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Last Stop Astroland Sunday is the last day Astroland in Coney Island will be open, and your final chance to see this legendary NYC landmark in operation. Take a ride on the F Train this weekend and check it out!...
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Messages From The Street A cool assortment of graffiti and street art from the gritty city, including a few words of advice... Brooklyn Street Art You Go Girl Graffiti Graffiti For You & Me Messages Underground Have A Happy Weed...
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Summer Down A crispy clear New York City sunset from Tien Mao to lead us into a weekend of summer magic... Bronx Sundowns Boss Of The City Point Lookout Beach Somewhere Over The River Photo via Tien Mao on Flickr!
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Hot Racks in New York City According to Paper Magazine "If you know anything about David Byrne, you know that he loves riding his bike around New York", so it's only befitting that he's the designer behind this awesome project......
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Bad Ass Puppy Protectors Wow, what a great story to start the week. A group of bad-ass, tattooed bikers have joined together in New York City to form a very unique and effective animal rescue group... Heaven’s Angels Check out...
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New York City's Secret Art Thief In 2006 tons of stolen masterpieces were found stacked in a one bedroom apartment in New York City. The thefts occurred in the 60's and 70's and include works from the world's greatest artists....
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Red Hook Blue Hook A beautiful shot from Joe's NYC, we like the way it makes Red Hook construction look like a carnival ride!... Bonus: Real World in Red Hook Big Blue Dumpster Sunset Over Red Hook Capturing New York...
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New York City Rooftops Two fascinating and fun sets of pictures by JWiley on Flickr... Rich People Rooftops and Rooftops in Tribeca/LES The Hidden World of Rooftops Caught Having Sex on the Roof Photos via JWilly, link via BoingBoing
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All Signs Point To Fun Despite a lacking in vegetation, New York City has no shortage in street side color. Have a colorful weekend!... Photo du Jour: Finger NYC Graf & Steert Art Bouquet of Graffiti Local Color Photo via...
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Posted: July 25th, 2008, 1:00pm CDT by cityrag
Zombies Attack New York City Captured by A Test Of Will, get out while you can! Zombie Attack! NYC's "Terror" Drills Hollywood Zombies Escape New York
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Posted: July 22nd, 2008, 12:44pm CDT by cityrag
NYC Subway Singers Sound Off We've been treated to a morning serenade a few times by The Fellas. It always puts a smile on our face amidst the subway commuter ruckus. Check them out in MSG's search for New York...
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Posted: July 17th, 2008, 12:45pm CDT by cityrag
Welcome to Life And Welcome to Brooklyn. A graffiti birth announcement captured by the prolific Greenpoint blog - New York Shitty. You Go Girl Graffiti Graffiti Springs Eternal Messages From The Heart
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Posted: July 15th, 2008, 12:56pm CDT by cityrag
New York Subway Poster Art Vandal Profound new film commentary from NYC's fantastic "Poster Boy" spotted by Gawker!... Artist, Vandal, Maker Of Funny Things Outlaw Artist Hits NYC Museums Mini Kiss Mania Strikes In NYC Neckface Conquers Batman True Elf...
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Posted: July 11th, 2008, 12:16pm CDT by cityrag
Falling For New York City Incredible weather, sparkling waterfalls, free music and spectacular sunsets - it's a great weekend to be in New Yawk! Manhattanhenge Arrives New York City Has Waterfalls Images by CeoNYC and NYClovesNYC
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Posted: July 9th, 2008, 12:31pm CDT by cityrag
Manhattanhenge Returns! Get your cameras ready kids, the Manhattanhenge effect returns to New York City this Friday and Saturday, July 11-12. And the weather's looking good. It's sunset season in NYC!... "Streethenge" (above) by Miss Heather from New York Shitty....
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Posted: July 8th, 2008, 12:41pm CDT by cityrag
Riding the Crazy Train NYC prank-art!... Improv Everywhere fills a subway car with identical twins, creating a Human Mirror. Don't miss this awesome video! Secret Wall Tattoos Couch Surfing In NYC Street Art Down the Sewer Subway Scientologists Get Punk'd!...
