Lucrezia Wise
I m a freelance TV and Film professional, as well as a freelance writer, who lives in NYC. I m an avid reader who enjoys respectfully debating politics. I m also a foodie who loves both cooking and eating and who uses fresh, natural food as often as possible. Likewise, I have an interest in herbal and home remedies, so I can keep myself as healthy as possible naturally.
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New York City Bar Accepting Bitcoins as PaymentThe cutting-edge bar in midtown Manhattan is revolutionizing how patrons can pay their tabs. -
Can NY Lottery Earnings Help Fill Education Funding Gap?With the sequester ravaging the New York education budget, record lottery sales provide welcome income. -
Cardinal Dolan's Career and Thoughts From New YorkersCardinal Timothy Dolan, the 63-year-old archbishop of New York and member of the College of Cardinals, has served the Catholic Church for virtually his whole life. -
Big Soda Ban a Precursor to Big BrotherBy banning big soda, Bloomberg takes the nanny state too far.
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Ed Koch's Passing Saddens New YorkersThough not surprising given his recent ill health, the passing of legendary former New York City Mayor Ed Koch today at age 88 is nevertheless a loss for the city that he helped revive.
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NYC's Taxi of Tomorrow Hitting Speed BumpsThe specially designed Nissan cars have been approved by the city to replace aging New York taxis, but not everyone is happy with these new models. Multiple lawsuits are pending.
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How Brooklyn's Grand Army Plaza Got Its NameThousands of people walk through Grand Army Plaza in Brooklyn every day. And yet not many residents realize that Grand Army Plaza's name, though not bestowed on the square until 1926, comes from roots planted as far back as the Civil War. -
Nor'easter Bears Down on Storm-Weary New YorkAfter a week spent pulling ourselves back together in the wake of Sandy, the last thing New Yorkers need is another storm. -
Sandy Roars into New York, Some Neighborhoods Hit Harder Than OthersThough Sandy did a tremendous amount of damage, some neighborhoods escaped almost unscathed. -
Sandy Packs More of a Slap Than a Punch in BrooklynAn rainy day in Brooklyn the only signs of the "Frankenstorm."
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Green Bay Packers NFL Team ProfileA short history of the Cheeseheads, from conception to today.
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Lance Armstrong Gives Up Fight Against USADADespite years of fighting to clear his name, Lance Armstrong has now walked away from the fight.
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University of Miami's Sebastian the Ibis' HistoryHow the the Ibis became the official mascot for the 'Canes.Also published on:
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Five Best Closing Ceremony TraditionsTraditions that have kept the Olympic flame strong for thousands of years.Also published on:
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Cutting the Cord on Cable TV - Why Free TV is an Easy AdjustmentHow I went from cable to free TV and never looked back. -
Surviving the Heat Wave in BrooklynSurviving summer one cool drink at a time. -
Most Useful Herbs for Household GardenWhether for cooking, teas, home remedies or just aroma, below are five great herbs for a household garden.
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Miami Marlins Dream Team: Best All-Time PlayersA look through history for the Marlins' dream team.Also published on:
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Five Recent Major Reporting GaffesMajor news networks get it embarrassingly wrong.
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Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim: Dawnguard Video Game Review and WalkthroughA review of TES V: Dawnguard
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Tips to Beat the Summer Heat Without Air ConditioningHow to stay cool without central air.
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Best Summer Haircuts for GirlsBest haircuts for kids, celebrity style.
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Best Toronto Blue Jays Gifts for DadFather's Day gifts for the Toronto Blue Jays fan
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In Defense of Islam: Religions Have Spotty Historical Record OverallFor those throwing stones at Islam, look to your own glass house.
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Zimmerman Hurting His Case in the Court of Public OpinionRecent revelations about George Zimmerman's finances cause a judge to revoke his bail.
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Falling in Love With LondonVisiting London for the first time is a magical experience. Here's my story.
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Best Country Music Running PlaylistSome of the best country songs to run and exercise to.
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Pop Songs to Run To: A Running PlaylistA pop song mix to that will keep runners moving.
