Explore the life and impact of Brooklyn-born Ruth Bader Ginsburg - the trailblazing Supreme Court Justice and cultural icon - at a new exhibit at the New York Historical Society. Notorious RBG, one of her many accolades, is also the name of the exhibit, on view starting Friday, Oct. 1. Notorious RBG: The Life and Times of Ruth Bader Ginsburg features personal artifacts, … [Read more...] about Ruth Bader Ginsburg Exhibit at New York Historical Society
51+ Free & Cheap Things to Do in NYC This Weekend
As always, there's so much to do on a NYC weekend, including on this first weekend of Autumn. Top of our list is the gi-normous Global Citizen Live concert in Central Park, plus FREE museum admission, Broadway shows are open again, the only corn maze in town is open, the annual Feast of San Genarro wraps up in Little Italy, and so much more. All our events are … [Read more...] about 51+ Free & Cheap Things to Do in NYC This Weekend
Update: Fast Food Deals & Discounts Through October
There are some great meal deals now through October at fast food and fast casual chains, to help you stretch your strained budget whether you are eating alone or feeding a hungry crew. Our list includes $5 appetizers at Red Lobster on National Lobster Day, a new smoked brisket choice at Chipotle, FREE donuts from Krispy Kreme when you show proof of a Covid vaccination, and … [Read more...] about Update: Fast Food Deals & Discounts Through October
Getting Around: To and From NYC Airports
Since so many of us have not traveled for a while, and with so many tourists returning to NYC, we've updated the choices for getting to and from NYC airports, including prices and travel times. Depending on which airport and which way you choose, it can cost anywhere from $2.75 to $100 or more. Here are the inexpensive alternatives for the frugal jet-setter who wants to … [Read more...] about Getting Around: To and From NYC Airports
National Lobster Day: Where to Eat in NYC
National Lobster Day is Saturday, September 25, and some restaurants are offering special lunch and dinner deals, including for an entire Lobster Week. But anytime is a great time for enjoying these tasty crustaceans. Chow down at one of these locally owned and operated lobster outposts in NYC and eat better and cheaper than at the national seafood chains. Whether you … [Read more...] about National Lobster Day: Where to Eat in NYC
Where to See the Best Fall Foliage in Manhattan
What's your favorite season in NYC? For many of us, it's Autumn and Fall Foliage season, when NYC parks and gardens turn technicolor shades of yellow, red and orange. Here are the best places in Central Park and elsewhere in Manhattan to see fall foliage, including virtual guided walks, fall color cams and more. And since these are NYC parks, it is FREE to … [Read more...] about Where to See the Best Fall Foliage in Manhattan
Buy and sell LEGO parts, sets, minifigures
Toys on the cheap: If there's a LEGO fanatic in your family, as there is in mine, this discount website marketplace is a great place to buy, sell or trade LEGO parts, sets and mini figures, including replacement pieces that went missing over the busy summer months. Consider BrickLink as a kind of an eBay or Craigslist for the popular toy brand. BrickLink also has a … [Read more...] about Buy and sell LEGO parts, sets, minifigures
New Menu Items at Fast Food Chains
Tasty Tuesday: Do you love cheeseburgers, seafood, pizza, tacos or crispy chicken? Then you are in luck, because Nathan's Famous, Red Lobster, Pizza Hut and Taco Bell are adding those new menu items to tempt the tastebuds without breaking the budget. That's in addition to the fast food deals and discounts through October at several other chains, including FREE … [Read more...] about New Menu Items at Fast Food Chains
Climate Week NYC 2021 100+ FREE Events
Climate Week NYC coincides with the annual September session of the UN General Assembly this week, with 100+ live and virtual events, including the blockbuster Global Citizen Live concert in Central Park. American Museum of Natural History is hosting four family-friendy events. Those first, followed by events sponsored by Climate Week NYC and other … [Read more...] about Climate Week NYC 2021 100+ FREE Events
Gridlock Alert Days 2021
Gridlock Alert Days are the busiest traffic days of the year in Midtown, Midtown East and Downtown. The first of the 2021 season are this week, to coincide with the UN General Assembly, followed by additional days around Thanksgiving and Christmas. Please walk, bike or take public transportation whenever possible on Gridlock Alert Days, whether you are traveling for work, … [Read more...] about Gridlock Alert Days 2021
