COOL TO DO'S

Fishing with Captain Ron!

ok, anyone who knows me, knows that I am not naturally a nature girl. I make an effort and have fallen in love with bike riding and hiking, but it took some time! Heck…I HAVE NEVER BEEN CAMPING! So, whe we decided fishing would make a fun segment and show off what Montauk is famous [...]

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Cool To Do’s On Hot Weekend
Brooklyn Mama

What a day for the beach! Why not make today a Coney Island Day? In addition to the sun, the sand, the surf and the rides at Luna Park, the streets will be alive with the sound of music at the 10th Annual Siren Music Festival.
During the festival, why not spice things up a bit [...]

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Big Onion Walking Tours!
Central Park!

Best Bet for $15 bucks
Central Park: A two hour walking tour exploring Manhattan’s collective backyard. Originally designed as a place for spiritual uplift, today New Yorkers use the Park in ways never imagined by 19th century designers Olmsted and Vaux. Stops include: Bow Bridge, the former Tavern on the Green, site of [...]

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Birdsall House
Great Spot in Peekskill

On Saturday evening, my friends and our 3 toddlers in toe, tried to get a bite at The Peekskill Brewery, but they didn’t have an opening until 8:15 (long after my boy is in bed!). So, instead, we checked out this new joint which opened on Main Street. It was great! 20 beers on tap [...]

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The Campbell Apartment
Cocktails and Culture

It is like walking back in time when you head tot he Campbell Apartment in Grand Central. It used to be a private office and ha lovingly been restored into its former grandeur. And the cocktails are divine, however, the dress code of no shorts, or sandals is applied throughout the year. Dress up! You [...]

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This Week: Grand Central Terminal!
What lies beneath??

This week Toni On! is taking on the most beautiful and mysterious train station on the planet!
A half a million folks travel through Grand Central Terminal every single day. There are tasting tours and cocktail-related research to reveal. But it is what has gone on underneath Grand Central Terminal – the forgotten tunnels and hidden [...]

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Brooklyn Botanic Garden: FREE

If you have never been to the garden, Brooklyn’s incredible oasis, which is clebrating its 100th year, now you have no excuse! First off, kids under 12 are ALWAYS free, and ever Tuesday, admission is free for all. Saturdays from 10 to noon are free as well (excluding cherry blossom event). But here’s the deal: [...]

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This Week Show!
History of The Brooklyn Bridge

Take a walk back in time as we uncover 10 things you never knew about the Brooklyn Bridge…including who died here, what was destroyed to build it and the woman who was responsible for completing it. Then follow along as we continue on our iconic Brooklyn travels, taking you on a tour of the best [...]

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Brooklyn Ice Cream Factory

If you want a side of history with your scoop, this is the place! Right near the pricey River Cafe, you will find this gem. Get a cone, and hang out overlooking the water to see where George Washington and his troops crossed during the revolutionary war. Originally built as a fire house for ships, [...]

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Immigrant Heritage Week!

Now is the time to get out of the house and explore what makes New York City the greatest place on the planet! The Mayor’s office has put together a fun filled week called “International Flavors of New York” featuring great ways to learn more about our neighbors…and everything to do is FREE!!!!! So, check [...]

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