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GOGO THIS WEEK FOR DOWNTOWN: Monday, Jul. 11-Monday, Jul. 18

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Gogobot is an innovative planning tool that tailors recommendations for places to stay, eat and play to your specific tastes. It also allows you to share your great experiences with people who have the same interests as you; people in your “tribes.”

Gogobot’s GoGo This Week feature empowers you to discover and take advantage of great events, openings and exhibits throughout the city each week. Here are some exciting events and sites to check out in downtown New York this week, courtesy of Gogobot. Visit the website or download the app for more GoGo This Week upcoming events.

 

1. Multi-Arts LGBTQ Fest
The Wild Project (East Village)
Monday, Jul. 11-Sunday, Jul. 24 (check website for times)

The Fresh Fruit Festival is a celebration of LGBTQ art and culture. The multidisciplinary arts festival will feature performance art, dance, theatre, video, film, spoken word, graphic arts and music. The goal of the festival is to fight intolerance by showcasing the various aspects of the LGBTQ experience from emerging and established artists. Tickets start at $18.   

 

2. Water Day
Check website for complete list of locations
Saturday, Jul. 16 from 10am-4pm

New York has so many waterfront activities that are waiting to be discovered. This Saturday hit up Hoboken’s Maxwell Place Park, Governors Island or one of a dozen other neighborhood locations for a day of free waterfront fun! Activities include kayaking, canoeing, rowing and paddling. There will be boat tours, food, music and plenty of hands-on water fun for the kiddies. FREE

 

3. Weekend Pool Party
James Hotel (SoHo)
Saturdays-Sundays at 3pm

No need to drop big dolla’ bills to enjoy New York’s fabulous rooftop pools. Every weekend the James Hotel hosts JIMMY Summer Pool Parties, where at 3pm the rooftop bar and lounge opens to guests and the public. Take in the views, enjoy a drink and take a dip, of course. FREE

 

4. Beer Battle: NY vs NJ
The Greene Space (South Village)
Wednesday, Jul. 13 at 7pm

So you think you can tell the difference between NY and NJ? Here’s your chance to prove it. These arch frenemies, always in competition, will battle it out to determine who makes the best beer. Spectators at this epic smackdown will blind taste craft beers from “brewers on both sides of the Hudson River and vote on who makes the best brew.” Tickets start at $25 and include beer tasting and light snacks.

 

5. Meet Chuck Palahniuk
Strand (East Village)
Friday, Jul. 15 from 3-10:30pm

Chuck Palahniuk’s new graphic novel, Fight Club 2,  picks up the story of Tyler Durden, a decade after Project Mayhem. Get the book and meet the author at Strand Books. FREE
 

If you know of great events happening in your neck of the woods that might be a fit for a future GoGo This Week column, please feel free to email details about the event to events@gogobot.com

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GOGO THIS WEEK FOR DOWNTOWN: Sunday, Jul. 3- Sunday, Jul. 10

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Gogobot is an innovative planning tool that tailors recommendations for places to stay, eat and play to your specific tastes. It also allows you to share your great experiences with people who have the same interests as you; people in your “tribes”. Gogobot’s ‘GoGo This Week’ feature empowers you to discover and take advantage of great events, openings and exhibits throughout the city each week. Here are some exciting events and sites to check out in downtown New York this week, courtesy of Gogobot. Visit the website or download the app for more GoGo This Week upcoming events.

 

1. Patriotic Burlesque
City Winery (South Village)
Monday, Jul. 4 from 7-9pm

For fire, sparks and glitter before the fireworks, check out Doc Wasabassco’s monthly Burlesque show at City Winery. The Pre-Fireworks​ 4th of July Celebration promises a patriotic “night of tease, spectacle, and couple-friendly risqué fun.” Tickets start at $22.

 

2. New French Bistro
Mimi NYC (Greenwich Village)
Monday-Saturday from 6pm-2am; Sunday 12-5pm

We are using French Restaurant Week as an excuse to check out Mimi NYC, a new French bistro in Greenwich Village. The mouthwatering menu includes innovative renditions of standards like Pâté en Croûte, Cured Sea Trout, and Veal Oscar.

