York artist Miya Ando who explores the themes of transformation. ON THE RADAR:AMERICAN MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY (Central Park West at 79th Street)
November 15 Opening
Exhibit uncovers the causes of nature's forces.
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Curtain Up... 
FILM:
November 5 through 9 Big Apple Film Festival
Tribeca Cinemas (54 Varick Street)
Twenty five films will entertain you, along with the honoring of filmmakers, writers, and actors.
MUSIC, PERFORMANCE, DANCE:
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John Pizzarelli & Jessica Molaskey
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UPCOMING PERFORMANCES:
Through November 2 Kenny GBlue Note (131 West 3rd Street) A legendary jazz superstar who is a true soprano saxophone genius.
Through November 22 John Pizzarelli & Jessica Molaskey
Cafe Carlyle (35 East 76th Street) American jazz guitarist, vocalist and songwriter, John Pizzarelli and Jessica Molaskey deliver entertaining performances.
ONGOING PERFORMANCES:
Through November 2
David H. Koch Theater (20 Lincoln Center Plaza)
The 75th anniversary of their fall season.
Through December 20
Brooklyn Academy of Music (30 Lafayette Avenue - Brooklyn)
Avant-garde music, theater, opera, and dance.
Through March 7
The Metropolitan Opera House (Lincoln Center Plaza)
Bizet's acclaimed opera has returned to the MET.
Through December 20
The Metropolitan Opera House (Lincoln Center Plaza)
A dazzling and light-hearted opera set to the music of Mozart.
White Light Festival
Through November 11
Various Locations in Lincoln Center
Complimentary events throughout the month to lighten your soul... abstract musical events that illuminate our lives.
Works and Process
Through December 15
Guggenheim Museum - Peter B. Lewis Theater
(1071 Fifth Avenue)
Celebrating 30 years of performing arts, discussions and world premieres. See and hear acclaimed artists in an intimate setting.
THEATER:
What's the best way to get tickets? Try the Broadway Ticket Lottery. This is one of the best finds for securing tickets to Broadway shows. The website lists the simple process for both Broadway Rush and Lottery tickets. On each day of the week, the featured Broadway shows offer discounted tickets via rush tickets and lotteries. A bit of patience and an early arrival will often score you excellent seats at the best price.
UPCOMING PRODUCTIONS:
Classic Stage Company (136 East 13th Street) Music by Richard Rodgers and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein... a musical masterpiece by two of theater's masters. November 6 through 16 The Band Wagon New York City Center (131 West 55th Street) Tracey Ullman and Brian Stokes Mitchell are part of the all-star cast... an ensemble excelling in song and dance as the performers weave together Broadway and Hollywood. November 7 The Elephant Man
Booth Theatre (222 West 45th Street)
Bradley Cooper and Patrica Clarkson star in Bernard Pomerance's Tony Award-winning classic based on the real life of Joseph Merrick, a 19th century British man who became a star of a traveling freak show. Previews begin November 7th, opening date December 7th, through February 15th. Through November 9 FOUND: A New Musical Atlantic Theater's Linda Gross Theater (336 West 20th Street) A play of quick-witted dialogue that is cleverly hilarious. It's not based on one true story... instead, it's based on hundreds of stories from discarded notes that have been "found" by everyday people. ONGOING PRODUCTIONS:
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Beautiful
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Through February 22
John Golden Theater (252 West 45th Street)
Glenn Close returns to Broadway with John Lithgow in Edward Albee's "A Delicate Balance." A moving play about a married couple struggling to maintain equilibrium when they open up their home to friends and family. Through November 16
Stephen Sondheim Theatre (124 West 43rd Street)
I enjoyed this musical following the legendary songwriter from her early days as a Brooklyn teenager to those well-known hits as a top recording artist. The show took home 2 Tonys including Jessie Mueller for Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role.
