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Arts
fromHyperallergic
2 hours ago

The Museum Breathing Life Into New York's Downtown Performance Scene

The Leslie-Lohman Museum connects art with the needs of the queer community amidst political challenges.
Dining
fromwww.amny.com
6 hours ago

Taking back lunch in New York, one hour at a time | amNewYork

Lunch breaks are diminishing in New York, with many workers eating at their desks and skipping breaks altogether.
#brooklyn
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
6 hours ago

Brooklyn Natives Uncover The Spots Newcomers Always Miss

Riley and Oliver created The Brooklyn Mavens to showcase Brooklyn's authentic culture and support local businesses amid rapid changes in the borough.
Remodel
fromAol
4 days ago

This $1500 Renter-Friendly Wall Transformed a "Plain, Open Box" in Brooklyn

Kiron Akeem fulfilled a long-held dream of living in a loft in Brooklyn, transforming his space into a personal and professional growth opportunity.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
6 hours ago

Brooklyn Natives Uncover The Spots Newcomers Always Miss

Riley and Oliver created The Brooklyn Mavens to showcase Brooklyn's authentic culture and support local businesses amid rapid changes in the borough.
Remodel
fromAol
4 days ago

This $1500 Renter-Friendly Wall Transformed a "Plain, Open Box" in Brooklyn

Kiron Akeem fulfilled a long-held dream of living in a loft in Brooklyn, transforming his space into a personal and professional growth opportunity.
#car-free-earth-day
Environment
fromGothamist
1 day ago

NYC's car-free Earth Day returns April 25 with streets open across 5 boroughs

Dozens of streets in New York City will become pedestrian plazas for Car-Free Earth Day on April 25, promoting climate change awareness and sustainability.
Environment
fromGothamist
1 day ago

NYC's car-free Earth Day returns April 25 with streets open across 5 boroughs

Dozens of streets in New York City will become pedestrian plazas for Car-Free Earth Day on April 25, promoting climate change awareness and sustainability.
fromThe Strategist
12 hours ago

A Spring Guide to Shopping in New York City

The New Museum Store has reopened and is now more than twice its previous size, featuring artist-collaboration pieces and unique products like bodega-themed charms and specialty chocolates.
DC food
#diy
Renovation
fromApartment Therapy
11 hours ago

I Made a Cozy Backyard Hangout Spot Using Leftover Landscaping Materials

Building a paver patio using leftover materials can create a beautiful outdoor space, despite physical challenges.
Remodel
fromWIRED
4 days ago

15 Design-Forward DIY Tools Worth Upgrading to This Year

DIY has evolved into a significant cultural force, with the global market nearing a trillion dollars, driven primarily by cost-saving motivations.
NYC food
fromConde Nast Traveler
5 hours ago

20 New York City Dive Bars We Love

New York City's dive bars offer unique experiences with their quirks, rituals, and affordable drinks, making them beloved local hangouts.
OMG science
fromState of the Planet
3 days ago

Two Sustainability Students See Opportunity Hidden in Laundry-Induced Microplastic Pollution

Federal agencies are prioritizing microplastics in drinking water and launching initiatives to detect and remove them from the human body.
#community-service
fromFuncheap
5 hours ago
Mission District

"Manny's Neighborhood Trash Cleanup" w/ $1 Beer & Free Yoga Classes, Free Fries (SF)

fromFuncheap
5 hours ago
Mission District

"Manny's Neighborhood Trash Cleanup" w/ $1 Beer & Free Yoga Classes, Free Fries (SF)

fromFuncheap
5 hours ago
Mission District

"Manny's Neighborhood Trash Cleanup" w/ $1 Beer & Free Yoga Classes, Free Fries (SF)

fromFuncheap
5 hours ago
Mission District

"Manny's Neighborhood Trash Cleanup" w/ $1 Beer & Free Yoga Classes, Free Fries (SF)

Mission District
fromFuncheap
5 hours ago

"Manny's Neighborhood Trash Cleanup" w/ $1 Beer & Free Yoga Classes, Free Fries (SF)

Join a community trash pick-up event to improve the neighborhood and enjoy local discounts and brunch afterward.
Mission District
fromFuncheap
5 hours ago

"Manny's Neighborhood Trash Cleanup" w/ $1 Beer & Free Yoga Classes, Free Fries (SF)

Join a weekly neighborhood trash pick-up to improve the area and enjoy local discounts and brunch with friends.
Mission District
fromFuncheap
5 hours ago

"Manny's Neighborhood Trash Cleanup" w/ $1 Beer & Free Yoga Classes, Free Fries (SF)

