(Newsday) Lawyers: LIRR should brace for more injury lawsuits
http://www.newsday.com/news/local/longisland/
(Long Island Exchange) One Million Dollar Notice of Claim Against the LIRR and MTA
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Friday, October 27, 2006
Sunday, October 01, 2006
Long Island New York
Long Island, having an area of 3567 sq km and jutting out about 132 km from the NY Harbor, is the largest such land mass in the Continental United States. It is divided into the counties - Brooklyn, Queens, and Nassau and Suffolk – and has a combined population of over 7.5 million people, making it rank 17th in the list of the most populated islands in the world. But, given the large influx of people into Long Island, which has been continuing for many years, contours that divide NY City and its suburbs are obliterating faster than ever; these days, Brooklyn and Queens are considered parts of an expanding NY City, and only Nassau and Suffolk Counties have a conventional county government in place.
The flow of immigrants into Long Island started began at the dawn of the last century, when people came in large numbers to settle in Long Island boroughs, mainly owing to its proximity with NY and also for business purposes, and as the commerce grew, the place also gradually evolved into one of the richest dwellings in the NY suburbs. If to take into account its current demographics, Long Island has a long list of some of the richest Americans as its residents, a feat virtually unmatched by any other city in the whole US. For a new comer to NY or its suburbs, keep in mind, Long Island is one of the most expensive residential locations in the whole NY area.
For tourists, Long Island and its neighbor - NY City - have enough places to fill the vacation schedules of anybody for more than a week. Starting from its western end, Brooklyn, it is home to some of the hottest tourist destinations in NY, some of them being the Coney Islands Brooklyn Botanical Gardens, Brooklyn Museum of Art, Old Stone House, Brooklyn Bridge, and Prospect Park. P.S. 1 Contemporary Art Center, Socrates Sculpture Park, The International Express, Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge, New York Hall of Science, Queens Botanical Garden, and Queens County Farm Museum are the gems of Queens County.
Suffolk County is home to renowned museums such as Vanderbilt Museum, Walt Whitman Historic Site, and the Museum of Long Island Natural Sciences and also some of the most alluring seashores in the region. But a visit to Suffolk is never complete unless one spends some time feeling the diverse world presented by Long Island’s two forks – the laid back North Fork and the more uptown South Fork. North Fork’s farm stands, vineyards and the many charming villages, and South Fork’s upscale shopping destinations are not to be missed in any case.
Nassau County is relatively closer to NY City than Suffolk, but still it is a world away. Eisenhower Park, Belmont Racetrack, South Shore beach, Cradle of Aviation – the aviation museum - Garvies Point Museum, Old Bethpage Village Restoration, Nassau Coliseum, and Planting Fields Arboretum some of the tourist places worth paying a visit in the region.
Long Island has two major air connection points by JFK Airport and La Guardia Airport (both in Queens County) and the smaller MacArthur Airport (Islip Airport) in Suffolk.
The flow of immigrants into Long Island started began at the dawn of the last century, when people came in large numbers to settle in Long Island boroughs, mainly owing to its proximity with NY and also for business purposes, and as the commerce grew, the place also gradually evolved into one of the richest dwellings in the NY suburbs. If to take into account its current demographics, Long Island has a long list of some of the richest Americans as its residents, a feat virtually unmatched by any other city in the whole US. For a new comer to NY or its suburbs, keep in mind, Long Island is one of the most expensive residential locations in the whole NY area.
For tourists, Long Island and its neighbor - NY City - have enough places to fill the vacation schedules of anybody for more than a week. Starting from its western end, Brooklyn, it is home to some of the hottest tourist destinations in NY, some of them being the Coney Islands Brooklyn Botanical Gardens, Brooklyn Museum of Art, Old Stone House, Brooklyn Bridge, and Prospect Park. P.S. 1 Contemporary Art Center, Socrates Sculpture Park, The International Express, Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge, New York Hall of Science, Queens Botanical Garden, and Queens County Farm Museum are the gems of Queens County.
Suffolk County is home to renowned museums such as Vanderbilt Museum, Walt Whitman Historic Site, and the Museum of Long Island Natural Sciences and also some of the most alluring seashores in the region. But a visit to Suffolk is never complete unless one spends some time feeling the diverse world presented by Long Island’s two forks – the laid back North Fork and the more uptown South Fork. North Fork’s farm stands, vineyards and the many charming villages, and South Fork’s upscale shopping destinations are not to be missed in any case.
Nassau County is relatively closer to NY City than Suffolk, but still it is a world away. Eisenhower Park, Belmont Racetrack, South Shore beach, Cradle of Aviation – the aviation museum - Garvies Point Museum, Old Bethpage Village Restoration, Nassau Coliseum, and Planting Fields Arboretum some of the tourist places worth paying a visit in the region.
Long Island has two major air connection points by JFK Airport and La Guardia Airport (both in Queens County) and the smaller MacArthur Airport (Islip Airport) in Suffolk.
Saturday, August 12, 2006
GOOGLE'S ANSWER TO OODLE
Listings for real properties on sale are getting better by the day.
Last Aug. 3, ERA Real Estate announced that it has started providing its residential property listings throughout the country to Google Base. You’ve heard of Google but what’s Google Base? Google Base is a service that allows its users to submit all sorts of offline and online content that can be searched on Google. Even if the content isn't online yet, Google Base will search for you.
