The growing art scene in Chelsea has organized itself into weekly FREE gallery shows that often include free wine and cheese, and always the chance to socialize and maybe even make a down payment on one of the artworks. Many smaller, independent galleries in Chelsea host free events for their new exhibitions or to celebrate an existing exhibition or artist. The free art … [Read more...] about NYC Free: Art Gallery Receptions
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NYC Free: Art Gallery Events in Chelsea
The growing art scene in Chelsea has organized itself into weekly FREE gallery shows that often include free wine and cheese, and always the chance to socialize and maybe even make a down payment on one of the artworks. Many smaller, independent galleries in Chelsea now host free events for their new exhibitions or to celebrate an existing exhibition or artist. The free … [Read more...] about NYC Free: Art Gallery Events in Chelsea
NYC cheap eats: Chock Full o’ Nuts all-day breakfast
The demise of Prime Burger, mid-Manhattan's classic and award-winning coffee shop -- because the building's new owner kicked them out -- is making us all feel nostalgic for the classic luncheonettes and burger joints that remain. Lucky for us, Chock Full o' Nuts has returned, with the first of several planned locations in Chelsea. And it's still a bargain. Check out the … [Read more...] about NYC cheap eats: Chock Full o’ Nuts all-day breakfast
Best NYC happy hours: Hill Country BBQ
The best thing about happy hour at Hill Country BBQ is that you don't need to wear cowboy boots or talk in a Texas twang to enjoy it. Every day, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. and again 10 p.m. to closing, there are 2 for 1 PBR, $2 well shots, $5 well drinks, and $5 house margaritas. Hill Country also has meal deals, including all you can eat ribs or brisket on Mondays for $25, and a live … [Read more...] about Best NYC happy hours: Hill Country BBQ
Best happy hour: Tequila Chitos in Chelsea
Family-owned Tequila Chitos is a Chelsea favorite, and not just for its traditional guacamole, prepared at your table. Its also got one of the best happy hours in town, with $3 frozen Margaritas, pina coladas and beers. There's also a free buffet of Mexican favs. The Tequila Chitos happy hour is 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., Monday to Friday, at 358 West 23rd St., between Eighth and … [Read more...] about Best happy hour: Tequila Chitos in Chelsea
NYC Free and Frugal iPhone iPad iTouch app
It may be the best $1.99 bargain on the planet. NYC Free and Frugal is the newest app for the iPhone, iPad and iTouch, just pubished and avialable for download on the iTunes store. NYC Free and Frugal information on more than 100 cheap eats and shopping, plus free museums, theater, street festivals and other attractions in all five boroughs -- Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, … [Read more...] about NYC Free and Frugal iPhone iPad iTouch app
Bridezilla Alert: Kleinfeld’s Annual Bridal Gown Sample Sale
Kleinfeld's is the largest bridal store in NYC, maybe even the world. And every year, they clear sample wedding dresses and bridal gown from the likes of designers including Nicole Miller, Reem Acra and Badgley Mischka. Plus shoes, because you gotta dance at your own wedding, and other items. It's by appointment only, no free-for-all such as at the annual Filene's Basement … [Read more...] about Bridezilla Alert: Kleinfeld’s Annual Bridal Gown Sample Sale
Movies About Newspapers Headline Film Forum Retrospective
The Hollywood version of news and the newspaper business ranges from screwball comedies to serious films that document real headlines. The entire range -- from the craziness of the 1928 "The Front Page" to the insider look at the scandal that brought down the Nixon White House in the 1976 "All the President's Men" -- is being featured in a special retrospective at the Film … [Read more...] about Movies About Newspapers Headline Film Forum Retrospective