Join a community trash pick-up event to improve the neighborhood and enjoy local discounts and brunch afterward.
Mission District
fromFuncheap
5 hours ago

"Manny's Neighborhood Trash Cleanup" w/ $1 Beer & Free Yoga Classes, Free Fries (SF)

Join a weekly neighborhood trash pick-up to improve the area and enjoy local discounts and brunch with friends.
NYC startup
fromAlleywatch
8 hours ago

#NYCtech Week in Review: 3/29/26 - 4/4/26

NYC Tech News highlights recent startup funding and developments, including Crosby, Blossom Health, Create Wellness, and Avo.
#new-york-city
Travel
fromGothamist
3 days ago

Travel is hell. You should staycation in New York.

New Yorkers can enjoy local alternatives to travel, avoiding long waits and high costs associated with vacations.
NYC food
from710 WOR
5 days ago

NYC Roadway Dining Season Kicks Off Wednesday | 710 WOR

New York City's outdoor dining program has significantly reduced, with only 500 setups approved for 2026 compared to over 8,000 during the pandemic.
Graphic design
fromApartment Therapy
1 day ago

This Item Designers Always Buy First at the Flea Market Will Make Your Home Look More Expensive

Designers prioritize art when shopping at flea markets for unique and affordable pieces.
fromAol
2 hours ago
Photography

31 photos that show what life looked like in 1985

1985 was characterized by iconic pop culture, fashion trends, and everyday life captured through ordinary photographs.
Coffee
fromTasting Table
3 hours ago

These 5 Plants Hate Coffee Ground Fertilizer - Here's What To Use Instead - Tasting Table

Used coffee grounds can enhance soil but may harm certain plants due to caffeine and acidity.
Fashion & style
fromEntrepreneur
4 hours ago

They Brought in $5K Per Weekend at Craft Fairs - Then $1.5M a Year - Thanks to an Unusual Business Model: 'Incredibly Fast Scale'

Chen and Wu launched Never Have I Ever, a beauty startup focused on wearable art, achieving $1.5 million in revenue and a 'Shark Tank' deal.
NYC music
fromTime Out New York
1 hour ago

MoMA PS1 is celebrating 50 years with a free block party

MoMA PS1 celebrates its 50th anniversary with a free block party on April 18, featuring art, music, and community programming.
New York City
fromNews 12 - Default
4 hours ago

Report finds nearly two-thirds of New Yorkers can't afford cost of living

Nearly two-thirds of New Yorkers cannot afford the true cost of living, prompting calls for public input on addressing affordability and racial inequity.
NYC politics
fromRoute Fifty
7 hours ago

Across New York, debate about the inevitability of driverless cars begins

Concerns about autonomous vehicles in New York focus on job displacement and lack of support for affected workers.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
6 hours ago

Largest NYC Coldwell Banker affiliate goes independent

MYNY, a new independent brokerage, focuses on agent development and local market expertise after leaving the Coldwell Banker franchise system.
fromConde Nast Traveler
7 hours ago

7 Best Hotels to Book in SoHo, New York's See-and-Be-Seen Neighborhood

In SoHo, people are always waiting in line for something, whether that's the latest sneaker drop or a croissant-donut hybrid. There's a palpable enthusiasm for the Next Big Thing.
Berlin
from24/7 Wall St.
8 hours ago

Plug Power Advances 4% on Biggest Electrolyzer Project Yet and Clear Path to Profitability

The headline catalyst is a Front-End Engineering Design contract awarded to Plug Power to supply a 275 MW GenEco PEM electrolyzer system for Hy2gen Canada's 'Courant' project in Baie-Comeau, Quebec. This project will utilize low-carbon electricity from Hydro-Quebec to produce green hydrogen, which will then be converted into low-carbon ammonia and decarbonized ammonium nitrate for use in the mining and agriculture industries.
Business
NYC parents
fromChalkbeat
13 hours ago

NYC's homeless students continue to struggle at school. Advocates want more funding and coordination.

Many children in NYC's homeless shelters struggle to enroll in school, leading to chronic absenteeism and academic setbacks.
#interior-design
Remodel
fromApartment Therapy
2 days ago

A Designer Transformed This Narrow Room Into a Venetian-Inspired Study (It Looks *So* Much Bigger Now!)

