Top 10 Things to Do This Winter

79 Baxter St, New York, NY 10013 (map)

Everyone knows that whiskey warms your belly. What better way to keep out of the cold than to head to a pub that features more than three-dozen whiskeys? You can also stay hot by munching on the bar's jalapeno poppers.

235 Bowery, New York, NY 10002 (map)

Even the building looks like contemporary art--a contemporary artist's interpretation of a snow man, to be exact. The museum also has a winter special every first Saturday of the month through December where children can view exhibits and meet the artists for free.

9 Doyers St, New York, NY 10013 (map)

With a selection of aphrodisiacs, order drinks at this covert Chinatown lounge and then head home and really warm up. Another way to stay hot? Order the absinthe and the owner might give a flame throwing cocktail demonstration right on the spot.

16A Orchard St, New York, NY 10002 (map)

On those warmer winter days, head to this Lower East Side shop to pick up contemporary versions of your favorite cashmere sweater sets and stock up for those days when it's just too cold to shop.

501 5th Ave, Ste 707, New York, NY 10017 (map)

Winter winds can seriously dry out your skin. This high-end skin care salon specializes in revitalizing skin and endowing its clients with radiant and youthful complexions. Miss the summer sun? Get the Golden Glow sunless tan.

137 Sullivan St, New York, NY 10012 (map)

Make good on that new year's resolution to get crafty and hit up this well-loved Soho yarn shop, where classes include knitting, quilting and crocheting.

650 W 42nd St, New York, NY 10036 (map)

Warm up while performing minimal exercise at the alley's 22 lanes and 11 billiard tables, chomping on tasty pub grub, and, of course, taking advantage of the full bar with bottle service.