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2005-06-02T12:53:00.000-07:00

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/24-7PressRelease/ - June 02, 2005 - www.4rentinnyc.com and www.4saleinnyc.com now offers RSS syndication of property listings for the New York City, Los Angeles, and Philadelphia area. Syndication was developed by Link u Realty(www.linkusystems.com) and NetSolutions(www.netsolutionsgroup.net), for 4rentinnyc.com and 4saleinnyc.com. RSS is a new technology for many sites, once used only for blogs, people interested in new properties for sale or for rent in the New York City, Los Angeles, and Philadelphia area now have an outlet to recieve the newest listings to their newsfeeds. People often ask what is RSS, well RSS is like an online newspaper delivering new stories or headlines to your newsbox up to the minute it was posted. A new feature to come soon for www.4rentinnyc.com and www.4saleinnyc.com is Podcasting and media RSS. Media RSS" is a new RSS module that supplements the enclosure capabilties of RSS 2.0 .Enclosures in RSS are already being used to syndicate audio files (Podcasting) and images. Media RSS extends enclosures to handle other media types, such as short films or TV, in addition to providing additional metadata with the media. Media RSS enables content publishers and bloggers to broadly distribute descriptions of and links to multimedia content. Media RSS adds functionality to RSS that improves the handling of multimedia content, such as encoded video files. This includes allowing for multiple streams/links for a single item (to support multiple encoded files for a single item), and extended metadata to be specified for each item and file. In addition, the format allows for content providers to provide a URL (and window dimensions) for a video player hosted on their site, as opposed to a direct link to a media file or stream, so they can control the playback environment. Please visit www.4rentinnyc.com and www.4saleinnyc.com for up to the minuite property postings.

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2005-06-01T21:16:00.000-07:00

Online Real Estate Sites in NY (Www.4rentinnyc.Com And Www.4saleinnyc.Com) Offer Free Advertising Service

The fastest growing marketplace for New York City apartment rentals and sales offers a free self service Web site for brokers, agents and property owners, connecting property seekers with landlords and sellers.

New York (PRWEB) February 23, 2005 – New York's fastest growing marketplace for New York City apartment rentals and sales, http://www.4rentinnyc.com/ and http://www.4saleinnyc.com/, offers a free service for brokers, agents and property owners, with no obligation.

The new service allows apartment dwellers in New York and homeowners in the Hamptons or Brooklyn to advertise their properties on the Internet for free as long as they need.

Advertising real estate with New York’s favorite marketplace is now quick, easy and effective. In real time, landlords, agents, relocation specialists and brokers can post and manage multiple property listings with photographs for free. Prospective home buyers and apartment renters see the ads the instant they are posted to the Web.

The free advertising is for anyone, from homeowners relocating from Los Angeles to licensed real estate companies in New York.

In addition, the two Web sites have retained NetSolutions (http://www.netsolutionsgroup.net/) to enhance the Web presence of the site through updated graphics and search engine optimization techniques. They chose NetSolutions because of its ability to enable real estate agents and other business-to-business clients to gain a competitive advantage in the marketplace through business and IT consulting.

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For Rent in New York City.com (http://www.4rentinnyc.com/) gives landlords and property owners the opportunity to maximize their exposure on the worldwide Internet free. Using self-service technology, properties can be listed free at the owner or agent’s leisure, 24 hours a day.

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A Dads Poem

2005-05-31T19:16:00.000-07:00

Her hair was up in a pony tail,
her favorite dress tied with a bow.
Today was Daddy's Day at school,
and she couldn't wait to go.

But her mommy tried to tell her,
that she probably should stay home.
Why the kids might not understand,
if she went to school alone.

But she was not afraid;
she knew just what to say.
What to tell her classmates
of why he wasn't there today.

But still her mother worried,
for her to face this day alone.
And that was why once again,
she tried to keep her daughter home.

But the little girl went to school
eager to tell them all.
About a dad she never sees
a dad who never calls.

There were daddies along the wall in back,
for everyone to meet.
Children squirming impatiently,
anxious in their seats

One by one the teacher called
a student from the class.
To introduce their daddy,
as seconds slowly passed.

At last the teacher called her name,
every child turned to stare.
Each of them was searching,
a man who wasn't there.

"Where's her daddy at?"
she heard a boy call out.
"She probably doesn't have one,"
another student dared to shout.

And from somewhere near the back,
she heard a daddy say,
"Looks like another deadbeat dad,
too busy to waste his day."

The words did not offend her,
as she smiled up at her Mom.
And looked back at her teacher,
who told her to go on.
And with hands behind her back,
slowly she began to speak.
And out from the mouth of a child,
came words incredibly unique.

"My Daddy couldn't be here,
because he lives so far away.
But I know he wishes he could be,
since this is such a special day.
And though you cannot meet him,
I wanted you to know.
All about my daddy,
and how much he loves me so.

He loved to tell me stories
he taught me to ride my bike.
He surprised me with pink roses,
and taught me to fly a kite.

We used to share fudge sundaes,
and ice cream in a cone.
And though you cannot see him.
I'm not standing here alone.

"Cause my daddy's always with me,
even though we are apart
I know because he told me,
he'll forever be in my heart"

With that, her little hand reached up,
and lay across her chest.
Feeling her own heartbeat,
beneath her favorite dress.

And from somewhere here in the crowd of dads,
her mother stood in tears.
Proudly watching her daughter,
who was wise beyond her years.

For she stood up for the love
of a man not in her life.
Doing what was best for her,
doing what was right.

And when she dropped her hand back down,
staring straight into the crowd.
She finished with a voice so soft,
but its message clear and loud.

"I love my daddy very much,
he's my shining star.
And if he could, he'd be here,
but heaven's just too far
You see he was a fireman
and died just this past year
When airplanes hit the towers
and taught Americans to fear.

But sometimes when I close my eyes,
it's like he never went away."
And then she closed her eyes,
and saw him there that day.
And to her mothers amazement,
she witnessed with surprise
A room full of daddies and children,
all starting to close their eyes.

Who knows what they saw before them,
who knows what they felt inside.
Perhaps for merely a second,
they saw him at her side.
"I know you're with me Daddy,"
to the silence she called out.
And what happened next made believers,
of those once filled with doubt.

Not one in that room could explain it,
for each of their eyes had been closed.
But there on the desk beside her,
was a fragrant long-stemmed pink rose.

And a child was blessed, if only for a moment,
by the love of her shining star.
And given the gift of believing,
that heaven is never too far.

They say it takes a minute to find a special
person, an hour to appreciate them,
a day to love them, but then an entire
life to forget them.

Send this to the people you'll never forget and
remember to send it also to the person that sent
it to you. It's a short message to let them know
that you'll never forget them.

Riders losses are MTA's gains

2005-05-27T14:53:00.000-07:00

BY TOM MCGINTY
STAFF WRITER
May 27, 2005

They're scattered around the city -- probably around the world, in fact -- hidden in coat pockets and old purses, jammed in wallets between business cards, buried in landfills.

And they once were worth $55 million.

They're the millions of MetroCards that expired over the past three years before their owners used the full balance for subway or bus trips.

The riders' losses are the Metropolitan Transportation Authority's gains -- $21 million last year alone -- and it's possible that many straphangers took that hit because they were unaware of a little-publicized policy allowing the balance from an expired card to be transferred to a fresh one.

"They should make it more public," Herbert Byrd of Long Island City said Thursday as he waited for a train at the Queensboro Plaza Station. "A lot of people throw those cards away and are losing money. It doesn't seem fair."

New York City Transit spokesman Charles Seaton said the MetroCards have expiration dates because they deteriorate over time. The forfeited fares, which were detailed in the agency's 2004 financial reports, all came from either full-price, single-ride cards or pay-per-ride cards, which give one free trip for every five purchased, he said.

The balance on an expired MetroCard can be transferred to a new one up to a year after the expiration date, but it requires filling out a questionnaire and mailing the card to NYC Transit, which provides postage-paid envelopes at ticket booths.

NYC Transit couldn't say Thursday how many riders had done that, but it's clear from the financial reports that millions didn't.

The pile of forfeited fares grew as MetroCards supplanted tokens as the primary method of payment, going from $9 million in 2002 to $25 million in 2003, the year tokens were done away with completely. In 2004, expired cards contributed $21 million to the agency's coffers.

Seaton said the issue of forfeited fares is "really no gain to the transit authority because it doesn't effect the amount of service we put out."

But Martin Robins, director of the Vorhees Transportation Policy Institute at Rutgers University, said the revenue does provide "a net benefit to the MTA.

"I wouldn't call this, by any means, an abuse," said Robins, a former deputy executive director of New Jersey Transit. "I think the one point they could be called upon [to correct] is for the refund process to be posted more conspicuously near the token machines."

Transit advocate Gene Russianoff, staff attorney of the New York Public Interest Research Group's Straphangers Campaign, also said he didn't fault the MTA and theorized that many of the expired cards were bought by tourists who left town before they were used up.

"I have a typical New York attitude toward tourists: They're on the their own," Russianoff said. "The more they help the system out the better, and I don't stay up late at night worrying about them."

He also said he didn't think mailing in expired cards was too onerous.

