Weekly roundup (February 26)
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February 26, 2024 | Issue #95
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Note from Rebeka:
This week: get outside and enjoy the ‘Fools Spring’ weather while it lasts, lots of free food (Deli Boys, Wagamama, McCain), free vinyl at The ReShop, a free manicure at Majesty’s Pleasure, and so much more. Newsletter subscribers also get first access to get a free pass to NOVOCAINE in 4DX with link below.
– Rebeka
UPCOMING EVENTS (THIS WEEK):
📺 Hulu Deli Boys Pop-Up (February 26): To celebrate the premiere of Deli Boys, Hulu is bringing the underground world of Deli Boys to life, with show-themed swag, specialty drinks and a menu of snacks.
🍗 Guy Fieri at Chicken Guy! (February 26): It’s the Chicken Guy! NYC grand opening this Wednesday, and Guy Fieri will be there to cut the ribbon and celebrate
🍲 Wagamama Free Ramen for Students (February 26 - 28): Wagamama is kicking off its new student menu with free ramen for the first 25 students at each location who dine in after 3pm, daily through February 28!
👾 Pokémon Day at Nintendo New York (February 27): Celebrate Pokémon Day with Pikachu and Eevee appearances, giveaways, a Pokémon Battle Lab and more!
🍟 McCain Farms of the Future Experience (February 27 - March 1): McCain, the maker of 1 in 4 fries around the world, is inviting New Yorkers to dig in and learn more about the brand’s regenerative farming journey, with an immersive experience (and free fries!)
🇩🇴 Next Stop Vegan Dominican Independence Celebration (February 27): Bring your Dominican Passport, Cédula, or any passport stamped in DR and get a FREE Empanada and a FREE Presidente beer at this all day celebration
💽 The ReShop Free Vinyl (February 28): The ReShop is having a free vinyl records giveaway at all 3 stores starting Friday through the weekend (while supplies last!)
🎀Claire’s x Lil Sweet Treat Pop-Up (February 28 - March 1): Claire’s is bringing its sparkle to the sweetest spot in town. Indulge in delicious treats and score free accessory surprises, while celebrating the launch of Claire’s Mini-Mart
💅🏻 Majesty’s Pleasure SO ICONIC Grand Opening (February 28 - March 1): Majesty’s Pleasure, New York’s first Social Beauty Club has arrived in Flatiron, and to celebrate, they’re giving away 500 free manicures and over $50K in services, gifts, and prizes
💧 Waterloo Sparkling Water Pop-Up (February 28): Waterloo will be in NYC giving away cans of their two new flavors and more
🥜 REESE'S Filled Pretzels Sampling Event (March 1): Join Hershey & Reese's in store in Times Square for samples of the brand new REESE'S Filled Pretzels!
🥞IHOP National Pancake Day (March 4): Celebrate 18 years of National Pancake Day with a free short stack of Buttermilk Pancakes at your local participating IHOP
ON THE RADAR:
🏃🏾♀️ Champs Sports Run Club New York Powered by Nike (March 8): Join Champs Sports for another free Run Club at Eisenhower Park in Long Island! Participants will run a scenic 3K, get a co-branded t-shirt, and enjoy complimentary breakfast, refreshments, giveaways, and more. Share with a friend who lives on Long Island! (Sponsored)
🎥 NOVOCAINE 4DX Advance Screening (March 10): You are invited to an advance 4DX screening of Paramount Pictures’s upcoming film, NOVOCAINE. Secure a pass with link above, limited passes available (password: Mar10NVCN4Free)
🌸 Spring Saturday at Bloomingdale's (March 8): Join Bloomingdale’s to celebrate Spring with a ton of in-store events, DJ beats, treats and gifts with purchase, including free ice cream bars from SKIMS, pretzels from AllSaints, and more
🕹️Verizon Arcade Unplugged (March 8): In celebration of the Global Day of Unplugging, Verizon is transforming digital games into larger-than-life challenges. No screens needed!
🎥 Movies at the Palace with Lin-Manuel Miranda: Satisfied (March 10): Celebrate the 10-year anniversary of Hamilton on Broadway with a series of recent films starring the original Broadway cast. The movies are free, with tickets available for reservation a week before each screening.
MISC, RECURRING & DEALS:
🍫Salon du Chocolat Giveaway: Experience a world of chocolate in NYC at Salon du Chocolat March 21 - 23, with samples, live demos, installations, and so much more! We are giving away TWO FREE TICKETS to a date of your choice.
💇🏻♀️ $25 Blowout w/ Scalp Massage: Lee Ren Hair Salon is a no-frills spot in Chinatown offering very affordable cuts, blowouts, and more.
🍴Seated: Earn money back on every meal (up to 30%) with Seated that you can convert to gift cards, including a $10 bonus when you sign up!