NYC DOT unveils more than 130 initial locations for 2024 Open Streets, with more to come throughout the year Car-Free Earth Day programming to include live music, arts and culture experiences, fitness and health activities, environmental educational panels, and free One-Day Passes with Citi Bike citywide New York City DepartmentContinue Reading
Leaders in finance, entertainment, technology, philanthropy, and media to be honored with the prestigious Ellis Island Medals of Honor on May 18th During Gala on Ellis Island (Credit: The Ellis Island Honors Society) The Ellis Island Honors Society (EIHS) has today announced the recipients of the Annual Ellis Island MedalsContinue Reading
Photo: NYC Parks / Daniel Avila To celebrate the new Office of Marine Debris Disposal and Vessel Surrendering, officials crushed a boat recovered from the waterways following Hurricane Sandy On Monday, April 15, NYC Parks Commissioner Sue Donoghue, NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) Deputy Commissioner Keith Kerman, New York City Councilmember Joann Ariola, Councilmember Selvena Brooks-Powers, Councilmember Inna Vernikov, CUNY Kingsborough Community College Interim President SuriContinue Reading
Mana Up features many unique products from Hawaii’s emerging entrepreneurs, makers and artisans. Mana Up & Shopify partner to bring Hawai’i’s Aloha Market to Manhattan for new, unique pop-up experience Mana Up announces the first-ever Aloha Market in Manhattan, a three-day Hawai’i-themed immersive shopping event that will be held April 26 – 28. Held at ShopifyContinue Reading
Back and bigger than ever, the 2-day festival welcomes visitors to explore and showcase the artistry and community of “nerd culture” across the Black diaspora. The Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture will host its 12th Annual Black Comic Book Festival on April 26 and 27. The two-day festivalContinue Reading
13 State Landmarks to Be Lit in Celebration of Transgender Day of Visibility Read the Proclamation Here Governor Kathy Hochul today issued a proclamation declaring March 31, 2024 Transgender Day of Visibility, celebrating the trans community in New York State and across the country. The Governor also announced that New York State landmarksContinue Reading
Weekly Report Will Help New Yorkers Identify the Best Places to See Lilacs, Roses, Tulips, Magnolias and Cherry Blossoms at Over 30 Partner Attractions Statewide – Interactive State Map Available Here Governor Hochul Also Reminds New Yorkers of Spring-Themed Hikes, Maple Sugar Programs, and Nature Programs at New York State ParksContinue Reading
Prize Includes $50,000 and Title of American Historian Laureate Dr. Agnes Hsu-Tang, chair of the New-York Historical Society’s Board of Trustees, and Dr. Louise Mirrer, president and CEO of New-York Historical, announced today that Jonathan Eig will be honored with New-York Historical’s annual Barbara and David Zalaznick Book Prize inContinue Reading
New York Life Insurance Building in Manhattan Receives Lucy G. Moses AwardPhoto Credit: New York Life Insurance Building Ben Roberts Honored at Awards Ceremony on April 10th at 6:00 pm at The Plaza The New York Landmarks Conservancy has announced the winners of the 2024 Lucy G. Moses Preservation Awards, theContinue Reading
Issues Proclamation Designating March as Women’s History Month to Honor Trailblazers Who Have Shaped New York State’s History On March 8, State Landmarks to be Lit Purple in Recognition of Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day Governor Kathy Hochul today issued a proclamation designating March as Women’s History Month to celebrate the achievementsContinue Reading