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Norma's Weekly Member Snapshot:
Viva Italia!
As we remember September 11th (14 years later), take the time to look downtown to see the Tribute in Light, twin beams shining from dusk on September 11th, through dawn on the 12th. Visible within a sixty-mile radius on a clear night, it honors those who were lost and those who worked so hard to get our city through the horrific tragedy.Did you know that New York City has the largest population of Italian Americans in the USA? With Little Italy's annual Feast of San Gennaro (through September 20th) celebrating with food, music and a cannoli eating contest, I've decided to highlight some Italian inspiration in the heart of NYC. From my favorite Italian restaurants to pasta making classes and, visit the Special Feature section for ways to get into the spirit and honor Italian culture and history.
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Now Open Bryant Park Outdoor Activities
Bryant Park
There is still so much to do during the fall in Bryant Park... from outdoor dance and exercise classes (including Boot Camp) to a live piano player... check the calendar for the full schedule.
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Stargazing on The High Line
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Battery Park The exquisite smart glass panels transform the carousels walls from clear to blue. More than 10 years in the making, is a multimedia aquatic experience evoking The Battery's maritime history as the first home of the New York Aquarium.
The High Line (West 13th & Washington Streets) Every Tuesday until October you can peek into high-powered telescopes on the High Line and chat with the experts.
Various Locations One of my favorite weeks of the year, Fashion Week showcases spectacular upcoming collections for the fashion forward set.
September 13 NYC Century Bike TourCentral Park or Prospect Park
The nation's only all-urban 100-mile bike tour! Choose between two starting points (Prospect Park and Central Park) and 35, 55, 75 and 100-mile rides. Take a tour like no other...
September 20 92Y Annual Street Festival
Lexington Avenue at 92nd Street
Live performances, arts and crafts, learning opportunities, and discounts on events and classes.
September 23 through 27 Rolex Central Park Horse Show Wollman Rink - Central Park
Equestrian event sponsored by Rolex, showcasing exceptional jumpers and riders.
September 24 Gems of The Meatpacking District Treasure Hunt Meatpacking District
A grown-up treasure hunt for jewelry lovers! Check in at all locations (including Marisa Perry Atelier and Doyle & Doyle) to be eligible to win one of five signature pieces. Register to receive the Treasure Map. Fun, prizes, and complimentary food and drinks at each location.
September 26 2015 Global Citizen FestivalCentral Park A festival focusing on ending world poverty. Celebrity hosts and performers will include Beyoncé, Selma Hayek, Pearl Jam, Kerry Washington, Stephen Colbert and Hugh Jackman.
September 26 & 27 NYC Big Flea
Pier 94 (54th Street & 12th Avenue)
The largest antique flea market in Manhattan! Vintage clothing, estate jewelry, furniture, fine art, silver, and millions of decorative collectibles at affordable prices.
September 27 Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & Walk Starts in Red Hook Brooklyn A special run/walk to honor the heroic life and death of Stephen Siller, a New York City firefighter (FDNY) who lost his life on September 11, 2001 after strapping on his gear and running through the Brooklyn Battery Tunnel to the Twin Towers. Follow in the footsteps of an American hero to honor all of those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001 and support first responders and military.
September 29 Grand Zentral Vanderbilt Hall at Grand Central Station Grand Central Terminal will transform into a yoga destination in celebration of National Yoga Month. Six free yoga classes will be taught by Pure Yoga instructors.
October 2 through 4 Dwell on Design Skylight Clarkson Square Spend a day learning about the future of design by esteemed designers and architects. Over 20 installations and onstage discussions.
October 3 & 4 Autumn Crafts Festival Lincoln Center (64th Street & Columbus Avenue) 250 craft displays from all over the country at Lincoln Center. Plenty of entertainment and craft demonstrations. Also October 10 & 11.
October 4 Warwick Applefest
A festival that's fun for all ages... I plan to go to see the craft vendors, taste the food, and listen to the live entertainment.
