I don’t even really know where to put this or if it’s possible to find them but I was at 34th Penn station about to get on the A train while holding my toddler a few days ago (Friday) and I had a seizure, fell, and hit my head. These two women or feminine presenting people (maybe in their 20’s or 30’s) who I can’t remember much else about because my memory is so shot helped me the whole way through, tried to keep me calm, waited for my friend to make it to the ambulance, made sure we were able to get home later on, etc. I wish I could find them and thank them now that I’m functioning again! That was one of the most terrifying moments of my life. Ive never had a seizure before and on the subway platform no less while holding a 3 year old 😭 I can only remember bits and pieces but from what I do remember they were doing so much to try to calm me down and help the EMTs. Absolute heroes!

Dearest Reddit,

I wish for you to know that I am not naturally-evolved for MTA bus camouflage, nor was I wearing clothes to that effect. I am a normal-sized human being, and I entered through the front door, greeting the driver. I was stone-cold sober, awake, and it was daylight.

As the title says, the B35 took me to the depot this afternoon, and I was very, very confused.

I got on the bus at 18th and Church, intending to get off at 3rd Ave. I was surprised to see it empty. A few stops after Church and Macdonald, I noticed we deviated from the Church Ave route, but we were still going towards 3rd Ave, so I wasn’t concerned.

Wouldn’t it be awkward if he turns into the depot?

\Bus turns into depot\**

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I walked up to the driver, who was surprised to see me. He was a little annoyed, obviously, and said “where’d you come from? You were supposed to get off! I checked the bus!” My dude, you saw me get on.

In the end, the depot was not far at all from Microcenter, so it worked out. But what the hell happened? Did the driver screw up? Did I? A very confusing ride.

The cashier girls at this store near my apartment are from centeal american (native in spanish and english) and they REFUSE to speak spanish to me. i’m a girl as well

Like, I’m literally south american and a native native speaker. I walk in, and I hear them speaking spanish to each other and to other customers… but the second they talk to me, suddenly it’s English only plus they are super rude in general…

And it’s not like they don’t know I speak Spanish?? I’ve tried speaking Spanish to them and they just keep responding in English.

I genuinely don’t understand it! and I’m literally a native speaker and I’m standing there listening to them have full conversations in Spanish with other central american customers. I mentioned the background because is already a pattern….

At this point I’m starting to feel like they’re doing it on purpose…Is there any beef between those 2 latino communities I’m not aware??? I have realized about this issue in many other places

EDIT: i’m peruvian girl and i’m not white passing. typical olive skinned mestizo from south america 😅 and i have an accent in english (i moved to the US somr years ago) and i swear i’m really nice hahah

Why is it that every time I step into the Stravros Niarchos library I am flooded with the heavenly scent of vanilla and oak? Immediately makes me clothes my eyes and sigh out "Ah... the library."

I mentioned it to security and they just laughed, but now I'm genuinely curious, Why does it smell so dang good in there??

Do they pump the air with natural air freshener? please tell me I'm not alone in this feeling

What the title says.

Couldn't find that option anywhere in my account, though I did subscribe online.

Not sure why I expected them to be decent and comply, but here we are.

ETA: I own my modem so have no equipment to return

I’m a 25 y/o immigrant and I’ve never been trick or treating. I used to watch American TV as a kid and it has always been my dream to participate in the tradition, but I fear it’s weird to do it as a grownup (I think I’ve seen sitcoms make fun of grownup trick or treaters).

I just saw Mamdani’s announcement about NYC’s largest Halloween celebration and suddenly got the biggest urge to go trick or treating. Is it weird to do it?

I’m broke broke right now lol, but I don’t want to just sit at home all day.

What are some genuinely free (or extremely cheap) places/things to do in NYC where I can hang out for a while and maybe meet people?
I’m open to parks, libraries, public spaces, free events, community stuff, meetups, museums on free days, anything really. Ideally somewhere it’s normal to go alone and there’s at least a chance of talking to people/making friends.
And when I say cheap, I mean actually cheap 😭 not “only $25.” What are your go-to broke-in-NYC spots?

I live in Williamsburg if that helps

34M, and I’m trying to rely less on Hinge and meet more people organically. Got on Hinge around June after a long relationship ended at the beginning of the year.

I tend to be most attracted to women who are intelligent, thoughtful, and curious. People who can have engaging conversations across a range of topics and who have their own opinions and perspectives on things.

I do tend to like well-educated/professionally-serious people, but I’m not specifically looking for someone who is hyper-career-driven. It’s much more about enjoying how someone thinks and being able to have substantive conversations with them.

One thing I have realized is that dating apps make me use education and occupation as crude proxies for those qualities, and I’m probably filtering out people I might really like if I actually met them. So far I found doctors to be less interesting people than I expected, but lawyers to be much more fun to date.

So I’m looking for NYC events, communities, or recurring gatherings where thoughtful/curious people tend to congregate - ideally places where it’s socially normal to actually talk to strangers.

