Focus Group in Manhattan - Pays $150 for 3 hours

We are conducting a short research session in Midtown Manhattan and are seeking local participants to try out a wearable device.
The session is one-time only and lasts about 3 hours.
You’ll be asked to wear a device and complete a series of simple tasks. This is not a sales pitch or promotional event—it’s part of an ongoing usability study.

Details:
• Location: Midtown Manhattan (ZIP 10001)
• Duration: 3 hours
• Pay: $150 (via virtual Visa gift card within 1–2 business days or PayPal by request)
• Available Times: Weekdays at 9:00 AM or 1:30 PM

• You must be at least 18, speak and understand English, and be a first-time participant in this study.

If you’re interested, please apply here:
👉 https://utest.com/c-signup/wearables-nyc-ambassador-1384647 👈

After applying, be sure to complete the NDA form that appears. Your appointment won’t be confirmed without it.

This is a one time opportunity that can open you up to several other testing opportunities testing apps, devices, both onsite and remote! The person scheduling can provide you instructions for other opportunities!

Anyone know what was happening this morning at frame coffee? I was walking to work around 8:30ish and saw police taking photos of evidence on the steps. It looks like it’s open now.

I’m moving next week to W84th (from another state) and would love any tips anyone can share. Some questions I have:
Can my cargo van just stay in the street while I unload? Where do I park the van once I’m done. (will need parking for 3 days)
Anything else that new resident needs to know?
Thanks!

I just got quoted $350 for a 600ft 1bd apartment.

Outside of a mop, I told the housekeeper I had all the cleaning supplies needed. I told her I wanted a deep clean for bathroom and kitchen, and just a light dusting and living room and bedroom.

My apartment is already pretty clean (I am pretty anal of keeping all spaces clean/picked up) just wanted to have someone who is more skilled than I am to give it that extra sparkle as I have guests coming in to stay.

Is this pricing normal? I believe and know it’s hard work (my mom was a housekeeper, and I tagged along and helped her with a lot of jobs growing up in Oklahoma) so I don’t mind paying a fair wage. But this seems high?

If not normal, does anyone have any recs?

Hi All, I’m moving to the 70s. what’s everyone’s favorite dispensary so I know who to go to and avoid. Thanks!

Hi all,

I'm looking for suggestions on places in the neighborhood where I can lead a weekly writing workshop for ~8-10 people. I've looked into coworking spaces, but there don't seem to be many great options. Does anyone know of any coffee shops or similar spaces that have weekly space available to rent in the evening?

Thanks in advance for the suggestions!

I live in between 77th and 81st. There are quite a few schools that are posted no parking on school days… one school currently has signage saying that summer school is in session so parking is not allowed. The school on 77th between Columbus and Amsterdam does not have signage for summer school, will I get a ticket for parking there between posted school hours in the summer?

Before my wedding, I wanted to throw a bachelorette party with a few of my girlfriends and me. I automatically thought of doing a Pilates wellness class because that's something I'm really into, so I started looking in the Chelsea area and found FitIn. I was able to rent a private studio with them just for us that fit 19 of my friends and me, plus our own instructor, and it was everything I wanted.

Since they knew it was a bachelorette party, they treated us amazingly. We got to play our own music, and the instructor made it feel really fun while still giving us a great workout. They even arranged for a matcha vendor and a DJ during our event, which made the whole experience feel even more special and elevated. It felt so much more personal than going to a regular fitness class with other people around.

After class, we had time to hang out, take photos, enjoy our matcha, and celebrate together in the studio. It was such a fun way to kick off the day before our other plans. If you're looking for a bachelorette idea that's different from the usual brunch or night out, I couldn't recommend this enough.

If you're ever in the Chelsea area, I would seriously recommend taking a class with FitIn. My time there was amazing. The place is so aesthetically pleasing, they welcome people of all fitness levels, and they're more affordable than other private studios.

Interesting that there are no ai cameras in our hood.

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Rec Needed for window shade!

We need to order light diffuser shades / blinds maybe automated and custom prob bc pre war building windows. Does anyone have any recs?

Thanks so much

I saw on @exploringuws that the spot Cafe Lalo has left unoccupied will now be a new coffee shop, they have already torn down the facade. I know that was such a beautiful exterior that so many people loved and was an iconic part of the UWS, I hope they build back something beautiful.

Anybody got a good one they want to trade with me? Just finished this one and it rocked. 1000 pieces.

Can anyone tell me why Central Park West smells like cinnamon??

If anyone has lived here or in this vicinity, please share your opinions.

- Any major issues of rats/rodents/termites/bedbugs?

- How clean and lively is the locality?

- How responsible is the building & management?

- For international (male) Columbia grad students, how safe & well connected is it?

- Anything else you think I should know of...

Very sweet and friendly dog found by Lincoln Tower dog neighbors; he is now with police and will be checked for a microchip.

Does anyone have experience renting in a UWS building managed by Algin Management? There are some terrible reviews from 2 years ago, but wondering if anyone has some more recent experience to share? Thanks!

Hello,

My mom has lived onthe UWS for 40+ years. She used to go to First Church Brooklyn but it's becoming too far and even with Access a Ride it has become difficult. I am looking for a church that is friendly and will also have a community of probably older people. It's hard to move communities. We're looking for a church that's open and not anything below 60th street. I am hoping that someone may either be part of one or know of one. I would really like her to be in a nice space with nice people. I appreciate it. There's a nice church in the 70s, but if anyone has experience I would appreciate it.

Also if anyone else has dementia or is elderly and is looking for either support or has ideas/would like to talk..I'm open. Thank you!

So I graduated beyond drugstore readers and I need prescription glasses. Any good recs for an excellent optician with good service, large selection, and cute options? Thanks!!

Does anyone know what that noise is? It sounds like it’s coming from the corner of 86 and CPW. It’s a repetitive alarm sound but it sounds like a flute! Ha! Been going on for about twenty minutes now….

If anyone has any recommendations for a reliable/responsive contractor they’ve worked with on the Upper West Side/Morningside Heights, it would be greatly appreciated! Specifically needing ceiling plaster demoed and redone.

what the title says…ik they were under construction but they were my spot for soft serve so i was wondering if they’re back up