October 8 Rose Dinner 2015 New York Botanical Garden (The Bronx) An annual event, this year's 25th anniversary dinner honors Julie Andrews. Enjoy cocktails and exclusive tours among the blooms of the Rockefeller Rose Garden followed by an elegant dinner and dancing in the Garden Terrace Room. Proceeds support the Fund for Horticulture and the preservation and development of the historic Rockefeller Rose Garden.
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CULTURAL PURSUITS
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Seward Johnson's Sculptures:
American Gothic
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GARMENT DISTRICT
(Broadway between 36th and 41st Streets)
Through September 15
Rotating sculptures will be on display, including Icons Revisited which includes Marilyn Monroe.
INTREPID SEA, AIR, & SPACE MUSEUM
(Pier 86 - 46th Street & 12th Avenue)
Through September 15
Commemorating the 25th anniversary of the launch of the Hubble Space Telescope.
METROPOLITAN PAVILION (125 West 18th Street)
Affordable Art Fair
Through September 13 In the past I have purchased wonderful pieces of art, all reasonably priced (as the name implies). All pieces range from $100-$10,000.
MUSEUM OF THE CITY OF NEW YORK (1220 Fifth Avenue)
Through September 13
An exhilarating exhibit of 50 years of New York landmarks.
WASHINGTON SQUARE PARK
Washington Square Outdoor Art Exhibit
September 12 & 13
A sidewalk show featuring fine arts and crafts, photography and sculpture.
ONGOING EXHIBITS:
AMERICAN FOLK ART MUSEUM (2 Lincoln Square) Folk Art and American ModernismThrough September 27 This exhibit traces folk art from fishing shacks to the walls of major art museums.|
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The Butterfly Conservatory
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AMERICAN MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY
(Central Park West at 79th Street)
Jean-Michel Cousteau's Secret OceanThrough January 2016
Take a breathtaking journey around the underwater world as Cousteau introduces 30 species shown for the first time on film... created over a three-year period.
The Butterfly Conservatory
Through May 29
The butterflies are back! Enter a room filled with beautiful butterflies of many different species... great for all ages.
ARSENAL GALLERY (830 Fifth Avenue)
Living Landmarks
Through September 25
Celebrates nine individually landmarked NYC public parks. Historical and contemporary photographs and memorabilia.
BROOKLYN BRIDGE PARK
Photoville
Through September 20
Annual popup village with over 50 photo exhibitions, music, and food.
CENTER FOR ITALIAN MODERN ART (421 Broome Street)
Contemporary Italian Designers in New York
September 17
Four young Italian designers who have recently relocated to New York will present their work and discuss their creative process and methodology.
COOPER HEWITT (2 East 91st Street) How Posters WorkThrough January 26, 2016 Dozens of designers collaborate to convey their ideas and constructions.
DISCOVERY TIMES SQUARE (226 West 44th Street)
The Hunger Games
Through January 3, 2016
The world premiere exhibition is open! Katniss fans will go wild for authentic costumes, props, and highly interactive hands-on experiences exploring the world of Panem.
ELLIS ISLAND
Ongoing
Life-size historic photographs of Ellis Island immigrants are displayed on the south side of Ellis Island.
Ongoing
Tells the story of immigration to America before the processing station opened in 1892 and after it closed in 1954.
GAGOSIAN GALLERY (555 West 24th Street)
Roy LichtensteinThrough October 17 Pop-up replica of the early 80s Greene Street mural.
HELLY NAHMAD GALLERY (975 Madison Avenue)
HIRSCHL & ADLER GALLERY (730 Fifth Avenue)
Tensions September 17 through October 24
Don't miss Elizabeth Turk's "Tensions" exhibition of hand carved marble statues.
THE JEWISH MUSEUM (1109 Fifth Avenue)
Through September 27
The first exhibition to explore how avant-garde art influenced the look and content of early network television.
