It's not very often that I attend blog events being that I'm a full-time working mom and I work 2 hours away from the city. Most events are held during the day which means I can't always attend unless I leave my job early, take a personal day or (gasp!) call out sick! I don't have many personal days nor sick days so I like to save them for those days when someone in my family is really sick. But then there are events such as Getting Gorgeous that I wouldn't miss out on even if it meant … [Read more...]
New Exhibit at AMNH ~ Opening April 4, 2015 ~ #LifeattheLimits: Stories of Amazing Species
My daughters and I were invited to a media preview to check out AMNH's (The American Museum of Natural History in New York City) newest exhibit, Life at the Limits: Stories of Amazing Species. And amazing they are! Let me ask you a few questions. What if you could hold your breath for up to two hours? Or even gulp down a snack 10 times your own weight? Or how about living in crushing depths where there is no sunlight to support any kid of life? Do you think you would survive? Yeah … [Read more...]
Free Screening of Frozen at The South Street Seaport – 8/27
No matter how many times you've seen FROZEN (I've seen it about 12 times so far!), it's always special when you get to see it outdoors. There's something about being outside enjoying the cool, night breeze with a warm & fuzzy blanket and watching a good movie under the stars. And now we've got another chance to see it all over again! YAY!! :) The South Street Seaport is continuing its summer of free family fun with a special screening of Frozen on Wednesday, August 27 at 8:00pm as a … [Read more...]
Come See Boo at The Zoo….and Enter a Giveaway too! – #BronxZoo #Sp
Disclosure: As a Bronx Zoo Blog Ambassador, I received a family membership in exchange for my participation. All opinions expressed here are always my own. Halloween is a week away, and The Bronx Zoo is hosting Boo at the Zoo, one of New York’s favorite Halloween celebrations! My family LOVES Boo at The Zoo -- It’s a whole lotta’ fun for everyone in the family. Come visit THE Halloween destination for Metro New York families and cities nearby. Boo at the Zoo at the Bronx Zoo is a … [Read more...]
The Affordable Art Fair Kickoff Event at The W Recap @AAFNYC
For me art is a form of translating and expressing feelings, thoughts, memories and passions that are aren't so easy to translate into words. As a little girl I always wanted to hang my creations up on the refrigerator or in my bedroom. You can say that I was somewhat of an aspiring artist. I even took up drawing portraits in black and gray pencils. My famous piece was one of Marilyn Monroe. That love I have for art as a little girl has lived inside of me ever since. Fast … [Read more...]
Fête Paradiso: A Vintage French Carnival on Governor’s Island
Disclosure: I received ride tickets for this post. Where in the world can you find a 1920's vintage, French carnival with original carousels? France? Italy? Spain? Nope! If I told you it was right in my hometown, would you believe me? Well it's here in my hometown, New York City........Governor's Island to be exact. And it won't be there for long. From now til' September 29th (only weekends), you'll be able to visit an island that was closed off to the public for years and … [Read more...]
{Giveaway} Enter To Win (2) Tickets to See @Juanes at Radio City Music Hall! #AlEstiloBrisk
Disclaimer: Brisk Iced Tea is providing the prizes for this program at no cost to me. This program is not administered or sponsored by Brisk Iced Tea or its affiliates, but solely by New York Chica. I'm so excited about this giveaway! Next Saturday, June 22nd, I will be dancing and singing along to the one and only Juanes live in concert! Juanes, the Colombian rocker and Grammy award winner, is taking his Grammy-winning on tour and it's going to be awesome! This year, Brisk Iced Tea … [Read more...]
The Bible Experience Opening Night Gala
THE BIBLE will be available on Blu-ray, DVD and Digital HD April 2! If you love Bible stories then you’ve probably heard about the new television series. The Bible series is a highly intriguing, exquisitely developed and beautifully detailed television show that brings those Bible stories to life. A couple of nights ago, The Bible series' executive producers, Mark Burnett and Roma Downey, were joined by some of their celebrity friends, including Kristin Chenoweth, Montel Williams and … [Read more...]
Back To School with New Balance Footwear
Not too long ago, I was invited to a preview event to check out the latest footwear from New Balance. It was held in one of their showrooms in New York City and on a day I could not make it. So the wonderful PR company who represents New Balance, sent two pairs of the Minumus 20 Trail New Balance shoes for my girls to review. We are no strangers to the New Balance brand. I’ve bought New Balance footwear many times before. I love the brand because they are always stylish (just look how … [Read more...]