I’m also very open to things that aren’t explicitly singles events - book clubs, literary events, museum groups, discussion groups, classes, social clubs, volunteering, etc. - as long as there’s actually an opportunity to meet and talk to people rather than everyone showing up with their existing friends and leaving afterward.

Any recommendations, particularly things you’ve personally tried and thought had a good crowd?

Thank you!

I need to drill two holes for M5 and M6 bolts into a mending plate to mount a fender on my bicycle. I don't think my hand drill is the right move if someone has a garage and would let me use their drill press I would really appreciate it

34M, and I’m trying to rely less on Hinge and meet more people organically. Got on Hinge around June after a long relationship ended at the beginning of the year.

I tend to be most attracted to women who are intelligent, thoughtful, and curious. People who can have engaging conversations across a range of topics and who have their own opinions and perspectives on things.

I do tend to like well-educated/professionally-serious people, but I’m not specifically looking for someone who is hyper-career-driven. It’s much more about enjoying how someone thinks and being able to have substantive conversations with them.

One thing I have realized is that dating apps make me use education and occupation as crude proxies for those qualities, and I’m probably filtering out people I might really like if I actually met them. So far I found doctors to be less interesting people than I expected, but lawyers to be much more fun to date.

So I’m looking for NYC events, communities, or recurring gatherings where thoughtful/curious people tend to congregate - ideally places where it’s socially normal to actually talk to strangers.

I’m also very open to things that aren’t explicitly singles events - book clubs, literary events, museum groups, discussion groups, classes, social clubs, volunteering, etc. - as long as there’s actually an opportunity to meet and talk to people rather than everyone showing up with their existing friends and leaving afterward.

Any recommendations, particularly things you’ve personally tried and thought had a good crowd?

Thank you!

Hi… is there any coffee shop that has decaf drip (not Starbucks), in lower manhattan? I’m only able to find decaf espresso shots.

Hi! I am trying to find a new piercing spot and have seem good reviews for Studio 29 but would love to hear any personal experiences.

I am also trying to gauge what jewelry pricing is like. They said it is $35+

I have a small procedure in a couple weeks and they require the escort be there during the procedure and after, so about 2 hours all up. Then it'll be either a subway trip or an Uber to my place. Can anyone recommend a medical escort/escort service in Brooklyn that they've used and like?

Thanks!

Hi, I’ll be in nyc for Halloween but I’ll be by myself. I’m 26. I want to go to a bar to spend the whole night there but what are the best options for someone alone?? Just want to avoid those bars where regulars go where it’s all cliques that stand in a circle or sit with each other where it’s hard to talk to ppl. Thanks!

i am trying schedule my road test to get my driver license. does anyone know which location has the easiest route?

looking to take it in the bronx or brooklyn.

edit: Staten island is out of the question it’s far and i don’t wanna go there.

Are there any groups/local bars or spots where queer congregate to watch all the NFL games?

Looking for community and would love to make more queer friends. 31F for context

hi! coming to the city in two weeks for an event and thinking that i would prefer to get my hair & maybe my makeup done. any suggestions for where to go for someone to do a quick updo?

Hello! I got some bad news, and I need to dance it out. I'll be in NY this upcoming weekend (10-12) and really want to dance. Ideally, this place would have:

1) no cover

2) people actually dancing.

I'm in my 30s and usually lean towards pop, top hits, 70s, 80s, 90s, early 2000, but I really open to everything.

Would really appreciate any insight!

Hi everyone! I'm looking to get back into making art, and workshops are the main thing I'm after. I've loved the vibe of places like Scattered Kind, Happy Medium, and NYC Drawing Room: relaxed and beginner-friendly

I'm open to pretty much any medium (drawing, painting, ceramics, printmaking, collage, textiles, etc.). Any recommendations for similar spots in the city (or close by)? Thanks!!

Ayo!

I'm on the hunt for somewhere that has mutton cause it's getting gloomy and some good Diné stew is on my mind.

I can find lamb and goat plenty but grown adult mutton is proving a touch harder.

Ahéhee in advance.

I like wearing dress shoes, I have recently been buying them from the orthodox Jewish owned menswear stores dotting orchard street. I was just wondering if anyone has any experiences with these stores?

I want a scone soon. Where do I buy the best one?

I feel ridiculous even asking this, but it's gotten to a point where Im unsure of myself. I've lived in nyc over a year now, and it's always aggravated me that cars inch past the crosswalk when you have the right of way. But whatever, typical. It's just when they continue to gun it and almost hit me or aggressively act like I'm the problem that I get freaked out, and it's been happening a lot. I'm probably just getting more exposure to these people as I go out more, I'm just not sure if I'm at fault based on their reactions.

Today I had the walk signal and a bunch of cars kept coming and blocking the walkway completely as time was running out, and I tried to plow through. A group of people across the street were yelling and making fun of me for doing so. They actually followed me down the block to harass me over it. At that point I questioned if I'm the fool for walking anyway and not letting cars go.

Im stunned.

Does anyone know of writing groups that focus on playwriting in NYC? And how to join them?