August already?! This summer is flying by. I mentioned last week that I would share my end-of-summer to-do list. With only four weeks left, there’s still so much I want to do! New York, come summer, is amazing. If you can look past the heat and humidity, you’ll discover a different city—one filled with rooftop bars, pop-up pools, and more. The top five things that I still have left to do are below. But stay tuned this week for more: since the joys of summer vary from person to person, city to city, I polled a few close friends to get their own (fabulous) end-of-summer picks.
At the top of my list: getting tickets to see Shakespeare in the Park’s production of Into the Woods. Besides the fact that it stars Amy Adams, I can’t stop thinking about the inspired adaptation of this musical that my sister and I dreamed up when we were little kids. We performed it only for our parents, but the music has been with me ever since! 🙂
Next on my list, an evening (or afternoon) at Brooklyn Bridge Wine Bar. I recently discovered this literally hidden gem, and I’ve wanted to go back ever since. Located on Pier One in Brooklyn Bridge Park, this wine bar features a limited number of tables in a spot that’s cleverly shaded by big, leafy trees. Drink a bottle of wine, then go for a walk in the park—just a few steps away is the Brooklyn Bridge, and that iconic Woody Allen/Manhattan spot.
This pick is slightly more adventurous: I really want to go kayaking in New York. After going sailing earlier this summer on the Hudson, I think that seeing the skyline from the water truly is the ultimate view. The Downtown Boathouse offers great rates, and top-notch equipment, too. Have you done something like this before? Would love to hear your advice!
Great pictures! It makes me want to take another adventure into the city 🙂 Miss you!
Come visit anytime! We can do all of these things together. 🙂