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| We’re stoked for the launch of chef Aaron Frager’s catering business, Arob’s Homestyle this Saturday, August 20th. Southern food meets Chinese & Afro-Caribbean cuisine. Keep reading for more details! |
CORONAVIRUS & MONKEYPOX
1. HERE’S THE NY SCOOP
| Hey Friends! Election Day is coming up and it’s time for you to vote! We wrote a refresher on why your vote matters. This weekend marks the final Saturday of Summer Streets, and hell, almost the end of Summer. What should we do for our last hurrah before the weather turns? |
THE STATS:
| 18, 152, 534 vaccines administered across NYC 400 new hospitalizations 5,101 new cases (wear your masks) 2, 376 Monkeypox cases in NY |
GOOD NEWS
| Reason 679 Why New Yorkers Don’t Need Their Drivers License- Starting late next year, cars will begin paying $9 to $23 to enter Manhattan in congestion pricing. Why? Climate Change but also, the MTA is really broke and needs some funds to keep running. We’ll still be shouting “ I’m Walking here!”. Fulton Street Fish Market is Back as the Tin Building – After 8 years, $194.6 million and the epic curation of chef Jean-Georges Vongerichten, the Tin Building is now open with a multi-level “Eataly” with 6 full-service restaurants, 4 bars and a boatload of gourmet retail shops. Hurry and get in before the tourists do. |
BAD NEWS
| NYC Has lost 63 Miles of Open Streets – During COVID, 83 miles of the 5 boroughs were closed to car traffic and open to block parties, outdoor dining and overall escapes from the darkness of studio apartments. Now with businesses reopening and…congestion…the demand for car free streets has waned. What do you think…should we bring back Open Streets? |
WORDS OF ADVICE
2. WHO ARE WE VOTING FOR AND WHY?
| It’s Election Week y’all! Click here to find your polling place and candidates. WHEN ARE WE VOTING? The August Primary is scheduled for August 23, 2022 with Early Voting from now to August 21st. WHO ARE WE VOTING FOR? U.S. House of Representatives – There are 435 representatives and each state has a certain amount allotted due to the population of their state. New York has 26. Click here to find your candidates. State Senate – There are 63 seats and each state has 2 Senators. Chuck Schumer is the Senate Majority Leader and has held a Senator title since 1999. You can see candidates here. WHY SHOULD THIS MATTER TO YOU? Congress is made up of the House of Representatives and State Senate. Together, they “make all laws, declare war, regulate interstate and foreign commerce and control taxing and spending policies.” Plus, the House of Representatives and State Senate make up the bulk of the Electoral College. Your vote in this election will dictate the president in years to come! Most importantly, bills must be passed by both the Senate AND House of Representatives. During the height of COVID, the Stimulus Package was at a standstill for months as neither party could agree. The delay led to increased homelessness, deaths, and a reduction in Covid assistance. Other bills that have been cruising the controversy circuit lately surround Abortion, gun safety, gay rights, student loan forgiveness and all are being debated daily in Congress. If you don’t want bills to get stuck in limbo…make sure you vote! |
EVENTS COMING UP
3. SUNSET DATE NIGHT AT THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART
| Want to feature an event? Email us if you have an event that you would like for us to share! Looking for a cute and unique date idea? Head to the Met’s Date Nights on Fridays (adults only) where you can scope out the art with a bevy or two. Then head to the Cantor Rooftop with a view of Central Park for a Sunset Dance party with live music. Runs every Friday and Saturday until September 3rd. Sun Sets are free with Museum admission, which is always pay-what-you-wish for New York State residents and NY, NJ, and CT students with valid ID |
FROM OUR SPONSOR
Launching in LIC this Saturday!
AROB’S
HOMESTYLE
COOKING
| Arob’s Homestyle is a nod to the cultural backgrounds of chef Aaron Frager’s family. Every weekend you can get a taste of classic soul food staples with influences from Chinese & Afro-Caribbean cuisine. As Aaron’s Grandma Ruth used to say “Come get a plate baby” Join us this Saturday, August 20th for their GRAND OPENING at their pop up at 41-28 37th Street, Long Island City or by ordering through Doordash! Pre-order today by calling (718) 344-6426. If you would like to sponsor an upcoming newsletter, we would love to support your business. Contact us! |
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