SUNDAY MORNING ON THE UWS: Free Kickboxing Class + Smoothie Workshop At UWS Athleta

A quick note if you’re looking to get your blood pumping tomorrow morning (Sunday, 1/27). The Upper West Side Athleta store (216 Columbus, at 70th) is partnering with FiTMAPPED to offer a free kickboxing class, followed by a “smoothie workshop.” Details are available at Athleta’s website. Kickboxing runs from 9:00 – 9:30 am, with the [...]

Free & Cheap Upper West Side Events: 9/13/12

Free and cheap events in the neighborhood on Thursday, September 13th, 2012…

Free & Cheap Upper West Side Events: 8/27/12

Free and cheap events in the neighborhood on Monday, August 27th, 2012…

Free & Cheap Upper West Side Events: 7/30/12

Free and cheap events in the neighborhood on Monday, July 30th, 2012…

Free & Cheap Upper West Side Events: 7/24/12

Free and cheap events in the neighborhood on Tuesday, July 24th, 2012…

Free Flow Yoga Class At UWS Athleta Tonight (And Sunday Morning Too)

A little short-notice, but if you’re looking to burn some calories on the cheap tonight, the UWS Athleta (216 Columbus, at 70th) is offering a free yoga class at 7:00 pm.

Upper West Side Openings & Rumors: Lululemon, Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf

Mentioned last week that the Chase at 2139 Broadway (corner of 75th) has closed. As I wrote in that post, this is only interesting in that there is now vacant space on a prime Broadway corner and there is already construction taking place inside. And now we officially have our first rumor as to what’s [...]

“Spin For Hunger” Fundraiser This Weekend — Still Time To Donate

Wanted to give another plug to the Spin For Hunger event that I mentioned a couple of weeks ago. The event takes place this Saturday from 1:30 – 3:30 pm and there’s still time to donate. If you’re interested in actually participating in the event, there are a few last-minute openings. The minimum fundraising commitment [...]

“Spin For Hunger” Fundraising Event — Help Raise Money For St. Francis Food Pantries & Shelters

Wanted to give mention to Spin For Hunger, a great fundraising event taking place next month. While it’s not technically on the Upper West Side, my girlfriend is involved with the planning and organizing efforts, so it’s getting a special dispensation. As winter approaches, it’s important to remember that many New Yorkers will spend the [...]

Upper West Side Openings & Closings: Eastern Mountain Sports, Compass, Loi

The long-awaited Eastern Mountain Sports in the new Laureate condo at 2150 Broadway (at 76th) is finally set to open for business on Thursday, 9/1 (thanks to Eric for the tip).

What’s Open On The Upper West Side?

UPDATE 4:26 pm: Great response so far — more than 60 submission. Thanks to everyone who has tweeted, e-mailed, and posted on Facebook. Keep the tips coming! UPDATE 5:31 pm: We’re up to about 100 submissions and counting — thanks again for all the great feedback! I’ve gotten a lot of e-mails from people asking [...]

Upper West Side Week In Review: 8/8/11 – 8/14/11

A round-up of some of the most popular posts from the past week: Upper West Side Blue Donkey Bar Shutters, Blames Vocal Angry Neighbor Alec Baldwin Ditching Upper West Side For SoHo & Yoga Instructor Girlfriend Second Triathlete Dies After (Mostly) Upper West Side Race Police Make Arrest In Connection To “Serial Groper” Case Upper [...]