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I'm in New York City. I want to go and read somewhere tonight (Friday), that is not a Starbucks, open until at least 10 pm or even midnight, where I can sit in a comfortable couch/chair/sofa and order refreshments (coffee, tea, alcohol, light snacks). [more inside]
posted by andrewesque around New York, NY at 12:33 PM - 13 answers

Looking for some good comedy when I visit NYC October 14-17th. [more inside]
posted by smeater44 around New York, NY at 12:56 PM - 7 answers

What does a low-key, queer, non-drinking centric, geeky, single people + family friendly NYC life look like? Hypothetical move day-dream snowflakes within. [more inside]
posted by elephantsvanish around New York, NY at 5:12 PM - 12 answers

I'm traveling to NYC and debating between booking an Airbnb or a regular hotel. Is Airbnb in New York an epic gamble/mistake in light of the "crackdown" on hosts I keep reading about? [more inside]
posted by We put our faith in Blast Hardcheese around New York, NY at 7:21 AM - 11 answers

My sob story and my plans are below the fold. Basically I need help knowing where to park on the cheap and easy. [more inside]
posted by turtlefu around New York, NY at 8:05 PM - 8 answers

I'm moving to NYC (and, specifically, Brooklyn) from Toronto in about a month. Actually, exactly a month to date. I don't have a lot of stuff, I don't have a car, I hate driving enough to be willing to spend some money. Best way to move? [more inside]
posted by atetrachordofthree around New York, NY at 5:29 AM - 12 answers

I'm going to NYC for a week and need some help with my itinerary. Geographical advice and can't-miss ideas welcome! Draft plans inside. [more inside]
posted by hepta around New York, NY at 10:25 AM - 25 answers

NYC Filter: I'm looking for a place to park my car for several days as near as possible to the 30th Ave MTA station in Astoria. What are some good, secure, affordable options? [more inside]
posted by Cogito around New York, NY at 6:33 PM - 5 answers

I'm going to be in NYC (staying in Brooklyn) for the first half of June. I've had some memorable swims and paddles while travelling, and I'm looking for suggestions of anything really good in New York - sea/ocean, indoor pool, outdoor pool. What's good? [more inside]
posted by carbide around New York, NY at 2:44 AM - 25 answers

I was housesitting recently for someone in New Jersey and took PATH to work at the World Trade Center, and walking through the station to reach the exit seemed to take longer than the train ride. (The exit I wanted, on Greenwich, seemed especially hard to reach; I had to double back across the length of the building.) Does anyone know why it's designed this way? Is it just trying to trap people in the mall? Isn't it unsafe in an emergency to have the exits so far from the trains?
posted by pinochiette around New York, NY at 6:54 AM - 6 answers

Where in New York City or adjacent areas can I find hammocks or other suspended seating? [more inside]
posted by rabbitbookworm around New York, NY at 7:52 AM - 7 answers

My wife and her good friend are taking their daughters to NYC / Manhattan for their 10th birthdays. They would love to see some shows, eat some interesting food, but outside of that are open to any and all cool experiences. Where should they stay and what should they do? [more inside]
posted by jasondigitized around New York, NY at 6:49 AM - 20 answers

SO and I are driving to NY to visit friends in both LI (Huntington) and Manhattan. We are looking for a hotel outside of Manhattan and taking a train into the city on 3 or 4 days. Just need safe parking and a basic level of room, like Super-8 or at most La Quinta. Not interested in AirBnB. [more inside]
posted by Sophont around New York, NY at 11:36 AM - 15 answers

My boyfriend and I have tickets for Hello Dolly tonight at the Shubert (44th between 7th and 8th). We were just going to get fast food for dinner but I thought it might be nice to get a sit-down meal one step up from fast food. Fast casual would be fine (especially the price range), but I'd like to go somewhere where we can get an actual seat - and a comfortable enough seat, not terrible bar stools or rickety chairs. I can find lists of fast casual in the area but it's hard to tell what the seating is like. Any recommendations that might fit the bill? Any cuisine is fine.
posted by Neely O'Hara around New York, NY at 12:00 PM - 22 answers

My oldest friend recently asked, "do you want to go with me on a history tour of New York City?" and I said "YES." Before our trip next weekend we each have the assignment of identifying historical things to do on three days: Brooklyn Day, Downtown Day, Uptown Day. [more inside]
posted by something something around New York, NY at 6:24 AM - 26 answers

I'm going to New York City from Boston for a quick overnight next weekend. Arriving Saturday, leaving Sunday. Amtrak doesn't really work for our schedule so I'm thinking I might drive but of course I don't want to drive or park in the city. What are my park and ride options? [more inside]
posted by bondcliff around New York, NY at 7:32 AM - 15 answers

Looking for your best recommendations of things to see and do in New York City over a few days in March (Wed. 3/21 - Sat. 3/24). I'll be travelling with family, but because of reasons, I'll have lots of time on my own. Lots of info within about my personal tastes and interests. [more inside]
posted by Rock Steady around New York, NY at 9:04 AM - 46 answers

I'm turning 50 on April 25th, and am turning to the Mefiverse for great advice on how to have a killer staycation in NYC (I live in NJ) to celebrate. [more inside]
posted by Lipstick Thespian around New York, NY at 3:35 PM - 11 answers

Help me explore Astoria NYC by tram and ferry and foot on a Saturday or Sunday this winter. [more inside]
posted by jointhedance around New York, NY at 12:54 PM - 9 answers

Long-term resident feeling really suffocated by the city. [more inside]
posted by unannihilated around New York, NY at 12:33 PM - 54 answers