New York

The Changing Face of Bike Shops in NYC

New York’s Citi Bike program has been a great way for the city to get people to start using bikes. This keeps people healthier and helps to clear up traffic both on the road and in the subway. So, on the surface it seems like the idea is a good one all around, particularly for those that just can’t afford bikes. The only problem is, bike shops in the city are beginning to feel the crunch.

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NYC is Hell on 20-Somethings

Most people are familiar with the story - you go to college, rack up a pile of student loans and then can’t find a decent job. But for those living in New York, the cost of living is so high that this life-altering event can pretty much prevent you from even calling NYC your home. The rising cost of college has combined with the rising cost of living in NYC and made the city a veritable death trap for those in debt. After all, if you can’t even pay the rent, how are you expected to keep up with your student loan payments?

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NYC Famous Faces - Martin Scorsese

New York City is a place that attracts people from all over the world. As a result, we’ve seen quite a few famous faces come out of the city or settle down to make their homes there. Here’s a spotlight on just one of those celebrity personalities.

Born in Queens, the man known as Martin Scorsese was raised by parents who were both struggling actors. Due to his poor health, he would be prevented to from doing the active things that most other kids did. Instead, he turned his sights toward the cinema.

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Explore NYC’s Unusual Side

When you feel like breaking the usual habits and doing something different, look around the city to find some unique places and events to experience. Being what it is, New York is full of fun and exotic things. Take a trip to Trapeze SchoolNew York and have a few lessons in the acrobatic arts. Go on a scavenger hunt with a company like Accomplice or Watson Adventures. It’s a fun way to get out and explore the city while accomplishing a strange and interesting task.

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Mayors of LA and NYC Make Hilarious Bet on Stanley Cup

It’s always nice to know that the politicians who run the bits and pieces of this country are actually human. So when the mayors of both New York and Los Angeles decided to make a bet on the outcome of the Stanley Cup, it was entertaining. What’s even better is that their local pride goes so far that they’re willing to humiliate themselves on Jimmy Kimmel Live if they lose.

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Finding Peace in the Big City

Sometimes you need some time away from all the hustle and bustle of the big city. Sure, New York is a haven for those that love culture, entertainment and distraction, but you can only take so much before you want to explode. And even taking a walk through Central Park doesn’t really get you away from all the activity. Thanks to some (other) clever folks on Internet, I’ve got a few places I can recommend where you might actually be able to find some isolation and rest.

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Classes and Workshops of the Week - June 6th

Sometimes you want to spend an afternoon or a night learning something new. NYC has opportunities aplenty when it comes to finding fun and interesting classes and workshops where you can pick up new skills at (usually) reasonable prices. Here are a few of this week’s highlights.

Adult Body Conditioning & Ballet Barre Workout - NYC Dance Arts - June 6^th

Want to put your body to the test and improve your dance skills at the same time? This short workout is perfect for both dancers and those that just want to get into shape.

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Scout Willis Speaks Up about Her Topless Protest

When the daughter of Bruce Willis and Demi Moore walked around NYC with her breasts hanging bare, she was doing it in protest of what she sees as unfair and sexist treatment by the folks that run Instagram. Unfortunately, the general news community seems to have been more focused on the fact that someone semi-famous was outside naked in the streets rather than what she was trying to say.

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Rockefeller Center

There's just something magical about Rockefeller Center that's different from other skating rinks. Maybe it's just that New York state of mind, or maybe it's the movies. Take your girlfriend or boyfriend there for some choice skating and fun.

Photo courtesy of Wikipedia

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NYC Bails on Bid for 2024 Olympics

Sorry to spring the bad news on you New York, but it looks like any hope of NYC picking up the 2024 Olympic Games has gone straight down the toilet. Mayor Bill de Blasio has decided to retract his attempt at bidding for the games. Of course, he wasn’t too keen on trying to bring the Olympics to NYC anyways, so it comes as little surprise.

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