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On the Cover How did the divine Miss Monroe, seen here in 1952, spend her time when she was in New York? See p. 20.

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by troy segal

While an art gallery celebrates Marilyn Monroe this month, we imagine what her life in the city was like.

22 Blow Your Mind by joni sweet

Experience shows and attractions that are truly far-out.

26 Cool City by jackie cooperman

Staying chill under July’s hot sun is a no-brainer in the Big Apple.

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hot happenings around town in month by Francis Lewis

It’s 1964. Andy Warhol (above) needs a shoe shine—and possibly a lawyer. His artwork for the New York World’s Fair has just been destroyed. 13 Most Wanted Men: Andy Warhol and the 1964 World’s Fair, Queens Museum, New York City Building, Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Queens, 718.592.9700, thru Sept. 7

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thru jul. 20 Catch Parmigianino’s beautiful “Schiava Turca” before the portrait returns to Parma, Italy. On loan to The Frick Collection, 1 E. 70th St., frick.org

jul. 4 “The rockets red glare, the bombs bursting in air”: Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks show returns to the East River this year. macys.com/fireworks

jul. 19-jan. 19, 2015 “What’s up, Doc?” An exhibit devoted to Chuck Jones, animator of Bugs Bunny, that’s what. Museum of the Moving Image, 36-01 35 Ave., Astoria, Queens, movingimage.us

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PHOTOS: macy’s fireworks, kent miller studios–macy’s, inc.; billy name, “untitled 1964,” reprint 2014, courtesy the artist. ©2014 the andy warhol foundation for the visual arts, inc./artists rights society (ars), new york; louis langrée, jennifer taylor; cécile mclorin salvant, john abbott; Nicole cherubini, “astralogy,” 2013, jason mandella; bolshoi ballet’s swan lake, Damir Yusupov–bolshoi theater

Peace for Now

Art transcends politics. No better proof of this dictum exists than the return of Russia’s Bolshoi Ballet to the Lincoln Center Festival for the first time since 2000. Let Washington and Moscow wrangle, détente has been declared at Lincoln Center, where the troupe performs three crowd-pleasing classics from its repertoire: Swan Lake (right), Don Quixote and Spartacus. | The Bolshoi Ballet, David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center, Columbus Ave., at W. 63rd St.,212.721.6500, Jul. 15-27

Made in NYC “There is a prevailing perception that New York in the digital age is no longer a city of skilled makers, when, in fact, craftsmanship continues to flourish throughout the five boroughs,” says director of the Museum of Arts and Design, Glenn Adamson. Just how skilled and prolific these makers are is the premise of the museum’s new exhibition, a showcase for 100 local stone carvers, milliners, set designers, instrument makers and more. Among them is Brooklyn-based potter Nicole Cherubini, whose clay and mixed-media work, “Astralogy,” 2013, reconciles craft and fine art. | NYC Makers: The MAD Biennial, Museum of Arts and Design, 2 Columbus Circle, 212.299.7777, Jul. 1-Oct. 12

Siren of Song

When jazz vocalist Cécile McLorin Salvant steps before a microphone, audiences sit up and take notice—and not just because the white, thickframed glasses she wears are so instantly memorable. No, what truly sets this Grammynominated twentysomething apart is her perfect intonation, impeccable phrasing and diction, and direct approach to telling the story of a song through its lyrics. This month, Salvant, accompanied by the Bill Charlap Trio, devotes her concert on Jul. 30 at the 92nd St. Y’s Jazz in July festival to her primary influence and heroine, Sarah Vaughan. | Jazz in July 2014, 92nd St. Y, 1395 Lexington Ave., 212.415.5500, Jul. 22-31

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Conductor Louis Langrée gives the downbeat at the 48th annual Mostly Mozart Festival. Avery Fisher Hall at Lincoln Center, Columbus Ave., at W. 64th St., mostlymozart.org

Varekai, Cirque du Soleil’s arena spectacle, visits NYC for seven performances. Barclays Center, 620 Atlantic Ave., Brooklyn, barclayscenter.com

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theater news by Francis Lewis

A New Jersey Boy Jersey Boys, the musical about Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons, has been running on Broadway since 2005 and in London since 2008. In an example of cultural exchange at its best, Ryan Molloy, who originated the role of Valli in the West End, reprises it with the New York cast beginning Jul. 29. A year ago, the actor from the north of England sang with Barbra Streisand on the London leg of her European tour. If he thought that experience was “surreal,” wait until he gets to the Great White Way. | Jersey Boys, August Wilson Theatre, 245 W. 52nd St., 212.239.6200

“I treat the audience as if they were mates. We’re sitting around, and I’m telling a few stories. Sounds bloody boring, but I promise you it’s not!” —Jim Dale, author and star of his one-man, Off-Broadway show, Just Jim Dale

Barrett Foa has something that most young actors would give their eyeteeth for: a recurring role in a hit TV show, NCIS: Los Angeles. So, why is the Manhattan native spending his summer break not on a beach, but in his hometown, starring in Buyer & Cellar, a one-man, Off-Broadway comedy in which he plays six characters, including Barbra Streisand and the out-of-work actor she has hired to tend her beyond-extensive collection of stuff? “Putting challenges in front of you and meeting them: That’s how you grow as an actor and person,” Foa mused during rehearsals recently. “Some people may call me a masochist, I call myself an artiste.” Make that: dedicated artist. For more of Barrett Foa’s interview and why his goal in life (his words) is to be David Hyde Pierce, go to innewyork .com/editors blog. | Buyer & Cellar, Barrow Street Theatre, 27 Barrow St., 212.868.4444

For jim dale’s full interview, go to innewyork.com/editorsblog

Take Your Pick

Can’t make up your mind which Broadway or Off-Broadway musical to see? Do as you do when you choose a movie: Watch a trailer. Or in this case, a live preview of the city’s most tuneful shows when cast members entertain every Thurs at 106.7 LITE FM’s Broadway in Bryant Park. Offerings at the free lunchtime concerts range from long-running Stomp (Jul. 10) to the newly crowned Tony-winning Best Musical of 2014, A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder (Jul. 31). A minimum of four shows perform each week, so there’s plenty to choose from. Truth is, you’ll want to see them all. | 106.7 LITE FM’s Broadway in Bryant Park, Bryant Park, Sixth Ave., btw W. 40th & W. 42nd sts., bryantpark.org, Jul. 10-Aug. 14

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Barrett’s Break

IN New YORK | july 2014 | innewyork.com | for more information, turn to entertainment (p. 44)

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night spots

the after-dark scene by William G. Frierson IV

Red Tide, Stageside

Brooklyn Class

On a gritty stretch of Williamsburg that’s a far cry from pristine Park Ave. lies Huckleberry Bar, a cocktail den that has the chops to challenge Manhattan’s finest. The tattooed bartenders (welcome to the ‘hood) approach drink-making with masterful precision (a Negroni on the spacious, tiered backyard deck

KGB Bar has been on the East Village literary scene since the early 1990s, serving up drinks with a side of live poetry and prose. Upstairs in the new Red Room (sense the quasi-commie theme?), the tradition lives on. In the bohemian, 32-seat space—with an offbeat décor that combines speakeasy grunge, Art Deco elements and a large copper bathtub (no bathing allowed)— guests are encouraged to caress a White Lady (gin, Cointreau, lemon juice, egg white) while soaking up some house jazz or a quirky, grad-student vaudeville performance (another round, quick). | Red Room at KGB Bar, 85 E. 4th St., 3rd fl., 212.787.0155

Forget the “ladies who lunch”—The Rose Club, in all its magenta and gold-hued opulence, is for ladies (and men) who lounge. Think: plush velvets, pink chandeliers and carefully placed throw pillows. Live Jazz (Kat Gang on Wed. at 9 p.m., Lapis Luna on Thurs. at 8:30 p.m.) is an intimate touch. | The Rose Club, The Plaza hotel, lobby mezzanine, 768 Fifth Ave., 212.759.3000

Under-the-Radar Mixology

is a delight). Weekly 90-minute lessons in advanced cocktail theory (every Thurs, by reservation) combine evening education and inebriation. | Huckleberry Bar, 588 Grand St., Brooklyn, 718.218.8555

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A cocktail hideaway is tucked above an unassuming West Village Five Guys—you just have to be in the know to find it. Up unmarked stairs in the burger joint’s rear (a patty slinger will stoically point you there), you’ll encounter The Garret. It’s a world apart: The insider’s drinking nook has tin ceilings, custom murals by artist Bradley Theodore (who was on-site to clink glasses) and powerful, refined cocktails. The Capote & Friends (bison-grass-infused vodka, St.-Germain, strawberry, cucumber, lime) brings to mind freshly cut lawns and laundry on the line. After a few, a burger from below may be called for. Luckily, they can be eaten right at the bar. | The Garret, 296 Bleecker St., 2nd fl., no phone

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photos: red room at kgb bar, ernesto gonzalez; huckleberry bar, courtesy huckleberry bar; the garret (2), paige hogan

Ladies Who Lounge

IN New YORK | july 2014 | innewyork.com | for details on other after-dark spots, turn to entertainment (p. 44)

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family affairs

RATED “A” for awesome by Lois Levine

Madeline Madness

In honor of the 75th anniversary of the publication of Madeline, one of the most revered children’s books of all time, the New-York Historical Society presents an exhibition of more than 90 original artworks by Ludwig Bemelmans, the writer and illustrator of the Madeline books. The exhibit also includes other Bemelmans drawings, murals from a rediscovered Paris bistro, Madeline panels from Christina O, the Aristotle Onassis yacht, and a cache of fabrics based on an early picture book. | New-York Historical Society, 170 Central Park West, 212.873.3400, opens Jul. 4

Vince, a luxury apparel brand, has just come out with its first Vince Kids collection. The Madison Ave. store offers clothing for children ages 4 to 14, featuring casual, comfortable items such as the double-layer hoodie and straight-leg 5-pocket jean (boy, above left) and the wrap seam French terry pants, rib tank and dolman top (girl, above right). Other popular styles include faux fur vests and scuba leather jackets. Vince is also available at Saks Fifth Avenue, Bloomingdale’s, Barneys New York and Bergdorf Goodman. | Vince, 980 Madison Ave., 646.560.2897

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Flying Sandwiches New York City will soon be experiencing the Jafflechute. The wha? A grilled cheese sandwich that gets delivered by parachute at a designated time and place. Visit facebook.com/jafflechutes for updates.

photoS: parachute, ©veer; vince kids, dani brubaker; “They went looking high,” ©1953 by ludwig bemelmans

Vince Vogue

IN New YORK | july 2014 | innewyork.com | for more information, turn to listings (p. 32) and visit innewyork.com

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Spidertown

Sweet Somethings

photoS: bonpoint, courtesy bonpoint; orb weaver from spiders alive!, ©amnh/r.mickens; jane’s carousel, ©julienne schaer

Banana custard pie (right) is one of the many desserts that will tickle your child’s sweet tooth at ChikaLicious. The restaurant offers a three-course prix fixe menu of desserts: That’s right, just desserts. Additional sweet addons are available for $8. Remember: A family that goes into a sugar coma together, stays together. | ChikaLicious Dessert Bar, 203 E. 10th St., 212.995.9511

Jane’s Carousel was bought by Jane and David Walentas in the 1980s and painstakingly restored to its original 1922 glory. Today, it is a fully operating ride, dazzling riders with its 1,200 lights and 48 carved horses. | Jane’s

At the new Spiders Alive! exhibit at the American Museum of Natural History, visitors not only learn everything there is to know about these creepy crawly arachnids that inhabit every continent but Antarctica, (including larger-than-life fossils and videos), but museum staffers are on hand to show you the real thing. Yucky cool. | American Museum of Natural History, Central Park West, at W. 79th St., 212.769.5100, opens Jul. 4

Carousel, Brooklyn Bridge Park, Dock St., Brooklyn, 718.222.2502

On Point

Another new Bonpoint has opened in SoHo. The upscale children‘s apparel store is as lovely as the clothing, with Turkish kilim carpets, a handsome chandelier, wooden cabinets and vintage furniture. The new SoHo 2014 collection, sold exclusively at the new location, incudes limited-editon Liberty print dresses, bags, swimsuits, broaches, soaps and candles. And, as an added bonus, you can feel good about spending your money here: A portion of the sales are donated to the New Yorkers for Children Charity. | Bonpoint, 398 W. Broadway, 917.261.5541

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great dining experiences by Lois Levine and

William G. Frierson IV

Fast and Fabulous

Down in Mexico

Gaby Brasserie, in the luxurious Sofitel hotel in the Theater District, provides both an elegant environment and a fresh, delightful menu that gives a nod toward healthfulness and flavor. Green-and-black marble flooring, rust-colored fabric-and-leather banquettes and purple drapes lend an almost royal allure to the room. The midday menu offers a 30-minute lunch—perfect for a brief business meeting or a quick meal before catching a matinee. On this late-spring day, it was a light white bean soup, smoked salmon wrapped around greens, and a delicate monkfish, sitting atop quinoa with Moroccan spices. A luxurious repast, wrapped in a time-efficient presentation. Now that’s New York! | Gaby Brasserie, 44 W. 45th St., 212.782.3040

The buzz hits you upon entering newcomer Horchata—clinking glasses and choruses of “pass the guac” (get the trio: classic; verde, with apple and cucumber; and rojo, with a chipotle-habanero zing). Go for pork belly tacos, with pineapple and chipotle aioli; and grilled mahi-mahi. The namesake rice milk drink—spiked with rum, vanilla vodka and Kahlúa, and served in a monkey-shaped clay vessel—makes it a fiesta. | Horchata, 470 Sixth Ave., 212.243.8226

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Harlem Hot Spot Back in the 1930s, Minton’s was a well-known NYC jazz club, flourishing through the 1960s, until it shuttered its doors in the early 1970s. Recently, the club has been reincarnated, adding a tantalizing American “low country” menu—a cuisine that focuses on regions of South Carolina and the Georgia coast. Think: seafood, soups flavored with black-eyed peas and fried okra croutons, and sweet potato ricotta dumplings. An apple salad (left) makes a nice counterpoint to the rich dishes. The narrow room exudes luxe supperclub glamour, with gold silk-taffeta drapes and candlelit tables. Live jazz starts most nights at 7 p.m. Harlem never looked—or tasted—so good. | Minton’s, 206 W. 118th St., 212.243.2222

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photoS: minton’s apple salad, evan sung; gaby brasserie, sofitel new york; horchata’s tacos de cerdo and dorado en hoja de plátano, noah fecks

dish du jour

IN New YORK | july 2014 | innewyork.com | for details on other restaurants, turn to dining (p. 70)

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calendars

coming attractions

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US Open, Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Flushing, Queens, usopen.org (thru Sept. 8) Jazz Age Lawn Party, Governors Island, jazzagelawn party.com (also Aug. 16)

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Billy Joel, Madison Square Garden, thegarden.com

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Family Dinner with Mario Batali’s Chefs, New York Botanical Garden, nybg.org

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Tori Amos, Beacon Theatre, beacontheatre.com (also Aug. 13)

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september

Feast of San Gennaro, Mulberry St., btw Canal & Houston sts., sangennaro.org (also Sept. 11-20)

New York International Salsa Dance & Music Festival, The Hilton New York, nycsalsacongress.com (also Aug. 27-31)

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New York Burlesque Festival, various locations, thenewyorkburlesquefestival.com (thru Sept. 28)

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photo: US open, jamie squire/getty images

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New York Comic Con, Javits Convention Center, newyork comiccon.com (thru Oct. 12)

Food Network New York City Wine & Food Festival, various locations, nycwff.org (thru Oct. 19)

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Open House New York, various locations, ohny.org (thru Oct. 12)

The New York Film Festival, various locations, filmlinc.com (thru Oct. 12)

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october

Autumn Crafts Festival, Lincoln Center, craftsatlincoln.org (also Oct. 5, 11-12)

Astronomy Live, American Museum of Natural History, amnh.org

Oktoberfest in Central Park, Rumsey Playfield, germanparadenyc.org

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Last chance to see Italian Futurism, 1909-1944: Reconstructing the Universe, The Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, guggenheim.org

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New York International Fringe Festival, various locations, fringenyc.org (also Aug. 8-23)

Village Halloween Parade, Sixth Ave., from Spring to W. 16th sts., halloween-nyc.com

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Henri Matisse: The Cut-Outs opens, Museum of Modern Art, moma.org (thru Feb. 8, 2015)

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Spa Week, various locations, spaweek.com (thru Oct. 26)

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Pearls (this is Tiffany & Co.’s) Ziegfeld pearl necklace) were a favorite of the movie star.

Miss Monroe was a fan of the Erno Laszlo skin care line, available at the company’s The Institute.

ne w YORK Hollywood’s blonde bombshell also had a particular passion for the Big Apple.

Marilyn: The Lost Photos of a Hollywood StaR—an exhibit of previously unseen pics—is in town this month (Esoteric’s RASA TriBeCa, 37 Walker St., 212.920.6472, Jul. 23-Aug. 6). Welcome as it is, New York doesn’t need a collection of photos to remember the magnificent Miss Monroe. Though a creation of Hollywood, she was no stranger to New York City, not just visiting, but actually living here for long stretches. And even though 60 years have passed since she left us, we can still tour the places where the screen goddess worked and played, studied and ate, glittered for her public or sought some personal time. Shoppers can patronize Marilyn’s favorite local department stores: Bloomingdale’s (1000 Third Ave., 212.705.2000) and Saks Fifth Avenue (611 Fifth Ave., 212.753.4000), where her penchant for going without underwear reportedly shocked the salesgirls. She maintained her radiant complexion with the Erno Laszlo skin care line; you can maintain your own at the company’s The Institute (382 W. Broad-

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Marilyn stayed at the St. Regis New York while in the city filming The Seven Year Itch.

way, 212.300.4111), which sells products created by its namesake dermatologist to the stars. Marilyn also visited many of NYC’s landmark attractions, sometimes for publicity, sometimes for pleasure. She twice appeared at Madison Square Garden: once in March 1955, riding an elephant for a circus charity event; another, in May 1962, singing a breathy “Happy Birthday to You” at President John F. Kennedy’s birthday gala. Though the Garden is in a different spot now (Seventh Ave., btw W. 31st & W. 33rd sts., 212.465.6741), it still hosts charismatic entertainers (including Michael Bublé on Jul. 7 and 8, and Katy Perry on Jul. 9)—along with tours of the premises. Since Marilyn moved to New York to study acting, it’s

Photos: the st. regis hotel, bruce buck/courtesy st. regis new york; erno laszlo institute, courtesy the institute; pearls, ©tiffany & co.

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“I love that bridge,” Marilyn said of the city’s grand Brooklyn Bridge.

Photos: the brooklyn bridge, ©istock; “marilyn monroe niagara falls 2,” ©2012 starthear! llc

The stunning star at Niagara Falls, 1952.

not surprising she attended many Broadway shows, including the opening night of A View From the Bridge by her soon-to-be third husband, Arthur Miller, at the Coronet Theatre in September 1955. Now named the Eugene O’Neill Theatre, the theater is currently occupied by the hit musical, The Book of Mormon (230 W. 49th St., 212.239.6200). She also made the rounds of many a West Side watering hole, including the ‘21’ club (21 W. 52nd St., 212.582.7200) and Sardi’s (234 W. 44th St., 212.221.8440). Before she took up residence here, the actress was in and out of the city’s hotels. She visited or stayed with Joe DiMaggio at what is now The Lexington New York City (511 Lexington Ave., 212.755.4400); you can even rent the Centerfield Suite, the baseball-themed penthouse the hotel says the pair occupied. In autumn 1954, with Marilyn in town to film The Seven Year Itch, the couple took rooms at The St. Regis New York (Fifth Ave., at 55th St., 212.753.4500). The following spring, after their separation and Marilyn’s

move to New York, the star sublet a place in the Towers of the Waldorf Astoria (100 E. 50th St., 212.355.3100), an opulent, all-suites section atop the luxury hotel. Six months later, she took an apartment at 2 Sutton Pl. So. In 1957, she and new husband Miller rented a flat around the corner, at 444 E. 57th St., an apartment she kept until her death. Situated east of First Avenue, between E. 53rd and E. 59th sts., Sutton Place is a quiet, residential boulevard—ideal for a stroll, with two pocket parks whose benches overlook the East River and the 59th Street Bridge. Though mainly a Manhattan girl, Marilyn got to know parts of Brooklyn via Miller, who grew up there. The Brooklyn Bridge entranced her: “I love that bridge. Everything is beautiful from there and the air is so clean … walking it seems peaceful even with all those cars going crazy underneath,” she once wrote. Perhaps the most famous Marilyn Monroe-related New York site is the most humble: some grates on Lexington Ave., at E. 52nd St., where the movie star perched on the vents, delighting in the wind from the subway as it lifted her dress in The Seven Year Itch. Trains still run below the avenue, and as night falls, you might even imagine a white skirt billowing in the breeze. IN New YORK | july 2014 | innewyork.com

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BLOW your MIND Top: Skulls sculpted from Legos at Art of the Brick Above: Blue Man Group

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Spectacular art and experimental entertainment to spark all five senses. By Joni Sweet

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In the city that never sleeps, the diversity of activities alone can be enough to take your breath away. Theater, museums, nightlife—you name it, it’s here, which is why we’ve created the ultimate guide to blowing your mind, chock-full of must-see places for a uniquely New York sensory overload. Don’t say we didn’t warn you.

Earthly wonder For all of history, humans have been fascinated by this spinning green planet and the residents who call it home. The American Museum of Natural History (Central Park West, at W. 79th St., 212.769.5100) pays tribute to this universal obsession in Mysteries of the Unseen World (thru Jul. 6). Using cuttingedge technology, including electron microscopy and time-lapse photography, the trippy IMAX film estranges viewers from the otherwise familiar aspects of this world—from the too-slowto-notice (the decaying process of plants) to the faster-than-the-human-eye (a corn kernel exploding into popcorn). The film also touches on the hair-raising qualities of lightning and the aspirational goal of building an elevator to space. The museum continues its planetary exploration, this time to the stars, at the Rose Center for Earth and Space, where astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson’s brawny voice explains the Big Bang, black holes and cosmic expansion on an interstellar

journey through the Milky Way Galaxy and beyond in Dark Universe. The Hayden Planetarium’s fifth space show offers dynamic views of the cosmos, twinkling and swirling overhead. When you gaze out from the viewing platforms of the Empire State Building, Top of the Rock or another skyscraper (or are struggling to find your way amid the crowds of Times Square), New York City itself can seem like a small planet. Visitors can get even more personal with this massive city by getting a bird’s-eye view at the Panorama of the City of New York, the “jewel in the crown of the collection” at the Queens Museum (New York City Building, Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Queens, 718.592.9700). Originally created for the 1964 World’s Fair, the “world’s largest scale model” contained less than 1 percent of error in its depiction of every single street, park, landmark and 895,000 buildings constructed in the city’s five boroughs prior to 1992, the most recent year it was completely updated. The 10,000-square-foot, three-dimensional structure offers unrivaled detail and scope.

body mystique Like Earth and space, the body is truly mesmerizing, taking a central role at several NYC attractions. Some of the 200 specimens that comprise Body Worlds: Pulse have literally had their minds blown—and put on display—at

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Discovery Times Square (226 W. 44th St., 866.987.9692). throughout the entire bewildering performance. The multimedia exhibition showcases the organs, musOpen-minded visitors should catch Queen of the Night cles, veins and bodies—some stripped of skin and sculpt(Paramount Hotel, 235 W. 46th St., 212.706.7344), ed into graceful poses—of more than 1,100 deceased dowhich gives circus acts the salacious treatment. Dress nors through Plastination, a process of anatomical your best and show some skin at the Diamond Horsehoe preservation that replaces water and fat with plastics. nightclub, host of this sexy dinner party, where performYou may never look at your body the same way after seeers break the fourth wall by touching, caressing and even ing the flesh and blood of this exhibition. seducing visitors into secret rooms for some sensual fun. After learning what the body is made of, discover how grand spectacle it was made at the Museum of Sex (233 Fifth Ave., Not only does NYC have award-winning shows 212.689.6337), a space dedicated to the history, evoluand renowned collections of artistic artition and culture surrounding sexuality. The engaging facts, it also hosts a near constant (and possibly blush-inducing) exhibitions on porn selection of experimental perforstars, adult toys, erotic art and even the sex lives of mances and indie exhibitions. animals present an alluring take on an aspect of Discovery Times Square’s Art of our species that binds us all together in one the Brick showcases the strikway or another. Don’t miss the rhinestoneing sculptures of Nathan encrusted sex garb on display in windows Sawaya, an artist who quit visible from the street! his job as an attorney to The human body can do some pretty take his childhood obsesamazing things. Cirque du Soleil has long sion to the next level. inspired awe with its performers' death-deUsing tens of thousands fying feats. The company's newest producof mini bricks, he builds Lego vertion, Varekai, opening Jul. 30 at Barsions of masterpieces, including clays Center (620 Atlantic Ave., Vincent van Gogh’s “Starry Brooklyn, 917.618.6700), brings Night,” along with original together Georgian dancers, acworks that explore what it robats twirling on canes, means to be human. Who juggling virtuosos and knew tiny blocks could hold so aerialists in an othermuch meaning? worldy setting. If VaAnother installation flaunts rekai is anything tantalizing art that harnesses like Cirque’s recent an unlikely medium: light. show, Amaluna, The Holocenter's summer your jaw will reMuscles make up "The residence on Governors Ismain dropped Rearing Horse With Rider"

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Photos: horse, gunther von hagens body worlds; gecko, © national geographic 2013; sleep no more, © thomas kaine

Even a whisper can be heard at Grand Central Terminal.

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land (House 4B, Nolan Park, holocenter.org) displays eyepopping holograms (three-dimensional images made with lasers) that are mystifying. The upstairs gallery rotates projected works every weekend, while the main space hosts 3-D photography and holographic pieces, such as one from Ray Park's Coexistence series featuring a cylindrical hologram of a ghostly banana rising from a real peel. With majestic Beaux Arts aesthetics, Grand Central Terminal (87 E. 42nd St., 212.340.2583) is, arguably, one of NYC's most mind-blowing structures. But what makes the century-old transportation hub really intriguing are the secrets within, particularly the Whispering Gallery (between the Main Concourse and Vanderbilt Hall). No one knows if the acoustical chamber was intended to carry sound across its 2,000 square feet, but the effect amuses the ears of countless visitors. New York’s theater scene enchants beyond Broadway with other spectacular shows. The Blue Man Group rocks the Astor Place Theatre (434 Lafayette St., 212.254.4371) with a visually stunning, comedic show that's full of interactive surprises. And while some productions are all about the performers, the environment stars in others, such as Sleep No More (530 W. 27th St., 866.811.4111), a choose-yourown-adventure in which guests wander through a 100,000square-foot luxury hotel, eavesdropping on characters. Similarly, postmodern theater producer Fuerza Bruta has kicked off its newest show Wayra at the Daryl Roth Theatre (101 E. 15th St., 212.375.1110). The audience becomes part of this unconventional performance, with its fast-paced music, aerial displays and absolutely no seating. So … is your mind blown yet?

Mysteries of the Unseen World explains how geckos can climb up glass.

Choose your own adventure at Sleep No More.

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Splendid as it is, summer in the city can also

be oppressively sticky. Fortunately, keeping cool is

easy when you know how to plan. Here, our top picks for remaining refreshed on even the hottest days. By jackie cooperman

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Facing page: Ice-skating at Chelsea Piers provides refreshing relief from a glaring sun. This page: A treatment at the Shibui Spa in The Greenwich Hotel includes use of its luxe indoor pool.

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For more than 150 years, New Yorkers have sought refuge in Central Park’s leafy 843 acres. When the temperature climbs, you can find respite—and an edifying glimpse of the natural world—at the Central Park Zoo’s Polar Circle (64th St. & Fifth Ave., 212.439.6500). Every day at 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m., the gentoos, chinstraps and king penguins devour fish and wow the crowds before waddling coolly away to relax. After watching the penguins, get a dose of la dolce vita at Sant Ambroeus (1000 Madison Ave., 212.570.2211). The Upper East Side outpost of the downtown Milanese café, Sant Ambroeus sells authentic Italian gelato, as well as a shakerato— espresso shaken with ice and sugar—and affogatti, scoops of vanilla gelato “drowning” in espresso. You can order flavors like pistachio, hazelnut and pear sorbet to go, but if you stay, you can also order more complex treats, like the taglio al limone (lemon sorbet doused with prosecco). If you don’t want to sacrifice cultural outings to hot weather, you can find cool serenity at the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s The Cloisters (99 Margaret Corbin Dr., 212.923.3700). Set in an air-conditioned stone building, surrounded by breezy gardens, The Cloisters showcases the art and architecture of medieval Europe in a peaceful and quiet setting, and offers daily garden tours, frequent family workshops and concerts. IN New YORK | july 2014 | innewyork.com

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The Plaza Hotel’s gourmet food hall provides another haven of cool, especially in the sweet confines of YoArt (1 W. 59th St., 212.832.0317), which specializes in frozen novelties: The shop sells a dozen yogurt flavors daily, including Eloise’s Strawberry. On hand are more than 90 toppings, from the virtuous (fresh organic fruit and pomegranate seeds) to the less so (hot fudge and chocolate-covered blueberries). For another delicious frozen-yogurt spot, visit Culture (60 W. 8th St, 646.823.9715), run by a pastry chef formerly of Bouchon Bakery. Culture makes more than 100 flavors, and the summer selection includes triple berry pie, watermelon cilantro and white peach. Finally, if you're a regular visitor to New York, you may want to invest in being a member of the Patron’s Club at The Surrey Hotel (20 E. 76th St., 212.288.3700). For an annual fee of $1,000 ($500 goes to the Humane Society), guests receive a variety of benefits, including use of the private 17th-floor garden. Catch a breeze—and a view—and enjoy refreshing cocktails, such as a muddled lemonade.

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Farm-to-table guru Ron Silver is resurrecting the iconic American soda fountain at Bubby’s High Line (71 Gansevoort St., 212.206.6200), his new restaurant near the popular High Line park. The soda fountain offers 18 syrups, six ice-cream flavors and 18 toppings. Everything is made in-house, using primarily local ingredients. This is the place for an authentic egg cream, a currant sour soda with a bracing vinegar kick or a classic root beer float. The menu lists more than a dozen appealing sundae options, but Silver and his staff encourage diners to invent their own combinations, all of which are cold, decadent and delicious.

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Combat the summer wilt with a frozen facial and a swim at The Peninsula Spa (700 Fifth Ave., 212.903.3910). The spa’s 90-minute, $350 CRYO 3R facial uses Biologique Recherche’s cool masks and serums with a microcurrent machine intended to calm and tighten the skin. Visitors buying two hours or more of spa treatments (easily done by adding on a manicure or a salt scrub) can spend the rest of the day cooling off at the pool. Go from cool to frozen at Minus 5° Ice Bar (1335 Sixth Ave., 212.757.4610), a 1000-square-foot cocktail bar made entirely of ice. An LED light show runs continuously, highlighting the glinting walls, sculptures, chandeliers and glasses—all fashioned from ice—and guests are issued gloves and parkas upon arrival. (For an extra fee, you can upgrade to a faux fur coat). In many suburbs, malls provide a reliable blast of air conditioning on hot days. You can benefit from the same at the Time Warner Center’s Shops at Columbus Circle (10 Columbus Cir., 212.823.6300). After retail therapy, find refreshment at Chef Michael Lomonaco’s Center Bar (212.823.9482), where the chef serves icy cold Moët Champagne cocktails, like the strawberry coup.

