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Showing posts with label Entertainment. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Entertainment. Show all posts
Saturday, July 4, 2015
Wednesday, March 11, 2015
My Weird Conversation With Siri
Who knew! Siri on your iPhone can be a great tool to talk to. And since I'm just being me, I of course had to try talking to my phone too. Here's our "stimulating" conversation:
Well this eventually turned into a loop that I couldn't get out of. So I just stopped.
But even still, if you're ever bored, try striking up a conversation with a technological device. Who knows what that may lead to! :)
Sunday, March 1, 2015
Does Age Matter When It Comes To Realtionships?
People say that “age is just a number,” but is that really true? After reading a few manga regarding broken relationships due to age differences, I'm starting to think otherwise.
Of course age signifies more than just a number; it signifies one's maturity and one's experience. However, a 20 year old could be just as experienced as a 30 or 40 or even 60 year old. You might think otherwise, but you're forgetting about exceptions here. Not every 20 year old is immature and new to the outside world.
Still, this is not the main argument of society today. Most claims that having a different aged relationship is disrespectful, especially if its between a teacher and a student. But my question is, why? How is this disrespectful? Of course, if the student is only going after the teacher for grades, then yes. But that's the teacher's fault for accepting his or her student's advances. However, if the student is purely going after the teacher out of love, then isn't this something we should all accept? Who are we to decide who a person can love. Who are we to decide how a relationship should look to others.
The only problem I can think of in a different aged relationship is the children conceived as it's typically harder for women who passed their prime age to have kids. But even then, that can be resolved with adoption or by not having any children at all.
*NOTE:
This is just a personal opinion of mine that developed after reading a few manga and online news stories about teacher-student dating. I never really understood why our society today don't favor large age differences in relationships. I think if you truly like someone, you should go for it, regardless of age.
Of course age signifies more than just a number; it signifies one's maturity and one's experience. However, a 20 year old could be just as experienced as a 30 or 40 or even 60 year old. You might think otherwise, but you're forgetting about exceptions here. Not every 20 year old is immature and new to the outside world.
Still, this is not the main argument of society today. Most claims that having a different aged relationship is disrespectful, especially if its between a teacher and a student. But my question is, why? How is this disrespectful? Of course, if the student is only going after the teacher for grades, then yes. But that's the teacher's fault for accepting his or her student's advances. However, if the student is purely going after the teacher out of love, then isn't this something we should all accept? Who are we to decide who a person can love. Who are we to decide how a relationship should look to others.
The only problem I can think of in a different aged relationship is the children conceived as it's typically harder for women who passed their prime age to have kids. But even then, that can be resolved with adoption or by not having any children at all.
*NOTE:
This is just a personal opinion of mine that developed after reading a few manga and online news stories about teacher-student dating. I never really understood why our society today don't favor large age differences in relationships. I think if you truly like someone, you should go for it, regardless of age.
Saturday, February 14, 2015
Valentine's Day Jokes
My wife just called me.
She said, "Three of the girls in the office have just received some flowers for Valentines Day, they are absolutely gorgeous."
I said, "That's probably why they've received flowers then."
I sent my wife Katie a Valentines Day card. It read;
"To my Katty,
I want to fill you in the way you filled my soul."
Fucking Moonpig, they got the K's and the F's mixed up.
My wife isn't that bothered about Valentine's Day today.
The fat bitch is too excited about pancake day on Tuesday to even care.
Last year, on Valentine's Day, my fiancée of five years bought me a lottery ticket and I won £6.2 million.
I wonder what she's doing nowadays.
Saudi text -
'Happy valentines day xxx'
Send to: Group: Wives.
From my handwriting identification skills, I have carefully deduced that Santa is my secret Valentine every year.
Happy Valentine's Day Everyone!!
She said, "Three of the girls in the office have just received some flowers for Valentines Day, they are absolutely gorgeous."
I said, "That's probably why they've received flowers then."
I sent my wife Katie a Valentines Day card. It read;
"To my Katty,
I want to fill you in the way you filled my soul."
Fucking Moonpig, they got the K's and the F's mixed up.
My wife isn't that bothered about Valentine's Day today.
The fat bitch is too excited about pancake day on Tuesday to even care.
Last year, on Valentine's Day, my fiancée of five years bought me a lottery ticket and I won £6.2 million.
I wonder what she's doing nowadays.
Saudi text -
'Happy valentines day xxx'
Send to: Group: Wives.
From my handwriting identification skills, I have carefully deduced that Santa is my secret Valentine every year.
Happy Valentine's Day Everyone!!
Tuesday, August 26, 2014
Saturday, August 23, 2014
Friday, August 22, 2014
Tuesday, August 5, 2014
Disney Mulan Cosplay
So recently I cosplayed Mulan. Yes, the Disney princess. It was so much fun and it brought back so many memories.
I got the costume a few years back, but misplaced it in my room, so when I somehow found it this week, yes, yes, yes! I was by gosh golly excited!
Take a look!
AND, should I mention?! I also dressed up to this awesome song.
Lyrics:
Let's get down to business to defeat the Huns
Did they send me daughters when I asked for sons?
You're the saddest bunch I ever met
But you can bet before we're through
Mister, I'll make a man out of you
Tranquil as a forest
But on fire within
Once you find your center,
You are sure to win
You're a spineless, pale, pathetic lot
And you haven't got a clue
Somehow I'll make a man out of you
[Chin Po] I'm never gonna catch my breath
[Yao] Say goodbye to those who knew me
[Ling] Boy, was I a fool in school for cutting gym
[Mushu] This guy's got 'em scared to death
[Mulan] Hope he doesn't see right through me
[Chin Po] Now I really wish that I knew how to swim
Be a man
You must be swift as a coursing river
Be a man
With all the force of a great typhoon
Be a man
With all the strength of a raging fire
Mysterious as the dark side of the moon
Time is racing toward us
Till the Huns arrive
Heed my every order
And you might survive
You're unsuited for the rage of war
So pack up, go home, you're through
How could I make a man out of you?
Be a man
You must be swift as a coursing river
Be a man
With all the force of a great typhoon
Be a man
With all the strength of a raging fire
Mysterious as the dark side of the moon
Isn't she just adorable?!
I got the costume a few years back, but misplaced it in my room, so when I somehow found it this week, yes, yes, yes! I was by gosh golly excited!
Take a look!
Support me! I'm going to "war!"
AND, should I mention?! I also dressed up to this awesome song.
Lyrics:
Let's get down to business to defeat the Huns
Did they send me daughters when I asked for sons?
You're the saddest bunch I ever met
But you can bet before we're through
Mister, I'll make a man out of you
Tranquil as a forest
But on fire within
Once you find your center,
You are sure to win
You're a spineless, pale, pathetic lot
And you haven't got a clue
Somehow I'll make a man out of you
[Chin Po] I'm never gonna catch my breath
[Yao] Say goodbye to those who knew me
[Ling] Boy, was I a fool in school for cutting gym
[Mushu] This guy's got 'em scared to death
[Mulan] Hope he doesn't see right through me
[Chin Po] Now I really wish that I knew how to swim
Be a man
You must be swift as a coursing river
Be a man
With all the force of a great typhoon
Be a man
With all the strength of a raging fire
Mysterious as the dark side of the moon
Time is racing toward us
Till the Huns arrive
Heed my every order
And you might survive
You're unsuited for the rage of war
So pack up, go home, you're through
How could I make a man out of you?
Be a man
You must be swift as a coursing river
Be a man
With all the force of a great typhoon
Be a man
With all the strength of a raging fire
Mysterious as the dark side of the moon
Saturday, July 12, 2014
New York University (NYU): One Word. One World. CONTEST (2014)
This year, I participated in NYU's One Word. One World. contest, which gave me the chance to make a first impression and to introduce myself to classmates before arriving on campus. (You can do this through either a photo or a video submission; I did mine through a photo.)
