It's not too late to join the BID's WinteRamble. Bring your friends and neighbors to help light up Lincoln Square - sign up today! Come ring in the winter solstice by joining the WinteRamble - an illuminated community procession of Frost Giant puppets and icicle lanterns led by Processional Arts Workshop. The procession steps off in front of 1886 Broadway (between 62nd St and 63rd St) at 5:00pm and meanders through the Lincoln Square neighborhood until 6:00pm on Wednesday, December 21, to the ethereal sounds of J.C. King’s Kalimbascope, a rolling ensemble of acoustically-enhanced thumb pianos. 

There are 3 ways to participate: Volunteer to carry a crystalline icicle lantern, create your own mini-lantern for the procession in the pop-up workshop (3:00 – 5:00 pm), or join the Kalimbascope (no experience required). 

To volunteer or get details, including the location, about the pop-up workshop, RSVP through our online sign-up. Everyone is welcome to take part in this family-friendly event or just watch and follow along as we celebrate winter’s arrival together. 

Sign up to participate by clicking here!

Join us for the Final Outdoor Performances of Lights Up on Lincoln Square

This week is jam-packed with our final outdoor performances of Lights Up on Lincoln Square at Dante Park (Broadway at West 64th Street). On Tuesday, December 20, we will start with a newly added bonus concert by students from Kaufman Music Center's Special Music School High School at 3:45pm. Under the musical direction ...

The New 51 City Council District Maps are Here

The Districting Commission approved its Final Plan of 51 new City Council Districts on November 1, 2022. These new City Council Districts are in effect for the next ten years and will be used for the first time in the June Primary 2023. View the new District 6 ...

WNET’s New Streaming Channel: PBS Nature

WNET has just launched its second free, ad-supported streaming television (FAST) channel, PBS Nature. PBS Nature joins WNET’s other FAST channel, arts TWG+, extending the reach of WNET’s long-running documentary film series NATURE. It gives viewers without cable TV the opportunity to watch the program on demand ...

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Christmas Dinner at Goddard Riverside on 12/25

COVID-19, Flu, and RSV in NYC

New York City is facing high levels of COVID-19, flu, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). The New York City Health Commissioner issued an advisory that strongly urges New Yorkers to wear masks in public indoor settings and crowded outdoor settings. The flu vaccine and COVID-19 boosters are our best protection against serious illness and complications. It’s safe to get both vaccines at the same time! To find a location near you, go to nyc.gov/vaccinefinder. NYC Council Member Erik Bottcher is hosting a COVID-19 booster clinic on Wednesday, January 18. Find out more details here and schedule your appointment here.

Get Free COVID-19 Tests Delivered to Your Home

With COVID-19 cases on the rise, the Biden administration is offering free at-home COVID-19 tests again through the Postal Service. You can order 4 free tests here.

Safety Tips from the NYPD for the Holidays

The NYPD shared some tips to keep everyone safe while shopping this holiday season. Watch an informational video here and view a graphic here to learn more.

Mulchfest begins on December 26

Wrap up your holiday season and say goodbye to your tree at Mulchfest. Join NYC Parks and the New York City Department of Sanitation in the NYC holiday tradition of recycling your Christmas tree! Put on your boots and haul your tree to a Mulchfest location to see your tree into wood chips that will be used to nourish trees and make NYC even greener. Find a location here.

"Making New York Work for Everyone" Action Plan

New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York Governor Kathy Hochul released "'New' New York: Making New York Work for Everyone," a set of 40 proposals intended to make New York City the best place to work and serve as a roadmap for the city's future. Learn more here and read the plan here.

The Kindergarten Application is Open, Apply by 1/20

The kindergarten application is open!  If your child was born in 2018 and lives in New York City, they are eligible to attend kindergarten in fall 2023. Apply here by January 20, 2023. Learn more here.

DOT Accepting Applications for 2023 Open Streets Program

On December 5, 2022, the Department of Transportation announced the availability of online applications for the 2023 Open Streets program. Through the Open Streets program, the Department of Transportation works with community organizations, schools, and businesses to provide activities in public space created by closing roads to vehicular traffic. If your Open Street will launch on or before June 30, 2023, you must apply by January 31, 2023. If your Open Street will launch on or after July, 2023, you must apply by April 14, 2023. Learn more about open streets on the DOT's website and from this presentation, and submit your application here.

Talking About New York’s Strongest!

Read this article by Bob Tannenhauser of the West Side Rag explaining how and why the Department of Sanitation is New York's strongest.

The 2023 Manhattan Community Board Application Period is Open

Happy Holidays from the Lincoln Square BID!