Gracefully Feeling Better

Gracefully Feeling Better

West 72nd Street

By Claudie Benjamin Every exercise therapy has its own philosophy and discipline.  Some have hallmark equipment designed to train the body in specific ways. Trainers and enthusiasts of particular techniques talk about finding what’s right for them in...
Matching Occasions with Little Cards & More

Matching Occasions with Little Cards & More

West 72nd Street

By Claudie Benjamin It’s been decades since the Upper West Side was dotted with custom print stores where customers could lean on the advice of a seasoned printer as they selected fonts and paper quality for wedding invitations, business cards and custom holiday...
PETITION to NYC Mayoral Candidates

PETITION to NYC Mayoral Candidates

Advocacy, City Hall

Tell them we want our next Mayor to prioritize preserving and protecting our city’s history, its landmarks, and the character of our neighborhoods. Full Petition Text: We, the undersigned residents of the diverse communities of New York City, feel it is...
Sweet Marjolaine

Sweet Marjolaine

West 72nd Street

By Claudie Benjamin Marjolaine is a particularly popular cake at My Most Favorite Food, a Kosher bakery, restaurant, and catering business. This multi-layered meringue showstopper has a number of features that distinguish it from the typical creations at other...
Oh, Hay NO! Nivola Horses Removed

Oh, Hay NO! Nivola Horses Removed

Costantino Nivola, Public Art

Pact Renaissance Collaborative was recently named the new management company overseeing the NYCHA-owned Stephen Wise Towers.  They have outlined a substantial remolding campaign for the buildings, tenant units and grounds. During the first week of March, 2021,...