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Anna Rahmanan

Anna Rahmanan

Anna Rahmanan is the news editor at Time Out New York and she has been with Time Out since 2016.

Born and raised in Milano, Italy, Anna’s travel bug has taken her all around the world. Read more of her work at https://www.annabenyehuda.com. You can follow her on Twitter at @AnnaRahmanan or on Instagram at @AnnaBYRahmanan.

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The best sample sales in NYC this week

The best sample sales in NYC this week

New year, new you—and it all starts with a revamped closet. Don't get anxious, though: turn to the best sample sales in NYC to buy some very good finds that won't break your wallet.  Every week, the city’s fashionistas flock to top-notch sample sales to grab beautiful frocks at a fraction of their original price, plus accessories, outerwear, shoes, home finds and more—why not take a page out of their book to work on a brand-new wardrobe?

The best outdoor art in NYC this spring

The best outdoor art in NYC this spring

New York City is full of free outdoor art that you don't even have to go to a museum to see. Sculptures, murals and photographs can be found in its parks, sidewalks and on its buildings! Locations such as the High Line, Central Park, the Metropolitan Museum Of Art, Cadman Plaza in Brooklyn, Socrates Sculpture Park in Queens and other NYC locales all have a wide variety of pieces awaiting you, from massive sculptures to eye-popping murals and graffiti. Best of all, it costs you nothing to pay a visit. Below, find the best outdoor art in NYC to stroll by on a spring day. RECOMMENDED: The best art shows and exhibits in NYC

35 best '90s TV shows and where to stream them now

35 best '90s TV shows and where to stream them now

Television is widely thought to have entered its golden age in the early 2000s, but the road there was paved by the previous decade. In many ways, the ’90s completely changed the idea of what the medium could accomplish. It’s where Larry David and Jerry Seinfeld reinvented the sitcom. It’s where David Lynch actually got a spot in primetime. And it’s where HBO set up the revolution of the coming millennium by introducing a crime drama for the ages.  If you weren’t around back then – or ‘didn’t even own a TV’, as Gen X liked to brag – it’s a good time to catch up. The ’90s are everywhere again, in fashion, music and all over streaming platforms. Here are 35 can’t-miss suggestions, along with where to find them. Recommended: 💻 The 40 best Netflix original series to binge🎮 The best 50 ‘90s movies🎶 The 50 best ‘90s songs

The best Super Bowl halftime shows, ranked

The best Super Bowl halftime shows, ranked

The year's most-watched musical performance wasn't at the Grammys; it was the Super Bowl halftime show. 2024 marked the second year Apple Music took the reins of the country's largest musical spectacle, bringing us 13 full minutes of Usher. The halftime show is a long-standing tradition that's featured some of the country's biggest stars, from Madonna to Prince to Lady Gaga. Every year, it brings us a thrilling performance filled with fireworks, splashy entrances, special guests and plenty of surprises to keep you glued to your TV set. It's also what gets many non-sports fans to tune into the big game.  But despite the many hits over the decades, we've also seen our share of halftime show misses. Below, we look back at the Super Bowl halftime shows that got us dancing, singing and discussing at the office the next day.  RECOMMENDED: How to watch the Super Bowl halftime show

The 10 best sandwiches in NYC

The 10 best sandwiches in NYC

Sandwiches are among the world’s most inspirational foods. It would be a Sisyphean task to even begin to enumerate all possible combinations here. They are there at some of life’s happiest moments. Picnics in the park. Half-imaginary tea parties. The big game. When people talk about “sad desk lunches,” they are usually talking about salads. If you’re ever feeling blasé, find motivation in the myriad possibilities of the sandwich. If you can dream it, a sandwich can be it. Unless it’s a hotdog.   RECOMMENDED: The 25 most spectacular sandwiches in the world

NYC events in February 2024

NYC events in February 2024

In the winter doldrums of February in NYC, after a money-sucking December and a resolution-filled January, it’s time to double down and really enjoy the winter with the best NYC events in February. Our event calendar includes some of the best things to do in winter as well as some epic Valentine’s Day events. This month is also a good excuse to take advantage of our winter getaways list, so plan your escape from the city and keep your fingers crossed for a little bit of snow to add to the winter wonderland aesthetic. RECOMMENDED: Full NYC events calendar

