Lincoln Square’s Summer Screenings

This summer, Lincoln Square is the ultimate destination for film lovers, offering a fantastic array of cinematic experiences. From international hits to critically acclaimed independent features to the biggest Hollywood blockbusters, there's a screen for every taste—and it's a perfect way to escape the summer heat! As a cornerstone of ...

Savor Summer Flavors During NYC Restaurant Week®

NYC Restaurant Week® returns July 21 through August 17—and it’s heating up with seasonal flavors, iconic dishes, and unbeatable prix-fixe deals at restaurants across the five boroughs. As part of Founded by NYC, this summer’s program also celebrates the city’s 400th anniversary. Whether you're craving a classic or something new, it’s ...

Celebrate 60 Years of the

New York Public Library for the Performing Arts

This year, a beloved Lincoln Square institution—the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts (40 Lincoln Center Plaza)—celebrates its 60th anniversary. Since opening in 1965, this unique hybrid of library and museum has been an unparalleled resource for artists, researchers, and performing arts enthusiasts. It offers an ...

EVENTS & PROMOTIONS

Changes at The Shops at Columbus Circle

There have been some recent changes at The Shops at Columbus Circle (10 Columbus Circle). La Maison Du Chocolat has moved to the ground floor, taking over the former guest services space, while Diptyque has temporarily relocated to the kiosk in front of its storefront on the ground floor due to ongoing renovations.

Advance Notification of NYC Health Annual Restaurant Inspections

All NYC restaurants will now get two email alerts before annual inspections from the NYC Department of Health & Mental Hygiene (DOHMH). The first email will be sent about 1 - 5 months in advance and the second email will be sent about 3 - 6 weeks in advance.

Each email alert (coming from noreply@newsletters.nyc.gov) includes information to help businesses prepare for inspection so they can achieve an A grade and avoid fines: 

• a self-inspection checklist
• a fact sheet on the most common violations and how to avoid them
• a link to order your personalized, free Inspection History Report  
• information about Food Protection Certificate training

Businesses can also contact SBS’s NYC Business Express Service Team (NYC BEST) for free, one-on-one compliance support at any time, and especially before inspection.  

Note that it is important that businesses have the most current email address on file with DOHMH to ensure receipt of these advance notification emails. To change the email address for your business that is on file with DOHMH, complete this form, or update it during your online permit renewal at nyc.gov/dohmhpermits. 

Operating Costs Impacting NYC Small Businesses

Are operating costs impacting your NYC-based small business? The NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS) is looking to identify financial challenges small businesses face while operating in NYC. Please take this short survey to help SBS collect this research.

Fresh Food for Seniors

The Fresh Food for Seniors program —presented by Council Member Gale Brewer in partnership with Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine— is back for 2025. The program offers a bag of locally grown fresh produce for $10 (a $15+ value) throughout the growing season. It’s pay-as-you-go, not a CSA-like subscription, so it’s a great value with no need for a commitment—just a little advance planning. Sign-up is simple: pay $10 cash about two weeks in advance at Goddard Riverside Older Adult Center (593 Columbus at 88th St). Then come get your produce on pickup day, between 1:00pm and 3:00pm at Goddard (don’t come early!). The next order date is July 23 for August 6. When you pick up your order, you can place your next order for pickup on August 20.

Ordering and pickups are also available at these locations—but with different hours; call them for details!

• Lincoln House Outreach, 303 W. 66th Street // 212-875-8958
• NCJW Council Lifetime Learning, 241 W. 72nd Street // 212-687-5030 ext. 481/468
• DOROT, 171 W. 85th Street // 917-441-5091
• Project Open, 180 West End Avenue (limited to Lincoln Towers’ residents) // 212-721-8708
• Bloomingdale Aging in Place (BAiP members only) // 212-842-8831 

For more information, click here.

Free Summer Meals

The NYC Public Schools 2025 Free Summer Meals Program is now available all across New York City through Friday, August 29, 2025, for anyone 18 years old or younger. Breakfast and lunch are served at select NYC Public Schools, community pool centers, parks, and libraries. No sign-up, papers, or ID are necessary to get a meal. Click here to learn more and to find a free meal location near you. 

Mediating Establishment and Neighborhood Disputes (MEND) NYC

MEND NYC is a new citywide initiative that provides free mediation and conflict resolution services to address a number of neighborhood disputes that impact New Yorkers every day. This program is an opportunity to create direct communication and compromise, establishing respectful and ongoing relationships that help New Yorkers co-exist peacefully in their communities while ensuring that small businesses thrive. MEND NYC helps New Yorkers address issues in their neighborhood that may include quality-of-life issues between residents and businesses, negotiation between commercial tenants and landlords, and neighboring business to business misunderstandings. You can learn more about MEND NYC here.

Report Illegally Opened Fire Hydrants

Illegally opened fire hydrants reduce water pressure, make firefighting more difficult, cause discolored water, and waste 1,000 gallons of water per minute. If you observe a running hydrant, please report it immediately by using the NYC 311 mobile app or by calling 311. Quick reporting helps the New York City Department of Environmental Protection respond rapidly and maintain safe, reliable water service. For more information, click here.