Steve’s Objects of Desire
By Claudie Benjamin Enter a magical world of objects and stories at More & More Antiques located at 378 Amsterdam Avenue. The complex combination of enticements comes naturally to the shop’s owner Steve Mohr who is from a family of collectors. He has loved...
Strength of Memories
By Claudie Benjamin Surrounded by hardship in childhood and adolescence, Richard Ward still thinks of his youth’s happy moments. Now at 78, his memory for detail is exceptional. His perspective on life is judgmental. It seems that seeing and feeling...
Halva for the Holidays
By Claudie Benjamin Judging by the steady stream of customers who enter the Nuts Factory on the corner of 80th Street and Broadway (2240 Broadway), this recently opened shop is a welcome addition to the neighborhood. This is not only because of the...
Sparkling Celebrations
By Claudie Benjamin Whether celebrating solo, with a friend, or with a group of family or co-workers, champagne is the beverage that comes readily to mind. Which to buy? Where to shop? If you haven’t already been, Acker has been selling wines and...
Glittering Lights, Joyful Songs on the Broadway Mall
By Claudie Benjamin The days are flying by and The Broadway Mall’s annual celebration beginning the holiday season is coming up quickly. The kickoff will be a Winter Lighting Ceremony on Tuesday, November 29th at 5pm in Verdi Square. There will be...
Healthy the Organic Way
By Claudie Benjamin Uptown Whole Foods at 2421 Broadway (251 West 89th Street) is not a branch of the Whole Foods owned by Amazon. It has its own identity; one it’s always had through a succession of owners. It’s almost...
Art, Yoga, and Meditation: Encouraging Creative Kids
By Claudie Benjamin “When one door closes, another opens” is an expression that resonates deeply for Sebastian Alappat. He repeatedly finds ways to turn challenges into successes. Sebastian is the founder of SPARK, a children’s yoga, art,...
LPC’s Business Express: THIS THURSDAY
In order to better serve NYC’s recovery, the LPC launched a new initiative this summer called “Business Express”. Occurring the THIRD THURSDAY of every month, business owners can now set up consultations with LPC staff for added guidance...
