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Don’t Agonize, Organize!
Get out and support women’s fundamental right to choose. Our liberty is at stake By…
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The Promiscuous Gardener
Riffing on the sly and guileful beauty of roses By George Blecher The author,…
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The Man Who Loved Movies
Dan Talbot set the pace for independent films and arthouse cinemas in New York—and way…
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A Life-Changing Escape to Nepal
A New Yorker pushes past her comfort zone and falls in love with a remote…
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Coming of Age in the Years Preceding Roe
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A Book That’ll Jolt Your Mind
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House Painting, Ancient Roman-Style
Frescoes from a vanished world offer a modern take on meanings and makers. By Maddine…
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The Story of My Half-a-Knee Surgery
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Celluloid Reveries: A Date With Janie
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Don’t Agonize, Organize!
Suzanne Charlé
Get out and support women’s fundamental right to choose Our liberty is at stake By Suzanne...
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The Promiscuous Gardener
George Blecher
Riffing on the sly and guileful beauty of roses By George Blecher The author,...
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Dining with Strangers in their Home
Maddine Insalaco
Shared-economy alternatives to restaurant meals are a quick way of making new friends—no tips...
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The Man Who Loved Movies
Toby Talbot
Dan Talbot set the pace for independent films and arthouse cinemas in New York—and way...
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A Life-Changing Escape to Nepal
Sally Wendkos Olds
A New Yorker pushes past her comfort zone and falls in love with a remote culture By Sally...
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A Celluloid Visionary Gets His Due
Roberta Hershenson
But it’s complicated The Jewish Museum’s exhibit of Jonas Mekas’s films has caused...
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Coming of Age in the Years Preceding Roe
Roberta Hershenson
What price personal autonomy Remembering the days when abortions were illegal By Roberta...
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A Misbegotten Macbeth Descends on Broadway
George Blecher
The knives are out in this scathing review of the Sam Gold production starring Daniel Craig and...
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A Book That’ll Jolt Your Mind
Suzanne Charlé
Everyday Play: A Campaign Against Boredom is a quirky, offbeat, maybe even subversive guide to...
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House Painting, Ancient Roman-Style
Maddine Insalaco
Frescoes from a vanished world offer a modern take on meanings and makers By Maddine...
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Roll Over, Beethoven—This Time for Women
George Gelles
From Baroque to contemporary music, female composers at last are getting their due By George...
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What One New Yorker Did During Covid
Suzanne Charlé
Not to be deterred by the lockdown, Elise Engler spent the first year of the pandemic drawing and...
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The Story of My Half-a-Knee Surgery
Grace Lichtenstein
A robot was involved, and swear words were uttered, but healing time was remarkably quick By...
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Boy Wonder at Mid-Career
George Blecher
Paul Thomas Anderson’s rollicking, serious, endearing Licorice Pizza is well worth a trip to a...
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The Art of Becoming a Landscape Painter
Maddine Insalaco
Immersion in the surrounding space—in Italy—is part of the subject By MADDINE...
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A Jab and a Bubble in the Eye
Roberta Hershenson
For a seasoned photojournalist, retina detachment surgery led to new insights into how we view the...
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Baton-Wielding, Arm-Waving Women
George Gelles
Despite daunting odds, a handful of high-energy, vastly talented, rule-breaking ladies are shaking...
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The Lehman Trilogy: a Probing Critique
George Blecher
Super-professional acting, glossy production—but do they make a full theatrical meal Is this play...
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Celluloid Reveries: A Date With Janie
Ellen Stern
With a tribute to the perkiest of the perky blondes, the recently departed Jane Powell By Ellen...
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Guilty Pleasures in Covid Time
George Blecher
Want to be enticed by movies again These offerings from this year’s 59th Lincoln Center Film...
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Review: Deciphering Al Hirschfeld
Deborah Harkins
The renowned caricaturist gets his first biography By Deborah Harkins Portrait...
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Bolts out of the Blue—and Other Colors, Too
Ruth J. Katz
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Rooms With a View: The Riverdale Solution
Rachel Newman
A dyed-in-the-wool Manhattanite chooses to move to an independent living community By Rachel...