 

3. 4Knots Music Festival
South Street Seaport (South Street Seaport)
Saturday, Jul. 11 from 1-10pm

The beloved Village Voice indie rock festival 4 Knots is better than ever! Headlined by American indie rock band Guided by Voices, and the Canadian band The Strumbellas, this year the festival is free! Additional performances by Protomartyr, Car Seat Headrest, Mothers, Kirk Knight, Girlpool, Bayonne, Diane Coffee, Promised Land Sound, mild high club, and Boulevards. FREE

 

4. Swim Sale
260 Sample (SoHo)
Tuesday, Jul. 5 from 10am-8pm; Wednesday, Jul. 6-Saturday, Jul. 9 from 11am-7pm; Sunday, Jul. 10 from 11am-5pm

British swimwear Orlebar Brown’s sample sale couldn’t have come at a better time. Stock up on men’s and women’s beach essentials, bathing suits, cover-ups, pants and more, at bargain prices.

 

5. Rooftop Bar Hopping
Check website for locations
Thursday, Jul. 21-Saturday Jul. 23 from 6pm-12am (check website for times)

You’ll want to start preparing ahead of time for this sky-high bar crawl. The Rooftop Crawl will hit up all the best rooftop bars with killer views and drink menus. Choose from Happy Hour Thursday, Weekend Starter or Sunset Saturday. $45

 

6. Red White Brew East Village Pub Crawl
Bar None (East Village)
Monday, Jul. 4 (registration from 5-9pm)

For those of you who don’t want to spend 4th of July weekend grilling dogs and corn in the backyard, tag along on this patriotic East Village pub crawl. Drop in on local East Village bars, meet new people, drink cheap booze and, who knows, you might even set off some fireworks yourself… $3

 

If you know of great events happening in your neck of the woods that might be a fit for a future GoGo This Week column, please feel free to email details about the event to events@gogobot.com

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GOGO THIS WEEK FOR DOWNTOWN: Sunday, Jun. 5 – Sunday, Jun. 12

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Gogobot is an innovative planning tool that tailors recommendations for places to stay, eat and play to your specific tastes. It also allows you to share your great experiences with people who have the same interests as you; people in your “tribes”. Gogobot’s ‘GoGo This Week’ feature empowers you to discover and take advantage of great events, openings and exhibits throughout the city each week. Here are some exciting events and sites to check out in downtown New York this week, courtesy of Gogobot. Visit the website or download the app for more GoGoThis Week upcoming events.

1. Lower East Side Film Festival
Check website for complete list of venues
Thursday, Jun. 9 – Thursday, Jun. 16 (check website for times)

The Lower East Side Film Festival showcases low-budget and independent films from across the globe, but this affair is far from low-profile. Ethan Hawke joins the panel of jurors and there is always a slew of killer parties! Don’t miss the opening night film “Art of the Prank” and, more importantly, the after-party at DROM where $20 cover includes live bands and an open bar with beer and wine.

2. Daybreaker Weeklong Party
Check website for complete list of venues
Sunday, Jun. 5 – Friday, Jun. 10 (check website for times)

What’s better than a Daybreaker party to jumpstart your week? How about a whole week of Daybreaker parties with themes like80’s Glam, Hip Hop Don’t Stop, Disco at DUSK, 90’s Throwback and Beach Party? With the added perks of cold brew coffee, healthy juices, and tasty breakfast snacks, this event is good reason to set your alarm clock super early this week. Tickets start at $25.

3. Loving Day
Solar 1 (Stuyvesant Town)
Saturday, Jun. 11 from 3-7pm

The world would be a much better place with a little more love in it. Named after Loving v. Virginia, the 1967 Supreme Court decision that declared all laws against interracial marriage unconstitutional, Loving Day is a celebration of diversity and multiculturalism. This all-love party features live musical performances, Big D’s Grub Truck and free Asahi beer with a $10 donation.

