Weekend Roundup!

The Weekend is on it's way and what better way to celebrate the last few weeks of summer than by spending it out on the town! Check out a few of our recommendations to help start your weekend.

All Weekend

Kayaking on the Hudson

The Downtown Boathouse is back and providing free access to the harbor through their kayaking programs. You and your loved ones could have the opportunity to sail the Hudson River like true pros !

Tonight

House on the Hudson

Friday Night is all about partying and fun? So, head on down to the New York Water Taxi House on the Hudson River.  New York City's hottest club is bringing back the fun this weekend with drink specials and amazing DJs! Plus access to the Times Square’s Sky Room club for a party like no other! 

Saturday

1920's Lawn Party

The Jazz Age Lawn Party is New York City’s original prohibition era inspired event. At first, the event began as a small gathering of fifty friends and over the years has expanded tremendously.Today the event is know by the The Wall Street Journal as “the biggest (not to mention the cleanest and most family-oriented) regular event in the ‘Retro Noveau’ movement...”

Sunday

India Day Parade

Immerse yourself in India Culture this year with the annual India Day Parade. The parade will begin at Madison Avenue and East 38th Street and end on Madison and East 27th Street. The 2014 New York India Day Parade features a food court, merchandise booths, live performances, and much more, offering guests a chance to experience Indian culture in various ways.   

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NYC Poetry Festival

Saturday July 26th & Sunday July 27th

Get ready for a jam packed weekend of poetry because The New York City Poetry Festival at Governors Island is back and ready to bring New Yorkers what they love-- art, food and poetry. This year the Poetry Society of New York has organized an incredible lineup including, Mark Doty, Matthea Harvey, and Ben Lerne. We encourage you to bring a blanket, sunscreen, and water as there is no water fountains nearby. The venue opens at 11:00AM and the first act begins at 11:30AM, so to avoid lines we recommend that you arrive by 10:30AM. We truly hope that you give the Poetry Festival at Governors Island a chance!

A reminder that Governors Island is accessible by two ferries, one leaving from 10 South Street and the other leaving from Pier 6 in Brooklyn Bridge Park. We would be honored to accompany you and your guest to any of these locations!

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Event Recap: #Summerize Beauty Event

GoGreenRide was excited to transport special guests to the #Summerize Beauty event hosted by Schweiger Dermatology. The event took place Tuesday June 25th at Schweiger Dermatology's Clear Clinic in New York City.  The night kicked off with free skin consultations by Schweiger Dermatologists. Monique Olivares described the many ways to protect your skin from the sun and gave everyone a tip on how to fight aging: Sunscreen. Jane MacKinnon, on the other hand, touched on how to keep your skin fresh and vibrant. Guests also had the opportunity to receive dry hair styling by EVA NYC and makeup touchups by Janine Just Inc. and NARS. Check out more pictures to this eventful night via this link.

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Event Recap: The Inventors Garage

GoGreenRide was excited to transport special guests to The Inventors Garage for the official launch of .Bk, a Brooklyn-based menswear start-up that releases monthly collections of limited edition lifestyle apparel. The event took place Tuesday June. 3rd at Chelsea Market. 200 founders in tech, design and media, as well as press, were invited for this unique experience designed to inspire innovation, collaboration & creative entrepreneurship. Janine Just, one our favorite clients, has done extraordinary work in growing their brand presence. Check out more pictures via this link.

Weekend Fun!

The best part of the week is here: the weekend. So book your ride and we'll take you to just some of these cool events listed below!

All Weekend

A Raisin in the Sun:For years a Raisin in the Sun has stolen the hearts of many and it is back for another year of drama, love and family. With actors like Denzel Washington and Bryce Clyde this is not a play you want to miss!

Tonight Friday, April 11th

NYC Whisky Tasting:

Start your weekend off right and treat yourself to a delicious glass of whisky at select locations. You and several others could have the night of your life enjoying the variations of one of the oldest drinks in the books:Whisky. For more information nycwhisky.com

Saturday, April 12th

New York City's BBQ Cookoff:
Really get a taste of Spring at the 2nd annual BBQ Cookoff! Restaurants from all over the city come together to prove that their BBQ meats are better than anyone else's. You can be the judge of that, so head down and join this culinary treat.

Sunday, April 13th

Run or Dye at Metlife Stadium:
Bring your family to this 5k full of fun colorblast run! You could have the opportunity to enjoy the luxury of being your own canvas while getting sprayed with eco-friendly, plant-based cornstarch dye.

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The Best Ways to Celebrate Saint Patricks Day!

St. Patrick's Day is around the corner and that means the streets of Manhattan will be filled with people who are thrilled to show off their pride and our favorite color green! This year, St. Patty's Day falls on Monday, March 17 but the festivities begin this upcoming weekend with celebrations for families and for singles. Below we have compiled a list of just a few of the ways you could spend your St.Patty's Day!

