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Log number 1x, there are 6 units that I qualify for and I’ve been asked twice to submit documents. What do you think?
I know this might be a little too specific, but my boyfriend is a huge baseball fan and loves to play baseball. I was thinking it would be nice to surprise him with a private party at a batting cage with friends. I was hoping to find something in or around Manhattan but that seems pretty limited. A lot of his friends are in BK or in Jersey City which is why I was hoping to find somewhere that's not too out of the way for everyone. Any recs would be greatly appreciated :)
I currently work a 9-5 job from home that’s fairly easy and pays well, but I’m looking to pick up a second job, ideally during the second shift or night shift. I’ve applied for second shift construction supervisor and safety roles, even with the SCA, but haven’t had any luck. Any advice on where to look or what types of jobs might suit this schedule? I’m open to exploring different industries!
Apologies for not searching, in a bit of a hurry here. I've been told by locals that the ferry to Statin Island is just a few bucks. Some guy is trying to tell us it's $70 to go and walk on the island for an hour.
I dont want a tour, I just want to go on the island. How does this work?
Edit: I think i figured it out. The scummy tour guide was lying to me about it.
Grocery stores near me all suck. I want something with the best quality ingredients.
We have 3 nights, almost 4 full days. She is in good shape physically and loves dressing up and going to fancy places. Booked a Broadway show, will take her to Met, possibly an afternoon tea at Plaza. Questions: Ferry ride / cruise with dinner suggestions? Nice Dinner preferably with live show suggestions? Or any other suggestions please to make this a lifetime trip (can splurge for this occasion). Thanks
Lost my green & black tumi wallet while roaming around Bensonhurst park. What’s the likelihood it’s not stolen and turned it somewhere. Do I call or go to the precinct closest to see if they have it?
I’m looking to have dinner somewhere for my birthday around 7 this evening but have 4 friends and one reservation for 4 (miss lilys) that I may not be able to add to. Ideally, we’d like to go to Kenka but we wouldn’t get there by 630p and I’m worried the wait will be crazy. Is there anything adjacent I can look into? Maybe Mexican, tapas, or somewhere we can eat and pregame for cheap?
I love getting 叉燒把 (Cha siu baau, Chinese pork buns). But every bakery I know in Chinatown is cash only; none take credit cards let alone EBT.
Does anyone know a Chinese bakery that does take EBT?
Hey all! Looking to move to nyc in may. I know things move fast in the city since my dad works there and I lived in nj all my life up until recently. How far out do you think you should start applying? Thanks yall
Edit: I should have mentioned this, I’m currently in grad school so I can’t move until the middle of May ish
Hello,
NY-native and I am seeking an entry-level HR role. I have a bachelors in I/O psychology, pursuing a masters in Work/Psychology from an accredited Irish university (I just returned from there), and I have experience in HR (1 year) and administration (reception). I’ve had my resume looked at, so I’m sure it’s solid, and I am using Indeed and LinkedIn as my job search tools. Any tips, search recommendations, or other tools to use would be greatly appreciated!
I am looking for a doctor who not just prescribes GLP1 but also has had patients who have been on it long term and can advise the patients on the long term side effects of the medication.
Reddit people! I will be visiting NYC for 5 days with a friend and looking to explore the city, foods, some tourism and boardgames places.
Google helped us plan quite a bit but I was hoping to hear from you on these two places.
What are the boardgames cafe's you would recommend.
We are looking to get a drink, pick a game and play it while decompressing from the day.
For wargames, not looking for Warhammer exclusive stores, but something more local and with a wider selection.
Thanks!!!
Hello, This is a bit of a stretch but I'm trying to learn about options to install a small mini split system in my condo (2 heads) to supplement our existing central air (our basement area is very divergent from our first floor area and it's hard to keep warm/cool).