Transforming small spaces can create a sense of grandeur through strategic design choices.
Renovation
fromCurbed
2 days ago

Nick Poe's Houseplant Hot Spot

Poe creatively incorporates a bathtub into his loft's design, challenging traditional bathroom norms.
San Francisco
fromFuncheap
1 day ago

Baukunst First Fridays: Art, Music + Food (Bernal Heights)

Baukunst First Fridays is a free monthly event celebrating art, music, and food in San Francisco, fostering community engagement and artistic integrity.
SOMA, SF
fromFuncheap
2 days ago

Makers Market Local Artist Street Fair at Santana Row (San Jose)

Support small businesses by visiting the April Local Artist Street Fair at Santana Row featuring handmade goods from local makers.
Books
fromTime Out New York
2 days ago

This New York reading retreat is rethinking book clubs

Page Break offers a unique weekend retreat where strangers read a novel aloud together, fostering community and enhancing comprehension.
New York Islanders
fromCurbed
3 days ago

This Electric-Green Stream Is Actually a Good Thing

Clove Lakes Park in Staten Island faces odor issues linked to wastewater management, prompting investigations by environmental authorities.
fromBrooklyn Paper
4 hours ago

New York City's first Trans Art Fest showcases, connects and empowers trans artists * Brooklyn Paper

Carter Shocket stated, 'They kind of felt like they happened and then they were over, like it wasn't a long-lasting kind of project. It was just a flash-in-the-pan kind of thing.'
Brooklyn
fromTime Out New York
1 hour ago

Citi Bike is giving away unlimited free rides to New Yorkers for Earth Day

"Car-Free Earth Day is a reminder that we only have one planet-and that our streets play a critical role in our fight against climate change," said NYC DOT Commissioner Mike Flynn in an official statement.
Alternative transportation
#home-design
fromHyperallergic
13 hours ago

Art and Springtime in Upstate NY

A new report found that museums and cultural centers founded and led by people of color in the Northeast face severe staffing shortages, with over a third of responding institutions lacking a single full-time employee.
Arts
Environment
fromThe New Yorker
13 hours ago

Can Sponge Cities Save Us from the Coming Floods?

Flood control strategies are shifting from traditional barriers to more integrated, park-like solutions due to climate change impacts.
Dining
fromApartment Therapy
4 hours ago

I Didn't Want a Kitchen Island - This Alternative Worked So Much Better

A table and chairs can be a better kitchen solution than an island, providing seating and a casual dining space.
fromArchitectural Digest
2 hours ago

Outdoor Planters That Aren't So...Concrete

Bergs Potter takes the cake for me, closely followed by the majolica-like planters at Williams-Sonoma and a few stylish designs from Ferm Living and Pottery Barn. These planters lean home decor over plastic planters, making them weather-resistant, durable pieces even on a wind-whipped balcony or hurricane-sacked home garden.
NYC food
NYC music
fromThe Aquarian
6 hours ago

The Manhattan Beat: 50+ Awesome Live Music Events This Week in NYC

Over 50 concerts are recommended in New York City this week across various venues and genres.
Fashion & style
fromTravel + Leisure
12 hours ago

I Live in NYC, and These Are the 5 Spring Patterns I'm Seeing Everywhere-Plus, How I'm Styling Them for Travel

Spring fashion trends feature bold patterns like polka dots and colorful stripes, moving away from winter's muted colors.
New York City
fromGothamist
12 hours ago

Mamdani, Trump talk Sunnyside Yard building. Local residents ask, huh?

Sunnyside Yard housing project aims to create 12,000 homes, including affordable units, but faces skepticism from local residents.
Agriculture
fromTasting Table
1 day ago

13 Plants You Should Grow In A Laundry Basket Vegetable Garden - Tasting Table

Food insecurity drives people to grow their own food, even in small spaces like laundry baskets.
Remodel
fromApartment Therapy
2 days ago

An Interior Designer's Loft Has a $71 "Secret" and It's the Most Chic Clutter Solution

A chic mood board can be created inexpensively using just five items, making it a practical solution for displaying inspiring visuals.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
3 days ago

New Yorkers stopped composting after city stopped giving them fines, report shows

Enforcement of composting fines in New York City has decreased, leading to a significant drop in compost collection since 2025.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
10 hours ago

From beans to buzz: How Latte Da is redefining Bay Ridge's coffee scene * Brooklyn Paper

Latte Da offers a unique coffee experience in Bay Ridge, focusing on quality, community, and inventive flavors.
#los-angeles-art-week
#new-york
NYC food
fromTime Out New York
5 hours ago

You can now eat fish from the Hudson River. No, we are not kidding.

New York State now allows limited fish consumption from the Lower Hudson River due to reduced PCB levels.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 days ago

State Bill Would Stop Highway Expansions Near Vulnerable New Yorkers - Streetsblog New York City

New York State will halt highway expansions near public housing and asthma hotspots to protect vulnerable communities from pollution.
NYC food
fromTime Out New York
5 hours ago

You can now eat fish from the Hudson River. No, we are not kidding.

