Author Archives: Lily Rothman

Lesser-Known Sports Heroes For the Win

Posted on May 18, 2011 by Lily Rothman

In the world of sports, it’s not the statue that defines the hero narrative. It’s the story. Continue reading →

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Hitting the Books at the New York Antiquarian Book Fair

Posted on April 12, 2011 by Lily Rothman

While e-book sales are growing steadily, a very different kind of reading material was showcased at the Park Avenue Armory last weekend. The 51st Annual New York Antiquarian Book Fair, a bibliophile’s answer to the showier Armory art fair, showcased about 200 sellers of rare books, manuscripts, illustrations and pamphlets. Continue reading →

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Park Slope Vintage Takes on Spring Fashion

Posted on March 31, 2011 by Lily Rothman

Even as temperatures hover in the forties, crocuses are coming up in curbside flowerbeds citywide, which means one thing: time to springify the wardrobe. Continue reading →

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Taking the (Ultimate) Fight to Radio City

Posted on March 17, 2011 by Lily Rothman

On Wednesday, the Rockettes made way for a very different kind of kicking at Radio City Music Hall. Ultimate Fighting Championship, the main brand associated with mixed martial arts (a sport that combines boxing, wrestling, martial arts and other fighting styles) took over the august auditorium for a few hours. Continue reading →

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SXSW Very SW from NYC

Posted on March 3, 2011 by Lily Rothman

With the annual Austin-based art festival South by Southwest fast approaching, New Yorkers interested in checking out the music and film offerings are scrambling for transportation. Continue reading →

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