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Beauty on Madison Avenue, NYC
Pause a moment and notice the beauty, everywhere you are. In front of the Appellate Division of the NY State Supreme Court (1900), 27 Madison Ave, NoMad Photos property of debbieinthecity.com unless otherwise noted. May not be duplicated without written permission. Any links or mention of products or services are for information purposes only and…
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Experience the Battery Park City Esplanade
Walk with me along the Battery Park City Esplanade and see the gorgeous parks and amazing views of the Hudson River! Wagner Park The Esplanade starts on the west side of Battery Park. Our first stop after leaving Battery Park is Wagner Park. The park was built in 1996 on landfill from the World Trade…
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Summer in the West Village
A bee buzzes its way along 11th Avenue in the West Village. Summer is good. Photos property of debbieinthecity.com unless otherwise noted. May not be duplicated without written permission. Any links or mention of products or services are for information purposes only and not an endorsement.
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Who’s looking at You?
A NYC pigeon gets up close and personal with a figure on the back side of the Maine Monument, Central Park at Columbus Circle. Photos property of debbieinthecity.com unless otherwise noted. May not be duplicated without written permission. Any links or mention of products or services are for information purposes only and not an endorsement.
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Sunset from The Edge, NYC
If you’re ready for one of the best views of NYC and beyond, look no further than The Edge at Hudson Yards. Edge has the highest sky deck in the western hemisphere, with a 360 degree view. Recently I decided to revisit Edge at sunset. Come along with me and see the phenomenal views! Today…
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Summer in Bryant Park, NYC
Bryant Park in NYC is spectacular this time of year, lush with flowers and fun. Come walk with me and experience this oasis in the middle of Midtown!
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Saving the Elizabeth Street Garden from Destruction
I remember the first time I came upon the Elizabeth Street Garden, I stopped dead in my tracks. It was 2019, and the garden wasn’t open that day. I was able to snap one photo through the fence. I knew I’d be back! Elizabeth Street Garden History Since 1882 this land has offered the community…
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May Flowers at Battery Park
Each month in Battery Park has it’s own, unique beauty. But the month of May holds a special glory. It’s still full of springtime flowers, but you can see the promise of the lush blooms Summer will bring. Spring Allium Out of the 113 or so varieties of flowers and grasses in Battery Park, the…
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Astoria the Wild Turkey in NYC
Imagine my surprise – and pleasure – when I turned to see Astoria the wild turkey on the Battery Bikeway yesterday morning! I wasn’t able to get a good photo of her, but I was thrilled to get a glimpse of the turkey on the run. Astoria, named for the neighborhood in Queens she flew…
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See the abandoned 69th St. Transfer Bridge
Once upon a time the New York Central Railroad used to float railroad cars across the Hudson River on barges. That must have been a sight to see! The Transfer Bridge was built in 1911 and was used until 1968. The Transfer Bridge was almost torn down, but fortunately when Riverside Park was renovated in…
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See Macy’s Flower Show in NYC!
It wouldn’t be Spring in NYC without Macy’s Flower Show. I wouldn’t miss it for anything (almost)! This year’s theme is “Floral Dreams Unfold”, a dreamy escape from reality. The Window Displays The Flower Show began in Macy’s San Francisco store in 1946, to promote fragrances. Macy’s Herald Square got on board in 1975. Once…
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Big changes at NYC’s West Side Rail Yard
Recently I spent some time wandering by the West Side Rail Yard. I love it down there. The open space of of the trainyard on the Hudson River is a fabulous view. History The 26 acres of the West Side Yard began in 1846, built by the Hudson River Railroad. At the time, it was…
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