4. Big Apple Barbecue
Madison Square Park
Satursday, Jun. 11 – Sunday, Jun. 12 from 11am-6pm

“Get sauced” with 14 of the finest pitmasters from across the county during two days of Big Apple Barbecue. We can’t wait to taste the heat and smoke from Ed Mitchell, Hometown BBQ, Memphis Bar-B-Que Co., Big Bob Gibson Bar-B-Q and Skylight Inn. Live musical performances throughout the day.

5. LGBT Chelsea Art Gallery Tour
526 West 26th St. (Chelsea)
Saturday, Jun. 11 at 4pm

See great art and mingle! This lively tour will highlight the latest artwork by gay and lesbian artists, as well as “others of interest to a queer sensibility,” including work from painter and printmaker David Hockney and a special talk from photographer Karine Laval. $25

6. Washington Square Music Festival
Washington Square Park (West Village)
Tuesday, Jun. 7 – Tuesday, Jun. 28 at 8pm

Jun. 7 marks the start of a month-long classical concert series at Washington Square Park. We can’t imagine a lovelier Tuesday evening than in the company of Vivaldi, Brahms and Nielsen, al fresco.

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Gogo This Week for Downtown: Sun May 29th-Sun June 5th

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Gogobot is an innovative planning tool that tailors recommendations for places to stay, eat and play to your specific tastes. It also allows you to share your great experiences with people who have the same interests as you; people in your “tribes”. Gogobot’s ‘GoGo This Week’ feature empowers you to discover and take advantage of great events, openings and exhibits throughout the city each week. Here are some exciting events and sites to check out in downtown New York this week, courtesy of Gogobot. Visit the website or download the app for more GoGo This Week upcoming events.

 

1. Blue Note Jazz Fest
Check website for complete list of venues
Wed, Jun 1st-Thurs, Jun 30th

The Blue Note Jazz Festival is a month-long jazz celebration with over 100 events and performances from heavy hitters like Kamasi Washington (a must-see at this year’s SummerStage and FREE!), Robert Glasper, Gilberto Santa Rosa, Joshua Redman Quartet, Christian McBride, Talib Kweli, McCoy Tyner, Ron Carter, Roy Haynes, and many more.

2. World Science Festival
Check website for complete list of venues
Wed, Jun 1st-Sun, Jun 5th (check website for times)

Have your mind blown at the World Science Festival! No need for a science degree to enjoy the wide range of topics and events, among them talks on the science of baking and robot morality, fishing trips, street science and stargazing. This year, The Month joins the ranks for a night of science stories. Top on our list of events to attend is “Awakening the Mind,” a special tribute to Dr. Oliver Sacks.
3. Participatory Art
Governors Island
Fri, Jun 3rd-Sun, Jun 5th from 10am-6pm

The Figment Project is the sort of installation art exhibit that invites attendees to interact — touch, play and dream — with the art on display. Volunteer-based with no corporate backing, Figment is the embodiment of art for the people. Expect theater, dance, music, and lots of opportunities to make your own art!

4. Lobster and Beer Sail
Slip 2 at Battery Park (Battery Park)
Tues, Jun 7th-Aug 16th from 7-9pm

We are so excited about the new Lobster & Beer Lovers Sail that we are including it in our look ahead section. We can’t wait to sink our teeth into two delicious Luke’s Lobster Rolls as we enjoy the New York sunset, the sound of the Hudson on the wooden hull, and, more importantly, unlimited beer! $95

5. Hot Wings Festival
Ainsworth Park (Gramercy)
Sun, June 5th from 11am-7pm

Taste over 50 wing varieties, from classic flavors to unique concoctions, at the 2nd annual Best Wings Festival.  This finger-licking, family-friendly event is jammed packed with activities, entertainment, competitions and giveaways. Plus, there will be plenty of craft beer to help you wash down all those wings. Tickets start at $10.