NOTE: Larger versions of these photos are included on my Google+ page.
https://plus.google.com/+RenaChenDaily/photos
But, instead of just taking one picture, I took a few. So, if YOU are in need for inspiration, please, check them out!
This last one is the one I submitted:
NOTE: Larger versions of these photos are included on my Google+ page.
https://plus.google.com/+RenaChenDaily/photos
Friday, July 11, 2014
Signs & Notices
These are supposedly actual signs that have appeared at various locations.
Outside a country shop: "We buy junk and sell antiques."
In the window of an Oregon store: "Why go elsewhere and be cheated when you can come here?"
In a Maine restaurant: "Open 7 days a week and weekends."
In the vestry of a New England church: "Will the last person to leave please see that the perpetual light is extinguished."
In a Pennsylvania cemetery: "Persons are prohibited from picking flowers from any but their own graves."
On a roller coaster: "Watch your head."
On the grounds of a public school: "No trespassing without permission."
On a Tennessee highway: "When this sign is under water, this road is impassable."
In front of a New Hampshire car wash: "If you can't read this, it's time to wash your car."
On a New York convalescent home: "For the sick and tired of the Episcopal Church."
On a Maine shop: "Our motto is to give our customers the lowest possible prices and workmanship."
At a number of military bases: "Restricted to unauthorized personnel."
On a display of "I love you only" Valentine cards: "Now available in multi-packs."
In the window of a Kentucky appliance store: "Don't kill your wife. Let our washing machine do the dirty work."
In a funeral parlor: "Ask about our layaway plan."
In a clothing store: "Wonderful bargains for men with 16 and 17 necks."
In a Tacoma, Washington men's clothing store: "15 men's wool suits, $10. They won't last an hour!"
On a shopping mall marquee: "Archery Tournament-Ears pierced"
At a Santa Fe gas station: "We will sell gasoline to anyone in a glass container."
In a New York restaurant: "Customers who consider our waitresses uncivil ought to see the manager."
On the wall of a Baltimore estate: "Trespassers will be prosecuted to the full extent of the law.-Sisters of Mercy"
On a long-established New Mexico dry cleaners: "38 years on the same spot."
In a Los Angeles dance hall: "Good clean dancing every night but Sunday."
In a Florida maternity ward: "No children allowed."
In a New York drugstore: "We dispense with accuracy."
In the offices of a loan company: "Ask about our plans for owning your home."
In a New York medical building: "Mental Health Prevention Center"
On a ski lift in Taos, NM: 'No jumping from the lift. Survivors will be prosecuted.'
Official sign near door: Door Alarmed. Handprinted sign nearby: Window frightened.
Road sign seen on the island of Cyprus. (translation of the Greek): 'Caution: Road Slippery from Grapejuice'
A sign advertising a Company wide skiing race: Let's see who can go downhill the fastest.
Sign in King's Canyon in California. 'Slow Parking Ahead'
A billboard seen next to the highway, travelling from Johannesburg International Airport into town. An Ad for BMW showing a photo of a BMW 328i convertible with the roof and all the windows down. The caption reads: 'Our hardware runs better without WINDOWS!!!'
Two signs found on top of one another in a country kitchen several years ago: Restrooms to the left. Please wait for the hostess to seat you.
Seen in a health food store. "Shoplifters will be beaten over the head with an organic carrot"
"Children left unattended will be towed at parents expense."
Found written on the wall in front of a photocopier of a company going through hardships : " DOUBLE YOUR PLEASURE - XEROX YOUR PAYCHECKS "
At a car dealership in Maryland to announce new seat belt legislation: "Belt your family. It's the law."
Seen while traveling in the Yucatan Peninsula: "Broken English spoken perfectly"
At an Applebee's restaraunt: "NOTICE: AFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY! A new 6% tax will be charged for the cost of collecting taxes!"
Fitness Center sign: "Self Esteem is feeling good about yourself - regardless of the facts."
In restaurant: "Open seven days a week and weekends."
On the freeway in Boston during a MAJOR transformation of the streets and bridges, etc: "Rome wasn't built in a day. If it was we would have hired their contractor."
A sign in front of an advertising agency in south superhighway, Philippines: "A BUSINESS WITH NO SIGN IS A SIGN OF NO BUSINESS"
A sign in front of a Macadamia Nut Factory in Hawaii: "Caution: Nuts crossing road."
Outside a country shop: "We buy junk and sell antiques."
In the window of an Oregon store: "Why go elsewhere and be cheated when you can come here?"
In a Maine restaurant: "Open 7 days a week and weekends."
In the vestry of a New England church: "Will the last person to leave please see that the perpetual light is extinguished."
In a Pennsylvania cemetery: "Persons are prohibited from picking flowers from any but their own graves."
On a roller coaster: "Watch your head."
On the grounds of a public school: "No trespassing without permission."
On a Tennessee highway: "When this sign is under water, this road is impassable."
In front of a New Hampshire car wash: "If you can't read this, it's time to wash your car."
On a New York convalescent home: "For the sick and tired of the Episcopal Church."
On a Maine shop: "Our motto is to give our customers the lowest possible prices and workmanship."
At a number of military bases: "Restricted to unauthorized personnel."
On a display of "I love you only" Valentine cards: "Now available in multi-packs."
In the window of a Kentucky appliance store: "Don't kill your wife. Let our washing machine do the dirty work."
In a funeral parlor: "Ask about our layaway plan."
In a clothing store: "Wonderful bargains for men with 16 and 17 necks."
In a Tacoma, Washington men's clothing store: "15 men's wool suits, $10. They won't last an hour!"
On a shopping mall marquee: "Archery Tournament-Ears pierced"
At a Santa Fe gas station: "We will sell gasoline to anyone in a glass container."
In a New York restaurant: "Customers who consider our waitresses uncivil ought to see the manager."
On the wall of a Baltimore estate: "Trespassers will be prosecuted to the full extent of the law.-Sisters of Mercy"
On a long-established New Mexico dry cleaners: "38 years on the same spot."
In a Los Angeles dance hall: "Good clean dancing every night but Sunday."
In a Florida maternity ward: "No children allowed."
In a New York drugstore: "We dispense with accuracy."
In the offices of a loan company: "Ask about our plans for owning your home."
In a New York medical building: "Mental Health Prevention Center"
On a ski lift in Taos, NM: 'No jumping from the lift. Survivors will be prosecuted.'
Official sign near door: Door Alarmed. Handprinted sign nearby: Window frightened.
Road sign seen on the island of Cyprus. (translation of the Greek): 'Caution: Road Slippery from Grapejuice'
A sign advertising a Company wide skiing race: Let's see who can go downhill the fastest.
Sign in King's Canyon in California. 'Slow Parking Ahead'
A billboard seen next to the highway, travelling from Johannesburg International Airport into town. An Ad for BMW showing a photo of a BMW 328i convertible with the roof and all the windows down. The caption reads: 'Our hardware runs better without WINDOWS!!!'
Two signs found on top of one another in a country kitchen several years ago: Restrooms to the left. Please wait for the hostess to seat you.
Seen in a health food store. "Shoplifters will be beaten over the head with an organic carrot"
"Children left unattended will be towed at parents expense."
Found written on the wall in front of a photocopier of a company going through hardships : " DOUBLE YOUR PLEASURE - XEROX YOUR PAYCHECKS "
At a car dealership in Maryland to announce new seat belt legislation: "Belt your family. It's the law."
Seen while traveling in the Yucatan Peninsula: "Broken English spoken perfectly"
At an Applebee's restaraunt: "NOTICE: AFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY! A new 6% tax will be charged for the cost of collecting taxes!"