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Thanks for helping NYCitywoman!
The NYCw Editor
Thank you from the bottom of our collective heart for your kind contribution to keep us alive and...
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Whither Orchestras and Symphony Halls?
George Gelles
A music critic takes on the future of concert venues By George Gelles The...
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Nabbing the Shot, New York Style
Linda Dyett
One got jabbed at a track event Another went back to high school for hers A third wound up...
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A Foot in the Door
Nancy Gendimenico
Women filmmakers and female characters had starring roles in 2020 By Nancy...
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Don’t Stop Reading Now
NYCitywoman Writers
Our book reviews zoom into Shakespeare in America, panthers and cobras transformed into fine...
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Music Gets an Overhaul
George Gelles
A pandemic shakeup is under way Covid Fan Tutti, anyone By George...
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The Story of My Covid Vaccination
Susan Shafer
It happened in West Palm Beach and involved a car caravan, a climb up a hill, a folding chair, and...
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Books That Got Us Through
NYCitywoman Writers
2020 was not our favorite year But here are five books that excelled at distracting us The novels...
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A Painter Embraces the Grey
Maddine Insalaco
and brings an art historical perspective to her decision no longer to tint By Maddine...
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What’s the Lure of Yoga?
Polly Ironclad
This ancient mind and body practice has a reputation for reducing stress and boosting...
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First Aid, Italian Style
Maddine Insalaco
An unexpected solution saves escapees from NYC a trip to the hospital in Tuscany By Maddine...
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Not the Usual Summer Reading List
NYCitywoman Writers
Our July book reviews (and one non-review) couldn’t be timelier The topics are racism, pandemics,...
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Where To From Here, New York?
Linda Dyett
Like us, our city has been sheltering in place How and when will it recover, and will it ever be...
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Subversive Tapestries
Peggy Earle
Quarantine time well spent—a needlework fiend stitches absurd quotes from Trump speeches and...
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Corona Chronicles
Linda Dyett
With accommodations, daily life goes on during this bizarre time Five New Yorkers tell their...
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Staying Active While Sheltering in Place
Sally Wendkos Olds
Seventeen smart tips to keep busy and ward off loneliness—from virtual Gaudí tours to Pilates...
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A New York OB/GYN’s COVID-19 Advice
Linda Dyett
What you need to know about lung surfactant (it’s crucial for breathing) Plus: Drink plenty of...
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Got the COVID-19 Blues? Go online and ditch ’em!
Suzanne Charlé
Weeks after Gov Cuomo invoked PAUSE, most of us are ready for some new sights and sounds By...
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Good Books for Us to Read Now
NYCitywoman Writers
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Day of Reckoning
Ellen Stern
No birthday parties Commemorate your special day with moments of glory and souls of all ages By...
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After Retirement: Start Over
Ellen Freed
Two New York City women have successfully turned retirement into an opportunity for starting a new...
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Back Story: Surgery was the best choice for me
Margery Stein
How I went from U-shaped to ramrod-straight By Margery Stein “You gave us a...
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West Side Story, Its Past and Darker Present
Suzanne Charlé
Director Ivo von Hove has stripped the show to “the essentials,” and Anne Teresa De Keersmaeker...
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Fotografiska Descends on New York
Linda Dyett
Is this Swedish import a gourmet dining and shopping mall with photo exhibits attached Or a...
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The Wonderful New World of Wigs
Rona Cherry
Banish bad hair days: consider a wig By Rona Cherry Still rocking a wig: Tina...
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Home Sharing for Older Adults in NYC
Sally Wendkos Olds
Savvy solo New Yorkers are opting for home-mates, not room-mates By Sally...
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Gear Up and Get On The Move
Ruth J. Katz
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Memory Slipping? Try Playing Mah Jongg!
Susan Shafer
You can fortify your brain power and positively affect your mood through the game of Mah Jongg But...
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Love and loss and what he wore
Ellen Stern
Peter was not coming home Letting go required a long goodbye to his possessions, too By Ellen...