"I guess you could argue you should be able to hand in your card to the station booth clerk," he said. "There's no system that's going to be perfect and there are going to be people who are going to be unhappy."

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Should FDNY stop for red lights?

2005-05-27T14:43:00.000-07:00

BY WILLIAM MURPHY
STAFF WRITER

May 27, 2005

The fire commissioner yesterday accused fire union leaders of putting lives in danger by urging a rule-book response to traffic regulations en route to emergencies.

"Your actions may well be endangering the public you are sworn to serve," Fire Commissioner Nicholas Scoppetta said in a letter to the two main unions.

He wrote that response times to emergencies have increased in each of the past eight months, compared with the same months last year. He called it "a statistic that is both alarming and dangerous."

Both unions said the increased response times were because of the department's concerted effort to reduce accidents.

The head of the Uniformed Fire Officers Association, Peter Gorman, said Scoppetta had influenced the slower response by disciplining a firefighter involved in a fatal crash last July in the Bronx.

Gorman added that the response times would remain slower because of a pilot program to mount video cameras on the dashboard of rigs.

"I welcome the cameras," he said. "They will result in a safer environment for my members and the general public."

Stephen Cassidy, president of the Uniformed Firefighters Association, also said the safety effort to reduce accidents has slowed responses.

"You have to get to the scene before you can help people," he said.

"The department should be proud of the fact they've reduced accidents. They're just not happy with one of the side effects."

Since the crash, the officers union has been telling its members to order firefighters driving rigs to obey the National Fire Prevention Association guidelines by coming to a full stop at red lights and stop signs.

Scoppetta said that contradicted department regulations, which allow fire vehicles to proceed through stop signs and red lights with caution.

The fire commissioner said that in the July crash, the fire engine was going 30 miles an hour through a red light when it was struck by a sport utility vehicle, fatally injuring a passenger in the civilian car.

In reviewing the accident, Scoppetta said, he learned that department regulations required a full stop at red lights and stop signs.

After Scoppetta found out about the requirement, the department revised its regulations to comply with state law, which allows emergency responders to go through a stop sign or red light.

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2005-05-26T08:07:00.000-07:00

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500 field visits New York.

2005-05-26T07:54:00.000-07:00

The 33 drivers making up the starting field for the 89th Indianapolis 500 this weekend lined up in traditional eleven-row order - wearing their colourful overalls and with helmets tucked under their right arms - in New York's Times Square for an unprecedented media photo opportunity behind a 'yard of bricks' graphic.
With the Borg-Warner trophy and a Team 7-Eleven show car of MBNA Pole winner Tony Kanaan flanking the field, the drivers were joined by former US secretary of state General Colin Powell, who will drive the pace car in the 29 May classic.
The Borg-Warner trophy was making its first public appearance in New York City since its unveiling at the Roosevelt Hotel in 1936.
"It's going to be a fun day," said two-time Indianapolis 500 winner Helio Castroneves, who occupied the space reserved on Military Island for the middle starter in row two..
It was a full day of activity for the drivers, with Kanaan, the reigning series champion, and Danica Patrick appearing on ESPN2's Cold Pizza show and the Fox News Channel.
Patrick was the focus of particular attention, as only the fourth woman to start the 500-mile race. In the afternoon, she was a guest on the syndicated Jim Rome Show, taped a segment for CNN NewsNight with Aaron Brown and was a guest on The Late Show with her team's co-owner David Letterman.
After the photo opportunity, the drivers returned to the Marriott Marquis for a luncheon and interviews with national and international print, video and online media outlets.

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2005-05-20T06:12:00.000-07:00

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2005-05-20T06:08:00.000-07:00

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New York Restaurant Reviews

2005-05-20T06:02:00.000-07:00

The following restaurants are a partial listing of those available inThe Big Apple
Ruth Reichl, the former restaurant critic of The New York Times, gives six restaurants the top, four-star rating ("Extraordinary"): Daniel, Chanterelle, Jean Georges, Le Bernardin, Le Cirque 2000, and Lespinasse.
21 Club21 W. 52nd St. (between 5th & 6th Ave.)212-582-7200
An American institution (even considered a landmark) that has been renewed and rejuvenated to great reviews. Expensive but worth some good deals, and excellent people-watching, as ever.

Alain Ducasse155 West 58th Street (in the Essex House)212-265-7300
When someone known as the best chef in the world opens a restaurant in New York City, the pressure is on, and Ducasse has been subjected to the extremely detailed criticism and analysis that only someone in his position can or should expect. He runs Michelin 3-star restaurants in both Monte Carlo and Paris, and this is probably the most expensive restaurant in New York, so his work is really cut out for him. Pre-selected menus are $160 and $250 (that's the truffle menu); there is only one seating per night and at lunch on Wednesday and Thursday only, so you can take your time. And count on waiting a month or two for a reservation.

Asia De Cuba237 Madison Ave. (37th-38th Sts.)212-726-7755
A wild party scene with a communal table and wild Asian/Cuban food in the very hip Morgan's Hotel, this is not for the faint of heart or the anti-chic. However, it does seem to work for most of the people there, and some of the more successful and inventive dishes are truly remarkable. Philippe Starck did the all-white interior, complete with a 45-foot hologram of a waterfall.

Balthazar80 Spring St. (Soho, between Crosby & Broadway)212-965-1414
Cool, hip, trendy and a magnet for models and rock stars, this is one of NYC's coolest and most popular restaurants, which also happens to resemble a Parisian brasserie. Waiters are not always full of good cheer, though. Owners have a sister restaurant just south of 14th Street in the soon-to-be-former meat-packing district, PASTIS (9 9th Avenue, 929-4844 or the above number.)

Bouley Bakery120 W. Broadway (Tribeca, between Duane & Reade Sts.)212-964-2525
A bakery and restaurant run by one of the city's best chefs, this small and sort of informal place has established itself as one of the most successful destinations for serious eaters.

Café Boulud20 E. 76th Street (between 5th and Madison Aves.)(212) 772-2600
In the former home of his classic French restaurant, Daniel, now removed to 65th and Park (see listing below), Daniel Boulud has created a cool, lessformal, modern restaurant that is still frequented by the formal,traditional crowd that packed his restaurant before (he calls it "casualchic"). Rated three stars by The New York Times from its opening in thefall of 1998, its fun and casual trappings (shirtsleeved waiters, acrowded and sometimes noisy dining room, for example) are perfect for the inventive, experimental approach to dishes. The "travel" section of themenu changes monthly, and the other three sections, traditional, seasonal,and vegetarian, feature daily specials. One of NYC's treasures, already.
Price: Expensive

Chanterelle2 Harrison Street (at Hudson Street)212-966-6960
For over twenty years now, this beautiful, elegant TriBeCa restaurant has inspired much appeciatiation for its warmth and intimacy as well as its French haute cuisine. Opulent, traditional sauces share the menu with some more experimental, lighter dishes. New York Times critic William Grimes said that the peanut brittle dessert is a "life-changing experience."
Chicama35 East 18th Street212-505-2233
Showy, exuberant Latin cuisine and decor make for a lively place with some unlikely items, like duck served in a martini glass. The most sophisticated dishes from South and Central American cuisine are found alongside innovative items.

Danube30 Hudson Street (at Duane Street)212-791-3771
Chef David Bouley has started another restaurant, this one paying dreamy homage to 19th century Austria. It is like dining in a Klimpt painting. Fancy and flamboyant food goes right with the decor.
DestinÈe134 E. 61st St. (between Lexington & Park)212-888-1220
Chef Jean-Yves Schillinger arrives having already earned two Michelin stars for his excellent new French cuisine. A solid bet.

Estiatorio Milos125 W. 55th St.212-245-7400
Some people might feel that this is a classic Greek restaurant dressed up in designer city clothes (in this case, a white suit). The spirit is there, the waitstaff full of energy and joy, and the range of menu is delightful, though it features fish almost exclusively. The fish is sold by the pound, and though some complex dishes may disappoint, the typical experience is extraordinary. Good for crowds.

Gotham Bar & Grill12 E. 12th St. (between 5th Ave. & University Place)212-620-4020
One of the city's best, most glamorous spots, with gorgeously presented dishes and an excellent staff. Innovative American cuisine. Worth the trip downton (it's not a foreign country, you know, just like Greenwich Village).
Jean GeorgesOne Central Park West (at Columbus Circle and 60th Street)(212) 299-3900
The latest in a long line of triumphs (Jo-Jo, Vong, etc.) by chef-ownerJean-Georges Vongericten, designed by Adam Tihany, this restaurant hascollected stars from the start, including four from The New York Times, aswell as awards from The James Beard Foundation (Best New Restaurant) and Esquire Magazine (Chef of the Year). Mr. V. got his first set of four stars in 1986 at age 29, when he ran Lafayette in the Drake Hotel, and hasn't looked back. Here, in his dramatic but minimalist dining rooms (one formal, one, Nougatine, more casual), he emphasizes unusual aromas and flavors especially from rare wild herbs and spices released in tablesidecompletion. Some critics call it subtly revolutionary. Try the younggarlic soup with sautéed frog's legs, arctic char with potatoes andhorseradish cream, and lobster tartine.
Price: Expensive

Le Bernardin155 E. 51st St. (between 6th & 7th Avenues)212-489-1515
A firmly entrenched yet not-so-old favorite top restaurant, this is the place for seafood. Elegant atmosphere and smooth, classic service support chef Eric Ripert's efforts on both modern and traditional items. Menu specials match the season and the catch.