Incredible immersive experiences to do in NYC right now

Incredible immersive experiences to do in NYC right now

As much as New Yorkers love their city, they want to be transported to another space and time — at least that's the trend museums, companies and artists are capitalizing on. Immersive exhibits, events and experiences are popping up all over NYC these days. From theatrical experiences to trippy digital art taking over massive spaces, there's no shortage of ways to be immersed in a different reality. With so many ways to be immersed, we decided it was high time to round up all the cool, immersive events, exhibits and experiences happening in NYC now and coming up soon so you won't miss the chance to experience something new and potentially mind-blowing. RECOMMENDED: The best museum exhibitions in NYC right now

Meet your licensed weed dealers

Meet your licensed weed dealers

Happy cannaversary, New York! We declared 2023 the year of weed and it really was. Over the last 12 months, Time Out New York has followed the wafts of smoke with coverage of NYC’s first-ever licensed recreational cannabis dispensary at Housing Works Cannabis Co. and its incredible revenue stream; its first luxury cannabis and cultural store; Brooklyn’s first woman-owned dispensary; and others including one with a Dior-clad staff and another travel-themed shop that comedian Amy Sedaris budtendered at. We also covered the opening of a THC museum, which could only make sense in a city that consumes the most cannabis in the world. It’s a brave new world and NYC’s licensed dispensary owners, some of whom were previously incarcerated on marijuana charges, are pioneers. They’re leading the city and the state’s foray into the sale of legalized recreational cannabis—an industry that has never been regulated here before. RECOMMENDED: Weed 101: Everything to know about cannabis in NYC New York State legalized the sale of cannabis for adult recreational use in 2022. That year, thousands of New Yorkers applied for their Conditional Adult-Use Retail Dispensary (CUARD) license and 47 of them went on to open licensed dispensaries, including 16 of them right here in New York City in 2023. More than 3.5 million units of tested cannabis products were sold across the state’s licensed dispensaries bringing in about $150 million in retail sales and nearly $16.3 million in state revenue, accordin

Your guide to legal weed in NYC: what marijuana legalization actually means

Your guide to legal weed in NYC: what marijuana legalization actually means

New York is a green city. Back in March of 2021, then-New York Governor Andrew Cuomo signed legislation into law that effectively legalized marijuana in the state. It was a long time coming: lawmakers had been trying to pass the guidelines since back in 2018 but conversations would stall on the topic of tax revenue from sales. Finally, in 2021, the stage budget proposal included the Cannabis Regulation and Taxation Act (more on that later).  RECOMMENDED: Weed 101: Everything to know about cannabis in NYC Fast-forward nearly two years and the legalization of recreational cannabis began to actually take effect and all previous marijuana-related criminal records in the state of New York were given the current legality of the substance. New York State legalized the sale of cannabis for adult recreational use in 2022. That year, thousands of New Yorkers applied for their Conditional Adult-Use Retail Dispensary (CUARD) license and over 40 of them went on to open licensed dispensaries, including 16 of them right here in New York City in 2023. There are a lot of questions to be answered: Can weed also be grown at home? Where can New Yorkers buy the stuff and will they be stopped if carrying it around? Can anyone sell marijuana now? Below, check out our extensive guide to marijuana legalization in New York state. Recommended: What to expect in NYC now that weed is legal What’s legal right now in New York? To put it simply, in New York state, folks who are 21 years of age or older are

The best exhibits, art shows, and festivals coming to NYC this spring

The best exhibits, art shows, and festivals coming to NYC this spring

New York City’s arts and culture scene is heating up as spring approaches with several powerhouse exhibitions, plus a few smaller but also impressive shows. We’ve rounded up more than a dozen museum exhibits, gallery presentations, and festivals to bookmark for your spring planning (and a few to check off before winter ends). Expect feminist comedy, meditative music, and jaw-dropping art.  From the always-important, oft-controversial Whitney Biennial to a Harlem Renaissance exhibit to a wonderland-themed floral exhibit, there's so much to look forward to this spring.

The best road trips in the U.S. for epic drives

The best road trips in the U.S. for epic drives

The great American road trip is a tradition celebrated across books, movies and popular culture—nothing feels quite as freeing as setting off on the open road (windows or top down for the full, thrilling cliché). Seeing this expansive country by automobile is a true privilege that takes you through all types of terrains, delivering landscapes and waterfront views that will take your breath away and make you wonder—is this real life? You’d be amazed at how different one country can be as you explore coast by coast, traveling north, south, east and west. The question at hand then becomes, where are you going? There are some obvious choices, like the iconic Route 66 and the scenic Pacific Coast Highway, both incredible in their own right. But you’ll also find lesser-known favorites in our guide to the best road trips in the U.S., including mountainside parkways and tunneled highways. These road trips will cover plenty of ground, checking off boxes on your bucket list of adventures.