Fitness Center sign: "Self Esteem is feeling good about yourself - regardless of the facts."
In restaurant: "Open seven days a week and weekends."
On the freeway in Boston during a MAJOR transformation of the streets and bridges, etc: "Rome wasn't built in a day. If it was we would have hired their contractor."
A sign in front of an advertising agency in south superhighway, Philippines: "A BUSINESS WITH NO SIGN IS A SIGN OF NO BUSINESS"
A sign in front of a Macadamia Nut Factory in Hawaii: "Caution: Nuts crossing road."
Sunday, July 6, 2014
Freshmen VS Seniors
Freshman: Is never in bed past noon.
Senior: Is never out of bed before noon.
Freshman: Reads the syllabus to find out what classes he can cut.
Senior: Reads the syllabus to find out what classes he needs to attend.
Freshman: Brings a can of soda into a lecture hall.
Senior: Brings a jumbo hoagie and six-pack of Mountain Dew into a recitation class.
Freshman: Calls the professor "Teacher."
Senior: Calls the professor "Bob."
Freshman: Would walk ten miles to get to class.
Senior: Drives to class if it's more than three blocks away.
Freshman: Memorizes the course material to get a good grade.
Senior: Memorizes the professor's habits to get a good grade.
Freshman: Knows a book-full of useless trivia about the university.
Senior: Knows where the next class is. Usually.
Freshman: Shows up at a morning exam clean, perky, and fed.
Senior: Shows up at a morning exam in sweats with a cap on and a box of pop tarts in hand.
Freshman: Has to ask where the computer labs are.
Senior: Has own personal workstation.
Freshman: Lines up for an hour to buy his textbooks in the first week.
Senior: Starts to think about buying textbooks in October... maybe.
Freshman: Looks forward to first classes of the year.
Senior: Looks forward to first beer garden of the year.
Freshman: Is proud of his A+ on Calculus I midterm
Senior: Is proud of not quite failing his Complex Analysis midterm
Freshman: Calls his girlfriend back home every other night
Senior: Calls Domino's every other night
Freshman: Is appalled at the class size and callousness of professors
Senior: Is appalled that the campus 'Subway' burned down over the summer
Freshman: Conscientiously completes all homework, including optional questions
Senior: Homework? I knew I forgot to do something last night
Freshman: Goes on grocery-shopping trip with Mom before moving onto campus
Senior: Has a beer with Mom before moving into group house
Freshman: Is excited about the world of possibilities that awaits him, the unlimited vista of educational opportunities, the chance to expand one's horizons and really make a contribution to society
Senior: Is excited about new dryers in laundry room
Freshman: Takes meticulous four-color notes in class
Senior: Occasionally stays awake for all of class
Senior: Is never out of bed before noon.
Freshman: Reads the syllabus to find out what classes he can cut.
Senior: Reads the syllabus to find out what classes he needs to attend.
Freshman: Brings a can of soda into a lecture hall.
Senior: Brings a jumbo hoagie and six-pack of Mountain Dew into a recitation class.
Freshman: Calls the professor "Teacher."
Senior: Calls the professor "Bob."
Freshman: Would walk ten miles to get to class.
Senior: Drives to class if it's more than three blocks away.
Freshman: Memorizes the course material to get a good grade.
Senior: Memorizes the professor's habits to get a good grade.
Freshman: Knows a book-full of useless trivia about the university.
Senior: Knows where the next class is. Usually.
Freshman: Shows up at a morning exam clean, perky, and fed.
Senior: Shows up at a morning exam in sweats with a cap on and a box of pop tarts in hand.
Freshman: Has to ask where the computer labs are.
Senior: Has own personal workstation.
Freshman: Lines up for an hour to buy his textbooks in the first week.
Senior: Starts to think about buying textbooks in October... maybe.
Freshman: Looks forward to first classes of the year.
Senior: Looks forward to first beer garden of the year.
Freshman: Is proud of his A+ on Calculus I midterm
Senior: Is proud of not quite failing his Complex Analysis midterm
Freshman: Calls his girlfriend back home every other night
Senior: Calls Domino's every other night
Freshman: Is appalled at the class size and callousness of professors
Senior: Is appalled that the campus 'Subway' burned down over the summer
Freshman: Conscientiously completes all homework, including optional questions
Senior: Homework? I knew I forgot to do something last night
Freshman: Goes on grocery-shopping trip with Mom before moving onto campus
Senior: Has a beer with Mom before moving into group house
Freshman: Is excited about the world of possibilities that awaits him, the unlimited vista of educational opportunities, the chance to expand one's horizons and really make a contribution to society
Senior: Is excited about new dryers in laundry room
Freshman: Takes meticulous four-color notes in class
Senior: Occasionally stays awake for all of class
Actual Misphrased Excerpts From Student Science Exam Papers
Charles Darwin was a naturalist who wrote the organ of the species.
Benjamin Franklin produced electricity by rubbing cats backwards.
The theory of evolution was greatly objected to because it made man think.
Three kinds of blood vessels are arteries, vanes and caterpillars.
The dodo is a bird that is almost decent by now.
To remove air from a flask, fill it with water, tip the water out, and put the cork in quick before the air can get back in.
The process of turning steam back into water again is called conversation.
A magnet is something you find crawling all over a dead cat.
The Earth makes one resolution every 24 hours.
The cuckoo bird does not lay his own eggs.
To collect fumes of sulfur, hold a deacon over a flame in a test tube.
Parallel lines never meet, unless you bend one or both of them.
Algebraical symbols are used when you do not know what you are talking about.
Geometry teaches us to bisex angles.
A circle is a line which meets its other end without ending.
The pistol of a flower is its only protection against insects.
The moon is a planet just like the Earth, only it is even deader.
We believe that the reptiles came from the amphibians by spontaneous generation and study of rocks.
English sparrows and starlings eat the farmers grain and soil his corpse.
By self-pollination, the farmer may get a flock of long-haired sheep.
If conditions are not favorable, bacteria go into a period of adolescence.
Dew is formed on leaves when the sun shines down on them and makes them perspire.
Vegetative propagation is the process by which one individual manufactures another individual by accident.
A super-saturated solution is one that holds more than it can hold.
A triangle which has an angle of 135 degrees is called an obscene triangle.
Blood flows down one leg and up the other.
A person should take a bath once in the summer, and not quite so often in the winter.
The hookworm larvae enters the human body through the soul.
When you haven't got enough iodine in your blood you get a glacier.
It is a well-known fact that a deceased body harms the mind.
Humans are more intelligent than beasts because the human branes have more convulsions.
For fainting: rub the person's chest, or if a lady, rub her arm above the hand instead.
For fractures: to see if the limb is broken, wiggle it gently back and forth.
For dog bite: put the dog away for several days. If he has not recovered, then kill it.
For nosebleed: put the nose much lower than the body.
For drowning: climb on top of the person and move up and down to make artificial perspiration.
To remove dust from the eye, pull the eye down over the nose.
For head colds: use an agonizer to spray the nose until it drops in your throat.
For snakebites: bleed the wound and rape the victim in a blanket for shock.
For asphyxiation: apply artificial respiration until the patient is dead.
Before giving a blood transfusion, find out if the blood is affirmative or negative.
Bar magnets have north and south poles, horseshoe magnets have east and west poles.
When water freezes you can walk on it. That is what Christ did long ago in wintertime.
When you smell an odorless gas, it is probably carbon monoxide.
Benjamin Franklin produced electricity by rubbing cats backwards.
The theory of evolution was greatly objected to because it made man think.
Three kinds of blood vessels are arteries, vanes and caterpillars.
The dodo is a bird that is almost decent by now.
To remove air from a flask, fill it with water, tip the water out, and put the cork in quick before the air can get back in.