Photos: surrey roof garden, courtesy the surrey hotel; king penguins at central park zoo, julie larsen maher/©wildlife conservation society

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Waddle with the penguins at the Central Park Zoo Polar Circle.

Ice, ice baby: The Minus 5° Ice Bar keeps you drinking in the big chill with everything ice.

Photos: sant Ambroeus gelato, michael piazza; minus 5° ice bar, courtesy minus 5° ice bar

Photos: surrey roof garden, courtesy the surrey hotel; king penguins at central park zoo, julie larsen maher/©wildlife conservation society

For a refreshing pick-me-up, try a cup of mixed-flavor gelato from Sant Ambroeus.

Tribeca’s Shibui Spa (377 Greenwich St., 646.203.0045), nestled in the basement of the Greenwich Hotel, is one of the city’s best-kept beauty secrets. A haven of Japanese minimalism and discretion, Shibui has a gorgeous indoor pool and a special summer body treatment: a refreshing full-body polish of orange flower, papaya, sugar and salt, followed by a cucumber and aloe vera cooling mask, a rain shower and a massage. Nothing’s cooler than hitting the skating rink in summer, and the Sky Rink at Chelsea Piers (Pier 61, W. 23rd St. & Hudson River Park, 212.336.6100) offers respite from the city’s humidity. Enjoy views of the Hudson River, pop music and skating lessons all at the same time. Families with young children should check out Battery Park City’s Nelson A. Rockefeller Park (River Terrace & Warren St., 212.267.9700) and Teardrop Park (Warren St., at Murray St., 212.417.2000) for serious climbing and refreshing water play options, including rock boulders and dramatic slides. For artisanal refreshments and a view of the New York Harbor, head to The Conrad New York’s Loopy Doopy Rooftop Bar (102 North End Ave., 212.945.0100). The bar’s new collaboration with frozen dessert brand People’s Pops has yielded cocktails that combine prosecco and other spirits with ice pops. When the sun goes down, enjoy the Hudson River breezes on Classic Harbor Line’s City Lights Cruise (Pier 62, at W. 22nd St., 212.627.1825). The 105-foot schooner gets quite close to the Statue of Liberty, and the cruise includes chilled Champagne, beer, wine and soft drinks. It’s the perfect cool way to end a hot New York summer day. IN New YORK | july 2014 | innewyork.com

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NYC’s hidden gem, A Second Chance Resale, is a family-owned and operated luxury resale boutique with 20 years of experience in luxury goods. They have an unparalleled selection of new and pre-owned Chanel, Hermès and Louis Vuitton handbags and accessories. Other brands include Prada, YSL and Christian Louboutin. Buy, sell or consign with them because everyone deserves A Second Chance! 1109 Lexington Ave., 2nd fl., btw E. 77th & E. 78th sts., 212-744-6041; 155 Prince St., at W. Broadway, 212-673-6155, asecondchanceresale.com

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If you want to experience the best of New York, a Circle Line Sightseeing Cruise is for you. Whether it’s seeing the skyline from a new perspective or capturing a landmark photo, Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises will help you make that memory. Circle Line has hosted more than 60 million guests since 1945 and is considered “America’s Favorite Boat Ride.� Pier 83 W. 42nd St., 212-563-3200, circleline42.com

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BEAUTIFUL tells the inspiring true story of Carole King’s remarkable rise to stardom, from songwriter to one of the most successful solo acts in popular music history. Along the way, she made more than beautiful music, she wrote the soundtrack to a generation. Stephen Sondheim Theatre, 124 W. 43rd St., btw Sixth & Seventh aves., 212-239-6200, beautifulonbroadway.com

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@=19G ROCKY is the new Broadway knockout that critics are calling, “A Theatrical Game Changer� (Vogue). Both an adrenaline-infused spectacle and a surprising tale of blossoming romance between two lonely outsiders, ROCKY is brought to extraordinary life by a five-time Tony AwardŽ-winning creative team, including director Alex Timbers (Peter and the Starcatcher), songwriting team Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty (Ragtime) and book writers Thomas Meehan (The Producers) and Sylvester Stallone, screenwriter of the OscarŽ-winning Best Picture. Winter Garden Theatre, 1634 Broadway, btw W. 50th & W. 51st sts., 212.239.6200, RockyBroadway.com

B]^ ]T BVS @]QY• =PaS`dObW]\ 2SQY Soar 70 floors high and experience three viewing decks and the exhilarating joy of unobstructed 360-degree city views from Top of the Rock at Rockefeller CenterŽ. From the sweeping green of Central Park to the thrilling city skyline, nowhere else can you see New York so spectacularly. The attraction is open daily from 8 a.m. to midnight; last elevator goes up at 11 p.m. 30 Rockefeller Plaza, entrance on 50th St. btw Fifth & Sixth aves., 212.698.2000, www.topoftherocknyc.com

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Kathleen A. Nugent-Harris Concierge Loews Regency Hotel 540 Park Ave. 212.759.4100

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With warm days and temperate nights, July is the perfect time to explore New York City. Check out Harlem’s eateries and clubs; take a ride on the Staten Island Ferry and catch a summer breeze. Kathleen A. Nugent-Harris, concierge at Loews Regency Hotel, shares her recommendations on how to do up summer in the city. What have guests been asking about the most lately? Visitors to the city often inquire about what they can do once they have visited the well-known, “must-see” attractions. What a lot of visitors and New Yorkers alike do not know is that there are many activities that are free to the public. The Harlem Meer—located in northern Central Park and comprised of 11 acres of water, surrounded by lush vegetation, walking paths and the Lasker Rink and Pool—is a fabulous spot to spend an afternoon with family or friends. Pack a picnic, borrow a fishing pole and participate in the

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The 25-minute trip is well worth it; you can see the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, New York Harbor and the skyline of Lower Manhattan. Taking a Levys’ Unique New York! tour is a great way to learn about different neighborhoods, art, architecture and history of the city. I took a graffiti and street-art tour that was fascinating. The Brooklyn Flea operates every Saturday, April through November, in Fort Greene. It is fun just meandering through the vendors to find vintage clothing and jewelry, browse through boxes of vinyl records, or perhaps find some treasure to repurpose for that special spot in your home. And when you are hungry and your feet are tired, head to one of the many food vendors to try steamed pork buns, tacos or ribs.

What’s your favorite neighborhood and why? Any favorite restaurants, shops, etc.? Harlem is on the move! Brownstones catch-and-release program that were previously or just enjoy the serenity abandoned have been of the area. The pool, renovated and once which is free to use, shuttered buildings is the perfect place have evolved to cool off on a hot into vibrant new summer day. Another restaurants that great way to enjoy attract a young the splendor of the crowd. Chef Marcus Mac ‘n’ cheese and greens city is to rent a bike at at Red Rooster Harlem Samuelsson’s Red Bike and Roll’s Central Rooster Harlem is always Park location. You can enjoy hopping and serves Southernthe beauty of Central Park, bike across accented American cuisine. You can the Brooklyn Bridge, follow the scenic hear live music in Ginny’s Supper bike path that runs along the Hudson Club downstairs. Also bustling is River, choose a combination bike and Corner Social. Some newcomers to boat tour or just venture out on the neighborhood worth a try are the your own and peddle to your French restaurant Chéri and the modern heart’s content. speakeasy La Bodega 47 Social Club. Most travelers will pay a visit to the Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, etc. But what are the top three off-the-beaten-path locations or attractions visitors should check out? Take a ride on the Staten Island Ferry and take in extraordinary sights for free.

What are some great activities to do in July? In addition to Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks, which light up the East River this year, there are a lot of outdoor activities—many of which are free throughout the summer, including Central Park’s Shakespeare in the Park series and the HBO Bryant Park Summer Film Festival. innewyork.com | july 2014 | IN New YORK

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shops & services

for insiders’ picks, go to innewyork.com/editorsblog

Written by Joni Sweet Edited by Lois Levine

The letters/numbers at the end of each listing are NYC Map coordinates (pp. 80-82)

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Recent Openings 1 Jonathan Adler toasts California sparkling winemaker Domaine Chandon’s limited-edition bottle with a matching nautical-themed tray in red, white and blue. | Jonathan Adler, p. 36

2 Fragrance guru Kilian Hennessy launches a capsule collection of perfumed jewelry, including these necklaces for women, that contains hidden ceramic discs infused with any of his 29 aromas. Men can shop scented leather bracelets. | Kilian, p. 36 3 Alternative delivers its sustainable principles and innovative designs to its new storefront in SoHo, which carries casual apparel, including this floral-printed polo, for both men and women. | Alternative, this page

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AlternativeC0L4589 281 Lafayette St., btw Prince & Jersey sts., 212.226.8210, alternativeapparel.com. The sustainable lifestyle brand makes its NYC debut with a SoHo boutique that stocks apparel for men and women, including activewear, maxi dresses, bohemian-style bags and hoodies. F19 AYR GuideshopC0L45893 45 W. 25th St., 4th fl., btw Broadway & Sixth Ave, ayr.com. By opening up its headquarters to shoppers, this e-retailer removes the guesswork from shopping online by allowing women to meet with fit specialists who offer styling advice on denim, jackets, tees and other apparel, which are delivered within two days of purchase. By appointment only. G16

Elaine TurnerC0L4531 1091 Madison Ave., btw E. 82nd & E. 83rd sts., 212.535.8630, elaineturner.com. This Texas native designs accessories, such as cork smartphone pouches, wrap bracelets, miniwallets and raffia hats, a collection of luxury handbags and footwear in neutral colors for her Upper East Side boutique. F9 Filson NYCC0L456 40 Great Jones St., btw Bowery & Lafayette St., 212.457.3121, filson.com. The East Coast outpost of the Seattle-based outdoor apparel brand offers sturdy backpacks, checked shirts, jackets and garments tough enough for city slickers or nature lovers. F19 Julien Farel Restore Salon & SpaC0L4951 540 Park Ave., at E. 61st St., 212.888.8988, julienfarel.com.

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LetarteC0L4896 1118 Madison Ave., at E. 83rd St., 646.429.9875, letarteswimwear.com. This Maui-based label brings its bohemian-inspired beachwear, including teeny bikinis, one-piece swimsuits, crocheted coverups and embroidered tunics, to its new Upper East Side store. F9

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NARS BoutiqueC0L7395 971 Madison Ave., at E. 76th & E. 77th sts., 212.861.2945; and two other NYC locations, narscosmetics.com. The cosmetics company’s new Madison Ave. boutique carries the complete line of bold, high-quality makeup in a sleek space with stark white walls and accents in the same shade as the brand’s iconic Jungle Red lipstick. F10 Riccardo MaggioreC0L495 226 Fifth Ave., btw W. 26th & W. 27th sts., 212.448.0600; and one other NYC location, riccardomaggiore.com. This Italian stylist, known for offering his clients styles that complement their lifestyles, aims to bring upscale service to the ground level at his chic salon, which offers cuts, trims, highlights and other hair treatments. G16

Accessories, Luggage & Shoes Altman LuggageC0L5146 135 Orchard St., btw Delancey & Rivington sts., 212.254.7275, altmanluggage.com. A large selection of brand-name baggage, including Tumi and Samsonite, plus watches, writing instruments and small leather goods. D20 BerlutiC0L3281 677 Madison Ave., btw E. 61st & E. 62nd sts., 212.439.6400, berluti.com. A wide variety of footwear for men, including ready-to-wear and made-to-order shoes and boots that are rubbed with essential oils for hours to produce rich, elegant colors. F12

2 2 Celebrity hairstylist Julien Farel has developed a new “Power Beauty Menu,” which includes under-60-minute treatments for hair, nails and body, at his 10,000-square-foot, full-service salon and spa. The location also offers a separate floor dedicated to the exclusive grooming needs of men. F12

Kara Ross New YorkC0L4531 655 Madison Ave., at E. 60th St., 212.755.8100, kararossny.com. Souvenir gemstones from a childhood trip to Africa sparked Kara Ross’ interest in jewelry, which has since resulted in a large selection of mosaic pendants, monogrammed cuffs, geometric rings and other fine jewelry, along with day bags, clutches and purses, at her recently opened boutique. F12

CitiShoesC0L17945 445 Park Ave., btw E. 56th & E. 57th sts., 212.751.3200, citishoes.com. Casual and dress shoes for men from such brands as Alden, Cole Haan, Mephisto and Rockport. F13 ClarksC0L73951 363 Madison Ave., at E. 45th St., 212.949.9545; and one other NYC location, clarksusa.com. Styles from the British shoemaker include boots, sandals and loafers. F14 Frye Company, TheC0L514 113 Spring St., btw Mercer & Greene sts., 212.226.3793, thefryecompany .com. Vintage-inspired footwear, such as the heritage brand’s iconic chunky boot, as well as handbags and accessories, are available at this flagship. F20 Goorin Bros.C0L41837 337 Bleecker St., btw Christopher & W. 10th sts., 212.256.1895; and two other NYC locations, goorin.com. The San Francisco-based, family-owned millinery creates classic hat styles in rich fabrics with bold details for men, women and children. H18

MephistoC0L5189 1089 Madison Ave., at E 82nd St., 646.422.1000, en.mephisto.com. This French shoe label offers comfortable footwear for men and women from its multiple collections, such as Mephisto, Allrounder by Mephisto, Mobils by Mephisto and Sano by Mephisto. F10 Porsche Design C0L712624 Madison Ave., at E. 59th St., 212.308.1786; 465 W. Broadway, btw Prince & W. Houston sts., 212.475.0747, porsche-design .com. The sturdy yet sleek collection of products includes stylish apparel for men and women, durable luggage, high-tech phones and sporty timepieces. F12, G19 Shoe ParlorC0L7241 851 Seventh Ave., btw W. 54th & W. 55th sts., 212.842.0574, shoeparlor.com. Men and women find a variety of footwear styles, including Hunter and UGG boots, Clarks Wallabees, Jeffrey Campbell clogs, Skechers running shoes, Converse sneakers and the Vibram FiveFingers collection. H13 Space Cowboy Boots 234 Mulberry St., btw Spring & Prince sts., 646.559.4779, spacecowboy boots.com. As a pioneer of Western-style fashion and custom designs, this boutique boasts handmade boots, hats, belts, buckles, bolo ties and T-shirts for the traditional and nontraditional cowgirl or cowboy. E19 Stuart WeitzmanC0L14956 625 Madison Ave., btw E. 58th & E. 59th sts., 212.750.2555; and four other NYC locations, stuartweitzman.com. This native New York designer produces innovative shoes and handbags. F13 Tender ButtonsC0L6394 143 E. 62nd St., at Lexington Ave., 212.758.7004, tenderbuttons-nyc.com. This museumlike shop is filled with an array of old and new fasteners for men and women, including European couturier and blazer buttons. I12 Ultimate SpectacleC0L52713 789 Lexington Ave., btw E. 61st & E. 62nd sts., 212.792.8123, ultimatespec tacle.com. An Upper East Side luxury boutique that offers quality, comprehensive eye care, along with exclusive collections by Thom Browne, Anne et Valentin and Céline. E12 United NudeC0L9653 25 Bond St., btw Bowery & Lafayette St., 212.420.6000, unitednude.com. Galahad Clark and Rem D Koolhaas’ architectureinspired and futuristic footwear for men and women is available in such bright hues as neon green and turquoise. E19 Visionary OpticsC0L4562 123A Seventh Ave., btw W. 17th & W. 18th sts., 212.627.4488; and one other NYC location, visionaryoptics.com. This vision store offers comprehensive ocular exams along with optical lenses, frames and sunglasses from brands such as Leisure Society, Barton Perreira, Mykita and Masunaga. H17

Apparel: Men, Women & Children AlbertineC0L951 13 Christopher St., at Gay St., 212.924.8515, albertine.co. Designer Kyung Lee aims to create a home for small, independent brands to showcase their feminine apparel, innewyork.com | july 2014 | IN New YORK

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Kenig + AlconeC0L45731 538 Sixth Ave., btw W. 14th & W. 15th sts., 917.261.2640, kenigalcone.com. The founder of the famed Ricky’s stores teams up with family-owned cosmetics company Alcone for a new venture that offers products from brands such as OCC, Fekkai and Kreat Lashes in a space that also contains a salon. H17

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shops & services jewelry and gifts alongside her in-house line of garments. G18

AnthropologieC0L41392 1230 Third Ave., at E. 71st St., 212.288.1940; and five other NYC locations, anthropologie.com. Refined bohemian apparel, accessories, undergarments and jewelry for women, plus fanciful home décor items and eclectic beauty products, at this multifloor locale, a former cinema. E11 Brunello CucinelliC0L5193 683 Madison Ave., btw E. 61st & E. 62nd sts., 212.813.0900; and one other NYC location, brunellocucinelli.com. This Italian designer offers cashmere pieces and finely crafted apparel fit for warm destinations, as well as footwear and accessories. F12 BurberryC0L54318 9 E. 57th St., btw Madison & Fifth aves., 212.407.7100; and six other NYC locations, us.burberry.com. The British boutique carries classic trenches and garments in the traditional tan plaid, as well as bright, colorful clothing and stylish accessories for men, women and kids. It also offers perfume, children’s strollers, cashmere sweaters for canines, glassware and items for the home. G13

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IntermixC0L68391 1003 Madison Ave., btw E. 77th & E. 78th sts., 212.249.7858; and seven other NYC locations, intermixonline.com. Trendy fashions from such designers, jewelers and shoemakers as Helmut Lang, Mulberry, Brian Atwood, Yigal Azrouël, Stella McCartney and Missoni are available at this shop. F10 Jodamo InternationalC0L3287 321 Grand St., at Orchard St., 212.219.1039, jodamointernational .com. This men’s haberdasher carries suits, coats and slacks, plus sportswear and leather goods from designer labels, including Brioni, Hugo Boss, Missoni, Valentino and Versace. C20 John VarvatosC0L784 765 Madison Ave., btw E. 65th & E. 66th sts. 212.760.2414; and two other NYC locations, johnvarvatos.com. Luxurious but sporty apparel, plus accessories, shoes and cologne for men. F11 Kate Spade SaturdayC0L4796 152 Spring St., btw Wooster St. & W. Broadway, 212.431.3123, saturday.com. Kate Spade takes her line of carefree clothing, eye-catching bags, bold accessories and travel gear for women to a SoHo storefront. G20

Calypso St. Barth C0L41629 95 00 Madison Ave., btw E. 72nd & E. 73rd sts., 212.535.4100; and five other NYC locations, calypsostbarth.com. An eclectic mix of elegant, beach-friendly women’s clothing, accessories, fragrance and home goods. F11

Louis VuittonC0L57931 1 E. 57th St., at Fifth Ave., 212.758.8877; and one other NYC location, louisvuitton.com. Luxurious leather travel pieces and handbags, plus a ready-to-wear women’s collection, jewelry and other accessories. G13

Cockpit USAC0L3285 15 W. 39th St., 12th fl., btw Fifth & Sixth aves., 212.575.1616, cockpitusa.com. Classic American contemporary and replica clothing for men, women and children inspired by military garb of all eras—including leather flight jackets made in the USA—available at the line’s showroom. By appointment only. G14

Maison KitsunéC0L52134 NoMad Hotel, 1170 Broadway, at W. 28th St., 212.481.6010, kitsune.fr. Making its NYC debut, the French fashion-and-music label features its ready-to-wear collection for men and women, as well as leather accessories from Want Les Essentiels de la Vie and skincare products from Aesop. G16

CondorC0L4596 259 Elizabeth St., btw E. Houston & Prince sts., 212.966.4280, shopcondor.com. This NoLIta shop carries apparel, footwear, jewelry and gifts by designers such as The2Bandits, RVCA, Tome and Vivienne Westwood. E20

Nanette LeporeC0L962 423 Broome St., btw Lafayette & Crosby sts., 212.219.8265; and one other NYC location, nanettelepore.com. Glamorous, yet romantic, creations include dresses, seasonal jackets, colorful handbags and suits. E20

DesigualC0L95382 594 Broadway, btw Prince & Houston sts., 212.343.8206; and three other NYC locations, desigual.com. The Barcelona-based retailer stocks apparel and accessories for men and women with patchwork prints, neon colors and psychedelic patterns. F19

ODIN New YorkC0L1758 199 Lafayette St., btw Broome & Kenmare sts., 212.966.0026; and two other NYC locations, odinnewyork.com. Hip menswear labels offered here include Thom Browne, Julien David, Robert Geller, Alex Mill, Rag & Bone, Edward and Nice Collective. E20

Eileen FisherC0L4895 166 Fifth Ave., btw W. 21st & W. 22nd sts., 212.924.4777; and five other NYC locations, eileenfisher.com. Design-driven garments, including wrap pants, cashmere cardigans, silk skirts and fitted vests, for women who seek comfortable, fashionable styles. G17

OSKAC0L496 311 Columbus Ave., btw W. 74th and W. 75th sts., 212.799.3757, oska-newyork.com. The first U.S. retail store of this Munich-based brand of sophisticated women’s clothing puts an emphasis on excellent customer service. I10

FigueC0L495 268 Elizabeth St., at E. Houston St., 212.380.7970, figue.com. The first NYC storefront of luxury fashion and lifestyle brand Figue boasts an array of ready-to-wear clothes, purses, leather goods and accessories with a bohemian, exploration-inspired feel. E20

PradaC0L961 575 Broadway, at Prince St., 212.334.8888; and three other NYC locations, prada.com. Shoppers find chic, colorful clothing and high-end accessories for men and women from the famous Italian fashion house, in an equally famous, flagship store designed by Rem D Koolhaas. F19

Galerie Saint GilC0L4815 60 W. 50th St., btw Fifth & Sixth aves., 212.664.9700; 541 Lexington Ave., at E. 50th St., 212.486.0001, saintgil.com. Stylish apparel, such as blouses and dresses, plus handbags and accessories for the modern, sophisticated woman. G13, E13

ScoopC0L476 473-475 Broadway, btw Grand & Broome sts., 212.925.3539; and two other NYC locations, scoopnyc.com. Men and women shop for jeans, tops and more at this store, which brings all its designer labels—Zac Posen, Alice & Olivia and more—under one roof. F20

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Scotch & SodaC0L7961 273 Lafayette St., at Prince St., 212.966.3300, scotch-soda.com. Edgy fashions for men and women include velvet blazers with brocade collars, leather bomber jackets, plaid button-ups and belted coats. E19

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Todd & DuncanC0L4531 766 Madison Ave., btw E. 65th & E. 66th sts., 212.920.5140; and one other NYC location, todd-duncan.com. The Scottish cashmere firm produces sweaterdresses, skirts, blazers and other women’s clothing in modern designs, soft colors and smart patterns. F11 UniqloC0L6913 546 Broadway, btw Spring & Prince sts., 877.486.4756; and four other NYC locations, uniqlo.com. Chic, casual basics in bold and vibrant hues and prints, including T-shirts, jeans, coats, sweaters, pajamas and accessories by the Japanese brand. Free, same-day alterations are also available. G12

Beauty & Personal Care Bond No. 9 New YorkC0L58429 9 Bond St., btw Lafayette St. & Broadway, 212.228.1732; and three other NYC locations, bondno9.com. An extravagant perfume house, where more than 40 scents are named after NYC’s neighborhoods (Chinatown, Little Italy), thoroughfares (Park Avenue, Wall Street), public greens (Bryant Park, Madison Square Park, Union Square) and more. E19 BoutiqueBody+ C0L4897 833 Lexington Ave., Ste. 2, btw E. 63rd & E. 64th sts., 646.964.5058, boutique bodyplus.com. This Upper East Side space offers familiar services, including injectables, laser treatment, eyelash extensions and colonics, along with cutting-edge cosmetic procedures such as Lipodissolve and the signature BB+Liquid Plasma-lift. It also takes a holistic approach to beauty though reflexology, acupuncture and Chinese medicine. E12 Dr. Jan Linhart, D.D.S., P.C.C0L58731 230 Park Ave., Ste. 1164, at E. 46th St., 212.682.5180, drlinhart .com. An official dentist of the Miss Universe Organization and winner of the 2010 Concierge Choice Award for Emergency Services, Dr. Linhart specializes in cosmetic and restorative procedures and offers his own Pearlinbrite™ laser tooth whitening. Patients can receive treatments in the Continental Room, a luxurious private suite. Dr. Linhart’s son, Zachary, has joined his father’s practice with training in general, cosmetic and restorative dentistry. F14 Dr. Olga Malkin, D.M.D., P.C.C0L415 23 Warren St., Ste. 10, btw Broadway & Church St., 212.355.4510, drolgamalkin.com. Dr. Malkin is a prosthodontist who provides comprehensive restorative and implant treatments in a relaxing environment. Her practice specializes in the treatment of complicated cases and aesthetic dentistry. F22 êShaveC0L7941 1025 Third Ave., at E. 61st St., 212.838.1515; 30 Rockefeller Center, W. 49th St., btw Fifth & Sixth aves., 212.582.8228, eshave .com. Devoted to smooth skin and a close shave, this men’s groomer stocks many products and accessories, from luxury razors to the signature Lavender Collection of pre-shave oil and cream; barber services are also available. E12, G13 John Masters OrganicsC0L582 77 Sullivan St., btw Broome & Spring sts., 212.343.9590, johnmasters

Dr. Jan Linhart has been practicing the art and science of dentistry for over 30 years in midtown Manhattan. With International patients coming into New York from around the world, many of whom are accompanied by an entourage of family or friends, Dr. Linhart was inspired to create the Continental Suite, a 750-square foot treatment suite outfitted with State-of-the-Art equipment, a luxurious seating area and other amenities within his spacious office. The office provides a wide range of dental services as well as 24-hour emergency service!

EXPERTISE IN: Veneers (2 days) PearlinbriteTM Laser Whitening t Implants t Crowns t Root Canals t Periodontics t Oral Medicine t 24-Hour Emergency Care t t

Russian, Arabic, German, Spanish, French, Czech, Hungarian spoken A VISIT TO DR. LINHART CAN CHANGE YOUR LIFE. “IT’S ONE-STOP DENTAL PERFECTION” - New York Magazine

DR. JAN LINHART, D.D.S., P.C. 230 Park Avenue at 46th St., Suite 1164 | 212.682.5180 | drlinhart.com innewyork.com | july 2014 | IN New YORK

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Kiehl’s 678 Ninth Ave., at W. 47th St., 212.956.2891; and six other NYC locations, kiehls .com. This chic apothecary has provided natural hair and skin-care products since it opened its flagship store in 1851. I14 KilianC0L458 804 Washington St., at Horatio St., 212.600.1298, bykilian.com. Kilian Hennessy, grandson of the founder of luxury goods group LVMH, showcases his high-end fragrances for men and women at his debut U.S. boutique. J18 New York Shaving Co., TheC0L6741 202B Elizabeth St., btw Spring & Prince sts., 212.334.9495, nyshavingcompany.com. Men recapture the traditional ritual of shaving with all-natural grooming products, including razors, oils and creams, and an old-fashioned barbershop atmosphere. E19 SephoraC0L6159 The Shops at Columbus Circle, 10 Columbus Circle, btw W. 58th & W. 60th sts., 212.823.9383; and 18 other NYC locations, sephora.com. The leading European beauty emporium carries a variety of makeup, skincare and fragrance lines. I12

Dept. Stores & Shopping Centers Barneys New YorkC0L32496 660 Madison Ave., btw E. 60th & E. 61st sts., 212.826.8900, barneys.com. Luxe couture for men and women from the world’s top designers, such as Marc Jacobs, Givenchy, Ogle and Fendi, plus shoes, accessories, cosmetics and housewares. F12 Bergdorf GoodmanC0L32749 754 Fifth Ave., btw 57th & 58th sts., 212.753.7300, bergdorfgoodman.com. Designer labels, accessories and cosmetics and the second-floor, 2,000-square-foot Chanel boutique, in a setting overlooking The Plaza Hotel and Pulitzer Fountain. G12

clothing for men, women and children, luggage, accessories and furniture. G15

Saks Fifth AvenueC0L362 611 Fifth Ave., btw 49th & 50th sts., 212.753.4000, saksfifthavenue.com. The landmark department store offers a mélange of top designer fashions, plus home décor items, handbags, shoes, jewelry, cosmetics and unique editions of designer fragrances by Burberry and Maison Martin Margiela. G13 Shops at Columbus Circle, TheC0L36 Time Warner Center, 10 Columbus Circle, btw W. 58th & W. 60th sts., 212.823.6300, theshopsatcolumbus circle.com. This high-end retail and dining complex features more than 40 stores, including Hugo Boss and Toytoise, along with the Restaurant and Bar Collection, a park-view atrium and art installations. I12 Shops at the Plaza, The The Plaza Hotel, 1 W. 58th St., Concourse Level, at Fifth Ave., 212.759.3000, theplaza.com/shops. In the landmark hotel, a collection of fashion boutiques, salons and jewelry stores that include The Eloise Shop, Douglas Hannant and Angelo Galasso. G12

Electronics, Music & Cameras B&H Photo, Video, Pro AudioC0L79468 420 Ninth Ave., at W. 34th St., 212.444.6615, bhphotovideo.com. One-stop shopping for the newest electronic technology, including cameras, camcorders, DVDs, film and tripods. I15 Camera LandC0L476 575 Lexington Ave., btw E. 51st & E. 52nd sts., 212.753.5128, cameralandny.com. Equipment and accessories are available at this photography emporium, which also offers repair services, photo scanning, film developing and restoration, and picture framing. E13 Park Avenue AudioC0L9682 440 Park Ave. So., btw E. 29th & E. 30th sts., 212.685.8101, parkavenue audio.com. In business for more than 40 years, this technology shop stocks merchandise by such brands as Arcam, Epson and Sharp. F16

Bloomingdale’sC0L3294 1000 Third Ave., at E. 59th St., 212.705.2000; 504 Broadway, btw Broome & Spring sts., 212.729.5900, bloomingdales.com. Couture and ready-to-wear fashions, gifts and accessories. Amenities include a coat check and personal shoppers. International Visitors’ Information: 212.705.2098. E12, F20

Stereo ExchangeC0L917 627 Broadway, btw Houston & Bleecker sts., 212.505.1111, stereoexchange .com. A block-long showroom displays hi-fi audio and home theater equipment and HD televisions, and also offers custom installation. F19

Century 21C0L31295 1972 Broadway, btw W. 66th & W. 67th sts., 212.518.2121; 22 Cortlandt St., btw Broadway & Church St., 212.227.9092; and two other NYC locations, c21stores.com. Shoppers can save up to 65 percent on designer apparel and accessories for men, women and children, as well as cosmetics, shoes and handbags. F22, I11

AlessiC0L7941 130 Greene St., btw Prince & Houston sts., 212.941.7300; and one other NYC location, alessi.com. Modern Italian-designed products for the home and the office, including kitchenware, accessories and more. F19

Henri BendelC0L356 712 Fifth Ave., btw 55th & 56th sts., 212.247.1100, henribendel.com. High-style accessories, cosmetics and novelties from this luxurious specialty store fill the signature brown-and-white striped shopping bags. G13 Macy’s Herald SquareC0L36 Broadway, at W. 34th St., 212.695.4400; Event information: 212.494.4495; Puppet Theatre (large groups): 212.494.1917, macys.com. The world’s largest department store is bursting with designer

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Fountain Pen HospitalC0L4 10 Warren St., btw Broadway & Church St., 212.964.0580, fountain penhospital.com. This showroom has expanded from its 1946 roots as a pen-repair shop to offer a selection of modern and vintage fountain pens, writing instruments, inks and accessories. F22 Jonathan AdlerC0L9421 53 Greene St., btw Grand & Broome sts., 212.941.8950; and three other NYC locations, jonathanadler.com. Sixties-mod furniture, pottery, pillows, lamps, frames and other home goods from the renowned potter turned interior-design icon.

