Ripleys Believe it or Not

January 26th, 2013

 

 

This past weekend, Teenz in the City went to Ripleys Believe It Or Not in Times Square. We used google maps on our iphones to determine the travel route and address to Times Square. Upon arrival, we were amazed by the exhibit, in particular the tallest man, tongue curling mirror, six-legged cow, and a life-size albino giraffe. We learned that fact is indeed stranger than fiction!!! After the exhibit, we headed across the street for a lunch and engaged in conversation about all the new facts we learned. This outing was a really great time for all!!

Benihana- NYC
January 19, 2013

Back by popular demand, the teens requested a hibachi lunch at Benihana. We used safari to locate the exact address of the restaurant and took a taxi on the way there to practice hailing a cab, verbally communicating the address to the driver, and paying/determining an appropriate tip. At the restaurant, the group was amazed by the talented chef and his tricks! In particular, a volcano made out of onions was a crowd pleaser. The menu allowed each of the teens to select an option that they enjoyed. The teens used hopstop to figure out how to take the subway on the way home. They were very resourceful and followed the directions to be the leaders back to our home base!

Our Global Kitchen: Museum of Natural History

January 12, 2013
                            

This weekend, Teenz in the City had a great time visiting a very special exhibit called Our Global Kitchen: Food, Nature, Culture at the Museum of Natural History. During this exhibit, we learned about growing, transporting, cooking, eating, and celebrating food. The exhibit also examines contemporary issues of environmental and human health, food security, and feeding the world's growing population today and tomorrow. We even got to sample some delcious healthy treats and learned more about organic foods. The group used hopstop to travel to the museum. We engaged the group in a discussion regarding alternative routes and weekend train schedules. We reviewed how to purchase a metrocard from the metrocard machine. Fun, Friendships, learning & laughter was had by all!!

Our visit to the holiday train exhibit at Grand Central station

 December 15, 2012

On Sunday, Teenz in the City visited the eleventh annual holiday train exhibit at Grand Central station. The group was reminded to use their i-phones to determine the best travel route to Grand Central. We were impressed with how familiar the group is becoming with the subway system and knew which train we should take before looking direction up on hopstop! It shows that all their hard word is paying off. Upon arrival, we explored the Grand Central Terminal which we learned turns 100 in 2013 and we were able to enjoy this celebration! In a brand new layout built, model Metro-North and New York Central trains depart from a miniature Grand Central on their way North on a 34’ long, two-level layout. Vintage model trains from the Museum’s collection are on display joined by stunning New York Central railroad posters harkening back to Grand Central’s heyday as the nexus of long distance and commuter train travel. Afterwards, we explored the infamous food court for some delicious snacks and walked around the shopping area for some of their unique shops.

Holiday Market & French Fries for all!

 December 8, 2012

Teenz in the City had a great day together yesterday! We met at our meeting spot and engaged the group in a discussion regarding the weather as it was raining and our original plan for the day was to head to the Union Square holiday market which was an outdoor market. The group engaged in a good conversation on flexibility and change of plans due to weather! All members were very flexible and decided to give the holiday market a shot and if it started raining any harder we could easily leave the market. We engaged the group in some travel training, in particular a discussion on metro cards and how to check your balance of our metro cards using the machine and headed downtown via the 6 train to arrive to Union Square. Upon arrival, the group explored the Union Square holiday market and explored many different booths including art work, scarfs, gazets, gizmos, puppets & more! Afterwards, we worked up quite an appetite and headed to lunch at Wendy's in Union Square which won the group vote. It was great to be together and enjoy in the holiday spirit :)

We were our own chefs!

                                    
December 1, 2012

Teenz in the City had an awesome outing this past Sunday! The group practiced travel training skills by reviewing how to purchase a metrocard from the metro card machine and using hopstop to determine the best travel route to our outing location of Gyu-Kaku a Korean BBQ restaurant. We were able to cook our own food at our personal grill embedded in our table! The group determined that taking the subway uptown 2 stops would be the best travel route. Upon arrival to 51st street, the teens had hopstop open on the ipones and had to follow all the steps / directions to find the restaurant. They were very resourceful and did a great job! We sat down for a delicious feast of Korean BBQ. Since our group has several students in it who are true "foodies" and members who love to cook so we thought this outing was the perfect place to dine. The teens took some time looking over the menu to decide what they wanted to order, advocating for themselves asking the waitor many questions, as this was the first time the group was having Korean food. The group feasted on chicken, rice and grilled vegetables for our main course and ordered smores which we made right in front of us. We had a great time together and looking forward to the next outing!

Teensgiving

November 24, 2012

Teenz in the City shared our very first annual friendgiving outing this past week. The group worked on travel training using web applications and determined that the crosstown bus would be the quickest and most cost effective way to travel to Boston Market. We reviewed metro cards and the importance of being aware of one's surroundings while traveling on public transporation. The group dined at Boston Market to feast on some delicious pre Thanksgiving foods including turkey, mashed potatoes, corn bread and vegetables.  During lunch, we spoke about what we were thankful for this year and our plans for Thanksgiving. We are looking forward to our upcoming holiday sesason outings. Please inquire within for more information on our upcoming outings.