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A Philly Weekend Getaway
Stacia Friedman
Philadelphia is the go-to destination for travelers who enjoy Zagat-rated restaurants, theater,...
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Celebrating Manhattan’s Luncheonettes
Linda Dyett
New York’s quintessential eateries may be a vanishing species, but Eisenberg’s Sandwich Shop is...
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NYC’s Organizations for Older Adults, Part 2
Sally Wendkos Olds
With its bonanza of organizations offering multiple programs just for us, this town is the perfect...
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The Magical Monarch Butterflies in Mexico
Ruth J. Katz
Chasing the enchanting monarchs to their winter sanctuaries in the Monarch Butterfly Biosphere...
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Courtroom Artists’ Rogues Gallery
Suzanne Charlé
Jeffrey Epstein, Harvey Weinstein, Bernie Madoff—when cameras are banned, artists capture the key...
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Up on the Roof in New York City
Suzanne Charlé
New York City has long been famed for its skyline Now, New Yorkers can be atop that skyline, thanks...
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Country Home: When It’s Time to Say Goodbye
Claire Berman
Selling a house is a very emotional experience, and just because people make the decision to sell...
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Singing Together for a Second Act
Georgetta Lordi Morque
Choral singing can be fun, challenging and healthy and you needn’t be a pro to feel like a star...
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Serendipitous Shopping in New York City
Linda Dyett
A jam-packed exotic antiques store downtown and a singular pharmacy uptown have a lot more in...
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The Marvelous Museums of London
Ruth J. Katz
Extraordinary museums are just waiting to be discovered across the pond—The Museum of Brands or...
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Safe on Second: A New York Story
Ellen Stern
Living in a second-floor apartment in New York City has its ups and downs By Ellen...
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Maintaining Empathy in the Age of Trump
Ellen Freed
How to counteract the daily doses of anger, anxiety, and stress by stimulating positive human...
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Just in Time: The Statue of Liberty Museum
Suzanne Charlé
As the president rails against immigrants, a new museum opens on Liberty Island, examining...
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Topnotch Beauty Products for Spring
Linda Dyett
Here are 10 new and new-ish face, body and hair improvers you really should know about By Linda...
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Household Effects: an Illustrated Inventory
Ellen Stern
The objects you love may have more than sentimental value Here’s a way to save their past for...
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NYC’s Organizations for Older Adults
Sally Wendkos Olds
With its bonanza of organizations offering multiple programs just for us, this town is the perfect...
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Older, Slower, but Still Skiing Downhill
Grace Lichtenstein
Slow down Perhaps Give up Nope! The thrill of whooshing down a snow covered mountain never goes...
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Dining for Women: Potluck Philanthropy
Stacia Friedman
By the simple act of sharing a meal, Dining for Women members fund grassroots organizations that...
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New York’s Changing Retail Scene
Linda Dyett
All those vacancies Are they part of a paradigm shift (Yes) Will mom-and-pop shops survive or even...
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New Experiences: The Fine Art of Travel
Stacia Friedman
Whether you are a lover of the arts, an aspiring writer or a foodie, here are some small, group...
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Ten Books for Us to Read Now
Sally Wendkos Olds
Will Schwalbe was a voracious reader who spent the last two years of his mother’s life sharing...
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Second Careers: How Art Changed a Life
Georgetta Lordi Morque
Trying something new can be wonderfully rewarding By Georgetta Lordi...
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Do I look fat in this Merlot?
Stacia Friedman
A glass of wine a day is supposed to be good for you, isn’t it Here’s the harsh reality, and...
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Pickleball: A Popular New Sport
Karen Feld
Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in the US and popular with seniors, offering a good workout...
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Library Books for Homebound Readers
Susan Shafer
New York City Public Libraries’ Mail-a-Book and Books by Mail programs send books, videos and...
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Zumba! The Worldwide Dance/Fitness Craze
Sally Wendkos Olds
New York City exercisers of all ages embrace the Latin rhythms and aerobic moves of Zumba By...
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The Discreet Magic of Berets and Caps
Linda Dyett
Hat-averse No problem Easy-to-wear berets with subtle details are in style this fall, as are all...
