12 Things NYC Needs To Know Next Week

NEW YORK CITY - Greetings, New York City Patch readers! Welcome to Patch’s New York City Week Ahead Manual, a brief round up of news you can use heading into next week.

Weather

The weekend forecast looks mostly clear with temperatures in the low- to mid-80s; thunderstorms are possible Sunday afternoon. Monday will kick off a mostly sunny week with temperatures in the low-80s.

Politics

• A controversial executive order signed Tuesday by President Joe Biden that will significantly tighten the U.S. border and temporarily shut down asylum requests was welcomed with open arms by the Adams administration during a Tuesday news conference. Read more.

Life In NYC

• A new sexually transmitted fungal infection is emerging in the United States – with the first case being reported in New York City, according to health experts. Read more.
• Mayor Eric Adams and the NYPD announced new strategies to help curb illegal e-scooters, mopeds, e-bikes and ATVs from city streets during the summer months. Read more.
• The MTA announced that group station managers will hold office hours for riders twice a month at subway stations on a rotating basis during the morning and evening rush hours. Read more.
• A new plan to expand public restroom access will see the construction of 46 new restrooms and renovations of 36 existing restrooms over the next five years. Read more.

Openings/Closings

• With omakase being the latest craze in the city's dining scene, a fresh addition has emerged on the Upper East Side. Read more.
• It's that time again! Another month brings another installment of the beloved Uptown Night Market in Harlem. Read more.
• A Thai hotspot in the East Village has made plans to open up a new Thai concept on the Upper West Side. Read more.
• Get ready to laugh! A beloved New York City comedy club is expanding its footprint and heading uptown to the Upper West Side this summer. Read more.
• Gerry’s Place, an Irish bar that opened only in March 2023, is now closing its doors on the Upper East Side for good, according to a message shared by the eatery. Read more.
• Empanada Mama has now officially opened its doors on 1st Avenue between E 74th and 75th Streets, with a soft opening slated for Friday. Read more.