Topic: Greenwich Village

Save neighborhoods: See the living city on a Jane Jacobs Walk

Get out of the house and take a  "Jane Jacobs Walk" in honor of the legendary urban planner who promoted experiencing the living city and built environment on foot in order to save neighborhoods.

420 marijuana rally: Can University of Colorado stop it?

420 rally: Smelly fish-based fertilizer was spread at the University of Colorado where the annual 420 marijuana rally is held. Will that stop the 'Reefer madness'?

A feast of foodie films

Sit back and digest the holidays with these favorite culinary flicks.

Origins of America's favorite Christmas carols

An intrepid researcher tracks down the stories behind America's best-loved Christmas carols.

Will Hollywood's fur ban spread?

West Hollywood bans the sale of fur clothing. Will more California cities follow?

9/11 Memorial: At site of terror, a site of grace (video)

The dedication of the 9/11 Memorial Sunday will evoke many emotions. Instrumental in bringing about the memorial are three Americans who were strangers on 9/11 but ultimately became linked by the terrible events of the day.

The James Beard Foundation recognizes leaders in sustainable food

Michelle Obama, Alice Waters among others receive an inaugural award that recognizes efforts to create a healthier, safer, and more sustainable food world.

Classics in technicolor

Monitor picks: Southern recipes, local news online, and movie music

A new Southern cookbook, a website that unites local newspapers, and the thrilling soundtrack to J. J. Abrams' 'Super 8', and more recommendations.

Betty Ford: A free spirit who became an inspiration to millions

Former first lady Betty Ford's triumph over drug and alcohol addiction became a beacon of hope for addicts and the inspiration for her Betty Ford Center in California. Mrs. Ford passed on Friday.

New York gay marriage bill passes

New York has legalized gay marriage after a week of delays. Celebrations erupted and the Empire State building was lit up in rainbow pride colors.

Classic review: Bob Dylan in America

Sean Wilentz's study of enigmatic music icon Bob Dylan is at once a time-hopping biography; a catalog of Dylan’s myriad, eclectic influences; and a primer on American music.

Record store day: 10 of the best album covers ever

In honor of Record Store Day (which I imagine the GOP wants to get rid of), I've compiled my own fairly random list of top ten album covers. The criteria was simple: I'd hang it on my wall. . . if I hung record jackets on my wall. Enjoy!

A chocolatey quest, Part 2

On a mission to find the best hot chocolate in New York, two researchers discover that most of the best brews have European origins.

In Motion: The Experience of Travel

How the art of “Deep Travel” can transform even our mundane trips into something transcendent.

Bob Dylan in America

Bob Dylan was not so much a sponge as an alchemist, taking common materials and creating new art.

A New York tornado? Brooklyn, Queens not exempt from major storms.

Contrary to popular belief, it's not unheard of to have a tornado in Queens, Brooklyn, or Manhattan. Skyscrapers do little to disrupt major storms, say meteorologists.

Pharaoh's Daughter lead singer mines her ultra-Orthodox roots for melodies

Basya Schechter, lead singer of Pharaoh's Daughter, draws on her ultra-Orthodox childhood to craft songs for the band.

Obama as ATM: Democrats want him as fundraiser, not campaigner

As the election season ramps up in August, President Obama is putting on his fundraiser hat, attending $30,000-a-plate dinners but not spending much time campaigning for candidates.

Jimi Hendrix bandmate sues over '03 release

Jimi Hendrix and Lonnie Youngblood recorded several songs in 1969, one of which was included in a 2003 compilation.

Gay pride parades held across the country.

Gay pride parades brought thousands to the streets of New York and San Francisco on Sunday.

How to help a kid beat a bully: soft defense

I am not condoning violence or combat. Jiu-jitsu means the ‘art of softness.’