NYC events in April 2023

NYC events in April 2023

Spring has sprung! Some of the best events in NYC are set to bloom in April 2023. Aside from celebrating major holidays like Easter in New York, you'll be able to take in the gorgeous blooms at the dazzling Orchid Show at the New York Botanical Garden. Speaking of buds, take advantage of checking out the best NYC parks, while all the flowers and trees are starting to bloom. And there’s even more greenery fun for outdoorsy folks—Earth Day, of course.  RECOMMENDED: Full NYC events calendar in 2023

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'Ugly Beauties' by Curry J. Hackett

'Ugly Beauties' by Curry J. Hackett

A new public art installation by artist Curry J. Hackett has just taken over The Plaza at 300 Ashland in Brooklyn, and it's as futuristic as art gets these days: the piece, dubbed Ugly Beauties, features panoramic, AI-generated images of Black folks among various native weeds. According to an official press release, the work, on display through May 2, highlights a “metaphorical connection between society’s perception of these species and its treatment of Black people.” Upon approaching the structure, the viewer will immediately notice the juxtaposition of the various elements depicted, prompting all to think of our perception of what is beautiful and what is part of society at large. “Ugly Beauties expands on Downtown Brooklyn Partnership’s commitment to activating itsshared spaces with art installations that enliven the public realm and capture the spirit of theneighborhood,” said Regina Myer, President of Downtown Brooklyn Partnership, in a statement. “With residents, shoppers, workers, diners, and other visitors rushing around the neighborhood, we hope this piece will impart a moment of reflection and help Brooklynites to realize the beauty all around them. ”

Astra Lumina

Astra Lumina

There is something simultaneously spooky and romantic about walking through the Queens Botanical Garden after sunset—especially while participating in this year's Astra Lumina: An Enchanted Night Walk Amongst the Stars. A total of nine different installations are set up throughout the trail, each one capturing your attention in different ways, all embracing the power of light as their medium of choice. If it's an out-of-the-ordinary Christmas-adjacent light experience that you’re after, look no further than Astra Lumina.

Sky Skate

Sky Skate

If it's an eclectic kind of skating activity that you're after this holiday season, look no further: Sky Skate, the highest skating rink in the city, is officially back at the Edge in Hudson Yards starting November 15 through January 14, 2024.  Make no mistake: although the rink is set up in the indoor portion of the famous sky deck, you're still 1,131 feet in the air, on the 100th floor of 30 Hudson Yards. That is all to say: perhaps opt for something a bit different if you're scared of heights?  But if you do decide to partake in the seasonal activity (tickets are available for 30-minute slots right here), make sure to also peruse through the site's other offerings, including City Climb, the highest external skyscraper climb in the world that challenges guests to scale the outside of a 1,200-foot building then lean out from the outdoor platform at the top of structure, according to an official press release.  We are, indeed, shivering with fear.

Zookeeping for Grownups at the Central Park Zoo

Zookeeping for Grownups at the Central Park Zoo

Always wanted to be a zookeeper? Now you can. The Central Park Zoo is currently offering exclusive early access to those interested in getting hands-on with animal caretaking activities. The first and only adult event of the season will allow you to pretend to actually work on site, interact with the animals before fellow humans start exploring the grounds for the day and just feel cool all around. The program is taking place on Saturday, October 14 from 8:30am to 10:30am but additional dates will open up in December and January as well.  Member tickets cost $80 while regular ones go for $96. You can snag a pass right here.

The Infatuation’s EEEEEATSCON New York

The Infatuation’s EEEEEATSCON New York

Talk about a cultural extravaganza: on October 7 and 8, Infatuation is hosting its annual EEEEEATSCON New York food festival, which is actually much more than a traditional celebration of all things gastronomic. In fact, in addition to grabbing treats from some of the nation's most renowned purveyors (Burns Original BBQ from Houston! Tacos Los Cholos from Los Angeles! Caracas Baery from Miami! Panzerotti Bites from New York!), attendees will get to listen in on conversations with some very prominent figures. This year's roster includes New Yorker par excellence Sarah Jessica Parker, The Kid Mero and more. You'll get to devour delectable food while listening to some inspiring talks at Forest Hills Stadium: sounds just like the perfect weekend. Grab your tickets for the festival right here.