I've been reading about con ed rebate programs for certified contractors. I'm looking for any references or referrals or any experiences with installing mini splits in Brooklyn - cost, hardware brand, anything else someone might be able to help with. The coned site lists like 277 contractors; would love to narrow that down with some experiences/reviews.
Thanks!!
I need an agent to buy an apartment in the same building I live in.
I have contacted Hauseit already.
Does anyone know of any flat fee buyer’s agent?
Hi everyone, I went to a great restaurant yesterday with amazing food and tipped 20% for our service. We weren’t ready for the night to end just yet and went upstairs to their bar and the two of us had 1 drink each. The total came up to $54. I tipped $6 to round it up to $60 and got a dirty look from the waiter. Was I being an extreme cheapo here? Or are we tipping 20% on all food/drink related services now?
Got a nice rain jacket but it has corporate logos on it (not the manufacturer, a random company) logo on it. Any places in nyc that can remove that random corporate logo? Or even replace it with a different logo?
Thanks!
The prices for the Radio City holiday show are crazy. Does anyone know where to get discounted tickets? Thanks
I have 14 yrs exp as a server, bartender, and manager in cities accross the country (San Diego, Denver, and Cincinnati) with professional certifications of knowledge in craft beer, Opentable, ServSafe, etc, but since it isnt NYC specific exp it seems like im just blacklisted from getting any serving position? Am I imagining this? Can anyone help me out?
Hello, just moved here earlier in the week want to know if this is normal. Was on i278 yesterday about 8-830am when police were stopping cars on the highway and having them pull over. There were maybe 20 or so officers having cars pull over and looked like normal ID/registration. Don't know the area very well but it was north-west not too far from where the Brooklyn Cruise terminal is.
I personally didn't drive through the checkpoint, my exit was just before it but I saw a van and a motorcycle both get directed to the side of the road and the van had his registration ready to go because they handed it to the officer like immediately.
Is this type of shit normal here? I've seen DUI checkpoints outside of bars late at night and Import/Export checkpoints at state borders, but never just a random 'show me your papers' type of checkpoint.
Am I misunderstanding what it was or was it seriously just a random checkpoint?
Hi I’m thinking of going to the event that’s been popping on IG a lot. But last night I went to an event at Le Poisson Rouge and it was pretty lame. Not sure if it was just the event or if that venue is just whack. If you’ve been please let me know how it was! Thank you.
has anyone had issues dropping off a package after the ship date on your label
I just moved to Long Island about a month ago and im picking someone up at JFK today. Are the signs for arrivals pretty clear, and if you guys have any other helpful tips for navigating the airport to pick someone up I would appreciate it!
I was doing well the first couple days but I messed up/got confused last night. How do you know if you need to leave the station and come back for another train versus just stay there and hop on another one?
This morning we'll be going from LIC to battery Park and it says to take the 7 to Grand Central and 4 to battery Park but I can't tell if we go through the turnstile twice. Appreciate any tips. Thanks!
I’m on Essential Plan 4 and it says I have access to some dental coverage. I need to call and confirm, but for now, I wanted to see if anyone has any recommendations.
I am signing a new lease this monthOctober). the management wants to know what month I want to end my lease. I figure if I take 12 month lease this time it will be harder to find a roommate in October, so I figured taking shorter term and end around summer time would be better. When do you think it is the best month to end my lease when I need to find a roommate for my next lease? im thinking maybe June or end of august? I am currently signing studio apartment and I cannot afford it for a long term like two years.. Any advice or insight would be helpful. Thanks.
One of my favorite excursions in college was visiting my city's wastewater treatment plant.
I got the idea to start bringing groups of friends to tours like these and normalizing learning the inner workings of our city or how products are brought to life!
What factory or facility tours have been your favorite in the NYC metro area?
(Bonus if relatively accessible via public transportation!)
I don’t think they can.. but say your windshield tint is very dark and your registration or inspection sticker is under the tint and it isn’t legible due to the darkness. Can the TEA give you a ticket for improper display of registration or inspection sticker?