Weekly roundup (January 17)
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January 17, 2024 | Issue #38
NYC FOR FREE WEEKLY ROUNDUP
Note from Rebeka:
This week: get coffee from Mr. Mucus and a former Bachelor contestant, enjoy cocktails and live music at HermΓ¨s, celebrate National Cheese Lovers Day with Murrayβs, and more. Plus, itβs NYC Restaurant Week, so check out some tips & tricks to enjoy great meals while getting the best deals!
βRebeka
UPCOMING EVENTS (THIS WEEK):
βοΈMucinex Kickstart CafΓ© (January 17): To celebrate the launch of Mucinex Fast-Max Kickstart, Mucinex will be helping New Yorkers "kickstart" their morning with a complimentary cup of coffee, served by baristas, Mr. Mucus, and TV personality Nick Viall (The Oculus)
π§΄Beauty Bio x Ulta Beauty Event (January 20): Get ready to discover the ultimate secrets for healthy, glowing skin in the new year with one-on-one skincare consultations, coffee, and more with Beauty Bio and Ulta (51 W 34th St)
πΈHermazing at HermΓ¨s (January 18, 23, 25): Join for a happy hour series at Maison Madison 706! Enjoy beautiful music and quirky cocktails beginning at 5PM on each of the event dates (706 Madison Ave)
π§ Harlem Minds Matter Event (January 19): Engaging speakers, interactive workshops, and valuable resources to help you understand and prioritize mental well-being, plus an opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals who share a common goal: supporting mental health in Harlem (106 West 145th Street)
π§National Cheese Lovers Day with Murrayβs Cheese (January 20): Join Murrayβs at their Bleecker, LIC or Grand Central locations for a day celebrating cheese, with free samples, fondue, raclette, Murrayβs mac & cheese, mini cheese classes, swag bags and more!
πCasita of Brooklyn Third Anniversary (January 20): Come celebrate the 3rd Anniversary of Casita of Brooklyn with a night of celebration, including a complimentary dinner, a DJ, and more (318 11th Street)
βοΈCapital One CafΓ© Herald Square Grand Opening Celebration (January 20): Join to celebrate the opening of the newest Capital One CafΓ© location in NYC, with food samples, drink specials, live entertainment and more (53 W 34th St)
ON THE RADAR:
ππ»ββοΈThomas Taft Salon 10th Anniversary (January 25): Head to Thomas Taft UES for a night of complimentary services, dueling DJs, complimentary sips and bites, and more
πErica Taylor Meet & Greet (January 25): Meet Erica Taylor at Bloomingdales, a beauty expert with over 3 decades of experience, and learn every day tips for skincare and make up.
π΅Kosas x Cha Cha Matcha Store Takeover (January 27): Join Kosas for a shade matching event, and take home special Kosas gifts and a free Kosas concealer. Plus anyone who purchases the collab drink in-stores will get a free sample all month! (922 Broadway)
βοΈBoogie Down Winter Block Party (January 27): Head to the Sonia Sotomayor Community Center in the Bronx for music, dancing, food, holiday crafts and more!
π§¨Lunar New Year Firecracker Ceremony & Festival (February 10): The 26th Annual Lunar New Year Firecracker Ceremony will take place at Sara D. Roosevelt Park, with firecrackers, lion dances, vendors and more
MISC, RECURRING & DEALSο»Ώ:
π₯MealPal is currently offering FREE meals and workout classes to members in January. Join now and get a week free as part of a month plan here (only $66 for 10-12 meals + free workouts!)
π½οΈNYC Restaurant Week Tips: NYC Restaurant Week offers prix-fixe menus at $30, $45 and $60 at hundreds of participating restaurants through February 4. Check out this page for a list of tips, including using Seated for up to 25% cash back (and a list of Restaurant Week spots on Seated!)
πΉEnter to win a Bottomless Brunch for 2 at Avoca, a great Upper East Side spot known for its abundance of Bottomless Brunch cocktails, its outdoor patio, and more!
πPink Pier: Head to the Pink Pier at the Watermark for a beautiful PINK themed experience with stunning NYC views.General admission starts at $17 and includes a specialty cocktail or mocktail and 2 pink macaroons!
π½οΈ Get 1 year of Foodie Card for $1 (10% off tons of restaurants around NYC, Long Island, and Westchester + popups with free food) with link here or code NYCFORFREE