Issue 5 - 2015

DEC 16, 2015
JAN 15, 2016
Murray Hill & Kips Bay
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Holiday Season and
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GIFTING
The holiday season is upon us in full storm. Brightly colored lights pop up on our neighbor’s
homes and our families begin to call a little more often. Many of us set out on
determined missions in our downtime with one goal in mind: find the perfect gift.
It’s a quest that faces us year after year. Surely we know our spouses and friends well
enough to find a gift they will truly love. A gift that will show them how close attention
we pay to their innermost desires. We want to give something that’s meaningful, useful,
and hopefully not too expensive.
The holiday season can put so much pressure on us. Everyone wants to see the light
shine in someone’s eyes when they open their gift Christmas morning. We all want that
infamous squeal of delight, maybe even tears of joy. Sometimes, the pressure to find
the perfect gift can be so heavy that we lean in the totally opposite direction. Rather
than risk falling short, we give them what we know they need: gift card. Let them decide
what’s perfect for them.
Research suggests that giving
does actually make us
happier. Any person who
has managed to give
that “perfect” gift can
attest to that.
But what happens when
we fall short of that? Is it
enough to give a gift that
truly comes from the heart?
Is it really the thought that
counts?
Every year, the media throws new lists of hot gift items at us, encouraging us to spend
everything we have to prove to our family and friends how much we care. We’re told
that the higher the price tag and the more features, the better our gifts. It’s only after
we have burned through our wallets that we discover that the latest new and shiny
thing has already been set on the shelf in favor of something even shinier.
This year, rather than spending hours at malls and waiting in long lines for the latest and
greatest, perhaps we should all make a vow to give a gift that will burn into the soul of
our recipients. Seek to give a gift that speaks to their innermost spirit, rather than their
status. When tears fill their eyes, consider your mission accomplished.
Story by Mateeka Quinn

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Boris Sharapan presents
SHOWCASE
at
CHARLESTON
the
WHERE PRIME LOCATION AND LUXURY MEET
The Charleston’s location in historic, residential Murray Hill is
convenient to all transportation, dining and shopping.
TheBorisSharapanTeam.elliman.com

Boris Sharapan and Douglas Elliman Managers Dora Abril, Alfred Renna and Bradley Loe
On November 19th The
Boris Sharapan Team at
Douglas Elliman Real Estate
hosted a unique event at The
Charleston Condominium, one
of Murray Hill’s most premier
luxury buildings, located at 225
East 34th Street. New York
City’s top real estate brokers
were invited to tour five of
Boris’s listings at The Charleston.
Boris and his team masterfully
executed a showcase of all the
amazing features and amenities,
along with a strong case as to
why Murray Hill is the next up
and coming, family-friendly
neighborhood in New York City.
The event truly brought
together some of the best
businesses in Murray Hill with
Van Diemen’s Bar & Kitchen
providing amazing cocktails and
Hill & Bay serving delicious hors
d’oeuvres.
Boris Sharapan is the
broker specialist for The
Charleston and a resident
himself in the building. He is
constantly breaking records for
the highest price in the building
and neighborhood. If you are
interested in learning more
about The Charleston or the real
estate market, then Boris is your
go to man.
Hill & Bay provided hors d’oeuvres. Manager
Scott Dobrydney with Boris Sharapan.
BORIS’ LISTINGS IN
THE CHARLESTON
Apartment 2K
1 Bedroom | 836 SF + 131 SF terrace
20 SF private storage
$1,249,000
Apartment 5J
1 Bedroom | 870 SF + 60 SF balcony
20 SF private storage
$1,250,000
Apartment 7C
2 Bedroom | 1,248 SF
25 SF private storage
$1,799,000
Apartment 5E
2 Bedrooms | 1,433 SF + 60 SF balcony
25 SF private storage
$2,120,000
Apartment 19E
2 Bedroom (Convertible 3 Bedroom)
2.5 Bathrooms | 1466 SF
531 SF terrace | $2,899,000
Boris Sharapan
Lic. Assoc. R. E. Broker
212.303.5321
boris.sharapan@elliman.com
Van Diemens Bar & Kitchen provided creative
cocktails. Owner Lev Sigalov and Lauren.
575 MADISON AVENUE, NY, NY 10022. 212.891.7000 © 2015 DOUGLAS ELLIMAN REAL ESTATE. ALL MATERIAL PRESENTED HEREIN IS INTENDED FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES
ONLY. WHILE, THIS INFORMATION IS BELIEVED TO BE CORRECT, IT IS REPRESENTED SUBJECT TO ERRORS, OMISSIONS, CHANGES OR WITHDRAWAL WITHOUT NOTICE. ALL
PROPERTY INFORMATION, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO SQUARE FOOTAGE, ROOM COUNT, NUMBER OF BEDROOMS AND THE SCHOOL DISTRICT IN PROPERTY LISTINGS ARE
DEEMED RELIABLE, BUT SHOULD BE VERIFIED BY YOUR OWN ATTORNEY, ARCHITECT OR ZONING EXPERT. EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY.

