Shecky’s

Texting is one of the quickest and easiest ways to communicate these days. In our text-heavy society, many of us have fallen prey to the faux pas of texting. These 10 Text Commandments will save you from future “spellcheck” or butt-dialing disasters and keep you on the path to righteousness, no matter if you’re exchanging messages with sinners or saints.... ONE:... CONTINUE READING 12

Think of the typical 50th birthday party. We'll bet images of silly decorations and cards that crack jokes about getting decrepit and being "Over the Hill" come to mind. But why should celebrating a few more birthdays and milestones make anyone incompetent? Such is the premise behind Geri Brin's Fab Over Fifty (FOF) initiative and events like FOF's Beauty Bash. Geri,... CONTINUE READING 12

Beer. You probably drink it, but do you know exactly HOW it’s made? The best way to find out is to go behind the scenes at a craft brewery. Not only will you get a gratis tour, you’ll probably get some complimentary sips, too. Check out the top four FREE craft brewery tours around the country, perfect for an afternoon... CONTINUE READING 6

As a TV show aficionado, I love me some Emmy coverage! Ogling as pretty dresses glide down the red carpet is always fun, but watching the actors who portray the characters I love accept awards, give speeches and mingle together in some alternate small-screen paradise is what makes this award show amazing. And this year was no exception with some outrageously... CONTINUE READING 6

Come September, you can almost hear the new sneakers and Mary Janes slapping the sidewalks as students return from their summer vacations back to class. But not every child will be filling a desk chair this fall. School-aged children can sometimes slip through the cracks in the system and drop out, or not be provided with the resources they need... CONTINUE READING 8

It's no secret that the job market is making it almost impossible for even some of the smartest women we know to get and keep good jobs. So, want to stand out from the thousands of other applicants to your dream job? Believe it or not, listing volunteer experience on your resume/LinkedIn profile can actually get you the gig. Don't... CONTINUE READING 14

One of my favorite things to do out in the world is be what I call a “Compliment Columbo.” What’s that? Columbo was a TV show I liked about a do-gooder detective named, you guessed it—Columbo—who was always on the hunt for clues that led to the truth. My invitation to you is to become a detective who searches for... CONTINUE READING 6

Being a college graduate is extremely rewarding, but it can also be very stressful and the feelings of worry really set in when fall comes around (...it's not time to go back to school and summer fun can distract you no longer!). You’re finally leaving school behind with a degree to enter the "real world," but you might not be... CONTINUE READING 10

It’s difficult to fathom that a decade has passed since the scarring attacks on September 11th. Though it’s been 10 years, the events of that fateful morning and all those who were lost against the backdrop of the marred NYC skyline are still at the forefront of our memories. This year, take a moment and pay tribute to a few... CONTINUE READING 7

We can all use kick-butt inspiration when it comes to our careers—and sometimes Hollywood comes through. Five of our fave movies featuring high-powered women characters: Baby Boom—Her no-nonsense ways made J.C. Wiatt (Diane Keaton) a success in the biz world, but when she inherits a baby, she loses her job. So she leaves Manhattan for Vermont, where she struggles…until she gets... CONTINUE READING 13