MADISON SQUARE PARK
Through Winter
500 feet of sprawling sculptures made of golden canopies suspended above the park's pathway. An eye-catching exhibit.
MATTHEW MARKS GALLERY (523 West 24th) Through October 24 Over 30 works on paper that Truitt made while living in Tokyo. THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART (1000 Fifth Avenue)
I visited recently and it's fantastic. Allow a two- stop visit since there's so much to see in the exhibit. I really enjoyed his Impressionist pieces and was surprised to learn that Sargent was a friend of Monet's.
Through November 1
A perfect time to visit the Met's Roof Garden. Besides the beautiful view and delicious drinks, Pierre Huyghe's minimalist installation is mystifying and adds to the view.
THE MORGAN LIBRARY AND MUSEUM (226 Madison Avenue)
Through October 11
For the first time in three decades, the original manuscript will travel from the British Library in London to New York, where it will be joined by original drawings and letters, rare editions, vintage photographs, and fascinating objects... many never before exhibited.
MUSEUM OF ARTS & DESIGN (2 Columbus Circle)
Through September 20
Photo-realistic painter Richard Estes exhibits his works.
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Fashion Underground: The World of Susanne Bartsch
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THE MUSEUM AT FIT (227 West 27th Street)
Through March 31, 2016 Exhibition of past three decades of 30 international artists whose works range in their approach to political, social, and cultural flux of our global landscape.
This Is for Everyone: Design Experiments for the Common Good
Through January 31, 2016
Digital age design encompassing fashion and furniture.
Through October 4
Showcases the work of photographers Harry Shunk (German, 1924-2006) and János Kender (Hungarian, 1937-2009) from the late 1950s to the early 1970s. Two dimensional black and white photographic works representing the chaotic energy of two dynamic cites... Paris and NYC. Andy Warhol: Campbell's Soup Cans and Other Works, 1953-1967
Through October 12Andy Warhol's famous Campbell Soup Cans are on display.
Picasso Sculpture
September 14 through February 7, 2016
See Picasso from a different perspective. His sculptures, which he adored living with and rarely showed, are the focus of the exciting new exhibition. Members get a sneak preview September 10th through 13th. |
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Glittering World:
Navajo Jewelry of the Yazzie Family
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NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE AMERICAN INDIAN (Broadway & Bridge Street)
Through January 10, 2016
Glittering World presents the story of Navajo jewelry through the lens of one of the most celebrated jewelry making families of our time.
NEW-YORK HISTORICAL SOCIETY (170 Central Park West)
Through October 12
Nine decades of his art on display for the first time.
THE NEW YORK BOTANICAL GARDEN
Frida Kahlo: Art, Garden, Life Through November 1The inaugural exhibition to examine Frida's appreciation for the beauty and variety of the natural world, as evidenced by her home, garden, and use of plant imagery in her artwork.
PAULA COOPER GALLERY (534 West 21st Street)
Christian Marclay
Through October 17
If you missed Christian Marclay's incredible exhibit of "The Clock," be sure to see his newest works.
PRATT INSTITUTE (Brooklyn Campus, 200 Willoughby Avenue)
Alumni Day and Reunion
September 19
Art on display from various former students including a solo exhibition "'Remnant Animism," paintings made on old household linens as canvases.
RANDALL'S ISLAND Through November Annual summer art exhibitions on the shoreline of Randall's Island.
Through November 1
In his new body of work, José Picayo explores the mystery of human perception and interaction.
SEAPORT CULTURE DISTRICT (Multiple Locations in Seaport District) Seaport Culture DistrictThrough December Installations, exhibitions and over 100 events presented by eight of our city's cultural institutions.
THE SKYSCRAPER MUSEUM (39 Battery Place)
Ten Tops
Through October
Focuses on a group of the world's tallest buildings 100 stories and higher. A perfect exhibit for this museum!
