Summer Thunderstorm Wreaks Havoc in Central Park

by | Aug 20, 2009

Last night at about 10 pm I could hear the thunder crashing just a few blocks east in Central Park.  I absently wondered how it was impacting the screening of “Sex In The City” at the Central Park Film Festival.  I also concratulated myself on deciding...

Stolen Wallet Found After 27 Years

by | Jul 7, 2009

The wallet was snatched on October 24, 1982, while Bendik, now 69, was in Central Park watching the New York marathon. She went to greet runners at the end of the race and, “when I got out of the crush of people, I realized my purse was much lighter,”...

2009 Central Park Film Festival Schedule

by | Jun 30, 2009

Central Park presents an outdoor cinema series every summer. Most of these films usually feature a New York theme and they are a great way to enjoy a summer evening in the park. This year’s lineup features some interesting choices – this year’s theme...

Duke Ellington Tribute in Central Park

by | Jun 28, 2009

On Wednesday, July 1 at 6:30 p.m., The Duke Ellington Center for the Arts will host a spectacular and unprecedented event in Central Park featuring their Duke Ellington Big Band and 14 grand pianos on the Mall. The series of events marking the 110th Anniversary of...