I have to laugh at this article. Anyone living in an urban environment knows that others can see into nearby apartments or houses whether accidentally or intentionally.My situation is quite common. I live in residential space separated from the building across the way by a two lane street. It would be quite easy to freak … Continue reading There is no city where ignoring neighbors isn’t part of life
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Here’s what I’m reading now
I post lists of possible reading choices fairly regularly. Thought you'd like to know what's at the top of my "to read" stack as of a few days ago and how the list has already changed since then. The first three are for book clubs meeting between December 4th and 11th. The first is a … Continue reading Here’s what I’m reading now
Shoes to replace your Crocs?
Are Allbirds Shoes the End of Style? By Rachel Syme November 12, 2018 There is nothing exciting or sensual or dangerous about Allbirds. And yet there is a seductive pull in their promise of maximum comfort, simplicity boiled down to an eco-friendly gastrique. Photograph by Christie Hemm Klok / NYT / Redux The San Francisco-based brand Allbirds … Continue reading Shoes to replace your Crocs?
Need an idea for this Saturday or Sunday in NYC? How about film festivals centered around animals?
How about going to see movies about cats? ((Saturday) Or dogs? (Sunday) Both of those are on 23rd St in Manhattan. Horses get three days, but in Brooklyn. I get emails from Tracie Hotchner, the founder of these three film festivals, and recommend them highly. https://www.nytimes.com/2018/11/29/movies/cat-film-festival-dog-film-festival-equus-film-festival.html NY Cat Film Festival Dec. 1 at the SVA … Continue reading Need an idea for this Saturday or Sunday in NYC? How about film festivals centered around animals?
Amazon promoting its new NYC-base by setting up mid-town for long lines
Amazon is so proud of "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel" that it's opening a pop-up Carnegie Deli that will be decorated in 50's style and selling sandwiches for a dollar between December 1st and December 8th. The weeklong pop-up will take place in a replica restaurant in SoHo, at 201 Lafayette Street and the corner of Kenmare. … Continue reading Amazon promoting its new NYC-base by setting up mid-town for long lines
NYC news from The City Quilter
Just received this wonderful email with news of an exhibit at Grand Central Terminal and benefits for the Municipal Arts Society of New York if you buy their GCT fabric. ****************************************************************** If you've ever been to Grand Central Terminal, you know that it is one of the city's crowning jewels and if youre anything like … Continue reading NYC news from The City Quilter
Winter’s Eve at Lincoln Square, NYC, Monday evening
If you will be near mid-town Manhattan Monday evening, it's Winter's Eve in the Lincoln Square area. Music, food, dancing, a tree lighting, lots of fun for all ages. https://www.winterseve.nyc/?fbclid=IwAR1E4RuPf-3N8Gvhbdj7o00DnbM8y1xc7QxwIy9SqKXTDIqUaTKf-_u-Nrg New York's largest holiday festival, Winter’s Eve at Lincoln Square, features free entertainment, family fun, outdoor food tastings and more, and begins with the Upper West Side’s … Continue reading Winter’s Eve at Lincoln Square, NYC, Monday evening
Actually cool things to do in NYC over the winter holidays
Having lived in NYC for almost two decades, I can vouch for this list. Many of the options are simply Wonderful -- with or without children along. Highly recommended. Actually Cool Things to Do in NYC This Holiday Season By RACHEL PELZPublished On 11/05/2018 It's that time of year! | Charley Lhasa/Flickr MORE FROM CAPTURE THE HOLIDAYS … Continue reading Actually cool things to do in NYC over the winter holidays
What you need to know about the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
I love New York City-centric articles. The key point is that it's being televised on NBC from 9am to noon. Given how cold it's going to be, you're not going out to watch it or to drive around. You're going to be planted on your chair between dashes to the kitchen. BUT, if you want … Continue reading What you need to know about the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
For those in NYC who forgot they’re the cook this Thanksgiving
https://www.thrillist.com/eat/nation/trader-joes-thanksgiving-food-sides-store-bought? Trader Joe's Best Thanksgiving Foods for Lazy People By LEE BRESLOUERPublished On 11/16/2018 @LeeBreslouer Courtesy of Trader Joe's Some people spend all Thanksgiving day in the kitchen, working hard to prepare the turkey, multiple side dishes, and desserts for their friends and family. And while those people are heroes, if you’re reading this, you’re probably a little lazier than those … Continue reading For those in NYC who forgot they’re the cook this Thanksgiving
Another bookstore in the Upper West Side of Manhattan
The behemoth/warehouse styles of book stores are definitely having problems competing with Amazon, but my neighborhood indicates that there's still room for the curated, personalized book store. This one is expected to open this week. https://www.westsiderag.com/2018/05/22/what-to-expect-at-the-upper-west-sides-new-shakespeare-co-bookstore-and-cafe What to Expect at the Upper West Side’s New Shakespeare & Co. Bookstore and Cafe Posted on May 22, … Continue reading Another bookstore in the Upper West Side of Manhattan
Shadows are now creeping across Central Park to preserve the views of the ultra-rich
Billionaire-Building Shadows Creep Across Central Park; ‘Olmsted and Vaux Would Not Be Happy’ Posted on November 11, 2018 at 11:20 am by West Sider The New York skyline has resumed its ascent in recent years, with several ultra-luxe residential buildings climbing into the sky. Activists have tried to get the city to slow this rise, in … Continue reading Shadows are now creeping across Central Park to preserve the views of the ultra-rich
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