Great, great idea to promote books and reading! World Book Night, 23 april 2012, is an annual celebration designed to spread the love of reading and books. Tens of thousands of people will go out into their communities to share the joy by giving out free World Book Night paperbacks. (Yes, printed books – love [...]
What’s around town for exhibit enthusiasts? Take a look. **************** Treasures of Islamic Manuscript Painting @ The Morgan Library & Museum Through 29 january 2012 [Free Friday admission from 7pm - 9pm] In addition to its acclaimed collection of Medieval and Renaissance illuminated manuscripts, the Morgan is also home to important Islamic manuscripts dating from [...]
We all know that texting while driving is an absolute no-no. I propose that texting while walking should be banned as well. If you live in a place where you have huge expanses of walkspace or European piazzas, then have at it. But this is Manhattan people. There’s hardly enough room for the population as [...]
More lists – for 2012 though. Here’s the round up of the best places to see and be seen: Some are about pristine, untouristed locations, others have been chosen as best-for-your-buck; and then there’s the offbeat, off-trail adventures. There’s something for everyone, local or afar, and as a special treat, I’ve added a section on [...]