Le Cirque 2000455 Madison Ave. (in the Palace Hotel)212-303-7788
Still a favorite with celebrities, still making classic French food in the best of creative ways, still offering the best pastry to be found, the newly-moved event of a restaurant has one thing different from its old place: shocking interior design. The ultra modern and loud furnishings by designer Adam Tihany clash with the landmarked rococo Villard Houses. Reservations are still hard to come by. One of the city's best.

Le Perigord405 East 52nd Street (between FDR Drive and 1st Avenue)(212) 755-6244
The classic French dining experience has just been made better, with arenovation to this 30 year-old restaurant. One of New York's traditionalbests is now a little warmer and in better shape. Sumptuous servings andservice with class are hallmarks; so are Sunday hours. Specialties ofPerigord tend to include foie gras, such as the warm duck foie gras andapples appetizer with Port wine sauce, but traditional French dishes,including soufflés, make up the bulk of the menu. And prices are quitereasonable.
Price: Expensive

Les Halles411 Park Avenue South (at 28th Street)212-679-4111
A combination butcher shop and brasserie, the menu is traditional French and the tables are filled. A fall game menu is very popular, as are snails and mussels.

Lespinasse2 East 55th Street (in the St. Regis Hotel, off 5th Ave.)(212) 339-6719
In perhaps the most opulent of restaurants in this city of fancy places youwill find what is perhaps the most opulent of cuisines, a menu full ofitems with foie gras, truffles, and caviar, with elegant service to match.Also prices. Chef Christian Delouvrier embraces the classic Frenchtradition echewed by his famous predecessor, Gray Kunz. Rated four stars by The New York Times, it really rates diamonds--or bring your own crown. Royalty would feel at home here. Truffle risotto with lobster and fava beans, foie gras baked inside an apple, suckling pig done as a confit, and roasted pheasant are among some recommended dishes. The menu offers some prix-fixe specialities, including an eight-course vegetarian menu for $85.
Price: Very Expensive

LutËce 249 E. 50th St. (between 2nd & 3rd Aves.)212-752-2225
For years the very definition of haute French cuisine under chef/owner AndrÈ soltner, Lutece continues to be worth the pilgrimage, despite the introduction of (gasp!) small changes. The cuisine is a bit more modern and the interior has been slightly refreshed. The presentation and service match the faultless classic food.
March405 E. 58th St. (between 1st Ave. & Sutton Place)212-754-6272
One of the more unusual of the city's top restaurants, Chef Wayne Nish features wine and creative New American cuisine in showcase tasting menus. A unique and romatic spot, way, way, over on the East side.

Monkey Bar60 East 54th St.212-838-2600
A glamorous, traditional bar restaurant with luxurious overtones, the fine cuisine here is appreciated by many regulars. Much of it is on the light side and mixes various traditions.
Montrachet239 W. Broadway (between Walker & White Sts., Tribeca)212-219-2777
The first and possibly the best of famed restauranteur Drew Nieporent's realm, this remains one of the most popular restaurants in the city. Tops in both wine and cuisine, the interior is actually reminiscent of a French bistro. Inexpensive lunch menus are a good bet, too. Despite its casualness, it rates 3 starts from The New York Times.

Oceana55 E. 54th St. (between Madison & Park)212-759-5941
One of New York's most popular seafood restaurants, this elegant place features a private wine cellar dining room if the fancy regular price isn't enough for you. A low-priced lunch menu is also available
Palio151 W. 51st St. (between 6th & 7th Aves., courtyard entrance)212-245-4850
Surely one of the more stunning entrance rooms in the city (actually the bar), this one features a magnificent mural by Sandro Chia; upstairs is elegant and spacious. The Northern Italian food, though on the expensive side, has attracted many, many repeat customers.

Park Bistro414 Park Avenue South212-689-1360
Entirely classic in decor and menu, this popular small restaurant is worth the trip from midtown. It was awarded three stars by the New York Times in the early 1990's.
Patria250 Park Avenue South (at 20th Street)212-777-6211
A big party scene, this NY Times three star restaurant has a slight Latin American flavor to it. Excelent fish selection.

Payard Patisserie and Bistro1032 Lexington Ave. (@ 73rd St.)212-717-5252
This newly-constructed belle-epoque pastry shop with a very noisy restaurant in back is a surprise in its upper eastside location. A joint venture of Daniel Boulud, the chef and owner of Restaurant Daniel, and his former pastry chef, Francois Payard, the place has a warm, welcoming atmosphere, with bistro fare expertly prepared and served with aplomb. Bouillabaisse, confit of duck, garlic mashed potatoes, steak frites, sweetbreads, and even Croque Monsieurs can all be found on the traditional menu. But of course you go for dessert, especially the "grand tasting" for $15.

Peacock Alley301 Park Ave. (In the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel)212-872-4895
For someone who eats at the top restaurants all the time to say that the three best meals she has had in 1998 were all here is pretty amazing, but Ruth Reichl of the New York Times goes on to say she doesn't expect to find more exciting meals or better service -- and this was written in January, 1998! She gives is 3 stars. Laurent Gras, the 32 year-old chef, is truly a star, who has worked for a dozen years with the great Alain Ducasse in Monte Carlo and Paris as his chef de cuisine, as well as at other top traditional French restaurants. The place is so luxurious that the menu has included a white truffle section, followed by a black truffle section, and of course, has dishes featuring foie gras and caviar. This said, the majority of the dishes are based on the traditional style, supremely executed and always surprising in the more exotic details. The service, indeed the whole experience, is absolutely tops.

Picholine35 W. 64th St. (between Broadway & Central Park West)212-724-8585
Chef/owner Terrance Brennan features top-ranked Mediterranean cuisine as well as well-loved cheese cart. One of the city's more popular places, it still has a low-cost lunch menu. Private wine room available for parties.

Rene Pujol321 W. 51st. St. (between 8th & 9th Aves.)212-246-3023
A traditional, dependable, classic, lovely French restaurant in the theater district that has maintained it popularity for over a generation. They really know what they are doing, and it is a genuine, really French operation. It is also quite reasonable.

Restaurant Daniel60 East 65th Street (just west of Park Avenue)(212) 288-0033
New York's longest-reigning 4-star chef has returned to his French countryroots in the former Mayfair Hotel, ironically the location of his firstmajor success, Le Cirque (the building has been converted to condos, andthe landmarked lobby is now the entrance and bar area). The decor,resembling an Italian renaissance palazzo competes with the complex dishes to astound in beauty and luxury, a ten million dollar gamble centered on an enormous and expensive kitchen. The large space accommodates tableside service. Specialties feature contrasting flavors and textures, including the signature paupiette of black sea bass (the fish is enclosed in aseamless, crisp potato casing). Prix fixe menus are available at $75-$120(the market lunch is $38), 600 wines are on the list (including a verticalselection of Chateau Latour from 1945 to 1990), and reservations areessential.

Price: Very expensive
River Cafe1 Water St. (Brooklyn)718-522-5200
Sitting at the bar or most of the tables, you can gaze at what must be absolutely one of the most exciting panoramas in the world, thanks to the judicious use of a very stable barge moored permanently at the foot of the Brooklyn side of that borough's famous bridge and surrounded by lush landscaping. The romantic, celebratory atmostphere is irresistable to most and a terrific way to introduce a foreign visitor to the city. Top-ranked, American continental cuisine (as uniquely defined by the restaurant) keeps this one of the most popular spots in the city; fine for drinks or dessert only, too.

Spark's Steakhouse210 E. 46th St. (between 2nd & 3rd Aves.)212-687-4855
Venerable is the word that comes to mind for this icon of NY City steakhouses. Count on long waits and wonderful lobster and wines in addition to the aged steaks. One of the city's great places.

The Brasserie100 East 53rd Street212-751-4840
Reborn after a fire a number of years ago, this famous classic features a lively scene (augmented by the descending "arrival" staircase) and futuristic decor. The menu still includes French onion soup and updated but still essentially homey food. The big change is that it closes at 1AM, though you can come back for breakfast at 6:30AM.

Union Pacific111 E. 22nd St. (between Lexington & Park)212-995-8500
A relative newcomer to the Flatiron district, this upscale casual (no tie or jacket required) features creative American cuisine and a location near some of the country's top model agencies. Be sure to check out the chef's dining room (for up to six people). Reservations recommended.
Veritas43 East 20th Street (between Broadway and Park Avenue South)353-3700
A new arrival among the top-rated restaurants in NYC, this one features the most amazing wine list anywhere, both for its size (1300 wines) and prices. Opened by two major wine collectors who wanted to share their treasures, the idea of featuring wine to this extent is relatively rare. Chef Scott Bryan shows his background of working with some of the top chefs in the city when he infuses surprising flavors into simple dishes that stand up well to the superb wines, and by including unsual fish dishes. The room is smallish and a bit crowded. Note that their wine list can be perused beforehand on their website at: www.veritas-nyc.com
Price: Expensive

Wallsé344 West 11th Street212-352-2300
A relaxed, tradtional Austrian restaurant with classic dishes done particularly well. Deserts are excellent. Everything about this place is comfortable.

