Sandra Mangan

Mar 6, 2025 | w42st.com | Sandra Mangan

Ireland is a country filled with music, dance and culture — and there’ll be little sign of leprechauns, rivers of Guinness or overindulgence when all three are celebrated at the Irish Arts Center (IAC) this month. March is a busy month at IAC in Hell’s Kitchen, with the fun beginning on March 8 at the St Patrick’s Open Day. Celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, it is a free, family-friendly celebration of Irish culture.

Jan 23, 2025 | w42st.com | Sandra Mangan

It’s January, which must surely be the longest month of the year, and winter shows no sign of letting up — but there’s a sliver of light on that perpetually dark horizon… NYC Restaurant Week is here again! Until February 9 (yes, NYC Restaurant Week 2025 lasts for more than a fortnight), leave the post-holiday blues behind and enjoy a budget-friendly meal across a whole range of cuisines at some of the neighborhood’s favorite spots, with prix-fixe prices that won’t break the bank but are sure...

Nov 19, 2024 | w42st.com | Sandra Mangan

In a sure sign that the Holidays are coming, The Shops at Columbus Circle have turned on their dazzling array of colorful, super-sized stars. This year’s expanded “Holiday Under the Stars” display comprises 300,000 shimmering lights, 44 new stars and over 3,000 feet of sparkling garland illuminating the entire center. The glowing, color-changing stars will dance to choreographed light shows every 30 minutes from 5pm to midnight daily in the Great Room.

Oct 26, 2024 | w42st.com | Sandra Mangan

It was back in 1924 when The Whitby first opened its doors to struggling chorus girls, traveling jazz musicians, theater stars and fresh-faced Broadway hopefuls. The roster of past residents includes Betty Grable, Clarence Derwent, Diane Ladd and Wallace Shawn, as well as gangster Al Capone.

Oct 17, 2024 | w42st.com | Sandra Mangan

There’s the chance to witness the creative process up close and engage with a vibrant community of professional artists as The Elizabeth Foundation for the Arts (EFA) opens its doors for the 25th Anniversary of EFA Open Studios on October 18 and 19. Explore 74 artist studios and enjoy a host of arts programming and exhibitions, all located in the EFA building at 323 W39th Street (bw 8/9th Ave). Admission is free.