Best Day Trip in New York City

I have a treat for you! There is nowhere in the city where you can get this view of Manhattan, enjoy a cold draft and wiggle your toes in the sand. Visit Governor's Island this weekend.

To get there, take the 4 subway line to Bowling Green and walk toward the Staten Island Ferry. The ferry to Governor's it to the left. The boats leave every half hour on the hour and it's free and open to the public.

This Saturday the Island is hosting a Beer Garden Party with over 300 micro breweries from around the country. There will be live music and it all starts at 3:00. Don't miss this sunset!

Peter G. Pereira Art Installation

This is the "Tress of Life" art installation by artist Peter G. Pereira. He wraps the trees to tell their story, the time they have been here, and reveals their soul with his lines. This was a special exhibit through the Figment organization. I highly recommend that you take a trip to the island. Just go to the Bowling Green subway and walk to the ferry. It's all free and open to the public a great NYC getaway!!!

Light's Out!

The walk lights are out on 86th and second avenue. This is an incredibly busy intersection and if they don't fix this it's just a matter of time before someone has an accident.

Congradulations Bret!!!

I'd like to congratulate Bret Michaels not only for his miraculous recovery but for winning Celebrity Apprentice! Bret made a great step forward for hard working artists everywhere. He proved that the creative types while engaged in their own methods of problem solving can rise above Wall Street and hang their heads high.

I've worked on corporate projects many times and the "wall of silence" I've encountered because I'm a creative problem solver has been overwhelming.

Maybe now corporate American will stand up, take notice and start to hire the right people for the job. I defy any wallstreeter to walk a week as an artist, feed yourself and pay the rent.

Bravo Bret!!!!

Great Charity Event and Peter G. Pereira

Did you know that the church of the Epiphany on 74th and York Ave. feeds over a hundred people a week in a homeless dinner program that serves three courses?? Did you know that the food is healthy and cooked from scratch ?

Did you know that you could go to a fabulous event to support this program. That's right for a mere $40.00 ( all of which goes to the program) will be held on Friday June 4th from 6:30-10:00. There will be gourmet endless appetizers, great wine. This is an awesome place to meet new friends.

And don't forget about the live auction with, blow-you -away trips, and Yankees tickets. Call 212-737-2720 to reserve!

Also artist Peter G. Pereira will be creating an original art installation by wrapping the church pillars which are 15 feet tall and 9 feet wide!

House of the Redeemer

Every year Peter G. Pereira donates a piece of art to the House of the Redeemer located at 5 East 95th street. They host a garden party and silent auction in early June. And what my ask is this place? Well, this is the home of the Episcopalian nuns in NYC. It's also a wonderful place for a retreat in NYC.

My most favorite Bush

This is my most favorite bush EVER!! It blooms these beautiful pink flowers, and seems to last forever. A friend told me its the Rodendron bush. But I just call it the Rhode Island. You can see this beauty on York avenue, east side between 84th and 85th.

Arizona Immigration Law

So you what to know what the problem is with this horrific law? Let me illuminate you.
First, it is a standard fact that the police and immigration do not mix. If you get arrested for something the police have no business investigating your immigration status. Now that's all changed under the law. The police can pull anyone over at anytime and report their status.

The second and most disgusting part about this law is a little more complicated. Say for example you are a refugee who came here twenty years ago and you've never applied for Citizenship although you are legally a landed resident.

Under the previous federal immigration law you have to commit a felony in order to be deported. A felony as we all know is a serious crime of car theft, bank theft, murder, and rape. And this is where the new immigration law in Arizona get nuts. The definition of a felony under the law in not what you'd think.

The unbelievable fact is that under the immigration law a felony is defined as any crime that comes with a maximum sentence of a year or more. So in effect a small misdemeanor charge in criminal court becomes a felony in immigration court and basically you can piss on the street get arrested and get deported for a felony! Now got it? Now fight it!

Irises in Carl Schurz Park

Irises in Carl Schurz Park

Gardening at the Carl Schurz Park

These beauties can be found right at the entrance of the park. I'm not sure what they are so I'll need your help.

The purple flowers at the rear seem to be part of a bush tree thing.

Flowers on the Upper East Side

By far the Gristedes on 86th and 1st have the best fresh flowers at incredible prices. Who new there were so many flowers on the Upper East Side. I'm keeping my eyes open for you.

Flowers on the Upper East Side

I'm not sure what these are but it's sure worth a walk up there to check it out. You can find them on 86th and first on the north side of the street.

Gardening at Carl Schurz Park

Did I mention that the daffodils have been planted and are blooming at the Carl Schurz Park?

Planting Flowers Carl Schurz Park

This year (since I know nothing about gardening) I have decided to follow the experts. The gardeners at the Carl Schurz Park create a magical place in the summer and I have decided to follow them along to see what to plant and when. The problem is I can't identify these flowers so I'll need your help. If you know what they are give me a shout.

There are three flowers have have been planted so far. Please see the pics. I know one is the Petunia but the rest?

Easter Nightmare at McDonalds

I'm not sure who decided to decorate the McDonald's on 23rd and Park like an Easter holiday on crack but this really takes the cake. Notice the anemic bunny hanging from it's neck from the ceiling scarring the kids? I could hardly finish my burger LOL

DO NOT MISS U.E.S. "Special Event"

Please mark your calenders for March 10th at 7:30 at the Yorkville Creperie on York ave, between 83rd and 84th. Artist Peter G. Pereira will be having an art show and Live performance art piece at the Saloon stage next door. That's right performance art on the Upper East Side. And he had been sponsored by some of the local businesses, including Dorian's Fish Market, Mansion restaurant, Logos Bookstore, Pintale's Pizza and Ciao Bella Napoli.

It's about time this dynamic community took it's place in the art world! And I urge you to be there, this is going to be fun.

PLEASE note however this is an RSVP event and space it limited. You can put as many people as you want on the guest list but they have to be on to enjoy free admission and a free beverage or glass of wine! Email kayhallny@yahoo.com to get on the list or call me at 646 932 2388.

U.E.S. Santa Sightings

This Santa was found outside Mansion deli on 86th and York. Their decorations are great!!

My advice to Tiger

Life wouldn't be complete if I didn't weight in on this situation. Tiger is a powerful, successful young male. He likes the ladies a lot- obviously. My advice to Tiger is this.

First, get a divorce, there is no way you are going to stay home, stop golfing and suddenly become a better husband. Obviously you don't want to be married so pay the girl.

Second, keep golfing. It's the only thing that you have left, it gives you strength it's part of your identity. If you keep yourself from that sport it will be like cutting off your right arm.

Third, close the checkbook. Pay no one for their silence. Let them have their moment of fame. This to shall pass. Best of luck Tiger!!!!

Fourth, fire all the people that surrounded you and created this nightmare. You were set up to fall. You might be down for the count but you're not out.

U.E.S. Winter Windows Flowers of NYC

The challenge for me has been to find as many wonderful windows and lobbies on the U.E.S as I can find in this Xmas season.

First mention goes to Flowers of NYC on 1621 First Avenue, at 84th street. They made this window look like a winter wonderland and I just love it. Also they have a great St. Nicholas Santa that your kids are going to love to pose with.

I'm sorry I haven't blogged lately, but I'm shooting a sixteen episode reality show and it's been an awesom expereince.