Category Archives: America

St. Stephen’s Church Labyrinth, Schenectady

Posted on October 12, 2016 by julieovaltrades

There is a beautiful stone labyrinth in a quiet church square. Driving down a sleepy residential road I barely expected my destination to appear, but there was St. Stephen’s Church [1229 Baker Ave, Schenectady, NY 12309]. The courtyard is quite … Continue reading →

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Mohawk River State Park, Niskayuna

Posted on October 11, 2016 by julieovaltrades

Always looking for a new place to explore, my radius has increased tenfold. It isn’t so often I discover a new space right in my backyard. Mohawk River State Park [The end of Whitmyer Rd, Niskayuna NY] is secreted away … Continue reading →

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Barhopping in Williamsburg, Brooklyn

Posted on October 10, 2016 by julieovaltrades

The Ides at Wythe Hotel, 80 Wythe Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11249 You’ll feel quite fancy heading up the elevator to the swank rooftop lounge, but don’t fret – this place is very relaxed. There is an indoor bar and a … Continue reading →

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Pulaski Bridge, from Brooklyn to Queens

Posted on October 9, 2016 by julieovaltrades

If you’re visiting a bridge in Brooklyn, Pulaski probably isn’t the first one that will pop into your head. However, if you’ve already been to the Brooklyn Bridge and you’re seeking a new structure, you might be surprised at what … Continue reading →

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Brooklyn Art Library

Posted on October 8, 2016 by julieovaltrades

One part art supplies store, one part gallery, one part library – all parts absolutely awesome. I had no idea how enthralled I would become with the Brooklyn Art Library [28 Frost St, Brooklyn, NY 11211] in Williamsburg when my … Continue reading →

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Ample Hills Creamery, Brooklyn

Posted on October 7, 2016 by julieovaltrades

When I’m drooling while watching the Food Network on TV I always get overly excited to see restaurants that are nearby featured. One episode showcased the top five ice creams in America and I could barely contain myself when I … Continue reading →

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Morbid Anatomy Museum, Brooklyn

Posted on October 6, 2016 by julieovaltrades

Do you find that you are intrigued by the obscure? Enjoy walking the line between strange and beautiful? Does the dark idea of death visit your dreams? If you answered yes to one or more of these questions, you should … Continue reading →

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Brunching in Brooklyn at Five Leaves

Posted on October 5, 2016 by julieovaltrades

If you want to brunch like a king, get your fancy bottom to Greenpoint. In warmer months you’ll probably think, is that bus stop? There is almost always a buzz of a crowd around the corner restaurant Five Leaves [18 … Continue reading →

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The Brooklyn Barge

Posted on October 4, 2016 by julieovaltrades

An old, nothing special, beat-up barge…but place it out on the water across from Manhattan and watch it transform into something pretty spectacular. The Brooklyn Barge [3 Milton St Brooklyn, NY 11222] is a hip new-ish spot in the Greenpoint … Continue reading →

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Hill St Café, Albany NY

Posted on October 3, 2016 by julieovaltrades

This is the place to get the pizza, beer, and watch the game. Whichever game it is you want because there are many TVs (15!!) with all of the games that could conceivably be on! Hill Street Café [180 Madison … Continue reading →

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