Dante is getting a makeover! The NYC Department of Parks and Recreation's Art & Antiquities division was out at Dante Park this morning beginning conservation on the statue of Dante Alighieri. The work coincides with the 700th Anniversary of Dante's death and the 100th Anniversary of the sculpture’s installation, and is planned to be completed within two weeks.
NEIGHBORHOOD NEWS
New COVID-19 Mandates and Recommendations
In light of the recent spike in COVID-19 cases, both New York City and New York State issued a series of announcements in an attempt to address the increases in cases.
The most important meal of the day is delicious at these favorite Lincoln Square restaurants. Check out what’s for breakfast in the neighborhood and treat yourself...
Connect with Music at Kaufman Music Center's Lucy Moses School
Do you live or work on the Upper West Side? Have you always wanted to learn to play an instrument? Connect with music at Kaufman Music Center’s Lucy Moses School...
“WE LOVE NYC: The Homecoming Concert” is a historic, once-in-a-generation concert put on to celebrate New York City’s comeback. The concert, which will be held on...
Library for the Performing Arts Tech Kits and More
COVID-19 has presented extreme challenges for performing artists. With much of the new art landscape taking place digitally and virtually, the New York Public Library for...
New York City's COVID-19 positivity rate has increased to over 2%, and cases are continuing to increase especially among unvaccinated individuals. Anyone 12 years and older can get a COVID-19 vaccine for free. Click here to find a vaccine site near you.
TONIGHT: National Night Out
National Night Out enhances the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement while bringing back a true sense of community. Join the NYPD 20th Precinct tonight from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at Verdi Square Park (Broadway between West 72nd and West 73rd Streets) for family fun including music, refreshments and giveaways.
August Housing Clinic 8.4.21
Join Council Member Helen Rosenthal for the August Housing Clinic this Wednesday, August 4, from 6:00pm to 7:00pm. This month's topic is: latest updates on the NYS Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP). The clinic will be conducted via Zoom. Click here to register and receive Zoom event information.
Single Block Street Fair 8.7.21
There is a single block street fair on Saturday, August 7 on Broadway between West 60th and West 61st Streets. The event will be on the east side of Broadway (northbound traffic). Southbound lanes will be open for traffic. Call 311 for more information.
Hurricane Season: Know Your Zone
The Atlantic Hurricane season runs from the beginning of June through the end of November. New Yorkers are encouraged to visit the Know Your Zone websiteto find out whether they live in one of the City's six hurricane evacuation zones.
CISA Cyber Essentials
CISA’s Cyber Essentials is a guide for leaders of small businesses as well as leaders of small and local government agencies to develop an actionable understanding of where to start implementing organizational cybersecurity practices.Check it out here.
The 9/11 Memorial & Museum, in partnership with NYC & Company, is encouraging cultural institutions throughout NYC to participate in a citywide commemoration to honor the occasion through various plans. Learn more and register here.