The process of turning steam back into water again is called conversation.
A magnet is something you find crawling all over a dead cat.
The Earth makes one resolution every 24 hours.
The cuckoo bird does not lay his own eggs.
To collect fumes of sulfur, hold a deacon over a flame in a test tube.
Parallel lines never meet, unless you bend one or both of them.
Algebraical symbols are used when you do not know what you are talking about.
Geometry teaches us to bisex angles.
A circle is a line which meets its other end without ending.
The pistol of a flower is its only protection against insects.
The moon is a planet just like the Earth, only it is even deader.
We believe that the reptiles came from the amphibians by spontaneous generation and study of rocks.
English sparrows and starlings eat the farmers grain and soil his corpse.
By self-pollination, the farmer may get a flock of long-haired sheep.
If conditions are not favorable, bacteria go into a period of adolescence.
Dew is formed on leaves when the sun shines down on them and makes them perspire.
Vegetative propagation is the process by which one individual manufactures another individual by accident.
A super-saturated solution is one that holds more than it can hold.
A triangle which has an angle of 135 degrees is called an obscene triangle.
Blood flows down one leg and up the other.
A person should take a bath once in the summer, and not quite so often in the winter.
The hookworm larvae enters the human body through the soul.
When you haven't got enough iodine in your blood you get a glacier.
It is a well-known fact that a deceased body harms the mind.
Humans are more intelligent than beasts because the human branes have more convulsions.
For fainting: rub the person's chest, or if a lady, rub her arm above the hand instead.
For fractures: to see if the limb is broken, wiggle it gently back and forth.
For dog bite: put the dog away for several days. If he has not recovered, then kill it.
For nosebleed: put the nose much lower than the body.
For drowning: climb on top of the person and move up and down to make artificial perspiration.
To remove dust from the eye, pull the eye down over the nose.
For head colds: use an agonizer to spray the nose until it drops in your throat.
For snakebites: bleed the wound and rape the victim in a blanket for shock.
For asphyxiation: apply artificial respiration until the patient is dead.
Before giving a blood transfusion, find out if the blood is affirmative or negative.
Bar magnets have north and south poles, horseshoe magnets have east and west poles.
When water freezes you can walk on it. That is what Christ did long ago in wintertime.
When you smell an odorless gas, it is probably carbon monoxide.
Sunday, June 29, 2014
Graduation: CLASS OF 2014!
Who said onions were the only things that brought tears to our eyes?
On June 27, 2014, after 720 days of studying, 6 hours daily, plus extra hours of homework and extracurricular activities, I had finally, finally—it's about time—graduated.
For all other who had graduated this year, congrats! Because 720 days or even any hour you spend in school is a dedication you made to not spend those hours somewhere else—a bar, home, or a strip club.
So, I have a question for you guys: Will you miss the people you're leaving behind as you either find a job, take a year off, or go to school again? Or are you ready to move forward? Because that's what we're supposed to do, whether we like it or not right?
But, either way, life is a journey. And...
CLASS OF 2014!!! We made it!
On June 27, 2014, after 720 days of studying, 6 hours daily, plus extra hours of homework and extracurricular activities, I had finally, finally—it's about time—graduated.
For all other who had graduated this year, congrats! Because 720 days or even any hour you spend in school is a dedication you made to not spend those hours somewhere else—a bar, home, or a strip club.
So, I have a question for you guys: Will you miss the people you're leaving behind as you either find a job, take a year off, or go to school again? Or are you ready to move forward? Because that's what we're supposed to do, whether we like it or not right?
But, either way, life is a journey. And...
CLASS OF 2014!!! We made it!
Tuesday, June 24, 2014
Summer in NYC!
Summer doesn't always mean staying home and watching TV. Get out there and and enjoy NYC, without going broke!
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June 3: Stargazing on the High Line
Usually, the only stars you’ll see in New York City are at the ritzy restaurants and clubs — but not with the Amateur Astronomers Association. On Tuesdays through October, astronomers host free stargazing nights at New York City’s elevated park (which itself is also always free), where you can gaze up at the stars and planets via high-powered telescopes. Tuesdays through October. High Line between W. 13th St. and W. 14th St. at 10th Ave., 212-500-6035, thehighline.org
Usually, the only stars you’ll see in New York City are at the ritzy restaurants and clubs — but not with the Amateur Astronomers Association. On Tuesdays through October, astronomers host free stargazing nights at New York City’s elevated park (which itself is also always free), where you can gaze up at the stars and planets via high-powered telescopes. Tuesdays through October. High Line between W. 13th St. and W. 14th St. at 10th Ave., 212-500-6035, thehighline.org
June 4: Lecture at El Museo del Barrio
Amigos y amigas: Check out free summer lectures and events at this colorful museum that showcases more than 800 years of Latino art and culture. On June 4 from 11am to 1pm, the museum’s Black Box Theater is featuring a lecture on the book Arráncame la Vida by Ángeles Mastretta Catalina. Also, on the third Saturday of the month (starting in Sept.), the museum hosts Super Sábado, when entry is free, as is the musical entertainment. 1230 Fifth Ave., 212-831-7272, elmuseo.org
Amigos y amigas: Check out free summer lectures and events at this colorful museum that showcases more than 800 years of Latino art and culture. On June 4 from 11am to 1pm, the museum’s Black Box Theater is featuring a lecture on the book Arráncame la Vida by Ángeles Mastretta Catalina. Also, on the third Saturday of the month (starting in Sept.), the museum hosts Super Sábado, when entry is free, as is the musical entertainment. 1230 Fifth Ave., 212-831-7272, elmuseo.org
June 5: Pharrell as part of the Today Show Toyota Concert Series
Happy? You will be after checking out Pharrell, who’s appearing on June 5 as part of the Today’s Show’s hugely popular Toyota Concert Series on Rockefeller Plaza. Other entertainers coming up this summer include Usher and Maroon 5. Arrive by 5 am for the best view. The performances generally happen during the 8am hour. Through Sept. 5. Rockefeller Plaza, today.com
Happy? You will be after checking out Pharrell, who’s appearing on June 5 as part of the Today’s Show’s hugely popular Toyota Concert Series on Rockefeller Plaza. Other entertainers coming up this summer include Usher and Maroon 5. Arrive by 5 am for the best view. The performances generally happen during the 8am hour. Through Sept. 5. Rockefeller Plaza, today.com
June 6: An ode to fathers at PowerHouse Arena
Think books are dead? The PowerHouse Bookstore and Arena will change your mind. This innovative bookstore, gallery and boutique is a theater for the mind, with a richly diverse lineup of free events, including a reading on June 6 to celebrate Father’s Day (June 15), with writers from the new anthologyWhen I First Held You sharing stories about fatherhood. 37 Main St., Brooklyn, 718-666-3049,powerhousearena.com
Think books are dead? The PowerHouse Bookstore and Arena will change your mind. This innovative bookstore, gallery and boutique is a theater for the mind, with a richly diverse lineup of free events, including a reading on June 6 to celebrate Father’s Day (June 15), with writers from the new anthologyWhen I First Held You sharing stories about fatherhood. 37 Main St., Brooklyn, 718-666-3049,powerhousearena.com
