NY NOW Pre Show Planner Summer 2017

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If you like fun, you’ll love the
Brooklyn Comedy Festival,
which brings a smorgasbord of
belly laughs to multiple venues
across the borough. A slew of
comedians spanning genres
galore are featured in multiple
events (some free, some
ticketed)-- pick from stand-up
showcases, improv and sketch
shows, short and feature film
screenings, panels, parties, and
more. Past highlights include
sets from Daily Show and SNL
regulars.
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More interested in how the
saison is made than in how
the sausage is made? Head
to Brooklyn Brewery for an
adventure in learning about
great beer and a great borough.
Started by a stalwart war
reporter turned passionate
homebrewer, Brooklyn Brewery
churned out its first beer-- the
legendary Brooklyn Lager-- in
the 80’s, built a brewhouse in
the 90’s, and has expanded
its repertoire and footprint
ever since--all while remaining
independently owned. On
weekends, free tours are offered
every half hour; post-tour beers
are a steal at only $5 a pint.
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Crowning NoMad’s culinary-
driven Park South Hotel, The
Roof at Park South remains one
of Manhattan’s most beloved
rooftops. Try a frozen cocktail
by Beverage Director Ted
Kilpatrick; signature example
the Miami Vice marries the
Strawberry Daquiri (5-year old
Barbadian rum with strawberries
and a house-made strawberry-
demerara syrup) and the Piña
Colada (5-year old Barbadian
rum, overproof rum, house-
made coconut milk syrup and
fresh pineapple juice). It pairs
perfectly with the upscale light
bite menu created by James
Beard award-winning chef Tim
Cushman.
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Avoid getting stuck in traffic;
forego the hustle and bustle
of the underground subway.
The brand new NYC Ferry
System is revolutionizing the
city’s transportation system by
taking it to the waterways. A
pristine fleet of ultra-efficient
aluminum ferries will shuttle
riders over 60 nautical miles,
affordably connecting the
city’s waterfront communities
with style and ease. And each
ferry is equipped with modern
amenities like WiFi, charging
stations, and concession
stands. ferry.nyc
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After a 2013 Tokyo debut which
led to wild success in over
100 locations in Japan, Ikinari
brought cutting edge steak to
New York City in early 2017.
Choice, super thick “J-Steaks”
are cut to order, quickly seared
to your liking, and served on
sizzling platters with your
choice of scrumptious sides and
signature sauces. Most diners
stand up while chowing down
on their steaks, making this
an entertaining and uniquely
communal dining experience.
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There are tons of stories about
how to make it to the top
in New York City, but head
70 stories up in Rockefeller
Center’s elevator and you’ll
at least be guaranteed the
best vantage point. Top of
the Rock boasts breathtaking
360-degree views of
Manhattan’s legendary
skyline and Central Park
from multiple indoor and
outdoor viewing decks. Soak
up the surrounding arts and
attractions during daylight
hours; zoom to the Top after
the sun sets to scope out
the sparkling city that never
sleeps.
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