archives: Dec, 2006
Dec-31-2006
Fireworks A Go-Go
Celebrating New Year's Eve 2006
I find myself among the throngs of the tragically stupid. Here we have an idiot trying to hail a cab by running headlong into oncoming traffic as his cohorts wait dumbfounded on the side of the road. Then there's the girl with the Fran Drescher voice complaining about the heat on the bus. Of course, when someone thought to open a window, she complained about the cold air on her legs.
Dec-31-2006
2006 A Year to Remember
Yes, I'm writing one of 'those' articles
OK, I don't normally do this. You know, take inventory of the past year to see where I am or what I've done. But 2006 was the year that I finally, after many years, decided to shake the dust off of my rut. In March I walked away from the hell of corporate life. Letting go those shackles was a major step. After which I started my own freelance business, began writing more and took a new, more serious interest in photography.
Dec-30-2006
Saddam is Dead
So what does it matter, really?
I think our government really wanted this to be an historic and moving event. You know … we the good guys in white hats kill off the bad guy in the black hat. After which all of the world would sing hymns of praise. Women and children would be dancing in the streets of America and the war in Iraq would finally make sense.
Dec-29-2006
Brass Monkey
Off the 'meaten' path
It may seem odd to describe a place as being 'off the beaten path' in the overcrowded Meatpacking District of NYC. But just a wee bit west of the upscale boutiques, fancy restaurants and dress-code clubs and right across from one of the last actual meatpacking plants in the area you'll find the Brass Monkey…
Dec-21-2006
A New Direction for ArtKore
Shifting gears and discovering new roads
Rumors have been swirling and swimming around the Hoboken ether that one of the music and art scene mainstays would be packing up and moving on.
Dec-20-2006
Artkore Holiday Party - Gallery
Bobby Syvarth, Michelle Vecchione and Marafanyi Percussion Project
Celebrating the holidays at The Goldhawk in Hoboken.
Dec-17-2006
No More Drinking on the Job
But first a disclaimer to my freelance clients…
Please don't let the title of this article worry any of you who depend on me for various pretty designs and time sensitive production. When I refer to drinking on the job, I mean specifically those times when I'm on assignment as a writer and/or photographer chasing down all the fun at night. After all, one of the main reasons I got into that was to party more. However, it's becoming a detriment.
Dec-13-2006
The Religion of Christmas
What is it exactly? Does it even exist?
Really people, has the world gone completely mad? Are there actually people out there that consider symbols like Santa Claus and the Christmas tree to be religious? Apparently, yes because people get all freaked out when they see these things on government or public property, but no Menorah or other religious symbol.
Dec-13-2006
Fionn O Lochlainn - Gallery
CD release party at Joe's Pub, NYC
Dec-06-2006
BlowUpRadio.com Anniversary - Gallery
Double-Breasted, Joshua Van Ness and Echofission @ The Goldhawk
Celebrating six year of indie-music support at The Goldhawk in Hoboken.
Dec-04-2006
Veterans Benefit @ Maxwell's - Gallery
Local artists and musicians show support for veterans organizations
Performers included Marc Gianotti (of End of October), Jon D'Angelo, David Calamoneri and Laura Thomas with Chris Farrell
Dec-03-2006
My Nephew's Film Wins an Award
'A Young Skater's Life' named Best Student Short Film at NYC Festival
You may recall me telling you about my nephew Nick Wager's short film 'A Young Skater's Life' being featured at The New York International Independent Film and Video Festival…