The beloved candy-coated chocolates come in every color of the rainbow at M&M’s World New York, p. 37. Mary Arnold Toys keeps kids playing with more than 30,000 fun items, including dolls, games and books, p. 39. The magician capes, princess crowns and pirate garb at kidding around inspire imaginary fun for little ones, p. 39. Skidder into The Eloise Shop, a pink paradise filled with items and apparel related to the famous 8-year-old, at The Shops at the Plaza, this page. Real-life toy soldiers guide guests through FAO Schwarz, the 150-year-old megastore, on tours that begin at 9 a.m. and conclude with breakfast at the Dance-On Piano, p. 39. With rattles in NYC shapes like MetroCards and subway cars, Barneys New York is the place to go for souvenirs to remember baby’s first big city adventure, this page. Make an appointment at Cockpit USA to find your kids pint-size bomber jackets so they can look “cool” for school, p. 34. Wampum stocks graphic tees, hoodies and beanies that give young skateboarders a look their friends will envy, p. 39. Browse floors of literature for both kids and grown-ups at Strand Bookstore, which also carries lunchboxes and backpacks with fun animal prints, p. 39. Brooklyn jewelry store Catbird charms youngsters with kitten necklaces, boxes to hold their first tooth and tea party sets, p. 37. When parents finish shopping designer boutiques, such as Coach, at The Shops at Columbus Circle, they can reward their patient little ones with colorful blocks and puzzles from Toytoise, this page.

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.com. Luxurious organic products include clay-based, ammonia-, petroleum- and crueltyfree shampoos, conditioners and styling goods, created from all-natural botanics. G20

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Jung LeeC0L4379 25 W. 29th St., btw Fifth Ave. & Broadway, 212.257.5655, jungleeny.com. This expansive space offers all the necessary ingredients to throw a killer event, including exotic glassware, designer dishes and centerpieces. F16

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Just BulbsC0L438 220 E. 60th St., btw Second & Third aves., 212.888.5707, justbulbsnyc.com. Just as the name suggests, this store sells a selection of lightbulbs in various sizes, types, colors and shapes. E12 Lalique BoutiqueC0L6218 609 Madison Ave., btw E. 57th & E. 58th sts., 212.355.6550, lalique.com. This flagship location showcases the famed French firm’s crystal, jewelry, perfume, decorative pieces and tabletop items. F12 Maison 24C0L5143 470 Park Ave., at E. 58th St., 212.355.2414, maison24.com. Sibling duo Louis Marra and Allison Julius provide homes with decorative and furnishing items at their shop, including Lucite tables, neon light displays and a graffiti-covered pay phone booth. F12 M&M’s World New YorkC0L4791 1600 Broadway, btw W. 48th & W. 49th sts., 212.295.3850, mmsworld .com. T-shirts, drinkware, candy dispensers, plus special holiday selections are available at this M&M’s outpost. H13 MoMA Design StoreC0L7942 81 Spring St., at Crosby St., 646.613.1367; and two other NYC locations, momastore.org. Mini replicas of famous sculptures, sleek kitchenware, gadgets, midcentury-style furniture and books. F20 Niquea.DC0L468 678 Hudson St., at W. 14th St., 212.524.3298; and one other NYC location, niquead.com. From the regal antique furniture and light fixtures to the fragrant personal-care products and eclectic stationery, everything is for sale at this treasure chest of charming goods for the body and home. I17 Scully & ScullyC0L321 504 Park Ave., btw E. 59th & E. 60th sts., 800.223.3717, scullyandscully.com. Specializing in accessories and furnishings for the well-appointed home, from footstools and antique reproductions to china, crystal, silver and gifts. F12 Starbright Floral DesignC0L321 150 W. 28th St., Studio 201, btw Sixth & Seventh aves., 800.520.8999, starflor.com. Over 500 types of flora, including rare and unusual blossoms, as well as chocolates and gift baskets. Event-planning is a specialty. Shipping available. H16

Jewelry, Crystal & Silver Aaron BashaC0L95 685 Madison Ave., btw E. 61st & E. 62nd sts., 212.644.1970, aaronbasha.com. Famous for its baby shoe charms, as well as other bejeweled characters and items, this chic store also offers heirloom accessories, jewelry cases and other gifts. F12 CatbirdC0L416395 219 Bedford Ave., btw N. 4th & N. 5th sts., Williamsburg, Brooklyn, 718.599.3457, catbirdnyc.com. This quaint jewelry shop boasts rings from local designers such as Digby & Iona, Old Hollywood and Katrina LePenne, as well as gifts and personal-care products. innewyork.com | july 2014 | IN New YORK

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De BeersC0L7194 703 Fifth Ave., at 55th St., 212.906.0001, debeers.com. Known for its exquisite diamonds, this boutique features sparkling rings, pendants, earrings, bracelets, cuff links and watches. F13

Maurice Badler Fine JewelryC0L134 485 Park Ave., btw E. 58th & E. 59th sts., 800.622.3537, badler .com. New and exclusive competitively priced pieces from leading designers such as Robert Coin, Pandora, Di Massima and others. F12

Erica WeinerC0L476 173 Elizabeth St., btw Kenmare & Spring sts., 212.334.6383; and one other NYC location, ericaweiner.com. This NYC designer digs through 20th-century New England factory warehouses to find one-of-a-kind chains and charms for her collections of antique-style necklaces, earrings, rings and bracelets. E20

Satya JewelryC0L4523 Time Warner Center, 10 Columbus Circle, btw W. 58th & W. 60th sts., 212.797.0496, satyajewelry.com. A collection of jewelry featuring spiritual symbols and healing gemstones is showcased at Satya’s new flagship boutique, which was recently expanded from a kiosk. I12

FabergéC0L42571 694 Madison Ave., btw E. 62nd & E. 63rd sts., 646.559.8848, faberge.com. Under the creative direction of Katharina Flohr, this jewel-box boutique offers jewelry reminiscent of Imperial Russia in a setting that displays original sketches by the famed founder, Peter Carl Fabergé. F12

Wellington Hair SpaC0L4315 119 W. 23rd St., btw Sixth & Seventh aves., 212.206.7962, wellingtonhairspa .com. With over 20 years of experience, stylist Patrick Wellington offers precision cuts and trims, color and chemical services, intensive treatments and natural hair care styles, all geared toward an African-American clientele. H16

Global Gold & SilverC0L4258 7 W. 45th St., Ste. 1200, btw Fifth & Sixth aves., 800.680.9757, globalgold andsilver.com. A customer-service-oriented Midtown destination that purchases clients’ unwanted gold, silver and diamonds. G14

IppolitaC0L47 796 Madison Ave., at E. 67th St., 646.664.4240, ippolita.com. The high-end jewelry line has opened its first U.S. boutique, which also offers a debut collection of Italian handcrafted leather handbags, clutches and bracelets. F11 IWC SchaffhausenC0L4531 535 Madison Ave., at E. 54th St., 212.355.7271, iwc.com. This manufacturer, founded in 1868, offers an array of precise, robust watches for men, limited-edition tickers and a small selection of women’s timepieces at its NYC flagship boutique. F12

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Dr. nicholas perricone launches a line of anti-aging makeup that features ultra moisturizing lipstick and lash-strengthening mascara for a natural look. | sephora, p. 36

TourneauC0L341 510 Madison Ave., btw E. 52nd & E 53rd sts., 212.758.5830; 12 E. 57th St., btw Madison & Fifth aves., 212.758.7300, tourneau .com. The world’s largest authorized purveyor of fine timepieces offers more than 8,000-plus styles from international watchmakers. F13, F12

Central Park Astrology 30 Central Park So., Ste. 1A, btw Fifth & Sixth aves., 212.682.6765, centralparkastrology.com. This center for the mind and soul offers a myriad of spiritual readings, including tarot cards, crystal balls and tea leaves. G15

Wempe JewelersC0L3415 700 Fifth Ave., at 55th St., 212.397.9000, wempe.com. Fifth Avenue’s only official Rolex dealer also offers pieces from other prestigious brands, including Jaeger-LeCoultre, Patek Philippe and Baume & Mercier, plus a collection of jewelry that includes gold earrings, brilliant-cut diamond rings, silver charms, pearl necklaces, cameos and precious gems. G13

Commonwealth LimoC0L47162 866.770.1677, commonwealthlimo.com. Luxury chauffeured transportation throughout the NYC metro area offering a variety of vehicles, such as stretch limousines and executive vans that can seat up to 13 passengers.

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JLR JewelersC0L4563 1601 Third Ave., at E. 90th St., 212.360.7994. With more than 10 years of experience, this jeweler offers pieces from Officina Bernardi, Maya J and Silver Angel, along with handbags and jewelry repair services. E9

Graceful Services & Graceful SpaC0L3581 Graceful Spa, 205 W. 14th St., 2nd fl., btw Seventh & Eighth aves., 212.675.5145; Graceful Services, 1095 Second Ave., 2nd fl., btw E. 57th & E. 58th sts., 212.593.9904, gracefulservices.com. Traditional Chinese and Thai, plus prenatal massage, stretching, immunity boosting and circulation-stimulating treatments, body scrubs, facials are these spas’ specialty. H12, E13

Judith RipkaC0L45896 777 Madison Ave., at E. 66th St., 212.517.8200; and one other NYC location, judithripka.com. At award-winning designer Judith Ripka’s flagship boutique, shoppers can find 18-karat gold earrings, dainty multistone necklaces, wide silver cuffs and flashy rings. G11

Oasis Day SpaC0L8135 1 Park Ave., btw E. 32nd & E. 33rd sts., 212.254.7722, oasisdayspanyc.com. This spa offers traditional massage and facial treatments, as well more advanced services, such as active isolated stretching and a pomegranate peel. F15

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Carlton Hotel, TheC0L4165 88 Madison Ave., btw E. 28th & E. 29th sts., 212.532.4100, carltonhotelny .com. Designed by architect David Rockwell, the six well-lit meeting rooms and seven special event spaces at this Midtown hotel offer ideal settings for corporate affairs or festive occasions. The all-inclusive meeting package includes Wi-Fi, flip charts, meals and beverage service. F16

Suites at Silver Towers, TheC0L69518 606 W. 42nd St., btw 11th & 12th aves., 212.695.3400, silversuites residences.com. These furnished one-bedroom, two-bedroom and studio apartments—which come with valet and housekeeping services, a 24-hour concierge, swimming pool, fitness center, yoga studio and children’s play space— are available for short-term rentals. K14

Sports Apparel & Equipment Labor Skate ShopC0L428 46 Canal St., btw Ludlow & Orchard sts., 646.351.6792, laborskateshop.com. Skateboarder James Rewolinski offers a variety of deck brands, as well as wheels, board parts, hats, T-shirts and tote bags. C20 NBA StoreC0L3571 590 Fifth Ave., btw 47th & 48th sts., 212.515.6221, nba.com/nycstore. Team jerseys, basketballs, gifts and footwear fill this arena-style

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Hilary ParkC0L5176 94 S. 1st St., btw Berry & Wythe sts., Williamsburg, Brooklyn, 718.387.7076, hilarypark.com. Limited and one-of-a-kind jewelry designs by a former Wall Streeter are displayed within crimson-soaked walls, which spotlight the handcrafted silver and gold pieces adorned with precious and semiprecious gems. Custom design services are also available.

Ryan Darius SalonC0L45231 82 W. 12th St., btw Fifth & Sixth aves., 212.255.3579, ryandarius.com. Stylist Ryan Darius Nickulas and his staff offer personalized trims, cuts, coloring and blow outs, as well as makeup application, at his three-chair salon in the West Village. G18 Vu Hair New YorkC0L415 700 Fifth Ave., btw W. 54th & W. 55th sts., 212.903.3081, vuhair.com. Full-service hair salon specializing in cuts, coloring and chemical treatments. Makeup application, eyelash extensions and brow shaping are also available. F13

Fabrizio GiannoneC0L4589 1031 Lexington Ave., at E. 75th St., 212.628.2233, fabriziogiannone.com. Specializing in Brazilian gems and stones, this Italian designer showcases chunky cuffs, druzy earrings, tribal necklaces and other glistening wears at his Upper East Side boutique. E10

Harry WinstonC0L351 718 Fifth Ave., at 56th St., 800.988.4110, harrywinston.com. Regularly spotted on the wrists, ears and necks of celebrities, this jeweler’s pieces have attained an iconic status for their classic sophistication. G13

Patrick Melville Salon 45 Rockefeller Plz., 3rd fl., btw Fifth & Sixth aves., 212.218.8650, patrickmelvillesalon.com. Celebrity stylists Patrick Melville and Rick Wellman offer cuts, color and spa services, including an oatmeal and brown sugar pedicure, reflexology for the head and aromatherapy facial. G13

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Nike RunningC0L452 1131 Third Ave., btw E. 66th & E. 67th sts., 212.535.1530, nike.com. Dedicated to runners, the famous footwear company’s newest store features racing sneakers, athletic apparel and sporting accessories, along with custom services such as sports-bra fittings. E12 Toga Bike ShopC0L5183 110 West End Ave., at W. 65th St., 212.799.9625; and one other NYC location, togabikes.com. New York’s oldest and largest bike shop offers mountain, road, triathlon and hybrid bicycles, as well as an assortment of accessories and clothing. J12 WampumC0L416289 5 Cleveland Pl., btw Broome & Kenmare sts., 212.274.1544, wampumny.com. This Hamptons-based skate shop has opened its first Manhattan outpost with a solid selection of activewear brands, in addition to a signature collection of graphic T-shirts and skate decks. E20

Swimwear, Lingerie & Hosiery Agent ProvocateurC0L94368 133 Mercer St., btw Spring & Prince sts., 212.965.0229, agentprovacateur .com. A wide array of lingerie, including lace and embroidered bras, underwear and corsets. F20 Bra SmythC0L196 905 Madison Ave., btw E. 72nd & E. 73rd sts., 212.772.9400; and one other NYC location, brasmyth.com. This lingerie boutique offers personalized sizing and an array of European lingerie designers. D11 BradelisC0L52961 211 Elizabeth St., btw Spring & Prince sts., 212.941.5629; and two other NYC locations, bradelisny.com. This Japanese lingerie line has quickly acclimated to the fast-paced New York lifestyle, offering a three-step process to create custom-fit underwear and intimates, which redefine and sculpt the silhouette. E19 Everything But WaterC0L456 1060 Madison Ave., at E. 80th St., 212.249.4052, everythingbutwater .com. Fit specialists at this Upper East Side boutique help customers find the perfect size and style of swimwear from brands such as Mara Hoffman, Miraclesuit, ViX Swimwear and Eco Swim. A selection of resort wear, flip-flops, accessories, beauty products and sunscreen are also available. F10 IntimacyC0L4685 1252 Madison Ave., at E. 90th St., 212.860.8366; and two other NYC locations, myintimacy.com. The staff at this lingerie and swimwear store, which carries lacy garments from brands such as Marie Jo L’Aventure, Freya, PrimaDonna Twist, Cleo and Panache, is trained to help women find their perfect bra size during private fitting sessions. F8 La PerlaC0L328 425 W. 14th St., btw Eighth & Ninth aves., 212.242.6662; and two other NYC locations, laperla.com. Luxurious Italian lingerie, corsets, bathing suits, hosiery and fragrances from such designers as Vera Wang and Yumi Katsura are available at this boutique. I17

Toys & Books American Girl Place New YorkC0L3816 609 Fifth Ave., at 49th St., 877.247.5223, americangirl.com.

In addition to the popular historical and contemporary doll collection, there are accessories, matching doll-and-girl clothing, a complete line of books and fun programs. Personal shoppers available. G13

FAO SchwarzC0L5931 767 Fifth Ave., at 58th St., 212.644.9400, fao.com. Home of the famous Dance-On Piano, this toy emporium delights with stuffed animals, a second-floor LEGO section and numerous interactive areas, including The Muppet Whatnot workshop. G17

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sports emporium of National Basketball Association merchandise. G13

Idlewild BooksC0L3156 249 Warren St., btw Smith & Court sts., Cobble Hill, Brooklyn, 718.403.9600; and one other NYC location, idlewildbooks.com. This independent bookshop specializes in travel literature and guidebooks on destinations throughout the world. A24 kidding aroundC0L4862 60 W. 15th St., btw Fifth & Sixth aves., 212.645.6337; Grand Central Terminal, 42nd St. Passage, E. 42nd St., at Park Ave., 212.972.8697, kiddingaroundtoys.com. This independent, family-owned store specializes in toys and board games, costumes, clothes, gifts and party favors for children of all ages, selected from more than 600 brand-name distributors. Its newest location in Grand Central Terminal boasts a playful Victorian design, along with a mobile toy train traveling throughout the shop. F17, F14 Mary Arnold ToysC0L4915 1010 Lexington Ave., btw E. 72nd & E. 73rd sts., 212.744.8510, maryarnold toys.com. This old-fashioned toy store carries all the latest toys, as well as classic favorites, without the fuss and lines of big chain stores. E11 Strand BookstoreC0L574 828 Broadway, at E. 12th St., 212.473.1452, strandbooks.com. New, used, out-of-print and rare books are housed in this multitiered warehouse, which also hosts book signings and readings. E18

Vintage Apparel & Accessories A Second ChanceC0L6428 1109-1111 Lexington Ave., 2nd fl., btw E. 77th & E. 78th sts., 212.744.6041; 155 Prince St., at W. Broadway, 212.673.6155, asecondchanceresale.com. The upscale consignment shop carries gently used designer handbags, clothing, jewelry and accessories from such brands as Chanel, Hermès and Louis Vuitton, as well as clothing for femmes. E10, G19 Narnia0L7534 161 Rivington St., btw Clinton & Suffolk sts., 212.979.0661, narniavintage.com. This small vintage boutique is a treasure trove of apparel, boots, bags and jewelry from design stars of the last century, including Emilio Pucci, Yves Saint Laurent and Gucci. C19 New York VintageC0L196 117 W. 25th St., btw Sixth & Seventh aves., 212.647.1107, newyorkvintage .com. High-end designer vintage from such labels as Yves Saint Laurent and Chanel. H16 Tokio 7C0L4162 83 E. 7th St., btw First & Second aves., 212.353.8443, tokio7.net. Established in 1995, this consignment boutique stocks everything from classic vintage to funky designs, by both high-end labels, such as Prada and Yohji Yamamoto, and up-and-coming East Village designers. D18 8FTU UI 4USFFU t 4UVEJP t XXX TUBSGMPS DPN innewyork.com | july 2014 | IN New YORK

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Written by William Frierson IV Edited by Francis Lewis

The letters/numbers at the end of each listing are NYC Map coordinates (pp. 80-82).

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Antiques Stores & Centers 1 Elizabeth Glaessner’s “Blood Bath,” 2014, is among the works featured in her solo exhibit All this happened, more or less, on view thru Aug. 15. | P.P.O.W., p. 43 2 Jack Geary’s gallery showcases Megan Petras’ “Untitled (Red and White/HC),” made using fabric and paint on canvas, during Barely There: Group Show, on view thru Jul. 25. | Jack Geary Contemporary, p. 42 3 Everything: Part I, viewable thru Jul. 11, gives gallery-goers a window into the world of cartoonist Lynda Barry—who rose to fame thanks, in part, to her popular comic strip Ernie Pook’s Comeek—featuring over 80 of her original comic drawings, watercolors and mixed-media collages created over the last 35 years, including “What Is an Image?,” circa 2008. | Adam Baumgold Gallery, p. 41

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Area I.D.C0L9421 262 Elizabeth St., btw Prince & E. Houston sts., 212.219.9903, areaid.com. Mid-20th-century pieces might include a Constantin Brancusi-inspired brass sculpture, Milo Baugham club chairs and Murano glass table lamps. Mon-Sat noon-7 p.m., Sun noon6 p.m. E19 Arnold H. LiebermanC0L657 311 E. 72nd St., Ste. 6F, btw First & Second aves., 212.861.4985, arnoldlieberman.com. Buddhist and Hindu antiquities from the 2nd to 19th centuries, such as Mongolian diagrams of medicinal plants. Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-5 p.m. by appointment only. D11 Authentiques Past & PresentC0L342 255 W. 18th St., btw Seventh & Eighth aves., 212.675.2179,

fab-stuff.com. The Chelsea boutique carries vintage costume jewelry, glass and barware, colorful lamps, contemporary stainless steel card cases, lighters and flasks. Wed-Sat noon-6 p.m., Sun 1-6 p.m. H17

BarntiquesC0L41578 109 W. 25th St., btw Sixth & Seventh aves., 570.383.6300, barntiques.com. Anthony Garcia’s NYC showroom exudes a barnyard aesthetic with an inventory of rustic, handcrafted pieces, including his roughly hewn tables, dressers, bookshelves, cabinets and more. Daily 9 a.m.-5 p.m. G16 Baxter & LiebchenC0L9421 33 Jay St., at Plymouth St., DUMBO, Brooklyn, 718.797.0630, baxterliebchen .com. Twentieth-century furniture and housewares, such as solid teak coffee tables, oak nightstands, copper desk lamps and ceramic

Photos: Elizabeth Glaessner, “blood bath,” courtesy the artist and p.p.o.w.; lynda barry, “what is an image?,” courtesy adam baumgold gallery

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B4 It Was CoolC0L9421 89 E. Houston St., btw Bowery & Elizabeth St., 212.219.0139, b4itwascool.com. American industrial and academic items from the early 20th century include Edison bulbs, Toledo drafting chairs and stools, exit signs, anatomy models, cafeteria tables and factory tool carts. Daily noon-7 p.m. D19 Brian StewartC0L1458 The Manhattan Art & Antiques Center, 1050 Second Ave., Gallery 49A, at E. 56th St., 212.758.1252, the-maac.com. 19th- and 20th-century porcelain and silver, as well as jewelry. Mon-Sat 10:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Sun noon-5:30 p.m. and by appointment. E13

Photos: Elizabeth Glaessner, “blood bath,” courtesy the artist and p.p.o.w.; lynda barry, “what is an image?,” courtesy adam baumgold gallery

Buck HouseC0L346 1318 Madison Ave., btw E. 93rd & E. 94th sts., 212.828.3123, buckhouse.com. Deborah Buck’s collection of midcentury and 19th-century European furniture, lighting, glass, porcelain, paintings, ceramics and other collectible objects. Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat noon-5 p.m. F8 Carolle Thibaut-PomerantzC0L658 50 Sutton Pl. So., btw E. 54th & E. 55th sts., 212.759.6048, antique-wallpaper.com. This Parisian gallery specializes in antique French wallpaper and also carries English and Chinese designs. By appointment only. D13 Center 44C0L374 222 E. 44th St., 2nd fl., btw Second & Third aves., 212.450.7988, center44.com. Seventy international dealers of art, furniture, jewelry, carpets, lighting and home décor from the 18th to 20th centuries. Mon-Sat 10 a.m.-5 p.m. E14 Dalva BrothersC0L6842 53 E. 77th St., btw Park & Madison aves., 212.717.6600, dalvabrothers.com. An extensive collection of 18th-century Continental antiques, including furniture, clocks, porcelain and sculpture. Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Sat 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. F10 Elizabeth Street GalleryC0L1467 209 Elizabeth St., btw Spring & Prince sts., 212.941.4800, elizabeth streetgallery.com. A diverse selection of antique architectural pieces, including 2nd-century Roman carved stone vessels, 19th-century Chilean iron gates and 20th-century American bronze lamps. Plus, a sculpture garden reminiscent of a graveyard. Mon-Sat noon.-7 p.m. E13 End of History, TheC0L954 548 1/2 Hudson St., at Perry St., 212.647.7598, theendofhistoryshop .blogspot.com. Owner Stephen Saunders offers an expansive international collection of midcentury glass, including Murano, and assorted ceramic pieces. Mon-Fri noon-7 p.m., Sat-Sun noon-6 p.m. H18 Erie BasinC0L41579 388 Van Brunt St., at Dikeman St., Red Hook, Brooklyn, 718.554.6147, eriebasin.com. A well-edited collection of vintage jewels, including a selection of Victorian mourning rings, is peppered with rustic furniture and contemporary objects. Wed noon-6 p.m., Thurs-Sat noon-7 p.m. and by appointment.

Flying Cranes Antiques Ltd.C0L35 The Manhattan Art & Antiques Center, 1050 Second Ave., Galleries 55, 56 & 58, at E. 55th St., 212.223.4600, flyingcranesantiques.com. A collection of Japanese art from the Meiji period, including Fukugawa porcelain, intricate bamboo vessels and samurai swords. Mon-Fri 10:30 a.m.6 p.m. E13 Manhattan Art & Antiques Center, TheC0L356 1050 Second Ave., at E. 55th St., 212.355.4400, the-maac.com. More than 100 dealers offer furniture, designer jewelry, chandeliers, crystal, silver, Asian and African artifacts, paintings, sculpture and other fine pieces. Mon-Sat 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun noon-6 p.m. E13 Metropolitan Fine Art and Antiques 10 W. 57th St., btw Fifth & Sixth aves., 212.974.2584, metroantiques.com. A bounty of European and Asian antiques and precious artifacts, including jade, ivory and coral carvings, handcarved netsuke, French hand-cut Lalique and Baccarat crystal pieces; chandeliers and bronze sculptures. Mon-Sat 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Sun noon-6 p.m. G13

.com. Postwar, contemporary and emerging artists—including Oliver Arms, Norman Bluhm and Thomas Burke—exhibit paintings, drawings, sculptures and more. Tues-Sat 10 a.m.-6 p.m. J16

Anita Shapolsky GalleryC0L41395 152 E. 65th St., btw Third & Lexington aves., 212.452.1094, anitashapolskygallery.com. Drawings, paintings and sculpture with a focus on Abstract Expressionism. Wed-Fri 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. and by appointment. E12 Avant GalleryC0L4581 143 Madison Ave., btw E. 31st & E. 32nd sts., 212.689.9200, avantgallery.com. Pop-art originals and multiples. Daily 11 a.m.-8 p.m. F15 Barbara Mathes GalleryC0L57263 22 E. 80th St., btw Madison & Fifth aves., 212.570.4190, barbarama thesgallery.com. An inventory of modern and contemporary art, including works by Jackson Pollock, Elizabeth Peyton, Eva Hesse and Louise Bourgeois. Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-5 p.m. F10 Blukma GalleryC0L4567 209 E. 72nd St., btw Second & Third aves., 212.734.3222, blukamagallery.com. Medieval and Renaissance works of art and sculpture. By appointment only. E11

Scholten Japanese ArtC0L73195 145 W. 58th St., Ste. 6D, btw Sixth & Seventh aves., 212.585.0474, scholten-japanese-art.com. This collector’s haven is stocked with fine Japanese works—including wood-block prints, netsuke, hanging scrolls, prints, sculptures and lacquer boxes—specializing in the Edo period. Mon-Fri 11 a.m.-5 p.m. by appointment. G12

CFM GalleryC0L37 236 W. 27th St., 4th fl., btw Seventh & Eighth aves., 212.966.3864, cfmgallery .com. Modern and contemporary works by artists such as Salvador Dalí, Leonor Fini, Felicien Rops, Ailene Fields, plus fine jewelry. Tues-Sat 10 a.m.6 p.m. F20

Showplace Antique + Design Center C0L316 40 W. 25th St., btw Fifth & Sixth aves., 212.633.6063, nyshowplace.com. More than 200 antiques dealers exhibit European and American furniture, textiles and decorative accessories. Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat-Sun 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. G16

David Tunick, Inc.C0L41365 13 E. 69th St., btw Madison & Fifth aves., 212.570.0090, tunickart.com. Prints and drawings dating from the 1400s to mid-20thcentury, by such artists as Rembrandt van Rijn, Francisco Goya and Pablo Picasso. Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-5 p.m. G11

Stack’s Bowers Galleries0L316 123 W. 57th St., btw Sixth & Seventh aves., 212.582.2580, stacksbowers.com. Historic numismatic collectibles—rare coins, currency, plates, medals, tokens, minerals and books—are showcased at this historic retailer/auctioneer, established in 1933. Appraisals also on offer. The renovated showroom features a clubhouse atmosphere with sit-down viewing counters. Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.-3 p.m. G12

David Zwirner C0L37 519, 525 & 533 W. 19th St., btw 10th & 11th aves., 212.727.2070; and one other NYC location, davidzwirner.com. This major dealer represents 43 estates and contemporary artists, including Diana Thater and Neo Rauch. Tues-Sat 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Mon by appointment. F20

Art Galleries Adam Baumgold GalleryC0L6491 60 E. 66th St., btw Park & Madison aves., 212.861.7338, adambaum goldgallery.com. Specializing in 20th-century, postwar art by such celebrated talents as Pablo Picasso. Tues-Sat 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. F11 Akira Ikeda GalleryC0L41853 17 Cornelia St., btw W. 4th & Bleecker sts., 212.366.5449, akiraikedagallery .com. With outposts in Tokyo and Berlin, this gallery represents about 40 national, European and Japanese artists. By appointment only. G19 Ameringer McEnery YoheC0L41395 525 W. 22nd St., btw 10th & 11th aves., 212.445.0051, amy-nyc

DTR Modern GalleryC0L453 458 West Broadway, btw Prince & W. Houston sts., 212.677.2802, dtrmodern.com. Works by premier contemporary and pop artists—such as Damien Hirst, Andy Warhol, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Robert Mars, Toni Sanchez, James Verbicky and Rainer Lagemann— are displayed and for sale. Mon-Sat 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.-6 p.m. G19 Eleven Rivington0513 11 Rivington St., btw Chrystie St. & Bowery, 212.982.1930, elevenrivington.com. This gallery favors the colorful graphics of Caetano de Almeida and Valeska Soares’ hand-carved marble sculptures of everyday objects. Wed-Sun noon-6 p.m. E20

Eykyn MacleanC0L4569 23 E. 67th St., btw Madison & Fifth aves., 212.772.9425, eykynmaclean.com. Museum-quality Impressionist and 20th-century innewyork.com | juLY 2014 | IN New YORK

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Forum GalleryC0L318 The Crown Building, 730 Fifth Ave., 2nd fl., btw 56th & 57th sts., 212.355.4545, forumgallery.com. Contemporary American and European works; as well as 20th-century social realist and figurative art. Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. G12 Fountain GalleryC0L382 702 Ninth Ave., at W. 48th St., 212.262.2756, fountaingallerynyc.com. An environment for painters and sculptors living and working with mental illness to exhibit their creations. Represented artists include Martin Cohen, Lita Goldberg and Robin Taylor. Tues-Sat 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Sun 1-5 p.m. I14

