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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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Just a Few Valentine’s Day Ideas

In honor of Valentine’s Day we rounded up a few options that have come to our attention for celebrating the day as a couple or with your single friends.

Since Valentine’s Day falls on a Monday, you can bet that Petite Abeille will be offering its half-off Belgian beer special.  They do have a [...]

More Valentine’s Day Parties This Saturday

We’ve written about various events around town for singles during this Valentine’s Day weekend, so it’s only fitting that we end the week with a few more ideas. On Saturday night you can check out Public House for their Valentine’s Day Eve Bash. Ladies drink for free from 9-10 pm and both ladies [...]

Looking For Your Millionaire Matchmaker?

The girls and I with one of our favorite matchmakers, Steve Ward

Did this season’s Tough Love make you want to find your very own matchmaker?  If you want to try your luck with a matchmaker, check out Sublime Matchmaking.  The service is free for women, and guys, the owner, Deborah, will give [...]

Meet Your Valentine at the Sunburnt Cow!

If you are still hoping to find that special someone this weekend, check out the Sunburnt Cow on Sunday.  This East Village eatery is offering a two hour open bar for $20.  Also included is an ice luge where you can indulge in some shots, and after things get a little hazy, you can [...]

Celebrate Being Single at Village Pourhouse!

Looking for something fun to do Saturday and Sunday that doesn’t scream “couples”?  Check out the Upper West Side’s Village Pourhouse.  They have two parties this weekend catered to singles that could be a good time.

On Saturday check out the Black Hearts Party, starting at 10 p.m.  Ladies, you’ll receive a rose with [...]

Single for Valentine’s Day? Check out the Singles Ball!

Don’t have a guy or girl for Valentine’s Day? Check out the Valentine’s Day Singles Ball at the Upper East Side’s Southern Hospitality on Saturday night. The party will feature a DJ and a 4 hour premium open bar from 10-2 a.m. for $45.  Not up for an open bar?  There will be specialty cocktail [...]

Deal Alert! Get a Date and a Free Drink!

Need a date for Valentine’s Day? Or at least a free drink after a Monday at work? Well, you’re in luck!

Time Out New York (TONY) is teaming up with Thom Bar in Soho to host its annual Singles Bash on Monday from 6-9 pm, just in time for you to find [...]

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