There are so many wonderfully amazing things to do on and off the standard New York City Grid. We are here to help provide you with ideas of what to do while you’re in NYC. If you are in New York City the week of January 18th through till January 24th 2013, then read below to find some great activities from our Flash Forward Friday.
Friday January 18th 2013
FOREPLAY presented by Dope Culture Society presents a titillating evening of great music, amazing art, phenomenal entertainers and beautiful people. This extraordinary evening of the arts is a resurgence of the passion and brilliance of the renaissance. Foreplay revolutionizes the nightlife experience. For the traveler it is a must see show. Enjoy some of the greatest independent American and International artists. 5:00 at Amarachi Lounge Cost: free.
Saturday January 19th 2013
Award-winning family film RACING DREAMS opens at the IFC CENTER! Winner, Best Documentary, Tribeca Film Festival “The best film of the year…an instant classic.” The Envelope, LA Times “An exciting, poignant tale of growing up fast with adult ambitions.” NY Magazine RACING DREAMS is a coming-of-age story about three kids who dream of one day racing in NASCAR. Academy Award nominated filmmaker, Marshall Curry.
Sunday January 20th 2013
New York Rangers vs. Pittsburgh Penguins, watch the New York Rangers skate their way to victory at Madison Square Garden!
Monday January 21st 2013
Happy Feet 4-D Experience at Madame Tussauds, Happy Feet 4-D Experience Put on your dancing shoes and boogie with Mumble in Happy Feet 4-D Experience. Journey to Antarctica to meet a lively colony of Emperor Penguins faced with a diminishing food supply. Mumble sets out on an adventure to appeal to the better nature of humans and tries to reason with them to stop stealing the fish. Using courage and bravery. All Ages Prices: Adults- $36.00 Kids- $29.00 (Includes Museum Admission).
Tuesday January 22nd 2013
Free Study Groups & Proctored Tests – GMAT/GRE/TOEFL/SAT/LSAT at Manhattan Review in Midtown NYC. Do you want to broaden your horizon with new methods of studying? Could studying with others be more effective than studying alone? Manhattan Review is now offering free GMAT, GRE, TOEFL, SAT, and LSAT study groups at our New York City location close to Grand Central and Time Square. Our offices have conference room spaces for you to huddle and study together!
Wednesday January 23rd 2013
Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum to Open Temporary Exhibition Showcasing The Legacy Of Space Shuttle Enterprise. “Space Shuttle Enterprise: A Pioneer” — a new exhibition that explores the history of Enterprise and its critical role in the development of the space shuttle — will open to the public on Thursday, January 17 at the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum, located at Pier 86 (46th Street and 12th Avenue) in Manhattan.“Space Shuttle Enterprise: A Pioneer” introduces Enterprise. COST $24 – Adult $20 – Seniors (62+) $17 – Veterans $20 – College Students (w/valid ID) $19 – Youth (7-17) $12 – Child (3-6) Free for children under 2, members, retired and active military members.
Thursday January 24th 2013
New York: The Game – Text Message Scavenger Hunt. Embark on a text message scavenger hunt that shows you NYC’s most interesting sights and streets. Receive challenges right on your own cell phone and navigate the city to complete them. Explore a new area of the city in a fun and different way, or check out your favorite neighborhood and discover things you never knew existed. The Game features 10 Game Zones (8 neighborhoods, 2 museums). Grab a few friends, bring your family, or fly solo – any size group will do, plus discounts are available for groups of 8 or more. Getting started is easy since there’s no need to meet at a rigid time or place. Just activate your phone and go! Get in The Game now at www.newyorkthegame.com. Are you up to the challenge?**SAVE $5 with code: nyc.com** The Game can be played by text message or mobile web browser using any US cell phone carrier or using any international carrier on a phone with mobile web browser capabilities.