2.0’s Neighborhood

I’ve mentioned earlier in the year that I purchased my condo in Harlem which means now I have a mortgage, condo fees, property insurance, and all these other bills that pile up.  Being in one of the worst recessions in American history does not help the situation either.  Therefore, the expense of dating is definitely at the bottom of the list of priorities when it comes to managing your tight budget.

People that know me knew I was good for great, exciting and different types of dates like getting U.S. Open tickets, Broadway shows, fun times at the batting cage, or dinner at a nice, romantic Cuban restaurant.  However, things have change and the funds are not flowing like they used to. 

As a result, I’ve had to come up with recession-proof ways to date so it would not dent the pockets as much.  So I have listed 5 ways you can take your date out and have a good time on a budget.

1.  Ice Skating.  There’s nothing like taking spin around the ice skating ring out or inside in middle of winter.  Just imagine… its night-time, holding hands, her falling cause she don’t really know how to skate.  It’s the perfect date to set the mood and only cost you maybe $10 for rentals.  

2.  Take An Inexpensive Class.  Depending on her interest and what you are willing to go through, you can take her to a cooking class, dance class, and/ or pottery class.  If you research, sometimes these classes can be really cheap, and it’s a fun way to see how you guys interact with each other.

3.  Off-Broadway Show.  The shows that don’t necessarily make it to Broadway are definitely “for the win”.  They are still entertaining, compelling, and loads cheaper.  You get the same feel and comfort of a Broadway show without the Broadway money.  No brainier.

4.  Karaoke.  Women love to laugh.  So instead of taking her to the nice, romantic restaurant, take her to a karaoke spot where you can order a burger & fries or buffalo wings and a beer and your good to go.   Not only will it be cheaper but you’ll probably have more fun.

5.  Open Mic Poetry Slam.  Forget about the U.S. Open tix or Wicked.  Take her down the street to one of Brooklyn’s poetry slams, sit down, and enjoy the night.  You don’t need all the extra excitement and expensive tickets to have a good time.  Poetry slams are one of the best ways to experience art expression.

Chuckcity

Kevin Powell Holiday Clothing Drive

Kevin Powell is doing his Annual Holiday Clothing Drive at the Tribeca benefiting the Safe Horizon Sreetwork Project, a program that assists approximately 10,000 nyc homeless young people each year with temporary or permanent housing and other valuable services.  He has a huge host committee over 120 people, slew of corporate sponsors including Xbox and SmartWater, media partners like New York Post, and bunch of Event Production partners.  Definitely a good event and your boy Chuckcity will be in the building.
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Red Carpet Soiree silent auction will offer airline tickets, wine tastings, basketball tickets, exclusive private party loft space, and much more!
Saturday, December 12, 2009 7:00 - 11:00 PM Two Times Square The Renaissance Hotel 714 Seventh Avenue at 48th Street

More than 120 young professionals came together to flex their philanthropic muscles – and to dance the evening away – at United Way's Young Leaders Council First Annual Red Carpet Soiree at Tribeca Cinemas on Wednesday, May 14.

Guests packed the hip downtown venue to raise money for United Way's Focus Forward program, one of the only after-school programs in the city designed to help at-risk high school students accumulate credits toward graduation.

The event was emceed by Katherine Creag of Fox 5's Good Day New York. In addition, the hosts of NYC 25 TV's Cool in Your Code – Kenya Hunt, Christopher Kromer and Shirley Rumierk – made a special appearance. A silent auction, plus an after-party at exclusive Marquee nightclub, added to the excitement of the evening.

Holiday time is here people and you know what that means.  To be perfectly honest, I’m not into the whole buying gifts and spending tons of money so retailers can profit and we stay broke and everyone parading around showing off what they got.  However, I still love the holiday season for the parties, family time, Christmas music, and snuggle time with your winter boo.  If you are in the mood of gift sharing and not exactly sure what to get your partner, friend, winter boo then here are a few ideas I came up with.  Some are more expensive then others, but all great choices, and of course you can switch with personal preferences.  I personally like Greedy Geniuses. *hint hint*

Men

1.  Engraved Card Holder

 2.  TAG Heuer SRL

 3.  Football/ Basketball/ Any Sports Tickets

 4.  Playstation 3

 5.  Pair of Greedy Geniuses/ Prada’s / don’t matter as long as they fly

Women

 1.  Broadway Tickets

 2.  Spa Treatment

 3.  Diamond Earrings

 4.  Cashmere Sweater

 5.  Jimmy Choo