By providing this service, ERA Real Estate aims to help make listings of home sellers more accessible online. That’s because the firm can now provide specific attributes of a certain property that will appear during searches. In addition, your listing will appear in other services, such as Google Maps, thus allowing potential buyers to look at where the house you're selling is actually situated.
"A large majority of today's real estate consumers are starting their home search online, but they are getting to this information in a number of different ways," said ERA Real Estate president and CEO Brenda Casserly.
"By working with Internet search leader Google, we have created another important online marketing venue that, in addition to our brand web site, will generate exposure for our affiliates and their listings," she exaplained.
Those who prefer to shop for homes online can now see information on ERA Real Estate's listing on Google. This information is guaranteed to match a buyer's needs and preferences. Results of these searches can be linked to ERA Real Estate's website, so more information can be provided on a certain property. This will also allow contact with a sales associate or provide other real estate-related services.
"As a company founded on technology, ERA Real Estate is committed to utilizing the Internet to provide the best service possible to both our affiliates and the homebuyers and sellers they serve. Working with Google is just the latest example of our ongoing effort to maximize the power of the Internet to help our affiliate brokers and sales professionals best market their clients' properties," Casserly said.
Last Aug. 3, ERA Real Estate announced that it has started providing its residential property listings throughout the country to Google Base. You’ve heard of Google but what’s Google Base? Google Base is a service that allows its users to submit all sorts of offline and online content that can be searched on Google. Even if the content isn't online yet, Google Base will search for you.
By providing this service, ERA Real Estate aims to help make listings of home sellers more accessible online. That’s because the firm can now provide specific attributes of a certain property that will appear during searches. In addition, your listing will appear in other services, such as Google Maps, thus allowing potential buyers to look at where the house you're selling is actually situated.
"A large majority of today's real estate consumers are starting their home search online, but they are getting to this information in a number of different ways," said ERA Real Estate president and CEO Brenda Casserly.
"By working with Internet search leader Google, we have created another important online marketing venue that, in addition to our brand web site, will generate exposure for our affiliates and their listings," she exaplained.
Those who prefer to shop for homes online can now see information on ERA Real Estate's listing on Google. This information is guaranteed to match a buyer's needs and preferences. Results of these searches can be linked to ERA Real Estate's website, so more information can be provided on a certain property. This will also allow contact with a sales associate or provide other real estate-related services.
"As a company founded on technology, ERA Real Estate is committed to utilizing the Internet to provide the best service possible to both our affiliates and the homebuyers and sellers they serve. Working with Google is just the latest example of our ongoing effort to maximize the power of the Internet to help our affiliate brokers and sales professionals best market their clients' properties," Casserly said.
Tuesday, June 13, 2006
Save the Internet
Congress is pushing a law that would abandon the Internet's First Amendment -- a principle called Network Neutrality that prevents companies like AT&T, Verizon and Comcast from deciding which Web sites work best for you -- based on what site pays them the most. If the public doesn't speak up now, our elected officials will cave to a multi-million dollar lobbying campaign.
http://www.savetheinternet.com
http://www.savetheinternet.com
Sunday, May 21, 2006
The keHuna.com...Long Island's auction online marketplace
The keHuna.com...Long Island's auction online marketplace, Buy and sell used cars, clothing, art, collectibles, sporting goods, cameras...yard sale.
Thursday, May 18, 2006
Long Island Exchange was awarded a silver and bronze certificate of excellence in last week's 2006 BOLI awards on Long Island
May 17, 2006 -- Long Island Exchange was awarded a silver and bronze certificate of excellence in last week's 2006 BOLI awards on Long Island for its http://www.longislandexchange.com Web site. This was the company's first year entering the competition and took a silver certificate for "Internet, News, Media and Publications" also taking home a Bronze certificate in "Internet Independant."
"This is our first year competing in the competition and we look forward to many more to come. The turn out was fantastic and we are just starting to get our feet wet with Long Island Exchange. We really can't wait for next years event. It was a great pleasure to be here" said John Colascione, the company's owner and founder.
Each year the Long Island Advertising Club (http://www.liac.org ), located in Port Washington Long Island, holds the annual BOLI Awards, founding in 1973, which have become one of the most prestigious business competitions in the major metropolitan New York region. Best of Category statues as well as Gold, Silver and Bronze certificates of Excellence presently reside in 31 states and three foreign countries.
The winners of the 33rd annual BOLI awards were announced on May 9th at The Inn at East Wind in Wading River.
"There's been a tremendous amount of really exceptional work in the newer categories - all the Internet-related categories, Web sites, rich media, e-commerce," said Mark Preiser, senior vice president at Walter F. Cameron Advertising Inc. in Hauppauge and president of the ad club.
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Long Island Exchange Inc. is currently seeking Corporate Sponsorship. For more information on business partnerships, advertising, or media relations please contact:
Long Island Exchange Inc.
John Colascione
Chief Executive Officer
5 Ketridge Street
West Babylon, New York 11704
Phone: 631-587-7050
Corporate Sponsorships
Tom Forrest
Media & Public Relations
5 Ketridge Street
West Babylon, New York 11704
Phone: 805-493-4450
Tuesday, April 18, 2006
H2O Seafood Grill
The H2O Seafood Grill is a contemporary seafood restaurant located at 215 West Main Street, Smithtown, New York. The restaurant, designed with an upscale New England feel, is destined to become a favorite dining spot in Smithtown. H2O Seafood Grill offers an extensive menu of seafood varieties to please any palate.
