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This Is New York City
This Is New York City™
One city, five boroughs, unlimited options: this is New York City. No matter what you're looking for, finding it has never been easier. Via nycvisit.com you can identify what type of NY’er you are and discover which shopping, dining, arts and entertainment events fit you best.
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Summer in the City
Visit the City University of New York’s (CUNY) Summer in the City Web site to find a range of events to jump-start your summer. CUNY offers recreational programs and cultural events that encourage you to celebrate the summer, along with a wide range of children’s and teen activities to ensure a summer free of boredom and full of creativity.
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Download Books, Movies, and Music

Download e-books, movies, music, and audio books to your computer or handheld via the "Digital Media" section of the Queens Library Web site. It's free with your Queens Library card.
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Learn to Play and Sports Clinics
The Department of Parks & Recreation has many clinics for those interested in learning how to play sports or simply looking for people to play with. There are both seasonal and year-round offerings available.
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DYCD After School Programs
As more parents enter the workforce, the City of New York has expanded quality after-school services to support young people and their families. The Department of Youth and Community Development supports the largest after school initiative in the nation as well as community centers located in public schools that provide an array of services.
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Use the NYC.gov Events Calendar
The NYC.gov Events Calendar provides details on activities in City parks, volunteer opportunities, public meetings and hearings, closings and schedule changes related to public holidays, and more.
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DID YOU KNOW

ArrowYou Can Submit Pictures and Video to the City
The City of New York has launched a pilot program that allows the public to submit still images and/or audio/video files of select conditions that occur in the City, by calling 311 or by visiting NYC.gov.

ArrowYou Can Purchase NYC Parking Cards Online or Via CityStore
Prepare ahead for parking in the City, purchase an NYC Parking Card online or via CityStore. Learn more about NYC Parking Cards at the DOT Website.

ArrowYou Can Get Restaurant Inspection Results Online
Find information on the latest inspection of each of New York City's more than 20,000 restaurants from the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH).

ArrowYou May Access Flood-Related Claim Forms Online
To file a claim related to flooding (Property Damage from Water), you may access the Comptroller's claim form (in PDF) via the New York City Office of the Comptroller's Web site.

ArrowHYDC Info is Online
Find out more about Hudson Yards Development Corporation (HYDC) and the redevelopment of the Hudson Yards area in West Midtown online at HYDC.org.