Category: Upper Westside
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NY- The American Museum of Natural History Mural
These are photographs of the mural that adorns the entry hall of the American Museum of Natural History. This museum has always been one of my family’s favorites but has seen its popularity grow with the release of the hit movie “A Night at the Museum”.
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NY- West 72nd Street Subway Station
Subway commuters emerge from the West 72nd Street 1-2-3 line station to face a cool and spitting afternoon. Just another gray Sunday in Manhattan.
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NY- West 66th Street Subway Station
Everyone left on the island this weekend seemed to be out defying the gray clouds and incessant drizzle.
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NY- Columbia University- College Walk Restoration
Columbia University is sprucing up the yard with a complete renovation of the College Walk. One can only hope the construction is complete before students from all over the world begin to descend on this Ivy League campus for the start of the 2007- 2008 school year.
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NY- Columbia University- Neighborhood Haunts
The University isn’t the only one getting ready for the onslaught of students. The local businesses are stocking up, polishing the brass, and laying out the welcome signs. This is one of New York City’s most unique and fiercely liberal neighborhoods, it is the only university area in the world that boasts a restaurant that…
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NY- W72nd and Broadway- Advertising Bills
There is a big hole at the south west corner of West 72nd and Broadway. They tried to cover it up with these ads but I think that people still know it is there.
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NY- Shop Windows on Columbus Avenue
If you are looking for a great place to take your evening constitution or for somewhere to stroll after a performance at Lincoln Center, then head north on Columbus Avenue and do a little window shopping. Soutine Bread and Pastry Epices Du Traiteur Alices Tea Cup Telepan
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NY- Gray’s Papaya
Gray’s Papaya has been an institution on the Upper Westside for over 30 years and has to be the cheapest meal you can get in New York City, well maybe on the Upper Westside. It is open 24 hours and the smoke from dogs and onions has been known to fill up the street corner…
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NY- West Side Community Garden- Shakespeare in the Park
If you are looking for a little Shakespeare in the Park but don’t have tickets to the other one then stop by the Westside Community Garden for a mini-performance of Romeo and Juliet. The garden makes for a beautiful backdrop with all its flora and fauna. It is also a great place to find shade…
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NY- NYPD Quick Response Teams
The New York Police Department, God Bless Them, has these amazing quick response teams traveling around the city in groups, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. These mechanical cavalries can range in size from a handful of squad cars to very large groups of 50 or more, like the one I saw at…
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NY- Riverside Park South- Acoustic Sundays
If it is Sunday night and you are not ready to call it a weekend yet then head down to Riverside Park South for their Acoustic Sundays on the 70th Street Pier before the sun sets. Thanks in no small part to the vision of Donald Trump and all the residents lining the park who…
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NY- Columbus Circle Fountain Park
The Columbus Circle Fountain Park is a perfect place to take a load of on a hot day and do some people watching.