With all of this Prop 8 nonsense, I couldn’t help but think, what is wrong with everyone? So , I compiled a list of films I think display the universality of being human, regardless of whom you love, and flavorwire (flavorpill.com’s sister blog site) obliged my whims and published it. http://flavorwire.com/23103/its-a-love-fest#more-23103 This is by no … Continue reading My post on Flavorwire.com
The 92nd Street Y just announced that Tony Blair, the former Prime Minister of England, will be joining them in a conversation with The Economist’s Matthew Bishop on June 22, 2009 at 6:15 pm. But, it’s a secret, so don’t tell anyone. Security will be tight, so don’t bring your cameras, handbags or anything else … Continue reading Tony Blair Takes a Vacation
This year, to honor the memory of all of our servicemen and women, I decided to forgo the regular barbecue hopping and take a serene, introspective walk all over New York City, sans company. Here’s where my little feet took me: And here’s what I saw: Please keep in mind … Continue reading My Memorial Day
This Memorial Day Weekend, I hope your bags are packed because you’re going to Taiwan, Haiti and Great Britain. Ok, not really but the weekend’s events will take you abroad, figuratively. Or maybe, you’ll find yourself on the beach or at a bbq. For everyone else… Prom Dress Rugby! And you thought it could never … Continue reading Weekend Rundown May 22, 2009 – May 24, 2009
The Buskwick Open Studios Festival features local artists, selling their goods…to you! Come on down to my hood and support ‘Arts in Bushwick.’ Everything is priced to sell: 200 bucks and under. How can you resist? Free Entrance -May 21, 7:30 pm Lumenhouse 47 Beaver Street Brooklyn NY 11206 Continue reading Art Benefit In Bushwick. Tonight.
I know. It’s weird that I’m posting a recipe on my blog about NYC culture and events. But really, what is NY without amazing, interesting food? Huh? I ask you! This recipe got raves reviews and everyone wanted it from me, so I posted on my facebook…and I’ll share it with you all now. Fabulous … Continue reading Veggie Burger Recipe
Around the corner from the basketball cages, along tree-lined West 4th Street and down a small flight of unassuming stairs is one of my favorite vegetarian restaurants in NYC. If you’re walking too quickly, or if you don’t know it’s there, you’ll walk right by without noticing. That would be a shame. Red Bamboo prides itself on original Caribbean … Continue reading Red Bamboo- Soul Food With a Heart
This weekend, don’t sit home, being depressed about the economy (and your bank account). Get yer ass outside and enjoy life, albeit on a responsible budget. Here are a few, low-cost events to float your boat this weekend: Listen to opera singers compete for cash and prizes! Symphony Space, May 15 6:30 pm Harlem Opera Vocal Compitition … Continue reading Weekend Rundown
Start your summer right, the way it’s supposed to be: under the stars. Rooftop Films can help you. For the 13th year in a row, Rooftop shows independent, underground films at unique locations. This years kick-off is tonight in the Lower East Side, with music and free beer at Fontana’s. Shows are usually Friday and … Continue reading Rooftop Films 2009
Most of us know the Meatpacking District as the 24-hour party zone, but this weekend the focus will be on design, architecture and yes, cocktails. Meatpacking District Design 09 is a cocktail-filled weekend event showcasing tours of new hotels, the historical neighborhood and shops. It’s an event designed to invite the public to share in what The District … Continue reading Meatpacking District Does Cocktails (and Design)
The man who said, “Nobody trusts anyone, or why did they put tilt on a pinball machine?” will be honored with a retrospective of his arguably, finest films. Steve McQueen’s career ran the gamut, from jewel-thief to poker player to race car driver, but his real life was all about martial arts (he was a pall … Continue reading Steve McQueen never gets old
The new schedule for this summer’s River to River Festival is finally available (after many annoyed e-mails) and there’s something for everyone: adults, children and adults who act like children. Live music, outdoor movies (The Seven Year Itch is one of them!) and poetry are some of the wonderful activities you can enjoy this summer, downtown of … Continue reading River to River Festival
Yes. It’s back. Shakespeare in the Park; your chance to see a professional production of Shakespeare, with real actors, for free! This years production is Twelfth Night, the screwball comedy of mistaken identity. It’s a lot of fun, and just for extra giggles, the lanky, dorky, awkward Ms. Anne Hathoway is in it. I’m not … Continue reading Shakespeare in the Park
This weekend, the annual BKLYN DESIGNS exhibition will happen in beautiful Dumbo Brooklyn. If you’re looking for artwork, or just want to see what’s new in contempory local wares for your home, check out this event. It’s 15 bucks for the whole weekend. Here’s the web site description: BKLYN DESIGNS™ is New York’s hottest exhibition … Continue reading BKLYN Designs Exhibition Weekend
Thank goodness the supermodel craze is over. I thought we’d never get rid of Cindy Crawford. Now, aside from her weird Raymore & Flanigan commercials, advertising denim sofas (what?), we really don’t have to see her too much anymore. You miss her, you say? You really miss the way the same 5 models were used by every … Continue reading The Model As Muse
What’s with the new ‘Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Annex NYC’ being open only Thursday-Sunday? That’s not the worst part. Regular ticket prices are $24.50 (they shave off 5 bucks for students and 2 bucks for seniors) and are time-stamped to let you know when you can enter the Annex. I can’t simply walk in … Continue reading The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Annex in Soho
I feel sick today. My head is congested and my stomach is upset. I have no appetite. This has me concerned because I always have an appetite. Is it you, Swine flu? Or regular flu? Something I ate? Something I didn’t eat? Who coughed on me? Yeah, I think it’s the Swine Flu. Joe Biden … Continue reading Dear Swine Flu,
The cool cats down at flavorpill are joining ranks with MOMA and hosting a soiree of sorts in their new weekly series, “MOMA Monday Nights.” The extended hours for the weekly event are 5:30 – 8:45. Dj’s and ART are included in the $20 fee, but if you rsvp through http://www.flavorpill.com (go to events), then the fee is just … Continue reading Monday night boredom? Not anymore.
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