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It has always been one of the salons that has thrived on service. For all the savvy clients in NYC who visit all the trendy salons the one remark that is always on their lips when visiting Vartali is how comfortable they feel while getting top of the line styles and color. <br> Vartan, the owner, prides himself for discovering the best talents in haircut, color and make-up but those services might not be as much fun if not for Vartali's management team. Over the years Vartali's desk has seen all kinds of talented help but luckily for everybody involved just as they are getting ready to celebrate the 25th anniversary,they happen to have the best management team in recent history.

Where Broadway and Seventh Avenue collide in Manhattan, you'll find yourself in the electric heart of New York City's entertainment district. The intersection pulses with massive digital displays, glowing marquees, and a constant flow of people exploring theaters, restaurants, and shops that line every corner. Originally called Longacre Square, the area got its current name in 1904 when The New York Times relocated its offices to the freshly completed Times Building nearby. In 1907, organizers introduced the New Year's Eve Ball Drop, which has become an unmissable annual spectacle that draws over a million spectators on winter nights when the cold air carries the collective energy of the countdown. The district serves as home base for legendary Broadway theaters like the Palace, Majestic, and Broadway Theater itself, alongside countless dining spots and entertainment options. What really defines the landscape are the countless billboards and digital screens—this place holds the distinction of being among the world's most densely advertised locations. On winter evenings, the bright lights create a particularly magical contrast against the dark sky, transforming the already dazzling atmosphere into something even more striking. The area welcomes roughly 50 million visitors each year and operates around the clock, accessible via subway and bus lines. For anyone experiencing New York City, this intersection demands a visit.

The Helmsley New York is a superior first class hotel, located within 1 block of the United Nations, and only 2 blocks from Grand Central Terminal. The heart of Manhattan, Times Square, is just a ten-minute stroll down 42nd Street. But location is not the only thing The Helmsley New York has going for it. The Helmsley attracts travelers from around the globe, and fellow New Yorkers alike. Locals come to mingle and dine at Mindy's, a magnificently designed tri-level gourmet restaurant, and at Harry's Bar, where the martinis are legendary. All of the Big Apple is a short stroll, cab ride, or subway token away from The Helmsley New York.

The Manhattan Club is an elegant hotel located in the heart of New York City. Stay in one of the hotel's amazing suites during a stay in the Big Apple. It is an opportunity to experience the luxury of midtown life for a fraction of the cost of staying at a comparable hotel. From the moment you step into the lobby, you will feel right at home. With its wonderful Manhattan location, the hotel is close to several favorite Big Apple attractions including Fifth Avenue, Lincoln Center, Broadway theatre and so much more.

Walk into Manhattan's alternative take on upscale fitness and you'll find yourself surrounded by 100-plus workout stations and over 10,000 pounds of iron. The facility runs Precor ellipticals, a full lineup of treadmills, and stationary bikes across its floor. Winter mornings get crowded with people seeking refuge from the cold in group sessions—spinning classes, yoga flows, pilates reformers, and kickboxing rounds all happening simultaneously. Personal trainers roam the cardio theater section where rows of equipment face screens. The locker rooms feel more like a spa than a gym, complete with complimentary towels and a juice bar where you can refuel post-workout. Between traditional strength work and specialty classes like tai chi, there's enough variety to keep any routine feeling fresh.

Walk into Manhattan's alternative take on upscale fitness and you'll find yourself surrounded by 100-plus workout stations and over 10,000 pounds of iron. The facility runs Precor ellipticals, a full lineup of treadmills, and stationary bikes across its floor. Winter mornings get crowded with people seeking refuge from the cold in group sessions—spinning classes, yoga flows, pilates reformers, and kickboxing rounds all happening simultaneously. Personal trainers roam the cardio theater section where rows of equipment face screens. The locker rooms feel more like a spa than a gym, complete with complimentary towels and a juice bar where you can refuel post-workout. Between traditional strength work and specialty classes like tai chi, there's enough variety to keep any routine feeling fresh.

