When I’m not traveling, I love to put on my little black dress and explore my hometown – New York City. There is always something exciting happening in the Big Apple. Get out and enjoy!
Play Me, I’m Yours
Monday, June 21 – Monday, July 5.
“Play Me, I’m Yours” is an artwork by British artist Luke Jerram that has been touring globally since 2008. Presented by Sing for Hope, 60 pianos will be available to play across New York City in public parks, streets and plazas. Anyone care to accompany me as I belt out a Cole Porter tune?
Save the Date: NYC Wine & Food Festival
Tickets go on sale Monday, June 21st for this popular event.
The NYC Wine & Food Festival takes place October 7-10 and features over 200 chefs, 100 wineries, and 120 events. Participating celebrity foodies and chefs include Masahuru Morimoto, Alton Brown, Jose Garces, Giada De Laurentis, and Rachel Ray.
HBO Bryant Park Film Festival: Goldfinger
Monday, June 21. Lawn opens at 5:00 pm. Films begin at sunset. Free!
The third James Bond movie has it all: Sean Connery, a catchy theme song, ingenious gadgets, scary villains, an iconic Bond girl, and a hair-raising climax inside Fort Knox. Next Monday’s movie is Carousel.
Yoga at the Great Lawn
Tuesday, June 22. 6:00 pm. Free but you must register online.
10,000 people are expected to stretch and de-stress in Central Park at the world's largest yoga event. The class will be led by yoga teacher Elena Brower and participants will receive a free yoga mat courtesy of JetBlue.
Summer Stars: Eroica Trio
Tuesday, June 22. 7:00 pm. Free!
The Grammy®-nominated Eroica Trio will perform at the Winter Garden in the World Financial Center. Whether playing the great standards or daring contemporary works, these three young women are known to electrify the concert stage with their passionate performances.
An Evening in New Orleans at Symphony Space
Wednesday, June 23. 8:00 pm. $15
The Sidney Bechet Society presents a New Orleans inspired evening of jazz music, featuring rising star clarinetist Evan Christopher with Terri Wilson (vocals), Eli Yamin (piano), Ari Roland (bass), LaFrae Sci (drums), Jason Jackson (trombone), Ricky "Dirty Red" Gordon (washboard), and tap dancer Calvin Booker.
NYC Food Film Festival
Wednesday, June 23 – Sunday, June 27. Various locations. Free and up!
Taste what you see on the screen at the 4th annual NYC Food Film Festival. Events include the Great New York City Shuck ‘n’ Suck, Brooklyn Burger ‘n’ Beer Garden and the world premiere of Florent: Queen of the Meat Market.
Premium Single Malt Scotch and Cigar Tasting
Wednesday, June 23. 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm. $50 in advance. $65 at the door.
Enjoy exceptional single malt scotch whiskies perfectly paired with premium cigars on a spacious private terrace overlooking Wall Street. Appetizers by Cipriani will be served.
Summer Sparkles: Makeup & Wine Tasting
Wednesday, June 23. 5:30 – 6:20 pm. 6:30 – 7:20 pm.
$15 (plus tax) Includes a Riedel crystal wine stem.
Kick off the summer with Lancôme and Bacchus Wine Made Simple. Experience an evening of makeup and wine tasting featuring delicious sparkling wines from around the world that are sure to impress. Are you ready for some luminous rosé or maybe the robust flavors of Brut Champagne? Try Lancome’s sparkly summer colors of luscious pinks and glowing sun-kissed golds.
Habana/Harlem
Friday, June 25 and Saturday, June 26. 7:30 pm. $15. $12 for Harlem residents.
Harlem Stage presents HABANA | HARLEM™, two nights of stellar performances honoring the legacy of cross-cultural collaboration between Cuba’s capital and Harlem. The June 25th show features New Orleans legend Henry Butler with Osmany Paredes. On June 26th, the Pedro Martinez Project with DJ Cato takes the stage with various guest vocalists.
Italian Night with singer Giada Valenti
Friday, June 25. 8:00 pm. $40 first 2 rows. $25 general admission.
New York's newest Italian Language & Cultural Center, LEARN ITALY, presents an evening with Italian singer Giada Valenti at Etcetera Etcetera restaurant. Radio personality Valerie Smaldone will host this special night. Concert attendees will receive a 10% dinner discount at the restaurant and a free language lesson from Learn Italy.
Free Bike Fridays at Governors Island
Every Friday through October 8.
Need a quick escape from Manhattan? Governors Island is just a free 4-minute ferry ride away. Open every Friday-Sunday through October 10 and boasts miles of car-free biking, performances, art exhibits, mini-golf and more. Through October 8th you can borrow a bike for free for up to one hour.
NoshWalks: Latin American Jackson Heights
Sunday, June 27. 1:00 pm. $45
Nosh your way through Jackson Heights with Myra Alperson, the author of Nosh New York. Sample specialties of Colombia, Uruguay, Mexico, Ecuador and Argentina & more.