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Welcome back to New York Locals 👋
Each week we round up the best of the city—new openings, events, and things to do—plus custom maps, and the latest laughs from our iconic @newyorkers column.
⋆⭒TOP 5 WEEKEND ACTIVITIES⋆⭒
1. Where to Spend Your Lunch Break in the Garment District
![]() | If you work near West 38th Street, your lunch break just got easier. ☕ Grab coffee at Culture Espresso, pop into East Coast Trimming, then finish with a bite at 38 Food Hall, all in the heart of the Garment District. 🍽️✨ |
2. First Timers Get $20 Credits To Do Laundry
![]() | Late-night laundry hits different at Laundry House, a clean, modern 24/7 spot with fast machines and a calm vibe (plus $20 free credit for first-timers). 🌙 |
3. Your Next Go-To Italian Deli in Gowanus
![]() | After years supplying top restaurants, Bombolona Bakehouse now brings its commitment to quality straight to the Gowanus, blending Italian craft with NYC flavor in everything from pizza and pasta to thoughtfully made sandwiches. 🍝 |
4. Union Square’s Chicest Living Room 🍸
![]() | The Living Room at W New York Union Square is a whole vibe. 🍸 A stylish, laid-back spot at 201 Park Ave S that’s perfect for after-work drinks or a chic meetup in the heart of Union Square. |
5. Small Business Spotlight: Loved Ones Coffee
![]() | Born from a two-year dive into roasting, Loved Ones Coffee is Zane Posen’s community-driven café where thoughtfully sourced Central American beans, seasonal specials, and a warm neighborhood vibe take center stage. 💛 |
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NYC Cool Jobs 💼
On the job hunt? Here’s where we drop cool jobs from all kinds of NYC companies. Check this section every week for what’s new!
Beacons Closet
Buyers
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Grow NYC
Seasonal Education Manager, Seasonal Greenmarket Site Lead, Special Project Education Coordinator, Farm Business and Marketing Specialist, Seasonal Bilingual Farmstand Site Staff
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Brooklyn Film Camera
Office & Fulfillment Coordinator, Operations & Shipping Associate
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@newyorkers Column 🤪
The deep freeze is finally over, and NYers are back outside; here’s a few highlights the city had to offer over the last week:
NYC Rundown:
The temperature in NYC is above 40°F for the first time in a month
We met up with Mayor Zohran Mamdani to ask him some rapid fire questions, and his opinions on the Mets
NYers shared their favorite non-NYC Stores that they'd like to see in the city
We asked NYers: what do you miss about the city from back in the day?
The red microphone took a trip to Astoria to see if people could remember a colder winter than this current one in NYC
What's the best block in NYC according to New Yorkers?
NYers shared their thoughts on what the most underrated borough is.
Leftover snow has made dog owners less willing to pick up after their pets, and NYers are tired of it
Some NYC private schools are charging $70,000 per semester
After being ordered to be taken down via federal policy, the Pride Flag has been restored to its rightful place at the Stonewall Monument
Polymarket opened NYC’s first free grocery store, and the crowds were wild
This photo from NASA of NYC iced over is wild
If the winter cold doesn't get to you, the winds will
There are signs that an NYC Chinese Restaurant is going to be fire
The NYPD was seen conducting a search and rescue operation for someone lost in the East River
Bad Bunny Super Bowl Halftime Show:
The city went crazy after Bad Bunny played “Nueva Yol” during his Super Bowl halftime performance
Bad Bunny invited Toñita, owner of one of the few remaining Puerto Rican social clubs at NYC, to serve him a drink during his halftime show
Toilet flushes in NYC dropped during Bad Bunny’s halftime show, and then spiked again immediately after
So cool: Bad Bunny invited a couple to have their wedding take place during his halftime show
This NYer spotted his grandfather’s old Bushwick barbershop as a set piece for the Halftime Show
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@apartmentsnyc Deal Of The Week
This week, we rounded up more of the best apartment deals from our page @apartmentsnyc. All listings are verified, come with video tours, and include direct broker contact. No scams, no surprises—just solid finds. Check them out below 👇
Two bedroom apartment in Flatbush renting for $3,405. This unit has an open layout, king-sized bedroom, and is located in an amenities building.
🎥 : Watch video
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Three bedroom condo in Tribeca selling for $2.65M. This unit has oversized windows, tall ceilings, and a private outdoor space.
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