New York State now allows limited fish consumption from the Lower Hudson River due to reduced PCB levels.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 days ago

State Bill Would Stop Highway Expansions Near Vulnerable New Yorkers - Streetsblog New York City

New York State will halt highway expansions near public housing and asthma hotspots to protect vulnerable communities from pollution.
NYC music
fromGothamist
1 day ago

NYC's Easter Bonnet Festival draws huge crowd despite a drizzly weather

The Easter Parade and Bonnet Festival continues to bring joy to participants despite challenging weather and current societal struggles.
fromRemodelista
1 day ago

Quick Takes With: Elizabeth Starks - Remodelista

"We've spent the last six years building a farm and homestead from scratch here, which has become home to a restaurant, guesthouse, and brewery, chickens, ducks, two donkeys, and a small flock of dairy sheep."
Renovation
Agriculture
fromFuncheap
2 days ago

Social: Plant Swap

Participate in a plant swap by bringing seedlings, cuttings, or full-sized plants to exchange with other gardeners.
New York City
fromHoodline
3 days ago

NYC 3D Underground Maps Could Speed Construction

New York City is creating a 3D underground map to improve construction efficiency and reduce delays caused by buried utilities.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
3 hours ago

NYC health department has questions about the floating pool set for the East River

A floating pool project in New York aims to provide filtered East River water for swimming by summer 2027, despite ongoing delays.
#glen-cove
NYC food
fromAol
2 days ago

This Little-Known Waterfront Town in New York Is Pure Magic

Glen Cove, a charming waterfront town in New York, offers a unique blend of history, nature, and small-town appeal just an hour from the city.
NYC food
fromAol
2 days ago

This Little-Known Waterfront Town in New York Is Pure Magic

Glen Cove, a charming waterfront town in New York, offers a peaceful escape with historic sites, delightful dining, and stunning natural beauty.
NYC food
fromAol
2 days ago

This Little-Known Waterfront Town in New York Is Pure Magic

Glen Cove, a charming waterfront town in New York, offers a unique blend of history, nature, and small-town appeal just an hour from the city.
NYC food
fromAol
2 days ago

This Little-Known Waterfront Town in New York Is Pure Magic

Glen Cove, a charming waterfront town in New York, offers a peaceful escape with historic sites, delightful dining, and stunning natural beauty.
Renovation
fromGardenista
3 days ago

House of Three: NYC's New Event Space and Creative Studio

Kelsie Hayes transformed her floral business into a creative hub, House of Three, blending fashion and floral artistry in NYC.
New York City
fromGothamist
3 days ago

Reforms to 'wild west' private trash industry come to Manhattan's Chinatown

Manhattan's Chinatown will implement new trash reforms requiring businesses to use authorized waste companies by May 2024.
Remodel
fromApartment Therapy
4 days ago

This $1500 Renter-Friendly Wall Transformed a "Plain, Open Box" in Brooklyn

Kiron Akeem fulfilled a long-held dream of living in a loft after 13 years of aspiration.
Brooklyn
fromBrownstoner
4 days ago

Brooklyn Creative Reuse Opens at Industry City

Brooklyn Creative Reuse provides affordable art materials and creative classes while promoting sustainability by keeping art supplies out of landfills.
Mission District
fromsfist.com
3 days ago

Friends Who Bought Dirt Alley' Are Looking For 1,280 People to Help Transform It Into Public Art

A public art project will transform a barren alley in San Francisco's Sunset District into a 1,280-piece art quilt.
#architecture
Renovation
fromCurbed
4 days ago

The Architects' Carriage House That's a Study in Salvage

Colin and Leni Faber transformed a dilapidated carriage house into a functional home and design showcase using salvaged materials and innovative design.
Design
fromwww.archdaily.com
1 week ago

Artist Residence and Studio in NY / Horizontal Design

A six-year design journey began when director Bing Ju met artist Emily and her husband Wolf, who share a deep understanding of Eastern philosophy.
Renovation
fromCurbed
4 days ago

The Architects' Carriage House That's a Study in Salvage

Colin and Leni Faber transformed a dilapidated carriage house into a functional home and design showcase using salvaged materials and innovative design.
Design
fromwww.archdaily.com
1 week ago

Artist Residence and Studio in NY / Horizontal Design

A six-year design journey began when director Bing Ju met artist Emily and her husband Wolf, who share a deep understanding of Eastern philosophy.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

NYC community boards: What to know about these civic groups, how they operate and why there's a reform push

