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You’ll Find Mamdani’s New Nightlife Director on the Dance Floor

On any given weekend, you'll find Eric Thor taking the L train to Montrose, grabbing a hydration drink and Altoids at the corner bodega, and making his way to any number of parties, clubs, and DIY warehouse venues throughout East Williamsburg and Bushwick. There, you'll find him in a tank top, worn-in Converse, and a white shell choker, dancing right in front of the DJ decks to disco, house, and techno. Fast-forward to later in the week, and you'll find him interviewing Knicks fans outside Madison Square Garden about taxing the rich or supporting State Assembly Member Diana Moreno at a local event in Queens.

New York, NY · 7h

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This New Jersey Bakery Brings Traditional Polish And European Baking Together In The Most Delicious Way

On one Fat Thursday, this bakery reportedly sold around 40,000 paczki. That’s not a typo, and yes, that’s a lot of dough. The founder learned his craft at sea in the 1940s. He studied under French, Italian, and Polish bakers aboard a ship sailing between Genoa and New York.

Passaic, NJ · 12h

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New York Has No Shortage Of Italian Restaurants, But This Neighborhood Gem Is Something Special

New York and Italian food go together like pasta and Parmesan. But every now and then, a little neighborhood spot comes along and makes you wonder how many great meals you’ve been walking past. And honestly, I’m always suspicious of a place that makes me forget to check my...

New York, NY · 1d

Gothamist

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A good bet: New Yorkers are lining up to become casino dealers

At the Big Deal Casino Academy Learn to deal blackjack and you'll always been employed. [ more › ]

New York, NY · 1d

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Staten Island Regulars Swear These 6 Pizzerias Beat Anything In Manhattan

Ask anyone from Staten Island where to get the best slice in New York City, and they probably won’t point you toward Manhattan. The island has quietly built some of the most loyal pizza crowds in the five boroughs, with thin crusts, Sicilian squares, and clam pies that keep families coming back for decades.

Staten Island, NY · 2d

Bangor Daily News

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At Sing Sing prison, incarcerated men get preview of new PBS documentary on nation’s justice system

OSSINING, New York (AP) — As the lights dimmed inside the chapel at the Sing Sing Correctional Facility in New York, around 30 incarcerated men sat scattered across the pews, waiting to preview a new docuseries on the history of the nation’s criminal justice system. Our Lady of Hope chapel was soon abuzz with discussion, […]

New York, NY · 14h

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NJPAC Unveils 2026 Holiday Lineup With Music, Dance, and New Outdoor Market

The New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC) has announced its December holiday lineup. It includes six performances, a free Kwanzaa celebration, and a new outdoor Holiday Market, according to The Local Girl. Six shows fill the schedule: Christmas With Canadian Brass, The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight, The Nutcracker, Sacred Visions:...

Newark, NJ · 2d

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Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade will soon celebrate its 100th edition: Which stars are in the lineup?

NEW YORK (AP) — Megan Moroney, Teddy Swims, Queen Latifah, Keke Palmer, Jimmy Fallon & The Roots and JoJo will help celebrate the 100th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade this year, a lineup that includes a record-breaking, very appropriate 100 inflatables in the sky, including Bluey, Mickey Mouse and Hello Kitty. The parade will begin at 8:30 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day in all time zones and will feature a tribute to Dolly Parton led by Megan Hilty, and special appearances by Melissa Joan Hart, Jack McBrayer, Janet McTeer, Holly Robinson Peete and Rodney Peete, all leading the way for Santa Claus. Performances will also include EJAE, Indigo Girls, Natalie Merchant, Baha Men, Natasha Bedingfield, Blues Traveler, DEVO, Feid, Mckenna Grace, Icona Pop, Il Volo, Wyclef Jean, Jamie Miller, Ryan Peter Murphy, Leslie Odom Jr., Anthony Ramos, RIIZE and Smash Mouth. The familiar TV hosts — Savannah Guthrie, Hoda Kotb and Al Roker from the “Today” show — will return on NBC and Peacock. A Spanish-language simulcast on Telemundo will be hosted by the network’s Andrea Meza, Aleyda Ortiz and Clovis Nienow. “For our 100th parade, we’re creating a celebration of unprecedented scale and will deliver an unforgettable Thanksgiving for millions across

New York, NY · 9h

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The largest metropolitan zoo in the U.S. is transforming into a glowing wonderland of 400+ animal lanterns, and for the first time, you can see sloths and crocodiles after dark

The Bronx Zoo is about to look very different after sunset! Starting Nov. 21 , the 265-acre zoo is transforming into a glowing wonderland of more than 400 animal lanterns , and this year, for the first time, Holiday Lights guests can head inside some of its animal houses after dark . Bronx Zoo: Holiday Lights Tickets 5 (2 reviews) 21 November 2026 10:00 + more dates Bronx Zoo From $30.00 That means you can spot sloths and sand cats in the nocturnal World of Darkness , come face to face with crocodiles and anacondas in the reptile house , and pet alpacas and goats in the Children’s Zoo , all while the rest of the park twinkles away outside. Already shaping up to be one of NYC’s top Christmas experiences, it all kicks off in just a matter of weeks. We have all of the details about this year’s rendition before it sells out. Sloths, crocodiles and alpacas after dark According to the Wildlife Conservation Society , this is the festival’s “ most expansive offering yet.” Three spots stay open at night for the first time this season: World of Darkness: the zoo’s reverse light cycle exhibit, home to

Bronx, NY · 1d

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New York City Chipotle customer goes in for a bowl. What the worker says when he asks for rice makes him leave mid-order for pizza: ‘Do better’

'Haven’t been to chipotle in 5 years after having this problem.'