Harlem Globetrotters

Harlem Globetrotters

Watch the Harlem Globetrotters show off their b-ballin’ skills at the New York stop of their just-announced 2024 world tour. You’ll be mesmerized as the basketball wizards shoot from midcourt, spin balls on their fingers and go head-to-head for two epic games, which are bound to keep you on the edge of your seat. Make sure to stick around until the very end to snag an autograph, photo and high-five session from your favorite players, plus you can add a legendary Marques Haynes bobblehead to your collection. Snag tickets to the February 18 game against the Washington Generals right here.

The Art of the Score

The Art of the Score

The 10th season of the New York Philharmonic's "Art of the Score" series kicks off this week with West Side Story.  As has been the case since its inception in 2013, the program features the legendary orchestra performing scores live alongside film screenings.  This year, for the first time ever, five of the six featured movies will be New York premieres, with soundtracks being performed live for the very first time in town. Those presentations include Black Panther (December 20-23), Vertigo (January 23-26, 2024) and Metropolis (February 6, 2024), among others. We are, however, particularly excited to listen to the May 17-19, 2024's presentation of E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial. Although the orchestra has performed the film's score in the past, there's just something about the music that tickles all of our senses.  Buy tickets to the various events and learn more about them right here. 

Barbie Dreamhouse Pop-Up Truck

Barbie Dreamhouse Pop-Up Truck

It's still Barbie's world and we're all just living in it. To celebrate the 60th anniversary of, according to a press release, "Barbie moving into her very first Dreamhouse," a Barbie Truck Dreamhouse is scheduled to roam through the streets of New York throughout September, offering visitors branded merch that will reignite your love for all things pink. Expect to see the truck at the Shops at Skyview at the main mall entrance on College Point Boulevard in Flushing, Queens, between 10am and 7pm on September 16. Folks in Staten Island will be treated to the experience the week after, on September 23 between 10am and 7pm at the Staten Island Mall near Barnes & Noble.  Merchandise for purchase will include branded totes, blankets, T-shirts, mugs, bottles, coasters, pouches, hats, necklaces and much more.  Although we might be all Barbie-d out following the success of this past summer’s Greta Gerwig movie about the doll, it’s important we give credit where it’s due. In fact, according to the myth, Barbie bought her very first Dreamhouse back in 1962, "before women in the United States could open their own bank accounts and when only 0.1% of young women were independent homeowners," according to a press release. Celebrations are clearly in order.

[at] The Intersection

[at] The Intersection

Next month, iconic music hall The Apollo will host its first ever arts and ideas festival, dubbed [at] The Intersection. The three-day event will kick off on October 6 and it is curated by writer Ta-Nehisi Coates, who will be joined by the likes of Kerry Washington, Jelani Cobb, Barry Jenkins, Nikole Hannah-Jones, Dr. Ibram X. Kendi and more across a variety of panels focusing on different themes. The festival will also feature curated music performances and networking opportunities. Snag passes for the much-anticipated event right here.

Rosh Hashana pop-up tours

Rosh Hashana pop-up tours

Rosh Hashana, the Jewish new year, is happening this upcoming weekend and to celebrate the occasion, the Metropolitan Museum of Art is hosting three pop-up tours led by Dr. Riva Arnold, an adjunct professor at Yeshiva University, who will speak about two astounding Hebrew manuscripts from the Italian Renaissance.  Specifically, the expert is going to guide visitors through the Rothschild Mahzor and the Mishneh Torah of Maimonides. Fun fact: both texts have actually been on display at the museum since March and the staff has been turning each manuscript’s pages every three months. At the moment, according to an official press release, the Rothschild Mahzor is open to a page pertaining to Rosh Hashana. How cool! The tours, which are free to attend with museum admission, will take place on September 14, 15 and 18 between 1pm and 2:30pm. Read more about them right here.

PEN America’s 18th annual World Voices Festival

PEN America’s 18th annual World Voices Festival

Kicking off on May 10 through May 13 with a slew of events held concurrently in New York and Los Angeles, PEN America's 18th annual World Voices Festival will feature a ton of literary happenings sure to delight folks of all backgrounds. This year, Ta-Nehisi Coates, the award-winning author of Between the World and Me, will deliver the prestigious keynote, the annual Arthur Miller Freedom to Write Lecture. Expect him to address topics related to book censorship in schools, among others. "America has long been haunted by men who considered 'freedom of speech' a right reserved for a certain class," Coates said in an official statement. "Indeed, this current effort to drive uncomfortable literature from the public square is as old as the slave codes, as old as the gag laws. And just as old are those who understand that true free speech cannot be divorced from freedom itself." Confirmed attendees include Roxane Gay, John Irving, Sarah Polley, Imani Perry, Min Jin Lee and Ottessa Moshfegh, among plenty of others. Find tickets on sale right here and a list of events, which will be held all over downtown New York, over here. Some of them will be free to attend!