FreedmanArtC0L528139 25 E. 73rd St., btw Madison & Fifth aves., 212.249.2040, freedmanart.com. Represented artists Lee Bontecou, Jules Olitski and Frank Stella display surreal installations, abstract paintings, metalwork sculpture and more. Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-5 p.m. F11

Hirschl & Adler GalleriesC0L62 The Crown Building, 730 Fifth Ave., 4th fl., at 57th St., 212.535.8810, hirschlandadler.com. A variety of collections, including American and European paintings and sculpture, as well as American decorative arts and master prints, from the 19th to 21st centuries. Tues-Fri 9:30 a.m.-5:15 p.m., Sat 9:30 a.m.-4:45 p.m. and by appointment. F11

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Hollis Taggert GalleriesC0L58942 958 Madison Ave., btw E. 75th & E. 76th sts., 212.628.4000, hollistaggart.com. Fine American art of the 19th and 20th centuries. Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat 11 a.m.-5 p.m. F10

June Kelly GalleryC0L96821 166 Mercer St., btw Prince & Houston sts., 212.226.1660, junekellygallery .com. Abstract, figurative and contemporary sculpture, photography and paintings by 50 emerging and recognized artists. Mon-Fri 11 a.m.-6 p.m. F19

Howard Greenberg GalleryC0L387 Fuller Building, 41 E. 57th St., 14th fl., at Madison Ave., 212.334.0010, howardgreenberg.com. Vintage and contemporary international photography

Martin Lawrence GalleriesC0L349 457 W. Broadway, btw Prince & Houston sts., 212.995.8865, martinlawrence.com. Original paintings, sculpture and limited-edition graphics by masters including Picasso, Chagall, Dalí, Erté and Haring. Mon-Sat 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.7 p.m. G19

Gagosian Gallery 976 & 980 Madison Ave., btw E. 76th & E. 77th sts., 212.744.2313; and two other NYC locations, gagosian.com. This gallery, owned by Larry Gagosian, considered by many to be a kingmaker in the art world, exhibits modern and contemporary works, including paintings, sculpture and mixed media, in a museumlike setting. Mon-Sat 10 a.m.-6 p.m. F10

Hammer Galleries C0L5817 475 Park Ave., btw E. 57th & E. 58th sts., 212.644.4400, hammergalleries .com. Focusing on 19th- and 20th-century European and American masters, past exhibitions have included works by artists such as Bouguereau, Calder, Chagall, Corot, Monet, Renoir and Picasso. Mon-Fri 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. F12 Hasted Kraeutler C0L465 537 W. 24th St., btw 10th & 11th aves., 212.627.0006, hastedkraeutler.com. This contemporary art gallery is dedicated to the representation of established artists— working in a range of mediums—from around the world. Tues-Sat 11 a.m.-6 p.m. and by appointment. J16

Higher Pictures GalleryC0L745 980 Madison Ave., btw E. 65th & E. 66th sts., 212.249.6100, higherpictures.com. Home to mid-20th-century and contemporary works, the gallery highlights historical revisionism in photography. Represented artists include Barbara Crane, K8 Hardy, Travess Smalley and Letha Wilson. Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and by appointment. F11

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Luhring AugustineC0L39 531 W. 24th St., btw 10th & 11th aves., 212.206.9100, luhringaugustine.com. Contemporary paintings, drawings, large-scale sculpture, video and photography by established artists, such as Rachel Whiteread. Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. J16 Marlborough Gallery C0L461327 40 W. 57th St., btw Fifth & Sixth aves., 212.541.4900; and one other NYC location, marlboroughgallery.com. Represents such American and international artists as multimedia pop artist Red Grooms, glassblower Dale Chihuly, sculptor Beverly Pepper and photorealist painter Richard Estes. Mon-Sat 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. G13

Friedman BendaC0L4138 515 W. 26th St., btw 10th & 11th aves., 212.239.8700, friedmanbenda.com. Sculptural abstract pieces and site-specific installations by such artists as Ai Weiwei, Ron Arad, Forrest Myers and nendo. Mon-Fri 11 a.m.6 p.m. J16

Gitterman GalleryC0L19542 41 E. 57th St., Ste. 1103, btw Park & Madison aves., 212.734.0868, gittermangallery.com. Photographic works range from early-20th-century photogravures by Alfred Stieglitz to Roswell Angier’s snapshots of the American Southwest to Oliver Gagliani’s haunting black-and-white photos of American ghost towns. From Jul. 4: Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-6 p.m. F13

Jeff BaileyC0L1736 625 W. 27th St., btw 11th & 12th aves., 212.989.0156, baileygallery.com. Rotating solo shows from young emerging and midcareer artists. Tues-Sat 11 a.m.-6 p.m. and by appointment. K15

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from both renowned and midcareer artists, such as Berenice Abbott and Leon Levinstein. TuesSat 10 a.m.-6 p.m. From Jul. 5: Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-5 p.m. F13

Hubert GalleryC0L4385 1046 Madison Ave., at E. 80th St., 212.628.2922, hubertgallery.com. Established in 1989, this gallery specialized in modern and contemporary masters working on paper, with an emphasis on Henri Matisse. Mon-Sat 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun noon-6 p.m. F10 Ivy Brown GalleryC0L42913 675 Hudson St., 4th fl., btw W. 13th & W. 14th sts., 212.925.1111, ivybrowngal lery.org. Hand-cut paper works by Elizabeth Gregory-Gruen, sculptures by Sean Lyon and paintings by Carol John are featured at this edgy gallery specializing in contemporary art in all mediums. Tues-Sat noon-6 p.m. and by appointment. J17 Jack Geary ContemporaryC0L45873 185 Varick St., at King St., 347.901.9197, jackgearycontemporary .com. Founded in 2012 by Jack Geary, a Harvard graduate and former finance sector professional, this gallery shows contemporary works by

Michael Rosenfeld GalleryC0L395 100 11th Ave., btw W. 19th & W. 20th sts., 212.247.0082, michaelrosenfeldart.com. Specializing in 20th-century American art, including AfricanAmerican and abstract art from 1900 to 1975. Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-6 p.m. J17 Mike Weiss GalleryC0L572 520 W. 24th St., btw 10th & 11th aves., 212.691.6899, mikeweissgallery .com. Expressive art from international artists include Trudy Benson’s vibrantly colored abstract oils and Sofi Zezmor’s plastic-and-metal installations. Contemporary works by such artists as Christian Vincent. Tues-Sat 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and by appointment. J16 Miyako Yoshinaga Art Prospects C0L714547 W. 27th St., 2nd fl., btw 10th & 11th aves., 212.268.7132, miyakoyoshinaga.com. Contemporary work by emerging and midcareer artists, including Emna Zghal’s sinuous oil paintings. Tues-Sat 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Jul. 13-Aug. 31: By appointment only. J16 Nohra Haime GalleryC0L5742 The Crown Building, 730 Fifth Ave., 7th fl., btw 56th & 57th sts., 212.888.3550, nohrahaimegallery.com. This gallery represents contemporary artists who work in a variety of mediums, including drawing, sculpture, photography and video. Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-6 p.m. F12 Paul Kasmin GalleryC0L6572 515 W. 27th St., btw 10th & 11th aves., 212.563.4474; and one other NYC location, paulkasmingallery.com. Specializing in

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P.P.O.W. 535 W. 22nd St., 3rd fl., btw 10th & 11th aves., 212.647.1044, ppowgallery.com. Contemporary works in a variety of mediums, including paintings and sculpture by artists whose works resonate politically and socially. Tues-Sat 11 a.m.-6 p.m. J17 Questroyal Fine ArtC0L4783 903 Park Ave., Suites 3A & B, at E. 79th St., 212.744.3586, questroyalfineart .com. Specializing in fine American paintings from the 19th and 20th centuries, including Hudson River school, Impressionist and Modernist works. Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and by appointment. F10 Rebecca HossackC0L4782 262 Mott St., btw Prince & E. Houston sts., 212.925.3500, rebeccahossack .com. A showcase of Aboriginal and non-Western pieces, as well as contemporary Western art. Mon-Sat 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Sun noon-5 p.m. E19 Rehs Galleries, Inc.C0L7945 5 E. 57th St., 8th fl., btw Madison & Fifth aves., 212.355.5710, rehs.com. Specializing in artists exhibited at the Paris Salon and London’s Royal Academy from 1850 to 1920, including Julien Dupré and Jean-Charles Cazin. Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and by appointment. F13 Skarstedt GalleryC0L716 20 E. 79th St., at Madison Ave., 212.737.2060, skarstedt.com. With another branch in London, this gallery focuses on artists whose work explores representation, identity and sexual politics in various mediums. Tues-Fri 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. F10

Susan Inglett GalleryC0L4139 522 W. 24th St., btw 10th & 11th aves., 212.647.9111, inglettgallery .com. Artists in all stages of their careers and working in all mediums. From Jul. 5: Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-6 p.m. J16 Tibor de Nagy GalleryC0L6521 724 Fifth Ave., 12th fl., btw 56th & 57th sts., 212.262.5050, tibordenagy .com. Abstract paintings, drawings and collages in varied mediums. Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-5 p.m. G13 WallspaceC0L81435 619 W. 27th St., btw 11th & 12th aves., 212.594.9478, wallspacegallery.com. Fifteen young artists are represented in a stark white gallery, including London-born photographer Walead Beshty. Tues-Sat 11 a.m.-6 p.m. From Jul. 6: Mon-Fri 11 a.m.-6 p.m. K16

Auction Houses Christie’s Rockefeller Plz., W. 49th St., btw Fifth & Sixth aves., 212.636.2000, christies.com. Founded by James Christie, this world-renowned institution has been holding auctions since the late-18th century. Highlights: Jul. 15-16: Prints and Multiples; Jul. 22-23: Interiors; Jul. 24: First Open Summer Edition; Jul. 25: Specific Objects. F12

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A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and MurderC0L4318—2014 Tony Award Winner: Best Musical! (2 hrs., 20 mins.) Walter Kerr Theatre, 219 W. 48th St., btw Broadway & Eighth Ave., 212.239.6200, agentlemansguidebroadway.com. The ends, an earlship, justify the means, murder, in the new musical comedy in which family ties are broken one by one, with style and, this being Britain, class. Tues & Thurs 7 p.m., Wed, Fri-Sat 8 p.m., Wed & Sat 2 p.m., Sun 3 p.m.; $99-$137. H13 After MidnightC0L4382—2014 Tony Award Winner: Best Choreography! (1 hr., 30 mins., no

intermission) Brooks Atkinson Theatre, 256 W. 47th St., btw Broadway & Eighth Ave., 877.250.2929, aftermidnightbroadway.com. The musical revue relives the glory days of Duke Ellington at Harlem’s Cotton Club; Langston Hughes’ poetry provides the counterpoint. Special Guest Star: Gladys Knight (Jul. 8-Aug. 3). Tues-Thurs 7:30 p.m., Fri-Sat 8 p.m., Wed & Sat 2 p.m., Sun 3 p.m.; $60-$142. H14

AladdinC0L463—2014 Tony Award Winner: Best Actor in a Featured Role in a Musical– James Monroe Iglehart! (2 hrs., 20 mins.) New Amsterdam Theatre, 214 W. 42nd St., btw Seventh & Eighth aves., 866.870.2717, aladdinthemusical

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Beautiful—The Carole King MusicalC0L41— 2014 Tony Award Winner: Best Actress in a Musical–Jessie Mueller! (2 hrs., 20 mins.) Stephen Sondheim Theatre, 124 W. 43rd St., btw Sixth & Seventh aves., 212.239.6200, beautifulon broadway.com. The story of singer/songwriter Carole King unfolds, from her teenage years to the Rock ’n’ Roll Hall of Fame, accompanied by her hit songs. Tues-Thurs 7 p.m., Fri-Sat 8 p.m., Wed & Sat 2 p.m., Sun 3 p.m.; $75-$152. H14

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Book of Mormon, TheC0L7218— (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Eugene O’Neill Theatre, 230 W. 49th St., btw Broadway & Eighth Ave., 212.239.6200, bookof mormonthemusical.com. Trey Parker and Matt Stone, the agents provocateurs behind South Park, have penned an outrageous musical comedy, their first for the stage, about spreading the word of Joseph Smith, founder of the Mormon church, in Africa. Tues-Thurs 7 p.m., Fri-Sat 8 p.m., Wed & Sat 2 p.m., Sun 3 p.m.; $69-$175. H13 Bullets Over BroadwayC0L483— (2 hrs., 35 mins.) St. James Theatre, 246 W. 44th St., btw Broadway & Eighth Ave., 212.239.6200, bulletsoverbroadway .com. A naive young playwright, aging diva, talentless moll and her mobster boyfriend—the gang’s all here in the musical comedy set in the 1920s and based on Woody Allen’s 1994 movie tribute to Broadway. Tues & Thurs 7 p.m., Wed, Fri-Sat 8 p.m., Wed & Sat 2 p.m., Sun 3 p.m.; $52-$147. H14 CabaretC0L48— (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Kit Kat Klub at Studio 54, 254 W. 54th St., btw Broadway & Eighth Ave., 212.719.1300, roundabouttheatre.org. Willkommen to the Roundabout Theatre Company’s revival of the landmark John Kander/ Fred Ebb/Joe Masteroff musical about a bohemian Englishwoman’s romantic entanglement with an American writer in decadent Berlin at the start of the Third Reich. Michelle Williams and Alan Cumming star. Tues-Sat 8 p.m., Wed, Sat & Sun 2 p.m.; $47-$162. H13 ChicagoC0L342— (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Ambassador Theatre, 219 W. 49th St., btw Broadway & Eighth Ave., 212.239.6200, chicagothemusical.com. Would-be chorus girl Roxie Hart takes the Windy City by storm, murders her lover, skips jail and shoots to stardom in this jazzy, Tony Awardwinning revival with showstopping musical selections. Tues-Sat 8 p.m., Wed 2:30 p.m., Sun 3 & 7:30 p.m.; $69-$146.50. H13 CinderellaC0L43182— (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Broadway Theatre, 1681 Broadway, at W. 53rd St., 212.239.6200, cinderellaonbroadway.com. The Broadway premiere of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s 1957 TV musical is now in its second year on Broadway. Tues 7 p.m., Thurs 7:30 p.m., Fri-Sat 8 p.m., Wed, Thurs & Sat 2 p.m., Sun 3 p.m.; $45-$147. H13 innewyork.com | juLY 2014 | IN New YORK

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entertainment Cripple of Inishmaan, TheC0L4563— (2 hrs.) Cort Theatre, 138 W. 48th St., btw Sixth & Seventh aves., 212.239.6200, crippleofinishmaan.com. Daniel Radcliffe returns to Broadway as the titular cripple in Martin McDonagh’s play about the effect of a Hollywood film crew on an isolated and insular Irish community. Tues & Thurs 7 p.m., Wed, Fri-Sat 8 p.m., Wed & Sat 2 p.m., Sun 3 p.m.; $27-$142. Runs thru Jul. 20. H14 Hedwig and the Angry InchC0L485—2014 Tony Award Winner: Best Revival of a Musical and Best Actor in a Musical–Neil Patrick Harris! (1 hr., 35 mins., no intermission) Belasco Theatre, 111 W. 44th St., btw Sixth & Seventh aves., 212.239.6200, hedwigbroadway.com. The rock ’n’ roll, glam-punk musical is about an East German, Cold War “girly boy” who marries an American G.I., has a sex-change operation, defects to the West, ends up in a white-trash Kansas trailer park, tours as the “internationally ignored” lead singer for a band and makes it to the tabloids. Neil Patrick Harris is Hedwig. Wed-Fri 8 p.m., Sat 7 & 10 p.m., Sun 3 & 7 p.m.; $49-$154. H14 Holler If Ya Hear MeC0L4526— (2 hrs., 25 mins.) Palace Theatre, 1564 Broadway, btw W. 46th & W. 47th sts., 877.250.2929, hollerifyahearme.com. Inner-city realities clash with inner-city aspirations in the new musical, set to the music and lyrics of Tupac Shakur and directed by Tony Award winner Kenny Leon. Mon-Tues, Thurs-Fri 8 p.m., Sat 2 & 8 p.m., Sun 2 & 7 p.m. $59-$139. H14 If/ThenC0L486— (2 hrs., 40 mins.) Richard Rodgers Theatre, 226 W. 46th St., btw Broadway & Eighth Ave., 877.250.2929, ifthenthemusical.com. Pulitzer and Tony Award winners Tom Kitt and Brian Yorkey have written a new musical for Idina Menzel about living and making choices in the biggest city in the world, New York. Tues & Wed 7 p.m., Thurs-Sat 8 p.m., Wed & Sat 2 p.m., Sun 3 p.m.; $67-$142. H14 Jersey BoysC0L341— (2 hrs., 30 mins.) August Wilson Theatre, 245 W. 52nd St., btw Broadway & Eighth Ave., 212.239.6200, jerseyboysbroadway.com. The Tony Award-winning tale of 1960s group The Four Seasons is set to a score composed of their greatest hits, including “Can’t Take My Eyes Off of You,” “Sherry” and “Walk Like a Man.” Tues-Thurs 7 p.m., Fri-Sat 8 p.m., Wed & Sat 2 p.m., Sun 3 p.m.; $47-$172. H13 Kinky BootsC0L48713— (2 hrs., 20 mins.) Al Hirschfeld Theatre, 302 W. 45th St., btw Eighth & Ninth aves., 212.239.6200, kinkybootsthemusical.com. The sexy thigh-high, stiletto-heeled red boots of the title, stylish enough for a woman, but strong enough for a drag queen to wear, save the day and a shoe factory in the hit musical with a score by Cyndi Lauper and book by Harvey Fierstein. Tues & Thurs 7 p.m., Wed, Fri-Sat 8 p.m., Wed & Sat 2 p.m., Sun 3 p.m.; $87-$157. I14 Lady Day at Emerson’s Bar & GrillC0L456—2014 Tony Award Winner: Best Actress in a Play–Audra McDonald! (1 hr., 30 mins., no intermission) Circle in the Square Theatre, 235 W. 50th St., btw Broadway & Eighth Ave., 212.239.6200, ladydayonbroadway.com. Six-time Tony Award winner Audra McDonald is jazz singer Billie Holiday in the one-woman biomusical. Tues, Thurs-Sat 8 p.m., Wed & Sat 2 p.m., Sun 3 p.m.; $97-$157. Runs thru Aug. 31. I13

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Les MisérablesC0L487— (2 hrs., 50 mins.) Imperial Theatre, 249 W. 45th St., btw Broadway & Eighth Ave., 212.239.6200, lesmis.com/broadway. The international musical phenomenon has returned to Broadway, this time in a completely new production that reexamines and reinterprets the material and the look of the production. Ramin Karimloo stars as Jean Valjean. Tues & Thurs 7 p.m., Wed, Fri-Sat 8 p.m., Wed & Sat 2 p.m., Sun 3 p.m.; $55-$145. H14 Lion King, TheC0L34— (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Minskoff Theatre, 200 W. 45th St., btw Broadway & Eighth Ave., 866.870.2717, lionking.com. Disney’s megahit—now in its 17th year and the fourth longest-running show in Broadway history— features revolutionary puppetry, vibrant costumes and melodious songs by Elton John and Tim Rice, including “Can You Feel the Love Tonight.” Tues 7 p.m., Wed-Sat 8 p.m., Wed & Sat 2 p.m., Sun 3 p.m.; $80-$142. H14 Mamma Mia! C0L42— (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Broadhurst Theatre, 235 W. 44th St., btw Broadway & Eighth Ave., 212.239.6200, mammamianorthamerica .com. On a Greek isle on the eve of her wedding, a bride tries to uncover her father’s identity in this long-running musical set to a score of Swedish pop group ABBA’s hits, including “SOS,” “Mamma Mia,” “Dancing Queen” and “The Name of the Game.” Mon-Sat 8 p.m., Thurs & Sat 2 p.m.; $49-$140. H14 Matilda The MusicalC0L64871— (2 hrs., 40 mins.) Shubert Theatre, 225 W. 44th St., btw Broadway & Eighth Ave., 212.239.6200, matildathemusical .com. A well-read schoolgirl locks horns with her tyrannical headmistress and indifferent parents in the hit musical based on the children’s novel by Roald Dahl. Winner of 2013 Tony awards for Best Book, Best Lighting and Best Scenic Design of a Musical. Tues & Thurs 7 p.m., Wed, Fri-Sat 8 p.m., Wed & Sat 2 p.m., Sun 3 p.m.; $37-$147. H14 Motown The MusicalC0L4871— (2 hrs., 45 mins.) Lunt-Fontanne Theatre, 205 W. 46th St., btw Broadway & Eighth Ave., 877.250.2929, motown themusical.com. The unmistakable Motown sound drives the behind-the-scenes story of Berry Gordy, founder of Motown records, and the stars whose careers he launched, including Diana Ross, Marvin Gaye, Mary Wells, Gladys Knight, Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder and more. Tues-Sat 7:30 p.m., Wed & Sat 2 p.m., Sun 3 p.m.; $72-$167. H14 NewsiesC0L51729— (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Nederlander Theatre, 208 W. 41st St., btw Seventh & Eighth aves., 866.870.2717, newsiesthemusical.com. New York City’s real-life Newsboy Strike of 1899 is the basis for Disney Theatrical Productions’ musical, with a book by Harvey Fierstein, Tony Award-winning choreography by Christopher Gattelli and Tony Award-winning music and lyrics by Alan Menken and Jack Feldman. Mon-Wed 7:30 p.m., Fri-Sat 8 p.m., Wed & Sat 2 p.m., Sun 3 p.m.; $67-$125. H15 Of Mice and MenC0L48— (2 hrs., 20 mins.) Longacre Theatre, 220 W. 48th St., btw Broadway & Eighth Ave., 212.239.6200, ofmiceandmenonbroadway .com. The acclaimed revival of John Steinbeck’s American tragedy about two migrant workers during the Depression stars James Franco and Chris O’Dowd in their Broadway debuts. Tues-Sat innewyork.com | juLY 2014 | IN New YORK

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Phantom of the Opera, TheC0L348— (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Majestic Theatre, 247 W. 44th St., btw Broadway & Eighth Ave., 212.239.6200, thephan tomoftheopera.com. Andrew Lloyd Webber’s long-running musical—based on the novel by Gaston Leroux—tells the tragic story of a disfigured man, whose growing obsession with a soprano drives him to imprison her beneath the Paris Opera House. Mon 8 p.m., Tues 7 p.m., Wed-Sat 8 p.m., Thurs & Sat 2 p.m.; $27-$167. H14 PippinC0L481— (2 hrs., 35 mins.) Music Box Theatre, 239 W. 45th St., btw Broadway & Eighth Ave., 212.239.6200, pippinthemusical.com. Diane Paulus directs the first Broadway revival of the 1972 musical about a prince’s search for the meaning of life; music and lyrics are by Stephen Schwartz. Tues-Sat 8 p.m., Wed & Sat 2:30 p.m., Sun 3 p.m.; $69-$157.50. H14 Realistic Joneses, TheC0L489— (1 hr., 30 mins., no intermission) Lyceum Theatre, 149 W. 45th St., btw Sixth & Seventh aves., 212.239.6200, therealisticjoneses.com. Two neighboring couples—with the same last name—meet and compare circumstances in Will Eno’s new play about love and loss, starring Toni Collette, Michael C. Hall, Tracy Letts and Marisa Tomei. Tues-Thurs 7:30 p.m., Fri-Sat 8 p.m., Wed & Sat 2 p.m., Sun 3 p.m.; $39-$135. Runs thru Jul. 6. H14 Rock of AgesC0L72983— (2 hrs., 30 mins.) Helen Hayes Theatre, 240 W. 44th St., btw Broadway & Eighth Ave., 212.239.6200, rockofagesmusical.com. The long-running musical about the near-demise of a Hollywood rock club is set to songs from 1980s megabands, including Journey, Styx and Twisted Sister, among others. Mon, Thurs-Fri 8 p.m., Tues 7 p.m., Sat 2 & 8 p.m., Sun 3 & 7:30 p.m.; $70-$165. H14 RockyC0L46—2014 Tony Award Winner: Best Scenic Design of a Musical! (2 hrs., 20 mins.) Winter Garden Theatre, 1634 Broadway, at W. 50th St., 212.239.6200, rockybroadway.com. Sylvester Stallone has co-written the book (with Tony Award winner Thomas Meehan) of this new musical, based on the inspirational Academy Award-winning Best Picture of 1976; the score is by Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens. Tues 7 p.m., Wed-Sat 8 p.m., Wed & Sat 2 p.m., Sun 3 p.m.; $79-$143. H13 VioletC0L496— (1 hr., 45 mins., no intermission) American Airlines Theatre, 227 W. 42nd St., btw Seventh & Eighth aves., 212.719.1300, round abouttheatre.org. A facially disfigured young woman in the 1960s, played by Sutton Foster, embarks on a journey of self-discovery and spiritual, if not physical, healing on board a bus to Oklahoma in the musical by Jeanine Tesori (music) and Brian Crawley (book and lyrics). Tues-Sat 8 p.m., Wed, Sat & Sun 2 p.m.; $67-$152. Runs thru Aug. 10. H14 WickedC0L346— (2 hrs., 45 mins.) Gershwin Theatre, 222 W. 51st St., btw Broadway & Eighth Ave., 877.250.2929, wickedthemusical.com. The musical tale about popular Glinda and greenskinned Elphaba follows the momentous paths they take in the years before Dorothy’s arrival in the land of Oz. Tues-Wed 7 p.m., Thurs-Sat 8 p.m., Wed & Sat 2 p.m., Sun 3 p.m. Beginning Jul. 7: Mon-Wed 7 p.m., Thurs-Sat 8 p.m., Wed & Sat 2 p.m.; $56.25-$156.25. I13 innewyork.com | juLY 2014 | IN New YORK

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entertainment Off Broadway & Beyond Avenue QC0L23186— (2 hrs., 15 mins.) New World Stages, Stage 3, 340 W. 50th St., btw Eighth & Ninth aves., 212.239.6200, avenueq.com. This raucous musical for adults is about flawed humans and quirky puppets who deal with love, work, sexual identity and one twentysomething’s postcollege journey to find his purpose in life. Mon, Wed-Fri 8 p.m., Sat 2:30 & 8 p.m., Sun 3 & 7:30 p.m.; $72.50$92.50. I13 Blue Man GroupC0L345— (1 hr., 45 mins.) Astor Place Theatre, 434 Lafayette St., btw E. 4th St. & Astor Pl., 800.982.2787, blueman.com. Three bald blue-painted beings employ high-energy music, painting, comedy and pantomime—as well as willing audience members—in this mesmerizing performance piece that is in its 24th year Off-Broadway. Now with new material. Mon-Fri 8 p.m., Sat & Sun 2, 5 & 8 p.m. Schedule can vary; $85-$99. F18 Buyer & CellarC0L431— (1 hr., 40 mins., no intermission) Barrow Street Theatre, 27 Barrow St., at Seventh Ave. So., 212.868.4444, buyerandcellar.com. Jonathan Tolins’ one-man comedy is about a struggling actor in Los Angeles who takes a job working in the Malibu home of a shopaholic superstar (think: Barbra Streisand). Tues-Sun 7:30 p.m., Sat & Sun 2:30 p.m.; $75. G18 Chamber Magic: A Demonstration of Modern ConjuringC0L31— 46 (1 hr., 30 mins.) Waldorf Towers, 100 E. 50th St., btw Lexington & Park aves., 866.811.4111, chambermagic.com. Magician Steve Cohen astounds audience members with a range of dazzling tricks, including mind reading and object levitation, in a luxurious private suite. Fri 7 & 9 p.m., Sat 2, 7 & 9 p.m. (No performances Jul. 4 & Jul. 5 at 2 p.m.); $85-$115. F13 Fantasticks, TheC0L6914— (2 hrs., 5 mins.) Snapple Theater Center, 210 W. 50th St., at Broadway, 212.307.4100, thefantasticksonbroadway.com. The longest-running Off-Broadway musical ever tells the story of two star-crossed lovers and features such classic songs as “Soon It’s Gonna Rain” and “Try to Remember.” Mon-Tues & Fri-Sat 8 p.m., Wed & Sat 2 p.m., Sun 3 & 7:30 p.m.; $83.25. H13 50 Shades! The Musical—The Original ParodyC0L48— (1 hr., 30 mins.) The Elektra Theatre, 300 W. 43rd St., btw Eighth & Ninth aves. 866.811.4111, 50shadesthemusical.com. Christian and Anastasia sing, dance and make love (as only they know how) in the jocular musical parody of the international best-selling erotic novel, Fifty Shades of Grey. Tues, Thurs-Fri 7:30 p.m., Wed 2 p.m., Sat 2, 5 & 8 p.m., Sun 3 p.m.; $49-$79. I14 Forbidden Broadway Comes Out Swinging! C0L4821— (1 hr., 40 mins.) Davenport Theatre, 354 W. 45th St., btw Eighth & Ninth aves., 212.239.6200, forbiddenbroadway.com. Gerard Alessandrini’s hit show returns with parodies of Broadway’s biggest hits (including Rocky, Kinky Boots, Les Mis and Once) and flops. Mon-Tues 7 p.m., Fri-Sat 8 p.m., Wed & Sat 2 p.m., Sun 3 & 7 p.m.; $29-$79. I14

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Gazillion Bubble Show, The: The Next GenerationC0L5318— (1 hr., no intermission) New World Stages, Stage 2, 340 W. 50th St., btw Eighth & Ninth aves., 212.239.6200, gazillion bubbleshow.com. Masterful bubble tricks are performed by Deni, Fan, Ana and Jano Yang in this family-friendly, awe-inspiring show. Wed 11 a.m. & 2 p.m., Fri 7 p.m., Sat 11 a.m., 2 & 4:30 p.m., Sun noon & 3 p.m.; $55-$75. I13 Heathers: The MusicalC0L495— (2 hrs., 15 mins.) New World Stages, Stage 1, 340 W. 50th St., btw Eighth & Ninth aves., 212.239.6200, heathersthe musical.com. It’s 1989, and the Heathers, a trio of teenage femmes fatales, rule the roost at Westerberg High in the new musical comedy based on the hit movie of the same name. Mon, Wed-Fri 8 p.m., Sat 2:30 & 8 p.m., Sun 3 & 7:30 p.m.; $50-$95. I13 How to Be a New YorkerC0L495— (65 mins.) The Screening Room Theater at Planet Hollywood Times Square, 1540 Broadway, at W. 45th St., 212.352.3101, how2banewyorker.com. This sketch comedy for tourists, who don’t want to stand out as out of towners, is a crash course in how to shoot disdainful glances, mutter peevishly and be rude just like a local. Fri 7 p.m., Sat 1:30 & 7 p.m. Pre-show lunch and dinner served 30 minutes before each performance. $59 (includes buffet). H14 iLuminateC0L841— 3 (55 mins., no intermission) New World Stages, Stage 4, 340 W. 50th St., btw Eighth & Ninth aves., 212.239.6200, iluminate .com. Combining music, art, technology and dance (including hip-hop, Latin and breaking), this mythical tale follows the adventures of a young artist and his magic paintbrush. Mon & Wed 7 p.m., Thurs-Sat 8 p.m., Wed 2 p.m., Sat 2:30 p.m., Sun 3 p.m.; $49.99-$69.99. I13 Just Jim DaleC0L4528— (1 hr., 40 mins., no intermission) Laura Pels Theatre, Harold and Miriam Steinberg Center for Theatre, 111 W. 46th St., btw Sixth & Seventh aves., 212.719.1300, roundabouttheatre.org. Tony Award winner and master storyteller Jim Dale recounts his adventurous life in the theater in his one-man show. Tues-Sat 7:30 p.m., Wed, Sat & Sun 2 p.m.; $79. Runs thru Aug. 10. H14 Lightning Thief, TheC0L4579 (1 hr., no intermission) Lucille Lortel Theatre, 121 Christopher St., btw Bleecker & Hudson sts., 212.647.1100, twusa .org. The one-act musical for children 8 and up has been adapted from the book of the same name and is about Percy Jackson, a 12-year-old boy who ventures into the world of Greek gods and mythological monsters. Mon-Fri 10:30 a.m. & 1 p.m., Thurs 6 p.m., Sun 2 & 4:30 p.m.; Free.