H2O Seafood Grill boasts an extensive Mautiui Bar, eclectic Wine List and a Sushi bar. Diners can relax in the dining room or dine in the sushi bar.
H2O Seafood Grill offers a wide selection of seafood delicacies such as the tuna tower appetizer, clams and oysters on the half shell, lobster cocktail, shrimp cocktail, lump crabmeat, and many more. The restaurant’s entrees feature Asian style crispy whole fish served with sweet Thai chili sauce and French fries, Brazilian lobster tails served with mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables, pan-seared red snapper with grilled shrimp, mashed potatoes and saffron butter sauce. H2O has something for non-seafood lovers - the spit-fired rotisserie chicken with garlic mashed potatoes, grilled mushrooms and a Guinness-carmelized apple demi glace is a tongue tantalizing treat for non-seafood lovers.
H2O’s ambience is primarily a sublime nautical one, with black and white photographs of seaside and fishing scenes decorating the walls. The restaurant’s interiors are dominated by sepia tones. The vibrant atmosphere together with friendly and knowledgeable service sets the tone for the restaurant.
For banquets and private parties, H2O has two rooms – the Parlour and the Main Dining Room. Depending upon the size of the party, customers can select any room. The Parlour can accommodate up to 40 people and is a prefect one for small gatherings. The Main Dining Room can comfortably accommodate up to 100 people and is available for rental during the afternoon.
H2O offers various outdoor catering packages to suit almost any needs. Whether you are planning a personal celebration or a corporate event, H2O can customize a unique package which fits your budget and needs. H2O’s experienced event planners are ready to assist you on almost all aspects of your event.
H2O Seafood Grill is open for lunch from Monday through Friday. Dinner is served seven days a week. The restaurant is wheelchair accessible. All major credit cards are accepted.
H2O Seafood Grill boasts an extensive Mautiui Bar, eclectic Wine List and a Sushi bar. Diners can relax in the dining room or dine in the sushi bar.
H2O Seafood Grill offers a wide selection of seafood delicacies such as the tuna tower appetizer, clams and oysters on the half shell, lobster cocktail, shrimp cocktail, lump crabmeat, and many more. The restaurant’s entrees feature Asian style crispy whole fish served with sweet Thai chili sauce and French fries, Brazilian lobster tails served with mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables, pan-seared red snapper with grilled shrimp, mashed potatoes and saffron butter sauce. H2O has something for non-seafood lovers - the spit-fired rotisserie chicken with garlic mashed potatoes, grilled mushrooms and a Guinness-carmelized apple demi glace is a tongue tantalizing treat for non-seafood lovers.
H2O’s ambience is primarily a sublime nautical one, with black and white photographs of seaside and fishing scenes decorating the walls. The restaurant’s interiors are dominated by sepia tones. The vibrant atmosphere together with friendly and knowledgeable service sets the tone for the restaurant.
For banquets and private parties, H2O has two rooms – the Parlour and the Main Dining Room. Depending upon the size of the party, customers can select any room. The Parlour can accommodate up to 40 people and is a prefect one for small gatherings. The Main Dining Room can comfortably accommodate up to 100 people and is available for rental during the afternoon.
H2O offers various outdoor catering packages to suit almost any needs. Whether you are planning a personal celebration or a corporate event, H2O can customize a unique package which fits your budget and needs. H2O’s experienced event planners are ready to assist you on almost all aspects of your event.
H2O Seafood Grill is open for lunch from Monday through Friday. Dinner is served seven days a week. The restaurant is wheelchair accessible. All major credit cards are accepted.
Tuesday, April 11, 2006
Old Stone House in Brooklyn
Old Stone House is a replica of a 17th century Dutch stone farmhouse that has close ties with the tumultuous medieval periods of American history. It was here the Marylanders halted the British advance and let the American army escape to the safety of Brooklyn heights, meanwhile sacrificing two-thirds of their men. The house now functions as a historic interpretive center dedicated to its vital role in the American Revolution and in the evolving histories of Brooklyn, and more broadly, New York and the United States. The museum is situated in JJ Bayne Park, in the Park Slope/Gowanus neighborhood of Brooklyn.
The Old Stone House was originally built beside the Gowanus Creek in 1699 by Nicholas Vechte. During the Battle of Brooklyn, owing to the strategic position of the house, it was taken over by the British and converted it into an artillery base to fire at the Americans fleeing to the safety of American forts across the Gowanus Creek. But in a rare act of bravery, General Stirling, alongside 400 odd Maryland Continental soldiers, took on the British fortress, in the process overrunning it twice, before eventually being outnumbered by the more organized British army. This valiant defense by the Marylanders (which left more than 90% of the Marylanders dead or captured.) gave the American army ample time to escape across the creek to the Brooklyn Heights, and finally Stirling surrendered. Perhaps it was this battle scene that Washington witnessed from the fortifications on the Brooklyn Heights that prompted him to make his famous comment: "Good God, what brave men must I lose this day!"
In 1797, the house was sold to the Cortelyou family. Next time, it came into public attention near a century later, as the first clubhouse of the Brooklyn team, which would later become the Brooklyn Dodgers. The house was demolished in 1890, only to be rebuilt with the same stones, with which it was made for the first time, 40 years later. It would be restored two more times, in 1970s and 90s, before eventually transforming it into a museum and historic center, aimed at educating the public on the rich history of Brooklyn and the valor of its soldiers during the war days.