Z–e90 Prince St. (Soho, between Broadway & Mercer Sts.)212-966-6722
Smack dab in the middle of the Soho art scene, the contemporary American cuisine here has a loyal local following along with visitors from afar. The innovative menu changes seasonally and includes a low-priced lunch deal. The wine list is extensive and the staff is especially accommodating and friendly.

Ruth Reichl, the former restaurant critic of The New York Times, has cited eleven restaurants as the best new restaurants to watch:
Babbo110 Waverly Place(212) 777-0303
Arizona206 East 60th Street(212) 838-0440
Chianti1043 Second Avenue(212) 980-8686
Eleven Madison Park11 Madison Avenue(212) 889-0905
EQ267 West Fourth Street(212) 414-1961
La Fourchette1608 First Avenue(212) 249-5924
Mercer Kitchen99 Prince Street(212) 966-5454
Michael Jordan's Steak HouseGrand Central Terminal(212) 655-2300
Tabla11 Madison Avenue(212) 889-0667
The Tonic108-110 West 18th Street(212) 929-9755
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Chocolate Bar

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Chocolate Bar
SAVE CBGB: EAT MORE CHOCOLATE
Date: Monday, 16 May 2005
Venue: CBGB 315 Bowery
RSVP: Workhouse Publicity via email at info@workhousepr.com
Time: 6pm-7pm: Press Preview CBGB Gallery
Chocolate Bar unveils CBGB punk rock box and Retro Bars; Q&A with Hilly Kristal & Alison Nelson

7pm –10pm: Benefit Bash: CBGB + CBGB Gallery
You may have a desk job but you can still raise hell. Chocolate Bar invites you to Save CBGB. Come down to the club, sign the petition and be the first to partake of the CBGB Collection by Chocolate Bar.

Price: General Admission: Five dollars gets you in the door to an all-chocolate, rock-and-roll experience!
Join the band Chocolate Genius at CBGB or kick back at CBGB Gallery- either way funds go directly to Save CBGB.

NEW YORK- (16 May 2005)- Chocolate Bar cordially invites you to "Save CBGB" with limited-edition products dedicated to saving Manhattan’s cultural institution. The Save CBGB Benefit Bash will take place on Monday, 16 May 2005 at 7pm at CBGB located at 315 Bowery with the band Chocolate Genius. A press conference with CBGB owner Hilly Kristal and Chocolate Bar owner Alison Nelson will take place at 6:00pm at CBGB Gallery located at 313 Bowery. Winner of the 2004 Timeout New York Eat Award for “Best Chocolate Store” and New York’s candy store for grown-ups, Chocolate Bar celebrates CBGBs: Home of Underground Rock. For more than 30 years, the eternal downtown nightclub has with ragged pride, served as the incubator for much of the punk and art-rock which came out of New York over the last thirty years including The Ramones, Patti Smith, Television, Blonde and The Talking Heads. Founded in 1973 by Hilly Kristal, the now grandfatherly 73-year-old converted a Hell’s Angels hangout into one of the most famous venues for live music and in doing so established a New York City landmark.

Press who wish to obtain credentials must send a request on media outlet letterhead. Requests should be faxed to Workhouse Publicity at (212) 645-1950 or sent via email to Workhouse Publicity at info@workhousepr.com. You will be notified of your access prior to the event by email. If you have additional questions please contact us directly at Workhouse Publicity at 212. 645. 8006.

Debuting on Monday, 16 May, 2005, Chocolate Bar, in collaboration with Hilly Kristal unveils two edible lines of CBGB products including the CBGB Punk Rock Box ($25.00); a 16 piece truffle collection embossed with the pioneering history and iconic imagery of CBGBs illustrious music scene. Served in a chocolate brown box, hot-stamped with the venues famed logo, it comes complete with a postage-paid petition to save CBGB, a record-shaped biography, steel logo keychain and a collection of CBGB stickers. CBGB Retro Bars ($3.00 each); Inspired by those colossal flavors from late-night, post-show snack attacks, discover pure 1970 nostalgia with two new retro flavors. Each is wrapped in a limited-edition CBGB keepsake, weighs an impressive 2.25 ounces and comes complete with a postage-paid petition to save the venerable venue.

Chocolate Bar is located at 48 Eighth Avenue between Horatio and Jane Streets. Consumers can pre-order CBGB product for delivery anywhere in the U.S. by calling 1.800.481.2462 or by visiting www.chocolatebarnyc.com

CBGBs: Home of Underground Rock
In 1973, behind the paint-splattered metal shutters of a former Hell's Angels' hangout in the East Village, New York club owner Hilly Krystal opened a bar previously known only as a wino haunt. He christened it the Country Blue Grass Blues & Other Music for Urban Gourmets - CBGB & OMFUG for short. But it never did become the haven for down-home roots music he wanted it to be. Instead, bands like The Ramones, Patti Smith, Talking Heads, Blondie and Television discovered the place as somewhere they could play the sort of loud power-chord rock they wanted. From the word go, CBGBs, as it quickly became known, was the darling of the New York rock scene. The space resembled a tiny hallway, making the acoustics great and even the tiniest crowd seem a teeming mass. By 1975 the club was being raved about in London, after Malcolm McLaren - then managing the Sex Pistols - caught a gig and decided that, in America, this was the place to be heard. As CBGBs 'discoveries' like The Ramones and Patti Smith graduated to bigger (and cleaner) venues, an avant garde streak of experimental rockers emerged there in the early 1980s, almost as a challenge to the out-there crowd who'd gone before them. Among them were New York experimental artist Lydia Lunch and a bunch of Brian Eno ring-ins dubbed "No-Wave" (as opposed to New Wave, which had by now grabbed England's imagination). But CBGB didn't stop discovering new talent then; They Might Be Giants, Black Flag and Living Colour are three discoveries of the late 1980s whose first gigs were at CBGBs. These days, CBGBs is still helping alternative bands from all over the world find their way up the food chain. And though there are far more alternative bands now than there ever were in the 1970s and 1980s, CBGBs is still the center of New York’s dynamic cultural scene. For more information visit www.cbgb.com

Chocolate Bar
Winner of the 2004 Timeout New York Eat Award for “Best Chocolate Store”, Chocolate Bar is a candy store for grown-ups offering cosmopolitan luxury through old-fashioned collections and unique inspirations. Incorporating style, comfort and classic New York treats, Chocolate Bar features sweets by New York's Jacques Torres, Sweet Bliss and Garrison Confections along with a signature line of nostalgia-influenced chocolate bars. The boutique's dazzling menu includes authentic New York Egg Creams, coffee by illy Caffe, fine teas by Serendipitea, four kinds of iced and hot chocolates and pastries by the City's best bakers. Decadent confections are available for everything from Corporate gifts to personalized wedding and party favors. Online orders are available through Chocolate Bar's dynamic web site which allows visitors to order a host of scrumptious items including truffles, chocolate bars, hot chocolate, tea and more visit www.chocolatebarnyc.com. Chocolate Bar is located at 48 Eighth Avenue between Jane and Horatio streets in New York's West Village and since the store's opening in May, 2002, the concept has become extremely popular with sweet lovers of all ages. Created, designed and operated by Alison Nelson. For more information please visit www.chocolatebarnyc.com

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Cathedral of St. John the Divine

The world's largest cathedral, St. John the Divine is located at 112th Street and Amsterdam Avenue in Manhattan. The Cathedral is open Monday through Saturday from 7:00am-6:00pm and Sunday from 7:00am-8:00pm. The Cathedral shop is open seven days a week from 9:00am-5:00pm and the grounds and gardens are open during all daylight hours. Public tours take place Tuesday through Saturday at 11:00am and Sunday at 1:00pm. The cost is $3.00 and the tour meets at the Visitor Center. Vertical tours up the 124 foot stone staircase to the top of the Cathedral take place on the first and third Saturday of every month, cost $10.00, and require a reservation. To make a reservation for a Vertical Tour, or for a group of ten or more, call (212) 932-7347. For directions and parking information click here. For general Information call (212) 316-7540.

Central Park

Central Park spans two and a half miles from 59th Street to 110th Street and half a mile from Fifth Avenue to Eighth Avenue and was the first urban landscaped park in the United States. Originally conceived in the salons of wealthy New Yorkers in the early 1850's, the park project spanned more than a decade and cost the city ten million dollars. Today, the park is home to numerous restaurants, playgrounds, the Metropolitan Museum, the Central Park Zoo, and Wollman Rink.

City Hall Park

"This landmark building has been home to 57 mayoral administrations and has been the seat of City government for 186 years," said Mayor Giuliani. "City Hall is one of the City's most enduring and distinguished structures." Built between 1803 and 1812, City Hall was recently restored and renovated. School Groups of 13 or more can visit the Governor's Room, which was used for ceremonies and now offers historical documents and furniture, and the blue room, where the mayor holds all of his press conferences. There are video machines outside and tons of printed material to help you find your way around the surrounding neighborhood. Location: City Hall Park, Broadway and Chambers. Take the N or R to City Hall or the 2 or 3 to Park Place. (212) 788-3000.

