Meryl Pearlstein

Celebrate Apple and Pumpkin Season and Halloween – New Jersey and New York Farms are Great Fun

October 22, 2020 Meryl Pearlstein 0

Oh, wonderful October! Leaf peepers may want to schedule road trips to look at the brilliant mosaic of colors adorning the maples and oaks, but for the family, October is the time for pumpkin patches, […]

Outdoor Art Installations in New York City

September 20, 2020 Meryl Pearlstein 0

After a long, hot summer, it’s refreshing to stroll around a city, particularly when the streets are dotted with exciting artwork. While museums are slowly opening, these exhibits throughout the five boroughs of New York […]

Icy with a Chance of Meatballs – Touring Swedish Lapland without Leaving My Armchair

August 12, 2020 Meryl Pearlstein 0

Whoever wrote the song, “Baby It’s Cold Outside,” hasn’t spent a summer in the United States. No matter what part of the country in, you’re likely to encounter at least a few days of skyrocketing […]

21 Ways to Fête your Father (or Husband or Favorite Male) on June 21, Father’s Day

June 17, 2020 Meryl Pearlstein 0

It’s Dad’s Day and it’s not too late to find the perfect gift to celebrate. Here are 21 ways to show your love on June 21, Father’s Day (and one more for good measure). A […]

Staying Fit Virtually while Making a Difference

June 7, 2020 Meryl Pearlstein 1

I woke up this morning and forgot what month it was. I had to ask Siri what day is was, as I usually do, but this time I also had to ask her what the […]

Celebrate Stay-at-Home Cinco de Mayo in Style

May 4, 2020 Meryl Pearlstein 0

Cinco de Mayo is an interesting holiday. While it commemorates a battle that was fought in Mexico, Mexico doesn’t celebrate it. And what’s even more perplexing is that outside of Mexico, Cinco de Mayo is […]

Celebrate Stephen Sondheim’s 90th Birthday with a Musical Tribute Sunday Night

April 24, 2020 Meryl Pearlstein 0

The Broadway community comes together, separately, to celebrate Stephen Sondheim’s 90th birthday as only the theater community could do. Giving of themselves to raise money for ASTEP, a galaxy of stars will bring their talents […]

Visit Sweden’s Incredible Treehotel and ICEHOTEL – Enjoy Some Serious Arctic Adventure….. All Virtually (and Free)

April 18, 2020 Meryl Pearlstein 0

Travel is a very important part of my life. Exploring new cultures, meeting people who live very differently from how I do, trying local foods, and experiencing the joy of discovery are things that I’m […]

PASSOVER IN QUARANTINE: WHY IS THIS PASSOVER DIFFERENT FROM ALL OTHER PASSOVERS?

April 6, 2020 Meryl Pearlstein 1

Passover is the holiday when Jews throughout the world get together to celebrate the exodus from Egypt. It’s a time when we reflect on what it means to be free and we retell the Passover […]

You Still Have a Week to Surprise Your Valentine with a Great Dinner in New York City

February 8, 2020 Meryl Pearlstein 0

Countdown to Valentine’s Day 2020. Amore Italian Style Set in a beautiful brownstone on a tree-lined block, flower- and candle-bedecked Felidia has been a romantic favorite for diners for 38 years. For Valentine’s Day, Felidia […]