If it's the 15th day of Nissan, then it's time for the NYPD's heightened security for Passover, what with the Madrid train bombings, the murder of Hamas' founder, and general terrorism worries. The Mayor emphasized, "Whether youre Muslim, Christian or Jew, no matter your party or political bent, this is a city that thrives on openness." Mayor Bloomberg is also interested in cracking down on retailers who overcharge for various Kosher/Passover goods; complaints can be directed to the Department of Consumer Affairs. But even the Streit's Matzoh heiress likes the doughnuts better.
Gawker has a report of the celebrity filled Downtown Seder that included a depressing Lou Reed. Lloyd Grove says that there was a Perry Farrell video of him performing "Dayenu," which someone needs to put online.
If you don't have any Passover plans, you can lead a seder with senior either tonight or tomorrow through the JCC. And Gothamist's Passover 2003.
