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Food, glorious food! While Lincoln Square is packed with excellent restaurants and cafes, it’s no secret that locals have been longing for another grocery store. Happily, Morton Williams, the much-anticipated supermarket at 2015 Broadway (between W 68th and W 69th), is scheduled to open tomorrow (Friday, January 26)!
Stop by daily for groceries, prepared foods, flowers, and more, and subscribe for weekly specials by email.
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Dance Abounds this Month in Lincoln Square | |
On any given afternoon, you’re likely to spot a dancer floating through Lincoln Square on the way to class or work. Over the next few weeks, however, the neighborhood’s ties to the dance community are taking center stage. When it comes to dance—learning about it, watching it, or practicing it—there’s no better place than Lincoln ... | |
A Sweet Sixteen for Bar Boulud | |
This month, Bar Boulud (1900 Broadway at W 64th Street) celebrated its 16th anniversary. The French wine bar and bistro has called Lincoln Square home since 2008, and has enhanced the dining scene in the heart of the district ever since. Celebrations ensued to commemorate the momentous occasion. While most sweet ... | |
Most people have heard of the American Automobile Association, but what does anyone really know about AAA? In scouring their services and speaking with staff, the Lincoln Square BID learned more about the breadth of services available through the association—and not just for drivers. Located at 1881 Broadway (the entrance is ... | |
Hip-Hop, Technology, and the Arts
Come Alive at the Atrium
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All year long, Lincoln Center showcases free concerts and exhibits from up-and-coming artists in the David Rubenstein Atrium (61 W 62nd Street between Amsterdam Ave and Broadway). This February is no exception. The Beats, Rhymes & Sights series will celebrate the history and art of hip-hop with film screenings, Q&As, dance ... | |
All Commercial Waste Must Be Containerized | |
In joining a monthly call with Community Board 7’s District Manager and partners, we were reminded by representatives from the Department of Sanitation that, starting March 1, 2024, ALL businesses in NYC must use bins with secure lids when setting out trash for collection. Learn more on DSNY’s website. | |
Check Out NYC Parks’ Programs | |
The NYC Department of Parks & Recreation offers a wide range of programs and activities for every age level and interest. Join rangers on February 17 for a Central Park Super Hike, explore their “Winter Fun” page for cold weather activities, or subscribe for email updates at the top of their website (in the gray bar, next to “Accessibility”). | |
Request a Free "Operation Safe Travel" Workshop | |
The Lighthouse Guild is committed to providing exceptional services and workshops that inspire people who are visually impaired to attain their goals. They are currently offering a free virtual workshop, “Operation Safe Travel,” that provides tips to help individuals with vision loss travel independently and safely. If you are interested in bringing this workshop to your community or senior center, please complete the request form here; a member of the Lighthouse Guild team will review your request and get in touch with you to discuss the details further. | |
Notice of Hearing on Third-Party Food Delivery Services | |
The NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection is proposing new rules to clarify the licensing requirement for third-party food delivery services. The hearing for these changes will be held virtually on Monday, February 5, at 11:00am. Find the notice of the public hearing here. | |
Bootcamp for Small Businesses | |
NYC BEST is partnering with various city agencies, small business organizations, and community partners to help small business owners understand city rules and regulations through a series of webinars. Topics will include understanding City agencies' permit/license structures and processes, navigating government resources (NYC Business Solutions Centers, Commercial Lease Assistance, SBS Hotline), and how NYC BEST can help with permits and licenses. Register for the next series here. | |
Formerly known as Zero Waste Academy, “NYC Trash Academy: Talking Dirty About Sustainable Solution” is a free, virtual, 10-session educational series designed for all New Yorkers and anyone interested in learning how to create a cleaner, healthier, more sustainable city. Along with these virtual sessions, this year, the program will include three hybrid evening study halls where participants can come together (virtually or in person) to discuss the modules and network as a cohort. Applications are open until February 2. Learn more and apply here. | |
MTA Plans to Phase Out MetroCards | |
The MTA plans to phase out MetroCards this year. If you have a reduced-fare benefit, find out how to link it to OMNY on MTA’s website. The website also provides steps for how to apply for the reduced-fare program, which is available for riders age 65 and older or those with a qualifying disability. | |
NYC Tax Prep Presentation and Brochure Requests | |
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The IRS has announced that it will begin accepting tax returns on January 29, and the NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) wants to make sure all eligible New Yorkers use the NYC Free Tax Prep. New Yorkers who earned $85,000 or less for families or $59,000 or less as single filers in 2023 will be eligible to file for free with an IRS certified VITA/TCE volunteer preparer using NYC Free Tax Prep. The services are also available for self-employed filers, such as small business owners, freelancers, and gig workers.
The DCWP Community Affairs Team is available to facilitate presentations in person or virtually for your organization, including staff and/or members. If you are interested, fill out their FTP Presentation Request Form to secure a date.
DCWP is also distributing Free Tax Prep brochures for the 2024 tax season. Order brochures for your agency/organization by completing the Google form by January 26, 2024: 2024 Tax Season Brochure Request Form.
Please note that you can request presentations, brochures, or both.
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