The first floor of the Old Stone House has an educational center displaying changing exhibits while the top floor houses a community room. The exhibitions are backed by lectures, public programs, and other educational events. Old Stone House is available for tours, but prior appointment is required. The museum is open of Saturdays and Sundays from 11AM to 4 PM.
The Old Stone House was originally built beside the Gowanus Creek in 1699 by Nicholas Vechte. During the Battle of Brooklyn, owing to the strategic position of the house, it was taken over by the British and converted it into an artillery base to fire at the Americans fleeing to the safety of American forts across the Gowanus Creek. But in a rare act of bravery, General Stirling, alongside 400 odd Maryland Continental soldiers, took on the British fortress, in the process overrunning it twice, before eventually being outnumbered by the more organized British army. This valiant defense by the Marylanders (which left more than 90% of the Marylanders dead or captured.) gave the American army ample time to escape across the creek to the Brooklyn Heights, and finally Stirling surrendered. Perhaps it was this battle scene that Washington witnessed from the fortifications on the Brooklyn Heights that prompted him to make his famous comment: "Good God, what brave men must I lose this day!"
In 1797, the house was sold to the Cortelyou family. Next time, it came into public attention near a century later, as the first clubhouse of the Brooklyn team, which would later become the Brooklyn Dodgers. The house was demolished in 1890, only to be rebuilt with the same stones, with which it was made for the first time, 40 years later. It would be restored two more times, in 1970s and 90s, before eventually transforming it into a museum and historic center, aimed at educating the public on the rich history of Brooklyn and the valor of its soldiers during the war days.
The first floor of the Old Stone House has an educational center displaying changing exhibits while the top floor houses a community room. The exhibitions are backed by lectures, public programs, and other educational events. Old Stone House is available for tours, but prior appointment is required. The museum is open of Saturdays and Sundays from 11AM to 4 PM.
Monday, April 10, 2006
Socrates Sculpture Park
Socrates Sculpture Park – spread over 4.5 acres – is the only public space lying within the metropolitan area that is exclusively dedicated to exhibiting large scale outdoor sculptures, and other similar artistic creations. It is located on the Eastern River, at the intersection of Broadway and Vernon Boulevard.
The Socrates Sculpture Park was the brain child of American sculptor Mark di Suvero, who converted an illegal riverside dumping site leased from New York City's Department of Ports and Trade for $1 per year into a stunning exhibition site and open studio of contemporary outdoor sculptures. It took a year to clear the dumping site and the park was formally opened in 1986. Since then, the park has played an active part in revitalizing the social, economic, educational, and cultural life of the Queens community through activities and programs, which has eventually helped in bringing together various artists, their art, and likeminded public of the Long Island in general on the same platform. No wonder, today, the Socrates Sculpture Park is an internationally renowned outdoor museum and park offering artist’s residency programs and a wide spectrum of public services.
At the Socrates Sculpture Park, exhibits are frequently rotated (not permanent exhibits), and every year the sculptors from America, Europe and other parts of the world are joined by dancers, musicians, painters and film makers to create a unique world of multi-media modern art showcase, something unparalleled anywhere else in the globe. Other initiatives include workshops and other training programs for budding sculptors and school children, fellowship programs and other community development activities.
The Socrates Sculpture Park has been incorporated as part of the NYC Dept. of Parks & Recreation in 1993 and has been accorded with the status of one of the ‘Great American Public Places’ in the country in 1995.
Admission to Socrates Sculpture Park is free and the park is open on all days of the year from 10 AM to sunset.
The Socrates Sculpture Park was the brain child of American sculptor Mark di Suvero, who converted an illegal riverside dumping site leased from New York City's Department of Ports and Trade for $1 per year into a stunning exhibition site and open studio of contemporary outdoor sculptures. It took a year to clear the dumping site and the park was formally opened in 1986. Since then, the park has played an active part in revitalizing the social, economic, educational, and cultural life of the Queens community through activities and programs, which has eventually helped in bringing together various artists, their art, and likeminded public of the Long Island in general on the same platform. No wonder, today, the Socrates Sculpture Park is an internationally renowned outdoor museum and park offering artist’s residency programs and a wide spectrum of public services.
At the Socrates Sculpture Park, exhibits are frequently rotated (not permanent exhibits), and every year the sculptors from America, Europe and other parts of the world are joined by dancers, musicians, painters and film makers to create a unique world of multi-media modern art showcase, something unparalleled anywhere else in the globe. Other initiatives include workshops and other training programs for budding sculptors and school children, fellowship programs and other community development activities.
The Socrates Sculpture Park has been incorporated as part of the NYC Dept. of Parks & Recreation in 1993 and has been accorded with the status of one of the ‘Great American Public Places’ in the country in 1995.
Admission to Socrates Sculpture Park is free and the park is open on all days of the year from 10 AM to sunset.
Saturday, April 08, 2006
Long Island Museum of American Art
Long Island Museum of American Art, History and Carriages
The Long Island Museum of American Art, History and Carriages is situated on 1200 Route 25A, in the historic village of Stony Brook, New York. The building is considered as Long Island's largest privately supported museum of its kind. The museum occupies over nine acres of park-like area in the historic village. The museum features beautiful landscaped gardens frame, 18th- and 19th-century edifices, and an onsite gift and book shop. Long Island Museum is accredited by the American Association of Museums (AAM) for its excellence in exhibitions and educational programs.
