87th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

The big balloons soared between Manhattan skyscrapers this morning for the annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. There had been some concerns about whether the wind could keep the giant balloons grounded, but the cherished tradition prevailed, although the balloons were flown lower. These images were made at the winter village of Bryant Park with the skating rink in the foreground. Happy Thanksgiving!

THE POND at BRYANT PARK: NYC's Only Free Admission Skating Rink

The Pond is the centerpiece of Bryant Park's winter season. Last week, I made these images at the new skating rink at the Pond. The 170' x 100' rink features free admission ice skating, in addition to high quality rental skates, skating shows, special events, and activities. The Pond at Bryant Park, presented by Citi® is Manhattan's first and only free admission ice skating rink. Back for its fourth season, The Pond has become one of the city's favorite winter destinations. The Pond, although not as iconic as the Rockefeller skating rink truly offers a bit of magic for everyone. During the holiday season, the Pond also features the annual Holiday Shops. Bryant Park is situated behind the New York Public Library in midtown Manhattan, between 40th and 42nd Streets & Fifth and Sixth Avenues.