The Radar: New York’s Pop-Up Pianos, Norweigan Fjords by Kayak, U.S. Foodie Roadtrips
ByGiovanna Palatucci
June 09, 2011
- Sing for Hope—a non-profit organization that mobilizes professional artists in volunteer programs—is bringing back its Pop-Up Pianos campaign to New York City this summer. Beginning June 18, across the city 88 pianos will appear on the streets, inspiring impromptu concerts by Sing for Hope volunteers and other passersby. After the project is over, the pianos will be donated to schools, hospitals, and other community organizations. [Sing for Hope]
- The best way to experience Norway’s dramatic fjords may be by kayak. [The Independent]
- Hit the road this summer on one of these four food-centric road trips around the U.S. [BootsnAll]
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Photo courtesy of Sing for Hope
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