Category: Arts & Culture
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The Success of Designer Tati Vitsic in NY
The crayons and colored pencils of childhood traced the destiny of carioca designer Tati Vitsic, who today is thriving in New York, serving major brands such as GAP, Lucky Brand, Reebok, and Macy’s.Her entrepreneurial spirit is evident in the stationery products of her company “Pommy New York,” which has earned her several awards, including the…
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In the Land of the White Deer by Chen Zhongshi
In the plain that names the book, the Bai and Lu families, part of the same clan, alternate in power. We follow three generations of these families as they witness the wave of changes and destruction that the Chinese people were subjected to in the first half of the 20th century. With the end of…
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New York Will Reopen on July 1, 2021
Summer is approaching, vaccinations are increasing, and New York is ready to reopen on July 1. Local small businesses are returning to activity, and outdoor markets are popping up all over the city. One of these markets, ‘Spring Up’, is an immersive dining and shopping experience in Bryant Park until June 20. The market is…
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Everyday English Idioms & Where They Come From – Part I
You probably use a bunch of expressions, idioms, and slang phrases every day that don’t make sense literally. If you’ve ever thought a lot about why you say something in a specific way, you could probably take a guess. However, some expressions in English are so peculiar that it’s impossible to guess where the hell…
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The Success of Designer Tati Vitsic in New York
The crayons and colored pencils of her childhood traced Tati’s successful journey as a renowned international graphic designer. With a client list that includes major brands like GAP, Lucky Brand, Reebok, and Macys, she needed much more than luck to succeed in her field. Academic preparation, entrepreneurial skills, and talent are all important ingredients for…
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Estrada Real: Open Road to the Mineiro Hinterlands and Enrichment of the Portuguese Crown
The Estrada Real is the largest tourist route in the country. It spans over 1,630 kilometers, passing through Minas Gerais, Rio de Janeiro, and São Paulo. Today, it revives the traditions of the route, valuing the identity and beauty of the region. Its history dates back to the mid-18th century when the Portuguese Crown decided…
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NYC & Co. Encourages New Yorkers and Visitors to Support Women-Owned and Operated Businesses in March and Beyond
In celebration of Women’s History Month, NYC & Co., the official destination marketing organization and convention and visitors bureau for the five boroughs of NYC, is encouraging New Yorkers and visitors to support women-owned and operated businesses, including hotels, restaurants, and shops, and to explore numerous cultural offerings and sites of historical significance throughout the…
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Grandma and Grandpa’s Garden
Lucy loved visiting her grandma and grandpa. They lived in a small country house with a large and beautiful garden. Grandma and Grandpa loved being together in the garden more than anywhere else and could almost always be found there, busy digging, weeding, pruning, and planting. They also loved when their granddaughter Lucy visited, as…
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Exhibition with Works by Amelia Toledo
Nara Roesler is pleased to announce ‘Amelia Toledo: 1958-2007’, the artist’s first solo exhibition in the United States, at the gallery’s new location in Chelsea, New York, from February 25 to April 17, 2021. Amelia Toledo (1926-2017) is a prominent figure in 20th-century Brazilian art, with a career spanning over five decades. Toledo was introduced…
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National Museum of African American Music
The history of black music in America spans four centuries, and now there is a museum that honors this legacy. The National Museum of African American Music (NMAAM), inaugurated on January 30 in Nashville, Tennessee, describes itself as “the only museum dedicated to preserving and celebrating the many musical genres created, influenced, and inspired by…