Tag Archives: Coney Island

*Polar Bears*

Posted on November 15, 2010 by

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 →

Posted in Photography by Madelaine Cappuccio | Tagged , , , , , | 4 Comments

*Ferris Wheel*

Posted on October 10, 2010 by

A New York City Landmark and  Coney Island attraction….the WONDER WHEEL. In continuous operation since 1920. Click to enlarge

Posted in Photography by Madelaine Cappuccio | Tagged , | 3 Comments

*Ladies & Gentlemen*

Posted on October 8, 2010 by

….children of all ages, welcome to Click to enlarge

Posted in Photography by Madelaine Cappuccio | Tagged , , , , | 1 Comment

*The Eiffel Tower of Brooklyn*

Posted on October 6, 2010 by

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 →

Posted in Photography by Madelaine Cappuccio | Tagged , , , , | 2 Comments

*Hot Dog Stand*

Posted on October 5, 2010 by

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

Posted in Photography by Madelaine Cappuccio | Tagged , , , , , , , , | 5 Comments

*This guy…..*

Posted on October 4, 2010 by

…..was walking around Nathan’s taking pictures of everyone but it seems he’s not too thrilled about having his taken!  😦

Posted in Photography by Madelaine Cappuccio | Tagged , | 4 Comments