Book Corner
Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist J.R. Moehringer recounts growing up in Publican’s bar in Manhasset in his new memoir, The Tender Bar.
There’s a restaurant and bar in Manhasset called Edison’s. Within the last few months, a sign went up in the front window that reads, “Do you know where the old Publican’s used to be?” As a longtime Manhasset resident, I know that the restaurant used to be called Publican’s, but the wording of the sign seemed strange – until I read The Tender Bar, a beautifully written account of one boy’s coming-of-age under achingly difficult circumstances.
FYI
Foodies, business travelers and spa fans can all find notes of interest in this month’s FYI.
Health
Calcium has been in the spotlight for years, but now it is time for its relative magnesium to take center stage. This month, get the latest research news and how you can incorporate this important mineral in your diet.
For several years, a great deal of attention has been paid to the significant effect that calcium has on your bones. Highly touted as an important factor in building and maintaining strong, healthy bones and teeth, calcium is prominently displayed on grocery store and pharmacy shelves. The array of food, chewables, pills, drinks, bars and powdered forms of calcium that are available in varying doses and quantities makes maintaining your calcium intake relatively simple to achieve.
Profile
Darla Shine went from a career woman, to a miserable stay-at-home mom, to a not-so-desperate housewife. In her new book, Happy Housewives, she shares what caused the changes, why others should follow suit and how to do so.
Is it your turn to suggest a selection for your book club? Well, March is National Women’s History Month, and perhaps a classic tome is in order. The recent passing of Betty Friedan might lead you to consider her landmark book The Feminine Mystique, complete with the chapter called “The Happy Housewife Heroine.” Of course, Ms. Friedan was hardly encouraging her readers to embrace that identity.
Happenings
Consult our extensive guide to what’s new and interesting in the arts, education and more this month on the Island.
Support Groups
An extensive listing of Long Island area support groups primarily geared toward women.
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