Najma Chavez
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Najma Chavez

Born and raised in Brooklyn, Najma draws on her deep knowledge and passion for the New York City Metropolitan Area. She has written professionally for three years and is on track to finish her B.A. in English, Technical, and Professional Writing at Indiana University-East. When she’s not writing, you can find her spending time with friends, family, and her cat! She also likes to dedicate time to working out, reading books, wood carving, and volunteering part-time at her local animal shelter. 


 

Exploring Museum Mile on the Upper East Side

New York City’s Museum Mile encompasses a portion of Fifth Avenue from 82nd to 110th Street. It is best known for being home to a richly diverse collection of cultural institutions- easily some of the best the city has to offer. Each museum and gallery provides a unique experience that allows…

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8 of Our Favorite Crown Heights Restaurants

Central Brooklyn’s pride and joy, Crown Heights is home to a vibrant Hasidic Jewish community as well as black Americans primarily descending from the West Indies and American South. The influences of these populations shape the culture of the neighborhood, which is no more evident than in the…

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5 Lesser Known Comedy Clubs in NYC to Check Out

There’s no shortage of comedy clubs in New York City that are worth checking out, with many being so popular they draw in constant crowds and sell out quick. At the same time, smaller and less frequented venues tend to be overlooked in favor of staple locations. No good list of worthwhile clubs in…

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New York Comedy Festival 2023 Guide

The New York Comedy Comedy Festival is back again and just as spirited as the previous year’s event! The largest comedy festival in the country is entering its 19th year in a row, bringing in hundreds of comedians each year performing more than a hundred shows in a variety of venues across the city…

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6 of the Best Thanksgiving Pies in NYC

Thanksgiving dinner wouldn’t be complete without an indulgent confection to top things off, and pie is a classic staple that will never disappoint. Some pies are better than others though, and the best pies in New York City are truly something to try firsthand in order to get the most out of your…

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Where to Volunteer on Thanksgiving in NYC

The holiday season is the perfect time to give back and help others in need, and with Thanksgiving on the horizon, the time to get involved is approaching quickly. Across the five boroughs, community efforts have been made to serve under-resourced populations and provide them with basic necessities-…

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Where to Get Thanksgiving Dinner in NYC: 2023 Guide

Thanksgiving is a special time of year during the holiday season when friends and family get together to express their gratitude and count their blessings over a mountain of good food. Fortunately, Thanksgiving dinner in New York City is in a league of its own no matter where you travel across the…

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The Best Halloween Bars in NYC

That time of year is here once more, and the spooky spirit is coming back to the city in full force! The best Halloween bars New York City offers are in no short supply of seasonal drinks, parties, and activities, but finding the best ones can be tricky if you don’t know what you’re looking for…

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How To Qualify for the NYC Marathon

The New York City Marathon is one of the most popular and anticipated marathons in the world. The 2023 event will take place on November 5th, 2023, at 8:00 a.m., with over 50,000 runners trekking through the five boroughs. Being eligible to participate in this time-honored tradition is no small…

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