Sure it’s a blast to take a stroll along the Coney Island boardwalk, shoving a Nathan’s hotdog in your face while waiting for your turn on the Cyclone. But don’t forget about the attraction that has had New Yorkers trekking across Brooklyn for over 100 years: Coney Island’s famous freaks.

Though Sue Smith’s case on Brokelyn for being a server in New York restaurants was pretty on the money, I’d argue that sometimes, having a low-status office job can have its advantages as well– especially if you’re a freelance writer who hates physical activity and kids and cleaning gross things

Happy Independence Day, patriots! I assume that after reading my post yesterday, you’re ready and rarin’ to go to a fireworks show tonight. Obviously I must tell you about the FREE Fourth of July show at Pier 39. So load up your kiddies and your kegs (leave the dogs at

What could be more American than road trips and rock ‘n’ roll?  If you’re still in search of something do on this glorious Independence Day, check out a FREE screening of Easy Rider at the HBO Bryant Park Summer Film Festival.  It’s hard to tell what this movie doesn’t have– between a

Hey, I’m a grown-ass woman, and I still love watching a good fireworks show on the 4th of July. Unfortunately, our options in the East Bay are limited. For reasons unbeknownst to me, Jack London Square is not hosting a display this year. And Alameda supposedly has a huge parade

The Cartoon Art Museum is one of the greatest museums in San Francisco.  Where else can you find your favorite comic books, graphic novels, animated characters and more, both past and present? The first “Toonsday” of every calendar month the Cartoon Art Museum holds a “Pay What You Wish” Day. 

It’s no secret that I’m picking up what City Winery is putting down (I just linked to one of my posts in one of my posts! SO META! Or annoying). And that was even before I knew they had a courtyard where they would treat my eager ears to free

Alamo Square is probably best known for the Painted Ladies of Steiner Street and the always recognizable Full House introduction.  It has plenty more to offer, though. Alamo Square truly is a killer place to hang out on the cheap.  The park has tons to offer including a playground for