Web Directory

» Citizens Committee for New York City
   Supporting self-help and civic action to improve the quality of life in the city and its neighborhoods. Includes bulletin boards and links to resources including training and grants.
   http://www.citizensnyc.org

» City Chat: New York
   Active forum for discussion of topics related to the city.
   http://www.dslreports.com/forum/newyork

» Echo
   Online community.
   http://www.echonyc.com/

» Eye Gazing Parties
   Rapid dating scene with two minutes of eye contact and no talking before swapping to next date. Includes FAQ and profile of founder.
   http://www.eyegazingparties.com/

» GarbageScout.com
   Features map and photos, submitted by the public, of recyclable and reusable items found awaiting trash pick-up on New York City streets. Includes weblog and instructions for posting sightings from mobile phones.
   http://www.garbagescout.com/

» Jack Kerouac's New York
   A database of places in the city where the beat writer lived, roamed or drank.
   http://www.angelfire.com/zine/roadkicks/kerouac.html/

» NYCabbie
   See the sights of New York City through the eyes of New York City Cab drivers: over 70 photographs. Also tourist tips, taxi stories from around the world, and free advice service.
   http://www.nycabbie.com

» ParentsKnow.com
   The ultimate web experience for New York City parents. Search for information on all types of parenting resources, and fun, family activities.
   http://www.parentsknow.com/

» Per Scholas
   Provides computer training to seniors, and provides computers to low-income area schools. Collects, refurbishes, redistributes, or recycles, computers in the metro New York City area.
   http://www.perscholas.org

» Public Housing Spotlight on NYCHA
   Discusses issues seen that need to be addressed within the New York City Housing Authority, as well as explains its rules and regulations. Page includes online newsletters and links to related magazines.
   http://www.tenant.net/nycha/pub-hous/public-housing.html

» Romnight in New York
   Organizes Romanian-themed parties in the city. Includes upcoming events and party shots.
   http://www.romnights.com/

» Tenant Net
   Information, advice and advocacy for NYC residential tenants. Covers city and state landlord-tenant law and rights, social justice concerns, current issues, rent controls, and tenant associations. Includes forums, historical materials, and other resources
   http://tenant.net/

» The History Box: New York City
   Articles on the city's history, culture, and arts.
   http://www.thehistorybox.com/ny_city/main_directory_ny_city.html

» Urban Agenda
   An action-oriented public policy, research and advocacy organization dedicated to building a stronger and more diverse labor movement and a socially, environmentally, and economically just New York City.
   http://www.urbanagenda.org/