Sep 14, 2015 this isnt the first time this amc movie theater has been the site of bed bug complaints. Ros lloyd july 2, 2014 the only decent thing about this theater is its union square location. People are saying a movie theater in times square is crawling with bed bugs again some patrons of the amc empire 25 theater in new york citys times square are complaining of bed bugs but the. In the meantime, stay away from amc theatre on 42nd street. But going to the movie theater may send you home with more than you bargained for, as bed bugs in pittsburgh are a serious problem and have recently been spotted in several movie theaters in pa as well as across the country. The second was an offbroadway theatre that opened in 1985 and closed in 2016. San francisco marriott union square book your hotel.
The latest is not a retailer, but rather a movie theater in times square. The hotel itself i would highly recommend, but the location would cause me to recommend other union square area hotels unless you needed it for something. An arizona woman says bed bugs were feasting on her and a friends arm shortly after they sat down to enjoy the scifi drama flatliners at the amc at westgate in glendale. Union square theatre was the name of two different theatres near union square, manhattan, new york city.
Bed bug problems are surfacing at movie theatres sterns chatter. Bed bugs return to nys popular times square amc movie theater. Bedbugs bad for some businesses, a boon for others the new. Bed bug problems are surfacing at movie theatres sterns. When i noticed the supervisormanager on suite he offers us free tickets and he admitted that the movie theater this issue. Recent reports that bedbugs have infiltrated office buildings, movie theaters. Aug 18, 2010 a 25screen movie theater in new yorks bustling times square is the latest city business to shut down temporarily as it battles a bedbug infestation.
Moviegoers report being bitten by bed bugs at popular times square movie theater this is not the first time bedbugs were allegedly spotted at the movie theater. Bring white sheets when you go to the movie theater and cover your theater seat with that sheet and then sit. Row h is a little too far back, so id sit a little closer maybe f. How to avoid bed bugs in movie theaters when you go to the movie theater, chances are good you do not think about bed bugs, but they could easily be present. Makes sense, said one customer at the amc25 at times square, whod said she heard about a previous instance of bedbugs having been. They mainly reside in the cracks and crevices of cushions present on the seats. Popular new york city movie theater is allegedly infested with bed. Independence health department investigating claim of bedbugs. In a coop near union square in new york, a dog indicated bedbugs in a third of the 50odd apartments, though physical traces of bedbugs were found in only five, according to one resident. Its easy to mistake bed bugs for carpet beetles or similarlooking bugs. Woman says she was bitten by bed bugs at a valley movie theater. Apparent bed bugs hit popular times square movie theater for. Bedbug outbreaks are rising but are rare in movie theaters.
Weve previously noted several reports of serious bed bug infestations and also, rats at the amc empire 25 multiplex in times square. Very small theater and it appears that they show movies after they are out of the theater which was great for me. Increased awareness of bedbugs is making commuters more aware, but also quicker to jump to conclusions. People say times square amc may have bed bugs business. Theatres are dark and cool, a perfect environment for bed bugs. Bed bugs found in movie theaters moyer pest control. Modern yet approachable, the front desk in our hotel lobby is framed by rich tiling and unique pendant lights. Bed bugs likely wont have sufficient time to climb out from under the sheets onto you during the movie. Popular new york city movie theater is allegedly infested.
Movie times, buy movie tickets online, watch trailers and get directions to amc west chester 18 in west chester, oh. A woman says bed bugs were feasting on her and a friends arm shortly after they sat down at the amc at westgate in glendale. In reality, if the ua had bed bugs, its a perfect nesting ground to spark a pandemic. Moveable armrests make the recliners into love seats for a perfect date night spot. The independence health department is investigating a report of bedbugs at the amc independence commons 20 theater after a woman claims she was bitten there over the weekend. The new york city health department received an anonymous report last week about. People say times square amc may have bed bugs business insider. The new york city health department received an anonymous report last week about bed bugs at the ua sheepshead bay 14 movie theater in. The national bed bug association of america has however proclaimed that there is a marked rise in reports of bed bugs in movie theater seats and are warning movie goers to remain cautious and follow certain precautionary measures to avoid these pests.
Oct, 2017 bed bugs return to nys popular times square amc movie theater october, 2017 12. Wherever there are people, there is a high probability that bed bugs are either already there or soon will be. Oct 24, 2009 try not to think about bed bugs next time you watch a movie. Plus you can check occasionally and if any bugs do get onto the sheets theyll be visible enough that you can do away with them. I think this theater need to be renovation telling the truth this theater is old school and i still perfer a bigger movie theater such as amc bay plaza,amc empire 25 and amc lincoln square the corcoran group april 3, 2012. Bed bugs reported at sheepshead bay multiplex gothamist. Book union square backpackers hostel, san francisco on tripadvisor.
How to avoid bed bugs in movie theaters and why should you. Sep 27, 2017 the general manager of the mounds 10 theater in anderson, indiana admits that the theater did have a bed bug problem earlier this year, but an exterminator was called in and the issue was dealt with. The manager gave the patrons some free movie passes and originally thought the problem might be an allergic reaction to cleaning chemicals used in the theater. Bed bugs lurk at movie theaters action pest control. A new report claims that the amc theater located in time square, new york is ridden with bed bugs. There are about 1015 bites all over his legs large round spots with ar red centers. This isnt the first time this amc movie theater has been the site of bed bug complaints.
