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NBC’s Today Show free summer concert series continues into August with even more musical performances from today’s hottest recording artists.  
The 13th annual NBC “Toyota Concert Series on Today” also continues.  All concerts are at the Rockefeller Plaza (map), or in the Today Show studio.  The concerts are fee and viewing is on a first-come basis, so be at the plaza or studio no later than 7am.
August

Friday August 1 | Sheryl Crow Today
Friday, August 8 | Celine Dion Today 
Friday, August 26 | Solange Knowles Today-in studio 
Friday, August 29 | Paula Abdul Today

Last minute schedule changes may occur.  Be …read more

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New York comes a close second to Los Angeles in the number of people who are seeking fame.  Starry-eyed dreamers arrive in the Big Apple with hopes of one day seeing their name on a Broadway marquee.  If you’re seeking the limelight, be sure to add these two opportunities to your list of auditions.  Who knows, you may just be the next big thing.
“NYC Sound Tracks,” an eight-episode series on MSG and MSG.com that finds the most talented New York City subway performer, will be holding an open call for talent.  Auditions are on Tuesday, July 15, 2008 from …read more

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Not since a visit to the Grand Bazaar has shopping been this exciting!  Brooklyn Flea, Brooklyn’s largest outdoor flea market, has entered it’s third month and unique finds are at every corner.
Every Sunday, hundreds of vendors pack the Bishop Loughlin High School parking lot to sell their wares.  Everything from vintage clothing to new silk screened t-shirts, antique furniture to arts and crafts is for sale.  Come hungry and nosh at one of the food vendor’s stations.
The flea market was the creation of Brownstoner blogger Jonathan Butler.  Butler is also the brainchild behind Clinton Hill’s annual Salvage …read more

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It was a wild finish in last weekend’s Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest.  In the end it was reigning champ Joey Chestnut in a tie with former champ Takeru Kobayashi forcing an eat-off.  Here’s video in case you missed it on ESPN!     

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MoMA’s free outdoor summer concert series, Summergarden, will begin this Sunday evening, July 6, 2008.
Each Sunday evening during the summer, members of the Julliard School and Jazz at Lincoln Center will bring their musical talent to the Sculpture Garden at MoMA.  The museum has a long history of presenting jazz and new concert music in its summer series which dates back to 1971.  Many concerts will feature original works and at least one world premiere will be included.       
Entrance to Summergarden is through the Sculpture Garden gate on West 54th Street between Fifth and Sixth Avenue.  Seating is limited …read more

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Independence Day is on Friday and nothing says America quite like pyrotechnic displays and hot dog eating contests at Coney Island.  Here’s what you need to know about New York’s two favorite ways to spend the Fourth.   
Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks 2008   Bigger is better, according to Macy’s who has four barges loaded with 30,000 shells in the East River.  This year’s display will be synchronized to New York Pops’ new soundtrack “America Dances.”  For locals, tune your radios to 1010 AM while you’re watching the display, while the rest of America can enjoy the televised show, including …read more

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ABC’s Good Morning America and NBC’s Today Show free summer concert series continues into July with even more musical performances from today’s hottest recording artists.  
ABC’s Good Morning America hosts their free concert series in Bryant Park (map).  All concerts are free and open to the public.  Viewers interested in attending the free live performances should arrive at the park no later than 7am.  Admission is on a limited first-come basis, so the earlier, the better.
The 13th annual NBC “Toyota Concert Series on Today” also continues.  All concerts are at the Rockefeller Plaza (map), or in the Today Show studio.  The …read more

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Saturday will mark the longest day of the year: summer solstice.  There is no better way to pay homage to mother nature than finding your inner peace and tranquility while in the center of the universe.  Times Square Alliance is hosting the annual Solstice in Times Square, a free yoga-fest in the heart of the city.     
There will be no shortage of urban energy as the day starts off with sun salutations and moderate Vinyasa yoga open to all levels.  There will be several sessions for beginner and advanced levels throughout the day, live music, as well as a …read more

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Fresh from a controversial trip to North Korea, the New York Philharmonic will be coming to a park near you.  For the 44th consecutive year, the New York Philharmonic will be performing 8 concerts as part of the free Concerts in the Park series. 
This year the NY Phil will be performing in all 5 of the boroughs as well as East Islip, Long Island and New Jersey.  And in an effort to find a new summer home in the New York area, the Philharmonic will also have a free concert on July 5, 2008 at Governors Island.  The …read more

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If you head out to Coney Island this weekend you may think that Hollywood is recreating the classic Tom Hanks and Daryl Hannah film Splash.  Alas, they are not.  The mermaids swimming ashore and marching down the street are part of the annual Coney Island Mermaid Parade.
Celebrate the sand, the sea, and the mythological mermaid at this parade of artistic self-expression. There are no Grand Marshalls in this parade, this year’s parade is being led by King Neptune Reverend Billy and Queen Mermaid Savitri D.  For more information, check out the Coney Island Mermaid Parade website.
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