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Q3 2014 PFS Newsletter.Pdf PFS — "Checking In Newsletter" — Q3 2014 View this email in your browser arrive. relax. go out. Location Spotlight Park It Wining & Dining Sports Live Music In My Opinion premier location spotlight View 34 – the new destination for upscale living in New York City! View 34 Property Profile 401 E 34th Street, New York, NY 10016 THE BUILDING Located in the heart of midtown Manhattan, View 34 is walking distance to the East River, NYU Medical Center and numerous restaurants and nightlife. View 34 residents enjoy valet service, 24-hour doormen, on-site laundry, full- size fitness center, and bicycle storage. The rooftop deck is perfect for sunbathing or just soaking in the tremendous views of the Manhattan Skyline and East River. Experience better apartment living in Manhattan at View 34. THE NEIGHBORHOOD Midtown East’s central point of interest is historic Grand Central Station; one of the most stunning railroad stations in America. Grand Central Station is also home to several highly regarded restaurants, including; Michael Jordan's Steakhouse, Metrazur, and the famous Oyster Bar. Another superb restaurant in the area is Sparks Steak House, which is known for not only its massive steaks, but its impressive wine list as well. The landmark Chrysler Building and the United Nations are also Midtown East attractions. Midtown East is also home to some of the world's most well known department stores, including Lord & Taylor, Saks Fifth Avenue, Bloomingdales and Brooks Brothers. In addition, Midtown East offers a veritable who’s who of international fashion labels with stores on Madison and 5th Avenues. All of these exciting attractions are easily accessible via Midtown East’s Lexington Avenue subway lines. Go Back To Top park it Park Alternatives You May Not Know About Riverside Park: A Central Park Alternative Sure, Central Park is magnificent. But if you’re looking for an alternative to the crowds that choke Central Park on weekends, check out Riverside Park. It stretches from 62nd Street to 155th Street right along the Hudson River. The southern end of the park features several playgrounds, including the Little Engine Playground at 67th Street and the Henry Neufeld Elephant Playground at 76th Street. It’s also dog-friendly. Be sure to take your pooch to visit the 72nd Street dog run. Click here to access more. “Doin’ It in The Park” (Watch movies, that is…) “Heeere’s Johnny!” Remember that Jack Nicholson scene from “The Shining?” Well you can see it again in a very cool outdoor setting at the HBO Bryant Park Film Festival. Imagine- kicking back on the lawn at Bryant Park, taking in a movie. While you’re there, don’t let the pigeons steal your popcorn… Click here to access more. Brooklyn Bridge Park A well kept Manhattan secret, this park offers an array of activities and cool venues. TimeOut Magazine has ranked this park as a Top 50 New York City attraction. “Some city parks—Central and Prospect, most obviously—were built to replicate rustic fields and preserve serene woodland. Brooklyn Bridge Park, however, was not—and that’s precisely why it has become so popular in the almost three years since it debuted. The project has transformed a chunk of the Brooklyn waterfront into a nearly 85-acre expanse; several sections house unique attractions such as Jane’s Carousel, a restored 1920s merry-go-round, and riverside esplanades with gorgeous Manhattan views. Its latest addition, Pier 5, designed specifically for "active recreation"—sporting leagues and events —further cements the space as the city’s premier urban playground.” Click here to access more. — TimeOut New York Go Back To Top wining & dining Foodies Delight “One of my favorite things to do in NYC is EAT. The restaurant choices are endless so whatever you are craving there is a restaurant to satisfy.’’ City Winery 155 Varick Street Link to Website If you are passionate- like I am, about Wine, Music, and Great Food you are sure to love City Winery. Award Winning Wine: 20 in house wines sourced from vineyards in California, Oregon, Washington, Argentina, and Chile. In addition to a wine list of over 400 unique producers from all over the world. Great Food: Not only terrific wine pairings, but also wine infused. Upcoming Music Events include: Aaron Neville, The Bacon Brothers to name a couple. Check out the extensive calendar for performances and tickets. Insider Scoop: Go for the free outdoor concerts in the backyard every Tuesday throughout the summer. Riverpark, A Tom Colicchio Restaurant 450 E 29th Street Link to Website Unique Farm-to-Table cuisine sourced from a sizable urban garden adjacent to the