Paterson Great Falls November 21, 2010

Paterson Great Falls in New Jersey are a natural wonder. These falls, the largest ones in the Northeast after Niagara Falls, powered manufacturing plants here to create the cradle of the industrial revolution in an America trying to become less dependent on British manufacturers.

The Falls are viewable from Haines Overlook Park on the south and Mary Ellen Kramer Park on the north. Drive-by viewing is available from McBride Avenue where it crosses the river just above the Falls. A footbridge over the Falls gorge (historically, the eighth such bridge to span this spectacular chasm) also serves as an exciting outlook point from which many have captured the famous Falls rainbow. A visitor’s center at the corner of Spruce and McBride Avenues, in the heart of the Great Falls Historic District, provides a historical overview of the falls and the industrial and cultural history of Paterson.

For more information:  http://www.patersongreatfalls.org/

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Apple Picking October 14, 2010

Last Saturday we decided to enjoy the fabulous weather and go out for an Apple and Pumpkin Picking.

We drove to Sugar Loaf enjoyed their lovely annual Fall Festival http://www.sugarloafnewyork.com/fun/2010/03/38th-annual-sugar-loaf-fall-festival/ and continued to  Apple Wood Orchards to pick apples http://www.applewoodorchards.com/index.html

We all had a great time !

Now we need apple recipes … do you have any ? if so, please share….

 

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A boardwalk and a bridge in Vernon Township, NJ October 4, 2010

The mile-long boardwalk, with its 110- foot long wooden suspension bridge forms a section of the Appalachian Scenic Trail, between the Pochuck and Wawayanda Mountains is a beautiful hike .

It is a beautiful marshy bog of tall grasses, bushes, wild flowers and the state’s largest concentration of cattails, surrounded by a hardwood and evergreen forest. It is a habitat for a variety of native and endangered species.

For more information: http://www.nynjtc.org/press/2002/pochuck-facts.html

Here are some photos from our visit:

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Cape Cod September 30, 2010

A few weeks ago, while the summer was still around (looks like a looooooong time ago), we decided to spend the weekend with good friends and good food in some nice place. We choose to travel to Cape Cod, and what a great choice that was !

We rented this beautiful house on the beach and had a great time !

We took the kids to whale-watching in Provinctown, saw lots of whales, spent time on the beach, took a few hikes – had a great time.

Here are a few photos….

Do you have suggestions for places we can visit in this rainy weather ?  we will be happy to hear your recommendations.

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Race to the End of the Earth July 17, 2010

Summer is here and we looked  for a way to chill out and have a nice time with the kids …

We started our morning at the Central Park and after choosing one of the many kids playgrounds that are equipped with water features, we sat on the grass watching the kids splashing around while zipping our coffee and picnicking,  that was a great start for the day.

After drying up and changing to dry clothes we walked to the Natural History Museum and took a Race to the End of the Earth – a wonderful cool exhibit for the whole family to enjoy. The exhibit tells the story of a  competition between two famous explorers, Amundsen, a Norwegian, and Scott, an English – both attempting to beat and be the first in exploring the Antarctic.

For more information:

http://www.centralparknyc.org/visit/inside-central-park/water-play-in-the-park.html

http://www.amnh.org/exhibitions/race/

We managed to stay cool in that warm day and had a great time ! hope you did to !

A jewel in the village June 25, 2010

It was one of those sticky hot days when I took a walk in Greenwich Village and just by chance fell upon this secret garden, a jewel in the heart of the city, St. Luke’s Gardens.

I entered through the black metal gate and found myself in that beautiful, quiet, amazing, secret garden filled with lovely greenery and wonderful flowers and just a few benches that will allow you to sit back, relax and imagine that you just fell into this magnificent secret garden taken from one of the children’s stories.

That few minute break is highly recommended whenever you’re in the neighborhood and promises to reload your batteries and fill you with great energies for the rest of your day.

address - 487 Hudson St. between Christopher & Grove streets,  NY10014, west village.

Fornasetti vases by Bitossi Ceramiche “Variations on a Theme” June 6, 2010

Walking on a sunny fine day in Manhattan I accidently  bumped into that fabulous sight – the new Collection of Limited Edition Fornasetti vases by Bitossi Ceramiche “Variations on a Theme” in conversation with surrealist couture pieces by Liborio Capizzi.

The collection will be presented until 27th June, 2010.
10 am to 8 pm Chelsea Passage, 9th floor Madison and Sixty-First, Barneys New York.

For more information – http://www.fornasetti.com/en/newsevents/

Creations by Liborio Capizzi

Skin Fruit: Selections from the Dakis Joannou Collection June 2, 2010

The New Museum in Manhattan presents an interesting exhibition called   “Skin Fruit: Selections from the Dakis Joannou Collection”.

“The exhibition explores the age-old preoccupation with the human body as a vessel and vehicle for experience”  and is on view until June 6th, 2010.

For more information:

http://www.newmuseum.org/exhibitions/421/skin_fruit_selections_from_the_dakis_joannou_collection

Nyack Beach State Park May 16, 2010

Nyack Beach State Park is a beautiful place to spend a nice sunny day.

The breath-taking landscape of the Hudson river, Tappan Zee Bridge and the Palisades Sill with the option of hiking, fishing and picnicking together with great company (dearest family members, great friends and  pet (on leash)) makes it a great place to spend the day.

We had a fabulous time,  here is a link for a few more details and great photos – http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nyack_Beach_State_Park

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Local Aviation/Historic Museums and Sites May 9, 2010

We got this recommendation from our museum aficionado Martin Kaminer – thanks Martin!

“Every Saturday this spring my son and I have been going to a local

military/aviation/historical site or museum. There are lots nearby

and he’s crazy about them. I made a list here http://bit.ly/adVr37 .

Some of these we’ve already been to, some I’ve been to when I was a

kid, some we have yet to explore.  Some we’re returning to for the

third time this year.  If you have questions or comments about any of

these just ask through the comment button below.  If you want to see more in other parts of the country check http://www.aircraftmuseums.com/ and http://www.hnsa.org/index.htm ”