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Posted: June 30th, 2008, 12:11pm CDT by cityrag
New York City Has Waterfalls Olafur Eliasson’s New York City Waterfalls project opened around the city last week. It can be viewed by various methods through October, including a flood of beautiful and detailed images on Flickr... Takashi Murakami Does...
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Posted: June 26th, 2008, 12:31pm CDT by cityrag
A Bouquet of Graffiti Growing up in barren areas of NYC, graffiti was like flowers. It added color to the neighborhood and it was fun to watch it spring up. A summer bouquet from our archives, click to see the...
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Posted: June 24th, 2008, 12:45pm CDT by cityrag
Phone-y New York These pictures capture perfectly why New York City pay phones should be avoided like the plague Pay Phone du Jour & Anyone Missing Some Teeth? Sidewalk Sofas NY Manholes Free Bike Images via New York Shitty
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Posted: June 20th, 2008, 12:18pm CDT by cityrag
The Black and White of City Life We're digging Jonathan Saunders' amazing B&W photos of New York City, and the interesting juxtapositions he presents as you browse his project... DIES MERCURII XI JULIUS MMVII NY Photo Blogs Gritty City Photos...
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Posted: June 19th, 2008, 1:12pm CDT by cityrag
New Yorker Wins Lottery in Portugal An awesome story about a guy from New York who bought an abandoned farm in Portugal, only to discover a treasure trove of vintage cars hidden on the property... Always Check the Barn! Previously:...
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Posted: June 13th, 2008, 12:46pm CDT by cityrag
New York State of Mind There's never a shortage of perspectives on NYC at Deviant Art.... Fast City Be a Part of It Rocking the Top Passion for the City Photo by DMack - prints can be purchased here.
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Posted: June 11th, 2008, 12:51pm CDT by cityrag
Future New York City Disappoints In the early 1900's NYC's future was envisioned as being much cooler than it actually turned out. WTF happened?!... New York, 1980? Spacy NYC Future New York Cities of the Future
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Posted: June 5th, 2008, 12:41pm CDT by cityrag
Camping in New York City As cheap housing becomes harder to find in NYC, more and more "abandoned" campers are turning up, hmmm... Trailer Mystery Solved! Camping for SNL Tickets Nudist Camping Not Allowed Images via NewYorkShitty and CityRag
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Posted: May 30th, 2008, 12:46pm CDT by cityrag
Manhattanhenge Pictures Perfect With a clear evening and city filled with photographers there was bound to be some great shots on Flickr today of Manhattanhenge! Another spectacular show is in store for tonight! A Brilliant Manhattan Sunset New York City's...
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Posted: May 28th, 2008, 12:38pm CDT by cityrag
Still Life in NYC A little gem from New York Shitty, the fact that it was snapped outside an OTB only makes it better... Stewie Travels Through Brooklyn Heroes of the Undergrill Baby Polar Bear! Image via Rebecca 11222 /...
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Posted: May 23rd, 2008, 12:24pm CDT by cityrag
The Lower East Side NYC, Forever The Lower East Side made the Trust For Historic Preservation's endangered list this year. Much of the areas history is long gone, but enough remains to give hope. Click the images for an LES...
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Posted: May 20th, 2008, 1:12pm CDT by cityrag
Graffiti is Risky Business Being a graffiti artist in NYC is a bit like playing the game of Risk. Establishing territories and not letting anyone invade and take over is an important part of the art of graf war. Vincent...
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Posted: May 14th, 2008, 11:57am CDT by cityrag
The Real World Brooklyn Yo The Real World tries to regain their edge by returning to NYC, specifically "Brooklyn". The last two times they filmed here, New Yorkers notoriously screwed up their shoots when they hit popular local hang-outs. So...
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Posted: May 12th, 2008, 12:31pm CDT by cityrag
New Architecture in New York City NewYorkology profiles nine recently constructed buildings in NYC, including Gehry's fantastical ICA Building, and Meier's twin glass apartments that have been home to Nicole Kidman, Vincent Gallo and Martha Stewart - NYC's Newest Important...