restaurant. Repeatedly included on NYC’s “Top 10 lists for Outdoor Dining”. This tucked away Tom Colicchio venture offers two unique dining options. The convivial bar space is perfect for a casual bite and drink, featuring eight beers on tap, a user-friendly wine list and a menu offering options from snacks to more substantial entrées. The dining room has a more structured menu, ideal for refined meals. Guests can enjoy both menus on the expansive outdoor patio overlooking the East River. Bon Appétit — Therese Riehle Business Development Manager Go Back To Top sports Summer Fun on the Rivers “Since I am one of Premier’s employees who commutes into NYC every day, I tend to fill up my suburban weekends on the local rivers. Canoeing, rafting, kayaking and tubing down a river offers the perfect way to enjoy the outdoors. The tri-state area offers river experiences that include all classes of rivers for beginners thru expert paddlers. Some of my favorite rivers are the Mouse and Hudson Rivers to the North - think above Albany NY, the Delaware River - think due West of NYC and the Oswego River down in the New Jersey Pine Barrens Forest – west of the Jersey Shore. I point out these rivers because each is unique with a different experience: The Mouse and Hudson are fast running rivers with large rapids. You will raft or kayak with a guide and paddle on his commands to get the best experience and have the safest trip. Click here to access more. The Delaware River offers all types of rafting, canoeing, kayaking and tubing. The river has several sections and each can be navigated by anyone wishing to enjoy the river. There are several companies but Kittitiny Canoe Company is the largest with the best service — (My brother Matthew worked at the Matamoras Base years ago). Click here to access more. West of the Jersey Shore area is the NJ Pine Barrens with a picturesque Oswego River. This is a slow moving river with many twists and turns for any level canoe or kayaker. You will not believe you are in NJ when you paddle this river. Click here to access more. Look for me...I’ll be out there with Daisy, my Wheaton Terrier.” Happy Paddling! — Joseph Gurth Vice President World Cup Fever World Cup Fever rocked Manhattan as restaurants and pubs were standing room only due to America’s growing interest in the World Cup. I am not sure if the United States success in the group of death had anything to do with the renowned interest but it certainly helped. On a Tuesday afternoon I asked a client to meet me outside my office building and because it was a nice day we figured we would walk down the Manhattan streets and find a restaurant that appealed to us. As we walked by the local pubs we heard loud roars, clapping, groans and most of all “yelling” generally directed at the referees. There were a lot of “C’Mons” and other words that area not suitable for this newsletter but one thing was for sure, this game is evoking passion that only sports can find and New York is certainly the perfect nest to do so. New York is the melting pot of the world embracing all walks of life and the cultures they bring. In any given neighborhood you can enjoy a mixture of different cuisines and nightlife born from cities all over the world. You can be in a Dutch restaurant watching the Netherlands play Mexico and cross the street and be in a Mexican restaurant watching the game -- the same game but two totally different vibes.. Soccer is a universal language in which we can all agree on. The glue that brings all nations together under the same set of rules for 90 minutes. The game’s tone is similar to an orchestra where you have some high notes and lull notes and you don’t know exactly when they will peak. What is not on the field is what is left in the locker room -- politics, historical conflict, wealth gaps and ideologies. We had a great time that Tuesday -- we saw the United States play Germany and lose 1-0 but still advance to the next round. An afternoon filled with excitement, fear, patriotism and relief. All over a round ball trying to find its way into the net. — Matt Scully National Sales Manager Ding! Ding! Hey- I’m Bikin’ Here! 25th NYC Century Bike Tour Sunday, September 7th, 2014 100 miles on a bicycle? In one day? Around NYC? Seriously? Whether you’re a hardcore cyclist or a casual weekend pedaler, the 2014 New York City Century Bike Tour is not to be missed. The diverse neighborhoods, the challenging course, and the camaraderie with fellow NYC “centurions” make this a one of a kind bike tour. I’ve participated in the NYC Century Bike Tour for the past two years and managed to complete its 100 mile route both times.
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