June 6: Villalobos Brothers at Brooklyn Academy of Music
The nation’s oldest performing arts center heats up with free summer concerts, from soul to rock; check out the Villalobos Brothers on June 6 at 9pm, who mesh jazz and classical music. Through June 30. 30 Lafayette Ave., Brooklyn, 718-636-4100, bam.org
The nation’s oldest performing arts center heats up with free summer concerts, from soul to rock; check out the Villalobos Brothers on June 6 at 9pm, who mesh jazz and classical music. Through June 30. 30 Lafayette Ave., Brooklyn, 718-636-4100, bam.org
June 5-7: 21st Annual Red Hook FestIt’s dancing in the streets — and on the Brooklyn waterfront — at this lively June festival, featuring performances by the Dance Cartel, Dendê and Band and Underground System, along with barbecue, kids’ activities, free kayaking and more. It runs Thu. 6-8pm, Fri. 5:30-7pm and Sat. 12-7pm. Louis J. Valentino Jr. Park and Pier, Brooklyn, dancetheatreetcetera.org
June 8: Public Art: Kara Walker
NYC is flush with public art, and a top pick for this summer is Kara Walker’s A Subtlety or The Marvelous Sugar Baby, a massive, bare-breasted sphinx covered in sugar presiding over Williamsburg’s Domino Sugar Factory. It’s open Fri. 4-8pm and Sat.-Sun. 12-8pm. Through July 6. Domino Sugar Factory, South 1st St., at Kent Ave., Brooklyn, creativetime.org
NYC is flush with public art, and a top pick for this summer is Kara Walker’s A Subtlety or The Marvelous Sugar Baby, a massive, bare-breasted sphinx covered in sugar presiding over Williamsburg’s Domino Sugar Factory. It’s open Fri. 4-8pm and Sat.-Sun. 12-8pm. Through July 6. Domino Sugar Factory, South 1st St., at Kent Ave., Brooklyn, creativetime.org
June 10: Museum Mile Festival
Celebrate art and architecture during the annual Museum Mile Festival. Nine of New York City’s top museums, all of which also command the finest real estate in the world, on and around Fifth Avenue, open their doors to all, 6-9pm. Fifth Ave., between 82nd and 105th Sts., museummilefestival.org
Celebrate art and architecture during the annual Museum Mile Festival. Nine of New York City’s top museums, all of which also command the finest real estate in the world, on and around Fifth Avenue, open their doors to all, 6-9pm. Fifth Ave., between 82nd and 105th Sts., museummilefestival.org
June 14-15: Pop-Up Audubon in Prospect Park
Birding in Brooklyn? Chirp, chirp — yes. Every Saturday and Sunday from noon to 5pm, Prospect Park and Pop-Up Audubon host a variety of activities including Family Bird Watching at 4pm, where you can stroll Lullwater Trail to spy spring migrants. Not a bad way to celebrate Father’s Day weekend. Through Oct. 19. Prospect Park, Brooklyn, nycgovparks.org
Birding in Brooklyn? Chirp, chirp — yes. Every Saturday and Sunday from noon to 5pm, Prospect Park and Pop-Up Audubon host a variety of activities including Family Bird Watching at 4pm, where you can stroll Lullwater Trail to spy spring migrants. Not a bad way to celebrate Father’s Day weekend. Through Oct. 19. Prospect Park, Brooklyn, nycgovparks.org
June 18: Ping-Pong at Bryant ParkHone your ping-pong skills this summer at Bryant Park from 11am to 7pm. The park has two tables and free paddles and balls — just sign up with an attendant to reserve a spot. Bryant Park also has many other free activities, including petanque and juggling classes. Through end of September. Behind the New York Public Library, between 40th St. and 42nd St. and Fifth Ave. and Sixth Ave., 212-768-4242, bryantpark.org
June 21: Mermaid Parade
One of New York City’s most colorful (and scantily clad) summer events, the Mermaid Parade shimmies down Surf Avenue in Coney Island in June, starting at 1pm. The very loose guidelines are to come as your favorite aquatic creature, and you’ll spy everything from jellyfish, seahorses and electric eels to narwhals, walruses, sharks and, of course, mermaids. The parade is lined with men in drag, and women who look like they are too, brandishing body paint, sequins, giant eyelashes, neon-green bouffant wigs, platform heels, glitter pasties and seashells covering strategic parts of the body. Surf Ave., Coney Island, Brooklyn,coneyisland.com
One of New York City’s most colorful (and scantily clad) summer events, the Mermaid Parade shimmies down Surf Avenue in Coney Island in June, starting at 1pm. The very loose guidelines are to come as your favorite aquatic creature, and you’ll spy everything from jellyfish, seahorses and electric eels to narwhals, walruses, sharks and, of course, mermaids. The parade is lined with men in drag, and women who look like they are too, brandishing body paint, sequins, giant eyelashes, neon-green bouffant wigs, platform heels, glitter pasties and seashells covering strategic parts of the body. Surf Ave., Coney Island, Brooklyn,coneyisland.com
June 21: Summer Solstice at Socrates Sculpture Park
If you’d rather greet nature with clothes on, try the Summer Solstice festival, which features modern dance, face-painting, music and more at this rules-breaking sculpture park that sprawls on a reclaimed riverside landfill in Queens. The event runs from 5pm to dusk. 32-01 Vernon Blvd., Queens, 718-956-1819,socratessculpturepark.org
If you’d rather greet nature with clothes on, try the Summer Solstice festival, which features modern dance, face-painting, music and more at this rules-breaking sculpture park that sprawls on a reclaimed riverside landfill in Queens. The event runs from 5pm to dusk. 32-01 Vernon Blvd., Queens, 718-956-1819,socratessculpturepark.org
June 23: Met Opera Summer Recital Series
Enjoy arias under the stars at this phenomenal outdoor opera series at parks across the five boroughs. The series kicks off on June 23 in Central Park, with performances from rising opera stars soprano Amber Wagner and tenor Russell Thomas. June 23-July 10. Central Park and various NYC parks,metoperafamily.com
Enjoy arias under the stars at this phenomenal outdoor opera series at parks across the five boroughs. The series kicks off on June 23 in Central Park, with performances from rising opera stars soprano Amber Wagner and tenor Russell Thomas. June 23-July 10. Central Park and various NYC parks,metoperafamily.com
June 25: Dag Hammarskjöld Plaza Greenmarket
No other farmers’ market in the world can claim proximity to more visiting heads of state than the Dag Hammarskjöld Plaza Greenmarket, which fills an elegant plaza across from the U.N. Summer is the best time to hit up the market, when it overflows with seasonal fruits such as strawberries, which usually peak in late June. Open Wed. 8am–6pm year-round. 47th St. at Second Ave., grownyc.org
No other farmers’ market in the world can claim proximity to more visiting heads of state than the Dag Hammarskjöld Plaza Greenmarket, which fills an elegant plaza across from the U.N. Summer is the best time to hit up the market, when it overflows with seasonal fruits such as strawberries, which usually peak in late June. Open Wed. 8am–6pm year-round. 47th St. at Second Ave., grownyc.org
June 28: Brooklyn Botanic Garden
There’s a lot to love at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden, with its 200 cherry trees, 5,000 rose bushes, expansive conservatory and a flourishing summer exhibit, 100 Years and Growing – but it’s the free admission on select days that seals the botanical deal. Free Tue., Sat. 10am–12pm. 1000 Washington Ave., Brooklyn, 718-623-7200, bbg.org
There’s a lot to love at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden, with its 200 cherry trees, 5,000 rose bushes, expansive conservatory and a flourishing summer exhibit, 100 Years and Growing – but it’s the free admission on select days that seals the botanical deal. Free Tue., Sat. 10am–12pm. 1000 Washington Ave., Brooklyn, 718-623-7200, bbg.org
June 29: NYC Pride March
