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Central Park Zoo
Fish-sicles aren’t on the top of most wish lists. Unless you’re shopping for the polar bears at the Central Park Zoo.
Free NYC
The word “free” is hardly one most associated with New York City. But as two of its denizens are happy to point out – low cost entertainment can be found in many zip codes.
A Slice of Brooklyn Pizza Tour
Forget the Brooklyn Bridge! A Slice of Brooklyn Pizza Tour worships landmarks in the form of pizzerias.
Carl Schurz Park
If it were up to Upper East Siders, Carl Schurz Park would probably remain a secret. The 15-acre oasis hugs Gracie Mansion and boasts a wide river walk with unparalleled views of the East River’s Hell Gate.
The Flea Theater
Since its inception in 1996, The Flea Theater in 10013 has been raising the standards of Off-Off Broadway productions with their adventurous and ever-growing family of artists.
Woodside: Queens’ Little Melting Pot
After World War II, Woodside, Queens was a regular chip off the ole’ Blarney Stone, with Irish stores, restaurants, pubs and people lining the Roosevelt Avenue strip and its surrounding neighborhoods. Mayor Bloomberg’s goal of assisting and preserving New York’s small businesses has resulted in a recent influx of diversity to 11377.
