Central Park Conservancy to kick off spring with firework show

Central Park will be celebrating the start of warmer weather with a free party at dusk Wednesday night.

In addition to starting the Bethesda Fountain for the season, the Central Park Conservancy will throw a 15-minute firework show near Bethesda Terrace at 72nd Street, mid park. The hourlong show, which starts at 7 p.m., will also include music and refreshments from the City Bakery.

The Empire State Building will also take part in "Central to Spring" celebration by lighting the top of the building green in honor of the conservancy.

Log onto www.centralparknyc.org/central-to-spring/central-to-spring.html for more information.