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Tag Archives: Brooklyn
*Spectacles*
I don’t know for sure, but the last time I heard them referred to as spectacles was probably from my grandmother. And how long ago was this sign made? The phone number doesn’t even have an area code! There’s more … Continue reading
*Skyscraper*
I loved this view when I saw it but I can’t ID the building. It was taken from Brooklyn looking over to Manhattan. Click to enlarge
*Behind the Red Door*
Interestingly enough the movie, ‘Behind the Red Door,’ is about a photographer. Click to enlarge
*Polar Bears*
No, not the beautiful white, furry ones found in the Alaska, Canada, Russia, Denmark, and Norway. These bears are members of The Coney Island Polar Bear Club, the oldest winter bathing organization in the United States. Thy swim in the … Continue reading
*The Brooklyn Bridge*
There was another Brooklyn Bridge believe it or not! It was Johnny Maestro & The Brooklyn Bridge and they are a huge blast from the past. They were a singing group best known for their hit “The Worst That Could … Continue reading
*Signs, Signs, Everywhere a Sign*
“Blockin’ out the scenery, breakin’ my mind.” The Five Man Electrical Band Ummmmm…..anyone? An oldie but goodie?? Any aging hippies out there? HERE’S the video of it on You Tube. Click to enlarge
*Theater*
The Shore Theater, built in 1925, was originally known as “Loew’s Coney Island” and served as both a live performance vaudeville venue and a movie house. You can go HERE to see what the interior looked like and find out … Continue reading
*Ferris Wheel*
A New York City Landmark and Coney Island attraction….the WONDER WHEEL. In continuous operation since 1920. Click to enlarge
*Pete’s*
….under the BROOKLYN BRIDGE. A great place for lunch! Click to enlarge
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*The Eiffel Tower of Brooklyn*
AKA the (now defunct) Parachute Jump on the Boardwalk in CONEY ISLAND, Brooklyn, NY. It’s pretty cool and you’d be surprised at its beginnings. You can check it out HERE if you’re curious and also check out the STUNNING BLACK … Continue reading
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*Hot Dog Stand*
A really big hot dog stand! Built in 1916, this is Nathan’s Famous Original Restaurant in Coney Island, NY. HERE’S the story! Oh, by the way, the hot dogs are delish! Click to enlarge
*This guy…..*
…..was walking around Nathan’s taking pictures of everyone but it seems he’s not too thrilled about having his taken! 😦
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