In Jacksonville, President Obama laid out his vision for an economy that grows from the middle out, not the top down. Read more.
President Obama traveled to the University of Central Missouri to highlight the importance of preparing our students and workers for the global economy of the 21st century. Read more.
President Obama returned to Knox College to kick off a series of speeches about his vision for rebuilding an economy that puts the middle class—and those fighting to join it—front and center. Read more.
If you’re in the neighborhood I would love to see you in my audience! Request tickets at www.EllenTV.com and come dance with us. Read more.
Freshly baked Jamaican patties and other quick-service way better than the New York average. Good for eating on the run.
Completed in 1897 it was dedicated as the city's original Chicago Public Library. This monument was inspired by the neo-classical style of the World's Columbian Exposition held in Chicago in 1893.
The Chicago Cultural Center was the backdrop for several scenes from The Untouchables, including Frank Nitti’s (Billy Drago) dramatic demise at the hand of federal agent Eliot Ness (Kevin Kostner).
This landmark building houses free public events, such as lectures, films, music and dance events. They have the world’s largest stained glass Tiffany dome. Read more.
This gorgeous city landmark building is home to photography and sculpture exhibitions, and hosts film festivals.
Check out the newly renovated Stapleton Library! http://ow.ly/nqbgL
Freshkills Park will be 2,200 acres which will be almost 3 times the size of Central Park and the largest park developed in NYC in over 100 years. The site used to be the world's largest landfill.
The Municipal Archives were founded in 1950. Dating from the early 17th century to the present, the holdings total approximately 160,000 cubic feet, from more than 100 city agencies.
Runners of the NYC Marathon call the Willis Avenue Bridge "the wall" because it marks the 20 mile mark on the route.
The Central Park Skate Patrol gives group lessons in skating backward, "swizzles," and more, for $25/lesson. Once you've honed your moves, roller-boogie with others on weekends from 2:45-6:45 p.m.!
There are 22,000 square feet of walls at this climbing gym! From beginner-friendly routes to advanced overhangs, you can tackle the walls on your own or with classes. Read more.
The center hosts a variety of performances including dance, classical music, opera and jazz, as well as fine arts exhibitions!
We had a really fun time pretending to be at a waterfront resort. Food was good (not great) but the atmostphere can't be beat on a sunny afternoon.
Great views of the river and Jersey. Perfect place for a warm, sunny, Saturday or Sunday afternoon. Food's not as great, but drinks are drinks!
Stop for a drink with a scenic view of the Hudson River on the promenade level, or grab a burger downstairs after playing beach volleyball.
PHOTO: Reenact this shot of the sailor and his girl sharing a victory kiss on VJ day, 1945, at the link, and send your new view to @nydailynews on Twitter! Read more.
President Obama visited the Amazon Fulfillment Center and talked about the first and most important cornerstone of middle-class security: a good job in a durable, growing industry. Read more.
President Obama participated in an arrival ceremony and bilateral meeting with President Macky Sall of Senega. Read more.
(Q) train to stop here after 2016 (2nd Avenue Subway).When you are in the station, the Orange wall to the side is fake and will / is being broken down to show the 2nd Avenue Subway Platform.
PHOTO: City officials show off a new noiseless subway car in 1933, at the link! (What ever happened to those plush padded seats?) Read more.
By far the best breakfast place in a 500 mile radius - get the Opa omelete and you'll be in heaven!
PLEASE... if your kid is screaming GO OUTSIDE. Don't wait for security to escort you out.
Shakes are much more filling than a straight cup of ice cream. The banana supreme shake, for instance, has a whole banana, a cup of ice cream AND skim milk.
Discarded umbrellas are assembled into a 24ft diameter spherical dome which floats on the water as a revelation of the city’s accumulated waterborne debris. See Harvest Dome 2.0 until Aug 31, 2013 Read more.
The margarita pizza, to die for. Also be sure to get the Mac and Cheese. Holy crap it's WAY tasty!!! Broccoli rabe, perfection.
Opened in 2002, the Audubon Center is housed in the landmarked 1905 Boathouse, an architectural masterpiece based on the design of a 16th-century Venetian Library.
Duke Humphrey's Library was used in Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (2001) for the scene where Harry, using his invisibility cloak, searches Nicholas Flamel in the restricted books section.
Beware the pies. No freshness dates. No marked prices. Mine had mold all over the bottom.
Stop being in my way.
Riverside Park stretches for four miles along the Hudson River from W 72nd St to 158th St. Original design by same architect of Central Park, Frederick Law Olmsted (1875). Full history in blog. <LINK> Read more.
This place is absolutely awesome for everyone! Big enough.. Beautiful crowd and environment-I see myself coming back for more :-)
Great place. Very nice people working here. Horses were very calm and easy to ride. Will be back here again Soon
Be prepared to lick your plate clean. Try the onion tart and the sea bass. Amaze-balls! Don't forget to bring your own bottle of wine...or 6
I LOVE this place ! (If everything goes well.. I might meet Justin there ? Too !)