One person brings them in on their body or clothes and they could easily and quickly reproduce. According to, that was the case for two moviegoers who reported bed. A 25screen movie theater in new yorks bustling times square is the latest city business to shut down temporarily as it battles a bedbug infestation. Find everything you need for your local movie theater near you. Bed bugs, clearly, where on the publics consciousness, and just as every runny nose these days rings of h1n1 swine flu, every bug bite victim suspected bed bugs. People are saying a movie theater in times square is crawling with bed bugs again. They specifically love to hide under hidden areas of the seats. Union square theatre new york tickets, schedule, seating. If there are enough bed bugs in the theater you are in, your nose may tell you. Oct, 2017 a new report claims that the amc theater located in time square, new york is ridden with bed bugs. Bedbugs are showing up in commercial settings, creating a bonanza for. Union square is just a couple of blocks in the other direction, which is great. Stayed at the w union sq from 91615 to 92115 and my wife got bed bug bites on her arm.
Regal union square stadium 14 in new york, ny 3 get movie showtimes and tickets online, movie information and more from moviefone. The cinemark 16 is not the first movie theater to have a bed bug problem. Click on a matching result to see any bedbug reports on file, or to file your own bedbug report. According to myfoxny via drudge, the amc 25 theater closed tuesday night after customers complained of getting bed bugs. You may never think about protecting yourself from bed bugs at the movie theater, but this is a prime example of an area to be concerned in. Since the human body gives out carbon dioxide and heat, the bed bugs get attracted to these elements and come out to feed upon the unsuspecting host. The same movie theater keeps getting accused of spreading bed. Bed bugs at northeast edmonton movie theatre watch news. On the way home we noticed fresh bites all over the legs of our fouryear old, who was wearing shorts. When you go to the movie theater, bring white sheets to throw over the seats and sit on the white sheets. Before a person can prevent an infestation, it is important to know what they are, how they live and what they look like.
Bed bugs can feed on us when we are fully awake and relaxing on a couch, or any other furniture we sit on. Sat, aug 6 a movie theatre in northeast edmonton is running short two auditoriums this weekend, after reports of bed bugs caused cineplex to shut down and treat them. Bedbugs on a bus has become a common headline, not just in philadelphia, but with metro bus and rail operations across the country. Once you know what they look like, hopefully, before you bring them home, you can avoid staying in hotels that have them. Bedbugs return to nys times square amc movie theater vibe. Oct, 2017 imagine watching a horror film at the amc theater in times square, and suddenly feeling bed bugs on your skin. Bed bugs find hundreds of hiding places inside movie theaters. By taking these simple precautions, you can prevent these hitchhiking bugs from returning home with you and turning your life into a scary movie. Imagine watching a horror film at the amc theater in times square, and suddenly feeling bed bugs on your skin. Try not to think about bed bugs next time you watch a movie. How to avoid bed bugs in movie theaters and why should. Which is why i found myself at the amc empire 25 multiplex in times squaresite of many past bed bug infestationson sunday night.
But if i was in the city to shop, there are many other hotel choices that would be preferable to this location. The first was a broadway theatre that opened in 1870, was converted into a cinema in 1921 and closed in 1936. Apparent bed bugs hit popular times square movie theater. Regal union square cinema, july 9, 2011 we went to a movie in theater 14 of the regal union square cinema. May 06, 2014 bed bugs in movie theatres nyc pest control. Apr 11, 2016 if there are enough bed bugs in the theater you are in, your nose may tell you.
Enter a hotel name and citystate or a street address in the boxes on the left and hit search. New yorkcentric website gothamist has published an article claiming that the amc empire 25 multiplex the one located right in the heart of times square has bed bugs living in the seats. Movie times, buy movie tickets online, watch trailers and get directions to amc village 7 in new york, ny. The topic of this article is to help movie goers avoid bed bugs in movie theater seats and also prevent them from bring these pests back home. Jun 15, 2017 the manager gave the patrons some free movie passes and originally thought the problem might be an allergic reaction to cleaning chemicals used in the theater. The scent from the glands of bed bugs produces a musty odor that resembles the smell of moldy clothes. Woman says she was attacked by bedbugs at local movie theater. Bed bug report for w new york union square, new york, ny. Bill proposes nyc movie theaters to be inspected for bedbugs.
Bedbugsniffing dogs are raising doubts in new york the. Times square movie theater with history of bed bugs may have. Amy hoaks home economics forget bedbugs, these bugs are more commonand more harmful published. Shortly you will receive confirmation on your email. Amc west chester 18 west chester, ohio 45069 amc theatres. Since we mentioned carbon dioxide, lets start with that one. Forget bedbugs, these bugs are more common and more. For a quintessential getaway, stay at san francisco marriott union square, which is located at the corner of sutter and powell, just steps from downtown restaurants, shops, theaters and attractions. The best bed bug exterminators near me with free estimates. Hotels%2c dorms and hospitals have the most bedbug calls. A valley woman says bed bugs were feasting on her and a friends arm shortly after they sat down to enjoy the scifi drama flatliners at the amc at westgate in glendale. While noisy seatmates, squeaky chairs, and late showing could be great mood downers when going to the theater, these are not actually the worst things you could encounter there. Bed bugs in new york city before a person can prevent an infestation, it is important to know what they are, how they live and what they look like.
Jun 28, 2011 how to avoid bed bugs in movie theaters when you go to the movie theater, chances are good you do not think about bed bugs, but they could easily be present. Nyc movie theaters could face fines for bed bug laxity gothamist. Woman says she was bitten by bed bugs at a valley movie. Aug 20, 2010 have you seen bed bugs in the movie popcorn. Moviegoers report being bitten by bed bugs at popular.
Bed bugs return to nys popular times square amc movie theater october, 2017 12. Amc 19th street east 6 flatiron district 890 broadway. We have confirmed a charlotte county movie theater has been treated for a bed bud infestation. There are other conditions present in a movie theater that promote the infestation of bed bugs.