WHITNEY MUSEUM OF AMERICAN ART (99 Gansevoort Street)America is Hard to See Through September 24
Recently premiering at the downtown opening of the museum. View this inaugural exhibit of over 650 pieces from 400 artists.
ON THE RADAR:
VARIOUS MUSEUM LOCATIONS
Free Museum Day
September 26
Admission to participating museums throughout New York State, including the Morgan Library & Museum.
 NEW YORK TRANSIT MUSEUM (Boerum Pl & Schermerhorn Street, Brooklyn)
Bus Festival
September 27
22nd annual exhibit... explore vintage vehicles!
AFA NYC (54 Greene Street)
John Lennon
October 1 through 31
The illustration artworks of John Lennon on display and for acquisition.
NEW-YORK HISTORICAL SOCIETY (170 Central Park West)
Superheroes in Gotham
October 8 through February 21
Terrific exhibit on the birth of the history of comic books.
THE GUGGENHEIM MUSEUM (1071 Fifth Avenue) Alberto Burri: The Trauma of Painting
October 9 through January 6
Showcases the works of this Italian artist and pioneer.
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CURTAIN UP
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Documentaries, shorts, youth projects, and animated works, along with panel discussions and awards.
Avery Fisher Hall (10 Lincoln Center Plaza) Legendary music scores are brought to life by the New York Philharmonic while you watch all-time classic films. I plan to go see On the Waterfront on the 18th. MUSIC & DANCE:
Tuesdays & Wednesdays Jazz Nights The Lambs Club (132 West 44th Street)Live jazz from new and up and coming performers. |
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Between the Seas Festival
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September 12 through 29 Ingrid Bergman
BAM - Brooklyn Catch an on-screen salute to a legend.
Through September 13 Between the Seas Festival
Wild Project (195 East 3rd Street )
A Mediterranean festival of performing arts to include contemporary dance, theater and music.
Park Avenue Armory (646 Park Avenue)
Visual art, electro-pop, and contemporary dance intersect in an illuminating new work.
September 15 through 26 Brian Stokes Mitchell
Cafe Carlyle (35 East 76th Street) Don't miss the Tony-winning Broadway actor and singer. Buster Poindexter debuts on the 29th!
September 16 BAM 2015 Next Wave Festival Brooklyn Academy of Music (30 Lafayette Avenue - Brooklyn) Avant-garde music, theater, opera, and dance. Tickets are now on sale for performances through December 20th.
September 19 & 20 New York Theatre Ballet Schimmel Center at PACE University (3 Spruce Street) Classic revivals paired with the modern sensibilities for a two night event.
Through September 30 Generations in Jazz Festival Dizzy's Club Coca-Cola (10 Columbus Circle) Month-long concerts at Jazz at Lincoln Center.
THEATER: 
Tickets now on sale for 2-for-1 Broadway Week. Tickets will be sold for shows through September 20th.
39 StepsThrough November 30 Union Square Theatre (100 East 17th Street) The energetic production has returned to NYC! A comedic spoof where 4 actors portray over 150 characters. The Absolute Brightness of Leonard PelkeyThrough October 4 Westside Theatre Downstairs (407 West 43rd Street)An off-Broadway production of a tenaciously optimist and flamboyant 14 year old boy who goes missing from his small Jersey shore town. An American in Paris
Palace Theater (1564 Broadway)
American Stage debut of the story about a young artist who discovers life and love after returning from the war. Amazing GraceThrough December 20
Nederlander Theatre (208 West 41st)
World Premiere musical based on the awe-inspiring true story behind the world's most beloved song.
Through March 27, 2016
Stephen Sondheim Theatre (124 West 43rd Street)
This musical follows the legendary songwriter from her early days as a Brooklyn teenager to well-known hits as a top recording artist.
Clever Little Lies
September 18 through January 3
Westside Theatre (407 West 43rd Street)
A comedy of love, deceit, and secrets starring "That Girl" Marlo Thomas! Previews start September 18th, opens October 12th through January 3rd.
