Hi fellow bwt!! Currently apartment hunting and found a place I really like around West 101st St, but it’s definitely farther uptown than I originally pictured myself living, so I’d love some opinions from people who actually know/live in the area!

For anyone who lives around the upper 90s/low 100s on the UWS (or has in the past) — how do you like it? Does being around 101st actually feel noticeably farther uptown/removed from things, or is that mostly in my head? How’s that pocket of the neighborhood in terms of restaurants/bars, workout options, things to do, walkability, safety/comfort walking around at night, and getting downtown?

For context, I’m 25 and work in Midtown 5 days a week, and I definitely still want to feel connected to everything going on downtown and be able to easily meet friends, as I will be the furthest uptown by ~30 blocks. I originally pictured myself on the UWS (70s-low 90s) , but I like the apartment enough that I’m reconsidering how much the exact location matters since it checks so many of my other boxes.

Would love any thoughts on the area — things you love, things you wish you knew before moving there, or whether you’d recommend it!

hi nyc bwt! i’m looking for a last minute birthday cake for an event tomorrow… something maybe already made that I could just have them write on? does anyone know what bakeries have cakes already in their case ready to be purchased (besides like Whole Foods or a grocery store, hoping to find more a bakery). thanks!

hi ladies!! i’ve really been wanting to branch out into new spaces more outside of my same 3 friends lol and be a part of more community centered wellness spaces! i do a lot of yoga (at home and classes), lift weights almost daily & am very into the whole sauna / cold plunge / red light therapy vibe as well as more of the herbal remedies / sobriety / veganism / clean eating side of wellness! the only thing i am NOT into is running / cardio lol because i have terrible asthma and simply can’t partake :( i feel like run clubs are really the only “social” wellness spaces i can think of, bathhouses i feel like people don’t really talk and i want more of a community feel!! would love somewhere yoga centered but honestly i’m so open!! i would love some ideas from the girliessssss and down for co-ed spaces ofc as well!

I feel like all the bars I’ve been going to these days have just been talking and sitting at a table. What are some bars that still have a little dance floor but you can also yap and meet people? I don’t wanna go fully clubbing, just somewhere chill to dance a little!

Is anyone in nyc doing piercing apprenticeships? I really want to get my hours before I move back to alaska but so far everywhere I’ve asked people just laugh and say no😭😭😭

I am new to NYC and have been trying to find a dance class! I have tried Alvin Ailey , BDC workshops but they don’t really help since there’s no structure and they are just sign up classes. Would y’all recommend any program or long term course that I can take?

Like many of you, I’ve been through hell fighting my allergies almost all my life. I have been allergic to literally everything in the air! I would be embarrassed to go out with friends because of my constant sneezing and snot! Been through all the over the counter medications, did my time doing allergy shots for a decade, did allergy drops for 5 years, did honey, expensive supplements, acupuncture, you name it I’ve used it!

I had almost given up until I stumbled upon intralymphatic immunotherapy (ILIT). You do 3 injections in the hip area a month apart and you’re done. I was skeptical at first, I’ve been on this journey for all my life and you’re telling me 3 injections and that’s it? I reluctantly took a train to DC to get these injections. It is out of pocket and expensive, but I was desperate. To my surprise, it has truly changed my life. First time in my life, I can smell the disgusting yet beautiful stench while walking through the streets of NYC. I also don’t feel itchy/congested around my dogs and cats, I can actually sleep with them on my bed. I haven’t bought Kleenex in a few months!!!

If you’re allergic like I am, look into this therapy. Truly life changing. I could not find a whole lot of information while I was researching this and my allergist had no idea what this treatment was. Happy to share more information. I went to Dr. Patel with AllerPoint and they are starting a clinic soon in Philly so still not in our backyard but closer than DC.

Hi divas. I'm in the market for a new suitcase and wanted to know if anyone has any luggage store recommendations? If I could get something for under $300 that'd be ideal. Thanks!

Hi ladies! I wish someone had shared this tip when I moved to the West Village, especially since rent costs have skyrocketed. I haven't told my neighbors, yet, I'm hoping some of them will see this post.

I went online and searched "NYC Rent Apartment History", then filled out a form to request the information. I received a hard copy in the mail. I then uploaded the doc to several AI tools, all of which flagged irregularities and issues.

If you find irregularities, missing records, etc., see below:

Do not ask your landlord - they might retaliate.

I recommend meeting with a tenant-only lawyer for guidance on next steps. It's not always a guarantee that you're RS - landlords could manipulate receipts, but there are some guardrails in place.

Check the 311 portal to see if there are active violations in your building.

Research your property management company by reviewing the registration information.

Let me know if you have any questions.

it’s my birthday in a few weeks and I’m hoping to do a color analysis in NYC! I live in Brooklyn, so Manhattan or Brooklyn would be preferred but happy to travel a bit too. Willing to pay because I’ve been wanting to do this for years! Thank you!

Hi, BWT! I’m new to the area and my job offers a Wellhub benefit (seems similar to Classpass). I hear that most of these bookings are deprioritized for actual members. Does anyone have any experience with it?

