Weekly roundup (March 6)
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March 6, 2024 | Issue #45
NYC FOR FREE WEEKLY ROUNDUP
Note from Rebeka:
March is here, and there is so much to do and see, from Women’s History Month events, to St. Patrick’s Day, the first day of Spring, and cherry blossoms in NYC. This week, celebrate International Women’s Day, enjoy a Daylight Savings pop-up with Planet Oat, and more. Plus, we're having a NYC for FREE event at Kendra Scott next week. More details below. Hope you can make it!
–Rebeka
UPCOMING EVENTS (THIS WEEK):
🍦Van Leeuwen Upper West Side Grand Opening (March 7): Van Leeuwen is opening its newest scoop shop on 97th & Broadway! Enjoy $1 scoops and free totes for the first 100 customers (2578 Broadway)
💧Bai WonderWater Grove (March 7): Join Bai for an immersive experience and tasting of the NEW Raspberry Lemon Lime flavor, created in partnership with Sydney Sweeney! (393 Broadway)
💅🏻Paintbox Nails Free Press Ons for International Women’s Day (March 8): Paintbox is celebrating its beloved community of women this upcoming International Women’s Day with free press on nails all day! (20 E 69th St)
☕️Versed Press Restart Café (March 8 - 10): Join Versed at a community pop-up event to experience the new retinol collection IRL, score exclusive merch and enjoy complimentary coffee and treats.(188 Mulberry St)
🐶GoodVets West Village Open House (March 9): GoodVets just opened in the West Village. Bring your pets and friends to enjoy food and entertainment at the Open House, as well as a complimentary raffle and giveaways Check out the video on how to get a first free exam here! (544 Hudson St)
🥛Planet Oat Daylight Savings Pop-Up (March 11): Planet Oat is here to help you reset your clocks, minds and bodies after Daylight Savings. Enjoy the morning with FREE coffee with Planet Oat varieties, Extra Creamy and Unsweetened Original, muffins and overnight oats (Astor Place)
🩵Tiffany & Co The Landmark: Culture of Creativity (through May 20): Discover Tiffany & Co.’s new exhibition at The Landmark, Culture of Creativity, with 70 works of art across mediums, including never-before-seen works. Check out the video here! (727 5th Ave)
ON THE RADAR:
🕵🏼♀️Law & Order SVU Pop-Up (March 14 - 15): Calling all New York Dedicated Detectives: Law & Order: Special Victims Unit is having a NYC pop-up to celebrate its 25th anniversary. NBC is transforming Rockefeller Plaza into Olivia Benson Plaza with coffee, giveaways, photo moments and more
🕶️Women’s History Month Happy Hour: Get Spring Break Ready (March 14): Join NYC for FREE and Kendra Scott for a happy hour, where we’ll enjoy sips and sweets, caricatures, spin the wheel, special one-day only promotions and a 20% give back to an amazing non-profit
☘️Jameson St. Patrick’s Day Eve (March 16): Make history at the first-ever St. Patrick’s Eve Celebration with entertainment, giveaways and more
🧴Dr.Jart+ Skinnovation Station (March 22 - 24): Experience the iconic Cicapair collection for sensitive skin and the world of Dr.Jart+, play old-school games with new twists, win prizes, and snag free skincare samples
🪩 Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Pimple Going Away Party (March 23-24): Join Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare for a blowout farewell party – and say bon voyage to breakouts, large pores & uneven texture. Meet Dr. Dennis Gross and receive a FREE skin consultation, samples for your skin type, and preview a new product launch!
🌈Holi Celebration at the Seaport (March 23): Celebrate the traditional Indian festival of colors with dances, art, food & more at the Seaport
🌸Macy’s Flower Show (March 24 - April 7): This year’s Flower Show featuring DIOR will include whimsical floral arrangements and multi-sensory displays to celebrate Spring
MISC, RECURRING & DEALS:
🌸Looking for an affordable weekend trip outside of NYC? The National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, DC is from March 20 - April 14, with peak bloom starting March 23-26 and lasting up to 2 weeks. There are a ton of events and activities during this time. Check out more info here!
🍃FutureCard: Enjoy a free lunch at PLNT Burger with FutureCard (the only free debit card that gives you cashback rewards for spending sustainability). See video here and sign up for FutureCard here.
🍽️ Giveaway: Win a brunch for two at SET L.E.S., a cool spot on Foodie Card serving set meals for brunch and dinner. Get 1 year of Foodie Card for $1 (10% off tons of restaurants around NYC) with link here or code NYCFORFREE
🫖$39 Afternoon Tea at AnnTremet: Enjoy a daily afternoon tea with tiers of sweet & savory items, pick your own mousse cake and cookies, and a pot of tea of your choice. Follow @RebekaNewYork for more food deals & affordable experiences in NYC!