New York’s streets never lack in colorful style, but the annual Pride March is always the sassiest day of the year. The oldest gay pride parade in the nation kicks off at noon. The event draws more than 500,000 participants and is an enthusiastic display of over-the-top costumes, floats pumping disco music, drag queens (and kings) — and rainbow everything, from flags and wigs to itsy bitsy teenie-weenie bikini briefs.Fifth Ave. to the West Village, nycpride.org
New York’s streets never lack in colorful style, but the annual Pride March is always the sassiest day of the year. The oldest gay pride parade in the nation kicks off at noon. The event draws more than 500,000 participants and is an enthusiastic display of over-the-top costumes, floats pumping disco music, drag queens (and kings) — and rainbow everything, from flags and wigs to itsy bitsy teenie-weenie bikini briefs.Fifth Ave. to the West Village, nycpride.org
July 2: Bronx Writers Center
The Bronx Writers Center is “devoted to creating and supporting Bronx voices, readers and writers,” and to that end, the center hosts a series of summer workshops and fellowships and tours. The center also does a good deal to promote the borough and you can get in on that monthly with the First Wednesdays Bronx Trolley Tour from 5 to 8pm (during which you’ll also learn about the center’s mission). First Wednesdays of the month. Bronx Council on the Arts, 1738 Hone Ave., Bronx, 718-931-9500, bronxarts.org
The Bronx Writers Center is “devoted to creating and supporting Bronx voices, readers and writers,” and to that end, the center hosts a series of summer workshops and fellowships and tours. The center also does a good deal to promote the borough and you can get in on that monthly with the First Wednesdays Bronx Trolley Tour from 5 to 8pm (during which you’ll also learn about the center’s mission). First Wednesdays of the month. Bronx Council on the Arts, 1738 Hone Ave., Bronx, 718-931-9500, bronxarts.org
July 4: Nathan’s Hot Dog Eating Contest
Don’t think that eating is a sport? This will change your mind. Since 1916, the country’s most famous hot dog-eating contest draws competitive eaters from around the world to Coney Island on the 4th of July. Cheer on the chowers, starting at noon — but caution: You may never want to eat a hot dog again. 1310 Surf Ave., Brooklyn, nathansfamous.com
Don’t think that eating is a sport? This will change your mind. Since 1916, the country’s most famous hot dog-eating contest draws competitive eaters from around the world to Coney Island on the 4th of July. Cheer on the chowers, starting at noon — but caution: You may never want to eat a hot dog again. 1310 Surf Ave., Brooklyn, nathansfamous.com
July 4: Macy’s Fourth of July Fireworks
Start it with a dog and end it with fireworks, we say. The most dazzling fireworks show of the year is free – just get yourself a view of the East River. After five years of exploding over the Hudson, the fireworks are back on the eastside, where you can watch them light up the sky over the Brooklyn Bridge, starting around 9pm. It doesn’t get much more iconic than that. East River, macys.com
Start it with a dog and end it with fireworks, we say. The most dazzling fireworks show of the year is free – just get yourself a view of the East River. After five years of exploding over the Hudson, the fireworks are back on the eastside, where you can watch them light up the sky over the Brooklyn Bridge, starting around 9pm. It doesn’t get much more iconic than that. East River, macys.com
July 4-6: Central Park Skate Circle
Get ready to rock and roll: The nonprofit Central Park Dance Skaters Association is hosting its 20th Season Weekend in Central Park. Everyone’s welcome – just leave the inhibitions behind. Central Park, near the Mall and Bandshell, cpdsa.org
Get ready to rock and roll: The nonprofit Central Park Dance Skaters Association is hosting its 20th Season Weekend in Central Park. Everyone’s welcome – just leave the inhibitions behind. Central Park, near the Mall and Bandshell, cpdsa.org
July 7: Upright Citizens Brigade
From Jack Benny and Rodney Dangerfield to Woody Allen and Jerry Seinfeld, New York has a long comedy legacy. Happily, this translates into many free comedy showcases including our favorite: the Monday 11pm Whiplash night at Upright Citizens Brigade, NYC’s alternative stand-up comics. Ongoing Monday nights. 307 W. 26th St., 212-366-9176, newyork.ucbtheatre.com
From Jack Benny and Rodney Dangerfield to Woody Allen and Jerry Seinfeld, New York has a long comedy legacy. Happily, this translates into many free comedy showcases including our favorite: the Monday 11pm Whiplash night at Upright Citizens Brigade, NYC’s alternative stand-up comics. Ongoing Monday nights. 307 W. 26th St., 212-366-9176, newyork.ucbtheatre.com
July 8: Late Show with David Letterman
New York City is a boon for late-night shows, talk shows, cooking shows — you name it — all of which give out free tickets to draw a studio audience. David Letterman recently announced that he’s retiring in 2015, so this is the last year you can see him live. Check our article, Be Part of the Studio Audience, for the details, but know that standby tickets are available by calling 212-247-6497 at 11am on the day of any taping you want to attend. 1697 Broadway, between 53rd and 54th streets.
New York City is a boon for late-night shows, talk shows, cooking shows — you name it — all of which give out free tickets to draw a studio audience. David Letterman recently announced that he’s retiring in 2015, so this is the last year you can see him live. Check our article, Be Part of the Studio Audience, for the details, but know that standby tickets are available by calling 212-247-6497 at 11am on the day of any taping you want to attend. 1697 Broadway, between 53rd and 54th streets.
July 12: Manhattanenge
Manhattan’s photogenic all year long, but there’s one day that’s better than the rest: Manhattanenge. Named after Stonehenge, this is when the setting sun aligns perfectly with the Manhattan street grid, flooding the streets with a golden light. Various NYC intersections. amnh.org
Manhattan’s photogenic all year long, but there’s one day that’s better than the rest: Manhattanenge. Named after Stonehenge, this is when the setting sun aligns perfectly with the Manhattan street grid, flooding the streets with a golden light. Various NYC intersections. amnh.org
July 14: New York Philharmonic in the Parks
Ease into the night with soaring classical music at a New York Philharmonic outdoor concert in Central Park on July 14 at 8pm, showcasing among others, Nielsen’s Maskarade Overture and Liszt’s Les Préludes. The Philharmonic in the Parks features concerts around the five boroughs throughout the summer, from Brooklyn to Staten Island. A bonus: The concerts are often followed by fireworks. At parks across New York City, 212-875-5900, nyphil.org
Ease into the night with soaring classical music at a New York Philharmonic outdoor concert in Central Park on July 14 at 8pm, showcasing among others, Nielsen’s Maskarade Overture and Liszt’s Les Préludes. The Philharmonic in the Parks features concerts around the five boroughs throughout the summer, from Brooklyn to Staten Island. A bonus: The concerts are often followed by fireworks. At parks across New York City, 212-875-5900, nyphil.org
July 18: Free Bikes on Governors Island
Feel the breeze in your hair as you pedal around Governors Island, a former Coast Guard base in the middle of New York harbor. Every weekday morning this summer, the island offers free bikes. Even better, getting here is free too: The ferry to the island, from both Brooklyn and Manhattan, is gratis. Open Labor Day to Memorial Day; New York Harbor, govisland.com
Feel the breeze in your hair as you pedal around Governors Island, a former Coast Guard base in the middle of New York harbor. Every weekday morning this summer, the island offers free bikes. Even better, getting here is free too: The ferry to the island, from both Brooklyn and Manhattan, is gratis. Open Labor Day to Memorial Day; New York Harbor, govisland.com
July 19: Deltron 3030 at Celebrate Brooklyn!