Embrace the World from Within

Embrace the World from Within

Yoko Ono, Miles Greenberg and Louise Bourgeouis metaphorically join forces within the confines of the free, private museum Faurschou New York in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, where their works will be on display through September 17 as part of the "Embrace the World from Within" exhibit. According to an official press release, the show "revolves around physical and metaphorical aspects of the embrace: from embrace as the merging together of bodies to embrace as an act of acceptance and shelter or by contrast as claustrophobic smothering."  Patrons will get to peruse through three different galleries, each one dedicated to one of the artists and focusing on works of various form—from sculptures to performative acts and more traditional installations. Read more about each exhibition right here.

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Ben Platt will be playing a three-week residency at the renovated Palace Theater this spring

Ben Platt will be playing a three-week residency at the renovated Palace Theater this spring

To celebrate the release of his third studio album Honeymind, set to drop on May 31, Broadway darling Ben Platt will take over the refurbished Palace Theatre for a three-week residency from May 28 through June 15. All 18 performances will be directed by Tony Award winner Michael Arden, who also collaborated with Platt on the critically acclaimed revival of Parade, for which the actor earned a Tony nomination in 2023.  Just as exciting Platt's actual act is the venue chosen for the residency. The Palace Theatre, located at 1564 Broadway near 47th Street, is a classic Broadway venue that began as a Vaudeville theater in 1913. It has been closed for a series of renovations and restorations since 2018; when it finally reopens, the landmarked venue will be 30 feet higher up than before, as the result of a raising project meant to add ground-floor retail space to the address. Rendering: Courtesy of DKC/O&M The importance of the stage he's going to occupy isn't lost on Platt himself. "It is far beyond my wildest imagination to play a residency of my own music in a house as storied as the Palace," the 30-year-old actor said in an official statement. "I feel blessed to be part of the theater community, and to have the opportunity to perform as myself and from my own perspective on a Broadway stage is one of the greatest honors of my life. I can’t wait to introduce my new record on the beautifully revived stage. My hope is to bridge my musical theater roots that I hold so dear with t

A swarm of 1,000 drones will light up the sky in NYC next month

A swarm of 1,000 drones will light up the sky in NYC next month

Just a few days before a total solar eclipse takes over the sky above New York on April 8, General Electric Company (GE) will celebrate its own history by launching 1,000 drones from the New Jersey waterfront, producing a light show that will be visible from the west side of Manhattan. On April 1 at 9pm, 1,000 drones will depart Weehawken Waterfront Park in Hoboken, New Jersey and reach an altitude of more than 100 feet over the Statue of Liberty. The show will take place across 500 feet—the equivalent of a football field and a half.  According to a press release, the best areas to catch the celestial event from Manhattan are:  Near Pier 84: Between 42nd–47th Streets and 11th–12th Avenues Near Pier 66: Between 25th–29th Streets and 11th–12th Avenues Near The High Line: Between 19th–24th Streets on 10th Avenue GE, one of the longest-standing on the New York Stock Exchange, says it is celebrating its “transformation into three independent public companies: GE Aerospace, GE Vernova and GE Healthcare.” In case you happen to miss the drone show, worry not: the total solar eclipse that’s set to take place just a week later might actually become one of the most stupendous celestial occurrences in recent memory. May we suggest you book one of these local campsites to take in the eclipse in all of its glory when the time comes?

A new adults-only nightlife spot with mini-golf just opened in the Meatpacking District

A new adults-only nightlife spot with mini-golf just opened in the Meatpacking District

