Category Archives: events
Politics and public libraries
Where else but the New York Public Library would you find such an interesting political discussion as we recently enjoyed between Oliver Stone and Tariq Ali…? The conversation was part of a program at the NYPL with a mission ‘to provoke, … Continue reading
Blue Note
One of my new year’s resolutions is to experience more jazz in New York. It seems strange to have to make this a formal pursuit when I have such passion for the music, and when the city offers so much, … Continue reading
Thank you very mulch
Being a gardener at this time of the year in New York is a bit like being a childless parent. You feel all the responsibility without having anything visible to care for. The leaves have fallen, the soil is frozen … Continue reading
Crazy for Christmas
Just as well Christmas started early in New York, otherwise I would have missed my favorite part of the festivities – anticipation! With the Vegas job keeping us out of town for most of December, it was opportune that the … Continue reading
Halloween
‘Trick or Treat’ took on a new meaning this year when the weather changed from glorious sunshine to snow, and then back to sunshine again. But apart from the need for a jacket over your dinosaur suit, a steady stream … Continue reading
Princess Mary and I
This week the American Scandinavian Foundation has been celebrating a very successful 100 year history with the royal families of all 5 Nordic nations. After our trip to Copenhagen and the Faroe Islands last year, I have become a regular at … Continue reading
Canine Costumery
It was hard to choose the best Halloween costume from the many put together by the fashion conscious canines of the East Village last Saturday. There were lots of owner-dog combos and some very patient ‘best friends’, managing to stay … Continue reading
Antonio Banderas
As part of the New York Film Festival I went to the Apple Store near the Lincoln Center last week to see Antonio Banderas talk about his new film with Pedro Almodovar called ‘The Skin I live in’. He always looks … Continue reading
Wall Street Occupation
This is definitely not a tea party – although when I went to investigate the occupation last Wednesday, the atmosphere was definitely very festive. The occupation had already been in play for a few weeks, and because of various reports … Continue reading
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