New York, NY · 2d

The Cool Down

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Traveler spots unusual added charge on receipt after buying book at JFK Airport

"You need to be checking your receipt for everything, everywhere."

New York, NY · 1d

Gothamist

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Manhattan’s East Side loses another movie theater to development

The lights have gone out at Cinema 123 by Angelika. Cinema 123 by Angelika closed on Oct. 30 after more than 60 years of business. [ more › ]

Manhattan, NY · 2d

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A Burger Chain Is Bringing New Cocktails, Happy Hour, and Burgers to New York

Burger Village adds two new locations to its New York presence. The restaurants will include burgers, American food, cocktails, draft beer and larger dining spaces. They will also introduce happy hour deals and an updated menu across all Burger Village locations. Burger Village to Open New Bar & Grill Locations...

New York, NY · 8h

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Art Week NYC Has Officially Kicked Off at the Met

Dozens of leaders from the New York art and political worlds rubbed shoulders at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on Tuesday morning at the launch of Art Week NYC , a citywide gathering celebrating New York’s leading galleries, institutions, and cultural spaces, organized by ARTnews , Art in America , and Artforum . The inaugural event takes place from November 11–14, 2026. Audi Reveals How Much Its Nuvolari Supercar Will Cost The distinguished roster of speakers included Julie Menin, City Council Speaker; City Council Deputy Speaker Nantasha Williams; Manhattan Borough President Brad Hoylman-Sigal ; New York State Senator Jose Serrano; and City Council member Virginia Maloney. In attendance were VIPs like advisor Augusto Arbizo; MoMA PS1 director Connie Butler; Lisson Gallery international director Alex Logsdail; Arts Council England chairman Nicholas Serota; and Simone Subal, senior director at Paula Cooper Gallery, along with ARTnews/Art in America editor Sarah Douglas and publisher Erica Lubow Necarsulmer as well as Artforum co-editor Rachel Wetzler and publisher Danielle McConnell. The gathering took place in the light-filled Charles Engelhard Court, anchored by the Neoclassical facade of the Second Branch Bank of the United States (1822–24) and featuring sculptures by American artists such as Daniel Chester French,

New York, NY · 1d

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In 1902, Manhattan’s iconic Bank of the Metropolis opened at 31 Union Square West; 124 years later, the historic space is transforming into a $17-a-person high-tech darts and cocktail hub

New York City’s entertainment scene is getting an upgrade inside one of Manhattan’s most notable architectural addresses. If you love a little friendly competition with your cocktails, you will want to check out the newest arrival in Union Square . Flight Club New York is officially opening its doors on Wednesday, November 11 . The sprawling 10,700-square-foot venue is taking over the historic 1902 Bank of the Metropolis building at 31 Union Square West . Locals will quickly recognize the grand address as the former home of the iconic Blue Water Grill. Now, the two-story space is being completely reimagined into a high-energy hub for Social Darts , elevated dining, and incredible interior design. A historic space with ‘Victorian fairground’ vibes The in-house design team beautifully preserved the building’s original architectural details to make sure the venue feels uniquely New York. You can expect to see stunning marble floors, decorative cornicing, and ornate ceilings alongside floral millwork. They layered in a playful, carousel-inspired aesthetic with warm wood finishes and antique furnishings. Guests are even greeted by a vintage carousel horse upon arrival. Keep an eye out for fun New York Easter eggs hidden in the artwork. You might spot Yankees

New York, NY · 2d

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Should You Stake Young Trees in New York Before Winter Winds Hit?

A young tree that gets shaken by the wind often grows a thicker, tougher trunk than one held perfectly still. Scientists even have a name for this, thigmomorphogenesis, which is a mouthful for plants responding to touch. That still amazes me, because so many of us rush out with stakes...

New York, NY · 1d

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Studio 54, Warhol and Halston Come to Roslyn Harbor as the Nassau County Museum of Art Opens NYC Glam on Nov. 21

Studio 54 is coming to Roslyn Harbor. On Saturday, November 21, 2026, the Nassau County Museum of Art opens three exhibitions at once inside the Frick mansion, and two of them are about the same thing: New York City after dark, from the 1960s through the 1980s. All three run through March 7, 2027.

New York, NY · 2d

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Emma Stebbins, New York’s First Woman to Win a Public Sculpture Commission

Emma Stebbins was born in New York City in 1815, the daughter of a banker, and trained as a painter. By 1843 she was an associate of the National Academy of Design. In 1857, in her early 40s, she moved to Rome, where she turned to sculpture and joined the American and British artists working in marble there. There she met the American actress Charlotte Cushman, who became her partner for the rest of Cushman’s life.

New York, NY · 1d

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A Famous New York Café Brought Its Breakfast Favorites To New Jersey, Including A Taylor Ham Sandwich

A Manhattan café crossed the Hudson and immediately said Taylor Ham. Not pork roll. That one word choice tells you this spot did its homework before opening in New Jersey. The sandwich stacks Taylor Ham, crispy potatoes, a runny fried egg, and American cheese on a Portuguese poppyseed roll. Potatoes inside a breakfast sandwich?

Jersey City, NJ · 2d