Puttery is a new, adults-only mini-golf and nightlife destination that just opened at 446 West 14th Street by Washington Street in the Meatpacking District and is backed by, among others, Irish professional golfer Rory McIlroy. Photograph: Chrissy Connors The first location of its kind in New York spans 24,000 square feet over five levels that feature an underground lounge and a total of three bars, including a rooftop one that will be open year-round (yes, there will be heat lamps on site).  Regarding the golfing opportunities: there are two nine-hole courses on premise, each one boasting a specific floor-to-ceiling design meant to transport the player to, respectively, an off-site art museum and a Rocky Mountain lodge.  Photograph: Chrissy Connors Photograph: Chrissy Connors Whether setting up a round of golf ($29 per person, per round) or visiting one of Puttery's bars, guests will get to order from a menu filled with what looks like elevated bar food: tacos, burgers and a bunch of salads follow a list of shareable appetizers that include a charcuterie board, tuna tataki, ceviche, filet mignon sliders and more.  Drink-wise, it's more about creative inventions than the classics: the Banana Bread is made with Reposado tequila, banana, cacao and lemon and the vodka-based All Designer makes use of Aperol, St. Germaine and lemon. Photograph: Chrissy Connors Photograph: Chrissy Connors The opening follows the debut of locations all around the country, including Chicago

This survey claims Albany is the best place to live in the state of New York

This survey claims Albany is the best place to live in the state of New York

U.S. News & World Report just released its list of the best places to live in New York in 2023-2024 and we cannot hide our surprise: not only did Albany land at number one, but all top four entries are pretty far from New York City, which we consider to be the very best place to live in the whole world, of course. According to the publication’s methodology explainer, which you can read right here, the "rankings are based on an analysis of public data and user opinions." Even more specifically, the report looked at quality of life index measures or “how satisfied residents are with their daily lives by metro area” by taking into account a variety of factors, including crime rates, availability and quality of health care, education opportunities, average commute time, air quality index and more. The New York ranking crowns the state's capital as the best place to live given its "lively downtown that serves as both a commercial and cultural center," its "old-world appeal" and its proximity to a legion of outdoor treasures, from the Finger Lakes wine region to Massachusetts' Berkshire Mountains. Syracuse lands at the number two spot despite the constant snow that residents have to deal with. "The region has much more to offer than just snow drifts and slushy water," reads the survey. "Syracuse is more affordable than many other major U.S. metro areas, making it a popular place to live for families and retirees. Young professionals also enjoy the region, both for its prices and be

You can ride a vintage 107-year-old subway train to Yankee Stadium next month

You can ride a vintage 107-year-old subway train to Yankee Stadium next month

It's an annual experience that all New Yorkers treasure: baseball fans can ride the New York Transit Museum's vintage 1917 IRT Lo-V train and Train of Many Colors to Yankee Stadium on April 5 for the price of a regular subway fare. The 1917 IRT Lo-V train will depart from the uptown 4 train platform at Grand Central-42nd Street at 11am. The Train of Many Colors, another one of the museum's vintage offerings, will leave the station right after that. Both trains will run along the Lexington Avenue line non-stop to 161st Street-Yankee Stadium, a trip that should last about 25 minutes, giving fans plenty of time to catch the first pitch around 1:05 against the Toronto Blue Jays. A celebration of key elements of the city's old transportation system, the nostalgia rides will look and feel just like the trains did back in the day, when they were operated by the Interborough Rapid Transit (IRT) system. Although put to use a few years before Yankee Stadium was even built in 1923, they ended up eventually becoming virtually the only public transportation method to the sports arena. Photograph: Marc A. Hermann Expect vintage strap hangers, ceiling fans, drop car sash windows and retro ads to define your unique journey on one of the over 1,200 vintage cars that were part of the fleet between 1917 and 1969. Keep in mind that there will be no return trip on the special cars, a fact that will catapult you straight back to 2024 when waiting for the subway to get home post baseball game.  G

A “mini forest” is opening on Roosevelt Island this spring

A “mini forest” is opening on Roosevelt Island this spring

It's called the Manhattan Healing Forest and it will be the first "natural" wonder of its kind to take over Manhattan next month, specifically set up to help with flooding issues. Illustration: Courtesy of SUGi Quite literally a "mini forest," the area will be planted by volunteers on the southern end of Roosevelt Island, between Manhattan and Queens, starting April 6.  According to its creators at the SUGi Project, a foundation dedicated to the installation of similar environments in urban areas, the tiny, 2,700-square-foot patch of land will feature 1,000 new trees and shrubs spanning 40 different native species, from butternut to New York fern, white oak and Virginia strawberry, among others.  "This SUGi Pocket Forest is strategically positioned to stabilize the land and capture water, serving as a living barrier against flooding and erosion, preventing pollutant runoff and enhancing air quality," reads an official statement posted on Instagram by the organization. "With its diverse array of flora and fauna, Manhattan Healing Forest serves as a miniature lung for Manhattan, providing habitat for migratory birds, butterflies, and a variety of urban wildlife." Rendering: Courtesy of SUGi SUGi Project will specifically employ the Miyawaki method, the brainchild of Japanese botanist Akira Miyawaki. According to the New York Post, the expert's guidelines have "become immensely popular for creating lasting ecosystems in urban environments."  In fact, planting tiny forests as

