This is a great place to pick-up your seasonal Tennis Permit ($100) or Single Play Tickets ($7.00)…read moregood at all NYC Tennis Courts in all of the boroughs. This office is pretty easy to find, right inside of the old historical building INSIDE of Central Park, facing 5th at 64th Street. Yes the building with the plaques and the cannonballs over the doorway, fancy chandelier hanging in the lobby. Hang a right and go through the doorway downstairs to the basement, past the snack bar area and then go down the hallway to the left. The ticket window is right there. They take your picture and get your badge printed in a matter of mins.. and have all sorts of information to hand out such as a list of all the tennis courts in the greater city of new york! If you are planning on playing more than 14 times from April-November of 2010 then the season pass is the way to go...but note its not a 365 day pass...it is done no matter when you buy it by November of that year. If your crazy avid tennis player friend wants you to join them one weekend for a game, pay $7.00 for a one time ticket, see how you like it, then maybe take the plunge to invest in the season pass. Once you are a season pass member you can also call and reserve a court at a particular time slot in the bougie* 93rd & Central Park West Courts Facility. This location has over 30 courts and is the biggest in the city. However in order to reserve a court you need to purchase a court reservation ticket also... (another $7.00) They try to make it so difficult but once you get the hang of it you are good to go! *You may have seen these courts featured in the film The September Issue when LV decked head to toe.. André Leon Talley was getting his minor sweat on... http://www.imdb.com/video/screenplay/vi1245839897/

Full-season permits for adults 18-61 cost $200. Permits for seniors 62 and over cost $20 and…read morepermits for juniors below 18 cost $10. Single-play and reservation tickets cost $15.

Given the news reports you almost expect to be on hold for a month waiting for a harried, bi-polar…read morerepresentative who will "be with you shortly." Maybe it was sheer luck but I got through in five minutes and concluded my business quickly with a human who couldn't have been more helpful. When I woke up yesterday I wouldn't have believed that I'd be leaving Social Security a five star review but nevertheless...

I'm surprised Social Security is still around! We've been hearing for decades that Social Security…read morewill be 86'd and will have died a slow death before I/we can collect what we have so diligently paid into it. For being another bloated Government organization, I've always had good interactions with the Social Security staff, albeit minimal instances that I've contacted them. Here's to finger and toe crossing that Social Security actually delivers when I do file for it, and, I hope the same for you, too!

Firefighters here are very friendly and welcoming. Will be happy to talk to you or show you around!read more

This was my destination on my Central Park walk day. I have been here twice before but I really…read morewanted a perfect picture. it was a solid 90 min walk from hotel and it was a perfect day. Not hot , not cold .. on the way here I saw some more sights that I hadn't seen in the past. I sat and waited for the group of kids who were climbing all over it. once they left myself and others got our pics in. I returned to my bench to figure out the next destination. A man came and sat in front of the statue and started reading "Alice in wonderland" with a bit of amplification. That was interesting. Then I wa on my way... love seeing my fav. Disney girl in stone!

Such a cute statue!…read more Came here to get some cute photos with the fam and our little one. The statue was so nice and the wait to take photos was short. They weren't many people around. There was a nice man playing the keyboard at the statue which added to the experience. Side Note: there are benches to sit at near the statue, a water area that is empty during the winter, and bathrooms a little ways down.

Remember the climax of "Elf"? I mean when Will Ferrell perilously rode with Lou Grant, I mean…read moreSanta, on his sleigh and clipped the fountain and smashed onto the terrace. Or when Amy Adams finished her big number here in "Enchanted". Of course there was "The Avengers" where it served as the final gathering point of Earth's Mightiest Heroes. Yes, that's how iconic this place is. This is Central Park's grand centerpiece as designed by Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux. Featuring a grand staircase that connects its two levels, the terrace has an impressive Minton tile ceiling where troubadours take advantage of the acoustics (Video). People gather around the majestic Bethesda Fountain. This is the vibrant gathering place for all your Tinder and Grindr hookups. RELATED - Exploring NYC? Here's a collection of non-culinary places l've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/gZsND8XAkE

Bethesda Terrace is one of the most beautiful architectural spots in Central Park. The grand…read morestaircase, detailed carvings, and beautiful views make it a must-see. The terrace also offers a great view of Bethesda Fountain and the lake. There are always people walking around, taking pictures, or simply enjoying the area. It has a classic New York feel and is definitely worth a visit.

