Friday, March 1st, 2013
Bodies The Exhibition
Ticket Prices: Adult: $26.50; Senior (Over 60): $22.50; Child (4-12): $20.50; Child (0-3): Free
When trying to plan an educational family day while visiting New York, how about visiting the Bodies The Exhibition at South Street Seaport? The exhibit shows the complex systems of organs and tissues throughout our bodies and it gives the young and old a fascinating look into our bodies. This exhibit is a way of showing people human organs and tissues that only medical professionals have access to normally. Come out and enjoy this fun, creative, yet educational experience for the entire family!
The South Street Seaport is located in the historic area of the New York City borough of Manhattan. The location of the Seaport features some of the oldest architecture and also is the largest amount of restored early 19th century commercial buildings in the city. It was founded in 1967. www.bodiestheexhibition.com/newyork/
Saturday, March 2nd, 2013
Louis C.K.
Ticket Prices: From $97.00
If you want to feel like a rock star attending a show, ride in a new york prom limo. Louis C.K., the creator, star, producer, writer, director of the FX comedy series Louie, is coming to New York City Center for one night only! He is performing live to promote the release of his latest comedy film, Hilarious (2011). Don’t miss out on this one night event!
The location of this comedy event is the New York City Center which is located at 131 W. 55th between 6th and 7th Avenues in Manhattan, New York City. The theatre was built in 1923, and houses 2,753 seats on the main stage. This theatre is known as the performing home for several major dance companies as well as the Encores! www.louiscktour.com
Sunday, March 3rd, 2013
NY Knicks vs. Miami Heat
Ticket Prices: Start at $237.00
Are you ready for some basketball? If you’re a basketball fan, visiting Madison Square Garden would be a top historical stadium to visit. The game is at 1:00 PM. Come watch these two teams duel it out at the Garden. Labron James is coming to town!
Madison Square Garden is located between Seventh and Eighth Avenues from 31st to 33nd streets. This arena sits on top of Pennsylvania Station and is used for professional basketball, ice hockey, boxing, concerts, ice shows, circuses and more. An interesting fact is that Madison Square Garden is ranked as one of the most expensive stadium venues ever built. www.newyorkknicks.ticketsnow.com
Monday, March 4th, 2013
Fossil Halls
Ticket Prices: Adults: $18.99; Children (2-12): $10.50; Senior/Student: $14.50; Free for Members
Another great exhibit that is both educational and fun is the Fossil Halls Exhibit at the American Museum of Natural History. The exhibit is considered one of the premier attractions in New York City. Fossil Halls is home to nearly one million specimens, which is the world’s largest collection of vertebrate fossils. This exhibit is a permanent exhibit, so it will be there to visit for years and generations to come!
The American Museum of Natural History is one of the largest museums in the world. Located on the upper West Side of Manhattan in New York City, it Is home to over 130 million specimen as well as exhibition halls, research laboratories, and its renowned library. www.amnh.org/exhibitions/permanent-exhibitions/fossil-halls
Tuesday, March 5th, 2013
Harry Potter: The Exhibition
Ticket Prices: Varies by event
Harry Potter is coming to town! Come one come all to the event you have been waiting for, the Harry Potter Exhibition! In this exhibit, you get to experience Harry Potter films to the fullest by walking through dramatic displays inspired by the films’ sets. This exhibit is sure to impress Harry Potter fans of all generations.
The Discovery Times Square Exposition, located at 22 West 44th Street in New York City specializes in traveling exhibitions. The building, opened June 24, 2009, had a main goal which was “to create a home for traveling exhibitions that local museums might find too large, too expensive, too nondisciplinary or too commercial for their nonprofit attention.” www.discoverytsx.com
Wednesday, March 6th, 2013
Jersey Boys
Ticket Prices: From $67.00
One of the best parts about New York City is the entertainment, via shows. If kicking back, relaxing and enjoying a show are your cup of tea, come watch Jersey Boys at the August Wilson Theatre. Jersey Boys is a show about the Four Seasons and how they went from the wrong side of the tracks to becoming one of the biggest American pop music sensations of all time.
The August Wilson Theatre was designed by architects C. Howard Crane and Kenneth Franzheim. Located at 245 W 52nd Street in New York City, the theatre opened as the Guild Theatre in 1925. It wasn’t until August Wilson’s death October 16, 2005, that the theatre was renamed in his honor.
Thursday, March 7th, 2013
Winter Stinky Cheese Festival
Ticket Prices: Varies
If you are a cheese lover, this is something you don’t want to miss. Experience over 20 different cheeses from nine of some of the city’s best eateries. The festival will kick off this weekend and continue until March 11th. For more information, visit http://tourdefrancenyc.com/
By Heather Wishart