All the road closures for NYC’s St Patrick’s Day Parade you need to know

All the road closures for NYC’s St Patrick’s Day Parade you need to know

The St. Patrick's Day Parade is scheduled to take over our city tomorrow starting around 11am on Fifth Avenue and 44th Street until 4:30pm, when it will wrap up by 79th Street.  Whether heading to the procession in person, streaming the shenanigans with friends at home or attending one of the many fabulous events in celebration of St. Patrick's Day, the parade is going to disrupt whatever travel plans you may have—which is why we've put together this handy little guide to the various street closures that you should account for while moving around town tomorrow. Below, find the St. Patrick's Day street closures that the New York Police Department has already announced: Formation: Vanderbilt Avenue between 43rd Street and 46th Street 43rd Street between Vanderbilt Avenue and 6th Avenue 44th Street between Vanderbilt Avenue and 6th Avenue 45th Street between Vanderbilt Avenue and 6th Avenue 46th Street between Vanderbilt Avenue and 6th Avenue 47th Street between Park Avenue and 6th Avenue 48th Street between Park Avenue and 6th Avenue Route: 5th Avenue between 83rd Street and 43rd Street Dispersal: 5th Avenue between 86th Street and 79th Street 79th Street between Park Avenue and 5th Avenue 80th Street between Lexington Avenue and 5th Avenue 81st Street between Lexington Avenue and 5th Avenue 82nd Street between Lexington Avenue and 5th Avenue 83rd Street between Lexington Avenue and 5th Avenue 84th Street between Madison Avenue and 5th Avenue Miscellaneous: 49th Street

The 'Stranger Things' play is reportedly headed to Broadway as a trilogy

The 'Stranger Things' play is reportedly headed to Broadway as a trilogy

Here is some major theater news: the much-talked about Stranger Things play, a prequel to the popular Netflix TV show, will reportedly head to Broadway as a trilogy some time in the near future. Stranger Things: The First Shadow, the series' first play, just premiered in London's West End and Deadline reports that parts two and three are "set to follow […] in two- or three-year intervals." According to the website, each sequel will launch in London although "there are already plans for Stranger Things: The First Shadow to transfer to Broadway."  Here is what we know about the inaugural production so far: the show is based in the late 1950s, when one Henry Creel first moves to the town of Hawkings in Indiana, also chronicling his becoming the ruler of the Upside Down. Spectators will come face-to-face with the high school versions of some beloved characters from the TV show, including a young Jim Hopper, a teen Bob Newby and an adolescent Joyce Maldonado.  Check out the official trailer for the London play: Lest you think the show to be a departure from the original material, think again: brothers Matt and Ross Duffer, the creators of the Netflix series, wrote the play alongside Kate Trefrey, a staff writer on the TV show, and playwright Jack Thorne of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child fame.  "In season four we learn about Henry Creel and his disruptive presence in Hawkins, as told from the point of view of his dad, Victor Creel, who's in the mental hospital. And then we h

An immersive photo studio experience is debuting in the Meatpacking this week

An immersive photo studio experience is debuting in the Meatpacking this week

Leica, the renowned German photography company, is gearing up to open its first-ever immersive space tomorrow. Set to debut at 406 West 13th Street by Greenwich Street in the Meatpacking District, the 3,000-square-foot destination takes over two whole floors. Photograph: Courtesy of Leica Photograph: Courtesy of Leica Upon entry, guests will get to browse through the brand’s portfolio of products, from cameras to lenses and more, while also taking in Leica Gallery NYC, an exhibition area showcasing the work of both renowned photographers and emerging artists.  The top floor, on the other hand, is dubbed Leica Library and seeks to function as more of an experience than a traditional retail operation. Up there, guests can play around with various tech products in the photo studio or meet up with friends on the outdoor rooftop. Whether an amateur photographer or a more experienced one, the new Leica flagship store, which becomes the company’s seventh shop in the U.S., is clearly a destination in its own right, offering a variety of things to do on-site in addition to shopping opportunities.  Photograph: Courtesy of Leica Given the preponderance of all things immersive both in New York and around the country, we not-so-secretly over the sorts of destinations that heavily rely on the form. That being said, what Leica seems to be offering is more than a traditional excursion, clearly showcasing both the photography products that guarantee the industry's success and the arti