Stay Connected Parks throughout NYC’s five boroughs now offer free or limited-free public Wi-Fi service for laptops, smartphones, tablets and other mobile devices. For participating parks, their hot spots and details on how to connect, visit nycgovparks.org/facilities/wifi. innewyork.com | juLY 2014 | IN New YORK

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entertainment Travel, Tickets & Transportation AirTrain 888.397.4636, panynj.gov/airports/ ewr-airtrain.html (Newark); 877.535.2478, panynj.gov/airports/jfk-airtrain.html (JFK). The 8.1-mile light rail system connects JFK and Newark airports to mass transit. | Amtrak Penn Station, Eighth Ave. at W. 31st St., 800.872.7245, amtrak.com. Daily trains to major national cities, including Washington, D.C., via the high-speed Acela. I16 | Carmel 212.666.6666, CarmelLimo.com. Car service to airports and around town. | Continental Guest Services 800.299.8587, 212.944.8910, continentalguestservices.com. Tickets for Broadway shows, concerts, sporting events, attractions, museums, airport shuttles, tours, restaurants and more. | GO Airlink NYC 212.812.9000, goairlinkshuttle.com. 24/7, door-to-door shuttles and private luxury vans to and from Manhattan and local airports. | Grand Central Terminal Park Ave., at E. 42nd St., grandcentralterminal.com. Subways and commuter trains arrive/depart in this Beaux Arts transport hub: Metro-North Railroad 212.532.4900, new.mta.info/mnr; NYC Transit Subway Info. 718.330.1234, mta.info/ nyct/subway. F14 | New Jersey Travel & Tourism visitnj.org. Log on for free travel guides and information on the Garden State. | New York CityPASS 888.330.5008, citypass .com. Six attractions (American Museum of Natural History, choice of Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum or Top of the Rock Observation Deck, Metropolitan Museum of Art, Museum of Modern Art, Empire State Building, choice of Circle Line Sightseeing Cruise or Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island) at great savings. Ticket booklets from any U.S. travel agent, online or at participating attractions are good for nine days from first use. $109 adults, $82 children ages 6-17. | New York Water Taxi 866.985.2542, nywatertaxi.com. Commuter service btw piers in Downtown Manhattan and Brooklyn, making stops at Pier

Tickets are available on a first-come, firstserved basis at the box office, beginning one hour before the performance; limit of four tickets per adult. Previews begin Jul. 21, opens Jul. 24, runs thru Aug. 22. H19

Los Monólogos de la VaginaC0L4586— (1 hr., 30 mins., no intermission) Westside Theatre, 407 W. 43rd St., btw Ninth & 10th aves., 212.239.6200, monologosvagina.com. Eve Ensler’s groundbreaking show returns to its original Off-Broadway theater, now performed in Spanish by a revolving cast (complimentary English translation headsets available). TuesSat 8 p.m., Sat & Sun 3 p.m.; $69-$89. I14 Monday Night MagicC0L3724— (2 hrs., 15 mins.) The Players Theatre, 115 MacDougal St., btw Bleecker & W. 3rd sts., 212.615.6432, monday nightmagic.com. Experienced magicians perform levitation and complex sleight of hand. Mon 8 p.m.; $37.50-$72.50. G19 Perfect CrimeC0L43— 7 (1 hr., 55 mins.) Snapple Theater Center, 1627 Broadway, at W. 50th St., 212.921.7862, perfect-crime.com. A small-town

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84 (W. 44th St.), Pier 79 (W. 39th St.), Pier 45 (Christopher St.), Slip 6 (Battery Park), Pier 16 (South Street Seaport), Pier 1 (Brooklyn Bridge Park, DUMBO), E. 35th St. (Midtown) and Randall’s Island. Shuttle btw Pier 11 (Wall St.) and Ikea store in Brooklyn. Times/prices vary. | Newark Liberty Airport Express newarkair portexpress.com. Express bus service between Newark Liberty Airport and three Midtown Manhattan locations. Buses leave every 15 mins. daily (every 30 mins. btw 11:15 p.m. and 6:45 a.m.); $16 each way, $28 round-trip, children under 12 free ($10 without an adult). | NY Waterway 800.533.3779, nywaterway.com. | Path Railroad (NJ) 800.234.7284, panynj.giv/ path. | Pennsylvania Station W. 32nd St., btw Seventh & Eighth aves. A major hub for subways and commuter railway lines, including Amtrak 800.872.7245, Long Island Railroad 718.217.5477, new.mta.info/lirr and NJ Transit 973.275.5555, njtransit.com. H15 | Port Authority Bus Terminal 625 Eighth Ave., btw W. 40th & W. 42nd sts., 212.564.8484, panynj.gov/bus-terminals. I14 | TKTS Father Duffy Square, Broadway & W. 47th St. in the Theater District. H14; South Street Seaport, at the corner of Front & John sts. in Lower Manhattan. D22; 1 MetroTech Center, at the corner of Jay St. & Myrtle Ave., Brooklyn. A23. tdf.org. Discount ticket booths for Broadway/ Off-Broadway shows; up to 50 percent off full price. Father Duffy Square: For same-day evening shows: Mon, Wed-Sat 3-8 p.m., Tues 2-8 p.m., Sun 3-7 p.m.; for same-day matinee performances: Wed & Sat 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.-3 p.m. South Street Seaport: Mon-Sat 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Brooklyn: For same-day evening or next-day matinee shows: Mon-Sat 11 a.m.-6 p.m. | Veolia Transportation veoliatransportation.com. This transit company serves more than one million passengers daily. Contact: ExecuCar (execucar.com, 800.410. 4444), Golden Touch Transportation (golden touchtransportation.com, 718.886.5204), NYC Airporter (nycairporter.com, 718.777.5111) and Supershuttle (supershuttle.com, 800.258.3826).

private eye and an affluent psychiatrist, among others, end up intertwined in this long-running mystery full of laughs and thrills. Mon, Tues, Fri & Sat 8 p.m., Wed & Sat 2 p.m., Sun 3 & 7:30 p.m.; $60. H13

Revolution in the Elbow of Ragnar Agnarsson Furniture PainterC0L45793 Minetta Lane Theatre, 18 Minetta Ln., btw MacDougal St. & Sixth Ave., 800.745.3000, revolutionelbow. com. Cady Huffman and Kate Shindle head the cast of this world-premiere musical about Elbowville, a hitherto peaceful small community inside the hero’s body that is threatened by a love triangle. Mon 7 p.m., Tues-Fri 8 p.m., Sat 4 & 8 p.m.; $49.50-$69.50. Previews begin Jul. 28, opens Aug. 13. G19 Shakespeare in the ParkC0L9576 Delacorte Theater in Central Park, entrance at Central Park West & W. 81st St., 212.539.8750, publictheater.org. The Public Theater’s annual summer season of Shakespeare in Central Park. Thru Jul. 6: Much Ado About Nothing. Jul. 22-Aug. 17: King Lear, starring John Lithgow with Annette Bening. Tues-Sun 8 p.m. (No performance Jul. 4). Free innewyork.com | juLY 2014 | IN New YORK

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Sleep No MoreC0L6732— (2 hrs.-2 hrs., 30 mins.) The McKittrick Hotel, 530 W. 27th St., btw 10th & 11th aves., 866.811.4111, sleepnomorenyc. com. In this immersive, interactive theater piece, mask-wearing audiences wander at will and at their own pace through a 100,000square-foot environment—an abandoned 1930s luxury hotel—eavesdropping on scenes and characters that conjure up Alfred Hitchcock, Stanley Kubrick and Shakespeare’s Macbeth. Entry times Sun-Thurs 7:30, 7:45, 8, 8:15 & 8:30 p.m., Fri & Sat 7, 7:15, 7:30, 7:45, 8, 11, 11:15, 11:30, 11:45 & 11:59 p.m.; $75-$95. J16 StompC0L35217— (1 hr., 40 mins.) Orpheum Theatre, 126 Second Ave., btw E. 7th St. & St. Marks Pl., 800.982.2787, stomponline.com. In this performance art experience, garbage cans, buckets and a sink are used to make percussive music. Tues-Fri 8 p.m., Sat 3 & 8 p.m., Sun 2 & 5:30 p.m.; $48-$78. E18 Wayra: Fuerza BrutaC0L4587— (1 hr., 20 mins., no intermission) Daryl Roth Theatre, 101 E. 15th St., at Union Sq. E., 212.239.6200, fuerzabrutanyc .com. The audience stands (theater seats have been removed) at this immersive performanceart experience that features mind-boggling stunts, both brand-new and revisited from the original Fuerza Bruta. Tues-Thurs 8 p.m., Fri & Sat 7 & 10 p.m., Sun 7 p.m.; $99. In previews, opens Jul. 8. F17

Attractions & Activities Bronx ZooC0L531 Fordham Rd., at Bronx River Pkwy., Bronx, 718.367.1010, bronxzoo.com. The largest urban zoo in the United States provides natural habitats and environments for its 4,000 species, including snow leopards, lemurs and Western lowland gorillas. Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat-Sun 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; General admission: $16.95 adults, $14.95 seniors (65+), $12.95 ages 3-12, under 2 & Wed free. Brooklyn Botanic GardenC0L3914 990 Washington Ave., at Crown St., Brooklyn, 718.623.7200, bbg .org. This 52-acre, flora-filled sanctuary features a Japanese hill and pond garden, fragrance garden, conservatory and the Cranford Rose Garden. Group tours and workshops are also on offer. Tues-Fri 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat-Sun 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; $10 adults, $5 seniors (65+)/ students, under 12 free. Cathedral Church of St. John the Divine, TheC0L8136 1047 Amsterdam Ave., at W. 112th St., 212.316.7540, stjohndivine.org. The world’s largest Gothic cathedral and mother church of the Episcopal Diocese of New York has been under construction since 1893. Open for visitation daily 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Tour times/ prices vary. J6 Central Park ZooC0L6315 Fifth Ave., at 64th St., 212.439.6500, centralparkzoo.com. Colobus monkeys, cotton-topped tamarins, swimming Chinstrap penguins and other creatures are among the attractions at this intimate urban zoo. Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat-Sun 10

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Chelsea PiersC0L3485 W. 23rd St., at the Hudson River, 212.336.6666, chelseapiers.com. The largest rock-climbing wall in the Northeast, a golf driving range, gymnastics center, Olympic-size swimming pool, 40-lane bowling alley, two indoor ice-skating and hockey rinks, and more comprise this 30-acre multisport complex. K17 Ellis IslandC0L4167 Ferry (Statue Cruises): 201.604.2800, nps.gov/elis. Millions of immigrants entered the U.S. on this historic island between 1892 and 1954. The grounds and portions of the museum have reopened to the public following damage incurred during Hurricane Sandy in late-October 2012. The ferry service to the Statue of Liberty takes visitors to Ellis Island. Open daily. Empire State BuildingC0L3487 350 Fifth Ave., btw 33rd & 34th sts., 212.736.3100, esbnyc.com. Magnificent 360-degree views of New York from the 86th- and 102nd-floor observatories. At night, the building’s top-tier LED lights commemorate holidays and noteworthy events. An interactive, multimedia sustainability exhibit on the 2nd fl. describes the building’s energy retrofit program; a virtual thrill tour, New York Skyride, is also on the 2nd fl. (separate admission). Audio tours available in seven languages. Daily 8 a.m.-2 a.m.; Main deck (86th floor) admission: $29 adults, $26 seniors (62+), $23 children 6-12, under 5 free; Main & Top decks (86th floor & 102nd floor) admission: $46 adults, $43 seniors (62+), $40 children 6-12, under 5 free. G15 FDNY Fire ZoneC0L3489 34 W. 51st St., btw Fifth & Sixth aves., 212.698.4520, fdnyfirezone.org. The Fire Department of New York’s hands-on learning experience about fire safety and prevention for both kids and adults features simulations of brief emergency scenarios. Mon-Sat 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Free general admission; Fire-Safety Presentation: $6 adults and children, $2 seniors (60+). G13 High Line, TheC0L5681 Gansevoort to W. 30th sts., btw 10th & 11th aves., 212.500.6035, thehigh line.org. The mile-long elevated park and public promenade offers a spectacular view of the Hudson River and Manhattan skyline, fixed and movable seating and perennial-filled gardens designed by Piet Oudolf. Section 2, btw W. 20th & W. 30th sts., features The High Line’s first lawn, a wildflower field, public art displays and a steel walkway. Open daily 7 a.m.-11 p.m.; Free. J15-J18 Karma Kids YogaC0L684 104 W. 14th St., 2nd fl., btw Sixth & Seventh aves, 646.638.1444, karmakids yoga.com. This studio takes a creative approach to traditional yoga, making exercises fun for still developing bodies by using animated poses and other techniques to promote coordination, strength and general body awareness. Drop-ins are welcome. Daily classes; rates vary. H17 Madame Tussauds New YorkC0L4835 234 W. 42nd St., btw Seventh & Eighth aves., 866.841.3505, nycwax.com. The renowned wax museum features lifelike figures of celebrities and innewyork.com | juLY july 2014 | IN New YORK

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New York AquariumC0L354 Surf Ave. & W. 8th St., Coney Island, Brooklyn, 718.265.3474, nyaquarium.com. The aquarium, home to thousands of sea creatures, including walruses, sea lions and sharks, is open during rebuilding following damage incurred during Hurricane Sandy in 2012. Daily 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; $11.95, under 3 free. Pole Position RacewayC0L41586 99 Caven Point Rd., Jersey City, N.J., 201.333.7223, poleposition raceway.com. The premier indoor karting facility in the New York/Jersey City area, just three miles from Manhattan, features two tracks in its 80,000-square-foot space as well as the fastest (45 mph) electric kart in the United States. Racers and beginners welcome. Mon-Thurs noon-10 p.m., Fri noon-11 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.-midnight, Sun 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; $25 adults, $22 children 48 inches and taller. Prospect Park ZooC0L57914 450 Flatbush Ave., nr. Empire Blvd., Brooklyn, 718.399.7339, prospectparkzoo.com. The zoo’s 12 acres, part of Prospect Park’s Children’s Corner, contain gardens, marshes, scrubland, a farm and more than 125 species, including the zoo’s mascots: a troop of Hamadryas baboons. There is also an interactive discovery center. Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat-Sun 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; $8 adults, $6 seniors (65+), $5 ages 3-12, under 3 free. Queens Botanical GardenC0L349 43-50 Main St., Flushing, Queens, 718.886.3800, queensbotani cal.org. More than 39 acres of plant life are the main focus of this luxurious garden, originally an exhibit at the 1939 World’s Fair. Tues-Sun 8 a.m.-6 p.m.; $4 adults, $3 seniors, $2 students and children over 3, Wed 3-6 p.m. and Sun 4-6 p.m. free. Queens ZooC0L7315 53-51 111th St., in Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Queens, 718.271.1500, queenszoo.com. Nearly 70 species of animals roam freely in naturalistic habitats, while elsewhere in the zoo a barnyard, aviary, sea lion pool and bear spectacle exhibition enthrall visitors. Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat-Sun 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; $8 adults, $6 seniors (65+), $5 ages 3-12, under 3 free. Spin New YorkC0L5179 48 E. 23rd St., btw Park Ave. So. & Madison Ave., 212.982.8802, newyork .spingalactic.com. This 13,000-square-foot table tennis club, backed by actress Susan Sarandon, features a lounge, pro shop, bar, restaurant and private room. Private lessons available. Mon 11 a.m.-midnight, Tues-Wed 11 a.m.-1 a.m., Thurs 11 a.m.-2 a.m., Fri-Sat 11 a.m.-4 a.m., Sun 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Before 6 p.m.: $15-$20 for 30 mins; after 6 p.m.: $25 for 30 mins. F16 St. Paul’s ChapelC0L4163 209 Broadway, at Fulton St., 212.233.4164, trinitywallstreet.org/ congregation/spc. Known as the spiritual home to New Yorkers and rescue workers in the months following Sept. 11, 2001, this historic chapel, completed in 1766, is where President George Washington worshipped on his Inauguration Day in 1789. Mon-Sat 10 a.m.6 p.m., Sun 7 a.m.-6 p.m.; Free. F22

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Top of the Rock™ Observation DeckC0L4315 30 Rockefeller Plz., W. 50th St., 67th-70th fls., btw Fifth & Sixth aves., 212.698.2000, topoftherock nyc.com. The Grand Viewing Room boasts expansive and breathtaking views of the New York City skyline. Daily 8 a.m.-midnight; $29 adults, $27 seniors (62+), $18 ages 6-12; “Sun & Stars” combination ticket (visit twice in 24 hrs.) $42 adults, $24 children. G13 Victorian GardensC0L4157 Wollman Rink, Central Park, entrance at Sixth Ave. & W. 59th St./ Central Park So., 212.982.2229, victoriangardens nyc.com. Pleasure seekers soar, spin, twirl, slide, fly, whirl, swing and race at this family-friendly amusement park in Central Park. Open daily, hours vary; Admission: $7-$8, plus $1 per ticket (3 tickets per ride, 4 tickets per game), $14-$16 unlimited wristband. Thru Sept. 7. G12

Bars/Lounges Ardesia Wine BarC0L81356 510 W. 52nd St., btw 10th & 11th aves., 212.247.9191, ardesia-ny.com. The 80-seat bar and lounge boasts a two-story chalkboard wall inscribed with the venue’s extensive wine list and a menu of small plates, such as homemade charcuterie, artisanal cheeses, salads and sandwiches. J13 Beauty Bar C0L3521 231 E. 14th St., btw Second & Third aves., 212.539.1389, thebeautybar.com. Ladies enjoy the $10 manicure/cocktail special at this East Village beauty saloon. E17 BirreriaC0L4195 Eataly, 200 Fifth Ave., btw 23rd & 24th sts., 212.937.8910, eataly.com/nyc-birreria. A retractable roof protects beer lovers from the elements at Chef/restaurateur Mario Batali’s “beer oasis in the sky,” which serves the only rooftop-brewed cask ales in the United States, as well as house-made sausages and grilled meats. F16 Flatiron LoungeC0L1894 37 W. 19th St., btw Fifth & Sixth aves., 212.727.7741, flatironlounge.com. The classy crowd at this sophisticated watering hole in its namesake neighborhood (the Flatiron District) imbibes seasonal cocktails created by renowned mixologist Julie Reiner. G17 Karaoke One 7C0L4587 29 W. 17th St., btw Fifth & Sixth aves., 212.675.3527, karaoke17.com. With a song list of more than 80,000 tunes— in languages from English to Portuguese to Korean to Tagalog—karaoke is always in tune here. The bar area in front boasts a giant screen for communal singalongs; private rooms are also available. F17 King Cole Bar and SalonC0L634 St. Regis Hotel, 2 E. 55th St., btw Madison & Fifth aves., 212.339.6857, kingcolebar.com. The lavish, legendary bar has been updated, with a chic leopard-print carpet among other renovations. But two things remain constant: Maxfield Parrish’s celebrated 30-foot-long “Old King innewyork.com | juLY 2014 | IN New YORK

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Lexington Bar and BooksC0L5891 1020 Lexington Ave., at E. 73rd St., 212.717.3902, barandbooks.cz. One of the few places in town where patrons can still smoke, this dignified tobacco bar attracts a crowd of well-suited gentlemen who appreciate the extensive whiskey and scotch menu. E11 Loopy Doopy Rooftop BarC0L5132 Conrad New York, 102 North End Ave., 16th fl., at Vesey St., 646.769.4250, conradnewyork.com/loopydoopy. Lounge lizards at this rooftop bar toast the Statue of Liberty in the near distance with Hudson Breeze cocktails (Hudson Manhattan rye, blackberries, simple syrup, ginger beer, lime), alcohol-infused ice pops and small bites. H22 Minus 5° Ice BarC0L4368 New York Hilton Midtown, 1335 Sixth Ave., btw W. 53rd & W. 54th sts., 212.757.4610, minus5experience.com. Chill, baby, chill at this deep freeze of a bar, where the temperature is maintained at a brisk minus 5 degrees and everything is literally served on the rocks: Walls, seating, sculptures—even the cocktail glasses—are made of ice. Gloves, parkas and hats are (thankfully) provided. G13 Sky Room Times SquareC0L41637 Fairfield Inn & Suites, 330 W. 40th St., 33rd fl., btw Eighth & Ninth aves., 212.380.1195, skyroomnyc.com. Five separate spaces, both indoor and outdoor, offer panoramic views, bar food (sliders, pizza, satays), bottle service and specialty cocktails. H14 Summer Garden & Bar at Rock Center CaféC0L5492 Rockefeller Center, Fifth Ave., btw 49th & 50th sts., 212.332.7620, patinagroup.com. The golden statue of Prometheus looks down on a lively, 7,200-square-foot, open-air scene in the heart of Midtown. The beverage menu features cocktails flavored by fresh herbs grown in the on-site garden. G13

Cabaret, comedy & Supper Clubs Carolines on BroadwayC0L35 1626 Broadway, btw W. 49th & W. 50th sts., 212.757.4100, carolines .com. Top comedians and up-and-coming talents appear nightly at this legendary club, including Donnell Rawlings, Paul Mooney and Jim Jefferies. Highlights: Jul. 3-6: Gerald Kelly; Jul. 10-13: Colin Jost. Jul. 17-20: D.L. Hughley; Jul. 24-27: Mary Lynn Rajskub; Jul. 31-Aug. 3: Ron Funches. Times/ prices vary; Cover charge, drink minimum. H13 Comedy CellarC0L9517 117 MacDougal St., btw W. 3rd St. & Minetta Ln., 212.254.3480, comedycellar .com. The Greenwich Village spot is known for unexpected appearances from such famous comedians as Chris Rock, Wanda Sykes, Jon Stewart and Dave Chappelle. Shows nightly. Times/prices vary. G19 Comic Strip LiveC0L7358 1568 Second Ave., btw E. 81st & E. 82nd sts., 212.861.9386, comicstriplive.com. Stand-up and open-mic nights rule at this popular venue, where an 18-year-old Eddie Murphy started out. Times/prices vary. E9 Cutting Room, TheC0L4716 44 E. 32nd St., btw Park and Madison aves., 212.691.1900, thecutting

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roomnyc.com. Eclectic is the word for this music venue, which also welcomes comedy and burlesque to its stage. The guitar is central to the club’s aesthetic: Witness the sinuous guitar-shaped bar. Highlights: Jul. 9: The Kirsten Thien Band with special guest Magnus Berg; Jul. 11: Dead Sessions; Jul. 19: Lipstick Magazine; Jul. 24: James Maddock; Jul. 30: Moonalice. Times/ prices vary. F15

Duane ParkC0L4231 Duane Park, 308 Bowery, btw Houston & Bleecker sts., 212.732.5555, duaneparknyc.com. Seasonal American food with a Southern accent whets the appetite for jazz and burlesque at this swank supper club. Shows Tues-Sat. Times/prices vary. E19 54 BelowC0L5213 254 W. 54th St., btw Broadway & Eighth Ave., 646.476.3551, 54below.com. The Theater District nightclub features up to three shows nightly, starring some of the city’s best and brightest talents. Highlights: Jul. 1 & 8: Chuck Cooper; Jul. 7, 11-12, 14: Lindsay Mendez & Derek Klena; Jul. 21-26, 28-Aug. 2: Patti LuPone: The Lady With the Torch. Times vary; Cover charge $30-$70, food & drink minimum. H13 Galapagos Art SpaceC0L6152 16 Main St., at Water St., DUMBO, Brooklyn, 718.222.8500, galapagosart space.com. Performances at this hipster Brooklyn hot spot, with its own indoor lake, include music, film, dance and burlesque. Every Sat: Floating Kabarette. Times/prices vary. A21 Joe’s PubC0L623 425 Lafayette St., at Astor Pl., 212.539.8778, joespub.com. This Downtown performance space in the Public Theater boasts an array of live entertainment. Highlights: Jul. 1: Canada Day at Joe’s Pub; Jul. 5: Brown Girls Burlesque; Jul. 7: Nona Hendryx; Jul. 12: Lucy Wainwright Roche & Suzzy Roche; Jul. 17: Lady Rizo; Jul. 31: John Early: Literally Me with the Gates Family. Times/prices vary. E18 Larry Flynt’s Hustler Club New YorkC0L43896 641 W. 51st St., at 12th Ave., 212.247.2460, hustlerny .com. The 10,000-square-foot gentlemen’s club, with a casual vibe, features more than 100 exotic entertainers, a brass pole on the main stage, VIP seating, private fantasy suites and a rooftop cigar lounge. Mon-Fri 6 p.m.-4 a.m., Sat 8 p.m.-4 a.m., Sun 8 p.m.-2 a.m.; Cover charges vary. K13 Queen of the NightC0L415 Paramount Hotel, 235 W. 46th St., btw Broadway & Eighth Ave., 866.811.4111, queenofthenightnyc.com. Seventy-five years after it first opened, the Diamond Horseshoe, one of New York’s most famous supper clubs. lives again in its original and lavishly refurbished subterranean location, where it hosts Queen of the Night, a genre-crossing, environmental nightlife entertainment combining dance, music, fashion, circus, theater, food and drink. Tues-Sun, staggered entries each night; $125-$450 per person. Jacket and tie required for gentlemen. H14

Concerts & dance American Ballet TheatreC0L4137 Metropolitan Opera House at Lincoln Center, Columbus Ave., btw W. 63rd & W. 64th sts., 212.362.6000, abt.org. The spring/summer season of one of the world’s foremost ballet companies includes full-evening classics and repertory favorites. Mon-Fri 7:30 innewyork.com | juLY 2014 | IN New YORK

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Barclays CenterC0L452 620 Atlantic Ave., at Flatbush Ave., Brooklyn, 800.745.3000, barclayscenter .com. Top names in entertainment and sports perform at this all-purpose venue in Brooklyn. Highlights: Jul. 16-20: Walking With Dinosaurs; Jul. 24-25: Katy Perry; Jul. 30-Aug. 3: Cirque du Soleil: Varekai. Times/prices vary. AA23

Mercury LoungeC0L451 217 E. Houston St., at Ave. A, 212.260.4700, mercuryloungenyc.com. This small club presents live shows nightly from up-andcoming or obscure artists for a hip clientele. Highlights: Jul. 3: Blackbird Blackbird; Jul. 7: Glass Animals; Jul. 10: White Arrows; Jul. 12: The Shadowboxers; Jul. 16: Ha Ha Tonka; Jul. 17: Zach Deputy; Jul. 18: Lee Bains III and the Glory Fires; Jul. 19: Rising Appalachia; Jul. 20: Emily Danger; Jul. 21: The Jane Shermans; Jul. 22: Freeman; Jul. 23: Vinyl Thief; Jul. 24: The Wytches; Jul. 25: Drenge; Jul. 29: Ben Miller Band; Jul. 30: Scars on 45; Jul. 31: Cherry Glazerr. Times/prices vary. D19

Beacon TheatreC0L9427 2124 Broadway, at W. 74th St., 866.858.0008, beacontheatre.com. Known for its flawless acoustics, this historic theater features pop and rock performances. Highlights: Jul. 7: The Voice Tour; Jul. 8-9, 11: Crosby, Stills & Nash; Jul. 22-23: Sarah McLachlan. Times/prices vary. J11 Best Buy TheaterC0L3457 1515 Broadway, at W. 44th St., 800.745.3000, bestbuytheater.com. Performance venue in the heart of Times Square. Highlight: Jul. 22: RX Bandits and The Deer Hunter. Times/prices vary. G13 Bowery BallroomC0L7386 6 Delancey St., at Bowery, 212.533.2111, boweryballroom.com. Host to indie and alternative bands, this Beaux Arts theater has a subterranean bar and is known for its acoustics. Highlights: Jul. 1: US Air Guitar Championships 2014 Semifinals; Jul. 7: Glass Animals; Jul. 9: Pokey LaFarge; Jul. 11: Owls; Jul. 12: DJ Krush; Jul. 16: The Paper Kites; Jul. 17: Circa Survive; Jul. 24: Veruca Salt; Jul. 25: Everlast (acoustic); Jul. 26: Run River North; Jul. 29: Imelda May. Times/prices vary. D20 Highline BallroomC0L3576 431 W. 16th St., btw Ninth & 10th aves., 866.468.7619, highlineballroom.com. An 800-person venue hosting concerts and private events. Highlights: Jul. 8: Kitten; Jul. 9: Jeff LeBlanc; Jul. 12: Damien Dempsey; Jul. 17: Tony Lucca & Tyler Hilton; Jul. 20: Syleena Johnson. Every Sat: Good Life Saturdays (nightclub). Times/prices vary. I17 Hill Country LiveC0L52816 30 W. 26th St., btw Broadway & Sixth Ave., 212.255.4544, music.hillcountryny .com. A showcase for American roots music is located within a Texas barbecue restaurant. Times/prices vary. G16 Irving PlazaC0L418 17 Irving Pl., btw E. 15th & E. 16th sts., 212.777.6800, irvingplaza.com. The rock music venue has played host to the Ramones, Eric Clapton, Red Hot Chili Peppers and other royalty. Highlights: Jul. 9: Nightmares on Wax; Jul. 11: Guided by Voices; Jul. 15: Goblin; Jul. 16: De La Soul; Jul. 17: Turnpike Troubadours; Jul. 18-20: Bill Nye “The Science Guy.” Times/prices vary. E17 Joyce Theater, TheC0L3596 175 Eighth Ave., btw W. 18th & W. 19th sts., 212.242.0800, joyce.org. Performances by renowned American and international dance troupes. Highlights: Thru Jul. 12: Savion Glover; Jul. 15-Aug. 10: Pilobolus Century. Times/prices vary. H17 Madison Square GardenC0L3517 Seventh Ave., btw W. 31st & W. 33rd sts., 866.858.0008, thegarden .com. Concerts in a variety of genres—but mainly pop, rock and hip-hop—are presented in the spacious, completely redone main arena and more intimate Theater. Highlights: Jul. 2: Billy Joel; Jul. 7-8: Michael Bublé; Jul. 9: Katy Perry; Jul. 14-15: Bruno Mars; Jul. 17: Queen + Adam

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Mostly Mozart FestivalC0L65137 Avery Fisher Hall, Lincoln Center, Columbus Ave., at W. 64th St., 212.721.6500, mostlymozart.org. The annual celebration of Mozart and his contemporaries. Highlights: Jul. 26, 29-30 at Avery Fisher Hall: Mostly Mozart Festival Orchestra. Times/prices vary. Jul. 25-Aug. 23. I12 Naumburg Orchestral ConcertsC0L68724 Naumburg Bandshell, Central Park, btw W. 66th & W. 72nd sts., naumburgconcerts.org. Visitors enjoy classical music performances for free at the outdoor bandshell. Highlights: Jul. 15: Orpheus Chamber Orchestra; Jul. 22: The Knights. All concerts at 7:30 p.m. G11 New York City CenterC0L9428 131 W. 55th St., btw Sixth & Seventh aves., 212.581.1212, nycitycenter .org. The renovated theater welcomes theater, dance and music performances. Highlights: Jul. 1: Randy Newman’s Faust: The Concert; Jul. 16-19: Encores! Off-Center: Pump Boys and Dinettes. Times/prices vary. H13 New York PhilharmonicC0L357 Avery Fisher Hall at Lincoln Center, Columbus Ave., at W. 64th St., 212.875.5656, nyphil.org. New York’s famed orchestra, now in its 172nd season, is under the baton of Music Director Alan Gilbert. Highlights: Jul. 2-3: Bramwell Tovey conducts Rachmaninoff, Tchaikovsky and Friends, with Joyce Yang, piano; Jul. 4-6: Bramwell Tovey conducts “The Commandant’s Own” U.S. Marine Drum & Bugle Corps and Mark Nuccio, clarinet, in Star-Spangled Celebrations. Times/prices vary. Jul. 9-15: The orchestra moves outdoors for New York Philharmonic Concerts in the Parks, a short season of free concerts under the stars (log on for schedule and venues). I12 Radio City Music HallC0L357 1260 Sixth Ave., at W. 50th St., 866.858.0008, radiocity.com. Worldfamous entertainers have thrilled audiences at this Art Deco landmark since 1932. Highlight: Jul. 9: Yes. Times/prices vary. G13 Stage 48C0L419 605 W. 48th St., btw 11th & 12th aves., 212.957.1800, stage48.com. A former stable in Hell’s Kitchen has been converted into a rock concert hall and nightclub, with a horseshoe balcony for prime viewing. Times/prices vary. K14 Terminal 5C0L145 610 W. 56th St., btw 11th & 12th aves., 212.582.6600, terminal5nyc.com. The largest Midtown music venue to open in more than a decade welcomes a mix of musicians. Highlights: Jul. 16-18: Flume; Jul. 29: The Kooks. Times/prices vary. K13

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Be sure to ask for a booster seat so the littlest one in your theater party won’t miss a single spectacular sight in Disney’s Broadway musical Aladdin (above), p. 44. Take the gang to a New York Mets home game. Jul. 11 is Free Shirt Friday: Everyone in attendance gets a Mets logo T-shirt, p. 63. Watch as young and old scratch their heads in disbelief as prestidigitator extraordinaire Steve Cohen pulls yet another rabbit out of a hat, metaphorically speaking, in Chamber Magic, p. 50. Ride Aeromax, a four-passenger crop-duster plane, or practice your aim with a water pistol at Rising Water: There are 15 amusement-park rides at Victorian Gardens, plus hot dogs and sodas, p. 57. Feed the sea lions (daily at 11:30 a.m., 2 & 4 p.m.)—and they’ll bark their thanks—at Brooklyn’s Prospect Park Zoo, p. 56. Bond with your child, while practicing partner yoga, in a 45-minute family yoga class at Karma Kids Yoga, p. 55. Hop a Circle Line Sightseeing Cruise for a 75-minute, family-friendly sail to the Statue of Liberty on Jul. 12: Rock band Baze and His Silly Friends will be on board to provide the live entertainment, p. 64. Order a round of mocktails for the kids—and something stronger for yourself—at Minus 5° Ice Bar, which welcomes young ’uns up to 8 p.m. for an admission charge of $15 (adult admission is $20 and up), p. 58. Thrill to the music of Richard Strauss and Tchaikovsky at a New York Philharmonic concert on Jul. 11 on Central Park’s Great Lawn—and stay for the fireworks that bring the evening to a gala end, this page. Walk through Harlem, visiting Strivers Row and the Abyssinian Baptist Church, among other sights, on Jul. 26 on a Joyce Gold History Tour of New York, p. 64. Thank the lucky stars you’re sitting under that your vacation in NYC is not at all like the one in National Lampoon’s Vacation, the movie you’re watching on Jul. 21 at the HBO/ Bryant Park Summer Film Festival, p. 62.