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Ice Cream Shops to Die for in BrooklynIce cream and frozen yogurt treats worth jumping on the subway for in Brooklyn.
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Best Cities for Great MusicLove listening to live artists? Here are some cities with the best music scenes in the country.
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Best Scooters for StudentsThese mini-motorcycles will get students to work, class and home better than any others.
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The best holiday pies in New York CityFrom Brooklyn to Manhattan, where to buy the best seasonal pies.
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Increased Police Presence, Snarled Traffic Preclude 9/11 AnniversaryAs the ten year anniversary of 9/11 approaches, the city is on its guard.
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Brooklyn Flea Calls for Help for GreenmarketsWhile New York City got off easy, plenty of local farmers weren't so lucky.
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Hurricane Irene Hits New YorkThe most I've ever prepared for a Category 1 storm. -
Earthquake hits New York, co-workers compare notesOffice workers got plenty of gossip fodder as an earthquake gently rocked the city.
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Brooklyn Museum's New Vishnu Exhibit Has Free EveningThe new exhibit will be around until October, but residents on a budget will get a chance to see it free in June.
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Park Slope's Seventh Heaven Fair Coming UpFifth Avenue had their fun; now it's Seventh Avenue's turn
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Great Father's Day Brunches in BrooklynA great way to say thanks to dad.
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Father's Day Activities and Events in BrooklynWays to celebrate the day and the dad in Brooklyn.
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Tornados and Tornado Warnings Across the CountryEven in unexpected places, this month has been full of tornadoes
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Barnes and Nobles Hosting PS321 BookfairWhile not a traditional book fair, PS321 is hoping to raise some money
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Seniors Graduate from Brooklyn FriendsStudents finish high school and go out into the world.
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2011 Hurricane Season Reason to Be Wary, Not AfraidWhy hurricane season may not be as bad as it sounds.
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Abiyoyopalooza in Prospect Park Brings Literature, Culture to KidsA fun event for kids at Prospect Park in May.
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Brooklyn Buzzes with News of PS29 FireArson damages new playground at the school.
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Plenty to Do for Mother's Day in New York and BrooklynBrunch isn't the only game in town.
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Mother's Day Brunches in Brooklyn for All Types of MomsMother's Day isn't one size fits all.
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Spring Break Almost Over for Brooklyn KidsPublic school spring breaks wraps up April 26th.
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Best U.S. Islands to Get Stranded OnWhere to go when you just need some island time in the United States. -
Lamp Warehouse DownsizingBlowout sale at their lighting store now.
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Factory Shirtwaist Fire -- Tragedy and CatalystSince the Triangle Shirtwaist Fire 100 years ago, American businesses have come a long way in improving safety, fire and health regulations.Also published on:
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Let Your Cowboy Out on These Wild West VacationsWhere to go to indulge your inner cowboy. -
Cobble Hill School of American Studies Boys Baseball Team Faces First GameThey'll be playing Erasmus Hall on Friday.
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Patio Lounge Closing5th Avenue Bar bar closes this weekend.
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Bevy of DOH Inspections in Park Slope WednesdayFive inspections in one day, with only one A.
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Francesco's Shut Down by DOHPizzeria not meeting Department Of Health's standards.
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Old Stone House Hosting Seed CelebrationGardener alert! Score some seeds at the Old Stone House.
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Certain Neighborhoods Switching from Container Garbage Pickup to CurbsideThe Sanitation Department's latest bid to save money.
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Sanitation Department and DOT Prepares for PassoverNew York City gets ready for Jewish Holy Days
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Prospect Park May Become Car FreeNew bill introduced to bar cars from both Prospect and Central Park.
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New Spring Garden Restaurant Shut Down by Health DepartmentAtrocious health visit results in triple digit DOH score.
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RSVP to Brooklyn Friend's Spring GalaThe private school's spring fundraiser is now selling tickets.
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Brooklyn Bridge Park's Spring Cocktail PartyFundraising for the park.
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Ride Brooklyn Expo This WeekendRide Brooklyn having a a cycling fair.
