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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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You CAN Play Mini-Golf in NYC

I’ve been dying to play mini-golf for a while. So when I found myself in the city on Sunday with no plans I suggested to my boyfriend that a mini-golf date was in order.

Since we live in Queens, we decided to check out the mini-golf course in Flushing Meadows. It was right next to Citi Field [...]

Revisiting the Review: NYC Public Pools

It’s official! The pools are open here in NYC, but every time I suggest we go swimming in the neighborhood pool, I get an “ew. I don’t want to be swimming in a see of pee.”

Well, I tried it last year, I did not get sick and in fact, I survived and [...]

Deal Alert! Discounted Ice Skating at Rockefeller Center!

Missed the cheap ice skating at Rockefeller Center earlier this year? Now through April, The Rink offers $7.50 admission and skate rentals every Tuesday.  This promotion is in honor of The Rink’s 75th anniversary.  Thanks to New Yorkology for the tip.

Deal Alert! Discounted Tickets to See the Fab Faux!

If you’re looking for something different to do this weekend, consider seeing the Fab Faux, a Beatles tribute band on Saturday night. Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises and World Yacht are presenting the outdoor concert at Pier 81 at 41st Street at 8 pm. The band is supposed to be excellent and the setting will make [...]

Swim for Free in NYC

Yesterday, I spent the day at the pool.  As someone who has lived in New York for four years, I realize how weird it sounds to say that.

You can swim in more than 54 free pools in NYC.  The pools are open from 11am – 7pm, and are closed daily from 3-4 pm [...]

Deal Alert! Free Yoga Classes Tomorrow in Times Square (and more)!

Tomorrow the Times Square Alliance and lucy® activewear will be celebrating the longest day of the year by offering free yoga classes at “lucy® Solstice in Times Square.”  You’re welcome to join whether you’re an experienced yogi or a newbie, as these classes are designed for all levels.  However I think it’d be especially [...]

Deal Alert! Free Ice Skating!

Ice Skating in '08

Over the years, I’ve had a love-hate relationship when ice skating in NYC.  I had a horrific time once at the Natural History Museum’s “ice” rink, and then really loved my experience at Lasker Rink.  This ice skating deal though, I can’t help but love.

Clear, a new 4G [...]

Ice Skating Attempt, Take 3

This weekend, the boyfriend and I attempted to go ice skating again.  After a disappointing time at the Natural History Museum’s ice rink, we were determined to find the perfect ice skating rink in NYC.  Since we were in the Bryant Park area, we checked out the Pond.  Now the Pond boasts [...]

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