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Books Are Magic (225 Smith St.) in 2017 to offer the neighborhood a variety of bestsellers, children’s books and “weird books that no one’s seen anywhere else,” according to Fusco-Straub. The shop also has events daily (discussions, readings and presentations) and offers discounts like 10 percent off some bestsellers. ” data-id=”119858453″ data-link=”https://amnewyork.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/6502_image.jpg” class=”wp-image-1.19858453″/>Photo Credit: Yeong-Ung Yang -
To get the best views of the famous Gowanus Canal, we recommend a romantic stroll on the Carroll Street Bridge. As one of just two retractile bridges left in the city, New York nerds will love walking along the canal on a sunny day.
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Forget billiards — Royal Palms Shuffleboard is revolutionizing bar games with its array of shuffleboard courts. Located in a warehouselike space at 514 Union St., Royal Palms is bringing shuffleboard — yes, the game that your grandparents play down in Florida — to New York’s coolest crowds. Bonus: It features a different food truck every night of the week, so come hungry and ready for a surprise. ” data-id=”113095448″ data-link=”https://amnewyork.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/13361_image.jpg” class=”wp-image-1.13095448″/>
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Ahh, Gowanus, your putrid canal used to be a turnoff but now it’s the place to be.
Since it was settled in the 1800s, everyone’s nasty waste would get flushed straight into the Gowanus Canal, on display for all to see and to smell, but now, it has developed into a vibrant, usually not-stinky and fashionable neighborhood that still has industrial charm.
Some of Gowanus’ old warehouses have been converted into hip bars, and their walls have been covered with gorgeous murals. And from pie shops to themed bars to kitschy souvenir shops, it’s easy to have a busy and fun day in Gowanus.
Here’s your itinerary for the perfect day in the neighborhood.
