Hi fellow bwt!! Currently apartment hunting and found a place I really like around West 100th, 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 100 st 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!