89th And Broke I'm a young professional living in Astoria (formerly of Williamsburg, the UES and Murray Hill - I move a lot!). I'm always looking for something fun to do or the best place to grab a drink and dinner at an affordable price around the city.
Have a suggestion? Email me at Laura AT 89thandbroke DOT com.
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By Laura, on April 3, 2013, 7:15 am
Visit Pinkberry between 11-2pm every Wednesday this April for a free Pinkberry Greek yogurt. All of the terms and conditions are here but these look pretty straight forward – one free yogurt per visit and only at participating locations. If you find a participating location, please let us [...]
By Laura, on March 26, 2013, 7:14 am
Remember yesterday when I told you about E-San Thai? Swing by E-San Thai today, March 26 from 3-5 pm in Murray Hill on 2nd Ave between 34th and 35th Street for a free sample of the following treats:
Whole sea bass Volcanic shrimp Green mango salad Chicken curry puff Steamed chicken dumpling Thai fish [...]
By Laura, on March 20, 2013, 7:32 am
Today marks the first day of spring – and therefore, it’s free Italian ice day at Rita’s Ice. Swing by Rita’s here in the city on Broadway and 93rd Street to enjoy a complimentary ice in the flavor of your choice.
By Laura, on January 15, 2013, 6:17 am
Visit Fort Lauderdale is taking over Rockefeller Center’s skating rink this Wednesday, January 16 from 8am – 2pm. Expect free ice skating, full-sized palm trees and beach umbrellas, calypso music and ice dancers in bikinis. Plus, sunglasses will be handed out and a few lucky folks will walk away with a free vacation at the [...]
By Laura, on December 18, 2012, 7:55 am
Want to enjoy a free spa treatment? Indulge in a day of complementary manicures, massages, facials, spray tanning, BOTOX consultations and more at The Spa at THE OUT NYC on Friday, December 21 from 11am to 6pm. THE OUT NYC is located at 510 West 42nd Street (42nd Street between 10th and 11th Aves). Reservations [...]
By Laura, on October 31, 2012, 9:52 am
A few days ago, a friend was talking about her Kindle and how she was looking for more books for it, when I taught her a trick – the library. If you have a library card anywhere in the country, chances are you have access to Overdrive, an online library where you can download [...]
By Laura, on September 6, 2012, 7:34 am
Looking for a delicious treat? Head to Yogorino this evening, 9/6, from 6-7 pm at 193 Bleecker Street between MacDougal and 6th. You’ll find Yogorino, an Italian frozen yogurt shop that offers one fro-yo flavor that is a combination of tart and sweet. Top it with one of the Italian gourmet sauces such as pistachio [...]
By Laura, on September 4, 2012, 7:18 am
Museum Day is going to be held at the end of the month on September 29 and you can receive free admission to a museum of your choice. Â So why am I telling you about this now? Well, you have to reserve your ticket. Â Simply fill out this form, and you and a guest [...]
By Laura, on August 27, 2012, 7:51 am
If you are looking for beers after work, swing by Burp Castle on Sundays, Mondays and Wednesdays from 5 – 6:30 pm. Why? Well, Burp Castle offers free pommes frites from Pommes Frites down the street. Typically, the fries show up sometime during this time, and are available until they are gone. Â Burp Castle [...]
By Caryn, on August 22, 2012, 6:08 am
Hi guys – it’s been a while! I’m back to tell you about a great even happening this Thursday, August 23rd with Two Boots pizza!
To celebrate its 25th anniversary, they’re putting on a FREE concert at the East River Park Amphitheater featuring Sierra Leone’s Refugee All Stars, Mamarazzi,  Odetta Hartman, Himalayas, and the Whiskeyhickon Boys, as [...]
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