Cloud Nine
September 16 through November 1
Linda Gross Theater (336 West 20th Street)
Atlantic Theater Company presents a landmark play about power, politics and family life, set in colonial Africa and 1979 London. Through February 28, 2016
Barrymore Theatre (243 West 47th Street) Now a Tony Award Winning play! The lead actor, a recent graduate of Julliard, is brilliant. The story unfolds with a mathematically precocious adolescent with behavioral problems uncovering truths and secrets. 
A Delicate ShipThrough September 12 Peter J. Sharp Theater (416 West 42nd Street)
A kaleidoscope night in NYC that changes the lives of three people forever.
DesireThrough October 10 59E59 Theaters Acting Company's performance, based on six short stories by the acclaimed writer, Tennessee Williams.
Through July 3, 2016
Starring Kelsey Grammer. The amazing story of how Peter became Pan.
The FlickThrough January 10, 2016 Barrow Street Theatre (27 Barrow Street) Set in a run-down movie theater in central Massachusetts, this is
Annie Baker's Pulitzer Prize-winning play.
September 15 through December 6
Manhattan Theatre Club (261 West 47th Street)
Sam Shepard's landmark myth starring Sam Rockwell tells the story of two former lovers struggling. Previews begin September 15th, opens October 8th through December 6th.
FulfillmentSeptember 11 through October 19 The Flea Theater (41 White Street) A play focused on what makes us happy.Fun HomeThrough June 5, 2016 Circle in the Square Theatre (235 West 50th Street) Performance brings the actors and audience within close proximity. Tony Award Winning play about seeing your parents through adult eyes.
Greek Festival
Through September 27 Classic Stage Company (136 East 13th Street)
A month long festival of productions and seminars celebrating classical Greek theater.
HamiltonInformed ConsentThrough September 13 The Duke (229 West 42nd Street) A drama about one woman's quest surrounding the mystery of science and her own life.
Through September 6
The Signature Theater (480 West 42nd Street)
World premier by Pulitzer prize winning playwright of the Flick. John is directed by Sam Gold and is the story of a young couple's struggle to stay together. The King and I
Through February 21, 2016 Lincoln Center Theater (150 West 65th Street) The revival of Rodgers and Hammerstein's play, starring Tony Award Winner Kelli O'Hara.
On the TownThrough September 6
Lyric Theatre (213 West 42nd Street) The feel good play of the season. Broadway's largest orchestra and cast make us fall in love with the city again.
Ruthless
Through January 2, 2016
St. Luke's Theatre (308 West 46th Street)
Called "the mother of all musicals," I've seen it and can attest... it's a hilarious show starring 10-year old Tori Murray.
 The Taming of the ShrewThrough September 20 Bryant Park Shakespearean comedy of wit and deception... al fresco! The Two Gentlemen from Verona September 10 through 26
The Players Theatre (115 Macdougal Street)
Shakespeare's classic comes to the West Village for a limited run.
Ziegfeld's Midnight FrolicSaturdays through November 21 Speakeasy Dollhouse (234 West 42nd Street) A hidden theater in the Heart of Times Square, purchase tickets for an evening of music, magic, and mystery.
ON THE RADAR:
September 20 TalkCinema
The Walter Reade Theater at Lincoln Center (165 West 65th Street)
General admission or season passes available for the film series featuring new independent films... you won't know what you see until you arrive, but you'll be able to discuss the movie afterwards with directors, producers, distributors, critics and each other. September 22 through 29 Swan Lake Lincoln Center Plaza Get your tickets for one of my favorite ballets... and take a look of the rest of the NYC Ballet's fall schedule through October 18.
September 23 Gin Game
John Golden Theatre (252 West 45th Street) Broadway reunion starring award winning actors Cecily Tyson and James Earl Jones. A heartwarming story about two lonely nursing home residents, drawn together over the game of Gin Rummy! Previews begin September 23rd, opens October 14th through January 10th.