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Dance Clubs LQC0L9624 511 Lexington Ave., btw E. 47th & E. 48th sts., 212.593.7575, lqny.net. Revelers at this mega dance club, whose initials stand for Latin Quarter, groove to salsa and reggaeton while enjoying decadent cocktails from the bar. Wed, Fri-Sat 10 p.m.-4 a.m. E13 Marquee New YorkC0L4231 289 10th Ave., btw W. 26th & W. 27th sts., 646.473.0202, marqueeny .com. The dance palace has been gutted and totally revamped into an enormous space with 30-foot ceilings, an LED wall and half-a-milliondollars worth of sound and lighting equipment. Wed, Fri-Sat 11 p.m.-4 a.m. J16 PachaC0L3154 618 W. 46th St., btw 11th & 12th aves., 212.209.7500, pachanyc.com. This giant, four-level branch of the world-famous Ibiza club features a spacious dance floor, VIP lounge and international house DJs. Fri-Sat. K14 Webster HallC0L4213 125 E. 11th St., btw Third & Fourth aves., 212.353.1600, websterhall.com. One of New York’s largest dance palaces offers VIP and bottle service. Thurs-Sat. E18

Jazz Clubs B.B. King Blues Club & GrillC0L35 237 W. 42nd St., btw Seventh & Eighth aves., 212.997.4144, bbkingblues.com. A sizzling club named for the legendary musician. Highlights: Jul. 1: Frank Sinatra Tribute; Jul. 2: Night Ranger; Jul. 5: Carlton J. Smith; Jul. 7 & 28: Mary Bridget Davies; Jul. 8: Leela James; Jul. 10: The Original Wailers; Jul. 11: Carl Thomas; Jul. 15: The Tubes; Jul. 16: Los Pericos; Jul. 19: Rahsaan Patterson; Jul. 21: NRBQ; Jul. 24: The Subdudes; Jul. 25: Delbert McClinton; Jul. 30: Mickey Dolenz; Jul. 31: Taylor Dayne. Times/prices vary. Every Sat: Beatles Brunch. Every Sun: Sunday Gospel Brunch. H14 BirdlandC0L9214 315 W. 44th St., btw Eighth & Ninth aves., 212.581.3080, birdlandjazz.com. Famous and new jazz musicians at the “jazz corner of the world.” Highlights: Jul. 1-5: Arturo O’Farrill with Auction Project featuring David Bixler and Victor Prieto; Jul. 8-12: Loston Harris; Jul. 15-19: Ben Allison Group with Ted Nash, Jeremy Pelt, Steve Cardenas, Rudy Royston; Jul. 22-26: John Pizzarelli & The Swing Seven. Sets Mon 7 p.m., Tues-Sun 8:30 & 11 p.m., unless otherwise noted; Dinner nightly 5 p.m.-1 a.m.; Music charges vary, $10 food or drink minimum. I14 Blue NoteC0L315 131 W. 3rd St., btw MacDougal St. & Sixth Ave., 212.475.8592, bluenotejazz.com. Downtown’s legendary jazz lounge. Highlights: Jul. 1-3: Heath Brothers Quintet; Jul. 4-6: Nicole Henry; Jul. 8-13: Dizzy Gillespie All-Star Band; Jul. 15-16: Dirty Dozen Brass Band; Jul. 17-20: Pancho

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Dizzy’s Club Coca-ColaC0L357 Jazz at Lincoln Center, Broadway, at W. 60th St., 5th fl., 212.258.9595, jalc.org/dizzys. Hot jazz, sweeping views and a full menu in an intimate room overlooking Central Park. Highlights: Jul. 1: Bucky Pizzarelli Quartet; Jul. 2-3: Craig Handy 2nd Line Slim; Jul. 11-12: Russell Malone; Jul. 13-16: Igor Butman and the Moscow Jazz Orchestra; Jul. 17-20: Joe Locke featuring Kenny Washington; Jul. 22-23: Marcus Belgrave Quintet; Jul. 24-27: Jon Faddis Quartet; Jul. 29-30: Tia Fuller Quartet; Jul. 31: Willie Jones III Sextet. Sets 7:30 & 9:30 p.m., Late-night sessions Tues-Sat after last artist set; Cover charges $20-$45, $10 minimum. Dinner served nightly. I12 Jazz at KitanoC0L528163 The Kitano New York, 66 Park Ave., at E. 38th St., 212.885.7000, kitano.com. Well-known groups and soloists perform in the intimate jazz club. Times/prices vary. Open jam Mon; Sun jazz brunch buffet 11 a.m. & 1 p.m. F15 SmallsC0L62 183 W. 10th St., at Seventh Ave. So., 212.252.5091, smallsjazzclub.com. This tiny jazz club offers at least three live acts nightly for a cover charge of $20 (good all evening); no drink minimum. Nightly 7:30 p.m.-4 a.m. H18 Village VanguardC0L3562 178 Seventh Ave. So., btw Perry & W. 11th sts., 212.255.4037, villagevan guard.com. A popular Greenwich Village

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Special Events Bastille Day on 60th St.C0L6849 E. 60th St., btw Lexington & Fifth aves., bastilledayny.com. This three-block-long fair celebrates France’s Independence day with food, musical performances, face-painting and more. Jul. 13: Noon-5 p.m.; Free. E12-F12 Broadway BarksC0L6517 Shubert Alley, btw W. 44th & W. 45th sts., btw Broadway & Eighth ave., 212.840.0770, broadwaybarks.com. The annual event, hosted by Mary Tyler Moore and Bernadette Peters, is a star-studded dog and cat adopt-a-thon benefiting New York’s animal shelters and adoption agencies. Jul. 12: 3-6 p.m.; Free. H14 French Restaurant WeekC0L52713 frenchrestaurant week.com. Prominent French restaurants showcase their culinary arts with special menus, priced at $17.89, $35.78 (includes a beverage) and $178.90 (for two or four people, including a bottle of wine). Taxes and gratuities additional. Log on for participating restaurants. Jul. 7-14. Good Morning America Summer Concert SeriesC0L85147 Rumsey Playfield, Central Park, enter at Fifth Ave 72nd St., 7online.com/archive/9531421. Pop music superstars give free public performances every Fri thoughout the summer. Highlights: Jul. 4: Jason Derulo. Jul. 11: Keith Urban; Jul. 18: Zedd; Jul. 25: Kings of Leon. First-come, first-served, park opens at 6 a.m. Thru Aug. 29. G14 HBO/Bryant Park Summer Film FestivalC0L541 Bryant Park, Sixth Ave., btw W. 40th & W. 42nd sts., 212.512.5700, bryantpark.org. Moviegoers settle on the expansive lawn in Bryant Park to picnic and watch free screenings of classic films after sunset. Jul. 7: Blazing Saddles; Jul. 14: Suddenly Last Summer; Jul. 21: National Lampoon’s Vacation; Jul. 28: Key Largo. Every Mon: lawn opens for picnicking at 5 p.m.; films begin between 8 & 9 p.m.; rain date Tues. Thru Aug. 18. G14 Jones Beach TheaterC0L617 Jones Beach Theater, Jones Beach State Park, Wantagh, Long Island, 800.745.3000, jonesbeach.com. Crowds gather at this open-air arena to see the nation’s top performers rock out in evening concerts. Highlights: Jul. 1: Boston; Jul. 10: Aerosmith / Slash; Jul. 11: O.A.R.; Jul. 13: Peter Frampton & The Doobie Brothers; Jul. 16: James Taylor & His All Star Band; Jul. 27: Lady Antebellum. Times/ prices vary. Long Island Railroad operates frequent trains between Manhattan’s Penn Station (Seventh Ave., btw W. 31st & W. 33rd sts.) and Freeport, L.I., where buses connect to Jones Beach. The trip takes approximately one hour. Lincoln Center FestivalC0L65187 Rose Theater, Frederick P. Rose Hall, Broadway, at W. 60th St.; Gerald W. Lynch Theater, John Jay College, 524 W. 59th St., btw 10th & 11th aves.; Avery Fisher Hall, Lincoln Center, Columbus Ave., at W. 65th St.;

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David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center, Columbus Ave., at W. 63rd St.; Park Avenue Armory, 643 Park Ave., btw W. 66th & E. 67th sts., 212.721.6500, lincolncenterfestival.org. Renowned international artists present theater, opera and dance performances. Theater highlight: Jul. 7-12 at the Rose Theater: Kaidan Chibusa no Enoki (The Ghost Tale of the Wet Nurse Tree), performed by Heisei Nakamura-Za Kabuki company. Opera highlights: Jul. 10-13 at the Park Avenue Armory: The Passenger, The Houston Opera’s staging of Mieczyslaw Weinberg’s work; Jul. 12-13 at Avery Fisher Hall: Rimsky-Korsakov’s The Tsar’s Bride, performed in concert by The Bolshoi Opera. Dance highlights: Jul. 8-9, 11-12, 13-16 at the Gerald W. Lynch Theater: Works by Belgian choreographer Anne Teresa de Keersmaker; Jul. 15-27 at the David H. Koch Theater: The Bolshoi Ballet performs Swan Lake (Jul. 15-20), Don Quixote (Jul. 22-23) and Spartacus (Jul. 25-27). Times/prices vary. Tickets available through CenterCharge, 212.721.6500. Jul. 7-Aug. 16. F11

Lincoln Center Out of DoorsC0L582 Various plazas in Lincoln Center, from W. 62nd to W. 65th sts., btw Broadway & Amsterdam Ave., 212.875.5766, lcoutofdoors.org. The annual summer festival features more than 100 free outdoor music and dance performances and family programs. Several performances daily/times vary; Free. Jul. 20-Aug. 10. I12 Macy’s 4th of July FireworksC0L751 212.494.4495, macys.com/fireworks. The 38th annual Independence Day celebration features tens of thousands of fireworks set off from barges on the East River (btw the Manhattan Bridge and the South Street Seaport) with a focus on the Brooklyn Bridge. Jul. 4: 9 p.m. Midsummer Night SwingC0L1657 Damrosch Park at Lincoln Center, W. 62nd St., btw Columbus & Amsterdam aves., 212.721.6500, midsummer nightswing.org. Under the stars, couples move to the sizzling sounds of salsa and samba, groove to disco and funk, and swing to the beats of the 1920s. Highlights: Jul. 1: Milly Quezada. (Merengue); Jul. 2: Save the Last Dance for Me: Roomful of Blues Plays the Music of Doc Pomus. (Jump Blues, Rhythm & Blues, Rock ‘n’ Roll); Jul. 3: The First Ladies of Disco. (Disco, Hustle), Silent Disco 10-11:30 p.m.; Jul. 4: Willie Rosario y Su Orquesta. (Salsa); Jul. 5: James Langton’s New York All-Star Big Band. (Classic Swing); Jul. 8: Vince Giordano and the Nighthawks: Boardwalk Empire. (Swing); Jul. 9: Cojunto Chappottin y Sus Estrelias. (Cuban Son); Jul. 10: Octavio Brunetti Tango Orchestra. (Tango); Jul. 11: Casuarina. (Samba); Jul. 12: Kids’ Dance 3-4:30 p.m. (Ballroom, Salsa, Swing, Merengue), Harlem Renaissance Orchestra: A Tribute to Illinois Jacquet. (Classic Swing, Jump Blues). Dance lessons for all levels: 6:30-7:15 p.m. Live music and dancing: 7:30-10 p.m. $17, $60 four-night pass, $84 six-night pass, $170 full-season pass. Thru Jul. 12. I12 NYC Restaurant Week Summer 2014C0L5721 nycgo.com/restaurantweek. Many renowned restaurants take part in this culinary discount program, offering diners three-course prix fixe lunches ($25) and dinners ($38) (excluding beverage, tax and tip). Log on for a list of participating restaurants. Jul. 21-Aug. 15, Mon-Fri.

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106.7 LITE FM’s Broadway in Bryant ParkC0L96218 Bryant Park, Sixth Ave., btw W. 40th & W. 42nd sts., bryantpark.org. Casts from current Broadway and Off-Broadway musicals perform their greatest hits at this annual summer concert series. Highlights: Jul. 10: Stomp, Rocky, Wicked, If/Then; Jul. 17: Pippin, Chicago, Les Misérables, Atomic, ILuminate; July 24: The Phantom of the Opera, Piece of My Heart, Cinderella, Avenue Q, Bullets Over Broadway; Jul. 31: Rock of Ages, Once, Holler If Ya Hear Me, A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder. Thurs 12:30-1:30 p.m.; Free. Jul. 10-Aug. 14. G14 SummerStageC0L85137 Rumsey Playfield, Central Park, enter at Fifth Ave. & 69th St. 212.360.2777, cityparksfoundation.org/summerstage. Outdoor music and dance performances in 14 NYC parks, including Manhattan’s Central Park. Times vary; Free. Thru Aug. 24. G11 Syfy Movies With a ViewC0L95317 Pier 1, Brooklyn Bridge Park, Furman St. & Old Fulton St., Brooklyn, brooklynbridgepark.org. Movies are shown alfresco on the big screen against the breathtaking backdrop of the Manhattan skyline and Brooklyn Bridge. Highlights: Jul. 10: Duck Soup; Jul. 17: Sharknado; Jul. 24: Fantastic Mr. Fox; Jul. 31: Beetlejuice. Lawn opens at 6 p.m., screenings begin at sunset; Free. Jul. 10-Aug. 28. Times Square ArtsC0L95317 Times Square, Broadway, btw W. 42nd & W. 47th sts., timessquarenyc.org/ arts. Times Square, known as the crossroads of the world, showcases contemporary artists on an ongoing basis. Highlight: Jul. 1-31: Midnight Moment: Chris Doyle’s “Bright Canyon” is simultaneously displayed for three minutes on multiple screens throughout the area. Nightly 11:57 p.m.-midnight. I14 Toyota Summer Concert Series on TodayC0L85917 Rockefeller Plz., W. 49th St., btw Fifth & Sixth aves., today.com. Music’s megastars perform free weekly concerts on the famed plaza for the Today show’s early morning nationwide TV audience. Highlights: Jul. 4: Ed Sheeran; Jul. 11: Fifth Harmony; Jul. 18: Jason Mraz; Jul. 25: OneRepublic; Jul. 29: Jennifer Hudson. Performances from 7 a.m. Thru Aug. 30. G13

Spectator Sports & Gambling Belmont ParkC0L395 2150 Hempstead Turnpike, Elmont, NY, 516.488.6000, nyra.com/belmont. The finest Thoroughbreds compete at the bucolic racing complex. Thru Jul. 13: Spring/Summer Meet. Post times 1 p.m. Wed-Sun. Empire City Casino at Yonkers RacewayC0L9421 Yonkers Raceway, 810 Yonkers Ave., at Central Park Ave., 914.968.4200, empirecitycasino.com. More than 5,300 gaming machines, year-round harness racing and restaurants (from snacks and a food court to fine dining), plus simulcasts from other leading racetracks. Daily 9 a.m.-4 a.m. New York MetsC0L5314 Citi Field, 123-01 Roosevelt Ave., btw 114th & 126th sts., Flushing, Queens, 718.507.8499, newyorkmets.com. The National League baseball team plays home games at Citi Field in Queens. Highlights: Jul. 4-6: Texas Rangers; Jul. 7-10: Atlanta Braves; Jul. 11-13: Miami Marlins; Jul. 28-30: Philadelphia Phillies. Times/prices vary. innewyork.com | july 2014 | IN New YORK

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tours American Museum of Natural History Expeditions 800.462.8687, amnhexpedi tions.org. Explore beyond the halls of the museum. Destinations/schedules/prices vary. Big Apple Greeter 212.669.8159, bigapple greeter.org. Visitors can see the Big Apple through the eyes of a native New Yorker. Free. Circle Line Downtown Pier 16, South Street Seaport, btw Fulton & South sts., 212.742.1969. circlelinedowntown.com. One-hour cruises aboard a New York Water Taxi offer views of Liberty and Ellis islands. Times vary; $30 adults, $19 children 3-12. D22 Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises Pier 83, 12th Ave., at W. 42nd St., 866.944.4707, circleline42.com. Full-island, Semi-circle, Harbor Lights and Liberty cruises. Times/prices vary. K14 CitySights NY Visitor Center: 234 W. 42nd St. (Madame Tussauds Lobby), btw Seventh & Eighth aves., 212.812.2700, citysightsny.com. Daily double-decker bus tours. Times/prices vary. k15 Citysightseeing Cruises New York Pier 78, 455 12th Ave., at W. 38th St., 212.445.7599, citysightseeingnewyork.com. Daily cruises include the 90-minute Midtown Cruise. Times vary; $29 adults, $18 children 3-11. k15 Gray Line New York Sightseeing Visitors Center: 777 Eighth Ave., btw W. 47th & W. 48th sts., 212.445.0848, 800.669.0051, graylinenewyork.com. Climate-controlled, double-decker buses tour the city. Times/prices vary. i14 Joyce Gold History Tours of New YorkC0L584 212.242.5762, joycegoldhistorytours.com. For over 30 years, Joyce Gold has been conducting story-filled, two-hour private and public walking tours of New York neighborhoods and sights. Dates/times vary. $20 general, $15 seniors (62+). Liberty Helicopters Sightseeing Tours Downtown Manhattan Heliport, Pier 6, at South & Broad sts., 800.542.9933, 212.967.6464, libertyhelicopter.com. Tours last 12-15 and 18-20 mins. and cost about $150-$215 per person. E23 Madison Square Garden All-Access Tour Madison Square Garden, Seventh Ave., at W.

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Municipal Art Society of New York Tours mas.org/tours. Historians, architects, teachers and other urban professionals lead themed walking tours of neighborhoods and sights lasting approximately two hours. New York Water Taxi Pier 17, South Street Seaport, btw Fulton & South sts., 866.985.2542, nywatertaxi.com. Visitors can choose from a one-hour Statue of Liberty Express tour (daily), the VIP Statue by Night: Air & Sea tour by helicopter and boat (Thurs-Sat) or the Hop-On/ Hop-Off service with National September 11 Memorial Pass (daily). Times/prices vary. D22 Official Central Park Tours centralparknyc .org/tours. Guided and self-guided tours take in the historic, design and horticultural wonders of the 843-acre park. Times/prices vary. Official Grand Central Terminal Tour E. 42nd St., btw Lexington & Vanderbilt aves., grandcentralterminal.com/info/tours. Visitors can explore the 100-year-old Beaux Arts landmark and commuter railroad terminus on a self-guided tour (available in six languages) 9 a.m.-6 p.m. daily or on a guided tour at 12:30 p.m. daily. Audio tour: $8 adults, $7 seniors, $6 students/children; guided tour: $20 adults, $15 seniors/students/children under 10/military. F14 Radio City Stage Door Tour Radio City Music Hall, 1260 Sixth Ave., at W. 50th St., 212.247.4777, radiocity.com/tours. The concert hall’s secrets are revealed on a guided walking tour that explores the Art Deco interiors and introduces visitors to a Rockette. Daily 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; $19.95 adults, $15 seniors/children 12 and under. g13 Spirit Cruises Pier 61, Chelsea Piers, W. 23rd St. & the West Side Hwy., 866.483.3866, spiritofnew york.com. Dine and dance while cruising New York harbor. Times/prices vary. k17 Statue Cruises Castle Clinton Ticket Office in Battery Park, 201.604.2800, statuecruises.com. Daily ferries to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. Times vary; $18 adults, $14 seniors (61+), $9 children ages 4-12, under 4 free. f24 TCM Classic Film Tour tcm.com/tours. Three-hour bus tours take in famous and familiar Manhattan locations as seen in the movies, including the Empire State Building and Central Park. Tues, Thurs & Sat at 11:30 a.m.; $41. TMZ Tour NYC 1.855.486.9692, tmz.com/tour/ nyc. Two-hour bus tours of where A-listers go to party and be seen depart daily under the auspices of the often scandalous and outrageous celebrity news website and TV show. Times vary; $49 adults, $39 children. United Nations First Ave., at E. 43rd St., 212.963.8687, visit.un.org. Guided tours of the peace-keeping organization. Mon-Fri 10:15 a.m.-4:15 p.m.; $16 adults, $11 seniors (60+)/ students, $9 children 5-12, children under 5 not admitted. Tickets must be purchased online. k14

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1 Nearly 300 works comprise a retrospective devoted to a Brazilian artist in Lygia Clark: The Abandonment of Art, 1948–1988, thru Aug. 24. | The Museum of Modern Art, p. 68 2 The Annual 2014: Redefining Tradition surveys contemporary American art, thru Sept. 14. | National Academy Museum & School of Fine Arts, p. 68 3 In a World of Their Own: Coney Island Photographs by Aaron Rose gets intimate with beachgoers in the 1960s, thru Aug. 3. | Museum of the City of New York, p. 68

impressive selection of hangars built and designed during World War II and containing operational warplanes from WWII battles and authentic period flight gear, plus a collection of WWII vehicles and artillery. Thurs-Sun 10:30 a.m.-4 p.m.; $10 adults, $8 veterans/seniors (65+), $5 children 4-12, under 4 free.

artifacts, gems and minerals (including a rare 2-foot-long jade slab) and more. Thru Aug. 10: The Power of Poison; Thru Jan. 4, 2015: Pterosaurs: Flight in the Age of Dinosaurs. Daily 10 a.m.-5:45 p.m.; Suggested $22 adults, $17 seniors/students (with ID), $12.50 ages 2-12. I10

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American Folk Art Museum 05 2 Lincoln Square, Columbus Ave., btw W. 65th & W. 66th sts., 212.595.9533, folkartmuseum.com. This museum is known for its exhibits of Americana, crafts and collectibles, dating from the 18th century to today. Tues-Sat noon-7:30 p.m., Sun noon-6 p.m.; Free. I12

Bronx Documentary CenterC0L415 614 Courtlandt Ave., at E. 151st St., Bronx, 718.993.3512, bronxdoc.org. International documentary projects, along with multimedia exhibitions, discussions and events, are hosted at this nonprofit gallery and educational space, which was founded in the Bronx in 2011. Thurs-Fri 3-7 p.m., Sat-Sun 1-5 p.m. Pay what you wish. D2

American Airpower MuseumC0L362 Republic Airport, 1230 New Highway, at Farmingdale Rd., Farmingdale, L.I., 631.293.6398, americanairpow ermuseum.com. Visitors can explore an

American Museum of Natural HistoryC0L365 Central Park W., at W. 79th St., 212.769.5100, amnh.org. Guests explore halls filled with dinosaur skeletons, historical dioramas, one-of-a-kind

Bronx Museum of the Arts 05 1040 Grand Concourse, at 165th St., Bronx, 718.681.6000, bronxmuseum.org. A curated selection of works by contemporary artists of African, Asian and

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PHOTos: lygia clark, “superficie modulada no. 9,” courtesy associaÇÃo culture “O Mundo de Lygia Clark,” rio de janeiro; alfred leslie, “Gustav von aschenbach,” courtesy janet borden inc. and the artist; in a world of their own, © aaron rose/courtesy museum of the city of new york; groundbreakers, courtesy the new york botanical garden; oil and water, courtesy wei jia; william shakespeare, “comedies, histories & tragedies,” courtesy the bodleian library, oxford

The letters/numbers at the end of each listing are NYC Map coordinates (pp. 80-82)

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1 Historic images complement modern landscaping in Groundbreakers: Great American Gardens and the Women Who Designed Them, thru Sept. 7. | New York Botanical Garden, p. 68 2 Chinese calligraphy, poetry and painting unite in Oil and Water: Reinterpreting Ink, thru Sept. 14. | Museum of Chinese in America, p. 68 3 Marks of Genius: Treasures From the Bodleian Library spotlights creative masterminds, thru Sept. 14. | The Morgan Museum & Library, p. 68

.org. Built in 1719 as a residence for the merchant Stephen Delancey, the building now houses Revolutionary War-era manuscripts, regular exhibitions and period rooms. Daily noon-5 p.m.; $7 adults, $4 seniors (65+)/ages 6-8/students, under 5 free. F23

Guggenheim Museum, The Solomon R.C0L136 1071 Fifth Ave., at 89th St., 212.423.3500, guggenheim.org. One of the most significant architectural icons of the 20th century, Frank Lloyd Wright’s famous spiraling landmark celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2009. Thru Sept. 1: Italian Futurism, 1909-1944: Reconstructing the Universe. Sun-Wed & Fri 10 a.m.-5:45 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.-7:45 p.m.; $22 adults, $18 seniors (65+)/students (with ID), under 12 free, Sat 5:45-7:45 p.m. pay what you wish. G8 International Center of PhotographyC0L4673 1133 Sixth Ave., at W. 43rd St., 212.857.0000, icp.org. More than 100,000 photographs are in the permanent collection of this museum and school. Tues-Thurs, Sat-Sun 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Fri 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; $14 adults, $10 seniors/students, under 12 free, Fri 5-8 p.m. pay what you wish. G14

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Brooklyn MuseumC0L367 200 Eastern Pkwy., at Washington Ave., Prospect Heights, Brooklyn, 718.638.5000, brooklynmuseum.org. More than 1 million objects, from ancient Egyptian artifacts to American and European contemporary art, are housed in this museum. Wed, Fri-Sun 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Thurs 11 a.m.-10 p.m., first Sat of every month 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Suggested $12 adults, $8 seniors (62+)/students, under 12 with adult free. Children’s Museum of ManhattanC0L5314 212 W. 83rd St., btw Amsterdam Ave. & Broadway, 212.721.1223., cmom.org. Interactive exhibitions for adults and children, such as EatSleepPlay: Building Health Every Day and Adventures With Dora and Diego. Thru Dec. 31: Jazzed! The Changing Beat of 125th Street. Tues-Fri, Sun 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; $11 adults/ children, $7 seniors, under 1 and first Fri of each month 5-8 p.m. free. J9

Cloisters Museum and Gardens, TheC0L368 Fort Tryon Park, 99 Margaret Corbin Dr., at Fort Washington Ave., 212.923.3700, metmuseum.org. This branch of the Metropolitan Museum of Art features medieval European art. Daily 10 a.m.-5:15 p.m.; Suggested $25 adults, $17 seniors, $12 students, under 12 free with adult. G9 El Museo del BarrioC0L316 1230 Fifth Ave., at 104th St., 212.831.7272, elmuseo.org. The rich cultural heritage of Latin America and the Caribbean is celebrated at this center of Latino pride. Tues-Sat 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun 1-5 p.m.; Suggested $9 adults, $5 seniors/students, seniors on Wed and under 12 free. G7 Ellis Island Immigration Museum 05 Ferry (Statue Cruises): 201.604.2800; ellisisland.org. Visitors seeking their heritage are welcomed on this historic island to view artifacts and exhibits, and take an audio tour. Open daily; Free. Fraunces Tavern Museum 0136 54 Pearl St., at Broad St., 212.425.1778, frauncestavernmuseum

