Things To Do Today, Sunday, September 15th, 2019
- Poses and Imaginary Objects/Gallery RIVAA, 527 Main Street, Roosevelt Island: Matei’s collection, the painter says, captures “the ambivalence of life, of soul and matter, as the objects depicted move aimlessly in time and space.”
- Feast of San Gennaro/Little Italy: In its 93rd year, the celebration of the patron saint of Naples will fill the streets of Little Italy with carnival games, parades, live music and more food than one could possibly imagine. In addition to vendors in town specifically for the festival, most of the local eateries will be set up to serve the dishes that put Little Italy on the map.
- Smorgasburg/East River State Park: At this massive grub hub, there’s only one rule: Come hungry. The Brooklyn Flea spin-off draws more than 20,000 to 30,000 visitors per week, with a slew of 75 to 100 incredible food vendors doling out everything from Dutch waffles to pasta doughnuts.
- Photoville/Brooklyn Bridge Park: Come for the finest outdoor display of photography in New York City. Stay for the beer, family fun and people.
What We're Reading Now
- Would you consider living on Roosevelt Island? The Times pops the question.
- CORRECTION: Affordable Housing Available at Riverwalk Landing #4
- I Went Shopping at Gristedes - Guess What Happened
- How the Hudson Companies Paradox Breaks Roosevelt Island
- Pending Sale of Roosevelt Landings May Boost Island Affordability But Is Far From Guaranteed
- Gone to the Katz? MTA Quietly Reopens 57th Street, F Train Subway Station
- Who is the Mayor... of Meatpacking? Why should you care?
- "The Sanctuary" should never be allowed to open on Roosevelt Island
- Monday, April 10, Sportspark Reopens, But...
- December 6th, Roosevelt Island Tree Lighting 2019
RI Daily Videos
- Kite Flight for Peace & Human Rights 2019 Video Updated 9 weeks ago
- Suicide Prevention Month Nears Conclusion
- Rosevelt Island Shorts: RIVAA's New Group Show at the Octagon Gallery Updated 1 year ago
- Congressional Candidate Suraj Patel on Roosevelt Island Updated 1 year ago
- In Perspective: RIOC Waters the Promenade, Cuts Off Cat Sanctuary
Assorted Ideas
The Hudson Companies Paradox
The Hudson Companies paradox is simple. This master builder turns into a corporate buffoon when it strays from its core mission. We see it on Roosevelt Island. Lots of it. Hudson builds beautiful, even landmark residences, but badly underperforms when it goes into unfamiliar territory. Partnered with The Related Companies,Continue Reading
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Billy Eckstine's Dark Mirror
Billy Eckstine’s Dark Mirror, 70 years later, reflects how American bigotry wrecked his career. The most popular singer in the country crossed a line and was brought down, based on skin color alone. Eckstine’s biographer Cary Ginell, wrote that Holmes “…captured a moment of shared exuberance, joy, and affection, unblemishedContinue Reading
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MSTDA Christmas Carol Musical
MSTDA’s Musical A Christmas Carol opens December 13th, and it promises to sell out, thrilling audiences in the Howe Theatre. Four more live performances run through December 20th. Click here for tickets and times. A Christmas Carol is the musical adaptation of Dickens’s short story. Scrooge learns life lessons from threeContinue Reading
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Hudson's Lousy Holiday Spectacle
Hudson’s lousy holiday spectacle for 2017 exceeds expectations in reverse. In 2019, we asked, “$75,000 for that?” Two years later, it’s WTF? That’s as clear as we can make it, suitable for all ages. The Big Picture: Roosevelt Island News In October, 2017, RIOC president Susan Rosenthal teamed with Hudson’sContinue Reading
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MTA Holiday Nostalgia Trains
MTA Holiday Nostalgia Trains begin service tomorrow, December, 1st. The flashback is a treat from the New York Transit Museum. It recalls a whole different era in the city and for mass transit. It’s an annual event and one well worth the ride. I remember my first time. Doesn’t everyone?Continue Reading
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Coming Up/Don't Miss Events
- Ongoing: "Time," a Group Show at Gallery RiVAA Updated 2 weeks ago
- Tuesdays, Free Medicare Enrollment and Guidance, CBN/RI Senior Center Updated 7 weeks ago
- December 14th: Holiday Pop Up Market/Roosevelt Island Senior Center
- December 8th, Annual Christmas Candlelight Service, Church of the Good Shepherd
- Saturdays: Roosevelt Island Food Scrap Drop Off Updated 1 week ago
- December 6th, Roosevelt Island Tree Lighting 2019
- Limited Opportunity: Be one of the first Tech Pals, Organized by CBN and RIDA Updated 9 weeks ago
- Mondays, 10:30 to 12:30, Free Health Checks, Hunter College Nursing Students, CBN/RI Senior Center
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Roosevelt Island: Good Eats, Shopping
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