Sunbathing in Sheep Meadow
Summer is definitely my favorite season. I love the heat. I love that businesses often give employees more time off. I love that NYC empties out because so many people go to the Hamptons. It is a win/win situation. We have had some great weather as of late and so I have been doing lots of my favorite activity, namely, reading outside. One of the best places to read outside on a weekday is the Sheep Meadow in Central Park.
Sheep Meadow is on the West side of the park, near where Tavern on the Green used to be (around 65th street). It doesn’t open until 11 am so have a different plan if you are an early riser. Often it can take the guards a good half an hour to an hour to get around to opening all the gates. If you are one of the lucky first people into the Sheep Meadow I recommend running to the middle of it. This is the most space you will ever get to yourself on the Island of Manhattan. It is lovely. Even if you have to share with others, the Sheep Meadow is usually pretty empty on weekdays, so think about calling in sick, bringing a blanket and a book, and enjoying a great day in the park.
Be forewarned that on the weekends the Sheep Meadow can fill up. There will always be some space, but it might not be in the shade. I have even seen P. Diddy play ball with his kid (surrounded by 3 large security guards in suits and earpieces) and for the most part no one noticed. Trust me on this though, this is one New York City landmark that does not disappoint!
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