New ball for ’08′ December 28, 2007

We all know the significance of the New Year’s Eve ball in New York City. To the world, it symbolizes something that is amazing, wonderful and entertaining at the same time. Even for those that aren’t physically present when the ball drops, it is just as visible on TV.

This year, the ball has been reconstructed and relighted. Equipped with new energy efficient light bulbs, the ball will be bigger and brighter than ever; all the while still using half of the energy it used to. Workers were seen very busy on Thursday installing 672 Waterford crystal triangles on the New Year’s ball. It could be time consuming, said one worker, but he just loves doing it. That is why he keeps on coming back every year.

Go with friends, get there around 6pm.

Remember, no alcohol!

Have fun!!

- think24seven

There’s no party like an NYC party! December 27, 2007

In New York City, Times Square is the place to be for New Year’s Eve. It’s unbeatable! People come from all over the world just to celebrate the holidays in NYC. The shopping, the food, the lights; it’s all in good fun. However, the parties are just one of a kind. If you want to party like a New Yorker on New Year’s Eve, here are some of the most popping parties that you can go to:

**Roseland Ballroom with superstar recording artist Maya

- $35-$75

**Spotlight Live hosted by Kevin Dillon of HBO’s Entourage

- $75-$325

**China Club Jade Terrace

- $75-$110

**Bryant Park Grill

- $150-$250

**LQ

- $75-$225

**Cipriani 42nd Street

- $115-$165

**STK

- $125-$260

**Amalia and D’Or at the Dream Hotel

- $150-$225

**Bar None

- $60-$225

**Lotus with Biz Markie

- $145-$250

**Hiro Ballroom in the Maritime Hotel

- $60-$150

**Hotel Gansevoort with Kid Rock

-$200-$350

**Mars 2112

- $110-$200

** Dave & Busters

-$100-$125

There are so many parties to go to, it is literally impossible to make them all in one night. However, that’s the beauty of NYC. You can certainly try to party hop on New Year’s Eve as much as you like. For more information on parting like a rock star visit:

www.newyears.com

- think24seven