Celebrate Brooklyn!, one of the borough’s most popular concert festivals, heats up Prospect Park throughout the summer. Among the highlights are hip-hop greats Deltron 3030 and Nomadic Massive on July 19. June–July, Prospect Park Bandshell, bricartsmedia.org
Celebrate Brooklyn!, one of the borough’s most popular concert festivals, heats up Prospect Park throughout the summer. Among the highlights are hip-hop greats Deltron 3030 and Nomadic Massive on July 19. June–July, Prospect Park Bandshell, bricartsmedia.org
July 20: Queens County Farm Museum
If the closest your kids get to a garden are the potted plants on the fire escape, then pay a visit to this 47-acre historic working farm, which is featuring a host of summer events, including the Seasonal Farmstead (starting on June 4), where you can meet farmers and sample country-fresh produce. Plus, kids (human) can play with frisky kids (goats), and tour verdant fields, orchards and vineyards. 73-50 Little Neck Pkwy., Queens, 718-347-3276, queensfarm.org
If the closest your kids get to a garden are the potted plants on the fire escape, then pay a visit to this 47-acre historic working farm, which is featuring a host of summer events, including the Seasonal Farmstead (starting on June 4), where you can meet farmers and sample country-fresh produce. Plus, kids (human) can play with frisky kids (goats), and tour verdant fields, orchards and vineyards. 73-50 Little Neck Pkwy., Queens, 718-347-3276, queensfarm.org
July 21: Lightning Thief at Theatreworks USAThis venerable nonprofit theater company showcases free summer shows — from Shakespeare to high-kicking musicals — that cater to children and families. The entertaining Lightning Thief is next on the docket at the Lucille Lortel Theatre in the West Village. July 21-Aug. 22. 151 W. 26th St., 212-647-1100,theatreworksusa.com
July 24: Animation Block Party at Rooftop Films
One of the best summer deals in NYC are the free outdoor movie screenings. Rooftop Films brings “underground movies outdoors,” from Fort Greene to the Financial District. Free shows this summer include Sundance Film Festival Shorts on June 6 and Animation Block Party on July 24. Locations throughout New York, rooftopfilms.com
One of the best summer deals in NYC are the free outdoor movie screenings. Rooftop Films brings “underground movies outdoors,” from Fort Greene to the Financial District. Free shows this summer include Sundance Film Festival Shorts on June 6 and Animation Block Party on July 24. Locations throughout New York, rooftopfilms.com
July 25: Chelsea Art Walk
Calling all art-lovers. (And free wine lovers). The Chelsea Art Walk (July 25, 5–8pm) showcases the best of Chelsea’s summer arts shows, along with complimentary nibbles and wine. Plus, you’ll get the chance to meet many of the artists, and perhaps walk out with a signed work of art. Chelsea galleries, between 10th and 11th Aves., from W. 18th to W. 28th, artwalkchelsea.com
Calling all art-lovers. (And free wine lovers). The Chelsea Art Walk (July 25, 5–8pm) showcases the best of Chelsea’s summer arts shows, along with complimentary nibbles and wine. Plus, you’ll get the chance to meet many of the artists, and perhaps walk out with a signed work of art. Chelsea galleries, between 10th and 11th Aves., from W. 18th to W. 28th, artwalkchelsea.com
July 26: Brooklyn Brewery
Guzzle made-in-Brooklyn brews—including the popular Brooklyn Summer Ale—on a free weekend tour of the handsome Brooklyn Brewery in Williamsburg. Free weekend afternoon tours. 79 N. 11th St., Brooklyn, 718-486-7422, brooklynbrewery.com
Guzzle made-in-Brooklyn brews—including the popular Brooklyn Summer Ale—on a free weekend tour of the handsome Brooklyn Brewery in Williamsburg. Free weekend afternoon tours. 79 N. 11th St., Brooklyn, 718-486-7422, brooklynbrewery.com
July 27: Harlem Week“Where the world meets the world,” is the slogan at this annual festival that’s celebrating its 40th anniversary this year. The month-long festival features everything from gospel to fashion to film, but one of its biggest days is kickoff day, July 27. July 27–Aug. 23. Events throughout Harlem, harlemweek.com
July 29: King Lear at Shakespeare in the Park
All the world’s a stage in Central Park. As the Public Theater describes this summer’s show of Shakespeare’sKing Lear: “Revenge, rage, grief and delusion thunder upon the Delacorte” with Tony and Emmy Award winner John Lithgow in the title role. The lines to get in are notoriously long, but hey, that’s part of the experience. July 22–Aug. 17. Delacorte Theater, Central Park, 212-967-7555, publictheater.org
All the world’s a stage in Central Park. As the Public Theater describes this summer’s show of Shakespeare’sKing Lear: “Revenge, rage, grief and delusion thunder upon the Delacorte” with Tony and Emmy Award winner John Lithgow in the title role. The lines to get in are notoriously long, but hey, that’s part of the experience. July 22–Aug. 17. Delacorte Theater, Central Park, 212-967-7555, publictheater.org
Aug. 1: Children’s Museum of Manhattan
Calling all tykes: This colorful, five-floor museum, which is free the first Friday of the month 5-8pm, is filled with interactive exhibits, including the toe-tapping JAZZED! The Changing Beat of 125th Street, which opens at the end of May and surveys the effect the Harlem Renaissance had on the city and the world. Free first Friday of the month. 212 W. 83rd St., 212-721-1223, cmom.org
Calling all tykes: This colorful, five-floor museum, which is free the first Friday of the month 5-8pm, is filled with interactive exhibits, including the toe-tapping JAZZED! The Changing Beat of 125th Street, which opens at the end of May and surveys the effect the Harlem Renaissance had on the city and the world. Free first Friday of the month. 212 W. 83rd St., 212-721-1223, cmom.org
Aug. 1: Isamu Noguchi Garden Museum
This one is more for the adults. When you think of Queens — home to the roaring jets of JFK and LaGuardia airports — peace and solitude probably don’t leap to mind. But that’s what you’ll find at the quiet sculpture gardens at the Noguchi Museum, which hosts Free First Fridays of the month, including on Aug.1. 9-01 33rd Rd., Queens, 718-204-7088, noguchi.org
This one is more for the adults. When you think of Queens — home to the roaring jets of JFK and LaGuardia airports — peace and solitude probably don’t leap to mind. But that’s what you’ll find at the quiet sculpture gardens at the Noguchi Museum, which hosts Free First Fridays of the month, including on Aug.1. 9-01 33rd Rd., Queens, 718-204-7088, noguchi.org
Aug 2: The Museum at FIT (Fashion Institute of Technology)
High fashion isn’t free, but the exhibits at New York City’s leading fashion museum are. Founded in 1969, the museum is known for its creative exhibits like this summer’s Exposed: A History of Lingerie. June 3-Nov. 14. Seventh Ave. at 27th St., 212-217-4558, fitnyc.edu
High fashion isn’t free, but the exhibits at New York City’s leading fashion museum are. Founded in 1969, the museum is known for its creative exhibits like this summer’s Exposed: A History of Lingerie. June 3-Nov. 14. Seventh Ave. at 27th St., 212-217-4558, fitnyc.edu
Aug. 3: Downtown Boathouse Kayaks
Kayak season is here. The closest that most New Yorkers get to the Hudson River is by strolling along its banks. But, the river is ideal for kayaking, with placid waters and steady breezes, plus gorgeous views of the skyline. Downtown Boathouse offers complimentary kayak rental at a variety of locations on the Hudson River, most are weekends only. All summer, Downtown Boathouse, Hudson River Greenway, Pier 40, Pier 96 and 72nd St., downtownboathouse.org
Kayak season is here. The closest that most New Yorkers get to the Hudson River is by strolling along its banks. But, the river is ideal for kayaking, with placid waters and steady breezes, plus gorgeous views of the skyline. Downtown Boathouse offers complimentary kayak rental at a variety of locations on the Hudson River, most are weekends only. All summer, Downtown Boathouse, Hudson River Greenway, Pier 40, Pier 96 and 72nd St., downtownboathouse.org
