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Winter’s Eve at Lincoln Square “I love the neighborhood. I never think of safety in this area. I was here for the opening of Lincoln Center Out Monday, November 30th, 5:30 – 9:00 p.m. of Doors and listened to The Barber of Seville.” Broadway from Time Warner Center to 68th Street — Jeanne Fischer, Upper West Side resident Celebration begins with a Neighborhood Tree Lighting Ceremony at Dante Park Broadway at 63rd Street “We pick up litter and sweep crosswalks. We shovel www.WintersEve.org and salt in the winter. I tell my men, you gotta keep it clean! People compliment us. They say, ‘thank you for doing such a wonderful job.’” — Paul McDonald, Holiday Market at Columbus Circle Junior Team Leader, Green Keepers December 2nd – 24th, 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. SW entrance to Central Park www.urbanspace.com/holidaymarkets.html “I wish the Green Market were here every day. I used to be a chef — food is my passion. If I didn’t have three children, I’d stay here all day long!” — Maria Daou, Upper West Side resident
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ave you ever been to district will be buzzing with activi- GOURMET GARAGE at 155 Winter’s Eve at Lincoln ties, performances, marching West 66th Street has arrived! A H Square, New York City’s bands, and holiday cheer for stunning array of colorful fruits and largest outdoor holiday festival? children and adults. vegetables welcomes you, while the aroma of homemade soups and If you have, you’ll be thrilled Come and enjoy first-rate finely prepared foods delights the to enjoy the artists, including senses. Luscious desserts, artisanal merriment once afrobeat orchestra cheeses and the freshest meats again. If not, you Antibalas whose and seafood, along with a new charcuterie station with the finest are in for a real arrangements, rare and cured meats and basic treat: an evening musical direction market staples make Gourmet of excitement, and performers Garage a one-stop shopping experi- great food and are in the new ence. Call the catering hotline, 212.595.5850, x.1, and ask about live entertain- Broadway show weekly and monthly specials called ment. Bigger and FELA; KiDROCK- “new deals” (inspired by FDR). better every year, ERS, the indie www.gourmetgarage.com the Tenth Annual artists who tweak You may have noticed two Winter’s Eve at their original magnificent sculptures in the BID, Lincoln Square on songs for kids; “Walter” at Dante Park and “Dali’s Monday, Novem- fearless and funny Moustache” in the Broadway ber 30th marks jesters The Flam- Mall at 67th Street and Broadway. “CAROLE EISNER ON BROAD- the beginning of ing Idiots straight WAY” is a public art exhibit stretch- the holiday sea- from The New ing from Lincoln Square to West son on the Upper Victory Theater; 166th Street. Organized by the West Side from Time Warner Cen- Ben Allison’s new jazz songs; Broadway Mall Association, the NYC Parks Department and Susan ter along Broadway to 68th Street. hip-hop/new music/jazz act Andy Eley Fine Art, the works are made The festivities begin, rain, snow Akiho Foundry Percussion Trio; from scrap and recycled metal, a or shine, at 5:30 p.m. with a Neigh- and interactive dance group Alice medium in which Eisner has borhood Tree Lighting ceremony Farley Dance Theater. worked for more than 40 years. at Dante Park, which is located at As you stroll in the brisk, cool Ed’s Chowder House at the Broadway and West 63rd Street. air, sample tastes of the glorious Empire Hotel (44 West 63rd Street, Joy Behar, host of “The Joy Behar culinary creations from our local 212.956.1288), a new restaurant Show” on HLN and a featured dining establishments, all at a by renowned Chef Ed Brown and China Grill Management, co-host on ABC’s “The View”, will nominal cost of $1.00 to $5.00. serves up the bounty of the light this year’s tree and will be Stationed at three outdoor loca- Eastern shoreline in a casual joined by God’s Generation Choir tions: in front of Time Warner setting. Enjoy the savory chowders and others. Immediately following, Center at Columbus Circle; Broad- and fresh, regional shellfish. www.chinagrillmgt.com from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. stores, way between 63rd and 64th restaurants, cultural organizations, Streets; and Richard Tucker Park public spaces and sidewalks in the between (continued inside) (continued