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High Line Rink

- The High Line

In the end-of-summer heat, you might be reminiscing on that romantic winter night, ice skating at Rockefeller Center and wishing for the hip, young version of it. Well, move over Rockefeller, newly opened High Line Rink revamps the skating scene and although its not ice skating, it’s still a great place to bring friends or a date. Urban in nature, the rink is ringed by trendy lit traffic barricades which gives it a high-energy NYC vibe. If you’re hungry, the rink is conveniently located next to the Lot On Tap which houses some of the best truck food in the city. Admission (plus skates) is $12 for adults and $10 for children. Rental protective pads and skatemates are available. Also available for purchase are helmets and socks.

 

Trapeze School New York- West Street at Houston Street

Ever wanted to learn trapez

e with the Hudson River as your backdrop? Well put on your high flying shoes (aka your bare feet) and head over to Chelsea, to the Trapeze School New York, for an unforgettable aerial experience. With a small group of ten or less, you will have a crash training course in basic trapeze. There, two cute (sometimes shirtless) Trapeze experts will also teach you how to hoist your legs and hang upside down (and a few other basic tricks), like you see at the circus. You will climb a rickety yet stable ladder (we promise that’s the scariest part), to another trainer who will clip you in and fetch the trapeze, while you wait, toes curled around the small ledge. After you muster up the courage to jump, they guide you through the tricks learned on the ground, and you fall into a net, safely returned to your friends or date. Wear snug clothes so that they wont get in the way of the harness Prices range from $50-$60 depending on the day you go. Make sure to sign up in advance because spots fill quickly.

 

Helium Aerial Dance-Hype Gym 480 2nd Ave Manhattan, NY 10016

Sometimes the crazy vibe of Manhattan can

have you itching to run away. No worries though, you don’t need to join a circus to escape the fast-track of NYC. Just go to Helium Aerial Dance to release some tension by getting fit while becoming a sexy aerial dancer. Just mosey on over to Kips Bay to take a lesson in Aerial Dance. Don’t be intimidated by the incredible silk trapeze dancers that are practicing around you, they have tons of experience and are more than ready to start you on your dance journey through the sky. Classes are 2-4 people so you’ll get tons of individual attention.

 

 

Pier 25 Mini Golf

- Pier 25 between Franklin and N. Moore streets

For only $5, you can spend a date at this classic put-put. Views of the Hudson River and NJ surround you as you master your mini-golf skills for 18 holes. No castles or windmills for this mini-golf. Shrubbery and a fountain give Pier 25 a sophisticated bent. If you’re looking for something else to do afterward, there is a volleyball court, a mini soccer field and board games. Tee time is from 10:00 AM-10:00PM every day of the week.

 

Bike and Roll NYC

-557 Twelfth Ave. - Pier 84, New York

Explore NYC in an unusual light. By bicycle. For $60 (bike rental included) you, and ten other bikers will have your very own tour guide, leading you safely around Manhattan and Brooklyn. You have a choice of which area you’d like to discover but we recommend the downtown loop which brings you down the West Highway, around to FiDi, over the Williamsburg or Brooklyn Bridge and then back to the starting point in Manhattan (via Manhattan bridge). Location is in Midtown West at Pier 84.

 

 

Night

 

The Box NYC-189 Chrystie Street New York, NY 10002

Wandering the Lower East Side at midnight, you may come across the crowded sidewalk of fans waiting, hoping, to enter into The Box. Sophistication has turned naughty in this exclusive world of debauchery and fun. It is unlike any other experience in NYC and in a city where everything is ‘been there; done that’ you can rest assured that this nightclub will have something, or someone, to wow you. Mustard and red curtains drape across the stage and by the balcony seating to create an intimate yet taboo vibe. As if, now that you entered into their world, you’re hidden desires ca

n be explored. Like a stolen piece of Moulin Rouge, preserved at the turn of the century, The Box displays one-of-a-kind performances from acts like The Human Discoball, Anane and risqué Burlesque dancers. All shows are without boundaries which can sometimes make for a crazy night of dancing and interacting with the performers. Don’t be surprised if you see fire breathers and fondling because everything is geared toward the shock factor. The show begins at 1:00 AM and progressively gets crazier as each hour passes (there’s a different show every hour). This is definitely not your average entertainment so if you don’t want to be spritzed by urine, be sure to get a seat upstairs on the balcony (the host focuses his attention on the tables by the stage). Drinks are pricey and can range from $18-$30 per cocktail. Also, crowds are ridiculous during the weekend, so go during the week if you can.

 

Barcade-388 Union Avenue New York, NY 11211

Located in the North Side of Williamsburg, sits Barcade, an arcade that serves alcohol. Simple white brick and a chalkboard wall behind the bar give this place an unpretentious, laid back vibe. This adult playground will be

sure to take you back to a time where nothing mattered except video games and fun. We’re talking every adult-child’s fantasy: domestic craft beer and vintage games like Pac-Man, Donkey Kong and Tapper. With beer holders by each game, and specials on tap like Dogfish Head Theobroma and Coney Island Sword Swallower, you don’t have to worry about losing your buzz while saving Princess Peach from the classic pixilated Donkey Kong, or running frantically away from ghosts while trying to eat as many balls as you can. Every game is .25 cents and the drinks are at $6 per beer but totally worth it to be able to try an endless rotation of American beers.

 

Big Quiz Thing

- For locations go to www.bigquizthing.com

Calling all trivia nerds with a competitive bent. Located in different spots all around Manhattan, this weekly event is sure to test your mind. Every other Monday, the Big Quiz Thing is held at posh Crash Mansion for a night of unexpected fun and learning. And what will you be doing, you ask? Well, for only $7, you’ll get a quiz sheet (no cheating!) and play five rounds of brain-wrenching trivia. No worries if trivia is not your thing. Even if you don’t get the answer right, you’ll get points for being a “smart ass.” Questions are accompanied by video clips and pictures, while Noah Tarnow, the founder and Quizmaster, cleverly hosts the show, so there is never a dull moment. If you’re hungry, they serve food and drinks. Make sure to get there early as seating is first come first serve.

 

Comedy Cellar-117 MacDougal Street New York, 10012

If you’ve seen Louie, then you know about the famed Comedy Cellar. If not, you’ve still seen the wait line wrapped around the block of this East Village icon. People will wait for up to an hour just to descend into this lightly dec

orated red brick basement. You can easily go online and make a reservation (even a half hour before the show) and get into the club with no problem, so don’t worry about the wait. With a different lineup every night, this club has got comedy down to a science. Throw a two item (drinks of course) minimum in and your night turns from funny and clever to hilarious. Ticket prices vary during the week from $10-$14 and on the weekends from $20-$24. For reservations go to http://www.comedyres.com/reservation.php

 

 

 

Mo nday Night Magic-Theatre at Saint Clement's
423 West 46th Street
New York, NY 10036

Hosted at the theatre at St. Clemens in Midtown West, is the Monday Night Magic Show. Bring your date, friends, and kids to this intimate and awe-inspiring event. With new magicians every week, you’re bound to see something different every time. Magicians like Torkova and Jeff Moche will perform award winning tricks and all with a unique style. The show starts at 8:00. Be sure to get your tickets in advance because they are raised at the door. $37.50 in advance and $42.50 at the door.