Chrysler Building

One of New York City's finest office buildings, the Chrysler Building was designed as a tribute to the booming automotive industry. Built in 1930, it was the world's tallest skyscraper at the time, until the Empire State Building claimed the spot just months later. There are no organized tours or exhibits, but the gleaming chrome lobby is open to tourists daily. Location: 405 Lexington Ave, at 42nd Street. Take the 4, 5, 6, or 7 subway lines to Grand Central. (212) 682-3070.

Empire State Building

It's no longer the world's tallest skyscraper, but the classic Art Deco architecture and rich history make the 102-story Empire State Building a popular stop for visitors to the City. Built in 1931, the 1,454 foot tall building has an exterior observatory on the 86th floor from which visitors can see up to 80 miles away on a clear day. The observatory is open seven days a week, 9:30 am to midnight (last tickets sold at 11:15pm). Special holiday hours are observed. Admission is $10.00 for adults, $9.00 for military personnel, senior citizens and youths ages 12-17, $4.00 for children aged 6-11, and free for children under 5 and military in uniform. Security has been tightened recently so leave extra time and make sure to bring a picture ID. 350 Fifth Ave, at 34th Street. (212) 736-3100.

Ellis Island

Ellis Island is currently fully open. Liberty Island is also open, though access to the interior of the Statue of Liberty Monument is restricted as a security measure. For more information, call the Circle Line Ferry at 212-269-5755, or check their website, www.statueoflibertyferry.com.
Over 40% of the U.S. population descend from the 17 million immigrants that have passed through Ellis Island from 1892 to 1954. The three story Ellis Island Museum is housed in the same building that the immigrants came through in those 64 years. Ferry boats leave from Battery Park for the 27 acre island, including an option to visit the Statue of Liberty, located on an island nearby. Round trip fare is $8 for adults, $6 for senior citizens, $3 for children 3-17 years old, and free to children 3 and under. Ferries operate 7 days a week, from approximately 9:30am to 5:00pm. For specific ferry schedules and information call, (212) 269-5755.

Gracie Mansion

The Mayor's House is on East End Avenue and East 88th Street. Built in 1799 by Archibald Gracie, a Scotish emmigrant who had established a trading company and become one of the wealthiest men in the City. In 1942 Fiorello H. LaGuardia moved into Gracie Mansion with his family, inaugerating the building as the official residence of the Mayor of New York. Tours are available by reservation on Wednesdays only at 10:00am, 11:00am, 1:00pm, and 2:00pm. Contact the curator at (212) 570-4751.

Grand Central Terminal

This Beaux Arts building, built between 1903 and 1913 faces down Park Avenue at 42nd Street. Free tours of this magnificent railway structure are given weekly on Wednesday and Friday at 12:30pm and Saturday and Sunday at 11am. The tours are run by different companies, but each tour covers the construction, history and design of the terminal, as well as the monumental effort that went into restoring it. For information on the different tours of Grand Central Terminal, click here. Reach Grand Central on the S, 4, 5, 6, and 7 subway lines. Grand Central Event Hotline: (212) 340-2210.

Grant's Tomb

Civil War general and two-term U.S. president Ulysses S. Grant rests beside his wife in the largest mausoleum in the United States. The two grand sarcophagi enclosed within are modeled after Napoleon's tomb in Les Invalides in Paris. The white granite mausoleum which overlooks the Hudson River and Riverside park was completed in 1897, and contains Grant memorabilia and Civil War artifacts on display. Admission is free. Open seven days a week, 9am-5:00pm. 122nd Street and Riverside Drive. Take the 1 or 9 train to 116th St. Phone: (212) 666-1640. Jacob K. Javits Center

"Marketplace for the World", the new and improved Javits Center offers interactive kiosks to check the latest news and send email, television and webcasting facilities, private office suites and workstations, and restaurants and snackbars. On 11th Avenue between 34th and 39th Streets. Take the A, C, or E trains to 34th St. and walk west 3 blocks. (212) 216-2000.

Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts

Broadway between 62nd and 66th Streets. This large complex is home to the Juilliard School of Music, Avery Fisher Hall, Metropolitan Opera House, NY State Theater, Mitzi Newhouse Theater, NY Public Library and Museum of the Performing Arts, and the Vivian Beaumont Theater. Take the 1, 9 trains to 66th St./Lincoln Center. General Information: (212) 875-5000

Nasdaq MarketSite

The Nasdaq MarketSite as a high-tech interactive experience designed to illuminate the future of investing in a digital world. Located in Times Square, MarketSite uses the latest technology to bring today's-and tomorrow's-stock market to life. Open Monday through Thursday 9am-8pm, Friday 9am-10pm, Saturday 10am-10pm, and Sunday 10am-8pm. Tickets are $7.00 and advanced purchase is strongly recommended. Call 1-877-NASDAQ-1 (1-877-627-3271) or come to the MarketSite lobby ticket office at 43rd St. and Broadway. Take the N, R, S, 1, 2, 3, 7, or 9 train to Times Square Station.

New York Botanical Garden

This is one of the largest and oldest botanical gardens in the United States. There are 12 outdoor display gardens, horticultural displays in the crystal pavilions of the Enid. A Haupt Conservatory and walking trails throughout the 250 acres which includes 40 acres of New York City's original Forest. Location: 200th St and Southern Boulevard. Bronx, NY. Take the D or the 4 train to Bedford Park, then take the #26 bus East. There is also a weekend shuttle from Manhattan by reservation. (718) 817-8700

New York Public Library

The famous library, home of the larger-than-life lions Patience and Fortitude, has frequent events and exhibits. Open since 1911, the library is stunningly beautiful inside and out. Bryant Park, located behind the library, has several food stands, a restaurant, and a film festival on Monday evenings during the summer.
There are free tours of the library Monday to Saturday at 11am and 2pm. Group tours are by appointment only; call (212) 930-0501 for reservations and fees. The Library is open: Monday and Thursday-Saturday from 10am-6pm, Tuesday-Wednesday from 11am-7:30pm, and closed on Sunday. Admission is free. The New York Public Library's main building is at Fifth Avenue and 42nd Street in Manhattan. Take the N, R, 1, 2, 3, 9, B, D, F, or Q train to 42nd St., or the 7 train to 5th Ave. (212) 930-0830

New York Stock Exchange

World's largest securities marketplace exhibit hall has panoramic displays which dramatize the Wall Street story, and a gallery overlooks the bustling exchange floor. Located at 20 Broad Street between Wall St. and Exchange Pl., the NYSE is open to visitors Mon.-Fri. 9:00am-4:30pm. Trading hours are from 9:30am-4:pm. Tickets are free and limited, so pick them up early in the day from the admission booth in front of 20 Broad St. For directions and general information: (212) 656-5165.

Riverside Church

Riverside Church is modeled after the 13th Century gothic cathedral in Chartres, France. Construction began in 1927 with the first service held on October 5, 1930. The church covers a two-block area extending between Riverside Drive and Claremont Avenue and 120th Street to 122nd Street. The Claremont Avenue entrance (91 Claremont Avenue) is open daily from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Take the 1 or 9 train to 116th St.

Rockefeller Center

Tour this famous mid-town complex by picking up the well written, easy-to-follow self guided tour map in the lobby of the GE building. It details Rockefeller Center's historical and cultural highlights, 24-acre underground shopping mall with over 300 shops, and the golden statue of Prometheus and the Channel Gardens. There are 35 restaurants in the complex, including the famous Rainbow Room. Located between 5th and 6th Avenues, and between 49th and 50th Streets. Take the B, D, F, and Q trains to Rockefeller Center.

Roosevelt Island

This 4 minute aerial tramway ride to Roosevelt Island, just east of Manhattan, has been praised in the New York Times as "the most exciting view in New York City!" A bus (25 cents) runs the length of the island and meets up with the Tramway, giving easy access to the fields and picnic areas. The tramway leaves from Second Avenue and 60th Street on Sunday-Thursday from 6am-2am and on Friday and Saturday until 3:30 am, and costs a mere $1.50 each way. Students with tram permits ride free; senior citizens and the disabled pay $1.50 round trip. Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation: (212) 832-4540
Saint Patrick's Cathedral

Now dwarfed by surrounding mid-town buildings, the classic French Gothic style cathedral was considered "out of town" when it was constructed in 1879. It is currently the 11th largest church in the world. Fifth Avenue at 50th Street. Take the E or F train to 5th Avenue. Phone: (212) 753-2261

South Street Seaport

What used to be a bustling seaport in the 18th and 19th centuries, South Street Seaport now encompasses newly restored buildings which house a variety of restaurants, specialty food shops and boutiques. Also, nearby, the South Street Seaport Museum is located within the 12 square block Landmark Historic District that stretches from Fulton Street to the Brooklyn bridge. Take the 2, 3, 4, 5, J, or M train to Fulton Street, or the A or C train to Broadwy-Nassau. Phone: (212) SEA-PORT.