September 23 Tango LoversNYU Skirball Center for the Performing Arts (566 Laguardia Place) A dynamic, elegant, exciting, and sensuous performance touring around the world. BAM - Brooklyn Author of Eat, Pray, Love celebrates the release of her new book with a discussion at BAM.
September 24 through 26 New York PhilharmonicAvery Fisher Hall (10 Lincoln Center Plaza) Visit the schedule for upcoming concerts through the rest of the year. September 24 through 27 Long Beach International Film Festival Long Beach & Rockville Centre (Long Island) Premieres, Screenings, Galas and Panels.
 September 24 through 29 Festival of New Trumpet Music 2015Various Locations
Concerts and workshops held throughout the city to support new and emerging musicians.
September 25 through October 11 New York Film Festival Film Society of Lincoln Center (70 Lincoln Center Plaza) The 53nd annual festival features the premieres of many of the best films. Tickets go on sale to the general public on the 13th.
September 27 29th Annual Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction Times Square, Shubert Alley & West 44th Street, NYC Broadway fans - mark your calendars! Find one-of-a-kind showbiz treasures, meet your favorite cast members, and bid on exclusive backstage experiences.
September 28 The New York Pops Presents A Cabaret Evening
54 Below, 254 West 54th Street
A champagne reception followed by dinner and a performance. Proceeds benefit the Ronald McDonald House.
 September 29 Eclipsed The Public Theater (425 Lafayette Street) Academy Award winner Lupita Nyong'o ( Twelve Years a Slave) makes her theatrical debut in NYC. A story revolving around distinct women who must discover their own means of survival during the Liberian Civil War. Through November 15th. September 30 Fall for DanceNew York City Center (131 West 55th Street) Tickets go on sale September 13th for this annual festival with performances through October 11th. October 6 First Daughter SuiteThe Public Theater (425 Lafayette Street) Focuses on American's best known daughters, those of the President, as they strive to live meaningful lives in the public eye. Through November 15th. October 9 My Favorite Things: The Songs of Rodgers and HammersteinCarnegie Hall (881 Seventh Avenue) Order your tickets for The New York Pops performance... tickets are sure to go fast! Selections will include "Some Enchanted Evening" from South Pacific, "The Sound of Music" from The Sound of Music, and "Oh, What a Beautiful Morning" from Oklahoma.October 14 White Light FestivalLincoln Center
Complimentary events at Lincoln Center throughout the month to lighten your soul... abstract musical events that illuminate our lives. Through November 22nd.
HOT TICKETS NOW ON SALE:
A View from the Bridge
Previews begin October 21
Lyceum Theatre (149 West 45th Street)
Magnificent and electrifying performance of Arthur Miller's classic. Previews begin October 21st, opens November 12th.
China Doll
Previews begin October 21
Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre (236 West 45th Street)
What do you get when the leading man is played by Al Pacino and the playwright is David Mamet? Perfection. Tickets will be selling quickly for this story about a wealthy man, his young fiance, and an airplane! Previews begin October 21st, opens November 19th.
The Color Purple
Previews begin November 10
Bernard B Jacobs Theatre (242 West 45th Street)Tickets are now on sale for this Broadway revival starring Jennifer Hudson and Danielle Brooks of Orange is the New Black. Previews start November 10th, opens December 10th.
Previews begin October 22 Broadhurst Theatre (Broadway & 44th Street)
Much-anticipated thriller based on the Stephen King novel (and movie starring Kathy Bates). I was petrified reading the book, the movie brought it to life, and the on-stage show starring Bruce Willis and Laurie Metcalf is sure to have you on the edge of your seat! Previews start October 22nd, opens November 15th.
Previews begin September 17
Roundabout Theatre Company (231 West 39th Street)
A Harold Pinter production starring Clive Owen in a play that focuses on the past you can't escape. Previews start September 17th, opens October 6th.
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FOR THE FOODIE
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Fall in New York signals a slew of brand new restaurant openings. In the coming weeks I plan to try out the most buzzworthy openings so stay tuned for my reviews.