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Murphy and Me
Ellen Stern
Every dog has her day, and I have it with her By Ellen Stern In childhood, it was a...
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Is Snoring Compromising Your Health?
Georgetta Lordi Morque
Some 37 million Americans snore regularly according to the National Sleep Foundation, so if you...
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The Accidental Technophile
Annie Korzen
iPhones and streaming and Ebay, oh my And what I don’t miss from the past century By Annie...
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How Seniors Share Experience and Wisdom
Sally Wendkos Olds
Members of “Elder Wisdom Circle” provide support and advice for young people who look to...
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New York Seniors and the Clutter Dilemma
Linda Dyett
The stuff we’ve accumulated over the decades is reaching epidemic proportions, taking up valuable...
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The Surprising Health Benefits of Indoor Plants
Rona Cherry
Indoor potted plants can remove up to 87 percent of air pollutants in 24 hours By Rona...
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Taking it Slow: France at 5 mph
Stacia Friedman
Looking for a unique voyage that will satisfy your lust for new adventures and great food By...
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End-of-Winter Skin Soothers and Rechargers
Linda Dyett
Jump-start spring with remedies for parched, slack, confused New York City winter skin By Linda...
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Saving Your Marriage After an Affair
Sally Wendkos Olds
What some therapists say about saving a marriage unhinged by infidelity By Sally Wendkos...
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Senior Women and #MeToo
Linda Dyett
How are Boomers and pre-Boomers responding to the explosive Millennials-driven movement that’s...
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Learning How to Fall Safely
Georgetta Lordi Morque
Learn how to navigate slippery sidewalks and streets in the winter Wearing the proper footwear and...
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Stay Healthy This Winter—Visit a Salt Room
Rona Cherry
Why 30 minutes in a NYC salt room can heal your lungs and boost your mood By Rona...
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The Latest in Makeup: Think Little or None
Linda Dyett
Makeup is almost passé in New York City The look today is all about artlessness, authenticity and...
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Travel Groups for Women Only
Sally Wendkos Olds
The demand for all-female travel groups has increased by leaps and bounds, pushing travel...
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New Beau? Check Him Out Online
Judith Glynn
When Ron began behaving erratically, I decided to look him up on Instant Checkmate’s extensive...
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Turning Antique Lace into Silver and Gold
Linda Dyett
It’s almost alchemy Monika Knutsson transforms precious antique lace into featherweight gold and...
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Foods that Hurt, or Help, If You’re Feeling Anxious
Rona Cherry
Here’s a guide for keeping ‘stressful’ food and drink off your menu By Rona Cherry As...
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Don’t Retire—Reboot, Part 3
Linda Dyett
Here’s how two women with vastly different careers—an educator and a...
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How to Write Your Own Memoir
Arlene Hisiger
You may not be famous, but you deserve to write your own memoir with assistance from professional...
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Keeping Your Memory Sharp as You Age
Rona Cherry
What’s the difference between an occasional memory lapse and lapses that indicate the onset of...
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Private Libraries in New York City
Sally Wendkos Olds
There are more than twenty private libraries in Manhattan—free or fee-based—that offer...
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Clearing Out Your Parents’ Home
Claire Berman
Sorting out the belongings of your parents’ home can be daunting and upsetting, but hiring estate...
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Double-Duty Space-Saving Furniture
Ruth J. Katz
Open Sesame: Magical and stylish dual purpose, space saving furniture for space challenged...
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Tips from a Top NYC Hair Colorist
Linda Dyett
Marie Sigismondi discusses the shady business of hair color and going gray By Linda...
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Sunday in the Parlour with Marjorie
Sally Wendkos Olds
Marjorie Eliot learned piano as a child; now she performs for jazz lovers every Sunday in her...
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Testosterone Implants for Women
Linda Dyett
A growing number of doctors regard the so-called male hormone as a boon for women’s health and...
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You’re Never too Old to Find New Friends
Sally Wendkos Olds
Meeting people is easy, developing a friendship is more complicated; it takes patience and...
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How to Soundproof Your Apartment
Georgetta Lordi Morque
Companies that soundproof windows, floors, and walls are in high demand By Georgetta Lordi...
