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Chat with Mario - live at Nintendo World! Take a break from your holiday shopping to stop by and chat with Mario until January 6th. Ask Mario what his life is like in the Mushroom Kingdom. Check the calendar for dates and times of Mario's appearance in the store.<br/> In the heart of Manhattan, right in Rockefeller Plaza, people flock from all over the globe to visit, play, and shop at this one of a kind Nintendo World Store, a 10,000 square foot gaming paradise. Guests have a compelling in-store experience when they take a tour conducted by one of their Ambassadors, who are very enthusiastic Nintendo fans, always happy to share their knowledge with the visitors. The store staff can guide you through each of the interactive gaming areas, provide hands-on gaming demonstrations, show you their selection of Pokémon merchandise, help you find the right sized Nintendo-themed t-shirts and provide a bit of history by explaining the items in the store, absolutely free of charge. Come talk to Mario about Life in the Mushroom Kingdom; ask an Ambassador to demonstrate how AR Cards work; meet Sean, the resident Pokémon Trainer; bring your Nintendo 3DS and join up to six players in local or online multi-player battles when you participate in the Kid Icarus Tournament; take a picture with a life-sized Mario; take a look at the store selection of exclusive youth, ladies and men’s apparel, featuring your favorite Nintendo characters. Check out their schedule in advance to participate in the activities listed above to experience endless entertainment. By Ruth Cohen.

Gerry Cosby is famous for his achievements in advancing protective sport wear. For decades Cosby worked on innovative ideas including hockey ankle protectors, customizable football pads, Velcro straps for pads and even fiber glass wrapped hockey blades. His pioneering ideas are fundamental practices at his Manhattan Sporting Goods store. Since he began, Gerry Cosby Sporting Goods has been setting the bar on variety and quality in all they carry. To this day thousands of custom made Cosby equipment bags can still be found in the hands of everyone from pee-wees to professionals. While athletic outfitting is a top priority, Cosby’s also offers a huge selection of custom team merchandise from your favorite college and professional teams. Directly involved with such teams as the Raiders, the Rams, the Knicks, the Jets the Yankees and more, Cosby’s is a sporting goods giant that connects with all generations of fans and athletes. For incredible selection, a family-friendly atmosphere and a tradition of carrying on the thoughts and ideals of its founder, take the time to visit Gerry Cosby Sporting Goods and see for yourself why this New York Sporting Goods store is as good as everyone claims.

Come and take the NBC Studio Tour for your opportunity to visit the studios where some of your favorite television shows are filmed, such as Saturday Night Live. Along the way, learn some facts about the interesting history of NBC, including the story of it's transition from radio into television.

Sword Class NYC was founded in 2009, as a satellite school of the Sung Moo Kwan Kendo Academy, the largest school of its type in the United States. Sword Class NYC is the only school in the United States that offers both eastern and western sword styles side-by-side, encouraging exploration and discourse between the divergent forms. The official name of Sword Class NYC is Sung Do Kwan (in Korean – Seitokan in Japanese), which means ‘Academy of the Sacred Sword.’ Feel free to contact the academy if you have any questions about the school, the sword styles offered, or just want to talk about swords!

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.

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.

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.

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.

K-8. A vibrant and growing school committed to the principle that the most meaningful and successful learning happens when students are active learners. Award-winning excellence and commitment to Jewish values combine with a warm community spirit to make the Solomon Schechter School of Manhattan an extraordinary place for children to learn, and for their families to learn along with them.

K-8. A vibrant and growing school committed to the principle that the most meaningful and successful learning happens when students are active learners. Award-winning excellence and commitment to Jewish values combine with a warm community spirit to make the Solomon Schechter School of Manhattan an extraordinary place for children to learn, and for their families to learn along with them.

An upscale French Patisserie that serves signature and traditional pastries and a contemporary French Bistro that serves updated classics and promises to evoke feelings of warmth, familiarity, and coziness with it's interior design by David Rockwell.

"Psychologically, the way you look can determine how you feel about yourself and can affect your personality, emotions, and the way in which you are perceived by others. GilFerrerSalon.com will focus on helping you discover what your hair can do for you and how it can help you communicate your individuality."

"At the Wu Mei Kung Fu Association, we believe in the traditional apprenticeship method to train students to become the next generation of Masters. Classes are ongoing; there are no sections or semesters. The learning is never ending. There are no “mass production” methods applied to the training. Teaching is individual even in a group setting. Each student is treated with respect as an individual who is unique. That uniqueness is never lost. There is no attempt to make all the students the same. Movements are adjusted to each student’s’ body type and character. This creates the “naturalness” that is essential to all Chinese art forms"

NAT Travel and Tours, travel specialist to Vietnam since 1986. Our Headquaters is in New York City, we have three addtional branchs: Orlando, Atlanta, and Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Our offices specialize mostly to Vietnam. If fact, ninety five percents (95%) of our business catering to the Vietnam market. Our Ho Chi Minh City office arrange airlines ticket and tours for all the Southeast countries including: Cambodia, Thailand, Hong Kong, Singapore, Laos, China and many more.

