Earlier this week, we had our first accumulation of snow in New York City, and our Clean Team was out in full force, clearing the corners, crosswalks, bus stops, and fire hydrants of snow, slush, and ice. Thanks to our Clean Team, it was safe to walk in Lincoln Square, even in the messy weather!

Waste Setout Times Change April 1

Are you ready for new waste setout times? As part of its commitment to keeping our streets clean, The NYC Department of Sanitation is implementing new rules to reduce the time trash, recycling, and curbside composting sit on sidewalks. Many of you may need to prepare for these changes before they go into effect on Saturday, April 1 ...

A Beautiful New Spot in Lincoln Square

Great news for anyone looking for a breakfast spot: Café Paradiso is now open at 144 West 65th Street! And even better, you can get lunch and dinner there too. Merging American with Italian cuisine, Café Paradiso is an inviting space in the neighborhood for film buffs, artists, dancers, and everyone alike that feels like stepping into ...

Brown Harris Stevens Opens New Office

Brown Harris Stevens has officially moved into its new home at 1934 Broadway (West 65th Street). Previously located at 1926 Broadway, this large, lively space bodes well for real estate. Brown Harris Stevens is one of the most prominent privately owned real estate firms in the world and works predominately in the luxury, high-end ...

The Wondrous Willa Kim Exhibition at NYPL LPA

The New York Public Library for the Performing Arts (40 Lincoln Center Plaza) is celebrating Willa Kim, a Broadway costume designer, in a new exhibition. The Wondrous Willa Kim: Costume Designs for Actors and Dancers honors her long and colorful career and is the first-ever major retrospective exhibition that features an ...

Manhattan D.A. Bragg Combats Illegal Cannabis Dispensaries

The Lincoln Square BID is pleased to report that Manhattan D.A. Bragg is partnering with New York City Mayor Eric Adams, local law enforcement, and elected officials to combat the increasing number of illegal, unlicensed cannabis dispensaries in Manhattan. He announced this partnership on February 7 and shared that his ...

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Women Entrepreneurs NYC Events

Women Entrepreneurs NYC (WE NYC) is an initiative of the NYC Department of Small Business Services dedicated to helping women start and grow their businesses. Free services are available for women entrepreneurs across the five boroughs and in multiple languages. Learn more about WE NYC's events here.

NYC Emergency Management's 2023 Symposium

Join NYC Emergency Management Community Preparedness for the 2023 Symposium - A New Standard: Communities Ahead of Emergencies on Tuesday, March 7, from 9:00am - 3:00pm. Each workshop will discuss how communities can support their neighbors before and after an emergency, including those with disabilities and others with access and functional needs, like older New Yorkers and immigrant communities. Register to participate in person by clicking here. If you would like to participate virtually, register by clicking here.

Alternate Side Parking

Alternate side parking (street cleaning) regulations are suspended on Tuesday, March 7, 2023, for Purim. Parking meters remain in effect. 

20th Precinct Sector A Build the Block Meeting on March 9

The next 20th Precinct Sector A Build the Block meeting will take place on Thursday, March 9, at 6:00pm at 1886 Broadway between 62nd and 63rd Street. Click here for the announcement.

Apply for Manhattan Community Board

Community Boards are the independent and representative voices of their communities. The Boards are pivotal in shaping their communities and work to enhance and preserve the character of the city’s many unique neighborhoods. The 2023 Community Board Application is open until Friday, March 17, at 5:00pm. Submit your application to serve on your Community Board here.

Building "Greening" Workshop

Buildings are the single largest source of greenhouse gas emissions in NYC, and Local Law 97 sets limits on emission levels from buildings over 25,000 sq. ft. starting in 2024. On Tuesday, March 21, from 10:00am - 12:00pm, you can learn what steps your building should take now from the New York City Accelerator and Department of Buildings. RSVP at this link for the Zoom.

“Commissioner for a Day” Essay Contest

All New York City high-school students are invited to participate in the third annual NYC Emergency Management “Commissioner for a Day” essay contest. The NYC Emergency Management Commissioner will select the winner, who will be invited to NYC Emergency Management headquarters to participate in the Commissioner for a Day Award Ceremony. Entrants must submit an original essay and complete the application by Saturday, April 1. Click here for more details and the application.

If you earned $80,000 or less in 2022, file your taxes for FREE with an IRS-certified VITA/TCE volunteer preparer. Learn more here.

NYPD Scam Hotline

The NYPD has established a scam hotline to help those who receive requests for money to verify whether the request is a scam or not. You can call the hotline at (646) 610-7226. Watch this video to learn more.

Daylight Saving Time will begin on Sunday, March 12, 2023, at 2:00am. Make sure to set your clocks forward one hour at that time!