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At-Home Fitness Workout for Women 50+
Linda Dyett
For NYCitywomen, fitness trainer Devone Stephenson has fine-tuned a dozen home exercises by...
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Kicking Ass in Flat-Heeled Shoes
Nancy Weber
Why late in life I became a neo-feminist By Nancy Weber “What do you...
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At Home Face Rejuvenation Recommended by Experts
Linda Dyett
Powerhouse ingredients and products that work—no appointment needed! By Linda...
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Touring France With Comfort On An E-Bike
Grace Lichtenstein
Even if you’re not as agile as a 30-year-old, you can still pedal through rolling hills and...
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Because I’m Worth It: Going Gray in Style
Stacia Friedman
Gray hair used to be unfashionable and unforgiving; these days it’s sexy and a signature for many...
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Don’t Retire—Reboot, Part 2
Linda Dyett
Women who don’t lunch—but launch new careers in their sixties, making the most of their...
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A Makeup Update for Mature Faces
Linda Dyett
Lips and cheeks are where the action is, while eyes are subtle and tame By Linda...
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Older Women, Younger Men
Sally Wendkos Olds
According to recent poll, one-third of women over 40 are dating men ten years younger than they...
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Top Wig Boutiques in New York City
Rona Cherry
Millions of women are using wigs to dress up, dress down, or avoid the hassles of daily hair...
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The Best Dressmakers in New York City
Ruth J. Katz
A versatile, affordable dressmaker who can update a favorite outfit or copy a Chanel is a...
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7 Tips For an Elegant, Natural Look
The NYCw Editor
As a successful model over 60, Cindy Joseph knows the best secrets for makeup application by...
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Where to Repair, Sell and Appraise Jewelry in NYC
Mary Marino
Your broken chains and orphan earrings may not be wearable, but they are not worthless By Mary...
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Shopping for a Sofa Bed: Top Tips
Ruth J. Katz
How sleeping beauties can find the best sofa beds for their backs, their wallets, and their small...
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Custom-Made Womenswear
Linda Dyett
NYC’s couture dressmakers, tailors, and custom-fitters are on the rebound A guide to the...
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Pages That Bind: Book Clubs in New York City
Sally Wendkos Olds
Members often form strong bonds that keep a club going, even when they disagree about a book By...
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Urban Farmers: How Green Is Your Rooftop?
Suzanne Charlé
Installing farms on the 14,000 acres of unshaded rooftops in the city could feed 20 million...
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Don’t Retire—Reboot, Part 1
Linda Dyett
How many women 60 plus are finding ingenious ways of carving out new and satisfying...
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Why I Miss New York City
Annie Korzen
A Manhattan transplant who now lives in Los Angeles reminisces about New York City By Annie...
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Mother-of-the Bride or Groom: What to Wear
Kim Johnson Gross
What we wear to a wedding can make us feel like royalty, fabulous, or invisible by Kim Johnson...
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New York City’s Best Knitting Shops
Linda Dyett
Local yarn dens provide an antidote to high-level urban stress in a clubby setting By Linda...
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NYC Top Repairers: Shoes, Leather, Fabric
Ruth J. Katz
Master craftsmen who can widen boots, recover worn shoes, fix torn leather, repair handbags, and...
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The Pros and Cons of Concierge Medical Care
Sally Wendkos Olds
Many MD’s are charging annual fees of $2,000 to $25,000 Finding a doctor you can afford and...
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The Ups and Downs of Turning Seventy
Annie Korzen
I decided not to lie or apologize about turning 70; instead here’s what I did By Annie...
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New York City: A Mecca for Yoga Classes
Georgetta Lordi Morque
Practicing yoga helps keep your muscles flexible, lowers your stress level and improves your...
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Best Hand Laundries, Dry Cleaners and Fur Repair
Ruth J. Katz
Garment wizards who hand launder delicate clothing, dry clean and alter tricky garments, and...
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Photographing the Stylish Elderly
Sally Wendkos Olds
Ari Cohen created “Advanced Style” to celebrate the elderly with a popular blog, several books,...
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