The three things you need to know today in New York: Thu November 16

1. The Union Square Holiday Market opens today. There will be more than 150 vendors selling food and gifts.

2. The massive Whiskey Fest is taking over New York today. There will be seminars, meet-and-greets and booze samples, of course.

3. Attend Comic Book Movie Trivia at Alewife tonight. The competition covers all your favorite superhero movies. 

For more events, check in with Time Out throughout the day.