from front page) partner, and the public is asked to 65th and 66th Streets, savor cold bring canned food to the City weather servings by the likes of Harvest truck at Dante Park on A Voce, Asiate, Bar Boulud, Bar Winter’s Eve. Masa, Bouchon Bakery, Café Time Warner Center will host Fiorello, Ed’s Chowder House, performances by Big Apple Circus, Gabriel’s, Landmarc, Luce, Jazz at Lincoln Center and choral Magnolia Bakery, Nick and groups. Other local venues, including Toni’s Café, O’Neals’, PJ Clarke’s, American Bible Society, Barnes and Picholine, Porter House New York, Noble, Borders, Dante and Richard from our president Sapphire Indian Cuisine, Soutine Tucker Parks, Bed Bath & Beyond, Bakery, Sushi a-go-go, ‘wichcraft, TD Bank, Samsung Experience, efore you know it summer blossoms and more. David Rubenstein Atrium and the fade, yielding to fallen leaves, and Bsteamy sidewalks give way to strolls Doug Griebel, a co-owner of American Folk Art Museum, provide in the fresh, chilled air. For the Lincoln Rosa Mexicano and a sponsor of the the backdrop for live contemporary, Square BID, summer sprucing turns to event, calls Winter’s Eve “one of the folk, blues, jazz and classical perfor- preparation for winter and celebration. best events of the year on the Upper mances throughout the evening. The fall clean up on the Broadway malls West Side. We wouldn’t miss it.” For up-to-date information and sidewalks and streets of Lincoln Square Many restaurants will donate about Winter’s Eve, please keeps our eleven member Clean Team a portion of their proceeds to City visit www.WintersEve.org or and our troop of Green Keepers very busy. Harvest, Winter’s Eve’s charitable call 212.581.7762. BID security works to support the police department and ensure safety. presented by: media sponsors:
Just out, “Where to Eat in Lincoln Square, 2009-2010” is available online at www.lincolnsquarebid.org or call us at official sponsors: 212.581.3774 and we’ll mail the guide to you. This edition, our third, covers Lincoln Square’s latest openings as well as neigh- borhood favorites in all price ranges. It’s indispensable, whether you’re looking for a quick bite, a leisurely dining experience or interested in booking a private party. Board of Directors
This year, our 10th annual Winter’s Eve Andrew Albert David Froelke Gary Schutz festival takes place on November 30th, West Manhattan Chamber Related American Bible Society of Commerce highlighting the creativity and talent that Doug Griebel Rudolf Tauscher Robert Battista Rosa Mexicano at Lincoln Center Mandarin Oriental, New York make Lincoln Square an international Gracious Home Gary Jacob Melissa Thornton destination as well as a wonderful neighbor- Georgette F. Bennett Glenwood Management Corp. Lincoln Center for the Milstein Properties Performing Arts hood in which to live, work and play. We are Vacant ever grateful to our Winter’s Eve sponsors Brian Byrne Community Board 4 Atif Youssef Fordham University The Empire Hotel and salute the NYPD, the Sanitation Depart- Leo Mavrovitis Gregg Carlovich The Emporium, Ltd. George Zeppenfeldt-Cestero ment, the Parks Department, McNulty Zeckendorf Development, LLC Community Board 7 Craig Mooney Outdoors and everyone involved for all Luis Castro Millennium Partners Hon. Michael R. Bloomberg Time Warner Mayor of the City of New York they do to make it a success. Michael O’Neal Christine Condello O’Neals’ Hon. Gale A. Brewer Barnes & Noble New York City Council We bid farewell to an active community Ethel Patterson member, John Colligan of the American Bible Suzanne Davis Residential Tenant Hon. Scott Stringer Residential Property Owner Manhattan Borough President Society, who is retiring after more than 38 Andrew Pucher Abigail Black Elbaum The Walt Disney Company Hon. William C. Thompson, Jr. years and ten years as a Lincoln Square Ogden CAP Properties, LLC New York City Comptroller BID board member. We wish him a happy retirement. Though we will truly miss him, The Lincoln Square Business Staff: Monica Blum, President; The Lincoln Square newsletter, we welcome Gary Schutz who will represent Improvement District (BID) Ralph Memoli, Chief of Staff/VP a publication of the Lincoln the American Bible Society on our Board. is a not-for-profit tax-exempt of Marketing and Special Projects; Square BID, is published three organization formed in 1997 by Richard Juliano, Vice President times a year by the: property owners, businesses, and of Operations; Tim Devlin, This edition of Neighborhood News is dedi- others with a stake in our Upper Program Associate; Jennifer Furioli, Lincoln Square District cated to you, the consumer. The restaurants West Side community. We provide Sponsorship Coordinator; Management Association, Inc. and shops featured on the opposite page supplemental security, sanitation C. Churaman, Supervisor of Field 1841 Broadway, Suite 1112 and beautification services seven Operations New York, NY 10023 of this issue offer discounts and special days a week, develop and manage T 212.581.3774 F 212.581.3563 offers when you bring in this copy of a wide variety of programs and Photo credits: [email protected] projects to improve and promote Kaufman Center, Elena Olivo, www.lincolnsquarebid.org Neighborhood News. the area, and coordinate our efforts Sonia Estreich, and BID Staff with appropriate City agencies. Design: Jessica Weber Design, Inc. Vol. 12 No. 3 Enjoy yourself and see you at Winter’s Eve! The Lincoln Square BID’s efforts Text: Sonia Estreich are supported by an assessment on property owners in the district. Monica Blum president IN LINCOLN SQUARE shopping one of a kind experiences
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and stars of stage and film. Bartender pudding and organic New York State Ruben Tejada (pictured left), presides wines. Bring this newsletter for a free over a sprawling bar offering fresh dessert of your choice. antipasta and ginger mojitos. Bring this newsletter for a complimentary Rosa Mexicano at Lincoln Center glass of Prosecco. 61 Columbus Avenue at 62nd Street 212.977.7700, www.rosamexicano.com Nanoosh Mediterranean Known for its dazzling 30-foot cascading Hummus Bar water wall dotted with 200 white mini 2012 Broadway near 68th Street cliff divers, Rosa Mexicano celebrates Café Fiorello 212.362.7922, www.nanoosh.com Mexican cuisine with an upscale, 1900 Broadway near 63rd Street With a communal table and contemporary contemporary menu. Start with signature 212.595.5330, www.cafefiorello.com decor, Nanoosh serves fresh natural pomegranate margaritas and guacamole, Café Fiorello’s debonair general manager, foods. “Healthy food is very important to freshly prepared tableside. The “Flavors Carlo Fusco, describes the menu as us,” explains Zwika Pres, co-owner. So is of Mexico” series includes menu specials, “Italian cuisine with a northern accent.” authenticity: chick peas, tahini and other tasting dinners and cooking classes. The restaurant is famous for its thin-crust products come from Mediterranean Bring in this newsletter for a tasting pizza and open faced lasagna, and for its suppliers. Consistent favorites are the appetizer with purchase of an entrée; loyal clientele — neighborhood regulars lentil soup, hummus chicken, organic rice one offer per table through 12/31/09.
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their professional careers; Broadway new General Manager, George Steel. The Close Up includes Bound for Broadway 2009–2010 season begins on November 7th with Liz Callaway, a peek at five new with Hugo Weisgall’s Esther, followed by musicals in various stages of development; a new production of Don Giovanni. New and a New Year’s Eve performance of York City Ballet’s season kicks off with its Striking 12, a musical comedy. Don’t miss opening night benefit on November 24th Family Matinees, the New York Guitar and is followed by George Balanchine’s Festival and other brilliant performances. The Nutcracker from November 28th through January 3rd. David H. Koch Theatre at Lincoln Center David Rubenstein Atrium Merkin Concert Hall Columbus Avenue and 63rd Street at Lincoln Center at Kaufman Center 212.579.4176 Broadway btw 62nd and 63rd Streets 129 West 67th Street www.nycopera.com; www.nycballet.com 212.875.5000, www.lincolncenter.org 212.501.3330, www.kaufman-center.org The New York City Opera’s opening night The new visitor center opens The current season serves a variety of gala on November 5th, which features November 24th. A gateway for Lincoln musical tastes: the Tuesday Matinees American opera and musical theatre, Center, the Atrium offers day-of-discount series presents “tomorrow’s stars today,” honors David H. Koch for his generous tickets to Lincoln Center venues and classical musicians in the early stages of contributions and welcomes City Opera’s presents free weekly performances.