The Long Island Museum is comprised of three separate museums - The Margaret Melville Blackwell History Museum, The Dorothy and Ward Melville Carriage House, and The Art Museum.
The Margaret Melville Blackwell History Museum features changing exhibitions on American historical and other social themes. The museum has a gallery of 15 miniature rooms adorned in authentic period detail. The museum features one of the top three hand-carved antique duck decoy collections in the United States.
The Dorothy and Ward Melville Carriage House features 10 galleries displaying authentic carriages. The museum’s collections consist of more than 250 horse-drawn vehicles widely accepted as the finest in the United States. Regular display includes over 100 carriages together with other rare artifacts from the carriage era.
The Art Museum features two galleries showcasing changing exhibitions of American art, including the works of important American artists such as William Sidney Mount (America's premier genre artist), Louis Comfort Tiffany, William Moore Davis, Winslow Homer, and others.
The Museums Historic Buildings and Grounds are considered as the spot for educational programs and other year round activities.
The Long Island Museum of American Art, History and Carriages is situated on 1200 Route 25A, in the historic village of Stony Brook, New York. The building is considered as Long Island's largest privately supported museum of its kind. The museum occupies over nine acres of park-like area in the historic village. The museum features beautiful landscaped gardens frame, 18th- and 19th-century edifices, and an onsite gift and book shop. Long Island Museum is accredited by the American Association of Museums (AAM) for its excellence in exhibitions and educational programs.
The Long Island Museum is comprised of three separate museums - The Margaret Melville Blackwell History Museum, The Dorothy and Ward Melville Carriage House, and The Art Museum.
The Margaret Melville Blackwell History Museum features changing exhibitions on American historical and other social themes. The museum has a gallery of 15 miniature rooms adorned in authentic period detail. The museum features one of the top three hand-carved antique duck decoy collections in the United States.
The Dorothy and Ward Melville Carriage House features 10 galleries displaying authentic carriages. The museum’s collections consist of more than 250 horse-drawn vehicles widely accepted as the finest in the United States. Regular display includes over 100 carriages together with other rare artifacts from the carriage era.
The Art Museum features two galleries showcasing changing exhibitions of American art, including the works of important American artists such as William Sidney Mount (America's premier genre artist), Louis Comfort Tiffany, William Moore Davis, Winslow Homer, and others.
The Museums Historic Buildings and Grounds are considered as the spot for educational programs and other year round activities.
Friday, April 07, 2006
Brooklyn Botanical Garden (BBG)
Brooklyn is the most populated amongst the five boroughs that constitute New York City. But amid the concrete jungle of sky scrapers and bridges lies this 52-acre world of vegetation – trees, shrubs and flowers – which for any visitor appears to be a different world, much distanced from the urban hustle and bustle. If to go by the New York cultural department, the Brooklyn Botanical Garden is the fourth largest cultural attraction in the city.
Founded in 1910, the Brooklyn Botanical Garden, in its true sense is not a single garden, but it is a collection of gardens and many rare species that is not found anywhere else in this world. Some of the gardens within the garden include the Children’s Garden, tended exclusively by kids in the age group 3-18, the Cranford Rose Garden, displaying over 5,000 bushes from 1,200 odd species, and the Herb Garden boasting more than 300 varieties. It appears that people have taken a leaf out of BBG’s book, as there is an apparent increase in the number of people turning to this type of gardening, especially within in the household domain.
The major attraction in the Brooklyn Botanical Garden is the Japanese Garden, complete with a Chinese heart shaped pond, view pavilion, waiting house, bridges, miniaturized landscape and a blazing torn red gate. In fact, the list of gardens and other attractions in BBG are never ending; there is the Fragrance Garden, designed especially for the blind, the Shakespeare Garden, Celebrity Path – Brooklyn’s answer to Hollywood’s Walk of Fame - Steinhardt Conservatory, which is home to the stunning C. V. Starr Bonsai Museum, and many more. For a plant kingdom lover, this is the maximum one can imagine within an urban setting. And nobody has ever gone back disappointed from the Brooklyn Botanical Garden till date.
The Gardener’s Resource Center at BBG caters to the gardeners in the making, while the Visitor Center provides valuable information on the garden history, programs, and upcoming events. Also, there is a refreshment center, Terrace Café, and a Garden Gift Shop, which sells everything from plants, seeds, and soil to containers, garden tools, gardening books, and stationary.
The entry fee to BBG is $3 for adults and half of that for students and seniors. Children in the age group 6-16 need to shell out only 50 cents for a full tour of the garden, while BBG members and kids aged below 5 are facilitated a free entry. Guided tours are offered in weekend afternoons .This does not need any advanced reservation.
Founded in 1910, the Brooklyn Botanical Garden, in its true sense is not a single garden, but it is a collection of gardens and many rare species that is not found anywhere else in this world. Some of the gardens within the garden include the Children’s Garden, tended exclusively by kids in the age group 3-18, the Cranford Rose Garden, displaying over 5,000 bushes from 1,200 odd species, and the Herb Garden boasting more than 300 varieties. It appears that people have taken a leaf out of BBG’s book, as there is an apparent increase in the number of people turning to this type of gardening, especially within in the household domain.