The Belle of AmherstThrough January 25 Westside Theater (407 West 43rd Street) Starring Joely Richardson, Emily Dickinson welcomes the audience into her Amherst homeland in the mid-19th century.
Through November 9
Vineyard Theatre (108 East 15th Street)
Director Garry Marshall of Pretty Woman directs this true story portraying the life of two artists (Billy Wilder & Raymond Chandler) and how they battled the Hollywood censors and each other.
Through January 4
Studio 54 (254 West 54th Street)
I experienced the most amazing New York evening when I saw Cabaret. Both Alan Cumming and Michelle Williams are show-stoppers, and the Kit Kat band is superb. Emma Stone will take on the role of Sally Bowles starting November 11th... I will have to go see the show again for that!
The Country House
Through November 23
Samuel J. Friedman Theatre (261 West 47th Street)
Blythe Danner returns to Broadway in Manhattan Theatre Club's production. A piercing look at a family of performers each coming to terms with the roles they play in each other's lives.
The show brought everyone, including me, to a standing ovation. The leading actor, a recent graduate of Julliard, is brilliant. The story unfolds with a mathematical precocious adolescent with behavioral problems uncovering the truth about a crime and unlocking many hidden secrets. Through March 29th.
Through January 18
Lyceum Theatre (149 West 45th Street)
Critically acclaimed play starring Gretchen Mol. The cast shares the stories, secrets, and lies we tell our friends, family, and ourselves in finding the American Dream.
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If/Then
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If/Then The Musical
Through January 4
Richard Rodgers Theatre (226 West 46th Street)
A favorite performer of mine, Idina Menzel of Wicked, stars in this musical about a woman that returns to life in NYC discovering endless possibilities where chance and choice collide.
Indian Ink
Through November 30
Roundabout Theatre Company (231 West 39th Street)
Tony award winner Tom Stoppard's play is enticing, entertaining, and romantic. A story about two people whose connection continues through art.
Through March 29 Neil Simon Theater (250 West 52nd Street)
The Last Ship has set sail. Directed by Joe Mantilla, the play portrays the hope and heartache of a working class Englishman who leaves his life behind to travel the world. And I left the best to last... the score is produced by Sting!
Through February
Union Square Theater (100 East 17th Street)
A remarkable celebration of a unique and timeless talent. The American premiere honors one of the famed Beatles with music and lyrics by Lennon and McCartney.
 Lips Together, Teeth ApartThrough November 23 Second Stage Theater (305 West 43rd Street) Terrance McNally's revival comedy, after 23 years, is about a quintessential summer weekend in an unfamiliar setting. Love LettersThrough February 1
Brooks Atkinson Theatre (256 West 47th Street) No one forgets their first love! A.G. Gurney has created a funny and emotional play about the powerful connection of love. Candice Bergen, Martin Sheen, and Carol Burnett are on the list of performers. On the TownThrough March 29 Lyric Theatre (213 West 42nd Street)
The feel good play that everyone should see. Broadway's largest orchestra and cast make us fall in love with New York again. It is a story of three sailors on a whirlwind tour in the city that doesn't sleep.
Through January 4
American Airlines Theatre (227 West 42nd Street) Starring Ewan McGregor, Maggie Gyllenhaal, and Cynthia Nixon... what more do I have to say?  | |
Signal Failure
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Scenes from a MarriageThrough October 26 New York Theatre Workshop (79 East 4th Street) A play by the infamous Ingmar Bergman. Themes of love, identity, and vulnerability are intertwined in this intense drama.Signal FailureThrough November 16 SoHo Playhouse (15 Vandam Street) A captivating story about a girl and boy's journeys through life, love, and the London underground.Sleepy HollowThrough November 9 The Players Theatre (115 Macdougal Street) The Headless Horseman rides again in the musical adaptation of Irving's tale, Sleepy Hollow.  | | Sticks and Bones |
Sticks and BonesThrough December 14 The Romulus Linney Courtyard Theatre at The Pershing Square Signature Center (480 West 42nd Street) First major New York revival of this off Broadway play starring Richard Chamberlain, Holly Hunter, and Bill Pullman. A Vietnam-era tale about parents struggling with challenges when their son returns from the war. Tail! Spin!Through February 1 Lynn Redgrave Theater (45 Bleecker Street) Rachel Dratch of SNL fame will star in this political comedy.