6. Mr. Purple Rooftop Bar
Mr. Purple (Lower East Side)
Sun  11am-2am; Mon-Tues 4pm-2am; Wed 4pm-3am; Thurs-Fri 4pm-4am;  Sat 11am-4am

We waited for warmer weather to check out Mr. Purple, a new-ish rooftop bar at the Indigo Hotel. Perched on the 15th floor, Mr. Purple is trying hard to impress, but we think the food and drink menu, plus the sweeping views of the city, speak for themselves. Stop by for a midweek drink if you want to avoid the weekend crowds.

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GOGO THIS WEEK FOR DOWNTOWN: SUN MAY, 15TH-SUN MAY, 22TH

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Gogobot is an innovative planning tool that tailors recommendations for places to stay, eat and play to your specific tastes. It also allows you to share your great experiences with people who have the same interests as you; people in your “tribes.” Gogobot’s ‘GoGo This Week’ feature empowers you to discover and take advantage of great events, openings and exhibits throughout the city each week. Here are some exciting events and sites to check out in downtown New York this week, courtesy of Gogobot. Visit the website or download the app for more GoGo This Week upcoming events.

1. Pop Music Fest
Check website for complete list of venues
Thurs, May 19th-Sun, May 22nd

We love the NYC Pop Fest because we can check out cool indie pop artists from around the world. These year’s lineup includes Allo Darlin’, Alpaca Sports, Big Quiet, Even As We Speak, Trashcan Sinatras, The Hairs, Simon Love and many more.

2. River Games
Hudson River Park, Pier 26 (Tribeca)
Sat, May 21st from 7:30am-8pm

Forget the gym! Get summer ready at Hudson River Park. Part fundraiser, part olympics, the Hudson River Park Games are a series of individual and group fitness activities that are both challenging and fun. There is will be flying trapeze clinics,  paddleboard, yoga, soccer and more.

3. Taste of Tribeca
334 Greenwich street (Tribeca)
Sat, May 21st from 11:30am to 3pm

Over 60 of the finest Tribeca establishments like The Odeon, Nobu, Marc Forgione, Duane Park Patisserie, Tribeca Grill, White Street, Baked, Café Noir, Bouley and Brushstroke (both Michelin star recipients) will be offering tastings from their menus. Included in the ticket price are the self-guided wine and beer tours where local pubs and wines shops will offer special samplings. Rain or shine, there will be live entertainment, kid and sports areas, so bring the whole family.

4. Funny Fest
Check website for complete list of venues
Thurs, May 19th-Sat, May 21st (Check site for showtimes)

The 5th and final edition of New York Funny Song Fest will go out with a bang – 4 days of raucous comedy fun with events like Costume Ball, Out of Towners Hoe, Funny Songs, Karaoke and much more!

5. Passport to Taiwan
Union Square North (Union Square)
Sun, May 22nd from 12-5pm

Taiwan is one of the most magical places in the world. For those that can’t make the trip this year, we recommend checking out the 15th Annual Passport to Taiwan Festival. It showcases Taiwanese culture with food delicacies like Lobaben, Stir Fry Rice Vermicelli and Bamboo Tamale, demonstration from Taiwanese craft masters at work and performances from MAD Theater and the very awesome Dwagie.

6. Dance Parade
Tompkins Square Park (East Village)
Sat, May 21st from 1-7pm

According to Martha Graham, “Dance is the hidden language of the soul.” That means you can let your soul speak at the annual Dance Parade and Dance Fest. Join the procession and salsa, tango, waltz, hula and break dance your soul to a wide range of world beats and sounds! Then, hit the after-party in Tompkins Square Park [15] for dance workshops and dance performances.

7.  Pop Culture Fest
Milk Studios (Meatpacking)
Sat, May 21st-Sun, May 22nd

The Vulture Festival celebrates entertainment and pop culture. Though some popular events are sold out, there is the opportunity to get standby tickets the day of the show (concerts, live tapings, premiere, screenings, podcasts, etc.) to see the likes of David Schwimmer, David Chase, Shonda Rhimes, Sarah Silverman and many more.

