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7 Artsy Things to Do in NYC This Month
Been spending too much time on Netflix? Are you in a creativity rut, and in desperate need for a healthy dose of the arts? Sometimes it just takes a little nudge—and perhaps a little direction—to help counter the boredom and unfulfilled desire to witness the world. And New York City is (in our opinion) the…
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7 NYC Events to Make Summer Last Forever
As we’re nearing the latter half of August, the reality is beginning to set in: summer is almost over. But because we live in a city where no excuse is needed to party, there are plenty of amazing concerts and events happening to help us forget that fall is around the corner. Here are 7…
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Jets vs. Eagles September 27th | TickPick Tailgate
UPDATE 9/22 – We are SOLD OUT for this week’s tailgate. Please check back for information on future tailgates! We’ll see you Sunday! Beer. Barbecue. NFL Football. Want in? On Sunday, September 27th, 2015, the New York Jets will face off against the Philadelphia Eagles, in a live rematch of many Madden games played by…
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7 NYC Events for Ladies’ Night This Summer
I’m sure we can all agree, sometimes it’s best if the genders part ways to allow for the occasion we all know and love: Ladies’ Night. There are certain stereotypes surrounding men and women, and as much as we don’t like being stereotypical, some things are just true. It’s true, more women can relate to Carole…
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7 Broadway Shows to Splurge on This Summer
Living in New York City means being in the best city for plays and musical theater. Before world and regional tours begin, new and revived shows are performed in New York City’s theater district to be tested in front of the most attentive and critical audiences. This year, Broadway provided the much needed home to…
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Billboard to Bring First-Ever Hot 100 Music Festival to Jones Beach This Summer | See Full Lineup
Pop music fans rejoice. Billboard has just announced the first-ever Billboard Hot 100 Music Festival, which will take place August 22 & 23 at Jones Beach just outside of New York City. The two-day inaugural festival will be produced in partnership with LiveNation and will feature over 30 artists across three separate stages. The festival…
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7 Off the Beaten Path Things to Do in NYC
I don’t know about you, but one of my goals while spending the summer in New York City is to avoid tourists. Because this season is the most touristy season of them all, this can be a very difficult task. Unless you get creative. Luckily for you, we’ve done most of the brainpower already. From museums…
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7 Best Songs About New York City
New York City is the birthplace to some of the greatest musical talent the world has ever seen. And due to it’s cultural vibrancy, it’s been a longtime muse for artists everywhere. Whether it’s based on the growing Manhattan skyline, Long Island race relations, a crazy night in the Lower East Side, or growing up…
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7 Things to Do on the 4th of July in NYC
New York City, in my opinion, is one of the best cities to be for just about any holiday, including the 4th of July (and I’m from Texas, who arguably has the best BBQ that anyone could even dream of eating in honor of this holiday). The Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular will be…
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7 Things to Do with Your Parents in NYC
If your parents are anything like mine, they tend to feel a little lost when they touch down in NYC to visit their daughter, who’s flown very far from home. Hailing in from Texas, they are used plenty of elbow room, a slower pace, and not nearly as many car horns. Often, these visits from your tourist parents…
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7 Summer Date Ideas in NYC
With all of the tourists, humidity, packed subway cars, and sweaty pits, it can be difficult to feel “romantic” during summers in NYC. But there are some perks to living in this sweltering fishbowl during these long, summer days. When else can you pick from over 50 outdoor movie viewings to attend with your significant other?…
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7 NYC Cultural Events to Attend This Week
This time of year, New York City is in full bloom. In just about every borough, tourists and natives alike have the opportunity to experience a part of the city culture through annual festivals, art exhibitions, and rare events. This week, three festivals begin, creating a number of both free and paid events to attend…
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Amy Schumer Opening for Madonna’s Rebel Heart Tour in NYC
Madonna, on her “Rebel Heart Tour”, will be touching down in NYC on September 16th for two performances at Madison Square Garden, in addition to one performance at Barclays (9/19). Sure, this on its own is great news. From the looks of her “B*tch I’m Madonna” video, it looks like the queen of pop has…
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Mary J. Blige at the Statue of Liberty | What You Need to Know
Mary J. Blige, the one and only queen of R&B, and friend of rap titan Jay-Z will be performing a Tidal-only concert on June 21st, 2015 in front of the Statue of Liberty. Tidal members can sign up for a chance to win tickets here. Tidal members who don’t win tickets can still livestream the…