Staten Island Ferry

For an excellent view of the Statue of Liberty and the Manhattan skyline, the Staten Island Ferry makes a one-hour round-trip between Lower Manhattan and Staten Island. The ferry is a FREE 24-hour service that runs seven days a week. During peak hours, it departs every 20 minutes after 6:30am; weekends from 7:30am-9:30pm every half hour, and thereafter every hour. The ferry leaves from Whitehall Terminal at Whitehall Street and South Street. Take the 1 or 9 train to South Ferry, the N or R to Whitehall, or the 4 or 5 to Bowling Green. Phone: (718) 815-BOAT.

The Statue of Liberty

Ellis Island is currently fully open. Liberty Island is also open, though access to the interior of the Statue of Liberty Monument is restricted as a security measure. For more information, call the Circle Line Ferry at 212-269-5755, or check their website, www.statueoflibertyferry.com.
This grand lady has welcomed millions of foreigners coming to seek freedom and opportunity in America. She was an extravagant gift from France to a young new America. The trip to Liberty Island where lady liberty stands takes 15 minutes. Round trip fare is $8 for adults, $6 for senior citizens, $3 for children 3-17 years old, and free to children 3 and under. Ferries operate 7 days a week. Ferry information: 212-269-5755.

Theater District

New York City's Theater District is contained within a thin strip of Manhattan, from 53rd to 42nd streets, between 6th and 8th Aves, called the Great White Way. There are approximately 36 theaters crammed into this small area of the city, most of which host world famous productions nightly.

Theodore Roosevelt House

This site was the home of Theodore Roosevelt for the first fourteen years of his life. The building on the site is a 1923 reconstruction of the house in which Roosevelt was born on October 27, 1858. Open Wednesday through Sunday from 9:00am-5:00pm. There are tours on the hour until 4:00pm. Admission is $2. Located at 28 East 20th Street between Park Ave. and Broadway. Take the N, R, or 6 trains to 23rd Street. (212) 260-1616.

Times Square

Known as the Crossroads of the World, Times Square is the heart of New York City, where commerce meets the performing arts, a magnet for both business and tourism. Located at 42nd Street where 7th Ave. and Broadway cross. Take the N, R, S, 1, 2, 3, 7, or 9 train to the Times Square station.
Now open in Times Square, the Nasdaq MarketSite, a high-tech interactive experience of the stock market designed to illuminate the future of investing in a digital world.

Trinity Church

Trinity Church is one of the oldest churches in the United States, and has been destroyed and rebuilt twice since it was originally chartered in 1697. The current church was built by Richard Upjohn in 1846 in the Neo-Gothic style. Open Monday through Friday 8:00am-6:00pm and weekends 8:00am-4:00pm. Guided tours take place Monday through Friday at 2:00pm. Located on Broadway at Wall St. in Lower Manhattan. Take the 2, 3, 4, or 5 train to Wall St., the A, C, or E train to Chambers, or the 1, 9, or R train to Rector St. (212) 602-0800.

TV Show Tapings

New York has been called the talk show capital of the world. Tabloid TV and institutionalized gossip come to life in the studios of the city. Tickets are free, but people stand in line hours and hours before the designated time for tickets. Get there early and wear comfortable shoes if you are serious about getting in. Click here to find out how to attend such shows as The Today Show, David Letterman, Conan O'Brien, Rosie O'Donnell, Saturday Night Live, and Sally Jesse Raphael.

United Nations

Located on the banks of the scenic East River, this international zone is the only section of land in Manhattan that is not part of the United States. The 181 flags in front represent each of the member countries' commitment to working together for peaceful means of conflict resolution. Guided tours operate daily; English tours leave about every 15 minutes, from 9:15am to 4:45pm. Admission is $7.50 for adults, $6.00 for seniors, $5.00 for students, and $4.00 for kids ages 5-14. Children under 5 years old are not permitted on tour. For tours in other languages, call (212) 963-7539 on the morning you want to visit to find out the schedule, or reserve a foriegn language tour with a large group. Reservations are required for groups of 15 or more. First Ave at 46th Street. For information and reservations call: (212) 963-7113.

Woolworth Building

This famous skyscraper, 792 feet tall, was commissioned by Frank W. Woolworth, the owner of the five and dime chain. Built by Cass Gilbert between 1911 and 1913, the building was nick-named early the "Cathedral of Commerce." 233 Broadway at Barclay St.

NYC Children's Museums: There are many museums in New York where kids can learn and play. Our list is sorted by age group so that you can find exactly what you are looking for.

Zoos, Aquariums and Gardens: New Yorkers love to be where the wild things are, so the urban jungle maintains a number of wonderful zoos, aquariums and gardens.

Free Museum Hours and Times: Whether or not you are a starving artist, you can see art for FREE at museums citywide. If you can't afford to pay the suggested contributions, a smaller donation can still help support these great museums.
The Financial District includes South Street Seaport, Wall Street, the New York Stock Exchange, and Battery Park City.
New York's China Town is the largest Chinatown in the United States and is adjacent to the Civic Center.

SoHo is famous for the galleries and shops lining its narrow streets and Little Italy is packed with NYC's best Italian restaurants and cafes.

Downtown Manhattan

The Lower East Side is a neighborhood built by immigrants throughout history.

Greenwich Village is home to Washington Square Park, NYU and NoHo.

The East Village is the place to go for any tattoos, piercings or crazy hair colors you've been wanting .

Tribeca is short for "triangle below Canal" and is home to many galleries and artists lofts.

Gramercy Park is a historic district from 18th to 21st Streets between Park Avenue South and Third Avenue.

Chelsea is an area in Lower Manhattan west of Park Avenue from about 30th Street to about 14th Street which includes the Flatiron District.

Midtown Manhattan

Midtown offers hotels that are conveniently located near many of NYC's most popular sights.
Midtown West includes the Theater District, Times Square and the Garment District.

Midtown East features Carnegie Hall, Museum of Modern Art, Radio City Music Hall, St. Patrick's Cathedral, Rockefeller Center and skating rink and Grand Central Terminal.

Downtown Manhattan

Central Park is the first urban landscaped park in the United States. Today, the park is home to numerous restaurants, playgrounds, museums and zoos.
The Upper West Side is home to such venerable New York landmarks as Lincoln Center, Columbia University and St. John the Divine Cathedral.

The Upper East Side features Museum Mile, Gracie Mansion and six historic districts.

Harlem has a rich history in diversity; its neighborhoods include Hamilton Heights, Sugar Hill, and El Barrio (Spanish Harlem).

Inwood and Washington Heights feature the Cloisters, Dyckman Farmhouse, and Audubon Terrace.

Shopping Tip "Why carry shopping bags?"

2005-05-09T22:46:00.000-07:00

Did you know a lot of stores may ship your purchase home 4 free?
Some will even send items to your hotel or apartment by messenger.
"Why carry shit in the city and risk leaving new stuff in some restaurant?"

Car Service?

2005-05-09T22:29:00.000-07:00

I reccomend a car servise when spending the day shopping in NYC or in the eve if club hopping.
Taxis add up and if it's raining "Your normally screwed!" because,it's imposible to flag a cab in the rain.
IM not saying you won't get one if you try but,it's a headache.
A Car service is not to bad if you price shop.
Plus,it's great place to store your bags or coats.
I grabbed these names off Yahoo for a starter ,and have no clue who these people are!
Use your own descretion.
IF you know of an awsome service fill us in!

Laguardia (212) 529-6654
510 Laguardia Pl New York, NY
Category: Airports

JC Decaux Airport Incorporated (646) 521-7400
150 E 58th St New York, NY
Category: Airports

New York Airport Service (718) 875-8200
4725 27th St Long Island City, NY
Category: Airports

Top Car Service (877) 411-0804
137 Conover St New York, NY
Category: Limos and Shuttles

Cyprus Airways Limited (718) 267-6882
3409 Broadway Astoria, NY
Category: Airports

Manhattan Car Service (212) 343-9696
189 Franklin St New York, NY
Category: Limos and Shuttles - Auto Repairs

Allen Car Service (212) 226-8999
37 Orchard St New York, NY
Category: Limos and Shuttles

Good Luck Car Service (212) 219-8886
47 Ludlow St New York, NY
Category: Auto Repairs

Delancey Car Service (212) 228-3301
29 Essex St New York, NY
Category: Limos and Shuttles
http://www.car.delancey.service.com/

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Arturo's "My Favorite Pizza Joint Ever!"

2005-05-09T22:05:00.000-07:00

I also,have to mention my neighborhood favorite Arturo's on Houston and Thompson - yummy coal oven pizza, but not by the slice.....
"Order a pitcher of beer and a pie!"
There is nothing like pounding a beer while chowing on their crispy crust!

Arturo's
tel: 212-677-3820, 212-475-9828
106 W. Houston 10012
They also deliver complete dinners!

