FEBRUARY in New York City blossoms early—VALENTINE’S DAY is BIG here! But so is our mid-month long weekend and knowing that winter is definitely a threatened season—our florists’ windows shout spring, the shop windows flaunt pastels, and the city is alive with big events. Don’t forget that the Metropolitan Museum of Art is OPEN on Monday, February 15, full day, for this holiday weekend.

The Winter Special continues into February, book 2 nights and the 3rd is FREE, for online bookings only and if available for the dates.

Winter Restaurant Week in New York City Jan. 25 – Feb. 7 All around the town.

Some of our best restaurants offer lunches and dinners at great discounts.

WORLD YACHT: Valentines Day Cruise. Sail around Manhattan, with superb cuisine, fine wines, romantic ballads. Steal a kiss under the moonlight. http://www.worldyacht.com.

Here are a couple of Romantic Dining options near the Chelsea Star Hotel: Reservations are a must! Bottino 246 10th Ave @ 25th St, Gascogne 158 8th Ave @ 18th St or Tillman’s 165 W 26th St @ 7th Ave.

CARMINA BURANA @ Carnegie Hall, Sunday, Fed 14, 2:00 pm, Tickets start at $20.00

The Chelsea Star Hotel is a 10 minute walk from the JAVITS CONVENTION CENTER Perfect for both exhibitor and attendee. American International Toy Fair – Feb 14-17, JA NY Winter Show (Annual Jewelry Show) Feb 28-Mar 4,

International Restaurant & Food service Exhibit Feb 28 – Mar 2

Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show BEST IN SHOW, Feb. 15 &16 at Madison Square Garden

Outsider Art Fair Feb. 5 – 7 @ 7 West 34th St. featuring the work of visionary and intuitive artists and showcasing an incredible range of work.

Mercedes Benz Fashion Week, February 12-19 & Couture Week February 12-14

Chinese New Year Spectacular, Radio City Music Hall February 13-20 Brings together world-class Asian and Western performers.

Coffee & Tea Festival: NYC February 20 – 21 Lots of samples, lectures, art, music, entertainment.

SPEAKING OF ENTERTAINMENT: Led Zeppelin @ Gramercy Theatre, Feb.5 8PM Marsalis, Chestnut, Porter Jazz @ Lincoln Center, Feb. 11,12,13 Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck @ MSG Feb.18 & 19, John Mayer @ MSG Feb.25 & 26

The 75th Whitney Biennial: Feb 25 – May 30 55 artists as selected by the curatorial staff. Important for all who love and want to love contemporary American art. www.whitney.org IN/SIGHT 2010 @ THE CHELSEA ART MUSEUM 556 West 22nd Street, Group show of contemporary art by American Indian Artists

BRINGING THE KIDS TO THE CITY, Think of our Apartment Suites, which are ideal for families and Groups. Roomy, Comfortable and a Great Value. Two important events that will surely enhance their NYC experience  KID’S WEEK: Feb 13-21 www.intrepidmuseum.org At the Intrepid Sea-Air-Space, introducing the joys and wonders of science and space. Art projects for children of all ages, to reiterate that science is fascinating, challenging and fun. Past attendees include NASA, Sony Wonder Technology Lab, Puppetry Arts Theater and the American Society of Civil Engineers. INT’L KIDS FILM FESTIVAL: Feb 26-Mar 14 the IFC Center IN Greenwich Village Ages 3-18