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Tucked into the Pocono Mountains in the Lehigh Gorge of Carbon County is the charming village of Jim Thorpe, often called “The Switzerland of America.” On a recent day trip, we learned why it has earned this nickname. Jim Thorpe has the allure of a European village with winding streets,
It’s Halloween – perfect time for a spooky tour through the Ximenez-Fatio House in the heart of St. Augustine, Florida. Throughout the year, visitors are given tours that focus on the families that lived in the three-story dwelling since 1777 when businessman Juan Ximenez built the home for his new family. It
Trick or Treaters in one New York neighborhood will be greeted by ghosts, witches, spiders, skeletons, even dragons! Decorating for the Halloween has become a tradition for some families, to the delight of passersby, whether those hoping for candy or just out enjoying a beautiful fall day. Here are some
Our Woman Around Town readers will like to know all about the fun, festive events that celebrate the autumn season that include Oktoberfest, Halloween, and more. Check out some of our ideas in and around the city and enjoy! Circle Line, the iconic sightseeing cruise, will once again have two of their
New York City’s Dîner en Blanc was held on September 14th in the Meatpacking District with 4,000 exuberant attendees. It was the first time the iconic event was staged on New York City streets. Jeffrey C. LeFrancois, the executive director of the Meatpacking District and BID’s director of Operations +
Based on the award winning BBC hit, The Office is a parody of modern American office life. The “mockumentary sitcom” ran for a total of nine full seasons on NBC until 2013, and is now available to stream on Peacock. The show’s stars included Steve Carrell, John Krasinski, Jenna Fisher, Rain
You might feel like you know New Hope and Lambertville. However, these river towns are full of surprises. Maybe you are already familiar with Lambertville’s antique shops, galleries, and historic buildings and New Hope’s bustling outside bars and riverside promenade. However, you may not know that the towns are jam-packed
Just about two hours from New York in Old Saybrook, Connecticut, is a former theatre that has now become The Kate, the more informal name of The Katharine Hepburn Museum. It’s within a short drive of her beloved Fenwick, where she lived for decades as did her parents before her. Raised by
Tucked into the Pocono Mountains in the Lehigh Gorge of Carbon County is the charming village of Jim Thorpe, often called “The Switzerland of America.” On a recent day trip, we learned why it has earned this nickname. Jim Thorpe has the allure of a European village with winding streets, rich history, quaint shops, beautiful architecture, galleries, and inviting eateries of all types. The drive time to Jim Thorpe is approximately two hours and 15
It’s Halloween – perfect time for a spooky tour through the Ximenez-Fatio House in the heart of St. Augustine, Florida. Throughout the year, visitors are given tours that focus on the families that lived in the three-story dwelling since 1777 when businessman Juan Ximenez built the home for his new family. It was constructed on Aviles Street, one of the oldest streets in the continental U.S. and is known for being the site of “numerous archeological findings,
Trick or Treaters in one New York neighborhood will be greeted by ghosts, witches, spiders, skeletons, even dragons! Decorating for the Halloween has become a tradition for some families, to the delight of passersby, whether those hoping for candy or just out enjoying a beautiful fall day. Here are some photos from our recent stroll. Photos by Woman Around Town
Our Woman Around Town readers will like to know all about the fun, festive events that celebrate the autumn season that include Oktoberfest, Halloween, and more. Check out some of our ideas in and around the city and enjoy! Circle Line, the iconic sightseeing cruise, will once again have two of their highly anticipated seasonal cruises. They have announced the return of the boo-loved boat ride, the “Howling Halloween Pup Cruise.” This one-day-only spooktacular invites guests and their four-legged
New York City’s Dîner en Blanc was held on September 14th in the Meatpacking District with 4,000 exuberant attendees. It was the first time the iconic event was staged on New York City streets. Jeffrey C. LeFrancois, the executive director of the Meatpacking District and BID’s director of Operations + Community Affairs for four years, was instrumental in the event’s success. LeFrancois, responsible for overseeing all the BID’s activities, works to ensure the Meatpacking District
Based on the award winning BBC hit, The Office is a parody of modern American office life. The “mockumentary sitcom” ran for a total of nine full seasons on NBC until 2013, and is now available to stream on Peacock. The show’s stars included Steve Carrell, John Krasinski, Jenna Fisher, Rain Wilson, Mindy Kaling, and B.J. Novak. For those hooked on the show, the self-guided tour of Scranton, Pennsylvania is a must. (Scranton is also the
You might feel like you know New Hope and Lambertville. However, these river towns are full of surprises. Maybe you are already familiar with Lambertville’s antique shops, galleries, and historic buildings and New Hope’s bustling outside bars and riverside promenade. However, you may not know that the towns are jam-packed with one of the decade’s hottest items: vintage vinyl. Whether you are a casual or an avid vinyl collector or do not even own a
Just about two hours from New York in Old Saybrook, Connecticut, is a former theatre that has now become The Kate, the more informal name of The Katharine Hepburn Museum. It’s within a short drive of her beloved Fenwick, where she lived for decades as did her parents before her. Raised by parents she said were a “remarkable pair of people, brilliant, and left of center and full of excitement,” she remained in that house, visiting often,
