Out & About NYC Magazine was founded to offer the arts and lifestyle enthusiast a fresh new look at New York City. We will showcase the established and the emerging, the traditional and the trendy. And we will do it with élan, and panache with a dash of fun.

3/19/26 O&A NYC THROWBACK THURSDAY – WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH: Ella Fitzgerald A-Tisket-A-Tasket

A-Tisket, A-Tasket is the 1938 breakout hit that catapulted Ella Fitzgerald to national stardom. Co-written by Fitzgerald and arranger Al Feldman (Van Alexander), the song is a playful jazz adaptation of a 19th-century children’s nursery rhyme. Ella famously performed the song in her 1942 film debutRide ‘Em Cowboy. Continue reading

3/18/26 O&A NYC WALESTYLEZ SPORTS REVIEW: Indiana Pacers at NewYork Knicks – Full Game Highlights

The NewYork Knicks defeated the Indiana Pacers, 136-110 tonight in New York. Josh Hart contributed a team-high 33, 7, 5 and 5 three pointers, with OG Anunoby of the Knicks adding an additional 26 points in the game.  Continue reading

3/18/26 O&A NYC WALESTYLEZ FASHION: Inside Harlem’s Fashion Row NYFW Pop-Ups – Celebrating Black Fashion Excellence

This is year 2 of Harlem Fashion Row teaming up with these iconic brands to present two amazing Pop-ups showcasing Black Excellence in fashion, featuring designers and creatives. Check out Styles Lewis and special guest host Ron Cook as they meet a few new need to know faces of fashion. Continue reading

3/18/26 O&A NYC THE ARTS WITH ALEX SMITH JR.: About the Oscars

By Alex Smith, Jr.

Sunday night was the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ (AMPAS) 98th Oscar Awards at the Dolby Theatre, in Los Angeles, CA. I have watched the Oscars for decades now. I have found some Oscar programs better than others. I can’t remember any of them being spectacular except maybe the year The Godfather I won best picture-1973. Continue reading

3/17/26 O&A NYC THE MORNING FUNNIES: Coming Out To Your Auntie – Famalam Series 3 On iPlayer Now

The Comedy Sketch Coming Out To Your Auntie is featured in Series 3, Episode 1 of the BBC sketch show Famalam. In this skit, the character Jason brings his friend Patrick home to meet his African aunties and reveals that they are actually lovers. Continue reading

3/17/26 O&A NYC INSPIRATIONAL TUESDAY: Michael B. Jordan Accepts The Oscar for Actor In A Leading Role

First time nominee Michael B. Jordan won the best actor Oscar on ​Sunday for playing twin brothers in the genre-bending vampire ‌tale Sinners. Jordan took to the stage for his acceptance speech, thanking director Ryan Coogler for giving him the opportunity to be seen and heard. Continue reading

3/16/26 O&A NYC WALESTYLEZ SPORTS REVIEW: Golden State Warriors vs NewYork Knicks – Full Game Highlights

The NewYork Knicks defeated the Golden State Warriors, 110-107 tonight in New York. Jalen Brunson contributed a team-high 30, 9 assists 2 steals and 2 three pointers, with Karl-Anthony Towns of the Knicks adding an additional 17 points (7-12 FG). Continue reading

3/16/26 O&A NYC SONG OF THE DAY: Kiana Ledé – Jury

Jury is by R&B/Soul artist by Kiana Ledé. It is featured as a standout track on the deluxe version of her third studio album, Cut Ties (Deluxe). Continue reading

3/16/26 O&A NYC THE MORNING FUNNIES: Census Taker vs. Old Lady – SNL

A census taker (Tina Fey) faces a woman (Betty White) with confusing answers to her most basic questions. Continue reading

3/16/26 O&A NYC DIVA ALERT: Misty Copeland Performs In Sinners Musical Number At Oscars

The musical tribute to Sinner at the 98th Academy Awards featuring a special appearance by former American Ballet Theatre principal dance Misty Copeland. Continue reading