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Brooklyn is buzzing with excitement. Grimace, McDonald’s beloved purple mascot, and Ellie the Elephant, the New York Liberty’s iconic mascot, join forces for the 2025 McDonald’s All-American Games.

This unexpected duo is making waves as they prepare to welcome the nation’s top high school basketball talent to Barclays Center on April 1, 2025.

What are the McDonald’s All-American Games?

The McDonald’s All-American Games are a prestigious annual event showcasing the best boys’ and girls’ high school basketball players. This game showcases talent from the U.S. and Canada and has become a staple for bonified future stars of the game.

Over the years, the games have spotlighted future legends like Magic Johnson, LeBron James, Kobe Bryant, and Caitlin Clark. This year, the games promise to deliver a glimpse of the next generation of basketball stars.

Grimace & Ellie the Elephant: A Star-Powered Duo

Both mascots have become internet sensations in their own right. Grimace stole the show as the rally mascot for the Mets’ playoff run and became the craziest story of 2024. While Ellie the Elephant energized Liberty fans during their WNBA championship campaign.

Their collaboration for the McDonald’s All-American Games highlights the perfect blend of fun, sportsmanship, and how modern New Yorkers understand sports events.

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A night of future legends

Fans can expect appearances by Grimace and Ellie in promotional events across Brooklyn, adding an extra dose of excitement and a new NYC sports theme to an event that is already highly anticipated.

From street-side selfies to basketball tricks at Barclays Center, Grimace and Ellie the Elephant are bringing smiles to fans of all ages.

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The 2025 McDonald’s All-American Games will feature the next wave of basketball superstars. Also, having the games hosted in Brooklyn marks a milestone for the city’s sports culture. On that note, tickets are now on sale.

It will give fans a chance to witness history in the making while enjoying the fun atmosphere these mascots create.

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At the end of 2023, the city’s cocktail-loving masses mourned the closure of Amor y Amargo, the popular East Village bitters bar by Overthrow Hospitality that had all but defined the downtown drinking scene since first debuting in 2011. 

Fast-forward to today, when Amor y Amargo has not only reopened by reoccupied its original address at 443 East Sixth Street right by Avenue A.

What’s more, as chronicled on Instagram, the space has undergone a pretty hefty renovation ahead of its reopening.

“Check out that new ceiling, it looks gorgeous,” beverage director Sother Teague said on the social media platform while showing off some of the updates. “We are doing some painting, we refreshed the wallpaper. We had to pull all the shelves from the wall and lower them because the ceiling got lower. I can’t wait to show you what we’re doing in here.”

What has not changed, though, according to Eater, is the stellar menu served at the destination. Expect classic cocktails to share menu space with bitters-based concoctions like the James Run Free, made with amargo, tremontis mirto, squash amaro, rye and bitters.

Fans of the drinking hole have been wondering what will happen to the business’ other space at 95 Avenue A, where the bar had moved to in 2020 before closing in December of 2023. Since then, the location had been used as Overthrow Hospitality’s cocktail mixer shop (the business sells its bitters online!).

News about the reopening quickly spread on social media, with many users expressing their excitement on various platforms.

“I needed something to bring in some joy today and this announcement is it!!,” someone wrote on Instagram.

“This has made my year already,” another user noted.

“Damn I might actually break dry January for this,” a third person funnily shared.

We are, of course, joining the chorus of elation. Welcome back, Amor y Amargo!

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After a rather dry (but very cold) winter thus far, everyone in New York is wondering when they’ll see snow again. And though today’s forecast reads sunny and breezy, the same can’t be said for the weekend.

According to the National Weather Service (NWS), the weekend will likely bring steady rain, beginning Saturday afternoon through Sunday. However, Sunday’s precipitation may bring a chance of snow along with rain droplets. This would mean NYC’s next snow may be in just four days!

NWS estimates a chance of snow after 1pm on Sunday and through the night. It will be partly sunny with a high in the 40s. Come MLK Day on Monday, the weather will clear up and prove mostly sunny skies for the holiday, but with frigid temperatures with a high of 28°F. Monday night temperatures could drop as low as 14°F.

If snow does fall on Sunday and you’re in need of plans, why not explore one of NYC’s world-famous museums? There are plenty of incredible exhibits now on view.

Find other incredible things to do with our list of recommendations.

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Harlem Globetrotters 2025 World Tour Presented by Jersey Mike’s Subs  Payson Roundup

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Harlem cannabis dispensary faces legal and regulatory challenges to open  PIX11 New York News

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Harlem Eubank Set to Light Up Brighton Centre on Friday, 7th March 2025  Brighton Journal

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New Yorkers will never tire of hearing how great our city is, that’s why we’re pleased to inform you that NYC has been ranked as the third best city in the entire world for 2025.

Time Out recently surveyed more than 18,500 city-dwellers from around the globe who shared their insights on everything including food, nightlife, culture, affordability, happiness and the overall city vibe. Then, our global network of city experts voted on the places they think are particularly exciting right now. The result? Time Out’s definitive ranking of the world’s best cities in 2025.

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New York City took third place behind Cape Town, South Africa (no. 1) and Bangkok, Thailand (no. 2) this year, beating out 47 other cities around the world, including other American cities. And it’s no surprise why: 78% of New Yorkers ranked their city as “exciting” on the survey, which no other city could beat.

As New Yorkers who cover things to do in the city extensively, we know that’s indicative of all we have going on here. NYC is the capital of hustle and bustle. It is always changing, but that ephemerality is the city’s superpower that keeps New Yorkers on their toes and lures them out to play.

The top benefits of living here, according to New Yorkers, are its cultural and restaurants scenes, both of which 92% of respondents described as “Good” or “Amazing.”

From incredible public art displays to major museum exhibitions, there’s always something to head out to. Better yet, it’s pretty affordable to see art, 81% of New Yorkers say in the survey. And the talent and passion within our food scene spills out onto our plates and into our cups, so much so that dining out is a hobby, if not a job, for many of us. We boast some of the best restaurants and bars in the world and best yet, 81% of survey takers called our food scene “diverse” and 72% called it “delicious.” Limited edition foodie pop-ups from international and Michelin-starred chefs add to the excitement.

Add to that our city’s walkability, its nightlife and our neighborhood vibes, and NYC is at the top. These pieces all contribute to why we love it here. In fact, about 84% of survey takers said New York City makes them happy and 83% said they find joy in everyday experiences here.

We’re here to help you feel that NYC-centric joy and take advantage of all it has to offer, so be sure to check out our list of 100 best things to do in NYC for locals and tourists. 

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NYC Mayor Adams to announce turf field at Charles Young Playground in Harlem  CBS New York

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Doctor Who: Enigmatic Ncuti Gatwa Stars in Charged “Gatsby in Harlem”  Bleeding Cool News

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