The firemen here were so sweet, they were actually willing to take photos with the tourists! I…read moreactually jumped in for a shot! Thanks Guys for all you do!!

This is a great house! Know from friends that they do fire inspections of the Broadway theaters and…read moreare very highly regarded; they also are one of the friendliest houses I have ever visited in NYC. --They suffered severe losses and they and some Hazmat responders were among the very worst hit on September 11. "Never Missed a Performance," and "Pride of Midtown" are great rigs with great crews and it was a real pleasure being there...I had my picture taken with one of the fireman. too. Yes, thank you guys for all you do indeed!

This is one of my favorite NYPL branches. Plenty of seating, outlets, books, and activities for a…read morewide age range. My personal favorite is the two puzzles they leave out for anyone to solve. The wifi here is also much better than the 42nd St NYPL location. There are restrooms and water fountains as well. The staff are extremely welcoming and knowledgeable. This location is one of my favorite study spots.

Love Love.Love.,New York.Public..Library! Staff,is…read moregreat!...Books, Ambience,.Location!

NYPD 19th Precinct My apartment complex is being protected…read moreby the 19th Precinct of NYPD. When I know they are around I feel secure. We have well over 1400 apartments in Four High Rise buildings. There's definitely multi resident in apartments or you couldn't afford the two bedroom. With the current economy crime may be on the rise but the data shows it's way down in NYC. I'm not sure about my neighborhood so I'm glad NYPD is showing their presence.

While in the area I found someone's ID on the ground and returned it here. The officer I spoke with…read moreinside was courteous and thanked me for dropping it off. Hopefully, that person's ID was returned to them. The 19th Precinct serves the Upper East Side of Manhattan. The precinct is one of the most densely populated residential areas in Manhattan. The southern part of the precinct has a large commercial area and features Madison, Lexington, and 3rd Avenues, which are well known for their shopping and assorted businesses. I back the blue as I know they don't have an easy job nowadays, especially with the city politics getting involved

In Central Park is a statue of Balto, an Alaskan husky famous for assisting in the transportation…read moreof diphtheria antitoxin across Alaska. In 1925 there was a diphtheria epidemic in Nome, Alaska, but the antitoxin was located in Anchorage, which is a hella a long way from Nome. The antitoxin was transported across over 1000km in 5.5 days by 20 mushers and about 150 sled dogs, and Balto was the lead sled dog in the final stretch of the journey, thus getting all the glory. (Per Wikipedia, the sled dog Togo was the lead dog in the team that covered the longest and most dangerous part of the route, but no one knows his name.) Cool piece of history, but odd that a dog was honoured in Central Park before a woman was. [Yelp collections: East Coast 2022; NY Summer 2022; NY Central Park; Monuments, Memorials, and Historical Markers]

A must see if you're a Balto fan! After seeing the movie and finding out about the statue, I knew I…read morehad to put it on my list. Was easy to find and honors the dog tht brought relief to an Alaskan town suffering from diphtheria. 2023 #109

I can see why Yoko picked this little pocket of Central Park. I have been a huge fan of the…read moreBeatles & the legend John Lennon since I was little. Being the first time in NYC as an adult, this was on the top 10 sites to see. It's a nice location, that only costs a little of one's time.

A nice memorial area to John Lennon, right across the Dakota where he was murdered. Sadly too many…read morevendors greet you as you walk into Central Park. The vendors ironically only take cash, in a now mostly cashless country. There is a nice imagine plaque at the start after passing the vendors. You will also see artists playing music, of course Imagine is on the must play list. From there you can walk deeper into Central Park to get nice views of the neighboring skyline. For a quick memorial visit and a good starting point to Central Park it's worth the visit.