Appetizers
Antipasto
$4.75
Mozzarella & Sundried Tomatoes
$5.50
Stuffed Artichoke Vinaigrette
$6.00
Anchovies & Peppers
$4.50
Mixed Seafood Salad
$7.25
Shrimp Cocktail
$6.50
Mussels in Wine Sauce
$7.50
Hot Mussels & Biscuits
$7.50
Clams on the Half Shell
$6.50
Baked Clams
$7.50
Clams Arturo
$9.75
Hot Antipasto
$9.75
Salads
Tomato & Onion
$4.75
String Bean & Onion
$4.75
Mixed Green
$3.50
Chef's Salad
$6.50

Soups
Minestrone
$5.00
Mediterranean
$6.00
Chicken Noodle
$5.00
Tortellini in Brodo
$5.00
Escarole in Brodo
$5.00
Soup of the Day
$5.00

Spaghetti, Linguine or Penne
Tomato Sauce
$8.00
Meat Sauce
$8.75
Marinara Sauce
$8.75
Meatballs
$9.75
Sausage
$9.75
Con Pesto
$9.75
Mushroom Sauce (red)
$9.75
Carbonara
$9.75
Butter Sauce
$8.00
Clam Sauce (red or white)
$9.75
Garlic & Oil
$8.75
Shrimp Sauce
$9.75
Con Broccoli
$9.75
Puttanesca
$9.75
Cheese Ravioli or Manicotti
Tomato Sauce
$9.00
Meat Sauce
$9.75
Meatballs
$10.75
Sausage
$10.75
Parmigiana
$9.75
Mushroom Sauce (red)
$9.75
Pasta
Baked Macaroni
$9.50
Lasanga
$9.75
Penne Vodka
$9.75
Pasta Primavera
$9.75
Pasta Piselli
$9.75
Pasta Fagioli
$9.75
Fettuccine Bettina (Alfredo)
$9.75
Fettuccine Verdi Bettina
$9.75
Fettuccine Bettina (chicken or shrimp)
$13.75
Tortellini Bettina
$9.75
Tortellini Bolognese
$9.75
Tortellini Con Pesto
$9.75

Sandwiches
Meatball
$7.25
Sausage
$7.25
Veal & Peppers
$7.50
Steak
$9.75
Veal Cutlet Parmigiana
$8.50
Chicken Cutlet Parmigiana
$8.50
Eggplant Parmigiana
$5.00
Garlic Bread
$2.50

Entrees
Veal Cutlet Milanese
$11.25
Veal Cutlet Parmigiana
$11.75
Veal Cutlet Bolognese (Ham & Mozzarella)
$12.00
Veal Antonio (Eggplant & Veal Parmigiana)
$12.25
Veal Cacciatore (Peppers, Mushrooms & Light Tomato Sauce)
$11.50
Veal Scalopine in Wine Sauce
$11.75
Veal Saltimbocca Raimond (Veal & Ham Served on a Bed of Spinach)
$12.25
Chicken Cutlet Parmigiana
$11.75
Chicken Cacciatore (Peppers, Mushrooms, & Light Tomato Sauce)
$11.50
Chicken Scalopine in Wine Sauce
$11.50
Chicken Venezia (Mushrooms, Lemon & Wine Sauce)
$11.75
Broiled Chicken
$10.75
Eggplant Parmigiana
$10.75
Eggplant Stuffed w/ Ricotta & Mozzarella
$11.25
New York Shell Steak
$17.75
Filet Mignon
$19.75
Steak Pizzaiolla
$18.75
Surf & Turf (Whole Lobster & Filet Mignon)
$28.00
Seafood
Shrimp Marinara
$12.75
Shrimp Scampi
$12.75
Shrimp Fra Diavolo w/ Clams
$13.75
Shrimp & Chicken Scampi Combo
$13.75
Fried Shrimp
$13.25
Fried Calamari
$11.25
Sauteed Calamari (hot, medium, or sweet)
$11.25
Sauteed Scungilli (hot, medium, or sweet)
$11.25
Mussels (hot, medium, or sweet)
$10.75
Filet of Sole
$11.00
Filet of Sole Stuffed w/ Shrimp
$13.75
Broiled Stuffed Lobster
$16.75
Lobster Fra Diavolo w/ Shrimp & Clams
$18.75
Fruit of the Sea (shrimp, clams, mussels, calamari & scungilli)
$17.25

Dessert
Amaretto Cheesecake
$3.75
Chocolate Cheesecake
$3.75
Coffee, Tea, or Hot Chocolate
$2.00
Espresso
$2.00
Cappuccino
$3.00
Cappuccino w/ Chocolate
$3.50

Coal Oven Pizza
Mozzarella
$10.00
$12.00
Anchovies
$10.00
$12.00
Bacon
$10.00
$12.00
Eggplant
$10.00
$12.00
Meatballs
$10.00
$12.00
Mushrooms
$10.00
$12.00
Olives
$10.00
$12.00
Pepperoni
$10.00
$12.00
Peppers & Onions
$10.00
$12.00
Sausage
$10.00
$12.00
Bianca - sausage & onions without sauce
$13.00
$16.00
Broccoli & Sliced Tomatoes - without sauce
$13.00
$16.00
Diavolo - sliced tomatoes, onions, ham, peppercini without sauce
$14.00
$17.00
Arturo's Fiesta - sausage, mushrooms, peppers & onions
$14.00
$17.00
Calzone - choice of sausage, pepperoni, ham, mushrooms or broccoli
$14.00
$17.00
Extra Toppings
Spinach
$3.00
Sundried Tomatoes
$4.00
Ricotta
$4.00
Shrimp
$10.00
Pesto
$4.00
Fresh Basil
$2.00
Low Fat Cheese
$2.00
Clams
$5.00

...What makes Johns pizza so good?...

2005-05-09T21:37:00.000-07:00

John's
(212) 391-7560
260 W 44th St
New York, NY

What makes John's pizza so good? It could be coal-fired oven that deliciously chars the thin crust, the mound of fragrant fresh garlic that tops off every piece, or the first-rate ingredients like crumbly sweet Italian sausage, green peppers and fresh mushrooms. Most likely, it's the combination of all of the above. There are four John's now in Manhattan!

(2 reviews)
"One of my fave pizza joints"
Reviewer: Linda - January 31, 2005
Great nyc pizza - village location my absolute fave, but this one does a great job too
Visit date: January 2005

"Great Pizza in a cool setting"
Reviewer: auntymj4 - August 11, 2004
The restaurant is set in an old church. The dome still remains along with the stained glass. During pre-theater there are long waits. The pizza is very good and so are the calzones. One calzone can be shared as a main course for 2 people. Everything gets cooked in brick ovens in the corners of the dining area.

Bill Clinton Ring Tones

2005-05-07T11:24:00.000-07:00

Famous Quotes
http://bigbullshitter.blogspot.com/

FROM SCRATCH

2005-05-07T00:41:00.000-07:00

Upscale, Downscale

Michael Weschler for The New York Times
FROM SCRATCH Darcy Miro and Lars Weiss poured a concrete floor in a town house built for $130 a square foot.
By RAUL A. BARRENECHE
Published: May 5, 2005
THE four-story town house that Darcy Miro and Lars Weiss built on a weedy lot in Fort Greene, Brooklyn, contains no fancy finishes - no mahogany floors or plaster moldings. On the contrary, there are hardly any finishes at all, barely even drywall, among the exposed joists, electrical conduits and ventilation ducts.

Furnishings That Soften Rough Edges (May 5, 2005)

