Slew Of Fairs/Fundraisers For Upper West Side Schools On Saturday, 5/7

If you’re looking for some family fun tomorrow, or to simply support some of the schools in the neighborhood, there are a bunch of events that might be of interest. I believe all of these have free admission, with varying prices for food, games, raffle tickets, rides, etc. 48th Annual Calhoun Carnival and Raffle (81st [...]

Wounded Warriors Benefit – June 16th

With the news of the Osama in Laden’s demise, there has been an outpouring of support for America’s armed forces this week. Seems like a great time to mention the very worthy benefit for the Wounded Warriors Family Support Initiative on June 16th. The benefit will take place at the Intrepid Sea, Air, & Space [...]

Two Benefits For Japan & Haiti – Today On The Upper West Side

It’s a little short notice, but there are two benefits taking place today on the Upper West Side that I wanted to point out. They were mentioned in the “Today On The UWS” post, but it was so long this morning that I’m afraid they may have gotten overlooked. 25CPW (Central Park West & 62nd), [...]

Crawfish For Cancer Benefit At Boat Basin Cafe, 5/7/11

Crawfish For Cancer is holding their 3rd Annual Crawfish Boil from 2 – 7 pm on Saturday, May 7th at the Boat Basin Cafe. Tickets are $120 and proceeds will benefit multiple myeloma cancer research. There will be hundreds of pounds of crawfish, endless beer, wine and spirits, and live music throughout the day.  In [...]

Today On The Upper West Side: 4/7/11

Happy 41st anniversary to my parents! And now events in the neighborhood on Thursday, April 7th, 2011… Leader Lunch Discussion New York Society For Ethical Culture 12:00 – 1:30 pm, Elliot Library – Room 507 FREE (bring your lunch) Click here for more information Celebrity Cupcake Sale To Benefit Saving Promise’s Fight Against Domestic Violence [...]