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Mama Rosa's Closed?After just a few months in the Slope, is the Latin restaurant already closed?
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Fourth Annual Red Hook Criterium This SaturdayThis night time unsanctioned bicycle race is not for the faint of heart.
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Farming in BrooklynClean and plant a farm in Brooklyn
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Cafe 474 Gets 41 Violation Points During Recent VisitRecent visit big setdown from previous A grade.
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Taqueria in Kensington Flunks DOH ExamThe DOH's visit ends badly for Taqueria Restaurante Mi Barrio
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Bell House Gets New StageThe Bell House gets a mini makeover with a new stage.
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City Proves to Be Poor LandlordTenants on Waverly Road Endure Dilapidated Conditions While City Waits Them Out.
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Clothing Swap Meet at Public LibraryGet new clothes and clean out your closet all at once.
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Wisconsin's Budget Bill Drama ContinuesAfter weeks of hard fighting, the battle over the budget bill continues.Also published on:
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Foodtown Makes Japan Donation EasyDonate right at the checkout counter -
Fifth Avenue Bid Sidewalk SaleStores along 5th Ave move their goods outside.
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New Discount Card for Fifth AvenuePark Slope pushes to improve business along 5th.
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Columbia's in Park Slope Now OpenNew Columbian restaurant arrives in Park Slope.
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Naidre's in Park Slope Scrapes by with 25 PointsNewest DOH inspection drops their grade.
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Parent - Teacher Conferences Upcoming for Brooklyn FriendsApril is a big month for Brooklyn Friends students.
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Pre-K Applications Due by April 8thFor the youngest students, school application deadline approaching
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New Hotel Coming to Downtown BrooklynAloft Opening in April
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Spring E-Waste Event in Clinton HillDrop off used office electronics instead of landing them in landfills.
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Spring Electronic Waste EventRecycle used electronics as part of your spring cleaning.
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Coney Island's Chicken Pizza Gets 60 Violation PointsDespite horrible DOH visit, they're still open.
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Mago Creperie's First DOH Visit a FlopThe young restaurant gets a C first time around.
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The Vanderbilt Gets Unexpectedly Low DOH GradeThe popular Brooklyn restaurant scores 29 violation points.
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Windsor Terrace Library Fixes CompleteThe Windsor Terrace Library reopens on Ft. Hamilton PKWY
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Benefit for Barie Shortell March 23rdHate crime victim has benefit thrown in his honor to pay hospital bills.
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Dine in in KensingtonTwo neighborhood restaurants are participating in Dine In Brooklyn
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Flatbush Avenue Getting Countdown Pedestrian Crossing LightsThe new safety feature will arrive within the next year.
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Apartment 48 ClosingThe home furnishing store closes at the end of the month. -
Soon Brooklyn Residents Will Have New FerryFor lucky north-Brooklyners, a new ferry service will be starting soon.
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Chocolate Room Gets Poor Grade During DOH VisitFilth flies seen in the restaurant.
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Minnesota State Fair Coming - to Brooklyn?A recreating of the Minnesota State Fair will be at the Bell House
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Major Kids Consignment Event This WeekendConsignment sale ending March 20th - sell and buy while you can.
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Kensington Sprouts with SpringYards across Kensington show signs of spring planting. -
Brooklyn Boulders Offers Spring DealRock Climbers take note of the spring special.
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Cafe Sim-Sim Gets Gets Unhappy Visit from DOHThe popular Kensington restaurant gets 32 violation points.
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Bageltique Cafe Gets DOH VisitTheir Thursday visit doesn't go so well.
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DNA Dance New Amsterdam Performs for JapanDance New Amsterdam fundraiser for Japan
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Brooklyn Flea Opening in Williamsburg SoonApril 3rd is the big day.
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Suprise - the King of Cupcakes is ClosedDespite being open for Saint Paddy's Day, King of Cupcakes is now shuttered.
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From March 22-24th Coney Island F Train Riders Have Slow CommuteTrains will only be running every 22 minutes -
Princess Pizza and Toby's Public House Ace InspectionNot all DOH visits end in tears.