Intrepid Sea, Air & Space MuseumC0L4673 Pier 86, 12th Ave., at W. 46th St., 212.245.0072, intrepidmuseum.org. The famed aircraft carrier offers multimedia presentations, exhibits and flight simulators, the submarine USS Growler, British Airways Concorde and space shuttle Enterprise. Daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; General admission: $24 adults, $20 seniors (62+)/college students, $19 children ages 7-17, $17 veterans, $12 ages 3-6, under 3, retired military and active duty free. K14 Jewish Museum, TheC0L7316 1109 Fifth Ave., at 92nd St., 212.423.3200, thejewishmuseum.org. A noted repository of paintings, sculpture, drawings, films, theater performances and concerts exploring 4,000 years of Jewish culture. Fri-Tues 11 a.m.-5:45 p.m., Thurs 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; $15 adults, $12 seniors (65+), $7.50 students, under 18 and Sat free. Pay what you wish. G8 Metropolitan Museum of Art, TheC0L4316 1000 Fifth Ave., at 82nd St., 212.535.7710, metmuseum .org. Known for its extensive collection of American, medieval, Oriental, Oceanic, Islamic and ancient arts, plus the Costume Institute and galleries of 19th- and 20th-century European paintings and sculpture. Thru Jul. 27: Lost Kingdoms: Hindu-Buddhist Sculpture of Early Southeast Asia, 5th to 8th Century. Sun-Thurs 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Fri-Sat 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Suggested $25 adults, $17 seniors (65+), $12 students (with ID), under 12 with adult free. G9 innewyork.com | july 2014 | IN New YORK

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Museum at FIT, The C0L3Seventh Ave., at W. 27th St., 212.217.4558, fitnyc.edu. Fashion is celebrated through public programs and exhibitions at this institution of clothing. Tues-Fri noon-8 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Free. H16 Museum of Arts and DesignC0L36 2 Columbus Circle, btw Broadway & Eighth Ave., 212.299.7777, madmuseum.org. The transformation of materials into expressive objects is explored at this center for innovative arts and crafts. Tues-Sun 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Thurs-Fri 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; $16 adults, $14 seniors, $12 students, children under 18 free, Thurs & Fri 6-9 p.m. pay what you wish. F13 Museum of Chinese in AmericaC0L457 215 Centre St., btw Howard & Grand sts., 212.619.4785, mocanyc.org. The culture, history and struggles of Chinese people in the U.S. are presented through exhibits, films and performances. Tues & Wed, Fri-Sun 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Thurs 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; $10 adults, $5 seniors (65+)/students (with ID), under 12 and Thurs free. F20 Museum of Jewish Heritage—A Living Memorial to the HolocaustC0L1594 Edmond J. Safra Plaza, 36 Battery Pl., btw West St. & First Pl., 646.437.4202, mjhnyc.org. Created in 1997 as a memorial to Holocaust victims. Sun-Tues & Thurs 10 a.m.-5:45 p.m., Wed 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Fri 10 a.m.-3 p.m., eve of major Jewish holidays 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; $12 adults, $10 seniors (65+), $7 students, under 12 and Wed 4-8 p.m. free. F23 Museum of Modern Art, TheC0L7316 11 W. 53rd St., btw Fifth & Sixth aves., 212.708.9400, moma.org. More than 150,000 modern and contemporary works, including sculpture, photographs, drawings and paintings, plus 22,000 films, are in the collection of this museum. Thru Aug. 24: Lygia Clark: The Abandonment of Art, 1948-1988. Mon-Thurs, Sat-Sun 10:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Fri 10:30 a.m.-8 p.m.; $25 adults, $18 seniors (65+), $14 students, under 16 and Fri 4-8 p.m. free. G13 Museum of the City of New YorkC0L5914 1220 Fifth Ave., at 103rd St., 212.534.1672, mcny.org. The city and its history are on display in more than 1 million paintings, photographs and artifacts. Daily 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Suggested $20 families, $10 adults, $6 seniors/students, under 12 free. F7 Museum of the Moving ImageC0L52914 36-01 35th Ave., at 37th St., Astoria, Queens, 718.777.6888, movingimage.us. The art, history and technology of film, television and digital media are explored through artifacts. Wed-Thurs 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Fri 10:30 a.m.-8 p.m., Sat-Sun 11:30 a.m.-7 p.m.; $12 adults, $9 seniors (65+)/students, $6 ages 3-12, under 3 and Fri 4-8 p.m. free. AA10 National Academy Museum & School of Fine ArtsC0L4827 1083 Fifth Ave., btw 89th & 90th sts.,

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National Museum of the American IndianC0L8316 1 Bowling Green, across from Battery Park, 212.514.3700, nmai.si.edu. Celebrating Native American culture in exhibitions culled from the Smithsonian Institution’s extensive collection of decorative and functional ethnographic objects. Sun-Wed, Fri-Sat 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thurs 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Free. F23 Neue Galerie New YorkC0L59134 1048 Fifth Ave., at 86th St., 212.628.6200, neuegalerie.org. Early-20th-century German and Austrian art and design by Egon Schiele, Otto Dix and others. Thurs-Mon 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; $20 adults, $10 seniors (65+)/students, first Fri of each month 6-8 p.m. free; children 12-16 must be accompanied by an adult, children under 12 are not admitted. G9 New MuseumC0L784 235 Bowery, btw Rivington & Stanton sts., 212.219.1222, newmuseum.org. Focusing on innovation, this museum exhibits pieces by cutting-edge artists. Wed, Fri-Sun 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Thurs 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; $16 adults, $12 seniors, $10 students, under 18 free, Thurs 7-9 p.m. pay what you wish. D20 New York Botanical GardenC0L4857 2900 Southern Blvd., Bronx, 718.817.8700, nybg.org. Lush gardens, walking trails and exhibitions offer an escape from the city. Tues-Sun 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Grounds-only admission: $13 adults, $6 seniors/ students, $3 children ages 2-12, children under 2 free. All-garden pass (grounds plus exhibitions): $20 adults, $18 seniors/students, $8 children ages 2-12, children under 2 free. Free grounds admission Wed all day and Sat 9-10 a.m. New-York Hstorical Society Museum & LibraryC0L9316 170 Central Park W., at W. 77th St., 212.873.3400, nyhistory.org. This Upper West Side institution, devoted to the history of New York, houses photographs, Hudson River School landscapes, manuscripts and more. Tues-Thurs, Sat 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Fri 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; $18 adults, $14 seniors/educators, $12 students, $6 ages 5-13, under 5 free. I10 New York Transit MuseumC0L362 Boerum Pl., at Schermerhorn St., Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn, 718.694.1600, mta.info/mta/museum. Housed in a 1936 subway station, this museum explores the impact of NYC’s public transportation system. Tues-Fri 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sat-Sun 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Reservations required for tours/special events; $7 adults, $5 seniors (62+)/ages 2-17 with adult, under 2 and Wed seniors free. 9/11 Tribute CenterC0L3642 120 Liberty St., btw Greenwich St. & Trinity Pl., 866.737.1184, tributewtc.org. Recovered objects and narratives by family members of victims offer an outlet to remember the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center. Mon-Sat 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; $17 adults, $12 seniors/ students/military, $5 children 6-12. G22 Paley Center for Media, TheC0L47 25 W. 52nd St., btw Fifth & Sixth aves., 212.621.6800, paleycenter .org. The former Museum of Television and Radio

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Kids can make their own tap shoes and try to dance upon a staircase like Bill “Bojangles” Robinson (above) famously did in Blackbirds of 1928 at the Children’s Museum of Manhattan’s jazz music exhibition, p. 67. Families can compare what they would weigh on different planets using special scales at the Rose Center for Earth and Space, p. 69. Many little girls fantasize about becoming princesses when they grow up. They’ll love the stunning gowns fit for royalty at the permanent collection of The Museum at FIT, this page. Families can make their own time capsules at the New York Transit Museum’s Underground Summer party on Jul. 10 at 6 p.m., this page. The Skyscraper Museum hosts a regular rotation of family programs, such as a building workshop on Jul. 12, on Saturdays at 10:30 a.m., p. 69. Kids can learn about orbits and gravitational pull by playing “space pinball” at the Exploreum, the Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum’s 13,000-square-foot interactive exhibition space for families, p. 67. Hundreds of years of American history are presented through family-friendly exhibits and interactive games at the DiMenna Children’s History Museum, located within The New-York Historical Society Museum & Library, this page.

focuses on the social impact of media technology, as well as the collection and preservation of media since the 1950s. Wed, Fri-Sun noon-6 p.m., Thurs noon-8 p.m.; Suggested $10 adults, $8 seniors/students, $5 under 14. G13

Queens Museum New York City Building, Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Queens, 718.592.9700, queensmuseum.org. One of the main attractions at this museum, which hosts regular exhibitions, is the Panorama of New York City, a 10,000-square-foot scale rendering of the city. The panorama offers exquisite detail and

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Morgan Library & Museum, TheC0L473 225 Madison Ave., at E. 36th St., 212.685.0008, themorgan.org. The priceless collection of books, manuscripts, drawings and prints includes three extant copies of the Gutenberg Bible. Thru Sept. 14: Miracles in Miniature: The Art of the Master of Claude de France. Tues-Thurs 10:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Fri 10:30 a.m.-9 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sun 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; $18 adults, $12 seniors (65+)/ students/ages 13-16, under 13 with adult and Fri 7-9 p.m. free. F15

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Monuments & Statues National September 11 Memorial & MuseumC0L415879 1 Albany St., at Greenwich St., 212.266.5200, 911memorial.org. Waterfalls are set within the footprints of the Twin Towers, which were destroyed on Sept. 11, 2001. The names of the victims of the attacks on the World Trade Center are inscribed on parapets. Daily 10 a.m.-8 p.m., last entry at 7 p.m.; Free visitor passes to the memorial are required in advance by registering online or calling 212.266.5200. Museum admission: $24 adults, $18 seniors, ($65+), U.S. veterans, college students; $15 youth (7-17); children under 6 and Tues 5-8 p.m. free. G22 New York City Vietnam Veterans Memorial PlazaC0L368 Vietnam Veterans Plz., 55 Water St., opposite Coenties Slip, 212.471.9496, vietnamveteransplaza.com. This space commemorates the sacrifice made by New Yorkers during the Vietnam War: The Walk of Honor lists the names of those 1,741 local individuals who were lost in the conflict. 24/7; Free. E23 Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic SiteC0L657 28 E. 20th St., btw Park Ave. So. & Broadway, 212.260.1616, nps.gov/thrb. The reconstruction of the home of the United States’ 26th president includes furnishings and objects from the Roosevelt family residence. Guided tours of the period rooms are offered every hour starting at 10 a.m., Tues-Sat 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (no tour at noon); Free. G16

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recent openingS Bâtard– C0L4589New American 239 W. Broadway, at N. Moore St., 212.219.2777, myriadrestaurant group.com. European-inflected fare is offered in two-, three- and four-course tasting menus, and served in a elegant, modern and minimalist 65-seat space. Dinner Tues-Sat; $$$-$$$$ G21 Hudson Eats– C0L45897Various Brookfield Place, 200 Vessey St., at West St., 212.417.7000, brookfield

placeny.com. A wide variety of vendors are gathered under one roof at this new foodie complex with waterfront views, featuring eats from Mighty Quinn’s, Black Seed, Blue Ribbon Sushi, Umami Burger, Num Pang, Dos Toros, Tartinery, Little Muenster, Olive’s, Chop’t, Dig Inn, Skinny Pizza and Sprinkles. Breakfast, lunch, dinner daily; $$ G22

Union Bar & Kitchen– C0L4589New American 300 Spring St., btw Hudson & Renwick sts., 646.791.0005, unionbarandkitchen.com. Mexican, Asian, French and American flavors are brought together (hence the namesake “union”) in a white-tiled, causal atmosphere with rustic wood tables, black leather banquettes, and

PHOTOs: michael jordan’s the steakhouse n.y.c., battman photography; aquavit, geert teuwen; agozar cuban bistro, luke ballard; da marcella, atsushi tomioka

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Marea– C0L572Italian Seafood 240 Central Park So., btw Broadway & Seventh Ave., 212.582.5100, marea-nyc.com. Chef Michael White’s fresh fish and shellfish dishes—roasted monkfish with shell beans affumicato and pearl onions—are served in a room designed to resemble a yacht (the name translates to “tide” in Italian, after all). Lunch Mon-Fri, dinner nightly, brunch Sat-Sun; I12 $$$

Buddakan– C0LM 3196 odern Asian 75 Ninth Ave., btw W. 15th & W. 16th sts., 212.989.6699, budda kannyc.com. The majestically expansive space serves updated dim sum (hoisin-glazed pork belly with spicy shallots, lobster egg rolls) and inventive entrées such as kung pao monkfish, ginger-crusted lamb chops and wok-tossed black H18 pepper rib eye. Dinner nightly; $$$

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Chinatown Fiat Cafe– C0L78431Italian 203 Mott St., btw Spring & Kenmare sts., 212.969.1809, fiatcafenyc.com. Bruschetta crostini, antipasti, salads, panini, pasta (fusilli with pesto sauce and potatoes), chicken tossed with lemon caper sauce and a simple yet elegant bagel and lox, along with a mouthwatering wine list in a cozy space with a hip, vintage feel and a youthful clientele. E21 Breakfast, lunch, dinner daily; Cash only; $$

Park Room Restaurant, The– C0L348Continental The Helmsley Park Lane Hotel, 36 Central Park So., btw Fifth & Sixth aves., 212.521.6655, parklanenewyork.com. A menu of seafood and meats—yellowfin tuna carpaccio, braised beef short ribs—is served against a scenic and bucolic Central Park backdrop. Breakfast, lunch, dinner G12 daily, brunch Sat-Sun; $$$

Cookshop– C0LS 94135 easonal American 156 10th Ave., at W. 20th St., 212.924.4440, cookshopny .com. Chef Marc Meyer prepares sustainable cuisine with Mediterranean flavors (Block Island albacore tuna with beans and pesto, spit-roasted rabbit over charred vegetable bread salad and eggplant) at this corner outpost with an open kitchen. Breakfast, lunch Mon-Fri, dinner nightly, brunch Sat-Sun; $$ E15

Peking Duck House– C0L4835Chinese 28 Mott St., btw Pell & Worth sts., 212.227.1810, pekingduck housenyc.com; and one other NYC location. In a simply decorated dining room, the namesake classic roast duck is served with housemade pancakes, green scallions, cucumbers and plum sauce. Lunch, dinner daily; $ E21

South Gate– C0L348Modern American JW Marriott Essex House, 154 Central Park So., btw Sixth & Seventh aves., 212.484.5120, southgateresta urantnyc.com. An elegant menu—maple-glazed duck, half rack of lamb—is presented in a chic

Empire Diner– C0L4A 951 merican 210 10th Ave., at W. 22nd St., 212.596.7523, empire-diner.com. The iconic, 24-hour, 1940s-style eatery—which has been featured on the silver screen in such films as Manhattan and Home Alone 2—gets a much

Vegetarian Dim Sum House– C0L78451Chinese 24 Pell St., btw Bowery & Mott sts., 212.577.7176, vegetariandimsum.com. Wheat gluten and bean curd create mock-meat versions of classic dishes. Brunch, lunch, dinner daily; Cash only; $$ E21

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dining East Village Agozar Cuban Bistro– C0L614Cuban 324 Bowery, btw Bleecker & Bond sts., 212.677.6773, agozarnyc.com. Orange walls, hardwood floors and potted greenery frame this dynamic, colorful bistro—whose name aptly means “enjoy yourself, have a good time!”—where piquant signature dishes include empanaditas, ropa vieja (Creolestyle shredded beef) and churrasco (grilled skirt steak with chimichurri sauce and shoestring fries). Lunch Mon-Fri, dinner nightly, brunch Sat-Sun; $$ E19 Au Za’atar– C0L4529French/Arabic. 188 Ave. A, at E. 12th St., 212.254.5660., auzaatar.com. This fusion bistro—lit by lamps made from wooden pallets—serves traditional dishes from Lebanon, Tunisia and Morocco. Expect mezze platters and Lebanese ales. Lunch, dinner daily; $-$$ D18 Schnitz– C0L45831International 177 First Ave., at E. 11th St., 646.861.3923, schnitznyc.com. A brick-and-mortar extension of the popular Smorgasburg food stand, this tasty tribute to the breaded and fried cutlet serves up sandwiches—such as the Grumpy Russian (pork loin, pickled cherries, Gorgonzola) and the Lt. Dan (shrimp, jicama-fennel slaw) in a casual, quickservice atmosphere. Lunch, dinner daily; $ D18

Financial District Cipriani Wall Street– C0L6914I7 talian 55 Wall St., btw William & Hanover sts., 212.699.4099, cipriani.com. A historic building with towering Greek Revival architecture creates an aura of exclusivity as guests sip signature Bellinis and dine on elegant, traditional cuisine, such as roast rack of veal in natural sauce and risotto with asparagus. Breakfast, lunch, dinner MonFri; $$$ E18 Fraunces Tavern– C0L43A 15 merican 54 Pearl St., at Broad St., 212.968.1776, frauncestavern.com. Founded in 1762, this historic locale, where Gen. George Washington bade farewell to his officers, features a selection of traditional American comfort foods, such as smoked haddock chowder and roasted half chicken with duck fat parsnips. Lunch Mon-Fri, dinner nightly, brunch Sat-Sun; $$$ F23 Reserve Cut– C0L4578Kosher Steak House The Setai Wall Street, 40 Broad St., btw Beaver St. & Exchange Pl., 212.747.0300, reservecut.com. Opened by Albert Allaham, who comes from a long line of butchers, this elegant restaurant features quality sushi, seafood and cuts of meat, from salmon-avocado rolls to blackened tuna salad to boneless rib eye. Lunch Mon-Fri, dinner nightly; $$$ F23

Flatiron District & Union Square ABC Kitchen– C0L5A 186 merican 35 E. 18th St., btw Park Ave. So. & Broadway, 212.475.5829, abchome.com. Enjoy Chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten’s regionally grown, organic cuisine in a room constructed with salvaged and recycled building materials. Dishes include wood-oven-roasted Maine lobster with oregano and lemon-chili vinaigrette and fettuccine with black truffles, mozzarella and Parmesan. Lunch Mon-Fri, dinner nightly, brunch Sat-Sun; $$$ F17

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General Assembly– C0L341E 5 uropean-American 360 Park Ave. So., at E. 26th St., 212.951.7111, generalassemblyrestaurant.com. Casual sophistication in an Art Nouveau-inspired, 170-seat space, formerly inhabited by The Hurricane Club, with a European-inflected menu, featuring dishes such as roasted beets with tangy ginger-lime yogurt and rabbit Wellington with peas and carrots. Lunch MonFri, dinner nightly. $$-$$$ F16 Mihoko’s 21 Grams– C0L5271French/Japanese 16 W. 22nd St., btw Fifth & Sixth aves., 212.741.0021, mihokos21grams.com. Mihoko Kiyokawa’s team of chefs fuse culinary traditions amid Versailleslike opulence. Dinner Tues-Sat; $$$$ G17

Garment District Frankie & Johnnie’s Steakhouse– C0L6398Steak House 32 W. 37th St., btw Fifth & Sixth aves., 212.947.8940; 269 W. 45th St., btw Broadway & Eighth Ave., 212.997.9494, frankieandjohnnies .com. The classic steak house boasts prime cuts of beef and a raw bar featuring shrimp and lobster cocktails, Pine Island oysters and littleneck clams. Complimentary limo rides are offered to and from the 37th St. location from Midtown (gratuity not included). Lunch Mon-Fri, dinner Mon-Sat; $$ G15, H14 Macy’s Cellar Bar & Grill– C0L685American The Cellar at Macy’s, 151 W. 34th St., at Broadway, 212.868.3001, patinagroup.com. This subterranean eatery, located within the iconic department store, serves gourmet classics such as crab cakes; grilled fish and steaks; Angus beef, falafel, salmon and turkey burgers and chicken Caesar salad. Lunch, dinner daily; $$ H15 Nick & Stef’s Steakhouse– C0L94238Steak House 9 Penn Plaza, at W. 33rd St. & Eighth Ave., 212.563.4444, patinagroup.com. Dry-aged steaks, veal and double-cut lamb chops— served with signature sauces, from peppercorn to wild mushroom—are balanced by grilled seafood offerings in an ultra-contemporary ambience. Lunch Mon-Fri, dinner Mon-Sat; H16 $$

Gramercy Park A Voce– C0L4165Italian 41 Madison Ave., at E. 26th St., 212.545.8555, avocerestaurant.com; and one other NYC location. Seasonal fusion cuisine— from seafood to pasta to meat dishes—in a space with dramatic modern décor. The patio, seating about 100 guests, boasts Madison Square Park views. Lunch Mon-Fri, dinner Mon-Sat; $$$ F16 Blue Smoke– C0L652B 7 arbecue 116 E. 27th St., btw Lexington Ave. & Park Ave. So., 212.447.7733, bluesmoke.com. Pitmaster Kenny Callaghan slow-smokes ribs and fish in wood-burning pit smokers. His meaty menu can be sampled in a dining room with rustic touches. Lunch, dinner daily; $$ F16 Friend of a Farmer– C0L216American 77 Irving Pl., btw E. 18th & E. 19th sts., 212.477.2188, friendofafarmerny.com. Inspired by Co-owner Terry Morabito’s rural upbringing, this rustic nook exudes country charm with simply prepared dishes and fresh ingredients. Breakfast, lunch Mon-Fri, dinner nightly, brunch Sat-Sun; $$ F17

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Garage Restaurant and Café– C0LA 3749 merican 99 Seventh Ave. So., at the corner of Christopher St. & Seventh Ave. So., 212.645.0600, garagerest .com. A welcoming neighborhood spot—with black-and-white photos of various jazz legends mounted on the dining room’s exposed brick walls—serving fresh seafood, steaks, crisp salads and a wide variety of pastas; live jazz nightly. Lunch Mon-Fri, dinner nightly, jazz brunch Sat-Sun; $$ H18 Horchata– C0L4M 1576 exican 470 Sixth Ave., btw W. 11th & W. 12th sts., 212.243.8226, horchatanewyork .com. Patrons sip spiked versions of the namesake rice drink and margaritas while noshing on contemporary takes on traditional plates in a space with communal tables and a distressed tin ceiling. Lunch, dinner daily, brunch Sat-Sun; $ G18 Pagani– C0L4576Italian 289 Bleecker St., at Barrow St., 212.488.5800, paganinyc.com. Named in honor of Octavio Pagani, an Italian nobleman who emigrated to NYC in 1911, this rustic yet modern kitchen, wine bar and café offers snacks (duck liver bruschette), cured meats, cheeses and salads (raw shredded kale), as well as pasta (rigatoni with rabbit), meat (pork tenderloin) and fish dishes. Lunch, dinner daily, brunch Sat-Sun; $$ I18

Harlem The Cecil– C0L94318African/Asian/American 210 W. 118th St., btw Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd. & Eighth Ave., 212.866.1262, thececilharlem.com. A blue neon sign welcomes patrons into an elegant space, with African-inspired artifacts, serving a menu that highlights Africa’s influence on global cuisine. Dinner nightly, brunch Sat-Sun; $$$ H5 Chéri– C0L4532French 231 Lenox Ave., btw W. 121st & W. 122nd sts., 212.662.4374, cheriharlem.com. Contemporary takes on traditional dishes are featured on three-course dinners, conceived daily, in a homey yet elegant space with a piano, fireplace, sofas, garden and terrace. A spot for Francophiles and romantics. Dinner Tues-Sun, brunch Sat-Sun; $$ G5 Minton’s– C0L94318American 206 W. 118th St., btw Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd. & Eighth Ave., 212.243.2222, mintonsharlem.com. A tribute to Minton’s Playhouse—a hotbed of jazz opened by saxophonist Henry Minton in 1938 that formerly inhabited the space—serves Southern Revival plates (think: Hudson Valley foie gras with skillet cornbread) in a lounge-lizard atmosphere while live jazz plays. Dinner nightly; $$ H5

Little Italy & Nolita Ken & Cook– C0L413A 5 merican 19 Kenmare St., btw Bowery & Elizabeth sts., 212.966.3058, kenand cook.com. With a name representing both the spot’s home street (”Ken” for Kenmare) and the talent in its kitchen (”Cook” for the in-house chefs), this restaurant serves a menu of signature dishes (from oysters Rockefeller to fried chicken) in a space with pressed tin ceilings, vintage leather banquettes and polished brass décor elements. Lunch Mon-Fri, dinner nightly, brunch Sat-Sun; $$ E19 innewyork.com | juLY 2014 | IN New YORK

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dining Musket Room, The– C0L4392Modern New Zealand 265 Elizabeth St., btw Prince & E. Houston sts., 212.219.0764, musketroom.com. In a sleek, bright and modern setting—white plank ceilings, distressed brick walls, wood-and-blue-leather seating—Chef Matt Lambert channels his New Zealand upbringing in dishes such as red doe “with flavors of gin” and quail with cherries, bread sauce and roasted onions. Dinner nightly; $$ E20 Oficina Latina– C0L478163South American 24 Prince St., btw Elizabeth & Mott sts., 646.381.2555, oficinalatinanyc.com. Designed to evoke the romance of the Pan-American Highway and the many regions it traverses, this lively bistro serves braised lamb shank with plantain puree (Mexico), and pan-roasted sardines over mixed greens (Uruguay). Lunch Mon-Fri, dinner nightly, brunch Sat-Sun; $$ E19

Lower East Side Antibes Bistro– C0L4156F 8 rench 112 Suffolk St., btw Delancey & Rivington sts., 212.533.6088, antibesbistro.com. In a cozy and elegant dining room, reminiscent of a villa in Normandy, guests savor delicate spices and herbs in complex dishes. Dinner nightly, brunch Sat-Sun; C19 $$   Beauty & Essex– C0L7234Global Fusion 146 Essex St., btw Rivington & Stanton sts., 212.614.0146, beautyandessex.com. A 20-foot skylight and enormous chandelier made of pearls set the scene for playful culinary creations, such as roasted bone marrow with shallot marmalade, served in one of four eclectically designed rooms. Dinner nightly, brunch Sat-Sun; $$ D20 The Derby– C0L42A 97 merican 167 Orchard St., at Stanton St., 212.777.8469, thederbynyc.com. It’s all about biscuits and bourbon at this joint, where fried chicken, fried steak and lots of whiskey can also be had in a sparse dining room with yellow chairs. Lunch Sat-Sun, dinner nightly; $$ D19

Meatpacking District Bagatelle– C0eLnF 4168r7F rench/Mediterranean 1 Little W. 12th St., btw W. 9th & Washington sts., 212.484.2110, bagatellenyc.com. Part formal dining experience, part club excursion, this restaurant with multiple international locations serves French-inflected dishes, such as foie gras sliders and roasted sea scallops with leeks fondue and caviar. Dinner nightly, brunch SatSun; $$$ I17 Catch– C0L4168N 7 ew American 21 Ninth Ave., at W. 13th St., 212.392.5978, emmgrp.com. Top Chef Season 3 winner Hung Hunyh creates a seafood-centric menu with Asian and Mediterranean influences—broken into catagories such as “rolled” (sushi with lobster, kiwi, pickled jalapeño and spicy mango), “cold” (salmon belly carpaccio) and “big fish” (crispy whole snapper)—in a warm, expansive space with copper, marble and wood details. Dinner nightly; $$$ I17 Old Homestead Steakhouse– C0L65374Steak House 56 Ninth Ave., btw W. 14th & W. 15th sts., 212.242.9040, theoldhomesteadsteakhouse.com. Prime cuts, such as filet mignon and sirloin steak au poivre, have been served in this historic

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Midtown East Aquavit– C0L5436Scandinavian 65 E. 55th St., btw Park & Madison aves., 212.307.7311, aquavit.org. Seasonal Nordic cuisine—trout caviar with sour cream, charred diver scallops with veal sweetbreads—is presented in an elegant dining room and adjoining bistro. Lunch Mon-Fri, dinner Mon-Sat; $$$ F13 Benjamin Steak House– C0L34S 1 teak House Dylan Hotel, 52 E. 41st St., btw Park & Madison aves., 212.297.9177, benjaminsteakhouse.com. Executive Chef Arturo McLeod prepares six cuts of USDA prime steaks—dry-aged on the premises—and succulent seafood options, including buttery half-lobster—at this classic spot. Breakfast, lunch, dinner daily; $$$ F14 Brasserie– C0L34F 1 rench 100 E. 53rd St., btw Lexington & Park aves., 212.751.4840, patina group.com. Located in the iconic Seagram Building since 1959, this ultra-sleek cosmopolitan spot offers bistro fare, including French onion soup. Breakfast, lunch Mon-Fri, dinner nightly, brunch Sat-Sun; $$$ F13 Café Centro– C0L346French MetLife Building, 200 Park Ave., at E. 45th St., 212.818.1222, patina group.com. A grand café brings the air of Old Paris to Manhattan with seasonal plats du jour. Breakfast, lunch Mon-Fri, dinner Mon-Sat; F14 $$   Cucina & Co.– C0L49M 1 editerranean 200 Park Ave., at E. 45th St., 212.682.2700, patinagroup .com; Macy’s Cellar, Broadway & W. 34th St., 212.868.2388; 30 Rockefeller Center, concourse, btw W. 49th & W. 50th sts., 212.332.7630. Diners at this bustling, gourmet café and marketplace stop for an elevated selection of meat dishes, pastas and desserts. Breakfast, F14, G15, G13 lunch, dinner Mon-Fri; $$   Darbar– C0L49I1 ndian 152 E. 46th St., btw Third & Lexington aves., 212.681.4500, darbarny.com. The bi-level restaurant and lounge offers dishes with a trans-ethnic flair, including cilantro pesto shrimp, samosas and reshni kebabs. Lunch, F14 dinner daily; $$   Darbar Grill– C0L431Indian 157 E. 55th St., btw Third & Lexington Aves., 212.751.4600, darbargrill.com. The colorful flavors of India are showcased on a menu that offers plates both traditional and trendy—from lamb cooked in a tomato-onion sauce to pan-seared scallops with mango salsa. Vegan and vegetarian options on offer. Lunch, dinner daily; $$ E13 La Fonda del Sol– C0L49M 1 odern Spanish MetLife Building, 200 Park Ave., at E. 44th St. & Vanderlbilt Ave., 212.867.6767, patinagroup .com. Tapas, ceviches and seafood entrées are offered at this modern reincarnation of a classic 1960s spot, with décor that exudes Spanish fun. Lunch Mon-Fri, dinner Mon-Sat, downstairs Tapas Lounge: Mon-Fri; $$ F14 Michael Jordan’s The Steak House N.Y.C.– C0L347S 1 teak House Grand Central Terminal, entrance at 23 Vanderbilt Ave., 212.655.2300,