Welcome to New York City Kendo Club, a place where you can enter the world of Kendo and enjoy and enrich yourself in this art. NYC Kendo Club works hard to offer the very best to vistiors, and accommodate the life styles of the working class, the school schedules of young students, and the commuting needs of distant visitors. Dedicated students have long used this gym to enhance their lives and to better themselves. With an always welcoming aura to guests and visitors, NYC Kendo Club's warmth and openness foster an environment that all can share. Students and teachers alike celebrate the 30 years of New York City Kendo Club’s time and dedication to the Kendo community alongside neighbors in NYC and around the world. <br> With the internal tranquility of Iaido and the expression of spirit of Kendo, NYC Kendo club provides a great opportunity to understand not only the sword, but one’s self.

K-12 - The Dalton School is an independent, co-educational day school (K-12), founded in 1919 by the renowned progressive educator, Helen Parkhurst. Dalton is recognized for its rigorous, innovative educational curriculum and offers its 1300 students a breadth of stimulating and challenging programs taught by dedicated, professional faculty. <br> The school’s First Program (K-3) occupies three adjoining townhouses on East 91st Street in New York City. Middle and High School students attend classes nearby in our building on East 89th Street. Indoor physical education for Middle and High School students is provided in our state-of-the-art facility on East 87th Street.

The Dead Rabbit Grocery and Grog embodies the conviviality of Old New York and the Irish-American tradition. <br> The ground-floor Taproom offers an informal setting for the enjoyment of craft beer, bottled punch, and whiskeys of the world, with lunch served daily. <br> Upstairs, the sumptuous Parlor focuses on small plates, communal punch, and 72 historically-accurate cocktails dreamed up by the nineteenth century’s most celebrated bartenders.

All of our programs are based on a professional boxer's training regimen, with some modifications. These are not aerobic or circuit boxing classes. Our philosophy is that in order to get the full benefits of boxing, your training should reflect that of a professional fighter. This does not mean you will be drinking raw eggs and hitting sides of beef. It does mean that we hold you to the same standards we do a professional fighter. When you train, train to win.

The Winter Garden Shops and Restaurants. Over 40 restaurants, brand name retailers and specialty shops. The World Financial Center, ideally situated on the Hudson River waterfront in Lower Manhattan, with its grand centerpiece, the 10-story glass pavilion Winter Garden, features a stunning outdoor waterfront esplanade.

Just steps from the "Charging Bull" sculpture, Battery Park and The Statue of Liberty Ellis Island Foundation and walking distance from many favorite New York City attractions, lays the home of the greatest tribute to skyscrapers of NYC. Celebrating the great architectural history of the city and boasting many scale models this Manhattan museum houses a vast resource of information in print and via computers, chronicling the architecture, building styles and techniques used to create the great hub that is New York. Saturday mornings are all about family, with a rotating schedule of enticing events that families are sure to enjoy. Explore the principles of urbanism, architecture, and engineering through hands-on activities, a great way to get the family together to learn really intriguing facts and functions. The Skyscraper Museum also shares a building with the Ritz Carlton; so, after your fun-filled day you will surely want to stop by Crumbs Bake Shop and get yourself a taste of awesomeness offering a wide variety of flavors to satisfy any sweet tooth. The s'Mores cupcake will definitely leave you longing for s'more to take home and enjoy! Leave the area satisfied that you have learned most everything about the buildings that surround and captivate you.

K-12<br> The Dwight School, founded in 1872, became the first school in the US to offer the three International Baccalaureate (IB) programs, Grades K-12. The School motto is: Use your spark of genius to build a better world. The school's mission is to develop each student's unique capabilities by integrating mind, body and spirit. The program incorporates academic excellence and a commitment to educate a diverse student population in leadership and responsibility to others. The School's structured environment places emphasis on integrating the latest research into a stimulating curriculum taught by energetic and talented teachers. International experiences are a cornerstone of fostering future global leaders.