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Afsona Reponed by DOHDepartment of Health allows restaurant to re-open.
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Protest to Protect the GeeseHands Around The Lake gathering to protect wild geese on March 26th.
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Blockbuster in Park Slope ClosingBlockbuster going out along with Video Forum.
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Work at Church Avenue StationWorkers lunch, work at Church Avenue station.
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El Mirador Gets 31 Point DOH VisitThe restaurant, whose grade is still pending, scores 31 points during their visit.
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The Video Forum ClosingThe video store will be closing its doors in Park Slope
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Park Slope HiringHiring signs springing up all over the Slope.
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How to Become an Internet Sensation -- for Better or WorseRecent viral video stars have soared to fame for all the wrong reasons.
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Dine in Brooklyn - Park Slope EditionSeveral Park Slope restaurants participating in annual food festival.
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Swaddled Trees Appear in Sunset ParkKing's Hotel has new trees.
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Union Hall Hosts Saint Paddy's Day BlowoutCelebrate St. Patrick in style.
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Brooklyn Friends Ready for Spring BreakSpring Break is almost here for the Brooklyn Friends School
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U Kiss Chinese Restaurant Once Again OpenThe restaurant, which had been shut down, is ready to go again.
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With Summer Approaching, Child Care Consortium May Be AnswerParents who need or want child care or activities during the summer can look here.
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39th Street Needs Some TLCStretch of 39th Street between 9th and 14th needs some upkeep.
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New Thrift Store Comes to the SlopeLife Emporium comes to 5th Avenue
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Wasabi One Barely Survives InspectionWasabi One's first DOH inspection went badly.
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Owners of Walter Foods Taking Over Fort Greene Old Rice Restaurant LocationA new restaurant will replace Rice this summer.
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Post Office Re-Opens at 524 Myrtle AvenueThe Prospect-Lefferts Garden post office re-opens.
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Cafe Afsona Closed by Health DepartmentMultiple violations shut the restaurant down.
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With HVMAC Championships Approaching, Pratt Has Busy WeekendTwo Varsity Basketball games this weekend will test Pratt's endurance.
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Smashburger Joining the Burger Scene in BrooklynFort Greene is one of the lucky neighborhoods chosen to open the brand store.
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Victory Cafe is ClosingAfter years in the neighborhood, Victory Cafe closes.
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Italian Wedding Cookies IIIGreat eggless cookies, perfect for Christmas or any special event.
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Not Too Late for a GED in BrooklynThe Brooklyn Library in Prospect Heights offers free GED classes, offering help and hope to those trying to pass.
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Needy Can Find Year-round Help in Park SlopeThe homeless and needy are not forgotten in Park Slope
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Which Gear is Best When Parking a Manual CarThis article discusses whether neutral or first gear is best when parking your vehicle. Read on to find out what is the best choice for your car.
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Uggs Comes to Park SlopeEveryone's favorite fuzzy boot comes to Park Slope
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'Lord of the Rings' Holiday PartySave middle earth and revel in some holiday cheer at the same time.
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Galaxy Fulfilling a DreamMuhamed Nashir went from a comic book loving kid to a comic book store owner.
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Top 10 best sports books, movies and songsA list of great (fake) sports moments for anyone who still geeks out when they hear "We Will Rock You."
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Majoring in Film at the University of MiamiThe pluses and minuses of going to UM for film.
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Seeing "The Daily Show" - Live!My experience in the audience of "The Daily Show."
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Fire in Park SlopeThree alarm fire went off at Associated Supermarket in Park Slope November 12th.
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Big Apple Tweed RidePut on your best tweed suit or skirt and bike your way into a past generation.
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All Hail King Mouse! The Nutcracker Comes to BrooklynProspect Park's and the American Ballet Theatre Meet the Mouse King event will honor the resilient rodent, both on stage and in nature.
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Brooklyn Filmmakers Meet in DUMBOWhether to network, discover new talent, or just watch some great films, Brooklyn filmmakers are meeting up in DUMBO.