Michael Weschler for The New York Times
The owners, Lars Weiss and Darcy Miro used concrete and cheap lumber for the flooring and dressed up the rooms with midcentury modern furnishings.
These rooms are determinedly dressed down and studiously casual, with a low-grade flooring normally covered by carpets or tile, and stairs made of humble pine nailed in place, like those contractors put up for temporary use.
By omitting the polish, Ms. Miro, an artist and jewelry designer, and Mr. Weiss, an indie music producer, were able to build their 4,200-square-foot home with two studios for $550,000, or about $130 a square foot (not including the cost of the land). By contrast, a four-story town house a block away is currently listed at $2.2 million.
The result is a mix of the rough-edged and refined, with coarse brick walls offset by floral wallpaper based on a Dagobert Peche design from 1922, and industrial metal railings gliding by a bedroom with a 1920's Italian dresser and a whimsical Finnish chandelier. It's as if a do-it-yourself Brooklyn hipster had set up house with a TriBeCa furniture dealer. In fact, the house is not unlike Ms. Miro's metal jewelry, which has an industrial, careworn beauty.
"The house has a very made-by-hand feeling," said Ms. Miro, whose appearance suggests a pulled-together, grown-up art student. "Everything has little wonky bits that make it ours. I think I'm incapable of making things precise."
Wonky or not, the home is something of a New York jackpot: a loftlike town house within walking distance of the Brooklyn Academy of Music, with studios for Ms. Miro, 31, and Mr. Weiss, 34, who produces hip-hop, punk and rock music on his Home Style Cooking label, and room for their 6-month-old son, Lucien.
The couple had lived in Fort Greene since 2000, but they were tired of paying rent ($1,900 monthly between them) on two work studios, plus the mortgage and maintenance on their co-op. And Ms. Miro (pronounced MY-ro) had moved her metalworking studio each time gentrification pushed rents up. "I'd gotten kicked out of so many neighborhoods - Dumbo, Prospect Heights," she said. "All of a sudden the building would be sold and my rent would double. We were also looking to our future, wanting a place to live and work and raise a family."
While walking their dogs four years ago they spotted an empty lot in a row of town houses on Fort Greene Place, across the street from Brooklyn Technical High School. The lot was a jungle of tall weeds, with piles of garbage and an abandoned sofa. "There was a tiny piece of wood that said 'for sale,' with a phone number," Mr. Weiss said. "It wasn't even one of those signs you buy at the hardware store."
Ms. Miro called the number scrawled on the scrap of wood; within three weeks she and Mr. Weiss had closed on the property, a 20-by-80-foot lot, for $180,000.
While homeowners normally rely on architects for everything from concept to finished materials, Ms. Miro and Mr. Weiss wanted one only to create a rough container, which they would finish themselves. They hired Martin Finio and Taryn Christoff, a young married couple who had recently founded Christoff:Finio Architecture. (Mr. Finio had worked for Tod Williams Billie Tsien & Associates, an architecture firm with whom Ms. Miro had conceptualized the cast-metal facade for the American Folk Art Museum on West 53rd Street. Mr. Finio had also bought a ring designed by Ms. Miro as a birthday present for Ms. Christoff.)
The project began on an inauspicious note: the architects showed the clients their initial design on Sept. 10, 2001. The next day, after the attacks on the World Trade Center, Mr. Fino and Ms. Christoff fled their TriBeCa loft. They spent much of the next two months working on the design from makeshift studios in the Gramercy Park Hotel and the TriBeCa Grand.
Mr. Finio and Ms. Christoff designed the house as any architect would, but left the details and finishes to their clients, who used a contractor only to build the structure. "Darcy's refrain all along was, 'I just want a shell,' " Mr. Finio said. "She's very hands-on, so she wanted a role in finishing the house."
The rough-textured exterior walls of the adjacent town houses - one is exposed brick, the other is covered in a waterproof plaster - were used without further refinement as the home's interior walls. Except for a quick wash and a coat of sealant to prevent flaking, the walls are exactly as Ms. Miro and Mr. Weiss originally saw them from the street. "When I first saw the lot I imagined suspending the floors between those two walls," Ms. Miro recalled. "I love being able to see the skeleton of things."

Michael Weschler for The New York Times
The town house in Fort Green, Brooklyn.

Furnishings That Soften Rough Edges (May 5, 2005)
The couple badly misjudged the amount of work to be done. What they expected to finish in six months eventually consumed 18 months. Having sold their previous apartment shortly after buying the lot, they moved first to Mr. Weiss's mother's home in Yonkers, and later to Mr. Weiss's studio, a block from the town house, where they camped for months on inflatable beds. "The floor was dirty, and every morning my hair would smell like bacon from the deli downstairs," Ms. Miro said. "It was horrible."
Week after week, Mr. Weiss made late-night runs for beer and potato chips while he and Ms. Miro struggled with detailed labor normally done by subcontractors, like installing inexpensive Mexican glass mosaic (about $6 a square foot) from Dal-Tile (http://www.daltile.com/) in the master bathroom. Many of the tiles were cracked and had to be peeled off the paper fronting, which did not distress Ms. Miro. "I had no intention of making it perfect," she said.
The bathroom vanity was made from a single slice of a giant maple tree the couple's friend Tom Edmonds, a furnituremaker, salvaged on Staten Island. "Every time I went to his studio in the Brooklyn Navy Yard I'd see all of these cross-sections of the tree and think, I have to have one of those and make it into something," Ms. Miro said. With coaching from Mr. Edmonds, she sealed the maple countertop with layers of boat varnish, sanding each coat before applying the next.
For the bathroom drawers, she designed pulls and had them cast in white bronze. With their dimpled, perforated surfaces, they recall Ms. Miro's cuffs and rings, which sell at Linda Dresner in Manhattan and Arp in Los Angeles.
To the untrained eye, the floor planks resemble pale hardwood, but they cost about half as much as typical tongue-and-groove flooring. When they were in place, Mr. Weiss went to work with a rented sander. "It started spinning so fast it almost launched us into the living room," Ms. Miro said.
Mr. Weiss added: "I got about halfway done with the floors and begged, 'Can we hire someone, please? I can't finish.' "
By the time they finished last spring, Ms. Miro and Mr. Weiss were too exhausted to have a housewarming party, though they have since entertained big groups of friends. "They were dying to come over and see the place for themselves, because no one could believe we actually did it," Ms. Miro said.
Having invested so much sweat equity, the couple intend to stay for the long haul. "Lucien will sell it someday," Mr. Weiss said. Ms. Miro added, "Or he'll pass it down."
With so many handmade touches, the town house does feel like an heirloom. "I feel like I touched every single surface in this house," Ms. Miro said. "Every inch of it is ours."

Atlantic City Summer rental on Brigantine Island

2005-05-06T21:00:00.000-07:00

Brigantine, NJ
Oceanfront Home
4 bedroom 2bath
Private.A gorgeous beach with casino views.
http://www.brigantine4rent.com/default.asp_Q_f_E_cpg_A_pg_E_ViewListings
3 Minutes to Trump's Marina,the Borgta and Harahs!

The Straphangers Campaign has brought the MTA to court

2005-05-04T15:46:00.000-07:00

Dear rider-

The Straphangers Campaign has brought the MTA to court over the low sale price for the West Side Rail Yards. We have filed the suit along with Common Cause/NY, Transport Workers Union Local 100 and the Tri-State Transportation Campaign.

We believe the maximum value for the yards should be realized, especially since the MTA has raised fares twice in as many years and is facing difficult financial times in the future.

Oral arguments in the case are open to the public and will be held tomorrow, Thursday, May 5 starting at 9:30 am at 60 Centre Street, Room 238.

==============================
NYPIRG Straphangers Campaign
One Click to a Better Commute - http://www.straphangers.org

Philly Cheese Steaks in NYC?

2005-05-03T15:08:00.000-07:00

Who has the best cheesesteaks in New York?
We will post some NYC favorites later this week.
If your from Philadelphia or you've been to Philly and had the opportunity to eat one of Philly's finest then you qualify to click the link and vote! http://www.phillycheesesteaks.blogspot.com/

Useful Info

2005-05-03T15:03:00.000-07:00

Clean Bathrooms in New York City

From Heather Cross,Your Guide to New York City for Visitors.FREE Newsletter. Sign Up Now!
Make finding a clean "public" restroom a little easier with these helpful tips.Why is finding a basic necessity so difficult in New York City? You manage to find that t-shirt you've been looking for, you successfully navigate the subway system without getting lost, but finding a clean restroom while you're exploring the city can be an arduous task.
When you get the urge to go and you're on the go, try one of these options:
StarbucksWith locations on nearly every New York City block, this is an always popular option. The popularity means there might be a line, but the baristas are happy to give you the key whether you make a purchase or not. Starbucks NYC Locations.
Barnes & NoblesBarnes and Nobles has locations throughout the city.
Bryant ParkLocated near the library on 42nd Street between 5th & 6th Avenues, when the park is open, I've found this public bathroom to be surprisingly clean, because there is always an attendant.
Grand CentralGrand Central is located off 42nd Street between Park and Lexington Avenues. You can find the public restrooms downstairs near the food court.
Police StationsAny police station will happily let you use their bathroom. They are located throughout the city.
Angelica Film CenterLocated at Mercer and Houston, you can access the restrooms in the café area -- which is open to everyone regardless of whether you are a ticket holder.
New School & Foundation CenterBoth located on Fifth Ave. between 13th and 15th St. these are a hassle free choice when you're in the area.
Bed, Bath & Beyond and Old NavyBoth located on 6th Avenue near 18th Street, they offer a clean respite in the area.
Saks Fifth AvenueA user writes: "Has a great ladies room -- It has a nice mirrored area to refresh your make-up and telephones and couches too."
NYU BuildingsOther than the dorms, any building with a NYU flag, which you can't miss when you're in the Washington Square area, will have accessible facilities. These work best if you can blend in as a student.
Hotel Bathrooms
Waldorf-Astoria HotelAt 301 Park Ave the grandly gaudy decor is worth a peek, and if you are looking for a bathroom, it's a good choice between 49th & 50th Streets.
The PlazaJust off Central Park on Fifth Avenue at Central Park South, The Plaza is a great hotel to sneak into to use the loo if you're in the area.
Marriot MarquisLocated in the heart of Times Square at 1535 Broadway, the bathrooms here are top rate (& located on the 2nd floor) if you can blend in with the businesspeople and tourists that stay here.
The Royalton HotelAlthough it's rumored the doors aren't the easiest to open in these bathrooms/modern works of art, they're well worth a visit.
Soho Grand HotelLocated on on Grand and West Broadway, where public toilets are scarce. Walk past the front desk and continue down the back corridor to find the bathrooms.
Grand HyattYou have to wait for someone with a room key to go in or out and casually catch the door, but once inside, you can use the facilities.
If you have a favorite "public" restroom in New York City, you can email me at gonyc.guide@about.com and I'll add it to the list!

Living in New York City

2005-04-28T11:31:00.000-07:00

I created this Blog to inform people about a resource http://www.4rentinnyc.com
It's a Free place to search and post Apartments and vacation homes in New York.
Everything should be free on the web!
"I think ?"