A RARE SALE AT JUST SCANDINAVIAN: 30%–50% OFF
Stock up on holiday gifts (or pick up something for yourself) at Just Scandinavian‘s sale on assorted candlesticks, trays, place mats, votives, pitchers, and much more—the table shown is just one of two, and more merchandise is being added all the time. Brands and designers include Iittala, Josef Frank, Eva Schildt, Orrefors, Anna Kraitz, Aalto, and Erik Magnussen. Prices are 30%–50% off. Stop by soon! 161 Hudson (at Laight), 212-334-2556, justscandinavian.com.

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THE 2ND ANNUAL “TASTE OF THE SEAPORT” FESTIVAL
South Street Seaport is pleased to present the “Taste of The Seaport,” a fundraiser for enrichment programs at P.S. 397. Taking place Sunday, October 9, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., near Front and Beekman Streets, it features over twenty local restaurants presenting tastings of their signature offerings and live music. Advance tickets for “Taste of the Seaport” are $25/five tastings and can be purchased in advance at brownpapertickets.com/event/202441. Day-of tickets are $30 for five tastings.

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PLAN A PARTY AT PALM TRIBECA AND EVERYBODY WINS
The Palm Tribeca has an offer that’ll get you in the holiday mood: Book a party before Oct. 31 and you’ll receive a $300 gift card (if it’s a dinner) or $150 gift card (luncheon). What’s more, each of your guests gets a $25 Palm gift card. The event must be between November 1, 2011 and January 31, 2012; the minimum amount spent must be $2,000 at dinner or $1,500 at lunch (neither includes tax or service). Details: thepalm.com/myparty.

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INTRODUCING A NEW DOG WALKING AND CAT CARE SERVICE
Scott’s Dog Walking and Cat Care covers Tribeca, Battery Park, and the Financial District. Having lived in the area for over 20 years, we know the best streets for your pet’s walks. Your dog will enjoy doing his business while we do ours while you’re at work or play. For rates and info, see scottsdogwalkingandcatcare.com, and then give us a call for a meet and greet. As an introductory offer, we’ll take 20% off one week’s walking.

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WHY SHOULD KIDS HAVE ALL THE FUN?
Downtown Dance Factory now has a cool dance fitness program for adults—all you need is enthusiasm! Classes include Dance Workout, BodyBlast, Zumba, and Cardio Hip Hop, and they’re held in the morning, at lunchtime, and at night. They’re $20 each or $175 for a 10-class card (pick and choose from the adult classes). Either way, it’s a steal. The full schedule is on our website. And no need to commit to a full semester—drop in whenever!

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“BEING BILINGUAL BUILDS BRAINPOWER” —PARENTS
Held at Tribeca FasTracKids, Yak Academy’s Spanish and Mandarin classes are play-based, with native speakers providing a window into world cultures. There’s a half-day immersion preschool for ages 3–5—it’s outstanding prep for kindergarten—as well as enrichment classes for ages 1–10. Get 50% off the first month when you enroll for six months or more. No prior language experience required! 104 Reade, 212-346-7737; downtownenrichment.com.

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BE A CHARTER MEMBER OF ASPHALT GREEN BPC
Asphalt Green Battery Park City is your newest Downtown neighbor, with quality fitness programs, an expert staff and a 52,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility with indoor pool, fitness center and gym. Don’t miss out on our special charter membership rates! Visit our Membership Office at 211 North End Ave. or call 212-586-8779 to take advantage of these limited-time special rates. www.asphaltgreen.org/batteryparkcity.

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$50 OFF FIRST EXAM AT WORTH STREET VETERINARY CENTER
Looking for a better veterinary hospital? Come visit the Worth Street Veterinary Center, where our dedicated staff is passionate about providing the best possible care for your pet. At our AAHA-accredited clinic, our compassionate medical team practices the highest standard of veterinary medicine. Come see us and receive $50 off of your first exam. Offer valid through Jan. 1. To schedule an appointment, call us at 212-257-6900 and reference this ad.

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OPEN HOUSE & SWEEPSTAKES AT KUMON OF BATTERY PARK CITY
Open house at Kumon of Battery Park City on Saturday, Oct. 15, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Free food, beverages, hand painting, games, activities, prizes, story time, giveaways, and lot of fun! Enter to win a $2000 Kumon Scholarship! 2 South End Ave. Call 212-786-4295 to RSVP. (No purchase necessary. Sweepstakes only open to legal residents of CT, DE, KY, ME, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OH, PA, RI, AND VT who are 13 years and older. Ends 10/31/11. To enter and for official rules—including odds and prize descriptions—visit a participating Kumon learning center. Void where prohibited.)

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10% OFF AT CRISTINA DOS SANTOS’S HOME DESIGN BOUTIQUE

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$50 OFF YOUR FIRST ORDER FROM FRESHOCRACY
Freshocracy is a subscription service that provides locally farmed ingredients for three meals that can be prepared in around 30 minutes. They’re quick, healthy, and interesting dishes that are easy to make and let you avoid the supermarket madness. To celebrate its expansion downtown, Freshocracy is offering new customers $50 off their first order. Redemption code: TRIBECAFRESH. Expires Oct. 31, 2011.

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BUY TIX NOW FOR THE INSIDE TRIBECA LOFT TOUR AND SAVE
Love seeing amazing apartments? Join the Inside Tribeca Loft Tour on Sunday, October 16. It’s a self-guided tour of 11 Tribeca lofts, and the proceeds benefit Duane Park. To buy a ticket for $50 online, go to duanepark.org. You can also purchase a ticket for $55 on the day of the event, starting at 12:30 p.m., in Duane Park. Sorry, no strollers or kids under 12 permitted.

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