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Haitian Drum Circle at Greenwood CemetaryIt's time to bang some drums! Come listen to master drummers and learn a little about Haitian culture at Green-Wood's Historic Chapel.
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Recycling a Christmas Tree in BrooklynHow to recycle a Christmas Tree in Brooklyn
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Operation Identification Makes a Stop in KensingtonProtect your electronics and recover them from thieves with Operation Identification.
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Will Soigne Succeed in Replacing Magnolia?Ten year old Magnolia restaurant recently closed and Soigne is the restaurant trying to fill it's popular shoes.
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Pieathon Brooklyn - She Bakes, You Eat for CancerNina Callaway bakes for her parents, and for Cancer Care.
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Soup Bowl and Ice Cream Shop to Rotate in Park SlopeSoup in winter and ice cream in summer, both in the same location.
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Williamsburg Goes on Strike Against Big BusinessWilliamsburg residents go on strike against Duane Reade, Starbucks, and other big businesses
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Great Neighborhood Coffee Spots in Park SlopeNothing's better than a hot coffee on a cold day or an ice coffee on a hot one. Here are some great spots.
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Neighborhood Clothing Swap at YogaSoleHave some fun and swap some clothes at YogaSole in Windsor Terrace, Brooklyn.
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Lose Some Weight, Make Some MoneyWeight loss challenge at Namaste Yoga in Kensington - winner walks away in better shape and with $1000.
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Taylor Swift and Jake Gyllenhaal Spotted in Park SlopeIn love or just in love with Park Slope? Two of the hottest celebs choose to spend time in the Slope.
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Myrtle Avenue Holiday Windows ContestWin some money and get some artistic exposure in the annual Myrtle Avenue Holiday Windows contest.
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The Prospect Heights Farm's Pumpkin Smash Potato Bake BashDon't waste your leftover Jack O'Lanterns - bring them to Prospect Heights farm and compost them! Autumny treats await there.
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Gorilla Coffee Fights Back Against NY TimesGorilla Coffee resorts to guerilla tactics in fight for reputation.
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Commuters Hurting in NYC with Bridge Toll and Subway Fare Hikes Hitting EveryoneIt's not only subway riders feeling the pain - tolls across two major bridges have been raised, affecting Brooklyn commuters of all types.
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Ultraviolet Opens It's Doors, Just in Time for HalloweenA new nightclub is finally open in Brooklyn
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Banglatown Brooklyn? NopeA Brooklyn member of Community Board 12 who wanted to rename the area close to the F train's Church Avenue stop "Banglatown" was permanently denied.
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Popular Brooklyn Blog Domain Taken Over by Porn SiteThe popular Brooklyn blog, f***edinparkslope.com, was the victim of a hostile takeover Wednesday by a porn site.
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Goat Head Found in Prospect ParkStrange case of littering - a goat's head found in Prospect Park
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Horses and Humans - Equine Performance EventThe Equus Projects and GallopNYC join together for a day of free equine and rider dance performances in Prospect Park.
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Brooklyn Animal Foster Network in TroubleFinancial troubles threaten to shut down the Brooklyn Animal Foster Network
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Rezoning in Kensington May Allow Affordable Housing - for SomeThe re-zoning project being proposed in Kensington will build a slew of new affordable apartments, but they will be aimed at large, not small, families
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UglyRhino Theatre Festival Comes to BrooklynThe Brooklyn Lyceum brings us the UglyRhino, a theatre, music and dance festival.
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Children's Book Fair in Brooklyn 2010The Brooklyn Museum hosts a children's book fair, their 4th annual.
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Prospect Park Bike Lane - Menace or Asset?The Prospect Park Bike lane has some pedestrians roaring mad, and others puzzled by the fuss.
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Vital Vox Festival Brings Soaring Voices to BrooklynThe Vital Vox Festival in November celebrates the power of the human voice.
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Double Shooting in Brooklyn on Same Corner as Anti-Violence MarchA double shooting occurred on Utica Ave & Eastern Pkwy, less than an hour after an anti-violence march passed the spot.
