So which city in the USA has 600 murals on its streets, all available for public perusal? Well, it’s the same city that has a Cartoon Museum, a Spanish Mission dating from 1791 and a Museum of Modern Art, built on a reclaimed former industrial zone. The fact is that since the 1930’s, murals have […]
Life stories on a greyhound bus
I don’t know who you are. But I know you will be interested in the stories I am going to share with you. And I know you have the same beautiful stories you can share with others. Because we are all spirits in this world. These stories happened all on a greyhound bus. There is […]
Put a Cork In It, Indeed – a reality check for Mrs. Fly Life
Don’t get me wrong, my Party People, I still love Tricia Romano and her weekly Village Voice insights into the mascara-laden, fashion forward, dare I say Hipster (for want of a better all-inclusive term) world that I leave to other promoters/party goers to enjoy. I’ll allow the reader to take a peek at her solid […]
All the truth about vodka
Many know this strong spirit, which promises a successful party, yet, few know interesting facts about this interesting drink. To start with – vodka has a dark history. It is considered that vodka is originally a Russian drink, but in the late 70s during the Cold War there was a big process about Poland claiming […]
Taoist Beatles Propaganda, Part II
I ran into Thurston Moore, guitarist for Sonic Youth, at the book party for Up Is Up, But So Is Down: New York’s Downtown Literary Scene, 1974-1992, an anthology we’re both in. I told him I am beginning an anti-Beatles blog. "The Beatles are The Beatles," said Thurston, tautologically. Then he added: "There are innovators […]
AIDS & Spatial Planning
The Metlife Foundation and the Enterprise Foundation share a common commitment in building healthy communities. Began in 1996, the group recognizes nonprofit groups for innovation in two main areas: supportive housing and property asset management. The “Awards For Excellence In Affordable Housing,” represents models that serve as inspiration for other groups with a desire […]