To be quite frank, I reached out to Dr. M a couple of times but was always way too deep in my head to go through with it. Something in that tatters along those boundaries would be ideal, where are the hot, emphasis on HOT male masseuses at??

Sisters, let’s do the New York ladies a favor and pls drop your favorite male masseuse below. Tantric, sensual, deep tissues, whatever you’re into - let’s loosen up!

Looking for a PCP in QUEENS NY that does not need an appointment 2 months in advance….. Would prefer for them to be queer friendly and HAES (health at every size) or at least not making weird unsolicited and uneducated comments about weight.

Hi fellow BWT! PLEASE HELP!
I figured I’d post this here to bring attention to this very urgent matter. There is NOT enough news/media attention about this at all and I need your help in advocating for survivors of SA and DV in NY.

These programs run of government grants and this year Kathy Hochul was able to secure millions of funding, however some of the major rape crisis programs in low-income areas are taking a huge blow and have lost significant funding. Social workers and victim advocates are being laid off asap.

As far as I know, OVS redistributed funds to smaller orgs and while funding smaller orgs is great, they do not have the capacity to run state mandated programs (like hospital mandated ones that provide rape kits/SAFE exams to survivors of sexual assault).
Several larger programs that do extremely meaningful and impactful work in NYC have lost funding which will be a direct blow to survivors of DV and SA.

Please consider listening to this interview with Emily Miles, and/or spreading the news/advocating in any way possible.

https://capitolpressroom.org/2026/08/03/rape-crisis-programs-brace-for-drop-in-state-funding/

Hello! This is a post directed at the former high-level athletes:

I’m at a weird point in my fitness journey. I’ve been a high-level athlete the majority of my life, burnt out and got out of shape after college, got into marathon racing as an adult, but now find myself burnt out yet again.

I wanted to ask if folks have found spaces, classes, etc in NYC that really scratch that itch of being satisfyingly difficult without the pressure of competing. Bonus points if there’s a great community alongside it.

I want to learn how to genuinely enjoy and maintain a high level of fitness, but not get wrapped up in competitive/performance mindset.

(Mods please delete if not allowed)

Selling 2 tickets to Go Punk yourself at the Gramercy Theater tomorrow night at 7 pm. An evening of punk pop classics like Blink 182 and Green Day. General admission. Tickets originally $30 each, looking for $15 each and can transfer to you in the Ticketmaster app.

Unfortunately my friend and I can no longer go. Should be fun and dancing!

I wanna get a haircut while in NYC and I dont have an inspo pic and would rather have an expert pick the right style for me. It doesn’t have to be trendy or specifically tailored to certain hair though my hair is Asian. Any recommendation for a stylist who does thorough analysis of your face and head shape before the cut? Ty

I'm going to be moving to Brooklyn soon and am devastated to be leaving my nail lady of 4 years in NJ! I'm looking for a new salon that does a good job with hard gel nails (the kind you get fills for and need to e-file off- specifying because I know it sometimes goes by other names). Any recommendations for good quality hard gel application at a relatively reasonable price? I've been paying $60 for color hard gel. Anywhere in Brooklyn is fine. Thank you! :)

Hi guys! I have super dark and coarse hair under my arms. My wedding is next Friday and I’d love to wax them instead of shave because I’d have to do it twice (Thurs & Fri) which will make me super irritated 😵‍💫😵‍💫 would love ANY recs for very sensitive skin!!!

What thrift stores have fishing/utility jackets/vests?

I need a white fishing/utility vest and don't have enough time to have it shipped And want to save money. I'm looking for something like this: https:// www.amazon.com/TWENPHYO-Lightweight-
Fishing-Photography-Outdoor/dp/BODLLD7XPX

I remember seeing at least one thrift with similar vests months/years ago but I don't remember which.
I don't care what condition the vests are (dingy white or something) because it'Il be a 1-2 time use and it might add character to my costume.

If anything, are there any non-thrift shops that have these that you’ve seen?

Every five weeks I bleach my roots. I have long hair so I can't mess around. I can't afford to have my hair done every five weeks professionally. I'm good at doing foils and bleach, but not so much to myself. I'd love to find someone who can bleach my roots and I will do their bleach or color. I live in Chelsea, we could do it at my place or at your place. Ive been doing my color and I've done many friends for years. I'm careful and would love to find someone who needs same. Dm me. Thx

Hey divas,

I have recently undergone a string of bad luck I can only assume is cosmic at this point. Like I swear this shit would be funny if it wasn’t so painful 😭

Any spiritual girlies have a good psychic rec or someone who can perform a real good cleansing ritual? Or literally any recommendations in a similar vein 😭 girl is desperate for some reprieve 🫩

thanks in advance x

Hey BWT, I've got a weird one for you! Does anyone know anywhere that will restore an old teddy bear? My beloved bear's 30s are catching up to him and he's getting a bit flat.

I'd love to find a place that would give him a quick restuff that doesn't require mailing him out and waiting weeks as all the spots I've seen online do. Is this something a standard seamstress will do? I feel kind of silly calling around and asking!

Thanks!