NYC Community Boards are essential for civic engagement, allowing residents to voice opinions and influence local governance.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
4 days ago

Summer Marathons in Painting and Drawing at the New York Studio School

The New York Studio School's Marathon program offers a transformative two-week intensive in drawing and painting, available online and in-person.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
1 day ago

How Manhattan's 'last queer bookstore' just might be saved by a Bushwick peer

The Bureau of General Services - Queer Division in Manhattan faces closure unless Hive Mind Books acquires it and raises funds.
NYC politics
fromNew York City, NY Patch
1 week ago

Your Vote Decides Which New York Neighborhood Fix Mamdani Will Tackle Next

Over 11,600 New Yorkers participated in the Mayor's Municipal Madness to select city projects for repair by Mayor Zohran Mamdani.
fromTime Out New York
2 days ago

8 best ways to celebrate Easter weekend in NYC

The annual Easter Bonnet and Parade Festival is all about the hats-lavishly decorated, from the exquisite to the outlandish. Anyone is welcome to join, just show up near St. Patrick's Cathedral at 10am on Easter Sunday to watch or saunter with the group up Fifth Avenue.
NYC food
Design
fromArchDaily
3 days ago

Cultural Centers Beyond the Building: 6 Unbuilt Projects Integrating Landscape

Cultural centers are evolving to reflect diverse architectural explorations and redefine public institutions' roles in various contexts.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
4 days ago

Youth Commons / Studio RE+N

A neglected rooftop in Songyang County transforms into a vibrant community commons despite initial design flaws and lack of facilities.
Arts
fromGothamist
6 days ago

A one-man psychedelic art empire thrives in Brooklyn

Alex Aliume's Brooklyn studio attracts thousands of visitors with his unique glow-in-the-dark art and immersive experiences.
Brooklyn
fromNews 12 - Default
3 days ago

Brooklyn mother says new apartment in East New York is in desperate need of repairs

A Brooklyn mother faces unaddressed repair issues in her new apartment, prompting her to reconsider moving in.
NYC food
fromConde Nast Traveler
3 days ago

How to Spend a Perfect Day in FiDi, One of NYC's Most Underrated Neighborhoods

Financial District offers a mix of local and tourist activities, making it a vibrant area beyond its daytime finance reputation.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
3 days ago

Choice Brooklyn Opens On Upper West Side

Choice Brooklyn has opened a new location on the Upper West Side, offering a variety of baked goods and sandwiches inspired by Southwestern France.
NYC food
fromLong Island, NY Patch
4 days ago

New Amagansett Coffee Shop + Book Fairies Milestone + WonderMom Box + Garden City PopUp Bagels

New businesses and community initiatives are thriving across Long Island, showcasing local entrepreneurship and support for under-resourced communities.
Brooklyn
fromGreenpointers
4 days ago

Greenpointers Spring Market Returns with Rooftop Views, $5 Drinks, 65+ Local Vendors, and FREE Activities (Sun, April 12) - Greenpointers

The Greenpointers Spring Market on April 12 fosters community engagement with local vendors, live music, and food in Greenpoint Loft.
NYC food
fromIslands
4 days ago

5 New York City Patio Bars With Affordable Happy Hours For Springtime Evenings - Islands

Finding affordable happy hour spots with outdoor seating in NYC enhances the experience of enjoying cocktails without overspending.
Design
fromFast Company
1 week ago

How the public changes spaces-and art-for the better

Public engagement enhances design, transforming spaces into vibrant community hubs that foster creativity and connection.
Arts
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 weeks ago

The Resource Exchange is Philadelphia's creative reuse center

The Resource Exchange in Philadelphia promotes creative reuse to reduce waste from the theater and film industry while supporting various creative endeavors.
fromBrooklyn Paper
5 days ago

Brooklyn Botanic Garden shakes off the winter blues with blooms and blossoms this spring * Brooklyn Paper

BBG in Bloom runs from April 1 to May 10, showcasing cherry blossoms, magnolias, and other spring flowers, with extended hours and special programs.
Brooklyn
frompatch.com
2 weeks ago

Free NYC Workshops Offer Art, Language, Tech And Business Skills

Canvas Cafe offers a relaxed painting session honoring Frida Kahlo, featuring guided art-making and conversation, scheduled for March 21 at Fort Washington Library.
Arts
Brooklyn
fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago

I've Lived in NYC for 15 Years and This Is the Neighborhood Most Travelers Miss-With Incredible Dining and Skyline Views

Williamsburg, Brooklyn offers vibrant restaurants, nightlife, and views of Manhattan, making it a must-visit destination beyond Manhattan.
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