Brooklyn and Etsy throw an alternate fashion show during New York Fashion Week for local designers.

Four quick New York day trips that will give you that weekend getaway feel without knocking $500 out of your bank account.

There’s never a lack of events to hit up for a truly stellar weekend in New York. NYC is the epicenter of the universe, spinning out the top singers, musicians, actors and dancers in every industry. And to further spread the blanket of awesome talent, it plays host to some pretty badass comedy, as well.

Living and dating in New York City are not always compatible endeavors. Work deadlines, long hours, inter-borough travel and an uneven mix of men and women make for an uphill climb that leaves most clinging to their excel spreadsheets and PBRs for safety.

Gyms and Fitness Classes are Expensive. Take Suggested Donation Dance Classes Instead

The American Museum of Natural History released the AMNH Explorer iPhone app allowing users to navigate their way around 45 exhibit halls, theaters and shops.

In the mood for a low-key evening of top notch music and singing? The 92Y Tribeca is featuring The Moodswing Orchestra, featuring TK Wonder/ Love Trio and acclaimed Brazilian crooner, Thalma De Freitas.

Next Friday, July 23rd, Coney Island Park willk play host to the Cyclone T-Shirt Contest fashion show. Twelve finalists will have their designs modeled by some of – who else – Coney Island’s favorite burlesque and drag performers while audience members get down to the beats of DJ Joe Gonzales and Miss Saturn.

Exciting, inexpensive dates can happen anywhere, anytime. To prove it, here are eight high-octane adventures in cities that span America.

Book lovers (and lovers of mixing tech and dating) can mosey on down to Madame X on Houston Street this Tuesday to hear a host of writers from the newest anthology at Pinchback Press, Robot Hearts.