Lent 2019 began on Ash Wednesday which was March 6th this year. The approximately 40-day period of Lent 2019 ends before Easter on Holy Saturday, April 20th. This holy period of religious observance is meant to help people remember the length of time Jesus spent in the desert resisting the temptation of Satan. The Purpose of Lent The purpose of... Continue Reading
St. Patrick’s Day 2019 is upon us, which is a big deal when you are in or around New York City. Besides hosting the oldest and largest St. Patrick’s Day parade in the world on March 16, 2019, New York City features numerous festivities to celebrate this special day. Many people are familiar with St. Patrick’s Day as a celebration... Continue Reading
From warm and cozy restaurants to special exhibits at nearby museums to broadway plays that can't be missed, we're offering an NYC hotel room discount so you can make the most of your winter without blowing your budget. Come take advantage of one of the best New York City hotel deals for February 2019. Stay with us at our centrally-located hotel in NYC for only $109 per night.
At last! Christmas is here. We all want to wish you and your family a Merry Christmas, Happy New Year and Happy Holidays for those who don’t celebrate. During the Christmas and Holiday season, it is easy to get distracted and overwhelmed while running around to get decorations up, buying gifts and preparing for company. While traditions like gift-giving and... Continue Reading
Thanksgiving is one of our favorite holidays here at The Leo House. Our love for this holiday goes beyond the turkey, stuffing, pumpkin pie and togetherness. Thanksgiving to us means so much more. In the United States, we believe the first Thanksgiving originated from a 1621 harvest feast shared by the English colonists of Plymouth and the Wampanoag people. The... Continue Reading
“The Passion” – a new art installation at The Leo House featuring Charlotte Lichtblau Come see a new art exhibit that is coming soon to The Leo House that will feature Catholicism-inspired artwork from Charlotte Lichtblau. The reception will take place on November 8th, from 6-8:30pm, at The Leo House on 332 West 23rd Street in Manhattan. A significant portion... Continue Reading