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Are you ready for beautiful flowers? Last week, A. Bulfamante Landscaping installed our new seasonal displays, which bring a festive fall feel to Lincoln Square. Come enjoy the new kale, pink and white cyclamen, and fountain grass, and see the vibrant mums bloom. Thank you to all of our supporters who make our Streetscape and Beautification program possible! | |
Fall Favorites in Lincoln Square | |
From indulging in pumpkin flavored baked goods to watching spooky movies, Lincoln Square’s businesses and organizations offer a range of fabulous fall activities to enjoy this season. Whether you enjoy the taste or the look, pumpkins are a fall staple. For those interested in making a delicious pumpkin dessert or carving the perfect jack ... | |
Where to Go for Beautiful Views of Lincoln Square | |
Sweeping views of Lincoln Square are not as hard to come by as you might think! Whether you’re going out for a meal, a drink, or a show, here are just a few places in our neighborhood where you can enjoy a bird’s eye view of Columbus Circle, Central Park, Lincoln Center, and more. The restaurants at The Shops at Columbus Circle ... | |
Explore the World of Ensemble Music with the Chamber Music Society | |
With so many renowned organizations performing in Lincoln Square—NYC Ballet, the Metropolitan Opera, the New York Philharmonic—smaller arts organizations can be easily, but misguidedly, overlooked. One such needle in the hay stack—the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center (CMS). Performing in Alice Tully Hall, the CMS has ... | |
LSBID Welcomes New Intern, Sarah Breitman | |
In September, the Lincoln Square BID welcomed the team’s new intern, Sarah Breitman. Sarah is an undergraduate student at Fordham University, studying psychology and anthropology. She is fascinated by the role that psychology plays within a community, and she is excited to learn more about how our district ... | |
Lincoln Square BID Beautification & Landscaping RFP | |
The Lincoln Square Business Improvement District (BID) seeks proposals from qualified landscaping companies through this request for proposals (RFP) for the BID’s beautification and landscaping program. Click here to obtain the RFP. The Lincoln Square BID will hold a Pre-bid Conference on Wednesday, October 18, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. to give proposers the opportunity to have their questions answered.
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Crisis Resources for U.S. Citizens in Israel | |
Asylum Seeker Hiring Business Inquiries | |
New York State is working to connect asylum seekers who will soon be authorized to work with local restaurants and other employers who want to hire them. As of October 3, asylum seekers from Venezuela are eligible to apply for Temporary Protected Status and Expedited Work Authorization after 30 days. Employers who are interested in considering newly authorized individuals should complete this form, after which a State Business Services Associate will reach out to discuss further. | |
SBS Emergency Response Unit | |
NYC Funds Funder for Entrepreneurs | |
The NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS) is partnering with Next Street to make affordable financing more accessible to all NYC entrepreneurs, including women and minority-owned businesses. NYC Funds Finder provides custom lists of funding opportunities, including loans and grants, for businesses through partners at the Community Development Financial Institution and other lenders, free one-on-one financial counseling, and help with documentation preparation. More information here. | |
Public Survey from the NYC Street Harassment Prevention Advisory Board | |
Street harassment is unwanted and unwelcome threatening or offensive acts, statements, or behaviors directed at someone in public spaces such as sidewalks, streets, parks, and public transportation. The NYC Street Harassment Prevention Advisory Board (SHPAB) requests your help in taking its street harassment survey and in spreading awareness about the “End Street Harassment: A NYC Resource Guide.” The public survey will provide vital information about the frequency and impacts of street harassment across communities in NYC, as well as what kind of resources people are looking for to help prevent and respond to street harassment. | |
Public Hearing on Proposed Rules Relating to Motorized Micromobility | |
On Monday, October 16, at 11:00am, the NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection will hold a public hearing on proposed rules meant to clarify the definition of an “accredited testing laboratory” in relation to safety standards for powered bicycles, powered mobility devices and their batteries. Learn more about how to participate or comment here. | |
Vote in the Upcoming New York State General Election | |
October 23rd is the last chance to update your address or request an absentee ballot. Check here for more election deadlines and key dates. Visit NYC Votes to check your registration or register to vote. | |
Senior Resource Fair on October 24 | |
Senator Hoylman-Sigal is hosting a Senior Resource Fair on Tuesday, October 24, 3:00pm - 5:00pm, at the Goddard Riverside Lincoln Square Neighborhood Center (250 W. 65th St., between Amsterdam and West End Ave) in partnership with his colleagues in government. At the fair, participants will be able to receive flu shots, get help with SCRIE and DRIE, learn about available benefits, and sign-up for a variety of programs for older adults. Vendors will include the NYC Department of Social Services, the Department of Finance, DOROT, the Medicare Rights Center, the Met Council on Housing, Housing Conservation Coordinators, the NYC Department for the Aging, AARP, and the MTA, among many others. Admission is free. RSVPs are requested. To RSVP, fill out this form or call the Senator’s office at 212-633-8052. | |
Reduced-Fare OMNY for Seniors information Session | |
With MetroCards being phased out in 2024, MTA reps will be sharing information on how to participate in the Reduced-Fare program with the new OMNY system and get help setting up your own OMNY account. Join the event in person on Thursday, October 26, 2:30–3:30 pm at Project FIND Hamilton Older Adult Center (141 W. 73rd St btw Amsterdam and Columbus Ave). Bring your smartphone, debit card, and current MetroCard. Space is limited. Please call to RSVP: (212) 873-0282. | |
Businesses Must Disclose Ticket Costs on All Advertisements | |
According to § 20-881 of the NYC Administrative Code, event advertisements must include a ticket cost or a range of ticket costs. The Department of Consumer and Worker Protection is now proposing to add a new penalty schedule for failure to follow the law. The public hearing will be on November 6, 2023 at 11:00am. Read the full notice here. | |
Drafted Zoning Text for City of Yes | |
As part of the NYC’s Department of Planning “City of Yes for Economic Opportunity,” the agency is proposing a text amendment meant to spur economic activity and enable job growth. The agency has released a draft annotated zoning text in advance of the formal public review process. You can review the draft annotated zoning text, which includes notes to help you better understand the proposed changes to the zoning regulations, as well as this separate document for draft annotated zoning text related to the creation of new Manufacturing (M) Districts. Stay up to date on the changes by visiting the project web page or tuning into the City Planning Commission meeting later this month. | | | | |
