Ever feel like you get into a monotonous routine every week? The same happy hour spots, the same coffee shops, the same salons, the same restaurants - it’s called a rut, and you’re in one. But fear not! We’ve got just what you need to infuse some excitement into your week…
$50 Ticket To An Immersive Magic Show Experience
Mystery, allure, curiosity, mischief, interactive fun, and a whole lot of laughter await at SCAM New York: An Immersive Magic Show Experience at RPM Underground. Grab your $50 Ticket For One that includes access to the Society of Conjurers And Magicians’ secret headquarters, an interactive magic show with a rotating cast of the best magicians in the country, as well as escape-room style puzzles and challenges. Witness intimate magical miracles from some of the Society’s most skilled members, and be tested by escape room style challenges to determine if you have what it takes to be initiated into the SCAM. Plus, add drinks like the Shhh, It’s A Secret cocktail (Stoli vanilla vodka, pineapple juice, raspberry liqueur) and eats like Fried Calamari (marinara, tartar sauce, lemon) for purchase should the magic spark your appetite! Unravel the secrets…
Head to the Freehand Hotel’s rooftop bar, The Broken Shaker, for Wine Up Wednesday to enjoy a fun, vibrant atmosphere and happy hour wine specials. Plus, brush up on your viticultural knowledge beforehand to guess the mystery wine of the week and win a special covet-worthy prize!
$49 For 3 HIIT + Meditation Classes, Chelsea
Challenge yourself physically and discover a deep sense of mental clarity at Mind Body Project in Chelsea, where meditation & high-intensity interval training merge for the optimal holistic wellness experience. This $49 pulse gets you 3 HIIT + Meditation Classes. You’ll improve your mind and body in one cohesive class, that includes a 5 minute breathwork warmup to prepare you for the sweaty, heart-pumping, calorie-torching session ahead. The next 40 minutes are dedicated to movement ranging from an active warmup all the way to HIIT via bodyweight exercises, TRX, and dumbbells. The final 5 minutes are geared towards rediscovering your mental calmness & sending you off with a feeling of focus & clarity. You can also expect a space tailored to make your time at Mind Body Project even more blissful - think showers, private lockers, luxe toiletries, and even Dyson hair dryers so you can be back on your way without skipping a beat…
Arooj Aftab, the Vulture Prince Ensemble, and Yasmin Williams Perform Live
Kick off your weekend with a live concert performance at Pioneer Works! You’ll welcome to the stage composer, vocalist and producer, Arooj Aftab, who works mainly in the minimalist, jazz, and neo-Sufi idioms, as well as The Vulture Prince Ensemble consisting of Maeve Gilchrist, Shahzad Ismaily, Gyan Riley, Darian Donovan Thomas, Greg Fox, and Kenji Herbert.
$35 Oysters & Rosé/Frosé For Two On The Waterfront
Mind-blowing views of the East River, sunshine-soaked summer days & nights, and fresh, decadent eats - savor all of the above at Watermark Beach, whose Oysters & Rosé/Frosé On The Waterfront soirée will serve up sip-able and slurp-able delights all summer long. For $35, you and your date will get 1 Dozen Freshly Shucked Oysters, as well as 2 Glasses of Rosé or Frosé to pair! Make it a party with our $59 pulse for Oysters & Rosé/Frosé For Four On The Waterfront that includes 1 Dozen Freshly Shucked Oysters, as well as 4 Glasses of Rosé or Frosé to enjoy. You’ll drool over the nosh, as well as the unbelievable views from the Seaport spot. Think Instagram-worthy snaps of the Brooklyn Bridge, and refreshing breezes to cool you off when the temps soar…
Live Jazz Music by Local Musicians at The New York Irish Center
The New York Irish Center is thrilled to invite you to a jazz speakeasy complete with local musicians playing two 45-minute sets. If you’re looking for music that captures the spirit of the city, all with a local Queens flavor, you’ve come to the right place!