No other city on Earth goes through the vibrant transformation that New York goes through on Saint Patrick’s Day. The biggest celebration for the patron saint of Ireland is organized on Manhattan’s 5th avenue from 44th Street in Midtown, running up to 79th St. in the Upper East Side. Over 150, 000 will march up …
On this the 16th day of March, back in 1827, the first Black American newspaper, “Freedom’s Journal” began publishing in New York City. “Freedom’s Journal” was the first African-American owned and operated newspaper published in the United States. It was founded by black men in New York City and was published weekly until 1829. The publication was …
On this the 15th day of March, back in 1965, the first T.G.I Friday’s restaurant opened in New York City. The name stands for “Thank God It’s Friday”, although as of 2010 some television commercials for the chain have also made use of the alternative phrase, “Thank Goodness It’s Friday.” The chain is known for its appearance, …