The 2016 St. Patrick’s Day Parade in NYC
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The 2016 St. Patrick’s Day Parade in NYC

Photos from today’s St. Patrick’s Day parade in Manhattan.  Lots of crowds, especially around 47th Street.  I was caught in a group of, quite frankly, drunk idiots who created quite a dangerous situation pushing and shoving in an attempt to move against the crowd.  Color me paraded out for the day.  Enjoy the photos.

Atlas Obscura Burlesque History Lecture
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Atlas Obscura Burlesque History Lecture

On Sunday, I attended the Atlas Obscura burlesque history lecture and cabaret performance at Acme Studios in Brooklyn.  Performing that night were Albert Cadabra, Dirty Martini, Gin Minsky, Corvette Le Face, Ms. Tickle and Melody Jane.  Here is a link to a full description of the evening.  Kudos to the barteners; the cocktails were mighty tasty. …

Queens County St. Patrick’s Day Parade
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Queens County St. Patrick’s Day Parade

I haven’t been to the Far Rockaways in forever.  In case you haven’t ever visited, it is located in the farthest edge of Queens.  It’s a lovely seaside village of sorts, that has definitely seen better days.  The town hosts the annual Queens County St. Patrick’s Day Parade.  This year’s event, held this past Saturday,…

Tampa’s Thai Temple: The Wat Mongkolratanaram
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Tampa’s Thai Temple: The Wat Mongkolratanaram

With the coldest air of the season beating down on New York City, I thought sharing photos from one of Tampa’s most serene spaces was in order.  Welcome to the Wat Mongkolratanaram of Florida, a Buddhist temple located alongside the Palm River near Brandon.  The ‘wat,’ or monastery temple, was established in its present location…