It doesn’t get much better than this. Having arrived in New York midday, I set out to explore Chelsea and the Flatiron 
District, the neighborhoods around my hotel. Timing being everything, Madison
Square is having a monthlong festival Mad. Sq. Eats bringing a pop-up food truck and cafe area to the vibrancy of Madison Square Park. Add that to the amazing art installation for a terrific afternoon. There was even time for knitting in the park.
Just across the street is Eataly, the enormous new Italian market/food hall/ destination. 
Everywhere you look there is another amazing counter. Me, I am always partial to a beautiful produce or fish display. I certainly wasn’t disappointed.
My evening plans were extra-special. Over the last few years I’ve had several opportunities to reconnect with childhood friends and fellow New Rochelle High School classmates. Tonight three of us had a dinner/theatre evening. Thanks to my daughter, Miriam, we snagged tickets for Hand to God, a provocative and very well-acted play. Meri, Debbie and I had a blast.
And I had the chance to introduce my daughter to these lovely women – priceless!
Tomorrow starts the main event – Book Expo America. And I can’t wait!
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