NYC is shutting down 22 streets to use as outdoor dining space on weekends, starting this weekend, to help support struggling restaurants and bars. There's at least one closed street in each borough, including in Chinatown, the Theater District and along Arthur Ave. in the Bronx. Another dozen or more corridors are expected to be added by mid-July. The closures are … [Read more...] about NYC Streets Closed for Outdoor Dining
Best of the Week Reads on NYC on the Cheap
Here is our Fourth of July holiday weekend round-up of top stories on NYC on the Cheap, in case you missed anything. We've always been about saving you money with news of NYC freebies and discounts. Now, we're also about keeping you safe and healthy in the greatest city on the planet. Since you are staying home more these days, here are some good reads and … [Read more...] about Best of the Week Reads on NYC on the Cheap
20 Ways to Celebrate the Fourth of July Weekend Virtually
Normally, we would be attending picnics and concerts and fireworks on the 4th of July. But since 2020 is not a normal year, here's how to celebrate the birthday of the USA virtually, at home, all weekend, including concerts, fireworks, a reading of the Declaration of Independence by NYC school children, debut of the movie version of Hamilton, and more. Friday, July 3 … [Read more...] about 20 Ways to Celebrate the Fourth of July Weekend Virtually
NYC High Line Re-Opens With Timed Entry
The popular High Line re-opens on Thursday, July 16, with new rules including FREE timed entry for social distancing, new operating hours, and requirements that all visitors walk in the same direction, south to north. Narrow paths and stairway entrances forced the park to close in March. It is one of NYC's most popular parks, welcoming more than eight million … [Read more...] about NYC High Line Re-Opens With Timed Entry
NYC Phase Three Re-Opening Guide
Indoor dining and drinking is off the table as NYC re-opens under Phase Three rules on Monday, July 6th, even as personal care services such as haircuts, manicures, massages and tatoos re-open. NYC Parks is reopening dog runs, basketball courts, tennis courts, volleyball courts, handball courts and bocce courts. However, organized team sports and group play remain high-risk … [Read more...] about NYC Phase Three Re-Opening Guide
Virtual Summer Camps for Kids
The kids have cabin fever, and so do you. Keep everybody occupied, interested and even learning, with these FREE and cheap virtual summer camps, including online dance classes, museum field trips, arts and crafts and more. Programs are age-specific, for kids and teens 4-18. We're listing the FREE programs first, then the cheap ones. NY Public Library All summer … [Read more...] about Virtual Summer Camps for Kids
New York Historical Society to Re-Open With Outdoor Exhibit
The New York Historical Society, the oldest museum in NYC, plans to re-open on August 14 with a FREE outdoor exhibit in the museum courtyard chronicling New York City under quarantine. Indoor exhibits are scheduled to re-open in September. “Hope Wanted: New York City Under Quarantine” features more than 50 photographs along with audio interviews with the subjects of the … [Read more...] about New York Historical Society to Re-Open With Outdoor Exhibit
Broadway Shows Closed Permanently or Postponed
The announcement earlier this week by The Broadway League that NYC theatres will remain dark through at least January 3, 2021, is a disappointment to all of us fans of the best live theater on the planet. Some shows have shuttered permanently, others hope to re-open in Spring or Fall 2021. Here is a list of shut downs and postponements via Playbill: Broadway Shows Shut … [Read more...] about Broadway Shows Closed Permanently or Postponed
Fast Food Deals in July Include Free Coffee & Slurpees & Pizza by Shaquille O’Neal
Times continue to be tough these days for so many of us, so it's good to know that there are meal deals around. Here's what fast food chains are offering now. Order online and pick-up at your favorite locations for the best deal. We update this list at the start and the middle of the month. See our Helpful Resources page for more vital food information … [Read more...] about Fast Food Deals in July Include Free Coffee & Slurpees & Pizza by Shaquille O’Neal
ICYMI: News You Missed in June
ICYMI – Here is our monthly recap of recent NYC news you might have missed during the last few weeks. As usual, our list is is a mix of good news and bad, with a combination of real estate, transportation, entertainment and shopping news. We always identify our sources, too. No fake news, sarcasm, leaks, collusion, quid pro quo, temper tantrums or witch hunts on … [Read more...] about ICYMI: News You Missed in June
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