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Why Christiana Mall is Delaware’s Premier Shopping Destination: A Closer Look

December 15, 2024

Christiana Mall, located in Christiana, Delaware, between Wilmington and Newark, is the largest shopping center in the state. With over 1.2 million square feet of retail space, it attracts millions of shoppers annually, particularly from neighboring states, due to Delaware’s tax-free shopping. The mall features a variety of stores and dining options, making it a […]

Sign of the Month for DEC 2024

December 13, 2024

This sign combines many of my favorite things; goats, repurposed retail merchandise, a contradiction in terms (“upscale thrift”), with a side-helping of self-deprecation.  Add that to the fact that it is in the fun and creative neighborhood of Carytown in RVA, and it is easily my sign of the month!

The Legacy of Carnegie Hall: A Glimpse into New York’s Iconic Concert Venue

December 12, 2024

Carnegie Hall is the world’s greatest concert venue known for its superb acoustics for over 3,000 seats. During the late 1800s,  Andrew Carnegie was the world’s richest man and his steel company was the largest corporation on the planet. Semi-retired in his mid-30s, he proceeded to give away 90% of his money (the equivalent of […]

Sip Cocktails and Dance the Night Away at Rick’s Bar on Duval Street, Key West!

December 12, 2024

You can sip cocktails on the balcony overlooking the world famous Duval Street right across from Sloppy Joes. Rick’s Bar is a happening nightspot, home to the Island”s most talented musicians. The building has a long history on Duval Street,  in the early 1900s it was home to William McKillip Jeweler and Watchmaker,  then to […]

Historic Radio City Music Hall and the Rockettes Christmas Spectacular

December 10, 2024

For 80 years the Christmas Spectacular starring The Rockettes has continued to create lasting memories for families that have made this cherished show a holiday tradition. The Rockettes are an American precision dance company founded in 1925 that have performed at Radio City Music Hall since 1932. John D Rockefeller Jr signed a lease for […]

New York City’s Iconic 21 Club

December 9, 2024

Guarded by lawn jockeys on the balcony above its entrance the 21 Club was an iconic New York social and culinary landmark. Speakeasy for the Rich and Famous A former Prohibition speakeasy that was once a magnet for the rich, beautiful and powerful. One of its signatures were the 37 statues of racing jockeys, donated […]

From Alaska to the Heart of DC: The 54-Year Tradition of the People’s Tree

December 7, 2024

Often called “The People’s Tree”, every year a different National Forest is selected to provide a tree to appear on the west lawn of the US Capitol building for the holiday season. This year’s tree came from Alaska’s Tongass National Forest in Southeast Alaska. For the USDA Forest Service this has been a 54 Year […]

Hot Dog Heaven: Fort Lauderdale’s Historic Stand Serving Chicago Style Franks

December 7, 2024

The hot dog has always been man’s best friend,  so you can continue the tradition at Hot Dog Heaven the First National Historic Vienna hot dog stand in the country. Serving America’s original fast food for 46 years,  Hot Dog Heaven has been selling Chicago style Franks with all the fixings in Fort Lauderdale. Under […]

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