Step into a tranquil escape where hours melt away through pampering from head to toe. The spa atmosphere wraps around you like a warm blanket on a cold winter afternoon—calming, restorative, and exactly what you need. Indulge in facials including oxygen therapy treatments, get your hair refreshed, have nails perfected, or sink into a massage that unknots all that tension. Reflexology sessions, body wraps, waxing, electrolysis, and makeup application round out the menu of ways to feel renewed. Whether you're escaping the winter chill or simply craving a full day devoted entirely to yourself, this is where that happens.

Salon Owner/Colorist Megan Gordon's creative talent and speedy technique is legendary. With her intuitive sense of color and years of experience, clients immediately realize they are speaking to someone who truly understands the art and science of hair color.

A precision cut and style with the proper Aveda shampoo, conditioner and styling aids purscribed by our expert styling team will compliment your features and lifestyle. Our stylists participate in ongoing educational workshops to stay abreast of the latest in style and cutting trends.

The Groove is the home of rhythm, blues and funk in New York City. Admission is always free and we carry a complete restaurant menu and a well stocked bar.

Union Square (also known as Union Square Park) is an important and historic intersection in New York City, located where Broadway and the Bowery came together in the early 19th century. Today it is bounded by 14th Street, Union Square East, 17th Street, and Union Square West. It is run and operated jointly by the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation as well as the Metropolitan Transportation Authority.<br> In 1976, the Council on the Environment of New York City established the Greenmarket program, which provided regional small family farmers with opportunities to sell their fruits, vegetables and other farm products at open-air markets in the city. The most famous is the Union Square Greenmarket, held Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays between 8 AM and 6 PM year round. 250,000 customers a week purchase 1,000 varieties of fruits and vegetables at the market. The variety of produce available is broader by perhaps a factor of ten than what is found in a conventional supermarket.

The Chelsea Brewing Company is located on pier 59 which is also the home of New York City's only high-tech Golf driving range and a 30,000 square foot fashion photography studio.<br> The 12,000 square foot restaurant & microbrewery features 24 foot ceilings, mahogany wood bars and a cigar lounge. All this is located behind a two story wall of glass with a pristine view of a 60 slip marina on the Hudson River. The brew house specializes in serving up to 20 handcrafted premium beers, offers an extensive wine, single malt scotch and liquor list as well as a variety of gourmet pizzas, pastas, salads and gourmet pub cuisine

An establishment used for selling and drinking alcoholic beverages during the period of the United States history known as Prohibition (1920-1933) when selling or buying alcohol was illegal. The end of Prohibition was marked by President FDR famously announcing, “WHAT AMERICA NEEDS NOW IS A DRINK.”

The Charlie Parker Jazz Festival annually assembles some of the finest musicians in the world who reflect Parker’s musical individuality and genius, to promote appreciation for this highly influential and world-renowned artist. The concerts originally scheduled for August 27 and 28 and canceled due to Hurricane Irene will now be consolidated into one and will take place on Friday, September 23 at Marcus Garvey Park in Harlem.

Fineman is Manhattan's Home Furnishings Superstore. Since 1937, Fineman has been creating beautiful homes for tens of thousands of families such as yours. With over 200 rooms on display, a professional staff of customer-driven representatives/designers, and personalized service for each and every client, Fineman will exceed your expectations. So hurry in today and experience the Fineman difference.

Regulation Size Ring, professional trainers & coaches, heavy-bags, speed-bags, bikes, treadmills, elipticals, free-weights, lockers, showers.<br> Masters Program - Training for Golden Gloves, Metro Games, Ringside, Professional, Management and Promotion.

September 9-23, 2012. Befitting the legacy of this internationally renowned neighborhood, the HIFF experience integrates the best that Harlem has to offer - great restaurants, unique boutiques, world-class music venues, prestigious universities and cultural institutions, and a long history of excellence in the Arts. <br/> In addition to showcasing some of the best films from around the world, the Festival also features the Harlem Spotlight, which highlights films produced or directed by Harlem residents, films shot in Harlem, or films about Harlem and its history.