The New York Post reports that Conan O’Brien is quietly selling his penthouse apartment in the Majestic (Central Park West at 72nd).  The penthouse apartment is actually a combination of apartments, Conan’s longtime residence on the 17th floor and an apartment on the 18th floor that he purchased in 2007 for $10 million.  The south-facing co-op in the building comes with three terraces and dramatic park views, along with all of the amenities you would expect from such a swanky building.  The asking price for Conan O’Brien’s luxury penthouse is reportedly $35 million… if it sells, he can add that cash to his recent $45 million payout from NBC, and swim in the money à la Scrooge McDuck.

Pure Yoga, the high-end yoga studio with a new Upper West Side location, is offering some unique Valentine’s Day events designed for an array of backgrounds.  In one special Valentine’s Day workshop, bring a partner to enjoy a circle warm-up, followed by a mirrored asana practice, partner poses, and Thai Massage.  The class will conclude with a healing Savasana meditation, after which participants are welcomed to stay for a heart-healthy beverage.  The two-hour event is led by Mary Aranas, a certified yoga and Thai Yoga Massage instructor who teaches regularly at Pure Yoga.  Don’t have a partner for a partner yoga session?  Here’s a fantastic V-Day event to consider trying… “Path to the Heart with Siri Sat” is a workshop in which Pure Yoga’s Siri Sat Kaur brings her warm and playful guidance, sharing liberating, powerful techniques that release energetic ties from former relationships, clear the path for future relationships, and open and strengthen the heart.  Whichever workshop you choose, Pure Yoga will give you energy and peace for your Valentine’s Day.

Valentine’s Day events at Pure Yoga

A Special Valentine’s Event with Mary Aranas: Sunday, February 14th, 2010, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm, $80 per couple
Path to the Heart with Siri Sat: Sunday, February 14th, 2010, 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm, $40 (in advance), $45 (day-of)

Pure West, 77th at Amsterdam

Come to the Walter Reade Theater (65th between Broadway and Amsterdam, upper level) this week for a special event of the Film Society of Lincoln Center.  As part of Independents Night, a showcase of NYC premieres of documentaries, the FSLC is screening Kimberly Reed’s Prodigal Sons for one night only.  The award-winning documentary is a raw and provocative examination of one family’s struggle to come to terms with its past and present, and marks a coming-out in more ways than one for this transgender filmmaker.  Director Kimberly Reed will introduce the film and answer questions after the screening.  A reception will follow the event.

Independents Night: Prodigal Sons

Thursday, February 11th, 2010, 6:30 pm, $7-$11

Walter Reade Theater, 65th between Broadway and Amsterdam

Three coyotes have been spotted on Columbia University’s campus, according to several news sources.  The first sighting, occurring in front of Lewisohn Hall (near the campus entrance at Broadway and 116th), was reported to 911 and Columbia’s authorities yesterday morning.  At least one other sighting came in yesterday, raising concern that the wild animals may pose a threat to students, staff, or visitors.  The three coyotes on Columbia’s campus comes after last week’s spotting of a coyote in Central Park.  While it is unclear whether the two coyote sightings are related, the latest urban coyote news indicates that coyote presence in New York City may be on the rise.  Columbia students are urged to call Columbia Public Safety at 212.854.5555 or Barnard Public Safety at 212.854.3362 if they see a coyote on campus.  If you come across a coyote, remember to keep your distance, keep your dog on leash, and alert the authorities.

Click through to see some events in the neighborhood for Monday, February 8th, 2010…

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Havana Central, the Cuban restaurant with a location on Broadway between 113th and 114th, has a whole series of Valentine’s Day events scheduled at all three locations, leading up to a special dinner on the 14th.  Whether you’re looking to find love, perk up your relationship, or keep the romance alive, Havana Central will have an event for you.  Looking for love?  Then try the Friday, February 12th Havana Central speed dating event.  Co-hosted by FastLife International, the event is designed for singles aged 25 to 45 who are looking to bring some new romance into their lives.  Looking to celebrate your love with your sweetheart?  Then try the Romantic Latin Lover’s Valentine’s Menu for a great Valentine’s Day meal.  Enjoy a three-course Cuban menu for $45 per person (including one signature cocktail).  Highlights of the menu include a trio of ceviche with sour orange marinated shrimp, lemon cilantro marinated octopus, and lime-blackberry marinated lobster; grouper santiaguero in a lemon saffron butter sauce; and chocolate banana empanadas.  Looking for fun?  Try some of the events scheduled at Havana Central Times Square or Union Square, from the Bacardi Love Potion Cocktail Challenge to experts giving answers to your dating questions to Hot Sauce Day.  Make your reservations for Havana Central’s events early, and enjoy their week of love.

Week of Love at Havana Central

Speed Dating: Friday, February 12th, 2010, 7:45 pm - 9:45 pm, $59.95 (includes one cocktail and hors d’oeuvres)
Valentine’s Menu: Sunday, February 14th, 2010, lunch & dinner, $45 per person

Havana Central, Broadway between 113th and 114th

Single? Come celebrate Valentine’s Day at The Pourhouse (Amsterdam between 108th and 109th) by meeting other singles for a great party.  Let Matt Pinfield, Leslie Fram, and the rest of the 101.9 RXP crew play cupid for you on Thursday.  It’s a chance to find a sweetie to snuggle up to for the rest of the winter months.

101.9 RXP Singles Party

Thursday, February 11th, 2010, 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

The Pourhouse, Amsterdam between 108th and 109th

Bar Boulud, Daniel Boulud’s newest restaurant at Broadway and 64th, is in the process of expanding their space to the area next door, and from the looks of it, the expansion may occur by summer.  The space next door was formerly occupied by a Chase Bank branch (several branches in the area combined to form a large Chase Bank on Broadway and 62nd), and was emptied late last year to prepare for the Bar Boulud expansion.  Although activity has been at a minimum for a few months, there is now a Community Board 7 public hearing scheduled for Tuesday to expand the restaurant’s outdoor patio space.  If we had to guess, an approval of an unenclosed patio permit would lead to an opening for the warm months this year.  Keep your eyes open on the space for its progress, or attend the CB7 meeting on Tuesday to see if any new info comes out about Bar Boulud’s expansion.

Community Board 7’s Transportation Committee

Tuesday, February 9th, 2010, 7:00 pm

250 West 87th Street, near Broadway

Click through to see some events in the neighborhood for Sunday, February 7th, 2010…

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Actors Pierce Brosnan and Logan Lerman

Percy Jackson & The Olympians: The Lightning Thief, the kids’ adventure movie based on a novel that has a huge fan following, premiered at AMC Lincoln Square 13 (Broadway at 68th) on Thursday night, bringing out the film’s stars and directors.  The movie is hoping to take the #1 spot from Avatar, which has firmly held the spot since its opening on December 18th.  Click through for more photos of the arrivals at the premiere.  [Photo source: Zimbio]

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