NYC group offers way to follow the 'stars'

NEW YORK (AP) - July 15, 2009 A volunteer tour organization called Big Apple Greeters is offering free personalized tours led by celebrities. Former New York Giants running back Tiki Barber and "Sopranos" star Dominic Chianese (kee-uh-NAY'-see) were at City Hall on Wednesday to advertise their services.

Barber says he recently showed a Colorado couple around town and had lunch with them at one of his favorite spots.

Chianese says he loves New York and wants to show visitors a good time.

Organizers say celebrity hosts can't be requested and will be randomly assigned. The tours are free.

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Big Apple Greeter: http://bigapplegreeter.org

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