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Posted: May 12th, 2008, 6:32am CDT by cityrag
Breakfast with Audrey Hepburn Audrey Hepburn's sublime beauty and demure sexiness is still copied by today's actresses, but will never be duplicated. As Holly Golightly, she played the quintessential NYC party girl in her own quirky style, it's one of...
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Posted: May 7th, 2008, 12:38pm CDT by cityrag
You Go Girl Graffiti We're digging the "you go girl" graffiti around New York City. Discosalt has some interesting info on the tags... I See "You Go Girl" Art From The Heart Where My Girls At You Go Girl!
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Posted: May 5th, 2008, 12:19pm CDT by cityrag
Psychiatry New York Style It was only a matter of time before this hit the streets, New Yorkers being the great multitaskers they are... Sidewalk Psychiatry Image via Candy Chang, link via the PreSurfer Manhole Love Down the Sewer Street...
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Posted: May 2nd, 2008, 12:08pm CDT by cityrag
Brooklyn Blossoms New York City's Sakura Matsuri (Cherry Blossom Festival) is at the Brooklyn Botanic Gardens this weekend. Admission's free and includes fun activities, in addition to the spectacular show of blossoms!... Cherry Blossoms by Freebd00 on Flickr, check out...
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Green in New York City It's imperative we work on global warming issues, and easy to be part of the solution. A city with over 8 million people can make a tremendous impact and lead the way! "In New York...
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Posted: April 4th, 2008, 12:20pm CDT by cityrag
When Graffiti Attacks Street art meets pedestrian in NYC... Gotcha! Street Art Fantasy Land Graffiti Under Bridge Captured by A Test of Will
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Mad World from Above The music video for Gary Jules "Mad World" shot high above the streets of New York City is completely mesmerizing - watch it below Flight of the Paper Airplane Tiny New York City "Mad World" after...
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New York City Blog Reflections A awesome shot from Joe's NYC that got us reflecting on all the great New York City photo bloggers out there, every day, in the corners, capturing the city's inner beauty... Lit City Skaters Rule...
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Man vs. Wild: New York City A hilarious take off of Man vs. Wild set in New York City. The dude's imitation of Bear Gryllls is spot on... "And this is just phenomenal, a newspaper!" - Man v. Wild: New...
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Posted: March 6th, 2008, 12:15pm CST by cityrag
NYC Streetlamps Illuminated Forgotten NY covers and uncovers the hidden gems overlooked in New York City. While many may never stop to look up at the amazing lamp designs around the city, Forgotten NY has cataloged hundreds, in mind-blowing detail......
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New York Princess This image from the NYC photoblog MDPNY, captures perfectly the disappointments that await those who hope to find a nice souvenir for the kids in Midtown... New York Princess, 50 Percent Off Tourists Find New Way to...
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Graffiti For U & Me When friends visit New York City, they're often surprised to learn that much of the graffiti they see around town is "legal". From massive art exhibits to designated mural walls... The city allows graffiti in...
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Showtime at the Apollo The Apollo Theater's live Saturday night showcases are legendary for finding fresh talent. The "Stars of Tomorrow" always tops the night. 150 great video moments from Showtime Live At The Apollo Theatre! Don't miss these kids...
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The Kings of New York City The heroic dignity born of an honest days work, captured by Joe's NYC in rich detail... Bed Stuy Dolls on Grills in NYC Naked on Houston St A Bloom in the Gloom See Joe's...
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Live From New York... Saturday Night Live returns "live" in one week on Feb 23rd, with the fabulous Tina Fey as kick-off host, yay!... Post-strike SNL to Return How to Get "Saturday Night Live" Tickets Tina Fey On Why Paris...
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Blimps for New Yorkers A design competition asked "What if NYC were hit by a Category 3 hurricane?" and got amazing answers. Love this solution from Studio Lindfors highlighted by BldgBlog - We Will Migrate Into The Sky! "Sky Living"...