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If you know of great events happening in your neck of the woods that might be a fit for a future GoGo This Week column, please feel free to email details about the event to events@gogobot.com

 

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GOGO THIS WEEK FOR DOWNTOWN: February 21st-29th

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Gogobot is an innovative planning tool that tailors recommendations for places to stay, eat and play to your specific tastes. It also allows you to share your great experiences with people who have the same interests as you; people in your “tribes”. Gogobot’s ‘GoGo This Week’ feature empowers you to discover and take advantage of great events, openings and exhibits throughout the city each week. Here are some exciting events and sites to check out in downtown New York this week, courtesy of Gogobot. Visit the website or download the app for more GoGo This Week upcoming events.

1. Whisky Tasting
Pier 60 (Chelsea)
Wed, Feb 24th from 6-10pm

Mark Twain once said “Too much of anything is bad, but too much good whiskey is barely enough.” We are pretty sure that Whisky Live, which offers whisky lovers the chance to sample 300 different Scotches, Bourbons And Whiskies from around the world, would have satisfied Mr. Twain’s thirst for “the water of life.”

2. Battle of the Brussels
V Spot Organic (East Village)
Mon, Feb 29th at 7pm

Brussel sprouts, the seemingly simple mini cabbage, pack quite the flavor punch, especially in the hands of talented New York chefs who will present their best versions of the vegetable for your sampling pleasure. Boiled, crispy, crunchy, fire-roasted, fried, or fresh, you won’t go home hungry!

3. Breakfast for Dinner
451-459 W 14th Street (Chelsea)
Monday, February 29, 2016 from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM

If a good breakfast prepares us for the day ahead, what nocturnal benefits will we reap if we eat our breakfast for dinner. In the Breakfast for Dinner battle, some of our favorite meatpacking restaurants will be vying for our vote for The People’s Choice Award. The contenders include: Untitled, STK, Colicchio & Sons, Doughnuttery and many others.

4. Trivial Dispute
Crocodile Lounge (Lower East Side)
Weds at 8:30pm

Smart-asses get a lot of flack and, you know what, we are here to defend those that through sheer cognitive gifts and random bathroom reading have come to amass a reserve of useless knowledge. So what if smartasses like to show off their little trove of trivia treasures! Forget the haters, and come check out Trivial Dispute at Crocodile Lounge, where smartasses (ourselves amongst them) can proudly boast and be rewarded.

5. Oscar party
Sons of Essex (Lower East Side)
Sun, Feb 28th at 7:30 pm

The Oscars are all about style and glamour. We may not be movie stars, but that’s no reason to stay home in pajamas. We are going all out for the 88th edition with a fancy Oscars-themed dinner at Sons of Essex, with music from Francisco Lozano and entertainment by Annie Sollange. Prix Fixe menu $68. RSVP and formal attire strongly suggested.

6. Get it Together
Kula Yoga (Tribeca)
Sat, feb 27th from 3:30-5pm

Sometimes the cold, the gloom and the dark of winter can get us low, real low, and we may need something or someone to pull us up and tell us to get our shit together! The meditation workshop “Getting and Keeping Your Shit Together: Meditation 2.0” with Megan Mook will help all those in need of a serious jumpstart. We’re going to learn some practical ways of staying focused this winter.

7. Jewelry Sale
915 Broadway, Suite 903 (Flatiron)
Tues, Feb 23rd-Thurs, Feb 25th from 11am-7pm

To add a little (or a lot of) sparkle to your wardrobe, check out the Thomas Laine sample sale. With pieces from designers like Ben Amun, Kenneth Jay Lane, Nina Bridal, Monica Rich Kosann, Suzanne Kalan, and Thomas Laine, of course, many of which are under $50, there is no reason to wait for spring to light up your look with some bling.

8. Pop Erotica
Santos Party House (Tribeca)
Sun, Feb 28th at 7pm

The Sweet Spot parties celebrate erotica in all its forms–through poetry, comedy, art, music, fashion and dance. The Mardi Gras edition this Sunday will have add something a little extra special to tickle your senses.

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If you know of great events happening in your neck of the woods that might be a fit for a future GoGo This Week column, please feel free to email details about the event to events@gogobot.com.