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Whether you live in the Lincoln Square BID, run a business here, or just love to visit, we want to hear from you! Our annual community survey is now live, and we hope you'll take 10-15 minutes to let us know what we’re doing well and what we can do even better.
The survey is anonymous, but everyone who completes it and shares their contact information will be entered into a drawing for one of four $100 gift cards to a local eatery.
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Lincoln Square Legend: Westside Restaurant | |
We are thrilled to highlight another Lincoln Square Legend: Westside Restaurant! This neighborhood favorite is a restaurant you may not have read about before - this is because Westside Restaurant’s owner, Gus Benetos, is a staunch believer in the “word-of-mouth” approach to marketing. In the fifty-five years since Westside ... | |
Read Your Way Through Lincoln Square | |
March is National Reading Month, the perfect time to celebrate the joy of books. Whether you're adding to your personal library, borrowing a book, or looking for a cozy spot to read, Lincoln Square has plenty to offer. With bookstores, libraries, and inviting places to sit with a good book, it’s easy to get lost in a story right in the ... | |
Honoring FDNY’s Legacy in Lincoln Square | |
FDNY’s Engine 40 recently celebrated an incredible milestone—150 years of service to New York City. Established in 1874, Engine 40 has been a cornerstone of the Lincoln Square community, responding to emergencies and keeping the neighborhood safe. The anniversary was marked by a special celebration recognizing the engine’s ... | |
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Don't Forget to Save the Date!
The Lincoln Square BID's 28th Annual Meeting is happening on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at 9:30am at Lincoln Center's David Rubenstein Atrium. Be sure to mark your calendars—more details on registration and what’s in store will be shared soon!
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TUMI Store: Temporarily Relocated | |
The TUMI store at The Shops at Columbus Circle is temporarily on the second floor while their regular location is being renovated and expanded. | |
Alternate side parking regulations will be suspended for Purim on Friday, March 14. Parking meters will remain in effect. Download the NYCASP calendar. | |
Half Marathon This Weekend | |
The New York Road Runners will host the United Airlines New York City Half Marathon on Sunday, March 16. Runners will begin in Brooklyn and finish in Central Park. Here you will find the course maps and street closure information. Affected streets include Central Park South from Columbus Circle to Grand Army Plaza, Central Park West from 59th St to 72nd St, and West 61st - 64th Street between Broadway and Central Park West. | |
Upcoming Events in Partnership with Council Member Gale Brewer | |
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Neighborhood Tree Care Event: On Tuesday, March 18, join City Councilmember Gale Brewer’s first Street Tree Care Clinic of the spring from 5:00–7:00pm at Ederle Recreation Center (232 W 60th St). Trees New York will help teach practical tree stewardship skills. Register here or call 212-873-0282.
District Office Open House: Council Member Gale Brewer will hold her District Office Open House on Thursday, April 3, from 4:30–7:30pm at 563 Columbus Avenue (at W 87 St). Stop by to meet neighbors and enjoy refreshments.
NYC Animal Care Centers Mobile Adoption Event: On Saturday, April 5, from 12:00-4:00pm, NYC Animal Care Center's Mobile Adoption event will take place outside of Council Member Gale Brewer’s District Office (563 Columbus Avenue at W 87 St).
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Community Forum with Congressman Jerrold “Jerry” Nadler | |
Congressman Nadler represents NY’s 12th Congressional District and will be discussing pending federal budget bills & the fiscal cliff, migrants and a border deal, threat of a “Debt Commission” to Social Security, and submitted questions at his upcoming community forum. The event will take place in person and virtually on Wednesday, March 19. No RSVP is necessary. Join in person at Goddard Riverside’s 88th Street Older Adult Center (593 Columbus Avenue at W 88th St) at 4:00pm. Find the Zoom link and more information here. | |
Manhattan State of the Borough Address
Manhattan Borough President Mark Levine will host his State of the Borough address at 2:00pm on Sunday, March 23, at Fiorello H. LaGuardia High School of Music & Art and Performing Arts (100 Amsterdam Avenue at W 65th St). An RSVP is required on a first-come, first-served basis. Reserve your space here.
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Meet your Neighborhood Coordination Officers and discuss your public safety concerns at the next 20th Precinct Sector A Build the Block on Tuesday, March 25. The meeting will take place at 6:00pm at 220 Riverside Boulevard. For accommodations, contact PO Phoenix-Trotman at (917) 488-5537 or CYRUS.PHOENIXTROTMAN2@nypd.org. | | | |
NYC Solar + Storage Installer Workshop | |
Sustainable CUNY and Con Edison will be hosting a free, online 2025 NYC Solar + Storage Installer Workshop on Thursday, March 27, from 9:00am-4:00pm. The workshop is for contractors, architects, engineers, electricians, filing representatives, and other stakeholders who specialize in solar energy and/or energy storage systems. The NYC Department of Buildings, FDNY, NYSERDA, NYCHA, and the Mayor’s Office of Climate & Environmental Justice will present. The Sustainable CUNY Ombudsman will focus on updates to incentives, permitting, and codes for both solar and energy storage systems. Find the schedule and register here. | |
Request for Proposals for the Renovation, Operation, and Maintenance of Snack Bars at Verdi Square | The New York City Department of Parks and Recreation ("Parks”) has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Renovation, Operation, and Maintenance of Snack Bars with Options for Mobile Food Units at three locations, including Verdi Square. Proposals must be submitted no later than Friday, April 4, at 2:00pm. The RFP is available for download on Parks' website. Download the RFP and click on the "Concessions Opportunities at Parks” link. Once you have logged in, click on the "download” link that appears adjacent to the RFP's description. For more information or to obtain hard copies (up to two, at no cost), prospective proposers may contact Lindsay Schott, Senior Project Manager, at (212) 360-3405 or Lindsay.Schott@parks.nyc.gov. | |
Save the Date! NYC Small Business Month Expo | |
The NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS) is excited to host the NYC Small Business Month Expo again this year to serve the needs of small business owners across all stages, industries, and boroughs. This year’s event will be held at Center415 (415 5th Ave) on Thursday, May 29. Save the date to attend! | |
OMNY Card Vending Machines | |
OMNY Card vending machines have been added at the 59th Street-Columbus Circle subway station. You can find them at the following entrances: 58th & 8th Ave, Calabrese Plaza, 60th St island, and on the northwest side of 60th at Broadway. Learn more about OMNY here. | |
Sign Up for UWSR’s Eco Letter | |
Upper West Side Recycling (UWSR) shares a free Eco Letter six times a year. Here you'll find out about environmental events taking place during the upcoming two or three months, along with commentary on an environmental topic relevant to Manhattan's Upper West Side. Read the March/April newsletter here, and sign up for the newsletter here. | | | | |
