Back in the day, practically every main street in America had its own little piece of Hollywood. Before television, the internet, and smart phones, glamorous single screen movie theatres were a dime a dozen. Now few and far between, these vestiges of the past are something of a novelty. You can’t help feel a bit [...]
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The BeltLine Project—Atlanta’s Next Olympic Moment
When you first hear its name, the BeltLine already sounds confusing. Are we talking about watching our weight? Is this a new fashion device? It has a funny name and it’s a bit of a mystery for non-Atlantans, as well as born and raised natives. The BeltLine is a comprehensive development project (spanning 25 years [...]
A Secret Garden in Northeast DC
While the uber-trendy H Street Corridor draws residents of Northwest DC into Northeast, the rest of that quadrant is generally treated as a pass-through. Most DC residents wouldn’t guess that there’s a national park within Northeast DC, let alone one as gorgeous as the Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens. Past warehouses, parking lots, and Soviet-style buildings with [...]
Dodging Tour Buses and Hanging Out at Whole Foods in Fairfax
Laura, Brian, and Dean have lived in the Fairfax District (which they also consider the Miracle Mile) for three years. I conducted an interview with them over delicious soup and chicken pot pie at Simple Things Sandwich and Pie Shop on 3rd Street. How long have you lived here? All: About 3 years Can [...]
Dangerous Driving and Scenic Sights on LA’s Arroyo Seco Parkway
The Arroyo Seco Parkway, the Pasadena Freeway, State Route 110—call it what you want, but it’ll still be the most treacherous road you’ve ever driven. Although this freeway has a notoriously high accident rate, it’s also jam-packed with historic goodies and natural scenery, making it one of LA’s most legendary landmarks. Built in 1940 to [...]
What’s up with East Williamsburg? A local tells us perks and downfalls
A recent transplant (she used to be in Williamsburg proper) and owner of a handbag company, Shira gives us the skinny on East Williamsburg. How long have you lived here? I’ve lived in East Williamsburg since last October, so a little bit less than a year, but I’ve lived in the Williamsburg area for about [...]
Family-Friendly South Slope Has A Small Town Feel
A South Slope local, Saredt tells about the cozy benefits of this nabe. Can you describe this neighborhood for folks that have never been here before? From all the neighborhoods in Brooklyn, I would say it’s the most family-oriented. South Slope is sort of like Greenwood Heights, with there being are a few more young [...]
Franklin Avenue: Crown Heights’ Diamond in the Formerly Rough
Can you describe this neighborhood for folks that have never been here before? Multi-cultural, artful, talented. These are the words that come to mind. Creative, energetic, hip, cool, new. How would you describe the types of people that live here? There’s a whole movement of people from everywhere. You meet people from Ohio, Nebraska, California, [...]
Eagle Rock: a cozy place to get your art on
Meagan is the Public Relations Coordinator at the Center for the Arts at Eagle Rock, as well as a long-time Eagle Rock resident. In this interview, Meagan reveals some of her favorite spots and what makes Eagle Rock such an appealing place to live. How long have you lived here? I lived in Eagle Rock [...]
Prospect Heights: Growth, Diversity and Development
A bartender at Branded Saloon and Prospect Heights resident for 8 years, Brendan tells us how this Brooklyn nabe is changing and why it’s still his ideal place to live. Can you describe this neighborhood for folks that have never been here before? I would say it’s not completely gentrified, but I’ve seen a [...]