The major attraction in the Brooklyn Botanical Garden is the Japanese Garden, complete with a Chinese heart shaped pond, view pavilion, waiting house, bridges, miniaturized landscape and a blazing torn red gate. In fact, the list of gardens and other attractions in BBG are never ending; there is the Fragrance Garden, designed especially for the blind, the Shakespeare Garden, Celebrity Path – Brooklyn’s answer to Hollywood’s Walk of Fame - Steinhardt Conservatory, which is home to the stunning C. V. Starr Bonsai Museum, and many more. For a plant kingdom lover, this is the maximum one can imagine within an urban setting. And nobody has ever gone back disappointed from the Brooklyn Botanical Garden till date.
The Gardener’s Resource Center at BBG caters to the gardeners in the making, while the Visitor Center provides valuable information on the garden history, programs, and upcoming events. Also, there is a refreshment center, Terrace Café, and a Garden Gift Shop, which sells everything from plants, seeds, and soil to containers, garden tools, gardening books, and stationary.
The entry fee to BBG is $3 for adults and half of that for students and seniors. Children in the age group 6-16 need to shell out only 50 cents for a full tour of the garden, while BBG members and kids aged below 5 are facilitated a free entry. Guided tours are offered in weekend afternoons .This does not need any advanced reservation.
Tuesday, April 04, 2006
Events to Attend at Old Westbury Gardens
Old Westbury Gardens, located in Old Westbury, New York, is the former home to the esteemed Phipps family of Long Island. This historic home provides many tour options for its visitors but that is not all it provides to those who come to this majestic setting. There are a number of festive and educational events which take place on the grounds of Old Westbury Gardens that cater to individuals of all ages.
2006 Gardeners’ Fair Halcyon Days Garden Party
The Gardeners’ Fair Halcyon Days Garden Party is a spectacular event being held on Saturday, May 20, 2006. The Halcyon Days Garden Party is a dinner dance and auction event where the proceeds will benefit Old Westbury Gardens. For $300 per person, an individual will not only be making a worthy donation but will be able to indulge in cocktails, a garden stroll, auctions, dinner and dance the night away with one’s significant other. The attire for the evening should be in tune with Rhododendron hot pink and one is sure to have a festive time at this spectacular event.
Spring Plant Sale Weekend
On the weekend of May 4th through May 7th, 2006 between the hours of 10:00 am to 4:30 pm, individuals visiting Old Westbury Gardens will be treated with the beautiful sight of plants and flowers as they adorn the walkways and shelves just waiting for someone to find them a good home. From rhododendrons to azaleas and everything in between, one is sure to find the perfect flowers or plants to purchase. Not only will shoppers be able to purchase items to take home with them but they may also discover a wealth of information from the master gardeners who will be present as well.
Family Bird Walk and Book Signing
For children of all ages, the Family Bird Walk and Book Signing may be a great Old Westbury Gardens event to attend. On May 21, 2006 at 1 p.m., individuals of all ages can join in the fun while they explore Old Westbury Gardens for birds and then later sit down with Barbara Garriel, the author of Backyard Birds. Individuals can engage in conversation with the author as well as have their book signed by her. This is a great event for the whole family to attend.
Old Westbury Gardens is a wonderful tourist spot which has a number of great events for individuals of all ages and interests.
2006 Gardeners’ Fair Halcyon Days Garden Party
The Gardeners’ Fair Halcyon Days Garden Party is a spectacular event being held on Saturday, May 20, 2006. The Halcyon Days Garden Party is a dinner dance and auction event where the proceeds will benefit Old Westbury Gardens. For $300 per person, an individual will not only be making a worthy donation but will be able to indulge in cocktails, a garden stroll, auctions, dinner and dance the night away with one’s significant other. The attire for the evening should be in tune with Rhododendron hot pink and one is sure to have a festive time at this spectacular event.
Spring Plant Sale Weekend
On the weekend of May 4th through May 7th, 2006 between the hours of 10:00 am to 4:30 pm, individuals visiting Old Westbury Gardens will be treated with the beautiful sight of plants and flowers as they adorn the walkways and shelves just waiting for someone to find them a good home. From rhododendrons to azaleas and everything in between, one is sure to find the perfect flowers or plants to purchase. Not only will shoppers be able to purchase items to take home with them but they may also discover a wealth of information from the master gardeners who will be present as well.
Family Bird Walk and Book Signing
For children of all ages, the Family Bird Walk and Book Signing may be a great Old Westbury Gardens event to attend. On May 21, 2006 at 1 p.m., individuals of all ages can join in the fun while they explore Old Westbury Gardens for birds and then later sit down with Barbara Garriel, the author of Backyard Birds. Individuals can engage in conversation with the author as well as have their book signed by her. This is a great event for the whole family to attend.
Old Westbury Gardens is a wonderful tourist spot which has a number of great events for individuals of all ages and interests.
Tuesday, March 28, 2006
Where to Have Fun on Long Island with Friends
Main Website: www.longislandexchange.com
by Laura Rupert
Long Island is an area that is filled with great restaurants, wonderful nightspots and numerous cultural establishments. One who lives in the Long Island area or is simply visiting the area will find a wide array of options when it comes to spending the day with friends. There are a number of events and activities one can experience with friends in the Long Island area.