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HOROSCOPE
Aries
Go out and have some fun, but be careful
where your money’s going. No one likes
starting the new year with an empty wallet,
so make sure that you’re spending wisely to
avoid the fi nancial hangover.
Taurus
The season of holiday parties is upon us,
and this month will be good for you to get
out there and meet people. The end of the
month gets you into a good position to
meet someone that will connect you with a
group of people that will advance your goals.
Gemini
You’re not usually one to hold your tongue,
but think before you speak and it will pay off.
Some inward meditation might work, even it
if it’s something as simple as counting to ten
before saying something rash.
Cancer
The year is coming to close and you’ll
become nostalgic for what happened and
wonder what is to come. Look at what
didn’t work and resolve to do better over
the next year.
Leo
You have been focusing on expanding your
scope of knowledge and traveling to new
places, but now you want to relax and enjoy
some of the pleasures that you’ve been
putting off. Follow your instincts, because
they aren’t wrong.
Virgo
As the world slows down for the end of the
year, you just need to reminded that you
need to work even harder. Go out there
and fi nd the best ways to work from other
people, and you’ll fi nd your own system.
Libra
The crowds you draw are going to act
as a foil for your smaller home life, but
both are equally important. Draw the
balance you’re known for and you’ll end
the year on a good note.
Scorpio
As the year draws to a close, you may
want to look back and see what needs
to change. Start with your home and
family life and begin to do your new
year’s cleaning early.
Sagittarius
With all of the attention on you this
month, how will you choose to lead?
Your instincts are telling you to have fun
and not to worry about tomorrow, but
enjoy it for the rest of the year, as you’ll
have a lot of challenges to start the new
year with.
Capricorn
What have you been denying yourself
all year? Once you answer that question,
go out and take what you want, but be
careful to keep everything in balance.
Aquarius
Feel free to sparkle and dazzle while
you go off to the many parties you’ll be
invited to, but make sure to keep all of
your secrets close to the vest. You’ll feel
especially taciturn around Christmas, but
be sure to keep the mood light.
Pisces
The year draws to a close and all you
want to do is be at home or see the
friends that are visiting. Stick close to
them, and you’ll experience a revelation
for the direction your new year will take.

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NEWLY OPENED
“Food - absolutely
delicious, ambiance - perfect,
service - superb... Excellent
selection of creative drinks
featuring a wide selection
of rum. Walked in dancing -
walked out dancing. ”
Steel Pan, the new Caribbean place to eat is now officially open, serving up
exceptional authentic cuisine, roughly on the corner of 3rd Ave and E 31st St.
in Midtown East, in Kips Bay- and customers are wildly excited about the new
dinner fare.
True to traditional Caribbean style, Steel Pan offers a variety of rum-spiked
cordials to get your taste-buds all set for their show-stopping entrées. Steel Pan
creates Caribbean favorites such as fish & chicken tacos, plantains, spicy jerk
chicken and oxtail, to mention only a few options among the wealth of classic
meals. Appetizer portions are said to be generous as well as tasty.
Yet for all the colorful fanfare that the food has to offer, it seems that the edibles
are only half of the appeal of Steel Pan. Diners agree that the staff is what brings
it, with their warm smiles and inviting, open manner, this Caribbean eatery is a
much-needed accompaniment to the area and has been well-received.
STEEL PAN
447 3rd Ave
NY, NY 10016
(212) 213-3223
events@steelpan.nyc
PRIVATE EVENT ROOM
available for parties, or
business meetings.

With the perfect ambiance
to set the mood, Steel Pan
provides colorful, authentic
Caribbean food to satisfy
even the most sophisticated
tastes, all with a stylish
atmosphere as a backdrop
to the entire experience.
If you’re planning to dine in, place an early
reservation - and don’t leave without tasting
the rum punch.
“ I can’t wait to
come back and
try the rest of the
menu! Also
super chill nice
environment... “

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UPCOMING EVENTS
Holistic Holiday Bazaar &
Bollywood Dance Class
December 19 - 7pm to 10pm
New York Open Center 22 East 30th Street
Make fun loving energetic friends
and shop at the resourceful holistic
bazaar. Enjoy the fun activities &
bollywood dance class in New York
Open Center. Don’t forget to invite
your friends and family for this special
event. FREE
Seinfeld Trivia Extravaganza
December 23 - 8pm to 10pm
Slattery’s Midtown Pub 8 East 36th Street #3
Do you hate the commercial and
religious aspects of Christmas?
Are you exhausted from raining
blows on other shoppers while
reaching for that last doll on the shelf?
If we’re scratching you right where
you itch, then gather embracing your
root and celebrate a Festivus for the
rest of us with a Seinfeld Trivia. FREE
New Years Eve 2016 - PS450
December 31 - 9pm - 4am
PS450 - 450 Park Avenue S
Celebrate New Years Eve at PS450
the Park Ave South’s fi rst late night
hot spot. 5 hours premium open
bar (9PM-2AM), 2 hours of passed
Hors D’oeuvre (9PM-11PM), Live DJ,
Champagne toast at midnight and
more… Tickets starting at $95 per
person.
A Taste of Magic
January 1 - 8pm to 10pm
Dock’s 633 3rd Ave
This New York City magic show is dedicated
to combining two of the things
we love most, fi ne food and great
close-up entertainment. Between each
course, world class entertainers will
astound and delight you with a closeup
magic show right at your table. There
is no better way to experience magic
in New York City. $60 per person (includes
the show, a three-course meal,
and tax)
Parenting Day to Night
January 7 - 6:30pm
1 Park Ave, 7th Floor
Parenting is more than a full-time job
- especially for kids with ADHD. This
workshop presents practical advice for
getting through the day - from morning
routine to bedtime - with less stress
and resistance. FREE
Bar tending Class: Holiday Drinks
and Mixology
January 11- 5:00 PM
Lexington’s - 130 East 39th Street
The New York Social Network is the
only social/networking group to offer a
Bartending / Mixology class where you
get to go behind an actual bar and mix
drinks with the real stuff! Join them
for this special edition of our famous
Bartending Class where we focus on
special holiday themed drinks. $41.99
per person
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