Photo by myself in Washington Square Park, around West 4th Street.
Here's another photo I took on the way out of the park the other day. A young man offered to tell original jokes, for a dollar apiece.
Money is refunded if you don't laugh. But if you're broke, the joke is on the house.
I was on my way to an appointment, so I couldn't stop to chat with this fellow. Next time!
Related posts: Open Everything That's Closed, on Bowery Street, Thinking Outside the Box, in Union Square, and Death Before Decaf, in Brooklyn.
Monday, March 24, 2014
Humor, with a Money Back Guarantee
Sunday, March 23, 2014
Crazy for Bubbles, in Washington Square Park
Photo by myself, in Washington Square Park.
We finally had a bona fide Spring-like day, Saturday. Sort of on schedule. Hooray!!!
People walked about, enjoying the air. A couple competitive basketball games were going on at the public courts near West 4th Street, in the Village.
A woman created enormous bubbles in Washington Square Park, to the delight of a gaggle of children. She used two long sticks with string strung up between them. Dipping the string into a soapy mix, she then lifted up the sticks and let the wind do its magic. What a simple yet effective device!
All the grown ups stood around enjoying how excited the kids were, and wishing they could run and jump around, too. It was serious fun.
Huge apologies for my spotty attendance, once again. It's been insanely busy at work. And I've become insanely picky with my photos.
Happy Spring, everyone!
Related posts: Riding Piggyback in Midtown, Last Bit of Summer, in Prospect Park, and Father and Son Serenade.
Sunday, February 16, 2014
Reflections, along Bryant Park
Photo by myself around 42nd Street and Sixth Avenue.
The Empire State Building was lit up purple, last Friday night. Its reflection was cast on a building near Bryant Park, which is behind me to the right.
As you can see, there are piles and piles of snow still leftover. Since the piles are located far from the curb, they're refreshingly white. Normally, the piles along the street are much grungier and littered with trash. Ick.
Related posts: The Empire State on St. Patrick's Day, The Empire State Building, Bathed in White, and What's Going Up, Near the ESB.
Friday, February 7, 2014
On the Platform, at 34th Street
Photo by myself on the subway platform at 34th Street, Herald Square.
Subway riders were greeted, Thursday morning, to a scrappy duo playing the accordian and trumpet.
Related posts: String Duet, Below Brooklyn, Jazz Players, on the Subway Platform, and The Morning Serenade.
Monday, January 27, 2014
Dusk, on Carmine Street
Photo by myself on Carmine Street, in the West Village.
There was a blue-ish cast to the light, Sunday evening. As on most Sundays, the sidewalks in the Village were nearly empty of foot traffic.
It is cold, cold, cold here, with no end in sight. Er, did I mention...cold?
People are trudging about wrapped up in hats, scarves, gloves, and high boots. Under the clothing, long johns and/or other long underwear are a must. Every bit of skin needs protection from the wind. Yipes!!!
Related posts: The Freedom Tower, at Dusk, All Aglow, on 57th Street, and The Ghostly Glow, at Times Square.
Thursday, January 23, 2014
Street View, on the Upper East Side
Photo by myself on 85th Street and Third Avenue, on the Upper East Side.
A photo from the recent stash, before the recent snowstorm.
The street view along 85th Street is predictable - apartment buildings with stores on the bottom and residences above. Fire escapes and signs dangle from the building facades. The sidewalk is unusually clean.
Right now, we're covered with snow and it is completely freezing outside. The brisk wind makes it feel like -2(F) or -18(C). Ugh!
Related posts: Thursday Morning on Lex, on the Upper East Side, The World Walks By, on Fifth Avenue, and Night View, Near the Dakota.
Wednesday, January 22, 2014
Homeless on the Subway Platform
Photo by myself, on the 34th Street subway platform in Midtown.
We're due for a heavy snowfall overnight. With every extreme change of weather, the homeless seek shelter, often in subway stations.
Above, a man stood with his belongings piled up in a shopping cart. At his feet was a sign that read 'Please keep your money and your food'.
I'm not quite sure how this man gets by. I think he was praying, and that this was not the first time I've seen him. An earlier photo here.
Related posts: On the Sidewalk, on Fifth Avenue, The World Walks By, on Fifth Avenue, and Baby, It's Cold Outside.
Tuesday, January 14, 2014
9:25 am, on the B Train
Photo by myself, on the morning commute.