Through September 20 Feast of San Gennaro
Little Italy An annual tradition in NYC, food vendors and a spirited crowd throughout Little Italy celebrating Italian culture. Through September 27 Oyster Week
Participating restaurants All things oysters with food and wine pairings. September 11 through 13 Taste Talks
Various Locations
A foodie's haven... Panels and workshops to satisfy every taste. September 12 The Vendy Awards
Governors Island
Mario Batali calls it "the Oscars of street food for real New Yorkers." Sample the best in our city's street food as the vendors compete for the best of the best.  September 13 TASTE Williamsburg GreenpointEast River State Park - Williamsburg, Brooklyn Annual outdoor celebration of North Brooklyn's local eats! It's a block party style tasting event. Sample over 40 of the neighborhood's best restaurants, bars, breweries and wineries. September 16 Eataly's Fifth Birthday Bash Dine AroundEataly (200 Fifth Avenue) An international dine-around dinner designed by five acclaimed guest chefs (including Dan Barber of Blue Hill). Guests will have the unique opportunity to dine and drink "around the world," celebrating Eataly in NYC, Italy, and beyond. September 17 Harvest in the SquareUnion Square 20th Annual premier food and wine tasting event in Union Square.
September 18 6th Annual International Pairing Series Presented by American Airlines
City Winery (155 Varick Street)
Dinners showcasing the wines and cuisine of a fascinating region served by American Airlines... the September event is all about Greece.
September 18 & 19 Wine Riot69th Regiment Armory (68 Lexington Avenue) All access pass to over 250 wines from across the globe.  Through September 30 Celebrate a Sweet SeptemberVarious Locations NYC restaurants and sweet shops celebrate together... order their "Sweet September" dessert and $1 will be donated to Citymeals on Wheels. Check the website for participating spots.Through October 1 Madison Square EatsMadison Square Park Twice a year outdoor food festival is a cozy enclave of 30 food vendors.ON THE RADAR:
September 19 Oktoberfest
Various Locations Through October 5th, stay tuned for a Special Feature covering the best of Oktoberfest in NYC. In the meantime, purchase tickets to visit Central Park on the 19th for live e ntertainment on the big stage, plus a variety of German food, beer and wine.
Central Park SummerStage 30 favorite food vendors all in one place, for one night only. Sip a lovely beer or fine wine, listen to a DJ spin the hottest tunes, and taste the finest treats in town. Top vendors include: Blue Marble Ice Cream, Mighty Quinn's BBQ, and Red Hook Lobster Pound.  September 20 Brooklyn Local Craft Beer Festival420 Carroll Street - Brooklyn The festival spotlights small to mid-sized breweries in and around the five boroughs. Plus, there's food!September 21 12th Annual A Second Helping of LifeChelsea Piers - Pier 60 (at 20th Street) Sponsored by noted female chefs throughout the city, the proceeds go to SHARE, which benefits both breast and ovarian cancer charities. September 23 through 29 The Nordic Food Festival139 Charles Street at North Market SquareTaste the culinary styles of the world's Nordic countries... Iceland, Denmark, Finland, and Sweden. Fika, a café that I often frequent, will serve a selection of Nordic inspired meals on the 23rd.September 24 Tasting Table Presents a Guest Chef Dinner with Alon ShayaTasting Table Test Kitchen (495 Broome Street) New Orleans-based, Tel Aviv-born chef Alon Shaya (a James Beard Award Winner) will serve an inventive Southern twist on Israeli cuisine.September 25 through 27 The New York Coffee Festival69th Regiment Armory (68 Lexington Avenue) New York's flagship coffee event, featuring live experiences from over 70 coffee, food and equipment suppliers.  September 26 Chelsea Eats Popup8th Avenue from 14th to 23rd Streets "Stop, Shop, and Roll." Visit for a new type of street fair. Experience the best of NYC's artisanal food, handcrafted goods, best food trucks, and incredible visual artists. Be on the lookout for similar events from this concept company. September 26 Tastes NYCGansevoort Plaza Taste the area's best restaurants at an outdoor foodie paradise. September 26 Taste of GramercyIrving Place (between 17th & 18th streets) Great food samplings and cultural activities at this annual culinary festival. September 27 Atlantic AnticAtlantic Avenue - Brooklyn
10th annual celebration featuring food, music, and shopping.
