Wednesday August 14th, 2024

And last week's poll question results: Which Radiology Joke is the Funniest?

• Why do radiologists make great friends? - Because they always know how to read you! - 51.1%
• Why did the X-ray get promoted? - Because it always made things clear! - 11.1%
• Radiology is a great field - It's all about finding that inner beauty! - 6.7%
• Why did the cat get a CT scan? - To find out if it had any purroblems? - 31.1%

Benefits of Walking

While Walking May Note Appear to be a Strenuous Exercise, it Offers a Wide Range of Benefits!

Whether you want to enhance your brainpower or give your legs a much-needed workout, think about taking a walk during your lunch break. It's not only a fantastic way to support your overall health but also an effective method to spark creativity.

Adding a daily walk to your routine can aid in weight loss or management, help prevent issues like high blood pressure, strengthen your bones, and enhance your balance and coordination.

One study discovered that individuals who took a walking lunch experienced improved concentration and reduced stress in the afternoon.

Top Five Free Things to Do in NYC

Free Museum Days

One of the benefits of living in or visiting New York City is all the incredible cultural institutions and museums are at your beck-and-call like The Metropolitan Museum Of Art, MoMA or the Guggenheim.

NYC's Outdoor Art

Locations such as the High Line, Central Park, the Metropolitan Museum Of Art, Cadman Plaza in Brooklyn and Socrates Sculpture Park in Queens and other NYC locales all have a wide variety of pieces awaiting you, from massive sculptures to eye-popping murals

Coney Island Fireworks

Friday Night Fireworks run weekly through Labor Day. Fireworks begin at approximately 9:45pm and launch from the beach at West 12th Street, providing a breathtaking backdrop to the iconic boardwalk and amusement parks.

Free Yoga in Bryant Park

Outdoor classes will be held all summer long through September 25 with excellent instructors. These popular classes occur Tuesday mornings at 10am on the terrace and Wednesday afternoons at 6pm on the lawn.

Field of Light



On the far east edge of Manhattan, 18,750 glowing orbs of light sprout from the ground. They gleam in green, blue, pink, and purple tones, each one emerging from the Earth like an avant-garde flower. Find Field of Light at East 41st Street between First Avenue and FDR Drive.

NYP Employee Discount

Employee Discount Hub: PerkSpot

NewYork-Presbyterian provides many helpful offerings, such as discounts and perks, to our team members. PerkSpot is an online hub where you can easily access employee discounts, exclusive seasonal deals, and more.

To explore all available benefits, please create an account on the PerkSpot discount hub using your NYP email address.

PerkSpot lets you customize the types of discounts you want to see based on your preferences and also allows you to search for specific deals in your area.

Manhattan

• Enjoy The Ikea Sleepeasy Event this weekend in Manhattan! An immersive sleep experience—pulls back the covers on how to get the best rest.

Brooklyn

•  Visit Coney Island Beach in Brooklyn this Saturday for the 32nd Annual Sand Sculpting Competition. Now in its 32nd year, this favorite among locals and tourists alike draws thousands to the beach to witness the incredible talent on display.

Queens

• Visit Queens this weekend to for the Museum of the Moving Image in Astoria. Check out the various programs and events suitable for all ages.

Staten Island

• Head to Staten Island this weekend and check out All Things Vintage Market at the Empire Outlets Pop-up.  Lets reuse and recycle fashion. What a way to find unique items and keeping all fabrics and old things out of our environment.

Bronx

• Visit the Bronx this weekend to enjoy the "Floating Pool Lady". Unlike your average spots to swim, “Floating Pool Lady” at Barretto Point Park in the Bronx is actually located on a barge floating in the East River!