Aug. 4: Williamsburg Spelling BeeHow do you spell F-U-N? This free monthly spelling bee is a night of silly fun, fueled by cocktails, comedy and competition. Pete’s Candy Store, 709 Lorimer St., Brooklyn, spellingblog4.blogspot.com
Aug. 9: Second Saturday Staten Island
Staten Island is often called New York’s forgotten borough. It shouldn’t be. Explore the island on this monthly art walk on Staten Island’s north shore. Second Saturdays. Staten Island, St. George,secondsaturdaystatenisland.org
Staten Island is often called New York’s forgotten borough. It shouldn’t be. Explore the island on this monthly art walk on Staten Island’s north shore. Second Saturdays. Staten Island, St. George,secondsaturdaystatenisland.org
Aug. 9: Bronx Museum of the Arts
Perhaps the Bronx is more your speed? If so, check out the innovative, free Bronx Museum of the Arts, which is featuring a host of summer events including a tour of the area around the museum, led by Sam Goodman, an urban planner in the office of the Bronx Borough President on Aug. 9 at 11am, starting inside the museum. 1040 Grand Concourse, the Bronx, 718-681-6000, bronxmuseum.org
Perhaps the Bronx is more your speed? If so, check out the innovative, free Bronx Museum of the Arts, which is featuring a host of summer events including a tour of the area around the museum, led by Sam Goodman, an urban planner in the office of the Bronx Borough President on Aug. 9 at 11am, starting inside the museum. 1040 Grand Concourse, the Bronx, 718-681-6000, bronxmuseum.org
Aug. 10: Tai Chi at Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Monument, Riverside Park
With its soothing white marble and 12 Corinthian columns, there’s no better spot than this temple-like monument to practice Tai Chi, a graceful and slow-moving martial art. Come by to learn and practice.Summer Sundays, 8-9am through Aug. 17. Riverside Park, nycgovparks.org
With its soothing white marble and 12 Corinthian columns, there’s no better spot than this temple-like monument to practice Tai Chi, a graceful and slow-moving martial art. Come by to learn and practice.Summer Sundays, 8-9am through Aug. 17. Riverside Park, nycgovparks.org
Aug. 12: Brooklyn Bridge
One of New York City’s most iconic sights is also completely free. Summer’s the perfect season to trek across the bridge, gazing out at views of the New York Harbor and skyline. Bring the camera. Brooklyn Bridge, 311, nyc.gov
One of New York City’s most iconic sights is also completely free. Summer’s the perfect season to trek across the bridge, gazing out at views of the New York Harbor and skyline. Bring the camera. Brooklyn Bridge, 311, nyc.gov
Aug. 15: Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)The MoMA offers a double draw: The world’s largest collection of modern art and a unique building, which is a work of contemporary art in itself. Take advantage of free admission on Friday afternoons when you can check out the entire museum, including summer exhibits like Robert Heinecken: Object Matter (through Sept. 7), a superb retrospective on the conceptual photographer. Fri. 4–8pm. 11 W. 53rd St., 212-708-9400,moma.org
Aug. 16-17: Brooklyn Flea
Where can you find everything from a Wonder Woman lunchbox to a pair of bowling shoes? Brooklyn Flea, the moveable weekend flea market with locations around Brooklyn, from Fort Greene to Williamsburg. Also, this year Brooklyn Flea is launching the new SmorgasBar at Jones Beach, with food vendors, beer, slushies, oysters, iced coffee and beach games. Weekends. Locations throughout Brooklyn,brooklynflea.com
Where can you find everything from a Wonder Woman lunchbox to a pair of bowling shoes? Brooklyn Flea, the moveable weekend flea market with locations around Brooklyn, from Fort Greene to Williamsburg. Also, this year Brooklyn Flea is launching the new SmorgasBar at Jones Beach, with food vendors, beer, slushies, oysters, iced coffee and beach games. Weekends. Locations throughout Brooklyn,brooklynflea.com
Aug. 20: Staten Island Ferry
The free ferry continues to be one of the greatest deals in New York City — and there’s no better season than summer to jump aboard to take in sweeping views of the harbor, the Statue of Liberty and the glittering Manhattan skyline. Departs from Whitehall Terminal, at South St. and Whitehall St. in Lower Manhattan, 212-639- 9675, nyc.gov
The free ferry continues to be one of the greatest deals in New York City — and there’s no better season than summer to jump aboard to take in sweeping views of the harbor, the Statue of Liberty and the glittering Manhattan skyline. Departs from Whitehall Terminal, at South St. and Whitehall St. in Lower Manhattan, 212-639- 9675, nyc.gov
Aug. 21: Live Burlesque: Spanking the Lower East Side
Get naughty at this saucy burlesque show hosted by Calamity Chang on Thursday nights at the inviting bar Nurse Bettie throughout the summer. Thursdays. Nurse Bettie, 106 Norfolk St., 212-477-7515,nursebettie.com
Get naughty at this saucy burlesque show hosted by Calamity Chang on Thursday nights at the inviting bar Nurse Bettie throughout the summer. Thursdays. Nurse Bettie, 106 Norfolk St., 212-477-7515,nursebettie.com
Aug. 23-24: AfroPunk Fest
“The most multicultural festival in the U.S.” is how The New York Times describes this event—and they’re right. The August festival features everything from blues to hip-hop, and has starred Big Freedia, Vintage Trouble and Trash Talk. As the festival organizers put it, come on down and “sweat, mosh and shout.” Aug. 23–24, Commodore Barry Park, Brooklyn, afropunkfest.com
“The most multicultural festival in the U.S.” is how The New York Times describes this event—and they’re right. The August festival features everything from blues to hip-hop, and has starred Big Freedia, Vintage Trouble and Trash Talk. As the festival organizers put it, come on down and “sweat, mosh and shout.” Aug. 23–24, Commodore Barry Park, Brooklyn, afropunkfest.com
Aug. 29: Phoenix: Xu Bing at the Cathedral
The Phoenix has risen from the ashes and landed in the Cathedral Church of St. John the Divine. Chinese artist Xu Bing created the gargantuan Phoenix with detritus collected from construction sites across China. The bird needed a big home in the U.S., and found it at St. John the Divine, the largest cathedral in the world. On view through 2014. 7:30am–6pm daily. Cathedral Church of St. John the Divine, 1047 Amsterdam Ave., 212-316-7540, stjohndivine.org
The Phoenix has risen from the ashes and landed in the Cathedral Church of St. John the Divine. Chinese artist Xu Bing created the gargantuan Phoenix with detritus collected from construction sites across China. The bird needed a big home in the U.S., and found it at St. John the Divine, the largest cathedral in the world. On view through 2014. 7:30am–6pm daily. Cathedral Church of St. John the Divine, 1047 Amsterdam Ave., 212-316-7540, stjohndivine.org
Aug. 27: Floating Pool in the Bronx
Skip work (and beat the heat) and have fun at the Floating Pool in the Bronx’s Barretto Point Park. The 25-meter-by-seven-lane pool sits atop a barge, so it’s like floating in the river but in the comfort and safety of filtered chlorinated water. June 26-Sept. 1, nycgovparks.org
Skip work (and beat the heat) and have fun at the Floating Pool in the Bronx’s Barretto Point Park. The 25-meter-by-seven-lane pool sits atop a barge, so it’s like floating in the river but in the comfort and safety of filtered chlorinated water. June 26-Sept. 1, nycgovparks.org
Aug. 30-31: Rockaway Beach
The nickname for this peninsula—Rockapulco—may be a bit of a stretch, but this sun-warmed spit of land that juts into the ocean does have some of the NYC’s best beaches—and they’re all free. Just bring the bikini and the sunscreen. Rockaway Peninsula, nycgovparks.org
The nickname for this peninsula—Rockapulco—may be a bit of a stretch, but this sun-warmed spit of land that juts into the ocean does have some of the NYC’s best beaches—and they’re all free. Just bring the bikini and the sunscreen. Rockaway Peninsula, nycgovparks.org
Source: NewYork.com
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