An afternoon of great eats with special guest chefs like Carla Hall (The Chew), Mario Batali, and Anthony Sasso. Live cooking demonstrations, workshops, a delicious picnic, and activities for kids. There will also be organic gardening and cooking for the whole family.
September 30 Dine Around Downtown 2015
28 Liberty Plaza
Downtown restaurants come together at one food fair.
Signature menu items will be available from participating restaurants for between $3-$7 so you can sample it all... See a full list of participants online. September 30 through October 3 Identita GoloseEataly (200 5th Avenue) This 6th annual event brings together seven of Italy's most notable chefs, partnering with seven of America's most celebrated culinary personalities. Take part in seminars and classes, along with two 4-course dinners showcasing progressive Italian dishes and wine pairings.  October 3 Harvest FestStone Barns Center - 630 Bedford Road (Pocantico Hills, NY)
12th annual celebration and fundraiser... a day of touring, food tastings, great music and an incredible farmer's market.October 15 through 18 NYC Wine & Food FestivalVarious Locations Tickets are now on sale for this popular yearly event presented by Food and Wine. Eat, drink and end hunger. It's a great event that I always attend!
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SPECIAL FEATURE: Viva Italia!
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Mulberry Street - Little Italy Through September 20th, stroll the streets of historic Little Italy for this annual event... colorful parades, musical entertainment every day, ethnic food delicacies, and charming restaurants and cafes.
EAT:
My favorite spots for Italian dining are Pellegrino's Ristorante (138 Mulberry Street) and Il Cortile (125 Mulberry Street), a neighborhood staple for the past 40 years. Weather permitting, dine in the outdoor garden. And, don't forget to stop in at Di Palo (200 Grand Street) for groceries... homemade mozzarella at its finest!
WALK:
Savory Sojourns offers culinary tours of Little Italy, as well as Greenwich Village, both feasts for your eyes and your palates.
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Met Opera:
Cavalleria Rusticana/Pagliacci
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Go to the Met (Lincoln Center Plaza) to delight your ears and your eyes. The new season starts on September 21st at the Metropolitan Opera, so order tickets for Anna Bolena, Cavalleria Rusticana/Pagliacci, or Madama Butterfly.
Scuola Italiana del Greenwich Village (240 Bleecker Street) is one of the best schools in the city to learn to speak Italian. I've already begun to fulfill my dream there of speaking my family's native language.
COOK:
Rustico Cooking School(40 West 39th Street) offers amazing pasta making classes... what could be more Italian than that? Or, take a Mozzarella Making Class at Murray's Cheese (254 Bleecker Street)... while you're there, pick up some fresh Parmigiano Reggiano and olive oil.
ATTEND:
Both Casa Italiana at NYU and The Italian Academy at Columbia University hold lectures, book discussions, and exhibitions centered on Italian culture. Visit Casa Italiana on September 14th for an event featuring Italian artist Fabrizio Ruggiero in conversation with author Idanna Pucci as they discuss the role of art in today's world.
Visit Eataly (200 5th Avenue) to immerse yourself in everything Italian... the freshest Italian foods and gifts!
TRAVEL:
Visit Italy with Su Misura...if you're dreaming of Italy check out this ultra savvy boutique travel group. Su Misura, in Italian, means tailor-made, and these small group travel experiences
join art, artisanship, and Italian style for an experience you'll never forget. Read the book by the owner, Gabriella Contestabile, The Artisan's Star, which takes place in Florence.
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