Twilight Thursdays at Wolffer Estate Vineyards
One doesn’t have to wait until the weekends to have a night out with friends. Twilight Thursdays at Wolffer Estate Vineyards in Sagaponack provides the perfect after work escape for those who wish to have some fun with friends. Between 5:00 pm and 7:30 pm, individuals can gather at the Wolffer Estate Vineyards for some wine and an assortment of cheese and crackers. One who attends Twilight Thursdays will also be treated to live music and all without a cover charge. This is a great place to come and meet up with friends for a fun time after work.
Attend a Concert at One of the Area’s Many Arenas
Long Island is known for its share of entertainers coming to the area. Why not grab a friend and head to Jones Beach Theatre or Nassau Coliseum to see a favorite band when they come to town. From well-known bands to some of the newer acts, one has their pick when living in Long Island. There are quite a few entertainment complexes where one can spend a great night out with their friends.
Try a Popular Wine Bar or Martini Bar
For those who love good conversation and a fabulous cocktail, a few hours at a local wine bar or martini bar might be the perfect place for both. These types of places are great for spending time with friends as one can have social interaction without having to shout over loud music at a nightclub or sports bar. Wine bars and martini bars are ever-present establishments in the Long Island area and one is sure to have a number to choose from in their particular area.
Spending time with friends at one of the previously mentioned spots is sure to equate with an overall great evening.
by Laura RupertLong Island is an area that is filled with great restaurants, wonderful nightspots and numerous cultural establishments. One who lives in the Long Island area or is simply visiting the area will find a wide array of options when it comes to spending the day with friends. There are a number of events and activities one can experience with friends in the Long Island area.
Twilight Thursdays at Wolffer Estate Vineyards
One doesn’t have to wait until the weekends to have a night out with friends. Twilight Thursdays at Wolffer Estate Vineyards in Sagaponack provides the perfect after work escape for those who wish to have some fun with friends. Between 5:00 pm and 7:30 pm, individuals can gather at the Wolffer Estate Vineyards for some wine and an assortment of cheese and crackers. One who attends Twilight Thursdays will also be treated to live music and all without a cover charge. This is a great place to come and meet up with friends for a fun time after work.
Attend a Concert at One of the Area’s Many Arenas
Long Island is known for its share of entertainers coming to the area. Why not grab a friend and head to Jones Beach Theatre or Nassau Coliseum to see a favorite band when they come to town. From well-known bands to some of the newer acts, one has their pick when living in Long Island. There are quite a few entertainment complexes where one can spend a great night out with their friends.
Try a Popular Wine Bar or Martini Bar
For those who love good conversation and a fabulous cocktail, a few hours at a local wine bar or martini bar might be the perfect place for both. These types of places are great for spending time with friends as one can have social interaction without having to shout over loud music at a nightclub or sports bar. Wine bars and martini bars are ever-present establishments in the Long Island area and one is sure to have a number to choose from in their particular area.
Spending time with friends at one of the previously mentioned spots is sure to equate with an overall great evening.
Monday, March 20, 2006
Atlantis Marine World
Main Website: www.longislandexchange.com by Laura Rupert
Wonderful Things to See and Do at Atlantis Marine World
Atlantis Marine World is a wonderful place to visit for the whole family. From vivid displays to fun-filled activities and events, one is sure to have an entertaining and educational time when visiting Atlantis Marine World. The following paragraphs will highlight some of the favored offerings which Atlantis Marine World provides for its patrons.
Marine Life Exhibits
First and foremost, the marine life exhibits presented by Atlantis Marine World are ones which will delight the crowds. One can stroll around the aquarium and see a wide array of marine life including sharks, stingrays, crabs, sea lions and colorful tropical fish, just to name a few. With their large glass tanks and accommodating lighting, visitors feel like they are right there next to the marine life. The exhibits are some of the best in the area.
Educational Presentations
The purpose of Atlantis Marine World is not only to provide entertainment for the visitors but education as well. With its wide variety of educational presentations, one not only gets to see the animals but is able to learn about them as well. This is a wonderful way for parents to help their children learn more about marine life and issues surrounding the marine life.
Feeding Shows
Atlantis Marine World provides many wonderful exhibits and presentations but perhaps one of the favorite types of presentations provided to the masses relates to the feeding shows. At various times throughout the day, the staff at Atlantis Marine World will hold feeding shows where the capable handlers will feed the sharks and other types of marine life. What better way to learn more about a shark’s feeding habits than by having a front row seat to them?
General Information
Atlantis Marine World is located in the town of Riverhead on Long Island. Admission fees to the aquarium range from $15.50 to $17.50 for general admission, price depending upon the age category of the individual. There are other admission packages available which one can inquire about directly via Atlantis Marine World. A trip to Atlantis Marine World spells fun for the whole family.
by Laura RupertWonderful Things to See and Do at Atlantis Marine World
Atlantis Marine World is a wonderful place to visit for the whole family. From vivid displays to fun-filled activities and events, one is sure to have an entertaining and educational time when visiting Atlantis Marine World. The following paragraphs will highlight some of the favored offerings which Atlantis Marine World provides for its patrons.