St. Patrick's Day Parades

Throggs Neck St. Patrick’s Day Parade – The Bronx – Sunday, March 16 at noon
The 16th annual Throggs Neck Benevolent Association's celebration is back and is kicking off this year's celebration with mass at St. Benedict's Church followed by a complimentary breakfast and a parade around the Bronx neighborhood.

Brooklyn St. Patrick's Day Parade – Park Slope – Saturday, March 16 at 1pm
Head down to Prospect Park West for the 39th annual Brooklyn St.Patrick's Day Parade. Expect to March from 15th Street & Prospect Park West to 7th Avenue, Garfield Place and back! It's going to be one hell of a March so bring on down your best sneakers.

NYC St. Patrick's Day Parade – Manhattan– March 17 at 11am
Beginning at Fifth Avenue and 44th Street Manhattan's procession is the biggest and oldest St. Patrick’s Day Parade of all time, full of pomp, green pride, and millions of spectators, this parade is not one you want to miss.

Other St. Patrick's Day Celebrations

World's Largest St.Patty's Day Pub Crawl – All over the city – March 16, 17, and 18
Enjoy the company of thousands of drunks while part taking in the world's largest St. Patrick's Day pub crawl. Get ready for 3 days, 5 miles, and more than 100 pubs. Wherever you roam you will get $1 domestic drafts, $3 well drinks, and $4 Jameson shots. Each pub will also offer their own drink specials, theme parties, and other shenanigans. Get your tickets soon and step up to the challenge!

Irish Step Dancing with Darrah Carr Dance – Upper West Side – March 15 at 2 and 3pm
Learn how to Irish step-dance with your little one!

Irish New York Walking Tour – Financial District – March 15 at 1pm and March 16 at noon
This special two-hour tour explores the former "Little Ireland" on the Lower East Side.You'll learn why St. Patrick's Day is more popular in NYC than in Ireland, and more about other Irish traditions while visiting historical sites.

Leprechaun Hike – Staten Island – March 16 at 1pm
Join the one-mile hike in search of the missing leprechauns in honor of St. Patrick’s Day.

Black 47 St. Patrick's Day Show – Midtown West– March 17 doors 7pm
Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with NYC's legendary Irish rock band Black 47 on their farewell tour. Featuring Irish dancers and other special guests this show is not one you want to miss!

Spend the day checking out great Irish bands, learning more about the history of the Irish people in New York, or attending a lesson in Irish storytelling.

We're excited for the 2014 Governors Ball!

The three-day, multi-stage music festival on Randall's Island in New York City is back and approaching quickly! If you are as excited, as we are, you have already bought your tickets! With the annual Governors Ball you can see all your favorite artists, from OutKast to Skrillex to J-cole, this amazing music festival has it all! With more than 60 musical acts, the best food, and activities like Silent Disco and ping pong, you will have the experience of a lifetime! Check out our playlist below and don't miss your chance to be a part of the action!

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Pre-game before the Superbowl with your family!

The Super Bowl is around the corner and there are many events out there leading up to the big game for you and your family to enjoy. GoGreenRide has compiled some of the best activities for you and your loved ones to enjoy the football fever!

What: Super Bowl Boulevard Engineered by GMC

Where: Midtown West on Broadway between 34th and 47th Streets

When: Wednesday, January 29-Saturday, February 1 noon-10pm

Get ready for the craziest day in Times Square because Super Bowl Boulevard is back! There are many activities for kids on this day. Your child could get the opportunity to boot a football through the goalposts like a real athlete or even ride down a wintry slide! All you have to do is register today! 

What: Madden NFL: 25 Years and Running

Where: In Astoria Queens at 36-01 35 Avenue at 37 Street

When: Through Sunday, February 23

Is your kid more of a video gamer than an athlete? Then your kid will love to hit up the MoMI to learn all about the history of one of the biggest football video game franchises--Madden. Visitors even get the opportunity to play the original John Madden Football game from 1988 with others. For more information on this event visit movingimage.us

What: DirecTV Celebrity Beach Bowl 

Where: Hudson River Park Pier 40, West Street and the Hudson River
When: Saturday, February 1 at 10am

The Celebrity Beach Bowl is back and your tweens and teens are invited to see Joe Montana, Deion Sanders, Jaimie Alexander from Thor and the young cast of The Vampire Diaries in the flesh and on the field fighting their way to the finish. Come watch these celebrities battle legend football players and try to make their way to the touchdown. There will also be a tailgate party hosted by Z100 that you do not want to miss. Paramore will be performing live and entry is based on a first come, first served basis. For more information on this event go to myfoxny.com

What: You Make the Call: Learn to be An NFL Official  

Where: Children's Museum of Manhattan or 212 West 83rd Street 

When: January 24-Friday, February 28

Do you think your kid has what it takes to become an NFL champ? Then 'You Make the Call' welcomes you today. Your child could have the opportunity work with professionals on the obstacle course and do the funky Zebra Dance on the various football signals. Come today before this offer is over!

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