Through January 4
Longacre Theatre (220 West 48th Street)
James Earl Jones and Rose Byrne star in this touching comedy by Moss Hart that portrays the relationship between two families when their children become engaged.
Visit previous snapshots for more theater favorites.
ON THE RADAR IN CURTAIN UP:
November 16 The River
Circle In The Square Theatre (1633 Broadway)
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Starring Hugh Jackman, it's the story about a man and woman in a remote cliff side cabin on a moonless night. Now in previews, opening date November 16th, through January 25th.
3-day festival including world premiere movies and one-time only screenings, plus Q&As with actors, producers, and directors.
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For the Foodie...
 Grace's Marketplace New Location - (1299 Second Avenue) The start of a new era. Highlights include a dining counter featuring many Italian specialties, an expanded selection of prepared foods, Tavola, and an elaborate espresso bar.
Saturdays Bloody Mary Bossa Nova Brunch The Lambs Club (132 West 44th Street) Live music and great food in a speakeasy atmosphere. Visit the website for the weekly music schedule, including Sunday jazz brunch.
Beauty & Essex (146 Essex Street)
From 1-6pm, a 4-course brunch with two glasses of champagne for $45 per person.
The Beard House (167 West 12th Street)
The event pays tribute to James Beard, the founder of the farm to table movement. The exhibit features iconic portraits and vintage cooking paraphernalia.
 November 1 Chefs Club
Puck Building (275 Mulberry Street) The long-awaited popup restaurant for visiting chefs from around the country will open in SoHo. Although I always preview a dining spot before my write ups, I can guarantee New Yorkers amazing culinary experiences! Through November 2 Annual NYC Food Film Festival
Various Locations
Watch a food film, then eat the food in the film! Gives new meaning to "dinner and a movie."
November 6 Taste of T
Architects & Designers Building (150 East 58th Street) New York's premier food and design event. Sample cuisine from esteemed chefs and explore ultra-luxe showrooms with product and design ideas in kitchen, bath, appliances, and home furnishings. Presented by the New York Times.
November 10 New York Taste
The Waterfront (269 Eleventh Avenue) Purchase your tickets for this sought-after event by New York Magazine with all you can eat and drink from more than 40 of New York's most celebrated restaurants and bars, such as Vella and Luzzos. December 7 Bellezza EatalianaEataly (200 Fifth Avenue) A night of food, wine and music in support of Italian culture! The event also seeks to raise awareness for The Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria.
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Special Feature... TCS NYC Marathon Spectator Guide 
TRACK A RUNNER:
Track online on race day for free - results will be published for the start, every 5K, at the half, and the finish. You can also have it post to social media feeds.
Free app available: TCS New York City Marathon Mobile App. It features runner tracking, as well as a spectator map, race information, stats, and live entertainment.
Download this spreadsheet to estimate where your runner will be at specific mile markers. Just fill in Bib number, start time, and estimated pace or finish time and it automatically calculates mile by mile timing.
SHOW SUPPORT FOR RUNNERS:
TCS New York City Marathon 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 it 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 can be just as hard!
WHERE IN THE CITY 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 and nationally on ESPN2 and ESPN3. Or you can watch online. Click here for all viewing options.
MARATHON INTERESTING FACTS:
- The first NYC marathon in 1970 cost $300 to organize and had 127 runners. This year, over 50,000 runners will embark on the journey.
- This year, celebrity runners include Tiki Barber,Teri Hatcher, Joe Bastianich, and Bill Murray. Yes that's right, the 64 year old celebrity funnyman will be taking to the streets this year!
- Two 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).
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