Marine Life Exhibits
First and foremost, the marine life exhibits presented by Atlantis Marine World are ones which will delight the crowds. One can stroll around the aquarium and see a wide array of marine life including sharks, stingrays, crabs, sea lions and colorful tropical fish, just to name a few. With their large glass tanks and accommodating lighting, visitors feel like they are right there next to the marine life. The exhibits are some of the best in the area.
Educational Presentations
The purpose of Atlantis Marine World is not only to provide entertainment for the visitors but education as well. With its wide variety of educational presentations, one not only gets to see the animals but is able to learn about them as well. This is a wonderful way for parents to help their children learn more about marine life and issues surrounding the marine life.
Feeding Shows
Atlantis Marine World provides many wonderful exhibits and presentations but perhaps one of the favorite types of presentations provided to the masses relates to the feeding shows. At various times throughout the day, the staff at Atlantis Marine World will hold feeding shows where the capable handlers will feed the sharks and other types of marine life. What better way to learn more about a shark’s feeding habits than by having a front row seat to them?
General Information
Atlantis Marine World is located in the town of Riverhead on Long Island. Admission fees to the aquarium range from $15.50 to $17.50 for general admission, price depending upon the age category of the individual. There are other admission packages available which one can inquire about directly via Atlantis Marine World. A trip to Atlantis Marine World spells fun for the whole family.
Wednesday, March 15, 2006
The Long Island Beer Festival
Main Website: www.longislandexchange.com by Laura Rupert
The Long Island Beer Festival: An Experience in Itself
Beer lovers near and far will appreciate the fact that the Long Island Beer Festival is right around the corner. The 2006 Long Island Beer Festival will be held on Friday, May 12, 2006 from 6 pm to 10 pm and will take place at the Huntington Hilton. This is a wonderful event for beer lovers of all types to attend. Some of the events that will be taking place during the festival are outlined below.
Vast Array of Beers
Since the festival deals with beers, it is easy to see why there will be a large variety of beers at the Long Island Beer Festival. With over 70 different breweries presenting their fine beverages and hundreds of different beers available, this is a festival which provides a lot of options for its attendees. From stouts to porters and pale ales to lagers, one will surely find a beer which they love amongst the masses.
Delicious Assortment of Food
Along with the beers, there will be a number of different restaurants present in order to ensure that each individual finds something that they can eat along with their pint of beer. At the Long Island Beer Festival, one can not only taste fantastic beers but indulge in delicious cuisine as well.
Live Music
For those individuals who would love a little live music alongside of their brew, the Long Island Beer Festival aims to please by providing various live music acts for the attendees to enjoy. By providing live music for the guests, the staff of the Long Island Beer Festival is helping to ensure a wonderful time for all.
General Information
Tickets for the Long Island Beer Festival are available for $45. The price includes a souvenir tasting glass, unlimited yet responsible beer consumption, unlimited food and free shuttle rides to and from the LIRR. For those who wish to stay nearby, one can reserve a room at the Hilton for a reasonable price. Proceeds from the festival will benefit the North Shore Animal League America. A fun night and a worthy cause…what else could one ask for?
by Laura RupertThe Long Island Beer Festival: An Experience in Itself
Beer lovers near and far will appreciate the fact that the Long Island Beer Festival is right around the corner. The 2006 Long Island Beer Festival will be held on Friday, May 12, 2006 from 6 pm to 10 pm and will take place at the Huntington Hilton. This is a wonderful event for beer lovers of all types to attend. Some of the events that will be taking place during the festival are outlined below.
Vast Array of Beers
Since the festival deals with beers, it is easy to see why there will be a large variety of beers at the Long Island Beer Festival. With over 70 different breweries presenting their fine beverages and hundreds of different beers available, this is a festival which provides a lot of options for its attendees. From stouts to porters and pale ales to lagers, one will surely find a beer which they love amongst the masses.
Delicious Assortment of Food
Along with the beers, there will be a number of different restaurants present in order to ensure that each individual finds something that they can eat along with their pint of beer. At the Long Island Beer Festival, one can not only taste fantastic beers but indulge in delicious cuisine as well.
Live Music
For those individuals who would love a little live music alongside of their brew, the Long Island Beer Festival aims to please by providing various live music acts for the attendees to enjoy. By providing live music for the guests, the staff of the Long Island Beer Festival is helping to ensure a wonderful time for all.
General Information
Tickets for the Long Island Beer Festival are available for $45. The price includes a souvenir tasting glass, unlimited yet responsible beer consumption, unlimited food and free shuttle rides to and from the LIRR. For those who wish to stay nearby, one can reserve a room at the Hilton for a reasonable price. Proceeds from the festival will benefit the North Shore Animal League America. A fun night and a worthy cause…what else could one ask for?
Sunday, January 15, 2006
Save The Sound
A controversy has been brewing over a proposed Shell/TransCanada Energy floating storage facility that would be anchored seventeen miles from the Long Island Sound ferry. The Broadwater Project has created quite a stir among environmental groups and concerned citizens. As part of Broadwater, Shell and TransCanada Energy propose a four hundred yard long liquefied natural gas storage facility that would drop anchor ten miles from East Haven.
Since the project was made public, organizations such as Save The Sound (www.savethesound.org) and Connecticut Fund For The Environment have voiced fierce opposition to Broadwater. On the Save The Sound website, the group states, “The Broadwater Project only seeks to add to existing supplies; it does nothing to replace current dirty emissions from Long Island power plants, or any of the more environmentally damaging facilities” according to www.savethesound.org.
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