Ah yes, back to the grind.
I know I've taken a lot of photos like this on the subway - people immersed in their thoughts or devices, or simply catching up on sleep.
There is the burst of sunlight when the subway emerges from the tunnel to cross the Manhattan Bridge. Reflections bounce off every shiny anti-graffiti surface.
Related posts: Business as Usual, on the Q Train, Daylight, on the B Train to Manhattan, and Sunset, on the Ride to Brooklyn.
Monday, January 6, 2014
Snow, on Sixth Avenue
Photo by myself, on Sixth Avenue in Midtown.
After the snow last week, the snowplows did not reach the streets by morning rush hour. People trudged around in boots and snow gear. At street corners, the snow quickly became a slushy grey mess.
Of course, now with the wacky weather, all the snow is melted. It is 50 degrees F this morning (10 deg. C)!
Related posts: All Lit Up, on Fifth Avenue, Burning Bright, in Times Square, and The Ghostly Glow of Times Square.
Friday, January 3, 2014
First Snow, in Times Square
Photo by myself at 42nd Street and Broadway, in Times Square.
The snow started coming down Thursday night, our first snow of the year. The forecast predicts the snow will continue all night long. We may get as much as 20 inches of the white stuff (!).
In Times Square, people kept looking up, as if it were still raining New Year's confetti. The air was very chilly and all the light snow was swirling around.
Related posts: All Lit Up, on Fifth Avenue, Burning Bright, in Times Square, and The Ghostly Glow of Times Square.
Tuesday, December 31, 2013
New Years Eve, on Sixth Avenue
Photo by myself on Sixth Avenue, in Midtown.
The Empire State Building is bathed in red and green, to celebrate the holiday season.
Across the street, you can barely see that the crosswalk and sidewalks are mobbed with shoppers carrying big bags of stuff. End-of-year sales are going on at every store.
My best wishes to everyone for a happy and healthy new year.
Related posts: The Empire State, on St. Patrick's Day, The Empire State, at Dusk, and The Empire State Building, Bathed in White. Read more...
Sunday, December 22, 2013
Holiday Festivities at the Lotos Club, on the Upper East Side
Photo by myself at the Lotos Club, at 66th Street and Fifth Avenue.
The stunning interiors of the Lotos Club, a private literary club, were decorated for the holidays. I was lucky to have been invited to a party held there, last week.
The Club is located inside a building constructed in 1900. One can just imagine how it was when first built, with people walking about in historic dress.
The floors were oak in a herringbone pattern. The fireplace was ablaze. There were waitstaff milling about with champagne flutes, wine and hors d'oeuvres. Tables were set up, laden with cheeses, oysters, shrimp and all else. Needless to say I felt underdressed!
The immense fireplace in the library was festooned with garlands. Books line the walls and are accessed by rolling ladders.
A bar was set up below a stunning staircase.
To visit the Lotos Club website, click here.
Related posts: Filming Outside Grand Prospect Hall, in Brooklyn, Inside the Park Avenue Armory, and City Portraits - The Williamsburgh Bank, in Brooklyn.
Saturday, December 14, 2013
Outside Tiffany's, on Fifth Avenue
Photo by myself on Fifth Avenue and 57th Street, in Midtown.
One of the best holiday displays at the moment must be the exterior of Tiffany's.
The usually sober granite storefront has been decorated for the season with vinyl graphics, showing a pretty streetfront. Here and there in windows and on stoops are those signature blue Tiffany gift boxes.
It started snowing this morning and it's due to snow all day. Stay warm, everyone!
Related posts: The Holiday Windows, at Bergdorf Goodman, West 10th Street, at Night, and It's Holiday Time, on Display at Macy's.
Monday, December 9, 2013
Townhouse, in the Village
Photo by myself somewhere around West 4th Street, in the Village.
Many of the townhouses around West 4th Street are well kept, with ornamental metal work and pretty stoops. The townhouse above had a pretty, wreath on its door, suited for the season.
As for the city, it's been flooded with tourists. Any drive down Fifth Avenue is lined with sidewalks filled with people looking up and about.
Related posts: Living Large, on the Upper East Side, Browsing Around, in the Village, and A Dash of Charm, in the Village. Read more...
Monday, November 25, 2013
Kebab Cart, in Midtown
Photo by myself, somewhere in Midtown.