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Bearded in Brooklyn Mighty cold weather predicted for NYC this week. It's good time to grow a beard. But if you can't, there's - Beard Caps! Available at Scandinavian Grace in Williamsburg. Photo via Weather. Turban Pride Hair Scare Dog...
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Street Art Fantasy Land Two greats things about street art are demonstrated in this wonderful work by Chewie. How it can turn overlooked urban spaces into hidden galleries, and the imaginative way the artist's use the surroundings to add to...
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Statue of Liberty in Film Maxim's list of Movies That Mangle the Statue of Liberty is an interesting reflection on the symbol of "civilization" she's become. The end of the Statue of Liberty represents the possible end of mankind, but...
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Valentines Day in NYC If you're thinking about sending the night in NYC for Valentine's Day, here's an excellent list of Romantic Hotel Specials... including a fabulous package at the Hotel Gansevoort (pictured), and sweet deal at the Soho Grand...
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Subway Tiles as Art The use of fanciful tiles in New York City subway stations began in 1904, it's nice to see the tradition still brightens the halls and walls today... Subway Art for Straphangers The #1 Law of Subway...
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Times Square Dynamics New York City lends well to HDR, high dynamic range imagery. The technique brings out the chaos that often gets washed away in photos... Times Square at Night by Nacho.85 World's Biggest Bong in NY City Frankenstein...
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Queens Rule New York City What makes this story about 3 cruise ships converging in NYC interesting, is the hometown reporting... like these great photos on Flickr and fabulous headlines from the NY Times and the Gothamist. Somewhere Over The...
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Peace Out Have a rocking New Year's Eve, see you next year! You Are Beautiful Peace graf by Mercurialn on Flickr. More NYC Graffiti Underground
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NYC is Closed A hush falls over New York City shortly after Christmas. People are off work and out of town, the shopping madness is over, its like the city takes a little a sigh of relief, until New Year's...
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And To All A Good Night Good food, good drink, good God lets eat. Merry Christmas to all! Christmas at Pedro's by a Test Of Will New York City holiday magic... Peace in the Valley Snowman Graffiti City Starlight Sweet...
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Graffiti Mural Found in NYC A cool story from beginning to end, a legendary wall with tags from Futura, Fab 5 Freddy and Basquiat was found during building renovations and will be on display - Holy Grail of Graffiti Found...
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SantaCon Pictures The annual SantaCon gathering hit the streets of New York City last weekend. We live for this event vicariously through the fantastic photos Ray Olivares takes each year!... Santacon NYC 2007 Santa Mania in NYC More below...
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Signs of Expression in NYC Writing on signs is a fascinating form of expression. It's an easy and anonymous way to voice social commentary and often the messages are funny and poignant, from pooping on people's dreams to waking them...
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Somewhere Over The River Sunrise over the Hudson River, about 100 miles north of New York City. Who says the color's are over upstate?... As We Skate Off Into The Sunset New York City's Fiery Skies Sunset Over The Bronx...
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Holidazed NYC A reflective look at the insanity that rules NYC and particularly Times Square this time of year... Madness of Crowds Times Square in the 1950's Capturing Times Square at Night Frankenstein Shops in Times Square Live from NY:...
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Coney Island History As Coney Island's "redevelopment" threatens to wash away its past, here's a little gift from Professor Solomon that relishes its history, a free download of his book Coney Island! From Tony Marciante's incredible photos of Coney Island...
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Graffiti in New York City As much of New York City's renegade spirit disappears around us, it's nice to see graffiti is alive and well in some spots and still giving the city color... New Pieces at N13th More colorful...
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Street Art Sticks Street art stickers cover an old truck in NYC, by Theory Propaganda. Check out the Flickr page to see each sticker & artist identified! Old School NYC Stickers & Flyers Can Real Graffiti Be Legal? It's All...
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Good Night NY New York City has a gritty-shimmering darkness at night, and Overshadowed has a special way of capturing it... New York's night moods There's no other city like it
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Street Art Down the Sewer From the inventive minds of Sao Paulo street artists..."for at least a year, a few enterprising young artists who post under the Fotolog name 6emeia have been beautifying the city’s storm sewer openings with their...