P.S. Burgers social network content from facebook, twitter and more. P.S. Burgers, offers some of the tastiest burgers around, with lots of options and variety! Now open and serving fresh and juicy burgers from 11am-9pm Monday-Saturday! Also, check out its other location, in Mineola.

We at www.encoreny.com are committed to provide you the best customer service. You can contact us by phone, fax or email. Our travel specialists will be happly to assist you on any question you may have on the reservation system or your travel needs.

Tribeca Enterprises is a diversified multi-platform media company located in New York City. Established in 2003 by Robert De Niro, Jane Rosenthal and Craig Hatkoff, the company currently operates a network of branded entertainment businesses including the Tribeca Film Festival, Tribeca Film Festival International, and Tribeca Cinemas. The Company's mission is to provide artists with unique platforms to expand the audience for their works and to broaden the access point for consumers to experience independent film and media. Jonathan Tisch, through Walnut Hill Media, is a minority investor in Tribeca Enterprises and is a member of the Board of Directors.

Volunteer-powered and entirely donation-backed, this outfit connects travelers with locals eager to show them around the city's most compelling corners and lesser-known gems. Winter visits hit different—the quieter streets, the crisp energy, the way neighborhoods reveal themselves when foot traffic slows down. Behind the scenes, six full-time staff members and roughly 35 volunteers keep the whole operation humming across every function imaginable. They field questions, match visitors with neighborhood guides, handle the tech side, and organize special outings. What seems straightforward on your end—submit a request, meet your greeter, explore—actually requires serious coordination infrastructure. More than 10,000 requests roll in yearly, which means the team constantly works to get the right language-speaking volunteer to the right traveler in the right spot at the right moment. The organization relies on donations to maintain these services at no cost to guests, and new supporters make a real difference in keeping the program running strong.

Nothing has shaped the world quite the same as sports. On the heart of Broadway in Manhattan sits the illustrious National Sports Museum which is dedicated to featuring the celebration of sports and the impact it has had on our culture and our lives. Inside this technologically advanced structure is an amazing assortment of interactive exhibitions, in-depth retail areas and some of the finest dining in all of New York. The center attraction begins with the immersion theater which is a 360-degree display that shows a presentation on the history and progression of sports. As visitors continue on, they will find themselves in a variety of different exhibits dealing with every major sport imaginable. You will get to see a historical timeline of the individual sports as well as video presentations on what makes that sport so great. Another feature of the National Sports Museum is the exploration of the perfect athlete. The museum presents the mental, physical and psychological preparation that goes into becoming a great athlete. Through the science, the presentation and the sheer charisma that this building produces, the National Sports Museum is a landmark in New York and one of the single best experiences available to sports fans today.

Forget about hailing a cab on the hectic streets of New York City - head for the water instead. New York Water Taxi connects you to neighborhoods, parks and cultural attractions along the East Side, West Side, Lower Manhattan and Downtown Brooklyn waterfronts. Perfect for quick trips along New York City's waterfront - get your 2-day ticket for the smart way around town and hop-on, hop-off as you please!

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.

Levain began as a small artisan bakery located in the heart of Manhattan's Upper West Side. First opened on December 16, 1995. Levain Bakery was founded by Connie McDonald and Pamela Weekes. Because the bakery is a small neighborhood place, where everything is made on the premises, visitors are able to watch the entire production of all the breads and cookies.

A high-end high street clothing retailer with more than 69 stores in North America. It is owned by Polo Ralph Lauren. An international men’s and women’s lifestyle brand with a distinctly urban casual point of view, best defined as a play of opposites: mining vintage with new, hard with soft and eclecticism with minimalism. Each season, Club Monaco offers customers must have fashion and key pieces that together are the foundation of a modern wardrobe.

The Hotel Alexander is the perfect place to stay for the budget minded, yet discerning traveler. An ideal destination for tourists, students and international travelers alike. Uncompromising service, a friendly and accommodating staff and attention to detail that will make your stay with us most memorable.<br> Hotel Alexander is a beautifully restored elegant pre-war building featuring 125 newly renovated air conditioned spacious guestrooms featuring both shared and private bathrooms. The moment you enter our marble clad lobby you will immediately feel all the charm and elegance the Hotel Alexander has to offer.