A street cart vendor added charcoal to his continuous fire, Friday night, causing a moment of excess smoke. The sidewalks were crowded, and it was just warm enough to walk around comfortably with a light jacket.
This cart sells pretzels, kebabs, hotdogs and drinks. The meats are 'halal', which means they can be eaten by Muslims. There is no shortage of quick on-the-go food in our fair city.
Related posts: On the Soup Station, and Snow, Pizza Truck, Only a Buck, and On Line for Breakfast, in Midtown.
Friday, November 22, 2013
Night View, in Soho
Photo by myself on Broadway and Broome Street, in Soho.
At night, the streets in Soho are windswept with trash.
Broadway, a long, major north-south street, is pretty empty at night, since the stores there are closed up for the night. Restaurants and bars are located on the smaller east-west streets in this neighborhood.
You might be happy to know that the Christmas tree is behind an enormous yellow curtain at Rockefeller Center, and all the decorations are out on Fifth Avenue, already. New York is prepared for the holidays.
TGIF, everyone!
Related posts: Twilight, in Soho, Last Night, in Bryant Park, and Night View, in Park Slope, Brooklyn. Read more...
Wednesday, November 13, 2013
The Morning Commute, on the B Train
Photo by myself on the B train, underground.
The commute on Tuesday morning was business as usual. We've been having chilly weather lately, so everyone is bundled up accordingly.
From this vantage point, it looks like we're a cheerless bunch. You would think that we eat gruel for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Followed by the occasional gruel biscuit for dessert. Ha.
The couple on the far left seem to be husband and wife, (ie; she seems to be speaking to him, and he's not listening!). Many couples commute together, myself and Mark included.
Related posts: Daylight, on the D Train to Brooklyn, The Morning Commute, Underground, and Bundled Up, on the Ride Home.
Tuesday, November 12, 2013
Saluting Veterans, on Fifth Avenue
Photo by myself along Fifth Avenue, in Midtown.
The Veteran's Day parade marched along Fifth Avenue, Monday. Above, members of the US Air Force in their stunning dress uniforms. We had chilly weather and bright sun.
The parade is perhaps the most subdued of all our parades. There are a few floats blaring music from the 1940's, some marching bands, and the occasional sound of bagpipes.
Most of the parade is unaccompanied by music. Respectful spectators applaud and call out their thanks, while veterans from each generation march by.
I am always very moved on this day. Our applause and cheers are tiny gestures compared to the sacrifice of these heroes. Since the parade is held on a Monday and many people are working, the sidelines are sadly sparsely attended.
A veteran of the Korean war saluted onlookers.
An older man held a sign that read 'thank you'. Many people in the crowd shouted their thanks, as well.
Related posts: The 2011 Veterans Day Parade, The Veterans Day Parade, on Fifth Avenue, and Saluting Heroes Along Fifth Avenue, Part One.
Thursday, November 7, 2013
I *Heart* NY, on the Sidewalk
Photo by myself, on the street.
This photo is from the recent stash. I am embarrassed to say I don't remember where this was taken.
It could be anywhere. The Upper West Side? Somewhere in Brooklyn? The Lower East Side? These tiny-ish convenience stores are everywhere and they share the same sensibility: ATM inside, lottery tickets posted on the window. random stuff outside.
The 'I *heart* NY' drawn in chalk rings true for all the above neighborhoods. It is all New York, through and through.
It's been up and down here recently. I've been swamped at work. The weather has gone from bone-chillingly cold to nicely autumnal. We have a new mayor. There was a marathon.
Anyhoo, Happy Thursday everyone!
Related posts: Cost was Here, in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, On the Rise, in Park Slope, Brooklyn, and Graffiti, Soho.
Tuesday, October 29, 2013
Human Drive-Thru, in Midtown
Photo by myself, in Midtown.
Behold, a line outside Dunkin Donuts, a very popular chain. There are 30-some locations in Manhattan, most of them south of City Hall.
As you can see, New Yorkers are such a picky bunch that they will undergo public humiliation to get a 'good' cup of coffee. Along this stretch of Midtown, the only coffee purveyors are carts parked along the sidewalk and the occasional deli.
[Disclaimer: Use of the word 'good' in this case is debatable. I'm not a fan of Dunkin Donuts, but that doesn't mean anything!]
Related posts: Death Before Decaf, in Brooklyn, On Line, in Midtown, and Waiting, in Alphabet City.
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