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Moving Forward on FourthMoving Forward on Fourth will take place on the sixth of November - make sure to show up on the right day to tour Fourth Ave and learn of upcoming changes to this major Brooklyn street.
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Crime on Clinton HillIs crime on the rise in Clinton Hill?
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NYC Marathon's Route Through BrooklynNYC Marathon will pass up Fourth Ave, going through some of Brooklyn's most beautiful neighborhoods.
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Halloween Tours at Greenwood CemetaryOne of Brooklyn's most historic cemeteries opens its gates for Halloween.
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Brooklyn Fires Cost Resident's Their LivesToo many lives claimed by fire in Brooklyn
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Pets Celebrate Halloween at the Halloween Block Bark PartyPets get into the Halloween spirit in Brooklyn
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Fall Harvest Festival and Soup Cook-Off at Prospect Farm in BrooklynEnjoy a fall harvest festival at an urban farm near Prospect Park, Brooklyn.
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Ice Skating Rinks Opening for the Season in New York CityThe temperature is dropping, and ice rinks that have lain dormant are opening back up for residents and tourists to enjoy.
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Big Apple Circus Comes to NYCDon't miss it when the circus comes to town.
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The Daffodil Project Honors the Memory of 9/11 on Church AveThe 9/11 memorial project lives on in Brooklyn as residents remember the fallen.
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Atlantic Antic Gets the Party Started in BrooklynThe street festival event of the year, the Atlantic Antic is returning to Brooklyn for the 36th time.
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Albemarlie Neighborhood Meeting Will Host Police PresenceKensington residents meet to address crime concerns.
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Manhattan to Brooklyn AFSP Anti-Suicide WalkA walk to prevent suicide and save lives over the Brooklyn Bridge.
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Halloween Events for Kids in BrooklynMany ways to have fun with your kids during a Brooklyn Halloween
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Restaurant Scene Constantly Fluctuating in BrooklynAs restaurants close, new ones open in a never-ending gourmet cycle in the Prospect Park area of Brooklyn.
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Sleepover at the Freakshow in Coney IslandHalloween, adult style.
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Pie Bake Off at Fort Greene Park$10 buys you the chance to judge Brooklyn's amateur pie chefs while donating to a good cause.
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Great Pumpkin Patch 2010 Offers Free PumpkinsFree pumpkins given out to Brooklyn kids.
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Trick or Treating - the Safe Way - in Clinton HillClinton Hill is hosting a safe Halloween walk for the neighborhood kids.
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Brooklyn Do Gooder AwardsThe Brooklyn Community Foundation is looking to rewards five lucky - and giving - Brooklynites for their good works.
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Red Hook Welcomes Fall with a Farm Harvest FestivalAs summer farmer's markets slowly pack up their tents, harvest festivals give Brooklynites their needed dose of local food.
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New Yoga School Opening in KensingtonLocal yogis and yoginis frustrated by the lack of a yoga school closer than Prospect Park will rejoice in the new yoga school opening in Kensington.
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Brooklyn Public Libraries Host a Great American Book DriveBook lovers across the city can donate used books and purchase used ones at this fun and philantropic Brooklyn event.
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Children's Halloween Parade 2010 in Park SlopeThe Children's Halloween Parade in Park Slope is back for another spooktacular year.
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Bedbug Scare at Park Slope PavilionThere have been reports that one of Brooklyn's most popular movie theatres has bed bugs.
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New Noodle Place Opens in Park SlopeIn a city known for its great cuisine, Naruto Ramen will have to serve truly excellent noodles to shine.
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Making Strides Against Breast Cancer in BrooklynThe Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Event will be in Prospect Park October 17th.
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Enjoy the Green Market at Prospect ParkThe Green Market at Prospect Park is a year round treat for locals who know it's there.
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Local Train Stalled Almost Half Hour in TunnelRiders on the F train this evening were held on the train in the tunnel between Ft. Hamilton Parkway and Church Avenue for close to half an hour.
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Volunteering opportunities abound at Prospect ParkNew Yorkers are well-known humanitarians and Brooklyn's Prospect Park is a prime example.