MOST RECENT ARTICLES BY:

Jo B. Hoffman

  1. Market ForcesA lot of flea markets disappeared as the boom years turned vacant lots into towers (though we hear that the Upper West Side’s P.S. 9 flea will […]
  2. Take Up a CollectionOne man’s junk is another’s treasure— and a great dealer helps with hunting and gathering better than anyone. Whether you’re looking for a […]
  3. Sweet CharityYou’ve picked the perfect bauble for everyone from your baby-sitter to your brother-in-law. Why not play Santa Claus to someone you don’t know? […]
  4. Party Like It’s 1999Whether you’re finally getting married or you’re just calling a few people for cocktails, you should know that a party isn’t just a party anymor […]
  5. Goodwill HuntingShopping for a good cause – and surprisingly good, cheap clothes, furniture, and other miscellaneous castoffs – at the city’s thrift shops.