An intelligent event discovery agent that curates a personalized list of unique NYC activities based on specific user interests and time constraints.
Install & Download
1. ClawHub CLI
The fastest way to install a skill directly from the registry.
npx clawhub@latest install this-week-in-nyc
2. Manual Installation
Copy the skill folder to one of these locations
~/.openclaw/skills/ <project>/skills/ Priority: Workspace > Local > Bundled
3. Prompt Installation
Copy this prompt to OpenClaw to install it automatically.
Help me install this-week-in-nyc using Clawhub. If Clawhub is not installed, install it first (npm i -g clawhub).
Prefer to download?
Get the raw skill files in a ZIP archive.
What is This Week in NYC?
This Week in NYC is a specialized tool within the Openclaw Skills ecosystem designed to navigate the complex landscape of New York City's event scene. Unlike generic calendars, this skill focuses on high-signal, unique sources ranging from underground punk shows at ABC No Rio to experimental cinema at the Anthology Film Archives. It is built to understand the nuances of the city, including neighborhood clusters and specific transit details.
The skill acts as a personal concierge for residents and visitors alike, filtering through high-traffic aggregators and niche community boards to find exactly what is happening right now. By leveraging Openclaw Skills architecture, it ensures that recommendations are not just relevant, but also actionable with direct booking links and logistical tips.
This Week in NYC Use Cases
- Planning a weekday evening out in Manhattan with specific time constraints between 5pm and 10pm.
- Finding niche cultural activities like experimental film screenings, radical community gatherings, or academic lectures in casual settings.
- Organizing a weekend itinerary that combines multiple events within specific neighborhood clusters like the Lower East Side or East Village.
- Staying updated on free or donation-based community events offered by the NYPL or local activist collectives.
How This Week in NYC Works
- The agent first establishes user preferences and specific interests to narrow down the search space.
- It applies time-based filters, prioritizing weekday events after 5pm while maintaining flexibility for weekend schedules.
- Using integrated tools like curl and puppeteer, the skill scans a curated list of elite NYC sources including The Skint, Metrograph, and Atlas Obscura.
- It verifies the real-time availability of events, ensuring venues are open and tickets are not sold out.
- The skill aggregates the data into a structured format including venue, neighborhood, cost, and nearest subway station.
- Finally, it generates a comprehensive itinerary complete with insider pro-tips for the best local experience.
This Week in NYC Setup
To get started with this member of the Openclaw Skills library, ensure you have the necessary dependencies installed on your system.
# Ensure curl is available
sudo apt-get install curl
# Install puppeteer for headless browsing capabilities
npm install puppeteer
# Clone or add the skill to your Openclaw environment
openclaw install this-week-in-nyc
This Week in NYC Data Schema & Taxonomy
The skill organizes event data using a standardized taxonomy to ensure consistent delivery across different platforms. Data points captured include:
| Field | Description | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Event Name | Official title of the activity | String |
| Venue | Location name and physical address | String |
| Neighborhood | Specific NYC area (e.g., East Village, Bushwick) | String |
| Cost | Entry fee, donation-based, or Free status | String |
| Logistics | Nearest subway lines and transit tips | String |
| Source URL | Direct link for RSVP or ticket purchase | URL |
This Week in NYC Advanced Features
- Multi-source web scraping using puppeteer to bypass static site limitations and access dynamic event calendars.
- Neighborhood clustering logic that suggests nearby activities to minimize travel time between events.
- Intelligent scheduling that accounts for irregular venue calendars such as those of Nerd Nite or ABC No Rio.
- Automated transit mapping to provide the most efficient subway routes for every recommended event.
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