October 29, 2012

The Great Krispy Kreme Donut Giveaway

What: Krispy Kreme is giving away a free Halloween or Pumpkin Spiced Donut when you show up in costume on Wednesday October 31st.
When: Wed, Oct 31 at 9AM - 6PM 
Where: Krispy Kreme Doughnuts: 2 Penn Plaza

October 28, 2012

Shocktoberfest

What: Get into the Halloween spirit with a haunting experience for the whole family, complete with games and crafts for kids.
When: October 30, 4–8pm
Where: Playground for All Children (111-01 Corona Ave. at 111th St.)
, Queens

October 27, 2012

It’s Boorito time at Chipotle

What: It is no trick, it’s Boorito time this Halloween from 4 p.m. to close for all hobgoblins who dress in costume with a tie-in photo contest online to boooot! But the real treat is what the small price of $2 accomplishes. 

This time the deal does not end at the checkout. With every bewitching $2 burrito, bowl, salad, or order of tacos purchased, proceeds of up to $1 million will benefit their committed cause, the Chipotle Cultivate foundation. 

When: October 31, 2012 , 4pm - closing
Where: Any Chipotle

October 26, 2012

New-York Historical Society’s inaugural film series

What: Join us for the New-York Historical Society’s inaugural film series, featuring opening remarks by notable directors, writers, actors, and historians. Produced in conjunction with New-York Historical’s exhibition WWII & NYC, this selection of classic films will show a broad scope of life during and after the most widespread and destructive conflict in human history.

Double Victory (2012)
Legendary filmmaker George Lucas joins Brent Staples and former Tuskegee Airman Roscoe Brown to discuss this documentary, produced by Lucasfilm Ltd., spotlighting America’s first all-black aerial unit who broke racial barriers and challenged stereotypes by serving their country in World War II. This documentary was made in conjunction with Lucasfilm’s Red Tails.

When: Fri, October 26th, 2012 | 7:00 pm
Where: The Robert H. Smith Auditorium at the New-York Historical Society: 170 Central Park West
Cost: Entrance to the film series is included with Museum Admission during New-York Historical’s Pay-as-you-wish Friday Nights (6-8 PM). No advanced reservations are possible for these events. Tickets are distributed on a first-come, first-served basis beginning at 6 PM. Auditorium doors open at 6:30 PM (unless otherwise noted).

The Genealogy Event

What: The Genealogy Event is a two day event for those interested in genealogy and family history.  The event will feature a wide variety of exhibitors, learning opportunities and one on one expert sessions  – and all in one space!
When: Friday October 26th: 12:00pm - 7:00pm 
Saturday October 27th: 9:00am - 6:00pm
Where: Metropolitan Pavilion: 18th street between Avenue of the Americas (also known as 6th Avenue) and 7th Avenue. 

Halloween Fun

Hunts Point Halloween
October 31, 6–9pm
Hunts Point Recreation Center (765 Manida St. at Spofford Ave.)

St. Mary’s Halloween
October 31, 6–9pm
St. Mary's Recreation Center (450 St. Ann’s Ave. in St. Mary's Park)


Both Hunt’s Point and St Mary’s rec centers have some Halloween-night fun in store for the whole family. Visit the haunted houses and pumpkin patches; compete for the best, scariest and most creative costumes; and celebrate the spookiest night of the year with face painting, games and music.

October 25, 2012

MS Surface Launch

What: First 100 people in line when doors open receive a year’s Xbox Music Pass, a value of $99.90, with purchase.* So be sure to get to your local store early! Plus don’t miss the free Xbox prizes. 
When: October 26th, 2012, 8AM
Where: Various locations 

Haunted House Maze

What: Brave the haunted maze–eerie music, fog, black lights and strobes add to the thrill. Monsters, zombies and even Dracula in a coffin, are on hand for this Halloween event. For those who don't like to be frightened, there’s face painting downstairs.
When: October 31, 6:30–9pm
Where:
East 54th Street Recreation Center (348 E. 54th St. bet. First and Second Aves.)