New York Everything

I realize that I’m once again straying a bit from my mission with this blog, but I just can’t help myself today.

New York Magazine’s Grub Street blog has a great idea for New Yorkers struggling to make… Continue

If you've visited New York City in the past, then you might be tired of seeing and touring the same-old, same-old. If you've been there and done that, or even if you haven't, try exploring some of the off-the-beaten-path sights in Manhattan that are just as fun and a bit… Continue

If you've never seen the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in person, but always wanted to, now's the time to make your plans if you want to have any chance of seeing it close-up and personal. The parade draws millions of people to New York City each year. As a New Yorker who ha… Continue

I don’t care what age you are, what religious persuasion, ethnic background, racial makeup or party you’re registered with. I have tried as hard as possible — and it hasn’t been easy! — to keep politics out of my blog. But Saturday is the deadline in many states to register to vote. This is a landmark, history-making presidential election. Exercise your rights as Americans and vote. Take a look at this cool video and remember to register. Go to the websit… Continue

Traveling with teenagers can be challenging, to say the least. But if you're planning a trip to New York City, you can keep your teens busy and happy with activities and destinations that will suit their interests just fine. Check out my tips… Continue