I'm here for happy hour speciality cocktail and Dim Sum, I will return for happy hour and the night life that happens after happy hour..
The Grove opened in 2002 and has been one of the most popular tourist destinations in Los Angeles ever since.
This is where we won our first-ever Stanley Cup on June 11, 2012 by shellacking the New Jersey Devils 6-1. A good time was had by all.
The Pabst mansion is a hidden gem, definitely a must visit if you are visiting Milwaukee or you live here! The gift shop has lots of cool handmade pabst merchandise as well!
Maizie's is pet friendly... So don't forget to invite your beast to join you!!!
If your gonna come here make sure you have time and focus...you'll always come away with some great deal...like a brand new $134 linen blazer from Lord n Taylor for less than $6.99!!
The union gas station (union station) is a great place to get a meal, snack, or fill up your tank!
This location is home to Fort Necessity, built in 1754 under the command of George Washington during a prelude battle to the French and Indian War.
Time to eat well again like I said watch the expiration dates ok. They can get kinda tricky on you.
*Check out the Beastie Boy, Mike D designed Brooklyn wallpaper when you enter to your right.
During Pontiac’s Rebellion, British forces claimed victory over a combined Native American Force, enabling white settlement in western Pennsylvania.
There is hell, the 5 stories below hell, and then there is the steamy platform at this station!
In the morning, catch it at 90th instead of 86th if you want a seat.
The Battle of Bentonville, occurring between March 19-21 in 1865, was the largest battle ever fought in North Carolina.
Don't miss the Little Red Lighthouse Festival every fall, which offers free tours and other fun activities to celebrate the area.
The Pulaski Bridge, over Newtown Creek and the Long Island Expressway, is orientated north-south and connects Greenpoint in Brooklyn to Long Island City in Queens.
The NYC Landmarks Preservation Commission designated Grand Central as a historical landmark on August 2, 1967.
Want to get out of a bank quick? Keep your accounts elsewhere. 4 tellers only 2 seeing customers. 12 people in line.
Phoenix Art Museum is nice for Sunday afternoon or a private wedding ceremony.
Free admissions on Wednesday from 3-9 and please toss some cash for donations to help funds at least for the lights.
Skip this place and go into town where the doormen know the unspoken rules of the City. You do NOT demand bar minimums from celebrities and you do NOT demand $300 bar minimums from a couple women.
It's 4 p.m. and the post office is open. How come? Not complaining, but I thought it closed at 2 on Saturday.
I've actually taste burgers & sweet yam fries way better than this place.. On a scale of 1-10 Harlem shake gets a 5.. But if you like me & like to eat at over pricey restaurant then come in :)
This place ROCKS! Try the Chicken Mole Enchiladas, the Chicken Rellenos or the Shrimp Rellenos. Best chips n salsa too. Love that it's a real locals place no gringo Mex slop. :)
Parking validation for lunch is only good for 20mins. Expect to pay $6 to park for an hour!
Accidentally knocked over the decanter, spilled h2o on the pasta and broke the plate - granted it was my fault mgmt dint say that they would charge twice for the dish. PFFFBT!
Hide your kids and hide your wife. Otherwise, you'll be investing in sweet confections galore. This is a candylover's dream. Perfect for kids parties if you're willing to withstand the sugar overload.
If you love capturing photographs or video, treat yourself to downtown LA & arrive early just after sunrise & you'll capture a look of LA that's unlike any other city.
Best drinks EVAH! Great atmosphere, chill music, bartenders are mixologists. Go here & you will be satisfied.
The massage/pedicure chair I was in was broken. I look forward to that part of the pedicure. 😩
Georgia peaches the best and also like butter pecan but chocolate awesome.
Be careful to no over indulge. It's very easy to over eat and want to shoot yourself on your way out.
2 floors, the top has al the cardio machines and the basement has the weights, and most of the machines. It's a small gym, but has all the necessary machinery. It's also really affordable.
Stand at the front of the uptown train to get to 73rd Street, e.g., from Times Square. However, it will be very crowded there.
Open until 7:30 weekdays and have hours available 7 days. Dr. was nice and professional-will definitely use again for something minor and need immediate solution.
Great place to grab a sandwich, just $2.99 for the basics, a little extra for cheese or avocado. They are not the fastest sandwich makers, however, so be prepared to wait a little bit.
Throughout the month of April, you can make a donation to Autism Speaks at any register. You can donate any amount...why not round up your total to the next dollar?
You wanna get here a bit earlier than expected. Often delayed trains.
Worst burgers, overpriced and staff does not listen. I said no mayo, I got mayo. My bf said chair broiled twice and got dried and fried. The turkey burger was tiny and tasted like the box it came in.