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Naples 45– C0L41689Italian MetLife Building, 200 Park Ave., entrance on E. 45th St., 212.972.7001, patinagroup.com. Traditional methods and ingredients define the Italian specialties— including Neapolitan pizzas baked in wood-burning ovens—served in this spacious dining room. Breakfast, lunch, dinner Mon-Fri; $$ F13 San Martin– C0L642I1 nternational 143 E. 49th St., btw Third & Lexington aves., 212.832.0888, sanmartinrestaurantny.com. Spanish melds with Italian in specialties that include paella valenciana and slow-cooked rosemary lamb chops. Live jazz, first Tues of every month 6-9 p.m. Lunch, dinner daily; $$ E1

Murray Hill Kailash Parbat– C0L4I576 ndian 99 Lexington Ave., at E. 27th St., 212.679.4238, kailashparbatny.com. The New York outpost of an international chaat house chain serves a veggie-focused, South Asian menu, with a selection of hard-to-find Sindhi specialties. Lunch, dinner daily; $ E16 Kokum– C0L4I951 ndian 106 Lexington Ave., btw E. 27th & E. 28th sts., 212.684.6842, kokumny.com. The tastes of South India, simmered into dishes such as lentil-coconut soup, in a sleek, narrow dining room. Lunch, dinner daily; $ E16 Peacock, The– C0L4B 951 ritish/American 24 E. 39th St., btw Park & Madison aves., 646.837.6776, thepeacocknyc.com. Retaining the historic charm of the space’s former inhabitant, the Williams College club, this restaurant serves English dishes (rabbit pie with apple cider). Lunch Mon-Fri, dinner nightly, brunch Sat-Sun; $$ F15

Rockefeller Center Da Marcella– C0L4562Italian/Mediterranean. 11 W. 51st St., btw Fifth & Sixth aves., 917.639.3911; 142 W. Houston St., btw Sullivan & MacDougal sts., 646.559.9192, damarcellamidtown.com. The taste of the Mediterranean is served in a taverna-style dining room, where free range meats and organic vegetables make up hearty classic dishes, from beet salad with feta, endives and arugula to charred Cornish hen with paprika, garlic and rosemary. Lunch Mon-Fri, dinner nightly; $ G13 Rock Center Café– C0L347American Rockefeller Center, 20 W. 50th St., btw Fifth & Sixth aves., 212.332.7620, patinagroup.com. Original Warhol prints, an outdoor café at Rockefeller Center and bold dishes make this restaurant modern and memorable. Breakfast Mon-Fri, lunch Mon-Sat, G13 dinner nightly; $$$   Sea Grill, The– C0L347Seafood Rockefeller Center, 19 W. 49th St., btw Fifth & Sixth aves., 212.332.7610, patinagroup.com. Ocean fare, such as shellfish platters and grilled fish specialties, served in an elegant, spacious restaurant within Rockefeller G13 Center. Lunch Mon-Fri, dinner Mon-Sat; $$$

chalkpointkitchen.com. The farm-to-table fare (almost everything is sourced from New York) is echoed by a dining room decked out to emulate a rustic farmhouse, with antique windows from a Cape May, New Jersey, barn and rosemary planted behind the bar. Expect dishes such as grass-fed lamb loin chops. Dinner nightly; $$$$$ G20

Hundred Acres– C0L41826American Nouveau 38 MacDougal St., btw Prince & W. Houston sts., 212.475.7500, hundredacresnyc.com. Countrystyle, seasonally changing cuisine, such as shrimp ‘n’ jalapeño grits, Dijon-rubbed pork with mustard greens and apple-buttered grilled chicken with duck sausage and squash, in an open, warm space. Lunch Mon-Fri, dinner nightly, brunch Sat-Sun; $$ G19

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theglaziergroup.com. Serving prime steaks on the balcony overlooking the grand concourse. Lunch, dinner daily; $$ E12

Il Principe– C0L45329Italian 525 Greenwich St., btw Spring & Vandam sts., 212.608.1211, ilprincipeny .com. Chef Carlo Bigi prepares authentic dishes in a space with floor-to-ceiling windows, Italian woodwork and sidewalk dining. Plus, a bar serving a menu of Mediterranean-inflected cocktails. Breakfast, lunch, dinner daily; $$ H20

Theater District Brasserie 8 1/2– C0L972F 15 rench 9 W. 57th St., btw Fifth & Sixth aves., 212.829.0812, brasserie812.com. Patrons experience a modern, art-filled ambience—including a sweeping staircase and stained-glass work by Fernand Léger—and contemporary French fare. Lunch Mon-Sat, dinner nightly, brunch Sun; $ G13 Buca di Beppo– C0L6I4721 talian 1540 Broadway, at W. 45th St., 212.764.6527, bucadibeppo.com. Diners feast on gigantic family-style plates—meatballs, chicken parmigiana, veal Marsala—in a casual space decorated with Italian family photos and candid shots of Italian-American icons. Lunch, dinner daily; $ H14 Chez Josephine–FrenchefrF 414 W. 42nd St., btw Ninth & 10th aves., 212.594.1925, chezjosephine .com. A Broadway tradition since 1986, Chez Josephine is a tribute to the legendary Josephine Baker, with live music and a tantalizing menu served in a sexy, stylish setting. Dinner Tues-Sun., live piano brunch Sun; $$ I14 Churrascaria Plataforma– C0L31B 49 razilian Rotisserie Steakhouse 316 W. 49th St., btw Eighth & Ninth aves., 212.245.0505, churrascaria plataforma.com. Tender cuts of meat and prime poultry are carved tableside by attentive servers at this haven for Brazilian eats. Plus, a lively bar serving the Latin American nation’s most famous cocktail export, the caipirinha (fresh lime, sugar, I13 ice and cachaça). Lunch, dinner daily; $$$

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Guy’s American Kitchen & Bar– C0L48A 15 merican 220 W. 44th St., btw Seventh & Eighth aves., 646.532.4897, guysamerican.com. Television personality Guy Fieri offers dishes with big, bold flavors, such as crispy shrimp po’boy sandwiches (cornmeal-fried shirmp dressed with Creole mayo, shredded cabbage, tomatoes and pickles). Lunch, dinner daily; $$ H14

Chalk Point Kitchen– C0L453A 21 merican 527 Broome St., btw Sullivan & Thompson sts., 212.390.0327,

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Heartland Brewery & Chophouse– C0L345 American 127 W. 43rd St., btw Sixth Ave. & Broadway, 646.366.0235, heartlandbrewery.com; 625 Eighth Ave., at W. 41st St., 646.214.1000; 35 Union Sq. W., at E. 17th St., 212.645.3400; 350 Fifth Ave., at 34th St., 212.563.3433. Specializing in steaks and chops, this welcoming eatery also serves pub fare—such as buffalo chicken spring rolls—and handcrafted beers. Lunch, dinner daily; $$ I14, G13, F17, G15 Kellari Taverna– C0LG 7421 reek 19 W. 44th St., btw Fifth & Sixth aves., 212.221.0144, kellaritaverna .com. An ample wine selection complements the extensive traditional Hellenic menu, specializing in whole, imported fish grilled with lemon and olive oil. Lunch, dinner daily, brunch Sat-Sun; $$ G14 Le Bernardin– C0L5729Seafood 155 W. 51st St., btw Sixth & Seventh aves., 212.554.1515, le-bernardin .com. Red snapper with smoked sweet paprika sauce and sautéed codfish with leek and grape parfait are among French-born Chef Eric Ripert’s specialties at this fine dining destination. Lunch H13 Mon-Fri, dinner Mon-Sat; $$$   Nobu Fifty Seven– C0L3456Japanese/Peruvian 40 W. 57th St., btw Fifth & Sixth aves., 212.757.3000, myriadrestaurantgroup.com. The Uptown sister of Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s Downtown spots, featuring a wood-burning oven, hibachi table and dramatic, sensual design by David Rockwell. Signature dishes, such as miso-glazed black cod, are enjoyed beneath chandeliers made of stringed abalone shells while bar patrons sip cocktails at an onyx and walnut bar. Lunch Mon-Sat, dinner nightly; $$$ G12 Planet Hollywood– C0L346American 1540 Broadway, at W. 45th St., 212.333.7827, planetho llywoodintl.com. The renovated New York outpost of this popular theme restaurant serves burgers, pizzas and large salads amid movie memorabilia. Lunch, dinner daily; $$ H14 Rooftop 48– C0L458Euro-Latin 605 W. 48th St., 4th fl., btw 11th & 12th aves., 212.957.1800, zbarny.com. Diverse fusion flavors define Executive Chef Ricardo Cardona’s menu—featuring dishes such as charred octopus with peppers, scallions and cilantro-sesame-squid ink vinaigrette; and Kobe beef sliders with red-onion-fig marmalade, Asiago cheese and truffle aioli—in a space with skyline views. Dinner Tues-Sun, brunch Sat-Sun; $$ K14 Sardi’s– C0L5281Continental 234 W. 44th St., btw Broadway & Eighth Ave., 212.221.8440, sardis.com. Since 1921, this legendary restaurant—known for its humorous celebrity caricatures—has provided a festive pre- and post-theater experience. Dishes include jumbo lump crab cakes and grilled sirloin steak. Lunch, dinner Tues-Sun, brunch Sun; $$ H14 Scarlatto– C0L3468Italian 250 W. 47th St., btw Broadway & Eighth Ave., 212.730.4535, scarlatto nyc.com. Fine Roman specialties—from fresh pastas, seafood entrées and hearty meat dishes—are served in a charming white dining room with exposed brick accents and ornamental

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World Yacht– C0LA 7421 merican Pier 81, W. 41st St., on the Hudson River, 212.630.8100, worldyacht .com. Diners sail around NYC and take in the spectacular skyline while sampling fine cuisine. Dinner nightly, brunch Sun; $$$ K14

Tribeca American Cut– C0L45786Steak House 363 Greenwich St., btw Franklin & Harrison sts., 212.226.4736, americancutsteakhouse.com. Iron Chef winner Marc Forgione expands to TriBeCa with a luxurious and manly steakhouse, featuring an Art Deco décor and a tantalizing steak coated in pastrami spice. Dinner nightly; $$$ H21 Cercle Rouge– C0L428139French 241 W. Broadway, btw N. Moore & Beach sts., 212.226.6252, cercleroug eresto.com. A stylish, classic bistro setting of red walls, vintage posters and leather banquettes accompanies the menu of hanger steak with bone marrow, rack of lamb with chickpea fritters and pork confit cassoulet. Lunch Mon-Fri, dinner daily, brunch Sat-Sun; $$ H21 Nobu New York– C0LJ3791 apanese/Peruvian 105 Hudson St., at Franklin St., 212.219.0500, myriadrestaurantgroup.com. Celebrities and celebrants such as Drew Barrymore and Cameron Diaz come for Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s sea urchin tempura, signature yellowtail with jalapeño and other sublime innovations, served in a David Rockwell-designed space meant to evoke the Japanese countryside. Lunch Mon-Fri, dinner nightly; $$$ G21 Nobu Next Door– C0L3891Japanese/Peruvian 105 Hudson St., btw Franklin & N. Moore sts., 212.334.4445, myriadrestaurantgroup.com. Adjacent to Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s legendary restaurant, this chic outpost serves the same menu, plus a raw bar. Reservations are now taken, but walk-ins are welcome. Dinner nightly, brunch Sat-Sun; $$$ G21 Tribeca Grill– C0L3A 91 merican 375 Greenwich St., at Franklin St., 212.941.3900, myriadrestaurant group.com. The landmark Robert De Niro/Drew Nieporent collaboration offers elevated fare in a historic former warehouse with exposed brick columns, a large, inviting mahogany bar and an exciting buzz. Lunch Mon-Fri, dinner nightly, brunch Sun; $$ G21

Upper East Side

Need sweet relief from the summer heat? Well, Serendipity 3 is a serendipitous find. The charming Upper East Side parlour— visited by notables and celebs from Beyoncé to Zac Effron—defies logic with signature frozen “hot” chocolates (the salted caramel iteration is yummy; above). Savories are served, too, and can be munched in a dollhouse-esque dining room adorned with stained glass and round clocks, this page. You, the tots and even Toto can enjoy The Barking Dog, a kid- and dog-friendly restaurant with patio seating, doggie water fountains and an American menu to appeal to even the pickiest eaters, with comforting dishes from BLTs to pan-roasted chicken breast, this page. The food at the Upper West Side’s casual and easygoing Good Enough to Eat is that and more, with a kids’ menu featuring chicken fingers with french fries and buttered pasta. The little ones are kept occupied by coloring books and crayons so you can browse the drinks menu in peace, p. 77 French fare isn’t out of reach for the family: Cercle Rouge offers “magic brunch” (every Sat & Sun, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.), allowing attendees the chance to indulge in croque monsieurs or burgers in the company of a magician, balloon animal in hand, this page. We’re going back in time! Brooklyn Farmacy & Soda Fountain delivers century-old charm, with penny candy, egg creams and ice cream sodas in a nostalgic space with spinning bar stools (whee!), p. 77

Barking Dog– C0L5364American 1678 Third Ave., at E. 94th St., 212.831.1800, barkingdog94.com. The menu at this friendly luncheonette includes comfort food staples, such as banana buttermilk pancakes, Buffalo shrimp, beer-battered chicken, NY strip steak with mushroom- and red wine-reduction and grilled cheese sandwiches. Lunch, dinner daily, brunch Sat-Sun; $$ E8

an elegant and luxurious atmosphere. Dinner Mon-Sat; $$$$ F12

Daniel– C0L769French 60 E. 65th St., btw Park & Madison aves., 212.288.0033, danielnyc.com. The namesake establishment of celebrated Chef Daniel Boulud, who has received multiple awards from the James Beard Foundation celebrating his skills, offers refined diners elevated fare (duck terrine with basil-poached peach) in

Serendipity 3– C0L9I6185 nternational/American 225 E. 60th St., btw Second & Third aves., 212.838.3531, serendipity3.com. Open since 1954, this sweet spot—which has attracted big names throughout its 60-year history, from Jackie O. to Cher—is known for its challah bread BLTs. Lunch, dinner daily; $$ E12

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Burgers are the centerpiece here, where nine specialty versions—from free-range bison to prime steak—can be sampled in red leather booths or at the bar. Lunch, dinner daily; $ G14

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Good Enough to Eat– C0L51A 637 merican 520 Columbus Ave., at W. 85th St., 212.496.0163, goodenoughtoeat.com. Since 1981, this homey spot has been serving up comfort food in a space decorated with “white picket fence” booth dividers and farm-themed art. Breakfast, lunch, dinner daily; $ J9 Jean Georges– C0L921F 6 rench Trump International Hotel & Tower, 1 Central Park W., btw W. 61st & W. 62nd sts., 212.299.3900, jean-georges.com. The master chef’s eponymous establishment carries items such as foie gras brûlée with sour cherries, candied pistachios and white port gelée and gently smoked squab with mushrooms and basil. Lunch, dinner Mon-Sat; $$$ I12 Masa– C0L453Japanese Time Warner Center, 10 Columbus Cir., 4th fl., at W. 60th St., 212.823.9800, masanyc.com. No luxury is spared at this fine dining treasure by Chef Masa Takayama (it is among the city’s most expensive restaurants for that very reason—dinners for two range between $600 and $1,000), where sushi and sashimi are prepared with great attention. Lunch Tues-Fri, dinner Mon-Sat; $$$$ I12 Per Se– C0L9687French Time Warner Center, 10 Columbus Circle, 4th fl., W. 59th St. & Central Park West,, 212.823.9335, perseny.com. The pinnacle of elegance, with lauded tasting menus served in a dining room with Central Park views. Lunch Fri-Sun, dinner nightly; $$$$ I12 Tavern on the Green– C0L45736American Central Park, Central Park West & W. 67th St., 212.877.8684, tavernonthegreen.com. Under new ownership and renovated, this ivy-covered brick building, originally designed in 1870 to house the sheep that grazed in “the park,” serves modern plates. Lunch daily, dinner nightly, brunch Sat-Sun; $$ I11

The Outer Boroughs Alobar– C0LA 5213 merican 46-42 Vernon Blvd., Long Island City, Queens, 718.752.6000, alobarnyc.com. An old-fashioned, industrial décor sets the stage for down-home dishes. Lunch, dinner daily; $$ Brooklyn Farmacy & Soda Fountain– C0L4953 American 513 Henry St., at Sackett St., Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn, 718.522.6260., brooklynfar macy.blogspot.com. Within a family-owned, restored 1920s pharmacy, guests discover a nostalgic gem where servers in aprons and paper caps ferry national classics and local eats. Breakfast, lunch, dinner daily; $ Delaware and Hudson– C0L46A 57 merican 135 N. 5th St., btw Bedford Ave. & Berry St., Williamsburg, Brooklyn, 718.218.8191, delawareandhudson.com. A nod to mid-Atlantic cuisine, and two of New York’s most noble rivers, in a small and spartan 40-seat resto—right off “Billyburg’s” hopping Bedford Ave.—where veteran Chef Patti Jackson offers Maryland crab cakes. Dinner nightly, brunch Sat-Sun; $$ AA18 F&J Pine Tavern– C0LI5213 talian 1913 Bronxdale Ave., btw Muliner & Matthews aves., Bronx, 718.792.5956, fjpine.com. If you are a fan of pasta

dishes with lots of red sauce, this is the place to be. Hearty portions of other comforting dishes include calamari calabrese and eggplant rollatini, in a dining room with checkered tablecloths and sports memorabilia decorating the walls. Lunch, dinner daily; Cash only; $

Front Toward Enemy– C0LA 3145 merican 40-11 30th Ave., btw Steinway St. & 41st Ave., Astoria, Queens, 718.545.2266, fronttowardenemynyc .com. Vintage typewriters, exposed brick and antique light fixtures give this venture a rustic edge. On offer are cocktails by Death & Co.’s Scott Teague (Crystal Chandelier: gin maraschino, Aperol, bitters) and eats ranging from artisanal cheese plates to fresh oysters to mains, such as beer-battered cod and chips. Dinner Mon-Fri, brunch Sat-Sun; $$

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La Nonna Ristorante & Bar– C0L3421S 5 outhern Italian 184 Kent Ave., at N. 3rd St., Williamsburg, Brooklyn, 718.302.1100, lanonnabk.com. Steps from the Williamsburg waterfront, this offshoot of a popular pizzeria run by native Italians sets up shop in the former home of the city’s largest grocer. In a space with a large bar and high ceilings, guests sample a traditional menu of lamb chops with goat cheese, octopus and Chilean sea bass. Dinner nightly; $$ B18 Northern Territory– C0L4532Australian 12 Franklin St., at Meserole Ave., Greenpoint, Brooklyn, 347.689.4065, northernterritorybk.com. A rustic aesthetic at an eatery—opened by the owners of Berry Park—outfitted in roughly sanded wooden-beam walls and furniture, serving filling fare, from steak and onions with chimichurri sauce to beef meat pie with garlic mashed potatoes. Plus, brews on tap, craft cocktails and elegant desserts (poached pears in wine and chai tea). Dinner nightly; $ BB16 Resorts World Casino—Various 110-00 Rockaway Blvd., btw 114th St. & Aqueduct Rd., Jamaica, Queens, 888.888.8801, rwnewyork.com. Aqueduct Buffet–International 1st fl. An all-you-can-eat experience (seafood, pasta and vegetarian dishes) to sate those post-gambling cravings. Lunch, dinner daily; $$; Genting Palace–Chinese 2nd fl. A colorful dim sum menu, as well as entrées such as sautéed frog with ginger and scallions. Lunch, dinner WedSun; $$; RW Prime Steakhouse–Steak House 2nd fl. Prime steaks and a wine bar are featured. Dinner nightly; $$$

Roberta’s– C0L769oContemporary Italian 261 Moore St., btw Bogart & White sts., Bushwick, Brooklyn, 718.417.1118, robertaspizza.com. Pizzas, woodfired in a brick oven, are made with artisanal dough covered with ingredients such as smoked ricotta, spicy soppressata and speck. Lunch Mon-Fri, dinner nightly, brunch Sat-Sun; Cash only; $ Runner, The– C0L2481A 5 merican Traditional 458 Myrtle Ave., btw Washington & Waverly aves., Clinton Hill, Brookyln, 718.643.6500, therunnerbk .com. Yet another “American heritage” restaurant hits Brooklyn, this time named after a Walt Whitman poem and whipping up recipes inspired by Clinton Hill culinary trends circa 1900. Plus, Prohibition-era cocktails. Dinner nightly, brunch Sat-Sun; $$

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Cost of Ride Whatever the distance, the base fare is $2.50 per ride, payable by MetroCard or exact change for buses (no bills or pennies); subways accept only the MetroCard. There are two kinds of MetroCards: 1) Unlimited Ride—$30/ seven consecutive days and $112/30 consecutive days; 2) Pay-Per-Ride— Purchase a multiple-ride MetroCard and receive a 5 percent bonus, as well as free transfers from subway to bus, bus to subway, or bus to bus within a two-hour period. Buy MetroCards at subway station booths and vending machines, train terminals and 3,500 stores throughout NYC. Pay for Select Bus Service with a MetroCard or coins (exact change only) at fare collection machines at designated bus stops. For assistance in English and Spanish: 718.330.1234.

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CRUISE LINES SAILING FROM NYC Carnival (Jul.-Oct.) Crystal Cruises (May-Oct.) Cunard (Year-round) Disney Cruise Line (May-Sept.) Holland America (Apr.-Oct.) Norwegian (Year-round) Princess (Sept.-Oct.) Royal Caribbean (Mar.-Dec.)

888.227.6482 888.722.0021 800.728.6273 800.951.3532 877.932.4259 866.234.7350 866.335.6379 866.562.7625

HOSPITALS + MEDICAL FACILITIES Bellevue Hospital Center Beth Israel Harlem Hospital Center Hospital for Special Surgery Lenox Hill Hospital Manhattan’s Physician Group Memorial Sloan-Kettering Mt. Sinai NY-Presbyterian/Columbia

212.562.4141 212.420.2000 212.939.1000 212.606.1000 212.434.2000 877.458.8674 212.639.2000 212.241.6500 212.305.2500

OTHER AAA

800.222.4357

Alcoholics Anonymous

212.870.3400

American Express

800.528.4800

Currency Exchange

212.972.6800

Dentist (Dr. Jan Linhart)

212.682.5180

Diners Club

800.234.6377

Discover Card

800.347.2683

Locksmith (Artie’s)

212.243.0381

Marriage Licenses

212.669.2400

MasterCard

800.622.7747

Mobile Notary Service

212.249.2073

Narcotics Anonymous

212.929.6262

New York State Travel Info

800.225.5697

NY Public Library

212.930.0800

NYCT, Access-A-Ride

877.337.2017

NYCT/Metro-North, Lost & Found Passport Office

511 877.487.2778

Police HQ

646.610.5000

Ports America

732.635.3899

Taxi Lost & Found

311

Traveler’s Aid Society

718.656.4870

U.S. Post Office

800.782.6724

Vet (NYC Veterinary Specialist)

212.767.0099

Visa

800.847.2911

consulates general and permanent missions Afghanistan Angola Argentina Australia Austria Bahamas Bahrain Belarus Belgium Bolivia Brazil Bulgaria Canada Chile China Colombia Comoros Costa Rica Croatia

212.972.2276 212.223.3588 212.603.0400 212.351.6500 212.737.6400 212.421.6420 212.223.6200 212.682.5392 212.586.5110 212.687.0530 917.777.7777 212.935.4646 212.596.1628 212.980.3366 212.244.9392 212.798.9000 212.750.1637 212.509.3066 212.599.3066

Cyprus Denmark Dominican Rep. Ecuador Egypt El Salvador Estonia Finland France Gabon Germany Ghana Greece Grenada Guatemala Guyana Haiti Hungary Iceland

212.686.6016 212.223.4545 212.768.2480 212.808.0170 212.759.7120 212.889.3608 212.883.0636 212.750.4400 212.606.3600 212.683.7371 212.610.9700 212.832.1300 212.988.5500 212.599.0301 212.686.3837 212.947.5110 212.697.9767 212.752.0661 646.282.9360

India Indonesia Ireland, Rep. of Israel Italy Jamaica Japan Kenya Korea, Rep. of Kuwait Lebanon Liberia Libya Lithuania Luxembourg Macedonia Malaysia Malta Mexico

212.774.0600 212.879.0600 212.319.2555 212.499.5000 212.737.9100 212.935.9000 212.371.8222 212.421.4741 646.674.6000 212.973.4300 212.744.7905 212.687.1033 212.752.5775 212.354.7840 212.888.6664 646.524.5750 212.490.2722 212.725.2345 212.217.6400

Monaco Mongolia Morocco Netherlands New Zealand Nigeria Norway Oman Pakistan Panama Paraguay Philippines Poland Portugal Romania Russia Saudi Arabia Senegal Singapore

212.286.0500 212.861.9460 212.758.2625 877.388.2443 212.832.4038 212.808.0301 646.430.7500 212.355.3505 212.879.5800 212.840.2450 212.682.9441 212.764.1300 646.237.2100 212.221.3165 212.682.9120 212.348.0926 212.752.2740 917.493.8950 212.223.3331

int’l access & country codes/time differences Dialing Codes & Hrs. Ahead Algeria–011-213 Argentina–011-54 Aus./Canberra–011-61 Austria–011-43 Bahrain–011-973 Barbados–1-246 Belgium–011-32 Bermuda­–1-441 Bolivia–011-591 Bosnia–011-387 Brazil/Rio–011-55 Bulgaria–011-359 Chile–011-56 China–011-86 Colombia–011-57 Croatia–011-385 Cyprus–011-357 Czech Rep.–011-420 Denmark–011-45 Dom. Rep.­–1-809

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Egypt–011-20 +7 hrs. Estonia–001-372 +7 hrs. Fiji–011-679 +17 hrs. Finland–011-358 +7 hrs. France–011-33 +6 hrs. Germany–011-49 +6 hrs. Greece–011-30 +7 hrs. Guyana­–011-592 +1 hr. Hungary–011-36 +6 hrs. Iceland–011-354 +5 hrs. India–011-91 +10.5 hrs. Indonesia/Jakarta–011-62 +12 hrs. Iran–011-98 +8.5 hrs. Iraq–011-964 +8 hrs. Ireland, Rep. of–011-353 +5 hrs. Israel–011-972 +7 hrs. Italy–011-39 +6 hrs. Japan–011-81 +14 hrs. Jordan–011-962 +7 hrs. Kenya–011-254 +8 hrs. Kuwait–011-965 +8 hrs.

Lebanon–011-961 +7 hrs. Liberia–011-231 +5 hrs. Liechtenstein–011-423 +6 hrs. Lithuania–011-370 +7 hrs. Luxembourg–011-352 +6 hrs. Malaysia KL–011-60 +13 hrs. Monaco–011-377 +6 hrs. Morocco–011-212 +5 hrs. Myanmar–011-95 +11.5 hrs. Netherlands–011-31 +6 hrs. Neth. Antilles–011-599 +1 hr. New Caledonia–011-687 +16 hrs. New Zealand–011-64 +18 hrs. Nigeria–011-234 +6 hrs. Norway–011-47 +6 hrs. Oman–011-968 +9 hrs. Pakistan–011-92 +10 hrs. Papua N.G.–011-675 +15 hrs. Paraguay–011-595 +2 hrs. Philippines–011-63 +13 hrs. Poland–011-48 +6 hrs.

Slovakia South Africa Spain Sri Lanka St. Lucia Sudan Sweden Switzerland Taiwan Thailand Togo Trinidad/Tobago Turkey Ukraine United Kingdom Uruguay Venezuela Vietnam Yemen

212.286.8434 212.213.4880 212.355.4080 212.986.7040 212.697.9360 212.573.6033 212.888.3000 212.599.5700 212.486.0088 212.754.1770 212.490.3455 212.682.7272 646.430.6560 212.371.5690 212.745.0200 212.753.8581 212.826.1660 212.644.0594 212.355.1730

(From New York City, EST) Portugal–011-351 +5 hrs. Puerto Rico/San Juan–1-787 +1 hr. Romania–011-40 +7 hrs. Russia/Moscow–011-7 +8 hrs. San Marino–011-378 +6 hrs. Saudi Arabia–011-966 +8 hrs. Serbia–011-381 +6 hrs. Singapore–011-65 +13 hrs. Slovakia–011-421 +6 hrs. Slovenia­–011-386 +6 hrs. South Africa–011-27 +7 hrs. South Korea–011-82 +14 hrs. Spain–011-34 +6 hrs. Sweden–011-46 +6 hrs. Switzerland­–011-41 +6 hrs. Syria–011-963 +7 hrs. Taiwan–011-886 +13 hrs. Thailand–011-66 +12 hrs. Turkey–011-90 +7 hrs. Ukraine­–011-380 +7 hrs. United Arab Emirates–011-971 +9 hrs.

United Kingdom–011-44 Uruguay–011-598 Vatican City–011-39 Venezuela–011-58 Vietnam–011-84 Yemen–011-967

Dialing Codes & Hrs. Behind Alaska/Juneau–1-907­ -4 hrs. Canada/Vancouver–1-604 -3 hrs. Costa Rica­–011-506 -1 hr. El Salvador–011-503 -1 hr. Guatemala­–011-502 -1 hr. Hawaii/Honolulu–1-808 -5 hrs. Honduras–011-504 -1 hr. Mexico/M. City–011-52 -1 hr. Nicaragua–011-505 -1 hr. Panama–011-507 -0 hrs. Peru–011-51 -0 hrs. Tahiti­–011-689 -5 hrs. The above is based on standard time. In some parts of the world, daylight saving time is in effect from spring to autumn.

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brooklyn beat In and Around gowanus by The Gowanus Canal hasn’t traditionally ranked as a prime NYC tourist destination, and if you get close, you’ll know why. Supposedly the final resting place of more than a few “made” men, its waters are so polluted that just last year they killed a dolphin. Oddly enough, though, the neighborhood named for this radioactive Riviera is transforming into a booming restaurant and bar scene. Gowanus is a laid-back antidote to Manhattan prices and irritating hipsters, and a great place to visit to see what “new Brooklyn” is all about.

A Can’t Miss

718.576.3360

The Bell Tolls If you’re looking to be entertained, check out the online calendar for The Bell House, (thebellhouseny.com), an old warehouse with vintage details and arched wooden ceilings. Now converted into a two-room bar/event space, The Bell House hosts everything from stand-up comedy to 1990s hip-hop dance parties to mac ‘n’ cheese cookoffs. | The Bell House, 149 Seventh Ave., 718.643.6510

Brooklyn Rocks

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Gowanus has more than food to keep you busy: There’s plenty you can do without contributing to your body mass. Brooklyn Boulders, New York’s largest indoor rock climbing gym, has day passes, if you are a sporty type who can’t stand a vacation day without a workout. I’m definitely not in that camp, but I’ll admit that this place is pretty awesome and definitely worth a trip. | Brooklyn Boulders, 575 Degraw St., 347.834.9066

photos: runner & stone sundae, mayumi kasuga; the bell house, sam horine

Food options abound in Gowanus, but there are a few that you absolutely can’t miss. Brunch spot Runner & Stone has the best lemon poppy bread I’ve ever had and a killer baguette that always sells out by the end of the day, both courtesy of the former head baker at Per Se. The brownie sundae is decadence on a plate. | Runner & Stone, 285 Third Ave.,

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