By Allison Lau on March 3, 2017
Kabalevsky, New York, New York City, NYC, Penny Jones, Penny Jones and Company, puppeteering, Puppetry, Puppets, West Village
Lens on New Yorkers, Manhattan, Multimedia, NY City Scene, Video

Tucked away in the West Village is a small artist community, called Westbeth, where wooden elephants, lions and puppies gather together to enchant the children of New York City. The mastermind behind the production is a woman, who greets each family with a nurturing voice and warm hug, embellished in hot pink from head to […]
By admin on March 3, 2017
Kabalevsky, New York, New York City, NYC, Penny Jones, Penny Jones and Company, puppeteering, Puppetry, Puppets, West Village
Lens on New Yorkers, Manhattan, Multimedia, NY City Scene, Video

Tucked away in the West Village is a small artist community, called Westbeth, where wooden elephants, lions and puppies gather together to enchant the children of New York City. The mastermind behind the production is a woman, who greets each family with a nurturing voice and warm hug, embellished in hot pink from head to […]
By Sasha Pezenik on October 31, 2015
Egypt, Middle East, West Village
Lens on New Yorkers, Manhattan, Neighborhoods, NY City Scene, Photo

On the banks of the Hudson River, on the ground floor of a high-rise condo, candlelight glints against thick velvet drapes. The smog perfume of rose petal hookah pervades the air. Gossamer veils make private bowers of every table; attractive young professionals with an open tab lounge on cushioned davenports. Casa La Femme conveys earthy […]
By admin on October 31, 2015
Egypt, Middle East, West Village
Lens on New Yorkers, Manhattan, Neighborhoods, NY City Scene, Photo

On the banks of the Hudson River, on the ground floor of a high-rise condo, candlelight glints against thick velvet drapes. The smog perfume of rose petal hookah pervades the air. Gossamer veils make private bowers of every table; attractive young professionals with an open tab lounge on cushioned davenports. Casa La Femme conveys earthy […]
By Cherno Baba Jallow on October 13, 2014
Budget Cuts, Centers, New York City, seniors, West Village
Manhattan, Struggling in the City

At a Caring Center in the Village, Seniors Gain Access to Food and Companionship