Consumers Who Book Two Nights, Get Third Free at 250 Participating Accommodations
NEW YORK - New Yorkers are encouraged to stay in-state when traveling this summer, and take advantage of I Love New York statewide travel deals for consumers seeking a stress-free getaway this summer season. Hundreds of lodging properties, including privately-owned campgrounds, will take part in I LOVE NEW YORK’s popular ‘book two nights, get the third night free’ offer available at www.iloveny.com/summer. Read more »
Exhibition dates: June 18 - November 29, 2009
Location: The Sackler Wing Galleries for the Arts of Japan, 2nd Floor
New York, NY - An impressive group of Japanese mandalas-graphic depictions of the Buddhist universe and its myriad realms and deities-are featured in an exhibition on view at The Metropolitan Museum of Art through November 29. Showcasing more than 60 magnificent works-painting, sculpture, drawing, metalwork, stoneware, textile, and lacquer-drawn from major museums and collections in the United States, Japanese Mandalas: Emanations and Avatars illustrates the exceptional and complex world of Esoteric Buddhist art in Japan. Read more »
This summer, Apollo Theater Foundation expected to break ground on a “Walk of Fame” honoring legendary entertainers in celebration of theater’s 75th Anniversary
New York, NY - Harlem Community Development Corporation (Harlem CDC) announced today that it will provide the Apollo Theater Foundation (ATF) with a $75,000 grant to go towards the partial financing of the design, planning and other costs associated with mounting the Apollo Theater “Walk of Fame” project this summer. The “Walk of Fame” is part of the Apollo 75th Anniversary Season series of special programming and events running from June 2009 through December 2010.
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Creative Marketing Outreach and Focus on Value to Drive Statewide Tourism Revenues
New York (June 23) - “I LOVE NEW YORK,” (www.iloveny.com/summer) New York State’s Tourism promotion agency, is hoping that New York metropolitan area consumers who have had it with work-day stress will be ready to let off some steam at the state’s “pre vacation stress-free street clinics” stationed throughout Manhattan this week, and take advantage of the outstanding value opportunity for travel within the Empire State. Read more »
New York City’s Marketing and Tourism Organization Uses New Approach to Reveal Extended NYC Restaurant Week Dates, Exclusive Inside Information on Dining Activities and Details About Early Booking
New York, NY - NYC & Company, New York City’s marketing, tourism and partnership organization, made an important change this NYC Restaurant Week season by disclosing its extended dates to consumers via Twitter. In addition, NYC & Company will provide details about early booking exclusively to its growing number of Twitter followers, while utilizing the micro-blogging service to keep foodies informed about the most up-to-date NYC Restaurant Week news. As part of its promotions, NYC & Company plans to tweet unique dining offers, last-minute reservation openings, plans for surprise chef appearances and more. Read more »
From Central Park’s SummerStage to Shows on Rockefeller Plaza , New York City’s Tourism and Marketing Organization Identifies the Best Concerts to See in NYC This Season
New York City - NYC & Company, New York City’s marketing, tourism and partnership organization, has issued their guide to free and low-cost outdoor summer concerts throughout the five boroughs on its website www.nycgo.com. Information will include a list of venues and articles illustrating upcoming shows to encourage New York City residents and visitors alike to take advantage of the various musical performances taking place over the next few months. Geared towards all ages and preferences, this summer’s best lyrical acts are highlighted by the City recognized as a breeding ground for creativity. Read more »
Exhibition Dates: June 30-October 12, 2009
Exhibition Location: The Erving and Joyce Wolf Gallery
Press Preview: Monday, June 29, 10:00 a.m.-noon
New York, NY - Augustus Saint-Gaudens (1848-1907) was a French-Irish immigrant who became the greatest American sculptor of his day. From humble roots, through his prodigious talent, he rose in society, eventually counting some of America’s most influential people in art and literature, diplomacy and economics, technology and social policy among his friends and clients. The collection of The Metropolitan Museum of Art contains nearly four dozen works by the accomplished artist, representing the entire range of his oeuvre, from early cameos to innovative painterly bas-reliefs to character-penetrating portrait busts and statuettes derived from his public monuments. Read more »