Giant Pizza Hut bagels will be available for free all around NYC next weekend

Giant Pizza Hut bagels will be available for free all around NYC next weekend

Pizza Hut is getting into the bagel game—sort of.  The national chain is partnering with Yeastie Boys, a Los Angeles-based bagel food truck concept, to create a limited-edition "Big New Yorker Pizza Bagel" that, according to an official press release, "combines the bold flavors of Pizza Hut's signature Big New Yorker pizza with the fluffy and chewy goodness of a classic Beastie Boys bagel."  As made obvious by the photos of the gimmicky treat, the food literally looks like a round version of the popular slice, prepared with marinara sauce, fresh Parmesan, mozzarella cheese, oregano and double pepperoni on the Los Angeles bagel (yes, we know how that sounds). Making the culinary invention sound even more appealing is the fact that New Yorkers will get to enjoy it for free next weekend, when two food trucks are scheduled to roll out all around the city. No word yet on where, exactly, the giveaway will take place on March 22 and 23 but keep in mind that each customer will be able to secure only one pizza bagel (while supplies last) alongside a scratch-off that includes codes for Pizza Hut gift cards of up to $24 each or custom brand swag. If you happen to be more into the "traditional" version of the promoted foods (let's be clear: pizza bagels are freakin' delicious), check out our list of best pizza places in NYC and top bagels in town.  Enjoy! 

Pokémon GO Festがニューヨークで開催

Pokémon GO Festがニューヨークで開催

「ポケモン GO」は、ローンチ当初と同じように多くのファンから支持を得ている。その人気の一部は間違いなく、8年前に初めて開催された毎年恒例の「Pokémon GO Fest」によって醸成されているだろう。そのリアルイベントが今年もニューヨークのランドールズ島の「Randall’s Island Park」をメイン会場にして行われることになった。 日程は2024年7月5日(金)から7日(日)まで。昨年8月のイベント同様に、参加者は世界中から集まった何千人ものユーザーと一緒にゲームを楽しみながら、ニューヨークの街中に登場するポケストップを探検し、限定アイテムを手に入れることができる。 早割チケットは25ドル(約3,685円)で購入可能。ランドールズ島を訪れる時間帯として、「午前」「午後」の2つの選択肢が設けられている。 どのポケモンが現れるかについてだが、仙台において「Pokémon GO Fest」でのデビューを果たす幻のポケモン「マーシャドー」は、ニューヨークでも登場するという。 関連記事 『A giant Pokémon GO festival is taking over Randall’s Island this summer(原文)』 『ニューヨークを象徴するビルがポケモンカラーにライトアップ』 『ティファニーとポケモンがタッグ、9種のコラボレーションアイテムを発表』 『ニューヨークの日本食の祭典「JAPAN Fes」が今年も開催』 『ニューヨークでカジノ併設の超高層ビルを建設するプランが発』 『ホールフーズ・マーケットがニューヨークに中型店舗をオープン』 東京の最新情報をタイムアウト東京のメールマガジンでチェックしよう。登録はこちら  

Once voted worst airport in the US, this NYC hub was just crowned best in the nation

Once voted worst airport in the US, this NYC hub was just crowned best in the nation

How the tables have turned for LaGuardia Airport! The Queens airport—once considered among the worst travel hubs in North America—has just been officially recognized as one of the best in a report from The Airports Council International. It now shares the top spot with Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport.  We highly suspect that last year's major revamp of Terminal B has much to do with the airport's climb in ranking. RECOMMENDED: This NYC airport has been ranked among the worst for spring break travel “LaGuardia used to come in last—dead last—year after year after year in every single passenger survey,” said Rick Cotton, the Port Authority Executive Director, in a statement. “It was universally regarded as the worst airport in the country. It was the airport everyone loved to hate. But no longer. Today’s results are definitive. LaGuardia Airport has officially transformed from worst to best.” We are, of course, extremely proud of the way things have turned around.  The yearly review takes over 30 factors into account, including security, cleanliness, dining, check-in process and shopping options, all aspects that the relatively recent overhaul has ameliorated at LaGuardia. Travelers currently get to revel in 1.35 million square feet of space that host 40 retail destinations, two sky bridges, a parking garage for 3,000 cars and a total of 35 gates. Also inside Terminal B is a fabulous new Chase Sapphire Lounge, where guests get to swankily eat caviar, play shuffleboard