It is an unfortunate reality, but, for whatever reason, certain members of certain societies find themselves unable to wrap their minds around the esoteric practices and customs and vernacular of other certain societies. As it turns out, I am one of these unfortunate certain members of a certain society. Maybe it’s the language differentiations that… Read more »
Next Tuesday, August 14th, Garland Jeffreys—one of my songwriting heroes—will perform at City Stories: Stoops to Nuts at the Cornelia Street Cafe. It’s a family affair: Garland, Claire, and Savannah Jeffreys will take the stage along with Robert Conroy, one of my favorite artists from the Loser’s Lounge. Jeffreys is a New York City treasure. Please… Read more »
Given the mobility of American families (making a nearby grandparent a luxury) and the absence of public day-care options, a significant number of children (and not only those born into the 1 percent) are raised—at least for a few years—by paid helpers. —Mona Simpson, The New York Times Magazine I came across Mona Simpson’s feature… Read more »
New Yorkers are known for needing their fixes, and they know just where to curb their cravings. In today’s edition, I bring you several new businesses that I predict will become favorites for people looking for coffee and comfort food. Blue Spoon Coffee Company, 90 William Street, (212) 809-8880 Tucked in between a nail spa… Read more »
Grandma’s House, 27 Peck Slip, (212) 472-6362 This cozy spot, which looks more like your grandma’s kitchen than a restaurant, is a throwback to simpler times when a big meal and a hug made everything better. Or maybe old-fashioned milkshakes and mac and cheese just delude us into thinking life is great. Either way, diners… Read more »
Oh the 2012 Olympics! I’ve been glued to my couch since the opening ceremonies in awe of these athletes. From the blood, sweat, and tears, to the bulges in the pants of the men’s gymnastic teams, the Olympics are right up my alley. I admire the hard work and dedication of these unbelievable people, especially since… Read more »
Oh the 2012 Olympics! I’ve been glued to my couch since the opening ceremonies in awe of these athletes. From the blood, sweat, and tears, to the bulges in the pants of the men’s gymnastic teams, the Olympics are right up my alley. I admire the hard work and dedication of these unbelievable people, especially since… Read more »
Four years ago I got a Permobil wheelchair, which I nicknamed my Cadillac. I remember the first day I took her for a spin—I was amazed by how seamlessly she turned and how smoothly she traveled, not to mention her hydraulic seat lift and front and rear-wheel headlights and blinkers. I couldn’t believe how independent… Read more »
Four years ago, I got a Permobil wheelchair which I nicknamed my Cadillac. I remember the first day I took her for a spin—I was amazed by how seamlessly she turned and how smoothly she traveled, not to mention her hydraulic seat lift and front and rear-wheel headlights and blinkers. I couldn’t believe how independent… Read more »
Ask a New Yorker: Where are you from, where do you currently live? Sigourney: I grew up in between Harlem and Brooklyn, New York. I currently live on the Upper West Side across from Central Park. Ask a New Yorker: How many Facebook friends do you have? Sigourney: I have roughly around 3,000. Ask a… Read more »
