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4th of July Fireworks

The Macy's 4th of July Fireworks returns. Read about the display and where to catch the best view at Macy's Fireworks

Event Highlights - Our Picks for Events in NYC

  • Wednesday afternoons now through August 26 - Free concerts in Lincoln Square
  • Now through Labor Day -- Cyclone at Coney Island is open
  • Read more about these events, and others at Festivals & Events New York City

High Line is Now Open

It's New York City's unconventional and newest park space -- a one-time train track. But High Line may also be one of the city's most exciting public spaces. Read more and decide at New York City's High Line

The Statue of Liberty Crown Opens for Visitors July 4th

Read about how to get tickets, and more at Liberty's Crown Opens and read about how to visit the Statue of Liberty

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This Just In...

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Art in New York City's Parks - 2009 Parks & Recreation's Public Art Program features an eclectic array of artwork in green spaces throughout the five boroughs. Read more at Art in the Park - New York City, 2009

Glasswear: Glass in Contemporary Jewelry This upcoming exhibit at MAD features over 120 visually engaging and original creations from more than 60 artists from July 15 through September 20, 2009. Read more at Glass in Contemporary Jewelry

International CringeFest '09: Bad Plays - Bad Musicals - Bad Films -- July 20th through August 9th Look out, New York! The Bad Plays and Bad Musicals Festivals have morphed into International CringeFest '09, which this year also includes Bad Films. but perhaps irreverent, politically incorrect, naughty, and utterly zany might be better. Read more at CringeFest

It's that time of year -- time for Brooklyn Bridge Park's Movies with a View Starting July 9th The 10th Anniversary season begins Thursday, July 9, 2009. This summer, sidle up, nab a patch of grass and walk off with a night of fabulous entertainment without paying one cent. Read more at Brooklyn Bridge Park Movies With a View

Brooklyn Flea Market: Shop every weekend And it's now in its summer hours. Read more at Brooklyn Flea Market