The Great Lawn of Central Park has been one of New York City’s most iconic outdoor concert venues, hosting performances that have drawn hundreds of thousands of people into the heart of Manhattan. It’s 55 Acres of green space, framed by the city skyline, turned into a kind of natural amphitheater for unforgettable cultural moments. […]
On November 29th 1972, Robert Redford and Barbra Streisand filmed the final scene of the Academy Award-winning film The Way We Were in front of the Plaza Hotel. The scene is one of the most iconic moments of the film where the lovers paths cross again for a final goodbye. Starting out as rival college […]
The sun wakes me before the waves do. It spills over the mangroves in a soft golden glow, warming the air that smells like salt and pine. Florida Sunshine. Spilling light over Big Pine Key between the cabbage palms and the gumbo limbo trees, without a sound are the key deer. The island is their […]
On a hot summer afternoon back in July of 1967, just a few blocks off Route 1, Jacksonville Times- Union photographer Rocco Morabito was returning from covering another assignment when he glanced up at the sky. There against a brilliant blue backdrop, a number of Jacksonville Electric Authority (JEA) lineman worked on electricity poles as […]
“Well you went uptown riding in your limousine with your fine Park Avenue clothes, you had the Dom Perignon in your hand and the spoon up your nose” of course you recognize the lyrics from Billy Joel’s 1978 hit “Big Shot” and “they were all impressed with your Halston dress and the people that you […]
A visit to the Pennsylvania Veterans Museum in Media, PA, is a deeply moving and educational experience—one that combines history, personal stories, and interactive displays in a tranquil setting. Tucked inside the historic Media Armory on East State Street, this free museum is open Fridays through Sundays, noon to 5 PM, where visitors of all […]
After an energetic afternoon at Game On State, where the retro arcade vibes and inclusive atmosphere brought joy to every corner, I wasn’t quite ready to leave the world of gaming behind. Luckily, just a short walk away, I discovered Game Exchange—a cozy little store tucked into Media, PA’s bustling downtown that feels like stepping […]
If you’re strolling down State Street in Media, PA, and craving something unique, nostalgic, and refreshingly inclusive, look no further than Game On State. Tucked among restaurants and shops, this retro arcade offers more than just classic games—it delivers a joyful, purpose-driven experience for all ages. From the moment you walk in, Game On State […]
The Mummers Museum, located in the heart of South Philadelphia, and which opened in 1976, is a one-of-a-kind institution dedicated to preserving and celebrating one of the city’s most colorful and enduring traditions: the Philadelphia Mummers Parade. Established in 1976 during America’s Bicentennial, the museum offers a deep dive into the unique cultural legacy of […]
Whether it’s 8:00 in the morning or 11:00 p.m. at night, there’s always a line of people waiting to have their picture taken in front of the Southernmost Point Buoy in Key West Florida. Just last week Key West’s most photographed landmark is boarded up behind construction fencing, but a substitute buoy has been erected […]
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