What broadway should I go see next week? -

I have never been to a broadway show before and have no idea which one to go and see. Can anyone help me out. I was thinking west story because I have seen the film, but my girlfriend wants to see Lion King.

Wicked or Hair . Both my favorites and i ve seen almost all of them.She ll love Mamma Mia too.

Doubt you ll be able to get tickets to Lion King - seems I heard it s sold out for months. That s probably the case with any of the major, popular shows, too. If you do a search for Broadway tickets you should get some leads for sites that might tell you what s available. Or, try the TKTS site. You have to stand in line to get tickets through them [either in Time Square or downtown] for the day of the show. One person keeps the place in line while the other goes to the board to see what s available. Tickets are about 50% off. The website has a list of recent availability, which doesn t necessarily mean they same shows will be available the day you re there.

Why are the tops of these pylons caved in like this? -

I took this picture in Sausalito, California -- in a waterside park I think called Dunphy Park. I was curious about these pylons there. What accounts for the rot pattern? Bugs? Animals -- woodpeckers? Or natural erosion?http://www.flickr.com/photos/93027850@N00/4118973456/in/set-72157622892776702Thanks!

I would say a combination of water sitting on top and the fact that preservatives don t penetrate heartwood very well would lead to the center rotting first. The pattern is very typical for pilings.

New York : travel in winter? -

going to New York late December-early January. What temperature averages during that time?? Is there snow or there isn t?l. Now making preparations please help. What type of clothes do you recommend? :D

Winter weather is rather unpredictable, but in general, you will find NYC to be cold in December and January. There may or may not be snow - but snow is rarely a major issue in New York. It doesn t snow all that often, and the City is very efficient at removing snow in all but unusually severe storms. And in mid-town Manhattan, the understreet utilities generate enough heat to keep the streets and sidewalks clearn. I would be more concerned about wind - in cold weather, the wind in New York can be brutal.Dress in layers so that if the weather is warmer than you expect (and it can be), you can shed something to be more comfortable. Opt for real shoes, or better yet, waterproof boots. Do not use sneakers because if there is snow, your feet will get wet. A hat will do more to keep you warm than just about anything else you might wear.

Oh man, every year is different... I remember last year - new years - wasn t too cold (I think the 30 s-40 s). But no matter the temperature around this time of year, the clothes will be the same, except for the type of coat you ll wear - either really heavy (fur with hood) or down jacket.Clothes - no matter what, warm sweaters, preferably turtle necks (but remember you want to be able to take off some layers because stores will be very warm), jeans/pants (optional thermals underneath it)And definitely UGG type boots. You can wear this every day in the winter

Be prepared to freeze if you want to travel light. Carry good amount of winter protective gear, as the temperature will fall during those months. Snow, probably, but hardly a worry really. Predicting the New York weather is like playing roulette, be ready for the odds.

Temperatures can be in the 20s and even lower in January. Bring a heavy winter coat, sweaters, scarfs, gloves and hats. Though it is unusually warm right now for this time of year.

To keep warm stand next to the roasted chestnut guys on Seventh Avenue and wear a winter coat.