SUNDAY 5/19: Free 10th Annual UWS Mamapalooza Festival In Riverside Park South (RAIN OR SHINE)

Good free family event in the neighborhood today (rain or shine) — the 10th Annual Mamapalooza Festival is taking place at Pier I in Riverside Park South (Hudson River & 70th). There will be food, live music, kids activities, crafts and more.

THURSDAY 5/16: “Cultural Medallion” To Be Placed At Jazz Great Miles Davis’ Former UWS Home

If you come across a small ceremony in front of 312 W. 77th (between Riverside & West End) on Thursday afternoon and are wondering what the deal is, it’s to honor jazz great Miles Davis with the placement of a “cultural medallion” at his former Upper West Side home. Here are some brief details from [...]

SUNDAY 5/12: 7th Annual Japan Day In Central Park

Looks like better weather tomorrow than today — perfect timing for the 7th Annual Japan Day in Central Park. The free festival features activities, stage programs, and food (yes, the food is free too).

SAVE THE DATE — April 11 to 16: The UWS Celebrates Israel @65

Since we’re in the midst of Passover, it seems like a good time to mention the upcoming celebration of Israel’s 65th anniversary. A variety of Upper West Side organizations are coming together to organize The UWS Celebrates Israel @65, a six day event that features a slew of free events open to the public from [...]

SUNDAY 3/3: UWS P.S. 84 Cabaret Gala Benefit, Featuring Tony Nominee Kerry Butler & Friends

Upper West Side P.S. 84 (The Lillian Weber School Of The Arts) is holding its annual cabaret gala/benefit at the New-York Historical Society this Sunday (3/3) and tickets are still available. My friend Paul and his wife are actively involved with the P.S. 84 PTA and they tell me the event will be great entertainment [...]

UWS Photos Of The Day: Christmas Tree & More At Winter’s Eve

@LincolnCenter tweeted this photo of the Christmas three at Lincoln a little while ago. Plenty of time to get in the action if you haven’t already. The event officially runs until 9:00 pm, although the food tastings and much of the live music starts to wind down by 8:30 pm. Click here for full details [...]

Support The 24th Annual New York Cares Coat Drive At Tonight’s Upper West Side “Winter’s Eve”

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UWS Stores Offering Discounts, Giveaways & Holiday Cheer During Tonight’s 13th Annual Winter’s Eve

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Free Kid-Friendly Events At TONIGHT’S 13th Annual UWS “Winter’s Eve” Holiday Celebration

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Free Music & Entertainment Galore At Monday’s 13th Annual UWS “Winter’s Eve”

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UWS SAVE THE DATE: 13th Annual Winter’s Eve At Lincoln Square — Monday, 11/26

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Free & Cheap Upper West Side Events: 10/7/12

Free and cheap events in the neighborhood on Sunday, October 7th, 2012…

Free & Cheap Upper West Side Events: 10/5/12

Free and cheap events in the neighborhood on Friday, October 5th, 2012…

SUNDAY: Free Concert At UWS Verdi Square Festival

The Verdi Square Festival, a series of free outdoor concerts at the Upper West Side’s Verdi Square, kicks off it’s 7th season tomorrow (Sunday, 9/16). Free performances will take place over the next three Sundays — 9/16, 9/23, and 9/30.

Free & Cheap Upper West Side Events: 8/7/12

Free and cheap events in the neighborhood on Tuesday, August 7th, 2012…