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Opening of Gansevoort Park Avenue hotel less than one month away
Manhattanites are flocking to New York’s Rooftop Lounge mad46
Catch a view of New York’s glittering cityscapes at mad46, located atop the elegant Roosevelt Hotel. The bar is well located and the contemporary rooftop lounge is the best place to mix and mingle with the locals while enjoying specialty cocktails and viewing the midtown skylines. If it’s raining still be sure to visit the indoor lounge spaces named UPTOWN and DOWNTOWN for table service and a more laid back atmosphere with friends.
Twestival 2010 – Using Social Media for Social Action
Twestival aka Twitter Festival uses social media to drive social action by providing the public with awareness and knowledge on the importance of education. The festival took place March 25, 2010 with local events in hundreds of cities worldwide. Although the event wrapped yesterday, the charity still continues to take in donations. It has thus far has raised more than $310K which is significantly higher than last years debut event at $250K+ from a total of 202 international cities. Read more…
The Affordable Art Fair – New York City, May 2010
Whether you are a discerning art collector or just seeking something that catches your eye, The Affordable Art Fair (AAF) has a work of art to brighten up your home. With emerging artists, well-established artists and price points ranging from $100 to $10,000 you can see how this art fair draws in all types. The Private Preview will give you the opportunity to choose from the works of art available for sale before the public gets their eyes on them.
Where: 7 W 34th St., New York
When: Thursday May 6 – Sunday May 9, 2010
Private Preview: Wednesday May 5, 2010
Admission: $20 – General Admission. $15 Student/Senior, $10 Group Rate.
Check out The Affordable Art Fair website for fair hours and fair details!
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Mission Street Food – Charitable Restaurant in San Francisco
Unless you are a San Francisco resident, you won’t know about some of the cities most interesting hidden reservoirs. Mission Street Food is a restaurant within a restaurant open Thursday and Saturday night. The restaurant is inside an noticeable Chinese establishment called Lung Shan. Each week guests are treated to a new guest chef, which keeps things interesting for the customer’s taste buds. Customers can feel good about their dining out experience because all proceeds are donated to charity. Mission Street Food’s unique business model has enabled them to donate a remarkable $22,000 to a changing roster of local charities in 2009. Mission Street Food is now proposing a full-time business model; either way, be sure to check out this restaurant during your next visit to San Francisco.
Address: 2234 Mission Street
For more information on Mission Street Food, click here.
